The Echani Covenant, more often referred to simply as the Echani, was the ruling government of the Echani people, worlds and systems. Established in 430 ABY, the Echani Covenant rose out of the conflict of the Echani-Thyrsian War, which saw the reunification of the Echani and Thyrsian societies. By circa 1,000 ABY, the Echani Covenant grew from a region of systems and influence into a galactic power, and although possessed ties to the Galactic Federation, never became a a member of the Galactic Congress.