My personal opinion of Az's "hessians did it" rp being a cheap cop out does not mean that it is illegitimate. It's merely an opinion. As I have said before, everything he did was within his rights.
I mentioned that the consequences of OSI being hostile to Rheinland is potentially detrimental to the OSI. This is because, recently, OSI has been a trade-everywhere faction. An elimination of an entire house of lawful bases for docking rights, as well as being potentially pursued outside of Rheinland space is definitely a large change that I believe warrants the consideration of all parties involved before proceeding, again, a second chance offered as a courtesy.
The act of trading with the Hessians in itself isn't disappointing. If it's profitable, it's viable. What was disappointing was how the OSI handled being called out for it - as I've explained before. Mind you, we're handling this situation in with the lessons from the IC in mind. As such, we've provided plenty of opportunities for OSI to maintain the status quo, before this whole issue, so as to avoid the whole Q.Q when it hits the fan - again, as a courtesy.
I didn't mean for this to become a discussion, only a notification to clear up any misunderstandings between the Rheinland lawful players and the OSI players before the status quo is disrupted for better or worse. I suppose I presumed too much in expecting that the gesture would be appreciated.
Everything relevant regarding the OSI-Rheinland incident has been said. What can be expected from our side has been shown so as to allow for an informed decision on the OSI's part. From here, we'll stopping the handholding phase, and let what will happen, happen - I hope it'll be fun for everyone involved.
Also, I can see your point with regards to the small fine of 100k on the OSI ship previously mentioned. I was ooc told that the player was new to the faction, and it seemed to be rash to hold an entire faction responsible for the actions of a new player - but your interpretation also makes sense.
