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Externally, Vulcans are generally similar to a [[Humanhumanoid]]scivilization, instrumentally responsible for the chief exceptions being founding of the Vulcans[[United Federation of Planets]]. <br>They are widely known for their logical minds and stoical natures. The '''Vulcan''' notably arched and upswept eyebrows and distinguished external ear structure, [[homeworld]] is the top of which tapers into a into a clearly defined pointplanet [[Vulcan (planet)|Vulcan]].

Others share physiognomic features similar to those found in == Anatomy ==[[HumanImage:TpauENT.jpg|thumb|T'Pau, a Vulcan female, circa (2154)]]s of Asian descent[[File:Tuvok 2371. Howeverjpg|thumb|right|[[Tuvok]], most Vulcans have a vaguely Eurasian appearance.Vulcan male]]

Genetically, Vulcans and [[Human]]s are similar enough that they can produce offspring with little genetic help. Externally, Vulcans have body hair appear similar to Humans[[Human]]s, and some males can be very hirsute. Vulcan males are also capable with the chief exceptions of growing facial hair (as evidenced by Sybok notably arched and both Spock upswept eyebrows, and Soval in the mirror universe), but rarely do soears which taper into a into a clearly defined point.

Skin shades range from noticeably pale, to darker, brown skin. Vulcans with pale skin sometimes have a subtle greenish tinge, which those with a darker skin tone do not possess. Hair ranges from brown to black, with most Vulcan blood is copper-based and is copper or rust colored when deoxygenated in the veins hair being straight and green when oxygenated in the arteriesglossy. Bruises and dermal abrasions therefore take on a green colorVulcan males are not noted for their body hair, though some have been known to grow facial hair.

The Internally, Vulcan digestive tract is highly adaptable. Although alien foods, notably anatomy different greatly from [[Human]] foods. For example, will occasionally disagree with a Vulcan[[heart]] is located where a Human liver is located, given timeand said heart beats several hundred times per minute. (A [[Human]] [[heart]] beats approximately 60-100 times per minute.) Vulcan blood is copper based, their and so appears green when exposed to the air. While still in the body and deoxygenated, blood will eventually adapt appear copper or rust colored. Bruises will therefore also vary in shades of green, as opposed to the alien fooda human, who bruise in shades of red.

Having evolved on Due to [[Vulcan (planet)|their planet]] possessing a thinner atmosphere from that of [[Earth]]'s, a planet which Vulcan's respiratory system is mostly more efficient than a Human's. The desert, -like planet also allowed Vulcans have developed ways of surviving in desert conditions. For exampleto evolve hardier than other [[humanoid]]s, they and can survive for several days without water and . They also have inner eyelids which protect provide further eye protection in harsh conditions. This hardiness additionally improved the Vulcan metabolism: they are capable of surviving for long durations without food or sleep, and their eyesfast metabolism means caffeine, alcohol, and toxins have little effect on Vulcans in normal doses. It is also well-known that Vulcan ears are more sensitive than a Human's, as well as more sensitive noses. Vulcans are on average three times physically stronger than [[human]]s.

Vulcans are on average three times physically stronger than The Vulcan digestive tract is highly adaptable. Although alien foods -notably [[humanHuman]]s and are noticably more agile.[[Image:Vulcan1.jpg|thumb|An anatomy diagram of food- will occasionally disagree with a Vulcan, their body will eventually adapt to the alien food.]] 

It [[Image:Vulcan1.jpg|thumb|An anatomy diagram of a Vulcan.]]===Vulcan Brain===Arguably the most interesting aspect of the Vulcan physiology is their brain. The Vulcan brain was described by [[Leonard McCoy|Dr. McCoy]] as "a puzzle, wrapped inside an enigma, housed inside a cranium". This has some basis in fact, as the Vulcan brain is composed of many layers.   Like other [[humanoid]]s, the brain is in direct control of most of the bodily functions, acting as a control unit for many organs. <br> Despite this, a Vulcan body from which the brain has been removed is capable of functioning and even walking around (albeit in a zombie-like state) with a portable life support system.  

Vulcans have learned to gain conscious control of many autonomous functions, allowing them to regulate their bodies to a high degree by simple will power. * When injured, a Vulcan can go into a trance-like state, using this ability to concentrate all of his or her energy onto repairing the injury. * This trance can be self-induced , and give the physical appearance of near-death. It is similar  The substance "Trellium-D" acts as a neurotoxin to Vulcans, in principle, to Vulcan neuropressure techniques destroying the neural pathways which can control their emotions. * Treatment must be used to relax provided quickly after exposure, otherwise the mind and bodydamage is irreversible.

Of course, One of the most famous aspect more well-known aspects of the Vulcan brain is the inherent their [[telepathy|telepathic]] abilities, such as the Vulcan mind meld. <br>Vulcans are natural [[telepathy|touch-telepaths]]. Though , though considerable training is required to utilize this ability to the fullest (. To do this , one would be performing have to perform the "fal-tor-pan)" ceremony.* Stronger minds are capable of non-contact [[telepathy|telepathic]] projection and scanning, simpler contacts don't require any concentrationusually over short distances, training or but sometimes even conscious knowledge of the actover interstellar distances.

Another psionic ability of the Vulcan race is the [[telepathy|telepathic]] suggestion/compulsion, so consciously performed by Spock, Sybok, Tuvok and T'Pol, unconsciously performed by Sarek.

Although, Vulcans do not, typically, allow themselves to experience uncontrolled strong emotions , they may be able to sense them in others.

A similar feat was also performed by Dr. Ira GravesBesides the [[Trill]] (through the Zhian'tara ritual), Rao Vantika and TiranVulcans are the only other known [[humanoid]] capable of performing a synaptic pattern displacement, though all three of them used unique technologies instead or the transfer of psionic abilities to achieve itone individual's consciousness into another.

===Pon Farr===Noted few Vulcans have demonstrated the ability known as [[telekinesis]]. * It should be noted that [[telekinesis]] has only been seen by high priestesses who have trained there entire life. 

One of The psycho-suppression system responsible for the more misunderstood aspects of Vulcan culture is pon farr. Due to their concern for personal and cultural privacy, Vulcans do not discuss this condition with outsiders unless absolutely necessary Despite popular belief, pon farr is not simply a time suppression of mating. It emotions is a time of emotional abandon brought on by chemical changes located in the body. Pon farr does not have to end in sexual contact. Other acts that produce strong emotional responses can also trigger an end to the condition. Also contrary to popular belief, pon farr is not the only time that Vulcans mate. Vulcans can and do mate whenever they want. Pon farr simply produces an irrepressible urge to do somesiofrontal cortex. 

The main treatment a physician or counselor can offer a patient in ===Pon Farr===One of the more important parts of Vulcan culture is "pon farr is ." Due to unite the patient with their bondmate or to find a suitable partner concern for them. Do personal and cultural privacy, Vulcans do not recommend holodeck simulations for relief of sexual tension, as discuss this will only embarrass the patient condition with outsiders unless it is absolutely necessary. Despite rumors and cause them to distrust further advice. It will also popular belief, ''pon farr'' is not satisfy their needssimply the act of mating. It is dangerous During ''pon farr'', a Vulcan experiences a time of emotional abandon, brought on by chemical changes in most situations to offer combat as an option to satisfy the plak towbody. It Also contrary to popular belief, ''pon farr'' is recommended not the only time that only Vulcan doctors Vulcans mate. Vulcans can and counselors treat patients in pon farr if possibledo mate whenever they want; this biological ritual simply produces an irrepressible urge to do so.

Vulcans Doctors or counselors who examine Vulcan patients suffering from ''pon farr'' are well-known for their logic and reasonurged to handle the situation with the utmost privacy. They do Most Vulcans will not view the world in the same manner as other speciesadmit to having entered pon farr, and one should not expect them even to do sotheir personal medical doctors. Their approach to life As there is pragmatic. Unnecessary and irrational concepts such as social pleasantries and material possessions have no value to Vulcanscurrent treatment for the condition, monitoring the patient’s status is primary. The pursuit Vulcan males will exhibit symptoms of logic is foremostirritability, and they devote their entire lives can be prone to that idealviolence. Though they typically look down on other species who they see as less socially advanced, it is not done so out of arroganceThey also will experience physical discomfort. To them it The initial symptom for females is a scientific observation with a logical conclusion[[telepathy|telepathic]] awareness that their bondmate has entered pon farr. They do not see other beings as any less deserving of statuswill both be driven by the need to mate, and they can become quite aggressive towards others. They simply choose to isolate themselves and their culture Isolating such patients from outside influences, finding them incompatible with the chosen goal rest of living by pure logicthe crew is recommended, though that isolation can be self-imposed.

A common fallacy is that Vulcans have no emotionThe final stages of ''pon farr'' typically only occur when the bonded pair unite. Vulcans do experience emotionPhysical contact, via a mind meld, will initiate ''plak tow'', or "blood fever. " They simply choose to suppress themThis is the most dangerous time of ''pon farr'', and they instead rely on logic to dictate their actions. When disease or physical injury diminishes their ability to control their emotions and the patient will not be able to think logically, it can be a very stressful experiencerationally. In such incidences they can be quick to anger Violence and prone to violenceaggression become the sole motive for their existence. The A physician or counselor treating a Vulcan in ''plak tow'' should observe the utmost caution is urged when dealing with such patients. As Vulcans are physically stronger than most species Security measures should be in place, and possess more intense emotions, such a state can make them highly dangerous. Patients the patient should be restrained and isolated, for their own protection as well as for that of others, until such time as they the ''pon farr'' can once again regain control of themselvesbe completed. It is imperative that patients be allowed to carry through with their emotional and physical needs at this point.

Due The main treatment a physician or counselor can offer a patient in ''pon farr'' is to unite the patient with their logical trainingbondmate, most Vulcans do not understand emotions. They see or to find a suitable partner for them as simply irrational and illogical without fully grasping their complexity. Traditional methods of counseling should not be attempted when treating Vulcans. They will not make sense It is dangerous in most situations to the patient, and it will be seen offer combat as an indication that option to satisfy the counselor is not competent. Vulcans are also highly private individuals. They do not reveal details of their personal lives or of their cultural traditions, and any attempt to pry such information from them will be met with disdain''plak tow''. It is recommended that only Vulcan doctors and counselors treat Vulcan patients in ''pon farr'' if possible.

It is a fallacy === Medical Conditions ===There are several diseases that Vulcans cannot tell a lie. They can and do lie when they see a logical reason to do so. As such, Vulcans may not be honest in revealing details of their condition. Physicians are advised to take readings instead of relying upon the patient to supply them with the necessary information to make a diagnosis.Vulcan species suffers from which include:*[[Pa'nar Syndrome]]*[[Tuvan Syndrome]]*[[Bendii Syndrome]]*[[Choriocytosis]]

The Vulcan brain also has == Psychology ==Vulcans are well-known for their logic and reason. They do not view the world in the ability same manner as other species, and their approach to reroute neural pathwayslife is pragmatic. This most often occurs after traumatic events<br>Unnecessary and irrational concepts, such as social pleasantries and material possessions, have little to no value to Vulcans. The brain literally shuts off access pursuit of logic is foremost, and they devote their entire lives to the area where the memory that ideal. Though they typically look down on other species who they see as less socially advanced, it is storednot done so out of arrogance. To them, and the patient may have no recollection it is a scientific observation with a logical conclusion. They do not see other beings as any less deserving of what happenedstatus. Counselors should be aware They simply choose to isolate themselves and their culture from outside influences, finding them incompatible with the chosen goal of thisliving by pure logic.

For an intensely logical race, the A common fallacy is that Vulcans do have spiritual beliefsno emotion. Though little is known about the details Vulcans do experience emotion, but simply choose to suppress them, instead relying on logic to dictate their religious system is polytheisticactions. They also believe in the "katra"When disease or physical injury diminishes their ability to control their emotions and to think logically, the soul and consciousness of it can be a personvery stressful experience. In such instances, which they can be transferred psionically prior quick to deathanger and prone to violence. As Vulcans are physically stronger than most species and possess more intense emotions, such a state can make them highly dangerous. Patients should be restrained and isolated, for their own protection as well as for that of others, until such time as they can once again regain control of themselves.

===Counseling a Vulcan===Due to their logical training, most Vulcans are known for do not fully understand emotions. They see them as simply irrational and illogical without fully grasping their high degree complexity. Traditional methods of honestycounseling should not be attempted when treating Vulcans. They are extremely reluctant will not make sense to tell a liethe patient, and indeed it will be seen as an indication that the counselor is said that "not competent. Vulcans ''cannot'' lie"are also highly private individuals. However, they will They do so for what they percieve as logical reasonsnot reveal details of their personal lives or of their cultural traditions, though they rarely refer and any attempt to their dishonesty as "lyingpry such information from them will be met with disdain. It is recommended that only Vulcan counselors treat Vulcan patients when possible."

Despite this early training in logic, ===Treating a Vulcan children in nursery school are allowed to dance. These dances are reminiscent of ===Vulcans live by the concept that the dances of greater good is more important than the Orion slave girlindividual. As such, they will often jeopardize their own health and safety for others. Vulcans' need for privacy can be seen as stubbornness, just not as well coordinatedthey won’t often admit when they are ill or injured. Mostly, a Vulcan will only seek medical treatment when their physical state has deteriorated to the level where they can no longer function efficiently or they are a danger to others.

Vulcans sometimes have mates chosen for them by their parents at the age of sevenVulcan patients are known to resist medical treatment. The mates are joined in a ceremony that links them [[telepathy|telepathically]] that is "less Physicians may be required to order treatment rather than a wedding, more than a betrothal"suggesting it. When the two come of age Vulcans will not disobey orders directly, the link compels though they may find ways to circumvent them to follow through with full marital rituals, which cement their relationship.

In some instances, Vulcans have the ability to heal themselves without the help of medical personnel. The Koon-ut-kal-if-fee Vulcan brain is more advanced than those of other [[humanoid]] species. They have the ability to control many key bodily functions, such as heart rate and respiration. When a Vulcan is severely injured, they may appear to slip into a coma when in fact they are inducing a fight state of suspended animation, shutting down unnecessary body functions and slowing others in an effort to concentrate on the healing process. It is dangerous to wake a Vulcan from this state. Such a total shutdown, however, can require that the deathpatient have help in regaining consciousness. They may make requests that seem bizarre or unusual.

For exampleThe Vulcan brain also has the ability to reroute neural pathways, emotions like remorse, relief, joywhich occurs mostly after traumatic events. The brain literally shuts off access to the area where the memory is stored, and embarassment were all displayed by Spock when he thought Captain Kirk was dead. Additionally, T'Pol showed romantic interest in Commander Tucker on the Enterprise, especially due to imbalances caused by exposure to [[Trellium D]]patient may have no recollection of what happened.

It must be noted that not ALL Vulcans follow the path of Surak and kolinahr== Society ==The government on Vulcan is a "representative democracy. Some believe that knowledge and enlightenment can be gained by understanding and " *'''embracingRepresentative Democracy'' their emotions. These Vulcans ': a form of government where the collective decisions are known achieved through methods such as "V'tosh ka'tur", or "Vulcans without Logic"elections. They are considered <br>In a fringe element in Vulcan societyrepresentative democracy, holders of political office make laws for those who electe them.

The Vulcans consider death to be the completion do have some spiritual believes, though little is known regarding details. Polytheistic in nature, Vulcans also believe in ones "katra," best translated as a "soul" and consciousness of a journeyperson. ThereforeIn rare instances, they do not fear it happeningthrough much discipline, however the loss of one's Katra is to 'katra'' can be avoided if possible, since the Katra lives transferred from a person while on beyond the physical their deathbed, into another person or a golem.

This contradicts a previous statement made by Spock While generally non-violent, Vulcans do partake incombat for training and exercise, where he notes: "My fatherand have developed weapons. Their forms of martial arts are called ''Tal-Shaya'' and ''Suus Mahna''s race was spared the dubious benefits of alcohol," when offered a glass of Saurian brandy by Dr. McCoy.

*Although it has not always been Vulcans cherish logic over anything, with honesty being paramount. They are reluctant to lie at all, but will do so if they believe there is a logical reason behind doing so. As parents, most Vulcans are vegetariansrarely shield their children from the truth. Doing so, in their eyes, and do not touch food would only hinder the child's ability to cope with inevitable difficulties. A Vulcan parent's attachment to their handschildren cannot be described as an emotion. They are part of the parent's identity and the parent is incomplete without them.

*Vulcans play sometimes have mates chosen for them by their parents at the age of seven. The mates are joined in a ceremony that links them [[telepathy|telepathically]] that is "less than a wedding, more than a betrothal". When the two come of age, the link compels them to follow through with full marital rituals, which cement their relationship. If, for whatever reason, the female does not wish to go through with the marriage, then the ceremony of "Koon-ut-kal-if-fee" ("Marriage or Challenge") is invoked. The male must fight for the right to keep his mate against a game known as challenger of her choosing. The female becomes the property of the male who wins the contest, unless he chooses to release her.* The ''Koon-ut-kal-tohif-fee'' is a fight to the death.

* Many Development of a Vulcan females have names beginning 's understanding of logic begins at a young age. The essence of the Vulcan logical society is in arriving at the truth through logical process. Emotion is illogical, thus making them impure, and deterrent to truth. Vulcans are born with Tthe same emotions that afflicted their violent ancestors, but continual mental conditioning generally gives them the impassivity they seek. Vulcan parents will utilize learning tools, such as ' (T'Pol, Tpleenoks'Pring, T'Pau), but to train their infants in primary logic. Vulcan children will then learn to detach themselves from their emotions at an early age. Though not all (Valeriscan arrive at the ultimate pure logical state, Sakonnathe exacting process of mental control gives Vulcans enough to conform to the ideals of Vulcan society. The ultimate level of logical thought is achieved through the attainment of ''kolinahr'', Selar); many males have names beginning with S (Spock, Sarek, Sybok, Surak, Stonn), but not which is said to purge them of all (Tuvok, Lojal, Vorik)remaining emotions.

===People===Vulcans do possess family namesbelieve knowledge to be the best defense against unknown dangers, although they are pronouncible by and pursue them with the intellect and logic that makes them some of the finest scholars in the [[HumanFederation]]. Their pursuit of knowledge and impassivity of emotion are the driving forces in a Vulcan's only after many years life. It must be noted that not all Vulcans follow the path of practice[[Surak]] and ''kolinahr''. Some believe that knowledge and enlightenment can be gained by understanding and ''embracing'' their emotions. These Vulcans are known as "V'tosh ka'tur", or "Vulcans without Logic". They are considered a fringe element in Vulcan society.

==History and Politics==Culturally one Most Vulcans consider death to be the completion of the most fascinating species in the [[Beta Quadrant]], the Vulcans were once an extremely violent and emotional people (even by Earth standards) who waged almost constant warfare on one anothera journey. They believed in a variety of godsTherefore, such as warthey do not fear it happening, peace and death. As their level however the loss of technology improvedone's ''Katra'' is to be avoided if possible, since the Vulcans eventually reached a point where their violent nature threatened species extinction''Katra'' lives on beyond the physical death.

In an effort to avoid this fateVulcans do possess family names, a Vulcan named Surak developed a new philosophy thereby igniting the Time of Awakening. Surak maintained that the root cause of all the problems on Vulcan lay in the uncontrolled outpouring of the people'although they are pronounceable by [[Human]]s emotions. His followers swore to live their lives by an ethical system devised by Surak and based purely on logical principles. All expression only after many years of emotions, negative or positive, was completely forbiddenpractice.

Although this new philosophy spread rapidly across Vulcan, a minority, many of whom were known as "those who march beneath the Raptor's wings"'Note: Most modern Vulcans are vegetarians, rejected Surak's idealssince they consider it illogical to slay animals for meat. A destructive war began including Additionally, the advancement of technology has made it unnecessary to use of atomic bombs and among the victims was Surak himselfanimals for consumption. ''

Eventually, however, those who opposed logic left Vulcan ==Culture and founded colonies elsewhere - most notably on the planet Romulus, where they founded what eventually became Tradition==* Vulcans have been fermenting wines as early as the [[Romulan Star Empire21st century]]. At some point in history<br>It has been noted that Vulcans don't drink wine, indicating that perhaps Vulcan port is for cultural purposes only, the [[Romulan]]s and the Vulcans engaged in a 100 year long war against one another. The war was instigated by the actions of a member of the [[Q|Q Continuum]]or perhaps is nonalcoholic.

Another group that rejected Surak's philosophy was known as the "V'tosh ka'tur" or "Vulcans without Logic". The V'tosh Ka'tur believed * Guests in controlling emotions by allowing themselves a Vulcan household are expected to actively experience them rather than surpressing themarise before sunrise to prepare the morning meal. Many of these also left [[Foods and beverages#Vulcan, and took up |Plomeek broth]] is considered a nomadic existencetraditional Vulcan breakfast.

The official first contact between Vulcans and [[Human]]s came on April 5, 2063 when a Vulcan survey ship detected the warp flight of Zefram Cochrane===Holidays===* ''Kal Rekk'' * ''Rumarie''* ''Tal-Shanar''s Phoenix. The Vulcans met with Cochrane at his launch site on the day following the flight.

The ==History and Politics==Vulcans eventually became were once an extremely violent and emotional people, even by Earth's "big brother" standards, and waged almost constant warfare on one another. They believed in a wayvariety of gods, such as war, peace and death. As their level of technology improved, advising Earth officials on how to proceed into the galaxyVulcans eventually reached a point where their violent nature threatened species extinction. The In an effort to avoid this fate, a Vulcan High Command considered named [[HumanSurak]]s volatile and similar to Vulcans before developed a new philosophy, igniting the "Time of Awakening." [[Surak]] maintained that the root cause of all the problems on Vulcan lay in the uncontrolled outpouring of the people's emotions. His followers swore to live their lives by an ethical system, based purely on logical principles. All expression of emotions, negative or positive, was completely forbidden. * Although this new philosophy spread rapidly across [[Vulcan (planet)|Vulcan]], a minority known as "those who march beneath the Raptor's wings", and so attempted to slow down humanityrejected Surak's move into ideals. <br>A destructive war began, including the galaxy until use of atomic bombs. Among the time victims was rightSurak himself. * Eventually, those who opposed logic left Vulcan and founded colonies elsewhere, most notably on the planet [[Romulus]].<br>They founded a new society, eventually becoming what is known today as the [[Romulan Star Empire]]. <br>At some point later in history, the [[Romulan]]s and the Vulcans engaged in a 100-year-long war against one another. <br>The war is said to have been instigated by the actions of a member of the [[Q|Q Continuum]].

By the 21st and 22nd centuries, Another group that rejected Surak's philosophy was known as the "V'tosh ka'tur" or "Vulcans would have without Logic". <br>The V'tosh Ka'tur believed in controlling emotions by allowing themselves to actively experience them rather than surprising them. Many of these also made contact with the [[Cardassian]]s, [[Trill]], [[Tholian]]s, [[Klingon]]sleft Vulcan, and scores of other racestook up a nomadic existence.

In contrast The Vulcans were one of the first of the current powers to their tradition develop warp drive, though a century would pass between the first warp flight and the breaking of peaceful exploration, the Warp 2 barrier. The Vulcans have also had conducted a long history series of border skirmishes with survey missions to the neighboring [[AndorianSol system]], as early as [[1957]]s. The official first contact between Vulcans and [[Human]]s came on April 5, [Humans[2063]] helped negotiate when a peace between Vulcan survey ship detected the warp flight of [[Zefram Cochrane]]'s [[Phoenix]]. The Vulcans met with Cochrane at his launch site on the day following the flight. * The Vulcans began to advise Earth officials on how to proceed into the two over galaxy. <br>The Vulcan High Command considered [[Human]]s volatile, and similar to Vulcans before the disputed Class D planetoidTime of Awakening.<br> Due to this belief, known they attempted to slow down humanity's move into the galaxy until the Vulcans as Paan Mokartime was right.

In By the [[21st century|21st]] and [[22nd century|22nd centuries]], the Vulcan High CommandVulcans would have also made contact with the [[Cardassian]]s, once in charge only of space exploration and planetary defense[[Trill]], gained much more control over civilian affairs. Under the High Command'[[Tholian]]s leadership, Vulcan policy toward other planets became more aggressive and interventionist, using the ancient monastery at P'Jem to spy on [[AndorianKlingon]] activitiess, and scores of other races.

Vulcan In contrast to their tradition of peaceful exploration, the Vulcans have also became less tolerant had a long history of political and philosophical challenges towards border skirmishes with the High Command'neighboring [[Andorian]]s operations, notably engaging in purges of the Syrrannite group, who claimed that Vulcan society was no longer following the teachings of Surak. These tensions came to <br>The [[Humans]] helped negotiate a head in peace between the crisis called the Vulcan Reformationtwo over a disputed Class D planetoid, which resulted in known to the overthrow of the High Command (and its leader, VVulcans as ''Las) and a restructuring of the Vulcan government under the leadership of Kuvak and TPaan Mokar'Pau. (Although it was not known at the time, V'Las was secretly allied with the [[Romulan]]s.)

One In the [[22nd century]], the Vulcan High Command, once in charge only of space exploration and planetary defense, gained much more control over civilian affairs.<br> Under the first acts of High Command's leadership, Vulcan policy toward other planets became more aggressive and interventionist, using the new government was ancient monastery at P'Jem to end the policy of holding back spy on [[humanAndorian]] expansion into the galaxyactivities.

As Vulcan also became less tolerant of political and philosophical challenges towards the 23rd centuryHigh Command's operations, notably engaging in purges of the Syrrannite group, who claimed that Vulcan had never been conquered society was no longer following the teachings of Surak. These tensions came to a head in the crisis called the Vulcan Reformation, which resulted in its collective memorythe overthrow of the High Command and a restructuring of the Vulcan government. That memory goes so far One of the first acts of the new government was to end the policy of holding back that Vulcans can't conceive of a conqueror[[human]] expansion into the galaxy.

:''Spock declines to have a drink with McCoy by saying that his people were "spared the dubious benefits As of alcohol", McCoy scorns Spock's refusal by stating that he now knows why Vulcan was conquered. This directly contradicts the above. It has been argued that McCoy was probably just being facetious. However, since the [[Federation23rd century]] is based on Earth, even after the Vulcans held sway over [[human]]s a century before Vulcan had never been conquered in its foundation, one could figuratively attest collective memory. That memory goes so far back that at least VulcanVulcans can's "influence" over Earth was conqueredt conceive of a conqueror.''

TodayPresent day, Vulcan remains one of the principal [[Federation]] members, and is deeply involved in all levels of that society. Their tradition of exploration has continued; : in the 24th Century, a Vulcan ship was the first to make formal contact with a [[Gamma Quadrant]] civilization, upon encountering the [[Wadi]]. They were at the forefront of exploration in the [[Gamma Quadrant]], encountering the [[Rakhari]] and finding the remains of the [[Hur'q]] civilization.

Despite the enmity between the [[United Federation of Planets|Federation]] and the [[Romulan Star Empire]], some Vulcans have been attempting to forge a more cordial relationship with their genetic cousins, ultimately hoping to reunify the two cultures. So far these efforts have met with little success.

In the [[24th century]], the Vulcan ministry of security was known as the ''V'Shar''.