Basilica fleet is reporting that they have managed to successfully deploy to the Tau theater, currently located in Tau-31, gathering the precise recon information. Light attack group led by battlecruiser Bastia have remained in Coronado to cover the barrier passage into independent worlds. Basilica attack group is currently combat-ready and maintaining minimal radio chatter on encrypted channels. Logistic support of the attack group Basilica is at an acceptable level, attack group can operate at its full capacity.

Our fresh attack group led by Captana is now fully prepared for operations and was deployed to Omicron Tau as we expected more action from the side of the Gallic Confederation. As it appears, the new Gallic government has invested itself in Rheinland affairs. Considering the activity of the other Houses within the Barrier and Tau worlds in particular and rather low activity of Gallic confederation in this region it is suggested to deploy the Captana attack group to reinforce our presence in Taus and make a strong showing.

Current Zones of Operations are the following:


Our recon teams report that Kusari is deploying its fleet into Taus and they seem to be moving into the direction of Tau-31, as first Kusari warships have already entered the system. This will, no doubt, lead them into the conflict with the Colonial Republic. Basilica and Captana attack groups need to strike now, otherwise, we will lose an initiative. Our enemies need to suffer a crushing defeat and initiative to be returned to our hands.

Suggested targets for the strike of our joint forces are ::LIMP TAILOR:: and ::BRONZE LIZARD:: in ::HALO:: system. If successful, this would allow us to create enough space for operation and will provide our enemies a good lesson of what comes up their asses when they come to our territory.

If the following plan is to be accepted by your side, Loyola Guard will lead the Basilica group from the south and Imperial Coalition would assume command of the Captana group to strike from opposing direction. This would require a high level of coordination, but the current situation requires immediate action. Remaining passive in this situation would mean a betrayal of the national interests.

Nothing changed since that comm, I am not very competent at the military affairs. I did not plan it myself, I have officers consulting me and I've just compiled information that I was told. What I said above is my conclusion on the matter and it seems like my conclusions are right since you consider this operation the most optimal at the moment. While having a certain risk, it will be very rewarding if it succeeded and open a new window of opportunities.

We have to work on establishing a proper TACCOM between Captana and Basilica.

Also, I was thinking about the motto of the Basilica group. "The shadow of death is the one we cast!". I think that sounds good, what do you think?

Good. I will go and inspect Basilica forces personally. Have to make sure that everything is in order. Let's hope that we will be able to roll with this as soon as possible.

Interesting. I agree only partially, ::LIMP TAILOR:: would mean certain overextension. I had another round of consultations right now, ::BRONZE LIZARD:: and ::SALTY WILLOW:: would be more suitable. I insist that the system of ::HALO:: is the priority, it will give us more operational freedom. If we start action in Lorraine, it will only cause more attention to Omicron Tau in the future. We need to distract their attention and force fights far away from home.

Indeed Dons will ask some questions if we won't show them immediate success. The triumph over ::SALTY WILLOW:: will certainly be the one. As for the central command, I don't oppose the idea, until it follows the political direction that we make.

Now I suggest we give order to Basilica and Captana attack groups to start operation ::ORANGE HAMMER:: against ::BRONZE LIZARD:: and ::SALTY WILLOW:: in ::HALO:: system.

Well, counting new disposition with Kusari occupying the majority of the Taus and invading Gallia, I have contacted our friends in Kusari, namely GC and BD. BD seems to want to catch the opportunity and commit some massive strikes in northern Kusari and Tau-53. Currently, the agenda is the United Front of GC, BD, and well, us, there might be an opportunity to get us in a good position to flank Lorraine from that direction and to level down the threat to Omicron Tau, naturally all attention will go to Tau-53 first. In addition, the minefield is not really giving us an opportunity to maneuver, while Tau-53 and it's link to Lorraine is something else entirely. The good news is that we will have allies to carry some weight for us, all in all, this can be an alternative to ::ORANGE HAMMER::.

::NNETLNK-29cdf10c5ab:: - negotiation channel. You may join or just let me know what you think and I will keep negotiating with a common position in mind. I have to admit it turned out to be more interesting than I initially expected.

There's a massive difference between the Blood Dragons holding space as compared to Houses, they actually tolerate Cardamine distribution thanks to GC. GC will always be there behind their back in case if Blood Dragons will decide to play stupid games. On paper, they can claim whatever you want. They have ambitious plans and I generally like what I hear from them. After some internal shifts, they now look like workable material. In any case, I think it's nice to have an alternative option at the table in the case if something goes wrong with the ::ORANGE HAMMER::.

And yes, they both did us a favor killing each other. More chaos we cause, the easier time our traffic will have. Having a regional partner that would secure some areas for us and instead of us is... just a good thing?

Also I glad you appreciate my style.