The Pilots Federation in Elite Dangerous is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Colonia with a new in-game event featuring the Colonia Fair, including the establishment of a mega market to boost the local economy and a likely hauling-focused community goal to support logistics from the bubble. Players can participate from the core systems without traveling to Colonia initially, and the community is encouraged to provide feedback on rewards and market stock as organizers prepare for the event.
The Pilots Federation in Elite Dangerous has initiated a new in-game event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Colonia, a distant human outpost located 22,000 light years from Earth. Players received an inbox message inviting all commanders to join the celebrations, which are supported by several major corporations, including Lakon. This marks a significant occasion for the community, highlighting Colonia’s importance within the game.
Central to the festivities is the Colonia Fair, an ambitious expo that will require extensive logistical support from the bubble, the core inhabited region of human space. The event aims not only to celebrate but also to boost the local economy of Colonia by establishing a new mega market. This market is expected to function similarly to Jameson Memorial in the bubble, providing easier access to ships, modules, and goods that are currently scarce in Colonia.
To facilitate the expo and the new market, a fleet of dedicated mega ships is being prepared to transport supplies from the bubble to Colonia. This suggests that a hauling-focused community goal will likely be introduced soon, possibly coinciding with the upcoming server refresh. While details remain scarce, the community goal will probably revolve around supporting the logistical efforts necessary to make the Colonia Fair and mega market a success.
Players interested in participating in the event are advised to stay within the core systems for now and await further instructions. Contrary to concerns about undertaking a lengthy 22,000 light-year journey to Colonia, commanders will be able to contribute to the event without traveling there initially. This approach makes the event more accessible and encourages wider participation across the player base.
The community is invited to share their thoughts on the potential new community goal and the types of rewards they would like to see. Additionally, players are encouraged to suggest what stock should be available at the new Colonia mega market. The organizers plan to keep the community updated as more information becomes available, fostering engagement and anticipation for the upcoming celebrations.