TO : NATIO OCTAVARIUM | FROM: OUROBOROS DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS DIRECT.. | SUBJ: GREETINGS

[Nodoka Hanamura]

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Subject: Greetings

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北の烽火。
Beacon of the North.

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Konnichiwa.

I am Setsuna Kobayashi, the Commodore-Major and Director of the Ouroboros Revolutionary Group's Hakugyokurou Diplomatic Affairs Directorate.

Through both recent diplomatic connections to Clan Ando, as well as intelligence reports from elements within Ouroboros, we were made aware of the presence of the Natio Octivarium and would like to establish a working relationship with you.

Ouroboros is a recently established Kusarian Revolutionary Faction that wishes to establish a more progressive, democratic governmental structure and progressive policies akin to what was recorded from Kusari's predecessor, the Republic of Japan, meanwhile partaking in operations on the Gallic front and in the Omicrons.

We are not.. entirely aware of what Natio Octavarium's goals or intents are, but If they are in line with ours, Ouroboros would be more than happy to collaborate with you.

Please feel free to get back to us at your earliest convenience.

Commodore-Major Setsuna Kobayashi
Ouroboros Hakugyokurou Diplomatic Affairs Directorate

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Identification: Harold Kane, Minister of Relations
Affiliation: Natio Octavarium

To: Setsuna Kobayashi, Ouroboros

Subject: RE: Greetings
Encryption: Thorough
Location: OCS Repentance, Tau-44

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Konbanwa.

OCS Abdicant Seraphine, huh? A fascinating coincidence in ship prefixes. There is great synchronicity all throughout my mailbox these past weeks.

It is good to meet you, Commodore-Major Kobayashi. My name is Harold Kane. I am the Minister of Relations for Natio Octavarium, a position which puts me in the fields of both public relations and military command. I would vaguely allude to yours not being the first counter-establishment Kusari organization whose name has crossed my desk in the past few days, but since you've already directly referenced Clan Ando, I will take that as a sign that I can safely be a bit more direct.

We are in an interesting position in this here little hideaway nestled in the Taus. Our history is an interesting one, with traditional ties all over, in elements lawful and otherwise. We have gone through several changes in naming, intent, diplomacy, and operations, but more recently we have discovered the right position to be in: the one that keeps our citizens alive in these trying years. Sirius is a dangerous place at the best of times. Wherever you go, you are flanked by at least one war, if not two or three. We chose a part of the sector where we know the players to varying degrees to settle down and establish ourselves as a free and independent micro-nation.

The Natio is not particularly pleased with the current Reformed Empire of Kusari or Democratic People's Republic of Kusari or whatever the hell the formerly mighty Gallic puppet state is calling itself this week. Their inaction during the Gallic invasion of Sirius and subsequent surrender to the Royalist forces demonstrated their clear lack of care for the safety of their citizens and for a future free of systematic oppression for all Sirians. We welcome any attempts to change the situation there, though the sheer number of apparently disparate organizations looking to accomplish this in recent months does give me cause for concern as to the efficacy of these attempts. I have seen this problem before in Rheinland; Too many counter-establishment groups without a united front end up fighting each other over petty concerns when together they could be succeeding in their strife against a corrupt government.

That being said, I have much more faith in the... for lack of a better term, underworld of Kusari than I do the underworld of Rheinland.

I believe we are, theoretically, in a position to be in good standing with one another, Kobayashi-san. Tau-44 is always open to groups that oppose Gallic Royalist oppression. Just mind the locals that we share the system with. While their bark tends to be worse than their bite, they do tire easily of the former and switch to the latter rather dramatically (though often to little effect). I am more than happy to forge a diplomatic path with Ouroboros. My only questions to you are, what exactly do your operations entail, who do they target, and what is it that you're looking for?

Warmest regards,
Harold Kane
Minister of Relations, Natio Octavarium

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Subject: Greetings

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北の烽火。
Beacon of the North.

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Konnichiwa.

Our Leader, Nodoka Hanamura - has been indisposed this morning (A rough day as was yesterday with Logistical and other situations taking place all over had left her drained by the end) and as such, her Adjutant has been left in charge of giving me formal responses from Command in regards to Diplomatic inquests.

As for your concerns in regards to Ouroboros and Clan Ando's presence in Kusari and the multiple factions vying for power, Ouroboros is attempting to enter a position where we in Ouroboros can enter a strong mutual relationship with them and other democratic anti-Roi revolutionary factions as to create a united front against the Kusari government. Our intent is, once the conflict is over, we may establish new political parties in power as to shift the power towards the people, all the while convincing the popuiation of the atrocities caused by the Gallic Roi as a result of Kusari's sheer negligence, among other mutually agreed upon policies.

However, unlike Clan Ando, Ouroboros does have two other frontline objectives, both in the Omicrons and the "Tau Corridor" as it the Gallic front has been nicknamed by command. They are major areas of operations to us, but do not take precedence in priority to Kusari.

Firstly, the operations in the Omicrons pertain to the Order. The best way to answer our stance on the Order is essentially that we wish to overthrow the Order Overwatch and Install a proper command structure that will be able to competently handle the Nomad threat. We do have numerous reports as to the complaints lodged by Ouroboros internally about the organization, if you wish to see an example.

Secondly, the Operations in the Tau Corridor consist of reinforcing allied front and at-risk elements through frontline combat operations, signals and electronic intelligence, intrapersonal intelligence gathering operations, and logistical support to possible allies. (Kingdom of Bretonia, Le Conseil Gaulois de Liberté et d'Unité Nationale, Covenant of Auxo, Natio Octavarium)

We wish to help liberate Gallia from Oppression, much like how Kusari's current joke of a government is nothing more than a compromise between the Republicans and Imperials, twisted by the Keiretsu to make the Kusari state a mere bystander rather than a active interloper in the blasted corporate cold war between Kishiro and Samura.

Ouroboros seeks to establish allies for now and when it and her allies in Kusari ascend the political ladder. Any support you could provide - intelligence on force deployment of the GRN and KNF/KSP (if you go trek deep enough into Kusari to do so), logistical support for our bases in "Northern" Sirius, and assistance in the front lines would be greatly appreciated.

Commodore-Major Setsuna Kobayashi
Ouroboros Hakugyokurou Diplomatic Affairs Directorate

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Identification: Harold Kane, Minister of Relations
Affiliation: Natio Octavarium

To: Setsuna Kobayashi, Ouroboros

Subject: RE: Greetings
Encryption: Thorough
Location: OCS Repentance, Tau-44

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Good evening.

Hanamura? That's a name I'd heard floating around, but not one I'd considered investigating. I think an Auxesia pilot I conversed with at one point mentioned it.

I share your concerns about the Order. They've been spotted in odd places recently and some of my contacts have made some... disturbing claims about their actions in the past few years. It's been rather worrying that in the few years that we've been out of commission so to speak, there have been multiple genocidal fascist uprisings throughout Sirius. I cannot commit to anything publicly or privately, but if your goal is to replace them, then between you and me, it's a goal that we are interested in seeing come to fruition. It's been some time since any of us have last spoken to Grand Admiral Mikey, but by all accounts he's more or less gotten himself a god complex at this point. Complete and utter disregard for the value of sophontic life. Tragic.

As far as our operations in Kusari go, they're limited to logistics. We're trying to not draw too much military attention to ourselves outside of the Taus whenever possible. But if you need a hand with something, we'll see what we can drum up. We have plenty of options available to us, legal and otherwise.

Consider yourselves guests of the Natio. Our services are not yet completely up and running but I'm sure we can get some berthing space for your smaller vessels aboard Melbourne Station if you need a place to repair and refuel. Just, uh, be mindful of the Crayterians. They're technically the sovereign owners of the system. We just have an agreement with them, but it doesn't tend to extend to foreign capital ships. Some other friends of ours came to visit a few weeks ago with something a bit larger than the Crayter Military was comfortable with and it nearly came to blows in front of one of our civilian installations. We can go to bat for you but I can't guarantee a home run.

Warmest regards,
Harold Kane
Minister of Relations, Natio Octavarium

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Subject: Greetings

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北の烽火。
Beacon of the North.

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Konnichiwa, Kane-dono.

I am Supreme Commander Adjutant Mieko Iekahara, the aide to Supreme Commander Hanamura. As of this moment I have been authorized to act as the exclusive delegate to the Natio.

As Hanamura-sensei and I are both former Zoners (we were in exile from our house due to various criminal acts against the state in both a act of rebellion among other things) from Freeport 11, we have first hand experience with the brutality of the Order. We for a short period attempted to try and convince Golanski's XO, Sara Shepard, to overthrow the Order Overwatch, but to no avail. Ergo, we have resorted to the latter option of targeting all HVTs within The Order for immediate apprehension and subsequent judgement and punishment, as well as disrupting operations to the point where chain of command cannot be reascertained. With this, Ouroboros will issue a declaration to the remnants of The Order and its' Command structure once the Command Operations Directorate deems it suitable to pursue our goal of restoring the Order to its' former glory, and then allowing them to resume their campaign against the Slomon K'hara.

In regards to Kusari, Ouroboros is understanding of the fact that the Natio wishes not to incur more problems than they already have on their plate as is, what with the Roi and what other issues the Taus carry with them. Logistics support is appreciated irregardless, as we will be undergoing major refits to our installations in the coming weeks, and our Flagship in the coming months.

Ouroboros is honored to be a guest of the Natio Octavarium, and I look forward to meeting with you in person sometime. As for the Crayterian Republic, prior to our departure from Zoner Society, Hanamura-sensei and I had aided a wrecked Crayterian transport in the Taus that was damaged severely by the GRN, the Crayterian Transport Vessel Kaddish. Although Crayteria is bound to have forgotten this small detail, we should not have much issue falling into their good graces.

All in all, I hope you can also help us put in a good word with them, and we look forward to future collaboration with Natio Octavarium.

Sincerely,

Supreme Commander-Adjutant Mieko Iekahara
Advisor to Supreme Commander Nodoka Hanamura
Delegate to Natio Octavarium

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Subject: Support

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北の烽火。
Beacon of the North.

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Konnichiwa, Kane-dono.

It has been a while since Ouroboros checked in on our friends in the Taus. I hope all is going well, as we haven't heard from you lately.

I wish to alert you that Ouroboros' Command Operations Directorate, has passsed Resolution 0006 via our legislative system, which is maintained by both the COD and in some cases by the faction personnel at large.

OUROBOROS C.O.D. RESOLUTION ZERO ZERO ZERO SIX (0006)

AUTHORIZATION OF EXTENDED SUPPORT TO NATIO OCTAVARIUM
ORDAINED POST INCOLUMINUS 825

APPROVED BY SUPREME COMMANDER NODOKA HANAMURA
AND THE COMMAND OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE ON 12 AUGUST 825 AS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Prefix - Definitions
Title I - Civil Authorizations
Title II - Military Authorizations
Title III - Diplomatic Authorizations

The following Resolution, approved on August 12th, 825 AS hereby recognizes the Micro-nation of Natio Octavarium as a legally recognized nation by both Ouroboros and the proposed State-in-Exile that is currently under development by Ouroboros to supplant the Kusari Imperial Government. This resolution serves as a formal statement of factional policy to both Ouroboros Personnel and Natio Octavarium and is to take effect IMMEDIATELY.


PREFIX - DEFINITIONS

The following is a list of definitions for terms used in this agreement that are of interest to those who read it.

"We" refers to the Ouroboros Revolutionary Group, it's Command structure and its' personnel.

"The Natio" refers in short to the Natio Octavarium Micro-state.

"Defense Authorization" refers a formal unilateral agreement to the target faction, of which a bilateral agreement (where both Ouroboros and the target faction offer a mutual defense agreement to each other) may be established in the future.

"Diplomatic Office" refers to an installation that is used for the sole purpose of maintaining diplomatic ties to the target faction, preferably in a major population center or key installation. Under no circumstances, unless further ordained in this document, are extensive military/security personnel to be deployed to this office for any reason other than security of non-combatant personnel.

"Trade Authorization" refers to a civil agreement that allows for open trade between both Ouroboros and the target faction on Ouroboros Installations and controlled population centers.


TITLE I - CIVIL AUTHORIZATIONS

Let it be ordained that the following Trade Authorization is in effect:


1. We shall permit open and free trade between Ouroboros and The Natio indefinitely until this agreement is revised to change this authorization or is rendered null and void, with exception to HIGHSEC installations as outlined in this agreement.
2. The Natio will be permitted to dock on Ouroboros installations for the sake of hiding from possible threats, as well as for supplies and rest as needed.
3. Under no circumstances, unless authorized later by the COD, revisions to this document are changed or removed, will the Natio be permitted to dock at the following installations:
- "Lost Research Platform", Codename "MIRAI", Sigma-19.


TITLE II - DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS

Let it be ordained that the following Defense Authorization is in effect:

1. We shall provide tactical and supply support to The Natio in the event of a invasionary action, act of aggression or any hostile act caused against them, their military and their citizenry.
2. We shall not provide tactical support to The Natio in the event of a proactive act of hostility with an ally or friendly party unless otherwise agreed upon prior by the COD. This does not extend to entitities that we are unfriendly or belligerent towards.
3. This Authorization is unilateral, and as of this writing, is not part of a mutual defense agreeement.

TITLE III - DIPLOMATIC AUTHORIZATIONS

Let it be ordained that a Diplomatic Office will be made available to The Natio on FOB Maehara for the purpose of maintaining a diplomatic connection between Ouroboros and the Natio.

Furthermore, We will actively pursue the establishment of a Diplomatic Office on Canberra Star City for the same purpose as outlined above. This is considered a declaration of mutual intent, and is not legally binding.

Signed:

Supreme Commander Nodoka Hanamura
Command Operations Directorate CO
Electronically signed and Ratified 12 August 825.

If there is any support the Natio needs from Ouroboros, we shall provide whatever we can spare to help you. A relationship only lasts if both sides are willing to provide for one another. Let us take the first step to ensuring a bright future for us and The Natio.

Sincerely,

Supreme Commander-Adjutant Mieko Iekahara
Advisor to Supreme Commander Nodoka Hanamura
Delegate to Natio Octavarium

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Identification: Minister Harold Kane
Affiliation: Ministry of Relations, Natio Octavarium

To: Mieko Iekahara, Ouroboros Highcom

Subject: RE: Support
Encryption: Definitely.
Location: Canberra Star City, Tau-44

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Good evening,

Apologies for the delay in response. We have had some crises down south to attend to.

We deeply appreciate your pledge of support for us. While things are currently relatively stable in the Tau-44 system, our logistical outreach is a bit of a mess at the moment. Too many friends having humanitarian issues, too little time.

Your delegates will find themselves in possession of a new office on the upper level ring of Canberra's commons area, approximately 180 square metres in size for use as an embassy and diplomatic office. They will also find in the residential section three 60 square metre two-bedroom apartments for permanent and/or transient uses.

We'll send over a pair of delegates to FOB Maehara posthaste.

Warm regards,
Taskmaster Harold Kane
Fourth Octavarium Fleet

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北の烽火。
Beacon of the North.

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Greetings, Taskmaster Kane.

We have come to report to you that FOB Maehara had to be evacuated due to concerns over tensions in the region. Your personnel are being transported back to Natio Octavarium territory until such a time we can re-establish a more permanent installation, and should arrive on Canberra within the week.

Furthermore, we come to you ask for a favor. As.. much as I personally have my issues with the Outcasts, having been a former Cardamine user during my time in the GC, the COD has asked for the Natio's assistance in opening up talks with the Amalfi Directorate. Due to the.. initial declaration we had made publically, the Nazione Maltesa at large may look at us with less than favorable attitude, and as such, we would like to hopefully open up talks with them, as to see how we could enter a mutually beneficial situation for both of us.

I hope to hear back from you soon.

Sincerely,

Commodore-Major Setsuna Kobayashi
Ouroboros Revolutionary Group
Hakugyokurou Diplomatic Affairs Directorate

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Greetings, Taskmaster Kane.

I don't know if this address for you is still valid, we've been in Uncharted Sirius space for a while now.

Ouroboros is currently operating a fleet consisting of its' personnel on a long-range flight plan to t$&!*@(). It's been... from what I can ping from this far out to the nearest RAIS array.. nearly a half year since we were last in known )!(@*$@{}"}}""}" know when this will get to you, but since this is the only line that seems to be stable from my end..

I do have one inquiry for you..

What has happened in our absence from Sirius?


Mieko Iekahara
Ouroboros Revolutionary Group

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Identification: Adjutant Harold Kane
Affiliation: Natio Octavarium, Fourth Fleet

To: Mieko Iekahara

Subject: RE: Return
Encryption: Very Yes
Location: Canberra Star City, Tau-44

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Iekahara-kun,

It is good to hear that you are still alive. This communication channel still works, though in your absence I have taken a change of title and position, and I am no longer a member of the government after nearly being declared dead and an election being held in absentia. Not the cleanest way to go about changing the power structure, but a welcome change from the usual assassinations-and-concentration-camps style of coup humanity is familiar with.

Gallia still hates everyone, the Taus are in a multi-way standoff, Kusari is rattling thermonuclear sabres with Rheinland, Bering is a wasteland do not go there if you value your sanity please for the love of God, I sustained a head injury that I am now mostly recovered from, the Natio is still in decent shape, and the IMG declared war on Bretonia.

You've missed a lot. I've just finished catching up myself. Come to Tau-44, we have fresh tea and warm beds.

Warm regards,
Adjutant Harold Kane
Fourth Octavarium Fleet

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