1999.229 (August 17, 1999)

Buy.com Under Kalkrath

Steven Takacs sent us a transcript of his conversation with Buy.com. Several weeks ago they sold their last copies of the much sought-after Kilrathi Saga.

Question:
I have heard rumors that those people who, like me, have ordered Kilrathi Saga will not be receiving them. Is this indeed true?
Answer:
Steven, Thank you for your inquiry regarding your order. Our records indicate that due to unanticipated demand, Wing Commander:Kilrathi Saga is currently on backorder. We expect a shipment to arrive from the manufacturer in approximately 4-6 weeks. We apologize for the delay and for any inconvenience it may have caused. Thank you for choosing BUY.COM

That's a bit different than the standard "we expect it in 1-2 weeks" response and would support the rumored October Kilrathi Saga rerelease, but we shall see. I still think KS DVD is a bit more likely at this point.

Volca-not!

Freddy Parkinson reports from Anhur. Anhur engineering firm Phew-merole has unveiled plans to cap the active volcano Ganitale, which borders the Stracyinn settlement. The project calls for a large Brikcrete plug to be inserted at the heart of the volcano by engineers wearing protective clothing. At present, the project is being delayed by low stocks of both Brikcrete and Enviro Suits, and work will commence once sufficient of both is available.