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  • 31 грудня 3301 р.
  • Sirius Corporation Begins Analysing Wreckage

    Last week, the Sirius Corporation launched a search for the remains of the Antares, an innovative passenger liner that disappeared during its maiden voyage in 3251. The initiative piqued the interest of the galactic community, and hundreds of independent pilots took part in the search, scouring the galaxy for remains of the lost ship.

    Today, the Sirius Corporation confirmed that it has received thousands of tonnes of space-borne debris, and that it would soon begin analysing the wreckage to determine its origin. Li Yong-Rui, CEO of Sirius Gov, released a brief statement to the media:

    "The galactic community has responded to our appeal with great enthusiasm, and we are extremely grateful to all those who took part in the search. Now we must analyse the debris to determine whether any of the wreckage delivered to us is from the Antares. We will make a further announcement as soon as our analysis is complete. Our hope is that the fate of the Antares will not remain a mystery much longer."

  • 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 3,139 minor factions holding elections:

    • CD-51 881 Galactic Network

    • Aditi Jet Universal Interstellar

    • Barnard's Star Alliance

    • LHS 1885 League

    • League of 36 Ursae Majoris

    • Marquis du Meduwang

    • Wawal Partners

    • Confederacy of CPO 24

    • Aditi Crimson Energy Inc

    • Anareldt Silver Advanced Hldgs

    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.

  • Clauss Incorporated Appeal Comes to an End

    Clauss Incorporated has announced that its recent appeal for Special Gifts has been warmly received by the galactic community, with hundreds of pilots taking to their ships to transport the requested commodities from Frost Dock in the Njambalba system to Clauss Port in Santa Muerte. Nicolas St Clauss, the CEO of Clauss Incorporated, released a brief statement:

    "It warms my heart to see so many people giving to their fellow citizens, and helping us spread joy throughout the galaxy. I'd like to thank all those who contributed to this appeal."

    In addition to offering participants generous financial incentives, Clauss Incorporated also gave away hundreds of free ships to pilots who contributed to the appeal.

  • 30 грудня 3301 р.
  • Faction Appeals for Fireworks

    With the end of the year less than a week away, preparations for New Year celebrations are in full swing throughout the galaxy. One of the most notable is the forthcoming party from Independent Cherets Labour, an organisation based in the Cherets system. According to a recent press release, the organisation has issued an open contract for fireworks with which to mark the start of 3302. But not just any fireworks. Anduliga fireworks.

    "If you really want to start the New Year with a bang, you need fireworks. But I'm not talking about those namby-pamby firecrackers you get in Alioth or Achenar. I'm talking about the bone-rattling, teeth-loosening explosives you find in Anduliga. That's why we're offering rewards to anyone who brings Anduliga Fireworks to us here at Buckey Hub."

    Independent Cherets Labour has also asked for combat pilots to clear the spaceways of Cherets, to ensure the safety of those delivering fireworks to Buckey Hub. "Anyone who hands in bounty vouchers will be generously compensated," the organisation confirmed.

    The appeal begins today and is scheduled to run until the 7th of January.

  • 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.

  • 29 грудня 3301 р.
  • GalNet Weekly Expansion List

    Each week, GalNet presents a list of 10 of the 1,651 minor factions currently expanding into new systems.

    • Thiana United Group

    • Regir Purple Legal PLC

    • Revolutionary HR 6649 Republic Party

    • Alliance of Cileni

    • LP 694-16 Crimson Legal Ind

    • Green Party of Dulos

    • Guangngel Freedom Party

    • Prahlang PLC

    • United Barillian Labour

    • Revolutionary Betseoltana Future

    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.

  • 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 1,592 minor factions in lockdown:

    • Ross 41 Industry

    • Nan Hsie Prison Colony

    • Kuan Gu aristocrats

    • 47 Ceti Citizens' Forum

    • Revolutionary Party of Erivit

    • Revolutionary Party of Wichaimi

    • Kinne Blue Boys

    • LP 417-213 Power Solutions

    • Lovedu Blue Major Inc

    • People's Party of Huaich

    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 1,510 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:

    • Julung Society

    • LP 542-33 Front

    • BD-00 4461 Jet Transport Systems

    • Neperimpox Jet Fortune Ind

    • LP 102-320 Blue State Partners

    • Barons of Wirang

    • HIP 26926 Exchange

    • Democrats of Vetr

    • Galouri People's Party

    • 7 Alpha Lacertae Dominion

    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.

  • 28 грудня 3301 р.
  • 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 11,053 minor factions currently enjoying an economic boom:

    • LHS 6128 Blue Investments Corp.

    • Bonitou Jet General Network

    • Avaticus Crimson Crew

    • Tepi Services

    • Wolf 1431 Purple Partnership

    • Cartel of Galandandes

    • Belaba United

    • LTT 135 Empire Consulate

    • LHS 2405 Jet Allied Co

    • Blue Major Exchange

    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 1,304 factions currently experiencing economic bust:

    • Toco Silver Comms Network

    • Order of Njorog

    • United Tellus Order

    • Bylgit Boys

    • Bragur United Group

    • TZ Arietis Purple Council

    • Narakapani One

    • Apurui Citizens' Forum

    • HIP 51197 Central Services

    • Kruger 60 and Co

    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.

  • 25 грудня 3301 р.
  • 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 12,630 minor factions involved in a civil war:

    • HIP 19808 Electronics Commodities

    • Social HIP 19808 Green Party

    • United Jonai Worker's Party

    • Jonai Interstellar

    • Bureau of Ga Gu Constitution Party

    • Ga Gu Major Commodities

    • Shon Autocracy

    • Shon Blue Cartel

    • Movement for Virong Future

    • Traditional Virong Freedom Party

    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 5,510 minor factions at war:

    • Traditional Alkabalavs Freedom Party

    • HIP 18714 Electronics Holdings

    • Ross 765 Systems

    • Workers of Hach Resistance

    • HIP 5623 Empire Group

    • Ross 112 Industry

    • LTT 11103 Jet Legal Corporation

    • League of Ishtar

    • LP 308-10 Blue Electronics

    • Auteini Services

    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.

  • 24 грудня 3301 р.
  • 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 2,830 minor factions holding elections:

    • CD-51 881 Galactic Network

    • Aditi Jet Universal Interstellar

    • Barnard's Star Alliance

    • LHS 1885 League

    • League of 36 Ursae Majoris

    • Marquis du Meduwang

    • Wawal Partners

    • Confederacy of CPO 24

    • Aditi Crimson Energy Inc

    • Anareldt Silver Advanced Hldgs

    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.

  • 23 грудня 3301 р.
  • 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.

  • Scientist's Appeal Successful

    Last week, Professor Ishmael Palin issued a request for evacuation shelters with which to establish a new research outpost on Maia b1ba in the Maia system. Today, Professor Palin announced that the request had been positively received by the galactic community, and that he and his team were now in a position to start work on their new base of operations.

    "Given the strong correlation between the presence of Unknown Artefacts and the mechanical issues currently affecting starports, it's of the utmost importance that we continue our research at a remove from the civilian population," said Professor Palin. "This new outpost will allow us to do exactly that, and it couldn't have been achieved without the support of the public."

    Professor Palin said he hoped the new station would be up and running within a week.

  • Appeal for Crystalline Spheres Comes to an End

    Last week, the Hel Purple Energy Industry launched a public appeal for crystalline spheres to commemorate the upcoming winter solstice festival – a tradition from Earth's ancient past. Hundreds of independent pilots got into the spirit of the occasion, taking to their ships to deliver the requested commodities to Snow Moon in the Bento system. A spokesperson for the Hel Purple Energy Industry said:

    "We're thrilled with how it's turned out, we really are. Some said this appeal didn't have a chance of succeeding, but the response from the galactic community shows that the winter solstice still means something to people. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to check on the turkey."

  • Treasure Hunt Comes to an End

    The third treasure hunt from eccentric billionaire Alfred Jeffress has come to an unexpected end, with not one but two pilots claiming the grand prize. Commanders MAX RED and Sync Mercy completed the treasure hunt within seconds of each other, prompting Jeffress to declare them both winners.

    As with Jeffress's previous treasure hunts, competitors were required to solve a series of riddles to find the mystery object at the centre of the search. Competitors were led to multiple systems, eventually landing at Lasswitz Terminal in the Mentor system, and finally to the Prism system where the mysterious object was found.

    When the winners were announced, Alfred Jeffress released a brief statement:

    "I wish to extend my sincere congratulations to the winners, both of whom will soon receive a share of my personal fortune and the deeds to a new ship. I would also like to extend my gratitude to all those who took part – your enthusiasm has made this endeavour more than worthwhile."

  • 22 грудня 3301 р.
  • The Search for the Antares

    3251 is remembered chiefly for the disappearance of the Antares, a technologically revolutionary passenger liner designed and built by the Sirius Corporation. The ship was supposed to usher in a new age in interplanetary travel, but the loss of the vessel during its maiden voyage tarnished the reputation of the Sirius Corporation and stalled the company's plans to develop further superfast liners.

    The exact reason for the ship's disappearance has never been established, but a fragmentary status report, transmitted by the Antares moments before contact was lost, indicated that a component failure took place during the ship's first hyperspace jump. The failure resulted in a simultaneous explosion and mis-jump, leading many to assume that the ship had been destroyed. But no wreckage from the vessel has ever been found, and its precise fate remains unknown.

    It seems, however, that the Sirius Corporation is not ready to close the file on the Antares. Today, Li Yong-Rui, CEO of the company's governmental division, announced that the organisation intends to launch an official search for the ship:

    "Since the Antares was lost 50 years ago, there have been great advances in scanning technology, and we believe it may now be possible to find the remains of the ship. We are inviting every pilot in the galaxy to deliver wreckage components to our research base at Davy Dock in the Procyon system. Once we have accumulated enough material, we will subject the debris to comprehensive analysis to determine its origin. With luck, not only will we find the remains of the Antares, we will be able to determine her fate."

    The search begins today.

  • Clauss Incorporated Issues Appeal

    The Clauss Incorporated organisation, a galaxy-wide distributor of luxury commodities, has issued a public appeal for Special Gifts. The company CEO, Nicolas St Clauss, has released a statement to the media, which is reprinted in full below:

    "We at Clauss Incorporated specialise in bringing joy to the people of this vast and wonderful galaxy. But fulfilling the hopes and dreams of so many is a difficult task, and this year we're experiencing increased demand for Special Gifts. So we're asking all you talented pilots to help us by transporting Special Gifts from Frost Dock in the Njambalba system to Clauss Port in the Santa Muerte system. We're willing to offer generous financial incentives to those who help, and we'll even be giving new ships to novice pilots who contribute to our appeal*."

    "Sincerely,

    Nicolas St Clauss"

    "*Terms and conditions: New ships will only be offered to pilots who have logged between 3 and 10 hours total flight time. The type of ship offered will depend on the total number of Special Gifts brought to Clauss Port, so please dig deep for your fellow pilots!"

  • 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 1,626 minor factions in lockdown:

    • Revolutionary Party of Wichaimi

    • Kinne Blue Boys

    • LP 417-213 Power Solutions

    • Lovedu Blue Major Inc

    • HIP 15587 Free

    • Niamara Electronics Services

    • Kui Hsien General Ltd

    • Natural Contien Movement

    • Renssen Construction

    • Barann Fortune Interstellar

    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 1,550 minor factions experiencing civil unrest:

    • Yimanbin Nationalists

    • KUI 11 Crimson Natural Org

    • Friggi Independent Union

    • UBV 15076 Jet Bridge Partners

    • Barons of Coringha

    • Orishanann Crimson Allied Net

    • BD+47 2391 Silver Central Org

    • Ba Xian Netcoms Co

    • No Chique Blue Allied Exchange

    • Cemiess Purple Council

    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.

  • The Galactic Intern's Special Treasure Hunt for SpecialEffect

    Greetings, Commander Ed Lewis,

    I have heard of your adventures as the galactic intern, trying various jobs across the galaxy. Now I would like to offer you an opportunity to apply for a position with me. My representative has something for you, but to claim your prize you will have to solve one of my treasure hunts.

    Your problem solving skills and memory will be tested as you retrace your steps finding four locations from your past. At each location there is a clue for the code you need. That's four locations with four clues to give you the four-digit combination.

    Here are the clues to the locations:

    1- A poor old goat alone did seem, we brought him riches to support a nebulous dream.

    2- We can cater for the intern's tastes, hurry now no time to waste.

    3- Racers come and racers go, but where were you in that show?

    4- Dock where a mysterious voice with a head for figures told you to obtain traffic numbers.

    Good luck, and happy hunting.

    Alfred Jeffress

  • 21 грудня 3301 р.
  • The Canonn Supports Palin's Effort

    Professor Ishmael Palin has requested help in establishing a new research base on Maia b1ba in order to safely study the unknown artefacts. Dr Arcanonn, head of the Canonn Interstellar Research Group, has issued a statement regarding this endeavour:

    "I cannot argue with the logic of establishing a research facility out in the Pleiades, next door to Merope, and I urge all Commanders to deliver as many Evacuation Shelters as they can to Nelson Works in Dahan to ensure this facility is completed."

    "With the Canonn throwing its resources at this initiative, I will be contacting the professor personally to request laboratory space for my researchers so that we, too, can be involved once the base is established."

    "Research into the UAs is not a side project for humanity - it is vital. Make sure you're one of those making a difference."

    Commander Lord Zoltan

  • Technical Issues spread to Maia

    Following last week's report that the technical issues currently plaguing the galaxy had spread to Gabriel Enterprise in Harma, authorities at the starport have announced that all services have been suspended apart from docking and shipyard access. Meanwhile, authorities in the Maia system have confirmed that the starport of Obsidian Orbital is the latest to experience mysterious technical issues. This announcement will no doubt disappoint those who contributed to the construction of Obsidian Orbital earlier this year.

    We will continue to bring you up-to-the-minute reports on this issue.