Starfield Factions

This is the explorer faction tied to the main quest and is the first faction you'll join. It is led by ex-soldier and recruitable companion Sarah Morgan. Most people don't even know they exist anymore.

This is Starfield’s space pirate faction. They specifically take issue with the United Colonies' dominance in the galaxy.

Deimos Staryards Inc. is a renowned corporation engaged in the production of ships and ship modules. The central hub of its operations, Deimos Staryard, is a starstation in orbit around Deimos. Additionally, the corporation oversees the mining activities within the colony of Cydonia on Mars.

Bounty hunters traversing space to execute perilous missions for their clients.

This faction fought against the United Colonies in the Colony War, pushing for individualism. They now focus on preserving their own wellbeing and call themselves "peacekeepers."

The Freestar Rangers is a unit committed to maintaining peace within the Freestar Collective. Established in the year 2221, the Rangers were created to function as an elite force dedicated to the protection and investigation for the welfare of the Collective's citizens. At present, the group operates under the leadership of Marshal Daniel Blake, with Ranger Emma Wilcox serving as the second in command.

A fervent cult venerating a mysterious entity referred to as the Great Serpent.

A group emphasizing humanitarian and community outreach over the worship of a higher power.

The League of Independent Settlers (LIST) is an entity dedicated to aiding settlers in finding and colonizing livable worlds throughout the Settled Systems. Contrary to the implication of its name, LIST operates merely as a public service provider, holding no status as a sovereign authority.

Ryujin Industries is a colossal corporation that distributes its products across the Settled Systems. The central hub of its operations is situated in Ryujin Tower, nestled within the entertainment-rich city of Neon.

In Japanese, the term "Ryujin" (Kanji: 龍神, Ryūjin/Ryuujin) is used to denote the guardian deity of the sea in the mythology of Japanese Shintoism.

A religious assembly rooted in the Church of the Universal, one of the three selectable Starfield religions from the Starfield traits.

Independent scavengers and criminals, operating individually rather than as a unified faction.

The Trade Authority holds the title as the most expansive and triumphant interstellar trading organization within the Settled Systems.

The UC Vanguard operates as a department within the United Colonies and stands as an official segment of the UC Navy. Established in 2315, the inception of the Vanguard was a response to the Freestar Collective's deployment of civilian ships in the Colony War. Comprising civilian members, the Vanguard utilizes personal ships to safeguard the United Colonies and its associated interests. The individuals in the Vanguard undertake various roles, encompassing security, logistics, and reconnaissance.

This group is an idealized futuristic space republic and is the most powerful established military and political faction in the game. They are particularly concerned with the Crimson Fleet pirate threat.

The influential corporation unveiled the psychotropic properties of Neon's local fish species, morphing it into the industrial pleasure city it stands as today.