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Introducing The Core News Service. TCNS, not to be confused with the Colonial News Service, also known as CNS.

This network will aim to provide you with the latest news and politics from the Edge Worlds, as well as highlight the most amazing victories of The Core and the most crushing defeats of their enemies. New, innovative technologies from AP Manufacturing will be announced here first before everywhere else. Light entertainment and Edge Worlds survival tips will also be broadcast. This broadcast is presented by Ms. Jessica Holland.

This message was brought to you by your grand protectors, The Core, in unison with AP Manufacturing.

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Current Stories

Breaking News! At 00:00 SMT this morning, James Clarke has mysteriously disappeared. He was last seen by a Core patrol heading for Omicron Lost. When The Core patrol asked him where he was heading, he maintained radio silence, however he sent a typed message entailing his motives:

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Just going for a fly around.
Don't worry about me.
Keep patrolling or else your pay checks will drop considerably.
I'll return in an hour or so.

As you can imagine, he never returned. His vessel, the Core|APM-Courier-1, returned to Freeport 11 on autopilot with no living soul found inside. Spooky.

Lost in Omicron Lost. Hah, what are the odds?

Therefore Erik Nodtviet, Grand Fleet Admiral of The Core, will assume the position of APM CEO.

Speaking to him directly, Mr. Nodtviet only had to say "Pay checks will increase for everyone".

What a glorious and kind man. May he take APM to new heights.

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Edge Worlds Survival Tips

Welcome to Edge Worlds survival tips! Are you a dweller in the Edge Worlds, but always find yourself at the wrong end of a gun? Well these tips are essential for you! Literally, you don't want to die out there, do you?

Reflecting upon recent events with James Clarke, here are some special tips for you today:

DON'T FLY ALONE
Just about everything with two eyes in the Edge Worlds wants to kill you or steal from you. Strength in numbers people! Even if you're lonely enough to not have any friends, hook up with someone of at least neutral standing with you and pray that they'll keep you safe. Don't even get me started on what things with more than two eyes will do to you.

DON'T GO SOMEWHERE BECAUSE A VOICE IN YOUR HEAD TOLD YOU TO
We're going to assume the worst as to what happened with Mr. Clarke. Don't let it happen to you too.

ALWAYS LISTEN TO AND TRUST CORE PERSONNEL
Cut these guys some slack - they only want what's best for you. They're the protectors of humanity for crying out loud! They won't cook you like a Corsair, or act like an Order agent and say that you're an alien because you've got lights on your ship! They're the only friends you can rely on out there!

REPORT ALL INSTANCES OF ALIEN OR ORDER ACTIVITY TO THE CORE
Only through them can we bring peace to the Edge Worlds and get rid of the chaos that plagues it. You can help them out by helping them win the information war!

That's it for this episode of 'Edge Worlds Survival Tips'. Stay safe out there!

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Crime and Punishment

Pending executions: None.

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This concludes the news. Be ready for the next broadcast; being on top of things might just save your life!

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Current Stories

Some of you seem to have forgotten that The Core lays claim to the Iridium Field in Omicron Delta. Iridium is a precious resource, one that The Core will control. Out of their grace, they allow anyone to haul this precious resource. Wow, does it get any better than that?

Sadly, some people just get too arrogant. Earlier today, The Core found a neutral installation inside the Iridium Field. How disgraceful - building such filfth upon The Core's own territory. Regardless, The Core did the right thing and blew it to pieces.

This time, Fleet Admiral Nodtviet allowed everyone on board the station to live and dropped them off at Freeport 11. Next time however, the firing squad may be in for a treat.

May all of you Edge Worlds dwellers take that as a warning. Mr. Nodtviet does not give second chances.

The captains of the Athena and the Moorwen captured visual footage of the installation and it's demise. We hope you enjoy it!

In conclusion: Obey the law.

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Edge Worlds Survival Tips

Welcome to Edge Worlds survival tips! Are you a dweller in the Edge Worlds, but always find yourself at the wrong end of a gun? Well these tips are essential for you! Literally, you don't want to die out there, do you?

Then check out our tips for surviving in the most hostile environment in Sirius!

OBEY THE LAW
Law is what purges the chaos. Law is what keeps you safe. Law will bring peace. Law is what The Core enforce. Break the law, and you will suffer. Obey the lore, and you will prosper.

COOPERATE WITH THE CORE
Mavericks are put down.

ALWAYS BE SUPPLIED
Travelling distances in the Edge Worlds are long. It's ideal that you stock up on fuel and food before you venture out from the Freeport. You don't want to end up in a sticky situation where you have neither food or fuel, right?

PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE COCKPIT
It's irrelevant if you want to go for a potty break. Keep your eyes on the cockpit - your worst nightmare has the habit of uncloaking on you.

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Crime and Punishment

Pending Executions: One;

Name: Adam Betron
Age: 19
Affiliation: The Core
Reason for execution: Failure to follow orders, desertion

Mr. Betron was on a patrol with fellow Core wing-men when they were ambushed by a nomad patrol at the Omicron Lost Jump Hole in Omicron Delta. Whilst his fellow wing-men were dying around him, fighting for The Core, Mr. Betron ran like a coward to Dabadoru, crying his eyes out after being terrified by mere nomads. Upon arrival, Mr. Betron updated the dock masters on the situation. Core High Command was then informed, and Fleet Admiral Nodtviet was not impressed. Mr. Betron was soon taken to a cell on Durban station, whereby he is awaiting execution by firing squad.

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Factions of the Omicrons and Omegas

There are many groups in the Omicrons and Omegas that you should know about. It might save your life. In this episode, we talk about the unstoppable protectors of humanity, The Core.

The Core




Outside from the safety of the House colonies lies the Sirian final frontier: The Edgeworlds. The Edgeworlds are a mysterious place filled with unknown treasures, priceless rarities and breath taking sights unlike any other in Sirius. Zoners often set up their own colonies and Freeports within the Edgeworlds, choosing to opt for a peaceful existence away from the Houses. However, such beauty hides evils unbeknownst to the common explorer...

Deadly, terrifying alien creatures and their minions capable of manifesting and disappearing at will, aggressively striking down prey without a second thought. Menacing mechanical constructs roam the Edgeworlds with unknown agendas. Feral Corsairs and Outcasts continue to pirate and kill not only each other, but innocents within the Edgeworlds as well. And finally The Order, a malicious terrorist organization, seem intent on completing their goals, irrespective of whatever human or civil cost must be paid.

However, within the darkness exists a light. The Core, rising from the ashes yet again, strives to preserve, protect and install law and order within the harshness of the Edgeworlds. The Core mercilessly cracks down on all hostile elements within the Edgeworlds, slaying them as part of their conquest. As well as this, they try to obtain as many alien materials and technologies as they can so that APM and Core scientists can create more powerful and potent weaponry and ships for The Core to use. Ultimately, the dream is for The Core to create an Empire within the east of Sirius.

In the Edgeworlds and Borderworlds, people have safety knowing that the eyes of The Core do not blink, is always vigilant and is merciless in pursuit of their goals.

Goals:
>Development of powerful new technologies to improve the life of all Sirians
>Extermination of all hostile threats in the Edge Worlds
>Creation of a peaceful Empire for all to live in

Next episode: The Corsairs

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Current Stories

The Core have successfully taken Yaren base from the fifthly Corsairs.

At 19:00 SMT, The Core carried out Operation Pacific. This was a perfectly executed plan, masterminded by Guildmaster Nodtviet and his Guildkeepers, whereby Core forces would amass at Dabadoru Station, before launching a series of fast and powerful strikes against the Corsair base. The Athena and the Moorwen took aim at the Corsair defenses, before delivering a barrage of unrelenting strikes at Battleship Granada - the last line of Corsair defense. Corsair ships were seen bleeding from the base, as part of a last ditch effort at defending the installation. However the limited and weakened Corsair forces could not stand up to the unstoppable force known as The Core.

At the end of the battle, the Corsair forces were destroyed and The Core forces stood victorious. And with this, Planet Nauru is finally fully under the control of The Core.

A small, but efficient boarding party of marines then boarded Yaren - making prisoners of those who submitted and massacring the infidels who defied the marines might.

The future of Omicron Delta is now secured. The Corsair menace has been successfully pushed out. Footage of the battle will be released at a later date.

DOLOR TRANIST
GLORIA AETERNA EST

(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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The Lost

VICTIS HONOR

(Honor to the vanquished)

Molly Mackenzie
Una Clark
Jonathan Fisher
Anthony Springer
Gabrielle Dyer
Sophie Clarkson
Ella Mills
Thomas Butler
Sue Davies
Isaac Hunter
Jacob Henderson

Shall the names of these fallen warriors forever be etched into the archives of Core history.

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Edge Worlds Survival Tips

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Crime and Punishment

Pending Executions: None.

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Factions of the Omicrons and Omegas

There are many groups in the Omicrons and Omegas that you should know about. It might save your life. In this episode, we talk about one of the many scourges of humanity, the Corsairs.

Corsairs


The Corsairs, also referred to as the Corsair Empire (Imperio del Corsario), are an unlawful faction operating from the remote edge worlds of Sirius. They are believed to be the largest criminal organization currently in operation in Sirius -- frequently attacking civilian, commercial, and even military targets. The Corsairs are ruled over by an oligarchy of the most ruthless, powerful, wealthy or influential, who reach their position of power primarily by carving a bloody path of destruction through their plentiful enemies.

Corsair influenced territories span across most of the Omicron and Omega Edge Worlds, leading them as far as Bretonia and Kusari. Most of their bases are directly connected to their core worlds. The Corsairs are currently involved in a long standing, large scale war with the Outcasts over the domination of the Omicron Edge Worlds.


Their reign of terror can only be countered via a complete extermination of their race. These rats must be purged, for the sake of a better tomorrow for humanity.

Goals:
>To ruin the lives of innocent civilians via piracy and murder
>Cannibalism
>YALALALALALALA?

Next episode: The Order

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Current Stories

The dishonorable Order fools fell for it. They have set up refuge in Dabadoru Station in Omicron Delta, but at the same time they have trapped themselves in Omicron Delta - ready for The Core to deliver another crushing blow to them.

At 19:00 SMT the main fleet was ready to finally rendezvous with our ground forces on Nauru and to successfully build up Yaren Base to make it stronger and more beautiful than the filthy Corsair installation it once was. Whilst the armada was being tended too, Core High Command sent a small fleet to the Freeport, waiting for the inevitable Order attack which an Agent had spoken of prior to Operation Pacific.

How disgusting - that they would make an attack against us straight after a conflict with the Corsairs - have they no honor? Do they not dare to face us properly on the battlefield? Are they truly this weak, that they must make such a maneuver after another enemy has already attacked us? This truly shows how much greater, how much stronger, how we are far more superior than our enemies in every aspect.

Dabadoru would serve as a marker to accurately weigh up how potent Order forces could be when launching a 'major' operation. A very small percentage of The Core fleet was sent to witness the downfall of Dabadoru and to pick off Order vessels where they could for sport. A Mako with purposely designed low hull integrity and poor offensive and defensive capabilities, which was piloted by an AI program, was positioned outside of the station to record the Order offensive. Annoyingly, The Order fleet was drawn to the 'Battleship' Peleliu like moths to a flame and destroyed it. Fortunately, we were able to gather sufficient data before it was destroyed (but far less than what we wanted to gather).

Dabadoru was run by a skeleton crew of prisoners, criminals and other undesirables. When the Order would come to siege the station, all Core and other important personnel would have been evacuated already much earlier. All important supplies, vessels and munitions were transported to Omicron Rho, to prevent The Order forces from getting their hands on anything useful. The base itself had long served it's purpose, and High Command was weighing up whether to keep the station as it was. It seems The Order have made that decision for them - for now.

Our loses were at a minimum, our grand fleet stands barely scratched, and it is ready to rain fury upon The Order with a ferocity like no other.

First they will cheer. Then they will starve. And finally they will bleed.

DOLOR TRANIST
GLORIA AETERNA EST

(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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The Lost

VICTIS HONOR

(Honor to the vanquished)

'Battleship' Peleliu

A useful prop, but nothing more. It served it's purpose, and shall be treasured for that.

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Crime and Punishment

Pending Executions: None.

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Factions of the Omicrons and Omegas

There are many groups in the Omicrons and Omegas that you should know about. It might save your life. In this episode, we talk about the villainous terrorist organization, The Order.

The Order


The Order is a vile terrorist organization dedicated to defeating the Nomad menace, however since their initial creation they have greatly deviated from that goal. The organization is not hesitant to attack law enforcement and civilian targets if they have a 'suspicion' of said target being infected. Their foolish paranoia and grudges ultimately cost them dearly, when the Zoners cut off all support to them. Their barely supplied organization is now reduced to launching feverish but generally redundant raids against their enemies.

Do not make a mistake however, such wild and chaotic groups like The Order can still pose a significant threat if you are not careful. They have eyes and ears everywhere and will stop at nothing to fight the nomads: even if it means reducing humanity to ruin along the way.

Fortunately The Core, a true counter to the Nomad threat, has stepped in to do the job properly. The Order did not like someone doing their job, and thus declared The Core hostile. On top of The Order being declared a terrorist organization by all the houses, The Core has deemed it that they are no longer of use to humanity and must be purged. The greatest strike against The Order by The Core was when Planet Toledo - a festering pit of terrorist activity - was reduced to ruin.

Goals:
>To fight the Nomad threat by any means necessary, even if this means hurting innocent life.
>Preventing humanity from advancing to greater heights.
>Hoarding technology for themselves, to use against the houses.

Next episode: The Outcasts

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Current Stories

Salutem ladies and gentlemen. My name is simply Caesar. I am your new host for this programme. I apologise for the long delay in getting you this new broadcast. The Core has been hard at work constructing a much more powerful relay to allow your messages to reach all of Sirius, so that our enemies - no matter where they may be - will quake at the transmission of this broadcast. Our reach is infinite and our enemies will come to know this fact. And to our allies and supporters; these messages will give you the justification to instil your faith into what we do. Now, moving onto the news...

RUMOR: Interspace Commerce Now Owns The Core?

Several weeks ago a certain news story posted by Interspace Commerce heavily implied they had taken ownership of the Core. To quote Erik Nodtviet himself on this he called the article "utter nonsense, 40% is not a majority anyway". As you know, the opinion of the Core is equal to the opinion of that glorious, lovely man. God bless his soul. Guildmaster Nodtviet did later go on to say "However, if Interspace Commerce is interested in funnelling some credits in our way in exchange for... certain items, a business partnership could be created without ownerships". What items could he mean perhaps? Maybe the ball is in ICs court in regards to that...

Sentient Desks

Yes. The Core has perfected Sentient Desk technology. No, we will not be sharing it with anyone.

Invicta Research Complex Change of Ownership

Invicta Research Complex - an experimental research facility constructed by the Core and AP Manufacturing - has been sold to a Core sub-group known as The Blackguard. For all future inquiries regarding Invicta Research Complex, please contact The Blackguard. Their ship designation is shown as [BG]-. This does not mean The Core will halt its other research and development programs.

Kemwer Munitions

On a recent Rho patrol, several Core pilots spotted a Zoner transport carrying cargo known as Kemwer Munitions which was giving off high energy signatures akin to Nomadic technology. Upon intercepting the Zoner, it admitted to attempting smuggle the cargo to Luneburg to the Bundschuh. After further interrogation, the cargo was revealed to be of Order origin. Yep, looks like the terrorists are trying to make a cheap buck at the expense of humanities welfare.

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KEMWER MUNITIONS


An assortment of high quality weaponry, Kemwer Munitions are distinguished by superior firepower and efficiency, topping even the arms restricted solely for House Militaries' use. It is rumored that Kemwer Munitions are an offshot of The Order's research and development lab projects investigating the energy signatures of unknown entities dwelling in the Omicron systems, but this is unconfirmed due to anti-tampering measures preventing any attempts at study or reverse engineering. Initially spotted in use among Blood Dragons and Bundschuh affiliated rebels, Kemwer munitions are now highly sought after within both the lawless border worlds and by the various pirate factions of Sirius.

After giving the Core patrol all the information it could muster, the Core patrol executed the Zoner on the spot. If you break the law - especially in Omicron Rho - you will pay with your life. May that be a warning to everyone. Kemwer munitions have now been listed as contraband.

However these munitions raise an interesting question. The Order's agenda is that all Nomadic technology should be withheld from Sirius, no matter the cost. 'Protecting' us from all things Nomad, with or without our consent. If the Order has now begun to export such technologies themselves to external third parties this would create quite the hole within their ideology would it not? Perhaps it's a sign that the Order is starting to falter and is desperately seeking means of maintaining themselves, even if it means hypocrisy? Or maybe, repeating myself once again, these terrorists have been lying all along and seek to hoard as much alien technology as possible before selling it to other criminal elements throughout Sirius, creating further terror and chaos?

Regardless, there is only one true munition that can be trusted in these dark times...

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Crime and Punishment

None.

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Factions of the Edge Worlds

For this broadcast, we will be skipping our 'Factions of the Edge Worlds' segment.

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Current Stories

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Salutem ladies and gentlemen. Caesar here once more. The past few weeks have been very busy for our titular paramilitary. Much has occurred, and that will be the meat of this report.

Guildkeeper Ruby Hydra in Intensive Care

Guildkeeper Ruby Hydra has been thrown into a Coma and is battling for her life after Order assailants laid a trap on Freeport 11 to capture her. The agents dragged her and an innocent citizen to a secret location, where they attempted to brutally torture her for information with the intention of killing her afterwards. Unfortunately for them, Guildkeeper Hydra was no ordinary pilot, and she masterminded a plan for her and the citizen to escape. As they tried to escape however, Guildkeeper Hydra took a fatal stab wound whilst attempting to protect the citizen from their Order capturers. The citizen was able to flee with Hydra in tow, and they safely made it to the med-bay on the Freeport.

Ruby Hydra has been extracted from the Freeport to a much more secure location. The Core felt that if the Zoners allowed such evil individuals onto the station, they may attempt another attack.

With Ruby Hydra now under Core protection and fighting to stay alive, Erik Nodtviet had the following comments:

"She is like a daughter to me, and thus I will protect her."

May this be a warning to all who venture into the Omicrons. Be wary of the tenacity and cruelty the Order may show in order to get their way. They cannot be trusted.

Omicron Rho Trade Visas

The Core has recently announced plans to open up trade into Omicron Rho via Trade Visas. Potential suppliers will be able to purchase one of these Visas and will then have access to specific supply routes in the system. The Core also promises to offer bonuses to suppliers as a reward for supporting The Core in their efforts.

Zoner Expansion Plan

In order to help Zoners secure their sovereignty and protect them from nefarious forces in the Omicrons, The Core has offered to help Zoners construct a new Zoner Outpost, perhaps a new Freeport, in the Omicron Lost system. This is part of a new initiative to build upon vague and undefined Zoner relations, and to hopefully gain the majority of the Omicron Zoner population's favour.

Construction chief Xavier Welt had the following words:

"With the Nomads, The Order, the Corsairs and the Artificial Intelligence closing in from all sides the Zoners unfortunately are starting to get caught in the middle of various conflicts. This endangers their lives, and every time a Zoner dies The Core fails its own objective of protecting them. Providing them with a refuge away from the conflict will surely make their lives safer.

We also plan to offer more items to the Zoners further down the line as a show of good faith. I'm not allowed to say anything currently, but I can at least tell you it'll make traversing the Omicrons safer *chuckles*"

What might he mean? Looks like we'll just have to wait to find out.

H+ Clinic

In the past several years The Core has ushered breakthrough developments in Human technological enhancement sciences. The H+ Clinic is a new development that will allow for cybernetic and biomechanical augmentations and upgrades. For now, it is limited to Core personnel only, however in the future The Core hopes to open it up to all of the Edge Worlds.

Currently, if you wish to make advantage of such technologies you may apply for The Core here.

AP Manufacturing is Recruiting!

Do you have a great interest in the sciences and engineering? Do at least has reasonably valid qualifications for such? Were you pressured out of projects due to ethical or moral concerns? Whilst we don't break ethics and morals ourselves, AP Manufacturing is currently recruiting more personnel to get involved with large-scale projects throughout this year.

If you wish to enlist with AP Manufacturing, see here. Remember to express your interest for APM.

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Crime and Punishment

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Guardian D. Egg,
Guardian W. Forge,
And Guardian S. Common,

Are sentenced to be Dammned to the Unknown for an attempted embezzlement scam of fines collected on patrol. Whilst pilots are allowed to keep some, they must give 20% to The Core. Those who do not will end up like these Guardians. When they return, if they return, they will be re-instated and hopefully will have learnt their lesson.

Factions of the Edge Worlds

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This segment will be terminated until further notice.

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This concludes the news. Be ready for the next broadcast; being on top of things might just save your life!

DOLOR TRANSIT, GLORIA AETERNA EST
(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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BREAKING NEWS

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Ladies and Gentlemen! I apologise for the absence, however there is news of the utmost urgency I need to relay to you. I am Caesar, this is The Core News Service.

Anomalous Object Discovered in Omicron Delta

Whilst on a routine patrol of the Edge Nebula in Omicron Delta, a Core patrol headed by Rosalina Romanov stumbled upon a massive rocky structure situated near the Omicron Minor hole:

Further analysis revealed the structure was undoubtedly alien in nature, most likely Nomadic. AP Manufacturing research teams later performed a brief survey on the structure, and located several small openings, with one opening large enough for a fighter or freighter sized vessel to enter. Via some of these openings gaseous substances are seen leaking out. Whilst The Core knows of the substance in question, for the sake of civilian safety it's name and properties will be withheld from the general public for the time being. In wake of this discovery, The Core has locked down the structure and are erecting a 10k perimeter around it.

Guildkeeper Cordelia Lyell had the following statement on the matter:

"The recent discovery of the Azurite construct has the Guildkeepers rather concerned. To ensure the safety of all law-abiding citizens and to treat those daring enough to visit this marvel of alien technology, we shall be patrolling the sector heavily to ensure everyone's safety. For a price, of course."

In regards to the last sentence of her statement, The Core is willing to provide access to the structure to allied foreign scientific teams, however the rest of the general public are barred from entry - unless they pay an access ticket price of 50,000,000 credits per person. Dubbed 'Zone 42', any unauthorised access by parties that have not been approved by The Core will be treated as a criminals against Omicronis, and the perpetrators will be immediately shot.

For reference, here is the exclusion zone in detail:

Vast Iridium Deposit Discovered in Omicron Lost

A survey probe operating within Omicron Lost has recently uncovered a vast deposit of Iridium burden within it's eastern asteroid field. Effective as of immediately, The Core lays claim to the entirety of said field and it's contents, on top of it's existing claim to the Omicron Lost system. AP Manufacturing has hastily begun to establish mining operations within the field, and any non-Core mining operations conducted within the Iridium field will and are to be immediately dismantled, by force if necessary. Illegal mining and hauling of Core Iridium is considered a criminal offense, and perpetrators will be dealt with by the law.

The Core lays claim to all lucrative resources within the Edge Worlds, and any Iridium that has not been mined by a Core or AP Manufacturing mining vessel is to be considered contraband. Foreign vessels are encouraged to conduct legal business with local Core and AP Manufacturing operations, therefore Iridium that has been mined by Core hands into the hold of a foreign entity is considered a legal export. However Iridium mined by non-Core hands and loaded into a foreign entity is to be considered contraband. To ensure your legality within Omicronis, civilians are encouraged to seek Core vessels for Iridium ore.

Vessels hauling Iridium throughout the Edge Worlds may be prone to random spot-checks by Core personnel, so that the goods can be evaluated for their legality. The Core holds a large monopoly on Iridium, and it will not see the filfthy hands of third parties interfere with that.

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FOR GLORY! FOR OMICRONIS!

DOLOR TRANSIT, GLORIA AETERNA EST
(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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BREAKING NEWS

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Recently The Core and AP Manufacturing have unveiled a new shipline to replace the ageing AP-Line traditionally used by The Core and the Bounty Hunters Guild.

Notably, the new ships are sporting a new, darker design. But overall, their form still takes after the old AP-Line. An odd design choice. One of our reporters asked the project lead for more information;

"Well, to tell you the truth, these are just prototypes. Mostly we're just testing the internals and seeing what works. It's extremely likely that the physical appearance of the ships will change in the near future, as well as the names. One suggestion that came up during a board meeting was that these current 'placeholders', so to speak, could branch off from the APX-Line and could become fairly generic ships and equipment for civilians and the like to make use of within the Edge Worlds; much like the Border Worlds shipline".
- Holly Octavia, Engineering Chief, AP Manufacturing

But then what of the current AP-Line? AP Manufacturing has sold the rights to the line for an undisclosed sum to the Bounty Hunters Guild. From this point on, the Bounty Hunters Guild will both build and sell ships and equipment belonging to the line from their bases. The APM Online Store will be closed for an unspecified amount of time, and any future purchases for the line must be made via the Bounty Hunters Guild.

At the end of the interview, Ms. Octavia surprised us with one last comment;

"The team working on the APX line actually isn't that large. This is because we're currently working on something - literally - much, much bigger. Testing for it has occurred at a top-secret location, so it's very unlikely that the vast majority of pilots have been fortunate enough to have seen what we're working on. All I can say is that when it debuts, it's going to cause some - ahem - mega ripples in the Edge worlds".
- Holly Octavia, Engineering Chief, AP Manufacturing

BREAKING NEWS

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Several months ago six high ranking Core officials, including Erik Nodtviet and Nova Hawken, disappeared from the Edge Worlds without a trace.

Fortunately Matt Bishop was able to step in and took the rank of Guildmaster in Nodtviet's absence, ensuring things ran smoothly and maintaining the pace of The Core war machine.

However recently four of the missing officials returned. Upon attempting to communicate with them, it was later discovered that their larynxes had been surgically removed. Meanwhile, Nodtviet and Hawken remain missing.

Once their rehabilitation and therapy to help them overcome this ordeal is complete, the returned four will collaborate to form a report in the next several months. Hopefully, we may gain some insight into what actually happened, and where the previous Guildmaster's whereabouts may be.

ANNOUCEMENT: Omicron Lost

The Core feels the need to remind the Omicrons about it's claim over the Omicron Lost system. Installations built by any party other than The Core will not be tolerated. This is not just because of the high alien presence in the system, but also because of The Core's long standing claim over Iridium. Recently, The Order made the foolish mistake of attempting to construct an installation within the Omicron Lost system. Battlegroup Auxesia also joined in to help fight the common threat. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. However this does not mean they are excused of their crimes against The Core.

Easily spotting their attempt, The Core swooped into the system and destroyed the installation without mercy, sparing none of the crew on board. Take note that even non-combatant personnel that sign up to a terrorist organisation are also terrorists. This includes Order scum.

The destruction of Kebok Survey Station will deliver a great blow to The Order's already strained logistical efforts. All this does make one wonder though: how is the most hated organisation in Sirius able to sustain itself? Perhaps this question simply answers itself; and explains why The Order lost Kebok.

Omicron Theta - A Zoner Protectorate?

Recently the Zoners have 'claimed' Omicron Theta as a Protectorate under the Confederation of Freeports. Although The Core considers all of the Omicrons its rightful property, Omicron Theta is more or less beneath their interest. Omicron Theta is a suitable home for the Zoner enclave in the Omicrons. If the Zoners wish to claim a system on the border of the Corsair Empire, then The Core has no qualms. Even if it is slightly humorous to see Zoners of all people flocking to the concept of laws and regulations, whilst hypocritically many Zoners are against the idea of Imperium Omicronis, which is essentially the same thing.

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This concludes the news. Be ready for the next broadcast; being on top of things might just save your life!

FOR GLORY! FOR OMICRONIS!

DOLOR TRANSIT, GLORIA AETERNA EST
(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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BREAKING NEWS

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The Guildmaster's own daughter, Gabrielle Daniels valiantly gave her life to break the pseudo-zoners of Freeport 11's reign of terror and manipulation!



Hours laters, our beloved Exalted Guildmaster, Jack Daniels, declared war on the group of Zoners mentioned above.
We have him on a live video call right now!
Mr. Daniels, what would you like to tell our viewers?

"It's past time we mobilized the fleets and rid ourselves of that pest. We've tolerated them long enough.
They swear to be neutral and ignore all political situations, yet they keep supporting our direct enemies. Countless times we have seen Order warships in the so called "No Fire Zone", despite it being a direct violation of the Freeport Laws. Yet, no one cared to bother them. If that's not enough, some of them even openly use their firepower to protect the terrorist organization from us!
Furthermore, I've seen multiple reports of Zoners making a living by dealing in fresh Alien remains.
They use their so called "Colony ships" and openly engage aliens, while endangering all the lives on board those ships. If that's not enough, they're actually violating our own laws and I cannot allow that. Who knows where those remains go, but I suspect all kinds of terrorists and criminals have the chance to acquire them.
The decision wasn't easy, times have been rough, but I'm confident our...nay, YOUR hard work will help the Core emerge victorious from this conflict.
We will drive the Zoners OUT of Delta and we'll be one step closer to claiming the whole system.
It is in times like these, we need all the manpower and firepower we can get, so let it be known!
Core's recruiting and we're paying top credit to good pilots and engineers!

- Jack "Azrael" Daniels, Exalted Guildmaster of the Core

That's all good, Mr. Daniels, but what about the Zoner's allies? Last time there were plenty of those? Everyone and his dog came down to Delta in order to protect the innocent civilians from the big bad Core?

"That's a good question. This time around, our actions are more than justified. The Zoners had finally made a slip and exposed their true nature.
They are nothing more than frauds. Their peace is a lie, their neutrality is a joke. They act all high and mighty and when things come down crashing, they put their tails between their legs and run for cover. They are unable to understand that you simply do not go toe to toe with a paramilitary force such as the Core. What will they throw at us? Bricks of Synthetic Marijuana? Amulets? Would they tape engines to their cargo pods and use them as torpedoes? They've no chance. No matter who they call, no matter how many ships they bring.
Omicron Delta is our domain and we rule it as we see fit. Plus, I've someone here with me. Let me just adjust the camera angle...aaand there we go. Say hi Finn! You're on the news.
IRG Director himself...we're going to have some quality time me and you.
But, I digress. Be brave, men and women of the Core! Believe in your Guildmaster and we shall win this war before you know it!
Long live the Core! "
- Jack "Azrael" Daniels, Exalted Guildmaster of the Core

There you have it! Words of true power and wisdom directly from the big man!
Yours truly, Valentina Rose, The Core News Services. Have a nice day, ladies and gentlemen!

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This concludes the news. Be ready for the next broadcast; being on top of things might just save your life!

FOR GLORY! FOR OMICRONIS!

DOLOR TRANSIT, GLORIA AETERNA EST
(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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BREAKING NEWS

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The Exalted Guildmaster has been rushed to the medbay on Durban Station!


Hello, Omicrons! This is Valentina Rose and our beloved Guildmaster was just taken into the intensive care ward.
Here with us we have Doctor Maruso, an aspiring cybernetics and augmentations specialist and we hope he'll shed some light on matters at hand.
Good evening Doctor, what can you tell our viewers? What happened to the Guildmaster? Is he okay?

" First off, yes, he'll live. As for the nature of the situation... well, it's hard to say, Ms Rose. The patient has a number of grave injuries.
For starters, his lungs are collapsed, his left eye is missing, his entire chest has been decimated, his right hand has no skin from the shoulder down.
As a matter of fact, it has no flesh at all. It's a good thing the arm is entirely cybernetic. It shall be easily replaced with the newest prototype.
I don't know who or what got to him, but it will take at least 24 hours to get him back on his feet. Luckily, we always keep a wide array of "spare parts" around.
In this case, they are custom made, especially for the patient, so it's a matter of attaching them. One problem remains, however. Severe head trauma.
Even though his skull has been reinforced, someone or something managed to bend it. We'll have to get that fixed before we can proceed and until he wakes up, we can't know for sure if he'll ever be his old self.
But rest assured, we'll give our best to patch him up and make him even better than his was.

- Doctor Takuma Maruso, Durban Station.

Troubling news indeed! We can only guess what monster could've inflicted so much damage on Mr. Daniels. As we're all aware, Core personal receives extensive upgrades and are one of the deadliest and most resilient fighters in Sirius. Doctor Maruso, we've also seen a woman being rushed to the ward along with Daniels. Who is she?

"Ah, that's the infamous Jessebelle Fillian. Looks like she fell victim to the same monstrosity. Judging by her wounds, I would say it's either one of those heavy combat mechs or maybe she got ran over by a tank. Her condition is equal to that of the Guildmaster. We removed a pipe from her lungs and we're yet to treat the rest of the wounds.
We also have to re-arrange her chin, because it's out of place. We'll keep her heavily sedated, just in case she wakes up prematurely and decides to start breaking the skulls of our doctors.
Now, if you excuse me, I have a surgery to perform. "
- Doctor Takuma Maruso, Durban Station.

You heard it here first! Two of our toughest fighters got decimated by an unknown assailant.
Are the zoners behind this? Of course they aren't, even their toughest males are not as masculine as Jessebelle!
Whatever the case may be, we can only be glad our beloved leader is still alive.
Stay tuned, ladies and gentlemen, TCNS will air an exclusive interview with the Guildmaster himself in due time!

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This concludes the news. Be ready for the next broadcast; being on top of things might just save your life!

FOR GLORY! FOR OMICRONIS!

DOLOR TRANSIT, GLORIA AETERNA EST
(Pain is temporary, glory is forever)

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