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28 JAN 3307 | 28 JAN 3307 | ||
*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots Federation ALERT*<br/>[[Sirius Corporation]] has received more data than Utopia and will therefore host the [[Galactic Summit]]. Both organisations proposed to organise a diplomatic conference for the [[Alliance]], [[Empire]] and [[Federation]]. After calling on the galactic community to gather data that would support security operations, many pilots handed in anomalous bulk scan data, atypical disrupted wake echoes, exceptional scrambled emission data and unusual encrypted files. All three superpower governments confirmed that due to its success in preparing effective security systems, they will accept Sirius Corporation as the neutral territory for the conference. CEO [[Li Yong-Rui]] made this announcement: "Thank you to all the independent pilots who supported us. Sirius will now begin work preparing for the first Galactic Summit, which we hope will increase peace and prosperity across the galaxy." Pilots who delivered to Sirius Corporation can collect their rewards from Goldstein Port in the [[Lembava]] system. Simguru [[Pranav Antal]] expressed disappointment, but confirmed that all who contributed to Utopia's initiative will be rewarded at Tanner Settlement in the [[Polevnic]] system. Sirius Corporation has stated that the Galactic Summit is provisionally scheduled to take place over a three-week period in late February and early March.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6012ad824aaf2914d56a6da3 GalNet: Sirius Corporation Secures Hosting of Galactic Summit]</ref> | *<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots Federation ALERT*<br/>[[Sirius Corporation]] has received more data than Utopia and will therefore host the [[Galactic Summit]]. Both organisations proposed to organise a diplomatic conference for the [[Alliance]], [[Empire]] and [[Federation]]. After calling on the galactic community to gather data that would support security operations, many pilots handed in anomalous bulk scan data, atypical disrupted wake echoes, exceptional scrambled emission data and unusual encrypted files. All three superpower governments confirmed that due to its success in preparing effective security systems, they will accept Sirius Corporation as the neutral territory for the conference. CEO [[Li Yong-Rui]] made this announcement: "Thank you to all the independent pilots who supported us. Sirius will now begin work preparing for the first Galactic Summit, which we hope will increase peace and prosperity across the galaxy." Pilots who delivered to Sirius Corporation can collect their rewards from Goldstein Port in the [[Lembava]] system. Simguru [[Pranav Antal]] expressed disappointment, but confirmed that all who contributed to Utopia's initiative will be rewarded at Tanner Settlement in the [[Polevnic]] system. Sirius Corporation has stated that the Galactic Summit is provisionally scheduled to take place over a three-week period in late February and early March.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6012ad824aaf2914d56a6da3 GalNet: Sirius Corporation Secures Hosting of Galactic Summit]</ref> | ||
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*Simguru [[Pranav Antal]], leader of Utopia, has made a statement regarding the new [[nanomedicines]] developed by [[Vitadyne Labs]]: "The nanomedicines that Professor [[Katrien Rook]] claims to have created were in fact developed in Utopia, and have been in use for decades. Several months ago, a medical transport disappeared after departing from the [[Polevnic]] system. Our assumption is that the ship was attacked and its cargo stolen. Evidently, Professor Rook acquired Utopian technology and is now passing it off as her own creation. These nanomedicines were never intended for use outside of Utopia. Such sophisticated materials can only be controlled by Utopian engineers. We demand that our property be returned to us immediately." There has been no response from Vitadyne Labs. The [[Interstellar Health Organisation]] has said that it will investigate Pranav Antal's accusation.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5c25f62cd168ed61df30a0f0 GalNet: Antal Levels Accusation at Vitadyne]</ref> | *Simguru [[Pranav Antal]], leader of Utopia, has made a statement regarding the new [[nanomedicines]] developed by [[Vitadyne Labs]]: "The nanomedicines that Professor [[Katrien Rook]] claims to have created were in fact developed in Utopia, and have been in use for decades. Several months ago, a medical transport disappeared after departing from the [[Polevnic]] system. Our assumption is that the ship was attacked and its cargo stolen. Evidently, Professor Rook acquired Utopian technology and is now passing it off as her own creation. These nanomedicines were never intended for use outside of Utopia. Such sophisticated materials can only be controlled by Utopian engineers. We demand that our property be returned to us immediately." There has been no response from Vitadyne Labs. The [[Interstellar Health Organisation]] has said that it will investigate Pranav Antal's accusation.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5c25f62cd168ed61df30a0f0 GalNet: Antal Levels Accusation at Vitadyne]</ref> | ||
25 APR 3304 | 25 APR 3304 | ||
*[[Pranav Antal]] | *An announcement from Simguru [[Pranav Antal]], leader of [[Utopia]], has addressed the possibility that humanity may lose the conflict against the [[Thargoid]]s. "For many years, our [[Sim-Archive]] has bridged the past and the future by digitally preserving the memories of countless deceased individuals. Should there come a time when our physical selves no longer exist, it is the Sim-Archive alone that will preserve humankind's essence. As such, in these volatile times, our priority is to ensure that the Sim-Archive survives humanity's potential extermination. We urge all galactic citizens to join Utopia and help the collective soul of our species live on." [[Commander]] Solveig Smith, who has fought the Thargoids in the [[Pleiades Nebula|Pleiades]], commented: "Antal makes it sound like we are about to be wiped out, which is far from the truth. Things are tough right now, but we're a long way off having to convert the whole human race into software!" A more practical concern was raised by Marquis [[Felix Novantico]], a retired military strategist for the [[Imperial Navy]]: "Pranav Antal's pessimism notwithstanding, an increase in security for his Sim-Archive is logically sound. The data it contains makes it a valuable prize for our enemy. Should the Thargoids gain access to it, it could lead to a better understanding of human psychology, and allow them to anticipate our tactics more effectively."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5adf3499b14e287e736eb6de GalNet: Utopia Plans for Humanity's Extinction]</ref> | ||
07 MAR 3304 | 07 MAR 3304 | ||
*[[ | *There has been a range of reactions to the discovery of new [[Guardian]] sites, and to [[Ram Tah]]'s development of Guardian-inspired technologies. [[President of the Federation|Federal President]] [[Zachary Hudson]] said: "The [[Federation]] congratulates Ram Tah on his success. Anything that helps us defend our citizens from [[Thargoid]] aggression is welcome." [[Empire|Imperial]] [[Admiral of the Fleet|Admiral]] [[Denton Patreus]] echoed this sentiment: "I am pleased to hear that new, more powerful armaments are being produced. These will provide a tactical advantage in our conflict with the Thargoids." [[Alliance Prime Minister]] [[Edmund Mahon]] struck a more balanced tone: "Information is wealth, and Ram Tah's efforts to expand the boundaries of science and knowledge will make us rich indeed." Meanwhile, Simguru [[Pranav Antal]] of Utopia looked to the future: "There is enormous potential for humanity to benefit from the technology of our galactic predecessors, and we look forward to sharing whatever prosperity these new discoveries may bring." Finally, Professor [[Alba Tesreau]], head of research at [[Aegis]], commented: "I have already contacted Ram Tah with the hope that Aegis can study his new data. Understanding more about the Guardians may enhance our knowledge of the Thargoids, and perhaps help us to comprehend their motives."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5a9e5effaa0cd90c497474fc GalNet: The Guardians: The Galaxy Reacts]</ref> | ||
15 FEB 3304 | 15 FEB 3304 | ||
*As the | *A spokesperson for the Utopia enclave has announced that its campaign has received the wholehearted support of the galactic community, resulting in a huge influx of deliveries to Chargaff Orbital. The commodities will be used to perform essential maintenance on the [[Sim-Archive]], a repository of digitised memories. As the campaign drew to a close, [[Pranav Antal]] released the following statement: "Our thanks go to those who supported this campaign, which will help us safeguard the Sim-Archive for at least another century. But while the Archive is of singular importance, it does not represent the limit of our ambitions. It is my hope that we might one day be able to digitise the human consciousness, thereby transcending our physical selves." Pilots who contributed to the initiative can now collect their rewards from Chargaff Orbital in the Airman Di system.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5a85a1c81b13ca19ca41c90a GalNet: Utopia Initiative Concludes]</ref> | ||
08 FEB 3304 | 08 FEB 3304 | ||
*The Utopia movement has announced that the [[Sim-Archive]] is to undergo a period of comprehensive maintenance. [[Pranav Antal]], leader of Utopia, elaborated on the nature of the project: "The Sim-Archive is Utopia's primary achievement – a vast digital repository containing the collective wisdom of all our departed brothers and sisters. But, like any system, the Archive requires constant maintenance, as a failure in the system could result in the loss of irreplaceable knowledge. We have therefore placed an open order for various commodities for use in this delicate work."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5a7c664e9dbb3f4c053f9044 GalNet: Preserving the Sim-Archive]</ref> | *The Utopia movement has announced that the [[Sim-Archive]] is to undergo a period of comprehensive maintenance. [[Pranav Antal]], leader of Utopia, elaborated on the nature of the project: "The Sim-Archive is Utopia's primary achievement – a vast digital repository containing the collective wisdom of all our departed brothers and sisters. But, like any system, the Archive requires constant maintenance, as a failure in the system could result in the loss of irreplaceable knowledge. We have therefore placed an open order for various commodities for use in this delicate work." The Official Airman Di Front has been authorised to oversee the initiative, and has pledged to reward pilots who deliver the requested goods to Chargaff Orbital in the Airman Di system. The campaign begins on the 8th of February 3304 and will run for one week. If the final target is met earlier than planned, the campaign will end immediately.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/en/galnet/uid/5a7c664e9dbb3f4c053f9044 GalNet: Preserving the Sim-Archive]</ref> | ||
13 AUG 3301 | |||
*Reports are coming in from the Pegasi sector of scores of marked slaves being rescued by [[Empire|Imperial]] [[Commander]]s participating in the 'United Offensive'. Acting in concert with members of the [[Sirius Corporation]], Imperial Commanders are carefully extracting human cargo from [[Kumo Crew]] vessels. The cargo is then delivered to Sirius Corp Commanders, who fly them to safety for relocation. Unconfirmed rumours indicate that members of the Utopians are also joining the rescue and relocation efforts. Spokesmen for the Kumo Crew have vehemently denied that marked slaves are anything but common criminals and degenerates, but one prominent case has received coverage on media circuits. Known only by her first name (for her own protection), former slave Aasha has become the face of the United Offensive. "Imagine my surprise when I woke up from stasis in Comanga surrounded by pirates!" Aasha originally entered a two-year [[Imperial Slavery|Imperial slavery]] contract as part of the Quivira settlement with Silver Universal PLC. "I thought it was the right thing to do", said Aasha. "I was a trained mechanical engineer and could fetch a shorter term than any anyone else in my family. The pirates said that's what made me so valuable." [[Imperial Slavers Association|Imperial Slavers Associated]] reiterated its previously stated opposition to transporting slaves outside the Empire. They added that any Imperial slave rescued from the Kumo Crew, or any violation of their terms of service agreement, would result in that slave's contract being rendered null and void. "I don't know the Commander who saved me", a tearful Aasha explained, "but I am so thankful to them, and the friendly folks at Sirius who helped me get to the relocation authority on Munshin."<br/>Commander Quade<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/55cc61f69657badd35aa1053 GalNet: Rescued from the Kumo Crew]</ref> | |||
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