- Wiley Walter, Ekbu VIII Correspondent writes:

Death Toll Rises on Ekbu VIII

Over 10,711 dead and even more wounded as conflict continues on Ekbu VIII. Forces of Kylekoekemoer, HunterMaksim and Pycasne have engaged the forces of Gideon in numerous attacks and counter attacks. The conflict that began 08/09/2013 at 12:24 has seen the loss of 8 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 160,736 homes have been destroyed and 87,896 jobs have been removed from the economy due to lost factories and other facilities.