Galaxy Goons Private Military Company / GALAXYGOON

The Galaxy Goons Private Military Company (PMC) emerged in the turbulent expanse of the Star Citizen universe, carving out a notorious reputation in the late 29th century. Founded in 2893 by a rogue United Empire of Earth (UEE) Navy captain, Kael “Goon” Varkis, the group began as a small band of disgruntled ex-military personnel who rejected the UEE’s rigid bureaucracy. Varkis, a decorated veteran of the Vanduul skirmishes, had grown disillusioned with the UEE’s failure to protect frontier colonies, often leaving them vulnerable to pirate raids and alien threats. Rallying a crew of like-minded outcasts, he established the Galaxy Goons with a single, unyielding mission: to defend those the UEE wouldn’t, for the right price.
Initially operating out of a battered Constellation-class ship, the Goons took on small contracts in the Stanton system, offering protection to independent miners and traders. Their early years were marked by scrappy, high-risk operations, often clashing with pirate outfits like the Nine Tails. What set the Goons apart was their unorthodox approach—Varkis encouraged his team to adopt a “whatever works” mentality, blending military precision with guerilla tactics. This adaptability earned them a reputation for getting the job done, no matter how dirty the work. By 2900, their success allowed them to expand their fleet, acquiring a salvaged RSI Galaxy ship, which became their mobile headquarters and namesake.
The Galaxy Goons’ big break came in 2905 during the Pyro system conflicts, a lawless region teeming with rival factions. Hired by a coalition of independent settlers to secure a mining outpost on Pyro IV, the Goons faced off against a well-armed pirate syndicate. Using their Galaxy ship’s modular capabilities, they deployed a mix of fighters and ground troops, outmaneuvering the larger force in a three-day siege. The victory cemented their status as a formidable PMC, and contracts began pouring in from across the ’verse, ranging from escort missions to corporate espionage.
Despite their growth, the Galaxy Goons maintained a rough-and-tumble culture, often recruiting from the fringes of society—ex-convicts, defectors, and even reformed pirates. Varkis instilled a code of loyalty: “We’re goons, but we’re your goons.” This ethos, combined with their willingness to take on morally gray jobs, made them a polarizing force. The UEE branded them as mercenaries with questionable ethics, while frontier colonies hailed them as saviors. By 2945, the Goons had established a semi-permanent base on Leir III, a planet known for its independent streak, where they continue to operate, offering their services to anyone who can meet their price.
Today, the Galaxy Goons are a well-known name in the Star Citizen universe, with a fleet of modular ships and a roster of battle-hardened operatives. They remain a wildcard in the galaxy, thriving in the chaos of uncharted space, always ready to take on the next fight—for freedom, for profit, or just for the thrill of it.