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  • November 28, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Expansion List

    Each week, GalNet presents a list of 10 of the 1,619 minor factions currently expanding into new systems.

    • Independent Fer Doira Democrats

    • WISE 0855-0714 Coalition

    • Birjoromi Partners

    • Shanteneri Freedom Party

    • Daesitiates Inc

    • Telliocani Imperial Society

    • Olwain Liberals

    • HIP 61816 Nationals

    -Ovid Democrats

    • New ADS 10035 Progressive Party

    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 27, 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 11,794 minor factions involved in a civil war:

    • Iyakajauja Jet Major Corporation

    • Independent Iyakajauja Resistance

    • Natera Ring

    • Co-operative of Natera

    • Social Bogati Unionists

    • Bogati Citizens' Forum

    • Aymarahuara Purple Raiders

    • Aymarahuara Crimson Federal Serv

    • Friends of Jarildekald

    • Jarildekald Blue Camorra

    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 4,422 minor factions at war:

    • Timbarichs Conservatives

    • Arapa Crimson Advanced Inc

    • Chick Bara Empire Party

    • Tujil Solutions

    • Chock Vision Ltd

    • Canahati Empire Party

    • HIP 3864 Allied Industry

    • Wikmung Empire League

    • Graudika Free

    • New Nagnutli People's Party

    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.

  • November 26, 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 2,500 minor factions holding elections:

    • Nurundere Flag

    • Natural Nurundere First

    • Onyaks Patron's Principles

    • Amphisatsu Industries

    • Co-op of LHS 3343

    • Revolutionary Furuhjelm II-432 Alliance

    • Samen Citizens' Forum

    • 70 Ophiuchi Progressive Party

    • LP 417-213 Organisation

    • Independent Pichanto Alliance

    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.

  • CIRG Sends Scientists to Bond Hub

    Mere hours after the Canonn Interstellar Research Group defeated the Labour of Varati in the recent Bond Hub election, more than fifty CIRG scientists arrived at Bond Hub from Thompson Dock. The scientists were accompanied by tonnes of equipment, which has been installed in makeshift labs. Professor D Luffy, lead scientist for the team, explained what was happening:

    "First, we thank the residents of Bond Hub for calling for this election, voting for us, and allowing us to continue our work on the Unknown Artefacts. We have pledged to investigate the station malfunctions that have dominated the news in recent weeks, and since Bond is also affected we have an opportunity to put it at the heart of our research."

    "Our teams have started monitoring the malfunctions side-by-side with UAs brought from the Merope shell, so we can determine the exact nature of the UAs' relationship to these malfunctions."

    Commander Lord Zoltan

  • Master Chefs Coming to Market

    Last month, a remarkable story emerged from the Noti system. According to an anonymous report, an organisation known as the Revolutionary Noti Values Party had created a new strain of slave labour known as 'the Master Chefs'. The unidentified whistleblower claimed the slaves were subjected to an intensive training programme designed to transform them into the galaxy's greatest gourmets – a claim dismissed by many as an imaginative hoax. A subsequent report from the Federal Times of a Master Chef training facility at Weber Gateway went some way towards lending credibility to the story, but most people remained unconvinced.

    The sceptics were proved wrong, however, when the Revolutionary Noti Values Party announced that not only were the Master Chefs real, they would soon be available for purchase. The announcement invoked the ire of human rights activists, who condemned the allegedly inhuman practices employed in training the Master Chefs. But this did little to deter consumers from placing advance orders for the epicurean slaves.

    Now, the Revolutionary Noti Values Party has announced that it intends to further improve the efficacy of its gastronomic labourers by implanting a comprehensive compendium of culinary knowledge directly into their cerebellums. A spokesperson for the organisation said:

    "By embedding this knowledge directly in a slave's brain, we can ensure total data integration and retention, which when combined with the slave's inherent culinary ability will result in unmatched gastronomic efficacy. These guys will be able to make a bacon sandwich fit for a king."

    The Revolutionary Noti Values Party concluded its announcement with a public appeal for Xihe Companions, which it will combine with the latest holographic technology to create the implants. The group has promised to give generous rewards to pilots who deliver the necessary materials.

  • November 25, 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.

  • Services Suspended at Gaiman Dock and Weyn Dock

    Authorities in the 64 Arietis system have confirmed that station services at Weyn Dock have been suspended due to ongoing technical issues at the starport. The announcement came within an hour of a similar statement from 49 Arietis, where it was confirmed that station services had also been suspended at Gaiman Dock. Shipyards at both starports are still understood to be accessible.

    Meanwhile, the Arawere system has become the latest to be affected by the mysterious malfunctions, with Korolyov Hub experiencing similar issues to those plaguing starports in Warkushanui, 49 Arietis, 64 Arietis, Varati, Ngobe, Iapodes and Sol.

    Technical teams at the affected starports are working around the clock to determine the cause of the malfunctions, and scientists across the galaxy, including those of the Canonn Interstellar Research Group, are desperately trying to find a solution to the problem, but so far no progress has been made.

  • 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.

  • Onionhead Appeal Successful

    The Drug Empire of Xelabara has announced that its appeal for onionhead has been successful. According to Rooney 'Rush' Romero, a spokesperson for the Drug Empire of Xelabara, the faction has received significant quantities of the controversial narcotic over the past week:

    "This just goes to show that the demand for onionhead is a strong as ever, despite the Federation's attempts to quash it. I want to say a big thank you to all the traders who made the journey to Xelabara, and to all the pilots who helped clear the pirates from our spaceways. You guys rock!"

    Romero announced that all those who contributed to the appeal could collect their rewards from Navigator Market in Xelabara.

  • November 24, 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 1,685 minor factions in lockdown:

    • LTT 6830 Partners

    • NLTT 6667 Republic Party

    • Partnership of LTT 6710

    • Tirfing Natural Organisation

    • LHS 3022 Pirates

    • Quan Gurus Crimson Public Ltd

    • Grovichun Gold Netcoms Inc

    • Ross 154 Vision Partners

    • Freedom Party of HIP 110205

    • Bureau of Zosian Tse

    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 1,592 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:

    • Citizen Party of LP 542-33

    • Order of Juan

    • Bureau of Andvaroges Justice Party

    • Co-op of Ross 523

    • Macalites Democrats

    • Aku Gold Family

    • Quikindji Independents

    • Dakshu Partners

    • Mullag Solutions

    • Revolutionary Balatu Progressive Party

    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 23, 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 7,692 minor factions currently enjoying an economic boom:

    • Dukes of Arikaras

    • LP 716-35 Confederacy

    • United G 85-12 Labour

    • Nandh Purple Allied Interstellar

    • Apishna Guardians of Tradition

    • Dragons of 32 Mu Serpentis

    • Bindi Vision Network

    • HIP 32382 Confederation

    • Jangore Monarchy

    • Annwn Group

    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.

  • November 21, 3301

  • GalNet Weekly Expansion List

    Each week, GalNet presents a list of 10 of the 5,942 minor factions currently expanding into new systems.

    • HIP 44387 Free

    • Gladutjin for Equality

    • No Choen Autocracy

    • Chorote Blue Creative PLC

    • Crimson Natural Systems

    • Workers of Kameni Partnership

    • Albangait Creative Network

    • Fintan Empire Group

    • Louguala Systems

    • Alliance of Padhbh

    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 20, 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 12,133 minor factions involved in a civil war:

    • Laiawa Law Party

    • Laiawa Interstellar

    • Caraceni Group

    • Mannosuse Jet United Limited

    • Mannosuse Crimson Society

    • Perun Jet Syndicate

    • Perun Industries

    • Revolutionary Party of Ngewi'xilak

    • Traditional Ngewi'xilak Party

    • Aristocrats of Soko Oh

    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 4,386 minor factions at war:

    • Belalans Patron's Principles

    • Blue Universal PLC

    • Djapati Alliance

    • GR 316 Silver Universal Group

    • Waime Empire League

    • Union of Tangkan Confederation

    • Gold Natural Group

    • FN Virginis and Co

    • Barons of Oeng Zhaob

    • DON 680 Ltd

    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

    Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval deflected a great deal of opposition in her territory this week, and extended the services of the Shield of Justice to six new systems. Bragit, HR 4720, Juipedi, Kappa, Olelbis, and Tujil were all swept free of criminal activity, and regular patrols were established. Contie, Mbutsi, and NLTT 7856 are the focus of active crime sweeps this week.

    Federal President Zachary Hudson established a new base for the Federal fleet in the Picunche system this week, edging the number of bases operated by the Republican party to 79. If all goes well for the Federation President this week, eight additional bases will be opened – a testament to the rapid growth of the Federal Navy.

    Alliance Prime Minister Edmund Mahon is currently presiding over a contracting economy, facing the lowest economic rating in nearly three months. Despite the slowing of commerce, the Tikurua system has formalized trade agreements with the Alliance, and now falls under the protection of the Council of Admirals.

    Shadow President Felicia Winters secured the support of 41 Lambda Hydrae and HIP 38747 this week, amid some mild controversy. The Shadow President now looks to Kherthaje and Catun for additional support. In an odd turn of events, the Mbutsi system deep in the heart of Winters' territory appears to be courting Imperial favour. Shadow President Winters is reportedly engaged in talks with the local system leaders in an attempt to secure their loyalty.

    Sirius Gov CEO Li Yong-Rui finalized a deal to purchase controlling interests in T'ien Mu this week. Economists have expressed concerns about the profitability of future acquisitions, but support for Li Yong-Rui's vision for the future of Sirius remains strong. Sirius now controls 60 key systems.

    Senator Aisling Duval maintained the status quo this week – a rarity in the fast-paced world of politics and public opinion. The People's Princess is currently attempting to curry favour with the people of HIP 116045, and has reportedly been warmly received in the system.

    Senator Zemina Torval has finalized contracts that brought the infrastructure of HIP 107936 into her portfolio. Next week, the senator's list of new acquisitions could include Yimanbin. Should this system become a part of her enterprise, her influence will encompass 55 systems.

    Pirate Lord Archon Delaine humiliated the Imperial expeditionary forces this week by overthrowing the Imperial system of Yuror. Captured Yurorian leaders were put to the sword and their families were paraded through Harma in shackles. A thinly veiled threat was broadcast to the Empire following the conquest of Yuror: "A person only has the rights they can hold on to".

    Utopian Leader Pranav Antal has led his people to prosperity following previous weeks of turmoil. A vastly reduced administrative burden has made it possible for Utopia to amass resources sufficient to ensure the vision of Utopia will spread once more through civilized space.

    Senator Denton Patreus finds himself in dire straits this week. Nearly a year of his popular zero-taxation policy, combined with months of combined pressure from Emperor's Dawn and the advances of the Kumo Crew, have worn down the Senator's fleets. The senator's forces have withdrawn from Utgaroar, and may soon withdraw from 47 Ceti.

    Commander Corrigendum

  • November 19, 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 2,304 minor factions holding elections:

    • Kamas Empire League

    • Alpha Centauri Liberals

    • Partnership of Alpha Centauri

    • New Arti Freedom Party

    • Parutis Corp.

    • New HIP 18187 Flag

    • HIP 18828 Empire Consulate

    • Wuluang Legal and Co

    • HIP 18427 Commodities

    • Kalvante Power Limited

    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.

  • More Malfunction Reports

    Over the past month, starports in the Warkushanui, 49 Arietis, 64 Arietis and Varati systems have experienced a raft of mysterious technical issues and malfunctions. Gurragchaa Gateway in Warkushanui has been the worst affected, and at the time of writing the station remains in a state of partial closure.

    As the problems persist, reports of similar – and equally mysterious – issues have arrived from Hinz Hub in the Ngobe system, Tsunenaga Dock in the Iapodes system, and Li Qing Jao in Sol. Precise details are not available, but the problems are understood to be similar to those plaguing Warkushanui, 49 Arietis, 64 Arietis and Varati.

    All starports in the affected systems are believed to be fully operational, but if the issues are not addressed soon, closures may be inevitable.

  • Faction Issues Appeal for Onionhead

    A faction known as the Drug Empire of Xelabara has issued a request for the controversial narcotic onionhead. The drug was once a significant trade commodity, but it suffered a setback last year when former Federal President Jasmina Halsey declared it illegal in Federal space. Rooney 'Rush' Romero, a spokesperson for the Drug Empire of Xelabara, explained that the appeal is partly intended to revitalise the market:

    "The fact is that people want onionhead. The Federation might not like it, but that's their problem – our organisation is well within its rights to establish a trading operation in Xelabara. Trouble is, although we've got the money, we don't have the merchandise. That's why we're offering generous incentives to pilots who deliver onionhead to our base of operations in Xelabara."

    The Drug Empire of Xelabara is not believed to be connected to the Farmer's Cooperative of the Kappa Fornacis system, onionhead's main producer. The Federation has not released an official statement concerning the request.

  • Onionhead Appeal Attracts Pirates

    Reports coming in from the Xelabara system indicate that the recent request from the Drug Empire of Xelabara for onionhead has drawn hundreds of pirates to the system. According to system authorities, the pirates are targeting the traders travelling to and from Navigator Market, the hub of the onionhead operation. Fortunately, the Xelabara Republic Party has promised to reward pilots who help eliminate the pirates. A spokesperson for the Xelabara Republic Party said:

    "We suspected the increase in trade activity would attract pirates, so we set aside some privateer bonds for combat pilots to help clear the spaceways. So if you own a combat ship and you know how to use it, get yourself over to Xelabara. We need you!"

  • 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.