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<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Story 1, Entry 5</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“Raiders, freighters and secrets”</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Freighter Mary McKay just cleared loading
arm 3. All lights green.” I updated Mr. Charles, or hammer, as they often
called the traffic boss. He stomped onto the control room floor in regular
fashion, a mug of coffee always with him. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Finally, took the crew long enough to
get her loaded. Put in an order to check the flow regulators on the pumps and
make sure the filters got changed. Shouldn’t have taken this long, even for a
big girl like that.” He replied. He walked over to one of the windows. He was
one of those bosses you could tell was always solving or considering a dozen
problems at a time but that was his job and he was known as one of the best traffic
bosses in the business. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Did that maintenance team get the condenser
changed out on the number seven separator yet?” He asks to the room as he
looked out the window at different angles. From that side he could see the freighter,
and the gas giant Argus 2 not that far off in the distance, covering up most of
the view. If you strained and knew where to look, you could make out one or two
of the giant extractors in low orbit. The extractors constantly took in the
atmosphere of the planet, took out what gases it was programmed to for storage
and latter transfer to the main facility. Once here, on the main platform the gas
would be liquified, purified and stored until transfer to a freighter like the
Mary McKay just leaving. I don’t know who Mary McKay was but must be nice to
have a ship named after you, even a corporate freighter. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“They reported they are sealing up the
compartment now, should be able to begin start up in an hour or so.” Daniels
answered in an effort to please his new boss, fresh higher, always the same, if
they only knew the boss they wouldn’t bother. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Christ considering all the money corp
spent on equipment and brainpower you would think someone here could make
coffee you could drink instead of chew.” The hammer said as he spit into the
mug. He shook his head while walking over to another window close to me. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“They sure aren’t the talking type.” He said
with a casual look to me while nodding out the window. I didn’t have to look
out the window to know what he meant. From that window you could see the same
thing since the day we arrived to set up house. An Imperial warship. I was told
it was equal to a destroyer class. It was one of three located close by. I had
been glancing at it for over a month now and still wasn’t used to it. It was
just so different from our boats. Metallic blue hull. Dark ruby red trim. The main
weapons were in turrets but didn’t look much like what the Commonwealth had.
The ship had smooth rounded lines, not like ours. You could just tell it was
high tech. It looked faster than what we had, and rumor was that all their
ships had really powerful energy barriers along with better electronics and
other hi tech gear. I should have felt safe with them here. Just none of us
knew if they were really here to protect us or to keep an eye on us. I heard
their commander came over for a dinner when we first arrived but that has been
the only face to face meeting, at all. Like the boss said, not the social type.
</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Boss, my screen just woke up. I’m getting
three unknowns on long range trackers. Coming in at 132, there a way’s off, low
and fast. Possible raiders. There coming our way, don’t know if their after us
or the Mary. Trying to get a tracking fix.” Elaina announced from behind me in
a surprised and concerned voice. Mr. Charles walked towards Elaina’s station,
calm but quickly. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Put the facility on lock down. Begin
charging up the point defense grid. Confirm the Mary and our protection are
tracking them to. Must have come from behind one of the other gas giants. I
knew this area smelled bad. Give me an open channel.” The traffic boss continued
while he looked over Elaina’s station.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I checked the information coming in on my
board. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“Sir the Mary McKay has
confirmed contact and the lead Imperial ship just sent an acknowledgment
signal. You have an open line to the facility.” I answered after a few quick
taps on my screen. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“This is the traffic boss. We have three
incoming unknowns. They may be hostile so we might get a shake up in the
regular routine. Everyone get to your stations and secure. Stay calm and do
your jobs. I will let you know more as soon as I do.” He finished before
turning back to us.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Okay,
so much for the pep talk, someone tell me something I don’t know.” Mr. Charles
continued, a small grin to assure everyone. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“The Mary has activated her defensive
systems and has changed coarse back to us. I have better feed back on the three
unknows. I am picking up weapon mount signatures so guess that answers that.
The three Imperials are starting to move to intercept. Looks like they have
raised their barriers and increased power out put to weapons and engines. Just
with this civilian grade equipment its hard to get very detailed readings on
them.” Elaina answered, taking a moment to look up at the boss. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Well at least it doesn’t look like they
gonna leave us to the wolves. From what I heard if they activate their full targeting
and jamming your not gonna see nothing on that screen but haze.” He answered as
he took a sip of a new batch of coffee just handed to him. He took a sip and
nodded as if to say better. He then walked over to the window he would be able
to see the raiders from, if they were a lot closer. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Boss I got two new contacts. Mark 212.
There coming out from behind Argus. There close. Ones another raider, the other
looks like a smaller freighter with modifications, she’s picking up a lot of
speed for a freighter. I, I think there heading to the Mary McKay.” Elaina spit
out in a somewhat panicked tone.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Now we know the missing part. The first
three are just to pull the guard dogs away from the sheep. They plan to take
the Mary, or at least as much of her cargo as they can grab. I hope our watch
dogs are paying attention. Signal the Mary to come in as close as she can. Well
give her what support we can.” Mr. Charles answered as he shook his head with a
smirk. He seemed to know this was going to happen, like he had seen it before.
The only one in the room not surprised. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-39415448268202087082020-09-01T07:56:00.002-07:002020-09-01T07:56:26.625-07:00Story 1, Entry 4
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Story 1 Entry 4</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“The mouse and the bunta”</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The governor then gestured for me to sit
down at the corner of the large conference table. He took a seat next to me and
pushed a drink to me. He then seemed to pause in thought before looking
straight at me with the same purpose he had done when I first entered the room.
</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“You live on one of the boarder systems.
You know that we, I can not stop what the humans have done. They have unique
qualities Koreth like the general will never see. Our people’s interest in them
can not be changed. Despite the disruption from small extreme groups on both
sides all the information I receive draws me to the same place. The humans have
influenced our people with there ideas in ways no other species has been able
to. It goes against five hundred years of tradition, but it won’t be stopped.”
He started, looking down at his drink.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Sooner or later the Emperor will find out
and his reaction will be swift, predictable and most likely violent. If I am to
save my people and the humans, we need them. We need their unwavering support
and despite what the general thinks we need their military. It’s the only
chance we have to change the Emperor and the council’s thoughts on the matter.”
He continued with a short taste from the glass. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Governor, I am a little confused or not
properly informed. If you want, feel you need the humans political and military
support, why did you refuse to allow them to send their own warships as
escorts?” I asked after a moment to realize he was sharing with me thoughts not
many others knew of. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Are you familiar with a small fur covered
animal among the humans they call a mouse? It is a lot like the buntas we have
on our home world, and others.” He said, looking at me with a smile. I shook my
head no; I had not heard of this mouse.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>“They, like the buntas are small scavengers that hide and reproduce at a
rapid rate to survive. This mouse animal has the most basic of instincts, it is
very cautious of any thing new. They thrive in buildings with a water and food
source and just like buntas are difficult to get ride of. Do you know the best
way to capture them, all of them?” The governor asked, although the question
seemed to just be a pause in his thoughts not intended for me to really answer.
Again, I just motioned my head no.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“They are over cautious and suspicious of
anything new to their environment. If one entices them with a treat but then
traps them. You will catch one or a couple, but the rest will learn that the
treat means death and is to be avoided. So, you will have the remainder still
in your house, still unable to catch or control them.” He continued with small color
changes in his skin as he looked past me. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“So, you offer the treat with out a trap.
After they take it you give them more. You do this for a certain length of
time. You allow them to become accustom to the treat. You teach them to become
even dependent on it. Soon all the buntas in your house will come to the same
spot, at the same time, expecting the same treat.” The governor said with a
smile, turning his look back to me.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“At that time, you set out the trap. At
that moment you catch them all, at one time, you have them. You use patience
and time. Two things the Imperium practices with reliable consistency. The
humans know enough about our traditions to know that allowing military access
from the very beginning would go against hundreds of years of policy. I think
they are smart enough, have enough instincts just like the buntas, their mouse
animals that they would be overly cautious, suspicious perhaps become hesitant.
So, we will offer them the treat first. Then another. We will wait as they
become comfortable with what we offer. We will wait until they come to expect
it, want it, perhaps even feel they have earned the right to demand it.” The
governor took another quick drink. He then leaned over to me. Looked into my
eyes. It was then I saw the intense face of a Koreth that had been deep in
planning for a long time.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Then we will let their military in. We
will let them set up limited bases, in secrete. We will let them make a
military commitment to us and we will let them think it was their idea, their
wise planning. Then we will have them, all of them, all their support. They
will be unwilling to give up the treats they have become so accustomed to and
they will be willing to fight to keep them. We will have trapped them all.” He
finished with a slow nod. He allowed a small smile and color change to a soft
blue as he rose from his seat. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The meeting was over, the purpose of it
had already begun and I just now learned of my part in it. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-85094866784356290372020-08-21T11:39:00.000-07:002020-08-21T11:39:10.338-07:00Story 1, Entry 3
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Story 1, Entry 3</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“Porakath onchon, governor”</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Tap, tap, tap went my finger on my info
pad. I have been to the governor’s office a number of times through the years
as my duties required but I never seemed to get as comfortable with it as I was
hoping for. There were several others in the waiting area besides me. Some
obviously administrators, managers and the like. Two were military and I would
say fleet by the uniforms but not currently with commands. I can’t put it in
words but officers that were assigned to warships always carried themselves a
little different then those that never had.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The chairs were comfortable enough, the
walls covered with quality decorations and copies of old art. The large window
gave a fine view of the capital below, busy as always. I had seen it before and
many others like it. I just wanted to get on with the reason I was here, to
report my updated information after my latest meeting with my counter part Mr.
Baldwin. I don’t know if I was requested to report in person because of secrecy
or because the governor wanted to make sure he had all his questions answered. Hopefully
I would soon find out. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Vorathan Sarra of the Markie lineage?”
The assistant stated to the room as he stood to look us all over. I grabbed my
info pad, stood up, pulled my dress uniform down tight and responded. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“That is me, I am here.” I said. I went
ahead and started to walk to him assuming it was now my turn. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Governor Kathruth Kaul of the Andul
lineage has called for you, through that entrance.” He replied, pointing to the
large obvious door that I couldn’t imagine anyone getting confused over. I
nodded as I walked pass. He gave me a simple smile and nod that he obviously
displayed countless times a day with little variation. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Governors office was as I remembered
it a combination of many task, like the position itself. To one side was an old
shelf full of an even older collection of books with written word. Extremely
valuable to the right collector I would think. Then, on the other side of the
room was a modern conference table equipped with all the modern assortments of
holographic imagining and various modes of communication. Two individuals
awaited me as I walked inside, I recognized them both, most Koreth in this
province would. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The governor was behind his desk of wood
and metal. The other was to the side near the window, he turned to face me, and
I recognized him as the highest ranking general in the provincial fleet. His
uniform was clean, neat but lacked the attention to small details of age. It
matched his face and general appearance. He was a career officer of many
battles both in space and in conference rooms. His face offered wisdom,
hardness and tradition, all the makings of an ideal Imperial general. His skin
remained a dull grey, revealing no emotion, a practiced trait for someone in
his position. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Porakath onchon.” The governor said with
his attention still focused on a small screen to one side of his desk.”</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Greetings to you governor.” I responded
with my choice of human English. I was hoping the choice would help dismiss any
concerns they may have as to my knowledge of everything related to my duties to
the Imperium. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Very good ambassador, I see you to have
been practicing these humans’ languages. My daughter has been my best teacher,
I’m sure you know how the younger generation seems to be so easily embracing
everything human, music, fashion, even religion in some circles. Agree or
disagree it is the root of all the issues we now see staring back at us or do
you see things differently? I can only wonder at the added inefficiency caused
by having more than one language. It is my understanding that they have over fifteen
popular ones used, and countless other lesser ones, although English seems to
be most common in the boarder systems for whatever reason.” The governor asked
of me, looking up, directly at me before beginning to move from behind his
desk.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“The humans own many practices that make
them…………so interesting to our youth and others? I am starting to work on
another common language, Spanish, but I have a distance to go on it.” I replied,
attempting to be diplomatic in my response since I was not sure of the governor’s
politics and intentions.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Well, I can only hope that for my needs,
one will be enough.” The governor replied, walking to a back shelf with an
assortment of drinks. I could see the age of duty on him, but he seemed to
carry it well. Still with a spark of spirit unusual for a politician of his
age. Interesting. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“So, let us forward move with some of the
issues before us. I’m sure you know general Tarka Drajja of the Dradoss lineage
and can understand the need for his presence here?” The governor continued,
pointing to the general with one hand and gesturing if I wanted a drink with
the other.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Yes, I can. To that, I would like to
start out by saying that the humans agreed to all our, your conditions. They
were not to happy about the military issue, but they are in agreement and ready
to proceed. In fact, my counterpart has informed me they are already making preparations
for the first convoy of ships.” I replied with a humble since of accomplishment
on my part. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Good, there is no justifiable reason they
should have an issue with relying on our ships to protect theirs. These humans
are just as troubled with a conflict of pride and arrogance as all the rest.
They should be grateful we have offered to protect them. Their militaries
capabilities are notable behind us, as is always the case. They are a simple species
with little knowledge of what they truly need to know. However, you have addressed
my main concern. Commerce is one thing but to allow even their obsolete
warships into our home systems, chaos and nonsense poured into the same cup,
waiting to be spilled all over the place and make a mess.” General Tarka
unexpectedly responded. He walked forward shaking his head as his ears moved
about and his skin turned slightly red in spots. The timing of his response
surprised me but not the response. Every military officer considered not just
the humans but all other species to be inferior in the art of war and unable to
speak its language with the same mastery as the Imperium.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“I am glad to hear that general, now would
you mind stepping outside for a few moments so I can finish with the ambassador.
Afterwards please return so we can finalize a few remaining issues.” The governor
asked of the general as he walked closer to me and raised a hand to the door. The
general nodded and seemed to return to a more reserved disposition. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“I should check for any recent
communications so yes that will be fine. I will return after a short time governor.”
He responded as he turned and left the room. A room I suddenly felt grow smaller.</span></p>
Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-88396984405854773132020-08-14T06:42:00.003-07:002020-08-14T06:43:27.565-07:00Stars Reach Short Story Series , Story 1, Entry 2
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Story 1, Entry 2</span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“Futures Ventured” </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Thank you, Mr. Baldwin, for a most
interesting presentation. I’m glad the I.P.I.S. seems to be working well today,
your image and voice remained very clear throughout.” Admiral Tully commented
as I finished summarizing the information that Vorathan had given to me a few
weeks ago. I was glad the holographic image of me in my office was clean and
clear. I found few things more frustrating than trying to have an important
meeting when the Inter Planetary Information System was not connecting well. It
had taken some time to make the arrangements for the small audience to meet, I
would not want to have to try and reschedule because of a bad connection for
any number of reasons. After sharing my meeting, they seemed to have the same
looks of surprise I must have had that day. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Mr. Baldwin, in your experience do you
feel the Governor would be willing to compromise on some of his conditions? The
area he has suggested is not just isolated, but I remember some reports of
pirate activity in that area and even two unconfirmed reports of small Trazari
raiding party sightings. Not exactly the safest neighborhood to set up shop.”
Admiral Yuan asked in his usual heavy Chinese accent. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“I could give you a long diplomatic answer
but to the point, no Sir, I doubt it.” I replied after little thought. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Not even if you explained to them our
concern for the protection of our people and if the military escort was kept
small. We could even coordinate with their military. If they are really
interested in developing a more open relationship you could impress on them
this gesture would go a long way.” The admiral followed up with. I couldn’t
tell if he was attempting to convince me or himself. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Sounds like the Koreth want to use us as
test subjects to see how dangerous industrial operations will be in that area,
their area, before they risk their own people?” <a name="_Hlk48134616">Secretary
MacMorre </a>chimed in. He was one of the Prime ministers’ top advisors, lifelong
politician and just more testimony to the importance of this meeting. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Ladies and gentlemen, from what I have learned
about the Koreth from what history we know about them and personal contact from
living on this boarder system planet for the last 12 years is that they may be
slow to react but they are thoughtful and move with purpose with each action.”
I started to answer. I couldn’t help but tilt my head down as I rubbed my chin
with my right hand and started to pace around my office. It was a long-standing
habit I went to when trying to focus my thoughts and words. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“They have assured us that they will
provide a military presence in the area to protect our people. I have no reason
to doubt they will do as they say, and I assure you their ships are more than a
match for any amount of pirate or other threat in the area. Historically they
are very protective of claimed space and that tradition would override any benefit
gained by allowing our ships to be put at risk vs their own, I would think.” I
continued. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“You have to keep in mind, traditionally
the Koreth have a single overriding principle when they encounter another
species capable of FTL travel. That species is viewed as a present or future threat
and in their thinking the only logical response is to either conquer or subjugate
the possible threat. What they are offering goes against almost 500 years of
tradition. I can’t tell you why now, why us, why here. I can only tell you that
it is a rare opportunity and the potential benefits must out weight any risk.”
I concluded with what I hoped were the right words. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Still, I would feel better if we used our
own military ships to provide security. Our ships are also more than capable of
dealing with any possible threat, I would argue they are the most advance and
capable in this sector of the galaxy and have the best leadership and crews any
vessel could have.” Admiral Tully added. She had a reputation for being almost
overly confident in the Commonwealths military and she wasn’t the only one. She
has also been rumored to have always preferred a military solution to problems
in the past. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had to admit, the Commonwealths new
generation of warships were a large leap forward, by our standards. Unlike the
others in that room my image was being projected into so far away on earth
because of were I was I have seen one of the Imperial warships up close, five
years ago. Compared to what I saw, I doubt the Koreth would be overly impressed
with our progress by their standards. There was good reason they had the
largest empire we had yet encountered. It was no accident or luck they occupied
over half of the entire Perseus arm of the galaxy. I only hope this group and others
in their position fully understood that and all it implied. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“I agree Mr. Baldwin, we can not pass up
this opportunity and need to play it out. I imagine the real challenge will be
in deciding which corporations get the trade rights, but that is another debate
for another day. I am happy to hear any closing thoughts by the others in this
room before I make my final recommendation to the Prime minister. Mr. Baldwin,
again, thank you for your report, you are dismissed. Some one will be in touch
soon I imagine.” Secretary MacMorre commented with a wave of his hand and a
tone of conclusion. </span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I nodded and with the push of a button they
and the conference room faded away. I had done my part; I had pushed the next
domino down. I couldn’t help but wonder if I had pushed any others down, I
couldn’t see. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p><p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-17447593288770512242020-08-11T08:53:00.001-07:002020-08-13T10:29:01.319-07:00Stars Reach Short Story Series, Story 1, Entry 1<div>In an effort to generate some fun and added interest in the Stars Reach Universe I am going to be doing a series of short story segments or episodes. They will all be short, provide a look into the universe and most will give some ideas for scenarios to play out. So enjoy, feel free to comment and happy gaming!</div><div><br /></div><div>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Story 1, Entry 1</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Casual diplomacy,
in the casual way" </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>"Have you made your mid-day food
selection?" The Koreth waiter asked in a successful attempt to intrude on
my thoughts of when my longtime friend would show up and what the meeting might
be for.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Yes, I have, but
I'm waiting on some one, I could use a topping off." I replied, giving my
half empty glass a shake. The waiter nodded and turned away. Despite the humble
restaurant uniform covering most of his body a momentary red discoloration
flashed on his normally grey skinned neck, just above the collar. The Koreth
used changes in skin color to help communicate basic emotions, red was
displeasure, anger or in my case irritation. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">It was then I noticed my
friend, my equal in diplomatic circles enter from the wood framed door. I
stood, followed by a wave. He nodded and made his way over. The reverse angled
legs of Koreth gave them a different pace from humans, his old age gave him a
slightly different pace from other Koreth. His cloths were regular, unassuming.
His look casual, he, Vorathan, gave nothing out of the ordinary for others to
notice. I smiled and nodded before we both sat down.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">He was always just a
little late for our meetings. I used to think he did it to gain some type of
advantage but after 12 years I think it was just his way. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Family?"
Vorathan asked, his bat like ears leaning forward as he gave me a solid look
before observing the list of food choices, he probably knew by heart. This was
his favorite small restaurant in the whole capital. Good food, no excitement, a
place to be seen but not noticed. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Good, my oldest
starts flight school next month. My youngest, well she is still passing her
lesson plans. My wife is still happy, so I am to." I responded. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"So, my old friend,
what's the urgency, not like you. Is the unrest causing more of a stir than I
know?" It wasn't normal to skip small talk and get to the point, but his
message seemed to justify it. I for one knew I wouldn't be able to enjoy my
lunch not knowing so I broke with normal diplomatic unwritten rules. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Getting impatient
in your old age or we are just too good of friends now? My boss has decided to
accept your governments offer, with conditions." Vorathan replied with an
emotionless stare into my eyes. I had to take a moment to observe his
unexpected directness before replying. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Really? Why now,
after all the years?" I had to wonder out loud.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"The continued
increase in tension between our peoples on all four of the boarder systems is
part of it. There are other reasons I cannot say. I can tell you it is in the
best interest of both sides. He wants to keep his people, his family safe. A
new opportunity for cooperation could help with this he thinks. The governor
assumes your people are still interested?" Vorathan finished, glancing
down at the food list. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Interested. Yes,
there are several corporations very interested in securing trade rights in
Imperium space, on any level, even a small one...….to start with. The military
and politicians will be mixed but give into private pressure as usual. How does
your bosses boss feel about this?" I asked, leaning forward across the
small table.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"My bosses’ boss
does not know, and you already knew that. You have been a diplomate to the
Imperium long enough to know what the Emperor and his advisory councils’ policy
and our traditions say about such things." He answered with a slight
change in tone, leaning forward as well. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"A small number of
civilian mining and refining ships only, some remote location, no military I
assume?" I asked to confirm what I already knew. It all made much more
sense now. For a provincial governor to take actions he has sworn not to and without
the Emperors blessing is no small act nor is the consequences. I had no idea
today was to be so historical in nature. Commonwealth ships in Imperium home
territory on unofficial, official business. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Yes and no. Here is
the official unofficial offer to make it official." He replied as he slides
a small info chip across the table to my hand.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Do us all the
convince of seeing it delivered quickly and don't lose it, I don't have a
copy." Vorathan said in an attempt at human humor and to lighten an
otherwise very serious discussion disguised as small talk.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Is this really
going to happen? I feel like I am holding just the first of many domino's and
haven't a clue where the last one will land." I commented as the waiter
decided he needed to return to the table. </span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #050505; font-family: "inherit",serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"Change is constant
and needed, even within the Imperium. Your Commonwealth, your species, you
humans seem to thrive on change in all its forms. I think we may put that to
the test in the coming times. Now not to ruin lunch let me tell you of my
family while we eat my favorite choices." Vorathan responded. His voice
was casual, but his skin was black in spots. Concern, black meant deep concern.</span></p>
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<br />Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-12185362191958562242020-06-19T07:35:00.001-07:002020-06-19T07:37:20.849-07:00Phi Kari Union information for Colonial Battlefleets - Stars ReachThe following is information on the latest Stars Reach faction the Phi Kari Union. The information being presented is in the same format used in the Stars Reach Expansion and also uses information from the basic core rules. Also we will provide ship stats for the miniatures. Those that play test with the new primary weapon of this faction are welcome to leave feed back on play balance, suggestions, etc.<br />
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Phi-Kari Union<br />
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Special Rules: Every ship receives the battle line bonus for free.<br />
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Faction Special weapon, the Quantum Disruption Cannon. This weapon, the QDC system, fires multiple "layers" of energy that are designed to attack or disrupt energy or mass on the atomic level. The weapon is capable of tremendous damage, has a risky over charge option for "finishing" attacks that are risky but can be decisive. The tech and machinery used requires a lot of space and mass and thus is difficult to fire affectively in more than one arc. For this reason most capital ships simple carry additional weapons in broadside positions instead of allocating all the extra equipment that would be needed to allow the weapon to affectively pivot to different arcs.<br />
This weapon can be fired in either a standard or overcharge mode. The overcharge mode does more damage but runs the risk of a "burn out". To determine if this happens when firing the QDC in overcharge mode IF the attack die, a 1D10 rolls a natural 1 or 2 than the weapon is considered to have taken a critical hit and can not be fired again until repaired. This happens regardless of if the weapon hits or misses its target. What mode it will be fired in is announced at the time it is fired and does not have to be "pre-plotted".<br />
In addition the weapon has double (x2) the normal tonnage cost to mount in a turret or for each additional arc it is allowed to fire in. This is to represent the fact that while the weapon is capable of impressive damage it is very "bulky" relative to other weapon systems. The weapon has a base tonnage of 16 for a single firing arc. Its stats in both modes are as follows:<br />
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QDC Standard Mode: Direct Fire, Attack 1D10, Pen 1D6, S Dmg 8, H Dmg 6<br />
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Faction Tech Levels:<br />
Antimatter Manipulation - 3<br />
Conventional Weaponry - 3<br />
Fighter Technology - 3 <br />
Laser Weaponry - 4<br />
Orbital Construction - 4<br />
Quantum Manipulation - 4<br />
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Armory:<br />
Quantum Disruption Cannon<br />
Gatling Laser<br />
Heavy Laser<br />
Mass Driver<br />
Advanced Mass Driver System (AMDS)<br />
HE Mass Driver<br />
Advance Cluster Munitions<br />
Apocalypse Cannon - Spinal Mount version<br />
Cluster Missile<br />
Reduced Footprint Missile (RFM)<br />
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I will also be adding ship stats (sorry for being hand written) for the miniatures that came out with the second Stars Reach kickstarter. Enjoy and happy gaming!<br />
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This is an updated map of the Star's Reach Universe. Only a few of the factions have mini's as of today. We hope in time to continue fleshing out the rest of the factions. As you can see there are many to choose from, not including the small, neutral systems.<br />
The biggest update is another special area of interest that has been added. It goes by many names but here it is referred to as "The Broken Sector". This area is filled with all manor of space anomalies, destroyed planets, dead and broken stars, worm holes that come and go, just to name a few. No one knows why there is so much unnatural activity in this area. Despite the obvious hazards and dangers the area is also filled with sources of valuable raw materials, alien space craft with unknow tech and other sources of wealth that many, despite the risk find to hard to resist. So the area is filled with official and private ships and crews willing to risk their lives for the chance of untold wealth or to uncover some of the universes closely kept secrets.<br />
The other area of noted interest is the "Star Life Nebula". This is not new to the map but thought it was worth a brief description. As the name suggest this is the only as yet known area of space that supports life forms that live in space, or at least this particular nebula. There are a number of creatures ranging in size and danger. Some could be considered aggressive predator's while others are shy and peaceful in nature. Some are smaller than adult humans while others are as big as a space ship, or bigger. There are always a number of ships operating in this area, some for the purpose of research, others for possible profit and still other ships to simply monitor the activity of what goes on inside this unique area of space.<br />
The other update to the map is an additional faction "The Ascended Technocracy". Enjoy and happy gaming!<br />
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<br />Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-57789063539560084742020-02-25T11:00:00.001-08:002020-02-25T11:07:13.218-08:00CommonWealth for Full Thrust Additional ShipsWith the addition of these three ships there are now spec's for all the CommonWealth ship miniatures currently available for sale. Thanks again to Shawn Bond. Enjoy!<br />
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Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-9507705579272777822020-02-19T07:25:00.000-08:002020-02-25T11:00:38.297-08:00CommonWealth for Full ThrustAs part of my effort to help support the Stars Reach miniature line I plane to present ship spec's for the various ships with different, popular rule sets. Here are a few for Full Thrust to enjoy. Note that in the Stars Reach Universe a DN is not as large as a BB. I would like to give a special thanks to Shawn Bond for taking the time to do these. Happy Gaming!<br />
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Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-45053136259646677192020-01-30T07:38:00.001-08:002020-02-20T13:20:34.489-08:00Phi-Kari Union Faction Background Info First Time Presented<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Phi-Kari Union<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Home world and
physical description:<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Phi-Kari’s
home world is similar to earth but 15% larger. It is dominated by two large
continents, a northern colder one and a southern more tropical one. The planet
is roughly 50% covered by water and at their closest points the two continents
are 900 miles apart. Numerous small islands also dot the surface. These
features played a major part in the evolution of the Phi-Kari. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Phi-Kari
Union is made up primarily of two sub species from the same stock. One, the Phi
evolved on the northern, colder continent while the Kari evolved on the
southern, much warmer one. As a result, while both variants are mostly the same
in appearance and function there are notable difference as a result of the
different climates, they evolved in.<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Phi, on
the northern continent are more compact, denser and stronger than the Kari. The
Kari on the other hand are taller, not as strong but are faster and more agile.
There is little doubt that adapting to the two different climates is
responsible for this difference. The two sub spices tough hide like skin also
have different colored patterns. The Phi tend to have colors of greys and
browns while the Kari are more colorful with various shades of green mixed in
with spots of red, brown and yellow. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
similarities include their basic form. Both versions walk up right on two legs
and have a main body section similar in function to humans. They have two
regular proportioned arms with an additional much smaller pair located around
their hip and stomach area. It has been proven that early on in their evolutionary
development this smaller set of hands had more refined motor skills and was
most likely used for task that required greater agility such as carrying young
and basic tool building. While the larger pair were used for “heavy lifting”
and protection when fighting. All the appendages end in three digits, one
acting as a thumb. It is possible for Phi-Kari to grow notable, sharp and
dangerous claws but in modern times this is frowned upon and they are kept filed
down.<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Phi have a
shorter more compact neck while the Kari have a longer one. Both have a head
that features one pair of eyes in front like humans except that they are set
vertical instead of horizontal. They also have a single eye in the upper middle
of the head that can see what is above them. This most likely served as a
defense against predators such as large birds or other creatures in trees, etc. A mouth full of teeth in the form of a short dog like snot is also present along with an ear on each side, protected by a slightly raised bone ridge.<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Both
variations have reptile like skin and strips of thin, very colorful “feathers”
that start at the back of the head and extend down the back. The females have a
much more colorful version. Though normally flat against the body these thin feathers
of skin will raise up during times of extreme emotion ranging from anger to
fear to sexual attraction and more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is a
male and female version of each with physically noticeable differences and they
lay between 2-4 eggs for reproduction, which has an average cycle time of one
earth year. Mating between the two sub species is possible but until modern medicine, the mortality rate of any offspring remained notably high. <br />
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Brief pre star travel history:<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Because of
climate conditions the Kari to the south were able to transfer to agriculturally
based societies and began to develop technology at a faster pace than the Phi
to the north, that remained in more nomadic groups that followed sources of
food with regular migration patterns. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Eventually it
was the Kari that entered an “age of sail” and discovered the northern
continent and the apparent long-lost cousins that inhabited it. Not
surprisingly the various government bodies of the Kari considered this new
continent as a resource to be claimed and exploited, along with its
inhabitants. The next 400 years were dominated with war after war as the Kari
fought the Phi and each other for control of the northern continent. Eventually
as technology allowed for ever more affective was to kill ever increasing numbers
of all involved it was realized that lasting peace would some how have to be
accomplished or the species would destroy itself. This eventually led to the
Union that brought peace.<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even with
peace a notable level of prejudice among the Kari and resentment among the Phi
remained. Off spring that are a result of the two sub species mating is still meet with mixed opinion, depending on whom you ask. As time goes on it is becoming more common and accepted with some suggesting that eventually the two will become one. It wasn’t until the age of space travel began and the discovery that
they were not alone in the universe that a true culture of unity began. <br />
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Current culture and politics:<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Phi-Kari
has a representation democracy. The government allows other races a limited
amount of travel within its territory although humans enjoy a favored status. Open
trade and a robust industrial base support a strong economy. The Phi-Kari
practice a range of religions and have an uncanny interest in human “pop
culture” in terms of art, music, entertainment, etc. Both sub species have
traditions that have been adopted by the other. For example, the Kari have
contributed an ornate head band known as a marma. This crown has the owner’s
family crest on it as well as other engravings or rare stones to recognize
great feats either they or past family members have accomplished worth
remembering. The quality and value of these obviously vary depending on the
personal wealth of the owner. The Phi have contributed a ritual that requires a
small but painful, self-inflicted cut to be done before entering combat of any
kind that involves life or death. The individual then speaks a traditional
phrase “May my blood allow me to defeat the blood of my enemy.” The act is said
to not just be symbolic, but the quick but sharp pain is meant to heighten the
sense’s for combat. Once done, the wound is not to be healed or tended to until
the fight is over.<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Union
enjoys healthy trade with the Commonwealth and holds humans in high regard. The
two governments have no official alliance, but it is rumored they conduct
regular joint military exercises and have limited exchanges of military
technology. The Union has also been buying a limited amount of military
equipment from the Commonwealth including fairly “modern” fighters, strikers
and bombers to use on their carriers in place of gun boats. The fact that both
share common threats from both the Imperium and the Trazari certainly only fuels
what many consider an unofficial alliance.<br />
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Military ships, weapons and tactics:<br />
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In general,
Union ships are slightly larger than those of other factions due to the nature
of their main weapons system. Like the Commonwealth Phi-Kari warships sacrifice
speed. Unlike the Commonwealth this sacrifice is made to allow greater
firepower. For the purpose of economics and to allow ships both large and small
to use the same tactics their navy uses one main weapon system and uses the
same size version on all warships. Smaller ships simple carry less of them.
This allows destroyers to fight at the same range as capital ships. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This weapon,
the Quantum Disruption Cannon, is designed to disrupt any energy pattern used
for any purpose, including those that naturally occur on the atomic level to
create and maintain mass. The weapon is known for being able to deliver
impressive damage at long ranges but somewhat slow to recharge. The system can
be over charged to allow for even greater range and damage but at the risk of
being overloaded and suffer breakdowns in the form of burn outs, overloads, etc,
to its various parts. The weapon though relatively light weight is very bulky putting
practical limits on firing arcs. To help compensate for this the larger ships,
starting with cruisers, often mount one or more of these weapons to each side
in addition to the main battery facing forward. In practice this means that
most Union capital ships carry a larger number of main guns than other factions
but are not able to always deploy them against the same target simultaneously. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Ironically
this configuration makes the larger ships particular dangers in close quarters
combat even though the weapons original purpose was to give a range advantage.
A common tactic is to use the forward firing weapons while closing with an
enemy and then going into enemy formations to allow “broadside” fire to finish
off heavily damaged targets. This “all around” weapons lay out also has proven
very useful in countering the Trazari ships notable speed advantage since Union
heavy units can bring at least some main weapons onto enemy targets regardless
of which angle they attack from. <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Defensively
speaking Phi-Kari ships have a balance of both harden armor and energy
barriers. In addition to regular capital ships the Union navy deploys a
respectable number of carriers. Armed with gun boats these carriers are another
tactic used to counter the Trazari practice of using massive numbers of “cheap”
small to medium size vessels to overwhelm enemies.<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In closing,
the Phi-Kari Union has evolved into a major player on the galactic stage over
the past centuries of slow but continuous growth. The government attempts to
have peaceful relations with all factions that are open to such an arrangement.
When necessary the Union military has proven to be a capable and dangerous
opponent not to be taken lightly. A healthy economy and industrial base ensure
the Union’s military is capable of long campaigns when needed and is well
prepared to protect its interest on all levels. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
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Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-21503981649266330292020-01-22T11:43:00.000-08:002020-02-19T11:35:36.611-08:00Were you can get Stars Reach miniaturesYou can go to the following web site for Acheson Creations. If you scroll down to the bottom of the page you will see a "Stars Reach" tab you can click on.<span style="color: red;"> I have been told that if you use certain search engines it will take you to a different, non related site. So if that happens try another search engine.</span><br />
If this first link does not take you to the web site, the following link is to the actual tab, try that instead. Sorry in advance for any confusion.<br />
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<a href="https://www.achesoncreations.com/">https://www.achesoncreations.com/</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.achesoncreations.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&view=category&virtuemart_category_id=92">https://www.achesoncreations.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&view=category&virtuemart_category_id=92</a><br />
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Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-32360215247190310172020-01-22T09:37:00.000-08:002020-01-22T11:24:04.286-08:00Progress on Shear Sheep Mayhem<br />
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We have almost finished final editing of the cards and rule book. Once this is done we plan to get some demo decks made so we can start doing our blind play testing.<br />
This is designed to be a family friendly card game for ages 8+, up to five folks can play with a single deck. The games are meant to be played in a short amount of time and provide "light" strategy mixed with some luck for enjoyment. The game also has two levels of humor so both kids and kids at heart can enjoy it. More to come and happy gaming all!<br />
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Twilight Game Designshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03269006861148595103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3995060245926106073.post-89605493478029061732020-01-21T12:47:00.002-08:002020-01-22T09:19:27.423-08:00Stars Reach Territory MapStars Reach Territory Map<br />
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This is a rough map to give those interested an idea of how the major and minor factions in the Stars Reach Universe relate to each other. many of them as of yet, do not have any miniatures to represent them, something we hope to change in the future. An attempt was made to have the claim area's of the factions line up with the various arms of the Milky Way Galaxy. I thought it logical that these arms that had the most star density would be the most likely places the factions would want to make their own and control whom travels with in them.<br />
The much less populated areas of space between the arms would not draw as much attention. This would also create area's of "free travel" for the various factions. Add to this small factions within these "dead/neutral" areas that only control one to half a dozen systems and you have plenty of reasons for adventures, political intrigue, strategic isolated systems and countless other reasons for conflict between the minor and major factions even if they are not always in direct contact with each other. Enjoy, comments suggestions welcomed.<br />
The map represents roughly one quarter of the Milky Way Galaxy centered around earth in the Orion Arm.<br />
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