We are looking at a serious power vacuum situation which certain former allies are looking to exploit. The disintegration of the Kingdom of Gallia and the political uncertainty in the Taus and Barrier region has left it unstable and vulnerable, and the Crayter Republic, who have no doubt learned much from the imperialist ways of their Bretonian masters, are now moving against us actively. Thankfully, we've seen this coming for months now, from the day the traitors first revealed themselves. Our stations are adequately fortified, docking clearances and access privileges have long since been updated, so we have some degree of readiness.
Still, the unexpectedly rapid dissolution of the war front and the hostility of the Republic of Liberty makes the situation more critical than anticipated.
The Order has stood by our side against house imperialism despite the odds, and I believe we are ever closer aligned in our desire to free ourselves from tyranny and bondage perpetrated by the houses, and their now-faithful servant of the Crayter Republic. If you can spare assets to assist in the protection of our Tau and Barrier assets, we would be most appreciative.
⧫ Akabat
⧫ Omicron Mu
⧫ 08/09/826
⧫ FROM: The Order Overwatch
⧫ TO: IMG Guildmasters
Crayterian Aggression
We had heard first of your problems first hand from Crayterian Government before you had approached us. The so called Republic, which we believe is just a front for military dictatorship has broadcasted communication to a wide array of recipients which they consider friends or business associates. We owe you at least that much to share it with you.
I respect you greatly. You had backed us up at Aland and our ideological enemies are of the same imperialist ilk. We had publicly condemned decision of Crayter, shut down relations with their micro-state and cancelled any contracts with them. While most of the High Command believes it is enough, I personally doubt it will stop the Crayterian Military from escalating the situation even despite further threats from our side against escalating the conflict.
Our power projection in lower Tau’s is limited so there is nothing we can do in regards to Holman. However O.C.V. Atum is already stationed within Coronado and your northern holdings are within reach of our regular fleets. While we are not officially at war, we are willing to retain Atum in-system as a bastion and security guarantee which Crayter no longer has access to. Whichever allies you may have in Independent Worlds, we may consider allowing docking rights to Atum as a strategic deterrent if this is found necessary.
I understand why you did what you had to do, in regards to Universal and Bretonia. Gallia, despite being despicable genocidal bastards had treated conquered civilian population under their rule with a certain dose of persecution-free autonomy which your Guild endured under for years… which I believe was their plan in regards for their end-game in Bretonia. Make no mistake, The Order now stands against them and their benevolent hand will eventually end and so will their support for Guild, however I am not going to accuse you of anything. The unholy alliance between mortal enemies should be dissolving any day now. My recommendation is to seek political protection and shelter in Kusari and New Gallia.
Grand Admiral Michal Golanski
Black Fleet, 1st Battlegroup "Wargods"