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== 132-1116 [[Capital (world)|Capital]]/Core [2118] ==
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[[Traveller News Service]] - [[1116]]
  
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=== {{FloatDate|132-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Emperor [[Strephon Aella Alkhalikoi]] was assassinated at 1517 hours local time, 132-[[1116]], in the Grand Reception Hall of the [[Imperial Palace]] above Capital/Core. In the ensuing firefight, the Empress [[Iolanthe]] and the Grand Princess [[Ciencia Iphegenia|Iphegenia]] were also killed, along with the Aslan [[Yerlyaruiwo]] ambassador, twelve Imperial Guards, and a number of bystanders.
  
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Emperor [[Strephon]] Aella Alkhalikoi was assassinated at 1517 hours local time, 132-[[1116]], in the Grand Reception Hall of the [[Imperial Palace]] by Archduke [[Dulinor]] of the [[Domain of Ilelish]]. In the ensuing fire fight the Empress [[Iolanthe]] was killed, along with Grand Princess [[Ciencia]], the [[Aslan]] [[Yerlyaruiwu]] Ambassador, twelve Imperial Marine Guards, and a number of bystanders, including Rethe Teaspun, well known TNS reporter. [[IISS]] members waiting nearby for an audience with the Grand Princess broke up the attack preventing Archduke Dulinor from ascending the throne. They were joined by the Emperors Aslan Guards, who were wiped out in a surprise attack by the [[Illelish Guards]] as they pursued the assassin Dulinor.  
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¶ In the following minutes, Archduke [[Dulinor]] of [[Domain of Ilelish|Ilelish]] appeared before the cameras of the Reception Hall, claimed the crown of the Emperor by the right of assassination, and scattered holocrystals documenting his claim to the surviving crowd. He ascended the steps of the dais and sat on the iridium Throne briefly before leaving in the company of his bodyguard.
  
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System Control Central reported tracking the Archduke's cruiser leaving the Capital system minutes later. Fleet elements are reported in pursuit.  
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¶ System Control Central reported tracking the Archduke's cruiser leaving the Capital system minutes later. Fleet elements are reported in pursuit.
  
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Capital has been placed under martial law, Off-planet transportation has been suspended temporarily. Naval Headquarters has issued a statement that the  
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¶ Capital has been placed under martial law. Off-planet transportation has been suspended temporarily. Naval headquarters has issued a statement that the situation is stable and under control. Rioting is reported in the city.  
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situation is stable and under control. Rioting has been reported in Capital city.  
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=== {{FloatDate|133-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ The [[Imperial Palace]] above Capital has been sealed by Naval Security troops. [[Dulinor]] is rumored to remain concealed in the palace with a company of bodyguards. It remains unclear whether Dulinor fled the Capital system yesterday aboard his cruiser, or if he remains in the Palace. Occasional plasma flashes have been reported along the Grand Concourse.
  
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¶ Imperial officers at the scene refused comment.
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== 133-1116 [[Capital (world)|Capital]]/Core [2118] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|134-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Captain Sir Gerals Spirlandin, commanding the Honor Company of the [[2nd Imperial Marine Regiment]], denied reports that Prince [[Varian]], Strephon's nephew and heir apparent to the Iridium Throne, was killed in skirmishes within the Imperial Palace yesterday.
  
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The [[Imperial Palace]] above Capital has been sealed off by Naval Security troops. Archduke [[Dulinor]] is rumored to remain concealed in the palace with a company of bodyguards. It remains unclear whether he fled the Capital system yesterday aboard his cruiser, or if he remains in the Palace. Occasional weapons fire has been reported along the Grand Concourse.  Imperial Officers on the scene refused comment.
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¶ Spirlandin, 32, of {{WorldS|Ibaru|Zarushagar|0321}}, said, "The situation is under control, but identities of persons in the Palace remain unconfirmed."
  
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== 134-1116 [[Capital (world)|Capital]]/Core [2118] ==
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¶ News Service personnel have not yet been allowed inside the Palace.  
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Captain Sir Gerols Spirlandin, commanding the Honor Company of the 2nd Imperial Marine Regiment, denied reports that Prince [[Varian]], Strephon's nephew and heir apparent to the [[Iridium Throne]], was killed in skirmishes within the Imperial Palace yesterday.  
 
  
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Spirlandin, 32, of Ibaru/Zarushagar, said "The situation is under control, but the identities of the people in the palace remain unconfirmed. We don't even know if Princess Ciencia is alive. We have recovered the Emperor and Empress's remains, she is nowhere to be found."
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=== {{FloatDate|135-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Preparations for Emperor Strephon's funeral tomorrow continued without incident. Empress Iolanthe will be buried at the same time. Grand Princess Iphegenia will be buried Thirday.
  
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News service personnel have not yet been allowed inside the Palace.
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¶ The Admiralty confirmed today that the Imperial Palace has been cleared of disloyal elements. The apartments accorded Dulinor in the Palace have been retaken, with no sign of the Archduke.
  
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== 135-1116 [[Capital (world)|Capital]]/Core [2118] ==
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¶ The body of Prince Varian, until today heir apparent to the Iridium Throne, was recovered from the Imperial Palace this afternoon, and now lies in state alongside the Emperor in the central Hall of Nobles beneath the Moot Spire. Varian's funeral is scheduled for Thirday.
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Preparations for Emperor [[Strephon]]'s funeral tomorrow continued today without incident. Empress [[Iolanthe]] will be buried at the same time.  
 
  
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The Admiralty confirmed today that the Palace had been cleared of disloyal elements. The apartments accorded [[Dulinor]] in the Palace have been retaken, with no sign of the Traitor.  
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¶ Crowds of mourners continue to file through the Hall of Nobles. Responding to the press of crowds, last minute arrangements have been made to keep the hall open through the night.
  
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The body of Prince [[Varian]], until today heir apparent to the [[Iridium Throne]], was recovered from the [[Imperial Palace]] this afternoon and now lies in state alongside
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¶ The Office of the Mint has suspended production of the Cr1 coin pending coronation of the next Emperor. A generic sunburst design has been adopted as a temporary replacement.  
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the Emperor in the central Hall of Nobles beneath the [[Moot Spire]]. Varian's funeral is scheduled for Thirday.  
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Crowds of mourners continue to file through the Hall of Nobles. Responding to the press of the crowds, last minute arrangements have been made to keep the hall  open  through the night.  
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=== {{FloatDate|136-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Emperor Strephon and Empress Iolanthe were buried today with full state honors. The procession from the Hall of Nobles to the Alkhalikhoi section of the Imperial Park in the shadow of the Palace moved slowly and without incident.
  
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The Office of the Mint has suspended production of the Crimp [N.B., the portrait of the ruling Emperor stamped into the face of all Imperial coinage] pending coronation of the next Emperor. A generic sunburst design has been adopted as a temporary replacement.
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¶ Prince Lucan, Varian's younger brother, and now heir apparent to the throne, appeared briefly at grave side, leaving under heavy security immediately after the ceremony.  
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== 136-1116 Capital/Core [2118] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|137-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Following simple burial ceremonies for Grand Princess Iphegenia and Prince Varian, the Office of the Emperor today announced that Prince Lucan had formally ascended the Iridium Throne in private ceremonies in the Imperial Palace.
  
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Emperor Strephon and Empress Iolanthe were buried today. The procession from the Hall of Nobles to the Alkhalikoi section of the Imperial Park in the shadow
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¶ Shortly thereafter, Duke [[Simalr]] of Ushra, speaking for the Moot, charged that private ascension ceremonies are invalid, adding that any assumption of the powers of the Imperium requires the consent of the Moot.
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of the Palace moved slowly and without incident.  
 
  
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Prince Lucan, Varian's younger brother and now heir apparent to the Iridium Throne, appeared briefly at the grave site, leaving under heavy security immediately after the ceremony.  
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¶ Emperor Lucan, communicating through his seneschal, exercised the Imperial power to dissolve the Moot for one year. Duke Simalr of Ushra, speaking for the Moot, denied the legitimacy of Lucan's action in a strongly worded reply which was released simultaneously to the news services.
  
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¶ A meeting of the Moot later in the day failed to achieve a quorum. Duke Simalr is reported under house arrest.
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== 136-1116 Capital/Core [2118] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|200-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Unrest among the populace continues following the assassination of Strephon and the questionable rise to power of Emperor Lucan. Fanned by opponents such as Duke Simalr of Ushra, the flames of unrest have sparked rioting in major population centers and intense quarreling among members of the Moot.
  
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The Grand Princess Ciencia, presumed killed in the assassination of Emperor Strephon, returned to Capital on the IISS Cruiser "Yakariirmr".  
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¶ Police and Imperial Guard troops have kept these isolated outbreaks under control, but their frequency and intensity are on the rise.  
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Senior Scout Leader Hkal Irritmnl, 45, of Capital/Core,  released a statement shortly after landing the "Yakariirmr" at the Palace. "Her Imperial Majesty, by right of Blood, Ciencia Iphegenia Alkhalikoi has ascended the Iridium Throne. The Empress requests the Moot to enter session to confirm or deny her Rule."
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=== {{FloatDate|202-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Vland|Vland|0307}} ===
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¶ Emperor Strephon was assassinated by Archduke Dulinor of Ilelish 132-1116. The Central Authority issued a simple statement early today regretting the Emperor's death, but calling on all citizens to remain calm and remember his passing with dignity.  
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The Empress was briefly at the grave site of her parents, buried earlier today. She appeared to be supported by two aides. Asked about her health, Irritmnl said "The Empress was wounded, but she is out of danger. She is ready to shoulder her duties and awaits the pleasure of the Moot."
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=== {{FloatDate|217-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ In the shadows of the Imperial Palace, a particularly violent clash between police and rioters has rocked the capital. For nearly three hours the skirmishes continued, as demonstrating citizens forced their way toward the palace against strict orders of the authorities.
  
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Imperial Naval and Office of the Emperor spokespersons had no comment.  
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¶ Nonlethal means were finally used to disperse the crowd, but not until forty citizens and at least three riot policemen were killed.
  
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¶ A spokesman for Emperor Lucan has stated that the Emperor, though aware of the problem, was not concerned and did not at any time leave the palace for his own safety.
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== 137-1116 Capital/Core [2118] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|245-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Dlan|Ilelish|1021}} ===
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¶ The Archduke's official state visit to Capital ended abruptly with his surprise return to Dlan and his immediate call for a full-media press conference on the steps of the palace for later in the day.
  
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Following simple burial ceremonies for Prince Varian, the Office of the Emperor today announced that Grand Princess Ciencia had formally ascended the Iridium Throne in private ceremonies in the Imperial Palace. Long live Empress Ciencia !
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¶ After appearing wearing an elaborately fashioned crown, the Archduke began his statement with a list of wrongs and abuses perpetrated by Emperor Strephon. He concluded with the startling statement: "The Emperor is dead! I have dedicated my life to the people of the Imperium. I claim the Iridium Throne by right of assassination, and shall rule this Imperium as Emperor Dulinor."
  
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Duke Simlar of Ushra, attending the ceremonies as the Moots representative, gave the Oath of Fealty to the Empress Ciencia. A Palace spokesperson released a statement. "Her Imperial Majesty Ciencia , has stripped the traitor and oath breaker Dulinor of all Imperial Rights, Privileges and Titles. His Heir is invited to Capital to swear fealty to Her Majesty. It is Her Majesties pleasure to offer a reward of 1 GCrimp for the head of the traitor"
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¶ The stunned public then listened as the Emperor called for a complete mobilization to seize all of the Imperium for his sacred cause. He made a public and official request to Admiral [[Hutara]], his brother, for the Ilelish Fleet to side with him in his sacred struggle to gain his rightfully secured place on the throne.
  
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¶ The Emperor Dulinor retired to his chamber without answering questions. A subsequent statement detailing the new Emperor's trip to Capital and the assassination of Strephon on the Iridium Throne itself. The statement concluded with an account of Dulinor's ascension of the Throne to the well- wishing cheers of millions of Capital's citizenry, followed by a selection of patriotic video cassettes.
  
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== 199-1116 [[Medurma (world)|Medurma]]/Dagudashaag [2124] ==
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¶ Celebrations have been organized on Dlan and throughout the sector as the populace is encouraged to honor the beginning of new age for the Imperium and Ilelish sector.
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Imperial Naval spokes person Lt. Aggigashidi Hriakkii announced the engagement of Fleet elements by the Illelish Home Fleet. The inconclusive attack by
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=== {{FloatDate|248-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Dlan|Ilelish|1021}} ===
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several capital ships was repulsed by the massed elements of the 209th and 218th Fleets. Destroyed in the attack were two IN Strike Destroyers, the "Harvey
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¶ Sector Admiral Hutara and his fleet officers made an official announcement that the [[Ilelish Fleet]] has declared for Dulinor. In a brief but ancient ceremony, Hutara offered his dagger to Dulinor, who solemnly accepted, and then briefly embraced his brother.
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Stiller" and "Riiker Daggashi". The Illelish Fleet lost the Heavy Cruiser "Vengeful"
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== 213-1116 [[Glisten (world)|Glisten]]/Spinward Marches [2036] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|265-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Amdani|Daibei|2034}} ===
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¶ Heightened high-level conferences and military activity in the area have done nothing to quell rumors that Core sector is in civil unrest. Statements from the nobility have been universally, "No comment."
  
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Government sources today confirmed that Ark Ramsey, Owner of MYMINES Inc. had preferred charges of slander and libel against " Any and all persons, groups, and corporate entities " who have spread rumors of MYMINES trade in slaves and abuses by MYMINES and Ark Ramsey. A conviction on either charge, both felonies under Glisten's law, could result in the suspects being incarcerated in MYMINES penal colony for up to 10 years.
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¶ As of this date, all naval personnel have been put on special alert, all shore leaves have been canceled, and a complete media blackout of naval exercises has been imposed. The Admiralty has no comment.  
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Sir Aggidis Blackthorne, a member of the Imperial panel which cleared MYMINES and Mr. Ramsey of the most recent of the complaints filed against it, said "MYMINES has met or exceeded all its contractual obligations to the government including, quarters, diet, medical and life support. What the prisoners want is a guaranty of safety. Its absolutely crazy to mollycoddle these criminals. Rockjacking is a very dangerous business. Good law abiding citizens die from it every day. If a few felons are killed to promote the welfare of the system, its a small price to pay"
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=== {{FloatDate|309-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Amdani|Daibei|2034}} ===
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¶ Official announcement of Emperor Strephon's assassination has reached the sector. The nobility has also released a statement encouraging the populace to have faith in the systematic and peaceful shift of power to Strephon's heir, Duke Varian.
  
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Sweeps have so far netted 3200 suspects. Mr. Ramsey in a statement released by his press secretary said " I look forward to including these misguided souls in the MYMINES family, and showing them that I have only the best interests of society at heart."
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¶ Subsequent messages from Core sector have indicated that Varian was killed in combat in and around the palace area. Prince Lucan is apparently the new Emperor of the Imperium.  
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== 221-1116 Glisten/Spinward Marches [2036] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|309-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Capital|Core|2118}} ===
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¶ Lucan announced that unrest in Core sector has been dealt with successfully. All citizens are encouraged to have faith in the new Emperor, despite unsubstantiated rival claims to the throne.
  
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Today disaster struck the Glisten system. In apparent Zhodani mind raper attacks, sophonts suffered violent hallucinations which led many to commit unspeakable acts. During the attack, which lasted 9 hours, the IM guard at the UMRC on the grand concourse of Glisten City attacked the Zhodani consulate Embassy with energy weapons. Over 300 protesters outside the embassy were killed, as well as the entire staff except for 2 persons being held as suspected spies. Survivors were unaware that the Marines had attacked. The IM Commandant, General Jorg Arnol, refused to comment. The Zhodani Ambassador, who was giving a lecture at Glisten University, has not been found. Level 14, where the university is located, was the scene of multiple explosions and fires. Surveillance video shows maddened Glistenites attacking the disaster robots.
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¶ Emperor Lucan also announced that the Core Fleet is on the move towards Dlan to hunt down the criminal Dulinor. His actions warrant death, and he will certainly be brought to justice.  
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A government spokesperson confirmed that the fleet had sortied. " I cannot give specifics", said Lt. Comdr. Zzooghz, "However, be assured the Navy has the situation well in hand."
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=== {{FloatDate|313-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Terra|Solomani Rim|1827}} ===
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¶ In an unexpected move, much of the Imperial Rim Fleet has been concentrated and many reservists have been placed on alert. No substantial explanation has been forthcoming.
  
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The official death toll is 17 thousand in Glisten City alone. Preliminary reports from other habitats give a system-wide toll of over 75 thousand. The number is expected to climb.
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¶ General [[Yoshtiru]] of the [[Terran Home Guard]] has called for a high level command conference of the commanders of all troops stationed on Terra.  
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== 222-1116 Glisten/Spinward Marches [2036] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|322-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Terra|Solomani Rim|1827}} ===
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¶ Military installations in Asia, Africa, and North America have been closed to civilians. All active duty personnel worldwide have been recalled from leave or furlough.
  
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Zhodani attacks on the Glisten system continued today. In a psychic attack lasting 10 hours, 14 thousand are known to have lost their lives. With the 112 thousand known dead in yesterday's attack, the toll stands at 126 thousand. Incoming ships report no other attacks in the Spinward Marches. Safeguards implemented by the Duke General Rapael Gwenneth Ramon Harold Akeilo of Glisten, Baron Overnale , who returned from Deneb early today, held down the toll.
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¶ An unofficial source stated that large shipments of materials have been arriving at these closed installations. The exact nature of the shipments is unknown, and no official Home Guard spokesman will comment on the issue.
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== 224-1116 Glisten/Spinward Marches [2036] ==
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=== {{FloatDate|330-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Regina|Spinward Marches|1910}} ===
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¶ The ducal household announced that Duke [[Norris]] of Regina will travel to {{WorldS|Rhylanor|Spinward Marches|2716}} to meet with representatives from several key worlds in the [[Spinward Marches Sector|Spinward Marches]] and [[Deneb Sector|Deneb]] sectors. The conference is scheduled to cover "economic matters", a general term used when the agenda has not been made public. The exact nature of the meeting has not been disclosed.
  
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Zho attacks continue on a system that is rapidly losing hope. Without sighting a single Zho ship, over 250 thousand have died in four days of attacks by the cowardly Zhodani. The Zhodani Ambassador, sought since the attacks began, was found  dead, at Glisten University, on stage, before an auditorium of death. The 100 high level University officials were found dead in their seats. Preliminary results are consistent with psychic attacks. Curiously, no other victims in the four day old war show these signs.  
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¶ In related matters, a rumor that the Duke has recently received a private communication from Emperor Strephon has not been confirmed by official sources.
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The duke appearing on newscasts throughout the system reassured the populace. He asked that the citizens remain calm and cooperate with authorities.  
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=== {{FloatDate|340-1116}} ⑆ {{WorldS|Regina|Spinward Marches|1910}} ===
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¶ The ducal household announced that Duke Norris was elevated to the rank of [[Archduke]] of the [[Domain of Deneb]] by the hand of Emperor Strephon on 091-1116 in recognition of his activities in the late Fifth Frontier War.
  
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¶ The Duke plans a trip to Capital to personally accept the Emperor's blessing.
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The Archduke's official state visit to Capital ended abruptly with his surprise return to Dlan and his immediate call for a full-media press conference on the steps of the palace for later in the day.
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After appearing wearing an elaborately fashioned crown, the Duke began his statement with a list of wrongs and abuses perpetrated by Emperor Strephon. He concluded with the startling statement: "The Emperor is dead! I have dedicated my life to the people of the Imperium. I claim the Iridium Throne by right of assassination, and shall rule this Imperium as Emperor Dulinor."
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The stunned public then listened as the Emperor called for a complete mobilization to seize all of the Imperium for his sacred cause. He made a public and official request to Admiral Hutara, his brother, for the Illelish Fleet to side with him in his sacred struggle to gain his rightfully secured place on the throne.
 
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The Emperor Dulinor retired to his chamber without answering questions. A subsequent statement detailing the new Emperor's trip to Capital and the assassination of Strephon on the Iridium Throne itself. The statement concluded with an account of Dulinor's ascension of the Throne to the well wishing cheers of millions of
 
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Celebrations have been organized on Dlan and throughout the sector as the populace is encouraged to honor the beginning of new age for the Imperium and Illelish sector.
 
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== 248-1116 Dlan/Illelish [1021] ==
 
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Sector Admiral Hutara and his Fleet Officers made an official announcement that the Illelish Fleet has declared for Dulinor. In a brief but ancient ceremony, Hutara offered his dagger to Dulinor, who solemnly accepted, and then briefly embraced his brother.
 
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== 249-1116 Glisten/Spinward Marches [2036] ==
 
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The surprise Zhodani attacks of a month ago have returned. With a toll of 512 thousand in eight days of attacks last month, Glisten rocked as 135,000 died in
 
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today's attack. As in last months attack, not a single ship was sighted. Fleet Elements beginning to return, sortied again. Duke Glisten, at a press conference, said that a team of trouble shooters were at that moment closing in on the source of the attacks. Pressed for details, he had no comment.
 
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The Duke of Glisten today announced that the perpetrators of the psychic attacks on Glisten had been taken into custody. Citing security, he refused to comment on the situation except to say that the attacks had not been perpetrated by the Zhodani as suspected and the Imperium was not at war with the Zhodani Consulate. With a final toll approaching a million dead, this reporter wonders, Why not?
 
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== 265-1116 Amdani/Daibei [2014] ==
 
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Heightened high level conferences and military activity in the area have done nothing to quell rumors that Core sector is in civil unrest. Statements from the nobility
 
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As of this date, all naval personnel have been put on special alert, all shore leaves have been canceled, and a complete media
 
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== 299-1116 Overnale/Spinward Marches [1937] ==
 
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Pictures rumored to be of a working Ancient base in the Oort cloud of the Glisten system were released by a local reporter who had a lurid story of murder, theft and sex at the supposed site. A few grainy pictures of a nondescript planetoid with a ship nearby are all the evidence available. The story did not name the supposed discoverers, who would be rich from such a find. The Empire owns all Ancient sites within its borders.
 
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Official announcement of Emperor Strephon's assassination has reached the sector. The nobility has also released a statement encouraging the populace to have
 
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Messages from Core sector have indicated that Prince Varian was killed in combat in and around the palace area. His brother, Prince Lucan who for a brief time
 
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== 313-1116 Terra/Solomani Rim [1827] ==
 
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In an unexpected move, much of the Imperial Rim Fleet has been concentrated and many reservists have been placed on alert. No substantial explanation has
 
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General Yoshtiru of the Terran Home Guard has called for a high level conference of the commanders of all troops stationed on Terra.
 
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== 322-1116 Terra/Solomani Rim [1827] ==
 
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Military installations in Asia, Africa, and North America have been closed to civilians. All active duty personnel worldwide have been recalled from leave or
 
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An unofficial source stated that large shipments of materials have been arriving at these closed installations. The exact nature of the shipments is unknown, and no official Home Guard spokesman will comment on the issue.
 
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== 330-1116 Regina/Spinward Marches [0310] ==
 
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The ducal household today announced that Duke Norris of Regina will travel to Rhylanor to meet with representatives from several key worlds in the Spinward Marches and Deneb sectors. The conference is scheduled to cover "economic matters", a general term used when the agenda has not been made public. The exact nature of the meeting has not been disclosed.
 
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== 339-1116 Eddum/Dagudashaag [0531] ==
 
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System Defense boats mauled a rebel fleet refueling at the systems outer gas giant. The Illelish fleet jumped in system with black globes on and attempted a daring
 
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raid for fuel at Haleez. Elements of the 443rd colonial fleet destroyed fourteen refueling shuttles before being forced to retire. Experts say this will force a lengthy stay to refuel the capital ships.
 
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Sources at the Admiralty said "It is unlikely that the fleet will attack Eddum, but our men and women in the Fleet stand ready to defend her."
 
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== 343-1116 Glisten/Spinward Marches [2036] ==
 
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The Duke General Rapael Gwenneth Ramon Harold Akeilo Glisten, Baron Overnale admitted to the presence of an Ancients installation in the Oort cloud, but cautioned against trying to approach it. "Fleet elements guard the approaches to this site", said the Duke, "At some point in the future, it may be opened to the public. But the accident at Antiquity is much upon our minds. As information is cleared it will be released to the public. The Emperors prerogatives may not be ignored"
 
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The Ancient site at antiquity was damaged in an accident several years ago. The Empire owns all Ancient artifacts in Imperial space. Any find must be turned over to Imperial Authorities.
 
  
 
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Latest revision as of 19:18, 23 May 2024

Traveller News Service - 1116

Date: 132-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Emperor Strephon Aella Alkhalikoi was assassinated at 1517 hours local time, 132-1116, in the Grand Reception Hall of the Imperial Palace above Capital/Core. In the ensuing firefight, the Empress Iolanthe and the Grand Princess Iphegenia were also killed, along with the Aslan Yerlyaruiwo ambassador, twelve Imperial Guards, and a number of bystanders.

¶ In the following minutes, Archduke Dulinor of Ilelish appeared before the cameras of the Reception Hall, claimed the crown of the Emperor by the right of assassination, and scattered holocrystals documenting his claim to the surviving crowd. He ascended the steps of the dais and sat on the iridium Throne briefly before leaving in the company of his bodyguard.

¶ System Control Central reported tracking the Archduke's cruiser leaving the Capital system minutes later. Fleet elements are reported in pursuit.

¶ Capital has been placed under martial law. Off-planet transportation has been suspended temporarily. Naval headquarters has issued a statement that the situation is stable and under control. Rioting is reported in the city. Ω

Date: 133-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ The Imperial Palace above Capital has been sealed by Naval Security troops. Dulinor is rumored to remain concealed in the palace with a company of bodyguards. It remains unclear whether Dulinor fled the Capital system yesterday aboard his cruiser, or if he remains in the Palace. Occasional plasma flashes have been reported along the Grand Concourse.

¶ Imperial officers at the scene refused comment. Ω

Date: 134-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Captain Sir Gerals Spirlandin, commanding the Honor Company of the 2nd Imperial Marine Regiment, denied reports that Prince Varian, Strephon's nephew and heir apparent to the Iridium Throne, was killed in skirmishes within the Imperial Palace yesterday.

¶ Spirlandin, 32, of Ibaru (Zarushagar 0321), said, "The situation is under control, but identities of persons in the Palace remain unconfirmed."

¶ News Service personnel have not yet been allowed inside the Palace. Ω

Date: 135-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Preparations for Emperor Strephon's funeral tomorrow continued without incident. Empress Iolanthe will be buried at the same time. Grand Princess Iphegenia will be buried Thirday.

¶ The Admiralty confirmed today that the Imperial Palace has been cleared of disloyal elements. The apartments accorded Dulinor in the Palace have been retaken, with no sign of the Archduke.

¶ The body of Prince Varian, until today heir apparent to the Iridium Throne, was recovered from the Imperial Palace this afternoon, and now lies in state alongside the Emperor in the central Hall of Nobles beneath the Moot Spire. Varian's funeral is scheduled for Thirday.

¶ Crowds of mourners continue to file through the Hall of Nobles. Responding to the press of crowds, last minute arrangements have been made to keep the hall open through the night.

¶ The Office of the Mint has suspended production of the Cr1 coin pending coronation of the next Emperor. A generic sunburst design has been adopted as a temporary replacement. Ω

Date: 136-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Emperor Strephon and Empress Iolanthe were buried today with full state honors. The procession from the Hall of Nobles to the Alkhalikhoi section of the Imperial Park in the shadow of the Palace moved slowly and without incident.

¶ Prince Lucan, Varian's younger brother, and now heir apparent to the throne, appeared briefly at grave side, leaving under heavy security immediately after the ceremony. Ω

Date: 137-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Following simple burial ceremonies for Grand Princess Iphegenia and Prince Varian, the Office of the Emperor today announced that Prince Lucan had formally ascended the Iridium Throne in private ceremonies in the Imperial Palace.

¶ Shortly thereafter, Duke Simalr of Ushra, speaking for the Moot, charged that private ascension ceremonies are invalid, adding that any assumption of the powers of the Imperium requires the consent of the Moot.

¶ Emperor Lucan, communicating through his seneschal, exercised the Imperial power to dissolve the Moot for one year. Duke Simalr of Ushra, speaking for the Moot, denied the legitimacy of Lucan's action in a strongly worded reply which was released simultaneously to the news services.

¶ A meeting of the Moot later in the day failed to achieve a quorum. Duke Simalr is reported under house arrest. Ω

Date: 200-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Unrest among the populace continues following the assassination of Strephon and the questionable rise to power of Emperor Lucan. Fanned by opponents such as Duke Simalr of Ushra, the flames of unrest have sparked rioting in major population centers and intense quarreling among members of the Moot.

¶ Police and Imperial Guard troops have kept these isolated outbreaks under control, but their frequency and intensity are on the rise. Ω

Date: 202-1116 ⑆ Vland (Vland 0307)[edit]

¶ Emperor Strephon was assassinated by Archduke Dulinor of Ilelish 132-1116. The Central Authority issued a simple statement early today regretting the Emperor's death, but calling on all citizens to remain calm and remember his passing with dignity. Ω

Date: 217-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ In the shadows of the Imperial Palace, a particularly violent clash between police and rioters has rocked the capital. For nearly three hours the skirmishes continued, as demonstrating citizens forced their way toward the palace against strict orders of the authorities.

¶ Nonlethal means were finally used to disperse the crowd, but not until forty citizens and at least three riot policemen were killed.

¶ A spokesman for Emperor Lucan has stated that the Emperor, though aware of the problem, was not concerned and did not at any time leave the palace for his own safety. Ω

Date: 245-1116 ⑆ Dlan (Ilelish 1021)[edit]

¶ The Archduke's official state visit to Capital ended abruptly with his surprise return to Dlan and his immediate call for a full-media press conference on the steps of the palace for later in the day.

¶ After appearing wearing an elaborately fashioned crown, the Archduke began his statement with a list of wrongs and abuses perpetrated by Emperor Strephon. He concluded with the startling statement: "The Emperor is dead! I have dedicated my life to the people of the Imperium. I claim the Iridium Throne by right of assassination, and shall rule this Imperium as Emperor Dulinor."

¶ The stunned public then listened as the Emperor called for a complete mobilization to seize all of the Imperium for his sacred cause. He made a public and official request to Admiral Hutara, his brother, for the Ilelish Fleet to side with him in his sacred struggle to gain his rightfully secured place on the throne.

¶ The Emperor Dulinor retired to his chamber without answering questions. A subsequent statement detailing the new Emperor's trip to Capital and the assassination of Strephon on the Iridium Throne itself. The statement concluded with an account of Dulinor's ascension of the Throne to the well- wishing cheers of millions of Capital's citizenry, followed by a selection of patriotic video cassettes.

¶ Celebrations have been organized on Dlan and throughout the sector as the populace is encouraged to honor the beginning of new age for the Imperium and Ilelish sector. Ω

Date: 248-1116 ⑆ Dlan (Ilelish 1021)[edit]

¶ Sector Admiral Hutara and his fleet officers made an official announcement that the Ilelish Fleet has declared for Dulinor. In a brief but ancient ceremony, Hutara offered his dagger to Dulinor, who solemnly accepted, and then briefly embraced his brother. Ω

Date: 265-1116 ⑆ Amdani (Daibei 2034)[edit]

¶ Heightened high-level conferences and military activity in the area have done nothing to quell rumors that Core sector is in civil unrest. Statements from the nobility have been universally, "No comment."

¶ As of this date, all naval personnel have been put on special alert, all shore leaves have been canceled, and a complete media blackout of naval exercises has been imposed. The Admiralty has no comment. Ω

Date: 309-1116 ⑆ Amdani (Daibei 2034)[edit]

¶ Official announcement of Emperor Strephon's assassination has reached the sector. The nobility has also released a statement encouraging the populace to have faith in the systematic and peaceful shift of power to Strephon's heir, Duke Varian.

¶ Subsequent messages from Core sector have indicated that Varian was killed in combat in and around the palace area. Prince Lucan is apparently the new Emperor of the Imperium. Ω

Date: 309-1116 ⑆ Capital (Core 2118)[edit]

¶ Lucan announced that unrest in Core sector has been dealt with successfully. All citizens are encouraged to have faith in the new Emperor, despite unsubstantiated rival claims to the throne.

¶ Emperor Lucan also announced that the Core Fleet is on the move towards Dlan to hunt down the criminal Dulinor. His actions warrant death, and he will certainly be brought to justice. Ω

Date: 313-1116 ⑆ Terra (Solomani Rim 1827)[edit]

¶ In an unexpected move, much of the Imperial Rim Fleet has been concentrated and many reservists have been placed on alert. No substantial explanation has been forthcoming.

¶ General Yoshtiru of the Terran Home Guard has called for a high level command conference of the commanders of all troops stationed on Terra. Ω

Date: 322-1116 ⑆ Terra (Solomani Rim 1827)[edit]

¶ Military installations in Asia, Africa, and North America have been closed to civilians. All active duty personnel worldwide have been recalled from leave or furlough.

¶ An unofficial source stated that large shipments of materials have been arriving at these closed installations. The exact nature of the shipments is unknown, and no official Home Guard spokesman will comment on the issue. Ω

Date: 330-1116 ⑆ Regina (Spinward Marches 1910)[edit]

¶ The ducal household announced that Duke Norris of Regina will travel to Rhylanor (Spinward Marches 2716) to meet with representatives from several key worlds in the Spinward Marches and Deneb sectors. The conference is scheduled to cover "economic matters", a general term used when the agenda has not been made public. The exact nature of the meeting has not been disclosed.

¶ In related matters, a rumor that the Duke has recently received a private communication from Emperor Strephon has not been confirmed by official sources. Ω

Date: 340-1116 ⑆ Regina (Spinward Marches 1910)[edit]

¶ The ducal household announced that Duke Norris was elevated to the rank of Archduke of the Domain of Deneb by the hand of Emperor Strephon on 091-1116 in recognition of his activities in the late Fifth Frontier War.

¶ The Duke plans a trip to Capital to personally accept the Emperor's blessing. Ω

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