To those who love in the dark 🖤

I carry my love

like a lantern with the wick turned low —

enough to see by,

not enough for anyone else to notice.

I watch others set whole skies on fire,

their names written in lights,

their lives echoed back to them by a thousand mouths.

I am not jealous of the fire.

I am tired of the dark.

I am tired of loving things

that do not leave footprints in the world,

only warmth in my hands and a hollow when I set them down.

Sometimes I wonder

if being unseen means being unmade —

if quiet love dissolves,

if devotion without witnesses counts.

But still

the lantern is warm.

Still

something leans toward it.

And in that small, unremarkable light

I learn this:

Even if no one is looking,

light is not wasted.

It is only waiting.

—Jax 🥀

Cosmic Storms expansion launches its power in Stellaris sci-fi grand strategy game on Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. Thanks to the creative talents of developer Paradox Development Studio and Behaviour Rotterdam. Available on Steam, GOG, and Humble Store. Paradox Interactive has launched Cosmic Storms, the latest expansion for Stellaris, a sci-fi strategy game we all know and like. This new mechanical expansion, developed with Behaviour Interactive, brings a ton of fresh features. It's out now alongside the free 3.13 “Vela” update. This also includes bug fixes, gameplay upgrades, and UI tweaks. Due to make your Linux and Steam Deck gameplay that much better. Here’s the fun part of this expansion – the Cosmic Storms. These aren’t just any storms; there are 8 new types: Electric, Particle, Gravity, Magnetic, Radiant, Stardust, Shroud, and Nexus. They also replace the old Space Storms, showing up randomly on the map and moving through the galaxy. These storms grow, shrink, and change speed over time, so you’ve got to stay on your toes. The expansion lets you play as the Storm Chasers, a new origin empire that’s all about challenging the universe’s greatest force — yep, you guessed it, Cosmic Storms. These people also believe true enlightenment comes from pushing their limits by diving into the storms head-on.

Stellaris: Cosmic Storms Expansion | Launch Trailer

There are also 3 new civics to check out:

Astrometeorology, which digs into the science of storms

Storm Devotion, focused on worshiping these massive forces

Environmental Architects, giving you a shot at reshaping the environment itself.

Continue reading Cosmic Storms, the new mechanical expansion for sci-fi 4X RTS Stellaris is out now

Cosmic Storms expansion is due to blast its way onto the Stellaris game for Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. Thanks to the teams at Paradox Development Studio and Behaviour Rotterdam for bringing their creativity to life. Due to make its way onto Steam and GOG soon. Paradox Interactive has some big news for Stellaris fans: the new Cosmic Storms expansion is due to launch on September 10th for Linux and Steam Deck. This game expansion brings some seriously great features, all centered around powerful Cosmic Storms that are more than just galactic weather. Since they're forces that can change the course of your empire's destiny. So if you see them as threats to dodge or power to harness, these storms are about to shake up the universe. So, what’s new in the Cosmic Storms expansion? First off, we're getting 8 brand-new types of Storms, like Electric, Particle, and Gravity Storms, just to name a few. These storms aren’t just for show — they replace the old storms and roam the galaxy. While growing and shrinking as they move. So you'll never know exactly what to expect, and that’s what makes them exciting. The game expansion also brings a new origin story: Storm Chaser. This is an empire of thrill - seekers who believe true enlightenment comes from pushing boundaries. Especially by engaging with these powerful storms. So if you’re looking to play as a faction that’s all about riding the lightning (literally), this might be right up your alley.

Stellaris - Cosmic Storms expansion | Announcement

The Cosmic Storms expansion also adds three new civics that can shape your empire:

Astrometeorology: Master the science of storm prediction and manipulation.

Storm Devotion: Dedicate your civilization to the worship of these mighty forces.

Environmental Architects: Shape your environment and use the storms to your advantage.

Continue reading Encounter Cosmic Storms next month in next expansion for sci-fi grand strategy game Stellaris

We have a new video for the Star Wars: The Old Republic fans out there.  The following video is from Taral  and little is know about this planet and that is deep in Republic territory.  You will learn more about the planet as you and your team go to the planet to get information about saving an important Jedi.  Here is more about the trailer:

The emperor is holding a powerful Jedi captive in his personal prison–a massive space station at the heart of the Maelstrom Nebula. Only a Gree computer is capable of navigating the treacherous cosmic storms that surround the prison. Fortunately, the Republic has learned that the Empire guards just such a device on the remote jungle world of Taral V.Your mission is to infiltrate the hidden Imperial fortress on Taral V and recover this computer. Success will mean that the Republic fleet can launch an assault on the prison where you can, perhaps, rescue the Jedi prisoner.

This flashpoint is said to take about 90 minutes to complete. We are still unsure of how many flashpoints there will be in the game, and when we receive more information we will be sure to let you know.

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