[b]Byzantium[/b] – [i]4:59 am August 25, 2089[/i] The dome of Byzantium’s upper atmosphere glistens with artificial starlight. At precisely 5am, the transitional shift into morning occurs. The glowing orange hue of a fake sun shimmers in the horizon, and by the time it reaches its uppermost point, it will be covered by thick rain clouds. Greater Byzantium is scheduled for a midday drizzle, which may last into the night. Its citizens are preoccupied by their daily morning rituals, however, a growing concern over recent incidents are beginning to startle the masses. Two days ago, a family was brutally murdered in their apartment in the residential sector. Their bodies were in a gruesome state of disfigurement, posed in a disturbing manner throughout their home. Suspect(s) still at large. In downtown the following day, a man was seen attacking random citizens. Biting into flesh, bludgeoning skulls, and clawing out eyes. These unrelated events of extreme violence, coupled with the recent spike of criminal activity in Outward, has people worried. The last time anything like this occurred was over five years ago, but even then, it wasn't as aggressive. And with a rumored vaccination patch on the way, people are scared of a possible repeat of what happened before. Still, the show must go on, and Byzantium's citizens are urged to go about their day without a hitch. The government has responded to safety concerns by sending out hundreds of additional Sentry units to patrol the city. While the notion might be comforting to most, one cannot help but feel that something is off about this place they've now called home... --- As scheduled, a primary news feed -run by the Byzantium government- is streaming into every cyberized brain the moment they wake up. It appears as running text on the top and bottom of their vision. With a thought and a wink, they can navigate and expand each headlined point to get more info on what is going on today. [center]-=Governor Aldridge wishes you a wonderful day in Byzantium=-[/center] [hider=The Beacon] -Governor Aldridge’s Public Representative, Secretariat Deidra Janis, is expected to make a public statement at noon regarding the spike in violence occurring in Byzantium. In the meantime, please do not open any unmarked messages. Should you show signs or symptom of infection, please alert your nearest medical facility immediately. They will send a response team to personally escort you to urgent care. [/hider] [hider=Crater Bay] -A word of thanks to all process workers: Governor Aldridge gives applause to your efforts! Last week’s production values report is stellar. We’ve scored the highest percentage of mineral deposits this month! Let’s keep up the good work and continue to do our part! Note: Report theft to your nearest supervisor or onsite Sentry unit for a hefty bonus! -Excavator Shuttles from Earth arrive midday today for processing.[/hider] [hider=The Wayward] -Standard Policy: Hourly gate times for entering and leaving Greater Byzantium are running at their normal schedule. Please be advised that multiple visitations are prohibited. Per usual, you are limited to one daily visit. Failure to comply will result in a citation appointment with the Health and Wellness center. Thank you for your cooperation. -Traffic Advisory: Expect 30+ minute delays per gate pass. Wayward is doubling security and screening times to ensure safe visits from either end. Illegal paraphernalia and unregistered items will be confiscated. Whoever is in possession of said items will be sent to the Health and Wellness center. If you see anything suspicious, please notify border BPF. Assisting in a successful bust will not only give you a hefty credit reward, but will grant you a spot in the VIP access line for a week! Help Byzantium crackdown on illegal activity, and in return, get paid and bypass standard screening lines for a smooth and comfortable experience? What a deal![/hider] [hider=4th & 5th Residential Sector] - The brutal murder of former Graviskate Champion Isao Mori, and his family of four, are still under investigation. Occurred two days ago at 4th Point Westwing Residential Ward, 5th floor. This is the first report of homicide in the 4th point residential ward. Suspect is still at large. Please notify any suspicious activity to the BPF server, or designate the nearest Sentry AI in your vicinity for further assistance. Thank you, and please be safe.[/hider] [hider=Greater Downtown] -Expect a normal morning commute on aerial and street level transport ways. -Graviskate Finals kicks off tonight! Who are you rooting for? Myrmidons, the reigning Champions from Beacon? Or their opponents, the underdogs of Crater Bay, The Chimeras!? -The suspect that publically assaulted multiple citizens at market square was apprehended late Sunday night trying to flee into the Outward sector. Citizen Marcos Flint is currently detained at Greater Downtown's Main H&W center. He will be appropriately punished for his violent behavior. Five of his victims have already been released from the medical ward. The other six are still in critical condition. Surveillance footage confirms that he had nothing to do with the Residential Ward killings.[/hider] [hider=Outward Sector] -Multiple reports of stolen items are coming in from various parts of the area. If you are a victim of theft, please do not consult with anyone else other than BPF. If a BPF officer or Sentry AI is unavailable, please standby and wait until either one can assist you. -Main street is still marked as a crime zone. Any citizen spotted within the vicinity will be apprehended and punished accordingly. If you see any suspicious activity, please report it immediately to BPF. Due to the increase in violent activity in this sector, we ask that you refrain from traveling near, or around the main street area. [/hider] [center]-=Governor Aldridge wishes you a wonderful day in Byzantium=-[/center]