The facilities on San Remo are running understaffed and in disrepair, after the crisis I had to deal with. They'll be restored to previous levels in time. As it stands, we don't have the means to house any large amounts of refugees on our own. We could petition the government on Malta to provide asylum for them, should we absolutely need to, however, I'd rather not use up all our political power on this one large favor alone. We don't even know when, or how many will come, though it's safe to assume that not every ship will make it through.
For now, we have Thrax. I believe he's willing to cooperate with us, regardless of the coloring of his language. He knows he has nowhere left to turn, but to us. And I intend to take full advantage of that. I will maintain communication, and attempt to steer him towards usefulness.
Accessing channelSource ID: Dave SynkLocation: ------- -----Encryption:#CRB-001-SYN
Well, first of all, I am glad to see you managed to start the testing runs on the Kusari engines, mr. Ossari. I am looking forward for your further reports and will assist you in the work as well. I am sure they will be ready very soon and we will even have the first test runs with the Black Engines as well.
As for the situation with the captured Order VHF, good thing is that the system defensive mechanisms have been passed. It would take a little bit longer to reverse-engineer the schematics because they have newer variants of the vessels, from what I used to have in Cerberus. But with the knowledge of Order tech I have, it shouldn't take too long to debunk the schematics, designs and systems and make it adapted to our own use.
Another thing that reminds me is that during my scans and using the encrypted signal to the Wichita Cerberus Vault of the Outpost X-58, the systems recognized my encryption code and sent a backup copy of several informations regarding the organization and other old transmissions between the members. The data might be corrupted though but the information stored there is vital to our development. We could use the base designs to improve our own facilities on San Remo even. But all the relevant schematics of Cerberus technology are stored on the Vault. Here are the encoded data for your sight to review it.
Accessing channelSource ID: Jared NomakLocation: ------- -----Encryption: #Babylon_S_3.74b.alg
You think wise brother.
We shall continue as we did until now but we will be aware of their possible arrival... we are Samarran and you do know well how it was for us when we had to escape from that hell. We will keep eye on this Adrian Thrax for now, and see what is he up to.
And doctor, very good. I appreciate your dedication and your effort and trust me, on the end, it will pay back to you. The Nepthys we captured is all yours, and I would like you to use it, as it is collecting the dust currently. I will review the data you attached as of this moment.
Now, I have great news for everyone;
You are all aware that we are gathering more and more men and women, willing to participate to our cause, and that more and more people understand what are we actually doing. That is why, I believe we are ready to reorganise ourselves a bit, so we would actually concentrate on the things we do best. We have enough people to begin with that.
I had in my mind to split us in three sections, or cells... whatever you'd like to call it. Two of those were already obvious. We do know Bassam and Dave's work, and what they do. But, the third will be recreation of something lost long time ago.
The first cell would be the affairs, diplomacy and so on, with Bassam on top of it, as it's head. He is already engaged in Malta's government which is great thing for us. We are after all citizen of the Nation but that, shouldn't stop there. I believe his abilities and his work can go further, in the direction towards the Great Work, as he refers to it. That would include mister Light, who have shown his good skills and I think he's fitting into this cell.
The second cell would be specifically R&D cell. There's nothing much to say here, as we know Dave's excellent work. This for now includes mister Ossari and miss Yang but we will see if there will be more of notable individuals for this cell.
The third cell... well. Some of you remember the Raiders, some of you only heard for them as rumors.
I believe everyone would agree here that I should dedicate myself to this, as I believe that I shouldn't dedicate myself to the previous two as we already have best of the best on their top. This specific cell will I believe, have most of the notable brothers and sisters in it.
The purpose of this cell would be to collect income for our organisation, by either hunting for the big companies and their cargo ships or, by assassinating the enemies of Malta, and claim the bounties on them. It would also be our main fighting force and thus, I would leave other two cells to concentrate their effort on their specific things. Perhaps, if things go well, this specific cell will bring the old glory of the Raiders...
This doesen't means we will be completely split. We will as well, work together when we are needed to.
If you agree with this, you are to find fitting callsigns for your respective cells. You will also, have full control and responsibility over them.
Accessing channelSource ID: Dave SynkLocation: ------- -----Encryption: #CRB-001-SYN
Greetings,
In the name of the science and development division I will propose the name of "Terminus". The name comes first of all as a personal thing, representing the name of the last Order vessel I had as leader of Cerberus. More metaphorically, the name suggests also the breach of the terminus point in which all known efforts, knowledge exist. The sole purpose of this division is that. I will effective immediately inform the Science Staff to update their ID tags. Best regards.
Dave Synk.
Rudimentary creatures of blood and flesh, you touch my mind, fumbling in ignorance, incapable of understanding. - Sovereign
Accessing channelSource ID: Jack LightLocation: Magellan Encryption: #CYN-581-DPL
Greetings Lord Nomak,
While I am capable of the social niceties and customs that are required for diplomacy I'm not quiet sure it's where I would fit in. I prefer working alone gathering information on certain groups as well as making first contact with new ones to establish ties, I'd rather let Mr.Hussaini handle the actual diplomacy part drawing up treaties and agreements... going on visits and indulging long drawn out discussions are not for me.
Additionally I like to travel in space a lot, this is what makes me suited for making first contact with new groups as well as gathering intelligence on various other groups. I also enjoy having the freedom to earn some credits from trade ships when I have the chance as well as eliminating foes when the opportunity presents itself. That being said if this is where you require that I devote my time and effort I shall do so. I look forward to hearing from you.
Accessing channelSource ID: Jared NomakLocation: ------- -----Encryption: #Babylon_S_3.74b.alg
Terminus.
I like it. Do the following as you said my friend.
And mister Light,
No need to worry. I will be waiting for Hussaini's input on this and we will discuss it further. I do realize your concerns but worry not, you will be able to do your work as you did it until now. Hussaini's area wouldn't include only diplomacy but, it would also cover spreading our interests and such trough the Sirius which is, I believe, your area as well.
Accessing channelSource ID: Jack LightLocation: Magellan Encryption: #CYN-581-DPL
Greetings Lord Nomak,
I bring very interesting news. I was aware that our group has had contact with an organization known as the Omicron research group. I manage to meet one of them in delta today at the free port shortly after we parted ways and well... I'll let the communication logs tell the rest.
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[07.03.2017 16:42:20] (C~Jack.Light.: Greetings
[07.03.2017 16:42:28] ORG|Lambda: Alex: Oh, hello there.
[07.03.2017 16:43:24] (C~Jack.Light.: I believe our two groups have met before
[07.03.2017 16:43:39] (C~Jack.Light.: Though I don't believe we've personally met each other before
[07.03.2017 16:44:10] ORG|Lambda: Alex: Oh what? Sorry I got distracted.... Yes, you've met the second in command of the ORG. Iona.
[07.03.2017 16:44:35] ORG|Lambda: Alex: Though Director Taylor planned on contacting your group.
[07.03.2017 16:44:45] (C~Jack.Light.: Ah yes, the name does ring a bell but only from reports I've herd
[07.03.2017 16:45:16] ORG|Lambda: Alex: Yes, our group's goals are very similar in one point.
[07.03.2017 16:45:28] ORG|Lambda: A: And I guess that's what he wanted to talk about.
[07.03.2017 16:45:30] (C~Jack.Light.: Director Taylor you say.... What did he intend to contact us about, perhaps I can assist
[07.03.2017 16:47:12] ORG|Lambda: A: We're both trying to find a peaceful solution to the so called, 'nomad problem'. Am I right?
[07.03.2017 16:48:00] (C~Jack.Light.: This is correct, I believe we can live in peaceful co-existence, as did my sister who did some research on them.
[07.03.2017 16:48:35] ORG|Lambda: A: Yes, and now this is one of our main-goals.
[07.03.2017 16:49:07] ORG|Lambda: A: And I also believe that a cooperation between our groups could definitely possible.
[07.03.2017 16:49:20] (C~Jack.Light.: Well if you plan to work with us, gaining our trust would assist a great deal
[07.03.2017 16:50:07] ORG|Lambda: A: Definetly, from what I've heard Overlord Nomak wanted Mr Taylor to contact him.
[07.03.2017 16:50:20] ORG|Lambda: A: That is, after he collected some knowledge about your group.
[07.03.2017 16:50:58] (C~Jack.Light.: Mhmmm Well in the mean time I have a proposal that will surely not only gain our trust but will be sure to impress Lord Nomak as well.
[07.03.2017 16:51:51] (C~Jack.Light.: Would you care to hear what my idea is?
[07.03.2017 16:52:00] ORG|Lambda: A: Definitely, go ahead.
[07.03.2017 16:52:31] (C~Jack.Light.: Our group has been watching the |Order for some time
[07.03.2017 16:53:06] (C~Jack.Light.: They've been quiet as of late and we're not sure what they're up to.... they've proven difficult to infiltrate
[07.03.2017 16:54:05] (C~Jack.Light.: However if your organization were to "Recruit" me I could get closer to the order and learn more about their intentions.
[07.03.2017 16:54:45] (C~Jack.Light.: Naturally trust goes both ways so it's entirely up to you how much information from your organization you wish to share with me.
07.03.2017 16:55:41] ORG|Lambda: A: As you might or might not know, the recruitment is entirely up to me... Therefore it would be possible to do such thing.
[07.03.2017 16:56:10] (C~Jack.Light.: Good, good, this is excellent news
[07.03.2017 16:56:16] ORG|Lambda: A: But.
[07.03.2017 16:56:37] ORG|Lambda: A: The Director is looking over my shoulder when it comes to recruitment, so it would be good if we'd follow the
[07.03.2017 16:56:47] ORG|Lambda: A: standard recruitment protocol.
[07.03.2017 16:56:53] (C~Jack.Light.: There always is a but with such bold and risky plans.
[07.03.2017 16:57:46] ORG|Lambda: A: That would imply that you fill out an send an application to the ORG.
[07.03.2017 16:57:56] (C~Jack.Light.: This shouldn't be too hard, My enemies don't know what I look like so it should be easy enough to pass me off as a new recruit.
[07.03.2017 16:58:47] ORG|Lambda: A: Sounds good. So as soon as you submit an application I'll make sure to accept it.
[07.03.2017 16:58:51] (C~Jack.Light.: You could say that you picked me up at Freeport 11, that I was a freelancer who's ship was shot down by Corsairs
[07.03.2017 16:59:05] ORG|Lambda: A: Yes, definitely possible.
[07.03.2017 16:59:21] (C~Jack.Light.: Easy to smuggle me in, believable story and I'll give myself a new name
[07.03.2017 17:01:07] ORG|Lambda: A: Yea, and I also tend to avoid any conflicts, so I'll keep it quiet.
[07.03.2017 17:02:10] ORG|Lambda: A: Hm, I guess we are set then, aren't we?
[07.03.2017 17:02:21] (C~Jack.Light.: Indeed
[07.03.2017 17:02:28] ORG|Lambda: A: All I need is your application, I'll then get you into our ranks.
[07.03.2017 17:02:38] (C~Jack.Light.: I shall get to work on forging identification papers
[07.03.2017 17:03:04] ORG|Lambda: A: Definitely. I also need to talk to the Director.
[07.03.2017 17:05:00] ORG|Lambda: A: I will be docking with the Freeport again.
[07.03.2017 17:05:04] (C~Jack.Light.: Naturally
[07.03.2017 17:05:18] (C~Jack.Light.: You coulddn't let somthing such as this happen under his nose
[07.03.2017 17:05:19] ORG|Lambda: A: Very well, we will talk later.
[07.03.2017 17:05:28] (C~Jack.Light.: I look forward to it
So as you can see, quiet the interesting turn of events, it shall be interesting to see what we can learn from the order should my application be accepted, I will let you know as soon as there is further developments.
The final preparations are under way. Though a mere technicality at this point, I have devoted some thought to the name of the Cell that I'm supposed to direct. The backward mythologies of Samarra, though outdated compared to our current lore and understanding, contain irreplaceable themes that speak to both our higher consciousness and primal instincts, in ways that cannot be replicated. Hence, I will derive the name from there.
"The Silver Sun" will be the name of the affairs division, and as its rays shine on the darkest of places, so too will our agents discover the most hidden secrets of Men, and the lost mysteries of the Creators.
I'd like to take this chance to commend Mister Light's efforts to infiltrate the Omicron Research Group, needless to say, you should proceed with utmost caution, and remember to keep in touch on any interesting developments.
Accessing channelSource ID: Jack LightLocation: Magellan Encryption: #CYN-581-DPL
Greetings Lord Nomak,
I Passed the final stage of the ORG recruitment process and so they've accepted me as one of their own, Hopefully now we can learn more about them and if they have any hostile intent towards the nomads. Additionally this provides an opportunity to gain information on the |Order, an Opportunity I do not plan to waste. I shall keep my eyes an ears open and report once I have something to report.
Accessing channelSource ID: Jack LightLocation: Magellan Encryption: #CYN-581-DPL
Greetings Lord Nomak,
It seems I'm gathering quiet a lot of intelligence today. I entered Kappa where I encountered an entity known as |PRIME. When I questioned it about who it was or what group it represented it refused to answer. Instead it requested that I leave the area. I refused to until it gave me the answers I was looking for. That's when something interesting happened, An Auxesian ship showed up and appeared to offer assistance to the AI entity. Going by this I think it;s safe to assume that the |Prime are in league with Auxesia.
Then a few moments later I encountered a research vessel being followed by both ships. They were trying to find out what it was researching as It had just undocked from the planet Gammu. Thankfully he refused to divulge such information. Once I got talking with him it he revealed the knowledge of what he was reasearching and even shared the data with me, I'll upload the data now.
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[07.03.2017 23:33:51] (C~Jack.Light.: Hmmmm what's this now
[07.03.2017 23:34:24] (C~Jack.Light.: Identify yourself
[07.03.2017 23:35:19] PRIME|Phi-34: ::<demand> "(C~Jack.Light." ->{depart} [local_proximity]::
[07.03.2017 23:36:06] (C~Jack.Light.: Not until I know who you are and what you're doing out here
[07.03.2017 23:36:36] (C~Jack.Light.: Now whom do you represent?
[07.03.2017 23:37:21] PRIME|Phi-34: ::<statement> "(C~Jack.Light." {request} [infromation] [?]::
[07.03.2017 23:38:28] (C~Jack.Light.: Yes that's right I'm looking for information on your group and what your goals are
[07.03.2017 23:39:01] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: Inquisitive. ::>
[07.03.2017 23:39:18] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: [awareness] PRIME one, are you in need of assistance? ::>
[07.03.2017 23:39:42] (C~Jack.Light.: Interesting
[07.03.2017 23:39:52] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: Disdain. ::>
[07.03.2017 23:41:27] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: Curious. Has this entity disturbed [you]? ::>
[07.03.2017 23:41:38] PRIME|Phi-34: ::<demand> "(C~Jack.Light." -> {depart} [proximity]::
At this point I proceeded to loose them should more reinforcements arrive and went to the gamma Jump hole where I encountered the research vessel being followed by the two drones.
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[07.03.2017 23:45:43] A/)-Peitho.2: [It begins to circle, scanning it]
[07.03.2017 23:46:11] RV-Pathfinder: Automated sabre, that's curious
[07.03.2017 23:46:39] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: [This one] was investigating your vessel. ::>
[07.03.2017 23:47:02] RV-Pathfinder: Anyway, my investigation of Gammu is complete and subsequent research of AI is not on our schedule
[07.03.2017 23:47:18] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: Elaborate. ::>
[07.03.2017 23:47:25] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: "Investigation of Gammu"? ::>
[07.03.2017 23:48:09] PRIME|Phi-34: ::<statement> "RV-Pathfinder" -> {investigate} [Planet_Gammu] [illogicality]::
[07.03.2017 23:48:21] A/)-Peitho.2: <:: Disdain. Define the parameters of your investigation.
[07.03.2017 23:48:59] RV-Pathfinder: Anomalies of Lagrange points, geology, chemical composition of atmosphere
[07.03.2017 23:49:29] RV-Pathfinder: Proceeding into Corsairs space. Take care, AI::>
I later sent him a private message to inquire as to his research.
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[07.03.2017 23:50:10] (C~Jack.Light.: So what did they want from you?
[07.03.2017 23:50:34] RV-Pathfinder: It wasn't clear due to their poor communication skills with organics.
[07.03.2017 23:51:02] RV-Pathfinder: And our vessel lacks appropriate equipment to converd that gibberish into adequate human language
[07.03.2017 23:51:17] (C~Jack.Light.: Seems like a lot of bother for them
[07.03.2017 23:51:38] (C~Jack.Light.: Following you from their home planet of Gammu
[07.03.2017 23:51:46] RV-Pathfinder: It seems they were inquisitive, as always and a tad agitated because of my mentioning study of their homeworld
[07.03.2017 23:52:10] (C~Jack.Light.: Interesting... what were you studying?
[07.03.2017 23:52:41] RV-Pathfinder: Lagrange points anomalies, geological activity and some other general stuff
[07.03.2017 23:53:07] RV-Pathfinder: And, apart from this, the reason of their awakening
[07.03.2017 23:53:16] (C~Jack.Light.: Would you mind shareing that data with me out of curiousity?
[07.03.2017 23:53:28] (C~Jack.Light.: Or perhaps some of it at least?
[07.03.2017 23:54:11] (C~Jack.Light.: I wouldn't want you to think that someone's out to reap the glory and praise of your reasearch
[07.03.2017 23:54:17] RV-Pathfinder: It seems that poor efforts of the Corsairs and subsequently the Order to establish a colony
[07.03.2017 23:54:36] RV-Pathfinder: and they tried to build underground complexes
[07.03.2017 23:54:49] RV-Pathfinder: as one would do on such a barren world
[07.03.2017 23:55:11] (C~Jack.Light.: Were they successiful?
[07.03.2017 23:55:22] RV-Pathfinder: They lacked the proper equipment and evidently caused geological tremors that entailed awakening of the AI
[07.03.2017 23:55:45] RV-Pathfinder: This AI is rather "peaceful" and collects the data about the world around them
[07.03.2017 23:56:10] RV-Pathfinder: Yet, our research team assumes that after it has enough data, we might expect their expansion
[07.03.2017 23:56:44] RV-Pathfinder: For if we take into account the grim fate of the first colonizers, they will see us, humans, as a threat
[07.03.2017 23:56:54] (C~Jack.Light.: Any ideas about where they might expand to?
[07.03.2017 23:57:43] RV-Pathfinder: The bordering worlds, obviously. We assume, that Zoners and Core in O-Delta might be posed to risk
[07.03.2017 23:58:16] (C~Jack.Light.: It was rather strange to see an Auxesian vessel out here
[07.03.2017 23:58:17] RV-Pathfinder: The Corsairs' core world of O-Gamma might be exposed to their "expansion" too, though it will be hard for them
[07.03.2017 23:58:31] (C~Jack.Light.: Do you suspect they're in league with the AI?
[07.03.2017 23:58:44] RV-Pathfinder: It was rather strange to see the Auxiliary vessel operated by the AI
[07.03.2017 23:58:45] (C~Jack.Light.: Or have you seen anything to indicate this?
[07.03.2017 23:59:26] RV-Pathfinder: The replies and the "speech" employed by so-called "pilot" of that sabre clearly indicated it wasn't human
[07.03.2017 23:59:32] RV-Pathfinder: Rather a machine
[08.03.2017 00:00:06] (C~Jack.Light.: I'm aware of that, but it acts under the order of a human most likely
[08.03.2017 00:00:06] RV-Pathfinder: Was it a captured vessel? Augmented human-cyborg possessed by the AI? We might only guess
[08.03.2017 00:00:36] RV-Pathfinder: At any rate, further investigation is needed
[08.03.2017 00:00:50] (C~Jack.Light.: Auxesians are too good to simply allow one of their vessels to be captured by an AI
[08.03.2017 00:01:34] RV-Pathfinder: Good point. We shall include it in in our research.
[08.03.2017 00:01:50] RV-Pathfinder: And still, it was rather suspicious
[08.03.2017 00:02:56] (C~Jack.Light.: I would like a report of the raw data you gathered if possible via a secure channel at your discression if you think that would be possible.
[08.03.2017 00:04:32] RV-Pathfinder: We are an independent group of researchers and would be glad if anyone could use it for good
[08.03.2017 00:04:45] RV-Pathfinder: *[raw data transmission received]*
[08.03.2017 00:05:10] RV-Pathfinder: The package contains results of various tests and monitorings carried out around Planet Gammu and on the surface
[08.03.2017 00:05:58] RV-Pathfinder: These are mostly of general statistics, but with the use of Big Data and Cluster Analysis you might deduce peculiar things
[08.03.2017 00:06:30] RV-Pathfinder: We hope that would prove useful
[08.03.2017 00:07:42] (C~Jack.Light.: I hope this proves to be of use as well
[08.03.2017 00:07:50] (C~Jack.Light.: Safe travels my friend
[08.03.2017 00:08:07] RV-Pathfinder: Take care. "Pathfinder" out.
I shall proceed to forward this data to our R&D cell however I would advise a hint of caution when using it as we can't be sure the data hasn't been tampered with.