Faction We Built This City [ CIG & Friends ]

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CANTOI | HYCANTOI PRIMUS
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After a decade of civil war and a collapse of the economic and societal structure, the King of Cantoi looked to open his planet for rebuilding and expansion once more. Sitting on the Mara Corridor, between Bothawui and Nooli, the planet sits ripe for development. The Corporate Interest Guild has taken note and arranged a meeting with Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn to usher in a new wave of development.

Instead of a board room, the King and the Capitalists meet boots on the ground, surveying the business district currently being rebuilt. Cranes rise along stone buildings and stone masons are hard at work restoring what was lost. Yet there are places yet to be rebuilt, vast open swaths that sit empty and covered in weeds. Much work is still to be done and not all can be conducted by a workforce reduced from the war...



Danger Arceneau John Locke Judah Dashiell Matsu Ike Braze Vianca Mecetti Noah Corek Taeli Raaf Balun Dashiell Iko Vel Liin Terallo Tertius C. Nargath

Tagging those from our previous thread. Any corpo is welcomed to join.

 

[Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn]

Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn was a man that had prepared for this day far before the war came to an end, and so when the guild came knocking he was more than willing to accept them. Data slates were prepared with a good portion of the government's geographical data and an underestimate of ore reserves documented within. It was nigh-impossible to get an accurate number for population size and so that information was left out, he was sure that anyone who saw his continent sized capital from low orbit would understand.

The planets plains were nearly untouched, sparse settlements during the civil war had ceased to exist for various reasons. It's mining technology was limited and so reserves were mostly intact and it's workforce was not to be understated. He would be clear in laying out the planets benefits. He could hide many of it's short comings under the guise of recent conflict.

He had ensured that any mention of the dark winds had remained out of the data slates, but any force sensitives among those present could detect an ominous wind with a presence of death blew constantly through the cities walls.

"My planets first export was men, soldiers. However we have much to offer the Guild. We hope that much good will come of this." The king wasnt much for flowery speech but he put on his best act for those present.

 

[Danger Arceneau]

Interacting with: Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn
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Danger Arceneau stepped onto the cracked duracrete, the sharp click of her well worn boots muted by grit. She wasn't dressed for boardrooms today, no need for velvet diplomacy when dust and sweat were the currency. Instead, she wore a tailored jacket the color of storm clouds, soft enough to suggest refinement, sharp enough to mean business. Her auburn hair was pinned neatly, though a few rebellious strands caught the wind.

Cantoi was a wounded beast. Scars of civil war crisscrossed its landscape with buildings half eaten by blaster fire, entire districts hollowed out like broken teeth. But scars told stories, and stories were worth something if you knew how to spin 'em right.

Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn stood ahead, the self appointed architect of Cantoi's resurrection. Data slates tucked under one arm, he spoke with the polished confidence of someone who'd rehearsed every word. He had an interest in gaining assistance from the Corporate Interest Guild, and Danger was willing to assist in that opportunity.

Mmm, Danger mused silently, the corner of her mouth curving in a smile too polite to be called sharp, but sharp all the same.

She stepped forward, giving a small nod, "Well, Mistuh Umberhorn," she drawled, voice low and smooth like velvet, "I reckon war's a bitter harvest, but even barren fields can yield somethin' worth the reaping... if you know where to dig."

She glanced around, letting the weight of her words settle like the dust swirling at her feet. The city breathed its brokenness, but beneath that -- possibility.

She extended her hand in greeting as well as for reviewing one of those data slates, "Danger Arceneau, of Arceneau Trade."

She had done her own bit of research as well, but also wanted to double check what was presented.

 

[Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn]

An amused chuckle roused it self for a brief moment. "Mister Umberhorn? It's been a while since i've been addressed in such a way." He matched her smile before extending the data slate in place of a greeting. "Please accept this Lady Arceneau."

"Many skilled tradesmen had also served eight years. They were called upon in the civil war by both sides. We lost many of them."

Even with the worlds large population, it meant little if only a few hundred knew how to operate the factories that proccessed the Chanlon into one of the planets most profitable alloys, Phobium. The planet lacked equipment to mine Cortosis in any meaningful numbers. Many of the high-end factories within the second ring had been sabotaged. Lower skilled proccesses such as fuel refinement in the third ring had been sabotaged significantly, leaving certain portions of the outer ring without power. Many mines within the 3rd ring were also collapsed.

There was a nearly nothing about the innermost ring contained within the data-slates. It only briefly mentioned that 3/4ths of land in the inner ring governed by nobility was redistributed or absorbed back into the fold of the royal family.

Despite all the dysfunction, there was one thing that had been properly maintained, the restructuring of the planets military and it's academies. Most infrastructure related to weapons production was intact and well hidden. Military recruitment was bolstered by the lowering of age requirements for mandatory service.

"If you have questions related to what's on the data-slate I will do all within my ability to answer." There was no attempt to hide his interest in restricting the topics of their conversation.

 

[Matsu Ike]

Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn

The world was somethhing of interest.. she hadn't really heard of it which didn't mean much.. there were thousands of worlds but the guild had a chance for interest here and it brought more awareness to the galaxy and what it needed. Sasori was ever expanding and with what they had access to the technologies and equipment for rebuilding. They had gotten to with Shoma's aid used Atrisia as a testing bed for developing terraforming and self sustaining technologies. The devastation was something and hearing Danger talking about war had the jedi master crouching as she looked at everything. "What are the immediate things needed?"

 

[Judah Dashiell]

CANTOI

Judah stood staring at the dataslate, looking more spacer and salvager than business owner at the moment. Yet this was the type of contract and negotiation he enjoyed ; getting his hands dirty and seeing things firsthand. Cantoi needed work, lots of it. Judah immediately spotted several potential issues yet all ones that could be fixed by those assembled. It wouldn't be quick. Nor would the credits flow as easy as some governments expected, especially since it seemed they were a warrior people. Warriors tended to die, not quite beneficial to the economy.

Dataslate was passed to young Iko Vel to look at. He had taken the boy under his wing and this was the first outing the two would have. The past several months Judah invested heavily in tutors and Force neutral trainers for the teenager, allowing him to get a firm base before branching out. One of those firm bases was also something he did with Makai ; working the salvage lines. He viewed it beneficial for a teenage boy to get some hard work and character under their belt - a critical age when they were easily swayed in the wrong direction.

"Remember the dataslate only tells us what they want us to know. Don't rely completely on it to get the entire scope." Judah had leaned closer, speaking quietly before addressing the King.

"Lord Umberhorn, are you looking to recruit workers in? There is a massive refugee crisis right now, a potential for a workforce to come in and begin in there....I have to say I am interested in working with you. I'm willing to train the populace for what is needed, I doubt that is an issue for any of us."

Judah knew the character of Danger Arceneau and Matsu Ike , both willing to invest in order to bring business to life.

Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn

 

[Liin Terallo]

Quietly I walk behind the others. And unlike them, I am not in casual attire. Do I even have any of that in my wardrobe? I do not believe so. I could not fathom wearing anything other than a dress. There are no slacks for me! I was brought up to always look my best. Most especially while at high profile meetings no matter their location. Unlike everyone else here, I was not accustomed to war. And unlike everyone else here, what NCBC and N&Z Laboratories provides were not used in reconstruction.

Still, I was invited to attend at any rate. And I, being merely an infant amongst these galactic powerhouses; clearly have a lot to learn.

So I keep my attention split three fold. One on the dataslate, two on where I am walking so that I do not bump into anyone or trip on anything, and three on the conversations ahead of me. There is little doubt in my mind that those in front could take care of everything required, for their corporations are vast and cover so much ground already.

These days I have more or less just become a mediator between rival parties when I am not at work in my lab. And I see not of that needed here for the moment. Nor do I expect it either. This should turn out to be a rather simple get together.

 

[Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn]

As he looked to the woman who had just spoken he came to the realization that there were quite a few for sensitives among those present. This would make his attempts at hiding the winds for as long as possible a futile effort. While they were not consistent it would come. The whispers of the anguished blew through the air, the suffering of billions would torment the minds of the weak-willed force sensitive, and bring discomfort and in some cases illness to non-force sensitive individuals.

While the planet wasnt a nexus, the amount of suffering that the planet has given rise to over it's great wars has shown it's signs in the force. This was one of his planets biggest weaknesses. "We need medicine, and medical professionals. A small amount of my population, perhaps a few tens of millions suffer from a variety of ailments. We also have a large amount of organic waste that has made certain areas nigh inhospitable..hotbeds for disease."

"Another issue lies in our third ring, we estimate that 1 in 10 are without power, or suffering from sporadic power outages." When the cities population numbers in the billions, that was no small amount of people. "We need specialists to help establish lines and to get the plants functioning again."

In short they needed medical professionals, medicine, and power grid specialists.

He then moved on to the more unique situation. Cantoi had a homogenous culture and so it struggled to accept large swathes of people, however there could be ways to ease this. One of the biggest issues would be security. While the rule of law had final say, in some areas pronvincia government was more mafia-esque and defended Cantoi cultures worse exercises in violence and cruelty, one could only imagine how the populace would treat outsiders if they were already so cruel to their own people. Bad optics.

"We don't have a shortage in manpower, we do need skilled laborers and instructors. I can offer these refugees fertile lands on our vast plains outside of the city, but in return all fit men would need to enlist." This was the only real way that he could ensure the refugees' safety. "We have some abandoned settlements with basic facilities and protective structures all along our plains. They will be safe."

 

[Matsu Ike]

Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn Danger Arceneau Liin Terallo Judah Dashiell

"I see." She said it and ticked off things in her head while she was bringing it up on the interface. The earring glowing blue on her ear but overlaying a holographic display she could organize and request with. Her eyes flicking back and forth... sending the requests. "We can have an Advanced Terraformer sent in. Power and clean up can be a little easier as the conversion will turn it into raw materials for medical supplies like Scentzy and food like our Saori Packs... but our food if you don't mind the ration packs are high grade and will self replicate themselves. so running out will not be an issue." She said it and was moving as she looked around. "For power we have a planetary power generator in the Kanamara that could be installed the danger will be distribution as there could be unseen damage." She was tapping her chin while looking at more. "If you want we can set a Distribution System station in orbit and one of our Maititi Class on the surface. It will allow a Resource Station to start the supplies being sent in and down." SHe looked at the slate and could feel the world as the jedi master waited for a moment and moved her toes o push them into the ground at her feet and connecting to it.

 

[Iko Vel]

Iko stayed quiet as he listened to the conversations at hand. There was something strange about the planet. The wind tasted wrong. He couldn't quite put his finger on it as the young lad stared off in the distance for a moment, focusing on the horizon. There was something dark out there. Though he decided to ignore it for now. It wasn't something he could find about in the dataslate, so perhaps it'd be best for him to tell Judah Dashiell about it in private. If they were going to be bringing people onto the world, Iko would rest better if he knew what exactly this feeling was.

Luckily that concern seemed to be addressed by the mentioning of medicine. Though tens of millions suffering from sickness...Iko rubbed his chin in thought at that. It was normally unlike him to think so intensely but he was trying to come up with actual solutions. There was always the chance of trying to get Jedi to purify this feeling...but it would be too resource intensive. Too much manpower needed. It might not have even been possible so the lad kept his mouth shut once more to listen.

Power Grids...If only he was more into the electronical side of things. He liked to make stuff, of course but the more electronical or advanced they became, the less his interest was. His eyes did darken at the mentioning of enlisting for the refugees. In another life, that could have been Iko needing to enlist, if it hadn't been for Persephone and Judah. It was easier to keep himself in check however as the young lad took in a deep breath. He just had ot listen and learn. That was the main part of this.

 

[Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn]

"Assistance with food is not needed. We have vast reserves of non-perishables, our nutrient paste reserves are vast and it's unlikely to run out anytime soon." This was once facet of their local economy that they could not disrupt at any cost, nor allow foreign powers to get their claws around.

"As for the orbital structures, we'll have to find a workaround. There are ancient edicts in place that do not allow for our anti orbital and anti air defenses to be lowered for extended periods. We can designate airspace outside of the city's borders at most." There was no room for negotiation on that front. This was a fortress world, and hive city, they could not open themselves up in such a manner.

"Surface based structures are fine, and Security is of course of no concern, I will provide whatever facilities you build with some of our elite units."

 

[Danger Arceneau]

Interacting with: Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn Judah Dashiell Matsu Ike Liin Terallo
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Danger listened with the kind of practiced poise that came from years of navigating boardrooms and war zones alike. Her expression remained composed, a subtle tilt of her chin the only acknowledgment as Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn laid out the grim tapestry of Cantoi's struggles. She offered a polite nod to Matsu Ike, Judah Dashiell, Iko Vel, and finally Liin Terallo, all key players whose involvement meant this was more than just business. It was opportunity wrapped in the veneer of reconstruction.

Her sharp mind traced the fractures Gabriel outlined: sabotaged fuel refineries on the third ring, power grids flickering like dying stars, collapsed mines, and factories gutted of both purpose and people.

Arceneau Trade could weave through those gaps like silk through fingers --- supplying fuel, stabilizing power, restoring logistical arteries. It was the sort of challenge that Danger didn't just rise to; she thrived in it.

When Gabriel finished, she let a beat of silence hang, just long enough to show she'd considered every word.

"I believe Arceneau Trade can be of service," she said, her voice low and smooth, carrying the weight of certainty. "I can assist in restorin' power to the third ring and reestablishin' fuel production. We'll provide the infrastructure needed to stabilize your supply chains and set up logistical hubs to anchor further efforts."

Her gaze didn't waver, a steady flame behind polished civility.

"Reconstruction isn't just about rebuildin' what was lost. It's about layin' the foundation for something stronger. And that's a venture I'm more than willin' to invest in."

 

[Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn]

With all that was needed on Cantoi's end laid out, both through this meeting and data packets provided, There were of course finer details that could be discussed later. However there was a core detail that needed to be addressed. It would be foolish for the King of Cantoi to open his doors to many. While the planet had resources, it was not infinite and he'd have to be careful about who he gave access to.

Many of their services overlapped and so it would likely come down to who offered the best deal/contract. "Before our meeting you were each provided with secure channels by which to reach me. We can iron out the finer details of our business via those means. I'm sure you all have expectations of what you want of me, of Cantoi," He paused briefly to give room for thought.

"I wish the best of our future partnerships." With that he prepared to leave.

All that could be done now, was to put terms on paper and slate.

 

[Liin Terallo]

It seemed as though I was missing out on an opportunity. Boy, was I really slippping. I am not quite sure of why that is, but I do have a slight guess. But this was neither the time nor the place to dwell on such personal matters.

And right now just was not the correct time to for over indulging in new contracts. The newest harvesting season for biomolecules had yet to be underway. They are not an unlimited resource afterall, and they cannot be reproduced. But they could be helpful here in some ways.

"I will be in touch with some proposals soon." Now whether or not those proposals would garner results is anyone's guess. It is quite easy to be overshadowed, afterall.

 

[Judah Dashiell]

Judah had the information needed but....this was it? He looked to Iko Vel for any further confirmation if the teenager was getting the same 'vibe' from the situation. One of the few things the Force came in handy for in this realm, reading people who didn't want to be necessarily read. An eyebrow arced as it seemed the situation was coming to a close.

Did the King not want them poking around? It hadn't stopped him before to be frank.

"I'm sure we will be in touch soon." Judah waited a moment until the monarch was slightly out of ear shot. "Anyone up for exploring with an old salvager? Something doesn't seem right. Thought we would have at least gotten a small walking tour...but I am happy to take charge if someone wants to join in my wanderings."

Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn Danger Arceneau Matsu Ike Iko Vel Liin Terallo ​

 

[Danger Arceneau]

Interacting with: Judah Dashiell Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn Matsu Ike Liin Terallo
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Danger Arceneau held her composure musing at everyone's comments and making more observations. There's more than met the eye and she wanted to investigate it. Get Aeri on it. At Gabriel's remark, she gave a cordial incline of her head, the movement fluid as silk.

"I'll be submitting a proposal in due time," she assured in her throaty drawl, "Naturally, I'll ensure all considerations are met."

Her gaze shifted then, settling on Liin with the same measured warmth, "I hope you have a wonderful time Miz Terallo. Pleasure seeing you again. " she then turned to Matsu, "Same as well Miz Ike."

As she moved on, her steps deliberate, the exchange between Judah and Iko Vel did not escape her notice. The salvager's curiosity was as plain as the stars in hyperspace.

"I do appreciate the offer," she said, her voice sweet but resolute, "but I've matters to review before I proceed any further. Aeri will provide me with the finer details, and I'll have my bid prepared accordingly."

With that, she offered her parting words, polite, unhurried. There were some aspects she'll review, but that will take some time.

~Exit thread.

 

[Matsu Ike]

She gave a nod of her head to the man. A proposal could be done of course and she walked around looking at more of it as the man left and Danger was departing. Having a nod of her head when she looked at Judah who had spoken. "I would." SHe said it while she was looking at a few things on her interface. "This world is different and I question a few more things." She said it while walking but was making the proposal for what was able to bring in and used to aid them in redeveloping their world with the conditions that were being put in. The facilities they could bring down generally used their biots because thhey wouldnb't have to train additional but they could if needed. "I haven't known many places that ask for aid and charity to rebuild with one hand and the other has a number of conditions aside from possible allergens and concerns about sickness."

 

[Liin Terallo]

My eyebrows rise in surprise at Miss Arceneau's statement, for I am entirely unsure of what she means by that. It was not as though I was going away on some vacation or anything of the sort. My last outing previous to this one was a disaster, as a wedding turned into a bloodbath. And given the look of this place, it did not appear as though it would be much better.

I find it odd that this meeting was so very abrupt. What was it's purpose? Was it a real request for aid or was it for something else entirely? Regardless, I was not entirely too comfortable with it.

As Mister Dashiell made the request for some to stay behind with him to explore, I could only quietly shake my head. "I believe that it would be better if I were to depart. As it stands, I am not capable of defending myself should trouble arise, and I would not want to be a burden and slow anyone down. So I shall take my leave. I wish you all luck in your investigations."

I know what the argument would be, should it arise; and that would be that I would not be a burden, or I would be given a pistol or something to that affect. But no, it would be too risky for me to stay. I do not even have a good aim. So I politely bow my head to them before turning on my heel to take my leave too.

Tag: Danger Arceneau Judah Dashiell Matsu Ike Iko Vel Gabriel Hynatos Umberhorn

 

[Judah Dashiell]

"Have a good evening Miss Arceneau, Director Terallo."

That left himself, Matsu Ike and young Iko Vel . Which would allow him to speak more freely as they poked around. Judah liked getting a feel of things on his own. An idea of what the area was like when possible. Didn't always happen but this was a perfect opportunity, especially when the planet was asking for credits. Judah didn't mind giving credits for economic development partly because in turn he could cement his company in the area and experience profit in the longer term. Hell, even the short term if salvaging was to be done or a contract was signed.

"I haven't known many places that ask for aid and charity to rebuild with one hand and the other has a number of conditions aside from possible allergens and concerns about sickness."

"I agree Miss Ike. Perhaps he was referring to sickness due to a breakdown of services? Sewage in the streets and lack of clean water type of sickness? Most militaries have some type of engineering corp so I am surprised they haven't been put to work on basic infrastructure, unless the planet is truly that poor."

Judah had his doubts. A military would not work for free. Would not kill without bread coming to their table. They would turn on those in charge, so there were credits to at least keep people fed it seemed. Enough for a military budget.

"I am also concerned their biggest export was people. Thats trafficking. Or slavery. Both of which I do not support." Judah turned towards his young charge. "Iko do you have any thoughts?"

 

[Matsu Ike]

Judah Dashiell Iko Vel

SHe gave a nod to Judah's assessment. "Sending people off world could be for exchange programs or for them to learn skills and bring them back. Or if they are a military controlled world they could have been contracted as mercenaries. Damage like this could be retaliation for them being bought by the wrong side." She didn't disagree but there was always the slightest chance... "You are more than likely correct though which will raise more questions. The people here obviously need the aid but we don't have the authority or means to liberate them... but not doing anything may be more cruel." She was looking at the world though and debating what they would do or find... it could just be an overly suspicious mind and they were just being highly security conscious or something could be there."