- Maren Gifford, Dominion VIII Correspondent writes:

Death Toll Rises on Dominion VIII

Over 797 dead and even more wounded as conflict continues on Dominion VIII. Forces of Phoenix have engaged the forces of Jesfr in numerous attacks and counter attacks. The conflict that began 08/15/2012 at 18:05 has seen the loss of 5 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.

The citizens of the empires involved in the war are victims as 0 homes have been destroyed and 0 jobs have been removed from the economy due to lost factories and other facilities.