Reavers Abduct Hale's Moon Resident

Reavers Abduct Hale's Moon Resident



The largest reaver attack in many months seriously injured many Hale Residents.

No authoritative details about the total number of attackers are available, but 136 reaver bodies were recovered after the fighting subsided.

The Dharma Initiative collected the reaver bodies and disposed of them on behalf of Hale's Moon. It is unknown at this time who the Dharma Initiative is or what their interest in Hale's Moon or reavers might be.

Local militia battled for several hours against the onslaught of wave after wave of reaver platoons attacked Hale's Moon.

An open call into local rim space brought in many helpful folks to the aid of Hale's Moon.

Many people were seriously injured requiring evacuation to infirmary. Local resident, Gabe Yazimoto, required resuscitation by Sheriff Gallagher Aeon.

Long time Hale's Moon resident, Miss LilyBell Snoodle, was shot down from behind, tied up and taken aboard a departing reaver ship, according to eye witness Emma Ditko who was critically wounded by reavers.

Mayor Seana Kawanishi is currently organizing search and rescue efforts.

Reavers seriously injures locals. Alliance Officers Slain.

Reavers seriously injures locals. Alliance Officers Slain.



At least two separate reaver attacks, starting at noon SLT startled the Hale's Moon Shipyard.

Hale's Moon's Mayor, Seana Kawanishi, made an open call from Hale's Moon Control, calling to the local rim systems "...We have a report of Reavers on the ground. Anyone in position to assist would be most welcome."

Members of the Hale's Moon Militia were seriously injured and Alliance Officers were also reported slain.

The reaver attacks occurred during a resupply by the Abraham Sinkov. The patrol frigate, kept in high orbit is staffed with a full platoon of combat troops plus the frigate's naval crew.

The Abraham Sinkov mourns to loss of its two fallen comrades. No details were given.

The injured local milia members are recovering well.

New Boarding House Manager

New Boarding House Manager



Mr. Vegaslon Plutonian (Vega for short) has accepted the post as manager of the Hale Boarding House on the west end of the spaceport, across from the bank and between Starstruck's Coffee & Petstore and Firefly's Bar.

The Boarding House offers both private and hostel style accomodation. All rooms are fully furnished. Accomodation include vouchers for breakfast and two free drinks at Fook Yoos Bar and two free coffees at Starstruck's.

Vega explained the boarding house concept very plainly, "...when people first arrive and they don't have any place to stay, they can sleep here at the boarding house."

Rates for the Hostel accomadations are 50L per half day, 250L per week or 500L per month. Private rooms are 250L per day. Rates are negotiable, and must be paid in cash up front. The previous manager accepted IOUs and guns.

No cooking, there is food in the bar and coffee at Starstruck's which is right next door.

No pets. Exceptions made for ones that the manager likes and is nice and doesn't make a mess.

No smoking, sex or spitting on the premises.

As Mr. Vega explained, "This is a boarding house not some cheap hotel. We have standards and must have respect for the other guests."

Vegaslon Plutonian was originally from Boros in the Georgia system and worked as a mechanic specializing in electrical systems on the Alliance Shipyards on Ares, one of Boros' moons. Vega has been in Hale's Moon since the beginning of July, "I came here to get away from some marital troubles and I stayed because Hales had a boarding house and I felt welcome on that first day....even got a tour from Lilybell. Met the mayor and everything on the first day. I also met Krenshar, but it took me a while to get the nack of him."

Town Council reacts to Aggressive Automatons

In the aftermath of yesterday's attack by swarms of automatons, the Town Council and the Mayor's Office had a brief question and answer session to help alleviate concerns that a full scale robot invasion was immanent. "The colony has dealt with far worse than this," The Mayor was quoted as saying. "A bunch of cheap knock-off's of the KM Series Replicants aren't going to be able to break this town."

Analysis of several recovered wrecks indicates that, while superficially similar to the KM Series deployed by Weyland Yutani some years ago, the automatons that attacked the town were of much lighter, and less sophisticated, design. "These machines relied on swarm tactics, and did most of their damage by brute force."

When asked about casualties and damage, the Mayor replied "Our medical resources are stretched pretty thin, and we'll certainly need resupply in the coming days. But we're doing OK for now. Worse comes to worst, we'll evacuate the wounded. The Alliance has a Frigate on patrol not too far from here. Won't hurt to have them earn their keep."

Repair crews have already started repairing the damage done to some of the colony's infrastructure, and communications has been largely restored by routing traffic through Flight Control's main relays. Citizens are advised that some low priority traffic may be delayed until the may relay comes back on-line.

In response to questions about a possible motive, or source, for the attack, the response was somewhat non-committal. "I've heard everything from Weyland Yutani sending bots to try and disrupt Blue Sun's operations here, to the possibility of one of those factory machines like they had on Blackburne. Without more evidence, we're not prepared to say anything more than 'we're looking into it.'"

When pointedly asked about some citizen's suspicion that resident Mechanical, Krenshar, was behind the attack, the Mayor replied "History aside, that's a completely unfounded accusation. While these bots looked a lot like a KM Series, like Kren, we've seen enough of the wrecks to know they're not. They barely count as cheap knock offs. While I know a few people are a bit riled up, accusations like that don't help anyone."

An inquiry into the source of the robots and the motivation for the attack is under way.

Hale's Moon Overrun by Robots

Hale's Moon Overrun by Robots



"The robots finally revolted," commented Hale's Moon Wasteland Village Resident and Proprietor Mr. Amon Ansar described the many waves of attacking robotic cogs, "There were too many, not enough time. It was all we could do to stay alive. They came in rows of ten at a time, just as fast as we could kill them, for a long, long time....for hours."



Witnesses report that Firefly's Bar Proprietor, Mr. Nack Barnes, fought bravely. Witnesses reported that he fought until he needed new guns, "....guns got so hot..."

In addition to the Hale's Moon Militia and local residents, some new folks were reported to have lent needful assistance. Witnesses reported about a big man that grunted a lot came to help from the Wastes. Also a Portuguese speaking gentleman and someone, "dressed like an elf" also lent assistance.

The Consolidated Associate Traders of Zenobia Office reported that their replicant secretary was also shot, "Probably a case of mistaken identity, " a representative replied, "...fortunately, it an easily replaceable model". An onlooker commented "Everyone was panicking, maybe somebody thinked it was one of the bad ones. There....so....many..."

Long-time Hale's Moon resident, Miss LilyBell Snoodle reported, "Lots of serious injuries, bodies littered West Town. All torn up. Then lot of robots camed. Panic in the town. Lily call for help....some camed....help. Robots overran the town."

Mayor Seana Kawanishi also called out on the open channels for assistnace.

After several waves of the replicant infantry were depleted, aerial sentinel drones attacked. Normally assigned to protect the defend the mines, these aerial drones shot at residents.


(Hale's Moon Herald Stock Footage)

Hale Wasteland Scrap and Salvage operator Amon Ansar suspects long-time Hale's Moon resident, replicant Krenshar Magic, as partially responsible, "...one of those things nearly killed me, I take a dim view of that kind of activity. Tell me where Krenshar is and how he was involved and I might just decide not to perforate his skull-casing the next time I see him."

In an supposedly unrelated event, a sniper tower has been installed in the Hale Wasteland Village (West Town) by a local resident.

The allegedly deactivated Warbot in fireflys, Raids Blackburn, was reported to have flashing eyes during the battle.



There is no confirmation that this event is related to the "Replicant Order" problem that Hale's Moon was previously plagued by.


(Hale's Moon Herald Stock Footage)

Editor's Note: A group of robots is known by the collecting noun of "cog".

Amon's Scrap and Salvage opens in Hale Wasteland Village

Amon's Scrap and Salvage opens in Hale Wasteland Village



Amon Ansar, recently relocated to Hale's Moon, has opened a Scrap and Salvage shop in the Hale Wasteland Village. "It is totally not a Chop Shop," commented the proprietor, Amon Ansar, "a completely legitimate operation."

Mr. Ansar noted that he was looking to hire a synthetic assistant to be a walking advertisement and to mind the shop when he'a away. The job will include free maintenance, sort of a robot healthcare program and they can recharge themselves from his solar panel.

Hermoine Hale, Hale's Moon Herald's Hologram Returns

Hermoine Hale, Hale's Moon Herald's Hologram Returns



Hermoine Hale, the news hologram previously located in the front of the Hale's Moon Herald offices is returned after some minor modification to make her more resource friendly.

Hermoine dispenses Hale's Moon Herald's recent news, the url to the Hale's Moon Herald blog, a list of Firefly Blogs, a map of the 'Verse and even a cup of coffee. She will also send a message to yours truly, Jai Raghilda, Hale's Moon Herald's reporter at large. She is now inside the Herald offices instead of outside, just visit and click.

Although much utilized, she was removed because she was using resources unwisely. Thanks to some assistance from Hale's Moon's clever scripting replicant, Mr. Krenshar Magic, she is now more resource friendly since she is not always on. She only activates when someone visits inside the office.

A new addition to the Herald office, also thanks to Mr. Krenshar Magic, is a picture display that scrolls thru the Herald's many newsphotos. We put in a nice couch so you can lounge comfortably, have a nice cup of coffee and leisurely catch up on the news and events.

Blue Sun hiring Executive Position

Blue Sun hiring Executive Position


Blue Sun Corporation, the largest corporation in the 'verse, is interviewing candidates for an Oversight Liason to work at the executive level.

The ideal candidate should be self organized and will be required to be on-call at all times.

Prior political affiliation is not an issue as long as they can obtain the necessary security clearance.

Candidate will be required to act in the strictist confidence and discretion, and be able to easily liase with scientists, investors, politicians and local populace.

Candidate should be business presentable at all times and not given to strong drink or other substance abuse.

Must work well with secured computer networks, sending encrypted data to research teams.

Piloting skill a definite plus. Some travel will be required.

The ideal candidate shall also be able to act in a security capacity, monitoring the local Blue Sun holdings. They must be proficient with mechanicals, and able to supervise the mechanicals placed to provide security.

References and security clearance will be required.

Contact Ms. x0x0 Zhangsun to arrange and interview at the Blue Sun corporate offices in East Hale.

400 Ton Meteorite Impacts Hale Wasteland Village

400 Ton Meteorite Impacts Hale Wasteland Village



A 400 ton (estimated) - 5 meter diameter meteorite, impacted in the center courtyard of the Hale Wasteland Village. No injuries or building damage was reported.

Sheriff Gallagher, a week earlier on his way back from the wastelands , was informed that INSILICO's long range monitor warned of meteor or asteroid activity that could impact Hale's Moon and the immediate surroundings.

An immediate survey of the space above Hale's Moon indicated no immediate threat, monitoring continued.

Further bulletins will follow.

Starbucks Files Complaint Against Starstrucks

Starbucks Corporation, the largest coffee chain, is attempting to stop an entrepreneur from opening a coffee store called Starstrucks, according to the Mint business newspaper.

Starbucks has complained to the Controller-General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks, stating that the name Starstrucks is deceptively similar to Starbucks, the newspaper reported.

However, the entrepreneur behind Starstrucks, said the stores are completely different to the Starbucks stores.

The proprieter is refusing to give up the name and vows to fight Starbucks in the battle, according to the Mint report.

Starstrucks plans to open many stores, in places in which Starbucks is not yet present.

When asked about the complaint, Starstruck's Manager, Miss Charly Starsider replied, "My boss, never said a word to me about this other corporation which we've never heard about. We feel we offer a unique product for our consumers. Where else can you buy a nice hot delicious hot or iced coffee....AND a cute little bunny rabbit for a pet....all in the same place? Also, I have really yummy sticky buns."

Starstrucks Announces Grand Opening Friday Night

Starstrucks Announces Grand Opening Friday Night.



A spokesperson for Starstruck's Bakery and Petstore, announces it Grand Opening Friday night 7-9 EST (4-6 SLT).

Free T-shirts, samples and prizes will be given out to attendies.

Starstruck's serves "The Rim's best coffee, a fine variety of bakery goods plus Rodents and Rabbits of unusual size from the wastes.

Located between the Boarding House and the Planetarium on Main Street on the northwestern end of the Hale Spaceport.

Hale's Moon needs Shepherd

Hale's Moon needs Shepherd



Hale's Moon is looking for a Shepherd to work with its newly erected church.

The ideal candidate should be be presentable at all times, smartly dressed with good hygeine and grooming habits, a non-smoker and non-substance abuser etc to set a good example of decent behavior. Candidate should be familiar with frontier customs and willing to adapt to the multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, colonial environment of the Rim. Experience with firearms a plus. The candidate should not be judgemental and be willing to give help to people of all stations in society.

HELP WANTED: STARSTRUCKS BAKERY AND PET STORE

Located between the Boarding House and the Planetarium on Main Street, Hale Spaceport

Contact Miss LilyBell Snoodle.

Town Council comments on Blue Sun investment

The Town Council, through the Mayor's Office, has made an official statement regarding the recent construction project undertaken by Blue Sun on the outskirts of town. While Blue Sun is widely known throughout the 'Verse for a broad range of products - from Foodstuff to Portable Entertainment Systems, some Hale's Moon residents have lived here long enough to remember life under Wayland Yutani, and expressed concern that Blue Sun's investment could signal the return of "Life in a company town."

In a brief statement in Town Hall, the Mayor was quoted as saying "Blue Sun's investment here on Hale's Moon does not signal wholesale Corporate involvement on our little slice of Heaven. You fine folk expect your local government to do what's right for the colony, and that's what we've done here. We've received legally binding paper that holds them to certain standards, and they'll be doing business under terms that are very favorable to the colony."

When asked about other corporate investments, the Mayor responded "We still have a working relationship with Black Tortoise Mining to buy our ore, and Frontier Transport for use of our transhipment facility. As far as the business is concerned, the new Blue Sun installation won't stop investment by other companies and it won't interfere with our way of life."

While details of the agreement have not been made public as yet, it's rumored that the negotiations were rushed to enable Blue Sun to continue with their construction while still giving the Colony a solid deal.

Blue Sun Corporation Opens Headquarters in Hale's Moon

Blue Sun Corporation has announced the relocation of their corporate headquarters to Hale's Moon.

While it is not yet known how many locals the organization may employ, A Blue Sun Corporate Media Representative stated "Live life with Blue Sun. Its not just a motto, its the only way to live".

A spokesperson at the construction site told Hale's Moon Herald, "Rumor has it they new man in charge demanded they move the office here. That's all I know."

Construction has begun in the 8 acre annexed area, east of the Hale's Moon Spaceport.

Hale's Moon Colony is looking for additional Medical Staff

Hale's Moon Colony is looking for additional Medical Staff for it growing colony.

Newly Refitted medical supply ship and remodeled hospital and clinic with state of the art Medbot to assist.

Compensation and benefits also includes free room and board.

Interested applicants should contact Seana Kawanishi, Mayor of Hale's Moon for details.

Mine Collapse in Hale's Moon, Sheriff Rescued

Mine Collapse Hale's Moon



An abandoned mining tunnel collapsed on Saturday. The spent mine had been abandoned years ago for safety reasons. Sheriff Gallagher Aeon place police tape and a notice for no one to enter the mines for safety reasons.

Later that same day, Lerch Swashbuckler and CoolLuke Sands responded to the radio distress call of Sheriff Gallagher Aeon who later became trapped in yet another cave-in without any means to extricate himself. Mr. Sands and Mr. Swashbuckler were able to blast thru the rocks and get to the sheriff before his oxygen supply ran out.

As they were exiting the tunnels another tunnel collapse with hundreds of rocks crashed down again separating the two parties.

Suspicious Activity prompts Interogation by Sheriff's Department

Suspicious Activity prompts Interogation by Sheriff's Department

Sheriff's Deputy, Miss Lilybell Snoodle, with the aid of local militia, brought in a suspicious person for questioning. No charges were files and said individual was later released.