Game Log – Week 24

Monday – August 13

The world wide reactions to the American Civil war start to be felt. Stock Markets already on shaky legs, crash. Confidence in the US dollar and the US ability to pay its debts is lost. Even the British distance themselves, saying “We are happy to help, if we can, but any payments must be arranged in solid goods; equipment or raw materials.”

Reports about the war are fragmented – Most stories are official propaganda claiming that it will all be over soon, because the rebels do not stand a chance. More accurate accounts talk about the confused fighting on military bases, which did not have a clear side in control before the fighting started on Saturday. Also there is the obvious battle for air superiority, which involves both sides launching strikes against high profile targets.

In general American news reports – Unemployment is the top problem. After the economic sanctions imposed by China almost half the people were out of work. With the start of the civil war, many people fear going outside at all.  Some continue at their jobs, others just hide at home.

At home – John the political activist, starts reminding people that the war is not the real issue, nor is the government the real enemy. The greedy corporations are the root of all evil. “The troubles coming are just a distraction, the suffering people are about to endure will be meaningless, unless something can be done to change the system. People have to stand up and demand change. Never mind the media slogans that ‘now is not the time to protest’ it damn well is the time, not only to protest but to act. If people do nothing there will be death and destruction, yet the corporations will come out unhurt and still in power.” He says.

Tuesday – August 14

After Marco assembles a short wave radio, he and Major Stone drive a few dozen miles off to make a radio contact. Stone explains his situation to his CO; the kids are fine and the situation is viable. He also makes a request for equipment to help fortify the base. They tell him to check back in 4 days for the details about the shipment.

John attends a meeting at the university to talk about making some sort of strike against the corporations who are really to blame for the state of world affairs. The idea of a large Labor Day event is suggested.

Wednesday – August 15

In the war reports it becomes clear that neither side is having much success with quick missile strikes. Unlike most American wars in the recent past, where they have had a huge technological advantage over their opponent and been able to make unopposed strikes, in this war both sides are equally matched, using exactly the same equipment.  In short, anti-aircraft and anti-missile systems prove to be very effective. The quick knock out blows that both sides had been trying to make, largely failed.

In other news; eccentric billionaire Richard Branson, owner of the Virgin Group of companies, made a stunning announcement. Unlike other companies who are downsizing because of the economic disaster unfolding he will be reorganizing to channel most of his resources into a new division of Virgin Galactic. Virgin Luna will enter into partnership with other space agencies in the attempt to put a base on the moon, with in one year !

Thursday – August 16

At home a group meeting is held to talk about the possible targets of attack. Radical activists, including John, aim to blow up some corporate assets for Labor Day. Some of the group think it’s a great idea, others think it is to dangerous. Everyone agrees that if it is done, it must be done in a way so that no body gets killed. Although city hall is suggested as a target, John reminds everyone that its corporations, not government, who should be in focus on Labor Day.

Friday – August 17

Marco and Stone take a drive with the short wave radio to a random stop away from the camp. The Major contacts his CO and requests some non-lethal weapons be included with the care package. ( there are some very cool tazer guns Iv seen reviews for ) The delivery unfortunately can not be direct, the 20ft ISO box will be sent across the boarder in the west, aimed at Winnipeg. It will officially be a load of e-waist, junk electronics and old computer parts.  Scott the group’s trucker is given the job of going to get it, a 8 to 10 day round trip. He plans to see if he can get a load of cargo to hall out west, to help pay the gas he will be spending.