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			<title>20 Years of Astro Empires</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p><img style="margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: auto; border: 1px solid #bbbbbb; display: block; margin-right: auto;" src="http://portal.astroempires.com/images/news/20_anniversary.jpg" alt="20 anniversary" width="550" height="412" /></p>
<p>Twenty years ago, Astro Empires began with a simple vision: a universe where players could build empires, form alliances, and fight wars on a massive scale — all driven entirely by the community itself.</p>
<p>What emerged over the years became far more than a game. Astro Empires celebrates two decades of unforgettable stories, friendships, and moments shared by players from around the world.</p>
<p>Entire generations of players have passed through its universe, while many still remain after years — even decades.</p>
<p>Astro Empires endured because it was never only about planets, fleets, or battles. It was about the people behind them.</p>
<p>In a gaming world increasingly focused on speed and instant rewards, Astro Empires offered something different: persistence, strategy, diplomacy, loyalty, and community.</p>
<p>The universe is still alive. New players continue to arrive. Veterans continue to return. The community remains active, passionate, and enduring.</p>
<p data-start="0" data-end="116">To everyone involved — players, staff, moderators, translators, volunteers, and everyone who has participate:</p>
<p data-start="118" data-end="320" data-is-last-node data-is-only-node>Thank you for your time, effort, and dedication. Every contribution helps make this community stronger and more welcoming. Your support and commitment are truly appreciated.</p></div>]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:39:28 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>New Server Incoming: Borealis</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p>A new server, Borealis, is set to launch on March 21st!</p>
<p>This server will run game version 5.0, making it the second server using the v5.0 update. This version focuses on unit balance, improving the effectiveness of previously underused ships and encouraging more diverse fleet compositions.</p>
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			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:45:27 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Holidays Offer!</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p><strong>Holidays Offer!</strong></p>
<p>Upgrade for <strong>12 months (24.99€)</strong>&nbsp;and receive an <strong>EXTRA 6 months FREE!&nbsp;</strong>– that's <strong>18 months total</strong> of premium gameplay!</p>
<p><img style="margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: auto; border: 1px solid #bbbbbb; display: block; margin-right: auto;" src="http://portal.astroempires.com/images/news/ae_promo_2025-XMAS_800x600.png" alt="ae promo 2023 XMAS 800x600 3" width="650" height="488" /></p>
<p>This limited-time offer is available <strong data-start="368" data-end="389">until December 28</strong>. Don't miss out!</p></div>]]></description>
			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:27:41 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>New Server Incoming: Altair (v5.0)</title>
			<link>http://portal.astroempires.com/news/461-new-server-incoming-altair-v5</link>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">A new game server will open on September 20th, running the brand-new <strong>Game Version 5.0</strong>!</p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">Version 4.0 brought major gameplay improvements, including combat loot, redesigned wormholes, the removal of fleet maintenance, fleet size limits tied to production capacity, and expanded level protection, among others.</p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">Now, with Version 5.0, our focus is on unit balance, making underused ships more viable and battles more engaging.</p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">These changes are aimed at bringing more variety to fleet compositions and ensuring that every unit has a meaningful role. Capital ships will now be faster, Bombers and Destroyers more deadly, and much more.</p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">Additionally, each galaxy will now start with 5 United Colonies bases (up from 4).<br /><br /><img style="margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: auto; border: 1px solid #bbbbbb; display: block; margin-right: auto;" src="http://portal.astroempires.com/images/news/ae-banner-altair.png" alt="Altair server" width="650" height="488" /></p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">Check out all the details on v5.0 here: <a href="https://forum.astroempires.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&amp;t=127943" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Astro Empires v5.0</a></p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">Server Opening: September 20th, 17:00 (GMT+1).</p>
<p data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true">Prepare your strategies, gather your friends, and get ready for a fresh start with new challenges and opportunities!</p></div>]]></description>
			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 12:22:10 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Upgrade Your Account for a Full Year – Only 19.99€! (Ends 30 June)</title>
			<link>http://portal.astroempires.com/news/460-upgrade-your-account-for-a-full-year-only-19-99-ends-30-june</link>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p>Unlock a full year of premium features for just 19.99€ (regular price: 24.99€) and take your Astro Empires experience to the next level!</p>
<p>Get access to exclusive tools and enhanced gameplay with this 12-month upgrade – all at a discounted rate.</p>
<p><img style="margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 5px; border: 1px solid #bbbbbb; float: right;" src="http://portal.astroempires.com/images/promotions/ae-banner-promo-2025c.png" alt="ae banner promo 2025c" width="650" height="650" /></p>
<p>Don’t miss out – this special offer ends 30 June!</p></div>]]></description>
			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:56:51 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>New Server Incoming: Deimos (v4.6)</title>
			<link>http://portal.astroempires.com/news/459-new-server-incoming-deimos-v4-6</link>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p>Get ready for the launch of a brand-new game server – Deimos! It will be running the new game version 4.6.</p>
<p>Mark your calendars for March 22nd.</p>
<p><img style="margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 5px; border: 1px solid #bbbbbb; float: right;" src="http://portal.astroempires.com/images/news/deimos.png" alt="deimos server" width="650" height="488" /></p>
<p>This new version brings some changes to Base Pillage calculation to keep Astro Empires balanced and fair.</p>
<p>See what’s new: <a href="https://forum.astroempires.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&amp;t=127851">Astro Empires v4.6</a></p>
<p>Prepare your strategies and gather your friends – Deimos server will be here soon! March 22nd, 17:00 (GMT+1).</p></div>]]></description>
			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:38:52 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Holidays Offer!</title>
			<link>http://portal.astroempires.com/news/458-holidays-offer-7</link>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p><strong>Holidays Offer!</strong></p>
<p>Upgrade for <strong>12 months (24.99€)</strong>&nbsp;and receive an <strong>EXTRA 6 months FREE!&nbsp;</strong>– that's <strong>18 months total</strong> of premium gameplay!</p>
<p><img style="margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: auto; border: 1px solid #bbbbbb; display: block; margin-right: auto;" src="http://portal.astroempires.com/images/news/ae_promo_2024-XMAS_800x600.png" alt="ae promo 2023 XMAS 800x600 3" width="650" height="488" /></p>
<p>Hurry, this offer is <strong>only available until December 28</strong>. Don't miss out!</p></div>]]></description>
			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:16:11 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>New server announced: Ceres (v4.5)</title>
			<link>http://portal.astroempires.com/news/457-new-server-announced-ceres-v4-5</link>
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			<description><![CDATA[<div class="feed-description"><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Get ready for the launch of a brand-new game server – Ceres! It will be running the new game version 4.5.</p>
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Mark your calendars for September 21st.</p>
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			<author>adm@astroempires.com (Wizard)</author>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 08:23:22 +0000</pubDate>
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