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+++MESSAGE TRANSMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF TALLANI SHIPYARDS (@Artificial Girl)+++
+++EYES ONLY (SECRET)+++
+++SUBJECT: SHIP PURCHASE+++
Director,
We hope that this message finds you well; the Mrlsst Defense Forces are seeking to expend their capabilities in light of the recent hostilities conducted within Freeworlds space. The Council has approved the expansion of the defense force and has therefore increased the Defense Force budget. To that end, we would like to order the following:
We can arrange for down payment, with additional payments to be made as necessary. If this order goes well, we anticipate the potential of requiring more vessels in the future; we would also like to discuss exclusive contracts for the major overhauls and supplies for the Mrlsst Defense Force, as well as paying extra to accelerate construction and delivery.
We await your response.
Alterii Presh, Secretary to Commodore Acerri Vrand
++TRANSMISSION TO ALTERII PRESH, SECRETARY TO COMMODORE ACERRI VRAND (@Rat King) +++
+++EYES ONLY (SECRET)+++
+++SUBJECT: RE: SHIP PURCHASE+++
We here at the Tallani Shipyards would be happy to fulfill your order, as we currently have many open docks. Please direct inquiries regarding exclusive contracts to the office of Miss Adelia Seltmer, who wil be happy to discuss these with you.
To: tallani shipyards @Artificial Girl
From: Olympia Security Solutions
Secret
We would like to purchase two Marauders class corvettes or an equivalent and 48 tie fighters.
To: tallani shipyards @Artificial Girl
From: Olympia Security Solutions
Secret
We would like to purchase two Marauders class corvettes or an equivalent and 48 tie fighters.
To: Olympia Security Solutions (@averagename)
RE: Secret
Unfortunately, we do not currently possess the licensing rights or blueprints to produce these craft. Attached is a list of the craft that can currently be built in our yards. And of course we are happy to offer refit and repair to your existing vessels or to produce any of a variety of civilian models.
Ti: Moff Laird Gustavu (@Faust), Tapani ISB (@@Orange Boy), Captian Tallarn of the Leonides (@Another Amoeba), Captain Barbarossa (@Ghazkull), Captain Veriso @EmperorCasey)
From: House Barnaba
Secret
We will give you your people back if you give us carte blanche to go against the houses, planets and corporations that support the rebels, the ability to take their land to administer it on behalf of the Empire and first right for ships from the Shipyard. However, we are willing to negotiate on our terms.
From: Captain Garrick Versio of ISD Nitsa
To: Moff Laird Gustavu @Faust
Secret
Moff, given recent developments the other ISD captains and I would like to meet with you on a private matter concerning command of our forces in the sector.
HIS Majesty's Sector Moff, MOURNING the regrettable loss of life in Alisandor, UNDERSTANDING the need for Hierarchy and Order in His Majesty's Navy,
TAKING heed of the wise advice given by select Captains,
Honors the service of Captain Lin Nunsk by granting upon him the title and responsibility of Admiral. May he succeed in carrying out the Emperor's Will.
High Orbit Over Mrlsst
Mrlsst Defense Fleet Flagship Tapani-class Carrier MDV Bird of Paradise
Commodore Acerri Vrand was a touch stressed these days. She had not been pleasantly surprised when a House fleet had suddenly dropped out of hyperspace on the edge of the system. She'd had councilmembers and secretaries screaming at her from planetside and she'd had to spend a few tense hours getting her whole force on alert, hoping that patrol vessels would be able to get back from their duty stations before anything unfortunate happened. She'd also shot off a holonet message to her FCN counterpart in-system and asked for his assistance, as well as preparing for a potential priority message to the other League Members.
Fortunately, the Barnaba ships had left.
Ever since, she'd been following the news with a wary eye and her and her staff had been running on caf and adrenaline. She'd shot off a high-priority message to the Combined Fleet command, requesting reinforcements from other League members in the event things went south. For now, she had rallied the bulk of her heavy combat firepower under her direct command in high orbit and she'd ordered everyone on ready-alert. She didn't want them coming back - and if they did, she wanted to be ready.
She keyed her comm, "Captain, let's run another scramble drill."
There was a pause and then Captain Garland's voice came back, sounding a bit wear. Well he might, considering they'd been at this for a while.
"Aye, aye."
She stood and paced to the other side of her ready room, pulling up the external display and an overview of all of the docking clamps. They currently all showed "green" - all 40 Manta fighters were docked and waiting. Then her thoughts were broken by the sound of a klaxon and the voice of the ship's flight controller echoed through the room - and the rest of the ship.
"Alert condition red - scramble, scramble, scramble - all pilots, man your fighters, all hands man your battlestations - scramble, scramble, scramble-"
The klaxon itself cut off after a few moments, but the Commodore stayed poised over her control panel, watching as fighter after fighter started to lift off from their external docking clamps and the status indicators turned from green to red to indicate an absent ship. As the ships formed into wing-pairs and then began forming into a larger attack wave around the carrier, she checked her chrono.
House Branaba @FPSlover
From: Jalk
Super secret
Ooc: we are allies
Given the current instability of the sector opertunitues arise. If you were to retire a few escorts and/or fighters in to our hands we would be able to greatly expand our operations and hamper your rivals' economies.
Secret
Upon reflection, tensions in the sector mean that we can send only a squadron of fighters and no other ships. We apologize for the inconvenience. As for what you can do, hit House Mrlsst.
Secret
Upon reflection, tensions in the sector mean that we can send only a squadron of fighters and no other ships. We apologize for the inconvenience. As for what you can do, hit House Mrlsst.
From: Captain Garrick Versio
To: Captain Pryl @Skrevski
Private
Hello Captain Pryl. My name is Garrick Versio, Captain of the ISD Nitsa. I am sorry to hear about the fate of your ship in the rebel attack. I hope that you are finding your accommodations adequate. I will have you know that I have been putting in requests to try and find you and your crew a new ship. I have recommended an Imperial I class.
From the desk of Mala Dystraay, Chairwoman of the Board - Hanson Mining Consolidated, Neona
The recent space battles within the territory of the League of Tapani Freeworlds have made it clear that we cannot expect to be left alone by the war that is engulfing the Galaxy. To provide for the common defense of the Freeworlds, Neona proposes that the Freeworlds Common Navy be expanded in strength, size, and training. Of course, this endeavor will require funding, but by dividing the burden we can make it manageable. As a beginning, we should expand consider the purchase of additional capital ships in anticipation of the fact that we may soon be facing more than just common bandits. We would also be prudent to expand our military academies and increase recruitment to cope with the demands of an expanding navy.
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To the esteemed House Pelagia ( @Jeeshadow )
We understand that you're in the market for raw materials. We're quite willing to begin trading as long as you've got the credits.
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To the Jalk Syndicate ( @averagename )
I believe we have a potentially profitable arrangement. Hopefully we can conclude more business in the future.
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To Tallaani Shipyards ( @Artificial Girl )
We would like to formally place an order for 2 Tapani class assault frigates, 2 Tapani class carriers with full fighter compliments, and 6 Mansk class light frigates under the terms discussed. We'll begin shipping ore and raw materials at the agreed on price.
We would also like to place advance orders on 4 additional Mansk class light frigates when the first production batch is complete.
We would like to formally place an order for 2 Tapani class assault frigates, 2 Tapani class carriers with full fighter compliments, and 6 Mansk class light frigates under the terms discussed. We'll begin shipping ore and raw materials at the agreed on price.
We would also like to place advance orders on 4 additional Mansk class light frigates when the first production batch is complete.
From: Captain Garrick Versio
To: Captain Pryl @Skrevski
Private
Hello Captain Pryl. My name is Garrick Versio, Captain of the ISD Nitsa. I am sorry to hear about the fate of your ship in the rebel attack. I hope that you are finding your accommodations adequate. I will have you know that I have been putting in requests to try and find you and your crew a new ship. I have recommended an Imperial I class.
"Captain, I thank you for your assistance, though I admit it was not all that it should have been. I have no intention of remaining in this sector after the events that have transpired here and have sent along my report back to High Command about what has happened along with the misinformation that Fondor was still in Imperial hands. As soon as I can arrange for transport those that remain under my command I shall return to the Elrood Sector as soon as humanly possible. I would also look to your own situation Captain, things are not getting well in this sector at all." - Signed, Captain Tanda Pryl.
From the desk of Mala Dystraay, Chairwoman of the Board - Hanson Mining Consolidated, Neona
The recent space battles within the territory of the League of Tapani Freeworlds have made it clear that we cannot expect to be left alone by the war that is engulfing the Galaxy. To provide for the common defense of the Freeworlds, Neona proposes that the Freeworlds Common Navy be expanded in strength, size, and training. Of course, this endeavor will require funding, but by dividing the burden we can make it manageable. As a beginning, we should expand consider the purchase of additional capital ships in anticipation of the fact that we may soon be facing more than just common bandits. We would also be prudent to expand our military academies and increase recruitment to cope with the demands of an expanding navy.
We would like to formally place an order for 2 Tapani class assault frigates, 2 Tapani class carriers with full fighter compliments, and 6 Mansk class light frigates under the terms discussed. We'll begin shipping ore and raw materials at the agreed on price.
We would also like to place advance orders on 4 additional Mansk class light frigates when the first production batch is complete.
From the Foreign Office from Lamuir: I am afraid we do not have the capacity at this time to increase our deployment of ships to the Freeworlds Navy, nor do we wish to at this time. We will continue to support as we always have but our single ship saw be our contribution at this time.
From the Foreign Office from Aleron: If you will allow us to send our people at a discounted entry fee to your academy so that our people are not completely untrained or lead by those who have no tactical sense we can see about helping to increase the Freeworld's Navy and commissioning new ships.
From your own Military General Staff: Sir, as much as we are most happy to see an increase in our forces, we must ask that the second order for ships be put on hold until as such time that we have the resources to crew the new ships and fighters you are ordering. As it stands it will put a strain on our current resources to fully man these new vessels and starfighters with trained personnel. Unless you wish to try and find other ways of getting us the military personnel needed to man our new ships. - Signed: Inspector-General Marv Littlefoot.
"Captain, I thank you for your assistance, though I admit it was not all that it should have been. I have no intention of remaining in this sector after the events that have transpired here and have sent along my report back to High Command about what has happened along with the misinformation that Fondor was still in Imperial hands. As soon as I can arrange for transport those that remain under my command I shall return to the Elrood Sector as soon as humanly possible. I would also look to your own situation Captain, things are not getting well in this sector at all." - Signed, Captain Tanda Pryl.
"Yes unfortunately there have been disturbances in this sector. To be honest I had suggested stronger responses to both your own distress signal and the situation in Fondor but the bickering and indecisiveness of the other captains has made our situation a little more difficult. It is very fortunate we were able to recover you and as much of your crew as we did under those circumstances. It seems as though news has been spreading from Endor that has inflamed local rebels on Fondor and even Proccopia. Is there any clarification you can provide in this regard? Anything to combat these rebels and distressed officers. Any intelligence that you can provide is more power we can bring to bear."
"Reports from Procopia are still coming in, but it's...well to be blunt, it's a mess." Mira explained as she stood in front of the General's desk.
"Yes. We're not the symbol of unity this sector needs, are we?" Corvae let out a frustrated sigh, she had already seen these reports.
"The Navy's lack of coordination with the 1938th made us look like we are only wielding a hammer to every problem. None of them seem to understand this sector. Everyone wants this posting because they think it is easy, the Rebels have no footing and the locals are practically self governing. They view the local politics as hilariously quaint and something to ignore. I'm going to take some initiative, and I'm not waiting on the Navy's approval." Corvae said. Standing up, she straightened her uniform.
"There's also the matter of the..." Mira started but Corvae snorted, cutting her off.
"Yes, the Thunderflare. I read those reports too, and it's frankly embarrassing. We got the crew, yes, but everyone fell on that ship like kath hounds on a dead nerf. If I were the Rebels, I'd bait us again with that and draw us into an engagement that was more useful." Corvae said as she crossed her office to the bookcase, opening the cabinet and pulling out a decanter of fruit juice and two glasses. She did not tolerate drinking on duty, and so her luxury was a local favorite. She filled the glasses, first with some ice cubes and then the juice before handing one to Mira and sitting back down at her desk.
"I'm going to contact the Captain as well, see if I can at least get one or two of her ground commanders to brief us. Being from Death Squadron, and possibly even the 501st Legion, we may gain some insights on the Rebels. Particularly if it goes ignored by our Naval colleagues..." Corvae took a sip. "But first, we need to deal with this issue with the Freeworlds League before one of those fools decides it's a sign of open rebellion and gets us into a war we cannot win."
Reaching over on her desk, she accessed her personal comm system. Mira took a seat and quietly sipped her own drink as she waited.
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TO: Leadership of the Freeworld of Tallaan @Skrevski
FM: Major General Tessala Corvae, Imperial Army
Greetings,
I wanted to reach out to you before events out of our control were to cause unnecessary complications.
My Battlegroup has been in this Sector since the declaration of the New Order, and I have spent some time in this Sector in Command. I think my conduct speaks for itself, I have attempted to act respectfully towards the Tapani, and my gestures have been rewarded with peace and stability. I was, however, not involved in the Empire's decision to disband the Freeworlds Common Military, that was my predecessor, and it is not a decision I supported. Unfortunately, it is one of those matters where I could not undo it.
However, I digress. The purpose of this call was that I hoped we could at least have a face to face meeting. I wanted to merely establish that my Battlegroup will not intefere with the affairs of Tallaan, as before, so long as it does not represent a clear and present danger to Sector stability or to the Empire, but if I can address any concerns you may have of my Battlegroup or the Empire, I will attempt to do so.
Respectfully,
Major General Tessala Corvae
1st Tapani Assault Battlegroup, Imperial Army
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TO: Moff Gustavu @Faust
FM: Major General Corvae
SECRET
Sir,
I am sending this message to address a few concerns.
1 - I am formerly protesting the actions that our Naval commanders have been undertaking. They are demonstrating a gross misunderstanding of this Sector's politics, and I believe that we need to address this failing now before we permanently damage our relations with the Freeworlds and the Noble Houses. We should, overall, establish a strategic plan for restoring order before the Rebels seize upon the opportunity made by our appearant lack of unity.
2 - I am contacting the Tallaan ruling body to establish a dialogue. I intend to work to reach an accord to at least confirm their neutrality, if I cannot secure their loyalty. I would appreciate it if any antagonizing actions made by my naval colleagues or any of our allies were to be discouraged. It is my professional opinion that we should avoid antagonizing the Freeworlds, lest we send them running straight into the arms of the Rebellion.
Signed,
Major General Tessala Corvae
1st Tapani Assault Battlegroup, Imperial Army
Glory to the Empire
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TO: Captain Pyrl
FM: Major General Tessala Corvae, 1st Tapani Assault Battlegroup
SECRET
Captain,
I congratulate you and your crew for escaping capture by the Rebels, even if it cost you your vessel. It is my understanding that you served under Lord Vader in Death Squadron. If that is the case, I would like to speak to your ground force officers at their earliest convenience, as I need a briefing for my staff on latest Rebel tactics as well as our most recent counters. The materiel loss may be unacceptable, but your knowledge and experience may end up helping in its own right.
Signed,
Major General Tessala Corvae
1st Tapani Assault Battlegroup, Imperial Army
Glory to the Empire
The General Restructuring of the Tapani Sector Fleet Clearance Level: ABSOLUTE, Naval Captains and Sector General Staff Eyes Only
FLEET GROUPING: BACTA
Squadrons LEONIDAS and NITSA reformed into COREWARDS Fleet
--Individual Orders to be sent to the Captains of the NITSA and LEONIDAS; CoC: Adm -> NIT ->LEO
Squadrons GAUNTLET and RAZOR reformed into MID-BYPASS Fleet
--Individual Orders forthcoming from the Admiralty directly
Squadrons REYNA and RISEA reformed into RIMWARDS FLEET
--Individual Orders to be sent to the Captains of the REYNA and RISEA; CoC: ADM -> REY -> RIS
Squadrons SKIRMISH and SWIFT reformed into RAPID REACTION FLEET
--Roaming Orders, direct command to come from nearest Star Destroyer
FLEET GROUPING: EXPANSE
Squadrons EMBALLER, HEAVY, and TALLAN reformed into TALLAN Fleet
--Garrison orders over Tallan, CoC: ADM -> EMB -> HEA
Squadrons EMERGENCE and TRANSPORT reformed into PACIFICATION Fleet
--Garrison orders over Procopia, CoC: ADM -> EME
CAPTAIN [FIRSTNAME LASTNAME], it is with a heavy heart that I must give you these orders. The last few decades of peace and prosperity, brought about by out beloved Empire, is under attack. Radical insurrectionists, former Confederate sympathizers, anarchists and those who wish to bring by the dysfunctional tyranny of the Old Republic and the violent Jedi. The disaster at Endor, no matter what the outcome was, has thrown our galaxy into a state of disarray not seen since the Clone Wars. We are at war, ladies and gentlemen, the isle of stability that was the Tapani Sector is under direct assault. It is for this reason that I am ordering a general restructuring of the Sector Navy, the first step is the command reformation you are now being made aware of. The other steps, and the personal goals that I, representing the Admiraltiy, have set out for us, will be laid out in the attached document. It is not going to be an easy road, but we will persist. Even if the rest of the galaxy falls to barbarism and chaos, the Tapani Sector will stand strong.
Signed,
Admiral Lin Nunsk
Admiral of the Tapani Sector Navy and Captain of the Gauntlet
1 MONTH: RESTORATION OF ORDER TO SHAPANI BYPASS, BACTA FLOW TO CORE UNINTERRUPTED
2-3 MONTHS: NAVAL BUILDUP AND TRAINING TO RETAKE FONDOR
-MORE SCREEN AND SUPPORT SHIPS ADDED TO FLEET
--1:5 RATIO OF ISDS TO SUPPORT CRAFT
4-5 MONTHS: RETAKING OF FONDOR
6-9 MONTHS: PACIFICATION OF ALL REBEL AND PIRATE GROUPS TO PRE-YAVIN LEVELS
1 YEAR: ADDITION OF 2-3 STAR DESTROYERS TO SECTOR NAVY
From the desk of the Admiralty, Clearance Level: CONFIDENTIAL, Reader's eyes only @Cipherhornet18
Major General Tessala Corvae, we find ourselves the highest ranking military officers in the Sector, with you having the Army and myself the Navy. I know that relations between our branches can be...strained at times, but I wish to prevent that from occurring here. If we Imperials cannot work together we will be easy pickings for the Rebels to split apart and destroy at their leisure. In order to foster cooperation between us I have enclosed in this message a direct link to the holocell on the bridge of the Gauntlet. I am counting on your support in order to retake occupied worlds and keep the sector stable.
Signed,
Admiral Lin Nunsk
Admiral of the Tapani Sector Navy and Captain of the Gauntlet
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From: Olympia security solutions (jalk front company)
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To: Moff Laird Gustavu (@Faust), Tapani ISB (@Orange Boy), Admiral Lin Nunsk (@mcclay)
From: House Barnaba
Secret
In the recent space battle, we rescued 7,000 crewmen/pilots and 2,000 Stormtroopers including several Naval Lieutenants, a Engineering Commander and a Stormtrooper Captain. We assume you very much want them back and are willing to do so. However, we ask you to give us carte blanche to go against the houses, planets and corporations that support the rebels, the ability to take their land to administer it on behalf of the Empire and priority after the Empire for ships from the Shipyard. However, we are willing to negotiate on our terms.
