The Pro-Aegis Stance of the Princess
Princess Aisling Duval’s call for the Empire to commit to a resumed Aegis project, alongside the Alliance and Federation, has received a harsh response. Admiral Denton Patreus was approached for comment by the Eye on Achenar newsfeed: “We all have our part to play in the Empire, but questioning... Read more
Princess Aisling Echoes Aegis Reformation Calls
Princess Aisling Duval has publicly asked Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval to reconsider pledging Imperial resources to a cross-superpower anti-xeno initiative. Her message was shared on all Imperial newsfeeds: “The Empire’s capability to defend itself is not in question. But neither is there any doubt that we are facing a protracted... Read more
A Retrospective of 3308 (Part Three)
The concluding article in a series by historian Sima Kalhana, providing an overview of last year’s key events. “The aftermath of the Battle of HIP 22460 was an unsettling time. With Salvation dead, Azimuth Biotech fell under new management and struggled to maintain prominence. The Empire withdrew from further... Read more
A Retrospective of 3308 (Part Two)
Sima Kalhana continues her review of the most significant historical events that occurred during the past year. “In May 3308, the Thargoid invasions of the Didio, Novas and Sosong systems were completely repelled by the use of Salvation’s unique superweapons. This convinced the Alliance, Empire and Federation to support... Read more
A Retrospective of 3308 (Part One)
In the first of a three-part series of articles, the historian Sima Kalhana reviews the key events of the past year. “3308 began with the announcement that the Alliance and Sirius Corporation had agreed an anti-xeno strategic defence pact. This controversial decision would face many challenges before it was... Read more
The Voice of the Empire
On the Empire’s homeworld Capitol, fears over imminent Thargoid invasion sparked a public gathering outside the Imperial Palace. Cassia Carvalho, political journalist for The Imperial Herald, reported from the scene: “The arrival of the Thargoid Maelstroms has triggered protests on many Allied, Federal and independent worlds. The Empire is... Read more
The Darkest Days
Newsfeeds have published their reactions as the Thargoid Maelstroms launch fleets to overpower multiple inhabited systems. Sol Today: “Be in no doubt: we are in a war for survival! Dark days are upon us. No more ridiculous ideas of peace with the aliens. No more time for politics or... Read more
Praise for the Pro-Peace Project
Congressman Dalton Chase has applauded the increased public support for the goal of opening diplomatic channels with the Thargoids. During an exclusive interview with ICE-caster Joy Senne, he said: “Not so long ago, the idea of communicating with the Thargoids seemed absurd. But look at what’s happening in Andavandul... Read more
Empire Dismisses Calls for Aegis Return
The Imperial Senate has debated contributing to anti-xeno activities such as Aegis or a unified superpower fleet. Senator Caspian Leopold initiated the discussions among his colleagues, stating: “One would never criticise Her Majesty’s priority to defend the Empire above all else. Nevertheless, we face an adversary that how shown... Read more
Superpowers Discuss Unified Anti-Xeno Fleet
Ambassadors of all three superpowers have held emergency talks following the California nebula attacks, with a united military fleet the primary topic. Political journalist Conrad Sterling provided this report for Vox Galactica: “The public demand to address the evolving Thargoid threat has led to key military personnel suggesting that... Read more