Fire and Blood [Iron Empire T3 Dominion of Miasma & Tera Lush]

[Sila]

A warm smile grew on Sila's face. She was glad to hear that the plump representative was so open to hear what she has to say. "Very well then." Sila shuffled through the papers on her desk to find the one she had just for this moment. "Ah, here we are." Sila pushed all the papers but one off to the side. She then reached beneath her labcoat into her left breast pocket and pulled out her glasses and put them on her face then began reading the paper to the representative.

"I have only a few terms to discuss with you and your people. Should you accept them, I can certainly guarantee that the Iron Empire will have the full support of the Chiss save for the few rebels who think they are more than what they truly are. Firstly, I want my house, House Miurani, to be named Commander-in-chief. With me at the head, Csilla will prosper greatly and, by association, the Iron Empire shall as well. Secondly, Csillian Labs. Since Csilla is under the influence of the Iron Empire, I have to abide by your rules. What I am asking of your Iron Empire is to keep the integrity of Csillian Labs and not ask us to alter what it is we do here. In exchange, all of our research and development will solely benefit the empire. Lastly, I require training in the ways of the Force. I am aware that your, what is it you call them? Iron Legion? I am aware that they are quite busy individuals, but I am sure there is one you have I could speak with. These are my terms. If they seem to steep, I am open to negotiation."

[member="Iron Empire NPC"]

 

[Djonas Vile]

Location: Miasma
Objective: Search and Rescue
Post: II


Jonas approached the stronghold where his allies were being held captive. At least, that's what the reports told him. He hid himself behind a fallen column a few yards from the entrance of the ruins. He peeked over his cover to see what it was he was up against. There were several Chiss there, armed fairly heavily. "If I'm going to do this, it will have to be quick." Jonas leaped into the air and, with the aid of the force, flew swiftly and silently into the air. He came down into the middle of the group of Chiss and, once his feet met the ground, he ignited both of his orange lightsabers and began cutting through the guards. With ease, he quickly finished them off without making too much of a scene and disengaged his lightsabers. He looked around for any other rebels before walking into the ruins.

"Where could they be..?" Jonas moved as silently as he could as he searched the ruins for any signs of Aster. He was able to avoid guards by tracking their movements, a skill he learned from his time spent with the Graug.

[member="Aster Rose Baelor"]

 

[Aster Rose Baelor]

Location: Miasma
Objective: Be a prisoner?
Post: 06/27

Aster nodded weakly at the alien's words and stared curiously at the game he removed from his pocket. "Sounds like a good way to pass the time. Boredom is probably one of the biggest killers of hostages," she said half joking.

"I have never seen this game before, how is it played?" Though she had lived a privileged life, waited on by servants, she hadn't the opportunity to play many games - or rather, she never had anyone to play one with. For almost all of her life, she was but a bird in a gilded cage - a slave to the wills of those who chose to exert their powers over her.

"I am afraid the dagger will do little good in my hands if we were attacked," Aster said and gestured at her bandaged leg, dyed red blood. "I lack the mobility to use it. However, do not you worry yourself, I have a secret weapon the terrorists have not discovered yet," she whispered and pat the single pearl that hung unassumingly on a delicate silver chain around her neck.

[member="Benedict Rotadaria"]​

 

[Benedict Rotadaria]

"That pearl, what is it? I've never seen anything like it before." Ben sat bewildered by this pearl. I was probably an amulet that had immense power stored in it, hopefully. "I see you don't need the dagger, I'll use it then. They took my rapier and other belongings when they threw me in here, except for this game of course. I'll show you how it goes." Picking up a pile of four beads from the first hole, dropped one into each of the following cups. Once done with that, he sat the board down and pushed it to Aster. "It is your turn. We've got little time, try to go quick. Take your time, but go quick." Ben didn't want to rush her, he only wanted to finish a game before she or him was taken away to another cell. Sitting patiently, he waited for her move.
[member="Aster Rose Baelor"]

 

[Théodred Heavenshield]

Tera Lush
Objective: Join with local resistance forces and free the shackled Lushiens.
Location: Rain Forest on Tera Lush - some distance from Sorios

(2)

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He knew he was close, so he tucked the scanner away under his jacket. There was a strange quiet here in the forest and his force senses only confirmed it, the creatures seemed to be aware of it too and had vanished from sight and sound but this curled the corners of Theo's mouth as he became aware of his surroundings more and the presence of several individuals close by. His 'walking' with what seemed to be a lack of purpose had in actuality triggered the senors of the resistance warning systems and they knew of his approach.

So Theo kept up the pretense of this and it was not long before several barrels of rifles pointed in his direction with one man stepping from the bushes. "State your business here", came the inquiry and rightly so.

Theo raised his hands above his head to show he 'surrendered', "I am Theo Heavenshield of the Iron Empire and I have come looking for the leader of the resistance". The man edged closer, he was not armed but did not need to be and Theo could sense he was force attuned where he was trained or not, it appeared the man was strong with the force.

"Have you now", came the incredulious reply. "What would the likes of someone from the Empire want with them?".

"To help", Theo lowered his hands to his side. "If you know of the resistance, I am sure you are aware there is a war on at the moment on Tera Lush". He did not mention the battle to rescue Lady Aster as to them, that would be of no import. The man's brow raised at this, "Seems you are well informed of this resistance and what is going on. I suppose it is to be expected. Well .. you have found the resistance, and now you will come with us and we will verify your story, if it does not check out ...", yeah that would end in tears and Theo started to doubt his mother's 'wisdom'.

 

[Aster Rose Baelor]

Location: Miasma
Objective: Be a prisoner?
Post: 07/27

"This is a stun pearl," Aster started to explain. "Designed by Heartbeat House, this is a discreet stun grenade. Although I have yet to use it, I hear it knocks its victims out - quite an interesting weapon, don't you agree?" she smiled softly as she showed off the dainty necklace.

The platinum blond haired teenager watched quietly as the alien distributed the beads from the first hole to each of the holes that followed. Not quite understanding how to play the game, she mirrored the alien's move on her side of the board with the blue pieces.

"It's your turn," Aster said and winced in pain as she shifted her injured leg. She could not allow herself to break, she had to persevere. The Iron Empire's personnel were coming for her.

[member="Benedict Rotadaria"] - [member="Jonas Vile"]​

 

[Zeradias Mant]

Location: ISV Retribution, Miasma, High Orbit
Objective: III
Allies: [member="Arisa Yune"], [member="Aleksander Miles"], Iron Empire, Chiss Expansionary Defense Fleet
Enemies: Chiss Liberation Front Fleet
4

Battlegroup Gryphon's superior firepower was unrivaled. As neon beams of blue and green protruded the black vacuum of space, colliding with a number of shielded frigates. The enemy, however, was largely disorganized, united only by a common cause. With a lack of discipline and questionable values, the Chiss Liberation Front's line already began to break. As the majority of the hostile fleet advanced, there was a handful of vessels that opted not to share in their comrades' demise. Surely they knew the mission was suicide when they chose to combat the naval firepower of the Iron Empire Navy.

Zeradias continued to peer out the window of the bridge. It was glorious. The choir of turbolasers and ion cannons shared in the tearing asunder of the terrorist fleet. The ships of Battlegroup Raven continued their advance, fighters pitting themselves against an enemy who's sole mission was the Iron Empire's destruction.

"How is Commander Miles progressing?", Zeradias asked of his fire coordination chief.

 

[Aleksander Miles]

Aleksander sat calmly in the command throne his eyes locked not on the battle before him but on the holo board that displayed his most current strategy game against some poor fool who thought they could win an easy couple thousand credits off of the young man. He glanced up as one of his crew approached pressing a button to hide himself from his opponent he looked over and chuckled looking out the window calmly. "Inform Vice Admiral Mant that we are doing well and our prey seems to think they have gained the upper hand against one of my feints they should be annihilated in no more than 2 hours if not sooner. In an hour I shall leave to tend to things on the ground the Ebon Guard shall be coming with me." With that said he turned back to his game against his opponent knowing that in under an hour he would be 10K credits richer.

[member="Zeradias Mant"]

 

[Kimiko Taiyou]

Location: Miasma, low orbit aboard the Cyaron
Objective: 2, Rescue the Princess!
Allies: Her own companions
Post: 1/??

Spoiler

I'm late to the party, I know!

The nimble corvette rocketed through the planet's atmosphere towards the location of the most likely location the terrorists were holding the Princess. They had slipped through the engaging fleets without so much as another blinking in their direction. Now, as the ground forces had received the orders to advance, so did the crew aboard the Cyaron.

A younger woman sat at the helm. Her light brunette hair expertly tied back and out the way of her focused green eyes as they watched the instrument panels before her. Tsubasa's mentor stood off to her side and monitored her charge's progress with a slight grin.

"Tsubasa, make sure not to overcompensate on your entry, keep the nose just above the horizon."

"Yes Ma'am." the girl replied.

Towards the rear of the small bridge, the girl's adopted mother looked on proudly before silently slipping through the hatch.

Kimiko strode confidently through the passages, clad in her new armor, towards her currently preparing comrades. All but three of them would join her, giving her six members to lead and worry about for the mission.

Her worry subsided upon reaching the small cargo bay, where her team was assembling. Instantly, all of their eyes were on her, and she felt the heat creep up her face as she returned the look with curiosity.

"Wh-What is it? Does the armor look bad?" Ki questioned while looking at herself.

The question was answered by You letting out a long whistle while Kanan answered,"Not at all Ki. It actually looks pretty good on ya, for a pregnant woman."

The instructor's words produced a few quiet chuckles from her counterparts. Ki blushed slightly, accepting of the compliment.

"Thank you Kanan, ladies. I appreciate the compliment, but let's get ready to roll shall we?" she asked her group, earning a small cheer from the women.

They quickly began going over plans to infiltrate and secure the Princess.

 

[Théodred Heavenshield]

Tera Lush
Objective: Join with local resistance forces and free the shackled Lushiens.
Location: Rain Forest on Tera Lush - some distance from Sorios

(3)


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Everything went dark around him, the group had lead Theo into a small opening in what appeared to be a cliff face hidden by dense foliage but in reality, it was man made and the entrance to the resistance underground head quarters here on Tera Lush. They prodded him in the back forcing him forward down the darkened tunnel which was not long and soon opened out into a large room filled with all manner of screens and holodisplays constantly scrolling fed information from several parts of the systems within the area. Including, Miasma.

"We heard about what happened on Csilla, the terrorist attacks and the kidnapping of the Royal Lady Baelor ... not much we can do about that I am afraid", the leader said as he strolled around the room casting an eye over all the streaming data and paying Theo no attention.

"Lady Baelor will be rescused, I have no doubt of that and those involved in her capture will be severly dealt with. I am not here to ask for help, I am here to give it .. and who .. if I may ask, am I speaking to?".

It was now the leader of the resistance approached Theo and stood before him in silence looking him over sizing him up. "Fair enough, the names Hagan Vind". Hagan turned to find one of his men by his side and the only communication was a nod of the head between to two.

"Seems your story checks out, Theodred Heavenshield. Big name that", and there was even a smile. And barrels of the rifles lowered. "We are about to move out to Sorios. You can join us", he said walking away and vanishing into the next room.

 

[Djonas Vile]

Location: Miasma
Objective: Search and Rescue
Post: III


Jonas maneuvered his way though the ruins, trying his hardest to locate the whereabouts of the Emperor's niece. Jonas came across to guards blocking a corridor. He could feel the Emperor's niece nearby through the Force. He ignited his lightsabers and threw one straight through the chest of one guard then reached out with his free hand and unleashed a spiraling inferno of orange flames at the other, incinerating him indefinitely. He pulled his other lightsaber from the Chiss' chest with the Force and walked over the pile of ash where the other guard once stood.

"Is anyone there?" Jonas called out as he approached the cell that was holding [member="Aster Rose Baelor"] and [member="Benedict Rotadaria"]. He stopped once he laid eyes on Aster. "Ah, thank the Emperor. You're alive. Are you either of you injured?" Blaster fire could be heard in the distance as Imperial troopers began storming the place behind Jonas. "I'm gonna get you both to safety. You have my word." Jonas took his lightsabers and cut through the bars that kept the two imprisoned.

 

[Benedict Rotadaria]

[member="Aster Rose Baelor"] [member="Jonas Vile"]


"Alright, here I go." Ben took another trip around the board. He managed to get three beads in, but Aster had the lead by one. The Rodian began to question their escape, as heavy blaster fire was coming their way. He'd begun to pace around the room as the blaster fire came nearer. Stress set in because they'd most likely be moved, or shot. Well, if they were shot, it would probably only be Benedict who died. They'd take Aster to set another base and the fighting would continue. A loud bang was heard from inside, and Ben was on his feet. He went to pull out his rapier, but it had been left outside when he was thrown in. "Aster, you win. I need to protect us." He said as he knelt over and grabbed the mancala board. The dagger still sat the groove it belonged to. Loud footsteps approached their cell, it was time. Jonas Vile was coming to save them unbeknownst to the two. When Jonas came up to the cell, Ben threw the dagger through the cell bars. It wedged itself in the brick behind Jonas. "I'm so sorry." he said. Jonas spoke his piece quickly to avoid another dagger. "I'm gonna get you both to safety. You have my word." He began to cut through the bars to rescue them. Ben turned to Aster. "I have no clue how he got here, but consider this our lucky day. Be prepared for anything, as the fight may come to us." Ben remained standing as he watched Jonas break in.

 

[Aster Rose Baelor]

Location: Miasma
Objective: Be a prisoner?
Post: 08/27

Aster watched as the alien moved his pieces only beginning to understand the rules of this curious game and was about to make her move when a loud sound startled her. Scared, the blonde princess bit her lip as she watched the alien stand up and attempt to grab at a phantom blade that no longer hung on his belt then retrieved the dagger from the board of the strange game and threw the knife at the newcomer.

"I have been shot in the leg so I have difficulty walking," Aster said, finally replying from the newcomer having just recovered from her temporary state of shock and watched as the man cut through the bars to set the pair free.

"Ugh," the young Baelor groaned as she attempted to stand up and stumbled, fresh blood oozing out of her wound and soaking the bandage once more and leaned on the wall for support as she struggled towards where the bars that had once imprisoned her fell. Stay strong, the teenager reminded herself with every painful step. She could not and would not allow the Chiss terrorists a victory over her, dishonouring the Baelor name in the process.

[member="Benedict Rotadaria"] - [member="Jonas Vile"] - [member="Kimiko"]​

 

[Djonas Vile]

Location: Miasma
Objective: Search and Rescue
Post: IV

Jonas walked over to the girl to inspect her wound. He lifted his communicator, which was secured to his wrist, up to his chin. "I need medical to my position immediately." He stopped Aster from moving any further. "Don't move. You're only going to agitate the wound. Rest here until a medic comes. I'll protect you." Jonas looked at Benedict. "Can you fight?" Jonas asked as he picked up a blaster rifle from a dead Chiss and tossed it towards the Rodian. Jonas stepped back into the passageway with his lightsabers in hand, deflecting blaster bolts away from his form. At his back were several Imperial troopers defending his flank. "It shouldnt be too long until a medic arrives. Once he gets here, they'll get you stable enough to get you out of this place and evacuated to safety."

[member="Aster Rose Baelor"] | [member="Benedict Rotadaria"]

 

[Benedict Rotadaria]

[member="Jonas Vile"] [member="Aster Rose Baelor"]

"Yeah I can fight, but not with this." Ben said as he threw down the blaster. Instead, he tore the dagger from the wall and tossed it in his hand. "I'm a bladesman, I fight with swords." Ben ran down the hall to check on the location of the fighting. A large group of Chiss lead by the same burly one that captured Ben was coming towards them. Running back, he shouted at his friends. "The fight is coming to us, get ready!' The Rodian stood behind a vacant cell wall, waiting to jump out and attack. Ben spotted his rapier over by a chair five yards away. He decided to leave it, as his chance of dying was increased if he left to get it. The Chiss spotted Jonas, and they charged. Still out of sight, Ben yelled. "Get ready!"

 

[Isamu Baelor]

Post Count: [5/27]

• Isamu Baelor: 3
• Harald Brackwell: 2

Location: Among Iron Imperial Support Ships
Objective: 4
Allies: Iron Empire
Enemies: None

“You will be required to travel to Ilum.” Harald replied. “To undertake study at the Iron Pantheon, as all Iron Auxiliaries do.” He paused a moment. “That is non-negotiable.”

The plump Warden then turned his attention to another of her terms. “You have my word, Doctor Blaire.” Harald said, his hand placed upon his chest. “The Iron Empire will not undermine the integrity of Csillian Labs.” A smile formed upon the Warden’s face. “You may continue your work in peace.”

“As for your final request.” The smile washed away. “We cannot name you commander-in-chief.” Harald said, with a sombre look. “By the Emperor’s decree, vassals of the Iron Empire are afforded a large degree of autonomy.” He explained. “Simply put, we cannot, and will not, interfere in their local government.”

“However,” Harald’s face lit up. “I may have an alternative. One which could benefit everyone.”

[member="Sila"]

 

[Aster Rose Baelor]

Location: Miasma
Objective: ???
Post: 09/27

Aster nodded wearily at the newcomer's words and carefully sat down. "Understood," she replied weakly, her injured leg outstretched as she awaited the arrival of the medics.

Unable to offer much in the way of assistance as the pair fought to ensure her safety, Aster closed her eyes and searched within herself for her bond with the Force. However, not yet trained in its use, she had not the slightest idea what she was searching for and continued with only the hope that she would recognise what she had been looking for once she found it.

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

Aster inhaled and exhaled deeply as she searched for that something within her - the thing that would grant her power once she had cultivated it with practice and dedication.

Please, give me a sign. I want t0 be able to protect rather than always being the one that is protected by others' strength, Aster pleaded with herself and continued her search within herself for the Force connection.

[member="Benedict Rotadaria"] - [member="Jonas Vile"] - [member="Kimiko"]​

 

[Zeradias Mant]

Location: ISV Retribution, Miasma, High Orbit
Objective: III
Allies: [member="Aleksander Miles"], Iron Empire, Chiss Expansionary Defense Fleet
Enemies: Chiss Liberation Front Fleet
5

The fight was over before it truly even began. The tenacious Commander Miles seemed confident that victory was certain - and it was. However, hubris is something that Zeradias discouraged among his fleet officers. Nonetheless, as the lines progressed, the ever zealous CDF forces pushed their advance. They must have known it would be their doom, their chances of victory changing from slim to absolutely none.

The fight was still active, with Chiss frigates and corvettes exploding into flaming husks falling into the gravitational pull of Miasma.
Raining fire for those who opposed the Iron Empire on the surface.

Looking out to his handiwork before him, he spoke quietly to his comms officer. "Get [member="Vitor Avendahl"] on the line."

 

[Zef Halo]

CORONDEX OFFICE
VORZYD V

Post I

The traffic noise was well blocked by the sound isolating transparisteel glass of his office. This office was something else. Nothing like the one back on HQ on Etti IV. Nothing like a start up. As a matter of fact, it just symbolized the achievements, developments and growth that Corondex had gained since their start. It would be a lie to say that Vitor was not a crucial part of that happening.

Now, the ambitious Sith sat on his desk alone, no June, no Saigo, no no one. His attention fully consumed by the small tablet that projected live HoloTV. Business channel, as usual. Stocks, markets, acquisitions, all of that jazz that he studied about and initially worked in the Kron and Jast Investment bank before fully joining Corondex as a co-founder.

Beep,beep.

Avendahl cocked an eyebrow at the hyperspace transmitter. He grimaced at the sight of the codes. This was coming way too far from here. Was he expecting a call ? Damn, it was why Jude was useful. She'd always remember.

He tapped on the button.

"Vitor Avendahl speaking."

[member="Zeradias Mant"]​

 

[Théodred Heavenshield]

Tera Lush
Objective: Join with local resistance forces and free the shackled Lushiens.
Location: Rain Forest on Tera Lush - moving toward Sorios

(4)


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A rifle had been shoved into his chest, "I don't trust you, I will be watching you", came the words with it from the young chiss resistance woman. "Well... that's .. thats fair enough", he replied with a growing smile. "Thanks", he added raising the rifle and checking it over. "You know a rifle don't work without bolts, unless you want me to use it as a club". He followed her as they all entered the ground vehicle. If looks could kill ...

A cartradge of bolts hit his chest from the same woman who gave no sign of any humour whatsoever and Theo was not about to push his luck and so loaded the rifle as they moved out toward Sorios. It would take over an hour through the fain forest to get there and once there they would meet up with the local people and more resistance members that had been in position for days.

Since he was not part of the resistance, Theo had no authority here nor is he in any position to push himself forward to it, it was never his intention anyway. He was here on Iron Empire business, the group in Sorios was part of the ring that had attacked Csilla and captured Lady Baelor. But he sat listening the plan, as Hagan went over it one last time. They were to infiltrate the city from three points, moving in on different locations and with different objectives thinning their resources in the process. He would go to the part of the city in which the terrorists held the Lushiens captive.

The mood in the transport was thick, it always is when going into battle and what they would face even they did not know, there is always surprises, always unaccounted situations that can throw a plan to the wind. He wished them well, and that the force would be on their side today, but Theo had his own agenda.