JEDI HoloNet

Republic Senators and political figures from numerous worlds within the Mid Rim and Core Worlds have been travelling to Rannon’s capital city of Immarra to pay their respects to Din Khorta, a prominent Ithorian Councillor for Rannon’s planetary Government who was gunned down only a few rotations ago. The former Councillor for Haranae had been deeply involved in uncovering a plot to sabotage Rannon’s agricultural industry and, prior to his death, had held a special session of the Cooperative Government of Rannon involving both the Agricultural Union and Jedi Order.

Sections of the special sessions’ media coverage still remains closed for the public: however, a government aide close to the former council has told I.C.N that a vote was in fact held and passed with majority of the votes being in favour of terminating the trade contract between Rannon’s planetary government and the White Bantha Shipping Company.

The RSF, Rannon’s main branch of public security, has increased their presence in the region to accommodate the influx of well-wishers amidst a time of rising crime and violence. In spite of this, newly elected House Speaker, Councillor Elis’ta, has laid plans for a full remembrance ceremony and vigil.

A spokeswoman for the House Speaker’s office had this to say:

“Councillor Khorta was a man who dedicated his life to the eradication of crime in his home region of Haranae, setting a shining example of how not to give in to intimidation tactics by those who would have a puppet in public service. By not holding a ceremony to honour the life of this inspiring individual, we would surely sully and dishonour his memory. The Speaker is in talks with the RSF and Republic GRID to ensure public safety during this time of grief, and are expecting a full turnout in our planetary capital.”

There is speculation around the arrival of the former Councillor’s son, who in recent years was elected as Republic Senator for Ithor. If there is truth to this speculation, it will be of interest to all whether the Senator arrives as a representative of the Republic or as a grieving family member.

Greetings, Residents,

The Jedi Council would like to offer their congratulations to Aren Kelpor and Minoda Darkrider, both of whom have served the Order with distinction in recent times, largely on their own initiative, and have therefore been elevated to the rank of Jedi Knight.

We wish them both the best for the future, and look forward to seeing them continue their service with the same excellence that marked their students years.

In an Immarra Capital News exclusive, we have forty-three confirmed civilian deaths in the Haranae settlement to the far west of the Calidi Badlands. It’s no surprise to the people of Rannon that to hear of crime in this region, however in the past ten years we have observed a notable decrease in criminal activity much to the credit and pleasure of CGR representative Din Khorta for Haranae.

The streets of Haranae are filling with the blood of its citizens, with every day people laying lifeless, leaving their family members with inconsolable grief.

Our on site correspondent had the chance today to speak with the grieving husband of Poliana Zebronah, a Zabrak woman who was gunned down by the so called ‘White Bantha’. “They walked among us, they bought our wares and drank in our cantina’s. We knew what they were, but things had been so quiet for so long that it was normalised. Their past acts were exactly that. In the past. We never thought in our wildest dreams that this kind of thing could happen to us.”

Walking the streets of Haranae today will have you witnessing walls scorched by blaster fire, pieces of infrastructure and sections of buildings brought into the main thoroughfare to act as shielding for many citizens to defend themselves, their families and their homes.

Various citizens told our news correspondents that they feel the White Bantha is responsible for the instability and poverty in the region and urge the CGR to take immediate action.

– Jana Vondar, I.C.N Network

Inflated food prices in the aftermath of the war could trigger riots from those going hungry in poorer regions of Rannon, the leader of the Agricultural Union of Rannon has said.

In an interview with Immara Capital News, the Union Leader for the AUR expressed concern about the knock-on effects of the recent taxation increase on agricultural produce, stressing the dependence on these kinds of foods in order to prosper.

“I think we should be very concerned. The impact on food prices and hunger in the next two to three cycles could be substantial. Food and shipping are two of the biggest industries responsible for Rannon’s economic welfare. If everyday people cannot afford to eat or have their goods shipped then we could see its people fall into recession.”, Giza Sied said.

The union leader was strongly critical of the way the Cooperative Government of Rannon has handled the run-up to the situation, calling it “short-sighted” and “down right dangerous”.

The Union of Agriculture is in talks with the Jedi Order to assist farm owners in their time of need with most farmers we had interviewed feeling hopeful about their intervention. In the aftermath of the war, the general populace has seen no reduction in taxation, a concern for many. We reached out to the Cooperative Government of Rannon but they declined to comment.

– Jana Vondar, I.C.N Network

Greetings, Residents,

With the end of the campaign against the Wyld Empire, and the formation of the League of Sovereign Systems, we can finally take opportunity to draw breath and take a moment to celebrate the peace that seems upon us, at least for the moment. We have witnessed chaos, sought to mitigate the damage this might bring, and have seen victories and experienced loss in this great conflict, and that makes it all the more important that we take the time to reflect on what we have experienced, but also to rejoice at making it through such dire times.

The Jedi Council would like to firstly celebrate the many new young Initiates who have been welcomed into the Order within recent months: Mako Kogane, Linton Dorrey, TyriaJab, Rizka Barrow, Ilya Gampassa, Victor Blackheart, Lars Killen, Dooroor Devadd and Patina Lawrelle. You all join the Order at a time of transition as we move out of the throes of war and into the emerging sunlight of a new, hard-won peace, and we can only hope that your time spent training among us will continue without the tempests of conflict to overshadow it. Your light will serve as a beacon to guide the Galaxy through whatever obstacles we may yet face as this new era dawns.

Similarly, we would like to welcome those who have come to join the Rannon branch from other Enclaves within the Order: Nath, Sivara Upalia and Vis now join our students in their studies, whilst Jedi Tsilla Salkyn, Rozea Lhot, Helayna Bray and Varlo Racktor have come to serve as their teachers, adding their experience and wisdom to our ranks. We welcome all of you, and are glad that you have chosen to join us here on Rannon. We hope you soon come to think of this place as much of a home as any you have known in the past.

Kind regards,

– The Jedi Council