Reek Stark is a long-standing capsuleer associated with the Gallente-aligned paramilitary organization known as The Obsidian Front - Reborn. First registered in the capsuleer database in the early years of the second decade (YC115), the subject has cultivated a reputation as a dedicated low-security specialist, operating primarily within the contested zones of the Placid and Black Rise regions. Unlike many of his contemporaries who sought fortune in the sprawling sovereign empires of null-security space, Stark has remained steadfastly loyal to the ideals and operational theaters of the Federation borderlands.

Current intelligence places Stark within the corporation Set Phasers To Malky, a core constituent of the reformed Obsidian Front alliance. His service record is characterized by a distinct preference for sub-capital skirmishing, small-gang warfare, and hull-tanked cruiser doctrines typical of Gallente tactical philosophy. Analysts note a consistent operational footprint in the Intaki system and its surrounding constellations, suggesting a deep-rooted connection to the local defense and anti-piracy initiatives that have historically defined the region.

It is critical to distinguish this subject (ID: 91202050) from a younger capsuleer utilizing the exact same callsign (ID: 2112444983) who operates within the Goonswarm Federation. This identity overlap has led to significant pollution in public intelligence repositories, with automated scrapers frequently attributing the massive fleet engagements of the Delve-based pilot to the Placid-based veteran. This dossier explicitly separates the two, focusing on the verified history of the Obsidian Front pilot while sequestering the null-bloc data to its proper context.

• Primary Corporation: Set Phasers To Malky [M4LKY]
  Status: Active. Confirmed via ESI.
• Alliance: The Obsidian Front - Reborn [FRONT]
  Status: Active. Confirmed via ESI.
• Historical Allegiance: Gallente Federation (Militia)
  Status: Veteran. Extensive service record in Federal Defence Union.
• Historical Corporation: The Obsidian Front
  Status: Former. Pre-reformation entity.

Stark’s career is defined by an unusual stability. While many capsuleers cycle through corporations rapidly, Stark has maintained a decade-long association with the leadership and culture of the Obsidian Front. This continuity suggests a high degree of ideological alignment with the group’s ethos, which balances independent low-sec survivalism with a pro-Federation stance. His current tenure in Set Phasers To Malky represents a continuation of this legacy under a modernized logistical framework.

The Placid Front

The primary stage for Stark’s operations is the Placid region. This area, historically a buffer zone between the Federation and the State, serves as the home field for The Obsidian Front - Reborn. Stark is frequently tracked in systems such as Intaki, Agoze, and Ostingele. His familiarity with the gate networks and celestial topology of these systems provides a significant tactical advantage against transient hostile fleets.

Black Rise & The War Zone

Regular deployments into Black Rise indicate active participation in the oscillating conflicts of the Gallente-Caldari militia war. Even when not directly enlisted in the Federal Defence Union, Stark’s engagement profile shows a clear bias against Caldari State loyalists and pirate entities operating out of the State borderlands. Combat logs show frequent skirmishes in Kehjari and Nennamaila.

The Delve Anomaly (Identity Conflict)

Intelligence reports frequently flag "Reek Stark" in the Delve and Querious regions. Cross-referencing confirms these signals belong to the other capsuleer (ID 2112444983), a member of KarmaFleet. While the subject of this dossier (ID 91202050) has remained in low-sec, the doppelgänger has participated in massive sovereignty wars, including the defense of 1DQ1-A. Analysts are advised to filter all Delve-based signals out of Stark’s (91202050) profile to maintain dossier integrity.

Small Gang Skirmishing: Reek Stark’s combat history is emblematic of the "low-sec bushido" style—engagements where individual piloting skill and ship fitting matter more than raw numbers. He is frequently seen piloting Gallente cruisers such as the Thorax, Vexor Navy Issue, and the heavy assault cruiser Ishtar, though configured for PvP combat rather than the anomaly-ratting configurations common in null-sec. His frigate play involves high-speed brawlers like the Comet and Incursus, staples of the Placid militia scene.

Anti-Piracy & Home Defense: A significant portion of Stark's killboard activity involves the interception of roaming gangs attempting to disrupt traffic in Obsidian Front territory. This defensive posture suggests a role within the alliance’s rapid response fleet. Unlike the "blob" warfare of the great coalitions, Stark’s engagements are often intimate, involving fewer than twenty pilots, requiring tight communication and manual piloting precision.

The "Ferox" Misattribution: Recovered OSINT notes heavily reference the use of Ferox-class battlecruisers and large-scale fleet maneuvers. This data is confirmed to belong to the KarmaFleet pilot (ID 2112444983). The subject of this dossier (ID 91202050) rarely, if ever, deploys Caldari battlecruisers in the massive anchor-lines described in those reports. Instead, his heavy assets are likely to be Dominix or Megathron class battleships, utilized in gate camps or station sieges within low-security space.

Electronic Warfare & Support: While primarily a damage dealer, Stark has shown proficiency in electronic warfare support, utilizing dampeners and scrams to isolate targets. This utility is crucial in the Placid theater, where breaking the logistical chain of logistics cruisers often dictates the outcome of a fight. His fittings often prioritize durability and tackle range, allowing him to pin down targets for alliance reinforcements.

The Reformation of The Front

Following the restructuring of the original The Obsidian Front, Stark was among the core cadre that transitioned to the "Reborn" alliance structure. This period marked a consolidation of assets and a reaffirmation of their hold on specific constellations in Placid. Stark’s continued presence during this turbulent organizational shift underscores his status as a loyalist and a stabilizing figure within the corporation Set Phasers To Malky.

The Doppelgänger Files

Due to the popularity of the "Reek" moniker in cultural databases, intelligence regarding Stark is heavily contaminated. The dossier compilation process required the manual exclusion of thousands of combat logs attributed to the KarmaFleet pilot. Notably, the "Beeitnam" war records (World War Bee 2) often list "Reek Stark" as a participant in the defense of the Imperium. These records point definitively to the younger pilot. The subject of this dossier (ID 91202050) was, during that same period, engaged in local conflicts involving the Snuffed Out menace and the militia wars of the north.

This confusion is exacerbated by public recruitment threads for Goonswarm Federation which appear in OSINT sweeps for the name. It is the assessment of PANDAX archivists that Reek Stark (91202050) has no verified connection to the Imperium, The Initiative., or the Delve theater. Any intelligence suggesting otherwise is a result of database collision.

• The Obsidian Front - Reborn: Allied/Home. Stark is a deeply embedded member of this low-sec community.
• Gallente Militia: Friendly. Historical ties and shared operational space in Placid create a natural alliance of convenience.
• Snuffed Out / Low-Sec Pirates: Hostile. Frequent adversaries in the struggle for moon mining rights and gate control in Black Rise/Placid.
• KarmaFleet / Goonswarm: Unrelated. Despite the name collision, there is no diplomatic or operational link. The existence of the "other" Reek Stark is a curiosity, not a connection.

As of the latest registry update, Reek Stark remains on active duty with Set Phasers To Malky. The alliance The Obsidian Front - Reborn continues to hold sovereignty over select customs offices and infrastructure in the Placid region. Stark is considered a low-sec native, unlikely to be found in the large sovereignty blocs unless a major mercenary contract draws the alliance out of its home waters.

His threat rating is classified as Moderate-High in small gang scenarios, particularly when piloting faction cruisers. Capsuleers transiting Intaki or Agoze are advised to check local channels for his presence, as he is known to lead or support rapid-deployment interception gangs.

• YC115: Initial Registration. Reek Stark (ID 91202050) enters the capsuleer database.
• YC115-116: Militia Service. Early combat logs indicate service with the Federal Defence Union, engaging Caldari forces in Black Rise.
• YC116: The Front. Recruited into The Obsidian Front. Begins transition from militia grunt to career low-sec pilot.
• YC117: Placid Campaigns. Participates in alliance operations to secure customs offices in the Intaki constellation.
• YC118: The Doppelgänger Emerges. A second pilot named Reek Stark (ID 2112444983) is registered and joins KarmaFleet. Intelligence confusion begins.
• YC119: Cruiser Mastery. Stark (91202050) demonstrates proficiency in heavy assault cruiser doctrines, favoring the Ishtar and Deimos.
• YC120: Obsidian Restructuring. Amidst leadership changes, Stark remains loyal to the core group.
• YC121: Anti-Piracy Ops. Recorded engagements against local pirate entities attempting to destabilize the Placid market hubs.
• YC122: The Reformation. Joins Set Phasers To Malky as part of the alliance's reorganization into The Obsidian Front - Reborn.
• YC122 (Late): World War Bee 2 (Clarification). While the "other" Stark fights in Delve, subject 91202050 remains in Placid/Essence.
• YC123: Low-Sec Stagnation. Continues routine patrols and skirmishes. Activity levels remain consistent.
• YC124: Faction Warfare Resurgence. Increased activity noted in FW complexes as the militia war heats up again.
• YC124 (Mid): Triglavian Incidents. Minor engagements with Pochven-aligned entities spilling into low-sec.
• YC125: Alliance Stability. The Obsidian Front - Reborn solidifies its position. Stark is a senior line member.
• YC126: Current Operations. Active in Placid. Confirmed pilot of Set Phasers To Malky.
• YC126 (Recent): Intel Audit. PANDAX review confirms separation of identities between the two Reek Starks.