Galaktyczne Wieści

  • 18 lutego 3302
  • Community Goal: Free the Slaves

    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

    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.

  • 17 lutego 3302
  • Galactic News: Prices Rising at i Sola Prospect

    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

    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.

  • 16 lutego 3302
  • Galactic News: 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 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.

  • 15 lutego 3302
  • Freelance Report: Buckyball Racers to Chauffeur Students

    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

    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

    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

    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.

  • 13 lutego 3302
  • Galactic News: Weekly Expansion List

    Each week, GalNet presents a list of 10 of the 1,208 minor factions currently expanding into new systems.

    • Conservatives of Tiliala

    • Nez Pelliri Gang

    • Nagii Union

    • Revolutionary Pontae Liberals

    • Aonibozo Silver State Services

    • Earls of Pripai

    • Negi Coalition

    • Workers of HD 13931 Revolutionary Party

    • Confederacy of Cochipati

    • Movement for Regulus Labour

    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.

  • 12 lutego 3302
  • Powerplay: Weekly Report

    Prime Minister Edmund Mahon signed no trade agreements this week, as negotiations with delegates from Ross 842 and HIP 55118 failed to produce satisfactory terms for all stakeholders. New trade agreements with Mong Kung and Picunche are currently being negotiated.

    Federal Shadow President Felicia Winters secured support from the Sawali system this week, bringing the total number of systems under her control to 68. Ch'iang Fei declined to formally pledge support to the Liberal party. Attempts to secure the support of the Amuzgo, and Chukchan systems through focused aid packages are currently in progress.

    Federal President Zachary Hudson was faced with resource shortfalls this week, resulting in the abandonment of military operations in Carpaka and LPM 229. President Hudson is currently investigating the possibility of establishing a military presence in the Concantae system, but supply shortages threaten the long-term viability of the Federal fleet in Bandjigali. If supplies remain low, the expansion into Concantae may fail, and Federal fleets may withdraw from Bandjigali.

    Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval encountered supply chain difficulties this week, preventing the Shield of Justice from establishing a presence in Waimiri. The combat readiness of Shield of Justice patrols has been jeopardized in Damoorai, Olelbis, and Kappa, and could lead to withdrawal from these systems. If the shortages are resolved, Bragur, Mbutsi, Hrun, Brestla, Kherthaje and HR 4720 could be patrolled by the Emperor's fleets next week.

    SiriusGov CEO Li Yong-Rui approved new Sirius franchises in Hyldeptu this week, bringing the total number of systems in the Sirius portfolio to 55. Business deals are underway in Polecteri and San, and early negotiations have begun in HIP 2778. Things looks good for Sirius.

    Princess Aisling Duval's publicity teams unleashed an impressive media blitz this week, spending roughly 8 billion credits to spread the message of the People's Princess. As a result, the citizens of HIP 77470 have expressed interest in supporting Aisling's agenda, which would make HIP 77470 the 63rd system to support the princesses' cause.

    Imperial Senator Zemina Torval's enterprises are currently well-funded, and the senator is looking into purchasing infrastructure in V2689 Orionis and HR 6948. Both systems could provide unique employment and trading opportunities deep within Federal territory.

    Simguru Pranav Antal was unable to secure Taosha and Sukree this week. Violent protests have erupted in HIP 7076 and Gendini, as Utopian agitators attempt to liberate the systems' citizens from the misguided bureaucrats who resist the truth of Utopia.

    Imperial Senator Denton Patreus secured harbour for his fleets in 23 Delta Piscis Austrini this week, securing the independent system against future incursions from the Kumo Crew, which attacked the system mere weeks ago. Senator Patreus is also seeking harbour for his fleets in the Contie system, where he recently concluded a sale of arms.

    Pirate Lord Archon Delaine crushed rebellions in Yuror and Itzanmets, ensuring both systems remained firmly in his grasp. Turmoil within the Kumo Crew has abated, and signs of Kumo Crew activity are already beginning to appear in systems near the borders of the Pirate Lord's domain. Should this activity persist, insurrections could soon take place in Morronii and HIP 111880.

    Commander Corrigendum

  • Galactic News: 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 14,948 minor factions involved in a civil war:

    • Biamoana Silver Comms Inc

    • Workers of HIP 24660 Union Party

    • Carini Silver Drug Empire

    • Democrats of Carini

    • Namo Purple Vision Co

    • Posse of Namo

    • Elivagar Law Party

    • Elivagar Company

    • 71 Epsilon Piscium Indie Party

    • 71 Epsilon Piscium Network

    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 6,581 minor factions at war:

    • NLTT 12130 Blue Galactic Prtnrs

    • Ix Defence Party

    • Regulatory State of Piar

    • 31 Vulpeculae Blue Mafia

    • Peramongan Comms Incorporated

    • The Dukes of Mikunn

    • Nagi Empire Pact

    • Chhaleenes Imperial Society

    • Gun Jet Netcoms Inc

    • Progressive Party of HR 1254

    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.

  • 11 lutego 3302
  • Community Goal: Develop the Economy of Okinura

    Following recent reports that the Earth Defence Fleet, a Federation-aligned faction, had assumed control of the Okinura system, the organisation has announced plans to develop the system's economy. In a statement, a spokesperson for the organisation said:

    "Okinura has been marked for development due to its strategically significant position between the systems of Federal President Zachary Hudson and Shadow President Felicia Winters. By transforming Okinura into a high-tech system we hope to create a valuable trading hub and give a boost to the wider Federal economy."

    In support of this goal, the Earth Defence Fleet has devised a two-pronged strategy, placing an open order for polymers with which to upgrade Fisher Terminal, and setting aside privateer bonds for combat pilots who help to eliminate agitators operating in Okinura.

    The initiative begins today and will run for one week.

  • Galactic News: Appeal for Osmium Successful

    The LHS 2936 Alliance Combine has announced that its recent campaign for osmium has been a success. According to a company spokesperson, the osmium will be used to create specialist alloys with which to improve the organisation's manufacturing facilities, thereby helping the company regain its competitive edge. In a statement, the company's spokesperson thanked those who had responded to the request:

    "We would like to extend our gratitude to all the pilots who contributed to this campaign by delivering osmium to our base of operations at Fraser Orbital. The process of manufacturing the specialist alloys needed to improve our manufacturing facilities has now begun. A new era of profitability for the LHS 2936 Alliance Combine lies ahead."

  • Freelance Report: Diamond Frogs Bring Hope to LFT 37

    An initiative by the Paladin Consortium to deliver water purifiers to recently liberated imperial slaves in LFT 37 has been declared a rousing success, due in part to the actions of the Diamond Frogs private security firm.

    Diamond Frog pilots were hired by the Paladin Consortium to run interference within the system, preventing opportunistic raiders from picking off the cargo vessels making deliveries to Onnes Gateway.

    Though there were a few close scrapes, Commander Kermit Laphroaig praised the tenacity of his fellow mercenaries, and reported that despite the overwhelming hostility of the operational area none of his pilots lost their cool in the face of adversity.

    'Disc' Commander Felix Dyson - Radio Skvortsov

  • Galactic News: Former Slaves Receive Aid

    The Paladin Consortium has announced that its recent appeal for water purifiers has been met with a positive response. The initiative was launched after the group freed the Imperial slaves of LFT 37, only to discover that the newly liberated slaves would not legally be able to obtain employment or housing for several weeks. With a potential humanitarian crisis looming, the Paladin Consortium turned to the galactic community for help, asking for deliveries of water purifiers to ensure the former slaves would have access to basic sanitation.

    Following the success of the initiative, authorities in the LFT 37 system released a statement to the media:

    "We are immensely grateful to all those who contributed to this campaign. The former slaves at Onnes Gateway will now be able to enjoy a basic standard of living while they wait for the Empire to formally terminate their indenture contracts. Our thanks also go to the Paladin Consortium, which spearheaded this operation."

  • Galactic News: 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 2,971 minor factions holding elections:

    • Ba Njok Netcoms Commodities

    • Green Party of LHS 3549

    • New BD+23 3151 Revolutionary Party

    • BD-01 3500 Electronics Services

    • Juma Republic Party

    • Alliance of Tiano

    • Asgaa Galactic Industries

    • Baadaga Purple Life Co

    • LTT 11958 Freedom Party

    • People's Procyon Values Party

    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.

  • 10 lutego 3302
  • Galactic News: 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.

  • 9 lutego 3302
  • Galactic News: Professor Ishmael Palin Missing

    Authorities in the Maia system have reported that Professor Ishmael Palin, the scientist conducting research into the Unknown Artefacts, has disappeared. The professor recently announced plans to set up an independent research outpost on the planet Maia b1ba, but it has now been confirmed that the ship carrying Palin and his team did not reach its destination. Seneca Toule, a security officer based in Maia, released a brief statement to the media:

    "Professor Palin's ship transmitted a status report not long after it left Obsidian Orbital, but since then no further reports have been received. All attempts to contact the vessel have been unsuccessful. A search is underway, however, and I am confident we will soon find some indicator of what has happened to Professor Palin and his team."

  • Galactic News: 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 968 minor factions in lockdown:

    • Pixel Bandits Security Force

    • Baedi Di Industries

    • Coalition of Bembarriosk

    • Ross 23 Incorporated

    • Miribusha Fortune and Co

    • Traditional LP 417-213 Conservatives

    • Ruchbah Progressive Party

    • United Nedos League

    • Bureau of Aulis

    • FF Andromedae Boys

    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 961 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:

    • Calor First

    • Neperimpox Jet Fortune Ind

    • HIP 110127 Empire Pact

    • NLTT 44958 Energy Group

    • LHS 2936 Network

    • Kaushpoos Pro-Alliance Union

    • New Taosha League

    • Workers of Ross 162 Alliance

    • Mebekre Group

    • Dukes of HIP 14684

    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.