September 2011

San Angeles schools open with reduced staff

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-1 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Thu Sep 01 10:34:30 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - Thousands of students returned to public schools throughout the city of San Angeles today to find faculty and staff nearly overwhelmed due to cutbacks.Teachers and support staff suffered the worst cuts during the district's budget-cutting measures during the summer, with some schools losing entire educational programs and extracurricular activities."I don't envy the experience our students are going to have this year," said Sarah Esterman, president of the San Angeles Teachers Union.

Great Temple official reported missing

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-2 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Thu Sep 01 19:18:21 2011

OPE'MOT, KAMSHO - A high priest of the Great Temple and ranking member of the Zarist Supremacy, Jorta Opo'te, is missing at this hour.Last seen in a broadcast showing Ribas Salek, leader of the Kamsho resistance movement, declaring himself a terrorist, Jorta apparently disappeared this morning after a breakfast meeting with other Zarist leaders.Vox Hurk of Hatch Vril has suggested that this probably signals another act of terrorism by the Orion Confederacy and their puppet warriors.

ARE YOUR GODS REAL? OUTVERSERS SAY: NO

Posted By: Loki Article: SEPT11-3 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Materi Syna Reported At: Fri Sep 02 01:00:43 2011

Anchorman Terani Tautau plugs tonight's installment of his popular political opinutainment program:"Hours after the disappearance of prominent clergyman and Zarist Jorta Opo'te, officials on Materi Syna have announced the planned development of a 55,000 square-foot multiracial worship center on ten acres of land in New Resilience!"Political Haukara Gyral joins us on STARLIGHT TONIGHT to discuss these new events, which some sources believe are the Orion Confederacy's way of taunting their Zarist rivals."The image blips out and is proceeded by an ad for Krikayii Mud Weiners - "Nothing's funner than a muddy bun!"

Cops investigating movie alley death

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-4 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Fri Sep 02 13:47:21 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - Investigators with the San Angeles Police Department are seeking clues in the apparent homicide of an alien found dead behind Lowe's Holocinema in the Transport District.Details are sketchy so far, but some witnesses at the scene told CBN that the victim had been stabbed and left for dead between two trash bins. No ID has been released for the victim. Motive remains unknown.OOC: This Down to Earth news article presented courtesy of Kickstarter backer Merlet!

Terrorist leader escapes!

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-5 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Fri Sep 02 17:15:32 2011

VOR, KAMSHO - Ribas Salek, one of the leaders of the insurgency on Kamsho, has escaped custody, Zarist Supremacy authorities report.The Llivori is believed to have attacked Jorta Opo'te and may have taken the Great Temple high priest as a hostage when he fled the Nall-occupied city of Vor.Salek is considered armed and extremely dangerous. His capture is required by any means necessary, authorities say.OOC This Down to Earth news article presented courtesy of Kickstarter backer James Lowe!

Controversial Cleric Claims Riftwalkers are Angels

Posted By: Wik Article: SEPT11-6 Reported To: PNN Reported On: Pyracan Reported At: Fri Sep 02 17:25:37 2011

AUREUS, PYRACAN - Great John Vicar, a burly human and self-styled priest of an Outverser religion called 'Anglicanism' has become a regular fixture in Siorcton for his religious rantings about the god he's creatively named 'God'. Textiles exporter Giffi Nielsaerr sees him as sort of a mascot. "He doesn't hurt anybody, and he can be a really nice guy when he's not huffing and puffing around about divine retribution. He's just a little nutty, that's all. He's a nice break from my otherwise normal life." But Thursday, Vicar drew additional attention from Pyracan's Riftwalker community by declaring that the strange psionic spirits were, in fact, angels from his religion. "Man comes from dust, and to dust he shall return," said a piece of paper, signed by Vicar and posted on the front door of the North Siorcton Church of the Supreme One. "Our brothers, they had life breathed into them, but they have no real life, and no real hard choice (sic) to make. And they ain't evil and stinking of brimstone, so bible says they (sic) only one thing: angels. Soldiers of God here to enforce His will." This has incensed a large number of Riftwalkers in Aureus, who staged a protest late Friday. "It's hard enough not knowing where I came from," said Window, one of the protesters. "But having people think I'm just a tool of some scary unseen power is just asking for trouble. I want to fit in, not be raised up as some kind of demigod, or worse, be blamed for things I can't control." Vicar is sticking by his statements, and in a statement to PNN, has invited Riftwalker community leaders to meet with him and discuss how they can best serve the community. "This is a good thing, a great thing!" he said to reporters. "Before, it seemed as if only evil and chaos has followed us, been our traveling companions. But now we know: God has sent us a sign!"

Philanthropist Ship Found!

Posted By: Loki Article: SEPT11-7 Reported To: VOA Reported On: Aukam Reported At: Sun Sep 04 12:37:15 2011

MULTVAROS, AUKAM - The Aukami trade ship that was owned by Philanthropist Laszlo Bertok has been found. Authorities have been able to identify ship debris found along one of the minor MCC shipping lanes. The debris was discovered and reported by the human freighter Mary Elizabeth. "It was such a mess," Captain Mary Jane reported. "Ship parts everywhere. We couldn't make hide nor hair of it all. Thought somebody ought to clean up all that mess."Authorities were called in when the clean-up crew found the plate with the ship name on it and a possitive ID was able to be made by a representative of the MCC. Authorities have yet to determin what happened to the ship, investigations are ongoing.

'Devil Smurfs' reported loose in bathhouse

Posted By: Wik Article: SEPT11-8 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Materi Syna Reported At: Wed Sep 07 16:05:27 2011

NEW RESILIENCE - Early this morning, two bathhouse patrons reported a sighting of over half a dozen deep purple, six inch tall chubby humanoids with pointed horns and long, pointed tails in the Snowmist Bathhouse. The humanoids were reported seen coming out of the grill of one of the water overflow vents, were spooked by the patrons, and ran back into the grates. When asked about the possibility of heat-related hallucinations or the possibility of mist playing tricks on his eyes, one of the patrons, Dmitri Guseinev, told CNB that "The bathhouse isn't a sauna, da? I saw what I saw. Little purple devil-smurfs." It is currently unknown whether these creatures were, in fact, an illusion, a result of genetic experimentation, a previously-unknown native of Materi Syna, or arrived via rift.

Transit union leaders want pay raises

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-9 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Wed Sep 07 21:11:38 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - In the wake of last month's alleged "spontaneous combustion" incident aboard a San Angeles city hoverbus, leaders of the megalopolitan transit union want raises to account for hazard pay."It's important that bus driver salaries include compensation for unanticipated events such as this," said Michael Zodda of Hovtran Local 610. "It's only fair."City Council members, however, consider this little more than a flimsy negotiation ploy in advance of October's labor negotiations."We appreciate all the hard work done by unionized workers throughout San Angeles," said Councillor Andrew Chalk. "It seems silly to use spontaneous combustion as a bargaining chip, though."

Svajone restricts Fortrain arctic

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-10 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Fortrain Reported At: Thu Sep 08 07:30:53 2011

FORTRAIN - A geology expedition to the arctic regions of Fortrain was recalled to Fortrain City unexpectedly earlier today."We have reason to believe the arctic environment is currently too unstable to provide a safe research environment for SCRI (Svajone Coalition Research Institute)." Svajone Coalition spokeswoman Natalie Lant said in an official statement.Seismologists in Fortrain City, however, state that there has not been any unusual seismic activity in the region.

Zarists block major roads and airspace routes

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-11 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Sun Sep 11 13:06:19 2011

VOR, KAMSHO - The Zarist Supremacy maintains its grip on the Llivori city of Vor on Kamsho, despite recent advances by resistance fighters.Fighter patrols and ground forces have locked down major airspace routes and key thoroughfares linking Vor to other cities on the continent. Travelers are expected to have proper authorization from occupation forces if they are stopped at road blocks or intercepted in restricted airspace.

One month later a family remembers

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-12 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Sun Sep 11 13:15:23 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - Just one month ago, bus driver Daniel T. Woslowski was behind the wheel of a city hoverbus, following his usual Thursday route, when he suddenly disappeared before the eyes of his passengers.Although some theorize that he suffered from spontaneous combustion, others have proposed something more sinister, like kidnapping via teleportation. Theories don't matter to Woslowski's family and friends, though. They want answers and closure."I wouldn't say Dan loved his job, but he loved doing a good job, no matter what line of work he was in," recalled his wife, Lina. "If he died, I want to know for certain what happened. If he's alive, I want to know where he is. I want him home."The Woslowskis have three children, ages 5, 8, and 13.San Angeles Police offered no answers to CBN today, though."It's a big city, we've got a heavy caseload," said interim Police Chief Raleigh Devrees. "But we're looking into it."OOC Article sponsored by Fred Herman, Kickstarter backer!

Zarists announce withdrawal plan

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-13 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Wed Sep 14 01:22:13 2011

VOR, KAMSHO - Occupation forces in the city of Vor are preparing to withdraw within the next week, sources within the Zarist Supremacy report.In recent weeks, resistance fighters thought to have been trained by allies in the Orion Confederacy have made trouble for the occupiers, launching successful attacks against the main spaceport and critical supply depots. Zarist officials allege that the withdrawal is due to sympathy for the Llivori who want to govern themselves and repair the damage to their city, but some observers counter that it is apparent the occupiers found their hold on Vor untenable due to the rebel fighters.Nall troops are expected to start drawing down today, shipping back to Ope'mot or the Clawed Fist Fleet in Kamsho orbit.

Wildfire face Game 7 showdown

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-14 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Wed Sep 14 11:43:48 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - In two days, the San Angeles Wildfire and Enaj Leftenants take on the final game in the Consortium Series baseball tournament, with both teams tied at three wins a piece.Wildfire coach Scott Suehle can't think of a more important game in his dozen years leading the San Angeles team. "It's a must-win," he said. "We can't afford to hold anything back. It's all or nothing time."His foe from the Leftenants bullpen couldn't agree more. Said Sivadian coach Stuart Lloyd: "Quite the feather in the cap, don't you agree, should we prevail? Our lads will settle for nothing less than a flight home with the Fando Cup." OOC This Down to Earth article sponsored by contributor James Lowe.

Wildfire dedicate Game 7 to Woslowski

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-15 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Thu Sep 15 17:03:24 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - The front office for the San Angeles Wildfire plans to dedicate tomorrow night's championship game to Daniel Woslowski.Woslowski, a San Angeles bus driver, disappeared last month in a flash of light. Theories about his vanishing range from spontaneous combustion to alien abduction."We know this doesn't come anywhere close to making everything all right for the Woslowski family," said Ramon Ballard, media rep for the team. "However, we want to honor his memory and, if possible, help raise awareness for his disappearance. Maybe someone watching the game out there in the Consortium knows something that can help the investigation."Also, hot dogs are just a credit!OOC Article sponsored by CreepTheProphet, Kickstarter backer!

Nall forces depart Vor

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-16 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Thu Sep 15 21:45:26 2011

VOR, KAMSHO - Forces of the Clawed Fist Fleet officially began their withdrawal from the Llivori capital of Vor this afternoon.* Holovid image depicts armored Nall warriors walking up ramps into a shuttle on a debris-strewn street downtown, while Llivori and Tupai onlookers cheer *"It's a victory for the resistance and the Orion Confederacy," opined Odas Ibilek, a historian with the Vor Advanced Studies Institute. "Those who questioned the value of the Confederacy's assistance during the killer asteroid crisis should forever hold their tongues now. These people provided training that was key to the successes enjoyed by the resistance."

Opodians may abandon Supremacy

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-17 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Thu Sep 15 21:56:56 2011

OPE'MOT, KAMSHO - Now that their Nall protectors are pulling up stakes and leaving Kamsho, and after suffering the disappearance of a temple high priest, Opodian leaders are said to be weighing their own departure - from the Zarist Supremacy."Opodians are seen by other races on Kamsho as traitors to the homeworld," said a Great Temple official who spoke on condition of anonymity. "Such alienation, especially at the cost of precious lives, can't continue. Our best bet, truly, is to cut our losses and begin the slow process of mending fences with our fellow Kamshoans."With the Nall leaving Kamsho and the Opodians edging away, it must be with a nervous eye that Aukami observers watch and wait in Multvaros.

Orion Confederacy troops return home

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-18 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Fri Sep 16 11:51:46 2011

MATERI SYNA - Orion Confederacy forces are returning to Materi Syna from Vor Kamsho after weeks of working with resistance fighters there. The recent evacuation of the Nall occupation forces and the announcement from Ope'mot has triggered celebration on the part of the Confederates, as well as their Kamshoan allies."This is a victorrry for the people of Kamssho and all of the frrree peoples of Hiverrrsspasce," Orion Confederacy Defense Minister Razorback Cliffwalker said at a press conference in Vor Kamsho, "A messssage has been ssent to Multvaros that they _cannot_, _will_ not ssubdue those of uss who sstand togetherrr againsst them. Our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones. The Orion Confederacy stands in humble debt to its members who have given the ultimate sacrifice: US-02 HELOTs 068K8 and 639Y4, and of course, Admiral Trak'gar."

Star Wildfire vanishes after tying championship game

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-19 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Fri Sep 16 23:22:51 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - William Bodean had just scored the tying point in Friday night's championship baseball game when the San Angeles Wildfire player vanished along with the Enaj Leftenants's orb.His disappearance echoes eerily the vanishing of Daniel Woslowski, a bus driver to whom the final game in the series was dedicated.The game is on hold until authorities can determine what happened to Bodean. It also must wait for a Sivadian freighter to deliver a replacement orb, which could come as soon as tomorrow, which is traditionally free soda day in Casady Stadium if you wear a Wildfire jersey.OOC Article sponsored by Hannah Wicklein, Kickstarter backer!

New Resilience to launch holovid business

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-20 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Materi Syna Reported At: Sat Sep 17 16:44:56 2011

NEW RESILIENCE, MATERI SYNA - Renowned Lyiri erotic films director, Ruminus Snach, has arrived on Materi Syna to film his latest oversexed romp. "What the viewing public of Hiverspace wants," said Snach, "is to see these Outversers banging each other. It's all the rage. But as an artist, I'm not willing to settle for just what the people want."Snach says that he is responding to the recent hostilities that have wracked Hiverspace. "I think it's good for peace if we can show some bimbo Hekayti getting boned by one of these Outverser monsters. Maybe one of those big fuzzy ones, maybe one of the scalies. Maybe go for a kink picture and get one of the small ones. Sky's the limits out here."Rumors are circulating that Snach has chosen a location for his next studio, and that New Resilience could play home to many scintillating new releases.

Interagency scuffle caught on vid

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-21 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Sat Sep 17 16:53:08 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - A San Angeles Police Department crime scene investigator struck the top spook of the Consortium Intelligence Service during the aftermath of last night's disappearance of Wildfire ball player William Bodean.The woman, identified as Faith Fairbreeze, punched Dmitri Volstov in the jaw and nearly got herself shot by his coterie of armed guards.Holovid camera orbs caught the incident just minutes after Bodean, who scored the tying point in Game 7 for the Wildfire, vanished in a flash of blue light.

Nall forces repel Outverser attack on space mall

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-22 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Comorro Reported At: Sun Sep 18 08:52:11 2011

GALAXY GALLERIA - An Outverser starship identified as the Laughing Fox opened fire on the Galaxy Galleria mall last night, wrecking a white sale and nearly breaching the mall's outer bulkhead.Several Nall died valiantly in an effort to thwart the terrorist attack, which appeared to be targeted at the religious leader of the Vox Nalia Church, High Priestess Antaz of Hatch Vril, who was visiting the Galaxy Galleria on a supply gathering mission.After suffering severe damage under fire from the Nall flagship Eye of the Goddess, the Fox's pilot rammed the Nall church flagship, killing all aboard.The priestess made it safely to the flagship, surviving the attack.The Nall report that they will soon issue holovid images of the terrorists with bounties offered for their capture or execution.

Opodians propose Kamshoan Council

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-23 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Kamsho Reported At: Mon Sep 19 10:42:50 2011

OPE'MOT, KAMSHO - In an unprecedented, but probably inevitable, political move, the high priests of the Great Temple of Opodi are calling for a Kamsho planetary governing council.The new entity would hopefully provide a unifying spirit to the often divided planet, with representatives from the Llivori, Tupai, Gankri, and Opodians."This council would be responsible for keeping the peace between us on Kamsho, but also for negotiating involvement with other worlds and governments," said temple priest Ajate Opo'te.Presumably, this would prevent another hostile occupation incident in the future.

Orion Confederacy ratifies new constitution

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-24 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Materi Syna Reported At: Mon Sep 19 22:46:50 2011

MATERI SYNA - Following the success of the Kamsho resistance, the Orion Confederacy Senate has ratified a new constitution which will make significant changes in the way governance is handled in the Confederacy. "The new constitution ensures limited government and governmental power," Senator Maddie Jamison said when interviewed, "We hope to protect our way of life from any future abuses of power."Elections are going to be held in the near future to fill all positions, but it is expected that the popular President Vadim Tostanavich will retain his office.

Hekayti porn star killed by faulty implants

Posted By: Wik Article: SEPT11-25 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Materi Syna Reported At: Wed Sep 21 21:19:02 2011

NEW RESILIENCE - Prominent Hekayti porn star Nika was killed today when her hoverimplants malfunctioned, causing her to collide with a low-flying helicopter. Director Ruminus Snach has threatened to file suit against the prominent Falari biotech firm that created the antigravity devices."One minute the broad is getting boned and the next minute she's a balloon!" Snach was heard to explain to reporters about the collision that killed both actress and pilot. "This is a disaster. A real tragedy. A man can't make an honest living off another sentient's body if these damned bird brains, who, I mean, you can't tell who's the broads and who's the johns underneath all them feathers, can't get a boob job right! We are doing a fantasy picture, here, real old time Pyracani swords and mystics stuff. Ain't never been a bitch, pardon my language but that /is/ the industry term of art, in all Pyracani erotica with hooters that ain't perfect. I am trying to be faithful to my source material. I am very upset. /Very/ upset. I will penetrate them with the full force of the law!" After this threat Snach stalked off. When filming of Rodragha the Boneking VII: Fruits of the Lake will resume on Materi Syna is unknown at this time.

CSI worker suspended for scuffle

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-26 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Thu Sep 22 14:20:12 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - Faith Fairbreeze, a crime scene investigator with the San Angeles Police Department, has been suspended with pay for one week after punching Dmitri Volstov, Consortium Intelligence Service chief. She also must participate in department-mandated anger management sessions.She struck Volstov while trying to reach the scene of a vanished San Angeles Wildfire player. Volstov and several CIS agents had blocked her way after seizing control of the scene.Rumor in city hall has it that government leaders pressured interim Police Chief Raleigh Devrees to fire Fairbreeze for the attack, which was caught on holovid."I took all the facts into consideration when I made this call," Devrees told CBN. "I'm confident she won't do this sort of thing again."

Mystic fatally stabbed in Morrow Park

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-27 Reported To: CBN Reported On: Earth Reported At: Mon Sep 26 11:14:31 2011

SAN ANGELES, EARTH - Police are investigating the stabbing death of a Mystic who wandered out of the woods outside Mister P's Cafe in Morrow Park last night.So far, authorities have not released the victim's identity, nor have they given any motive for the attack. Suspects remain at large at this hour.Authorities recommend that joggers in the park after sundown travel in pairs or groups, just in case this is the act of a serial attacker. Suspicious activity should be reported to the San Angeles Police Department.

Riftwalker faces life inside a wall

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-28 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Comorro Reported At: Mon Sep 26 15:28:42 2011

COMORRO STATION - The Yaralu known as Comorro Station has threatened to imprison a Riftwalker, known as Wormhole, by stashing him inside the docking hub bulkhead for the rest of his life.This comes within 24 hours after Wormhole nearly destroyed the hub by mishandling a shipment of volatile polydenum.The Riftwalker, who's been linked to a mercenary group known as Red Eclipse and the Svajone station, is being considered a possible saboteur, although the Yaralu leans more toward the theory that he is simply incapable of properly handling dangerous materials.She has left open the door for those who want to claim responsibility for Wormhole to do so and possibly win his release.

Svajone urges Riftwalker caution

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-29 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Svajone Reported At: Mon Sep 26 15:50:22 2011

SVAJONE - At a regular press briefing, Svajone spokeswoman Natalie Lant reiterated the Svajone's position on psionic threats. "We support increased consideration of psionic threats and preparations to deal with those threats throughout Hiverspace." she said. "In light of increased irresponsible activity on the part of Riftwalkers, we fully support the continued vigilance of those who seek to adjust their legal systems to solve any problems caused by such beings." Lant also took time to demonstrate the effectiveness of Svajone's psionic suppression technology.Lant was also asked about an alleged Svajone project referenced as 'Nodina', which she declined to comment on.

A Riftwalker speaks

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-30 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Comorro Reported At: Mon Sep 26 16:24:39 2011

Following recent Riftwalker-related events that have found media attention, a video was released on the infomatrix by one of these beings. The female featured is in the form of a short human all in gray, with mismatched wings. This is what she had to say:"Hello, peoples of Hiverspace and beyond. I am known as Megumi. In light of certain responses to recent events, I felt that perhaps it was time to illuminate the other side of the Riftwalker coin, so to speak. I would like to start by saying that a handful of people do not represent the whole of our kind. Many Riftwalkers - most, in fact - are perfectly reasonable people. The isolated incidents of very few of us should not be used to reflect poorly on the whole. I daresay this sentiment applies to all races. Does the activity of the Zarist Supremacy mean that all Aukami are hellbent on eliminating Outversers? I think not."Riftwalkers are a race without a singular culture. We are as diverse in personality as any other race - perhaps even moreso - with both upstanding and reasonable citizens, as well as our share of fools and ne'er-do-wells. I resent that the actions of the few are cause for concern about the whole."I do not condone the actions of this 'Wormhole', nor any other individual who demonstrates a level of incompetance or malice. I hope that their actions can serve as a reminder to my kind - and indeed all peoples, psions and non - that power should be handled with care."I will end with a message for the representatives of the Svajone: please remember that psions are not the only peoples with villains and fools amongst us. I find your continued anti-psionic sentiments insulting."The video ends with a disclaimer that the opinions expressed within this video are purely Megumi's, and she in no way speaks for any other individual or group.

Riftwalker released with fine

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-31 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Comorro Reported At: Mon Sep 26 16:35:24 2011

COMORRO STATION - A representative from the Red Eclipse mercenary group today accepted responsibility for the Riftwalker called Wormhole, paying half of a 50,000 credit fine to Comorro Station to win the prisoner's freedom.The freed Riftwalker is expected to work off the remainder of the debt for the mercenary group. Any future problems aboard Comorro that are linked to these individuals will lead to banning from the station for both the Riftwalker *and* the mercenary organization.

Red Eclipse Responds

Posted By: Colchek Article: SEPT11-32 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Comorro Reported At: Mon Sep 26 17:44:42 2011

A similar video released by the Riftwalker known as Megumi hits the infomatrix only minutes later. In front of the video is a humanoid, fully encased in the standard Red Eclipse body armor. His digitalized voice speaks out:"I am responding to this incident on the Red Eclipse Mercenaries behalf. We have come to agreement with Comorro to have this Wormhole riftwalker released and to work a payment off to Comorro for his dangerous transportation of Polydenum. We have come forward to take responsibility for his lack of thinking and settle an agreement. It is to be understood that he will still have to answer to our organization and discipline policies."The visual zooms in a bit more, and enhances on the blood red helmet "An apology to the inhabitants of Comorro for this unfortunate event, and an apology that they would have to listen to Svajone turning this matter into an anti-psionist public service announcement. That is all."

Svajone runs talk circuit

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-33 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Svajone Reported At: Wed Sep 28 09:17:59 2011

SVAJONE - Throughout the past day, Svajone representative Anton Phin has appeared on a variety of news talk shows to articulate Svajone's position on psionics.When asked on Late Night with Klitch from B'hira if psionic suppression technology was oppressive, he answered, "Of course not. Suppression technology takes great care to not cause harm to psionists."On Hav Morning on Hekayt Prime, "We want to promote a positive and safe environment for all visitors and citizens to our territory, and suppression is a part of letting commerce continue unimpeded."The circuit ended on Fortrain with Svajone Action News, where Phin expressed disappointment with those who criticize Svajone's suppression policy. "We seek only to protect those in our territory, and honestly, it's quite offensive that anyone suggests that we want to harm psionists when we opt to use psionist safe methods of doing so instead of older technologies that could cause permanent harm to psionists."

Riftwalker banned from Orion Confederacy

Posted By: Brody Article: SEPT11-34 Reported To: CNB Reported On: Materi Syna Reported At: Fri Sep 30 11:14:10 2011

MATERI SYNA - The Riftwalker Wormhole, notable for his recent actions on Comorro, was escorted from Orion Confederacy space last night by ships of the Confederate fleet.Orders then went out to all posts to arrest him on sight were he ever to return. Similar orders were passed down from Materi Syna officials, and New Resilience Militia commander Ferrol MacKready."This being is a reckless, and dangerous entity," a spokesperson for the Defense Ministry stated, "While we work diligently to protect the liberties of our citizens, we must take care to protect their lives from outside threats as well. Riftwalkers are welcome within our borders. Mr. Wormhole is not. If he returns, it will be considered an act of piracy and dealt with accordingly. His vessel, the IND Blue Sun, will be on watch lists for the Confederate Fleet, which has orders to board and detain her if she is found within our space. Thank you."In related news, the Confederacy's military buildup continues as they keep a watchful eye on Aukam and her Nall allies.