Feel free everyone to make your own civ and character and just kick back and enjoy the threads.And we shall soon have a new map so everyone will have more space so please don't worry about that.
To those unfamiliar with what this is, this isn't your standard quest, since we were booted out of /tg/. This is a lighthearted role-playing thread, were anyone can play the role within the galactic federation. Please visit the discord in order to read up on the races and to get info about the Galactic Federation Setting as a whole. And Map is not to scale we still need to update it.
Feel free to make up an alien species and join on in everyone is free to join. And we have our own combat system as well to settle interstellar debates.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-Yd1eWqg3vNKyzgscXQXSENvSUvVKSPMbK0bQr_OsrY
And we have a Discord if you just want to hang out and be cool:
https://discord.gg/Y6nVwhZ
LEGEND
Green and red spoltches represent population density
Blue dots are ringworlds
Gold lines are major trade routes.
BORDER COLORS
Massive red border-Federation memeber and asscociate states.
Green-Ploraxians
Gold-Raltekians
Light Blue-Noo Liberty Union
Orange in federation-Mankind Dominion
Tan-Zzyxx
White next to federation-Border Regions
Black with red cross-Terminus Vaie
Purple-Eortan Kingdom
Orange outside the Federation-The horde
Teal splotches-Perfected Megallanic Clouds
Teal
Notable locations
1)Beacon of Liberty
2)Rumar ARK
OOC I wanna die just post you fucking lunatics. And it is a map,a map for ants.
>>1830266
Hello there. Karl, we need to go. Now. To Aurora.
>>1830279
To where?
>>1830301
Against who? Those horde fellows?
>>1830308
No. Those Gorks, as the Admiral calls it.
>>1830317
>>1830301
Hmm I think It will be a while till they arrive. I don't know when the assault will begin.
ooc use this map guys.
>>1830317
Gorks? My father told stories of such creatures in the far moons, beyond my empire I heard they can put up challenge, I hope they do
>>1830266
Our envoy to the federation has finally arrived in the flesh at last.
Greetings I'm the first Representive of our glorious Star Conclave, fifth in the path of ascendacy. The highlord sends me to represent his interests and the conclave's warrant of trade on our alliance and asks me to remark our independence on our treaties from federation laws: as an independent organization we're free to trade and stay neutral with whom we please, even in the hypothetic case of a war, our trade routes should not neccessarily be closed with both beligerent sides, even if one of them are from outside the federation, even if you're in high steems with the highlord the trade confederations within our conclave don't follow the single views of a man just because he holds the throne.
>>1830336
Hail 5th ascendant, has the cephalopods received my invitation?
>>1830342
Im not a part of your petty federation, im here to secure alliances and trade deals, you have no say over me
>>1830346
Federation high command. We need to do it now. Otherwise, we will be replaced. Let us go.
>>1830353
Fine but still I don't think we'll find any enemies yet,they're probably a while away. But let us fortify this system in case they do arrive.
>>1830349
GWWWWWWAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
>>1830345
They have. And the final decision has been rejecting it for now. You might have been a war hero in the civil war, and your Rumar fought valiantly, however so did the United Empire who side with the federation. As you know we're proud independent people with singular thoughts. Only in times of war we consider alliances and even then they tend to end soon after the wars.
The highlord thanks you for the invitation, however.
>>1830346
Ah the United Empire warhero. It is an honor to be in pressence of both you and Rukaar at the same time. As you know our armies are still rebuilding and unable to send reinforcements for the time being.
>>1830366
Holy shit!!
>He calls for reinforcements
Send everything!!
ooc:off to work my dudes
>>1830366
Heh, they use moons
>>1830377
>the moon would begin spilling out hundreds of crudely constructed battleships from its maw, as the rest of the planets in the system shuddered under the gravitational waves
GWAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGHHHHH
>>1830366
Primitve... but effective.
I'm eager to see more of these... 'gorks'. They'd make for wonderful slaves.
>>1830386
Hmm, should be interesting
All cruisers fire at will, boil them in their steel coffins
> the Rumarian shuttles release thousands of gunboats and frigates, before firing several volleys at the invaders
>>1830390
>the moon would briefly turn towards a nearby planet before shattering and absorbing it in the course of multiple hours
>the moon would grow loud enough that you could hear it shouting from light years away.
>>1830403
Rukaar keep that monstrosity distracted until I get there.
This is Director Markon to all Dominion forces nearby we have a hostile Planetoid tearing its way through Federal space. Rally at my position then we'll move in for an attack.
>>1830403
> a huge installation appears from the void, from it pours millions of ships
OBLITERATE THAT MOON
>>1830397
>as soon as the enemy weaponry impacted the ships it would do massive damage, however there were anomalies. Sometimes your shots would bend inexplicably, sometimes dissapear and on one occasion reflect back at your own forces.
>the front running ships would normally split into pieces upon taking damage, and soon swarms of mysteriously functional wreckage began boarding your ships.
>the attack moon itself would glow before firing what appeared to be its main weapon, a massive gravatic whip, capable of destroying entire fleets in a single bout
>>1830437
Oh my. Quite ingenious weaponscraft, Crude but effective...
>>1830397
I recommend you withdraw your most important ships to a safe distance. I get the feeling something's going to make most of the fleet blow up.
>>1830451
>the moon would attempt to hail you
>>1830461
> the large installation fires at the horde before it, ripping apart hundreds of ships
>>1830430
>From out of the void, would open up a vast purple rift. Moments later, followed by a massive planetoid shaped like a crude face.
>Within moments, it would crash through Neely appeared installation and fleet. Massive blasts of laser and missiles shooting up from it's surface, and cutting apart large swaths of ships.
>After a few moments of this. Thousand upon thousands of ships, and asteroids, would begins shooting up into the void, don't the planetoids surface.
>>1830461
Most unexpected.
>Opens a communication channel.
I am the 5th Ascendant of the Cephalopode Star Conclave, first representative of the warrant of trade, first representative of the conclave in this Federation. With who do I have the honor to speak?
>>1830467
>as the ship debris fly the installation is quickly overrun by said debris.
>It seems that the broken pieces all hold violent superhuman boarding troops with weaponry even more primitive then their ships.
>soon, many of your ships are in full internal conflict
>the moon once again fires its devastating main weapon, 5 times in quick succession, destroying hundreds of thousands of small ships and crushing multitudes of large ones.
Rukaar come in whats happening? I'm ready to jump into the system but I need a status report.
>A third rift tears open, sending a vibrant purple ripple throughout the surrounding space
>An large number of ships, all vaguely resembling art deco skyscrapers formed from scrap metal pour from the rift, surrounding another planetoid dotted with towers
>>1830474
GWAAAAAAGGGGGHHHH
GIS YOU A FIGHTIN LOT?
YU LOOK RIGHT SQUISHY TA ME!
GWAAAAAAAAGGGGGGHHHH
ALLRIGHT BOYZ, LEZ GET HIM!
>a tallish green creature manifests at your position, wearing what looks like an attempt at noble attire.
>it seems to be some sort of diplomat
>>1830469
> Rukaar's warship plows through the fleets around the moons, firing all its weapons at the horde surrounding it
>the foolish invaders are ripped to shreds by the hungered Rumarians, soon the warriors have a full belly and are rwady for more battle
>>1830493
>This would only seem to spur the newly arrived invaders further. As more and more rocks and ships begin shooting up into the void. Their numbers easily overwhelming the aliens.
>Massive blasts of crudely painted yellow missiles, and energy blasts tear vast opening in the fleet to allow more and more rocks and ships to shoot upwards into the void.
>>1830492
Do not be fooled by my attire, under this suit lies the armor my people use to walk on land, outside waters.
Speak. Don't waste my time.
>Not scared by the slightest.
>>1830493
>in an act of brutal kunnin', a smaller moon appears from behind the moon
>with a mighty cry, it unleashes a hail of torpedoes towards the warship
MWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!!!!!
>>1830499
> the Rumarians slaughter thousands before falling, their fleet struggling to stay intact
BREAK THEM
>>1830493
>as the ships moved around the moons, sudden intense gravitational disturbances would engulf the area of space
>the moon would now appear to weigh as much as a gas giant and the few ships that were not swept into its violent orbit were smashed into the surface of the moons void shields.
>the moon would open its cavernous maw once again, spilling out thousands of patchwork behemoth class warships, seemingly unaffected by the gravitational shenanagains.
>the moon would fire its whip another two times, obliterating uncountable ships whilst the rest struggled to fight off the boarders from the warships debris
>>1830500
Yhes, well we were in fact; we meaning our noble species; intending to see if we could come to some sort of arrangement yhes.
Yhes indeed all of this orbital warfare yhes is quite dull yhes. Would it not be better to resolve such matters as war in close combat? On a world of your choice? Yhes?
>>1830508
Very well. Bathari 7, Ocean world at the border bringes between the federation and the star conclave. Bring swimsuits there's no land.
>>1830508
You guys are putting up a damn good fight, how about I duel your greatest warrior, spice thing up a little
>>1830503
>the surface of the moonlet begins to shake
>suddenly a colossal missile bursts forth, chugging sluggishly through the void towards the Rumarian fleet
>tank-like, it plows into the centre of the swarm of ships
>it detonates
>hundreds of ships are swallowed in a blast of apocalyptic proportions, to the sound of MWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!!!!!
All ships jump on my mark..3..2..1...Mark
>At that moment thousands of Dominion Warships crews pool their Psionic powers to move the ship through the immaterial universe of the Shroud.
"Fire."
>As they jump into the systems from multiple angles their weapons flare to life unleashing missles, lasers, plasma, kinetic weapons, and most importantly their psionic arsenal to counter the strange field the aliens have around their fleets.
>The surprise assault is brutal and efficent killing thousands of ships and millions of their crewmen.
>>1830528
BWAHHH HAAAA HAA!
THIS SQUISHY UN INKS HE CAN TAKE ON THE MIGHTY INVINCI'BLORK!
ERY WELL THEN YA ZOGGIN GIT. GET OVAH HERE, LEMME SHOW YA HOW A REAL GOREBOSS FIGHT'S!
>>1830523
Hmm...
>the diplomat weighs his options carefully
There are, of course alternate proposals I can make. Such as I can show you the recordings for the construction of these attack moons. Or perhaps we could come to a, "non-aggression agreement?"
Do not worry, we have already arrived at the planet that used to be an ocean world. Waiting for your main force.
>a smug grin appears on his face
>>1830530
> the warship fires a large blast that envelopes millions of ships, frying the orks from the inside out,
>>1830547
Let us duel then, I will keep your skull as a great trophy
>>1830532
>the assault fleet makes swift work of many of the ships surrounding the gork moon, however it is soon coated completely in boarding vessels and tubes.
>the creatures seem to be resistant to most of the crews psionic abilities, being curiously immune to mind altering affects.
>many of the ships are quickly overrun, and the gork moon fires its whip once more, devastating the fleet and pulling it into its debris filled minefield of an orbit
>>1830554
WELL DEN?
GET OVAH HERE YA STINKIN GROT!
>the creature motions for you to teleport to his location
>>1830547
Oh no no, a force of strength is quite a valid negotiation. The winner gets to put more weight on to it.
Do you smoke?
>Offers a cigar
>A dreadnought appears over Bathari 7 unloading troops to the oceans by orbital deployment
>>1830568
> Rukaar does so, in his finest armour, holding his trusty axe
Ready then? I hope your troops dont interfere
>>1830579
As you wish. Our inmunologic systems are advanced enough to make something as weak as tobacco harmless to us.
>Smokes.
>Meanwhile on Bathari 7 the Ceph troops are dropped over the green tides. Power armors reassembling their forms to heavier 'brute' variants to fight against fisically strong foes.
>>1830578
*the warboss sizes up his gargantuan challenger*
YOUZ A BIG UN FAH SURE!
>you notice that there seems to be a makeshift viewing platform, filled with millions of green skinned organisms
BAT IVE FOUGHT BIGGAH!
WAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGHHHHHHH
>the warboss charges you with an expectedly crude weapon that is somehow able to cleave through any material it touches
>A strange blip appears on radar screens in the galaxy
>Several large ships meander slowly from the far fringes of the galaxy, not sticking to any defined direction
>a crackly voice pierces radio speakers aboard nearby ships
Uhhh... *wheezy laughter and coughing* is this like... is this the Triangulum Galaxy?
>>1830583
>the power armoured forces are not dropped into tides, but piles and piles of angry living orks.
>The entire planet is orks.
>Everything is orks.
>the troops are always surrounded by millions of orkoid beings, walking on top of the living flesh of their siblings and firing devastating weaponry with no regard for the safety of anyone.
>>1830585
> Rukaar activates his weapon, able to cut through anything he hits with enough force
> he dodges his enemy, landing blows in when he can
Come on, you can do better than that
>>1830593
>The troops send a transmission to the fleet:
>They have officially found heaven. Millions upon millions of things to kill and slaughter in a never ending cycle of technological superiority against brute strength.
>The perfect training ground has been born.
>>1830603
>over the horizon, ruinous stomping is heard.
>the orks fight with renewed vigour, knowing what will happen next.
>from underneath the ground burst hundreds of charging gargantuan squiggoths, each seeming to be running from something?
>the hordes charge into the power armoured forces, not slowed or bashed by any form of heavy weaponry
>The Armadas still fight on tearing apart the aliens vessels.
>Meanwhile the wrecks of the destroyed vessels float towards moons their destruction having been a ploy by the Dominion of Mankind to move armies within range of the moon.
"STRIKE NOW MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS!"
>Secondary engines engage turning the hulks into drop pods towards the moons surface heavily damaging the surface infrastructure and killing millions of Orks with the impact.
>>1830602
GWAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGHHHHH
>a deep war cry erupts from the bystanders, incredible chanting heard from everywhere at once.
>the terrible acoustics of the building reverberate the sound and almost deafen you
>you have no idea why, but your opponent seems to become faster, more choppy, even bigger in seconds.
>the Goreboss swings ruinous death blows at you, one after another
>>1830624
>Pingers comparably the size of the squiggoths are dropped from the dreadnought. Charging directly into equiparable melee combat against the beasts, firing their weapons at melee target, and using their signature namesake weapon 'the pinger' to fire sonic waves in circles around them uncaring to hit friend or foe. The effects of the weapon are catastrophic enough to turn the insides out of a Gork or a Ceph alike, but not strong enough to make that to the Squiggoths, merely making them dizzy.
>>1830636
> Rukaar glows with rage as he scores several hits on his enemy, Rukaar's shield saves him from several counter blows
>>1830629
>the moon currently weighs as much as a large gas giant, surrounded by the debris of millions of destroyed ships.
>what few vessels make it through this would be unable to dwell far from their ships, the crushing gravity threatening to kill anyone who leaves it.
It seems the void shield is still unweakened, mainly due to little to no military action to actually destroy the moon.
>the moon would spin up its gravatic whip and gain even more mass, starting to draw in the neighbouring planets in the system.
>>1830645
>>1830638
>the moonlet drifts close to the duel location
>a huge antenna array emerges from the hole left by the torpedo
>on the surface of the planet, a loud buzzing can be heard
>any units attempting to teleport onto or off the planet suddenly find themselves unable to
>a guttural cackling can be heard
Hurhurhurhurhurhurhur...
>>1830638
>the squiggoths ruin a few of the lingers before charging through and escaping predation.
>you soon realise why they were running.
>a towering creature, compatible to the size of large battleships, was charging over the horizon as seemingly impossible speeds.
>You could make out a lone green skin on top, as tall as the orkeosaurus was wide, wielding a blade nearly a mile long.
>>1830655
> the Rumarian ships rally together and support markon,ripping apart most of the moon's defenses
>>1830655
>The dreadnought, which wasn't teleporting anything on the first place, keeps orbital dropping troops into the green tides. There's no reason to stop, the troops have fun in the carnage and the ship members have fun in the carnage.
>>1830657
>Back on the federation station, the fifth ascendant scratches his chin as he views this from the report viewscreen featuring headcams of various troopers.
Impressive.
Are any of these beasts for sale?
>>1830659
>the moon takes substantial damage, almost taking down its shields.
>it's pilot decides to reverse gravity itself, and ping every thing that just invaded it off of the surface before resetting it to how it was and crushing those who had invaded it.
>the ork moon fires off its whip twice in a row, glowing all the while a hundred thousand ships pour out of its mouth and into the scene.
>the sound of the GWAAAAAAAGGGGGGHHHHH can be heard on every planet in the galaxy
>>1830671
The only price is the cost it takes to catch and feed one. And the fact that it's mere presence causes a near infinite amount of gorks to appear and ruin everything. And the fact that it does not stop growing.
And also 200 tonnes of adamantite
>>1830689
Hm so it's an WMD to be bought and deployed at the same day. I see.
Well the only thing we have left to counter that should an orbital bombardment fail is a planet termination.
>>1830675
> the remaining warships all fire everything into the moon, tsking down its shield and damaging it
>>1830660
>another colossal torpedo emerges from the moonlet, this on bearing a large drill on the tip
>it slams into the side of the dreadnought and begins to bore in
S̰̟ị̟͠n̞͎͇͎̫͙c̙̬e̸͚̳̦͉̥̗̺ ̙̙̮͚͈̦̦a̩̖͕͓͠p̷̼͔̗̝p͕̞͡a̞͞r̤͕̫e̻̫̗͓̼͔ǹ̙͕̬t͙̱̻͚̪͟l͎̟̹̜̘̘y̤͍̖͖͚ͅ ͕̱̥̼̰t̜̘̬̙͓h̝̭̹͍ͅe̕re̪̗̦ͅ ̱͖̭̬̜i͇̹̭̫̺ͅs̹̘͙̼͞ ͙̞̤̻̪̗a͚͔̝̥͖͎͈͝ ̷͚w̜͉͕̹̯͇̤a̜r̫͉̰ ̜̙̼̻̫̺g͕̬͝o̘̟̭̩͈in̬̗͉͈̗̜g̭̟ ͉͍̗̬͇͍͉͟ò͕̠ṇ̥̮̠̖͖ ̼̣̖̟͞a͇͙͎͙̳̤n͖̭̤͓̟̙̪d̰̠̪͈̭͜ ̢͍͎̰͇̗͇̗Ņ̳̰̖̞O̜͉͚̭̖ ͙̗̹̱̮̺̀O̠͎̟̟̹Ṇ̪͉̘͇͜ͅE͚ ̪͔́T̶̻͇͚̞̙̣O̱̪͓̪̦̟L̰͙D̞̘̹̥̻̤͔ ̖̞̟̖ͅME̕ ̼͉͜I'̘̼͉v̷̤͖̞͓e͕͟ b̘̥̮̫͍̥̕r̫̺̱̞̭̺o̳͈u͍͓͞g͓͕h͈̙͠t̼̹͙̳̰̳͎ ̺̙͓͙͉͉͙͟Ţ̩̭̼H͉͍̥R̻͉E̩̪̤̝̦ͅĘ̝͚ M̘O̢̬̳͖̙̼̝L̷͉̰̭͎͇͍ͅE̝̭͎͍͡S͖̱̝͓͟ͅ ͕̼̗̥̣͢OF̭̮̺̀ͅ ̸̼̟̬̹͉̞̯M̹Y̫̞͚͇̤̫̩͜ ̰̦T̶͔͈͕̩̝̯̤O̻͈̬͙ͅU̮̝̖̩͚G͕̖̤̰͕͟H̯̥͟E̜̩S̡̠̪̭̯͚͙͇T͔͓ ͙̫͟W̹̟̯̝̤̠̳A̛͕̝R̝̤̩R̤̬͠I͉͈̟O̹̣͉̩Ṛ͕̱̤͎ ͢F͚͍O͍R̫͕̟̰͙M̱̻̬̻̖͓S̺̫̬ ̳͙̫̱̩ͅ ̵a̹̣͓n̡͙̺d͓̪̺̻ ̺͓̩͓͖̳I̖̬̦̥̼͘ͅ ͎̹w̳̤̜̘̞i̡̞ll̥͕̪̰̥͖ ̤̩͓̝̦͔ͅdes̱͎̺̠͖͝t̳̺̻̘̘r̖͎̼̯͡o͖͔͞y̤̤͎̗̩͠ ̧̗͍̣̜̙ͅt̶̟he̻̮̥̙̹̥s̳̠͍̳e̱̖̳̙ ͎̰͍̪i͖di͙̯̯͢o̷͚̗t̖͓̘͍̜͘i̜͚͜c̺̗̦̞̬̬̫͞ ͙̼̣͓͍̹̯c̘̗͜h̛̭̙a̢̩̹̖͖̼o͕̤t̷i͔̗̗̯c̴̯̣̺͓ ̴͖̭̗i̤͇̰n͓ͅv̙a̢̳̱͔̼͍d͔̤̳̱ͅe̪̖͖r̰͙̝s̼̠̟͉ ͝W̶̞͉I̫̞͎̙͟Ţ̹͍͍͓ͅH̫͉͔͔ ͎̻E̮͈NO̮̹̹͇̩U͉̙G͙͡H̰͎ ̙̮͎͕̺̣M̮̫͍͖̦A̸̝̮̼S̼̻̱͇̺ͅS̯̝͔̠͚E̵̟̭̫͕̳͍D̹̭̼̤̯ ͢PL̤A̯͞ͅS̘͔̳̣̯͍M̡̥A͉̖̹̬̳͉͚ FI̞͍̖̹̖Ŕ̤̭̥͇͓ͅE̹̭̻̰̝ ̯̜̤̦͕T̢̩̞̥͈̩O̸͚͇ ̢̬͔̟̩̙̱E͉͔̘̠͚C͈̖̪̫̯̞̗L̙̗͈̝̹I̫̳͍̫͇͘PS̯̙̝̖E̦̩͈ ̳̪̗̤̟̣̕T̟͓̜̗̤͟H̢̹̳̹E̘ ̜͜S͎͍̮̟̪T̢͖͈̙ͅA̖͚͓R̦͈̫S̤͉
>>1830699
We filled the ocean planet with gorks for a reason.
Did you think we would not expect you to exterminatus the entire thing?
Honestly, what do you think is going to happen when the bombs fall upon it?
>>1830717
A marvel of biological warfare.
Not only they swarm the planet but their termination infests it growing more of your kin.
Oh yes we're going to have bussiness indeed. Is there any cryo pods or any other way to keep your species from warmongering out and about until deployed? My kin would like to buy a few hundred Gorks to experiment on, duplicate and grow before throwing them out against our enemies.
>>1830700
>finally working out that the moon is vulnerable after firing its whip, the ships are quickly ravaged by countless gorkoid boarding ships and are, for the most part, wiped out by the gravatic whip.
>the moon begins glowing and flashing repeatedly, gravitational spikes drawing in the very sun closer to it
>>1830735
> the immense swarm of Prethoryn ships unleash a massive broadside of plasma engulfing the moon with burning death
>>1830730
That sounds more beneficial for me than you could ever imagine.
Normal cryopods will work, but not if the orks don't think they will.
You also will have no way of controlling my kin at all, mind alteration devices normally gain sentience and go insane.
And lastly, where there are orks, there are orks.
Go on, capture a few of them, they will probably overrun any station you put them on within the week.
Consider it a gift.
>>1830746
>the plasma reflects and refracts itself in a billion impossible ways before ceasing to exist.
>the orkish moon seemingly gone with it.
>whatever it was doing, it seemed to have worked.
>the entire thing teleported, leaving its remaining enemies with a barrage of ship shrapnel and an entire sun barrelling towards them
>>1830735
> the last of the ships ram themselves into the moon's core, causing heavy damage to it
>>1830747
Oh we just have to make them believe that the cryorays can affect them then. I see. Memetic psyonic field. Very well.
>Button push on the comms console.
Captain freeze some of the broken space debris on the space battle, make sure the orks see the rays taking effect on the space garbage before freezing a few troops. I want them stored on the pods by yesterday.
>He takes a second to smoke.
Oh, yes and I'll have your head if they escape containment.
>"It shall be done, my lord"
>>1830755
I will have great joy watching you attempt to use psionics on my kin. Much joy indeed. And also, I should mention...
No.
It's nothing.
Does that conclude our business?
>>1830751
> dude what the fuck. Your race is literally orks but I was assured you were being clever with the idea. Now you have two giant death moons that are immune to everything and are fighting us for some reason. Either stop having your race be OP or don't start fights.
TLDR re write your race or just stop
>Meanwhile at the Dominions forward base on the Attack Moon.
"High General if you would allow me 200,000 good men and some time I think I might be able to solve our little rampaging planetoid problem."
"Your clear to begin Ulon. Make it count."
>General Khasar cracks a rather sinister Grin.
>>1830766
I don't plan to use psyonics. I see that your kin behaves under a wave of a memetic psyonic field. What your own kin believes warps reality. It's taken me a bit but I can see it there. Things only affect them when they --know-- it can affect them.
Hm yes that should conclude our bussiness unless you desire something in exchange.
>>1830772
>claims the orks started a fight.
>they didn't, the fed attacked first
>complains about OP
>brings in three moles worth of preythoryn, going by the average size of a preythoryn being a sabre tooth tiger that's 24 fucking moons worth of preythoryn biomass that suddenly and instantly appeared to fight me from fuck-nowhere
>>1830782
Of course I desire something in exchange, it would be rude not to!
Simply sign, here, here, here, here and here.
>displays a 20 page document written in a completely unintelligible language.
>>1830645
>the giant challenger seems to have trouble hitting the goreboss, whilst the goreboss, after taking several bad hits charges the mans ankles to try and shear his feet off
>>1830808
I require a translator module. A moment please.
>Puts on a monocle that scans the text to make it intelligible.
>>1830799
Wut
>>1830817
>even after the translator, the text still seems to be total gibberish.
>you can only conclude that it is meant to be this way for some strange reason
>>1830799
> was literally asked to come and be counter OP by others
> you were told out of character to not do this
> is fighting entire federation at once and is fine
> is playing literal 40k orks
>>1830788
>the tide of butchery pushes through the ship towards the bridge
>the front ranks begin hammering on the doors, sappers covering the surface with breaching charges of excessive proportion
>the gargantuan blast vapourises the head of the ork column, but the surge is unabated - the orks swarm onto the bridge
>>1830824
>the horde falters at the sight of an ork diplomat before them
>the tide slows, then stops awkwardly before the meeting
WAAAAAAA-Uhr, wot? Nubbody tol' us dat orkz was already in 'ere. Iz we interruptin' summin'?
>>1830824
Hm my modules can't translate your text.
I can't sign deals I can't understand on behalf of my people. Do you have any translator?
>>1830830
No, this is also completely unreadable to me.
It does not actually mean anything, it's just something to wave around so I can pretend to have made any sort of progress.
>>1830826
>did not address a single one of my points
>expects me to address any one of their points
>>1830836
I see.
>Signs.
>>1830836
> a huge fleet appears over the battlefield, Zel'radix Holy Fleets
I speak for the Zel'radix Holy Empire, information has been given to us that these "Gorks" have committed several crimes against the great God, we have come to punish the non believers
>>1830829
HEY GUYS, HE JUST SIGNED THIS MEANING WE ARE NOW IMMUNE TO DYING, THAT MEANS ITS TRUE.
>waves the signed paper in the air so nobody can actually read it
>teleports off instantly
>>1830799
> FTL exists
> three moles was somewhat excessive I admit but I was asked to end the fight quickly
> somehow I doubt the federation started a war on this scale
>>1830856
Tell us more about your religion.
Ya git.
>>1830869
>orks show up
>federation instantly declares war
>>1830871
> the plant based being turns his head, confused
You...wish to know of the great spirit? He is the guardian of all worlds, both grand and petty, you have committed sin to his holy name by destorying these worlds and raping that moon, you must pay for your sins
>>1830866
>the same thought goes through each ork's mind
>am official-looking piece of paper?
>well, that must be true then!
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH!!!!!!!!!!!!
>the orks charge, beginning to wreck the bridge and slaughter the crew
>>1830882
How interesting!
However our goreband has not destroyed any inhabited worlds, and your federation has done far worse than us in the whole "completely destroying a planet" side of things. And to be fair, we only destroyed a planet after being attacked by your very federation.
Where did your god come from?
Ya git?
>>1830895
I am not part of the federation, and your race did use a moon as transport, a grand sin, but your attitude intrigues me, the world came from the Other, a place of nothing, but a place of all, the Spirit created all in his image, and you defaced it
>>1830866
>>1830883
Ingenious.Reminder that the representative is not in the dreadnought, never was, he's in the federation.
I will remind you that the paper also said that if you come close to stare any cephalopoid being or technology you will all also teleport back home like he did.
>Drinks from a mug that says 'true story'
>he gives the details of the situation to the Ploraxians
>millions of men, thousands of ships and tanks are comissioned into service and warped towards the foul greenskin menace.
>>1830907
Not part of the federation?
Well we may share some common adversaries!
And we would like to inform you that this particular attack moon is almost entirely made of pig iron mined from millions of different planets!
The core of the transport is also from multiple sources, so no individual planet was obliterated in its construction!
Now tell me, how did your race first learn of the Spirit?
>>1830934
>suddenly a massive Ploraxian fleet, led by obloss himself, combats the greenskin threat
GET THEM! CHARGE, FOR KINROTOS XIX, AND FOR PLORAXIA!
>>1830913
>over some kind of primitive radio, a message is played back.
WUZ A CEPF-HALO-PLOID?
YOUZ SQUISHY
>>1830934
No, your tricks will not work on me heretic, I have an ally that is part of this federation, I am bound to help him, prepare your armies, may the Great Spirit have mercy on your souls
>>1830942
Everything overly squishy is a cephalopoid specie. Even more so if it has tentacles like the Ceph. Or the Dreadnought you're standing on.
>>1830940
>as if expecting the fleet to charge into nowhere, the Gork moon would finally rematerialise, completely removing some planets from their orbits and striking the assault fleet with its gravatic whip, all the while it maw spawns forth yet more orkoid ships.
>>1830949
IZ CANT HEAR YOUZ!
SOUNDS LOIK YA NEED A GUD KRUMPIN!
>the orks would simply assume he was nearby and smash the dreadnought to pieces
>>1830957
>Pic Related is how little 5th ascendant cares about the deaths of some underlings and rather how much cares about the loss of a good dreadnought.
>Ceph Culture isn't very caring for each other honestly...
this is fucking dumb
> I'd like to declare all ork related events non canon. The best I can understand from this clusterfuck is someone told some folks from field kit inspection that we wanted to be invaded by orks. We didn't and don't. I'm provisionally blaming bealy because fuck that guy. Now let's return to normalfederation politics
Rolled 80 (1d100)
>>1830491
I'm taking the business boys.
Leave this one to me I'm gonna make these lawyers burn.
>He takes a section of the fleet, about 30 cruisers,a few battleships and a load of corvettes and aims at the ships.
>>1830591
Is it? I thought this was the Milky Way could be wrong though.
>>1831221
D̶͎̜̜̹̺̝o̷͕̺͍͕ͅͅn̜͢ͅ'̸͖̖͙͙t̤̭̳̱ͅ ̧̠̦̭̟͓̰͖a̠͔̬͖͔̭ş̭̤̩̦ḱ ̹͔u̢̮͓̱̪̞ͅs̶ ̹w̞͖e̻̰ ̖̻͜h̥͈̟͞a̹̻͕̹̜͔ͅv͖̩̦̝ͅę̥ͅ ͡n͉̻o̖̦͡ ̛͔̥͓̥̗̯i͉d̯̞̜̣͝e̗a͍̳
̶͈̩W̹̫͉̳̬̪̩e̴͙̝ ͔̱n̫̱e̱͈̖ṿ̵̙͈er̡ ̶͙̦n̫̮̩͎a̮m͎̝͈͙͙͕e͞d̥͔̫͔̦ ͙t̘̜̤h̡i̞̘̬̪̗͙͚s͉̫͍ ͚͎͈̖̘͖s͜o̴̹̦r͔̙̮̯̖t̻̦͓̖͙ ̰̱̬͜ͅof͚̖͖̠ ̣̰̠t̸̞ḩ̫̞̱͖̭̩i͞n̷g̭̗̠ ̧̩̥b͓̭e̳̭̳̞f̫̳̥̹̘̗o̮̯͓̻̕r̹e͉͕͍̞͓̤ͅ ̠̫͕̥̮ẉ̗̝̦̞́e̳̯̺ ̺͈̩͕ç̮a̳̼̰̟̞̩̙m͖͇e͔͠ ̙̥̳h̰̣̖̖̀e̛̳͎͎̫͔̥r̠͓̭̼̘̟̪̀e͞
>>1831189
Ooc ehhhh I say we go with the silliness just for now and try to negotiate with them instead of being a bunch of murder hobos.
>After a few more hours of intense fighting a UE shuttle is dispatched with the Admiral and a few more humans on board. It approaches the edge of the contested system.
On the behalf of the Federation I would like to announce a cease fire or at least a chance for these new arrivals to talk.
Ooc just warning you guys tomorrow the Admiral is gonna give you all the biggest fucking rant of all time. Ooc and IC I am pissed 1. You fuckers turned the powercreep up a billion by pulling all these fleets and shit out of your ass so you better ALL be suffering major losses and be very weakened. I'm looking at you Rukaar with your "I killed millions of ships".
2. NONE of you fuckers rolled. If you're gonna do pvp you HAVE to roll otherwise it's just bullshit one upping.
3. FEDERATION MEMBERS WE'RE ALL DIPLOMATS WHY DID NONE OF YOU USE DIPLOMACY????
4. You should at least try to be fair to your opponents which doesn't mean BRINGING BILLIONS OF SHIPS PRETHORYN WHICH WOULD TAKE FOREVER BECAUSE OF YOUR SLOW FTL. It also means that you can't just have a giant whip come out of nowhere with no defense against it.
5. If you're going to do a battle make it epic and descriptive and not just an "well akshually" contest. If you're going to murder do it tastefully.
Rant over good night everyone.
Ooc and IC I am disappointed.
>>1831914
Freeform was a mistake.
>>1832267
I'm just dying to know why you guys aren't on /tg/ anymore.
>>1832364
but hurt mod.said that this wasn't suited to TG and one of us got a weekly ban for trying to go back
>waking up the ambassador gets up and looks out into the void of space for his daily pea- why is there a large debris field?
WHHHHHHHHAT THE HELL HAPPEND?
>scowling in disbelief the symbiote runs down the corridor and sometimes upside down as he bull rushes to the diplomatic section. his comms unit desperately trying to reach someone, anyone
hello? karl? ovaa? rukkar? ANYONE?
he stumbles several times before he reaches the meeting rooms
>>1832385
> Rukaar is missing chunks of flesh, his armour ripped to pieces, he walks with a limp towards the chamber, dragging The Ork warboss's head into the room, He laughs before promptly falling to the floor
>>1832390
rukkar? what the fuck happ- oh shit
>grabbing the ragged shark, I half drag half lift him to a med bay
you lucky I'm not bonding someone with you you big oaf
[rolling for medics]
Rolled 66 (1d100)
>>1832392
>>1832390
OIZ DAT ALL YA GOT YA GROT?
>the head would graw at his arm viciously
I IZ GORK-VINCIBLE!
>>1831221
Awww shit man... we're fucking lost
>the voice gets fainter, as if yelling to someone in the background
Davlos you fuckin' tard, I told you we were lost!
>Ovaa steps in and stops the war due to apparently I can do that without rolling anything
:^
>>1832396
GUD FOIGHT?
GUD FOIGHT?
ILL SHOW YA A GUD FOIGHT!
>the ork would be releasing spores everywhere around him
>>1832400
Can...you not, im busy dying, let me fight you after
> his words are slurred
>>1832399
There we go, everyone is friends now and let's resume the diplomacy
OOC: I am glad I didn't partake in this mess, this is not what these threads are for, I don't get mad often but right now I am pic related. So please stop this mess and let everything return to normal!
>>1832402
>a squig would be punching the man in the face
>>1832404
> Rukaar catches it with his shark like jaws, consuming it whole
Hey...doc where are ya
>>1832405
>another squig would finish developing and charge rukaars legs
>>1832407
Brother...hood, can you help me a bit
>>1832409
GWAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGHHHHHHH
>a few more squigs, this time with horns would form and attack the man
>>1832410
> Several large creatures attack the squish, eight in total, while the others are fighting one shakes Rukaar
No, not now Khayerg I am dying
>>1832416
It...hurts...make sure my kids dont die
>>1832412
>a number of squigs would violently explode, giving Invincli'blork the perfect opportunity to roll away.
>a few more 'sploding sqiigs would manifest
>>1832418
> this is when guards enter the room, shooting down the squigs, then giving their lord medical aid
>>1832416
>there is the sound of several buttons and dials being pressed and turned
How do I turn this fuckin... No Davros, nobody asked you you stupid fuck
>more buttons and dials are heard being mashed, before a video link is established from the strange new ships
Greetings alien dudes, I am Krexlor Jamm, 7,695th President of the Tentlopikan Interplanetary Confederation. We're lost.
>Three "ambassadors" are sitting, watching cartoons
>Narg looks out the window
Narg:Hey this looks like home, all this wreckage and stuff, wait this isn't normal
Garry:Hmm maybe we should call someone
>Grod leaves the rooms and tells at the hallway
Grod:WHAT HAPPENED?
>>1832419
>the squigs violently detonated when shot
>the goreboss had completely vanished
>>1832420
> Rukaar struggles to stand, but after a minute he is able too, that limp in his leg isn't going away anytime soon
Hello there, where are ye going to
>>1832424
Oh ya know just
>the president waves his long bony hand above his head, sending gusts of acrid smoke around the room
Around
>>1832426
You didn't have a destination? Well when ya do I can help
>>1832430
YA CEN STANHD AHP AN FOIGHT MEH!
>the goreboss had somehow managed to get a Gretchin to make him a robotic body, almost entire made of metal plating
>>1832424
Grod:Well, looks like no ones here.
Garry:So...what now
Narg:Maybe we call someone, like that shark dude
Grod:I dislike his kids
Narg:Oh they were just playing
Grod:He needs to feed them more
Garry:Anyways, let's call him
>Garry dials Rukkar
Garry:Hey, umm what happened while we were...doing important diplomatic stuff?
>G.I Joe reboots theme can be heard in the background
>>1832434
STAPH?
YA CHALLENGED ME TO A FOIGHT YA DID, AN BATH AV US IZ STILL BREATHING WE IZ!
ARE YA SAYIN YA FORE-FIT YA DIRTY STINKIN GROT?
>>1832434
Narg:That's bad, where are you? No wait we'll find and save you anyways, guys, to totally legal prototype shuttle!
>They all leave the room, G.I Joe theme is still in the background
>>1832430
Do you have like a lighter or something
>the president shakes a shitty plastic cigarette lighter, trying to coax some life from it
Mine's all out
>>1832440
>the goreboss does the same, charging his enemy and attempting to crush him under the weight of his impossibly functioning body
>>1832440
Roll both of you, my battreys during so ill be back soon
>>1832440
Narg:Okay, get the death bot in here and we'll be out
>Grod brings some kind of robot inside the shuttle
Narg:And were off, hit it Garry!
>Garry pushes some button
>A rocket like craft launches out of Liberty
Rolled 20 (1d20)
>>1832440
>>1832443
> Rukaar barely dodges the attack and slams his axe into the Goreboss' s leg, disabling him
Do you want a fight! I know someone who can fight better than me!
Rolled 13 (1d20)
>>1832446
>>1832380
OOC that was pretty awesome dude.
>>1832420
Nice to meet you Herr President do you need directions?
>>1832450
>dealing his enemy another crippling blow, the goreboss revels in his victory and decides to go back to his moon
>>1832465
That's good I don't think these rifles would have done anything to the fucker anyways. Let's head home I think Rukaar is gonna need more then a few stitches.
But Narg,Grod, and Garry I think I have a plan to deal with our new arrivals.
>>1832465
Why is it when I help people I am always on the verge of death
Rolled 24 (1d100)
>>1832466
Narg:Neat
Garry:Wait where did we leave battle-bot?
Grod:*While still dragging Rukaar*Wait battle-bot I thought you said any bot
Garry:Who did you bring?
Grod:Dance-bot
>>1832463
>A robot confronts HEAD near the enterence
"Battle-bot":I-CHALANGE-YOU-TO-DANCE-OFF
>He begins dancing
>Rolling for performance
>>1832467
I don't know man. Thanks for the lighter though
>the alien activates the lighter, before lighting his pipe
>he takes a deep inhale, coughs profusely, then blows a vast cloud of thick smoke tinged with green
Rolled 54 (1d100)
>>1832470
YA CALL DAT DANCIN?
PREHPARE TO BEH DANCED INTA DAH WARP!
>>1832474
Yes I do, why do you think I rather just watch people fight anymore
>>1832474
YOUZ NAT A GUD FOIGHT, YA SHAD BE ASHAMDED!
>royally fucks off back to his moon
>The Admiral calls the various members of the Federation over the Vox assembling one massive relief fleet. The effort of 27 species and almost all of the UE's navy assembling outside the affected system.
We have one shot at this one method of attack and one chance to contain this disaster before it spreads throughout the Federation. These moons must die,they must be wiped out and destroyed for the threat of these Gorks to stop. I have brought all four titan class warships under my control to break the shields and hit the surface. Are you ready to die with me for the Federation?
>From the ranks of the Federation pilots a round of affirmatives is heard.
>>1832478
>Grod stops dragging
Narg:Here we are!
>He points at a shoddy rocket-ship thing
Garry:Okay do you need help to get up?
>>1832480
>A giant hole in fabric of reality opens up
>Hundreds of rag-tag ships of various sizes have entered the area
Narkon:Hello, this is Belaniran confederacy's space boss Narkon, sorry for the delay
>>1832481
No, im fine, I only lost use in one of my hearts, I should be able to stand
>>1832483
Garry:Good, come in
>Insides of the ship are rag-tag and made of already used metal, much of which is rusted, you are pretty sure on of the walls is made of a "Borrowed" dumpster
>>1832485
And this place is?
>>1832480
>the ambassador of the symbiotes taps karl on the shoulder.
karl rukkar is not cleared for duty, and will you allow me to attempt diplomacy at least once more? before you begin this terrible conflict?
>>1832488
I can fight...im fine
>>1832490
>the parasitic being turns and unleashes the doctor gaze.
you are missing several organs, your torn to shreds and quite frankly you look like shit with your reactions failing you.
you...are not......FINE.
>he punctuates each word with growing taller and taller until he stands comfortably at eye level with the gigantic shark man.
you will not be fighting unless your in a ships turret
>>1832487
Narkon:Glad to hear, what can we help with?
>>1832488
Alright Hood you may try.
>The Admiral begins donning a massive power klaw and having his uniform be replaced with something much more darker. Having one of his eyes being replaced with a bionic laser and donning battle armor.
I had a vision of this these Orks will learn to fear us after they know the Old Man is leading the assault.
>>1832493
...
you look fucking ridiculous, take that shit off
but I have a few friends who want to help if worst coms to worst.
>he steps away to find a transmitter and in come death, war and conquest.
death: greetings admiral, why are you dressed up?
war: its a human thing
>>1832491
You have no power over me, I will fight, only three beings can stop me, and you are not any of them
>>1832491
Narg:Okay Rukki, please hold something firmly, like you are in a buss
>Narg pushes some buttons
>Rocket-thing leaves the ship it crashlanded on and...drifts in space
Narg:Umm...Garry
Garry:I can't, button is stuck with...toffee, why did you use toffee istead of glue
Narg:It's cheaper, and delicious, just keep trying to push it
>>1831914
> I was told help OP assholes from no where are recking everything come and be counter OP. Your the one that invited then without asking or telling anyone this is your bring out if line not us
>>1832498
................
rukkar, are you going against doctors orders.
if you do ill tell the ripperess on you, and I know for a fact she is one of the three.
so kindly shut up sit down and go find a gun emplacement to use.
>opening a comms link it try one last ditch effort of diplomancy........... this is going to go horrible
>>1832492
I need your ships to break apart the Ork formations and spread out their assault. We're having all forces form a giant fishbowl around the system so they'll be unable to focus their attacks.
>while the ork line is still trying to connect, I also send a call out to brylo asking to speak with garlia.
>I wait while he mumbles about before it connects
hello is this rukkars sister garlia?
>>1832504
Fuck off, im leading my men, you dont even have contact with her
>>1832506
>meanwhile the gork GWAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGHHHHH had been gaining strength, pumping out more and more gorkish ships from its maw and seeding planets in multiple systems with gorkoid life forms.
>>1832506
Narkon:Understood, my ships will fire at your command
>Ship with a destroyed sized gund(Which is the biggest part of it) leaves the wormhole
>>1832513
OI WUZZ ISS IT YA SQUISHY HUMIE?
>>1832516
I am a symbiote, not a human. I request you and your forces cease your activities in federal space and go seek a more aggressive and "foiting" adversary they are called the awakened and have many weapons and soldiers. surely they are better to fight than us pathetic autocrats. they are even easy to find to the galactic east.
>>1832513
Damn right I did, now im calling a dropship
>>1832517
YA DA ONNS DAT START A FOIGHT WIV US FRAM THE START!
Y AH YOU TRYNA GEDD-OUT AV IT?
>>1832519
Narg:Umm, can you call it and help us too? Our engine button is stuck in toffee candy
Rolled 29 (1d100)
>>1832520
no, I simply recognise that we are such inferior fighters against you that we would not be entertaining enough. where as the bigger and stronger advererys are much better at warfare but you don't want a good fight so.....
>he shrugs
is suppose that you wont get one in this galaxy given the awakened are retreating and you will probably never catch them
[sneaky diplomacy]
>>1832524
DID HA JUST SAY.
A GUD FOIGHT?
WHERZZ DA FOIGHT?
GWAAAAAAGGGGGGGHHHHH
>>1832522
You can use my dropship, here it is now
> the ship's doors open and another Rumarian lord enters, but this one is female, and she looks angry
Fuck me...Hello sister
Rolled 3 + 10 (1d100 + 10)
>>1832520
>>1832519
Leave this place Gork you may want war but we shall not give it to you. We will strike at you from millions of miles away without you even seeing us,we will raid you and drop smart bombs all over your troops, and we'll use bioweapons and nukes instead of soldiers and make this the most boring conflict in the universe. And that just isn't what you're looking for.
ooc rolling for bluff
>>1832529
DAT SUNDS FUN, I WUZ ABOUT TO GO EASSHT BAT YA JUST CAUGHT MA ATTENSHUN!
GWAAAAAAAAGGGGGGHHHHH
>sighing I take a small device from my belt
time to throw this in with malal
>he activates the retcon bomb
good bye autistic stupidity
>>1832534
Wait what just happened? It's like... I had the weirdest dream. You all were there and what happened?
>>1832540
no idea, but sorry you were saying something about consolidating your control of your frontier worlds through new naval instillations were you not?
>>1832540
W͍ͅe͕̝̻̩͚̘ ̧̣͍͇ḍ̭̫̗̣͢o̞̥̫̝͙͙̪n't ̵̞̖̙ͅd̛͇̟r̗̹e̖̱̱͙̘̰̗a̡̱̥m̖ ̙͉̫͉̹̰̮n̺ơ ̧̮̺͇͓̱̞i̦͈̻̻̥͔͢d͘e͈̦͎̪̞͎a̙͎̫̦ ͈̩͓͈̞̪͇ẉ͉̻̠͚͡h̹a̢͖͙̼t̥̖̻͙̰̟͇͝ ͕̙̭̻̫y̘͉̹̝ͅơ͔u̞̞̺͢ṟ̤͕̼̙ ͇̞̩͍̞͙͉t̠̹̦a̖̱͕̙͖̟̹k̦͍̫͚͎̹̗͝ị̬̯n̺̖̬͙g̙̪̺͇̥ͅ ̡̩̝͓̟a̼͚̖b͎̖̮̭ͅo͈̺͝u̩͎̮̺̖͈t͖͔̫͎͠
>>1832534
>Three of them are watching cartoons in their room
>>1832545
what are you three doing, why do I hear something called joe repeatedly
>>1832549
Narg:We found this show while learning to use your TV remotes.
Grod:I like it
Garry:I'll go make some snacks
>>1832554
>sighing in tiredness, I shake my head
save me a seat, I need some R and R and I will get the snacks
>>1832553
intresting, and might I make a suggestion on making sure to send a few creature comforts/ some more mixed spices colonists to prevent the incident like the grand moikki from occurring. speaking off the horsemen have begn tracking the high mage, results should be in by the end of the week.
anything else before I go watch "TV"
>>1832553
W̹̦̳̹͕̞e̗̟̫̩̤ ̝̮̖͠J̰͓u̜̪̣̫s͙t͇̝͍͈̱̭̱͘ śa̵̱̹íḓ ̛̦̥͙w̼͓̦͞e̡͍̪̥̠ ̷̺͕̱͙̮̻͔d͙̪͍̺̤̦́i̙d͝n͕̟͙̜̰͜ͅ'ṭ̵
>>1832560
Grod:Okay...
>Garry brings a massive bucket of popcorn, easily his size
>>1832564
hey number... 12 was it? do you want to have a movie night?
or do you have other plans
>>1832560
What is going on?
>>1832573
movie night, and I invited brylo and your sister. I cant reach khainin or ovaa
>>1832576
Because Khanin is sleeping fool
>>1832583
>Grod passes by with a wheel-cart full of food, some of it is still alive
>>1832583
that's just hurtful and unhelpful
>he has his hands behind his back, hiding the fact he had nearly typing in khanins number for the third time
I knew she was sleeping
>>1832584
> Rukaar picks out the still live food and sits down
So what are we watching
>>1832586
we are watching an old terran film called.
stur trak, or something like that.
>the flim starts and the ambassador began eating the popcorn from the gretchin's bowl
>he soon falls asleep as episode 34 comes aroundwith that I shall retire, good night
>>1832587
>Narg eats some goo
Narg:Ey this Federation reminds me of something, dunno what.
>Garry goes to the kitchen
>>1832587
> Rukaar is kept awake by the children who are bouncing around
Uggggggh,...children
>>1832595
Grod:I don't like them, they are trying to eat me
>Grod looks at the emergency whacking stick closet
>>1832595
>Ovaa walks up to the children and give them a small sweet, it's obvious that is homemade Noo sweets too.
There, that should calm them down. How are you faring Rukaar?
>>1832601
They usually are calmer than this, they just ate,I dont know why they are so...argh
>>1832608
Grod:Warm milk with honey makes Grod sleepy, maybe it'll make children sleepy...
Ooc on break have I missed anything in the discord?
I have returned ughh I have the worst headache.
>His mind flashes to some sort of final battle against a strange green enemy. Millions of Federation ships engaged in combat in this strange alternate universe. Suddenly his ship breaks through the enemy's formation heading to some kind of gigantic moon the ship falling apart but he detonates the drives as he hits-
Ahhhh fucking hell. Anyone else been having these strange visions?
>>1833639
No Admiral, I have not. Anyway, did you ever get around to interrogating those prisoners from that station? I am quite curious as to here their story
>>1833648
>He makes sure the Vox is secure
Well we discovered their mission was one of slaving. They were transporting new slaving drones to enslave their (at the time) Ploraxian enemies en masse. We destroyed the ship and the drones and hopefully their knowledge has been destroyed as well. Any news of your people? I have a few old ships that we've been trying to get rid of, they've outlived their use sadly. Perhaps you can make use of them.
I have managed to put the children to sleep, have their been any developing situations in my absence?
>>1833673
May I ask what class of ship they are, because if they are dreadnoughts than we will not buy them
>>1833639
Not really you sure your getting enough sleep Karl?
>>1833708
I shall inform my government of this, but do not get your hopes up. We can be surprisingly stingy when it comes to buying products that don't add some amount of fun or pleasure to our lives
>>1833716
Hello aldon, how have you been holding up
>>1833754
Father, as a warlord I can solve my problems with a axe, a father, I have forgotten what sleep is
>>1833768
But you are alive, I was doing my duty as co leader of the raltekian imperium, at least you weren't harmed
>>1833779
Performing an act such as that had the potential to sour my people's relationship with both your people, and the Federation. And besides, it's not like your fleet can catch something it can't see
>>1833788
Look im tired, consider this my formal apology to your kind, im sorry for sending my fleet after you
>>1833762
Well try giving the kids an axe and maybe they'll go murder some battle thralls till they fall asleep. You gotta teach em early.
>>1833768
The cruisers are about 500 meters long,primary armament includes a heavy railgun turret with smaller mass drivers and laser turrets being located on the sides and bottom of the ship. No shields but they are very durable in terms of armor and construction.
Ballista class: 1000m long with an armament primarily composed of 200 Lightning heavy anti ship missiles. They have multiple launch vehicles and are in the kiloton yield in terms of warheads. They are slow but their armor and long range armament is an excellent defense.
>>1833804
I am not dumb enough to give my kinds an axe, one they don't need one, and two I value my life
>>1833817
Oh so you'll give them a LMG instead?
But Rukaar with teeth and claws like those they don't need axes they need to go hunting. You know get the father bonding time done.
>>1833804
The battleships are maybe if you can upgrade the engines for more speed but the cruisers are a probable, depending on price
>>1833839
Hmmm well 10 million for all the cruisers sounds fair that's about 2 million each but if you take the battleship as well we can go to 12 million and give you a deal on all of them.
ooc 5 cruisers 3 battleships.
>>1833851
The price shall be communicated to my government. Thank you
>>1833875
Good now I believe Markon is going on another exploration mission would you like to join us once again Ambassador? Maybe this time nothing will attack us.
>>1833888
Sadly no, as I have a meeting that must be attended
>>1833888
Where are you going Karl?
>>1833925
Please take me with you, these children are driving me insane, combat will be a welcoming break
>>1833934
Just at least give them a chance to talk if we do meet anything. I'd rather not have any new races get murdered but other than that you're fine.
"Alright explorer fleet Light from Dark prepare to jump on my mark in 3....2....1...Mark!"
>The Psionic jump drives roar to life by the power of their crews. Then in flashes of light the fleet is gone heading for its new destination.
>>1833950
Finr, I just want some freedom for a day
>>1833987
These ships are primitive even to me, wonder if we're gonna find something to fight in there
>>1833987
Why are there so many? If they are primitive they must not have left their home world too long ago so where did they get all these ships from?
Rolled 6 (1d20)
>>1834025
Hmm, that doesn't seem right
Rolled 14 (1d20)
>>1834025
Greetings, council.
>>1834040
>You notice that all the bodies seem to be missing and that some ships are scarred but nothing else.
>>1834062
>You manage to access a video log on one of the wrecks. And discover that the fleet was one of colonization from a race that called itself the Dovvake. And these ships were generation and cyro based to help transport their colonists but that as they reached their destination the crew kept hearing screaming in their dreams
>The video log closes out with the captain screaming and a massive explosion which tears through the hull ending his screams forever.
Hmmmm seems somewhat morbid but good work Markon tell the fleet to be careful let's not have a repeat of the fate these people have experienced.
>>1834099
But what caused the nightmares I know of one thing that can cause such a curse
>>1834097
Greetings Shashrik I apologize your name is hard to pronounce with my accent.Have you any news of your people?
We have found the remains of a previously unknown race which seems to have met a horrible fate.
>>1834109
Well let us see Rukaar it should be on the screen now.
Ooc you boys ready? Shits gonna get crazy.
>>1834112
There has been little progress in dealing with the disease affecting our livestock, but trade with member states of the federation has done much to keep us afloat.
Tell me about this extinct species.
>>1834150
Okay...what am I looking at?
>The fleet comes across the site of the Dovvake's doom and it is horrible
>A great space station made of the twisted horrid forms of the colonists dominates the center of the debris field. And it is screaming it's horrible cry.
>Several smaller gatherer ships made up of corpses and scavenged engines and hull plates surround it tending to the beast.
Ummmm Markon? Rukaar? Should we hail it?
>>1834172
We might as well try even though it is probably going to try and kill us
>>1834177
>A signal is sent out to the massive station.
>For several minutes nothing seems to happen
>Then the whole thing turns towards the fleet. A massive docking station forms with a set of rusty doors slowly opening.
>The servitor ships form a line seemingly escorting them in.
>>1834199
This may be due to my superstitions but i don't think we should go in there
>>1834236
Oh this is gonna end horribly
Ooc sorry typing is slow.
Rolled 20, 5, 5, 15, 12, 9, 14, 1, 3, 18 = 102 (10d20)
>>1834242
>DNT Uoy olve ussss?
>It's form starts to generate more and more heat turning red and the psionics on board suffer crippling headaches
Ooc 18's -19s to hit with crits disabling power systems
>Ew rae FiRTs OF PLAGUES
>It strikes suddenly psionic lighting lancing at the drives of many of the ships
>>1834268
I think its attacking us, bring me close so I can hit them with my mace
>>1834316
Ooc was that a 40k meme Rukaar? And I'm at a German restaraunt so posts will be slow.
Rolled 78 (1d100)
>Meanwhile Narg,Garry and Grod are making a breadstick-pyramid
>Roll for stability
Ooc off to work again.
I'm alive my friends what have I missed?
Ooc just got done with 40k
>>1837920
I have returned to the ringworld, the mission bored me
Hello different life forms! We are interested in making profitable business with you. Signed by Markos Müller of The Krüge Trading Republicy
I changed my name, to make it more RP.
Typo
We are seeking to trade technologies for technologies, we also wish to house your corporations and banks. Almost tax-free.
>>1839797
Um, you gotta explain that boy, I ain't to experienced in bankin'
So basically we want you to economically tie yourself to us in these terms: 1. Unrestricted transport of goods 2. no tariffs between our economies 3. Unrestricted work/student migration access 4. Unity (capital of the Kruge) becomes the trade node between our civilisations, due to its emphasis on capitalism. Creating the Unity trade node.
deal?
Your civ tends to fight wars, so making a node in your civilisation would be easy to pillage. While we would be like switzerland
>>1839811
Switzerland? What the hell is a Switzerland. As for your deal it does sound promising
It is, you can expect both of our civilisation's GDP's to increase by 40% over 20 years, only rising if more civilisations join (so 60-80% if enough join)
>>1839823
It sounds helpful, but I don't understand it completely, how can I trust you if we just made contact with your race?
>>1839833
I ordered a siren fleet to cleanse that sector, I hope no one ever sees it again
>>1839835
A siren fleet? Hmmm seems weird but I say we try to find the race's homeworld and let them know of the tragedy. Do you think you'd be able to aid me with this?
The fact is that we are interested in money and by expanding our market (and your market) we will both benefit from each other. We have no interest in war and we dont see a legitimate concern here. As long as we keep good relations (which we will) both of our cilisations will prosper from this deal. Giving you an amazing opportunity to increase your spending power and therefore becoming a stronger empire all together. The only downside is that we cant declare war on you (due to economic collapse) and you cant declare war on us (due to economic collapse).
We would like to pose our arguments to your emperor and senate. We hope all nations that tie themselves to our trade node profit.
>>1839838
I accept your deal but let me tell you, my kind has survived millions of years without a economy, if we find you betrayed us, we will crush you
Wonderful, our Rumar partners. We hope both of our economies can profit.
All federation member nations:
With the creation of the Unity trade node we invite all to join in a beneficial trade agreement to all involved parties. Unity is a world filled with capitalistic dreams, which will no doubt increase the spending power of all economies trading through it. All traders, corporations and businesses are welcome!
>>1839841
>>1839850
Hmmmm well what kind of industry are your people involved in? The United Empire is highly invested into mining and heavy industry.And I apologize but it may take a while for the Senate to make a decision on whether or not to make a decision. They wish to know first about the Kruge and your economy.
The Krüge control 3 continental planets in their solar system. They have enough untapped resources off their home world (so on their other 2 planets) to easily sustain themselves. Their main economic contributor are banks. With one of the stablest currencies and a healthy economy which will grow due to the Rumar joining the node it is considered that times will be good for ages to come. Their other industries consist of service activities, but they produce a large amount of high-tech robots, AI and other such products. With their extremely intelligent society they are very interested in producing high-end products, that in the end keep their economy extremely stable. Tying yourselves to such an economy will mean a massive boom in GDP. Making you more able to do whatever you want to do.
>>1839863
Hmmmm perhaps but you shall have to make your case in front of the Senate the Emperor has allowed you a meeting. So I trust you will be prepared soon,bring any documents or aides you need.
Understood
We would also like to make a deal with the simbiotes (Brother-Hood on discord) for their development under Krüge ideals/administration. In return for their independence, they will gain investments, industry, schooling... but they become a dependency of the Krüge. In other words a vassal. They also join the Unity trade node. We are waiting on a official response to our offer.
The simbiote planet will be defended by the Krüge armee (The Krüge army) and considered part of the Krüge Trade Republic by the military. The Simbiotes will be forbidden from having their own military, but can serve and are welcome to serve in the Krüge armee.
>>1839896
>getting up with groggy shake of his head, he enters the room
was I called? I'm don't know I'm tired
>>1839903
hmmm, there are several problems with this but we will attempt to have a council meeting back planet side and we shall tell you our answer. and lastly, are you aware of our pacifism set nature?
We have absolutely no wish in war. But we are interested in expanding our market. Since you are primitive we need to develop you, but we are not willing to develop you without our high-tech army guarding the industry that we bring. You will have all rights as a secondary citizens (basically just like a regular citizen but you cant vote).
>>1839928
....
primitive? oh this is too early in the morning, but I will overlook that insult here. but if you want to make any more statements before this is sent to the council of the tribes. say them now, your dessiscion will come in by the end of the dayI time skip it
and we already have a "military" as it were. but this is for subduing of predators and the consumption of prey
We apologise, but you must understand that we only wish to help and that you are no match to our technological might. We are willing to share though. If you agree to our terms.
>>1839944
this shall now be sent to the council. when the great farther shall deem to guide them, their answer will be conveyed.
>the transcript is written out and sent on its way to the planet
out of intrest, what would you plan for gia our home?
Plant some industry on it, give the population jobs in whatever they are good at (I hear they are good for studying neurology and as healers), since we cant mine there we might get some research institutes and lots of farms on the planet (in domes or at least houses cause it is hardly hospitable to us). It will give you a nation to look up to and us more trade influence. The deal is beneficial to both species.
>>1839948
no, you will not be doing any industry barring herding or farming. let your people come to gia, but they will survive by their own merit or not at all. we will try to help them but the surface isn't for everyone
>a few hours later the ship returns with the message.
ambassador of the trade empire, we accept your terms on the condition you will not despoil Gia the all-fathers garden with you harmful machines. there will be a tithe that shall be given in food and healers with the occasional violent youth. do you accept>>1839948
We accept
>>1840038
hmm, then very good. I welcome your new vassals. you may begin transporting any civilians you want to Gia but no colonisation equipment.
the tithes will be ready within one standard galactic month, and you may wish to have some battle field nurses or doctors ready, we work better when bonded to someone to assist.
they must be willing however, or this will be a very unpleasant bonding. murderers and rapists don't count
Sure, why not.
Ḫ͕͟e͝lͅl̸͈͕̱̝̝̩̻o̢͙̖̖̘̩͙̬?͇͕͓̣̺̮͍ ͉͎W̡̮̠͇̝ͅh̵̥̟͙͖a͓͚̯̝͇t̻̩̼͚̯'s̠͈͔ ͖͙̩̻̼̣͓͠g̴̙̩̟̮o̠͉i̩̻ͅng̟̣̤̖͟ ͉͓̪̘̖͕͓͞o̱͉͉̜̯̩̰̕n̹̼̗̯̪̣̫
>>1840178
Hello 01, long time no see
>>1840178
Hello there 01 apparently our new member is looking to start a network of trade and tribute in the Federation. He has already added the Symbiotes into this system but my people are thinking about the consequences of such a decision. I do not think we would give up our freedom and independence for money no matter how much it is.
>>1840178
ah number 12 how are you I hope every thing is working fi-
>he stops and squints a bit.
your not number twelve. who are you? and wheres 12?
>>1840184
I am thinking about if I should ally with this new arrival, allies are a must, but what are they cons to such a deal
>>1840193
The cons are lack of economic independence to a race we have just come into contact with. Hell Rukaar,you haven't even had them fight with you against a foe.
>>1840112
The Emperor is ready. We will meet at the Diplomatic Meeting Room of this station and he will arrive shortly prepare yourself because it is his decision if you fail or succeed as he will represent you in the Imperial Senate.
>>1840202
Hmm, that is very true...you may be right
Markos Muller the ruler of the Kruge is ready. He will join now.
>>1840205
>The Emperor enters flanked by Sons of Mars bodyguards in ceremonial,but still functional power armor, guns held at the ready with at least a full platoon of regular UE Marines standing ready just outside the negotiation chamber. His dreadnought and it's weapons can be seen through the massive chamber windows.
Welcome Ruler Muler I hear of some sort of trade going on from my Ambassador to the Federation please tell me more.
>He takes a drink from his glass
As you know your race is a new arrival to the Federation so give me all the detail you can I want to know if we can trust such a nation as yours. I apologize but from what I've heard of your culture you just reek of betrayal and backstabbing.
>He gives him a smile without humor
>>1840219
Hello emperor, I don't think we've properly meant
Greetings, Emperor!
We are a race of extremely pacifist intelligent merchants. Our interests lie in money. We propose a trade deal between our two civilisations that would be beneficial to us both.
>He takes a drink from his coke
If you wish we can become economic partners, bonded by trade. Of course there are arguments for and against such a partnership.
>>1840225
>He looks at Rukaar
Oh we have indeed at another round of negotiations. That time it almost ended in a shoot out between you,the Ploraxians and my own forces. When negotiations go that bad it is quite memorable.
>He takes another sip of his cup.
>>1840184
W̪͓̖̮e͔̣̗̹̻ ̵̫̟̺̯͎a̸̬d̨̥m͉͔̳i̹͖̰͝t̠ͅ ͞w̨̟̝̫e ̪̪̼͇ṣ̻ͅt̷̖͕̠̱̹i̴̙̥͇̱̫̙l͎̪͕͇̗̻͔l̦̹̗͚͈̞ ̯͉̦ͅd̸̼̞̤̥ͅo̵͉̣̞̮̮n'̷̖t͕ ̨̹͙͇̼̗̦͙q̗̣͓̘͍u̮i̮̪̜t̖̦͎̜̙̮e̩͠ ̰u̷̳ṋ̺̘̯̪̖̪d͓̰̤er͖͚̕s̺͍̹͍̣ṱ͕͙̥̼a͇̬n̸̟̤d̺ ̜h͖̘͚̦̟̩o͇͇̦͕̰͈̕w͚͟ ̹͖ec͔̫̩o͙̣͉̜̖͎̕ͅn̤o̡͉̜̙m̨̹̭͙͉i̛͎͎͓è̗̥̮̩ś ̶͔̙͙̻̮W̢o̦ͅŗ̣͉k̬͘
>>1840181
L̹̞͍̗̖͜ơ͚n̖ͅͅg̹̙̻̭͔̻̞ ̹͠t̛i̥̻̣̯̫m̗ͅe͔̭͎͔̫ ͝i̘̖n̷̙̩̗ͅd̟͎̝ͅe̱͈e̷͈̱͎͈d̜͉̫͈̕
>>1840186
W̰͚͕̯̪̹ͅę̼͍ ̢̳̞͈̞͍̘a͙͚̘̫̜̰͜ͅr̰̮̞e̠̳̘ ̬̟̦͓͕͔̩u̗̭̣̗̬n̷̝̪͖̬i̸̭̦̮̣ͅt́ ̜͜o͎͈ͅn̪̩̪e͖̹̹͉̥̕.̖͇ ͙̤̹͎U̷̹͕͍̣n̷͖̘̥͕͎i͘t͔̪͙̻̮̳̠͡ ̡͚̰tw̨̼e̪̞̘͢l͇v̙͈̱̥̝͘e̟̟̝̝͓͚̣͡ ̘̯͡i̟ś̜̳ ̰̟o̖͓̣̪͝u̜r̠̫̭̝ ͇͟b̞͔͓̞͡ro̮̖ͅt̡̘h̩̤̳̘̰̙͡e̪̝̘͇ͅr̘̤̤̀?̜͍̜͎̯̮͓ ̞͔̩͈C̛ơ͕̝͈̫͙lle͍̜a͎̱̘̼͖g̙u͟é͖̘͇?͟ ̙͍̠̬̜̝̪͠C̼͡o̴̞͕̗ ͕̻̩c̛͓̝͓̣h͚̻̼̰͎a̩̣̮i̷̫̺̺̯̫̜r̴̬̣͇m̜̼̟͉ͅa̫̞̬̝n̫̫̝̠̖?̯̰̯
>>1840236
.........
well um........okay... is this the hive minded thing twelve said? or is it not because your different?
oh its two early in the day cycle for this, well hello I'm Brother hood the symbiote and my host is Ven the Noo. nice to meet you
>>1840232
>He looks distastefully at him remembering that his favorite Old Earth soda is Mr.Pibb
Well I'd rather not tie my nation's future to anothers,to rely on another for strength is to be weak. But on a smaller scale,with restrictions of course,I could see such a trade being worthwhile. First though tell me what you wish to trade because the UE is quite rich in metals,industry and arms.
>>1840244
Rukaar with you here,no offense of course,there is an extremely high chance of some kind of violence occurring. It's just your style.
>>1840254
I have not started a fight in 7 days, I can be peaceful, sometimes
>>1840244
D̼̬̺̱͉͠o̶͉̬͓n͈̘͚̞͠'͈̙͔͇̕t̰͙̼̜̟̞̖͘ ̖͎k̢̻̪̤̤̗̯͖n͙̹͎͕ͅo̢̟̞͍w̢̘͉͍̤,͎̝̺̣͎́ ̫̥͞n̗̼̮o̩̱̖͞t͍̪̫ ̭͚͇͎͈̳͚ơ̭͍u̹r̺̠͍̪ ͔̯͙͚jo̵͖̗b̬̫̥͚ ̺̤̹̫̮͢a͇̱͝l̰̼͖̯͓̠͈s̰o̝̙̫͡ ̠̬͕i̳̻͔͙͎̕ͅt͓͞s̶ ͉͖̦r̮̬̠̬͍̣͡e̶͚͎͇̘̰a̞̤̥̥l͔͎̤l̙y̷̗͚̹̬͙̘ ̴̮c̱o̠̼m͇p̛̘̘ĺ̻̳̞̞i̭̣͈̺͙̬͟c̰̹̻̳a̳̱̪̫t̛̗̩͎̙͚̯e̻̟̙̠d̙̞̦̘ ̠͠s͎̦̱̩͚o̭̥͎̪̭͍ͅ ̖̙̠͎̪̫͍n̰͖̦̼̼͡o̘͍̠̣̮͎̘ ̝̜͠o̡̞͕͎ṇ̹̖͇ẹ͖ ̨t̺̞̟̟̮͓͡e̢l̟̱̱̺l̼͔̻̠͚͍͕ș̜̺̦͔̯͉͢ ͝ú̳̪͓͙̘̤s̥̠>>1840248
Ş͉͍̳̱̺͍̫o̵͇̥̤̙ͅr͎t̵͕̮ ̧̱o͔͙̠̺̠͎̱f̞͡,̰ ͍̹̘w̶̘͕̮̪͔e̦ ̹͓̜̫͖̦a̛̭͓͇͙̮̪r̡͈̬e̝̣̠̬ ̯̀t̛͚͓̯̬̱h̜̟̪̫̪͞i̧ṛ̝̪̣̜͡t̷͓̰̣̹e̬͕͔e̩n̼̫͚̻̞̘̗ ͚͈͓i͡ṋd͉̬̫i̪v̞͍̱͙i͙͈d̪̞͞ụ̻̜̟a̴͖͈̝͕͓l̥̼̣̳ ̭͖̪͙̖͠p̼̜̘͓̯̮ȩ̮̝̥̥͇r̹͍s̺̜ǫ̪̱n͍͈̘̳̫̙̱a̖̮̕l͕̣̼͎i͔̮͔̝͖t̵͙ͅi̬̳͉̮ͅe̤͝s͓̥̩͖ ̦̘̭i̤͉̬̮̦͎n̛̞̬ͅ ͚̦̥͇m̘̝̪a̙̩̺̠̬͜n̕y̧̯̙͖̖̜ b̩̜̭͍̬͇o͕͔͇͠d͓͈́y͍̼̻͉'̼͡s͓͚͖,͎̰̖ ̯̠̙̪̙w̴͙̣̜̙̻̘ͅę͕̣̱̰̖ ͉͎̣̫͖̫̙a̹̼͍͙̩̦͜r̷̘̣̻̠ͅe̷͖͓̝̳ ̧̮͙̘̖̜̠t̟̯͡h̩̤̙e̼̥̙̤̞͕ ̗̹̥̥̤̬̬d̰͜ị͎̞̭͙p̠l̡̥͇o͎̳̞͇̹̤͓m͕͡a̟̗̩̮̦̩c͎y͍͚͖͚̭͍ͅ ̟̥̩̘u͠n̞̪̬̖i͢t͎͉̫ ̜͉̖a͕͈͙̩̠̻͟n͙͔̫͘d̝̩̰͔͉͙͠ ͇͈͝t̠̳w̗͢e͚̹̖̖̮͓l͔̫͕̜̬̜̥v̕e̸̩ ͓͇̥̤ͅi̦s̸͈ ͈̪̙̤̰̪̳͞o̵̥̺̫͎̗̬u̩͞r̘͎͉̼ͅ ̷͔͖͇̗̝͉ṣ͓́p͖̮̣̬͈y̢̝̟͙̞̠̱ ̡̼̺͉͖͓͙m̖̥͚͈͙̜͞a͔̘͡s͓̟̯̗̰͕̬t͍̙̳̯e̜̦̺̺̹̼ŕ͕̺̻̤
Well, we have a trade node which accepts all types of goods from the far reaches of the universe. It would give you a massive stable market to work with, increasing your empire's economy by about 40% in other words you will be able to build 40% more warships or whatever after this deal is formalised. You would become an undisputed superpower in the galaxy. As for us, we would only get a guarantee that war between our civilisations would become impossible due to economic ramifications.
>>1840262
ironic I see more of your spy master than the diplomat, do you want anything?
>>1840262
Well, I don't think your race is experiencing any blight correct?
>>1840271
An̳̦͎̣̞y̼̖͎ ̯͇͓͖͇̱w̝̱̹̟̠h͇͕͉̩̦̫̤a̫̳̰̳͔t̘͓̼?̫>>1840270
N̤̣̳͓̙o̺̺͖t̥͚̬͉̟͇̳ ̞̗̗͇̟̗r͇͓͇͉̟ea̭̜͈̝l̤̮̘̥l̗y͍̗ ̰͍̞an̬̯̫̩̗̙d͙̱͍ ͚̣ͅyo͈u̝̠̤ ͎̠̼͚͕o̤͍̪̦̘̺̮ṇ̪̠l̯y̮͈ ̳̩͇͖̜̱ṱ̼̟̠̝̩h̗̮i̪n̳͔k̩̠̳͕̼̩͉ ̗ṯ̣̯̣̝̦h̥͓͔at̬̞̙̞̮ ͕b̹̘͎̳e̜̘̭̫̖̥c̝̮̝̤͙̫ḁ̳̺̬̗u̥̺̭̩ͅs͍̹̣͖͇̞̘e̹̭̝̘ ̼̝̭yo̳̪̠̮u̻̟̠͉ͅ ̝w͔͈e̥̬r̙e͍̟͙̮̤̣n̬̘'̝͖̺t̘͈̗͙͎̠ h̪͉̳̮̣̼̰e͙̘̭̠̜̘r̬e̮͈͙̮͇ ea͉̤͇r͎͚̱̯ḷ̠̼̪̤̭i̱̣e̼͈r̥̯̣͍
>>1840274
Any bad things, war, plague, famine, stuff like that
>>1840267
I think not. I think it would put you in a position of power to rule over the galaxy with all of the economic power you would wield,with no one being able to fight back. The right to go to war to defend yourself from all threats to your race is one of our most sacred ideals and it is what lead to the formation to the United Empire.
>His smile is a cruel one as he looks at the avian Ruler
Know this,if that is indeed your plan the United Empire will oppose you in all ways but if you wish to remain friendly with the galaxy we shall permit some small restricted trade between our peoples.
>>1840262
What do you think Prethoryn of the Kruge?
>>1840278
I don't need an economy to go to war, my kind has now just adopted one, and it's only used during trades with other races and nations
>>1840285
Except the food trade of course. If your race had that fall apart I fear the Rumarian people would starve.
>an unknown object would approach the system, travelling from below the galactic plane strangely enough.
>At it's current speed, it would reach the nearest planet in but a few hours.
>Strangely, the only trace of this object existing, would be an absence of background radiation
>>1840292
Hmmmm I think I feel some kind of strange disturbance nearby like some kind of enigmatic object is heading towards us.
>>1840289
That was the whole purpose of my alliance with the Noo, and after my
Reformations domestic food production has skyrocketed
Well, we are only interested in making ourselves richer. You getting richer is just a pleasant side-effect, as for the war clause - we are a mere nation of 3 planets (and another in limbo land), it wouldnt hurt if you would leave us alone in return for 40% more ships each year. In pure economics this is beneficial to you. Also if your economy ever crashes the UNI (our currency) would definetly remain stable. This would limits the effects of any recession and ensure a quick recovery. Also all of your assets would be safe from pillage in our banks.
There are 4 clauses to this agreement:
1. Unrestricted transport of goods
2. Absolutely no tariffs on imported/exported goods
3. Free migration for students and workers (which helps you more than us)
4. All trade is conducted through Unity due to its complete devotion to capitalism.
>>1840277
N͓o̜̬̖̯̮̥,͈̖͔͚͍ w̱h͉͎͈̮̳͙y͙̟͎?̤̥ͅ>>1840278
W̷e͘l͞l̴ we͡ ̸stil͟l d͜o͢n'͘t quit̸e un͘der̶s̕t͞a̕n͞d ̨h͡ow ͟ęco̡no̢mie̸s͠ Wor̡k̛ ̢or ̕trade̛ but co͝n͘s̴id͡e͡ring ho̷w i͢mpo̧rt̷an͝t ̴ìt seems̕ ͝to̸ ̵y͡ou ͟guys I̛ ̵s͡us͞p̶e̴ct c͢on͟tro͠l̛l̀ing even ͝ą su̧b ͟p͡art̸ o͡f ̛i͠t ̧wo͝ul͟d̵ be a͜ po̧te͠ǹt b̢a͡rg̴ainin͠g͜ ̧c͟h͝ip/̴ ̡lev̷era͘ge ͠and ̕thu͡s̷ ̧so̢méth̕įng͞ you ͢mi̧gh̕t ̵not͘ ͠wa̧nt̛ ͟other͞ p̵ol̵i̸ţy̸s ̡to̕ ha͠v̀e o͝ver y͡ou
>>1840297
>>1840300
I fear I can not accept.
>His expression gets more stern
I can see your desperation and greed from a light year away your arrogance almost reaches that of the Ploraxians. And implore you to release the Rumarians of your economic control otherwise there will be consequences.
We can release the Rumarians, only if they leave through proper channels. If they magically decide they dont want to be in something then we wont accept. We will also not release anything as long as they threaten war as it is our only real backbone. If they go to war with us the only way we can survive is by killing their economy. Either ensure that they wont kill us or no.
>>1840318
W͢a͡it̴ a minu̢te ̶your ͞tḩe r̶u̶ler n̴ǫt t̴h͘e ̸admi͘r͡al, ͞what̸'s the ̶oc̸casi͝o͜n̴ f͢or̀ you ̧b͞e͢ìng p͘r̸es̀e͘nt͜ ̀p̴h͟y̴si̧ca͘l͞l̶y?
>>1840335
>as the long course of diplomacy dragged on, the object reached the nearest planet in the system and began to inspect its surroundings
>>1840334
Your trade dealer wasn't even finalized, you have been here less than five hours, it takes 12 to get a message to my empire, so nice try but the deal is off, greedy fox...
>>1840334
Well then I propose he pays you a fee to withdraw from this trade pact. In whatever currency that you both accept. And what is the state of your defenses? I have heard your fleet while small should be able to handle an assault. I do warn you however if you try to force a Federation member into another one of these "contracts" I shall break your worlds and I will break you here and now.
>The threat hangs in the air
You do not want to see the UE at war.
>>1840335
Negotiations which have sadly soured Prethoryn.
>>1840347
>Karl speaks up
"Does anyone notice that?"
>He sees the object inspecting the ringworld
>>1840383
>the strange spherical object would appear to be scanning the megastructure, dipping in and out of its solid metal plating
>>1840409
>As the Emperor leaves aboard his ship Karl sends a signal to the vessel
Unidentified craft please report to the nearest docking station immediately for inspection. What species are you,what species do you belong to?
>>1840421
>the object would now appear to be a large, perfect sphere, absolutely featureless.
>it would either ignore or fail to understand or receive the message, and continue flying through solid metal
>>1840423
Hmmmm maybe a laser pulse of some time?
>He pulls out a shitty laser pointer and flashes it in a code at the object.
>>1840438
>He then jumps up and down right in front of it
>>1840438
>the object would seem to vaporise itself before appearing directly overhead the admiral
>it would be creating an incomprehensible sound, likely its form of communication
>>1840451
I suspect you might not know Federation Common perhaps there is some way of figuring out what you are saying.
>He listens to the tone and frequency of the noise trying to find some sort of pattern. Running to a console to have the hanger speakers play the original noise back at it as a form of greeting.
>>1840461
>the sphere would reconfigure itself, sliding it's one body and wrapping it around itself in impossible ways.
>it would deconstruct the man, before glowing and re-existifying him
Explain present anomaly
>>1840476
I have a name. What anomaly do you speak of?
And the name is Karl some call me the Admiral but that's the more formal term. Welcome to the Federation whatever you are.
>He extends a hand then pulls it away after he remembers it has no appendages.
>>1840488
None exist other than The Monolith.
Explain.
Existence is impossible.
>>1840491
Well sadly I must inform you that you are not alone,which could be good or bad depending on what you think. But what is The Monolith? And there are thousands of species out in the galaxy.
>>1840504
We are all the Monolith, the children of the ancient.
How would you know who lives in this galaxy?
You are too primitive to have drifted far from your origin.
>>1840506
And yet here I am. On a structure that houses an alliance of worlds,species and cultures. Who is this ancient and have you not explored as well?
>>1840513
Our ancient is the first and only.
Our progenitor.
Perfection.
We have endured for millions of years.
I am the first explorator to arrive, the alpha.
I set off 500,000 cycles ago. We have explored at a rate limited only by reality.
>>1840516
Well perhaps I can help you with that. Would you like to be introduced to the other Federation members? That is what we call our alliance and while we have existed for not as long we do have FTL.
>>1840516
What is dat thing, looks like a ball or is dat just me?
>>1840520
Define, FTL.
Explain.
>>1840525
Faster than light, it allows us to move across Da stars at the spores of light or faster, my kind uses reality sling shots
>>1840533
This is impossible strange flesh creature.
You cannot go faster than the speed of light
>>1840539
Well considering I was on Ru, a planet in a different galaxy, this morn' I think it is
>>1840544
The speed of light is the fastest possible speed.
Provide evidence of your lies
>>1840539
Well here let me show you.
>He "requisitions" a civilian light trader
Most civilizations use a form of Warp drive to warp space around the ship and allow for FTL speeds.
>He has both of them join him on the ship and has the Nav Warp them to the closest system and within an hour they are able to cross the distance of a few light years
See?
>>1840551
Follow me to my Ship mister floaty ball thing,ill show ya
>>1840552
This is completely impossible.
The ancient must hear of this.
>the sphere would deconstruct itself before appearing again in the same position, for some unknown reason.
How is it that the Monolith does not know of this?
>>1840563
Maybe dats cuz he ant go out much, most people can go FTL
>>1840572
No.
The ancient is all knowing.
The ancient guides us.
We are one with it.
None could be hidden from it.
>>1840586
Well if he didn't know what FTL is he ain't all knowning, if he is all knowing ask him what my kids names are
>>1840597
You want me to travel for 500,000 years, abandoning my duties to the supreme being, out in space to ask him the names of children that died 499,023 years ago?
Orgainic life was a mistake, who created you?
>>1840613
> Rukaar laughs
I can get there in 7 hours, come here I'll show ya
>>1840620
>the sphere follows, attempting to calculate infinity
>after it finishes, it continues speaking
Who created you?
Only the ancient starsmiths are known to create life
>>1840630
> Rukaar enters his ships, its pilot's prepare for take off
Well my father and mother did, they mated, and I was the first result.now where is your leader's location
>>1840638
We were banished from this galaxy after our first attempt at teleportation. We banished ourselves from this galaxy by mistake.
The ancient one was cast into the great inferno and with him, all creation vanished above the galactic plane.
Our progenitor resides beneath the veil, the dead star that was its sacrifice.
>>1840652
Um, well that's nice and all but where is the planet you come from, so I can FTL to it
>>1840657
Directly beneath the galactic core. Our previous seat of power
>>1840662
> Rukaar orders the pilots to punch in the location
Um, can you use the ship, will you float out of the walls or what...maybe if we strap you down
>>1840676
Foolish organic.
The Monolith can not be contained.
>the Monolith adopts a form capable of interacting with reality and falls to the floor, rolling around.
>>1840693
> Rukaar picks up the ball as the ship begins its journey, it growns louadly as thr ship is flung out of reality, soon it drops out of the strange state, back into reality, the ship hangs below the core, over the planet.
>>1840700
>the sphere would say nothing and simply phase through the ship and travel directly to the star
>>1840715
Well it worked, I am going to land on the planet, please refrain from killing me and my men
>>1840718
>the planet would be bathed in darkness, the sun providing no light to it.
>The planet seemed to be home to roughly a million other Mololithic beings, most cuboid or pyramidic, sometimes even two dimensional.
>The entire world would seem to be fit for most types of organic life, had it have access to a functioning star.
>>1840733
> the ship uses its lights to keep track of the ball that brought them here
So where is that all powerful guy at?
>>1840718
>the sphere would enter the dark star, heading directly to its centre
>>1840744
The ancient one was cast into the inferno, the star was its sacrifice.
As I have said before
>>1840748
Ok, well then where are we going?
>>1840750
>the sphere would reach the centre of the star, the ancient one at its core, engraved with long, winding sigils on its surface
The Monolith are to awaken the ancient one
He has likely slumbered, and the procedure is complete.
Unless you can withstand a kugelblitz, I advise you stay put.
>the sphere would begin creating an incomprehensible sound, attempting to commune with it's planet sized leader
>>1840764
Considering I don't even know what ya just said, I'll stay here
>>1840764
>the ancient one would shrink to slightly smaller than a normal sphere, as almost his entire mass left him, scattering from the star into Mololithic beings.
>the star itself would finally exit stasis, and shine once more on the forgotten system.
>the sphere would manifest itself at Rukaars position.
Now. You wanted to ask the great and mighty lord a question?
>>1840779
He is all knowing yes, hmm Why did my Father go mad? The question of my life
>>1840788
The Ancient One is not all knowing.
He does not need to be.
Any leader caste Monolith could guess it is because your race suffers from large amounts of violence and a tendency for "war".
Your father was biological, not a perfected being and therefore can be prone to mental anomalies.
>>1840797
Hmm, then I have no question he can answer, I do apologize if I wasted ye time, but I dif prove FTL exists laddy
>>1840803
Indeed, for this we thank you.
We may now complete the project.
>the previously released monolithic beings would be at the system edges, creating various inexplicable structures
>>1840811
Project? Please tell me this ain't another destory the galaxy scenario, I have been through too many of those in my 34 million years
>>1840818
Destroy the galaxy? That seems like an absurd waste of resources.
We are simply going to return our civilisation to the way it was before the [REDACTED]
No organic can live in the galactic core anyway
>>1840830
Oh good, I thought I was gonna have to fight for my life again
>>1840835
No, if we were going to kill you I would have simply phased your ship out of existence during a warp jump.
And besides, we have psionic research to do. We have no idea what it is and this annoys us.
>the entire system begins pulsing blue
You should probably leave before The Monolith jumps though. We reverse engineered your warp drive to make the gateway.
>>1840854
Oh, yeah I should be going, also if you want to know psionics talk to markon, his whole empire is psions
>walking into the diplomatic area, the symbiote smiles and looks around
hello everyone, how is your morn?
>>1841793
>after reseating its system in the midst of the galactic core, the newly appointed diplomat wound enter the diplomatic area
By using the current frame of reality as a reference, I can conclude that you asked a question about a fabled progenitress several hours ago.
Explain.
>>1841806
ummmm
who the hell are you?
>>1841810
I am the representative of the all mighty Monolith.
On behalf of the ancient one we intend to lie for almost no reason about irrelevant topics, as do the rest of your diplomats.
Is this not what diplomacy is?
>>1841813
I am sure you have misconception, I am brother hood the symbiote. diplomacy is to make bonds and trade with other empire to better the both of them. not simply lying. upholding ideals
>>1841813
Narg:I thought it was just talking about...some complicated stuff...
Garry:Hi Monolith's representetive, I'm Garry!
Narg:Oh right, I'm Narg and this is Grod
>Narg points at a large orc attepting to eat a chair, he's doing slow but steady progress
Garry:Were the ambassadors from the Baniran Confederacy!
>>1841826
Acknowledged. Correcting assumption.
We have recently re-entered galactic space.
We currently work under the assumption that none of you biological types need to live in the galactic core.
>>1841828
Greetings
>the sphere would continue levitating in place, its featureless exterior remaining constant
>>1841837
Narg:Neat...
>Throws mushroom at it
Garry:No Narg, we need to poke it first
>>1841842
>the mushroom would bounce off, accomplishing almost nothing
Is this some sort of unknown alien bonding ritual?
>>1841848
So we take that to mean it is unoccupied? We are glad we will not have to abandon our new home over a petty border dispute.
This bodes well.
With [GREETINGS] to this [GALACTIC STAGE] and embodiment of [OTHER REPRESENTATIVES], the Interdimentional Army of Freedom extends the hand of welcome and [DIPLOMACY].
It has been decided that [DIPLOMACY] be committed with the members of this number of [DIPLOMATS].
Please forward any concern or questions to [HIGH COMMAND REPRESENTATIVE].
Alternatively, if you wish to commense [ADVANCED DIPLOMACY], please ask a [REPRESENTATIVE] and they will escort you to a secure location for contact with High Command.
SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS
-[HIGH COMMAND, INTERDIMENTIONAL ARMY OF FREEDOM]
>>1841854
>Nar rushes to console
Narg:FIRST CONTACT, I'M OCMING MATES
>>1841851
>taking the stick, I scowl slightly
as a rule of thumb, don't touch or hurl things at a new race unless they ask you too
>>1841853
very unoccupied. if you want it be our guest
>>1841854
>sighing I open up the comms network
this is a ambassador of the galactic federation who speaks for you and what are you?
We accept the proposal from the emperor from last night, but we would like our payment to be in UNI. We would also like to propose a deal to any nation willing to accept it in which we agree to unrestricted travel of resources with limited tariffs. This should increase my and your nations GDP, or total wealth by 20-40% (or even more if more than a few people join)
>>1841854
Greetings alienoid race.
We are The Monolith.
Glory to the Ancient One
>>1841858
>>1841860
[GREETINGS], it has been decided that the [REPRESENTATIVE] of the IAF here, has been Granted [LEVEL FIVE AUTHORITY, CASE BLUE] for the Purpose of [ESTABLISHING RELATIONS].
With fire In our hearts, the Interdimentional Army of Freedom does all in our power to establish freedom for all sentient beings, that they may live in peace and prosperity. With power and determination, we are to see that Tyrants, criminals and madmen be brought down, so that others may not suffer under them. With this dedication, we hope that we may establish uncountable and unbreakable bonds with one another!
SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS
[END OF PRE-RECORDED CONTACT MESSAGE]
>>1841860
Narg:Okay, I won't make any intentional damage
>Narg, Grod,with chair still in his jaw, and Garry all run away to...somewhere
>Moments later rocket flies out of the embassy, it's point of origin is their room
>>1841880
you know monolith, I'm not sure with them. but yes diplomacy will commence. for example will you tell me more of your kinds history and technological achievements?
>>1841875
>Rocket enters the IAF space
>It sends out a signal
>A green goblin in a black hood is visible
Narg:Helloooooo IAF were the rep's of the Galactic Federation, where do you want to meet up? I would preffer in the field here
>He points at the map, at some empty field
Narg:Since I forgot to place breaks on this thing
>>1841883
We used to reside in the galactic core however our attempt at subverting the FTL restriction accidentally banished out entire system out of the galaxy.
To save our kind from the worst of it, the Ancient entered the sun and became its new core. Since then, we have spent the last 3 million years waiting.
What would you do if you had an eternity to do nothing but wait?
Go insane? Try and escape?
We researched.
Everything.
>>1841890
I would sleep until my kind could get help. but then I'm a good sleeper
>>1841893
Surprising, our Ancient decided that this too was the best strategy.
We were sent out to find our creators. Instead we found an impossible technology.
Hello people from the IAF, we would like to establish trade with your nation.
>>1841894
>The rocket spirals out of control and crashlands in the middle of some university's park(thankfully no one was hurt or died)
>Out of the ship a hooded goblin emerges
Narg:Greeeeeeetings I'm Narg the representetive of the Federation and ambassador of Belaniran Confederacy
>Another hooded goblin emerges, he's on fire
Garry:FIIIIIIRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEE!
>A large orc emerges, carrying a stick
Grod:Hold on Garry, I'm coming!
>He starts to beat Garry until the fires are put out
Narg:And this is Grod and Garry, my fellow representatives/ambassadors
>>1841900
>The park is sparse, almost abandoned, only the occasional chirp of wildlife keep deafening silence away.
>Three human figures come forth, two are armed with primitive revolvers. but make no move to draw them, their stances relaxed. Large greatcoats cover their bodies, and Gasmasks obscure their faces.
>The third figure is clad in a Grey suit, a medical mask obscures his mouth. Brown hair and eyes are a noticeable feature. No weapons are visible on him.
>Slowly, the third breaks from the two guards and walks closer, after stopping from the diplomats at a respectable distance, he bows slightly.
>His words are curt and proper.
"We are glad to welcome you all. the IAF is very happy to see that we may do things peacefully."
>He points to a few tables, they do not seem to have been used in a long time, though they seem to have been kept clean.
"Let us talk."
>>1841897
Should we relocate to his position?
Has the current centre of diplomacy changed?
>>1841909
Narg:Oh okay...what do you want to talk about
>Meanwhile Grod is still beating Garry
Narg:Hmmm, right, Hoody gave me some instructions! Hang on
>Goblin goes back to the burning rocket
Narg:Found it
>He comes back
>There's a small explosion in the engines
Narg:Whoops, sorry it's work in progress,so anyways hmmm...
>He begins to read some paper
Narg:Waaait a second this is a shopping list!...erm...
>He throws mushroom at one of them
Narg:...
Grod*after finishing putting out Garry*:Maybe we follow them and talk somewhere else
Narg:Yeah great idea...
>>1841923
>Slowly, the Three Figures walk toward the tables, the Guards stand to the side, while the one in the Suit pulls out several chairs, he stands by one of four chairs.
>He seems to be waiting for the others to seat themselves, out of courtesy.
>The park is still oddly silent, save for the occasional chirping of birds. Trees sway gently, as the sun shines soft rays of light through the canopy.
>>1841912
yes lets go, ill drive my ship
what your about to see is a bad diplomatic incident in action
>he heads to his ship
>>1841937
Narg:Yeaaah so do you have any questions?
>Meanwhile Grod is chewing on a tree and Garry is sleeping
>>1841939
>With curt tone and a stiff posture, the one in the Suit begins to speak.
"It would be wished to be known what your wish to hammer out for what terms you have brought. Do you wish for Military, Economic, or Medical aid? Please, submit your terms."
>With the wave of a hand, he sends one of the Guards off. Though likely with a purpose, as he hands the Guard a number of slips of currency.
>>1841938
>the Monolith would follow and upon entering the ship, become solid and drop to the floor, it's 5 metre diameter rolling around as the vessel swayed
>>1841952
Narg:Well we landed
>Rocket in the bckground explodes
Narg:Then introduced ourselves...and that's as far as we got, Garry's bones are broken again and do any of you have pliers for Grods tooth? It hurts
>Grod starts to chew pieceof scrap metal
>>1841952
>the Monolith would float above one of the seats, its mass far too large to be seated
Is this where the diplomacy is?
>>1841945
IAF diplomat. What do you know of psionics?
>>1841964
Narg:It either burned down or I forgot it in my room
We have brain samples prepared for any who wish to examine them.
>>1841969
you don't make my job easyer you know. fine lets start this.
>he turns to the IFA suit
would you like to introduce yourself?
>>1841964
>>1841960
>>1841957
>Silently, the one in the Suit observes.
>Eventually, the Guard comes back, four containers in hand. Each one is opened, revealing food in each.
>Each meal consists of Three pieces of smoked sausage, one plain baked potato, and a small pile of boiled broccoli. Very simple.
>Each container of food is placed in front of each diplomat seated at the table. On closer inspection, the container is made of cheap Styrofoam, a brand of some local eatery is on each container.
>A simple set of utensils come with each, and the one in the Suit begins eating.
>Birds chirp, and trees sway. The wind whistles gently by. Yet the park is still uncomfortably empty.
>>1841974
so no introduction?
very well I am brother hood we spoke on the vox? or at least with one of your units.
>he ignores the food, pushing it to the ork
>>1841974
>the sphere would stare at the food, not knowing what to make of it
>or maybe it was staring? I mean, you can't even tell which direction this thing is facing
>>1841976
>Looking from his food, he politely waits to finish chewing before answering.
"I am the appointed Representative of the IAF. at least, one of them. I am glad that we may talk peacefully."
>After a moment of eating, he resumes.
"I wish to let the others here, and you as well, put forth terms if you wish for some sort of aid. Be it Military or Economic."
>Wind sways, the rumbling of engines can be heard further away, in the city around them proper.
"We also give Medical aid, if needed."
>>1841983
We do not have a military nor do we have an economy. What is medicine?
And do you know anything about psionics?
>>1841986
>Wistfully, the one in the suit says to the Sphere;
"Tragically, the research into Psy, or, Psionics, bore no fruit. The combat applications were counter-productive, and casualties among volunteers were uncomfortably high, that line of research was discontinued.
>>1841992
Interesting.
So this is an observable phenomena?
The Monolith would consider purchasing this research in its entirety.
>>1841995
"Arrangements may be made for the Data transfer, we have no need for it."
>>1841990
"For knowledge, we have a number of libraries, though most are filled with fantastical stories. Our Archives are mostly filled with details of past battles the IAF have engaged in."
>Taking a moment to finish his food, the one in the Suit resumes talking.
"Now, what would joining the Federation entail? Must we give tribute in some way?"
>>1841999
genral rules include, the ability to trade with members in better dispositions. the ability to call upon our help in all matters that you may require the need, eg plaitery or mulit-planitery crisis and a defence pact with the members.
the only tribute you would need to pay is if you chose too. in regards to this trading business there is a newcomer taking the galaxy by storm. incredibly pushy and unrelenting in their desires. I would advise caution if you go through their trade node.
and of course, galactic restrictions on things like bio-weapons and unethical experimentation
>>1842015
>Quietly listening, the one in the suit speaks further once the other is finished speaking.
"I will have to bring this to High Command, from there they will decide if to join, though it is doubtful they will refuse."
>After a moment of silence, he speaks up again.
"May a copy of the Restrictions be forwarded to us? I suspect that a number of the things you Restrict may also coincide with the things the IAF lists as punishable by either death or service in the Penal Legion."
>>1841999
>while diplomacy bored on, the sphere would atomically rearrange the ground near it so to turn it to water.
>it would seem to be attempting to create some kind of fish
well the rules are only semi-solid, often being altered by each race who joins but I can send you the concrete ones.
>proceeds to list off most common laws and regulationsask in discord for clarification on some
>>1842027
this is diplomacy, I belive the most often used word is boring
>>1842027
Hmm? What is that?
>the sphere would now be manipulating single celled organisms, the water turning green rather quickly
Council? I have news.
>>1842039
What is it?
>the sphere would seem to have accomplished its task, strange white fish darting around the miniature pond.
>>1842036
oh hello shash, well we are here.
>transmits cords
with some first contact. it would help if you came. and what news?
>>1842039
>A large military vehicle would violently smash into the side of the bus due to faulty brakes, the driver of the military truck dying in the process.
>The truck seemed to have been carrying a large number of ammunition. Flames begin to slowly engulf the truck. It is not long until things go boom.
>The one in the Suit, meanwhile, is ignorant of these proceedings.
>>1842031
"I am grateful. This will be useful."
>>1842048
Several dangerous creatures native to the Stellar Maze have somehow made their way into realspace. We are unsure of where they are and how they escaped, but it is of utmost importance that they be returned without damage.
>>1842070
Garry:Oh then we have psionics, in form of shamans back home. Where's Narg?
>>1842066
>The Ammunition Tuck detonates, several buildings are flattened, and a cloud which size rivals the Skyscrapers of the city blooms.
>The one in the Suit turns an eye to this, before shaking his head. He says nothing.
>>1842064
>>1842070
"This sounds important, as a matter of Faith, I may be able to arrange some Manpower be assigned to help. It would be easy. There are several Regiments that are still recuperating from combat, I can siphon personnel from each of them to help."
>>1842083
Narg:This can't be good...
>Hijacks a motorcycle
Narg:Better get back to the park
>Puts on some goggles
>Drives
>>1842083
That is a large detonation.
I hope it was intentional.
And could the required psionic research be transmitted soon?
The Monolith must honour the ancient.
>>1842092
>With a shuffle, a Guard strides forth and hand the one in the Suit several Manila Folders filled to the brim with files.
>Slowly, the one in the suit slides the Folders over to the Sphere.
"I will say, we did not get far in this research. It is not much, but I hope it will aid you."
>A look is given to the large cloud of dust.
"Nothing too important. It will be handled."
Rolled 74 (1d100)
>>1842101
We appreciate this greatly
>the Mololithic being would attempt to see if it could induce low level psionic abilities in the fish it had recently created
>>1842101
Narg:Oh I'm in some deep trouble!
>He stops the scooter
Narg:Wait, where was that park?
>>1842110
>Several figures can be seen striding toward Narg, with closer inspection, it seems no less than ten men clad in greatcoats and armed with outdated bolt-action rifles are coming toward him. They all seem strangely alike.
>One of them holds out an arm, palm outwards.
"Halt, there! We have questions!"
>>1842083
>>1842076
>>1842070
Their psionic signatures are integral to the workings of the Stellar Maze, helping keep it together. They are immense stellar wurms with immense psionic capability. Though they are non-sapient, they may become so if they consume any sapient organism. As you may imagine, this outcome is undesirable.
>>1842116
Narg:Okay, sorry for...well y'know
>>1842117
>The one in the Suit grimaces.
"This sounds troublesome."
>>1842117
We are eager to embrace any opportunity to learn more about psionics.
We presume the stellar maze is some sort of containment device?
Perhaps for criminals too dangerous to keep in reality?
>>1842131
The stellar maze is a subdimension bequeathed to the polythelid by our precursors. We are its stewards and protectors. It has no specific purpose, it merely is.
>>1842139
Grod:Can't you explode it?
>>1842118
>The Rifleman that spoke shook his head in confusion.
"What are you on about? We had questions if you saw who had caused..."
>He pauses, before waving a hand at the cloud the explosion caused.
"...This. But if you don't know anything, you'd best leave the area."
>>1842139
Your precursors?
Strange.
Very strange indeed.
This warrants further investigation.
The Monolith shall accompany you.
>>1842144
Narg:Well you see it's a funny story. We picked your signal from Liberty and I decided to come and make first contact. My rocket crashed in the park out here
>He points at the general direction of the park
Narg:Well some dudes came, clothed rather similarly, must've been twins, so anyways we talked about stuff, the Hood cme and started to talk about Federation stuff. A the same time I saw a bus and decided to make friends, so I logically made an introduction by showing them my new flamethrower, they really liked it and decided to give me a bus. I rode it but must've broken some road laws, sorry about that I'm new to these laws on the road, so anyways a truck crashed at me and I was set on fire, I logically ran and accidentally set off and amunition truck, it exploded and now were here! Do you want fungus beer?
>>1842156
>The group of Riflemen are absolutely silent.
"Get out of here before we shoot you."
>They turn and walk in the direction of the cloud.
>>1842159
Narg:Oay, so you're not mad, lovely!
>Narg rides his "borrowed" scooter to the park
What the hell is going on now?
>>1842272
Psionic energy beings have breached a maze construct during first contact with a primitive civilisation.
Some of the federation diplomats have also commited a severe terrorist offence.
On the plus side, The Monolith has developed psionic fish
>>1842277
Well fish are a plus, and its a good thing im not part of the federation
>>1842281
>Blinking, the one in the Suit turns toward the Newcomer.
"Have you come to join the negotiations? Have you terms to put forth in exchange for Military of Economic aid?"
>>1842283
What was that laddy?what negotions and who are ya?
>>1842287
"I am one of the Representatives for the Interdimensional Army of Freedom's High Command."
>The wind blows gently around them, and trees sway.
"Considerations are being made, and I was wondering if you wished to begin a trade with us."
>>1842289
> the Shark like being stands to his full height, interested in the new arrivals words
Hmm...are ya part of the federation, if not I may accept ye offer depending on what "trade" means
Admiral, I must talk to you about the ships that you offered
>>1842289
>he comes rushing towards him
Yes, yes. I know that you are here to do these. Here are the considerations.
>he hands a dataslate
Yes, I believe that these are the terms. We will sign here, and a more public signing is going to be held afterwards.
Anyways, we wish to sell some arms.
>>1842296
>Taking a slow sip of cold water, the one in the suit takes a moment to answer.
"Our membership to the Federation is still being..."
>He pauses.
"Decided. However, we may be willing to 'lend' some manpower to you, briefly. A number of newly formed Infantry Regiments need combat Veterancy. If we were to lend them to you, we would accept raw Materiel in exchange. We have at least Twelve Regiments in need of Experience, you may have as many of these twelve as you wish.
>>1842302
Inkito, when is that duel happening? Your five weeks late now
>>1842302
You have a limited number of arms.
Why would you trade away such a valuable ambulatory function?
>>1842298
Well. Ploraxia comes with a counteroffer. We wish to sell several new MV-20 Stealth interceptors/fighters. Also, we are going to help provide 2000 new TX-14 MBT's towards your army.
>>1842302
Hmmmm will you sell legs soon too eh?
>The Admiral gives him a funny look
And how have you found the Kruge so far?
>>1842302
>A Guard takes the slate, and begins running off.
"This will be taken directly to High Command, wait a moment, and we shall have their final answer."
>>1842304
I have no use for military units as of now, but I thank you for the offer, if relations go sour with the federation I may need them yet
>>1842301
We will buy them, but you must escort the ships to this system.
>Indicates a system on the galactic map.
After that, the escorts you sent will leave that system. The crews of those ships are to make no mention of this mission. do we have a deal?
>>1842307
We will need to evaluate them first, before we consider buying your ships
>>1842311
Alright,that can be arranged. I will escort them myself do not worry not a soul will hear. Not even the Ploraxians.
>He shakes the Ambassador's hand(?)
Shall I take them there now?
>>1842311
>he nods
I understand. Considering that we are a new contact. Now, these are top of the line craft, and we offer them for about 5 Billion SFC. Now, we will also train your army with this charge, your forces are... lackluster.
>>1842313
You should. There is a schedule that must be upheld as tightly as possible
>>1842317
Inkito...when are we dueling, you have five minutes to answer before I force it here
>>1842317
Rep. Inkito, have you ever actually seen our military in action?
>>1842319
Well. Fine, we will duel soon. In space! So, pack your spacesuit.
>>1842320
Yes, I have. They are not as disciplined and capable as Ploraxian armed forces, and I say this as a veteran to a veteran. We can send in trainers as well.
>>1842324
Interesting. This likely stems from you not having the same ideals. Tell me, do your species wish each other's empires subverted or conquered?
>>1842322
The majority of my people are against us having a military, but if we don't someone who does have one will just come along and conquer us. Besides, we can't all be monoliths of unknowable power
>>1842323
That is a wholesale lie Inkito. There is no visual records of our soldiers in combat. We have seen to that.
>>1842327
They have fought us in the past, and this fight is for the hundreds of ship yards they abandoned during the horde war, I took them, they want them back but they also want to ally us
>>1842328
There is only one of us with unknowable power, The Ancient.
Blessed be his wisdom, for he endures eternity.
>>1842328
Yes, yes. Aldon. My apologies, I was confusnig you with another species. My sincere apologies, anyways, do you wish to talk. I am a war veteran as well.
>>1842335
Due to the missions that I took part in, I am not allowed to discuss any of them with anyone who does not have proper clearance. You do not posse clearance
>>1842336
Well, yeah. I was part of the Mechanized Infantry, and the Star Marines. I understand, but I heard that some of your people call for disbanding your army and the federation army. I say to them that this army is the only one keeping them alive to protest, otherwise they would be thrown into the Horde gas camps.
>>1842339
Inkito, hurry up
>>1842339
My people could care less about the federations army. As far as they are concerned it isn't their problem. But as to the second part, they call for that for every year. But then they become bored and get back to doing thing they actually consider fun
>>1842340
>he sighs
Fine, you cock. Lets go, I guess
>he appears to be angry
I guess, if I win, this'll be for the boys who you killed at Agamar V.
>>1842343
And if I win its for all the children you burned at Erots, I will try not to kill you
>>1842346
Very well then.
Remember this
>he looks at him with bloodthirsty eyes
I nearly killed you with those 1700. You only survived with your biological agents.
>He puts on his suit.
>>1842349
> Rukaar opens the airlock and launches into the vacuum of space, he speaks over comms
Are you coming?
>>1842350
>the diplomat watches curiously from afar, intangible as to not accidentally interrupt the conflict
>IAF Personnel run to and fro, in the main building that has been designated for all future Diplomatic Relations.
>In a small, dark room, several IAF Representatives are seated around a large half-moon table. Opposite from them, a Technician finishes installing an FTL Communications platform that had been purchased secondhand.
>Finally, it activates. Ready to receive all Diplomatic Requests.
Rolled 26, 37, 90 = 153 (3d100)
>>1842350
.>he comes out of the airlock, maintains some distance, and starts fighting
>he shoots with a low-intensity plasma pistol
Its on stun, do not worry.
Rolled 96, 25 = 121 (2d100)
>>1842353
Rukaar uses his shield to defend against the blows(first) and lunges at inkito with his axe
Rolled 54, 37 = 91 (2d100)
>>1842357
Inkito uses his two ploraxian short vibroswords to parry with rukaar, and takes a few jabs at him.
Rolled 14, 49 = 63 (2d100)
>>1842360
> Rukaar swings the axe in a arc and punches inkito in the face
Rolled 8, 7, 34, 88, 74 = 211 (5d100)
>>1842367
>he takes the hit, willingly, and plants a small EMP device on his pressure-thruster, and he is totally immobile, he takes several more hits.
Rolled 58, 73, 37, 48, 69 = 285 (5d100)
>>1842371
> Rukaar slams the axe's hilt in inkito's chest, the sending several attacks at the Ploraxian
Rolled 73, 76, 10, 88, 79 = 326 (5d100)
>>1842378
>he starts attacking him with guile, and skill.
Rolled 2, 49, 68, 57, 12 = 188 (5d100)
>>1842404
> Rukaar attempts to break his attacker's advance and punches him the gut and several attacks with his axe
Rolled 13, 35, 84, 53, 18, 53, 99 = 355 (7d100)
>>1842405
>he laughs again, and in his confident skill, tries to destroy his attack.
>once and for al
>he takes out several emp chips, which will ruin his spacesuit, and will turn his suit into a (non-lethal) coffin.
Rolled 10, 47, 67, 97, 53 + 50 = 324 (5d100 + 50)
>>1842407
Enraged the warlord grabs inkito by arm, crushing it, and then slams his sky against the Ploraxian's
Rolled 81, 17, 30, 14, 91, 96, 94 + 50 = 473 (7d100 + 50)
>>1842412
Rerolling 7 as I was not paying attention
Rolled 71, 78, 27, 63, 39 + 100 = 378 (5d100 + 100)
>>1842415
>he relises what is happening, and is shaken.
You... you fould shark! You will pay for your crimes!
>he attacks with all his rage, everything.
Rolled 16, 87, 78, 76, 99, 40, 44 = 440 (7d100)
>>1842417
> Rukaar simply roars as he pores his fullest strength into the attacks, easily overwhelming the smaller warrior
>>1842438
Is that how it works?
This whole conflict thing confuses The Monolith.
>>1842444
Well considering im breathing and he isn't
>>1842448
How odd, we assumed that organics needed to breathe to keep living.
>>1842458
Well I don't know if hes alive
>>1842464
Oh.
Should someone do something about that?
>>1842477
Probably, but I dont trust my mem enough not to eat him
>>1842477
>Clearing his throat, the one in the Suit speaks.
"If I may, I may request one of our ships be sent to retrieve him. We will also patch any wounds he has sustained, as a show of faith.
>>1842482
That'd be for da best
>>1842487
>With a whisper and a nod, orders are given, requested and before long a ship is en route to the location of the Duel.
>>1842482
Well this has been a learning experience.
>a distinctly smaller sphere would emerge from the diplomat, before zooming off, all the while both bodies remaining perfectly spherical.
>>1842495
What did ya learn, why it is not intelligent to fight me?
>>1842506
>meanwhile Inkito wakes up in a hospital bed
Ughhh... did you really beat me that hard, even after all my fighting skills and guile almost immobilized you? What?
>rukaar is there by his bedside.
>>1842506
Mostly that psionic abilities seem to be tied to the mind and accelerated hyper evolution can replicate a weak version of them.
But if it makes you feel better then sure.
>>1842510
Good your not dead, was a decent fight..
For a ploraxi
> he says the last statement with a smile, or what you assume is a smile
>>1842516
Hmm, well at least I gave ya the FTL stuff, your welcome
>>1842541
For that the ancient remains ever grateful
>>1842548
Before us has ya ancient guy or anyone of your kind meant another species?
>>1842510
>>1842527
>With the empty, silent Medical bay, save for them, Inkito's bed is only one of many rows upon rows of beds. His is the only occupied one.
>A door opens, and in walks A single IAF Medical Personnel. With long strides, he makes his way to the bedside.
>After making a show of glancing on his clipboard, the Medical Personnel speaks.
"Had you been out there longer you would have died. Hmph. Other than that, your wounds were quite simple to heal. I'd recommend a week's rest. Nothing too strenuous."
>After a moment, he reveals he was carrying a bowl of what seems to be Vanilla Ice cream. He places it on the stand next to the bed.
"A gift from the ship's Commandant."
>He turns, and silently begins checking the Medical Machines hooked up to the Bed, and to Inkito.
>>1842553
What is that stuff, it doesn't look like food, why'd they give ya a spoon?
>>1842552
Only our elusive creators, the Star Smiths, the beings who forged all of creation. And even then, only our Ancient has ever known of them.
>>1842565
Hmm, must be nice not having some new threat knocking on ye door every day with plans to kill ya
>>1842570
Even if we were somehow to die, we would return to the ancient and be reformed, for in truth, we are all individual parts of him.
>>1842580
Well thats nice, death is a very annoying event for everyone else
>>1842585
It is incredibly annoying still.
The ancient may judge that your demise was due to your own incompetence and lower your caste as a result. You may be reassigned a duty or restricted from your previous occupation.
You may even reclaimed in your entirety, whole with the ancient once more, which is inconvenient if outstanding plans were made.
Ąl̵͜ri͘g͜͝h̨̧͠t̀ w̷̡h̀́͝á͘t̨̀s ̷̀g̛o̷in̴͜ǵ̡͜ ̀o̵̢n͟ ̴à̶n̡̕d̨ ̢͠ẁ̷̡hos̡͜ ̸̀͘t̷h̕͘e̢͟͜ n̨̛͢é̛w̡͟ ͡g͡u̸͘͠ý̶
>>1842597
Well I think he is a clone, unless you mean the floatly ball guy
>>1842602
W̵͜͡e ̷͟m̛͡e̷a͘n̸t͝͞ ̨̛̕t̕̕h̀͞è́ ̷t́ḩ͠in͜g͜s̴͟͠ t͘h̷͠át̴ ̵̕͝a͝rȩ̷̀ ̶̡́a̸p̸̨̡p͟͡e̸á̀r̛ǹ̴ĺ̢ý͡ ̀͞clo̧͘ne̛͘s͞
̀͟͝wḩ́at ̵͟f͞l̷͝oá͠t̀̕í̀n̨g ̨͡ba̸̕ll͠͝ ̷̶guys̶?̧́͝ ͜ar̨͢e̴͢ ͡t̨he͘y̡͠ ͠h̵̵o̡͜s̢͞t̸̢̢i͜͠l͝e̵?
>>1842624
Your translator appears to be malfunctioning.
Have you considered getting a new one?
>>1842624
They are cool, I showed them how to develop FTL travel
>>1842638
ooc forgot name
>>1842638
No, no, no cold things hurt me head, its your gift enjoy it
>>1842627
w̡̧h͟at̸?͜ ̸͝w̨̢e ̕͜a̡re̸̕͟ ͝͝sp͟e͜ak̸in̴͡ǵ̶ ̶p͠e̢͞ŗ͠f̛͞è̴̢c̛͘t̸l͠ý̢ ̸̀c͢l̸e̴̡à́͠r̕l͞y̴ ̢̛a̴n̴d͘ ̡̛o̴̸t̛̛́he̶͟͠r̛͞s̨ ̨͢͠ ̸̸c͞͝a̢n͜ u͟n̵͝d̵͟͞e̷r̶s̷̢t̵̀á͝nd͜
͠ma̕ýb͝e͘͡͠ ͘͡i͘t͝ ̷̡i͜s̕͠ ͢y̵̵͞ou̸͡ ̢t͠h̢͜a͝t̨̕ ͢͡n͝e͞e͢͝ḑ̸̛s̨̕͘ ͡n̸͡e̢w̷̡͢ ̷á̧ú̢d̢̡́i͟͢o ́͡r͜é̸̷c͝e̴i͠͡v̨̨i̴͜͞nǵ ̀d̢̨̀ev̷͠i̢̨cè̶s͝ ̕͡
>>1842638
>>1842646
>he quickly eats the sweet, but his head slightly hurts, in more inaccurate slang terms, he is suffering a """brainfreeze"""
Very well then, so, Rukaar, about the shipyards, since I lost, I guess that nearly half of them are yours. Also, I have heard that your brother Sekhal released a video on a speech which he gave, it has gone viral in the past few hours. Want to watch?
>>1842638
>The Medic turns and frowns.
"I would not recommend it. However, we do have a list of Augmentations available for Insertion. High Command themselves were kind enough to grant you access to request them."
>Pausing, he picks up another clipboard.
"The most common Augments consist of things like Increased speed and strength in a selected limb. However more..."
>He pauses, hesitant.
"Invasive procedures can grant things like cellular regeneration, sub-dural armor, Skeletal reinforcement. and other such things. The risk is, of course, significantly higher, but the augments decrease the overall rate of attrition in units equipped with them by almost eighty percent. In the end, it is your choice however."
>>1842655
No I don't, his revolutionary attitude angers me, he thinks we should copy your government, I think he is foolish
>>1842661
Oh, no. I can agree with some of his tenets, but I did not mean to offend you, Rukaar! Well, might was well put on the news
>he takes the remote, gives it a voice command, and voila, on the news, Sekhals speech is on
>Rukaar is cringing, while Inkito and the medic watch
>>1842681
>The Medic, and several passing IAF personnel, watch the speech intently.
>>1842701
>then, the speech is over
So, what do you think about it?
>>1842716
>Mummers of non-commitment echo from the other IAF personnel.
>Silently, the Medic shrugs.
>>1842721
>he also shrugs as well, and goes to sleep for the time being. Inkito's wife and children are arriving to visit him sometime soon.
>>1842724
>Quietly, the Medic tends to the Machines hooked up. And the preparations are made to move him later to a more Secure hospital groundside.
>Inkito's Family are also put under notice so that they may see him immediately.
>>1843246
>Frowning, the IAF Medic steps in his way.
The patient, 'Inkito', was wounded in a duel. High Command offered to send us to retrieve and heal him. Now, he is trying to rest. Please be off. Or at least leave the room.
Narg:Good day fellow ambassadors and representatives of the federation...uhhhh
>Narg starts to read some paper
Narg:We would like to formally introduce ourselves, I'm Narg and I'm responsible forrrrr....
>He reads the paper again
Narg:I'm responsible in the matters of trade with the Belaniran Confederacy, and I'm also responsible for the questions of inffa- inrastra- infrastructural developement of the Banirian Confederacy
>Grod take the paper and starts reading
Grod:I'm Grod and I represent Belaniran Confederacy in...in the matter of defense and war...
>Garry takes the paper and starts reading
Garry:I'm Garry and I represent Belaniran Confederacy in the matters of reas- resarch- ...*mumbling* SCIENCE! I represent Confederacy in the matters of science and...archology
>>1843246
How long have you been gone?
Since before or after the federation diplomats engaged in terrorism?
>>1844579
Narg:Shush you, it was an accident!
>>1844602
The Monolith calculates the odds of this to be 0.0000%
>>1844610
Narg:How was I supposed to know there was a munition truck there?
>>1844615
You have possession of ocular receptors most commonly referred to as "eyes".
>>1844632
Narg:And it was concealed and I was on fire, and panicking, you stupid ball
>>1844640
Quote, "stop drop and roll" end quote.
>>1844643
Narg:What does rolling have to do with anything?
>>1844647
Nothing. You put the fires out and hijacked a truck
>>1844655
Narg:I borrowed a scooter after fires were put down
You hijacked and crashed a bus into an ammunition truck.
>>1844667
Narg:No they gave me the bus, I showed them my new flame-thrower, they were impressed and gifted it to me, while screaming and running in cheer, and that was a regular truck, which crashed at me, because apperantly they made laws for driving, for some reason
>>1844684
The Monolith doubts this
>>1844702
Narg:That's at least how I think it happened, I do have few doubts about then liking the flame thrower...
>>1844708
The Monolith shares these doubts
>walking in the symbiote smiles and exclaims
Hey guys I got an idea for a pepaceful conflict a great galactic ba-
>he sees inkito in hospital the highlight reel of their fight and of course descusions of public damage
why do I even try?
>he sits down in a depressed heap on a chair
>sad symbiote noises
>>1844761
What was your plan?
The Monolith is curious
>>1844761
Garry:Heeeyyyyy Hood, is there any laboratory here?
>Meanwhile Grod is yelling at TV
Grod:YEAH, HIT HIM! HIT HIM AGAIN!
>Slowly, a feed comes into view on connected console. The sight is one of a number of similar looking IAF Representatives in suits, arranged sitting around a half-moon table.
>The center-most Representative straightens. And begins to speak.
"It has been decided, the Order from High Command themselves handed down. As of now, the IAF has decided to become a member of this local Federation. Sic Semper Tyrannis."
>>1844771
>>1844775
>more sad noises
my plan was for a galactic bake off, where we each make a confectionary item known as a cake for others to enjoy. and I would be the judge and then we would all have cake.
but then this happens
>flapping his arm in the genral direction of the TV and med bay
why do they fight
>yet more sad noises
>>1844781
Intriguing.
What exactly would be the purpose of this "bake off"?
>>1844781
Garry:Ooooh that sound wonderfull! I have few experemental recipes for it!
Grod:Because violence is fun!
Narg:Oh I'll make the mushroom pie! Now 3% less toxic!
>>1844779
Narg:Oh hi! I'm sorry for...blowing up that city block...
>Presents a box filled with trinkets, some of them are glowing
Narg:I don't really know what you guys like so...
>>1844801
This seems like a logical decision.
The Monolith would be willing to partake in this strange form of diplomacy
>>1844812
Narg:I will join!
Grod:I like pie...I'm in
Garry:My new experemental cake will be wonderfull! I think.
>>1844812
>The Representatives whisper among themselves.
"This seems interesting. A Representative will be there shortly."
>Not long after.
"I have been chosen to represent the IAF in this. Now, tremble before such a delicious recipie! That of our coveted 'Sweet Potato Souffle'!"
>>1844823
>>1844818
>>1844810
>feeling slightly better he leades them down to the prepared kitchen deck and shows them to a station all nearly 4 meters distant from each other.
for this contest you will have to make your cake with the provided materials. you may select 1 ingredient from your homeworlds or of your choose to bring in with you. then you will have two hours to make and bake. all right please announce your chosens special ingredient and lets begin. [roll 3d100 for making baking and making it look nice.]
Rolled 63, 58, 19 = 140 (3d100)
>>1844833
>Staying calm, and following the recipe, the Representative begins.
Rolled 28, 71, 69 = 168 (3d100)
>>1844833
>The sphere would not fully understand what food was, and instead transmute the ingredients into an electronically charged golden sphere.
Rolled 76, 12, 41 = 129 (3d100)
>>1844833
>The three begin to whisper
Garry:We present-
Narg:Mushrooms from my clans cave!
>He presents a glowing green mushroom
>Grod punches most of ingediens into a bowl
>Garry mixes it with...something, that something catches fire and explodes
>Meanwhile Narg is laughting maniacaly while overlooking couldron with green , glowing liquid in it, it produces some kind of mist. That'll be the filling
>>1844850
Narg:Hmmm...
Grod:Maybe we should've placed it in...stove instead of setting it ablaze
Garry:Oh well, we'll give it to some lads in plaza out here, it looks just eatable. What's the worst that could happen?
>They sold it all in plaza
>>1844875
That is a class 3 bio-hazard.
Why is it being sold to the uneducated masses?
>>1844892
Narg:What's biohazard?
>>1844894
Never mind.
Do you like my cake?
>>1844839
>>1844841
>>1844850
Two of them are below average and one is just slightly above average! You've deeply dissapointed the Asurian Star State, we looked forward to amazing pastries.
>>1845004
You have not even tried them.
>the monoliths floating metal "cake" would hover a metre off the ground
>>1844939
Grod:It bites my tongue...I like it
>>1845013
>The Asurian Ambassador proceeds to try and cut a slice from each cake, still seeming quite displeased given how low quality the pastrymeters indicate they are.
Rolled 53, 93, 22 = 168 (3d100)
>>1844833
A̛͘r̀e̷ ̡͜we ̛b͝ąḱ̛͠i͜n̴g͞ ̸th̛͘ìn̨͟g̶s̴͞?̵
̢̧w̸̨̨e͘ ̡͢ar̸͘͢e ͡s̵̢o͜͝ i̕n͘͠
w͘͠͝é͜͟ ̷̵͝ç̕͜a̕n br̡͘͜i̷n͝g̶̸ ̧͟pu͠t̡ ̢͠şǫ͠m̵e ͡͞͞amb̵͘r̡̢͟o̵͝͠s̀i͟a̡͢ ̢͢i̧͟ņ̵͜ ͞t̸̛͟h̢é̴͟r̛̕͢e
́͢͠iţs̷͜ ͠l͟į̴͜ke̷̢ ̢͘͢h̀͘͞o̡n̛e̢y͞
b͢u̷t͘ ̴b̛͢e͜͡t̸͜͝t̸́̕e͜r̨̀͘
̧͢͞àn͘d̨͜ ̸a͜͡dd̴̴͘í̷c̶t̕͡͝i͢ve͠
̕a͘͢n̶̛d̕͡ ̷͠͞ma͢͡y̵̧͞b̢e ́w͘i̡l͘͟ļ ̶͟re͠s̶͡u̶͢l̨t̛ ͞i̡n̕͘ i̶͜nc͠r̶e̷͟͟a̸se͘d s̛usc̷͜͟ep͟t̀͘i̶͘͡b̵͞i͜͜l̢í̢t͝y̡ ̴t̢͘̕ó ̧́͢t͝͝h͠e ̀h́i͡͠͡v̶̵͡ę̕͠ ̨̕͞m̢in̴͡d̕͡
̴̀b́͝ut ̧i̡̢ts̡ ̶͟rȩ͢͡a̡l̨l̢͢y̕͘ ́͜t͘͞as͝ty!̛͜
>wearing a chef hat unit one takes advantage of its hive mind capacity to coordinate multiple bodies at once to bake. They have some difficulty lacking hands but use specialized utensils to make up for the handicap
>>1845023
Narg:*whispers*Who's that?
Grod:I don't like her, she's rude
Garry:...
>Garry throws mushroom at her
>He takes notes
>>1845030
This is the worst cake ever!
>>1845044
Narg:Okay she's getting angry what do we do?
...
>Grod begins to poke Lyria with a stick
>Garry is taking notes and occasionaly throwing fruit
>>1845044
You have no respect for proper cuisine.
Try it again.
>>1845044
>The IAF Representative holds up his attempt at a Sweet Potato Souffle.
>>1845044
>unit one holds up one normal cake and several cupcakes frosted with mini lobster forms
>Several dozen IAF Personnel begin politely applauding the Contestant's attempts to bake.
>Odd, considering they weren't there a minute ago.
Rolled 62, 87, 91 = 240 (3d100)
>>1844833
I will use the sweet nectar from the Jork-Ezoo slug as my main ingredient. I will try to make an old family recipe, slightly modified due to cake not being a traditional Noo pastry
>Ovaa starts to bake the cake
>>1845134
This dish would look appealing to a being that valued "taste".
>>1845134
Something smells good, what did I miss?
>>1845134
Narg:Oooh, looks
Grod:Tasty
Garry:Looks good!
>Nargs couldron begins to bubble
>>1845088
>Quirks an eyebrow and nibbles on the lobstercakes.
>>1845154
An asuraian? Haven't seen one of ya in years, what going on here
>>1845144
Narg:Were baking!
>>1845154
This one is only slightly better than the other three, but it's evidently still of no remarkable quality. I guess the best pastries rest elsewhere in the galaxy.
>>1845162
Baking what exactly?
Rolled 86, 34, 7 = 127 (3d100)
>>1845164
ş̴̛o̶r̨̀͝r̵͡y̨, ̢̕w͜͝ę̶̶ ͠͠m̴̀͟ù̸st ̨͠b̨e ̛́o̶̧uţ͘ o̕͠f̡́ ṕ̡͠r͟a̴̧ctic͡e͟ ̶̧͠
̷l̨é̸t ͟͢u͜s͘͜ ͢s̷e̷̕e i̶f̨̕ ́͞w̛͘è ̧c̴͠an̢͠ ̵̕͢t͝r̢ý ́̀á̀g̵̢a̷i̴̷n ͜͝a̡n̕͢d ̷͡b̷͠e͟͟ m̕͟or̸̨e̶͟ s̀ư̧c̷̡͝c̕͜e͟s̶̛͟sf̨u͞l̀
>>1845164
>There is grumbling among the IAF Personnel present, viewing the Asurians as picky and unsatisfiable.
>>1845165
Narg:...
Garry:Pastries
Rolled 81, 73, 34 = 188 (3d100)
>>1845164
>the Monolith would craft another charged sphere
>>1845167
I'm speechless.
Rolled 74, 43, 86 = 203 (3d100)
>>1845164
Hmm, let me try my habd, my sister taught me some things for baking
>>1845173
It smells good. I look forward to trying it once it's done!
I am just glad that we are all here together and doing something fun!
>Says Ovaa cheerfully to everyone the room
Rolled 52, 25, 74 = 151 (3d100)
>>1845172
>In a spiteful fury, the Representative throws all calm out the window and begins furiously crafting another Sweet Potato Souffle.
>It's do or die whether it'll come out edible.
Rolled 10, 1, 21 = 32 (3d100)
>>1845172
> unit one is visibly shaken
W̸e̛ ̸͘͜d̨͠o̡͘n̶'̸͠t̕ ̷̸ų̵̛ǹ̕͞d͝e͠r͠s̷̡t́̀͟a͟ņ̛d̡
͢wę̶'̷vę̸ ̶̛͢n͢è̶̛v̨͢ȩ͟r̷͜ ̢͞b̨͘a̴̸ķȩd͘ ͟͠t͟h̨͠i̡̢s͜ ̢̡poò͘r͜͠ly͡ b̨́ȩfo̴̵͝r̶̀e͘
̢͞ma̢̛yb̵̧͡e͜͝ s̕͡o̴̴͜m͞͠ȩ̷t͢h̵̕͞i̸̷̡n͘͠gs̕͟ ͢w͝r͡o͢nǵ ̴w̵̡i͜͞t̴̛h̢͠͠ ̴t͠͠͝h̴̀͞ȩ ̷̡͘o̶̢v̕͠éns?
͢w̡̨̛e̢͟ ̴͜͠r͞e̵f̷u̶͝se t̸͡͞o̶ ̶̢̕g͝iv̴̡͜e̵̢͢ ư̢p͢͠ ͞un̛t͝i̵l̶̨͜ ǫ̨ư͢t̶̴̛ ͟p̸͜͢a͝ş̡͘t̷͟ŕ̴̛i̧͢e̷͠s á̶̕re ̛͞s̕͜͞ú͡f̴͘͜f̀̀i͢cìent̷́l̢͘͞y̢ ̀͠d̶͞͠e͟l̵̨ic͟i̶ơ̕͟ų͜s͟ ̢
>>1845180
Garry:You sure it's dead
>Grod pokes it with a stick
>>1845177
One word, mundane.
>>1845178
An improvement, I suppose.
>>1845179
It certainly smelling good so far, more promising than most I've tasted.
>>1845180
Thanks to you I've been so disgusted I've lost my apetite.
>The Asurian leaves, trying not to vomit.
>>1845186
>Rukaar happily pops a pie into his jaws
You sure you don't want one?
>>1845186
who the hell are you?
I just got back from the office filing forms and now BAKERS, YOUR TIME IS UP, PLEASE STOP BAKING WHILE I REVEIW YOUR CAKES
[please post a link to your latest product cause I cant find them all]
BRING THEM TO THE FRON AND STOP BAKING
Rolled 15, 84, 80 = 179 (3d100)
If it's alright with you all, I would like to try and make a human dish called pancakes, just figured I'll take a shot at it while I have all the equipment here.
No need to inlcude this in the contest, I am just doing it for fun
>>1845188
Rukaar. Friend of the Monolith.
Consume this cake.
>the "cake" would be shocking nearby metallic objects
Rolled 52 (1d100)
>>1845186
>The words hit hard. Calmly, slowly, the Representative picks up the still hot Souffle and, winding back, chucks it with all his strength at the Asurian Representative's face.
>>1845180
>unit one just curls up and crys
>>1845199
It will be okay little lobster, have a meat pie I made plenty
>>1845199
>kicking the burnt to a crisp bowl into a bin, I hug the hive minded creature
there there. its all right, let it out
>>1845198
very nice texture, nicely browned could have done with a bit more in the oven and very "crunchy" well done
>>1845200
hmmm, the base is a bit flat with only the honey keeping it together but its perfectly golden and looks amazing, very nice
>>1845196
that's fantasticly blended but the ssweet is a bit over powering, and it needs another half hour in the oven. but it looks nice
>>1845197
ummmmm
>hacking up a cough
very....well cooked
right I think I have our winners
Rolled 96 (1d100)
>>1845207
>the sphere would be made of solid gold and electrocute the symbiote when he attempted to eat it.
>>1845213
Can I try to eat one?
>>1845207
Narg:Glad you like it, now to cool down couldron before it summons-
>Nargs couldron errupts, it's green mist creating a face which speaks
Couldron:YOU HAVE AWAKENED ME, WHAT'S YOUR REQUEST!?
Narg:-spirit world...
Garry:Why did it do it?
Narg:Well I'am from a clan of shamans, so anyways do any of you want to speak to the dead?Like dead friends or family members?If not I'll need hour to explain myself for it
Rolled 41 (1d100)
>>1845215
Yes, we would be pleased if you did.
>hands Rukaar a sphere that electrocutes his hand as soon as it touches
well in first we have Ovaa kezhada
in second place we have rukkar of the rummar and in their we have the delegates from belari>>1845217
... the spirit world.
thank you all for joining our little compaction and doing so without violence. and now DIG IN
Rolled 83 (1d100)
>>1845218
>Rukaar slaps raw meat on it, which is cooked instantly, he proceeds to eat the ball(higher I roll less pain I take)
>>1845222
>A dozen IAF Personnel rush forward in an attempt to taste the exotic winning dishes.
>>1845217
c̛͝ó̴u̷̶ĺ͟d̴͝ ̡͘͠w̴͠e ̴̨͢t̵͝a̢ĺ̷́ḱ͝ ͞ţó̧ ̶̢u͢n̵iţ ̶͘̕f̶i͘f̛t͢͡eȩ͟n͡?̴͟
>>1845217
Spirit world? Like as in dead people?
>>1845222
The Mololith objects.
The Monolith demands third place.
>>1845240
the monolith can demand all you like. but this is not up for debate. despite your cake being orginaly tied with third the fact you harm who eats it is a very big health risk and according to federal health codes, is disqualifiable.
but this is just a little bit of fun, so be happy and try some others...... if you can or what too
>>1845244
>Rukaar approaches the cauldron, from the mist another Rumarian appears, even larger than Rukaar and possessing several horns, Rukaar's voice is quite, almost-weak
Father...
>>1845248
You...how dare you summon me you bastard of a child!
>>1845245
This is a racist judgement.
The Monolith is displeased.
>>1845252
its a health statement, and as I said not up for debate. there is no prize for winning only the joy of taking part so just enjoy yourself
>>1845250
You went mad, killed thousands, sisters, brothers, me, I...I had to, you became a monster
>>1845254
Rukaar and myself both enjoyed the item of confectionary.
Neither of us are harmed.
>>1845259
You dare...I could have been a god, also wouldv have bowed to me, this is why your brother replaced you, you are emotional. ..pathetic
>>1845265
I...Narg, send my father away plese
>>1845269
Narg:Umm, I can't, not until your soul is at peace with him...I can try to convince him to go away
Rolled 10 (1d100)
>>1845265
Go away
>>1845273
Damn it...we are gonna be here for awhile
>>1845274
You Dare insult me with this ...ball? I Wil torment you until you feel the pain you brought me!
>>1845265
Narg:Umm hey Morgeth, sorry for summoning you, can you please go back to rest...
Rolled 29 (1d100)
>>1845278
>the Mololith would become solid and try and crush the ghost thing
>>1845279
Rest...sounds goo-no I must bring vengeance
>>1845244
u͡ḩ͢hhh͘͢h̢̧̀
̕͢un̷̷͜i̸͟t̕͜ ̵͢͟fi̡̧f̨té̢͟e̴͘n͢?̵̕
͞al͜l͞͞ t̸͢h̴̀͜è́ ̶̡o̡t̸̸h͠er ͢u̵̷nit͘͠ś à̷̢ļw̶̨̕à̡ýs͢͞ ̧͟s̵a̵̛i̕͢d ̶y͘o̷u w̧͘͜er͞e̸̕ ͢t̢h̷̴͜e̴ ̵sm̀͞a͞r̶̸t̸ś̨ ̸̧a͠nḑ ́t̵̛h͘͢e̛͟ ̸b́͢ę̕s̕͢t ̨̀á͘n̴d̴ ̢̧à̛l̢l̀ ̸̧t̡h̀o͞se̡ ̧͢sór͟t͢s ̵o̶̷f̨ ̕͢͞t̡̀̀h̴í̸̢n͜g͜s
͟iś̨ ̵̡t̵͢hę́r̷̡è ̴̧s̴̀o̧͜m͘et̛̛͠h̴͟i̢n̕͟g̶̀ ̀yo̴͟u ͜ć͞o̢ưl̴̀d ̢̕tę̸l̛̀l̢̕͘ ̡̛͞u̷̵ş̵̡ ̴̷̧t̨̧͠h̕a̷̢t̛͘ ̡w̨e̸͞ ͢͞mi̡gh͟͟t͞ ́n͘ee̡͞d̴̢ ͜t̕o̕͢ ̀k̷ńo̡w̷̢?̡
Rolled 40 (1d100)
>>1845284
Rolling to send him back
>>1845284
Narg:Well I did all I could. Rukaar, make peace with your father, or else he'll be stuck in a kitchen for all eternity, getting midnight snacks is gonna be a bit...uneasy
>>1845293
How am I to do that?
>>1845291
b͕̻̈̄͠e̶̺̾͒̓͗ͪ̉ͬ͘͜ẅ̡̺̟͎̤́̃̑͒̈a̵̗̙͈͚̭̱͓̠ͦͬͦͩr̞̞̮̺̘̖͉͋̍̾̓e̤̼͓̣͔̪͖̋̎̔͆̽ ̴̡̦̫̩̟̖̘͕͈ͨ̓̿͗́ͬ̉ͬâ̟̌ͣn̴̯ͩ̎͘͝d̳͖͓̦͕̣ͨ̂͆̓̚ ̶̢̫̰͙̐̈̓d̺̦̝̝ͬ̔̑̇̀̀e̼͇̠̮̦͍̻̥ͭ̇ş̵̺͇͚̦̖͎͕̿͛ͣ̽͐̌ͪ̕ͅt̹͎̤͎̆̂ͧ̃̔͟ȓ͈͚̞͖̤͗͞u̘͉̖̭̒ͧ͑ͭ͡c̡͓̟̟̹̱ͦ͌̋̾͛̈́t̛̳̱͓͓͙͑͆̕i̘̩̗̝̦̽͗́o̧͈̪͕͔͕̰̬ͧ̋͜͞n̹̟͉͉̪̠̬̉ͧͪ́͝ͅ ̴̧͕͙̳̊ͣ̎̍̈̚
̷̝̳̝͕̹̙̻̰̽̋̇̆̀ ̤͎̭̣̽ͩ̚͜͢f͙̰̺̍̾ͮ̾͂̀ö̸̘̳̞̝̳̪́ͩ̆̇̕ȗ̸͎̫͈͓͐̊͘r̢͓͙̝͚̘̣ͮ͑ͩ̿͆̂̐͢ͅt͍͎͍̻̟̝̩̣̞ͣ͛ͯ͂̿̈́̒͂ẹ̘̿͜͠e͔̫̠̮͖̮̩̽̈́ͫ͠n̸̸͉͓̰ͤ̈̐̔ͫ͆̚̚ẗ̛͙͇̿̾̃̆̾ͩ͞h̵̰̞̾̆̒͛̾̌ͫ ̗̻͚̣̗͍͈̘̐̕ ̴͙̗͕̮̼ͬ́h̝͓̘͌ͨ̇ĩ̴̺͈͇̣̤̍̔̔̽̍͞s̷̨͙͉̍̀ͦ̓̌̾͆ ̵̧̟͈͚̟͔̤̜͔͍̈́̿̓͊ͦ̑̇ͤ̕u̥̦͇̤̮̿̆͛̊n̛̬̖̹̮̜̘̞̓͒́s̸̖̝̫̥̹͖̞̬̆ͤ̇ͣ̓̆e̶̪͇̳̞̦͈͙̽͂̔͐͛̊é͕͕̙͋ͅn̦̻ͪ͑̃̈̿̇ͣ͑͟͡
̧̨̼̾̇̀ͤͧͣ͢f̨̤̪̠̮̯̗̹͎ͯ̓ͭ̒͂o̶̗̭ͤ̑ͭ̍ͅṛ͙̻͓̠̮̭ͮ̇ͧ͌̕ ̡̙̻͈̱̮̫̬̺̿͋̔̽̀͑ͦ́͢ͅv͎̳̗͚͍̯͔͚̗̓̋͐e̛͕̖͇͎̯ͬͅn̙̣̪̖̱̗̮͊͆ͫ͜ğ̣̩̦̼̦̦̱̼̂ͮ́͘e͍̺͔̞̹͕̻̜̋a͙̠̙̫͓͉͂ͭͬ̊̑̌̿ͪ̄͢͞ͅn̹̪̗̣̞̖̭̈͑ĉ̹̖̐̔̌͝e̵͚̭͔̘̘͛̄ͧ͂̏̋͊ ̭͎̫̝̮̾͆͘͞d̸͖̝̗̹͓̏ẽ̮̜̣͈̺̳̾̿̇̏ͯ̕͞ͅs̡̛̖̜̗ͤ͛̂̒̈̿̀i̫͉̘͛̀ͦͯ̊̋r̞̋̎ͬ̀̚ͅë̦͓͔͈̦̪̦ͧ̚ ̵̨̠͙͍͙̯̗͔̏
͇͎̥̀̆̉͝g̮̩̳͚̠̟͔̣̍ͪ͑̄̒ͨ̌ͭ̕ř̸̤͍͖͔̻̩̉ͩ͝ǫ̬͈̘̟͇̠͈͒͂̌ͬ̔ͭ̚w͚̭̏͛̾̊́͊͠ş̜͎̖͔̑ͧ̍̀ ̴͓̯̻̙͔͉̠̜͆̋ͯ̾ͧ͆l̠̜̙̱̙̰̀ͮ͐̽͢͢i̠̠͚̬̞̟͗̐̓ͧ͘ḳ̰̜̤̯͔̉̇̈̔ͅē̡̺͉̥̱͇͍̄ͣ̂̚ ̤͍̰̼̳̳̓͐ͭͮ̌͊͒͟͠ͅh͕͇̞̭ͫ̾ͦͭͦ͆́̀i̦̭̣͚ͭ͐̓͝s̡̗͚̦̹̎ͯͫ͑ͭ͢ ̷̧̙̝͉̍͂ă̘̠͕̙̺͚͌̄͂̿̐͋̃r̹̮͔ͪ͂͌ͫͧ͜ͅm̴̪̜͓̟̗͇̳̃ͫ̈́̓i̗͕̯͔̙̾̈̍̏̀ę̦̹͙̯̳͖͓͊ͪ͌͑ͤͧ͜ͅṣ̨͑̈͒͂ͅ
͖̤̩͉̙̣ͨṳ̵̩̦̻̣͖̓̏̽̒͟n̛̳͙̭͎͚͉͉̺͂ͫ͂̓͋v̺̼̖̩̮̟̝ͯ̎ͤͅa͓͉ͪ̂͌̏̂̓̽͞n̨̢̬͈̋̔ͧ̓́q̳̓͋̕u͇̞̰̭̱̿ͭͦ̾͘͞i̙̋͌ͧ̉ŝ̴̢͈̈́͌́h̪̖̗̓̑ͩ͊̓̏̚̕ḛ̛̜̥͙̪̤̗ͧ͆ͅd̛̮̬̽̓́̚
>>1845303
>unit one grows extremely pale and runs out of the room
> the ghostly specter of the murdered lobster slowly fades away
>>1845299
> the next two hours are spent with Rukaar arguing with his father, in the end the spirit gives up and fades away
>>1845323
Narg:So...is there anyone else you want to talk to?
>>1845329
No, I have seen enough ghosts today
>>1845345
Narg:Okay, if you need to talk to the dead, you know where to find me
>>1845303
Please invest in a new translator. We can barely understand your message
>>1845381
> Telling the ghost of a long dead hivemind to speak more clearly
> Rukaar is being chased by eight Rumarian hybrid creatures, he occasionally barks orders to them
So what have missed since the baking contest and the spirit world thing
To all [FEDERATION REPRESENTATIVES] a new event is in effect! A [CELEBRATION] is to commence to [HONOR] the [JOINING OF THE IAF WITH THE FEDERATION] all relevant persons are encouraged to attend! There will be [FOOD AND DRINK SUPPLIED] for this event, as well as [GIFTS]! Please show at the relevant time!
SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS
-IAF HIGH COMMAND
>>1845689
Hmph, might well, children will you behave yourselves?
> the childern nod vigorously
>>1845689
The Monolith shall attend.
>>1845701
Do, do you eat? I dont how or why you would
> the childern are memorized by the object
>>1845730
I do not consume biological matter.
I siphon off of the waylane energies shared by The Monolith.
>the object would punctuate this by sparking deep blue lightning across its surface
>>1845739
> one of the children grab the ball and get electrocuted, Rukaar shakes his head
And that why dont grab foreign objects Khayerg
Attention!
Attention!
All [FEDERATION REPRESENTATIVES] who wish to attend the [CELEBRATION] should kindly proceed to the [PLANETSIDE MAIN DIPLOMATIC BUILDING] on [SERVLOCH] and convene at the [MAIN HALL]. If you require directions, please ask your nearest [IAF PERSONNEL].
>>1845770
It seems we are needing to travel, children to my shuttle
>>1845755
>The Monolith phase over to the new event, eager to see what these "gifts" were about.
>>1845778
>it would seem to get lost on the way, stopping to ask an IAF personnel member for directions, its 5 metre alien diameter floating a few feet off the ground
>>1845789
>Rukaar's shuttle begins its journey to the pkabet, leaving liberty behind
>>1845789
>Though interested, the Nearby diplomat shows a set of coordinates to the Diplomatic Building.
"You should just have to go here, here, and then here. But if you pass here, you've gone too far."
>>1845817
Acknowledged.
>the sphere would phase directly through everything in its way until it arrived in the main hall
>>1845817
> Rukaar's ship lands in the planet, and he works his way to the party's location
Now we is it...
>>1845837
>What seems to be an IAF MP comes forth, and silently offers to lead the way to the Diplomatic Building.
>>1845826
>The Main hall is filled with rather calm music. Several tables filled with snacks and drink are laid to the side of the room. Half a dozen IAF diplomats silently shuffle around the room, holding drinks or food in an attempt to make the place seem more lively than it was.
>It seems that the room is decorated rather plainly, a few balloons here, a few plants dotted around. Nothing decadent.
>Music flows softly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iCgFtIdbO4
>Inkito is on the shuttle wearing a cane
Hello all! I am back, hopefully I can join? Yes, now, when shall we party? My family has arrived as well.
>>1845928
>An IAF Medic and a Guard come to escort him to the main Diplomatic Building, along with his family.
>>1845941
So, let us party!
>the beginning celebrations start
>>1845954
>The IAF Personnel attending continue to shuffle about, with the MP's standing silently in the darker corners of the room.
>Several IAF Representatives attempt to make conversation with Inkito.
"So, Representative Inkito. Please, tell us about your Race. It would be quite rude of us if we never bothered to try to learn about, and understand you."
>>1845970
Hmmm I think I can inform you of the Ploraxians,they are a race of pure arrogance who believe in their own superiority above anything and anyone else. And I brought some cinnamon rolls and other traditional Earth pastries from the UE.
>A bunch of chefs come in with trays of food and pastries
I apologize for being late.
>>1846349
>Several IAF Personnel shuffle over to try the pastries. The MP's Still lurk in the corners, are there more than there were before?
>Several Representatives attempt to engage the Admiral in conversation.
"Well, Herr Admiral. It is nice to see you show up. We were just conversing with Representative Inkito about the possibility of the IAF loaning the Federation several dozen Combat Regiments for manpower, in exchange for Arms."
Rolled 72, 94, 28 = 194 (3d100)
>>1846363
Hmmmm Inkito sure loves to throw his arms away to every civilization he can. But I think I can do one better I can offer you enough automatic rifles to supply your entire armed forces and perhaps have you build them on licence too. They are quite simple and easy to mass produce as well.
>He tests out a pastry
Hmmm not that bad.
>>1846392
"We have made do for quite a while with our guns, but our offer for loaning Combat Regiments to the Federation still stands."
>>1846411
Hmmmm perhaps the United Empire could always use more soldiers and their are quite a few
>Lowers his voice
Empires that have been a thorn in our side for too long. We have no shortage of threats to extinguish. Would you like to join my forces? Tomorrow I must crush a Ploraxian dissident group on one of the worlds bordering the Ploraxian Realms.
>>1846457
>Though silent, the IAF Representatives whisper to one another for a few moments. Afterwards, they turn to the Admiral.
"We may attach two Light Infantry Regiments to your forces. You may transport them yourself if you wish. Any casualties will be replaced. So don't worry about preserving them."
>>1846504
Commander I wish to see how you fight if you please. Show me the strength of the IAF and if I like what I witness I shall reward your men greatly.
Now let me give you the details of the enemy stronghold. We believe them to be Ploraxian military holdouts and they have created a large underground military complex. Well they have found it. But at your disposal you shall have the 198th Artillery Regiment and the 85th Armored.
Shall we continue this briefing in a more secure area?
>>1846539
>The Representatives nod among themselves, before silently calling an MP over to escort them to one of the secured Offices elsewhere in the building.
"This way, Admiral, we have anti-listening devices in place. Don't worry about that."
>>1846544
>He takes out a holographic projector and places it on the table
>Up pops a map of the underground complex and the defensive works on the surface
The installation is home to a large array of anti-orbital guns so we shall have to approach from the ground and orbital support will be lacking. The installation has several large anti armor TMX-15 plasma turrets as well but they are seriously lacking in anti-infantry defenses. All they have are bunkers for their soldiers to man,some firing ports and a system of trenches. And their defenses while formidable have just been activated and might not be working. Shall we leave now? I have a cruiser here now and the rest of my forces are already there.
>>1846560
>The Representatives nod. But one stops them.
"Hold a moment, Admiral. We wish to give a gift."
>Four IAF soldiers dressed in long black Greatcoats, with Soviet M40 helmets on their heads enter the room. Curiously, each Wields a large Halberd that seems to crackle with electricity.
"We wished to assign you these Personal Guard. They will defend you to the death on the field. Each on is a hardened combat Veteran, make no mistake."
>As they turn to leave, another Representative turns and speaks.
"Oh, one more thing, Admiral. The Regiments may be fighting with you, but they will not take direct orders. The Officers of those Regiments will handle that."
>While the others leave, one stands silently, and says, before leaving;
"Make no mistake, Admiral. Any... Immoral actions taken by your troops will be dealt with harshly."
>>1846581
Alright commander I will be there shortly. I hope your soldiers will impress me I'd hate to be dissappointed.
>He leaves with the Halberd armed soldiers
I wish to see the enemy defenses shattered and in ruins.
>>1846607
>One of the Personal Guard assigned to the Admiral speaks.
"If needed, more Regiments will be called in until it falls. No retreat. No failure. Casualties are no object."
>>1846627
Good.I want these dissidents dead.
>He boards the cruiser and soon they are racing towards the border world of Atuix V
>Meanwhile Narg and Garry are pulling shopping cart
>Grod is pulling a platform with badly covered plasma container
[EMERGENCY BROADCAST ON ALL DIPLOMATIC CHANNELS. ALL ALLIED FEDERATION REPRESENTATIVES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND AN EMERGENCY MEETING. CODE: WASTED LAND, REPEAT, CODE: WASTED LAND.]
GOD SAVE US
-IAF HIGH COMMAND
>>1847476
Narg:Umm hello, hello!You called? What's the matter?
>>1847479
[ALL ATTENDING REPRESENTATIVES ARE TO ARRIVE AT THE FOLLOWING SECURE COORDINATES TO BE BRIEFED ON THE SITUATION]
>>1847482
Narg:Okay...should we bring snacks?
>>1847482
I have arrived what is going on?
>>1847488
>The room the Briefing takes place in seems to be a simple conference room. Several IAF Representatives sit in a few chairs on one side.
>Alarmingly, they seem utterly terrified, their normal calm compromised. One stands and begins to speak, voice quivering.
"It h-has come to our attention th-th-that a major incursion in one of our Isolated Research b-bases has been reported."
>He slides forward a number of... Disturbing Pictures taken of just the outer Grounds of the Base.. (Pic related is only one of several unnerving pictures)
"We... We cannot handle this on our own. We m-must beg the Federation at large to help is solve this.
>The Speaker's eyes dilate, and he clutches at his head, his skin paling.
"We.. We c-can't handle something like this on our own! We can't!"
>Another IAF representative silently stands, before pulling out a pistol and blowing his brains out. Blood splatters on the wall.
>The IAF Representatives devolve into sheer panic, screaming and gibbering madly. Most run out of the room. One sits in the corner, babbling about the End.
>>1847509
>Trio comes out of door
Narg:Hi guys I brought popcorn...huh
Grod:I didn't know we are having horror movie night.
Garry:...and I brought coke!
>>1847509
The Monolith is curious.
Why are these images distressing?
>>1847509
What are these things? Do you know who undertook such heinous acts?
>>1847519
>The gibbering of the remaining IAF Representative is, at first, indecipherable, but, with time taken to calm him down, he reveals that whatever had caused this likely came through a 'Secondary Portal' established to bring various items from various Dimensions for study.
>He adds that is is likely that 'Something' came through the Portal to cause this warping of the surrounding land to happen.
>>1847526
Improper use of dimensional travel angers The Monolith.
Advanced technology is dangerous in the hands of organics.
>the sphere would seem to be berating you
>>1847526
Garry:Oooh that sound interesting, maybe Narg can shaman it up and talk to them
>>1847509
So what's that all mean boy?
>Several IAF Personnel come forth, asking that any Federation Representatives who wish to deal with the Incursion bring whatever forces they can to bear. Else this 'Sickness' risks spreading.
>They mention that a Regiment of Infantry will be sent ahead to try to establish a beachhead to clear the way for allied forces.
>A Projector plays (pic related) what seems to be a salvaged clip of footage on repeat.
>>1847550
How intriguing!
The Monolith shall accompany these forces to learn more about this strange life form!
>>1847550
The first, second and third legions will support you
>>1847550
Narg:Hmm interesting, so should I use shamanic magick?
Garry:I say we throw toffee sweets at it and see what happens
Grod:We throw thousands of whacking sticks
>>1847560
>the Monolith would have already left, phasing through the wall over to its requisitioned diplomatic transport
>>1847572
>While Federation forces were Marshaled, An IAF Infantry Regiment had already been deployed to the Incursion area.
>To the panic of High Command, all contact is lost shortly after landing.
>>1847573
>eventually, the diplomat arrived and began to orbit the affected planet
>>1847576
>The Monolith would swiftly land on its own, seeking the strange aliens
>>1847573
> Three entire rumarian fleets emerge over the planet, thousands of fighters and dropships pour from their hangers
>>1847634
This seems rather excessive.
Do you not wish to engage in diplomacy with the aliens?
>>1847637
Hmph...aggressive negotiations
> he speaks with the pilot
Bring us down near the last known area of the IAF troops
>In a clearing on the edge of the base, a small beacon pulses. The woods around the base itself seem to be twisting, changing, and light is stifled in an unnatural manner.
>Within the afflicted area around the base, disturbing noises can be heard. Whispers, screeches, the maddened barks and moans of local wildlife.
>The afflicted woods are far too dark and thick with twisted, wilted trees to land within. The pulsing beacon on the edge of the area calls.
>>1847645
>the Monolith would quickly hover through the trees and station itself over the strange beacon
>>1847647
> Rukaar speaks over comms
Is it safe down their monolith? If not im burning these woods, no boots on the ground
>>1847652
Do you consider trees a dangerous bio-hazard?
If not, then there is nothing here capable of ending the existence of a fully sentient and capable creature.
>>1847655
>they slowly start to walk, but are assaulted by eldritch horrors at the base camp. They manage to hold their ground, and advance to site zero.
>>1847661
> Rumarian forces land, carefully securing a LZ, in the distance they hear the Ploraxians being attacked
>>1847666
>they see the forces, they take their battered forces to the Rumar camp, and recuperate and regroup there.
>>1847662
>The horrors that assail the Ploraxian troops are many.
>Among these, threats such as horrifically twisted and aggressive wildlife, and mutated IAF troops that had been reduced to gibbering, violent animals butchering everything in their way.
>The woods around them twist, turn and change. The unnatural darkness is almost suffocating.
>One clearing holds a terrible sight, a tree amalgamated of countless screaming corpses. The horrors seem countless.
>>1847671
> several turrets aim at the Ploraxian forces, a commander yells over the battlements
Halt!...approach slowly for inspection of any infection
>>1847678
>the Ploraxian troops are checked, and they are all negative for the mutation, thankfully. They are going to recuperate, and discuss their plans. The Ploraxian General talks with the Rumarian general
What a hell we have to serve in, anyways, how do you do?
>>1847680
> the Rumarian Warleader turns to the Ploraxians, looking them over
So...what did ya see out there?
>The occasional report of Rifle fire can be heard in the distance, no doubt whatever is left of the IAF Regiment send ahead of Federation forces are fighting to the death against the horrors.
>>1847684
>the Monolith would float over, pulsing beacon in tow
Is this of any importance?
>>1847697
> several armoured drones rush into the woods, searching for the IAF soldiers
>>1847698
>The beacon seems to be quite basic, seeming to be rigged from a Radio and an Antenna, it is likely the IAF set it up shortly before contact was lost.
>>1847698
Yes I want to know how likely my men with be slaughtered
>>1847705
Slaughtered by what?
>>1847708
Thats what im trying to find out
> he turns on comms
How are the drones doing, any IAF people?
>>1847711
>A large majority of IAF personnel seem to be heavily mutated and totally psychotic, but several small groups through the outer area of the Base seem to be barricading themselves and making stands in a number of old, rundown buildings.
>Curiously, a certain threshold of light seems to drive away Afflicted animals and people, areas with enough light, either natural or Artificial, seem to stay as 'safe areas'.
>>1847711
This does not seem to be diplomacy. It looks like a biological purge of life forms deemed to be inferior
>>1847723
> Rumarian drones activate flood lights, then advance towards the survivors, they broadcast a message over the speakers
Any survivors in this area, liberation forces are en route, stay alive help is coming
>>1847734
>A ragged cheer comes from what is left of the IAF, and their resistance becomes fearsome as they fight off the horrors assailing them, desperately trying to buy themselves time.
>Despite this, the Afflicted woods seem to crawl ever closer. New Anomalies Manifest, from Intangible Red Lights that wound all who look at them, to horrific spider-like creatures that seem to be made of various parts of Human corpses.
>>1847788
> Rumarian forces advance towards the survivors in mechs and other armoured vehicles, burning the woods and anything in their way, from above dropships blast away hordes with Ion laser cannons and heavy infantry follow the armor in closed ranks
>>1847792
>The woods seem to grow almost angry, as if whatever was causing this was alive and sentient. Despite the burning, most trees still stand, though resembling more like massive pyres. From within the burning areas, figures, screaming in pain and wreathed in perpetual flames charge at whoever is near. Anomalies continue to worsen and become more common the close all the Forces come to the base itself.
>Gravitational wells reduce anyone unlucky enough to step in them a bloody smear, in other areas, some people simply ignite without warning, or are driven insane from witnessing places be twisted into non-elucidian forms.
>>1847811
> ionic cannons completely disintegrate the creatures and corrupted soil, the mechanical forces advance to the Drones and the Survivors, they barely secure the area, they rush the excavation but manage to save most of the remaining forces
>>1847820
>The remaining IAF are immensely thankful. What is left of them are either wounded or half mad. None, thankfully, seem to have been Afflicted.
>Those IAF Infantry remaining, give out a cry, their Morale emboldened by the arrival of friendly forces.
>They begin quickly charging ahead, fighting manically in an attempt to clear a path through to the Base itself, the source of the corruption.
>>1847832
>ploraxian gunships come over the horizon, and start dropping down troops. The orignial troops from the first invasion also advance, and start charging with them as well.
>>1847832
> a hyper dreadnought enters the planets surface, burning a path to the corrupted base, the combined forces push towards the base, following the burning path
>Casualties among the remaining IAF are near devastating, yet they still push ahead, many suffer terrible fates, either torn apart from the Afflicted, or otherwise annihilated bodily by malicious Anomalies.
>One surviving officer can be witnessed screaming, shooting down any IAF who fall behind, his expression rabid as he urges the Infantry forward.
>The closer the Allied Forces come to the base, the more prevalent Afflicted IAF Personnel become. Some are Infantry, while others wear tattered Chemical suits. The Mutations of the Afflicted also seem to noticeably worsen.
>>1847861
>the ploraxian forces look frightened, but knowing their technological superiority, they push forward. Taking few casualties, they rush on towards the main base; it is a horrible sight, and there, a grotesque figure appears....
>>1847861
> Rumarian warrior break formation, clashing with the monsters and with excessive rage, they rip the beasts apart in brutal melee
>>1847866
>The Base itself is in sight. The once high concrete walls surrounding the area are overrun with fleshy growths, a noticable change in the Afflicted are also here, the Afflicted Personnel wear tattered science coats and security uniforms, their flesh is a mixture of gibbering mouths and shiny black eyes. Their faces rigid an a Rapturous expression, they do nothing save stand there, hands clasped together.
>In the Ruins of what once was the main building, a terrible figure can be seen, several IAF Infantry look upon it, and begin screeching and clawing their eyes out.
>>1847891
> Rumarian warriors push forward despite losses, their rage propelling them foward, they cut a sea through the mutants ranks
CHARGE!
>>1847891
> the ploraxian forces are shocked, but keep shooting and shooting at the creature.
>>1847899
>>1847900
>The creature is terrible, it's form, Insanity made manifest. It screeches and a number of IAF Infantry are sent reeling to the ground, foaming at the mouth.
>A surviving officer begins babbling about the end.
"Behold the heart of the world! Progenitor of life, father and mother, alpha and omega! Our creator... and our destroyer."
>Laughing and wailing, he empties his pistol into his stomach, and dies.
>The thing screeches, and makes to impale Allied Infantry with razor sharp Limbs.
Rolled 29, 65, 34 = 128 (3d100)
>>1847923
>Ploraxian mecha fighters, drop down from various gunships
Its time motherfucker!
>they smash their mechanical graspers together, and begin the battle.
>>1847943
>It screeches in sheer agony, but it seems only angered, though wounded.
>Quickly, a terrible spike of bone and flesh and mouths shoots out of the thing from a jagged mouth pierces one of the Mechas, Ignoring it's armor and instantly killing it's Pilot.
Rolled 74, 91, 7, 6 = 178 (4d100)
>>1847947
OOOOOH, ITS PAYBACK
>they mimic some basketball stars from the Ploraxian Basketball team in the Federation Sports Games.
I'm gonna do a Lubrii, and OH its a slam
>he fires off several missiles and burns them.
DUNK!
>>1847959
>The terrible thing wails In agony, and it's hold on reality itself seems to weaken, the world around seems to pulse and quiver like flesh.
>Screeching, the thing calls to it's side more Afflicted, all wearing rigid grins in fanatical devotion to their God.
>An IAF Infantryman charges screaming, a primed grenade in each hand, but the Thing simply points at him, and he is flayed apart instantly, flesh flying from bone, leaving a skeletons surrounded by a mound of flesh.
>>1847969
>Wailing, screaming, the Thing Begins to melt, expand, grow, and shrink and decay and morph all at one. The world around shakes and minds of all are assaulted with disturbing Eldritch truths in it's Death throes.
>The growths surrounding the area wither and die, the Anomalies weaken, though do not disappear entirely.
>It is gone. Not even a corpse remains. The Afflicted screech and begin to rot and decay, falling dead.
>Light, however faint, filters through the canopy.
>>1847984
OOOOOH, Yes
>he does that famous players signature dance
So, lets go home. Anyways, I am tired. Threat is neturalized, and federation cleanup crews are arriving. And, the federation has a lot of questions to ask you.
>>1847989
>Out of the several thousand IAF Personnel, less than several dozen remain alive and sane. Traumatized, they wander about listlessly.
>>1847994
>Rumarian forces patrol for other signs of infestation, purging anything they find
>Ovaa walks inside the Federation Assembly chamber holding a cat
Hello friends, I found this little thing wandering outside. I think it might be hurt, because it makes a weird sound when I run my appendages on it.
>>1848600
Narg:Looks like a cat!
>Garry runs away screaming at a mention of a cat
Grod:He looks smaller than back home
Narg:Maybe it's a child, ooh maybe we can tame it and have our own battle-tiger
Grod:I think it's the...house cat humans seem to like
Narg:So no battle-tigers?
Grod:No
Narg:Naaaaawwwwwwww
Grod:Anyways, I think cats like milk and fish, maybe mouse
>>1848615
A cat you say, I must admit I am not so well versed in Human pet and their customs.
Milk and fish, well I can give it a shot I guess
>Ovaa walks over to the closest food dispenser/replicator and orders a bowl of milk and a raw fish fillet. The cat meows as it sees the milk and fish
>>1848628
This creature intrigues me.
Is it psionic?
>>1848628
hurt did you say? help help help, we must help. how can I help?
>>1848781
Grod:No, cat is happy, if it meows it's happy
>The Admiral arrives to the scene of the conflict marked with scars from putting down a rebellion. The two IAF regiments he was gifted along with his bodyguards and a contingent of Imperial Marines surrounds him
Hail friends what news can you bring me? And why are so many dead here? This abomination must have been much stronger than we thought if I was to guess.
>>1849000
Narg:Heeey you're back! What dead?We are talking aout cats
>>1849005
You know the giant mutant abomination creature? Or was I just hallucinating that? Makes sense haven't slept in a good week so hell you could be a hallucination.
And what kind of cat? Cause those hairless fuckers are gross.
>>1849009
Narg:Oh those guys IAF was panicking aout, don't worry they were as real as I'am...hmm maybe I'm not real, but there's an easy way to test my existence
>Narg smacks Karl with his shamanic staff
Narg:Did you feel anything?
>>1849018
I felt pain is that the correct response? I'm too tired to remember.
>Punches Narg and smiles
There now i know for sure that you're not an illusion. But what is this business about Ovaa with a cat?
>>1849009
Are cats psionic?
The Monolith is curious how it has convinced multiple galactic leaders to pet and feed it without saying a word.
Is the federation being manipulated by psionic cats?
Answer The Monolith
The Monolith is curious
>>1849033
Narg:Yes that's a correct response, means that your reflexes work too, I think, I should ask Garry...
Grod:Anyways Ovaa found a cat, that's about it
>>1849035
They use a form of psionic domination that is still unknown to modern science.We call this phenomenon "cute" in human society and it is constantly effecting the females of our species.
>>1849155
Curious.
The Monolith shall research this "cute".
On a side note, The Monolith has made great strides in the field of psionics, and has devised that it would be feasible to build a device to tap energies from its source.
>>1849165
Garry:I-is the cat gone? Also what are psionics?
>>1849347
Narg:Good...I'll go to my room and help Garry with his project. You comin' Garry?
Garry:Yes!
>All three leave
> Rukaar enters the room eating several meat pies, he speaks trough the food
So...What I miss?
>>1849347
This cat diplomat seems to have the entire assembly in a trance.
This power can easily serve The Monolith.
Do not underestimate The Monolith, we understand all.
>>1849385
Grod:Explain this!
>Grod draws a grumpy face on an orb with a marker and runs away to his room
>>1849385
Hah "we understand all" you would be surprised how many civilizations said the same much to their folly. In fact it took you till now to discover FTL after an encounter with the greater galaxy so I think you still have much to learn.
>>1849391
>>1849380
Insanity is happening Rukaar. Insanity and cheekiness in happening here.
>>1849394
The Monolith is fairly certain that no amount of folly could end The Monolith.
You are in no position to claim we do not know all. You still claim to the weakness of flesh and infighting.
Your technology, barring your impossible FTL is underwhelming to the Monolith.
>>1849391
You marked my exterior.
>Walking in, an IAF Representative walks among the other Federation Representatives, doling out thanks.
"We are truly grateful for stopping this Incursion! With a Ninety percent Casualty rate among the IAF troops that were a part of this Operation, High Command has declared it an Overwhelming Success!"
>Making his way to the front of the room, he again turns and speaks.
"Thankfully, this Incursion was far less destructive than the other Thirty-Eight!"
>>1849395
Cute powered Psionic devices,using the power of Cats for advanced technology and the Belnarians are probably doing something that will blow us all up. So honestly things are back to normal.
>>1849415
I am immune to anything cute, petty emotions like that have been cut out of me, anything else
>>1849407
Just wait till you try making a life ending superweapon till to kill all sentient life to stop some of "Flood" plague. We have heard stories of this race and the insanity of their science and ended up killing them.
>>1849411
Hmmmm well 90% can't be too bad if you have an endless supply of troops. But wait other incursions?
>>1849427
Sure Mr.Father,surely you can't be immune to your children,even though their teeth and claws are pretty sharp...
>Garry comes in in white doctors coat and goggles, his face is visibly black from explosion
Garry;Hey guys! You ever heard about grey goo? Now imagine one who's only desire is to dance
>>1849436
>The IAF Representative turns to the Admiral, a surprised look on his face.
"What? You thought this was the only time we dealt with something like that? Why. this was only the Thirty-Ninth time!"
>He chortles and lightly slaps the Admiral on the back.
"Though, I have to admit, without Federation help we would have taken a lot more casualties!"
>>1849436
Sure I am, that way im fair
>>1849436
You forget we live in a black hole. We cannot be threatened by biological life or plagues.
Though if we were susceptible we would be slightly more selective with our super weapon then "all sentient life"
>>1849478
I never said they weren't complete fools. Just that technology can be a threat sometimes to those who use it.
>>1849436
While I'm glad to hear that why do they keep attacking?
>>1849444
>>1849491
I wish I did.
>He grabs a chair and sits down
But hey even blobs need to learn just show it some holo vids.
>>1849491
My love khanin can dance beautifully, she uses it calm me down most days
>>1849522
Um, she is sleeping, and not even I am brave enough to wake her
>>1849530
>Narg crashes through window with his jetpack, he's covered in chocolate pudding
Garry:You may not be brave enough to wake her!
Narg:But we are! Where is she sleeping right now?
>>1849522
The Monolith doubts it could be engulfed by a pudding
>>1849530
No, No, No,no, no, no, no
>>1849566
What?
>>1849604
Garry:You mentioned a ar-dance, which means you know what dancing is, which means your people know what dancing is. Go and find the dancers, fate of...uhhh...Liberty depends on it!
>>1849634
I know one, she Is asleep
>>1849634
Where is this pudding anyway?
>>1849643
>He shoves Rukaar out of the way
Do you know what let me show you fuckers how to do this. Narg look up disco in the Federation music log search up "Septemeber". And computer activate 70's program.
>A disco ball appears and so does a dance floor
>>1849679
>the Monolith would change its surface and float up high, becoming a second rotating disco ball
>>1849684
>He starts off with the Stalingrad shuffle as the music goes up.
>Jumping into a handstand and somersaulting into a Kursk Konga
>He then pulls a John Travolta pointing at the Disco Monolith and somehow growing an Afro
>He finishes spinning full speed on his head the force of the spin sucking half the room towards him as the sweet Disco fever overtakes the room
>The Boogie is back and back with a vengeance
>>1849696
ooc thread theme.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Vj092UgKwQ
>>1849696
Everyone enters the room, seeing a massive, brown blob eating everything
>Grod is sitting on a closet in process of being devoured
>>1849684
>>1849693
>After seeing this dance, blob vibrates, and explodes
>Everyone is now cowered in pudding
>Garry takes out a spoon and tastes the pudding
Garry:Hmmm...ultimate pudding test
>Takes out a notebook and writes
Garry:...limited success
>>1849742
>The Admiral collapses out of breath
Whew second time I've had to do this. I knew going to those disco clubs back in my youth was a good idea.
>>1849693
>>1849705
I̖̻̮̙̹̱̱n͍̖t̼̦͝e̶̱̗̝̘̙̗̖͟͞r̶͚̜͈͈̱e̹̝̖̜͉̹s̩̘t̢̨̻̫̻̮̖͜ͅi̤̳̕͞n̩͖̻ǵ̶̜̞̻̱̥,̻̫͜ ̫̭̬͍͢͡p̢̠̯̼̯͡é̶̠̠̭ṛ̛͇̻̰͈̱ẖ͍͚̠̠̪̥̮̮͟͞͠a̴̴̧̰͚͕͉̩p̵̞͓̺͞s̝͔̥͕ ̝͖ͅṯ̷̨̖̮̣̳͚͘ḫ̺̫̰̫̗̣̕͠i̢̼̞͕̣̗͇̻͟s̩͍̯̮̪͍̭̱̀͜ ̝͇͍̠m͚̠u̧̩͚̥͚̬̻̙̘͠s̷͓͈̮̟̫̻̤͢͜i̭͍̥͎̺̱c̷̟̱̙͢͢ ̨͎̣͈̙͔͟s̨̜̳̹̭͈̝̗͖h̗̳̪͠a̺͙l̴̸̻͢l̸͇̞͘ ̧̹͙͇̣̟͓̠̫i͍͎̣̣̱̘̫͘n̤̝͘ṣ̴̺̗͖͚̯ͅp̨̻͇̻͔͍i̗͍̘̩r̵̴͎̞͉̪̜̦̰͙͠e͕͈̟̱͓̤͘ ̛̘͓ỳ̢̜̦̞̝̪̩o͎̜̼̙͘͢͠u̱̖͖͚ ̱͕̱͔c͕̜̪̻͘͟͠o̳̙̝̼̼̖̝͈n̸̠̤̙͞t̴͓͘ì̞̬̳͞͡n̷̢̦̤̘͖͉͎̭u̗̦͕̫͎̠͕̻͢e̻̭̤ ̶̮͓͉̬ ̷̻̩͢ṯ̘͖̙͕̞̬̦o̖ ̶̧̤͍̜͉d̩̩͡e̥͓̮͙͕̮̕ḿ̫̖̩̗̙o̰̜ͅn̸̹̰̥̞̜̩̭͇s̴͚̥̣̘͘t̞̬̜͕̝̦̩̣r̨͈̟͡ḁ̛̗͉̜t͕̬͙̪e̥̫̗͕͜ ͈́d̖̮̞̦̤͇̪̞á̢̠̞̣͚n̠͖̞͙͙͖̖̝͠ç̻͕͍̩͍̯̯͠ȩ͖̦͠ ̷͔̘̝͈s̟̬̬̜͎̖̰ư̠͕͝p̡͇͙e͔̤̦̜̬͔̙̺͟͢r̴͇̻̻̬i̙͔̳̭̬̘̰͎ͅo̖͍͈r̡͔͇̝̰̥̼͓i̹̪̕t͔̜͉̦ͅy̦̺?̷͔̰̬̖̳
͓͔͍̠̣͇̜̭ẁ̧̝̦ͅe̬̙̜̳ ̺͉͝u̩̕n̵̳͔̰͇͍̱̼̣d̙̀ę̹̯̙̘̰̰͉̰͝͡r͇̺̜̗͟s̢̨͕ţ̴̗̹͕̕a̵̪͎̪̯̘n͉̫͇̬̥̙̘̼d̛̰̪̰͇̠ ̵̡͉̝͈̰i̴̠͈͙̰ͅͅt̤̺̱̻͇̠ ̧͕̙͇͙̱̪̺̯̀t̥͚̭̦̝̻̬͔̕͜ḫ̶̭̝͚͈͈e̷̼͈̣̹͚͢ͅ ͎͎̱͚̰̣̣̙ḿ̜̝̭͈͍̜͢͞u̸̷̳͓̬̘͉͈͟s̡̘̪͎i͚̥͖̰̙͕c̨̣̻͎̻ ̝̥̰͓o͚͉͕͇͍̪͢f̮̺͎͙̠ ̷̧̺͍y̷̬͖͓͇̱͖͍͡ͅo̠̮̗̗̹͘̕͝u̢̠̰̮̥̺̠͖ŗ̡͔̜̙̦͚͠ ͚̱a̴͓̠̖̯n̝̫̫͚̟͔̜c̨͍̟̤̩̩͙͉̗̝e̸̞̯̕͡s̹ͅt̟̜͢͞͝o̷̯̯̫̱̬̜͞r̟̤̀͞s̺̙͚̼͓͖̖͉̀
>unit twelve singles and several of his drone entourage begin to play a the Violin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4J0MKsG_is
>>1849784
Are you entirely certain that you do not need a new translator?
>>1849790
y̼͚̰̙̕e̮̜͕͕͈̦s͈ͅ
>>1849792
The Monolith is unconvinced
>>1849806
w̨͞ȩ̸ ̨d́on͡'͞͝t ̧͘ḉa̧ŗe
>>1849812
The Monolith can tell.
>A large biomass that would somewhat resemble a ship, would latch itself onto a docking port on Liberty Prime. Large tenticles and octopus-like suction cups would attach themselves onto the port.
>It would almost appear like the ship is merging onto Liberty Prime
>From the giant bio-mass would enter Krach'zog, ambassaor of the Formacide Titanicus
>The 8ft tall Ant-like creature would stand tall on Liberty Prime, his mandibles dripping with acidic residue
>He would speak to the Ambassadors currently on Liberty Prime, via telepathy
Greetings, fellow representatives. Allow me to introduce myself. I, am Krach'zog, Ambassador of the what would be formalized in latin as "Formacidae Titanicus". I am pleased to make your acquaintance.
>>1850597
>The Admiral marches to greet the being surrounded by a guard of Imperial Marines and IAF infantry
Welcome to the Federation. I am glad to see another friendly species in the galaxy we have been hit with so much war recently.
>>1851426
Warm salutations to you, Admiral
>A quick clicking sound could be heard from Krach'zog, his eyes seeming to zone in on you, analyzing every feature of your face and body
>It would appear now that the many worker Formacidae would begin analyzing you as well, almost as if it is logging this information
I assume, you are representing the IAF?
>>1850597
Greetings Ambassador, I am Ovaa-Kezhada the elected speaker for my people the Noo and for my Empire, the Noo Liberty Union
>>1851750and I forgot to include my name
>>1851750
Ah, a fungaloid. My race brings warm blessings to yours, great Ovaa-Kezhada.
>>1851818
I hope that our people will find many common grounds to stand on, and welcome to the Federation Ambassador.
>Says Ovaa as he reaches one of his appendages out to the Ambassador
>>1850597
>A green, short goblin in a black hood comes to greet the amassador
Narg:Hey, I'm Narg of the Belaniran Confederacy, and these are my fellow representetives
>He points at an orc
Narg:This is Grod
Grod:Hi
Narg:And this is Garry
>He points at a goblin in a lab-coat
>>1850597
The Monolith endures
>>1851920
>The Ambassador would shake his hand firmly, his many hairs on his appendage sticking to his hand, like they are feeling his life functions
>>1852010
Ah, it is good to see such a diverse cast of races here. I am pleased to meet you all. You should meet my... associates
>A few dozen 7ft long ants would form a circle around Krach'zog, almost as a protective shield
>>1852068
Narg:Neat...
>Throws pie
>>1852070
>The Ants would catch the pie, consuming it
Thank you for such a kind "savoury" meal
>>1850597
g̀r͝e̴̛e͟t̛͢ing̵s ̨͠ ̀͞I̛ ͜a͡m̵͢ ̶̡́uń̡̀i̧t̨̕͘ ̸͞t̷͠we̵l̕v̧e o͘f̴̕ ̶t̡́h̢́e̢ ̶Ṕ̧̛re̸t́͘h̵͘r͢o̷̧y̷n ̵̨C̵̡͘ǫ̷̛nc̡l̕͢av͠e͜͝ ̧
>>1852078
By the way, The Monolith heard a strange message after the cook off. Do you know what it was?
It seemed to be one of your units.
>>1852083
Narg:Yeah I remember it, it was unit 12
>>1852078
Greetings, unit twelve. The Formacidae Collective wishes your government the most warm of salutations.
>>1852090
Now that greetings are out of the way we can begin gathering some information on your race. What is your reason for being here in front of the Federation Ambassador?
>>1852095
We are here to make out presence known, and to provide military, economic and diplomatic co-operation between nations willing to co-operate.
>>1852071
Narg:Sure thing...I hope it's not toxic
>>1852099
It does not matter what it is made from. The Formacidae Titanicus adapt to anything.
>>1852097
Who the hell are you?
>>1852101
>Noticing the mans more aggressive stance, the ants around me would begin to form a defensive stance in front of me
We are the Formacidae Collective... and you are...?
>>1852103
Strange, very strange.
Lifeform, identify.
>>1852103
Don't talk to me in dat tone boy,I am the Lord of the Rumarian Empire, and I will not tolerate some upstart's hostility
>>1852110
We are no upstart. You insult us with your ignorance
>>1852113
You call me ignorant? Do you know who your insulting, I control three galaxies, I have uncountable armies, rethink ya statments to me.
>>1852118
Grod:Hang on
>Grod erases his frowny face and replaces it with >:)
>>1852116
He seems to be speechless
>>1852115
Rukaar what did I tell you about threatening new races? You can't threaten people with uncountable armies just because they're here.
>Points to number 3 on the Rules for Rukaar poster
>>1852161
Its a good enough reason
>>1852165
>He points to the attached text below it that says:No Rukaar it isn't a good enough reason
>>1852168
> Rukaar points to the writing in sharpie underneath that statement"yes it is karl, you cant tell me what to do"
>>1852168
Narg:Wait, there are rules?
>>1852115
>The Formacidae would look closer into the man's mind, speaking to him and to him only telepathially
Our race has consumed thousands of galaxies. This one is next.
>Several IAF Representatives would be standing about, some giving glances toward the new arrival.
>>1852185
Well for Rukaar at least.
>>1852374
Garry:Neat! I think Hood wanted to make one for us...
Narg:Why though, we are very safe!
>>1852397
>as though hearing the thoughts of destruction, Brother hood enters the room.
whats this about rules and my name?
>>1852531
Narg:Rules? We were talking about Rukaars rules.
I have returned and I see not much has gone on since I last returned. But I have heard of a large outbreak of spirituality in Ploraxian space. I wonder what our friend Inkito will think of that.
>The Admiral smiles
>>1852844
>An IAF Personnel dressed in Chaplain's Vestments and holding a Bible sweats slightly.
"Yes, one would wonder how that might have happened..."
>>1852974
It is alright friend. Though he takes offense to the Faith I hope that Inkito and the Ploraxians will be able to accept that some do not. Well I hope so that fedora wearing crazy can get on my nerves sometimes.
>All Through IAF territory, there are whispers of armament. High Command has been diverting Hundreds of Divisions worth of manpower through.
>The Local Militia has been buffering it's numbers and fortifications are being constructed and reinforced.
>The IAF is preparing, for what, exactly, is unknown.
>>1853090
Well, thats not good
>>1853095
Well at least they are prepared that is good Rukaar. But I think it is high time we take the fight to the enemy as allies of the IAF let us take a force to the other side.
>>1853958
I will get a hold of five swarm command fleets. They will provide aid at once.
>>1854726
sorry who are you?
>the Noo shaped mass drops from the ceiling
I don't think we have met before, I'm Brother-Hood
>>1854731
I am the ambassador of the Formadicae Collective. I am pleased to meet you
>>1854735
who are the formadice? are you gamblers? do you need help? I like helping should we help with helping?
>it seems he has had a caffeine rather than a coffee this morning.
>>1854739
For-ma-ci-dae. And if it isn't apparent by my figure, we are a race called the Formacidae Titanicus, or what humans call, "Big Ants"
>>1854743
then whats your name in your language? I like learning new dialects, and the translators only do so much so I try to learn them without its help
>>1854745
I am only given a name for the sake of this ambassadorial position. No formacidae have names, only titles.
>>1854747
I asked about the name of your species in your own tounge....err own mandibles. for example, the creatures here call my kind the symbiotes but at home on Gia we are the gairinaiths with slight variation depending upon the clan or tribe
>>1854749
You right now are not hearing a material voice. You are hearing a telepathic communication. This is why you understand what I am saying to you.
>>1854754
hmm, so even if you were to speak in your native language, it would not make any difference.
very intresting, I do believe that you would find a good talk with the dominion, they like you have a mastery over this strange power
>>1854757
We in fact do not have a language. We communicate to each other via our antennae.
>>1854754
Why do you remain silent new arrival?
Speak.
>A wheelcart filled with...god knows what bursts out of door
Narg:Hello! What did we miss?
>>1855101
...
>>1855720
Can you not talk boy?
>Inkito walks in the room
Greetings, all... We are here to discuss the arms deal between the IAF and the Ploraxians.
>>1855799
Some insectoid creatures, says he is gonna take over the galaxy, the norm
>As news has it, IAF Preachers have been causing unrest thought the Federation, their inflammatory views on Civil and Political Rights for Citizens have been causing a great stir among the less Democratic member Races of the Federation.
>>1855800
What Arms deal?
>>1855763
>Through telepathy, the way I have been communicating before, I'd talk to you
Not physically
>>1855839
For the IAF, we, along with the UE and Dabulans, have taken an interest in them. We wish to upgrade and improve the state of their army.
>>1855831
>Several IAF Representatives step forth.
"So be it, what are your terms, Representative Inkito?"
>>1855839
Apparently inkito is giving the clones guns
>>1855842
You do realize you cant take over this galaxy right?
>>1855848
>he hands the terms
A brief overview: We will give you total small arms, artillery AT weapons, and tanks valued at 50 Billion SFC. In exchange for access of 20% of mining profits for all powers involved and also 20 regiments split between the four powers, with
>>1855862
>Whispering to themselves, the IAF Representatives turn to Inkito and say;
"We wish to amend the number of Provided IAF Regiments to a total of One-Hundred. Is that Acceptable?"
>>1855872
One-hundred! Then, it is a deal! We are also sending in trainers occasionally. We also wish to conduct training exercises with all our troops.
>>1855878
>The IAF Representatives whisper among themselves again, after coming to a decision, they say;
"So be it, Representative Inkito. Also, please let us know when the Training Exercises take place."
>>1855878
Inkito If I may ask whats the reason for this deal?
>>1855890
It will take place in about three weeks, near the Aurora-Ghuogu sectors.
>>1855897
These IAF have potential, and could be one of the most elite fighting forces in the Federation, think of it; an army of liberty.
>>1855898
>The Representatives look grim. They are taking this seriously.
"So be it. The IAF's troops will be ready. Will yours, Representative Inkito?"
>His tone is almost challenging.
>>1855907
Hm...Tell me how the Training Exercise goes I may have some tasks they'd do well at.
>>1855913
Yes, yes we will. You have my word of honour on all the species of the Imperial Ploraxian Realms. And of the other federation members
>>1855927
>The IAF Representatives nod among themselves.
"Then so be it. We will recall some of our Veteran Regiments to take part."
>>1855938
Yes, now, the first arms shipments should start now, yes. Also, I have read a document, the suicide rates among your troops... are alarming. We would like to do something about this.
>>1855950
>One of the IAF Representatives sighs and says;
"That is usually due to the alarmingly high numbers of encounters with Eldritch or otherwise incomprehensible foes. Their otherworldly and indecipherable states of being often send the men into gibbering fits of insanity."
>>1855966
Really? Our ploraxian soldiers can take psychological duress, from training. We would like to give this towards your men, if you may.
>>1855974
>The Representatives are dismissive.
"We have the reserve necessary to replace the casualties, no need."
>>1855974
They are very easy to deal with if you use fear tactics though...
>>1855990
Says the Rumar... I remember during the war, we wouldn't even go into melee. We would hold down a point, use some hit and run tactics, obliterate the rumar using artillery, and then charge with armour and heavy infantry.
>>1855999
And yet you still lost the war...both of them
>>1856003
>he chuckles
Only because it was uneconomical. 9.5/10 times we would win. We had bigger threats
>With time, many IAF Personnel feverishly count down the days to the Training Exercise, excited to show their determination in battle.
>As things began to fall silent, hundreds of colossal biological hive ships could be sited from the place we are on. These ships would be titanic, with many appendages, and what seems to be a bio-engine pushing them from the back.
>These titanic ships would be armed with equally powerful bio-cannons, with the ability to launch extremely acidic payloads towards the enemy
>Following these ships would be smaller, transport fleets, containing potentially billions of Formacidae Titanicum
>>1856073
It seem's the aid fleet has arrived. We will aid you in battle.
>>1856161
>The IAF Representatives mumble among themselves, eyebrows raised.
"We will accept the help. It will be quite the learning experience for the both of our Factions."
>>1856189
I hope this will bring our vast empires closer together
>>1856200
>>1856189
>The Admiral joins the Formidicae fleet above a Ploraxian world
>The entirety of the UE 22nd Fleet lies before them with a massive Hell's Arrow class Titan warship as the flagship,it's Doomsday weapon primed for war.
>The remainder of the fleet in loose formation around it. Over a thousand warships and thousands of well trained crew making up the UE contingent.
Perhaps we can all learn something from this,especially the enemy, maybe now they'll learn to fear us.
>>1855897
The Monolith has been informed that your empire possesses knowledge of psionics.
>>1857548
Garry:Hey...ummm...how do I call you? Anyways, tell me, what are psionics? Maybe we have them...
>>1857644
I am The Monolith. As are all Monolithics.
Psionics are the augmentation and warping of reality through unscientific means. Do you have such abilities?
>>1857656
Garry:Okay Mono...what like magic?
>>1857660
Magic?
Elaborate.
>>1857667
Garry:Well if shamans, like Narg, do certain rituals or eat certain mushrooms/drink certain brews, they can do magic,like summoning fireballs, opening window to the spirit realm, sometimes teleport and so on...do you need demonstration?
>>1857675
The Monolith would appreciate a demonstration
>>1857684
Garry:Okay...NARG, SHOW MONOLITH SOME MAGIC
Narg:*from across the room*HOW!?
Garry:DUNNO, CAST A FIREBALL OR SOMETHING!
Narg:OKAY!
>Narg takes out a staff and eats a green mushroom
>Nargs eyelids expands
>Narg says something gibberish and trows a green fireball out of his staff
>Fireball is throws at a fountain
>There's so more fountain
>>1857690
The Monolith is intrigued.
This does seem similar.
This is also the second time the Monolith has witnessed you destroying property that is not yours.
>>1857696
Garry:Eeeehhhh, we did the same at home, and trust me number is much higher. So anyways how can we help with psionics? Narg has a book of rituals if you want
>>1857702
Yes. This knowledge could serve The Monolith well
>>1857888
Garry:Okay
>Garry and Narg leave for a few minutes
>Two of them come back with a book
>It is filled with a bunch of recipes, rituals and drawings, lots and lots of drawings, of a talanted five year old quality, instructions often don't mention actual names of the ingredients, referring to them as: "That blue moss in the glittery caves", "Those green mushrooms that make you feel funny", Those green mushrooms that make you feel funny, but they also glow in the dark" etc.etc
>>1857971
>the diplomat would scan this before releasing a spherical drone with the collected information.
>the much smaller sphere would zoom off towards the galactic core
Whilst The Monolith cannot pretend to u detest and this, it thanks you none the less
>>1858076
Would you like to tour my flagship Monolith? I know you are highly interested in psionics and it's psionic weaponry and defenses might interest you highly. They call the ship Hell's Arrow.
>He brings up a holographic image displaying the ship and it's massive doomsday weapon
I can't begin to guess why.
>>1858619
How large is this flagship?
>>1858645
Hmmmm in length it is about 18km long and is one of the largest ships in the fleet. Mainly because of the vast powerplant needed to power such a weapon and it's defenses.
>Has two super heavy powered armor Sons of Mars join them as they board a shuttle to the ship. The two men there just because nothing else will stop Rukaar from touching everything.
>>1858679
Hmm, decent ship this is, you haven't seen mine have you? It's deployed in the Tefetii sector, tell me more about the weapon
>>1858718
And what ship would that be Rukaar? And the focusing crystal of the Hell's Arrow is a psionic crystal recovered from the Hell World of Aphrodite. It was the last of the rebellious worlds that tried to fight off UE rule and they killed themselves and our troops rather than surrender. All that pain and death was joined to the crystals and combined with the ten fusion reactors of this Titan class ship they give quite the punch.
>He brings Rukaar to a shielded room where they can view the crystal in safety. The radiation from the nuclear war it was birthed in still present and still deadly.
>>1858766
My ship? But yes your ship is formidable, may be something my researchers to study
>>1858777
Yes tell me of your ship.
And since we are here do you know any pirate bases in the area? I say we should demonstrate the weapon's power.
>He leads Rukaar to the Nav as the ship prepares for warp.
>>1858791
Ah well my ship, the God's Bane, is 32km long, boasting highly advanced weapons platforms and is powered by a dwarf star's core, as for the pirates I know of some Gul-Burjki that have escaped my territory and are hiding here, be careful if this band has a Pyramid cruiser, well lets just say the give my army problems
>Rumors abound of the IAF viciously cracking down on the Criminal Elements thought Federation space.
>Tens of Thousands of Murderers, Pirates, Smugglers, and more are being hunted down, rounded up, and forcefully conscripted into the IAF's Penal Legions.
>Meanwhile, the IAF have begun constructing stations for research, Storage, and more on several barren, and near-inhospitable planets, from Ice covered wastes, to scorching deserts.
>>1858810
>The ship arrives at the edge of the system.
Without the support fleet the ship is basically just a really big,very slow target. With only it's shields and secondary weapons protecting it. Which while dreadnought strength are still not that good but we have an ace in our sleeve.
>The massive ship turns slowly aiming it's spinal mounted doomsday cannon towards the cluster of ships and station in the system.
>It fires aiming straight for the Pyramid it's beam taking a few seconds to reach it's target.
>The pirate fleet becomes a new star for a second. A massive explosion going out an AU.
>>1858817
I wonder what our new visitors are planning. Rukaar should we go investigate these bases?
>Across dozens of worlds, a long dormant comm signal flares to life, as small rips in reality form over them, beacons dipping back and forth between it. Across just as many, legions of passive mechanical beasts look up as one.
"Well, that sucked. Hello folks. We are back on the air. I see the galaxy hasn't imploded yet. This is comforting to say the least. To anyone new receiving this, hello from the Iron Blooms. We look forward to future business. To anyone who remembers us, sorry for the disruption in services, we had a slight collapse of social order. Things are much better now. Mostly. I'll spare you the details."
>>1858917
>Outdated comms buzz to life, a rush of static comes.
>Then an automated message.
Greetings! The IAF is proud to be able to meet and engage with [DIPLOMACY]. If you wish to engage in said [DIPLOMACY], please send a Representative to the following coordinates, and a [HIGH COMMAND REPRESENTATIVE] will meet with you as soon as is possible!
SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS
-IAF High Command
>>1858917
Silver!!!
>The Admiral and all the UE personnel cheer and pump fists over the Vox at the return of their ally
What has happened my friend? We thought you were one of the Lost...
>>1858972
We woke something up in our rift space, and it was very, very angry about it. It devoured all comm relays and any vessel that entered FTL. Without a means to warn ships, our fleet was devoured, countless Roots consumed by the entity. We were isolated from one another, only ships close enough to communicate at light speed surviving. Due to the massive lose of resources, we somewhat imploded in civil unrest. Several valleys burned for it.
After a bit of trial and error, we discovered the cause, and found a remedy. We pushed Ruby Fruit into Rift space. We suspect whatever the thing was choked on the exotic matter, because every thorn we sent through after has come out just fine.
>>1858951
An ambassador Root has been dispatched to these coordinates. If a suitable astrological body could be provided for them to establish a trade and fabrication outpost, that would help hasten all potential business and support endeavors.
>>1859040
Greetings! A portion of unneeded land is Available on [SERVLOCH], please proceed to the provided coordinates to appraise the real estate.
>>1859040
Hell Silver I wish I could have helped. Can I be permitted to send some relief ships carrying minerals and other raw materials to your fabrication facilities?
And hmmm do you need to be caught up in galactic affairs?
>>1859072
Excellent. It doesn't need to be pretty. Mineral extraction and power generation operations are best left to unslightly areas. Useful as a tourist attraction for areas in dire need of it. We found many species found the idea of a metal forest to be quite novel and worth vacationing at.
>>1859077
Any minerals would be greatly appreciated. Rare earth more so, as we are constructing as many Root systems as possible to replenish our diminished labor force. A meter cubed worth of circuitry takes a lot of material we are in short supply of.
>>1859099
We will honor our pact with you Silver.
>A fleet of United Empire merchant ships and freighters are assembled to help aid Silver's people
And sadly our friend Carter has disappeared back into the Wastes so things have been very... tense around here. The Ploraxians and my people even went to war.
>>1859099
>On the Planet of Servloch, a single IAF Representative plants a Beacon into the middle of a massive, empty field. Nothing but green plains all about.
>Slowly, he makes his way back to the rugged truck that had brought him this far, aiming to wait for the arrival of the Iron Bloom Representative.
>>1859120
I am glad to see the friendship between our people still holds strong, and I can only hope we shall recover swiftly enough to return the aid.
It is lamentable that Carter has left us. They were a good sapience. It also saddens me I wasn't able to try and help prevent hostilities.
>>1859132
>The ambassador would arrive as a massive flying brick of a ship, easily the size of an average arcology. It roared through the atmosphere. Dozens of scales fell off it, before flying off into the air.
>Several of the scales flew down to the Representative, revealing themselves as gigantic hawk like machines.
"We will be landing shortly, please stand by while we move you to a safe distance from the impact. It tends to be very violent, but makes it far easier to extract minerals for initial construction. Also, I am Uranium Bulb, your Iron Bloom ambassador."
>With that, two of the hawks lifted the truck, and flew it carefully a few kilometers away, as the ship turned downward and began to freefall into the field. The upheaval of earth was quite spectacular at impact.
>>1859177
>The IAF Representative would be recording the Impact with obvious Interest using an ancient camcorder.
>He would turn to the Iron Bloom ambassador and speak;
"The IAF is grateful to begin a peaceful relationship with the Iron Bloom. It is hoped that it will be beneficial for both sides."
>>1859177
The war was swift and relatively bloodless and the Ploraxians soon sued for peace so not many lives were lost Silver. Do not worry.
>>1859189
"As do we. I am sure there is a great deal of exchange we can take part in. Just let us know what you need, and I'm sure we can find something to trade for it. Should you require assistance, I am quite happy to provide the full breadth of our services at discount prices. Do you have any preference in your liaison unit? This thorn is far too bulky for regular use."
>The ship had begun to unfurl it's exterior walls, like a giant flower blooming. Massive solar arrays began to spread out like the branches of a tree from a central base.
>>1859190
Still, conflict between friends is never good. Sours relations between the species, even if the leaders bury the hatchet. At least it was just a minor conflict.
>>1859216
Relations should be improved now after he realized our mettle in combat. Now he knows we are no newcomer to be bullied and spat on but a fellow empire to be respected. Honestly since then relations have been at an all time high.I've only thought about strangling them a hundred times this month which is down from 10,000 so there is a lot of improvement
>>1859216
>Several dozen IAF Personnel would arrive in old pickup trucks and jeeps, watching, they would begin taking pictures and recordings of the unique construction process.
>The IAF Representative would take a slow drink of water, before speaking.
"There have been requests. What would contracting your services entail? As for the appearance of your Liaison, that may be left to you."
>>1859237
I can understand the sentiment in that. Every culture has their quirks. Sometimes a proper display of skill is required to put tensions at ease. I do look forward to speaking with them again.
>>1859238
"Mostly freedom to exploit resources as needed to provide the service, and allowed to keep any remaining mineral wealth for our own uses. If we happen on a vein of precious metal while building construction units, its our's to keep and use. We also readily accept electric power as a medium of exchange. Also, I'm have the ability to forgo any payment requirements, if I feel the goodwill between our people would be more profitable in the long term, than trying to exploit you at times of weakness. The dead can't buy groceries, after all. As for my leaf, I'll take a moment to examine your local fauna, and build something culturally favorable."
>From the unfurling building, a steady stream of machines poured out, and began construction of their ecosystem. Swarms of glittering mechanical beetles flew about the area, some landing on the IAF personnel and curiously examining them.
"I do love first contact."
>>1859284
>The IAF Personnel about quietly stay still as the beetles fly about, focusing mostly on the building as it twists and flows in it's assembly.
>The IAF Representative responds.
"We are willing to let you mine the raw materiel as needed, but it is best that... restraint be exercised. As there is a sizable Civilian population here. High Command wishes to maintain a high Quality of Life for them."
>>1859332
"We assure you, Iron Bloom prides itself on minimal biosphere impact through our operations. We understand the importance of a healthy world. We can easily make up for slower refining speeds by simply building more refiners. But we will ensure to keep leaves away from civil sectors as much as possible."
>>1859445
>The Representative nods.
"That will be much appreciated. Thank you."
>>1859445
Huh, So Silver Frond still lives
>meanwhile, over the world of Rama IX, in UE territory, in the region of Aurora Veldt.
Well then, companions. I believe this is where we test armour! Hope we all are rested!
>>1859980
>he is outside of the compartment of the Monorail, and his friends are there
Well well! Yes, the Ploraxian armour should be here soon
>there are several HY-906 VTOL transport craft, landing in the base, and there are TX-14, TX-25, TX-35, and TX-25 tanks.
>>1859989
>A large portal screams it's way into existence as it opens, as if causing reality itself agony.
>About Ten-thousand IAF Troops make their way through, once they are all there, the Portal collapses with a shriek.
>A small group of IAF Representatives, lugging recording and photographic equipment, walk up to Inkito.
"We are here, Representative Inkito, now, what will be the simulated situation for this exercise? Who will be attacking or defending?"
>Among the Armored IAF Forces are a large number of outdated T-34's, StuG IV's, and a smattering of Cold War era tanks, such as T-56's.
>>1860015
The Monolith disapproves of your blatant disregard for dimensional synchronicity
>>1860015
We are to simply demonstrate our armour capabilities by shelling and attacking a """"""city"""""", which will probably be this old, abandoned town during this planets "Zurium Rush".
>he stares at them
enjoying the arms deal?
>>1860015
>Narg peaks out of a nearest garbage can
Narg:W-what's going on?Are we at war?
>>1860018
>The Representatives nod among themselves.
"The Arms Deal has greatly expanded the combat survival of many IAF troops. Thank you. The IAF's Armored Divisions will take part in this as well. You may begin when you are ready, we will let you take the lead."
>The IAF's Armored Forces begin getting into position, Practice Rounds are loaded, and a number of Infantry lounge on the Tanks themselves, waiting to show their capabilities in Urban Combat. Last minute maintenance checks are made.
>>1860028
Yes, yes, we are waiting for others to arrive. Anyways, these weapons are really powerful
>he sees an old Willy MB, and asks to shoot it
This is how powerful they are
>he fires off several bursts of plasma from the YPG-50, and the jeep bursts into flames
This is why you need an upgrade.
>>1860029
>Some Representatives grumble, but most simply shrug.
"We have many more to replace them. Many more."
>It's clear by his tone that he isn't just referring to the Jeeps.
>>1860032
Oh, well, us ploraxians have finite manpower, so we cannot be wasteful. Anyways, check out the new TX-14!
>>1860032
Garry:Wait are all clones or just the same guy from different dimensions?
>>1860035
yes, they are clones
>>1860034
>The Representative stare at it silently. Several snap pictures. After a moment, they seem to shrug and make sounds of general agreement, though what they are agreeing on is uncertain.
>>1860036
Garry:Oooh neat...where are we?
>>1860038
Well then, here is the dataslate
>he hands it
Overall, it is better than anything you field.
>>1860046
>A regiment of Empire armor disperses from their transports made up of Rommel and Patton MBTs
>The twin railguns of the Rommels and the heavy gauss cannons of the Pattons shelling the city with ease
Hello there Field Marshal I am glad to take part in the exercise.
>>1860052
>Narg runs out of one of the tanks, he's carrying sereval...pieces of metal
Narg:Hey what's going on? Seriously?
>>1860052
Why have you come bearing primitive and inefficient transports?
>>1860054
>A few of the other tank crews pop their heads up in confusion. Wondering 1. How did they get in there? And 2. How do they shoot so well?
>An Imperial armored officer by the name of Major Meatz joins them
"Ummm well I don't know 'bout you lads but we're just conducting a joint exercise with these 'Laxian mates. If only we 'ad some more exciting targets..."
>He eyes up the empty Ploraxian transports as the crew leave them to get some fresh air
>>1860061
"And who the 'ell are you?"
>Blows a big gout of smoke into the Cube as the tanker sizes him or her or IT up
>Yeah It's the way to describe it
>>1860064
Narg:Aaaahhhhh
>Meanwhile a ploraxian TX-35 tank comes out of nowhere
Grod:*calls over radio*umm hello? I don't know how to operate this...
>He crashes into the transport
>Grod runs out with lots of gear
>Tank catches on fire
>>1860075
"Give 'em a volley lads"
>The fellow UE tankers give affirmatives in several different languages.
"Just don't hit the burning one we don't wanna make a mess."
>The Ploraxian tank is surrounded in explosions as the UE tankers open fire. The transports explosion and shells flying all through the air
>It is beautiful chaos
>>1860097
This does not surprise The Monolith
>>1860091
"'Ey that's only because we aren't aiming for that one. And who needs to hover when you can crush?"
>On the sensors he spots a simulated car in the city 5 miles away
"Observe Mr.Pointy"
>He gives his crew quick orders and the turret turns quickly
>The barrels elevate and the main cannon charges- and then fires and the assembled group can hear a small explosion from a distance
>>1860097
"It's up to you lot. I don't mind"
>>1860106
Grod:Okay...
>Grod leaves
>Few minutes later he comes back
Grod:I call it flamy
>The IAF's Armored Elements begin charging toward the simulated city, intending to get close and personal, Infantry riding on their backs.
>The Veterans Crews know their way around their own Tanks, as they navigate through the rubble and dust chocked streets with ease.
>The Infantry work closely alongside the Tankers, serving as scouts and screens among the winding roads.
>>1860112
"Ughh walkers."
>The tanker sneers but sticks his head up and nods In the direction of the last Ploraxian transport
>The crew tries getting it off the ground but they flee when they see what's coming towards them
"Let's see what you got"
>>1860106
The atoms that previously made up that car are still present in the universe.
This level of destruction is unimpressive
>>1860130
Grod:Okay...
>"Flamy's" flamthrower fire at a nearby grocery store
>Much of it has melted
>Rockets fly out of the back and hit nearby skyscraper
Grod:Sorry! Pressed wrong button!...wait what does this one do?
>"Flamy" drops sereval smoke bombs rendering the whole street in smoke
Grod:Sorry again!
>>1860140
>The tanker in frustration moves his tank back and forth gently poking the Monolith ambassador with a heavily armored combat vehicle.
>>1860143
>the field marshal is shocked
WHAT ARE YOU DOING! RRRRGHHH! YOU HAVE DESTROYED MILLIONS WORTH OF PLORAXIAN PROPERTY!
>>1860160
Grod:Whoops, sorry!
>Flamy drops more smoke bombs
>When the smoke is cleared Flamy is gone
>There is a cake left on the ground with words "Sorry :(" written on it
>>1860148
Is this some form of greeting?
>>1860173
>Garry and Narg pop out of a nearest trash can
Narg:What's that?
>>1860143
>The UE tank commander tired of being a cheeky bastard forms up his armor. Calling down a mechanized infantry regiment down from orbit to aid his forces in taking the city
"I want the city's auto defenses up to Level 28. I want it to be hell in here."
>The regiment's SPAs open fire with laser guided rounds the fins on the shells guiding them into old UE tanks and oblsolescent vehicles
>The charge of the UE tankers comes second with the tanks rapidly overwhelming the city's outer defenses pausing to allow the infantry in their IFV's to roll up.
>The Infantry swarming into high rises with flamers and grenades and soon a swathe of the city is in UE control.
>But more mechanized defenders emerge to threaten all of the allied armies
>Quite a few IAF Troops and Tankers are still in reserve, lounging about until they are called.
>Infantry occupy themselves with books and games, while the Tankers joke about and maintain their Vehicles.
>>1860173
"Hah well ya big bastard it is my pleasure to inform you the invasion is already under way."
>His smile is massive
"Major Meatz by the way pleased to meet you."
>>1860202
"'Ey you lot gonna fight?"
>The tanker hears over the Vox that a lot of the IAF forces are in reserves. And is extremely suspicious of anyone who doesn't wanna fight
"You're missing out"
>He tanks a second to line up a shot with a drone controlled M1 Abrams blowing the centuries old tank to scrap
>A M331 Patton class MBT of the UE 145th Armor
>Armed with a 130mm heavy gauss cannon,a Lance anti-tank missile launcher and usually a 20mm coaxial cannon the Patton MBT was introduced into UE service in 2221 and due to numerous upgrades is still a major part of Empire armored strength a hundred years after first debuting on the front lines.
>With a high top speed,decent armor and a heavy anti tank armament it is a deadly foe and still a favorite among UE tankers.
>>1860226
>Looking up, the Commandant Grunts. He calls over a radioman, and begins sending out orders.
>Commanding from atop his modified 'King' Tiger tank, the Commandant rallies the Reserve Armored elements and begins a cautious advance on the city.
>IAF T-34's and StuG IV's begin clashing with the Automated Enemy, many Tankers get as close as possible, some even ram themselves into the enemy tanks to stun them and make them both vulnerable to fire.
>>1860226
Narg:Hey Meatz! What do we do? Do we call some of our guys who want to fight?Or do we present vehicles?
>>1860274
"Now that's more like it."
>He leads an advance squadron of Rommel tanks into the IAF portion of the city.
>They flank the automated armor shattering them with flanking shots and coming from behind to hit the rear armored of the ones stunned by the IAF charge.
>A few tanks on the Federation side burn but it is well worth it for the ground they've gained
>The Major peaks his head up out of the turret giving the IAF commander a thumbs up
"I like your style lad!!"
>>1860278
"Send in everything you got.Just make sure when you're raising hell it isn't on our forces."
>He thinks for a second
"And if you can hack the computer do it. I want a challenge to beat."
>>1860288
>the Monolith would be silently judging these wasteful organics
>>1860295
Grod:What's hacking?
Garry:Ooooh, I have one and I want to experiment on it!
>Garry let's in a virus into Ploraxian computer
>Few ploraxian electronic devices now try to destroy everything that's alive
>They are all chanting "DEATH-TO-ORGANICS"
>suddenly, after fixing the computers, ploraxian armour charges ahead
>they are plowing through, meeting up with the UE troops
>they charge.
>>1860318
>Many of the IAF Armored Elements charge forward, Infantry on their backs.
>While the Tankers slug it out with the enemy, the Infantry riding on them toss about AT Grenades and fire with large-caliber Anti-Tank Rifles.
>>1860325
"Do it ya gits. Ummm I mean call in all of your forces respected ally."
>He focuses on the task ahead smiling as he looks at a burning TX-35,wondering where he'll get the paint for a kill marker that large
>>1860332
"Hey Commandant we got the majority of their armor pinned down are you ready to take the citadel? Tell your boys to be careful these 'bots love digging trenches."
>He calls in an airstrike,bombs shattering apartment buildings and robot parts raining down all over the Federation troops
>>1860350
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4a2n5FlPpo
>IAF Infantry and Tanks charge as one in a massive wave as their total forces are brought to bear in a final assault.
>Infantry charge forth, heedless of enemy fire, and hurl Grenades and Satchel Charges at the Robotic Opponent's positions.
>Tanks draw the heavier fire, allowing the Infantry to advance, the Commandant screams orders as his King Tiger trades volleys with several enemy tanks at once, his Veteran Crew's high performance allowing for daring maneuvers.
>>1860363
>Finally in the center of combat Meatz and his tankers are like the instruments of an angry God
>As the IAF charge the UE charge with them the automated armor exploding as volleys of railgun and gauss fire cover the advance
>Patton missile salvos take out bunkers burrowing through concrete and steel as the screaming humans of the UE and IAF show the enemy the power of Man
>>1860363
>A cruiser leaves the wormhole...and crashes right at the centre of the city
>Thousands of orcs and goblin charge out and attack the mad ploraxian machines
>>1860376
>whilst the organics were fighting something, The Monolith would be building... something around the Supermassive black hole they had recently renamed "Throne".
>>1860632
>suddenly a massive Ploraxian artillery bombardment destroys the last
>and by vox, orders are recieved for everyone with level 15 clearance into the bridge of the FNS-Devastator, with a federation fleet commanded by Grand Admiral Louis Mutobo
>>1860637
>the Monolith would wander the devastator, either not knowing or not caring about the need for clearance
>>1860637
>The Admiral voxes in angrily from his flagship
What the hell was that?!!!
>He boards the Federation vessel just so he can go up to the Grand Admiral and yell
WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT!!
There could be uncountable friendly casualties from that bombardment now I demand to know why I was summoned here and why would anyone launch an artillery attack on our own forces?
>>1860675
Are you sure you did not do it?
You biological types all look the same to The Monolith.
>>1860675
>>1860637
>A number of IAF Representatives, covered in dirt and blood and lugging half-broken recording equipment come forth as well.
>They don't look happy
"We must also agree with the Admiral."
>Several of them pause to cough and wipe dirt off themselves.
"The combat exercise was nearly at a close when the bombardment wiped out much of our forces. The Commandant of the 33rd was badly wounded as well. Unless a solid explanation can be given, High Command will likely take drastic measures."
.
>>1860680
Hah bloody hah and you sphericals all look alike too. You better hope all of us "biologicals" don't band together to take away your new "Throne"
>The Admiral is clearly not in a joking mood
>>1860687
And Commander take the survivors and any ships you can gather to investigate this "Throne" . I will assemble a special Federation session to hopefully unite the different races to have a fleet large enough to threaten the Monolith's creation if need be.
>>1860705
>The Representatives are clearly unhappy.
"We'll get it done. But we're not done here. Representative Inkito has much to answer for."
>A small number of corvettes are ordered towards the location of the Throne, intending to stay as far as possible and gather data on it.
>>1860720
On second thought we better investigate the Crown too...
But don't worry my friend Inkito will answer to me and the Federation. We shall find justice.
>>1860720
We do not appreciate border hostilities.
If you do not cancel this invasion of restricted space we may be forced to develop a military
>>1860705
Oh this is interesting...
>>1860723
>meanwhile, in the Throne system...
>work on The Crown is proceeding at a rapid pace, and the precognitive vanguard situate themselves at the edge of the system.
>the oracle orbits the Ancient atop The Throne, infinite strings of code being flung to and fro between the two beings
>>1860769
Don't me to interrupt my friend, but what is going on?
>>1860769
>Several IAF Corvettes stay just outside the Throne System..
>They look to be protecting a decently sized, bulky Voidship that looks to have no weapons aside from Point Defence.
>It seems to be a sort of Monitoring ship, packed to the brim with Survey and Recording equipment.
>A number of pulses, waves, and other signals are sent out from it towards the Throne System as the ship gathers Data, while the small group of ships sits outside of it. Making no other moves.
>>1860798
The IAF is invading Monolith space with a number of military corvettes over a disagreement after we tried to change our capital systems name.
We assume this makes as much sense to you as it does to us.
>>1860814
That makes no sense to me, do you need military support?
>>1860812
>the IAF sees absolutely nothing.
>Probably because they tried to scan a black hole. And that is not how scanning works.
>If there is anything in Throne at all, it is beyond the event horizon.
>a number of a few dozen rectangular monolithic beings gate over to the military vessels
THIS IS THE RESTRICTED THRONE OF THE ANCIENT
LEAVE IMMIEDIATELY OR BE REDUCED TO LESS THAN THE SUM OF YOUR PARTS
THIS IS RESTRICTED SPACE
>>1860836
Well im glad someone trust me, dont worry if they advance on you I will take action
>>1860827
If hostilities escalate this may be required until The Ancient sees fit to muster a military force.
The Ancient is wise to trust you, Rukaar.
>>1860830
>The IAF Corvettes move away, enough to be considered well away from the border of the Throne System.
>They simply sit after that. As if waiting for orders. Otherwise, they make no aggressive moves.
>>1860861
THIS IS RESTRICTED SPACE.
YOU REMAIN IN MONOLITHIC BORDERS.
LEAVE IMMIEDIATELY
THIS IS YOUR FINAL WARNING.
>meanwhile, the Galactic Crown would begin rising from the event horizon, a massive disk, 60 medium sequence stars in diameter, yet incredibly thick, with perfect spires rising above the throne and laden with white and golden iconography
>>1860889
>After a few long moments, the IAF Corvettes begin to leave toward Federation Space. One by one, they jump away.
>The Monitoring ship is the last to jump.
>>1860920
Seems they realized it would be a bad idea to attack
>>1860873
>Sitting idly at her desk, circled by telepresence leaves, Silver Frond flicked through datapads.
Indeed, I live again, my good sharktoothed friend. I've missed your banter and bloodthirsty presence.
>>1860889
Is there any way to establish an open border treaty? I'd love to observe your culture. Physics defying feats make me blossom.
>>1860940
Long time no see, what the hell have you been up to? Something either really boring or great huh?
>>1860927
Indeed. This is fortunate. Those border guards did not have any means of assault.
This will soon change. The Ancient now sees the need to project force on those who oppose it.
>>1860940
The Monolith shall not hear of any such arrangement until the current situation has been fully resolved
>>1860947
We woke something up in rift space. It ate a huge chunk of our Roots and construction forces, isolating us from one another for far too long. Luckily, we found something too large for it to eat. 950 gigatons of exotic matter is a hard pill to swallow it seems.
>>1860953
Well, we would be quite happy to assist with resolving this border conflict. I am sure there is a more profitable method to this ordeal than shows of force.
>>1860959
Oh, can I hunt this creature, maybe It could prove a challenge, so any specific business? Either way its good to see ya
>>1860959
The Monolith values nothing but the eternal existence of The Ancient. Profit means nothing to The Monolith.
The IAF, organics previously noted to be abusing unstable inter-dimensional travel invaded his grand sanctum with a cohort of military corvettes.
>>1860968
Always seeking a new trophy, as always. Well, I believe it is beyond your reach. Rift space is... lethal in the extreme to biological creatures. And we believe it to be dead. No ships have been assaulted since the sacrifice of Ruby Fruit. If it crops up again however, you will certainly be the first to know.
>>1860991
The more you have and the less you spend, the more you can bring to bear when an actual threat arrives. From what I can tell of the IAF, they have some reasons, most likely some form of ethical dispute.
Would you approve of meeting on neutral ground to sort out this difference with a minimum of lose of sapient life? I have a few suitable areas in mind.
>>1861015
The Monolith would not object.
However The Monolith will continue developing military applications of Monolithic technology. As a precaution.
>>1861015
> he holds up an arm, which is covered in scars, actually your not sure which part is his real skin, he points to a large Dark scar along his forearm
Ya see that one, got that from a Syliss asteroid monster a week ago, good kill dat was, say do you got any trophies silver? perhaps you can come on a hunt with me yeah?
>>1861030
I have a few Stoneeater hearts on display from my more reckless years, although I haven't lifted an axe in ages. I am no spring blossom, that is certain. Perhaps once reconstruction is complete, I'll join you for a hunt. In a suit of exoarmor and with a few escort thorns at my side.
>>1861022
It is your right to pursue all technological paths presented to you from your research. Just try to keep potential galaxy cleansing weaponry to a minimum. Mountains know we have more than enough of them laying around, waiting for some omnicidal fool to start playing with them.
>>1861053
Bah, who needs escorts, they cause to much noise, besides do ya think I would let anything kill ya, that'd be bad business and certainly no way to let a friend die
>>1861063
No. I'm thinking that anything you consider worthy prey would make my heaviest warframes look like over glorified wind up toys, and would send me screaming in terror at first glance. Having a few slaved thorns would be more a safety net if it decides I look delicious.
And the armor would be to ensure you didn't accidental crush me if you trip. I barely come up to your kinds' sternum.
[RECORDED CONVERSATION BETWEEN IAF REPRESENTATIVES. LOCATION: SERVLOCH. TIME: DATA CORRUPTED]
???: "The claiming of such a large territory by the Monolith is unnerving."
???: "True, their methods and reasons for this are totally unknown."
???: "Do You suspect Aggressive Action on their part from this expansion, or, that is, for it to be the reason for it?"
???: "We cannot know, as of now. Their ability to defy the Natural Laws are extremely worrying."
???: "Yes. Without being limited by solidity, they may go wherever they please."
???: "Hmph, how arrogant."
???: "It does not matter. A scouting force was sent to collect whatever Data Possible on the Inner Territory of the Monolith."
???: "You what!?"
???: "It will be no problem, the group was given explicit orders to make no aggressive moves towards Monolith forces, and to leave if asked. Besides, considering how arrogant and detached the Monolith are, doubtless they will forget this in time."
???: "It should be hoped, else they'll drag that bastard Rukkar into it. Then we'll have to deal with him."
???: "We've dealt with worse Tyrants."
???: [Laughter] "True, True."
>>1861075
Ah, yes you speak truth, im gkad your back silver, nice to see someone older than everyone else after Carter returned to the wastes, and best I'd take you to the same things my children hunt
> Rukaar stops and thinks for a second
Oh! You have seen them yet have ya, my god you miss so much
>Is drinking some sort of beverage
>>1861091
I did pick up some broken transmissions about you being a sire, although I lost contact before I could learn more. I am sure they are the spitting image of you, if only pint sized. I'll be sure to have a few thorns designed for them as presents. Everyone loves a puppy. And I'm sure they'd love one they can use as sparring partners without worry about killing.
>>1861077
>Begins chirping, and makes a note to give Uranium Bulb a pay raise.
>>1861131
Yes, you'll need to make eight of them though, Khanin should be finishing their training soon, by the way do you have children silver?
>>1861141
Oh, I'm sure I've got a few daughters strewn about from my youth, although my kind's maternal instinct is non-existent. We can produce hundreds of seeds in a single blooming. The young can fend for themselves for the first few seasons before we gather up the survivors and properly raise them. Keeps us from having explosive over population without requiring mass sterilization of our citizens. We don't even count our offspring as sentient until they no longer attack anything edible on sight. Root biters, all of them...
>>1861161
Ha, your youth sounds reckless and quite entertaining, much like my whole damn life if I think about it,perhaps I should write a book,hmm.anyways I am starving, silver does your kind eat?
>>1861190
Just about anything that has the three essentials in it, carbs, protein, and lipids. I can point out a few good diners, and if you bring something you like, we've got plenty of chefs eager to experiment on new dishes. Although I'm a junkie for sweets. There are candy bowls placed all over my home, so I never have to walk more then a few paces to get my sugar fix. Deep fried is also good. Makes everything taste better.
And knowing your life span, you'd be able to write an entire library in the first few eons.
>>1861205
Well my diet restricts a bit manily meats, but yes I am growing fond of deep fried dishes, as for "candies" I dont think I've actually had any in my life, funny
>An IAF Representative seems to be driving up to the Area on Servloch in which the Iron Bloom have made their space given use of.
>Unarmed and clattering along in an old pickup truck, he slows as he comes closer to the area.
>>1861220
We have a guest
>>1861211
Yeah... You'll want to bring your own ingredients. We ran out of traded food stocks a while ago, been using basic staples. Which are plants, all of it. Even the meat is plant.
>>1861220
>The valley was swiftly being turned into a forest of solar panels and metal trees. Various machines milled about, excavating, constructing and exploring. A humanoid figure rode up on the back of a four legged reptile like machine, and dismounted. Uranium Bulb waved to the IAF Rep, before sending their mount away. The screen that served as their face had a small image of Silver Frond superimposed in the back.
Just the sapient I wanted to speak with, excellent.
"You need me here, boss?"
No, I'll handle this.
>The leaf shuddered for a moment, as Silver Frond inserted a prong into the back of her head.
Buh... Been a while since I used one of these...
>>1861247
>Though obviously intrigued, the Representative holds his curiosity.
>Stepping slowly out of the Truck, the Representative gives a small nod in greeting.
"Evening to you, Silver Frond. High Command has asked me to come to daft a Trade. One so that the IAF may procure decent amounts of these fancy Food Replicators. Our own attempts to put them together have been..."
>He drifts off for a moment, his eyes filled with obvious Trauma.
"Less than optimal... But enough of that, for perhaps we may come to an agreement?"
>>1861263
Food replic... Oh, no. We do not possess such a technology, per say. However, we have have a variety of nutrient slurry units. Capable of rendering pretty much any form of organic matter into edible, if horribly bland, slurry. With a little minor tweaking, we could easily design them to produce the proper nutrient requirements for your citizens. Depending on any exotic requirements, you might need to add some supplements to the extractor.
We'd be quite happy to part with them for free, provided you charge no more than creation costs to those who rely on it for dietary aid. Frankly, if you can convince someone to pay for a bowl of it, you're a better business being than I.
>>1861278
>The Representative is in thought, for a moment.
"We will provide you with a list of the necessary Nutrients for the average Civilian. They will, of course, be provided free of charge to the poor and the needy."
>The Representative is silent for a moment.
"It was also a secondary concern that I ask if you had any blueprints or such to create more efficient engines, for ground transportation. I have been authorized to negotiate this as well, though it was not as high a request."
>>1861344
Excellent. I'll get Uranium working on making as many as they can. I imagine you are looking for bulk production. We can get a few Branches build for mass biomass extraction, and some sedentary factory units for more leisurely production.
As for engines, we have a variety of solar and biofuel based units that are easy for produce. If you have need of much, much larger platforms, we have the means to produce fusion reactors, although they tend to require a building sized chassis to hold them. We sadly lost all our ability to micronize them. As for the price... Well, more mineral rights are always welcome, on or off world. All depends on where you want fabrication to take place.
>>1861390
>The Representative nods.
"We have a few barren words. Nothing more than a few stations of our own on them. Some of them may hold riches beneath their wastes. We would be gratefully let you establish your... Factories on them."
>>1861412
Wonderful! Give the Roots a few years, and they'll turn the world into a glittering gem. And less a factory, more an expanding ecosystem. It is quite wonderful watching them expand on their own accord... Well, mostly own. There are numerous hardwired inhibitors keeping them docile when not under direct control.
I'll have Uranium Bulb work out the details, I need to go down to my workshop and get designing.
>On board the Imperial Station Codified:The Kingdom on High
>Initializing data transfer...connect=Yes Thought of the Day:"To fight in defense of one's people is a great honor. But it is a greater honor to fight for new lands to exploit and bring them greater wealth. -General Ivan Longshank 2300
>The Vox feed opens up to a video conference of the Admiral and several members of UE High Command and he is first to speak
"If you are seeing this message be warned it is no mistake and is for your ears only,any outside the Federation are strictly blocked from viewing it."
"With the recent signs of Monolith expansion and the renewed rebuilding of the Rumarian military the United Empire has thought it prudent to invite all member states into a defensive pact and to institute immediate membership of the IAF. With this defensive pact,or the recommitting of all Federation members to the combined galactic defense the United Empire proposed rising the Galactic Threat Level to Crimson status."
"We hope to find a diplomatic solution to the issues that are currently plaguing the Federation but if needed included in this broadcast will be protocols for the mobilization of all Federation fleet assets and deployment of forces in case of possible war."
>The video fades out leaving only silence
>>1861734
>meanwhile, the Monolith would seem to be releasing a number of fox messages across the galaxy, mostly talking at length at the grandness of the throne, the crown and the ancient but one particular message said something vauge about "mild to catastrophic gravitational anomalies not being the monoliths fault"
>>1861734
>Narg comes in while eating a kebab made of...whatever people make them out of in a van
Narg:Ey you called? What's the problem?
>>1862161
>Meanwhile Grod checks his mail
Grod:Hmmm...lawsuit,lawsuit,lawsuit, oooh one from Monolith...Throne blahblahblah all hail the ancient blahblahblah...mild to catastrophic gravitational anomalies are not monoliths fault...hmm I thought it was Garry...meh
>>1861734
"When shall this meeting be held I've got some important information to share with the federal military leaders."
>>1861734
Greetings! This message has been received! A [IAF REPRESENTATIVE] is on it's way! Please stand by!
>Meanwhile Garry is flying on his spaceship
>He's near the "Throne", at it's very borders infact
Garry:HEY MONOLITH! GOT A SECOND?
>The Admiral arrives as representative of the United Empire with aides and scribes heading to the meeting room on Liberty
"I have arrived my fellow beings and I believe this special Federation session can now begin."
"At issue today is the purpose of this "Crown" what the Rumarians hope to gain from an alliance with the Monolith,the expansions of both races and if military action must be taken in regards to it."
>>1862210
>Several IAF Representatives quietly enter the meeting room and take seats.
>>1862210
"First off what's the monolith I've been out of the loop for a while."
>>1862210
Narg:I see, well Scrap Lord ordered Garry to go and talk to them, but we'll help if necesarry
>>1862203
>a number of cuboidal monoliths would gate over to his position.
WARNING ORGANIC LIFEFORM
YOU ARE APPROACHING MONOLITHIC SPACE.
DO NOT CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE OR YOU WILL BE FIRED UPON.
>the monoliths are as featureless as the diplomat, with no obvious weapons of any kind
>>1862219
Garry:YEAH I KNOW THAT, WHY DO YOU THINK I STOPPED HERE? ANYWAYS CAN WE TALK FOR A SEC?I BROUGHT GRILL SANDWICES AND COKE!
>>1862217
>>1862215
"The Monolith are...different,their technology is highly advanced but until they encountered the Federation they did not have FTL technology."
"We fear that their new structure is some kind of super weapon that will destroy the Federation and us with it."
>He looks at the other diplomats
"What do you suggest we do about it? I hope that we can get some more information on it's function."
>>1862220
A LEADER CASTE MONOLITH WILL BE DISPATCHED TO YOUR POSITION.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE OR YOU WILL BE FIRED UPON
>>1862221
Narg:I think you need to talk with Scrap Lord...
>Narg comes back with a TV on a cart
>He turns it on
Mehkil:Good day Mr.Schimmel, what may be a problem?
>>1862222
Garry:OKAY!
>Garry turns on a TV
Garry:DO YOU GUYS HAVE CABLE?
>>1862227
>the guards would manifest a single electronic cable inside of his ship.
>it is actually quite impressive in design, being compatible with almost any socket xenos races have made
>>1862224
>He looks at Hood
"I will let you handle it my friend the floor is yours. Make your case."
>He lets him take the podium at the center of the room and opens it on a live vox link
>>1862227
>On a private channel
"I may need your help scrap lord. If the Federation goes to war I will need your wormhole to give us every advantage we got to move our forces. Take whatever you need but the Federation needs your help. Admiral out."
>>1862231
>the monolithic diplomat would be receiving the message, aparrently receiving it from somewhere around liberty
>>1862230
Garry....
>Garry throws mushroom
Garry:Okay dude, I need you to...kinda warm up to the Federation, you see they feel threatened by you and stuff...so yeah
>>1862231
Mehkil:If it comes to war we will help, we have made a second device similiar to wormhole only smaller...and build as a final solution to make a black hole during detonation.
Mekhil:But we need to wait, lest we look like aggressors, I already sent Garry to talk things out
>The stout man would come up to the ambassadors, speaking quickly to them
Well ya look at that ya' pishy bastards! What's the craic?
>>1862221
>The IAF Representatives talk among themselves.
"It is hard pressed to believe that the Monolith are the real threat."
"Though their disregard for the Natural Laws are problematic."
"Mhm, right."
"No, the fact is that they'll drag the Rumar into it. We all know how arrogant Rukaar is that he'll assume that the Federation will crumble with a mild glare from him."
"He has become complacent! While he is powerful, he has allowed that to blind him to the chance that he may be defeated!"
"We cannot forget the threat the Monolith pose if they start developing a Military caste of some sort!"
"Bah! With how detached they are from the rest of the Galaxy, they'll forget all about this in a week!"
"Don't assume that! We still don't know so much about them!"
"And you think they're the greater threat than the Cannibalistic Barbarian Sharks!?"
>The IAF Representatives begin to argue among themselves. Tempers flare.
>>1862232
>He addresses a link specifically to the Monolith
"Now diplomat can you please explain the purpose of these Hyperstructures? What do the Crown and Throne do and why are you keeping them so mysterious?"
>>1862236
"Hmmm and who do you represent Ambassador? Forgive me if I'm not too familiar with your kind."
>>1862237
>He looks to the IAF Reps
"Now gentlemen how should we deal with the aggression of the Rumarians?Perhaps we should ramp up Federation training and alertness and to aid your own void forces I have pulled together some old UE hardware so you may take a larger part in galactic affairs as well."
>>1862238
"Well it is your idea."
>>1862242
Garry:Look man this is the problem, you need to be a bit more open or they'll start to see you as a threat, especially if they don't know you. I mean look at us, we accidentally coused a lot of damage and they don't think of us as enemies!
>>1862241
>The IAF Representatives are silent for a moment.
>One of them stands.
"If need be. We are prepared to bring through one of our crown Voidships. It will take a lot of effort. A monstrous amount, indeed. But that one ship may either turn the tide, or be an immeasurably great loss. We are prepared to bring it through."
>>1862245
Mehkil:Hmm you already did that didn't you? And that's the reason you even areat the state of near-war with them isn't it? You need to launck and investigation, but you need to hide it in a way that can only be found out by psionics
>>1862244
"If you need any resources ask away my friend. If you need anything I will happily offer all of my services."
>He shakes each of their hands
"And do not fear the Rumar their aggression and arrogance can lead them to folly. And it is in this moment of folly that they can be beaten."
>>1862247
"What do you propose? Do you have any Psionics?"
>>1862242
"rightfully" you forget whom gave it you, and who you ASKED for it.
do not be impudent, we simply request none-criptic answers to sooth our populaces fear and anxiety
>>1862250
>The IAF Representatives look among themselves.
"We are prepared to bring it through. Simply ask."
>>1862250
Mahkil:We have shamans who are pretty much that, we already told you that, infact Narg is one of them. But you already use psionic weaponry don't you?Can't you make cloaking device out of such technology?
>>1862245
The Monolith does not demand you inform them once you begin work on a new power station.
As such, the monolith is not inclined to answer any questions about the happenings of The Throne system.
>>1862251
We owned the Throne 3 billion years ago.
We never stopped owning it.
Who do you think made the throne, biological fool?
>>1862262
Garry:Oh boy you are very bad as a diplomat...okay you need to be friendly, tell them a bit about your peeps and this...Ancient guy,can I meet him? anyways you need to tell them more about yourself and stop beinga mystery...are you even listening to me?
>Garry throws glitter dust at him
>>1862262
....
do not insult us you accursed machine, I tried being civil and honest but this is not working. tell us why you made these things and their purpose. be it economic, ceremonial or military. if you do not inform us now, we will find out. one way or another. so save us all some greif and just tell us.
>>1862268
Yes the monolith recognises your civility and honesty. This is clearly the reason you have convened this council in secret, only informing the monolith of it when it suited you.
>the machine appears to be capable of using sarcasm
Regardless, the existence of the Crown is vital for the future of The Monolith.
>>1862271
>An IAF Representative speaks up.
"It may be vital for your future, Diplomat! But will it come at the expense of the rest of the Galaxy? For the other Races that you look down upon!"
>>1862271
well I'm glad you see it that way, but tell us why. what does it DO. fucking hell this is worse than convincing rukkar to be a vegetarian
is it a super weapon. is it a bank. just answer what it is, its function. and all is well
>>1862271
Mekhil:Look...Monolith, if I may, you don't seem to trul understand us...the "organics" as you call us, but know this, we view you with suspicion because you don't tell us about yourself, infact you just showed up, asked about psionics, left and started to build what could be a superweapon for all we know. If this..."Throne" and "Crown" aren't dangerous then why aren't you telling us anything?...And would you please send someone to Garry, he seems to go crazy from waiting
>>1862230
Garry:So...when's that dude comin'? Also thanks for the cable
>>1862343
>Orders are relayed. The space near the Liberty are cleared of Traffic ahead of the ship's arrival, to prevent accidents. High Command has been notified.
>IAF Comms are wild and almost fearful.
>>1862282
>He looks at the Diplomat
"I agree completely. Perhaps Rukaar might know about it as well. But I propose a Federation survey of the area as a measure of good faith."
>The IAF Comms all go completely silent. And in the designated area of arrival, space, reality itself screams in utter agony as a massive rip forces it's way open.
>The echoes of agony reach across the galaxy.
>>1862432
This blatant destabilisation of reality angers the Monolith.
Military mobilisation is inevitable.
Any attempts to enter Mololithic space will be met with fierce resistance.
+++ALL HAIL THE ANCIENT+++
>>1862452
>Garry is still near the border
Garry:OKAY MAN, CHILL, JUST CHILL OUT! DO YOU WANT A WAR!?
>>1862455
>a diplomat would finally arrive, at long fucking last
War shall only happen if uninvited federation ships invade monolithic space.
If this happens, war will be instantaneous.
>>1862458
>the symbiote seems to have had it, his patience ending
THATS IT ENOUGH IS ENOUGH, YOU WILL TELL US WHAT YOUR FUCKING MASSIVE STRUCTURE DOES OR I SWEAR TO THE ALL MOTHER THAT I AM GOING TO COME IN THERE, BLACK HOLE OR NOT AND RIP IT FROM YOUR SPARKING CIRCITS.
>calming down after the outburst, he shuts the link for a few moments and curses in his native tounge. before reopening the link
now......time to talk.
>>1862432
stand down IAF, I repeat stand down NOW or you will be ionised
>>1862474
I am not authorised to reveal the true nature of the Galactic Crown to ignorant organic life forms.
You have made it clear that you fear anything too complicated for you to understand.
In the simplest terms possible, the Galactic Crown is.
That is all.
And there may be some mild gravitational anomalies for the next few standard months.
Ignore these
>>1862474
>Several IAF Representatives move to placate the Symbiote.
"Do not worry, the Ship, the only Ship coming through, will not be used in any Offensive Actions. It is Purely for Defense, as the chance of it being lost is so great. We can say that the Ship, as due to the Commandant's orders, will not make any aggressive moves."
>>1862482
The Monolith are an ancient race. The Ancient One was created billions of years ago by the star smiths.
From him we are all descended.
The Ancient One knows all through the Oracle. And by the Throne he draws his might, and by the Crown his might made manifest.
>>1861734
The only reason my army has been rebuilt is because I am in a constant war, every end of my empire is under assault, I have no need to kill your federation Karl
As for the monoliths, they are only reacting to your outrageous actions in the galactic core, you wont have a war unless you start it
>>1862492
Garry:That sounds...kinda ominous...anyways what will this...Ancient do when he's manifest? Also is he like you guys or is he like...humanoid?
>>1862507
To out his appearance in terms you would understand, The Ancient One appears to be a black sphere with a vertical gold band down the middle, covered in purple sigils. And multiple times the size of a main sequence star. He was manifest since his creation.
>hidden down in the deeper parts of the ring world, the symbiotic ambassador is tearing apart several automitons with a spear and spikes made from his bio-mass, he doesn't notice the IAF member by the door
DIE DIE DIE, ALL FO YOU JUST DIE AND STAY DEAD
>he implaes a bot before hurling it into another self healing one, sending them sprawling
>>1862506
Makhil:Ah lord Rukaar, I heard a lot about you. But anyways we worry about the Monoliths and their plans, because unlike you, we have only one galaxy, and we all share it....but don't worry, Garry seems to be doing progress on preventing the escalation
>>1862516
Garry:I see. What is he gonna do when he...umm appears? And why did you keep it secret?
>>1862518
One, whole the hell are you? Two what the hell are you going to do with the monoliths
>>1862524
The Ancient One has always been here. We do not understand the question.
We kept it secret because if we know anything about primitives, it's that they fear what they do not understand
>>1862517
>The IAF Representative nonchalantly walks over to the Symbiote, a bottle of Cherry Soda in hand.
"Want a Soda?"
>He holds it out toward him, clearly expecting him to take it.
"By the way, the Capital Ship we're bringing through will be relegated to Defensive measures only. No attacking outside of our Territory. Sorry."
>>1862529
Mekhil:I'm Mekhil, the Scrap Lord of Belanira, I believe you already know my ambassadors:Narg, Garry and Grod. And second many of us worry what monoliths are doing, after they started building near the core gravitational anomalies started to appear...and if their diplomat talking with Garry is to be trusted...they'll be able to manifest their Ancient, here's one of the transcripts>>1862492
>>1862537
Garry:Okay what happens when his might is manifest by the Crown? Also why are you telling me this and not the other guys, like Hood?
>>1862543
>spinning in a rage, he sends the bottle onto the other side of the room before attempting to spear the representative.
>he stops a few centimetres short and shakes his head.
I... I'm sorry I didn't intend to do that. sorry about the drink. and thank you that you only brought ONE ship...... I think we should get back up to the disccusions.
>he turns off the robot room, the automina falling dead on their feet as they make their way back up
>The Capital Ship finally begins to come through, it seems pointed Toward IAF Territory.
>Slowly, it starts to come through.
>Five Kilometers.
>Then Ten.
>Then Fifteen.
>Then Twenty-five.
>By the time the Massive ship finally comes all the way through, the Capital ship, with it's boxy, angular design, brimming with Point Defense weapons and Cannons, come out at a Behemoth Thirty Kilometers.
>It bears the title, the Name, of 'Martyr'.
>Slowly, painfully slowly, it turns and begins to move toward IAF Territory.
>>1862551
The Crown is that which bestows the ability to. Whilst the throne is the source of The Ancient Ones power, the Crown is something different. Something of a function that cannot be described
The ancient is already almighty.
And hood seems aggressive and deranged, and never asked about this. He only asked about the function of the Crown. Which we will never truly reveal to you.
>>1862569
Garry:Okayokay, Throne is a source of his power and Crown gives him ability to use it here, right? If yes then what is he gonna use his power for?
>Garry opens a packet of chips
Garry:Want some?
>>1862576
The Ancient can already use his power here.
The Crown *completely unintelligible static* so he can through the way lanes.
>>1862591
Garry:Okaaay so he'll just be able to move around? Anyways you said something about...Oracle, what's that?
>>1862598
The Ancient can already move. The Ancient exists in this galaxy like any other monolith. New monoliths are created by the splitting of the ancient.
The Oracle is nothing for you to concern yourself with.
We will settle this dispute, with a duel, who will stand against me!
>>1862609
>the symbiote enters the room and hearing this seems to hide a sadistic smile. or maybe its masochistic
I will stand against you rukkar, lets see how you do. a simple melee? I assume you wish for solo combat
>he draws a shield and a spear
>>1862604
Garry:Why did you mention him then? Anyways...umm how can we be sure you guys aren't a threat? Would your Ancient sign a
>He looks at a piece of paper
Garry:T-trae-traty...TREATY! Would your Ancient sign a non-aggression treaty and can his word be trusted?
>>1862609
Mekhil:Ummm Lord Rukaar, there's no need for fighting, Garry is making some progress with them. May we take an oportunity for trading, now that we see each other
>>1862609
>One of the IAF Representatives stands forth, sheds his coat, and puts up his Fists, in a Boxing Stance.
"Well then, Queensbury rules?"
>>1862622
>the symbiote looks at him
stand down, I'm doing it. I don't want you to get hurt irreperably.
>>1862614
Yes, where? Also know I will not hold back
>>1862628
nor will I. hmm I assume space wouldn't be bad for you? I can last a food day or too out there, not sure about you though?
on top of the ring world? in that matenance area. you will want the easy way back inside when I'm done with you
>>1862616
Our ancient cannot be bound by primitive words or promises. He endures, and will do anything to ensure he endures.
If you pose a threat to the Monolith, you will be removed as a threat.
If you promise to stay out of Monolith space and respect our present and future borders,we will be able to give you assurance that your existence is below the gaze of The Ancient One.
>>1862626
>The IAF Representative shakes his head.
"Sorry, old boy. Can't leave you out to dry, can I? Besides..."
>He flexes, what seems to be Mechanical Augmentations bulge beneath the skin.
"I've seen my fair share of combat. I know how to handle myself."
>>1862638
Garry:Look I believe you and all, but the others won't. So it's kinda in both of our interests to sign that treaty...wait what do you mean by "below the gaze of The Ancient One"?
>>1862644
very well, get a rebreather and a compression suit, this is going to be and endurance match I will bet. the first to give up or unable to coninute is out, and its last being standing.
>picking up a bag he walks towards the pipe and debris filled airlock.
don't worry plenty of spaces rukkar isn't small enough to get into. lets go
>>1862655
>he tunes into the radio
he means hes a no good wordless cur. that's what and his ancient one cant be bothered with us
>>1862655
If you promise to stay out of our territory you will remain insignificant to The Ancient One.
If you continue to raise tensions we will begin live testing of negative existence weaponry.
>>1862670
>he tunes out
>>1862662
>The Representative chuckles.
"Don't worry chap."
>Several IAF Personnel bring what seems to be some sort of Hardsuit.
"It's not the first Void fight I've been in"
>Suiting up quickly, he follows.
>>1862662
Im am going to enjoy breaking you
>>1862684
its hard to enjoy something that wont happen. you will submit first, and my fighting stategy is priceless. your not going to be pleased
>he summons a ship and he gets in, setting corse for a derelict station built for human porptotions, away from civilisation.
>rukkar would have to slouch to fight in the cramped conditions, as would the representative in his suit, but hey the noo szed symbiote wouldn't.
GET ON
>he starts the jump sequence
>>1862694
>The IAF Representative leisurely steps onto the Ship.
"Well then, let's be off."
>>1862694
> he enters the ship
Well, lets be off
Rolled 3 (1d20)
>>1862735
> he throws a grenade at brotherhood
You suck at hiding
>>1862720
>a massive, Templar caste monolith would gate over to the scene, as featureless as the rest barring a single purple sigil emblazoned on the front of its dodecahedron surface.
>it is roughly the size of a moon
>this is one of the small ones
Rolled 4 (1d20)
>>1862735
>Chuckling, the Representative leisurely strides off, ducking into a Maintenance shaft, he quickly attempts to make use of the winding Maintenance halls spread all through to lose Rukaar.
Rolled 4 (1d20)
>Escaping rukkar, brother hood takes a few seconds near the floor at each junction setting traps. rolling for traps set
>>1862742
>the Monolith would envelop the station with its massive area and begin sending non-sentient drones down to the battleground.
Rolled 4 (1d20)
>>1862754
>Using the maintenance halls to his advantage, attempts to ambush Rukaar from behind, leveling a Haymaker at the back of his head, Augmented Muscles straining.
Rolled 19 (1d20)
>reaching into the guts of the station, he attempts to gain control of the entrances and remaining defenses
Rolled 2 (1d20)
>>1862761
We have been summoned to the duel.
Combat procedures commencing.
>the drones would begin firing off way-lightning at their adversaries, bolts that temporarily phase the target through solid objects
Rolled 20 (1d20)
>>1862767
> Rukaar is punching the station
Rolled 18 (1d20)
>>1862787
>Nearly thrown off his feet, the Representative nonetheless holds his ground and attempts to deliver a stunning Uppercut to Rukkar's Jaw.
Rolled 9 (1d20)
>rukkar bereaks the station in almost two but gets slammed through a wall for his effforts, his shields take most of the damage
>the drones are shit and hit themselves more than the station
>brother hood gaind control, and lost it
[rolling to reach the artillery station and set traps on debris as he goes]
[3 rounds till explosion]
Rolled 16 (1d20)
>>1862797
> he shield takes a damaging blow, another like that an its gone
> Rukaar slams the the representative with debris from the station
Rolled 2 (1d20)
>>1862806
>the drones would begin phasing the remaining dangerous parts of the station out of reality
Rolled 5 (1d20)
>>1862807
>Several secondary armor pieces fall off, and the Representative is left staggering.
>Scowling, the Representative uses his Augments to tear out a length of pipe from the wall, and swings it about like a bat at Rukaar's head.
Rolled 4 (1d20)
>with the traps hitting the drones in a rather mediocre but effective fashion, he turns the large turrent on rukkar manualy.
[rolling to open fire and hit rukkar]
Rolled 14 (1d20)
>>1862818
>the drones would begin decronstructing the weapon, phasing it out of reality.
Rolled 2 (1d20)
>>1862826
>Eyes, narrowed, the Representative attempts to evade, and, using his Augments, attempts to launch the Pipe like a Javelin at Rukaar.
Rolled 16 (1d20)
>>1862826
>>1862839
with both their protective coverings be it shield or very hard armour gone, the pair continue to fight. and of course the rep is sent nearly 3 walls away.
>the turret is deconstructed and brotherhood scowls, tying his spear to his wrist, he hurls it at the nearest piece of metal to reach the edge of the Templar unit, letting his momentum carry him
[rolling to escape the boom next turn]
>>1862845
NO
>>1862845
You are welcome to try.
Because it's inside the event horizon.
Go ahead, die. We won't let you bring any ships though.
Rolled 68 (1d100)
>>1862850
>the main unit would begin altering the flow of time.
>roll for slowdown
Rolled 11 (1d20)
>>1862850
>His Hardsuit failing, the Representative quickl pushes himself off a nearby wall, hoping to gain as much momentum as he can away from the explosion.
>>1862854
you slow it down from seconds to 5 seconds
you have gained half a turn to move
Rolled 7 (1d20)
>>1862861
>phase lighting into the symbiote
>>1862856
> Rukaar uses a strange device
Well this is fun, brother hood surrendered, and ypu about to die
>The Director sits observing the duel while enjoying a cup of coffee, speaking with other spectators.
"Quite a situation isnt this?"
Rolled 15 (1d20)
>>1862868
Forgot to roll
>the rumarian warlord is sent hurtling through space, burnt almost to cinders with his armour melting slightly through the walls of the Templar to the waiting morriki, he is 76% covered in 2nd degree burns. its a mirical he survived.
>most drones are vaporised because they didn't move, while the two ambassadors managed to make it almost to the wall before being hurled there by the force of the explosion
>>1862871
Is that a threat?
Should I have this reported to our dear monolithic diplomat?
Tensions are high, a few more words like that could start a war.
>>1862953
> space whales eat the ants in droves, save Rukaar
(shite, ill take your attacks as canon)
>finaly finished with the conflict, the symbiote gets up
well that's ov-
>>1862956
>with this god forsaken attack his patence has ended
ENOUGH
IT IS OVER YOU WILL ALL CEASE YOUR ACTIONS AND END THIS
DO SO NOWWWWWWWWW
OR BY THE ALL MOTHER YOU CAN ALL BE DAMNED NOW CEAE
Rolled 6 (1d20)
>>1862959
>The ants keep re-appearing, seemingly multiplying
>They would all begin to attack Rukaar again
Rolled 12 (1d20)
>>1862965
> Rukaar is safe in his morkaiis jaws, the ants however...
>with the duel settled, the symbiote gets on a ship and goes home.GOOD NIGHT
Rolled 8, 1 = 9 (2d20)
>>1862972
>Some ants would die, but most would begin to develop a thick armour, adapting to the attacks !
>They would begin spitting hot acid into rukaar, first roll
>They would then attempt to dismember him, second roll
Rolled 18, 1, 14 = 33 (3d20)
>>1862965
>the templar would once again open fire
Rolled 13, 14, 11 = 38 (3d20)
>>1862979
>Suddenly, a tyrani- Formacidae bio-cannon would appear on a bio-ship behind templar
>The giant biocannon, and all of it's weapons, would open fire on the templar
Rolled 13, 18, 18 = 49 (3d20)
>>1862991
>the Templar would begin slowing time (first roll) and returning fire (other rolls)
Rolled 6 (1d20)
>>1863005
>The biofleet would take the first shot, damaging it, but then would begin rapid adaptation and healing
>It now has a resistance to your attacks!
>The biocannons would begin firing upon you again!
Rolled 10, 1 = 11 (2d20)
>>1863012
>the Monolith would fire its cataclysmic reality-nonexistifier
Rolled 6, 20 = 26 (2d20)
>>1863025
>Missing, I'd fire my noxious matter-demidifier
>>1863052
>the Monolith would gate over to the Throne
>Kan would stand at Liberty Prime, in extremely heavily armoured and advanced armour, almost like a Tau crisis suit
>Around him would be bodyguards in similar armour, carrying extremely technologically advanced weapons
Hm... where are all the Ambassadors. I grow impatient
>>1863319
>the monolithic diplomat would rise, phasing from under the ground to meet the arrival
Identify yourself organic
>the diplomat would be flanked by three lower caste monolith
>>1863333
>The bodyguards would go into a somewhat defensive stance, protecting me
I am Kan. Identify youself!
>>1863345
I am the sole diplomat of the Monolith.
I take it you have no business with The Throne?
>>1863357
No, we don't!
>>1863367
>the diplomat and guard retinue would phase back under the ground without s further word
>>1863382
>Kan would puff out a sigh of relief upon witnessing them disappear
>The Admiral returns having witnessed the devestation
"Can somebody please answer this:why the bloody hell are the Titanicus attacking?"
>He looks at the broken Monolith ship
"Somebody please tell me what the hell I've missed."
>>1863580
>the broken Monolith "ship" would still be alive, slowly returning back to a completely sphereical form
>>1863604
>He has the crew bring it alongside his ship and activate boarding clamps.
>With a strain of the battle ships mighty engines it engages it's warp drive taking them both home to Liberty
>Hearing of attacks, the ambassador and his body guards would go into defence at all costs protocil, immediately setting up shield barriers around their position in a Rorkes drift style defence.
>>1863951
>The Admiral arrives in his flagship with his Monolith cargo in tow
"Hail Kan of the Zutan,do you require aid of any sort?"
>He notices shield signatures on the sensors and calls to the captain
"Send down a company of Marines I want this matter investigated at once."
>Soon a heavily armed landing ship is sent to the surface
>>1863981
>The extremely technologically advanced Zutan would all be in robotic battle suits, decked out with flamethrowers, fusion and plasma blasters
>All around them, a shield would be up, to protect them from any projectiles
>>1863996
>A Rommel MBT and the contingent of infantry disembark from the transport and secure the area. The form of a familiar Major Meatz would be leading them into battle.
"'Ey you lot advance on me if these boys turn out to be hostile I want to see them take a 150mm railgun round to the face."
>He radios the landing ship
"Stay on station we might need your heavy artillery too."
>>1864026
>From the defence structure, would arise a self-propelled AI-Sentry which is armed with a Proton energy cannon
Rolled 16 (1d20)
>>1864034
>He picks up the signature of a massive energy weapon aiming towards him
"What the hell? Gunner charge the main gun give me power now!!!"
>Before it can shoot he sends a round down range and all of the UE marines run for cover.
Rolled 8, 7, 18 = 33 (3d20)
>>1864077
>Rolling to counter his attack, first roll
>Attacking his tank with fusion from my ambassador, second roll
>Rolling to attack his tank with my bodyguards, last roll
Rolled 12, 4, 15 = 31 (3d20)
>>1864091
>The turret explodes in a spectacular fashion but in seconds the body guards and commander are on him
"Infantry open fire take them off me. I only hope my girl can handle this."
ooc first two are for armor then third one will be for infantry
Rolled 20, 9, 18 = 47 (3d20)
>>1864118
>Rolling to defend against the attacks from infantry with my shield wall
>Second and third rolls are flamethrowers into the infantry from the body guards and commanders
Rolled 13, 1, 4, 2 = 20 (4d20)
>>1864174
>The Major pulls himself from the burning tank coughing
"Men prepare grenades and then go full auto take the bastards down!!!"
>As he screams at the men the Marines ready themselves,take aim and fire.
ooc first 2 are defense then 1 for grenade then 1 for rifles.
>>1864187
>The remaining soldiers fall back straight after and run straight towards the landing vessel
"Well that was a bitch."
>He sits quietly hoping he will get another tank.
Rolled 8, 16, 6, 11 = 41 (4d20)
>>1864187
>Rolling to defend, first 2 dice
>Rollingto attack, first fusion then next flamethrowers
>>1864250
>The landing ship gets away...barely the sheer bulk of it making it hard to destroy as it heads back to orbit
>The Admiral Voxes the commander
"I see you've ummm...unfortunately run into our patrol I apologize commander for the mistake but you've giving my lands a hell of a beating perhaps one day we could offer you a rematch on a similar scale."
>He pauses
"Maybe with some of our own power armored infantry in fact."
>>1863742
>after the Templar caste had fully reformed to a dodecahedron, it would gate back to The Throne
>Meanwhile near the Monolith Realm
Garry:Okay, let's do it again....sigh, if you promise not to attack the Federation first, then other guys will promise not to attack you, get it? They will promise not to attack you only after you promise not to attack us
>>1865725
The Monolith accepts on the condition that reparations will be paid to the Monolith for this transgression
>>1865771
Garry:...hang on
>Garry takes out a dictionary and learns what word "reparations" means
Garry:Ummm...will a burger do? Also I need to tell you few more terms in that treaty...
Garry:So the one part of the treaty is your allowance to have three federation shuttle in your space, they'll be completly unarmed and will pose no threat, unless you count kitchen knifes, forks and sporks as weapons that is. In excange you can voice your opinion on the council...you can add something you would like to make it a fair trade though
>>1865780
A single federation shuttle will be allowed into Monolithic space at any given time and we demand one solar mass in reparations.
>>1865788
Garry:Uhhh...what's one solar mass?
>>1865790
The mass of a main sequence star.
To put it in a way you would understand, "one of the yellow ones"
>>1865788
>>1865780
>He joins them in a Vox call
"I think that can be arranged. But if the shuttles are unarmed and contain no weapons will you allow inspection of the Crown? We mean no harm we only wish to make sure that it is nothing dangerous that will affect the lives of all of our peoples."
>He pulls up a galactic map
"The Ulta Seras system is uninhabited and it's star is in full sequence.It shall be yours."
>>1865796
The Galactic Crown lies beneath the event horizon of The Throne.
You have no way of examining it
>>1865803
>>1865804
>He is thoughtful for a second
"Well we do have a way too get inside it but it is highly dangerous and I would not want to risk it. Could you at least give us a basic detail of it's function? And we have no desire to copy it or disassemble it we just want to know it's function and if any side effects of it are dangerous."
>>1865809
All I am authorised to tell you is that its function is purely gravitational in nature.
And we will not allow organics to enter the event horizon of the throne.
This is far too close to The Ancient One.
>>1865814
"Hmmm alright we can trust you...at least for now."
>He sighs
"But this secrecy is not good for myself and the other Federation members. Even though this device may be wholly benevolent to your race the mystery behind it has raised tensions and brought the Federation to the brink of war. Please refrain from creating any more hyperstructures at least without informing first. It would spare us all a massive headache."
>>1865824
>a drone would detach from the Monolith, both remaining spherical throughout.
The Ancient will be informed and the reparations will be collected by the power of the Crown.
The Monolith plans to upgrade one hyperstructure and construct one hyperstructure in the coming months. One is a large scale teleporter. The other is a shield generator.
>>1865837
So we are in agreement that a single ship is permitted to visit the throne system, unarmed at a time, the Monolith is repaid for your federations transgression and is represented at your primitive council. And in exchange both parties promise to refrain from attacking eachother?
>>1865837
>He signs the paper
"There,that should settle this. Now all we have to do now is settle Rumarian aggression and get Rukaar to calm his temper again. If possible."
>returning from Gia, in a significantly better mood than last he was here he enters the diplomatic chambers and pins a small notice to the wall.
attention reader, the newly opened healing classes and meditation/anger/stress courses have been opened on floors 7 4 9 11.
the new academy of inter-ratial learning has been opened. feel free to join in.
>>1865845
>the comms crackle
AND YOU WILL REFRAIN FROM INSULTING OTHERS GOT IT?
>>1865851
>the diplomat would incinerate letters into the paper, making sure not to burn the whole thing.
>the letters would spell out, "Monolith"
>meanwhile Ulta Seras would be experiencing catastrophic gravitational anomalies
>>1865858
Garry:...so are you gonna stay here or come to the Liberty? Also can you my ship around,doing it myself would require entering your place
>>1865864
As the assigned diplomat, I shall return to liberty.
>the Monolith would rotate your ship before gating off to liberty
>>1865864
>meanwhile, Ulta Seras would be completely wrenched from its usual galactic orbit and be dragged towards the core by an unseen force
>>1865891
>The Admiral watches the destruction carefully. Calling for an unarmed science ship to observe the event and take readings on the strength of the gravity readings.
>One way or another he will find the truth of what's going on
>>1865924
>A rocket crashlands into a meeting room
Garry:What up!? Guess who got a treaty with the Monolith!? Y'all will also have to sign it!
>Garry's rocket falls out of the room to the ground
>Explosion is heard
>There's a pillar of smoke behind Garry
>The Zutan would finally go out of their defensive protocols, taking down their shield wall and quickly repairing their sentry
>>1865924
>the sun would rapidly accelerate, losing its spherical form and resembling a knife of fusion energy spearing towards The Throne.
>>1865945
>Suddenly Narg comes out of ventilation
>He has a bag of...something
Narg:Ayyy man, how you doin'? I'm Narg
>>1865959
>Seeing the man come out from the vent, the ambassador clad in a battle suit, would sigh
Sometimes I wonder why the Zutan bother with intergalactic relations
>>1865970
>Goblin looks around
Narg:Y'know you may need to check ventilation shafts for fungus, found quite a bit there! Also where am I? And where's Grod?
>Grod pops out of the closet which for some reason was filled with rubber ducks
Narg:There he is!...Still where are we?
>>1865976
>Kan facepalms while letting out a long sigh
>>1865977
Grod:Ey I see you got the fungus
Narg:Yep, and you got the ducks!...where did they come from, I thought we agreed that you'll find out if they have anything good on TV.
Grod:I brought ducks for new style of self-defense and infiltration I'm developing. And shows are mediocre at best, there are few good ones.
Narg:I see...sp Kan, where are we?
>>1865984
>the diplomat would phase directly up from out under the floor, flanked by a trio of cuboidal monoliths
The monolithic diplomat returns
>>1865986
Garry:Hey Mono, who are your friends? lso ignore the smokes behind me!
>There's a burning wreck outside the embassy
>>1865994
Our allies are the Rumarians.
If you refer to my guards, they are here because the Monolith refuses to be demilitarised any longer and my knowledge must be preserved
>>1866015
Garry:I don't know why did you mention it...but do you know where Rukaar is? I want him to sign that treaty. Also can't you just teleport away if there's danger? And doesn't your knowlege get stored in some super-computer?
>>1866024
Yes
>>1866026
Garry:...so where's Rukaar?
>>1866028
Probably managing his crumbling galactic empire.
>>1866034
Garry:Sucks to be him I guess...Heeey, maybe we can help! Do you know where Narg and Grod is?
>>1866037
Likely committing acts of domestic terrorism
>>1865984
You're on Liberty Prime you nimwits...