By Emily Reynolds, Canadian Expanse News Network
Canadian Expanse News Network (CENN) OverviewThe Canadian Expanse News Network (CENN) is the successor to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, adapted to meet the demands of the 22nd and 23rd centuries. It was established in 2040 in the Ottawa System and has since become the premier news source for the Canadian Expanse. HistoryFounded as an evolution of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation... More (CENNCanadian Expanse News Network (CENN) OverviewThe Canadian Expanse News Network (CENN) is the successor to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, adapted to meet the demands of the 22nd and 23rd centuries. It was established in 2040 in the Ottawa System and has since become the premier news source for the Canadian Expanse. HistoryFounded as an evolution of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation... More)
Burnaby System
System Name: Burnaby System Sector: British Columbia Sector Number of Planets: 5 Notable Features: Advanced technological hubs, thriving cultural centers, strategic military outposts Primary Star(s): Burnaby Prime Astrophysical Characteristics Star Type(s): F-type main-sequence star (Yellow-White Dwarf) Age of the System: 4.8 billion years Distance from Earth: 345 light-years Habitability: One habitable planet (Burnaby Prime) Special Phenomena: Periodic solar flares that... More – In a dramatic turn of events, the CEOs of the notorious Volta Mining Corporation
Volta Mining Corporation is a prominent company specializing in asteroid mining and mineral extraction within the British Columbia Sector of the Canadian Expanse. Despite its significant contributions to the interstellar mining industry, Volta Mining has been marred by numerous allegations of unethical practices and controversies. History Volta Mining Corporation was established in 2142 with the primary objective of exploiting asteroid... More have been apprehended following a daring attack and looting of their corporate yacht. The Royal Canadian Space Cavalry
The Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC), originally established as the Frontier Security Force (RSF) in 2074, serves as the primary law enforcement and defense force across the Canadian Expanse. Renamed to honor the traditions of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the RCSC was formed in response to increasing piracy along key shipping routes and has evolved into a crucial... More (RCSC) officers discovered the abandoned yacht with a significant hole in the hull and extensive blaster scarring.
The corporate yacht was found floating among the debris of smaller asteroids, evidence of a recent catastrophic explosion that had taken out the main reactor of Volta Mining’s largest asteroid base. This explosion, which resulted in the tragic loss of 3,000 workers, has left the sector
Overview A Sector, commonly referred to as a Provincial Sector, is a designated area of space within the broader and diverse cosmic region known as the Canadian Expanse. These Sectors function similarly to provinces, contributing to the organization and governance of this vast territory. Structure and Division The Canadian Expanse is divided into thirteen Provincial Sectors, each with its own... More reeling.
Upon further investigation, the RCSC retrieved the yacht’s black box, which revealed that the vessel had been attacked by a group of bandits mimicking the techniques of the Gentleman Bandit, Ezra Miner
Name: Ezra MinerAlias: "The Gentleman Pirate"Birthplace: Ontario SectorAge: Mid-50sOccupation: Former train robber, now a cunning space pirate and master thiefAffiliations: Independent; known to work with various criminal syndicates when it suits his interests Early Life Ezra Miner was born in the Ontario Sector into a modest family. From a young age, Miner exhibited a keen mind and a rebellious spirit,... More. The CEOs were ordered to evacuate via life pods before the ship was boarded, and all communications ceased thereafter.
Local authorities have pointed fingers at Ezra MinerName: Ezra MinerAlias: "The Gentleman Pirate"Birthplace: Ontario SectorAge: Mid-50sOccupation: Former train robber, now a cunning space pirate and master thiefAffiliations: Independent; known to work with various criminal syndicates when it suits his interests Early Life Ezra Miner was born in the Ontario Sector into a modest family. From a young age, Miner exhibited a keen mind and a rebellious spirit,... More, a notorious figure known for his Robin Hood-like escapades—robbing the rich to give to the poor. Despite the compelling evidence, Miner has denied any involvement in this particular incident.
“We are still investigating the identity of the impersonator,” said an unnamed source within the RCSC. “It is clear that someone is using Miner’s methods to sow further chaos.”
The life pods, equipped with locator beacons, were tracked and retrieved. The CEOs, now in custody, face a slew of charges, including assaulting officers of the RCSC and endangering lives through their reckless actions.
The RCSC has yet to provide an official comment on the apprehension of the CEOs or the implications of this new wave of banditry. However, the seizure of Volta Mining Corporation’s remaining assets is already underway, aiming to compensate for the environmental destruction, exploitation of workers, and unsafe working conditions that have plagued the company for years.
As the investigation continues, the Canadian Expanse is left to ponder the rise of this new impostor and the ongoing saga of Ezra MinerName: Ezra MinerAlias: "The Gentleman Pirate"Birthplace: Ontario SectorAge: Mid-50sOccupation: Former train robber, now a cunning space pirate and master thiefAffiliations: Independent; known to work with various criminal syndicates when it suits his interests Early Life Ezra Miner was born in the Ontario Sector into a modest family. From a young age, Miner exhibited a keen mind and a rebellious spirit,... More, whose legend continues to grow even as he denies involvement in this latest heist.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
