Raconteur Staff
HIGHPORT - The Al Raqis ground-to-orbit shuttle was grounded for 9 hours today after anonymous threats were left, claiming the shuttle carried a bomb.
Bomb teams shutdown the automated shuttle, moved it to a remote field, and examined it completely. No bomb was discovered. However, many automated control boards were replaced before the shuttle was put back in service.
Officials stress that it is safe, but the automated shuttle is now under increased surveillance and security checking in the wake of this incident.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Death at the Keep
Raconteur Staff
AL RAQIS KEEP - Mr. Kamm, CEO of Imperial Logistics Corporation, was murdered last night at the Magistrate's Keep during a cocktail party. Magistrate Al Jofar summoned investigator Nephyxtemet Ceriaptrix, who quickly determined the identity of the murderer.
Reiko Soyinka, Lady of House Morloch, stands accused of murder. She walked away from custody, assisted by her paxman and a squad of Morloch guards.
New information indicates that Mr. Kamm may have had some connection to an outsystem pirate and smuggling cartel.
AL RAQIS KEEP - Mr. Kamm, CEO of Imperial Logistics Corporation, was murdered last night at the Magistrate's Keep during a cocktail party. Magistrate Al Jofar summoned investigator Nephyxtemet Ceriaptrix, who quickly determined the identity of the murderer.
Reiko Soyinka, Lady of House Morloch, stands accused of murder. She walked away from custody, assisted by her paxman and a squad of Morloch guards.
New information indicates that Mr. Kamm may have had some connection to an outsystem pirate and smuggling cartel.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Security Arrests Suspects In Ship Theft Ring
Working with the IISS, House Security have arrested "several" men suspected in a series of starship hijackings over the past 18 months.
"They would 'hire' a ship to move false 'cargo' which would infiltrate ship systems and compromise them, leaving the vessel helpless to prevent boarding and 'salvage'"
The ship crews are still missing but stolen ship components and hulls have been traced to surrounding systems. Local officials continue recovery operations with officials from those systems.
"They would 'hire' a ship to move false 'cargo' which would infiltrate ship systems and compromise them, leaving the vessel helpless to prevent boarding and 'salvage'"
The ship crews are still missing but stolen ship components and hulls have been traced to surrounding systems. Local officials continue recovery operations with officials from those systems.
Excalibur/Sword Worlds [TNS] 178-1127
Genetic material from the excavations on the third moon of Excalibur is being sent to several universities throughout the Imperium, including the University of Sylea.
A representative of the Imperial Interstellar Scout Service made the announcement, saying that the samples would be carried by special Scout couriers because of the importance of the findings.
"It is to be hoped," said a representative of the IISS, "that the samples will confirm the discovery of a previously unknown sophont race."
A representative of the Imperial Interstellar Scout Service made the announcement, saying that the samples would be carried by special Scout couriers because of the importance of the findings.
"It is to be hoped," said a representative of the IISS, "that the samples will confirm the discovery of a previously unknown sophont race."
IISS Issues Storm Warning For Local Regions
The IISS adjunct to House Kira has issued a storm warning in effect for the next 200 hours. The IISS is tracking the formation of coriolis storms across the deep desert basins. Tracking models predict more than 50% chances these storms may cross the Al Raqis or Splintered Rock settlements. All residents are advised to check emergency supplies, preparations, shelter and evacuation plans. This storm warning may be upgraded any time due to concerns with increased solar activity levels driving these storms.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Al Raqis Wind Farm "On Indefinite Hold"
AL RAQIS CITY - Offworld entrepreneurs notifed the IISS base on Al Raqis that the large-scale wind farm planned after this year's earlier successful pilot is now on "indefinite hold."
Local IISS representatives cite the current unstable political climate for the lack of continued investment, while studying interim plans and alternatives to continue the project without offworld help.
Local IISS representatives cite the current unstable political climate for the lack of continued investment, while studying interim plans and alternatives to continue the project without offworld help.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
House Kira Shipment Delays
HIGHPORT - Upset local business people gathered at the House Kira manor, complaining about recent shipping delays.
"We have contracts that stipulate schedules, and these are not being met." said one angry owner.
Allie Reiland, representing House Kira, assured that ships were coming in, "But, the unstable political situation in Al Raqis' system makes many nervous. Ships are taking more precautions, causing these delays."
Many question these remarks but others speculate House Veles may be the source of the concerns.
"We have contracts that stipulate schedules, and these are not being met." said one angry owner.
Allie Reiland, representing House Kira, assured that ships were coming in, "But, the unstable political situation in Al Raqis' system makes many nervous. Ships are taking more precautions, causing these delays."
Many question these remarks but others speculate House Veles may be the source of the concerns.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Concordia Relic Salvaged
AL RAQIS CITY - An IISS team on a routine beacon servicing mission salvaged a derelict first-era Concordia frigate. The frigate, estimated to be on a 250-year cometary orbit, dates back to the original Concordia colonization phase here.
The IISS team laid a salvage claim marker on it and transmitted the orbital parameters to the Concordia Dept. of Antiquities. It is expected to take years to fully explore and document a find such as this, but Concordia historians are already excited by the initial survey results.
The IISS team laid a salvage claim marker on it and transmitted the orbital parameters to the Concordia Dept. of Antiquities. It is expected to take years to fully explore and document a find such as this, but Concordia historians are already excited by the initial survey results.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Reception for House Veles, Saturday 12:00 SLT
Al Raqis Raconteur
THE KEEP - The Magistrate commands your presence at a formal dinner to honor the granting of a Great House contract to House Veles. The dinner shall be held at the Magistrate's Keep on Saturday, July 10. 12:00pm SLT. Formal dress required. No weapons. Freed attendants only. Poison detectors provided.
THE KEEP - The Magistrate commands your presence at a formal dinner to honor the granting of a Great House contract to House Veles. The dinner shall be held at the Magistrate's Keep on Saturday, July 10. 12:00pm SLT. Formal dress required. No weapons. Freed attendants only. Poison detectors provided.
Kadiaru Faith Healers Gaining Acceptance
Al Raqis Raconteur
AL RAQIS CITY - Al Raqis-born have long known of the benefits of Kadiaru faith healers and their exotic treatments. New studies in the Concordia Journal of Regional Medicines have also taken note.
According to local tales, Kadiaru apprentices harvest only deep desert plants and animal extracts for the elders to prepare their closely-guarded recipes from, guided by rituals and chants handed down within families for generations.
Researchers are negotiating to document these treatments for widespread use off-world.
AL RAQIS CITY - Al Raqis-born have long known of the benefits of Kadiaru faith healers and their exotic treatments. New studies in the Concordia Journal of Regional Medicines have also taken note.
According to local tales, Kadiaru apprentices harvest only deep desert plants and animal extracts for the elders to prepare their closely-guarded recipes from, guided by rituals and chants handed down within families for generations.
Researchers are negotiating to document these treatments for widespread use off-world.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
79-year Old Local Foils Break-In With Knife
UNDERTOWN, Al Raqis - A man, described as an offworlder, found a rude surprise in store when he tried to break into desert-born Alrin Qa Juran's small dwelling in undertown, Al Raqis City.
Qa Juran may look small and frail, but still wields a wicked blade.
"As last light, I was just putting my feet in my boots for the day and there he was!" However, no desert-born is ever without a knife in easy reach, as the shocked outworlder learned firsthand, quickly taking 3 stab-wounds before fleeing. Offworld criminals, take note: Qa Juran offered to skip the trial and finish the job if he can find the attacker first. DNA samples recovered should lead to an arrest in short order.
Qa Juran may look small and frail, but still wields a wicked blade.
"As last light, I was just putting my feet in my boots for the day and there he was!" However, no desert-born is ever without a knife in easy reach, as the shocked outworlder learned firsthand, quickly taking 3 stab-wounds before fleeing. Offworld criminals, take note: Qa Juran offered to skip the trial and finish the job if he can find the attacker first. DNA samples recovered should lead to an arrest in short order.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Natives Prepare for Migration
DEEP DESERT - The Lady Soyinka of House Morloch, representing the Desen, held a meeting last night. All amateur holo makers were requested to attend.
"As usual, the yearly migration of the outworlder nutcases is due," she started. "I want a complete record of all the deaths, same as last year. We will, as we did last year, be able to prove to the outworlder authorities that we are not responsible for the disappearances."
When questioned after the meeting, Lady Soyinka's only comment was, "What a waste of water."
"As usual, the yearly migration of the outworlder nutcases is due," she started. "I want a complete record of all the deaths, same as last year. We will, as we did last year, be able to prove to the outworlder authorities that we are not responsible for the disappearances."
When questioned after the meeting, Lady Soyinka's only comment was, "What a waste of water."
Monday, July 5, 2010
Environmentalists Prepare for Migration
Al Raqis Raconteur
AL RAQIS - Eco-activists planet-wide started gathering this week for the twice-annual trip to observe young sand worm migration.
"No one knows why they choose the timing or the routes, but this is one of the best chances to study these magnificent creatures!" enthuses organizer "Freewater" Willy La Roque.
Feelings are mixed as locals greet the influx of tourist credit but eye the tourists themselves skeptically. "One nut bar says he can talk to worms? A lot of granola at these migrations..." opines a local.
AL RAQIS - Eco-activists planet-wide started gathering this week for the twice-annual trip to observe young sand worm migration.
"No one knows why they choose the timing or the routes, but this is one of the best chances to study these magnificent creatures!" enthuses organizer "Freewater" Willy La Roque.
Feelings are mixed as locals greet the influx of tourist credit but eye the tourists themselves skeptically. "One nut bar says he can talk to worms? A lot of granola at these migrations..." opines a local.
Gala for House Veles Scheduled
Al Raqis Raconteur
The Magistrate commands your presence at a formal dinner to honor the granting of a Great House contract to House Veles. The dinner shall be held at the Magistrate's Keep on Saturday, July 10. 12:00pm SLT. Formal dress required. No weapons. Freed attendants only. Poison detectors provided.
The Magistrate commands your presence at a formal dinner to honor the granting of a Great House contract to House Veles. The dinner shall be held at the Magistrate's Keep on Saturday, July 10. 12:00pm SLT. Formal dress required. No weapons. Freed attendants only. Poison detectors provided.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Scout Sunday tomorrow, 9AM SLT -- Scavanger Hunt!
By Baroun Tardis
The IISS has recieved reports that a smuggler has stashed some treasure out in the desert... and we have a list of clues to where it is.
Tomorrow's Scout event is a scavanger hunt in Al Raqis to find the hidden treasure. Everyone participating gets a prize of some sort in this one
Contact Baroun Tardis for more details
The IISS has recieved reports that a smuggler has stashed some treasure out in the desert... and we have a list of clues to where it is.
Tomorrow's Scout event is a scavanger hunt in Al Raqis to find the hidden treasure. Everyone participating gets a prize of some sort in this one
Contact Baroun Tardis for more details
Friday, July 2, 2010
OOC: The DarkBane Crime Syndicate
By Tygerius Galaxy
The DarkBane Crime Syndicate has just opened. If you're looking to join a band of Criminals, and make your way in the Galaxy IM me. We're currently looking for soldiers, pilots, assassins, bounty hunters and entertainers. If you know you're right for the part, let me know. We've got a base, and are fully functional, we just need you! IM Tygerius Galaxy for joining information.
The DarkBane Crime Syndicate has just opened. If you're looking to join a band of Criminals, and make your way in the Galaxy IM me. We're currently looking for soldiers, pilots, assassins, bounty hunters and entertainers. If you know you're right for the part, let me know. We've got a base, and are fully functional, we just need you! IM Tygerius Galaxy for joining information.
OOC: Al Raqis Automatic Beacon, Fewer Bugs
By Allen Kerensky
I have improved the scripts in the beacon, for both Al Raqis and Zapedzki Shipyards automatic ship identification systems.
Reminder: Vessels over altitude 300 in Al Raqis region should use the automatic IFF beacon included in the notecard below, or run the risk of being misidentified as debris and fired upon by orbital or station anti-collision defenses.
I have improved the scripts in the beacon, for both Al Raqis and Zapedzki Shipyards automatic ship identification systems.
Reminder: Vessels over altitude 300 in Al Raqis region should use the automatic IFF beacon included in the notecard below, or run the risk of being misidentified as debris and fired upon by orbital or station anti-collision defenses.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
House Kira Accepting Cargo Import/Export
AL RAQIS CITY - The recently-chartered House Kira has opened offices within Al Raqis City, outfitted an Offworld Import/Export Warehouse, and undertaken extensive modifications of the Al Raqis Highport.
Starship traders who wish to can dock at the Highport and sell cargoes to House Kira there for import groundside.
Locally-produced cargo can be sold to House Kira at their warehouse for offworld export.
House Kira has brought in an early CargoCom system to help manage cargo shipping for all.
Please see attached note.
WHAT IS CARGOCOM?
CargoCom is a simple way to visually represent the transfer of cargo units to House Kira for disposition from starships or groundside production.
WHERE DO I GET CARGO TO TRADE?
HTCS Resource Harvesting is one answer - groundside prospectors can survey the land for any number of valuable resources, harvest units of them, and pack those units into a cargo pallet for shipping.
Highport prospectors can harvest asteroid resources from the Inner Asteroid Belt between 1500 and 2000 Z altitude with a ship, HTCS vacuum suit, and HTCS mining laser (both available on the Highport, Deck 2).
Or, make it up - how DID you produce tons of consumer electronics? minerals? etc?
WHERE DO I FIND CARGOCOM TERMINALS?
CargoCom terminals are conveniently located at:
House Kira Offworld Import/Export warehouse in the Kira Court, Al Raqis, 31, 51, 64, just behind the Oasis Winds Tavern.
Al Raqis Highport, Deck 2, Cargo Bays 1 through 4
HOW DO I USE THE TERMINAL?
Whether you land on the Highport or drive a loader up to the warehouse groundside, simply click the CargoCom terminal to start.
A drop-down menu will appear asking which Cargo Pallet to use ... 1-12.
A second drop-down menu will appear asking what Cargo to load into the Pallet.
The Cargo Pallet will then expand to indicate it is full and show the Cargo and Source.
That's it!
Your cargo has been transferred to the warehouse or highport bay, pending final arrangements with a House Kira agent for purchase and disposition.
HOW DO I GET PAID FOR MY CARGO?
If you have already consigned your cargo to House Kira, you still need to contact an agent of House Kira, easily identified by their SL group tag of ... "House Kira", or Allen Kerensky or Baroun Tardis and roleplay the rest of the cargo transaction.
If you use HTCS, then a convenient roleplay currency system is already in place for House Kira to pay you for your cargo.
Without HTCS, any manner of value-for-value barter or trade agreement can still be reached.
Simply write up your offer as a contract notecard and present your offer to an available House Kira agent on the Highport or at the groundside offices next to our warehouse.
WHEN CAN I USE THE CARGOCOM?
The groundside CargoCom terminal deactivates at night when the warehouse gates close to prevent theft.
Highport CargoCom terminals are active day and night.
WHO MADE THIS?
CargoCom designed and built by Allen Kerensky and Baroun Tardis for the HTCS Type-S Sierra II roleplay starship project.
WHY MAKE A CARGOCOM INSTEAD OF JUST ROLEPLAY?
Every trader needs cargo to trade. Most simply rez cannisters around here and there, which is actually limited to all parties being present.
CargoCom is a step past that, allowing cargo transfers when only one party is available, without complicated modifications to ships or vehicles.
Also, the Cargo transfer from groundside to warehouse to Highport to Trader and back can now be "simulated" using a single system at no prim cost to the players.
Land your ship on the Highport, rez some cargo in the cargo bay with the cargocom, and start roleplaying!
Starship traders who wish to can dock at the Highport and sell cargoes to House Kira there for import groundside.
Locally-produced cargo can be sold to House Kira at their warehouse for offworld export.
House Kira has brought in an early CargoCom system to help manage cargo shipping for all.
Please see attached note.
WHAT IS CARGOCOM?
CargoCom is a simple way to visually represent the transfer of cargo units to House Kira for disposition from starships or groundside production.
WHERE DO I GET CARGO TO TRADE?
HTCS Resource Harvesting is one answer - groundside prospectors can survey the land for any number of valuable resources, harvest units of them, and pack those units into a cargo pallet for shipping.
Highport prospectors can harvest asteroid resources from the Inner Asteroid Belt between 1500 and 2000 Z altitude with a ship, HTCS vacuum suit, and HTCS mining laser (both available on the Highport, Deck 2).
Or, make it up - how DID you produce tons of consumer electronics? minerals? etc?
WHERE DO I FIND CARGOCOM TERMINALS?
CargoCom terminals are conveniently located at:
House Kira Offworld Import/Export warehouse in the Kira Court, Al Raqis, 31, 51, 64, just behind the Oasis Winds Tavern.
Al Raqis Highport, Deck 2, Cargo Bays 1 through 4
HOW DO I USE THE TERMINAL?
Whether you land on the Highport or drive a loader up to the warehouse groundside, simply click the CargoCom terminal to start.
A drop-down menu will appear asking which Cargo Pallet to use ... 1-12.
A second drop-down menu will appear asking what Cargo to load into the Pallet.
The Cargo Pallet will then expand to indicate it is full and show the Cargo and Source.
That's it!
Your cargo has been transferred to the warehouse or highport bay, pending final arrangements with a House Kira agent for purchase and disposition.
HOW DO I GET PAID FOR MY CARGO?
If you have already consigned your cargo to House Kira, you still need to contact an agent of House Kira, easily identified by their SL group tag of ... "House Kira", or Allen Kerensky or Baroun Tardis and roleplay the rest of the cargo transaction.
If you use HTCS, then a convenient roleplay currency system is already in place for House Kira to pay you for your cargo.
Without HTCS, any manner of value-for-value barter or trade agreement can still be reached.
Simply write up your offer as a contract notecard and present your offer to an available House Kira agent on the Highport or at the groundside offices next to our warehouse.
WHEN CAN I USE THE CARGOCOM?
The groundside CargoCom terminal deactivates at night when the warehouse gates close to prevent theft.
Highport CargoCom terminals are active day and night.
WHO MADE THIS?
CargoCom designed and built by Allen Kerensky and Baroun Tardis for the HTCS Type-S Sierra II roleplay starship project.
WHY MAKE A CARGOCOM INSTEAD OF JUST ROLEPLAY?
Every trader needs cargo to trade. Most simply rez cannisters around here and there, which is actually limited to all parties being present.
CargoCom is a step past that, allowing cargo transfers when only one party is available, without complicated modifications to ships or vehicles.
Also, the Cargo transfer from groundside to warehouse to Highport to Trader and back can now be "simulated" using a single system at no prim cost to the players.
Land your ship on the Highport, rez some cargo in the cargo bay with the cargocom, and start roleplaying!
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