The Schism Collective functioned as an entity throughout the Cold War era, and continued operating through the subsequent Galactic War. This group was primarily made up of exceptionally talented Anomid experts in technology and was under the command of Arkis Wode. Observers from the Republic denounced their experimental procedures as perilous, and even savage.
In time, the capabilities of the Schism Collective piqued the interest of Darth Malgus. He meticulously gained the confidence of its members by providing them with technological advancements and individuals for experimentation. The Schism then reciprocated by providing significant scientific breakthroughs, such as integrating the technology of the old Foundry into the Emperor's captured space station. Furthermore, they improved the armaments utilized by Malgus's forces by implementing Rakata technology and refining the manufacturing process for Malgus' clandestine fleet.