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''Mutabilis'' is an [[Oolite]] novella by [[Drew Wagar]]. It is the sequel to [[Status Quo]] and the second part of the Oolite Saga.
  
 
== Introduction ==
 
== Introduction ==
 
This is a short story based on Oolite, the sequel to '[[Status Quo]]' by [[Drew Wagar]].
 
  
 
"When a series of linked murders forces GalCop to outlaw the shadow organisation known as 'The Dark Wheel', a mysterious top secret document must be found in order to stave off a Galactic conflict. The document contains a  devastating secret; the key to power, domination and control. A secret as old as space itself, the location of the legendary planet [[Raxxla]]."
 
"When a series of linked murders forces GalCop to outlaw the shadow organisation known as 'The Dark Wheel', a mysterious top secret document must be found in order to stave off a Galactic conflict. The document contains a  devastating secret; the key to power, domination and control. A secret as old as space itself, the location of the legendary planet [[Raxxla]]."
  
Readers are welcome to submit feedback and comments to the author via his [http://www.wagar.org.uk website].
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There is also a [http://www.facebook.com/drewwagarwriter facebook fan page].
 
 
== Competition ==
 
 
 
A competition to design a cover for the book is currently running. For rules and details on how to enter, please refer to [http://aegidian.org/bb/viewtopic.php?t=5045 this thread]. The winner will see their artwork on the cover of the book, and as with [[Status Quo]], this will be available as a hardcopy via Cafepress, once all chapters have been released.
 
 
 
== Feedback so far ==
 
 
 
Cracking start - I'm hooked already!
 
 
 
Ohh. That was brilliant. I really like the tension that builds up at the end of the chapter.
 
 
 
Absolutely superb! A gripping plot from the start, characters and scenes that are the result of a very creative imagination and lucidly expressed. Can't wait for the next chapter!
 
 
 
Excellent! Love it. I eagerly await the next chapter!
 
 
 
It's going to be a ripping roaring ride!
 
 
 
This is great... keep it coming!
 
 
 
Excellent stuff, tension building up nicely!
 
 
 
Bravo!
 
 
 
Hilarious!!! (Chapter Three)
 
 
 
...fantastically written!
 
 
 
Superb. You have surpassed yourself. Beautifully executed.
 
 
 
Damn fine writing!
 
  
Great stuff!!!
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== Downloads ==
  
Superb as ever! I am so enjoying this!
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*You can download the story from this [https://www.drewwagar.com/elect/ website].
 
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*Or you can download [[Ship Library Book-Mutabilis]] (through the in-game [[Expansions Manager]]) for your [[Ship's Library OXP]]. You can then read it on an [[MFD]] while flying!
Keep up the splendid work!
 
 
 
I'm back in the 1s 6d seats on a Saturday morning waiting for the next episode!
 
 
 
== Characters ==
 
 
 
Jim McKenna
 
 
 
[[Rebecca Weston]]
 
 
 
The Assassin/ Agent
 
 
 
Zerz Furvell
 
 
 
Anna Mereso
 
 
 
Galcop Chief of Staff
 
 
 
Galcop President
 
 
 
M5
 
 
 
== Downloads / Hardcopy ==
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_One.pdf Chapter One].
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_Two.pdf Chapter Two].
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_Three.pdf Chapter Three].
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_Four.pdf Chapter Four].
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_Five.pdf Chapter Five].
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_Six.pdf Chapter Six].
 
 
 
[http://www.wagar.org.uk/downloads/book/oolite/Mutabilis_Chapter_Seven.pdf Chapter Seven].
 
 
 
Chapter Eight will be available by early AM on the 1st of November.
 
  
 
== Notes ==
 
== Notes ==
  
Mutabilis is set two years after [[Status Quo]], in the year 3140. This is two years before the unofficial Oolite timeframe of 3142, and 15 years after the events of Elite itself in 3125. Dates are based upon David Hughes' unofficial (but excellent) [http://hughesd.co.uk/elite/utf_4timeline.asp timeline].
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Mutabilis is set two years after the events of Status Quo, in the year 3140. This is two years before official game time of Oolite, the year 3142.
 
 
The Planet Oresrati, as featured in this story, is a real Oolite Planet and can be found in Galaxy 8 as per the route in the story.
 
 
 
Captain Hesperus, as featured in Chapter Three, has his own [http://wiki.alioth.net/index.php/User:Captain_Hesperus 'unique' biography], and can be found live and in person on the Oolite [http://www.aegidian.org/bb Forums].
 
 
 
Mutabilis features a number of different ships. The [[Cobra Courier]], the [[Imperial Courier]], the [[Constrictor]] (which was a special mission in the original BBC version of Elite, and has been included in Oolite), and the [http://www.purgatori.net/Isis_Interstellar.htm Vampire].
 
  
To play Oolite with most of the features represented in Status Quo and Mutabilis, gamers may wish to install the following OXPs:
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The cover design for Mutabilis was the subject of a competition. The winning entry was produced by Neil Badman and is used for both the online and hardcopy versions. You can see all the other entries below. These are also included in the online version of the story.
  
Tianve Pulsar, Famous Planets, Tionisla Graveyard, System Redux, Boy Racers, Cobra Courier, Imperial Courier, Oo_Haul, Lave, Tori and the Vampire.
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<gallery caption="Mutabilis Cover Entries" widths="80px" heights="80px" perrow="5">
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Image:Mutabilisdrew.JPG|Drew Wagar
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Image:Mutabilissteveclarke.png|Steve Clarke
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Image:Mutabiliskevinhunt.png|Kevin Hunt
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Image:Mutabilisdennispederson.jpg|Dennis Thony Pedersen
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Image:Mutabiliskillerwolf.jpg|Killer Wolf
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Image:Mutabilisduncan.jpg|Duncan (artwork by Jonathan Schedin)
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Image:Mutabilisramon.png|Ramon
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Image:Mutabilisboblavellee.png|Bob Lavellee
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Image:Mutabilisneilbadman.png|Neil Badman
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[[Category:Oolite stories]]
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Latest revision as of 13:29, 3 March 2023

Mutabilis. Cover by Neil Badman

Mutabilis is an Oolite novella by Drew Wagar. It is the sequel to Status Quo and the second part of the Oolite Saga.

Introduction

"When a series of linked murders forces GalCop to outlaw the shadow organisation known as 'The Dark Wheel', a mysterious top secret document must be found in order to stave off a Galactic conflict. The document contains a devastating secret; the key to power, domination and control. A secret as old as space itself, the location of the legendary planet Raxxla."

There is also a facebook fan page.

Downloads

Notes

Mutabilis is set two years after the events of Status Quo, in the year 3140. This is two years before official game time of Oolite, the year 3142.

The cover design for Mutabilis was the subject of a competition. The winning entry was produced by Neil Badman and is used for both the online and hardcopy versions. You can see all the other entries below. These are also included in the online version of the story.