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[UPDATE] Sentinel - November 21st
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 		[UPDATE] Sentinel - November 21st
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Demand for Earth Goods Shakes Economy, Report Says
By ALWHIN COPI

A new report out from the Office of the Council today indicates that through the last quarter, Earth goods have continued to grow at an unprecedented rate, with no end in sight. For several months now, the markets have been affected by the the public's craze for Earth artefacts, food and culture, with companies bowing to the trend growing in leaps and bounds, devouring the market share from those companies that stood by their traditional product lines.

City Council Member Roy Yolen suggested that the report means the council should consider a luxury tax on Earth-style goods, in order to support flagging Perplexian businesses. "We need to protect our traditional way of life," he said. "We can't let who we are be frittered away because our youth are only interested in the next 'sharp' thing."

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Council leader Camryn Scott disagreed, saying that it was not a traditional Perplexian value to subsidise unsuccessful businesses, and that it would be against the spirit of the Council's governing mandate to "begin such bald-faced interference in matters out of our scope." This new report suggests that most year-end projections issued in the last several weeks will be inaccurate, as the demand for Earth-related items through the year-end buying season is likely to grow only stronger, against the widely-predicted return to more traditionally Perplexian goods. Many had seen this trend in consumer retail as a temporary fad, expecting business to soon return to normal, but in the wake of today's report, few continue to believe that the effects will be short-lived. The new report includes a survey of citizens suggesting that Earth-style goods this quarter will garner a staggering 240% larger share of the consumer retail market than the same period last year.

Some Perplex City cultural institutions -- such as the Brain Bender chain of puzzle bars, or fast food chain Crispy Heaven -- have both announced meaningful reductions in profit margins, anticipating 3% and 8% drops respectively. PCX senior managing director Giordana Moore said that given the popularity of news surrounding the quest for the Receda Cube on Earth, it isn't surprising that all things Earth are remaining hot. "As a culture, we're very engaged with Earth right now," she said. "It's a way for us to try to feel comfortable with the situation we find ourselves in now, of relying on the people of this strange place to help us."

In accordance with the report's predictions, several smaller companies have found themselves propelled up the PCX in recent weeks. Earthworks, Soupery and even Fraction Media have all announced record earnings, with Earthworks in particular reporting a booming business. Many other companies that have been trading in replica or Earth-inspired goods have seen profits soar.


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Half Million Points Earned to Date
By KATE BREWSTER

Last week, the Earth-based Cube retrieval team Sente has assembled blew through the half-million points mark, and have now earned nearly 560,000 points in total. This week's 61,000 points earned is one of the biggest since records became available to the Sentinel. There are roughly 1300 ranked players, now, with over 2700 registered. Analysts suggest that this week will see the ranks of the top players begin to spread out again, as second wave cards should be available starting this week. Players oliverkeers13 and Ryanandrew have dominated the top places for a few weeks now on mysteriously acquired second wave cards, but it is widely agreed that this is unlikely to remain the situation once more players have a crack at the second wave.

The number of players on the third spot swelled again, this week. There are now 25 players all tied with 1920 points. They are: Honest Goblin; Juxta; Bert; walther; solitair; lillyplop; gid; dusty; BrianEnigma; 5teven; nightingale; doublecross; ChalcoDoror; Mr.Shifter; TheBoy; josiah; Hunting4Treasur; Dooooog; thesaint; TeamMfM; Fathom; The Inquisition; RebusPrime; Langley Moor; and 0l1v3R.

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All of these players are from the UK or US; the top-ranked player from a third country is Australia's Sasja, whose 1859 points put her in 32nd place. Asia's top player is thelandofbob of Japan, who sits in 157th place with 1121 points overall.

This week's breakaway new player, Cheesy, has accrued over 1126 points since joining on 16th November. Cheesy has shot up to be the highest-ranked player from Luxembourg, in 153rd place. No other new player from the past week has yet accrued even 700 points, making him clearly the week's rising star.


News In Brief
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Joya Denies Claims

Joya announced today through her publicist that, despite reports that she is suffering from ailing health and spirits, both she and her baby are resting comfortably. Joya is currently avoiding the public eye as she reaches the final month of her pregnancy. (Full text)


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# Autumn Dryer Than Norm
# Wilkes Files Suit
# Council Ignores Critics


Futures (date was not updated)
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By Madame Bianca, for the week of November 14

The Maze (November 11 - December 10)
You seem to be drifting, sweetie. Maybe you should set some goals for yourself -- you know, something to work toward. Cast around and see if you can find some direction.

The Apple-Thief (December 11 - January 10)
That man is not truly brave who is afraid either to seem or to be, when it suits him, a coward.

The Hand (January 11 - February 10)
You need to experiment with some new things. I'm not talking high-stakes, here -- unless you really are ready to quit your job and start a nomadic life on the plains -- but you should at least try a new fruit.

The Baby (February 11 - March 10)
Honey, you are not as wonderful as you think you are, and what's more, everybody else already knows it. Time for an attitude adjustment, before your embarrassment factor hits the red line. They say humility is a virtue for a reason.

The Eagle (March 11 - April 10)
It's fine to be a little sorry for yourself for no reason, so long as it isn't every day. I suggest some Whipsmart and a fine selection of cinema, all from the comfort of your pyjamas. I hear the Linden remake of 'Fifteen Days' will give you a whole new outlook on life.

The Spider (April 11 - May 10)
A minor cold has the chance to turn into something much nastier unless you actually restrain yourself and rest a little for a few days. This may come as a shock to you, but the Mobius Strip will in fact not collapse if you don't hold it up on your shoulders.

The Wave (May 11 - June 10)
I can see your creative urges fighting their way to the surface. It's time for you to find a way to express yourself, pumpkin. Sing a song, paint a canvas, write a book -- it's the process that matters for you, not the end result.

The Archer (June 11 - July 10)
The nesting urge will strike you soon. Give in -- colder weather is definitely on its way, and it's so much nicer to be a recluse when your hermitage is appointed in some style.

The Half-filled Jug (July 11 - August 10)
Look, I'm not one to give away a secret, but there's something going on behind your back that you really want to know about. What say you keep your eyes and ears especially sharp for a while? I bet you could figure it out if you half tried.

The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)
You're in for a whole slew of bad luck, muffin. I suggest staying away from any game with an element of chance for a while -- particularly if you like paying your rent on time. This week you won't be winning on any sort of gamble. Let's hope the stars have mercy on your for next week.

The Three Balls (September 11 - October 10)
Oh, precious, you had to go and rock the boat, huh? I suggest keeping a very low profile for a few days. There's nothing wrong with turning off your key, or maybe getting a whole new one.

The Dice (October 11 - November 10)
My, my, what a refreshing burst of exuberance! While you may want to milk it for all it's worth, don't feel you need to attack the backlog of everything you felt you should've done over the last ten years -- this unexpected energy will only last if you take care to actually sleep at night.

And remember, don't jump if you can't land.

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 		This week's Apple Thief quote is by Edgar Allen Poe.

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The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)
You're in for a whole slew of bad luck, muffin. I suggest staying away from any game with an element of chance for a while -- particularly if you like paying your rent on time. This week you won't be winning on any sort of gamble. Let's hope the stars have mercy on your for next week.


"Hey everyone, stop playing LCP and buy the new packs of PPC cards instead".......... Smile
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 		Step - any chance of updating your articles with the links in the originals?

Cheers

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The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)
You're in for a whole slew of bad luck, muffin...


Great, just what I need Confused If my birthday was not in march then I would be worried.

On a more on-topic note, no Christmas in Perplex City...

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year-end buying season


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 		Yeah, just crappy winter solstice and PCAG instead, shame, I should have liked to trade pressies with our friends in PXC, here's hoping that we get prototype card xmas pressies from Sente with another murderously fun puzzle to boot.

Also hoping we get a nice festive themed live event.

I just had a thought, maybe with the onslaught of Earth goods perplexians will want to celebrate xmas anyway, how about someone suggesting it to Sente as a way to get the city's spirits up, could have fun results. Very Happy Very Happy Very Happy

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 		Gives me an idea for an Earth person to get some lecks if the link between worlds is able to. (I think it is, how did you think the Cube got here?) Bring some stuff (especially technology, jewellery and gold) from Earth, and trade a bit of it for a key (Do this first) and the rest for lecks.

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I just had a thought, maybe with the onslaught of Earth goods perplexians will want to celebrate xmas anyway, how about someone suggesting it to Sente as a way to get the city's spirits up


Oddly, I recently wrote an article for the sentinel (while I was drunk Rolling Eyes ) and if it gets published perplex city will never want to celebrate 'Christmas' in it's current format.
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The Dragon (August 11 - September 10)
You're in for a whole slew of bad luck, muffin. I suggest staying away from any game with an element of chance for a while -- particularly if you like paying your rent on time. This week you won't be winning on any sort of gamble. Let's hope the stars have mercy on your for next week.


Is it just me or is this aimed directly at Violet? We know she's a Dragon (so to speak) and has already said she pays for her place on the strip through Poker games? Oo-er!!
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