I hope this finds you all in good health. As I have informed you all earlier I came into possession of a data core that supposedly was salvaged from the wreckage of Freeport 7, more specifically the wreckage of a gunboat that was docked on Freeport 7. I can assure you that this is indeed correct. The data core belonged to a gunboat named the Reaver of which belong to a mercenary group that called themselves the Koensayr Guardsmen. They were apparently hired to train a small Zoner militia.
From the data I collected I am sure that all of the vessels owned by the Koensayr were destroyed along with Freeport 7 minus one. Their flagship the Arc Hammer was out on patrol when the Freeport was destroyed and was spotted in Omicron Minor during a battle, it however disappeared before the close of the Nomad War. I've spoken with a retired Order agent living a quite life on Gran Canaria and he claims to have seen this vessel in action, he claims it was a Fearless. If we are to believe him the last time the Order saw the Arc Hammer it was falling back to Theta for repairs after it was severely damaged by Nomads. The data core contained the transponder codes for the Arc Hammer, and I am hoping I can use these to locate it.
I left the data core aboard Corinth and I am setting out in the Phalanx to search Omicron Theta and the surrounding empty space for the Arc Hammer or its wreckage. I don't know how to explain why I am doing this; there is something about this information that I cannot resist.
Doc, thank you for your care of William. I have had him transferred to the medical bays on the Phalanx; he would want to be part of this mission.
> Decrypting............... done
> Com ID: Reisiger Duke, Omicron Supply Industries, CEO
> Location: :: Error :: Data Scrambled :: Unable to Trace ::
> To: Victor Cross, OSI, Escort Pilot
> Subject: Search for the Koensayr Guardsmen Fearless class Destroyer
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Hello Victor.
I'm glad to hear that you and your brother are well... maybe this excursion of yours will be what's needed for him to awake.
Now don't worry about the 'why'... knowing when to trust ones gut feeling is what is required out here in the Border and Edge Worlds to survive.
Might be an odd time, but congratulations to your new rank as Escort Pilot. I figured that's the least I could do for your constant vigilance even if there's no OSI transport pilot awake when you are, as well as to account for the couple of support missions you did to assist the ZTC.
If you need some help or funds for your search, please let me know.
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Comm ID: [TAZ]Doc Holliday
To: Reisiger Duke
This is some good information to read about. I knew nothing about it. I'll drop by Corinth to analyze this a bit more. Also, if you need Med.Force.One for research, it is available. It may not have the capabilities that Corinth does but it's always good to make sure that the "t's" are crossed and the "I's" are dotted. I'm just curious just how you were lucky enough to find this information? That's unheard of!
Also, TAZ has a couple of ships available to help you in your search. Let me know if they are needed and of course, keep me posted.
Also keep me posted on your brother. I pray he comes through.
*incoming transmission*
Comm ID: William Ironfoot
To: Reisiger Duke
It is very good news to hear of your brother's well being, if there is any help you require in your endeavor my research vessel White Knight, has an extensive sensor array purchased from my own personal fortune.
Alternatively if you require help with security while you are out there in those dangerous regions of space I can send my gunboat the Rubicon to provide you with an escort.
I have some rather amazing news my friends. I've found the Arc Hammer; or rather the remains of it. I had help in the form of Vanessa Duke and Paddy O'Donaghue. We recovered sixteen crew members that survived the ordeal in stasis and a some equipment.
Two men have asked to speak with you all, the first, Sir Charles Pole, claims he was in charge of a small Zoner defense fleet back around 798 A.S. and the other the man, Lehon Kaine, was hired to train that fleet. Francis West has also requested to speak with you.
I've never seen a Fearless with that much damage, fully 2/3 of the hull was missing. I've left it up to you all what we do with the remains. It looks like it would fall apart if towed but does have more equipment we could use. It is far enough out in unknown space that I doubt anyone would find it, even the Junkers. Perhaps we put defenses in place and leave is as a monument to the crews sacrifice? I reviewed some of the logs and battle footage; the crew of this Fearless did things with that beast I've never seen done with a Fearless. It is an honor to simply be in the presence of such great men, even if they were forgotten.
Once they have recovered they will address you on this channel.
An aged Bretonian walks into the room he was given after coming from a long journey.
"Sir, you should get some sleep before you-"
"This letter needs to be written as soon as possible Francis. I cannot allow any more incidents occurring, like the ones you have mentioned over the past 6 months."
"Yessir."
The man sits in a chair in front of a hardwood desk. He picks up a pen lying around, and grabs a piece of paper and begins to scribble on it.
"Dear Friends,
I am Charles Pole. I am writing this letter to hopefully begin once again what I had started so many years ago. I wish to convince you now, that the Zoner Community requires a force that will keep the peace, and enforce its neutrality. We have vast economic power, others however continue to take advantage of it. I wish for you to let me continue what I had started, a small group of volunteers who are willing to enforce the peace within our Freeports, and protect Zoners from a common enemy.
Many brave men and women have given their lives for this. I will not lie, if this motion is denied, their lives will have gone to waste. I can understand why you would go against this, but there are lives that are needlessly killed, who can be saved.
I hope that you will give me the opportunity, I do not want to see any more Zoners die for any reason, or see the lives of those who had go to waste. I thank you for your time and consideration.
> Decrypting............... done
> Com ID: Reisiger Duke, Omicron Supply Industries, CEO
> Location: OSI-CorporateHQ, Freeport 10, Tau 37
> To: :: This Channel
> Subject: The Survivors of the Arc Hammer
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Dear Victor
I am glad that you have found her... and moreover that there were survivors!
In any case, best bring them to the [TAZ]Med.Force.One so Doc's team can see to their health.
Eris knows what such a long time in a cryo-pod can do... especially in a damaged vessel.
> Decrypting............... done
> Com ID: Reisiger Duke, Omicron Supply Industries, CEO
> Location: OSI-CorporateHQ, Freeport 10, Tau 37
> To: Charles Pole
> Subject: Peace keeping force
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Greetings Mr. Pole
Many - if not all Zoners - are aware of how Zoners are being taken advantage of. We also remember the Nomads... and their increasing activity we observed over the last years.
While there already is an voluntary militia present, I myself and many members of the Omicron Supply Industries see indeed the need of a more... dedicated force for various reasons.
As this is a matter touching all Zoners, I suggest we'd all meet on Gran Canaria to have a talk about this, once you have recovered from your long time in the cryo-pod.
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Comm ID: [TAZ]Doc Holliday
To: All Concerned
Mr. Pole, if anyone needs medical attention, do bring them to Med.Force.One. They will be well taken care of and it's on me. Even if they seem OK, it won't hurt to have them looked over.
Mr. Duke, I agree about a meeting. I invite everyone to meet at my Estate on Gran Canaria. There is plenty of room, tight security and all the comforts of home. I'd be honored to have you all there.