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[Senator Ardios Eldrilith]

((OOC: Military liassons from all factions with assets in the war (military fleets or scanning fleets) are invited to the ministry of defence.))


A large group of military personnel and military liasons from mulitple factions had gathered in the war room of the Ministry of Defence.

Senator Ardios Eldrilith walked into the room with several aides.

"Thank you all for coming. The briefing will start soon."

Senator Ardios Eldrilith sat down looking at the big screen for the briefing to start.

[Alexander Giambastiani]

Minutes later the Union Defence Fleet UDF-RES-6 opened a channel. On the screen you could look directly onto the bridge of the flag ship of the Union Defence Fleet. In the middle of the screen Admiral Alexander Giambastiani waited for the connection to be established.

This is Admiral Alexander Giambastiani commander of the Union Defence Fleets.

I am here to give you all an update on our current military situation.

The UDF-CORE-14 has entered 10 -4 and is currently joining the battle against Slave Rebellion Fleet 7. They have reported that the Slave Rebellion Fleet is boxed in and will suffer heavy losses soon when the Veolians fleets engage with their full force. We expect the Slave Rebellion forces to either retreat from the sector or be destroyed in about 5 .

However the bulk of our forces have entered 12 -3. We have actively engaged the forces around the Stellaria Argentum system.

The UDF-RIM-21 is currently engaging Slave Rebellion Fleet 11, their medium sized fleet.
The UDF-RES-6 is engaging Slave Rebellion Fleet 23, their largest fleet with the most offensive power.

In the meantime UDF-RIM-7 is setting up a blockade on the Stellaria Argentum system. Since the Slave Rebellion has connected all their supplies fleets from this system we are now cutting them off. At best this will cost them dearly forcing them to surrender, however we expect that we can at least force an advantage out of it while they switch their supply routes.

Unfortunately we do not have the resources to deal with the armies on the Remunzian homeworld at this moment."

Alexander paused for a second and look on his console.

"Rear Admiral Elaris we have been informed that the Veh Halitra fleet is currently moving towards 12 -3 and is awaiting instructions. Although we are not sure how the Slave Rebellion will react to the presence of our fleets our current plan is to continue breaking down their supply lines.

When the Veh Halitra fleet arrives we would like you to take over on the blockade on the Stellaria Argentum system. The UDF-RIM-7 will rejoin the battle and force an advantage against the Slave Rebellion fleets.

Any questions?

[Elaris]

An assistance walked into the room and set up a communication channel with the Hiocan fleet.

"This is Rear Admiral Eleris of the Veh Halitra fleet. We are now arriving in 12, -3 in a few hours we will be there joining the battle. I will make a small detour so we can get them by surprise from behind."

((OOC: Assuming new ruling about blockade, so take another action and go for surrounding them.))

[Amira Suzumia]

Lady-Admiral Suzumia walked into the room, after having been cleared.

"Lady, Gentlemen." She greeted.

"The ACN First Fleet has engaged the enemy from the right in the Adii Nasla System. With the Praetorian fleet on the left, we are in an ideal position to catch them in a crossfire and thin out their numbers considerably."

[Shebi Sundara]

After having received the invitation, the Veolian embassy relayed the message to the Imperial Court, where a miltary liaison was appointed the same day: Air Comodore Shebi Sundara.

The veolian air comodore was on time, even after going through the necessary security measures herself. She brings with her a single other veolian woman, Dewa Sonali, who appears to have a superficial resemblence to the chancellor for those not versed in recognizing veolians.

Not knowing the ranks and titles of everyone present, she opts to simply acknowledge everyone that enters with a nod before sitting down when the minister himself did so.

"Respectfully, admiral Giambastiani, I disagree with the assessment that the Slave Rebellion forces in 10 -4 will retreat or be destroyed in about 5 . I am of the opinion that this short period is a very optimistic estimate. While they might seem disorganized, their tactics so far in their war efforts against the Hutt families have shown significant cunning and use of unorthodox equipment and techniques to secure victories.

And a retreat might be more problematic than we expect, given the large number of small vessels that would scatter into all directions we would not be able to pursue unless we split up our fleets, thereby risking a second Slave Rebellion fleet that is disciplined in its attacks upon our now-split-up fleets.

I think we should give the Slave Rebellion military command and experience the respect it deserves, and not assume that they went into this invasion without a plan."

((OOC: Chriz: Alexander Giambastiani is on the wiki as a PC of yours. Is that correct, or is he actually an NPC and did you forget to edit that part of the wiki page after using the character creator?))

[Alexander Giambastiani]

One week later on the next briefing a new secured channel was opened.

"We have now succesfully engaged the enemy in 12 -3. Unfortunately we don't have the numbers for a quick and decisive battle.

We have seen great progress in 10 -4. The Veolian, Astrian and Praetorian Fleets are dealing with the threat.
The UDF-CORE-14 fleet has reported that joining this battle will only cause collateral damage to the Adii Nasla System. Therefor they have been re-tasked to 12 -3.

Unfortunately the enemy is defending the Remunzian homeworld fiercly preventing us from setting up a blockade. As long as the Remunzian homeworld can be used to supply the Slave Rebellion military fleets we will have a hard time to force them out of Union territory."

The admiral paused for a moment.

"Air Comodore Shebi Sundara in response to your reaction of last week I would like to say that we do not want to underestimate the Slave Rebellion. We don't see the war finished in 5 . However with the current progression the battle in 10 -4 could be finished in 5 if the situation does not change drastically. "

[Alexander Giambastiani]

((OOC: Any idea how to change the "PC" of this character to "NPC" on the forum?))

[Shebi Sundara]

"It is exactly this drastic change that makes me think we shouldn't underestimate them. While our troops are clearly superior to the mercenaries employed by the Hutt, it is folly to think ourselves so superior that no ploy by the Slave Rebellion can succeed. I urge caution when engaging them, especially if they are outnumbered in fleets."

[Elaris]

"The Slave Rebellion is building Planetary Defence Zones on Remunzia, one after another. Something needs to be done about it. Further there are still two armies on the surface and the Remunzian population will still be in danger as the resent suicide run of Slave Rebellion fleet 11 has shown that they will use all means."

[Alexander Giambastiani]

"The ministry of defence does not have any armies to fight the slave rebellion forces on the ground. Bombarding them from orbit will have the same effect as the Slave Rebellion attacks, we believe this is not an option.

We ask for all Union members with Armies to come to the aid of the Remunzians. We will need at least 2 Armies to counter the enemy armies on the surface."

[Shebi Sundara]

((OOC: I take it that Alexander Giambastiani's lack of holotext is an OOC error and that he is not actually present in the room now?))

[Senator Ardios Eldrilith]

"The Praetorian Empire is willing to commit the Omnipotari Security Forces to the battle on Remunzia. They are already loaded on the Praetorian Primary Fleet and could be in the sector in 1 .

The Ministry of Defence is willing to subsidize this effort. We would like to know what other factions have standing armies that can get in the sector in less than 5 . Please step up if your faction is willing to weigh in on this battle with an army."

[Shebi Sundara]

"As always, the Veolian Commonwealth stands ready to defend its allies.

We have three armies that are ready to do battle. Our imperial guard is already aboard a fleet capable of reaching the Stellaria Argentum system in 2 . They could be deployed immediately."

"Our other two armies are currently on Mirda. We are willing to commit these to the liberation effort, but have no timely method of transportation available.

We would need to step down our fleets for an orderly attachment of armies, something that would also compromise the security of our systems. Based on the latest intelligence reports I have seen, at least one of the Slave Rebellion fleets is unaccounted for. Since the Slave Rebellion has shown the capability to attack as far inwards in Union territory as the Adii Nasla system our fleets can not be stood down as they must be ready to defend our territory."

"Unless no additional security is provided, we are not in a position to send more than one army. We cannot leave our own world undefended while we commit more forces. However, if we can secure our home world, we can commit an additional army to the liberation in 5 by standing down the Dewa fleet, attaching their army and immediately beginning full-scale deployment."

[Alexander Giambastiani]

The UDF-RES-6 opened a channel. Admiral Alexander Giambastiani appeared on the screen.

"I report to you all with grave news. Both the Slave Rebellion Fleet 11 and Slave Rebellion Fleet 23 have been destroyed. However this has not been without losses. The Slave Rebellion has fired nuclear weapons on the Remunzian population. We are afraid that millions of lives are lost. Both the UDF CORE 10 and the Hiocan Veh Halitra fleet have suffered heavy casualties when the Slave Rebellion Fleet 11 started a suicide run onto the planet. Many brave warriors died protecting Remunzia from this horrific act.

With the Radiation on Remunzia we implore all of you to act quickly. We must eliminate the Slave Rebellion armies that are still on Remunzia to be able to save the rest of the population and possibly start an evacuation of areas that have been hit by the radiation. The Union Defence Fleets are keeping an open corridor to bring armies of Union Factions onto the planet in 308."

[Joyce Andrasto]

"The Sundarian Federation is also willing to aid in the liberation effort. Our army is already loaded on to our fleet, which is currently gearing up for a combat ready state. By our current estimates we should be arriving in the Stella Argentum System in about 3 .

Who is to command the liberation armies and what contact do we have with the Remunzian security forces?"

[Shebi Sundara]

"I suggest that union member with the strongest armies takes command. That this would be the Veolian Commonwealth in this case.", the veolian representative states with practiced nonchalance, as if simply stating the weather or some other abundantly clear fact.

"Furthermore, we will also commit at least two armies to the liberation effort, and to ensure a orderly transition from the current occupation to a provisional government until it is clear what the state of the Silver Forests of Remunzia is after the bombardments."

[Elaris]

"The Hiocan Society army is willing to help and is located on Hio. As our fleet is heavely damaged, but can still functions, we would like to ask if one of the Unoin fleet could transport our army. We can provide a support fleet and in return we could perform piracy patrol."

((OOC: OC, rules state that home port of fleets needs to be in the same system as army. We got 1 trade fleet free, so Unoin fleet could relocated home port and take our army to Remunzia.))

[Alexander Giambastiani]

"It seems we have four factions that are willing to commit their armies. We believe one army of each faction should be enough.

In such impossible situations the Jedi are the most logical choice to lead the army. In fact there are two Jedi already on Remunzia that we have trusted with our lives before. They have proven themselves more than capable in the battle against the Mandalorians.

However we might have some trouble contacting them at the moment as they are somewhere on Remunzia."

[Shebi Sundara]

Shebi Sundara's expression quickly changed when the commander was done talking.

"Commander, can you explain this "impossible situation" that we are apparently in?", she asks, "And which Jedi are you refering to?"

[Amira Suzumia]

"The Astrian Colonial Marines First Army will also join the liberation effort." The Astrian Lady-Admiral said, having observed the discussion till now. "There was a slight communications error, so we will be a bit late. Once on site, we can provide artillery support and our ODSTs can act as a rapid response unit."

Her expression turned.

"However, we will not submit to external control, not even to Jedi. We will cooperate to the best of our ability, but we will keep our own command structure. Personally, I don't think we need the Jedi."

[Shebi Sundara]

"Admiral Suzumia, could you elaborate on what you mean with 'not submitting to external control'?"

"Because that sounds to me like the ACA is not actually willing to form part of an organized liberation effort. In any military operation there need to be a clear responsibilities. If one of the units is suddenly going to form their own plan it is better that this unit does not participate at all..."

She had not forgotten that the questions she posed to the union commander, but this was more important.

[Senator Ardios Eldrilith]

"A military incursion on the homeworld of a Union member will be organized by the Union military. Admiral Giambastiani is in control of the liberation effort of Remunzia. He will command the invasion and be accountable for what happens on Remunzia. If you are not willing to work together with the Union Defence Fleets, don't go to Remunzia."

Ardios paused for a moment and turned towards Shebi Sundara.

"The two Jedi that were mentioned by the Admiral are Shebi Ajava and Ariana Danacia. Both Jedi have been instrumental in the Mandalorian war and have proven themselves in battle when it comes to commanding fleets. If Admiral Giambastiani wants to give ground control to them he has my blessing."

[Pedro Condottiero]

"The Praetorian Primary Fleet will travel to 12 -3 in 307. Are other factions ready to deploy their armies in 308 as well or do we need to delay?"

[Amira Suzumia]

"If that is what my words implied, commodore Shebi, then let me clarify. The Colonial Marines are trained with a certain command structure, messing with it by putting outsiders into that command structure would reduce the efficacy of the Army. I find that to be ill advised."

"The First Army itself will accept orders from an appropriate military officer of the Union military, Admiral Giambastiani or a Union general would be acceptable."

The Astrian Lady-Admiral paused a moment.

"Minister, as representative of the Astrian Colonial Military, I formally object against putting these Jedi in charge of ground forces. There is quite the difference between commanding fleets against the organised fleets of the Mandalorians and leading a ground offensive against dug in Slave Rebellion troops. This will be a planetary siege operation, a completely different kind of combat. As powerful as jedi may be as warriors, I do not believe they posses the relevant qualities necessary to lead ground forces in this manner."

"As for our ETA, the ACN First Fleet can be in 12 -3 in 311. We will be able to deploy the ACM First Army in 312."

[Shebi Sundara]

"The veolian armies will accept command of Admiral Giambastiani, and any Jedi of sufficient rank he wishes to appoint.", Shebi Sundara acknowledges the minister's decree.

"The Veolian Commonwealth can have its armies arriving in 12 -3 in 309, meaning we can begin deployment at the earliest in 310."

"While we could have one of our armies present at an earlier moment, we will not have our forces split up and part of multiple deployment waves. Nothing good has ever come from steadily sending troops at the enemy in sequential formation. I suggest that the time of the actual deployment will be 312."

Having explained her position on accepting orders from external parties, and the arrival schedule of the veolian armies, she turns her attention to the astrian admiral.

"Admiral Suzumia, it seems you have not been informed very well about the Jedi that are on Remunzia. I know for a fact that Shebi Ajava has several decades worth of military training, and at least a decade of that is training in ground operations and military command. She is a Jedi Master and daughter of House Shebi. There is no doubt in my mind that she far surpasses all of us in insight, proficiency and leadership when it comes to the battlefield, whether this battlefield is in space with fleets as pieces, or planetside with armies and regiments as pieces is immaterial.

Do you really doub the Jedi's proficiency, or is your objection not one on grounds of proficiency, but rather of politics?"