- Janette Wilson, Mendca Correspondent writes:

Skirmishes Begin in Mendca

Battle elements belonging to Pirates engaged in combat with the forces of Lightforger on 12/17/2015 at 17:17. The conflicts were reported to take place sporadically throughout the Mendca system.

Citizens of the colonies in Mendca are bracing for the possibility of an extended conflict. So far, both sides are reporting minor losses of 386. The death toll is expected to only increase as this conflict develops.