To kick things off here I want to come forward with a formal apology in the place of my good friend Icarus and the Custodi as a whole. I'm not that introduced to the situation, but I'm sure he's made an infamous reputation for himself already within your circle. I know him to be a very sharp tongued person, always speaks before he thinks you know. As far as any incidents with the Gaians go I was present once when, if my memory serves me right someone called Chapman was having an argument with him. I don't quite know who's at fault here, but I take my assumption that it was my buddy over there lighting the fires. Either way we can't let two brickheads, fighting over who's masculinity is bigger, ruin a potentially profitable relationship for both parties.
I have an opening deal in mind. But before I come out with anything, I'd like to hear your response, and if you wish you can tell me your side of the story as well. It'll help clear things up amongst us.
Sincerely,
Θεόδωρος Αγγελόπουλος
Theo Angelópoulos - The Custodi
I am Sherman Hitcher, the Warden of the Gaian Guard. Your good friend indeed has an outstanding reputation among the Gaians. And not without a reason.
Our side of the story is short and simple. Sentinel Clarke, who was the first representative of our upper echelons to come in contact with mister Augustopolos, had his first and further encounters filled by arrogance and aggressivenes, going as far as your friend trying to harm one of our pilots during a pod transfer. We were made aware of Chapman's previous encounters with your general, but we found his response to be extremely inappropriate, especially given his eagerness to spread conflict to other Guardians beyond the one that was, supposedly, at fault, and refusal to explain the situation to our command. Those were the reasons our attempts at talking were scarce, and with the fruitless attempt at talks with miss Kaya the Sentinels almost unanimously agreed that further meddling with your organisation will bring more harm than good.
However, we have decided to give you a chance. We are listening.
You have my deepest gratitude kύριος Hitcher. The collectiveness shown by your organization in receiving our apology with such an open mind despite the previous experience you had with some of our more.. aggressive pilots, is praiseworthy. What I had in mind was a small technology exchange. Nothing too major, we won't be going around and stealing your ships right off the bat.
Jokes aside, in the few encounters we had with the Gaian Guard, at least the ones I were a part of, the particular engine model your fighter crafts use couldn't help but catch my eye. Given that the Dorian databanks aren't the most up-to-date place though, digging up important information is too unreliable. I would kindly like to request of you some form of a tech chart showing off the specifications, the ups and downs regarding the piece of fine engineering in question
Looking at what I've said up until this point, you can assume that the Custodi would like to obtain a few engines from the Gaians. If you'd be up for it, we are open to provide direct payment to the Guard, but if you have something else in mind please feel free to elaborate.
By the time this transmission is sent, the rest of our pilots will be well informed on how to act in your presence, especially while traversing through Bretonia. I can't promise that everything will be all sunshine and flowers between the Custodi and yourselves, but at least I can guarantee a neutral approach, especially from my good friends Icarus. He'll be getting an earful.
Sincerely,
Θεόδωρος Αγγελόπουλος
Theo Angelópoulos - The Custodi
My sincere apologies for the delay, mister Angelopoulos.
The Sentinels have discussed your proposition and decided to accept it. We will not require a direct monetary payment, and instead would like to request a few examples of your own engineering. The Guard is interest in a number of Escopeta dispersion cannons. We understand that the value of a single cannon does not match the value of a single engine, so we are open to discussing the rate of exchange. Moreover, a short note on our engine's main pros and cons made by one of our top engineers will be attached to the message, as requested.
+ With minor adjustments HN parts are viable replacements for defunct PTE parts of the design, and vice versa.
+ Excellent fuel efficiency, on par with A-J engine models made specifically for long range use.
+ Simple design. Few parts that could easily break, which results in reduced wear and tear damage. All so far replaced engines were made inoperable solely by damage sustained in combat.
+ Eye candy.
= Its peak output is comparable to an ordinary PTE motor.
- PTE and HN hybrid. Requires some knowledge on how both types of engine work.
- PTE and HN hybrid. Requires a flow of parts for engines of both types.
- The engine requires different handling in combat than any of it's parent designs. Pilots require minor additional training on properly operating it to ensure peak performance.
There is no need to appologize kύριος Hitcher, we are very glad to hear of your decision. A stock of Custodian modified Escopetas have been put away from our warehouses explicitly for the Guards needs. We will not require any overpay as far as this trade is concerned, take it as courtesy for our generals disrespectful behaviour towards your organization.
As far as the engines go we appreciate the very detailed spreadsheet provided, our engineers are knowledgable in both areas of PTE builds as well as the native HN constructs, and Custodi pilots using such will receive proper training beforehand.
Ευχαριστώ, kindly. I hope our partnership blooms beyond such blunt business exchanges, and that our two organizations get along well in the future.
Sincerely,
Θεόδωρος Αγγελόπουλος
Theo Angelópoulos - The Custodi
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