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National News
New York: Vice Presidential candidate Victor West has called for the military to take a more proactive approach in dealing with ascendant-related attacks on American soil at a campaign rally in New York City. Citing the recent raid on Glens Falls Army Base and the terrorist attack in Anglia, MA, that saw several police officers dead and dozens wounded, West says, "[It's] time to put all our options on the table - yes, including military force - to keep Americans safe from those ascendants out there, the ones out there who want to do them and this country harm." In an unusual campaign twist, General Tony Diaz of the Air Force has publicly supported West's proposal, stating that the incident in Massachusetts could have been ended sooner and with less loss of life if the Joint Chiefs had approved his plan to launch a surgical air strike on the site of the incident. President Milton's press staff refused to comment on Gen. Diaz's announcement.

DC: Concerned Hens of America has lodged a complaint with the FCC over comments made by Gamma Strike member Kuro Ikeda at the c0n 1 convention in Anglia, Massachusetts last month. Amateur footage of Ikeda yelling "I love shibari!" (a reference to Japanese rope bondage) to a cheering crowd went viral within hours, becoming an instant internet sensation. CHA spokesman George Kostas explained to CNN that the complaint is only being filed now because his members were initially unaware of the offending term's meaning. "I mean, he is actually telling young women and girls that they should tie themselves up for his amusement. One mother called me in tears, saying that after she looked the term up online, she then looked out her window and saw her eleven year old daughter playing with a skipping rope in her front yard for all her neighbours to see. I mean, eleven years old. Mr. Ikeda has some serious issues that he needs to work through here."

International News
Europe:
The small Aegean island nation of Thelos remains in the grip of a political crisis as its government continues to recover from the disappearance of its self-appointed monarch, an ascendant known as Azara. The tiny country was unexpectedly attacked by a paramilitary group of unknown origin earlier this year, who stormed the royal palace by helicopter and attacked the island's ruler himself. Monitors from the European Union have reported that the country's transition to a republican government is progressing smoothly, and report no instances of political violence to date.

South America:
Chilean doctors are struggling to make sense of a strange illness that has appeared in the northern region of Terapaca. First reports of the disease came when a Dutch research team brought an infected man down from an isolated Andean village. The researchers claim that the man's symptoms - fever, a heightened state of aggression and apparent shutdown of pain receptors - are a result of an alleged ascendant living in the mountains. Most doctors who have examined the patient have dismissed this theory, and believe the infection might be caused by bacteria in the villagers' water source.
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 Command and Control
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General Discussion
If you're lucky, you might manage to slip past Major Barrow and steal a few moments of free time every now and then. Why not spend them shooting the breeze with us? OOC Discussion.
 148 1,222 May 23 2013, 09:42 PM
In: Last PostDemon's Hunt OOC
By: sciondraconis
Personnel Archives
Complete records of various persons of note are stored in the archives. Character application bios are posted here. This section also details the general board rules and procedures for creating a character.
 135 71 Aug 16 2011, 05:25 PM
In: Last PostNameless
By: sciondraconis
CORE
'CORE' is the Skygate Institute's central computer, a massive repository of data, statistics, and other information generated by the base's research, and around the world. Resources and information for the Skygate gameworld are stored in this section.
 11 19 Feb 6 2011, 09:49 PM
In: Last PostSelene Brodrick - Aurora
By: Striker
 

 Anglia, Massachusetts
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The Skygate Institute
This towering complex rises from the northwestern corner of the University of Anglia campus, more than thirty storeys housing the cutting edge in bioengineering technology and employing the finest scientific minds in the field of ascendancy research.

The Skygate Institute's combat training facility is located underground, spanning sub-levels 3 through 6. While the scientific research wing is highly advanced in its own right, the institute's true technological marvels are concentrated here, boasting artificial environments, advanced weapons, and Skygate's cutting-edge computer database, CORE.
 157 1,513 May 10 2013, 12:16 PM
In: Last PostUnexpected Heroes
By: Alaras
University of Anglia
The sprawling campus of the University of Anglia is located in Anglia's east side, immediately adjacent to the Skygate Institute. The 200 year old university is well known for its law and history programs, but its primary claim to fame is its extensive science department.
 11 91 Dec 10 2011, 08:43 PM
In: Last PostOccupational Hazards
By: Danger Boy
Downtown
Anglia's commercial downtown core boasts a wide variety of avenues for shopping and recreation.
 105 1,103 Apr 9 2013, 01:01 AM
In: Last PostCold Shoulder
By: Chill
The Docks
At one time the engine that drove Anglia's economy, the harbour's place of importance in the city was somewhat diminished by the recessions of 2011-14. The docks have largely since been lost to the criminal underworld, becoming a haven for gangsters, dealers, and hooligans of all stripes.
 7 120 Jul 20 2011, 01:34 AM
In: Last PostThat strange hobby of hers
By: Saeryn
Essex Cove
What would a coastal city be without a nice beach? Essex Cove is arguably the most popular tourist destination in Anglia: white sand beaches lined with small bars and restaurants, a large marina that caters to sailors and boaters of all kinds, a rustic and romantic boardwalk. Those with an interest in the city's past can even take a tour of the Old Pier just west of the beach - but stay away from the historic lighthouse at night. Some say it's haunted!
 2 7 Jul 7 2011, 09:50 PM
In: Last PostSenator's Aide Commits ...
By: Corbenick
 

 Elsewhere
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North America
Canada, the United States, and Mexico. One of the most economically powerful continents in the world for a time, hard-hitting recessions in the United States threaten to turn North America into a global backwater.
 23 433 Oct 10 2011, 01:38 PM
In: Last PostUBC-19 News at Six
By: Legion
Central and South America
From Cuba to Cape Horn, Latin America has become a powerhouse on the world stage, while its northern neighbours continue to fall behind.
 2 69 May 20 2011, 10:39 PM
In: Last PostThe Price of Freedom
By: Crash
Middle East and Africa
The entire African continent and the remnants of what is considered the Middle East: Turkey in the north to the Arabian peninsula in the south, and Israel in the west to Iran in the east.
 1 9 Mar 17 2010, 08:43 PM
In: Last PostTo Find the Face Within
By: Oversoul
Europe
All European states, including Russia. UNISCI's recently-established headquarters is located in Utrecht, capital of the Netherlands Confederation.
 23 367 Jul 10 2011, 12:58 PM
In: Last PostThe Demon's Hunt, Part ...
By: sciondraconis
Asia
The world's largest continent is dominated geographically by the emerging twin superpowers of China and India. Also included are southeast Asia, Mongolia, and the former Soviet republics.
 2 9 Oct 29 2010, 07:58 PM
In: Last PostThe Demon's Hunt, Part ...
By: sciondraconis
Pacific Rim
This area mainly features Australia, Korea and the island nations of the Asian Pacific: Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and so on.
 5 134 Oct 23 2011, 08:48 PM
In: Last PostOperation Black Cat [Gamma...
By: Shiv
 

 Elsewhen
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The Past
Ever wondered what life was like for Selene and her mother? How Maestro felt about being a child prodigy? If Seraph's father was really as psychotic as he's cracked up to be? What Major Barrow's original hair colour was? Everyone has a story - tell it here.
 32 247 Jun 20 2011, 04:17 PM
In: Last PostA Glimpse of God
By: Lilly
The Future
What will the future hold for our heroes in 10 years? 20? What will the world look like when everyone today is gone and forgotten, and the next generation takes the reins? If you've got an inclination to peer into the world of tomorrow, this is the place to do it.
 5 33 Jan 9 2011, 10:27 PM
In: Last PostWhat Starts at the End, End...
By: Blink
What If?
What if Legion never joined the military? What if people carrying the ascendant gene were criminalized and 01 were outlaws? What if Giovana Cosima answered just one question differently? Screw reality! Ask those burning questions here.
 12 310 Jun 11 2011, 02:54 PM
In: Last PostHow I Know You
By: Tag
 

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