30.4.19
27.4.19
UV258 : Lord of Evil
- Trouble in Mind - The search for the lost crew of a Sangan ship continues
- New Product - The Ophir strikes
- Hypnosis - Gibson returns!
- No Deal - Caratore and Von Kane face the evil of Gibson.
- Critical Path - Orange Dart seeks information.
- Total Enforcer - Dr Death gives SS-CINT a lead.
26.4.19
Operation Target Spot 2119
Target Spot is a special forces and info-warfare exercise, this year's edition is taking place on Sanga Alpha. NS Prowler units have carried out a number of exercises including boarding a "hostile" space ship (played by an Alpha Centauri) and also deploying to the ground on both Sanga and one of the planet's moons.
Some cyber attack exercises have also been carried out. The ships involved are:
36-104 Megatron (flag)
43-108 North Sea
81-101 Marconi
161-102 Inversion
93-101 Alpha Centauri
86-201 Navelwort
86-203 Nasturtium
73-103 Jetstar
Some cyber attack exercises have also been carried out. The ships involved are:
36-104 Megatron (flag)
43-108 North Sea
81-101 Marconi
161-102 Inversion
93-101 Alpha Centauri
86-201 Navelwort
86-203 Nasturtium
73-103 Jetstar
19.4.19
NS and Dinos begin mission
New Sparta and the Dinos have begun a joint reconnaissance into uncharted space. Three warships from both sides are taking part plus a Zephyr fast tanker to support the mission. Windy is commanding the NS contingent and Senator Krusty the Dinos. Overall command is shared.
Where the fleet is going is a secret and there are rumours the mission is more than just a chance to boost NS-Dino ties and explore space though this is being denied officially.
Where the fleet is going is a secret and there are rumours the mission is more than just a chance to boost NS-Dino ties and explore space though this is being denied officially.
16.4.19
11.4.19
Dr Forbidden announces Fluid Morphic Systems
Dr Forbidden has announced the latest technological advance which will be rolled out to NS ships over the coming years, Fluid Morphic Systems (FMS). This is an advanced new method of building circuits using holographic data. Instead of traditional wires and components circuits are built using holograms, these are able to be changed when needed by altering the holographic template.
Dr Forbidden said, "Imagine a ship in battle receives damage to it's tactical computer. In the past we've needed to switch to a back-up, but sometimes this is unavailable, maybe it has already been damaged too. With Fluid Morphic Systems another system can be reconfigured to replace the broken system in seconds. Perhaps a science console, not needed in combat, could be used. In a recent test we were indeed able to change a gravimetric analysis console into a tactical console in just three seconds!"
Updates and improvements can also be carried out instantly by sending changes to the holographic structure of FMS systems. Dr Forbidden said that field tests had been promising and NS would begin to roll out FMS in the next decade once some final details are worked out. These are thought to include data security, obviously an enemy would love to be able to configure NS systems admitted Dr Forbidden.
NS are planning to move to unhackable fractal encryption for data transmission in the 2120s, this will solve any security issues with FMS.
Dr Forbidden said, "Imagine a ship in battle receives damage to it's tactical computer. In the past we've needed to switch to a back-up, but sometimes this is unavailable, maybe it has already been damaged too. With Fluid Morphic Systems another system can be reconfigured to replace the broken system in seconds. Perhaps a science console, not needed in combat, could be used. In a recent test we were indeed able to change a gravimetric analysis console into a tactical console in just three seconds!"
Updates and improvements can also be carried out instantly by sending changes to the holographic structure of FMS systems. Dr Forbidden said that field tests had been promising and NS would begin to roll out FMS in the next decade once some final details are worked out. These are thought to include data security, obviously an enemy would love to be able to configure NS systems admitted Dr Forbidden.
NS are planning to move to unhackable fractal encryption for data transmission in the 2120s, this will solve any security issues with FMS.
9.4.19
Windy recruits Torus for PHALANX, campaign manager
In a surprise move Windy has headhunted VP (Ops) Torus to his PHALANX organisation which provide security and special services for New Sparta. Torus will be the deputy head of PHALANX. After the loss of two high profile prisoners Windy has ordered a shake-up of the organisation which Torus will oversee.
Torus will also run Windy's campaign for NS President if he does not return from heading the joint NS-Dino survey mission in time for the beginning of the electoral process in the Autumn.
Some have been surprised by this link-up by Windy and Torus though it should be noted that Windy saved Torus' career when it was in freefall a few years ago, insisting she be made head of NSIS and later was instrumental in her appointment as Caratore's successor.
President Sea Urchin is known to dislike Torus so these promotions and PHALANX appointment is a sign that Windy now holds the power in NS.
Torus will also run Windy's campaign for NS President if he does not return from heading the joint NS-Dino survey mission in time for the beginning of the electoral process in the Autumn.
Some have been surprised by this link-up by Windy and Torus though it should be noted that Windy saved Torus' career when it was in freefall a few years ago, insisting she be made head of NSIS and later was instrumental in her appointment as Caratore's successor.
President Sea Urchin is known to dislike Torus so these promotions and PHALANX appointment is a sign that Windy now holds the power in NS.
8.4.19
NS finally updates export portfolio
After a long delay NS has finally updated it's ship update portfolio in an attempt to reboot it's rather moribund sales recently. The Yel'Tema cruiser has been discontinued but a new export version of the Oceania has been added. This medium-sized transport will have a range of options including for amphibious warfare and disaster relief.
Most ships in the portfolio have been improved. e-Core engines are now standard in the Pentekonter Protector. e-Core is also standard on the Olympus and Depender.
The updated portfolio can be seen here.
Most ships in the portfolio have been improved. e-Core engines are now standard in the Pentekonter Protector. e-Core is also standard on the Olympus and Depender.
The updated portfolio can be seen here.
6.4.19
Sea Urchin considering future career in politics
President Sea Urchin's term in office ends at the end of the year, he has already said he will not stand for re-election and will leave New Sparta. He hasn't said what his plans are for after he leaves but now there are signs he could be planning to move into UNP politics.
He has joined the Social Democratic Party of Proxima Centauri and is said to be considering running for the Proxima 7 Parliament. With his history and influence he could very quickly become a serious political player in the UNP, even become a contender for the UNP Presidency.
He has joined the Social Democratic Party of Proxima Centauri and is said to be considering running for the Proxima 7 Parliament. With his history and influence he could very quickly become a serious political player in the UNP, even become a contender for the UNP Presidency.
1.4.19
New NS fleet resource launched
A dedicated micro-site for the NS Fleet has now been made live. This replaces the old NS Fleet page. Each type of NS ship now has it's own page and more information will be published over time. The appendices of the old NS Fleet page will also be bought across at a later stage.
The new NS Fleet website is available here.
The new NS Fleet website is available here.
Fleet News 01/04/19
The first new ships of the 2119/2120 Ship Building Plan have been completed, both are urgently needed Protector 57A light patrol craft.
57-106 Physalis and 57-107 Pampas Grass have joined the Light Patrol Pool.
57-106 Physalis and 57-107 Pampas Grass have joined the Light Patrol Pool.
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