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Colossal Sea Serpent Tied to Abnormal Weather

In an announcement, the weather anomalies were linked to fractured leylines and were were eventually pinpointed to a core that contained highly unstable primordial energy. It seemed to be the cause of the storm as it persistently drained magic from everything nearby. Due to the high concentration of magic in the area, the core condensed magicnin in the immediate vicinity, causing storms and rough waters to essentially follow the core along it's tracks.

Leylines are known to be hotbeds of energy where magic tends to be very present. They're often evenly spread throughout the universe but with occasional holes and converngences. But while inconsistencies in the natural arrangement of leylines don't typically interfere with the stability of magic, in some cases, the circumstances can be so extreme, that they tend to disrupt or outright prevent spellcasting, function of enchanted objects, and the manifestation of other supernatural abilities.

The core itself was lodged inside a Silver Sea Serpent (scientific name: Vathis argens). This species, among many of its kind usually live deep underwater, typically preying on large fish like marlin, tuna, and oarfish. However, it was unsually drawn towards the surface which also brought an intense storm with it. Vigilantes quickly came to the scene and fought the serpent until the core was exposed. Which was then extracted and subsequently destroyed.

The serpent unfortunately sustained some injury due to the emergent nature of the situation, but has since recovered and returned normal behavior afterwards. One question that remains though is how did such a core lodge itself deep inside of the serpent? But until next time, please stay tuned.

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NSC Crime Rates Skyrocket

In what is now New Solace City, crime hasn't been this bad since half a decade ago. There has even been a significant uptick recently, with multiple reports of shooting incidents occuring within its borders which has been linked to an ongoing dispute between two fringe religious institutions. But even so, Solace has always been wracked with crime.

Too many crimes have happened in those streets including but not limited to the murders in broad daylight, kidnappings, theft, and assault. Not to mention the widespread property damage to public infrastructure being commonplace. Even then, Solace has had so many administration changes, it's a surprise to many how it manages to keep rebuilding itself and keeping a population. To call it a city of peace and carrying the name Solace is ironic when it's circumstances dictate otherwise.

Until a reliable means of enforcing the law is established, we can only expect for crime rates to rise. Yet still, Solace's fate remains in the hands of the people.

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Hello folks, no headline this time, but there will be news to be published soon. But do to only working as a solo reporter, keeping up with the latest stories in a consistent manner has become somewhat of a challenge. For future news stories to be posted on this blog, I'll be writing my personal thoughts on the matter as well as the facts about what's known so far.

So until we get enough staff to pick up the slack, this blog will remain operational for the foreseeable future and I'll be pushing out more reports with my own insights to the situation.

Until next time, please stay tuned

- Maxie, Author

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Meteoroid Vaporized In Mesosphere & Charity Barbecue Declared a Success

We have just received news that the meteoroid csme to a gentle drift as it entered the atmosphere several weeks ago. And according to reports by operators of the Astrodex, they have found out the meteoroid did in fact harmlessly vaporize in the mesosphere some time this early morning.

Meanwhile in Rogue Village, The Reclaimed Republic celebrates it's first official barbecue without ostentatious party fouls, as the last cookout led to intensely bitter (and rather petty) exchange of threats and rhetoric that very well may have rekindled the war all because of a chicken wing. But thankfully, lessons were learned from past event and the activity's proceedings were reportedly a great success despite the mediocre turnout.

With that said, we hope to cover more news stories for the benefit of everyone, so we would like to thank all of you for your continued support. And until next time, stay tuned.

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Meteor Shower Under Observation by Daegenwarden Astronomers

According to witnesses and readings revealed by the Astrodex, a spectacular meteor shower appeared over Aurora's Tears. They streaked across the night sky in great numbers during at around 8PM and lasted for several minutes before disappearing. But according to further inspection, a particularly large meteoroid had recently and is currently under close monitoring.

Meteor showers typically occur when Earth passes through debris trails left by comets or asteroids. These particles, often no larger than grains of sand, collide with Earth’s atmosphere at high speeds up to 160 mph, burning up and creating streaks of light.

According to experts, an object of this size is called a meteoroid and it refers to a rocky or metallic body larger than dust but smaller than an asteroid which are roughly 3ft in diameter. Astronomers are currently in the process of tracking it's trajectory, but according to recent calculations the degree in which it entered the atmosphere is rather shallow. Authorities assure if the meteoroid penetrates past the thermosphere, it will likely vaporize long before it reaches the stratosphere.

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Aftermath of the NSC Dragon Attack

Against the advice of City Officials ordering immediate evacuation, a handful of Solacians have found shelter in the Sloshed Sorcerer Tavern despite being under total lockdown. While a crystal dragon continued to rampage throughout the city. Fortunately, the tavern and those who sought shelter within remained unharmed.

A day prior, Citizens were ordered to immediately evacuate the city while anticipating a crystal dragon attack allegedly sent by Malvus. With trained specialists from a private agency scouring the streets and buildings assisting in the swift evacuation of residents.

Upon observation of the dragon's erratic and destructive behavior, it leads us to believe that it was influenced by Malvus' corruption, causing it to act against its own nature leading to its rampage throughout New Solace City. It is currently unclear where this dragon originally came from.

But despite the dragon having fled and it being considered safe to return today, what else are the displaced population going to return to if it's all been reduced to rubble? And that's taking into consideration of Solace's history of being leveled and rebuilt over and over after each major catastrophe, there will eventually be a point where enough is enough. Until that answer is clear, please stay tuned.

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NRBC Now Accepting Donations

Making news for the viewers is hard work. Often, I risk my own safety for the sake of informing the public essentially for free. I have realized I cannot continue this modality in a sustainable way anymore. But since I am committed to keeping the news accessible to everyone, I will be opening donations for whoever wants to support the network and my efforts. If you wish to donate to my account, do not hesitate to send it to RC-803866. If you wish to support in other ways, you may submit stories directly to Bob at the Sloshed Sorcerer Tavern

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NSC Pentacosmic Found Dead

Hello viewers, I apologize for the late report, New Solace City's Pentacosmics, Quinn, one of the leaders that spearheaded the assault on Eden against The Corrupters, was found dead at the steps of the Domicile of Judgement at around 6PM, on the 26th of November. May his soul rest in peace. It's as if kind, independent, and encouraging leaders are growing few and far between as the looming threat of another all-out continental war hangs in the balance. The Republic has also mourned the loss of their own Champion of Truth, weeks before after his body succumbed under Malvus' influence. Investigation regarding Quinn's death is now underway, rest assured that we will report when relevant information comes to light. And until next time, stay tuned.

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The Aftermath of the Council City Siege

It's been two weeks since the siege on Council City by the Republic, civilians in the thousands have evacuated while a significant number of casualties remain, mostly from the armed forces as experts claim. Research estimates costs in the millions. Meanwhile, those who managed to stay during the siege had to fight in the midst of bombardment, flooding, damaged infrastructure, and an unexpected thunderstorm. During the siege, it has been reported that the main gate into Council City was been frozen shut in a likely attempt to enclose the siege within the city throughout the nonstop barrage of bullets, spells, and the elements from the defending armed forces. It was after the conflict resolved did the gates reopen. Meanwhile, reconstruction efforts are currently underway with the help of volunteers. Yet, damage to buildings and the remnants of artillery continues to dot the landscape behind the main gates leading into Council City.

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Council City Under Siege

The conflict between the Republic and The Council continues to rage ever since the chicken wing fiasco on the 8th of September in what would've been resolved by means of a formal apology ended up in Champion KinglyTyrant issuing a call to arms.

As of the writing of this report, months after the spark of this incident there has been an incident involving a group of The Republic's Champions, their deputies, and associated individuals attacked a ranch in the Scarberous range, claiming the occupants were residing in Republic territory.

Meanwhile, A deputy mentioned that there was an explosion that likely leveled the entire ranch, however it is unknown whether or not the occupants had somehow survived the attack.

And just today, The Champions and their deputies are currently attempting to break down the walls surrounding Council City despite being under constant fire by their massive turrets. Amidst the siege upon the wall, they've taken a soldier captive as well. Presumably held secure in an undisclosed location.

We will keep you viewers posted as the situation unfolds.

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Will you answer the call to justice?

Each day we grow even more blind, deaf, and numb to all the suffering we can put a stop to. Suffering that a pathetic coward put all of us through years ago, ending in a battle that we fought and sacrificed lives for. Does their sacrifice mean nothing? Or are the lot of you tired of hearing the threat of a man who lied, stole, and killed his way through Valoucia is up to no good again? A great deal of you are out there fighting meaningless battles over chicken wings against valuable allies in our fight against this wretched shell of a creature. Will the lives he took end up being forgotten because of your blindness and ignorance? Will his ideals spread throughout the world like deadly plague? Will the call of justice remain unanswered because of you? If not, then I kindly ask my dear viewers. Ask yourself if what you're doing is worth focusing on and that you remember these sage words. Control your focus, it determines your reality.

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Cookout Party Foul Escalates Into War Declaration

Just yesterday, a statement from The Council was released about a barbecue incident involving The Republic's Champions a seemingly unrelated chicken wing. Unfortunately, the chicken wing- although hilarious at first- would only catalyze a call to arms. In the statement, The Controller claims that a "regrettable incident occurred wherein another nation sought to undermine our sovereignty and make a mockery of us" and that "We demand only an apology, and an assurance that such actions will not be repeated" just after mentioning diplomatic channels between The Council and The Republic were closed.

And in retort, a statement in reply was released from The Republic by Champion of Trolls, KinglyTyrant, claiming "The Council has made open threats against you the people to three rogues, myself, Teros, and Truth" before going on record saying that "They (The Council) made claims that we have broken the treaty." And then declaring a call to arms against The Council and a call for The Republic to encourage Council-folk to defect to The Republic. A recap of the events was published recently by The Council's own Masters, Charadine Fritz and Rex Draconius that it all started when Champion of Destruction, Teros hurled a chicken wing at The Controller during a barbecue cookout. Indeed it was a party foul, but what would've ended in a wasteful- but ultimately harmless- food fight, was met with great detest, and rightfully so, but the egregious escalation from chicken wing to call to arms is what's causing experts to revaluate their understanding of political relations. Until next time, stay tuned.

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Veridessa Declares War on The Council

So... I sit here, ill, writing this story cause it seems like shaky relations between Veridessa and The Council have worsened as of late prior to the assassination of President Snow. So far no outward war effort has approached Valoucia's mainland and I am unsure how an entire continent is going to coordinate itself into another all-out war on The Council. However, please be advised to stay tuned to your most trusted local news outlets and prepare for an evacuation most especially the residents of Council City. Until next time, stay tuned.

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Serial Cop Killer, Loose In Downtown Solace

A serial killer cultist murder spree unfolds in New Solace City, targeting officers since the explosion that leveled the NSC Mall. Investigators hot on the case to identify the killer. An individual, possibly a priest of a dark faith has been terrorizing police officers in New Solace City, it seems an incident like this happens each week at around the same spot. Recovered camera footage was found to have identified the perpetrator as an individual with purple eyes and white robe, who is responsible for the initial murder of thee police officers earlier this month on the 14th. On the 25th, a police was discovered mangled to shreds in the same alley where the first incident occurred, found relieved of their body cam to conceal the evidence. Meanwhile on the 27th, a police car was found totaled with a smashed hood causing the two officers to have been ejected from their seats and into the streets but surviving the initial crash then were killed shortly after. The felon who had recently been arrested had also survived the crash and managed to escape until they had died to idiopathic asphyxiation, in a similar manner to the first incident two weeks ago. As of today, investigators are currently hot on the case reviewing recovered footage to determine the identity of the individual who is responsible for the deaths of the first three police officers as well as the identities responsible for the other attacks on the 25th and 27th, respectively. But whether or not these attacks were carried out by an individual or a sect of bloodthirsty cultists remains unclear, however these attacks are clearly coordinated against the New Solace Police Department which may be an obstacle in completing their agenda. Until next time, stay tuned.

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Ever since Malvus ran amok, you think things couldn't get any worse. Flash forward almost half a decade later and now you find out he's living rent-free in the heads of one of our own. And they say the world's a stage, and by the gods is the cast a hot mess of shit