Q1 2015

Despite being resoundly unpopular, Farah Tariq is assigned the position of financial leadership at the recommendation of Commander Ambrosius to the pleasure of Egypt and Mexico. Meanwhile the Republicans of the United States stew at the idea of a Muslim woman being given a position of power and the Democracts are annoyed at this international scheme becoming even more controversial in local American politics.

For her part, Miss Tariq accepts her new position without a fuss, quietly moving to her new job and putting her old business into a trust to avoid any conflicts of interests.

Council Members
Argentina = Neutral (+10 Resources)
Australia = Neutral (+20 Resources)
Brazil = Neutral (+15 Resources)
Canada = Neutral (+20 Resources)
China = Neutral (+30 Resources)
Egypt = Mild Support (+6 Resources)
France = Neutral (+20 Resources)
Germany = Neutral (+20 Resources)
India = Neutral (+20 Resources)
Japan = Neutral (+20 Resources)
Mexico = Mild Support (+24 Resources)
Nigeria = Neutral (+10 Resources)
Russia = Neutral (+20 Resources)
South Africa = Neutral (+5 Resources)
United Kingdom = Neutral (+20 Resources)
United States = Mild Opposition (+28 Resources)

Stats.
Resources (R): 288 + 80 in reserve.
Political Support (PS): 50 (-1 per turn)
Free Dice: 0

Basing: None Available (+0)
Logistics: Small Surpluses (+2)
Manpower: Massive Reserves (+20)
Gear: Small Surpluses (+2)
Fuel: Small Surpluses (+2)
Medical: Small Surpluses (+2)
Supplies: Moderate Surpluses (+6)
Salvage: None (+0)

Infrastructure (3 Dice): +5

[] Alpha Base (Phase 1)
Located in the middle of Kansas in the United States, Alpha Base will be the centre of INDEX operations in North America. Alpha Base is planned to have substantial airpower and air-based logistical facilities to make up for a lack of sea access.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Basing)

[] Bravo Base (Phase 1)
Located in the Falkland Islands, Bravo Base will be the centre of INDEX operations in South America. Bravo Base will start off as the British government transferring their military facilities in the Falklands to INDEX so the international organisation can use them to fight alien menace.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Basing)

[] Charlie Base (Phase 1)
Located in Egypt along the Suez Canal, Charlie Base will be the centre of INDEX operations in Africa and the Middle East. Charlie Base will both provide a naval centre for INDEX and help secure the important trade route against the alien menace and more terrestrial hostiles.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Basing)

[] Delta Base (Phase 1)
Located in the Scottish Highlands, Delta Bae will be the centre of INDEX operations in Europe. Located in his home country, the Director has indicated that he intends for Delta Base to be the unofficial primary HQ for INDEX.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Basing) (+1 PS)

[] Echo Base (Phase 1)
Located in Hong Kong, Echo Base will be the centre of INDEX operations in Asia. While heavily urban civilian areas around it will limit military potential, Echo Base is intended to be a major R&D location for INDEX.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Basing)

[] Foxtrot Base (Phase 1)
Located in the Australian Outback, Foxtrot Base will be the centre of INDEX operations in Oceania. Relatively isolated, Foxtrot Base is intended to be a training site and unofficial HQ of the rapid response teams.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Basing)

Industry (4 Dice): +10

[] Top Off Stocks
While the Council has made sure to ensure that INDEX starts off with plenty of supplies, there is still some room for improvement. INDEX could reach out in a few minor ways to top off their current stockpiles without making any major undertakings to do so.
(0/100, 5 Resources per Die) (+1 Gear, +Fuel, +1 Medical, +1 Supplies)

[] Establish Supplier Contracts
While INDEX is being sufficiently supplied by the members of the Council for now, that will almost certainly change in the future as things heat up. Reaching out to various suppliers across the globe to arrange mutually beneficial contracts will help improve the logistical situation of INDEX.
(0/150, 10 Resources per Die) (+4 Logistics)

[] Acquiring Factories
Just as some businesses thrive, others fail or are forced to cut back. Snatch up some surplus or unwanted factories to repurpose to the needs of INDEX. While they won't be as secure as one of INDEX's bases, they will be more secure than relying upon external contractors.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+2 Basing)

Services (3 Dice): +5

[] Establish PR Office
Public relations might not be the high priority right now, but if things begin to get worse, it will be better to have a handle on public opinion. By establishing a PR office, INDEX will be able to prove its public image and keep the general populace calm and confident in the threat of the alien threat.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+2 PS)

[] Establish Recruitment Centres
INDEX currently has plenty of manpower available to it, but it will quickly eat into that excess as it expands. Setting up recruitment centres in Council countries will help ensure that INDEX will have a steady influx of new recruits.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+1 Manpower per turn)

[] Medical Outreach
While INDEX currently has plenty of medical support for its personnel, that may change in the future, especially if combat operations increase in intensity or number. Reaching out to various medical institutes in Council countries and forming agreements will help provide a buffer.
(0/120, 10 Resources per Die) (+3 Medical)

Research (2 Dice): +0

[] Analyse Alien Encounters
While there have only been a relatively small amount of alien encounters, there have been enough for INDEX's researchers to do a proper study of them. Have them comb over the available data to get a better understanding of the alien threat.
(0/100, 20 Resources per Die) (+1 PS)

[] Study A-Class UFOs
Called the A-Class due to a lack of a better term, A-Class UFOs are the first alien spacecraft to be publicly spotted in Earth's atmosphere. Have INDEX's researchers look into the currently available reports on these UFOs to try and figure out their purpose and capabilities.
(0/100, 20 Resources per Die) (+1 PS)

[] Investigate Experimental Technologies
There are several unmatured technologies native to Earth that are still in the experimental stage such as exoskeletons, lasers and railguns. Have INDEX's researchers look into their potential for use by INDEX.
(0/100, 20 Resources per Die)

Military (5 Dice): +0

[] Security Division
While INDEX has plenty of soldiers at its disposal, it lacks a dedicated security division. Organising a section of in-house security guards will help provide greater security than just using soldiers as the specialists will be trained for the job rather than being forced into due to a lack of better options.
(0/200, 15 Resources per Die) (-3 Manpower)

[] National Liaisons
INDEX may have access to the territory of the Council to fight back against this brewing alien invasion, but that isn't the same as coordinating and cooperating with the local military forces. Reach out to the various national militaries that INDEX will be interacting with to set up efficient lines of communications.
(0/100, 10 Resources per Die) (+1 PS)

Ground Division
[] New-Gen MTB Development
While they have been supplied with plenty of tanks by the Council members, INDEX's Ground Division desires a new Main Battle Tank with the latest technology to combat the alien menace, especially should the aliens begin to bring combat vehicles of their own.
(0/200, 30 Resources per Die)

[] New-Gen IFV Development
To transport into battle and support them in said battle, INDEX's Ground Division desires a new Infantry Fighting Vehicle to carry a small number of troops and then provide heavy fire support to them as they fight the alien menace.
(0/120, 20 Resources per Die)

[] New-Gen APC Development
INDEX's Ground Division wants a new Armoured Personnel Carrier to transport its infantry about in a timely manner. While they have been provided with plenty by the Council, the Ground Division desires one more specifically designed for their purposes.
(0/100, 20 Resources per Die)

Naval Division
[] Frigate Development
The Naval Division of INDEX desires a new frigate to act as a swift patrol ship to be able to rapidly react to alien threats at sea and provide fire support to ground forces in coastal regions.
(0/100, 20 Resources per Die)

[] Destroyer Development
A step up from a mere patrol ship, INDEX's Naval Division desires a new destroyer to act as a direct combat vessel against alien threats. Balancing speed with firepower, this new design will be able to engage alien threats in the sea, coastal regions and the sky.
(0/150, 25 Resources per Die)

[] Light Carrier Development
Rather than go for a few large fleet carriers, INDEX's Naval Division would prefer several smaller light carriers. While they won't be able to support as many aircraft, the greater spread of warships will allow them to cover a larger area and react faster to alien threats.
(0/200, 30 Resources per Die)

Aerial Division
[] Anti-UFO Interceptor Development
While modern aircraft seem up to the job of shooting down UFOs, none of them are purpose built for the job. INDEX's Aerial Division wants to design an aircraft for the specific purpose of shooting down alien aircraft.
(0/150, 25 Resources per Die) (+1 PS)

[] Combat Helicopter Development
To provide more efficient and prolonged air support to the ground forces, INDEX's Aerial Division wants a new combat helicopter. This new vehicle will be able to provide fire support and heavy firepower for prolonged periods to INDEX's ground forces.
(0/100, 15 Resources per Die)

SpecOps Division
[] Rapid Global Transport Development
The biggest limitation of INDEX's rapid response teams is their lack of speed global transport, requiring a team to be relatively local to react in time to any alien activity. The SpecOps Division wishes to change this by designing a transport to get their rapid response teams around the planet in a timely manner.
(0/120, 20 Resources per Die)

Administration (3 Dice): +0

[] Strategic Planning
While the bureaucracy is currently functional, there are ways in which it can be improved or streamlined for great efficiency. Implementing those efforts will have a noticeable if slight impact on the work of INDEX and will help with long term planning.
(0/200, 5 Resources per Die) (+1 to All Dice)

[] Recruitment Drives
INDEX has plenty of capable individuals working for it already, but there are plenty of other individuals and small organisations that could be incorporated into INDEX to improve it even further. Looking into possible new additions to be integrated into INDEX.
(DC30/50/70/90)

[] Security Review (Select Department)
Whether it be from a terrestrial or exterrestrial source, INDEX can expect external organisations to try and infiltrate it. Review one of its departments to see if INDEX can sniff out any spies or corruption within its ranks.
(DC40)


The first turn of the quest and not too much to say. The options are pretty straightforward, but bear in mind that some of them have secret narrative effects. Also keep in mind that your income is primarily from being funded by the Council and entirely so right now. I'll give you a bit of grace to get into things and you haven't got too many options to deal with it right now, but politics will be a major consideration as the quest goes on.

Also remember that no more than four dice may be put on a project each turn.

Please point out any spelling or grammar mistakes that you spot. Please quote them in the thread and explain what you think is wrong so I know what you are referring to. Feel free to ask questions for more details and information.