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Thus Begins the Onslaught... (FT ATTN GE/AoN/Etc)

Godular
23-07-2005, 09:23
It had been about two weeks since the Battle of Thorn, and an air of elation still wafted through the myriad corridors of the Asmodeus. In that time, much had happened. The Empire had put out a bounty on Godulan vessels and civilians, the Godulans had retaliated by offering a bounty on imperial stations and bounty hunters, some group known as the Band of Seven had gone off and committed one of the most horrendous atrocities just to wipe out a defense grid, and the Empire had declared war on the Godulans as a result.

Even now, the Godulan allies, the Alliance of Naggeroth, the Germanische Zustande, and several other nations displeased with the oppressive nature of the imperial dogs, were spread out throughout the galaxy, attacking and defending against the Imperials and several freelancer nations that had some form of beef against the Germanische Zustande. The fighting had not been going well, as the Godulan Allies had found themselves outnumbered at nearly every turn by veritable swarms of imperial sycophants.

But now... now the Godulans themselves were ready to enter the fray.

General Lear felt an odd sensation travel down her artificial spine as she watched the gathering fleet, no... fleets. It was truly a sight to behold. Not only was a massive portion of the Godulan fleet massed for striking throughout the Galactic Empire, but they had two extra fleets to do their bidding as well.

The first, a massive fleet of robots devised by the Godulans and several close friends within the very alliance from which hailed the freelancer elements arrayed on the side of the Empire, The Kython Scourge had been thoroughly tested, through experimentation and trial by fire. Even now, many of their smaller vessels roamed the interstellar highways and byways, cataloging critical points for future strikes from a distance or up close. As of this moment, the Godulans estimated that they had approximately half of the Sensor grid scouted out, along with some thirty percent of the communications network.

The second was somewhat less numerous, but no less inspiring in all their majesty. The full acquired might of the Alliance of Naggeroth general fleet rested throughout the system, awaiting their turn to receive various Godulan upgrades in order to complement the task ahead. Kython ConSpiders and Godulan Ant Swarms roamed throughout the fleets, finishing off what had taken so long to complete.

A full Germanische Zustande Battle Group, and four souped up Eclipse Class Super Star Destroyers, just finished with their more extensive upgrades, rounded out the jawdropping ensemble.

"So how goes the Retrofitting?" Baron Skye asked as he came up to General Lear and gave the fleets a cursory glance.

"Well, we managed to put some more efficient power cores into the Eclipses, with a full refit towards Protium Arc weapons. We suspect their overall firepower has been at least doubled."

"And maneuverability?"

"Fully outfitted with probability drives and slipstream. They won't be able to track them easily anymore. No more ion trails or hyperspace vectors to rely on. Plus, I doubt anybody would be able to suspect the damn things of being able to move as fast as these things can now."

"A good sign indeed. How about the General Fleet?"

"Well, their weapons are rather inefficient, but damn powerful nonetheless. We have engineers working on upping the power conversion ratios. They only needed the Probability drives installed. Also, you may notice, the AoN ships are pretty damn big. These suckers can take a major beating, plus they look cool."

"Are those... giant golden statues?"

"Gothic to the extreme."

"What bloody purpose do they serve?!"

"None, by the looks of it, but truth be told, I believe that their presence is more of an afterthought anyway."

"Different strokes, as they say. Now how about the Kythons?"

"The Slaughterkings are armed and ready, carrying full complements of Slaymaster Fighters. We've attached about thirty Death Darts to each of the Eclipses, and about ten each onto the larger AoN vessels. We are not too worried about them making up the smaller portion of the battle force, as we know their numbers will increase with each kill we score."

Baron Skye nodded. "Maximillian is very proud of the Kythons. They turned out better than we had expected. How about our... long range munitions?"

"Well, we expended twenty-six Red Rain torpedos against the Chronosian battle fleet, add on the ten Arcturus came with when he entered the system at the end and we are down by about a fifth of our Red Rain supply. Hopefully we can conserve our usage long enough to avoid... running out of ammo.

"As for the relatively new Javelins, well, we've got about 75 of those, but we're making them fast. That replicator technology Balrogga gave us is simply amazing."

"I hear it boosted troop morale a bit as well."

"After several centuries of Godulan StarNavy Troopers having to live with ramen noodles and nutrient wafers whenever they were on deployment, the ability to eat a steak dinner, provided instantly, hot and steaming with just the right spices, was received with nigh unsurpassed glee."

A muffled "SAAAAAAAAAAALMON!" erupted from the corridor behind them, followed immediately by: "With... with... MACARONI AND CHEESE! And... and... and... uh... TATER TOTS! AND GIMME SOME FREAKING PEAS'N'CORN!"

"The novelty remains, even now."

"So I see... back on topic, when will the fleets be ready to move?"

"Well, we have but to finish off the minor refits to the AoN vessels, which will likely be done tomorrow. After that, its just point-and-kill for you, Baron."

"Excellent. Be ready to move. We want to take advantage of their existing scuffling as soon as possible. And remember, we need those sensor stations eliminated first and foremost. Then Communications hubs, then Shipyards."

"I understand one of our allies has taken a similar approach, and is presently assaulting Kamino."

"Then perhaps they would be willing to join our... crusade. After the sensor grid is compromised, feel free to send several detachments to assist in their efforts, and hopefully recruit them."

"Yes Baron. I had the same thought, I merely wished to know if you would approve..."

"After your work at Thorn, I do believe you will find my support somewhat unwavering, General Lear. You have proven yourself quite well, and I expect nothing less than excellence in this war as well."

Baron Skye turned to leave the viewing room, muttering "A pity about Thorn..."

General Lear found herself alone with her thoughts once again. She turned back to the viewport and continued her vigil. Come tomorrow, the Empire would burn...
Dratheria
23-07-2005, 10:16
Tag
CoreWorlds
23-07-2005, 16:57
tag
Huntaer
23-07-2005, 17:52
Tag.
Ekardia
23-07-2005, 18:42
tag
The Cassiopeia Galaxy
23-07-2005, 18:50
Tag, and don't for get my Invasion fleet at your home world, Godular
Xessmithia
24-07-2005, 00:51
OOC: Tag and yes, help with Kamini would be appreciated.
Chronosia
24-07-2005, 03:53
Tag; and this time I will do more damage...
Hyperspatial Travel
24-07-2005, 05:41
*Tag*, and Godular, whaddaya say to invading Chronosia? I'm already in the process of doing so, and as most of his fleets are away. (Read: Invading you), togethor we could probably rip apart his nation into tiny little chunks of, well, stuff that gets ground into tiny little chunks, I guess...
Godular
24-07-2005, 05:51
OFFICIAL NOTICE:

I am going to get this out of the way right now.

The Cassiopeia Galaxy, you are hereby being ignored for overusage of 'ships that are too damn big'. Trying to hurl a 280km Uber Star Destroyer at me is bad enough, but throwing a SECOND vessel of similar size into a different conflict at the same time...

There will be no discussion, on this point, in this thread. Unified Sith already knows my feelings with respect to this issue. Many apologies, but no go.

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Post coming tomorrow after work.
The Cassiopeia Galaxy
24-07-2005, 16:09
OFFICIAL NOTICE:

I am going to get this out of the way right now.

The Cassiopeia Galaxy, you are hereby being ignored for overusage of 'ships that are too damn big'. Trying to hurl a 280km Uber Star Destroyer at me is bad enough, but throwing a SECOND vessel of similar size into a different conflict at the same time...

There will be no discussion, on this point, in this thread. Unified Sith already knows my feelings with respect to this issue. Many apologies, but no go.

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Post coming tomorrow after work.

OOC: http://nseconomy.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?region=The_Central_Pacific&nation=the_cassiopeia_galaxy

27% goes to Defense
Gronde
24-07-2005, 22:45
OOC: http://nseconomy.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php?region=The_Central_Pacific&nation=the_cassiopeia_galaxy

27% goes to Defense

ooc> Yes, but your only just over 1 billion pop. There is no way you could support one ship that size (let alone two) unless it was the only ship you had and your military budget was closer to 50%. (as mine is) I support Godular's ignore and will push for an AoN carpet ignore of your nation for the duration of these wars. Afterwards, I may unignore you if you get your act together.

Tag also.
Godular
24-07-2005, 22:55
OOC: I honestly do not care. That ship is still wank.

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The refitting was complete. The ships, Godulan, Kython, and Alliance alike, were chomping at the bit to bring down fiery hell upon the Imperial Dogs. They had been split into six separate battlegroups, containing approximately one thousand vessels per fleet.

"Inventory: Star Munitions! Report!"

"One hundred and fifty six Red Rain Torpedoes, and ninety seven Javelins, General!"

"Excellent, target the closest sensor stations with the necessary Javelins and commence fire. Upon completion of iteration, I want our first fleets out there to make sure those stations are dead. Upon confirmation, commence full scale bombardment. If we have its coordinates, I want it gone."

"Sending targeting solutions... now."

Off in the distance, far beyond the limits of Godulan sight, six ramming wedges, commonly seen in Red Rain but now rendered somewhat less explosive in favor of the giant penetrator and dubbed 'Javelins', flickered to life and began to roar forward. After some thirty seconds of constant acceleration, they vanished.

They would rematerialize over, under, next to, or otherwise in close proximity to the targeted coordinates, aimed directly at the Sensor station. The inhabitants of the sensor stations, if there were any, would be able to see the sudden arrival of a massive ram speeding towards them at approximately on fourth the speed of light. Very little time to react indeed.

After the Javelins were away, the fleet vanished, taking their initial positions before commencing raids, intending to finish off whatever the Javelin's couldn't wipe out.

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The bulk of the Homeguard remained behind in order to defend against potential reprisals, however, even they were ready to join the fray at any time.

General Lear found herself curious as to what Baron Skye had planned for Thorn. She managed to catch up to him in the hangar bay, speaking with Xenith Steele.

"Baron Skye," She said, ignoring Xenith's lustful glare, "I am curious as to what we intended for Thorn. Surely there will be strikes made against us in retaliation for what we're initiating against the Imperials."

"We've taken care of it, honeybuns," Steele replied before Skye could shoo him away.

"Rest assured, General. If you have thought of it, chances are I have not only recognized it as well, but already taken steps to mitigate such concerns. You need not worry yourself."

General Lear gave Xenith an obligatory one fingered salute and walked out of the hangar, listening only in small measure to Skye's great howls of laughter as Xenith floundered at Lear's impertinence. As she passed the threshold out of the room, she heard Skye say something about free hydrogen...
Central Facehuggeria
25-07-2005, 00:40
#Tag#
Klington
25-07-2005, 01:22
clusterfuck.
Unified Sith
25-07-2005, 15:26
tag ~ Reply coming whenever I get the chance.
Doomingsland
25-07-2005, 16:05
tag
Gronde
25-07-2005, 22:24
ic> High Admiral Markus Hantano of the Imperial Navy Beta was put charged with the task of aiding Godular in their next mission against the GE. The entire Imperial Beta navy had massed at Manticore base and were awaiting orders. There were 80 super capital ships, 180 Medium capital ships, 280 light capital ships, and about 60,000 fighter craft as well as an extensive logistical organization. These ships ranged from the most advanced ships in the AoN, such as the Apocolypse Class Battleship, the Retribtion cruiser, and the deadly Shining Spear Space Superiority Fighter, to some more outdated ships such as the Veangance cruiser, old, unupgraded Empire Class Battleships and battlecruisers, and old model tac. fighters. The older ships were being upgraded as much as possible. However, due to lack of time and on-hand equipment, many would be fighting as is. Many of the older ships were still formidable, however.

The fleet was also supported by 120 Drone Heavy Carriers and 300 Drone Gunships. These craft were unique in that they combined AI technology with human pilotes. They still accomplished their main goal of saving man-power. A 2 Km long Drone Carrier only required 8 people to operate and a gunship only required 2. The numbers of these drone ships at Manticore only represented a fraction of the AoN stockpile.


To: Godular Command Staff
From: High Admiral Markus Hantano

I have been put in charge of aiding your forces in the imminent operations. Your nation has already been given controll of the AoN general fleet, but additional forces will likely be needed; that is where I come in. I simply need a location, a target, in which to hit. That is where you come in. If you require even more forces, or if you need war materials, I can organize that for you.
Godular
25-07-2005, 22:46
A single Kython drone vessel, a fighter sized spider of a ship, materialized at Manticore, and after transmitting a "Don't shoot, I am non-combat!" signal to nearby vessels, it docked with the primary capital vessel of the fleet.

Well, it didn't so much dock as it attached itself to the vessel's hull and extended a pair of antennae.

A simple missive was transmitted into the flagship:

To: High Admiral Markus Hantano
From: General Sendara Lear, Commander, Godulan StarNavy

Provided with this missive is a Kython signal spotter drone. It will receive intermittent communications from the bulk of the Kython fleet, and should your assistance be required in force, this drone will inform you.

For the moment, however, you are welcome to join one or more of the Six fleets presently engaging in 'Denial of Intelligence' activities before commencing the first of several full scale assaults.

As for War Materials, if you could arrange the transfer of several large shipments of Raw Material, we would greatly appreciate it. The Kythons require the materials for their self-propagation, and it would be nice to have some on hand in the event feeding on the remains of broken enemy vessels should not provide sufficient construction supplies.

Respectfully,
General Lear
Doomingsland
26-07-2005, 17:58
2nd Imperial Crusader Fleet

Amidst the darkened bridge of the fleet's flagship, the Doomgiver, nightmarish creatures scurried to and fro, working the controls of the mighty vessel. Under the command of High Lord Praetor Skorm, the fleet would decend upon the AoN force in the name of the Galactic Empire.

His command chair, which more or less resembled a throne, was constructed of the skulls of creatures of varrying races. All had been killed by Skorm's own hand. He had the feeling he would be killing many more in the approaching hours.

The first order of buisiness would be to fortify the systems near the AoN intrusion and protect them from invasion. Of course, to a Dooman, protecting the planet from invasion often meant making it uninhabbitable...

OOC:Ugh, sorry for the crap post, but I'm short of time.
Xessmithia
27-07-2005, 01:12
Elliot looked over ONI's report. It appeared that there were forces attacking key installations of the Galactic Empire, it was just the opportunity that Third Fleet/GFFA division was looking for.

Elliot walked to her officer door and stepped out onto the flag bridge of the XNV Nightingale. "Order the fleet to this system. We have reports of Godular activity there and we want them to know we stand behind them." She said as she handed her astrogator the co-ordinates for the mentioned system. "We may wind up in the middle of combat so I'm going to be issuing general quarters before we arrive. Good luck everyone."

Moments later the fleet engaged their tachyon conversion drives and swept towards the system at 6000 light-years per hour.
Godular
16-08-2005, 22:51
You know what?

Bump for possible post later... wanna see if I can bring this sucker back up for shits and giggles.