After acquiring my Fleet Carrier, Fortune & Glory, I wasted no time making it my true home among the stars. Wanting the carrier to match the versatility I had achieved as a pilot, I transferred all of my ships and modules aboard as well as installing nearly every service available; everything from outfitting gear to running ExoBiology labs could be an option. I even made sure to provide facilities for my fellow pilots, so friends and visitors could store and modify their ships while aboard. Fortune & Glory was designed to be more than a personal base. It was a mobile hub of potential.

My original plans centered around exploration, with dreams of taking my carrier to the distant edges of the galaxy. However, as it often goes, fate had other plans. Without warning, the Thargoids launched a devastating attack on human space, and the unthinkable happened... they struck at Shinrarta Dezhra itself. The home of the Pilots Federation. Jameson Memorial, the nest from which I learned to really take flight, was suddenly under siege.

I knew immediately that exploration would have to wait. The call to action was clear and I wasn’t about to stand idly by. I was fortunate that Fortune & Glory housed all of my ships because, when Jameson Memorial went offline, many pilots’ lost access to their assets. I tuned up several of my vessels for Anti-Xeno (AX) combat. Originally, I had planned to hone my skills in quieter systems on the fringes of The Bubble, but -- with the Thargoids threatening the heart of human space -- duty had a new priority.

The galaxy responded in force. Pilots from every corner of space mobilized to protect Shinrarta Dezhra. Our combined efforts pushed the Thargoids back. It was a monumental victory for humanity and a testament to what we can achieve when united against a common threat. (You can read more about the victory in the GalNet article.)

For me, this was just the beginning. AX combat had given me a new challenge. So, I decided to seek out more. Not out of revenge, but a desire to sharpen my skills and protect humanity from the relentless threat of the Thargoids. With my carrier by my side, I went in search of systems under siege. I dedicated myself to the fight. Every battle with the Thargoids pushed my limits, forcing me to adapt and improve me as a combat pilot. The bounties I collected for destroying Thargoid vessels were unlike anything I'd ever seen, more credits than any bounty for human ships I had ever pursued.

Eventually, my efforts brought me to a personal milestone that I had long worked toward: I achieved the rank of Elite in Combat. A moment of immense pride that marked, not only my dedication to the art of combat, but also my ability to rise to the challenge when humanity needed it most.

It’s been months since I last logged a detailed entry like this. Months since I first set foot on Jameson Memorial. And in that time, the journey has been nothing short of productive and rewarding in ways I could hardly imagine.

After settling into Jameson Memorial in Shinrarta Dezhra, I dedicated myself to mastering the expertise of the engineers scattered throughout The Bubble. For about a month, I traveled to meet each noted engineer, trading knowledge and building my reputation. Eventually, I earned their trust to the fullest. My hope was that building my reputation with them would ensure that -- no matter the ship or system -- their doors would always be open to me for future improvements. It was amazing watching my ships transform under their expert hands.

While I honed my technical knowledge, I couldn’t resist the thrill of space combat, especially as it gave me an excuse to test all the new engineering. I dabbled in bounty hunting, testing my ships' capabilities against pirates and wanted criminals. The rewards were more than just credits; I sharpened my instincts, learning to adapt to different combat scenarios. Hearing the chatter in various systems, I was pleased to hear my name begin to spread.

Eventually, I turned my attention planetside, where mercenary work in ground combat zones offered a new kind of challenge. The boots-on-the-ground nature of those battles gave me an appreciation for strategy and endurance in a way that space combat couldn’t. There’s a certain satisfaction that comes from storming a battlefield, knowing that every move could mean the difference between victory and defeat.

I invested in ships specifically suited for different tasks, expanding my fleet. One ship, in particular, became essential for bounty hunting, allowing me to rack up impressive victories over pirates in several systems. Another ship meant for more resourceful tasks and getting me quickly to surface missions; restoring power to settlements and bringing life back to abandoned outposts for various factions.

With credits flowing in from these successful ventures, I decided it was time for a monumental leap. In celebration of my birthday, I purchased a Fleet Carrier, naming it "Fortune & Glory." This was more than just a megaship, it was a symbol of the next phase of my journey and a gateway to the wider galaxy. (See attached.)

But this is just part of the story. There’s much more to tell from these last few months. As one might imagine, commanding a Fleet Carrier opens up a whole new realm of opportunities... and challenges. There's an exciting event only days away, so I hope I can find the time to catch these logs up to where things are now, so I can put my full attention toward the future.

Here I am, docked at Jameson Memorial in the Shinrarta Dezhra. I'm told it's fitting that my first Elite rank is in Exploration. After all, it's in my nature to explore and experience the universe and the adventure of life. The beauty of our galaxy cannot be overstated. I've explored hundreds of systems and landed on so many beautiful planets, yet I know my adventure has just started.

When I finished yesterday's exploration loop, I knew I had enough data to earn Elite. So, I flew back to Vinge Ring in Bakadunika, the station where I got the help I needed to get started. My screens lit up with congratulations and invitations, including one to Shinrarta Dezhra, the headquarters of the Pilots Federation. It was that invitation that I was looking forward to and to that system that I set course.

I arrived in Shinrarta Dezhra after a few jumps, took a few images for posterity, then set course for a nearby Pilot's Federation tourist beacon. Landing near the beacon, I hopped in my SRV and drove to scan it. Why not just scan it from altitude in my ship? Because where's the fun in that? Besides, this way I could pose for a photo (see attached).

After a short break to read over the message from the beacon, I set course for Jameson Memorial. I intended to make Jameson Memorial my new home base, at least for a while. Docking went well. My copilot AI even played the historic music theme of my namesake while I docked the "Adventure", my Asp Explorer. I disembarked, sold some recently collected ExoBio data and called it a night. I knew I'd leave this first official log for today, as I was tired from the travels of the day.

So, here we are. Starting a new day. What's next? Everything, anything, ADVENTURE!