- Maren Gifford, Aquver II Correspondent writes:

Death Toll Rises on Aquver II

Over 17,825 dead and even more wounded as conflict continues on Aquver II. Forces of Mero have engaged the forces of Aero- in numerous attacks and counter attacks. The conflict that began 05/17/2013 at 13:31 has seen the loss of 3 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 150,690 homes have been destroyed and 178,778 jobs have been removed from the economy due to lost factories and other facilities.