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(reposted for weird Jolt timewarpness)

Today, the Principality of North Point, in conjunction with Sun International Naval Systems and MacMillan Heavy Industries, announced the unveiling of the Houston-class missile ship.

In terms of firepower to displacement, the Houston-class is one of the most potent missile ships currently in production. The Houston's strength lies in its versatility; it is able to ship a variety of advanced naval weapon systems. MacMillan's shipyards will outfit customized versions, at an additional cost.

The Houston-class is currently built in two versions. The standard Houston is a dedicated missile ship. Houston Mod. 2 is a scout ship outfitted with the MQ-8B Fire Scout helicopter and facilities to house it. Due to the costs of acquiring production rights for the Fire Scout, the MSRP of the Mod. 2 version is slightly increased.

Equip your nation with one of the world's finest missile crafts at an optimal price; make the right choice today.

POLICY:
1. Clients are to perform the calculations to purchase a ship. Shortchange me and I will not sell to you.
2. DPRs not available.

Statistics: (Houston-class)

Full Load Displacement: 476 ton
Length: 60 m
Beam: 7.8 m
Engines: 4 x Rotara (MacMillan Subsidiary) producing 12,500 hp
Speed: Max 33 knots, cruising 21 knots
Operational Ranges: @21 kts 5100 nm, @33 kts 2800 nm
Complement: 53 officers and crew

Default Armament (Houston Mod. 1):
2 x Oto Melara 76mm
2 x 20mm Phalanx CIWS Mk.15
8 x RGM-84 Harpoon AShM

Currently operated by the North Point Sea Command.

Surface Search RADAR: AN/SPS-73
Fire Control RADARS: AN/SPG-62
ESM: AN/SLQ-32, AN/WLR-1
Countermeasures: PRAIRIE/MASKER, AN/SLQ-49

MSRP: $300 million USD


Statistics: (Houston-class Mod. 2)

Full Load Displacement: 488 ton
Length: 60 m
Beam: 7.8 m
Engines: 4 x Rotara (MacMillan Subsidiary) producing 12,500 hp
Speed: Max 33 knots, cruising 21 knots
Operational Ranges: @21 kts 5100 nm, @33 kts 2800 nm
Complement: 53 officers and crew

Default Armament (Houston Mod. 2):
1 x Oto Melara 76mm
2 x 20mm Phalanx CIWS Mk.15
4 x RGM-84 Harpoon AShM

Equipment:
1 x MQ-8B Fire Scout

Currently operated by the North Point Sea Command.

Surface Search RADAR: AN/SPS-73
Fire Control RADARS: AN/SPG-62
ESM: AN/SLQ-32, AN/WLR-1
Countermeasures: PRAIRIE/MASKER, AN/SLQ-49

MSRP: $310 million USD


Available Options (both versions):

Missile Refits:
8 x RGM-84 Harpoon
4 x RGM-84 Harpoon (subtract $3 million USD)
8 x MM40 Exocet
4 x MM40 Exocet (subtract $3 million USD)
8 x Naval Strike Missile
4 x Naval Strike Missile (subtract $3 million USD)

Bear in mind that customization will add a total of $50 million USD to the cost of your order.

OOC: Artwork copyright 2008 by Colosseum (North-Point). Houston-class design based on the Israeli Saar 4.5 missile boat. Stats modified accordingly.

What is the opinion of North Point to selling to Private Businesses? We need security in the seas around our launch facility.
-Ranoke Aerospace Corporation.

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The Armed Republic of Catawaba
An Official Communication from the Secretary for War, General Tom Waverly
An Inquiry to SUN International Naval Systems About the Houston-class missile ship

To whom it may concern, Sir or Madam,

As the Catawaban Secretary for War, it is placed upon me to consider candidates to meet the requirements of our current naval expansion. We currently utilize a version of the Cyclone-class patrol ship for littoral patrol duties but are looking for a more capable and versatile ship for the expansion in that combat role.

The Houston-class shows promise, but we have to wonder why is the Phalanx CWIS installed rather than the more capable Goalkeeper?

From the heart,
Gen. Tom Waverly
Secretary for War

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;
To: Gen. Tom Waverly
re: Houston-class Armaments Decisions

Dear Sir,

Raytheon Technologies' PHALANX 20mm CIWS requires no deck penetration, while GOALKEEPER's radar systems etc. require up to six meters of downward penetration. Phalanx can simply be bolted on and plugged into the ship's computer array, making it ideal for this type of surface combatant.

For an additional $100 million USD, MacMillan HI can replace either 76mm Melara turret with the Goalkeeper system.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;

Dear Sir,

Sun International operates the entire country of North Point; as such, contracts to other corporations are welcomed, but may come at a steeper price.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding

Bumpity bump.

The Blackhelm Confederacy is interested in procuring the DPR's to the mod 1.

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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF THE MILITARY
GRAND ADMIRAL JAMES E. ROCKENBACH
After careful consideration of the firepower of this specific vessel, the Shazbotdom Empire requests Domestic Production Rights for both types of vehicles. When authorization has been granted for us to have the DPR's that request, we will transmit the total of $4 Billion will be transmitted to the bank accounts of Sun International Naval Systems.

We are happy to be doing business with you.

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;

Dear Sirs,

DPRs are no longer being granted at this time. Purchases must be made in individual units.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;

Dear Sirs,

DPRs are no longer being granted at this time. Purchases must be made in individual units.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding


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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF THE MILITARY
GRAND ADMIRAL JAMES E. ROCKENBACH
We inquire then as to when DPR's will be allowed again.

And for the meantime, we would like to purchase the following number.

160 x Mod 1 -- Total: 48,000,000,000
160 x Mod 2 -- Total: 49,600,000,000

TOTAL PRICE OF PURCHASE: 97,600,000,000

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;

Dear Sir,

Your purchase has been approved.

DPR grants have been suspended indefinitely.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;

Dear Sir,

Your purchase has been approved.

DPR grants have been suspended indefinitely.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding


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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF THE MILITARY
GRAND ADMIRAL JAMES E. ROCKENBACH
When should we expect delivery?

OOC: Now? Hell, I dunno. Whenever suits you.

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;
TO: SHAZBOTDOM
re: HOUSTON-class Purchase; Status

Dear Sir,

MacMillan Heavy Industries has completed construction of 160 Mod. 1 and 160 Mod. 2 HOUSTON-class missile ships. All completed units await your navy at North Point's NAVAL STATION COVINGTON POINT.

I hope you are satisfied with the final product.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding

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To:The Principality of North Point

Statement of Acquisition
Peacekeeper Naval Forces High Command

Following the recent release of the Houston-class missile ship by your nation and as a result of the need manifested by our navy for a ship of this class the Peacekeeper Naval Forces would like to acquire the following numbers:

2 x Mod 1 - 600 million $
2 x Mod 2 - 620 million $

The acquisition is made with the purpose of testing the compatibility of your product with the needs of our Navy. Following evaluation and confirmation of the suitability of the Houstan class for its intended role our forces will make further acquisitions.

Admiral Commander
Crais

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From the desk of Cdr. Ian B. Roberts; Sun International CEO, on behalf of the
Principality of North Point;
re: HOUSTON-class Acquisitions

Dear Sir,

MacMillan Heavy Industries has completed construction of 2 Mod. 1 and 2 Mod. 2 HOUSTON-class missile ships. The craft are currently laid-up at North Point's NAVAL STATION COVINGTON POINT.

Regards,

-s-
Mr. Ian B. Roberts, Cdr. NPSC
CEO Sun International
Commanding