Esstran Sector Declares its Sovereignty, Joins the Confederacy

Galactic Manufacturing Calls for Aid: Concerning Reports of Odd Behavior Denied by Chairman

Year 20 Day 304

While most of the galaxy was focused on Jakku, a surprise announcement came across the Galactic News Network that the planet Saarn as well as several others were transferred to the Confederacy of Independent Systems. Little was initially known in regards to the transaction, but careful investigation by the CNN has brought for the facts.

Siejo Kutol and Benjamin Najman became acquaintances when Kutol-Chan Industrial pledged support to the now defunct Dynali Corporation when they lost control of the Taspir System. Najman was the chairman of Dynali and had reached out to several neutral groups in the area for help. Both Siejo Kutol and Kran Chan were quick to report in and helped secure a large portion of Taspir I. Unfortunately for the Dynali Corporation, this was not enough and the Offensive ended with retreat.

Even though the Dynali Offensive technically ended in failure, Kutol and Ben remained close friends. Six months ago, after the Confederacy declared itself a sovereign government, Najman approached Kutol about assistance in the Illisurevimurasi Sector. Najman, and his new company known as the Galactic Manufacturing, needed assistance with shielding and defenses in the Serpine System. After turning the system over to the small government, Kutol himself lead the charge to get the shields up as well as correct the general statistics to the Outer Rim World.

The meeting on Day 303 in Illisurevimurasi City was meant to negotiate returning control of the Illisurevimurasi sector back the Galactic Manufacturing. But, according to records allegedly hacked from Kutol’s private T Series droid, that meeting never took place. The pair instead met at the local branch of the Greasy Sprocket tavern which was celebrating its grand opening.

After a night of lavishment, things became competitive. Kutol challenged Najman to a drinking competition out of glassware shaped like footware. Being a Tynnan, Najman appeared to be at a disadvantage against his Nautolan friend. He turned down the initial challenge. Kutol goated him on, betting his personal T Series droid as his wager and all the credits on his person. Najman accepted the challenge, beating Kutol soundly.

Kutol did not handle defeat well, cursing and throwing his footwear shaped glassware. Infurated at the loss, he pulled his lightsaber from a hidden pouch near the back of his tool belt and slammed it on the table, demanding a rematch with a test of strength. Based upon acquired scans, Kutol appeared heavily intoxicated at this point. When Mr. Najman asked what Kutol wanted in return, Kutol demanded “All you got!”

It seemed too easy. Seeing a chance at acquiring the rare piece, Najman laughed and accepted the challenge, feeling as if he would obviously win. Kutol dictated the terms. It would be an arm wrestling match. Najman’s confidence shrank as he realized the error in his ways. Kutol had modifications to his left arm. Notwithstanding, Najman was a rodent of his word and he accepted the challenge. He lost.

This morning, after the initial reports were released, Kutol met with a reporter inside the Civic Center in Illisurevimurasi City to provide clarification on the acquisition of the system. The following statement was made.

We did a real great job on Serpine, dropping 16 complete cities in a week. Benjamin and I had a private meeting last night that had been scheduled for months. While progress in Serpine was on the docket to be discussed, I was caught a little off guard when Benjamin mentioned his struggles in Saarn. As things had gone so well with Serpine, I let him know that the Confederate Government would be happy to assist Galactic manufacturing in management. That was it! Any story released that suggests to the contrary is simply false. Besides, regardless of how the system came under Confederate control, things should hopefully continue to move forward in the system as it has been for the last few months. We have plans to improve defense, improve infrastructure, lower taxes and crime in an effort. If shield access is required by an outside individual, they should contact Head of State Taldar Logas.

When reached for comment, Benjamin Najman was asked if he was disappointed by the outcome. Here is his statement.

Yeah! I spent over 20 billion credits acquiring these systems. I was definitely looking for more in return. Now all I have is this stupid droid.

Galactic Manufacturing dissolved this same day. Sources indicate that Mr. Najman likely will be joining up with the Confederacy to further assist in the day to day management of the Esstran Sector.