Order-Liberty Negotiations

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"Yes, we're well aware of the Tundra, and there are reports of other ships like it being found within the other Houses. Political subversion was a tactic we saw widely used by the Nomads in the first Nomad war of 798 A.S., and with their attempts at manipulating individuals having failed, it seems they're turning to other tactics in order to pit human nations against one another."

"Luckily for us, we can see the meaning behind that subversion. The Nomads arent strong enough to take on any one house in a full scale assault, they still need to weaken us, which means if we can stop these schemed wars and rally the houses together, we stand a good chance at eradicating any Nomad threats left in Sirius."

"The problem, of course, lies in exposing these manipulations. We're a small organization, Admiral, and despite the skill of our pilots and our steadfastness in protecting humanity, we simply do not have the influence needed to change the minds of these nations that have gone to war. We know the Liberty-Rheinland war was sparked by nomad interference, and likewise we know the Kusari-Bretonia war was initiated in the same manner, the problem is lack of evidence. Without evidence, we cannot convince people to stop fighting."

"There has been investigation into whether other conflicts that have recently begun within Sirius are the work of Nomad agents as well. The group known as the Oracles have caused no end of trouble for us, as they are infiltrating every group within Sirius, and through their actions as servants of the Nomads, more wars are started."

"So yes, The Order is aware of this information, though you offering it does help this diplomatic process along. The problem is finding a solution to the ever-increasing effect the Nomads are having across Sirius. The only way we're going to be able to stop their spread is by uniting all four houses, along with the more powerful non-house elements throughout Sirius. We need to divert their focus from fighting each other to routing out infestation."

"Commander, it is certainly good to hear that the Order is on top of thing intel wise, there is much the LSF can learn from your people I believe. That or the LSF simply aren't very interested in releasing information, perhaps more politics at work"

*sigh*

"Now if only we could continue without further distractions, it makes it hard to form clear thoughts... especially seeing my ship come under attack by a rogue Zoner of some sorts.."

"I believe the points you made Commander are all valid and need to be considered, indeed the Nomads have adapted strategies, and I would surmise may have also adapted their forms to be immune to our Nomad scanners. There most definitely are some darker forces at work then a few politicians. The unification of all humankind is a glorious goal, one I would very much hope the Navy can be a part of."

"Besides that immediate threat, we've also located the location of a few dormant alien jumpgates near Liberty, it is unknown at this point what they are for or where they lead, but we feel they may pose a significant threat."

"I'm afraid while I may have an official rank of Admiral, it doesn't hold much power with HQ. My division is in fact simply a small one in the Navy and it may be difficult to get the other Admiralty to open negotiations... though I'm certain one or two can be reached"

"If I may I'd like to use a comm panel to contact HQ and request an official meeting be set, perhaps we can get some of the higher ranked officers involved here"

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