Emperor Decides Hadrian Duval’s Status
Princess Aisling Duval’s request for her cousin, Imperator Hadrian Augustus Duval, to be accepted into the Imperial Family has been denied. Emperor Arissa Lavigny-Duval’s decision was delivered to the Senate by Chancellor Anders Blaine: “Her Majesty acknowledges that Hadrian is a Duval by blood, and offers royal pardons to... Read more
Hadrian Duval Seeks Reintegration with the Empire
Imperator Hadrian Augustus Duval has recovered from an assassination attempt and signalled a new direction for Nova Imperium. Princess Aisling Duval provided advanced medical care for Imperator Duval after a near-fatal attack by NMLA assassins. Following a period of discussion, she told the media: “At this time of crisis... Read more
Terrorism Spreads as Superpower Conflicts Increase
Neo-Marlinist extremists are continuing their campaign of terror, while the Empire and Federation clash over issues caused by Marlinist refugees. The Imperial Herald has featured updates on terrorist activity across the Empire: “The NMLA has claimed responsibility for over fifty bomb attacks during the last three weeks. These mostly... Read more
Federation Accused of Supporting the NMLA
The Empire has revealed new evidence that suggests the NMLA terrorist group may be receiving help from elements within the Federation. A report from the Imperial Internal Security Service stated: “With information provided by the engineer Liz Ryder, we located an abandoned workshop where explosives had been constructed using... Read more
Hadrian Duval Saved by Aisling Duval’s Intervention
Princess Aisling Duval has provided lifesaving aid to Imperator Hadrian Augustus Duval, who was severely wounded by NMLA terrorists. The INV Achenar’s Courage, transported her to the Paresa system where she offered protection against further assassination attempts. Hadrian Duval was transferred to the Majestic-class Interdictor’s medical bay, surrounded by... Read more
Empire and Federation Clash Over Marlinists
The Empire has repeated its demand for the Federation to deport all Marlinist emigrants, as tensions increase between the two superpowers. Hundreds of thousands of political refugees reached Federal space after fleeing to escape the Empire’s hunt for Neo-Marlinist terrorists. Congress has agreed to provide sanctuary, along with offers... Read more
Terrorist Hit Squad Targets Hadrian Duval
Imperator Hadrian Augustus Duval has been severely wounded in an assassination attempt by Neo-Marlinist extremists. The attack took place at Dyson City in the Paresa system, headquarters of the isolationist organisation Nova Imperium. A small team of armed intruders broke into the command deck and opened fire. Three people... Read more
Congress Votes to Accept Marlinist Immigrants
The Federation will grant sanctuary to Marlinist political refugees from the Empire, following a congressional vote in favour of Felicia Winters. President Zachary Hudson had stated that illegal immigrants in the Federal systems Charunder, Ennead, HIP 36081, LTT 1935, LTT 3607 and Thetis would be detained and returned to... Read more
Thargoid Incursion Repelled in Witch Head Enclave
*Pilots Federation ALERT* Thargoid forces defeated in an Alliance-controlled system within the Witch Head Nebula. The galactic community has responded to a call for aid from the Witch Head Enclave and successfully resisted an attack by the Thargoids. The majority of the alien vessels were destroyed, forcing the remainder... Read more
Marlinist Refugees Flee to the Federation
The Empire has formally demanded that the Federation extradites all Marlinist political refugees that have fled into their space. Hundreds of thousands of believers in the republican ideology evacuated their homes following anti-terrorism lockdowns. The Imperial blockade in Ackwada prevented ten megaships from escaping, but others carrying huge numbers... Read more