It has been a while since we have sent a transmission to each other. I've been pre-occupied, and I know previous works we had started seem to of fallen off the wayside... but I want to reach out to you to inquire about a particular resource that may be found in Kusari. I was informed by a Coalition official that there is a source of ore that could be found in Kusari referred to as "Platinum" ore. He was informed by a "Watanabe" clan, but I rather get it verified through you first as I have never met such a clan, nor have we encountered any through collaborating with you and your clan supporters. It was also brought to my attention that there is a definitive need of this resource to import into the Coalition.

If such an ore can be found in your space, I'd like to see if we can setup some form of collaboration to where we can perhaps buy it from you or you can deliver it to us in the Omegas. I have a trade post for such purposes managed by Volgograd Industrial to store any ores you may bring us, or we bring from you.

Let me know your thoughts, Comrade.

If only you could see my laughter. It seems we've been played! You see I knew there was something off when our respected official spoke with such certainty, and with a slight tone of an order. We've been active together for quite some time, and I believe that if there were something of value that you could provide you would of told us. So count me as equally confused if not surprised to hear this not from your mouth but his.

I must say my dear shogunate comrade, it seems your subject response is correct. There is in fact a rogue clan in the system then. One whom think they can speak for you all, and for the sake of our relations I hope they will be drawn out and purged soon. As for our behalf, I'll be sure to inform our official that any future economic collaboration from Kusari must be through us and agreed upon by you. To not repeat this mishap, I will take full responsibility for his mistake. But innocent as he was, I believe this resource will be valuable to our industries.


To alleviate you of the burden of travel and at your suggestion, I will order Volgograd Industrial to bring the ores from your base to ours, and I'd like to extend a little extra for your comrades. For any that help escort us through the Kusari systems, they can expect to be paid for each system they had to escort us through. I can provide limited access to a special channel where escort work is reported to for payment.

How does that sound for you?

Wonderful news to hear. I shall start informing Volgograd Industrial to inform their transport pilots to head to your location. If we find any more intel on our end regarding this rogue faction, or if we ever approach them, you will definitely get a detailed report from us. I share your view, and I will ensure that we continue to be a trustyworthy and honorable ally.

As I mentioned before with regards to your warriors, if they find us they are more than welcome to escort us throughout our journey to the extent that they can. Be sure to let them know to inform Volgograd Industrial directly on this transmission Mission Board, there is a category for allied escorts, and we will pay for their service to the extent of their reach.

To our continued friendship!