Soon after tourists began to arrive in Edinburgh in 690 AS, Cambridge scientists voiced their concern over the enormous ecological damage that even the most regulated visits could inflict on the planet. Almost from birth, Cambridgers had drilled into them the stories of how New London and Leeds were blighted, so they tended to be very environmentally sensitive. A few of the younger and more militant scientists studying on Gaia accually went so far as to begin a campaign of sabotage against planet bound tourist transports in effort to discourage visits, but ultimately to little effect.
Once cobalt was discovered on Gaia in 740, the BMM began to make noises in New London about the need to establish a mining base there, and what had begun as a quiet, bloodless campaign of active resistance blossomed into full-fledged conflict. Graffiti with slogans such as "GAIA WILL NOT BLEED" was spotted soon after, and the eco-terrorist movement sparked to life.
Eventually, any plans to mine the surface of Gaia were dropped -- mostly out of fear that it might cut into the burgeoning tourist industry -- but the Gaians had already broadened their horizons by an influx of radical elements from Cambridge who sought a ban on terraforming technologies. Planetform, Inc. was the natural target. What emerged was a militant terrorist group philosophically opposed to the exploitation of planets, and terraforming in particular. The group enjoyed considerable popular support on Cambridge, funded by the efforts of the legitimate arm of the Gaians called the Green Front.
While the Gaians and the eco-terrorist movement as a whole have made little progress outside of Bretonian space, Green Front propaganda is a common sight in Bretonia. Green Front commentators are often present on the news, and unlike the Mollys, a certain amount of tolerance exists for them in the government from those disinclined to antagonize their Cambridge connections. Over the years, the movement has spread throughout Bretonia to incorporate environmentally conscious sympathizers from many areas around the sector.
NLH Background:
(Insignia of the NLH Gaian Guard)
Many of the modern Gaians are ordinary criminals & pirates who consider an alliance with the Corsairs to be the best way to ensure their survival, but that attitude is unacceptable to us.
Regardless of our unlawful status, we are not mere criminals or pirates. We are a grass roots organization of like minds who strive to return Honor to the Gaian movement. We fight for the natural environment that surrounds us all and we bleed for Gaia. We are a force of Nature within Bretonia, and we are its Last Hope.
Our goals are simple:
To crush Planetform Inc.
Nothing is more against the grain of nature than terraforming, & they absolutely must be stopped at all cost.
To destroy the Edinburgh tourism industry, & expel Orbital Spa and Cruise from Bretonian space
The impact of tourists on the ecosystem of planet Gaia is sickening. The Orbital Spa and Cruise tourist ship, the Shetland, hangs in high orbit above the planet, spewing waste into the atmosphere. Not only is the presence of this ship a foul eyesore, but its shadow is cast onto Gaia's surface, damaging natural evolution and the health of plant and wildlife as a whole.
To bring the BMM to their knees
Bretonian Mining & Minerals is guilty of blighting Leeds and New London from years of ruthless mining, showing blatant disregard for any environmental considerations, caring only for the profitability of their organization & nothing for the billions of lives they affect.
Requirements:
- Must put priority on understanding roleplay & server rules
- Must be willing & able to serve as a good example for other players
- Operate primarily in Bretonia and nearby systems. (Travel into Kusari space is allowed, but only on a as-needed basis)
Benefits:
- 20 million credit signing bonus for setup
- An opportunity to RP with experienced players
- Membership in a fascinating faction during its most interesting time
NLH Diplomatic Standings: (Currently Under Re-Evaluation- 08/02/818)
Allied/Friendly:
[AFA] - Artisan Farmer's Alliance
[|] - Black Dragon Society
Corsair-?????_Benitez - The Benitez Family
=CR= - Colonial Remnant
Sails - Black Sails
[TBH] - The Brotherhood
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