Comrades, I bring disturbing news. During my first cruise in the Saratov, I decided to take it on a routine patrol of the Omega systems. Early on, I had received reports that Joker and his thugs, as well as CR ships were operating in Omega-7, so I went there to investigate. I found no signs of the Joker's presence, but at Frestadt base, I found three CR ships (Image).
Scans indicated that all three were Nyx-class Very Heavy Fighters. Two of them used standard IMG weapons, while the third equipped "DULZIAN" type experimental weapons. After speaking with them a bit, I learned that they're presence was not a temporary visit. The Colonial Remnant seems to be interested in expanding it's sphere of influence into the Omega systems. They claimed they were there to protect IMG interests.
Also at Freistadt, I found three non-aligned Corsair pirates attacking a Republican Behemoth-class transport. The transport was holding it's own, but there was no way that it could've held out against all three for long. I moved in and engaged the pirates. Between the two of us, we destroyed two of the pirate ships, and drove off the third. The transport's Captain promised to carry home news of how the Coalition protected them from harm.
During this engagement, the Colonials did not lift a finger to assist, stating that it wasn't their concern. I hardly believe that allowing piracy in front of their bases is in the IMG's interests, so that suggests either an ulterior motive on the CR's part, or that they have an arrangement with the Corsairs. As we came out of the battle with the Corsairs without a scratch, I considered attacking the Colonial forces as well, but decided against it. I felt that three trained military pilots would prove a more difficult enemy than a rag-tag band of pirates, especially with Freistadt's guns backing them up.
I certify this report to be complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.