Incoming transmission from Ames Research Station, Kepler System***
Caller ID: Captain Joosua Elonen***
Vessel Nomenclature: CSV***
Vessel Callsign: Megiddo***
Okie dokie, let's try this again.
I, Joosua Elonen, Zoner of adequate standing, do request docking privleges at your Pueblo Bonito facility. My intentions are to purchase an Aquilon carrier and thereafter to depart post haste into the Periphery of Sirius.
My intentions with said vessel are, for the most part, non-military. I will be using the Aquilon for research and exploration throughout the Bad Parts of Space. "Bad Parts" being code for "hostile xenomorph-infested".
Encryption:Raven Source:Ravenhurst Watch, Baffin System From:Helena Agrippa To: Captain Joosua Elonen Subject: Docking rights
Kallisti again Captain Elonen,
Since your last communication we have had plenty of time to investigate you and it seems that your story is true. In spite of that it is my obligation to remind you on some things you need to know if you are going to fly one of our babies.
We are not fond of Cab Aquilons. If you ever get bored of "research and exploration throughout the hostile xenomorph-infested parts of space", as you call the outer rim of the Sirius Sector, don't turn your vessel into a taxi. If we hear that you are jumping third parties into house space we will phone your home at horrible hours, waking you up and telling you stupid jokes that won't make you laugh even a tiny bit. We will also set paper bags full of crap on fire at your front door and ring the bell, and such.
We are not fond of people who taint the good name of the Zoner Community. Please don't start fights at bars if you are carrying your Aquilon inside your pocket and most importantly, don't ever fly into House Space. Gallia is also not recommended, but if you go there, please make a mess of the place.
That said, I hereby grant you docking permission on Pueblo Bonito. Your vessel callsign will be added to the guest list temporarily within the next 48 hours.
Without any other particular to discuss, I salute you with a big and fat 23.
Incoming transmission from within the Baffin system***
Caller ID: Captain Joosua Elonen***
Vessel Nomenclature: CSV***
Vessel Callsign: Megiddo***
Kallisti Templar Agrippa!
I'm currently holding in a geosynchronized orbit of Planet Eris awaiting for final clearance to dock at Pueblo Bonito. I'm not here to cause trouble, despite what Ravenhurst security thinks.
I guess I'll finish The Brothers Karamazov while I'm waiting.
*Incoming Transmission*
Comm ID: Mad John Rackham
Location: Ambassador's Office, Shasta Orbital Skyhook, Baffin System
To: Captain Joosua Elonen
Captain,
I can confirm that access papers have been signed off for your vessel Meggido and you should now have access to Pueblo Benito to obtain the ship and equipment you require. Be advised not to change your ship's name whilst on the base otherwise you may have trouble leaving.
The access will remain open for 48 hours from the time of this message after which it will auto-expire... But if you need a time extension just whisper in our collective ear...
Apologies for the delay. We are taking steps to speed this process up.
Incoming transmission from within the Baffin system***
Caller ID: Captain Joosua Elonen***
Vessel Nomenclature: CSV***
Vessel Callsign: Megiddo***
Greetings Mr. Rackham. I've been having a delightful time in your system, admiring Planet Eris, catching up on some reading and engaging in some intense aerobic excercises as I dash to and fro putting out electrical fires throughout my ship.
I just encountered you in space. but it seems you where at your cloak mode allready. I have checked it allready with the defense systems. It is now corrected. You have access now to Pueblo. Have a good day.
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Kallisti Popes and Templars,
My name is Sogetsu Kazama, The Docking Manager on Kumo Outpost. Japanese for cloud and located in the border worlds of Sirius, Kumo serves as a deep space research complex, vault, way point and sanctuary for all vessels flying with the tags KOG| and KRS|. At one time united without namesake, the KOG| and KRS| were formed in the midst of a martial law. Limited by the amount of ships Kumo's pilots were allowed to operate due to restrictions set forth by the administrators of Kumo's home system. Requiring more resources then the few pilots that were still cleared to fly could provided. As this was a time during Kumo's growth, Miyuki Nakamura, Kumo's director proposed a squadron of supply ships be instated. These ships would fly under a single tag that was recognized as no threat to martial law as it currently stood. these ships would also need to maximize their cargo capacities as well as maintain a reputation of non-hostility. The logical choice was the ZBT-100Z 2's as only a few of these resource ships could be commissioned. Christened with names of trust and truth, The Kumo Resource Squadron was a success. Accomplishing many upgrades to the base it self and increasing its own ranks to include DL class BWT's, The KRS| and Kumo began to flourish in spite of the hindrance of its pilots due to martial law. All cog work is not without its occasional wrench though, and this one came in the form of a capital ship with hostile intentions. Kumo needed security and weapons platforms were still a long way away from construction and we were still short on ships that we could fly. So the answer was the same as before, form a wing of ships for the defense of Kumo and The KRS|. The Kumo Outpost Guard was created. A small fleet of only 4 was commissioned comprised of a Corvo, a Fearless and two Conferences. Named after the might of Wind and Water, The KOG| ships provided the security needed to see Kumo Outpost and the KRS| through its completion of constructions and the remainder of the martial law. The KRS| and KOG| continue to supply Kumo as well as other nearby Zoner installations such as Phoenix Spaceport. I am sending this transmission concerning access to Pueblo Bonito for several reasons: The aquisition of ships to increase the ranks of both the KOG| and KRS|. The desire to explore any trade opportunities to and from Baffin and to expand relations with our fellow Zoners. Therefore on behalf of Kumo Outpost, The KRS|&KOG|, I respectfully request access to Pueblo Bonito from the Popes and Templars of The TAZ. In addition to the access fee required of all pilots. I would also offer the KRS| to supply Ravenhurst and Pueblo Bonito with: Basic Alloys, Food Rations, Water, Oxygen, Various Fuels and any other items you might require/desire. I have also provided Hyperspace Coordinates in a private channel for both Ravenhurst and Kumo Outpost. I have also added The TAZ to our docking manifest so please be our guest whenever you like. Enclosed is proofs of our affiliation, identification and transaction to the Temple Fund. I look forward to your reply and thank you for your time.
I have read your request.. Still it gives me some questions to ask. Some even attention points for us within the TAZ concearning these Hyperspace coordinates you have from our home. It doesn't please me well. I will see it as a token of good faith instead.
You offer us a service wich at this time we do not need. But it might change in the near future as we have some plans wich your help might become a valuable asset. But for this we will contact you on another channel when the time will come.
Now to the point of the ships...
You want some of our magnificent ZBT-100Z 2's may i ask how many? As i need to inform our ships salesman about this order? And an additional note on these ships. It is not possible to dock these within house space. The docking rings are not compatible with it! Are even rumours of pilots who managed to dock there where caught by the local police. And we surely dont want those ships to fall in the hands of any house.
If you give me the additional information about the amount of these ships along with your consent not to dock it within house space. Then i will grant your request.
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Kallisti Richard, thank you for your reply. I would like to first address your inquires and concerns regarding my previous transmission. At present time i am requesting three ZBT-100Z 2's, this has the possibility to change to four but is unlikely at this time. Being occasional pilot of this magnificent ship, I am well aware of the compatibility of docking rings and other mooring fixtures within Sirius House Space. I myself personally instruct our pilots on docking procedures of large class Zoner ships and are well informed of the dangers and consequences of deviating from said procedures. Regarding the Hyper spatial Coordinates, I am from Kusari by birth. In Japan we value honor over all things, sometimes even our lives. One's honor is determined not by wealth or possessions, but by ones character. It was not my intention to invoke thoughts that would demean our character to the TAZ, even if only slightly. This does not bring honor to me and to those who i might have brought thoughts of concern to, I apologize. If any consolation to this matter we did present you with Hyper spatial Coordinates to our home as well. Which although we are not TAZ some consider Kumo a Temple of its own in some ways. The channel was also very much secured. I have also heightened the security on this transmission to a G.T.F.O. encryption, the chance of interception is extremely unlikely. I do not make excuse, simply trying to lay any concerns you might have to rest. Once again I would like to thank you for both your time, and reply. It was a pleasure to meet your acquaintance Mr.Cole, I look forward to hearing from you again soon