Running a faction with the intent of controlling other players or altering the storyline might end up working, but whether you are successful or not, you're inevitably going to look like a huge jerk.
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brings us by a commodius vicus of recirculation back to Howth Castle and Environs.
Before buying that expensive new ship, try it out in Single Player mode. Make use of single player commands for fast cash, good rep and teleprting to certain bases