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  • November 18, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Powers Update Incoming

    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.

  • GalNet Weekly Health Hotspots

    This weekly report typically covers some of the minor factions experiencing significant health issues, such as famine and outbreaks. At the time of writing, however, outbreaks have not been reported among any minor factions.

  • Sirius Corporation Programme Ends Today

    Last week, the Sirius Corporation launched an initiative to boost the economy of the HIP 8396 system, which was recently brought under its control. The initiative was underpinned by an open contract for osmium, which contractors were asked to deliver to Stepping Stone Base. The response to the appeal was positive, with hundreds of miners taking to their ships to gather resources for the people of HIP 8396. Li Yong-Rui, the CEO of Sirius Corp., expressed his satisfaction at the response:

    "The pilots who contributed to this initiative have performed a great service, and proved that the people of this galaxy are motivated as much by altruism as by the promise of reward. We are all humanitarians at heart."

    It is expected that the Sirius Corporation will announce the next initiative in its multi-system revitalisation programme soon.

  • Explorers' Association Appeal Successful

    The Explorers' Association has announced that the third stage of its ambitious starport project is complete. The materials needed for the final phase of construction have been delivered, and the finishing touches are now being applied to the Kaushpoos system's new Ocellus starport. A spokesperson for the Explorers' Association expressed satisfaction with the result, but stressed that the starport was not yet open for business:

    "I want to take this opportunity to thank the many hundreds of independent pilots who supported this project, and helped make our dream a reality. There's still work to do, but we're on schedule to officially open the starport next month. We look forward to seeing you at the opening ceremony!"

    In keeping with the public-spirited nature of the project, the name of the starport was decided by public vote. The result was 'Obsidian Orbital'.

  • November 17, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Security Digest

    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 1,893 minor factions in lockdown:

    • Vash Domain

    • Lovedu Blue Major Inc

    • Kratakak Group

    • Cailli Purple Electronics Org

    • Polecteri Justice Party

    • League of Cybele

    • Giltine Network

    • Partnership of LTT 9315

    • Bacap Nobles

    • Tegidana Liberty Party

    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 1,767 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:

    • NLTT 5871 Shared

    • Huiche Future

    • Traditional LTT 7330 League

    • LHS 2150 Purple Electronics Serv

    • Kareco Crimson Mob

    • Paesi Empire Consulate

    • Independent Raniyan for Equality

    • Aitvara Industry

    • League of Turbacobo Conservatives

    • Cartel of Alacagui

    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.

  • November 16, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Economic Report

    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 7,434 minor factions currently enjoying an economic boom:

    • Nanter Company

    • United Ao Progressive Party

    • Shokwakw Future

    • LP 167-71 PLC

    • Wolf 54 Crimson Cartel

    • Manianscudo Energy Group

    • Social Wolf 333 Liberals

    • Blue Transport Exchange

    • Partnership of HIP 97567

    • Zeaex Flag

    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.

    * Data is correct at time of publishing.

  • Market Value of Unknown Artefacts Increases

    The Money Matters news feed has reported that the market value of the mysterious unknown artefacts has dramatically increased. The report neglects to include specific figures, citing the "fluctuating nature" of the market, but does imply that the trade price has seen a significant upswing. According to Money Matters correspondent Roberta Unwin:

    "The market value of a commodity can increase over time, of course, but dramatic spikes of this sort tend not to happen without a catalyst. Evidently, someone is paying a great deal for these objects. The question is: who?"

  • November 14, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Expansion List

    Each week, GalNet presents a list of 10 of the 5,880 minor factions currently expanding into new systems.

    • G 139-21 Limited

    • Confederation of Madngernobo

    • Brib Gold Legal Limited

    • Revolutionary Party of Narai

    • Kekenks Power Inc

    • Urhodiweu Blue Raiders

    • Nez Pelliri Gang

    • Vard Dynasty

    • Enbilulu Creative Limited

    • Future of MCC 549

    Expansion occurs when a minor faction reaches a sufficient influence rating and there is a populated system within striking distance. The act of expansion is a costly one, and the wealth and development rating suffers during the period of expansion.

    * Data is correct at time of publishing.

  • November 13, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Conflict Report

    This weekly transmission lists some of the systems currently in conflict around the galaxy, based on the latest data.

    Here are 10 of the 14,117 minor factions involved in a civil war:

    • Lung Industry

    • Kogich One

    • Bureau of Xerebaye League

    • Green Party of Lung

    • HIP 74930 Ltd

    • HIP 74930 Jet Gang

    • Epsilon-2 Arae Nobles

    • Tawiru Family

    • League of Tawiru

    • HIP 42532 Bridge Limited

    Civil wars involve conflict between minor factions in the same system over ownership of major assets such as starports. During civil wars, only combat missions and activities help bring the conflict to a resolution. Security, development level and standard of living indicators all drop for the duration of the civil war.

    Here are 10 of the 4,278 minor factions at war:

    • Noblemen of V774 Herculis

    • Chukchisalk United

    • Hou Chema Gold Clan

    • New CD-30 9687 for Equality

    • Oraon Legal Systems

    • HIP 108598 Empire Party

    • LHS 547 Services

    • HR 4373 Liberals

    • V775 Herculis Transport Inc

    • Kunie Corp.

    Wars occur when a minor faction invades another star system. For the duration of the conflict, wealth, security and standard of living are all severely impacted. Combat missions and activities determine who wins the war. If no winner emerges, the war ends in a ceasefire.

    * Data is correct at time of publishing.

  • A Week in Powerplay

    Zachary Hudson secured expansions in three systems this week. AF Leporis, DP Camelopardalis, Kaushpoos, and Li Jungu all became bases for the Federation's fleets. AF Leporis has been a point of contention for many weeks due to its strategic location, and will provide a valuable staging point for future operations in the region.

    Edmund Mahon welcomed Sabikami and Gui Banni into the Alliance's list of preferred trade partners after successful negotiations were concluded early Thursday morning. News of additional trade agreements is expected in a week's time.

    Arissa Lavigny-Duval's Shield of Justice busily distributed garrison supplies to her control systems, ensuring a comfortable command capital reserve for further expansion of Imperial justice. No new systems were added to the Emperor's list of protected systems this week.

    Felicia Winters focused primarily on distributing aid packages to systems in need this week. There were no additional systems that pledged their support to the Liberal party, but 41 Lambda Hydrae, Elycoch, and HIP 38747 are currently prime candidates for future Liberal strongholds.

    Li Yong-Rui added MET 20 to the Sirius portfolio this week. The coming week brings the promise of potential acquisitions in the T'ien Mu and Dhak systems. Some concern has been expressed about the profitability of recent and future acquisitions, but markets are still trading Sirius stock at a premium.

    Aisling Duval experienced both the loss of HIP 116045 and the acquisition of HIP 3603 during the past week, leaving the count of systems in support of the People's Princess at sixty-one. Aisling now enjoys a modest reserve that will allow her to gain favor in at least one more system in the near future.

    Zemina Torval acquired controlling assets in Kalana during the past week, increasing the number of systems in her portfolio to fifty-three. Negotiations are currently underway for a potential acquisition of HIP 107936, a system which may prove to be another bad acquisition for the senator's enterprises.

    Denton Patreus is running a deficit resulting from last week's high administrative costs that could not be offset by sufficient funds and supplies delivered to local security forces.The size of Patreus' territory is clearly too large for the senator to sustain long-term.

    Archon Delaine secured a new stronghold in 10 Kappa Pegasi this week, but Kumo Crew sponsored insurrections in Yu Di Yi and VVO 19 were suppressed. Yuror, an Imperial system near Senator Patreus' territory, appears to be the Pirate Lord's focus this week.

    Pranav Antal severed ties with Ahemez, Cao Yankir, HR 17, Kaurukat, Minerva, Takurua, and Xi Wang Mu this week. This purge of enclave systems was the first since Utopia's founding. The burden laid upon Utopian administrators is reportedly lighter this week, and optimism in Polevnic is running high.

    Commander Corrigendum

  • November 12, 3301

  • GalNet Focus on Democracy

    This weekly roundup highlights some of the minor factions pursuing the dream of democratic freedom by holding elections.

    Here are 10 of the 2,268 minor factions holding elections:

    • Inupiates Patrons of Law

    • Ngandins Holdings

    • Pibe Legal Industry

    • New HIP 18187 Flag

    • HIP 20199 Empire League

    • Test2 Network

    • Natural HIP 21559 Autocracy

    • Osans Blue Netcoms Services

    • Orobu Public Corporation

    • Values Party of OR Delphini

    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.

  • Starport Project Enters Final Phase

    Two weeks ago, the Explorers' Association began work on a new Ocellus starport in the Pleiades Nebula. The project received financial support from the Brewer Corporation and Universal Cartographics, which offered generous premiums to traders providing essential materials for the construction. Now, with the bulk of the work complete, the Explorer's Association has announced a third and final appeal for resources:

    "Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the galactic community, the new Ocellus starport is almost complete, and we are a hair's breadth from gaining an important foothold in the Pleiades Nebula. All that's needed now is one final push. If you are in a position to help, we implore you to do so. This is your last chance to be a part of this historic project."

    Pilots who want to contribute to the campaign are invited to deliver Computer Components to Neville Horizons in the Kaushpoos system.

  • Sirius Corporation Programme Begins Today

    Following a recent statement from Sirius Corporation announcing its intention to revitalise several newly acquired star systems, the company has launched an initiative to boost the economy of HIP 8396. At the heart of the initiative is a request for osmium, which Sirius Corp. hopes will serve as a fillip for the system's financial rejuvenation. Li Yong-Rui, the CEO of the Sirius Gov., was quoted as saying:

    "The people of HIP 8396 are part of the Sirius Corporation family, but if we are to help our compatriots, we will need help ourselves. So I implore all galactic citizens to contribute to this initiative, and bring a new era of peace and prosperity to HIP 8396."

  • November 11, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Powers Update Incoming

    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.

  • GalNet Weekly Health Hotspots

    This weekly report typically covers some of the minor factions experiencing significant health issues, such as famine and outbreaks. At the time of writing, however, outbreaks have not been reported among any minor factions.

  • Increased Smuggling Activity in Epsilon Indi

    Authorities in the Epsilon Indi system have reported a dramatic increase in smuggling over the past week. Station personnel at London Relay – believed to be the focus of the smuggling activity – declined to provide specifics, but an anonymous source at the starport said:

    "Apparently a group called 'Revolution Incorporated' put out a request for explosives, which is why there's been a spike. Of course, the station authorities don't want people to know the station is full of explosives, especially with the summit conference starting soon, but I gather the response to the request was pretty enthusiastic."

    The Federal Times approached Revolution Incorporated for a response to this statement, but received only a brief, cryptic reply:

    "People have started to forget about old Guy and his friends. We think it's time someone reminded them."

  • Order Restored to Cayutorme

    After several days of fighting between Imperial forces and the mercenaries of the Cayutorme Syndicate, order has been restored to the Cayutorme system. With the mercenary fleet defeated, the leaders of the Cayutorme Syndicate have petitioned for a ceasefire. Kyle Kurowski, the leader of the organisation, has not been seen since hostilities began.

    Speaking from Adkins Port, Admiral Lucius Lavigny praised the Commanders who fought for the Empire:

    "This conflict would have lasted much longer without the support of independent Commanders of the Pilots Federation. The Empire thanks them for their efforts."

    Admiral Lavigny also announced that all captured mercenary vessels would be sold at Adkins Port in Cayutorme, at a heavy discount. Value-minded buyers are already gathering.

    Commander Quade and Commander Corrigendum

  • November 10, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Security Digest

    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 2,036 minor factions in lockdown:

    • Amenniya Bureau

    • LTT 874 Empire Party

    • Maeve Noblement

    • Nyanmil Crimson Partnership

    • Yerava Crimson Life Commodities

    • LTT 6043 Law Party

    • Slavisc Crimson Natural Limited

    • Bommatsuri Emperor's Grace

    • Calhuacan Empire Party

    • Rabh Empire Pact

    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 2,076 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:

    • United Ys Left Party

    • Kunggul Ltd

    • HIP 73244 Systems

    • Forculus Citizen Party

    • Xhosag Purple Brothers

    • Giabaing Emperor's Grace

    • Raiders of HIP 3142

    • Union of LHS 1794 Confederation

    • Eximo Universal Co

    • BPM 72121 State Limited

    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.

  • January 19, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Economic Report

    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 7,325 minor factions currently enjoying an economic boom:

    • Liberty Party of LP 861-12

    • GD 279 Silver Cartel

    • Beta Comae Berenices Freedom Party

    • Liberals of Tai Shere

    • Wolfberg Purple Partnership

    • Purungurawn Purple Dynamic Comms

    • Chao Wu Empire Group

    • Unktock Free

    • Independents of LTT 4461

    • Oresqu Silver General Corp

    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.

    * Data is correct at time of publishing.

  • Frontline Report: Cayutorme

    Imperial forces have begun their offensive against the Cayutorme Syndicate and its illegal fleet. Large clashes have occurred over the past few days, and major victories have been won by the forces of the Imperial Navy and its auxiliary force of Commanders.

    The Cayutorme Syndicate fleet has put up a good fight, but has been met with overwhelming force. At the time of writing the fight is in a bit of a lull, with only minor skirmishes going on, as the Syndicate begins to deploy reinforcements. If things continue as they have, the Syndicate fleet may have to surrender or face total destruction at the hands of the Imperial Navy.

    Commander Jack Hilding