Incoming Transmission Liberty Merchant Marine
Naval Logistics Support Fleet
Captain Robert Graham
DEPARTMENT RECEIVING: LIBERTY NAVY PATROL ARCHIVE
The LSS-Watauga reports sighting an Osiris Class Battleship docked with Sabah Shipyard in vicinity of Planet Yuma.
The LSS-Watauga was in the Coronado system on 05MAR836 to pick up a load of copper requested by Naval Logistics for Chesapeake Research Station. While normally we would utilize DSE stations within the system for the shipment, the Watauga diverted to Planet Yuma to purchase bulk cargo instead to avoid possible pirate activity. While mooring at Yuma, the sensor officer noted an unusual energy signature coming from Sabah Shipyard. Scans on the trip into Yuma suggested an Osiris Class Battleship. The Watauga picked up copper as normal, however was able to get a more detailed scan on the way out. This second scan confirmed the ship to be an Osiris; docked with the Colonial Republic's Sabah Shipyard. The ship appears heavily damaged. We were unable to get closer than standard shipping lane distance without arousing suspicion. Watauga then departed the area.
ROBERT GRAHAM
CAPT, Naval Logistics Support
Liberty Merchant Marine
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Incoming Transmission Liberty Navy
First Fleet
Lieutenant Commander Daniel White
Galileo Incident Report: - 04/03/836 A.S
Reporting in on an interesting incident in Galileo yesterday. I've already briefly discussed this with the Fleet Admiral who was in attendance at the time, however I've agreed to document the resulting situation for intelligence purposes.
I was initially requested to respond to a possible missing Ensign, Whitaker within the Galileo system. Word was when I received the call that it was urgent, though on my arrival to the scene of the last known contact it was discovered the Ensign was face to face with a Xeno pilot under the name of Massasuaga. In most cases I was expecting an attack, or some exchange of gunfire. However it would appear the Xeno was having an interesting discussion with the Ensign. I have attached the black box recording for that segment of my flight as I believe it may prove valuable.
My conversation with the Xeno suggested they were in fact quite keen for Liberty to strike first, in a pre-emptive sense. I re-iterated our ROE and that we were in fact not interested in escalating this conflict beyond what it is, but I did state plainly we would defend the borders of the Republic should she come under attack. Typically I would simply have moved to engage the Xeno, although I felt that the risk to the relatively inexperienced Ensign would have put both them and myself at unnecessary risk considering our location within Galileo. I was unsure if the contact potentially had reinforcements nearby and with the Waimea unable to proceed beyond the border line for diplomatic reasons. I opted for a more diplomatic approach in this case.
What also became a key point of note as my recordings will highlight, the Xeno appeared to mention that Kusari Naval Forces, namely two fighter craft, attempted to steer our pilot towards their territory. The Ensign will need to report in themselves regarding this as I was not present for the interaction. I will continue to conduct patrols in this area and monitor for now. I would advise all friendly assets in the area to be vigilant going forward. I wouldn't be one to take a Xeno at their word, although being extra cautious around either party certainly would not hurt the cause. With all that said, Whitaker and I returned safely to the Waimea after this encounter.
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[04.03.836 23:42:44] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: so far nothing happend here but it can go to the downside pretty fast
[04.03.836 23:44:00] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: and what if they not
[04.03.836 23:44:41] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: what about the nomads could come tomorrow knocking at you're door and kill everything you love?
[04.03.836 23:44:43] XA-'Massasauga': I see you've called for support.
[04.03.836 23:44:52] [LN]-Daniel.White: Considering we were a pilot short.
[04.03.836 23:44:59] XA-'Massasauga': You're smarter than you look, Whitaker. Smarter than you sound, too.
[04.03.836 23:45:13] XA-'Massasauga': Maybe there's hope for you yet.
[04.03.836 23:45:29] [LN]-Daniel.White: Now. Considering we are precisely an entire tradelane too close to Kusari.
[04.03.836 23:45:38] [LN]-Daniel.White: In fact.. I can see the gate.
[04.03.836 23:45:48] XA-'Massasauga': I didn't mean to. They brought me here when they attempted to flee.
[04.03.836 23:45:50] XA-'Massasauga': The Kusarians, that is.
[04.03.836 23:46:01] [LN]-Daniel.White: You can.. go where you please.
[04.03.836 23:46:03] XA-'Massasauga': You'll be happy to hear they're not coming back any time soon.
[04.03.836 23:46:20] [LN]-Daniel.White: I figured you Xeno types were all for blowing up, well. Anything.
[04.03.836 23:46:25] [LN]-Daniel.White: Kusari included.
[04.03.836 23:46:41] XA-'Massasauga': When the mood strikes.
[04.03.836 23:46:42] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: and themself if i remember correctly from the records
[04.03.836 23:47:41] [LN]-Daniel.White: Indeed. Now considering I'd rather not spark an international incident beyond what has already occurred.
[04.03.836 23:47:50] XA-'Massasauga': Have you come to fetch Whitaker? He wasn't really in any danger. We've been chatting for, what, half an hour?
[04.03.836 23:47:51] XA-'Massasauga': An hour?
[04.03.836 23:48:06] XA-'Massasauga': If I meant him harm, he'd already be well harmed.
[04.03.836 23:48:17] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: yea worest time of my life, its sad i wont get that lifetime back
[04.03.836 23:48:27] [LN]-Daniel.White: With all of that being said..
[04.03.836 23:48:45] [LN]-Daniel.White: Wait a minute. You've been sitting here talking for the best part of an hour?
[04.03.836 23:49:14] XA-'Massasauga': Initially, we had company. The two Kusarians I may have mentioned before.
[04.03.836 23:49:21] XA-'Massasauga': They were trying to poach Whitaker here, actually.
[04.03.836 23:49:24] XA-'Massasauga': Suggested he come with them, to Shikoku.
[04.03.836 23:49:27] XA-'Massasauga': Fight for their cause.
[04.03.836 23:49:39] Rules Tip: Do not disconnect from the server to escape player versus player interaction. Your ship will remain helpless in space for 2 minutes and you will not be able to reconnect during this time.
[04.03.836 23:49:44] XA-'Massasauga': Fortunately, he's not that much of an idiot.
[04.03.836 23:49:45] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: you are aware thats why i took my leave in the opposite direction dont you?
[04.03.836 23:50:01] XA-'Massasauga': I just figured things were getting a little too hot for your tastes.
[04.03.836 23:50:09] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: and the fact that i was totally outgunned to you and you're friend and the two kusaris
[04.03.836 23:50:18] XA-'Massasauga': But I didn't really give it much thought. I had bigger things to worry about, as I'm sure you understand.
[04.03.836 23:50:25] [LN]-Daniel.White: This day.. [An long sigh is heard]
[04.03.836 23:50:45] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: it wont get better soon Daniel i fear.....
[04.03.836 23:51:00] XA-'Massasauga': It could be much, much worse.
[04.03.836 23:51:27] [LN]-Daniel.White: It usually is.
[04.03.836 23:51:31] XA-'Massasauga': You haven't introduced yourself yet, friend-of-Whitaker's.
[04.03.836 23:52:02] [LN]-Daniel.White: Lieutenant Commander White, at your service.
[04.03.836 23:52:29] [LN]-Daniel.White: Considering Xenos are usualy fire and forget, this is in fact a first.
[04.03.836 23:53:05] XA-'Massasauga': By which you mean, you're normally doing the firing-and-forgetting, or?
[04.03.836 23:53:11] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: he is brabbling the past hour about our "common" enemys which he didnt spill yet
[04.03.836 23:53:18] XA-'Massasauga': Christ, Whitaker.
[04.03.836 23:53:21] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: maybe the kusaris
[04.03.836 23:53:22] XA-'Massasauga': Look at those gates.
[04.03.836 23:53:26] XA-'Massasauga': You see those billboards?
[04.03.836 23:53:29] XA-'Massasauga': The flag on them?
[04.03.836 23:53:45] XA-'Massasauga': You're going to be fighting ships adorned with that flag before long.
[04.03.836 23:53:54] [LN]-Daniel.White: The thing about the Xenos. They are quite keen of seeing foreigners meet an unfortunate accident.
[04.03.836 23:53:59] XA-'Massasauga': Hence why I suggested we, together, rid ourselves of a handful of them before they regroup.
[04.03.836 23:54:21] XA-'Massasauga': But you didn't have the spine. So I had to do it myself.
[04.03.836 23:54:29] XA-'Massasauga': It brought me no joy, you know. They barely put up a fight.
[04.03.836 23:55:02] XA-'Massasauga': It's really not all that complicated.
[04.03.836 23:55:20] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: iam not in the mood to spill blood when its unnecessary
[04.03.836 23:55:30] XA-'Massasauga': Wouldn't you agree, Lieutenant Commander?
[04.03.836 23:55:51] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: i told you, every person has the right to live
[04.03.836 23:55:54] [LN]-Daniel.White: The ROE currently exists to /prevent/ an international incident.
[04.03.836 23:55:59] [LN]-Daniel.White: What they do, we do.
[04.03.836 23:56:09] XA-'Massasauga': And how long is that going to last?
[04.03.836 23:56:19] [LN]-Daniel.White: Do I look like an Admiral to you?
[04.03.836 23:56:23] [LN]-Daniel.White: I wouldn't know.
[04.03.836 23:56:24] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: until you folk blow something up
[04.03.836 23:56:51] XA-'Massasauga': Ah, sorry. I always forget you're not paid to think for yourself.
[04.03.836 23:56:58] [LN]-Daniel.White: Smart ass.
[04.03.836 23:57:04] XA-'Massasauga': It doesn't even matter when it'll happen. All that matters is that it will.
[04.03.836 23:57:07] XA-'Massasauga': You might as well strike first.
[04.03.836 23:57:15] [LN]-Daniel.White: That isn't my call to make.
[04.03.836 23:57:28] [LN]-Daniel.White: We have a chain of command, see.
[04.03.836 23:57:36] XA-'Massasauga': But if it were up to you, would you?
[04.03.836 23:57:37] [LN]-Daniel.White: That sorta' is important when you aren't at the top of it.
[04.03.836 23:57:48] [LN]-Daniel.White: My view on that isn't relevant.
[04.03.836 23:58:05] [LN]-Daniel.White: With that said. If we /are/ talking about hypotheticals.
[04.03.836 23:58:16] [LN]-Daniel.White: Should they attempt to breach the border, then they will be dealt with.
[04.03.836 23:58:37] XA-'Massasauga': "Breach the border?"
[04.03.836 23:58:42] XA-'Massasauga': What makes you think the border is relevant at this point?
[04.03.836 23:58:44] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: that's why we are here atleast
[04.03.836 23:58:54] [LN]-Daniel.White: Because the brass says it is.
[04.03.836 23:58:57] XA-'Massasauga': This entire system, this "buffer zone", is worthless. You know it. I know it.
[04.03.836 23:59:13] [LN]-Daniel.White: I can't officially answer that question.
[04.03.836 23:59:18] [LN]-Daniel.White: But I won't say you're wrong, either.
[04.03.836 23:59:19] XA-'Massasauga': For all we know, their first strike will be at the heart of your precious Republic.
[05.03.836 00:00:03] XA-'Massasauga': See, Whitaker? Some of your colleagues are, in fact, paying attention.
[05.03.836 00:00:28] XA-'Massasauga': While you let yourself get sweet-talked the enemy.
[05.03.836 00:00:32] [LN]-Daniel.White: It isn't /this/ passage that concerns me.
[05.03.836 00:00:48] [LN]-D.Whitaker: *exhales slightly annoyed* D: if you think so
[05.03.836 00:00:57] [LN]-Daniel.White: Anyway. You do need to be careful around anyone that isn't us, Whitaker.
[05.03.836 00:01:17] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: luckily i give nothing about you're talking xeno scum...
[05.03.836 00:01:26] XA-'Massasauga': He really does get on my nerves.
[05.03.836 00:01:27] [LN]-Daniel.White: There are /certain/ parties that might attempt to exploit an advantage.
[05.03.836 00:01:27] Death: CR-Indomitable was put out of action by a hostile vessel.
[05.03.836 00:01:36] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: and Daniel iam..... otherwise i would not standing here at the moment
[05.03.836 00:01:58] XA-'Massasauga': Cobra would've killed you a half dozen times by now, you know, for your antics.
[05.03.836 00:02:01] XA-'Massasauga': You're lucky he's not here.
[05.03.836 00:02:09] XA-'Massasauga': I have a much kinder heart.
[05.03.836 00:02:50] XA-'Massasauga': Now, weren't you two leaving? It's about time, I think.
[05.03.836 00:02:57] [LN]-Daniel.White: Indeed.
[05.03.836 00:03:18] [LN]-Daniel.White: Whitaker. On me, we're getting away from this end of the system before Kusari uses it as an excuse to try something.
[05.03.836 00:03:33] [LN]-D.Whitaker: D: Affirmative getting in formation
[05.03.836 00:03:48] [LN]-Daniel.White: What an absurd day.
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Daniel White
Lieutenant Commander
Liberty Navy
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