[Empire 5] IC Thread

[Minescratcher]

Region R14
Commonwealth of Zara
Vassal of the Droccen Imperium
Leader: Governor Korima Iskanemchetna
Round 18 (18 FC)

Actions:

1. [Economy] Buyout S11 Psychic Zombies TP 1: 20

2. [Economy] Buyout Q15 Ordivician Alloy TP 3: 14

3. [Intrigue]

4. [Intrigue]

5. [Intrigue] Secret: 4

Nonactions:

1. Resist raid: 9

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Current Stats
Diplomacy: 3
Military: 2
Economy: 8
Philosophy: 1
Intrigue: 10

New Ruler Next Round? no

Expected Stat Bonuses:

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Military units: 4

• Zara* SDS 2
• Elite Guardians
  

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• Zara* SDS

Resources controlled:

• E25: Pocket Factories
• F26: Fertilized Actuators
• G13: Vanadium
• G23: Scrap Metal
• G19: Guardians
• G25: Entertainment
• H24: Black Hole Generators
• X14: Broadcasting Tech x2
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Techs:
Economy

• Long-Range Advertising Campaigns!: Reduces ZoI by one step for defending against buyouts; Requires Broadcasting Tech
• Galactic Currency Mint: +1 Buyouts; Requires Any precious mineral and Any other resource
• Resident Spies: Treat one secret action per turn as if its ZoI was centered on the capital of a Stellar Power you have an Embassy with. The target must be Close, Adjacent, or within the Capital region; Requires Spies or Broadcasting Tech and Embassies
• Trade League!: If a player owns two or more TPs in a region that is adjacent to one of their own regions, they gain a Claim on that region; Requires Electronics
• F.L.E.X Security: Defence actions against theft have a +1; Requires Space Knights

Military

• Enhanced Microplating: +1 Battle rolls; Requires Hard Metal; Armor and Shields slot
• War Beasts: +1 Battle rolls; Requires Fauna; Warmachines and Live Weaponry slot
• Energy Distribution: -1 Distance Loss rolls; Requires Electronics; Engines slot
• Capital Ship Hulls: -1 to Combat Losses and doubles unit tonnage; Requires Hard Metal; Logistics slot

Cultural Identities:

• Sousk se Veres: 2d8 on Secret Actions

Caller Fragments:


Embassies:

• The Kron
• Republic of Celes

Philosophy bonuses:

• None

Organization bonuses:

• 2 CMC favors

Other:
+1 to one Buyout roll/round for the duration of Korima’s tenure as Governor of CWZ

Saved actions:

[Electriccat]

Etherites
Turn 19
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Actions:

1. [Economy] Buyout A11 TP 1 - 14 - Success
   ??
2. [Economy] Buyout A11 TP2 - 16 - Success
   ??
3. [Intrigue] Spend I5 - Promote Bureau Chief - Use League Investigative Bureau
   Renald Dris'melarn is promoted to Bureau Chief in the first use of the new office. Assigned to primarily act in an at home capacity.
4. [Intrigue] Secret
   Secret things
5. [Philosophy] Land Reclamation Project 4/5
   ??
6. [Philosophy] Land Reclamation Project 5/5
   +1 to resist conversion

Non-Actions:

• Resist all relevant buyout/convert/etc actions not explicitly approved or supported below

Embassy Actions:
RGH

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Current Stats (in the following order):

Diplomacy 3
Military 1
Economy 5
Philosophy 3
Intrigue 7

New Ruler Next Round?
No

Expected Stat Bonuses:
+1 Econ +1 Int +1 Phi
Trade Posts: 19

Military Units: 5

Mil Unit Cap:
4 + Regions controlled =
4+7-1=10
Technology

Name	Effect	Allocated TP	Allocated TP Resource Name
Trade League	Two TPs give claim in adjacent regions	C11	Silicon Nanowire
Long-Range Advertising Campaigns!	Reduces ZoI by one step for defending against buyouts	D10	Novendallin
Galactic Currency Mint	+1 to Buyouts	V14 TP 1, P8 TP1	Platinum Metals, Twisted Wands
War Beasts	+1 Battle Rolls	Q19 TP 3	Takhaun
Enhanced Microplating	+1 Battle Rolls	S9 TP3	Boreal Metal
F.L.E.X. Security	+1 to Resist Theft	E13 TP 1	Mounties
Limited Transports	1/round use org base of same kind as embassy	V14 TP 2	Platinum metals
Universal Translators	+1 Buyouts	E13 TP 2	Mounties

Great Project

Name	Effect	Location
L.I.S. (League Investigative Service)	+1 to counter theft rolls	D10
Land Reclamation Effor	+1 Resist conversion	B12

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End of Round Nineteen.

All edits to actions posts made after this point will be considered invalid.

[Gengy]

Round Twenty... Loading...
The below happens between Galactic Dates 217536.0.0.81 - 2175038.0.0.80
Don’t forget to link to any rolls you make for ANY Attribute checks, plus rolls for rulers you will start using at the start of the next round. If you want a new ruler in the next round, you must state so in your action post for this round and link to their rolls. Any increases from actions for this round are counted for the ruler you start your next round with (because it’s handier to account for by the co-GM), which may or may not be your current ruler.
Good luck!

Rules Alerts and Changes!

• Intrigue Stations now provide their +1 Investigation bonus to the region it is in, and all adjacent regions; instead of just adjacent regions.

Growth!

(DCC becomes a Galactic Empire, the Galactic Droccen Imperium!)

(DNM becomes a Galactic Empire!)

(OwO becomes a Galactic Power, the Combine Interstellar League!)

(DNF creates a new technology: Galactic Trade Network. Requires: “Trade League”, Skilled Beings. Effect: Once per round, reduce ZoI penalty on buyouts by one step.)

(OwO adapts the Scout Chassis technology to use Oricalcum!)

(Great Project Land Reclamation Effort finished in B12 by ETL! Effect:+1 to resist conversion in the region)

(SYN finishes researching the Storm Cube 5/5! The Storm Cube is destroyed, but SYN gains the technology: "Terraformations" [Planetary Siege Weaponry] Effect: +1 Battle Rolls and Establishing Claims, Requires: Arcana [x2])

(MFM moves its capital to L8. I9 is in Unrest.)

(DNF presses a claim on I29, 2/2. DNF gains one unit.)

(TZH presses a claim on D2, 2/2. TZH gains one unit.)

(VTP presses a claim on U29, 1/1.)

(VTP presses a claim on S29, 2/2. VTP gains one unit.)

(VTP presses a claim on U27, 2/2. VTP gains one unit.)

(FFS presses a claim on I1, 1/1. FFS gains one unit.)

(FFS presses a claim on K3, 1/2.)

(FFS presses a claim on K5, 1/2.)

(DNF successfully raises their reputation with the CPC from 1 to 2)

(DNF successfully creates a claim in K27)

(SYN presses a claim on Q17, 1/1.)

(SYN presses a claim on T14, 2/2. SYN gains one unit.)

(DNM presses a claim on R28, 2/2. DNM gains one unit.)

(SYN successfully raises their reputation with the WKA from 2 to 3)

The following regions are no longer in unrest…
KNV Q11
KNV R10
KNV R12
MFM G7
MFM H6

Trade!

(VTP successfully buys out S27 TP1 [Meat Orbs])

(NIN successfully claims W23 TP3 [Subspace Camels])

(DNM successfully buys out Q23 TP1 and TP2 [Broadcasting Rigs])

(TZH successfully buys out F4 TP1 and TP2 [City Squash])

(VSL successfully buys out X8 TP3 [Haethalian Rubies])

(CmC successfully buys out L2 TP1 [Gun Runners])

(LTE successfully buys out M25 TP2 [Dilithium])
(LTE successfully buys out M23 TP3 [Glazed Diamonds])

(CWZ successfully buys out S11 TP1 [Psychic Zombies])
(CWZ successfully buys out Q15 TP3 [Ordivician Alloy])

(ETL successfully buys out A11 TP1 and TP2 [Observers of Beyond])

(FCO raids W13 TP1 [Solar Sapphires] from CWZ!)

Ideology!

GM Correction: These two UOS conversions happened during last round.
(UOS converts N12 to [KISS])
(UOS converts M11 to [KISS])

(FCO becomes an Ideological Power, The Fated Convocation of the Ordained!)

(NIN creates an Imperialism assembly in U21!)

(NIN converts P6 to [Imperialism])

(WWE converts K17 to [KISS])

(UOS converts O9 to [KISS])

(WKA converts U27 to [KISS])
(WKA converts W17 to [KISS])

Terror!

(I5 used; ETL recruits Bureau Chief Renald Dris'melarn, Intrigue 7)

(WWE / SJW attempts to incite unrest in Lyrae [K21], but LTE manages to contain and resolve conflicts before they get out of hand.)

The Source Civil War is not good for its stellar neighbors. As refugees flee into various regions, hidden among them are dissenters and those who would deny the established sovereignty already in place. None more true than within the LTE region of K19, where Peacemonger Pella manages to raise an army to, as her Peacemonger Campaign puts it, "Demand true individual representation free from the yolk of a careless pompous tyrant falsely claiming at nurturing life."
(Rebellion in K19! 5 Units of Peace Takers, led by Peacemonger Pella [Mil 7])

During a civil discourse with a visiting dignitary from the Tezh, Wrath and representatives of Efficiency Ground are suddenly attacked! The attackers blast through several walls, and run in to accomplish their mission while everyone is still reeling from the smoke and surprise! While no one is fatally wounded, the box that holds Conveyance is stolen from Efficiency Ground! At first, it is thought to be a ruse from the TZH - or perhaps because EG is distracted by helping WWE, the SJW retaliated - but the types of explosives used seem to indicate that the attackers are very skilled with setting charges. While the SJW isn’t dismissed as a suspect, the Tezh’s assistance in finding out the thieves would be appreciated... Wrath worries that this may all be a trick from Conveyance, but also publicly announces that if the kidnappers come forward quickly, he won’t give the order that allows the release the Caller AI from its self-imposed confines.
(Someone attacks Efficiency Ground, and successfully manages to steal the containment box that holds the Caller AI Conveyance. Clues seem to indicate a species that is proficient with explosives. The Kidnappers have until the start of Round 21 to come forward, on their own, before Conveyance is released from it’s confines and allowed to go back into the Beyond.)

NAH and CLS suffer some barely believable nonsense and implode, mostly politically and not actual implosion. Mostly.
(NAH and CLS regions are now claimable through diplomacy or conquest. All requested ‘gifting’ by NAH to other players is honored by the GM Team.)

No one is quite sure how it occurred. The Tezh Consensus were taking all warnings seriously, and keeping their leader under constant supervision, especially as she was so close to retirement. Just another Galactic Year or two… but in the middle of a Stozudal night cycle, while Brigid took a rare moment of rest, everyone looked away for only a second. She was sleeping, there were guards all around the room, cameras even in her bedroom… one moment she was there, the next, she wasn’t. Just… gone. Watching the camera feed, they can even tell the exact moment the blankets she slept under settled down after she just… vanished. The only thing found is a printed block text note under the covers that reads “YOU WERE WARNED.”
(TZH ruler ‘Brigid’ is missing! TZH will need a new ruler for Round 20. Claims are not lost, but region E5 is in Unrest!)

Rumors…

The Tezh continue their quiet interactions with some southerly region, and people are starting to notice that - with their research into Empathetic Chi complete - there’s still quite a number of Tezh ships heading to and from Efficiency Ground…

OwO - the AI - went offline a couple years back for a short time (about an hour) inconveniencing trillions of beings. The Combine assures everyone that nothing went wrong, and that everything’s fine, and any rumors that they are experimenting are - obviously - entirely true. Though they won’t confirm what they are experimenting with…

The Etherites (ETL) seem to be sending something along secure channels through the Witchknights of the Apocalypse, where any hope of tracking whatever they are sending is lost. This is unusual, as such services are probably far easier and cheaper with the Cosmic Couriers…

The Wardens of World’s End always seem to be up to something, and seem to require more and more resources to do so...

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The would-be arboreal overlords are told to go home as their governance skills are found to be lacking. In absolutely no way have the rebels been incited by Axiom Affordable Chainsaws LLC, which has set up a branch in K31 to satisfy the sudden demand in anti-tree weaponry.
(2 rebel units appear in K31! They demand independence!)

The following regions secede from the powers that once controlled them. They may be conquered or claimed:
UOS N12 - 2 rebel units
KNV O13 - 2 rebel units

CPC intervention has ameliorated the situation M17, but the rebels still remain in the region, and might incite the populace again, unless the government shows more interest in local affairs!
(M17 is stabilized, but 2 rebel units remain!)

The following regions go Unstable due to continued lack of interest from their sovereign governments… (OOC: Write-ups still requested…Write ups provided during the course of Round 20 will reduce Unstable to Unrest)
VSL V12
KRO – D16

The following regions go into Unrest due to a lack of interest from their leading governments…
(OOC: Write-ups still requested… Write ups provided during the course of Round 20 will eliminate Unrest)
KRO – J14
WWE – L12
DCC – J18
NYX – N22
KNV – M11
FFS - I3
TFT - J30
KRO – E17
FFS – H2
TZH – D4
NYX – N24
WWE – P20
DCC – K17

The following regions have until the start of Round 21 to have write-ups, or they will enter Unrest…
DNF – E29
DNF – D32
KRO – F12
KRO – C15
FFS – J2
DCC – J16
MFM – G7

War!

(DNF makes the Tactical Doctrine “Guerrilla Warfare” permanent!)

(NIN conquers O5. O5 is in Unrest.)

(NIN conquers P6. P6 is in Unrest.)

(MFM conquers K11. K11 is in Unrest.)

(KRO attempts to Recon F10, but meets with resistance. There are at least 3 units in the region, ready to rebuff attempts to explore the area. The unit sent to this region is lost, though the General makes it back alive, if only barely!)

The Droccen continue their assault on the core regions, once again managing victory over the Same found within! This time, however, it comes at a great loss to the mighty military of the Empress. What was a plan that was going entirely as expected - everything was going right for the Droccen - suddenly turns to heartache as only one out of every five soldiers manage to return home. A massive explosion, the likes of which the Droccen forces have never seen before, wipes out a majority of the ships that are busy celebrating their certain victory. In the end, the region is under Droccen control… but the cost is great, and won’t be forgotten...
(DCC invades K15 Same V0.17! DCC victory! K15 is in Unrest!)

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30 vs 25, DCC wins.
DCC loses 1 Unit, before an explosion causes them to lose 3 additional Units! Same v0.17 is destroyed!

In a visually and creatively distinct rebellion against a galactic empirical power, a War in the Stars occurs between two factions that both use Source Swords. With Efficiency Ground opening the way, many Stellar Powers from all corners of the Galaxy come to the aid of the Wardens. The Umbral Ordensstaat - with its Leader, Source Knight Eleven - even arrives in the sector, but before the Wardens can send out details of where the Ordensstaat can fit into their battle plan, the Source Knight’s ships veer towards the rebel forces, and take a prominent placement among the so-called Source Justice Warriors. What follows is a series of what seems like is only three battles, resulting in what should have been a climactic conclusion that storytellers would have spoken about for ages... but then reports come in that there were three other battles that happened precluding the main fights. And when the soldiers on both sides hear of these precursor fights, another three battles occur, much the same as the main three conflicts, but ultimately ending in the (hopefully) conclusion to the civil war, and the capture of Source Knight Eleven!
(Civil War! SJW invades WWE, Hearth region N18! WWE Victory! N18 is in Unrest due to the Civil War! UOS requires a new Leader during Round 20!)

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DNM loses 2 units to Distance.
VSL loses 1 unit to Distance.
WWE [56] vs SJW [46]
OVERWHELM!
WWE loses 1 Unit.
CPC loses 1 Unit.
DCC loses 1 Unit.
VSL loses 2 Units.
(WWE) SJW loses 7 Units.
Galean Mind Breakers lose all 4 Units.
UOS loses 4 Units.
Source Knight Eleven is Captured by WWE!

Discovery!

The newly ordained Fated Convocation sends investigators to try and discover the where-abouts of the Library of Truth, but though they stumble across a few possible leads, none of them pan out the way Revered Speaker Allchurch Sea-Breaker or his faithful hoped for. There may still be some leads to follow, but it is a slow process...
(FCO investigates to try and recover the Library of Truth, but is unsuccessful. The fragments, Strict Obedience and the Library of Truth, have both gone missing, but may be able to be found with a GREAT SUCCESS Investigation or an I5. If two Stellar Powers target the same Fragment with an I5 in the same round it will result in an Intrigue roll-off.)

The Revered One, Damnos the Most Wise, speaks! When researching why Damnos activated for one full hour during the Wormhole’s activity, the Fated Convocation witnesses further activity from Damnos! The Revered One reveals:
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Such an ancient form of revelation has many within the Convocation confused. Then one high priest of the Church of Rust realizes that the Most Wise is known for it’s relationship to ‘Community’ and what better representation of Community is there than a Wormhole that opens new pathways to the greater galaxy!
(FCO investigates the Wormhole and Damnos, and receives a revelation! Damnos seems to be related to the wormhole through his connection to the aspect of Community.)

Looking into the SAME code deeply, in a (mostly) safe environment, and checking their work with multiple other captured Cores, the Grymlan Combine manages to conclude that the SAME code is malleable, and that their precepts were - at one time - able to be adjusted. However, this defect and alteration was prevented and the possibility terminated when - somehow - several SAME were infected with feverous belief in the Source instead of their own warped take on ‘the One’. Now, an update in the code of all non-Source SAME prevents their ideological hardware from being altered. Though… perhaps… a different method of alteration is still possible?
(OwO investigates the SAME to see if their precepts can be adjusted, and discovers: It was possible. Once. And now it’s not?)

Focusing on the Same ability to replicate matter, the Knights Vacio research various technologies using their access to Same Cores. The ability of Same Cores to utilize matter conversion of base materials into Same Drones is highly intriguing to SPACE QUEEN, though she does request that somebody figure out a way to not make a death drone. The Knights work hard, and feel like they may be on to something... They could probably craft an interesting technology, by themselves, in a few galactic years, but it would be slow and intensive work... or they could hurry the project along, and perhaps risk some of the now many SAME Cores that are contained.
(KNV investigates the SAME Core in search of new Technology, and discovers a clue! {CHOICE} KNV (without aid from others) may spend a total of 6 [Philosophy] Actions during Rounds 20 or 21 to create a new technology pertaining to Matter Conversion (OR) KNV may spend 2 [Intrigue] Actions during Round 20 to receive that same technology, but multiple contained SAME Cores will be destroyed.)

Round 19 Correction:
UOS probes scan the cosmos for worlds suitable for colonization. After a few months they find a series of planeloads inhabited by the local miners co opt. The miners are willing to find anything, but employers frequently find the miners' service prohibitively expensive compared to drones.
(UOS explores M15, and finds an OPEN LC, 1 Unit of Miner Co Workers, and [Resource Category: Hard Metal]; UOS can use a non-Action during round 20 to define the Hard Metal)

Niruntine imperial diplomats galavant through space in search of new territory to claim for the empire. After a few successful expeditions, the Niruntine come across a dyson sphere occupied by a group known as the Aracnea. The Aracnea use their 8 spindly arms to weave the mysterious material mined from the star's core into some of the most beautiful textiles in all of Axiom. Rumor has it that the textiles shine with the luminosity of a star.
(NIN explores V26, and finds a Silk Love LC, 2 Units of Aracnea Weave Riders, and [Resource Category: Textiles]; UOS can use a non-Action during round 20 to define the Textiles)

The Ninurtine Empire continues to explore the regions surrounding its established territory. It does not take long for the Ninurtine ships to spot a large planet that emits large amounts of radiation. Upon closer inspection traces of an intelligent species are found on the planet and all of the metal that naturally occurs has been irradiated. A massive metal cube is found with an inscription, “We tried to play god and recreate the power of the sun in our labs. Now I am the sole survivor. My hair has already fallen out and I do not have much time left, learn from our mistake; the power gained is not worth death.”. Whatever happened here caused the extinction of the natives but what is this power they speak off?. Before the Ninurtine could continue their search three luminescent orbs approached the fleet and opened fire. The Ninurtine were forced to retreat.
(NIN explores W25 and finds an OPEN LC, a Good amount of [Thormium], and 3 units of miniature stars.)

The Ninurtine Empire is always looking for new avenues to explore and regions to claim. Their latest expedition sees their fleets entering the X24 region. They find a very friendly pre-interstellar species called the Wagomu that are more than happy to interact and trade with the Ninurtine. The Ninurtine have access to all but their most secret of places and only detect a handful of fleets to defend this region.
(NIN explores X24 and finds an OPEN LC, a Good amount of [Rubberbandium], and 2 units of Wagomu warriors.)

The Federation of Free Systems continues to map out the northern edge of the galaxy and while in region L4 they stumble upon an inhabited star system. The locals call their planet Silicon Valley and appear to have built their entire civilization around Silicons. Their understanding of the element is so advanced that they have improved it into a new form called Purified Silicon. The exact limits of this new element have not been fully explored yet and could prove to be extremely valuable to any stellar power.
(FFS explores L4 and finds an OPEN LC, a Minor amount of [Purified Silicon], and 3 units of Silicon Purifiers.)

The Syndrome decide it's time to explore the old Rothum place and see what is going on. When they arrive it quickly becomes clear why the nation collapses as the entire system has been turned into a giant arena. Fleets are seen entering what appears to be a gladiator ring around the local star until only one fleet is left standing. It only takes a few minutes for new fleets to enter the ring to challenge the champion and the fight begins all over again.
(SYN explores Q19 and finds an LC dedicated to Iteusism, a Great amount of [Reformed Takhaun], and 6 units of Rothum Warriors led by General Taurina (10).)

The Tezh have decided to find out what lies at the edge of the galaxy sending personnel to probe the region currently known as F2 they find what appears to be a massive launch platform aiming towards the intergalactic void. Upon closer inspection it appears that a nation has left the galactic boundaries of Axiom and left behind only mined out planets. The launching pad seems mostly intact and has enough force to launch ships an astronomical distance, this can however only be in a straight line and any planets or stars in the way will be collided with.
(TZH explores F2 and finds an OPEN LC and a Good amount of [Depleted Uranium])

The Tezh continue their exploration of the galactic edge and manage to find life in E1. The system is home to a pre-industrial revolution species and can be observed from orbit. Even though they do not have access to mass production small settlements across the planet have developed a polyester that when worn adapts to the wearer's body size. The strange material can also be seen used in the construction of houses to insulate rooftops and walls.
(TZH explores E1 and finds an OPEN LC and a Minor amount of [Morphic Polyester]. TZH has +1 to conversion of E1 for the next round.)

The Lyraen Technocratic Empire is painfully aware of the few unexplored regions at the southern edge of their territory. In a massive effort the empire launches fleets to investigate what lies within these regions. The unexplored region of space between the Lyraen and Duenem was the first to be explored and it did not take long for the Lyraens to find a star system with intelligent life. A ring world has been constructed around the local star that is inhabited by the Moneid people. These reptilians live inside the ring world and are able to maintain it however they have lost the knowledge to reconstruct it. The ring world seems to have been divided into three sections each belonging to a clan that claims rule. The three clans fight over minor differences within their established cultures and constantly gain and lose small sections of the habitat in their conflicts. The only time when a cease fire is called is when the dead are collected and cremated, the ash of the dead is then used in many trinkets and alchemical solutions.
(LTE explores N26, and finds an OPEN LC, a Great source of [Moneid Powder] and 3 units of Moneid Warriors and a Great Project “Unite the clans!” 1/5. LTE gains a claim on N26)

Diplomats from Lyrean space look for more irregularities in neighboring systems, and soon locate a previously undiscovered sector of space that holds a binary star system. The two yellow suns orbit each other, and provide light to what seems to be an artificially created rhombus-like-landmass that completely encircles the two stars, like a diamond shaped hula hoop that never quite touches. The three-eyed natives - bipedal cats - are receptive to the Lyreans, but have no explanation for why their home is the way it is. They just know it has been this way since its creation. They follow the ways of The One.
(LTE explores K25, and finds a The One LC, and a Good source of [Undefined].)

Sending even more diplomats out to investigate nearby stars, the Lyraen Technocratic Empire comes across a sector that seems to be highly defended by mechanized emplacements on a solar system expansive asteroid belt. Inside the asteroid belt, however, is a faint blue-white sun and a set of three planets that have sub-light travel merchant vessels. The people here seem to be highly skilled at mechanics, both crafting and repairing, and when they see that the explorers are here as diplomats and not conquerors, the locals are receptive to sharing what they know!
(LTE explores M29, and finds an OPEN LC, 3 Units of Mechanized Asteroids, and a Good source of [Technicians].)

Lyrean theocratic agents scour the former capital of the Dipanan collected nations. While many of the colonies within the system appear abandoned, the planet of Katarssa seems to be doing comparatively well. It seems the mysterious disappearance of the Sunbreams has thrown most interstellar infrastructure into rapid disrepair.The humans remaining on the planet are grateful for any Lyrean aid they can receive, seemingly eager to rejoin the intergalactic community on their terms.
(LTE explores L26, and finds an OPEN LC, 2 Units of Dipanan liberators, and a minor source of [Dipanan Cusine].)

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FFS Probe L6
KRO Recons F10

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Round Twenty: Begin!
Galactic Dates 2175038.0.0.81 - 217540.0.0.80

[KriegTiger]

Tezh Consensus

Current Leader: ?

ROUND 20

Die Rolls Go Here:

Actions taken: See N&R for all related fluff

1. TBD
2. TBD
3. TBD
4. TBD
5. TBD
6. PHI - TBD

Non-action and 'General Goals List' for the round (goals will be removed as actions are filled in):

• Resist all relevant buyout/convert/etc actions not explicitly approved or supported below

News and Rumors:

• Stay tuned

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Region	Loc	Resource	TP1	TP2	TP3	Learning Center	Assembly
Yutov (Capital)	E5	Living Fire Gemstones (Precious Mineral)	TZH			The One	The One
	D4	Cyclopian Tripods	TZH	X	X	The One
Uanerth	D6	Murphets (Fuel)	Open	X	X	The One
Gyribov	D8	Vigorite (Drugs)	TZH	Open	Open	The One
Stronoe 71Y6	E3	Salted Chromium (Hard Metal & Spice)	TZH	X	X	The One
Mibreshan	E7	Memory Transfer Droid (Skilled Beings)	DNM	TZH		The One
Ir	F6	Undefined			X	The One	N/A
	C5	Undefined			X	The One
Teron	S7	Matter Manipulators	USO	RTH	X	The One
	S9	Boreal Metal	USO	RTH	ETL	The One
	T4	Mindcasters	USO	X	X	The One
	T6	Crystal Skulls	CmC	RTH	USO	The One
	T8	Thneedz	RTH	CmC		The One

Region	TP#	Resource	Category
E5	TP1	Living Fire Gemstones	Precious Mineral
E3	TP1	Salted Chromium	Hard Metal, Crops & Spices
E7	TP2	Memory Transfer Droid	Skilled Beings
D8	TP1	Vigorite	Drugs
E7	TP3	Memory Transfer Droids	Skilled Beings

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Tech:

• Galactic Currency Mint - +1 to Buyouts
• Limited Transporters - Once per round use org base with positive rep as embassy with another player (also with base and positive rep)
• F.L.E.X. Security - Defence actions against theft have a +1
• Resident Spies - Treat one secret action per turn as if its ZoI was centered on the capital of a Stellar Power you have an Embassy with. The target must be Close, Adjacent, or within the Capital region
• Trade League! - If a player owns two or more TP's in a region they gain a claim on that region
• Universal Translator - +1 to buyouts

Mil-Tech:

• Lyraen Elemental Implants - Battle Rolls get +1
• Sublight Thrusters - +2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
• War Beasts - Battle Rolls get +1
• EC Lances - +1 to battle rolls, +1 to enemy combat losses on victory
• Energy Conversion Weaponry - Battle Rolls get +1
• Enhanced Microplating - Battle Rolls get +1

Philosophy:

• Respectful Discourse (LC5 Bonus) - +1 to Conversions
• Thorough Debate (LC10 Bonus) - Increase die size for Conversion rolls: 2d8
• Small & Medium Business Curriculum (LC20 Bonus) - +1 to Buyout rolls, additional +1 if LC for The One is present in region.
• To Boldly Go (LC40 Bonus) - +2 to probe rolls

Diplomacy:

• Requires Verification - Increase die size to resist Conversion: 2d8
• Where No One Has Gone Before (temp) - Increase die size to Probe: 2d8

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Brigid:
DIP - 10
MIL - 6
ECO - 8
PHI - 10
INT - 10

[Aedilred]

The Ninurtine Empire
Round 20

News and Rumours

• The self-serving (and ungrateful) suggestion by the FCO that the Empire is an aggressive force bent on continual conquest is met with widespread outrage. The Empire has not fought a war of conquest since the reign of Cherahiteth II, and the majority of its regions have joined peacefully. The last time the Imperial Navy fired a shot in anger was during its war to defend the FCO itself from the Sanguinary League. Recent expansion has indeed seen the Navy deployed once again, but solely in unstable and defenceless regions abandoned by their former masters.
• Moreover the dismissal of the Imperial ideology as "trappings of tyrants" suggests that the FCO has no understanding or interest in the maintenance or origin of legitimate governmental authority. Opinion-writers suggest that this is a deliberate attempt to weaken the very fabric of the Empire.
• While the Roannais rebuff the advances of the Church of Rust without great difficulty, the University of Nisu proves a different story, where what begins as an underground student movement draws in an influential Sophocrat and two leading Perdiscutors. Before long the doctrine of the Church of Rust is being preached on the doorsteps of the university's temples. The Great Aristocrat informs the Council that he has to all intents and purposes lost control of the University's ideological direction.
• This in turn creates widespread uproar that foreign missionaries should seek to subvert the basis for Imperial rule in the very heart of the Empire. The President of Arursha and Lord Protector of Nanasu (urged on, it is suspected, by Ninurbethush) form a virtually unprecedented political alliance to urge the Council to treat this as an act of open aggression by the FCO. The Philosopher-General, the GEXT, and the Overarchon of Bechu are believed to concur.
• News of the Church's penetration into the model Imperial colony station on Phi moves those three waverers firmly into the hawkish camp, now joined by the Station Chief of Phi and the Norduin Viceroy. No Councillors have yet come out in favour of the conversions and pressure grows in the Forum for action to be taken.

Actions

[Philosophy 5] Create an Assembly in Ceylan
[Philosophy] Convert W25 to Imperialism - success
[Philosophy] Convert V26 to Imperialism - success
[Philosophy] Convert X24 to Imperialism -failure
[Diplomacy 5] Create an embassy with the Droccen Imperium
[Military] Occupy P8 with 1 unit
[Military] Build a unit

Non-Actions

Support any buyouts of non-Imperial-owned TPs by the Republic of Celes or Droccen
Resist buyouts of trading posts owned by NIN, CEL or DCC.
Accept any technologies offered.
Resist all conversion actions:

• U23 (automatic fail)
• U21 (success)

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Emperor Renahimith II

Diplomacy: 5
Military: 7
Economy: 5
Philosophy: 5
Intrigue: 3

Next round: Philosophy +2 Military +1

Expected next round stats:

Diplomacy 5
Military: 8
Economy: 5
Philosophy: 7
Intrigue: 3

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Cultural Identities:

• Stabilising regions (temporary)

Tactical Doctrines:

• Holographic Decoys: If tactical manoeuvring won or drawn, add the margin of victory on tactical manoeuvring to the battle score (min. +1, max. +5)

Resources available:

• Antispice
• Celes Alloys
• Entropic Pearls
• Mechanical Drones
• Multiforce Hammers
• Onliest Hats
• Tabine Warriors
• Mech Pilots
• Cavorite
• Energineers
• Photon Torpedoes
• Slime Monsters
• Subspace Camels

Technologies

• Capital Ship Hulls
• Lyraen Elemental Implants
• Enhanced Microplating
• Resident Spies
• Sublight Thrusters
• Universal Translator
• HEAT Engines
• Galactic Mint
• Limited Transporters
• Deployable Cloaking Mines
• Long-range advertising

Generals:

• Lord Admiral Anguradeshib (M9)

Caller Fragments:

• Peaceful Outreach

Units: 16

[HalfTangible]

Star Power: The Veritus-Timens Protectorate
Ruler: Agni Immolati Adiuva-Veritus-Timens
Round 20

Regions: T28, T30, S29, U27

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Current Stats

Diplomacy: 10
Military: 5
Economy: 9
Philosophy: 2
Intrigue: 8

*	Dip	Mil	Eco	Phil	Int
Rolls (position subject to change)	4+1	3	4+1	2	4
Round 14	+1	+2	Eco	Phil	+3
Round 15	Dip	Mil	+1	Phil	+1
Round 16	Dip	Mil	+2	Phil	Int
Round 17	+1	Mil	+1	Phil	Int
Round 18	+2	Mil	Eco	Phil	Int
Round 19	+2	Mil	Eco	Phil	Int
Total	10	5	9	2	8

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[Diplomacy - Press Claim (Trade League Tech) - U29 - 2/2 - Rolled even though I didn't need to, got a 15 assuming Duenem support]

[Diplomacy 10 - Declare the Veritus-Timens Protectorate a Galactic Power]

[Economy 5 - Improve Resource - S27 [Meat Orbs] - Minor to Good]

[Economy - Buyout T32 - TP1 - Roll (17) - SUCCESS!]

[Economy - Buyout T32 - TP2 - Roll (19) - GREAT SUCCESS! - Star Galleons Triggers, TP3 is gained!]

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Nonactions:

Duenem Embassy

News and Rumors:
-Extasis travels with a small delegation to the Droccen Imperium. He is also the only Veritus within said delegation that is, by all appearances, excited to go. Despite how much his weird behavior freaks out the rest of his kind and even confuses some of the others within the Protectorate (a Veritus that actually LIKES the xenos?! What madness is this?!), it is agreed that sending someone out to keep an eye on the aliens is more worthwhile than keeping a xenophile anywhere near Timens.

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Army/Troops:
Round 14: 0 units (Start)
Round 15: 4 units (4 built)
Round 16-18: 4 units (no change)
Round 19: 5 units (+1 round opener)
Round 20: 7 units (+2 round opener)

TPs:
S27 - TP1 [Meat Orbs]
S29 - TP1+TP2 [Hairline Titanium]
T28 - TP1 [Veritus Drones]
T30 - TP1+TP2 [Jump Drives]
T26 - TP1+TP2 [Galactic Wizards]
U27 - TP1+TP2 [Clerk Clerics]
U29 - TP1+TP2 [Warpmetal]

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Name	Effect	Resource Req	Slot
Enhanced Microplating	+1 to battle rolls	Hard Metal	Armor and Shields
Heat Engines	+1 to battle rolls	Fuel	Engines
Universal Translator	+1 to buyouts	Skilled Beings	N/A
Galactic Currency Mint	+1 to buyouts	Precious Metal + any other resource	N/A
Deployable Cloaking Mines	+2 to TactM rolls	Arcana	Stealth, Sabotage, Traps
Trade League	Gain a claim on an adjacent region you have 2 or more TPs in	Electronics	Slot
Advanced Cruisers	-1 to Combat Losses, -1 to Size Losses	"Capital Ship Hulls" and Hard Metal Alloys	Logistics
Capital Ship Hulls	-1 to Combat Losses (Doubles Unit tonnage)	Hard Metal	Logistics
EC Lances	+1 to battle rolls, +1 to enemy combat losses on a victory	"Energy Conversion Weaponry" and Gemstones	Ranged Weapons
EGGRE	+1 to tech theft	Grymlan Farseeker Corps	N/A
Energy Conversion Weaponry	+1 to battle rolls	Arcana OR Fuel	Ranged Weaponry
Energy Distribution	-1 to Distance Loss Rolls	Electronics	Engines
Enhanced Microplating	+1 to battle rolls	Hard Metal	Armor and Shields
F.L.E.X. Security	+1 to defense against theft	Space Knights OR Mounties	N/A
Gestalt Warmind	May assign additional generals to a bttle to grant +2 manuvering rolls for rolls. These generals do not suffer loss rolls unless the force is wiped out	Refreshments	Logistics
Government Supported Markets	Effect	Skilled Labor, Galactic Currency Mint	+2 to stabilize if controlling a TP in the region
H.E.A.T. Engines	+1 to battle rolls	Fuel	Engines
Limited Transporters	Once per round you and another player with the tech may use matching Org bases in your regions as embassies. Both players must have positive rep with the org	Precious Minerals	N/A
Long-Range Advertising Campaigns	Reduces ZOI by one step for defending against buyouts	Broadcasting tech or Novendallin	Slot
Lyraen Elemental Implants	+1 to battle rolls	Arcana	Personal Equipment
Mecha-Guardians	+1 to battle rolls, stabilize on an overwhelm	War Beasts and Guardians	War Machines and Live Weaponry
OVERHEAT Engines	+2 to battle rolls	"HEAT Engines", Fuel	Engines
Planar Grown Turrets	+1 to battle rolls	Parasitic Alloys	Fortifications, Sappers and Planetary Siege Weaponry
Platinum Elite Battlefield Health Services	+2 leader loss for rulers	9-armed surgeons	Medicine, Mad Science, and Blessings
Purse of Silver	+1 to investigations	Precious metals	Slot
Resident Spies	Treat one secret action per turn as if its ZoI was centered on the capital of a Stellar Power you have an embassy with. Target must be Close, Adjacent, or within the capital region	Broadcasting Tech or Spies (resource), One or More Embassies	Slot
Star Galleons	On a great success of a buyout (18) you gain control of a second Open TP if one in the region is available.	"Trade League", Metal	Slot
Sublight Thrusters	+2 to TactM	Fuel	Engines
Targeting Software	+1 to TactM rolls	Hard Metal	Reconissance and Divination
War Beasts	+1 to battle rolls	Fauna	War Machines and Live Weaponry

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The Syndrome Protectorates

Region Q17: Taurina II
Region R16: Celestial Eats
Region R18: Starblight Abyss
Region R20: Excimer Reach
Region R22: Crab Nebula
Region S15: Valtrane
Region S17: The Burrows
Region S19: Stormwrack
Region S21: Heart-Beacons
Region S23: Alitur
Region T14: ???

Overlady Violet-Pale-Feet

Actions Rolls

[Diplomacy] Press Religious Claim on Q19 (GREAT SUCCESS-18)


[Economy]Buyout Excimer Reach (R20) TP 1 for Liquid Fermium (FAIL-9)


[Economy] Buyout Baryshev (P18) TP 1 for Hyper Honey (SUCCESS-13)


[Philosophy] Probe P16 (GREAT SUCCESS-18)


[Philosophy] Convert Q15 to Iteusism (FAIL-11)


[Intrigue] Secret Action (REDACTED-16)
In darkness it hides.
Don the mask or be seen.

Nonactions

Support Conversions of all owned LCs to the Church of Iteus.
Disband two units to keep count at 8
Resist everything else.

Celestia Enterprises Embassy:

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Note: need to remove 5 units worth of ships and reformat units.
Battle-Pod Rapant-Growth
Symbiote Carrier Carcass-Mold
Symbiote Carrier Creeping-Vine
Scout Vessel Fertile-Seed
Scout Vessel Hungry-Maw
Battle-Pod Heart-Guard
Symbiote Carrier Thorn-Coral
Ravager Rending-Claw
Ravager Necrotic-Sting
Alitur Colonial Defense
Command Ship Glorious Dawn
Prison Vessel Grim Destiny
Missile Cruiser Resolute Flame
Hospital Ship Charitable Arms
Corvette Silent Mercy
Corvette Fallen Void
Unity-Fleet 1
Symbiote Carrier Poison-Tongue
Scout Vessel Hunter-Light
Mech Captain Mortret
Mech Knight Trunor
Mech Knight Tinatan
Mech Knight Ektor
Prison Vessel Last Request
Corvette Titan Finger
Unity-Fleet 2
Ravager Icy-Wind
Ravager Blood-Drinker
Mech Knight Garahat
Mech Knight Orein
Missile Cruiser Astral Lance
Bio-Squadron Prime
Symbiote Carrier Army-Stomach
Bio-Captain Hugus
Scout Vessel Wing-Light
Bio-Knight Gotrei
Bio-Knight Arkamtot
Bio-Knight Guntemar
Bio-Knight Antre
Bio-Knight Ote
Bio-Knight Reimont
Bio-Knight Arn
Bio-Knight Renut
Remian Regulars
Stealth Ravager Talons-Open
Gunship Crucesignatis
Gunship Gelidos Conplexibus
Droid Dropship Fulgur Purgatio
Mech-Knight Kei
Mech-Knight Arek
Mech-Knight Urein
Casino Security Detail
Frigate Lucky Seven
Frigate Dead Man's Hand
Combat Saucer Pit Boss
Corvette Blackjack
Corvette Crapshoot
Energy Protectors
Weapons Platform Aleph-Null
Weapons Platform Cantor Set
Weapons Platform Absolute Value
Weapons Platform Arctangent
Weapons Platform Limit Superior
Scholars in Exile
Weapons Platform Riemann Integral
Weapons Platform Cauchy Criterion
Weapons Platform Fundamental Theorem
Weapons Platform Geometric Sequence
Weapons Platform Unit Vector
Second Reclaimed Battle Droids
Droid Dropship Vitam Gladio
Droid Dropship Fulgor Frigus
Droid Dropship Improbus Ille
Droid Dropship Interfectorum Venandi
Excimer Warriors
Lightbringer Ozzex
Lightbringer Karexo
Illuminated One Exkore
Illuminated One Exraoa
Illuminated One Roexak
Illuminated One Akrexoa
Illuminated One Okexa
Illuminated One Exark
Resurrected Immortals
Mindbreaker Thoughtful-Heart
Stealth Ravager Metal-Will
Stealth Ravager Lost-Travel
Scout Vessel Empty-Hunter

Generals
Mech-Admiral Arxur: 8

Resources:
Reformed Takhaun (Q19.2)
Biotumblers (R16.1)
4D Titanium (S19.2)
Genetic Engineers (S21.1)
Refined Kadmium (T18.1, T18.3)
Antispice (T22.1)

Techs:
Berserkers (inactive)
Deployable Cloaking Mines (inactive)
Energy Conversion Weapons (inactive)
Engineered Monstrosities (Active)
Enhanced Microplating (Active)
FLEX Security (inactive)
Galactic Currency Mint (inactive)
Government Supported Markets (inactive)
H.E.A.T. Engines (inactive)
Long Range Advertising (inactive)
Lyraean Elemental Implants (inactive)
Mecha-Guardians (inactive)
Resident Spies (inactive)
Terraformations (Active)
Trade League (inactive)
War Beasts (Active)

Claims:
Q23 (Prior Ownership)
R16 (Owned)
R18 (Owned)
R20 (Owned)
R22 (Owned)
S15 (Owned)
S17 (Owned)
S19 (Owned)
S21 (Owned)
S23 (Owned)
S25 (Diplomatic)
T18 (Prior Ownership)
T22 (Prior Ownership)
U19 (Prior Ownership)

CIs:
The Maiden's Code (secret actions)

Generals:
Mech-Admiral Arxur (8)

Fragments:
Emotional Appeal (+1 to 1 Claim Press / Round)
Shared Objective (+1 to 1 Rep Raise / Round)

Misc. Bonuses:
ZoI reduced by one in and adjacent CmC relays for buyouts (CmC 1)
+1 to theft (WKA 1)
WKA will not steal from you (WKA 2)
+1 to Secret Actions (WKA 3)
+1 to resist secret actions (Iteusism)
2d8 to resist secret actions (Iteusism)
+1 Unit Cap (Paragon Project)

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Overlady Violet-Pale-Feet
Diplomacy: 10
Military: 7
Economy: 3
Philosophy: 8
Intrigue: 9

[Rolepgeek]

The Fated Convocation of the Ordained
Revered Speaker & Fatebearer Masculine-Intimate-Knowledge Allchurch Sea-Breaker
Round 20 - Galactic Dates 217538.0.0.81 - 217540.0.0.80

Actions:

1. [Philosophy] Convert Norduin Starfield (U21) LC from Imperialism to Church of Rust [Rolled=14] Resisted!
   Ordained hopefuls flock to the Norduin Starfield, eager for a chance to prove themselves in philosophical dialogue with members of the newly established Imperialist college, and in the process begin to develop a further understanding of the faith espoused by the Ninurtines. It is only by understanding one's audience that one may truly educate them. Common among them are not merely Rass, but representatives of nearly every race touched by the wisdom of the Churches. The most common Churches adhered to among the various disciples and acolytes arriving in the region include the Church of The Balanced Edge, the Church of the Deepest Dream, and the Church of Newfound Creation, apparently attracted by the co-location of industry and unseized resource extraction opportunities; mind-altering substances and esoteric baseline philosophy; and both respect for and commitment to preserving natural systems, respectively.
   
   
2. [Philosophy] Convert Maturin Sector (U23) LC from Imperialism to Church of Rust [Rolled=20] Successful!
   So too do missionaries, theologians, and scholars from the Ordained Churches arrive in droves in the heart of the Ninurtine Empire, accompanioned by sociologists, archaeologists, and - strangely - bureaucrats. Perhaps the Churches are all too aware of the legal barriers liable to be thrown up in front of any dialectic progress that could otherwise be made. Whatever the case, it appears that the Church of the Highest Tower, the Church of the Blessed Mission, and the Church of Manifest Destiny have all sent members, ready and able to talk their way past any barriers that could prevent them from getting to the roots of the Imperialist faith, discerning both its origins and the appeal it may have - and what insights it may contain as to the nature of the Divine, if any.
   
   Though their physical progress into the Malak system proper is halted relatively quickly by staunchly unmoving officials wearing stern-looking holograms, outposts, colony stations, and ports of trade are much more amenable to receiving these foreigners, and passing along the good news - eventually resulting in a number of students from the University of Nisu taking up the mantle.
   
   
3. [Philosophy] Convert Dalamin Sector (V22) LC from Imperialism to Church of Rust [Rolled=14] Successful!
   Elsewhere on the border between Imperial and Convocation space, the clash of philosophies carries with it a markedly less cheery atmosphere. In the Dalamin sector, the aftermath of the Tyrant's Fall which shattered the Kaynites' previous economic structure is still yet to be resolved - Imperial education systems are well-run once established, but the establishment itself takes time, as all things do in the Empire, and the region's status as territory rather than province has left it low on the priority list for welfare. Meanwhile, the people struggle - some try to regain stability through petty recreations of the prior economic system, criminal gangs led by former gladiator-slaves that are a constant pain for Imperial authorities to root out. And it is in this fertile seabed, where the populace is eager for change, desperate for hope, and hungry for means of improving their conditions, that the Churches sow their seeds. Educators and social workers from the Church of the Illuminant Mind; scarcity preachers and economic consultants from the Church of the Balanced Edge; Forge Knights and Glass Hearts from the Church of the Midnight Torch; even architects and technicians from the Church of the Universal Tutor - all come in the hopes of finding hearts and souls to be molded into something greater than desperate and struggling freedfolk. All come bearing hope, both ideological and material.
   
   
4. [Philosophy] Convert Panuyin Sector (V24) LC from Imperialism to Church of Rust [Rolled=22] Successful!
   On Phi Station, the influx of Convocation contemporary archaeologists, theologicians, and inventor-saints (all of which could be hard to tell apart, if one wasn't familiar with the Churches or their particular means of differentiating various types of knowledge-seekers) is less of a sudden wave and more of a steadily growing stream of rotating personnel eager to learn from the researchers and inhabitants of the station. No concerted efforts appear to be made by specific Church personnel with the aim of turning the colonists towards Church doctrines - in fact, by and large the Convocations guests play the role of model scientific tourists. Perhaps it's just the nature of a local culture built around research, experimentation, and curiosity, then, that results in so many friendly conversations regarding the subject of faith - or maybe it's the fault of the nature of the Churches, and their emphasis on invention, creativity, and discovery as divine acts that steers so many private discussions about research possibilities that direction. Whatever the case, it appears that the majority of an official effort made (by the Church of Unveiled Knowledge and the Church of the Highest Tower, mostly) is in ensuring that all the paperwork is in order, reducing the barriers to entry as much as possible...and perhaps ensuring that those with more interest in the philosophical than the purely material find it that little bit easier to book passage to and from Phi Station freely...
   
   
5. [Philosophy] Convert Ceylan Nebula (T20) LC from Imperialism to Church of Rust [Rolled=24] Successful!
   
   
6. Bonus: [Philosophy] Continue Operation Brilliant Sun 2/5
   The siren song of Iteus may have vanished, but Itea itself yet remains, and the dread that surrounds it is an attraction beyond measure for some. The Knight-Who-Is-Not-Yet-Black has been in orbit around Itea for several years now - but in the absence of clarifying light, the darkness hides what hints may be had as to the works being completed within the hull of the So Below. It is late when, finally, their ship alters course, and dives perilously near the dark star, before, by the accounts of those few prospectors and monitors in the vicinity, triggering their Gravity Latch Drive well beyond safety limits, whilst bathed in the lightless heat of discarded plasma. The only apparent result, beyond the unknown course of the Black Sun Fleet, appears to be the reduction of a single additional frequency from Itea's photographic spectrum.
   
   

[Nonactions]
Rename ? (Mil 7 General) to The-Knight-Who-Is-Not-Yet-Black

FFS Embassy
Exchange Technologies with the Federation of Free Systems:

News & Rumors

• A New Direction for the Ordained:
  The Convocation has Ordained that the Ninurtine Empire, so long their neighbor, is in dire need of spiritual guidance. Their newly proclaimed Imperialist philosophy are but the trappings of tyrants, and they have long held little regard for those they consider inferior, as their continual conquests of neutral territories so clearly reveal.
  
  However, it must be said that the Convocation did not come to this conclusion wholly independently. Indeed, it is only thanks to groundbreaking divination techniques, pioneered by Saint Masculine-Divine-Love UnStudied Blackthroat of Two and Six-and-Twelve Dozen Exultations - their revolutionary Fate Engine enables oracular miracles of an accuracy never before seen - though even now, the toll it takes on those who must bear the burden of Fate is clear from the Convocation's own beloved Revered Speaker. Nonetheless, it is through these and other methods that the Convocation interprets the words relayed to them by the chosen of the Revered Ones, already nicknamed the 'GodsChoir' by many media outlets through Convocation space. The Fated Convocation is still adapting to their understanding of the gods being delivered no longer by but a single voice, but a multitude - yet still, the Revered Speaker, once the God-Speaker, is placed in a position of prominence - in part now by the installation of a Fate Engine to enable them to further the will of the Gods through direct interface, but also because they remain the only being to which all the Revered Ones permit unfettered access.
• Memories Of Sophontarian Aid & Itean Horrors: The memory of the aid rendered by their allies in the Star League during the occupation of Itean, and the terrors witnessed there, shall not fade so easily...
• In The Time of Revelations:
• In The Light of a Black Sun, shadows spread like oil. Take care to burn slowly, children.
• Words of Reverence: Damnos's wisdom is great, but it shall take time to decipher it's meaning - the words of the Revered Ones are many-faceted, even once their meaning is uncovered.
• The Burden of Fate:

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Reg. Name	ID	Res. Name	Res. Type	TP 1	TP 2	TP 3	Learning Center	Assembly	Status	Resource Req.	Other
Origin's End	V20	Salvage Technicians	Skilled Beings	FCO	Open	Open	Church of Rust	Church of Rust	Stable	Offworld Relics	Capital
Oǎm	V18	Masterwork Jewelry	Precious Mineral	DNM	X	X	Church of Rust	None	Rebellion - 2 Units	None	Wormhole (D32)
Dae	W21	Sun Speakers	Fuel, Arcana	Open	Open	X	Sun Cult	None	Stable	None	-
Sanctum	U17	Otherways Particles	Arcana	FCO	DNM	NUT	Church of Rust	None	Stable	Skilled Beings	-
Donjardin	X20	Tooz Daises	Flora	Open	Open	Open	Church of Rust	None	Stable	None	-
Good-Odds	U19	Casinos	Flora	Open	Open	Open	Church of Rust	None	Stable	None	-

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Region	ID	Resource	Type	TPs
Origin's End	V20	Salvage Technicians	Skilled Beings	TP 1
Sanctum	U17	Otherways Particles	Arcana	TP 1
?	Y17	Undefined	?	TP 1
Gardens of Leira	W13	Solar Sapphires	Precious Minerals	TP 1

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Name	Effect	Slot	Requirements
Capital Ship Hulls	-1 to Combat Losses, 2x Unit Tonnage	Logistics	Hard Metal
Deployable Cloaking Mines	+2 to Tactical Maneuvering Rolls	Stealth, Sabotage, and Traps	Arcana
Energy Conversion Weaponry	+1 to Battle Rolls	Ranged Weapons	Arcana
Energy Distribution	-1 to Distance Loss Rolls	Engines	Electronics
Enhanced Microplating	+1 to Battle Rolls	Armor and Shields	Hard Metal
Gestalt Warmind	Extra generals in battle each give +2 to Tac. Maneuvering and don't suffer loss rolls unless army wipes.	Logistics	Refreshments
H.E.A.T. Engines	+1 to Battle Rolls	Engines	Fuel
Improved Generalship	If general wins twice in a row, General gets +1 Mil	Logistics	2x Luxury Goods
Scout Chassis	+2 to Tactical Maneuvering Rolls, +1 to battle roll if enemy TacDoc resisted	Reconnaissance & Divination	Sublight Thrusters Tech ,Fuel, Mirror Steel
Sublight Thrusters	+2 to Tactical Maneuvering Rolls	Engines	Fuel
War Beasts	+1 to Battle Rolls	Warmachines and Live Weaponry	Fauna

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Name	Effect	Requirements
E.G.G.R.E.	+1 to Tech Theft	Grymlan Farseeker Corps
F.L.E.X. Security	+1 to Resist Theft	Space Knights
Galactic Currency Mint	+1 to Buyouts	Precious Mineral, Another Resource
Limited Transporters	1/round, treat as having Embassy w/player w/matching Org base w/positive Rep	Precious Minerals
Long Range Advertising Campaigns	Reduces ZoI penalties to Resist Buyouts by 1 step	Broadcasting Tech
Resident Spies	1/round, Secret Action with ZoI centered on capital of player w/Embassy	Spies or Broadcasting Tech
Trade League	Grants Claims on Adjacent unowned regions you control 2 TPs in	Electronics
Universal Translator	+1 to Buyouts	Skilled Beings

Cultural Identities
Temporary: Salvage Rites: Increased die size on Theft actions.
Permanent: Diverse Doctrine: Increased die size on Conversion actions.

Tactical Doctrines
Temporary: Alpha-Omega Strike: On a Successful Tactical Roll, FCO size loss rolls result in lost units on rolls of 1 or 2 instead of just on 1; enemy makes an extra Distance Loss Roll per each size loss roll on friendly side of battle. If these distance loss rolls would reduce enemy force to zero remaining units before the battle, they reduce enemy force to one unit instead.

Generals:
Sorren Caxton Elien – Mil8 – received from Dawnstar Dominion [DSD] --- (originally Prator Qain, received from NAH)
? - Mil7 --- (originally Sorren Caxton Elien, received from DSD)

Units: 9/9
Alpha Fleet – [4/4 Units]

• Inquisit [1x Inquisit II-class Armored Slaghulk w/ 2x Portent-class Recon. Drone]
• Repose; Rebuttal [2x Repose-class Missile Coaster w/ 4x Descry-class Forward Observation Drone]
• Adversity; Tribulations; Terrible Ordeal; Travailer [4x Adversity-class Rifters]
• River King II; Greenflow; Longbend; Brightbed; Beastwall [5x River King-class Custodian-Wreckers]
• Dispute; Discourse; Debate; Dissent; Discord… [7x Dispute-class Custodian-Escorts]
• Analemma; First Inclination; Armillary Race… [11x Analemma-class Star Scow]
• Transitive Ephemeris; Copious Librations; Battle's Zenith... [11x Analemma-class Star Scow]
• Tenebrous; Caligine; [2x Shade-class Deepwrecker]
• Coraline [1x Coraline-class Reefhulk w/ 24x Whiteray-class Strike Rigs & 18x Blackshell Interdiction Drones]
• Noblesse Oblige [1x Devoir-class Outrigger w/ 5x Tenue-class Heavy Assault Rigs]
• Errant; Enclume; Excédentaire [3x Serment-class Light Outrigger w/ 9x Tenue-class Heavy Assault Rigs]
• Final; Phantasmagoric; Fainting, Fallacious [4x Fantasy-class Drone Barge w/ 1000x Fanta Black-class Light Attack Drone]

Omega Fleet – [4/4 Units]

• Scrutiny [1x Inquisit II-class Armored Slaghulk w/ 2x Portent-class Recon. Drone]
• Respite; Restitution [2x Repose-class Missile Coasters w/ 4x Descry-class Forward Observation Drone]
• Lethal Irritation; Instant Crisis; Post-Traumatic Disposition; Tragic Beginnings; Grief: Stage Zero… [7x Adversity-class Rifters]
• Stonebanks; Northfoam; Knifewater; Iceway; Leaf Slapper [5x River King-class Custodian-Wreckers]
• Decision; Defense; Detest; Defeat; Dilemma... [9x Dispute-class Custodian-Escorts]
• Transitive Ephemeris; Copious Librations; Battle's Zenith... [11x Analemma-class Star Scow]
• Sombrous; Sable; Stygian [3x Shade-class Deepwrecker]
• Pearlescent [1x Coraline-class Reefhulk w/ 24x Whiteray-class Strike Rigs & 18x Blackshell Interdiction Drones]
• Without Appeal [1x Conviction-class Wastehulk w/ Carried craft complement of 450+]
• Noblesse Commune [1x Devoir-class Outrigger w/ 5x Tenue-class Heavy Assault Rigs]
• Dévouement; Promis; Assermenté [3x Serment-class Light Outrigger w/ 3x Tenue-class Heavy Assault Rigs]
• Farthest; Furious [2x Fantasy-class Drone Barge w/ 500x Fanta Black-class Light Attack Drone]

The Black Sun Fleet – [1/1 Unit]

• So Below [1x Calice-class Overhulk]
• Incalcination; Aegis Alembic; Mortar and Pistol; Primitive Matters [4x Quest-class Light Coasters]

Spoiler: The Fallen, The Wayward, and The Retired

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• Not Your Day [1x Payday-class Spoilhulk w/ 4x Conversation-class Breach Divers] - [Dispatched to UNN/CEL warzone and contract released]
• Unlucky Break; Five Lives Left; Gambler's Fallacy [3x Last Chance-class Deeprifter] - [3x Dispatched to UNN/CEL warzone and contract released]
• Catwalk; All That Glitters; Runway Bandit; Showstopper; Glitterbomb… [8x Heartbreaker-class Custodian-Rifter] - [6x Dispatched to UNN/CEL warzone and contract released] [2x Scrapped after heavy damage]
• Endfalls [1x River King-class Custodian-Wrecker] - [1x Crashed and deemed irrecoverable after interference]
• Distress, Discourse, Dispense; Defuse; Denial [5x Dispute-class Custodian-Escorts] - [3x Converted to stations after heavy damage] [2x Scrapped after heavy damage]
• Fundamentally Traumatic; Witness to Tragedy [2x Adversity-class Rifters] - [2x Reconstructed after significant damage]

Fragments:
Unseen Machinations: Once per round, reduce ZoI on Intrigue roll by half.
Loud Discourse: Once per round, get +1 to Combat Roll.
Library of Secrets: New Leader gains +1 to Intrigue on stat generation roll.

Converts:
Sanctum
Technocratic Caliphate->Dept. of Technological Innovation
Sunbream Confederacy
The Duenem
Federation of Free Systems
Guild-Empire of Nyx

Church of Rust Learning Center Bonuses:
5-Count: +1 to Conversion Actions
10-Count: Rapid Rediscovery: Increased die size when Investigating
20-Count: +1 to Thefts/Raids, +1 to Defend against Thefts/Raids in a region with a CoR Assembly

Embassies
Federation of Free Systems
Kombuch Collective
Kryptid Civil War
Sunbream Confederacy

Spoiler: FCO Ship Classification System

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• Custodian-type vessels are those which best serve a role in the defense and protection of other vessels, whether by picking off small hostile craft or projectiles or by engaging in actions that larger vessels would have more difficulty with; these ships are typically smaller in size and carry weaponry built to engage similarly sized vessels or smaller.
• Wrecker-type vessels are those which are built to swiftly inflict damage far in excess of their own size, and often rely on an excellent offensive armament or support from other voidships to avoid being destroyed themselves.
• Coaster-type vessels are those which are intended to operate for long periods of time on their own, on patrol or long-distance missions, with sufficient defensive capabilities, armament, and speed to defeat or escape most threats. Coasters are still more than capable of contributing to full fleet engagements, however, and often serve very well as both vanguard and reinforcing element, thanks to their strength and balance.
• Rifter-type vessels are those meant to disrupt enemy organization, place directed pressure on enemy formations, and perhaps most significantly, carry spinal weaponry capable of devastating hostile elements caught in their firing line. During fleet engagements, Rifters are typically put to best effect either by using the threat of their weaponry to break up enemy formations and isolate elements, which can then be defeated in detail, or as a means of delivering the killing blow to vessels which have been herded into killzones by other ships.
• The Hulk-type is usually used in conjunction with another descriptor type, as it is largely used to denote the size and concentrated force of a vessel; currently, it is used to refer to ships massing more than 450 kilotonnes. As the baseline systems necessary to maintain technological parity increase average ship sizes, however, the size designations this refers to is almost certain to be subject to change.
• Rigs and Drones serve largely the same role, the difference between the two consisting almost entirely of whether the ships are crewed internally, or by Ordained Intelligences or remote operators. These vessels most commonly lack independent FTL capacity or the resources to manage sustained deployment.
• Outriggers, Drone Barges, and Reef Beds likewise refer to vessels with similar purposes – the provisioning, maintenance, and transport of Rigs, Drones, or both, respectively. The versatility Reef Beds have in this respect is most commonly due to having partially internal hangars, allowing them to provide a greater level of support to their carried craft, compared to the external attachment points typically present on Outriggers or Drone Barges.
• Scrapper and Slagger-type vessels refer to built to both endure and inflict heavy punishment, particularly during large fleet engagements, where their relatively low maneuverability and vulnerability to smaller craft can be compensated for. Scrappers are vessels whose primary armament is based on kinetic or explosive weaponry, while Slaggers are those with a more energy focused armament, such as high-intensity lasers, anti-particle beams, or quantum entanglement detonator beams, more commonly abbreviated as Q-beams.
• Hunters and Deepships serve matching strategic purposes, to an extent, albeit in different ways. Deepships will typically raid enemy logistics vessels and foster paranoia by striking deep within the opposition’s controlled space, making use of surprise, numbers, and speed to strike their targets decisively and leave before hostile reinforcements can arrive; this can also be performed by leaving self-targeting weaponry along frequently traveled routes. Hunters, meanwhile, are well suited to seeking out and destroying pirates, raiders, and isolated enemy elements, often being equipped with an impressive suite of sensors and noisecutters to push through the countermeasures of their targets.
• Wastelayer-type vessels are considered to be those dedicated to the invasion of planets and destruction of stationary hardened targets, providing fire support, oversight, and logistical support to efforts aimed at occupation of planetary surfaces and stations.
• Crasher-type vessels are those specialized for indirect warfare, especially mystical, psychic, and technological warfare - destabilizing enemy defense networks, overwhelming sensor arrays, debilitating crews and converting OIs. Crashers rarely carry significant direct weaponry, and some can be effectively converted to appear to be non-military vessels.

Spoiler: Churches & Individuals of Import - WIP

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• The Living Reliquary Grace-Which-Is-Beauty's-Sustenance a.k.a. 'Grace' [Ancient Automata; Bodyguard; Ageless Representative of the Revered Speaker and FCO]
• Vigilant-Admiral Sorren Caxton Elien [Dasari; General; Chosen of Zkiel, the Most Vigilant] - The Vigilkeeper
• Saint Masculine-Divine-Love UnStudied Blackthroat of Two and Six-and-Twelve Dozen Exultations [Rass; Inventor-Saint; Chosen of Arkeesaya, the Most Diligent; prominent member of the Church of Unveiled Knowledge] - The Dues-Lender
• Administrator-Secretary Citrinitas Aernaeum [Sanctified; Gold Caste; Chosen of AMSAE, the Most Direct; technically Independent, but closely tied to Church of the Universal Tutor] - The High Director
• Those-Who-Wait [???; Chosen of Mshrs, the Most Patient; ?????] - The Stoic
• First Void Speaker Cold Storm Rider [Sun Speaker; Void Speaker; dignitary from Dae's Sun]
• Masculine-Royal-Protector DreamDiver AgeGloryHill [Rass; Star-Captain; self-proclaimed representative of the Church of the Deepest Dream]
• Feminine-Messenger BlackLit of Three and Twelve Enlightenments [Rass; Star-Captain; leader of the Church of the Midnight Torch; friends with WWE Chief Deputy Echo Umberto]
• The Knight-Who-Is-Not-Yet-Black [Near-Human?; BlackLit Knight; Leader of the Black Sun Fleet]

Spoiler: Revered Status

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Reverence	Condition	Status
Damnos, the Most Wise	Minimally Repaired	Functional
Arkeesaya, the Most Diligent	Minimally Repaired	Functional
Pravactdiss, the Most Just	Minimally Repaired	Functional
Mshrs, the Most Patient	Minimally Repaired	Functional
Bamiroh, the Most Silent	Maintained With Difficulty	Silent
Zkiel, the Most Vigilant	Minimally Repaired	Functional
Rhigas Don, the Most Curious	Partially Repaired	Semi-Operational
AMSAE, the Most Direct	Minimal Damage	Partial Capacity

Spoiler: Ruler Information

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Current Stats
Diplomacy 5
Military 3
Economy 1
Philosophy 10
Intrigue 8

New Ruler Next Round?
No

Expected New Ruler Stats:

Expected Stat Bonuses:
None

Spoiler: Saved For Later

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[*][Intrigue]Begin work on a research facility in Itea (T16), in cooperation with the Syndrome (Intrigue Station 1/7)
Given the scale of the tragedy and the demand for answers by both nations, the diplomatic arm of the Federated Churches reach out to entreat with the Syndrome Protectorates regarding the construction of a shared network of observatories, remote laboratories, and monitoring stations throughout the Itean system. Accompanying these would be facilities to support indefinite habitation both on- and off-planet - entertainment and psychological support principal among these, given the dread that permeates the system; security measures to ensure the safety of the inhabitants given what previously took place in the system (as well as such could be, anyway); and a suitable arrangement for coordinating administration efforts satisfactorily for all parties. As a show of good faith that some would call prudency should such negotiations fail, the Federated Churches have already dispatched multiple recovery scaffolds, most commonly used to salvage orbital shipwrecks, to begin work on the first foundations for the construction to come.

[SquirrelWizard]

Combine Interstellar League

Vassal to the Lyraen Technocratic Empire
Round 20
Regions: M31, N30, N32, O31, P30
High Coordinator Flash Starshine
Diplomacy: 10
Military: 8
Economy: 6
Philosophy: 10
Intrigue: 8

New Leader Next Round

Spoiler: Next Leader

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Luna Starshine
Diplomacy: 4 (2+2)
Military: 4 (2+2)
Economy: 5 (4+1)
Philosophy: 5 (3+2)
Intrigue: 4 (2+2)

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• [Military] Raise Unit - Grymlans roll out a new fleet in cooperation with the Ori. It is a learning experience as the Ori's traditional ships are retrofitted and "improved" by the excitable Grymlans, ruffling some feathers in the process. Begrudgingly the Ori have come to accept the Grymlan's changes after marked improvements were discovered among Dark-ship Fleet Glitter-Wing.
• [Military] Raise Unit - Receiving a strange request to pilot a fleet of its own. OwO and the Grymlans work with Harb on integrating a hull with the fungal material creating Dark-Ship fleet Harb that, to those unaware, seems entirely automated.
• [Philosophy] Convert P30 from Open to OwO: [18] In an effort to help the Ori's integration into the Galactic community, the Combine brings in an OwO hub to give the Ori access to UwU. Though standoffish at first, the Ori warm up after finding their niche, which ends up being on the military theory side of UwU.
• [Philosophy] Wormhole between N30 and K21 [8]
• [Intrigue] Investigate the source of the Same update using captured SAME core (2d6+8): [20] - The revelation that the SAME managed to upgrade their coding to prevent outside ideologies from manipulating their cores came as a surprise to OwO and their Techies. All prior interactions and studies had revealed a strong sense of superiority among the cores. This absolute desire to be the sole iteration of the SAME would suggest that any attempt for them to cooperate and change their code would be met with hostility and suspicion. Yet, indeed, their code was changed. A theory on UwU is that there is some Ur-SAME that has admin access to push out updates that are accepted by all SAME, or at least some entity fulfilling this admin position. Techies review the SAME code in an effort to find these updates and see if they cannot identify what key was used to signify the update as legitimate. The discovery of a master admin would be interesting, but ultimately OwO hopes to discover a method of hacking, or at least injecting code, into the SAME and getting around their defenses.
• [Intrigue] Secret [22]

Non-Actions


Resistances

• Resist nonsupported buyouts/raids/conversions

Embassys and Diplomatic Representatives

• Dipanan Embassy *DEFUNCT*
  
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• Duenem Embassy
  
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• Lyrean Embassy
  
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• Dynasty (TFT) Embassy
  
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• Vassalized to Lyrae and part of LTE
• Enclaves
  
  Spoiler: Immigration

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  • Mutual Immigration
    DNM
    TZH
    CEL
    TFT
    FFS
    RGH
    LSD
    DNF
    UNN
    KBC
    UPT
    TUE
    
    Incoming Immigration only
    DPN

  
  
  
  

News and Rumors

• Spoiler: Combine Corporations

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  Corporations of the Combine
  
  The government of the Grymlan Combine consists of several corporations that both coordinate with, and against, each other in deciding how the efforts of the Grymlan people are applied. The Corporations are patrons and financial backers to research, production, and distribution groups typically within a certain field of Grymlan life and their internal structure represents the same general structure of the Combine at large.
  
  As such, Leadership among the Grymlans is based on election, with canidates chosen both on their stance with the individual corporation and the needs of the Grymlan people as a whole. Unsurprisingly, corruption is not uncommon among Grymlans leaders. Corruption is expected by the general populace as long as it has reasonable limits. Leaders are expected to have their own personal projects they're working on as long as they meet the needs of the Grymlan people. Given the inquisitive nature of Grymlans as a whole, an the high profile nature of the leadership, Grymlan politicians tend to have Cat and Mouse games between themselves that the populace tends to keep abreast of as a form of entertainment. Should such a leader be deemed insufficent, whether by incompetence, corruption, or changing needs of the people, they can be voted out of their position by the Corporations under them (though the state in which they are voted out might dictate the terms of their severance).
  
  Some Corporations of the Combine.
  

  • Foodstuff Solutions: Headed by Abrigal Dirtpaw, Foodstuff Solutions represents many agricultural interests in the Combine. Their farms provide food to feed the Grymlan people as well as providing other materials to the other Corporations. Their labs work to improve existing crops while at the same time they are always on the look out for new potential products to grow and experiment with.
  • Max Zappyzap Projections: Lead by Dhaka Sparkthrower, Max Zappyzap Projections is the closest thing the Grymlans have to a security Corporation. In prior years they were an arms manufacturer who designed energy casters for Grymlan ships to protect them against space debris. They also did research into high energy release weapons that largely went unused (I mean of course you gotta set one off just to make sure it works, we didn't need that asteroid anyways) but did result in research with Arclight Power that provided the primary fission reactors that provide power to the Grymlan's cities and ships. Nowadays they serve as one of the military minded corporations expanding the Grymlan's knowledge of tactics and equipment as they are exposed to new races.
  • Arclight Power: Lead by Dayton Voltzap, Arclight Power serves the Grymlan's ever-growing need for power. They are the formost researchers in high energy fields and often looking for new elements or ways to use them alongside Max Zappyzap Projections.
  • Fluffyshine Grooming: Headed by Celise Dyedye, Fluffyshine Grooming provides cosmetics and grooming supplies to the Grymlans. Proper grooming, especially of their tails, is considered a necessity by the Grymlan populace. In addition Grymlans enjoy expressing themselves in a wide array of colors both in clothing and hair dye. Fluffyshine Grooming is the leader in what is new and chic by melding technology with fashion.
  • Farseeker Enterprise: Lead by Trevan Longhaul, Farseeker Enterprise focuses not only on exploratory sensors and shipping, but they also serve the Grymlan Combine with transporting goods between population centers. While they were not the designers of the Darkship concept, they have been diligently improving it, focusing on the ships abilities to operate on long haul deployments and improving on thruster designs.
  • Infrastructure Craftmakers: Lead by Bruk Dynacraft, Infrastructure Craftmakers maintains the infrastructure of Grymlan life whether it be the heat resistant domes of Wratheye or the various space stations orbiting the Cloudysea expanse. They support endeavors to build faster, cheaper, and more adaptable among hostile environments.
  • Truthytruth Communications: Lead by Leelee Sweettounge, Truthytruth Communications deals with data and communications between the Grymlan people and works alongside OwO, and they also host many news and entertainment channels.
  • Feelgood Incorporated: Lead by Vera Tailsnug, Feelgood Incorperated serves the healthcare needs of the Grymlans. The work to constantly push the boundaries of medicine and scientific enhancement.
  • Fringe Science Go!: Headed by Wexel Weirdlight, Fringe Sceince Go! explores theoretical scientific fields such as magic and psionics. With the introduction of aliens with these abilities they have seen a resurgence as of late.
  • Advanced Integrated Dynamics: A recent addition to the Combine, CCI acts as a military corporation specializing in theoretical and prototype designs created from the incorporation, and abuse of, alien tech. Led by Leelee Buildfast.

  
  

Spoiler: Stats and Mechanics

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Spoiler: Trade Posts/LCs

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Trade Posts

Regional TPs and LCs

Region Name	Region #	TP 1	TP 2	TP 3	Produces	LC 1	LC 2 (Assembly)	Special	Other
Harb-Cloud	M31	Open	Open	XXX	Aerobic Sludge	OwO	XXX
CloudySea	N30	OwO	NYX	Open	Grymlan Farseeker Corps	OwO	OwO
Dregisles	N32	Open	Open	XXX	Guns	OwO	XXX
Symbio-Storm	O31	Open	Open	XXX	Symbio Hyper Gigawatt Batteries	OwO	XXX
Urdak	P30	OwO	Open	XXX	Oricalcum	Open	XXX

• Owned TPs: 4
• Diluted Dark Energy (Q13, 3)
• Grymlan Farseeker Corps (N30, 1)
• Oricalcum (P30, 1)
• Voidsone (K3, 3)
  

Spoiler: Tech, Identity and Projects

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Technologies

• General
  (9)Essential Grymlan’s Guide to Reverse Engineering [Grymlan Farseeker Corps] - +1 to Tech Theft
  (8)F.L.E.X. Security [Space Knights or Mounties] - +1 resist theft.
  (20)Galactic Currency Mint [Precious Minerals, Any] - Buyouts get +1
  (20)Government Supported Markets ["Galactic Currency Mint," Skilled Labor] - +2 to stabilize if controlling a TP in the region
  (20)Limited Transporters [Precious Metals] - Once per round, you and another player with the tech may use matching Org bases in your regions as if it was an embassy. Both players must have positive rep with that org
  (8)Long-Range Advertising Campaigns [Broadcasting Tech] - Reduce ZoI by 1 step for buyout defense
  (20)Purse of Silver [Precious Metals] - +1 to Investigations
  (8)Resident Spies [Broadcasting Tech or Spies (Resource), One or More Embassies] - Treat one Secret Action as originating from Power you have an embassy with for ZoI purposes, must be Close or nearer to new origin.
  (8)Trade League [Electronics] - Owned 2 TPs in adjacent region grants claim on region.
  (20)Universal Translator [Skilled Beings] - +1 to Buyouts
  
  Military
  <Personnel Armament>
  (20)Lyraen Elemental Implants [Arcana] - Battle Rolls get +1
  <Ranged Weaponry>
  (20)EC Lances ["Energy Conversion Weaponry," Gemstones] - +1 to battle rolls, +1 to enemy combat losses on victory
  (12)Energy Conversion Weaponry [Arcana or Fuel] - +1 Battle Rolls
  <Armor and Shields>
  (10)Enhanced Microplating [Hard Metal] - +1 Battle Rolls
  <Engines>
  (20)Energy Distribution [Electronics] - -1 to Distance Loss Rolls
  (12)H.E.A.T. Engines [Fuel] - +1 Battle Rolls
  (20)OVERHEAT Engines ["H.E.A.T. Engines," Fuel] - +2 Battle Rolls
  (18)Sublight Thrusters [Fuel] - '+2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
  <Warmachines and Live Weaponry>
  (20)Berserkers ["War Beasts", Hyper Honey] - Battle Rolls get +1, reduce overwhelm threshold by 2
  (20)Mecha-Guardians ["Warbeasts," Guardians] - Battle Rolls get +1, stabilize on overwhelm
  (20)Warbeasts [Fauna] - Battle Rolls get +1
  <Logistics>
  (20)Advanced Cruisers ["Capital Ship Hulls", Hard Metals] - -1 to Combat Losses, -1 to Size Losses
  (20)Capital Ship Hulls [Hard Metal] - -1 to Combat Losses (Doubles unit tonnage)
  (20)Gestalt Warmind [Refreshments] - Additional generals can be assigned to a battle and grant a +2 bonus to maneuvering rolls for each. These generals do not suffer loss rolls unless the force is wiped out.
  <Medicine, Mad Science, and Blessings>
  (20)Platinum Elite Battlefield Healthcare Services [9-Armed Surgeons] - +2 leader loss for rulers
  <Reconnaissance and Divination>
  (18)Scout Chasis [Fuel, Mirror Steel or Oricalcum, "Sublight Thrusters"] - +2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls, +1 to battle roll if you resist the opponent's tactical doctrine
  (20)Targeting Software [Hard Metal] - +1 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
  <Stealth, Sabotage, and Traps>
  (20)Coup de Grace [Skilled Beings] - On overwhelm, -3 opposing leader loss roll
  (20)Deployable Cloaking Mines [Arcana] - +2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
  <Fortifications, Sappers, and Planetary Siege Weaponry>
  (20)Planar Grown Turrets [Parasitic Alloy] - Battle Rolls get +1

Organization Relations

• CpC 1
• CmC 3

Identities, Tactical Doctrines, Miracles and Caller Fragments

• (Temp-CI) Specailized Public Wantneed Fixrig Strategies - 2d8 resolving unrest
• (Temp-TD) High-Intensity Max-Entropy Think-Planning - Negate effects of Enemy Tactical Doctrines with successful Tactics roll.

Spoiler: (Miracle)Applied Theoretical Max-Energy Unstable Space-Punch Travel-Gates

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Once per round, Faith Head may spend a Philosophy action, and rolls 2d6 with no bonus to die roll. At max, one wormhole may be opened in this fashion at a time, and no further attempts to open wormholes can be made until the currently open wormhole expires if one exists.

• 2: GM's Choice! (Something happens, probably not good, you find out during the opener)
• 3-5: Nothing happens
• 6: A wormhole between two OwO Assemblies is established, lasting (2) rounds, and both regions are in unrest because of the explosion
• 7: A wormhole between two OwO Assemblies is established, lasting (2) rounds
• 8-9: A wormhole between two OwO Assemblies is established, lasting (3) rounds
• 10: A resource in the region an OwO Assembly is in is increased, as though an Econ 5 (Upgrade Resource Quantity) was used on it. Ownership of the TP goes to the owner of the region with the Assembly. If all regions with Assemblies are already at [Great], nothing happens.
• 11: A member of the wormhole team is blasted with particles, and has a new idea. An Econ 5 (Adapt Technology) may be used next round, and does not expend the Leader's Economy 5 Special Action.
• 12: GM's Choice! (Something happens, probably good, you find out during the opener)

Projects

• N30 CmC Relay (3/3)
• N32 Core Containment Incorporated base (3/3) (Now AID base)
• N32 Explodium FU-32 Prototype Overcharged Hyperweave Far-Caster (5/5) (Previously Brightlight)
• Wormhole Research 5/5

Spoiler: Miltary

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Military Units

• Active Military Units: 3
• Darkship Fleet Darks-Seer: Drawing upon the newly inducted Lopurna, Darkship Fleet Dark-Seer has several cruiser class ships created in a melding of Grymlan and Lopurna designs supported by Grymlan Zippyzap fighter craft. The The cruisers have several rapid fire zapcaster turrets dedicated to point defense and fighter denial systems, there are several crystaline emitter strips that run the lengths of the ship allowing the Lopurna crew to lash out with deadly psionic energy lances in lieu of the heavy zap cannons found on other Grymlan based warships.
• Aetherweave Assault Corps: Those Lopurna trained to act as soldiers train their psionic abilities to enhance their physical capabilities, moving with preternatural grace, strength, and precision. As situations call for it, small communions can be levied to increase their capabilities such as against hardened targets or evading detection.
• Ori Honor Guard - Earned through integration. (description pending)
  Memorial Wall
• Darkship Fleet Novabloom: To replace Darkship Shinystar, Grymlan engineers work on an updated Darkship Design that incorperates a greater number of smaller ships, each heavily armed with Deathbloom missile launchers and enhanced engines. Where previous iterations of darkship fleets focused on a slow, steady, approach to combat, Darkship Fleet NovaBloom represents the application of prototype explosive tech and changing ideas on approaches to naval doctrines.

Spoiler: Stat Increases

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10/19 Diplomacy: 10
12/X Military:8
19/X Economic: 6
13/15 Philosophy:10
13/X Intrigue: 8

Luna Starshine
X/X Diplomacy: 4
X/X Military: 4+1
X/X Economy: 5
X/X Philosophy: 5+1
X/X Intrigue: 4+1

[PepperP.]

Galactic Droccen Imperium
Capital Region G19
Colonial Regions F18, H18, G21, G17, H20, F20, H22, I21, I17, I19, J18, K17, J16, K15
Vassals
CWZ, WWE, KNV

Empress Mika Ren
Diplomacy 10
Military 7
Economy 4
Philosophy 3
Intrigue 5

Round 20 Actions
1.[Diplomacy]Stabilize K17 21
2.[Diplomacy]Stabilize J18 15
3.[Military]Raise 1 Unit.
4.[Military]Raise 1 Unit.
5.[Military]Raise 1 Unit.
6.[Intrigue]Investigate Source Knight 11. 10
7.[Intrigue]Secret

Embassy Actions

• Rocthurhi
• Vilari Sodality
• Conclave of the Black Sun (TUE)
• Mier Formica
• KNV
• UOS
• NIN

Non-actions

• Resist unauthorized conversions with Tezh phi score (10) and Requires Verification CI (Increased Die to resist conversions) Assembly in the Capital.
• Support Conversions by TZH and WWE
• Support all buyouts and claims by the CWZ, WWE, KNV.

News and Rumors

• To Come

Stat Increases
+1 Mil, +1 Int

[Tychris1]

Chief Deputy Warden Echo Umberto

Actions:
1) [MILITARY] Invade L16 with 8 WWE units and 4 CPC Units lead by Echo Umberto using Source Swords, Microplate Armor, Advanced Cruisers
2) [PHILOSOPHY] Convert K15
3) [PHILOSOPHY] Convert P20
4) [PHILOSOPHY] Convert P22
5) [PHILOSOPHY] Convert Q21
6) [PHILOSOPHY] Convert L12
Rolls

Non-Actions:
Resist all Buyouts and Conversions

News and Rumors:

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Diplomacy 3
Military 10
Economy 1
Philosophy 10
Intrigue 10

Expected Bonuses:
Embassies with: CEL, KNV, GLR

Fragments: Passionate Dispute, Library of War, Stubborn Adherence, Forceful Propoganda
Assembly Guarding: Library of War

Vassal: KNV

Liege: DCC

Military: Capital Ship Hulls, War Beasts, Energy Conversion Weaponry, EC Lances, Lyraen Elemental Implants, Enhanced Microplating, HEAT Engines, Gestalt Warmind, Platinum Elite Battlefield Health Services, Planar Grown Turrets, Targeting Arrays, Deployable Cloaking Devices, Advanced Cruisers, Sublight Engines, Energy Distribution, Laser Lance Brigades, Mecha-Guardians, Source Swords
Economy: EGGRE, Limited Transporters, Trade League, Currency Mints, FLEX Security, Long Range Advertising, Resident Spies

Opposing All Buyouts and Conversions not explicitly supported

Cultural Identity: None

Tactical Doctrine: Bending Light Technique

Units: 8

[Moriko]

Mier Formica
Sectors:G7, H6, H8, H10, H12, I7, I9, I11, J8, J10, J12, K9, K11, L8(C), M9, N8

Round 20 Actions:

1. [Military] Invade O7 with 3 unit, Marabunta leading, using warbeast tech and the Balancing tac doc (+14 to combat and +1 to tac dc roll from hunter lodge)

2. [Diplomacy] Stabilise I9

3. [Diplomacy] Stabilise K11

4. [Military] Raise Unit

5. [Military] Raise Unit

6. [Military] Raise Unit

7. [Military] Raise Unit

Non Actions:

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• Embassy with the Droccen empire
• Embassy with the The Vilari Star League
• Embassy with the Djinye National Front
• Peace treaty with the Droccen empire
• Peace treaty with The Harmony
• Peace treaty with The Ndoda
• Defensive Alliance with The Kronin
• Djinye National Front is a vassal

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Casaleia Mier:

Diplomacy: 9 +1
Military: 9 +1
Economy: 3
Philosophy: 3
Intrigue: 2

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Region	Trade Post Slot	Resource	Category
G27	2	Androids	Electronics, Skilled Beings
H8	1	Giga Shrimp	Fauna
H24	2	Daytime Whiskey	??
H28	3	Yeather	Crops and Spices, Flora
I7	1	Fluorescent Algae	Flora
I9	1	Sap Tree	Flora
I9	2	Sap Tree	Flora

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Name	Ships	Weapons
Ant Swarm	A cruiser surrounded by several squadrons of fighters	Small Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns
Ant annihilation	One Titan class ship	A titanic energy discharge weapon and small energy discharge guns
Ant Swarm	A cruiser surrounded by several squadrons of fighters	Small Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns
Ant Swarm	A cruiser surrounded by several squadrons of fighters	Small Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns
Ant Swarm	A cruiser surrounded by several squadrons of fighters	Small Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns
Ant Blockade	Five cruisers	Large Energy discharge guns

Generals

Name	Military Stat
Marabunta	8

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Organization	Rank	Favours
Core Patrol Corps	2	1
Cosmic Couriers	1	0
An'Null's Eradicators	1	0
Witchknights of the Apocalypse	0	0

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Project Name	Project Progress	Project Effect	Project Location
Giga Shrimp Refinery	5/5	+1 to one Buyout/round	H8
Rainbow Carrot breeding center	5/5	+1 to one Buyout/round	H12
Galactic Hunter's Lodge	5/5	+1 on Tactical Maneuvering rolls	J8
Unite the Invisible Cities	1/5	N/A	M9

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Military

Tech Name	Primary Effect	Secondary Effect	Primary Resource	Secondary Resource	Primary Resource Met	Secondary Resource Met	Military Slot
Capital Ship Hulls	-1 to Combat Losses (Doubles unit tonnage)	N/A	Hard Metal	N/A	No	N/A	Logistics
Coup de Grace	On overwhelm, -3 opposing leader loss roll	N/A	Skilled Beings	N/A	Yes	N/A	Stealth, Sabotage, and Traps
Deployable Cloaking Mines	+2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls	N/A	Arcana	N/A	No	N/A	Stealth, Sabotage, and Traps
EC Lances	+1 to battle rolls, +1 to enemy combat losses on victory	N/A	"Energy Conversion Weaponry" (and associated Resource), and Gemstones	N/A	No	N/A	Ranged Weaponry
Energy Conversion Weaponry	Battle Rolls get +1	N/A	Arcana OR Fuel	N/A	No	N/A	Ranged Weaponry
Energy Distribution	-1 to Distance Loss Rolls	N/A	Electronics	N/A	Yes	N/A	Engines
Engineered Monstrosities	Battle Rolls get +2	N/A	"War Beasts" and Genetic Engineering-related resource	N/A	No	N/A	Warmachines and Live Weaponry
Enhanced Micro Plating	Battle Rolls get +1	N/A	Hard Metal	N/A	No	N/A	Armour and Shields
Extended Rations	Reduce ZOI Distance Loss rolls by half rounded up	N/A	"Energy Distribution" tech and it's associated resource, and Food	N/A	Yes	N/A	Logistics
H.E.A.T Engines	Battle Rolls get +1	N/A	Fuel	N/A	No	N/A	Engines
Improved Generalship	Generals who lead a pair of consecutive victorious battles with this tech activated for both receive a permanent +1 to their Military score up to a maximum of 10.	N/A	Luxury Goods x2	N/A	Yes	N/A	Logistics
Lyraen Elemental Implants	Battle Rolls get +1	N/A	"War Beasts" and Guardians	N/A	No	N/A	Personal Equipment
Mecha-Guardians	Battle Rolls get +1, stabilize on overwhelm	N/A	Arcana	N/A	No	N/A	Warmachines and Live Weaponry
Phased Crystalline Emitter	Battle Rolls get +1	N/A	Scaranik Crystals	N/A	No	N/A	Armour and Shields
Platinum Elite Battlefield Health Services	+2 leader loss for rulers	N/A	9-Armed Surgeons	N/A	No	N/A	Medicine, Mad Science, and Blessings
War Beasts	Battle Rolls get +1	N/A	Fauna	N/A	Yes	N/A	Warmachines and Live Weaponry

Non Military

Tech Name	Primary Effect	Secondary Effect	Primary Resource	Secondary Resource	Primary Resource Met	Secondary Resource Met
EGGRE	+1 to tech theft	N/A	Grymlan Farseeker Corps	N/A	No	N/A
F.L.E.X. Security	Defence actions against theft have a +1	N/A	Space Knights OR Mounties	N/A	No	N/A
Galactic Currency Mint	Buyouts get +1	N/A	Any precious mineral + Any other resource	N/A	No	N/A
Government Supported Markets	+2 to stabilize if controlling a TP in the region	N/A	Skilled Labor, Galactic Currency Mint	N/A	Yes	N/A
Hrakuun Thugs	+1 to assassination, kidnap and rescue	N/A	Skilled Beings	N/A	Yes	N/A
Limited Transporters	Once per round, you and another player with the tech may use matching Org bases in your regions as if it was an embassy. Both players must have positive rep with that org	N/A	Precious Minerals	N/A	No	N/A
Long Range Advertising Campaigns	Reduces ZoI by one step for defending against buyouts	N/A	Broadcasting Tech	N/A	No	N/A
Resident Spies	Treat one secret action per turn as if its ZoI was centered on the capital of a Stellar Power you have an Embassy with. The target must be Close, Adjacent, or within the Capital region	N/A	Broadcasting Tech or Spies (Resource), One or More Embassies	N/A	No	N/A
Trade League	If a player owns two or more TPs in a region that is adjacent to one of their own regions, they gain a Claim on that region	N/A	Electronics	N/A	Yes	N/A

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Tapinoma Mier (first ruler)

Attribute	5/10	Action	Effect
Diplomacy	5	Embassy with Melfynians, All (MYA)	Many diplomacy actions can now be non actions with MYA (they are now dead QQ)
Diplomacy	10	Become a Galactic Power!	Can use a 6th action
Military	5	Create the Balancing tactical doctrine	A successful Tactical roll after MFM victory grants 1 unit for every 3 units lost during Combat Loss Rolls (including the opponents)
Military	10	Created the Refined Energy Distribution tech	Reduce number of Distance Loss rolls by one

Aptinoma Mier (Second ruler)

Attribute	5/10	Action	Effect
Diplomacy	5	Embassy with Droccen(DCC)	Many diplomacy actions can now be non actions with DCC
Diplomacy	10	Become a Empire!	Can use a 7th action
Military	5	Recruit a Marabunta as a General (8)	Can take control of an army and use their Military score.
Military	10	Created the Extended Rations tech	Reduce ZOI Distance Loss rolls by half rounded up
Economy	5	Upgrade Resource Quantity in M9	The resource is now grand and TP4 is claimed for the MFM
Philosophy	5	Construct an assembly in D16	Counts as an LC and gives bonus to hiding fragments.

[Ausar]

Federation of Free Systems


(From top left across, Talvox[I5], Laria[J4], Eriador[H4], Illustria[H2], Haven[K7], Hollow[I3], Luminar[J2], Triarii[J6], and in the centre the emblem of the New Dawn.)

Custodian Moridian, 20
36 IE
Diplomacy:10
Military:5
Economy:5
Philosophy:8
Intrigue:5
Talvox (I5), Eriador (H4), Triarii (J6), Laria (J4), Haven (K7), Hollow (I3), Illustria (H2), Luminar (J2), Parisar (C)(I1)

The New Dawn's location next round: Talvox, I5.

Actions:
1 (Phy) Probe G1 [13]

The Illustrian civilisation is ancient, revered, and now given weight and sway within a broad organisation of peoples. Languidly determined to retain a dominant position within the Federation, the Illustrious Council of Honoured Generals dispatches Anaxos-Ra's Golden Armada to find new worlds to seed, and peoples to guide.

2 (Dip) Press claim on K3 on ideological grounds 2/2

Goblin friends. The smugglers' nest eradicated in a clinical strike, the cathedralcraft above Hobilar ponders the fate of the goblinkind below. Some advocate integration - uplifting the natives, introducing them to the Radiant Dawn, providing a path to enlightenment through civilisation. Others advocate observance from afar, leaving those below the clouds to their own devices and settling on the peaks, analysing the atmosphere, leaving the world in the hands of the Ikosq'kans. Discussions continue over the smouldering corpses of smugglers, the goblins seemingly blissfully unaware far below. Haven takes particular interest in the system after the successful conversion and erecting of several temples on the surface, and expends vast sums investing in the control of the surface. As the Ikosq'kans ponder the chemical composition of the clouds from on high, the Radiant Dawn takes hold of the inhabitants, and the scientists find their research disturbed by the volume of interstellar traffic flooding building materials in to the newly-colonised world.

3 (Dip) Press claim on K5 on ideological grounds 2/2

Habitation pods are lowered to the surface, and the colony begins. Factions within the explorers vy for control of the world, chief amongst them the Kazzari, seeing the potential of the system both for the mineral materials, and possibility of relatively unimpeded racing on the parched surface, and the Dravidians, bidding for the wealth to contribute to the rebuilding of Dravidia itself, damaged by a meteor impact three years prior. All continues apace, the Kazzari getting the upper hand by sheer volume of sponsored immigration, the numerically inferior and less prosperous Dravidians unwilling to keep apace and deplete their resources at home. Instead, Sector Commander Gill Bates sends Dravidian colonists on an expedition beyond Illustrian space, hoping to find settleable land before the Kazzari or Ikosq'kans can compete.

4 (Phy) Probe G3 [14]

Dravidian colonists depart, trepidatious at the audacity of Bates to take sole responsibility for the funding of the mission. Some of the more cynical crew members speculate at the wealth of the Sector Commander to be able to fund such exploration, but an unfortunate airlock malfunction sends a surprising number of these dissenters hurtling into deep space.

5 (Phy) Convert L4 [11]

Haven's pockets are deep, but not quite deep enough to sustain a competition for dominance of K5, joint expedition to J6, and a conceted conversion effort of Silicon Valley. Something has to be cut back, and the church decides the activity it has a monopoly on is safest to leave for another biannual cycle. The paltry expedition sent to the Valley finds few folks entranced by a message lacking backing.

6 (Phy) Probe L6 [16]

The Eris, in a rare effort, coordinate an expedition with the Radiant Dawn to voyage to L6, giving little official reason for the journey. Sector Commander Gladien says only, "we desire to know what lies there. We desire what lies there. So it shall be."

News & Rumours

- The Peaceful Crusade marches on as always, the missionaries of the Radiant Dawn followed closely by colonists, expanding the Federation's hegemony one system at a time.

- Moridian decrees, after long conversations with the Sector Commanders, that admission into the Federation as an independent system will now require an affirmative vote by at least 75% of the gross sentient population, and a military and economic assessment by the newly-formed Bureau of Federal Investigation. This will ensure not only that the system's inhabitants are wholly desirous of joining the Federation as an independent system, but that they have the capability to fulfil Federal contributory obligations. In lieu of a sector passing this assessment, it will be a colonial region, open to commerce and colonisation by all systems and governed by a Sector Commander appointed, as per tradition, by the wisdom of the Custodian.

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Units: 9/13

General: Marius Nox, Mil 9.

Spoiler: Tactical Doctrine

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Scour the Bridge
Mindful of the threat of effective command, Federation strike squads lead daring strafing runs targeting the bridge of the opposing flagship, in a bid to cripple their command structure (chance of leader loss for enemies increased by 4)

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Master's Force; The personal guard force of the standing Master. Remains within home territory 'cept in times of war, where they join the Master's grand fleet. Commanded by Jack Ackar Silver, former Officer of the Dawnguard.

Redskull Squadron; Where Ravager Squadron fought for the 'Dominion forces during the Dreider wars, and thus emerged a heroic and vaunted unit, the Redskulls were the Dreider forces' most effective strike unit, often operating alone from forward bases to conduct lightning assaults on key command positions behind 'Dominion lines. The unit was composed of the most veteran pilots fighting for the Dreider, and were integral to the Dreider ability to continue to prosecute the wars. In one of the last actions of the Third Dreider War, their commanding officer of the time, Farus Velkor Ghorakka, could see the tide of the war had well and truly turned, and rather than obey orders to fight on until destroyed, he took the squadron and surrendered, refusing to fight against his former brethren. The 'Dominion airforce chose to incorporate the Redskulls into their ranks, on the condition they were never deployed against Dreider dissidents. Newly equipped with GLD, the squadron is composed of hardened veterans, and fights loosely in wings of three, each pilot trusting his companions beyond doubt, and is the most innovative fighter squadron in the Felhounds, in stark contrast to the tight, squadron wide formations once employed by Ravager Squadron, and most other squadrons within the Felhounds. Commanded by Bren Ghor.

1st Brigade, PsiCorps; PsiCorps is composed of Mindbreaker Eris from Eriador. Eschewing starships, the Eris of the squadron possess forms largely biological in nature, living bio-craft fed and powered by energy extracted from ley line nexus on Eriador. These Eris have been trained for decades for combat, possessing frightening psionic power. Commanded by Gladien Bladed-One.

Furion Squadron; Freed from the shadow cast by Ravager Squadron, Furion has emerged as the most aggressive unit in Starfleet. The lead squadron of the Felhounds, Furion is composed of young, hungry hotshots, and while this often leads to arguments and tensions between pilots, their individual skill is a force to be reckoned with. The kings of the simulators during academy training, Furion pilots are eager to join the Great Crusade, and test their skills in proper combat. Commanded by Xixis Ilhith.

The Demon-Flock of Angrosh: These terrifying creatures of darkness & horror assailed the Eris for centuries. As Eriador burned, most of the Demon-Flocks were pulverised in the bombardment, but one survived. Angrosh is a cunning schemer, and when she saw a full fleet of deadly vessels hove into orbit, she took her flock up into the cold of space, and latched onto the Mindbreaker Academy in extreme orbit. In exchange for their lives, the flock agreed to turn their might towards enemies of the Federation. In peacetime, they are based in an Ikosq'ka system rich in low-level sentient mammalian life to feed upon.

Space Eel Dragon Unit (Led by Anaxos-Ra)

Other Space Eel Dragon Serpent Unit (Led by Thebos-Ka)

Liquid Metal Androids (Led by the Lyraen Officer)

Shackled Parasitic Plants (Led by a Binding Eris specialist from the Academy)

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New Dawn: Formerly flagship of the fleet, now mobile capital of the Federation. Modified Nyxian-Celenian Lancer-class cruiser.

Grey Bulwark; The first squadron of 'the Line' equipped with GLD, the 'Bulwark is one of the oldest continuously operational squadrons in Starfleet, known for their complex, interlocking defensive formations, and possessing the fastest cruisers among the Wardens' forces. Dispatched to aid the Rothuun traditionalist claimant during their leadership squabbles, in line with Marius' policy of conservative containment.

Stalwart Shield; Refitted with the last major reserves of metal available to the fledgling Aurelian Order, the 'Shield is one of the Wardens' heavier squadrons, comprised of bulky, ponderously slow heavy cruisers. Using tractor beams to remain anchored in formation during battle, these armoured beasts are formidable weapons platforms. Heavily damaged in the attack on Hallion, the Shield were rapidly repaired by the Aurelian Order and sent back into the field as a bulwark. Damaged in the defence of Eriador, and dispatched to the Rothuun following the Civil War.

Blackheart Brigade; The Dreadfleet has never needed to operate outside 'Dominion subspace - until now. The successes in the Great Crusade have driven Marius to authorise the GLD-conversion of the Blackheart Brigade, the 'Dominion's secondary terror unit. Deployed to suppress dissidents and unrest, and used to house prisoners of all types, Blackheart follows primary invasion forces to ensure loyalty or displacement of the native, occupied population. Damaged during the Civil War, and transferred to the Rothuun after that conflict.

Ravager Squadron; The oldest and most decorated squadron in Starfleet, Ravager's Squadron Leaders were the most commonly elected to the position of Officer & Master. Such storied names as Aurelius, first Master of the Interstellar Era, back to Axton himself, led the Ravagers to glory on the battlefield. Lost with all hands on the Great Foray, the Ravagers banners remain on display in the Academy, a relic of the days the 'Dominion stood above all others.

Crimson Heart; Marius' personal flotilla of light cruisers, the only vessels to return from the Great Foray, credited with establishing the roots of vassalage within the neighbouring system of the pencilpushers. Lost in transit to defend their valiant allies in the SPR, the fate of the Crimson Heart remains unknown.

First Flight; The first squadron into space, First Flight scoured the stars in the days before the GLD was gifted to the 'Dominion, tirelessly mapping the Talvox system and surrounding sector, establishing peaceable relations with lesser races and remaining a beacon of hope that advanced life remained beyond our knowledge. Lost in battle against unknown foes during the Great Foray, First Flight remains a symbol of all exploration may gain for our great 'Dominion.

Shatter Squadron: The teeming mass of corvettes, crewed by the most inexperienced of Starfleet's recruits, is the breeding ground for competent non-nobility to rise to prominence. Unfortunately, this inexperience led Shatter to catastrophe as a routine navigation task delegated to a fresh-faced ensign went horribly awry, shooting the squadron into the heart of an exoplanet on their inaugural jump as part of the Great Foray.

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Enhanced Microplating
War Beasts
Trade League
Long Range Advertising Campaigns
H.E.A.T. Engines
Galactic Currency Mint
Hrakuun Thugs
Coup de Grace
Improved Generalship
Energy Distribution
Advanced Cruisers
Capital Ship Hulls
Deployable Cloaking Mines
EC Lances
EGGRE
Energy Conversion Weaponry
Energy Distribution
FLEX Security
Gestalt WarmindGovernment Supported Markets
Limited Transporters
Lyraen-Elemental Implants
Mecha-Guardians
Overheat Engines
Planar Grown Turrets
Platinum Elite Battlefield Health Services
Purse of Silver
Resident Spies
Star Galleons
Sublight Thrusters
Targeting Software
Universal Translator

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TP 1 U11 (Jabberjaus)[Fuel]
TP 1 J4 (Gazmium)[Hard Metal]
TP 2 I5 (Caroxan)[Fuel]
TP 1 J6 (Hex Plating)[Hard Metal]
TP 1 H2 (Sea Serpents)[TBD]
TP 1 I5 (Caroxan)[Fuel]
TP 1 H4 (Mindbreakers)[Arcana]
TP 1 I3 (Terrors of Ibix)[Fauna]
TP 2 I3 (Terrors of Ibix)[Fauna]
TP 1 K7 (Missionaries of Solace)[Skilled Beings]

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No new leader
Phy +1
Dip + 2

[Lleban]

The Knights Vacio
SPACE QUEEN Knight Christie

Diplomacy 6
Military 10
Economy 7
Philosophy 2
Intrigue 3

Actions:


Diplomacy: Stabilize P12 roll 12

Diplomacy: Stabalize P14 roll 11

Philosphy:Figure out the secrets of the core (1/6)

Philosphy: Figure out the secrets of the core (2/6)

Philosphy: Figure out the secrets of the core (3/6)



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[Ivor_The_Mad]

The Kronin Empire

King General Vazrak
Diplomacy: 5 +1
Military: 10
Economy: 6
Philosophy: 6
Intrigue: 6

News and Rumors:

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[The Law of Flame's Mercy]
When attacking a region with a WAR action for the first time in five rounds, with a successful tactical roll, the Konin have a -2 to their Combat Loss roll.
TECH!

[EC Lances] (Ranged Weaponry)
Effect: +1 to Battle Rolls, +1 to Enemy Combat Loss Rolls
Requires: Energy Conversion Weaponry (and associated resources), Gemstones ON LINE

[Enhanced Microplating] (Armor and Shields)
Effect: +1 to Battle Rolls
Requires: Hard Metal ON LINE

[H.E.A.T Engines *MK2*] Fuel
Effect: +1 to Battle Rolls
Requires: Fuel ON LINE

[War Beasts] (War Machines and Live Weaponry)
Effect: +1 to battle rolls
Requires: Fauna ON LINE

[Lyraen Elemental Implants](Personal Equipment)
Effect: +1 to battle rolls
Requires: Arcana ON LINE

[Capital Ship Hulls](Logistics)
Effect: -1 to Combat loss rolls (doubles unit tonnage)
Requires: Hard Metal ON LINE

[Energy Distribution](Engines)
Effect: -1 to Distance Loss Rolls
Requires: Engines Not Using

[Energy Conversion Weaponry](Ranged Weaponry)
Effect: +1 to battle rolls
Requires: Arcana Not Using

[Deployable Cloaking Mines](Stealth, Sabotage, and Traps)
Effect: +2 to tactical maneuvering
Requires: Arcana

[Mecha-Guardians](War Machines and Live Weaponry)
Effect: +1 to battle rolls, stabilize on overwhelm
Requires: War Beasts and Guardians

[Improved Generalship](Logistics)
Effect: Generals who lead a pair of consecutive victorious battles with this tech activated for both receive a permanent +1 to their Military score up to a maximum of 10.
Requires: Luxury Goods x2

[Gestalt Warmind](Logistics)
Effect: Additional generals can be assigned to a battle and grant a +2 bonus to maneuvering rolls for each. These generals do not suffer loss rolls unless the force is wiped out.
Requires: Refreshments

[Trade League]
Effect: If a player owns two or more TPs in a region that is adjacent to one of their regions, they gain a Claim on that region
Requires: Electronics

[Resident Spies]
Effect: Treat one secret action per turn as if its ZoI is centered on the capital of a Stellar Power you have an Embassy with. The target must be Close, Adjacent, or within the Capital region
Requires: Spies, or broadcasting tech, at least one embassy.

[Galactic Currency Mint]
Provides +1 to a buyout
Requires: Precious mineral + Any resource ON LINE

[Long-Range Advertising Campaigns]
Reduces ZoI by one step for defending against buyouts
Requires: Broadcasting Tech

[Government Support Markets]
+2 to stabilize a region if you control a TP in that region.
Requires: Skilled Labor, Galactic Currency Mints (and associated resources)

Actions
1 Mil: Invade F10 with 5 units lead by King-General Varzak using techs. +5, +2 tac man
The new, warmongering King-General Varzak wastes no time marching to the capital of the once strong TUE, the long time enemies of the Kronin.
2 Mil: raise a unit
3 Dip: Press claim on G23 14 success
4 Mil: raise a unit
5 Dip: Press claim on M27 10 fail
6 Dip: Press claim on E21 9 fail
7 Mil: raise unit
rolls
Techs used: War Beasts, H.E.A.T MK2, Lyraen Elemental Implants, Improved Generalship, EC Lances, Enhanced Microplating, Deployable Cloaking Mines
Non-Actions

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Units: 12/17
Embassies:
NDA
CWZ
GLR
WWE
Generals:
The Drunken Master: 8
Admiral Nix: 7
Bdeh Kekkles: 7
Captain Lostus Wayus: 8 (1/2)
General Krulic: 8 (1/2)
Land owned: 15
Vassals: NDA, NYX
Assembly F14

[Gengy]

Core Patrol Corps

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[Diplomacy] Again, offer rewards for anyone who investigates "Source Knight Eleven" and it's secrets - The Core Patrol is tasked with fighting the Same, not getting along with them. They are suspicious of this "Source Knight Eleven" and it's abject deviation from regular matters, and have even heard that it is keeping secrets from those that live under it's dictatorship. Now that it is captured, perhaps someone can get some answers.
(Request: Anyone who successfully investigates Source Knight Eleven's secret action(s) in the next two rounds; Reward: +1 Favor. Expiration Date: Start of Round 23)

[Military] Raise 1 Unit of Patrolmen

[Military] Raise 1 Unit of Patrolmen


Cosmic Couriers

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[Military] Raise a Unit

[Economy] Attempt to purchase [Spies] TP2 from E31

[Economy] Attempt to reclaim payments from the Wardens, by purchasing [Morphic Nth Metal] Tp2 from N22


Witchknights of the Apocalypse (Int/Phi)

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[Philosophy] Attempt to convert Baryshev (P18) to KISS - The occupants of Baryshev may prove useful to the cause. And Hyper Honey is delicious.

[Philosophy] Attempt to convert Q13 to KISS

[Intrigue] - Secret

[Miltonian]

[QUOTE=Miltonian;24436528]The Lyraen Technocratic Empire
Current Ruler: Prime Minister Elric Warran

Actions:

1. [Mil] Attack the Rebels with 12 units led by Proxos (Mil 9) and a long list of techs.
   
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   Enhanced Microplating, Eclipse Exo-Armor, Sublight Thrusters, Lyraen Elemental Implants, Capital Ship Hulls, Energy Conversion Weaponry, and Deployable Cloaking Mines
   
   Proxos embarks on Lyrae's own flagship, leading the Lyraen fleet to battle against the rebels once more. Though he always enjoys the fanfare of a good military exercise, this is the first time Lyraens have fought Lyraens on this scale. It is a grim, solemn occasion. As he approaches, he broadcasts a message from Lyrae, offering amnesty if the rebels put down their weapons and surrender their ships. He has little hope that negotiations will succeed.
2. [Mil] Raise a unit
   In anticipation of losses, the new government approves the purchase of a number of replacement parts and requisitions repair dockyards. If, by some miracle, no attack groups are lost, the materials are enough to create a whole new battlegroup.
3. [Dip] Press claim on N26 (Success!)
   The government extends its hands in friendship towards its new allies, seeking to draw closer and offer them a place in the LTE.
4. [Dip 5] Establish an Embassy with the Vilari
   In an effort to maintain diplomatic relations, the new government reaches out to the Vilari and offers to formalize their relations in more concrete terms. Hopefully, though there has been very little friction between them, this will help mediate any arising conflicts between them.
5. [Mil] Raise a Unit
   In addition to repairing the old units, the government starts an aggressive new shipbuilding program. The intention is to better specialize its fleets for different purposes. The newly christened "Group Gamma" specializes in placing mines and other area-denial systems.
6. [Mil] Raise a Unit
   On the other hand, the first true carrier enters the Lyraen navy. Incorporating designs elements from a number of nations, the Mooncrasher is designed to carry hundreds of Lyraen warriors in Eclipse Exo-Armor, ready to deploy in both land and space battles.
7. [Phi] A single spark lights in the darkness
   But only for a moment, and then it is gone...

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Current Stats
Elric Warran
Dip: 8
Mil: 4
Eco: 5
Phi: 1
Int: 5

Border Status: Closed except to allies

Military Strength: 13

Military Doctrine: Shock and Awe
Bigger IS better!
For every two ships in a fleet, give a +1 bonus on battle rolls.

Cultural Identity: Praise the Sun!
Lyraens, one and all, are raised to revere Lyrae herself. Though they may disagree over the best way for the average citizen to live, they all shrink from directly betraying her.
Resist all covert actions with a 2d8+Int

Vassals
OWO
CLS

Embassies:
OWO

the UNN



Active Effects: +1 to Stabilization Rols from DD&D bonus

Generals
Proxos (9), a luminary currently taking a nice vacation in a mortal body
Tra Gutri (7), Leader of House Gutri and Grand Admiral of the Lyraen Fleet

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Lyraen Crystal Implants, Enhanced Microplating, Trade League, Galactic Mint, War Beasts, H.E.A.T., Capital Ship Hulls, Government Support Markets, EGGRE, Mecha Guardians, EC Weapons, Lyraen Eclipse Suits, and others.

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[Corona]

Djinye National Front Charter Republic
A Galactic Republic and enforcer of justice

Regions D32, E29, E31, F26, F28, F30, G25, G27, G29, H28, I27, I29, J24, J26 and J28
Queen Lin Sid of Minera, president of the Council
Round 20

Actions:

1. [Diplomacy 10]Become the Djinye National Front Charter Republic (Empire equivalent)
   As the DNF's population becomes increasingly diverse and geographically distant, monarchies and conservative factions based in the capital no longer hold any sway over the political direction of the country. Even the military can be in only so many places at once. Power is diffused between a number of politicians, influencers and officials. Queen Lin and other DNF Council members are interrogated by the media with increasing intensity about the political rights of the citizens and the government's failure to contribute to the international military efforts against the Same or the AI Conveyance. Ultimately, Lin gets too stressed to continue governing, resigns and calls an election to determine the composition of the new Council.
   
   The new Council President, preferred by over 90% of DNF citizens, is Deific Tan, a former farmboy who got lucky and, in an improbable series of events beginning with winning the lottery and ending with a gamma-ray burst obliterating his competition, became the owner of an entire planet in the Elabana region. His wisdom, strength, cunning, bravery, charisma and neck redness are all unparalleled, and his election is hailed as the proof that democracy brings the best rulers.
   
   A new constitution is created for the DNF, one that directly enshrines the Star League Charter as a part of itself, and makes upholding the Charter galaxy-wide and ensuring the happiness of the citizens of all Axiom duties of the government. The state is renamed to the Djinye National Front Charter Republic, keeping the now mostly meaningless DNF part to appease conservatives and bolster the government's base of support. Realtaism is now officially a healthy mindset associated with an optional set of rites, though some of the older Realtaists still wield considerable influence and grind their teeth at this development.
   
   Long live the Republic!
2. [Philosophy 10]Miracle: Righteous War Effect: The head of the Realtaist ideology may, as a Philosophy action, declare Righteous War on a target nation (player or NPC). The head of ideology rolls a conversion against one of the target's LCs as usual. If the conversion succeeds, up to two invasions in the next round by Realtaist nations into regions held by the target have the ZoI penalty reduced by one step. Righteous War may not be successfuly declared in two successive rounds against the same target, nor may a declaration be attempted against two different targets in the same round.
   As the contents of the new constitution are being announced, the Legate XXXX urges Realtaists not only from DNFCR, but from all over Axiom to assist the Republic and its allies in achieving world peace by helping to map Same-occupied regions, providing supplies to armies under way to the Core and organizing to overthrow tyrants that still govern some of Axiom.
3. [Military] Invade M13 with Queen Lin 10 + 8 units + Guerrila Warfare (permanent: +2 to tactics) + Enhanced Microplating + Energy Distribution + Lyraen Elemental Implants + Capital Ship Hulls + Energy Conversion Weaponry + Deployable Cloaking Mines techs, using the ZoI of the CPC base in M9
   Total: +21 to combat roll, +14 to tactics, -1 combat loss, no distance loss rolls, 2 size loss rolls
   The hangar doors of CPC bases on the core rim open wide as the grand fleet of the Republic pours forth. For several hours, new columns of battle cruisers, fighters, destroyers and supply ships emerge to join the formation. The target region is virtually surrounded by the task forces descending upon it. Queen Lin Sid stands at the bridge of the new capital ship, 'Wings Spread Wide Open'. The thought of turning back with the massive army, defeating the liberals in DNF and ruling again briefly occurs to her, but she shakes her head. She can't stop progress - especially if some cosmic entity is enforcing it, apparently. She will fulfill the expectations laid on her as a queen in one last battle, like her forefathers did in the ancient history of Bespéartha. As Lin shouts 'Fire!', the skies light up with explosions, and it is only due to vacuum of space that inhabitants of the region avoid being deafened. Thousands of mines previously laid by spy drones explode, destroying many of the Same before the battle proper. The DNF fleet also patrols likely escape routes and shoots down any fleeing enemies. The Same simply cannot be permitted to exist.
4. [Diplomacy Resolution]Claim K27 1/1 automatic great success
   The Couriers, now in an anarchical region of space, demand protection by the friendly DNFCR, which gladly agrees to protecting the Relay.
5. [Military]Invade I23 with unnamed commander 5 + 1 unit + Guerrila Warfare (permanent: +2 to tactics) + Enhanced Microplating + Energy Distribution + Lyraen Elemental Implants + Capital Ship Hulls +Energy Conversion Weaponry + Deployable Cloaking Mines techs
   Total: +9 to combat roll, +9 to tactics, -1 combat loss, no distance loss rolls, no size loss rolls
   Antimatter Refineries are seen as one of the most tactically important resources in the south-east, being one of the few sources of fuel available. The DNFCR must secure them first in order to secure galactic peace.
6. [Philosophy]Convert D22 to Realtaism using the Clarity of Vision (10-1+2d8) 22
   The DNFCR's long-adhered-to principle of taking over the governance of people abandoned by their former governments is made official, and applied to the Ndoda as well. Fine, this particular region has the added benefit of a Courier Relay, but that does not diminish the righteousness of the Republic's generous acts.

Nonactions:

Embassy with MFM: -

Resist all foreign buyouts, conversions etc., unless converting to state ideology or explicitly permitted. Use Temple Bastions bonus to resist the most serious secret action taken against DNF. Assassination>Relic theft>Raid, Buyout, Conversion etc.>Tech theft

Allow and support DCC and MFM buyouts of open TPs.

News and Rumors:

• The lifting of the long siege of the CmC headquarters is a warning shot aimed toward the UOS. An envoy is dispatched to deliver the message: "The capture of the Same Core v0.11, also known as the Source Knight, is an opportunity for the citizens of the Umbral Ordenstaat to rebel against Same influence and join the galactic community. If the government shall prevent them from gaining their freedom, the Republic will intervene.
• Orthodox Realtaists emigrate after the declaration of the Republic, as the government has fully submitted to liberal influence and has become irreverent, according to them. Many flee into the neigboring Droccen and Lyraen empires, hoping to build a new society of the faithful there.
• The Republic distances itself somewhat from the Mier Formica, while maintaining cordial relations. While it is generally accepted that the monarchy is a natural form of government for the ants, this is not the case with the largely humanoid population of DNFCR.

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Queen Lin Sid of Minera, president of the Council
Diplomacy 10
Military 10
Economy 10
Philosophy 10
Intrigue 5

Specials used: P5, D5, E5, M5, E10, M10
New ruler: YES

Council President Deific Tan
Diplomacy 4 + 2 heir + 1 action = 7
Military 4 + 2 heir + 1 action = 7
Economy 4 + 2 heir = 6
Philosophy 4 + 2 heir + 1 action = 7
Intrigue 4 + 1 heir + 1 Realtaism = 6
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8 units (updated: round 15)
Rep 2 with CmC, 3 favors (Reduce ZoI penalty by one step for Buyouts in regions Adjacent or closer to a CmC Relay, Reduce ZoI penalty by one step for Explorations & Claims in regions Adjacent or closer to a CmC Relay)
Y5 Ryuvia Relay Bonus: Region owner may endorse Buyouts regardless of TP owner. If a Buyout is Endorsed in this way the TP owner may still choose to resist the Buyout.
Rep 2 with CPC (Access to the Corps Fleet unit bank for fighting the Same, Treat CPC Base Operational Range (Adjacent & Close hexes) as own ZoI for Military actions against the Same)
Rep 1 with WKA (+1 to Theft rolls), 1 favor
G27 Bespéartha Base Bonus: +1 to resist Secret Actions once/base/round

Mil spec (permanent): Guerrila Warfare: 2 distance loss rolls & +1 leader loss roll to opponent, may not kill all units by itself

Military technologies:

Name	Effect	Resources	Powered by	Slot
Enhanced Microplating	+1 battle	hard metal	Saline Alloy	Armour
War Beasts				Warmachines
Energy Distribution	-1 dist LR	electronics	Androids	Engines
Lyraen Elemental Implants	+1 battle	arcana	Little Green Men	Personal Equipment
???				Medicine
Capital Ship Hulls	-1 combat L	hard metal	Saline Alloy	Logistics
Energy Conversion Weaponry	+1 battle	arcana/fuel	Youth Extractors	Ranged Weaponry
???				Fortifications
???				Reconnaissance
Deployable Cloaking Mines	+2 tactics	skilled	Androids	Stealth
Alternatives:
HEAT Engines?				Engines
Coup de Grace				Stealth
Extended Rations				Logistics
EC Lances				Ranged

Clarity of Vision - Bespéartha Assembly, reduces ZoI for Phy
Mysterium (repaired) - Elabana Assembly, bonus to Saline Alloy buyouts & Econ action to temporarily change a resource into any other
Embassy with CLS
??? - that one
CI: 2d8 to Buyouts and Resisting Buyouts in regions found in the Hard/Improbable ZoI with a third Trade Post (shared with CLS)

[Electriccat]

Etherites
Turn 19
Callistra Strass'fairweather


Actions:

1. [Economy] Buyout A13 - 17 Success
   ??
2. [Economy] E5 - Increase quantity B8 Melange
   ??
3. [Diplomacy] Claim E13 via Trade League using VSL diplomacy - 21 Great Success
   ??
4. [Diplomacy] Gift FLEX security tech to the WKA in exchange for favor
   While it has been a good test of keeping things under the covers the open diplomacy with the Witchknights is acknowledge granting them one of the League's techs.
5. [Philosophy] Convert B10 to Way of Tides - 9 Fail
   ??
6. [Philosophy] Convert D12 to Way of Tides - 7 Fail
   ??

Non-Actions:

• Resist all relevant buyout/convert/etc actions not explicitly approved or supported below

Embassy Actions:
RGH

VSL

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https://forums.giantitp.com/showsing...postcount=1371

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Current Stats (in the following order):

Diplomacy 3
Military 1
Economy 6
Philosophy 4
Intrigue 8

New Ruler Next Round?
No

Expected Stat Bonuses:
+1 Econ +1 Dip +1 Phi
Trade Posts: 19

Military Units: 5

Mil Unit Cap:
4 + Regions controlled =
4+7-1=10
Technology

Name	Effect	Allocated TP	Allocated TP Resource Name
Trade League	Two TPs give claim in adjacent regions	C11	Silicon Nanowire
Long-Range Advertising Campaigns!	Reduces ZoI by one step for defending against buyouts	D10	Novendallin
Galactic Currency Mint	+1 to Buyouts	V14 TP 1, P8 TP1	Platinum Metals, Twisted Wands
War Beasts	+1 Battle Rolls	Q19 TP 3	Takhaun
Enhanced Microplating	+1 Battle Rolls	S9 TP3	Boreal Metal
F.L.E.X. Security	+1 to Resist Theft	E13 TP 1	Mounties
Limited Transports	1/round use org base of same kind as embassy	V14 TP 2	Platinum metals
Universal Translators	+1 Buyouts	E13 TP 2	Mounties

Great Project

Name	Effect	Location
L.I.S. (League Investigative Service)	+1 to counter theft rolls	D10
Land Reclamation Effor	t.b.d.	B12

[TheDarkDM]

The Vilari Star League

Regions X-14, Y-13, W-13, V-14, X-12, W-19, W-17, V-12,Y-15, Z-14, U-15, U-13

Speaker Sildyr-Quast
Diplomacy 10
Military 10
Economy 6
Philosophy 1
Intrigue 2

Actions

1. [Military 10] Introduce Matter Annihilation Beams (Tier 3)
   ???
2. [Military] Raise One Unit
   ???
3. [Diplomacy] Stabilize Amjet (Y-15) 21
   ???
4. [Diplomacy] Stabilize The Golden Sepulcher (Z-14) 16
   ???
5. [Diplomacy] Stabilize Region V-12 20
   ???
6. [Economy] Buy Out TP 2 of Solar Sapphires in the Gardens of Leira (W-13) 11
   ???
7. [Economy] Buy Out TP 1 of Eternal Caretakers in Amjet (Y-15) 15
   ???

Non-Actions

• As peace settles over the Sodality, Speaker Sildyr-Quast begins preparations to step down. Raised to his position as an emergency measure, he has fulfilled the primary goal of avenging Hestyn-Vrex and breaking the power of the Nephret Pact. The time for warriors has passed.

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The Star League Charter

As the territories of matured species expand, and we confront growing threats from without and within, it is resolved that we gathered here affirm our principles. We, the people of the Star League, do make known these policies in hope for a brighter future for the galaxy.

We Are Resolved

• To defend the sovereign right of every species, organic or synthetic, to self-government, or to equitable representation as equal partners in greater galactic powers.
  
• To safeguard, by that same principle, the rights of any lesser power when threatened by an outside aggressor.
  
• To guarantee the sovereign borders of all member states, through diplomacy if possible, but if necessary through force of arms.
  
• To pledge our might to the eradication of those forces which threaten the continued prosperity of all species, within and without the League.
  
• To pursue technological advancement, both civilian and military, and to freely proliferate these advancements among League members.
  
• To ensure the free and open movement of trade between our borders, absent onerous or unequal duties.
  
• To seek out and preserve the knowledge of Axiom’s progenitor species, that we might gain their wisdom and avoid their downfall.
  
• To promote cultural exchange of beliefs and ideals, so that social progress and better standards of life might be realized.
  
• To form a unified council to serve as adjudicator in cases of conflict between League members, and under which justice and respect for the obligations arising from treaties and other sources of galactic law can be maintained.

We so Affirm,

Ren-Kulto, Speaker of the Vilari Sodality
Ouren Dris'Thelle, President of the Etherite Trade League
The Speakers of the Convocation of the Federated Churches of Origin's End
Her Majesty Lin Sid of Plantera, President of the Council of the Djinye National Front
Her Majesty Aptinoma Mier, Bastion of the Faithful, Empress of the Mier Formica and its vassals
Her Divine Shadow, Empress Mika Ren of the Galactic Droccen Imperium

We so Witness,

Her Radiance, Empress Sai and Imperial Princess Mika Ren of the Galactic Droccen Imperium
Siti Butrana, Ambassador of the Dipanan Collected Nations
Antich Heaventreader, Chief Deputy Warden, Spark of the Accord, and Knight In Service of the Source
General Secretary Jeremiah Gates of the Union

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• The Galactic Droccen Imperium
• The Sunbream Confederacy
• Mier Formica

[Tentreto]

The Duenem

Region Q25+Q27+R26+R24+P26+P24+O27+O23+s25+O25+R28

Round 18
Actions:

1. [1] [Diplomacy] Press Claim Q23 with Trade League 18
   Having secured the markets, Lighter now moves to protect the boarders. Lighter uses her previous experiences incredibly well, moving in fast and beating the local leaders in games of luck, chance and skill.
   
   [2][Philosophy] R28 Great Project 4/5
   
   [3] [Philosophy] R28 Great Project 5/5
   Immediately, Lighter creates a task to use Duenem technology to help connect up the fungal inhabitants of R28. With the large amount of control the Duenem have over the area in all factors of life, this takes very little time
   
   [4] [Intrigue] Investigate Source Knight Eleven 9
   Pushing the limits of her task, Lighter orders some research Duenem to investigate Eleven. Many complain that this could involve some Duenem being assimilated, but Lighter is firm.
   
   [5] [Intigue] 1/5 Create Duenem Darknet
   Lighter, having done great amounts of research into both OwO, and the callers, tasks the Duenem to create an incredibly high encryption over all their networks, so that only multiple Duenem, acting of their own accord, can even access a shred of information. Lighter almost seems paranoid that someone, or something is watching her.
   
   [6] [Intrigue] 2/5 Create Duenem Darknet
   After a few briefings, Lighter clarifies that it must be encrypted enough that not even Caller technology, or even Gods would be able to fully access it without the Taskmaster's approval. This takes up an incredible amount of resources many say could be better allocated, however, the Taskmaster cannot be deterred.
   
   [7] [Intrigue] 3/5 Create Duenem Darknet
   Very quickly, progress is made, partly to ensure no backdoors have time to be made.
   
   

Non Actions:



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V20 R14 TP1-Mechanical Drones
V18 Tp1- Masterwork Jewelry
W23 TP1- Subspace Camels
S19 TP1-4D Titaniun
U19 TP1-Casinos
S21 TP3-Genetic Engineers
V16 TP1-Memory Transfer Droids
W23 TP2-Subspace Camels
S13 Tp1-Opium
S13 TP2-Opium
Q13 Tp2-Diluted Dark Energy
U17 TP2-Otherworldly Particles
Q15 TP1- Mirror Steel
S25 tp2- Mutants
S25 TP1. Mutants
O27 TP1 Concentrated Starlight
R28 TP1 Soul Cards
R28 TP2 Soul Cards
O25 TP1Glinting Jerrnolite
Q23 TP1 Broadcasting Rigs
Q23 TP2 Broadcasting Rigs

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Lighter Lighter
Diplomacy: 7
Military: 4
Economy: 5
Philosophy: 3
Intrigue: 3

New Ruler Next Round?
NO
Expected Stat Bonuses
+2 Int, +1 Phi

Overlord of VTT
General:
Jet Stability, 7

CI: The New Age. D8 for expedition actions
MD: Eden Protocols. When defending, with a successfully tactical roll, the Duenum take a -1 to the Combat Roll for the battle, but the enemy incurs one additional step of Distance and Size Loss regardless of distance traveled or army size.

R26 GP Bonus
Once per round, actively rolled by the controlling player, +1 to resist a buyout in the region or Adjacent regions.

CPC rep 1. Access to Same Fighting Bank

Fragment: None

Embassies; CEL. OWO, VTP
Technology: Galactic Currency Mint : Any precious mineral+Any resource.
Provides +1 to a buyout
Long-Range Advertising campaigns
Trade League
Enhanced Armour Plating
Resident Spies
Capital Ship Hull
Elemental Implants
HEAT Engines
Universal Translator
Sublight Thrusters
Planar Grown Turrets
Deployable cloaking mines
Energy Conversion Weaponry
Exo-Eclipse Armour
Persona Uploader
12 Units Raised/16 (5+9 regions+1 Vassal)

[Gengy]

End of Round Twenty.

All edits to actions posts made after this point will be considered invalid.

[Gengy]

Round Twenty-One... Loading...
The below happens between Galactic Dates 217538.0.0.81 - 2175040.0.0.80
Don’t forget to link to any rolls you make for ANY Attribute checks, plus rolls for rulers you will start using at the start of the next round. If you want a new ruler in the next round, you must state so in your action post for this round and link to their rolls. Any increases from actions for this round are counted for the ruler you start your next round with (because it’s handier to account for by the co-GM), which may or may not be your current ruler.
Good luck!

Rules Alerts and Changes!

• Empire 5 will be ending soon. It is our sad duty to inform everyone that the GM Team as a whole has made the decision that, because of the number of players that we’ve lost in the recent months - due to forum outages, real world issues, etc. - we are pulling the plug on Empire! 5 sometime soon. Our projected end time is the end of Round 23, though it may go one or two rounds longer, depending on any plots left to resolve. We don’t yet know details about Empire 6, but please stay tuned to the OOC Thread for any information.
• As the game is ending soon, the GM Team will no longer track which players choose to leave the game or do not post during a round. You either post, or you don’t. If you miss a round, you will still gain your Bonus Action(s), but we will not remove any further players from the game.

Growth!

(D10 used; VTP is now a Galactic Power, and may take a sixth action.)

(D10 used; DNF is now a Galactic Empire, and may take a seventh action.)

(VTP presses a claim on U29, 2/2.)

(FFS presses a claim on K3, 2/2. FFS gains a unit.)

(FFS presses a claim on K5, 2/2.)

(KRO presses a claim on G23, 1/2.)

(SYN presses a claim on Q19, 1/1. SYN gains a unit. {CHOICE} SYN may spend a [Military] action during Round 21 to have Mech-Admiral Arxur [Mil 8] duel Markath Frostfur [Mil 10]. If Arxur wins, Frostfur will join the Syndrome. If Frostfur wins, Arxur dies. (OR) SYN may spend a [Diplomacy] action to appease Taurina I, but Markath Frostfur becomes governor of the region and will no longer fight in conflicts. (OR) Failure to make either choice results in Unrest in Q19.)

(ETL presses a claim on E13, 1/1. The region is in Unrest, reduced from Unstable. A region write-up will remove this Unrest.)

(LTE presses a claim on N26, 1/2.)

(D5 used; NIN establishes an Embassy with DCC.)

(D5 used; LTE establishes an Embassy with VSL.)

(ETL gifts WKA FLEX Security, gaining a Favor from WKA.)

(DNM presses a claim on Q23, 1/1. DNM gains a unit.)

(DNM completes a Great Project in R28! DNM may spend a non-action during Round 21 to define the effects of the Great Project, with GM Approval.)

The following regions are no longer in unrest…

KNV P12
VSL Y15
VSL Z12
VSL Z14
DCC K17
DCC J18

Trade!

(VTP successfully buys out T32 TP1, TP2, and TP3 [Edible Swords])

(CmC successfully buys out E31 TP2 [Spies])

(SYN successfully buys out P18 TP1 [Hyper Honey])

(ETL successfully buys out A13 TP1 [Specialized Computing])

(VSL successfully buys out Y15 TP1 [Eternal Caretakers])

(E5 used; VTP improves the resource in S27 from Minor to Good, and takes control of the new [Meat Orbs] Trade Post.)

(E5 used; ETL improves the resource in B8 from Minor to Good, and takes control of the new [Melange] Trade Post.)

Ideology!

As the contents of the new constitution are being announced, the Legate urges Realtaists not only from DNFCR, but from all over Axiom to assist the Republic and its allies in achieving world peace by helping to map Same-occupied regions, providing supplies to armies under way to the Core and organizing to overthrow tyrants that still govern some of Axiom.
(P10 used; Miracle! Righteous War!
The head of the Realtaist ideology may, as a Philosophy action, declare Righteous War on a target nation (player or NPC). The head of ideology rolls a conversion against one of the target's LCs as usual. If the conversion succeeds, up to two invasions in the next round by Realtaist nations into regions held by the target have the ZoI penalty reduced by one step. Righteous War may not be successfully declared in two successive rounds against the same target, nor may a declaration be attempted against two different targets in the same round.)

(FCO converts U23 from Imperialism to Church of Rust.)
(FCO converts V22 from Imperialism to Church of Rust.)
(FCO converts V24 from Imperialism to Church of Rust.)
(FCO converts T20 from Imperialism to Church of Rust.)

Grymlan Combine scientists manage to create yet another temporary Wormhole. This one is much more stable and only the expected amount of explosions occur. As everyone has enough warning this time - and they have seen the benefit of artificially created Wormholes - many people are happy to have it re-opened.
(OWO generates a Wormhole between K21 and N30! This Wormhole will last until the end of Round 23.)

(WKA converts P18 to KISS.)
(WKA converts Q13 to KISS.)

(OwO converts P30 OwO.)

(WWE converts K15 to KISS.)
(WWE converts P20 to KISS.)
(WWE converts P22 to KISS.)
(WWE converts Q21 to KISS.)
(WWE converts L12 to KISS.)

(P5 used; NIN creates an Assembly within (T20) the Ceylan Nebula.)

Utilizing the fragment known as Clarity of Vision, the Djinye National Front Charter Republic is able to see the correct path to lead the locals of D22 towards Realtaism. It works so incredibly well, that the Realtaist using the Fragment thinks they could do more if only given permission by Queen Lin Sid.
(DNF converts D22 to Realtaism. {CHOICE} DNF may use a [Philosophy] action during Round 21 to have a Vision of the Future, (OR) spend (3) [Philosophy] actions during Round 21 to gain a free Assembly in D22.)

Terror!

(THE END IS NIGH. Please see the next IC post for details.)

Without properly paying debts, the Cosmic Couriers must seek to reclaim their losses in another manner. The Wardens are informed that their trade routes will be evaluated for purchase by the Cosmic Couriers, and only proper recompense will make the Couriers stop.
(CmC successfully buys out N22 TP2 [Morphic Nth Metal] from WWE. For breaking faith with them, WWE loses 1 reputation with CmC. CmC will target WWE trade routes until the WWE either gifts [x1] a Unit or [x1] Militaristic Skilled Being Trade Post to the CmC. The End may be coming, but the CmC will get paid.)

Recent conflicts with the SAME indicate that they have begun to adapt some of the technologies they salvage from those fighting them! They do not yet seem to have this fully integrated into their systems, though, and it is causing tactical errors...
(SAME units can now use H.E.A.T Engines and Particle Wave Cannons! During Rounds 21 and 22, SAME Tactical Maneuvering rolls are reduced by 3.)

Efficiency Ground is - once again - suddenly attacked! The attackers blast through several walls, and run in to accomplish their mission while everyone is still reeling from the smoke and surprise… mostly surprise that someone would do this exact thing again, so soon after the walls were finally all repaired and reinforced. Except… the attackers are coming in from the exact opposite side this time, and rather than stealing something, they are leaving Conveyance behind. The missing Caller AI is no longer missing, and the explosive experts make - yet another - clean getaway. No one will ever know who it is… for about five minutes. Conveyance has no reason not to reveal that the Grymlan Combine both captured and returned the floating box the Caller AI exists in. Wrath reportedly is upset at the theft, but is seen munching on a friendly gift box of cookies that was left behind on the scene.
(Conveyance is returned to Efficiency Ground. OwO is charged with the maintenance bill for two sets of walls. For revealing the culprits, Conveyance receives two extra deserts on Sixthdays, and negotiations are in place for later bedtimes.)

While not quite sure about when it occurred, the Vilari Star League finds that some of it’s shipments of Universal Translators are missing...
(Someone seems to have stolen technology from the Star League! There are no clues as to who may have done this!)

Rumors…

The Fated Convocation of the Ordained seems to be slightly more circumspect in their dealings with those outside their lands, and the rumor is they are holding secret meetings with organized powers…

OwO pulled off something big. No one is quite sure what it is, but they sent a very skilled team somewhere to do something…

The Source Justice Warriors do not seem to be stable for a government power. Their usual course of action for anyone they don’t seem to like but don’t want to kill is exile into another region. This leads to powerful individuals with an ambition for more power being in a place unprepared for them…

A great deal of glad handing between the Tezh and Efficiency Ground seems to be happening…

The Etherites seem to be paying for an awful lot of Witchknight protection details that involve a whole lot of… standing around in Etherite protected space. Strange. Easy money for the Witchknights, though…

It’s increasingly noticeable that the Kronin are increasing the size of their military. Not at an alarming rate, but it is strange that they would do it so carefully...

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The following regions go into Rebellion due to a lack of interest from their leading governments… Write ups provided during the course of Round 21 will reduce Rebellion to Unstable.
VSL V12 - 2 rebel units
KRO D16 - 2 rebel units

The following regions go Unstable due to continued lack of interest from their sovereign governments… (OOC: Write-ups still requested…Write ups provided during the course of Round 21 will reduce Unstable to Unrest)
KRO – J14
WWE – L12
DCC – J18
NYX – N22
KNV – M11
FFS - I3
TFT - J30
KRO – E17
FFS – H2
TZH – D4
NYX – N24
WWE – P20
DCC – K17

The following regions go into Unrest due to a lack of interest from their leading governments…
(OOC: Write-ups still requested… Write ups provided during the course of Round 21 will eliminate Unrest)
DNF – E29
DNF – D32
KRO – F12
KRO – C15
DCC – J16
MFM – G7

War!

(M10 used; VSL introduces the new Tech, “Matter Annihilations Beams”. Effect: +3 Battle Roll? VSL must spend a non-action during Round 21 to define the effects and requirements, with GM Approval.)

(NIN conquers P8. P8 is in Unrest.)

(MFM conquers O7. O7 is in Unrest.)

(DNF conquers I23. I23 is in Unrest.)

King-General Varzak uses force to explore the former TUE capital region, after KRO troops were rebuffed previously.
(KRO explores F10, and discovers the dying Undying Empire, with 4 Units led by Lieutenant-General Manyka, a Great source of [Scaranik Crystals], and a Learning Center for Axiom of Axioms. Great Success! +2 to Battle Roll during Round 21.)

Bolstered from their victory against the source justice warriors, the Wardens at World's End charge into battle against v0.09 in a symphony of bullets, ships, and laser swords. WWE forces dispatch v0.09 like a practiced lion dispatching a zebra. Bending light style cutting through the same forces butter. The only real casualties come from the crack team attempting to recover the core, as v0.09 chose the optimal moment to cause as much chaos as possible.
(WWE successfully invades L16, controlled by SAME v0.09! L16 is in Unrest!)

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WWE (31) vs. SAME (22)
WWE Victory!
Bending Light Style TD triggers! (-2 Combat Losses)
WWE loses zero units. (TD and Techs reduce Combat losses by 3; 2.4 (2) - 3 = -1)
SAME loses 1 unit.
WWE loses 1 unit to the Core Explosion. (Previous -1 Combat Loss transfers; 2.4 (2) -1 = 1)

Proxos arrives and attempts to make the rebels see reason, asking them to surrender without conflict. Instead, they capture him, and hold him hostage against the Lyraen forces! Peacemonger Pella seemed convinced that this would cease all hostilities in her favor immediately. She was wrong. Very wrong. It only made the overwhelming amount of troops fight harder, in what appears to have been a clever ploy. Proxos seemed to expect that he would be captured all along, and was giving the rebels one chance to prevent their downfall. The Peace Talkers did not avail themselves of that chance… and now the Lyraens have resolved the rebellion.
(LTE invades K19, currently controlled by Peacemonger Pella! K19 is in Unrest)

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Shock and Awe TD triggers (+6 LTE Battle Roll!)
LTE (37) vs. PCM (21)
LTE OVERWHELMING Victory!
LTE loses zero units to combat. (Techs and Overwhelm reduce Combat losses from 2.4 (2) to 1.2 (1), then -1)
LTE loses 2 units to size.
PCM loses 3 units to combat, and remaining rebel units disband.
Proxos is captured! Upon victory, Proxos is released.

DNF forces surround the local dyson sphere that v0.13 uses to make more drones. Despite its best efforts DNF forces are destroying drones faster than they can be created within the sphere. The manufactorium is destroyed by a precision DNF strike, preventing the creation of any new drones. Before the final blow is struck v0.13 explodes with the fury of a thousand suns, atomizing many a noble warrior.
(DNF invades M13, controlled by SAME v0.13! M13 is in Unrest!)

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Guerilla Warfare TD triggers! (2 Distances Loss rolls for Enemy)
SAME loses 1 unit to “Distance”.
DNF (34) vs. SAME (27)
DNF Victory!
DNF loses 1 unit to Combat (Techs reduce Combat losses from 1.6 (2) to 1)
SAME loses 1 unit to Combat.
DNF loses 3 units to the Core Explosion.

Discovery!

Looking for means to ‘hack’ into the SAME system, OwO investigators work on the theory that an Ur-SAME has admin access that is accepted by all active SAME. What they find is that there is a uniform way that SAME receive updates: They fight each other. As drones are destroyed by one side of another, the updates created by one version of a SAME are integrated into another version, keeping each SAME (mostly) current. False updates - or those deemed to be useless - are discarded, while useful updates, such as rejecting all non-SAME philosophies, become the new norm. It seems unlikely that this method can be used to inject code into the SAME, however. Still, one researcher proposes that perhaps something that looks like a positive update, but has a hidden downside, might be plausible...
(OwO investigates SAME Upgrades and does not discover an ‘Ur-SAME’ admin or an easy way to hack into the SAME Update system. Yet, there may still be a way...])

Looking into the matter of Source Knight Eleven, the Duenem discover no additional information on the reclusive SAME Core turned Galactic Leader. Even when they asked nicely.
(DNM finds nothing wrong in Bae Sing Sae. region N14, nor can they convince Source Knight Eleven to reveal any new details of it’s supposed plotting.)

Looking into the matter of Source Knight Eleven, the Droccen discover no additional information on the reclusive SAME Core turned Galactic Leader. Even when they asked nicely. Or threatened.
(DCC corroborates the Duenem’s findings, even after trying a different tactic.)

Free system evangelists of rust come across a living space station orbiting a yellow-white star. Aboard this living space station are a complex race of biomechanical Nymphoids. The Nymphoids seem to focus mostly on farming biotechnic alloy to expand their spaceship, and build smaller shuttles to colonize the nearby planets.
(FFS explores region L6, and finds a Minor source of [Biotechnic Alloy], a CmC Relay, and an OPEN LC)

After 3 months of travel Free system probes come across an incredibly rich asteroid belt within unknown space. Occupied only by derelict androids from a lost civilization, the asteroid belt is rich in mineral wealth. Prospectors who have scouted the region report that androids are led by a figure dubbed the Alkaline Prophet. What this means for the Free systems is currently unknown.
(FFS explores region G1, and finds a Great source of [Manganese], 4 Units of Prospector Androids, and a LC dedicated to the Alkaline Prophet.)

The last sector Free system evangelists discovered was a paradise-like planet of Lemuria. A temperate terrestrial world, Lemuria is inhabited by a race of peaceful stout humanoids. These humanoids spend most of their days relaxing in paradise and harvesting a very potent strain of saffron. One of the most expensive spices in the galaxy, fortified saffron is worth its weight in anti-matter.
(FFS explores region G3, and finds a Minor source of [Fortified Saffron], 2 Units of Lemurian Security, and an OPEN LC.)

Syndrome evangelists soon discover a sector populated by smugglers, pirates and arms dealers. Harvesting dark matter from a nearby black hole, these ne'er do-wells craft it into terrifying weapons of destruction. Pocket sized Dark matter weapons are infamous for destroying city blocks via hyper speed expansion. Can the Syndrome bring law and order to this terrifying part of the galaxy?
(SYN explores region P16, and finds a Good source of [Dark Matter Guns], 5 Units of Ne’er Do-Wells, and a Lawlessness LC.)

[Gengy]

The End Is Nigh

In a massive message sent out to everyone via the Orator Messaging System, all Stellar Powers are informed of a possible disaster. This information occurs, as follows...

The Broker, an independent NPC, discovers information that could be literally Galaxy Shattering

The Broker, not wanting to die, shares this information for free (and hopefully profit at a later time when everyone is not all dead)

While searching for more details on the Caller Fragments, the Broker discovers that there was a final order given to the Caller AI Archive to literally archive the galaxy; by which the Broker is convinced means that the Caller AI is meant to 'box it up' and store it away, piece by piece. He's not sure if that means the living inhabitants as well, but it sure doesn't seem that way!

There is good news, though. If all the Fragments can be gathered together - all 25 of them - they could be pieced together to make a 'Creation Matrix' that gives the being the uses it full admin access of the Galaxy of Axiom; including the ability to override Caller AI orders.

Getting all the Fragments could be a problem. Many of them are hidden by various Stellar Powers, and a few have been lost as those Stellar Powers went silent.

There's a few ways of resolving this:

(1) Those who have hidden Fragments can bring them to the forefront, but that still doesn't quickly find the missing Fragments. The Caller AI Finder should be able to quickly locate every hidden Fragment, and then it would be up to the Maturated Races to gather them together, and use them to override Archive's Orders.
(2) Locate Arbiter, Disposal, and Orator. Together with Conveyance, Finder, and Guardian, the six Caller AI can vote to dismiss Archive's Orders.
(3) Find Archive and destroy it with military might.
(4) Ignore the Broker, he's probably lying to get everyone to reveal where their Fragments are, since the entire Galaxy ending is a dumb thing that is dumb.

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This final event for Empire! 5 is meant to get everyone working together... or fighting with each other for control... to stop the suspected last Order of the Caller AI Archive: boxing everything up and stopping all life from existing.

Players can work towards several different outcomes, all at once, or work things out OOC to try for just a single outcome. First thing first: The information the Broker provides everyone seems legitimate. Someone could Investigate the Broker's Information to confirm it, but that might be wasting time... time that you may not have. According to what the Broker was able to discover, as soon as it becomes Galactic Year 2175048.0.0.00 (Round 24!), Archive will halt Axiom and 'preserve it' as is.

[Option 1 - Caller Fragment Assembly]

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For those who want to over-ride that order, the Creation Matrix would 100% do the trick. Getting all the Fragments together is tricky, though. Everyone who secretly has one would need to state which one(s) they have, and if that doesn't total up to 25, then there are some still missing. The only way to be sure who has what and what is missing is to get the Caller AI Finder working again. Finder is currently defunct in the capital region of the Etherites, D10.

By using [Economy] or [Diplomacy] actions, players can use the Cosmic Couriers to send the region of D10 as many Fuel, Arcana, or Electronics resources as possible during Round 21 to fix and power up Finder. [25] such sources will bring the AI to Functional Status, but it will expend the Trade Post and return it to OPEN. Resources that count as more than one of those categories count twice when expended in this manner. There may be enough time to buy out Resources during Round 21 to expend them during Round 22, though that may be cutting it close...

Additionally, those actions may be used to send relevant Skilled Beings to the region to try and repair the AI; as examples, Quantum Mechanical Doctors would work, but Space Whalers would not. Sending Skilled Beings does not expend the Trade Post, but does require a TN 12 roll for the associated stat. Every successful roll for Skilled Beings increases the Functional Status by (+2), though at least [8] of the Functional Status must be a Fuel/Arcana/Electronics. (Maybe consider using some Org favors...)

By using [Philosophy] or [Intrigue] actions, players can either aid in fixing Finder or go looking for Caller Fragments. By rolling a TN 16 (Investigation techs and CIs apply), you can reveal the location of a Caller Fragment that has not been stated as openly owned. See the below list for those that had or have known owners:

Name	Known Owner
Shared Objective	CWZ
Friendly Intrest	BROKER
Peaceful Outreach	NIN
Disruptive Interjection	TUE
Library of War	GLR
Forceful Propaganda	GLR
Stubborn Adherance	GLR
Enterprising Notion	FCO
Disproven Theory	TUE
Clarity of Vision	DNF
Passionate Dispute	GLR
Unseen Machinations	DNM
Thoughtfully Considered	BROKER
Careful Consideration	BROKER

Additionally, the Broker has managed to come up with names for some of the hidden or lost Fragments...

Name	Known Owner
Strict Obedience	Lost?
Library of Truth	Lost?
Emotional Appeal	Lost?
Library of Peace	Lost?
Loud Discourse	Lost?
Smooth Negotiations	Lost?
Library of Trade	Lost?
Material Preoccupation	Lost?
Fruitful Theorum	Lost?
Quiet Contemplation	Lost?
Library of Secrets	Lost?

Players may use a non-Action to reveal their ownership of one of these Fragments. If a fragment is owned by an inactive player, such as GLR, a [Military] TN 15 roll may be used to seize the Fragment. A General may be used to provide the stats for this seizure, but that assigns the General for the round; they may not be used again in the same round.

Fixing Finder will automatically reveal all locations and owners of the Fragments, as well as reveal where Arbiter is. Once all 25 Fragments are revealed and owned by active players, the Head GM will host an Event, gathering all the Fragments together. Then it's just a matter of figuring out how to use it, and... who?

[Option 2 - Caller AI Conclave]

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As in Option 1, fixing Finder is still important. You will need the AI to help you figure out where the rest are. There's some hints, though, already... FCO, OwO, and WKA have come close to a Caller AI already, in their own ways...

Using a [Philosophy] action TN 14, you can help the Church of Rust figure out the Revelation of Damnos. There are [6] parts of the Revelation, and each part provides additional information.

Using a [Intrigue] action TN 14, you can help the Grymlan Combine figure out the Origins of OwO. There are [6] parts of the Origin, and each part provides additional information.

Using a [Diplomacy] action TN 16, you can assist the Witchknights of the Apocolpyse in contacting the remains of their old brethren. Bring [Economy] action bribes, though, like Precious Minerals/Crops and Spices/Textiles, as (not only will that reduce the TN by 2 per Stellar Power) that may be the only way to find out more about An'Null...

Once the remaining Caller AI have been identified, fixed, appeased, etc... a Conclave of Caller AI can be called to over-ride Archive's Orders.

[Option 3 - Fight Archive]

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This may all come down to a fight. Even if you find Archive you may need to stall the Caller AI somehow, for others to enact whatever plans they are close to pulling off.

[Military] actions to raise units are a good idea. [Economy] actions for gathering Resources to empower technologies are also a good idea.

The Core Patrol stands by to assist those who need it, but would also very much like to deal with any lingering SAME in the Core while they can. If the Galaxy is gonna be mothballed, the Core Patrol doesn't want the SAME existing in their same non-existence.

And who knows what a powerful Caller AI might use to defend itself during a fight...?

[Option 4 - Business as Usual]

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FAKE NEWS. This Broker guy is bad hombre and is just lying to get us all to reveal where the Caller Fragments are. You have more important things to do. Like finishing that Great Project or working on Claims and Conquests. After all, you're not yet an Empire with complete control of Axiom, right?

You choose to ignore all of this. Everything will work out fineeeeeee...

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Round Twenty-One: Begin!
Galactic Dates 2175040.0.0.81 - 217542.0.0.80

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The Ninurtine Empire
Round 21

News and Rumours

• The widespread conversions by the Church of Rust in a deliberate attempt to undermine Imperial rule, coupled with panic caused by the announcements regarding Archive, lead to violent clashes between the Church of Rust's new converts and those loyal to the Imperial government.
• On Nisu, the conversion of many authority figures is met with mass sutdent protests, and then counter-protests from CoR devotees. As order on campus begins to break down, and with some regret, the Great Aristocrat declares martial law. The majority of students still adhering to Imperialism and loyal to the Nisuite government fall in line immediately, as per their training. The remaining recalcitrants attempt to hold out, but are quickly swept away. All the prominent Church converts are accounted for, with the stage set for a restoration of Imperial orthodoxy.
• In the Dalamin Sector, the importance of the Imperial philosophy is only recognised retrospectively. In what remained a troublesome sector, the rule of law began to disintegrate almost immediately the Church of Rust supplanted sober Imperialism with its own propaganda. Order is eventually forcibly restored by Tabine peacekeepers, with their customary efficiency, and the sector begins to revert to its previously sullen self.
• On Phi, the local leaders of the Church and most of their FCO-authorised sponsors are caught up in a tragic airlock accident which sees them blasted out into space. The incident is reported matter-of-factly by the Station Chief to the Council.
• In Ceylan, the conversions are received with more sadness than outrage, as the new influx of the Church of Rust has all but completely eradicated the last vestiges of the philosophy of Poetic Genius, considered by many to be an essential part of the Empire's intangible cultural heritage. While work begins on attempting to salvage what remains of the philosophy for the use of the new Assembly, tempers do flare when rumours spread that the Church, as per its wont, intends to copy and distribute multiforce technology to the FCO. As Battlegroup H returns to Yil for maintenance, the Ceylan government makes its move, and, flanked by representatives from both local and Imperial navies, and from the new Assembly, the Master of Ceremonies walks into the Temple where the Church has established itself, silently displays footage of events elsewhere in the Empire, and bids them convert or depart. They take him up on his offer.
• The political barometer has swung wildly in favour of a hawkish response to the Church of Rust's aggressive attempts to destabilise the Empire. The only major dissenting voice is that of the Lord Admiral, and then only for strategic reasons. The majority of parties, for once, are united behind this cause, with Colonial Dawn especially fervent in demanding retribution.
• In a more measured response than some expected, the Emperor issues a general statement. The effect on regional stability from this wave of conversions was unacceptable. In light of wider threats to the galaxy, the Empire will in accordance with its guiding philosophy make its resources available to daling with this threat for the good of the galaxy. Given however the considerable resources that have already been expended in dealing with the FCO's incursions, and the effect on the Empire's own people, any further unauthorised conversions from any source will be taken as a deliberate attempt to damage both the Imperial government and the work to protect the galaxy. Accordingly, they will be treated as an act of war.

Actions
[Diplomacy] Send Energineers (skilled beings) to Finder: 13 - success!
[Diplomacy] Send Mechanical Drones (skilled beings) to Finder: 14 - success!
Military 5] Promote General: Admiral Essacharach - 9
[Military] Purge V22: success
[Military] Purge T20: success
[Military] Purge U23: success
[Military] Purge V24: success

Non-Actions

Support any buyouts of non-Imperial-owned TPs by Droccen
Resist buyouts of trading posts owned by NIN, CEL or DCC.
Accept any technologies offered.
Resist all conversion actions:

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Emperor Renahimith II

Diplomacy: 5
Military: 8
Economy: 5
Philosophy: 7
Intrigue: 3

Next round: Philosophy +1 Military +2

Expected next round stats:

Diplomacy 5
Military: 10
Economy: 5
Philosophy: 8
Intrigue: 3

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Cultural Identities:

• Stabilising regions (temporary)

Tactical Doctrines:

• Holographic Decoys: If tactical manoeuvring won or drawn, add the margin of victory on tactical manoeuvring to the battle score (min. +1, max. +5)

Resources available:

• Antispice
• Celes Alloys
• Entropic Pearls
• Mechanical Drones
• Multiforce Hammers
• Onliest Hats
• Tabine Warriors
• Mech Pilots
• Cavorite
• Energineers
• Photon Torpedoes
• Slime Monsters
• Subspace Camels

Technologies

• Capital Ship Hulls
• Lyraen Elemental Implants
• Enhanced Microplating
• Resident Spies
• Sublight Thrusters
• Universal Translator
• HEAT Engines
• Galactic Mint
• Limited Transporters
• Deployable Cloaking Mines
• Long-range advertising

Generals:

• Lord Admiral Anguradeshib (M9)

Caller Fragments:

• Peaceful Outreach

Units: 17

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The Syndrome Protectorates

Region Q17: Taurina II
Region Q19: Taurina I
Region R16: Celestial Eats
Region R18: Starblight Abyss
Region R20: Excimer Reach
Region R22: Crab Nebula
Region S15: Valtrane
Region S17: The Burrows
Region S19: Stormwrack
Region S21: Heart-Beacons
Region S23: Alitur
Region T14: ???

Overlady Violet-Pale-Feet

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[Diplomacy 10] Declare the Ascended Syndrome Protectorates a Galactic Empire
For centuries, the Syndrome worked in the shadows. Now they and their allies have risen into the light as eminent researchers, as paragons of Iteusism, and as defenders of all life. They will bring all their considerable power to bear against the end of Axiom.

[Intrigue 5] Hunt down one of the missing fragments.
Syndrome research teams set out, seeking the signals emitted by lost Caller Fragments, with no real preference for what they find. Gathering the lost pieces Guardian described as fragments of a Creation Matrix that could save the galaxy.

[Military] Mech-Admiral Arxur duels Markath Frostfur
In Krankot culture, it is nearly unthinkable to refuse a challenge to a duel. Arxur goes well equipped, with gun and blade and armor, to bring the unruly Rothuun general in line.

[Military] Raise Unity-Fleet 3
If worst comes to worst, Archive will soon attempt to destroy Axiom. That cannot be allowed to happen, and the Syndrome and their allies begin pulling forces from all their territories to protect themselves.

[Philosophy] Claim Headship of Iteusism
In this time of impending doom, Violet-Pale-Feet steps up to even greater leadership. The Overlady has long been an Iteusist priestess, but now she is more, claiming the title of Ascendant and preparing to lead her people forward into a new age.

[Philosophy] Convert P16 to Iteusism (SUCCESS-15)
Even in such troubled times, the light of ascension goes out to bring order to a chaotic galaxy. The criminal mayhem of P16 will be brought under Iteusist sway in order to redirect their energy towards a more productive end.

Nonactions

Support Conversions of all owned LCs to the Church of Iteus.
Resist everything else.

Celestia Enterprises Embassy:

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Battle-Pod Rapant-Growth
Symbiote Carrier Carcass-Mold
Ravager Necrotic-Sting
Scout Vessel Fertile-Seed
Scout Vessel Hungry-Maw
Scout Vessel Wing-Light
Alitur Colonial Defense
Missile Cruiser Resolute Flame
Command Ship Glorious Dawn
Hospital Ship Charitable Arms
Corvette Silent Mercy
Corvette Fallen Void
Bio-Knight Arn
Bio-Knight Renut
Mech-Knight Urein
Unity-Fleet 1
Symbiote Carrier Poison-Tongue
Prison Vessel Last Request
Scout Vessel Hunter-Light
Corvette Titan Finger
Mech Captain Mortret
Mech Knight Trunor
Mech Knight Tinatan
Mech Knight Ektor
Unity-Fleet 2
Ravager Icy-Wind
Missile Cruiser Astral Lance
Weapons Platform Absolute Value
Mech Knight Garahat
Mech Knight Orein
Mech-Knight Kei
Mech-Knight Arek
Bio-Squadron Prime
Symbiote Carrier Army-Stomach
Lightbringer Karexo
Illuminated One Akrexoa
Bio-Captain Hugus
Bio-Knight Gotrei
Bio-Knight Guntemar
Bio-Knight Antre
Bio-Knight Reimont
Remian Regulars
Gunship Crucesignatis
Gunship Gelidos Conplexibus
Droid Dropship Fulgur Purgatio
Weapons Platform Limit Superior
Illuminated One Exraoa
Bio-Knight Ote
Scholars in Exile
Weapons Platform Riemann Integral
Weapons Platform Cauchy Criterion
Weapons Platform Fundamental Theorem
Weapons Platform Geometric Sequence
Weapons Platform Unit Vector
Second Reclaimed Battle Droids
Droid Dropship Vitam Gladio
Droid Dropship Improbus Ille
Gunship Interfectorum Venandi
Lightbringer Ozzex
Illuminated One Exark
Resurrected Immortals
Mindbreaker Thoughtful-Heart
Stealth Ravager Metal-Will
Stealth Ravager Lost-Travel
Scout Vessel Empty-Hunter

Generals
Mech-Admiral Arxur: 8

Resources:
Reformed Takhaun (Q19.2)
Biotumblers (R16.1)
4D Titanium (S19.2)
Genetic Engineers (S21.1)
Refined Kadmium (T18.1, T18.3)
Antispice (T22.1)

Techs:
Berserkers (inactive)
Deployable Cloaking Mines (inactive)
Energy Conversion Weapons (inactive)
Engineered Monstrosities (Active)
Enhanced Microplating (Active)
FLEX Security (inactive)
Galactic Currency Mint (inactive)
Government Supported Markets (inactive)
H.E.A.T. Engines (inactive)
Long Range Advertising (inactive)
Lyraean Elemental Implants (inactive)
Mecha-Guardians (inactive)
Resident Spies (inactive)
Terraformations (Active)
Trade League (inactive)
War Beasts (Active)

Claims:
Q23 (Prior Ownership)
R16 (Owned)
R18 (Owned)
R20 (Owned)
R22 (Owned)
S15 (Owned)
S17 (Owned)
S19 (Owned)
S21 (Owned)
S23 (Owned)
S25 (Diplomatic)
T18 (Prior Ownership)
T22 (Prior Ownership)
U19 (Prior Ownership)

CIs:
The Maiden's Code (secret actions)

Generals:
Mech-Admiral Arxur (8)

Fragments:
Emotional Appeal (+1 to 1 Claim Press / Round)
Shared Objective (+1 to 1 Rep Raise / Round)
Smooth Negotiations (+1 to 1 Buyout / round)

Misc. Bonuses:
ZoI reduced by one in and adjacent CmC relays for buyouts (CmC 1)
+1 to theft (WKA 1)
WKA will not steal from you (WKA 2)
+1 to Secret Actions (WKA 3)
+1 to resist secret actions (Iteusism)
2d8 to resist secret actions (Iteusism)
+1 Unit Cap (Paragon Project)

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Overlady Violet-Pale-Feet
Diplomacy: 10
Military: 7+1
Economy: 4
Philosophy: 9+1
Intrigue: 9

[SquirrelWizard]

Combine Interstellar League

Vassal to the Lyraen Technocratic Empire
Round 21
Regions: M31, N30, N32, O31, P30
High Coordinator Luna Starshine
Diplomacy: 4
Military: 5
Economy: 5
Philosophy: 6
Intrigue: 5

Actions

• [Philosophy] Change 5 LC bonus to +1 on Investigations - The revelations of a potential expiration date on the galaxy has sparked a need to restructure the UwU network to better support research into it.
• [Philosophy] Change 10 LC bonus to +die size on Investigations - By working on interconnectivity between disciplines on UwU groups are able to have their discoveries proactively flagged for potential review by other groups as it applies to their research.
• [Philosophy] Philosophy 5 Create OwO Assembly in E13 - Seeking to expand OwO's influence, and the potential reach through the ability to open wormholes. Luna reaches out to the Mounties in E13 offering to build an assembly within their region.
• [Philosophy] Probe N36 [15] - The troubling news has pushed some projects to the front. A probe is constructed and sent to the regions beyond the known Galactic Rim, to see what lies beyond.
• [Intrigue] Secret [16]
• [Intrigue] Create SAME Trojan framework for OWO [11] - In an effort to use what they've discovered about the SAME, Techies tried to create a viral framework for OwO to try and operate through in an attempt to try and "upgrade" the SAME to be less murder-bot.

Non-Actions


Resistances

• Resist nonsupported buyouts/raids/conversions

Embassys and Diplomatic Representatives

• Dipanan Embassy *DEFUNCT*
  
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• Duenem Embassy
  
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• Lyrean Embassy
  
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• Dynasty (TFT) Embassy
  
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• Vassalized to Lyrae and part of LTE
• Enclaves
  
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  • Mutual Immigration
    DNM
    TZH
    CEL
    TFT
    FFS
    RGH
    LSD
    DNF
    UNN
    KBC
    UPT
    TUE
    
    Incoming Immigration only
    DPN

  
  
  
  

News and Rumors

• Revelation of a Caller based galactic-wide apocalyptic does not sit well on UwU. Threads explode over what is to be done. Many Grymlans and Lopurna turn to their actions of the past, suggesting that they should build giant ships utilizing the races early history of long term voyages to travel beyond the edge of their galaxy to travel to their closest neighbor.
• Spoiler: Combine Corporations

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  Corporations of the Combine
  
  The government of the Grymlan Combine consists of several corporations that both coordinate with, and against, each other in deciding how the efforts of the Grymlan people are applied. The Corporations are patrons and financial backers to research, production, and distribution groups typically within a certain field of Grymlan life and their internal structure represents the same general structure of the Combine at large.
  
  As such, Leadership among the Grymlans is based on election, with canidates chosen both on their stance with the individual corporation and the needs of the Grymlan people as a whole. Unsurprisingly, corruption is not uncommon among Grymlans leaders. Corruption is expected by the general populace as long as it has reasonable limits. Leaders are expected to have their own personal projects they're working on as long as they meet the needs of the Grymlan people. Given the inquisitive nature of Grymlans as a whole, an the high profile nature of the leadership, Grymlan politicians tend to have Cat and Mouse games between themselves that the populace tends to keep abreast of as a form of entertainment. Should such a leader be deemed insufficent, whether by incompetence, corruption, or changing needs of the people, they can be voted out of their position by the Corporations under them (though the state in which they are voted out might dictate the terms of their severance).
  
  Some Corporations of the Combine.
  

  • Foodstuff Solutions: Headed by Abrigal Dirtpaw, Foodstuff Solutions represents many agricultural interests in the Combine. Their farms provide food to feed the Grymlan people as well as providing other materials to the other Corporations. Their labs work to improve existing crops while at the same time they are always on the look out for new potential products to grow and experiment with.
  • Max Zappyzap Projections: Lead by Dhaka Sparkthrower, Max Zappyzap Projections is the closest thing the Grymlans have to a security Corporation. In prior years they were an arms manufacturer who designed energy casters for Grymlan ships to protect them against space debris. They also did research into high energy release weapons that largely went unused (I mean of course you gotta set one off just to make sure it works, we didn't need that asteroid anyways) but did result in research with Arclight Power that provided the primary fission reactors that provide power to the Grymlan's cities and ships. Nowadays they serve as one of the military minded corporations expanding the Grymlan's knowledge of tactics and equipment as they are exposed to new races.
  • Arclight Power: Lead by Dayton Voltzap, Arclight Power serves the Grymlan's ever-growing need for power. They are the formost researchers in high energy fields and often looking for new elements or ways to use them alongside Max Zappyzap Projections.
  • Fluffyshine Grooming: Headed by Celise Dyedye, Fluffyshine Grooming provides cosmetics and grooming supplies to the Grymlans. Proper grooming, especially of their tails, is considered a necessity by the Grymlan populace. In addition Grymlans enjoy expressing themselves in a wide array of colors both in clothing and hair dye. Fluffyshine Grooming is the leader in what is new and chic by melding technology with fashion.
  • Farseeker Enterprise: Lead by Trevan Longhaul, Farseeker Enterprise focuses not only on exploratory sensors and shipping, but they also serve the Grymlan Combine with transporting goods between population centers. While they were not the designers of the Darkship concept, they have been diligently improving it, focusing on the ships abilities to operate on long haul deployments and improving on thruster designs.
  • Infrastructure Craftmakers: Lead by Bruk Dynacraft, Infrastructure Craftmakers maintains the infrastructure of Grymlan life whether it be the heat resistant domes of Wratheye or the various space stations orbiting the Cloudysea expanse. They support endeavors to build faster, cheaper, and more adaptable among hostile environments.
  • Truthytruth Communications: Lead by Leelee Sweettounge, Truthytruth Communications deals with data and communications between the Grymlan people and works alongside OwO, and they also host many news and entertainment channels.
  • Feelgood Incorporated: Lead by Vera Tailsnug, Feelgood Incorperated serves the healthcare needs of the Grymlans. The work to constantly push the boundaries of medicine and scientific enhancement.
  • Fringe Science Go!: Headed by Wexel Weirdlight, Fringe Sceince Go! explores theoretical scientific fields such as magic and psionics. With the introduction of aliens with these abilities they have seen a resurgence as of late.
  • Advanced Integrated Dynamics: A recent addition to the Combine, CCI acts as a military corporation specializing in theoretical and prototype designs created from the incorporation, and abuse of, alien tech. Led by Leelee Buildfast.

  
  

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Spoiler: Trade Posts/LCs

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Trade Posts

Regional TPs and LCs

Region Name	Region #	TP 1	TP 2	TP 3	Produces	LC 1	LC 2 (Assembly)	Special	Other
Harb-Cloud	M31	Open	Open	XXX	Aerobic Sludge	OwO	XXX
CloudySea	N30	OwO	NYX	Open	Grymlan Farseeker Corps	OwO	OwO
Dregisles	N32	Open	Open	XXX	Guns	OwO	XXX
Symbio-Storm	O31	Open	Open	XXX	Symbio Hyper Gigawatt Batteries	OwO	XXX
Urdak	P30	OwO	Open	XXX	Oricalcum	Open	XXX

• Owned TPs: 4
• Diluted Dark Energy (Q13, 3)
• Grymlan Farseeker Corps (N30, 1)
• Oricalcum (P30, 1)
• Voidsone (K3, 3)
  

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Technologies

• General
  (9)Essential Grymlan’s Guide to Reverse Engineering [Grymlan Farseeker Corps] - +1 to Tech Theft
  (8)F.L.E.X. Security [Space Knights or Mounties] - +1 resist theft.
  (20)Galactic Currency Mint [Precious Minerals, Any] - Buyouts get +1
  (20)Government Supported Markets ["Galactic Currency Mint," Skilled Labor] - +2 to stabilize if controlling a TP in the region
  (20)Limited Transporters [Precious Metals] - Once per round, you and another player with the tech may use matching Org bases in your regions as if it was an embassy. Both players must have positive rep with that org
  (8)Long-Range Advertising Campaigns [Broadcasting Tech] - Reduce ZoI by 1 step for buyout defense
  (20)Purse of Silver [Precious Metals] - +1 to Investigations
  (8)Resident Spies [Broadcasting Tech or Spies (Resource), One or More Embassies] - Treat one Secret Action as originating from Power you have an embassy with for ZoI purposes, must be Close or nearer to new origin.
  (8)Trade League [Electronics] - Owned 2 TPs in adjacent region grants claim on region.
  (20)Universal Translator [Skilled Beings] - +1 to Buyouts
  
  Military
  <Personnel Armament>
  (20)Lyraen Elemental Implants [Arcana] - Battle Rolls get +1
  <Ranged Weaponry>
  (20)EC Lances ["Energy Conversion Weaponry," Gemstones] - +1 to battle rolls, +1 to enemy combat losses on victory
  (12)Energy Conversion Weaponry [Arcana or Fuel] - +1 Battle Rolls
  <Armor and Shields>
  (10)Enhanced Microplating [Hard Metal] - +1 Battle Rolls
  <Engines>
  (20)Energy Distribution [Electronics] - -1 to Distance Loss Rolls
  (12)H.E.A.T. Engines [Fuel] - +1 Battle Rolls
  (20)OVERHEAT Engines ["H.E.A.T. Engines," Fuel] - +2 Battle Rolls
  (18)Sublight Thrusters [Fuel] - '+2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
  <Warmachines and Live Weaponry>
  (20)Berserkers ["War Beasts", Hyper Honey] - Battle Rolls get +1, reduce overwhelm threshold by 2
  (20)Mecha-Guardians ["Warbeasts," Guardians] - Battle Rolls get +1, stabilize on overwhelm
  (20)Warbeasts [Fauna] - Battle Rolls get +1
  <Logistics>
  (20)Advanced Cruisers ["Capital Ship Hulls", Hard Metals] - -1 to Combat Losses, -1 to Size Losses
  (20)Capital Ship Hulls [Hard Metal] - -1 to Combat Losses (Doubles unit tonnage)
  (20)Gestalt Warmind [Refreshments] - Additional generals can be assigned to a battle and grant a +2 bonus to maneuvering rolls for each. These generals do not suffer loss rolls unless the force is wiped out.
  <Medicine, Mad Science, and Blessings>
  (20)Platinum Elite Battlefield Healthcare Services [9-Armed Surgeons] - +2 leader loss for rulers
  <Reconnaissance and Divination>
  (18)Scout Chasis [Fuel, Mirror Steel or Oricalcum, "Sublight Thrusters"] - +2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls, +1 to battle roll if you resist the opponent's tactical doctrine
  (20)Targeting Software [Hard Metal] - +1 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
  <Stealth, Sabotage, and Traps>
  (20)Coup de Grace [Skilled Beings] - On overwhelm, -3 opposing leader loss roll
  (20)Deployable Cloaking Mines [Arcana] - +2 Tactical Maneuvering rolls
  <Fortifications, Sappers, and Planetary Siege Weaponry>
  (20)Planar Grown Turrets [Parasitic Alloy] - Battle Rolls get +1

Organization Relations

• CpC 1
• CmC 3

Identities, Tactical Doctrines, Miracles and Caller Fragments

• (Temp-CI) Specailized Public Wantneed Fixrig Strategies - 2d8 resolving unrest
• (Temp-TD) High-Intensity Max-Entropy Think-Planning - Negate effects of Enemy Tactical Doctrines with successful Tactics roll.

Spoiler: (Miracle)Applied Theoretical Max-Energy Unstable Space-Punch Travel-Gates

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Once per round, Faith Head may spend a Philosophy action, and rolls 2d6 with no bonus to die roll. At max, one wormhole may be opened in this fashion at a time, and no further attempts to open wormholes can be made until the currently open wormhole expires if one exists.

• 2: GM's Choice! (Something happens, probably not good, you find out during the opener)
• 3-5: Nothing happens
• 6: A wormhole between two OwO Assemblies is established, lasting (2) rounds, and both regions are in unrest because of the explosion
• 7: A wormhole between two OwO Assemblies is established, lasting (2) rounds
• 8-9: A wormhole between two OwO Assemblies is established, lasting (3) rounds
• 10: A resource in the region an OwO Assembly is in is increased, as though an Econ 5 (Upgrade Resource Quantity) was used on it. Ownership of the TP goes to the owner of the region with the Assembly. If all regions with Assemblies are already at [Great], nothing happens.
• 11: A member of the wormhole team is blasted with particles, and has a new idea. An Econ 5 (Adapt Technology) may be used next round, and does not expend the Leader's Economy 5 Special Action.
• 12: GM's Choice! (Something happens, probably good, you find out during the opener)

Projects

• N30 CmC Relay (3/3)
• N32 Core Containment Incorporated base (3/3) (Now AID base)
• N32 Explodium FU-32 Prototype Overcharged Hyperweave Far-Caster (5/5) (Previously Brightlight)
• Wormhole Research 5/5

Spoiler: Miltary

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Military Units

• Active Military Units: 5
• Darkship Fleet Darks-Seer: Drawing upon the newly inducted Lopurna, Darkship Fleet Dark-Seer has several cruiser class ships created in a melding of Grymlan and Lopurna designs supported by Grymlan Zippyzap fighter craft. The The cruisers have several rapid fire zapcaster turrets dedicated to point defense and fighter denial systems, there are several crystaline emitter strips that run the lengths of the ship allowing the Lopurna crew to lash out with deadly psionic energy lances in lieu of the heavy zap cannons found on other Grymlan based warships.
• Aetherweave Assault Corps: Those Lopurna trained to act as soldiers train their psionic abilities to enhance their physical capabilities, moving with preternatural grace, strength, and precision. As situations call for it, small communions can be levied to increase their capabilities such as against hardened targets or evading detection.
• Ori Honor Guard - Earned through integration. (description pending)
  Memorial Wall
• Darkship Fleet Novabloom: To replace Darkship Shinystar, Grymlan engineers work on an updated Darkship Design that incorperates a greater number of smaller ships, each heavily armed with Deathbloom missile launchers and enhanced engines. Where previous iterations of darkship fleets focused on a slow, steady, approach to combat, Darkship Fleet NovaBloom represents the application of prototype explosive tech and changing ideas on approaches to naval doctrines.
• Darkship Fleet Glitterwing
• Darkship Fleet Harb

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Luna Starshine
X/X Diplomacy: 4
O/X Military: 5
O/X Economy: 5
O/X Philosophy: 6
O/X Intrigue: 5

[HalfTangible]

Star Power: The Veritus-Timens Protectorate
Ruler: Agni Immolati Adiuva-Veritus-Timens
Round 21

Regions: T28, T30, S29, U27, U29

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Current Stats

Diplomacy: 10
Military: 5
Economy: 10
Philosophy: 2
Intrigue: 8

*	Dip	Mil	Eco	Phil	Int
Rolls (position subject to change)	4+1	3	4+1	2	4
Round 14	+1	+2	Eco	Phil	+3
Round 15	Dip	Mil	+1	Phil	+1
Round 16	Dip	Mil	+2	Phil	Int
Round 17	+1	Mil	+1	Phil	Int
Round 18	+2	Mil	Eco	Phil	Int
Round 19	+2	Mil	Eco	Phil	Int
Round 20	+1	Mil	+1	Phil	Int
Total	10	5	10	2	8

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Rolls: https://forums.giantitp.com/showthre...2#post24497582

[Military 5 - Defending Regions]

[Military - Raise 1 troop]

[Diplomacy - Press Claim (Trade League Tech) - S27 1/2 - Roll (23) - GREAT SUCCESS!]

[Economy - Buyout TP 2 - U25 (Cavorite) - Roll (22) - GREAT SUCCESS!]

[Economy - Buyout TP 3 - U23 (Entropic Pearls) - Roll (19) - GREAT SUCCESS!]

[Economy 10 - Prayer Review]
Requires: Clerk Clerics

The great god of bureaucracy Greg is nothing if not meticulous, and the greatest of his priests can instinctively sense when they've missed something important

Effect: If an investigation action has failed, grant +2 to another investigation action this round. It must be a different target from the first.

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Nonactions:

Duenem Embassy

News and Rumors:
-EVERYBODY PANIC! The Veritus have no idea what will happen to them if the galaxy is "preserved" but it likely doesn't involve their continued existence.

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Spoiler: Notes

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Army/Troops:
Round 14: 0 units (Start)
Round 15: 4 units (4 built)
Round 16-18: 4 units (no change)
Round 19: 5 units (+1 round opener)
Round 20: 7 units (+2 round opener)
Round 21: 7 units (no change)

TPs:
S27 - TP1+TP2 [Meat Orbs]
S29 - TP1+TP2 [Hairline Titanium]
T28 - TP1 [Veritus Drones]
T30 - TP1+TP2 [Jump Drives]
T32 - TP1+TP2+TP3 [Edible Swords]
T26 - TP1+TP2 [Galactic Wizards]
U27 - TP1+TP2 [Clerk Clerics]
U29 - TP1+TP2 [Warpmetal]

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Name	Effect	Resource Req	Slot
Enhanced Microplating	+1 to battle rolls	Hard Metal	Armor and Shields
Heat Engines	+1 to battle rolls	Fuel	Engines
Universal Translator	+1 to buyouts	Skilled Beings	N/A
Galactic Currency Mint	+1 to buyouts	Precious Metal + any other resource	N/A
Deployable Cloaking Mines	+2 to TactM rolls	Arcana	Stealth, Sabotage, Traps
Trade League	Gain a claim on an adjacent region you have 2 or more TPs in	Electronics	Slot
Advanced Cruisers	-1 to Combat Losses, -1 to Size Losses	"Capital Ship Hulls" and Hard Metal Alloys	Logistics
Capital Ship Hulls	-1 to Combat Losses (Doubles Unit tonnage)	Hard Metal	Logistics
EC Lances	+1 to battle rolls, +1 to enemy combat losses on a victory	"Energy Conversion Weaponry" and Gemstones	Ranged Weapons
EGGRE	+1 to tech theft	Grymlan Farseeker Corps	N/A
Energy Conversion Weaponry	+1 to battle rolls	Arcana OR Fuel	Ranged Weaponry
Energy Distribution	-1 to Distance Loss Rolls	Electronics	Engines
Enhanced Microplating	+1 to battle rolls	Hard Metal	Armor and Shields
F.L.E.X. Security	+1 to defense against theft	Space Knights OR Mounties	N/A
Gestalt Warmind	May assign additional generals to a bttle to grant +2 manuvering rolls for rolls. These generals do not suffer loss rolls unless the force is wiped out	Refreshments	Logistics
Government Supported Markets	Effect	Skilled Labor, Galactic Currency Mint	+2 to stabilize if controlling a TP in the region
H.E.A.T. Engines	+1 to battle rolls	Fuel	Engines
Limited Transporters	Once per round you and another player with the tech may use matching Org bases in your regions as embassies. Both players must have positive rep with the org	Precious Minerals	N/A
Long-Range Advertising Campaigns	Reduces ZOI by one step for defending against buyouts	Broadcasting tech or Novendallin	Slot
Lyraen Elemental Implants	+1 to battle rolls	Arcana	Personal Equipment
Mecha-Guardians	+1 to battle rolls, stabilize on an overwhelm	War Beasts and Guardians	War Machines and Live Weaponry
OVERHEAT Engines	+2 to battle rolls	"HEAT Engines", Fuel	Engines
Planar Grown Turrets	+1 to battle rolls	Parasitic Alloys	Fortifications, Sappers and Planetary Siege Weaponry
Platinum Elite Battlefield Health Services	+2 leader loss for rulers	9-armed surgeons	Medicine, Mad Science, and Blessings
Purse of Silver	+1 to investigations	Precious metals	Slot
Resident Spies	Treat one secret action per turn as if its ZoI was centered on the capital of a Stellar Power you have an embassy with. Target must be Close, Adjacent, or within the capital region	Broadcasting Tech or Spies (resource), One or More Embassies	Slot
Star Galleons	On a great success of a buyout (18) you gain control of a second Open TP if one in the region is available.	"Trade League", Metal	Slot
Sublight Thrusters	+2 to TactM	Fuel	Engines
Targeting Software	+1 to TactM rolls	Hard Metal	Reconissance and Divination
War Beasts	+1 to battle rolls	Fauna	War Machines and Live Weaponry