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"These fucking commies man....they just don't fucking let up" a merceary said as he stood in his transport ship, his gas mask open and dangling from the left side of his face as a cigarette hung from the right. "Back outside of Redemption, I killed ten of 'em, with a bayonet, all by myself."

"Oh yea, well over in TWSP, I killed fifteen of them, all alone, with nothin' but the butt of my rifle, and I didn't even break a sweat!" another mercenary piped up through his mask.

"Well, I killed twenty five commies at Angel Bay, with nothin' more than my own two fists, and I didn't even get a scrape" a third mercenary started.

"All these commies are all the same. You know what that is? They are pussies, every one of them. They wanna share everything. If that was the way shit went, I would sit on my ass and do nothing and get paid the same as somebody who actually tries. That don't work. Labor leads to liberation my men, remember that shit and you'll be alright" the Lieutenant in charge of the men on the said, his mask completely off and tucked away in the crook of his arm.

Only hours before, Claudius Griffincrest recieved the word that his ally, the nation of TPF, had fallen under assault, and the lead aggresor was a nation known as Leocardia. Well, Leocardia would suffer for such an attack on a member of the Corporate Alliance. Five full fleets were assembled in ports throughout the world, and nearly a million mercenaries, the largest force ever put together by the Griffincrest Corpoation, was on its way to make a landing on the shores of Leocardia.

Admiral Lucius Ironclaw sat in the bridge of his flagship and surveyed the fleet. So many lives were now in his hands, and he was not about to let his men die, especially not to the godless Communist dogs. The maps around the room no longer displayed the plan for the amphibious assault, but now showed the locations of internment camps and airstrips that would be constructed after the beach was captured. For the Admiral, it was not a question of how they would take the beaches, but when.

Within the fleet were over a dozen arsenal ships, each ship loaded to the brim, packed full of cruise missiles. These would level coastal defences soon enough, but before the fleet would ever be anywhere near missile range, the first strikes would be issued. A pair of GNF stealth vessels slowlycrpet up to the maritime boutnty of Leocardia, and prepared their payloads. Before war would be declared, or any knowledge of attack would be realized, over three dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles would begin to scream towards the biggest naval base in Leocardia.

High above the waters, in the orbit of NS Earth, the Griffincrest satelite systems began to pinpoint the Leocardian satelites, and the first wave of missles would be fired, rocketing off through the blackness of space until they either hit their target or something else. At the same time, the Griffincrest solar sailor fleet trained their railguns on the Leocardian satelites that survived the missile barrage, and began to open up, sending hundreds of six inch shells to go smashing into the fragile pieces, shattering them and leaving the rubble to drift across the expanse of space.

At the same time as all of this, a sixth fleet, albeit a much much smallerfleet than the others, began to move towards the colonies of Leocardia, the Makoki islands. The forces of the Corporation, while outnumbered, were far better equipped, and hopefully better trained. Everything about the Corporate loadout was superior to the Communists, the mercenaries G36E being superior to the standard issue AK-101 and to the reservists AK-74's or Type 87 rifles. The Otagian made machine guns used by Griffincrest forces would also soon prove themselves to be the better weapon against the Leocardian forces, and even the tanks, the Chariot, would prove to have the upper hand if it came down to tank on tank battles with the Leocardian T-96's.

The Leocardian nuclear systems were also well researched, and missile silos throughout Leocardian territory were marked down by Griffincrest satelites. Should any missiles attempt to leave, they would be faced with the trillion dollar Confederate missile defence system. Now without satelites to repeat the attack on Confederate missiles, a Leocardian nuclear strike would prove to be a very, very poor decision.

For Leocardia, this would be the beginning of the end. The Admiral, however, was willing to negotiate. Leocardia withdraws from TPF, as well as pays a war cost of 250 billion dollars. If this was refused, the war would commence, and the Leocardian people would suffer.

OOC: Interesting, I'll be following this closely (probably will get involved as well).

OOC: BTW I also have colonies in the Makoki Isles so I probably won't be happy to see you there. Just so you know. On the other hand, I've had my problems with Leocardia in the past as well...

The time had arrived. Finally, someone had declared war on Leocardia. It was the doom of the enemy. It was now the deathmatch to show the world of Leocardia's might that had been hidden for years after the Leocardian-Pythogrian War. It had finally arrived.

"Dear citizens," the news broadcast announced. "The world we look in had now become reality. We had aided the North Calaveras from TPF. We invaded and is ongoing in the fight. We expelled Mationbuds forces together, during our civil war. We destroyed the whole Pythogrian fleet in a matter of hours. Today, we shall work together once again and expel the Blackhelms that will be heading our way. The war is now."
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"President, your sword." His fellow servants bowed gently to him. The sword rested on the pillow, which Jason picked up. "I haven't felt this good since 1990s." Jason commented. He picked up his AK-101 rifle that was resting on the wall, and grabbed his armor and helmet. "It's about time." Jason was still physically fit, he was only 32, and he was still in his military mind.

Outside the shores was a fully deployed National Guard. The Guards were equipped lightly for a fast movement in the beach, though AK-47 rifles were still a standard. Sandbagged bunkers were being made. Inside, a machine-gunner. Snipers from nearby buildings scope through extreme protection. Mobile AA guns were mobilized throughout the beach, but S-300PMUs watched closely behind the beaches for any additional SAM backup. Sea mines were placed all over the Leocardian seas, and trading ships were told to postpone their shipments until further notice. Kilo class submarines lurk behind the sea mines to provide additional backup.

F-22, Su-30MKI, and Su-30MKK2 fighter jets were assigned to protect the Leocardian city, Hujin, which was also on the shores of Leocardia. Artillery positions were marked and ready to fire, when enemy was present. There was no navy planned for this defensive strategy, but an idle fleet was ready just incase. The LeoMilitia was also called up to protect the city from any harm.

Intelligence reports say that Blackhelm ships were heading to Leocardia's colony of Makoki Isles.

"What a bitch." A soldier that was in the group to protect Leocardian interests in the Makoki Isles. "Now they're coming straight at us." He was a weakling, which was why he was one of those who joined the group to protect Makoki Isles, so no one had to attack them. "Now, you're a soldier of Leocardia, you know... Years ago, you fought those Py... Py... Those -grians. No scrap on you eh? There, Blackhelm ain't shit compared to those -grians." Another soldier, who was an sergeant, replied to him. "Yeah, well that war I was hyphy. Today, I ain't."

The soldiers established well with their stragetic plans of combat engagement. They were still a little rusted, but they had practiced these positions ever since the last war.

A phone call was made to West Corinthia about this situation.

It was Commander Octavio, who spoke in a Southern accent.

This is Commander Octavio, speaking for the Leocardian Armed Forces in Makoki Isles. I assume you heard about the Blackhelm navy heading our way and would like to offer a collaboration in forces to expel these foreigners from Makoki Isles. Now, I'm on your side for this; Makoki is supposed to be a isle of peace, not war. Now, I want peace forever here, so I was thinking of making plans. Kapeeesshh?

OOC: Sorry to break it to you boss, but honestly you would be in a state of utter confusion, and have no idea who is attacking you. As far as you now, several dozen missiles came from seemingly nowhere and crashed into your largest naval base,and your satelites were struck from the sky, again by an as of yet faceless enemy. Whatever your satelites would have picked up in the moments they had before being destroyed were fleets dispersed across the globe, and in the constantly warring NS world, single fleets are going to seem quite normal. Also, being that Griffincrest is not a nation, but rather a corporation within a nation, we do not find it necessary to declare war before we move, or even declare war at all. Lookat the Groznians, who did not fully comprehend exactly who was assaulting them even as Yeltsmin was being looted. Now I would greatly appreciate it if you would rewrite those two posts unless you believe otherwise, and also take damages. Thank you.

OOC: Sorry to break it to you boss, but honestly you would be in a state of utter confusion, and have no idea who is attacking you. As far as you now, several dozen missiles came from seemingly nowhere and crashed into your largest naval base,and your satelites were struck from the sky, again by an as of yet faceless enemy. Whatever your satelites would have picked up in the moments they had before being destroyed were fleets dispersed across the globe, and in the constantly warring NS world, single fleets are going to seem quite normal. Also, being that Griffincrest is not a nation, but rather a corporation within a nation, we do not find it necessary to declare war before we move, or even declare war at all. Lookat the Groznians, who did not fully comprehend exactly who was assaulting them even as Yeltsmin was being looted. Now I would greatly appreciate it if you would rewrite those two posts unless you believe otherwise, and also take damages. Thank you.

OOC: Thanks for trying to ruin my fun, but Leocardia has no space program. They share a military satellite with an allied nation. Just because several missiles crashed into my largest navy base, doesn't mean I don't have any more else of them.

IC:

"TAKE COVER!" An outside voice was heard in Mainistan, Leocardia's decisive largest navy base. Soon, missiles screeched in the skies. Hitting both ships and the base. "THEIR MISSILES FROM PARALLEL 4!" Idle battleships were hit, broken down, and destroyed. 17 frigates were sunk in their position, whereas an aircraft carrier was down.


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Official Proposal to COMECON-SD
Our dear nation is under attack. Leocardia is in need for aid, both economic and militarily. Please help us.

State Department Communication
Why are you calling on COMECON to assist YOU? YOU attacked us, and that is strike, from our allies, is in response to this attack.

State Department Communication
Why are you calling on COMECON to assist YOU? YOU attacked us, and that is strike, from our allies, is in response to this attack.


I think that Leocardia was responding to the attack on YOUR attackNC.

State Department Communication
Why are you calling on COMECON to assist YOU? YOU attacked us, and that is strike, from our allies, is in response to this attack.

Official Leocardian Response

Dear enemy, COMECON-SD is our alliance that is committed in helping our dearest nation in need when being attacked by foreign invaders. Leocardia attacked you under the reasons of warmongering and attacks on a Leocardian ally. You should be focused in your battles than international affairs.

State Department Communication
Did NC forget to tell you that THEY started the war? I thought so.

Ministry of Defense

Attention: The PeoplesFreedom and their mercenary "allies"

We feel that the military situation in Leocardia has deteriorated beyond what we feel is comfortable for our strategic needs, and the time has come for us to act. Effective immediately, we will commence military action to continue Leocardia's offensive action against its enemies and our forces will be mobilized for war.

The following forces are being dispatched to Leocardia to aid in its defense:

2 SEACOM Naval Command Groups
1 light carrier group
5 infantry divisions
3 mechanized divisions
2 armored divisions

10 air superiority squadrons
3 bomber wings

Total forces: Approximately 700,000 combat personnel and another 1,200,000 logistics personnel over the next two months.

Air forces from our Strategic Rocket Forces will commence strategic bombing of the area to repel the enemy aggressors and our Space Weaponry Command will be activated to target enemy space resources at our discretion. The naval forces and the first units of ground troops are en route as we speak, having been recently withdrawn from Hataria.

Consider this a declaration of war against TPF and its mercenary allies,
Proconsul Vlasikov, Ministry of Defense

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OOC: I need some maps of Leocardia and TPF so I know the area and its terrain. Distances a plus as well since I need to know if my bombers can actually reach the battlefield, let alone return.

State Department Communication
Did NC forget to tell you that THEY started the war? I thought so.

I throught you did, you attacked NC's walls, turning into a full-scale war.

OOC: sorry if I seem like a prick, I just want this to run smoothly. Your lack of space program is going to really, really hurt you.

IC:

It soon became clear to the Griffincrest Board of Investors that there was virtually nothing in space owned by Leocardia that would be able to do much of anything in the form of retaliation should an orbital God Rod bombardment begin. Jack Phoenixclaw and Claudius Griffincrest smiled widely as they watched satelite footage of the Leocardian base light up like a candle, and as the ships creaked and went under the sea. Several men sat around the large dark oak table, watching the same screen,and in a few moments, after the final vessel was under, they began their conference on the next stage of the assault.

It was decided that, in order to save the lives of both mercenaries and Leocardian soldiers and civilian, that satelites A1 to B23 would begin to find Leocardian naval assets across the globe. A1 to A13 were tasked with the finding and destruction of Leocardian carriers already at sea. Once designated, the satelites wpuld then drop their massive tungsten god rods, which would enter the Earth's atmosphere and reach speed in excess of three thousand miles per hour. The crews aboard the carriers would barely even have time to react before the rods would split their ship in half as if it were a child's plaything.

Satelites A14 to B1 would than target Leocardian naval bases along the shoreline. Any bases that were found would be immediatly targeted for bombardment by two of the rods. With fourteen satelites, they would be able to destroy seven more Leocardian ports before they could even get a full grasp on what was happening.

The rest of the satelites would then standby and wait to see what ships were lucky, or unlucky, enough to survive the initial assault, and then they would launch a second rod, surely enough to destroy the vessel.

As this began, the Griffincrest fleets were beginning to rendezvous at the pre set destination, roughly a five day cruise from the Leocardian border. In a week, they would grow to thoroughly regret their decision to invade TPF. The offer was still on the table, and there was still an opportunity to avoid the conflict. Simply withdraw from TPF, and pay the war cost, and the entire situation vanishes.

OCC: Nope.


OCC2: Vet, check TG's.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v473/LiLaZnMaGiCsCt/leocardia.jpg

Yellow circle - capital
Black Square - army base
blue square - airforce base
orange square - navy
orange circle - big city

OCC: Sorry its so shitty.

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/bobiscool33/TPF.jpg

OOC: Blackhelm... Space Weaponry? I'm a MT player.

OOC: Blackhelm... Space Weaponry? I'm a MT player.

OCC: Its MT, mate.

OOC: Blackhelm... Space Weaponry? I'm a MT player.


Tested in 1976, but banned by SALT (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rods_from_God)

Strategic Rocket Forces Command, North Vetalia

Upon receiving word of mobilization from the Ministry of Defense, a number of ground-based anti-satellite missiles were primed to harass communications and targeting satellites in near-Earth space. Choosing targets to try and maximize the effectiveness, they primed three salvos of 15 missiles at TPF communications, targeting and observation satellites.

The Vetalian government also realized the risk of Leocardia's lack of space defenses, and watched the skies nervously for signs of TPF space weaponry over the country. They could defend Vetalia's own space facilities, but the military lacked the infrastructure to defend anything but a few sparsely populated areas of Leocardia near the edge of the defensive network. It was going to hurt if the mercs or TPF used their space weaponry.

A single call came from the command center of the SRF, commanding the bases to open fire. The three salvos, totaling 45 missiles launched in short order, aimed at any enemy targets in range. This left a scant 150 anti-satellite missiles in various stages of mobilization, a number which would take time to expand while the country still mobilized.

OCC: Its MT, mate.

Really? God rods in space is modern tech? I don't see the United States using such in Iraq.

Really? God rods in space is modern tech? I don't see the United States using such in Iraq.

OCC: They could. Furthermore, MT does not mean 2007. They reaserched such weapons.

OCC: Vet, would you so kindly make a new thread for your actions against me?

OOC: This is meant to be primarily my Blackhelm thread, so I will repost my opening attack in a new thread and once I know it's Blackhelm I will post here.

Really? God rods in space is modern tech? I don't see the United States using such in Iraq.

Did you read that article or are you justsaying things without knowledge. The US and Russia agreed not to develop them (Although there is suspicion the US does maintain one) when they signed SALT II.

Also, the US has nuclear bombs too, and they don't use them in Iraq.

Did you read that article or are you justsaying things without knowledge. The US and Russia agreed not to develop them (Although there is suspicion the US does maintain one) when they signed SALT II.

Also, the US has nuclear bombs too, and they don't use them in Iraq.

I already know that now.

I already know that now.

Great, so post damage and lets get this going.

The Leocardian ports were instantly destroyed. Only a few buildings were left standing, but as many as 700,000 naval personnels were vanished.

Leocardian anti-satellite missiles began launching away salvo shots.

"Rumors and speculation

There have been several rumors on the internet and the university physics circuit about a classified test of such a weapon in the Pacific Ocean in 1976. Unsubstantiated reports from several sources indicate a disturbance 150km North-West of the Hawaiian Islands similar to that of a "very small-scale nuclear detonation".[citation needed] This disturbance was widely believed to be a classified nuclear test by the US government, until recent years when rumors of an unsuccessful test of a space based weapon such as a railgun, mass driver, or kinetic bombardment projectile began to circulate.[citation needed]"

does not equal

"Tested in 1976, but banned by SALT"

OCC: However, it is possible to build and deploy.

OCC: However, it is possible to build and deploy.

agreed, in PMT

agreed, in 2040

No, now.

Well, whatever, Blackhelm also uses rail guns, which defiantly fit the definition of PMT, so it all depends on what you believe is possible now, but I believe Leocardia has a right to ignore them [god rods] if Leocardia is strictly MT.

OCC: That's a good point. I agree that Rail guns are PMT, but God Rods are deployable now, according to what I have heard. But then that also means that he would have to "ignore" some of my things.

A phone call was made to West Corinthia about this situation.

It was Commander Octavio, who spoke in a Southern accent.

This is Commander Octavio, speaking for the Leocardian Armed Forces in Makoki Isles. I assume you heard about the Blackhelm navy heading our way and would like to offer a collaboration in forces to expel these foreigners from Makoki Isles. Now, I'm on your side for this; Makoki is supposed to be a isle of peace, not war. Now, I want peace forever here, so I was thinking of making plans. Kapeeesshh?

Since this matter now had his full attention, the call went through straight to the Czar. Czar Ptolemy was interested to hear what the Leocardians had to say, as he had been quite ambivalent in his feelings over who to support. On the one hand, West Corinthia had had relations with TPF in the past, but as a member of GASN was sworn to oppose BC. Still undecided, he answered the phone:

This is Czar Ptolemy I of West Corinthia. If what you say is true, our own colonies in the area may be threatened as well. Given our past "relations," I'm hesitant to offer you any military support, however, you will have it should the Corinthian colonies come under attack from Blackhelm. For now I will put all forces in the area on high alert. Keep in touch as the situation unfolds.

Hanging up the phone, the Czar sat back in his chair with his arms crossed. He knew that West Corinthia had not been fully committed to a war since the First Republic. Nevertheless, Corinthian interests were his foremost priority. "Call the senate to assembly." he ordered the nearest liaison. Despite being puppets of the Czar, Ptolemy still found the senate to be a useful source of advice regarding international affairs.

Meanwhile, the Corinthian colony of Tol Numenor in the Makoki Isles was already on high alert. The naval base on the western shore of the island was buzzing with activity as jets patrolled the skies and ships assumed battle stations. Almost a fortress unto itself, the shores of the island had been previously fortified during colonization. Coastal guns, SAM and anti-ship missile batteries, and even concrete bunkers lined the beaches along the perimeter of the Corinthian-held zone. No expense had been spared to protect Corinthian soil.

Message to Blackhelm

I advise you watch your actions closely. If you wish to attack the Leocardians in the Makoki Isles, fine, we won't stop you. However, should you even damage a Corinthian asset in the area, it will be viewed as a declaration of war. I doubt highly you are looking to bring the GASN into this conflict. Mind where you aim those "Rods of God." This will be our only warning to you.

Signed,
Eduard Borya, Consul of the Corinthian Senate

OOC: Seems odd to me for CA to get involved against a GDI member, mistake even maybe? Railguns are defo not MT, PMT yes. As for Godrods...doesn't bother me, i treat them as a) often noobish (they don't make an RP good and are often misused) and b) i treat them as WMD's, at least at a tactical level.

Just wondering what year this is about based in tech wise?

IC:

Capital City, official home of the Hotdian Government

In the main intelligence office computer screens were flashing at their operators, not only was there trouble in Vetaka, but not it seemed leocardia had been attacked. Although not sure, reports seemed to point the missile launch in the direction of Blackhelm, if anything due to the massive buildup of ships heading straight for Leocardia, and also the fact that they had an overwhelming majority as far as satellites over the region were concerned.

The advancing ships looked menacing, a lot of them were troop or tank transports and amphibious assault craft, surely a force like that could not be up to much good?

Hotdogs2 Offers support to Leocardia

Hotdogs2 would like to lend its hand in support of Leocardia in the defence of their nation. Any aggression against them will be met with full force from Hotdogs2 in retaliation. Not only shall we defend leocardia but we shall meet tactical use of WMD's with full scale assault against the aggressors. Should Leocardia come under invasion the invaders shall feel our wrath. And we do not believe those nations will enjoy our messing in their business, as we pride ourselves in the use of a powerful and fearsome armed forces equipped with the best equipment and the best training, two potent forces which when combined give us a capability unsurpassed.

May potential aggressors take this as a warning.

[Signed]

President Roberts

State Department Communication
Is the nation of er... "Hotdogs2" aware that Leocardia has blatenly attacked TPF on it's own soil? As a member of the GDI, we demand he be ejected.

OOC: So hearing that I have the right to ignore railguns and god rods, I will be using that right, because I am strictly Modern Technology.

OOC: So hearing that I have the right to ignore railguns and god rods, I will be using that right, because I am strictly Modern Technology.

OCC: Then whyd you RP with my railguns...

We are willing to assist the Blackhelm Confederacy in this struggle. Mathism forces will deploy shortly.
By the way, Blackhelm's embassy in Mathism will be given extra security if you wish. http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=526503

OCC: Then whyd you RP with my railguns...

I wasn't sure if they were considered either PMT or MT.

Plus, to add to that, you never had rail guns.

I wasn't sure if they were considered either PMT or MT.

Plus, to add to that, you never had rail guns.

OCC: If you read my posts you would have seen that they were firing at you.

We are willing to assist the Blackhelm Confederacy in this struggle. Mathism forces will deploy shortly.
By the way, Blackhelm's embassy in Mathism will be given extra security if you wish. http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=526503

OOC: So your aiding Vetalia, who is supporting me. Yet, your aiding Blackhelm that is attacking me... wtf?

OOC: So your aiding Vetalia, who is supporting me. Yet, your aiding Blackhelm that is attacking me... wtf?

It's called hedging your bets. Poker players do it all the time, and war is a lot like poker... just with big guns instead of cards.

OCC: If you read my posts you would have seen that they were firing at you.


They fired, but I never RPed my losses to them, did I? I only claimed the damages from your missiles and Khans.

They fired, but I never RPed my losses to them, did I? I only claimed the damages from your missiles and Khans.

OCC: So then why didnt you? Furthermore, I am waiting for those posts.

OOC: the easiest thing to do is to just change your rail guns into conventional cannons for the purposes of the RP, not to open another can of worms, but ETC cannons would also be a good option to use instead of railguns. While I consider ETC to be MT+1 (the gray area between PMT and MT) many NS players would assert that ETC cannons fit into MT. That way you can still have your attack hurt but just not be super powerfull.

OOC: the easiest thing to do is to just change your rail guns into conventional cannons for the purposes of the RP, not to open another can of worms, but ETC cannons would also be a good option to use instead of railguns. While I consider ETC to be MT+1 (the gray area between PMT and MT) many NS players would assert that ETC cannons fit into MT. That way you can still have your attack hurt but just not be super powerfull.

OCC: That is what I normally do.

OCC: So then why didnt you? Furthermore, I am waiting for those posts.

And you see, I am using the reason that I am ignoring you on those railguns, because I am MT.

And you see, I am using the reason that I am ignoring you on those railguns, because I am MT.

OCC: Then you'll have to ignore my entire military.

OCC: Then you'll have to ignore my entire military.

Your entire military is not PMT, otherwise I wouldn't be invading you.

OOC: Thats fine TPF, a link would be good but i'll see if i can set up a tribunal, if it was Leocardia's fault you were attacked completely then they will be kicked out and forced out of your nation...for now i will tone down my defence of Leocardia but still put a bit of pressure against Blackhelm to stop attacking. May i suggest you guys make an OOC thread?

IC:

Second open message regarding Leocardia

Hotdogs2 would like to reiterate that attacks on Leocardia should NOT take place as the situation stands. However, we also note with sadness that The PeoplesFreedom and Leocardia have been warring if sources are correct, as such the GDI will not get involved in such a war at at the current time until the situation is cleared up with the tribunal(should it be found necessary). TPF is being given full acknowledgeable of their proposal for the expulsion of Leocardia.

The ships were now nearing a two day travel off of Leocardian shores. At this point, the planes would begin to blast off from the many Forrestal class carriers throughout the fleet. Over a hundred F-14 Tomcats were soon in the skies. Their mission, find and eliminate any remaining vestiges of the Leocardian navy as well as to draw the Leocardian air force into the sky, where they too would be sent to a watery grave in the vast ocean below.

Admiral Ironclaw looked at the satelite feeds in the bride of his ship, and felt a little sorry for the Leocardians. For all of their pomp and pride, their navy was destroyed in only a matter of minutes without any return casualties, and by the Confederate way of thinking, the navy represented a nations strength. Without a navy, the Leocardians might as well just give up as far as Ironclaw was concerned.

Overhead, several more satelites began to converge of Leocardia, and begin to find pockets along the shore of particularly heavy troop concentrations. Five of these positions would be the next targets, and soon even more God Rods were being released from their satelites.

The Admiral once again put out the message to the Leocardian government. "Two hundred and fifty billion dollars and the withdrawal from ThePeoplesFreedom, and the punishment stops."

The ships were now nearing a two day travel off of Leocardian shores. At this point, the planes would begin to blast off from the many Forrestal class carriers throughout the fleet. Over a hundred F-14 Tomcats were soon in the skies. Their mission, find and eliminate any remaining vestiges of the Leocardian navy as well as to draw the Leocardian air force into the sky, where they too would be sent to a watery grave in the vast ocean below.

Admiral Ironclaw looked at the satelite feeds in the bride of his ship, and felt a little sorry for the Leocardians. For all of their pomp and pride, their navy was destroyed in only a matter of minutes without any return casualties, and by the Confederate way of thinking, the navy represented a nations strength. Without a navy, the Leocardians might as well just give up as far as Ironclaw was concerned.

Overhead, several more satelites began to converge of Leocardia, and begin to find pockets along the shore of particularly heavy troop concentrations. Five of these positions would be the next targets, and soon even more God Rods were being released from their satelites.

The Admiral once again put out the message to the Leocardian government. "Two hundred and fifty billion dollars and the withdrawal from ThePeoplesFreedom, and the punishment stops."

"Message from Blackhelm."

"Read it." Frustrated with the heavy losses in the Leocardian navy.

"$250 billion and pull out of TPF, and they will end it."

"250 billion is cheap. Wire it and pull out."

The Admiral let out a sigh, both of relief and dissapointment. The relief was for the fact that he now knew that none of his men would have to be lost today, and the dissapointment because of all of the planning that he had put into the operation that was now being thrown away.

As soon as the word came through that the money was deposited, the massive fleet began to turn back and split up as they headed back to their home ports around the world.