Archon Delaine Gatecrashes the Galactic Summit
Pirate warlord Archon Delaine has unexpectedly appeared at the diplomatic conference and demanded to participate as a political delegate. Delaine is the leader of the Kumo Crew, a notorious crime syndicate that controls dozens of systems. Their arrival at Patterson Enterprise station initially caused many delegations’ security teams to... Read more
Pirates vs Thargoids?
A new independent report suggests that piracy has declined across occupied space since the return of the Thargoids. Dr Jin Rameer, who runs a socio-political think tank, made the following observations in her report: “Statistics show a significant reduction in piracy and criminal behaviour since the Thargoid presence was... Read more
Freelance Report: Give and Take
Today marked Kumo Tribute Day, which sees representatives from systems under the control of Archon Delaine curry favour with the Pirate Lord by presenting him with lavish gifts. Highlights included the presentation of several Imperial aristocrats, an assortment of rare narcotics and even a live barnacle. One system gifted... Read more
Community Goal: The Battle of Daramo
The Daramo system is currently under Federal control, but recent reports indicate that both Imperial and independent forces – the latter under the rule of Pirate King Archon Delaine – are attempting to wrest power from the Federation. The Federation is evidently not about to capitulate. In a statement,... Read more
Cayutorme Syndicate Seeks Support
Imperial investigators have confirmed ties between Archon Delaine’s Kumo Crew and the mercenary group known as the Cayutorme Syndicate. This partnership brings disturbing context to the civil unrest currently affecting Cayutorme, as well as the syndicate’s rapid rise to power. The leader of the Cayutorme Syndicate, Kyle Kurowski, is... Read more
Cold Ice, Warm Trail
Cold Ice, Warm Trail Early this morning, an Imperial Navy commando unit uncovered a hidden forward command post for the Kumo Crew invasion force in the Tjakiri system. There was evidence that the site had been occupied as recently as half an hour prior to the raid, as ice... Read more
‘Operation Uranus’ Successful
‘Operation Uranus’ Successful This week, Archon Delaine hit back at the renewed Imperial offensive. Using a multi-pronged attack, the Kumo Crew struck hard at systems under the influence of Senator Patreus. Dubbed ‘Operation Uranus’, the campaign successfully pushed the system of Contiku into turmoil. The number of Kumo Crew... Read more
Federation Continues Debate on War
Federation Continues Debate on War Dissent is growing within Federation congress over the situation in the Pegasi sector. Though many view the Pegasi Pirate War as a chance to let the Empire waste their resources, a growing contingent is becoming frustrated with the Federation’s lack of response. “Tolerating such... Read more
Imperial Inquisition and Emperor’s Grace to Hold Meeting
Imperial Inquisition and Emperor’s Grace to Hold Meeting Mavia Kain, the High Inquisitor and leader of the Imperial Inquisition, is scheduled to pay a visit to Admiral Varrwen Mako Brennus, leader of Emperor`s Grace. The meeting will be held in the Emperor’s Grace stronghold of Rishair at Lindblad Port.... Read more
Pegasi Pirate War
Pegasi Pirate War Last month, Archon Delaine’s aggressive advance toward Imperial territory was halted. Defensive lines along the Imperial border held strong as the expeditionary forces of Operation Davy Jones were joined by detachments of the Imperial Fleet. Many in the Empire are now referring to the escalating conflict... Read more