Today was the climax of the worst days ever... Maybe if we have won this battle, it didn't come without a price...
Our beloved Grand Admiral Denelo Mori was severely injured, and his flag ship the Silverstorm was lost, aswell as my prototype cruiser, while keeping the nomads at bay. I managed to get to a life pod, and directed it towards the Arranmore Base in Dublin moments before the ship exploded. From there I flew as fast as possible to Vespucci, I was very lucky that I had left there my personal ship. Also, not to forget the bravery of the ones involved in defending our home system. Despite our disagreements with Bretonia, in this case we had a common enemy.
Comm ID: Supreme Commander Drake Thastus
To: All Hellfire Legion
"I am going to take the fight to the nomads...they are after me. We stopped the monsters they fought...so now they come back for the human race. Keep all ships out Omicron Lost.
*transmission breaks up*
*Sounds of explosions and shouting*
"The...sun is gone! What the hell just happened?"
"At ease, Mark, the sun in omicron major has been destroyed... by me."
"Incoming!" *Drake holds out his hand and stops the incoming nomad fighter, he closes his fist the nomad fighter crumbles*
Comm ID: Grand Admiral Mori, Monterrey Base Hospital Ward 4
Target ID: All Members
Encryption: Regulator 3
*BEGINNING TRANSMISSION*
*begin computer voice*
As you can see, I'm conscious and alive. However, my face muscles were destroyed, one arm is broken from a crushed Escape Pod, and the other burnt to almost nothing. So, I have to send this message to you in a most unusual way. Seems they have a device that can read certain Brain Waves and turn them into a transmission.
But enough about me. Who's my crew? Did they escape? How many escape pods got away? How many were killed? How many were mutilated? I've seen several coming to visit that seem perfectly fine, and others on beds around me who are... truly terrible. I supposed I'm probably like that too, but one man is nothing compared to a thousand.
The Doctor said that I will be able to return to partial duty from my bedside soon, but it is unlikely that I will ever be able to return to full duty. I, however, believe that that may change, however, so do not fire me yet.
Reports from Phoenix say the the Debris Salvaging is complete, and they have begun re-construction of the Sophos and the Silverstorm. They say, however, that it will take some time, and now all four of their shipyards are full, so they cannot take on any more projects until one is free.
Grand Admiral Mori out.
*End Computer Voice*
*END TRANSMISSION*
Comm ID: Grand Admiral Mori, Monterrey Base Hospital Ward 4
Target ID: Supreme Commander Thastus
Encryption: Regulator 3
*BEGINNING TRANSMISSION*
*begin computer voice*
Sir, to add to that Legion-wide transmission, I would like to request permission to promote Major Legeonation to Captain, and Lts. Aaron and Gruber to Major, all for their valorous actions. I got word that most of those who were saved were saved by the HFB Vircruz, and I know that Lt. Gruber is deserving due to the fact that he singlehandedly defeated two of the four Nomad Battleships. As for Lt. Aaron, he help off a large Nomad fleet by himself, and when the Sopho was destroyed, still managed to come to our aid in Vespucci.
But I have something troubling... the Nomads in Vespucci were not normal. They were several times more powerful than most, shown by the fact that four took out the Silverstorm, which was a very powerful ship when assisted by other battleships, and it was assisted by the Vircruz. They also seemed to be heading to Phoenix Shipyards before the Silverstorm stopped them. Perhaps they know something of one of our projects and want to stop or steal it?
Also Sir... there were Bounty Hunters working with the Nomads. I have a feeling that the Nomads have control of at least some part of the Bounty Hunters Guild.
Grand Admiral Mori out.
*End computer voice*
*END TRANSMISSION*
I have experienced some steering problems today, in my daily patrol with my personal fighter. It is currently stationed at the America Base, where it's faulty guidance system and autopilot are replaced with the newest models, the NS-4 autopilot and the same NS-4 guidance-targeting system. I have already payed for the technological upgrades, and funded the research for a further, better model, the NS-5.
All the best, Aaron Frost.
After a few minutes...
Oh, thank god! The Grand Admiral has sent us a message! He is alive, and recovering! And the Sopho is being reconstructed... as well as the Silverstorm... I hope that Admiral Denelo will get back on his feet before the Silverstorm is completed, to be able to command his ship! God... my thanks... at last you heard my prayers... hope the blasted Nomads will be destroyed once for all, they should stay in their systems, or to be destroyed! As for the Bounty Hunters, I will help to get rid of theese scum once for all, through out the colonies... once the Silverstorm and Sopho are completed... When the Admiral will be back on deity, I will ask him to help me to accomplish this, personal task...
Comm ID: Pilot Sid Welsh
Target ID: HF High Command
Encryption: Regulator 4
First, I regret I did not arrive in time to help defend Vespucci.
In response to this brutal attack, I have taken the liberty to perform some... "Creative questioning" on the Bounty Hunter pilots I've managed to capture after destroying their ships. Most had no relevant information, however one, some kind of low officer, provided some interesting information.
It took a while for him to crack, but eventually he became more talkative. According to him, the Bounty Hunters had discovered some kind of device that would not only make them appear allies to the Nomads, but also the ability to command certain parts of their fleet! So it appears the Bounty Hunters were not helping the Nomads, but the other way around!
Whether this is true or merely something he said to lessen his pain, I think is too early to say. Regardless, I ask of permission to continue investigating this trail of intelligence...
Welsh out.
*END TRANSMISSION*
ooc: please tell me if I go too far...:P
EDIT: ooc: point taken, I've reduced the Bret Easton Ellisness of the post...:)
Pilot [HF]-Sid.Welsh, Recruit of Hellfire Legion - Currently in a Tiger Shark
Adam O'Connel, trader working for the Schmeling Transport GmbH
Comm ID: Supreme Commander Drake Thastus
To: Hellfire Legion
Encryption: Regulator 4
"Use any means necessary to find out the truth and any information you would like.
Now, we will bring the fight to the nomads...I intend to acquired the assistance of the Order to do this. As they did help us construct the Ravager and we helped them find out what happened to their pilots. Also the "weapon" that Admiral Mori is working on will key to this engagement. The Ravager's "Hellfire Cannon" is almost ready and will greatly aid in our disposal of the nomads. Seeing as now their sun in Omicron Major is gone they will most likely fall back to Omicron Lost or Omicron Minor.
Also we need to commission new Battleships for Vespucci defense, and seeing as our funds are at an all time low I wish for serious donations from you all. It is not an order but a request... Can you spare 10% or more of your traded funds?"
Transmission ended
Message destroyed
OOC: There is no such thing as too far, as long as the posts are not so graphic... there are kids here.
Comm ID: Grand Admiral Mori, Monterrey Base Hospital Ward 4
Target ID: Supreme Commander Thastus
Encryption: Regulator 3
*BEGINNING TRANSMISSION*
*begin computer voice*
Sir, I have come up with an idea that might put me back in service. Requesting a leave of absence for a currently undetermined amount of time Sir.
*End computer voice*
*END TRANSMISSION*
Damn! I go on a short trip with Drake the the Omicrons and Vespucci is invaded? I am recalling the Renegade back to Vespucci. Admiral Mori, feel free to take that leave you requested, and I will personally make sure that the Silverstorm gets the next drydock slot on Phoenix shipyards.
The negotiations with SA are going well, I feel that they will comply within the next few days. Then we can fully focus our efforts upon the Nomads.
On the subject of promotions, I suggest we hold off for now. However, I am hereby presenting Lts Gruber and Aaron with the Silver Star, and Major Legeonation with the Bronze Star.
For the Legion! Kaine out.
ooc: It's almost midnight, all i could think of, post if you have any better ideas. We need some lower ranks people, otherwise we'll have too many high-ranking people arguing. Not a promotion just yet.
I am a long-absent Supreme Commander, Executive Commander, Grand Admiral, Fleet Admiral, and Captain in the mighty Hellfire Legion. I have returned, and am on an urgent mission from Drake Thastus to return the Legion to its former glory, and to claim the galaxy for its own. Only then will I be able to rest.
RP Story (Still deciding whether or not to finish)
To: Supreme Commander Drake Thastus
From: UNKNOWN ID, UNKNOWN LOCATION
I will start trading right away. I will donate a sum of 50 millions to HF Research Command Center, to ensure that we have the best technologies at our disposal. More money will come from my end, to HF benefit.
ooc: Can someone tell me the bank's name? Just to know who is going to get the credits.
EDIT: OOC: thx for the award:D
Comm ID: Lt. Gruber
Target ID: HF-Command
Subject: New Orders
Firstly, I am honored by the Award.
Secondly, I am hereby requesting new Orders.
If I am to continue the patrols in Delta Unknown (which I would gladly do), I request that I be assigned a fighter escort.
My bomber has proven to be very powerful against both Nomad battleships and gunboats, however, I can't fight off entire Nomad fighter wings with the kind of weaponry my ship is equipped with.
-END OF MESSAGE-
OOC: I need to do some trading first anyway, to get enough money (for repairs and missiles - veeeery, expensive), I'm sure I can throw some money in for a new defense, too.
Martin Gruber
[HF]-Major, bomber- and fighter-pilot, awarded with the Silver Star, commanding officer of the HFC-Fafnir
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Schmeling (for RP-purposes only)
Independent trader, owner of Schmeling Transport GmbH, Gruber's grumpy uncle
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Schultze
Employee of Schmeling Transport GmbH, transport-pilot
