Looks like you're out of luck. The current situation in Liberty stirred all their patrols. If you take the same route as the other captains before us, you're going to get you and your crew killed.
We can't force our hand with Gallia. I don't even know how we will start talks about letting an insurgent battleship cross their space without being extremely strenuous to our relations and diplomatic power.
I propose that you fly around Bretonia, into the Omegas. That is your only way out. This means that you have chances of being caught by the Bretonian patrols. But you have no choice. It's that, or be killed by the Liberty Navy.
From Vespucci, Head into Leeds from Magellan. Use the debris and smog clouds to your advantage. Go around Bretonia's heart via Dublin and Poole, then you're into Omega-48. We have a forward base there. Things will be easier after.
There is much risk in this journey. Stock on food, water, and repair supplies.
COMM ID: Commander Augustus Howe TARGET ID: VSOD Mateo SUBJECT: Your offer of asylum ENCRYPTION: HIGH PRIORITY: HIGH
xxxVSOD Mateo,
xxxYour outstanding offer to the personnel of the Insurgent Navy is as shocking as it is generous. Given the gravity and exceptional nature of the situation, I have put the matter forward to my crew for a vote, and the nearly unanimous decision was to inquire further about the conditions of your offer before either accepting it or pursuing other alternatives. There are several important matters that we must come to an understanding on given the sensitive nature of our vessel, which is not fit for one-on-one engagement with Navy vessels of similar class, a matter which I will elaborate on. But first, let me get to the point.
What relationship, if any, does the Deterrence and the Imperio at large have with the Order?
Is the Deterrence willing to accommodate a continued operation of our vessel under non-Corsair command?
If so, would the Imperio be able to provide auxiliary crew? I must ask as many of our number have left of their own accord with my permission, seeking refuge on Erie or in the Independent Worlds.
If so, what arrangements would need to be made to facilitate this? The Klaxon has significant intelligence and TACCOM capabilities which far outstrip most ships of dreadnought size, and we are willing to lend them to your aid in exchange for technical support.
What contingency plans does the Deterrence have in place for the volatile diplomatic conditions surrounding those personnel who may either join your civilian populace on Crete or remain in the field as military servicemembers under your banner?
The Klaxon is outfitted with powerful CNC systems, cloaking devices, hyperspace matrices, and additional fighter docking bays, having been recommissioned to serve a support role during the Gallic War. However, she is one of the last remaining Monument-class Dreadnoughts which is still spaceworthy, almost all others having been decommissioned with the rollout of the newer Overlord-class, and her internal systems date back to over a decade before the Nomad War of 799 to 800 AS; her cutting-edge equipment puts a severe strain on the engine, leading to only minimal charge being left for shielding and weaponry. In a word, head-on combat outside of an auxiliary support role is strictly a last-resort measure.
Despite her limitations, her outstanding back-line capabilities have led to her stellar, if not especially flashy, service during the Insurgency's campaign against the malign forces of Manhattan's illegitimate government, and if we are able to come to an understanding, I believe that the Klaxon and her crew would be of great assistance to your operations in the Omicrons and Omegas. Please get back to me as soon as you're able.
xxxForever in service to Liberty and her people,
Augustus Howe
Commander, INS Klaxon
Insurgent Naval Forces
Important:This communication remains the property of the Liberty Insurgent Navy and is subject to the jurisdiction of the Martial Law Communications Restrictions Act 829 AS, Section 7. If you have received this message in error, you are requested to contact the sender and delete the communication.
Captain Augustus Howe, CC: Other interested captains
Captain Howe,
I understand the questions raised by your Crew. Our offer might sound shocking, but the Imperio has its reasons to extend its strong arm to the Insurgency. The demand for able experienced soldiers and officers is always high in Crete. Our enemies are many and we are always running at 110% of our available capacity.
Simply, the Imperio needs the Insurgency's knowledge about Liberty and expects to learn from their tactics. I think it would be a valuable addition to our book of naval and military knowledge, don't you agree?
Surviving these many years so close to a crushing enemy is no easy feat, the stories of the insurgents raised brows even from veterans within our Empire. It was the correct call to allow the Insurgency to integrate to our society. The Imperio gains experienced men and women, the Insurgents can live their lives without being in doubt if they will have supplies for another day.
I will answer your points one by one, now.
Point one. The relationship between the Order and the Deterrence is one of mutual assistance against aggression and technological agreements.
Point two. The Deterrence expects to fill appropriate job positions according to each refugee's skills. Given that most are soldiers, marines, gunnermen and officers, an Insurgent battlegroup is to be created once operational status is reached. The Empire has no interest on giving its protection and benefits to those who do not benefit it.
Point three. Yes. A mixed Corsair/Insurgent crew is planned, but the officers and seniors will be Insurgents. Select Corsair advisors and inspectors will have a permanent residence on Insurgent capital ships, acting as diplomats and guaranteeing compliance of Corsair Law and Deterrence's interests. Captains and commanders will have free will to gather creditos and resources for their new home, Crete, as they see fit.
Point four. The Corsair engineering is the best in Sirius, period. Our talented artisans and engineers shall give you, your crew and your vessel all the required technical support needed. We would have issues replacing original, liberty-made parts, but Corsair equipment is best all around. Your ship, given that you accept our terms, will be at least double as powerful after the old and faulty parts and components are replaced by the best.
Point five. Deterrence's influence is enormous. Our sheer size and political prevalence grants us the ability to swiftly decide any divergences that might occur. Even if that is not the case, Every corsair man and woman can recognize a warrior at a glance. Respect is due to where it is deserved.
It would be wise to move the Klaxon to our territory as soon as possible, captain Howe. As said in one of the announcements, Liberty's defenders are stirred up with the situation at Erie. Patrols are everywhere and I'm afraid your window of opportunity is closing.
I'm afraid you do not have much choice on where to go, or do.
SOURCE:INS-Montana, Vespucci System. ENCRYPTION: scrambled but secure for now. SUBMITTER: Captain Marrok Cross RECIPIENT: DTR SUBJECT: The plan Greetings Deterrence operator,
I understand. My navigators are already in the process of plotting a course to the designated station. The rest of the transports have chosen to move out with the main fleet that will be attending to break through the Liberty blockade. For now It will be just the Montana trying to pass through the Bretonia systems. Hopefully we will catch them with their attention focused elsewhere, with luck they will be to late to deploy a fleet and take us down. Wish us luck, I will contact you over this frequency again if we make it to the station or you will hear of our demise from Bretonia. Either way on behalf of the my crew and the civilians onboard, we thank you.
Our reception will close soon, in no later than five standard Sirius days. Please arrive before the 13th of this month, and check-in with a message in this channel. An assembly with all the captains, commanders and important civilian figures will be held shortly after, to properly include the Insurgents into our society. Duties and Rights shall also be debated, and questions answered.
I am pleased to report that the INS-Montana has arrived at Casablanca Base. I am also pleased to report that we caught Bretonia unaware as we did not ever encounter a patrol ship on the way through. we have recordings of the ship's cast off, Bretonia system jumphole, Bretonia exit, and arrival at the station, should you wish to see them. I imagine however it will matter little given that the Montana is docked with the station. He will wait who ever you send to us moving forward,
Great news. On behalf of the Empire, I am eager to see how much you can bring to the table.
Make way to Crete immediately. A shuttle has been dispatched for you. I know you're tired from the journey, but you'll rest when time comes.
Your ship may stay moored at Casablanca, but I suggest your second-in-command to bring your ship to Crete's orbit, where we can provide better amenities for the ship and crew.
Captain Augustus Howe, CC: Other interested captains
Captain Howe,
Confirmation has been received that another Insurgent captain and his ship has made safely through the outskirts of Bretonia, as suggested by our route.
We can not edit the original message due to its encrypted nature. For the time being, we suggest not taking the route via Omicron Nu.
I'm open to any questions. Remember, this channel will self-destruct on the thirteenth.
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