NationStates Jolt Archive

(OOC; Continuing events from the Knootoss election thread.)
The days leading up to the first meeting of parliament were distressing. In the capital Knootcap, the conservative mobs were running rampant. Social order in the capital virtually collapsed as groups of thugs plundered shops of Elvish owners and known supporters of the greens and SLP were beaten up. The minute police force struggled to cope, but was simply inadequate to handle the situation as the prime minister still refused to declare martial law.

Prime ministers residence
A servant entered the small office in the prime ministers home:
“Sir, bad news, the grave of state-secretary Aikanáro Arcamenel has been besmirched.”
Vogels was appalled “By all that is good… not my friend Aikanáro. Have they no sense of civilisation whatsoever?” . He sighed and asked the question that needed to be asked: “Any indications of the perpetrators?”
“Obvious ones, a group of over forty brown shirted men destroyed the tomb in broad daylight.”
“The police?”
“Powerless, again, these men were armed to the teeth, makes you wonder where they get the weapons from. By the time reinforcements arrived they were gone.”
Vogels had only one thought “Tator.”
He put down his pen and stared, his eyes unfocussed. The servant waited respectfully, but then spoke:
“Sir? Surely this has gone too far! Take this opportunity, arrest Tator, declare martial law.”
“NO! I will NOT let this nation slip into civil war and I will NOT turn it into a dictatorship myself. Tator just wants that, I will not destroy paradise in order to safe it.”
“Sir, with all due respect, paradise has been lost. You may be the next target.”
“Then so it shall be. Now please leave.”
The servant left, leaving Vogels there, staring to the sky outside…

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Utrecht city centre
The evening before…
A slight mist rose up from the canal, obscuring the view from the street side. 15 year old Joop Vermeer, son of a lawyer and member of the young greens returned home after visiting friends. Wearing his usual baggy outfit with the image of a sunflower (a green symbol) on his backpack.) He had just left central station when he heard a rattle in the distance. A group of over 30 men in dark brown uniforms approached. The boy was struck with fear, having heard about these groups roaming the streets looking for victims.

He continued to walk as nonchalant as he could, quickening his pace slightly as the group approached him. One of the men, who appeared to be the leader of the group, put his fist in the air and then pounded it on his chest. “Heil Knootoss!” he yelled at the boy. The boy did not respond, ignoring the group and looking the other way. That had been enough. 7 of the the men stormed the boy, throwing him on the ground. They grabbed their sticks and began to pound the boy with their fists and with their weapons, while the others were cheering the group on. An elderly woman came around the corner and saw it happen, but she quickly turned back, pretending she had not seen it.

The sound of an ambulance soon echoed trough the streets of Utrecht.
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The Hague, parliament building.

The storm had passed, and the weather was different now. Instread of the raging storm, the sky was now covered with thick grey clouds obscuring the sun. The light could not be seen anymore, but it was still there, coming through the clouds now and then, casting shadows with a high contrast on the floor before the parliament building. Separating light from darkness for just a moment. But then the sun would fade again, leaving the shadows to cover everything. The usually quiet halls surrounding the old stone brick building were filled now, filled with the voices of hatred and rage. Dick Tator storm troopers, all dressed in brown uniforms, encircled the building, and legislators had to pass through a ring of tough-looking, thugs to enter the building. While the legislators entered, they were not harmed yet, they could hear the mob chanting in an intimidating and deafening roar.

"Full powers -- or else! We want Tator-- or fire and murder!"

Also arriving at the site were foreigners: some were just interested people, who wanted to see what was happening in Knootoss. Some were journalists coming to report what would become a pivotal moment in Knootian history. Some were officials from other nations, invited to the ceremony. Others were of shadier origins. Moving amongst the common folk, acting and talking with the other visitors. No one from the knew at that time that there were assassins from at least 5 different intelligence agencies making their way into the parliament building.

Slowly the new members of parliament entered the old room, which had been the home of Knootian democracy for so many years. The old SLP chairman of parliament would lead this get together one more time, the stage was set.

(OOC people can arrive now, and then I will go on)

Admiral Washington skipped the crowd of thugs and simply had himself and Lee beamed into stalls in the men's restroom. "I'm quite suprised they haven't arrested those thugs for intimidation. Still - it might encite them more and they just don't have the resources avaliable. Let's go present ourselves..."

There were some wondering looks by the guards as the two passed through the detectors into the main chambers. They had not seen them walk through the main gates, perhaps they had just not been paying particular attention.

A group of four businessmen arrived at Knootcap Airport.
They passed the customs, the security checks, and finally took a taxi to go to their hotel.
One of them phoned the ambassy as soon as they arrived. A possible indiscreet hear could have heard : "Hi that's John Sheridan. Please inform the business attaché that we are here. Thanks."
A few minutes later, a car was coming and picked them up.
Another few minutes and they were in front of the Parliament building.

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Ward Littel and his colleague, who had been monitoring Tator's HQ for a while went around the Parliament too.
They had set up everything the night before, and now they only needed to check that nothing had been moved, and that noone would change anything.

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The 5 people of an "EndlessNews team" arrived in the Hague.
They had chosen the same hotel as other journalists, which happens to be a few blocks from the one where the businessmen have their rooms.
They went to the Parliament building to see how it looked like. And entered the Parliament room. They tested a digital-encypting radio equipment.
Then looked at each other. Everything was ready.

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On a small private airport, in Knootcap's far-suburb, an helicopter was ready to take off. The pilot was awaiting a signal from 2 guys in the airport house...

OOC: i'll be away from tomorrow until sunday evening so Der Angst will RP my forces in the meantime.

3 private businessmen, abviously arriving to oversee the situation, and it`s implications for the economy, arrived together with four Journalists who were meant to videotape the ceremony that would start shortly...

Meanwhile, unknown for anyone except White Hawk Ltd. and Soldats Ltd. shareholders, smaller forces in DA were mobilised... the events in Knootoss became more dangerous every day, and Althena cursed herselve that she though she could control Tator... What a mistake.

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ANA: The latest news: Knootoss is raged by several horrible events: Elvish graves are being desecrated, elvish businesses plundered, democratic forces harrased. The deathcount is so far unknown, but it is definitely a situation where people would think the prime minister would initiate martial law... however, this didn`t happen yet. So far, there are no statements from the associates available...

In other news, the Melkor- situation reaches another peak with foreign...

Somehow, the CoVar agents had got themselve in. Finally, actively fighting to gain the advanced intelligence their leader wanted and working with no real goal other than to ensure CoVar's interests. Interests, which no one knew how the possible change in power could effect.

The team of five agents, four men, one woman, had been in Knootoss for many months now. One of the men, was even a Knootoss citizen, hired by the Corporation. They split, two of the men heading for the journalists area as their covers, that they had been portrayed for months now indicated them as journalists for the Corporate Islands NewsGroup (CING). The others head for the balcony above to watch the proceedings.

Oddly enough another group of CoVar Employees were making their way through the angry crowd. The closest CoVar got to diplomats, were thier marketing people and they did their job, well. One of these, a Marketing Executive, escorted by a group of CoVar Security people into the parliament building.

Each group of CoVar employees were curious what was about to transpire and how it would effect future and current business dealings.

OOC: All just an elaborate tag.

Reminds, me, i need OOCly to know if Tator drinks water or something else (lemonade, alcohol...).

Arriving in the Hague this morning was a prominent member of the Dyelli Beybian nobility, the Marquis do Brumby. Sporting a monacle and full military dress uniform, it was fairly clear which faction the Government of the Djel tended to favour. His first requests were for an audience with 'the Illustrious Mr Tator or one of his aides.'

High above Knootooss, in a geostationary orbit, the Ineffable spacefleet stirs. Something can be seen to be happening on one of the ships. It looks like the only one of its type in the fleet, and in size second only to the heavy cruisers. Something is launched from it, dropping down towards Knootooss. As it approaches(sp?) the capital, people begin looking up. It closes in on the capital, a few more citizens begin looking up. It plummets towards a deserted field just outside Kootcap, looking like a dangerously large meteorite. About a minute before impact, large retro jets begin firing from the object, and it settles down more or less gently. Hatches in the side open, and tracks are revealed. The tracks begin moving, and the object picks up speed and heads towards the Hague.

Encoded Communique from Valinon UN Ambassador Lady Diedre Rolt
To: Mr. Vogels and relevant persons in the SLP/KGP Coalition Government

Mr. Vogels,

The situation in Knootoss seems to be spiraling rapidly out of control pertaining to the matter of civil security and stability. The Empire of Valinon is willing to dispatch a force of peacekeepers in order to help assist your police forces in maintaining civil order. The peacekeepers would be placed under the direct command of the Knootoss military and police. Valinon seeks only to ensure that Knootoss remainns a bastion of stability in its region and the world.

Sincerely,
Lady Diedre Rolt
His Majesty's Ambassador to the United Nations

OOC: Get my TG?

***Encoded transmission from Dick Tator's HQ to Temple of Nod, Cairo, via three different locations***

"Mylord, the Black Hand operative shot yesterday by those assassins has died. Shall we be needing a replacement?"

"No. You should be perfectly able to guard Dick Tator with three of you. Besides, I'm sending in two "journalists" to that parlementary meeting. They will also try to protect Tator, although that may not be their primary concern."

"Yes mylord. Any information about the assassins?"

"No. We tracked them with one of those new recon satellites after the assassination, but we lost them when their car entered a tunnel. But we do have news; Der Angst is mobilizing smaller forces; presumably commandos and mobile forces. Inform me immediately if anything happens that could be related to Der Angst."

"Yes mylord."

"For now, guard Tator with your life. I suppose you can't stay with him inside the parlementary building?"

"I don't think so mylord, at least not while openly carrying weapons."

"Keep me informed."

OOC: Note, unless you were watching my fleet closely enough to see the dropship leave, no-one IC knows it was mine. Or that it is necessarily a dropship.

Admiral Washington skipped the crowd of thugs and simply had himself and Lee beamed into stalls in the men's restroom. "I'm quite suprised they haven't arrested those thugs for intimidation. Still - it might encite them more and they just don't have the resources avaliable. Let's go present ourselves..."

There were some wondering looks by the guards as the two passed through the detectors into the main chambers. They had not seen them walk through the main gates, perhaps they had just not been paying particular attention.

One of the parliament guards approached he admiral. “Sir? Are you on the guest list? Because then I should probably accompany to the house itself, the members of government are already there… (OOC: Presuming he says yes.) The guard led the admiral through the old halls and corridors in the parliament building. Going through a few closed doors, they arrived in the hall itself. The members of government were already early, in their assigned seatings, as they waited for the MPs to come in. Most had already arrived, but the conservative MPs were late, still demonstrating outside with the brownshirts. When Vogels saw the admiral, he nodded and smiled while the guard tried to lead the admiral to his assigned seat.

A group of four businessmen arrived at Knootcap Airport.
They passed the customs, the security checks, and finally took a taxi to go to their hotel.
One of them phoned the embassy as soon as they arrived. A possible indiscreet hear could have heard : "Hi that's John Sheridan. Please inform the business attaché that we are here. Thanks."
A few minutes later, a car was coming and picked them up.
Another few minutes and they were in front of the Parliament building.
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Ward Littel and his colleague, who had been monitoring Tator's HQ for a while went around the Parliament too.
They had set up everything the night before, and now they only needed to check that nothing had been moved, and that noone would change anything.
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The 5 people of an "EndlessNews team" arrived in the Hague.
They had chosen the same hotel as other journalists, which happens to be a few blocks from the one where the businessmen have their rooms.
They went to the Parliament building to see how it looked like. And entered the Parliament room. They tested a digital-encypting radio equipment.
Then looked at each other. Everything was ready.

The business men had to move through the mob of brownshirts to get to the encircled parliament building. The mob looked at them threateningly, and many shouted to them: “Heil Knootoss!” the Endlessnewsteam and the journalists from ANA and KNN were, consciously, harassed even more. But the brownshirts had orders to harm nobody – yet. However the journalists ignored the mob largely, mowing through them efficiently in time to set up their equipment.

The public tribune was filled completely, not with the usual schoolclasses and elderly people, but with more people loyal to Tator. So far they were only unruly, speaking of the great deeds that were about to be done. But they were obviously waiting for their leader to arrive. The businessmen took a seat as far away from the mob as they could, but were close enough to study them. Who were these people? And why did they support Tator? The group was now all dressed the same, in their brown uniforms issued by the conservative party, but still there were some interesting details that betrayed some origins. The people did not seem too well-fed and some actually looked quite bad. A majority of them still smoked, as this was betrayed by the rawness of their voices. One of the businessmen put his nose in the air and thought: ”Lower class people, poor scum at the very least. These people must be unhappy somehow.” (OOC hope you do not mind me “borrowing” the character for a second.)

3 private businessmen, abviously arriving to oversee the situation, and it`s implications for the economy, arrived together with four Journalists who were meant to videotape the ceremony that would start shortly...
OOC: will the businessmen also be attending the ceremony? The journalists are allowed, see above.

OOC: All just an elaborate tag.
OOC: ppl accepted in the building. Nice tag. :) )
Reminds, me, i need OOCly to know if Tator drinks water or something else (lemonade, alcohol...).
ICly you cannot know in advance, but OOCly he will probably have a glass of water standing next to him.

Arriving in the Hague this morning was a prominent member of the Dyelli Beybian nobility, the Marquis do Brumby. Sporting a monacle and full military dress uniform, it was fairly clear which faction the Government of the Djel tended to favour. His first requests were for an audience with 'the Illustrious Mr Tator or one of his aides.'
OOC: to whom does he make the request? Tator will enter parliament now for the speech so he is busy, although you might be able to exchange a few words with him before or after the ceremony.

High above Knootooss, in a geostationary orbit, the Ineffable spacefleet stirs. Something can be seen to be happening on one of the ships. It looks like the only one of its type in the fleet, and in size second only to the heavy cruisers. Something is launched from it, dropping down towards Knootooss. As it approaches(sp?) the capital, people begin looking up. It closes in on the capital, a few more citizens begin looking up. It plummets towards a deserted field just outside Kootcap, looking like a dangerously large meteorite. About a minute before impact, large retro jets begin firing from the object, and it settles down more or less gently. Hatches in the side open, and tracks are revealed. The tracks begin moving, and the object picks up speed and heads towards the Hague.

OOC: Bad move, this is just the excuse the government needed.

The Hague military barracks.
The alarm began to wail. It howled its cry that inspired anxiety in all present. Major Holland got the call. After 2 minutes, he hung up the phone with a “Yes, general de Kaste Sir, will do”.

The mayor paced quickly outside, to were the soldiers had been assembled. “Listen up men, we have a situation. An unknown dropship is just landing near Scheveningen. The ministry deems it likely that they will attempt to disrupt the inauguration ceremony.” On a darker tone, he continued: “The prime minister has finally come to his senses and had given orders for the military to deploy all over Knootoss. These intruders may have some form of internal support and the events we have witnessed so far are a BIG sign. For now, the entire division is mobilised to intercept any troops the dropship may carry, and eurofighters have been scrambled from Balmora airbase. Our job is simple, neutralise the intruders.

Over the grey skies of Knootcap, a group of hastily scrambled Eurofighters approached the Hague.
“This is captain Tyson of Purple wing to command, we will be meeting up with dropship target in 4 minutes.”
“Purple, you are authorised to fire all weapons on unidentified intruders.”
“Understood”

The fighters soared through the grey skies, cutting through the shadows with their burning engines and leaving the image of bright glimmers with long tails coming to chase the dark away.

The order had been given, the opportunity had been taken. All over Knootoss military units were put on high alert, and those assigned began to move into the cities. Armored units took up key positions near the border. Infantry units swarmed the various city centres of Knootcap, soldiers began to patrol the streets of Groningen and Enschede, To the south in Maastricht and Den Bosch the military police were issued with weapons. The attack was made public by the government almost instantly, and over the radio stations the news resonated, and slowly the nation became aware.

In the Hague itself, the mob was still surrounding parliament, but from the west came the army to intercept the hostile heading for the city…

Encoded Communique from Valinon UN Ambassador Lady Diedre Rolt
To: Mr. Vogels and relevant persons in the SLP/KGP Coalition Government

Mr. Vogels,

The situation in Knootoss seems to be spiraling rapidly out of control pertaining to the matter of civil security and stability. The Empire of Valinon is willing to dispatch a force of peacekeepers in order to help assist your police forces in maintaining civil order. The peacekeepers would be placed under the direct command of the Knootoss military and police. Valinon seeks only to ensure that Knootoss remainns a bastion of stability in its region and the world.

Sincerely,
Lady Diedre Rolt
His Majesty's Ambassador to the United Nations

OOC: Get my TG?
The prime ministers mobile beeped in the halls of parliament.
The device blinked: “1 new message”
Vogels quickly typed one back, tapping the small buttons on his phone.
“Offer acceptable –now martial law- forces welcome for he moment. Deploy ASAP.” He pressed the "send" button after selecting Lady Diedre Rolt.

The Hague, parliament building.
A group of armoured black cars pulled up in front of the building, and delivered their precious human load. The Great Dictator got out, and the mob turned as a single man: “HEIL DICK TATOR! HEIL KNOOTOSS!” and with that they put their fists up in the air. Tator put up his fist as well, acknowledging the crowd. For their leader, the masses pulled aside like the water had, according to myth, pulled aside when the Jews had fled Egypt. Tator walke comfortably to the entrance, and the crowd resumed their chanting which could be heard deep inside the building, even in the hall of the parliament itself it echoed all around.

"Full powers -- or else! We want Tator-- or fire and murder!"

(OOC: anyone who wants to do something outside, do so know…)

ooc: Yes, the businessmen will attend the ceremony as well, besides, none of them nor the Journalists are killers ;)

btw, i forgot to mention this before...

ic: A call to Burns: "We hope you attend the ceremony as well... there are high chances you will suddenly be in an importand situation..."

*hopes Burns is intelligent enough to prepare for any possibilities*

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At this time, the drinks in the parliament were delivered... Tator got an extra- package of 'The finest mineral water'...

(I assume the Black Hand operatives will check if it is poisoned... no, it isn`t... there is literally nothing in it, except H2O and CO2 2- (the anion of carbonic acid, as in every mineral water)... + he got some very salty food... also unpoisoned, except it´s salty, as so much stuff is nowadays ;))

(OOC) Basdically he'd make the request to anyone who would listen, aides, guards, other delegates, strange men on the street...
He is a typical arrogent Dyelli Beybian noble.

Six massive jet coptor transports shatter the silence of the skies over Knootoss. They are escorted by six Needle interceptors. Inside their holds they carry over 500 Sardaukar and an array of light armoured vehicles.
The lead coptor transmits a message to Knootcap's military airbase, "This is Coptor IX-E999 of His Majesty's Aerospace Core. We are carrying the requested peacekeeper troops here to ensure that order is maintained in Knootcap. We request permission to land and unload."

Chaos-toss!

By Julia Sukawati, Press Tanah Burung Internasional
(ooc: this is the journalist i said i'd send)

KNOOTCAP (PTBI) -- The streets of Knootian cities are in chaos today as tensions rise over the government crisis. Rampaging mobs of brownshirts have been reported attacking civilians. The gangs are thought to be linked to Dick Tator, the charismatic right-winger who swept to an election victory just days ago.

In a new development, a number of foreign powers are reported to be poised for military intervention on one side or the other. "Knootoss is on the verge of war," said one official who declined to give his name.

The crisis began when Tator won a surprise victory for the leadership of the Conservative Party, junior partner in the government coalition. Tator then won the largest bloc of seats in the national election, and demanded the right to be named Prime Minister. The elections were a crushing defeat for Prime Minister Vogels' Social Liberal Party, which is now in talks with the resurgent Greens and others in an attempt to put together a grand coalition with enough strength to keep Tator out. Vogels has also had to contend with a smear campaign against his character, adding to his troubles.

The outcome is uncertain, and all eyes on the parliamentary session about to open. "The future of Knootoss is on the line," said another source who asked to remain anonymous.

Speculation is rife as to international reaction should Tator succeed in taking power. Tanah Burung's foreign ministry has already announced that the agreement to re-establish diplomatic relations after a 50-year break will be cancelled if Tator is named PM. And others are calling for sanctions. "The world cannot look on idly at the rsie of fascism," said Simon Manupatty of Human Rights International. "If Knootoss chooses this butcher as their PM, then the world should treat Knootoss as a pariah state."

No government has yet spoken of any sort of sanctions, although some of Knootoss' allies are reproted to have offered support to the SLP.

United Valinon Daily Internatinal Debriefs, a United Valinon News Network Affiliate

The Valinon peacekeeping forces have been dispersed throughout Knootcap. Priority has been given over to civilian institutions, government buidlings, and major public gathering places. Sardaukar peacekeeping forces have already broken up many of the city-wide riots and gang attacks using everything short of lethal force. But the situation here is grave, it is rumoured that additional Sardaukar forces may be dispatched in order to ensure that the civil conflict underway in Knootoss does not break down into complete and utter civil war.
Currently Sardaukar peacekeepers have affirmed their position as neutral peacekeepers operating with the blessing of the current government to maintain internal order with in Knootcap, and the rest of Knootoss. Members of the so-called brownshirts, as well as other activist groups, have been detained and turned over to Knootoss authorities by Sardaukar troops.

OOC: Burns is still a member of the conservative party, and as such he will also be required to take the oath in the ceremony, so he will be present.

(OOC) Basdically he'd make the request to anyone who would listen, aides, guards, other delegates, strange men on the street...
He is a typical arrogent Dyelli Beybian noble.
OOC: then we will be redirected to the ceremony, which is were Tator is going now.

Chaos-toss!

By Julia Sukawati, Press Tanah Burung Internasional
(ooc: this is the journalist i said i'd send)

KNOOTCAP (PTBI) -- The streets of Knootian cities are in chaos today as tensions rise over the government crisis. Rampaging mobs of brownshirts have been reported attacking civilians. The gangs are thought to be linked to Dick Tator, the charismatic right-winger who swept to an election victory just days ago.

In a new development, a number of foreign powers are reported to be poised for military intervention on one side or the other. "Knootoss is on the verge of war," said one official who declined to give his name.

The crisis began when Tator won a surprise victory for the leadership of the Conservative Party, junior partner in the government coalition. Tator then won the largest bloc of seats in the national election, and demanded the right to be named Prime Minister. The elections were a crushing defeat for Prime Minister Vogels' Social Liberal Party, which is now in talks with the resurgent Greens and others in an attempt to put together a grand coalition with enough strength to keep Tator out. Vogels has also had to contend with a smear campaign against his character, adding to his troubles.

The outcome is uncertain, and all eyes on the parliamentary session about to open. "The future of Knootoss is on the line," said another source who asked to remain anonymous.

Speculation is rife as to international reaction should Tator succeed in taking power. Tanah Burung's foreign ministry has already announced that the agreement to re-establish diplomatic relations after a 50-year break will be cancelled if Tator is named PM. And others are calling for sanctions. "The world cannot look on idly at the rsie of fascism," said Simon Manupatty of Human Rights International. "If Knootoss chooses this butcher as their PM, then the world should treat Knootoss as a pariah state."

No government has yet spoken of any sort of sanctions, although some of Knootoss' allies are reproted to have offered support to the SLP.
OOC: very nice. Really summarises the thing. Thumbs up.

United Valinon Daily Internatinal Debriefs, a United Valinon News Network Affiliate

The Valinon peacekeeping forces have been dispersed throughout Knootcap. Priority has been given over to civilian institutions, government buidlings, and major public gathering places. Sardaukar peacekeeping forces have already broken up many of the city-wide riots and gang attacks using everything short of lethal force. But the situation here is grave, it is rumoured that additional Sardaukar forces may be dispatched in order to ensure that the civil conflict underway in Knootoss does not break down into complete and utter civil war.
Currently Sardaukar peacekeepers have affirmed their position as neutral peacekeepers operating with the blessing of the current government to maintain internal order with in Knootcap, and the rest of Knootoss. Members of the so-called brownshirts, as well as other activist groups, have been detained and turned over to Knootoss authorities by Sardaukar troops.
OOC: this is going to be difficult with the timeline, lets say this happens during/after the conference, because you can hardly deploy in a few hours. Ok?

*Waiting for TST to proceed with this intervention which does happen right now.*



The Hague, Parliament building

After letting the others wait for over half an hour, Tator entered the parliament room. As soon as he did, cheering started on the public balcony: the brownshirts shouted their lungs empty: “Heil Tator! Heil Knootoss!” The small man down below turned and put his fist in the air, making the crowd even madder with enthusiasm. After Tator, the other new conservative MPs entered, among them Burns, and they took their seats with cold stares on their faces, their eyes avoiding those of members of the other parties. Tator was still toying with the feelings of the crowd, and the chairman began to hammer on his desk. “Silence! Order please, or I shall have the room cleared!” Tator made a hushing sound to the public, causing them to calm down. He made it clear that he was the one in control, and not someone else.

The officials who had assembled from all corners of the world sat down, as the chairman began to speak in a noble and dignified, way. Orderly and conscious of the moment the old formulae was read.

“The parliament of the first Democratic Republic of Knootoss is in session. I welcome all those who have come, honoured guests (nodding to the various officials), members of government (nodding in the general direction of the prime minister) and others. To be appointed, by the people and for the people, are the new members of parliament They shall take their oath of allegiance to the Republic and its people. Representative Aalbers, step forward:”

A newly elected member of the green party stood up in his chair, proud of this moment. He said the oath as he had learned it:

Ik, Gerardus Marcus Aalders, zweer trouw aan de Republiek en haar burgers; ik zweer dat ik de Grondwet steeds zal onderhouden en handhaven. Ik zweer dat ik de onafhankelijkheid en het grondgebied van de Staat met al mijn vermogen zal verdedigen en bewaren; dat ik de algemene en bijzondere vrijheid, en de rechten van alle burgers en van elk hunner zal beschermen en tot instandhouding en bevordering van de algemene en bijzondere welvaart alle middelen aanwenden, welke de wetten te mijner beschikking stellen, gelijk een goed en getrouw Kamerlid schuldig is te doen. Dat beloof ik!"

“I, Gerardus Marcus Aalders, swear loyalty to the Republic and its citizens, I swear to maintain and uphold the constitution, I swear that I will defend the independence and the territory of the State to the best of my abilities; that I will protect the common and particular freedoms, and the rights of all citizens, and that I will advance the common good by all means that are possible by law, like a good and loyal member of this house is obligated to do. That I promise!

The idea was for the list of new delegates to be sworn in in alphabetical order, but the disruption soon came as the first member of the conservative party was to take the oath. Montgomery burns rose from his new seat and spoke the words Tator had prepared for himself and his party members. With his fragile voice, he spoke.

“I, Montgomery C burns, swear loyalty to Knootoss itself, and to Dick Tator, I swear to maintain and uphold the will of the people! I swear that I will defend the rights of Humanity and the Knootian people; I swear that I will use all means to reach our goals; I swear that I will help to destroy the enemies of Knootoss. That I promise. Heil Knootoss!”

With that he sat down, leaving the members of the other parties baffled. The other conservatives made the same oath, thereby explicitly not swearing to the Republic or its constitution. By law, members of parliament were allowed to prepare their own oath, somewhat, but this was unheard off. When the vows had been made, a small recess was declared so that the MPs could congratulate each other and the delegates would get a change to intermingle with the guests. After the recess the speeches would be held, starting with the leader of the biggest party: Dick Tator….

Servants walked around in the room to pour everyone a glass of water or any other drink, and the journalists and camera teams were about to use the opportunity to get some interviews….

OOC: Fine by me. And Parliament recess...hmmm.

Lady Hanse watches the broadcast of the inauguration of the new Knootoss parliamentary government. She is slightly aghast with the oath of Tator and his lackeys.
"Fascist, the lot of them. This cannot be happening, Captain, it is just impossible to conceive a modern nation such as Knootoss would allow this type of person into office," Adriana turns to Captain Vanderbult, who recently returned from a discreet meeting with several officers from the various Valinon intelligence assets deployed in Knootcap.
"It is a sad day for Knootoss, My Lady. But remember, no reign such as this can endure."
The crimson garbed image of Sedgewick snorts, "Personally I want a DNA sample of this egotistical maniac. If we get it I am sure that there would be no difference between that of him and Adolf Hitler. It is true the old saying, history repeats itself."

'I've half a mind to beam them all into the brig,' Washington thought, observing the flow of journalists and go-betweens as they washed back and forth across the crowd. 'Hard to explain away the sudden disappearance of these brownshirts though.'

"Admiral - the mood is ugly outside. Martial law has been declared, and the military is breaking up the crowds." Lee said in a low whisper suddenly appearing at Washington's side. "Hmm. Let me talk to Vogels. Talk to the 53rd, have them prepare security squads. I'm going to see if Vogels wants them."

Admiral Washington cut across the crowd toward the knot of people surrounding Vogels. "Mr. Vogels, it is good to meet you." "Admiral Washington, yes I saw you were going to attend." "Cutting right to the point - I have people standing by if you need them. President Thorgardson has made me privy to his offer, and given the situation I wanted to make sure you knew." The Admiral relayed this information in hushed tones, making sure no one but Vogels would hear. With the roar of the crowd it wouldn't be hard.

The CoVar "Journalists" report back to CING, a CoVar front company. Within a short time a message arrives for General De Kaste.

We have been informed of you civil problems and offer a small force of our Mercenaries to be hired to help solve those aforementioned problems. We hope something can be arranged.

CoVar Corporate Board of Directors

The Marquees du Brumby was having a splendid time. He twiddled his monacle and smiled at the press member who was fast aproaching him,
"Sir, and how does Dyelli Beybi stand on the election of Dick Tator?"

"Well obviously, the Principality strongly aproves of Mr. Tator. While we have been suspicious of previous regimes of having colaborated with the previous Communist Government, we are sure that Mr Tator will prove more than capable of steering Knootoss down a new and more enlightened path, with benefits to both the Principality and Knootoss.
But let me say this to the detractors of the Regime. Whether you aprove of it or not, Tator was elected for the people, by the people, as such, his legitimacy is assured even if his beliefs do not match your own."

He smiled at the reporter again, sweeping off his officer's hat for a moment to run his hand through his dark black hair, before returning it "Is there anything else you wish to ask me?"

"No, I think that's about it actually."

"Oh good."

***---***
Back in Dyelli Beybi somewhere
***---***

"So are we ready shoul we be needed?"

"We've got the Anatov ready for takeoff within 2 minutes notice and we've got 2 platoons of Legionaires on standby."

"Good. All set then."

As the rioting is going on, a lone elf walk into the cappital, he walks as if no one there could hurt him, he is tall for an elf 7 feet 1 inch to be persice, he walks to tehe building where the speeches will be held. in the shadows behind him are 6 soldiers, Shadow Guard, they look like wraiths, like faceless soldiers, with no personality, doing the will of there country, the elf stands there, in the middle of haters of elven kind.

"Damn... plan one failed..."
"Lets proceed with plan two."
"Rodger."

~ Endless Islands replace post.

"Damn... plan one failed..."
"Lets proceed with plan two."
"Rodger."

~ Endless Islands replace post.
OOC1: I'm back. Thanks DA.
CO2 2- (the anion of carbonic acid, as in every minerl water
OOC2: just as a scientific note [sorry, could not resist] - carbonic acid is H2CO3. so your anion might be CO3 2- (carbonate). or HCO3- (hydrogen carbonate). CO2 2- does not exist in the nature.
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IC:

The EndlessNews "journalists" looked at each other.
The 4 "businessmen" informed them that plan one had failed.
They had to launch plan two.
The one who had the radio said: "Code Nine-Two-Nine-Three, Antonius is over, start Brutus. Repeat."
Ward Littel and his colleague were 3 blocks from the Parliament House entry. He looked at his colleague. They both knew what it meant. He took his mobile phone in his pocket and switched it on. They both looked at the screen. It represented a target indicator and was directed straight on the Parliament entry. They were ready.
Ward replied: "Code One-Oh-One-Three, Antonius is over, starting Brutus now. Over."
The journalist noded to his colleagues and said: "Fine One-Oh-One-Three. Over."

OOC: Fine by me. And Parliament recess...hmmm.

Lady Hanse watches the broadcast of the inauguration of the new Knootoss parliamentary government. She is slightly aghast with the oath of Tator and his lackeys.
"Fascist, the lot of them. This cannot be happening, Captain, it is just impossible to conceive a modern nation such as Knootoss would allow this type of person into office," Adriana turns to Captain Vanderbult, who recently returned from a discreet meeting with several officers from the various Valinon intelligence assets deployed in Knootcap.
"It is a sad day for Knootoss, My Lady. But remember, no reign such as this can endure."
The crimson garbed image of Sedgewick snorts, "Personally I want a DNA sample of this egotistical maniac. If we get it I am sure that there would be no difference between that of him and Adolf Hitler. It is true the old saying, history repeats itself."
Next to Lady Hanse sat a Knootian official, the Knootian regional director of Pink Bunny Cola Inc. Hearing the conversation between the two he cannot help himself but intrude. The director bows his head in the direction of the Lady and mumbles: “Actually – that is a rather funny story. It is rumoured that his DNA does not match that of Adolf Hitler, but that of a comedian named Charly Chaplin.” He points at Tator gently, “See the likeness in appearance between the two? The so-called “Great Dictator” and the comedian resemble each other like two drops of water”
http://www.angelfire.com/film/Chaplin/filmpics/great41.jpg
The Director grins and falls back in his seat.

'I've half a mind to beam them all into the brig,' Washington thought, observing the flow of journalists and go-betweens as they washed back and forth across the crowd. 'Hard to explain away the sudden disappearance of these brownshirts though.'

"Admiral - the mood is ugly outside. Martial law has been declared, and the military is breaking up the crowds." Lee said in a low whisper suddenly appearing at Washington's side. "Hmm. Let me talk to Vogels. Talk to the 53rd, have them prepare security squads. I'm going to see if Vogels wants them."

Admiral Washington cut across the crowd toward the knot of people surrounding Vogels. "Mr. Vogels, it is good to meet you." "Admiral Washington, yes I saw you were going to attend." "Cutting right to the point - I have people standing by if you need them. President Thorgardson has made me privy to his offer, and given the situation I wanted to make sure you knew." The Admiral relayed this information in hushed tones, making sure no one but Vogels would hear. With the roar of the crowd it wouldn't be hard.

Vogels sat in his assigned chair between the members of government, listening with only half an ear to all those who were commenting on the meeting. He was slightly more pale then normal, and a small drop of sweat went down his neck. When the admiral spoke of the troops he shook his head slightly. His first inclination was to say no to yet more foreign troops in his nation, but as he had already mobilised the Knootian army, this was perhaps not a time to be choosy.

“Thanks, but for the moment already troops from Valingon are arriving here. Both of you have transporter technology so I know you can be available quickly if this is really needed. There have been reports of a military landing only a few kilometres from here near Scheveningen, but I trust this will be dispatched with. However if it is needed I know where to find you.” An SLP politician now came forward in the knot of people, firing yet another question at the beleaguered prime minister.

The CoVar "Journalists" report back to CING, a CoVar front company. Within a short time a message arrives for General De Kaste.

We have been informed of you civil problems and offer a small force of our Mercenaries to be hired to help solve those aforementioned problems. We hope something can be arranged.

CoVar Corporate Board of Directors
“From: Knootoss military command
To: CoVar Corporate Board of Directors

Your concern is noted, but already several nations have offered peacekeeping forces for free, therefore we decline your offer. Continue the operation as planned.

In order to maintain reliability in these politically unstable times, funds have been wired to the usual account in advance to continue our operation at current intensity at least for the next three months. You now also have clearance to used “alternative means” as previously discussed to reach your objective. We trust you will continue use the trust (and the funds) we have invested in you sensibly.

Yours,

General de Kaste.”

The Marquees du Brumby was having a splendid time. He twiddled his monacle and smiled at the press member who was fast aproaching him,
"Sir, and how does Dyelli Beybi stand on the election of Dick Tator?"

"Well obviously, the Principality strongly aproves of Mr. Tator. While we have been suspicious of previous regimes of having colaborated with the previous Communist Government, we are sure that Mr Tator will prove more than capable of steering Knootoss down a new and more enlightened path, with benefits to both the Principality and Knootoss.
But let me say this to the detractors of the Regime. Whether you approve of it or not, Tator was elected for the people, by the people, as such, his legitimacy is assured even if his beliefs do not match your own."

He smiled at the reporter again, sweeping off his officer's hat for a moment to run his hand through his dark black hair, before returning it "Is there anything else you wish to ask me?"

"No, I think that's about it actually."

"Oh good."

***---***
Back in Dyelli Beybi somewhere
***---***

"So are we ready shoul we be needed?"

"We've got the Anatov ready for takeoff within 2 minutes notice and we've got 2 platoons of Legionaires on standby."

"Good. All set then."
OOC: wonder what evil plans you have ;) TG me about it?

As the rioting is going on, a lone elf walk into the capital, he walks as if no one there could hurt him, he is tall for an elf 7 feet 1 inch to be precise, he walks to the building where the speeches will be held. in the shadows behind him are 6 soldiers, Shadow Guard, they look like wraiths, like faceless soldiers, with no personality, doing the will of there country, the elf stands there, in the middle of haters of elven kind.

When he walks around the corner, the old brick parliament building is there, surrounded by the huge mob of brownshirts. A little boy in a homemade brown shirt spots the elf. He pulls the shirt of an older man who is shouting “We want power! – Or fire and murder!”

The boy pulls the shirt again: “Daddy, is that an elf? Is that Siri the whore?”
The man turns, and the aggressive stare in his eyes melts for a moment as he sees his son. He then looks up at the Elf and his guards. The hatred in his eyes comes back and he screams from the top of his lungs, so he is heard over the crowd: “Traitors! Elvish Filth here!” About 50 men have heard the cry and they turn at once, looking at the Elf angrily….

"Damn... plan one failed..."
"Lets proceed with plan two."
"Rodger."

~ Endless Islands replace post.
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IC:

The EndlessNews "journalists" looked at each other.
The 4 "businessmen" informed them that plan one had failed.
They had to launch plan two.
The one who had the radio said: "Code Nine-Two-Nine-Three, Antonius is over, start Brutus. Repeat."
Ward Littel and his colleague were 3 blocks from the Parliament House entry. He looked at his colleague. They both knew what it meant. He took his mobile phone in his pocket and switched it on. They both looked at the screen. It represented a target indicator and was directed straight on the Parliament entry. They were ready.
Ward replied: "Code One-Oh-One-Three, Antonius is over, starting Brutus now. Over."
The journalist noded to his colleagues and said: "Fine One-Oh-One-Three. Over."
OOC: it will be a while before he gets outside.

OOC: Giving some time to respond, then parliament session will continue with Tators maiden speech.

Sedgewick snorts again, then begins outright laughing. Although the AI is quickly silenced by a stern glance from Captain Vanderbult, who shows no emotion what-so-ever. Even Lady Hanse has a faint smile, although she is obviously more intuned to the parliamentary proceedings.
The AI turns to Director, "Charlie Chaplin you say? That's even better."
The AI's computer generated robes continue to ebb and flow as if alive. He laughhs quietly. "Truly, God does have a sense of humour."

The director chuckles along: "yes indeed, if the consequences of it all were not so great we could all have a great laugh about the man. The real danger are those who do take him seriously, and perhaps the man who writes his speeches...

As the rioting is going on, a lone elf walk into the capital, he walks as if no one there could hurt him, he is tall for an elf 7 feet 1 inch to be precise, he walks to the building where the speeches will be held. in the shadows behind him are 6 soldiers, Shadow Guard, they look like wraiths, like faceless soldiers, with no personality, doing the will of there country, the elf stands there, in the middle of haters of elven kind.

When he walks around the corner, the old brick parliament building is there, surrounded by the huge mob of brownshirts. A little boy in a homemade brown shirt spots the elf. He pulls the shirt of an older man who is shouting “We want power! – Or fire and murder!”

The boy pulls the shirt again: “Daddy, is that an elf? Is that Siri the whore?”
The man turns, and the aggressive stare in his eyes melts for a moment as he sees his son. He then looks up at the Elf and his guards. The hatred in his eyes comes back and he screams from the top of his lungs, so he is heard over the crowd: “Traitors! Elvish Filth here!” About 50 men have heard the cry and they turn at once, looking at the Elf angrily….
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The elf is obviously (well to any one who knows elves) a elven-lord, he looks at the men "I am under orders from the goverment of Thelas to send a message to Tator, if he wants a war, carry on. I strongly sugjest that you let me pass"

OOC; the mob only sees pointy ears.

The mob stands firm, and does not move. They make jokes about the ears, and about the general offensiveness of Elves.

The father speaks up, trying to look brave in the eyes of his son and his comrades: Mockingly he hurls the words in the direction of the elven lord, "You shall shall not pass you pointy eared freak. This is for Knootians only, not for Elves. Go back to where you came from!"

The croud hears CLICK CLICK CLICK, the sound of magazines going into weapons, the Elven-Lord repeats, "I am hear to congragulate Tator as a fellow totalitarian ruler, a message from General Theallas, I think that if you harmed me Tator would have some backlash from the wonderfull alliance we call the Dominion"

Three fast-moving, lightly armoured troop transport screeches to a halt near the old parliament building. Sardaukar jump off of its sides and doors burst open spilling more of the deadly Imperial troops into the streets. They impose themselves between the mobs of brownshirts and the scattered Elves. One with several rank pips on his heavy armour pulls forth a mega-phone disc.
"By the power vested in my troops and myself by the current government of Knootoss, we demand you disperse and go about your business. There will be no more acts of violence or racial attacks while we act as peacekeepers for the nation of Knootoss," byt this time six Sardaukar squads have lined up. They carry stun rods, that use electric current to paralyze their victims, or discharge blast intend to disperse large crowds. The Sardaukar MPs are also equipped with riot shields. But the visible and more deadly side arms are visible strapped into their holsters. As are the anti-personnel weapons on the fast-moving Panther troop carriers. Although the grenade launchers now are loaded with stun gas, the manned auto-heavy Impailer gun is obviously more deadly. The Sardaukar field officer looks as his men ready themselves for the actions of the mob.

Somehow the Marquis has weedled his way in amongst the crowd, he blends in perfectly, looking very much like a brown shirt, "What is the current Government then?" he calls back impertinently.
Meanwhile one of his aides is carefully tapping something into a transmitter of some description, while being very careful not to let it be seen. (OOC:you wouldn't be able to unless you have X-ray vision that lets you see through crowds)

*back in Dyelli Beybi*
"Thats a distress signal"
"You know what that means..."

---Presidential Office, Nea City

The President and his Special Advisor for International Relations Jacques de l'Ile were watching KNN which was broadcasting the session in live.
They also were in contact with the Ambassador who had been instructed not to go to the Parliament himself but to send the diplomatic attaché.

They were talking about Valinon.
The President asked:
"We need to find about their interest in sending that force."
"Indeed" Jacques replied. "This really is an ennoying move. The action of that so-called 'peacekeeping' force is more likely to end up in a war with the Dominion than in something more peaceful."
"That's exactly why we need to know more about this."
"I asked Walter to find more information about this, but we have nothing yet. And anyway, even logically speaking, I do not see the point of them spending money on a peacekeeping force. As far as I can remember, Valinon and Knootoss are not so close allies. Well, who knows ? but..."
"You're right Jacques. Who knows ? There's probably something we have missed. Something which could be important."
He quickly wrote a diplomatic message to the Emperor Valinon:
Your Highness,
We are somewhat surprised by your decision to send a so-called peacekeeping force in Knootoss that will obvisouly increase the tension in a country which would mostly need relaxing its tense atmosphere. The presence of military troops on the Knootian ground could increase the distrust of people against democracy and favoritize war, which is the opposite of the aim of a peacekeeping force.
Based on these considerations, we look forward to knowing your feeling on that subject.

Yours Sincerely
Ralph Goldensilver, President of the Commonwealth of Endless Islands

They remained silent for a few seconds, watching the KNN broadcast.
Then Jacques started again:
"Indeed. Also about mmm... what we are doing after... finally you have decided which financial system we would use, I suppose ?"
"Yes Jacques. I talked to Frank and he told me that using the Commonwealth Fund was best since we control all the management team."
"Okay then. But I'm sure we could set something up with Der Angst. It would be another consortium, but would give us a lot more power since finally we are looking for the same thing in Knootoss."
"Yes that's a good idea. I'll talk to Althena."

And they both turned to the screen. They were interested in Tator's speech, but even more interested in what was going to happen afterwards...

OOC: Thelas, we wouldn't care if he had your elf beat up.
IC:
The fighters approahed the dropship and fired all they could. However, only the heatseeking missiles managed to hit the craft, since they were the only weapon fast enough and accurate to hit the very rapidly decending dropship. The missiles damaged the ship and killed one occupant. Most of the critical systems remain undamaged due to the very heavy armour on the craft, and it continued on its course towards the ground. AFter landing, it proceeded towards the Hague, and the occupants hoped that they would not meet anymore military resistance. They didn't want to have to kill anyone...
OOC: The dropship has a large anti-tank railgun built in. It is useless against aircraft, but it can take out armoured vehicles easily.

OOC: Thelas, we wouldn't care if he had your elf beat up.
IC:
The fighters approahed the dropship and fired all they could. However, only the heatseeking missiles managed to hit the craft, since they were the only weapon fast enough and accurate to hit the very rapidly decending dropship. The missiles damaged the ship and killed one occupant. Most of the critical systems remain undamaged due to the very heavy armour on the craft, and it continued on its course towards the ground. AFter landing, it proceeded towards the Hague, and the occupants hoped that they would not meet anymore military resistance. They didn't want to have to kill anyone...
OOC: The dropship has a large anti-tank railgun built in. It is useless against aircraft, but it can take out armoured vehicles easily.


OOC: Well, that guy is a stuck up jerk, so, he was probably not the wisest coise to send on a ambasidorial mission. Right now his is just talking to buy time for my dropships to get clearance to land.

IC:

As the troopers on the ground loaded their rifles, a fleet of 30 dropships, 20 carying 10 soldiers each, 5 carrying 2 M-5 Light tanks and 2 carrying a Sabre heavy tanks, they were heading twoards the area where the soldiers are. Escorting them are 50 modified Djin automated fighter (I forget who made them, I think it was TST) all these craft desend from the Ionisphere where they were flying

My actions have been directed with the utmost certainity and at the request of interim Prime Minister Vogels. The peacekeeping forces dispatched to Knootoss are there to support the Knootoss police forces, who are trying to fight a belleagured battle to forestall these mob attacks and racial incidents. In this time of political intrigue, fascist, and imperialist-agressors Valinon feels it necessary to protect the sovereignity and stability of other nations. Frankly, my advisors and myself fear for the stability of the civil institution of Knootoss government with so much baring upon these elections and the government-in-waiting of Prime Minister Tator. We also owe a debt of gratitiude to Knootoss for their generous support of our World Business Organization application, and we hope these peacekeepers may begin to pay off that debt.

Sincerely yours,
Gustav Alderman I

The croud hears CLICK CLICK CLICK, the sound of magazines going into weapons, the Elven-Lord repeats, "I am hear to congragulate Tator as a fellow totalitarian ruler, a message from General Theallas, I think that if you harmed me Tator would have some backlash from the wonderfull alliance we call the Dominion"
Three fast-moving, lightly armoured troop transport screeches to a halt near the old parliament building. Sardaukar jump off of its sides and doors burst open spilling more of the deadly Imperial troops into the streets. They impose themselves between the mobs of brownshirts and the scattered Elves. One with several rank pips on his heavy armour pulls forth a mega-phone disc.
"By the power vested in my troops and myself by the current government of Knootoss, we demand you disperse and go about your business. There will be no more acts of violence or racial attacks while we act as peacekeepers for the nation of Knootoss," byt this time six Sardaukar squads have lined up. They carry stun rods, that use electric current to paralyze their victims, or discharge blast intend to disperse large crowds. The Sardaukar MPs are also equipped with riot shields. But the visible and more deadly side arms are visible strapped into their holsters. As are the anti-personnel weapons on the fast-moving Panther troop carriers. Although the grenade launchers now are loaded with stun gas, the manned auto-heavy Impailer gun is obviously more deadly. The Sardaukar field officer looks as his men ready themselves for the actions of the mob.
Somehow the Marquis has weedled his way in amongst the crowd, he blends in perfectly, looking very much like a brown shirt, "What is the current Government then?" he calls back impertinently.
Meanwhile one of his aides is carefully tapping something into a transmitter of some description, while being very careful not to let it be seen. (OOC:you wouldn't be able to unless you have X-ray vision that lets you see through crowds)

*back in Dyelli Beybi*
"Thats a distress signal"
"You know what that means..."

OOC: transmitter? What does it do?
IC:
Outside the parliament building
The mob rumbles as the Elf speaks, but is perplexed when the Imperial troops appear, seemingly out of nothing. They stand still, not moving yet. The crowd his obedient, moving and not moving almost as a collective herd. Only in this herd the sheep have turned wolves.

The chant from the Marquis is answered by the crowd, chanting a slogan at once, almost as if it were on cue. They know their conservative slogans well. “The government is Dead! Heil Knootoss! Heil Tator!” They all put their fists in the air towards the parliament building, where Tator is about to make his address.

The boys father finds the “courage” to make another joking comment: “You are brave, for a dead man. When Tator takes this place over it will be us humans who will be in charge again. You have bossed us around for way too long!”

“Yeah, yeah,”, the crowd growls. Some men get out their weapons that had been provided to them before the protest would take place.

OOC: Thelas, we wouldn't care if he had your elf beat up.
IC:
The fighters approached the dropship and fired all they could. However, only the heatseeking missiles managed to hit the craft, since they were the only weapon fast enough and accurate to hit the very rapidly descending dropship. The missiles damaged the ship and killed one occupant. Most of the critical systems remain undamaged due to the very heavy armour on the craft, and it continued on its course towards the ground. After landing, it proceeded towards the Hague, and the occupants hoped that they would not meet anymore military resistance. They didn't want to have to kill anyone...
OOC: The dropship has a large anti-tank railgun built in. It is useless against aircraft, but it can take out armoured vehicles easily.

OOC: prepare to meet the Knootian land military. *cough*(Armor has not exactly been our priority, and this is what could reasonably mobilised on such short notice. The airforce is more up to spec though.)

The Hague-Scheveningen city border
The dropship was entering the city through the main lane heading towards the city centre, when they encountered 6 imported soviet-era tanks forming a roadblock Not visible to the human eye were the soldiers, who had taken up covered positions along houses and in bushes, They all waited for the Dropship to come, knowing they would have to pass by here in order to get to parliament.

2 Commance helicopters hovered behind a small inner city condo, waiting to strike. More eurofighters had been dispatched to intercept from other military airbases, this time with a heavier loadout….

Coming from far, the soldiers could hear the sound of the Dropships approaching their old city.

Meanwhile inside the parliament building…

The chairman had just hammered once more, indicating that the new parliament was in session. Tator, as leader of what now was the biggest party, would be the first to give a speech.

He walked to the stand with his back straight, projecting an aura of calmness and self-confidence. But on the inside the man was boiling. Assuring himself that everyone was listening, he began to speech.

He extended his fist into the air, for all to see, and then pounded it on his chest in a gorilla-like gesture.
“Heil Knootoss!

The 27th of July will always, and rightly so, be a day of vivid memories for us. On this date began the Conservative Movement's amazing march to victory, which bore it to the helm of Knootoss, to leadership of the nation and its destiny.

If the new movement I started with the conservative party had been or had intended to be nothing but a continuation of the old parties or an addition to existing parties, (He looks around the room at the other leaders) objections would indeed have been justified. There were certainly more than enough parties and party leaders back then. But, after all, our movement was something quite different from all the existing and incipient parties of the time. It was a movement that declared for the first time and from the very outset that it had no intention of representing the definite, clearly outlined interests of individual classes. It did not stand for town or farm. It did not represent “Liberal” or “Green” interests; nor did it represent individual sections of the country. This was a movement which was definitely centered upon the concept of the Knootian people and the Human Race. It was not a class party, sworn to uphold the right or the left, attempting to divide the nation, but one which from its very beginning had no thought for anything but the Knootian people as a whole.”

So far, the speech had been predictable, and the other members of parliament had listened politely. Tator paused for a moment, and made a gesture under the table, ordering a glass of water from one of the waiters. Then he continues to describe the situation, but always using past tense, puzzling some of the more linguistically minded people who were watching.

”We were in the middle of a great collapse; Menelmacar and the Elves oppress us all heavily. With heavy hearts individuals throughout the entire nation began to try to find a way out of this profound misery. There were many different views as to the reasons for the collapse. Political mistakes of the most serious kind had undoubtedly been made. It had been apparent that a storm was brewing. Certain imperialist warmongers throughout the world-the very ones who are doing the same thing today-were secretly mobilizing the whole Nationstates world against Knootoss.

Although favourable opportunities of opposing these warmongers-and, moreover, of opposing them in good time-had presented themselves, the former Knootian government proved a political failure. The political leadership in both internal and external affairs was as clumsy as possible and, from the psychological point of view, utterly wrong.”

Now the former members of the governent parties began to mutter unclearly, this was totally outrageous. However it was still not done to interrupt a party leaders maiden speech, so nobody actually opened their microphone.

Tators glass of water was put down beside him by a calm and gentle servant while the self-appointed Great Dictator raged on:

”However, in one particular sphere no reproach could be levelled against them: They had not wanted war. On the contrary, had they wanted the war they would certainly have prepared for it differently, and they would have chosen a more favourable time for it. No, their greatest crime-if a mistake can be called thus-was that, although they knew that war for the preservation of the human race was inevitable, they failed to act at the decisive hour and, consequently, at a more propitious time. Military mistakes were made too-many military mistakes. Yet despite all this, one fact remains: the Knootian soldier, unconquered, defied his enemies.

Every election placard the other parties put up during the last elections was a declaration of war, not only against their opponents but often against their own world as well. The camps that faced us then must finally have led to the complete dissolution of the Knootian community, and naturally, therefore, to the waste and misuse of the Knootian people's entire strength.

Regardless of the decisions to be made, whether they relate to internal matters or foreign policy, whether they are economic or purely internal questions, none of them can be successfully solved unless the whole nation stands solidly united for the purpose. The days of bitter struggle necessarily led to a selection of leaders. When today I appear before the nation and look at the ranks that surround me, I look at a band of men, real men who stand for something. On the other hand when I regard the proposed “cabinets” of my opponents, I can only say: "Quite incapable of being put in charge even of one of my smallest groups." Hard times resulted in a selection of first class men who naturally caused us a little anxiety now and then. Everybody who is worth his salt is sometimes difficult to handle. In normal times it is not always easy to get divergent elements to work together instead of against one another. But as soon as danger threatens, they form the most resolute body of men. Just as selection is a natural consequence of war and brings real leaders to the fore among soldiers, so in the world of politics selection is the outcome of struggle. It was a result of this slow development, this eternal struggle against opposition, that we gradually acquired leaders with whose aid we can today achieve anything.

When, on the other hand, I look at the rest of the world, I am obliged to say: "They were simply asleep while this miracle was taking place. Even today they refuse to grasp it. They do not realize what we are, nor do they realize what they themselves are. They go on like a figure of "Justice"-with blindfolded eyes. They reject what does not suit them. They do not realize that the political revolution in Knootoss created something new and tremendous.”

Dick Tator took a sip of his glass of water, emptying one quarter of it. He grinned when he witnessed the shocked faces both amongst the democratic MPs and amongst those in the government seats. He was getting to the important part only now…

”Complete identity exists between our Movement and the Dominion, not only as regards aims, but also as regards methods. Over and above this there is our friendship, which is more than cooperation with a purpose in view. Nor do our opponents realize yet, that once I regard a man as my friend, I shall stand by him and that in doing this, I have no eye for profit. I am not a democrat and consequently no mental contortionist. Nor am I a war profiteer, but a man who hopes that, at least after his death, common justice will concede that the struggle of his whole life served a single great ideal.

I wish to display no faltering in this matter. There cannot be the slightest doubt that the bond uniting Knootoss and the Dominion, and especially the bond uniting their true leaders, is indissoluble, and that one will always support the other. Moreover, we have common enemies whom we shall defeat. Therefore, I hereby formally announce on behalf of Knootoss, that we will join the Dominion! None of you here will have the audacity to stop us now, for it is the destiny of Knootoss, the nation I serve.

Having said that, he emptied the glass.

OOC: DA, anything wrong with the water? Effects?

Lady Hanse stiffens a little after hearing Tator's speech. She leans in closer to Vanderbult. Sedgewick generates a dampening field to temporarily scramble any listening devices. Adriana Hanse begins to speak in the harsh battle language of the Empire, the Argot, a closely guarded state secret.
"I trust that whatever plans you have made can deal with the matters that may be at hand, Captain."
"Rest assured, My Lady, I have taken the necessary precautions," Vanderbult replies in the harsh language.
"Good," then suddenly a tiny hologram emits from Lady Hanse's comp-pad.
"My Lady," says the Sardaukar officer, "my men are moving into their positions as we speak. Priority to government buildings, civil institutions, and public gathering places. We are working with the Knootoss police to establish a responsive forces should the riots start up again."
"Very good, Major," Adriana says slipping out of the Argot tongue as Sedgewick drops the dampening field. "Be careful, the situation may decay rapidly once Tator's men realize they are now in full power."
"Yes, My Lady."

(OOC) The transmitter is a little thing he's using to broadcast to one of the omnipresent Dyelli Beybian submarine fleet which is relaying the data back to Dyelli Beybi.

The President and his advisor Jacques de l'Ile listened carefully to Tator's speech.
At the end, the President said:
"Nice speech. Really. His style reminds me of someone else, but I can't remember who..."
His Jacques replied:
"Indeed. Anyway I find it strange to see him announce now and like this his alliance with the Dominion. Probably they have prepared something. I'm gonna ask for SATO satellites reports over Knootoss. It should show what's so imminent."
"Right. Oh... and I see we've got a message from the Emperor of Valinon. Let's see what he says."

The message appeared on the screen:

My actions have been directed with the utmost certainity and at the request of interim Prime Minister Vogels. The peacekeeping forces dispatched to Knootoss are there to support the Knootoss police forces, who are trying to fight a belleagured battle to forestall these mob attacks and racial incidents. In this time of political intrigue, fascist, and imperialist-agressors Valinon feels it necessary to protect the sovereignity and stability of other nations. Frankly, my advisors and myself fear for the stability of the civil institution of Knootoss government with so much baring upon these elections and the government-in-waiting of Prime Minister Tator. We also owe a debt of gratitiude to Knootoss for their generous support of our World Business Organization application, and we hope these peacekeepers may begin to pay off that debt.

Sincerely yours,
Gustav Alderman I
"He seems sincere. We were probably mistaken."
"Indeed. So far, our checks haven't shown any problem, so I'm gonna cancel the rest of things."
"Okay, I'm gonna reply"
And Your Highness,
Since your says and actions seem to match our informations, I would like to apologize for being so suspicious, but as you know, the events in Knootoss and the concentration of divergent interests makes trusting even those on your side difficult.

Best Regards,
Ralph Goldensilver, President of the Commonwealth of Endless Islands

"Also," the President added "I'm gonna contact Der Angst. Things could go very fast in the next days, so we have to be ready."
Dear Althena,
As it seems we are pursuing the same goal in Knootoss, instead of fighting for the same thing and since we already are allies, we associate ourselves in a consortium that would control our interests in Knootoss.
Our contribution will be equal to yours [ooc: as discussed on IRC] and will be brought by the Commonwealth Fund, which invests a substantial part of the funds of the biggest Endlessian financial corporations.

I look forward to your reply
Best Regards,
Ralph Goldensilver, President of the CEI

Finally he turned back to the screen, secretely eager to see Tator get out of the building...

This is indeed a good idea, we look foreward to it, and i am sure, you future in Knootoss will be the brightest.

(Only to EI, clear)

This is indeed a good idea, we look foreward to it, and i am sure, your future in Knootoss will be the brightest.

OOC@DA: Let's celebrate the birth of the Knootian Holdings Consortium (KHC) Ltd. , half owned by Der Angst and half by the Commonwealth !
And btw, instead of "your future", "our future" would have been fairer :D :wink:

Lady Hanse stiffens a little after hearing Tator's speech. She leans in closer to Vanderbult. Sedgewick generates a dampening field to temporarily scramble any listening devices. Adriana Hanse begins to speak in the harsh battle language of the Empire, the Argot, a closely guarded state secret.
"I trust that whatever plans you have made can deal with the matters that may be at hand, Captain."
"Rest assured, My Lady, I have taken the necessary precautions," Vanderbult replies in the harsh language.
"Good," then suddenly a tiny hologram emits from Lady Hanse's comp-pad.
"My Lady," says the Sardaukar officer, "my men are moving into their positions as we speak. Priority to government buildings, civil institutions, and public gathering places. We are working with the Knootoss police to establish a responsive forces should the riots start up again."
"Very good, Major," Adriana says slipping out of the Argot tongue as Sedgewick drops the dampening field. "Be careful, the situation may decay rapidly once Tator's men realize they are now in full power."
"Yes, My Lady."

Outside the parliament building
A group of men armed with sticks, chains, and a few handheld machine guns breaks free from the mob, approaching the Elf dangerously looking. Their eyes flame hatred as the men, about 45 f them lead by a group leader who wears some insignia on his brown shirt, slowly come nearer. They ignore the Valingon troopers, knowing full well that they are by far in the majority should they try to interfere…

Inside parliament

The new member of parliament Tator walked back to his seat and sat down down, butting his feet on the table in front of him, followed by laughter from the brownshirts in the public stage. Tator did not feel allright though, he had a big headace, which has very unusal. When he had just given a speech, he usually felt the adrenaline rushing trough his veins, but now he just felt weak. He ordered another glass of water, perhaps that would make him feel better.

As the second largest party, the SLP now had its turn to speak. But the SLP members were still busily speaking with each other, discussing on how to reply. Five, ten minutes went by in which nothing happened. The cameras soon focussed on the group including prime minister Vogels, Brinkhorst, de Graaf and van der Laan. Finally, SLP leader in parliament, (Besides being minister in the old government) Lousewies van der Laan took the stand.

”Mr. Chairman, esteemed colleagues,
I was going to debate with you today about procedure, on how and whether to form a majority government, and on how to interpret the election outcome. However, I will improvise today, because what has just been said by the leader of the conservative party has a profound impact. He knows, as well as we do, that one party cannot form an alliance. That such deals have to be ratified by parliament, and are otherwise null and void. I would bluntly call mr. Tator a traitor to democracy, if it were not for his juridical immunity as a member of parliament. I ask mr. Tator to withdraw his statement that Knootoss will join the Dominon. It is totally outside the democratic process to announce such a thing."

Tator jumped up, and shouted at van der Laan: “I will not play your political games of hide and seek! My word stands as it is, as a true Knootian should stand behind his word, I am not a slanderous weaselling politician like you!” Tators whole arm pointed right at van der Laan, extending the finger to the stunned woman. Tator raged on: “The future of Knootoss is made out, we will enter the Dominion and Knootoss WILL have strong leadership. Because we deserve it! You only deny the will of the people, and that makes YOU a traitor. A traitor to Knootoss! The time for the endless talk in this house is over, the time for action has arrived.

Van der Laan was still astounded, but recovered rather quickly. “Let it be known that we will not stand for it and will not recognise anything not even approved by a vote in this house. I speak on behalf of my party when I say that we Knootian social-liberals pledge ourselves solemnly in this historic hour to the principles of humanity and justice, of freedom and democracy. No unholy alliance can give you power to destroy ideas which are eternal and indestructible."

The Green leader Femke Halsema also came forward, obvously wanting to support the statement or add to it. However before she could to that Tator exploded with rage, shouting with a shrill voice : "You are no longer needed! -- The star of Knootoss will rise and yours will sink! Your death knell has sounded!"

And then he collapsed…

The Sardaukar see the determination and the officer speaks in a harsh tongue into his comm mike. The action is nearly instant, in a smooth motion the Sardaukar pull up their filter-masks and then the personal carriers let lose the gas gernades.
It is called Delta-9 gas, developed when Valinon occupied the Dominion of Outer Centauri's territory. In half its victims it produces extreme and agonizing pain across the skin, in over a fourth paralysis, and in the last fraction pain and temporary blindness. The occupational authorities and their weapons specialist never really took the time to exactly determine what causes the differing reactions, but being an effective weapons agains the fanatic Dominion rebels, no one cared deeply.
The officer activates his link to the command center for the peacekeepers, "Assistance need immediately! Armed brownshirts at the Parliament building! Using Delta-9. Repeat need immediate reinforcement."
The other Sardaukar send sizziling discharges of electricity into the oncoming armed brownshirts, however a few others draw weapons of more deadly force and begin to take aim.

OOC: What caliber of machine gun, that depends on whether it can pierce my Sardaukar armour in number of hits.

The Marquees begins to make a discreet exit from the scene with his aide, although one of his bodyguards opens fire briefly with a Czech Scorpion Machine Pistol before retreating also.

**--**
*Somewhere in the Ocean ofboard the bridge of the Lenin 12*
A small number of officers were gathered on the bridge, if an outsider were to see them he would assume they had somehow fallen through a time warp from the Napoleonic era, the Commander looked out the window, his enourmous hat held under his arm. Across the waves from him he could make out the Gull and on the other side of her the India.

"Sir?"

The Commander turned, "Yes, Lieutenant?"

The Lieutenant was seated in front of a radar screen, looking quite out of place in his long navy blue coat, "We're nearing Knootoss territorial waters, and the Anatov has lifted off."

"Thank you Lieutenant."

"Commander Davis on the Gull has radioed in to let the Knootossians know we're coming."

**--**
To: Knootoss Admiralty
From: Commander Davis of the Gull
Subject: Urgent Message from Dyelli Beybi
We urgently require berths for three ships. We have recieved a distress signal from one of Diplomats in your Nation and request immediately that we be permitted to extract him. You will find our three vessels, the HMS Gull, the HMS India and the HMS Lenin 12 no trouble to berth at all, the Gull being the largest at only 77m in length, however we must insist that in the spirit of good relations, that we be allowed to extract our man.

(OOC) Sorry for speeding this business up and making stuff arrive faster than it ought to...anyway, is your Capitol accessable by river from the sea. These are pretty small ships. If its river could you please give its depth so that I know whether I can sail up it or not.

And then he collapsed…
OOC: is he dead ?
IC:
---Presidential Office, Nea City

The President and his advisor were watching. They saw Tator... or more precisely, he was there and the second after on the floor.
They quickly realized what was happening, and looked at each other.
The President asked coldly : "Is that us ?"
Jacques de l'Ile replied : "I don't know. I really don't know. It could be our first plan, but then it took a lot longer to make effect than predicted."
They remained still. Watching the screen. The journalist commenting the ceremony was completely stuck and mixed her words.
The President talked again: "We still don't know if he's dead. After all, he could just be sick. But this would definitely be ennoying."
Jacques said: "Not necessarily. We'll see what happens. If he's dead, well, I doubt it can be us, but we can find out who did it. If he's not, well, he should not remain alive for long."
"Good."

The phone rang. It was a governmental call.
"Yes ?"
"Hello Mr. President, Allan Dutyful speaking."
"Hello Allan, what's up ? I had asked not to be disturbed."
"Yes, but this is related to the events in Knootoss."
"What is it ?"
"SATO surveillance satellites have reported a few ships on the border of the Knootian territorial waters."
"Do we know who they are ?"
"Not yet."
"Hmmm... I'm not sure we can still count on the Knootian ministry of defense to inform us, but you can try there."
"If I can't get information there, I'll ask our submarines. We have a few cruising in very-low-depths as you requested."
"Good. Keep me informed."
"Of course. Goodbye Mr. President."
"Goodbye."

And while the Allan Dutyful, the Special Advisor for Defense, wrote a message to the Knootian military command to ask more information about the ships, the President turned back to the screen, eagerly waiting for more information.

The Sardaukar see the determination and the officer speaks in a harsh tongue into his comm mike. The action is nearly instant, in a smooth motion the Sardaukar pull up their filter-masks and then the personal carriers let lose the gas gernades.
It is called Delta-9 gas, developed when Valinon occupied the Dominion of Outer Centauri's territory. In half its victims it produces extreme and agonizing pain across the skin, in over a fourth paralysis, and in the last fraction pain and temporary blindness. The occupational authorities and their weapons specialist never really took the time to exactly determine what causes the differing reactions, but being an effective weapons agains the fanatic Dominion rebels, no one cared deeply.
The officer activates his link to the command center for the peacekeepers, "Assistance need immediately! Armed brownshirts at the Parliament building! Using Delta-9. Repeat need immediate reinforcement."
The other Sardaukar send sizziling discharges of electricity into the oncoming armed brownshirts, however a few others draw weapons of more deadly force and begin to take aim.

OOC: What caliber of machine gun, that depends on whether it can pierce my Sardaukar armour in number of hits.

The Marquees begins to make a discreet exit from the scene with his aide, although one of his bodyguards opens fire briefly with a Czech Scorpion Machine Pistol before retreating also.
OOC: the penetrating kind of machinegun ;) for RPs sake please take casualties and then beam out or smthng. :)
IC:
Outside parliament building.
The small group cries in agony, and fall on the floor, moaning and begging to make it stop. But now the other brownshirts get involved. The Saudukar are still vastly outnumbered by the demonstrators. One of the other leading officers cries out: “Men, these are the enemies of Knootoss, crush them!” The group marches in the direction of the Valinon soldiers as one unified group as the first men get out their weapons. Those with machineguns open fire at them, slowly penetrating the armor.

As the Sardaukar counterattack many fall onto the ground crying madly and in pain, but the others pay no heed to it, almost as if they are in some sort of collective brainwash. It is the power that a group can have in wiping out the will and common sense of an individual… on the square the sounds of machineguns rattling and men crying fills the air…


**--**
*Somewhere in the Ocean ofboard the bridge of the Lenin 12*
A small number of officers were gathered on the bridge, if an outsider were to see them he would assume they had somehow fallen through a time warp from the Napoleonic era, the Commander looked out the window, his enourmous hat held under his arm. Across the waves from him he could make out the Gull and on the other side of her the India.

"Sir?"

The Commander turned, "Yes, Lieutenant?"

The Lieutenant was seated in front of a radar screen, looking quite out of place in his long navy blue coat, "We're nearing Knootoss territorial waters, and the Anatov has lifted off."

"Thank you Lieutenant."

"Commander Davis on the Gull has radioed in to let the Knootossians know we're coming."

**--**
To: Knootoss Admiralty
From: Commander Davis of the Gull
Subject: Urgent Message from Dyelli Beybi
We urgently require berths for three ships. We have recieved a distress signal from one of Diplomats in your Nation and request immediately that we be permitted to extract him. You will find our three vessels, the HMS Gull, the HMS India and the HMS Lenin 12 no trouble to berth at all, the Gull being the largest at only 77m in length, however we must insist that in the spirit of good relations, that we be allowed to extract our man.

(OOC) Sorry for speeding this business up and making stuff arrive faster than it ought to...anyway, is your Capitol accessible by river from the sea. These are pretty small ships. If its river could you please give its depth so that I know whether I can sail up it or not.
And then he collapsed…
IC:
---Presidential Office, Nea City

The President and his advisor were watching. They saw Tator... or more precisely, he was there and the second after on the floor.
They quickly realized what was happening, and looked at each other.
The President asked coldly : "Is that us ?"
Jacques de l'Ile replied : "I don't know. I really don't know. It could be our first plan, but then it took a lot longer to make effect than predicted."
They remained still. Watching the screen. The journalist commenting the ceremony was completely stuck and mixed her words.
The President talked again: "We still don't know if he's dead. After all, he could just be sick. But this would definitely be ennoying."
Jacques said: "Not necessarily. We'll see what happens. If he's dead, well, I doubt it can be us, but we can find out who did it. If he's not, well, he should not remain alive for long."
"Good."

The phone rang. It was a governmental call.
"Yes ?"
"Hello Mr. President, Allan Dutyful speaking."
"Hello Allan, what's up ? I had asked not to be disturbed."
"Yes, but this is related to the events in Knootoss."
"What is it ?"
"SATO surveillance satellites have reported a few ships on the border of the Knootian territorial waters."
"Do we know who they are ?"
"Not yet."
"Hmmm... I'm not sure we can still count on the Knootian ministry of defense to inform us, but you can try there."
"If I can't get information there, I'll ask our submarines. We have a few cruising in very-low-depths as you requested."
"Good. Keep me informed."
"Of course. Goodbye Mr. President."
"Goodbye."

And while the Allan Dutyful, the Special Advisor for Defense, wrote a message to the Knootian military command to ask more information about the ships, the President turned back to the screen, eagerly waiting for more information.

OOC: no river, but you can get pretty close over the water up to the old beach from scheveningen. TST landed there now with his dropship.

Ministry of Defence
At the ministry of defence the discussion is short. First the dropship landing and now this, general De Kaste nod at his fellow officers: “unacceptable”. The message returned is a short one:

Priority message
Commander Davis, your forces are to remain outside of Knootian territorial waters at all time. The Knootian military is currently mobilising because of an unknown threat approaching our capitsl. Trespassing will be considered an act of war. There are SATO forces in the area that will enact our territorial sovereignty. Any diplomats will be returned peacefully if a formal request is made.

Inside parliament building
A shock went through the room, as people speculated if Tator had had a stroke or a heart attack. Slowly Tator went back up, shaking from top to bottom and completely dizzy. He mumbled something about “fresh air” and went outside without saying another word, leaving the rest of the people in the room amazed and a bit shocked. The Great Dictator did not feel so great anymore, thoughts were spinning around in his head. The sound he heard were unreal as he approached the main entrance to the parliament building. He heard cries of pain and firing. He did not mind, he had to get outside… he became more drowsy as he opened the large door and stepped outside into the open.

There, he oversaw the chaos not knowing that something was also overseeing him…

He did not mind, he had to get outside… he became more drowsy as he opened the large door and stepped outside into the open.

There, he oversaw the chaos not knowing that something was also overseeing him…

A few blocks from there, Ward Littel and his colleague were watching the little target screen.
Slowly, the door opened.
Ward entered the activation code. It could have been anyone, but his instinct - and the information he got through the radio - told him it was the good one.

Tator appeared. In the middle of the target indicator.

Ward pressed 5.

The multishoot automatic sniper gun fired. 24 times.

Tator fell. (OOC: post damages !).

As soon as the noise was heard, the crowd in the street realized their leader had fallen, and was already around him.
Ward composed another code. An explosion was heard in the building opposed to the Parliament. Things had just been cleaned...

"Oh my..."
Kirika said nothing, but she knew what this meant. Instead of the planned, easy kill, without visible interference, Burns gaining power easily, controlling the brownshirts, well, this was the way that was NOT supposed to happen.

It nearly certainly meant civil war.

Mireille sweared.

Outside parliament building

Time slowed for the Great Dictator, the dullness that had overwhelmed him was suddenly broken as a bullet penetrated his brain from the side. A shock went through his whole body ”Oh my…” A second bullet came in, and a third moving through the soft brain tissue. ”How…” The fourth bullet missed, slamming into the dark brown brick leaving a small hole. “why” The fifth bullet hit again, ending the thoughts completely. His last image was that of his own blood, not that of Elves, but of his own.

He fell on the ground, and lay there. Now nothing more but a corpse cold and white, his uniform tainted with blood.

The mob that was storming the Valingon troops did not notice the shots amongst the many shots being fired, and continued their march. But those still near the exit did. A woman cried out. A group of cameramen from the came storming in after Tator from the inside, eagerly turning their cameras to the now deceased man, who lay there in the most undignified manner imaginable.

For a single moment, the mob was silent…

Inside parliament building

In the background, the shooting was clearly heard, yet confusion was total. Only one man had an idea what had happened. The second man in the conservative party, Montgomery Burns, folded his hands together playing his fingertips against each other. Only one thing went through his mind: “excellent”

OOC: responses from the ppl present please before the mob responds….

---Presidential Office, Nea City

When Tator had finally come back up, the President and his advisors had looked at each other. Silence was enough to say: "Next time will be the good one."

Pictures show Tator getting out of the room.

The President and his advisor were litterally stuck to the screen. Waiting.
Suddenly there was a lot of confusion, and more pictures came, clearly outside the building. There was a horrible bleeding thing on the ground...

This time it was. The President started smiling. He looked at his advisor, who started smiling too.
"We've done it. No doubt it's us." Jacques said softly
"Yes. That's bad." the President replied
"Someone would have done it anyway."
"Anyway" the President started to talk quickly, passed the emotional moment "now we've gotta check everything is okay for what's next."
"Yes Mr. President. I'll go now." Jacques too was eager to let this moment behind him.

The President phoned his Special Advisor for Defense, to see if he had more information from the Knootian military command. Allan told him they were waiting to see if the fleet would continue its route into the Knootian territorial waters as they had been instructed to go back. They would intervene if they did not obey. The President agreed and hung up.

---Inside the Parliament buliding

Ward Littel had informed the EndlessNews team by radio:
"Nine-Oh-Nine-Five, this is One-Oh-One-Three. Operation Brutus successful. Please confirm. Over."

Hearing this, the agent refrained from shouting 'hurray' and realized that the crowd of journalists were moving.
"One-Oh-One-Three. Success confirmed. Congratulations. Evacuate. Over."

Ward looked at his colleague. He had heard too: "Evacuate". The end. They were going back to the Commonwealth.

Meanwhile, the journalists were making sure that Tator was dead before cancelling the thrid failsafe plan. Finally, it seemed okay.
"Two-Oh-Two-Three. Operation Brutus is success. Code word for Ceasar is Cancel. Clean and Evacuate. Over."
At the other end, the agent answered: "Understood Nine-Oh-Nine-Five. Over."

Then the Endlessians followed other journalists to fulfill their 'official' duties...

(OOC: need response from Valingon and Thelas who are outside before I continue. Others inside can of course "discover" what is happening, and I want to know what is up with the Dyelly Bellian ships.) :P

The three Black Hand guards in the parlementary building who had the orders to guard Tator immediately rushed to Tator the moment gunfire was heard. They hadn't been able to protect Tator from the corner they were positioned, they would certainly die. One sent a quick message to Kane:

"Tator shot. Please advise."

...while the others got out their pistols.

"Nobody move! Noone is to leave the building until this situation is cleared up."

The two other Black Hand operatives on the public tribune, disguised as journalists from Annoying Bugs did the same there.

As the tanks and helicopters appproached, the dropship slowed to a halt.
Inside the dropship:
"S**t! Tanks, and attack helicopters!"
"What'll we do?"
"Well, we could try to fool 'em, we could shoot and hope the damaged armour holds, or we could abandon with the guns and hope we aren't shot."
"Which one is least likely to get us killed?"
"Er..."
"I say we try and fool 'em. Johnson, I know you've got hippy clothes in that bag. Good thinking, we'll be needing them..."

About ten minutes later, a hatch opened. Two men walked out, garbed in flowing earth coloured robes, and bearing a bunch of flowers.
"We have come to greet the Great Dictator. We wish a private audience."

OOC: I know he's dead, but they don't. Also, I wasn't planning on having them kill him. It's a ruse to try and get him to call off the tanks, or at least delay long enough to make them go away, so they don't have to kill anyone. Once they find out what's happened they'll report bafk to the dropship and everyone else will come out all guns blazing and try to contact other Dominion operatives, and see what the hell's going on.

Washington triggered his comm-link as soon as guns were pulled by the NOD operatives. "O'neal?" "Yes Admiral?" "Tator's dead. Put security teams into the bathrooms. Contact Valinon, see where they want our people. Send word to the President and contact Fleet." "Aye Sir."

Washington turned to Lee as the people in the chamber surged both toward and away from the corpse. "Get to the main restrooms. Get the security teams together and protect the heads of the other parties." Lee left in a hurry, without even a 'Aye'.

Washington then pressed through the crowd until he reached Vogels.

OOC: No, I don't know they are NOD operatives. Washington is assuming they are security types for now.

OOC: I'll take casaulties, I've jsut been used to fighting people with Impaler/Gauss rifles and that's what I use. Most bullets can penetrate my armour given enough shots, it's not invincible.

Ten Sardaukar were killed in the blazing fire-fight between Valinon peacekeepers and brownshirts. However, the remaining Sardaukar are using their troop transports and several cars as barracades to battle the brownshirts. The armoured personnel carriers have sent up another salvo of grenades, and the auto-gun Impaler rifles are swinging to take aim.
Meanwhile, additional Sardaukar forces have been dispatched, working in conjunction with Knootoss police forces, four more personnel carriers are speeding on their way to the parliament building.

******
Meanwhile, inside the now chaotic Parliament, Captain Vanderbult is busy ensuring Lady Hanse's safety.
"My Lady, we must stay inside the building, our forces outside are trying to subdue Tator's rabble."
"Has the major sent additional forces?"
"Yes, My Lady. They are in route."
"Sedgewick?"
"Lady Hanse?"
"Send a message to Lady Rolt, tell her to contact Mr. Vogels, we need to see if they will allow us to declare this a full state of emergency and bring additional Sardaukar personnel and assets in to help secure Knootcap."
"Yes, My Lady."

******

An Encoded Transmission to Vogels

Mr. Vogels,

The situation of Knootoss has become incredibly tedious. We understand that Tator's death may result in a full scale civil war. As you are one of the few viable leaders left in the aftermath of Tator's demise, I once again make the offer to you to safely evacuate you and any colleagues you desire out of Knootoss until this situation can be resolved. On behalf of His Majesty, I also request that you allow the Empire of Valinon to declare a full state of emergency applying to Knootoss so that we may send additional personnel to help you secure the situation before it completely breaks down into forthright civil war. Please give these requests and decisions the utmost thought. Also, I ahve scrambled some of my own ERTs (Emergency Response Teams) to oversee your personnel safety. They shall arrive before the day is out, I have sent them aboard the escort carrier HMS Sandra.

Yours,
Lady Deidre Rolt
His Majesty's Ambassador to the United Nations

OOC: TST and Thelas, the dropship thing needs to be worked out, OOCly in the thread in the dominion forum please. After that I will post how the assault/incursion goes.

The Melkor war is keeping me busy but I will reply at earliest opportunit with events going on in and around parliament. In the meantime feel free to reply with shocked responses etc etc...

EDIT: another Q, who are these NOD agents posing to be, because only police are allowed to carry weapons... and are they threatening everyone?

OOC: I think the Melkor War has pretty much died because it broke down into an ignorefest in some key parts and several people on both sides just had enough and left. Also, I'd forgotten about your gun laws, I guess that means Tator's people are about as subtle as the Nazis.

Priority message
Commander Davis, your forces are to remain outside of Knootian territorial waters at all time. The Knootian military is currently mobilising because of an unknown threat approaching our capitsl. Trespassing will be considered an act of war. There are SATO forces in the area that will enact our territorial sovereignty. Any diplomats will be returned peacefully if a formal request is made.



*Unencoded Return*
This is a formal request. We're sending in a passenger liner to pick him up. Please refrain from firing on it or we will regard this as a declaration of war.

(OOC) FYI it this is what an Anatov looks like - ie decidedly unmilitary.
http://www.aeronautics.ru/a/an124001.jpg

EDIT: another Q, who are these NOD agents posing to be, because only police are allowed to carry weapons... and are they threatening everyone?

OOC: Basicaly they only have a small pistol each they muggled in the building, and they are quite desperately trying to hold everyone there hostage :)

EDIT: another Q, who are these NOD agents posing to be, because only police are allowed to carry weapons... and are they threatening everyone?

OOC: Basicaly they only have a small pistol each they muggled in the building, and they are quite desperately trying to hold everyone there hostage :)
OOC: hmm... given the number of 'hostages', this is going to be VERY difficult... :D

Tator was upity and asked for it. Good ridiance.

EDIT: another Q, who are these NOD agents posing to be, because only police are allowed to carry weapons... and are they threatening everyone?

OOC: Basicaly they only have a small pistol each they muggled in the building, and they are quite desperately trying to hold everyone there hostage :)
OOC: hmm... given the number of 'hostages', this is going to be VERY difficult... :D

OOC: I know, but they are quite desperate :) They might call for backup as well.

(OOC) Do Dyelli Beybians count as backup?

The HMS Oceania, a Megladon-class carrier, has received orders to go to Knootoss and work with the Knootoss government to stabilize the situation. It will arrive in five days (RL: tomorrow).

OOC: Thelas forces are alnding with TST units, one transport is landing at the parliment to pick up the diplomat, well, what maybee left of him

IC: When the mob rioted, the soldiers promptly grabed the diplomat and started running, hoping they could get to a dropship in time

Lee ran through the hallways of the parliment building, heading for the bathroom he had arrived in. 'Why the bathroom? Why not the boiler room?' he thought. As he ran he tugged off his suit jacket. Ahead he saw the two Knootoss security guards they had met earlier, looking around with that lack of information look on their face.

He skidded to a stop in front of them. "Commander Lee, Sunset Defense Force. Tator's dead, and you have 5 men with handguns inside the chamber..."

"We know Tator's dead - who are the 5 guys?" "No idea. But do me a favor - contact your superior, tell them we have some men on the inside. Pretty easy to figure out who they are - 'Sunset' flags on their back and breast. Oh yeah - and what's your comms frequency?"

As soon as one had given it to him he ran on to the bathroom. "Knock knock - anyone home?" he said as he flung the door open. Covering the door were 5 officers in low profile body armor with FN P90's with silencers. "Commander Lee, Lt. Wilson..." "Good, right bathroom." Lee grabbed a torso armor section and pulled it on while issuing more orders. "Has anyone gotten ahold of Valinon yet? They should have someone in there. Have the 53rd keep trying until they can establish contact. Lee activated the radio on his tactical vest and put in the Knootoss frequency. "This is Commander Lee, SDF. Who's the superior officer on site?"

OOC: Knootoss, do you authorize Dyelli Beybi to come into your waters ?
*bump*

The additional Sardaukar speed in with Knootoss police sirens screaming in the distance. Ten more squads are deployed in the area near the parliament building, and three squad move into the building. They have heard reports of gunmen in the building, and have been sent to ensure the well-being of the foreign delegates, as well as the MPs of Knootoss. Captain Daunt, now given command of the perimeter that is being set up around the parliament building, along with the Sardaukar deployed in that sector of Knootcap.
Daunt is speaking with Major Stuten, the overall commander of the peacekeeping Sardaukar.
"Captain, security of the parliament building is paramount. Use all means to ensure it remains intact. Finally, secure all the foreign delegates and evacuate them to the airport, or to Valinon embassy. We will keep them at one of these locations until we can determine whither they are to be extradidited or wish to remain in Knootoss. If they stay in Knootoss, we are no longer personally responsible for their safety. Understood?"
"Yes, Major."
"Good, also, link up with anyone willing to support the Knootoss civil government at this time."
"Yes, sir," Stuten's image nods and disappears. Captain Daunt steps outside of one of the personnel carriers.
"I want one squad with me now. We are going to go with the three insertion teams. Move! We must secure the delegates and the MPs."

(OOC) Do Dyelli Beybians count as backup?OOC: Depends whether you're pro or anti Tator/Conservative, but 40 Neutron Guardsmen looking for help certainly count as backup for Nods guys.
IC:
"Wait, something else is landing, no, several other things."
"What are they?"
"They look like more dropships. About 30."
"The fleet wouldn't leave 9 dropships behind. They'd launch one or them all. They can't be ours."
"Well, that doesn't mean things are getting any better for us. What's Johnson doing out there?"
"Looking like a fool, as always."
*they snickered*
"What should we do?"
"Lets wait a bit longer, and see what happens."
"You do realise they don't know who we are, or that they're not related to us?"
"Er..."

The earset of the Black Hand agent who sent the message of Tator's death to Kane began to beep.

"I understand that Tator is dead"? Kane asked with a voice colder than ice.

"Yes mylord, there wasn't really much we could do, he went out-"

"There's always something you can do. Where are you now?"

"Still in the parliamentary building, we've basically taken the cabinet hostage until this is cleared up and we know who is responsible."

"You're holding the entire cabinet hostage? With five men?"

"Well, we didn't really know what to do, we-"

"I'm sending in reinforcements. If we can hold the cabinet hostage, we might be able to invade or install a puppet or something."

"Yes mylord."

"For now, just hold them hostage."

The Dropships have the eagle ensignia of Thelas Space Command on the sides, the dropships stop and seem to hover above the ground

MEssage to acting Knootos Government:

We understand that you are in a pieriod of instability, if you wished, our forces can help to restore order in the cappital.

---Presidential Office, Nea City

The President is on the phone, directly with the Ambassador who was at the Parliament session, as representing the Commonwealth as a close ally of Knootoss.
"So how's the situation ?"
"Well, currently there are a few men with guns. We can't get out, but it seems they are not from the official police."
"Unofficial ? Are they Knootian ?"
"I don't think so."
"Did you have contact with the Endlessian journalists and gave them diplomatic passports ?"
"Of course."
"Okay, so from now they are the diplomatic attachés of the ambassy. They know what to do. Anyway, they won't find anything inside the buildings. The guys who operated are now very far, probably already passed the border. The journalists only had a miniature radio and they got rid of it as soon as it has been done. So the guys won't find anything."
"Indeed."
"Also, I am going to issue a diplomatic protest just incase they would attempt to profit from the situation too much. We have naval units around, and Lavenrunz is not far so SATO troops can be there within a day if necessary."
"Yes, Mr. President."
"I will call you back if there is something you."
"Thank you, Mr. President. I won't conceal I'm a bit afraid, but..."
"No need to be afraid. Stay calm, and wait. They can't do anything, and they have no evidence. They don't even know what exactly shot at Tator yet."
"Goodbye Mr. President."
"Goodbye Mr. Ambassador."

The President hung up, and called his colleague to have their agreement, and issued the following communication:

* Communication from the government of the Commonwealth of Endless Islands *

To whom it may concern, who are literally retaining hostages in the Parliament building of Knootoss under cover of security agents,
we request:

1) that you formally identify
2) that at least all foreign personels holding diplomatic passports be allowed to get out of the building and return to their respective ambassies
3) that the Knootian parliamentary representatives, currently acting under a mandate of the Knootian people after democratic elections, be immediatly released

We also inform you that the only allowed military force on the Knootian territory to our knowledge is the Valinon peacekeeping force, and therefore, all other troops currently on the Knootian grounds or that could arrive in the next days are therefore in violation of the Knootian national sovereignty. Should this continue, we will not hesitate to call SATO in order to help the Knootian army to restore sovereignty over its territory.

Ralph Goldensilver, President of the Commonwealth of Endless Islands
Jacques de l'Ile, Special Advisor for International Relations
Allan Dutyful, Special Advisor for Defence

He read himself again, and sent it, with priority to Dominion nations.


---Knootcap, a few blocks from the Parliament building

The 4 "businessmen" had come back and were ready to intervene. Weapons and armor were okay. They knew the enemy were not a lot maximum 6 or 7 and that they would be occupied with the hostages. Therefore, it should be simple. The computer gave them 80% winners, 12% 1 dead, 5% 2 dead, and the rest for more dead. So they awaited orders, just like ordinary businessmen, walking in the area.

OOC: I do hope I covered everything now… had to sort a lot out.

The three Black Hand guards in the parlementary building who had the orders to guard Tator immediately rushed to Tator the moment gunfire was heard. They hadn't been able to protect Tator from the corner they were positioned, they would certainly die. One sent a quick message to Kane:

"Tator shot. Please advise."

...while the others got out their pistols.

"Nobody move! Noone is to leave the building until this situation is cleared up."

The two other Black Hand operatives on the public tribune, disguised as journalists from Annoying Bugs did the same there.

Washington triggered his comm-link as soon as guns were pulled by the NOD operatives. "O'neal?" "Yes Admiral?" "Tator's dead. Put security teams into the bathrooms. Contact Valinon, see where they want our people. Send word to the President and contact Fleet." "Aye Sir."

Washington turned to Lee as the people in the chamber surged both toward and away from the corpse. "Get to the main restrooms. Get the security teams together and protect the heads of the other parties." Lee left in a hurry, without even a 'Aye'.

Washington then pressed through the crowd until he reached Vogels.


Inside Parliament building

Panic.

The members of parliament ducked for cover behind their benches when they saw the handguns. The NOD men instilled panic, and in the confusion one Tator loyalist yelled: “The murderers! They killed Tator!” Fortunately for the NOD men, the guests were all seated on a balcony, out of reach from the men from the Brotherhood. Minister de Graaf of the Interior however got his sense back first, he approached one of the NOD men, shouting with a voice as calm as it could appear from behind a desk “What is it you want?”

Meanwhile, Washington had used the confusion to approach Vogels… Vogels pulled the admiral down by his uniform, hissing: “Sir, for all we know these are the assassins, I suggest you stay down….” Then Vogels’s pad started to beep, and he excused himself. “Sorry, duty calls.” He turned off the sound on the thing and read the message that popped up on screen from behind the desk.

An Encoded Transmission to Vogels
Mr. Vogels,

The situation of Knootoss has become incredibly tedious. We understand that Tator's death may result in a full scale civil war. As you are one of the few viable leaders left in the aftermath of Tator's demise, I once again make the offer to you to safely evacuate you and any colleagues you desire out of Knootoss until this situation can be resolved. On behalf of His Majesty, I also request that you allow the Empire of Valinon to declare a full state of emergency applying to Knootoss so that we may send additional personnel to help you secure the situation before it completely breaks down into forthright civil war. Please give these requests and decisions the utmost thought. Also, I ahve scrambled some of my own ERTs (Emergency Response Teams) to oversee your personnel safety. They shall arrive before the day is out, I have sent them aboard the escort carrier HMS Sandra.

Yours,
Lady Deidre Rolt
His Majesty's Ambassador to the United Nations

“Great”, Vogels thought cynically. “There really is not much time to think.” The thought of leaving Knootoss crossed his mind. He had the possibility to get our of it all, and make that tour of the world he had promised to Tim. The thought of the young boy distracted him for a moment as he pictured them together sightseeing in Endless Islands. He quickly shrugged of the image. The Republic needed him most now, leaving could lead to total chaos. Making his message as compact as could possibly be, he replied:
“Hostage situation in parliament – offer of additional personnel accepted – will NOT leave Knootoss – situation outside parliament becoming dangerous.” He pressed the “send” button and noticed that the Armiral was still watching the prime minister as if he wanted to say something…

Lee ran through the hallways of the parliment building, heading for the bathroom he had arrived in. 'Why the bathroom? Why not the boiler room?' he thought. As he ran he tugged off his suit jacket. Ahead he saw the two Knootoss security guards they had met earlier, looking around with that lack of information look on their face.

He skidded to a stop in front of them. "Commander Lee, Sunset Defense Force. Tator's dead, and you have 5 men with handguns inside the chamber..."

"We know Tator's dead - who are the 5 guys?" "No idea. But do me a favor - contact your superior, tell them we have some men on the inside. Pretty easy to figure out who they are - 'Sunset' flags on their back and breast. Oh yeah - and what's your comms frequency?"

As soon as one had given it to him he ran on to the bathroom. "Knock knock - anyone home?" he said as he flung the door open. Covering the door were 5 officers in low profile body armor with FN P90's with silencers. "Commander Lee, Lt. Wilson..." "Good, right bathroom." Lee grabbed a torso armor section and pulled it on while issuing more orders. "Has anyone gotten a hold of Valinon yet? They should have someone in there. Have the 53rd keep trying until they can establish contact. Lee activated the radio on his tactical vest and put in the Knootoss frequency. "This is Commander Lee, SDF. Who's the superior officer on site?"

Hallways of Parliament
The senior parliament security officer, a grey man in his fifties who was looking forward to his pension, tapped a button on his communication device and responded. “I am.” And after the introductions, he began to rant: “Yes, yes, I know about the situation inside, its live on f*cking television. But how do you want to get these people out? Storm the parliament building? I have a job you know, to protect the people working here, and having members of parliament or government killed in a shootout is NOT an option. Unless of course you can do it without that risk, but that is virtually impossible.

As the tanks and helicopters appproached, the dropship slowed to a halt.
Inside the dropship:
"S**t! Tanks, and attack helicopters!"
"What'll we do?"
"Well, we could try to fool 'em, we could shoot and hope the damaged armour holds, or we could abandon with the guns and hope we aren't shot."
"Which one is least likely to get us killed?"
"Er..."
"I say we try and fool 'em. Johnson, I know you've got hippy clothes in that bag. Good thinking, we'll be needing them..."

About ten minutes later, a hatch opened. Two men walked out, garbed in flowing earth coloured robes, and bearing a bunch of flowers.
"We have come to greet the Great Dictator. We wish a private audience."


IC:
"Wait, something else is landing, no, several other things."
"What are they?"
"They look like more dropships. About 30."
"The fleet wouldn't leave 9 dropships behind. They'd launch one or them all. They can't be ours."
"Well, that doesn't mean things are getting any better for us. What's Johnson doing out there?"
"Looking like a fool, as always."
*they snickered*
"What should we do?"
"Lets wait a bit longer, and see what happens."
"You do realise they don't know who we are, or that they're not related to us?"
"Er..."

The Barricade
The skies are still grey, but the light and the darkness are now playing a little game as small rays of sunlight cut through the clouds now and then, sharply illuminating a small piece of the street, only to fade again soon after. About ten soldiers, a small fraction of the total force blockading the main street, came up from their covered positions, pointing their weapons at the two. In English the commanding officer yelled aggressively: “Who the HELL are you and what do you think you are doing?

The “hippies” want to say something back, but then the roaring sound of dropships hovering over the ground began to roar again, coming nearer and nearer. A communications officer taps the leading Knootian on the back: “Sir, erm… you might want to look at this.”
”What is it?”
“More of these dropships approaching, over twentyfive have been spotted and they are following the same route, they are coming this way. Also, a rather vague message came from military command, apparently they have been contacted by one of them…
“Call for reinf…”
“Already called up Sir.”, the comm. officer smiled vaguely. The Knootian now turned again to the two “hippies” looking at them questioningly.


The Dropships have the eagle ensignia of Thelas Space Command on the sides, the dropships stop and seem to hover above the ground

[quote="Dyelli Beybi"]
*Unencoded Return*
This is a formal request. We're sending in a passenger liner to pick him up. Please refrain from firing on it or we will regard this as a declaration of war.

Message to acting Knootoss Government:

We understand that you are in a period of instability, if you wished, our forces can help to restore order in the capital.[/b]
OOC: the acting government is currently indisposed (as they are being held hostage) so I will assume it was directed at/redirected to military command.

Ministry of Defence
General de Kaste was enraged. He shouted at Tanya, who brought him the message “WHY THE HELL DOES EVERY DAMN FOREIGN POWER THERE IS WALK IN HERE ASSUMING WE WANT THEM TO!” Tanya looked a bit intimidated, not quite used to such outbursts. But this had been building up for a long time. She smiled a bit intimidated: “I assume you want me to send a diplomatic no to both sides?” de Kaste repeated the word in his mind “diplomatic…” “NO! We have done ENOUGH diplomatic. Thelas was Dominion, this is the most ridiculous offer EVER.” He counted to five in himself, and then talked a little more calm to his handsome female assistant, grinding his teeth together: “Tell them we refuse the offer, and order them to back off and get their entire fleet out of here right now of we will open fire….” He paused- “Wait, change that into or we will completely destroy your ships”
Tanya noted it on a small notebook: “And Sir? What about Dyelli Beybi?”
The general answered, less seething now as he was a moment before but still in a very bad mood. “Tell them the Antonov can land in Schiphol airport, but have the army stand by there too. I am NOT in a trusting mood.”
Tanya nodded understandingly: “And the ships?”
“Repeat the message, they have to back off now. Also call up the SATO stats, I believe that there are some submarines in the area, the ones dispatched from Endless Islands, tell them we may have a job for them.”

Tana went to work immediately.
(OOC consider all these messages sent.)

Angrily he barged from his office into the sheltered warroom to check up on the troop deployments, stampeding like an elephant.

Airfields all over Knootoss
Planes were launched from everywhere, Fighters, even some light bombers. Engines were roaring in the more far off bases and closer by planes were already in the air on an intercept course, flying over Knootcap heading for The Hague.

Yet more troops and police had been called up in The Hague military barracks, and both soldiers from Knootoss and peacekeeping forces were slowly flooding the city.

OOC: if you really need to play future tech, I have plenty of starships as well… but I will only use them if you do some sciencefictiony mega über attack. Ifyou choose to attack that is. I’d like to keep this modern tech and the dropships really are borderline already. :)






OOC: I'll take casaulties, I've jsut been used to fighting people with Impaler/Gauss rifles and that's what I use. Most bullets can penetrate my armour given enough shots, it's not invincible.

Ten Sardaukar were killed in the blazing fire-fight between Valinon peacekeepers and brownshirts. However, the remaining Sardaukar are using their troop transports and several cars as barracades to battle the brownshirts. The armoured personnel carriers have sent up another salvo of grenades, and the auto-gun Impaler rifles are swinging to take aim.
Meanwhile, additional Sardaukar forces have been dispatched, working in conjunction with Knootoss police forces, four more personnel carriers are speeding on their way to the parliament building.

The additional Sardaukar speed in with Knootoss police sirens screaming in the distance. Ten more squads are deployed in the area near the parliament building, and three squad move into the building. They have heard reports of gunmen in the building, and have been sent to ensure the well-being of the foreign delegates, as well as the MPs of Knootoss. Captain Daunt, now given command of the perimeter that is being set up around the parliament building, along with the Sardaukar deployed in that sector of Knootcap.
Daunt is speaking with Major Stuten, the overall commander of the peacekeeping Sardaukar.
"Captain, security of the parliament building is paramount. Use all means to ensure it remains intact. Finally, secure all the foreign delegates and evacuate them to the airport, or to Valinon embassy. We will keep them at one of these locations until we can determine whither they are to be extradidited or wish to remain in Knootoss. If they stay in Knootoss, we are no longer personally responsible for their safety. Understood?"
"Yes, Major."
"Good, also, link up with anyone willing to support the Knootoss civil government at this time."
"Yes, sir," Stuten's image nods and disappears. Captain Daunt steps outside of one of the personnel carriers.
"I want one squad with me now. We are going to go with the three insertion teams. Move! We must secure the delegates and the MPs."


IC: When the mob rioted, the soldiers promptly grabbed the diplomat and started running, hoping they could get to a dropship in time

Outside parliament building
The silence ended. The situation slowly began to sip into the collective minds of the brownshirts present. Most were baffled They, who had surrounded the parliament. They, who were finally going to get power were now themselves surrounded. Their leader was dead, and foreigners were driving them out of their own capital.

Hans Langzaam, a recent convert who was standing in the mob was petrified. The change was too much to comprehend. He had seen Tator fall, had seen the Elf run and now saw how the Valingon police officers were smacking down on the brownshirts.

”What betrayal………. what betrayal”

Suddenly all the feelings were pulled together in a single shout, he put all his power into it: “HEIL KNOOTOSS! FIRE AND MURDER!” The mob took the cry over, as the chant spread around the parliament building. “FIRE AND MURDER! HEIL KNOOTOSS!”

The body of Tator lay there still, but in his direction trampled thousands of feet now. The radical conservatives went mad… They stormed parliament building, they stormed at the police. If their leader had died at their hands, this was payback. The most primitive of human feelings. Those near the main entrance began crashed into the door, flooding the halls of the old brick building. “FIRE AND MURDER!”

The men and woman nearer to the police now, too, lost all disregard for their personal safety or common sense. No longer was this an orderly advance, the horde stampeded to the police force, quickly overrunning the first lines before anyone in blue has even able to respond….

OOC: Well, that last bit kills my plan...


The senior parliament security officer, a grey man in his fifties who was looking forward to his pension, tapped a button on his communication device and responded. “I am.” And after the introductions, he began to rant: “Yes, yes, I know about the situation inside, its live on f*cking television. But how do you want to get these people out? Storm the parliament building? I have a job you know, to protect the people working here, and having members of parliament or government killed in a shootout is NOT an option. Unless of course you can do it without that risk, but that is virtually impossible.


"There are only 5 of them Sir. We were going to pull out everyone at the edge - they were clustered around Tator's body when I left. First thing is to make sure that's still true."

Lee talked as he jogged back to the chamber. Anyone they passed in the hallways they sent back towards the main hallway. As they reached the doors to the main chamber they began to hear the roar of the crowd outside, then the splintering of wood and the sounds of gunfire. "Sounds like the crowd is storming the building Sir." Wilkins said. "Just what I was thinking. Everyone into this office, put up some barricades. Flash-bangs out - If they come after us let's try to drive them off first."

Meanwhile inside the chambers Admiral Washington was sitting with his back against the desk, looking out over the rest of the chambers. He could head the NOD men talking as well as one of the ministers trying to calm them down.

"Lee - how's it going out there?" "Fine Admiral - I've got 5 more and we are closing." Washington stuck his head out for a moment and looked over the area where Tator's body had been moved. "5 of them from here. I don't..." "Admiral - you've got an angry mob headed your way..." Lee interupted.

'Damn' Washington thought. "Brownshirts?" "Best guess. Don't know how many. We are in a office right beside the main doors, barricaded in." "Ok - I'll try to get in there." "Vogels - There is a crowd rushing the building. Brownshirts likely enough, which gives me an idea. Vicious, but an idea... When they come in here we should shout "They did it!" and point out the gunmen. Risky - but it might give everyone a chance to escape. What do you think?"

(OOC) Do Dyelli Beybians count as backup?OOC: Depends whether you're pro or anti Tator/Conservative, but 40 Neutron Guardsmen looking for help certainly count as backup for Nods guys.


(OOC) Very very pro-Tator. The Government is Commie-phobic.

*=*Back in Dyelli-Beybi*=*
-Admiral, our ships have been refused entrance.
-As I suspected, well you know the orders from High up.
-Yes Sir. Which fleets are they Sir.
-8 through 17. That should clear anything out of the water...and the air for that matter.

*=*In the Air, nearing Knootoss*=*
-An-172 requesting permission to land in Knootoss. Over.

(OOC) Low profile body armour? Is that the sort that makes the wearer shorter?

OOC: Low profile as in hard to distinguish from regular clothing. Basically the whole suit is made of a kevlar-like material with hard armor inserts on the chest, sides, shoulders, thighs, and back. Since they wear a jacket over the top with the same protection built in it is very hard to get through the torso armor. This is stuff is a little more advanced than kevlar and ceramic plates after all.

(OOC) Right. Well low profile does mean short you know.

"There are only 5 of them Sir. We were going to pull out everyone at the edge - they were clustered around Tator's body when I left. First thing is to make sure that's still true."

Lee talked as he jogged back to the chamber. Anyone they passed in the hallways they sent back towards the main hallway. As they reached the doors to the main chamber they began to hear the roar of the crowd outside, then the splintering of wood and the sounds of gunfire. "Sounds like the crowd is storming the building Sir." Wilkins said. "Just what I was thinking. Everyone into this office, put up some barricades. Flash-bangs out - If they come after us let's try to drive them off first."

Meanwhile inside the chambers Admiral Washington was sitting with his back against the desk, looking out over the rest of the chambers. He could head the NOD men talking as well as one of the ministers trying to calm them down.

"Lee - how's it going out there?" "Fine Admiral - I've got 5 more and we are closing." Washington stuck his head out for a moment and looked over the area where Tator's body had been moved. "5 of them from here. I don't..." "Admiral - you've got an angry mob headed your way..." Lee interupted.

'Damn' Washington thought. "Brownshirts?" "Best guess. Don't know how many. We are in a office right beside the main doors, barricaded in." "Ok - I'll try to get in there." "Vogels - There is a crowd rushing the building. Brownshirts likely enough, which gives me an idea. Vicious, but an idea... When they come in here we should shout "They did it!" and point out the gunmen. Risky - but it might give everyone a chance to escape. What do you think?"
Inside parliament
Vogels frowns and his voice is dismissive: “I doubt they will be listening very rationally. If they manage to enter here they will kill us all. The only one I deem even remotely able to stop them is Burns, but he is hiding under his desk too. Someone needs to get to them without attracting the attention of these gunmen.

Meanwhile, minister de Graaf continued to reason with the NOD operatives, repeating his questions with a calm voice…

In the halls meanwhile, Knootian security personel began to take up position near the main security port behind the gate, and the senior security officer made a general call. “Everyone who is able to fight report to the security port, if there is any chance of stopping that mob it is there. The Knootian security drew their weapons and ran there. The mob as already trying to get through the metal ports aggressively, but so far they had failed to bring it down. The mob was pressing against it hard, almost squashing those brownshirts who had been first to go in.


*=*Back in Dyelli-Beybi*=*
-Admiral, our ships have been refused entrance.
-As I suspected, well you know the orders from High up.
-Yes Sir. Which fleets are they Sir.
-8 through 17. That should clear anything out of the water...and the air for that matter.

*=*In the Air, nearing Knootoss*=*
-An-172 requesting permission to land in Knootoss. Over.
Schiphol Int. Airport
“This is Schiphol Control Tower, flight AN-172 you have been cleared for runway 6. Maintain current heading altitude 2000 ft….”
(OOC: you can land.)

Also OOC: now available for everyone, and aerial overview of the Binnenhof, the Dutch/Knootian parliament building.
http://www.overhollandtours.nl/afbeeldingen/denhaag-binnenhof.jpg

Vogels frowns and his voice is dismissive: “I doubt they will be listening very rationally. If they manage to enter here they will kill us all. The only one I deem even remotely able to stop them is Burns, but he is hiding under his desk too. Someone needs to get to them without attracting the attention of these gunmen.


"I wasn't exactly counting on them being rational. They see guns, they think bullets. Not important, just a suggestion. I think de Graaf is creating enough of a distraction that someone could get over to Burn's desk."

In the offices Lee heard the call go out over the radio. "Wilkins, take 3 others and head up there. Vercetti and I will try to see what's what in the chamber."

The four security officers ran off towards the Knootoss security forces while Lee and Vercetti moved to the door of the Chambers. Vercetti slipped a fibre and microphone combo line under the door and began looking around while Lee covered him. "Admiral - sounds like a last stand situation in the hallways. I sent 4 of my men to assist, but we need to get people out of there."

Wilkins and his men arrived at the barricade shortly after. They reported to whoever looked to be in charge. "Wilkins, SDF. What's the rules of engagement?"

Captain Daunt was about to lead his squad into the building when the first wave of the mob begins to hammer the first line of police barracades. Daunt turns and watches as the Knootcap police begin to waver and give under the human tsunami.
"GO!" he yells at the three squads "Secure the MPs and the foreing delegates now!"
Daunt turns to his second line of defense made of Sardaukar, APCs (armed personal carriers), and the newly arrived RCVs (riot control vehicles).
"All forces stand ready!" he says over the comm. The Knootcap police are nearly consumed by the mob.
"FIRE!" Daunt screams.
The APCs let loose a salvo of gas gernades (same as earlier) and the RCVs let loose their own gas gernades and a stream of fire from their heavy discharge stun guns and heavy "ring guns." The ring guns fire metal/heavy plastic rings at high speeds, not enough to kill, but enough to drop a full grown man in an instant. The Sardaukar first rank form a wall of riot shield, and then activate the stun field that runs over their shield. Then the first rank fires discharges from their own stun batons, sending blasts of blinding blue-white light skittering over the victims. Behind them another rank fires ring guns, heavy stun cannons, and another rank of riot shields begin to form up.
Daunt knows that he too could be easily overwhelmed if this last for too long, he comms the command center at the aeroport.
"Reinforcements need at parliament building. Massive mob attacking, Knootcap police already mostly down! Repeat mob attack, need additional support!"

*******

Meanwhile, the HMS Jorsian, a massive troop transport leaves New Persiapolis, a Valinon treaty port. It is filled with four regiments of Sardaukar under Major General Klausen. It and its escorts will meet with the HMS Oceania and her task force before moving on to Knootoss. Valinon intends to support the Knootoss civil institution and save it from utter chaos and civil war.

Ministry of Defence
General de Kaste was enraged. He shouted at Tanya, who brought him the message “WHY THE HELL DOES EVERY DAMN FOREIGN POWER THERE IS WALK IN HERE ASSUMING WE WANT THEM TO!” Tanya looked a bit intimidated, not quite used to such outbursts. But this had been building up for a long time. She smiled a bit intimidated: “I assume you want me to send a diplomatic no to both sides?” de Kaste repeated the word in his mind “diplomatic…” “NO! We have done ENOUGH diplomatic. Thelas was Dominion, this is the most ridiculous offer EVER.” He counted to five in himself, and then talked a little more calm to his handsome female assistant, grinding his teeth together: “Tell them we refuse the offer, and order them to back off and get their entire fleet out of here right now of we will open fire….” He paused- “Wait, change that into or we will completely destroy your ships”
Tanya noted it on a small notebook: “And Sir? What about Dyelli Beybi?”
The general answered, less seething now as he was a moment before but still in a very bad mood. “Tell them the Antonov can land in Schiphol airport, but have the army stand by there too. I am NOT in a trusting mood.”
Tanya nodded understandingly: “And the ships?”
“Repeat the message, they have to back off now. Also call up the SATO stats, I believe that there are some submarines in the area, the ones dispatched from Endless Islands, tell them we may have a job for them.”
*=*Back in Dyelli-Beybi*=*
-Admiral, our ships have been refused entrance.
-As I suspected, well you know the orders from High up.
-Yes Sir. Which fleets are they Sir.
-8 through 17. That should clear anything out of the water...and the air for that matter.

*=*In the Air, nearing Knootoss*=*
-An-172 requesting permission to land in Knootoss. Over.

---In the Knootian waters

Cruising at unusual depth, 2 Endlessian attack submarines have just received orders from the Endlessian CentCom.
Aboard the CN Zeta I, Commander Paul Rogé is taking a look at the situation with his aide.
"So it seems we are 6 submarines in this area. All was high-depth capacity."
"Yes Sir. The CentCom also indicated that the 4th Fleet should be here in a couple of days, they have been rerouted. SATO's Atlantic Fleet is not far, and the local RDF can be called upon."
"Right. So we are going to ask our intruders to go away. Now."

He took the radio and dispatched a message on the international emergency channel:
"Attention all non-SATO [Dyelli Beybian] ships in the area.
This is Commander Paul Rogé, from the Endlessian Commonwealth Navy. Operating under a Knootian mandate and in coordination with SATO, we request all the non-SATO ships to quit the area. Non-SATO ships detected in Knootian waters will be considered as enemies. We will not hesitate to fire after a second warning if incriminated ships refuse to quit the area. Should a too important force penetrate into Knootian waters, we will resort to SATO forces to stop it, and such a trepassing will of course be considered a declaration of war."
He repeated the message and waited for an answer.

He looked at his aide, and smiled. "Now, what I wonder is if they attack, how they will attack something at 1,000 meters. Even [ooc: I use modernish technologies] advanced air-sea missiles can't go under 800 meters - they don't have enough combustible to hold speed at such pressures. Anyway... I really can't figure out why they would take the risk to stay here without begin able to respond to an attack."

The leading Black Hand agent turned to the hostages.

"Alright, I want every party leader to come standing here *points to spot next to Black Hand agents*, the rest of you can leave. Get Vogels, Burns, Halsema and the rest. All of you unimportant people can leave as soon as we have them here."

Vercetti relayed the news to Lee, and Lee opened a comm-channel with Wilkins. "Wilkins, this is Lee. The gunmen are going to let people out. Have Knootoss security send one or two men back here. Best if we have a friendly face here." "Got it." Wilkins replied. "How's the situation up there?" "Decidedly unfriendly."

Wilkens was watching the mob over his irons. 'This is gonna get messy, and me with only 400 rounds.' "Commander O'neal?" he opened a link to O'neal on the 53rd. "What can I do for you Mr. Wilkins?" "Put together every medical team you can - I have a feeling we are going to need them." "Already being done. Telescopes show it's pretty bloody outside. Valinon is trying to push the crowd back, and just to add to your worries we have unfriendlies trying to show some muscle."

The parliament was chaos... however, Mireille and Kirika were able to enter, taking a few not so well known routes, hitting two guards KO.

Finally, they were in... the main room... and what they saw, wasn`t good... definitely not good... they saw brownshirts, guarding most entrances, they were actually quite lucky, but it was a matter of fact that they couldn`t hide forever...

"I wonder...?"
"Hmmm?"
"This guys... must be Tators security... however... i doubt many of the brownshirts know it..."

In this very moment, two brownshirts came along. Kirika wanted to shoot them, but Mireille was faster:
"They are the killers!" she shouted, pointing at the Black Hand operatives. "Revenge for Tator!"

Then she quickly hid behind a corner, followed by Kirika, waiting for what would happen next, hoping that the Nod- agents were to surprised to act fast.

The "hippies" look up at the other approaching dropships, then back to the tanks.
"They're not with us! Really, we don't know who they are!"
"I'm going to back to my ship now, and see if I can find out whose they are."
One of the "hippies" starts running back to the dropship, while the others stare at him confused. One of the machine-gunners on the tanks gets jumpy and fires, but the hippy gets inside.

Inside the ship:
"Ok, what the hell are those?"
"We don't know."
"You don't know?"
"No. However, they are pro-Kootian-government."
"Ah."

Outside, the "hippies" and tank commanders stand where they are looking a bit bewildered. One of the "hippies" tries to start some sort of negotiations, but since his Neutron Guard training hadn't covered negotiation with potential hostiles then he wasn't quite sure what to say.

Inside again:
"They sent a transmission to the Knootian government...Wait, we have an incoming transmission too!"
"From them?"
"No it's from...The Supernova!"

Dropship One, this is The STSS Supernova. Tator has been assasinated. There is a great deal of confusion at what's happening. No-one's quite sure. Kane has alerted Dominion officials that he has five operatives attempting to hold the Kootian cabinet hostage. He has sent backup. Ineffable command has recommended you help as well. You can probably get there quicker than Nod troops. We think the other dropships are from Thelas but we can't be sure. Do not acknowledge this transmission. Do not reply. Supernova out.

"Tator's assasinated? This keeps getting better and beter, doesn't it..."
"Well, he said we should help..."
"He didn't seem to know about the tank blockade in front of us."
"Well, we can sit here until they start shooting, or the other dropships get here and start shooting at us, or we can start shooting and hope we can make it to the Hague..."
"Well, we're not short of choices, are we?"
"Ok, I have a few sheets of paper. Let's all decide what to do with a vot-" *an explosion and a splattering sound are heard*
"Damn democrats. Ok, we're going in..."

Outside, the "hippies" hear the dropship starting up.
*whispering*
"They're going without us!"
"What do we do?"
"Er, jump on?"
"Ok."

The dropship started moving and they jumped on, climbing up on to the roof to try and avoid the worst of any incoming fire from the tanks and helicopters.

"Attention all non-SATO [Dyelli Beybian] ships in the area.
This is Commander Paul Rogé, from the Endlessian Commonwealth Navy. Operating under a Knootian mandate and in coordination with SATO, we request all the non-SATO ships to quit the area. Non-SATO ships detected in Knootian waters will be considered as enemies. We will not hesitate to fire after a second warning if incriminated ships refuse to quit the area. Should a too important force penetrate into Knootian waters, we will resort to SATO forces to stop it, and such a trepassing will of course be considered a declaration of war."


Attention foreign vessel. We felt we were allowed to have a few ships in International waters to perform military execises. However, we cannot tolerate this ceaseless agression from SATO warmongers. We demand the ability to land a small force and extract all Dyelli Beybian citizens who are currently endangered by the wild mobs of brownshirts in Knootoss.


The Anatov touched down on the runway, taxiing to an apropriate position. Inside the nose of the plane a hurried discussion was taking place.

-Hauptman?
-Yes? Fuhrer Rabin, what is it?
-We were wondering Sir, what the orders were, only like we havn't declared war or anything.
-That we have not, but you are a Legionaire, Fuhrer, it is your job to obey orders.
-Yes Sir.
- Send for Staheim Jones, I must speak with him before this thing opens.

"Attention all non-SATO [Dyelli Beybian] ships in the area.
This is Commander Paul Rogé, from the Endlessian Commonwealth Navy. Operating under a Knootian mandate and in coordination with SATO, we request all the non-SATO ships to quit the area. Non-SATO ships detected in Knootian waters will be considered as enemies. We will not hesitate to fire after a second warning if incriminated ships refuse to quit the area. Should a too important force penetrate into Knootian waters, we will resort to SATO forces to stop it, and such a trepassing will of course be considered a declaration of war."


Attention foreign vessel. We felt we were allowed to have a few ships in International waters to perform military execises. However, we cannot tolerate this ceaseless agression from SATO warmongers. We demand the ability to land a small force and extract all Dyelli Beybian citizens who are currently endangered by the wild mobs of brownshirts in Knootoss.


The Anatov touched down on the runway, taxiing to an apropriate position. Inside the nose of the plane a hurried discussion was taking place.

-Hauptman?
-Yes? Fuhrer Rabin, what is it?
-We were wondering Sir, what the orders were, only like we havn't declared war or anything.
-That we have not, but you are a Legionaire, Fuhrer, it is your job to obey orders.
-Yes Sir.
- Send for Staheim Jones, I must speak with him before this thing opens.

"This is Admiral Sheniri, commander of Thelas forces in orbit around Knootos, to Endles Isle forces, we are in International Space, please stand down, you have no right to issue such a claim, I repeat stand down, some of the countries here you will not want hostilities with

"This is Admiral Sheniri, commander of Thelas forces in orbit around Knootos, to Endles Isle forces, we are in International Space, please stand down, you have no right to issue such a claim, I repeat stand down, some of the countries here you will not want hostilities with
OOC: the request was issued to ships (units that sail on the sea).
And just so you know, my general policy is to ignore all space units except satellites since I only play (very-)near-future modernish tech, and just as a recall, Knootoss has asked that space things be limited to the minimum.

IC:
Attention foreign vessel. We felt we were allowed to have a few ships in International waters to perform military execises. However, we cannot tolerate this ceaseless agression from SATO warmongers. We demand the ability to land a small force and extract all Dyelli Beybian citizens who are currently endangered by the wild mobs of brownshirts in Knootoss.
Hearing the message, Commander Paul Rogé replied:
"Attention Dyelli Beybi vessels. While your right is to be in international waters, trepassing into Knootian territorial waters will not be tolerated and will be considered a declaration of war. The only allowed Dyelli Beybian unit allowed on the Knootian territory currently is the Antonov that has just landed at Knootcap airport. All other units are requested to stay out.
We are not warmongering nor agressing you, we are only recalling you the limits of your rights."

Musical background: “Let’s go” March from movie "Maxim Perepelitsa" (When the Bolsheviks storm the winter palace)

Vogels frowns and his voice is dismissive: “I doubt they will be listening very rationally. If they manage to enter here they will kill us all. The only one I deem even remotely able to stop them is Burns, but he is hiding under his desk too. Someone needs to get to them without attracting the attention of these gunmen.


"I wasn't exactly counting on them being rational. They see guns, they think bullets. Not important, just a suggestion. I think de Graaf is creating enough of a distraction that someone could get over to Burn's desk."

In the offices Lee heard the call go out over the radio. "Wilkins, take 3 others and head up there. Vercetti and I will try to see what's what in the chamber."

The four security officers ran off towards the Knootoss security forces while Lee and Vercetti moved to the door of the Chambers. Vercetti slipped a fibre and microphone combo line under the door and began looking around while Lee covered him. "Admiral - sounds like a last stand situation in the hallways. I sent 4 of my men to assist, but we need to get people out of there."

Wilkins and his men arrived at the barricade shortly after. They reported to whoever looked to be in charge. "Wilkins, SDF. What's the rules of engagement?"

Parliament halls
The mob inside the building was rabidly attempting to get the (OOC: control port-like) fence inside the building down, and under the weight of the mob it slowly began to creak. The men in fThe security officers were behind the protective barrier, rather clueless. A woman in her forties with coloured hair, dressed in a blue guard uniform, stood there holding her gun but doing nothing. Stuttering she talked to Wilkins: “I, I guess we should stop them. I asked them to leave but they wont. And I can hardly begin to fire into the crowd? Can I? Should I?” A single tear is almost dripping from her face.

The fence buckles…

The leading Black Hand agent turned to the hostages.

"Alright, I want every party leader to come standing here *points to spot next to Black Hand agents*, the rest of you can leave. Get Vogels, Burns, Halsema and the rest. All of you unimportant people can leave as soon as we have them here."

Vercetti relayed the news to Lee, and Lee opened a comm-channel with Wilkins. "Wilkins, this is Lee. The gunmen are going to let people out. Have Knootoss security send one or two men back here. Best if we have a friendly face here." "Got it." Wilkins replied. "How's the situation up there?" "Decidedly unfriendly."

Wilkens was watching the mob over his irons. 'This is gonna get messy, and me with only 400 rounds.' "Commander O'neal?" he opened a link to O'neal on the 53rd. "What can I do for you Mr. Wilkins?" "Put together every medical team you can - I have a feeling we are going to need them." "Already being done. Telescopes show it's pretty bloody outside. Valinon is trying to push the crowd back, and just to add to your worries we have unfriendlies trying to show some muscle."

Main parliament hall
The three party leaders slowly came forward. One by one they rose up from their seats and walked to the place the unknown gunmen had arranged for. Halsema and Vogels quickly exchanged a word: “are you sure this is wise? These guys might shoot us on the spot.” Vogels shook his head: “They would have shot de Graaf by now then. And at least we are saving the others this way.”

The NOD agents nodded to the others, MPs, guests and journalists, slowly walked to the main exit of the hall. There 2 Knootian security people and a security team from Sunset waited for them. RCPK leader Bolkestein turned to one of the Sunsettians. “From what I understood this building is surrounded and being stormed. Do you have any idea on how to get us out of here?”

Captain Daunt was about to lead his squad into the building when the first wave of the mob begins to hammer the first line of police barracades. Daunt turns and watches as the Knootcap police begin to waver and give under the human tsunami.
"GO!" he yells at the three squads "Secure the MPs and the foreing delegates now!"
Daunt turns to his second line of defense made of Sardaukar, APCs (armed personal carriers), and the newly arrived RCVs (riot control vehicles).
"All forces stand ready!" he says over the comm. The Knootcap police are nearly consumed by the mob.
"FIRE!" Daunt screams.
The APCs let loose a salvo of gas gernades (same as earlier) and the RCVs let loose their own gas gernades and a stream of fire from their heavy discharge stun guns and heavy "ring guns." The ring guns fire metal/heavy plastic rings at high speeds, not enough to kill, but enough to drop a full grown man in an instant. The Sardaukar first rank form a wall of riot shield, and then activate the stun field that runs over their shield. Then the first rank fires discharges from their own stun batons, sending blasts of blinding blue-white light skittering over the victims. Behind them another rank fires ring guns, heavy stun cannons, and another rank of riot shields begin to form up.
Daunt knows that he too could be easily overwhelmed if this last for too long, he comms the command center at the aeroport.
"Reinforcements need at parliament building. Massive mob attacking, Knootcap police already mostly down! Repeat mob attack, need additional support!"

Outside parliament building
The engagement between the brownshirts and police force now had erupted in a full blown battle.

The first lines of brownshirts fall to the superior weaponry of the Valinon squads. But the horde stampedes on, trampling over the bodies of their fellow party members who are crawling over the floor in pain. The shirts now use their more primitive weapons, the bats, knives and chains they had used to terrorise the Knootian population. The Knootian police lines are however not holding. The Military Police units are completely overrun. The enraged mobs begin to attack the policemen and soldiers individually. Ganging up in small wolfpacks on the uniformed men, who are now alone. Casualties begin to mount.

Over the mob shouts a young man with steel blue eyes flaming like hell “Forward comrades! Crush the traitors! Heil Knootoss!” He fires his handgun empty onto the Valinon armoured vehicle in a useless attempt. “For Tator!” shouts a fat man in his thirties.

The parliament was chaos... however, Mireille and Kirika were able to enter, taking a few not so well known routes, hitting two guards KO.

Finally, they were in... the main room... and what they saw, wasn`t good... definitely not good... they saw brownshirts, guarding most entrances, they were actually quite lucky, but it was a matter of fact that they couldn`t hide forever...

"I wonder...?"
"Hmmm?"
"This guys... must be Tators security... however... i doubt many of the brownshirts know it..."

In this very moment, two brownshirts came along. Kirika wanted to shoot them, but Mireille was faster:
"They are the killers!" she shouted, pointing at the Black Hand operatives. "Revenge for Tator!"

Then she quickly hid behind a corner, followed by Kirika, waiting for what would happen next, hoping that the Nod- agents were to surprised to act fast.
OOC: I am truly sorry Angsty, but I really am going to dismiss it because
1) there are no easy routes in short of teleportation.
2) the hall doors are closed and probably guarded by Sunset security
3) The brownshirts are not yet in the main hall, only behind the security gates inside. And on the balcony but they cannot do much from there.

The "hippies" look up at the other approaching dropships, then back to the tanks.
"They're not with us! Really, we don't know who they are!"
"I'm going to back to my ship now, and see if I can find out whose they are."
One of the "hippies" starts running back to the dropship, while the others stare at him confused. One of the machine-gunners on the tanks gets jumpy and fires, but the hippy gets inside.

Inside the ship:
"Ok, what the hell are those?"
"We don't know."
"You don't know?"
"No. However, they are pro-Kootian-government."
"Ah."

Outside, the "hippies" and tank commanders stand where they are looking a bit bewildered. One of the "hippies" tries to start some sort of negotiations, but since his Neutron Guard training hadn't covered negotiation with potential hostiles then he wasn't quite sure what to say.

Inside again:
"They sent a transmission to the Knootian government...Wait, we have an incoming transmission too!"
"From them?"
"No it's from...The Supernova!"

Dropship One, this is The STSS Supernova. Tator has been assasinated. There is a great deal of confusion at what's happening. No-one's quite sure. Kane has alerted Dominion officials that he has five operatives attempting to hold the Kootian cabinet hostage. He has sent backup. Ineffable command has recommended you help as well. You can probably get there quicker than Nod troops. We think the other dropships are from Thelas but we can't be sure. Do not acknowledge this transmission. Do not reply. Supernova out.

"Tator's assasinated? This keeps getting better and beter, doesn't it..."
"Well, he said we should help..."
"He didn't seem to know about the tank blockade in front of us."
"Well, we can sit here until they start shooting, or the other dropships get here and start shooting at us, or we can start shooting and hope we can make it to the Hague..."
"Well, we're not short of choices, are we?"
"Ok, I have a few sheets of paper. Let's all decide what to do with a vot-" *an explosion and a splattering sound are heard*
"Damn democrats. Ok, we're going in..."

Outside, the "hippies" hear the dropship starting up.
*whispering*
"They're going without us!"
"What do we do?"
"Er, jump on?"
"Ok."

The dropship started moving and they jumped on, climbing up on to the roof to try and avoid the worst of any incoming fire from the tanks and helicopters.

The Hague, the blockade
It was unclear who had fired first, but the shot of a machinegun had pierced the grey skies, not hitting anything. Now, it was unimportant too. The commander and the soldiers ducked for cover. He shouted into his communication device: “ALL UNITS! OPEN FIRE!”

The tank guns made a mechanical noise as the turrets on the old soviet imports with “SATO” painted over the original red stars changed position to match that of the dropship. The commanche pilots were notably faster in their response, as they fired a barrage of missiles at the large dropship. The commanders radio crackled as the voice of another pilot came in: “Airraid, airraid, Eurofighter wing 456 will engage hostiles in T minus two…better look for cover boys!”

(OOC: firing only at the TST ship yet. Thelas, the threat from EI was @Dyelli Belli, however Tanya also sent a rather hostile message asking you to leave with the dropships.)


The Anatov touched down on the runway, taxiing to an apropriate position. Inside the nose of the plane a hurried discussion was taking place.

-Hauptman?
-Yes? Fuhrer Rabin, what is it?
-We were wondering Sir, what the orders were, only like we havn't declared war or anything.
-That we have not, but you are a Legionaire, Fuhrer, it is your job to obey orders.
-Yes Sir.
-Send for Staheim Jones, I must speak with him before this thing opens.
Schiphol airport
Outside the plane, a group of soldiers had gathered. A wave of army infantry and even some small armour had pulled out from Amsterdam and had gathered around the Antanov, waiting for the door to open…

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Slagveld

De schemer valt als grond.
In Holland loopt een hond.
Een hond met lange tanden.
Er gaat door alle landen
een grote zwarte hond.

Wij liggen in het rond.
Niet langer van elkander.
Wat ons tesamen bond
stierf tussen onze tanden.
De schemer valt als grond.

Gerrit Achterberg

Battlefield

The twilight falls like ground.
In Holland walks a hound.
A hound with very long teeth.
He goes through all the lands
a large and very black hound.

We're scattered all around.
No longer with one another.
What bound us together
died between our teeth.
The twilight falls like ground.

Outside the dropship:
"Argh! They're shooting at us!"
"Do you think I can't see that? I have a piece of shrapnel in my side."
"Oh yeah. Shouldn't you be dead?"
"Yes, I think I should be dead..."
*one of the "hippies" dies*
"Better him than me..."
The dropship begins firing its main gun. It takes a punding from the tanks. Inside, alarms begin flashing. The doors open and out rush 35 soldiers, carrying weapons ranging from submachine guns to rocket launchers. One soldier remains inside manning the main gun and attacking the tanks. After firing off another 7 rounds the dropship explodes. Meanwhile the soldiers run towards defensible positions and returning fire towards the remaining tanks.

As the Knootos forces opened fire, the Thelas dropships landed, and began disgorging troops. The Thelas soldiers viewed this as a textbook operation, use dropships for cover while wating for the heavy armor to arive from the fleet in orbit. Heavy weapons troopers armed with SMATM Thoron (eagle) anti-tank missiles, to put it nicly all hell broke loose, the 20 light tanks opend fire, anything with less armor than a main battle tank was pprobably running for cover, the small numer of 5 Heavy tanks (3 inches of classified armor, same type the M1A2s use, and 4 .50 cals and 1 150 mm main gun) opend fire.

Aboard the fleet command ship, the Admiral in charge just got the vidlink from the soldiers, "what the (exspative) is going on, I thought we were just supporting Tator!?'

"well sir, something happened and Knootos forces opend fire, we are engaged in heavy combat"

"alright, send down the 51 marines and the 32 armored core, then send down the mobile base teams once the area is secure, I want a beachhead, send a message to TST's forces"

To The Sivler Turtle Millitary Command
From Admiral Thencara

"TST millitary command, there has been an outbreak of hostilities in Knootos, our forces must work together, my fleet is above Knootos and I am sending down Mobile Base teams to construct a Landing pad and mase, please sned forces"

To Knootos command
From Andmiral Thencara

"You better whach who you are talking too Knootos military command, I doubt your spacee fleet will stand up against out own, even if you have one. Your forces are orderd to:

a. stand down, and surrender to forces loayal to Tator
b. withdraw your suport against Melkor
c. disarm, to Tators forces

Otherwise we have no choise but to annex Knootos and force reigim change. Admiral Thencara OUT"

Losses:

Thelas: 50 mairines dead, 3 dropships destroyed, 2 damaged, 4 light tanks destroyed

Knootos: (can you give me numbers or troops and tanks, exspect losses to be high, the tanks are heavily armed and armored, they are loaded with machine guns, not to mention that the dropships have cannons, also, is Knootos a space nation, or does it use future tech?)

OOC:
Thelas, read the posts:
OOC: the request was issued to ships (units that sail on the sea).
And just so you know, my general policy is to ignore all space units except satellites since I only play (very-)near-future modernish tech, and just as a recall, Knootoss has asked that space things be limited to the minimum.
OOC: if you really need to play future tech, I have plenty of starships as well… but I will only use them if you do some sciencefictiony mega über attack. Ifyou choose to attack that is. I’d like to keep this modern tech and the dropships really are borderline already.

IC:
---Aboard CN Zeta I

An aide appeared at the Commander's door.
"Sir, we have intercepted a message routed to the Knootian Admiralty !"
"Give it to me."
You better watch who you are talking too Knootos military command, I doubt your spacee fleet will stand up against out own, even if you have one. Your forces are orderd to:

a. stand down, and surrender to forces loayal to Tator
b. withdraw your suport against Melkor
c. disarm, to Tators forces

Otherwise we have no choise but to annex Knootos and force regime change. Admiral Thencara OUT

The commander raised an eyebrow and said: "That's very... important."
And he transmitted the message to his CentCom as fast as he could.
A few minutes later, in Nea City, a restricted council was appointed. Another few minutes, and many decisions had been taken.
A diplomatic communication was released:

* Communication from the government of the Commonwealth of Endless Islands *

To all parties involved in the raising conflict in Knootoss,

Given the direct threat posed by certain nations to the political and territorial sovereignty of Knootoss,
As a long-time close ally of Knootoss, and as a member of SATO committed to the SATO mututal defense pact,

The government of the Commonwealth has decided
1) to intervene directly in Knootoss in order to help Valinon peacekeeping forces, through ground, air and naval forces
2) to call upon SATO to defend the Knootian territory against a possible near-future agression

The Commonwealth also reiterates its request of immediate release regarding Knootian democratically elected representatives still detained by foreign terrorists in the Knootian Parliament buiding. We will not hesitate to intervene directly to ensure the protection of these people, and notably Prime Minister Vogels.

Ralph Goldensilver, President of the CEI
Jacques de l'Ile, Special Advisor for International Relations
Allan Dutyful, Special Advisor for Defence

Parliament halls
The mob inside the building was rabidly attempting to get the (OOC: control port-like) fence inside the building down, and under the weight of the mob it slowly began to creak. The men in fThe security officers were behind the protective barrier, rather clueless. A woman in her forties with coloured hair, dressed in a blue guard uniform, stood there holding her gun but doing nothing. Stuttering she talked to Wilkins: “I, I guess we should stop them. I asked them to leave but they wont. And I can hardly begin to fire into the crowd? Can I? Should I?” A single tear is almost dripping from her face.

The fence buckles…



'Uh oh.' Wilkins thought. 'If she won't do it...' "In order for Knootoss to remain free you must stop these people here. If we don't Knootoss will be strangled! Fire!" Wilkins and his men began firing. 'Center of mass' click, 'center of mass' click. It was like marbles falling on pavement as the bolts on the silenced weapons clicked open and shut as fast as the security team could pull the trigger. As the fence buckled more Wilkins shouted to the defenders. "Fall back! Anyone without ammo make barricades!"

Main parliament hall
The NOD agents nodded to the others, MPs, guests and journalists, slowly walked to the main exit of the hall. There 2 Knootian security people and a security team from Sunset waited for them. RCPK leader Bolkestein turned to one of the Sunsettians. “From what I understood this building is surrounded and being stormed. Do you have any idea on how to get us out of here?”


OOC: If you notice, I am being careful to avoid transporters for story's sake.

"Always a way. Is there a bomb shelter in the basement? Or perhaps a subway line?" Lee asked as people came out of the chamber. "Anyone with any ideas how to get out, say so. 'I suppose we could put a ship down on the roof... But I don't think it could handle it.' Lee thought.

Finally Admiral Washinton came out. "I'll monitor the hostages, any way out of here yet?" "Nothing. Again, does anyone know if this building has a bomb shelter or subway?" "How about the roof?" one MP asked. "We'd be trapped, unless..." Lee went back to the radio. "This is Lt. Commander Lee, SDF, to any Knootoss military units. Do you have any Chinook or Sea King's that could land on the roof? We need to evacuate."

The HMs Oceania is now near the coast of Knootoss. Vice Admiral Jordan, commander of this fleet is listening to the major.
"The situation is chaos, we need support now! My forces outside the parliament building are complete overrun. I am rerouting my major forces there along with my few jet coptors configured for mass crowd control. Some of my men under Captain Daunt fell back inside the building, our APCs and RCVs are being used to form a barricade across all major doors to the building. Currently three squads are moving to take out a force of armed men holding Knootoss MPs and foreign delegates hostages. I will evacuate them from the building with a roof-top air exit once we have secured the MPs and delegates."
"Good, I am deploying Major General Klausen troops now. I will scramble all Needle fighters. Knootoss is now covered by an aero-quarantine zone. Only Knootoss forces and peacekeeping forces may enter."
"How long until General Klausen is deployed, Admiral?"
"Thirty minutes."

"Ears and eyes, Ears and eyes!" Wilkins shouted as he tossed something into the crowd. He then ducked his head and covered his ears, the rest of the team doing the same. Hopefully the Knootoss security would get it. 'CRACK!' Even with his head ducked Wilkins could see the light through his eyelids from the flashbang as it went off above the crowd.

These were not junior grade flashbangs either. Anyone who was looking directly at it would likely be blinded, and at close range hearing loss was likely. As soon as it flashed and Wilkins heard the crack he put his head up and resumed firing.

The associates were nervous, that much was obvious. To many dangers, to many wars, to thin stretched forces. And now this.
"What shall we do?"
"We cannot allow this, that much is clear."
"I know... but we don`t have to many forces there."
"We have."
"Huh?"
Griffith grinned.
"Our invasion force for Melkor. This war is going to be a mess, we cannot get the profits we wanted. But we can gain profits from here, simply by guaranteeing Knootoss stays within SATO/ WBO influence. We cannot allow any members to switch sides. It just cannot happen."
"True... so, we go in?"
"We do. Btw, Althena, did you hear anything from your operatives in Knootoss?"
"No... not yet..."
"So much for Soldtas efficiency." Griffith grinned, in triumph.
"But if i may ask... you were pro- Tator all the time, how the sudden change?" Althena smiled back, not showing her uncertainity.
"Oh... well, lets just say... i was wrong."
"You wouldn`t mind giving me control over this operation?"
"As a matter of fact, i would." Griffith suddenly frowned. Althena still smiled.
"You know... my grandfather was shot by dominion assassins... i would be very unpleased if you just switch sides... and your troops would, too, i presume."
"I do." Griffith wanted to say more, about the things that were REALLY importand, but he abstained from it.

---

ooc: i know TST has a ship over there... to prevent spacebattles, i DON`T attack TSTs ship immediatly, clearing the skies, instead i just do what all others do... sending dropships down. I would like it if we could agree that this is not intended to be a spacewar, so no spacebattles, ok? *blinks to Knootoss, hoping it works*

ic:

The two fleets, which just returned from the Arda- battlefield, leaving it when the Knootoss situation became to important...

when hitting a position in 2000km orbit, ~2000km east of Knootoss, they decloaked, and the transporters released the dropships... four divisions mechanised infantry and 2 tank divisions made their way down, in two waves, each including 2 divisions infantry and one tank division. They headed for a sector outside the the capital, to occupy a sector from 100km from the city to 200km from the city, cutting the governmental control over the nation, to allow SATO an easy move- in.

"What do you think about this?"
Xavier looked up, and saw Sabines pretty face, a face, strage for a soldier, way to pretty to be covered with blood... for a short moment, he wondered if it looked like her original face or if it was a new design for her machine body...
"No idea... i though we would crush orcs, and now that... hell, what happens if the Knootian troops think we are enemies? I don`t want to shoot friends..."
"Yeah... well, we will see. But hey..." She smiled at him. It was wonderful. He though she would say something else, but instead, she just kissed his cheek... If it weren`t for his artificial face, he would have blushed.

A moment later, they entered atmosphere, the whole dropship begun to rock wildly...

(ooc: unfortunately, i`m not familiar with Knootian geography... please corect me if i`m wrong in anything)

At the same time, planes started in DA... 144 fighters headed to Knootoss, guarding as many transporters... this ones headed for the capital itselve, one paratrooper- division, together with some 'special forces'.

The knights of Enki, the knights of Paris, both special commando units of soldats, were with them, so was a group of perhaps 10 telepaths... all of them with detailed orders what to do when arriving...

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ooc: hey, i really LOVE it when all my units were already ready for massive strikes (although the enemy was someone else) XD

---A few hundred miles from the Knootian territorial waters

The 4th Fleet is cruising. Their route has been altered and they are heading straight to Knootoss.
Admiral John Pritchard is trying to handle the amount of communications he receives as time passes. Finally he manages to sum things up to his aide:
"So. First, it seems that we have got SATO moving with us now. This is good. We will have the support of an RDF I believe. You have to check that they are aware we are here."
The Admiral lets his aide take notes. Then carries on:
"Second, Der Angst is sending troops. It's good as this means we'll have SATO ground infantery there before our own troops arrive. Contact them to coordinate air units."
"Yes Sir."
"Third, contact our submarines, and tell them we'll be on theatre in a few hours... And that's all for the moment."

Then the Admiral gave orders.
A few minutes later, a 5 eurofighters squadron took off from his ship. In less than an hour, they would be over Knootoss.
He radioed the Knootian military command:
"This is Admiral Pritchard, Endlessian Navy, Commander of the 4th Fleet. We will be entering Knootian waters in a few hours. We request access codes to local military communications systems in order to coordinate with you. Please also confirm officially SATO allowance in your waters."

Everything was changing quickly. Fun, the Admiral thought.
It was a long time the Commonwealth had not been in a war, and at least, he would have some action...

OOC: I am trying to feep space to a minimum, mostly as a launch platform, but if SATO is going to get involved I reservce the right to use spacefleets if some one tries to attack me through space, also Knootoss, due to your size I strongly doubt you could marshal a large enough starfleet to deal with mine but back to IC

IC: "SATO forces, you are supporting ann iligitimate take over of the Knootoss government, if you wish to stand by what you beilive, I sugjest that you side with Motgumery Burns and forces loal to Tator's memory, we wish to restore the rightfull ellected government to Knootoss, I urge you to see that what you are doing is hyporcracy of the highest order."

As this was being sent Thelas dropships were landing at the battle site where Thelas forces were fighting Knootoss rebels (because that is what they are) they carried 500 more soldiers, 50 M-5 light tanks 25 Sabre Heavy Tanks. Also, the Thelas First and Second Naval fleets were being sent, with 50,000 marnies and 1,000 tanks, to fight Endless Island forces and to help restore the rightful government.

As this was happening, 200 Twilight II Stealth Bombers were being sent, loaded with cruise missiles (4 on each, that is 800 warheads if you want to know) their targets were Rebel (non-Tator loalists) millitary instilations, 400 weapons that, and any millitary defences on strech of beach near Das Hague (directly West), 400 to purpos.

IC: "SATO forces, you are supporting ann iligitimate take over of the Knootoss government, if you wish to stand by what you beilive, I sugjest that you side with Motgumery Burns and forces loal to Tator's memory, we wish to restore the rightfull ellected government to Knootoss, I urge you to see that what you are doing is hyporcracy of the highest order."


President Thorgardson holds a press conference and addresses these points specifically.

"Tator was attempting a lone takeover. The Knootoss constitution requires any treaty to be run by the parliment and the party balance would have prevented any such treaty from passing. The goverment will be restored when a special election is held for Tator's seat, and the current elected goverment seated as is proper. Tator's death, as is the death of any sentient, is unfortunate but it does not give any outside nation a position to attempt to place their choice in power."

In a statment by General Theallas "Tator was the elected official of the Knootoss government, he was assasinated by an outside country, suggesting to me that "someone" did not like him in the country, Thelas supports Montgumery Burns, the second in command, soon to be the vice president of Knootos, SATO has no right to intervene! Especialy because SATO wishes Knootoss to become their puppet, SATO accuses us of forcing our cannidate, SATO is forcing their cannidate, I beilive that to keep the balance of power stable, both sides must either withdraw ALL forces, of we must fight over this countries future, a future on the one hand, of pupetship to SATO or of following the populaces disires, to have Tator, and his ideals recongnized, I stand for the second option! Peace Through Power!"

OOC: I will remind everyone - Tator only won 27%. Sure - it's 1 in 4, but 3 in 4 didn't want him. The people have spoken...

IC:

"We would urge all outside powers to withdraw their forces from Knootoss as soon as possible. This is a decision for the people of Knootoss, not the people of any outside nation. Knootoss has the absolute right to choose for itself who it will choose for goverment."

In a statment by General Theallas "Tator was the elected official of the Knootoss government, he was assasinated by an outside country, suggesting to me that "someone" did not like him in the country, Thelas supports Montgumery Burns, the second in command, soon to be the vice president of Knootos, SATO has no right to intervene! Especialy because SATO wishes Knootoss to become their puppet, SATO accuses us of forcing our cannidate, SATO is forcing their cannidate, I beilive that to keep the balance of power stable, both sides must either withdraw ALL forces, of we must fight over this countries future, a future on the one hand, of pupetship to SATO or of following the populaces disires, to have Tator, and his ideals recongnized, I stand for the second option! Peace Through Power!"

The official Statement from the Tzar of Dyelli Beybi echoed that of Thelas, with the added comment that, "Actually I don't think it was the people who spoke, rather some SATO Communist thugs."

Meanwhile, the Anatov remained firmly closed although a rumble from the interior of the plane suggested the occupants had started some kind of engine.
"We're having trouble lifting the nose." the pilot broadcast, "Could you please bear with us a moment." he could be clearly seen in the cockpit of the massive aircraft, chomping on a cigar.

OOC: I am off to bed for now, I already started working on a huge reply but its 2 AM and I am too tired to finish it tonight....
*signs off*

SATO forces, you are supporting ann iligitimate take over of the Knootoss government, if you wish to stand by what you beilive, I sugjest that you side with Motgumery Burns and forces loal to Tator's memory, we wish to restore the rightfull ellected government to Knootoss, I urge you to see that what you are doing is hyporcracy of the highest order.
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Tator was the elected official of the Knootoss government, he was assasinated by an outside country, suggesting to me that "someone" did not like him in the country, Thelas supports Montgumery Burns, the second in command, soon to be the vice president of Knootos, SATO has no right to intervene! Especialy because SATO wishes Knootoss to become their puppet, SATO accuses us of forcing our cannidate, SATO is forcing their cannidate, I beilive that to keep the balance of power stable, both sides must either withdraw ALL forces, of we must fight over this countries future, a future on the one hand, of pupetship to SATO or of following the populaces disires, to have Tator, and his ideals recongnized, I stand for the second option!

---At a regional diplomatic meeting in Nea City

Speech by President Ralph Goldensilver:

"The Dominion, and particularily Thelas, seem really to have problems in understanding the situation : THEY are the intruders, THEY are the offenders, THEY have sent military units first, which proves that THEY are trying to seize the power by force. WE are allies of Knootoss and Knootoss is a long-time member of SATO, and therefore, as part of the SATO Mutual Defense Pact, we are COMMITTED to DEFEND Knootoss against the forces who are currently attacking.

Our move is not an offensive move, as General Theallas pretends, it is a DEFENSIVE move, it comes IN RESPONSE to the Dominion's attacks in Knootoss who are indeed trying to make Knootoss their puppet. If these attacks had not started, us, and SATO, would not be engaged today.
WE are committed to restore democratic order in Knootoss, with a new election round if necessary.
I shall remind General Theallas that SATO would have, contrarily to the Dominion, strictly no interest in making Knootoss a puppet for the simple reason Knootoss is ALREADY a SATO member.
At the contrary of what General Theallas said again, we are not supporting any legitimate takeover, we are STOPPING YOU, and the Dominion, from taking over the Knootian government. Nothing else.
And this makes me wonder who the most hypocrit is."

*a lot of applauds in the room*

---In the Knootian waters

"Here we are" the Admiral said as they were approaching the coast.
An aide handed a message.
From: SATO Satellite Control Center

A big fleet has been detected. Seems to be heading for Knootian waters. Coordinates follow.
"Haha ! It seems the guys from the Dominion are not wasting their time. We are going to need a bit of air support. We'll wait... hmm... a few hours until they are let's say 200 miles from the border of territorial waters, and then, send them a radio message to tell them if they continue they will be violating Knootian waters in regard to international laws, and therefore, we reserve the right to retaliate, being the ONLY legitimate military force in the area. Prepare a stealth squadron, and medium range missiles. Contact our subs. Tell them to continue at high-dephts where they are nearly unattackable. We are going to need them. Also, call the Knootian coast defense. And Der Angst - we'll need air support from them."
The aide listened to everything and rushed to execute the orders. Serious things were starting.

Deep underground two millitary commanders are talking

"This coul be dangerous, if Sirithil gets involved, her space fleets will kill us, and SATO will be quite dangerous"

"The good news is that the Ur coallitions task force is being obliterated, a naval attack is out of the question"

"but a space attack is not, I suggest that we go to Defcon 1 Strategic Alert"

"Good idea, alert the ground defencices"

All over Thelas missile crews are scrambaling, massive Ground to Space nuclear Warheads are being prepared. Crews are arming the massive Plasma cannons that protect Thelas. At the various systems undder Thelas control Plasma cannons are being armed, the jump-gates were closed, Thelas was a fortress.

At the Seraph Naval Base five black fin-shaped submarines sliped into the water, activating Magneto-Hydrodynamic Drives, the subs disapear into the depths, 3 of the boats have 75 conventional missiles and 25 nuclear warheads, 2 of the boats are armed with 100 torpedo clusters, 20 torpedos/homing mine in each cluster. (you do not know about this depployment)

OOC: Only a small portion of the first fleet is up there, so I'm in no hurry for a space batle either.
IC:
Aboard the STSS Supernova:
"Thelas requests we send reinforcements. Our own dropship has been blown up, but most of the troops are okay and attempting to fight their way into the city."
"Hmm...Okay. We'll send in another 19 dropships. That'll give us 800 men on the ground, minus any casualties already suffered. Send down 20 Phoenix attack craft for air support. That will leave us with...Well?"
"Er...100 dropships, 4,000 Neutron Guardsmen and 30 Phoenixes."
"Excellent."

About 30 minutes later, 19 more dropships entered Knootooss airspace, accompanied by 20 Phoenixes to ward off any attacks on the dropships by Knootian forces or third parties.

(OOC) Okey dokey. I am going to say this before I start out. I will ignore any super Ubertech assaults on me, expecially if someone does something crazy like an orbital bombardment. On the other hand I will RP with any current level tech attacks.

This is the Dyelli Beybian Armada that would be detectable. Dyelli Beybi puts huge amounts of money into fleet warfare rather than air warfare

‘Steel Tzar’ Aircraft Carriers: 2
‘Albatross’ ASW Battle Carriers: 7
‘Sevastopol’ Battle Cruisers: 20
‘Stalingrad’ Cruisers: 80
‘Sphinx’ Destroyers: 100
‘Komsomolets Ukrainey’ Destroyers: 70
‘Principality’ AA Frigates : 50
‘Comrade’ ASW Frigates: 80
‘Skua’ Electronic Warfare Corvettes: 10
‘Muttonbird’ Fleet ECM Corvettes: 10
‘Lenin’ Torpedo Patrol Boats: 50
‘Victory’ Missile Patrol Boats: 150
MiG-29SMTK: 70
Su-25UTG: 70
Ka 27-PL Naval Helicopters (ASW): 94
Ka 27-PS Naval Helicopters (Multi-Role) : 42
Ka 25 Naval Helicopters : 28

(IC) Noises could still be heard going on inside the Anatov sounding like someone was struggling with some heavy machinerey "#*%#@ Russian machiney" someone swore.

OOC: instead of replying to everyone’s posts individually (which was hell) I now just give situations for every scene. If I left anyone or anything out, just say so.
Also, anyone “attacking” I would request you say where or what. I assume that the TST/Thelas ships are heading for the capitol?

Battle of the Hague
(OOC: TST you already posted your first dropship destroyed, but with troops making their way into the city so I’ll go with that.)

The gunships missiles slammed into the TST dropship rocking it back and forth. “Sir, navigational control is hit! I can’t steer anymore…” The huge machine suddenly tilted over and began to lose height, crashing down on the main street. The ground shook as the piece of machinery slammed into the concrete. The troops inside were severely shaken up, but came out to fight nevertheless. The Knootian commander yelled: “Open fire! Infantry target infantry, armoured division shoot at anything big coming out of there!” Automatic rifles began to mow down the trapped infantry.

But then the Thelassian dropships arrived at the scene… the Knootians were confused on what they would do, wondering if these elves would come to their assistance. But those hopes quickly vanished as they opened their gun ports and the bullets reigned down upon the troops like hail on a winter day. The tanks were cut right open as if they were merely tin boxes, and of all infantry behind the blockade only one man managed to leap away, bleeding as his leg was torn of by the impact. The commander had been killed, but his young aid was looking from behind a window he had taken cover behind. He was screaming into the communications device, completely panicking: “WITHDRAW! FALL BACK!”

The infantry either hid themselves or made an actual attempt to retreat. However where to retreat to was a big mystery. The Thelassian dropships continued to head into the city towards the Binnenhof on their easy, standard pace. Standing calm as if nothing had just happened. Behind them lay the crashed dropship and the cut open tanks. A missile gone astray had blackened one of the small condo’s. The remaining Silver Turtle tanks rolled down the streets of the old European city followed by their infantry.

The Knootian soldiers were completely unprepared to fight in the very heart of their nation, yet when the first shock had passed they started to behave like professionals again. Soon, the air force would come….

The second wave of Eurofighters had arrived this time it was not merely recon, this was massive. Every wing, coming in in waves, had one Thelassian dropship as its target. “Command here, make sure you have a good target lock, if only one missile goes astray you hit an apartment or a house and that is not an option”
The pilots made it damn sure, after all their families were living down there. The radio was cluttered with messages “Missiles away! Fox 1, Fox 2”

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Balmora Airbase, communication station, uplink to the SATO satellite network
“Sir, more dropships coming in!”
“What? How many?”
“The picture is sketchy, about twenty and they appear to be coming down near The Hague again. Perhaps even the same location.”
The major rubbed his chin: “They are not getting an easy landing this time. Contact all mobile anti air in the area, I trust they have been set up by now?”
“Yes Sir, all except the 37th near Leiden, they are experiencing technical difficulties.”
“Very well… give them the order. Blacken the skies!”
In spread out areas around the Hague, mobile anti-aircraft installations began firing into the air lighting it up with their explosives. If anything had been hit they would know soon enough…

Warroom, a shelter under the ministry of Defence.

General de Kaste swore, loudly for everyone in the room to hear. He cursed politics and all politicians, he cursed all gods from the vengeful god of Iesus to Eru himself, but most of all, he accursed those dropships landing in his fine city.

Tanya approached the general carefully: “Sir? More bad news. We just received this transmission.”
De Kaste growled: “Put it on the main screen, so everyone can see.” The theatre map of the The Hague area vanished from the large cinematic screen for a moment as a visual recording, automatically corrected for spelling errors, was played down:


To Knootos command
From Admiral Thencara

"You better watch who you are talking too Knootoss military command, I doubt your space fleet will stand up against out own, even if you have one. Your forces are ordered to:

a. stand down, and surrender to forces loyal to Tator
b. withdraw your support against Melkor
c. disarm, to Tators forces

Otherwise we have no choice but to annex Knootoss and force regime change. Admiral Thencara OUT"

Tanya nodded as the theatre map faded in again, with big blinking red dots slowly moving further inland. “That was a clear ultimatum Sir.” De Kaste shook his head. “No Tanya, that was a declaration of war. The man who was in overall command of the Knootian military was silent for a moment, but then he mumbled something.

“You know, a wise man once said that every disadvantage has its advantage. At least we know who we are up against now. This leads to a logical conclusion, call SATO….

Tanya bowed her head slightly and walked off at a brisk pace. A direct commline to the representative in SATO, Wim Kok, was opened…
(OOC: this is the cue for me asking for help on the SATO boards.)

about an hour later

Offers of help where coming in. Tanya took a small break to report back: “Sir? I have written this form which allows all government functions to be temporarily be taken over by the military until the government is able to function again. Please sign under the dotted lines here and here…” The assistant handed the general a blue ballpoint pen she had hastily grabbed from someone else’s desk. The general signed, realising that the fate of Knootoss was now in his hands.

Tanya put the paper away.
“Foreign and diplomatic functions have already been taken over by the comm section right here in the warroom. And I took the liberty of already notifying our allies.”
De Kaste looked anticipating: “And?”
“A SATO meeting is being held right now. But before that meeting is even finished Endless Islands and Der Angst have already pledged forces. And help is also coming in from our non-SATO allies: Sunset and Valinon.
“Tell them all specifically they are allowed to engage hostiles inside Knootoss. Provide them all with targeting information for the enemy incursions. But please ask them to be careful to avoid civilian casualties.”
“Will do Sir!”, Tanya walked off again, her brisk pace speeding up for every second that passed by the Knootians lost ground in their old centre of government.

OOC: Tanya is very efficient. SATO nations, Valinon and Sunset now have access to a common communications frequency and targeting information from the SATO sattelite network. And also consider a “thank you for your support on behalf of the Knootian people-type” message sent to those pledging support.

OOC: I will post this part up for now, and I am still working on the happenings in and around parliament as well as on schiphol with the Antanov. But I’ll already give you this to read. More to follow… bear with me. ;)

(OOC) Okey dokey. I am going to say this before I start out. I will ignore any super Ubertech assaults on me, expecially if someone does something crazy like an orbital bombardment. On the other hand I will RP with any current level tech attacks.

This is the Dyelli Beybian Armada that would be detectable. Dyelli Beybi puts huge amounts of money into fleet warfare rather than air warfare

‘Steel Tzar’ Aircraft Carriers: 2
‘Albatross’ ASW Battle Carriers: 7
‘Sevastopol’ Battle Cruisers: 20
‘Stalingrad’ Cruisers: 80
‘Sphinx’ Destroyers: 100
‘Komsomolets Ukrainey’ Destroyers: 70
‘Principality’ AA Frigates : 50
‘Comrade’ ASW Frigates: 80
‘Skua’ Electronic Warfare Corvettes: 10
‘Muttonbird’ Fleet ECM Corvettes: 10
‘Lenin’ Torpedo Patrol Boats: 50
‘Victory’ Missile Patrol Boats: 150
MiG-29SMTK: 70
Su-25UTG: 70
Ka 27-PL Naval Helicopters (ASW): 94
Ka 27-PS Naval Helicopters (Multi-Role) : 42
Ka 25 Naval Helicopters : 28

(IC) Noises could still be heard going on inside the Anatov sounding like someone was struggling with some heavy machinerey "#*%#@ Russian machiney" someone swore.

Your supporting Thelas/TST/Nod forces, right?

Transmission from the associates to The Silver Turtle:

We know you want Burns in power. Well, he won the elections, and we would like to propose the following: a coalition between Burns and either the new conservatives or the social liberals. Ther question is of course, do they accept or not? But we are sure it`s worth trying. While we are at it, we would like to prevent unneccessary bloodsheet, why killing each other when we can find a peaceful solution? Lets say, all of your forces that already landed or are on their way stay where they are or where they will land, so will ours. We should find a peaceful solution, and i`m sure we can find one.

Yours, the associates

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Transmission from White Hawk Ltd. to the Knootian military (to every single base):

We are the DA army, and we intend to protect you from invading forces. We try to find a peaceful solution, but it is neccessary to show force. We urge you to unite with us, to withstand the possible enemy, that already started to attack your positions without being provoked.

The dropships came down fast. The landing zones were edited from their original briefing, they now aimed at two positions: two divisions infantry and one tank division landed inside Knootoss, to split up the enourmous capital from the backland. The other three divisions, or rather, their dropships, landed at the coast, searching for free space to land. It meant this ones would be quite scattered, but the high command decided this was neccessary to ensure SATO- control over the coast. After all, their mission wasn`t to defend against a large invasion force, their mission was to get the Knootian defence together. (ooc: i assume the crisis in the government makes military control quite complicate)

---

Sabine and Xavier were the first ones to leave the dropshit... both were nervous, very nervous... their machine bodies seemed to shake a little... their first mission, and an importand one, too... and they didn`t know if they would survive or not...
"So... there we are..."

---

Message to Endless Islands:

We are pretty sure we can give Air support... although not exactly heavy air support... 144 fighters and as many bombers, thats all we can do for now, not counting the transporters and fighters heading to Knootoss at the moment.

OOC: If you notice, I am being careful to avoid transporters for story's sake.
OOC: duly noted.
Parliament halls

After the Sunsettian flashbang, the female security officer standing behind the barricades overcame her revulsion to killing and she began to fire into the amassed crowd joining the Sunsettian security teams in the stand.. Soon, the fence was tainted with the blood and gore of those standing in front of it, but the pressure from those behind was still huge.

The inner security gate came down crashing, the bodies which were still in a standing position fell onto the ground and the mob flooded the old lavish halls. The woman shouted to the Sunsettians: “we have to move out now” and she began to run backward, emptying her gun at the enraged mob storming in…

The crashing sound could be heard by the guests and MP’s outside the main hall, quickly followed by battle cries: “Heil Tator!” resounded through the hallways, as the mob drew nearer and nearer. Finally, the radio of the Sunsettian security officer crackled as a faint signal came in: “This is Knootian command. Request understood. We are sending in two large transport helicopters to evacuate you out of here. Proceed to the roof of the building. The brownshirts have apparently entered the building already. Avoid them. The helicopters should be arriving in about 15 minutes. Remain calm, command out.

Outside parliament halls
The police was still fighting a losing battle outside, but slowly the gaps that had fallen in the lines were restored as Valinon reinforcements arrived. The APCs tried to reach the entrance to form a barricade but the entire area was swarmed with brownshirts. In order to reach it, the APCs would have to run over people….

Schiphol airport
The Russian plane stood there, with the Knootian troops waiting outside. Finally the waiting troops waiting became fed up with the delays, and the distrustful local commanding officer grabbed a megaphone and directed it to the Antonov. “THIS IS THE KNOOTIAN MILITARY. YOU ARE SURROUNDED COME OUT NOW OR WE WILL BLOW UP THE PLANE HERE ON THE AIRSTRIP.”

He put down the megaphone and thought: ”that ought to get their attention.”

Transmission from White Hawk Ltd. to the Knootian military (to every single base):
We are the DA army, and we intend to protect you from invading forces. We try to find a peaceful solution, but it is neccessary to show force. We urge you to unite with us, to withstand the possible enemy, that already started to attack your positions without being provoked.

The bases response came drippling in slowly, acknowledging. On behalf of the general, Tanya wrote a reply:


Knootian forces are readying now to respond to the incursion. I would propose we discuss trategy over a more secure channel. As soon as we can get (m)IRC encryption protocols online we will contact you.

As our armies motto is: To hold and maintain!
Je Maintiendrai!

Thelas responce to Der Angst (nice name, the anguish :D ) "we will ecsept your offer, on the condition that Pro-Tator (Thelas, TST, Nod) peace keepers and anti-Tator (Endless Island and allies) forces are kept in equal, TBD, forces. We will have to talk to allies before we acsept anything."

(OOC: you do realise that Dominion "peacekeeping" forces will be completely unacceptable for the Knootan......... *stops*
*feels what checkaslowakia felt*

*feels what checkaslowakia felt*

*doesn`t even bother to backcheck with Knootoss when starting negotiations*

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Message to Thelas

Well, first of all, we need an ceasefire, then we can talk. I`m sure you agree on that with us.

---

Sabine and Xavier hadn`t much time to chill, the first thing they realised when stepping out of the gunship was gunfire...
"Thats TST and Thelas forces, damnit!"
Xavier jumped behind a nearby car, god knew why it stand there, grabbing Sabine, taking her with him... the very moment he was behind the car, he begun firing with his 20mm assault rifle... tungsten- core flechettes made their way through the battlefield, not only his... his comrades fired as well... he saw some of them lying on the ground... one lost both legs, still firing, another, Manfred... he saw him shouting orders, until his head suddenly exploded...
"Hey, Sabine.. what a mess... but lets kick their asses!"
No answer. He didn`t realise it immediatly, but after a minute or so, he realised it. He looked aside, and saw her, or better, what remained of her... a dead corpse, without head... she must have been hit the very moment they left the dropship...
He didn`t drop a tear, his mechanical body couldn`t do that, but within, in his thoughs... he cried.
Until the moment the commander finally activated COSMOS... his individuality wnet away, and he became a warmachine...

(ooc: see above: two divisions infantry and one tank division were scattered over the coastline, so a small part of this forces hit directly into the battlefield at the beach where Thelas and TST landed... at least i think they did o.O, well, Knootoss thinks the same °°) considering there are 20000 men and 400 tanks at the coast, i assume ~ 2000 men and 40 tanks are where Thelas and TST are)

The announcement was made yesterday, Valinon has withdrawn from the Melkor Coalition. Now after nearly three days under full power the massive fleet originally tasked to go to Melkor waters has reached Knootoss territorial waters. The HMS Bartholomew, a Megladon-class carrier, sits at the center of a formation including three other Megladons, three battlecruisers, a pair of escort carriers, and a host of support and flank ships.
Lord Reynard Adonis stands on the bridge of the Bartholomew, "Deploy all our troops at once. Tell General Grodin he is to be ready to support all our positions as well as those of the Knootoss military and police. Finally, I want all of our remaining Needle fighters and jet coptors up. Now give me an open comm channel."
"Yes, My Lord."
"All forces in Knootos aerospace, this is Lord Reynard Adonis of the Empire of Valinon. Knootoss is now declared and Aero Quarantine Zone. Forces of Knootoss and of the peacekeeping coalition shall be allowed to remain in operation. However, all aerocraft not part of these two said organizations must identify themselves immediately and state their purpose in Knootoss aerospace. Unless you are here to evacuatee diplomatic personnel, or humanitarian missions, you will be requested to turn around. We will enforce this by any means necessary."
Adonis turns shutting of the comm, "All squadrons up now, I want full blanket coverage of Knootoss aerospace. Send our jet coptor gunships to support our ground forces. Finally, I want General Grodin and his to battlegroups of Sardaukar deployed now!"

******

A swarm of Needle-class modular aerospace fighters fly forth from the five Megladon-class carriers. The HMS Bartholomew, the HMS Vincent Sterling, the HMS Oceania, the HMS Dominion, and the HMS Lillet Maria. Jet coptor flights lift off from the smalle escort carriers, and troop transport coptors begin to take off from the transport ships.

OOC: A battlegroup is a composite group of infantry, tanks, light armour, and some artillery.

OOC: just an in-between for the corporate types out there…*glances at Angsty*
Amsterdam, Stock Exchange

The television were on blaring, pouring their spill of news out over the crowd of traders. The black suits had been watching intently, until the bleeding dead body was displayed on KNN. Then they came into action. Typing, their fingers almost flying over their keyboards frantically.

A selling frenzy ensued Pink Bunny Cola Inc shares down 28 percent in a manner of minutes.

The television continued: “…And in other news, new developments in parliament as unknown terrorists appear to have taken the entire parliament and government hostage….”

Others leaped forward to the boards whose numbers flipped over to a dark red colour. “SELL! SELL! DAMNIT!”

Then the dropships came. A mounted camera displayed the fearsome vehicles drop out of the sky on the centre of government. …”fighting has begun between government forces and the unknown invaders. So far the military has been completely unable to stop them.”
(images of wrecked Knootian tanks and dead bodies displayed)

CAESAR conglomerate shares down 58 percent and falling…

“… news just in, the unknown attackers have been identified as Dominion forces. It appears that this is just the start of a full scale invasion of the Republic. The prime minister and others are still being held hostage. Now on to the live news on the site of parliament
(hordes of Tator-loyal brownshirts can be seen storming parliament and completely overrunning police forces, despite valiant efforts.)

The whole AEX down 37 percent in ten minutes.

A bell rang. Trading in Amsterdam, and in all Knootian shares was stopped indefinitely.

'Steel Tzar’ Aircraft Carriers: 2
‘Albatross’ ASW Battle Carriers: 7
‘Sevastopol’ Battle Cruisers: 20
‘Stalingrad’ Cruisers: 80
‘Sphinx’ Destroyers: 100
‘Komsomolets Ukrainey’ Destroyers: 70
‘Principality’ AA Frigates : 50
‘Comrade’ ASW Frigates: 80
‘Skua’ Electronic Warfare Corvettes: 10
‘Muttonbird’ Fleet ECM Corvettes: 10
‘Lenin’ Torpedo Patrol Boats: 50
‘Victory’ Missile Patrol Boats: 150
MiG-29SMTK: 70
Su-25UTG: 70
Ka 27-PL Naval Helicopters (ASW): 94
Ka 27-PS Naval Helicopters (Multi-Role) : 42
Ka 25 Naval Helicopters : 28
OOC: I suppose this is nearly your entire navy (except for carriers, maybe). Otherwise would be... highly unrealistic. Anyway...

IC:
---Admiral ship, in the Knootian waters

The Admiral received yet another message from the SATO Satellite Control Center. Good news : a massive Valinon fleet was arriving.
The Admiral radioed his Valinon counterpart:
This is Admiral Pritchard, Commonwealth Navy, under SATO and Knootian mandate. Welcome on the theatre.
We are planning a massive air attack against the Dyelli Beybian fleet in a few hours. We would like your support. More SATO nations will participate, including Der Angst, as well as Knootian coastal defenses. Such an attack should substantially reduce, or maybe neutralize, the Dyelli Beybian as they are very weak on air power and such a big navy is very vulnerable to massive attacks.

---A Palace hotel in Nea City, Endless Islands

... After many discussions, the decision was taken. With the financial crisis in Knootoss, they had to be quick to profit from the situation.

The government representative looked at the two businessmen. He said: "We are playing big billions here. I hope you are sure of what you are doing."
The 2 businessmen first looked at each other then at the government guy interrogatively. They were among the best financial experts in the World. 1 of them was Endlessian, and the other Angstian. Probably the government guy was joking, they both decided. They nodded at the man, and sent the order. Electronic signature was added.

The second it was confirmed, 700 billions of Menelmacari were ready to change hands. Mostly through banks and private shareholders since the markets were closed. And more credits were remaining, for further operations.
The biggest Knootian corporations prices would litterally jump when the market would reopen. Very good investments.

A few minutes later, PBC, CAESAR, the remaning KNN, and many more started falling into the hands of the Knootian Holdings Consortium, Ltd. ...

The government guy sent a highly encrypted message to Althena. A single sentence : First part done, M€ 700bn, next part to follow when positions are stabilizied.

"Lee, they are breaking through - word is Valinon troops are coming up on their rear." Wilkins shouted over the comm-link. He grabbed a concussion grenade from his tac harness and threw it into the ground, followed by another and another, targetting different sections. 'No more for me.' he thought. He reloaded his P90, and instead of the soft steady pop the sound was like a ripping sheet as he unloaded the clip across the front line.

"Admiral..." "I heard em Lee. Everyone, up to the roof!" Vercetti led the way, pounding up the stairs with Admiral Washington and Lee at the rear. Washington had pulled Vercetti's 5-7 along with his clips. As they reached the top Vercetti stopped everyone, creating a pileup. "Stay here - wait until they land. No reason to be exposed on the roof." He looked around, listening for the whump of the helicopter rotors.

Meanwhile...
Anyone looking at Mars from Earth, or the space that line passed through, suddenly saw a lot of traffic.

Sunset Battle Groups began dropping out of warp, one and two at a time. Then a big cluster arrived right in the center, a full 20 SBG's. Carriers began launching fighters as the escorts spread out to protect them.

A general transmission to all ships in Earth orbit went out. "This is Admiral Jameson of the Sunset Defense Force. Any forces hostile to Knootoss are highly suggested to stand down and withdraw their forces. Any hostile act toward this fleet by any space force will result in the destruction of said space force."

Jameson ended the transmission and opened a secured channel to the other Admirals. "I want half the fighters to proceed to Knootoss airspace, and half to remain here. Standard evasion manuvers for the fleet. Lets get some ground support down to Knootoss." None of the Admirals had not been expecting these orders. Half the fighters spread out to form a constantly moving sphere around the fleet, while the other half formed into a giant wedge and started for Knootoss.

Behind the fighters the capital ships started launching assault shuttles, 2 per ship. They formed up behind the advancing fighters, keeping widely spaced to avoid radius weapons. Gunners kept watching the scanners, looking for any incoming weapons.

Behind them the fleet began to disappear - SBG's going to warp. Minutes later they returned, and more ships repeated the cycle. It was completely random, designed to throw off any attempts at group targetting. The rest of the fleet turned their sensors towards the flight path of the fighters. Every bit of material over 10kg was analyzed, looking for explosives or other traps.

OOC: While I dislike numbers, as that's not the point of the RP, I will detail them. 30 SBG's at 6 ships per SBG, 15 carriers at 100 fighters per carrier, and 2 assault shuttles per every capital ship. 15 Dreadnoughts, 15 Carriers, 150 Escorts, 750 fighters staying, 750 going, 360 assault shuttles (10 security officers each). It's a heck of a lot of firepower, but I also have 0 ground forces. Sunset's military force is the SDF.

OOC: Oh yes...

IC:
"Knootoss Space Command, this is Admiral Jameson. Any chance that someone friendly might be there to welcome our incoming forces?" Jameson was hopeing they caught the reference.

Thelas space forces noticed the battle fleet (how could you nt have!) and sent this message:

"Sunset forces, please seace your actions, Pro-Tator and Anti-Tator forces are in negotiation, please stand down"

OOC: Is it okay if I invite a space nation friend of mine, if Sunset (an nation of 1 bil!) is getting involved I want to be somewhat even in forces (ballance of power, neither side does anything crazy

The foreign Minister, Dame Hira Delanos, rushes through the Capitol area, muttering and reading from a crumpled diplomatic report.
She bursts into the Throne room, and finds the King at his desk, studying a suspiciously similar piece of paper.
"I'll assume you know the situation, sire. But the council want's to know what you will let us do to help."
King Trenas sighed. It just kept getting worse and worse...
"What can we do? We are even more helpless than normal. And I thought you were firmly against foreign intervention."
"That was with NATO. I didn't want to go to war just for the sake of it, but you forced us into it. And look where that leaves us."
"You were the one who got us into NATO, Minister. You didn't think that you could get away with ignoring them afterwards, did you? But what's done is done. Pulling out now is unthinkable, unless we get invaded ourselves."
"That, at least, is not likely to happen. But the matter at hand is Knootoss. Surely you realised how bad it was getting?"
"And your job is? I don't just automaticly know everything. The last I recall, I asked all Clangers to get out of Knootoss. But I never imagined it could grow to this."
"Well, it looks like they made it out all right. You've got the papers, you know our situation." She thought of the Kings 100 years of experience in the job, compared to her 2, "Probably much better than me. What can we do that doesn't amount to saying 'Sorry old friend, but we're useless'?"
"Nothing. Look at the military. I sent every single ready troop to the Dutch fleet. It looks like getting anyone else ready could take at least a Month."
"Sire, you would be amazed what we could scrounge up if we so wished. It would leave us utterly defenceless, but there are 200,000 troops who would set off tomorrow."
"And there's a 'but'..."
"Yep. We can't move them anywhere. Every single ship is in use."
"All of them! Nothing even left to comondeer? You know that everyone would agree."
"Sire, you had to fill the Royal Yaught with field surgons. Believe me, we have nothing left. And if we follow the most optimistic guesses, it'll take a Month to be able to move any significant force over there."
The King slumped into his throne. A bit of gold leaf peeled off the side.
"Cheer up sire. Party (http://www.nationstates.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=62803) tomorrow."

Official communication to the Anti-Tator forces,

Good Luck. We only wish that our best wishes weren't the only thing we could send you.
Clangerland Foreign Office.


(OOC - I haven't read much of the thread, but I assume this is a response that can fit any scenario)


(EDIT OOC - Probably best to disregard this. I'm not going to get rid of it, because it still happened. Later on I join in.)

Thelas space forces noticed the battle fleet (how could you nt have!) and sent this message:

"Sunset forces, please seace your actions, Pro-Tator and Anti-Tator forces are in negotiation, please stand down"

OOC: Is it okay if I invite a space nation friend of mine, if Sunset (an nation of 1 bil!) is getting involved I want to be somewhat even in forces (ballance of power, neither side does anything crazy

"The Republic is neither pro-Tator nor anti-Tator. The choice belongs to the goverment of Knootoss. The legal goverment of Knootoss has not informed us of any negotiations. Any side negotiations to 'divy up' Knootoss are... Ill concieved. We are here on the invitation of the legal goverment that is in place at this time. If a Knootossian goverment asks us to leave, we will do so. Until then, we will act under the direction of the Knootoss goverment."

OOC: As far as I am concerned there are three sides at work here - one to force a SATO friendly goverment into office, one to force a Dominion friendly goverment into office, and one to keep Knootoss under it's own control. We are working with the third side. I would not suggest bringing in a force to balance Sunset out - IMO Sunset is bringing the three sides into balance. Besides - this is a good RP so far. Bringing more parties in the middle of it will probably result in a flamefest or a massive ignore battle.

OOC - Probably best not letting anyone in, but if nobody minds me it would be nice if I was offered transports. I would try very hard not to spoil anything.
Anyway, I thought Knootoss under it's own control was a SATO friendly government anyway. Unless they secretly hated it and were trying to undermine the organisation from the inside.

OOC - Probably best not letting anyone in, but if nobody minds me it would be nice if I was offered transports. I would try very hard not to spoil anything.
Anyway, I thought Knootoss under it's own control was a SATO friendly government anyway. Unless they secretly hated it and were trying to undermine the organisation from the inside.

OOC: There is a difference between forcing a SATO friendly goverment, and SATO friendship through national desire. Same with the Dominion. A big difference. While the desires of SATO might be relatively benign, individuals within their goverments are still subject to fear, greed, envy, etc. An attempt to interfer with the free Choice of Knootoss is just as bad, no matter who it comes from.

The Republic's view is that any nation has the right to their own form of goverment. They can also do what they wish as far as law and goverment, except in very specfic circumstances like genocide.

OOC - Probably best not letting anyone in, but if nobody minds me it would be nice if I was offered transports. I would try very hard not to spoil anything.
Anyway, I thought Knootoss under it's own control was a SATO friendly government anyway. Unless they secretly hated it and were trying to undermine the organisation from the inside.

OOC: There is a difference between forcing a SATO friendly goverment, and SATO friendship through national desire. Same with the Dominion. A big difference. While the desires of SATO might be relatively benign, individuals within their goverments are still subject to fear, greed, envy, etc. An attempt to interfer with the free Choice of Knootoss is just as bad, no matter who it comes from.

The Republic's view is that any nation has the right to their own form of goverment. They can also do what they wish as far as law and goverment, except in very specfic circumstances like genocide.

You're right. I don't know why, but I assumed that they would take a similar government as previously if they became free. Silly assumption, really.

OOC: Don't make the assumption that we are going to fight SATO though. We are going to make the suggestion that Tator is replaced in a special election, then the goverment proceeds with the elected goverment. While spies and intelligence agencies may have tried to manipulate the election, both sides balanced each other out. Military action however is not balanced in any way - people will pay with their lives. And Knootoss will be caught in the middle.

OOC: Corrected in next post.

In orbit near Luna, Admiral of the Red Sir Quentin Forrest had been overseeing the preparations to remove the forces Valinon and New Ortaga had sent to deploy in the Melkor conflict. The massive space fleet hears the message from Admiral Jameson.
Forrest listens with interest when an aide approaches.
"Admiral, Lord Adonis is on the holocomm."
"Put it through," Forrest turns to face the rapidly forming Adonis.
"Lord Adonis," Forrest says.
"Admiral Forrest. I have a task for you."
"Oh?"
"The Melkor War is ended for Valinon and New Ortaga. The situation in Knootoss is now of utmost importance to His Majesty and to the Imperial Diet, to His Grace Archduke Corrin, and to the Ortagan Parliament. We cannot allow the Dominion to continue on its quest to surpress national sovereignty. As of two hours ago, and with the power invest in me by His Majesty via General Order 367A and His Grace Archduke Corrin via General order 437A, you are hereby ordered to make contact with the Sunset fleet and tell them you are operating with the peacekeeping forces. Once you have established contact, achieve a stable orbit and begin orbital insertion of Field Marshal von Richter's and General Valgorba's men. Understood?"
"Yes, Lord Adonis."
"Good, get here fast, Quentin. Godspeed."
Forrest turns to his command staff, "Bring all ships to full power! Set us on a course to mid-Earth orbit. Get me a comm channel to Admiral Jameson."
"Yes, Admiral."
Forrest waits into his comm adjutant signals him, "Admiral Jameson, this is Admiral Quentin Forrest of His Majesty's Star Armada. The fleet under my command and the men in their holds are destined to assist Lord Adonis and his forces trying to preserve the civil order in Knootoss. We would like to work with you so that we can begin orbital insertion of our forces."
The drives on the massive Coalition fleet flare into life, the ships of Valinon and New Ortaga begin to move closer to Earth. Some bear the solemn lion of House Alderman, others the noble eagle of House Corrin.

Numbers:
Coalition Fleet:
Valinon
3 dreadnoughts: HMS Gustav Alderman, HMS Centaur, HMS Stormhawk
4 battlecruisers: HMS Alexander, HMS Agamemnon, HMS Titan, and the HMS Hermes
4 battleships: HMS Triton, HMS Legionnaire, HMS Victory, HMS Royal Oak
1 super carrier: HMS Ares’ Wraith
2 carriers: HMS Tribulation and HMS Judgment
8 heavy cruisers
8 light cruisers
10 destroyers
24 gunships

New Ortagan
2 dreadnoughts: NOS Commonwealth and NOS Protectorate
6 battleships: NOS Thor, NOS Celestial Warrior, NOS Defender, NOS Nemesis, NOS Lance, NOS Ignatius
2 carriers: NOS Armageddon and NOS Witness
8 heavy cruisers
10 light cruisers
10 destroyers
12 gunships


80,000 Sardaukar under Field Marshall von Ricther
45,000 Elite Guard under General Valgorba

Composite units of infantry, tanks, light armour, and artillery

Terrestrial forces:
Navy:
Megladon-class carriers: HMS Bartholomew, HMS Dominion, HMS Oceania, HMS Vincent Sterling, HMS Lillet Maria
Poseidon-class battlecruisers: HMS Armadgeddon, HMS Trafalgar, HMS Triumvirate
Hornet-class escort carriers: HMS Davidson, HMS Bushido
8 Agean-class long-range missile cruisers
8 Agean II-class secondary missile cruisers
8 Jacob-class frigates
8 Sea Hawk-class destroyers
12 Atlantian-class submarines

2 battlegroups, 1 additional light regiment

Lord Reynard Adonis, overall theater commander
Major Stuten, commander of light regiment MPs
Captain Daunt, field commander of Parliament building MPs

OOC: There is a difference between forcing a SATO friendly goverment, and SATO friendship through national desire. Same with the Dominion. A big difference. While the desires of SATO might be relatively benign, individuals within their goverments are still subject to fear, greed, envy, etc. An attempt to interfer with the free Choice of Knootoss is just as bad, no matter who it comes from.
OOC: Actually, SATO has no intention of forcing anyone in office. SATO forces (mine, DA's, etc) would not even have come (as stated IC in a speech above) if the Dominion had not been trying to invade. Again, SATO is DEFENDING Knootoss against an invasion, upon request of Knootoss (like you, Sunset) and as part of the SATO mutual defense pact. SATO intervention is purely a military question, that is, not a political one. The political plots behind all this are from individual nations. As a matter of fact, DA and I (both in SATO) would not have liked the same person in office.
So Sunset (and Valinon), consider SATO is on your side, defending Knootoss against the Dominion's invasion. [and if Knootoss could confirm this IC it would be great]

A black, unmarked helicopter made it's way across the North Sea in a straight line towards The Hague, to the parlementary building, trying to stay under Knootian/SATO radar.

***

A Brotherhood fleet has left from the Cairo harbour. 10 destroyers, 6 cruisers, 2 battleships and an aircraft carrier, as well as numerous troop transport ships made their way towards Knootoss.

OOC: Actually, SATO has no intention of forcing anyone in office. SATO forces (mine, DA's, etc) would not even have come (as stated IC in a speech above) if the Dominion had not been trying to invade. Again, SATO is DEFENDING Knootoss against an invasion, upon request of Knootoss (like you, Sunset) and as part of the SATO mutual defense pact. SATO intervention is purely a military question, that is, not a political one. The political plots behind all this are from individual nations. As a matter of fact, DA and I (both in SATO) would not have liked the same person in office.
So Sunset (and Valinon), consider SATO is on your side, defending Knootoss against the Dominion's invasion. [and if Knootoss could confirm this IC it would be great]

OOC: I quite understand that SATO is an organization of individual nations and I quite understand SATO is our ally in the military endeavor. Perhaps the better statement would be 'Good Intentions>Knootoss<Bad Intentions'. No matter how many good intentions you may have (speaking in a general term) they can have bad results, same with bad intentions. The intentions and actions of any outside party that take away the choice of the Knootoss people are ultimately bad - you are removing someone's free choice through your actions. The Republic simply seeks to insure that choice. Whether we succeed or fail... Well, we'll see. Enough of the Republics 'Moral' Position - let's do some RP.

IC:

Forrest waits into his comm adjutant signals him, "Admiral Jameson, this is Admiral Quentin Forrest of His Majesty's Star Armada. The fleet under my command and the men in their holds are destined to assist Lord Adonis and his forces trying to preserve the civil order in Knootoss. We would like to work with you so that we can begin orbital insertion of our forces."


"Admiral Forrest, let's get your men on the ground. The fighter's we have going in will clear a drop corridor for both our assault shuttles and your landing craft. My biggest worry is someone attempting to use air-burst nukes to take out large groups of shuttles or fighters. The fighters and shuttles have spaced themselves accordingly - we've also got sensors watching the flight path for anything unfriendly.

Initially I would suggest deploying your fighters high - They can provide cover for your landing ships. If your fighters are better low altitude fighters we can then have ours bump up while yours go down. You can then provide fast-mover cover for the assault shuttles and your own craft, while we work the air-superiority role."

Meanwhile the fighters were speeding towards Knootoss with the assault shuttles close behind. Closing being relative in space of course. In the shuttles security officers waited for the moment when the hatches would swing up and they would jump out into who knows what. Armor was checked, weapon power was checked and re-checked, and the men and women made their personal preparations to kill or be killed.

Semi-OOC: The third fleet has set sail. Not suspicious 'cos the second, fifth and sixth fleets are all in Arda, but it's really heading for international waters near Knootoss.

ooc: Sunset, Valinion, perhaps you haven`t read it above, but both sides, dominion as well as, well, SATO, try to keep massive spacebattle out of this to keep it more... conventional... so please, abstain from using huge spaceforces, except for transporting groundforces ;)

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IC:

Der Angst, Mönchengladbach, the associates

"And?"
"Looks like the dominion is willing to talk, although we still haven`t any confirmation the fighting has ended."
"Well... but ok, it`s all good... our main concern is this war ends. Leaves another problem... Dyelli Belli is not a dominion nation and, in fact, is operating in an inacceptable way."
"True... so, what to do with them? We know Knootoss found a way to talk to the dominion over some backdoors..."
"But they wont listen. Dyelli Belli doesn`t even know, damnit! It may provoke the dominion, but a third party in here is inacceptable."
"So...?"
"We got confirmation from Endless Islands and the Knootoss military we made contact with. We will strike."
Griffith grinned. "So we will."

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Der Angst, northern Air base, 'Kamtchatka'

"So, we are gonna doing it?"
"Yeah... man, finally. Our first 'hot' mission!"
"Hopefully not our last..."
"Oh, come on... they have two carriers there, their air resistance will be practically zero!"
"You are quite enthusiastic, Jack, aren`t you?"
They jumped into their bomber.
"Of course, hey, we arn`t at war any day."
"Well... not in active war you mean."
"You have a point... we are free to start!"
Michael started the engines, and slowly, they rolled over the runway, becoming faster... and faster... finally, they left the surface...
"What a view..."
"Yeah..."
They watched at the bombers around them... and at the fighters protecting them... it was a wonderful view.-.. the further they came, the more could be seen, joining them...

576 bombers, together with 576 fighters... every bomber equipped with four 500kg anti- ship missiles, semi- sentinent, searching for their aim independently... every fighter with 8 missiles, flying around the bombers, ready to attack every incoming fighter... the whole formation scattered over the sky, over several kilometers.

in 4 1/2 hours, they would be over Knootoss, would join with medium and light Knootian bombers and fighters, thusly doubling their numerical strengh...

half an hour later, 380 Endless Islands fighters and bombers would join them, thusly a complete airfleet of 1300 bombers and as many fighters would hit the Dyelli Belli fleet in 6 hours...

---

Meanwhile, the transporters and fighters arrived at Knootoss capital (ooc: i will never learn to spell it :/). It was a risk... what would the dominion say?

However, luckily, the int. airport seemed to be as inactive as possible, so they landed... 10000 men infantry, the knight of Enki, the knights of Paris and a few telepaths...

The telepaths, together with ~ 100 infanterists, immediatly made their way into the important buildings in the city, any governmental building that seemed to be of minimum importance...

The other infanterists secured the airport, and the knights of Enki and Paris took a bunch of busses and drove to the parliament.

---

While we are currently in negotiations regarding Knootoss, there is a danger. The danger is the fact that quite a large non- dominion force is about to arrive at Knootoss, we believe that they have their own aims, perhaps occupation, and we cannot allow this. We decided to use force to eliminate this danger, however, we hope that this step is not be seen as an aggression towards the dominion. We know that the arrival of considerably strong airforces looks suspicious to you, and we want to give you the guarantee that our airforce, after a short landing in Knootoss to refuel, will fly back home, not interfering anymore. WE want to give a further guarantee that we do not intend to reinforce our current forces in Knootoss, currently ~ 70000 men.

We also realised that a Nod- fleet is on it´s way to Knootoss, and we would like to give a guarantee that they will not be shot upon. They will be part of the peacekeeping force.

We hope that this is acceptable for you.

~ The associates

A command passed through Sarah and was relayed down to the CSemir-randilB (Commander Semir-randil Battlegroup). The command was a simple one:

Report to Knootoss. Provide naval cover for allied SATO forces. Engage and destroy any hostile targets. Air cover is not active. Passive defence only. Devastator class cruisers Arm of Victory and Hand of Fate are to report to the Battlegroup, and provide surface escort for the Semir-randil.

{Sarah segmented herself further, now being in six distinct parts. She insinuated herself into the systems of the Semir-randil, a small 'sigh' emanating from her 'lips'. An image of her new-found face blinked into being on the SIS on the Semir-randil; she nodded, confirming the order she had passed down moments ago.

Yet again...

...it had started-}

* * *

The Semir-randil Battlegroup set out for the edge of the Bay at some fourty knots, churning water behind it.

It was hardly a stealthy movement; but, considering the size of the wake of the Semir-randil - a Vanguard class air dominance cruiser - and her two accompanying Devastator class cruisers, it was terribly difficult to pin down exactly how many warships were moving out. The submarinal defence grid under the water was, of course, present - any military intelligence agency worth its salt would be able to tell you that EOTED naval Battlegroups always come with a large contingent of submarines - but it was not visible.

Thermal images would yield a confused morass of heat signatures, tightly packed together.

EM scans would reveal a massive EMS - all three surface ships, of course, are MI assisted, boosting their top speed marginally.

But numbers - precise numbers - would completely evade even the best satelite surveillance. The wakes are too confused; the thermal signals are too confused...

...but one thing remains sure.

EOTED forces are on their way; the command signal was not encrypted, and not even sent via a tightbeam laser.

It was clearly meant to be heard.

* * *

Minutes after the Battlegroup sets out, it is joined by a contingent of fifty K# fighter/bombers. They fly low, hugging the surface ships; and their gunports are closed, making it impossible to tell what ordinance load they carry.

Encrypted communication to SATO and friendly leaders involved -

As a SATO member nation, and a friend to Knootoss, we only wish we had been able to help sooner. As it stands, the Clangerland Expeditionary Force and accompanying 1st Fleet, have changed course and are headed for Knootoss waters. The projected arrival time is approximately 40 hours from now. The force in full consists of the CEF -
80,000 Medical staff (for use by any friendly nation we can get them to),
50,000 Eliete Infantry,

The 1st Fleet -
3 Nimitz class carriers, (the only ships not entirely modified for Clangers, because we couldn't get mini jet aircraft)
8 Gerans Class Cruisers (simply an average cruiser which has been remodeled to suit our height)
16 Dargom Class Frigates (ditto)

And the Carrier Group Kalonada which has just left port (not modified, mostly crewed by humans/elves) -
1 Nimitz class carrier
4 Arleigh Burke class destroyers
3 Arizona class battle ships
3 Oliver Hazard Perry class frigates
3 Virginia class submarines.

As the retroffited ship classes have had there insides gutted, they were much lighter in the water. This allowed us to add significant extra firepower. They may not look much, but it's the best we have to offer at the moment.

I would appreciate your input on where the forces are needed, and I look foward to working with you,

Admiral Kelam, taskforce Commander.

(OOC: working on the next post, will take the clangers into account. (Will have to change quote from your original transmission though.)

EDIT: this was Knootoss

Sabine and Xavier hadn`t much time to chill, the first thing they realised when stepping out of the gunship was gunfire...
"Thats TST and Thelas forces, damnit!"
Xavier jumped behind a nearby car, god knew why it stand there, grabbing Sabine, taking her with him... the very moment he was behind the car, he begun firing with his 20mm assault rifle... tungsten- core flechettes made their way through the battlefield, not only his... his comrades fired as well... he saw some of them lying on the ground... one lost both legs, still firing, another, Manfred... he saw him shouting orders, until his head suddenly exploded...
"Hey, Sabine.. what a mess... but lets kick their asses!"
No answer. He didn`t realise it immediatly, but after a minute or so, he realised it. He looked aside, and saw her, or better, what remained of her... a dead corpse, without head... she must have been hit the very moment they left the dropship...
He didn`t drop a tear, his mechanical body couldn`t do that, but within, in his thoughs... he cried.
Until the moment the commander finally activated COSMOS... his individuality wnet away, and he became a warmachine...

(ooc: see above: two divisions infantry and one tank division were scattered over the coastline, so a small part of this forces hit directly into the battlefield at the beach where Thelas and TST landed... at least i think they did o.O, well, Knootoss thinks the same °°) considering there are 20000 men and 400 tanks at the coast, i assume ~ 2000 men and 40 tanks are where Thelas and TST are)

Scheveningen beachhead, a restaurant on the Pier
Tom Gerald, restaurant owner had been at his business early that morning, cleaning up and preparing for the guests to arrive. Now he was hiding in the small kitchen in fear. First, the Dominion dropships had come falling out of the atmosphere, right next to the beachhead. Some time later, explosions could be heard. The rattling of guns had held on for just a minute, and when he peered outside the small window he gasped at what he saw. In a distance, black smoke was coming up from the city nearby. He put on the small radio “…this is a general call from Knootian military command to all citizens of the Republic. Stay inside, do not engage enemy forces. Wait calmly until this is over. Reinforcements are on the way, Knootoss will not fall. All military reserve units are ordered to report to their respective bases. I repeat do not panic….”

When The Angstian soldiers stormed the beach he could hear the battlecries, the gun fighting, the death screams. He sat down on the kitchen floor with his hands over his ears. Waiting until it was over.

Ministry of Defence, warroom.
General de Kaste was pacing around impatiently fore the next reports to come in. Casualties amongst the Knootian forces were mounting. His vidscreen filled with images of horror as a heavily bleeding officer came up, the image was distored and the background showed rubble in the streets: “Sir, we have just lost The Hague central station to the Dominion forces. We are pulling out of the area.” De Kaste nodded, and thought: “this is the only option, withdraw and fortify, withdraw and fortify.
“Move backward a few hundred metres, but remember that the Binnenhof must be secure until the parliament members can be evacuated.”
The bleeding officer wiped his forehead: “But… Sir we can’t. I think we should withdraw from the Hague entirely. Make our stand elsewhere.”
“NO! You will fight for every street. Reinforcements are on the way. When the Angstians get the beach we have them surrounded.”
The weary officer mumbled: “Yes Sir!” and he broke the vidlink.

A communications officer in the warroom now addressed the general. “Sir? Both Valinon and Sunset have sent out fighters who should be able to provide air cover. And a huge coalition fleet is on the move as well. Forces from the Empire of the Eternal Dawn are also en route.”
De Kaste barked hastily: “Tell the available airforce to join the Eurofighters and pound the Dominion troops in The Hague if they are still on the offensive.
“Sir? I think they indent to use the fighters to cover their own landing first. In case they are intercepted.”
“Very well then. Tell them they can land and refuel on Knootian bases as soon as they are done. But also tell them that they may need to move in against the Dyelli Byelli fleet as well, should the current multinational taskforce fail to accomplish its objective.” He rubbed his chin: “I have another plan that may avoid more bloodshed….. in the meantime, reports on enemy movements?”
“Dominion fleets are undeniably moving Sir, but its hard to tell where and when, and if they are heading for us. But I think…”
“It doesn’t matter what you think. It could be anything, that is what matters. We just have to prepare for the worst…”

The General paced around, the fate of the Democratic Republic was now in his hands, and it rested heavily upon him. His plan would countermand every Knootian policy thinkable, it would probably be directly against the wishes of the prime minister and the entire cabinet, would they have been available. “but they are not.“ He stepped to the middle of the room, where the light shone brightly upon him. He but up his shoulders as broad as he could to look even the slightest bit intimidating. Then he barked at the communications officer. “Everyone quiet now, I want you to open a secure channel. Destination continent, Arda, Angband. I wish to speak directly with the Dark Lord Morgoth.”…

OOC: secret, worked out on IRC…

Meanwhile, special assistant Tanya was busily and diligently handling all diplomatic communications, including those of Clangerland. She brought up the latest diplomatic transmission:
Encrypted communication to SATO and friendly leaders involved -

As a SATO member nation, and a friend to Knootoss, we only wish we had been able to help sooner. As it stands, the Clangerland Expeditionary Force and accompanying 1st Fleet, have changed course and are headed for Knootoss waters. The projected arrival time is approximately 40 hours from now. The force in full consists of –cut for length-

I would appreciate your input on where the forces are needed, and I look foward to working with you,

Admiral Kelam, taskforce Commander.
To the Clangerland government,

Your best wishes are received and appreciated by the Knootian people. Your valliant support of the Dutch forces in the combined taskforces is remembered, and we would not dare to ask the Clangers to make more sacrifices then they have already made. However at this time we cannot afford to be choosy. We recommend you deploy your fleet along the main coast and prevent further enemy incursions. Please coordinate with allied forces on this, the commchannels are enclosed in this message. Insert your medical teams and their guards in areas behind the frontline in The Hague, so that we can treat civilian and military casualties there. Your forces will me much needed to guard them. In the end we will prevail!

Je maintiendrai!
~Tanya, special assistant to general de Kaste
(currently handling dipmlomatic functions)

"Lee, they are breaking through - word is Valinon troops are coming up on their rear." Wilkins shouted over the comm-link. He grabbed a concussion grenade from his tac harness and threw it into the ground, followed by another and another, targetting different sections. 'No more for me.' he thought. He reloaded his P90, and instead of the soft steady pop the sound was like a ripping sheet as he unloaded the clip across the front line.

"Admiral..." "I heard em Lee. Everyone, up to the roof!" Vercetti led the way, pounding up the stairs with Admiral Washington and Lee at the rear. Washington had pulled Vercetti's 5-7 along with his clips. As they reached the top Vercetti stopped everyone, creating a pileup. "Stay here - wait until they land. No reason to be exposed on the roof." He looked around, listening for the whump of the helicopter rotors.

Parliament rooftop
The sound of helicopters approaching. Large transport helicopters arrived from the north, hovering over the parliament building with their blades roaring and forming a wild sweeping wind below it. “Area secure!” yelled one of the pilots. One by one the members of parliament and the guests were put into the transporters as quickly as possible.

(OOC; NOD? Are you going to intercept the transporters with your “black unmarked helicopter?” and also you are still taking the party leaders hostage down below, and I’d like it if you make the next post stating what you are doing with them, cuz Brownshirts may be storming in any time now)

OOC: Oh yes...
IC:
"Knootoss Space Command, this is Admiral Jameson. Any chance that someone friendly might be there to welcome our incoming forces?" Jameson was hopeing they caught the reference.
OOC: I really intend to keep my spacefleet out of this, this time. Doing that would be giving a bad example and I really want to avoid a big technology spacewanking discussion this time. I only use space if everybody else does. ;)
OOC: Is it okay if I invite a space nation friend of mine, if Sunset (an nation of 1 bil!) is getting involved I want to be somewhat even in forces (ballance of power, neither side does anything crazy
OOC: No, please do not for reasons above stated. :P


Der Angst, northern Air base, 'Kamtchatka'

"So, we are gonna doing it?"
"Yeah... man, finally. Our first 'hot' mission!"
"Hopefully not our last..."
"Oh, come on... they have two carriers there, their air resistance will be practically zero!"
"You are quite enthusiastic, Jack, aren`t you?"
They jumped into their bomber.
"Of course, hey, we arn`t at war any day."
"Well... not in active war you mean."
"You have a point... we are free to start!"
Michael started the engines, and slowly, they rolled over the runway, becoming faster... and faster... finally, they left the surface...
"What a view..."
"Yeah..."
They watched at the bombers around them... and at the fighters protecting them... it was a wonderful view.-.. the further they came, the more could be seen, joining them...

576 bombers, together with 576 fighters... every bomber equipped with four 500kg anti- ship missiles, semi- sentinent, searching for their aim independently... every fighter with 8 missiles, flying around the bombers, ready to attack every incoming fighter... the whole formation scattered over the sky, over several kilometers.

in 4 1/2 hours, they would be over Knootoss, would join with medium and light Knootian bombers and fighters, thusly doubling their numerical strengh...

half an hour later, 380 Endless Islands fighters and bombers would join them, thusly a complete airfleet of 1300 bombers and as many fighters would hit the Dyelli Belli fleet in 6 hours...
The remaining fighters and the small contingent of bombers the Republic possessed took off from Knootian airfields, their engines thrusting the jets forward through the skies.

(OOC: this was a prearranged attack, and I think its now Dyelli Beybi’s time to respond. :P)


Meanwhile, the transporters and fighters arrived at Knootoss capital (ooc: i will never learn to spell it :/). It was a risk... what would the dominion say?

However, luckily, the int. airport seemed to be as inactive as possible, so they landed... 10000 men infantry, the knight of Enki, the knights of Paris and a few telepaths...

The telepaths, together with ~ 100 infanterists, immediatly made their way into the important buildings in the city, any governmental building that seemed to be of minimum importance...

The other infanterists secured the airport, and the knights of Enki and Paris took a bunch of busses and drove to the parliament.
OOC:
Capital = Knootcap
Capitol = The Binnenhof, in The Hague, which is the centre of government and a city within Knootcap. Knootcap is a network city. I already posted this picture on the Dominion board but now everyone can see it:
http://www.aone.nl/randstad.gif

OOC: I'm just using the SDF to land troops and move in air support. Gotta move it in somehow... And with that...

IC:
The assault shuttles pounded through the atmosphere building heat like a brand in the forge. When they reached 2km up they pulled out of the dive like an angry swarm. The hulls cooled and pinged, then the landing door's swung up, door guns moving into position automatically as they did so. Security officers at the trigger they moved lower and began to head in two directions, in toward the Hague and out toward the fighting. The fighters peeled off into wings and headed outward as well, leaving a contingent to wait for the word from Valinon.

OOC: My fleet is only here because of the Melkor War. I am using them purely as troop deployment platforms, they cannot engage in ground combat at all. Only fighters and gunships can even enter the atmosphere.

Admiral Forrest watches as the last of the fleet enter a stable orbital path. He turns to his staff.
"Status of the Sardaukar and Enforcers?"
"Field Marshall von Ricther and General Volgarbo are ready to deploy, Admiral."
"Have our carriers and the HMS Ares' Wraith deploy escorting fighters squadrons, I want Longshard interceptors and Javelin medium bombers with the pods all the way in. Send three flights of gunships to escort them in as well."
"Yes, Admiral," minutes later swarms of fighters begin to leave the hangers of the fleets four carriers and one super-carrier.
"Transports and tenders to positions."
"Transports in position in five seconds," Forrest watches the tactical holo as the massive transport ships begin to mobilize. Their sides are filled with the smooth, armoured, and strong orbital drop insertion pods. Each carrying at least 1,000 men and equipment in their holds. Plus Heavy Reentry Lifters (HRLs) to put the men back into orbit.
Admiral Forrest waits into all the transports signal green, "Begin orbital insertion Beta-0-3-99 now."
The transports seem to explode, their numerous pods flying toward the Earth and Knootoss. The fighters flare to life streaming in to defend the pods.

******

From the bridge of the HMS Bartholomew, Lord Adonis watches the display. It is like the meteor showers, only carrying deadlier cargo. In those pods are some of the best units in the armies of Valinon and New Ortaga. The Dom Trompen, the Emperor's Fighting First, the Hell Cats, the Elite Guard, Atlas Wing, the Emperor's Fist, and the Archduke's Sword.
"And so it begins," he whispers. "Prepare a Needle interceptor, I will depart shortly to personally lead the ground forces."
"Yes, My Lord."

Lee was at the bottom of the stairs when Wilkins and his squad along with Knootoss security forces came running around the corner. "Brownshirts on the way!" Wilkins said as he pulled up. "Choppers are on the roof - it's going to take a while to get loaded. Jameson showed up though - we have assault shuttles and fighters incoming." Washington said. He was monitoring communications - the 53rd had not moved, they were acting as a communications and information center. "20 minutes until the first elements get here."

"We can hold them here - the stairwell is a deathtrap." Wilkins said as his squad moved into position. "Worse comes to worse, we blow the lower sections." 'Only 50 rounds left, better make em count.' he thought as he checked the fill on the magazine. Half the squad had taken injuries as well - nothing life threatening, but one was shooting off-hand and the other was half-blinded by a rock that had grazed his scalp. "Ready?" Wilkins threw his last flashbang down the stairs, bouncing it around the corner.

Suddenly comes a tremendous roar, three Valinon jet coptors burst over the top of the building. They are marked with the lion crest of House Alderman, and the insignia of the Foreign Ministry. Twenty-four men dressed in the grey and black fatigues of Emergency Reponse Teams (ERTs) descend from thin lines of artificially made steel-spider silk. They race down using armoured gloves specially designed for the ERTs.
Lieutenant Jorgman steps out, listening to Lady Rolt on his comm link.
"Find Lady Hanse and Captain Vanderbult, and secure Mr. Vogels, Lieutenant. Those are your primary objectives. You are also to secure foreign delegates and Knootoss MPs."
"Yes, My Lady," Jorgman motions to his teams to move toward the step access door. They leap frog to it, and then two flank it, one knocks the door down with a well-placed butt from his neo-titanium Impaler rifle. Jorgman motions more pairs of his men forward.
"Link up with anyone protecting the MPs. Find Lady Hanse, Captain Vanderbult, and former Prime Minister Vogels," he says on his personal squad comm.
Jorgman watches as six other jet coptors surround the Parliament building. Lady Rolt is furious at these neo-Nazis. She has sent in the ERTs, by no means known for their actions in using non-lethal force. The other teams rapidly descending to support Captain Daunt and his forces are well-trained killers in the service of His Majesty.

******

Finally near the massive doors into the buildings main chamber, the three squadrons of men sent in by Captain Daunt move toward the door. With a signal from a squad commander, they move in, ready to take down the door and secure the MPs, delegates, and critical civilians.

Eru watches with interest.

OOC: Some could take this with interest, you are Valinor and I am Valinon. Valinon is "victory" in a Elvish sub-language from Tolkien's notes. God, I am bored....*walks off to beat himself wit 2 by 4*

Staten Island Naval Station

The two Nimitz class Carriers Midway and Leyte Gulf left their homeports in the cover of darkness. Escorted by their respective battlegroups, the group of 22 surface ships(various),6 attack submarines(Seawolves), and 6 misc supply vessels was to head toward the coast of Knootoss. No offical statement had been released by President de los Santos over the deployment orders, however the NYNJ Senate had greenlighted the Presidents decision to move the military to alert status.

Behind the Midway and Leyte Gulf Battlegroups, the Coral Sea, and Bellau Wood would depart within a matter of days moving up the number of NYNJ warships up to 44 vessels 4 of those being Nimitz class Carriers. The Marines stationed at the nearby Brooklyn Marine Base had been given orders to prepare to depart with their amphibious group at a moments notice however no word was when that moment would be. If it was near or far was anyones guess. No one was completely certain what the hell was going on in Knootoss right now.

High Orbit over New York and New Jersey

The John F Kennedy class Space Carriers Yorktown and Valley Forge sat in orbit along side their sister Carriers the Roosevelt and Washington awaiting orders. With the Kennedy and Powell still out on manuvers on the fringe of the system Main Naval Command was uncertain of whether to deploy any of the new Carriers over the nation. Many felt that the FRSN wasnt large enough to handle a crisis at the moment and others felt that their rapid ability to get 2,000+ marines and 600+ army to a battlezone gave them a unique war fighting ability. With so few escorting vessels though in the navy the debate would continue on for several days before any choices would be made.

New York City, Nations Capital, Federal Republic NYNJ
President de los Santos and Secretary of War Joseph Stephan discussing the current situation.

"Mr President, we are sending 44 warships to the coast of Knootoss and we arent even sure who the hell it is we are supporting. We dont have all the facts yet, all we know is that they have some problems to deal with."

"Knootoss is in SATO, we are in SATO, we recommended awhile ago that Knootoss join SATO, it is our duty to protect them as an ally of theirs. We shall not sit by and watch as foreign aggressors land within our allies country. "

"Mr President, we dont know which side anyone is on."

"Fine, let me make it easier for you until the OSS can sort this stuff out. If they arent SATO, they shouldnt be there, and thusly they should be shot at. Now I want as many troops to be prepared for deployment as possible, and whats the status of our space assests?"

"Main Naval Command is unsure of whether to deploy any of the Kennedy class. They are also unsure of our objectives in the Knootoss region."

"To hell with what they think. I want the Kennedy and Powell to burn full steam back to Earth, and then I want the Valley Forge and Yorktown over Knootoss. I want Hammerheads holding the advantage in the air and space over Knootoss, and I want it done yesterday."

"Yes Mr President, right away."

Suddenly comes a tremendous roar, three Valinon jet coptors burst over the top of the building. They are marked with the lion crest of House Alderman, and the insignia of the Foreign Ministry. Twenty-four men dressed in the grey and black fatigues of Emergency Reponse Teams (ERTs) descend from thin lines of artificially made steel-spider silk. They race down using armoured gloves specially designed for the ERTs.
Lieutenant Jorgman steps out, listening to Lady Rolt on his comm link.
"Find Lady Hanse and Captain Vanderbult, and secure Mr. Vogels, Lieutenant. Those are your primary objectives. You are also to secure foreign delegates and Knootoss MPs."
"Yes, My Lady," Jorgman motions to his teams to move toward the step access door. They leap frog to it, and then two flank it, one knocks the door down with a well-placed butt from his neo-titanium Impaler rifle. Jorgman motions more pairs of his men forward.
"Link up with anyone protecting the MPs. Find Lady Hanse, Captain Vanderbult, and former Prime Minister Vogels," he says on his personal squad comm.
Jorgman watches as six other jet coptors surround the Parliament building. Lady Rolt is furious at these neo-Nazis. She has sent in the ERTs, by no means known for their actions in using non-lethal force. The other teams rapidly descending to support Captain Daunt and his forces are well-trained killers in the service of His Majesty.

******

Finally near the massive doors into the buildings main chamber, the three squadrons of men sent in by Captain Daunt move toward the door. With a signal from a squad commander, they move in, ready to take down the door and secure the MPs, delegates, and critical civilians.

Considering they are huddled inside the stairwell, with two Knootoss transport copters on the roof, I think you found em...

Vercetti watches the copters hover and drop their troops. "Admiral - Valinon troops just put down. Looks like the roof is well and covered. I can also see SDF fighters - looks like they are heading towards the outskirts of the city." "Excellent. Let's see if we can get ahold of them." Washington fiddles with the transmitter for a moment before hitting the right frequency. "Valinon command, this is Admiral Washington, SDF. We have most of the MP's and observers in the northwest stairwell."

"The heads of the party's are being held in the main chamber - 5 gunmen, armed with handguns. The Brownshirts are storming the building though - no word on the chamber since we were cut off from it 10 minutes ago. Transmitting last images of hostages and terrorists now..."

Washington sent over the video and sound from the fibre they had run under the door earlier. It might be useful - might not. More information is always good though.

In the skies above Knootoss...

"CentCom - we have ID'd 10 TST dropships moving on the city. Orders?"
"Engage. Pulling target coordinates... Target assignments should be coming in now." The closest fighter wings to the dropships were routed new orders - destroy the dropships. Ten wings of 5 raced towards the dropships and locked optical targetting onto them. Each fighter then dropped two Hunter ASM's and pulled away. The missiles accelerated, swooped up, then directly down towards the dropship's top."

OOC: TST, I'll rewind the firing if circumstances prove different, text added for flavor.

"Fuck, get OUT OF MY WAY!" The driver sweared loudly. The streets were full, and the two busses the Knights of Paris and the Knights of Enki used weren`t any faster as if they would try to get to the parliament with their bare foots...
"Bastards..."
"Calm down... they live here, don`t forget that..."
"HEY! IDIOT! GO ON! IT WONT GET ANY GREENER!"
"Ummm... Manfred..."
"Shut yor mouth... one more word and..."
"Ummm... yeah... see ya later..."
"AND SOMEONE FIRE GRENADES AT THIS FUCKING CARS!!!"

---

ooc: i need explicit data where the different party headquarters, and the residents of the party leaders are, to proceed with the other part...

A command passed through Sarah and was relayed down to the CSemir-randilB (Commander Semir-randil Battlegroup). The command was a simple one:

Report to Knootoss. Provide naval cover for allied SATO forces. Engage and destroy any hostile targets. Air cover is not active. Passive defence only. Devastator class cruisers Arm of Victory and Hand of Fate are to report to the Battlegroup, and provide surface escort for the Semir-randil.

{Sarah segmented herself further, now being in six distinct parts. She insinuated herself into the systems of the Semir-randil, a small 'sigh' emanating from her 'lips'. An image of her new-found face blinked into being on the SIS on the Semir-randil; she nodded, confirming the order she had passed down moments ago.

Yet again...

...it had started-}

* * *

The Semir-randil Battlegroup set out for the edge of the Bay at some fourty knots, churning water behind it.

It was hardly a stealthy movement; but, considering the size of the wake of the Semir-randil - a Vanguard class air dominance cruiser - and her two accompanying Devastator class cruisers, it was terribly difficult to pin down exactly how many warships were moving out. The submarinal defence grid under the water was, of course, present - any military intelligence agency worth its salt would be able to tell you that EOTED naval Battlegroups always come with a large contingent of submarines - but it was not visible.

Thermal images would yield a confused morass of heat signatures, tightly packed together.

EM scans would reveal a massive EMS - all three surface ships, of course, are MI assisted, boosting their top speed marginally.

But numbers - precise numbers - would completely evade even the best satelite surveillance. The wakes are too confused; the thermal signals are too confused...

...but one thing remains sure.

EOTED forces are on their way; the command signal was not encrypted, and not even sent via a tightbeam laser.

It was clearly meant to be heard.

* * *

Minutes after the Battlegroup sets out, it is joined by a contingent of fifty K# fighter/bombers. They fly low, hugging the surface ships; and their gunports are closed, making it impossible to tell what ordinance load they carry.

In a space station, deep in the Asteroid belt, two Grand Admirals were looking over intel reports

"What the F----, EOTED is getting involved!"
"What did you just say?!"
"I said what you head Johnathan, EOTED is sending forces, K#s from the looks of it"
"Order the fleet, deploy nova class Air Supiriority Fighter"

At the Thelas fleet steaming to the area, the decks came alive with action, Nova fighters, looking a lot like the Djins for all intenssive purposes, launched, what was difirent about these fighters was the technology, Fusion Torches, instead of jets, energy cannons instead of machine-guns low-yeild plasma warheads instead of missiles, these were the best in the Thelas fleet

The Clangerland 1st Fleet nears Knootian waters, on high alert in case anyone had already taken position. The Admiral was aware that the Knootian fleet was not far behind his ships, but wouldn't take any chances. There were plenty of tentative reports of fleets setting sail, and nobody wanted to sail into them.

'Time to let them know we're here, I suppose'

Encrypted message to allied forces -

The Clangerland 1st Fleet awaits advice and orders from forces present in Knootoss as to where we would best be positioned. Any information you can supply regarding safe ports on the Southernmost coast would be welcome.

Admiral Kelam, taskforce commander, temporary Clangerland representative to SATO.


As night falls, 4 small landing craft depart from the taskforce, accompanied overhead by 6 fighters. Their aim is the nearest apparantly safe landing site. The jets scream through the air over the coast (Close to Middlharnis on the map provided) reporting no signs of activity.
The troops, numbering 100, near the shore quickly, their task to scout out clear routes to where a force was needed. And if possible to gather information from Clangers last reported resident in the area.
(OOC - I'm assuming you have some.)

Here are the stats on ONE carrier fleet:

1 Ultra Massive Battle Ship
2 Noldor class Super Aircraft Carrier
4 Shaldor Battle Cruisiers
8 Galanir Ant-Capital Ship Long Range Torpedo Frigates
16 Nakir AEGIS Cruisiers
20 Salor Destroyers
6 Nabrin Anti-Air/Anti-Missile Cruisiers
6 Shelith ASW Frigates
6 Shath Attack Subs
3 Morchant Stealth Subs

OOC: Sunset, there are 19 dropships and 30 Phoenixes guarding them, but if that doesn't change your attack then...
IC:
Aboard Phoenix-1
"Incoming missiles. They're targetting the dropships. The enemy fighter craft are moving out of range."
"Leave them, we've got to protect the dropships. Activate the PDLs, and launch defensive missiles."

The Phoenixes weaved in and out of the dropships, targetting the Hunters. Many of the missiles were destroyed by the Phoenixes lasers, and several more were destroyed by the defensive missiles from the Phoenixes. But still some missiles got through. 53 slammed into various dropships, pounding the rear armour. 4 drophips were destroyed by the attack.
The rest continued on towards the ground, thundering towards the ground before slowing and touching down fairly gently. The four destroyed dropships thundered on in a similar manner, but without anything to slow them down the continued on, slamming into the ground with the force of a small nuke. The other dropships were buffeted by the shockwaves, but were not badly damaged, having slowed to avoid the worst of it. Upon landing they continued on a similar course as the previous one, heading towards the Hague.
OOC: As stated earlier, they have very heavy armour, so an average of 2.7 missiles each doesn't do a tonne of damage. Also I reduced it a bit 'cos of the size (they carry forty troops, they're not exactly small things) and power of an unstopped dropship hitting the ground...

OOC: Eh, not really. Technically Hunter's are Anti-Starship Missiles, but I don't think we need to throw around even fractional kiloton yields.

IC:
In the CentCom aboard the 53rd. "4 down - looks like all are damaged." "Order direct engagement." the Admiral in charge said, looking over the tactical officer's shoulder. "And their air cover?" "Include them in the direct engagement order."

Below the fighters recieved their order and turned back towards the dropships. Direct engagement allowed the pilots to attack however they saw fit. Most simply locked their two remaining missiles onto one fighter and one dropship and fired, punching it to reach the targets just after the missiles hit. Others that were higher decided to forgo the missiles and began firing their forward arrays. Bright phaser fire began to light up the Knootoss sky as the fighters poured energy into the dropships.

The Thelas fleet finally arived off of the coast, directly West of Zanivoort, aboard were over 500,000 THelas marines, countless tanks, fighter, bombers, and artillery, tthey were readying for an invasion (Knootoss, what are you defences like, an what about my missile attack? See Here:

200 Twilight II Stealth Bombers were being sent, loaded with cruise missiles (4 on each, that is 800 warheads if you want to know) their targets were Rebel (non-Tator loalists) millitary instilations, 400 weapons that, and any millitary defences on strech of beach near Das Hague (directly West), 400 to purpos.) In the mean time, Thelas Nova fighters, launched from the carriers were speeding twoadrs the battle with the dropships, Stats on Nova:

Automated fighter, faster reflex time than a human pilot, able to pull up to 20Gs
max speed: Mach 9.67
Payload: The fighter can carry 8 missiles in pods recesed into the plane
Armarment: 4 PPC cannons, 3 phaser emiters, 2 Rapid fire Plamsa cannons (note: for Total Anhilation players, the Plasma Cannons are like a high powerd version of what the Peweey (Arms main trooper) carries)
Also, due to unike shape, fighter has a very low radar sig (especialy bacause the missiles are built into the plane (some what like to torpedo doors on a submaine)

OOC: Well, considering there are two friendly fleets, maybe three, floating off his coast I would say his defenses are pretty good. How many of the Nova's are there?

about seventy, they are launched from the battlefleet sitting off the coast at Das Hague (directly West) I would think that the cruise missile strike would have soffend up the defences

Two MISATmk2's and one MISATmk3 arrive in low orbit above Knootoss. The pre-existing regional MISAT reverses position, facing out into space instead of monitoring the ground situation. A flurry of communication ensues; it is highly encrypted, and even if decrypted, is encoded in a highly complex mixture of trinary and Nenyan script. It is highly unlikely that it would be decoded; the encoding is done on-the-fly by Sarah, and thus there are no set decoding cyphers in existance. In any case, the communications are entirely logistical.

The communications cease within four seconds.

A microwave transmission flits throughout the MISAT network, switching frequency all the way and finally touching down at a Nenya transceiver station as a tightbeam laser transmission. This, too, is encoded and encrypted.

* * *

IDF High Command, location unknown

IDF High Command is a vast building - yet nobody outside the Empire of The Eternal Dawn knows quite where it is. A few intelligence groups have no doubt determined that it is, naturally, in the Imperial Capital - Nenya - but data is scarce on most internal workings of the IDF. Tight security and national paranoia coupled with intense patriotism is a potent mix.

Indeed, only a few inside the IDF know where the damned place is - and that's excluding those who live on-site, and are never allowed to leave the vast complex that is, in fact, an underground Citadel.

A vast array of consoles dominates the CC room - Central Command.

The walkways between the consoles are small, compact, and slightly claustraphobic; walls seperate each segment of the room, but many are transparent, allowing for visual access between departments. Each console is shielded from view by the walls, however, with VLS devices inserted into the walls at strategic points. A VLS is a 'Visible Light Scrambler' - and isn't found anywhere outside the High Command. The room is largely silent; there are no beeps, and people tend to speak in hushed whispers. The personnel tend to refer to this phenomena as 'library syndrome' - the wit who came up with the reference has never admitted to devising the term, however. So shooting them for being a twit is out of the question, unfortunatley.

"Sir," an officer crisply stated, barely above a whisper, handing over a flexisheet to Lord Commodore Ax-randiri Rihad, Acting CINCIDF.

"Mmm," the Lord Commodore responded, before waving a hand.

He turned smartly on his heel and marched into the OCO, a large conference room just up a flight of stairs from the vast central nexus of IDF High Command.

An irising door opened smoothly, revealing a large, sprawling room with vast screens adorning otherwise matte black walls.

A table dominates; around the table are seated various brass. The seat at the head of the table is vacant - but the plaque on the table indicates a name in bold Nenyan characters:

High Lord Commodore Semir-randil, CINCOCO; CINCAIR; CINCN; CINCSN

To the right and left are seated the two divisional chiefs of the IDF GF and IDFI respectivley; just down from them are the NIUA chiefs. Further along are lower ranking IDF N, IDF GF, IDF AF, and IDF SN officers - none of them are lowly in rank.

"Gentleman, ladies," Lord Commodore Ax-randiri Rihad states quietly - whisper syndrome apparently extends beyond the CC chamber.

Heads look up. "General Candiri - get your people ready. The Fifth Armoured Division needs to be ready to deploy inside two hours. We do not have a go-code; the High Lady is in contact with SATO as we speak. We may not need you, General, but we have to be certain. And prepared. - General Asmat - we won't be needing orbital support, but have the White Warrior ready to launch X#s to support our orbital intelligence assets just in case. DC Riyat... I'll speak with you in private."

With that... the Lord Commodore marches back out.

The room promptly empties.

* * *

At IDF GF Turath Secondary Field Base, dropships begin landing and loadouts are hauled into them. The larger variety dropships arrive somewhat later; tanks are rapidly taken apart and shuttled into the smaller dropships.

The larger Scorpion Assault tanks are, naturally, quickly piled into the large dropships.

Time ticks...

New York City,Federal Republic of New York and New Jersey
It was set as an offical speech from President de los Santos to all combatants in the current Knootoss conflict. President de los Santos was standing behind a podium and beside him were the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Secretary of War Joseph Stephan.

"The Federal Republic opennly supports its ally in Knootoss. We ask that any foreign aggressors cease and desist their current course of action lest they face a war on a grander scale. Already troops from New York and New Jersey are moblizing and preparing to depart to aid our brothers in arms. We are glad to see that our SATO ally EOTED. We also wish to state that as Knootoss is apart of SATO, the foreign aggressors can expect to deal with even more nations entering the fray on the side of what is right and just. You have twenty four hours to comply before we begin to attack any unknown military hardware within Knootoss."

High Orbit over New York and New Jersey
The two Kennedy class Space Carriers Valley Forge and Yorktown began to move up and away from their orbit. Engines powering up breifly they werent moving very far. Escorting them were 22 Dreadnaught class Space Corvettes and 10 Holmdel class Space Destroyers. They wouldnt move directly into any battles, their orders were to wait 24 hours before they began to attack anything that wasnt classified friendly, or gave off a SATO IFF.

Automated fighter, faster reflex time than a human pilot, able to pull up to 20Gs
max speed: Mach 9.67
Payload: The fighter can carry 8 missiles in pods recesed into the plane
Armarment: 4 PPC cannons, 3 phaser emiters, 2 Rapid fire Plamsa cannons (note: for Total Anhilation players, the Plasma Cannons are like a high powerd version of what the Peweey (Arms main trooper) carries)
Also, due to unike shape, fighter has a very low radar sig (especialy bacause the missiles are built into the plane (some what like to torpedo doors on a submaine)
OOC: hmm... just a recall: if this has to do with space tech, consider those ignored.
otherwise: max speed Mach 9.67 - not possible under a few hundred kilometers of altitude (spacetech or not) and with VERY reduced maniability. This, and also PPC cannons, phaser emiters and plasmas cannon, can be acceptable in modern tech. Problem is: high unreliability, overheating, BIG size, and also how do you power them ?
this taken in consideration, well, we will deal with those things.

Lieutenant Jorgman and his squads find the Sunset team where they are holed up in a stair well.
"I am Lieutenant Jorgman of His Majesty's Foreign Ministry, Valinon. We are here to assist! We have several jet coptors waiting on the roof, and our other teams are securing the buildings exterior. We are willing to help secure other MPs and foreign delegates."

******

Lord Adonis had been preparing to leave to oversee the ground forces first hand when the message from New York and New Jersey arrives.
He spins on his heel, "Send a communique back to New York and New Jersey. Identify all Valinon and Ortagan ground personnel, space forces, naval ships, and aero forces as friendly."
"Yes, My Lord."

******

The orbital drop insertion pods all made it safely through the atmosphere, and their cargo of troops, armour, and supplies have been deployed. Field Marshall Otto von Richter sits atop his Leman Russ battle tank. His formation, supported by the Ortagans is a thing of beauty. Leman Russ tanks, Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs), and light tanks move together protecting APCs filled with Sardaukar and mobile artillery batteries.
von Ricther ducks back inside the tank, "Try and establish link up with whoever is in command of the Knootoss military forces. Inform them that the Valinon/Ortagan expeditionary force has arrived to assist them."
"Yes, Marshall," von Richter returns to his vigilant perch. He see General Volgorba sheparding her own forces from a nearby tank.
He activates their personal comcomm, "Once more into the depths to achieve victory, General Volgorba?"
"Victory we shall have, Marshall von Richter, victory we shall have."

OOC: I would generally agree, Mach 9+ is getting to the point where you would need a cavitation head to try to keep the plane from stripping to parts in moments. Still - no need for an arguement. Republic pilots think outside the box, as you will see.

CentCom broke in on the MST channel - "Bogie's coming in from the coast - 20 through 40 engage. Keep after those dropships." "Roger CentCom. Heading to engage." Ensign Waters was in charge of 10 of the wings named. He and his gunner were flying a DA-100 over the western part of Knootcap.

Looking out to sea he zoomed in on the reported coordinated. There they were - fast, but big. 'Small radar profile,' he thought. "Divide up - optical targetting. Engage with phaser batteries." he ordered over the tactical channel. "Understood."

The 100 fighters under Waters command zoomed in on the location and began opening up with phaser fire at what was, in atmosphere, long range. Long lances of energy shot through the air for 3-4 seconds as gunners attempted to manuver them onto the fighters. The pilots waited and watched for return fire, ready to kick down low if enemy fire came their way.

OOC: Can someone give me a run down, when I logged on this afternoon, the entire site was down. And my school has started so I can't get on as much.

The orbital drop insertion pods all made it safely through the atmosphere, and their cargo of troops, armour, and supplies have been deployed. Field Marshall Otto von Richter sits atop his Leman Russ battle tank. His formation, supported by the Ortagans is a thing of beauty. Leman Russ tanks, Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs), and light tanks move together protecting APCs filled with Sardaukar and mobile artillery batteries.
von Ricther ducks back inside the tank, "Try and establish link up with whoever is in command of the Knootoss military forces. Inform them that the Valinon/Ortagan expeditionary force has arrived to assist them."
"Yes, Marshall," von Richter returns to his vigilant perch. He see General Volgorba sheparding her own forces from a nearby tank.
He activates their personal comcomm, "Once more into the depths to achieve victory, General Volgorba?"
"Victory we shall have, Marshall von Richter, victory we shall have."

OOC: Woot! Imperial Guard! Steel Legion?

"Assign a wing of assault shuttles to the Valinon armor as air support. Have them link up as soon as they drop their men off." Admiral Foxx commanded. He was in charge of CentCom aboard the 53rd - Jameson was heading back to Mars to pick up medical supplies.

A Republic Assault Shuttle was an armored, shielded shuttlecraft with a single forward phaser array, and three door gunners (Left, right, and rear) with a transport capacity of 10 and a 5 man crew. They are agile and manuverable like helicopters, but have to keep their shields off within 300 meters of the ground due to object interference.

Atop the Hague

"Great!" Vercetti shouted over the whump of chopper blades. "The Knootoss choppers are almost full, let's get everyone else out of here. We are holding off the Brownshirts at the bottom of the stairs - might want to find another way into the building."

On the rooftops of nearby buildings assault shuttles dropped off their teams. They quickly disappeared inside and made their way to building corners where they had a good field of fire. It was bedlam on the streets as Brownshirts fought Valinon and Knootoss troops with whatever they had. The SDF teams started picking off people and destroying hardpoints where they could.

OOC: Trying to avoid excessive damage to the city, the SDF teams are armed with conventional firearms - typically 2 snipers, 2 machine gunners, 4 riflemen, and 2 medics.

OOC: Can someone give me a run down, when I logged on this afternoon, the entire site was down. And my school has started so I can't get on as much.

Thelas(Foe) has a surface fleet off the coast, DB(Foe) is moving one in, Knootoss is bringing their fleet back (Friend), Clangorland has a fleet off the coast (Friend), NYNJ (Friend) is bringing in a fleet, Sunset (Friend) has dropped in aerospace fighters and assault shuttles, and NOD (Foe) is sending a black helicopter in to do mischief. Sorry if I missed anyone.

With squadrons of Needle interceptors in the air, Valinon has begun full imposition of their Aero Quarantine Zone. Lord Reynard Adonis watch another flight of fighters take off from the HMS Bartholomew from the flight deck.
"I am going to the Valinon embassy, Vice Admiral Perry," Adonis says to the officer standing near him, "I expect you to watch over the fleet."
"Yes, My Lord."
"Continue to shadow the unidentified fleet (DB) with our Atlantians."
"Yes, My Lord."
"And contact all our other allies. Try and work out a joint air/naval operations against the Thelas fleet. If we can maintain naval and aero superiority, this little civil war will be handed its death kneel, and these Nazi-would bes sent back into the pits."

******

The Atlantian-class submarine HMS Pragamatic has been shadowing the unknown fleet for sometime. Barely moving, and using only the most basic of passive sonar, it continues to track its pray, watching and waiting.

******

In the air over Knootoss, a trio of Valinon Needle interceptors find an unidentified black helicoptor that is unknown to any of their threat indicators. The flight leader of the trio activates his all channel comm.
"Unidentified craft, this is a Knootoss sanctioned Valinon aero patrol. Knootoss is now subject to an Aero Quarantine Zone, authorized by Knootoss government, state your identification and your business in Knootoss aerospace immediately."

[quote=Dyelli Beybi]'Steel Tzar’ Aircraft Carriers: 2
‘Albatross’ ASW Battle Carriers: 7
‘Sevastopol’ Battle Cruisers: 20
‘Stalingrad’ Cruisers: 80
‘Sphinx’ Destroyers: 100
‘Komsomolets Ukrainey’ Destroyers: 70
‘Principality’ AA Frigates : 50
‘Comrade’ ASW Frigates: 80
‘Skua’ Electronic Warfare Corvettes: 10
‘Muttonbird’ Fleet ECM Corvettes: 10
‘Lenin’ Torpedo Patrol Boats: 50
‘Victory’ Missile Patrol Boats: 150
MiG-29SMTK: 70
Su-25UTG: 70
Ka 27-PL Naval Helicopters (ASW): 94
Ka 27-PS Naval Helicopters (Multi-Role) : 42
Ka 25 Naval Helicopters : 28
OOC: I suppose this is nearly your entire navy (except for carriers, maybe). Otherwise would be... highly unrealistic. Anyway...

(OOC)Its just over half my navy, and yes it is very unreal. It is based on a country more than 2X the size of the US, with cold war style military spending and a love of ships. Oh yeah and we only have 2 true carriers in the navy. Both are deployed here. The remaining 15 are battle carriers each with 12 helicopters onboard.

(OOC) As far as I know I havn't been attacked yet so I'm going to go ahead.

"Grand Admiral"
"Yes, Mr Hill, what is it?"
"We're nearing Knootoss waters Sir."
"Ah excellent. Halt the Armada, we're going to sit here. Also put the crews on the Principalities and Comrades on high alert. We can't have anything sneaking through our defences."
"Aye aye Sir."

(OOC) Just so you know this fleet has VERY VERY heavy AA potential...
Oh and just so you know this fleet is not that much bigger than what the USwas fielding in 1990.

**Transmition from the Anatov**
Ahh. There seems to be some fighting going on. Would it be possible to round up the Marquees and bring him to us? We still can't open the nose, it seems to be jammed.

Hi,

Knootoss is being invaded by the Dominion (former GDODAD), members of government have been taken hostage and Knootian forces are about to lose te centre of government (The Hague).

As you may remember your primary base facility, "earth base one" is in my nation. I would like to ask LSFR to come to the aid of my nation. However I would like to keep the space-stuff at an absolute minimum for everyone. ;) Please read the thread. (With a small introduction if possible)

If you OOCly have no time and want to keep out of it, thats fine too. SATO is also mobilising.

http://www.nationstates.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=59513&start=140

Troubled greetings from a Republic under siege,

~Tanya, special assistant to General de Kaste
(Temporary handling all diplomatic funcitons.


OOC : we have time, but not so much so please sum up more :
IC : Why do they attack you ?

Our base Earth Base One© is effectively in your country, and our troops are already prepeared to any kind of war possibilities on your territories (we had of course envisaged that you could be invaded).
The first priority for the moment is to secure the area arround the base.
A security perimeter of 100 Km of diameter arround Earth Base One© is being formed.

As soon as you give us more informations, we'll decide if we can help you (personaly, I would send my troops as soon as possible but i must have a reason, and know why they attack you).

As we know you and like you, as you are an ally, and as many times we have leaden operations together on bad nations, I vote for an exclusive and immediat reinfocement of your troops, and will send more when we get the informations on this attack.

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LordSquallFreeRepublic sends the following forces :


GROUND UNITS :

REGULAR INFANTRY SOLDIERS :


_ 50.000 Armored with GSRC -60 rifles and basic kevlar protections and 25
Synth-Skin Patches per soldier. (special infantry)

_ 25.000 A74 MachineGuns, Infantry Med Kits, The Spartan Infantry System (2nd special infantry)
Kevlar Body Armor, Helmet, Berreta 9mm, M-45 w/ M-203 grenade launcher, GPS, Infra red Cameras, standard infantry back pack and 25 Synth-Skin Patches per soldier.

_ 2.000 HJ -42 S Special forces : Heavy armed and protected soldiers trained for life
armored with different weapons as GSRC -60 rifles, AK-74 (modified) and M16 (modified), Infantry Med Kits, The Spartan Infantry System
Kevlar Body Armor, Helmet, Berreta 9mm, M-45 w/ M-203 grenade launcher, GPS, Infra red Cameras, standard infantry back pack and
25 Synth-Skin Patches per soldier.


VEHICULES :

Tanks :

_ 10 Black Eagle tanks

_ 3 KRSA-4 "Hekash" Self-Propelled Guns

_ 5 KRSM9-1 "Beast" Main Battle Tanks

_ 1 KRSM9-2 "Beast 2" Advanced Battle Tanks

_ 1 Mobile Anti-Aircraft Platform, the "Scorpion"


AIR UNITS :

PLANES :


_ 1 KRAA-1B "Vulture" Medium Bomber

_ 2 Djinn UCAV fighters

HELICOPTERS :

_ 7 KRAH-6A "Raptor" Anti-Armor Attack Helicopter


ORCAS :

_ 1 KL-55 "Sabre"


Defensive structures and vehicules:

_5 Surface-To-Air Missile Counterfire System (SAMMCS)

MISSILES :

_ 12 KGM-3X Glide-Bombs



Waiting for the sum-up,
Amically yours,

Saman' Thä Gelëan
President and General
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Thrusters ablaze on all nine of the Triumph dropships, as they sped towards Scheveningen strand (The large beach outside The Hague).
In the cargo hold the one hour remaining message could be heard and yellow lights started flashing, as the pilots quickly climbed into their cockpits and started to power up their systems.

Liam in his cockpit opened a encrypted and secure channel to the allied forces. "This is captain Liam Dresari of Diablo_NL. We are here to assist. We couldn't send our entire 42nd regiment, but alpha batallion is ready to defend Knootoss at all costs. We will make a hotdrop into the shallow waters of Scheveningen. We will then proceed to advance upon the enemy through the city. Over and out." He says. Checking over his systems if they are ready.
"Ok boys. Let's get ready to pound some Dominion ass." He screams over his comm system. Receiving cheers from his fellow warriors.

*doesn`t bother reading Lord Squalls post*

*agrees with Byelli Belli* with what you said now, your fleet is indeed acceptable. Still suicide, though ;)

As a last point: Actually, experimental planes that hit Mach 10 existed in the seventies, if i recall it right. Drohnes are not SOOO hard. and yes, you can be that fast below 100km orbit. WAY below. As for me, i see no reason to ignore Thelas tech, with insanely high costs, this tech is actually possible today, and if he plays slightly in the future... why not? (Not to mention that i use Mach 10 fighters myselve *cough* Although i generally downgrade the stuff to enemy level, well, if he has it... So, generally, i am willing to accept it. I would also like to note that in the first and second thread, i used telepaths. They were accepted without questioning, so why shouldn`t Thelas use his stuff?

---

ic:

"What the hell?"
"Seems like the dominion cancelled negotiations... large invasion forces detected."
"DAMN! What do they think they are?"
"Well... the dominion, i would think..."
"You have a point... Where is the Dyelli Belli fleet?"
"Right outside the 200 miles exclusive economic zone."
"Hmmm... So far, they haven`t commited any acts of aggression... cancel the attack on them... can our bombers reach the Thelas fleet?"
"Well... yeah, they can."
"Good. Ignore Dyelli Belli, crush this bastards. If THAT is what they call negotiations... well, we can play the game as well as they can."

---

The bombers crossed the Knootoss coast north- east. Satellite data showed Thelas transports, but their objective was another...

Finally, the Endless Island planes joined them... the formation was now enormous, extreme. The giant formation was several kilometers long and wide...

"Incoming message from White Hawk command."
"Abort attack on Dyelli Belli, instead attack fleet at the following coordinates..."
"Damn..."
"Well, we will see..."

It took them nearly an hour to arrive at the new coordinates... and there it was, the Thelas fleet...

"Scanners get images... and... there it is."
"Hmmm... not very many warships."
"But masses of troop transporters... attack, NOW!"

*assumes Thelas launches any figthers he has, will edit if wished*

"Jack, he`s behind y... NOOOOOOOO! Bastard!"

"Incoming missile... heatbait fired... missile lost."
"Good job."

"Got ya, boy!"
"Hey, good job, Michael!"
"Yeah, my third one. YEEEHAAA!"

"Incoming missiles... AA defence of the fleet."
"Launch first wave."
"Launched."

"What are the Endless Islands pilots doing? LAUNCH, DAMNIT!"

"NOOOO!!!!!!!!" *Two fighters collide*

"Second wave... fire!"
"Fired."

"Incoming missile defence."
"Damn, this guys have something."
"Beta squadron lost half of it´s fighters!"

"Got it."
"Last one... and... gone, boy."
"YAY! And one more is gone!"
"Wow, that one was good... took out three of us... i`m glad he survived. Even if he is an enemy."

"Incoming missiles. Bombers endangered."

"DAMN!"

"A14 is gone..."

"NOOO! Brother!"

"Start third wave."

"HA! Hit him!"
"One destroyer... not bad, pal."

"Zeta squadron is wiped out."
"WHAT? Maria...
"No, i saw her bomber, seems like all escaped."

"Incoming wave."

"GOTCHA! One less, guys."
"Jack, behind you!"
*explosion*
"No..."

"Launch fourth and last wave."

"HA! Take that!"

"I hit him! WE.. WE hit them!"

"All missiles fired, abort attack, return to Knootoss airbases."

"Ok guys, back, lets enjoy our reward."
"I hope she`s still a virgin."
"You are so cruel..."

ooc: they aimed at the large ships first, then the smaller ones. Both, transporters as well as battle vessels. I will post losses later, question, how strong is your anti- air defence on the ships?

The bombers had between 2- 4 anti- ship missiles, 1232 bombers (just calculated it, number was smaller than i though, fighter number is identical), warheads either 500kg or 250kg. You do the math ;)

As for tech level: i normally downgrade, depending on the enemy. Depending on what techlevel you choose... if you use what you mentioned above: identical abilities, so, whereever you decide to have your techlevel, we should match each other.

As for my formation (airbattle tactics) bombersquadrons close together, with large gaps between the squadrons. Every bombersquadron is protected by a fighter squadron, the fighters don`t stay with the bombers, every enemy coming in sight will immediatly be attacked, and parts of squadrons will leave their positions when other squadrons are attacked by superior enemy forces (you have two carriers, so i somehow doubt that will happen ^_^), to help them.

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ic again:

"Fire, fire at will!"
The 2000 men and 200 tanks at the La Hague beach fough their way towards the city. The light spider tanks and their 30mm rapid fire guns with flechette ammunition did horrid things to the Thelas and TST forces, the beach was covered with blood... however, when they reached the outskirts of the city, the beach still in sight, half of the man, as well as half of the tanks, was gone, destroyed in the horrible crossfire around them.
They had only one aim: reach Knootoss troops, to find a relatively safe positions...
"What the..."
Four cruise missiles just hit, destroying, killing, even more of them... Everywhere explosions, obviously, they were only hit by a small part of the complete attack...
"Manfred... MANFRED!"
A soldier hold the mechanical head of his best friend in his arms... crying... the pain... oh the pain... the pain of war... it would never go away..."

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Knoocap city:

"Ah, there is the parliament..."
"Good... all out, gain control of the whole sector, NOW!"

And they got out... Knights of Enki, together with the Knights of Paris. Gaining control over the parliament was neccessary... they NEEDED a government to speak, not hostages and a nation unable to act...

EDIT: IC:

Meanwhile, the six subfleets that left Arda sea slowly came near Knootoss... although they were still out of range.

(ooc: subfleets = you should know for what you search to find it, finding them 'accidentally' should be impossible.

Although, it doesn`t take to much imagination to know where they are.. they are not at home, they are not at Arda...)

huh :shock:

huh :shock:

STFU. You did this in my thread. It is called ROLEPLAYING. Shut up and stop doing it.

OOC: I didn't know that the people in the parliament were transported away by helicopter...doesn't really matter anymore though. BTW, do I have Burns here?

Knootoss Parlementary Building

The black helicopter touched down on the roof of the parliamentary building. Five additional Black Hand operatives exited the helicopter and started to get loads of weapons and equipment out of the aircraft. The pilot stayed in the helicopter, should a quick escape be necessary. The five men proceeded down the stairs to the other Black Hand agents keeping the top Knootoss politicians hostage. There they unpacked their equipment and equipped themselves and the other agents with the machine guns, hand grenades, smoke grenades, laser pulse rifles and motion-sensitive mines. They also set up two machine gun nests controlling the rooms main entrances. They could hold off a small army now.

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Knootoss National Waters

The Nod fleet made their way into Knootoss' natinal waters unhindered. They moved towards the Westland, in the southwest of Knootcap. A public transmission was made from the fleet:

"The Brotherhood has come to defend Knootoss from their SATO puppetmasters and give the citizens of Knootoss a better way of life. We have strong suspicions that Tator was assassinated by SATO covert agents, and we will not let Knootoss fall to the imperialist countries united in SATO. Tator was the legitimate head of the Knootoss government, and unless Burns will be put into power as his legitimate successor, we have no other choice then to liberate Knootoss by force."

Knootoss National Waters

The Nod fleet made their way into Knootoss' natinal waters unhindered. They moved towards the Westland, in the southwest of Knootcap. A public transmission was made from the fleet:

"The Brotherhood has come to defend Knootoss from their SATO puppetmasters and give the citizens of Knootoss a better way of life. We have strong suspicions that Tator was assassinated by SATO covert agents, and we will not let Knootoss fall to the imperialist countries united in SATO. Tator was the legitimate head of the Knootoss government, and unless Burns will be put into power as his legitimate successor, we have no other choice then to liberate Knootoss by force."

Admiral Pritchard saw the Nod fleet coming. Actually it was being traced by SATO satellites. The Knootian waters map looked funny: there were a bunch of fleets in a realtively small area. But if Nod followed its route, it would pass very near them. So he decided to take the initiative.
"Control, this is Command, how many planes have returned yet ?"
"Actually only half of the total, sir. Some are still in the air, and we had a few losses."
"Are the ones here ready to attack again."
"Certainly, sir."
"Okay. Get ready. Attack on my order."

Then he took the radio.
"To all battle ships, this is command. Get ready for massive medium and long range attack. Codeword is INIT."

After that, he turned on the international transmission channel and said:
"Nod fleet, this is Admiral Pritchard from SATO forces. We have received your transmission. SATO forces along with Sunset and Valinon forces are the only forces allowed in Knootoss by the legitimate Knootian military command. You are requested to change your route and get out of the Knootian waters. We reserve ourselves the right to retaliate if no substantial route change is noticed in the next minutes. There will be no other warning."

"Sir, hostile fleet aproaching, it appears Endless Island forces are preparing to intercept."
*whistling noises*
("If it's their problem, it's ours too. I heard that laughable transmission. All forces are ready?")
"And waiting."
"Well, this is why we're here. Give..." Kelams checks his notes, "Admiral Pritchard a message. It looks as if this fleet's headed straight between us, we can't let them have all the fun."

Communication to Endless Islands -

If that Nod fleet does get too close, mind if we help?

Sir Phillip Hesam,
Chief military advisor to Clangerland

In anticipation of danger from the sea, the transports move into positions closer to shore, and all crews are placed on high alert.

OOC - for RP purposes elsewhere, I have to sink a few of my ships. This seems as good an opportunity as any.

The mighty Vanguard class IDS Semir-randil and her accompanying fleet cruise into Knootian waters - shifting course and moving into a slow intercept vector on the Brotherhood of Nod fleet, perhaps making intent quite clear by mere presence. Her K# fighter/bomber cover slowly follows overhead, maintaining a low altitude defence grid.

The Semir-randil's upper deck promptly goes through a multitude of changes; smoothly, her deck plating re-orients, and she shifts into 50% defensive, 50% offensive mode.

Kinetic missile launchers swivel into place; EF beam deployment cluster deck plates swivel around, replacing sensor clustors. Several sensor clustor areas remain exposed - largely in the centre of EF beam system areas, which provide defensive grids specifically for those segments of the ship. And?

And the water around the Semir-randil begins to glow a fierce shade of grey-blue - indicating that her submarinal launch systems are online.

She fires off a blanket-RF transmission, blaring to all in the area:

"Any aggression against this Battlegroup will be met with deadly force. All aggressive anti-Knootoss naval assets are to depart the area immediatley, or we will take hostile action to ensure the safety of Knootian waters. There will be no further warnings.

"Repeat, any aggression against this Battlegroup will be met with deadly force..."

"The Brotherhood only supports Montgomery Burns as the legitimate leader of Knootoss. We do not wish to engage SATO forces but will retaliate with full force if attacked. Stand down or meet your destruction."

"The Brotherhood only supports Montgomery Burns as the legitimate leader of Knootoss. We do not wish to engage SATO forces but will retaliate with full force if attacked. Stand down or meet your destruction."

The captain of the Semir-randil scratched his chin. He was sorely tempted to respond with a barrage of kinetics, really.

But diplomacy had its place. And this was its place.

He tapped a key nestled into the control panel set into the Nest, and spoke into his LSR silently, firing back an unemotional response that did not match his true tone even remotely. The response is completely toneless, and is audio only.

"You have no authority in this situation. The Brotherhood fleet will withdraw from these waters immediatley, or a response from this Battlegroup will be forthcoming. The Brotherhood has no claim to these waters, and no legal reason to be here.

"Withdraw, or be removed."

"Two minutes" Could be heard over the cargo holds comm system.
The pilots and Liam performed a final check of their machines.
"Reacotor online. Sensors online. Weapons Online. All systems nominal." Could be heard. Slowly the cargo doors opened of the dropships, wich where now laying down covering fire. Not realy carring if they hit anything or not just as long as the enemy doesn't dare show his face.

Slowly the pilots machines where reeled out. Now hanging outside the dropships.

"Five, four, three, two, one. Deploy!" Liam said. Then they dropped. Brake rockets firering as they decended towards the ground at an accaptable speed.
A few seconds later their battlemechs hit the water with a loud splash.

"Bravo you take left flank. Charlie you take right. Delta you cover the rear. I'll take point." Liam said quickly getting 3 rogers over the comm.
"Delta, Echo, Foxtrot lance. You guys flank left. Gamma, Hotel India lance. You flank right. Bravo, Charlie and us Alpha lance will go straight through the city." He followed up. "Roger Alpha leader." Was the response he got.
"Now look alive people. This aint some rebellion uprising in Der Angst we're fighting. Make your shots count."

The Mech force now split up in 3 groups of 3 lances moved into their position.
The ABC group advancing straight forward to the pier. DEF going north along the beach. And GHI going south.

ooc: A lance consists of 4 mechs. Each one of our lances is made up out of a Timberwolf (Madcat) on point. Summoners (Thors) on the flanks. And Maddog (Vulture) in the rear. Liam has a Madcat MKII however.

OOC: sorry people. I was very, very sick today :( Probable cause some meat that wasn't all right, but I have read the stuff. I will reply as soon as possible. Probably tomorrow if I am feeling better. In the meantime please do not add too many pages. :) Thank you.)

OOC: So now we got Battlemechs? And NOD - unfortunately your boys wouldn't have a chance to get into the building, not with Valinon's ERT teams already swarming over it. It's Knootoss's thread and his call though.

IC:
"We're out of ammo, Admiral." Lee said as the stairwell was reinforced by ERT members. "Thank goodness for small favors. See if you can grab some off the Valinon choppers before they leave." Washington ordered. "Vercetti - see if you can get any ammo from the Valinon choppers. Guns if you have to." "Yes sir!"

Vercetti sprinted across the roof to a Valinon chopper that was loading up. "We're running low on ammo - you happen to have any spare guns and ammo? Grenades would be good too if you got em. We need enough for eight."

Aboard the STSS Supernova
"Admiral Klack sir, we've recieved a message from General McGraw on Leda Colony. The first fleet is being recalled to Ledan defence, the second fleet is preparing for an assault on the portals, which have now opened. General McGraw himself has left in an advance battle group."
"Damn. Tell our boys on the ground and prepare to leave."

Transmission from the Supernova to the dropships and troops.
"We've been recalled. Try not to lose the dropships. The third ground fleet is on their way. Hold tight."

Even as it was sent, the third fleet approached Knootian waters...
[ooc: no time for detailed RP. Parents yelling at me]

OOC: Ok then...

"Dropships are lifting off - back off the fire for a minute, lets see what they do..." Waters ordered over the tac channel. He watched as the TST dropships began rising into the sky. 'One bad move...' His finger was on the trigger, doubtless dozens of others were as well.

OOC: As one Player to another, thanks for showing up on Mars.

Automated fighter, faster reflex time than a human pilot, able to pull up to 20Gs
max speed: Mach 9.67
Payload: The fighter can carry 8 missiles in pods recesed into the plane
Armarment: 4 PPC cannons, 3 phaser emiters, 2 Rapid fire Plamsa cannons (note: for Total Anhilation players, the Plasma Cannons are like a high powerd version of what the Peweey (Arms main trooper) carries)
Also, due to unike shape, fighter has a very low radar sig (especialy bacause the missiles are built into the plane (some what like to torpedo doors on a submaine)
OOC: hmm... just a recall: if this has to do with space tech, consider those ignored.
otherwise: max speed Mach 9.67 - not possible under a few hundred kilometers of altitude (spacetech or not) and with VERY reduced maniability. This, and also PPC cannons, phaser emiters and plasmas cannon, can be acceptable in modern tech. Problem is: high unreliability, overheating, BIG size, and also how do you power them ?
this taken in consideration, well, we will deal with those things.

Listen, Ma-Tek is getting involved, cut the BS (us that is bull s---) if Ma-Tek is etting involved, I will use space tech, not orbitals or any other space ships (exept as a launch base but I am using the carrier fleet now) unless SATO sends space ships at me, after that I am going to use EVERYTHING I have

OOC: Sunset, New Ortaga, and myself have space forces in orbit. I don't know of Susnet, but the Coalition fleet I control was destined for the Melkor War and when we backed out of that it got redirected, so I have a substantial Valinon/Ortagan force in orbit.

Vice Admiral Perry looks at the incomind NOD ships.
"Recall all secondary squadrons. Inform the long-range missile cruisers to begin targeting. I want all battlecruisers, frigates, and destroyers on high alert. Have our secondary missile cruisers activate their full AA defens net. Activate all of our Atlantian subs, if NOD refuses to stand down, we will have to deal with them appropriately."
"Yes, Vice Admiral."
"Also send a message to Admiral Forrest in Orbit, request Longshard interceptors be dispatched to assist us."
"Yes, sir," Perry watches as the Valinon fleet begins to shuffle itself to more adequately combat the oncoming NOD ships should they refuse to back down. The five massive Megladon-class carriers ready their fighter squadrons not deployed in the Aero Quarantine to do battle.

OOC: NOD, I would really like to know how you slipped under all my coptors at the Parliament building. Plus my Needle interceptors that sighted your own coptor. Please explain this.

Automated fighter, faster reflex time than a human pilot, able to pull up to 20Gs
max speed: Mach 9.67
Payload: The fighter can carry 8 missiles in pods recesed into the plane
Armarment: 4 PPC cannons, 3 phaser emiters, 2 Rapid fire Plamsa cannons (note: for Total Anhilation players, the Plasma Cannons are like a high powerd version of what the Peweey (Arms main trooper) carries)
Also, due to unike shape, fighter has a very low radar sig (especialy bacause the missiles are built into the plane (some what like to torpedo doors on a submaine)
OOC: hmm... just a recall: if this has to do with space tech, consider those ignored.
otherwise: max speed Mach 9.67 - not possible under a few hundred kilometers of altitude (spacetech or not) and with VERY reduced maniability. This, and also PPC cannons, phaser emiters and plasmas cannon, can be acceptable in modern tech. Problem is: high unreliability, overheating, BIG size, and also how do you power them ?
this taken in consideration, well, we will deal with those things.

Listen, Ma-Tek is getting involved, cut the BS (us that is bull s---) if Ma-Tek is etting involved, I will use space tech, not orbitals or any other space ships (exept as a launch base but I am using the carrier fleet now) unless SATO sends space ships at me, after that I am going to use EVERYTHING I have

[OOC: I'm involved, yes, but I'm not utilizing space tech except satelite surveillance/guidance systems. And the K# fighters won't launch offensives - they'll only protect the Battlegroup from aerial assaults.]

(OOC) I dunno, the fleet has more than 3x the AA weaponry of any real world fleet... for instance one of the AA frigates can put up around 16 Sea Dart missiles against planes at a range of roughly 40 nautical miles every minute followed by a further 12 Sea Wolf missiles when they get to around 3 nautical miles. Thats why they're also crammed with IFF systems...wouldn't want them firing that at my own side by accident.
Whats more even some of the patrol boats are packing fairly large ECM suites which makes them abomnably expensive, but that is a different matter. Other ships are carrying ECM suites designed to shield the ships nearby who aren't carrying their own suite, meaning that the Armada will show up very nicley on radar, but picking out the individual ships could prove promblematic. Of course if anything gets too close some of the ships are carrying some even more interesting electronic devices...

"Orders Sir?"
"Yes, I've been thinking. We're ships sitting in the middle of the ocean, what do you think people are going to throw at us."
"Planes Sir."
"Exactly."
"No offense Sir, but why are you mentioning this, we only have to look at the other states around Klatchia to know that they've cottoned onto our strategy."
"Aye, but have these people? and you know, I get this sneaking suspision we might be seeing unmanned fighters coming over here."
"Switch on the ECM Sir?"
"No, but keep everyone alert to the possibility of incoming planes, then when they're close, switch on the Skua."

ooc: Dyelli Belli: Note: Your fleet isn`t attacked anymore, the attack was aborted due to the fact you didn`t touch the 200 miles zone ;)

However, i would like to see what remained from Thelas fleet after my/knootoss/Endless Islands attack on his fleet... (Page 9)

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ic:

Slowly, they came in... the fleet was in stealth mode, only 20 kts fast, they finally arrived... 250 miles from Knootoss, the subs stopped, 300m below surface... ready to strike, but not yet starting to disclose themselves...

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Knoocap, parliament

"Go! Out of our way! NOW!"

The civilians, brownshirts and others in front of the parliament couldn`t do much against the 200 men storming the parliament, and quickly tried to hide whereever they could. However, the most fanatic brownshirts seemed to be braver than the rest of them... and they were armed.

Shooting all over the place, blood, explosing heads, brains and bowels scattered over the place, screams and horror...

A child, lying beneath one dead brownshirt, watching his brain slowly leaving the head... sliding along the pavement, leaving a trace of blood and slime... It would never forget this day.

*ooc: waits for Knootoss for detailed description of the parliament situation, thinks what he wrote so far is acceptable*

OOC: NOD, I would really like to know how you slipped under all my coptors at the Parliament building. Plus my Needle interceptors that sighted your own coptor. Please explain this.

OOC: Basically, beacuse I had to read through three pages and didn't notice your deployments. I'll correct it soon.

OK everyone, STOP POSTING

I am now going to reply to all your postings since my last one. Totalling 26 word pages counting IC postings only. So please, do not add more until I have posted. Thank you. :)

Can you please tell me your force numbers, I am somewhat lost.

Oh one more thing, we never cansld negotiations, we left after enemey ( I think Der Angst forces started attacking, I am going to go check

OOC: I will be replying ot your attacks in the monster postings. i would like to keep my numbers out of it: they are slowly growing as more people are mobilised and redirected to the front.

EDIT: and the fact that I posted this does NOT mean you can start your replying sprees again. I am halfway with the new post. :twisted:

OOC: If I left someone out please tell.)
(OOC: First a belated response to Thelass’ Cruise missile attacks. Same thing happening at other places.)

Twente Airbase
The people in the military base people were buzzing around like bees. The sounds of jets sounded in the distance as the first Eurofighters returned from their attack on the Dropships in The Hague. Support teams were scurrying around preparing themselves to reload and if necessary repair the planes that made up the mainstay of the Knootian airforce. Suddenly a different sound filled the skies.

“AIR ATTACK INCOMING” shouted one of the ground support crews. An air alarm began to howl in the base just north of the city of Enschede. In the city, too, alarms wailed in an ever increasing pitch, indicating that everyone should get inside. The support crews in the base hurried to the bunkers, and the civilians could do little more then move to their basements.

Three incoming cruise missiles struck the base hard, destroying one of the runways and completely obliterating the canteen. One of the hangers was hit on the side, rendering the structure inoperable. One cruise missile however, had went astray falling out of the skies and losing height only a few moments too soon, falling down on the northern part of the city. The missile landed in a place called Roombeek, right on top of the main Grolsch beer brewery.

The missile rammed itself into the factory and exploded, ripping off the huge tank on top of the building. Toxic gasses, liquid ammoniac and other chemicals began to pour down the factory. The usual smell of hop was quicly replaced be the intolerable stench of chemicals mixing, burning in the fire. The mixture quicly became dangerous as the factory blew, destroying the entire northern part of the city. No death toll could ever be made of this, as the huge explosion set half the city ablazing in mere seconds. Thousands were killed instantly, for others it took longer. The sound of the explosion broke windows and deafened ears for kilometres, and the stench of fire and chemicals could be reeked half-way into Germany as a gaseous cloud slowly began to form…

Knootcap, the Hague, Indian neighborhood.
Meanwhile, the rest of The Hague quickly fell to the Dominion as the Knootians and their allies were still fighting a retreating battle. With such massive force coordinated at one point, the Knootians were simply outnumbered.

Private Westerman’s face had become black, and his eyes were panicky, he was wildly firing a machine gun at anything coming around the corner. The rattling of tanks approaching. 4 Dominion tanks, probably from TST, turned from the main street into the neighbourhood to secure this part of the inner city. Westerman shot is machine gun empty on one of the tanks, doing little to no damage. Having been noticed, an infantry squad began closing at his position behind a corridor. This was enough. “Sir, we have to withdraw again! We cannot hold this place, they outnumber us ten to one!”
The sergeant yelled at someone else first: “Corporal Loman, fire that bazooka at that armour in the middle.” With a whooshing sound, a large projectile flew through the air, turning the tank into a burning wreck. Now, the Dominion forces retuned fire. Bullets flying around like rain on day in spring. “Sir we HAVE to Fall…” An explosion hit the corridor, killing the Knootians instantly…

(Thelas/TST (provided TST did not withdraw entirely) forces now control the The Hague inner city. However the Scheveningen beach has been retaken by various SATO forces landing there. You now also have arrived near the Binnenhof capitol. (Parliament.) I will need to know more on all of your objectives OOCly to determine where you are all heading.

The Hague, parliament building
-Outside, Valinon and Knootian police forces had been ordered to withdraw rapidly as the situation become impossible. Knootian command signalled, “-Dominion forces arriving soon. Can no longer hold out. Evacuate stat.-” The first infantry units could already be heard approaching the capitol.

On the rooftop, the various Security forces, now complemented with the Sunsettian Emergency Response Teams valiantly hold of the on storming brownshirts while the members of parliament and the esteemed guests made their way into the helicopters, to safety. The number of brownshirts decreased however, as it appeared that not everyone had noticed where the delegates had been going. After 6 minutes of hell all brownshirts near the rooftop exit were dead or incapacitated leaving room for the insertion teams to move in. Their radio crackled as Knootian command promised another chopper would be available to move the extraction teams and anyone they might liberate out as soon as they accomplished their mission. One of the sunsettian security people gave the signal: everyone of the released group was inside the choppers. Acknowledging the signal pilots of the the transport helicopters gave a thumbs up and took off into the grey skies, heading east to secure territory.

Inside the main chamber, the party leaders and Montgomery Burns became inpatient and nervous at the sounds they could hear outside. Finally Halsema cried out to one of the hostage takers: what do you want with us anyways? We really need to get out of here if we want to outlive this day… a thundering rattle could be heard at the door as rampaging Tator-loyalists were trying to get in.

(OOC: I’ ll leave the black chopper landing besides the Sunset and Valinon ones to NODs editing skills.)

An observation post on Zandfoort beach, further north up coast near Amsterdam.

A man with binoculars commented: “Its getting foggy in the distance. All kinds of black spots in the distance.” A woman took the binoculars: “here, let me see. WHAT? OMFG! Those are ships!” The man now noticed a blinking “incoming messages (2)” on the communications device in their shelter. “Damn, should have checked this out.”

-Knootoss command to observation post #53, SATO satellite network has detected fleet heading to your location. Please confirm.Authentication code Zulu fifty-three -
-Knootoss command to observation post #53, repeating request for confirmation. Angstian and Endlessian airforces have been redeployed to engage fleet. Divisions near Amsterdam mobilising to intercept. E.T.A. about half an hour. Hold any landing forces off until then.

A kilometre-wide formation of planes approached and engaged the Thelassian fleet.
OOC: >insert previous attack post by DA here.< Thelas please post damages and then proceed. Not much by way of coastal defences but Knootian forces are heading to intercept any landing force. No Atlantic wall or something though, although there are a few spread out bunkers here and there.

The warroom, under the ministry of defence
The mood in the warroom was now nervous, fearful and confusing. Deployments going on everywhere. General de Kaste was shouting out orders:
“Yes, confirm withdrawal from the inner city of the Hague, but make it a slow withdrawal. We can encircle hostiles inside using the SATO forces on the beach, we have to make sure they do not escape.”
“Will do Sir.”
“Ask the Clanger forces to deploy to engage the Thelassian fleet. They are a more imminent threat. Ask other allies to do so as well.”
“Sending out the messages now Sir.”

(OOC: Consider the messages sent. The General would like to redirect Clanger and other available navies to intercept the Thelassian landing. Consider that to have priority over engaging Brotherhood of NOD forces, but ensure there still is enough there for an effective blockade.)

Schiphol international airport
The Antonov still stood there, and it seemed as if they were not responding at all. The commanding officer, nervously reading the update reports of a large fleet near Zandfoort, had become totally fed up with it. As he watched some Angstian forces landing and securing the airport, he took his megaphone again: “To those inside the plane. You have 10 seconds to come out or we will blow this ting up” He signalled the tanks who threateningly directed their gun barrels at the plane. The officer began to count: “10 – 9 – 8 …

Now for some more notes:
OOC: As for the naval deployments, the dropships taking off and being intercepted, and the negotiations with NOD: I am not involved so feel free to proceed with them.
ooc: i need explicit data where the different party headquarters, and the residents of the party leaders are, to proceed with the other part...
SLP party HQ: In the centre of Amsterdam.
Conservative party HQ: Rotterdam.
Green party HQ: The Hague.
But the headquarters are currently unmanned, and the party leaders are still in the hostage situation with NOD.
Also OOC @Angst: 200 Angstians storming parliament is really not possible. The Binnenhof is now within Dominion held territory and you can’t get in that easy. Sorry.
OOC: Lordsquall… please read the thread. Really please do not take offence, but the situation is complicated and if you don’t want to read then rather stay out. :) I intend this to be a thing with a storyline.

"You heard the orders - everyone out!" The security squad was in the corner of a building knocking out advancing infantry squads when the order came. "Everyone on top of the building!" Hastily arranged positions were abandoned as the team flew to the top of the building. In the distance they could see an assault shuttle heading for them. It was battered - one of the doors appeared to have taken a heavy rocket and was a mangled wreck.

"Inside! Go, Go!" The team piled in - 3 loading doors was convenient - and they were off the roof in seconds. Around the city other teams were lifting off as well. Even with the number of destroyed or disabled assault shuttles as well as teams that had been captured or lost CentCom was doing an excellent job.

Two of the assault shuttles put down on the roof of parliment - they were ready to withdraw the teams still inside as well as any ERT people. (Placeholder for whatever NOD does).

The rest headed out of the city, flying low and fast down the streets between buildings. They were buttoned up to give the pilots manuvering room and at 500kph they needed it. They fired on opposing forces below when the opportunity presented itself though. The forward array occasionally lanced out attempting to destroy a tank or other large target.

Reaching the friendly lines they settled down behind them, men pouring out to tend to minor wounds or to evacuate casualties. The shuttle crews did what they could to repair in the time they had.

Random naval peon - "Admiral, new word from Knootoss command. Overrides current threat, if I read properly."

Admiral Kelam reads new orders through. Time to get some work done, by the looks of it, he thought. News from home may be dreadful. News from The Hauge may be awful. But this was clear cut. You knew where you were with a naval engagement. Either winning or sinking.
*whistling noises*
"Order fighter launch from 3 of the carriers, and get us turned round. Leave 4 cruisers and 8 frigates with the troops, get the rest to point of engagement. Now!"

As of yet, all the fighting reported was in built up areas... And Endless Islands has this bit of coast sewn up. Well, I'll have to gamble the shore is safe, we can't leave these transports where they are.

*more whistling*
"Order troops to begin landing. We haven't got word on the safety of the big harbours, so they're to head to the beachead we set up. Yes, the individual units know what to do. Just because I'm a Clanger doesn't mean I'm incompetant. Get on with it."

Orient

Quite fearsomely rapidly, the Semir-randil vaults out of the water in a strange hopping maneuver, changing course within several seconds.

She plows through the water, sinking low to the waterline in battle-readiness, and ignores the Nod fleet as requested.

Instead...

* * *

Observe

Up in a low, geo-synch orbit above Knootoss, a MISAT fires a pulse of microwaves at the ocean far, far below. The microwave beam scours the ocean, clearly hunting for something...

Decide

...and they find it. A number of microwave beams lance out upon contact with the Thelassian battlefleet; they hold steady to their targets, and are so low intensity that it's highly unlikely the Thelassian's will even be aware that there is currently an active target lock on them.

Not that it matters-

* * *

Act

The Semir-randil begins launching kinetic kill missiles, white-hot objects streaking away from her upper deck launchers at immense speed. Roars ripple across the ocean as they breach the sound barrier on the way up to their first phase destinations...

...and they slow as they arrive at 250,000 feet above sea-level, intersecting with the microwave beams that are locked onto their targets.

At fearsome speed, and accelerating all the way down towards their eventual target velocity of 27 mach, the kinetic kill missiles hurtle down the targeting beams towards the Thelassian battlefleet far below...

* * *

On the bridge of the IDS Semir-randil, a single blinking display declares:

OODA Cycle Complete

[EDIT: Bloody typo. Thanks for spotting it.]

26m/s

Is that meters per second or miles per second? Cause if it's meters, it's kinda slow. Meter's its about 60 mph or 96 kph. Miles it's 1560, or just a little over mach 2.

Field Marshall von Ricther stared over the portable holo tactical displays and systems set up by his staff in a commandeered building in Amsterdam. The bustling commercial city has now been fully secured by Valinon and Ortagan troops. However, reports from the collapsing Hague worry the Field Marshall.
"Sir, our ERTs have fallen back. The major and his MP regiment have retreated as well."
"Casaulties?"
"Latest reports are twelve MPS, three ERTs, and some vehicles that were heavily damaged by crude brownshirt Molotov cocktails."
"The Hague in general?"
"A crumbling front, sir, soon all of the city will probably be in Dominion hands."
"Damn!" von Richter says as General Volgorba enters the room.
The wiry general shakes her read hair free of a standard issue Enforcer helmet.
"I take it things are not going well, Field Marshall?"
"Dominion forces are taking the Hague, the Knootoss forces and our own men are organizing a tactical withdraw."
"Well at least Amsterdam is secure."
"Not as secure as I would like it. Lieutenant!" von Richter shouts at a young adjutant.
"Yes, Field Marshall?"
"Contact the Knootoss high command, ask them if our forces may have permission to detain any and all brownshirt rabble. I won't have our forces stabbed in the back here by some homegrown Neo-Nazi militia."
"Yes, Sir!"
"General," von Richter motions and Volgorba joins him at the displays, "we must move quickly. If we can launch a swift blitzkreig we can recapture the Hague before the Dominion can soldify their grasp."
"Your plan, Field Marshall?"
"I will send the heavy assault Dom Trompen and two regiments of my best tanks. With your support I want to launch an attack of 50,000 men against the Dominion forces in the Hague."
"Which will be under my command," says a new voice. It is harsh, cold, and proper the voice of an experienced warrior.
von Richter spins on his heel, "Lord Adonis!"
The supreme commander of Valinon's terrestrial forces is still dressed in the flight suit of His Majesty's Aero Core.
"I will lead our forces to reconquer the Hague. With elements of Vice Admiral Perry's Needle squadrons we can easily knock back the Dominion forces before they entrench themselves. We will work with the Knootoss military in the area to coordinate this assault. If we can bloody the Dominion's nose at the outset, they should grow less bold."
"Are you certain, My Lord?" Volgorba looks quizzical at the old Sardaukar warlord.
"They are all tin-pot dictatorships like that bastard Focht. Once they see true might, they will scamper from the battlefield. If not, then we can handle them before they grow too strong. Plus, Admiral Forrest is sending down Longshard-interceptors and Javelin medium bombers to assist. They will supplement our Needle squadrons."
"What of the rest of our troops?" von Richter asks.
"See if they can be used to further secure the towns around the Hague. That way we can contain the Dominion, or at the very least know where they are pushing next."
"Yes, My Lord."

******

Vice Admiral Perry looks out from the bridge of the HMS Bartholomew. Still there is no word from Valinon's allies, or their enemies.
"Ready all ships! All guns at the ready, all secondary fighter squadrons launch. Tell the Atlantians they are to begins to move forward."
"Vice Admiral, message from Lord Adonis! Additional forces are being sent down by Admiral Forrest in orbit."
"Good, direct them to help with the Aero Quarantine."
"Yes, sir."

Valinon, the Republic's assault shuttles will help with this drive if you'll take them. There are 323 left operational. We are going to paint 40 as air-ambulances and use them to evacuate wounded, but the rest are ready to go.

General Transmission:

The Republic of Sunset is deploying shuttles to evacuate the wounded of any side. These will be clearly marked with the Red Cross, and will fire only in self defense. Forces of all sides are encouraged to allow them to work unmolested - after all, it might be you they are saving next.

OOC: NOD, there is a warning against your fleet, still not have responded. Is this intentional or did you just not see ?
After that, he turned on the international transmission channel and said:
"Nod fleet, this is Admiral Pritchard from SATO forces. We have received your transmission. SATO forces along with Sunset and Valinon forces are the only forces allowed in Knootoss by the legitimate Knootian military command. You are requested to change your route and get out of the Knootian waters. We reserve ourselves the right to retaliate if no substantial route change is noticed in the next minutes. There will be no other warning."
IC:
The mood in the warroom was now nervous, fearful and confusing. Deployments going on everywhere. General de Kaste was shouting out orders:
“Yes, confirm withdrawal from the inner city of the Hague, but make it a slow withdrawal. We can encircle hostiles inside using the SATO forces on the beach, we have to make sure they do not escape.”
“Will do Sir.”
“Ask the Clanger forces to deploy to engage the Thelassian fleet. They are a more imminent threat. Ask other allies to do so as well.”
“Sending out the messages now Sir.”

(OOC: Consider the messages sent. The General would like to redirect Clanger and other available navies to intercept the Thelassian landing. Consider that to have priority over engaging Brotherhood of NOD forces, but ensure there still is enough there for an effective blockade.)
The message was received, and Admiral Pritchard was wondering.
Another message arrived: "Command 4 this is Control 6, we are currently 500 miles from you. Expect us to be ready for attack within a few hours."
The Admiral smiled. Nod was done.

He replied to the Knootian:
"Knootian command, this is Admiral Pritchard, Commonwealth Navy. We have issued a warning to the Nod fleet and cannot redeploy before having their reply. And also, as we are currently the southernmost fleet, it might be wiser that we stay here in order to keep this area secured for future deployments. We should receive reinforcements from another Endlessian fleet soon, thus we will have to choose between taking Nod on 2 opposite sides or send reinforcements against Thelas. Please advise."

Then he turned to another proprietary encrypted channel.
"Submarines Zeta I and V, this is command. Keep an eye on the Dyelli Beybian fleet, in high-depths as we don't want to take risks here.
Submarines Zeta II, III, IV and VI, this is command. New objective is Nod fleet, coordinates follow."
He smiled to his aide: "Surprise-surprise !"

Schiphol international airport
The Antonov still stood there, and it seemed as if they were not responding at all. The commanding officer, nervously reading the update reports of a large fleet near Zandfoort, had become totally fed up with it. As he watched some Angstian forces landing and securing the airport, he took his megaphone again: “To those inside the plane. You have 10 seconds to come out or we will blow this ting up” He signalled the tanks who threateningly directed their gun barrels at the plane. The officer began to count: “10 – 9 – 8 …


"The door seems to open now...what a spot of luck." came the response from the pilot of the Anatov. The nose of the huge aircraft began to lift up ponderously. However, at the same time another message could be heard being sent from the Anatov on a rather poorly encrypted channel, "Mayday, mayday, we are under attack, request immediate support! Over."

It was probably no surpise then that the first thing to actually emerge from the dark interior of the plane was an anti-tank missile, and a blast of machine gun fire, immediately followed by a platoon's worth of soldiers armed with AKs. They looked, to the uneducated eye, exactly like Waffen SS. The only real difference being where swaztikas would be on the original uniform, chi rhos had been fixed instead. They seemed to be accompanied by a pair of strange looking flat looking tracked vehicles with missile launchers on the roof. (OOC: There's 80 men in total + flight crew and two Russian tank destroyers. The Anatov is big, and I'm not expecting many to survive this...).

To Knootoss :

You asked me to help you, and I will, but only when I know WHY i'd help you ! so please make a sum-up !

He replied to the Knootian:
"Knootian command, this is Admiral Pritchard, Commonwealth Navy. We have issued a warning to the Nod fleet and cannot redeploy before having their reply. And also, as we are currently the southernmost fleet, it might be wiser that we stay here in order to keep this area secured for future deployments. We should receive reinforcements from another Endlessian fleet soon, thus we will have to choose between taking Nod on 2 opposite sides or send reinforcements against Thelas. Please advise."
Warroom, ministry of Defence
"Sir? Incoming transmission..."
de Kaste cut the communications officer off: "Put it on an open channel." The general thought for a moment. "If the Endlessian fleet moved now it might open op space for a landing in Zeeland, or possibly even Rotterdam itself. But if the Clangers fail then I don't know if we will be able to hold Amsterdam. I cannot take the risk however. The Clangers will have to succeed." He straightened his back and with a dictating voice he said to the communications officer: "Reply we acknowledge. Current Endlessian fleet is to hold position. New fleet is to engage Thelassian forces depending on how the engagement fares. We will relay reports on the engagement to you real-time. Knootian command out."


Schiphol international airport
The Antonov still stood there, and it seemed as if they were not responding at all. The commanding officer, nervously reading the update reports of a large fleet near Zandfoort, had become totally fed up with it. As he watched some Angstian forces landing and securing the airport, he took his megaphone again: “To those inside the plane. You have 10 seconds to come out or we will blow this ting up” He signalled the tanks who threateningly directed their gun barrels at the plane. The officer began to count: “10 – 9 – 8 …


"The door seems to open now...what a spot of luck." came the response from the pilot of the Anatov. The nose of the huge aircraft began to lift up ponderously. However, at the same time another message could be heard being sent from the Anatov on a rather poorly encrypted channel, "Mayday, mayday, we are under attack, request immediate support! Over."

It was probably no surpise then that the first thing to actually emerge from the dark interior of the plane was an anti-tank missile, and a blast of machine gun fire, immediately followed by a platoon's worth of soldiers armed with AKs. They looked, to the uneducated eye, exactly like Waffen SS. The only real difference being where swaztikas would be on the original uniform, chi rhos had been fixed instead. They seemed to be accompanied by a pair of strange looking flat looking tracked vehicles with missile launchers on the roof. (OOC: There's 80 men in total + flight crew and two Russian tank destroyers. The Anatov is big, and I'm not expecting many to survive this...).
(as soon as the signal was heard)
The officer was shouting: "ARMORED UNITS; OPEN FIRE!" he looked back and saw one of the light tanks had been turned into a burning wreckage already. When turning his head he was hit by a bullet in his leg, causing him to fall on the ground. The remaining tanks however opened their mauls of death and spat out their deadly barrage at the Russian-made plane. One of the tanks targeted the nose, another the back near the cargo hold and the third targetted the middle section. (OOC: presumably reducing it to a smoking husk in seconds, methinks. Civilian planes are not really all that armored and stuff.)

Infantry ducked to the ground and began laying down fire in the direction of the door. The first ones were however killed by fire that was already spewing from the plane.

To Knootoss :

You asked me to help you, and I will, but only when I know WHY i'd help you ! so please make a sum-up !
OOC: I asked you not b/c I really need more persons involved, but simply because you have a base in my nation and I can hardly ignore that. The reasons for the whole operation are political. (assasination of the leader of the conservative party who had "won" the elections, etc) and really there is not a one-word summary to it. But you can also declare neutrality because the situation is confusing and then I have the military base-problem solved. :)

(OOC) Its not only civilian, the Russian airforce use them for heavy lifting...anyway, that's moot, it would never last up to that kind of bombardment. Before I post. There's just one thing. When you say, aims for the nose, do you mean aims for the inside of the pance, generally near the front, or the actual nose which lifts away like so...

http://www.aeronautics.ru/img001/an124volgadnepr01.jpg

It would cause quite different things to the gaggle of men trying to get out of the plane...

ooc: My militairy structure. http://www.kerensky.tierranet.com/btech/mechlab/isunit.html

ic: The 3 companies advanced slowly, each to their respective direction.
The central droup was now advancing onto the beach. 2 lances on the right side of the pier, and one on the left. They then slowly climbed up onto the promenade, crushing the stone floor beneath the feet of their heavy machines.
1 lance slowly walks on into the promenade building, destroying the glass roof as it walks through it. The other 2 lances walk around the promenade building and secure the Kurhaus. The mechs slowly advance forward. They now stand at the start of the wide main road that leads to The Hague via the Benoorderhout area. They survey the area and then start running down the road, earth shaking below their feet.

Meanwhile the other 2 companies advance alongside the beach, one north and one south. Not finding any enemy contact as of yet.

OOC: *cures damn peculiar Russian technology*

I did not realise the nose was already up. But of course they aim for the entrance then, as that would naturally cause more damage.

ooc: Thelas, my attack was here (http://www.nationstates.net/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1323697#1323697)

Also, backcheck with Tor Yvresse, you support Tator, an Elf- hater ;)

still ooc: Knootoss: ok, when i wrote my post the dominion WAS NOT there, but ok... i edit it here... I still assume Amsterdam/ Rotterdam are still under Knootian control?

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ic:

"Damn!"

The Knights sweared. They weren`t meant for battle, but for sneak operations. this was definitely NOT what they intended to do when they landed... only light weaponery, and the dominion coming near... they retreated together with other Knootian forces and the remainings of the troops that landed on teh beach... the city was a mess. Chaos, it was the only word that actually hit it.

"We must do something, we we retreat further, the results will be horrible!"
"I know, but what?"
"This is a city, damnit, lets make it guerilla warfare."
"Hmmm... ok, try to convince the Knootian forces to hold their positions. Even THEY should know how to fight a guerilla war."
"Will do."

While Hans was trying to find Knootian officers to keep the army to a halt, Stefan was going to control his own men (Knights of Enki), the Knights of Paris (who lost their commander) and the retreating beach forces... with the right tactics, it should be possible to hold the approaching dominion forces of...

---

"Sir, the dominion is still approaching."
"Damnit. Still no casuality reports from the bomber attack?"
"No."
"Damnit. However, we will keep them here, tehy will have to attack once more... no, wait... does Knootoss have enough hydrogen fuel cells for our bombers/ fighters?"
"I will ask."
"And order supplies from home, just in case."
"ok."

(ooc: yes, my airforce does NOT run on cerosin, but hydrogen...)

---

Meanwhile, the psi- teams arrived at the party headquarters of the SLP and the conservative party.

They didn`t wear uniforms, but civilian clothes, even the telepaths.

"Ok... you take out anyone who may be in there. and with taking out, i mean you get their minds under your control and implant a nice memory for the time we`re in, NOT killing them, capische, mindfrigger?"
"Haha."
"Good. Next, team A takes out the internal security. And make sure your OS (optical stealth) gear is not damaged That stuff costs 1.2 mio M€. Then we get in and search for interesting information. Anything clear?"
"Clear."
"Good. Go!"

(ooc: i leave it for Knootoss what exactly is there, damage reports, problems etc. Then i reply about what exactly their want to know/ what they search for. and btw, this was the SLP, conservatives identical)

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Temporary headquarter DA intervention group, Knootoss:

"So... with the dominion in full assault, we need something to do. First of all, guarantee full supplies. What is possible?"
"2640 tons of general supplies by air, daily, 2640 tons of troops and equipment, too. Knootoss misses important tech like MHTEL systems and such. Sea transports can be started immediatly, but will take 5 days until arrival. problem is that the coast is not fully under our control. And our possibility to defend the transporters..."
"Start seatransports immediatly, guard them with standart subs, 10 per convoy. how large the convoys?"
"100 surface transporters per convoy should be possible."
"Good. Do it. Air transports too, sure. What about immediate reinforcements?"
"Well... one more long and mid- range transporter wing... then, with them, one mid- range bomber wing and one long range and one mid- range fighter wing."
"Good. we need them immediatly."
"Will do. Ground forces?"
"No. Not yet, they will come with the sea transports. But about the ones we already have here... what do you think, are the Knootian forces able to withstand an aerial assault? Paratroopers?"
"Definitely, the dominion does not have air superiority. It would be suicide."
"Right. So... send the 20000 we have immediatly into The Hague. Broadcast messages on all stations that the civilians have to withdraw into their cellars. We need place, and civilian casualities are not what we need.
How about the tanks?"
"250 are heavy tanks, it would be suicide to send them into the city... however, the other 250 are light ones... infantry spider tanks. Perfect for this situation."
"Good. Send them in. Immediatly. And send a message to the Knootian command, they must attack everywhere we do not attack, so that the dominion forces are stretched. And let them send backup troops at our back. The left wing of our forces attacks right between the TST and Thelas forces, they have to destroy their connection. The right wing attacks Thelas left wing. Between them, Knootian forces."
"Understood."

"'Agent'. We have a job for you. Seems the Knootoss parliament is still being held hostage. We want you to take care of that." A voice said in his ear. He rogerred the transmission and started to put on his suit.
It's not a big suit. But it places armor all over his body. And the helmet is the same black colour all around. Giving the impression of no eyes.
He grabs his rifle and his combistick and sets out to walk. Engaging the cloack as soon as he get's outside. Then quickly jumping onto the roofs of the buildings and starts to move towards the parliament building.

ooc: Same game as from the We love the elven-queen day celebrations.

(OOC) Well you could have tried to blow the nose off, squish anyone underneath and trap the rest inside...

The plane crumpled under the impact of several shots. Easily 15 of the Dyellians were down, as well as however many flight crew had been onboard, one rolled on the ground shrieking terribly as he was coated in burning fuel. In the confusion more than a few smoke canisters had been dropped and the area around the wreckage began to fill up with smoke.
The second of the two tank destroyers had managed to make its way out of the plane, although the Commander had not ben as lucky, his body lay draped over the hull of the vehicle. The survivors alternatively attempted to take cover behind the tank destroyers where they could, while a few made mad sprints towards the nearest building, (OOC Presumably a terminal).
From somewhere in the haze another anti-tank missile streaked.

"As things stand, Admiral, we're outnumbered and outclassed. Everything depends on how well the allied air attack goes."

They get in range within the hour... But it would be nice to know exactly what will get in range.
*whistling noises*
"Any reports from our landers?"

"Yes sir. Best estimates say we'll all be on land by tomorrow night. The first companies are preparing to move out as we speak."

Well, at least that's some good news.

(OOC - I also hope Rotterdam is still in Knootian hands, if it is assume my forces are around there.)

**Out at Sea**

"Sir. We've got a distress signal, coming from Knootoss."
"Yes, I've already been informed."
"Are we going to do something."
"No, we're not, we're going to hold firm, until our diplomats have tidied up business elsewhere."

***Knootoss Parlementary Building, Knootcap, Knootoss***

"Yes mylord, will do. Over and out" the Black Hand agent put down his radio and looked at Burns. "Burns, come here. Tator is dead, and you are his successor, and therefor the most legitimate candidate for the job of Prime Minister." One of the Black Hand agents who got into the building as a journalist for the meeting got out a voice recorder. "Record a message saying that you are assuming Prime Ministry and that the Dominion forces are here on your invitation to ensure a smooth takeover. Say that things got out of hand, but that SATO should stay away from the Brotherhood of Nod fleet" he handed the voice recorder to Burns and pointed his gun at him.

OOC: I'll be gone tomorrow until tuesday. I'm trying to send Burns message, once recorded, to the SATO fleet threatening my fleet to ensure they won't attack.

(Oh and ignore the black helicopter, too much of a hassle)

High Altitude







Eight four-plane groups of subsonic transports approach Knootoss. From above, eight squads of two Falcon 8 interface fighters and four Peregrine 5 companion drones drop escort positions.







marcellus ritter: flight 1173, report status and provide visual inspection.





A quick visual inspection, by the organic-piloted Falcons. Superstition. More importantly, the Falcons and Peregrines preen for the automated transports' senses.





flight 1173: on time. on target. full funtionality. payloads report 99.6% readiness. no damage apparent on escort flights.





Slightly more than one drone in three hundred reporting fatal errors before even deploying, as expected.





marcellus ritter: acknowledged. moving to escort positions.



The flights sweep in, and start dumping out packages of lightweight surveillance drones over land and see. They carry literally hundreds of thousands.

OOC: I don't know if anyone remembers, but I had begun moving my amphibious task force in a while back--bearing in mind that it is in the South Atlantic, it has a ways to go...
IC:
From above, the Combined Task Force is so many Vs of white water, in three triangle formations moving steadily towards the Dutch coast. An AWACs flight has already gone up, and requests from The Territory's Air Command access to their tactical information.
From head on, aerials, booms and funnels rise above the carrier deck, above helicopter landing pads, replenishment stations and nestled landing craft.
An encrypted message is sent from the Admiral commanding to the senior commander from Endless Islands or Der Angst, requesting the strategic situation and where the Marines are most needed.

An encrypted message is sent from the Admiral commanding to the senior commander from Endless Islands or Der Angst, requesting the strategic situation and where the Marines are most needed.

The answer comes fast (And extremely encrypted, SATO/ WBO- standarts, which are possibly the highest in the world):

Stratetic situation:

Most of Knootoss is under SATO- control, except The Hague.

Friendly fleets: Endless Islands, Der Angst, Knootian navy, Sunset, Valinon, Clangerland

Enemy fleets: The Silver Turtle, Brotherhod of Nod (ooc: inactive til tuesday) Thelas, (Possibly) Dyelli Belli

The Hague: relatively the center of the coast.

Air superiority: Assuming SATO- superiority, no guarantee

current events: The Hague under control of Dominion + allied forces, Knootoss government unable to act, Der Angst and (hopefully) Knootoss forces starting a counterattack.

Possible use of Lavenrunz forces: 1. destroying dominion fleets, cut their supply lines

2. invasion at The Hague coastline/ beach to surround invasion force.

Problems: Urban warfare, massive fighting will destroy huge parts of The Hague, limited efficiency of Air support

~ DA intervention force 'Knootoss' central command.

Friendly fleets: Endless Islands, Der Angst, Knootian navy, Sunset, Valinon

Ahem...

Friendly fleets: Endless Islands, Der Angst, Knootian navy, Sunset, Valinon

Ahem...

and a few insignificant ones.

Sorry, edited ^_^

A massive column or armour, men, and light armour moves rapidly away from Valinon-secured Amsterdam. Lord Adonis riades atop a command tank Leman Russ. He listens to the shrieks overhead, the Needle squadrons, jet coptors, and Longshards from the orbital fleets.
A hologram of several tank commanders appar in front of him.
"We won't be worrying about air superiority now, gentlemen," Adois says gravely. "However, be on your guard, this Dominion scum has Tator's lackeys on their sides and they are nothing but terrorist."
"Yes, Lord."
"We will try to capture the Hague entact, this means urban warfare. Prep all your men for this, we are in for a long battle. But by the end every street corner of the Hague will be Knootoss again, and the Dominion and their brownshirt servants gone."

[OOC: Apologies for OOCness, but... Semir-randil assault on the Thelassian fleet has been accordingly edited to say '27 mach' instead of the erroneous '26m/s' - I have no idea why I said 26m/s.]

OOC: Thought that looked funny Ma-Tek ;).

IC:
"Sorry - no spares except for pistols." The door gunner on the copter told Vercetti. He threw out a box of 4 pistols and some ammunition. "Thanks!" The gunner waved as the copter took off with the last load of ex-hostages. Vercetti ran back to the roof access door where Washington waited. "Pistols - that's it." "Better than nothing. But we are down a man - Montoya was killed. We are going to be the only men in the center of the city in a bit - HQ ordered a pull out."

The two watched this happen - assault shuttles picked up men from the buildings all around them and raced for the outskirts. All around them Republic fighters dived and dodged, engaging what little opposing air power remained. Washington's comm-link came alive. "Admiral - two shuttles are being sent to retrieve you and your men." "Have them put down on the roof - we are not leaving until we get the party heads out of there."

The two shuttles came in moments later and Vercetti raced over to them. Heading straight for the weapons locker he pulled out seven rifles and as much ammo as he could carry. He tottered back to the door, almost loosing his balance twice under the load. "Here we go - one for you Admiral." "Perhaps I better help you down, I'm sure these guys can hold it." He gestured to the hard-looking men and women of the ERT team.

Quickly they spread out, rearming the security teams. "I think it's time for a push," Washington said to the head of the ERT teams. They were gathered at the base of a stairwell. "We are running out of Brownshirts here, we should head for the chamber and try to secure it."

Agent jumped from roof to roof and ran with inhuman speed. It wasn't before long untill he reached the parliament building. Nothing to hard. Why do they always give me the easy assignments. He thought to himself and smiled.
He did something with his suit and soon a ear deafenning high pitched noise could be heard. Shattering all the windows in the area. Then the noise stopped. Agent stood there looking to see what his foe would do, and quickly decided they were non the wiser and went inside the parliament building. His cloack still on.

OOC: Thought that looked funny Ma-Tek ;).

IC:
"Sorry - no spares except for pistols." The door gunner on the copter told Vercetti. He threw out a box of 4 pistols and some ammunition. "Thanks!" The gunner waved as the copter took off with the last load of ex-hostages. Vercetti ran back to the roof access door where Washington waited. "Pistols - that's it." "Better than nothing. But we are down a man - Montoya was killed. We are going to be the only men in the center of the city in a bit - HQ ordered a pull out."

The two watched this happen - assault shuttles picked up men from the buildings all around them and raced for the outskirts. All around them Republic fighters dived and dodged, engaging what little opposing air power remained. Washington's comm-link came alive. "Admiral - two shuttles are being sent to retrieve you and your men." "Have them put down on the roof - we are not leaving until we get the party heads out of there."

The two shuttles came in moments later and Vercetti raced over to them. Heading straight for the weapons locker he pulled out seven rifles and as much ammo as he could carry. He tottered back to the door, almost loosing his balance twice under the load. "Here we go - one for you Admiral." "Perhaps I better help you down, I'm sure these guys can hold it." He gestured to the hard-looking men and women of the ERT team.

Quickly they spread out, rearming the security teams. "I think it's time for a push," Washington said to the head of the ERT teams. They were gathered at the base of a stairwell. "We are running out of Brownshirts here, we should head for the chamber and try to secure it."

"Very good," says Jorgman. "Let us teach these Neo-Nazi bastards how real men fight a war."
Jorgman motions to his men, they begin to follow the Sunset forces. Then Jorgman stops.
"I have managed to keep two of our jet coptors here, but most of the Valinon and Knootoss forces are pulling back. However, Lord Adonis is launching an assault to resecure the Hague before the Dominion can become to entrenched. Let's move quickly, with any luck we can throw these damned terrorist out of the parliament."
Jorgman listens as far in the distance multiple thrummings occur as jet coptors leave carrying MPs, delegates, and civilians.

(The Lavenrunzian Task Force begins preparations for a beach invasion. AWACs does a high altitude recon; Seelow Commandos slip into the area under cover of darkness. Planning adjustments take place)

"Very good," says Jorgman. "Let us teach these Neo-Nazi bastards how real men fight a war."
Jorgman motions to his men, they begin to follow the Sunset forces. Then Jorgman stops.
"I have managed to keep two of our jet coptors here, but most of the Valinon and Knootoss forces are pulling back. However, Lord Adonis is launching an assault to resecure the Hague before the Dominion can become to entrenched. Let's move quickly, with any luck we can throw these damned terrorist out of the parliament."
Jorgman listens as far in the distance multiple thrummings occur as jet coptors leave carrying MPs, delegates, and civilians.

Quickly but cautiously the teams made their way down the hallway. The SDF officers led - they knew the layout a little better at this point. As they approached the chamber foyer they ran into their first opposition - a mob of brownshirts smashing the offices of the SLP. "Too bad about this place, it used to look so nice." Wilkins said as he leaned around the corner.

WHUMP! A 40mm grenade shot down the hallway, aimed at a marble wall just in front of the brownshirts. The explosion and shrapnel bounced off the wall scything into the mob. Vercetti and Lee popped out and began firing, covering the ERT men in their advance up the hallway.

OOC: Anyone seen Bad Boys II? The raid on the mansion at the end is a textbook example of a spec ops action. I'm going for that kind of feel - textbook.

The Valinon ERTs are not to be out done. They send a flurry of flashbangs down and then several frag grenades. Then Lieutenant Jorgman and his men begin to fire their Impaler rifles, sending "spikes" of composite steel/titanium racing toward their victims, and then passing through them. Deadly weapons, created when Valinon faced down the hordes of Greater Ironholm and the fanatical soldiers of the Dominion of Outer Centauri. In Valinon war may be called an art, but it is very much a science of death as well.

"Anyone moving up there?" Wilkins asked, popping his head out for a quick look. "Nope - let's keep moving." The teams advanced from cover to cover - the SDF team didn't take any chances. Washington was in the rear monitoring communications. "Adonis is coming in." he said, and it was echoed in truth as the dull whump of tank fire began. Suddenly there was a loud keening and the sound of broken glass. "What was that?" "No idea. Keep a sharp eye out though."

The teams rounded the last corridor and saw the chamber doors with a horde of brownshirts pounding to get in. "What's the plan?" Wilkins said, popping his head back. "If we open fire at this angle we might hit anything beyond the doors."

"Tell me," Jorgman says to Wilkins, "do you men have an gas masks?"
"If not that's find as well, though. Sargeant! Get up here," a ERT Sardaukar rapidly approaches.
"Give me twelve flashbangs, ten frags, and eight cryo-flash gernades. Oh, and the CX-993 gernades. Give any men that don't have gas masks one of ours."
As the sergeant hands at small, compact gas masks from the ERT kits, Jorgman begins to assemble a long-tubed weapon. Then he begins to slide the gernades laid out before him into an array of empty clips. When he is done the assemble looks very much like a miniature bazooka.
"I think it is time to show off some of our skills, Mr. Wilkins," Jorgman checks a small display on one side of the barrel then flips out a small screen.

"Gas? Let's check something..." Wilkins takes a look around, checking for any air-conditioning vents or fans. "I hope it's not lethal - it could drift into the main chamber. The windows are shattered and the fans are on. Air circulation. We could take out the fan's though."

OOC: That was the non-lethal stuff though, if I remember correctly.

[OOC: Apologies for OOCness, but... Semir-randil assault on the Thelassian fleet has been accordingly edited to say '27 mach' instead of the erroneous '26m/s' - I have no idea why I said 26m/s.]

Considering that there are hardly any ships remaining after my/ EIs and Knootoss assault on his fleet (Page 9), i wonder WHAT you attacked ;)

Yes, i still await damage report, but ~3700 anti ship missiles (yes, bombers and missiles were shot down, others missed... say 1850?) tend to do at least some damage *cough*

ic:

"This is the SATO intervention force one! All civilians, please stay in your cellars! I repeat, please stay in your cellars, The Hague is now a combat theatre! Stay in your cellars and make sure the SATO intervention force and the Knootian army is not in any way hindered!"

Slowly, they came in... the Mark IV Spidertanks "Burning Rose", with their 30mm guns ready to fire... and the Mechanical divisions, their 20mm battleguns aiming at everything that moved, waiting for the first dominion troops, using every chance to cover themselves even now, without knowing where exactly the dominion troops where... small, solar- powered drohnes, not larger than a hawk, flying through the streets, searching for the enemy...

Judgement day.

*doesn`t bother reading Lord Squalls post*

*agrees with Byelli Belli* with what you said now, your fleet is indeed acceptable. Still suicide, though ;)

As a last point: Actually, experimental planes that hit Mach 10 existed in the seventies, if i recall it right. Drohnes are not SOOO hard. and yes, you can be that fast below 100km orbit. WAY below. As for me, i see no reason to ignore Thelas tech, with insanely high costs, this tech is actually possible today, and if he plays slightly in the future... why not? (Not to mention that i use Mach 10 fighters myselve *cough* Although i generally downgrade the stuff to enemy level, well, if he has it... So, generally, i am willing to accept it. I would also like to note that in the first and second thread, i used telepaths. They were accepted without questioning, so why shouldn`t Thelas use his stuff?

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ic:

"What the hell?"
"Seems like the dominion cancelled negotiations... large invasion forces detected."
"DAMN! What do they think they are?"
"Well... the dominion, i would think..."
"You have a point... Where is the Dyelli Belli fleet?"
"Right outside the 200 miles exclusive economic zone."
"Hmmm... So far, they haven`t commited any acts of aggression... cancel the attack on them... can our bombers reach the Thelas fleet?"
"Well... yeah, they can."
"Good. Ignore Dyelli Belli, crush this bastards. If THAT is what they call negotiations... well, we can play the game as well as they can."

---

The bombers crossed the Knootoss coast north- east. Satellite data showed Thelas transports, but their objective was another...

Finally, the Endless Island planes joined them... the formation was now enormous, extreme. The giant formation was several kilometers long and wide...

"Incoming message from White Hawk command."
"Abort attack on Dyelli Belli, instead attack fleet at the following coordinates..."
"Damn..."
"Well, we will see..."

It took them nearly an hour to arrive at the new coordinates... and there it was, the Thelas fleet...

"Scanners get images... and... there it is."
"Hmmm... not very many warships."
"But masses of troop transporters... attack, NOW!"

*assumes Thelas launches any figthers he has, will edit if wished*

"Jack, he`s behind y... NOOOOOOOO! Bastard!"

"Incoming missile... heatbait fired... missile lost."
"Good job."

"Got ya, boy!"
"Hey, good job, Michael!"
"Yeah, my third one. YEEEHAAA!"

"Incoming missiles... AA defence of the fleet."
"Launch first wave."
"Launched."

"What are the Endless Islands pilots doing? LAUNCH, DAMNIT!"

"NOOOO!!!!!!!!" *Two fighters collide*

"Second wave... fire!"
"Fired."

"Incoming missile defence."
"Damn, this guys have something."
"Beta squadron lost half of it´s fighters!"

"Got it."
"Last one... and... gone, boy."
"YAY! And one more is gone!"
"Wow, that one was good... took out three of us... i`m glad he survived. Even if he is an enemy."

"Incoming missiles. Bombers endangered."

"DAMN!"

"A14 is gone..."

"NOOO! Brother!"

"Start third wave."

"HA! Hit him!"
"One destroyer... not bad, pal."

"Zeta squadron is wiped out."
"WHAT? Maria...
"No, i saw her bomber, seems like all escaped."

"Incoming wave."

"GOTCHA! One less, guys."
"Jack, behind you!"
*explosion*
"No..."

"Launch fourth and last wave."

"HA! Take that!"

"I hit him! WE.. WE hit them!"

"All missiles fired, abort attack, return to Knootoss airbases."

"Ok guys, back, lets enjoy our reward."
"I hope she`s still a virgin."
"You are so cruel..."

ooc: they aimed at the large ships first, then the smaller ones. Both, transporters as well as battle vessels. I will post losses later, question, how strong is your anti- air defence on the ships?

The bombers had between 2- 4 anti- ship missiles, 1232 bombers (just calculated it, number was smaller than i though, fighter number is identical), warheads either 500kg or 250kg. You do the math ;)

As for tech level: i normally downgrade, depending on the enemy. Depending on what techlevel you choose... if you use what you mentioned above: identical abilities, so, whereever you decide to have your techlevel, we should match each other.

As for my formation (airbattle tactics) bombersquadrons close together, with large gaps between the squadrons. Every bombersquadron is protected by a fighter squadron, the fighters don`t stay with the bombers, every enemy coming in sight will immediatly be attacked, and parts of squadrons will leave their positions when other squadrons are attacked by superior enemy forces (you have two carriers, so i somehow doubt that will happen ^_^), to help them.

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ic again:

"Fire, fire at will!"
The 2000 men and 200 tanks at the La Hague beach fough their way towards the city. The light spider tanks and their 30mm rapid fire guns with flechette ammunition did horrid things to the Thelas and TST forces, the beach was covered with blood... however, when they reached the outskirts of the city, the beach still in sight, half of the man, as well as half of the tanks, was gone, destroyed in the horrible crossfire around them.
They had only one aim: reach Knootoss troops, to find a relatively safe positions...
"What the..."
Four cruise missiles just hit, destroying, killing, even more of them... Everywhere explosions, obviously, they were only hit by a small part of the complete attack...
"Manfred... MANFRED!"
A soldier hold the mechanical head of his best friend in his arms... crying... the pain... oh the pain... the pain of war... it would never go away..."

---

Knoocap city:

"Ah, there is the parliament..."
"Good... all out, gain control of the whole sector, NOW!"

And they got out... Knights of Enki, together with the Knights of Paris. Gaining control over the parliament was neccessary... they NEEDED a government to speak, not hostages and a nation unable to act...

EDIT: IC:

Meanwhile, the six subfleets that left Arda sea slowly came near Knootoss... although they were still out of range.

(ooc: subfleets = you should know for what you search to find it, finding them 'accidentally' should be impossible.

Although, it doesn`t take to much imagination to know where they are.. they are not at home, they are not at Arda...)

OOC: Bad move Der Angst, NOTE about Tech: My battleships and cruissiers have CSAMs Cluster Surface to Air Missiles. Think of a truck launched SAM, take off the warhead, make the fuel pod bigger, strap 20 shoulder launched Stingers and attach the bundle to the base, each battleship has 20 launchers on each side, same with the cruisiers. Also, the AA ships, also called Sheild Destroyers are equiped with ECMs/Countermesures/LOTS of Phalanx anti-missile guns (all ships have them, the sheils just have 10 on each side so, Der Angst, you are also attacking a fleet with TWO suppercarriers so if damagwes are low tell me. also Ma-Tek, remember about M#s not being allowed as offencive weapons :evil:

IC: Then Thelas fleet scrambled almost 100 fighters and 20 Flying Aircraft Destroyers (think planes with a LOT of computer guided RADAR directed machine gunes) as they detected the enemy air attack, Sheild Ships were sent to the outside of the Armada, all of the ships in the fleet readied Phalanx cannons, then as soon as the air fleet enterd range, all hell broke lose. Fifty CSAMs were fired, each of the twenty smaller missiles with an independant target, by the time enemy missiles were fired allready many of the enemy planes were knocked out, then the Phalanx guns oppend up, then the exsperimental Metal Storm cannons fired filling the missile range (most anti-ship missiles have to come at the target from close to the watwer, mainly to be stealthy) with AP shells (armor peircing NOTm accselarated proggectile) losses in Thelas fleet, unfortunatly not all missiles were destroyed (loses after I come backfrom Golfing)

Deep in a Thelas millitary instalation, the new Thelas president Jonathan Reather is standing in front of a large table, a figure is behind the table, the commanders of the Thelas Armed Forces are standing behind the President, the shadowd figure speaks,

"Reather, what is the situation in Knootoss?"
"shurly you know sir, but, we are being beatten back, with out support from other Dominion members or other Thelas forces Tator loalists will lose"
"I know Reather, I have orderd Thelas space command to ready another 200 dropships, loaded with 1,000 troops and about 100 light tanks and about 50 heavy tanks, I am also diverting three strategic suibs to the area, also, I am sending 2 Wraith class (I do not have acsess to my dictionary, Sindarin) submarines to the area, with fully 200 spec ops, forces to the area"
One of the commanders speaks up.
"sir why have you orderd missiles to be readied?"
"because leutenant if all else fails we can destroy the dikes and flood Knootoss, one more thing, send the other 5 assault fleets to the first one, stand by for missile war if need be"

To Knootoss :

You asked me to help you, and I will, but only when I know WHY i'd help you ! so please make a sum-up !
OOC: I asked you not b/c I really need more persons involved, but simply because you have a base in my nation and I can hardly ignore that. The reasons for the whole operation are political. (assasination of the leader of the conservative party who had "won" the elections, etc) and really there is not a one-word summary to it. But you can also declare neutrality because the situation is confusing and then I have the military base-problem solved. :)

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"Not lethal, but the poor fools that get a whiff will wish it was," and with that Jorgman brings his weapon to bears and begins to cycle through his clips. First twelve flashbangs go forth blinding most of the oncoming brownshirts, then come ten fragmentation gernades, spraying metal spikes and shards on the would be attackers, and finally six cryo-flash gernades explode near the rear of the room, dipping tempatures to 90 Kelvin and icing the wall of the hall. Jorgan then fires just three of the gas gernades and then stops, pausing to make sure everything is stil in working order.
"That should take care of an immediate threat, Wilkins, let us move."

******

Outside the city, Adonis and his force are 10 miles away from the Hague. He comms th jet coptor commanders.
"I want thre recon squads of coptors to scout the Hague and run light interference. Also send four Needle interceptors for immediate aero interference."
The aero elements separate from the main Valinon/Ortagan force and speed off. They now also have several rallid Knootoss forces with them.
Adonis hurriedly sends a message to Vice Admiral Perry.

******

Perry receives the message he turns to the bridge crew.
"Stay near the Hague, we will provide support in the Hague theater and make sure no other navies gain the upper hand. Send the Atlantian subs out for perimeter recon and tactical force."
"Yes, Admiral."
"I also want regular Needle recon flights of an area three hundred miles with the Bartholomw as its epicenter."

[OOC: AAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRGH! Double post. And the other post ought to be on the end of the next page. Confusion reigns...]

[OOC: Edited. Reposted.]

Knootoss, how many planes were sent against me?

*On board the Dyelli Beybian Armada*
The Grand Admiral strode into the Command Centre of the Sevastopol, the pride of the Dyelli Beybian Navy. he swept his hat on as one Petty Officer announced his presence. Without waiting for the other officers to stand to attention he began, "This is it men, orders at last, time to move in. Order the Armada to proceed cautiously into Knootos waters. Reports have been coming in of an unprovoked attack on a civilian aircraft. We are now at war."

*Simultaneously on Dyelli Beybian Television*
"We interupt this broadcast to bring you a message from the Tzar himself."
The Tzar was seated behind a table, his eyes gleaming insanely,
"Today, tragedy has struck our country. The Illegitimate and dangerously Communist Government of Knootoss has attacked, in a vile act of premeditated violence, a civilian plane landing in their airport, with the unconfirmed loss of all onboard. Dyelli Beybi is a peaceful and tolerant nation, but such heinous acts of terrorism cannot be tolerated. We have been forced into a corner, one we cannot leave from, save by the unsavoury route of war. I have, only moments ago, issued a formal declaration of War upon the Rogue Nation of Knootoss. We shall not rest until vengeance is ours. May the Good Lord rest the sould of those who are even now preparing to bring the fight for justice to this vile Nation!"

"We now return to 'Slaughter of Sin'"

(OOC) Just to reiterate. I am going to ignore any space bombardments on my fleet or any other such ubertech nonsense.

bump

Deep in a Thelas millitary instalation, the new Thelas president Jonathan Reather is standing in front of a large table, a figure is behind the table, the commanders of the Thelas Armed Forces are standing behind the President, the shadowd figure speaks,

"Reather, what is the situation in Knootoss?"
"shurly you know sir, but, we are being beatten back, with out support from other Dominion members or other Thelas forces Tator loalists will lose"
"I know Reather, I have orderd Thelas space command to ready another 200 dropships, loaded with 1,000 troops and about 100 light tanks and about 50 heavy tanks, I am also diverting three strategic suibs to the area, also, I am sending 2 Wraith class (I do not have acsess to my dictionary, Sindarin) submarines to the area, with fully 200 spec ops, forces to the area"
One of the commanders speaks up.
"sir why have you orderd missiles to be readied?"
"because leutenant if all else fails we can destroy the dikes and flood Knootoss, one more thing, send the other 5 assault fleets to the first one, stand by for missile war if need be"

[OOC: Post losses from the Semir-randil assault. Quickly, please. See the previous page for the assault.]

*stares at the scene of utter chaos before her*...*smirks*..

Orient

Quite fearsomely rapidly, the Semir-randil vaults out of the water in a strange hopping maneuver, changing course within several seconds.

She plows through the water, sinking low to the waterline in battle-readiness, and ignores the Nod fleet as requested.

Instead...

* * *

Observe

Up in a low, geo-synch orbit above Knootoss, a MISAT fires a pulse of microwaves at the ocean far, far below. The microwave beam scours the ocean, clearly hunting for something...

Decide

...and they find it. A number of microwave beams lance out upon contact with the Thelassian battlefleet; they hold steady to their targets, and are so low intensity that it's highly unlikely the Thelassian's will even be aware that there is currently an active target lock on them.

Not that it matters-

* * *

Act

The Semir-randil begins launching kinetic kill missiles, white-hot objects streaking away from her upper deck launchers at immense speed. Roars ripple across the ocean as they breach the sound barrier on the way up to their first phase destinations...

...and they slow as they arrive at 250,000 feet above sea-level, intersecting with the microwave beams that are locked onto their targets.

At fearsome speed, and accelerating all the way down towards their eventual target velocity of 27 mach, the kinetic kill missiles hurtle down the targeting beams towards the Thelassian battlefleet far below...

* * *

On the bridge of the IDS Semir-randil, a single blinking display declares:

OODA Cycle Complete

[EDIT: Bloody typo. Thanks for spotting it.]

Alright, as soon as I get force numbers from the main air assualt

"That's just nasty..." Wilkins said as he stepped over and through the mass of men near the chamber doors. Blood had frozen on the floor, creating slippery spots. Flash-frozen organs skittered around the marble floor like gruesome hockey pucks.

The SDF and ERT men completed sweeping the main chamber, looking for any survivors. A couple had come charging out of side rooms, but the troops simple side stepped and shot them. Doubtlessly the men in the main chamber had noticed to sudden lack of noise, so Wilkins was quick to put the fibre back under the door to see what was going on inside.

(OOC: How are we going to handle NOD not being here? I would suggest Knootoss handle them, as this is his thread. Plus he can come up with something suitably dramatic.)

<<disregard this little error>>

Working on a post right now, please stop posting or the timeline will be screwed up. :) Thank you.

~Da creator of da thread

[OOC: Brief OOCness:

Thelas, are you talking about missile numbers? Thirty missiles were launched. There was no EOTED air assault, however. It was a naval bombardment involving kinetic missiles.]

ooc: Thelas, it was in that post... ~1200 bombers, with ~ 3 missiles/ bomber. and the same amount of fighters. Damnit, why do i write it in te attack posts when nobody reads it properly?

And yes, it was a joint attack of three nations, and i used most heavy bombers i have.

and now post damage, as i intend to post mine, to, after yopurs.

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ic:

SLP Headquarters: The men hadn`t much time, and took what they could get:

-“Proposed new military policy – beyond interventionism”
-“Changes in foreign policy towards Menelmacar nota: (conceptual)”
-“Plan C (ACE)”
-“Liberal Alliance plans. A new organisation?”

Then they quickly left the building...

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The Hague:

"Damn... don`t they have any guts?"
"Dunno... i think it`s the first time they are in war..."
"It`s not so diifferent with us."
"True, but to be honest, we are not AS easily to kill than they are..."
"However... wait, whats that?"

A spider tank appeared from behind, the Knootoss forces, not used to the view, stopped to watch it... it was followed by more tanks, by mechanised infantry, by many, many men...

The reinforcements arrived.

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Military airfields, Knootoss:

refueling the bombers and fighters was easy enough, they were lucky Knootoss choosed future energy rather than the old- fashioned cerosine...

Anyone was busy working, refueling, rearming... the second wave should come early enough.

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Carrierfleets, inside Knootian sea:

"Did you hear it?"
"Yes... Dyelli Belli declared war..."
"Stats on their fleet?"
"Wait a second... incoming satellite data... a, here."
"Lets see... hmmm... thats bad."
"Sir?"
"Not a large airforce, but many smaller ships... we have all our ships under water, so we are extremely vulnerable, once they act."
"They do not yet know our position. We are 400km away from them, and the Thelassian, if ther is anything that remained, and the TST fleet are between us."
"True. Makes it even more dangerous. As a matter of fact, we need a few minutes to get our carriers to the surface. Give command to all allied forces to attack the Dyelli Belli Fleet with anything they have. We will distract TST with massive missile strikes the very moment our carriers emerge. Understood?"
"Perfectly."

Dyelli Belli declared war at Knootoss. It`s fleet here is a danger that must be eleminated. It will be eleminated. However, we are very vulnerable for a short amount of time, when launching an attack, and need support. So, Clangerland, Valinion, Sunset, Knootian Fleet, Lavenrunz: Attack Dyelli Belli with massive force, if you have the ressources, attack TST and Nod as well. It will distract them, and give us the time we need to launch our own forces.

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ooc: i possess 9 carrier fleets (although i plan to reduce that number, but that will happen AFTER the war), 6 of them, all coming from the Melkor war, are here.

Every carrier fleet consists of: 3 carriers 6 cruisers 12 destroyers and 24 frigates

ALL of them are submarines, yes, even the carriers. That`s at the same time a huge advantage and a huge disadvantage. It`s up to my enemies to find the disadvantages ;)

Edit: ARGH, though i could already post without this time- problem <.<