Revised Global Broadcast Collage: “The Hollow Crown Conspiracy”

(A series of media reports attempting to piece together a violent and mysterious event.)

1. New Haven Central Network (NHN) – 24 Oct 2629, 06:00 hrs

(Official state-run channel, calm and professional, with rising undercurrents of tension as they try to make sense of the chaos.)

Anchor Alys Merin:
“Good morning, New Haven. The annual Scare Fest parade, which is traditionally a time of celebration, turned to tragedy last night. A deadly explosion ripped through a section of the parade route in Central District, leaving over seventy dead and dozens more injured. The blast originated near a heavily guarded VIP float, which authorities are currently investigating.
The explosion appears to have been a well-orchestrated attack, though no group has officially claimed responsibility. Law enforcement believes it was an act of terrorism, designed to send a message—though who it was directed at is still unclear.
What we do know is that among the casualties was Tom Riddle, the infamous enforcer for the Orion Syndicate. Riddle, known for his brutal enforcement methods, was a fixture of New Haven’s criminal underworld. Was his death connected to the attack? Was this a move by a rival faction within the city?
We’ll continue to monitor developments, as the investigation continues into what may be one of the most high-profile attacks on the city in recent memory.”

(The camera cuts to the aftermath: emergency workers rushing to the scene, bodies being covered, with the faint outline of a VIP float still visible in the background, now mangled and burnt.)

2. ZOFT MEDIA CULTURE CHANNEL – 24 Oct 2629, 10:40 hrs

(Zoft, with its typical edgy and sensational tone, now trying to spark interest and controversy by hinting at something bigger.)

Host Venn Karo:
“What was supposed to be a night of spectacle has turned into a bloodbath. The Scare Fest was interrupted by an explosion of unimaginable force, killing dozens in an instant.
But this wasn’t your average attack—this was precision. Reports are coming in that the explosion targeted a specific VIP section, and local rumors suggest it was a direct message to someone… or something. We’re hearing whispers of a rogue faction, calling themselves Triune, having a hand in this, though the authorities have yet to confirm anything.
The death of Tom Riddle—the Riddle—seems to be more than just coincidence. He was in that section when the blast went off. Could this be a move by one of the Syndicates to take control of Riddle’s operations? Or is there something more going on behind the scenes?
And if this was indeed an attack by Triune, what does that mean for the future of New Haven? We’ll be digging into that in the hours to come—don’t go anywhere.”

(Footage cuts to the blast site, with images of burned-out floats, broken street lights, and shocked citizens trying to comprehend the scale of the tragedy.)

3. UNDERGROUND NEWS NETWORK (UNN) – 24 Oct 2629, 12:05 hrs

(Independent, rogue journalism out of the Warrens; tone: unveiling the hidden and unexplained, hinting at conspiracy and suppressed truths.)

Reporter Ash Radley:
“What you’re not being told by the state-run networks is that this wasn’t just some random attack. No, this explosion was a message.
The Scare Fest parade was supposed to be a celebration. But it was hijacked by something far darker. The VIP section targeted by the explosion? That wasn’t just a coincidence—it was strategic.
Our sources within the Syndicates claim that Tom Riddle wasn’t just a victim of the blast—he was the target. And we’re hearing rumblings that Triune, an underground group with ambitions to tear down the city’s criminal power structures, is behind it. But who are they, really? And what’s their connection to the Syndicates?
Don’t let the so-called ‘official’ story fool you. This is about more than just one man’s death. This is about shifting allegiances, power plays, and a city teetering on the edge of chaos. Stay tuned, because the truth is far uglier than they want you to believe.”

(Footage flickers with shadowy figures, encrypted messages, and dark alleys—an underground vibe, revealing something larger at play in the city’s criminal underbelly.)

4. PIRATE FREQUENCY 99.9 “THE WIRETONGUE” – 24 Oct 2629, 00:03 hrs

(Pirate radio, rebellious and raw, airing speculation and stoking the fire of rebellion.)

DJ Ratt:
“Alright folks, here it is. The Scare Fest—it was supposed to be just another stupid parade, but guess what? Someone took that shit and blew it up. And the man behind that explosion? You know his name—Tom Riddle. But don’t be fooled, that wasn’t the target.
Nah, this was a hit on the entire Orion Syndicate. The Triune has made its move, and let me tell you something: the old gods are falling. The Syndicate’s time is running out. And now, Riddle’s dead.
We’re talking about a guy who has personally dismembered more people than I’ve had hot meals, and now he’s dust. They’re telling you it’s just another bombing, but this is the beginning of something big. You can feel it in the streets—the balance is shifting.
Are we finally going to see the fall of the Syndicates? I don’t know. But I’ll tell you this much: when the Triune starts making moves like this, someone’s gonna take notice. And it won’t be the last explosion, that’s for sure.”

(Background music kicks in—raw, punk, anti-establishment—fueling the energy of rebellion.)

5. GLOBAL WIRE SERVICE (Neutral Archive Summary) – 25 Oct 2629, 14:00 hrs

(Neutral outlet, offering a detached view but hinting at political undertones of the event.)

*“The Scare Fest parade, a longstanding tradition in New Haven, was tragically marred by an explosion that claimed the lives of over seventy individuals. The blast, which originated near a VIP section of the parade, has left authorities scrambling to determine who was responsible.
Preliminary investigations point to a rogue faction known as Triune, though no group has officially claimed responsibility. Tom Riddle, a notorious enforcer for the Orion Syndicate, was among those killed in the blast, but questions remain regarding the true motive behind the attack.
The explosion has sparked further unease about the fragility of power structures in New Haven, with rumors circulating that internal conflicts within the Syndicates, and the rise of rival factions, may be contributing to a period of instability in the city.
While the authorities maintain control, the question on everyone’s mind is: Will this explosion be the catalyst for a larger war in New Haven, and what impact will it have on the future of the city?”*

Post-Broadcast Reflection

Now, with the Triune revealed as the perpetrators behind the bombing, the media is actively speculating on the political, social, and criminal repercussions of the attack. The focus is on the uncertainty of what comes next: a shift in power, rising tensions, and how these events threaten the Syndicates' control of the city. The true cause behind Riddle’s death and the destruction at Scare Fest remains murky, with underground groups pushing forward the idea that this is just the beginning of something larger.