NationStates Jolt Archive

Deep in a unmolested galaxy, the Class M planet of Alagaësia, capital of the alliance known as the International Space Exploration And Protection Agency, or the I.S.E.A.P.A. for short, drifted like a jewel in the night sky of space.

The planetary defences, put into place by all the member nations, were manned and ready. It was time for the first full gathering of the I.S.E.A.P.A. Senate.

Thus, a message was sent by curiour(sp?) to all member nations requesting their presence inside the Senate chambers (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/ISEAPA%20Stuff/Locations/CouncilChambers03.jpg) inside the capital building (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/ISEAPA%20Stuff/Locations/m_gate.jpg) on Alagaësia.

OOC: A'right, guys. Here is where I leave the RPing up to you. All you have to do is arrive at the co-ordinates you've already supposedly recieved at the time and date indicated in the missive. You can RP recieving the message if you want and take things from there.

The Bekhaeran delegatieof I.S.E.A.P.A had departed Bekhaerabefore the war had come to the planets system and so had little news of what was going on as she entered the system upon where the I.S.E.A.P.A chambers were

The co ordinates she had been given had taken ehre to aplace not even the Bekhaerans had known of until recently, a planet known as Alagaësia, where all alliance members had fortified the planet..they didnt want a war to come to it

The Bekhaeran delegate was known as Te' Vanda Sha or Vanda, it was her job within the alliance to usher in a new age of strength and peace for her empire, they had never been part of an organisation with such great potential as I.S.E.A.P.A. had and failures had always happened with previous allainces and organizations

Her vessel, The Matriach landed was heading towards Alagaësia before her ship sent a message to her allies

"This is Te' Vanda Sha of the Bekhaeran empire requesting entry to Alagaësia, I am here and am requested at the senate chambers of the alliance"

And with that the Matriarch sped towards Alagaësia with haste, a new dawn had arrived for her people, she would do her best to make sure this alliance was strong and not corrupt like the old alliances she had heard of

The Snake Eater delegation, consisting of only one representative, arrived in the system after a long, fairly exhausting journey. As Snake Eaters had been deemed responsible for the military power of the I.S.E.A.P.A, the orbital defences were one of their responsibilites, along with overall military force. Her, for it was a woman who piloted the small, almost completley unmarked shuttlecraft, objectives had been plainly set for her by Lord-President Barbarossa; ensure that Snake Eaters was a prominent voice, and that their department was not made to suffer by others with differing agendas.

As she slide into orbit around the planet, she sent the first communication:

Alagaësia Control, this is SE-02, requesting permission to land.

OOC: Snake Eaters Is In Charge of Military Power? Have We Been Assigned Certain Roles :S

IC:

Te' Vanda's ship was set to land in one of the planets landing bays, she had no idea what role she would be charged with within I.S.E.A.P.A. and no clue as to what the Senate of this alliance woul discuss

As the Matriarch entered the orbit she placed the vessel on auto pilot as she changed into her official uniform

She was flanked by 2 Elite Chimera Troops who acted as as her assistants as well as protectors

She left the Matriarch and exited to be greeted by a representitive of the Alliance and of Alagaësia

"My name is Te' Vanda Shah, representative of the Bekhaeran Empire...Please instruct me to the Senate Chambers and thank you for meeting me here..it is an honour" she spoke with grace as she and her two companions were met by the Alagaësian meeting party

The Snake Eater delegation, consisting of only one representative, arrived in the system after a long, fairly exhausting journey. As Snake Eaters had been deemed responsible for the military power of the I.S.E.A.P.A, the orbital defences were one of their responsibilites, along with overall military force. Her, for it was a woman who piloted the small, almost completley unmarked shuttlecraft, objectives had been plainly set for her by Lord-President Barbarossa; ensure that Snake Eaters was a prominent voice, and that their department was not made to suffer by others with differing agendas.

As she slide into orbit around the planet, she sent the first communication:

Alagaësia Control, this is SE-02, requesting permission to land.

One of the SeaQuestian built stations in orbit of the world was in charge of the section the Snake Eater ship had arrived in.

"SE-2, you are cleared for Landing Pad Alpha. Uploading the co-ordinates to you now," came the crisp reply of the station's traffic control officer.

Landing Pad Alpha was one of a group of pads in the plains surrounding the structure of the capital building.

OOC: Snake Eaters Is In Charge of Military Power? Have We Been Assigned Certain Roles :S

IC:

Te' Vanda's ship was set to land in one of the planets landing bays, she had no idea what role she would be charged with within I.S.E.A.P.A. and no clue as to what the Senate of this alliance woul discuss

As the Matriarch entered the orbit she placed the vessel on auto pilot as she changed into her official uniform

She was flanked by 2 Elite Chimera Troops who acted as as her assistants as well as protectors

She left the Matriarch and exited to be greeted by a representitive of the Alliance and of Alagaësia

"My name is Te' Vanda Shah, representative of the Bekhaeran Empire...Please instruct me to the Senate Chambers and thank you for meeting me here..it is an honour" she spoke with grace as she and her two companions were met by the Alagaësian meeting party

OOC: Yes, he was. He's Military Director on the forums to indicate this.

IC: The craft touched down on Landing Pad Gamma. Lord Raiden was there to greet the Bekhaeran Senator.

"Welcome to Alagaësia," he said giving a bow in greeting, "Senator Te' Vanda Shah," he paused as he looked up to see the Snake Eater's shuttle pass by over-head on its way to Landing Pad Alpha, "It seems the second Senator has arrived."

He returned his gaze to Senator Te' Vanda Shah and continued, "Now, please follow me."

Raiden led the way down a stone path through the grass of the fields towards the Millenium Tower, better known informally as the I.S.E.A.P.A. capital building.

The massive structure rose to a breath-taking height of one kilometer into the sky and spread out to three point two kilometers at the base. Inside was enclosed a self-contained biosphere with its own ecosystem. The council chamber was buried several stories down for protection from orbital bombardment.

Once inside, Raiden led the group into a lift that took them down to an access corrider that led directly to a door that opened onto one of the path's that led to the central dias of the senate chamber.

OOC: I'm assuming you've sent a shuttle planetside. If I'm wrong, let me know.

"Thank yu Lord Raiden" Vand replied as she followed the lord to the Millenium Tower, she wished this alliance to finally realign the power and control that the other allainces had assumed, weakening many whiel the large became even more powerful...this woudl shift the balance to the way it was meant to be she hoped

The Building she was entering to her was most impressive, a beacon she thought for a new era, the chamber was underground for protection but she wouldnt mind..she knew it was for safety and not for any other eeason, her Chimera guards watched around them, half suspicous, half intrigues at what lay before them

"Most impressive...I have never seen a building of such magnificence before" her guard Samael replied, "most beautiful"

One of the SeaQuestian built stations in orbit of the world was in charge of the section the Snake Eater ship had arrived in.

"SE-2, you are cleared for Landing Pad Alpha. Uploading the co-ordinates to you now," came the crisp reply of the station's traffic control officer.

Landing Pad Alpha was one of a group of pads in the plains surrounding the structure of the capital building.


The diplomatic shuttle (http://www.shipschematics.net/startrek/images/federation/runabout_anaconda.jpg) came down through the atmosphere gently, it's near silent ion sublight engines giving it the power required to traverse the short distance. Aerogel panels on the underside abosorbed the heat as she approached the landing pad. Three 'feet' emerged from the underside of the craft, cushioning the landing as coolant began to vent, draining away the excess heat. She shut down the ships systems, and waited a moment before opening the rear hatch, walking out in the sunshine. She arrived without companions, as it was not the Snake Eater way to advertise power through overt displays, be they of weaponry or otherwise, but through the power to decieve. Like a true snake, they would decieve until the last moment, before striking full force when it was required. Besides, as a precaution, she had her side-arm, tucked neatly into a shoulder holster that could not be seen beneath her suit jacket. Like all Snake Eaters, she had served in the military, and had served in the Generals Corps. Whilst still trained for combat, she had not had to fire a weapon at an enemy solider more than once during her time served, and she felt comfortable with the weight under her arm. A fully-loaded Glock 20 (http://marina.fortunecity.com/harbour/347/10mmJames/JR03.jpg) wasn't too much to bear. It was odd, that such an advanced nation would still be using some form of chemical-explosive based weapon, but it had served them well enough, and looked set to continue for a few years to come

She was not an unattractive woman. Standing at some five foot ten, she had a good complexion, and a face that had naturally high cheekbones. Her figure was graceful, but she dressed fairly conservatively for such an important meeting. Knee-length black skirt, with a light blue blouse, open at the top, a jacket slung around her shoulders and buttoned at the midriff. Her hair was dark, with some highlights within, and fell to her shoulders naturally, but was tied back right now to maintain her appearance.

She started towards the exit from the landing pad, making sure the shuttle was secure before she did so. As she walked, she could see the welcoming delegation waiting for her. There was a slight bout of nerves within, but she pushed through it, and continued to walk towards them,"Good morning. Catherine Linton, appointed Senator from Snake Eaters."

"Thank yu Lord Raiden" Vand replied as she followed the lord to the Millenium Tower, she wished this alliance to finally realign the power and control that the other allainces had assumed, weakening many whiel the large became even more powerful...this woudl shift the balance to the way it was meant to be she hoped

The Building she was entering to her was most impressive, a beacon she thought for a new era, the chamber was underground for protection but she wouldnt mind..she knew it was for safety and not for any other eeason, her Chimera guards watched around them, half suspicous, half intrigues at what lay before them

"Most impressive...I have never seen a building of such magnificence before" her guard Samael replied, "most beautiful"

Raiden, overhearing the guards comment, replied, "The Millenium Tower took eleven years to fully construct. Larger than many starships, there are secrets it contains that we hope won't have to be used."

He gestured at the table at the center of the dias that would be used for this meeting. Due to the current small amount of I.S.E.A.P.A. members, the dias would be the only part used today and the vast rows of representative seats around it wouldn't be used.

The diplomatic shuttle (http://www.shipschematics.net/startrek/images/federation/runabout_anaconda.jpg) came down through the atmosphere gently, it's near silent ion sublight engines giving it the power required to traverse the short distance. Aerogel panels on the underside abosorbed the heat as she approached the landing pad. Three 'feet' emerged from the underside of the craft, cushioning the landing as coolant began to vent, draining away the excess heat. She shut down the ships systems, and waited a moment before opening the rear hatch, walking out in the sunshine. She arrived without companions, as it was not the Snake Eater way to advertise power through overt displays, be they of weaponry or otherwise, but through the power to decieve. Like a true snake, they would decieve until the last moment, before striking full force when it was required. Besides, as a precaution, she had her side-arm, tucked neatly into a shoulder holster that could not be seen beneath her suit jacket. Like all Snake Eaters, she had served in the military, and had served in the Generals Corps. Whilst still trained for combat, she had not had to fire a weapon at an enemy solider more than once during her time served, and she felt comfortable with the weight under her arm. A fully-loaded Glock 20 (http://marina.fortunecity.com/harbour/347/10mmJames/JR03.jpg) wasn't too much to bear. It was odd, that such an advanced nation would still be using some form of chemical-explosive based weapon, but it had served them well enough, and looked set to continue for a few years to come

She was not an unattractive woman. Standing at some five foot ten, she had a good complexion, and a face that had naturally high cheekbones. Her figure was graceful, but she dressed fairly conservatively for such an important meeting. Knee-length black skirt, with a light blue blouse, open at the top, a jacket slung around her shoulders and buttoned at the midriff. Her hair was dark, with some highlights within, and fell to her shoulders naturally, but was tied back right now to maintain her appearance.

She started towards the exit from the landing pad, making sure the shuttle was secure before she did so. As she walked, she could see the welcoming delegation waiting for her. There was a slight bout of nerves within, but she pushed through it, and continued to walk towards them,"Good morning. Catherine Linton, appointed Senator from Snake Eaters."

General Amon (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/New%20SeaQuest/amon.jpg) was waiting quietly.

"Welcome to Alagaësia, Senator," he said as he bowed in greeting, "My name's Amon. Perhaps later you would like to try your weapon on the firing range," he then added, to avoid confusion, "the smell of gun oil is unmistakable. You'll also need to check any ammo you have with security. Loaded weapons are not permitted inside the senate chamber for safety and security purposes. I hope you understand."

The Eternal ship now had arrived in orbit of Alagaësia and after scanning the world and the system quickly the ship preceded forward. After entering itself in orbit the Eternal ship sent this message to the world below:

“We have come to represent the newly joined Eternals in the ISEAPA in this meeting and we request permission to land at an facility and the coordinates of it.”

"Eleven years... its beauty is matched only by its secerst and intricaties I see" gestured Samael

They sat down at the tabel in the centre of the Dias, virtually empty, she knew this would be liek it due to the fact there were not many in the alliance

The Eternal ship now had arrived in orbit of Alagaësia and after scanning the world and the system quickly the ship preceded forward. After entering itself in orbit the Eternal ship sent this message to the world below:

“We have come to represent the newly joined Eternals in the ISEAPA in this meeting and we request permission to land at an facility and the coordinates of it.”

"Clearance granted. You're cleared for Landing Pad Theta. Uploading co-ordinates to you know," came the friendly voice of the local traffic control officer for that section of orbital space.

"Eleven years... its beauty is matched only by its secerst and intricaties I see" gestured Samael

They sat down at the tabel in the centre of the Dias, virtually empty, she knew this would be liek it due to the fact there were not many in the alliance

Raiden smiled, "You would be surprised to learn of many of this construct's hidden features. Though some will have to be kept secret for now to avoid word getting to the forces of darkness that gather even now to confront this alliance."

Vanda looked puzzled,
"The alliance already has enemies? Well they're being paranoid even before the first meeting" she chuckled as Samael and Walter her bodyguards discussed other things

She awaited the remaining I.S.E.A.P.A. members arrival so the first meeting could proceed

Vanda looked puzzled,
"The alliance already has enemies? Well they're being paranoid even before the first meeting" she chuckled as Samael and Walter her bodyguards discussed other things

She awaited the remaining I.S.E.A.P.A. members arrival so the first meeting could proceed

"Sorry to say it," replied Raiden, "but yes, they do exist. The I.S.E.A.P.A. is a force for good, truth, justice, and liberty. There are those, the forces of darkness, who have goals opposite of our own. The nation of Shadow SeaQuest, for example, seeks to promote darkness. They've already slain the population of an entire world. Last I heard, they had even approached the forces of Chaos in the form of Chronosia seeking terms of alliance. Knowing Phobos, he'll probably start an alliance of darkness and shadow to counter our alliance of light."

"An alliance of light versus an alliance of darkness... such was the way of things within the universe, I have experienced this first hand with the orders of Sith & jedi..." Vanda replied, a former Padawan herself before she left the order to take up this role, a role her parents had once taken, ambassadors to other wolrds

She sat down expecting fellow delegates...she continued to wait , whilst she did she began to think back to her youth...she was not of the Bekhaeran royal house and few who were not became ambassadors especially if you were of foreign descent as she was, born into a Mandalorian family but born In Bekhaeran to Bekhaeran/Mandalorians she understood the concept of winning and giving your all but alos when beaten accept defeat

She would not lose for he people though that is why she asked to becoem the chosen representative of Bekhaera..so she coul help the empire

"Clearance granted. You're cleared for Landing Pad Theta. Uploading co-ordinates to you know," came the friendly voice of the local traffic control officer for that section of orbital space.With the coordinate the ship landed at Landing Pad Theta and after all of the landing procedures were completed the ships suddenly turned into a golden color. Through the golden hull three Eternals emerged through the hull and then walked to meet the person who would greet them…

"An alliance of light versus an alliance of darkness... such was the way of things within the universe, I have experienced this first hand with the orders of Sith & jedi..." Vanda replied, a former Padawan herself before she left the order to take up this role, a role her parents had once taken, ambassadors to other wolrds

She sat down expecting fellow delegates...she continued to wait , whilst she did she began to think back to her youth...she was not of the Bekhaeran royal house and few who were not became ambassadors especially if you were of foreign descent as she was, born into a Mandalorian family but born In Bekhaeran to Bekhaeran/Mandalorians she understood the concept of winning and giving your all but alos when beaten accept defeat

She would not lose for he people though that is why she asked to becoem the chosen representative of Bekhaera..so she coul help the empire

Raiden smiled, "In my honest opinion, Phobo's potential alliance of darkness is more about a child rebelling against his father than a true desire to be evil. Of course, just because one is dark it does not mean they are evil. Though, when the Abyss is involved, things tend to be hard to predict."

With the coordinate the ship landed at Landing Pad Theta and after all of the landing procedures were completed the ships suddenly turned into a golden color. Through the golden hull three Eternals emerged through the hull and then walked to meet the person who would greet them…

Ambassador Terinxx greated them. Finishing scratching an itchy patch of skin covered in the Furling's fur on the back of his left hand, he bowed in greeting and said, "Welcome to Alagaësia. My name's Terinxx. Nice ship you've got there, but I've got to ask, does it come in red?"

He let a soft snicker out at the end. It was obvious he was just being cheerful in asking about the color. Of course, some could mistake his humor here for a serious question.

Two of the Eternals let out a small smile while the other said,” Well, of course it comes in red!”

Waving his right hand the ship turned red as his hand waved down it. The he jokingly said,” Now does that suit you well enough?”

Two of the Eternals let out a small smile while the other said,” Well, of course it comes in red!”

Waving his right hand the ship turned red as his hand waved down it. The he jokingly said,” Now does that suit you well enough?”
Terinxx let out a loud guffaw(sp?).

With an idiotic grin on his muzzle, he replied, "My friend, with that sense of humor we can go far together. I can just picture it now, our own stand-up comedy tour. What do you think?"

"Phobos is your son!" Vanda exclaimed, she had not knwon this but it was common knowledge to many, "Why does he choose to fight against you...and he amassed a force so quickly" Vanda enquired

She sipped from her glass of sweet berry juice, she ddi not drink, she saw what it had done to her father

"Tell me..could Phobos be beaten by this alliance if one day we sought to...I mean to challenge one's own father....I find that most dishonorable" She continues

"Ah yes m'lday but, things are not as straight forward as we would wish them to be...it can be attributed to a certain factor or two such as aspiring to be like one's father or being caught under the father's shadow... and then you ahve things liek greed power envy..they cannot be forgotten" Samael quickly replied..for a soldier..he was intelligent... as his emperor once said to him

"Dont get many of them around these days..the ones you do find end up in the most disgusting of places with the worst fashion sense this side of Coruscant"

Terinxx let out a loud guffaw(sp?).

With an idiotic grin on his muzzle, he replied, "My friend, with that sense of humor we can go far together. I can just picture it now, our own stand-up comedy tour. What do you think?"The Eternal thought for a second and then replied,” Yes, that would be great to travel across the universe doing stand up comedy for all peoples to see.”

"Phobos is your son!" Vanda exclaimed, she had not knwon this but it was common knowledge to many, "Why does he choose to fight against you...and he amassed a force so quickly" Vanda enquired

She sipped from her glass of sweet berry juice, she ddi not drink, she saw what it had done to her father

"Tell me..could Phobos be beaten by this alliance if one day we sought to...I mean to challenge one's own father....I find that most dishonorable" She continues

"Ah yes m'lday but, things are not as straight forward as we would wish them to be...it can be attributed to a certain factor or two such as aspiring to be like one's father or being caught under the father's shadow... and then you ahve things liek greed power envy..they cannot be forgotten" Samael quickly replied..for a soldier..he was intelligent... as his emperor once said to him

"Dont get many of them around these days..the ones you do find end up in the most disgusting of places with the worst fashion sense this side of Coruscant"

Raiden, who was drinking from a glass he had poured from one of the pitchers of water on the table, started coughing as the comment caused water to flow down his windpipe.

When he recovered, he shook his head and said, "No, he's not my son, but he is a member of the SeaQuestian royal family. His father, the SeaQuestian Emperor, is busy managing the nation as well as other matters and was unable to attend this gathering.

"As for the dishonor you see in a youth rebelling against a parental figure, something that I thought was common everywhere, only more drastic in Phobo's case due to that his position gave him access to things normal people his age can't get at.

"And the Abyss's influence also has to be factored in. We don't exactly know what the Abyss is, but Phobos was dark to begin with and didn't aspire to what he does now until he saved his sister, Princess Elyon, now leader of SeaQuest DSV, from the Abyss. Somehow, he and the Abyss become one in the process."

The Eternal thought for a second and then replied,” Yes, that would be great to travel across the universe doing stand up comedy for all peoples to see.”

Terinxx snorted, "We'll continue this discussion later. Now, however, we've got to get to the Senate chamber for the real reason we are all here."

The Furling led the way along a similar route as the others had led their charges to the the underground section of the Millenium Tower containing the Senate chamber.

"Ah I see..do forgive my foolishness" Vanda asked, "The Abyss...what is this Abyss..you make it out to be a place of eternal damnation.a malevolant force at work there...sounds ntriguing..and is there no way to bring Phobos back to the light"

She sipped more water, she awaited the remaing members to arrive, soon she thought there would be the sound of voices filling this chamber with discussion on the glaxies and its people

"Ah I see..do forgive my foolishness" Vanda asked, "The Abyss...what is this Abyss..you make it out to be a place of eternal damnation.a malevolant force at work there...sounds ntriguing..and is there no way to bring Phobos back to the light"

She sipped more water, she awaited the remaing members to arrive, soon she thought there would be the sound of voices filling this chamber with discussion on the glaxies and its people

"The Abyss wasn't a place," Raiden replied, "but an entity. Some say it was the personification of all the darkness that has ever existed and will ever exist in every reality. Personally, I haven't decided due to the lack of information.

"Though, I do think that this his councious mind was overwhelmed by the fusion and his subcounsious has taken over control of the body to enable survival. As he was never of the light, that was his sister's department, what really needs to be done is to bring him back to the side of good. Light and Dark can't exist without the other, probably why the Emperor's children embody one of the two aspects."

A rift in space ripped itself open, leading to Fluidic Space. From out of it came a single Octopus Ship, and one of the Rare Three Winged Guardian Space Dragons of Ri-an. This one's name was Dalshan.

"Ri-an requesting permission to beam aboard." Came a Human voice. This in and of itself was an oddity, as it was usually a Computerised voice transmitting the Aquamarinian's words, only translated to common. The Voice sounded, feminine.

"We also bring, to contribute to the defense of this , the Capitol base of our Glorious Alliance, Dalshan, one of the most powerful Space Dragons, and one of the wisest. Communicate with him, as you would any ship. His Frequency is in the higher ranges." The Voice said.

A rift in space ripped itself open, leading to Fluidic Space. From out of it came a single Octopus Ship, and one of the Rare Three Winged Guardian Space Dragons of Ri-an. This one's name was Dalshan.

"Ri-an requesting permission to beam aboard." Came a Human voice. This in and of itself was an oddity, as it was usually a Computerised voice transmitting the Aquamarinian's words, only translated to common. The Voice sounded, feminine.

"We also bring, to contribute to the defense of this , the Capitol base of our Glorious Alliance, Dalshan, one of the most powerful Space Dragons, and one of the wisest. Communicate with him, as you would any ship. His Frequency is in the higher ranges." The Voice said.
The response from the local traffic control officer assigning any ships not going planet side safe orbital paths came almost instantly.

A response message was also sent, "Whatever you plan to do, you've been cleared for Landing Pad Pi. Uploading the co-ordinates to you know. Be aware that three other Senatorial parties have already arrived and are now planetside.

"As for Dalshan, our A.I. will be contacting him shortly."

The Octopus ship landed, and attached itself to the Landing pad like a Real octopus clinging to the side of a Ship. It wasn't going anywhere.

One of the legs opened, and out strolled a woman in Robes that accuratly reflected the local area of space, as well as three Aqua Marinians, and two four armed Gareens.

Dalshan landed on a nearby floating rock in space, and settled down for a long wait.

The Octopus ship landed, and attached itself to the Landing pad like a Real octopus clinging to the side of a Ship. It wasn't going anywhere.

One of the legs opened, and out strolled a woman in Robes that accuratly reflected the local area of space, as well as three Aqua Marinians, and two four armed Gareens.

Dalshan landed on a nearby floating rock in space, and settled down for a long wait.

Dalshan didn't have long to wait. A curious A.I. contacted him on the specified frequency for a little chit-chat. As long as the great dragon was in range of a SeaQuestian ship or station, he wouldn't run out of people, A.I. or organic, to talk to while wiling the time away.

Meanwhile, on the surface, Miho Karasuma bowed in greeting and said, "Welcome to Alagaësia, Senator."

OOC: Is this the same space sorcer(sp?) that was around when Miho last visited Ri-an? Speaking of which, what ever happened to the Shadow Saga RP?

Terinxx snorted, "We'll continue this discussion later. Now, however, we've got to get to the Senate chamber for the real reason we are all here."

The Furling led the way along a similar route as the others had led their charges to the the underground section of the Millenium Tower containing the Senate chamber. The same Eternal that had made the joke said,” Alright, then let us proceed.”

Yet, as they continued deeper into the Millennium Tower the Eternals now began to be ever more serious as the y now began to take on a on their more logical sides which they were infamous for. As well, they began to talk to one another in the ancient Eternal language on the matters of the meeting.

OOC: yes. And, it died. 90% of the players vanished.

IC:

Dalshan's voice was young and strong.

"Who, or what, are you?" he asked.

Surface...

"It has been awhile, Miho." Laet said

The same Eternal that had made the joke said,” Alright, then let us proceed.”

Yet, as they continued deeper into the Millennium Tower the Eternals now began to be ever more serious as the y now began to take on a on their more logical sides which they were infamous for. As well, they began to talk to one another in the ancient Eternal language on the matters of the meeting.

Terinxx opened the final door to the Senate chamber and gestured over the bridge towards the central dias's table where Raiden and Vanda were discussing the trio of SeaQuests.

OOC: yes. And, it died. 90% of the players vanished.

OOC: Meh, it was getting interesting too. I wonder why everyone just upped and left.

IC:

Dalshan's voice was young and strong.

"Who, or what, are you?" he asked.

IC: "I'm the N.H.-A.I. for the traffic control station. Call me Annie. You, I already know, are named Dalshan," came the reply.

The A.I.'s voice was decidedly feminine and sounded youthful and cheerful.

Surface...

"It has been awhile, Miho." Laet said

"That it has, Laet," she replied.

Gesturing at the Millenium Tower, she asked, "So, on first inspection, what do you think? While I think a more effecient structure could have been used, I've been told that I don't know everything about this one. Which is probably right."

Following Ternixx’s gesture towards the center table the three Eternals bowed their heads in thanks to him then they proceeded to the central dais table. Upon arriving two of the Eternals took seat and one remained standing up and said to everyone at the table,” Greetings, I am High Lord Trieoati of the Eternals and me and my brothers have been sent by the Eldest One of the Eternal race to represent our people here at this meeting.”

Laet:
"Well, as we're not the only space faring nations with magick, I was sent for the purpose of finding a space to set up Magick defenses, and offenses. Since it was recently discovered that many of Ri-an's Children now have magick like us, we figure in possibly 25-46 years, we'll be able to have manned Magick here. The Aquamarines are going to do the same thing with their Psionic powers." Laet said.

Dalshan:

"Intresting. So, how many space organisims come through here? Space Mambos, Energy Leeches, Metal Grebees, things like that?" Dalshan asked.

Following Ternixx’s gesture towards the center table the three Eternals bowed their heads in thanks to him then they proceeded to the central dais table. Upon arriving two of the Eternals took seat and one remained standing up and said to everyone at the table,” Greetings, I am High Lord Trieoati of the Eternals and me and my brothers have been sent by the Eldest One of the Eternal race to represent our people here at this meeting.”

Raiden bowed in greeting and replied, "Weclome. I'm Lord Raiden. As the SeaQuestian Emperor was occupied elsewhere, I'll be representing my nation's interests here."

Laet:
"Well, as we're not the only space faring nations with magick, I was sent for the purpose of finding a space to set up Magick defenses, and offenses. Since it was recently discovered that many of Ri-an's Children now have magick like us, we figure in possibly 25-46 years, we'll be able to have manned Magick here. The Aquamarines are going to do the same thing with their Psionic powers." Laet said.

Miho broke in, "I was referring to the Millenium Tower, Laet. I wanted to get your opinion on what you see and can sense. Lets talk while we walk."

She started to lead the way that others had traversed to the Senate chamber.

Dalshan:

"Intresting. So, how many space organisims come through here? Space Mambos, Energy Leeches, Metal Grebees, things like that?" Dalshan asked.

'Annie' chortled and replied, "If your curious about if there's anything for you to eat around here, don't worry. While I don't currently have the species you mentioned in my database, there is a space faring breed of flying fish that frequent this area. They feed on various minerals in the asteroid belts."

Taking his seat between the other two Eternals he the responded,” Lord Raiden, for now me and my brothers (not a literal term) shall just sit for now and stay out of the conversation until we have gained the proper structure of what is being discussed if that is okay with you.”

Taking his seat between the other two Eternals he the responded,” Lord Raiden, for now me and my brothers (not a literal term) shall just sit for now and stay out of the conversation until we have gained the proper structure of what is being discussed if that is okay with you.”
Raiden nodded and said, "We're just discussing the current situation between the three SeaQuests at the moment while we wait for everyone to arrive and things to get started.

"Though, do tell me, what do you think of the Millenium Tower thus far?"

Laet took out a device lined with Crystals of all kinds.

It scanned for all traces of anything evrything even remotly based upon Magick.

Laet meanwhile attuned her senses to the space around the station, probing for all points of intrest.

Dalshan...

"Intresting. Later, I shall have to investigate the area, find a nice space cave to Lair in. I cannot enter atmospheres, its like one of those weak fleshy humans entering space without a Suit. I Die just as quickly in there, as they do out here. I implode, they explode. So, while I'm sure that world has a nice ideal cave, I'm outhere stuck, as it were." Dalshan said.

Laet took out a device lined with Crystals of all kinds.

It scanned for all traces of anything evrything even remotly based upon Magick.

Laet meanwhile attuned her senses to the space around the station, probing for all points of intrest.

Miho patiently and quietly watched.

Dalshan...

"Intresting. Later, I shall have to investigate the area, find a nice space cave to Lair in. I cannot enter atmospheres, its like one of those weak fleshy humans entering space without a Suit. I Die just as quickly in there, as they do out here. I implode, they explode. So, while I'm sure that world has a nice ideal cave, I'm outhere stuck, as it were." Dalshan said.

'Annie' replied, "if you just provide specifications, I can have a suitably sized asteroid moved into orbit and custom caverns carved out for you."

"I see well one day hopefully we can bring Phobos back into the fold and contain his darkside aura..if that ever should be possiblwe" Vanda replied, she looked around and saw more ambassadors from other worlds..finally more people

This alliance was shaping up she thought, the figures entering looked and gave off an air of nobility...they were different compared to normal humans..even she knew that

Miho patiently and quietly watched.



'Annie' replied, "if you just provide specifications, I can have a suitably sized asteroid moved into orbit and custom caverns carved out for you."

ooc: Its your station, you built it, you tell me oocly what Laet finds find.

IC: Dalshan went into detail about an asteroid the as possibly a good15 miles in diameter, with a cave taking up only on mile of it. The cave system would be quite complex, and should have the same sort of minerals in it that the local populace fed on. The Rock had to be big though, because His kind kept their claws super sharp by sharpening them on the asteroids, an act that slowly wore away the asteroid.

Raiden nodded and said, "We're just discussing the current situation between the three SeaQuests at the moment while we wait for everyone to arrive and things to get started.

"Though, do tell me, what do you think of the Millenium Tower thus far?"Lord Trieoati responded,” So far we have found the Millennium Tower quite impressive in size and architecture.”

ooc: Its your station, you built it, you tell me oocly what Laet finds find.

IC: Dalshan went into detail about an asteroid the as possibly a good15 miles in diameter, with a cave taking up only on mile of it. The cave system would be quite complex, and should have the same sort of minerals in it that the local populace fed on. The Rock had to be big though, because His kind kept their claws super sharp by sharpening them on the asteroids, an act that slowly wore away the asteroid.
OOC: Actually, its a 'building' on the planet's surface. A really big one, but not a station.
And I'll give some of the 'secrets' away, but if you want to know the rest, we'll have to do it via IM or something.

IC: Planetary Surface

The scan would reveal that the structure actually continued for a fare distance below ground. The section containing the Senate chamber was near the core. Even deeper was an area that gave off more than enough energy to power the bulding than should be required. Of course, the offensive and defensive emplacements were quite obvious. But, a few areas showed as null voids due to active sensor jammers.

Planetary Orbit

'Annie' said in response, "There's a larger asteroid that has a played out mine that should work. Its about twenty klicks in diameter at the widest point. It'll take a couple days to arrive, but I'll arrange for it to be towed into orbit.

Lord Trieoati responded,” So far we have found the Millennium Tower quite impressive in size and architecture.”

Raiden replied, "There's also a few little tidbits that make this construct unique compared to other ones in the SeaQuestian databanks. Later, there will be a tour, but we won't be giving away all the secrets due to security concerns. Not that we don't trust you, but word of mouth has caused several security leaks in past recorded history and we're taking as much precaution as we can to prevent any leaks regarding this construct in case we'll have to use some of them down the line."

Lord Trieoati replied,” It is alright because we Eternals hold many ancient secrets which we have never revealed to any beings of this plane, for example only beings that either have proven themselves worthy of the Eternals (only about five people in history have succeeded in this) or are beings that are truly immortal and tried and tested allies of the Eternals can be allowed to walk on the Eternal home world.”

Lord Trieoati replied,” It is alright because we Eternals hold many ancient secrets which we have never revealed to any beings of this plane, for example only beings that either have proven themselves worthy of the Eternals (only about five people in history have succeeded in this) or are beings that are truly immortal and tried and tested allies of the Eternals can be allowed to walk on the Eternal home world.”
Raiden nodded his understanding.

"Racial secrets are an understandable thing to want to hide," he replied, "just like the tactical secrets being concealed about this construct."

OOC: Actually, its a 'building' on the planet's surface. A really big one, but not a station.
And I'll give some of the 'secrets' away, but if you want to know the rest, we'll have to do it via IM or something.

IC: Planetary Surface

The scan would reveal that the structure actually continued for a fare distance below ground. The section containing the Senate chamber was near the core. Even deeper was an area that gave off more than enough energy to power the bulding than should be required. Of course, the offensive and defensive emplacements were quite obvious. But, a few areas showed as null voids due to active sensor jammers.

Planetary Orbit

'Annie' said in response, "There's a larger asteroid that has a played out mine that should work. Its about twenty klicks in diameter at the widest point. It'll take a couple days to arrive, but I'll arrange for it to be towed into orbit.


Laet opened her eyes, and read the machine.

Well, the Senete Chamber is near the core, but there seems to be tremendous power from the core itself, giving off far more power than is neccessary, and a few places have some active sensor jamming. More than that, I won't say, but I know about it. Its just not my place to spill the beans, as it were.

Dalshan...

"Sounds good to me, but I still need to explore this area of space, get a feel for it if you will, find a dead area, to, Practice my skills." Dalshan said.

The Eternal responded,” True, as if the deeper secrets of the Eternals were known by the younger races they would exploit for their wrongful gain and likely use them to wage war upon other younger races.”

General Amon (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/New%20SeaQuest/amon.jpg) was waiting quietly.

"Welcome to Alagaësia, Senator," he said as he bowed in greeting, "My name's Amon. Perhaps later you would like to try your weapon on the firing range," he then added, to avoid confusion, "the smell of gun oil is unmistakable. You'll also need to check any ammo you have with security. Loaded weapons are not permitted inside the senate chamber for safety and security purposes. I hope you understand."

"I always carry a weapon. I will unload it, but I want to have at least two magazines with me. And no need... I know this weapon is accurate."

She withdrew it, handed it over,"However, I entrust it to you until security verifies it."

Laet opened her eyes, and read the machine.

Well, the Senete Chamber is near the core, but there seems to be tremendous power from the core itself, giving off far more power than is neccessary, and a few places have some active sensor jamming. More than that, I won't say, but I know about it. Its just not my place to spill the beans, as it were.

"Meh, not what I wanted to know," responded Miho, "I was asking what you thought of the tower, in the asethtic(sp?) sense, Laet."

Dalshan...

"Sounds good to me, but I still need to explore this area of space, get a feel for it if you will, find a dead area, to, Practice my skills." Dalshan said.

'Annie' replied, "Define dead area please."

The Eternal responded,” True, as if the deeper secrets of the Eternals were known by the younger races they would exploit for their wrongful gain and likely use them to wage war upon other younger races.”

Raiden nodded in agreement once more.

"As once was said," he quoted, "some things are just not meant to be found."

OOC: Cookie if you get the quote and its source.

"I always carry a weapon. I will unload it, but I want to have at least two magazines with me. And no need... I know this weapon is accurate."

She withdrew it, handed it over,"However, I entrust it to you until security verifies it."

Amon silently accepted it with the truthful reply of, "In today's universe, you never know when a brainwashed assassin could slip in or one of those shape shifting species tries to by-pass security by mimicing a Senator."

With a few deft hand movements, he not only did he remove the clip, but he also cocked the slide and removed the chambered round.

~snip~
"Well, I've never been technicly minded. Its, intresting, to say the least. I prefer the beauty of nature." Laet said.

Dalshan...

"haha, the condition in which I leave any area sufficently hazardous enough to practice my Terra Flare ultimate blast attack.

No, but seriously, I'd need sevral objects to practice my breath attack on, things to practice my melee claw ayyacks on, and things to shoot back to practice dodging and sheilding. Lack the rest of The dragon Rook to practice with, I 'll need to find alternitives." Dalshan said.

Raiden nodded in agreement once more.

"As once was said," he quoted, "some things are just not meant to be found."

OOC: Cookie if you get the quote and its source.Lord Trieoati said,” True, unto an other matter the reason why the Eternals have not been active with other civilizations is because recently their was a massive attack by the Dark Eternals upon our Empire with mutants deformed beyond recognition from the original humans that had been the base of the extermination and cloning that resulted in their current forms.”

"Well, I've never been technicly minded. Its, intresting, to say the least. I prefer the beauty of nature." Laet said.

Miho shrugged, "Meh, to each their own."

Dalshan...

"haha, the condition in which I leave any area sufficently hazardous enough to practice my Terra Flare ultimate blast attack.

No, but seriously, I'd need sevral objects to practice my breath attack on, things to practice my melee claw ayyacks on, and things to shoot back to practice dodging and sheilding. Lack the rest of The dragon Rook to practice with, I 'll need to find alternitives." Dalshan said.

'Annie' sent over a set of co-ordinates.

"There's an area partly inside a near-by nebula with a large selection of various sized rocks. You'll have to put yourself on the schedule, as its used as a practice range for ships, but feel free to use it."

Lord Trieoati said,” True, unto an other matter the reason why the Eternals have not been active with other civilizations is because recently their was a massive attack by the Dark Eternals upon our Empire with mutants deformed beyond recognition from the original humans that had been the base of the extermination and cloning that resulted in their current forms.”

Raiden shrugged, "Lately, everytime SeaQuest has made itself known, it just seems one nation or another trying to conquer us. Imperialistic nations like those tend to also have pure B.S. reasons for doing it as well."

The Eternal High Lord replied,” Such people that wish war for no true purpose are no better then demons as they often will employ the same sort of methods whether they are visible in their efforts or not.”

Amon silently accepted it with the truthful reply of, "In today's universe, you never know when a brainwashed assassin could slip in or one of those shape shifting species tries to by-pass security by mimicing a Senator."

With a few deft hand movements, he not only did he remove the clip, but he also cocked the slide and removed the chambered round.

She watched, and nodded deftly,"Very true. This is a truly magnificent structure... fitting, for such an alliance."

The Eternal High Lord replied,” Such people that wish war for no true purpose are no better then demons as they often will employ the same sort of methods whether they are visible in their efforts or not.”

Raiden responded, "I'm not one-hundred percent sure I understand what you just said, but it seems to me like it could be summed up by a simple phrase, 'Evil wears many masks'. Do you agree?"

She watched, and nodded deftly,"Very true. This is a truly magnificent structure... fitting, for such an alliance."

Amon returned the now empty pistol while slipping the clip in a pocket.

"You can get the clip back from security when you leave," he said while absent mindely(sp?) twirling the lone round between the fingers of one hand, "as for the Tower, we hope we'll never have to use some of the unique features, but its better to plan for any contingency. Agreed?"

By this time, they had entered the building, with Amon deftly handing the clip over to a security check-point mid-stride and mid-sentence, and had descended to the corrider outside the Senate chamber.

Gesturing at the door, "Here we are," opening the door, "the Senate chamber. As you can see, there's plenty of room for future representatives."

OOC: Hope you don't mind me speeding things up, SE.

Raiden responded, "I'm not one-hundred percent sure I understand what you just said, but it seems to me like it could be summed up by a simple phrase, 'Evil wears many masks'. Do you agree?"The Eternal nodded in agreement and then said,” Yes, what I say could be interpreted in a number of ways including what you said, but the most accurate way to simplify would be that many sentients will use terrible methods to achieve their desire be it through mental or physical methods.”

Miho shrugged, "Meh, to each their own."



'Annie' sent over a set of co-ordinates.

"There's an area partly inside a near-by nebula with a large selection of various sized rocks. You'll have to put yourself on the schedule, as its used as a practice range for ships, but feel free to use it."

"Heh, I think I may need to find a secondary one as well. My kind train daily, for longer than humans reckon a day to be. You see, Humans reckon a day to be approximatly 24 hours. For us, that's only the first eighth of the day. We train for half of our day." Dalshan said.


Laet...

"Indeed. Though all Ri-an sorcerers prefer nature. Schotty seems to be the only exception." Laet said.

Amon returned the now empty pistol while slipping the clip in a pocket.

"You can get the clip back from security when you leave," he said while absent mindely(sp?) twirling the lone round between the fingers of one hand, "as for the Tower, we hope we'll never have to use some of the unique features, but its better to plan for any contingency. Agreed?"

By this time, they had entered the building, with Amon deftly handing the clip over to a security check-point mid-stride and mid-sentence, and had descended to the corrider outside the Senate chamber.

Gesturing at the door, "Here we are," opening the door, "the Senate chamber. As you can see, there's plenty of room for future representatives."

OOC: Hope you don't mind me speeding things up, SE.
She tucked the pistol away, and nodded,"Agreed. Tell me, what are these unique features you speak of?"

Her stride easily matched his, and she stepped through the open door, letting him follow her,"I can see that. Still, we are a small alliance... but we will grow."

The Eternal nodded in agreement and then said,” Yes, what I say could be interpreted in a number of ways including what you said, but the most accurate way to simplify would be that many sentients will use terrible methods to achieve their desire be it through mental or physical methods.”

Raiden said in return, "A shame really. Life is one of creation's more beautiful designs."

"Heh, I think I may need to find a secondary one as well. My kind train daily, for longer than humans reckon a day to be. You see, Humans reckon a day to be approximatly 24 hours. For us, that's only the first eighth of the day. We train for half of our day." Dalshan said.

'Annie' responded, "Most nations that I know of use the twenty-four hour clock as a reference to the mother planet most of them originate from, Earth. A planet that rotate once around its axis every twenty-four Terran hours.

"As for the training area, we'll work out a way to fit you into the schedule."

Laet...

"Indeed. Though all Ri-an sorcerers prefer nature. Schotty seems to be the only exception." Laet said.

Miho shrugged, "The Sorceror(sp?) of Science would probably have that perogative. Though, speaking of nature, the Millenium Tower contains an entire biosphere inside. So, you'll be able to take a stroll through the flora and fauna just like as if you were outside."

She tucked the pistol away, and nodded,"Agreed. Tell me, what are these unique features you speak of?"

Her stride easily matched his, and she stepped through the open door, letting him follow her,"I can see that. Still, we are a small alliance... but we will grow."

Amon responded, "The most apparent one anyone will be able to see from a simple sensor scan is that the construct is entirely self-suffecient. No links with the outside means an assasin will have to breach the structure's security perimeter, which is no laughing matter. You'll learn about some of the other's during the tour after the meeting."

"I hope so." Dalshan said.

Laet...

"Well, we mustn't keep the others waiting." Laet said.

Raiden said in return, "A shame really. Life is one of creation's more beautiful designs."The Eternal Lord responded,” The curse of being mortal is being doomed to death one day and that mortals seek what power they can in their short lives, that is what drive many of them to do dark deeds.”

Amon responded, "The most apparent one anyone will be able to see from a simple sensor scan is that the construct is entirely self-suffecient. No links with the outside means an assasin will have to breach the structure's security perimeter, which is no laughing matter. You'll learn about some of the other's during the tour after the meeting."

"Entirely? Impressive. I picked up zero-point energy readings... ZPM's? We use the same technology in quantum torpedoes. There is some ZP energy sources in civil use... not many though. Fusion makes do for us right now."

Vanda sat in the Dias alongside her two companions, her face gre frustrated, she was tired fo waiting, she did not wish to seem impertenant but that was the Mandalorian in her that did that

"I am sorry but could we please alert those members of the ISEAPA cuncil to please hurry here, there is more than enough tiem to look at the building when this meeting is over" Her tone for once sharp and determined, there was two sides to her, the Bekhaeran diginifed side and the Mandalorian confident pushy side.... the two mingled quite well

"I am sorry for my outburst but we must begin talks as soon as possible"

OOC: As soon as SQ gets up off his fat lazy behind and shows me in ICly, i'll be there.

"Talks can wait. What do you think is going to happen here? We are in the most protected area in this entire facility. You must learn patience, or this meeting will be short."

"But first there must be a meeting to take place... I understand th need for patience but tardiness is not a nice trait" Replied Vanda

"I hope so." Dalshan said.

"Meh," replied 'Annie', "if things don't go your way, you either learn to live with it, or work at a way to use it."

Laet...

"Well, we mustn't keep the others waiting." Laet said.

"Then, by all means, go on in," responded Miho.

OOC: IIRC, they were standing at the doorway to the Senate chamber.

The Eternal Lord responded,” The curse of being mortal is being doomed to death one day and that mortals seek what power they can in their short lives, that is what drive many of them to do dark deeds.”

Raiden said in return, "Yet some immortals seem to suffer the same affliction as well. The Dark Eternals I've heard rumors about, for example."

"Entirely? Impressive. I picked up zero-point energy readings... ZPM's? We use the same technology in quantum torpedoes. There is some ZP energy sources in civil use... not many though. Fusion makes do for us right now."

After using the same path as the others, or one similar to it, Amon said, while holding the door to the Senate chamber open, "These days, Z.P.M.s are used more for emergency and auxilary power systems. The new cores are active zero point energy devices and not storage cells like a Z.P.M.. The primary power source for this structure is one of the planned stops on the tour later."

Vanda sat in the Dias alongside her two companions, her face gre frustrated, she was tired fo waiting, she did not wish to seem impertenant but that was the Mandalorian in her that did that

"I am sorry but could we please alert those members of the ISEAPA cuncil to please hurry here, there is more than enough tiem to look at the building when this meeting is over" Her tone for once sharp and determined, there was two sides to her, the Bekhaeran diginifed side and the Mandalorian confident pushy side.... the two mingled quite well

"I am sorry for my outburst but we must begin talks as soon as possible"

Raiden watched as the other SeaQuestians took their seats.

"While I would normally say that patience is a virtue, child," he said, "in this case, you are correct. We've wasted enough time discussing things that would be learned in the future."

OOC: @All: Sorry about the delay. I've been busy with my other accounts. So, instead of me using logging in and out non-stop, I'm just to make my posts using whatever account I'm logged in with at the moment. A'right?
Note: This is probably the last RP I'm going to use Raiden as a SQ character. After this, he'll probably move to SQDSV while Fujin takes his place in SQ (Cedric holds the corrosponding(sp?) place in SSQ).

"Meh," replied 'Annie', "if things don't go your way, you either learn to live with it, or work at a way to use it."



"Then, by all means, go on in," responded Miho.

OOC: IIRC, they were standing at the doorway to the Senate chamber.



Raiden said in return, "Yet some immortals seem to suffer the same affliction as well. The Dark Eternals I've heard rumors about, for example."



After using the same path as the others, or one similar to it, Amon said, while holding the door to the Senate chamber open, "These days, Z.P.M.s are used more for emergency and auxilary power systems. The new cores are active zero point energy devices and not storage cells like a Z.P.M.. The primary power source for this structure is one of the planned stops on the tour later."



Raiden watched as the other SeaQuestians took their seats.

"While I would normally say that patience is a virtue, child," he said, "in this case, you are correct. We've wasted enough time discussing things that would be learned in the future."

OOC: @All: Sorry about the delay. I've been busy with my other accounts. So, instead of me using logging in and out non-stop, I'm just to make my posts using whatever account I'm logged in with at the moment. A'right?
Note: This is probably the last RP I'm going to use Raiden as a SQ character. After this, he'll probably move to SQDSV while Fujin takes his place in SQ (Cedric holds the corrosponding(sp?) place in SSQ).

Laet held out one hand towards the door. It began to shimmer and ripple like a pool of water. Then she walked through it without opening it. Afterwards, it resumed normalcy.

Raiden said in return, "Yet some immortals seem to suffer the same affliction as well. The Dark Eternals I've heard rumors about, for example."The Eternal pondered for a second and then said,” Yet, the purpose of the Dark Eternals originally did serve a purpose which was the protection of the younger races and for the good of the people which is the same that we Eternals pratice, but their view became tainted and turned their belief that in order for the younger races to survive they must be servile to the Eternals in all ways and for the good of the Eternals all people either must be their slaves or be destroyed.”

After using the same path as the others, or one similar to it, Amon said, while holding the door to the Senate chamber open, "These days, Z.P.M.s are used more for emergency and auxilary power systems. The new cores are active zero point energy devices and not storage cells like a Z.P.M.. The primary power source for this structure is one of the planned stops on the tour later."
).

She walked through, noting the information in her memory for later, before she took her seat without uttering a word, but inclined her head to the other delegates. She was not being rude, but she kept her gaze level... not a woman to be messed with, it would seem.

Laet took her seat, her eyes hidden by her robes, which bore the image of a completly accurate map of the space the station and world were in.

She sat quietly,hands folded together, and just listened. One learned more that way.

Laet held out one hand towards the door. It began to shimmer and ripple like a pool of water. Then she walked through it without opening it. Afterwards, it resumed normalcy.

"You'll have to teach me how to do that someday," said Miho as she followed behind and took her seat with the rest of the SeaQuestian party.

The Eternal pondered for a second and then said,” Yet, the purpose of the Dark Eternals originally did serve a purpose which was the protection of the younger races and for the good of the people which is the same that we Eternals pratice, but their view became tainted and turned their belief that in order for the younger races to survive they must be servile to the Eternals in all ways and for the good of the Eternals all people either must be their slaves or be destroyed.”

Raiden thought for a moment before saying, "Something like that can't crop up overnight. Some stressor must have instigated it. Any idea what caused the taint?"

She walked through, noting the information in her memory for later, before she took her seat without uttering a word, but inclined her head to the other delegates. She was not being rude, but she kept her gaze level... not a woman to be messed with, it would seem.

Amon took his seat with the other SeaQuestians as Raiden mentally noted their arrival.

Laet took her seat, her eyes hidden by her robes, which bore the image of a completly accurate map of the space the station and world were in.

She sat quietly,hands folded together, and just listened. One learned more that way.

"Now," said Raiden, "As I believe we are all here, perhaps we should introduce ourselves to everyone else. I'm aware you know those who greated you, but that is only one out of those seated here today. I'll start.

"I'm Lord Raiden, one of the SeaQuestian delegates and the formal representative for the SeaQuestian Empire today."

The other SeaQuestians then took turns at introducing themselves to everyone they didn't know. As each person introduce themself, a nameplate in front of their seat would appear with their name and nation of origin on it.

OOC: Sorry about the delay, guys. I was working on a big report for class and almost forgot about this thread.

Raiden thought for a moment before saying, "Something like that can't crop up overnight. Some stressor must have instigated it. Any idea what caused the taint?"The Eternal replied,” Yes that indeed is the question which is behind it. The answer to it is the during the waning years of the golden age of the Eternal Empire more and more mortal races started to evolve which caused many of the Eternals to wish to guide, but on how to guide became a dark question as more and more Eternals desired to lead the mortals entirely with them serving the Eternals as their slaves. That is the belief which started the beginnings of the Dark Eternals.”

The Eternal replied,” Yes that indeed is the question which is behind it. The answer to it is the during the waning years of the golden age of the Eternal Empire more and more mortal races started to evolve which caused many of the Eternals to wish to guide, but on how to guide became a dark question as more and more Eternals desired to lead the mortals entirely with them serving the Eternals as their slaves. That is the belief which started the beginnings of the Dark Eternals.”

"While the path of darkness and the path of evil," said Raiden, "can intertwine if one lets them, they are truely seperate. Just because one is of darkness does not necessarily make them evil as well. Thus, I'm sure their must be some on both sides, Eternals and Dark Eternals, who prefer the views of the other side."

"I'll try." Laet said to Miho.

"I am Laet, sorceress of Space, and representitve of Lady Ri-an, and her ministry, all 500,000 departments of the Prefecture of the Aquamarinian government, and the free peoples of many diffrent areas and Realms." She said by way of introduction.

"While the path of darkness and the path of evil," said Raiden, "can intertwine if one lets them, they are truely seperate. Just because one is of darkness does not necessarily make them evil as well. Thus, I'm sure their must be some on both sides, Eternals and Dark Eternals, who prefer the views of the other side."The Eternal responded,” The Dark Eternals themselves chose themselves and over time a number of them have repented and in turn did a long service in order to compensate for all the evils they have performed. As for the rests of the Eternals others have been forcibly converted by the Dark Eternals, but nearly all the other Eternals have resented any corruption.”

"I'm Catherine Linton, representative of The Shadow Republic of Snake Eaters. Yes, that sums it up nicely."

OOC: GOing away for a week. Will be back next Sunday

IC: The Protectorate of Warshrike would like to offer our apologies. A representative council was going to attend the meetings… However the ship they were aboard was ransacked by Grishnak raiders.

OOC: In other words= can’t take part, no internet @ home. Hopefully soon though… (Within 2 weeks...)

IC: The Protectorate of Warshrike would like to offer our apologies. A representative council was going to attend the meetings… However the ship they were aboard was ransacked by Grishnak raiders.

OOC: In other words= can’t take part, no internet @ home. Hopefully soon though… (Within 2 weeks...)
Laet casts a spell ensuring that the ship gets to a safe haven before anything worse can happen.

OOC: Well, good luck.

The Eternal responded,” The Dark Eternals themselves chose themselves and over time a number of them have repented and in turn did a long service in order to compensate for all the evils they have performed. As for the rests of the Eternals others have been forcibly converted by the Dark Eternals, but nearly all the other Eternals have resented any corruption.”

Raiden waited until the represenatives had finished introducing themselves before responding.

"Interesting," he said, "the reason I inquired was because in all three SeaQuests, if I remember correctly, while their are a primary promiment group, each has representatives of the other two. The three groups are the Paradine of SeaQuest, the Dark Paradine of Shadow SeaQuest, and the Light Paradine of SeaQuest DSV."

IC: The Protectorate of Warshrike would like to offer our apologies. A representative council was going to attend the meetings… However the ship they were aboard was ransacked by Grishnak raiders.

OOC: In other words= can’t take part, no internet @ home. Hopefully soon though… (Within 2 weeks...)

Response signal:

Acknowledged and understood.

May Gaia watch over them.

OOC: @All: Sorry about the delay. I've been busy, and someone else was using this comp.
@SE: A'right. See you when you get back.
@Warshrike: A'right. Understood and acknowledged.

"I am Ambassador Te Vanda Shah of the Holy Empire of Bekhaera, it is an honour to be part of this coalition and alliance" she said to the fellow delegates there, she turned to her two advisors and whispered

"It's about tiem something started to happen, I was beginning to grow tired"

OOC: Bump.

"Tired of what? You hadn't done anything yet."

Her tone was light, with the slighest hint of a smile around her mouth.

Raiden smiled in amusement as he watched the two representatives banter back-and-forth. Before it got to be too much, however, he broke in.

"If everyone's ready," he said, "Our first order of business is to draft a charter for the I.S.E.A.P.A. that we can all agree on, and then we'll move to a couple other items I have on the agenda as well as other items and matters you wish to propose.

"Though, I'll let you know know, we'll be breaking for lunch and dinner later."

"Well, the sooner we start, the sooner we will be finished then." Laet said.

"Actually, that depends. If you start sooner and things come up to oppose you, things that woyuld not have come up had you started sooner, then you are not getting done any sooner, now are you? By that same token, if you delay for a more favorable time, then things may appear to oppose you, things that would not have appeared to oppose you, had you not delayed and gotten started sooner. Therefore, my dear, your statement is incorrect, and thus a deliberate falsehood." Said a man that was not there five seconds ago, yet somehow seemed to have been there all along.

"Ladies ang gentlemen, may I present my cousin, Shron, the Sorcerer of Time." Laet said.

"It is my pleasure, I am sure." Shron said.

"Anyone else going to suddenly appear?" Laet asked, irritated.

"Now, that would ruin the surprise." Shron said with a laugh.

"tired of waiting...and I would liek ti if oen such as yoursefl ddi not eavesdrop ona private converstaion thank you very much" replied Vanda, she was getting riled

she listend to the proposal of drafting the charter and nodded, "well I believe it is an obvious decision to have a protetction pact drawn up before anything else as to strengthen this alliance"

She shook her head, partly in exasperation... it seemed as if everyone at this meeting was so tightly wound they would snap at any moment.

And I would like it if I could understand you, but life is life she thought privately to herself, before making her first statement,"Surely a protection pact would be included in the charter irregardless? It is pointless having an alliance with military aspects if we don't establish within the original charter a pact for mutual aid. Thus, we should draw up the charter first, and include such a pact within."

OOC: Snake Eaters have sharp ears.

OOC: Cool, but you knwo bickering adds acertain edge lool

IC:
"Of course but we need to coem up with good enough reasons and reason why we cannot go to war with certain nations" replied Vanda

"Yes, but there are other things to consider. Many are discovering magick, or turning to gods willing to give them magick. Many are learning the ways of the Jedi, or the Sith. There are many things Science cannot explain. Which is why I and my cousin are here. Those who fall under our protection may find themselves at the mercy of forces they are otherwise ill equiped to deal with. To whom would they turn? I know of no force willing to deal with that area. Included as well should be plans for that area as well. Not that it should be the main theme, but it should be thought of and prepared for as well." Laet said.

Shron nodded.

"And Time. Not just in magick, of what cousin dearest spoke, but some know how to use science to travel through and use time to their advantage as well. What plans will we make for that?" Shron asked, already knowing, having cheated and looked in the future, but asking anyway so that the future could come to pass.

Of course but we need to coem up with good enough reasons and reason why we cannot go to war with certain nations" replied Vanda
"To be dealt with at the appropiate time," she replied curtly.


"And Time. Not just in magick, of what cousin dearest spoke, but some know how to use science to travel through and use time to their advantage as well. What plans will we make for that?" Shron asked, already knowing, having cheated and looked in the future, but asking anyway so that the future could come to pass.
"We are not to be an enforcement group.Time is not something to be dabbled in lightly. It was my understanding that we are to protect newcomers into the void... and forgive me, but I find it unlikely that any nation making it's first tentative steps into space will have discovered the technology to defy the natural course of time."

The Eternal replied,” All peoples have their different groups that emerge as time advances and when important events happen the peoples thoughts will alter their ideals and thus separate the people in larger and smaller groups as such. Yet, unity can be continued if the people have the will to do so.”

OCC: Sorry about the delay in responding. I had almost forgotten about this thread.

She shook her head, partly in exasperation... it seemed as if everyone at this meeting was so tightly wound they would snap at any moment.

And I would like it if I could understand you, but life is life she thought privately to herself, before making her first statement,"Surely a protection pact would be included in the charter irregardless? It is pointless having an alliance with military aspects if we don't establish within the original charter a pact for mutual aid. Thus, we should draw up the charter first, and include such a pact within."

OOC: Snake Eaters have sharp ears.

"Agreed," replied Raiden, "Though, I would add to it that the other ISEAPA members only interfere if they are asked to do so. Some would otherwise view it as interferance in the affairs of member nations."

OOC: Cool, but you knwo bickering adds acertain edge lool

IC:
"Of course but we need to coem up with good enough reasons and reason why we cannot go to war with certain nations" replied Vanda

"War is about destruction," said Raiden, "This alliance is about life. As such, war should be a last resort when all other methods of peaceful resolution have failed."

"Yes, but there are other things to consider. Many are discovering magick, or turning to gods willing to give them magick. Many are learning the ways of the Jedi, or the Sith. There are many things Science cannot explain. Which is why I and my cousin are here. Those who fall under our protection may find themselves at the mercy of forces they are otherwise ill equiped to deal with. To whom would they turn? I know of no force willing to deal with that area. Included as well should be plans for that area as well. Not that it should be the main theme, but it should be thought of and prepared for as well." Laet said.

Shron nodded.

"And Time. Not just in magick, of what cousin dearest spoke, but some know how to use science to travel through and use time to their advantage as well. What plans will we make for that?" Shron asked, already knowing, having cheated and looked in the future, but asking anyway so that the future could come to pass.

"Agreed. Magick is a concern. One that will be addressed," Raiden responded, "as will temporal technology. Also, their place in the alliance will be discussed."

"To be dealt with at the appropiate time," she replied curtly.


"We are not to be an enforcement group.Time is not something to be dabbled in lightly. It was my understanding that we are to protect newcomers into the void... and forgive me, but I find it unlikely that any nation making it's first tentative steps into space will have discovered the technology to defy the natural course of time."

"True," agreed Raiden, "but they could be using tech reverse engineered from, say, an Indran Prime, for example, ship that crashed long ago and hadn't been recovered yet. There is also the possibility that the new nation will be under threat from a nation that is old enough to have temporal technology and know how to use it. We should be prepared for any circumstance.

"Indra Prime's Temporal Accord group already has the niche of policing the time stream."

The Eternal replied,” All peoples have their different groups that emerge as time advances and when important events happen the peoples thoughts will alter their ideals and thus separate the people in larger and smaller groups as such. Yet, unity can be continued if the people have the will to do so.”

"I don't understand your phrasing that well," said Raiden, "but I agree that unity can result if the people involve are strong enough to make it happen."

"Indra Prime's Temporal Accord group already has the niche of policing the time stream."
"In that case, the point is not valid, and thus not should not be taken into account during this session."

"In that case, the point is not valid, and thus not should not be taken into account during this session."

"Still," replied Raiden, "temporal technology is something we have to decide if we accept an multi-national research and development project on the matter or not. We also need to get the opinions of all member nations on temporal technology."

"I don't understand your phrasing that well," said Raiden, "but I agree that unity can result if the people involve are strong enough to make it happen."“The other point that I am trying to make is that though unity is achieved through strength of will there still will be over time fracturing of peoples who do not put all their power towards their peoples greater good and not use it to only further themselves."

"Still," replied Raiden, "temporal technology is something we have to decide if we accept an multi-national research and development project on the matter or not. We also need to get the opinions of all member nations on temporal technology."

By now, with seemingly nobody calling the meeting to any real order, her head was beginning to spin... in Snake Eaters, they had what was called a Chinese Parliament system - everyone had their say. For example, f you didn't say anything about a new bill about to be passed, you didn't have the right, in a way, to criticise the bill at a later stage, as you contributed nothing when you had the chance. The system worked very well, and by and large, things ran smoothly.

She began to fell the familiar pangs, her mouth going dry as her thoughts turned, momentarily, to drink. She used to have a drink problem, one which she had battled to overcome... the temptation to slip back was strong at times, but she resisted. I am stronger than that... I am stronger than that...

Pouring herself a glass of water, she sipped at it, and then cleared her throat, loud enough for everyone present to hear her,"This session is going nowhere without firm leadership. I suggest that the leading member take centre stage, and dictate how we shall address matters. Otherwise, we will discuss various unrelated matters in little detail, instead of focusing on drafting the constitution, if you will, of this alliance. The issue of temporal technology, whilst it should be considered, must be considered in it's relative position when the other, arguably more important facets, of this alliance, are taken into account."

Her voice was strong, with prescense((Sp?)). It was obvious she knew how to speak her mind... and little could stop her. Halting a moment, she looked at Raiden, and spoke quietly to him,"I apologise for cutting you off like that, but something had to be done to bring this meeting to order."

OOC: It's also my swansong for two weeks... off to Somerset, then Cornwall. I needed to end on a high note.

Raiden nods in agreement.

"Technically," he says, "everyone here is of equal status representing their nation in this alliance. Thus, I propose we take turns with the floor. Agreed?"

OOC: A'right, SE. Have fun.

"Sounds good to me, why don't you start us off?" Laet asked.

"Yes it is a good idea if we each propose an idea and discuss it, and I too agree with the idea that Raiden starts us off" spoke Vanda

OOC: Sorry about the delay. Almost forgot about this thread. My bad.

IC: "As I'm sure you are all aware," Raiden began, "The ISEAPA is not another alliance meant to counter another. Unlike the GFFA, the GE, the ESUS, the Republic, and the other alliances, the ISEAPA is not an instrument to spread the influence of member nations nor is it an oppressive tool to be used to subjugate the weak. Our member nations will be diverse in background, culture, and philosophies. However, any warmonger nations that do manage to get in will NOT be allowed to drag this alliance into a war with other nations or other alliances. Though, if they are the attackee, instead of the attacker, we will protect our own.

"Though, do note, there is no obligation for any members to send support. If your nation is in need of your own resources more than any other, than they should stay to protect your own national intrests.

"Now, our first order of business, besides the alliance constitution, which will probably be worked out as we go along, is a proposal for an unified alliance combat force. The concept is this, member nations will, if they wish, donate ships, stations, and other items to the alliance. When its needed, it will be placed under the command of the most qualified ISEAPA member involved in the situation. If a more qualified member comes in later, command would be transferred to them."

OOC: Sorry about the delay. Almost forgot about this thread. My bad.

IC: "As I'm sure you are all aware," Raiden began, "The ISEAPA is not another alliance meant to counter another. Unlike the GFFA, the GE, the ESUS, the Republic, and the other alliances, the ISEAPA is not an instrument to spread the influence of member nations nor is it an oppressive tool to be used to subjugate the weak. Our member nations will be diverse in background, culture, and philosophies. However, any warmonger nations that do manage to get in will NOT be allowed to drag this alliance into a war with other nations or other alliances. Though, if they are the attackee, instead of the attacker, we will protect our own.

"Though, do note, there is no obligation for any members to send support. If your nation is in need of your own resources more than any other, than they should stay to protect your own national intrests.

"Now, our first order of business, besides the alliance constitution, which will probably be worked out as we go along, is a proposal for an unified alliance combat force. The concept is this, member nations will, if they wish, donate ships, stations, and other items to the alliance. When its needed, it will be placed under the command of the most qualified ISEAPA member involved in the situation. If a more qualified member comes in later, command would be transferred to them."

"What or who determines who is most Qualified?" Laet asked, a question that would arise sooner or later, and an issue that always needed to be cleared up in these situations.

"Surely, positions within the alliance determine that. Alternatively, all member nations would have to be ranked in order, from number one and so forth."

"Yes," responded Raiden, "position in the Alliance is a factor. The most qualified, in this situation, is intended to refer to the nation with the most experience in combat and the most skill in surviving. It matters not how political someone is, a nation providing a military leader for the ISEAPA needs to have a record that supports their military's earned skills. Are we agreed on this definition?"

"Sounds about right to me. The best lead, for want of a better phrase."

"Sounds right to me."
"Me too."

"Anyone for some tea, or coffee, possibly a refreshing Carbonated beverage? I have several options."

"Now, do any of you want to go next, or should I continue?" inquired Raiden.

OOC: Bump-age.

After some silence,"You should carry on."

"Very well then," said Raiden, "Now, another proposal we have is the creation of what basically amounts to a SAR fleet and a medical fleet. Any objections, comments, or critiques?"

"Very well then," said Raiden, "Now, another proposal we have is the creation of what basically amounts to a SAR fleet and a medical fleet. Any objections, comments, or critiques?"

"I'm afraid I've never heard of a SAR fleet. What is it? a medical Fleet we can assist with."

"SAR stands for Search and Rescue. I personally disgree with creating such a fleet... medical, I have no problems with. But all ships are capable of search and rescue. To create such a fleet would draw away ships and resources that could be put to better use elsewhere in the alliance."

"Good point," agreed Raiden, "Then perhaps dedicated SAR ships designed specifically for the purpose (OOC: Kind of like RL Coast Guard 'copters) could be integrated into the medical fleet."

He manipulated the controls for the holo-emitters for a moment. Soon, a group of ships appeared hovering over the table.

Indicating each in turn as he named it, Raiden said, "These are our proposed designs for a rescue ship (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/omega_rescueship.jpg), medical evacuation transport (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/medvac_transport.jpg), medical transport (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/kraylor_medxport_nightingale.jpg), and hospital ship (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/dinaal.jpg)," he manipulated the controls again, "here is another view of the hospital ship (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/dinaal_hospitalship.jpg) design. Those are all we have designs for at the moment. We also propose, in accordance with the medical fleet, that a station be built to serve not only as the medical fleet's base of operations, but to also house the largest, multi-species hospital to date."

"I agree with my colleague here, the creation of a SAR fleet would detract from any other possible fleet, the creation of one fleet capable of multiple purposes would make any SAR fleet redundant but then again placing them within the medical fleet is more an idea I suppose and that is an idea we like very much so"


OCC: Sorry havent replied in a while, NS was screwing up for me but I'll be on this thread more often now

"Good point," agreed Raiden, "Then perhaps dedicated SAR ships designed specifically for the purpose (OOC: Kind of like RL Coast Guard 'copters) could be integrated into the medical fleet."

He manipulated the controls for the holo-emitters for a moment. Soon, a group of ships appeared hovering over the table.

Indicating each in turn as he named it, Raiden said, "These are our proposed designs for a rescue ship (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/omega_rescueship.jpg), medical evacuation transport (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/medvac_transport.jpg), medical transport (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/kraylor_medxport_nightingale.jpg), and hospital ship (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/dinaal.jpg)," he manipulated the controls again, "here is another view of the hospital ship (http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b91/SeaQuest_Sim/Schematics/SeaQuestian%20Commonwealth/Ships/dinaal_hospitalship.jpg) design. Those are all we have designs for at the moment. We also propose, in accordance with the medical fleet, that a station be built to serve not only as the medical fleet's base of operations, but to also house the largest, multi-species hospital to date."

"That is good Raiden, however, if all species are to be accomidated, then there will be a need to flood some sections with the same kind of water one finds in the ocean. Aquamarinians are finding ways to adapt to non-aquatic environments, and they will not mention it themselves, so as not to impose, however, I've noticed, none of them have ever gone longer than one week, without returning to water, and either taking a long rest there in, or living there for a few months. They wish to assist, and serve in the alliance, but they cannot live for long periods in the same environments we can. I do not wish to add stress to the plans, however, they also know of ways to accomplish this without doing too much." Said Laet.

"Yeah, sections that can be flooded, or, the ability to flood any section. Both have other benefits as will, which I am certain you can discover with a little thought." Shron said.

"Question; According to this, everything comes from your designs, yes? I was under the impression that members of the alliance would all donate ships... or are you suggesting you supply the basic framework?"

"With the utilization of advanced gravimetric and other technologies, I don't see why we can't even have have areas designed for species that live by direct conversion of radiation, species that live in an enviroment so cold that no windows could be put in as starlight would be harmful, species that live at atmospheric pressures so great the atmosphere is more liquid than gas," said Raiden, "The possibilities are endless."

"Question; According to this, everything comes from your designs, yes? I was under the impression that members of the alliance would all donate ships... or are you suggesting you supply the basic framework?"

Raiden shrugged and said, "Donate ships, yes. But, to my understanding, that was in regards to the defense fleet, which your nation is in charge of, as I recall. Thus, feel free to submit designs your nation has and likes but has currently been unable to build to date. The same curtesy goes out to the other member nations in charge of certain areas. Ships optimized for magick under the control of Ri-an, for example.

"I proposed these designs under the concept that medical aide is a form of diplomacy, thus falling under what is currently the Imperial Commonwealth's area.

"This alliance is not about conflict. However, getting a good, friendly contest going between design firms of our respective nations could foster some closer interaction between our people."

"With the utilization of advanced gravimetric and other technologies, I don't see why we can't even have have areas designed for species that live by direct conversion of radiation, species that live in an enviroment so cold that no windows could be put in as starlight would be harmful, species that live at atmospheric pressures so great the atmosphere is more liquid than gas," said Raiden, "The possibilities are endless."



Raiden shrugged and said, "Donate ships, yes. But, to my understanding, that was in regards to the defense fleet, which your nation is in charge of, as I recall. Thus, feel free to submit designs your nation has and likes but has currently been unable to build to date. The same curtesy goes out to the other member nations in charge of certain areas. Ships optimized for magick under the control of Ri-an, for example.

"I proposed these designs under the concept that medical aide is a form of diplomacy, thus falling under what is currently the Imperial Commonwealth's area.

"This alliance is not about conflict. However, getting a good, friendly contest going between design firms of our respective nations could foster some closer interaction between our people."

"Oh, I think we'll pass on design contests. We design what we will, but we do not compete, not in that area. We'll leave that to others more experienced in designs. As for ships optimised for magick, that is... intresting." Laet said.

Shron smiled. He alone what was coming in that area.

"Its just that, that concept has never actually been thought of. Other objects optimised with magick have been, yes, such as various weaponry and defense, usually through the use of Crystalised mana, such as this Time crystal in my pocket." Shron said, pulling out an hourglass shaped crystal with sand blowing around inside.

"Though, why Time crystals adopt so sterotypical an appearence, is beyond me. Anyone want to see it?" he offered.

"Perhaps later," said Raiden, "now, as no one else has indicated they wish to take the floor at this point in time, I will also like to propose that schools be set up on this planet that all member nations can send students and/or staff to. Schools to teach things like magick, armed and unarmed combat in all its forms, basic training, and so on.

"As the medical fleet proposal has gone off rather well, I think we should hold a contest between our internal ship design and production firms to see who gets the contracts to build it. Agreed?"

"With the greatest respect, don't all of us have those in some form or another? I fail to see why schools should be established on this planet when students could instead travel to the appropiate world for such learning... for example, students with an aptitude for magick could travel to Ri-an to recieve their training. Also, that eliminates the outside chance that an enemy could destroy this world, and thus wipe out the majority of the student population."

There was a pause as the next proposal was considered, before she responded once more,"As for the design proposal, I'd like to put forward the Tiravano Shipyards for the competition."

"Good point on the school thing," replied Raiden, "So, for now, we can adjust that idea to something akin to an international exchange student type thing.

"As for the medical fleet design contest, we have the ship designs I showed from the Imperial Commonwealth's Pendragon Complex and whatever Snake Eater's Tiravano Shipyards brings to the table.

"On a related note, how does an officer exchange program sound?"

OOC: The officer exchange thing, IMHO, could make for some interesting, and funny, RPs.

"Good point on the school thing," replied Raiden, "So, for now, we can adjust that idea to something akin to an international exchange student type thing.

"As for the medical fleet design contest, we have the ship designs I showed from the Imperial Commonwealth's Pendragon Complex and whatever Snake Eater's Tiravano Shipyards brings to the table.

"On a related note, how does an officer exchange program sound?"

OOC: The officer exchange thing, IMHO, could make for some interesting, and funny, RPs.

"Sure, sounds good.

Her mind flitted away. The Gareens were notoriously stupid, and had nothing resembling a temper at all. She could just see a Gareen all alone on a seaquest ship.

"Hi." some random person would say.

"Hi? what do you mean by Hi? your words both anger and confuse me. DIE!" The Gareen would say, Followed shortly by an international Incident. Clearly Gareens would have to be sent with Aquamrinins to keep them under control.

She thought this privately of course.

She shook her head.

"Er, I find that any officer exchanges done with us, mmust be done in two's, mainly due to the nature of, certain members of our military." Laet said.

"Internal officer exchange sounds a promising idea, there is much our people could learn, no epire or militray is peefect, there are alwasy raw gifts that others possess and this way we could srengthen each others military might in protetcting each other and our homeworlds" Te Vanda replied

"Officer exchange... yes, we had a similar program with The Immortal Realm of Kaymiril before they started their space program... and there is still at least one Drow officer in the Navy. It certainley sounds like a good program to instigate once we have drafted and approved the constitution."

"As for the shipyards, they are capable of most designs. We've got the capacity to hold Executor-class Super Star Destroyers, although we have never used such vessels. We find some nations like to build big."

Raiden chuckled, "Big isn't always better, as the saying goes. Though, I'm sure many a nation did go through a stage where they built as large as they could. The Imperial Commonwealth Navy still contains a few examples of when the SeaQuestian nation went through such a phase.

"In regards to the officer exchange, it may be suitable to start off small to see how things work out before moving to the bigger and more important ships in our respective navies. Agreed?"

Raiden chuckled, "Big isn't always better, as the saying goes. Though, I'm sure many a nation did go through a stage where they built as large as they could. The Imperial Commonwealth Navy still contains a few examples of when the SeaQuestian nation went through such a phase.

"In regards to the officer exchange, it may be suitable to start off small to see how things work out before moving to the bigger and more important ships in our respective navies. Agreed?"

"Small ships, and possibly a few bases, planet and space based. I agree completly." Laet said.

"Still," Raiden mused, "some would argue that size does matter and that bigger is better. Larger ships are able to mount larger bore weapons, more powerful engines, and so on.

"The Imperial Commonwealth prefers not to build so large in order to conserve resources. We may not have the size or numbers of many nations out there, but we've found ways to compensate for that.

"This matter is one of those proverbial 'grass is always greener' type situations, in my honest opinion. SeaQuest sits on the fence and will go either way if need be. Depends on the situation"

OOC: I just joined Ns, and I was wondering if this alliance was open to new Ft people. I looked around a bit, and it seemed pretty good.

OOC: I just joined Ns, and I was wondering if this alliance was open to new Ft people. I looked around a bit, and it seemed pretty good.

OOC: Actually, we're just getting ourselves put together. Seaquest2032 is currently the informal Leader, at least until we form the charter and decide who's who. He'll still probably be leader. I also know he would welcome you to the group, but lets keep things formal. Go register at our off-site forums, which by that I mean, its an NS related website we created specificly for the alliance, to keep things together in spot. Its free, its quick, register using your nations name. SQ'll make the final decision there, but, since at the moment we're all equal, I'm saying welcome. SQ still has the final decision. (SQ is Seaquest2032, but its easier to put SQ.) Besides, helping newcomers to FT is why we're here. we'd be amiss in our purpose if we didn't accept you and help you.

Main ISEPA forum:
http://s4.invisionfree.com/ISEAPA/

Application to join sub forum:
http://z4.invisionfree.com/ISEAPA/index.php?showforum=54

OOC: Hope to see if you get in, Ascendant Ones.

In the meantime, bump to await next IC post.

"For now, the alliance should not build it's own vessels. We are not yet established enough."

"Good point," agreed Raiden, "The Imperial Commonwealth currently has a few Liandras on patrol of ISEAPA space. How does the idea of switching patrol duty between ships of member nations sound? Or would you prefer we form a joint task force of ships from as many member nations as possible?"

"Either way, Dalshan, one of the rare space Dragons that lives near Ri-an space, has come with us to take up residence. A space dragon protects its territory, taking up a protective relationship with those it considers strong. We have talked to Dalshan, he will protect this space as far as his abilities will let him. Think of him, as being as strong as your average battleship. Patrols need not always consume the resources of nations. With a little time, and effort, we, The Sorcerers of Ri-an, can establish a peaceful space-based Ecosystem. Certain creaturs, like Dalshan, can keep in contact with us, or communicate with ships on certain frequencies, and can perform just as well as a normal regular ship. The only limitation is that they cannot carry much as a cargoship. In this manner, we have defense, without expending much of our national resources, the only adjustment, is making sure they recognise what ships will be entering and leaving space, or the more ambitious may fire first, and ask questions second. "

OOC: If accepted, I'll write up the creature/ship conversion chart to show what each creature equals, to account for a fair decent size of military force. Each creature costs a bit less than its equivalent ship, but also has its limitations that a normal ship would not have. I'm not saying have a big ecosystem, but maybe a small one to help aliviate the initial difficulty of establishing an alliance military.

"Interesting proposal," Raiden replied as he glanced at the others to gage their reactions, "any objections to it from anyone?"

"I'm uncomfortable with a single nation having a virtual monopoly over protection of the alliances region. I much prefer the idea of establishing a joint task force. It can be run from here, with different nations being responsible for different areas. It seems we would need little here, as this system is already heavily fortified."

Raiden's gaze shifted to the Ri-an representative as he awaited the counter-point to the Snake Eaters representative's point.

"I'm uncomfortable with a single nation having a virtual monopoly over protection of the alliances region. I much prefer the idea of establishing a joint task force. It can be run from here, with different nations being responsible for different areas. It seems we would need little here, as this system is already heavily fortified."

"Consider the advanteges, a guard that never needs repairs, never blows up, doesn't have a crew each person with their own needs, no room for inside traitors. If you think we would have a monopoly, consider this, as strong as the Ecosystem would be, life has its limits, they cannot be everywhere at once. Even still while the Ecosystem is seeded over a time of a year, how could we, by ourselves, see to the defenses here, without leaving ourselves weakened eslewhere. Over that course of time, patrols and routines would be established, I see no reason to change them, we merely seek to add to them, to aid them, to let everyone conserve some of their strength, and use it elsewhere, when needed.

Even still, consider why regular ships and patrols are still needed. I won't go into detail, but sick dragons are not really the ideal sort of creature to guard anything. As well, they need to eat, while they hunt, their minds are elsewhere. and what of mating season? An Ecosystem is just that. an Ecosystem, filled with individual creatures, with their own patterns. The can provide strength, but the Ecosystem still has gaps. It compliments a well thought out military. It cannot replace it. To say we would have a monopoly on defense, would be to say light can persist, without darkness. It is, impossible." Laet said.

"Think of it as Equipment. A sword here, a shield there." Shron said.

OOC: Ri-an, SE, I'm going to let you two have your characters debate the points and counter-points each makes on this matter. Reason, because I've been doing 90%+ of the IC talking and I'm not the only member of this alliance, you guys are as well.

She shook her head,"Ok, let me go through the various strengths. Firstly, never needs repairs. And if he, she or it acquires injury, what then? Secondly, never blows up... death is still possible. Doesn't need a crew... yes it does, itself, and, of course, finally, no room for inside traitors... yeah, it could betray us itself."

She sipped at the water in front of her, and then looked at the data she had,"You say you would have control, to some degree, over this creature. Ok. So, just yourselves? Or everyone? If everyone could be assured of such a creature following out commands without question every time, then yes, I would be prepared to accept such a creature as a valid part of the system. However, you can by no means definately say that such an arrangement will exist."

"You are assuming that defence of any system needs to be large scale, both in terms of ships, size and manpower. That is by no means the case. A small number of smaller ships, with superior tactical flexibility, could accomplish the same task much more efficiently. And if this alliance grows, as we all hope it shall, then all nations need only send a small number of ships to help govern it. As it is, we do not have a large area to call our own, and as such, we do not need large ships or creatures. The point is essentially moot at this point in time, as this system is one of very few we have, and is already extremely heavily fortified.

OOC: Bump for Ri-an, Bekhaera, and all others who need to post. SE and I aren't the only ISEAPA members.

OOC: Bump for Ri-an, Bekhaera, and all others who need to post. SE and I aren't the only ISEAPA members.

OOC: Where are you guys?

OOC: Where are you guys?

I would tell you, but i have a stalker reading these forums. :D :p

Actually, I forgot all about this thread. I've lost my train of thought. I surrender, to snake.

OOC: Can I get that in an IC post? You're slowing us up here.

OOC: Can I get that in an IC post? You're slowing us up here.

IC:

"Regrettably, you have reached the end of all I know. I did not plan on such in-depth inquiries, and as such, those should be directed to the Department of Scientifiic Inquiries. Therefore, I must leave it at that Let us, move on." Laet said.

OOC: It is, with regret, that I inform those gathered here that all of SQ's accounts appear to have been Deleted. I ask that we all observe a moment of silence, for our dearly departed friend.
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That being done, what shall we do now?

OOC: Ouch, hard luck.

Whats he planning to do?

OOC: Ouch, hard luck.

Whats he planning to do?

I don't know. I think I found out before he did. I was going to TG him something, but found his name no longer linked to his page, and I cannot find him. I hope and I pray I'm wrong, but this is what appears to have happend. He does still have communications with me Via other Forums, and I've asked him there.

OOC: Yeah, his entire old home region is now empty since all the puppets with his IP got wiped. There is officially nothign run by SQ on NS anymore.

OOC: Yeah, his entire old home region is now empty since all the puppets with his IP got wiped. There is officially nothign run by SQ on NS anymore.

Ah well. I guess that's one less irritation for your Imperium, and one less opponet for Kajeenith, but, I didn't want to win this way. Not this way.:(

OOC: He was only a bit of an irritation because he didn't respect his elders, he was more of a general amusement, I suppose.

OOC: He was only a bit of an irritation because he didn't respect his elders, he was more of a general amusement, I suppose.

Oh well. Now, enough Thread Hijacking. It has been a pleasure. I hope to someday encounter you again.

OOC; Ditto. It should be a pleasure

IC: So in all what are the main topics we have discussed here as so we do not need to repeat ourselves

OOC: ossry for the delay guys, bene busy with other threads, could you bullet point a short brief overview of whats been agreed and siscussed on and ill continue tomorow in more depth

OOC: Well the main OOC point is that SQ is utterly gone...

OOC: Aside from that, very little has actually been discussed thanks to SQ vanishing all the time. Moving on..

IC: She waved in a nonchalant way, obviously unimpressed with the Ri-an delegate,"With that point out of the way, and the sudden departure of the SeaQuest delegation, I propose a short recess."