22 minutes ago, LTD said:

Combat occurs at Diomedes. A 5th Sector Authority fleet has arrived at a GNIP world with "no fire" orders. The GNIP forces do not have the same orders in place.

Umm, what happened @GhostofNobodyInParticular?

42 minutes ago, LTD said:

Combat occurs at Diomedes. A 5th Sector Authority fleet has arrived at a GNIP world with "no fire" orders. The GNIP forces do not have the same orders in place.
220 vs 212
50% vs 50% : no mods to roll, but a +1 to the GNIP defenders for firing on a force holding fire.
ROLL: 6 + 1 = 7: Both sides takes 30% casualties.
ISD1 (1) is scarred. 80CC (1) is scarred.
The GNIP force is outnumbered and obliged to retreat (all GF with the GNIP fleet landed on the planet before battle was fought)

Diomedes is NOT blockaded.

Hey, I issued standing orders to not fire on Clon's Treaty signees Turn 1! Those haven't been lifted. So, there should have been a hold-fire command on all 5th and FUNK vessels.

@clontroper5 sorry, dunno what happened there. Hopefully it is undone.

Also @LTD I'd like to claim the Uni VPs.

14 minutes ago, GhostofNobodyInParticular said:

@clontroper5 sorry, dunno what happened there. Hopefully it is undone

I was under the impression hold fire orders must be given to LTD each turn.

12 minutes ago, The Jabbawookie said:

I was under the impression hold fire orders must be given to LTD each turn.

He didn't mention that when I gave him them. . .

Whoops... We got some dents in our star destroyer....

Yea I update my hold fire orders everyturn. Although I will say I apologise for the unexpected Approch of my fleet, it sounded like your Capital was undefended so I rushed my fleet there just in case.

@idjmv so due to recent events I was unable to reach the pick up point. Haveing consisdered my needs I have decided to allow you to keep the Gozanti, the ISD was payment enough.

On 2/28/2019 at 6:14 PM, FortyInRed said:

@Matt3412, @idjmv, @The Jabbawookie - I am pleased that we will soon be able to put this unpleasantness behind us. Collectively, this infighting weakens us all.

I offer the following terms:

• All hostilities will immediately cease. Consortium forces will cease bombardment of Ylesia and retreat. Consortium forces will continue to occupy Brotein (as per prior agreement with @Matt3412 and Toronto.
• Consortium will rescind the bounty placed on Mandalorians and Syndicate forces.
• We enter a four-way, binding, non-aggression and mutual-defense pact until Turn 13 (5 turns from now). Signatories will not fire upon other signatories for any reason until the expiration of this treaty, or an agreement is made to dissolve the treaty.
• Any non-signatory who fires upon a signatory to this treaty will be considered an enemy of all signatories. Put another way, attack one, get attacked by four. Similarly, betray one, get attacked by the other three.
• @The Jabbawookie will cede C'nada back to Hank the Drunk, and in exchange, Hank will deliver 30 IC worth of units to the Mandalorians each turn in the orbit of C'nada. As a token of my goodwill, I am willing to accept a permanent blockade of C'nada to ensure that we cannot betray/backstab you. In this way we can only draft additional Goons, who will be remain on C'nada, drinking and brawling. I agree to lend you my industrial might. I ask only that I be allowed to reclaim my ancestral home.

Signing this treaty is to our mutual advantage. Not having to jealously guard our own borders from betrayal from within our ranks allows us to focus on expansion and growth.

@The Jabbawookie, @Matt3412, and @idjmv Greetings friends! Our mutual defense pact will expire in two more turns. I wish not to become your enemy on turn 14. Shall we begin negotiations for continued peaceful relations?

I propose that we enter a four-way non-aggression pact, but that we consider leaving out the mutual defense component. In this way, we are free to make peace/declare war on other parties not party to this treaty without having a complicated web of who is now allowed to shoot whom.

For example, the Mandalorians, Syndicate, Beserkers, and Consortium will not fire upon each other for 5 more turns. However, should one of the four of us care to declare war on <insert party here>, the other three are not obligated to join (though of course they may). Similarly, if <insert party here> were to declare war on one of the four of us, the other three would not be obligated to defend. Of course, the other three may choose to join a conflict, but doing so should hopefully reduce some of the red tape while engaged in the business of hurting people and breaking things.

On 3/1/2019 at 3:22 PM, FortyInRed said:

@The Jabbawookie the referee has clarified for me that I will not be able to begin on your order until next turn (9). This delays delivery until turn 12. Do you wish to change your order?

@The Jabbawookie The glorious battleship Don Cherry the Great will be completed this period (12), and has been provisioned with an elite squadron of Bro-Wings. We found the blueprints for this ship a little strange. For example, there were not nearly enough h'ckey rinks for a crew of that size. Similarly, there were no pubs on board, and entirely too many laundromats. The brig was found to be entirely too small, even for the brawls that broke out among the construction crew, and so has been expanded considerably. Worry not, for we have corrected these flaws. Our engineers had no idea what "turbolasers" were, and hope we got that part right.

Where would you like to arrange pickup of this masterpiece?

@Matt3412 The construction of this warship is a watershed moment for my people. When it was realized just how many goons a ship of that size could host, and just how stinky the sacred h'ckey equipment could get, recruitment expanded three-fold. I fear my society is reaching a tipping point, with the goons thirsting for fisticuffs far outnumbering the even-keeled GMs. That brigand Goon Captain Brett has been stoking the fire with his claims of "let's get em boys, eh" and "are they even trying, bro". While I've personally sent him to the box four times already, once with a game misconduct, his chirping is starting to carry weight among my people. We politely request your blessing in moving a fleet through dsA so that we may be positioned to join the battles raging up "North" directly. Please let us know your decision.

9 minutes ago, clontroper5 said:

Whoops... We got some dents in our star destroyer....

Yea I update my hold fire orders everyturn. Although I will say I apologise for the unexpected Approch of my fleet, it sounded like your Capital was undefended so I rushed my fleet there just in case.

Thanks for your good will, and once again, really sorry about the mistake. I didn't realize I had to reissue my standing orders.

If you want I can supply compensating credits for repairs.

My capital was undefended, I too had jumped forces in. . .

@idjmv thank you for your gift. While the current invasion prevents us from diverting forces, this will be rewarded. In the meantime, we give you our goodwill (and you shall not want for credits.)

1 hour ago, FortyInRed said:

@The Jabbawookie, @Matt3412, and @idjmv Greetings friends! Our mutual defense pact will expire in two more turns. I wish not to become your enemy on turn 14. Shall we begin negotiations for continued peaceful relations?

I propose that we enter a four-way non-aggression pact, but that we consider leaving out the mutual defense component. In this way, we are free to make peace/declare war on other parties not party to this treaty without having a complicated web of who is now allowed to shoot whom.

For example, the Mandalorians, Syndicate, Beserkers, and Consortium will not fire upon each other for 5 more turns. However, should one of the four of us care to declare war on <insert party here>, the other three are not obligated to join (though of course they may). Similarly, if <insert party here> were to declare war on one of the four of us, the other three would not be obligated to defend. Of course, the other three may choose to join a conflict, but doing so should hopefully reduce some of the red tape while engaged in the business of hurting people and breaking things.

@The Jabbawookie The glorious battleship Don Cherry the Great will be completed this period (12), and has been provisioned with an elite squadron of Bro-Wings. We found the blueprints for this ship a little strange. For example, there were not nearly enough h'ckey rinks for a crew of that size. Similarly, there were no pubs on board, and entirely too many laundromats. The brig was found to be entirely too small, even for the brawls that broke out among the construction crew, and so has been expanded considerably. Worry not, for we have corrected these flaws. Our engineers had no idea what "turbolasers" were, and hope we got that part right.

Where would you like to arrange pickup of this masterpiece?

@Matt3412 The construction of this warship is a watershed moment for my people. When it was realized just how many goons a ship of that size could host, and just how stinky the sacred h'ckey equipment could get, recruitment expanded three-fold. I fear my society is reaching a tipping point, with the goons thirsting for fisticuffs far outnumbering the even-keeled GMs. That brigand Goon Captain Brett has been stoking the fire with his claims of "let's get em boys, eh" and "are they even trying, bro". While I've personally sent him to the box four times already, once with a game misconduct, his chirping is starting to carry weight among my people. We politely request your blessing in moving a fleet through dsA so that we may be positioned to join the battles raging up "North" directly. Please let us know your decision.

This pact is agreeable, and the Mandalorians will sign on one condition: if a co-signer deliberately opens fire on another co-signer, the remaining parties must see to the violator's destruction.

No pubs on board? We must have sent the wrong schematics. I'm confident your shipwrights did an exemplary job, and you have our gratitude. We can accept delivery this turn on Gestalt or ideally Hurikane, or we can meet you at C'nada or Toronto with a case of tihaar. Know that Hurikane is open to you if you seek a Northern route.

A note to those involved in the conflict against the Tron'di (@The Jabbawookie, @Matt3412, @FortyInRed, @idjmv, & @clontroper5) I am, hopefully, going to take P this turn. So as not to lose momentum I intend to press on to O if I do. I believe that to be the capital, and it will have strong defenses. Given that so far the conflict has been confined to us, MOFO, and the Tron'di, I am inclined to retain O for myself, should I capture it, as I will have borne the brunt of the fighting at that point. I am inclined to consider that reasonable, but if there are strong objections I will reconsider.

Transfer 30 credits to the Governmental Ghosts of GNIPia.

3 minutes ago, GhostofNobodyInParticular said:

I am inclined to retain O for myself, should I capture it, as I will have borne the brunt of the fighting at that point. I am inclined to consider that reasonable, but if there are strong objections I will reconsider.

Indeed there are. I have promised a planet to the Syndicate and intend to take one for myself as well. You are in no way obligated to assault additional worlds (or even handle the invasion of P) but if you choose to do so such worlds are spoken for.

We will, however, offer a 50 credit minimum bounty for conducting a successful assault.

24 minutes ago, The Jabbawookie said:

Indeed there are. I have promised a planet to the Syndicate and intend to take one for myself as well. You are in no way obligated to assault additional worlds (or even handle the invasion of P) but if you choose to do so such worlds are spoken for.

We will, however, offer a 50 credit minimum bounty for conducting a successful assault.

@GhostofNobodyInParticular I fear the southern alliance growing to powerful. And as such I intend to interfere with their intents at conquering to much territory. I will support any actions you take against O and if possible will press my own assault (although I have need for some unexpected repairs and may not be able to make a proper assault for some time.)

3 minutes ago, clontroper5 said:

@GhostofNobodyInParticular I fear the southern alliance growing to powerful. And as such I intend to interfere with their intents at conquering to much territory. I will support any actions you take against O and if possible will press my own assault (although I have need for some unexpected repairs and may not be able to make a proper assault for some time.)

This division of territory was made clear since before the you or the Ghosts began your assaults. I urge you to reconsider; such action will be taken as a betrayal, unless @Matt3412 has a desire to make concessions.

29 minutes ago, The Jabbawookie said:

Indeed there are. I have promised a planet to the Syndicate and intend to take one for myself as well. You are in no way obligated to assault additional worlds (or even handle the invasion of P) but if you choose to do so such worlds are spoken for.

We will, however, offer a 50 credit minimum bounty for conducting a successful assault.

I realize you have promised the Syndicate a planet, but you haven't conquered it yet, nor have or will they have fought for it. Why should they get a planet merely for voicing their support? As you say, I realize that the division of territory was pre-planned, but surely things can change? I would like to hear @Matt3412's opinion, as you seem to be overly zealous on his behalf.

1 minute ago, clontroper5 said:

@GhostofNobodyInParticular I fear the southern alliance growing to powerful. And as such I intend to interfere with their intents at conquering to much territory. I will support any actions you take against O and if possible will press my own assault (although I have need for some unexpected repairs and may not be able to make a proper assault for some time.)

As I said, I can attempt repairs next turn, or, if you will lend me the ISD to repair in my own time, I can trade an MC80CC and CR90A for it next turn, with the extra fleet points being so by way of apology.

1 minute ago, GhostofNobodyInParticular said:

I realize you have promised the Syndicate a planet, but you haven't conquered it yet, nor have or will they have fought for it. Why should they get a planet merely for voicing their support? As you say, I realize that the division of territory was pre-planned, but surely things can change? I would like to hear @Matt3412's opinion, as you seem to be overly zealous on his behalf.

We are fighting our way there now as quickly as possible, and will arrive this turn. They are receiving the planet in exchange for defending Mandalorian space while we are away. If @Matt3412 wishes to give away a planet, I hold no objection; however, in exchange for the two planets you would then hold, we would insist on ownership of the capital. If the Syndicate does not wish to sacrifice their planet, perhaps it is time for them to send forces to take it, as you say.

I am capable of repairing it this turn with my own IC if necessary (well I think it will take 2 turns) and think that a better option, allowing you to focus on your current projects/ own repairs. I believe your mistake to be honest and as such will require no further repayment.

35 minutes ago, The Jabbawookie said:

We are fighting our way there now as quickly as possible, and will arrive this turn. They are receiving the planet in exchange for defending Mandalorian space while we are away. If @Matt3412 wishes to give away a planet, I hold no objection; however, in exchange for the two planets you would then hold, we would insist on ownership of the capital. If the Syndicate does not wish to sacrifice their planet, perhaps it is time for them to send forces to take it, as you say.

Sounds to me like we might see a "Battle of the Alliances" coming in a few turns...

3 minutes ago, FortyInRed said:

Sounds to me like we might see a "Battle of the Alliances" coming in a few turns...

Out of curiosity, would you likely stand with the South or go your own way?

We do not want conflict, simply for our agreement to be honored. Or altered in a way that is acceptable to all parties involved.

1 hour ago, The Jabbawookie said:

@idjmv thank you for your gift. While the current invasion prevents us from diverting forces, this will be rewarded. In the meantime, we give you our goodwill (and you shall not want for credits.)

This pact is agreeable, and the Mandalorians will sign on one condition: if a co-signer deliberately opens fire on another co-signer, the remaining parties must see to the violator's destruction.

No pubs on board? We must have sent the wrong schematics. I'm confident your shipwrights did an exemplary job, and you have our gratitude. We can accept delivery this turn on Gestalt or ideally Hurikane, or we can meet you at C'nada or Toronto with a case of tihaar. Know that Hurikane is open to you if you seek a Northern route.

Agreed, and that's a logical extension of the sentiment I was hoping to achieve.

I will deliver Don Cherry the Great to Hurikane, as I believe this will better-aid your war efforts. We gladly appreciate your offer for a case of tihaar, and will enjoy measuring the extent to which our sobriety is comprised by consuming this gift.

REVISED TERMS - seeking ratification by @The Jabbawookie, @Matt3412 and @idjmv

To discuss the formation of an alliance hereto referred to as "The Southern Federation":

• Agreement duration: turns 14 through 18. To be considered contiguous with our previous agreement, that extends until turn 13. No "shooting each other before the new agreement starts", nonsense.
• Non-aggression clause: signatories will not fire upon other signatories of the treaty for the duration of this agreement. Signatories will not invade one another's planets or possessions.
• Betrayal clause: signatories will agree that if a co-signer deliberately opens fire on another co-signer, the remaining parties must see to the violator's destruction.
• Termination clause: a signatory may withdraw from the agreement at no penalty following the written agreement of other signatories
• Mutual defense / attack clause: signatories may, but are not obligated to, intercede in battles between third parties not party to this agreement and any signatory to the agreement.
• Declaration of movement clause: signatories will announce movement of units into other signatories' territory ahead of time, and will not proceed if movement is not approved.

6 minutes ago, The Jabbawookie said:

Out of curiosity, would you likely stand with the South or go your own way?

We do not want conflict, simply for our agreement to be honored. Or altered in a way that is acceptable to all parties involved.

At the very least, I plan to honor our existing agreement until the end of turn 13.

If you find it agreeable, we would be honored to march off to battle at your side. Similarly, we hope that @idjmv and @Matt3412 will also heed the call to arms, though we understand if they opt not to.

2 hours ago, clontroper5 said:

@idjmv so due to recent events I was unable to reach the pick up point. Haveing consisdered my needs I have decided to allow you to keep the Gozanti, the ISD was payment enough.

Understood.

8 minutes ago, FortyInRed said:

Agreed, and that's a logical extension of the sentiment I was hoping to achieve.

I will deliver Don Cherry the Great to Hurikane, as I believe this will better-aid your war efforts. We gladly appreciate your offer for a case of tihaar, and will enjoy measuring the extent to which our sobriety is comprised by consuming this gift.

REVISED TERMS - seeking ratification by @The Jabbawookie, @Matt3412 and @idjmv

To discuss the formation of an alliance hereto referred to as "The Southern Federation":

• Agreement duration: turns 14 through 18. To be considered contiguous with our previous agreement, that extends until turn 13. No "shooting each other before the new agreement starts", nonsense.
• Non-aggression clause: signatories will not fire upon other signatories of the treaty for the duration of this agreement. Signatories will not invade one another's planets or possessions.
• Betrayal clause: signatories will agree that if a co-signer deliberately opens fire on another co-signer, the remaining parties must see to the violator's destruction.
• Termination clause: a signatory may withdraw from the agreement at no penalty following the written agreement of other signatories
• Mutual defense / attack clause: signatories may, but are not obligated to, intercede in battles between third parties not party to this agreement and any signatory to the agreement.
• Declaration of movement clause: signatories will announce movement of units into other signatories' territory ahead of time, and will not proceed if movement is not approved.

We find these terms worth opening countless bottles of rum.

We accept!

10 minutes ago, FortyInRed said:

Agreed, and that's a logical extension of the sentiment I was hoping to achieve.

I will deliver Don Cherry the Great to Hurikane, as I believe this will better-aid your war efforts. We gladly appreciate your offer for a case of tihaar, and will enjoy measuring the extent to which our sobriety is comprised by consuming this gift.

REVISED TERMS - seeking ratification by @The Jabbawookie, @Matt3412 and @idjmv

To discuss the formation of an alliance hereto referred to as "The Southern Federation":

• Agreement duration: turns 14 through 18. To be considered contiguous with our previous agreement, that extends until turn 13. No "shooting each other before the new agreement starts", nonsense.
• Non-aggression clause: signatories will not fire upon other signatories of the treaty for the duration of this agreement. Signatories will not invade one another's planets or possessions.
• Betrayal clause: signatories will agree that if a co-signer deliberately opens fire on another co-signer, the remaining parties must see to the violator's destruction.
• Termination clause: a signatory may withdraw from the agreement at no penalty following the written agreement of other signatories
• Mutual defense / attack clause: signatories may, but are not obligated to, intercede in battles between third parties not party to this agreement and any signatory to the agreement.
• Declaration of movement clause: signatories will announce movement of units into other signatories' territory ahead of time, and will not proceed if movement is not approved.

1 minute ago, idjmv said:

We find these terms worth opening countless bottles of rum.

We accept!

As do we.