Byline: Nova Thorne
Nova Thorne (born January 12, 2255) is a prominent journalist and investigative reporter within the Canadian Expanse. Known for her fearless reporting and dedication to uncovering the truth, Thorne has earned a reputation for her in-depth coverage of political corruption, corporate malfeasance, and social justice issues across the various sectors. Early Life and Education Nova Thorne was born on January...
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...
Ottawa Prime – 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... (RCSC) investigation into the tragic murder of prominent journalist Olivia Laroche
Born: 2255, Ottawa Prime, Ontario Sector Occupation: Journalist, Author Years Active: 2280-present Employer: Canadian Expanse News Network (CENN) Notable Works: Coverage of interstellar trade, cultural events, political affairs, and technological advancements within the Canadian Expanse. Awards: Canadian Expanse Press Award for Excellence in Journalism (2282, 2284) Early Life and Education Olivia Laroche was born in 2255 in Ottawa Prime, located... has taken a startling turn. New evidence has surfaced, shedding light on the embattled companies and a mysterious imposter posing as 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,....
The Mandoleer’s Folly, led by Captain Spacedawg Pauly
Birth Name: PaulyCurrent Alias: Spacedawg PaulySpecies: Human-Canine HybridDate of Birth: February 22, 1973Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., United States, Earth, Sol SystemOccupations: Former Chef, Brewer, Distiller, Garden Worker, Apprentice Cobbler; Current First Mate on the Mandoleer's Folly, Lieutenant in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC) Overview Spacedawg Pauly is a unique entity whose life story spans both Earth and the..., docked at an orbital station near Ottawa Prime to assist in the investigation. The away team, including Spacedawg, 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,..., J.J. SmithJohn Jacob Smith is a seasoned police officer from Georgetown, known for his bravery and unique involvement in managing time anomalies. He has become a pivotal figure in handling temporal disturbances, working undercover as Agent 93 for a secretive organization tasked with protecting the temporal integrity of his environment. Early Career and Experiences John Jacob Smith has been a fixture..., the Alchemist, and Renée Lachapelle
Inspector Renée Lachapelle is a distinguished officer who currently heads the joint anti-crime task force between the local Constabulary and the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC) on Montreal Prime. Renowned for her sharp investigative skills and unwavering commitment, Lachapelle plays a pivotal role in maintaining law and order in the Quebec Sector of the Canadian Expanse. Early Life and Background..., began their search for answers at Laroche’s apartment. The scene was grim, with the apartment ransacked and blood splattered on the walls. A recording device, found by the Alchemist and decrypted by Maelstrom
Origin and Early Life Maelstrom, a Gichi-manidoo from the Rogue Moon of Giizis Babaa-ayaa in the Ontario Sector, is distinguished by her blue-furred, wild cat-like features. A member of the humanoid species with a deep connection to nature, she embodies the physical and spiritual traits of her heritage. Maelstrom’s life took a significant turn when she relocated to the bustling..., provided crucial information.
The decrypted audio revealed that Laroche had been investigating the embattled companies, suspecting that the recent attacks attributed to 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,... were the work of an imposter. The last entry on the recording mentioned a meeting with trillionairess Evilyn Price
Early Life Evilyn Price grew up in Potomac, Maryland, surrounded by wealth. Her family was rich, and she always had everything she wanted, giving her a sense of entitlement. Education In her younger years, Evilyn went to an all-girls Catholic university. She initially thought about becoming a nun, but a rebellious phase changed her path dramatically, leading her into a....
Following this lead, Captain Spacedawg and Lachapelle visited the offices of the Canadian Expanse News NetworkCanadian 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... (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...) to question Laroche’s colleagues. Meanwhile, the Alchemist’s findings were transmitted to Spacedawg, confirming the suspicions about the imposter and the connection to Price.
Spacedawg and his team arranged a meeting with Evilyn PriceEarly Life Evilyn Price grew up in Potomac, Maryland, surrounded by wealth. Her family was rich, and she always had everything she wanted, giving her a sense of entitlement. Education In her younger years, Evilyn went to an all-girls Catholic university. She initially thought about becoming a nun, but a rebellious phase changed her path dramatically, leading her into a.... During their conversation, Price revealed that she had indeed been providing Laroche with information about the embattled companies, hoping to expose their corruption. She expressed admiration for Laroche and sadness over her death.
When asked about the Gentleman Bandit, Price described 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,... as a folk hero and dismissed the notion that he was involved in the recent attacks. Spacedawg then introduced the real 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,... to Price, clarifying that he had been in retirement for the past few years. Price was visibly surprised but quickly composed herself, expressing relief that Miner was not responsible for the crimes.
The RCSC’s involvement has brought new hope to the investigation. With the additional information provided by Price and the decrypted recording, the team is now closer to uncovering the truth behind Laroche’s murder and the machinations of the embattled companies.
The investigation continues, and the RCSC has vowed to bring those responsible to justice. As more details emerge, the Canadian Expanse waits with bated breath for the resolution of this high-stakes case.
