Report:The Corellian Corruption Scandal

(Posted on 8 October, 2006 by Bailey Laran)

'''The IGN logo slowly disappears and the scene shows a massive star port. Ships are coming and going. The ships are mostly Corellian, however there are ships from almost every reach of the universe. The scene goes down to where dozens of troops with blaster rifles are setting up outposts and tripods. It is obvious that the area is under military control. There are also several outposts where it would appear searches are being done and people are being made to stand in line. The camera finally sways and focus's on a beautiful pink Twi'lek.'''

"This is Miranda at Coronet city on Corellia where operation 'Corellisi Guerlle' is in full swing. This operation, meaning 'Corellian Guard' in old Corellian, was coined from an operation that was held over 200 years ago in order for the government to regain control. The planet has been plagued with over seven different attacks from the theft of a ship to the use of a thermal detonator. The death count within the last two months has totaled over thirty-two civilians dead.

"To this effect, a streamlined version of Martial Law has been put into effect. All weapons that are a grade above blasters are being confiscated, all ships are permanently locked down until they are completely searched - something that is making allot of the populace upset - and all people found in violation of any law are subject to lock up at any point in time. This controversial piece of legislation was signed and passed by the Planetary Governor not hours ago. It is estimated that it will only take Corellian Security two weeks to have the planet completely on shut down.

"But that's not the only law that has been passed today. IGN contacts within the Corellian Government report that there have been several incidents of top CorSec officials corroborating with a local Underworld Syndicate known as Maffi. The corruption has been rumored to be so big and so outreaching that an Imperial official was quoted as saying that the 'Laran Administration' and it's ties with the underworld syndicate has done more damage to Corellia and it's people since the war has begun. There have been reports of a planet-wide cleanup with over fifty officers being put into jail on suspicion of corroboration with the Maffi Syndicate. While nothing can be completely confirmed, it definitely is clear that things are changing for what was once considered the shining Jewel of the Universe."

COMPNOR on Corellia
(Posted on 8 October, 2006 by Korynn Fleming)

'''A special report from IGN interrupts the broadcast, followed by an announcement that the Galactic Empire has brought in forces to secure Corellia. However, IGN is not being told anything else by the Empire. Instead, this official recording comes through. It begins with a picture of the Imperial Seal, then fades to show a middle-aged man wearing the white uniform of COMPNOR's ISB branch. He stands in a dark room, with the COMPNOR insignia on a wall behind him.'''

"My name is Agent Flar and I speak on behalf of the Imperial Security Bureau. Coronet City has been put under martial law by the Corellian Government, in an effort to maintain peace and stability in a system mired recently by high levels of crime. However, many of you are now aware that members of COMPNOR's military unit have locked the entire city down. This is for a reason. With Governor Laran and ranking officers of CorSec under suspicion of having ties with criminal syndicates, COMPNOR has found it neccessary to ensure first that Corellia is kept a peaceful planet and follows the laws and statutes of the great Galactic Empire."

The ISB Official tilts his head forward slightly, and carries an aire of extreme importance with his next statement. "ISB will also be conducting investigations to make certain that no corruption exists in the Corellian Security Force, or the Laran Administration. It is forbidden for any citizen to stand in the way of these investigations."

The official lifts his head once more and adds, "That said, civilians bearing accurate information regarding these situations are encouraged to report their findings to the local Imperial Embassy, Garrison, or government institution. Glory to the Empire."

With that, the recording ends.

Imperial Stormtroopers on Corellia
(Posted on 11 October, 2006 by Davyd Levvis)

'''The IGN logo flashes across the screen, followed shortly by a live scene at the Starport on Corellia. A pretty Twi'lek is standing just in front of the CorSec Building. Next to her stands a Major of Stormtroopers, his armor bearing the insignia of the Elite 501st Legion.'''

"Moments ago, the Starport was invaded, this time by the lead elements of the 501st Imperial Stormtrooper Legion." She points to the landing area of the Starport, where dozens of troopships are landing. "According to Major Davyd Levvis, Aide to Legion General Petra Doom, the Legion is here to maintain peace and stability and to enforce Martial Law. As you know the top leaders of the Planet and it's security forces are being questioned by the ISB and COMPNOR officials."

Turning to the Stormtrooper officer next to her she asks, "Major, how long do you think the 501st will be on Corellia?"

"It's kind of hard to put a time limit on these things, I will say this we will be here until we feel things are under control and running smoothly. The law abiding citizens of Corellia have nothing to worry about."

The reporter turns back. "There you have it, this is Miranda reporting, back to you."

CDU Breaking News
(Posted on 16 October, 2006 by Thomas Mahon)

On the Caspian News Service...

"The CDU Department of Foreign Affairs has announced the closure of its embassy and all consulates in Imperial Space after the detention of Ambassador Kiare Quinn by Imperial authorities. In a tersely worded press release, the DFA stated that violating Ambassador Quinn's diplomatic immunity is a violation of the non-aggression pact, and all civilized principles of interstellar diplomacy. The DFA has claimed that this move is to protect its personnel from unlawful and unreasonable arrest.

"The DFA is also advising that CDU citizens travelling within the Empire may be at serious risk, particularly on the planet Corellia where a security crackdown is in effect."

Governor Laran Charged!
(Posted on 17 October, 2006 by Korynn Fleming)

'''A special report from IGN takes viewers to Corellia, where Imperial Stormtroopers and COMPNOR forces are still enforcing martial law on the planet. Correspondant Timo Droja appears with the caption below him reading: "Corellian Governor Charged with Crimes."'''

"I'm Timo Droja, live from Corellia." His face seems tense, as if he's worried that one wrong word might get him fired, or worse. "Imperial officials have filed formal charges against Governor Bailey Laran, Corellian Governor. These charges include: Failure to Effectively Govern an Imperial Planet, Neglection of Duty, Withholding Information from Imperial Authorities, and Disrespect of Imperial Authority. We are told that at this time, the Governor is under house arrest until she is either convicted of these crimes, or pardoned by the Emperor."

Droja glances off camera for a moment, hesitantly, then nods his head once and looks back to the camera. "Imperial Authorities wish it to be known that Corellia will be restored to its glory and peaceful nature, and that this situation will be resolved soon. Glory to the Empire."

With that, the special report ends.