- Dominick Guerin, Ekbu IV Correspondent writes:

WAR in Ekbu IV!

Hostilities continue on Ekbu IV where forces have been engaged since 06/24/2013 at 18:01 in a massive conflict for control. The death toll has reached 123 dead and numerous more wounded on both sides of this horrific engagement.

The battle, which includes forces from Starwind, Tesboom and M3NAC3 fighting against elements of NeoCat, has seen 0 units destroyed and over 23 facilities left in ruin. The GTC has predicted a massive strain on the economy of Ekbu IV due to this conflict. However, sources within the GTC indicate that all trade routes are still intact.

Citizens of Ekbu IV are feeling the pressure of the clash as 516,172 jobs have been removed from the economy due to damaged facilities and 558,915 homes have been demolished. Some citizens have begun the process of fleeing Ekbu IV 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."