Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Pranav Day

The whole of Utopia was in rapture today as its beloved leader, SimGuru Pranav Antal celebrated his 77th birthday.

In an impromptu simulation, citizens across Utopian space networked to wish their leader a day of happiness and enlightenment as a week-long celebration began.

As citizens filled the streets, workshops , education centres and Enforcer monasteries opened to the public showing the results of Pranav Antals guidance and leadership over the year.

While the revelry continued, the Simguru made a personal pilgrimage to the Antal system where he visited the Sim Archive and the newly established Sukhavati commune. There he relived several childhood memories with his father, Rishi Antal, and reviewed the progress of several projects being conducted in the system.

Although he made no statement, aides to the Simguru claimed 'he was deeply moved by the spontaneous outpouring of happiness, and is evidence the Path we walk is true'.

CMDR Gan
Utopian News Network | Interstellar Press
Published in Antal...

Concerns Of The Populace

An anonymous think piece is going viral amongst the general public, gaining traction due to its forthright views on leading interstellar powers:

“Admiral Yorke’s recent comments are a classic example of what we don’t need, claiming that the people of Neits welcomed the Federation and talking about ‘enemies’. It’s the people who have paid the cost in blood, and will again if he has his way. The new Emperor promised changes would be made but where are they? Even the Alliance has become so embroiled that they can no longer arbitrate. No effort’s been made towards reconciliation or improving the lot of the people all these governments are meant to serve. Look, they’ve all got their pros and cons, but these leaders are so obsessed with petty internal conflicts it’d be a miracle if they actually did anything for the betterment of humanity. They’re practically inviting an outside force to come in and squash us all.”

The piece has met with silence from official sources, but has sparked considerable debate amongst informal public forums.

CMDR Stateira Eleshenar
Liaedin Chronicle | Interstellar Press

Published locally in Sol, Alioth and Achenar.

Common Ground

Senior figures in the Utopian government tonight cautioned against unilateral action as Federal battleships maintained positions over ‘barnacle’ sites in surrounding systems.

“For many weeks Utopian police forces have brought stability to this lawless area, but as Utopia itself faces new tasks and challenges we must call upon the wider galactic community to help shoulder this burden.

"As such, we request that Imperial, Alliance as well as independent forces join the Federal contingent and contribute equally to security in the spirit of co-operation and scientific endeavour.
Humanity as a whole must unlock the mysteries of this galactic enigma and face any and all challenges together, whatever they may be. We must not allow selfish impulses to divide us when so much is at stake.”

CMDR Gan
Utopian News Network | Interstellar Press
Published locally in Maia

The New Network Of Archon Delaine


For a year now the Kumo Crew have been associated with the crime lord of the Pegasi sector. It is well known that this group of criminals supply their special flavour of contraband and 'law enforcement' to any systems that resist Archon. What has also become increasingly clear are the number of other factions now willing to side with Delaine.

As efforts to undercut and repel the advancement of his illegal maneuverings have been rebuffed a surge in the number of corrupt governors, factions and leaders has been noted. Criminals that once watched from the sidelines to see the result of the intense Pirate war feel emboldened and are beginning to form an intricate web of protection and service around the notorious ruler. While legitimate trade routes still exist there has been a boom in the number of reported black markets throughout the last 12 months and many now deem these the 'safer' way to make money.

The growth of this network makes it more challenging for the bounty hunters and investigators of the empire to locate the elusive self styled king and bring him to justice. Never the less, many still vow to do so. The frontier has never been more perilous or rewarding for those who will brave it.

Commander Mikalus
Liaedin Chronicle | Interstellar Press