Chapterhouse Restores Order to Nemgla

Months of political upheaval in the Nemgla system came to an end this week as Kamadhenu's Chapterhouse of Inquisition made the difficult decision to impose direct rule upon the struggling mining colony.

Visitors and workers alike had been alarmed by outbreaks of violence ever since rival corporations had arrived to engage in a turf war for control of Nemgla's mineral wealth.

Original rulers Integrated Nemgla had requested assistance from Kamadhenu following the loss of their Norman Point mining facilities to Sauraratec Industries; Inquisition operatives were sent from the Chapterhouse to mediate a peaceful resolution.

It is understood that before talks could begin a second corporation, Arapa Crimson Advanced, unexpectedly seized control of chief starport Maine's Inheritance, deposing Integrated Nemgla as system authority. There are conflicting reports immediately after this point, but what can be determined is that Integrated Nemgla's governing council was assassinated by unknown assailants, and that the system then suffered an almost complete breakdown in order and security lasting up until this week.

Eyewitnesses have reported Chapterhouse and Arapa Crimson Advanced armed forces clashing at key locations in recent days. From Shajn Market in Kamadhenu a spokesperson for the Chapterhouse of Inquisition confirmed that they had now taken control of the Nemgla system:
“Events in Nemgla up until yesterday were clearly spiralling out of control. The reported fate of Integrated Nemgla's leadership is a tragedy, and we grieve together with the people of Maine's Inheritance,” she continued, “We commend the actions of our Inquisitors who were coincidentally so well placed to intervene at the critical time, protecting innocent civilian lives from any further harm,”
“Although it has been a difficult decision to make, the Chapterhouse of Inquisition will now strive to govern the people of Nemgla responsibly in the absence of their former leaders.”


CMDR Edgar Starwalker
Capitol Herald | Interstellar Press

Published in Nemgla and Kamadhenu.

Above and Beyond the Call of Duty

Since the calls put out over ten months ago by leading interstellar figures for independent pilots to pledge their ships and their service, the response from commanders has been overwhelming. Many have been pledged from the day recruitment offices opened, and their efforts have been invaluable in supporting their chosen leaders. 

Some have chosen to serve in one particular field, tirelessly hauling the supplies that keep outlier systems connected to headquarters, whilst others have seen tours of duty along domain borders that have lasted for months. Rumours abound also that covert and unidentified strike teams cross over the borders, risking danger time and again to disrupt enemy efforts. One anonymous pilot stated:

“I’ve racked up thousands of hours since I took my pledge of allegiance. There’s been some exhausting weeks, it’s true. But it’s all worth it if I can make a difference.”

CMDR Stateira Eleshenar

Jameson Memorial Review | Interstellar Press

Published in the following systems: Gateway, Rhea, Harma, Polevnic, Kamadhenu, Nanomam, Eotienses, Lembava, Cubeo and Synteini

Pegasi Pirate War Protest Movement Gathers Pace

Dissent against the Pegasi Pirate War grew more insistent this week, as pressure group Peace In Pegasi (PIP) staged protests on Imperial worlds.

Since military action began in 3301 Imperial public opinion has shifted on continued intervention against the Kumo Crew. With three new Federal Navy bases opening on the edge of Imperial space at Carpaka, Concantae, and LPM 229, opinion has hardened against what some see as a reckless foreign adventure.

At a rally on Cubeo PIP organiser Ayberk Lorraine criticised the squandering of naval resources spent tackling the Kumo Crew:

“The argument that many billions of Imperial citizens are threatened by Archon Delaine doesn't stand up to scrutiny.” he said, “We have seen vast flows of refugees fleeing the war zone. The number of Imperials under the yoke of the Kumo Crew is now vanishingly small.

“No doubt emboldened by our Navy's complacency at home, the Federation is now posturing at our doorstep! This can no longer be tolerated – We demand an immediate end to the Pegasi Pirate War!”

Responding to protests in his home system of Concantae, leading Patron Alvin Holzmann offered support for the movement:

“President Hudson's expansionism forces me to agree with the sentiment of the crowds; the heart of our Empire could soon be threatened unless serious thought is taken to the disposition of our forces. I will make a statement later this week on the matter.”

It is understood that a Senate committee has been planned to discuss the future of the Pegasi Pirate War.

Commander Edgar Starwalker

Liaedin Chronicle | Interstellar Press

Published in Achenar, Kamadhenu, Cubeo, Eotienses, Synteini, Harma, Nanomam, Baal, Carpaka, Concantae and LPM 229.

Nagi Rejoins Empire

Last night militia forces loyal to Empire Pact boarded Bolkow City, industrial and political centre of Nagi.

Governance in the system, long-standing member of the Empire and home to millions of imperial clients, recently fell to hostile takeover by independent Nagi Corporation.

Inquisitors of the Chapterhouse, Noxa, Edgar Starwalker, and Jubei Himura, from nearby Kamadhenu, led ships into battle above the rings of remote Nagi ABC 2 – drawing away corporate security forces.

Eyewitnesses claim Empire Pact faced little resistance from station defenders, with System Authority command codes secured within minutes of their arrival.

Chapterhouse of Inquisition spokesperson Selune d'Amenta confirmed the group's involvement:

“With our help Nagi has returned to the imperial fold. Citizens can rest assured that other fallen systems can expect similar intervention very soon, as part of our Tour of Duty initiative.”

Events in Nagi contrast with reported problems in Facece, where Chancellor Anders Blaine has been struggling for months to regain control from a local independent faction.

Commander Pentwyn Sudonnan

Capitol Herald | Interstellar Press

Written by CMDR Edgar Starwalker under a pen name.

Published in Nagi, Kamadhenu, Achenar and Nemgla.

The Devil At Your Door

Citizens across the Empire were in panic today as reports emerged of Kumo infiltration in the wealthy system of LTT 874, a place only 15ly from Achenar and Capitol.

The Kumo Crews advance into the system began violently aboard Parkinson Orbital when the body of a missing LTT 874 Empire Party official was dumped from a passing transport clutching a blood stained note:

“The Imperial Senate foolishly began the war with the Kumo. Now we return the favour, and bring the Pegasi War to the very doorstep of the Empire, to the gates of Achenar itself. There is no place left to hide, for we are everywhere. Surrender and live, oppose us and die.”

Despite pleas for calm and unity, wealthy families have been reported secretly moving finances away from the system as dread grips the heart of the Empire. Terrified citizens in LTT 874 have taken to the streets to plead for help, but so far the ruling LTT 874 Empire Party and other Imperial channels have remained silent.

Attention now falls on senior Imperial figures, and the difficult task of fighting their elusive foe in the one place that was once thought safe.

CMDR Gan

The Privateer | Interstellar Press

Published in Achenar, LTT 874 and Kamadhenu.

Piracy in Kamadhenu

With all attention being given to the Pegasi sector, it seems that systems much closer to home are being ignored. Traders have reported a massive increase in the number of interdiction attempts in the Kamadhenu system, particularly near Shajn Market Station. “It’s ridiculous” one trader notes, “at this point, I just get ready to shake off an interdiction every time I approach the station!”

The problem seems to stem from an unusually large number of Federation and Alliance privateers active in-system in addition to deep incursions by the Kumo Crew. The lack of military response in the heart of Lavigny-Duval’s space has not gone unnoticed, and many traders are revising their routes to avoid the system entirely in response.

Representatives from the Imperial Navy could not be reached for comment.

Commander Zonr_0

Liaedin Chronicle | Interstellar Press

Published in Kamadhenu Herald