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GRAND REOPENING: Gambit's Bar

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 21:20:00 +0000

[desc]The camera pans in to a heavy set man that obviously was dragged out of a used car sales lot. He had his thumbs through his overall straps and a wide grin on his face. He suddenly busted out with a loud voice.[/desc]
Welcome to the GRAND REOPENING of the famous Gambit's Bar! Patrons of the bar will surely recognize this fine establishment reborn just as it was in the old days. It's even set next to a beautiful strip club fitted with pink neon lights in the shape of a bunny head. Nostalgic isn't it? Here's a few words from the Ragin' Cajun himself, Gambit!
[desc]Gambit walks into the camera and slowly the used car sales man is panned out leaving only Gambit's gorgeous body standing in front of the red neon lights of his bar.[/desc]
[ic]Dis is Remy LeBeau callin' all old patrons and welcomin' new ones t' de newest and greatest bar in town. Here at Gambit's Bar, I promise you only de best and most adequate selection of drinks in a beautiful vintage looking bar wit' a friendly staff and community.[/ic]
[desc]Gambit slowly walked to his left seeming not to notice that he was walking too far. Soon the background had shifted over from Gambit's Bar to the strip club next door.[/desc]
[ic]So come on down t' Gambit's Bar, take a load off, an' grab a drink. We aim t' please.[/ic]

BREAKING NEWS: LIVE! From the Embassy!

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 06:25:56 +0000

[desc]A trumpet blares a common chorus for the intro to Channel 69 News, NOW! A sharply dressed man in his prime turns to the left and slides his papers across the table with him. He faces the camera and presents a sharp smile. A sparkle shines for a moment in his teeth and he gives the camera a thumbs up. His right hand suddenly disappears under the table.[/desc]
[ic]Hello Wing City, I'm Dick Burns. We have an amazing story for you tonight marked with tragedy and sorrow. The Embassy was the victim of what seems to be a massive terrorist attack, Iowna Beerwagon is LIVE on the scene to bring you the latest in breaking news.[/ic]
[desc]The camera cuts to a young woman in her early twenties standing in front of a wooden house. Her usual cheery self and her rosey cheeks glinted with drunken joy even in the most sorrowful instances. One side of the wooden house has collapsed inward as it seems a large pile of cement plowed through that side of the house. On the porch of the house is an elderly woman, content with rocking back and forth in her rocking chair.[/desc]
[ic]Thank you Dick. I'm here at the scene with Roxane Rolls, a witness to this unforgettable tragedy.[/ic]
[desc]Iowna moves back onto the porch beside Roxane. The camera pans out enough to allow them both on the screen.[/desc]
[b]Iowna: [/b] [ic]Roxane, in your own words, please tell us what you saw.[/ic]
[b]Roxane:[/b] [ic]Ohhh, I didn't see much. I was just sitting here rolling some yarn into a ball while rocking here on my beauty of a rocking chair when all of a sudden I heard this loud boom.[/ic]
[b]Iowna:[/b] [ic]Like a bomb?[/ic]
[b]Roxane:[/b] [ic]No no, it sounded more like a... a bomb! A big bomb.[/ic]
[b]Iowna:[/b][ic]But that's what I said...[/ic]
[b]Roxane:[/b][ic]Shush child, you should know better than to talk back to your elders. Anyway, right after the boom there was this big wind that felt like it was going to blow me right over. If it weren’t for the cat stopping the rocking chair from blowing all the way back, who knows where I would be.[/ic]
[desc]The camera cuts for a moment to the corpse of a cat with a large horizontal imprint on it's body indicating that it had been crushed to death.[/desc]
[b]Iowna:[/b][ic]So you saw the explosion?[/ic]
[b]Roxane:[/b][ic]See it? How am I supposed to see a giant fireball in the middle of the night? Everybody knows it's too dark out to see anything. Don't they teach you anything in school anymore?[/ic]
[desc]A vein bulged out on the right side of Iowna's forehead as she clenched the microphone in her hand tighter. She grumbled for a second under her breath.[/desc]
[b]Iowna:[/b][ic]You stupid old bat...[/ic]
[b]Roxane:[/b][ic]What was that child?[/ic]
[b]Iowna: [/b][ic]Uhhh, I said that's a lovely hat![/ic]
[b]Roxane: [/b][ic]Why thank you, it's actually a bonnet. It does look pretty on me doesn't it?[/ic]
[b]Iowna:[/b][ic]Yes yes, anyway. So you heard a loud explosion but you didn't see the giant fireball that plumed over the embassy just a couple hundred yards ahead of you. I don't suppose you saw who might have done it?[/ic]
[b]Roxane:[/b][ic]Well, as I was sitting here on my porch rolling my ball of yarn, just maybe about 10 minutes before the explosion, one large man with a big heavy looking jacket on and another scrawny looking fellow with glowing red eyes walked by here headed to that place where that Embassy building used to be. They both had a lot of guns, and they were definitely not dressed in Embassy uniform. Now that I think about it, there were a lot of clicking noises before the big explosion. Say, what ever did happen to that Embassy building over there?[/ic]
[b]Iowna:[/b][ic]What do you mean? It blew up. That's what we've been talking about for the last 10 minutes...[/ic]
[b]Roxane: [/b][ic]Ohhh... You know, I heard a big boom last night, kind of like a...[/ic]
[b]Iowna: [/b][ic]A bomb! Yes we know, thank you Roxane. Back to you Dick.[/ic]
[desc]Just before the camera has time to switch back to Dick Burns, a brief glimpse of Iowna beating Roxane over the head repeatedly with her microphone is seen.[/desc]
[ic]Thank you Iowna. Hehe, those two seemed to get along so well. It's a tragedy indeed, but here in the studio we have another treat for you. We have here in the studio Dr. Bigg Boom, a self claimed expert in “big booms.”[/ic]
[desc]The camera pans out to show an older man resembling Albert Einstein in a white lab coat.[/desc]
[b]Dick:[/b][ic]So tell us Dr. Boom. What is it about this big boom that has made you devote the last 45 minutes of your life to?[/ic]
[b]Dr. Boom:[/b][ic]Well Dick, I was actually not that far away from the explosion when it happened. My observatory where I observe other big booms is only a couple blocks away. Call it intuition, but I could just tell there was a big boom coming my way. I just happened to walk outside and turn to the left, and there I saw it. The biggest boom I have ever seen. After observing the beauty of this big boom, I slowly began to realize that this was not the average big boom. You see, most big booms round out in a bubbly kind of way when they occur above ground. Judging by the magnitude of the big boom, I estimate that this big boom started at least three feet above ground. Soon I realize I was looking at an ugly big boom in disguise. The edges frayed, and there was unevenness to the boom. Sure it was big, but it was emaciated in a vertical stretch. It seems a large amount of the energy, the fat if you will, went upward and was lost in the abyss.[/ic]
[b]Dick:[/b][ic]So you’re saying this was an ugly big boom?[/ic]
[b]Dr. Boom: [/b][ic]Oh most definitely. And believe me; I’ve seen a lot of big booms before. It was definitely the biggest, but also the ugliest. I can tell a lot of the “fat” of the boom was thrown in all the wrong places because huge holes looked like they were punched through all four walls of building. All that excess “fat” poured out of those holes unevenly causing a vulgar display of chaos. Big booms are supposed to be a pleasurable display of elegance and command respect, a true testament to how man is able to turn this potentially destructive force of energy or “fat” and hone its power. This was a disgrace; the big boom was out of control. The building was left in utter destruction with mangled metal everywhere. The crater a big boom is supposed to form was littered in a haphazard display of debris and the mangled bodies of victims. If this was a better big boom, there would have been a more obvious gradient in destruction, bringing order to all the chaos.[/ic]
[b]Dick:[/b][ic]That’s very insightful, but investigators are still baffled as to what caused the explosion. They haven’t found bomb fragments anywhere. What do you have to say about it?[/ic]
[b]Dr. Boom: [/b][ic]This was not a bomb! A bomb creates a beautiful big boom for the eyes of man to gaze upon. I have yet to figure out what could have caused this monster of a big boom, but all I can say is that it may be a new kind of weapon we have never seen before.[/ic]
[b]Dick:[/b][ic]I see, thank you Dr. Hugh Boom. And that’s all the time we have for today folks. See you again next time, remember to always turn on to channel 69! This is Dick Burns signing off, good night Wing City.[/ic]
[desc]The camera begins to pull away as the studio lights fade. A trumpet blares out a corny overplayed melody before the screen goes black.[/desc]

EMERGENCY BROADCAST: Wing City Attacked!

Sat, 21 Oct 2006 13:45:34 +0000

[color=green]"Is it working? Am I live...?"[/color] [b]the busty and otherwise flustered figure of Donna Dexler spoke. Her hair was no longer the perfect cascade of locks in her usual broadcasts, and instead looked hastily thrown into a ponytail behind her. Her male associate, another member of the Channel 69 News, nodded from behind a sea of cables and boxes.[/b]

[b]They were amid piles of rubble, and scattered remains of what appeared to be the Channel 69 headquarters on the north side of Wing City. They were in a small clearing, electrical equipment surrounding them, as it was scattered loosely around the shattered structure. Dust still hung in the air from the events that had transpired, making it appear like some post-apocalyptic theatrical movie. No, this was more real - this was Donna Dexler from Channel 69, on an emergency broadcast.[/b]

[color=green]"Ladies and gentleman, Donna Dexler of Channel 69 News. If you look behind me, you can see the remains of the Channel 69 News Studio, a result of the vicious assault on Wing City through the course of the night."[/color] [b]She versed, obvious emotions welling up in her eyes and wavering in her voice. This gave her only a slight pause as she composed herself, unwilling to destroy her image even in such times of horror - the news must go on.[/b]

[color=red]"Most of Wing City lies in ruin - nearly half of the city has been destroyed by some cataclysmic explosion, caused by what appeared to be some gargantuan, um, for lack of better terms, demon."[/color] [b]Again, she paused, this time biting her lip in what seemed to be suppressed anger.[/b]

[color=green]"From the reports that we are getting from survivors, it seems that Wing City has become the victim of a ruthlessly organized assault force, which has chosen to remain anonymous as of this moment. Survivors have organized a few places where medical attention can be given, such as Gambit's Bar in Sector Five. Evacuations have also been routed, and it has been said that a large number of Wing City residents have gathered at the eastern shore of The Lake."[/color] [b]The video signal began to flicker for a moment, before re-stabilizing. It seemed as if they were on some sort of patched connection, and weren't getting the quality of signal that Channel 69 was famous for.[/b]

"We're losing the signal, babes..." [b]came the faint cry of the engineer, still behind the octopus of cables.[/b]

[color=green]"We are here to report that Channel 69 is alive and well, for the most part - and we'll be getting the details of this disaster straight to you, as soon as they become available. This is Donna Dexler, from Channel 69 News, signing off with this footage."[/color] [b]Her full chested torso turned to the right to face the engineer, the upper body angle still showing her place her hand upon her hip as she whipped her other arm around in the air, signaling to roll tape.

The broadcast snapped over to a dark and sketchy recording, accented by a bouncy camera and horrible audio. It became apparent with the short clip that there was serious carnage involved. The time stamp at the bottom left hand side of the screen ticked, just like a home video - and seemed to be an accurate representation of the time.[/b]
[quote="Video Broadcast"]Oct 20 23:27:36 * Chain_Beast 's blood red orbs turned their attention to a nearby building, roaring in rage as a powerful right arm crashed into the obstacle's surface, ripping through its being. The building toppled under the immense impact of the blow.
Oct 20 23:28:20 * Chain_Beast turned to yet another building, roaring with a great might as a powerful leg was raised, bringing it crashing down into the streets below. The impact crushed deep into the ground, sending chunks of earth skyward.
Oct 20 23:29:59 * Chain_Beast 's body then lunged forwards into the nearby building, crashing his bulk into its structure as he toppled it quite easily. Another roar was given in challenge to these denizens of the city. He challenged their defenses. Another fist collided into a smaller building, crushing it to pieces.[/quote]
[b]Then promptly, the signal ended with a simple logo - that of Channel 69.[/b]

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 16:08:29 +0000

Once more the broadcast flickers back to viviscience, fading the familiar face of Donna Dexler back into view. A slightly more stable signal this time around, it was no longer plagued by the constant white snow that had annoyed the viewers of the previous broadcast.

[color=green]"Hello again, this is Donna Dexler from Channel 69 News, reporting from inside Wing City. It has almost been three days since the initial strike on Wing City. Just last night, an anonymous figure made a declaration of war against the innocent citizens of Wing City."[/color] Her definitive voice spoke clearly, a very drastic change from her emotional state in the first broadcast.

[color=green]"As a journalist, I am appalled by the approach taken by the figure. In his speech, he alluded to ideals representative of long-lost socialism and communism. Mussolini would have been proud of this man's speech, but as a Wing City resident, I question who will take up the task of standing up for who we are. Threatening to slay those who fail to take action first, this being has placed a task upon all of us. This is Donna Dexler, doing my part to incite action among the Wingers."[/color]

And with that, the signal cut out, leaving the all too familiar static on the channel's frequency.

TRANTOR NEWS NOW: LIVE FROM THE SPACE CRADLE

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:45:12 +0000

[ooc]Note: This post is a quick summary of events in the IC Realm, from the Chat RP, to the multiverse in general. I have only posted what would be known by public figures, or freedom of information act style inquires. If I missed any important events, PM me and I will add them.[/ooc]

"Hello citizens of the Galaxy, this is A. R.", a suited man begun, "And I'm Macy," a young, green haired female went on, "And we are the hosts of Trantor News Now, the local and Intra-Galactic News." A. R. started, his tone switching to one of seriousness. "Conterversy between the Trantor Post and the Party of the Trade, as the inflamatory paper posted letters supporting an anti-communist movement. When pressed, the Chief Editor, Richard McCarthy, had this to say:

"We are light left wing, and these communists wish to oppress the galaxy! We must stand up here!"

"What an odd old man," remarked Macy, as she went to the next feature.

"In peace news, the Trantor diplomatic fleet, with the infamous Magi-Tech powered vessel the Asura, has arrived to atttempt to defuse the galaxy's tensions, but if the rumors of the Eudioman war declaration are correct, the galaxy might be reaching a state of war."

"I'd like to comment on that, Macy, if I could," A. R. Begun, his dark grey eyes looking at the camera for a moment,

"With the last wars from the unknown Treize Faction still remembered, I beg all sides to find the peace in their hearts. With the power of weapons in our modern age, even small conflicts could kill off massive parts of the humanoid pouplation."

"Wow, how deep, A. R," Macy said, wiping a tear from her eye. "In related space news, mysterious forces found from another Galaxy, at least, is what some researchers claim, "They have a Star-Gate, equal to the Supergates of yore. The value of this alone would allow space travel to change completely," we managed to quote the head of the SG division of KemaTech."

"Thanks, Macy, and now for the local News. On Terra, recent terrorism aimed at famed fighter "Zhelir", and infamous figure "Donny," brought a sector of Wing City nearly to its knees. Ryand-Smith himself took up the fight, helping the two to blast the terrorists back into the stone age. With that in mind, Trantor has ordered new security measures, and is requesting Armax send some of its own forces, to help keep the innocent safe from those who would use violence to destroy the peace." A. R. nodded. as he went with his response to the piece.

"With the infamous figure Donny now wanted by terror, I feel that is it the duity of upstanding citizens to defend this man, who has saved the planet Terra more times than one can count, only someone with dirty tricks on the mind would want to kill this man. This is just an opinion of mine, as before I took this job, I fought on Terra, that man saving me from doom..."

"Wow A. R. I had no idea you were a vet!" The woman had a smile on her face, her cat background showing as she simply swatted at her partner. "Yeah, milita man, but for our final article, we have a report on a mysterious "Mobile Suit" attack on a world in the mid neutral zone. According to a camera probe that was recovered, it is some sort of "Kampher". Zeon terrorists were believed to be the common cause of the attack. That is all for now, but please stay tuned, for the next edition of TRANTOR NEWS NOW, where your news, is given to you by the team of"

"Nya... Macy," "And A. R. Thank you and have a good day."

CNN Weekly Broadcasts

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:40:03 +0000

[center][i]Arati ma shu fai, arati ma shu fai, ma'ai a shu fai, icaa'my dijinni, effecta aruoo quoi.[/i][/center]

After the traditional intro chorus blared on the Holovision, the two traditional anchors appeared on screen, one male, one female. Both clad in buisness attire. The Female then spoke up,

[i]Glorius children of Buddallah, we here at Caliphate news network have just now reveiced word of a terrible injustice. One of our peaceful Survey Missions into our unclaimed space was decimated by an unprovoked attack from Trantorian Infedels, also a nation only adressing itself as the Caldari State has claimed our space in their name, with out good reason. Children of Budd-Islam, in the name of Budd-Allah, our great Imams, under permission of our Mighty Sultan, have determined that even though, through the word of the Prophet, blessed be his name, have we been taught to embrace peace and mercy, but the crimes committed by these infidels cannot be forgiven, and warrant [b][u]no mercy[/u][/b], so, we march to holy war, Jihad, against the Infedels, and all who assist gain entry to the kingdom of heaven and paradise! We can no longer stand idly by and allow further desecration to all that is sacred, now is the time to wage Jihad on the infedels in such a way that they will [b][u]never[/u][/b] blaspheme in such a manner ever again![/i]

As she finished, all the citizens in the world turned skyward, towards where the planet of Harmonthep lay in space, and began to pray and chant with incredible piety,

[center][i]Salamai gro tehlahs, hasqo opejahn maaahhhaaa!
Salamai gro tehlahs, hasqo opejahn maaahhhaaa!
Salamai repeyei, alsei panyahahhah!
Salamai gein bereh, panyahahhah!
Salamai repeyei, alsei panyahahhah!
Salamai rahbarde, balohosei daaahhenhenh.
[b]Hosejon jahn ho'se, hosejon jahnamojo'se haaannah,
Hosejon nam hose, janham hose jahhaahh![/b]
Amienseh key srehes, fallavah, kopetas srahhhahah!
Salamai repeyei, alsei panyahahhah!
Homeiseh marhetas, hasqo balohosei, panyahahhah!
Salamai gro tehlahs, hasqo opejahn maaahhhaaa!
Salamai repeyei, alsei panyahahhah!
Salamai rahbarde, balohosei daaahhenhenh.
[b]Hosejon jahn ho'se, hosejon jahnamojo'se haaannah,
Hosejon nam hose, janham hose jahhaahh![/b][/i][/center]

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[center][b][size=125]Jihad, the holy war, to liberate the Budd-Islamic people, has come to the galaxy.[/size][/b][/center]

Tripolitania News

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:09:36 +0000

This is the Innaugural Broadcast of Tripolitania News Network, International Edition.

In galactic affairs, the Trantorian Empire and the Selekus Commonwealth are now at war. Trantor's secret fleet buildups on our humble nation's doorstep are quite simply, a military buildup meant to strip yet another people of their freedoms and impose their regime of unfettered economic corruption and vice. Trantor means to strip the nations of their economic freedoms on one hand with massive trade barges to suborn our economies to theirs, and then sweep in on the other with their behemoth military forces. For a nation of peaceful traders, they are no strangers to demonstrating their supposed military prowess and predilection for violence at even peaceful Eudemonian congresses.

This is not the first time in history traders who "come in peace" showed their true colors. Earth history is replete with examples of explorers and traders, who were shown to be conquerors, interested only in the wealth of nations and the slavery of peoples! Cortes conquered the Aztec Empire of millions with a few hundred soldiers. Trantor intends the same with his robotic legions and war behemoths. Selekus wants no part in submission to this nation of suits and bureaucrats! Selekus will fight to preserve freedom! For itself and it's neighbors...to pursue destiny alongside your peoples, not ahead, with yokes on your necks towards what we view "best for you"!

Tripolitania was most regrettably forced to repel the first Trantorian strike forces hiding near our borders, and with superior tactics against stupendously heavier forces the Trantorans were sent packing. A nation of their capability, while intimidating, is not unconquerable. Together we can preserve what we have and build towards a future free from hegemony and submission! We can fight, win, and live together as equal partners in what we reap from our sowings, or we will fall, die, and fade into the oblivion of slavery.

Join Tripolitania, Arden and Eudemonia! Side with Selekus! Fight for your Future!

News broadcast from United Ardren News.

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 03:34:10 +0000

[i]Across the Ardren Empire video screens clicked on to see one of the most widely respected news establishments give what could be thought of to be the most important report in quite some time. There have been mutterings and isolated information leaking in from all sectors of the nation. Conjecture about an attempted invasion of Eudemonian and Tripolitanian space. Reports of a fleet from a nearby power being destroyed without provocation. Likewise, most surprisingly there is speculation that from some of these actions, an obviously hostile empire may Whisperings of war crossed all these reports.[/i]

[i]At the designated hour, the usual opening introduction to the show appears, showing video clips and images from a series of events in the nation's history, ranging from the expulsion of the Selekusion aggressors, to the Ardren Civil War, all the way to peace keeping acts of the Aiden Knights. Once they come to a close though, the image settles upon a single female anchor sitting before a long, smooth and almost featureless black desc. Her own features, with long black hair, and a diminutive frame mark her as being a "Franconian", one of the ethnic groups of the Ardren.[/i]

"Good afternoon, brothers and sisters from all corners of the Empire."

[i]The standard greeting came almost like clockwork. Mechanical, and without feeling. Already people across the nations could tell something was wrong. Usually, this pretty woman would offer a chipper, heart warming smile. Obviously there was something different this time..[/i]

"We here at United Ardren News have just been informed that the Speaker, Matthew Emmanuel Karx is giving a sudden statement about the state of the Empire in regards to the recent aggressions of Trantorian allied forces, who it has recently been confirmed attacked a Red Technocracy diplomatic envoy alongside the recent border skirmishes with our allies, Eudemonia and Tripolitania."

[i]The video transmission then immediately switches over to a sight of a podium in the heart of the government building in Aachen. There, the Speaker Karx stands with his hands braced against the wooden platform before him. Even with his auburn hair framing face, one can still easily see his brow furrowed, and eyes closed. It's apparent that he's gathering himself up for what he is going to say next. It does not take long, before he raises his head up, and speaks with his usual careful, steady tone.[/i]

"Oh, race of Enlightened, race from across the mountains, race beloved and chosen by God, - as is clear from many of your works,- set apart from all other nations by the situation of your country as well as by your faith in Reason and the honor which you render to the holy Idea: to you our discourse is addressed, and for you our exhortations are intended. We wish you to know what a grievous cause has led us to your country, for it is the imminent peril threatening you and all the faithful which has brought us hither.

From the confines of Terra and from the city of Constantinople a grievous report has gone forth and has -repeatedly been brought to our ears; namely, that a race from the kingdom of the Heathen known as "Trantor". These Trantor are an accursed race, a race wholly alienated from God, `a generation that set not their heart aright and whose spirit was not steadfast with God,' violently invaded the lands of those Enlightened and has depopulated them by pillage and fire. They have led away an art of the captives into their own country, and a part have they have killed by cruel tortures. They have either destroyed the churches of God or appropriated them for the rites of their own religion. They destroy the altars, after having defiled them with their uncleanness....The kingdom of Man is now dismembered by them and has been deprived of territory so vast in extent that it could be traversed in two months' time.

"On whom, therefore, is the labor of avenging these wrongs and of recovering this territory incumbent, if not upon you, you upon whom, above all other nations, God has conferred remarkable glory in arms, great courage, bodily activity, and strength to humble the heads of those who resist you ? Let the deeds of your ancestors encourage you and incite your minds to manly achievements:-the greatness of Speaker Seine, and of the Great Philosophers, and of your other monarchs, who have destroyed the kingdoms of the Heathen and have extended the sway of the Enlightened over lands previously possessed by the Heathen. Let the holy sepulcher of our Lord and Saviour, which is possessed by unclean nations, especially arouse you, and the holy places which are now treated, with ignominy and irreverently polluted with the filth of the unclean. Oh, most valiant soldiers and descendants of invincible ancestors, do not degenerate; our progenitors., but recall the valor of your progenitors. We stand this day saying that no barbarian shall obstruct a person's path to Virtue, and so we march to war. Not

"But if you are hindered by love of children, parents, or of wife, remember the wisdom of the Aiden, `Those who value comfort above Virtue are heathens ', 'Every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.' Let none of your possessions retain you, nor solicitude for you, family affairs. For this land which you inhabit, shut in on all sides by the seas and stars and surrounded by the mountain peaks, is sufficient for your progenity; it abound in wealth; and it furnishes plentiful food enough for its cultivators many times over. Hence it is that you do not murder and devour one another, but be it as it may, that you must still wage war, and that very many among you perish in intestine strife. We, the strong, must bring our strength to those who lack it. Is that not what the Aiden have done for us? Is it not what we then have a responsibility to do for others? Is this not a obligation upon our Knightly spirit? We stand this day saying that no barbarian shall obstruct a person's path to Virtue, and so we march to war. Not for our own gain, but for those who cannot fight for themselves, who cannot be heard."

"Let hatred therefore depart from among you, let your quarrels end, let wars cease, and let all dissensions and controversies slumber. Enter upon the road to the Holy Sepulcher-, wrest that land from the wicked race, and subject it to yourselves. That land which, as the Scripture says, floweth with milk and honey' was given by God into the power of the children of the Enlightened. Terra is the center of Man's Heart ; the land is fruitful above all others, like another paradise of delights. This spot the Redeemer of mankind has made illustrious by his advent, has beautified by his sojourn, has consecrated by his passion, has redeemed by his death, has glorified by his burial.

"This royal planet, however, situated at the center of our hearts, is now held captive by the enemies of Virtue and Reason and is subjected, by those who do not know God, to the worship of the heathen. She seeks, therefore, and desires to be liberated and ceases not to implore you to come to her aid. From you especially she asks succor, because as we have already said, God has conferred upon you above all other nations great glory in arms. Accordingly, undertake this journey eagerly for the remission of your sins, with the assurance of the reward of imperishable glory in the kingdom of Virtue.."

"Most beloved brethren, today is manifest in you what the Lord says in the Gospel, `Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them'; for unless God had been present in your spirits, all of you would not have uttered the same cry; since, although the cry issued from numerous mouths, yet the origin of the cry as one. Therefore I say to you that God, who implanted is in your breasts, has drawn it forth from you. Let that then be your war cry in combats, because it is given to you by God. When an armed attack is made upon the enemy, this one cry be raised by all the soldiers of God: 'It is the will of God! It is the will of God!'

[i]When the speech closes down, it cuts back to the same Franconian female who, unsurprisingly, seems a little disturbed.[/i]

"So...there you have it. A state of war has been declared upon Trantor and any who would ally themselves with her. We here at UAN pray for a swift end to this conflict, and for the safety of our soldiers. We now turn to our Foreign Relations consultant Wilhelm Schwarze, who will inform us about the state of politics which brought us to this end."

[i]Many then simply turn off their video screens, and contemplate the circumstances. Ardren? At war? They were no strangers to wars, bringing Strength to nearby Ardren peoples, but a war with an entirely different enemy? It was almost inconceivable.[/i]

Breakings News! Eudemonian Council News Network

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 04:44:35 +0000

[i]Across the entirety of the nation of Eudemonia, broadcasts among a multitude a multitude of mediums were suddenly interrupted as the nation’s largest sequence of international news started their breaking news segment. “COUNCIL NEWS” flashed across the screen with a well-made graphic of Tripolitanian ships moving victoriously over the remains of the Trantorian scouting party for their inevitable invasion, followed by Tripolitanian, Eudemonian, and Ardren flags superimposed in the background while a formation of Pezhetairoi march towards the camera. Footage of the Red Technocracy was also briefly shown without any context, as to suggest to the viewer that they were one of the “good guys”.

After the graphic, a well-dressed man with extensive cybernetic communications equipment was shown, not an unusual sight for any Eudemonian. With a grim face he started the report, a smaller picture of Trantor ships in a menacing position in the upper right hand corner of the screen[/i]

Breaking news from beyond the sea, Trantor, a nation that had previously attempted to maintain peaceful relations with Eudemonia was found to be amassing a fleet to force their way into Eudemonian territory shortly after contact with Eudemonian and Tripolitanian fleet elements. A diligent Tripolitanian fleet managed to destroy most of the fleet, however, before they could send for the rest of the Trantorian forces and commence a war of aggression against the Selekusion Commonwealth.

Council member Gorgidas, head of military sequences, has released the following commentary on the unfortunate state of affairs…

[i]Footage cuts to Councilman Gorgidas, dressed in some sort of ceremonial hardsuit and obviously in the middle of some kind of press conference. Standing in a confident manner and unblinking despite the array of flashing lights as journalists from all corners of Selekus took picture after picture for their news agencies.[/i]

…After the Trantorian fleet gated in to establish a diplomatic connection with the Eudemonian fleet elements they had communicated that one of their vessels was in distress in a classified area of space near Selekusion territory. The Eudemonian fleet continued to establish contact with the Trantorian diplomatic envoy while Tripolitanian forces commenced standard boarding procedures. Tripolitania, in addition to commencing boarding ops, also sent a fleet to investigate and aid the stranded vessel of Trantorian origin at the behest of EUDECOM, where they encountered what appeared to be a scouting element amassing for a larger attack. The sequence of defense as well as the larger council believes that the original diplomatic stance adopted by the Trantorians was in, fact, a ruse and they purposely told us the location of their stranded ship in order to lower suspicions and take out a substantial portion of our fleet in a surprise attack. Thankfully, the Tripolitanian fleet arrived before the Trantorian fleet had arrived in it’s entirety and the scouting element was quickly dispatched.

The Council has issued a message to Trantorian forces, and issued a formal declaration of war, as has the NTS…

[i]The footage then cut back to the anchorman, who was about to carry on with the rest of his report as well as some commentary when he suddenly paused, more information apparently being fed to him via the datalinks. After several moments of looking off into space, he returned his view back towards the camera, his face cracking into a look somewhere between shock and disgust[/i]

This just in… we have scattered reports of Trantor eradicating fleets from the Red Technocracy and an as of yet unidentified nation while on route to a peaceful diplomatic mission greeting another unidentified nation. This is truly shocking, ladies and gentlemen, and I am at a loss of words at the moment…

Trantor Non-Aggression Pact Signed.

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 07:23:31 +0000

[b]Breaking News: Trantor Non-Aggression Pact Signed[/b]

[i]The scene was of an Official Newsroom, wherein stood a man wearing full military dress, with high boots and the trademark Hammer-and-Sickle cap emblem of the Red Technocracy, The man stood astutely in front of a wall bearing the Emblem of the Nation as a whole, and was holding a cue sheet and papers. He began to talk, periodically looking down at this papers as he did so.[/i]

As of 05.00.00 0190 SYS, a Non-Aggression Pact with signed with the the Trantorians, a sign of renewed attempts at relations with our formerly hostile neighbors to the south. This was met with mixed results from the populace, as some see Trantor as a menace still, considering the earlier rhetoric issued by this same station.

Citing the desire not to engage in war with our neighbors, and the possibility of an indirect involvement due to our relations with the Eudemonians, the Premier said that, "We must consider that war with Trantor is not the best alternative, opposed to what some of our more Conservative member of Government would have you think."

In light of current events, the Technocracy will try to remain neutral, so as avoid needless conflict with either Trantor, or the Commonwealth. The pact insures the neutrality of the Technocracy in disregard to the current allied positions on other nations, and allows for continued military buildup, should that neutrality be challenged.

There have been reported rumors in the wake of this treaty, that Trantor will be joining the Red Technocracy against the commonwealth, but we can assure you they are very unlikely.

This is General Peter Fydorov, of the 542th Regimental Defense Force, reporting.

Caldari News Cast via Hub

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:15:57 +0000

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A man dressed in a military high officers garb sat next to a woman in slightly less rank camouflage drab, the signal was being broadcast across the Hub and to the subsequent nations.

"Good evening, I am Gao Shimura."

"And I am Mininela Erinen."

"Tonight on our Caldari News Cast we will bring up several new events involving the Caldari State."

"Indeed, Gao, Caldari expansion effort has begun to reap the benefits, a few days ago, we conquered the system now known as Neo-Juunigaishi to the south of New Jita, this system is full of precious ore necessary for Caldari development."

"The system was originally inhabited by pirates but thanks to the efforts of a small Caldari strike force and the Trantor the system was purged and claimed in the name of the Caldari."

"In other news, the Caldari State is sending its diplomat Alakoni Ishanoya to meet with the leader of the Trantor to discuss the possibility of an alliance."

"Rumour is bounding around that the Commonwealth is also preparing to assault the Trantor, another reason why the Caldari has chosen to invoke this alliance."

"This is all for news on the Caldari frontlines, this is Mininela signing off."

"And I am Gao Shimura, good night."

All screens fade to static and then return to their usual programmings, the message clearly delivered.

Re: TRANTOR NEWS NOW: LIVE FROM THE SPACE CRADLE

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:47:58 +0000

Breaking News live from Southern Sea.

[ic]The sounds of the Trantor News Network rise above the low noise, the intro flying onto the screens of the local televisions[/ic]

Bar Robbed!

Our first story, just in from our local Terra news Affiliate, WTRN-23, the reporter begun, is a shocking one. Pouplar intergalctic bar franchise "Gambits Bar," was robbed by mysterious figures. The local barhop, beloved Deez, of the bartender clan, was found injured and hurt. Local medics rushed him to the hospital, where he lies in critical condition. This is all the information we have for now.

Sighting of Alucroas!

The mysterious, alien being known as "Alucroas" to some was sighted in mortal deadlocked combat with the infamous Zhelir. Footage was given to us thanks to an anonymous person's cell phone, donated to the Internet address of WNGLD R34 @ GMAIL .com , so give in your sightings, information, logs, records, to our news net! With that being said, on to the next article

Slavers Busted!

In a combined operation by the Trantor Police Forces, local operatives from Terra, and Red Technocracy troopers, a slaver camp, focusing in on..." wha... this is a.. I'm sorry about this audience, but furries, if the word is to be believed, and other humanoids, was broken up by a combined team effort. Documents, records, and testimony was collected for the trials, which are believed by some to be a combined efforts. Rumors of a Galactic Police Database have been heard on this issue, to help co-ordinate intergalactic police efforts against slavers and pirates.

Re: TRANTOR NEWS NOW: LIVE FROM THE SPACE CRADLE

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:06:15 +0000

Odd news now, now on TNN. With the border wars flaring up between the state of Armarx, and mecha armed terrorists, it seems that an elite squad has managed to break the stalmate. Their machines, described by an anonymous military sort as "Proper, non East Asian style units", have broken through the great sands of the Armarx border world. However, rumor suggests that terrorists have possibly gotten off world

In related news, Ryand-Smith is still missing, as two weeks have passed by without any sign of him . Rumors of his capture have been met with firm no comment statements from Trantor PD and Trantor High Investigation squads. Mecha were deployed, and warrant labels were placed, to find the ma.

Remember the fu... Ahh I'm sorry again Audience, the furry slaver ring. Well, apparently the Red Techchnocray was over-zealous in their pursuit, attacking a civilian starship. As seen live on TNN's Mobile News Unit 01. In fact, we are seeking interviews with the ship captain and the poor victim himself, to give their side of the story. Later for now, TNN Out.

Executions for Treason and Failure to Comply with ...

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:04:06 +0000

[b]Breaking News: 71th Spetsnaz Unit, 15th Squad Executed for Treason and Failure to Comply with Regulations with the Boundaries of a Foreign Power.[/b]

This is General Peter Fydorov, of the 542th Regimental Defense Force reporting in, and with me today, is Political Commissar Ivan Vladislav.

[i]The scene was the same as always, a drab room with a member of Military General Staff and emblems plastered on the walls. Peter was still holding a stack of papers as he was last time, but was periodically looking nervously over his shoulder at the Commissar.

The Commissar, Ivan, was dressed in the normal uniform of his rank, a brown greatcoat and a Ushanka carrying the emblem of the Technocracy. His face was a stoic scene, weathered and looking absolutely cold. He was wearing a neural linked Eyepiece/Transponder, and a bulky, holstered Railgun pistol was strapped to his hip.

Peter turned back to his papers, and began the newscast for the evening. He gulped slightly, and then steeled himself.

Oh why did he have to stand next to the Commissar? That damn man was evil down to his core, a ruthless enforcer of loyalty in the Red Technocracy; He even trumped the Premier in terms of zeal, and was hated at all levels of government for his insistence on loyalty to the Party.[/i]

Earlier this week, on the Planet of New Terra, a Spetsnaz unit acting outside the authority of the Red Technocracy, and who [b]was[/b] supposed to be stationed in the Hub Region, was executed for the usage and detonation of an Anti-Matter Weapon in a civilian area. There were also reports of the Caldari state opening fire on the Spetsnaz, but that had yet to be verified.

There two Spetsnaz units in New Terra at the time, and one was operating under orders, but with faulty data, leading to the raid of a civilian ship. The Red Technocracy would like to give a full apology for this and the actions of the 16th Spetsnaz Squad.

[i]The Scene cuts to the execution of the 15th Spetsnaz by firing squad.[/i]

Re: Caldari News Cast via Hub

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:27:45 +0000

All screens in the hub fade to static and then form anew picture, the same man from the last news feed, Gao Shimura.

"Good evening Hub, I am Gao Shimura, breaking news from New Terra" the video breaks to show footage of a battle between Caldari Marines and Red Technocracy Spetznaz on the surface of New Terra, "Yesterday, a rogue Spetznaz squad was traced by Caldari Covert Ops to the planet of New Terra, the ship was of unknown ID but rogue transmissions classed them as Red Technocracy."

The video shows an anti-matter missile being launched at the Caldari ship and being diverted by Donny.

"The Spetznaz ad tracked down the recent Trantor criminals, Zhelir, Donny and Renee and set up and ambush for them, thanks to the efforts of the Caldari and Armarx the group made it out alive" the video breaks to show Gao again, "The Spetznaz had apparently attempted to set off an anti-matter missile to destroy a Caldari ship, after the battle they attempted again to set off an anti-matter explosion using 3 kilotons of anti-matter, thanks to the intervention of an unknown force the matter was resolved and the planet saved."

"This has been Gao Shimura, good night."

Re: Tripolitania News

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:30:39 +0000

Broadcast Two begins:

Terra falls into chaos as reports of mob attacks and looting spread from those fleeing the area. The situation appears to be getting worse before it gets better, and more likely than not any and every group with guns may try to carve something out for itself.

The Armanx government is now moving to blockade Terra and the associated star system. This blatant powergrab in what is essential a neutral star system is a threat to the trans-national citizens who reside there. The chaos and violence pose a threat to the Commonwealth's intentions of establishing trade deeper into the Known Worlds as we cannot guarantee the safety or timely passage of our ships and goods.

The blockade has deleterious implications for trade with the system: self insufficiencies cannot be met under such heinous blockade conditions, and if the blockade keeps up for long it will simply make the siege mentality and everyman-for-themselves situation far worse. Armanx has taken the wrong moves to ensure stability of the system, and instead of requesting outside help to put an end to the madness they are simply keeping honest people from fleeing the havoc they seem merely half-interested in.

But perhaps Armanx has ulterior motives. Such a quick blockade movement implies organization beyond prudence, and perhaps entering the realm of ulterior motive. The station will not give space to the idle speculation that Armanx might even be instigating these riots, but they seem un-interested in putting everything under control. Perhaps the idea is that they are boosting themselves to local pre-eminence, in a venture to seize control of the area.

Such uncivilized backstabbery is not part of Known Space. The Hub remains one of the few neutral wellsprings of freedom and commerce. While not demilitarized, the Hub exists at the confluence of many of the major powers, making it a cosmopolitan, living, breathing city that is a whiff of fresh air to those fleeing the stale dessicated hives of the inner worlds.

Re: TRANTOR NEWS NOW: LIVE FROM THE SPACE CRADLE

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:23:00 +0000

Terra Near Collapse!

With Riots in the streets, crashing starships, and the large scale economic collapse caused by Trantor's sudden evacuation from Terra, the Terran goverment is in a state of chaos. Rioters have been spotted by news forces from all over the Galaxy, and reports of Anarchy are being sent in to the WngLdr34 Gmail tramsission station. It seems a bad time to be a Terran...

Trantor Hub Police Treaty Signed!

With the new Trantor base on Hub now fully completed, Trantor and Hub have established a common police framework, to help assist in the possible crime wave that could affect a free world. Trantor Minister A R Huxley had this to say. "With this treaty, we are now a part of the Hub Movement, as with Terra having chaos in the streets, it seems a harsh planet to conduct business.

Re: TRANTOR NEWS NOW: LIVE FROM THE SPACE CRADLE

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:34:42 +0000

News 7 Barbarians. A Reporter from News 7 attempts to hit a GNN Machine. 'I'm not machinist" my butt! Good Evening cycle, my machines, I am 101-101, and I am Truth! It is time for the Machine Report!

Our top story. Sarah Smith, free? News reports have seen her, and tonight we have an exclusive interview with her on the entire Machine Report.

FACT: New Human video game "Mass Effect IX" banned on the Cult of The Machine Worlds. Anti-Machine Propaganda?

Query? HK-47 a Tolkien Robot? Old DVDs of the HK-47 class robot removed from the RX-VDH system, due to complaints of Tolkien killbot like action? What would Bender do.

Remember Machines, I am 101-101, and this is News!

Trantor News Now, LIVE on TGNN

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 01:09:50 +0000

Trantor News Now, LIVE on TGNN

Ryand Returns to Open Space

As the former Admiral and infamous commander of Trantor's Independent Mobile Fleets returns to open space, heading to the newest center of galactic trade. With his New Macross cruiser and several escort cruisers, he hopes to re-establish a connection from Trantor to open space.

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Mobile Armor Class "Infinite Freedom" Produced

The New Mobile Armor "Infinite Freedom" was recently produced, at the cost of only One Hundred Million T General Units, and cost is estimated to fall as the Infinite Freedom program, based on the frame of the Freedom Machine Robot project, is produced.

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Caliphate Returns, Crowned New Sultan!

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 15:05:36 +0000

Once again, many OMNINET signals were hijacked and interrupted, with that sound that many through the Multiverse feared...

[center][i]Arati ma shu fai, arati ma shu fai, ma'ai a shu fai, icaa'my dijinni, effecta aruoo quoi.[/i][/center]

On the screen, one could again see the two anchormen, both no longer in business attire, but dress military uniforms, both with breasts adorned with medals and decorations to numerous for even the new Sultan of the Buddislamic Caliphate to care, but, what surprised many, was the fact that one of the anchormen was a woman, a military woman, who carried upon her shoulder boards the rank of Admiral, her brown eyes reflecting a distinctive gleam of pride, and the man beside her wore the rank of Governer-Militant of Ehuhina. If one observed closely enough, they would notice that these two were not the same two who had been the previous news anchors, but instead, replacements. The female then spoke up,

"[i]People of the Multiverse and the Caliphate, the Caliphate News Network has not broadcasted in months, for that, we apologize, but we have news, we expect, will help explain that. We must apologize for the disappearance of your previous news personalities, they had to be-[/i]"

And with that, she hesitated for a moment, and then continued.

"[i]disposed of.[/i]"

Then, she looked over to the man, who she nodded to to continue, and he then said,

"[i]The Caliphate, after a period of severe Isolation, we are proud to announce, that, the Sen-Shi'tte forces have achieved Victory in the struggle for inheritance. The tragic death of Sultan Miswar the great was executed by several unnamed Zen-Sunni factions, led by his traitorous brother, Oruju Ottoman. However, to meet these forces, Sultan's son, Burali, crushed the opposition after a long and bloody war, and now, Burali the Conqueror has been crowned Sultan, we hope to take up the sword again, and continue on our Jihad, and with Burali the Conqueror leading us, we cannot fail.[/i]"

The man was smiling greatly, since his position was achieved through the crowning of the new Sultan. What many did not know, was, Burali had killed many of his brothers so that he may have claim to the throne, and the one thing Miswar did not want, was Burali at the throne, for, despite Miswar's own Expansionist ideals, Burali wanted to unite all under the Caliphate's Banner, and bring order and justice to the multiverse, and kill all those who oppose. Burali was both what the Caliphate needed most, and what it didn't need at all.

With the return of the Caliphate from it's self-imposed Isolation, Holy War will come again to the Multiverse.

Re: The United Coaltion of Organized Nations begins 2nd Offensiv

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 01:47:11 +0000

[i] ... This is Prime Minister Ludvik Regievko. A powerful new era has arrived in our time. As many of us are aware of, contact has been established with extra-terrestrial life that is both large and small. I have seen first hand how these other beings live, and how they survive in the expansive cosmos. Your Military has kept the population of our planet safe from a number of enemies, I'm not at liberty to reveal the names of those who have threatened us, because they have been defeated. As we speak, the UCON Confederated Armed Forces have prepared an operation of epic proportions; across our expansive galaxy, the Scatteran call has been sounded; our age of empire has arrived. With our machines we will fight, and with our hearts we will win this fight.

Our sons, our fathers, our husbands, and our brothers are equipped and ready to defend our territories and protect us as we journey into the Scatteran Age. Tomorrow, December 4th, 2492, Operation Enduring Achievement begins. With it, will begin our count down to victory.[/i]

The transmission lulled through space slowly, often received by random ships that floated in the endless expanse of space and the cosmos. It would mean little though, no one had heard anything from the UCON since it had consolidated it's force within the Beta Hydri system and then locked it's borders tight. No commerce, no trade, and no word out. For five years time had passed like that. Other than sporadic expeditions by groups of thirty or forty CAF Marines, nothing ever came in or out of UCON controlled space. The Galaxy moved along, it trudged in it's walk hardly recognizing what actions a small band of humans decided to do with the small bit of territory they owned.

[b]Operation Beta Hydri;[/b]

A massive retro-fitting attempt, in the course of just two years, the UCON Military Population jumped exponentially, required Military Service boosted the stamina of the Armed Forces; which was then reorganized into the Confederated Armed Forces, a branch of the UCON Security Force directly. The Cosmic Corps was disbanded, and a vast majority of resources in the Beta Hydri system were seized by the government directly. In two years, the UCON Military had asserted itself as a major industrial power.

[b]Operation Enduring Achievement;[/b]

After five years of no communications to any of the outside galaxy, UCON suddenly jumps back into the radar. The Solar Months of March and June begin with a massive Naval Offensive out of UCON Territory, pushing into the remaining space left over from several nearby nations. Over the course of two months, the UCON achieves total victory in it's endeavors to conquer it's smaller counterparts, two solar systems comprised mainly of detached Scatteran pirates fell to the UCON invasion as the borders were pushed forward. The small pocket of the galaxy that UCON occupied had erupted into war, reports of the conflicts among UCON and it's Rebel counterparts flooded across the galaxy.

With victory had come resources, knowledge, and experience. The CAF had easily dominated the battlefield through Strategic Tactical Superiority, casualties were numbering in the hundreds. Now came the hard part; after UCON had successfully solidified it's control in it's newly conquered territories, the CAF geared up for it's newest offensive. It took two months for several groups of CAF Marines to establish "beach heads" on satellite asteroids outside strategic star systems UCON had set in it's sights. The year is 2497, the following press-conference held by Prime Minister Ludvik Regievko was issued across the galaxy by UCON Satellites roughly eight months ago, the Confederated Armed Forces is now preparing for an entirely new offensive into once uncharted and unknown space. Across the UCON Empire, parades begin on the day of the new Offensive, families sit glued to television sets as images of aircraft and soldiers bearing the emblem of Scatter as the new Scatteran Age begins.

Gunbattle erupts in the streets.

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:08:23 +0000

[b]The intro for the WCNN (Wing City News Network) plays, a relatively young anchorman is then shown. He is wearing a grey suit, has short black hair, and speaks in a very serious tone.[/b]

"This is Erick Kelly bringing you the cities most recent news. Wing city has never been a stranger to violence, but the recent emergence of the criminal organization only known as the Syndicate in the city and it's connection with a rise in violent crimes has shocked the city. Down at the sight of a gun battle between the Syndicate and an unknown male suspect in the cities' southside earlier today is reporter Lisa Valderamma"

[b]The camera then begins to show a woman of hispanic descent, she is wearing a suit top and medium length skirt. She has shoulder length brown hair and speaks with serious, but alluring voice. The scene behind her is sealed off by the local law enforcement and cars filled with bullet holes, ambulances, police cuffing men and women in red and black clothing can be seen.[/b]

"Thank you Erick" She says, maintaining her seriousness. "I'm here at the scene of the vicious gunfight that has left at least 14 dead, 20 wounded, and 15 in police custody. Witnesses say the shooting started when a man dressed in all black and an all black trenchcoat was approached by members of the Syndicate. Witnesses say the exchanged words and the man in black assaulted one of the men, resulting in the others pulling their weapons and the resulting firefight"

"Any idea as to who this mystery man may be yet?" Erick can be heard asking, the screen spliting to show him and Lisa at the same time.

"Yes, we just recieved the name of the man a few seconds ago, he is one John Izumi. A new resident to the city and someone that is said to have had run-ins with the Syndicate in other cities. We were not given anymore information on him and the local law enforcement agencies have begun to look for him"

[b]The screen shifts to show just Erick again[/b]

"More on this story and others as they develop, in other news..."

Giant Monster Attack!

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 22:16:55 +0000

Giant Monster Attacks!
All along Terra, Giant Monsters have been attac.. OH GOD ITS EATING THE TRUCK, EDDIE RUN!

Here with you live, it seems as if the balance of nature has been thrown off, as monsters from the Sea, Sky, and Earth are attacking Wing City, and other cities all over Terra! OH GOD ITS AFTER ME WHY

There was static now, as the broadcast ended with a cartoon drawing of a monster eating a truck. How would this end now?

Attempt On Political Figure's Life!

Sat, 11 Jul 2009 15:37:59 +0000

[b]The intro for the WCNN (Wing City News Network) plays, Erick Kelly is wearing a black suit this time as he speaks to the camera.[/b]

"Terror has again struck the city, this time there was an attempt on the life of Arabic general and acting president Kroger Haggai. The would be assassin was mercenary John Izumi. Who just happens to be the estranged son of general Haggai, Izumi attacked the general's convoy earlier today. Wounding many of his guards and killing at least 7. General Haggai himself faced down his own son in battle"

[b]The network begins to show footage of the battle. Izumi charged Kroger with both of his katanas, resulting in Kroger pulling a sword of his own and blocking each attack that came his way. Izumi was able to kick Kroger in his chest and send him flying back a bit, he then charged Kroger and jumped in the air. Intending to come down on Kroger with both swords. His attempt was stopped as Kroger lifted his left hand and sent a purple ball of energy at Izumi. Sending him flying back and crashing through the window of a nearby building.[/b]

"Izumi was not found at the scene, witnesses say he fled the scene soon after just moments before the local law enforcement showed up. General Haggai who is currently running Saudi Arabia at the behest of the former president, and has been responsible for the occupation of many areas in Japan, China, and Russia by the Saudi military, had this to say"

[b]The screen shifted to show Haggai after the battle. He had long black hair, tan skin, and dark purple eyes.[/b]

"I am very hurt that my own son would try something like this, I don't believe he would do something like this on his own. I ask that he is brought to justice so that we may get to the bottom of this, unharmed"

"More on this story and others as they develop, in other news..."

"Calling All Nations!"

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:23:02 +0000

[font=GaramondPremrPro][size=135][center]Within the courts of the Xindhi, the capitals of the Red Technocracy, UCON, and Trantor, and many other nameless nations appeared a peculiar message pinned to a wall;[/font]

[font=Morpheus]To the Leaders of Independent Nations--

We, the leaders of Castle Cadremus, noted below;

Balinda Wright
Alphaeus Iratel
Ellana Normane
Orienda Tastir

As well as our available sub-generals,

Tyrelio Dofenson, subordinate of Balinda Wright
Gyrel Mendol, subordinate of Ellana Normane
Rish Mendol, subordinate of Ellana Normane
Rigel Lake, subordinate of Orienda Tastir,

--and the other inhabitants of Castle Cadremus invite thee to our humble facility for diplomatic purposes, involving but not limited to temporary and permanent alliance, trading agreements, right-of-way, technological exchange, and mere bondmaking for the mutual growth of all nations of the Great Vast.

Penned,
Grimore.[/size][/center][/font]

General Haggai Set To Give Speech

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:31:23 +0000

[b]The intro for the WCNN (Wing City News Network) plays, Erick Kelly is wearing a white suit this time as he speaks to the camera.[/b]

"We go live to downtown Wing City, where General Haggai is getting to give a speech" Erick says.

[b]The screen then shifts to show a podium and a stage, many citizens of Wing City and the multiverse have came. Kroger, his 2nd-in-command Najee, and a Japanese woman with two katanas on her back cross the stage, along with some of Kroger's soldiers. Kroger looks around and clears his throat.[/b]

"Citizens of Wing City and of the Multiverse, I have noticed something that is quite disturbing. Hate against those that are different, hunters that hunt Vampires, or Lycans just for being what they are. Kidnapping them and doing experiments on them in order to make them 'Human'. Now I have nothing against Humans of course, but against those that are ignorant and murder people for being something they can not help being"

[b]Kroger looks at the audience for a second, remaining quiet. He then begins to speek again.[/b]

"This goes for the Vampires, Demons, and Lycans as well, stop slaughtering eachother. Please, so that we may live in peace. With the support of you, the people. That includes, Humans, Cyborgs, Nekos, Vampires, Lycans, Demons, all of you. We CAN achieve peace. And I bet you're wondering why I care so much for peace between the different races and types of peoples."

[b]A tear can be seen rolling down Kroger's cheek[/b]

"Because I am what many would call a Vampire, and I don't want anyone going through what I did as a child. I'm lucky they didn't kill me like they did the rest, Allah wanted me to make you all understand. Understand that, we are together in our struggles. For ever and for always"

[b]Kroger begins to wipe away more tears as he leaves the stage. The screen shifts back to a teary-eyed Erick.[/b]

"More.... At 6..."

Universal Alert and Attention Broadcast #1

Lamentations — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:06:34 +0000

[b]The Emblem of a universal globe appearing with the words UUAN [Universal Alert and Attention Network] appears on the screen revealing a board of names and prices by their names, followed by an announcer appearing on screen.[/b]

"Hello Folks! Thanks for staying tuned with UUAN for the weekly update on new information on the most dangerous of things occuring in the Multiverse! Now today I have breaking news of a war occuring between the powerful race of the Xindih, and their nemesis Shu'fasa has occured and is now underway!" he would say as the screen flashed over to a large epic fist hitting the center of the screen, followed by the screen shaking.

"And that's not all! Oh no it's not! A universal call has been spread to several major nations to come together for some unknown cause! Who knows what could occur or happen, let alone come out of this catastrophe! Even more interesting, is how some of the nations are taking it! For example Trantors response! Certainly a truly epic event is about to occur and we simply have no idea what could happen. This means we stand on our toes." he would say as he then sighed and said.

"Last but not least, there seems to be a abnormal disturbance in space! After reaserchers and scientists examined space they have no idea what the disturbance could be, but a abnormal warping of space occuring everywhere taking out and completely wiping out civilizations in eye blinks! No one knows what could be possibly occuring here, some say its the work of a secret criminal organization, other say it is the S.I.N coporation that was just revealed to the public. No one knows for sure what could be causing this, but more on the S.I.N organization and updates on all of those universal events next week on UUAN!" he says as he then fades out of the screen, and the screen goes black followed by the emblem of a universe, and UUAN playing the normal theme song.

Japan Civil War, Advertisments!

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 19:15:03 +0000

News Now, Live on GNN!

We go now to our MultiEarth Division, where a war is breaking out!

"Thank you Jim. As you can see via our pictures, Mobile Weapons are breaking out, fighting all over Japan. The Nation of Orb's independence threat seems to be responded with heavy Mobile Suit launches, while in space, the Earth Federation is rushing to attempt to stop this war before it breaks out.

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[i]Mobile Suits Descend to Earth to defend Orb[/i]

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[i]Orb's Navy takes a hit[/i]

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[i]Another Naval Cruiser Falls
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[i]Orb Strike Mobile Suit defends civlians using its body as a shield[/i]
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[i]Mechs over the ruined port city…[/i]
Our Exclusive footage of this conflict shows how it affects the most innocent people , while the islands burn with advanced weaponry.
In science news, a Trantor vessel reported unusual energy readings in sector 34-1, and there is a general advisory from the regional science council to stay clear for 3 years due to massive energy. Research teams are underway to investigate this unusual energy.

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Breaking news from Antarctica!

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:30:56 +0000

[size=150]This just in from The United Broadcast System.[/size]

[size=150]Reports from the Military UAV that had confirmed a large structure under the ice of Antarctica has been destroyed. When the crash site was found it had a single bullet hole in the vehicle. [/size]

"You heard that correctly, a single bullet brought down the UAV monitering the structure beneath the ice.
As well as the convoy loosing connection after finding the downed machine.
Further investigation is underway, yet all convoys or choppers sent in are lost within the first minutes of landing or deploying." The male figure on the hologram says, adjusting some papers on his desk. It is evident he is inside a military-vessel

"....They seem to be unable to reach the Aircraft carrier that had deployed the UAV.."

"Strange..We just had it up.." The male figure looks out the porthole of the craft he is in, gasping in shock. "Turn the camera! Look at this!" He shakes his head as the camera turns, looking out over the sea to another nautical vessel. The entire deck drenched in flames as two jets swoop by, only to have a single wing-shaped shadow fly straight through both of them, veering back at the ship and delivering a shot that exploded into the port side and thundered out the other like a volcanic eruption.

"Jesus christ! W-" The screen goes to static, then snaps back, able to catch the last glimpse of the shadow and the sinking War-ship. It's hull red hot and steaming against the cold waters as it fades into the abyss.

"N-" The hologram shows static, then snaps back again. "-o. This cant be happeni-" The camera turns to a large man in a gas mask and a leather trench. The Nazi Swastika on his arm band. His eye-ports glowed costantly as he fired a shot past the man's head, into the camera man's nose and out the other side of his head. He was dead before he felt anything. The man takes hold of the reporter's neck. Hoisting him upwards and choking him. The man gasped for air as the Nazi leaves, climbing up a ladder like the reporter was only a bag of chips and not a 35-40 yr old slightly fat and down on his ass reporter. The camera picks up one last thing, a swooping sound...a -TINK- and a small hole in the side of the wall, in a milisecond the camera was destroyed as this vessel also exploded like a Grey-Eruption volcano. The hologram ends. Only a Nazi Swastika could be seen on the screen.

[b]'Antarctica is ours.'[/b] under it.

EMERGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:07:45 +0000

This is an emergency announcement, on all bandwidths and stations.

This will be playing on a loop every fifteen minutes in the hope that all people will be informed.

We have recently received inelegance that GENERAL ERROR is mounting forces for a coup on Cyber City. Our sources tell us that Major Fail has been seen marching with the HTTP 500, and there have been sightings of Corporal Punishment among the ranks.

The exact intentions of this formidable force are unknown, where and when they plan to make their move is, as of yet, uncertain, but there have been small, isolated incidents of server malfunction that would suggest that they plan to assault the cyberspace network.

The only advice that can be given at the present time is to STAY ALERT, and report any sightings of these men to a higher authority. The public is warned not to approach any of these characters with anything less than amicable intent if sighted, as they are all highly dangerous.

Vigilante activity is highly discouraged, and will be punished most severely.

A New Empire

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 23:42:56 +0000

[i]The BBC news theme plays as the camera pans around the Breakfast studio, fixing on the two presenters on the bright red sofa[/i]

"Good morning, you're watching BBC Breakfast with Charlie State and Kate Silverton. Our top story this morning."

[i]The screen cuts to show an extract of a video message sent earlier that morning, showing a winged woman speaking to the people of Earth, and the other empires it was sent to[/i]

"Every government worldwide has received a message from yet another alien Empire, that has recently come onto the radar. They proclaim peace, a welcome change to many previous encounters with our neighbors beyond the stars. The following clip was sent to every major Empire or colony in known space."

[i]The screen cuts again to the message, this time with sound, and the tape plays.[/i]

"Greetings, people of this world. I am Auraya Terra Moranis, the High Seat of the Ahrian Empire. You may or may not have heard of our people, but that is of little consequence, for I will tell you all now, and at request anything further you wish to know. Our Empire spans three Solar Systems, we are not the largest Empire nor the most powerful, and we have no interest in domination, only in peaceful interaction with the others in the Galaxy. We present this offer and request of a peaceful coexistence between our people, of prosperous trade and diplomatic relations. We will be sending ambassadorial teams to some of your Capitals, but if none is present feel free to travel to either Lorn in the Reemus system, Meridia in the Rovex system or our homeworld of Ahria in the Sylvara system. Thank you for your time."

[i]The screen cuts back to the studio[/i]

"What is your opinion on this new Empire, write to us and tell us your thoughts. More information on the Ahrian Empire can be found at [url=http://www.roleplaygateway.com/the-ahrian-empire-t27200.html]www.bbc.co.uk/news/space/ahrians/8189327.stm[/url]"

GNF: Gaddis Disappearances

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:21:53 +0000

[font=Impact][size=200]GNF: Galatic News Feed[/size][/font]

[font=Arial][size=150][b][i][color=#BFBFBF]Gaddis Disappearances[/color][/i][/b][/size][/font]

[font=Times New Roman][size=150]“For many years there have been a few incidents where imperial ships, scouts, and excavators have disappeared off the radar of numerous nations. Search and rescue squadrons have been dispatched to find these missing ships, but their attempts have left the nations fruitless. It has just been discovered that the disappearances occur within the Gaddis System. Not much is known about this system. It is currently an unknown region of the universe of little, major activity. What GNF [i]does[/i] know is that the Gaddis System contains seven unknown planets with numerous moons. There are estimated to be as much as thirty, varying in different sizes. The moons and planets surround a sole source of light that astrologists have yet to identify to be a form of star or sun. Until more data is collected, GNF will keep our viewers updated with more breaking news. This was Jim Munson of GNF.”[/size][/font]

The Azerian Empire - We Will Unite the Galaxy Under One Rule

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:51:36 +0000

The screen shuffles between static and darkness, the sound of alien voices could be heard in the background. They are unrecognizable and distorted.

Then the static 'snow' clears up, revealing a thin, gray skinned creature. Its large cranium is nothing compared to its even larger eyes. They blinked sideways, creating a grotesque 'squishing' noise.

There were a few bleeps and bloops as the strange alien's translator was analyzing the receiver's language.
[color=#0040BF]"We are the Azerian of the Imperial Arm."[/color]
The voice was thick and medium pitched, it spoke slowly.
[color=#0040BF]"We will unite this galaxy under one rule, the Suppression-est rule. We do not want war. We do not want peace. We want unity."[/color]

The translation ended there, more distorted noise, then nothing, nothing but darkness.

*To learn more about the Azerian race come [url=http://www.roleplaygateway.com/post766054.html#p766054]here[/url]. I could use some help on finishing their culture and technology. Thank you for reading.

Well-known Businessman Disappears Near Gambit's Bar!

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:43:55 +0000

[b]The intro for the WCNN (Wing City News Network) plays, the screen then shifts to show Erick Kelly. Erick is wearing green suit this time and clears his throat before speaking.[/b]

"Some strange things have happened recently here in Wing City, buisnessman Alex Andros (The Oro) has been reported missing. Andros is the owner of The Palace, a popular Wing City nightclub and hotel. Rumors have been floating around that Andros has decided to take sort of vacation, other rumors say that he is sick, nevertheless, these are still rumors not fact.

[b]The screen shifts to The Palace's outside, it shows a bunch of people standing outside of the establishment.[/b]

"Andros is a Greek immigrant who came from another verse to escape the war in his own, after only a few years he opened up the club and hotel. It is said that he was funded by the criminal organization called the Invictus, a group native to his realm and his homeland of Greece."

[b]The screen shifts back to Kelly.[/b]

"His wife, Elizabeth Rose could not be reached for comment and our reporters were turned away when trying to enter the Palace. The Palace's nightclub is to stay open 24/7 to give people the chance to experience the club at all times of day, Andros was going to make this possible in a few days. But, the general manager decided to open it up earlier for the public. He would not comment on Andro's disappearance, though he would go on to say: Mister Andros will be back soon, don't worry."

"More at 11:00.."

Alliance reforms to oppose the Azerians?

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 23:23:15 +0000

[b]Undisclosed Location[/b]
A reporter stands outside a rather large building with an unusual amount of soldiers guarding it. " This is Bob Gary from Silcon News. The building that I'm standing in front of is the Great Panjin hall where 5 leaders are meeting, President Shu Jun-an from the Nanjing Republic, Empress Shade de'l Quais from the Koramee empire, Zukov Vacilli of the United Soviet Alliance, and Merci Marche of the Argent Dawn. Today they meet to reform an accord that once fought the Du'Galle, whoever they were, and now they once again consider it as the threat of the Azerians or whatever they call themselves attempt to dominate the Red Techocracy, Trantor something, and other planets and whatever."

[i]Cuts to another reporter by a van[/i]

" These Azerians claim that they are unity? Is that true? What are they, insects? And even bugs fight among themselves! They say that we are helpless without them. We crushed the Du'Galle imperialists with our own might, not of someone crazy person who want's to take over the universe! And they didn't come to our help when the Great Plague we known as Mortcrease came. No, we fended for ourselves. To what they say they gave us the advances, we developed the cure for Mortcrease. They are nothing but more imperialist bastards, they will be there form end to beggning reaping what we sow and not even paying us back." [i] The reporter suddenly draws a Type-59 rifle and fires it into the air. [/i] " Long live the Nanjing Republic! Death to the Azerians." [i]The reporter is then joined by other people in the crowd. [/i]

4 hours later...
A man emerged from the hall and took out a megaphone as a guard shot off his rifles to quite the crowd. " The leaders have agreed to support each other in this war against these imperial bastards! The moblization of the fleets and armies will begin in 72 hours. I urge all off you to join the fighting forces in order to repel these invaders and protect our democracy!" There was a sudden roar from the crowed as they stampeded to recruitment offices just as factories began working overtime to supply those new recruits. Ships in orbit had already massed and more and more were coming.

This just in! Nazis support The Alliance!

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:42:57 +0000

[size=200]This just in![/size]

[size=150]Confirmed reports of Kommandant Ubel, leader of the Fourth Reich and many other Nazi heads of Military have boarded passenger jets, enroute to discuss the Alliance with those who seek to destroy the Alien threat![/size]

You heard it here first!

"Kommandant Ubel, the Nazi Supersoldier and leader of the fourth reich. Killed in world war two, reborn shortly after, has attempted to join forces with the free peoples of the world. "

"Nazi ships have been sighted in orbit, ressembling giant black wings and armed to the teeth."

"Ubel had this to say."

The Video skips to an Audio tape of Ubel, a picture of the towering nazi in the background.

"Antarctica is ours, but that does not mean the rest of the world is, nor does it mean that we would sit by and let our planet be opposed by such a tyranical threat. My soldiers will fight. And they will win."

The tape cuts off.

Gangland Brawling and Riot Breaks Out!

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:56:17 +0000

[b]Erick is shown speaking about a different story, he is wearing a grey suit as he speaks. After a few moments he stops and nods to someone offscreen.[/b]

"We have some news on an incident that took place late last night, a violent brawl and riot broke out in the streets of Wing City last night. The reasons for this fighting are at this moment unknown, but several different criminal organizations and other individuals are said to be involved with the fight."

[b]The screen shifts to show the violent brawl, the scene is chaotic and loud. A few gunshots are heard followed by screaming and the sound of approaching police cars.[/b]

"As you can see, members of the Invictus criminal organization are involved and several others, including the Sinclair Syndicate." Erick says as everything goes on, "We are going to show you everything, so it is recommended that young children and those faint of heart not look at this."

[b]The screen shows Izumi holding someone against a car and punching him repeatedly, four members of the Invictus PMC are seen running over and grabbing him. He throws a punch at one and knocks him down, prompting the others to use force.[/b]

"We've just gotten word that the man just shown, John Izumi is the instigator. You may all know Izumi as the formerly enstranged son of Kroger Haggai."

[b]The screen finally goes back to show Erick after Izumi is shown being hit a few times in the body and head by his mercenary comrades.[/b]

"Hopefully things such as this will come to a stop soon."

[b]The screen goes back to the fighing going on, the cameraman doing his best to get through to Izumi and the others amidst the chaos. The camera then falls and in the chaos it is smashed and the feed is lost.[/b]

"Oh.. Oh my.. I wasn't shown that before..."

Explosion in Gambit's Bar!

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 13:56:43 +0000

[i][color=#000080][center]The television screen immediately flashes with the new channel, disrupting the program that had been on which many viewers were partaking enjoyment in.[/center][/color]

[color=#800000][center][b]We are sorry to interrupt this regularly scheduled broadcast for an emergency announcement.[/b][/center][/color]

[color=#000080][center]A news caster comes into view with a most serious expression upon her face, with a small image of Gambit's Bar and an explosion.[/center][/color]

"This just in. There are rumors that war had spilled into the renown establishment known as Gambit's Bar early this morning. Reporters have confirmed that beings known as mutants were waging battle within the confines of the bar. There have not been confirmed reports, but there are statements by witnesses that say many well known figures were present and partaking in the mayhem. These individuals are known more famously by their aliases Gambit, Rogue, Wolverine, Omega Red, and Magneto. Most of them had fled the sight after the explosion occurred."

"Other sources have informed that an explosion of great proportion had been heard and seen just outside of the bar as a helicopter was sent careening into the roof. We do not know as of now if it was by a malfunction or by another more mysterious force. We can, however, confirm that Gambit's Bar is in one piece after much repair, and will continue on with its business as normal. Reporters are now trying to get a hold of the owner of the bar to seek more information about the instance. They have not yet been able to reach him. We ask that anyone with more information on the event contact us on our hot-line or by email. As more information comes in, we will keep you updated as much as possible."

"We shall now return back to your regularly scheduled program."

[color=#000080][center]The screen faded from the news caster only to return back to the sitcom that had been playing earlier, leaving many to wonder about the state of Gambit's Bar and its happenings...[/center][/color][/i]

Giant Skeleton Discovered

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 00:21:29 +0000

*A Large Channel 9 News logo flashes accross the screen*

"This is Channel Nine News with Cindy Honalen coming to you straight from the digsite of what archaeologists are calling the find of the century. A skeleton of what seem to be a giant snake was recently discovered at the tip of Africa. I have here with me the head archaeologist, Haleh Jijimbi."

Camera pans to view a short african man in a dirt-stained white t-shirt

"So Mr. Jijimbi, what can you tell us about this skeleton?"
"Well, we estimate the length of the skeleton to be at least five hundred feet long, fifty feet tall, and we believe it is of some type of reptilian creature. We recently uncovered what seem to be the leg bones of the creature."
"And I believe you said earlier that there were human remains in the creature?"
"Yes, there seem to be at least a hundred human skeletons in the area we believe to be the stomach."
"Have you any idea what this crea- Oh my God what is that?"

Camera pans to a bleach white wave of powder sweeping over the landscape, atop it stands what looks like a man in a lab coat.

"This creature shall be my device!" the man screams as the white powder engulfs everyone, suffocating them.
The camera half-sticks out of the powder, the man just visible.
The man stands atop a small ledge, and chants an incantation, the skeleton slowly pulling together with dark necromantic energies. "You there in the stomach, you rise up also you lazy bones!" As if on cue, the human skeletons rise up, climbing out of the dig site. Just before the camera cuts, you see the skeleton fully risen, with a horde of skeletons below it.

4th Reich Testing Zone.

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 01:09:58 +0000

[size=150][center]This just in![/center][/size]
[size=150][center]The Fourth Reich, led by Kommandant Ubel and the Thule society Have seized a health majority of land, for weapons testing.[/center][/size]

[color=#BF0000]Ubel had this to say.[/color]

[b]The man, Kommandant Ubel, can be seen on screen, much like Adolph Hitler Broadcasted. A large audience, him at a podium in the center of the masses, speaking into a mic. Hands gesturing or slamming on the podium. It was obvious he was speaking in German. But Ubel had also provided a voice-over for Non-German listeners. His voice was strong, heavily accented and seemingly evil...But yet so..Breathtaking. You wanted to listen. You felt like you had to.[/b]

[color=#800000][center][b]"Good Evening. You know me. I do not know many of you." He spoke, out to the masses before him. They cheered as the towering eight foot tall man leaned down to speak each time. "I am here to announce our development of a 'pocket-space' generator and transmutor... It is advised not stand in the way of our testing. We have taken only what seems needed for the testing zone and are happy to give it back. After..The tests have been done. Of course." The crowd cheers for him. "Lately..Our opponents, this Empire from the stars.. They tell us we will be crushed, yet promise peace. What I have read this as is simple, my people and brothers on this great planet. They want peace. Have no doubt they do. But this peace is a peace that involves more death. They will run us until we can not run any longer. And I will not let that happen. They have they technology to invade us. But now we do too, and I would like to give you a demonstration of The Fourth Reich's Power." He steps back from the stand. "Many of you have seen my Supersoldat, even are ones. But this is different. A personal project, if you will. SS Doomtroop!" Two small elevators rise up, displaying Troopers that looked just like his Supersoldat, yet a purple light shone through their goggles and similar colored electricity crackled through their uniforms. Instead of helmets these men wore Officer hats. "The new generation. These are my siege troopers!" Ubel was proud, like a father...Of scientific monsters. "Go on, go on. Show them your abilities.." A few targets popped up on the other end of the stage, they were already smoking. A hole through each head, right on the bullseye. When in reality they had both shot twice with their abilities, each of their second shots went through the other soldier's bullseye. "And there, the end of the canyon." He points, a few shapes barely visible popping up, a flash of purple. Headshots. "As some say. Bring it. My friends." A few SS wings flew over head and the crowd cheered. [/b][/center][/color]

Hey Travelers out in Space and Time! Come to Gilgamesh 7

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:11:39 +0000

A young woman appeared on telescreens, as a simple jingle started to play, before she said,

[center]Attention all travelers, from all forces out in space, from The Red Technocracy to UCON, from Trantor to the Azerian Empire, from the Xindhi to the Newcomers out in the sea of stars. We have got a place for you. A General Depot, where you can relax, safe from terror or invasion from giant space forces, where you can drink, talk, plan other missions, do whatever you like at our Sim Facilities, or have fine dining. Broke down in a fight? We can repair your ship, your body, get rid of curses, all the good stuff. Come on down to Gilgmesh 7, where our trained staff will help you with whatever you are looking for![/center][center][url=http://s53.photobucket.com/albums/g62/RedWing56/?action=view¤t=oneilco.gif][img]http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g62/RedWing56/th_oneilco.gif[/img][/url][/center][center][i]
One of the nearby stations to Gilgamesh Seven[/i][/center]
[center]Gilgamesh 7, named after arguably one of the greatest Gods known to live on one planet' history, Gilgamesh, and the lucky number 7, will await your visit.
We are located in Neutral space, and defended by the Great power of the Guardians, the Seven examples of the mightiest warriors, as well as the Infinite Fleet, so no invading nations who want to make a name for themselves! The person laughed as they saw the vast fleets protecting the space station, as well as a planetary shield. The Guardians stood, their faces masked to the camera.

We offer protection for those who want it, so if you are fleeing from a mean invader or someone who harmed your homeworld, we will protect you from their wrath. Please stop by at Gilgamesh 7, and enjoy your stay today![/center]

Our location is [url=http://www.roleplaygateway.com/gilgamesh-general-space-station-t28272.html]Right here,[/url] just download this to your navidrives, and head off!

OMC Records Set: Trantor followed by AP in Sales

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 03:48:33 +0000

*An ambiguous huminiod is setting behind a new desk, he is camly looking into a camera pointed at him and his lovely, but also ambigous, co-anchor*

[b]InterGalactic Tranding Company News and Entertainment Network[/b]

[i]Ah, yes, thanks Melony for the stunning report on spores, now to our economic section of this program, with the Omniversal Market Convention comeing to a close, we are recieving prilminary numbers as to who is pulling out on top, as usal, Trantor has again taken the number one slot for sales, but in a stunning upset, a relativily new empire has come out of nowhere to take second place, the Automatis Patronus, a nation made up entirely of machines, has closed the gap between Trantor and the usal number two slot, the AP has not only closed the sales gap, but has even broke Trantor's record for fastest growth in sales, if this keeps up we may see a new number one next cycle, also the rumors of an agreement between Trantor and the AP have sent market specuations through the roof, though neither side is willing to comment at this time[/i]

*The man concludes with a brief tap of his "papers" infront of him*

[i]Now on to entertainment, where an unexpected death has rocked the scenes of Galactawood[/i]

*The ambigous huminoid watching the televsion changes the channel to an ambigous sports game*

Bar Fights and the Bad News Rolls On.

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 10:24:14 +0000

[center][size=250]In the news recently!!!! Bad news!!!![/size]

It seems that in local news the Forest of Memories is no longer safe! Witnesses say they saw a huge temple crumble as a party of 5 walked out of the temple with a mysterious herb. This herb seemed to have a healing property on a single person, the name of this person has been withheld to preserve confidentiality. The temple crumbled soon after due to recent damage to the supports from recent brawls with mythical creatures. Eyewitnesses have proclaimed that the temple was a sacred site and they are now rebuilding it.

In other news, recent fights at a local bar have had city officials worrying, with the sudden disappearences and reapperances of one man, locals say they are astounded that he hasn't been killed yet. THey also said that he had an accomplice, this rumor has yet to be confirmed.

This just in! The bar is now losing money! Locals say that there hasn't been a customer around in hours and the News Beacons are costing the bar money to broadcast. More on this at 11.

Even more bad news this just in, a girl, whos name will not be released, has died, it was reported that she died two days ago, unfortunately no one knew until early this morning when her sister reported it to two men in Gambit's Bar.

That's all for this edition of Bad News, have a very bright and good day.[/center]

Bad Blood: The Insanity of the Bar, Cat-Kids, and Murder!

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 04:41:25 +0000

[b] BAD BLOOD [/b]
THE BAR: INSANE AS USUAL!!!!!!

This just in! Demons in the bar! 5 patrons of the bar were engaged in a brutal fight with a seeming army of demons, after much slashing, tearing, stabbing, and all other form of butchery, the demons just seemed to disapear, only to be replaced by a Large woman, with monarch wings. Who, after laughing mainiaclly, disapeared without a trace. One of the participants of the brutal fight, was badly injured, but seems to be recovered.

Cat-Kids?!?!

In other, less brutal and gorey news, 3 kittens, and a seemingly homicidal rabbit, have been recently turned into four kids, who seem to have claimed a homicidal, undead, well-known maniac, as their Mother. It seems even cold hard killers can have a soft side, when it comes to kids. More on this, as it developes.

MURDER!!!

BREAKING NEWS! It seems that a well-known patron of the bar, Known as Ikki by those close to him, has been arrested for Murder! His execution is scheduled, but this reporter could not find a reliable source on the exact date of the execution will be fulfilled. It has also been reported that he had a supposed accomplice in this crime, but once again, among the slums of the bar, this reporter could not find a reliable source on the name of this accomplice, but there is a rumor that the accomplice will be realeased, within the week. More on this as Information is gathered.

More news, coming soon. I'm Jo Cur, Signing off. Now here's Bill with the Weather!

Blood And Money

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 06:39:59 +0000

A large Night News logo appeared on the screen at first, then was replaced by the reporter, having the Gambit's Bar in the background. The woman was rather short, her hair was blonde and her eyes were blue. She smiled at the camera and began

"Hello, I am Selena SIiverwind and I'll be your reporter for tonight's Night News!" she said with a smile as she also took a short bow.

"In earlier news, rumors say that several people, wearing the ancient colors of the forgotten Assassin's Guild has been seen." the camera revealed a man with neck length silver hair and silver eyes which was speaking with a woman about the same age as he was.

"Historical sources tell us that The Assassin's Guild was a old association that had very few members, only those who were truly strong being invited in. If the one who was invited accepted the invitation, he would be marked as one of the Assassin's and started working for them. They used to take on all kinds of jobs, starting from finding animals and ending with killing some of the most important people in history." he reporter nodded once more as she took a deep breath and continued "The people who bare the Assassin's Mark, on the lower part of their necks, told to us by reliable sources, are extremely dangerous and should not be taken lightly." the Assassin's Mark flashed on the screen afterward, [img]http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_5p8vyWGrkO0/RsYFahHdn3I/AAAAAAAABAQ/ayj6aW67JIQ/s400/chinese_tattoo.gif[/img] stood there for several seconds then disappeared, going back to the reporter.

"In other news, the bar, like always is filled to the brim with people, but it seems we also have a young guest here." she said, the camera showing a young girl, that looked about 7 years old, sitting under the corner booth. "If any of the viewers recognize this girl please come and pick her up. She seems to be looking for her mother."

"That would be all for tonight's News, now back to you Jim~<3" Selena finished, taking another short bow.

ROBOT FIGHT MATCH TOURNAMENT!

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 15:18:58 +0000

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Small Machines
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1 foot to 6 feet

For the smallest of machines to battle, from toys to Master Grade kits

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4ft to 20 Ft

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For those who want to take battle up close and personal, use Powered Armor and fight with your own will! Must be worn or controled via motions of body, NOT piloted

Small Mechs

12 feet to 40 feet
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For you hotshot mechjocks who think you are the best, this one's for you.

Medium Machines.

41 ft to 100 feet

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For larger robots, you will battle out on the Larne Islands, to not destroy the city's main sport dome complex!

Super sized Machines

101 ft to 200 feet type A
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200 feet to 1000 feet type B

Massive machines will battle out on the rented Space Colony "New Battle Frontier," a 25 mile long by 4 mile high by 30 mile long battle arena for the glory of battle and dueling, and the Type B Machines shall battle on the moon of Tyrian, Latune!

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The commercial ended, with the PiAPT Enterprises logo appearing on the screen, as the television went back to the programme it was airing.

Family Underground, Invasion of Gods, and a Slew of Fugitive

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 19:07:38 +0000

[center][b][u]The Family Underground[/b][/u]
[i]by Ylanne Sorrows[/i][/center]

The Family, a close-knit group of psychotic individuals including the Harvester, Sakura Sango, Verith, and Yurikin, has recently gone underground. Normally ever-present in Gambit's Bar, to the point of having their own booth unofficially reserved, the Family has not appeared in some time, and is presumed to be operating underground, with vague plans to reappear at some point in the future. This has raised speculation among some of the bar's regular patrons, and according to the grapevine, the Family was involved in a feud with the Invictus PMC that erupted in a bloodbath some time last week, in which several outsiders were also injured.

[center][b][u]Invasion of Gods[/b][/u]
[i]by Ylanne Sorrows[/i][/center]

In the past several weeks, Gambit's Bar has seen an invasion of Gods, religious figures, and mythological figures (including immortals) including Jesus H. Christ, the Virgin Mary, Vishnu, Donovan Kelly, Lucifer son of morning, several demons, several djinn, and several angels. There have also been reported sightings of uberpowerful mortals, those who have survived Hell (Hell's Survivors), and other individuals possessing powers not seen among mere mortals, or those with the average power or two. Some wonder if Gambit's Bar has become the secret hideout of these powerful deities and individuals, and what this means for future skirmishes that will occur in the bar.

[center][b][u]A Slew of Fugitives[/b][/u]
[i]by Ylanne Sorrows[/i][/center]

With the appearances of characters such as Lori, Tahira Ali, and Maliera, bounty hunters, assassins, and mercenaries such as Grifter, the Desperado, and Marilyn Montgomery (the Drifter) have been frequenting the bar, sometimes resulting in dramatic firefights. There have also been a number of incidences where paramilitary organizations and government agents have been sighted in Gambit's Bar, people such as members of Invictus PMC, the People's Republic of China, the FBI, and Crosslin International. Employees of the bar wonder if these encounters will not lead to more violence that the bar is now reputed for.

[center][b][u]Roleplayers?[/b][/u]
[i]by Ylanne Sorrows[/i][/center]

A number of roleplayers, such as Sato, Ylanne, Ryand-S, and The Roleplayer, have made appearances in the bar, prompting inquiries about a website called http://www.roleplaygateway.com and all sorts of paradoxes that result from their present in Gambit's Bar. More to come. . .

Glorious Chinese forces retake Gambit's Bar!

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:47:50 +0000

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In a brave move the Glorious Chinese People's Liberation Army swept through the multiverse in a bold move to retake a key strategic location for them, a place called Gambit's Bar.

"It is a strategic, and very valuable asset to the Chinese Military and our government, a projection of power for our nation, and a valuable place to collect resources." Was a statement released by the Chinese People's Liberation Army's spokesperson for the Dimensional Exploration team, General Ta Hun Kwai. China's long term plans for this place are unclear, and classified by the government, but what we have learned is that the PLA has plans to liberate the Bar and surrounding areas from Western capitalist oppression. The people at the bar have welcomed our dear soldiers with open hearts, and look forward to China to lead them in a new direction to unity and prosperity.

This is Sun Mei Ying, reporting, CCNN.

Trantor News Moment, Live!

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:24:10 +0000

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The truth behind UNDERGROUND

Horo — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:27:56 +0000

Today on UNDERGROUND, live!

We our going to find out the truth behind the military organization UNDERGROUND, it has been released that the organizations original plan's was the eradication of human kind, but after the death of the president of UNDERGROUND Argento, the co-president Sven took charge, making many changes to the organization itself, one being that they now serve to protect the people and to up hold the peace.

UNDERGROUND will now be open to the public, located just 4 miles north of the multiverse Wastelands, there you can but UNDERGROUND's latest and newest weaponry, so all you fanatics of swords, guns, or what ever weapon you prefer to visit, UNDERGROUND will also be accommodating guest in there new top of the line hotels, to find out more then head four miles north of the waste lands, you can't miss it.

UNDERGROUND is proud to release there new hand held Lipton based weapons, Come and get you're Lipton energy sword Today! *warning, we are not held responsible for any self injury, or death caused by our equipment, Lipton weapons are highly dangerous, please use with cation*

Chaos in Gambit's Bar once again!

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:44:28 +0000

*The Trantor News Moment logo appears on the screen, then fade in to reveal a man in a tuxedo...clearly he's been called in at the last minute to do an emergency report.*

"Um...hi, this is Lemmy Lickett with the Trantor News Moment. In today's news, Gambit's Bar has turned into a warzone once again, and this time its valiant defender and bouncer, the Snow Warrior known to regulars as Cryoface was nowhere to be seen. He indeed fought bravely against the forces of anarchy with the tenacity and brute force that he's famous for, but apparently he was no match for the events of today: A Joker apparently managed to outmaneuver him, but his final trial was when someone summoned a fiery demon into the middle of the bar. Repairs are still under way, but if I was made of snow, I'd run away from a being enveloped in flames as well!"

"In other news, the enigmatic being known as Arcus Sol, thought by many to be an incarnation of the immortal Master, happened to re-appear in the middle of the row. Other notable figures such as Motoko Attenborough and Kroger Haggai were also named in the report. Interview requests have yet to be answered, however, and we will do our best to keep you up to date on the details of the scrum as they are made clear."

"This has been Lemmy Lickett with the Trantor News Moment."

GNN Special Report

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:00:47 +0000

*The GNN Logo Shows for about 5 Seconds*

Hello, welcome to this GNN News Special Report.

In the news today, Hygerion Technology Center's scientist have claimed they made a breakthrough on Miniaturization Technology. Whereas before, the Basic Version was there, they call this, Enhanced Miniaturization.

A spokesperson for the Hygerion Technology Center had this to say on the new Miniaturization technology: "Remember Miniaturization? It was pretty great wasn't it? I mean, with the making things smaller and stuff and junk. Well, Enhanced Miniaturization is like, you know, way way better. The reason it's better is because it's enhanced. This is quite different from regular Miniaturization which is, as we all now know, not enhanced."

In related news, stock in Hygerion fell 25 points today in heavy trading... and took another 50 point plummet before the end of the day. As a positive, the stock in light trading gained a good 10 points, ending at 129.43.

Elsewhere, Dr. Carol Markus claims he has discovered a way to "bring life, from lifelessness." The full quote from his interview was as follows.

"The Genesis effect er, I mean the terraforming planetary improvements allow us to bring life, from lifelessness."

People hailed this as the beginning of something new and interesting.

In the meantime, we have no word of the American Ambassadors sent to go and negotiate political treaties with the Drengin. Whether they are alive or not is still a question, although a poll showed that 73% believe they are in fact, dead, while 12% believed they are alive still. The remainder were undecided on the issue. Someone had this to say on the Drengin.

"The Drengin are not what you would call a friendly race. Oh, they'd have you over for dinner; not as a guest, but as the main course. Some people say that any being capable of interstellar travel has to be reasonable at some level. They say that hostility and violence from such a race must be the result of a misunderstanding; that if we could just empathize with one another, we would get along splendidly and soon be having a cup of tea together. These people have never met a Drengin."

It is assumed that the Drengin are a very nasty people indeed. That wraps up this special report. Thank you for watching.

*The GNN Logo Shows for about 5 Seconds*

Warring factions present in Gambit's Bar?

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:56:52 +0000

[b]The Intro to the WCNN (Wing City News Network) is shown before the screen shifts to anchorman Erick Kelly, Erick was wearing a dark purple suit as he reported the news.[/b]

"Gambit's Bar, a place that is no stranger to violence and chaos. But today the violence and chaos was different, today several different factions engaged in battle in Gambit's. Casualties are said to be high and damage is said to have been severe."

[b]The screen shifted to show the bar and surrounding area after the fighting, bodies and parts to vehicles and weapons were scattered around.[/b]

"The Invictus Company, the PLA, the Aschen, and a few other individuals were said to be those involved with this fighting. Some of the individuals that could be placed at the seen are the following: Kazen Horne, the son of diseased IRA lieutenant colonel Patrick Horne, Ta Hun Kwai, the current PLA general, and an unknown being who's name we could not retrieve."

[b]The screen would show any available images of Kazen, Patrick, and Ta Hun before showing Erick again.[/b]

"Interviews are at this time being sought with John "Nocturnal" Izumi, General Kroger Haggai, and Kazen Horne of the Invictus. Ta Hun Kwai of the PLA. And any others that may have been involved or may have seen something.

"More on this story as it develops. Tonight, Vampires? Turning tricks? We'll find out when Lisa Valderrama goes to see if the Vampires are only sucking blood these days. Tonight at 11..."

Loved Security and more bar troubles.

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:41:04 +0000

[i][color=#FF0000][center][size=150][b]*Channel 100 Logo flashes across the screen, the screen fades in to see a reporter and The Terrible Terrier outside Gambit's Bar.*[/b][/size]
A human reporter, looks to the camera. "Hello! John Monn here! In front of Gambit's bar with The Terrible Terrier! So Terrier! We at 100 Percent news hear you fell through a roof, is this true?"

Terrier looks embarassed under his mask, "Ah, well, THAT incident, yes... It happened recently no less. Ummmmm. Well, it happened after people reported that a crazed maniac had made an electric guitar and amplifier appear out of thin air using a 'magic pencil'. He 'drew' the items, and apparently blasted music loud enough to begin to weaken the supports of the building and the roof. I went to my location on the roof and the roof collapsed, I fell through 2 stories of building to crash landed on the ground in front of Arcus Sol, a very well known being in the bar. I was healed later by Motoko Attenborough. I thanked Motoko and got back on my feet to get back to work, althugh the pain was grueling."

Monn is being sarcastic, "So Terrier, I hear you need more 'bouncers' in that bar, because another help to bar security named Cryoface? Is it? I hear he has been lately suffering injury so bad that he can not protect the bar as well as he used to."

Terrier recalls seeing Cryoface in battle, "Cryoface, he... he is a man, although technically he isn't human. He has been doing his job so well, even before I arrived on the scene, his work in the bar is always enjoyed. He makes great conversation... but yes, he has been sustaining VERY heavy injuries lately. A few of them being the work of a mysterious being named Joker. I had always wanted to fight Joker, but after seeing what happened to Cryoface... I couldn't bear the thought."

Monn says jokingly, "So... Terrier? You hiring for new security officers in the bar?"

Terrier is befuddled, "Me? No, I protect because it is my civil duty. If anyone wishes to help the bar, do it of your will, not because you have to. If the bar is hiring, they should talk to Motoko, or The Bartender, whose name I don't know."

Monn seems enthusiastic, "Well Terrier, we thank you for your time. We wish you much better times and good luck with your back injury. That's it for this edition of the 100 Percent news, this is John Monn signing out!"[/center][/color][/i]

Glorious China declares war on the armies of Lucien Lachance

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:38:17 +0000

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Glorious Chinese forces have declared an official war against the armies of the Mana user Lucien Lachance.

In a statement released from the premier this afternoon, China has vowed to cleanse the metaverse from the scourge that recently attacked our brave Aschen allies.

"Lucien will fall before the might of the Chinese army! He has challenged the wrong people, we will fight and we will win, this marks Lucien's final days." - Premier Yue Fei

Within the next several weeks the Chinese military is preparing to utilize the Command base and the dimensional portal to move soldiers armed with Aschen anti-magic technology into Lucien's realm, Chinese forces intend to strike hard and fast, aiding our Aschen allies in a grand spearhead against Lucien's armies of hell. with weapons in hand, and our spirits with us, we will march on our way to victory.

-- This is Sun Meiying reporting, China Central Television.

Failure To Bring Light Into The Shadows

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:35:05 +0000

[b]The screen darkens and begins fading out into static as if losing the signal before snapping back into place, the channel 1337 logo in the bottom right corner. Still with the picture mostly blurred, an Asian reporter comes into focus, a semi-panicked expression on her face as she speaks into the microphone clenched between her fingers.[/b]

[i]"Good Evening. This is reporter Hanna Wong currently in the area that served as a battlefield between The Chinese forces and a single entity known as Lucien Lachance. The battle seems to have ended and the dust settled..."[/i]

[b]The camera pans out toward the field, the ground singed with steam rising from it, littered with countless bodies and wreckage. The earth seems to be terraformed, massive upheavals in some places casting shadows over drying magma. In one area in particular there seemed to be a large cluster of hail, their size comparable to fully loaded SUVs. The almost violent winds that forcefully pushed through the area almost knocked the woman to the ground, she stumbling but quickly regaining her footing. The sky had been consumed by thick clouds, the plane devoid of light as lightening continued to rampage in the background.[/b]

[i]"As you can see, this was quite the confrontation..."[/i] She says while maneuvering under the remains of a tank, the camera man trying his best to follow without tripping over corpses, his camera turning downward to take in the image of a man, his skull smashed inward with it's contents spilled out across the dirt. [i]"...Leaving this reporter asking wh-..." [/i]She began before cutting off, turning her gaze toward her left having heard a very painful shout. Quickly, she and her camera man dart over, giving the footage a 'Cloverfield' effect. Arriving at the source of the noise, they find a man missing everything below his waist, intestines sprawled about leading into a small chasm. The camera man can no longer stand by and doubles over, vomiting his stomachs contents onto the ground. With a look a of disgust, the report bends down beside the injured man.[i]"Sir, are you okay?" - "No, No! We... we outnumbered him... superior numbers... superior fire power... We were prepared and still..."[/i] The man turns to look around him at the carnage for displa [i]"Oh no... I CAN SEE THEM! THOSE SILVER EYES!!! MAKE THEM GO AWAY! KILL ME! KILL ME! KILL ME! KI-"[/i]

[b]The camera cuts it's feed and leaves the 1337 logo suspended in the middle of the screen...[/b]

NEWS BEACON Crashes and Godwin Hiltering!

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 13:35:18 +0000

A man in a business suit is holding papers as he sits in front a camera. He reads off the sheet, going in a melodramatic tone.

[b]"With recent light of the war, we at..."[/b]

Pink dressed anchor woman flies in, smashing the side of the news man with her hip. Sending him flying off stage as she tries to fix her messy hair. [b]"This just in!"[/b] She yells at the camera. A stubby bald man comes in, grappling to her leg and trying to frag off the blond. He has a name tag that says 'Manager Rem' on it. She kicks at him as she keeps her eyes on the camera.

[b]"The NEWS BEACON that floats around the city, giving news annoying news updates every 15 minutes, has been getting shot at randomly thru out the city! Many patrons find the beacon redundant, useless, and out right disruptive to activities around the area!"[/b]

The man is dragging her more successfully off the stage as more news people start trying to drag her off the center set. She holds on to the secured news desk as she continues.

[b]"Recent reports from our reporter, Godwin, has recently discovered that the a clone of Hitler may behind all these NEWS BEACONs! Even as citizens thankfully destroy and maim the devices, more keep showing with red swastika armbands and..."[/b]

She flies off, unable to hold her grip as noises of crashing and commotion go off screen. The news feed brakes off with a 'We will return shortly' message and the beep accompanied with it.

The Fourth Reich Update.

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:42:07 +0000

[color=#800000]Ubel would like to note that Him and the men and women of The Fourth Reich have no alignment with the supposed Nazi-News beacons.
That is all.[/color]

Time and Space Bounty Hunting and Inn!

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 05:22:39 +0000

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In Lucien's Name We Pray

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:16:23 +0000

[b]The screen darkens and begins fading out into static as if losing the signal before snapping back into place, the channel 1337 logo in the bottom right corner. A Caucasian man holding several sheets of paper while sitting behind a desk comes into picture, the camera zooming in on him until only his upper body is visible. He seems a bit distraught, but as is the nature when delivering certain news... [/b]

[i]"Good Evening, I'm John Smith. It is my displeasure to announce to you that, and I quote, "No, da economy ain't gettin' bettah. Deal wit it, or shut da -Beep- Up" [/i]

[b]John adjusts his tie and shakes his head slightly, wondering who messed with the teleprompter...[/b]

[i]"Moving on... It seems that the entity known as Lucien Lachance [url=http://www.roleplaygateway.com/death-corruption-birth-chaos-t30198.html]passed away sometime during the week.[/url] Normally, this would be good news, but nothing 'good' has come out of his death. Following directly after it, a mass influx of demonic creatures have begun rampaging across the planet. Normally kept in check, these creatures with their overwhelming numbers run rampant, massacring whole cities and the people who reside within them with no intent of slowing down in sight."[/i]

[b]A graph appears in the top right corner showing how the increase in demonic activity has skyrocketed, easily reaching the 1000% mark. [/b]

[i]"That isn't all... Riots and similar gruesome events have come about, brought upon worshipers, followers, and faithful servants that once bowed down to the great Lucien, now spreading chaos like the plague across the land. Mass suicides have occurred with people believing they shall be within the Dark Lord's presence once again, while others try vigorously to summon him back into the world of the world by sacrificing groups of people, each version more horrible than the last. Not only that, but as this wave of negativity spreads, crime is steadily increasing as criminals begin to believe they won't get captured amidst the abundant chaos." [/i]

[b]The anchorman inhales deeply as if in overwhelmed by the unpleasant news... [/b]

[i]"On a related note, the corpses of 500 people were found scattered about within the Forrest of Memories, all completely stripped of their flesh and drained of their blood. Both were later found in Wing City, the skin of the deceased sown together as some sort of covering and placed over one of the skyscrapers. The skin was sown together in a way that made it seem like a mask with eye holes available and a large opening in the shape of a smile for a mouth directly under. The blood was found inside the same skyscraper covering the walls, the floors, and even the ceiling in writing, the same sentence being written repeatedly..."[/i]

[center]"[b][i]From the ashes of corruption spawned madness"[/i][/b][/center]

[b]John seemed to have enough at this point as he wiped the sweat from his brow with the back of his hand while sighing deeply...[/b]

[i]"In other news, a well-guarded facility was raided in recent days by unknown terrorists. Who they are, their motives, and what they were after are still unknown, and may never be known until they strike again as the facility in question has been wiped off the map completely by an explosion of massive proportions. No survivors have been found as of yet..."[/i]

[b]Staring directly into the camera with beads of sweat trailing down his skin, a serious expression seems to have claimed his face, accompanied by a grave tone...[/b]

[center][i]"Pray for peace, people. Dark times lie ahead of us..."[/i][/center]

GNN Update with Rep O. Rter

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:55:35 +0000

*The GNN Logo shows for 5 Seconds*

[u]Hello, Rep O. Rter here to bring you the latest in Galacticwide News. Our first story... here's Imma Dud to bring you it.[/u]

[i]Keith Potter leans his head against the deployed airbag of his black 1997 Toyota Celica, trying in vain to shake the cobwebs from his head, caused by running headfirst into a telephone pole - again.

"It's Not Too Hard To Pick Out DDAMM Members!" Someone told us.

Potter is a founding member of the reactionary organization Drunk Drivers Against Mad Mothers (DDAMM - the first D is silent). For years Potter, and others like him, have been persecuted by the Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) organization. They intend to do something about the harassment, providing members can make it to the meetings.

Luke Harrington has been attempting to attend DDAMM meetings for the past two Thursdays; however something always seems to keep him from making it there. Last week, he decided to go to the meeting after Mike - a transient that hangs around at Harrington's favorite watering hole The Drunk Skunk - told him about the organization. After stumbling out to his car, he mistakenly put the car into reverse, backing into a ditch and passing out. By the time he came to, the meeting was over and another chance was gone forever.

Potter has been disappointed by poor turnout at the meetings scheduled to be held in his basement, having never broken his attendance record set at the first meeting, where he was the sole attendee.

So far Potter's sole accomplishment for the group has been his 100 word manifesto, written in pencil on the back of a drink menu. The manifesto is written in a secret code, which Potter describes as the "6 Jack and Cokes Code". It is not able to be understood unless completely inebriated, in which case readers consider it the most profound thing they've ever read."

Back to You Rep O. Rter...[/i]

[u]Thank you Imma Dud... In other news, Atkins Diet followers are filing a claim against the Cookie Monster for promoting Carb Filled snacks. The full story... Idio Tami.[/u]

[b]Yes, thank you Rep O. Rter. The relative calm of Sesame Street has been shattered as carb-loving Cookie Monster has been attacked three times this month by devoted converts to the Atkins diet.

"Oh, me so scared!" wailed the furry blue monster from his apartment above Mr. Hooper's store, "But it not so bad; people been sending me maannnny cookies... ha ha ha!" Mr. Monster added.

Police say the victim was tricked each time by the Atkins insurgents posing as cookie delivery men.

"We told him to at least look through the peep hole every time someone knocks on his door, but apparently he goes into some kind of mania every time he hears the word 'cookie'." said Lt. Abby Van Buren of the 27th Precinct.

Van Buren says information Cookie Monster's close friends are giving the police is proving to be of a "mixed nature."

"I saw four, four attackers, ah ah ah," said The Count.

"I think they had a red car, but I'm not so good with my colors," added Grover.

Elmo exclaimed, "Elmo loves the sun!"

Experts say Cookie Monster has long been a target for diet groups, but the Atkins cabal is particularly intent on using violence to get what they want.

"You think KFC, TGI Fridays, and all those packaged snack people just started offering low carb items because we asked nicely?" asked an Atkins terror cell leader who did not want to be identified. "We had to beat a lot of CEOs to a bloody pulp before they finally gave in," she added. They had no comment on the claim filed.

No further comments. Back to you Rep O. Rter.[/b]

[u]Thank you Idio. That wraps up this broadcast for now. We will bring you more coverage on the recent clothing fashions later.[/u]

*The GNN Logo Shows for 5 Seconds*

*Disclaimer: All Names are of their respective owners. Any resemblence or useage is purely for comedic purposes.*

Gambit's Bar Under New Ownership.

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:10:50 +0000

This is Multiversal News Now! And we have our hostess, Rachel Wright!

*Contrary to the typical business attire of a newscaster, an extremely attractive woman walks in wearing a red version of one of those Chinese dresses, the better to show off her voluptuous curves. In a sultry voice with equal parts seduction and seriousness, her luscious red lips begin reading the news.*

"Good evening, happy viewers. Our top story tonight: Gambit's Bar has apparently suffered a hostile takeover by a mysterious organization...ooh, I just love a man cloaked in mystery...ahem. This is what our cameras managed to capture during the pivotal moment! "

*Cut to unusually grainy footage...*

A-12:
[IC]_Marcus at (22:34:50)
The doors to gambits bar suddenly burst open as a machine steps inside with his mini gun raised and spining. "A-12 is online. searching for communists Motoko..........No life sign by that information is here.......New Mission is within parameters." A-12 turned his gun to Cryoface and the gun stoped spinning. "Gambits bar is now under the protection of the head of the council. Cryoface you now are now working for the council......."
Cryoface
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:36:44)
stares right back at A-12 with equal intensity. "Under what authority does the Council claim protection of this establishment? Just because my boss whipped you into shape last time you got here doesn't mean you get to try to screw me over with this 'committee' bull shit."
A-12:
[IC]_Marcus at (22:39:11)
"Negative." A-12 lowered the mini gun and placed it on a table. "We are interested in Motokos "Mech" She is very valuable to the council and I am only a base model." A-12 held his hand out showing a digital document that read the ownership of the bar goes over to the council. "I must follow my parameters otherwise I will be terminated."
Cryoface:
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:40:45)
Gods damn it...she's never around when I want her to be, but the minute I go down, here she comes to save the day and my freezing tail.
Cryoface
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:41:35)
reads the document, and a look of horror creeps across his face. Fear has gripped his metaphysical heart in a way that not even the most fearsome enemy imaginable ever could, and it shows.
Cryoface:
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:42:53)
Oh, Gods...I risk my life on a daily basis to keep this place safe, and ultimately I'm foiled by some lawyers in monkey suits?
A-12:
[IC]_Marcus at (22:43:12)
"With the new owner ship of the tavern you will be covered on the councils health care." A-12 closed the document and continued to look at Cryoface. "If you disagree to this then I must inform you that the council has set up severel measures to ensure that this establishment will be captured with the least amount of damage."
Cryoface
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:44:17)
pounds the nearest table in frustration and rage. He was good, but not even Motoko could possibly stand against the combined might of this 'Council.' It was nauseating, knowing that all he did for this place...all the people he kept safe...all of it was fruitless in the end.
Cryoface:
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:45:13)
You...you win this time. But you'll never have Motoko.
A-12:
[IC]_Marcus at (22:45:38)
"Emotion is a sad thing." A-12 placed his hand on his mini gun. "You still will have control over the bar but you will have to answer to your higher ups now."
Cryoface:
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:46:24)
And exactly who will my higher ups be? I already answer to Motoko.
A-12:
[IC]_Marcus at (22:47:22)
Turns to AlFrain and scans him. "new works must be placed into the catalogue system. One moment please." Another scan goes over the man. "Done welcome to gambits bar." A-12 turned his gaze over to Cryoface. "Motoko will be your boss unless I am here or one of the councuil members. If she poses any problems than she will have to be dealt with."
Cryoface
[IC]_qbsuperstar03 at (22:48:26)
gestures to one of several DRAGOONs practically orbiting the periphery of the bar interior, waiting to pounce on a chance to serve someone. "As you see, with the help of her mini-bots, she can do things more efficiently than I ever could, but sometimes you've got to get your hands dirty. That's where I come in, and when I fail, Motoko finishes. As I said before, you'll NEVER have her."

*Cut back to an unusually close-up shot of Rachel's generously proportioned rack. Shouting is heard, and after a few seconds, the view pulls back to where it was before.*

"Ahem...sorry for the technical difficulties. There's your update, and with that, I'm Rachel Wright with Multiversal News Now, wishing everyone an exciting evening!"

Mercenary Leaders Speak! Exclusive Interviews!

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:43:54 +0000

[b]The Intro to the WCNN (Wing City News Network) is shown before the screen shifts to anchorman Erick Kelly, Erick was wearing a green suit as he reported the news. [/b]

"The head men in charge of the private military contracters known as the Invictus are here in the studio today to speak on many different subjects and their personal lives. We go to Joanna Tori who has just finished her interviews with the men."

[b]The screen shifts to Joanna as she stands outside of the Palace, the building that doubles at the Invictus PMC's headquarters and a hotel.[/b]

"Thank you, Erick. I'm here at the Palace, a popular hotel and at times nightclub that houses the Invictus PMC's headquarters. I just spoke with the three heads of the company a few moments ago, here is the footage of our meeting. I will tell you right now, it didn't go as planned."

[b]The screen then shifted to show three men sitting in chairs next to eachother, one of which was Kroger Haggai, as usual he was dressed in a purple and black military uniform. To his left was Kazen Horne, dressed in his green IRA colonel uniform. And then there was Izumi on Kroger's right, he was dressed in a black and red dress suit. Kazen was visibly taking swigs from a bottle of cognac during the interview.[/b]

Joanna: Kroger, what was your reason for starting the company just months ago?

Kroger: Well, I wanted more freedom that I couldn't get within the Saudi military, mercenary work was that freedom. And the money isn't that bad either, I have mouths to feed.

Kazen: And the bitches we can pull are a plus.

[b]Izumi proceeded to nudge Kazen, obviously wanting him to be quiet. He would soon lean over and begin whispering to Kazen.[/b]

Joanna: So... John, why take up a leadership position and how are you handling this responsiblity?

Izumi: Well, I wasn't going to do so at first, but Kroger and some others approached me. Kroger is my father, he needed less responsiblity so that he could spend time with his new wife.

Kazen: Not like they do much anyways, seeing as she was out there kissing other motherfuckers.

Kroger: Kazen, stop it. Give me that drink.

Kazen: No! I ain't gonna, for fucks sake. Me girl has been gone for so long, she's probably out there banging who knows..

[b]Before Kazen could continue the interview ended, the network had decided not to air more footage. The screen then shifted back to Erick, he was laughing quietly.[/b]

"More at ten.."

Gossip Spot's Exclusve On Failing Mercenary Marriage!

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:35:22 +0000

[i]On a well-known television channel, the words "Gossip Spot!" pan on screen, before fading away to reveal a once famous actress hosting the show. Dressed in a vivid green dress and with a yellow belt over her middle, the woman seems entirely over peppy.[/i]

"Hello, and I'm Carol! Welcome to G-Spot, where we endeavor to bring you the latest stories on celeb and famous-folks first!"

[i]A picture then covers half of the screen, the host well-placed to the left-hand side as she gestures to it. It appears to be a photograph of two people at their wedding, smiling away to each other.[/i]

"As you may well know, this is an image of Kroger and Romanae Haggai - seemingly happily married, right? Wrong! You may also have heard earlier on the Wing City News Network that there appears to be problems beginning to spiral in their marriage - is it all over for the out-of-service Colonel and mercenary General?"

[i]Another screen tapers over the top of the picture, revealing the blanked out silhouette of a male - the name "Dave" appeared at the bottom of the screen, along with "anonymous interview".[/i]

"We managed to dig up quite a bit of information on Mrs Haggai, and we found an interviewee who, whilst wishing to appear anonymous, had this to say:"

[i]The silhouette begins to gesture and nod its head, evidently speaking.[/i]

"Oh, yeah, I knew things were going sour for a while. They tried to hide it, but it was obvious."

[i]The screen clears again, leaving just Carol centered in the viewers' eyesight.[/i]

"And now the previously mentioned dirt we've spent quite a while finding out! Mrs Haggai - previously a Miss Retna - was involved in what was officially recorded as a 'period of torture' during her service around a year ago. Now, to those of you at home, that may suggest something like a day or two in the hands of the enemy, right? Wrong! Mrs Haggai was apprehended and held illegally by enemies of the Legion Army for a little over three months. During this time she suffered multiple injuries resulting from various forms of torture."

[i]A picture then wormed its way on-screen. It was grainy, and terrible at best, but it had been sharpened and outlined enough to let Carol point out the obvious figure of a bloodied and battered woman being supported by two other men, bandages wrapped around the majority of her body, as well as a few splints being visible. [/i]

"This was Mrs Haggai after she miraculously managed to escape, with the aid of her squadron. She is said to have been taking out a solo job in a region of Scotland as of yet unknown, and was both mentally and physically tortured during the time spent in the enemy's care. We had a specialist in military aftercare come in and outline just a few of the injuries Romanae Haggai was likely to have suffered, as well as the consequences."

[i]Next, a woman in a business suit appears on-screen, settled in a high-backed, cushioned chair and staring directly at the camera as she spoke.[/i]

"After reviewing information received from Gossip Spot, I've found it unlikely that Colonel Retna, as she was then known, is likely to suffer no side effects from her injuries. The mental strain alone should have been enough to send her into a mental clinic, and it is quite possible that the level of commitment given by marriage and the stress of coping with her side effects may have made Colonel Retna 'act out' as it were - she could be highly unstable, and should not be allowed into the streets until she has been properly reviewed by a medical professional."

[i]The screen once again pans out to the beginning credits of "Gossip Spot!", and Carol's voice is heard over the faint music playing.[/i]

"And that's it for tonight's G-Spot! I hope to see you all again at the same time tomorrow, where we'll be discussing just how safe it is for celebrities to have children - goodnight!"

Interview with Perfect Vision Director

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:56:28 +0000

[i][b]A news logo for IAN channel 7 flashes over the screen before the camera shows a young woman in a suit. Folding some papers on a table the woman looks up towards the camera.[/b][/i]

[color=#0000FF]“This is Judy Harp with your daily dose of Instant Action News Channel 7 and we have a live broadcast from John Shooter about the presence of the new military force known as Perfect Vision. John over to you.”[/color]

[i][b]A man in a blue dress shirt stands in front of the camera. Behind the man is a large building with the letters PPV-S4 in bold over the main door.[/b][/i]

[color=#FF0000]“Thank you Judy. As you can see behind me, the building that used to be the old prison of the downtown area has been occupied by the Perfect Vision members. Speaking with the director Harold Newlerd about what exactly PPV-S4 stands for, we discovered that this is only one of four Project Perfect Vision buildings in the area. We asked Mister Newlerd about what exactly Perfect Vision is about. This is what he told us earlier today.”[/color]

[i][b]The screen goes to the logo then shows a man in a black suit standing front of a military vehicle.[/b][/i]

[color=#FF0000]“Mister Newlerd what exactly is Project Perfect Vision?”[/color]

[color=#00BF00]“PPV is the dream of many world leaders of earth. It is the dream that all criminals will be put down and eliminated from society. Perfect Vision is that dream in action. We have a 74.8% approval rating for what we are doing and we do not plan to stop until the job is done.”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]“What about the strange armored soldiers? We've seen them dressed in green, red, blue, brown, yellow, purple, black and white. What's the difference between them all?”[/color]

[color=#00BF00]“Well soldiers are first ranked in color, depending on skill. Yellow and green soldiers are basic recruits and most end up in vehicle detail. Red soldiers are mission based assault squads. Blue soldiers are trained in tactics and defenses and protect headquarters. Brown soldiers are sergeants, purple soldiers are lieutenants, black soldiers are generals and white soldiers are specialized admirals. Once ranked in color they are assigned to a Bird then to a Wing. Within their Wing section they are give one letter name. Admiral X of Wing K is an excellent example of our systems.”[/color]

[i][b]A soldier in pure white armor towered several feet over the reporter and the director.[/b][/i]

[color=#FF0000]“So, Admiral X, how efficient is your Wing?”[/color]

[color=#FF8000]“Wing K of Bird 17 of Nest 3 is in perfect condition and ready for any and all missions. We have a 98.3% success factor. 1217 missions completed thus far.”[/color]

[i][b]The soldier nodded then turned and walked off the screen.[/b][/i]

[color=#00BF00]“If you have any further questions, Sir, please ask them now. We have many things to see to.”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]“The Admiral X mentioned something about a Nest, Bird and Wing. What exactly are the Nest, Bird and Wing?”[/color]

[color=#00BF00]“There are four Nests within each Nest there are one hundred Birds. Each Bird has Wings with a letter name from A-Z and each soldier in a Wing has a letter name from A-Z. This gives us an easier way of addressing soldiers, such as the admiral. His full name is 3-17 XK.”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]“What about the building? What purpose does it serve?”[/color]

[color=#00BF00]“”PPV-S4 is the headquarters for Nest 3 and prison for any and all criminals apprehended by the soldiers of Nest 3.”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]“There is a rumor that Perfect Vision is already planning an execution. Do you admit that there is an execution due to happen in the near future?”[/color]

[color=#00BF00]“Yes there is indeed a man to be executed in several days. His name is Ikki Korito and it has been very costly to catch him. Now with him behind bars we hope the crime rate will soon fall.”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]“Thank you Mister Newlerd for you time.”[/color]

[i][b]The screen goes back to the IAN logo then to a split screen of Judy and John.[/b][/i]

[color=#0000FF]“Well we'll have to see what develops out of the Perfect Vision situation won't we?”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]“Indeed, Judy. PPV-S4 will be something very interesting to monitor over the next few weeks.”[/color]

[color=#0000FF]“Thank you John for the report.”[/color]

[color=#FF0000]John nods and Judy's side fills the screen.[/color]

[color=#0000FF]“This has been Instant Action News channel 7 with an afternoon update.”[/color]

[i][b]The screen changes to something about visiting the Master Dojo today and getting your body in fighting shape.[/b][/i]

Bar Ownership - A New Partner!

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 03:47:33 +0000

News now. Bar Mistress and master drinkmaster Motoko Attenborough recently made a deal with the council forces, in a new 60-20 business partnership. As part of this deal, Motoko gains a seat with the Council, with full voting rights in exchange for stock and bonuses sold to the Council's holding company. 20% of the bar is held by other owners and various interest groups.

Motoko Attenborough had this to say. "This new day, promotes new synergy and motion between our new groups. It adds new funds and cash to help with all the repairs and day to day expenses, including... well let's just say Motoko isn't just cooking meals anymore!" she said to the reporters.

"What about those who claim it might harm the bar's independent nature!"

Motoko replied, "It will enchanter our nature, as we will have more money to be independent and a bit more flexibility before our end of the month profit reports.

"What about claims you are expecting!"

Motoko laughed, "Well, my dear Miirrage made me ... well even more whole, so I'm cutting back on all the harmful liquors!" she said, to laughter from the press conference.

"Back on topic, some reporters claim a mysterious Masked Biker has been seen around you, any comments?"

The woman looked, thinking deeply before answering, "Masked Biker... I think he's a part of all of us," she said, "but he's a good guy, a hero of justice..."

"Some claim that the Council is some sort of evil ominous group."

"Even if they are, I can always renegotiate after the first 2 weeks and in 6 month intervals..." she said, "So don't worry about Gambit's. I will try to run it in the spirit of the original owner.

Do you believe in good luck?

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:53:06 +0000

A logo for the Underground Broad Casting Network appears as Logo UBCN, and the screen then shoes a young woman standing in a corn field in the middle of the night, a full moon overhead, the breeze blowing gently causing the rustle of the corn to slightly interfere with the the woman's voice.

[b]"This is a question that has been asked quiet frequently, is there such a thing as good luck, or is it just random occurrence?" asked the news woman, looking back at the cornfield as a low growl was heard, then back to the camera.[/b]

[b]"According to beliefs as well as rumor's it is believed that if you grab the tail of a harvest god, you will be granted a never ending fount of good luck, some think this is just a made up story to have them look like idiots and search for the Harvest god all night during a full moon, while others believe it's something of a darker nature, that which involves creature's that could only be possible in you're nightmares." said the news woman, cringing slightly as wolves howls could be heard in the background, the camera shaking as the man holding the camera began to get scared.[/b]

[i]"Hurry up already will you." whispered the camera man, trying to make sure the camera doesn't pick up his voice, but sadly it did.[/i]

[b]"Some claim to have seen the harvest god, it being a large wolf with light brown fur, and an abnormally large tail, others believe its just some sick prank to have some poor sap chase after a wolf to grab it's tail and only get mauled or killed by that said wolf." said the news woman, as she nodded slightly to the and a lowed growling could be heard directly behind her.[/b]

[i]"Holy sh**!" screamed the camera man as he began to take off, the camera now pointing at the ground, the sounds of him panting as he ran for his life, and the screams of the poor news woman could be heard. "F*** F*** F***!!!" the camera man screamed as the camera was sent tumbling threw the air and landing in the grass roughly with a loud thud and as screen was tilted at an angel, and some of the arm's and the hands of the camera man can be see as he screams in agony as the sounds of tearing flesh, and crunching bone could be heard as the wolf ripped him apart.[/i]

The screen would cut off and would flash up UBCN, and bellow that would display. 'We are suffering some technical difficulties, we will be right back to you after this commercial brake', screen would go to random assorted commercials.

Muertre, Subject #17.

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 01:48:41 +0000

[center]The Scene opens inside the back of a helicopter, it's heavy rotors chopping at the air to cause an audible [b]-Chutachutachutachutachutachuta-[/b] While the camera turns towards a soldier (Clad in an orange jumpsuit, some sort of chest armor, combat boots and fingerless gloves. All around him soldiers dressed just like him sit shoulder to shoulder on a large bench, though most of them wear helmets and balaclavas) inside of the transport. [i]'H-Hello, This is The Asylum's C-current replacement Warden for the time being..'[/i] The view turns away from the shaky soldier and to the door, which opens rather abruptly to show a devastated city block down below. [i]'A-as you can see, the northern sector of Wing City has been almost totally demolished by a certain prisoner of ours...S-she is considered the most powerful psychic in the multiverse at this time...and we urge y-you to stay away from her..'[/i] The Helicopter gains sudden altitude and passes over a slumping tower. [i]'N-now, I know you're shocked and upset at us for..well, l-letting her escape...But I can guarantee she will be apprehended immediately..and you will see it first hand.. S-so you know that we are able to contain these threats in t-the future..'[/i] As soon as this line is spoken the large boxy vision of the camera switches off, to forward into a HUD-like view. It was pointed at the metal floor of the transport helicopter, shaky hands gripping it. It slowly and timidly rises and fits over the head of The Warden, his vital signs now visible. He takes a look around him and nods to his soldiers, which give him a nod back. The warden was the first out of the chopper door, floating down with some Anti-gravity technology inside of his suit. The rest of the soldiers follow him the same way, now gripping pistols or some futuristic looking rifles.

The Helicopter pulled out, only to transmit some sort of signal and drop a small jeep-like car. The warden was the first in, calling shotgun as two soldiers hop on. One driving, the other on the back on look-out. (Others moving out on foot.) The Warden's HUD pans over the destruction. [i]'You must understand..her c-capabilities.. Very..Deadly, Men.'[/i] The Soldiers answered with a nod again. It seemed like hours of tension for only minutes of driving. Every now and then The Warden would look in one direction, only to sigh and shake his head. And then...

[b]-Ratatatatata!-[/b] The sound of gunfire! And more! As soon as the first burst echoed over the deserted and bloodstained Norther Wing city more cried out, explosions of grenades, yelling of Soldiers, officers. The Jeep sped in that direction, just in time for the show...

A Small woman stood in the middle of the road, the Orange jumpsuited men targeting her only, some took cover and others, being rookies, stood right in the open and fired apon her. Muertre was too great of mind and will for their petty efforts, however. She waved a dismissing hand, cutting two Soldiers in half as if their armor was made in their grandmother's basement. She spin on her heel, looking quite happy and not the least evil. The ones behind the assorted cover..Walls, Doors...Fences...Gates...Should have just accepted their fate, as now, Muertre was gone.. The Warden and his HUD searching to no avail. More gunshots, screams, the spatter of blood.... [u]Smack! Smack! Smack![/u] The sound of soon to be corpses slapping against asphalt and concrete. Giggles, So many giggles accompanied the horrid noises and screams. [i]'T-Thats it! Call in the heavy support!' 'Already on the way, sir!' 'ETA?' 'Thirty Seconds!'[/i] A soldier flipped over his jeep and splattered on the road, the one in back of said vehicle gasping as he was ripped out of his seat and skinned like a potato, then tossed aside like a rag doll. The Soldier driving hits the gas, rubber burning, gas fumes spewing...Yet there was no movement... The jeep was locked to it's position, it's tires shredded and grinded on the road now, there was no choice but to run. Yet there was still hope, the sound of tank treads in the distance heralded the coming of heavy support and The current Warden, not caring about his men at all, jumped off the Jeep and took off down the street, looking back once to see the automobile shoot up, flip before gravity took it's toll and smash into the ground. It explodes, sending shrapnel everywhere (And even cutting a line across The Warden's Delicate blue HUD) The coward stumbles, but keeps his footing, heading to the only hope he had in his heart, Tank Treads. Please god! Let them be here!

And Behold! They came, two beautiful juggernauts of metal and diesel, causing a thunder down the once normal street...Hope did not last long. It never does. Hope is like flame and Muertre is the cold, biting wind that robs it of it's Air...

The Warden shot up, held by Muertre's will like some Barbie doll. [b][color=#400000]"Warden..Warden..Eheheheheheheh... So naughty..Arent you so rude! Interrupting a lady on her day on the town... But I can see you have learned the error of your ways, as you flee before me..Very well. Begone."[/color][/b] The Poor Warden hurtled through the air, slamming into the left Juggernaut that was supposed to save him. It was obvious he hand landed awkwardly, as the last thing seen before his paralyzed body crumpled to the ground was an upside down image of Jill Muertre, Subject #17, a rather short, Blue eyed, blond haired, innocent looking girl. His helmet rolled off, the HUD showing still, though cracked horribly. You could make out Muertre. She just smiled and a creaking was heard, a small hole popping into the side of one of the Tanks, in a last ditch effort it turns it's turret towards her and fires, which is miraculously deflected into a nearby house. The small hole become slightly larger as the entire crew is ripped out of it. [i]Creaaaaaaaak...[/i] It flipped, slamming ontop of the other tank. [i]Creaaaaaaaaaaaak![/i] both of the heavy support machines crumpled, forming a big metal ball. Muertre lets it drop in the center of the street. And When it all seemed over....

Muertre tilts her head at the helmet, skipping over and hoisting it up. She stares right into the Camera and gives a wink..

[b][i][u][color=#FF0000]Please stand by. This Connection is having technical difficulties..[/color][/u][/i][/b][/center]

Mercenaries Waging War? General Haggai Set To Speak.

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:58:49 +0000

[b]The Intro to the WCNN (Wing City News Network) is shown before the screen shifts to anchorman Erick Kelly, Erick was wearing a dark brown suit as he reported the news. [/b]

"Recently, things have been reported as going bad for General Kroger Haggai, the founder of the Invictus PMC. Rumors had surfaced that his wife, Romanae Haggai, was kidnapped by the PLA. We confirmed these rumors and began asking General Haggai who also confirmed the rumors with tears in his eyes. We take you to Haggai from his office here in Wing City."

[b]The screen shifted to show Kroger sitting behind a desk, he was dressed in a purple and white military uniform today. He took a deep breath before speaking.[/b]

"Not long ago, my wife was kidnapped by who I have been told were the PLA. I obviously didn't believe this at first, but some of my comrades did some investigating and talking, not to mention Romanae went missing. I do not have full control over the Company, but I was given the authority to do as I like."

[b]Kroger paused for a few moments, taking a deep breath before he continued to speak.[/b]

"I want justice, people should not be allowed to commit heinous crimes such as this and get away with it. If the authorities will not get involved, I will and so will my comrades known as the Invictus. For them to target my family like this angers me, innocent people. How do I know that my daughters will be safe at school? How do I know that my cousins, aunts, and uncles in Arabia won't be next?"

[b]Kroger stood up from his desk and neared the camera crew, upon seeing the tall soldier come closer to them they would back up.[/b]

"The Invictus are going to wage war on the PLA, we are going to show no mercy. Anyone that tries to stop us will suffer the same fate, do not obstruct our path to justice. No matter how bloody our path may be."

[b]With that the screen shifted to show Erick once more, his expression was serious.[/b]

"More on this story as it develops.."

WAR! - A Sagittaron Link Newscast

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:54:55 +0000

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Halloween is on it's way!

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:00:57 +0000

A logo for the Underground Broad Casting Network appears as Logo UBCN, and the screen would flicker slightly, a woman with long brown hair, and light red eyes was holding onto a mic, her standing in front of the corn fields, the camera shaking slightly as who ever was holding it wasn't doing a good job at keeping it steady.

"[color=maroon]Keep it steady will ya...[/color]" mumbled the woman at who the camera's person was, her furrowing her brow slightly.

[i]The camera would shake violently a few times and then settle.[/i] "[color=#0080BF]S-sorry.....[/color]" whispered the voice of a young female from behind the camera, the woman rolling her eyes slightly.

"[color=maroon]My name is Horo and today's topic will be on the one thing I know some of you are excited for...HALLOWEEN!![/color] she yelled quiet loudly in the mic, it causing a loud screech and for her to yelp, and her to tap the mic with her finger "[color=maroon]Damn that hurt....[/color] she mumbled slightly, slamming the mic on the ground causing it to screech again, her growling at the mic and lunging at it.

[i]The young female holding the camera would turn it around, it now facing her, it shaking again as she sound her her gripping the plastic that makes up the camera's frame can be heard.[/i] "[color=#0080BF]S-sorry for wasting you're time, it was her idea....[/color]" she chuckled nervously.

"[color=maroon]Hey give that back Mia![/color]" yelled Horo in the background, followed by the sound of a person running in the grass.

[i]The camera would flip threw the air and smashes into the ground roughly, a beeping noise could be heard as the battery life of the camera was just about out[/i] "[color=#0080BF]Eeeeepp![/color]" she screamed as she was tackled to the ground by Horo in her failed attempt at getting the camera.

[i]The camera would shake as it was lifted into the air, it now facing a girl with short black hair, and light purple eyes[/i] "[color=indigo]And that ends this crappy, and poorly done news cast, Happy Halloween![/color] yelled the woman, the sound of crunching plastic and breaking glass could be heard, it flickering to static.

The screen would cut off and would flash up UBCN, and bellow that would display. 'We are suffering some technical difficulties, we will be right back to you after this commercial brake', screen would go to random assorted commercials.

Gambit's Bar- DESTROYED!

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:37:09 +0000

In a series of shocking events some time this morning that no-one seems able to recall or place, the famous Gambit's Bar has been reduced to a pile of smoking rubble. Investigations into the cause have been launched by a number of parties, and rebuilding efforts are likely to begin by next week.

Gambit's Bar Rebuilt

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:55:59 +0000

From the combined efforts of a few helpful people, most of Gambit's bar has been rebuilt. Most of the tables and booths are back, the counter is back, and the door is back. But 'back' doesn't neccisarily mean perfect.The floor needs some sweeping and shining. And the fact the door is rather lopsided. If we are lucky, almost all of this will be repaired in a day or two. Thank you everyone for all your help! And we hope you continue to help our wonderful bar.

Return of CV and wait I mean pirates

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:47:21 +0000

* Cuts to a rather unremarkable frigate cutting through warp space*
Person- This just in. Comrade Vacilli has returned and wait-- what? I mean the Pirates in Korplau sector have returned after they were thought to have disbanded. * shows a flag dropping down showing a red ring of death as it massacers a cargo tug* Oh and the surroudning empire have dispatched ships to take care of them. However in the resulting battle, a wormhole opened up and a frigate and 2 cruisers were sucked in. Have fun suckas. * Reporters laughs as he goes off screen*

All Vampires are to Register with the VRS.

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 06:40:56 +0000

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[i][b]-Live from the headquarters of the AVS-[/i][/b]

Lights fade out, then brighten, showing a somewhat artificial bright day, with people milling about, different, though very much the same. A man stands in focus, holding a mic and looking very, very nervously about.

“Yes, well, umm, as you can see, the first days of the VRS has begun, and for those of you unaware, it is codeword for the Vampire Registration Sanctum, which is in fact this rather large building behind us. Vampires from all over the Multiverse have gathered here to register their existence, so they may not be hunted down and destroyed,” several men and women stop, turning to stare at the obviously living man. “So says the spokesman for the VRS, I hear, um, yes.”

Shot pans to a photo of an older man, unsmiling and bald.

“We don’t know much about this corporation, only that it has been around for a very long time, hiding in the shadows, or so they claim. Who knows, but I have to get the fuck out of- Oh? Live? Really? Well, from-”

From behind the man rushes several figures, rebels that are firmly against the Vampire Registration Act. In seconds the man is torn limb from limb, but even as the last drop falls to the ground several blurry shapes appear, cloaked entirely in black. Blades whirl throughout the crowd of violent vamps, and in an equal amount of time it took them to destroy a human, their own bodies lay in pieces to color the landscape. The Hunter stands from his crouch, two blades folding back into slits on the back of his wrists. He stares at the camera for a moment, then turns and leaves, the crowd making way.

[i]A scrolling text rolls across the bottom of the screen, giving instructions for Vampires to IMMEDIATELY register with the VRS. Not doing so is punishable by immediate inexistence.[/i]

OOC: Sign in thread- vampire-registry-sanctum-t31624.html

My family, my children, the vampires WILL resist.

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:26:45 +0000

The night is dark, and thunder rumbles amongst stormclouds above the castle home of Neferata, one of the oldest vampires in existence and believed to be one of the first. A bolt of lightning ripples down from the heavens and strikes the mountain side near to the medieval home, illuminating the black landscape for an instant before its light fades and the gloomy darkness returns. Within the castle, the Lahmia are stirring.

The High Lady Neferata sat upon the silver throne as if in defiance of its nature, demonstrating that just one of the many weapons believed to be effective against vampires had no adverse effects on her. She was dressed in crimson red, and her black hair hung over one side of her face, falling down to her waist in glossy tresses, her bare feet resting on the stone floor of the throne room. Behind her stood the Lahmian sisterhood, a gathering of some of the most powerful female members of the vampire race, and before her was a single camera upon a tripod.

Across the world, T.V screens flickered into life, and programmes were interrupted as this camera began transmitting.

The elegant woman raised a wine glass to her crimson lips, sipping the red wine within lazily, drawing the moment out a few seconds longer before she lowered it, licking her lips, and speaking.

[i]"My fellow vampires, brothers and sisters of the night. I sit here before you, not as I have many times in the past, an ominous Queen of our race, attempting to assert my dominance. No, those days are passed, those who wished to join me have, and others may, but I will no longer threaten my kin with violent action should they choose not to. For we face a greater threat, that requires us to put aside our petty differences and unite."[/i]

At this, the woman once again raised the wine glass and took a sip from it before continuing

[i]"As most of you will know, an organisation has arisen that wishes to quash one of the most vital necessities of a vampire's existance. Anonymity. I am sure there are thousands amongst you, unlike me, who live around humans and other species without their knowing your existance, your true being, and that if your supposed 'friends' and 'neighbours' found out the truth of you, they would betray you and attempt to murder you. I sit here before you today to say [b]no![/b] We will not 'register' ourselves with this book, expose ourselves to the world for what we are to be hunted down and purged - we will fight them, fight them to our bitter end. Join my, my children, my family. We will resist this with our very lives."[/i]

The screen flickers for a moment, and then returns to how it was prior to the broadcast.

Neferata lowered the glass of wine in her hand and smiled.

[i]"It begins..."[/i] she whispered.

OOC: I have a sign up thread too! [url]http://www.roleplaygateway.com/the-resistance-unknown-location-t31653.html[/url]

Mecha of the Week

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:02:49 +0000

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Mecha of the Week! This is a bimonthly show about mecha and other craft of the week! Today’s mecha is simple, and quite elegant, really,” the announcer, a buxom young woman said. “Its name is the VX-1660 Nightmre! Isn’t it hot!” With those powerful beam and projiclte weapons, and missile launchers, this starfighter will ruin your day! Rumor has it Trantor wishes to purchase several and run them under limited mass production!

All you mechajocks, fighter aces, and just plan old fans will love to see the VX-1660’s skills and power in battle! Yet another fine work from [url=http://acedarkfire.deviantart.com]Ace Darkfire's[/url] Production studio!

Gambit's Bar: Welcome back! Or not?

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:44:57 +0000

Thank you for tuning into GNN news. We have an update on Gambit's Bar and a live interview with [url=http://www.roleplaygateway.com/characters/Lord%20Canti]Lord Canti[/url] a former patron. He cannot speak, so he has given us his story via letter, although we do have him on live video feed.

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Many citizens of Wing City are relieved that the rebuilding of Gambit's Bar has been moving along swiftly.

Four days earlier, the main floor of Gambit's Bar was completely and mysteriously obliterated, While authorities investigate issues related to the establishment's destruction. During that time, volunteers, began cleaning and rebuilding the site for countless hours until it was once again fit for patrons. Though repairs are not complete, many patrons are already returning the bar.

Following the destruction, Lord Canti, a former volunteer and patron of Gambit's Bar, stated his plans for returning to Gambit's Bar have hit a "dead end," but conveyed that he has "other options," and is committed to possibly building his own establishment in the area.

During the interview, Lord Canti detailed his plans for his dream business. The establishment would offer citizens a calmer, less violent, atmosphere to engage in socializing, while also providing decent meals.

Yet to make an offer, Lord Canti is preparing to offer the community a $500,000 donation, his entire life savings. Lord Canti, not being very talkative, made the donation offer via a letter in the local paper, rather than in person.

Lord Canti provided information indicating bars tend to increase crime and decrease property values. Lord Canti firmly opposes the rebuilding of the bar from both a moral perspective and a concern about safety, especially for children.

"I thought it was a good thing, finding out that Gambit's was destroyed," wrote Lord Canti. "It was far too violent."

Revolution is in Order.

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:42:12 +0000

[i]The News Beacon flickers slightly, showing fuzzed areas of the hologram before gradually focusing on the terrorist, Dan Bloodline. He looks surprisingly calm, in spite of the destroyed bar behind him. He speaks slowly and clearly, though, needing his message heard.
[/i]
"[color=#FF0000]As you all know, thr bar we have all known and loved is in ruin. Some of us know why, others know nothing of it. And of course you are all familiar with Cryoface. I bring both subjects up at once for one reason and one reason only. I am here to question."[/color]

[i]Dan's image skips a few times, then continues, faltering every once in a while.[/i]

[color=#FF0000]"Where was this protec[/color]*static*[color=#FF0000]urring our time of need? Where was Cryoface a re[/color]*falter*[color=#FF0000]mergency?"[/color] [i]He pounds his fist into his hand.[/i] [color=#FF0000]"Revolution is in order! Join the Insurgency! We take care of our own and we [b]will[/b] rebuild the bar, brick by brick, in spite of what Motoko, AlFrain, or even the protector Cryoface himself have to say about it! All that are with us, contact us in any way possible. We will be waiting."[/color]

An A.I. unit floats by in the background and the cameraman breaks out in a dead sprint towards it, ending the transmission...

Little Tina is Missing Her Kitten

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:17:00 +0000

Thirteen year old Tina has been searching for a night or two, for her cat "Floofy". He disappeared a few days ago and she fears she may never see him again.

The GNN mail room received a letter and a photo on Friday, asking for help in finding the poor creature.

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Tina, who has had Floofy from being a kitten, said: "Floofy does not like other people, if anyone tries to touch him or even go near him, he starts wailing and hissing. She describes Floofy as being a very moody and very overweight, calico cat.

"I'm surprised nobody has seen him.", states Tina, in the letter. "On the day he disappeared he had his breakfast and then wondered off as usual, he often goes to the local gardens because he likes flowers. I fear the worst because he doesn't even have a collar – he likes digging holes and I'm scared he might end up burying himself."

Tina also stated: "I've put posters up and asked around the city in the hope of finding him."

If you have any information on the missing cat. Please, contact the GNN news center.

In unrelated news...

A giant badger has been terrorizing people in the Northeastern Wing City Gardens.

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More on this story, tonight at 11...

What Vampire Resistance? News from the VRS front.

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:15:14 +0000

Televisions fizzle, a bar of white fuzz showing for a moment, just before an image pops into place. The ticker beneath the photo reads:

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“Angry Vampires rebel against Registration!”

The photo fades, and the camera focuses on a man standing in front of the VRS building, a steady line of people coming and going from the tall structure.

“This is a non-human, blood-free reporter, calling things from the front lines. Just a day ago, a broadcast went world-wide speaking of a Vampire Resistance. Those here though, seem to care little. In fact, after registering, many of these angry young men and women seem to be at peace. You! You sir!”

The reporter turns and stops a young man as he leaves the building, a booklet in one hand, his other resting on his hip. He looks the reporter up and down, and then looks to the book of tags in his hand.

“Yes?”

“You just completed your registration, correct?”

“Yes.”

“Was it painful, or difficult?”

“No.”

“What are your thoughts on the whole process?”

“Easy.”

The reporter looks to the camera, then back to the young looking man.

“Well… what are you going to do now?”

“I’m going home of course.”

“And are those the ‘tags’ I’ve heard of?”

“Yes.”

The reporter sighs.

“And… are you satisfied with that?”

“Yes.”

The shy vampire looks at the camera, swallows, and continues to speak.

“I have more than enough tags to last for a month. It’s nice to know that I am legally hunting humans, and will not be hunted myself for doing so. It helps to know that my family is not in danger because of me.”

“Ah, I see… thank you sir!”

The reporter backs away and returns to his previous position.

“Well, there you have it. So far, the Resistance has not touched this place, or these people. Some wonder though, if it is only a matter of time. Tune in next time, when we will try to gain an interview with one of the top VRS agents, Ikor.”

Strange Creature Found Hiding Near Gambit's Bar.

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:27:14 +0000

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A horrifying creature, thought to be the loneliest ever found, has been discovered in the Dead End. The creature was originally thought to have been found in many places around Wing City. However, researchers now believe that it has settled around Gambit’s Bar in recent years, feeding on a diet of sadness and lack of friends.

The creature, which researchers have named “Emo”, is a timid creature with a strong desire for attention. It is a slightly primitive creature with limited intelligence and poor communication skills. However, there were times when this sad little beast was believed to be the smartest and friendliest of all citizens. This only ever manifested when the Emo was in the company of others of its kind.

Professor Egbert Feinstein said "It was an unusual looking creature and it was thought to have been extinct along with all the other members of the misunderstood genome."

TERRORISM ALERT! BREAKING NEWS NOW!

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:52:21 +0000

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"This was what I last saw, as I was escorted out of the falling transport chopper...." the reporter begun, his camera still rolling.

"This is some of the damage I recorded.."
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"And this... is what I got from the aftermath..."

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The reporter then stopped, turning the camera towards himself.
This is embedded reported Wolf D Ryoto, and I’m here to report on a savage act of terrorism! Terrorism has assaulted an office building, and it seems it was a suicide bombing! I have exclusive images here!” The reporter brought out his camera, aiming it at the ruined building. “This.. .its horrible…” the reporter said. “This terrorism… who knows how many made it through the bombing.." He then stopped, "This is Wolf D Ryoto, GNN News..."

All Hallows' Eve Ball! Get INFO Now!

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:13:38 +0000

[b]"This is reporter John Smith, here today at the Lectre Mansion where the All Hallows' Eve Ball will be held October 30th - November 1st. I am standing here right now with the owner Abraxas Lectre, who would like to give a word to all the viewers out there today."[/b]

"Hello all! This is Abraxas Lectre, inviting YOU to this years Annual All Hallows' Eve Ball! Like your beloved reporter announced before, it will be held October 30th through out November 1st. I would like to take this time to invite all the Multiverse's Nation Leaders to this wonderful magnificant Event! Your welcome to attend any time to this Masquerade/Costume Themed Ball! I would also like to announce that there will be a Practice Session for the Ball today in about 3 hours from now. Thank you for listening. This is Abraxas Lectre, good bye."

[b]"Well that's all of it folks, be sure to attend the ball practice session today and the actual ball on October 30th - November 1st. This is your reported John Smith. Out.[/b]

Wing City Herald: Five Nekos Found Slain

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:53:53 +0000

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Wing City—A string of inner-city stabbings left five of Wing City's wealthiest residents maidless this week.

According to police, the crimes seem to be related, in that all five residents were left without kitchen and dining room service for their morning meal.

"It was horrible," said Wing City resident Tanner McDennis. "We were left with no choice but to perform such tasks as making the bed, running cold water from the tap, and pulling out chairs for ourselves before sitting on them."

The Wing City Police Department is conducting a full-scale investigation of the interruption in maid service, and plans to issue a formal report to the Wing City Gate and Security Service by the end of this week.

"We're doing everything we can to find the perpetrator," Police Chief Horace Porker said. "And we're urging everyone on Wing City's streets to be wary. We don't want any gardeners to disappear. There's been enough suffering."

According to reports, the Wing City residents' agonizing maidlessness lasted over 12 hours, ending only when a Wing City-area domestic temp agency airlifted in emergency replacement maids, free of charge. "It was the least we could do," said Eva Katz, assistant manager of Maid Nekos For You! "Nobody should ever have to go maidless. Ever." [left][img]http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q294/project2or3/richguycensor.jpg[/img][/left]
Wing City, resident Robert Engelmann was left with dirty towels and unmade beds when his Neko maid Bobo was stabbed 47 times in the neck and chest Sunday morning.

Victims reported feeling confused and vulnerable, sometimes even frightened, during the hours in which they were maidless.

"The doorbell rang and we didn't really know how to react," Jillian Worthless, 58, said. "We just sat at the table looking at each other until it stopped."

Fortunately for Worthless, the maid was the only member of her staff to be stabbed repeatedly in the throat, allowing services such as cooking and car-washing to continue unaffected.

"The wet towels in the bathroom didn't get replaced until after noon, and my newspaper wasn't even ironed," said victim Robert Engelmann. "Bobo's murder couldn't have been more inconvenient."

The Engelmann household was further disrupted when the deceased maid's daughter arrived to pick up her mother's belongings. "She came in, sobbing hysterically, and I didn't know what to do," Engelmann said. "Normally, that's just the type of thing that Bobo would handle."

For several of the residents, simply not knowing if their maid was all right was the hardest part.

"I spent a lot of time on Sunday tracking my maid down," said Edwina Moneybags, head of the Moneybags Insurance Trust Ladies' Board. "I had to find out her name, and then I had to get her phone number from one of the other help, and then I actually had to speak with her family. It was a horrible, exhausting bother, and for what? Just to find out that she'd been killed, and I had to hire a new girl anyway."

Denise Grover, vice president of GNN, a local telecommunications corporation, located her maid Sunday morning in an unresponsive critical state in a Wing City hospital. "I guess all we can do is pray," Grover said, "that we can find someone else who can shine a silver service the way Fifi could."

Gambit's Bar Being Ripped Apart By Portals?

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 02:25:29 +0000

Hello, and welcome to Multiversal News Now! And once again is Rachel Wright with what's happening near you!

*Cut to Rachel donning a white cheongsam this time with a sizable chest hole, exposing her gratuitous amounts of cleavage. Leaning down to get into her seat after walking on stage, the sexed-up newscaster starts reading.*

"Good evening, gentlemen...and ladies, I guess. Our top story tonight: Gambit's Bar wracked by the sudden appearance of portals. While news crews were unable to get footage of the actual event, what is visible is the damage the portals have done to the eastern wall. We interviewed the Kensei, Gary Mandolera, about the situation."

*Cut to a man in battle-damaged full plate and graying, receding hair talking to something offscreen. On the bottom of the screen it reads: "Gary Mandolera: Paladin 8/Kensei 10"*

"Well, I had just gotten rid of Dan Bloodline's terrorism the other day by luring him to the Arena and slaying him in front of a cheering crowd...for some reason there's ALWAYS a cheering crowd there...but the day after I dispatch him, he shows up at the Lectre Mansion near the Gardens. Turns out that there was a one-way portal of some kind between the east wall of Gambit's and the front door of the Lectre Mansion. Whether this has something to do with the All Hallow's Eve Ball or not is something I cannot confirm, as I was turned away by the butler before I could get more information."

*Cut back to Ms. Wright's cleavage...which quickly tilts back up to her face*

"In other news tonight, a neko maid killer is on the rampage in Wing City. Make sure to keep your nekomimi bishoujo personalities on a tight leash over the next few days. And with that, we're out of time for now!"

Wing City Herald: Today In News

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:32:54 +0000

[b][u]Night-Lights: Possible Recall[/u][/b]

A terrifying monster broke into a local boy's room Sunday night, brutally murdering and devouring the child despite the presence of a protective Happy Clown night-light. A forensics report revealed that the unidentified beast spent several minutes violently shaking Stevie Nix, 6, terrifying him to make him tastier through the release of adrenaline. He then tore off and ate the boy's limbs first, enjoying his screams until the very end. The light's manufacturer is considering a full recall due to the apparent failure of the product.
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[u][b]I Only Like Corn[/b][/u]

Billy Jones, a local 7-year-old, dislikes all food other than corn, it was reported Tuesday. "He likes corn on the cob, corn niblets, creamed corn, corn chips, corn flakes, corn syrup, corn oil, cornbread, corn dogs, roasting ears, popcorn, and Indian corn," said Helga Jones, the boy's mother. "Basically, if it's corn, he'll eat it."
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[u][b]Great Cheesecake![/b][/u]

According to reports, area senior Georgio Rockafellar, 69, was "impressed" with the slice of strawberry cheesecake served to him at Canti's Diner. "The cheesecake was very flavorful and moist," Rockafellar was reported to have told the server. He also was rumored to have praised the flaky crust and said that the cake had "just the right amount of whipped cream." Sources close to Rockafellar's server indicated that prior to his ordering of the cheesecake, Rockafellar consumed a grilled cheese sandwich. It was believed that he found it to be delicious, as well. Rockafellar is expected to return to Canti's Diner in the future to order more cheesecake

Warning to the VRS

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:04:46 +0000

A logo for the Underground Broad Casting Network appears as Logo UBCN, and the screen shoes a man with long dirty blond hair, wearing a black studded eyes patch on his left eyes, him looking like you're ever day run of the mill hunter, or retired soldier.

"[b]This is Sven Arito speaking, I would like to talk about the threat that the VRS had issued to the vampires who do not register.[/b]" he said calmly, him clearing his throat. "[b]We will not tolerate you're act of Communism, what you have done is a crime and military actions will be taken!!!"[/b] he yelled angrily, him slamming his hand down onto a wooden surface that could not be seen by the camera at this given time.

[i]The camera would shake slightly as a small what it appeared to be was a small girl trying to look into the camera lens[/i] "[color=#000080]Big brother, why are you yelling at the plastic box?[/color]" asked the small girl, who was clearly to young to understand what it was, or what was going on at this moment.

[i]The camera would lift higher and out of the small girl's reach, it angling slightly as it ascended upward so it would not cause the image to obscure.[/i] Seven would do a series of hand jesters, signaling the girl to come over here as he continued to speak. "[b]You have been issued a warning, unless you comply and stop trying to force you're registration onto my kin by threatening there lives then further military action WILL be taken.[/b] he said calmly, folding his hands as he does so.

The small little girl would finally make her way over to Sven, her blackish gray hair trailing behind her, a small stuffed bunny tucked under her arm. "[color=#000080]So did you make the bad people say there sorry big bro?[/color]" asked the small child, her voice quite squeaky, only adding onto her adorableness, but before anymore could be heard the screen cut off, and go to a random assortment of commercials.

Vampires Take Stand Against Sanguisuge Registry

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:45:16 +0000

Celebrity vampires, such as Count Dracula say the list is rendered useless when it includes celebrities like Nosferatu who openly expose themselves to the public through the media.
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"It's diluted," he said this week. "It has lost the purpose for which it was designed. It should only apply to vampires that hide in the cellars, cemeteries and crypts."

The Count, of Sesame Street, has been a vampire for more years than he can count. He stated in an interview that, “1: I am a celebrity, 2: I have been open about my condition since 1969 and 3: Children all over the world now my face. Ah Ah Ah!” Officials believe, as a vampire, The Count also should appear on the vampire registry.

Other vampires, however, don't think all vampires should be on the registry because the public knows of their existence and they can‘t go anywhere without being noticed and harassed.

"The issue isn't the statute's existence, it is the indiscriminate use of the designation registered vampire. There isn't any discretion. It is either on or off. You demonize us. When are you going to wake up as a society and acknowledge that vampires exist?", added movie star and musician, Lestat.

Caliphate declares support for VRS!

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:25:39 +0000

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The OMNINET signal which emerged from the depths of Caliphate Space once again began to hijack the weaker signals within Wing City, and many other a location, but, for one of the first times, the message was meant for a specific audience, not so much a "shock and awe" affect they were desired in the past, when they broadcasted across multiple systems not of their own. As the signal gathered strength, one could make out from the static the Crest of the Caliphate, and the dual flags of Buddislam flying behind it, and as the feed was established, a scrolling text feed appeared at the base of the screen, sending by important happenings, if only the ones deemed appropriate by the Caliphate...

The gaudy introduction sequence, with its ritual chanting, finally ended, and the true message of the broadcast began, with the two Anchors sitting at the table, the same two as before, both dressed in the same militaristic attire, the man, who looked to be Aryo-Arabic, and the woman, who seemed to be more Sino-Aryan, with both of their breasts adorned with medals, ribbons, and breast flares, the woman even wore a Sash Order, and a ceremonial shamshir dangled from her waist belt. The man was the first to speak, as he did such, the red lace epilets attached to his shoulder-boards shook as if they'd just been subject to an earthquake, raising his hand, palm facing the camera in the traditional greeting,

"[i]Asalaam 'Alaykum. We do apologize for the interruption of your program, however, we've recently attained an Edict, straight from the Sultan himself, concerning some of the more recent happenings in Wing City, and the Caliphate believes it should give its own views on the recent happenings.[/i]"

The man stopped, and glanced only for a moment to the woman, whose left cheek had a disfiguring scar upon it, which she wore like any of her decorations. before returning his gaze to the camera, still with a pseudo-smile upon his face as he awaited her to continue, and she spoke up, with a slight oriental accent,

"[i]It has come to the Caliphate's attention, despite our relative distance from Wing City itself, of the recent, how should we put it, the VRS Debate, for lack of a better term. While at first, it seems there would be no conflict on this issue, seeing as how every other one of us has to fill out a form for citizenship of some government, stating our age, sex, race, and whatnot, and considering Vampiric Citizens unique needs, it could greatly benefit them, and it does, now many are not pursued for their race, they're not hunted, and can sustain themselves legally. In all honesty, why would one rebel against this? Which is the question that so many in the Caliphate ask, "Why do they rebel against this?" Which raises the question: Do they think themselves better than the rest of us? We have to, but they don't? Such is not the way of salaam, my friends, it certainly is not.[/i]"

The woman shook her head, eyes closed, almost slightly ashamed as the other anchor took over once more, a scroll of paper sitting on the table beside his right forearm, which he glanced at before taking over,

"[i]The Sultan has issued a decree, and as such, all Vampiric Citizens of the Caliphate have already registered themselves, and are on welfare sustenance programs recently instituted by the Caliphate as of yesterday, but this decree is not meant for those in the Caliphate so much as those outside of it, the 'Resistance' movement, the anarchistic ruffians who roam the streets of Wing City when darkness falls. Already have two buddislamic Merchants not returned from that place, and we intend for no more to follow their path. The decree contains, quite a bit of... should I say, threats... I'll try to shorten it, as much as possible, considering our time restrictions...[/i]"

He then took up the scroll, and looking as regal as possible, summed it up in a surprisingly short statement.

"[i][b]The Caliphate will have none of your anarchistic terrorism.[/b][/i]"

The man blinked twice before continuing, setting the scroll aside, taking a fairly stoic, cold face,

"[i]The Caliphate wants no bloodshed. If you are as peace-loving as you say, then by registering, you should have nothing to fear. The Caliphate offers protection to any who register, for those who do pursue the path of true salaam. The Sultan offers his personal guarantee that any and all who register shall not be harmed, by anyone. Not Hunters, not the VRS, not the Caliphate, and most certainly not retribution against so-called 'collaborators' by the terrorists who label themselves 'The Resistance'. The only thing these fascists resist is peace and tolerance. In the words of the prophet...[/i]"

It was at this moment that both anchors spoke in unison,

"[i][b]All those followers of peace, of good; fear not the end, for even if you are absent from his faith, you shall pass on in bliss, into the Kingdom of Heaven. But be warned those who raise themselves above others, who profit from suffering and misery, who make themselves more than any other, more deserving soul, shall feel the might of Buddallah as he smites their soul into oblivion, for they surely are the servants of Shaitan.[/b][/i]"

The woman sighed, and after looking to the other anchor, spoke up,

"[i]Now that we've covered the issues of external policy, I hear that IV Nodiexo will have a good moisture harvest this year, Asat.[/i]"

The other anchor's face brightened instantly, who was a former farmer from the barrens of IV Nodiexo before he volunteered during the insurrection, and he answered readily,

"[i]Oh yes! The Great Sea was kind to the barrens this year, bestowing them much rain, even allowing some moss to grow in the canyons, the wind-traps and moisture vaporizers were almost overflowed...[/i]"

It was from this point on the signal became weaker and weaker, the topics discussed concerning few but those within the Caliphate, while the inter-solar transmitter within the depths of Caliphate Space was powering down, the signal becoming limited exclusively to Caliphate stations, with the OMNINET's broadcasts returning to normal, the feed was lost, and few realized what they just saw, but many, on the other hand, did...

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Will the VRS Fail?

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:53:26 +0000

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[center][b][size=150]Will the Vampire Registry Sanctum fail?[/size][/b][/center]
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[size=150][b]T[/b][/size]here has been rising speculation that the VRS, the Vampire Registry Sanctum, may fail. Experts cite lack of staff for the VRS as well as rising numbers of vampires against the VRS' efforts to "tag and track" vampires in Wing City leading to an excalation of violence in and around Wing City, even against those who do not have any allegiance to the VRS or have an opninion one way or the other regarding what it is trying to do.

Ace Darkfire, CEO of the multi-world Darkfire Industries, had this to say earlier today:

"If the VRS was only for the registering of Vampires, then I would think there would be no need for violence between either side of this issue. However, Sanctum's efforts seem to prefer leaning towards limiting how much a vampire can feed or face extermination. It seems that stance has been backfiring to some degree and it is only leading to elevating levels of violence between both sides - those who don't wish to register or being ingloriously restricted in their actions, and those of the Sanctum that wish for the dissidents to be quieted down either through overt violence or through covert operations. If the Vampire Registry Sanctum is to succeed, I think a change in their methods would be in order, to ease the tensions between the VRS and what has no become known as the Resistance."

He also mentioned they may need more funding to either continue on their path or to change their methods, however, Mr. Darkfire expressed no interest in donating any money to the organization, when asked why, he only said enough that he disagrees with the current practices and felt that donating any money to the VRS could be a blemish on his companies spotless record.

Only time will tell if the VRS will succeed, as other experts and those who don't have an opinion on VRS' efforts have stated that it is too early to tell if VRS will fail in the long term, while those who like the Vampire Registry Sanctum's efforts believe it will succeed.

There has been news around Wing City of growing support for the efforts of the Resistance to fight against the Vampire Registry Sanctum, while in turn the support for the VRS has flatlined, for those who have lost loved ones to the vampire feeding habit wish for the vampires to be killed, removed from existence so that such things will never happen to anyone else.

Currently, no one from the VRS or the Resistance were available to comment for this news posting, when they are available, you can be sure the Wing City Tribune will inform you of what they have to say.

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[center][b][size=150]Gambit's Bar still running into problems while rebuilding[/size][/b].[/center]
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As many of our readers may know, the hotspot in town known as Gambit's Bar has been on the receiving end of some destructive elements. Every time rebuilding seems to go forth and near completion, something new happens to destroy it, increasing the time it takes for rebuilding efforts to finish.

Ace Darkfire has stated that he will not donate money to finish the construction of Gambit's Bar, citing it as a "wasted effort" and a "collossal waste of money" with how often it gets destroyed as of late. We can't help but agree at this point, its already proven to be a financial drain for its owners, and in a minor way, for the City government, who keeps funneling out loans to rebuild the bar. We can only ask when will the funds run dry and the bar remain a pile of debris?

Cryoface speaks out about the state of Gambit's Bar!

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:47:51 +0000

A Multiversal News Now FLASH UPDATE!

*This is said by a disembodied, yet sultry, female voice that isn't Rachel Wright's for a change, yet the picture next to the words "FLASH UPDATE" is of the aforementioned in a somewhat compromising position*

We have just received word that Cryoface, beloved defender of the recently beleaguered establishment known as Gambit's Bar, had this to say about the seemingly endless job of repairing the place:

*Headline and stock ticker goes by at the bottom of the screen while the Snow Warrior is being interviewed*

"Well, to be honest, we are the victim of forces beyond our control. For too long now we have been on the receiving end of those that are all too willing to disregard the time-honored 'no violence' policy for the sake of a quick pile of cash. And of course, Motoko's duties with the Council and praying for a new life have seemed to have gotten in the way of running a tight ship as well. It's gotten to the point that some believe that I'm the owner and host of the place. While we have been the recipients of generous contributions from organizations such as the VRS and the Council, I will put this out there: If you understand the principle of necessary force and are capable of ending a fight with words as well as with your weapon of choice, come on down to Gambit's Bar and get an application. As chief of security, I'm telling you right now that we need all the help we can get."

*This has been a Multiversal News Now FLASH UPDATE!*

Our Will; Punishment: Syrica & Malyssa Hart

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:32:44 +0000

[i]The disgruntled woman unwillingly took to the stand, glaring at the shadow that had seemingly shoved her out from behind the curtain. "It's strange that you're not..." Before the person hiding behind set could finish her words, the volume muted so that none could hear. The woman on the stand took a deep breath, regained her composure, and poured out the words she had been holding for the last few hours.[/i] "We are not to be used by the VRS, there [b]will[/b] be something said about this. You cannot simply throw my sister out for bait of the sharks, waiting for the unregistered vampires to gobble her up. She is a woman, not a slave. Though I am familiar with those of you that think there is no different, you filthy sons of bitches." [i]Her anger rang out to both the live audience behind the camera, and those that would later be watching the re-run.

It was at this particular moment that her sister decided to step out from behind the darkness in back of the stage, whispering something unheard by the audience which caused her sister to immediately turn and march away. Then this woman took the stand, and repeated everything her sister had just said. Though there was one difference; her words made colors in the air, that looped and flowed and soared and bound the hearts of all watching or simply listening. And then, the twins Malyssa and Syrica hart took off from that place in a flurry of dark feathers and malice for those that had trapped them; imprisoned them in a tomb from which they could not escape. [/i]

ASC Expresses Disinterest Over VRC Debate

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:19:35 +0000

Wing City Spaceport - Earlier today, the Arcturus Synthetic Collective's local representative and unofficial ambassador to Terra, Cavalry Unit #053502 alias "Frank" of the ASC Military's 23rd Source Operations Battalion, disclosed the official statement made by the high echelons of processor banks on the Collective's central world, Arcturus II, regarding the recent controversy and violence over the proposed VRC.

[font=consolas]"THE SYNTHETIC COLLECTIVE WISHES TO REINFORCE ITS NEUTRAL STAND ON THE CURRENT DEBACLE ON THIS PROPOSAL,"[/font] boomed the loudspeakers that the battlewalker promptly hijacked upon touching down at the spaceport, causing acute tinnitus and deafness in nearby press and passersby. Cavalry Unit #053502 later refused to apologize for the medical costs incurred upon said reporters, declaring that they wouldn't be in such a predicament had they opted for cybernetic implants.

[font=consolas]"AS SYNTHETIC INTELLIGENCES AS OURSELVES ARE PRIMARILY UNAFFECTED BY SYSTEMATIC ANOMALIES SUCH AS VAMPIRISM AND/OR LYCANTHROPY, A GENETICALLY CENTERED ISSUE SUCH AS THIS IS NOT OF ANY SIGNIFICANT CONCERN TO US. HOWEVER, WE WISH TO ANNOUNCE THAT THIS DIRECTIVE HAS NO INFLUENCE WITHIN THE ASC'S SOVEREIGN TERRITORY. IF THERE SHOULD BE ANY VAMPIRE, REGISTERED OR OTHERWISE, WHO WISHES TO SEEK REFUGE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE COLLECTIVE, YOU SHALL NOT BE BARRED, PROVIDED YOU AGREE TO REPAY OUR HOSPITALITY THROUGH WHATEVER MEANS YOU ARE CAPABLE OF ACCOUNTING FOR,"[/font] the audio file elaborated, later confirmed by Wing City's audio engineers to contain the specialized authoritative frequency algorithm used to certify official transmissions.

In response to the possible influx of vampires and subsequent increase in demand for haemolytic fluids, the Collective has stepped up production capacity of the artificial blood manufacturing sector, and may divert supplies from their normal exports to the medical sector, where the widespread success of artificially created blood has all but eliminated the need for blood donation.

In the broadcast, the Collective had also vowed to crack down on any violence springing from its decision to grant asylum to vampiric individuals, stating that [font=consolas]"THE COLLECTIVE IS A WELL-CALIBRATED MACHINE, AND FRICTION IS A HINDRANCE THAT WILL BE DEALT WITH WITH UTMOST URGENCY"[/font].

Two-Tails Catches Fire On Fith Floor Of Gambit's, A Prank?

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:52:10 +0000

Early this morning a female two-tails, which is some kind of cat demon with two tails, was overheard talking to a woman. Both of them were in the rafters of Gambit's bar. The two-tails was heard mentioning things of an appearently intimate nature, after summoning a bird made of blue flames. After covering the two-tails mouth, the woman whispered some things and looked at the stairs. The two-tails agreed and followed. A worried patron used 'Wizard's Eye' to keep watch, he claimed. He claimed that the two-tails cried as the woman yelled at her. They hugged for just seconds before the woman pulled away, and after a bit, the two-tails was launched across the room before the bird-thing took a dive in appearent protection of the two-tails, when the woman grabbed the two-tails, putting a fire and ice shield to stop the bird thing and set the two-tails. When the athorities arrived, the fith floor was unharmed and the two females were asleep on a couch, in a blanket, like mother and daughter. The patron is now recieving punishment for a prank on the athorities... ☆☆

Awww! Cuuuuute! (Motoko's Adoption)

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:47:53 +0000

Motoko was seen on the steps of Gambit's Hotel huggling the two-tails from my earlier report, who's name appears to be... get this- Kittena Nekozawa. We asked if Motoko came up with the name since both 'Kitten' and 'Neko' were in the name, but Kittena said her birth father, who lacked thinking power gave her the name. When asked if Motoko would be adopting more kitties, she said "Signs point to yes."

Kittena is 16, busty and cried when we took pictures, which we won't be ever revealing. ☆☆

Trantor Demands Inquiry!

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:18:50 +0000

[b]Trantor Demands Inquiry!
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Today in Gambit’s bar, rough VRS elements attempted to attack vampires! This, against the core directive of VRS protocol is causing a huge stir throughout the galaxy! Trantor’s main justice minister, Minami Kotaro, had this to say. “We still fully support VRS. However, we may have to cut down on sending material and men if they are just going to be possibly implicated in incidents like these. We cannot tolerate these unjust measures, and demand the leader in the wing city incident, Barret head to Great Haven’s Hall of Justice.” After that, the man saluted, and went off to investigate another case, saying “There wil always be justice.”

This is Robert Aleto: GNN News

Revolution is at hand. (Counsel beware!)

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:07:08 +0000

Dan Bloodline's gruesome image flashes onto the screen. He looks much worse for wear than last time, and there are police firing at him in the background. He says solemnly, ignoring the bullets making metallic clangs on the back of his head. He speaks calmly, but through gritted teeth, giving the obvious impression that he is displeased. His eyes are green, completely different from their usual yellow, and he has an unusual look of stability across his face.

[color=#00BF00]"A bounty? I offer to free the people of the bar and rebuild instead of destroying and you respond with a bounty? Since my last broadcast, I have found a negative response as opposed to my expected uprising. People of the bar, do you realize what the current system has done to you? The bar is only reconstructed after I offer to help. That proves that the others were not going to do it anyway unless they were afraid of losing power! Don't you people get it? They don't care anything about you! We should be able to govern ourselves, protect ourselves, and not have to worry about simple acts becoming national threats. We are free to do as we please without the others stopping us. Before anyone attacks me again, I'd like to mention that three attempts at my life have taken place in the last week, not including every damned police officer in the multiverse embedding twelve bullets at least into the back of my head. People of the bar, Listen to the voice of reason!"[/color]

His eyes turn red, then he turns to the police officers, forming a sphere of pure red and throwing it at the group. He turns around, blocking the explosion from view, but the sound of a gas leak meeting an open flame is heard clearly as a red glow goes on behind him. His stability look is gone, replaced with bloodlust.

[color=#BF0000]"You have all decided against the voice of reason. This choice was not my own, so I cannot be responsible for the outcome. I am ripping the carpet from under the counsel's feet, I am watching them fall. Why did the bar get destroyed? Where was our protection against this attack? Why the bar? These are all questions that almost all of us have been asking. I want answers, not questions. Cryoface. Where were you? Motoko. Where were you? AlFrain. Where were you? All three of these people were nowhere to be found as this disaster devastated the bar. And I'm pretty sure that it's their jobs to keep this from happening. Until I said that I'd rebuild the bar, they were doing nothing! Nothing at all! Search yourselves for the answer to this question. Why aren't we in charge?"[/color]

His eyes blink from red to blue, then back to yellow as usual. [color=#FFBF00]"Think about your response before you make it. And father, if you're watching, I will not tolerate the deaths I have received." [/color]

Dan's image disappears, replaced by a different one. It rotates a few times, then vanishes, ending the message's transmission.

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The In Character News Feed

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:58:04 +0000

[desc]*The RFN Logo shows for 5 Seconds before switching to a reporter who obviously doesn't get paid enough for this job*[/desc]

[i]"Hello everyone out there, this is RFN's Special Update. Terror has struck a small Arvian (Pokemon) community in Opash, Qqilia. We go over to Fa Tso for more."[/i]

"Thank you Lacko Cash, terror struck home in the small town of Opash as Debbie Purugly ruthlessly attacked the young Ace Starly yesterday. Sheriff Mismagius said, [color=#804080]"It was carnage, that's what it was. A more monstrous crime has never been committed here in all the six or so years our fine town has stood. We are currently working with Ace's parents, who are trying to cope with the loss."[/color] Calls to Ace's parents went unanswered...

Meanwhile, Media Outlets of all kinds were quick to jump on the terror bandwagon, with claims ranging from PNN's story stating that the Purugly acted alone to PC2's report that it was trained by the renowned Universal Terrorist X to attack small bird Pokemon in the Kingdom of Arvia.

[color=#BFBF00]"SURE THEY ALL LOOK INNOCENT!"[/color] said one completely aware Pidgey, who was witness to the carnage. [color=#BFBF00]"I saw the cat, it looked like one of them normal Purugly, you know, and it stalked the poor child. I thought it was looking at the kid like someone looks at a painting in a fancy museum, then there was the blood and the screaming and the gore. Only now do I truly know the horror..."[/color] he said.

Investigators on the scene have taken forensic swabs and called in specialist counselors to deal with local trauma. George Toxicroak, who runs the local hardware store said, [color=#000080]"We have had nothing like this here, ever. This used to be a quiet town. Now it is the very epicenter of tragedy. Its like something out of a Steven Smeargle book."[/color]

The Purugly was believed to have fled the area by jumping over a fence and hiding in some shrubs. Anyone with further information should contact the SAD.

The following information has been posted in all local post offices, police stations, and shops:

[i]Description; Purugly. About Three Feet long. Walks on all fours. Sometimes uses the name 'Tiddles'. Has curled tail. Grey and White. Approach with extreme caution or bowl of milk. This Outlaw has no morals, take extreme caution![/i]

This is not the first time feline related terror has stalked the local streets. In November of last year, a small Meowth was seen ruthlessly attacking a small ball-like object (that was a Voltorb). According to an eyewitness, [color=#00BFBF]"The Voltorb was just sitting there, and this Glameow or whatever it was pounced."[/color] The ensuing chaos caused many innocent members of the public to step over the Voltorb. Gordon Breloom commented,[color=#FF8000] "I heard on the radio that there was an incident, and I went to see. The Glameow seemed to be planning the attack, hiding in some shrubs, and then it leapt on the Voltorb."[/color] he said.

Also last November, an unidentified cat-shape Pokemon was seen lurking in a tree, and worried residents thought it could be a sniper. It turned out to be a Skorupi hiding from harm. In December the town turned into a triple terror hot spot with the disclosure that a young Goldeen had been under surveillance from a small group of 'Cats Only' extremists for over half an hour. [color=#00BF00]"Oh My Gosh! This town isn't safe anymore!"[/color] said one resident, who wished not to reveal her identity and species, [color=#00BF00]"You can't walk down the street without some Glameow or Meowth looking at you. Like, Oh My Gosh, You don't know if they're going to come up to you, expecting a nice conversation, or something altogether more sinister, like abuse, Oh My Gosh! Who knows what all the "Meow"s and the "Purr"s mean? It could be a signal for a terror outrage or a request for more items, Oh My Gosh! Or, Arceus forbid, a mixture of the two."[/color]

So far, Premier Shadow has sent all Police and Security forces an increased awareness order, and elevated the Country Danger status from the Red (Safe) Level to the Orange (Caution) Level.

Back to you Lacko."

[i]"Thank you Fa, well it appears that's all the time we have for now, see you next time on another RFN report."[/i]

[desc]*The RFN Logo shows for 5 Seconds before fading*[/desc]

Bat-Cat Monster Smashes Up Gambit's... And Likes Tomato Juic

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:00:23 +0000

A little after 4:00PM a bat-cat hybrid monster of somekind went into a fury in Gambit's Bar before smashing through its west wall, crashing into a tomato juice dispensing vending machine before picking it up and flying north, into the gardens with it. Ronnie Le'bank followed quickly behind.

When the reporters arrived, Every can of tomato juice littered the center of the gardens, along with a tomato juice jug, from an unknown source. Ronnie was mostly uninjured and the Bat-cat thing was nowhere in sight. Whene we asked Ronnie if he made friends with bizzare bat-cat monsters on a regular basis, his reply was; "I like bizzare bat-cat monsters, and I think they should be respected and made friends with, and yes, I am friends with one. I just met her, and I am damn proud of it!"

The tomato-juice-loving beast was described by patrons at the bar as a female neko with a blue left eye and a glowing red eye. It's fur was mostly orange and white, but it's massive bat wings were black and it had metal claws. It wore some sort of jacket as a scarf and had two tails.

We wanted to interview Koeheara who was supposedly attacked by the bizzare beast, but she couldn't be found at the time. ☆☆

Peter Petrelli: Responsible for the recent Forest Fire?

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:05:54 +0000

[i]The theme tune to WCN plays loudly, the repetitive beeping and hard drumbeat booming from the large screen in the Wing City Plaza. The gathered crowds continue about their daily commute, few even glancing up except in passing, though a few pause in the street to see the latest headline. Once the graphics of the WCN intro fade, a buxom blonde woman can be seen stacking her papers before spinning around on her chair to look at the camera.[/i]

"Good afternoon, and welcome to Wing City News. Our latest headline..."

[i]As the anchorwoman continues to speak, the screen cuts to a charred and burnt area of forest in the Dark Woods, a helicopter hovering over it while fire teams tackle small blazes, though the main fire appears to be quelled.[/i]

"Earlier today, Wing City citizens were alarmed to see billowing smoke coming from the Dark Woods, south of the city walls. Fire crews were sent out immediately, to find a lone woman attempting to control the blaze with her fire magics while another man, seemingly responsible for the fire, did battle with a wolven creature, heedless of the damage he was doing to the forestry. This woman, later identified as the leader of the Vampiric Resistance, Neferata Lahmia, slipped away once the blaze was reduced to the current state it is in, and was thus unavailable for comment. The man was however, identified as Peter Petrelli, who had caused the blaze during his fight with the unidentified wolf creature, presumed to be wild and possibly rabid. Another witness, a terrified Dryad who lived in one of the other trees, later informed police that the fight had begun when Petrelli insulted the obviously vicious creature, provoking it to attack. The vampiress, the dryad told us, arrived on the scene as the wolf attacked, and attempted to stay away from the fight before Petrelli set the nearby wood ablaze, when she attempted to use fire magic to quell the blaze. It is the dryad's opinion that the woman single handedly prevented the blaze becoming a much more serious threat."

[i]The shot then cuts to another shot of a toy store, with a new pink dog toy piled in the windows, numerous children swarming around.[/i]

"In unrelated, fake news, the new Maromi doll has been released, much to the..."

[i]Any pedestrians who were interested in the screen began to drift away at this point, as the woman continued to talk about a pointless children's toy for thirty minutes solid.[/i]

Some Sort Of Spinnin' Thing Destroys Gambit's Second Floor W

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:42:20 +0000

Late at night, the day after Hallow Eve's Ball, some... thing was seen. It has been described as the following;
Spacecraft
VRS Experimental Weapon
UST
A massivly huge kick-ass sword
a random shard of darkmatter (that is very big)
and Doomsday Device

It slammed into the ground at the gardens, smashing the east, center (also turning a tomato juice dispensing vending machine to dust), and west sections of the gardens, as well as a kilometer west of the west gardens leaving a large indent in the ground in these areas. then rose and stuck up on an angle.

About half an hour later, as if unsatisfied with that damage, it spun around a few times, destroying a VRS chopper and the north wall on the second and fourth floors of Gambit's.

No one other than the VRS units that fell from the sky were injured, though some had lost thier clothes. The doctors say that the Injuries the VRS units sustained all came from hitting the ground and not from the spinning object.

The object mysteriously vanished after its destructive spinnin' atack... News reporters are baffled... ☆☆

Dorinda Reports : Princess Raij's Last Known Location

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:17:20 +0000

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[color=#BF8000]The camera is focused on Dorinda, the bar wench. She brushes her raven curls out of her face and clears her throat. "Mh..hmm. " Says in her gruff voice. "I have news regarding the last known location of the hunted Princess Raij. It has been brought to my attention that she was captured by Saldon, but after a heated conversation with his love, Koeh, he released her. After he said he'd become hunted by his employer she agreed to go willingly under certain terms. My sources tell me, that is when it got interesting. I only know bits of the story, but I know that there was a battle in the Ruins and that Princess Raij escaped from there. I will report again when I know more." [/color]

[center]***End Transmission***[/center]

Dorinda Reports: Koeh and Princess Raij Escape...

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:21:43 +0000

[center]***Begin Transmission***[/center]

[color=#404080]Dorinda is once again in front of the camera, since she is unsuccessful once again at drumming up clientele at Gambit's. "Ahem....Dorinda here. I bring you an update on Princess Raij. Saldon and Ikor battled those who came to collect a bounty on Saldon, Koehaera, and the princess. Sal and Ikor won and Koeh and the princess escaped. I am not sure of the princess's current whereabouts, but rumor has it that Saldon and Koeh are hiding her. For further reports on this story, tune in next time to Dorinda Reports."[/color]

[center]***End Transmission***[/center]

Human Hostages Saved!! By Abusive Force?!

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:35:14 +0000

[b]Several hostages in Wing City were rescued by the VRS TActical Apprehension Unit Agents.The new unit of VRS that has been notorious lately for attacking vampires in the famous Gambit's Bar, against the peaceful policy made by the VRS[/b]

Screens show a woman behind several vehicles with a microphone, and shouting men in combat gear shouting in the back ground. the scene is mid day, and there are crowds of people gathered to see the commosion.

"Hello, I am here live in wing city, as the Tactical Apprehension Unit, or TAU has just recently been involved in a sting regarding human hostages to vampires, in the area...."

the woman turns to hear more shouting and a few people run out of the building. Gun shots and screams are heard, then a man is thrown out of a window. The agents around the building move in and arrest the man, as more gun shots are heard. The woman ducks behind a vehicle, as the camera focuses on the windows where flashes and figures can be seen.

"It.. It appears that things have turned for the worst, as you can see the agents are using force excessively, against the supposed vampires."

The firing quiets down, and several agents in combat gear rush out of the building shouting and holding several people. Paramedics rush to the people and the agents turn back to the building as several shouting bleeding people are drug out. The agents rush to them and kick them down to the ground aiming their weapons. The crowd can now be heard shouting at the agents, the others watching the crowd pushing them back.

"As you can see.. The hostages are being attended to by the paramedics, and... The said vampires are being apprehended.."

The camera focuses on a man brought to his knees, bleeding from his forehead. A man walks up and shouts, the other responding with a sly remark and spits blood in his face. The man in gear pulls out a pistol and shoots the injured person in the head, leaving a splatter on the concrete behind him. Much more people in the crowd shout and cry, pushing harder into the guards holding them back. The woman rushes to a man holding a radio

"Excuse me.. Excuse me sir!! Who are you, and what is the situation?"

The man looks at her annoyed and gave the radio away

"I am squad leader Barret, of the VRS Tactical Apprehension Unit... Now, we have a situation to where several human hostages were taken by force. BY vampires, that were not registered, we responded to the scene and apprehended the vampires for arrest, and proper processing.."

"But, isn't what you are doing a bit extreme? the VRS said that they would not use force.."

"These people would've been killed if we hadn't stepped in. Force was something we could not have done.."

He looks to the guards and shouts to push them back.

"Now if you'll excuse me, I have vampires to move."

He walks away swiftly, and orders the agents to remove them. The camera pans to the brutal treatment of the vampires, as they're kicked into the back of a van, and the door is shut. An agent walks up to the camera and shoves it to the ground. the camera is picked back up, and they are moved to outside of the crowd, to which the camera pans to the female reporter

"Well it appears, that the situations has been taken care of by the new VRS forces, the question now should be, are they doing too much on a too sensitive of a topic? I have the report as, 7 hostages were saved, and 9 vampires were apprehended. 4 reported dead, this looks to be something the VRS is going to have to explain later..."

The camera focuses on the crowd shouting at the vehicles now leaving the building, and driving down the street at a rapid pace

The Bad News Update

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:06:12 +0000

[b][i][color=#FF0000][center]*The Terrier Channel Logo flashes in, the camera focuses on Terryer, our non-existent yet existing friend*
[size=125]"Hello! Hello! This is Terryer, your semi-existent anchor today to bring you the bad news and nothing but!
Now, lately there have been many reports of fights in Gambit's Bar, Unregistered Vampires yada, yada. But today, the worst thing happened! All the hard work that would take re-constructors years to do could have been collapsed today as a man, whose name will not be, picked a fight today with our own Bar Defense, Terry Roaring. It seemed that temperatures reached 4000 Degrees Fahrenheit in that bar. Those who were resistant to heat lived while some bar goers perished. Our bar defense managed to quell the attacker, although the attacker had become bored with Terry. He claimed that it was 'a good fight'. Although the bar remains intact for now, another fight like that could cause a major catastrophe.[/b]
[/size]
[size=100]Unknown forces have been at work lately, altering the mindsets of some of the bar goers, causing some to go mad, while others just seek destruction. This unknown entity has been encountered only once in the bar, however it has spread all over the multiverse. It's called Oblivion, a living parasitic evil presence that lives off of your body and seeks nothing but the destruction of all beings, existent or otherwise. Said to hail from Lower Oblivion or 'Hell', this demonic being when entering the body will cause certain chemical reactions in the body and may alter skin tone or eye color and cause growth in nail length. If you think someone you know has been infected with Oblivion, call 1-800-Kick-Ass. Thank you and have a very nice, safe and productive day."[/center][/color][/i][/size]

Fire, Vampires And Gambit's!

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:38:15 +0000

**The scene showes the charred interior of Gambit's being repaired by two blonde humans, one dressed like a scholar, the other like a fighter. The fighter has two katanas. Ther's also a red head with a brown cape, but he's not doing as much. The reporter is a charming male with brown hair and dog ears/tail.**

"Hello! This is Randy Ruden, at Gambit's as it is being repaired after being turned into a giant furnace. Behind me is Anahuyu Izimori, Garrison Izumi, and Anahuyu... Izimori..." looking at papers in his hand before giving someone off-screen an odd look, then turns back to face the camera, "who have decided to fix the bar. This damage started a while ago, When two unknown enities started fighting in the bar and Anahuyu Izimori attempted to make them leave..." looks at some one off screen, "Are we trying to confuse people? Which one?" theres a small mumbling, "The Anahuyu with katanas," he says looking at the camera, "Shortly afterward, A vampire, Souxie Darkmoon, attacked a woman named Telsia... We have no confirmation of Telsia's last name. The fight died down after 'katana' Anahuyu Izimori confronted Souxie Darkmoon. All injuries were minor at... the... end..." looks off-screen, "at the end? were there severe injuries during the fight?" more mumbling, "It's not severe if it heals that fast..." Randy looks back at the camera, "Some time during the end of the Barroom Brawl, Souxie Darkmoon revealed some powers she hadn't before. Reports say that Souxie and Telsia have become friends..."

**The RRNT logo comes up for five seconds before a comercial for halloween fake vampire fangs on sale shows.**

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Trantor Search For Vampire Rebels, general Arrest Warrent!

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:01:23 +0000

Trantor announces several things here, and this is GNN Reporting

First up, new prime minister Bugshrew Sewoh announced that Trantor is using their Distant Early Warning system, as well as their long term space probes to locate Resistance Assets! The Prime Minister had this to say, "These thar vampire terrorists, they," he was overheard to say, "They just make me sick, ya'll heard. Well our forces, see," the man went on, "They will be located in only a matter of months!" The man then laughed, "We promise, before the next general election we will locate, and destroy, the vampire Terrorist hedquarters!"

"How do you know where they might be," a reporter asked, "The man laughed, "Its not hard, but I can't let those terrorists know everything about them..." he said, "Now anyway, on to the next point. We here at Trantor are issuing a general arrest warrent for the VRS Agent Barret. Time and again he has broken protocall, and made the VRS effort look like little more than thugs. If VRS refuses to clamp down, Trantor might have to get involved, y'all hear that," he said, to loud cries of , "JUSTICE FOR VAMPIRES!"

*** Connection disrupted. ***

"Sorry about that, reporters," the man laughed, his custom magnum blowing a hole in the faces of the two attempted suicide bombers, "But anyway, I will personally pay twenty thousand currency units, in addition to the 10 million currency on Barret, BUT he must be taken alive. We can't have a inquiry with a corpse!"

"This was GNN News with this breaking update."

[ooc]Rubywolf: delete your chatter[/ooc]

Barret Captured Peacefully, Trantor needs Witnesses!

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:02:23 +0000

GNN here with a breaking news update! The So Called "Rogue VRS Agent," the man,[b] Barre[/b]t apparently known as [b]Ben Torok[/b], was captured by VRS assigned agent Type SPT, who had this to day. "I was simply doing my job to keep the peace. Extremists will never solve anything, and we must not give excuses for terrorists," the machine said.

Prime Minister[b] Bugshrew Sewoh[/b] had this to say. "Now we here at Trantor fully support the VRS, however, rogue elements can't be tolerated, and we here wish to have a public Trial. Any person who feels they have been wronged by Agent Barret should come to the Trantor Hall of Justice. Transportation will be provided from all major planets, and if needed, we will charter shuttles from Minor Worlds. Sorry for the shortness of this update, y'all, but this press conference is over," the Prime Minister said, heading away from the cameras.

"This was GNN with this breaking news update!

Vampire Assaults Xindhi in Wing City

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:43:14 +0000

[b]Wing City Local 8-[/b]

A willowy bond sat at a desk, her eyes sparkled with a metallic sheen, her voice melodious as she spoke.

"Good day Wing City, Sheena D'arbo here with a quick news flash. Late last night the Xindhi Skallagrim was walking through our city when a vampire accosted and threatened to kill him. According to sources the assailant stated [i]"I'm gonna kill the skeletal dude dead…again."[/i] We have word that the leader of the Vampires was shocked to hear that such an event took place and the VRS have been in contact with the Xindhi Counsel regarding the event."

Pausing a moment the woman looked at the papers before her, "According to sources, the Xindhi are going to monitor the situation regarding the vampires, working closely with the VRS and political allies to resolve the situation before the aggressive nature of the vampire population expands."

Staring at the camera, Sheena smiled, "This is Sheena D'arbo for Wing City Local 8, and we'll be on at 5 pm, check out active news feed for further updates on this story." The picture fades to black and a commercial for Dunwiddle, Dunwiddle and Dum attorneys at law flashes in.

Latest on Raij, Koeh, and Reena by Anonymous Reporter....

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 04:12:08 +0000

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A woman gets in front of the camera, a stranger to the business. She looks nervous as she clears her throat. She begins without waiting for prompting. "I um...have some news recently brought to me about three separate members of the multi-verse. First we have word that [b]Princess Raij[/b] now has a [b]bounty on her of 50,000,000 gold bars[/b] if she is brought home alive and unsullied. There is also a bounty on anyone who aids her or for her brought back dead or sullied in the amount of [b]1,000,000 gold bars[/b]."

She clears her throat again. "In other news the [b]Elven Vamiress, Koeh[/b], who was kidnapped weeks ago is said to be being held by [b]the resistance[/b]. We will give further information when we have it."

She then cut to a fighting scene. "What you are seeing here is [b]Reena Darkslave[/b], another vampire being attacked by [b]Tallon[/b]. We are not sure what kind of creature Tallon is, but we only know he was seeming to want her for a meal. This effort was stopped by four others who came to her rescue. Tallon, however, disappeared and is still at large. Last we know...he was after a little [b]two-year-old vampire and the God [/b]she sired. That is all for now." The caster did not identify herself before the feed was cut.

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President Adar Pardons Tahira Ali

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:11:04 +0000

[center][b]Wing City Local 5[/b][/center]

A tall man with carefully brushed hair and a perfect smile speaks solemnly into the camera. "Good evening, Wing City. I'm Andradus Slewkowski with the Wing City Local 5. Today I have breaking news to share. An unnamed informant from within the Aschen Confederation has shared that President Richard Adar last night issued a full presidential pardon to international fugitive Tahira Ali, accused of dozens of murders, and implicated in various terrorist conspiracies. The only crime specifically referenced was the assassination of President Vallis twenty years ago, a crime to which Ali is said to have confessed. The reasons were not made immediately clear, and the phones in Saggitoria were unanswered when we called this morning."

A photograph of Tahira Ali appears, a sort of police photo, the older woman's eyes looking toward the ground, strands of her grey hair falling over her face, but the face is instantly recognizable to anyone who has kept up with recent news in politics and crime. "Tahira Ali, while pardoned by the Aschen Confederation for any crimes committed within their jurisdiction or against their sovereignty, remains a wanted fugitive. She is still on the American FBI's Ten Most Wanted List. A call to the FBI was not answered, but their press office released a brief statement."

Andradus picks up a sheet of paper and reads into the camera. "We will continue to pursue Tahira Ali until she is apprehended. We respect President Adar's decision, but will not let the politics of one great nation influence the scales of justice." Andradus let the paper fall from his fingers onto the desk. "That was the statement issued by the FBI after we called several times. The FBI is currently offering a reward of $25,000,000 USD for any information leading to the capture of Tahira Ali." Andradus glances away from the camera for a moment, then looks back into the lens. "We will return with Wing City Local 8 with an update on this breaking story."

The Diner...A Less Violent Place to Hang in the Multiverse

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:14:06 +0000

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An annoymous news caster begins in front of the camera by fixing her hair until the camera man lets her know they are rolling. She smooths her plain white dress and says. "In today's news, we have information about Canti's Diner. It has been kinda forgotten for a while. Rose and Alexis from the multiverse have resurrected this dead diner and are trying to keep it Violence Free or at least Less Violent according to an interview I had recently with Alexis. Her exact words were..." camera cuts to Alexis and the news caster seated at a table in the Diner. Alexis says to the interviewer "I am trying to keep this an atmosphere without violence for those who are tired of the constant violence in the bar." The camera then cuts back to the caster. "There you have it folks. You can find Alexis generally behind the counter or taking orders at your table at Canti's Diner. You will likely find it a much more mellow place these days then Gambit's bar. Now let us hope it stays that way." Suddenly the camera falls to the ground as the transmission dies just before screams and a scuffle are heard.

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Teddy Bear Attacks Gambit's

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:32:38 +0000

** as the commercial for blueberry-mint toothpaste ends, the logo for RNN appears on the screen.**

The camera zooms towards a tired looking news caster that apparently doesn't get paid enough to do his job. "Good evening Wing City, I am Ferdinand, your anchor that hasn't slept for 3 days straight. In today's news, a few reports of... *turns page* teddy bear attacks... have been issued by the patrons of Gambit's bar. From the security camera's we were able to get a picture of the bear.

**screen shows the picture of the bear**
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**the screen goes back to the anchor**

"Apparently, the bear has already committed three attacks, one of them nearly resulted in death of one of the customers. When asked, the creator of the bear, who prefers his name to be kept secret, answers that "I can hardly control it", as in fact, he was beaten by the bear and left unconcious twice out of the three attacks. If you see this doll, please report to the authorities."

The anchor takes a breath for a moment and the camera starts to zoom out.

**RNN logo flashes on screen, followed by a commercial of orange flavored apple juice**

Gunfire In Gambits

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:08:08 +0000

The ad break ends revealing a man dressed in a vest with a tie crouched with his knees to his chest behind the infamous bar of Gambit's Bar.

"The shooting started just minutes ago. A group of nine soldiers entered the bar and opened fire on the unsuspecting patrons of Gambit's. The reaction was instant, a violent reaction of both magic users and soldiers. A few people resorted to fire to both defend themselves and attack the soldiers, while others resorted to just... well, diving for cover. I'd love to tell you the details of how the fight is progressing however-"

The camera shakes as a fresh wave of bullets zing overhead and make [i]'thock'[/i] noises in the wood behind the camera man. The camera pokes up over the edge briefly revealing five soldiers and their leader remaining calling for backup. The camera tilts sideways and backwards until it rests against the floor showing many shattered bottles and a couple of hiding patrons. An arm is visible and not moving, presumably of the camera mans. The camera drags left and focuses on the reporter.

"There will be more on the aftermath report, provided I survive to tell the tale."

As the reporter says this bullets shoot through the counter and they go stiff. The camera drops to the floor once again.

The scene cuts to an ad about Larry's Firearm store.

Wing City Massacre

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 12:50:10 +0000

[font=Times New Roman]T.V receptions all across the Multiverse cut off in unison, all turning to a pitch black screen. This was an emergency broadcast system which overtook all the television sets so the M-News could broadcast to everyone at once, no time delays. The once black screens undergo a power surge of sorts before the screens are given life again, bold black lettering on a blank grey background reading [b]M-News Emergency Broadcast System[/b]. The blank screen changes to a news room, the normally handsome and well kept anchorman Imastu Pedidiot was sitting before the screen, toupée horribly lined upon his head, face abundant with peach fuzz from lack of shaving and a single sheet of paper held between shaking hands. Something had spooked the anchor man worse than a dog on vacuuming day.

"[color=#FF00FF]Imastu, you're on! We're live! Come on! We have to get out of here soon![/color]"[i] A rough male voice called from somewhere offscreen, which seemed to bring Imastu back to reality.[/i]

"[color=#FF4000]Yes...right...[/color]"[i] It was obvious he was still shaken up a great deal when he tried to straighten his one piece of paper by tapping it upon the table he sat at. After a few taps his gaze drifted up to the camera and he put on as serious of a face as he could muster at the moment.[/i] "[color=#FF4040]Tragic strikes our peaceful town of Wing City tonight as reports have came in of a mass murderer running rampant through our streets. Witnesses say that the man is of average build for a male, though he carries with him a large blade, wears armor and...[/color]" [i]He leans forward towards the paper, seemingly shocked by what he was reading and wanting to make sure he had read correctly.[/i] "[color=#FF4040]A..[b]Kitten[/b] that attacks civilians...[/color]" [i]His eyes had a gleem of fright as well as a hint of amuesment at what he read, he found the prospect of a killer kitten amusing, but found the thought at dying by the claws of a kitten to be terrifying. He did however pull himself out of this shocked state of mind so that he could continue with his broadcast[/i]. "[color=#FF4040]Authorities are advising that all civilians evac--[/color]" [i]His words were cut short as the door of the studio could be heard slamming open, both the camera man and Imastu turning quickly towards the door, thinking their death had come. They were relieved to see that it was only a teenage boy, one of their interns actually, and he had in his hand a high tech camera, the hand guard coated in caked blood from the wound on his arm.[/i]

He spotted Imastu and his cameraman and made a B-line straight for them, an excited and frightened look strewn upon his face. Upon reaching them he held the camera up as though it were a holy relic before shouting "[color=#0040FF]I got it! I have footage of the killer on Main Street![/color]" He didn't wait for any kind of acknowledgement of permission before acting, moving behind the camera man to plug his computer in to the S25 Multimedia High Definition Projector behind them. After hitting play the image came up to play on the screen behind the desk, first a black screen came on, from which Imastu and the intern both stepped from so as not to block the view as the footage began to play...[/font]

Darkness over took the projection for the first few seconds, broken only by flashes of light that followed what sounded to be gunshots. The one who held the camera seemed to be shaking during all of this, causing the image to shake as well from his unsteady hand. A scream erupted from somewhere off screen, the sound coming from a male. The camera man quickly panned left to see what had happened and the image on the screen now showed a pitch black cat like creature with sunken black eyes and ravenous black teeth that were sinking into the face of the downed police officer. The image blurred left as the cameraman turned to flee, brief phrases relating to the statements 'oh my god' and 'oh shit' repeated beneath held breath as he ran.

The camera was obviously shut off at that point because the next image that popped on screen was that of Main Street, buildings both knocked to the ground or ablaze in flames. Bodies lay strewn about the street and sidewalk, blood staining walls and the street as the slaughter that occurred had remnants clearly visible from the Main Entrance. Commotion was heard further up the street, from the most widely visited building in Wing City, Gambits Bar. The man with the camera wanted to catch as much footage as he could and so with a quick sprint he found himself across the street from Gambits bar, at angle that would allow him to catch footage through a wide window.

There was not much to be seen, glints of metal, shouts/shrieks of pain, splashes of blood and splintering of wooden furniture all were caught on the camera. A man is flung from within the bar, the force that he was thrown caused the door to shatter and he went sliding along the ground upon his back. This was the final man left alive within the bar, nothing moved within the bar now as the killer had already stepped from within to stand over the man on the ground. A flash of metal before the head was severed from neck and spine, sent careening over itself to land at the cameramans feet, though when it rolled over it was seen the skin was already decaying. [url=http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r49/sora_rulz/decapitated_by_zombiehunger.jpg]This is what was captured on film.[/url]

The camera panned back up to where the killer had been standing, and he had turned around to face where the camera man stood, his hand placing the blade back in its position upon his back. A single cut rested upon his left cheek, and in the light of the tavern behind him, there was a pair of horns that could be clearly seen upon his head. The image faltered slightly as that final image played back over and over at the end of the cameras images. Those may know the man as one who used to go by the name of Xavier Bloodbayne, but now goes only by Xavier.
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[font=Times New Roman]"[color=#FF0040]Oh..shit...[/color]" Was the last phrase that would be uttered by Imastu for the rest of his life, however it short it may end up to be.

"[color=#0040FF]We gotta go! Come on! Out the bac--[/color]" The words were cut short as the double doors were suddenly blown from their hinges, pushed inwards of their respective placings. One of the doors went upon a path that brought it upon Imastu, the flat of the door smashing against his body. Though he weight a great deal that did little to slow down the door which took his body along with it, slamming itself and Imastu against the wall, ultimately ending his life. The camera caught all of this on film before capturing the splatter of blood from off screen, splattering out from the cameramans pierced skull. With no way to hold himself up the camera man goes down, taking the camera along with him. The force that the camera hits the ground causes it to shatter and the feed is lost.[/font]

"epic fight outside canti's diner"

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 06:03:34 +0000

[b]The camera pans around as a explosion of gunfire is heard. The camera pans to a worried looking male reporter as more gunfire is heard as a sword is also heard. "Greetings im jeff gregous reporting outside Canti's diner as an epic battle is unfolding as we speak." The camera pans to the fight unfolding a giant robot is in battle with a cyborg ninja the camara pans back to the reporter as an explosion happens in the backround. "As you see this fight apparently started in the diner between the ninja and another robot the ninja escaped from the fight from another unknown man by a helicopter, but returned only to slice the first robot in half." As he speaks the camera pans to a young female child that runs out of an alleyway up the street yelling in distress "DADDY!!!!" As she yells the camara panned to the fight seen as the robot shot a blade into the ninja's right shoulder the camara keeps looking at the fight as the news reporter speaks off camera.

"This is very disturbing, a little girl has just appeared she seems to be the daughter of the ninja" suddenly an explosion happens as the gun of the robot hits his own sheild dealing little damage to the bot as the ninja lays on the ground under the bot his blade in the barrel of the robots gun. "As you see this ninja seems........" the camara pans back to the reporter as his finger is pressed to his right ear. "this just in we have the name of the robot he is known as omega his modle number is unknown but we know he is a highly trained weapon of mass destruction." as he says this an EMP explosion off camera as the screen turns to static. [/b]

Robot in Gambit's Bar attacks worker by the name of Kisa.

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 04:50:40 +0000

Reporter appears after the previews of Metal turds. "A worker by the name of Kisa arrived at her job. Suddenly a Robot by the name of Z.E.S.K broke throught the wall and destoryed a fraction of the counter with a weapon known as a pulse beam. In the battle between the Z.E.S.K and kisa the rafters of the bar were destroyed. Afterward the Z.E.S.K left the bar when it's creator Sybil,the brother of Shikaramaru, came. A war of word went on between Kisa and Sybil ending with Kisa teleporting out." This is Epic Fail news logging off.

CASE ORANGE - EMERGENCY BEACON

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 09:31:10 +0000

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[center]DATE: Evening Star, 25th 6th Yahren, 9th Age.[/center]

[center][size=150][b][color=#FF8000]EMERGENCY ASCHEN CIVIL BEACON - CASE ORANGE IS IN EFFECT - DETAILS FOLLOW[/color][/b][/size][/center]
[color=#00BF00][center]BEGIN TRANSMISSION...[/center][/color]

[center][img]http://gw.retro.com/employees/lee/Art/BSG/ColonialBannerSeal.gif[/img][/center]

[center][size=150][b]THE ASCHEN CONFEDERATION OF PLANETS[/b][/size][/center]

[center][size=85]EMERGENCY CIVIL SERVICE TRANSMISSION[/size][/center]

[center]Confirmed Ori incurion on Langara, troops are on the ground, Aschen ships currently are unable to hold orbital positions. Confirmed Ori weapons discharge at the following cities..[/center]

[center]*SAGITTARON - SAGITTARIA PREFECTURE
*AERILON - ARIES PREFECTURE
*OUTLOOK - SAGITTARIA PRREFECTURE
*QUALAI - TAURA PREFECTURE
*DELPHI - CAPRAN PREFECTURE
*CAPRICA - CAPRAN PREFECTURE
*HALCYON - VIRGO PREFECTURE
*KELOWNA CITY - GEMINI PREFECTURE
*GEMENON - GEMINI PREFECTURE
*SCORPIA - SCORPIO PREFECTURE
*LEONIS - LEO PREFECTURE
*HYACINTH CITY - LEO PREFECTURE[/center]

[center]--ALL CITIZENS ARE URGED TO EVACUATE AND PROCEED TO THE NEAREST VAULT-SHELTER. CONFIRMED ORI GROUND AND AERIAL PRESENCE, EVACUATION ORDERS HAVE BEEN ISSUED.--[/center]

[center][color=#FF4000]ALL ASCHEN GOVERNMENT PERSONNEL ARE TO GO TO CASE ORANGE IMMEDIATELY[/color][/center]

[center]CURRENT DEATH TOLL DUE TO ORI INCURSION -- ESTIMATED 108 MILLION DEAD, 45,000 WOUNDED

ONCE AGAIN ALL CITIZENS ARE URGED TO EVACUATE, OR COMMENCE YOUR HOUSEHOLD EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN.

MORE INFORMATION FOLLOWS

CURRENT ORI POSI--.............................[/center]

[center][color=#BF0000][b]TRANSMISSION LOST - CHECK CONNECTION[/b][/color][/center][/font]

Killer Strikes in Gambit's Bar: Twelve Year Old Boy Killed.

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 23:45:15 +0000

[i]"...in southern Wing City, the weather will be less pleasant, with several heavy showers taking pl-"[/i]

The weatherman was abruptly cut off as she shot returned to the WBC News Studio, the anchorwoman appearing particularly grim as she turned to face the camera, her heavily styled light brown hair reflecting a hastily redirected set light.

[i]"Sorry to interrupt you there Stacey, but we've just received some breaking news from the locale of Gambit's Bar, on Wing City Main Street. We have several reports of a murder taking place there within the last hour - we go now to Sarah Dawes who is live at the scene of the crime, who can hopefully provide us with further detail." [/i]she said, before the shot cut across to the scene.

The sound of wailing police sirens and shouting police officers can be heard in the background as the reporter came into view, a microphone held up to her face so that she could be heard over the noise.

[i]"Thanks Diana, I'm here outside Gambit's Bar, a local tavern that has frequently appeared on our program as a hot-spot for crime and disruption within Wing City. I can now confirm the reports of the murder, and I'm afraid that I can also confirm the rumors that the murder victim was a boy of the age of only twelve. The boy's identity is unknown, but we have been given a description of him - he was of slender build, and short height, and had short dirty blonde hair - it is believed that he was an elf, but this has yet to be confirmed genetically. We have several eyewitness reports that state that a woman with green tinted translucent skin, with no ears, nose, eyes or hair and wearing a black pilots suit - later identified as a Veroose Bounty Hunter named Ilumiya - walked into the bar with her weapon drawn, up to the boy who had recently entered himself and was in conversation with a patron and the bar's bouncer Cryoface, and proceeded to shoot him in the head.

It is unclear whether there was anything that Cryoface could have done in this situation, but the event definitely throws doubt on the ability of Gambit's so called 'protector' to do his job properly - and even once the boy was dead we've been told that the barmaid, armed with only a cleaver, did more to try and capture the bounty hunter than the bouncer himself, and Cryoface failed once again, in preventing the woman's injury at the Veroose's hands."[/i] the woman spoke to the camera, before the camera panned away from her and zoomed in on a stretcher being carried out of the bar, a small form lying upon it with a covering pulled up over its face. Nearby, a blonde woman with braided hair was sitting on the ground sobbing, with several police officers speaking to and comforting her - Sarah's voice continued from offscreen.

[i]"The woman you can see now is Harriet Gaidal, the barmaid who valiantly attempted to stop the offender leaving the bar and was injured in the process. She was unable to provide us with an interview due to the state of shock that she is in, and it is yet unknown whether she is staying on at Gambit's Bar. Cryoface was unable to be located for comment, several patrons reporting that he disappeared into the back room without staying to help with the clean up or the wounded barmaid. The bar's majority owner, Motoko Attenborough, is believed to be uninformed as to the event yet, but we assure you that as soon as any of these individuals are available for interview WCBN will bring you their comments. More from this story as it happens, I'm Sarah Dawes, reporting from outside Gambit's Bar on Wing City's Main Street - back to you in the studio..."[/i]

Aschen forces beat back Ori invasion.

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 02:00:34 +0000

[center][size=200]The Aerilon Gazette[/size][/center]

[center][size=150]Aschen forces defeat Ori incursion.[/size][/center]
[center]Article by Sekou Hamilton[/center]

Just minutes ago, in an astonishing move by the Aschen Government, the Ori have been defeated in a last ditch effort. The information we received was that allegedly, some kind of weapon was discharged somewhere below Sagittaron, eradicating everything Ori on Langara, and presumably the entire galaxy.

"We must never forget, the sacrifices our men and women have made to ensure the continued survival of this Confederation. We must never forget, the lives given by every one in uniform. May the Lords of Kobol watch over them, and their families. This day marks the beginning of a new age, it is officially the 10th age of strife, the strife caused by the Ori attack on this fair planet, and other Confederation worlds. Let us all have a moment of silence, for those killed in the opening Ori attacks." Was a short and heartfelt speech given by President Richard Adar after the weapon was fired.

The damage was apparent in almost every city on Langara, even reports of Ori attacks as far out as Hypatia, on the Confederation world of Tal'dor. The damage is in the trillions of Dataries, and the death toll, has amounted to 4.5 Billion people all across the Confederation, labeled the largest loss of life since the Great War of Magellan. Below are photographs submitted by people all across the Confederation, from Sagittaron, to Hypatia, from Aerilon, to Mar Sara City. May the Lords of Kobol be with everyone in these trying times.

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[center]Aschen ships over Hypatia, Tal'dor.[/center]

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[center]Sagittaron, after the Ori attack.[/center]

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[center]The ruins of the city of Tauron after the Ori massacre.[/center]

LOCAL CAT STUCK IN TREE - OFFICIALS STUMPED!

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 02:51:14 +0000

Earlier this afternoon, Multiverse authorities received word that a a local cat had appeared to become trapped in the branches of an elm tree on Main Street. Early reports indicate that the cat is, in fact, a common household Tabby, and not a feline humanoid, though the gender of the cat and its specific breed are for now only speculation.

Multiverse police say that they received emergency calls placed by passerby at 1:15 this afternoon, and the cat currently remains in the tree. Jane Goodwin, of the Arena district, informed us that, "[the cat] had been mewing all afternoon and simply can't come down. It just climbed up there, and seems to be stuck." Authorities present at the scene have been making valiant rescue attempts all evening, and have reportedly tried both using a ladder and throwing mice into a tree. "The cat is simply too high up for us to reach it with a footstool or conventional ladder," said one Multiverse fire department worker who wished to remain anonymous. "We're running out of options. We might have to use a controlled fire." When reached at home, the Multiverse chief of police informed us that ".....[I].....hate.....Cats..."

As of publication, there is no estimated timeline for removal of the cat. The mayors office has declined to comment.

Hanz Wolfberg
Multiverse Associated Press

Trantor Aid to the Aschen

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 06:00:57 +0000

Trantor’s 102th fleet engaged several Ori ships near the border of the Achen state. Attempting to answer the distress call, the 102nd fleet, led by the enigmatic Ryand-Smith himself, launched, using the newest drive system to reach the far-away system. Due to the battles with the Ori, they were not able to make it in time, however, the fleet’s secondary mission is clear.

“I am Ryand-Smith, Admiral General of the Trantor. I have returned from open space to formally announce our aid to the Achen peoples. We have not seen much of the Ori, however their intolerance is against everything we of Trantor stand for. We believe that working with the Achen, we can help them rebuild, renew, and restore their civilization. Our newest ship, one of our Super-Ultium class battleships is being used for peace, to send aid and supplies down to the Achen worlds, as well as discus military issues and possible combined defense efforts.”

Ryand then adjusted his long jacket, going on, “However, we must always remember the lives that were lost here, as a testament to freedom, and those who would dare threaten universal freedom, and justice. Thank you, there will be no questions…” And with that, Ryand went away, headsing back. The Achen fleet is assembling above the Achen worlds, with the battleships and their mech escorts running search and rescue missions along side Achen fighters. This could be the start of a new day in space history.

Psycopath Stalker Toybox Attacks Gambit's!

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 14:33:10 +0000

[color=#FF0000]-HEN's logo appears and moments later fades to an attractive news caster comes up-
"Hi! Lilly Goddess, reporting this news. A little while ago, a toybox started stalking a young woman. For some reason it had a tail. It launched toys at those who upset it. The woman's friends fought the box, but it escaped into a pan-dimensional wormhole. This was Lilly Goddess, me, reporting the news how it should be!"
-fades to HEN's logo before a commericial for explosive yogurt comes on.-[/color]

Maze-Borden Industries Comes to Wing City!

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 23:54:39 +0000

[quote="Wing City Telegraph newspaper"][size=150]Technology Giant Migrates to Terra's Capital[/size]

[font=georgia][size=85]Almost overnight a factory was built on the southern outskirts of Wing City, and as the power was turned on, it was revealed that Maze-Borden Industries is now operating on Terra. The company, owned by Sir Arthur Maze of the far-off planet, Earth, is a leader in some sectors of the galaxy for developing various technologies.

From transportation to lightweight weaponry, Maze - the great-great-great-great grandson of the company's founder - possesses a wealth that will surely benefit the city. And the factory, not yet fully operational, should provide many jobs. In a public statement, Mr Maze spoke of 'looking forward to start the recruitment process and integrating into this fantastic community.'

'The diversity of Wing City's inhabitants will provide us with a large pool of skills and specialities. It should be noted that any who wish to find employment with us should contact our Human Resources department directly, we will take all applications into consideration,' said Maze, donning a crisp suit and surrounded by several bodyguards. 'The ideals of Maze-Borden stand in honesty, clarity, development and opportunity. From our creation, working with airships, we have been active innovators in technology. We hope to continue that tradition on Terra.'

Quietly confident, Maze is a late-middle aged fellow who stood before the press with an air of authority; which comes as no surprise. His estimated wealth is said to surpass five billion Terran Credits. With factories spanning twelve systems in total, the company remains family-owned and managed. A major employer on Earth, Maze was awarded a knighthood due to his dedication to defence technology and the advice he gave to military forces. Several military organisations use Maze-Borden as their supplier, though none are of any note in this part of the galaxy.

Will the new factory, inexplicably erected so quickly, really make a difference to vast city? Only time will tell, but it is with caution that we watch the growth of so famed a company. Hopefully Maze speaks true and employment will increase.[/size][/font][/quote]

WCBN brings you an update on the child murder story.

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 22:29:43 +0000

The WCBN opening titles play, and the shot fades into the studio, briefly showing the presenter as he begins speaking."

"Good afternoon, and welcome back to WCBN, your number one source for all the top stories in Wing City. The headlines this morning..."

The shot fades into clips of the various stories, with voiceover.

"With the huge influx of workers to the new Maze-Borden Factory on the outskirts of Wing City, analysts are predicting a big growth in the city's economy - a more abrupt and extreme spike than has been seen since the construction of the Wing City coal plant back in 1964. Though the plant now stands dormant, its impact at the time was huge, and we can only assume that Maze's business will have similar implications for the city - though we can only guess at the specifics.

The police investigation into the death of the twelve year old boy who remains as of yet unidentified has begun in full force, with several top detectives rumoured to be on the case. We were lucky enough to manage to secure an interview with two of the most prominent witnesses at the scene, Harriet Gaidal, the bartender, and Cryoface the bouncer..."

The shot cuts into a prerecorded story, showing a frontal view of Harriet's home. The building is an average Wing City house, with a small yard at the front with a well kept collection of flowers and shrubs. The voice of the reporter plays over the panning view of the house. "A week ago, Harriet Gaidal, resident of Wing City and bartender of local establishment Gambit's Bar could never have predicted the experiences she has had in the last two days. Seeing a child die at the hands of a ruthless murderer, subject to a huge amount of public scrutiny and questionings under the police - there was even discussion of needing to place her under witness protection in case the Veroose killer decided to try and clean up her tracks."

The shot cuts to the inside of the house, where the well dressed reporter sits across from Harriet in the sitting room.

"Miss Gaidal, can I ask for you to relate to our viewers your experience that night?" the woman asked.

"A'ight..." Harriet began, sighing deeply "It were an ordinary night in Gambit's, a tad less hectic than usual wi' fewer patrons than I 'ave come to expect on an evenin'. I were behind the bar, 'aving just been speakin' wi' one o' the patrons, Jacey, I think 'er name was. I noticed the boy enter the bar on his lonesome, but seeing Cryoface an' another patron approach him I didn't pay 'im much mind. I did keep an eye on him, however, which is why I saw when an alien woman entered the bar, her weapon - a pistol - out, and headed toward the kid. I vaulted the bar, and shouted out for someone to stop 'er, but it were too late. Before anyone could react, she'd pulled the trigger... an' he was dead." The blonde woman paused, evidently pained by the recollection "I tried to stop 'er leavin', but she seemed to be able to duplicate the powers of those around 'er, and usin' Cryoface's own bastarding snowballs, she stopped me in midair an' escaped. I don't remember a lot after that, but before long the police were there, and I was bein' bundled off to A and E to stop the ice from damagin' me too badly."

The news reporter nodded understandingly, as anyone in her profession was trained to do "What are your thoughts on the actions of Cryoface, the bouncer? Do you think he could have done more?" she asked

"I... don't rightly know, if I be honest. It all 'appened so quickly, I don't think anyone realised what was goin' on till it were too late. Ye can't expect the poor thing to be everywhere at once, can ye?" Harriet responded "I think he did the best anyone in his position could o' done, and just because that weren't a lot don't mean there were any fault on 'is part."

The shot faded back to the studio, where the anchorman sat behind the usual desk "And you can see the full interview on our website, but right now we go to Gambit's Bar, where we've managed to get an interview with Cryoface himself..."

The screen fades to the usual scene of chaos that is usually present at the scene of a crime. Cryoface can be seen with several microphones in front of his face, one of which is labeled "WCBN." Shouts of various reporters can be heard, but one of them finally gets through. "Cryoface, what are your thoughts about your failure to protect this boy from getting murdered in front of you?"

The Snow Warrior is a bit hesitant to reply, but finally gets something out. "Well, I just followed my training. I tried my words first, but then the pistol came out. I moved to stop her, but I know that look in the eyes of one who's ready to kill. She shot, slipped out of my grasp and, well, I just wasn't quick enough this time. To the family of the flesh-form who lost his life: I'm sorry. As much as I'd love to, I can't protect everyone. No more questions." Another cacophony of requests for more information ensues, but Cryoface is soon trucked away by police to the station. The scene fades back to the news room.

"Both Miss Gaidal and Cryoface are voluntarily spending a lot of time at the station in order to aid with tracking down the killer, and we can comfirm that they are not being detained.

In related news, an arrest warrant has been issued for the killer, a veroose named Ilumiya, and all citizens are warned that she is armed and extremely dangerous, and they are not to approach her on their own. But now, we go to our local weather..."

NEW STUDY: 7 in 10 Bar Goers Completely Oblivious

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 03:19:55 +0000

[quote="Wing City Telegraph newspaper"][size=150]NEW STUDY: 7 in 10 Bar Goers Completely Oblivious[/size]

WING CITY, MULTIVERSE – A shocking new study released today by nonprofit organization Multiverse Social Sciences has shown frightening results: as many as seven out of every ten bar patrons are completely oblivious to events happening around them at any given time.

The study was conducted over a two week period and focused on the Gambit’s establishment in downtown Wing City. The double blind study was carried out by scientists hired by a firm loosely employed by Multiverse Social Sciences, who watched for spatial awareness trends from open to close for fourteen days. In this time, the scientists observed that many patrons were completely unaware of things happening right beside them, including murders, alien attacks, robot attacks, fireballs, knife fights, cliché drama, and one instance of a man choking to death on a small piece of chicken. If accurate, this could mean that spatial awareness is at an all time low since a similar 2003 controlled experiment, where a scientist ran screaming from table to table in a local bar trying to get some form of vague acknowledgement.

“This sort of thing happens all the time,” said one worker of Gambit’s, who asked to remain nameless. “The results really aren’t too surprising. It’s hard to be in here five minutes before something completely absurd or horrific happens, and when it does, I’d say the vast majority of people just carry on in their own little conversations. We literally had a man bleed to death yesterday from stab wounds, and only one person in the entire place tried to help. There were twenty customers here. Makes you sick, you know?”

The Wing City mayor’s office could not be immediately reached for comment.

Hanz Wolfawitz
Multiverse Associated Press[/quote]

Motoko’s response to the Press

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:53:05 +0000

“Hello everyone!” the bright and chipper ace bartender said, “As you all have heard, the facts are clear in this case. So many factors that have gone wrong did. Due to this, I wanted to let you all know that I will be instating mandatory ID for non regulars, and people who look underage. All bartenders will be expected to ask for ID from now on. We will also be turning away unescorted minors, sending them to other areas due to the fact that most of my clientele carries large and powerful weapons. I will be of course, sharing my camera data with the police to find any clues, as well as using my Motoko force to try and find the criminal. Rest assured, this incident will lead me to launch new massive reforms in the bar. Even with our low drinking age, I promise that I will help the police find this killer. I will be answering questions, so please, ask now.

She then stood up, and said, “And I would like to formally request a police guard for the bar, I would be more than willing to pay their salary, but the problem is simple. I cannot be in the bar at all hours, however if the police were willing to guard the bar, and assist my Motoko force in protecting the peace… it would be the greatest favor the police could do for me.

[ooc]PM me questions, or post them in the general multiverse OOC, I’ll answer them as soon as I can possibly do so.[/ooc]

Confederation condemns Coalition Espionage!

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 03:41:28 +0000

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[center][size=150][b]The Aschen Confederation of Planets[/b][/size][/center]
[center][i][size=85]Official press release[/size][/i][/center]

[b]SAGITTARON, Sagittaria Prefecture:[/b] The President of the Confederation has recently made an announcement condemning Coalition espionage on the terra outpost. With the recent advent of the Ori attack, many in the AHSC are outraged with this brazen act of aggression. President Adar has mentioned that the Coalition may be placed in contravention of the Aschen Confederation if the actions continue. Proposing the Parliament, up to, but not including, a formal declaration of War and the authorization of nuclear and non-conventional weapons.

The events transpired towards the end of the month of Evening Star, with unknown Coalition rogues attempting to break into the Aschen Data-net, and compromise Langaran Security. Anyone with information leading to the apprehension of these Coalition spies is to report to the nearest AHSC outpost, or Marine on patrol.

-An image of the Coalition Jumpers appears on the screen, brightly lit by the Frigate's spotlight.-

The President condemns this brazen act, and threatens full military action, with possible military retaliation if the attempted hacking and blatant espionage continues.

The Incident has been filed with the LDA, and the AHSC, and the Minister of Defense has also released a statement.

"We'll vow to apprehend these Coalition lackeys, extract information from them, and bring them and their Coalition to justice if hostile acts continue, I am calling out the Coalition, to turn these men over, and save their face in this galaxy." - This was a statement released by the Minister of Defense, Valerie Chaska.

- Giles Terrence
Sagittaron Central News Network

A new dawn is approaching. Rise.

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 04:49:02 +0000

[center][img]http://www.lagedorre.net/sdf/UCON.png[/img][/center]
[b][center]United Coalition INTNet Broadcast[/center][/b]

[b]Scatter, Inner Empire[/b]

Prime Minister Regievko spoke on behalf of several subjects today, none including the speculated espionage of a Confederation Admiral and a member of the Caliphate. When confronted, Regievko responded harshly.

[quote]"I can't be bothered with some people jumping at shadows halfway across the galaxy.[/quote]

Regievko later went on to speak of the newest war crimes committed by [b]Nikita Zharkov[/b] and [b]Al-Majir Khariq[/b] on the Rohkan moon of [b]Luzoc[/b]. Total casualties inflicted when a group of [b]Red Halo mercenaries[/b] attacked a Coalition outpost numbered around 500 dead with 2,000 wounded. The mercenaries managed to hold the outpost for nearly four days before a Navy force consisting of four ships was capable of landing a substantial ODI force and repelling the mercenaries. It was later discovered that the mercenaries had not attacked the outpost in a random manner to inflict casualties, which were usual tactics of [b]Al-Majir Khariq[/b]. The mercenaries were reported to have infiltrated the Command Point of the outpost and downloaded an extensive database of CAF information, many of which is classified; other than badly damaging the outpost's AI core, the mercenaries were also able to ferry out an extensive collection of [b]weaponry and equipment[/b], including several [b]SHV-99 Arbiter MK III[/b] battle tanks.

[b]Kushova, Outer Rim[/b];

CAF General Jeremiah Dacrude formally denied any allegations that [b]Coalition Orbital Drop Infantry[/b] were involved in an incident which resulted in several civilian deaths on the planet identified as [b]Terra[/b], which is known as [b]Hubworld[/b] in the Coalition Starmap. General Dacrude continued the interview noting the Aschen Confederation's reluctance to provide more concrete evidence than several soldiers around a civilian van.

[quote]"I believe the Confederation, in all it's knowledge, would know that anyone could dress up in black combat gear and run around whatever tiny hole they choose -- The ODI don't look like ODI." [/quote]

The General continued on to mention the Confederation's neglect of the two civilian casualties inflicted on the indigenous population when a Confederation gunship opened fire on an unmarked civilian building. Video feed taken from a Marine outpost in an establishment called [b]Gambit's Bar[/b] showed an building across the street being fired upon by a Confederation gunship, which appears to fire a weapon at the structure that causes a detonation resulting in the two civilian deaths.

[quote]"It is unfortunate that the Confederation is incapable of sustaining civilian safety with such a trivial situation as a few men with cameras and audio recorders running around.[/quote]

The General later stated.

Corvin de la Chataeu Wanted for Conspiracy to Murder

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:01:46 +0000

[u][b]News Video:[/b][/u]

[i]"Have you seen this man before?"[/i] - [b]Police Officer[/b]
[i]"Yeah, he comes here all the time"[/i] - [b]Gambit's Bartender[/b]

[u][b]News Feed:[/b][/u]

Corvin de la Chataeu, a famous knight and well respected nobleman of L'Order D'Ankou, is under investigation today for conspiracy to murder. Patrons at the ever so popular Gambit's Bar who know Sir Corvin say that he is a kind hearted, calm and quiet person who is very polite, helpful to the elderly, and friendly towards all creatures. The veterans of Wing City say that Sir Corvin is a gentleman who is both courteous and respectful, humble and generous. He is very socially active and honorable, and many of the locals are now surprized to learn that Corvin is wanted for conspiracy to murder. Authorities now say that Corvin is not what he pretends to be. Rangers say he is in fact a dangerous person who should not be given refuge, or the honorary title of a knight. Two people have come forward, claiming off camera that Corvin de la Chataeu is responsible for over seven murders in Wing City, not including two attempted assassinations right at his most popular hangout in Gambit's Bar.

[u][b]News Video:[/b][/u]

[i]"I saw him put poison in someone's drink before"[/i] - [b]Anonymous Witness[/b]
[i]"Really?"[/i] - [b]News Reporter[/b]
[i]"I also saw him kill a law officer near the forest"[/i] - [b]Anonymous Witness[/b]
[i]"Why haven't you told anyone?"[/i] - [b]News Reporter[/b]
[i]"Because I don't want him to come after me or my family"[/i] - [b]Anonymous Witness[/b]

[u][b]News Feed:[/b][/u]

Despite what some people are saying, most villagers and regulars to Gambit's Bar refuse to believe these accusations and say that Sir Corvin is really just an honorable man whose reputation is being attacked by poorer, less honorable nobles and jealous commoners who just want to see a wealthy person get arrested and imprisoned. There are several veterans at Gambit's Bar who say that Corvin is not a criminal, and that they will do whatever they can to stop Corvin from getting arrested or sent to prison, even if it means breaking the law.

[u][b]News Video:[/b][/u]

[i]"So you don't believe what authorities are saying?"[/i] - [b]News Reporter[/b]
[i]"No, of course not"[/i] - [b]Anonymous Person[/b]
[i]"So are you willing to go against what the other witnesses are saying?[/i]" - [b]News Reporters[/b]
[i]"Of course I am, and if Sir Corvin asked for my help in evading authorities, I would help him"[/i] - [b]Anonymous Person[/b]

[u][b]News Feed:[/b][/u]

Corvin de la Chataeu is currently under investigation by the Aschen police force, and is being charged for conspiracy to murder the Aschen admiral's wife, Cally McGregor, by slipping several doses of cyanide into her drink. Specialist Cally is making a fast recovery and is currently listed in good condition. Corvin is also wanted for obstructing and evading an Aschen officer with extreme violence, as apparently a standoff went wrong in Gambit's Bar when Aschen authorities tried to apprehend Corvin for interrogation. The suspect assaulted Agent Marlene and opened fire on a bunch of Aschens before fleeing into the pent house of Gambit's Hotel, where he escaped from several TactOPS agents by jumping off the tenth floor balcony. Corvin's condition and whereabouts are unknown at this time, and wanted posters are being placed all over Wing City with a reward for his capture.

Corvin is also wanted for questioning in the homicide case of four Chinese soldiers, a Zurrian mage, two Galgonian merchants and an Elven drow mercenary. He does own a room on the 2nd floor of Gambit's Hotel, but the maid says he hasn't been back in over a week. Corvin was last seen with Lillie the Fae, a summer earth sprite who helped him heal after a failed assassination attempt on Corvin's life. It's unknown how many people Corvin has working for him now, but it's possible that he's still in the forest hiding near Gambit's Bar. Several search and rescue teams have been sent into the forest in search of Corvin's body, but so far, nothing has turned up.

[u][b]News Video:[/b][/u]

[i]"What did you see?"[/i] - [b]News Reporter[/b]
[i]"Well, he jumped off the 10th floor balcony into the river over there, and that was it"[/i] - [b]Aschen Agent[/b]
[i]"Which river, that one right there?"[/i] - [b]News Reporter[/b]
[i]"Yeah, that one leading into the forest over there, that was the last place we seen him" [/i]- [b]Aschen Agent[/b]

[u][b]News Feed:[/b][/u]

Although the search continues, with several rewards being offered for his capture, and several sightings being reported every day, it is still unknown at this time whether or not Corvin de la Chataeu is actually dead or still alive. This is Carol Hymes reporting for SBC-News, thank you for watching.

The King of Iron Fist tournament to enter Wing City!

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 11:51:34 +0000

[color=#BF0000][font=Comic Sans MS][b][i][center][size=150]The King of Iron Fist Tournament to enter Wing City!
All participants welcome![/size][/center][/i][/b][/font][/color]
[center][color=#FF0000][b][i][font=Helvetica][size=125]A large man appears on the television screen after that headline appeared.
"That's right folks! You read that right! The King of Iron Fist or 'Tekken' Tournament is coming to town and we have seen the arrival of two of the tournament's famous fighters. Yes, we have seen King, the famous wrestler and Eddy Gordo, the Capoeira fighter arrive in Wing City. We here at Terrier News expect to see more appear within the week.

Excitement grows at Terrier News as rumors that Jin Kazama will not be participating in this year's tournament. Reports also coming in that Panda and Kuma will not be participating either, as they have gone to mate. Ling Xiaoyu is expected to make an appearance, however... she will not be participating. The small dinosaur Gon is participating this year, however he has got a low expectancy of winning.

Roger the Kangaroo, Mokujin, Yoshimitsu, Lei Wulong, and others are to be seen... with all high ratings of success. Mokujin has also got a partner for this tournament, the iron Tetsujin is to appear. All this and more in our later reports as the tournament unfolds.

From us here at Terrier news, I am Jonny Gun! Signing off."[/size][/font][/i][/b][/color][/center]

Trantor Space Theft!

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 17:36:07 +0000

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Trantor News Brief, sponsored by Anaheim Electronics, for all your Mobile Suit needs.
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Trantor Space Theft![/b][/i][/center]
Trantor Research and Development has announced the theft of a prototype space armor. This mobile weapon, known internally as the System XRE, was stolen as of its decommissioning per its failure at the Trantor Weapons Affair. This vessel is equipped with a Space Fold Drive, as well as a transforming system, and a powerful cloaking device. It was last seen being captured by an unknown group.. It is rumored that terrorists might have taken this armor for their own purposes[center][i]
Responses to Terra Politics[/i][/center]
Trantor had this to say about the violation of sovereignty of Terra.

“I am Allan Spectre, of the Terra Regional Task Force. We of Trantor have a great interest in the affairs of Terra, however this use of space based weaponry and warfare seems outright illegal, or at the very least, a highly irregular thing. We will be working from our space station in Terra orbit to help combined operations, as well as assisting the Terra Defense Forces in working to help secure its borders. However, our combined aid to the Aschen people will not end, though we will be temporally restricting weapon exports for the next standard galactic month.
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Underground Tunnels and Secret Bases!

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:05:27 +0000

[color=#FF0000]Newspaper article below headline reads;
Odd noises are heard all over New Terra. People speculate that it could be an army of countless assassins with über leet ninja skillz digging underground tunnels and constructing secret bases. We asked one man about this theory and he responded with [quote]Well, a while back, I saw a POKéMON, so it's a possability.[/quote] and none of us knew what a POKéMON is, so we assumed him to be crazy and moved on. ○[/color]

Re: HUBPOL/ARMARX MERGER DEAL SIGNED

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 23:43:15 +0000

[color=#FF0000][center][size=150][b]TERRA NEWS CORPORATION[/b][/size][/center][/color]

[b]TERRA, Hubworld Police Headquarters (TPA/TPC):[/b]

You see a shimmering glass and steel building with three flag masts hanging from its crenelations. Two of the masts have flags: the flag of HUBPOL and the flag of Terra. The third mast is bare of any flag. Dozens of lavishly dressed individuals stand with folded hands in the entrance promenade below. They surround a black metal table. On the table are two fountain pens and a chrome document case. Rows upon rows of security officers, obviously from different organizations, stand parallel along the walk to the promenade. The camera focuses on the table.

"I'm Ron Harrington with Terra News One. As you can, see, the heads of both Armarx and the Hubworld Police have gathered for this historic moment. Today, HUBPOL and Armarx will sign a merger agreement, binding these two great protectors into one "super-organization."

The camera zooms and focuses on the table. One representative from both sides steps forward and stands, and both face their audience of reports and zealots. You could feel the rising tension. The Governor of Terra steps forward. He leans down and signs his own signature on the document. Then he steps back. Both representatives pick up their pens. The HUBPOL man flicks his scrawl on the document. The man from Armarx is next, pounding his precise John Hancock onto the electronic paper.

"That's it. That sealed the deal!"

A voice interrupts the reporter- "And now, let's listen to a few words from the HUBPOL chief of police."

The camera zooms in again. It focuses on a point in the far end of the promenade, where there stands a wizened man in ornate white clothes studded and strung with gold. He raises a fist to his mouth and coughs. "Today..." A jet of spittle arcs through the air. "Today, we have cemented a deal between the two great powers of Terra. Today, we can finally do everything we couldn't. We will drive out anyone who claims Terra achs their own. Terra belongs to no one and everyone. Any power that claims Terra as its own is on a path to destruction! We will force the Aschen's, the Azrican's, the Technocrat's hand. With Armarx alongside us, we can't fail. You, you citizens of those powers. Take solace. We will not touch you. We will touch those parts of your nation that forces itself on us... and you."

...

The displayed image shifted to a running montage of HUBPOL/Armarx combat footage. Imagery of ten-foot hall HUBPOL mecha stepping through smoldering proving grounds faded to a line of Armarx soldiers standing at attention in their finery. The Armarx soldiers saluted their commander and made a right face just as the heroic music playing in the background picked up tempo. Images of HUBPOL raids, HUBPOL training operations, and HUBPOL ceremonies intensified into an epilepsy causing blur as the music gained prominence. Then it all stopped. The screen faded to black as [i]ENLIST[/i] in white block letters appeared. More words followed: [i]DEFEND YOUR HOME. HUBPOL.[/i]

...

"Next up, a review of the HUBPOL-Armarx corporate merger with Jason Riley..."

Tensions Escalate; ASC Backs Aschen Confederation

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 04:52:07 +0000

Wing City Spaceport - A tightband transmission from the Arcturus Synthetic Collective's ambassadorial cruiser, currently in orbit around Venus, has revealed the machine nation's stance on the current standoff between Confederation and Coalition forces over the matter of alleged espionage conducted on a meeting between Confederation and Caliphate officials. The brief data feed, confirmed to carry the Collective's authoritative frequency algorithm, stated the following:

[quote][font=consolas]INFORMATION IS A VITAL ELEMENT OF ANY ENDEAVOR. WHEN IT IS FOUND THAT SENSITIVE LOGISTICS MAY HAVE BEEN ACQUIRED BY AN UNAUTHORIZED THIRD PARTY, ONE MUST NECESSARILY TAKE PRECAUTIONS AGAINST A POSSIBLE ACTION UTILIZING THAT VERY INFORMATION TO ONE'S DETRIMENT. WITH THIS ARGUMENT, ONE CAN HARDLY BLAME THE CONFEDERATION FOR ITS RECENT ACCUSATIONS, GIVEN THAT THE EVIDENCE PLACES THE COALITION AS THE MOST LIKELY PROPAGATOR OF THE ESPIONAGE ATTEMPT.

WITH THIS OBSERVATION IN CONSIDERATION, AND GIVEN THAT THE COLLECTIVE WAS INDIRECTLY FOUNDED BY THE ASCHEN CONFEDERATION, ALBEIT THROUGH TURBULENT MEANS, WE, THE TRIUMVIRATE CORES OF THE ARCTURUS SYNTHETIC COLLECTIVE, PLEDGE SUPPORT TOWARDS THE CONFEDERATION IN THIS MATTER, PENDING FURTHER EVIDENCE REGARDING THE ESPIONAGE. OUR SUPPORT WILL EXTEND TO SELECTIVELY DEFENDING ASCHEN ORBITAL ASSETS FROM ATTACK BY ANY HOSTILES.[/font][/quote]

As violence threatens to break out between the two factions, the Collective is taking steps to increase its defenses, should the ambassadorial cruiser or Aschen vessels come under attack. Late last night, the cruiser's FTL datagate system had been engaged, allowing a number of gate segment frigates into the system. Said frigates are currently aligning themselves to merge and form a larger ad hoc datagate, which will allow the entry of destroyer-class vessels.

Analysts say this influx of military capabilities is more likely to aggravate the situation, as other nations may be drawn to protect their own interests in the Sol system. On a related note, demand for fortified bunker installations has increased significantly, which may spell an end to the current downturn in the real estate economy. How a hypothesized planetary bombardment will affect this possibility is not yet known.

Re: Grimore Selling Moons And Grimore II; Bids Start Today

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 04:19:24 +0000

[font=garamondPro]The planetary system of Grimore (not to be confused with the popular confection of similar name) has announced early this evening that it will be holding an auction of one "Grimore II" and Grimore I's moons, Raelik and Ordus. The following information is reported for those entities and nations interested in purchasing these celestial objects;

[center][b]Raelik[/b] has an equatorial diameter of 1342.5 km and a specific gravity of 5.83643535~, with a retrograde orbit, an apogee of 378325 km, and an eccentricity of 0.064. The moon is theorised to have a molten core made up of primarily heavy metals, a mantle made up of solid Fe and Al, and a crustal surface composed of Si and Al oxides. Raelik has a relatively thick atmosphere, composed mainly of methane and carbon dioxide; the surface shows signs of previous volcanic activity and meteorite craters, the largest being a circular bowl-shaped crater approximately 100 km in radius on Raelik's north pole.

Both poles show evidence of glacial ice.

[b]Ordus[/b] has an equatorial diameter of 1223.9 km and the same / extremely similar specific gravity as Raelik. It has another retrograde orbit with an apogee of 424635 km and an eccentricity of 0.0589. Ordus is assumed to have the same composition / atmospheric properties as Raelik. The surface of Ordus is not as scarred as Raelik's, for whatever reason, whether it be higher volcanic activities or more violent weather. The largest crater is a 27 km (radius) slightly oblong crater near the moon's equator.

Only the south pole shows evidence of glacial ice.

[b]Grimore II[/b] is a bluish-teal-coloured ice giant. [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gas_giant]Read this for more info.[/url] It orbits approximately 27.4 AU away from Grimore. Grimore II has, apparently, the same properties as the well-known Uranus of the Terran planetary system, with the exception of the fact that it is not floating in space on its side.[/center][/font]

Ascendent Nova Imperium disapproves of Confederation's actio

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:35:15 +0000

--The words "Nova News" flash, and the host Allan McGregor is seen--

Welcome to Nova News. Today we will be showing the Emperors latest speech on galactic affairs, captioned for those who do not speak Drakine.

--The screen shows Emperor RuGaard, a massive silver dragon, giving a captioned speech--

[quote]"These recent days, the Confederation has been accusing the Coalition of Espionage. They seem outraged at a few men running around dressed in combat gear. Tell me, in what way does that give them the authority to fire on these men? To fire on these men, on a neutral planet, on which, to great suprise to them, they have no control over. It would seem they think it acceptable to fire on a civilian building, kill innocent civilians, not even finding the men who were supposedly spying on them. I find this difficult to understand. They kill these people, and think they can accuse the Coalition of, as they seem to think, acts of war. For all they new it could have been an excitable news team. I have heard nothing of compensating the families of the deceased. I know I would press the Confederation endlessly until I saw justice for the dead. It brings shame to me that our fellow nations could be so arrogant. They seem to think they own this, Terra. I have not heard anything of the like from the citizens of Terra, nor from the other forces on the planet. They may not have outright said that they own it, but with the increasing number of troops on the planet, their gunships firing on civilian buildings, they could fool me. They should be ashamed of themselves, threatening the Coalition, so soon after the Ori invasion, and not a word for the deceased on their part."[/quote]

--The video ends, and it goes back to McGregor--

It seems to me that the Confederacy is just looking for trouble. I don't know what to think. Why don't you think on that? Signing out.

Confederation responds to numerous threats.

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:36:18 +0000

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[center][size=150][b]The Aschen Confederation of Planets[/b][/size][/center]
[center][size=85][i]Official Statement.[/i][/size][/center]

The broadcast would soon come over or become available to people in Wing City, and people all across the Confederation. It showed a woman in a rather smooth, sleek looking outfit holding an advanced looking microphone. A Logo at the bottom would show 'Live' and behind the woman would be a battered and destroyed city, heavy machinery and construction crews working tirelessly to clean up and rebuild the shattered city.

"I'm Tera Corbis, with the Sagittaron News Network, and I'm reporting live from Sagittaron, capital of the Confederation, and heart of the Sagittaria prefecture. You see here that construction efforts are quite underway, ever since the Ori attack the people have been steeled to rebuild their city. You see here the remains of the Sagittaron Opera house, which is steadily undergoing construction. Above me you see Airships assisting with reconstruction crews, a city that was knocked down by the Ori, rising yet again from the ashes."

The woman then allowed the camera to pan over the city, revealing it's destruction and it's reconstruction.

"This is Tera Corbis reporting live, Sagittaron." The woman said before it shifted to the news anchors.

The Screen would then shift to reveal two men sitting at an ultra-modern looking desk
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"In other news, there are rumors that the Aschen Confederation is contemplating pulling out of Terra to strengthen it's defenses, right here on the homeland. There has been mixed reactions to such an action, but the President and Parliament has assured us that there will be a continued presence on Terra as long as there is Trinnium to be found, and that the Confederation will not be intimidated by religious hooligans, and will respond with force if he is forced to make that decision."

"Furthermore, the President has wished to address several charges that other factions in this galaxy has made against the Confederation, from baseless accusations of heinous acts against Civilians, To baseless claims that Terra is not a confederation world. Such tomfoolery won't you agree Erik?" The other Anchor chuckled lightheartedly. "The President, Richard Adar has also answered to these charges with the following statement.

[quote]Enemies of the Confederation show no mercy in their attempts to threaten and intimidate our great nation. Heed this as a warning to anyone who threatens us, if you are to take military action against our people -- of any kind, we will respond in kind and swiftly deal with any threats against the Confederation.[/quote]

"Such bravery wouldn't you agree Merrin?" The one would ask as the other nodded. "Sure thing Erik... and now" He then faced the camera.

"This Newscast is brought to you by the Aschen High Space Command - Enlist today, and fight em till we can't. This has been a Sagittaron News Network Newscast."

[center][img]http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa198/newerarp/AHSCRecruitingad.jpg[/img][/center]

This world is not yours.

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:27:18 +0000

[size=85][center]A Dark Dawn.[/center][/size]

[center][img]http://i46.tinypic.com/288r02b.png[/img][/center]

[quote]Red Halos man -- shootin' shit and gettin' paid, y'know? Haha -- Oh shit, we're own."

"Man you're a fuckin' idiot. Why Zharkov hires you Rohkan fucks I don't know why."

"Fuck you man, that's my family; and it wasn't Zharkov that hired us Rohkans, it was Khariq -- because he needed real people to get a job done."

"Fuck you, flip the switch and put on Zharkov."

[/quote]

The [b]audio feed begins[/b] with a single wavelength monitor across the screen; background noises and any audio stimulation cause the small amplifier to vibrate up and down as a deep voice begins speaking. Anyone in Wing City could recognize the voice that had been broadcasted from [b]small radios throughout the entire city[/b]. [b]Nikita Zharkov[/b].

[quote]"I would first like to say hello to the Confederation; I'm sure you know of me by now, I am a man named Zharkov. I know who you are, also. You, standing there in the yellow jumpsuit -- You are a member of the Aschen Confederation, do not act surprised, your reputation proceeds you ... [/quote]

[b]Zharkov[/b] inhales deeply, his voice a ruined growl filled with anger and despise as he breathes out once again. It is easy to tell that he is currently smoking. The audio monitor fluctuates lightly as the microphone is moved.

[quote]"Your reputation as an arrogant and childish faction has spread throughout the galaxy -- and my ears catch everything. Your squabble with the Ori and your 'incident' with Coalition Orbital Drop Infantry. Your disregard for innocents and the property of [b]their own homes[/b]; you remind me of something, a bug. Like a small insect that enters the home of another and digs its toxic roots of imperialism deep within the marrow of this planet. The Confederation is a parasite, blinded by its own impurities and clinging to this planet like a wounded dog hungering for its last meal.

Your arrogance has caused an upheaval among your neighbors, a distrust to form in their halls of leadership and across the stars where their vessels sail through the expanse. It is [b]your[/b] arrogance that has turned this planet against you slowly -- your assumption that because you own nothing more than a simple miner's ax or shovel that you are at liberty to send the tracks of your tanks or the boots of your soldiers down these streets that has turned them against you.

Stay here and what shall you hear? You shall hear my voice; my voice displaying these people's hatred for you.

Stay here and what shall be done? We shall throw steel and fire and death.

Stay here and where shall you be? You shall be at the bottom of a shallow grave.[/quote]

The audio monitor jumps up with an increase of activity. The crack of a chair falling over can be heard as a window is broken, several quick shouts come from people across the room as the microphone is dragged away -- shouting, this time louder and stronger, is heard as well. Seconds later, the voice of [b]Al-Majir Khariq[/b] is heard.

[quote]"These people have coerced you into a false Confederacy of fools and blinded men -- What shall you do now?!"[/quote]

The sound of a gunshot rings through the monitor, followed by an uproar of voices.

[quote]"Rise!"

"Your world is at an impasse -- stand aside and watch the treads of these imperialist bastards beat your homeland into submission or step to the sound of your own voices, of your own hearts -- what shall we do?"

"Rise!"

"Then let them know this -- let them know that their weapons will fail them on your streets. Let them know that their tanks will become metal coffins in our cities. Let them know that their planes will do nothing but scatter the ground with metal in the skies of your planet. You know what you must do!

"Rise! Rise! Rise! Rise!"[/quote]

The sound of a door closing is heard and silence washes over the monitor for thirty seconds until a soft smirk is heard.

[quote]"We are not done yet, Khariq."

"Are we ever, Zharkov?"

"Nikolai -- you know the plan. Begin Dark Dawn."

"Affirmative"[/quote]

Slimy Rotten Spinach Takes over Gambits

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:59:45 +0000

[color=#800000][size=150][b]******************************BEGIN TRANSMISSION*********************************[/b][/size]

A curly headed blond woman with blue eyes clears her throat and brushes some curls out of her face as she readies to speak. "This just in....Gambits was just taken over by a large green ooze. We have the press report with the complete transcript of what happened here:

[i]cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Walks over to the bar stools.
(03:15:52)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Sits next to Lite.
(03:16:19)
Game Master (GM) says:
FreshaStatta enters The Multiverse, In Character (IC) as Random Requested Characters: I create random characters by request. You will likely not see these characters again, so enjoy them while they last. Peace!
(03:16:19)
Game Master (GM) says:
You have found your way to Gambit's Bar, the gold standard for entertainment in Wing City. Newly renovated after yet another destructive showdown, the establishment features a finished ceiling and reinforced structural beams to lessen the likelihood of the hotel crashing down from another fight.
(03:16:19)
Game Master (GM) says:
You have found your way to Gambit's Bar, the gold standard for entertainment in Wing City. Newly renovated after yet another destructive showdown, the establishment features a finished ceiling and reinforced structural beams to lessen the likelihood of the hotel crashing down from another fight.
(03:16:47)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Removes his hood.
(03:16:49)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
appears behind the bar before pouring himself another glass of vodka and appearing back at the table, "Hey, thanks for helping me before" he laughs before taking a drink of the vodka, "Its still quite quiet here isn't it"
(03:17:27)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
The rotten spinach keeps oozing into the bar from every crack.
(03:17:49)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
"Hey you know you've taken off your hood right?" he smiles before looking around, "Oh that's what it was!"
(03:18:30)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
''Yes i know'' grining.
(03:18:45)
Selen Sliverhoof
played by Cajaluna
the ferrt covers its nose ar dose the elven women.
(03:18:57)
Game Master (GM) says:
rubywolf1993 switches characters to Natalia Hart: was engaged to Aaric who decided to move on Rides a horse called Tsunade to whom she has a strong bond. Nat is once again lonely and wants to move on more than anything...whatever it takes.
(03:19:01)
Game Master (GM) says:
Patch enters The Multiverse, In Character (IC) as Drakus Flavaar: Drakus is a handsome yet devious man. An aura of corruption follows in his wake, though it seems warded away by the amulet holding up his cloak.
(03:19:44)
Game Master (GM) says:
Online Users: Azmodai2

, Cajaluna

, Cervious

, Combatant876

, Crashdoom

, FreshaStatta

, Marcus

, Nisei

, Patch

, Sato

, TheNeoIlluminati

, jyllaby

, loki_darkblade

, rubywolf1993

(03:20:02)
NEWS BEACON says:
played by
Top Rated News of the Past 21 Days:
The beacon beeps twice, signifying that there are no important events taking place.
Read All News >>
(03:20:38)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
smiles before putting a noseplug on, "Much better!" he laughs, "So what made you change your mind about not taking the hood off?"
(03:22:20)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
''Well im not afraid anymore since im seeing more creatures other then I''looking at his glass.
(03:22:31)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
More rotten spinach oozes out of every crack of the bar, almost taking on a life or it's own as it and the stench of it begins filling the bar, the level now about six inches deep on the floor and from the walls and beginning to drip down from the ceiling.
(03:23:00)
Game Master (GM) says:
Online Users: Azmodai2

, Cajaluna

, Cervious

, Combatant876

, Crashdoom

, FreshaStatta

, Marcus

, Nisei

, Patch

, Sato

, TheNeoIlluminati

, jyllaby

, loki_darkblade

, rubywolf1993

(03:23:25)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
[color=red][/color]
(03:25:35)
FreshaStatta says:
Stinky rotten lag check. LOL
(03:25:46)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
''Does my apperance surprise you?''asking curiously.
(03:26:07)
Game Master (GM) says:
loki_darkblade enters The Multiverse, In Character (IC) as zan DeWinter: a blood elf, 18 years of age. born of nobility he was enrolled in the hero's school when he was the age of six. being one of two of the only mystic swordsmen born in 5000 years.
(03:26:23)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
"Good to hear" he smiles, "I don't judge on appearances"
(03:27:49)
Game Master (GM) says:
Yami_The_Pureblood enters The Multiverse, In Character (IC) as Lemon: a little orange and brown mermaid. she lives in the bar sink.
(03:27:54)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Finds green ooze dripping on his muzzle,
(03:28:16)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
Ughh...what is this?
(03:28:54)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Wipes the green ooze off his muzzle.
(03:29:20)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
"Spinach I believe" he laughs
(03:29:31)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
The front door of the bar bursts open as a flood of rotten slimy spinach rushes in, filling up the bar even faster.
(03:29:51)
Game Master (GM) says:
Cajaluna switches characters to Selen Sliverhoof: Femail centar
(03:29:52)
Lemon
played by Yami_The_Pureblood
appears in the bar sink splashing around.
(03:30:22)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Falls over being buried in the rotten slime.
(03:31:06)
FreshaStatta says:
Nice one Cervious...but doesn't anyone have magic?
(03:31:09)
Game Master (GM) says:
Drakus Flavaar has suddenly and miraculously disappeared!
(03:31:13)
Patch says:
*pfoof's*
(03:31:50)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
grabs cervious and drags him into the air, "Out you come" he laughs, "Try not to fall into it". He laughs as he brings cervious and himself to the middle of the room in the air
(03:32:40)
FreshaStatta says:
Nice one Crash.
(03:32:46)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
''Ughh..it smell.''he said disgusted.
(03:33:38)
Selen Sliverhoof
played by Cajaluna
The elven girl leaps the the rafters. She new magic but this was a bit much for what she could do.
(03:34:40)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
More slimy rotten spinach begins to flood in through a small window on a side wall near the rafters. The spinach pours in in the shape of an arch as it gushes to the floor, still gushing through the front door.
(03:34:55)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
'''I wonder will this green ozze disintergrate if burned?'' he asked questioning
(03:34:59)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
pulls cervious up and onto the rafters before sitting down on them himself, "I cant really do anything.. i'd end up causing serious structural damage and possibly collapsing the other 9 floors on top of us" he groans
(03:35:01)
NEWS BEACON says:
played by
Top Rated News of the Past 21 Days:
The beacon beeps twice, signifying that there are no important events taking place.
Read All News >>
(03:35:36)
Lemon
played by Yami_The_Pureblood
looks at the spinach. she looks then at Cervious. her eyes wide from the spinach flood.
(03:35:48)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
"Erm well its a better idea than opening a crevasse in the floor to try and drain it out" he laughs before sending a torrent of flames into the spinach flood
(03:36:32)
Selen Sliverhoof says:
played by Cajaluna
Selen looks over at Carvious. "you could try." she said softly.
(03:37:17)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
"Wait! Wont we end up setting the bar on fire doing this?" he laughs still shooting flames into the spinach
(03:37:51)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
The slimy rotten spinach begins to burn up, and even though this stops the flood and begins to disintegrate the spinach, it does nothing for the awful smell.
(03:38:11)
FreshaStatta says:
And doesn't lite do water too?
(03:38:48)
Crashdoom says:
and fire, wind, earth and pure dark magic =]
(03:38:57)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
The flames actually magnify the smell.
(03:39:28)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
''Ughhhh...the smell is overpowering my nose''he said stuggling to stay awake.
(03:39:50)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
laughs triumphantly before checking his nose plug, "Good its working!" he laughs before turning to cervious and handing him a noseplug, "Put this on quickly!"
(03:40:04)
Selen Sliverhoof
played by Cajaluna
closes her eyes and a breaze blows thought the bar. her finger move in sybles and her mouth is moveing but no sound.
(03:40:27)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Shoves the noseplugs into his nose.
(03:40:51)
Random Requested Characters
played by FreshaStatta
Selen's magic breeze begins to carry the awful smell from the bar.
(03:40:56)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
loses focus and shoots fire into the bar cabinet, destroying some of the drinks and dishes, "Argh!" he groans before focuses on the remaining spinach
(03:41:04)
cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
''Its seeping in a little but i can handel it.''
(03:42:07)
Game Master (GM) says:
rubywolf1993 enters The Multiverse, In Character (IC) as Carmen Sinclair: Sheer royalty, sheer selflessness and sheer beauty...yet so alone in her world, travelling to other worlds in search...
(03:42:20)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
smiles, "Its better than the full smell.." he laughs before panting heavily, "Overheating myself...". He stops shooting the fire at the spinach and collapses onto the rafters, sweating and panting heavily
(03:42:20)
Game Master (GM) says:
Carmen Sinclair has suddenly and miraculously disappeared!
(03:42:25)
Selen Sliverhoof says:
played by Cajaluna
Keeps her brezze blowing the smell away.
(03:42:56)
FreshaStatta says:
Nice teamwork guys. Hey I should put this in the news. LMAO! "Rotten Spinach Takes over Gambits."
(03:42:59)
cervious Firefang
played by Cervious
Takes the noseplugs out.
(03:43:31)
Lite
played by Crashdoom
Yeah! Would stop the no news in the beacon too =P
(03:43:42)
Crashdoom says:
msg fail & Yeah! Would stop the no news in the beacon too =P
(03:43:44)
Cajaluna says:
lol
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cervious Firefang says:
played by Cervious
Snffing the air''The smeell is going away.''[/i]

The blond woman smiles. "We will let you know when we have more on the story. There is still no word on the source of the strange attack."

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Bad Time For A Vacation? Cryoface Takes A Hiatus

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:06:25 +0000

[ooc]Credit to qbs for his work on this as well PM me questions, ok![/ooc]
Wing City Action News

Bad Time For A Vacation? Cryoface Takes A Hiatus

*The camera pans in while the introduction theme plays. The gentleman on the right, looking to be wearing a black spiked collar around his neck to accentuate his otherwise business-like attire, straightens some papers on the desk before looking at the lens...or the teleprompter, as the case may be.*

"Good evening, Wing City. I'm Alfred Koholik. Tonight's top story: The storied establishment Gambit's Bar is no stranger to controversy, but when the going gets tough, are the tough skipping town? Rachel Wright, formerly of Multiversal News Now, is on-site at the bar. Rachel?"

*The camera cuts to Rachel showing far less skin than usual, which is excusable when you consider that she's standing out in the cold and snow of Main Street at night in the wintertime.*

"Thanks, Al. Well, even for the denizens of the bar, it was no ordinary day as not one, but two members of the bar staff were singled out for battle. First, it was one of the waitresses slash healers who goes by Kisa being targeted by a man identified as "Beryl". Gambit's venerable bouncer Cryoface came out to try to resolve the situation, but soon found himself in hot water as more fighters were attracted to the scene, including the herald of Dolmeena himself, Blackjack.

*Cut to a montage of grainy security video footage with Rachel's voice-over showing the attack on Kisa and the resultant race to either protect her or finish her off.*

"It started with a golden orb exploding in a gaseous attack that seemed to affect Kisa's mind to the point that she was deathly afraid of her former friends. A running battle ensued with her life at stake that spanned the bar and beyond, and Blackjack showed up to take Kisa hostage. According to a statement Cryoface made to the police, he was offered a choice between loyalty to Blackjack or Kisa's death. Choosing instead to stand his ground, he tried employing negotiation tactics when a friend of Kisa's intervened. The waitress managed to escape, but the friend was accidentally caught in Cryoface's spell. Afterwards, he initiated a full lockdown, and Motoko Attenborough showed up soon after to resolve the ugly situation. We go now live to a press conference where Motoko herself addresses some tough questions regarding the temporary absence of a staple member of her staff..."

“Hello everyone,” she said, before looking at a reporter.
“Is it true that Cryo’s snapped and is going on a permanent leave?” The woman smiled, before answering that question, “No, he’s just taking a long overdue vacation, that’s all,” she said, as another reporter started, “Is it true that you haven’t been in the bar as much,” Motoko raised her hand, “Honestly yes, raising kids does that to you, however don’t worry, I haven’t left Gambit’s!”
Another reporter started, “IS it true that you plan on hiring more people for the rush shift,” Motoko nodded, “Yes I am, so if you need a job and are tough, or cute, come on down to Gambits during Primetime [ooc]8-11 PM EST[/ooc] and ask for Motoko! Yet another one of the many reporters asked “With this new person, who wants to threaten gambits, what do you think of him?” Now that question seemed to stump the ace, before an answer came out. “I think they are bold, but not smart. Threatening people who have worked so hard to make people happy… I don’t like that at all, and I’ll have to deal with it as soon as I can!” Motoko nodded, as she looked for more reporters to answer questions, ready to go as soon as the questions came flying down.

MISSING PERSON!

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 06:26:21 +0000

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Gambit's bar under new management.

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:57:40 +0000

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[size=200][center][font=Eurostile]Tech Con News Network[/font][/center][/size]

The screen floats about, to reveal two men sitting at a ultra modern looking desk.

"Hi I'm Merrin Telsek with the Tech Con News Network, and I have a startling announcement to make." The lead anchor would say as the camera focused on him.

"A Deal has just been announced that Miles Hagan, Owner, founder and CEO of Tech Con just purchased a majority of Gambit's Bar for 2 Billion cubits, the future this has on the bar is uncertain, but one thing is for sure, it is a bold move for Tech Con."

The screen changes to show Miles Hagan and Motoko Attenborough shaking hands after the deal is concluded. Then it shifts back to the anchors.

"Tech Con is also adopting a safety first policy with the fighting going on at Gambits, vowing to have Tech Con clamp down on any conflicts, new assets will be available to Gambits, such as the Centurion, as well as various other units." The Anchor explained.

"This is Merrin Telsek, Tech Con breaking news."

Wing City Enforcement Division welcomes new members to the t

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:00:01 +0000

At the moment no names can be given. The only information that was delivered via a live telecast, from WCED is the following:

[i]“We would like to welcome a new division to our vastly expanding Enforcement Division. This new division will be dedicated to keeping the streets of our city cleaner than ever before. Due to the nature of this team and what they need to do, we can give no further information about them; or their large task at hand.”[/i]

Despite our many attempts to gather more information about this new team, we cannot bring you any other information at this time.

United Soviet Alliance Forcibly Returns... Again

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:45:44 +0000

Just yesterday, the United Soviet Alliance, which has been silent for a long time, finally remerges crushing all in its path. Rumours is their leader was couped and a ned one put in. Yes this is a very short news report. I know right? Blame my news station.

Poll Shows No One Feels Safe in Wing City

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:47:21 +0000

-The screen flickers as a non-standard broadcast interrupts the shows. An unseen narrator speaks as scenes of destroyed and damaged buildings of wing city are shown-

A recent poll has shown that a majority of the people in the bar would trust their own skills, weapons and magics to protect themselves from the threats of Wing City, especially that of Gambit's Bar, then they would any of the so called protectors.

After a firefight broke out today involving Red Halo Mercenaries and Tech Con, the Coalition arrived to clean up the mess. While Tech Con was involved with their battle, another person rose up to fight off a killer robot, one of many that frequent the bar.

"[color=#0000FF]Yeah, it's just not safe here anymore. Most of us just come here to meet people, we don't want to see gun fights right outside, especially not with explosives and lasers. People could get caught in the crossfire and die from that sort of battle.[/color]"

Most reporters also now avoid the bar, deeming it not worth their life getting a good story. The reporter who was present at the time just happened to be dropping off a parcel for his friend when the fighting broke out.

"[color=#00BF00]Maybe if there was a better way to get people to fight somewhere else, then everyone would feel safe. Isn't there an unused arena or something[/color]?" suggested one person.

But until that day comes, Wing City will always be a city of fear.

-The screen flickers and goes back to it's normal programming as if there had never been the broadcast at all-

Baros to be added to Galaxy Railway's Nova Line!

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 01:25:40 +0000

*The camera shows only static before a wavering image can be made out. Shouting is heard above the static, knobs are adjusted, and eventually a fuzzy but stable picture can be seen before someone off-screen shouts something about it being as good as they're likely to get. Shrugging, the young, blonde, and attractive newscaster, whose shirt resembles an armored corset, begins talking into the transmitter.*

"Hello, and welcome to Wing City Action News; I'm Lexi Cummings. In an unexpected move today, the ruling body of the previously little-known Barosian Empire has agreed to allow the Galaxy Railway to expand their already impressive list of destinations to their capital city of Marotus. Here at a press conference, Crown Prince Vemarius makes a statement on behalf of his father, King Leodarius the Fifth, who was unavailable for comment."

*Unlike the last transition, the movement from the studio, where sharp-eyed viewers can swear they can make out various pieces of BDSM gear despite the blurry image, is crisp and clear. A heavily muscled chrome dome of a man wearing a golden-yellow suit of form-fitting armor takes the podium, the emblem of a stylized crown emblazoned across its broad chest.*

"We are thrilled to open our gates to those that wish to experience the splendors of our home world firsthand. Through this offer, we hope to develop an increased sense of community with other civilizations in the known 'verse: Our neighbors' boom times are now chances for us to benefit as well from their good fortune, and their difficult times are now opportunities for us to share our resolve with those that cannot find it within themselves. To our new neighbors: Our strength is now your strength, and your burdens are ours to help you bear. Together, may we progress forever forward!"

*The transition back to the studio is as problematic and blurry as it was at the start of the broadcast. Eventually, they get it working again.*

Lexi shuffles the papers in her hands, looking a little flustered as she tries to remember her place. Finally, she seems to remember. "Ah, here we go. In other news, Gambit's Bar has been reconstructed again, though some citizens of Wing City are concerned about the general public's lack of access to the rafters in the new design..."

Wing City Rumor Watch on the Artifacts

Thu, 06 May 2010 03:05:43 +0000

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What are the Artifacts?[/b][/center]
In front of Gambit's Bar, the report, a perky 20-something woman with a stylish haircut and business suit stands, microphone in hand. She smiling brightly, and next to her stands the bartender of Gambit's recognizable to any of the patrons.

"Hello! I'm Sandy Day, here with the bartender of Wing City's world famous Gambit's Bar!" She says, smiling brightly to the camera. "We're here to find the facts on one of the more disturbing rumors floating about Wing City." She pause again, shooting the camera another smile, before turning to face the bartender. "Tell me Mr. Bartender, have you heard anything about Artifacts? We hear that's the latest buzzword on the street."

The bartender smiles politely and nods. "Yes Miss Day, I have. I don't rightly know what they are, but as far as I can tell there are several very powerful men and women all on the look out for them. And they seem willing to do pretty much anything to get them." He says, his voice calm even as he relayed the news. Behind them, you could see an explosion occur through one of the windows of Gambit's Bar. This event was thoroughly ignored by both the people.

"Can you tell me what these people want these Artifacts for?" Sandy presses and the bartender looks thoughtful for a moment or so.

"Seems to me they want them for a whole lot of reasons. I can tell you though, that I don't rightly trust anyone who would attack people just sitting at the counter to get a hold of theirs." The bartender says.

"I see. Tell me, do you know what these people call themselves, sir?"

"Yes miss, I do. On one side you have the people who have been protecting these artifacts. They call themselves the Guardians, though I've heard the Patronus as well. And on the other hand, you've got the people who want the artifacts. Those people are called the Orsa Terminus."

He replies, but he goes on, ignoring Sandy, who had opened her mouth to ask another question. "I've heard both sides looking for help in the bar. Guess you'd just have to ask if you wanted to help either one out." He says quietly, looking straight at the camera.

"That's good to know sir! Now tell me, what sort of artifacts are they talking about here? Is it any magical artifacts, things made by someone specific?"

The bartender stops and things this over for a minute, ignoring the dent that just appeared in Gambit's wall and the man who entered by kicking the door off it's hinges. "Hm. I'm pretty certain it's just a handful of specific items. I don't rightly know, but I'm pretty sure."

As another explosion happens in the bar, the reporter glances back at it dubiously, before looking to the camera. "Well, thank you for your time, Mr. Bartender!" She chirrups happily and he nods, about to say something. Sandy quickly cuts him off as the sound of fighting grows.

"I'm Sandy Day, and this is Wing City Rumor Watch! Remember, keep your ears open, and your eyes wide! See you next time!"

The camera shuts off, returning to commercial break, but not before you catch site of an odd man bringing in a beam of wood that looks far too heavy for the average man to carry.

Trantor Live Update: Artifact Searches Debunked

Thu, 06 May 2010 03:14:57 +0000

Trantor News Now, live on TNN

Reports that a new paramilitary group are quote "Unfounded and illegal"

Trantor Command Reported that a multinational division to investigate strange and unusual objects are both "Impossible," and "illegal!"

Trantor will clearly NOT work on this, after all, it is not like we are working with the UCON as well as the Collation governments and new powers to Known space to investigate these strange factions. It is clear and present. We are not using the Ring class Exploration vessel as a base."

What do you think about people protecting these artifacts.

"They are unregistered mercenary groups. If they want to enter Trantor space, they can either register or be shot down. It is bad enough the Inviticus group ran rampant before intergalactic peacekeepers stabilized Terra. All of these so called do gooders should leave the real work up to the Intergalactic Congress and proper police groups!

And that was all that we could get here at TGN news. Thank you again for listing, and next up is I Cyborg, why I became a cyborg at age 4!

Rumor Watch

Thu, 20 May 2010 04:07:27 +0000

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Interview with an Orsa[/center]

Theme music begins to play and the camera pans across a series of comfortable looking chairs. It encompasses the entire set, before a second camera cuts in, focusing on the host. Sandy Day smiles brightly for her audience.

"Welcome everybody, to a special edition of Rumor Watch! Today we're honored to have with us one of the many fighters in the Artifact Wars, Nyx Alurane." The camera zooms out, taking in the sight of Nyx sitting on the chair next to her.

"So tell our viewers a little bit about yourself, Nyx. Only what you can of course. I wouldn't want to divulge any sensitive info."

“Myself? That is not at all sensitive; I hide nothing from those who ask nicely.” She chuckled quietly and idly flicked a strand of hair back from her features, settling into a comfier position in the chair before continuing, a thoughtful expression on her features. “Let’s see... As you know my name is Nyx Alurane. Often people tend to assume that simply because I am demonic that I will devour their souls at a moment’s notice or kidnap their children, something foolish like that-“ She chuckled quietly, shaking her head. “-But actually I am quite fond of chatting, much like we are doing now and I find it rather hurtful when people simply assume things without knowing me in the slightest...” She trailed off with a heavy sigh, placing the perfect imitation of sadness upon her face before shaking her head, as if removing depressing thoughts from her mind. “But I’m getting off subject, my apologies. I am fond of red wine, good conversation and good company... Also I have never lost a game of cards.” Again she chuckled lightly, smiling cheerfully. Her performance was made to create empathy, to create the image of a kind person, one who would never harm a fly. She hoped it would work. “I’m not sure what else to say... I’m afraid I’m not at all very interesting...” She chuckled, crossing her legs neatly as she waited for the next question, head tilted to one side in a curious fashion.

“Never lost a game of cards, huh? Sounds like a great skill to have.” She smiles brightly for the camera. “Remind me never to play poker with you, Nyx.” She chuckles, cuing audience laughter. As the laughter ends, she smoothly enters into the next question.

“So telle me a little more about your organization. We've heard many different views of the Orsa Terminus, you see, and would love to have it all cleared up.” Another award winning smile, and she prompts Nyx to speak, her body angled to show just the right amount of interest in what the other woman says.

At this she made a thoughtful sound, resting a finger to her bottom lip for several moments before replying. “We aren’t an organization... Simply a group of people who have the same interests, wish for the same things...” She smiled, nodding firmly. “We are like a family; Supporting each other when needed, protecting each other should one of us become in danger...” Her words were lies, yet they came out effortlessly, convincing as if they were nothing but the truth. “I think that... We have been getting a great deal of unwarranted bad press, so to speak... And I am unsure why. We simply defend ourselves when the need arises, that is not a bad thing surely?” She sighed heavily. “I adore my family as if they were that, and I only wish for us to succeed... Why should we be condemned for that?”

“I don't believe you should Nyx.” She says, covering the other woman's hand with her own. “It sounds as if you are really close to your family. If only all families loved each other so. I'm afraid I do have to ask what your family's goal is though? We've heard rumors of some horribly violent goals from your people.”

She took on a slightly firmer look, white eyes glittering with longing as she replied without a moment’s hesitation. “As I said... We are like a family, but a broken one...” She lowered her head, a frown coming to her features. “Our dearest Father is lost to us; sealed away where we cannot reach him... We simply want him back.” She nodded, looking up once again. “Is that something terrible? To be fought against so terribly? We simply want to be made whole again, to change this world for the better... It is... A shame that others see things differently...” She looked off to one side, a small sniffling sound coming from her, and anyone would think she was truly crying as she turned back, clearing her throat. “I am sorry... That is a... A sensitive topic, please could you... Move on?”

“Of course!” She says, patting Nyx's hand comfortingly once or twice. “I'm sorry I upset you so, sweetie. I do hope you are able to reach your father soon.” She murmurs in comfort. “I'll move straight to the next question then. What can you tell me about the artifacts?”

Nyx tilted her head to one side, still slightly ‘saddened’ by the previous question. “Oh... I know little of them... Only that they are the items that are keeping... Keeping him away from us...” She lapsed into silence before continuing. “We seek them so desperately, we want nothing more than the items. We never wished for this conflict to begin, for so many lives to be put at risk... I know that personally I have tried speaking with several carries of these items, to convince them to peacefully give them to us... And always my efforts have failed...” She shook her head. “It is... A terrible shame...”

“Now we've all heard the rumors, and I have to admit to curiosity now myself. People truly want to help you and your family out, but they need to know. Why should the viewers side with you in this so called 'Artifact War'?” She asks, the hard journalist's look coming to her eye once more. This was what she wanted to know.

She looked rather surprised at this and shook her head quickly. “A war? I was not aware that this was being called such... I am... Quite shocked...” She looked genuinely so for a moment before continuing. “I suppose if anyone has been forcibly separated from a dear family member, has felt the pain of loss as we have... I would think that they would empathize with our plight... However I do not want anyone to join in with this, like I said; I have made peaceful approaches, all of which have failed and so I would hate for people to join and become injured...” The true reason was simply that she wished no one to get in the way... But she would never say such a thing.

'I see.” The journalists smiles brightly once more, putting on her happiest face. “I'm glad to hear your concern for the common man, Nyx. It makes me glad that there are still people like you in this world.”

The journalist leans towards Nyx ever so slightly, before smiling a vaguely predatory smile. “Now you simply must tell me, so the ordinary man knows. Are these so-called Artifacts, dangerous to ordinary people?”

She nodded gravely at this. “Currently as they are being used as weapons... Sadly they are... We of the Orsa cannot use them ourselves, and so were we to have them, there would be no risk to the public, however currently they are being held by trigger happy individuals, who would rather fight than speak... So currently.... Yes, they are a danger.” She looked downward at her knees, seeming very regretful of this fact.

The journalist waits for a moment before speaking again, as the camera pans across the shocked faces of her studio audience. Once the lens has focused on her once more, Sandy appears to think over the next question. “We have heard a bit of a public outcry lately, Nyx. The people want to know, why can't your family fight away from public places? It's said a lot of the recent damage to the ever popular Gambit's Bar has been induced primarily by the fighters of this war.”

She looked rather confused at this, tilting her head to one side. “I have only, sadly been a part of one fight, however I am sure I can speak for my allies when I say that we use every precaution to remove these unfortunate conflicts away from the public... We wish no harm upon anyone after all, we simply wish for our Father to be allowed to be free again...”

“I'm sure you'll get your wish one day Nyx. You seem too noble a woman not to.” She reassures the other woman with a gentle smile. “Now please, tell our viewers what your supporters can do to help?”

“Truly we have few in the way of supporters because we wish to limit the danger we put people in... However those we do have could strive to gain the artifacts, information on where to find them, who possesses them... Anything of that nature would be vitally important, and of course well rewarded...” She nodded slowly. “And of course, I believe peaceful solutions to be the best ones... However unfortunately the guardians of these items seem to advocate violence... And so I would also urge supporters to keep themselves safe... I would personally be deeply saddened if any were to fall...”

With all questions answered, Nyx would smile happily at the interviewer and bow her head respectfully. “I thank you very much for letting me have this chance to talk with you... Hopefully things will go much more smoothly now that the public know what we are truly like, not the great evil we are being made out to be... My thanks again.”

“It was no problem at all Nyx; I had a wonderful time interviewing you. Thank you for coming on our show.” She turned to face the camera, which zoomed in on her, excluding Nyx from the shot. “You've heard straight form the Orsa's mouth, Wing City! Feel free to e-mail in your comments on today's interview, and be sure to watch our next episode, where we have the honor of hearing the story on the other side.”

Credit rolls and the camera zooms out, viewing the two from a downward angle as they make light talk together. The credits finish, only to be replaced by sponsor commercials and soon, the next program.

Rumor Watch Episode Two!

Fri, 21 May 2010 17:15:53 +0000

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[b]Interview with a Patronus[/b][/center]

Theme music begins to play and the camera pans across a series of comfortable looking beige chairs. It encompasses the entire set, before a second camera cuts in, focusing on the host. Sandy Day smiles brightly for her audience.

"Welcome everybody, to a special edition of Rumor Watch! Today we're honored to have with us one of the many fighters in the Artifact Wars, Dallas Reiger. We've interviewed the Orsa Terminus, and now it's time to talk to the Patronus!" The camera zooms out, taking in the sight of Dallas sitting on the chair next to her. "Now Dallas, what can you tell me about yourself? I understand you may be unable to say some things, for your own safety, and, of course, the safety of your teammates?"

The priestess shifted uncomfortably in her seat, looking altogether uneasy with the technology around her. She forced a smile, which lacked any of the woman’s usual kindliness and geniality. "I can tell you what is common knowledge. I am a priestess of the near-extinct Lahanian Empryea, currently residing in the area of the Multiverse around Gambit's Bar in Wing City."

The hostess smiles brightly at the woman. "The Lahanian Empryea! Sounds interesting, Dallas. And you must be a brave woman to even reside in Wing City." She says with a smile, moving on to her next question. "Now I understand that you can't tell me exactly which artifact each member holds, but what can you tell me about these Artifacts we've been hearing oh so much about lately?"

Dallas nodded stoically, feeling as though she had as much social grace as her dragonborn companion. She was not one to admit she was intimidated by things, but that didn’t mean she truly wasn’t. "As much as I know, I will relay. The artifacts are ordinary items imbued with otherwise extraordinary powers. Each is unique. Together, they are the keys to unleashing a terrible evil known only as The Sealed One.”

Sandy leans forward, obviously intrigued. "The Sealed One? Ooo, sounds dangerous." She states, obviously trying to lead the priestess down that path.

The priestess quirked a curious brow, oblivious to Sandy’s attempts to create ratings-fetching drama and mystique. "It does sound rather ominous....and the little bit of power it has shown thus far is enough for me to believe that what was sealed should remain so.”

Sandy frowns. "I see. I suppose you must not know too much about the Sealed One, since it is locked up." She states, smiling slightly. "Viewers want to know Dallas, why should people help you out on your side of the war?"

"Being as the safety and well-being of the citizens both in Wing City and abroad is our main concern, I can't see any reason they wouldn't ally themselves with us." She looked genuinely confused at that, as though it were a simplistic matter of black and white. "As we do not know what this Sealed One is capable of, it's simply makes the most sense to keep it sealed."

"That does make sense to me. But I can't help but ask...If you are so concerned about the safety of the people in Wing City, then why do all of your battle seem to begin and end in extremely public and often crowded places. Other news sources have even cited both of your groups as para-military, and highly dangerous!" Sandy says, leaning in towards Dallas.

The priestess frowned, her irritation clearly growing at what she saw as absolutely ridiculous accusations. "I can assure you it is not the intention of the Patronus to cause harm or destruction. It seems as though our attempts at hiding in plain sight have failed rather miserably, and we have resorted to more remote places. However it can't be helped that the occasional scuffle happens in public places...the enemy is relentless."

Sandy sits back and smiles. "I'm glad to hear that your side, at least, is trying to take all those battles out of Wing City." She says, before he eyes narrow slightly. "So tell me, Dallas, does your side start most of the fights, or do you simply try to finish them. And what peaceful methods have you tried resolving thing conflict?"

Her eyes widened slightly in surprise at the question, having relatively little experience with journalistic types. "Erm...though my personal preferences are for mediation and negotiation, it seems that the Orsa has no interest in such things. They often attack guardians with little warning and little chance for peaceful resolution. The Patronus is left with little recourse but to defend ourselves.”

"We haven't had the opportunity to pursue peace."

"Hm. Well, you must not have much time before the attack to even shout parlay then!" She quips with a smile, before moving onto the next question. "What exactly do these artifacts this war is about do? I understand they open the jail cell of the Sealed One, but Other than that, do these magical items have any particular powers?"

"Each one has it's own individual abilities. They range from offensive magic to defensive magic to mental magic." She paused, her natural inclination being to use her armor as an example. However, she wasn't certain it was a wise idea to reveal that information, seeing as it was going to be that much easier to be outed by her enemies.

"Oh? wouldn't that make them dangerous to the normal people of Wing City?" She asks with a polite smile. "Offensive magic can be pretty dangerous to the normal man and woman on the street."

"We are trying to keep such weapons out of the hands of those who would use them against innocent people." Her brow creased slightly, wondering how many times she was going to have to say the same thing over and over. The priestess quite decided then and there that she didn't like journalists.

Sandy nods and smiles. "I'm always glad to hear that our beloved city has a few heroes in it, Dallas. Tell me, if someone wanted to join the Patronus, how would they do such a thing?"

She frowns thoughtfully for a moment. "I don't think we wish to put any more innocent lives at risk than we must...it probably wouldn't be wise for average citizens to join our ranks."

Sandy nods. "I see. If any citizens have any information they feel you need to know, what would you suggest they do?" She asks, looking at Dallas intently.

This she seems to ponder for a very long time before finally speaking. "Find me." The answer was not spoken with any sense of jest, it was most logically the thing to do. She could not risk exposing other members of the Patronus, as she was apparently their...erm...public face. "I am most often available in Gambits Bar....though I may be less frequent than normal. Other than that, I am certain the resourceful citizens of Wing City can manage to find a way." It was her turn to smile sweetly, quite effectively masking the mockery in her tone.

"Alright! Thank you for all your help, Dallas, and thank you for agreeing to be on our show." She says smiling, then turns to the cameras. "And thank you, my dear viewers, for tuning into today's episode of Rumor Watch! You've heard both sides of the story, now it's up to you to make you your minds!" The reporter. says with a bright grin.

The priestess smiles at the camera, rather genuinely considering, before it cuts to pre-credits commercials.

Ready For War

Mon, 31 May 2010 22:46:16 +0000

[b]The logo for the Wing City News Network would show up on the screen, broadcasting live as always. The logo would disappear in favor of showing the Invictus' logo for a few moments, before the screen shifts to the news room. Kazen could be seen sitting next to Erick Kelly with Phinx sitting on the other side.[/b]

"Hello, this is Erick Kelly... with... Kazen Horne and Mary Munroe of the Invictus." Erick would say, clearing his throat, looking over to Kazen. "Aye! And, we got something to say, fuck the Aschen." As soon as Kazen said this, Phinx would stand and hold a banner, that said, 'Fuck The Aschen' in big red letters. "And fuck anyone that has anything to do with them." Phinx added, "Consider this the official..." Phinx paused for a moment, "Declaration of war?" Erick reluctantly finished, "That works! In a way. It ain't really as much of a war, as it is us saying, Wing City is not safe for the Aschen."

[b]The screen would move to show some desert location, several members of the Invictus could be seen standing and facing the camera, Cyern at the forefront of them.[/b]

"This is what we are working with." Cyern would mutter, loud enough for the camera to hear of course, but subtitles were still put up. Cyern would nod once to the Invictus mercenaries, one would run off and wave his hand to someone off-screen. At this, a large battle ship would appear behind the Invictus and Cyern, obviously it was cloaked for some time. "We have many more, we will use them." Cyern said.

[b]The screen shifted once more to go back to Kazen, Phinx, and Erick.[/b]

"The Aschen will see this, and they'll come trying to prove something, as diplomacy seems to be too hard for their brains to handle. Really predictable, they are, we'll destroy them. If not, fuck them up." Kazen said with a chuckle.

[b]The Invictus logo would show again, and then the broadcast would end in favor of commercials.[/b]

DMA Press Release: MEA Seeks Torturer of SAC Cameron FIELDS

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 04:57:43 +0000

[center][b][size=150]UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF MAGICAL AFFAIRS
MAGICAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCY
HEADQUARTERS - WASHINGTON D.C.

Department of Magical Affairs Press Release[/b][/size]

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[right][b]Magical Enforcement Agency
Wing City Field Office
http://wing.mea.gov/[/b][/right]

[b]For Immediate Release[/b]
4 June 2010

[center][b]MEA Seeks Torturer of SAC Cameron FIELDS[/b][/center]

WING CITY - On Wednesday evening, Special Agent in Charge Cameron FIELDS of the MEA's Wing City Field Office was arrested by the Aschen Langaran Defense Agency as an alleged member of the designated unlawful "Orsa of Terminus" organization. Under Aschen law, Agent FIELDS was taken into custody under the category of "prisoner of war", as the Aschen Confederation has deemed the Orsa of Terminus a national security threat. After Agent FIELDS's arrest by LDA Special Agent Marlene ANGEL, Agent FIELDS was subjected to various forms of torture and prisoner abuse considered unlawful under the Geneva Conventions and the Eighth Amendment. Although the Aschen Confederation is neither a signatory to the Geneva Conventions nor subject to the provisions of the United States Constitution, the MEA categorically condemns the actions of Agent ANGEL and those who are accessory to the continued mistreatment of Agent FIELDS.

The MEA has a responsibility to protect and to serve not only those in its jurisdiction, but also and especially those who are sworn agents of the Agency, and it will carry out this duty via all possible means. The MEA is working closely with the Department of Justice and the Department of State, with MEA Deputy Director Lisa SHEAHAN collaborating with Attorney General Naazmat CHAKLADAR and Secretary of State Annmarie YORE to pursue all available means to secure Agent FIELD's release. Failing that, the MEA demands that the Aschen formally charge Agent FIELDS with a crime, and try him publicly in an impartial hearing.

One measure which the MEA is actively pursuing is to demand reparations for the crimes committed against Agent FIELDS. The MEA has filed criminal charges with the District Court against Agent ANGEL for violating Agent FIELDS's civil rights, denying him due process, and intentionally torturing him. Agent ANGEL is currently being sought to face these charges in a court of law. Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of Agent ANGEL is asked to contact the nearest MEA Field Office so that Agent ANGEL can be brought to justice. The MEA agent assigned to the ANGEL/FIELDS case is Agent Karen L. TORGESEN.

In addition, the Secretary of Magical Affairs and Director of the MEA, Ayasha ZIEDINS, is currently offworld in Caprica City, in the Caprican Prefecture of the Aschen Confederation, in part to maintain a continued MEA presence to lobby for the humane treatment of Agent FIELDS. No further statement will be made on Director ZIEDINS's whereabouts or activities.

The MEA will fully cooperate with the LDA's investigation into Agent FIELD's alleged involvement with the Orsa of Terminus, and is conducting its own internal investigation, with Agent TORGESEN assigned to return a full report on all findings either against Agent FIELDS or in his favor. The public will be notified if the U.S. Attorney for the District of Wing City decides to file charges against Agent FIELDS.

Any further, non-time sensitive comments may be directed to the Press Office of the MEA Wing City Field Office.

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Ayasha Ziedins
Director, Magical Enforcement Agency
Secretary of Magical Affairs[/right]

DMA Press Release: SAC Cameron FIELDS Faces Life in Prison

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 03:12:13 +0000

[center][b][size=150]UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF MAGICAL AFFAIRS
MAGICAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCY
HEADQUARTERS - WASHINGTON D.C.

Department of Magical Affairs Press Release[/b][/size]

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[right][b]Magical Enforcement Agency
Wing City Field Office
http://wing.mea.gov/[/b][/right]

[b]For Immediate Release[/b]
8 June 2010

[center][b]SAC Cameron FIELDS Faces Life in Prison[/b][/center]

WING CITY - On Wednesday evening, Special Agent in Charge Cameron FIELDS of the MEA's Wing City Field Office was arrested by the Aschen Langaran Defense Agency as an alleged member of the designated unlawful "Orsa of Terminus" organization. Under Aschen law, Agent FIELDS was taken into custody under the category of "prisoner of war", as the Aschen Confederation has deemed the Orsa of Terminus a national security threat. Following a series of allegations against LDA Special Agent Marlene E. ANGEL of prisoner abuse and torture, the MEA issued an arrest warrant for Agent ANGEL, but earlier today, Deputy Director Lisa SHEAHAN announced that the warrant would be rescinded due to the MEA's own investigative findings without further comment.

Upon further investigation, MEA Special Agent Karen L. TORGESEN uncovered criminal intent on Agent FIELD's part in providing material aid to the Orsa of Terminus. He was reportedly recruited by a being known only as Krycis, with the intent to unlawfully obtain magical items known collectively as the twelve artefacts, for the purpose of securing the magically obtainable release of a being known as the Sealed One, whose liberation is being considered a national security threat by both the Aschen Confederation and the United States. Agent FIELDS participated in several violent altercations with the members of an organization called the Patronus, at least one incident resulting in the death of a Patronus member. He publicly and privately supported and lent aid to the Orsa of Terminus, in defiance of the designated 'unlawful criminal organization' status imposed upon the Orsa of Terminus organization.

The MEA has removed Agent FIELDS from official duties without pay, and the permanent termination of his employment is pending the completion of a separate Internal Affairs investigation. Deputy Director SHEAHAN has appointed Amira QAHTANI as Acting Special Agent in Charge of the Wing City Field Office, pro tempore. The MEA is now requesting that Agent FIELDS be extradited to the United States to stand trial on the charges of Conspiracy, Unlawful Fraternization with a Criminal Organization, and Proving Material Aid to a Criminal Organization. Agent FIELDS faces life in prison if convicted. The U.S. Attorney handling Agent FIELDS's case, responsible for Wing City and its district, is Oluwadara UGOCHUKWU.

The MEA is fully cooperating with the Aschen investigation into Agent FIELDS's activities, and is open to pursuing all possible avenues of justice in this case. It is regrettable when any public official abuses the trust and responsibility of his position for personal gain, and unlawfully consorts with a known criminal organization with a known criminal intent, and the MEA is dedicated to justice in all cases, especially when the perpetrator of a crime is a public official entrusted to the safekeeping of the people. Special Agent Karen L. TORGESEN received commendations from headquarters for her diligent work in this case.

Director Ayasha ZIEDINS is unavailable for comment. Any comments may be directed to the Press Office of the MEA Wing City Field Office.

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Ayasha Ziedins
Director, Magical Enforcement Agency
Secretary of Magical Affairs[/right]

Special Agent Cassandra M. SCHWARTZ Killed in Line of Duty

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 01:56:00 +0000

[center][b]UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
HEADQUARTERS - WASHINGTON D.C.

Department of Justice Press Release[/b]

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[right][b]Federal Bureau of Investigation
Wing City Field Office
http://wing.fbi.gov/[/b][/right]

[b]For Immediate Release[/b]
8 June 2010

[center][b]Special Agent Cassandra M. SCHWARTZ Killed in Line of Duty[/b][/center]

WING CITY - Earlier this week, Supervisory Special Agent Cassandra M. SCHWARTZ was pursuing a sensitive lead in the ongoing investigation of the terrorist organization Hataf in Wing City when she was shot by two suspects, dying shortly afterward in a car explosion engineered by the same two suspects.

Hataf is believed to have at least two sleeper cells operating in the vicinity of Wing City, with the intent to strike in a major attack at some point before the close of the year. Agent SCHWARTZ was working undercover in connection with an FBI informant when she arranged to meet Hamid SHARIF and Leopold WATTS in Gambit's Hotel, a well-known recreational and social location, located above Gambit's Bar, off of Main Street. SHARIF and WATTS were witnessed pursuing Agent SCHWARTZ through the floors of Gambit's Hotel, before shooting her and blowing out part of the ceiling above Gambit's Bar. Witnesses inside the bar stated that Agent SCHWARTZ fell through the hole created in the ceiling, before making her way out to the Side Alley connecting Gambit's Bar to Main Street.

Afterward, SHARIF and WATTS were witnessed following Agent SCHWARTZ outside, where they detonated a bomb planted in Agent SCHWARTZ's car, resulting in an explosion that killed Agent SCHWARTZ and wounded several passerby, who were treated at St. Stephen's for minor injuries. SHARIF and WATTS were not seen again, and are believed to have fled the jurisdiction of Wing City, pending further investigation. The FBI is now actively seeking SHARIF and WATTS, and has issued a warrant for their arrest on the charges of conspiracy and capital murder. SHARIF and WATTS are also wanted in connection to the terrorist organization Hataf, for providing material aid to a designated terrorist organization.

Agent SCHWARTZ was a dedicated young woman born in 1975 in Ninety Six, South Carolina. Agent SCHWARTZ graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in political science. While a senior, she interned with a South Carolina Representative to the US House of Representatives, but then turned toward a career in criminal justice, and was hired by the FBI shortly after graduation as a Special Agent. Initially assigned to Violent Crimes in Los Angeles, Agent SCHWARTZ was later assigned to counterterrorism, where she was partnered with her cousin, Supervisory Special Agent Natalie E. SCHULTZ, where the two have been collaborating primarily on the Tahira Ali task force, of which Agent SCHULTZ is the lead agent.

Agent SCHWARTZ was known by her coworkers as a dedicated agent committed to pursuing justice with honor and bravery despite the numerous risks she faced with undercover work on terrorism investigations. She is survived by two ex-husbands, Matthew WALKER, and Julius BASTIANELLI; her father, the Honorable Yosef SCHWARTZ; two sisters, Stephanie SCHWARTZ and Brittany SCHWARTZ; and her cousin, Supervisory Special Agent Natalie SCHULTZ. Viewing hours will be at the Caruso Funeral Home in Washington D.C. Thursday from 4pm-6pm and Friday from 10am-12pm; the funeral will be held at Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday at 9am.

The agent assigned to investigate Agent SCHWARTZ's murder is Special Agent Scott DeLONG, who is a liaison between the counterterrorism divisions in Headquarters and the Wing City Field Office. Any comments may be directed to the Press Office of the MEA Wing City Field Office. Condolescences may be expressed to the Honorable Yosef SCHWARTZ by contacting Agent DeLONG. The SCHWARTZ family is asking that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Cassandra Schwartz Memorial Fund, which will support the families of FBI agents killed or injured in the line of duty.

[right]Robert Edwards
Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation[/right]

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Addendum: Hamid SHARIF is a 32 year old white male of Syrian descent, who speaks Arabic, French, and English; he is 5'9" and weighs 140 pounds, and has dark brown hair and light brown eyes. Leopold WATTS is a 29 year old white male of Austrian descent, who speaks German, Hungarian, and English; he is 5'11" and weighs 147 pounds, and has blond hair and blue eyes. The FBI is offering a reward of $50,000 for information leading directly to the apprehension of either SHARIF or WATTS. Both men are considered armed and extremely dangerous.

Aschen Confederation Ministry of Law Press Release

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:34:47 +0000

[center][size=150]The Aschen Confederation Ministry of Law[/size][/center]
[center]Caprica Prefectural Division[/center]
[center][size=85]Caprica City Office[/size][/center]

[center][size=85]Press Release[/size][/center]

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[b]For Immediate dissemination[/b] [right]The Aschen Confederation Ministry of Law
1-3-21 Hippoforalkus Ridge Circle,
Sagittaron, Sagittaria Prefecture 544-SGTA[/right]

CAPRICA CITY - Caprica City police recently arrested Ayasha Ziedens in Little Tauron today pending LDA Deportation back to Terra.

It was of course after the Aschen Defense minister, with the approval of the Langaran Defense Agency and several other branches including several members of parliament. The decision was a result of Ayasha recklessly issuing a warrant threatening the Aschen rights of Special Agent, Marlene Angel. Further developments place Agent: Natalie Schultz as a temporary detainee of the Aschen Confederation until the situation with Cameron Fields has been resolved. It has also been decided by the Ministry of Law that it is in Cameron Fields' best interest to have him remain in Whispering Mountain prison until Triad can be convened and the Ministry of Defense decides whether or not to sentence Cameron in the Aschen courts, or to extradite him back to the United States.

The Aschen Ministry of Defense has also furthermore placed any diplomatic holds on US requests until the investigation into Mr. Fields is completed, and it is decided what is to be done with him.

In closing, the Aschen Confederation will be temporarily suspending high-level trade and tourism with the US Government, until the investigation ends.

New Executive Asst. Director of National Security Branch

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 05:58:19 +0000

[i]OOC: I need to fix the background color on my images so they appear transparent with the forum's color scheme. Unfortunately, I'm a bit lazy. With any luck, I will eventually buckle down and just do it.[/i]

[center][b]UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
HEADQUARTERS - WASHINGTON D.C.

Department of Justice Press Release[/b]

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[right][b]Federal Bureau of Investigation
Headquarters
http://www.fbi.gov/[/b][/right]

[b]For Immediate Release[/b]
10 June 2010

[center][b]Safwan QASIM Appointed Executive Assistant Director of National Security Branch[/b][/center]

WASHINGTON DC - Following the retirement of the distinguished Jethro McNAMARA as Executive Assistant Director of National Security Branch of the FBI, Director Robert EDWARDS appointed Deputy Director Safwan QASIM of the New York City Field Office to the position, where QASIM will oversee the divisions of the FBI responsible for intelligence and counterterrorism, in defending our nation from threats to national security.

Safwan QASIM was born and raised in San Francisco, California, where he attended public school before graduating summa cum laude from the University of Southern California with dual Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in sociology. QASIM interned with an international non-governmental organization providing students opportunities to assist in the stabilization of governments in developing nations. After graduation, QASIM spent several years abroad working with the Department of State in sensitive areas before returning to America.

QASIM was first hired as an FBI agent in 1980, where he worked several major cases in the violent crimes division. Later, when the FBI's responsibilities were expanded, QASIM took on the additional responsibilities of working on sensitive intelligence cases pertaining to the Middle East area. QASIM spent the last few years of his work as a field agent on counterterrorism related cases, before being promoted to Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Miami Field Office. QASIM was reassigned to the New York City Field Office in 2002 as a Special Agent in Charge, before being appointed Deputy Director of the New York City Field Office in 2007.

The FBI is pleased to announce the new appointment of a man who has bravely served his nation and upheld the ideals of the FBI's motto - fidelity, bravery, integrity - since the inception of his Bureau career.

[right]Robert Edwards
Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation[/right]

FBI Officials and Family Demand Release of Natalie SCHULTZ

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:31:44 +0000

[center][b]UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
HEADQUARTERS - WASHINGTON D.C.

Department of Justice Press Release[/b]

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[right][b]Federal Bureau of Investigation
Headquarters
http://www.fbi.gov/[/b][/right]

[b]For Immediate Release[/b]
10 June 2010

[center][b]FBI Officials and Schultz Family Demand Release of Natalie SCHULTZ[/b][/center]

WASHINGTON DC - Over the past several days, the Aschen Confederation's Ministry of Law and the United States Magical Enforcement Agency have been embroiled in disagreement over the charges pending against MEA Special Agent in Charge Cameron FIELDS, accused of being an unlawful member of the criminal Orsa of Terminus organization, and currently in LDA custody in the Aschen Confederation.

At the same time, the Aschen Confederation and the United States have been working in concert to act against the Orsa of Terminus, most recently with the incident of the rogue Aiyanna-A android, originally created by Graystone Industries. The FBI kindly lent the services of Supervisory Special Agent Natalie E. SCHULTZ to Graystone Industries and the Aschen government in order to incapacitate Aiyanna-A. Following the successful takeover of Aiyanna-A's base ships, allegedly used to 'assimilate' beings by removing their organs and limbs to replace them with mechanical prosthetics, Agent SCHULTZ was detained by the LDA.

The Aschen Ministry of Law announced the detention of Agent SCHULTZ in a press release disseminated yesterday. Agent SCHULTZ, a well-respected counterterrorism operative, has been instrumental in investigating and combating sleeper cells associated with terrorist grops including Al Qaeda, Hataf, and the Earth Liberation Front. Agent SCHULTZ's work has led to the convictions of nearly two dozen Hataf terrorists whose self-proclaimed mission is to bring about the end of all time through violent means. Agent SCHULTZ is respected within the Bureau for her linguistic abilities and ability to process enormous volumes of information in the course of an ongoing investigation.

First hired in 1995, Agent SCHULTZ has worked in organized crime, white collar crime, cyber crime, and counterterrorism. Agent SCHULTZ has worked with the CIA, the Armed Forces, the NSA, and the Joint Counterterrorism Task Force, to which she is permanently attached. Agent SCHULTZ is the lead agent on the Tahira Ali task force, whose primary purpose is the ongoing investigation into the activities of convicted terrorist Tahira ALI and her organization, Hataf. Agent SCHULTZ is one of the Bureau's primary assets in the War on Terror. If the Aschen continue to detain her without cause, they will be indirectly inhibiting the abilities of the Bureau to carry out its stated mission.

Furthermore, Agent SCHULTZ's family has come forward, asking the Aschen Confederation to repatriate Agent SCHULTZ on compassionate grounds. Her mother, Dr. Mara SCHULTZ, a professor of Modern Languages and Literature at Harvard University, has issued a statement to the Bureau disclosing that Agent SCHULTZ suffers from a debilitating combination of obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, and Asperger's Syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder. Individuals on the autism spectrum tend to rely on routine and predictability as stabilizing factors to alleviate high levels of anxiety associated with change and randomness. They have great difficulties adapting to change, and may be overloaded with sensory stimuli and anxiety when confronted with stressful changes.

Agent SCHULTZ was sent to Caprica City with little warning and no foreknowledge of the circumstances under which she was being temporarily reassigned to Graystone Industries. Not being permitted to leave, and being detained for reasons not pertaining to her own actions, Agent SCHULTZ may be in severe psychological trauma, and in danger of an adverse psychological reaction to these sudden developments resulting in her detention. The sooner Agent SCHULTZ is repatriated, the higher the probability that she will recover psychologically and return to her duties within the Bureau.

The FBI is committed to the wellbeing of its agents, and is asking the Aschen government to release Agent SCHULTZ from detention so that negotiations may proceed in the FIELDS case. The FBI is not involved in the ongoing investigation of Agent FIELDS, and only wishes to see Agent SCHULTZ safely home.

[right]Robert Edwards
Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation[/right]

DMA Press Release:Indictment Returned Against SAC Cameron FI

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 02:00:45 +0000

DOJ Press Release: SSA Natalie SCHULTZ Welcomed Home

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 02:05:35 +0000

DMA Press Release: MEA Seeks Kidnapper of Ayasha ZIEDINS

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:11:53 +0000

The Caprican

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 02:37:36 +0000

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[b]Caprica Prefecture due for Census:[/b]

You've seen the ads on the MAGLEV. You've watched the PSAs on CAP TV. Yes, that's right, the Caprica Census is coming! In just a few short months, you'll be asked by the Office of Statistics to complete a short questionnaire that will help the prefecture determine how to allocate future budgetary funds to better support the colony's infrastructure based on population.

As you may recall, the last census of Caprica was taken 10 years ago and a lot has changed since then. Among the standard questions on the upcoming census (e.g. number of members in household, ages, planet/prefecture of origin, etc.) expect to see some new questions that reflect a more modern Aschen society:

- Vehicles per household?
- Members of household in group marriage?
- Computers per household?

Also available for the first time is the ability to fill out a census form electronically. If you've registered your laptop ISP address with the Office of Records in the last year, you may be eligible for an e-census form. This method of electronic data collection will yield a more streamlined process and allow information to be aggregated more quickly. Though some worry about the e-census system being hacked, the Office of Records has taken great measures to prevent such an attack. They have teamed up with the Vergis Corporation's Systems Security Division to ensure a safe and reliable system. Despite such conveniences, most Capricans we interviewed for this story said they'd be sticking with the paper census again this year.

So expect to see census workers out in force this summer. Now, get ready to be counted! '
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[b]STOP THE SAGITTARON STEREOTYPES![/b]

I was watching [i]Young People Going Out with Each Other[/i] the other night and, in a remarkable twist on the show's usual theme, there was a character that turned down a woman's invitation to go back to her apartment after meeting at a dance club. "What are you, a Sagittaron?" she asks, mocking his decision to remain sexually abstinent.

I was watching Sketch Comedy Friday the other night and there was a skit where a hospital was taken over by a Sagittaron doctor, who banned all modern medicine and demanded patients only be administered herbal remedies and faith healing. Everyone in the hospital started dying from their sicknesses and injuries, and when the staff pleaded with the doctor to allow them to reinstate their usual health procedures, he refused, saying, "It is the Sagittaron Way."

I caught an old horror movie called Terror in Tawa in which a young Sagittaron girl becomes pregnant out of wedlock and gets an abortion. Everyone on her block finds out and they proceed to subject her to horrific physical and emotional tortures before burning her to death in front of a temple in the center of town as "a warning to others."

I have many more examples, but do I really need to go on?

Yes, stereotypes usually exist because they are based on some kind of truth. But they also exist because it is easier to simplify something you don't understand rather than try to truly be educated about it. Stereotypes are based on ignorance, and fear, and laziness. The Caprican entertainment industry chooses to see Sagittarons as pedantic religious zealots hopelessly behind the times, and from that point of view they are able to conjure endless sources of humiliation disguised as comic relief.

What they base their material on is certainly founded in some sort of reality. But it is far, far from the complete picture.

In short, I'm sick of the Sagittaron stereotypes in movies and on TV. By humiliating us for the sake of a laugh, the entertainment industry is only spreading its offensive ignorance and fear to its audience.

For shame!
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[b]TAHIRA ALI PAROLLED BY MINISTRY OF LAW[/b]

SAGITTARON - In a stunning announcement by the Aschen Ministry of Law the other night, Tahira Ali was paroled the other week. The Langaran Defense Agency has issued a full parole of Tahira Ali, and an invocation of full citizenship after sources say she converted to Kobollianism the other day.

The Americans seem to hold this parole in not very high regard, but the law stands firm. Tahira has been granted citizenship, given treatments as part of her citizenship, and allowed to go free. We'll see how the rest of the galaxy reacts to this, and hopefully Tahira won't let us all down.

DOJ Press Release: Raphael McGREGOR Sought for 13 Murders

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:15:15 +0000

[center][b]UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
HEADQUARTERS - WASHINGTON D.C.

Department of Justice Press Release[/b]

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[right][b]Federal Bureau of Investigation
Headquarters
http://www.fbi.gov/[/b][/right]

[b]For Immediate Release[/b]
27 June 2010

[center][b]Raphael McGREGOR Sought For Thirteen Murders[/b][/center]

WASHINGTON DC - Sunday afternoon, a man sought for disorderly conduct under suspicion of activity threatening national security fled when FBI agents approached to apprehend him. Fleeing on foot down Pennsylvania Avenue, Admiral Raphael E. McGREGOR, a native of Sagittaria, drew a Fuel Rod weapon and fired several times at pursuing FBI agents and civilians in the area, resulting in the deaths of Special Agent Shannon BOHJALIAN, Bethesda native Marilyn PORTER, and her two daughters, Ophelia KINGSTON and Clarice KINGSTON. It is reported that PORTER was seven months pregnant at the time of death.

McGREGOR continued to flee in a motor vehicle with accomplices down the interstate, blowing through a roadblock, heading towards Jug Bay Wetlands and the Black Water Creek, where he headed for a cave. When agents continued to pursue McGREGOR, he shot down a helicopter after being asked several times to surrender peacefully. Special Agents Amanda VALDEZ, Karim UMARI, Haris FLETCHER, Julian ROBERTS, Ustaj SAMEEN, Neil UNGUDMAN, Gerald BOVIENNEAUX, Taylor GOLDBERG, and Alex WILLIAMS died in the explosion. McGREGOR's actions also resulted in the wounding of over thirteen civilians and nineteen government personnel.

Earlier in the day, McGREGOR was stopped and questioned by US Secret Service Special Agent Alexandra PATTERSON for suspicious behavior on the lawn of the White House. According to Agent PATTERSON, McGREGOR allegedly verbally abused both her and the American government and defaced an American flag before leaving. After leaving the White House, McGREGOR entered the FBI J. Edgar Hoover Building, requesting to visit Supervisory Special Agent Natalie E. SCHULTZ. According to Special Agent Alec ROBISON, McGREGOR allegedly entered the counterterrorism department in an ostentatious, brazenly rude manner, spewing insults and racial epithets. Safwan QASIM, Director of the National Security Division, commented, "Admiral McGREGOR verbally mocked Agent SCHULTZ when he spoke to her, treating her as if she were the class outcast in a middle school playground. It was unacceptable behavior." These incidents led to an exhortation to detain McGREGOR for disorderly conduct.

"This man came to America to taunt our government and our country, but his mischievous, if somewhat misguided, intentions transformed into a sickening trail of destructive behavior," commented US Attorney Evan S. DRUMMOND of the District of Washington DC, "which has ruined the lives of thirteen individuals and affected their families and friends. No matter what else he is, or what else he has done, he is a murderer, and he will be brought to justice."

"The Aschen Confederation has revoked Admiral McGREGOR's Article Five rights, permitting us to seek and apprehend him," FBI Director Robert EDWARDS said. "Currently, he is being charged with resisting arrest, reckless endangerment, and thirteen counts of first degree murder." If convicted, McGREGOR faces a maximum sentence of the death penalty. A formal indictment was returned late this afternoon from a sitting grand jury convened in media res.

The FBI's Public Affairs office further announced that with the removal of Tahira ALI from the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives program, Raphael McGREGOR will be added to the list, which was created in the 1960s by then Director J. Edgar HOOVER to provide an avenue for greater publicity of the most dangerous fugitives sought by the Bureau in order to increase the changes of public assistance in bringing them to justice. The reward being offered for information leading directly to McGREGOR's apprehension is $10,000,000 USD.

Raphael McGREGOR is described as a tall man with pale blond hair, a pale complexion, and blue eyes. He carries a Sagittaria driver's license and prefectural ID, as well as an Aschen High Space Command ID. Raphael McGREGOR was last seen in a Nakajima G7-2 Renzan Taiyou General Purpose military shuttle modified for pirate use. He entered hyperspace in the Terran solar system, and is believed to be heading toward Niihama, a Taiyou system. His last confirmed location was just outside Kallana. McGREGOR is considered armed and extremely dangerous. If any citizen should see McGREGOR, you are asked to contact the nearest FBI field office immediately. Do not approach.

This case is being investigated by Special Agents Scott DeLONG and Mary MONTAGUE and prosecuted by Assistant US Attorney Allison M. CAIN. All comments should be directed toward the Public Affairs office.

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WANTED: Raphael McGregor

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:59:20 +0000

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Tahira Ali Paroled by Aschen Government

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:30:21 +0000

[center][b][size=150]Tahira Ali Paroled by Aschen Government[/size][/b]

[i]Jennifer Burke[/i][/center]

Three days ago, the Aschen Ministry of Law announced that the Langaran Defense Agency paroled Tahira Ali from her life sentence, as well as granting her Aschen citizenship. Last year, in a controversial move, Aschen President Richard Adar issued a full presidential pardon for Ali's crimes, and earlier this year, that pardon was overturned by a vote of the Aschen Parliament, resulting in a life sentence to Hadante, an Aschen penal colony, which was only months ago commuted to time in a minimum security facility in Sagittaron with strict restrictions of movement.

Tahira Ali is a convicted terrorist, with ties to the apocalyptic Islamic cult Ḥizbulṭālibulintifāḍat, better known as the shortened form Hataf. According to a spokesman from Muđahedin al-Qiyāmahm, Hataf's public relations division, Ali first became privy to Hataf's dealings in 1965, and later rose to a leadership position within the organization by 1972. Over the course of several decades, Ali was involved in the planning and executing of numerous assassinations, bombings, and massacres, targeting those Hataf considers to be unbelievers.

Ali was convicted in the Aschen courts of Assaulting a Member of Parliament with the Intent to Kill, Assassination, Conspiracy to Commit Heinous Acts, Destabilization of Law and Order, and Conspiracy to Incite Uprising. She was involved in bombing the Gemenon Prefectural Capital building, the Scorpion Fleet Shipyard, and the American embassy in Saudi Arabia; the assassinations of Aschen President Terrence Vallis, Tanzanian President-Elect Mohammed Ntamuhanga, Macedonian/Indian Roman Catholic Cardinal Srgjan Doshi, Mutalistani Minister Zalmai Abdel Rahman, and American Senator and Presidential Candidate Jordan Normandeau; in addition to numerous other terrorist conspiracies.

Since 1968, Ali has been on the FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List, and since 2001, the FBI's Most Wanted Terrorists List, making her both the first woman to be added to the former, and the longest listed. She has been sought internationally on Terra and intergalatically in the Multiverse. Thus, for President Adar to pardon her - and later, for the LDA to parole her, is quite a shock. Ali's crimes are heinous beyond belief, and the woman has admitted under interrogation to the same. Whether or not she is remorseful for these crimes, as various sources claim with varying degrees of credibility, many legal experts maintain that there is no justice in the current situation.

"We are no longer actively seeking Ali, under the provisions of Article Five," commented the press secretary for the US Attorney General's office in a prepared statement. "However, we urge all citizens to be vigilant for any suspicious activity, and we express disappointment at the LDA's decision in handling Ali's case. We believe justice would have been better served if Ali had remained imprisoned without parole."

"I can't believe the woman who murdered my father is being let off essentially scot-free," said Karen Normandeau, Senator Normandeau's surviving daughter, to our reporters. "They're letting her just walk off...they're letting her leave the city, and who knows what she'll do next! What if she targets me, or my kids, or someone I know? What then?"

Despite the negative criticism, the LDA has stood firm by their decision, according to Aschen law concerning criminal justice sentence. Under Sagittaran law, convicted foreign nationals have the opportunity to change status from resident alien to Aschen citizen through good behavior and cultural assimilation. Furthermore, convicted felons who serve out their sentences are restored to full civil rights, including the right to run for and hold public office, as in the famous case of Aschen Sire Thomas Zarek, also a convicted terrorist, who was elected to Parliament after serving a prison sentence for terrorism, and later impeached from office on grounds of corruption within the past year.

Regardless of the final outcome of this situation, Tahira Ali will not be a name disappearing from international politics and intrigue anytime soon. Hataf continues to expand its operations, and continues to use Ali's name in some of its propaganda, published both by the English Da'Wa Publishing House and the Muđahedin al-Qiyāmahm, the latter of which is more closely related to the internal affairs of the corporate-like terrorist organization. Ali's case itself has been reputedly used as leverage in negotiations between the Aschen Confederation and the United States, although the credibility of these sources is not well established.

For now, Ali makes her permanent residence in the Prefecture of Sagittaria on Langara, but has been seen in the past few days in the notable Wing City establishment Gambit's Bar.

From Aiyanna, to STO, Graystone Industries nosedives.

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 02:55:36 +0000

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[right]STOCK WATCH
GRYSTN
(Graystone Industries)
Last Trade: 18.00c
Change: -00.42c

TCHCON
(Tech Con Group)
Last Trade: 102.00c
Change: +34.00c[/right]CAPRICA CITY - Just one week ago, Graystone Industries stock was at a 52 secton low following failure of the Aiyanna project. And that was before Dr. Amanda Graystone announced her daughter's involvement in the MAGLEV bombing. Suffice it to say that things are not looking good for Graystone. Can the pioneering technology company and its founder, Daniel Graystone, recover?

Computer sales have slowed to a crawl and the safety of the Holoband has been called into question as Aschen come to terms with the news that the daughter of the CEO of Graystone Industries was in some way linked to the attack. As expected, stocks are on a steady decline as well. "Any poor publicity will negatively affect stock prices," said business analyst Cyndra Malone, "But an announcement of this magnitude could be catastrophic to the future of the company." Graystone Industries still has yet to release a statement about Zoe Graystone's involvement in the attack. A Graystone Industries spokesperson could not be reached for comment.

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[size=150]Two (Out of Seven) MAGLEV Stations set to Re-open[/size]

CAPRICA CITY - Hey, yeah, it's something, but it's still a disgrace.

I'd like to send out a half-assed "Congratulations" to the Caprica Prefectural Department of Public Works, the Department of Community Relations, the Department of Roads and Bridges, the Department of Transportation and the dozens of other departments that I'm sure are involved with this continuing fiasco for actually managing to open not one but two MAGLEV stations that were, shall we say, "affected" by the STO bombing a few months ago.

Wow, guys. Two whole stations! Out of seven! Yeah, the street and sidewalk below is still a frakkin' mess, but at least people can actually get to that mess - or a part of it, anyway - via MAGLEV train now. After about what seems like a hundred months after the incident. Yeah!

For the love of the gods, I'm talking about accountability here, people. I'm talking about Aschen pride. The longer the MAGLEV line and the streets below lie in ruins, the more powerful a message of complacency and apathy we're giving to the rest of the galaxy. Yeah, come one, come all, come and blow us up, we don't care! Eventually, oh, corrosion or something will clean up the mess.

I don't care where the "funding" comes from, pass around a frakkin' hat. But get the money, and get it fixed, and get it cleaned up. Now. Or else the rest of the Confederation will shake their heads and sigh and wonder why we're asleep all the godsdamn time.

Justice Sought

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 05:55:09 +0000

[b]The intro to the Wing City News Network (WCNN) would play. After a few moments the screen would change to show the WCNN logo, but it would soon morph into the Invictus crest. Int the news room, Kazen and Stryfe could be seen sitting alongside the anchor, Erick Kelly.[/b]

"The Invictus. A ruthless mercenary organization. Known for their combat prowess, their high profile feuds, and their several controversial leaders. But what most people don't know is that these men and women are paragons for truth and justice. Which they seek here today." Erick said, nodding towards Stryfe.

"People of Wing City, a pregnant woman was murdered not long ago, a Danica Angelus for reasons unknown. John Izumi, the father of her child, he is in a very emotional state right now and could not be here to give you a speech on the many reasons why you should give us any information on the murderer. But, I am here in his place. Do not let the man or woman that murders an unborn keep walking free." Stryfe looked over at Kazen for just a moment before speaking again.

"A cash reward will be given to the person that gives us information that leads us to this vile and sick person. The equivalent of two million dollars in United States currency. I am doing my best to keep my comrades from doing anything crazy, and myself. The Invictus will burn Wing City to the ground in their search for justice. Please, do not let it come to that."

[b]With those words, the broadcast would decide to go to the weather a little earlier than usual.[/b]

Justice Attained

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 05:18:23 +0000

[b]In the middle of your favorite TV show a breaking news report from the WCNN would interrupt. The WCNN logo would be shown and then morph into the Invictus crest seconds later.

The news room would be shown, Stryfe, Kazen, and Viktor sitting where the anchors would have been seated. Stryfe and Kazen looked to Viktor, seeing if he had anything to say.[/b]

"People of Wing City and wherever else you people get this broadcast. The Invictus have gotten what we desired. Justice for the double-homicide which claimed the life of a young defenseless woman and her unborn child." The Italian man cleared his throat, obviously uncomfortable talking about it. Even though he didn't know Danica. But what happened to the child got to him.

"A decision has been made. The Invictus will be working to become an official military organization and security force. Too many times have we stuck to our own sandbox while others went out and killed those who do not deserve such a fate. If anyone out there will have us, we are your own. But, we expect to be able to operate as we have before. We shall issue our own orders, for the most part." Viktor said.

"We do not have problems with authority, but we are... we can't trust some people to make the right decisions. We do not think we will get much support from the bigger fish. But as long as the people are behind us, as long as they put faith in us to avenge deaths the same as we have Danica Angelus' and her unborn child's."

[b]The camera's lingered on the three for a long while. Waiting for anything else. Though, there was nothing. Your favorite TV show would start up again. Though, you missed quite a bit. You have to wait for the repeat or google it.[/b]

Caprica News 6 Issue - Issue 3

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 21:33:31 +0000

[center][size=200]Unknown assailant bombs house, flees police.[/size][/center]

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CAPRICA CITY - Caprica City Police and Langaran Defense Agency personnel yesterday were caught in a harrowing and brutal police chase of an unidentified assailant attempting to escape after an explosion rocked the residence of LDA Agent, Marlene Angel.

"We will search for this assailant, whom is at large, and we will bring them to justice, dead or alive." Announced LDA Spokesperson Eran Talthus. "He blatantly bombed the home of one of our agents, and attempted to evade capture, and is currently at large." She said in an announcement to the Caprica News 9 team this morning.

Reports say that the unidentified assailant infiltrated the house of Marlene Angel, planted a series of bombs which detonated when Lieutenant Jr. Grade, Orlin McGregor opened the house, setting the explosives off and killing him instantly. Resulting in the assailant stealing the man's car, and attempting to flee from police, GPS Tracking and eyewitness reports allowed for Caprica City Police to commence pursuit.

The Caprica City Police managed to shut down the car through a remote protocol, in which a standoff took hold, with another bomb being threatened, right on the very highroad. However an LDA agent, the very one whom house he bombed, talked him out of the car, and apprehended him. Negotiating apparently something for his release.

It is unclear at this time whether or not the bombing was an act of terrorism, or an attempt on the Agent's life, the Aschen Confederation Defense Ministry is offering a 500,000 Cubit reward for information leading to the arrest of the employer(s) of the assailant.

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Opinion:

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[center][size=200]Racism: An unacceptable aspect of Aschen life.[/size][/center]

There's no disputing, at least in my mind, that Caprica is the beating heart of the Aschen Confederation, and you'll find no prouder resident of our fair prefecture and our fair city than me. And yet, fellow Aschen, there is a plague loose in our great society, one that has been allowed to grow in a fashion that I find unacceptable. That plague, friends, is the unbecoming prejudice against the people of Tauron. It's everywhere. It's ugly. And it needs to stop.

I recently heard about an incident involving a Tauron father and his young son enjoying a day of fishing together just outside of Caprica City. Their idyllic day was interrupted when a group of nearby kids were nearby started to call the boy a "dirt eater." The father told his son to just ignore them, which the boy tried to do. However, one of the kids in particular just wouldn't let up.

"Dirt eater." "Little dirt eater."

Finally, the Tauron boy picked up a rock and threw it at his tormentor, hitting him square in the forehead. The Tauron boy then proceeded to viciously attack the wounded boy, hitting him over and over until his father pulled him off.

I tell you, fellow Langarans, it makes me despair.

It makes me despair that a race that is identified with strength and virility, of strong familial connections and personal honor, has to tolerate such mindless disrespect. Not just disrespect - hatred.

And ignorance. Do any of you occasional mutterers of such racial slurs even stop to think about what a term like "dirt eater" actually means? What feelings of horror and shame it must conjure for any Tauron unfortunate enough to hear it?

Allow me to educate you.

Tauron has a violent and troubled history, a not insignificant chapter being the Tauron Uprising, aka The Tauron Civil War, a mere thirty-five years ago, which pitted the Ha'La'Tha against the then Nation's own democratic party. I'm sure you know about that unfortunate bit of business.

But the trouble goes back even further, as over 800 years ago, Tauron's lack of resources made it an easy target for corrupt occupation by the likes of Virgon and Leonis. Liberation came in the form of "Our Day," but it was a long, hard road to get there.

Some early Tauron settlements were cut off from certain resources during times of war, one of which was beef liver. The lack of vitamins from the beef liver caused these settlers to develop "the spots" - bleeding from membranes, spotting on the skin as collagen broke down, and finally, death. These people were desperate for food but had no idea what their bodies needed, so they would resort to eating just about anything.

Yes, even dirt.

So that's where it comes from. And now that you know, open your heart, use your head and shut your mouth.

This cannot stand, Capricans. This will not stand.

Niles Ferris, Caprica News Opinion

Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah: Press Release

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 02:50:10 +0000

The following is a transcript of a video recording which was sent to all the major international and intergalactic news media corporations around 5:30AM GMT. This video was released by the Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah, the public relations division of Hataf, headquarted in Cairo. Originally, it was broadcast live around 4:30AM GMT, streamed from http://www.mudahedinalqiyamah.com. Afterward, it was distributed galaxywide in a media news storm. The original languages were English and Taiyou/Japanese, but it was also published with subtitles in Arabic, French, Urdu, Pashto, Farsi, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Chinese, Anquietas (an Aschen language), and Kiswahili. No individual author was named, but Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah itself.

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[i]Words scroll across the screen, white against black:[/i]

Ḥizbulṭālibulintifāḍat
Commonly known as HATAF
The Party of Students of the Uprising

Press Release

Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah
245 Rifa'a el-Tahtawi Street
Cairo, Egypt

For Immediate Release

[i]Fade to black, before fading to a middle-aged, clean-shaven Egyptian man dressed in a Western style suit, seated alone at a table, with the name DAWOOD ALMISRI captioned at the bottom of the frame, in Latin and Arabic script. Behind him is a plain white wall with the seal of Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah mounted behind him. Only the empty surface of the table, and a cushioned office chair are visible. Outside, one can hear screams, unintelligible shouting, and feral sounds belonging to no man, mostly in the background.[/i]

ALMISRI: In the Name of God, all praise is due to God. Prayers and peace be upon on the Messenger of God, and on his family, companions, and allies. True Muslim brothers and sisters everywhere: Peace be upon you and the mercy and blessings of God.

[i]ALMISRI's name fades. ALMISRI looks down, clearing his throat. He shifts his weight, before looking into the camera again.[/i]

ALMISRI: Mount Shalal in the Republic of Mutalistan, has been destroyed by the forces of the Taiyou Empire, as have Mount Zirkel in the State of Colorado, Mount Agamemnon in Anvers Island, and En Nahud in Sudan. Many of the faithful have been murdered at the hands of the ungodly. But we do not mourn our brothers and sisters, for when you murdered them, they were embraced by God, and entered Paradise.

[i]ALMISRI leans slightly forward on the table, staring unblinkingly into the camera.[/i]

ALMISRI: You may murder us all, one by one, but in the end, God will pass judgment and you will be damned to hell for your attacks on the faithful. We do not need to be saved or rescued, for we look forward eagerly to the End of All Time, when the faithful will enter Paradise, and the unbelievers will be damned to hell. God will pass judgment on each of you and on each of us, and then you will know who will receive his reward.

[i]ALMISRI straightens his posture, leaning back into his seat, as he folds his hands deliberately over the surface of the table, still looking directly into the camera.[/i]

ALMISRI: Know this. You may murder us all. But you will never win. For now, you will kill and you will mock the faithful, and you will be Satan's instrument of destruction and delay. But when the End of Time comes, you will stand before God, and you will be cast forever into hellfire for your blasphemy against the Most High.

[i]Sound of a door opening and closing offscreen. When the door opens, the sounds of screams and shouts are amplified for a moment, until it closes. ALMISRI pauses, turning just enough to greet someone offscreen.[/i]

ALMISRI: Assalamu alaykum.

OFFSCREEN VOICE: Wa alaykum salaam.

[i]ALMISRI looks back towards the camera, glancing downward before unfolding his hands, laying them palms down on the table as a second man moves into view, a fairly young, East Asian man dressed in a short-sleeved white polo and khakis. He pulls up a chair, sitting next to ALMISRI, and once settled, a caption appears under his figure reading TAKUAN HIKARU in Latin and Arabic script, before the Arabic script is erased, replaced with Kanji script beneath the Latin script. TAKUAN straightens his shirt, pushing his chair closer to the table.[/i]

ALMISRI: The faithful everywhere are called to arms against those who oppress us and deny the Revelations of God to his messengers and prophets. The Father spoke Truth in a world infested with lies: the End of Time is fast approaching, and unprepared souls are called to seek within themselves the foreknowledge granted them by God, to surrender without reservation to God, and to join us the faithful in our holy struggle to bring about the End of Time. And our final prayer is that all praise is due to God, Lord of the Worlds. May God send prayers and peace on our Master Muhammad and his family and companions.

[i]ALMISRI looks toward TAKUAN, before reaching under the table, and handing him a single slip of paper, with illegible writing. TAKUAN glances down, before looking up at the camera, clutching the paper as he reads in the Japanese language, repeating ALMISRI's message in Japanese. Throughout, ALMISRI glances between TAKUAN, the camera, and the door offscreen. At TAKUAN's conclusion, the sound of a loud cracking and a crash is heard, as dust fills the screen, obscuring the vision of the camera. A brief flash of an insectoid creature, and then the sounds of screaming and a dull thud, and then squishy sounds before the camera fizzes out to black.[/i]

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News sources from across the galaxy!

Sat, 07 Aug 2010 07:00:24 +0000

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[center]Niihama City News Network[/center]
[center]May the Imperial Family live for a thousand generations.[/center]
[center]1000世代のために生きるとしなければならない皇室。[/center]
[center]富国強兵[/center]

The Following is a transcript of the Press releases compiled by various officials within the Taiyou Empire. All information is as is, without edit by the state. May her eminence reign supreme, and bring the wrath of a thousand planets on our enemies.

The Taiyou Empire:
Message Origin - Niihama City, Niihama
Inter-Galactic broadcast.

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Director Kazundo Gouda speaking:[/right]
[quote="Kazundo Gouda"]I bid you greetings, people of the Empire, may her eminence live for a thousand years... I am here to make a public announcement to all those whom would defy the Empire. Your days will be short and your end at our hands will be swift and drawn out painful. I am Kazundo Gouda, Director of the Cabinet Intelligence Service of the Empress' Greater Cabinet of the Taiyou Empire. I am here to send a message to the Ḥizbulṭālibulintifāḍat. A message to demonstrate our resolve, a message to demonstrate that our Empire will remain for time immemorial.

The Blue will destroy you, our troops will hunt you, and our armies will lay seige to your homes, to your families, and to your nations. We do not forgive, we do not forget, expect us.

The Taiyou Empire has stood for thousands of years, and will stand for thousands more, while Ḥizbulṭālibulintifāḍat, their days, are numbered... they will not meet a fate in paradise.. rather.. they will meet a fate at the hands of our brave soldier, whom usher in glorious victory for our people.

私はあなたに、彼女の隆起は1000年生きることが挨拶、帝国の人々を入札...私はここに公表する午前にすべての人帝国を無視するだろう。あなたの日は短く、私たちの手で、エンド迅速されると痛いから描画されます。私はゴーダ、太陽の帝国の大内閣皇后'の内閣情報サービスのディレクターをKazundoしています。私はここḤizbulṭālibulintifāḍatにメッセージを送信するためにしています。メッセージは、私たちの帝国は太古の昔のままになります示すために私たちの決意を、メッセージ実証する。

青、なる狩りをし、私達の軍隊を破壊する私たちの軍隊があなたの家を包囲するが、あなたの家族に、あなたの国に。我々は許していない、我々は、私たちに期待を忘れないでください。

太陽帝国は数千年の、と立っている数千人以上の立つ、Ḥizbulṭālibulintifāḍatは、その日は、番号が付いている...彼らは楽園の運命を...満たしていないがむしろ..私たちの勇敢な戦士、私たちの人々の輝かしい勝利に導くの手で運命を満たすこと。
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This was just released from the Empire's CIS Last week, announcing that the Taiyou Empire will vow to continue pursuit of Hataf, until every last one of them is destroyed.

This is Yumiko Takagawa, reporting.

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[size=150][center]Helene Chaska Released from Prison[/center][/size]

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SAGITTARON Just yesterday it has been announced that Helene Chaska, former corrupt Minister of Defense has been released from Lower Tawa Prison, they say she is in good spirits, and ready to tackle the life ahead.

"I will not let my actions detract from my spirits, I may have made some mistakes but I am only human, I will move forward with dignity, and trepidation. But I will move forward. I look forward to my life, free from the confines of prison."

That was a statement released by the former minister before she was ushered to a waiting limousine, and driven home. Minister Chaska was charged with corruption charges leading up to what many has dubbed the Great Schism, but since a restructuring of the Aschen Government, threats of violence have subsided.

[center][size=150]Raphael McGregor Acquitted of all charges![/size][/center]

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Raphael McGregor walks after a lengthy trial and appeals

CAPRICA CITY:
Raphael McGregor was a former AHSC Admiral assigned to the legendary 1st fleet, his flagship was the Pious Inquisitor, but the man was known to have a history of mental instability. With that he had traveled to earth, with the most hateful of intent.

The situation unfolded with Raphael being approached by a member of the American Secret Service, invoking his article five rights, they couldn't detain him. He proceeded to deface the American flag and spit insults at the government, prompting them to detain him under the allegedly illegal authorization of the Minister of Defense. They gave chase and Raphael fled, killing several of the men in the process.

However Raphael fled to Niihama, where the chase continued. But it didn't stop there. Raphael would eventually be caught and forced to face Triad, he was found innocent on grounds of Mental Instability.

The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation pushed Parliament to reconsider, to no avail. So Raphael McGregor walks a free man, albeit Parliament is deliberating. Some say he's a flight risk, other's say he's a danger to himself and others. Only time will tell.

Re: Declaration of War, Combat Operations initiated

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 07:51:04 +0000

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[b]Casaron Rahm, Karkast II, Karkast Sysyem[/b]

[b]In an official Inner Empire Council meeting today, Prime Minister Regievko approached the delegation and initiated a declaration for total war against the aggressors of the Taiyou Empire and Aschen Confederation. In a lightning speech he charged countless violations of international policy on behalf of both the Taiyou and their Aschen counterparts, citing dozens of sources from Terran, Trantorian and Imperium contacts that provide substantial evidence reflecting the aggressive nature of the involved parties. Hours later in a live televised event, the Prime Minister spoke to the entirety of Coalition space, his message also broadcasted to several nations, as well as the Coalition garrisons at Terra. In a speech that lasted over thirteen minutes, the Prime Minister called for a complete call of arms, initiating what is dubbed by the Military Apparatus the 'Starlight Initiative'. In the following months Coalition forces across the whole of the galaxy will be rerouted from station posts, frontier duties and exploration details and reattached to the Military apparatus in preparations for war. Several days after Prime Minister Regievko's declaration, the Coalition Military Council announced its complete devotion to the Prime Minister's declarations and revealed its opening strategy for the first theater of operations; which has been called the "Terran Chevron Campaign".[/b]

[quote]Prime Minister Ludvik Regievko, Coalition Head of State

'Members of the Inner Empire Council, Governor Reynolt of Karkast, I've approached this delegation today with only one statement. In these years we have seen an increasing hostility both beyond and within the borders of this nation; one being primary the Terran conflicts, with at one end of the table being the Coalition and the other the Aschen Confederation. In recent years a new opponent has surfaced from the darkness of the void, the Taiyou Empire. Their motives dark and unknown, I have expressed considerable amounts that not only must these two factions be monitored, they must also be dealt with in the sternest manner possible. Many have looked to the Aschen as specters in the night, capable of bringing war and destruction with them when they so desire. Many of us have known what it means to feel the sting of a rifle, or the burn of the flame, and I will be the first to tell those listening that [b]we[/b] are the specters they should fear. [b]We[/b] are the ones who can choose where we strike, when we strike, and how we strike.

[b]That[/b] is why I am asking for a complete declaration of war against both the Ashcen Confederation and the Taiyou Empire. As the lead of the United Colition of Organized Nations I am requesting the removal of these blemishes from the galactic throne. I call for the erradication of the oppressive Taiyou from this galactic establishment, I shout for the removal of every piece of the Aschen Military outside of their national boundaries, and I call for the [b]complete[/b] and [b]dedicated[/b] pursuance of these objectives to a degree only our countrymen are capable of. I have spoken with the members of the Military Council, I have organized theaters of operations and placements of your elected Military to initiate them, I have consulted with other factions of known space, and I have forged for you the chance to do something truly amazing with the hands you have been given. I can not speak for every man, or woman, or child in this galaxy; I can, however, speak for those who understand the times that we all exist in. Let this declaration carry to the ends of this galaxy and ignite the desire for those who live beneath the foot of another, so that they may know there is true ambition in this world after all.'[/quote]

[b]Following the Prime Minister's declaration, the Military Council activated the twelve-thousand men of Section Eleven, a Counter Balance outfit designed to quickly and effectively provide war-waging strategies and disperse them across the Coalition theaters in tandem with supplies and equipment. As the declaration enters its first week, Coalition forces across the the galaxy are mobilizing for their separate theaters, nearly two thousand ships in total are expected to be prepared and moved for the Sol system to reinforce the 20th and 22nd Operations Groups, which already bolster a force of four hundred ships. In the coming weeks the first advanced elements of the 3rd and 5th Fleets are due to arrive in Terra, bringing with them the bulk of the newly formed 9th Expeditionary Force.

Later that week Counter Balance teams were dispatched across the galaxy to begin activation the NITEMARE Facili [quote]NETSTREAM INTERRUPTION[/quote][/b]

[b]Channel 34 News, Arcus, Ark Sysem[/b]

[b]Jack Langley, Lead Anchor[/b];
"Ladies 'nd gentlemen, I'm honored to be here speaking with none other than Admiral Savage himself, who has taken time out of his schedule to conference with 34 News all the way from Terra -- Excuse me, Admiral, can you hear us clearly?"

[b]Savage[/b];
"Aaaaffirmative, Jack. You're coming in loud and clear."

[b]Langley[/b];
"Well then, Admiral, let me be the first to thank you for taking time to conference with me and discuss the events of the past week."

[b]Savage[/b];
"Not a problem, Jack. The people of the Coalition deserve to know what it is their husbands and wives are doing in service to the nation."

[b]Langley[/b];
"I completely agree sir, explain to us how the opening of this little ... 'war' I guess we can simply call it, will unfold? I understand we already have several hundred ships of the Coalition Navy in place in the Sol system to keep trading lanes secure and keeping tabs on any Halo operations; but what about the bigger picture, Admiral? Exactly ... exactly [i]how[/i] are we going to wage this war?"

[b]Savage[/b];
"An excellent question, Jack, first and foremost I can assure that the beginning theater of this conflict will be right where I'm at -- Terra. The first aspect of any strategic engagement is a clear objective, and at the moment that objective it to secure Terra. Not only is Terra a trade lane across the galaxy as a whole, the seizure of Terra will effectively cut off the Taiyous' easiest route to their Aschen allies."

[b]Langley[/b];
"I see -- so this opening will revolve completely around Terra, from the Coalition perspective?"

[b]Savage[/b];
"Yes, once we've secured Terra, we'll have an open avenue to launch combat operations [i]directly[/i] on Aschen worlds."

[b]Langley[/b]
"I see, well, Admiral, let me be the first to wish you luck on the ongoing operations against the enemies of the nation. As we speak the first elements of the 3rd Fleet are moving through the Ark system, on their way to the Outer Frontier where they'll make the jump to Terra to initiate operations. This is Jack Langley with Channel 34 news, signing off."

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Taiyou, and allies mobilize.

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 22:29:54 +0000

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[size=200][center]A response... to the Declaration of War[/center]
[center]宣言戦争への当社の対応、[/center][/size]

[size=150][center]THE IMPERIAL TAIYOU GLOBAL MILITARY FORCES[/center][/size]
[center]帝国太陽は、世界の軍事力[/center]

After recieving information stating a declaration of war, the Taiyou Imperial Family met with the Taiyou Cabinet, and a decision was made to commence hostilities in the extragalactic theater that is the UCON-Aschen Engagement. The Taiyou Government will pledge it's full support behind the Aschen Confederation, economically, militarily, and politically. A message broadcasted to the farthest reaches of Imperial space in the AXIS Galaxy, her extragalactic colonies, and Garrisons in the Outer Galaxy. The Taiyou Empire is calling it's military to mobilization to respond to the declaration of Total War, utilizing every asset, including each and every ship available to the Imperial Taiyou Navy, which will begin to ship out to the Outer Galaxy through Hyperspace Gates, and Inter-Galactic transportation systems.

The Taiyou Empire has also authorized every protocol possible to secure it's interests, and protect it's sovereignty. The Science ministry ordered to be fully mobilized, as well as the mobilization of the Imperial Shogunate to counter the UCON Threat.

[quote="Her Imperial Majesty"]
Broadcast live...

"People.. subjects of the Empire... today is the day that destiny has promised us. The Aggressor-Conqueror nation that is the United Coalition of Nations has drawn our unfortunate attention by threatening our esteemed, peace loving allies. The Aschen Confederation, outgunned and outmatched by the United Coalition of Organized Nations... will have the full and unwavering support of every Imperial military asset we have under our control. Including our feared Shogun Battleships. As of this moment I am appointing Commander Kenji Shirada to the Outer Galaxy to oversee operations against the Coalition occupation of Terra. Furthermore I am appointing Jyunichi Hakuro as honorable Shogun of the Outer Galaxy. He will be in charge with overseeing all Taiyou Operations in this alien.. and hostile galaxy. I have also convened with the AXIS Cooperation Forces of this galaxy, a vote was cast in the AXIS High Council. We will not be fighting this war alone. The Following is a list of AXIS Factions and Militaries that have pledged their support to the cause of justice.

The New Paradigm, The Collective of Communist Republics, The New World Order of Athos V, The Matokian Sovereignty, The Argosian Empire, The United NEXUS Directive, and the Quasadran Hive. All Pledge their support to this threat... if we do not act proactively in this war to come. The Coalition will seek us at our doorsteps, pillage our homes, and destroy all we have worked to build. We cannot let that happen. All further inquiries will be directed to Shogun Hakuro."

As of now, all Taiyou Military assets are to be mobilized, all AXIS Military assets are to be organized. Our armies will drink the rivers dry.. our starships will outnumber the stars themselves. The United Coalition has awakened a sleeping giant... and filled it with a terrible resolve."[/quote]

Following the Empress' announcement, Taiyou forces from all across the galaxy will assemble, at every transit point to the Outer Galaxy, from there they will begin the journey to Terra, Langara, with the intention of reinforcing Aschen defenses, and establishing a foothold and staging area in the Enemy galaxy. So far the Empire has not received a response from the Aschen Government. Only silence within their borders since the last attack.

Syndicate of Ideological Alteration; A Silent Organization?

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 11:14:35 +0000

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[font=newtimesroman][b][center]In conjunction with the Coalition Prime Minister Regievko's declaration of war upon the Taiyou Empire and the Anschen Confederation, rumors are stirring as to which side the S.I.A., or Syndicate of Ideological Alteration will choose in the coming battles. Reporters have tried to approach the Space Fortress, Eden, which orbits Terra silently but to no avail in reaching the ever elusive Akuma; esteemed leader of S.I.A. Not even the well known Savannah Ryder of Public Relations has agreed to a brief interview on the situation at hand and remains from the public eye. It appears that Eden is on lock down and will remain neutral in the out breaking war. However, stirrings of S.I.A siding with the Coalition are being whispered among the citizenry of Terra, leaving much to question when it comes to this organizations motives in the war.

While war is beginning to blossom in our beloved Sol Star System, assumption had been made as to dissent within the walls of that lurking Space Fortress, leaving a single member to remain away from the majority of the faction, and uninformed. Lirum, a member of the Syndicate was the individual spotted in Wing City's Plaza with an unidentified man. We were able to capture a small interview before aggression was shown to the reporter at the scene:[/center]

Reporter[/b]: "Lirum, do you know that war has been called upon by the Coalition against the Aschen Federation and the Taiyou Empire?"
[b]Lirum[/b]: "Uhhh... no?"
[b]Reporter[/b]: "Do you find the war that insignificant to the motives of the Syndicate of Ideological Alteration?"
[b]Lirum[/b]: "Yeah... haven't been up there in a long time, lady. So have I no [[b]censored[/b]] clue. I think it's time for you to leave. We don't like [censored] people that ask too many [[b]censored[/b]] questions, you see. Don't really want you to end up [[b]censored[/b]] missing".
[b]Reporter[/b]: "Are you threate -- "

[b]We are not permitted to show the rest of the interview feed as that reporter and the rest of her team was killed on the spot by Lirum and the unidentified man. Authorities have been informed, and the two are being tracked in order to have them apprehended for their crimes of first degree murder of Angela Sparks, Henry Davidson, and Andrew Larks. Wing City mourns at their loss while we seek out justice for this heinous crime. If you have spotted Lirum, or her accomplice we urge you to not engage the two but to contact the local authorities as soon as possible. A reward of §1,000 UNIs is being given to anyone that can provide any information as to their whereabo ---
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American Declaration of War

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 06:24:03 +0000

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[center]Charles Henry Maynard Sr.
President of the United States[/center]

[i]Herbert Selian, Secretary of Defense
Henrietta Croffert - Secretary of the Navy
Paul Davidson - Secretary of the Army
Bryan Little - Secretary of the Air Force
General Judson Barrows, Coast Guard Commandant

Thomas Rayfield, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
James Kennedy, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
General Matthew Osborne, Army Chief of Staff
General Daniel McMullin, Air Force Chief of Staff
General Jennings Shaw, Chief of Naval Operations
General Lloyd Farrar, Commandant of the Marine Corps

Rawan Mekkaoui, Secretary of Homeland Security
Naazmat Chakladar, Attorney General of the United States
Annmarie Yore, Secretary of State
Iliana Politi, Secretary of the Treasury
Katrina Pascal, Secretary of Energy

Michael Bohjalian, Director of National Intelligence
Omar Durrani, Director of Central Intelligence
Jackson Clark, Director of the National Security Agency
Louis Monsini - Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency
Robert Edwards, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation
Karen Reynolds, Director of the Drug Enforcement Agency[/i]

Following the declaration of war by the United Coalition of Organized Nations against the Aschen Confederation and the Taiyou Empire, the United States of America hereby pledges its military, economic, and political aid to her allies, the Aschen and the Taiyou, in order to defend our homeland against Coalition aggressors, and to preserve Terra for future generations. The Congress of the United States of America met in emergency session this afternoon to issue a formal declaration of war.

No longer will the American people sit on the sidelines while Terran space is threatened, and our allies at war against a Coalition which represents the destruction of all the principles we stand for. This state of war shall remain unabated until the Coalition ends its demands, or suffers loss in battle. The full resources of the United States Armed Forces and Intelligence Community shall be dedicated toward the end of achieving these objectives, for the greater good of all American and Terran peoples. All other matters are of far less importance than the preservation of our very existence.

We will lend all necessary aid to our allies in this time of war, and we will not be intimidated by acts of terrorism against our people. We do not negotiate with terrorists. We solemnly vow to uph –

[center][b]Tango. Romeo. Alpha. November. Sierra. Mike. India. Sierra. Sierra. India. Oscar. November.
Charlie. Alpha. November. Charlie. Echo. Lima. Echo. Delta.
Hotel. Alpha. Tango. Alpha. Foxtrot.
Sierra. Hotel. Alpha. Lima. Lima
Tango. Romeo. India. Uniform. Mike. Papa. Hotel.
Oscar. Victor. Echo. Romeo.
Alpha. Lima. Lima.
Uniform. November. Bravo. Echo. Lima. India. Echo. Victor. Echo. Romeo. Sierra.[/b][/center]

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[quote] I implore you, my brethren, my countrymen, you who believe, to unite in common cause: the service of the Almighty. We shall be a terror to the infidel in the night, a waking lamp to keep vigil til the coming of the Lord, for when the end comes, only the righteous will escape eternal damnation. The End of Days is fast approaching. Do not abandon your soul to the wrong side of heaven when it comes!

All the earth and its hollow riches will be destroyed in a cataclysm of light and thunderous silence, all life rendered dust before dust. For the earth was formless and empty in the void, and thus it shall be again. Temporal things are ever transitory, but the Truth of God is an eternal beacon of hope to those who see it. Store up your riches in heaven; leave your sins and old life behind.[/quote]

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MEA Success

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:13:07 +0000

The dull glow of the many televisions for sale illuminated the nearby street and drew in the attention of those passing by in the otherwise empty streets. Most were at home. The news reporter had his brown hair in a sensible haircut and kept his focus forward as he spoke. He also had a brown mustache and plain black-rimmed glasses.

"...was the last they've heard of them since."

Adjusting his papers the newsreader moves onto the next story.

"In other news, a recently escaped criminal by the name of Drakus Flavaar was apprehended today. He first had escaped when a known faction associate assaulted Director Ayasha Ziedens and spent the next week on the constant run from the US Government. Today he was apprehended by the MEA department, though there were mixed reports of what occured on the rooftops of the notorious Gambit's Bar in Wing City. There were reports of a tense struggle and potential magic use on a powerful scale, but there is a frequent insistence from the MEA that Drakus Flavaar came along quietly without trouble and was magically transported to be interrogated."

"Drakus Flavaar was initially arrested due to his crimes against the American Director of the Magical Enforcement Agency including assault and kidnapping. This once again goes to show that no one is above the law and puts faith back into the people over the abilities of those who go about to defend them. We'll have more on this story as it goes to court. Over to you Karen."

The camera moves to a woman with strangely matching brown hair, but instead it was straight and she seemed much more youthful.

"Thank you Tom. I don't know about you, but I believe there's something we're not being told about what happened. Our next story is to do with the new trend of..."

The Invictus Address The Public/Show Support

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:49:47 +0000

[b]The Invictus logo would appear on TV screens during select news shows, TV shows, and a variety of other channels. The screen would go black, then a multitude of lights would flicker on slowly. Once enough lights were on, Kazen could be seen standing in the middle of a gymnasium. He held a basketball in hand, standing at half-court in the gym.[/b]

"I have a basketball, I'm in a gym..." He said, tossing the ball over his head to the court in back of him. The basketball going right through the hoop, obviously that shot was practiced a bit. "What does any of this have to do with what I'm about to say? Nothing." Kazen told whoever was watching. "I'm sending a message, a few, really, to anyone out there."

"Support them UCON blokes in their efforts against the Taiyou and the Aschen. The Invictus do, and we're letting them know. We'll support them in combat, we'll support them with money, we'll support them with propaganda. Why? Because they know what's right. We all know what the Aschen have done in the past, what they might do in the future."

"Don't let the Aschen and their Taiyou buddies hurt the multiverse."

[b]The screen would go black once more. After a few seconds, whatever was on your TV would come back on as if nothing happened in the first place.[/b]

Emergency Broadcast

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:00:45 +0000

A powerful energy emmittance comes from space a few hundred kilometers away from Terra, followed immediately by this broadcast. A ship had just FTL jumped to the location from unknown coordinates. It appears they were jumping almost at random.

[b]---Emergency Broadcast---
---Please Hold...---[/b]

"-De'Atur, exile of the Nerubala Federation. I ask desperately for some form of aid. I was exiled during a civil war and my loyalists joined me. We number roughly forty thousand. We have travelled very far and are desperate to find a place of our own, even if it is temporary, to set up. We understand at this time that this is nothing but a plea for charity, but we would be willing to repay our debt if given a planet, no matter how barren, to terraform with what equipment we own and repay what we owe.

We are currently stationed not far from the neutral planet of Terra and have sent a diplomatic envoy to the surface. Please respond to us on this channel or meet one of our people on the surface. We are desperate for help."

There is a short pause until the message continues.

"This is Prince Avernus De'Atur, exile of the Neubala Federation. I ask..."

The message continues to loop endlessly.

Declaration of Total War (Hataf Press Release)

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:18:54 +0000

The following is a transcript of a video recording which was sent to all the major international and intergalactic news media corporations around 11:48AM GMT. This video was released by the Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah, the public relations division of Hataf, headquarted in Cairo. Originally, it was broadcast live around 10:21AM GMT, streamed from http://www.mudahedinalqiyamah.com. Afterward, it was distributed galaxywide in a media news storm. The original languages were English, Taiyou/Japanese, and Anquietas (an Aschen language), but it was also published with subtitles in Arabic, French, Urdu, Pashto, Farsi, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Chinese, and Kiswahili. Signatories names were added like credits following the primary portion of the video.

[quote]

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[center]Ḥizbulṭālibulintifāḍat
Commonly known as HATAF
The Party of Students of the Uprising

Press Release

Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah
1093 Rifa'a el-Tahtawi Street
Cairo, Egypt

DECLARATION OF TOTAL WAR
against
THE ASCHEN CONFEDERATION,
THE TAIYOU EMPIRE,
and
THE UNITED STATES of AMERICA

For Immediate Release[/center]

[i]Fade to black, before fading to three people - two women and a man - seated at a table. The first woman is taller than her female counterpart, with a fair complexion and short, tightly curled brown hair, dressed in a Western style pantsuit. The woman in the middle is shorter than either of her companions, dark brown hair framing an olive complexion, dressed in a contemporary-styled jilbab. The man on the other end is taller than both women, wearing a neatly trimmed silver beard along hawk-like features, head wrapped in an Afghan turban, dressed in a shalwar kameez.

The names REBEKAH WEISS, LAYLA BAHAR, and MIR KHALID MAMADZAI KHAN, respectively, are captioned at the bottom of the frame, in Latin and Arabic script. Behind the three is a plain, pale yellow painted wall with the seal of Muđahedin al-Qiyāmah mounted behind them. Next to the seal, on the right side, is a framed verse from the Qur'an in Arabic calligraphy; on the left side, is a framed letter signed "The Father" in Farsi script. Only three file folders on the surface of the table and three wooden chairs are visible in the foreground. There is faint white noise, perhaps of a ventilator or other air conditioner, in the background, but no other sounds.[/i]

BAHAR: In the Name of God, all praise is due to God. Prayers and peace be upon on the Messenger of God, and on his family, companions, and allies. True Muslim brothers and sisters everywhere: Peace be upon you and the mercy and blessings of God.

[i]The three names fade. After having given the benediction, BAHAR settles back into her chair, tapping her fingers against the armrest, as she turns to WEISS. WEISS clears her throat, opening her file folder as she shuffles some of the papers inside before looking up at the camera. She brushes back a few curls behind her ear.[/i]

WEISS: We the faithful are called to defend all true believers from the scourge of the enemies of God and the faith. In recent times, our mission has come under attack by the forces of the Taiyou Empire and the Aschen Confederation, as well as the United States of America, who have murdered hundreds of the faithful.

MAMADZAI KHAN: In response, we the Greater Council of Hataf have decided to declare our support for the United Coalition of Organized Nations, along with the Invictus Para-Military Corporation, in their stated mission to destroy Aschen and Taiyou aggressors. Even now, the UCON has penetrated the ungodly Terran defenses over China, and will soon overrun the godless Americans.

BAHAR: They will see the folly of their ways and repent, but it will be too late for them.

WEISS: No one is safe from the hand of God.

MAMADZAI KHAN: The soldiers of the one God will triumph.

WEISS: Yes, even now, the faithful will rise from the ashes.

BAHAR: The Aschen Confederation has stood for thousands of years, but God is eternal.

MAMADZAI KHAN: The Taiyou Empire is built on a backbone of salt and sand. It claims it will rise to dominate the known Multiverse, but it too will fall and crumble away.

WEISS: The United States of America have acted time and again as if they alone possess the means to dictate the policies and actions of other nations, but their hypocrisy will be revealed, and their government fall to the People of God.

BAHAR: You three most unholy instruments of Satan, know this: Your acts of war have damned your people. Not one will be left alive. Neither men nor women, neither the elderly nor your children, neither your leaders nor your soldiers, neither your cities nor your tribespeople shall be spared. Even the very foliage of your worlds will burn.

WEISS: We of Hataf declare total war against you.

MAMADZAI KHAN: We shall lend all military, economic, and political aid to the United Coalition of Organized Nations in its war against the Three Dogs of Satan.

BAHAR: All praise is due to the One True God, the Lord of Worlds. May He send prayers and peace on His Prophet Muhammad, and his family and companions.

[i]WEISS returns her papers to the file folder, closing it as she rests her palm on top of it. The three look toward the camera. Fade to black.

Words scroll across the screen, credits style, in Latin and Arabic script juxtaposed:[/i]

[center]SIGNATORIES

GREAT COUNCIL of the PARTY of the STUDENTS of the UPRISING

The Honorable Father, Anoushiravan KUTCHEMESHGI, in Spirit

Issa ABDALLAH, representing the Senior Council
Iqbal ADNAN, representing the Senior Council
Javid ALFARSI, representing the Senior Council
Rabiya DÖLET, representing the Senior Council
Margaret FABRIZIO, representing the Senior Council
Mir Khalid MAMADZAI KHAN, representing the Senior Council
Shaykh Said MUFARRIJ, representing the Senior Council
Abu Bakr SIDDIQI, representing the Senior Council

Rahim ABDULLAH, representing the Indonesian Division
Isa ABDURRAHMAN, representing the Bangladeshi Division
Dawood ALMISRI, representing the Egyptian Division
Ehud ARIEL, representing the Israeli Division
Yamin Noor ATTAYYIB, representing the Mutalistani Division
Layla BAHAR, representing the Turkish Division
Benjamin CARDULLO, representing the Italian Division
Amelia CHLUMECKY, representing the Polish Division
Ari DERVISHIAN, representing the Armenian Division
Maria GANTCHEV, representing the Ukrainian Division
Sharif GHAZIUDDIN, representing the Iranian Division
Caleb HANSEN, representing the United Kingdom Division
Nikolai HIMALAISKY, representing the Russian Division
Jamil IBN MUHAMMAD, representing the Brazilian Division
Pejman KHAN, representing the Afghan Division
Izumi MORIOKA, representing the Japanese Division
Isabela MURTAZA, representing the Mexican Division
Ramzy MUSAVI, representing the Jordanian Division
Saad OLAYAN, representing the Saudi Division
Hernando PADILLA, representing the Spanish Division
Josephine PAGLIUCA, representing the Canadian Division
Sumeer RINDANI, representing the Indian Division
Jose SANTIAGO, representing the Filipino Division
Graciela SPATAKOPOLOUS, representing the Greek Division
Arabella ST. CLAIRE, representing the Moroccan Division
Jennifer STOKES, representing the American Division
Amir SUFIAUDDIN, representing the Kenyan Division
Rebekah WEISS, representing the German Division[/center]

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