I am Commodore Kaze Nelson Reidman Dagon of the Bretonian Armed Forces, now the Commanding Officer of the Norfolk 4th Defense Fleet, based in Cambridge and thus inheriting the responsibilities and duties of former Admiral Sir George Richard Hall.
In that capacity I have found the details of the latest Core/BAF interaction, regarding the repairs and refitting of a Bullhead class, christened Arbitrator that was built for the Bretonian forces, in your Alabama Shipyard under operation BIGFISH . I am enquiring on the status of said repairs and refit of that capital vessel.
You may not know me, but I do know the Core well, and your technological acumen that you have created while in the Omicrons. While I am a staunch believer of the bretonian engineering that has created vessels like the B-1290 "Templar" or the B-3000 "Challenger", I know very well that not all pilots are the same, neither are our enemies. With that in mind, the Bretonian war vessels and armament are very much veered towards sturdiness and endurance. While the Core took a more agressive, albeit more dangerous to the pilot and yet more agile approach to the dangers that plague your operations and space.
I feel that idea must be available in our operations as well. More everyday I see the need for a different approach. A.. deadlier one, uncompromising and definitive. Such idea was shared by our predecessors, as seen in the attached archived communications. Thus, I am enquiring on the possibility to continue the proposal of a technological exchange, alongside a small contingent of your engineers to maintain your technology at top performance. Likewise we extend the same to you as well intelligence and information regarding the events here on this side of Sirius.
With regards, Commodore Kaze Nelson Reidman Dagon.
I'm forced to apologize for the delayed reply but I was verifying the archive and what is BIGFISH status. Our engineers are now replacing the main power core by a new one, that had to be built specifically for this ship. That is why it is taking all this time. The moment the engineers give the all clear, we will request it to be sent back to your House so it can serve, as it should.
It looks like we both inherited problems from our predecessors. I am still cleaning the mess Hawken left behind, but we do not forget our friends. The truth is that this has been for a long time coming, so after reviewing with AP Manufacturing, the response is positive. We have a team of engineers willing to migrate temporarily to Bretonia, something that will cover your need to maintain our technology. But we will need your Merchant Navy to do some material drop offs in Alabama to kickstart the manufacturing order, but the Assistant CEO of AP Manufacturing is still crunching the numbers. I hope to have a clear figure next week.
On another point, our Executrix says hello. I would be worried if were you.
-Ruby Hydra
Guildmistress, The Core Attachments: None
I have news. As it stands, I was forced to.. clean up the APM branch and so, a new CEO was appointed. One of my Templars, Martin McKinsey is now the leading man at the helm. And he is an eager one. He already did the math necessary for the purchase of a significant force and already is debriefing the engineering team that will be at your disposal to maintain the vessels and weaponry.
For thirty (30) 'Marlin' Very Heavy Fighters, thirty (30) 'Skipjack' Heavy Fighters, thirty (30) 'Steelhead' Bombers and ten (10) Sturgeons the total manufacturing cost will rise to 490.000.000 SC, that becomes 49.000.000SC with the full discount we are placing on this order. We take care of our friends, as it was discussed. But since the Core is not in the business of losing money, material wise, this is the required list:
These materials are required to start up the order. I hope Bretonian companies can deliver this to Alabama as soon as possible. Our APM convoys may help you in this as well, but they require monetary compensation. As for the engineering team, I will arrange transportation for a destination of your choosing. I suggest somewhere close to your front lines, so they can adapt easily, since they are used to the pressure.
Now, BIGFISH is finally in the end line of repair and refit completion, but the Alabama director states it will suffer a small grid failure since the original construction used the wrong materials. Two weeks from now, it will be completed. While it is a powerful vessel, I advise that you get an escort prepared to return it to Bretonia.
-Ruby Hydra
Guildmistress, The Core Attachments: None
The numbers seem solid. I will push this towards the Admiralty and engage in conversations with the Crown to start such proceedings. As for BIGFISH, we will await its completion and organize a secure convoy to escort it back to Bretonia once it is clear. Thank you kindly for your attention and candour during this negotiation.
I feel this is the start of something far greater for both our people and goals.
With regards, Commodore Kaze Nelson Reidman Dagon.