SWRPF Archive The New Republic Faction Thread (IBOP)

Asteriod Belt

IC as Isaar Vendesta:

Once Boc sent out the alternate route,
they set the coordinates, and left back out into hyperspace, and another step closer to Coruscant. "Well, hopefully we don't run into anymore speeding aseroids on our journey". Isaar said. "Hopefully we keep the route clear for the Big Fish too!"

TAGG: C_o_r_u_s_c_a_n_t

 

OOC:I need to jump in somewhere.

 

Mon Calamari cruiser

As Jemile

Jemile Doran entered the common room wearing comfortable brown pants and a tan jacket over a white shirt. Earth tones still stuck with her, even though she wasn't in the army anymore. Sighing ruefully, she went over to the bar. "Caf, please," she ordered.

 

Watery Depths, Strike Cruiser

IC as Cray Mathon:

Cray sat down in one of the chairs and watched the retreating back of Captain Zachian. One of the techs came over and introduced began to ask Cray some questions.

"Name?"

"Cray Marthon."

"Sex?"

"Male"

"Age?"

"27"

The tech entered this information into the computer. He picked up a headset attached to the chair and placed it over Cray's head. The simulation was about to start....

TAG: Gorin_Zachian

 

Saintheart

Thyferra Spaceport, Planetary Surface, Thyferra

The harbourmaster nodded gravely as Kynyard explained his reasons for not contacting Thyferra's planetary security. His eyes flickered over the displays, taking note of the Imperial vessels that were currently docked. There weren't many, apart from a few large freighters. There was no sign of Imperial military craft either, which was odd. If he checked the manifests of the last couple of days he'd find similar results. The way things appeared, apart from a shipments of supplies (most probably bacta), the Empire seemed to hold little in the way of spacecraft on-planet. Would the Empire really leave such a valuable world untouched?

I'm glad you allowed me to post the shipping records. You are correct in that I have ... ideas.


Viceroy Rook, KenKenobi, JansonYellowAces, GrandAdmiralJello, Protege-of-Thrawn, DarthSeti5

Audience Chamber, Mon Calamari Cruiser, In Orbit of Mon Calamari

Leaning over to whisper into Leia's ear, Korgrim muttered, "Not that I know anything about politics, but I have to agree with Ceon." The Vice President did not respond, as her words would surely be seen, if not heard. Instead, she nodded slightly, to recognise Korgrim's opinion. Anyone who noticed would merely think that she had nodded as she actively listened to the diplomatic proceedings.

One of the representatives, who had been quiet up until this point, decided to speak up. "Fellow delegates," he began, "please consider the practical approach of Dersk Brey'la. Neither Mon Calamari or New Alderaan would make an ideal base of operations. As you have already pointed out, Mon Calamari is too well known, and too likely a target to be declared our capital. New Alderaan, on the other hand, is unestablished. Surely you are aware of our shortage of funds, especially with the development of our fleets and current territories. The construction of a capital in the Unknown Regions is simply too costly for our time and other resources, not the least of which are our finances. There is also the matter of the dangers that are reported to be present within those regions of space."

He paused for a few moments, knowing that some would be brooding over his words, but before anyone could voice objection, he pressed on. "Since we all recognise the value of Mon Calamari as a military base, I propose that this region of the Outer Rim be further explored. Several planets may pose as having the potential for our capital. Munto Codru and Toong'l for example, and also, Lianna and Dellatt, which are located within the Tion Cluster. Each of these worlds is well away from the Imperial-controlled Core, and near enough to be used to expand the territory around Mon Calamari. And there is also Belderone, which is located along the Prelemian Trade Route. Perhaps we should investigate these planets, and report our findings at the next meeting?" If the others agreed, then the meeting could be called to its end, and the respective diplomats be given a chance to conduct investigations.


Handmaiden_Yane, Gorin_Zachian

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

Jemile was handed her cup of caf, which she received with pleasure. When she turned to leave the bar, she stopped before the face of an old friend, and fellow commander, Ace Caine. "If I could borrow a few moments of your time," Ace said politely, "I am heading over to speak with Captain Zachian of his plans for Blade Squadron. Perhaps he has something in mind for Yellow Squadron too." He waited for her response, before he made his way over to the Mon Calamari Captain's quarters and requested an audience.


Marna_Veign, Kazkid8, Protege-of-Thrawn, exodus411, Handmaiden_Yane

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

Captain Shado Fleyer greeted both Will Shard and Feylis Rhynassi as the

 

Jo-Ni sat and pulled out the message cube. She was just about to activate it for the guys when another approached.

"Hello, brother. It's been a while." he said to A-kaz.

She looked at A-kaz.

"It seems we're all connecting with our past." she told A-kaz. She extends a hand toward the newcomer. "I'm " she paused, not sure who to introduce herself as. In a moment, her descision was made. "Lt. Jo-Ni Shawa. This is my wingman, Co-Lysard. Please, sit. If you're A-kaz's brother, I want to hear imbarassing things about his childhood."

Finally, Jo-Ni was smiling again, a genuine smile. She decided she would show the guys the message later.

OOC: I'm not speaking for all girls, but I'm guilty of princess dreams.

 

OOC: Got your request, LSA. I'm not bothered by speeding it up one bit.

Coruscant Space

IC as Boc Nerranor:

The Headhunters dropped out of hyperspace, the great jewel of a planet Coruscant looming before them, its city lights sparkling.

Boc and Isaar had at last cleared the whole hyperspace route for Big Fish, with no trouble.
" Seems like our mission is accomplished, Isaar. I suppose we should go on down to a NRI Agents' landing pad. I'll get the location..." Boc said enthusiastically.


TAG: RockDragon, LightSide_Apprentice

 

No problem Lightside, i was just filling space really. If you two have no objections?

Also, I thought the Blades were still on the Surface, and that they needed to be transfered onto my ship, if that is not the case thats fine, I just need that cleared up. Thanks.

Rampani

Cray suddenly found himself istting on the bridge of a starship, the viewer filled with the scean of a starscape. A simulated crew ran about, doing what looked to be their normal duties, while a screen on the chair Cray sat at's right hand was beeping. Looking down at it he saw what appeared to be his orders.

"Commander Cray Mathon, you are to return to base immediately and break off your mission." That was the extent of the message provided. Belwo it was what appeared to be a Map of the galaxy, showing his current position, the position of the base, as well as the position of the Imperial/Republic border. A section of Imperial Space was between Cray's position and the base. He would either have to take a detour around it,which would add days to his travel time, or cross though it, to reach the base.


We'll start out fairly simply, but it won't stay that way, you may be sure of that.

 

Ulim Fyar; New Republic Senate

?There is wisdom in words, but is there wisdom in our words?? Ulim asked, the Core heavy on his tongue, rather silently, even more so innocently, from the far side of the room (a seat of relatively insignificant power or status). Only in such a body as the Republic would he have any room to consider speaking at all.

?There is no precedent for establishing an ersatz capital on a world that we alone hold dominance over?not merely militarily but completely from the knowledge of the galaxy. If we hold the coordinates to New Alderaan then it should become a castle, not a capital, and not a counterfeit at that. This subterfuge will be seen for what it is, a simple scam. Then where will that leave the New Republic? Of this, there is no need. We require stability first, stratagems of deceit second, especially to the wants of a beleaguered people, a besieged people, a people in need of strong government before the groundswell of the Galactic Empire. And so I most humbly suggest to the representatives of the free worlds of the New Republic that we begin construction of Senatorial facilities on not the planet of Mon Calamari but on a ship of Mon Calamari?at least in the temporary.

?We must not forget the war we have already fought. Before the beast of Empire we will ebb and fail if we become as they are: stranded on ritual, adrift on proclamations, and marooned on a quiescent island we cannot set sail from. We must remember the decency of mobility and the suitability of fluidity. Without these Rebellion would have been aborted and we would not be here today to discuss artificial capitals and Impression Acts. Without remembering the lessons of Rebellion the Republic will find its ruin.?

TAG: Members Involved at the NR Senate
OOC: LSA, apologies for any inconstancies between this post and yours. I'd been working on this speech for a while and posted it before reading your post. I've made a few changes to try and make it more congruent with yours.

~ DS5

 

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

As Jemile

Jemile smiled when she saw Ace. "Well, hello there. Long time no see," she nodded at his suggestion. "I'd be glad to accompany you to see Captain Zachian. I'm eager to see some action."

Jemile Doran had previously been in the ground forces, but after her husband's death, wanted a change of place away from all the memories. She didn't suspect that anyone here knew, and was truly happy for that.

TAG: LSA

As Feylis

"You two seem eager to be out there fighting against the Empire,"

Feylis smiled. "Sims can only be entertaining for so long, Captain Fleyer. I'm ready to see action again."

TAG: LSA, PoT, other Blades

 

Marna_Veign, Kazkid8, exodus411

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

He nodded toward Jo-Ni and seated himself at their table. For a moment his eyes locked with A-kaz's own, but he did not smile. Turning toward Jo-Ni he said, "It's a pleasure. My name is Daron Karri. And while I would enjoy telling stories of my brother's antics, I must speak with Commander Caine. Do you know where he is?"


Handmaiden_Yane, Protege-of-Thrawn

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

"Sims can only be entertaining for so long, Captain Fleyer. I'm ready to see action again," Feylis said. The captian gave her a nod of approval. "Do not be so eager to risk your life, Lieutenant," he said grimly. He turned to Will Shard for a moment, but did not comment. Then, he headed to his quarters.


Handmaiden_Yane, Gorin_Zachian

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

"Well, hello there. Long time no see," Jemile said, nodding at Ace's suggestion. "I'd be glad to accompany you to see Captain Zachian. I'm eager to see some action." Ace did not ask what she meant by that. He found that some pilots, and even commanders, could be odd. Battle was no game, and if he could avoid it, he certainly would. Without another word, he announced himself for the speaker, informing the Captain of his desire to meet with him.




DarthSeti5, completely understandable. I know what that can be like I have a quick OOC for you ... do you truly think a mobile base is a good idea (for our capital)? I'm just curious I guess, and you don't have to answer if you don't want to.

C_o_r_u_s_c_a_n_t and RockDragon, the duration of your mission will be conducted within the IBOP Informational Thread. Reasons for this are to provide the Empire with an opportunity to interact. I'll make an update in there accordingly, feel free to reply once it is up. I do hope it won't be an inconvenience.

Gorin_Zachian, in order to eliminate any delays from travel time it seemed best for the Blades to begin on the Watery Depths. Hopefully it won't be any trouble.

 

IC as William Shard, aboard the Watery Depths.

He shrugged and smiled as they neared the meeting room. "I'm not sure on the specifics either, although this Zachian fellow we're assigned to is supposed to be good. Maybe the Captain'll know mo...hey, hello Captain!"

Shado nodded warmly to Will and Feylis as they entered.
"You two seem eager to be out there fighting against the Empire."
Feylis responded with a crack about being sick of training sims, something Will could empathise with. He had drilled himself with them, hoping to be a better pilot for it, but nothing beat real flying, which despite his efforts was all too rare during the treaty.
He nodded in agreement and nodded to both Feylis and Shado, as he eyed the jug of caf in the corner. "You two want a cup of caf while I'm over there? I'm sure whatever these orders are, they'll involve long and tedious moments spent where sleep will be all too damn easy."

TAG: Blades.

IC as Dersk Brey'la

Nodding in silence at the support, Dersk silently filed away the feel of the power balance in this room.

These were his opponents, and perhaps, potential backers. He needed to win more of them over.
"Wise words my friend. I believe your notion of exploring the area is a good one. Some of these worlds hold civilisations, resources and wonders that died with the memory of our beloved Republic, and are now ignored through the process of idealogy in the Empire. We can exploit such narrow-minded process."

TAG: NRians.

 

Harbourmaster's Office, Thyferra

Kynyard let the thought roll over and over in his mind: Would the Empire really leave such a valuable world untouched?

"No luck so far," he said to the harbourmaster, continuing through the manifests. "Lot of Imperials in dock, though," he said casually, settling himself into the chair as he flickered through one ship display after another. "Must be hell trying to keep them and their..escorts all in order, huh?"

TAG: LSA

OOC: Pump, pump, pump

 

IC as Korgrim Vohaeros

Mon Calamari cruiser; NR Senate meeting

Korgrim continued to listen. He considered himself a relatively simple man, and thought that he felt a headache coming on from all the ideas being tossed around. The ideas of Senator Fyar were intriguing, but in the days of the Rebellion there were few enough people for guerilla tactics to work--it would be far more difficult now, with a galactic government at stake, to use such strategies. Still, Fyar had a point about the fact that they needed some sort of interim center of government while more shipyards and such were being established. The Senator who had spoken before Fyar about exploring more of the Outer Rim had raised a good point. While such reconnaisance took place, the Senate would have to be restricted to meeting onboard a mobile base, as Fyar had suggested.

Korgrim realized that his thoughts were going in circles, and decided to stop thinking. He'd leave this all to the bureaucrats--all that mattered was that once a place was chosen, he would be tasked with making it secure for the Vice President to inhabit.

 

Audience Room
as Jayden Sarn

Jayden furrowed his brow as the debate began to head onto a cyclic path.

"We had come so close to coming to an agreement," he thought to himself, "These young councillors know little, if anything of experience. He looked at Fyar and the bothan, Brey'la, and realised that both would have been no more than newborn children when he was starting his political career. He also realised that he was becoming impatient. He began aligning all the information in his head - Mon Calamari, the fleets, New Alderaan and the bothans. The matter of funds and resources, and tactics, and alliances, and treaties. The future that lay before them... and the past."

Jayden took the floor again and began pacing back and forwards.

"I would not waste our time and credits exploring the region. What do you hope to gain? Some small insight, a sliver of information unknown to the Empire? For nearly fifty years I have travelled the stars, from the Core to the Outer Rim and back again. If anyone seeks information on the planets in this system then perhaps you could indulge an old man and simply ask me.

"We are agreed that Mon Calamari cannot serve as both a political and military capital. How much better then, is any other planet in this system, or the next? New Alderaan is perfect, no further from the Core than Mon Calamari, and yet, it's location completely unknown to the Empire. The planet itself will provide us with numerous resources, and will most likely self sustain a large enough shipyard to rival even the beautiful watery planet below."

He paused momentarily, scanning the faces of everyone in the room before quickly continuing,

"Of course, I'm sure we have quite enough excess resources to expend on scouring this corner of the galaxy for a planet. No doubt we could send one of our un-needed squadrons off in search of a planet in one of the nearby systems. I'm sure they will relish the challenge."

Jayden paused again, his face was set in a grim smile.

"Or perhaps we could be so bold as to take action now and make the right decision.

"I have great faith in Mon Mothma, but I do not have faith in a peace proposal from the Empire. I do not expect a treaty. We need to expand our forces and New Alderaan IS the key."

"Ah... Mon Mothma... if only she were here, she would agree with me. She can remember the dawn of the Empire. They are too young....

There cannot be peace while the Empire remains."

TAG: NR Councillors.

 

Aboard the Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

As Feylis

"Do not be so eager to risk your life, Lieutenant."

Feylis frowned. She appreciated the Captain's concern, but...she shook her head. The Captain's words shouldn't have annoyed her.

"You two want a cup of caf while I'm over there? I'm sure whatever these orders are, they'll involve long and tedious moments spent where sleep will be all too damn easy."

"Caf sounds great," Feylis said. "I'll come with you."

TAG: PoT, LSA, other Blades

 

Handmaiden_Yane, Lightside Appprentice(It feels really weird putting your name up there LSA)


Commander Ace Caine and Jemile Doran were led into a hot, musty office, with a pool of water in one corner. Just a small one, but big enough for the mon Calimari captian to sit in. For now, hoever, Captian Gorin Zachian was sitting at his desk, calmly waiting for them to enter. He could guess about the nature of their visit, but he wanted to hear it firsthand so he said, "Welcome, Welcome. Please, sit." He motioned a pair of chairs set up in front of his desk. "I'll be blunt, why have you asked to speak with me? I'm not suprised you did, mearly curios as to why." he asked.

 

OOC:

LSA: Gotcha.


Anyways, I don't quite know what's going on regarding the progression of the peace treaty, what with PoT's recent post and Gorin's reply. Once LSA's verdict is given, I hope to fit it in with our storlyine- it ought to give some interesting urgency to the dicussion, considering it's of Republic-wide importance...

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[i]Audience Chamber[/i]

[ul][b]Kair Ceon[/b]

[b]Kair[/b] sat back in his seat, intrigued by the words of [b]Fyar[/b], [b]Brey'la[/b] the other representative who had spoken up.

Did they not understand what the Impression Act was? The young politican that had chosen to speak before [b]Fyar[/b] had- a young politician that he did not know- spoke as if the Impression Act was to establish the "actual" capital on New Alderaan- which is what the Act wanted the Imperials to think, for it would actually be a ploy.

[b]Fyar[/b] at least understood the half of it- but he seemed to think that the tactics used in the old Rebellion would be best here. [b]Dersk[/b] seemed to agree with him a bit- even going as far as to agree with the other politician in the area of further exploring the area around New Alderaan. [b]Kair[/b] knew, of course, that [b]Brey'la[/b] wasn't agreeing because it was the best course of action- he was agreeing because it best fit into his private plans.

And then there was [b]Jayden[/b], one of the oldest members of the Senate. He seemed to support the Impression Act with his whole heart- not surprising, since he stood to gain much from it-, even going as far as posing his own counter-debate towards [b]Fyar[/b] and the other politician before [b]Kair[/b] himself finally stood up.

"[b]Mr. Fyar[/b], you bring up some interesting points." he began, standing up. "You propose that we actually move the Senate to a 'ship', in order to provide an aura of safety amongst arguably our highest and most influential government officials, as well as preserve the 'deceny of mobility'.

"You are right that we must not be inattentive to the war that we've already fought- the war that many lost their lives to fight, and many more sacrificed to the ends of their abilities to set up the Republic as it is today.

"But rememberence does not mean we have to [i]relive[/i] those times and that war, [b]Mr. Fyar[/b]. Moving a hierarchy of revolutionary activist leaders onto a captial-class ship is one thing- moving the basis of a galactic government onto one is another.

"Sure, old Alliance strategy can produce positive results, employing tactics that would provide quite tempting opportunities- for freedom-fighting groups committing acts of terrorism, but [i]not[/i] for democratic administrations.

"Alliance tactics are no longer effective, especially in the setting that we are currently in. Whatever ship our Senate would be located on would be the prime target of any attack, and should that ship be destroyed, the New Republic leadership is dead. Attacking a planet, where the Senate- unless convened- would be scattered, along with a fleet and planetary defense systems, is much harder than shooting down a ship full of the enemy's management personnel.

"Mon Calamari is great in the way of a standard government capital- just as New Alderaan is for an ersatz capital that would also double to serve as a military outpost and hold a sizable fleet.

"If you would like to further explore the area, feel free- I support [b]Jayden[/b]'s suggestion to send a squadron of starfighters to scout the system. However, as [b]Mr. Sarn[/b] can assure you, there is hardly much out there around New Alderaan- don't forget that I once was the head of the New Alderaan Commission, and more than once I approved funding to inner and outer system exploration, all missions coming up blank.

"The Impression Act is not something to be taken lightly, I agree. But at the same time, every second that we don't make a decision is a second that the New Republic is without a capital. And the citizens of government- whether it be a tyrannical empire or a dem

 

Ok, I'm up for some of this . . .

Name: Erias Delmion
Gender: Male
Age: 23
Species: Human (Ralltirr)
Division: Fleet
Force Sensitive: No

 

OOC: What type of ship am I the captain of, Gorian?

Sim Room, Watery Depths, Strike Cruiser

IC as Cray Mathon:

Cray had a choice. Go through Remnant space or detour. His orders were to return to base immediatly.

"Helmsman, plot a course directly through Remnant space."

"Yes sir. Coming about on heading 257.34. We are ready to go into hyperspace, sir"

Cray nodded his head as an affirmative, but there was more to check before they left.

"Weapons, charge all turbolasers. I want to be ready for the unexpected."

"Weapons ready, sir."

"Helm, make the jump."

TAG: Gorin_Zachian

 

IC: a-kaz

it took a moment for a-kaz to realize anything going on, still thinking about that name.

A-kaz looked at the man and saw his face. NO! A-kaz started to tremble, he tried to speak out but could not. "dari-" a-kaz stuttered, he began to back away in terror, " but... YOUR DEAD!" at that moment, a-kaz backed into a chair and caught his foot in it. A-kaz, terrified, didn't notice it and began to fall back. He reached for another chair to hold him up but it just fell on top of him, pushing him down... hard.

with a sickening thud, a-kaz slams down on the ground, hitting his head. Daron...

what seems like fifty men rush into a-kaz's home, blaster's blaring a-kaz talkes cover behind a large holo projector. He smells plasma in the air and whatches the men rush into the house and tward his family.

VOOM!VOOM! blaster shots hit his father and mother, them slumping over in their chairs, not even knowing they were killed. Suddenly, a man runs in, carrying some sort of handle. He presses a small button and a dark, red blade rises from it. In one sweeping motion he slices A-kaz's sister.

A-kaz looks in terror...not being able to move, or cry out.

Suddenly, a-kaz brother jumps out and screams.

" NO!" a-kaz shouts, a blue laser hits his brother who falls to the ground, unconcious... the man with the blade, dressed in black picks up Daron and walks away, in some alien dialect he orders the men to leave.

The man turns for one last look... he makes eye contact with young a-kaz.

" you will have your revenge... soon enough." the voice was hoarse and deep, a-kaz hid there for a day, not moving... until he was found...

TAG: Blades, LSA and other GMs

OOC: i like dreams...

 

OOC:

After dicussing it with Goran, here's the final draft of my new NR Navy character.

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[b]Name:[/b] Ridely Bomaar
[b]Species:[/b] Human
[b]Gender:[/b] Male
[b]Age:[/b] 30
[b]Height:[/b] 6'0"
[b]Hair Color:[/b] Black
[b]Force-sensitive:[/b] No
[b]Division:[/b] New Republic Navy
[b]Description:[/b] A veteran of the New Republic Navy, Ridely Bomaar joined the military just in time to participate in the Rebellion's retaking of Coruscant, although his role was minimal in the form of a starfighter pilot for the growing Green Ops.

Flying under Lieutenant Commander Kilch Kanomin, his major achievement came in the form of the destruction of the Imperial Star Destroyer [i]Event Horizon[/i], a mission directly linked with the retaking of Coruscant. He later fought, and killed, the same Imperial commander as he destroyed the ISD [i]Event Horizon II[/i], this time however leading the Green Ops as their Cmmander.

This was a rather trivial victory in terms of the bigger picture, as just days later he participated in the fall of Coruscant to the Imperials. His job in protecting evacuating Rebel officials earned him a promotion to Captain, but it was a somber time nonetheless.

Following the beginnings of establishing peace with the Empire, [b]Ridely[/b] opted to join the New Republic Military Academy, where he recently graduated and awaits further orders from Fleet Command...


[b][color=lightblue][hl=blue]Ken Kenobi- And you have a nice day ;)[/hl][/color][/b]

 

OOC:

I already have an Diplomat (Who I'm quite sure might be one of the first casualties of IBOP; see main IBOP thread), but I want a Senator because they look like fun. I'm sure Sullust is a New Republic System but correct me if I'm wrong.

Name: Yuik Mien
Gender: Male
Age: 36
Species: Sullestan
Force Sensitive: None
Division: New Republic Senate (Senator: Sullust)
Current Location: Awaiting Orders

 

Strike Cruiser, Watery Depths

Quinn jogged into the confrerence room, panting for breath.

"Sorry.....I was in.....a simulator," he gasped, sitting down in a chair.

After catching his breath, he walked up to the two new people in the room, who he guessed were the new members of the squadron.

A-kaz fell to the floor, and Quinn was the first to his side, holding his fellow pilot's head in his hands.

"Someone grab something for him to drink!" the bothan yelled.

Tag: Blades

 

OOC: With regard to the IBOP thread, if anyone wishes to OOC discuss the IC occurances, I'll be more then willing to do so via PM, despite LSA's verdict. Obviously the conversation will be strictly OOC; let NRI work out the rest.

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[b]IC as William Shard[/b]

As he handed the cup of caf to Feylis and took a long sip of his own, he heard Quinn's yelp.

Looking down at his cup of caf for a ludicrous second before discarding it as a suitable drink, he grabbed a water dispenser and a mug and jogged over to his fallen comrade, handing a full cup of water to A-kaz as Quinn helped her up.

Feylis was nearby, and Will proped on a knee looking at his squadron mate.

"Are you alright there?"

TAG: fellow blades.

[b]IC as Dersk Brey'la[/b]

He looked squarely at the ageing man and heard his gruff tones, hearing an infinite sadness not unlike that of their Chief of State at times.

[i]His craft is long honed and well scripted, I should do well to watch him.[/I]

Dersk listened again to the detailing of the Impression act, and came to a decision.

"I will again, re-iterate my support for the New Alderaan venture should it prove the most pragmatic, but perhaps now is a good time to toss up as many alternatives as we might be able to do, discuss each in turn and then come to a decision.

Democracy my dear fellows, as we all know, thrives on diversity of opinion and idea."

TAG: NR lads and lasses.