Created by Captain Michael Turlogh Kane on Oct 08, 2016 @ 1:25pm

TRANS-DIMENSIONAL CO-ORDINATE SYSTEM

The trans-dimensional co-ordinate system is a method developed by Starfleet to map out where other dimensions/universes are in relation to our own. Since the multiverse exists at all points around our own space-time continuum, this system is not intended to be a literal representation. Rather, it serves as a way to present the abstract as the understandable.

Each known dimension has its own unique properties and characteristics, some of which are wildly different to our own. Using our own dimension as the centre point on an standard XYZ axis, those dimensions which are more different than ours are placed further away along each axis.

The X-axis refers to temporal similarities to our own. A dimension at the same point on the X-axis as our own experiences the passage of time at the same rate as ours, allowing for similar events to have taken place at the exact same time in both dimensions.

The Y-axis refers to social similarities between the dimensions. A dimension on the same point on the Y-axis as our own would have the exact same social events, structure, governments and borders as our own.

The Z-axis refers to physical similarities between the dimensions. A dimension at the same point on the Z-axis as our own would have the exact same laws of physics and chemistry as we do.

Each new dimension is charted with a nine-digit number, split into three parts to denote its position on the X,Y, and Z axes. If we assume our home dimension as the centrepoint, then its co-ordinates are 000-000-000.

Other dimensions discovered include:

X: -034 / Y: 311 / Z: -401 -> Chaos Dimension - Home of the Phobophage
The phobophage was encountered by the crew of the PHOENIX and was discovered to "eat" fear and possesses the capability to trigger realistic, and often fatal, hallucinations in its victims.

X: -001 / Y: 031 / Z: 099 -> Silicon Space - Home of the Akitashiinu
All life encountered within this dimension is comprised of silicon instead of carbon.

X: 000 / Y: -134 / Z: 338 -> Fluidic Space - Home dimension of Species 8472
A dimension where space itself is comprised of a dense fluidic substance.

X: 000 / Y: -048 / Z: 000 -> Parallel Dimension - Home of the J'Den
One of the many dimensions the Masters invaded and enslaved, although the J'Den were able to win back their freedom.

X: 000 / Y: -012 / Z: 000 -> Mirror Universe - Home of the Terran Empire
A dimension where only a few major events occurred differently setting up a universe with odd differences.

X: 000 / Y: 000 / Z: 000 -> Home Dimension - Primary Dimension
Our home dimension.

X: 000 / Y: 036 / Z: 000 -> Parallel Dimension - Home of the Interstellar Consortium
The Interstellar Consortium is a peaceful confederation of worlds organised under the rule of a Consortium Assembly and a First Minister.

X: 001 / Y: 044 / Z: -002 -> Parallel Dimension - Home of the Yxidii
Although there are several astrological similarities, the evolution on most worlds failed to mirror that of our dimension.

X: 012 / Y: -072 / Z: 021 -> Parallel Dimension - Home of the Lokustaar
A desolate dimension torn by centuries of war in which only a single race can now be found, the Lokustaar. Some races who have traveled to this specific dimension have referred to it in various form and translations as the 'Plane of Hell'.

X: 099 / Y: 099 / Z: 099 -> Unknown Dimension - Unexplored
The USS BASTET travelled to this dimension only for a short time, making a hasty return following the encounter of an unknown force that appeared to want to study the crew and their reaction after having been made to believe that they each had been made to believe to be completely alone.