Yes, citizens of the Emperor's Hammer - it would appear that our time of peace after the TIE Corps elite defeated the Void Raptors has come to an end.

Several reports are trickling in from borderworlds that all hint towards the same: both the ISD Hammer and the ISD Warrior have launched their squadrons in assault operations. Who they are fighting is currently unknown, and we are doing everything we can to find out.

In the mean time, the EH and TC Admiralty remains silent on the matter.

I'm pleased to announce that we'll be kicking off our first Star Wars: Uprising competition! See the details on competition's page in the database.

Flights II and III of Sigma Squadron have been assigned Scimitar Assault Bombers to replace their Missile Boats and Assault Gunboats! With cover from Flight I's TIE Advanced fighters, this allows Sigma to perform its Close Support role with an emphasis on heavy return fire. T/SBs include a bombardier position, which will be manned by NPC personnel from the Warrior's battlegroup. We look forward to getting to know our new comrades in future updates from Sigma.

Recent operations by TC battleships have caused several old reservists to be recalled to active duty. Reports indicate both COL Talons Pryde and CPT Aija Alura Judarrl to be assigned to active squadrons aboard the ISD Hammer. Their shuttle was reported to have left the M/FRG Phoenix earlier this week, but there is no trace of these shuttles anywhere. As such, the whereabouts of the ISDs Hammer and Warrior and the VSD Sinister is still unknown at this time.

Shortly after arriving on the Warrior, recently-capitalized SL Leocadio earned his promotion to full Lieutenant. Congratulations, LT Leocadio!

Despite our earlier reports that the ISD Warrior has maintained its position, we fear trouble is brewing. Yes, the ISD Warrior is where it's supposed to be. But the actual ship there is not the Warrior itself, but has been positively identified as the ISD Kawolski.

As days pass, more and more evidence surfaces that the TIE Corps Admiralty is planning a major operation. With the active warships and best of our squadrons no longer protecting our home, they have left us open to an invasion.

We can only wonder what has made the admiralty take this course of action, and hope they were right in their assessments of the dangers involved.

After a short stay on the M/PLT Daedalus, SL Leocadio was assigned to the ISDII Warrior and Kappa Squadron. Welcome to the TIE Corps!

Barely one day after the promotion of SL Silvius, the TCCOM's Office has announced another promotion. This time, the newly arrived SL SuSaWo has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant.

Anonymous sources have indicated both new lieutenants are celebrating their promotions as they should. Unfortunately, this will mean they are grounded for the next week due to an exorbitantly high level of alcohol in their blood.

In the mean time, yet another new recruit has joined the TIE Corps, this time shipping off to the ISD Warrior. We fully expect SL Leocadio to join our new lieutenants in being grounded soon!

An official announcement from the TCCOM's Office states the arrival of two new cadets on the ISD Hammer, SL Silvius in Delta and SL SuSaWo in Alpha. The same announcement also announces SL Silvius' promotion to full Lieutenant. A great achievement, pilot!

In a press conference earlier today, ICT (Imperial Cargo Transporters) has announced the loss of three cargo freighters in the Ontregos sector earlier this month.

Investigations until today have not yet identified the culprit, but ICT has declared they suspect heavy pirate activity in the sector since the departure of the last Imperial patrol units.

ICT further stated they would reroute further freighter traffic and file for damages with the proper Imperial authorities.

The Medals of Communication for August were awarded. Congratulations to all recipients.

MoC-doc
LC Michael Emrys, GN Gilad Pellaeon

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LCM Witcher

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FA Elwood the Brave, GN Jarek La'an, GN Pickled Yoda, CPT Crix Talra

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MAJ Flelm, LC Miles Prower, CPT Len Eode

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AD Pellaeon, AD Crsepe, HA Anahorn Dempsey, CM Archenksov, COL Golbez Harvey, LC John T. Clark, GN Dunta Polo, LCM Chrome, CPT Nutrientman, CPT Shado Fenn, LCM Trideo Arkson, CPT Mauser, GN Dax Corrin, COL Gyssler, CM Doc, VA Plif, LC Wraith, GN Master, CPT Nolij, CM Xavier Sienar, COL Mark Schueler, MAJ Marcus Caine, COL Horus Blackheart, CPT Keth Aalith, CM Spiffy the Chicken, LC Repulsor, LCM Sparky, MAJ Ulrich Drachen, CPT Hawkins, LC Tempest

Yes, we can definitely say something's going on. After the ISD Hammer disappeared, only to leave rumours in its wake, now the VSD Sinister is also reported to have left its station.

This reporter cannot help but consider a possible link, since both ships are under the direct command of High Admiral Dempsey.

We've been trying to get through to officials within the TC Command Staff, but they have refused all comment on the matter. This leaves only speculation. We shall not go too far into that, but something must be brewing. We can only hope it won't upset daily life within the EH territories too much!

In our last report, we made the public aware of mysterious movements of the ISD Hammer. Not two hours after releasing that repoort, INN headquarters was raided by a squad of stormtroopers from the recently reformed Hammer's Fist battleteam.

After being detained for nearly 72 houyrs, we were releaed only this morning, but most of our equipment has been destroyed.

We have filed a formal complaint with the Fleet Commander - it seems someone doesn't like the public knowing the truth...

Strange reports are reaching this reporter. Only yesterday I told you the ISD Hammer had been spotted near Pyrath.... Today I have heard several reports that is has been spotted near Setii, pretty much on the other side of Imperial space.

Unless the Hammer is testing some new propulsion systems, it's not possible for both these reports to be correct. As such, we will be investigating more vigorously than before.

Don't miss the next edition of the INN news, we may even have more information for you then!

Unsubstantiated rumors are always dangerous. However, your INN reporter has spoken to 4 independent witnesses who all put the ISD Hammer on a course past Pyrath Navan Base beyond Imperial space.

Why the Hammer is leaving Imperial space is unknown at this time. Such occurrences in the past have usually been a prelude to invasion by an alien species, or EH expansionism. We hope to be able to tell you more soon.

INN would like to congratulate all the recipients of the prestigious Commendation of Loyalty. The award is earned by many, yet received by few. Be proud, and wear the medal on your uniform with honor!

It is that time of the year again when we celebrate the birthday of the founder of the Emperor's Hammer, GA Ronin. As always there have been some that received a Commendation of Loyality during this celebrations from the hands of our Fleet Commander, Grand Admiral Rapier. Here are their names:

FA Elwood the Brave GN Jarek La'an COL Golbez Harvey LC John T. Clark LC Repulsor MAJ Flelm MAJ Ulrich Drachen CPT Hawkins CPT Keth Aalith CPT Mauser CPT Nolij CM Archenksov CM Doc CM Spiffy the Chicken

Congratulations to all recipients, a well deserved honor for all of you!


TCCOM/FA Elwood the Brave/TC-1/ISD II Challenge

Acting upon reliable information, INN reporters have been searching the night skies (and the day skies). Our sources indicate the ISD Hammer has left its current station, which has been confirmed by our reports.

This begs the question where the Star Destroyer has gone off to. We have not been informaed of any training operations to be undertaken, and our TIE Corps liaison can not or will not answer our questions.

Have you seen the ISD Hammer? If so, call us now and let us knew where she has been seen!

As most TC members will have read, the TIE Corps has started a Telegram group. Rumor has it the group is growing and becoming increasingly popular.

However, after much deliberations, INN has decided NOT to join this group. We will rely on traditional methods of delivering the news to you.

We will continue to bring you the hottest news first!

After 2 years and 2 months serving as Combat Operations Officer, AD Crsepe has announced his resignation from the position in favor of someone else. Apparently, the staff on the VSD Aggressor is in shock over this announcement. It wouldn't be the first time heads will roll when a new Staff officer arrives on the Aggressor. And that's not a figure of speech, this reporter has been told.

Earlier today the Emperor's Hammer announced it plans to file criminal charges against Stormtrooper squad 5241. The EH representative 8refused to elaborate on the reasons for this action.

Sources on the VSD Audacious have told INN they troopers in question were caught in an official EH transport having a party with some Twi 'lek slave girls.

These are, however, unsubstantiated allegations.

For my first report for INN I'm happy I can report on some good news!

Yet another General (GN Coranel Both) joins the TIE Corps. With three Generals on the Hammer, and no less than SIX Generals on the Warrior, there have never been more Generals on active duty.

With all this experience, all our enemies will tremble before us!

After recent reports by INN reporters about the misconduct of LC John T. Clark of the ISD Hammer have been proven to be fabricated and based on lies, several INN reporters have been fired. Their places have been taken by a new staff who will hopefully rely on fact, and not fiction, to keep people reading INN reports.

INN regrets any inconvenience its reports may have caused people and vows to do more fact checking next time!