┝┅{Sender:Executor Ravenna Nagash ┝┅{Recipient:Captain Tavros ┝┅{Location:Planet Crete ┝┅{Message Type:Recording, Visual ┝┅{Subject:Capture of a titan-class transport
Tavros,
I must commend you and the men on this accomplishment. Capturing and boarding a ship of this size while in Rheinlander territory must not have been easy. Have the crew of the Judicator, Tenacity, Trireme, Obstinate, Havoc, and Penumbra rewarded with extra supplies in terms of munitions, rations, and of course, a steady shipment of rum. I expect the best, and I give the best. Send for the families of those we lost - they paid the ultimate price and their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Have them receive a share of the bounty.
Let's meet and discuss further on questioning this individual Festus McBoyle and repurposing the ship for our use.
I will keep you posted when I have an available moment, Executor Ravenna Nagash
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┝┅{Sender: Marco Pedrez ┝┅{Recipients: The Conclave ┝┅{Location: Pacifica Base, Bering ┝┅{Subject: AY CARAMBA, I GOT SHOT
*An image shows a roughed up Marco laying down, holding up what appears to be a bottle of beer to his forehead*
Ayaya, my cabeza is killing me~... Hola el Conclave,
You may be wondering what I'm doing on Pacifica again, but I swear on my food rations it's well warranted this time. Since rumors spread about El Relicos selling for mucho moolah in Liberty, specifically Fontana. I decided to pay a visit on my freshly acquired Raba along some hermanos. While we were approaching Liberty borders, everyone was wondering going so deep was a good idea, so I was... volunteered to fly ahead to make sure the coast is clear.
All was well and good until I jumped to California, where I was immediately greeted by el company of Xenos. Seeing as I went by Ouray delivering el Artifactos not too long ago, and Fontana being Xenos controlled last I checked, I thought we would have a nice chat before I'd resume my way to the 'Freeport'.
Those gringos however were having none of them and just shot me as I was explaining myself! I barely made it to the escape pod and ran away to our good and trusted Unioner hombres at Pacifica, as well as the rest of my hermanos that sent me into the lion's den, who wouldn't stop laughing at me for having my luck, while they just waited to see what happens...
I can understand not liking me, Senor Lazar has made it plenty clear he doesn't enjoy my company very much, but shooting down a hermano who's basically bringing a lot of cash right into your hands? My head hurts just thinking about it... No wait, that's probably just the bruise...
*Marco chugs down the bottle, throws it away and grabs another from the refrigerator before pressing it against a large bump on his head*
[23.11.2022 20:18:13] DTR-CCS>Corredor: Marco: Hola Senors!
[23.11.2022 20:18:23] Red.Snake: Contact on the scanner!
[23.11.2022 20:18:46] DTR-CCS>Corredor: Marco: Senors Xenos, long time no see!
[23.11.2022 20:18:51] XA-Nathan.Stillwater.: Well, lucky us.
[23.11.2022 20:19:04] DTR-CCS>Corredor: Marco: It's been a while since I dropped off some artifacts on Ouray
[23.11.2022 20:19:21] XA-Nathan.Stillwater.: Yeah, I doubt Ouray is your destination.
[23.11.2022 20:19:27] DTR-CCS>Corredor: Marco: As you see I'm hauling some more to Fontana right now, it's run by Xenos primarily if memory serves, si?
[23.11.2022 20:19:30] XA-Nathan.Stillwater.: Regardless.
[23.11.2022 20:19:32] Red.Snake: Clearly not the case here
[23.11.2022 20:19:39] XA-Nathan.Stillwater.: Standing orders are standing orders.
[23.11.2022 20:19:46] XA-Nathan.Stillwater.: We're weapons free.
[23.11.2022 20:19:53] Red.Snake: The fangs will greet you!
[23.11.2022 20:19:54] DTR-CCS>Corredor: Marco: Excuse me? I must have misheard.
[23.11.2022 20:19:57] XA-Phantom,67: Understood.
[23.11.2022 20:19:59] Red.Snake: On to the guns!
[23.11.2022 20:20:07] Death: DTR-CCS>Corredor was put out of action by XA-Nathan.Stillwater. (Gun).
[23.11.2022 20:20:08] DTR-CCS>Corredor: Marco: This is outrgeous!
I'm declaring code red alert, effect immediatly. A Core fleet spearheaded an attack in Xi and managed to push through all the way to Ravenna Invicta. The bomber wing tasked with its defence was scrambled immediately and met with our patrols in the system that fell back in order to mount a proper response. And we did, but we took heavy losses in the process. Our forces did managed to scatter the enemy fleet, which retreated in disarray. Even so, I'm certain this is not the last time we'll hear from them.
To this end, I'm requesting you to recall the Cimitarra Company from their current assignments and dispatch them to Xi. We need its full might to expel this threat from our home. Once the Company is assembled, we'll bring it to the invaders. None shall live to tell the tale.
Ravenna Invicta must live up to its name. We shall make sure it happens.
I am sure you are well aware of the current situation of the Imperio. The situation at Xi seems to be under control as no hostile craft from the Core has been sighted recently. They seem to have backed down.
And, in other news, the insurgent warriors have arrived safely at the rally point at Omicron Nu. Most of their crew is not combat-capable, and their ships are in bad shape for a fight. Until we find a way to replace their damaged components, consider their assets grounded. I hope the situation in the Omegas does not disrupt this operation. I'll keep you updated.
There wasn't any short of bad news lately. First the Core invasion in Xi, which is being handled accordingly by captain Tavros and the Company, and now we face an even greater threat. Port Tragonisi, our hidden base in Omega-55, has been under intense fire by the combined forces of the Coalition and Red Hessian Army. It is worth noting that Technocracy bomber wings have been joining forces with the attackers.
It all started with our fighter wings based on Tragonisi making contact with a Coalition scouting fleet, and knowing our pact with them it didn't raised any concern, but it all turned in a massive invasion on the installation. They held the element of surprise and managed to push through our defences with ease, managing to wipe out our entire force being stationed there. Tragonisi itself took a heavy blow, it's hull integrity was down at 85%.
Part of the Crete defence fleet was scrambled and ordered to relief the siege, so we can push through much needed supplies. For the time being, we have the situation under control.
Repairs are underway and defences are being strengthened. To this end, to complement our logistical fleet, I secured the help of Cryer Pharmaceuticals and Samura Industries. They weren't willing to lend a hand, but I gave them no choice. Risking to lose their entire business with us made them agree on my terms. Samura transports are bringing in Quantum and Optronic arrays needed for the defence grid, while Cryer is focusing on medical supplies for our casualties aboard the station.
This attack came as a big surprise to me. And things somehow mix together. The Core invasion of Xi, now this. There are some missing pieces we need to uncover. Alas, it will have to wait until our business with the Coalition and Red Hessians is settled.
[23.11.2021 18:38:11] DTR-Penumbra: Captain Lucah Samarah will scout the vicinity for any potential hostiles.
[23.11.2021 18:38:47] DTR-Penumbra: I propose that our two great factions unite together in the coming struggle against our mutual enemies.
[23.11.2021 18:39:14] DTR-Penumbra: And that we agree to cooperate on potentially other mutual interests - perhaps trade and supply.
[23.11.2021 18:39:34] DTR-Penumbra: I am sure we can exchange technologies as well to better prepare ourselves.
[23.11.2021 18:39:36] SCRA|CPW-Karl.Marx: I never thought that anyone will unite with Outcast but seems Core leaders became even more stupid
[23.11.2021 18:39:54] DTR-Penumbra: Their short-sightedness is indeed troubling.
[23.11.2021 18:40:01] DTR-Penumbra: And they will stop at nothing to see us burn.
[23.11.2021 18:40:17] DTR-Penumbra: What do you think about my proposal High Commissar Zabuzko?
[23.11.2021 18:40:44] DTR-Penumbra: An alliance with an immediate effect, and future discussions about trade, supply, and technology exchange?
[23.11.2021 18:40:57] SCRA|CPW-Karl.Marx: We fully ready to unite with your people against such enemy
[23.11.2021 18:46:04] SCRA|CPW-Karl.Marx: accepts doccuments and after some time reliased them with sign from Zabuzko
The titan-class transport that captain Tavros and the Cimitarra Company managed to capture in New Berlin has finally reached friendly space and it's currently docked on Rhodes Shipyard for a detailed examination. I must add that on the way to Gamma its captain, Festus McBoyle, was cooperative with our pilots and showed them a thing or two about how to fly this leviathan. Of course, our marines having their guns pointed at him might be the reason for his cooperation.
As of now, with the transport safely docked inside Corsair space, I gave strict orders that Festus McBoyle and his crew to be transported to Freeport 9. We no longer have need of their expertise and their cooperation saved their skins. Also, one dead trader is one less target to pirate.
Once the examination is complete we'll put the transport to good use. I expect the first flight to be rough, but nothing we can't handle. We'll provide a full report about its usefulness once the maiden flight is complete.
┝┅{Sender: Kolkan ┝┅{Recipient: Deterrence High Command ┝┅{Location: Dreadnought Naxos, Bridge ┝┅{Subject: Contact with heavy damaged Train
Buenas tardes to the High Command,
After successfully completing an operation in the Omicron Minor system, an unknown object was spotted on the scanners by the crew of the Dreadnought Naxos. After further scans it turned out that it was a damaged train. The navigation bridge was apparently completely destroyed, which is probably due to a brutal attack. As expected after this sighting, there were no more survivors to be found on board. The crew of Naxos then, in a complex process, towed the ship to Gamma and made it afloat again at great expense at the Syros Shipyard.
Now it is to be used to supply the domestic bases.
The release of Festus McBoyle took an unexpected turn of events. While on his way to Theta to be released, we were contacted by Büro des Marinenachrichtendiensts. His wife, Eichy-Bumm, contacted them to help her find and release Festus. Learning of this, Festus was transferred to the Maleficent, we established contact with the BDM and started negotiating.
We only allowed the BDM, represented by one that goes as Franz, to act as a messenger between us and his wife. We assumed that her feelings towards her husband would land us more ransom than the indifference of the Rheinlanders. And it did. When the handout took place, she came with "gifts" to us, and also a hefty amount of credits.
Faced with such an offer, Festus McBoyle was returned to Eichy. May this serve as a proof that any further pilots we might encounter during our operations are actually worth something. Expanding on this business will be worth our time.
It's worth mentioning that this Franz said that further cooperations might follow. He even mentioned he might supply us with food and pharmaceuticals. The door was left open.
┝┅{Sender: BloodMoon ┝┅{Recipients: Ravenna Nagash ┝┅{Location: Classified ┝┅{Subject: The Recovery
It's been six months since that accident at Xi,
My Murmillo ship is gone, blown into pieces.
After 6 months in intensive recovery unit,
Today I can finally say that I received a permission from a medical center that states that my injuries recovered and I am ready to be back to operating in the DTR.
The High Command informed me of your decision to maintain my rank of "vanguard" and for that I thank you .
Just a while ago some of our captains ran into some "problems". After cheering with some bottles of rum a successful operation they found themselves, alongside their vessels, in places they weren't meant to be. Not even close. At this point I'm not sure if any of our Jump Drives were faulty, but it's certain they don't get along with rum.
The captains who ended up lost won't see another bottle of rum for a month, and the expenses of their trip will be covered by them from increased patrol duties.