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Agent Orion, reporting in.

As I've been flying in and around Tau-23, it felt natural to complete a full survey and threat assessment of this system first. You'll find it below, ma'am.

Sector Survey Report: TAU-23

Map Overview

Stations / Stationary Warships

Java Station
Location: D/E-3
Relation: FRIENDLY*
Affiliation: Independent Miners Guild*
Description: A mining and refinery station operated by the Independent Miners' Guild, built to take advantage of the Niobium resources in the surrounding asteroid fields.
Notes: *Currently under control of the Gallic Royal Navy - three weapons platforms in a triangular formation surround the structure. All docking is off-limits to Colonial personnel.

Cali Base
Location: F-4
Relation: HOSTILE
Affiliation: Outcasts
Description: An outpost constructed in a hollowed-out asteroid, currently in use by Maltese raiding forces on transports that voyage through the system.
Notes: Typically staffed by Maltese warships and snubcraft, as well as their allies, namely Junkers and independent pirates. Caution is advised when operating near this structure. In addition, two basic weapons platforms carved into asteroids flank the structure on either end.

Battleship Guillestre
Location: A/B-4
Relation: HOSTILE
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Navy
Description: A Valor-class Battleship defending the Languedoc jump gate in Tau-23.
Notes: Current base of operations for all Royalist forces in Tau-23. Gunboat patrols are likely around the battleship itself, and Lynx and Cougar patrols can be sighted throughout the system, emanating from the massive warship. Caution is extremely advised when operating near this vessel.

Indochine Outpost
Location: C-6
Relation: HOSTILE
Affiliation: Gallic Metal Service
Description: A mining facility constructed by the Gallic Metal Service, operating similarly to that of Java Station, used for GMS convoys hauling Niobium out of Tau-23.
Notes: Current base of operations for Gallic Metal Service. Also primary power and supply source for weapons platforms guarding the Tau-31 Jump Gate. Caution is advised, although danger is limited to static defenses and light patrols.

Jump Gates

Tau-31 Jump Gate
Location: C-6
Relation: HOSTILE
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Navy

Languedoc Jump Gate
Location: A/B-4
Relation: HOSTILE
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Navy

Space-time Anomalies - "Jump Holes"

Tau-29 Jump Hole
Location: F/G-5

Kyushu Jump Hole
Location: F-3

Tau-44 Jump Hole
Location: G-2

Tau-37 Jump Hole
Location: E-2

Tau-39 Jump Hole
Location: D-2

Orkney Jump Hole
Location: C-4

System Analysis

Tau-23 in particular seems to be a bottleneck hub - many different groups and persons travelling in and out, whether they be patrols, traders, smugglers, slavers, what have you. This meeting ground causes it to be rather violent, and is also a breeding ground for some of our most dangerous enemies. I've compiled a list and perceived strength of our most common foes, friends, and neutrals that are active within the system:

Gallic Royal Navy - Based off Battleship Guillestre, the Royalists are in full force in this system, with patrols of capital ships very common near the two jump gates that they own in the system. They tend to be not as active near Java and Cali Base, but patrols there are common and likely still.

Outcasts - Basing off of Cali Base, these cardamine-sniffing slavers are pirates and outlaws, and a large threat. Being only two systems from their homeworld, the might of the Maltese is strong here, with capital ship sightings being very common. Thankfully, they tend to butt heads with the GRN more often than not, and are pacified quite nicely by the IMG as well.

Junker Marauders - A junker group that tends to use Cali Base as its base of operations, they seem to have ties to the Outcasts by supplying them with scrap and working with them to take out IMG and Colonial vessels. Their current turf war with the IMG will assist us in removing this threat from the area, and they are not well liked by the Gauls either.

Kusari Naval Forces - While not strictly an enemy at this point, their patrols are still somewhat common due to their pact with the Gauls and the presence of the Kyushu Jump Hole. Contact should be avoided where possible.

Assorted pirates - Other pirate groups or individuals tend to base off of Cali Base as well, in support of the Maltese. While not a threat by themselves, in groups they can be a serious threat. Attempts should be made to thin out this problem in the future.

Trading vessels - Non-gallic trading vessels are quite common in this sector, due to the presence of the IMG as well as being a key chokepoint for trade throughout Sirius. These vessels are preyed upon by Gaul and Maltese alike, and should be helped where possible.

Blood Dragons - The Dragons are active in the Taus, as it is almost as much Kusari as anything else. They should be avoided where possible, due to hostilities in the past.

Junkers' Congress - A junker group that passes through in convoys from time to time. While they have not done anything specific to cause investigation, their innate shadiness that comes with the Junker lifestyle should be viewed with caution.

Independent Miners Guild - The principal owners of this system, the IMG run mining and paramilitary operations within this space. While they will come to our aid against Outcasts, Junkers, and the like, if Kusari or Gallic forces happen upon the engagement, they will quickly disperse and ignore us, to "keep up the act" as it were.

Unione Corse - In recent times, the Unione has established a foothold in this system, attempting to drive back Maltese and Junker smuggling attempts and piracy forces. While being moderately successful, the Maltese and Junkers are still as populous as ever. As before, they will come to our aid as long as none of the Royalists are around.

The Council - While not necessarily the most active force in this area, they nevertheless poke into this system from time to time. We can count on them to assist us if they make a presence in this area, but it is not guaranteed that they will be available.

Report Complete.

Awaiting further orders,
Agent Orion, out.

{Encryption: classified as top secret}
{origin: ...: Unkown :...}
{Subject: ..: Phoenix from the ashes :..}

Greetings ladies and gentleman,

i might be unkown for some but that doesnt matter for now, infact its better that way. This transmission is only for the High Commands eyes, they know what to do. Im currently on my base of operations, which will not be named to ensure my security aswell as the succes chance of this operation.
to say the least.. Im ready for the next step., im awaiting orders.

~ Kapkan

{Transmission closed}

Agent Kapkan, reporting in.

A wise man once said: "Know your friends.. know your enemies better". I took his advice to heart. Speaking of enemies, i´ve done some research concerning our arch enemies.
Im uploading data now..

Sector Survey Report: Lorrain, Lyonnais

Map Overview : Lorrain, with the most importent aspects.

Next section will include Stations/Facilities, for my own security i tried to stay as far away as possible.

Luneville Guard Station
Location: G4
Relation: Belligerent
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Navy.
Note: Strong defensiv capability, no further data aviable.

Torino Base
Location: G6 , within the Toul Nebula.
Relation: Belligerent
Affiliation: Outcast
Note: One of the few bases within Gallia that is affiliated with the Outcast, therefore Torino plays a importent role for their smuggling routes.
However It did no look heavily secure, so it could be a potential target for further operations.

Thionville Base
Location: G3 , within the Sarre Asteroid Field.
Relation: Friendly
Affiliation: Union Corse
Note: I usully dont spy on friends so, nothing here.

Chateau Salins Station
Location: F3 , orbiting Planet Mirecourt.
Relation: Belligerent
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Navy
Note: Mainly used as supply station for Metz, as you can see transport ships every now and then.

Verdun Base
Location: C2 , within the Longway Asteroid field.
Relation: Neutral
Affiliation: Maquis
Note: I have not done any research on this installation, in order to keep this neutral relationship stable.

Metz Station
Location: D/E 3 , between planet Moselle and the moon Montmendy
Relation: Belligerent
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Police
Note: The centre of the system and the probably the heaviest guarded one aswell.

Battleship Epinal
Location: B3, next to the Champagne Jumpgate.
Relation: Belligerent
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Navy
Note: Supposedly operation base for most of the navy pilots flying in that area. I had to stay hidden within the scanner range so, no further data avaible.

Map Overview : Lyonnais, with the most importent aspects.

Stations/Facilities

Pelussin Base
Location: G2 , within the Rhone Nebula.
Relation: Unfriendly
Affiliation: Gallic Brigands
Note: Simple hideout for the Brigands, if they want to escape the law.

Gleize Depot
Location: D2 , within the Miribel-Jonarge Asteroid Field.
Relation: Friendly
Affiliation: Union Corse
Data: No further data available

Sait-Exupery Space Port
Location: E3 , orbiting planet Lyon.
Relation: Hostile
Affiliation: EFL-Oil And Machinery
Note: I had to stay away, it was to close to planet Lyon. No further data availabel.

Planet Lyon, Croix-Rousse Docking Ring
Location: E3
Relation: Belligerant
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Police
Note: The planet has a second docking ring called "Planet Lyon, Presqu´ile Docking Ring".

Luxury Liner Belleville
Location: F4 , at the edge of the Rhone Nebula.
Relation: Neutral
Affiliation: Orbital Spa & Cruise
Note: No further data.

Montebrison Storage Facility
Location: B5
Relation: Hostile
Affiliation: IDF Shipping
Note: Storage Hub for various commondites

Roanne Production Facility
Location: C3 , within the Saone Asteroid Field.
Relation: Hostile
Affiliation: GMS - Gallic Metal Service
Note: Strong security, patrols all around the Facility. It main focus is in producing Ultralloy, which you can find on almost every transporter coming from there.

Saint-Etienne Space Colony
Location: D7
Relation: Belligerent
Affiliation: Gallic Royal Police
Note: Simple housing for civilians, guarded by the Gallic Police. No further data avialable.

Battleship Venisseux
Location: G4 , within the Rhone Nebula.
Relation: Belligerent
Affilation: Gallic Royal Navy
Note: Base of operation for the navy pilots within Lyonnais. No further data availabel.

That sums up my survey, ill keep my eyes open.
Awaiting further orders.
~Kapkan

Greetings ladies and gentleman,

Agent Kapkan reporting in from our newst addition to the fleet the "Pilgrim",
a few days ago me and Voidwalker met infront of Pecos for our appointment with a Gateway ship the "Blackwing".
The basic idea was the delivery of a new device we bought from Gateway a "Cloak Disruptor". After a bit of testing me and the Blackwing landed on Pecos to finally trafer it. Everything worked out as planned, i tested a few times afterwards with Voidwalker to see if it also works on snubs, and there are no problems. But me beeing me, i got curious how that thing works so i sat down an analyzed it here are my results..

Sketch:

Overview:
The Type-1 Cloak Disruptor or how i like to call it the "Lightbringer", because it reveals hidden vessels, is a area of effect puls weapon that deactivates all cloaking devices, with a strong EMP explosion within a distance of 2000 meters.
It requires simple cloaking device batteries to run, and by manipulating the energetic interior of those it creates a impuls that deactivates other devices.
Attention!: It also reveals allies, so be careful when the CIS is in covered operations.
Other than that its a beautiful piece of technology, and was truly worth the price.

I recorded our conversation. including Blackwing, Voidewalker and me.

Spoiler

Im sorry that this transmission took so long, but this technology was rather complex so it took a while to understand it.
Eitherway, I know that this device could win wars. And thats exactly what we need.

Agent out,
awaiting orders,
~Kapkan

Greetings ladies and gentleman,

Agent Kapkan reporting in. Today i had a rather weird encounter with LSF and a LN unit infront of planet Manhatten.
They were going by the callsign "-Blue_Aurora" (LN) and "Prometheus" (LSF). As i approached the planet, i was told to cut my engines by these two gentleman. Being not dumb enough to disobey the rules by two Militaries, one being in a Waran (oddly enough if i might add) and the other one being in a Liberty "Atlantis"-class Carrier *laughs* even worse if i may add right? I comply and shut down my engines. After they scanned my Cargo, which was empty, they asked me to leave the system. Because "You are not welcome here", I tried to tell them that this must be a missunderstanding, but they wouldn't belive a word i said. So i backed and docked at Sabah, to take a sip at the bar and relax a bit.

I did not make any visual recording , so the relation between LSF/LN and the CIS/CR will be kept stable.
However i upload the recordings from my blackbox, containing the conversation between the LN and a Kusari civilian (Miyasu's.Palace), who was a innocent bystander the whole time.

Uploading the code right now...

Code:
CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Greetings.

[28.04.2016 18:59:49] -Blue_Aurora-: hold on

[28.04.2016 18:59:50] Prometheus: Greetings

[28.04.2016 18:59:59] -Blue_Aurora-: kapkan cut your engine

[28.04.2016 19:00:05] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Copy.

[28.04.2016 19:00:06] Prometheus: Kapkan please stop your engine

[28.04.2016 19:00:10] Prometheus: i will scan you

[28.04.2016 19:00:12] Prometheus: scanning...

[28.04.2016 19:00:17] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Go ahead

[28.04.2016 19:00:26] -Blue_Aurora-: colonial..

[28.04.2016 19:00:37] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Colonial?

[28.04.2016 19:00:43] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: you mean Crayter?

[28.04.2016 19:00:53] -Blue_Aurora-: you are not welcome here sir

[28.04.2016 19:01:01] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Huh.

[28.04.2016 19:01:02] -Blue_Aurora-: what brings you here ?

[28.04.2016 19:01:09] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: mmh, thats new to me.

[28.04.2016 19:01:22] -Blue_Aurora-: what does it mean

[28.04.2016 19:01:23] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Relatives, on Manhatten

[28.04.2016 19:01:45] -Blue_Aurora-: i wil lask you to leave this system as soon as possible

[28.04.2016 19:01:58] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Wait, let me ask you a question.

[28.04.2016 19:02:00] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: And there I thought the Crayterians are welcome in Liberty since they share their enemys.

[28.04.2016 19:02:13] -Blue_Aurora-: i am asking questions not you

[28.04.2016 19:02:14] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Tsk. *She shakes her head* Liberty is and will remain weird.

[28.04.2016 19:02:18] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Yuuji, made her homeworks

[28.04.2016 19:02:28] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Anyway.

[28.04.2016 19:02:37] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: I'll speak to your boss

[28.04.2016 19:02:44] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Hes gonna contact you.

[28.04.2016 19:02:47] -Blue_Aurora-: finally i will escort

[28.04.2016 19:02:50] -Blue_Aurora-: i dont say you can move

[28.04.2016 19:03:07] -Blue_Aurora-: come with me to the california gate 

[28.04.2016 19:03:10] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Huh.

[28.04.2016 19:03:12] -Blue_Aurora-: try anything foolish and you are dead

[28.04.2016 19:03:16] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: I dont think you understand the importance of your actions

[28.04.2016 19:03:26] -Blue_Aurora-: lets go

[28.04.2016 19:03:40] -Blue_Aurora-: take the lead

[28.04.2016 19:03:44] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Me?

[28.04.2016 19:03:49] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Huh

[28.04.2016 19:03:53] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Apparently he doesn't. I will keep an eye on it, Crayterian. Just in case proof is needed.

[28.04.2016 19:04:04] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Dont worry.

[28.04.2016 19:04:36] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: *She sighs* I should have listened to my daughter when she said that the Navy here behaves weird at times.

[28.04.2016 19:05:06] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: *grins*, that is true.

[28.04.2016 19:05:33] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Hmph. At least they don't mind Kusarian..eh..civilians.

[28.04.2016 19:06:24] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Well, that was interesting.

[28.04.2016 19:06:51] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Indeed. I wonder what will come next with this Captain.

[28.04.2016 19:06:59] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Anyhow, farewell Crayterian.

[28.04.2016 19:07:07] CR|-IS-Kapkan: ?: Safe skies.

The Kusari Civilian seemed to be clear, no signs of hostility towards me. To be fair, if she would have worked for the Neval Force, she would have gotten into some huge problems, if she tried to attack me within Liberty space. *grins*

After some time passed i got a Transmission from Miyasu's.Palace. I prepared my communication systems for safe and secure trasmissions.
And she send me recordings from her communication with the LN.
Uploading data now...

Code:
[28.04.2016 19:10:16] -Blue_Aurora-: cut engines miyasu please

[28.04.2016 19:10:23] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Hmph.

[28.04.2016 19:10:41] -Blue_Aurora-: you tried to interfer during a navy operation previously

[28.04.2016 19:10:52] -Blue_Aurora-: i am going to check your cargo hold

[28.04.2016 19:11:00] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Interfere? I merely stated my opinion to the matter.

[28.04.2016 19:11:07] -Blue_Aurora-: well you dont have

[28.04.2016 19:11:07] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: And sure, do what you want.

[28.04.2016 19:11:36] -Blue_Aurora-: may i know where do you get thise marines ?

[28.04.2016 19:12:00] Miyasu's.Palace: Yuuji: Planet Honshu, Besso Miyasu. They are our family owns security units.

[28.04.2016 19:12:31] -Blue_Aurora-: ok i cant see nothing to fine you here

Not sure how much can belive that transmission, since it was long after i left the space.
However i will contact the Liberty Security Force on a safe frequence, and hopefully settle those things.

~Agent Kapkan out,
awaiting further orders

....::::Location: Unknown::::...
....::::Encoding: Unkown ::::....
....::::Signal strength: low::::....

Ladies, gentleman,

agent Kapkan reporting in from planet New Paris, my work behind enemy lines might have drawn some attantion by local authorites. I'am currently hiding inside a building complex within the city of "Saint-Germain", with me is Sentry. We heard about a VIP thats visits Germain from some Civilians in the streets, funny enough some of these citizens have more Intel than the Kempetai, anywas we localised him and we were able to get rather close. However it didnt took long until the surveillance drones of the GRP found us, unfortunately Sentry got shot in the arm by one of them. We ran to the closest sewer entrance to escape which was clutch considering the GRP was looking around in the entire district. To our luck we found a underground market run by a few Union Corse members, we were allowed to hide there for a day, they offert us food and helped Sentry with his arm. The next moring one of the guys told us about the building complex where we are currently hiding, and that the landlord is of their guys. He allowed us to stay as long as we need to, in exchange he wanted us to promise that we'll keep fighting along side the Council.
Long story short, we are fine. Except Sentry maybe but his arm is looking good, however we're acting as a Sleepercell now. We need to cut communication from now on, and wait till things calm down around here. Let it be known, the reactivation code is: "Phoenix's Shadow".

Encryption: Medium
Priority: Medium
Target ID: CIS Assets
Subject: New Orders
My fellow Rapiers,

Director Tempora has taken leave from her position at the top of our group and I have taken up this post from her. She will continue to serve by your side though and not let up on anyone. In this new position at Leading our Organization, new orders will be issued soon, as will I reveal myself to you face-to-face, but this time is not now - to reveal myself that is.

Continue your excellent work, continue serving the Republic. Expect to hear from me again soon.

Enigma
Director of the CIS

Encryption: High
Priority: Medium
Target ID: CIS Assets
Subject: State of Affairs
My fellow Rapiers,

It has been some time since I've sent you a Communique, and I assume your assignments are all going well. The reports I've received are pleasing and it is time we took a step further. We will be mounting Expeditions into the Omicron Systems, I have a very specific set of things I want to be scouted and analyzed. Closer assignments will be held during our meeting.

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Until such time continue your current assignments and bring glory to the Republic.

Enigma
Director of the CIS

Encryption: High
Priority: Medium
Target ID: CIS Assets
Subject: It's time.
My fellow Rapiers,

Directive SPL1NT3-R is now in effect. God Speed.

Enigma
Director of the 17th Rapiers

Encryption: Invincible

ID: CIS Director Clarisse Berengere

Location: Classified

Subject: New Changes, and A New Assignment: Operation Titanium Gate.

"Bonjour. It appears that the Service has been inactive for some time, and, upon the wishes of Crayter's leaders, I have volunteered to take the place as the new Director, for a reform of our division here. The few of you with me right now, we must make the most out of our duties. We must not sit around and leave our great people sitting like ducks without the information they need."

"Our first mission as a newly reformed Service is to secretly scout out the Gallic Systems one by one, taking guncams on every spacemark there. This is to assist the Movers in finding proper trade routes in Gallia with our potential unlawful allies there. The Unione Corse, the Gallic Brigands, the Council, and the Maquis. These are who we are looking for. We must make friends with the people we can. Those of you whom I privately contacted, you have the means given by me to remain unseen in Gallia. Those of you that I have not privately contacted, and you are still playing a part here, I implore that you report here so I can give you details. We must mark Ile-de-France, Burgundy, Dauphine, Orleanais, and Picardy. You are to remain completely undetected by anyone while in Gallia. Anyone who is an easy target that sees you, they must be neutralized to keep our discretion. The only exceptions to this are the unlawfuls. Otherwise, flee. I know this place better than anyone else here."

"Secondly, we are also tasked to create an alliance with the unlawfuls of Gallia, as previously stated. I will be handling that, sending a communication broadcast localized to all Gallic unlawful comms. If we can get them to answer, it will be one step closer to a better universe, a better Sirius. If we get on their side, Gallia will be a little more prone, perhaps. So it must be done."

"This is all that we are vitally tasked to do at this moment. As of now, this operation is active. You are to only use fighters on this operation. The use of bombers will be permitted if dogfight preference is an issue, or if I deem it necessary. Those of you who wish to volunteer, step forward, and come into our arms."

"Bonne chance."

Wildkins

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