The Mandoleer’s Folly glided smoothly through the vastness of space, heading back to the Order 93 base. Captain Spacedawg Pauly sat in the ship’s lounge, enjoying a rare moment of relaxation over a cup of coffee. His trusted first officer, Ed Alvis, joined him, both savoring the temporary calm after their recent missions. “Have you … Read More “Chapter 15: Speculations and Revelations” »
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The grand ballroom of the Avalon Star Hotel buzzed with excitement as guests arrived for the prestigious fundraiser dedicated to supporting indigenous species on impoverished star systems along the Canadian Expanse border. Amidst the glittering crowd, two figures moved with practiced ease, their presence commanding respect and curiosity. Evilyn Price, dressed in an elegant gown … Read More “Chapter 14: The Quiet Power Players” »
The Mandoleer’s Folly was cruising smoothly through space, on course for BioGen Labs in the Vancouver System, British Columbia Sector. The team was preparing for their next mission, targeting the genetic engineering and biotechnology firm known for illegal genetic modifications, cloning experiments, and the unauthorized sale of genetic data. Suddenly, the calm was shattered by … Read More “Chapter 13: A New Threat” »
The Mandoleer’s Folly cruised through space, leading a formidable fleet consisting of The Archer, The Montgomery, The Doohan, and The Scott. They were closing in on Aegis Security Solutions, a once powerful organization now facing the might of the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC). “Captain, we’re being hailed,” Renée Lachapelle reported from her station. “It’s … Read More “Chapter 12: The Fall of Aegis Security Solutions” »
The crew of the Mandoleer’s Folly had been riding high on their recent successes, but their next mission promised to be one of their toughest yet. Aegis Security Solutions, a private security and defense contractor, had a reputation that made even the most seasoned officers uneasy. Known for their involvement in mercenary activities, excessive use … Read More “Chapter 11: Aegis Security Solutions” »
The Mandoleer’s Folly glided silently through the black expanse, its destination set for the Chilliwack System. Inside, Spacedawg Pauly, Renée Lachapelle, J.J. Smith, and the rest of the senior officers gathered in the conference room, discussing their next mission: serving warrants to Stellar Dynamics and Galactic Freight. “Stellar Dynamics has been cutting corners on safety … Read More “Chapter 10: Final Judgments” »
An All-Points Bulletin (APB) had been issued for the CEOs of Volta Mining Corporation. Their charges had escalated dramatically after the recent events, now including assaulting officers of the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC). As the Mandoleer’s Folly navigated through the remains of the corporation’s assets, Spacedawg Pauly and his team were determined to bring … Read More “Chapter 9: The Impersonator” »
The Mandoleer’s Folly drifted quietly through space, its crew bracing for their next target: Volta Mining Corporation. Specializing in asteroid mining and mineral extraction, Volta Mining had a notorious reputation for worker exploitation, unsafe working conditions, environmental destruction, and bribery of inspection agencies. This time, Spacedawg Pauly and his crew were better prepared. They called … Read More “Chapter 8: The Volta Mining Corporation” »
The Mandoleer’s Folly approached the Burnaby System, the imposing structure of the NovaPharma station looming ahead. Local security forces, arrayed in a blockade formation, obstructed their path. Spacedawg Pauly stood on the bridge, eyes fixed on the lead security ship. He activated the comms. “This is Captain Spacedawg Pauly of the Mandoleer’s Folly. You are … Read More “Chapter 7: Breaching the Barrier” »
Spacedawg sat in his quarters, reviewing the dossiers on the various corporations with questionable ethics operating in the British Columbia Sector. The list was extensive, each entry detailing a litany of accusations ranging from environmental destruction to human rights abuses. “Haakon Industries, NovaPharma, Volta Mining Corporation, Stellar Dynamics, Galactic Freight, Aegis Security Solutions, BioGen Labs, … Read More “Chapter 6: Exposing the Corrupt” »