Well - it appears the attempts to cut us off from both the Core and most shipyard planets has been successful - unless we force an Invasion - which alot are strongly against - we're going to have to adjust plans.
It isn't a loss.
It was anticipated that this would happen...just not that quick.
Speed was mentioned and discouraged on our end - but you can expect things to pick up a bit with the OS. They're feisty and well driven group, which is a good thing. They're smart so let's be smart too!
Their next move will to be block us from additional northern territories - like Ilum most likely by taking Glee Anslem or something to complete that hex jump. Either way - anticipate core and north to Chiss space to belong to the OS.
So where does that leave us? Plenty of opportunity! So don't despair!
Bare with the leadership and the craziness - there is alot of time left in this event and we don't wanna spend the ENTIRE time dominioning anyways.
Keep your chins up and spirits high!