Empire Continues ‘Protective Sanctuary’ for Abductees
Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval has decided that all Imperial citizens recovered from Thargoid Titans will remain in quarantine indefinitely. An official pronouncement on behalf of the Emperor was distributed by the Imperial Palace: “Every subject of the Empire who was abducted by the Thargoids is receiving the highest possible quality... Read more
Federal Election: The Imperial Perspective
As the Federation readies itself for a new president, the Empire is preparing for potential changes to its relationship with its historical rival. Last year Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval severed all official collaboration with the other superpowers, except for limited contributions to Aegis. But this does not mean the Empire... Read more
The Future of the Throne
The Imperial Senate has formally raised the issue that Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval has not yet produced any direct heirs. The debate was instigated by Senator Lysandra Courcelle : “The continuation of the Duval bloodline has formed the linchpin of our society for over a thousand years. But it has... Read more
Materials Received to Construct Duval Statues
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* A campaign by a minor Imperial Family member to deliver precious materials to Laedla has concluded. The shipments of gold, jadeite and platinum will be used to construct statues of Duval family members, to be erected in public spaces in planetary cities across the Empire. The... Read more
Duvals Rally Around Imperial Mother
Lady Florence Lavigny is recuperating from a serious illness, but the experience has prompted her to call for changes within the Imperial Family. Official sources confirmed that the Imperial Mother remains under constant medical supervision at her home on Topaz, following a successful surgical procedure. Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval has... Read more
Imperial Mother in Medical Emergency
Lady Florence Lavigny, the mother of Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval, has been placed under medical supervision following a sudden illness. An official statement was released by the Imperial Palace: “The Imperial Mother, Lady Florence Lavigny, has suffered an unexpected medical emergency. She is being cared for by a specialist team... Read more
The Emperor’s Ire
Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval has responded to criticism from Hadrian Duval regarding her decision to contribute to Aegis. During a public address at the opening of a naval research and development complex on Achenar, the Emperor stated: “For the avoidance of doubt, my decree to halt interaction with the Alliance... Read more
Hadrian Duval Remarks on ‘Weak Emperor’
An interview with Hadrian Augustus Duval has caused ripples in Imperial society for his direct criticism of Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval. Speaking to Paresa News Network, the former Nova Imperium leader discussed the Empire’s commitment to Aegis: “I have always known that the Empire is stronger alone, especially when protecting... Read more
Convoy Tragedy Halts Superpower Conflict
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* The Empire and the Federation have resolved the conflict in Pichch after the accidental loss of anti-xeno supply ships. Freelance correspondent Karleen Troy reported on events for Vox Galactica: “Pichch is a key location to redirect front-line resources to systems facing invasion around Maelstrom Leigong. In... Read more
Princess Aisling ‘Understood Risk of Speaking Out’
Princess Aisling Duval has assumed oversight of the Empire’s contributions to the tri-superpower agency Aegis. She discussed her new role during an interview with The Imperial Herald: “Loathe though I was to defy the Emperor’s decree, every instinct told me that the Aegis initiative can develop methods of protecting... Read more