The Hapes Consortium

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Events in Brief:

Letter from our Host - FYI only

Greetings hapes,

Over the next few weeks we will be performing server migrations within the datacenter where your server is held, and as it will be affected by this maintenance, we would like to notify you of the upcoming maintenance. During this maintenance the server will be powered off, physically moved to another part of the datacenter, and brought back online. There is nothing that needs to be done on your side for this maintenance. IPs will not change, name servers will be the same, etc.

Typically we schedule a 5 hour window to perform the maintenance (e.g., 12:00am to 5:00am); however, we do not anticipate more than 30 minutes of downtime for each affected server. Our technicians have performed this maintenance several times in our other data centers and have established a process to minimize the outage period during the moves.

Maintenance Window: Tuesday 5/15/2012 between 12:01am and 5:00am

Impacted equipment:
gator1246.hostgator.com

We appreciate your patience as we make these pro-active changes. Please let me know if there is any questions you have regarding this maintenance =)

Cheers,

Jacob P.
Systems Monitoring Supervisor
HostGator.com LLC

Broadcasted on the 08.May.2012 - 23:13 by Jessica James

Server Donations

Hi everyone!

It`s that time of year again when the server bill comes in, if anyone is interested in donating now would be a great time! You can use the donate button to your left to send money via paypal, if you want direct deposit information contact me on jessica@hapes.org

Thanks in advance,

Jessica

Broadcasted on the 13.Apr.2012 - 22:02 by Jessica James

HNN - Tal Locke appointed Tarix of Baldavia

The Hapan News Network introduction begins with scenes from across the Hapes Cluster flashing across the screen, accompanied with the uplifting theme melody. As the sequence comes to a conclusion, Anacia Chalcedon appears on screen in studio before the backdrop of the Castle of Per`Aghtra.

"Good day, Hapes.

Two week have passed since Vang Tarix Tyrridon passed away, leaving the Consortium mourning the elderly statesman. Two days ago, the Fountain Palace announced that the Minister of Industry, Tal Locke, is due to receive the title of Grand Duke - or Tarix - today.

The Rai`ix Chume`s vicereine, Vilicus Bajetix, informs us that Fel`da Locke`s appointment is not intended as a replacement for Tyrridon, and that it was always intended to occur following the conclusion of the Oxbo Project on Ut. Considering the timing of Tyrridon`s passing the Royal Court allowed for an appropriate period of mourning to pass before announcing the new appointment to the Council of Lords."

An image of Tal Locke sporting the Royal Court uniform of a Tarix appears in the embedded image on the right side of the screen, causing Chalcedon to break out in a wide smile.

"Tal Locke becomes the 20th Tarix appointed, not counting various reinstatements, since the end of the Hapan Civil War 39 years ago. He is the sixth non-human awarded the title in Hapan history. It is also the first proper such appointment since the ascension of the new Rai`ix Chume two years ago, as Starfyre was reinstated last fall after having previously renounced his title during the reign of King James in 4031.

Bajetix further told HNN that Locke has chosen the Baldavia system in the Interior region of the Hapes Cluster as the dominion of his Tarii.

We now take you live to the Fountain Palace to follow the induction ceremony."

The image cuts to the Hall of Heroes in the Royal Hapan Palace. The vast oval chamber is decorated with banners hanging from the top of the lengthy marble columns that circle the room, and a colossal wind crystal chandelier bathes the spectators in a warm glow. On the opposite end of the room is a massive stained glass window crafted after the emblem of House Arxianic, the second Royal dynasty of the Hapes Consortium. The vast crowd consists of officials and nobles from Lorell Hall, members of the High Command, and representatives from the myriad of worlds, governments, and cultures of the Hapes Cluster.

The Chume`doro Favoured standing by the chamber`s podium sound the dugglehorns, announcing the arrival of the Rai`ix Chume and the crowd immediately falls silent as the monarch appears through a large gate leading further in to the palace complex. He looks over the crowd and smiles before starting his address, his words echoing throughout the chamber.

"Your Highnesses. Your Excellencies. Your Honours. Duly appointed representatives. Peoples of the Consortium.

Today, we all pay tribute to an exceptional individual who has risen through the ranks of the Consortium. During his time in service of the Crown, Fel`da Tal Locke has displayed commendable and exceptional qualities consistent with what we have come to expect of Our senior officials. His inherent fortitude, temperance, and resolve, along with his tremendous achievements in the field of industry - the Oxbo Project being the most paramount of which - have led him to this apex in his career.

It is Our pleasure to award Tal Locke the Gold Medal of Construction, as well as bestow upon him the title of Grand Duke - or Tarix - and inducting him in to the Council of Lords."

The crowd applauds as Tal Locke enters on the far side of the chamber, wearing his black Royal Court uniform adorned with golden Tzimernut leaf embroideries across the chest and cuffs. The Barabel moves down the blue carpet covering the centre of the chamber before ascending the stairs towards the podium and finally kneeling before the monarch.

A retainer moves to the King`s side, presenting to him the Sceptre of Tini`duran resting on a large ceremonial pillow. The Rai`ix Chume takes the golden piece of regalia and lowers it slowly down over each of Locke`s shoulders in turn while speaking the traditional induction phrase.

"L Rai`ix Chume n e Hapes Enexilanthius, melar te shakal n e laiadix od ceres n llerio Tarix. Torsul, Tal Tarix Locke."

Locke rises once again and bows his head to the King before turning to the crowd, which applauds and cheers enthusiastically. The Barabel flashes his toothy grin and turns back to the King, shaking his hand. The two depart the Hall of Heroes trailed by members of the Chume`doro as the dugglehorns sound once again.

The scene fades to black before the channel turns to a commercial break.

Holonet topic located here

Broadcasted on the 11.Apr.2012 - 02:03 by Alex Tylger

HNN - For Whom The Bells Toll

The standard introductory montage of the Hapan News Network flashes across the screen accompanied by the uplifting theme melody. As the sequence comes to an end, Anacia Chalcedon appears on screen before the backdrop of the Castle of Per`Agthra. She gives a nod and a thin smile before addressing the viewers.

"Good evening, Hapes. This is the Hapan Evening, once again giving you an overview of the historical events of the last few days.

Three days ago, the Fountain Palace issued a statement informing the public that Vang Tarix Tyrridon died in his sleep at the age of 63. News of Tyrridon`s passing shocked the population of the Hapan throne world and ensured the postponement of most of the Royal Palace and Lorell Hall`s official agenda in the ensuing days.

The news comes only months after the Tarix announced his retirement to the public. In the time since then, Tyrridon frequently travelled back and forth between Hapes Prime and his holdings in the Dreena system, concluding his duties as Chancellor of the High Court and also fulfilling his duties as an advisor on the Royal Council. His last act in official capacity was attending the award ceremony celebrating the completion of the Oxbo Project in Ut. Tyrridon passed away the same evening as he returned to Cirvorn after the ceremony.

As soon as the news reached the Royal Court, the Pulsar Battle Cruiser HRS Pride, flagship of the Royal Hapan Armed Forces, was dispatched by the Throne to the Dreena system with a company of the Chume`doro, who escorted the Tarix`s body to Hapes Prime.

Escorted by several H-1 Light Battle Tanks and twenty-four members of the Royal Guard, Tyrridon`s casket rested on a hover-sled pulled by six white Valinq as it traversed the capital city of Chume`Dan. Millions of mourners poured in to the streets to pay their respects as the procession moved from the southern starport, down Ta`a Chume Avenue, across Gallinore Square, circled Lorell Hall, and then moved in to the gardens of the Fountain Palace.

In the gardens surrounding the palace complex, the casket was moved in to the rotunda of the Hall of Nele`serin annex as the Fountain Palace defensive batteries fired a 19-gun salute in to the skies above the capital. This was followed by squadrons of Miy`Til Interceptors flying in ceremonial formation, dropping rose petals that came to cover the city avenues.

In the days that have followed, the body has been lying in state within the Hall of Nele`serin annex, to allow citizens from all across the Hapes Consortium to honour the deceased. Dressed in full regalia of the Royal Court uniform adorned with his prestigious awards - such as the Medal of Honour - the Tarix hands rested on his chest, holding his lightsaber.

Members of the Royal Council, Council of Lords, and the Military High Command were all in attendance for the memorial service. Retired Hapan officials and officers such as Alex Smith, Mors Baynos, Marcus Bayne, Alley Trepe, Carrie Jade, Sirius Threestars and Zell Jaak also made a rare public appearance to pay their respects, the gravity of the loss reflected on their sombre faces.

The Rai`ix Chume delivered an eulogy broadcast from the Royal Hapan Palace where he opted to forego the traditional use of majestic plural. Here is his speech in full."

The image cuts to that of King Alexander standing before a stained glass window overlooking the vast gardens surrounding the Fountain Palace complex in Chume`Dan.

"Citizens of the Hapes Consortium,

This week our nation suffered a tremendous loss with the passing of Vang Jacarus Tyrridon, the Tarix of Dreena.

Vang was born in to a militaristic family of privilege in 3976, during a period of great unrest and strife in the Consortium`s history, that of the Hapan Civil War. He and his family relocated outside the Cluster`s border at the end of the conflict in order to help heal the wounds it had left in Hapan society. They sought to help rebuild Hapes by ensuring the Consortium could import the means to modernize after half a century of war.

Over the decades, Vang became involved in the Rebel Alliance where he rose to the position of Chief of Operations and second-in-command. Unsatisfied with the leadership of the rebellion and disillusioned with the cause, Vang returned to the Hapes Consortium in 4027 at the invitation of fellow Hapan, Alex Smith.

In the twelve years that have passed since his return from self-imposed exile, Vang has cemented himself in to the very foundation of our government and military. Through his ascension in the Consortium`s ranks he carved a legacy for himself, and became the living symbol of the old school of Hapan nobility, military officers, and government officials.

Vang was a man of many characteristics; feared, renowned, and respected; stern, dour-faced, and outspoken. While somewhat lacking in the princely grace that characterized nobility of old, Vang was a man whose very persona commanded attention and respect. His record of titles, ranks and positions is much too vast for me to go in to detail, but surely they were nearly unparalleled in recent history. Together with Andrew Starfyre, he revived Lorell Hall`s use in the Hapan government structure after the Hapan Civil War, and paved the way for the creation of the Royal Council. He was Fel`da on five occasions; twice in Defence, twice in Intelligence, and External Affairs once; not to mention his numerous stints as Fel`ta. He was Vice Admiral and Commander of the Royal Hapan Navy, and later Lieutenant General and Commander of the Royal Hapan Army. He founded the Ministry of Intelligence predecessor - Central Hapan Intelligence, was awarded the title Tarix twice, became a powerful student in the ways of the Force, and was a Medal of Honour recipient. He was a fellow Hapan to all, an advisor to kings, an adversary to some, a mentor to many, but most important of all: a friend.

Vang embodied service to the Consortium through his long and rich life, and for that we owe him a great debt of gratitude. No king could ever have need of a more devoted subject. He was one who was always ready to shoulder the burdens of responsibility through great personal sacrifice, and was never afraid to voice his concerns while offering well contemplated advice and input. For this, I posthumously award him the Medal of Excellence.

My own history with Vang stretches back to the aftermath of the Black Sun Crisis where he reprimanded me in his capacity as Fel`da of Defence. A clash of personalities and, undoubtedly, egos ensued. Our personal rivalry within the Consortium`s halls of power became almost a cornerstone of Hapan political life. But eventually we found mutual grounds in the main thing we had in common: love for the Consortium. And over the years, the rivalry and mutual distrust withered and died, giving birth to genuine mutual respect. Not as previously fellow military officers, Fel`da, Tarix, or lately monarch and subject, but as friends. And that is how I shall remember him.

In accordance with Vang`s last will and testament, and the traditions of House Tyrridon, his body will be returned to his estate on Cirvorn in the Dreena system. There, surrounded by sixteen guards from his household led by his closest friend, Mike Garibaldi, a funeral pyre will pave the way for him in to the netherworld.

Tonight as the memorial service is held in the Fountain Palace, the bells in the temples across the Hapes Consortium shall toll 63 times, once for each year in Vang`s life. Candles will be lit to remind us that life is precious, as each flame is unique. When the flame goes out, it is gone forever, and there will never be another quite like it. We will raise our glasses in toast; to absent friends, in memory still bright.

Sleep in the light, my friend."

The screen fades to a video montage with the highlights of the last few days.

Holonet topic located here

Broadcasted on the 30.Mar.2012 - 20:38 by Alex Tylger

HNN - Oxbo Completes

The melody of the Hapan News Network begins as familiar images from the Consortium`s worlds flash across the screen. As the introduction comes to an end, Anacia Chalcedon appears on screen. She smiles widely before addressing the viewers

"Good day, Hapes.

The Ministry of Industry announced today the completion of the Oxbo Project in Ut. The new ecumenopolis will serve as a commercial and residential hub in close proximity to the Hapes sytem in the Interior region. The project is the first such undertaking by the Consortium since Jovaria was similarly transformed between 4034 and 4035.

We will now bring you live footage from the reception hall of the Ministry of Industry complex in Chume`Dan where Fel`da Locke is due to pay tribute to those involved."

The image cuts to a large, brightly lit chamber. Fel`da Tal Locke appears, standing behind a podium with the Ministry of Industry crest proudly displayed. Officials and representatives from both the government and Royal Hapan Armed Forces are present in the grand chamber, waiting in silence for the Barabel to begin. Locke takes a deep breath and smiles into the camera before he begins his address.

“People of Hapes, I thank you for giving me a moment of your time. I am here today as the bearer of good news. As some of you might know, the Ministry of Industry has been working tirelessly for over a year on the planet Daein in the Ut System. Codenamed Oxbo, the Ministry of Industry has been building an ecumenopolis. This project is finally complete.”

Locke pauses for a moment to allow the applause to die down.

“This is truly a great achievement for the Hapes Consortium. We have already began to see the success of the project and the benefits it shall bring us for more success in the coming years. It is a great achievement, and I want to take a moment to thank everyone involved. Many people gave up a lot of time and put in a great deal of effort, and to those people, on behalf of the Ministry of Industry and Royal Council, I say thank you.”

Locke reaches into his pocket for a list as a long line of beautiful Hapan women join the Fel`da on stage holding boxes of various sizes.

“I would now like to as the following people to come join me and accept a Letter of Industrial Achievement. Elidor BlueFlame, Lament Solar, Veran Tyde, Har Tay, Cristofer Blakmoon, Barek Eronoss, Tiberius Hayward, Tovakinpi Toshikhan, Rillik Rah, Jet Darkray, Ankthar LeMarre, Michael Oleary, Dirk Endow, Draygo Antares, Rhydra Tunant, Aliknak Nebreb, Welit Rey, Ian Stewart, Ryou Vacosa, and Lo Guaicaipuro. Please join me in thanking these people for their service of delivering the many, many loads of raw materials and workers that was required for such a large project.”

As the award recipients file of stage and the crowd applauses, Locke pulls out another list and clears his throat before continuing.

“The next group of people has been awarded the Bronze Medal of Construction. Will the following people please step forward and accept their award. Maurice Astred, Welit Rey, Lamento Solar, Cristofer Blakmoon, and Rillik Rah.”

As this group files off stage, Locke continues reading.

“These people have been awarded the Silver Medal of Construction for their hard work when leading multiple building crews. Romar Feren and Dionysos Organ, please come accept this award.”

Locke watches as the two men leave the stage before turning back to the camera with a huge toothy grin.

“The next two awards fill me with great joy. Both of these people did a tremendous job with project Oxbo. They dedicated many hours above and beyond what was asked of them. They did not complain when I kept them working late into the night or on weekends. In short, this would not have been a success without them. As such, both have been awarded the Gold Medal of Construction.

Tarix Toshikhan, my friend, please join me on stage. Not many people are aware of just how much work you put in on this project, helping complete a quarter of the planet, and for this you have been awarded the Government Service Cross.

Locke calls one of the Hapan women forward and pulls a medal from the box. He slowly places the medal around the Tarix`s neck before shaking his hand and smiling.

“Next I would like to call Har Tay forward. At the beginning of Project Oxbo, Har was a young recruit to the Ministry of Industry, but throughout the project he was constantly stepping up and proving himself to be the backbone of the project. Har showed himself to be a leader during the project and has thus been awarded the Silver Medal of Command.

However, there is more. Due to his leadership, Har Tay has been promoted to Fel`ta of Industry. He has proven to be a great member of this team and I look forward to working with him more closely in the future.

Please help me in congratulating everyone award here today!”

Locke gives the camera one last smile before leaving the stage. The camera pans the crowd of people awarded before stopping on the new Fel`ta of Industry. The image begins to fade as the HNN song slowly grows louder until all that can be seen in the HNN logo.

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Broadcasted on the 27.Mar.2012 - 13:45 by Alex Tylger

Hapan Star Publishes New Paper!

Directly from Hapes Prime, printed on 100% recycable electrons, comes the latest issue of the Hapan Star!

(Click on the cover to read this issue)

Broadcasted on the 15.03.2012 - 01:19 by Hapan Star

Christmas Prizes

If you won something in the Christmas raffles, head over to the Hapan News forum and check out Fel`da Lant`s instructions on how to claim your prizes.

Holonet topic located here

Broadcasted on the 01.Feb.2012 - 01:44 by Alex Tylger

Deathmatches

Yes I was testing the deathmatches and had to run the script twice, so if you got a comunit you are in the games and you are not; that is because I ran the script twice. Now, game on!

Broadcasted on the 03.Jan.2012 - 01:43 by Jessica James

Incorrect exemption to raffle game

It has come to my attention that some people have the chest patch of the Royal Council in their profile that should not, and some do not when they should. Please let me or Ryou know who you are so we can fix it. If you have that chest patch, you cannot participate in the raffle (sry Tova) and if you do not have it when you should, and you are winning, keep in mind the crown will not pay those rewards out as the rules are no RC members.

Thanks!

Broadcasted on the 25.Dec.2011 - 04:55 by Jessica James

HNN - Evening News

The standard introduction montage of the Hapan News Network rolls across the screen, before being replaced by the backdrop of the Castle of Per`agthra on Hapes Prime. Anacia Chalcedon looks up from her notes and gives her trademark smile and a slight nod before she addresses the viewers.

"Good evening, Hapes. Here is the Hapan News Network with the latest news from around the Consortium.

Grief struck personnel from the 1st Fleet today as news reached them of Lieutenant Nosirrah Tox`s death. The Lieutenant, a native of Barab I who immigrated to the Consortium several years ago to pursue a military career, expired as his personal vessel purposely entered close proximity of Lorell`s sun. In his last will and testament, the Lieutenant stated `life as a space dweller no longer honours my Barabel instinct and abilities.` He went on to dictate the distribution of his personal assets to friends and colleagues.

His death was commemorated by Hapans from all walks of life across the Hapes Cluster. In Lorell, many ships passing the sun jettisoned bouquets of flowers, while candles and cards were placed outside the Hapan Hawks stadium on Hapes Prime where Tox had taken part in many matches of the Shockball League.

The Fountain Palace and Lorell Hall issued a joint statement regarding Tox`s passing, saying `It is with great sadness we receive these news, and hope that he may find peace in the afterlife. Honour, pride, and glory to him.`"

"In other news, the fifth anniversary of the founding of the Imperial Union is almost upon us. Like last year, one of the Union member states is expected to host a summit commemorating the event. This year`s event will also celebrate the acceptance of the Aurodium Legion in to the Union as its sixth member state, and also the ascension of Emperor Ndengin in the Galactic Empire.

While not willing to divulge the location of the summit so far, the Fountain Palace has confirmed that the Hapes Consortium will not be the host, and that the Rai`ix Chume is planning to depart the Hapes Cluster relatively soon along with an escort fleet. We will keep you updated as more information becomes available."

"Officials in Lorell Hall have announced that following the impending completion of the Daein Project in Ut, the Ministry of Industry intends to devote significant resources to upgrading the Consortium`s industrial infrastructure.

Plans are being drawn up for new shipyard hubs, major storage nexuses, as well as extensive expansion of existing factory complexes. Several lightly populated worlds of little strategic and cultural importance are also being earmarked for new mining operations aimed at adding to the Consortium`s already considerable stockpiles. The project, nicknamed `Industry 4039,` will likely be the largest such undertaking in several years and will include many of the central systems of the Hapes Cluster."

"Emergency personnel were dispatched to the secluded Maad system last week as several workers were killed and wounded in an explosion on the ancient Uroro Transfer Depot. The system, located in close proximity to Terephon near both the Hapan Spine and Great Rim Route hyperlanes in the Rim Worlds Region, has been remained virtually uninhabited save for small outposts of scientists and mining personnel.

The station, pinned between the twin gas giants Uluq and Qogo, has been used to store large quantities of tibanna gas, as well as other materials from Shedu Maad. The station was hit by an archaic space mine from the Hapan Civil War that had been deployed in `the Throat` - the system`s lone access corridor through a monolithic debris field of ice that surrounds the system. The stealth mine, originally produced by the Royal Armaments Guild of Charubah some seventy years ago, was one of thousands placed in `the Throat` sometime during the 3990s by the Draconian Union`s forces in order to impede an invasion of the system. The extreme gravity wells of the gas giants led to the old mine drifting towards the center of the system, randomly striking the station.

Ironically, the accident occurred shortly after the fortieth anniversary of the second battle of Gallinore which effectively ended the Hapan Civil War. Sweeps were conducted during the Phoenix Age to rid the region of leftovers of warfare, but the density of the Transitory Mists in the region known as Rivved Space made the task difficult at best. A spokesperson from the Royal Hapan Armed Forces has pledged renewed efforts to sweep Maad for more residual mines and other unnatural debris.

More when we come back..."

Holonet topic located here

Broadcasted on the 10.Nov.2011 - 06:38 by Alex Tylger

HNN - The King appoints new Grand Duke

The melody of the Hapan News Network begins as familiar images from the Consortium`s worlds flash across the screen. As the introduction comes to an end, the King appears, standing behind a podium in the Council of Lords within Lorell Hall. Officials and representatives from all tiers of the government, as well as local representatives from the Consortium member worlds are present in the grand chamber, waiting in silence for the monarch`s speech. Tylger looks over the assembled audience and nods before he begins his address.

"Your Highnesses. Your Excellencies. Your Honours. Duly appointed representatives. Peoples of Hapes.

As most of you are now aware, the Royal Council recently passed the newly reformed Peerage Act, which led to the reinstatement of three historical tiers of nobility. This was the result of a lengthy debate in both the Royal Council and Council of Lords, with some four hundred lengthy commentaries and speeches on the matter. We commend the members of both chambers for their diligence in keeping the discussions on track and productive.

We are most pleased to see the Hapes Consortium returning to this ancient tradition that began with Queen Mother Tini`duran III over three millennia ago, as has been Our wish since becoming Rai`ix Chume.

Thirty-eight years ago, King Andrew came to power following the Civil War, and began a gradual process of diminishing the dangerous and destructive influence of the nobles who had greatly contributed to the outbreak of that conflict, thereby centralising our government. It left only a handful of individuals from the Tarii wielding any sort of power in the greater scheme of things, while others retained merely ceremonial titles along with their estates. The essence of this balance of power remains, with peers holding dominion over planets and systems. We see peerage now as a way of honouring great achievements within our society, and entrusting them with governance over holdings of various size.

Perhaps it is fate that the prime architect behind this reformation and revitalisation of the Hapan nobility is the late King`s son, Andrew Starfyre the Younger. Our Fel`da Regalix is no stranger in noble circles, having previously been appointed Tarix of Charubah many years ago during the reign of King James. But, following a lengthy political debacle some seven years ago, he renounced his title and later retired from his work in the government.

Since returning to active service, Starfyre has been a prism within the halls of power on Hapes Prime and beyond. With princely grace and a noble work ethic, he has been working dutifully with his superiors, focusing and improving up the good qualities and efforts of his subordinates, and motivating his colleagues. And today We pay tribute to his efforts with the first appointment of peerage of Our reign.

It is Our pleasure to bestow upon Andrew Starfyre the title Tarix, or Grand Duke, returning him to his rightful place in the Council of Lords."

Tylger moves out from behind the podium as Starfyre leaves his seat in the chamber and approaches the front of the room. As he kneels before the monarch, a royal retainer brings forth the golden Sceptre of Tini`duran. The King takes the piece of regalia and lowers it carefully down over each of Starfyre`s shoulders in turn while speaking clearly for the audience to hear.

"L Rai`ix Chume n e Hapes Enexilanthius, melar te shakal n e laiadix od ceres n llerio Tarix. Torsul, Andrew Tarix Starfyre."

Starfyre rises once again and bows his head to the King, before turning around to face the crowd, which promptly breaks in to applause. Starfyre nods and smiles before shaking the King`s hand and departing the chamber alongside him, trailed by members of the Chume`doro.

The image cuts to the Hapan News Network studio and Anacia Chalcedon who smiles at the camera.

"Vilicus Bajetix informs HNN that it is as of yet unclear what system the newly reinstated Tarix will choose as the dominion of his House. During his last time among the peers of the Consortium, he held dominion over Charubah, which is also his home planet. However, since that time, the Charubah system has also been the dominion of the now defunct House Amethius. It is unclear whether Starfyre will seek to have his claim reinstated or make a new home for himself somewhere else.

We will be back with more news on this as the story develops!"

Holonet topic located here

Broadcasted on the 29.Oct.2011 - 02:43 by Alex Tylger

Can you spin a tale?

With the renewed pace at which the HF is being developed, we will be received our own section of the site in the near future. While much of the information there will be derived from materials produced as part of policies or forms already under discussion in the Council Chambers, there is a section with which anyone could be of great assistance: The history page.

What I am looking for is a well thought-out history of the order, one which exists over a long period of time, has several highlights (battles, purges, betrayals, sacrifices, ect.), and includes to important events: The Hapan Civil War and the reorganization beginning this year. Good sources for the civil war and its aftermath can found here: [url=http://library.hapes.org/index.php?title=Hapan_civil_war]Hapan Civil War[/url] and [url=http://library.hapes.org/index.php?title=Phoenix_Age]Phoenix Age[/url]. Personally, it would make sense to me for the For'ta'nix to have been segmented and ultimately dissolved during the civil war then reorganized with the ascendancy of King Tylger, but I leave it entirely to the imagination and fancy of anyone willing to take on this task.

Its open for anyone willing to give it a shot. No one is obligated and the length can be as long as you like, though it would be nice to have, at a bare minimum, three solid paragraphs. You can keep details vague - state battles happened and the outcome, but you don't have to get down into describing the actual battle or the like - but a good narrative is definitely preferred.

I may be able to offer some form of reward for good submissions. A few million credits from my pocket for solid submissions that I like won't hurt me much, possibly even a ship for a really great submission we go with. I can do some minor editing, grammar and spell checking, but a submission I virtually have to rewrite to make usable won't be winning a reward.

So, if you've been looking for a way to pitch in and got an itch to write, give it a shot. I look forward to some great reading in the future. Thanks!

Broadcasted on the 10.Oct.2011 - 04:10 by Vang Tyrridon

Galactic Scramble!

Galactic Scramble!

As has been reported in media outlets across the galaxy, a massive and unexplained shift in inhabited locales has occurred in all known sectors. This displacement, rumoured to be caused by everything from a secret Imperial weapon gone awry to the divine will of a largely-neglected Coruscanti deity known only as "Veynom," has had a severe impact on everything from commercial shipping lanes to fleet deployments for all major galactic factions.

Our own Consortium has not been spared. Though the entire cluster may have moved only a marginal amount on the galactic scale, it is what occurred within the Hapan systems that has most alarmed the Hapan community at large. What began as only a handful of galactic coordinates have blossomed into over fifty individual systems, with a combination of original and new solar bodies found amongst them.

Asked for a comment, Pi’lor Tarathi, a well-respected Blue Cattle rancher from a colony on Braldazinbar, had this to say: “One minute I’m out here, minding my herd, then there’s this flash and next thing I know, I’m told I’m on a world called Ediorung in a system nobody’s ever heard of! Bad enough some critters just started showing up out of the blue a few months back, but now this?! I’m getting out, see? Going back to Ceti Alpha V! They say it’s a paradise!

Questions are already being raised regarding how these events will affect operations at all levels of the Hapan government. Lorell Hall has been relatively quiet regarding the affair, limiting their comments to an assurance that a review is underway and that they are focusing on ensuring all Hapan citizens and property have been accounted safely. As to cluster security, Hapan fleets continue to shift to meet the new demands placed upon them by the ordeal. Rumours that Commodore Ryou Vacosa has ordered a record amount of coffee for the RHAF headquarters on Hapes, stating that “it’s going to be a long week,” have yet to be substantiated.

Questioned on how events would affect the balance in the Chamber of Lords, Vang Tarix Tyrridon offered only a simple statement: “We’re looking at it. It’s a lot to consume. I need a nap…have you seen my rocker…?”

More news to come as the situation develops.

Broadcasted on the 07.Oct.2011 - 13:02 by Vang Tyrridon

Lorell Hall Press Release

Lorell Hall announced today that Pelin`a Kimberly Tylger has been appointed as the new Fel`da of External Affairs.

According to the Hall’s official press release, Fel`da Tylger has “served with distinction in the Ministry of External Affairs for a long time, and her dedication to the department, talent for diplomacy and skilled, hard work are altogether unmatched amongst any of the other possible candidates anywhere in the Hapes Consortium.”

The statement continued: “Pelin`a Tylger has impressed the King and Royal Council with her excellent work and results in recent negotiations, and His Majesty is pleased to grant the Fel`da title and post to Pelin`a Tylger.”

It is understood that the new Fel`da Tylger had already been running the Ministry of External Affairs for a period of time before she was appointed Fel`da, so that transition was quite smooth.

Broadcasted on the 13.Sep.2011 - 05:30 by Andrew Starfyre

HNN - Hapan Evening

The introduction of the Hapan News Network begins with shots of the Hapes Cluster`s most prominent worlds and the standard uplifting melody. As the sequence comes to a finish, Anacia Chalcedon appears in front of the Castle of Per`Agthra on Hapes Prime bathed in a magnificent sunset.

"Greetings, and welcome to the latest edition of the Hapan Evening.

Balmy temperatures have characterized Hapes Prime in the last few weeks, and many Hapans - from crewmen to senior officials - have used this opportunity to enjoy some well deserved leave from official duties and obligations.

His Majesty, King Alexander, departed the capital several weeks ago to spend time on his homeworld of Arxian Major where he embarked on a hunting expedition on the [planet's] vast plains with several specially invited guests. In the evenings he reportedly spent his time outlining his goals for the coming year and the direction of the Hapes Consortium.

Upon returning from his trip a few days ago, the King proceeded to Lorell Hall in Chume`Dan and met with those government officials remaining on active duty to pick up loose threads and continue discussions on matters of state. Sources inside the government chambers say there are several legislative proposals on the table that have yet to be ratified and signed in to law, but that talks surrounding these topics are nearly concluded.

The Hapan News Network inquired of the Vicereine, Danara Bajetix what is in store for the Consortium in the coming months. This is what she had to say."

The image cuts to Danara Bajetix sitting in her office in Lorell Hall, dressed in an extravagant dress from the Lorellon summer collection. She smiles softly before addressing the reporter who is off screen.

"Clearly there has been a lull due to the summer months, and it has been a good chance for many to take time off to recharge their batteries. But not everyone has been idle, even though things have proceeded more slowly than usual.

His Majesty has made it clear to me that he intends to address the Hapan peoples in the coming weeks in order to outline the direction he wishes for the Consortium, as well as to give updates on ongoing projects and endeavors. He will speak on the progress of industrial projects, legislative matters from the Ministry of the Interior, and most likely intended reforms to the Royal Hapan Armed Forces.

These legislative proposals involve specifics on the possession of firearms, hunting licenses, the preservation of specific species of wildlife, such as the Bliz, and, hopefully, some clarification on contraband.

More prominently is the so-called nobility proposal, which has been on the Royal Council`s agenda for some time, and will see the official reinstatement of more tiers of peerage. Furthermore, there is a genuine interest in revitalizing and reforming several levels of higher education in hopes of shaping the new generation of Hapans in to future leaders and thinkers. These specific proposals are part of what the Fountain Palace has dubbed Culture & Society 4038, which intends to restore several pre-Dark Age traditions to our civilization, though under careful restrictions.

There will also be some new appointments to various senior positions in the coming weeks in order to fill vacant spots and replace personnel who have expressed their intent to retire in the time ahead. The specifics will be announced at the appropriate time.

I can also add that the Hapan Institute of Cartography is putting the finishing touches on an updated set of star charts in co-ordination with likeminded organizations across the Galaxy. The organization of sectors and regions will change somewhat, with new designations and coordinates assigned for the new age of nav computers, though it is estimated that this will cause no major disruption to the daily lives of most citizens.

That about sums up what I can say at this time, but more details will be announced in future official statements."

The screen cuts back to Chalcedon in the studio.

"The Hapan News Network will be back with more on this story as information becomes available. Up next: A look at the life and service of Baroness Vali Trini`qar, retired Grand Marshal of the Draconian Fight Corps, in the HNN special documentary entitled In Service of Princess Da`tanah: War Hero or War Criminal? Stay tuned."

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Broadcasted on the 11.Aug.2011 - 07:15 by Alex Tylger

Last Modified: 12/21/11 10:57