- Tress Majewski, Bean Correspondent writes:

WAR in Bean!

Hostilities continue on Bean where forces have been engaged since 06/22/2013 at 21:48 in a massive conflict for control. The death toll has reached 15,552 dead and numerous more wounded on both sides of this horrific engagement.

The battle, which includes forces from Sniv and Clubbers fighting against elements of Ghosage and Raven08, has seen 27 units destroyed and over 198 facilities left in ruin. The GTC has predicted a massive strain on the economy of Bean due to this conflict. However, sources within the GTC indicate that all trade routes are still intact.

Citizens of Bean are feeling the pressure of the clash as 6,484,626 jobs have been removed from the economy due to damaged facilities and 5,334,169 homes have been demolished. Some citizens have begun the process of fleeing Bean while others are determined to weather the onslaught. One citizen stated, "This is our home. I was here when we made planetfall and saw the first cornerstones of this colony established."