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Galactic News: Ancient Ruins Discovered
31 Oct 3302
Four days ago, the galaxy was stunned by news that mysterious ruins had been discovered in the Synuefe XR-H d11-102 system.
The discovery was made by an independent pilot known by the callsign 'xdeath'. Once the find was made public, pilots from across the galaxy flocked to investigate the site.
Although a formal survey of the ruins has not yet been conducted, speculation is rife that they are of non-human origin. Images of the site, which show mysterious structures and a series of complex earthworks, appear to support this hypothesis.
The discovery of the ruins is only one of a number of remarkable finds made over the past few years. The Unknown Artefacts, Unknown Probes, the so-called organic structures and the crash site in the Pleiades Sector AB-W B2-4 system have piqued the curiosity of the entire galactic community. But the relationship between these discoveries – if any – has yet to be determined.
Galactic News: Weekly Economic Report
31 Oct 3302
This report presents the latest data on the economic health of the galaxy's minor factions.
Here are the latest factions to experience an economic boom:
Eravate Life Services
LTT 700 Silver Federal Exchange
Dragons of Tepertsi
Liberty Party of Tau Ceti
LFT 1834 Corp.
Clan of LHS 1110
Independents of IL Aquarii
LFT 133 Exchange
Movement for Tetek Future
Textovices Universal Corp.
Boom is usually the result of consistent trade profit and completed trade contracts. When a faction experiences a boom, the wealth of the system it controls temporarily increases and trade missions completed in the system have double the effect on influence. The faction's influence may also increase. Booms typically last until they naturally expire.
Here are the latest factions to experience an economic bust:
E.X.O
Progressive Party of Bolg
Independent Guan Zaihe League
Co-op of Mbokokumal
Integrated Shu Babassi
Revolutionary 5 G. Apodis Values Party
Hojin Blue Dragons
Dukes of LTT 2893
Sorbacoc Society
Namniez Free
When a faction experiences a bust, the wealth of the system it controls is temporarily reduced and the faction's influence is temporarily diminished. Trade actions do not contribute to boom while a bust is active. A bust typically has to run its course before ending.
Galactic News: Weekly Expansion Report
28 Oct 3302
This report presents the latest data on expansion and withdrawal among the galaxy's minor factions.
Here are the latest factions to have expanded into new systems:
Andhi Liberals
Kuo Zhi Partnership
Regulatory State of Kausan
1 G. Caeli Empire League
Earth Defense Fleet
Syndicate of Tiburi He
Justice Party of Anekaliti
Values Party of BD+43 2989
HIP 27371 Empire League
Values Party of Gliese 9204
Expansions occur when a minor faction reaches a sufficient level of influence and there is a populated system within striking distance. Expansion is costly, so when a faction expands, the wealth and development level of the system it controls are temporarily reduced.
Here are the latest factions in withdrawal:
Samen Crimson General Services
Munshin Allied PLC
Union of 6 Ceti Free
Narantan Nationals
Tz'utuls Progressive Party
Wolf 1051 State Industry
LTT 9810 Citizens' Forum
Workers of Kakas Free
Wei Chang Empire League
V857 Centauri Coalition
Factions are considered to be in withdrawal if their level of influence within a system drops below a certain level. If the faction's influence remains low for a total of five days, the faction must leave the system entirely. If the faction manages to increase its level of influence, it remains in the system.
Galactic News: Kahina Loren Found Guilty
27 Oct 3302
Today, an announcement was made outside the Prism Hall of Justice confirming that Kahina Tijani Loren had been found guilty of the attempted assassination of Admiral Denton Patreus. The announcement was met with cries of dismay from a crowd of Loren's supporters, who had turned out to hear the verdict.
"Ms Loren has been sentenced to life imprisonment at Koontz Asylum in the Daibo system," said a court clerk.
A leaked recording from the press room showed Loren talking with two unidentified men. Their conversation ran as follows:
"And what do you want in return for your...favour?" one man asked.
"Patreus's head on a platter," responded Loren.
Having already been stripped of the title of 'senator', Loren's status as a Lady of the Empire was similarly revoked. She was taken to a secure holding facility after the verdict was announced.
Princess Aisling Duval spoke to The Imperial Citizen about the trial:
"The woman is clearly deranged. She tried to kill Patreus, but justice has been served. The galaxy is now a safer place."
Admiral Denton Patreus, emerging from the courtroom, smiled and said: "They that sow the wind shall reap the whirlwind."
Ambassador Cuthrick Delaney, administrator of the Prism system, spoke briefly to The Imperial Herald.
"We cannot deny the verdict, but we are dismayed by the outcome. We remain convinced that Kahina Loren is innocent. We will leave no stone unturned in our search for the truth."
Meanwhile, an anonymous source affiliated with the Imperial justice system said: "It's a de facto death sentence. No one returns from Koontz Asylum."
Galactic News: Weekly Conflict Report
27 Oct 3302
This report presents the latest data on conflict among the galaxy's minor factions.
Here are the latest factions to experience a civil war:
HIP 94905 Power Partners
Nagii Autocracy
Law Party of LHS 3776
LHS 3776 Co-operative
Freedom Party of Sirius
CD-63 201 Empire Pact
United Redoneangi Autocracy
United Teaka First
Values Party of BD+26 2184
Sokariang Empire League
Civil wars occur when minor factions compete for control of major assets such as starports. When a faction is involved in a civil war, the standard of living, development level and security level in the system it controls are temporarily reduced. Combat activities can bring a civil war to an end.
Here are the latest factions to experience war:
G 165-13 Commodities
Manian Co-op
Partnership of Draualang
Barons of Ba Nari
Andhi Liberals
NLTT 8653 Empire Assembly
Menero Kimi Empire Group
Alioth Independents
BD+03 515 Ltd
Haritana Dynamic Group
Wars occur when a minor faction invades a star system controlled by another minor faction. For the duration of the war, the standard of living, wealth level and security level in the disputed system are reduced. Combat activity between the two warring factions determines the outcome of the conflict. If neither faction succeeds in dominating the other, the war ends in a ceasefire.
Galactic News: Federation Blockades Maia A 3 a
26 Oct 3302
Independent reports from the Maia system indicate that a Farragut-class Battlecruiser has taken up position over Maia A 3 a, not far from the personal research base of Professor Ishmael Palin. The Federal vessel is apparently redirecting pilots who stray too close to the site.
The news comes only a day after Professor Palin announced a breakthrough in his research into meta-alloys.
The purpose of the deployment is not immediately apparent, but rival political powers have been quick to condemn the act. Alliance Prime Minister Edmund Mahon described it as "an egregious act of oppression" while Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval said, "The Federation has an obligation to immediately curtail any restriction of Professor Palin's personal freedoms."
Attempts to contact Professor Palin have been unsuccessful.
Galactic News: Alliance Campaign Concludes
26 Oct 3302
A spokesperson for the 160 SOAR has announced that the Alliance appeal for construction materials has reached a successful conclusion.
Hundreds of pilots contributed to the campaign, resulting in a massive influx of deliveries to Tshang City, the organisation's base of operations. The materials will be used to construct an outpost on California Sector BA-A E6 4.
In a statement, the spokesperson said:
"We are immeasurably grateful to the galactic community for its support. The outpost on California Sector BA-A E6 4 will serve as a base for research into the barnacles, allowing us to further our understanding of these fascinating structures. Construction will begin in a matter of weeks."
But the campaign has not been without controversy, with some asserting that the outpost represents an attempt to claim ownership of the organic structures on California Sector BA-A E6 4.
Pilots who contributed to the initiative are now free to collect their rewards from Tshang City in the Furuhjelm III-674 system.
Galactic News: Walter Waldo Appeal Concludes
26 Oct 3302
A spokesperson for Gyvatices Crimson Advanced Holdings has announced that its appeal for fish and coffee was enthusiastically received by the galactic community, resulting in a massive influx of deliveries to Walter Dock in the Gyvatices system. The commodities will be used in a special fish and coffee festival to honour the late entrepreneur Walter Waldo.
Gyvatices Crimson Advanced Holdings has extended its gratitude to those who supported the campaign.
Pilots who contributed to the initiative are now free to collect their rewards from Walter Dock in the Gyvatices system.
Community Goal: Trouble in Maia
26 Oct 3302
Earlier this month, the Pleiades Resource Enterprise entered Maia and rapidly started cementing its presence in the system. In response, the Ant Hill Mob – Maia's current controlling faction – has launched an offensive against Pleiades Resource Enterprise.
With the Federation having recently stationed a Farragut-class Battlecruiser at Maia A 3 a, there is speculation that the appearance of Pleiades Resource Enterprise represents an effort to bring Maia under Federal control.
A spokesperson for the Ant Hill Mob gave a brief statement:
"The Pleiades Resource Enterprise is clearly trying to pave the way for a full Federal takeover of the system. Well, if they want Maia, they're going to have to fight for it."
The Ant Hill Mob has appealed to the galaxy's Imperial pilots for help, promising to generously reward those who support their operation. The Pleiades Resource Enterprise has issued a similar request to Federal pilots.
Both organisations have set out week-long operations, which are scheduled to run from the 27th of October 3302.
Galactic News: Yuri Grom Takes the Stage
26 Oct 3302
The Dangerous Games dominated headlines earlier this year, as some of galaxy's most powerful minor factions took part in a brutal battle for supremacy.
After weeks of fierce competition involving hundreds of independent pilots, it was the EG Pilots who emerged victorious. Having spent the intervening months consolidating their assets, the EG Pilots are now ready to enter the galactic stage. Consequently, the temporary restriction on preparatory activity in systems within 30 light years of the Clayakarma, Nauo, Gyhldekala, Boga and Kpaniya systems – imposed by the United Research Council partly to allow the EG Pilots an opportunity to secure their position – has now been lifted.
Like all powers, the organisation will seek the support of the galaxy's independent pilots, who will play a central role in its fate.
Very little is known about the group's leader, Yuri Grom, although he is understood to have started his career in the Federal Navy, reaching the rank of Admiral before parting with the Federation and entering politics. Following a brief conflict in the Euryale system, in which Grom clashed with his former Federal allies, the ex-admiral emerged as the leader of his own independent power.
Propaganda distributed by the EG Pilots offers a succinct description of Grom:
"Yuri is idolized by his supporters and respected throughout his controlled systems. His support among the populace is absolute, his dominion unshakable."
One thing is for sure – Grom's career, and the future of the EG Pilots, promises to be anything but boring.
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