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Post by Pitman on Jul 21, 2013 5:19:52 GMT -6
((Waited too long so I am posting this now whenever carlos posts we can continue.))
On Planet Kalway the neutral planet of the former Three Way Alliance is that of the great Stratosphere Station Kalway Point Three where the neutral meeting between Gransela, Aurlia, and Imperials would normally take place. Quite rarely has such a meeting have taken place, as all recent ones have been between Duchy Alliance and Grand Alliance. The various guards were on high alert as Ambassadors on all sides will be gathering soon. In space the Kalway Neutral Defense Force, were ready to prevent any attacks, their ships of Ancasta II Class, Recktor Class, and Vecktor II Class roamed on alert. As with the recent events all forces from all sides were at full alert. The Black Day on Echelon, The Battle of Andraste, Assault on Poseidra, the Siege of Aduinliun, the various terrorist attacks accross the Empire, and the Riots on Urabam II. Already the March of Darcy has fallen to the Grand Alliance leaving House Kalway and House Selian the only left who is neutral in the region.
Even so the now Two Way Alliance continues to still be vigilant even as a third of their numbers are gone. With the Conference with the military on all sides on an all time high since the Tetranni Conflict, the talks that could bring a full ceasefire and an end to all hostilities before they grow any further. As such the emergency conference has been called a week after the Siege of Aduinliun and Fall of the March of Darcy. As the various sides arrived to the station, some people were tense, as they knew the fate of the entire Southeast hung in the balance. But more so some even suggested it could potentially chose the fate the entire Empire. What will come of it? Only those who decide that outcome would gather here.
As the team of representatives have finally arrived, the ones representing The Grand Alliance of the Southeast were lead to by the Ambassador assigned by House Gransela, with them not even joining the conference. As for the other side Lin Avenor himself arrived as Chairman of the Council of Aurlia along with others who represented the various members of the Aurlian Duchy Alliance Star Forces. As for the Empire who have yet to arrive it is unknown what will happen in the talks, but all were ready to begin the negotiations to determine if peace is possible.
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Post by Carlos on Jul 27, 2013 12:26:06 GMT -6
The Imperial delegates arrived looking quite perturbed by something. They made their way through the large forum all the way to the center. Which caused a murmur as they were not supposed to start with the Imperial delegation. More so when some techs began rigging the large screen behind the podium. A few minutes passed, a few Imperial ships jumped into normal space, notably an Imperial Warship that served as Electronic Warfare Ship. However the ships were all civilian and broadcast a white flag of sorts.
Suddenly inside the forum the screen flickered to life. Revealing a flickery image of Empress Femyael.
"Southeastern Delegates. I am Empress Femyael. You have convened this conference to settle the possibility of war with the Empire," Either the image lagged or the Empress paused intentionally. "There is nothing to convene about. Your states are all members of the Empire. Your loyalty should be without question. The crimes at the academy are put to rest with the death of Empress Cirenia. Furthermore we have proof the attack on Imperial Forces made at Posiedra was made in error. The terms are simple. Posiedra will be returned to House Posiedra leadership. Aduinluin's current leadership will step down for other members of their house to take their place. Their military will be restricted until as such a time as it is sufficient passage of time. However, they and House Gransela, are to provide any and all information on this so called 'Blackguard', other Houses are asked to do this voluntarily as well."
Despite the delay and flickering image. Somehow Femyael conveyed a strong and resolute message that invited little return arguments.
Of course this still caused rumbling and whispering and even arguments among the delegates. However before anyone could take the floor in response. Something jumped into the system using the jump gates. Several ships large enough to be of battleship scale. However none were configured in ships of the Empire and it's many Houses. Each one has three series of jagged spiked surface that get progressively longer as they draw closer to the rear of the ship. The best way to describe the surface of the ships is a "bone" like structure.
The thirteen ships suddenly launched missiles at the jump gate defenses. The missiles didn't use conventional propulsion. Instead each one is a living entity that produces gases to propel itself. They are decided slower then Imperial and House missiles. And when they strike, they penetrate with the sharp tip, then seep into their target.
The alien menace was spreading further.
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Post by Pitman on Jul 28, 2013 3:24:25 GMT -6
As both representatives of Gransela and Aurlia sat in their tables along with all the other representatives, whispers began to be heard. As the 'New' Empress showed up with a white flag of peace, some were skeptical form her message from the capital. Though all has seen what happened with the Empress as they were waiting some didn't believe it was over yet. As before skirmishes between Imperials and Nobles have occurred throughout the Empire, but to anger the Grand Alliance and endanger the Duchy Alliance itself was a feat. As the alliances were made all Houses apart of it was held together by a military alliance to safeguard their protection. As the terms were delivered Lin Avenor knew this was enough to stop this war from even occurring which relieved him. The Duchy Alliance would gladly accept the deal now the Black Empress now dead, though her rule extremely short.
On the other hand the Grand Alliance would be likely to protest. Especially with House Aduinliun one of the larger supporters of Gransela. For it to give up Aduinliun would put not only a stain on Granselan honor but the entire Grand Alliance would feel it. Likelihood of them arguing against putting things against Aduinliun was guaranteed. As the entire conference was in an uproar with the instant arrival of the unknown ships soon happened. Alarms soon blared as an siren in the entire Stratosphere Station was heard and red lights were soon put on.
"What is the meaning of this Empress Femyael?!! You say you call us loyal subjects, yet this attack on the conference is uncalled for!!", the Ambassador of Gransela soon shouted, of course he didn't know what was going on only that an attack had just happened.
Lin Avenor too was not sure what was going on, as Duchy Soldiers and Grand Alliance Soldiers stormed in to get the delegates to safety.
"What is going on here?", Lin Avenor soon said, as Aurlian Knights came to Lin to begin to get him out of here.
Meanwhile in the stars above the automated defenses were hit by the missile attacks as explosions rocked various parts. Recktor Class, Vecktor II Class, Ancasta II Class, and Fighters soon moved into interception fleet formations to engage the enemy forces of unknown origin. Missiles, lasers, masers, and particle cannon fire soon shot out towards the thirteen battleship size unknown ships. Not even knowing if their Imperial or anything their purpose was protection of the delegates from all hostiles, regardless of origin.
As the battle began the entire planet itself was on highest alert having all civilians get into shelter. The entire conference was being broadcasted throughout the southeast region as well to show the results. What seemed a ceasefire was about to occur to prevent a war breaking out, now war is certain but what kind of war is uncertain as the talks of the conference has completely broken down.
House Kalway Defense Force
20x Recktor Class 20x Vecktor II Class 7x Ancasta II Class Mass Missile Heavy Cruisers 50x Interception Fighters
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Post by Carlos on Jul 28, 2013 9:53:13 GMT -6
The hardware that was transmitting the Empress across the vast distances must have been great because she heard the Gransela Ambassador's accusations with only a few seconds delay.
"Fool, we know your House is long suspected of genetic experiments," She said with narrowed eyes. Then looked to someone off screen before turning back to them. "An Imperial Force can come to the Southeastern region's aide. But we will not do so unless requested."
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Post by Pitman on Jul 29, 2013 4:22:51 GMT -6
As the battle was occurring outside, to the surprise of the Kalway Defense Force their attacks were doing very little damage. Being mostly of small crusiers, with no capital ships to speak of their attacks were too few to go against these large battleship size ships. Already a few ships were being infected by the alien force and the ships began to attack the area, including an attack towards the station.
Meanwhile on the Station
The Ambassador was lost for words, as he was not briefed on anything genetic experiments. Only certain people knew but so happened to play it safe the ones at the station didn't know anything.
"What are you insinuating?!! We do not do much things!! As Ambassador I am updated on everything!! My liege lord Duke Gransela wouldn't allow such dishonorable acts to happen!!", the Ambassador answered truthfully.
As this Lin Avenor wasn't sure who was attacking but the way things were playing out, almost felt too organized like it was all planned by the Imperials. Still he had this doubts, why would Imperials go such great length to do such a thing. Since he can remember they would be rather obvious in their power and simply send their military to do the talking. As well they know they can destroy any House with a flip of a coin, thus why they simply would threaten would be more then enough to get what they want.
"I do not believe your honestly!! The Southeast doesn't need the aide of the Empire!! We can fight these unknowns on our own!! We will stand on our own two feet to defend our homes against all threats!! We are the Grand Alliance we shall not kneel to the likes of these 'people' who attack this conference!! The Grand Alliance will not request aide!!", the Ambassador proclaimed, as the rest of the representatives of the Grand alliance all agreed.
"Here here!!", one shouted.
"We do not need the Empire to defend our citizens we can defend ourselves without you!!", a second.
"What good will the Empire do if they come in and destroy our homes like they own the place?!! Our people, our children need a future!! We should defend ourselves from the likes of terrorist, and enemies who wish to destroy our livelihood!!", a third shouted.
"My Lords... My Lords... think what your all saying!", Lin Avenor soon said standing up from his seat.
"For many centuries we have all been apart of the Empire, and only grown strong due to the might of her Imperial Majesty's Power. To say we do not need them it is like killing your own parent!! We of Aurlia and the rest of the Duchy Alliance only agreed in mutual defense. To protect our homes and the Empire from our true enemy, the Tetranni Dominion. If this enemy is new or our old enemy, let us all discuss and talk about this. If this enemy defeats us what then? Will we be the downfall of the southeast to allow invasion into the Imperial Central Region? We will be soon as fools who lead to our destruction? I will not partake in such blasphemous ramblings.", Lin Avenor soon said to the delegation.
"Are you saying we are weak? That we should cower behind our so called 'mother's', skirts?!!", one of the men shouted.
"No I am not saying that!! I am saying alone we are strong, but united we are invincible! We under the banner of the Empire with a united human race no nation, no alien will be able to stand against our combined might!", Lin Avenor soon said who shut everyone up in the room.
Looking around the middle aged man showed his prowess in having everyone listening to him. A trait that Avenor have had and well military prowess, they continuously showed. As everyone was silent the Gransela Ambassador shut up and sat down. With that Lin Avenor was about to talk directly to the Empress.
Going on his knees he soon says, "Your Imperial Majesty, Empress Femyael, I Marquis Lin Avenor, Lord Regent of the Duchy of Aurlia, and Chairman of the Aurlian Council, Be-", Lin was saying soon an attack hit the station ending the transmission before it could be completed.
Alarms blared as one of the missiles hit the station knocking if off orbit. All the representatives were thrown out of their seats as the sirens continued to go off. Quickly the soldiers grabbed the Ambassador's telling them it was time to leave the conference. Lin Avenor managed to get up in the chaos as everyone began to panic and get out of the secured room. As Lin was lead away by a few soldiers he was running towards the escape shuttles. As he was going the station itself as continuously shaking, and various systems were going down. He soon put on a normal suit and was lead into a shuttle alone with a few soldiers well the others on other shuttles. As he sat down he noticed the shuttle not leaving.
"Why are we not leaving?", Lin Avenor asked.
"I am sorry my lord but I believe you will not return to Aurlia.", one sodier said taking out a gun and fired directly into the chest of Lin Avenor.
Blood gushed out from his body as he was feeling his life draining from his body.
"What..? What is the meaning of this?!!", Lin managed to say.
"War is required, and for a restoration of the Star Kingdom of Aurlia the Empire must die. For this we have united with Blackguard and will systemically eliminate those who do not wish for Independence from the likes of the tyrants. Death to House Avenor, Glory to House Aurilius!!", the soldiers said as they fired at Lin Avenor, then throwing his body back into the station.
Today, another Avenor died and due to a betrayal like before.
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Post by Carlos on Jul 31, 2013 23:34:16 GMT -6
Among the Imperial delegates, one would not be led away, instead moving into the surging crowd to observe what happened. This is because he is not a diplomat. He is an Imperial Operative. He followed Lin Avenor. Though he was beyond his aide as he was ordered not to reveal himself. Nonetheless he retrieved the body and dragged off to a nearby corridor and the station's destruction neared. Before the conference had gotten in full swing he had planted explosives and used them now to create an exit.
"Good thing he's already in a normal suit. Better to preserve the body, even with the bullet holes," Operative Knell remarked as he placed what seemed like a skin tight mask over his face. It was designed to protect him from space. Fortunately his body was treated to resist radiation and his clothes were also made in that fashion. It was designed for a brief moment in open space.
A stealth craft awaited him and he quickly climbed in. It departed as soon as he boarded. It quickly made birth with the Imperial Electronic Warfare ship that had arrived earlier. They quickly opened a jump point along with the civilian craft. Departing as quickly as they could.
"See to it this body receives a full examination. Also," Operative Knell said as he came off the stealth craft and handed the body to a medical team. Calmly he removed one eye and handed it to one of the men. "See to it the Empress sees this as soon as we exit jump space."
Meanwhile the alien ships remained in a tight cordon around the jump gate. The reason became evident when the jump gate activated again and now a few vessels arrived that looked like alien modified Imperial ships and even Aduinluin ships strung together from the wrecks that were left behind.
The fighting intensified as the situation got worse.
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Post by Pitman on Aug 1, 2013 22:57:51 GMT -6
As the station itself fell and crashed into the planet of kalway already the battle in space was increasingly growing fierce. The Defense Force in space were being overwhelmed and already looking like the Kalway system would be next to fall. Already down below on the planet all militia forces were being deployed on various parts of the planet readying themselves for battle. Their air fields were all preparing as well as aerospace fighters not sent in space to prepare for a ground war. Already House Kalway have begun to call for evacuation of the planet, as Aduinliun and Poseidra systems falling were rumored to occurred as of late. As the fleet fell to the enemy forces none were left but civilians ships as they begun to try to leave the system away from the ensuing battle.
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