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Hello Mr. Crime Boss Sylpheed. I would like to address this comment you made on a previous channel.
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Quote:The Vagrant raiders are an upstart group, whilst we have no quarrel with you, hard to have a quarrel with a group you've never seen in space, we do not believe that you offer us anything worth having at this time. Feel free to change my mind.
Firstly, I'd like to address the Overlord's resentment to that comment. VR has defended Alcatraz on numerous occasions, as well as hauling supplies from Malta, and the Pennsylvania system. VR as also escorted LR- tagged transport vessels through "The long way" into the Omicrons. We have also stood beside and fought with LR vessels against pursing law enforcement officials. I personally remember a time where VR pilots risked their lives as LR vessels escaped.
You have not seen our ships, because they have not been there. Our ships were severely damaged by the time spent in the Omicrons, and have been floating amongst the lanes in various states of repair.
You want a "cement" reason to have VR listed under "allies"? I discovered this file in the Overlord's terminal, and decided that now would be a magnificent time to bring it out. Please hold while I apply a certain scanner flux that should block NTF channel scanners...
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We have the Cassus Belli under our control. It is completely functional, save weapon systems and advanced armour plating. We are in the process of installing those two systems as we speak. The Overlord's plan for the Cassus was to station it in the northernmost asteroid belt in the California system, as an alternate escape hideout for criminal forces in Liberty. The ship could also be used as a hit-and-run extraction vessel, for operations of the like that VR has excelled at in the past.
The only difficulty would be supplying the Cassus with an oxygen supply. Which brings me to you.. and Alcatraz. Alcatraz is relatively close to where the Cassus would be stationed, and would be an excellent stop off for supplies - oxygen, consumer goods, etc.
Please tell me what you think. I eagerly await your response.
James LaBrie, Assistant to the High Overlord, Vagrant Raiders, signing out
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Comm ID; Crime Boss Sylpheed
Location: Aboard the Liberty Rogue Battleship Another Fine Product from the Nonsense Factory
Ha,
You, I like. No whining, no threats, just some simple statements of fact. I like that. Apologise to your Overlord, but seriously tell him to change his title. Sounds like he's gonna unleash evil minions and kidnap some princess, hear Gallia's good for those, by the by, in case the need takes him.
Anyway, sure, we'll run some oxygen up to your base, no issue there. It'll cost of course, but that's easy enough to sort out, mostly be running costs, I shall inform the folks running it not to get greedy.
Also you got access to that Lane Hacker kit? I'd be mighty interested in buying some, or maybe exchanging some.
Sylpheed Out.
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Mr. Sylpheed,
Thank you for your most timely reply.
Our ships would obviously do the running. The goods are for us, we wouldn't make you haul them.
As to the Lane Hacker technology.. we have come into possession of some. Not a ton, mind you, very special arrangements would have to be made.
And by your response, I should hope that our revoked docking privileges on Alcatraz are renwed? I'd hate to lose such a valuable stop-off point, and so would the Overl-.. Petrucci.
James LaBrie, Assistant to the High Overlord, Vagrant Raiders, signing out End of transmission.
Comm ID; Crime Boss Sylpheed
Location: Aboard the Liberty Rogue Battleship Another Fine Product from the Nonsense Factory
Heh,
So you want to land on Alcatraz, yes you can. Any rogue bases are open to you. If you wish you may also use Forteleza base in Humboldt. We use it as a fall back point in case the local law gets really heavy. Headquarters there if you need, it's facilities are somewhat better appointed than a ship of any class.
As for technology exchange, I'm willing to offer a couple of Barghest Interdiction Bombers and Werewolf Pirate Fighters in addition to Sammael class laser cannons, for their equivalent class of ship, Bayonets and Broadswords your guns are not necessary.
I'd like to talk to...ahem High Overlord Petrucci at some point. I like to talk to the bosses of my immediate allies.
Anyway, enough chit chat for now.
Sylpheed Out.
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Mr. Sylpheed, Petrucci's out scouting with a wing of VR bayonets at the moment.
I believe you are becoming acquainted with my personality type. So why don't I cut the crap and get down to the point.
Petrucci wants a Rogue gunboat, a Werewolf, and some Sammy's. We've both had excellent experiences with Rogue Gunboats, someone who goes by the name of... JIMMEHH, one of Petrucci's friends, is most proficient in flying one. Any chance we can work out an arrangement for the swap?
James LaBrie, Assistant to the High Overlord, Vagrant Raiders, signing out End of transmission.
Comm ID; Crime Boss Sylpheed
Location: Aboard the Liberty Rogue Battleship Another Fine Product from the Nonsense Factory
Hmmmm,
well i tell you what, and keep this under yer hat, we'll do you one Rogue Gunboat and a werewolf, with a complement of Sammies for yer delectation. In return we'll take two bombers and a couple of those heavy fighters.
Transaction can be concluded on Terre Haute in Cassini, if your boys and girls can make it.
We'll be seeing yer, if you decide to say yes of course.
Sylpheed Out.
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Sounds excellent. We will order the construction of these ships, we'll install temporary AI in their systems to fly them to Cassini at a pre-determined time.
Just say when.
James LaBrie, Assistant to the High Overlord, Vagrant Raiders, signing out End of transmission.