Caelphon

Thank you. Everyone's feedback is appreciated. We will be looking to see whether it is necessary to incorporate these, or keep it as it is.

This will be handled by the Lore Team in due time. We are busy with larger projects that require our immediate attention.

It was removed from Lore. It can be assumed that ingame items instead simply reference a "supplier" perhaps.

While I have not seen it in action (the roles I play are not exactly contested, so I normally secure them quite easily - so I suppose I do have bias here) I like what it entails! Perhaps there could be some modifications here and there, regarding the feedback received above, but overall I think the system is quite neat, and I'd love for it to stay.

CoffeeToffee has made exceptional sprites, and I think they'd be a great addition to the Staff Spriter Team. This application has my support.

I've roleplayed with Aez, Goldman and Starchild. I do not recall if I have roleplayed with the Consular Ta. Aez and Starchild are always enjoyable to roleplay with, and they always make the round interesting. I enjoy their character concepts (the information I have gained through talking with the aforementioned characters) and I do believe their return would be welcome! Regarding Goldman, I do not think that hes "out there" but a few other players seem to share the same sentiment. Would you be opposed to tweaking the character concept for Goldman, or would you rather retire him? Has anyone ever brought an feedback regarding Goldman to you personally? Regardless, this app has my support. Sleepy is a fantastic roleplayer, and an even better lore writer. I have no doubt they'd be able to accomplish great things as Command, especially with the NBT on the horizon. Edit: After reading the latest incident report, I believe that Goldman should not make a return. I think they are best left off the NSS Aurora.

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Article #7 of the Peackeeper Mandate arc. This article will appear "several hours" after #6, and is meant to be roleplayed as such. This brings the arc to a close. Peackeeper Mandate extended: indefintely! Despite the best attempts of the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion, and the recent addition of the Private Military Contracting Group, the insurgency groups within the Corporate Reconstruction Zone appear to still be gathering support. However, they have ceased openly militant behaviour soon after the announcement of the Private Military Contracting Group. Most notably, the groups appear to have amassed much more support than anticipated, with worries echoing within the major population centres regarding a potential insurrection. Representatives of the colonies within the Corporate Reconstruction Zone have been locked in talks with President Joseph Dorn regarding the situation, eventually revealing that the Peacekeeper Mandate will remain until all pressing issues have been dealt with. While some are voicing discontent regarding the decision, many more have expressed their support. The Stellar Corporate Conglomerate has also begun expanding its presence within the major population centres. President Dorn said: Notwithstanding the situations in the Corporate Reconstruction Zone, President Joseph Dorn’s approval ratings are higher than ever. Will they remain as such, however? The encroaching economic recession, with the added effects of the Phoron Scarcity, are slowly beginning to be realized, with Getmore Corporation announcing plans to increase prices due to climbing transport costs. Date: 11/05/2463

Article #6 of the Peacekeeper Mandate arc New Corporate Security Forces to be Deployed in the Corporate Reconstruction Zone Faced with increasing violence from terrorist forces in the Corporate Reconstruction Zone, Acting Director of the Stellar Corporate Conglomerate Miranda Trasen unveiled today a new subsidiary, the Private Military Contracting Group. Loosely based on the Eridani security model, the Private Military Contracting Group is a coalition of security and medical contractors hired to offer extra protection to the Stellar Corporate Conglomerate's assets. Alongside the existing Eridani PMC contractors, new organizations, such as the Kazarrhaldiye Operations Group, Nexus Corporate Security, and Dagamuir Freewater Private Forces, have been hired to provide employees to boost the corporate ranks. The Republic of Biesel has also acquired contracts to use the Private Military Contracting Group forces as security and medical services in the Corporate Reconstruction Zone. The Foreign Legion will continue to act as the main force against the insurgents, while the Private Military Contracting Group is tasked with securing the already liberated areas. All corporate holdings outside of the Tau Ceti system are being supplied with the corporation's contractors. Older installations will maintain their previous Eridani contractors for now; all facilities will begin to receive Private Military Contracting Group's employees next year. President Dorn defended the use of the corporate forces as necessary to free up the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion troops for combat duties. Deployment and the equipment used by the subcontractors within the Private Military Contracting Group will be strictly the Stellar Corporate Conglomerate's responsibility. Date: 11/05/2463

Considering all these points, there are a series of issues: 1. You yourself say that Lore Writers dont have time or inclincation to write slice of life articles on a regular basis, so what encourages them to review these articles instead? Why do you think Lore Writers devote some time to evaluate player-lore that would largely be insignificant to the greater scheme of lore development? 2. Staff outside of the Lore Team are often not privy to the intricate details of what goes on. This means that "Volunteer Editors" would need some kind of continious update on lore, in order for it to make sense. Can't have them approve an article that hosts an event on the Upsilon, but the article goes out after the Upsilon suddenly explodes? See what I mean? They'd need to basically be lore staff. This already exists on the Relay Discord. I'd rather encourage you utilize that forum instead of making an entirely new process.

Article #5 of the Peacekeeper Mandate arc Insurgency Groups declared Terrorist Organizations Prime Minister of Mictlan, Ladislao de Santos, has declared the Samaritans a terrorist organization. This comes after hundreds of thousands of people demanded the radical group be listed as such after their recent attacks against both the assets of both the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion and Stellar Corporate Conglomerate. He said: Several hashtags have gone viral this week, with most being against the group. Whilst initially the Samaritans found minor success advocating their cause on social media, it has since waned due to their militant actions. Some of these hashtags included; #mictlanterrorists, #downwithsamaritans and more. There is growing discontent regarding the handling of the group, with many advocating for it to be targeted and disbanded before it can grow bigger. President Joseph Dorn has yet to increase the number of Peacekeepers on Mictlan, despite reserves of Legionnaires and Volunteers prepped for deployment. Sources from within the Dorn Administration have said it is unlikely that there will be a significant increase of Peacekeepers, however, it is yet to be decided. Date: 11/01/2463

Article #4 of the Peacekeeper Mandate arc Peacekeeper Mandate encounters resistance! The Tau Ceti Foreign Legion has been attacked by the Samaritans. Eight peacekeepers were injured Thursday when their base of operations was stormed by about a dozen members of the radical group, culminating in a shootout. Three individuals were arrested, however, most of the group managed to escape from the peacekeeping forces. Several cameras within the Sikunda Base of Operations managed to capture small snippets of the conflict and are available below. Viewer discretion is advised, the following clip shows several instances of violence. Prime Minister of Mictlan, Ladislao de Santos, has condemned the acts of violence committed by the group. He has cited it as having been a cowardly attempt to disrupt the course of the peacekeepers’ operations. The group has taken responsibility for the event and has rallied itself around a woman named Xiomara Salvo, shown in one of our previous articles burning the Republic of Biesel’s Flag. Several sources from within the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion have confirmed the organization’s readiness, with many believing the violence will spread as the group continues to become more militant in its approach to the occupation of Mictlan, as well as similar like-minded circles across the Corporate Reconstruction Zone. Several posters have been spotted throughout the major population centres of Mictlan, protesting against the Peacekeeper Mandate. Date: 10/29/2463

Please note that the Mendell City Bugle has already been handled internally, and is awaiting review.

Article #3 of the Peacekeeper Mandate arc Tau Ceti Foreign Legion Deployed President Joseph Dorn has announced his latest plans regarding the deployment of the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion. The rising tension within the Corporate Reconstruction Zone has reached dangerous heights, resulting in the implementation of the “Peacekeeper Mandate” - an attempt to stabilize the volatile regions. The Refugee Crisis of 2463, after the events of the Second Solarian Invasion and the influx of Skrell Migrants, the TCFL has seen a massive increase in size. Many of the enlisted personnel are now finishing their initial training, and are beginning to contribute to the success of the Republic of Biesel. He said: Sources from within the Dorn Administration have confirmed that the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion has already begun to set up operations across Mictlan, with many citing the “Samaritans” as the primary cause. The fledgling movement believes that Mictlan must stand on its own, with the group having engaged only in civil disobedience so far, but calls from within are said to be calling for more active resistance against “imperialists”. They have managed to rally supporters to their cause through several social media avenues, primarily utilizing Chirper for the proliferation of their propaganda. The video below was uploaded recently to their Chirper. Most of the video is spoken in the planet’s native tongue, Tradeband, but closed captions are available for those unable to understand. Viewer discretion is advised. We can only hope that the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion is able to contain the threat, and ultimately integrate those within the Corporate Reconstruction Zone. The agreement between the Coalition of Colonies and the Republic of Biesel is said to go into effect later this week, reducing both the trade tariffs and restrictions on immigration between the two nations. Date: 10/25/2463

Article #2 of the Peacekeeper Mandate arc The New Biesellite Frontier Stellar Corporate Conglomerate fleets have begun to arrive on the at-risk borders of the Wildlands, following last week's mobilization order advised by the Department of Defense. The Tau Ceti Foreign Legion has yet to be deployed, despite ramping up tension across the previous Solarian colonies. The reason for this is yet to be cleared. The delegation from the Coalition of Colonies arrived in Mendell City following a Xanu-brokered agreement between the two nations regarding closer ties largely through the expansion of trade through economic cooperation. Under the agreement, signed by President Joseph Dorn and Chief Representative Reilly Sianne, there will be both decreased trade tariffs and migration requirements. President Joseph Dorn commented the following in a press conference: Majority of the fleets stationed across the Weeping Stars region have been redirected to the more volatile regions of the Corporate Reconstruction Zone, specifically the northern and southern frontiers that encompass the Wildlands. The mobilization order, according to sources within the Dorn Administration, is an attempt to solidify Biesellite sovereignty in light of recent events. He continued to outline his objectives: Date: 10/22/2463

Hi there. Thanks for applying. Hypothetically, let's say you have complete and unfettered access to take lore in any direction you want. What would you do? What do you not enjoy about Skrell Lore? How would you remedy this? How do you feel about megacorpotions in the Jargon Federation? Do you have plans for the Starlight Zone?

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Regarding this; IPCS are not disallowed within the Jargon Federation, they're just often blocked due to mountains of red tape. I imagine that the SCC would do its best to allow ALL its employees to contribute to the mission. The only place I can see this being an issue is Dominia.

Beginning of the Peacekeeper Mandate arc Announcement of the Mobilization Order The Department of Defense of the Republic of Biesel has confirmed the mobilization order of additional fleets along both the shared borders of the Wildlands, as well as within the Corporate Reconstruction Zone. On October 8th, several videos and photos were published and shared across multiple social media extranet sites, mostly confined to Chirper. Majority of these originate within the shared frontier of the Wildlands, but there is also increased seditious behaviour being reported from several planets within the CRZ. These videos and photos commonly display the burning of the Republic of Biesel’s flag, as well as trashing products sold by those within the Stellar Corporate Conglomerate. President Dorn announced: The Acting Chief of Operations for the Stellar Corporate Conglomerate, Miranda Trasen, has reportedly been locked in talks with the administration and will be contributing additional fleets to support those already on the borders. President Dorn has also announced plans to deploy the Tau Ceti Foreign Legion across particularly vulnerable colonies within the newly acquired territories. The Republic of Biesel, as well as the Coalition of Colonies, have announced their willingness to pursue a closer relationship. Increased economic ties would benefit both sides massively in the wake of an approaching recession inflamed by the mounting scarcity of Phoron. President Dorn further stated: Date: 10/18/2463

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