Background:

The complete fiction for launching this event can be found here: FICTION

Here is a brief synopsis of the Plot:

The Imperial fleet is exploring the nearby Garo System, when they are attacked by a mysterious alien armada.

An ongoing archeological dig at the Bronze Helix Observatory on Seraph is experiencing delays. Many secrets are sure to be found within these caves and tunnels.

The Alien Commander reports to his Superior. They are preparing for a counterattack and indicate that there may be a Spy present in the Imperial Court.

The Emperor visits Former Emperor Xen’mordin Palpatine. There is an exchange of intel for top secret plans…

Other Information:

Welcome to Chapter 1 of CSP’s ongoing Narrative Campaign. This campaign will feature member participation. At the conclusion of the event, a poll will be provided which will allow you to impact the direction of future installments. For a full breakdown of how it works, please see the Consul report dated 1/5/2024. You can find that here: REPORT

Scoring:

Each individual will earn five points per event they participate in. Participation is defined as a valid submission for an event. Simply signing up for an event or uploading an unqualified submission will not count. Participation will earn 5 points.

In addition to participation points, the top three individuals in each competition will earn placement modifier points.

First place will earn 4 points Second place will earn 3 points Third place will earn 2 points All other entries will earn 1 point Events themselves will have modifiers based on their perceived difficulty/level of effort required.

The modifier for fiction will be 3 The modifier for gaming/graphics/poetry will be 2 No modifier will be added to puzzle/trivia/flash events Grading formula: (Placement Score * Event Modifier) + Participation = Event Score

Point ties will be broken by comparing the number and position of finishes within the sub-competitions. e.g., If two participants have 30 points and Player A has two first place finishes and Player B has one first place and one second place the tie is broken in favor of Player A.

At the end of the competition, the individual scores for all sub-competitions will be added up, and the top three individuals will earn crescents for the overall competition.