And.... the Wodlin Dynasty just got a free Byonder Gate slot. While I'm mildly surprised they limited themselves to just claiming ONE ship... I'm also disappointed they didn't even offer up any merits in exchange.
It should surprise no one to see the Hexers ambitious project to find a planet to settle down and spread Hexism in the Red Dwarves Ocean Galaxy.
Religious missionaries exist on Earth for this specific purpose. Extending the concept to the vast Universe is a given.