Rising Tensions Between Galactic Powers
Observers across the core systems are reporting an increase in antagonistic activity between Power supporters, with skirmishes flaring in multiple regions. In the aftermath of the Thargoid war, political attention has turned inward as human factions seek to reassert dominance across the bubble. Recent clashes, including the conflict between... Read more
Winters’ Supporters Claim Mining Rush Victory
A surprisingly tense mining boom in LP 855-34 has concluded, with supporters of Felicia Winters claiming success over Yuri Grom’s pilots. A call for Platinum by the system’s governing faction triggered an influx of ships representing the two powers. Longstanding issues between Yuri Grom and the Federation fed into... Read more
Mining Rivalry Sparks Conflict in LP 855-34
Tensions between Yuri Grom and Felicia Winters have erupted into open conflict around the mining system of LP 855-34. The system’s platinum rush, triggered by local construction demands, has drawn forces from both Powers. Yuri Grom’s representative accused Federal factions of “cornering the market” unfairly, urging loyal supporters to... Read more
Powerplay Standings: February 3311
This month’s analysis of the influence held by key figures in the core systems has arrived, courtesy of Conrad Sterling of Vox Galactica. His latest survey of system populations suggests the following five powers enjoy the largest sphere of influence: Rank 1: Edmund Mahon – 1,431 systems Rank 2:... Read more
Powerplay Standings: January 3311
This month’s analysis of the influence held by key figures in the core systems has arrived, courtesy of Conrad Sterling of Vox Galactica. His latest survey of system populations suggests the following five powers enjoy the largest sphere of influence: Rank 1: Edmund Mahon – 1,403 systems Rank 2:... Read more
Powerplay Standings: November 3310
With a renewed focus on internal politics within the core systems, Conrad Sterling of Vox Galactica has provided an analysis of the current support for key figures of importance based on system allegiance. Population surveys suggest the following five powers lead the way in this early stage: Rank 1:... Read more
A New Dawn for Humanity?
With the Thargoid invasion force seemingly on the edge of defeat, political analysts have presented several arguments for what follows. The potential balance of power across the core systems will be heavily influenced by the ambitions of its primary players – perhaps crucially in the Federation, claims Jean-Daniel Moulin:... Read more
Azimuth’s Plan Elicits Further Reactions
Prominent figures on the political stage have commented on Salvation’s anti-xeno operation in the HIP 22460 system. Key points from each are collated below. Archon Delaine: “My opinion on the Thargoids remains the same: burn them all! As I stated at the Galactic Summit, the Kumo nation stands ready... Read more
A Retrospective of 3307 (Part Four)
The last in a series that reviews the events of the past year, by noted historian Sima Kalhana. “October brought further controversy for the Federation, when a diplomatic conference in the Delta Pavonis system was revealed to be a honey trap designed to capture Yuri Grom. Only a rush... Read more
Demands for Federal Rebellion Decline
Many factions have seceded from the Federation in recent months, but recent polls suggest the likelihood of further withdrawals is waning. The Federal Times published an update on the situation by political correspondent Sofia Trevino: “Some negative reaction to the Proactive Detection Bureau was anticipated. But it’s unlikely that... Read more