- Maren Gifford, Optcap Correspondent writes:

Space Clash Continues in Optcap

Over 63 dead and even more wounded as conflict continues in Optcap. Forces of Byte have engaged the forces of Lightforger in numerous attacks and counter attacks. The conflict that began 07/30/2014 at 12:51 has seen the loss of 40 units on both sides of the battle.

Sources indicate that no end to the conflict can be determined at this time. Contacts within the GTC have indicated that trade routes remain unaffected from the hostilities, however, there may be some delays as combat spills into trade lanes.