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Part 3: Episode 10 Trade operations begin...An old benefactor is found...New enemies reveal themselves...Old enemies thought long dead return... The Korsan Empire is on its last legs, but to finish them, Nathan Scott must cross one ethical line in order to avoid crossing another. It seems there are enemies everywhere, and some of them are hidden in unexpected places. "Enemies of my Enemy" is the 10th episode in Part 3 of the Frontiers Saga: Fringe Worlds.

A freelance reporter struggling to get into the 'big time'...A rookie officer starting her career in public safety...A cargo ship captain trying to outlive a terminal illness that has no cure...A bounty hunter returning a long-hunted fugitive to Earth...A terrible plague that threatens to destroy the human race... The 25th century is not starting off very well. "Fall of the Core" is a 150,000 word stand-alone novel in the Frontiers Saga Universe."

Part 3: Episode 8 Forced to trust a captured crew...A pair of assets in need of repair...An enemy pursuing them across the galaxy...An ambush ahead that they cannot avoid... The Free Fleet has captured two of the largest assets ever created, but those they took them from will not give them up without a fight. Unfortunately, there is only one way to shake the pursuit, and their enemy knows this. The Free Fleet is about to face their biggest battle yet, and the odds will not be in their favor. "A Few Against Many" is the 8th episode in Part 3 of the Frontiers Saga: Fringe Worlds.

Part 3: Episode 7 Getting to know old friends again...Getting their hands on improved tech...Unchaining the limits of their ability to protect...A chance at a pair of assets that could change things forever... The Free Fleet now has a powerful partner in the Ghatazhak. Together, they will finally be able to bring peace and prosperity to the fringe, and beyond. "Rise of an Empire" is the 7th episode in Part 3 of the Frontiers Saga: Fringe Worlds.

Part 3: Episode 6 A cargo ship in distress...A mysterious stowaway in an SA pod...A crash-landing on a distant, unexplored world...An unexpected rescue by an equally unexpected friend... Captain Scott and his cohorts are lost in space, and time is running out. To make matters worse, the Free Fleet are not the only ones looking for them. "EVOLUTION" is the 6th episode in Part 3 of the Frontiers Saga: Fringe Worlds.

Part 3: Episode 9 Another conspiracy discovered...Another threat on the horizon...Another world they can help...An idea that could change the galaxy... The Korsan have declared themselves an empire, and have their sights set on the destruction of the Free Fleet. Now, Nathan Scott must figure out how to hold the Korsan fleet at bay while they repair their ships and get their newly acquired battle platforms out of danger. "Lesser of Two Evils" is the 9th episode in Part 3 of the Frontiers Saga: Fringe Worlds.

Episode 3.2 Stranded on an inhospitable planet...Lost in an unknown time...Faced with an unfamiliar galaxy...And a dear friend nearing death... Nathan Scott and the crew of the Aurora must make alliances quickly, or they will lose one of their own.

Part 2: Episode 3 The enemy tightens its grip...Friends suffer a terrible blow...Difficult decisions must be made...Old comrades find a way to come together... Captain Tuplo must finally make the decision that has been haunting him since he learned the truth about his origins only a week ago. The fact that billions of lives may hang in the balance isn't making it any easier. Will Connor be able to face the demons of his past?

Episode 2.5 An entire sector in turmoil...Neighbors who appear unconcerned...A favor asked of an old friend...Sacrifices made for the good of humanity... Before they can challenge the Dusahn and prevent them from expanding their empire further, the Karuzari must first gather much needed resources. But doing so could be more difficult than anticipated.

Episode 1.7 A newly repaired ship...A willing and eager crew...A host of new technologies...A long anticipated return home... The crew of the UES Aurora finally has the chance to fulfill their mission, but first they must complete a long and dangerous journey across a thousand light years of unexplored space.

Episode 2.12 An enemy in retreat...A new world to protect...A new potential ally on the horizon...A new chance to go on the offensive... The Dusahn have taken a massive blow, and with the Aurora's improved jump range, Captain Scott and the Karuzari Alliance can finally keep them at arms length. Now, a previously unknown world may hold the key to defeating the Dusahn, and possibly even to bring peace to the entire galaxy. The question is; Can they be trusted?

Episode 1.11 A world in chaos...An eager new ally...A newly acquired ship...An even greater threat on its way... Captain Nathan Scott must decide whether to stand and fight to the end, or live to fight another day... even if it means the end of his world.

Episode 2.13 A host of new allies...A plethora of advanced technologies...A daring gamble to advance their forces...A chance to retake lost worlds once and for all... The Dusahn have been backed into a corner, barely able to hold the worlds of the Pentaurus cluster, let alone the entire sector. Forced to dig in, they may have to resort to drastic measures to save their fledgling empire.Captain Scott must use all his military and diplomatic skills to prepare his forces for the final assault on the Dusahn Empire. But he cannot do it alone. He needs help, and lots of it.

Episode 1.9 A chance to gain much needed resources...A group of highly trained, merciless soldiers...A half-completed ship on a trajectory to nowhere...A lone operative on familiar yet dangerous ground... Captain Scott and the crew of the Aurora have a chance to get everything they need to liberate their home world, but they may have to fight someone else's war first.

Episode 1.12 A new ally providing aid...An old ally joining the fight...Their resources growing with each passing day...Their home world finally on the road to recovery... Things finally seem to be coming together for Captain Scott and the Alliance, as he takes his forces on the offensive. However, the Jung may in turn give him more trouble than he bargained for.

Episode 1.5 A time to recover...A chance to make a new ally...A brief respite to repair and rearm...An opportunity for a people to regain their honor... For every civilization there comes a moment when a stand must be made against tyranny.The time has come for the Alliance to draw a line in the sand.

Episode 2.14 An enemy lashing out in desperation...An alliance poised to expand...A new fleet of ships to help them...A covert mission to get answers... The Dusahn Empire has been contained for the moment. But there is much work to be done in order to keep them from reasserting their dominance over the Pentaurus sector. As much as Captain Scott wants to see the Empire destroyed, he may have no choice but to find a way to coexist with them.

Episode 3.1 A new ship...A new crew...A new crisis...A friend at risk... The Confederated Systems Alliance has spread to dozens of systems, creating the first true interstellar alliance dedicated to bringing peace and prosperity to all inhabited worlds. Unfortunately, some see this new alliance as a threat to their own seats of power, and would do anything to stop it. After a well deserved rest, Captain Nathan Scott is once again called into action. This time, it is not the fate of the galaxy that is on his shoulders, but the life of one of his dearest friends. But not all is as it appears.

Episode 3.3 A new foe arises...An ugly truth emerges...A long lost friend returns...An iconic ship flies into battle... Captain Scott and the crew of the Aurora face the reality of a galaxy that is, in many ways, worse off than the one they left behind. But in doing so, they discover a new mission for the Aurora's namesake, her captain, and her crew. "Liberty and Truth, Peace and Prosperity" is the 3rd episode in Part 3 of the Frontiers Saga: Fringe Worlds. Episode 4 is coming soon!

Episode 1.8 A world divided...A ship under construction...A military scrambling to prepare a defense...A moment that everyone hoped would never come... The Earth Defense Force must find a way to defend their world against invasion by the Jung Empire. More importantly, they must protect their newest ship, the UES Celestia, as she may be their last hope.

Episode 2.7 Old allies go dark...New worlds join the fight...A rescue from an enemy held world...A lone operative with a dangerous plan... The Karuzari finally have the support of an industrialized system, but they need time to build their forces. Unfortunately, time is the one thing they may not have. Captain Scott now faces a difficult decision: To risk it all on a single roll-of-the-dice, or to turn his back on an old friend, and a plan that could buy them the time they so desperately need?

Episode 1.14 A ship in the hands of their enemy...A liberation gone wrong...A chance to double their ranks...A bold and daring plan... Their support from the Pentaurus cluster dwindling fast, the Alliance faces new and unpleasant realities in the Sol sector. But untoward changes also bring unexpected opportunities... The 'trick' is in how you use them.

Episode 2.15 Empires at the brink of war...A galactic alliance on the horizon...Worlds on the verge of destruction...Comrades taking up arms against one another... Nathan Scott must use all his cunning to save not only his own world, but the worlds of his friends and his enemies. But to do so, he must make a deal with the devil, and risk everything on a fight no one believes he can win.

Episode 1.15 New forces grow...Old friends are lost...New alliances are forged...Old weapons are made new... With political unrest growing, the Alliance must rush to rebuild their fleet and expand their 'sphere of influence' before their support runs out. But when the Jung up the ante, the Alliance must turn up the heat. Captain Nathan Scott and the Sol-Pentaurus Alliance must put everything on the line to save the Sol sector once and for all.

Episode 2.1 A cease-fire that has lasted seven years...Worlds half-destroyed that have been rebuilt anew...Friends and crewmates scattered light-years apart...New leaders that would be kings... The Jung threat has been renewed, in ways not imagined. It will take a new savior to inspire the masses, and once again lead those willing to fight against oppression. But who will the new savior be?

Episode 1.13 The liberation old worlds...The addition of new allies...The fall of a regime...The death of a trusted friend... The Aurora begins clearing a 20 light year sphere of safety around Earth, taking out Jung forces as they liberate the core systems. However, Captain Scott and the Alliance quickly discover that not every world wants to be liberated, and the Jung have a few surprises of their own.

Episode 2.4 An old leader born anew...A legendary ship at his disposal...A desperate crisis born of chaos...Needed allies out of unforeseen events... Nathan Scott has finally returned to lead the new Karuzari in a rebellion against the Dusahn Empire. But first, he will need to secure a ship to accommodate those who have already joined their cause. The question is; How much of him is now Nathan, and how much is still Connor?

Episode 2.9 A chance to gain resources...A need to prepare a defense...A trap about to be sprung...An opportunity for justice... As his sister faces a critical moment, Captain Scott must chase his friends to regions he has yet to travel. Sometimes, you just have to take risks for those you care about. Sometimes, quite often.

Episode 2.10 A ship unable to defend itself...A captain determined to revive her...Worlds dependent on them both to survive...An enemy bent on their destruction... With the Aurora unable to fight, the Karuzari Alliance must find a way to not only repair their flagship, but to make the enemy pay dearly. Sometimes, you just have to make do with what you've got.

Episode 1.6 Time is running out...An ally has all but fallen...Resources are running low...The time for attack has come... The Alliance must strike deep into the heart of the empire.This time, the Aurora will be going home, or going to her grave.