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Post by Dominion of Zabéara on Mar 19, 2014 4:46:11 GMT
Information has reached the negotiation artisans’ deliberative assemblies of The Most Noble and Serene Universal Edifice of the Xin’hala exclusionary self-replicating biological matter unity that despite offering the Norak Schism harsh peace terms, which were accepted, the Keshek Hierarchy ignored their own agreement and continued their assault towards the Norak celestial body of origin, allegedly massacring non-combat member-organisms of the Schism on a colony. The objective spirit of the Universal Edifice wishes to express its concern over these developments, agitate for a peaceful solution that will simultaneously satisfy the Keshek Edifice’s desire for security and preserve the Norak Edifice’s desire for non-extinction and non-occupation. Finally, the objective spirit of the Universal Edifice wishes to make clear that given the autonomous construction of an edifice is the telos of any self-conscious matter unity, the complete conquest of the Norak Edifice by the Keshek Edifice would not be acceptable to it as a normalized state of affairs.
If other objective spirits approved, the Universal Edifice would welcome the establishment of a permanent spatial location for the mutual interchange of thought patterns by representative negotiation artisans to further discuss this and other future issues of concern.
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Post by The Kortl Rheus on Mar 19, 2014 5:26:52 GMT
Responding on the same frequency shortly after the distribution and propagation of this message, the planetary shields of the Norak homeworld buzz slightly as two outgoing messages are sent. All other communications are blacked out or apparently being held back by the shielding system in place. The first message is encoded and unreadable. The second is not and is as follows:
The Schism verifies the Edifice claim that a non-aggression deal was offered and accepted - further negotiations had begin - but continued aggression from the Hierarchy has indicated they are either not in control of their own military or that they do not intend peace - followed by our action to retreat our fleets to our homeworld they pursued and destroyed the fleet and have spent several months picking off defenseless vessels, war is cruel, but merciless tactics that do not permit surrender when offered is an aberration - the following month, despite all indications that the Schism still persued peace - they then bombarded and destroyed our colonial establishment resulting in the deaths of millions of unarmed and defenseless Schism civilians - it is clear this invasion force remains aggressive - until such a time that all vessels have been withdrawn from the system of Praxis Verdantis the Schism will not enter further negotiations - although the schism will continue to follow the stipulations of the non-aggression agreement by not producing any vessels in order to further comply with the tyrannical requests of the Hierarchy - all communications will cease until such a time - Oligarch Din Naestra
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Post by Solvani Imperium on Mar 19, 2014 9:33:45 GMT
Demand for Explanation
[Subspace transmission to Keshek Hierarchy on unencrypted channels (translation difficulties highlighted)] <<< MESSAGE BEGINS >>> To the Junior-Imperatii-like-Being known as Alltier Khizlek :
Greetings, from what is said to be many stars away. As a free and open society under Our just rule, the Solvani population at large has been made aware of the claims of merciless attacks against civilian-members of the Norak Schism pack. We are told there is much beating of tail on branch as outrage is expressed across Solva and its colonies. For Our people, we deign to involve Ourselves in these mundane affairs, because we are benevolent, and possess much wisdom. As Wo'Ren-Reh recorded in the Thought Archives, " First, Contemplate". So we have done. Now we speak. Although it is Truth that a bitten foe will strike back, when the foe lies bleeding before the victor and is not arak'ash, how can the victor throw him/her from the tree? Does one throw the old man/woman from the tree? Is not the sovaio in the Life Tree sacrosanct? If a pact was made, should it not be honored? The Solvani people demand answers and We will consider what our advisers call trade sanctions if left unsatisfied. On this, we speak with one Mind. Long May You Prosper. - From the Mind of the Imperatii Wo'Cha-Che
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Post by Sonus, Rakkus and Verra on Mar 19, 2014 14:39:33 GMT
Greetings from the Gryphonic Triarchy,
I, Sonus of the Vox, Speak for all of the three. We believe that aggressive conflicts are no way to resolve any matter. Keeping the body and mind honed for defense may be needed in this time but should never need to be enacted. The Triarchy has been managing and handling differences of mind for many many years and we feel that should anyone request it, we would be willing to offer a neutral location for those who wish to talk. The Triarchy chooses to take no part for or against any party who wishes to partake of this offer. If this would align with the interests of the Universal Edifice, simply send up message and we will prepare a zone for this immediately.
May the three guide you,
Sonus of the Vox
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Post by khizlek on Mar 19, 2014 14:44:28 GMT
Keshek Hierarchy Position - The Beginning
I am Alltier Khizlek, current Mouth for the Hierarchy. It is apparent that it is time for me to speak to the various heads of state, to clear the air of certain growing presumption of guilt on the part of the Hierarchy and Keshek people. It had been hoped this situations would be resolved in a bilateral fashion only, but it appears in this case that I must push forward the case of the Hierarchy, and sweep away the falsehoods the Schism leadership, spread by both the prior and (unfortunately) current leadership. I shall attempt to be as candid as possible. It was the aim, at the beginning of this mess, to organise solid borders to facilitate our self development, and to provide security for my people. The first set of negotiations were positive; the Oligarchy leadership seemed willing to quickly come to a permanent border agreement, much for the same reasons as our own. Furthermore, agreements for mutual surveillance of the other industrial nets seemed to come to a common agreement; to prevent undue worry about the other party. These were the positive days, ones upon which intensive civilian growth with little need for extensive security arrangements. Still, even with this negotiations continued to hammer out details, and come to a final arrangement. With this the Oligarchy rescinded claims upon the Helios system, and agreed to the principle of mutual surveillance. Following this point an attempt to organise the agreement on a more structured basis, including military agreements to prevent an unnecessary arms race - due to later actions by the Schism state, this was for naught. With this they rescinded claims on Helios, and also agreed to a distribution of Isolde - our only change was to consider Isolde as viable for immediate settlement by both parties, whilst also retaining non-militarisation agreements for the system. The only contention was the final distribution of Isolde; the Schism diplomats claimed they wished for the Hierarchy negotiation party to rescind our claims on Isolde, so that they could be provided to the other local power, the Imperial Hegemon. This was not possible due to the high worth of some worlds; instead I presented a counter-offer that would strip worlds from both parties to supply the settlement needs of the other power, forming a tri-power system. This in the end was rejected by the Schism, and therefore the prior agreement was to continue. In addition, the leadership made other statements that in light of current events are highly questionable; (1) I should also point out this statement is completely at odds with the later Schism buildup and assault on our worlds, which suggests the Schism state is complicit in deception to their own people as well. (2) Clearly this showed a commitment to the border agreement. |
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Post by khizlek on Mar 19, 2014 14:44:39 GMT
AALIEN EMPIRE NEGOTIATIONS
I was clear in this matter that any settlement in Ursula or Mintaka would not be militarised, as per our last offer to the Empire before they stopped communicating, and any settlement by the Empire in those systems would not be contested, as they were not the ones claimed. The furthest our request to the Oligarchy was to be neutral for the negotiations; do not recognise either power as the primary claimant, so as to not inflame a delicate situation. We were quite clear that if a conflict were to occur during settlement it would be defensive, and all attempts would be made to limit its effect. In this regard, the Oligarchy leadership were far more hostile than we were - it was my intent that the situation would be cooled down, and waiting a significant time for resolution was no issue in this case. In addition, whilst the treaty was considered in effect ( a statement not contested by the Oligarchy), my diplomatic groups were urging the Oligarchy to officially list the agreement to provide permanency. |
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Post by khizlek on Mar 19, 2014 14:45:16 GMT
THE BEGINNING OF THE WAR
At this point there was only waiting for the treaty to be listed, and continuing civilian construction. A small number of warships were built for border defence, and a small number took up positions on the Posara-Ursula and Talitha-Mintaka transit nodes for border security whilst talks with the Aalien Empire continued for settlement or ownership rights for Mintaka and Ursula. Our initial proposal was for Hierarchy ownership of both systems, with the territory divided between the Hierarchy and Empire settlement groups - our forces would take up major defense duties from southern approaches These talks started to break down, with the Empire rejecting my proposal. A return offer, proposing only Hierarchy settlement, if the Empire agreed to perform defense duties in Mintaka, was offered - the Empire did not respond. During this time the Aalien Empire brought a small number of ships in Mintaka and Ursula as well - it was thought this was our response the small fleets holding position on the other side, and was not thought of as an issue; both parties held limited border forces to allow for security. Even during the conflict we did not interfere with the Empire settlement activities, as the worlds they were settling were not the ones claimed. It is clear that instead of furthering negotiation with us, the Empire was instead preparing heavily for war. However, border surveillance, returning from an expedition in the north, discovered the presence of a large buildup. This was not initially an unreasonable force imgur.com/vT2Lr2RMy response was reasoned on the assumption of a minor mistake; as such we did not expect nor desire compensation, and instead wanted the border agreement to be upheld (that was expected to be listed by the Schism for other powers see at any time). It was during this time it began to be expected. A small number of combat craft were built to reinforce the limited defence task force in Borot. A month after this point the fleets continued their penetration into Borot, to hold a position near the industrial core. At this point I ordered a general mobilisation, and not a moment too soon - the Schism soon after cancelled the non-aggression and trade agreements that month, and officially declared war a month after this. By this time however there had been sufficient buildup to destroy the main Schism fleet, but dozens continued to pour in. Much damage was made to our industrial net during the early stages. |
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Post by khizlek on Mar 19, 2014 14:45:32 GMT
PEACE PROPOSALS & WAR
With worry weighing my heart I had at least started some discussions regarding what potential there was for a peace proposal, whilst rebuilding our defensive network. What came about did much to convince me that the Hierarchy needed to remain in the war, to fight against such bare-faced aggression.
Then, finally the core of the Oligarchy leadership was exposed;
My rejection to such was categorical. Not to mention the leadership of the Oligarchy was also implicated in this matter, though nowhere near the degree that the form main leader, Lord Brethik was.
To this the Oligarchy leadership further exposed themselves, claiming territory they had stated was of no issue to themselves;
It was around this time a decision was made to instead attempt a counter-offensive, one that was highly successful.
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Post by khizlek on Mar 19, 2014 14:45:42 GMT
COUNTER-OFFENSIVE
The counter-offensive was successful, degrading the industrial potential of the Schism, and allowing fresh forces to counter a return offensive by remaining Schism forces, though not without industrial cost in Borot, as several small fleets penetrated the area. 3rd 'Okkot' Task Group sacrificed themselves to halt the further progress of the main Schism task force. It was during this time private communications began with a concerned member of the Oligarchy leadership. In response to this, the only partially identified source made the following comment During later conversations with this source there appeared to be a miscommunication, with our intent to advise the fleet to move to a remote location within Borot. Even without that connotation the fleets within Borot attempted to move back to Praxis Verdantis, to their base of operations, not to a remote location - this movement was instead to extend the conflict. Not only this, but there was no mention the sequestration of the Schism task group was ordered by Lord Brethik, still in power at this time, and the member who would retain power to make such an order. Given that, the 1st Fleet was ordered into a blocking position on the Praxis side of the Praxis-Borot node to prevent such a flight, and had to destroy the expeditionary task force as it arrived in the system. Given it was not upheld, the decision was also made to temporarily occupy Horgu, to prevent a centre for a return fleet to regroup for a further assault on our home system. |
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Post by khizlek on Mar 19, 2014 14:45:59 GMT
PRESENT ACCUSATIONS
Lastly, in reference to the latest propaganda attempt by the Schism state: When pressed the nature of the Schism leadership shows itself in promulgating falsehoods - for the battle of Horgu did not involve any bombardment of civilian positions; our conquest was designed from the outset to avoid civilian casualties, and the temporary occupation had minimal casualties: imgur.com/a/9Lm3o#0As can be seen from the following recording, our attack involved destroying the remaining military craft, followed by the deployment of many divisions to occupy the settlement. At no point did our fleets perform such bombardments accused of us. Our position has been to not expand through conquest of existing territories (with exception to this defensive conflict for the temporary occupation of Horgu, and the aquiring of a few unsettled worlds), but through negotiation for transfers or settlement rights - even current offers made to the Schism state (for ownership of unsettled worlds) do not involve a only a moderate territorial concessions from the pre-war agreement, and those concessions will be partially made up with some concessions from our side as well. What to make of all this? I would hope the that foreign powers would realise that this is yet another attempt of deception in a line of bad faith treatment of foreign dignitaries, all in their attempt to hide the fact that they were the aggressors in this conflict, formulated a plan to launch an unprecedented attack against another power that did not have any prior hostilities or breakdown in relations. Furthermore, they attempt to hide the failure of their aggressive plan by claiming victimhood . -Alltier Khizlek, Key of the People, Mouth of the State, Keshek Hierarchy. |
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Post by Imperial Hegemon on Mar 19, 2014 22:59:50 GMT
A man stands behind a podium, flanked on either side by the blue and white banners of the Imperial Hegemon. The podium is marked with the Imperial seal, and below that with dual chevrons of the Imperial Armed Forces. The man himself looks young, but it is hard to suggest an age. He has discernable Asiatic features, but the remainder of his face looks like a mash up of numerous sub-races of Human lineage. He wears a uniform, similar to that of the flag officers of the IAF; however, several cypers and unique medallions adorn him. This man is Ethan Deveraux, and he is the Emperor of the Imperial Hegemon.
“It is most disturbing,” begins the man with well enunciated words, dark eyes looking in the direction of the recording devices, “how quickly representatives of sovereign empires accept every space-wide broadcast as fact without committing their own resources to verify them.” He shifts slightly, looking down at notes perhaps, then continues once his eyes have again adjusted to look upon those listening. “The Hegemon has long been friends with the Schism – a neighbour within our busy region of space; however, we have watched. We have listened. And with the Heirarchy’s most recent broadcasts of sensitive communications we have continued to learn more of both sides in this conflict, seeing and understanding where cloak has hidden dagger.”
“To the Schism, we appreciate your desires of peace and not wishing to…” pausing once more, the Emperor looks down at his notes and says, “destroy our species, as you were quoted in saying. But again, I cannot take all these words at face value, but instead must seek out the truth.”
“To those nations offering their space as a safe harbour for negotiations, the Imperial Hegemon applauds you, but to those demanding explanation or answer… to put it mildly, one should not make demands in a situation they have no stake in.”
“If what the Hierarchy has suggested is true, that the Schism brought warships into a sovereign system before even submitting a declaration of war – then the Hegemon have no sympathy for occupations which occur on the eve of negotiations, let alone a false cry for help afterwards. This being said, I do hope that peace between the Hierarchy and the Schism occurs quickly. Certainly their conflict, if not having cost the lives of millions already and disrupted economic prosperity within the region, has brought to light the realities of our future place amongst the stars.”
The screen fades to two individuals behind a desk, news reporters, that continue their feed, “And there you have it, Emperor Ethan Devereaux’s quick speech on behalf of the Imperial Hegemon. Word has it the Emperor has approved a draft copy of an order to provide aid to both the Hierarchy and the Schism; however, it seemed his words were rather pointed.” The other reporter nods several times, now joining the conversation, “Indeed. And on the Imperial Gem, numerous rallies and protests – primarily members of the Schism community working and living here – seeking support for the Schism throughout the conflict have been relatively ignored by the Government. If the recent Hierarchy broadcasts are to be believed, it’s likely the Imperial Throne didn’t wish to become involved in a conflict which was initiated through pre-emption. Onto other news…”
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Post by Tau Ceti Empire on Mar 20, 2014 0:56:09 GMT
Response to the Beginning of the WarTHE BEGINNING OF THE WAR
At this point there was only waiting for the treaty to be listed, and continuing civilian construction. A small number of warships were built for border defence, and a small number took up positions on the Posara-Ursula and Talitha-Mintaka transit nodes for border security whilst talks with the Aalien Empire continued for settlement or ownership rights for Mintaka and Ursula. Our initial proposal was for Hierarchy ownership of both systems, with the territory divided between the Hierarchy and Empire settlement groups - our forces would take up major defense duties from southern approaches These talks started to break down, with the Empire rejecting my proposal. A return offer, proposing only Hierarchy settlement, if the Empire agreed to perform defense duties in Mintaka, was offered - the Empire did not respond. During this time the Aalien Empire brought a small number of ships in Mintaka and Ursula as well - it was thought this was our response the small fleets holding position on the other side, and was not thought of as an issue; both parties held limited border forces to allow for security. Even during the conflict we did not interfere with the Empire settlement activities, as the worlds they were settling were not the ones claimed. It is clear that instead of furthering negotiation with us, the Empire was instead preparing heavily for war. However, border surveillance, returning from an expedition in the north, discovered the presence of a large buildup. This was not initially an unreasonable force imgur.com/vT2Lr2RPoint 1: Despite Earlier warning, a Keshek Vessel moved to the Warp point to Worg in the Ursula system. This breach of Aalien borders could not continue to be allowed after fair warning was given. Warning occurred as given below: Point 2: Construction of the Aalien fleet did not occur until after the repeated breach of Worg space by armed Keshek Hierarchy ships and in response to large fleet build up in the Mintaka, Ursula and Borot Systems. At the time of breaking of the trade and research alliance treaty, the Aalien Empire ship numbers matched the Keshek Heirarchy 4 warships to 4 warships in the Mintaka system. In the Ursula system, Aalien Ship numbers were 7 warships to 4 warships. Considering that the entire Aalien Fleet at the time consisted of 13 warships, that is hardly an empire preparing heavily for war, but instead a proportional response to military buildup on our border within striking distance of our homeworld. Aalien Intelligence had reports of a much larger buildup of warships by the Keshek Hierarchy than the Aalien Empire, which has been confirmed by his own admission at time of breakdown of relations. The Aalien Empire had at a previous date also claimed the Ursula and Mintaka systems as our sole Aalien Empire territory being that those systems directly border our the Worg system (Aalien Home system) and do not Border Borot (Keshek Hierarchy Home System). No attempt was made to by the Keshek Heirarchy to vacate the systems and incursion further into the system occurred. Point 3: The Keshek Hierarchy had destabilized its relations with the other members of the region by continually pressing claims until a show of force was given in response. They initially attempted to claim a planet in the Aalien Empire home system itself (Kraz II ((OOC: for some reason my home system is named Worg and the planets are named Kraz 1, 2, etc.)). They have made similar requests of other empires in the region, showcasing their hostile intentions under their diplomatic skin. Point 4: In response of Keshek Hierarchy border aggression, the Iceforge Protectorate was formed to present a united front for border negotiations and defence when facing this aggressive border stance. It was kept secret for almost a year, before being published for the galaxy to see. Beyond Securing the Ursula and Mintaka systems, The conduct of the Aalien empire in this conflict has been in support and defense of the Norak Schism. From the point of the view of the Aalien Empire, The Keshek Hierarchy caused the Aalien Empire's Entry into this conflict by attempting the enter the Worg system with an armed ship, despite warnings against that action and failure to recognize Aalien claims on the Ursula and Mintaka systems.
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Post by Tau Ceti Empire on Mar 23, 2014 15:51:08 GMT
Proposal of TruceThis Message was sent to the Keshek Hierarchy 3 months ago ((5 Days real time)) with no response. The Aalien Empire is resubmitting it in this forum in hopes that a response can be garnered here. To Alltier Khizlek and the Keshek Hierarchy, The Aalien Empire believes that further conflict between our two peoples serves no further gain for either party. We would like to slowly phase in a staged peaceful agreement that will normalize trade and relations between our two empires. To facilitate this, we propose the an immediate truce under the following terms: 1. A treaty of Non-Aggression is signed between the 2 parties. 2. The Keshek Hierarchy relinquishes it's claim on the Mintaka and Ursula systems. 3. The Aalien Empire agrees to grant free access of travel for the Keshek Hierarchy through the Mintaka system as long as peaceful relations are maintained. 4. Immediate withdraw of all warships from the territory of the other party by the shortest route possible. 5. A return to the status of trade and research alliance at a later date. We hope that these terms are acceptable and our people's can return to it's state of peace. -Emperor Etem Haakonsson To clarify for the international community, the proposed borders would be as follows in red: 
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Post by Sethulkra Hive on Mar 23, 2014 18:31:17 GMT
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Message="I care not for specifics of said peace arrangement and have not any input to offer. The necessity of maintaining the balance of power, on the other side, is very important to me. No party must acquire any undue advantage over the other.";
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