The Grysk Hegemony's campaign of expansion involved a chain of territorial acquisitions within the Unknown Regions. The Chiss Ascendancy regarded the Grysk as a dangerous adversary.
Historical accounts held by the Chiss Ascendancy detailed numerous conflicts involving the Grysks; these records included engagements in which the Chiss were combatants, as well as those they merely witnessed. As a sign of their past victories against diverse species and factions, the Grysk intentionally damaged the right side of their helmets and armor.