Galnet News
Community Goal: The Search for Survivors
18 Feb 3302
Federal President Zachary Hudson has confirmed that the remains of Starship One were among the wreckage recently delivered to Leoniceno Orbital. The search for the missing presidential vessel began two weeks ago, resulting in the accumulation of thousands of tonnes of wreckage, which was then subjected to rigorous analysis by Federal scientists. The analysis confirmed that the remains of Starship One had been located, prompting President Hudson to release a statement to the media:
"The loss of Starship One remains a tragedy, but I must admit to feeling a sense of relief at finally knowing what happened to the presidential ship."
President Hudson followed his statement with a surprising announcement:
"Our researchers have surmised that the destruction of Starship One was not instantaneous, and that the front of the ship may have suffered less damage than the rest of the vessel. This means there is a very small chance – and I must stress that this is remote – that some of the crew might have been able to reach escape pods. That's why I'm calling on the galactic community to support a second search – a search for survivors."
"Pilots who want to contribute to the search should concentrate their efforts in the Lyncis Sector, and in particular on the ON-T B3-1, ON-T B3-2, ON-T B3-3, ON-T B3-4 and ST-R B4-3 1 systems, where we believe further wreckage from the ship may be found."
The search is expected to begin immediately.
Community Goal: Free the Slaves
18 Feb 3302
Princess Aisling Duval has announced the creation of new a colony for former slaves in the Uibuth system. According to a statement from the princess' press liaison, all slaves admitted to the colony will be liberated and re-educated, and offered the protection of forces loyal to Her Royal Highness.
A spokesperson for the Prismatic Imperium, which is overseeing the initiative, revealed more about the historic campaign:
"This morning our most noble lady Princess Aisling Duval returned from Achenar to Cubeo III. Upon arrival she immediately requested a private meeting with the leadership of the Prismatic Imperium. During the meeting, the princess emphasised her enduring wish to bring an end to slavery within the empire."
"To this end, Princess Duval instructed Lord Corwin Ryan Head of the Prismatic Imperium and Count Vickershaft of the Navigators Guild to make preparations for the founding of a new colony, where freed slaves could live in comfort and safety. With the support of independent factions at D'Arrest Station in the Uibuth system, the colony was duly established."
The spokesperson went on to outline how the galactic community could support the new colony:
"At the behest of the Princess, the Prismatic Imperium is asking pilots to transport slaves of all types to the new colony, where they will be emancipated and re-educated. Significant rewards have been promised to pilots who contribute to the initiative."
The initiative begins on the 18th of February 3302 and is expected to run for one week.
Galactic News: Focus on Democracy
18 Feb 3302
This weekly roundup highlights some of the minor factions pursuing the dream of democratic freedom by holding elections.
Here are 10 of the 2,545 minor factions holding elections:
Unktock Free
Yab Yum Purple Allied Industry
BD+75 58 Regulatory State
People's HIP 47328 Progressive Party
Dukes of HIP 7018
Yab Yum Inc
BD+24 1451 Major Corporation
Partnership of Menes
LTT 17102 Industries
Wongkho Jet Electronics Industry
Elections occur when two minor factions of a similar political structure resolve a conflict over ownership and influence within a system.
Data is correct at time of publishing.
Galactic News: Prices Rising at i Sola Prospect
17 Feb 3302
Last month, the Imperial Inquisition launched a campaign to develop the outpost of i Sola Prospect on Brestla A1. The campaign was a resounding success, making i Sola Prospect the first planetary outpost to boast a complete range of services, including a comprehensive shipyard. But authorities in Brestla have now announced that they intend to increase the cost of services at the state-of-the-art facility – a decision that is sure to disappoint some sections of the galactic community.
"It costs a lot for manufacturers to ship such large payloads from their core systems", said a spokesperson, "and unfortunately some of these costs must be passed on to the consumer. We are therefore increasing the prices of all outfitting and shipyard services at i Sola Prospect by 20 per cent. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause."
The price increase will be implemented immediately.
Galactic News: Weekly Powers Update Incoming
17 Feb 3302
In the early hours of tomorrow morning (7.00am GMT), the GalNet monitoring of powers' activities will go offline for a short period while the latest data is assembled.
Any pilots who operate for one of the powers must deliver any cargo or vouchers before this time to ensure their activities are registered.
Galactic News: Weekly Security Digest
16 Feb 3302
In this weekly report, the latest GalNet data is assembled to present ten minor factions experiencing civil unrest or lockdown in their systems.
Here are 10 of the 839 minor factions in lockdown:
Earth Defense Fleet
Jangore Monarchy
League of LP 195-25
Carverda Empire Assembly
Futhorc Imperial Society
Wolf 225 Dominion
Allowa Vision and Co
Bureau of Atropos Conservatives
HIP 12766 Empire Party
Xiri Crimson Public Ltd
Lockdowns increase the security rating for a system but also have a negative effect on the system's wealth. Increased bounty hunting activity can shorten the lockdown period.
Here are 10 of the 835 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:
Liberty Party of Lodhary
Kakmbutan Comms Inc
Sopontet Free
Gabri Labour
Wiknani Blue Transport Solutions
Movement for Inmutha Progressive Party
Rata Bares Empire Group
Dvorsi Empire Assembly
LTT 9810 Citizens' Forum
Wayaliti Independent Consulate
Civil unrest is caused by illegal activity within the system as well completing contracts from more nefarious sources. The wealth rating and standard of living will suffer when a system contains civil unrest. Combat missions and activities can be utilised to end civil unrest.
Data is correct at time of publishing.
Freelance Report: Buckyball Racers to Chauffeur Students
15 Feb 3302
Grant Academics, whose slogan is 'We Make Learning Easy', has announced a partnership with the Buckyball Racing Club to provide students with chauffeurs during the upcoming Spring Break vacation. The most talented pilots in human space will escort students from the Exigus campus to the biggest tourism hotspots in the region.
"Students will be entirely safe in the hands of these veteran pilots," said a member of the Grant Academics board of directors. "I have personally interviewed the BRC member coordinating the event. Commander Seneh is a Grant Academics alumnus and recent inductee to the Pilots Federation, and she has assured me that the BRC will closely monitor its pilots."
The BRC chauffeurs will be available from the 18th March and will return those under their care to the Exigus campus no later than 26th of March.
Commander JAK
Buckyball Racing Club
Freelance Report: Dr Arcanonn Speculates on Palin's Disappearance
15 Feb 3302
Dr Arcanonn of the Canonn Interstellar Research Group has spoken out about the disappearance of Professor Ishmael Palin:
"I hope that the professor is safe, but I feel a growing sense that he is no longer with us. As was recently made public, I am currently in hiding because a credible threat to my life was received. My fear is that the dark forces that sought to end my life have intercepted Palin on his way to Maia b1ba."
"We were told that the Diamondback Explorer that made the 'high-speed pass' at Obsidian Orbital appeared to be looking for something. Could it have been looking for the professor?"
"We didn't always see eye to eye, but Professor Palin is – or was – a great scientist and he is sorely missed."
Commander Lord Zoltan
Galactic News: Starship One Destruction Linked to Mechanical Failure
15 Feb 3302
A Federal investigation team has released the results of an official inquiry into the destruction of Starship One. The 600,000-word report confirms that the abnormal energy signature detected just before the ship made its last jump was almost certainly caused by mechanical failure. The report goes on to assert that the failure began with a power surge in the ship's central power plant – a relatively common occurrence in a high-capacity hydrogen reactor – which overloaded several other core systems.
Despite examining every piece of available evidence, investigators could not find any proof that the ship was sabotaged. They ultimately concluded that the ship's destruction was the result of a complex, multi-stage engine failure.
Galactic News: Weekly Economic Report
15 Feb 3302
In this weekly digest, the latest GalNet data is compiled to show the economic state of a short list of minor factions and the star systems they inhabit.
Here are 10 of the 12,144 minor factions currently enjoying an economic boom:
Coalition of Darahk
Lhou Xuang Prison Colony
HIP 60662 Interstellar
NLTT 47967 Industries
Wakonoto Universal Limited
Lambda-1 Tucanae Citizen's Party
Llwydanane Exchange
HR 6565 Purple Natural Ltd
Progressive Party of LP 747-25
Independents of Timbarichs
When in boom, the wealth of a system is increased for the duration and all trade missions have double the effect on influence. Boom can also positively increase a minor faction's influence. Boom can be entered by consistent trade profits and completed trade contracts. Booms tend to last until they naturally expire or until some other indicator takes precedence, such as famine.
Here are 10 of the 544 factions currently experiencing economic bust:
Mahei Posse
Huokang Crimson Dynamic Co
Zaonce Jet Gang
14 i Orionis Jet Camorra
Luhman 16 First
Bhumliaurt Blue Brothers
Revolutionary Songbe Green Party
Epsilon Indi Party
Earls of Uzumeru
CU Cancri Purple Brothers
The wealth of a system diminishes while in bust and the minor faction's influence is also lessened. The effect of trade contracts and actions do not contribute to boom while a bust is active. A bust generally has to run its course before ending.
Data is correct at time of publishing.
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