From OtherSpace: Encyclopedia Galactica
The year is...no one really knows for sure.
Sanctuary made a risky but successful jump from a territory referred to as a "realm of the dead," returning to the universe known as Hiverspace.
Now, the denizens of the colony vessel must do the unthinkable.
They must find the vile and treacherous Thul - abductors of children and ancient allies of the Ri'Kammi Hive Minders - and seek their aid to get back to their home universe. But can they find the Thul? Can the Thul be trusted?