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He'll still be despised by not only some Rebel cells but also the ex-CIS members. I find this highly amusing.
Star Wars An Officer and a Traitor (NO SV, you are an Imperial Officer and Traitor)
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To give everyone an idea of just why no one dares take a swing at the de jure Hutt Empire...The Hutts are literally why the Republic was Galactic.
You see, once upon a time, there was a cluster of stars called Tion. The Tion Cluster decided to be a imperialistic conquering empire. Their leader, Xim the Despot...picked a fight with the Hutts. He lost. In fear of retaliation, the surviving empire asked the republic to save their ass. At this point, the Republic is literally just in the core, while Tion is all the way out in the Outer Rim. The Republic accepts.The Hutts responded with a blitz so fast that everyone believes that what happened to the worlds between the Hutts and Tion was a supernova.
Now, at the time, the Hutts still had their homeworld. Then the Hutt Cataclysms happened. circa 15000 BBY. This is the name for the civil wars that destroyed their home system...and yes: I do explicitly mean system. They managed to turn their home star into a fucking black hole during the fighting. It wasnt a star capable of supernova. Didnt stop the Hutts from doing it. The Modern Hutt Empire is basically what they didnt blow up in the single most devastating conflict in the republic's history. No...they havent gotten ride of their weapons from this era. The hutts might have a repupation for crime syndicates and scummy business...but when it comes to collective defense of all things Hutt, cutting corners will not be tolerated. They very much make sure their stockpiles are maintained properly.
Now, when the Hutt Cartels arise? Immediately afterwords. You see, the Hutts are as a species one incredibly driven to seek to dominate on a direct instinctual level. The civil wars had made them legitimately affraid that if they continued, they would as a species go extinct. It wasnt a baseless one, either. Remember: They turned their home star into a black hole as collateral. So proposed was a new system: Instead of seeking to be militaristic conquerers, they would seek to become economic hegemons. This allowed their instinct to dominate to not risk blowing up 100% of everything. It worked.
Note that Hutts are not at their core corruot slaving criminal bosses. One of the best chancellors of the Republic was Blotta the Hutt, who was Chancellor for 200 years. It is considered one of the golden ages of the republic noted for very low corruption and very good governence. When a hutt wants to do good, you proceed to find out that Hutts are in fact a terrifyingly smart species with minds on average smarter and more intelligent than the vast majority of species.
Oh, and it gets worse: Hutts might have an obescity problem at times and might be a boneless tube of muscle...They are also a fucking tube of muscle the size of a small car. Hutts that stay in shape are more than able to make you regret your decision to mess with the muscle-noodle
You see, once upon a time, there was a cluster of stars called Tion. The Tion Cluster decided to be a imperialistic conquering empire. Their leader, Xim the Despot...picked a fight with the Hutts. He lost. In fear of retaliation, the surviving empire asked the republic to save their ass. At this point, the Republic is literally just in the core, while Tion is all the way out in the Outer Rim. The Republic accepts.The Hutts responded with a blitz so fast that everyone believes that what happened to the worlds between the Hutts and Tion was a supernova.
Now, at the time, the Hutts still had their homeworld. Then the Hutt Cataclysms happened. circa 15000 BBY. This is the name for the civil wars that destroyed their home system...and yes: I do explicitly mean system. They managed to turn their home star into a fucking black hole during the fighting. It wasnt a star capable of supernova. Didnt stop the Hutts from doing it. The Modern Hutt Empire is basically what they didnt blow up in the single most devastating conflict in the republic's history. No...they havent gotten ride of their weapons from this era. The hutts might have a repupation for crime syndicates and scummy business...but when it comes to collective defense of all things Hutt, cutting corners will not be tolerated. They very much make sure their stockpiles are maintained properly.
Now, when the Hutt Cartels arise? Immediately afterwords. You see, the Hutts are as a species one incredibly driven to seek to dominate on a direct instinctual level. The civil wars had made them legitimately affraid that if they continued, they would as a species go extinct. It wasnt a baseless one, either. Remember: They turned their home star into a black hole as collateral. So proposed was a new system: Instead of seeking to be militaristic conquerers, they would seek to become economic hegemons. This allowed their instinct to dominate to not risk blowing up 100% of everything. It worked.
Note that Hutts are not at their core corruot slaving criminal bosses. One of the best chancellors of the Republic was Blotta the Hutt, who was Chancellor for 200 years. It is considered one of the golden ages of the republic noted for very low corruption and very good governence. When a hutt wants to do good, you proceed to find out that Hutts are in fact a terrifyingly smart species with minds on average smarter and more intelligent than the vast majority of species.
Oh, and it gets worse: Hutts might have an obescity problem at times and might be a boneless tube of muscle...They are also a fucking tube of muscle the size of a small car. Hutts that stay in shape are more than able to make you regret your decision to mess with the muscle-noodle
Are we sure they aren't actually some kind of snake?
...Now, I can't help but wonder how the relation between the Constantinists and hutts would be.
On one hand, many of the outer Rim Constantinists are essentially playing Rebel Inc vs various cartels.
On the other hand....
On one hand, many of the outer Rim Constantinists are essentially playing Rebel Inc vs various cartels.
On the other hand....
The Hutts are the HUTTS. Powerful allies and Terrifying enemies. But no matter which, highly dangerous.
Bonus points if the first Election of the New Republic is basically a conspiracy by literally EVERYONE to make sure Constantine gets elected as Supreme Chancellor. Even though he didn't even run for Office.Fixed that for you.
Constantine: First mission, institute a term limit to allow for escape
everyone else: Not gonna escape that easily.
We can always try to execute Jabba in some way, after all, we do have a tie-in with him in regard to... wait. I don't think Han is in debt with him. So much for that end.
Actually... maybe we can find some allies by paying off a few debts owed by the Hutts? Or get rid of a few slugs if we can avoid being given the mark by the Cartels. As bad as the slave market is, maybe we could get some talent from there? I doubt the Hutts only have low-paid physical labor as that isn't very profitable by itself.
Taking down the Hutts can be done once the Empire is removed.
Honestly, what are the odds that a Constantinist wound up stuck in the very unenviable position of garrisoning the middle of nowhere planet tantoine, whom only has Jabba's palace as anything notable, for better or worse…
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Sure, taking down a Member of the Cartel here and there can be done. But using this to gradually whittle the Cartel down? I don't know.
The Hutts aren't stupid. Taking down a few individual Members of the Cartel from time to time is one thing, but if that keeps happening, they would very quickly deduce it's a deliberate attempt to destroy them and retaliate with all their force.
Nenshou Yuuki
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Make Constantine Vice Chancellor like Teddy Roosevelt.
Magoose
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And then our Chancellor will be assassinated and then we will be doing A Supreme Chancellor Quest.
And then things will get real.
Snakes have Bones. Hutts dont.Are we sure they aren't actually some kind of snake?
You know, at the rate things are going, I bet at some point, a Scene like this is gonna happen, either with Vader, Tarkin or Palps when it turns out that People like Pellaeon, Thrawn and pretty much most of the competent Officers have been Rebels this whole time.
"How many Rebels are there here anyway?!"
*Like half the Imperial Military raises a hand*
"How many Rebels are there here anyway?!"
*Like half the Imperial Military raises a hand*
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"so… any chance, those in the other half are planning a separate revolt?"You know, at the rate things are going, I bet at some point, a Scene like this is gonna happen, either with Vader, Tarkin or Palps when it turns out that People like Pellaeon, Thrawn and pretty much most of the competent Officers have been Rebels this whole time.
"How many Rebels are there here anyway?!"
*Like half the Imperial Military raises a hand*
*two thirds of those whom haven't raised their hand does*
Cause either the half is rebels of all stripes, or only counting the alliance to restore the republic. And if the latter…
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I mean… it's fine… right?
Also: we are totally about to have some fun shit occur in the next update.
Even if things don't get worse. Assuming the escalation waits for 7 more years, the Empire would be up to their neck in traitors, turncoats, rebels, in less than a year from that announcement.
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Well…Even if things don't get worse. Assuming the escalation waits for 7 more years, the Empire would be up to their neck in traitors, turncoats, rebels, in less than a year from that announcement.
If I wanted to make the war happen… I would have.
I'm totally ready to fuck things up.
But now, we're about to gain friends…
And witness the Empire striking back.
For you are going to see the first rumor mill.
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Reminds me of the old Ex-Imperial Quest where one post listed several Rebel-Imperial fights and most of them were complete losses. Since this is early in the Empire, I can see a lot of defeats before true victories are achieved. Especially with how early the timeline we are, there are going to be a lot of complications.
The real question is how long our Moff will stay in power before he gets fired, figuratively and literally.
The real question is how long our Moff will stay in power before he gets fired, figuratively and literally.
Like fighting any rebellion. Winning fights is easy. Winning the wider war...
Not so much. And the big things we are doing is setting the seeds to set things off down the line, with the Tarkinist Constantinist split greatly weakening the the sway of the Imperial ethos on the officer class, and while we are setting things aflame with worker Strikes, they are limited in the damage they could do now, but are more beneficial in sowing seeds of future dissent.
We aren't here to win battles, we are here to win the war.
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Well, we're not ready to start fucking the empire yet, you don't even have a fleet worth the name to even do anything, much less an army to really start screwing things up.
Depends on how lucky the Imperial detection roll is.
Also the disaster roll.
It seems the Emperor has forgotten that when he's not controlling the conflict on both sides, he is blind sided by unpredictability.
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Talia Degurechaffe
Talia Degurechaffe
Not much is known about her prior to the start of her military service. Her short stature and her age makes her easy to underestimate, as she has built quite an undeniable record. Starting with her unusual rise as an officer. For during the late clone wars, she won distinction on the battlefield, enough to earn a spot in the Academy system. Where she preformed surprisingly well, and earning an officer position. However, this is also where what is known and what is guesswork start, for she convinced some higher-ups to let her train her unit from scratch, instead of simply taking charge of an existing unit.
And well, only few things can be confirmed, such as the now legendary recruiting posters that captures a different feel to the glitz and glam focus of the other branches. Other than that, it is a mystery, in part due to attempts to replicate the training ending badly for those involved. And they have tried, considering the impressive track record her unit had earned. Though there are some mystery as to how exactly they manage some of those lopsided engagements, even managing impressive odds against Mandalorian groups. The rumors surrounding the group, ranging from size(, which we know cause of the crazy training report), superhuman feats, and other outrageous claims float around many places. The group has been come to be called the Pixies, in part due to the integration of LAATs to provide reliable movement options when they aren't keeping a low profile. Part of the mystique they develop is tied to their small numbers, which while growing hasn't managed to hit the size of an average army group.
Well known for seemingly enjoying conflict, her force bounces around the galaxy, from one flashpoint to another to resolve, with her sheer effectiveness leading those whom she aids to overlook her habit of twisting orders like a pretzel if she feels it is necessary to complete the mission. Though, she hasn't done much in the way of garrison work, after a certain incident where she shown up the local garrison by finding and devastating the local organized crime scene, which may or may not have been purposeful to let her reputation prevent her forces from being locked into garrison duties where her personal training would be less suited for.
As a member of the Constantinists, she in some ways serves as the resident spec ops expert. Though she has connections outside from the group which she sometimes uses to help them, from the efforts to keep her busy and not looking for more trouble.
A/N: Pulling some inspiration from Yoju Senki. Though of course, 99.999999% sure throwing actual tanya in might be too much, especially considering the ariel mage shenanigans...
Though I am purposely leaving open the possibly there might, just might be some form of Force involved. Though what is certain, as an Tanya expy, ridiculously good at training, and while not stated here, a very loyal elite personal force, and intentional or not making herself into a problem-solver, basically sent when you need someone really screwed over. Though facing Jedi would be a dicey proposition, cause even if this Tanya taps into the force, it would likely be very limited, and no way enough to bridge the sheer gap between Jedi/Sith and everyone else.
Not much is known about her prior to the start of her military service. Her short stature and her age makes her easy to underestimate, as she has built quite an undeniable record. Starting with her unusual rise as an officer. For during the late clone wars, she won distinction on the battlefield, enough to earn a spot in the Academy system. Where she preformed surprisingly well, and earning an officer position. However, this is also where what is known and what is guesswork start, for she convinced some higher-ups to let her train her unit from scratch, instead of simply taking charge of an existing unit.
And well, only few things can be confirmed, such as the now legendary recruiting posters that captures a different feel to the glitz and glam focus of the other branches. Other than that, it is a mystery, in part due to attempts to replicate the training ending badly for those involved. And they have tried, considering the impressive track record her unit had earned. Though there are some mystery as to how exactly they manage some of those lopsided engagements, even managing impressive odds against Mandalorian groups. The rumors surrounding the group, ranging from size(, which we know cause of the crazy training report), superhuman feats, and other outrageous claims float around many places. The group has been come to be called the Pixies, in part due to the integration of LAATs to provide reliable movement options when they aren't keeping a low profile. Part of the mystique they develop is tied to their small numbers, which while growing hasn't managed to hit the size of an average army group.
Well known for seemingly enjoying conflict, her force bounces around the galaxy, from one flashpoint to another to resolve, with her sheer effectiveness leading those whom she aids to overlook her habit of twisting orders like a pretzel if she feels it is necessary to complete the mission. Though, she hasn't done much in the way of garrison work, after a certain incident where she shown up the local garrison by finding and devastating the local organized crime scene, which may or may not have been purposeful to let her reputation prevent her forces from being locked into garrison duties where her personal training would be less suited for.
As a member of the Constantinists, she in some ways serves as the resident spec ops expert. Though she has connections outside from the group which she sometimes uses to help them, from the efforts to keep her busy and not looking for more trouble.
A/N: Pulling some inspiration from Yoju Senki. Though of course, 99.999999% sure throwing actual tanya in might be too much, especially considering the ariel mage shenanigans...
Though I am purposely leaving open the possibly there might, just might be some form of Force involved. Though what is certain, as an Tanya expy, ridiculously good at training, and while not stated here, a very loyal elite personal force, and intentional or not making herself into a problem-solver, basically sent when you need someone really screwed over. Though facing Jedi would be a dicey proposition, cause even if this Tanya taps into the force, it would likely be very limited, and no way enough to bridge the sheer gap between Jedi/Sith and everyone else.
ebolasos
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I think its more that any issue you see in the galaxy you got the sith looking at and going "Hmm what's the best way to make everything go tits up, everyone hating each other and have it work in my favour?"
And they do that without fail every single time, as much as I like the Sith as the villains they are truly a cancer that want to make everything worse for no other reason then getting high off the darkside.
The Officer Rebellion
Magoose
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The Officer Rebellion:
You looked at the many officers who were now here. It looked like half the Imperial Navy was there. Though that was not the case, seeing as you only counted twenty. But they were certainly a list. Though you did not know all of them by name. Save for a few you served in the Clone Wars with.
You had your staff here. And the new Captain Thrawn.
Ad- No Colonel Wulf Yuleran. Head of ISB, and perhaps beside one other, your oldest friend from the Navy, now it seems that he had transitioned from fleet life, and towards that of intelligence. You knew he had the aptitude for it, he was always figuring things out when things were in need. Being Skywalker's Admiral and second in command was always a cut ahead of everyone else. It was why he was still alive, and everyone else was dead. Or retired. The fact he was here lent credence as to why… you seemed to be getting away with the things you were doing.
And he wasn't drinking… quite a change, there were rumors the man had stumbled into the bottle after the war, and you were glad those rumors were false.
There were other friends, old pilots, and smugglers, but there were also the constantists that were now looking at you with reverence.
Newly promoted General, Ciaphas Hurbett was an Army officer of some note, and while she was not exactly a veteran of the Clone Wars, she was part of the outer rim campaigns and suppression and taking out the last of the Separatists hold outs. You had read numerous reports from her campaigns. You didn't take stock in them other than she got the job done. And that she was lucky as all Corellian Hells… as well as her having a force that was crack. Special forces command or just having the cut above the Army's usual was always something that could make things.
You really hated the fact that she was also given the leeway you had in the past. But then again, she was likable, in a strange sort of way. The fact she is loathing in self-hatred was something else entirely.
Governor Bofor Wulfenbauch was called the CEO of Rebel INC. A moniker for those that were given garrison duty in the Outer rim, where they were far more likely to wish for a free-flowing, and your way of thinking. He was a hard man, some would say an evil man. He was scarily competent, but also a man who enjoyed supporting his new fiefdom and keeping it safe, and quiet. To say that he was effective was to not even look at the man's record. And it was extensive. And very well.
Governor Sydbri Guidon, Another member of Rebel INC, thought the argument could be made that she really does not wish to be part of it. She was a politician that was not suited for military governorship and many wished to see her fail. But she gained a cadre of loyal subordinates who covered her weaknesses. And the fact she was very good at her job. Skilled political machinations were entirely rare in the Imperial Navy. But she had them in spades. And it was probably the only reason she was still alive.
And finally, there was… Brejer Tylor, Sorry, Captain Brejer Tylor. The Irresponsible Captain Tylor… You wanted to hate the man, but dammit he was so charming. He was a Venator captain that kept his ship and had a crew so loyal that it was… quite insane. They managed to be free spirits going from deployment to deployment, and… well again, his crew was loyal and almost insanely skilled, when they weren't slacking off.
How that man still had his commission was beyond you. But you were not one to look a man of his talents in the mouth… he was very skilled.
There were more, but the one you wished to see was still on deployment. And she was busy.
You looked at them all. "Ladies and gentlemen. We are here today because the worst is to come. The Emperor is beginning a reign of tyranny against the masses, and using us as his instrument, violating our oaths and our wishes. We have seen the terror in the outer rim. The waste in the Core, and the Unions rising up in the Mid Rim. The promises to safety and security that the Emperor made on that day when he made the Empire."
You paused and looked at them all. "What we are now seeing, is the final stage of the death of the Old Republic, and the oaths that we swore. How many of you believe that the continued freedom of our actions to maintain peace in the Outer Rim will not be taken away? Or that a single event will force us to take drastic actions that are unnecessary."
All the officers looked at each other.
"Gentlemen. We remember what we fought for. And understand this. If you remain in this room, you will be an accessory to High Treason. Do you accept?"
Not a single man or friend moved, save one, who was just drinking some whisky.
"Good. This will take years. Decades even. But this Empire will fall."
Reward: The Officer's rebellion has begun. Soon, junior officers and senior officers will have their fleets join. You have been named its leader.
These officers will seek to restore the Republic, and depose the empire. Soon they will act to work with other rebels.
You have 10 turns (1 BBY) before you are forced to declare your rebellion.
New Actions Available.
With Wulf Yularin as part of this rebellion, imperial detection will now be rolled by Vader and Palpatine, instead of ISB.
Due to Palpatine's power growing, Omake bonuses will now only be going up from +5 for as long as you remain under Imperial command.
You looked at the many officers who were now here. It looked like half the Imperial Navy was there. Though that was not the case, seeing as you only counted twenty. But they were certainly a list. Though you did not know all of them by name. Save for a few you served in the Clone Wars with.
You had your staff here. And the new Captain Thrawn.
Ad- No Colonel Wulf Yuleran. Head of ISB, and perhaps beside one other, your oldest friend from the Navy, now it seems that he had transitioned from fleet life, and towards that of intelligence. You knew he had the aptitude for it, he was always figuring things out when things were in need. Being Skywalker's Admiral and second in command was always a cut ahead of everyone else. It was why he was still alive, and everyone else was dead. Or retired. The fact he was here lent credence as to why… you seemed to be getting away with the things you were doing.
And he wasn't drinking… quite a change, there were rumors the man had stumbled into the bottle after the war, and you were glad those rumors were false.
There were other friends, old pilots, and smugglers, but there were also the constantists that were now looking at you with reverence.
Newly promoted General, Ciaphas Hurbett was an Army officer of some note, and while she was not exactly a veteran of the Clone Wars, she was part of the outer rim campaigns and suppression and taking out the last of the Separatists hold outs. You had read numerous reports from her campaigns. You didn't take stock in them other than she got the job done. And that she was lucky as all Corellian Hells… as well as her having a force that was crack. Special forces command or just having the cut above the Army's usual was always something that could make things.
You really hated the fact that she was also given the leeway you had in the past. But then again, she was likable, in a strange sort of way. The fact she is loathing in self-hatred was something else entirely.
Governor Bofor Wulfenbauch was called the CEO of Rebel INC. A moniker for those that were given garrison duty in the Outer rim, where they were far more likely to wish for a free-flowing, and your way of thinking. He was a hard man, some would say an evil man. He was scarily competent, but also a man who enjoyed supporting his new fiefdom and keeping it safe, and quiet. To say that he was effective was to not even look at the man's record. And it was extensive. And very well.
Governor Sydbri Guidon, Another member of Rebel INC, thought the argument could be made that she really does not wish to be part of it. She was a politician that was not suited for military governorship and many wished to see her fail. But she gained a cadre of loyal subordinates who covered her weaknesses. And the fact she was very good at her job. Skilled political machinations were entirely rare in the Imperial Navy. But she had them in spades. And it was probably the only reason she was still alive.
And finally, there was… Brejer Tylor, Sorry, Captain Brejer Tylor. The Irresponsible Captain Tylor… You wanted to hate the man, but dammit he was so charming. He was a Venator captain that kept his ship and had a crew so loyal that it was… quite insane. They managed to be free spirits going from deployment to deployment, and… well again, his crew was loyal and almost insanely skilled, when they weren't slacking off.
How that man still had his commission was beyond you. But you were not one to look a man of his talents in the mouth… he was very skilled.
There were more, but the one you wished to see was still on deployment. And she was busy.
You looked at them all. "Ladies and gentlemen. We are here today because the worst is to come. The Emperor is beginning a reign of tyranny against the masses, and using us as his instrument, violating our oaths and our wishes. We have seen the terror in the outer rim. The waste in the Core, and the Unions rising up in the Mid Rim. The promises to safety and security that the Emperor made on that day when he made the Empire."
You paused and looked at them all. "What we are now seeing, is the final stage of the death of the Old Republic, and the oaths that we swore. How many of you believe that the continued freedom of our actions to maintain peace in the Outer Rim will not be taken away? Or that a single event will force us to take drastic actions that are unnecessary."
All the officers looked at each other.
"Gentlemen. We remember what we fought for. And understand this. If you remain in this room, you will be an accessory to High Treason. Do you accept?"
Not a single man or friend moved, save one, who was just drinking some whisky.
"Good. This will take years. Decades even. But this Empire will fall."
Reward: The Officer's rebellion has begun. Soon, junior officers and senior officers will have their fleets join. You have been named its leader.
These officers will seek to restore the Republic, and depose the empire. Soon they will act to work with other rebels.
You have 10 turns (1 BBY) before you are forced to declare your rebellion.
New Actions Available.
With Wulf Yularin as part of this rebellion, imperial detection will now be rolled by Vader and Palpatine, instead of ISB.
Due to Palpatine's power growing, Omake bonuses will now only be going up from +5 for as long as you remain under Imperial command.
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