- Maren Gifford, Holplo Correspondent writes:

Decline in Engagements

Hostilites in Holplo have come to a decline as of 02/12/2013 at 18:40. The conflict has already claimed at least 1,905 lives and seen the loss of 15 units and facilities.

Battle began 02/12/2013 at 18:42 when battle elements of Desertfox engaged the forces of Goudron. Skeptics feel this decline in combat may only be temporary and warn against regarding it as a downward trend.

The Galactic Trade Commission has begun taking advantage of the pause in combat to make large progress on clearing the debris left behind from the battles.