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IC:

The chopper thundered over the frigid waters of the arctic ocean as it approached the mysterious new island that had arisen as a result of several weeks of volcanic activity. The most recent readings by UAVs and USVs had confirmed that the activity had stopped and stability had returned, initial tests run by ground based rovers dropped by the UAVs had returned promising results regarding possibly underground mineral deposits, prompting Doctor Johnson's expedition.

Johnson looked across the large bay of the Carriage in the other rack of wall mounted passenger seats a section of marines were seated. Dressed in black fatigues and tactical gear, with black paint smeared across their faces and the specialized sighting systems fixed to their helmets, they looked more like robots than human beings. And they may as well be... Johnson thought, thinking glumly of the Tundra's recent, and highly violent history of civil war.

Filling the rest of the massive transport helicopter were fellow scientists and technicians, a small robot, and crates full of various survival and survey equipment. Johnson had been put in charge of the expedition to the new island that had arisen in the Northwest Passage, to survey the rock for valuable mineral deposits and lay claim in the name of the Tundra.

The pilot sounded the landing alert and the Carriage lowered itself onto the rocky surface of the island. it was fairly large, more or less circular moving out from a central volcano that had given it birth. The volcano wasn't to tall, but it had managed to bring up a fair chunk of land with it, sloping gently down from the volcano to a flat region before dipping in below the water line.

Taking his eyes away from the window, he undid his harness and stood up, letting the marines storm out of the chopper first, running through the pointless, but still necessary drill of securing the landing zone and ensuring the all clear before the survey team could disembark.

Finally the section commander signalled the all clear and the marines moved back into the chopper to help haul out the equipment.

*TDS Warlord, Northwest Passage*

The carrier Warlord glided through the waters at almost top speed, surrounded by a fleet of smaller warships, and in one case, a larger trimaran battleship, it and its accompanying fleet moved from their standard patrol route towards a new island that had arisen. One of the carriers' two Carriage choppers had reported back in, saying the survery team was delivered safe and was beginning its work, and the Warlord's fleet was assigned to assert Tundric sovereignty over the island and ensure no one tried to claim it.

With no other fleets known to be heading towards the island, it seemed as though it was going to be another simple milk run, prompting the fleet commander to assign its other battleship, an escort carrier, and small force of warships to remain on the patrol route, and serve as a reserve in case of emergencies.

After several days of heated discussion in Sovietain government, it had been agreed that a small taskforce of men be sent to establish an outpost on this island.

That was all very well, thought Commander Ludovic, as the battleship "Extricate" sailed from Chatoi harbour, but he was sure that his force of 300 men, 60 BMPs, 20 T55s and 5 Hinds would have little effect against the Canadian airforce and infantry. He had been promised AA support within a week, but that left him with for entire days exposed on the island. He was sure his maps of the island were inaccurate, and undoubtedly the Canadians would be arriving at that very moment. His only hope was to find a secluded bay, one that the enemy wouldn't have defended yet, and try to land his men discreetly. Even if they landed, he'd still need a secure base of operations, though.

He picked up the microphone to the ships PA system.
"All units, this is Commander Ludovic speaking. Ensure that your weapons and equipment is functional BEFORE the end of this voyage. Report any problems immediately. Squads will be boarding in alphabetical order. Only 3 squads per barge, as well as 4 crates from the supplies bay on deck 3. That is all."

Even if his men's equipment was in good order, he felt sure that those he faced would be equipped with more than AK74s and PK machineguns.
"Order one of the Hinds to fly west and give us some recon for a good, safe place for us to land. Tell its pilots to report any sightings of Canadian, or other, forces."

The "VS Admiral Koeferl" a small armed research corvette, with one armed VLW-Transport Helicopter,
is on the way to the newly discovered island.
Captain Schorrsch has ordered 5 Patrol-Ships to escort the "VS Admiral Koeferl" on it's
research mission to the island.

Mission Briefing on board of the "VS Admiral Koeferl":

"Good Morning,

our mission is an easy one and should run without complications.
We will arrive the island in 4 hours.
The KVS-1 special-forces-squad will establish a small Base-Camp
where our land-researching crew will be stationed.
3 Patrol-Ships will surround the island and will take measures,
make sonar-pictures and take water-samples.
The "VS Admiral Koeferl" will stay near the Landing Zone and
take samples and photographs in the area.
The remaining 2 Patrol-Ships will stay near the Landing Zone
and secure the "VS Admiral Koeferl" by staying alert and
scanning horizon.
We do not expect any other forces yet.
So this should be a peaceful research mission.

Thats all.

Dismissed"

The Mission-ships are on their way, not knowing what will expect them.

Due to having their sights distracted elsewhere, the government of Antanjyl had only now managed to mobilise the small naval force which would be used to take hold of the island, hopefully before any other nations arrive. At least if they were there, Antanjyl could just forcibly remove them. That island was not simply valuable for the resources it may contain, but due to the fact that it was relatively close to Antanjyl itself. Any nation which set up a base there would have a launching point to invade, or even worse, come to discover some of Antanjyl's dark secrets which is was currently trying to hide from the majority of the international community.

Thus, a large portion of the 7th naval fleet under direct control of Commander Apros has been launched under the order of General Gares himself. To turn back would for any reason would at the very least mean a demotion, and knowing Gares the punishment of such an act would not stop there...

"Heh... I sure hope no other nation took this opportunity to set up base on the island..." Apros muttered under his breath as he sat at the middle of the control room of one of the fleet's two destroyers, "For their own sake."

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Antanjyl's 7th Naval Fleet
1 Cruiser
2 Destroyers Boreas Class
2 Carriers (To set up a base)
4 Surveillance Submarines

“How dense in resources”, demanded Lord Sollonaal.
“Very. No less than our own mountain ranges contain, but condensed into a single island”, replied the scientist who had conducted the scans and satellite imaging.
“Others will no doubt have noticed it too by now. Leave it we me. Go and conduct aa checkup on Project Defiler.”
“Yes, my Lord”

He exited the room and left Sollonaal to make the arrangements about this new island.

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Encoded Imperial Transmission
To: Supreme Commander Dagon, via Torontia
From: The High Council of Yallak

Dispatch a taskforce to the following co-ordinates immediately. Establish an outpost and survey the area for deposits of primary metals and foreign occupation. This island may be invaluable – make sure a foothold is established and held until all objectives have been accomplished.

Lord Sollonaal, Supreme Magistrate of Yallak

Taskforce Vengru:

1 Naval Battlegroup

1 Karak -class Battleship
3 Beliskner -class Super Carriers
(with 432 ASF-32 ‘Shadows’ and 288 NSB-62 ‘Darkfists’)
4 Khôrland -class Battleships
10 Sentai -class Cruisers
12 Kôan -class Destroyers
10 Arveil -class Frigates

+ troops transports

"Sir, one of the Patrol-Ships got radar-contact. 5 Overwater-contacts, heading to the island."
"Hmm, it seems we are not the only people who are interested in this island. Send stay alert to all Ships! And send a greeting signal on all frequencys!" "Yes, Sir!" Captain Schorrsch awaits response from the unknown Contacts, while hoping they have peaceful intentions.

"Commander Apros! We've received a greeting signal from another group of ships in the area! They are foreign and our spy submarines have managed to gather that they seem to be from a nation known as Doeltsch." A young boy around the age of fourteen or so quickly shouted, rushing across deck in full military uniform.

"Damn! Well... We'd better respond to them. Continue on course, put engines on full and report back to Antanjyl at once!" Apros bellowed from the front of the destroyer as attempted to get a moment to himself, "Escort me to the bridge. I shall respond to them directly..."

"Yes sir! Praise Galf!" The boy recited in an almost machine-like tone.

"For the Empire!" Apros responded off-handedly as he followed the messenger back to the control room...


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To: Doeltsch
From: The 7th Imperial Navy of Antanjyl

Hail! This is the 7th Imperial Naval of our God-Emperor Galf, responding to your greeting in kind. We weren't expecting to run into anyone out here, but I can only gather that you have come to investigate the island correct? Well I am apt to allow such a thing at this time, but be warned the great nation of Antanjyl has already staked its claim.

Signed,
Duke Apros,
Imperial Navy Commander

"Extricate, this is Firefly, we've spotted numerous ships closing fast on the island. I doubt our battleship and barges would stand up long against any of them. We haven't spotted any Canadian troops on the group yet, and we believe we have found a suitable location for a landing. Coordinates Fe21, Dc19."
"Roger that Firefly, continue to patrol the shore, notify us if any of the other ship change course. Can you give us accurate co-ordinates to their location?"
"Negative, but we can give an estimation."
"Go ahead."

Ludovic matched the pilots co-ordinates to the map.
"They're pretty close... We'd best head straight for the shore. Perhaps we can avoid them if we don't dally." But he was well aware that they would have far more sophisticated radar than he, and no doubt his ship would be visible to them before long. He again picked up the PA system.
"Hind crews C and D, get into the air and patrol the perimeter around this ship, and report any sightings. We expect you in the air within the next half hour."

"Sir, we've received a reply!"

"Hmm... send immediate reply:"

-.-.-.-.-

To: The 7th Imperial Navy of Antanjyl
From: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

Greetings Duke Apros,
we are here to investigate the island and gather information about it. We are not here to claim the island. We have peaceful intention. We would appreciate constructive cooperation with you and your forces. Our intention is, if that's ok, to set up a base camp, to study the local area and take ground, air and water samples. This is only for research purposes and to discover how our earth developed. If it is acceptable, Doeltsch will later establish a research center for geographical researches.

Sincerely,
Captain Schorrsch,
Captain of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

"Sir, they seem to be a research vessel."

"Is that all? Let me see that..." The commander muttered as he tilted the screen towards him and read the message, smiling to himself, "Well in that case they won't be a threat. Perhaps we'll only run into more researchers there?"

"...Perhaps Commander."

"Ah well, I suppose I have authority to make a deal with them." He said smugly, "So we might as well allow them to build a research facility. I doubt Antanjyl will mind..."

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To: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"
From: The 7th Imperial Navy of Antanjyl

After hearing your reply, I suppose such an arrangement can be met. However, all mineral rights belong to the nation of Antanjyl. We also plan on building a military base of our own on the island, as well as a small settlement if we discover any resources. We expect that this will not be a problem.

Signed,
Duke Apros,
Imperial Navy Commander

"Sir, fast response..."
"... Ahh, thats good news, they let us build the Base Camp and Research Facility. Send message to the "VV Doeltsch" that we will cooperate with the 7th Imperial Navy of Antanjyl to achieve our goals."
"Yes, Sir!"
"Send following message to Duke Apros:"

-.-.-.-.-

To: The 7th Imperial Navy of Antanjyl
From: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

Greetings Duke Apros,
we are pleased to hear. We will start a Transport-Helicopter after you have landed on the island. It is your island and so you should first set foot on it. Just give us coordinates, where we can establish our Base Camp and later on our Research Facility.

Sincerely,
Captain Schorrsch,
Captain of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

-.-.-.-.-

"Send a message to VV Doeltsch on our secure line, that they can send our building materials for our research facility. They also..."

"Sir, we have aerial radar contact. A Hind..."

"Ok, the VV Doeltsch also have to send us AA-Gunships and the "VS Roter Stern" and "VS Hammer" as well as the carrier "VS Admiral Kulikov" as Backup, but they have to keep outside their sensor-range!"

"Yes, Sir! Message sent!"

"Now greet the Hind..."

"Yes, Sir!"

OOC: Your RPing is good so far Doeltsch, but use capitals and proper grammer when you write - it is easier to read and looks more proffessional. Type your posts in a word document is one good way of doing it and then just copy it over.

OOC: Your RPing is good so far Doeltsch, but use capitals and proper grammer when you write - it is easier to read and looks more proffessional. Type your posts in a word document is one good way of doing it and then just copy it over.

OOC: Sorry, but I'm not very familiar with english grammar, because I'm no native english speaker. Sorry for that. I'll try to do better. ;)

Yeah no worries it was just a helpful hint. Your doing great so far.

"OK, we're wasting time here. How long until we can start putting men on landing barges?"
"About two hours, sir."
"Have the helicopters spotted any more ships than the 5 we're trying to avoid?"
"Some possible sightings, sir. Not confirmed."
"Right. Order the two remaining hinds to take squads H and D from 2nd Company to the shore. Order them to take radio equipment, sandbags, and camoflage sheeting, and set up a surveillence post a mile or so inland. Nothing big, keep it discreet."
"Yes sir. Why?"
"Because, captain, a lot a nations are vying for this island. We came prepared for a fight, so on land we have an advantage for now. But we do not have sufficient air or naval support. And when the enemy fetch their land forces, I doubt our men will last long. We are fighting a much more advanced enemy, remember. But if we can establsh radio contact with them early on, we may be able to form some sort of coalition, and take over through that."

"Captain, order firefly to return to us. We may have need of it airlifting supplies to the advance party. Keep the two patrolling this perimeter at work, we need their recon."

"Gares..." Emperor Galf hissed from the far side of the table, looking at a map of the island. They had just received the report of enemy vessels sighted.

"Yes my Emperor?" The muscular general responded, wearing a suit of black armor over every inch of his body with the exception of his head, "What are your orders?"

"Is this Duke Apros a valuable commander?"

"Er... He has his uses, why?"

"Well in that case it would be a shame to lose him. I would like the entirety of the 7th naval fleet sent out to join him." Galf said with a smile as he scratched a clawed hand across the map, detailing the route he envisioned them taking.

"And Albeleo? Should we order him to assist them with the rest of the navy?"

"No... He has his own military campaign to take care of. Though if things don't go well we may have to resort to using our air force to help supplement things at the island."

"Understood. I will inform them immediately."

"Good... Once we have hold of that island I can finally cement my power in this region."

"Of course my emperor."

=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-

7th Naval fleet

1 Cruiser
2 Destroyers Boreas Class
2 Carriers (To set up a base)
4 Surveillance Submarines

(cont: Will be arriving within the following few days)

10 Sanshion Class Attack Submarines
2 Aircraft Carriers
3 Additional Troop Carriers
4 Frigates

+Large Supply Line between them and Antanjyl.

"Sir, the Hind does not respond, it seems it is flying away."

"Hmm, strange behaviour."

"Yes, Captain. But maybe it's just to inform someone about our existance."

"Maybe..."

"Captain, we've received word from VV Doeltsch. They will send backup and materials in 3 hours. The

material transport will additionally have an escort of 5 Patrol-Ships and one Heli-Carrier. They will

arrive in about 10 hours."

"Great."

---
Meanwhile on a patrol-ship...

"Sir, long range radar has detected 2 fast movin aerial contacts, heading fast to the island."

"Report to Captain Schorrsch!"

"Yes, Sir!"

Captain Brastei surveyed his men as they worked, piling sandbags into a low wall around the edge of a forest. His outpost wouldn't be large, or about 20x2 metres, but he was proud to have been given the honour of controlling the advance party.

"Lieutenant! Is the radio up and running yet?" he shouted at the man kneeling by a mess of wires.
"Yes sir, it's just started responding."
"Good. what range does it have?"
"Only a few miles, sir. We can boost it with transmitters, though."
"Right. Squad D! Listen up! one transmitter pylon between 3! Set them up discreetly 3 miles to the east, west, south and north of here! Will that do for now, lieutenant?"
"Yes, sir. Thank you, sir."
"Keep in radio contact with me at all times! Each group take one portable radio from the supply crates!" he barked.
Turning back, he gave the lieutenant a slip of paper.
"Start broadcasting that. Hopefully we'll pick something up."

----

"This is Firefly, I've got some ships attempting to hail me. Should I respond? I'll soon be outside range to do so."
"Negative, Firefly. We read multiple incoming ships from our other hinds, and we wish to avoid contact if at all possible. Return to the Extricate and assist with landings. Over."

"Captain, we got a message from one of our patrol-ships. They've spotted two fast moving aerial contacts. Probably Hinds. They're heading for the island."

"Try to contact the Hind again. Let him know that we know. Maybe he'll listen to that!" Captain Schorrsch orders, thinking that he maybe should warn them of the Antanjyl Fleet and their intentions.
"I'm in my Office. Give me imediate updates if something happens."

"Yes, Captain!"

It seems there is something big going on about the island he thinks, while heading for his office.

OOC: i'll be away for a couple hours, dont blow my stuff up, i do plan to respond. thanks!

OOC: Away until 07:00 GMT tomorrow morning.

Lord Antor Sampetra was working in his private office when he got the feeling that someone was watching him and looked up sharply. In one corner of the room was a dark hooded figure. Sampetra put down the paperwork, interested. The man was Lui Amovsky, the shadowy chief of Banduria's intelligence service.

"Yes?" he asked.

"I have some news you may be ... interested ... to hear," Amovsky said in his half-whisper, beckoning Sampetra to a side door.

Sampetra followed Amovsky into a nearby briefing room, where the other man showed him a display from which the only light in the room emanated. It was a map showing an island surrounded by blips, reconstructed from satellite intel. The blips represented foreign naval assets. Sampetra had commanded the Imperial Army for long enough to know that.

"This," Amovsky said a bit unnecessarily, "is an island that was very copiously not there several months ago. As you can see, it is just a hundred and fifty klicks from Banduria's southern tip. This could be of strategic importance to establishing bases. And look at these printouts."

In the dim light Sampetra read the lists of resources estimated at the island and gasped. "This could be of real value to the Imperium. But foreign ships have already claimed it."

"Ah, but have they?" Amovsky seemed to smile craftily, although in the half-light Sampetra could not be sure. "If they claim this island they could move on to the barrier islands, and then Imperial territory... do we want that?"

"No," Sampetra said. "I will claim it in the Emperor's name."

"Good man," said Amovsky.

"Exactly. No foreigner will be allowed on this base without permission. I will ensure that."

Sampetra returned to his office, connected to a secure frequency, and began broadcasting his orders.

From ports in the south of Banduria, the 14th Carrier Battle Fleet set out, escorting teams of researchers, engineers, workers, and Fanatics (in case the island needed cleansing from foreign bases). Flights of UAVs and UCAVs set out in relays, recording intel from the island and returning before the enemy had time to detect them. The experienced Archon Peter Canus was put in charge of the operation, leading the fleet and its escorts along the 2 1/2-hour journey to the island itself.

[ooc: Force list:

14th Carrier Battle Fleet
1x Steelhead-class Hyper Carriers
1x Demon-class Battleships
6x Nightbane-class Cruisers
16x Chaos-class Destroyers
12x Severance-class Frigates
4x Darkgate-class Frigates
12x Lernea-class SSGNs
8x Dominis-class SSBNs
2x Warhound-class troop carriers
[Total: 62 vessels]

Air assets breakdown (Steelhead-class Hyper Carriers)
80x IF-24A air superiority fighters
72x IF-24C escort fighters
60x IF-24D interceptors
64x IF-24E multirole fighters
12x IF-24V stealth fighters
8x ICA-3 AWACS
32x IA-71B attack bombers
64x IA-71F attack fighter-bombers
56x IF-19C light escort fighters
28x IF-19D recon fighters
10x IB/X-21 VTOL stealth bombers
80x IU-1 UAVs
10x IU-2E hypersonic UCAVs (Mach 5+)
[Total: 576 aerial assets]

Ground forces
31st Division (30,000 Legionnaires; 6,000 APCs; 500 mobile artillery units)
32nd Mechanized Division (10,000 Legionnaires; 1,500 tanks; 2,000 APCs; 100 mobile artillery units)
[Total: 40,000 Legionnaires; 8,000 APCs; 1,500 tanks; 600 mobile artillery units]]

*TDS Warlord, main bridge*

Admiral Hayes slammed his fist down onto the armrest of his chair as he muttered a series of profanities that would shame even the most hardcore soldier of the TDF. The bridge crew looked back at him, the comm officer, who had delivered the CIC report regarding foreign forces moving enroute and even deploying to the island gulped.

"Comms! Open a General Frequency message from station to all forces enroute to the island," The admiral ordered.

"Yes sir! Patching through...go ahead sir," the young officer nodded nervously to the fleet commander.

"Attention all foreign forces, this is Admiral Hayes of the Tundric Defence Forces. You have entered the Northwest Passage, and thus, Tundric Territorial waters, the island you are headed to has already been claimed by the Republic of The Canadian Tundra, and a survey team is already dirtside. If you do not turn around immediately, you will be view as hostile, and force will be used. Hayes out," The infuriated fleet commander cut the comm link and turned again to his comm officer. "Send word to all assault ships, I want the full marine exped ready to hit those shores the second we arrive, also send word to all air complemented vessels to deploy pattern alpha-four-niner. Also, send word back to the forces I left on patrol and tell them to head here immediately. I have a feeling we'll need all the firepower we can get."

Tundric Fleet Composition

1x Unity class fleet carrier
2x Castamere class escort carriers
6x Wasp III class amphibious assault ships
2x Erythnul class battleships
4x Champion class pocket battleships
6x Blizzard class cruisers
8x Order class destroyers
12x Peacemaker class assault frigate
18x Enforcer class patrol ships
4x Guardian IV class Fleet Defence Ships
8x Mule Class Fleet Tenders
1x Mercy Class Medical/SAR Ship
3x Coast Guard Cutters
4x Lich class Missile Submarines
12x Shadow Attack Submarines

OOC: I just signed up, so I'm just RPing a slow start of my expedition.

IC:

The radar in the Leocardian Expansion Center detected a new island forming. "EUREKA! A new island! Lets set foot on it now!" the Prime Minister jumped in excitement to find an unclaimed, or that the Leocardians know, island. "Don't get too excited yet, Mr. Batista," the Defence Minister of Leocardia said to Prime Minister Jason Batista. "Those islands MUST have other inhabitants on shores. We MUST bring amphibious crafts to the island, along with elite commandos to ensure us that this island is safe."

"Very well. Carry on to the island, would you?"

"Sure thing. I'll get the army up to it."

Deployment

Leocardian Honor Fleet
21 DDX Class Multimission Destroyers (AA)
12 Anzac Class Frigates
15 Invincible Class (UK) Aircraft Carriers
23 AA 'War Missile' Crusiers (AA)
14 Guangzhou Class Destroyers (AA)

Leocardian International Honor Fleet
12 AA 'War Missle Crusiers (AA)
13 Nuclear Submarines (attached with 4 PBX Missiles)
10 Nuclear Submarines (attacked with 6 Trident II D-5 Missiles)
12 Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ship
3 Japanese 'Rice Ball' Superdreadnaught (with AA Missiles/Guns and Torpedoes)

Leocardian Expedition Expansion Fleet
9 AA 'War Missile Crusier (AA)
21 Nuclear Submarines (with 4 PBX Missiles and 6 Trident II D-5 Missiles)
15 Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ships
21 Tarawa Class Amphibious Assault Ships
13 Arleigh Burke Destroyers (AA)
16 Los Angeles Class Submarines
17 Ticonderoga Class Crusiers
3 Kitty Hawk Class Carriers
3 Enterprise Class Carriers
2 Nimitz Class Carriers

Commander Ludovic leant closer to the radio, listening to the pilot.
"Extricate, they just tried to contact me again. They say they know about the hind flying between the ship and island. Should I respond?"
"Firefly, this is commander Ludovic. They won't know of our plans yet. Inform them that the other hinds are taking supplies to our Research expedition on the island. Tell them it is a simple survey of local deposits and minerals. Just say you've been ordered to patrol."
"Roger that, sir."

Turning away, the commander spoke to the captain.
"Start putting the men into the barges. We haven't much time, these bastards'll be crawling all over this area in just a few hours. They have REAL fleets, you know."
"Yes sir, right away."

"Sir! The Canadians have sent us a message... It's calling for us all to back off, basically."
"Are we sure that the fleet and research ships have some kind of truce?"
"Yes sir, but we havent any details."
"I think we can use that... send this back."

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From: Commander Ludovic, Sovietain Navy
To: Canadian Tundra Military Forces

You seem to have quite a situation on your hands in this island. We'd be happy to assist you in the defence of your rightful lands from these marauding invaders, in exchange for a small claim to some of the land. We will send all of our forces to aid you if you allow us the priviledge of a port on this island, and access to the passage this land protects.

Please take it into consideration, I do not think any nation's army will stand long against the numbers we currently face.

Sincerely,
Comm. Nickolai Ludovic, Sovietain Navy

Bridge of the IYS Soulblighter

“Admiral, we have entered the proximity of the island”, declared an officer standing over the ships tactical dsplay, “multiple contacts at several points around the area – all converging on…”
“Incoming communications Admiral”, interrupted the comm. officer.

Admiral Arisâ Levrin stood motionless as she listened to the message from one Admiral of the ‘Tundric Defence Forces’. She had only recently been promoted to the rank of Admiral herself, in recognition for her actions during the war against the Kraven Corporation after her commanding officer had been killed.
As she listened, she found the message amused her. If they have already claimed the island then why are they not on it

“Ignore them and make ready for deployment.”
“As ordered.”

The Imperial Battlegroup slid silently on through the water, bearing ever closer to this very sought after island, while Arisâ made a report to the Empire.

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Encoded Imperial Transmission
To: The High Council of Yallak

Unknown activity around the target is high. Hostilities possible. Continuing with objectives but request another battlegroup be dispatched to the area.

"What?! Those bastards actually..." Commander Apros had almost lost his cool when he heard the news, especially when viewing the figures that were arriving to take the island by force, "This can't end well for our side, and I won't go back empty handed. Even with the reinforcements we're not match for them..."

"Should we ask for more? I'm sure Antanjyl has more tha-"

"No... We'll just need to play things smart and hope this escalates into a full-scale conflict between everyone else. Then once their collective back is turned or General Albeleo returns from his naval campaign we will take this island by force. But untill then we will wait offshore... Though I might have an idea to give us an edge should worse come to worst..."

"You mean those mercenaries?!"

"Yes... With the funds from Antanjyl's slave pits we should have more than enough to hire them on to attack the others without anyone realising what exactly is going on." Apros said with a sadistic smile, "But they're a bit expensive for anything long term. For now we wait... Hand me the communicator."

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To: The Canadian Tundra
From: Duke Apros of Antanjyl
Subject: Island

Though you may assume you were there first, let us assure you that our researchers have landed there immediately after the planet's volcanic activity ceased. Though we will not act rashly at this point, we will currently wait for further word from them. If anything happens to those researchers we will hold you and all forces currently responsible.

Commander,
Duke Apros

"Captain, we received a message from someone named Canadian Tundra. They say we should turn around!"
"Stop all engines! All ships Yellow Alert! We'll wait for our backup forces! Send the following message:"

-.-.-.-.-

To: Admiral Hayes, Tundric Defense Forces
From: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

Greetings Admiral Hayes,
we are here to investigate the island and gather information about it. We are not here to claim the island. We have peaceful intention. We would appreciate constructive cooperation with you and your forces. Our intention is, if that's ok, to set up a base camp, to study the local area and take ground, air and water samples. This is only for research purposes and to discover how our earth developed. If it is acceptable, Doeltsch will later establish a research center for geographical researches.

Sincerely,
Captain Schorrsch,
Captain of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

-.-.-.-.-

"Sir, this is..."
"I know, its the same message as sent before! Send it!"
"Yes Captain! Message sent."

later...

"Captain, the Backup and materials have arrived."
"Order them to keep out of Sensor Range and stay Alert! Send update to VV Doeltsch."
"Yes, Sir!"

...

"Captain, VV Doeltsch has ordered 32 Class-212 Submarines to head in our direction and give support, where possible. They will be here in a few hours."
"Great news! Something else?"
"Yes, Sir. They ordered us to take no offensive action, but respond if we are attacked. If there's no chance of getting to the island, we have to withdraw our forces, until Battles are over. They say, we should keep this as peaceful as possible."
"Good. Send thanks and hourly updates."
"Yes, Sir!"


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Fleet near Island:
1 small armed research corvette "VS Admiral Koeferl"
5 patrol-ships

Fleet near Fleet near Island:
1 Yamato Class Battleship "VS Roter Stern"
1 Musashi Class Battleship "VS Hammer"
1 Hosho Class Carrier "VS Admiral Kulikov" (45x Su-47)
12 AA-Gunships
5 Patrol-Ships
2 Cargo-Ships
1 Heli-Carrier (34x Ka-50 Hokum)



Fleet coming soon:
32 Class-212 Submarines ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Type_212_submarine )

Bridge of the IYS Soulblighter

“Distance to the island?”, asked the Admiral.
“Thirty five kilometers and closing.”
“Good, deploy the initial strike teams and get some fighters into air the on CAP.”

The orders were relayed quickly and in minutes ASF-32 ‘Shadows’ were launching off the decks of the three carriers in the battlegroup. Two squadrons (24 fighters) would soon be circling the oceans to protect the fleet from above.
On the rear of the IYS Summoner two Black Hawk helicopters lifted off the deck, pulling away sharply to the right to avoid the fighter jets currently being launched. Once they cleared the carrier the two craft quickly dropped down to just above sea level, skimming the water as the bore their cargo towards the island. As they went white lines danced across the exterior surface from the reflective waves below.

“Sergeant. 5 minutes to insertion”, called the pilot of the lead craft to his passengers. Although almost yelling, his voice was barely audible over the rotors of the helicopters and the noise of the water being churned up under them from the downdraft.
“Copy that”, replied Sergeant Garrick as he gave a hand signal to his team to indicate the time till landing. Most failed to see though as they concentrated on preparing their weapons and equipment.

Aboard the Extricate

"We can't linger here with all these fleets closing in... We just don't have enough firepower... Take us out to a safe distance, away from the island and the enemy. We can start broadcasting homefor reinforcements."
"Do you think we'll get any, Commander?"
"Probably, lieutenant. But it won't be enough. Send the remaining hinds out to the men. Are they all in barges, at least?"
"Yes sir, the last few groups are due to hit the shore in the next 3 hours."
"Good. Put Commander Linovic in charge until I return. We sail once all our men are on that beach."

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Commander Linovic studied the map closely. He was looking for a good, high plateau he could put his men on. He knew the enemy forces would dwarf his tiny army, but he was also sure that his men could remain out of sight of the enemy, or at least so insignificant as to not warrant an attack. With a good surveillance network, he'd be able to scout out any land battles, and swoop in on the weakened enemy in the aftermath. Even then, he thought, that enemy would still prove a hard fight.
He had no intention of "Claiming" the island. He felt that such a gaudy and arrogant act would draw attention to his force, and the very last thing he wanted was attention, now his escape route had sailed away from him.

He turned to watch the next 3 barges sail in. The had to be a better way of landing. 3 barges going back and forth for hours and hours would prove a spectacle to the enemy. And spectacles offer nothing but attention.

(I signed up ok...)

Making Good Time from comming Half way across Aisa,The Soviet Naval fleet,Comprised of Two Light Carrier Battle Groups,Araved Near the Island."Why is there so many other Ships?"Siad the captail of the Cleaver-Class Destroyer Giradot,"I don't know,Lets see what happends first."Said the Fleet Comander.



--Usea-Jason SNF Fleet--
2xLight attack Carriers(November Storm,Arcangel)
1XIowa Class Battleship(Irussim)
6xCleaver class Destroyers
6xAile Point Class Crusers
1xIntellegance Vessel(Andromita)

--Air Assets--(One Carrier)
10xF-35c JSF Fighter jet
8xYAK-141 "Freestyle"V/stol attack jet
4xV-22 Ospery Tilt Rotor Planes
6xH-87 Sea Goblin Helicopter(Similar to a Black Hawk)
4xE-2 AWACS Planes
2xKA-6 Tankers

OOC: will return monday 07:00 GMT in the morning. Please do not kill me, my forces will withdraw if they don't stand a chance!

Sir, we have inhabitants in the island. What shall we do, sir? a message went to Leocardia from the 3 fleets.

Proceed with caution. Send a radio message to them that if they dont move, then they shall expect the best of what Leocardia has to offer.

Yes sir


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To: Inhabitants and Neighbors of this Island
From: Leocardian Government, Naval Forces

This is the Leocardian Navy, we ask for you to move aside of the island. This island is ours to keep. Leave or face destruction in your people. Our forces will take you out. I repeat, leave at once or die.

-Leocardian Navy

The IYS Soulblighter

“Twenty kilometers from the coast, Admiral”, announced an officer.
“Hold here”, Arisâ replied.

Slowly the fleet ground to a halt, moving into a defensive formation.

“Another incoming message.”
“From who?”
“They’re calling themselves the Leocardian Navy.”
“And?”
“They say ‘Leave or die’.”

Arisâ let out a small laugh.

“They are not worth a reply either, Lieutenant. I’ve never even heard of them before. Now, what is the status of our support?”
“Almost here. Admiral Kalitia reports he will be here within the hour.”
“Very well, transmit him our co-ordinates.”

The Commander was having to shout into the temporary PA systems to secure his mens attention over the roaring of armour engines.

"All units! We are moving inland in 30! Your CO's have been briefed, you are to report to them before we leave! Leave the sandbags and temporary structures, but pack supplies onto the trucks, and take everything else with you. 1st Company explosives team, I want this area covered in anti-personnel mines after the bulk force has moved on!"

The noise tripled as the men rushed to ready themselves in the short time limit Linovic had set them.

"Order the hinds into the sky. Have two flying over us, and the other 3 patrolling the surrounding area. Order them to keep an eye out for large, high plateaus, and any troop movement on the groud. Have one check the coast, and give us a report on enemy fleet positions."

OOC: Canadian Tundra - will there be a map of this island? It would make things much easier - as of now i have no idea where anyone else is in relation to my forces. I'm thinking we could use this if you don't already have one: http://www.konalani.com/URL%20images/big%20island%20map.jpeg

Having recieved news of the suddenly increased activity around the new island, the Sovietain government has agreed to dispatch as large a contingent of her navy as she can spare. The 1st "Fleet" (If it qualifies as one) is now mobilising.

It consists of:

1 Battleship, "Defender" Class.
2 Destroyers
1 Carrier

They will hold

500 infantrymen
30 BMPs
15 Shillka AA tanks
10 T55s
5 Hind helicopters
5 Su25 aircraft

They are not expected to arrive at the island for some time, due to the disorganisation of the Sovietain military.

"Currently approaching the island, ETA thirty minutes."

Canus nodded absently, looking out across the bridge of the battle hypercarrier. Nearly as large as the massive Super Dreadnaughts of the Bandurian Imperial Navy, it was surrounded by a small fleet of escorts. The Bandurians were beginning to move in...

Canus's iron-grey head snapped sharply the other way as another aide came running. "Sir... I think you'd better see this."

The archon followed the aide into the control room, where he was shown the printouts of various transmissions. "Other fleets are already attempting to take over the area."

"Well... that's just too bad for them, in that case!" Canus smiled. "Issue order ICA4-31."

Official Imperial Message to All Fleets

Attention all groups converging on Sector Gamma Six Charlie. Uncharted island is located within Bandurian extended territorial waters as per the Lucian Corollary to Imperial Directive 1142-AC. Any attempt to create a base upon or claim the island is a violation of the Imperium's sovereign territory and will be met with all due force. This is your final warning.

Archon Peter Canus
Leader of Bandurian Expeditionary Group Lavender

"That ought to scare them a bit," Canus said as he sent off the message.

[ooc: Which of you is landing in or near the northeast area of the island?]

Inside a UAZ, part of the Sovietain convoy headed north-east

"Sir, we've recieved a transmission from the Bandurian navy!"
Commander Linovic leant over his seat to see the radio operators notes.

"Oh, that isn't friendly... Then again, we've had about five of these and I'm yet to see any real action..."

"Do we ignore it like the others, sir?" Asked the Lieutenant.

"No, I think this merits a response." Linovic steadied himself while the UAZ bumped from side to side, writing on a slip of paper. "Send this."

From: Sovietain Armed Forces
To: The "Imperial" Bandurian Navy

You are not the first to make such a threat. I would enjoy the spectacle of your navy putting its guns into action to follow these empty words, if our recon is correct, there are some very large fleets in action out there. We're safe on land, but make sure you send a message when you engage everyone elses navy. I wouldn't want to miss watching an imperial fleet sunk.

Sincerely, Commander Nickolai Linovic, Sovietain Military

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"Uh.. are you sure, sir?"

"Yes, lieutenant. Send it first thing, we might lure them into a land battle on which we can dictate the terms..."


[OOC: My men have landed on the Southwest]

4 Monk Business ships, all with 50 men each, land on the southwest beach of the island, with 1 command ship following behind. The boats are painted to blend in with the ocean, so are hard to see by eyesight, but not so modern equipment leaves radar detection open.

20 snipers
60 infantry machine gunners
10 rocket launchers
10 peasants

The 60 infantry men land first and and the peasants start building a camp. The snipers remain on the boats for the time being. A message is sent to the men on the ship.

- -
Grand Monk Al, there seem to be natives on the island, as well as proof that many other nations have sent men here. What do you think we should do of these natives, and the other nations?
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Commander, as of the natives, they have beat us here, and of all fairness, we should respect their homes. Make no hostile moves on them, only defensive if they decide to attack.
As of the other nations, leave them be for now. If they attack the natives in an agressive manner, attack them, for a man with no honor is no man at all.
---

--The Flag Ship November Storm--
Admeral Aile Ingstrom Read the Message from the Banduria Navy,"This is the largest Naval Bull S!!T I have read in a long time!Advance the DRP ASAP.And sent acnolegemant to the Sovietain Navy,I heard there good."

--The DRP Ship--
Several Power-lift and Rotory wing aircraft were being flown to a area near the center of the island,near the main mountain.The V-22 and H-87 were supplying troups and Scientice to there outpost.the Fleets Air support would help them if something should happen.

The Reports coming back from the hinds were not good. Linovic was attempting to listen to two pilots at the same time, and his notes were suffering accordingly.

"This is Mosquito, I have a visual on some kind of of a landing... I see 50, maybe 60 men. No vehicles."

"Any ships?" Said Linovic, seizing the mic from the radio operator.

"I think I can see a couple... Nothing large, certainly no larger than the "Extricate". It's hard to tell though, there may be a few patrol boats."

"Thank you, mosquito. We'll send a squad to watch their development shortly. You may return to this encampment when they arrve. Base out."

The camp Linovic was talking about was his new base of operations. He had managed to find a stepped hill near the southern mountains, and had positioned his men on the top few platforms. They were making a passable base for now, but he knew it wouldn't stand against artillery or a prolonged aussalt. Turning to the other radio, which was hissing and crackling with static, Linovic tried to decipher the background noise from the pilots voice.

"Base this is Firefly. Base, there's a fleet out here!"

"Yes, we know. There are several." Sighed Linovic.

"No, sir, you don't understand! This fleet... it's like nothing I've ever seen! There's a gigantic ship at the heart of it, larger than any cruiser I've ever seen, but in carrier format!"

"Firefly, you're breaking up. How large to you estimate it is?"

"At least twice the size of any of the cruisers we've ever commissioned, sir. At least twice the size, if not more!"

"Good lord... I didn't realise any ships that large would even be in commission any longer." Linovic could hardly believe a hypercarrier could be thrown so carelessly into a conflict. They cost an absolute fortune just to run, let alone build.

"How large is the fleet overall? How close?"

"Dozens of ships ships, sir. And closing fast on the north of the island. What are my orders?"

"Keep watch, but stay at a safe distance. If they hail you, contact me immediately."

Linovic turned away. Perhaps it had been unwise to trifle with such an enemy. The new arrivals, however... At last, a force his expeditin could crush. He had no doubt that his armour would make short work of a single company of infantry, but now he was less sure he wanted another enemy. Perhaps it was time to start forging an alliance. He saw no other way around the fact that supernations had now started joining the conflict, and Sovietain could do little to hold on to a stake of the island.

"Send this to the new arrivals." He told the radio operator.

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To: Monk Business Military
From: Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military

Request meeting with your commanders. Urgent. Check northeastern waters if you need a reason.

Respond soon, time is of the essence.

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An aircraft carrier with 570 jets? >_>

OOC: My nation is several decades behind most technology-wise: Sovietain's experiments and theorising on the creation of hyper-carriers proved unfeasable and unsafe. Thats why my men are so horrified at the prospect of such a large carrier, even if it isn't so much to other nations.

[ooc: What the hell, I spend about $29 trillion a year on national defence with my combined police and military budgets and the sales taxes and tarriffs, I think I can afford a few hypercarriers and SDs. :p

Oh, and it's 576.]

The archon chuckled as he read the message from Sovietain's expeditionary force, and tore up the sheet of paper calmly, commenting to himself that it merited no response. The man who had written it was a fool to defy the Imperium's military might. Canus radioed his orders to the Demon-class Pocket Battleship commanding the fleet, based on UAV intel.

"Find out where the Sovietains are based, and get rid of them."

The battleship and some of its escorts begin to steam away southwards towards where the Sovietain message was released from as the Hyper Carrier and its remaining escorts head towards the shore to establish a beachhead...

OOC: My nation is several decades behind most technology-wise: Sovietain's experiments and theorising on the creation of hyper-carriers proved unfeasable and unsafe. Thats why my men are so horrified at the prospect of such a large carrier, even if it isn't so much to other nations.

OOC: My point was, it's unrealistic and stupid to the extreme.

OOC: My point was, it's unrealistic and stupid to the extreme.
[ooc: And the point I'm trying to make by sending in a massive ship which costs $60 billion a year to maintain is "Don't fuck with us." ICly that is.]

--Usea-Jason Base Camp--
Now starts day two,The high mountain area gives them a good vew of some of the other camps.They noticed that becouse of there Helo only support,there Base was progressing faster than most.Just waiting for the right time...

Aboard the Felucan Submarine Trout, a sonar technician examined the data from his computers. He then looked up, "Sir. I'm detecting massive surface movement here from several directions. Also getting some submerged contacts."

Orders were given and the Trout slowly, steathily slid up to about twenty feet under the surface. A periscope rose upwards, only inches above the water as it focused on distant shapes. The Trout's Captain made some adjustments to the controls, and the scope's filters dulled out the glare of the sun and brought to focus warships perhaps two miles away. Various models and numbers were noted before the device disappeared again, and with that the Felucan submarine was again running deep.

"Sir, we seem to have detected a contact."

"Good." The archon watched the nearest SONAR screen as a submersible just six klicks away began rising towards the surface. "Have a few of our Lerneas pursue it and destroy it if possible."

"Yes Sir." The aide scurried off from the cabin atop the massive hypercarrier, punching in coordinates. Five Lernea-class SSNs descended to about 210 m and began pursuing the submersible contact at a stealthy 16 knots, while torpedoes began arming within their torpedo tubes, following the submarine back towards where it came from...

The contact of course, wasn't going home. Rather instead, became dead silent for several minutes. Then, there was contact in the form of sounds of acelleration, heading directly towards said 'hyper carrier' at about 20 knots from a position several hundred meters north of where the initial contact had been detected.

Several Sono Bouyis were being Deployed around the Usean Fleet sinced several Destroyers picked up several contacts.Concern from torpedos and Sub launched missles on a surface fleet were high since the Kestrel was sunk by them.

The contact of course, wasn't going home. Rather instead, became dead silent for several minutes. Then, there was contact in the form of sounds of acelleration, heading directly towards said 'hyper carrier' at about 20 knots from a position several hundred meters north of where the initial contact had been detected.
The sudden reappearance of the contact was not a particular surprise to the Lernea-class SSNs, which themselves had stealth measures. Nevertheless, it could prove to be somewhat troublesome. Therefore, the lead submarine launched four of its torpedoes towards the contact. The torpedoes descended to over 400 m, running near-silent on SONAR screens, until their fuel engines would shut off and an auxiliary water RAMjet engine would ignite, sending the torpedoes shooting up into the belly of the contact. With their tungsten-plated heads, the torpedoes had been designed as an anti-Super Dreadnaught weapon, but worked just as well against anything else.

The submarines waited to see the unknown contact's responce.

The bridge of the Trout was dead silent. Everyone was dead silent. A red light glowing in every compartment demanded so.

A technician whispered, "Aye, contact. Torpedo discharge straight ahead. It's chasing the decoy."

Fingers tapped at non-clicking, padded keyboards with as little noise as one might make when poking a pillow with their fingertips. The submarine's computer ran the dynamics of the actual launch, then combined with triangulation from sound-recievers on the hull of the ship itself, pinpointed the target.

The torpedo bays were already flooded and open.

****

The enemy torpedo of course, would catch up to the much slower target, a Mark 40D decoy, and there it explodes. The shockwave of such an underwater explosion would ruin listening for those 4 submarines that are so much closer to it. .. and of course one other effect.

****

"Fire."

Motors on four torpedos lit up, and they glided effortlessly forward, towards the intial contact. Magnetic and pulse sonar detection reached out, and two of the missiles sensed targets.

Trailing thin wires behind them for terminal guidance, the torpedos relayed these targets to their controllers, and the two seperate weapons officers agreed due to bearing and distance apart, they were tracking two different targets at once. - This is made easier by the second effect of the explosion. Soundwaves. They would vibrate the hulls of the submarines closer to it, making even a 'stealth' submarine 'visable' to listening computers.

Then again, sound is the primary way of locating submarines anyway, sonar tending to give away one's position. The Felucans had learned long ago that to survive under the ocean, one must have very large ears and a small mouth.

Those two torpedos would then be guided in, streaking along through the water, ignoring everything except what their weapons officers told them to look at. And that was the two hulls ahead of them.

Meanwhile, the other two torpedos, Mark 40Ds like the first one went off into seperate directions, while the Trout followed in the wake of one of the torpedos, still relying on the "blinded" state of those enemy submarines that were between it and the explosion.

Duke Apros' small fleet remained far offshore, well away from the conflict. Onboard the ship, the officers and himself had finally sat down to enjoy a meal. It was more of a vacation for them, as they watched the reports come in of the numerous fighting beginning. If anyone noticed, they would declare sovereignity and say that they are simply protecting Antanjyl interests and making sure no enemy fleets come by through the area. If they continued to pry the fleet would move back a bit, returning hours later. For now at least, they would not get into the conflict at least.

"Sir... Are you sure this is alright?" One of the officers said coldly as he bit into a piece of red flesh, blood dripping from the side of his mouth as he chewed it, "I mean... Galf might get angry if we waste too much time..."

"Ah! Don't worry about it. When general Albeleo comes from his current campaign, he can take the island when everyone is weakened." Apros said matter-of-factly, sipping at a glass of red liquor, "Besides, so far nobody has questioned us. I think the plan is going pretty well..."

"Sir..." The officer began to speak, but quickly silenced as Apros shot him a disdainful glance.

The Sovietain encampment was in panic. The hind sent to watch the Bandurian navy from afar had reported several ships headed south. Linovic could only think of one reason for this sudden change of course, and that was his message. They'd be tracking it a few miles east of his current position, but even so, a detailed search would soon expose his men.

He was ordering as many of his armour units away from the camp, into the safety of the mountains, along with 100 infantry. He had ordered all the stinger missile launchers taken out of supplies, and positioned teams of AA troops all around the base. He had given as many others as possible AT4 launchers, as well as RPG's, in the hope that if an air strike occured, he could meet it with hails of explosives. And with that many explosions around someone was bound to die. On their side, preferably. He was aware that the Bandurians might try a landing- The beach had been mined at the very start of of his campaign, but he still decided to send most of his other men on patrol and surveillance missions.

The Commander had asked for this fight, and if all went to plan his vague ideas of forming some kind of Coalition to take the island over would be realised. If not, he'd likely be spending some time appreciating the Banduran jails.

--Usea-Jason Camp 1--
"Hey,Dimitri,Look."Said 1st Lt. Artem popov."That camp also carries a soviet flag,You think some contact would be allowed?"Responded Dimitri Alexadr,A LJG.They asked the base commander,Who orderd a diplomatic mission to the Sovietain Base Camp.Leading it was Lt.Popov.

OOC: Hmm.

"Captain, a huge fleet is closing up to the island. It seems they will take offensive action against landed troops there!"
"Okay. We've got some authorizations from VV Doeltsch. Send message to the guys with the HINDs immediately. Use a secure channel if possible. Maybe we can get them off the island before they're all destroyed."
"Yes, Sir!"


-.-.-.-.-

To: Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military
From: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

Greetings Commander Linovic,
it seems your land forces could use some help.
I'm authorized to give you some support for evacuation. I can send you some ships to evacuate your troops as well as give you air-support to cover the evacuation.
I'm also authorized to temporarily ally with your forces if necessary. This means if you accept the offer, all of our Task Force will immediately close up to your position and support you with defensive and offensive actions, if you are target of an attack, but are not the aggressor.
I'm awaiting your response soon.


Sincerely,
Captain Schorrsch,
Captain of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

-.-.-.-.-


"I hope they listen to us now..."
"I think so Captain."
"We'll see."

Linovic was torn. He was sure that a Doeltch assisted evac was the best course of action, but he knew that not half of his armour could be off the Island before the Bandurians arrived. He did not wish to leave his men, but he worried that by not evacuating, he would risk the deaths of dozens of his infantry. He couldn't abandon the tanks, though- The Sovietain government had so little money, she could not spend too much on her military, so the abandonment of over 70 functional APCs and T55s would guarantee that he would not recieve his precious reinforcements.

He at last reached a decision. By sending those tanks he could not evac north, far from his camps and deeper into the mountains, they could cover them with camoflage sheeting, and turn off all systems. Bandurian bombers, and even ground forces, would be hard-put to see them, even if they did comb the south with thermal and electromagnetic. As a plus, only 50 men would need to remain with them. It was perfect!

"Lieutenant, send this to the Doelch, fast!" He barked, scribbling is message.
"Yes sir!" The radio operator leant forward to transmit the message.

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To: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"
From: Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military

We thank you for your extremely generous offer. We are aware of the Bandurian aussalt bearing down upon our position, and I do plan for an evacuation.

First, however, I shall need some details. How do you plan to evacuate my men? I have secured several locations for helicopter or beach pickups, I simply need to know where to send my men. If we are going to form an alliance, then I would ask that our Destroyer sail with the "Koeferl". If you are also willing to allow our five Hind airships to land with you, we would be extremely grateful.

We thank you in advance for your hospitality.

Sincerely,
Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military

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"Send out a transmission to all our men. Order them to assemble immediately, with equipment, two miles south of this base. Order all armour groups to prepare to move out on my command. And I wish to speak with Major Chernov, get him for me." He said to the Lieutenant, as he finished sending the message.

"Right away, sir." The Lieutenant beckoned two other operators to him, and explained the commanders orders.

OOC: So if this guy, who decided to fall for one of the most-basic of modern submarine traps, doesn't reply, do I assume he takes the damage and I move on?

I think he might be mad that he's going to lose nuclear submarines due to some really sloppy tactics on his own part. >_>

--Usea-Jason Expidition--
The Group of Eight Men Found the Sovietain Camp."Hello,Good Soviets!We,Members of the Usean State Armed Force,Would like to extend a olive branch to our fellow Soviets.As this was said,A triad of V-22 osprey powered lift aircraft,with Usea-Jason markings,Flew past.

(ooc-V-22 Osprey (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/V-22)

Major Chernov surveyed the few men who'd approached the Sovietain encampment.

"Hey, how are you." He briefly clasped the mans hand. "I'm in a hurry, but I'll pass your salutations on to the commander. We're all in a hurry, in fact. I assume you know of the Bandurians? They're coming here, now, and we can safely assume that we're about to take some serious pounding. We're in the middle of a mass-evac, as a matter of fact. The smartest thing you could do with your time is take some of those aircraft and get the hell out of here before this whole place goes up in flames."

Chernov paused for a moment. "You might be able to hitch a lift with one of our hinds... we're heading out for the Doeltsch ships. You can wait over by that copter if you'd like to entertain that idea. I have to report in, I'll see you later."

The major turned and began to jog off. He stopped, turned, and called out:
"You may want to maintain a safe distance from the bay to the east. It's liable to explode, if you know what I mean." He winked, and jogged on.

Lt.Popov Responded,"If you need,I think you can Use Our Chopers.We're about to send them back to the Staging ship.They can Stop by your ships."

Turning around once more, Chernov replied.
"Thanks, but we're heading out for the Doeltsch. They aren't expecting any other nations aircraft, so we have to use theirs and ours. We'll set up a secure line, and our leaders can talk when our men are safe, ok? I'll see you later!"

"Oh...Ok,We'll pass the News to our leads.Thanks."Lt.Popov Said.The Troups Left for the Usean Camp.Hopefully,the bombers Won't hit it,since it is in the mountains and well camofalge.

OOC: I gave him plenty of time to respond. He's choosen not to, though. So.. I'll continue on with the RPing.

IC:

The crew of the Trout waited tensely for about two minutes as the high-speed torpedos closed in on their targets, magnetic detection and sonar systems in full agreement as to where to strike.

*kaboom!* The listening tech winced at the volume of noise, followed seconds later by another *kaboom!* as two nuclear submarines were struck by the Mark 40s.

The technician looked up, "Recieving break-up now, sir. Those are confirmed kills."

The Trout would continue to follow in the wake of one of the Mark 40D decoys, using it to mask the sound of its own passage to the north of where the shots were fired.

Once clear of the danger zone, the submarine would settle into a silent-running series again at around 200 feet.

"Sir, surface engine sounds indicate that the fleet is withdrawing." Noted, of the Bandurian fleet (Since he hasn't responded, just going to let him get away with what's left of his fleet) as it retreated to wherever it came from.

"Very well. Take us closer to the island." - "Aye sir!"

The Trout slid noiselessly through the sea towards a better position to view the action from. Its towed sonar following along behind.

"Captain, the Sovietain have responded."
"Ah, they have accepted. Send our detailled evac-plans."
"Yes, Sir!"

-.-.-.-.-

To: Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military
From: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

Greetings Commander Linovic,
We've already sent our task force closing up to you. Evac-Plans are as follows:
Our Patrol-Ships have some space for infantry and a few vehicles, they can sail near the island and take your men out with small boats.
Our cargo-Ships have some more space. We can load them by using your Hinds and our Transport Helicopter.
Same is for the "VS Admiral Koeferl", the "VS Roter Stern" and the "VS Hammer".
The "VS Admiral Kulikov" and the Heli Carrier have both large flight decks and Cargo-Bays where we can get some infantry and armor to.
While evacuating, we'll be covered by our AA-Gunships, the Helis of our Carrier and our Submarines.
Send your Hinds when you are ready.


Sincerely,
Captain Schorrsch,
Captain of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

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"Ok men, where going to evacuate these Sovietain and then we'll be out of here. All men on Battle-Stations! Red Alert! When we're near the evac-zone start the Hokums!"
"Yes, Sir!"

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Fleet:
1 small armed research corvette "VS Admiral Koeferl"
10 patrol-ships
1 Yamato Class Battleship "VS Roter Stern"
1 Musashi Class Battleship "VS Hammer"
1 Hosho Class Carrier "VS Admiral Kulikov" (45x Su-47)
12 AA-Gunships
2 Cargo-Ships
1 Heli Carrier (34x Ka-50 Hokum)
32 Class-212 Submarines ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Type_212_submarine )

Linovic read and reread the Doeltsch transmission several times, to ensure his orders were accurate. He spoke through the temp. PA system, and his voice echoed across the base.

"Ok, men, listen up! C company, and Armour groups A to H, you are now under the direct command of Major Chernov! He will be taking you to safety, until we return.

Company A, you will wait by the temporary landing zones. The Hinds will carry you out to the Doeltsch supply ships. A Doeltsch copter will be assisting, make use of it.

All other units, INCLUDING the few armour remaining, you will be picked up by several ships a few miles south of our original landing zone. DO NOT ENTER THE BAY! It has been heavily mined by our EEs!

Get moving, there isn't much time! And keep your weapons and equipment on hand at all times. Thank you, that is all."

Linovic hastened to send a reply to the Doeltsch.

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To: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"
From: Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military

That is more than adequate. Coordinates for our secure beaches are attached. Our Hinds are ready to head out to your supply ships, they should be with you shortly.

I have a hind standing by for myself and a squad of soldiers. May we land on the "Koeferl"? It would be more convenient for us to talk face to face. Stay away from the bay to your west, it has been mined.

We thank you again for your hospitality. Once our reinforcements arrive, we shall be happy to aid you in any way possible.


Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military

"Ok, men. The Hinds are coming. Once they're here we'll start the evac. And stay away from the bay, its mined! Are the Hokums already in the air?"
"Yes, Captain! The last few are starting this moment."
"Good, send a message to Commander Linovic:"

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To: Commander Linovic, Sovietain Military
From: Captain Schorrsch of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

Greetings Commander Linovic,
it would be a pleasure to meet you face to face. You are allowed to land on the "VS Doeltsch". We'll give you crew-quarters if necessary, and I think you might as well be hungry, so we'll make a short lunch break, where we can speak.
Our Hokums have started to cover the Operation. We'll send imediate update if enemy forces are trying to interfere.


Sincerely,
Captain Schorrsch,
Captain of the "VS Admiral Koeferl"

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"Tell the cook to make a good meal for 20 or so men. We'll have some guests soon. I'll be out for the arrival."
"Yes, Captain!"

OOC: Have a nice weekend

The Usean Forces start withdrawing,yet they send a request for a Heavy Carrier.The Island forces temporarally return to the SIS(State Invation Ship)