In the mirror universe, the Andorians were a subject species of the Terran Empire and native to the planet Andor. By the early 22nd century, the Andorians had spread beyond their homeworld to establish about a dozen colony worlds, as well as conquer the more primitive natives of Menk II. It was in 2137 that the Andorian Star Empire came into contact with Terrans. Aggressive and passionate, it cost the Terran Empire many lives to subdue the Andorian race. However, once pacified, the Andorians were given client status whereby they were expected to offer service to the empire in return for their continued existence. Over the next few years, the Andorians would grudingly accepted their position until 2186 when, during a period of instability, a rebellion led by the Endilev clan broke out on An