Azimuth: A Historical Perspective (Part Four)
A look at the rivalry between Aegis and Salvation during the escalating war against the Thargoids. Salvation’s success in purging the Thargoid presence from the Cornsar system had many repercussions, not least from the aliens themselves. Several inhabited nebulas were suddenly overrun with Thargoid vessels, leading some to believe... Read more
Azimuth: A Historical Perspective (Part Two)
A summary of key events around the rise and fall of the tri-superpower organisation Aegis. The Alliance, Empire and Federation created Aegis in 3303 to lead xenological research and coordinate defensive actions against the Thargoids. With fears that the alien species might one day overwhelm human-controlled space, Aegis’s role... Read more
Superpowers Stand with Azimuth
The Alliance, Empire and Federation will continue collaborating with Salvation and Azimuth Biotech on anti-xeno operations. Political journalist Conrad Sterling reviewed the latest developments for Vox Galactica: “We now know the truth: Azimuth not only survived, but was responsible for many controversial activities. It contributed to the mycoid virus’s... Read more
A Renewed Journey for the Golconda
The generation ship Golconda has departed from the Upaniklis system with much of its former population on board. Three years ago, the Golcondans abandoned their ship and resettled at the Forester’s Choice outpost in Upaniklis. Approximately 60% of these 70,000 people have now elected to resume their itinerant lifestyle... Read more
Xenological Project Receives Thargoid Artefacts
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* A range of alien objects have been delivered to the Arque system for Professor Ishmael Palin’s study of the Thargoids. The conclusion of the project was announced by Professor Palin: “I am highly impressed with the number of Thargoid probes, resin and sensors that were delivered... Read more
Alliance-Sirius Military Pact to be Decided
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* The Di Jian system is hosting competing campaigns as the Alliance Assembly votes on the strategic defence pact. The Assembly is evenly split over formalising military ties with Sirius Corporation to enhance defensive options against the Thargoids, with a decision expected at the end of June.... Read more
Thargoid Research Project Phase Two Begins
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* Professor Ishmael Palin has requested deliveries of Thargoid artefacts to the Arque system for scientific study. The first phase of the project took place last month and focused on meta-alloys. In a public announcement, Professor Palin outlined the second phase: “My ongoing analysis of the Thargoids’... Read more
Relaunching the Golconda
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* Traders and combat pilots are required in the Upaniklis system to assist the Golconda in resuming its voyage. The ancient generation ship, which originated from Earth in the 22nd century, has been retrofitted by the Artificers Clan into a functional modern vessel. The majority of its... Read more
Rackham Announces Presidential Candidacy
The trillionaire entrepreneur Zachary Rackham has officially confirmed that he will stand as a candidate in the 3309 Federal election. Mr Rackham finally stated his intentions following several weeks of speculation. At a press conference, he said: “I know what you’re all thinking. That guy as president? Isn’t he... Read more
Kumo Crew Crushes Rebellion
*Pilots’ Federation ALERT* Forces involved in an attempted coup on Archon Delaine’s syndicate have been soundly defeated in the HIP 10792 system. Vidar Trask, formerly an arch-corsair in the Kumo Crew syndicate, was declared dead when his private vessel was destroyed during the conflict. The few surviving ships in... Read more