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Lok
Oct 18, 2008 12:33:38 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Oct 18, 2008 12:33:38 GMT
OOC: Good idea
"And may the Force be with you also, Admiral." replied Dan. As the holograph faded, he muttered "Who knows how bad we're gonna need it in the following months..." He turned around. "Has the 8th been formed yet?" he asked. "Yes sir, your requested ships are arriving now." called one of his crew. "Good." said Dan I want 2 X-wing scouts deployed to Taris. Paint them in Republic colors. Also, send 2 TIE Scouts to Naboo in Remnant colors."
When the ships were disguised, all 4 left their Venator-class SD base, and toook off into hyperspace.
While this was going on, repairs were being made to damaged ships, and losses were being tallyed. Luckily, they weren't hit that bad, and were able to escape before the ships were actually destroyed, but the ships were still in ad shape. The Black Talon herself had a few holes along her sides, had damage to her shield generators, and one of the engines wasn't responding. Looking out, he saw that every ship in the 1st fleet had some form of damage that ranged from light to heavy. Extensive repairs would have to be made before they could do anything.
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Lok
Oct 19, 2008 14:08:32 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Oct 19, 2008 14:08:32 GMT
The Black Talon, its fleets, and the newly accquired Executor-class Star Dreadnaught along with its escorts, 2 Imperial-class Super Star Destroyers, came out of hyperspace above Lok. Almost instantaneously, the comm channels were flooded with people wondering what was going on. Dan cleared the lines and announced. "Today marks a bright day in the Black Moon organization. These ships were found drifting in space, and now will supplement our forces nicely. We now have the firepower to take on whoever threatens us. Let us prosper."
when he was sone with his speech, the Captain came up to him. "So are you going to be switching flagships sir?" he asked in a mournful tone. The Black Talon had been Dan's flagship ever since he founded Black Moon. Dan gave a soft smile. "Only if the Talon is destroyed Captain. Only then." The Captain perked up, and roared "Yes sir!" then happily went back to his duties.
Dan turned to his comm officer. "Open a line with the Admiral" When a line was established. "Admiral Zorko calling Admiral Iram. You are not going to believe what we found."
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Lok
Oct 20, 2008 23:52:17 GMT
Post by Galor Iram on Oct 20, 2008 23:52:17 GMT
Galor looked at the size of the hologram on the bridge of the Nebula Star Destroyer. It was double his height and was being observed by most of the people on the bridge. "I heard Admiral, congratulations. Although I'm a bit sceptical on how exactly you managed to get yourself an Executor". It was at this point that most of the bridge became silent. With wondering and amazement, these seasoned veterans knew exactly how much firepower an Executor could produce. In the hands of these pirates, was the rebels really needed in the fight against the Mando-Imperial Alliance and the Republic? Surely not. Galor knew exactly how they felt, he had pondered over whether the Pirates would set up an ambush for his forces and attempt to wipe them out for safety, but now he felt otherwise. Likewise they could end the Pirate's destruction by telling the Imperials about their planned invasion of Naboo. But furthermore, this new coalition was growing and fast. Not only had they heard from the 323rd, but now other segments of the Republic Military and Planetary Forces were contacting his agents about co-operation. It was time for this coalition to become something bigger and better, it needed clear leadership. "Admiral, we have been given details by several systems under threat and we are forming partnerships with them. We shall make a coalition for now, and make ourselves a clear leadership amongst all types of people and forces who want to rid themselves of the corruption. I'll keep you informed on our progress Admiral. How are things going on your island of paradise?" Galor asked intently, he wondered how events had gone on Lok, where the Black Moon Pirates had made their new home.
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Lok
Oct 21, 2008 19:21:41 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Oct 21, 2008 19:21:41 GMT
"In all honesty Admiral, I'm still a bit skeptical myself on how we got the ships. Amazing what can be found if you really look. Anyways, things aren't going too bad. All ships are still in system, except if they're scouting. We managed to buy a Type II Orbital Repair Yard from Kuat Drive Yards, and now our repairs have been moving a lot faster. Thankfully it's large enough so it can repair even our new Executor, and we can now build new ships if the need arises. Your forces, of course, are welcome to use its services if they need repairs." Dan nodded. "I must say, Admiral, you seem quite uneasy about us finding an Executor."
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Lok
Oct 23, 2008 17:35:51 GMT
Post by Galor Iram on Oct 23, 2008 17:35:51 GMT
" Are you surprised Admiral?" Galor responded questioningly. " That is a lot of firepower and although i trust you for the moment, your pirate brothers i am less trusting with. You could do without us if you wished, attempt to gather us all together and then stab us in the back. Even if that is not your true intentions, we haven't signed anything properly. So instead, i shall be using caution, but do not take offense by this, it is purely survival. In fact, we have secured several systems towards the Inner Rim now which are under threat of invasion from both sides. Once news begins to spread, we hope that many more systems will show us support and more in the Republic will begin to join our ranks". Galor pressed a few keys on the comm station, reaching over the operator. " What i am sending you now is an illustration of what we are going to secure. The 116th Special Forces Support Group purchased equipment or made it themselves separately from the Republic. This gave them the option of having the best and using it, hence, a lot of these contracts with several companies still stands. We are going to protect our interests, or at least our portion of it. The first is securing our R-Wing Production on Derra IV. The Republic's got R-Wings but is trialling them, we shall continue research on the prototypes and improve them to our standards. That will take place in two days time. The second is our finished Battle Carrier. It was going to be used for the new commandos who passed our selection training. They placed the carrier far from any Republic patrol routes but they themselves are stranded on Calipsa. Unfortunately, they are breathing bad air and are suffering the effects. We are going to send a small group of ships with a Medical Transport to take them from the surface before the Republic locates them. They will need treatment but when recovered they shall join us with their new carrier in a couple of weeks. May i ask, are you still considering invading Naboo? If so, i must warn you that the Empire is stepping up patrols in the region. We figure this is to give the blockading fleet an early warning system in case of a Republic counter-offensive". Galor had made his point by stating that he didn't trust Admiral Zorko's people for the moment, but he also expressed the need for cooperation during these turbulent times. Both sides would find it much harder working alone, they were been hunted like one after all.
OOC: Sorry about the late reply, internet problems. Should hopefully post again tomorrow or Saturday.
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Lok
Oct 23, 2008 20:36:35 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Oct 23, 2008 20:36:35 GMT
Dan chewed on his lower lip a little. It slightly worried him that the Admiral didn't trust him. "Plans have been drawn up to invade Naboo, but until we find out the status of our scouts, we aren't making any moves. I will contact you when we get any information."
OOC: It's fine. What the hell is an R-Wing? Did you just make that up?
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Lok
Oct 24, 2008 14:28:07 GMT
Post by Galor Iram on Oct 24, 2008 14:28:07 GMT
OOC: R-Wing
" Fair Enough, If you need our help then let me or Admiral Qu'Sar know. He is a very good tactician, we both went to the same Naval Academy so you can trust him". After the information was sent, Galor removed the card from the reader and slipped it into his pocket in one smooth motion. " Congratulations Zorko, I'm sure you will be putting that Executor to good use. Signing off". The hologram faded of Admiral Zorko and Galor stood straight, walking back to the top of the bridge. " Order the fleet to move to Derra IV, I'm in the mood for an early arrival". A few hours later, the 1st Royal Support Group, all Commandos and Special Forces, moved into hyperspace to secure the R-Wing production.
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Lok
Oct 25, 2008 1:30:45 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Oct 25, 2008 1:30:45 GMT
OOC: Ah, got it. Made me search up and down wookiepedia, you bastard. Dan watched as the Admiral faded. He turned around, and the Captain came up to him. "Do you trust him, sir?" Dan looked at the Captain. "For now, yes. But I won't hesitate to destroy him if he crosses us. Why the question, Captain?" The Captain looked a little sheepish. "i'm sorry sir, I just don't trust him. It's af feeling in my gut." Dan blinked. "Then I hope your gut is wrong, captain. I hope it's wrong."
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Lok
Oct 25, 2008 13:49:22 GMT
Post by Galor Iram on Oct 25, 2008 13:49:22 GMT
OOC: Opps
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Lok
Nov 5, 2008 20:11:24 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Nov 5, 2008 20:11:24 GMT
Dan was on the Talon's bridge when the scouts came reporting back. His comm officer came up to him. "Sir, the scouts have returned from Naboo. They are requesting permission to dock on the Talon." Dan nodded. "Grant it." turning to two of his Reapers: "Bring them to the bridge when they dock." Nodding, the Reapers proceeded to the hangar.
The pilots were escorted to the bridge. Both stood before him and saluted. Dan returned the salute. "At ease. Welcome back, what have you found?" Both men looked at each other. "It's pretty bad." said one of the pilots. "Imperial takeover is pretty much complete. There wasn't much of a battle." "Also, non humans, such as the Gungans, are being taken slaves. The people don't see happy. I say we strike now." said the other.
Dan turned to look out at space. "You're right." he said. "We go now." Turning around; "You've doe very well. Go rest up." Both men saluted, and left. Dan started barking orders. "Order all fleets to form up! We're launching now! Send a signal to Admiral Iram that we're taking Naboo! Launch when ready!"
With that, all the fleets formed up, and after seding the signal to the Admiral, launched towards Naboo.
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Lok
Dec 11, 2008 22:41:47 GMT
Post by Jalua Solast on Dec 11, 2008 22:41:47 GMT
After the first of the Black Moon ships began to fall out of hyperspace, the battered Coalition ships slowly began to fall out seperately. They had suffered badly, not due to their crews, but because of the sheer firepower against them. Things seemed to have not only fallen into the Imperial's favour, but rumours were going around that someone had telled the Remnant what was going to happen. More demeaning rumours was that the Remnant had successfully boarded the Emperor's flagship, possibly killing him. Although the story had yet to come out of the mess clearly, it was a very possible situation. Some of the people within the Coalition was even hinting at the chance to become pirates, especially when they were already allied with them. This ended with a broadcast over the Holonet, one of the newly appointed Admirals began the message before showing a brief glimpse of a video from a stormtroopers helmet, all through what happened upon the bridge and also another video feed from afterwards, on the other side of the Remnant forces. It covered the kidnap of the Emperor to his defiant stand and death, and also his daughter's part in this. Not only did the Admiral end on the confirmation that the Emperor had been killed, he also stated that the Imperial Coalition would soon have an Empress to lead them to glory.
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Lok
Dec 12, 2008 1:49:34 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Dec 12, 2008 1:49:34 GMT
Dan watched whis solemly. He watched his friend and ally fall at the hands of the Imperials. But what he couldn't believe was that his daughter took a hand in it. He would soon find out. But for now, he had to tend to his fleet. "Ok, all damaged ships, dock with the orbital docks to star the repairs. All other craft, defensive positions around the planet. Hold until I give the order." With his fleet tended to, the captain came over to him. "Sir, what should we do about the Coalition fleet?" Dan thought for a momment. He spoke slowly as he thought. "Offer them protection and use of our shipyard for their ships. I promised the Admiral before his death that his ships would always be welcome. If they accept, have them move into defensive positions with our fleet. Also, open up a line with their current leader."
When a line had been established, Dan opened the comm. "This is Admiral Zorko calling the current Coalition commander."
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Lok
Dec 12, 2008 20:18:44 GMT
Post by Jalua Solast on Dec 12, 2008 20:18:44 GMT
The Coalition ships continued coming in, mostly one-by-one, almost all had been badly damaged. Finally, with messages being passed throughout most of the ships to search for the highest ranked commander, one was found in an incoming Task Force. Admiral Nubai had arrived on a Imperial Mk. II Star Destroyer. His immediately replied to the Pirate Warlord, who would no doubt be offended at being kept waited. "This is Admiral Nubai to Admiral Zorko. I have instructed several squadrons of ships to attempt to flee here, Coalition Space would be the first place our enemies would search. I have heard from several of my captains that you have offered your shipyards to our fleet, that is very kind of you but we have a similar offer in return. The planet of Gyndine recently dedicated itself to our cause, their shipyards are going to be capable of repairing Star Destroyer-class vessels. If you need any assistance, send your ships there and they will be given full protection by the Coalition Fleet.". His word was true and justified, both sides had supported each other well in this new war, but soon there would be several factors deciding both of their fates.
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Lok
Dec 13, 2008 2:22:32 GMT
Post by Dan Zorko on Dec 13, 2008 2:22:32 GMT
Dan nodded. "Thank you, we will take it up if we ever need it. But for now, our shipyards can repair even our SSD's. Now, on to buisness. Will you be taking the reins of power, seeing as your current leader, the daughter of the late Admiral Iram, seems to have either switched sides, or has been captured?"
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Lok
Dec 13, 2008 12:26:36 GMT
Post by Jalua Solast on Dec 13, 2008 12:26:36 GMT
"I will fill you in on what i know Admiral, it seems that word hasn't reached you of what happened on Mandalore" The Admiral began to his ally, "Jalua Solast is a Jedi Knight, but was asked by her father to head to Mandalore where Republic Special Forces were in hiding. The main support group for those soldiers had been the first to join the Emperor and it was likely that the commandos would either be driven into a suicide mission by the Republic or they would never hear from the Republic again. After reaching those soldiers, they were evacuated without the Mandalorian's knowledge by the new Remnant Supreme Commander and his forces. He was on the planet for a diplomatic mission, but when his forces encountered hostiles in the jungle, the Supreme Commander offered all of his forces and lead the effort to track them down. After arranging a meeting, an agreement was made and they were taken to Naboo. It was only once the battle had begun that the Emperor found out that his daughter was arriving and required an end to the violence in reward for rescuing her. Agreeing temporarilly, the Coalition fleet moved into the planet's orders like instructed by Admiral Daunting of the Remnant. Unfortunately, he disobeyed his orders and continuiously imposed restrictions on the Coalition Fleet. The Emperor signalled his fleet to move away and the battle started once again, with everyone continuing to take a beating. While our ships were being boarded, the Emperor was kidnapped by Remnant Commandos and taken to Daunting's flagship, where he was held hostige. The Supreme Commander and Jalua Solast emerged on the bridge to arrest the rebellious Admiral, but the Emperor was shot during the process". With a few moments pause for the information to sink in, the Coalition Admiral continued. "Jalua Solast is the daughter and next in line to the throne. She will be made Empress unless other arrangements are made. I'm not entirely sure how the Jedi Order will respond to this, but the Coalition should be able to reform itself under a new image rather quickly now. Almost all of our battlegroups have some experience now which will be excellent in training new recruits from planets joining our Empire. Plus our special forces and the former Special Forces Support Group are now part of the 1st and 2nd Fleets, supplying excellent protection and training potential in advanced battle and tactical techniques. Even i shall be undergoing some training from those forces and their advanced knowledge of both naval and ground operations. The Empress will first bury our Emperor at a location yet to be decided, you will be welcome to attend of course. Then she will go through her coronation into Official Empress of the Imperial Coalition".
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