Welcome to Elysium!
Elysium, human colony of the Skyllian Verge, is in the Armstrong Nebulae. The Skyllian Verge itself is located between Alliance space proper, and the territory claimed by the Batarian Hegemony. The Hegemony petitioned the Council to declare the area a place of "batarian interest," but lost when the Alliance was awarded colony rights. This greatly upset the batarians, whom had few allies in Council space (due to their illegal bombardment of a salarian colony and strong-armed annexation of an asari colony). Humanity and the Skyllian Verge were the last of a long series of events leading to the departure of the batarians from the Citadel. After being refused again, the Batarian Hegemony withdrew their embassy from the Citadel, severed both political and economic ties,and became in effect, a rogue state. Council representatives have assured the Alliance that the Hegemony will not be a problem for colonization purposes.
Since that time, however, the outer regions of the Skyllian Verge have become a place for batarian raiders and slavers. Most of the Verge has had to arm itself. All travelers are advised to take precautions, and should be aware that there is a low success rate for recovery attempts. Proceed outside the indicated safe zones at your own risk.
Elysium, however, serves as the Alliance capital for the Skyllian Verge. It is placed conveniently near multiple primary Mass Relays and several Secondary relays. Five years after its founding, Elysium had a population of several million inhabitants. By 2176, a full half of the population was non-human, encouraging increased protection for this multi-cultural center of Alliance expansion. Heavy security precautions have ensured a peaceful existence for the colony, despite the problems in the other regions of the nebula.
Should you decide to visit Elysium on your vacation, don't bother bringing recreational gear; the colony is fully prepared for all your relaxation needs. If you come on business, Elysium has fully dedicated business sectors designed for efficient data transfers, secure financial exchanges and confidential guarantees. Whatever you require will be available for reasonable prices. That is a promise.
The Verge is open for business!