Rosenkrantz

 RosenkrantzGM   From a distance, the port resembles a small cityscape, with
        RosenkrantzGM   spires and cathedral towers arching upwards and a huge
        RosenkrantzGM   aquila marking its allegiance to the God-Emperor. Numerous
        RosenkrantzGM   long piers protrude from the sides with spider-like docking
        RosenkrantzGM   fixtures, ready to bring in a ship and anchor it to the station.
        RosenkrantzGM   Smaller shuttle bays dot the station where numerous small
        RosenkrantzGM   craft carry cargo and people between ships and the station.
        RosenkrantzGM   Deep crevasses run along the station, showing the slow
        RosenkrantzGM   layers of expansions through the many decades and the
        RosenkrantzGM   somewhat patchwork nature of many of them which includes
        RosenkrantzGM   parts from small vessels such as the nearly intact hull of the
        RosenkrantzGM   Solstice Imperialis, grafted onto one side of the station many
        RosenkrantzGM   centuries ago. Further construction and external maintenance
        RosenkrantzGM   is constant, with servitors crawling over areas of damage or
        RosenkrantzGM   expansion like flies over a bloated metal beast.
        RosenkrantzGM   NOT THIS
        RosenkrantzGM   FALSE START
        RosenkrantzGM   ++++++++++A NEW BEGINNING+++++++++++++++
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        RosenkrantzGM   Months of intrigue, diplomatic maneuvering, and open war have brought you sufficient recognition among Scintillan authorities to gain backing from the Adeptus Mechanicus, merchant houses, and chartist captains. Your efforts have paid off, and you have sided with the victorious faction with claims on the Rosenkrantz Warrant of Trade. Lord Wilhelm is a man you've seen grow into his position.
        RosenkrantzGM   Recognizing his inexperience in many aspects, he has placed in each of you his utmost trust, welcoming you as key members of a resurfacing Dynasty.
        RosenkrantzGM   The /Praeliator Aurorae/ sits in dock on Port Maw. While certainly not the only Rogue Trader vessel in port, its presence as representative of your otherwise obscure Dynasty has caught people's imagination, and rumors spread regarding your origins.
        RosenkrantzGM   The ship's Petty Dynasties - ancient families serving on board the vessel- have put together a ceremony, in which they affirm their fielty to the 'new' Dynasty. They wish their rights to be guaranteed by Lord Wilhelm: each Petty House is given exclusive control over the various systems on board the ship. Families for entire generations have lived and worked on a single Macrocannon, others
        RosenkrantzGM   have tended to various maintenance operations - the ship is alive, a cast system and local hierarchy of families is a live and well. Even a ship-borne currency exists - the Dawn - for internal trade.
        RosenkrantzGM   Lord Wilhelm: "This I affirm for myself, and for all my legitimate heirs, until the end of time."
        RosenkrantzGM   The representatives of the families ceremoniously bend the knee.
        RosenkrantzGM   As they rise once more, cheers fill the cargo compartment where the ceremony is taking place.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh whoops a couple of times, and yells out his affirmations as his thunderous claps wring out with the rest of the gathered crowd.
        RosenkrantzGM   With the total recognition and loyalty of his crew, the new beginning awaits your exploits.
        Confessor_Colonel       gives a slow clap, then lights a cigar, smiling widely
        Sheamus gives a bellow and claps obnoxiously
        Neue-Ziel       checking his data-slate on ship status .
        Baine_Mort      claps
        RosenkrantzGM   Sworn loyalty to the new ship's Masters isn't something new - you've served Lord Wilhelm on this ship for months. But tradition is tradition, and the fact that must be recognized by all is that you are now the true and legitimate Masters of the /Praeliator Aurorae/
        RosenkrantzGM   Ceremony coming to an end, Lord Wilhelm exits accompanied by an escorting segment of Armsmen. There is much to do to bring the Dynasty back to its former glory.
        RosenkrantzGM   Several trade-routes belonging to the von Rosenkrantz line have been left idle by the Dynasty's predecessor and have since been overtaken by Trade Conglomerates - a disrespectful overture, given their refusal to receive Dynastic envoys to solve the matter diplomatically. Additionally, Lord Wilhelm speaks of opportunity on an uncharted system. Something Mort and Sheamus are familiar with,
        RosenkrantzGM   having served the Rogue Trader for years.
        RosenkrantzGM   As trusted advisors to Lord Wilhelm, you are summoned to the Sensorium to discuss the future of the Dynasty.
        Sheamus "'owaya M'lord!"
        Neue-Ziel       "Hello, Lord Wilhelm."
        Baine_Mort      "My Lord!"
        Makh_Chomun     "Congratulations Lord Wilhelm!"
        Confessor_Colonel       "Why hello, Lord Captain."
        RosenkrantzGM   The Sensorium projects a peaceful landscape, a fresh breeze carries the scent of the Erika flowers which Wilhelm remembers fondly from his childhood. Wilhelm welcomes you in with an open-arms gesture.
        RosenkrantzGM   "As close as I can remember it", he comments looking at the paradise projected all around you.
        Sheamus "It smells nice in 'ere."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: Sits, and motions for you to do the same. "We've received word from the Florestal Consortium."
        Baine_Mort      "What have they said Lord Captain?"
        Sheamus sits "Waaat did they say?
        Makh_Chomun     Makh has a seat on one of the man cushy couches, adjusting his various furs, draped over his accessorized uniform, while paying attention.
        Neue-Ziel       commands his servitors to stand guard and takes a seat.
        Neue-Ziel       uses his data-stale and changes his seat into a cold, metal chair.
        RosenkrantzGM   "They see the Rosenkrantz Dynasty as a lost one. They have rejected to come into the Dynasty's fold, or to even pay a sum for using our trade lanes. I... can't say I blame them. We've much to do before anyone takes this Dynasty seriously."
        Sheamus "We'll show dem!"
        Makh_Chomun     "They'll regret rejecting you, My Lord Wilhelm. The Savage'll see to that. Just because your dynasty is obscure now doesn't mean it isn'
        Baine_Mort      "How shall we deal with these people then?"
        Makh_Chomun     "They'll regret rejecting you, My Lord Wilhelm. The Savage'll see to that. Just because your dynasty is obscure now doesn't mean it isn't on the rise."
        Baine_Mort      "Should we give them a taste of our fire power, or do you have something else in mind?"
        Neue-Ziel       "Are you suggesting the use of violence? I rather not damage this holy vessel."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm nods. "It is absolutely necessary that we settle this definitively. We must make them an example."
        Makh_Chomun     "We'll break their backs, that's for sure. We'll break 'em so hard not even the best medicae's in the sector could put 'em back."
        Sheamus "Oi loike a gran' scrap."
        RosenkrantzGM   "There are many assets we could take from the Consotrium. We would be able to use these assets to continue running that lane. A hostile-acquisition. Alternatively..."
        Confessor_Colonel       "Now, now, my good friends. Violence is not the sole option at our disposal."
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        RosenkrantzGM   "alternatively, we could destroy them outright." he looks off into the simulated horizon, contemplating the thought
        Confessor_Colonel       "It is one of them, of course. But perhaps we can show these.... wayward bean-counters that the God Emperor is in full favor of our struggle, no?"
        RosenkrantzGM   "What is it you suggest, Lord-Confessor?"
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        Confessor_Colonel       "Perhaps we may... liberate their material burdens covertly, captain."
        Confessor_Colonel       "It will take time, but, well, their men's loyalty is paid for by money. We have that as well, and a Warrant of Trade."
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        Confessor_Colonel       "Not to mention the will of the Emperor."
        Baine_Mort      "Interesting idea Colonel, If it brings us more money then I would agree to this."
        Makh_Chomun     "Back in 'The Cage', when you wanted to send a message, you killed the example, and made use of his belongings."
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        RosenkrantzGM   "In any case, we must make our presence known. They shall not refuse us another audience with our ship in orbit."
        Sheamus "Yer bet they won't."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Master-Helmsman, Enginseer Ziel: undock the ship and prepare for warp travel."
        Neue-Ziel       "Understood, Lord Captain."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm stands, suddenly, and the sensorium is powered off.
        RosenkrantzGM   The illusion gone, the Rogue Trader exits the room.
        Sheamus "Aye Ser!" and heads for the helm
        Neue-Ziel       uses his data-stale to contact Magos Enginarium.
        Baine_Mort      follows Wilhelm and heads for the bridge
        Neue-Ziel       sends a message "Prepare the vessel for combat."
        RosenkrantzGM   +affirmative+
        Makh_Chomun     Makh gives the Lord-Captain his best salute (not all that good considering his background) and heads to the nearest comm-station. "ALL HANDS, PREPARE FOR DEPARTURE."
        RosenkrantzGM   The command is echoed through the many laudhailers on the ship.
        RosenkrantzGM   ++HANDS, PREPARE FOR DEPARTURE++
        Neue-Ziel       heads to the bridge.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh then heads towards the bridge, using his own comm-bead he orders his direct subordinates to meet him at the bridge.
        RosenkrantzGM   Upon entering the bridge, the two ever-bickering helmsmen are at it as usual. A young Lieutenant, in futility, orders them to maintain composure.
        Sheamus "Tell me when captain."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm appears visibly annoyed.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Master-At-Arms..."
        Makh_Chomun     "You two! I'll fracking ground-pound you both if you don't knock it off!"
        Baine_Mort      reaches the bridge and head for his station, +All Batteries Report In+
        RosenkrantzGM   The two helmsmen instantly shape up into something resembling a professional pair. They don't dare look back and meet Chomun's sharp gaze.
        Makh_Chomun     "You won't be dead, but you'll wish you were!" He strides to the both of them, and bends his massive bulk to tower over them. "If you've a problem, take it out in the gymanisium when you're off duty."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Y-yes, sir!"
        Makh_Chomun     "Good!" He claps them both on the shoulders.
        Neue-Ziel       uses the vox to contact Kurma.
        RosenkrantzGM   ++PORT AND STARBOARD BATTERIES REPORTING, SIR++
        Sheamus laughs loudly
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Master-Enginseer++ comes in the reply
        Neue-Ziel       +Lead a short prayer for the protection of this vessel then return to battle preparations. Praise the Omnissiah!+
        RosenkrantzGM   +Engines and Warp Drives ready, Master. Praise the Omnissiah+
        Baine_Mort      +I need weapons statues, are they all ready for combat?+
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        RosenkrantzGM   +Negative, sir. Confirm you wish to ready weapons while still in port?+
        Neue-Ziel       "Engines are ready and primed. Lord Captain."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Master Helmsman."
        Sheamus "Aye Ser?"
        Baine_Mort      +Ok then, how is our ammo stock then?+
        RosenkrantzGM   "Break free from port.
        Sheamus "Alright lads, bring her up!"
        RosenkrantzGM   +We're at capacity, Commander+
        Sheamus breaks the ship from port
        RosenkrantzGM   Shouts and calls now fill the bridge as the many helmsmen and essential crew work in unison to move the massive vessel away from port.
        Baine_Mort      +Good, once we are clear and away from port, get them ready for combat.+
        RosenkrantzGM   +Yes, Commander+
        Baine_Mort      +Good, report to me once they are ready.+
        Neue-Ziel       heads down towards the Engine Room.
        RosenkrantzGM   The maneuver is perfect. A graceful separation from the dock. The engines hum and the ship gains momentum.
        Baine_Mort      "Lord Captain, we are to full capacity on ammo and weapons will be ready for any combat we get into once we are away from port."
        RosenkrantzGM   "That won't be necessary for quite some time, Commander. Thank you for the report."
        Baine_Mort      "No problem Lord Commander"
        RosenkrantzGM   The mysterious figure of the Navigator takes his post and readies himself.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Prepare for Warp Travel. Destination: Port Florestal."
        RosenkrantzGM   The alarm is sounded. It echoes throughout every segment of the ship.
        RosenkrantzGM   It is a piercing noise, one that you've realized is impossible to get accustomed to.
        Makh_Chomun     "I always hated that klaxon."
        RosenkrantzGM   The Warp Drives houl, adding to the noise, and the protective figure of St. Macharius flickers in preparation for the voyage.
        Neue-Ziel       instinctively braces himself.
        Baine_Mort      sits down in his chair and braces for warp
        RosenkrantzGM   The Navigator's station shines bright as he opens his third eye into the ship's auger systems.
        RosenkrantzGM   The dense feeling at your gut increases, your body protesting against the crossing into the Warp. The Ship then jolts, a bright light engulfing the bridge.
        Sheamus seems to be perfectly comfortable, doing this his entire life
        RosenkrantzGM   The ship appears to bend and stretch, and finally settles down... ++We're in-warp, Lord-Captain++ the announcement is called out.
        Neue-Ziel       and Omnissianic Congregator Kurma leads prayers aboard the ship.
        Sheamus instructs Bran and Brad on Steering the ship
        Makh_Chomun     uses the time while in the warp to drill the crew, and even offers to train the Lord-Captain in CQC.
        RosenkrantzGM   A whole 2 months of Warp travel later, the /Praeliator Aurorae/ enters the material world as smoothly as ever, expertly guided by the Master-Helmsman.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Augurs, scan the system."
        Baine_Mort      +All weapon Batteries Report in+
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Weapons Batteries Reporting, Commander++
        Makh_Chomun     Makh contacts his subordinates through the comms station. +Any problems with the armsmen or crew?+
        Baine_Mort      +Keep all weapons on standby, we just arrived and we don't know whats out there yet+
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Readying weapons batteries, Commander++
        RosenkrantzGM   +We had a minor scuffle between two of the families, sir. Situation under control.+
        Sheamus "be ready for anything lads."
        Baine_Mort      +Understood, Baine out+
        Neue-Ziel       +Magos Enginarium Katherine and Omnissianic Congregator Kurma. Status report+
        RosenkrantzGM   The scans reveal two ships in combat. They appear seemingly unaware of you, focused on their duel.
        Makh_Chomun     +Very good, keep me updated.+
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Warp Drives cooled at effective levels, Master Enginseer++
        Neue-Ziel       +Good. Prepare for possible ship combat. Hail the Machine God!+
        RosenkrantzGM   Scans reveal a Meritech Strike Class Raider in combat against a Carrack-Class Transport.
        Baine_Mort      "Sheamus whats out there?"
        Sheamus "We have two ships, One is a Meritech Strike Class Raider and the other a Carrack-Class Transport.
        Sheamus ."
        Makh_Chomun     "I'd suggest taking out the Raider. If the Transport is too damaged to save, we could always use more resources." Makh says with a predatory grin.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Maintain active Augury, and jam their communications. Close in the distance, and ready weapons systems. We will make our presence known and hail the ships."
        Makh_Chomun     "Hop to bridge!"
        Baine_Mort      +All Batteries, prepare to ready the weapons+
        Neue-Ziel       +This machine is discharged into your care.
        Neue-Ziel       Fight with this machine, and guard it from the shame of defeat.
        Neue-Ziel       Serve this machine, as you would have fight it for you.+
        RosenkrantzGM   ++I shall++
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        RosenkrantzGM   The many servants of the Adeptus Mechanicus echo their leaders' prayers.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Activate the Hymn Casters, and close the distance."
        Neue-Ziel       uses his data-stale to activate the Hymn Casters.
        RosenkrantzGM   The transmissions overwhelm vox communications to both ships. You can visibly note the effects as the firing becomes less coordinated, and maneuvers appear desperate.
        RosenkrantzGM   The distance is closed within effective weapons range, the ship's auger systems show both vessels desperately scanning the systems of your ship.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Disable Hymn Casters."
        Neue-Ziel       disables Hymn Casters.
        RosenkrantzGM   The Rogue Trader stands, now, his eyes scanning all the information in front of him.
        RosenkrantzGM   With a nod he commands, "Hail the vessels"
        Makh_Chomun     "Comms! Hail the enemy, and put them on the main screen!"
        RosenkrantzGM   "Sir!"
        RosenkrantzGM   Comms officers work to hail the enemy, "Sir, establishing contact."
        RosenkrantzGM   Two figures begin to render in front of Wilhelm, who stands, stoic as ever.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wihlelm: "This is Lord-Captain Wilhelm Friedrich of the von Rosenkrantz Dynasty. Identify yourselves; you who would bring war to my Trade Lanes."
        RosenkrantzGM   One of the men, in an ornate, yet somehow rugged attire responds first... he spits on the floor of his own bridge and replies, "I am here on the orders of the legitimate owners of these lanes /lord/" a mocking tone emphasizing the last word.
        RosenkrantzGM   "You interrupt the necessary annihilation of a rebelious former-captain of the Consortium"
        Makh_Chomun     "You will show some respect to the rightful owner of these trade-lanes, space-grub!"
        Sheamus "I say we kill that one."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm raises a hand, assuring you of his ability to handle the exchange.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh makes an effort to settle himself, but still scowls menacingly.
        Neue-Ziel       uses his MIU to jack into a console and monitors the ship systems.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Who dies or lives is my decision to make, and mine alone. And at this very moment I am ready to decide what lies in your fate."
        RosenkrantzGM   The other captain is in appearance the very embodiment of a Chartist-Captain. No trappings of militarism, only a tradesman's tunics. He is clearly more than intimidated by your overtures, and his voice breaks betraying his nervous state.
        RosenkrantzGM   "My Lord, I am but a Free Captain trying to earn his wage. I make no claims upon these routes, and would gladly pay my due to your noble dynasty for operating in your lanes!"
        RosenkrantzGM   The rugged Raider captain scoffs, "spineless! Spineless to the very end! They have but one ship! The consortium doesn't bow to one ship."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Enough of this. End communications. Master-Helmsman aggressive maneuvers. Master of Ordnance, target the Raider."
        Sheamus mumbles "You'll bow to this ship alright."
        RosenkrantzGM   The Rogue Trader takes hold of his Captain's Baton, and stands in front of his command chair.
        Sheamus relays the order and begins to approach
        Baine_Mort      "Yes Sir" +All Hand Prepare the Sunhammer Lance for Fire+
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Readying Weapon, Commander++
        Baine_Mort      +Target the Raider Ship+
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Targetting Vectors Acquired, Sir.++
        Baine_Mort      "Ready to fire on command Lord Captain."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Fire at will" he nods
        Baine_Mort      +FIRE+
        RosenkrantzGM   In front of the bridge, a flash of light overtakes the view. A few seconds later, the bridge shakes.
        RosenkrantzGM   The enemy raider's front-most section is utterly destroyed. A third of the enemy vessel's tonnage is vaporized in an instant.
        Makh_Chomun     "Now that is a great feeling," Makh comments as the bridge continues to shake.
        Sheamus "Boom."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Sir. We're being hailed!" comms announces.
        Makh_Chomun     "Frakking space-grubs."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Master Helmsman, Maneuver for broadside."
        Sheamus "Aye Sir!"
        Neue-Ziel       +Never challenge a ship of the Omnissiah!+
        RosenkrantzGM   The Cruiser attempts to give the enemy a broadside, but its massive weight challenge the engines, and it clumsily turns on its side.
        Baine_Mort      +All weapon prepare to broadside+
        RosenkrantzGM   The enemy raider maneuvers to try to get behind the transport vessel.
        Baine_Mort      "Captain should i open fire again"
        RosenkrantzGM   He gets close enough to confuse your targetting systems.
        RosenkrantzGM   The transport vessel attempts to counteract this maneuver, realizing the mortal danger it's in.
        RosenkrantzGM   To everyone's surprise, the transport is able to push its engines beyond their normal capacity, and dramatically increases its distance to the raider.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Master-At-Arms, prepare a boarding party!"
        Sheamus was blinded after the flash from the weapon, and in his confusion made a critical error in the maneuver. After gaining his sight back he quickly fixed the error
        RosenkrantzGM   The Cruiser now demonstrates incredible grace, turning on a dime, allowing the starboard broadside to be brought to bear.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Mr. Mort? End this."
        Baine_Mort      "It would be my pleasure."
        Makh_Chomun     "At your command!" He turns around and exits the bridge, making his way to the boarding tubes. +Gents and Lady, it's boarding time. Iyetsev organize the tubes, you will be leading teams 1-5, Downfield, you will be leading 6-10, I'll be leading 11-15, ven Dreiger you will be held in reserve with the rest. Be ready in ten.+
        Sheamus "May I join in this boarding?"
        Makh_Chomun     +Vellow, bring my weapons and gear, and meet me at tube 6.+
        Baine_Mort      +Starboard Lathe Grav-cilverin open fire+
        RosenkrantzGM   +Aye, sir. Boys'll be ready for action+
        RosenkrantzGM   The Vessel shakes in earnest. It is percussive and violent. But deeply pleasing, knowing that the might you feel underneath you will be sure to bring the enemy's demise.
        RosenkrantzGM   Through expert targeting, the entirety of the broadside meets the intended target. It is violent, and merciless. The hail-pings go silent as you see the enemy bridge disintegrate.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: +Master-at-arms, you are to board the transport, arrest the Captain and leave a contingent on their bridge. Bring him to me.+
        Makh_Chomun     +Your will be done, Lord-Captain. Praise the Emperor.+
        Makh_Chomun     Once Vellow shows up, Makh gears up. "Weapons check!" He yells down the line to the other armsmen.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Check!"
        Neue-Ziel       +Lord Captain, Combat status?+
        RosenkrantzGM   "Check!" the answer is echoed
        Makh_Chomun     "The Savage is coming for you!" He says with a grin.
        Baine_Mort      +All weapon batteries, reload if necessary and be ready for anything.+
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Fire boarding tubes, and hail the transport."
        Sheamus "I'd like to apologize Captain."
        Sheamus "That was shameful on my part."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Shameful would have been to let the enemy die without knowing the power of our broadsides, Sheamus" he gives you a wink
        RosenkrantzGM   The bridge officers get the clearances, and make the call: "FIRING BOARDING TUBES!"
        Sheamus Smiles in return and bellows out a laugh
        RosenkrantzGM   The transport captain appears on-screen.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Captain, you are to be arrested. Do not resist. Your officer no-doubt have informed you that an entire broadside has your vessel targeted."
        Neue-Ziel       runs a system scan on the ship.
        Makh_Chomun     With the tubes in-place Makh charges, he always preferred to lead from the front. +To the bridge! Any and all crew are expendable if they pose a threat!+
        RosenkrantzGM   The initial charge is met with confusion as the Armsmen try to gather into effective groups.
        Neue-Ziel       +Magos Enginarium Katherine, there appears to be slight overheating on engines. Investigate and Report back.+
        RosenkrantzGM   The security forces on board the vessel by and large surrender, with a few exceptions who try to resist your boarding action.
        RosenkrantzGM   ++Yes, Master Enginseer++
        Neue-Ziel       +Omnissianic Congregator Kurma. Prepare a ritual to calm and thank the machine spirit.+
        Makh_Chomun     "Hardly put up a fight!" Makh continues to the brdige of the transport.
        RosenkrantzGM   As you reach the elevatus, two armsmen and a Sergeant-At-Arms guard its entry.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Halt! Put down your weapons!"
        Makh_Chomun     Makh responds with a bark of laughter. He then holds up his power-fist. "/YOU/ WILL PUT DOWN, /YOUR/ WEAPONS, OR THE SAVAGE WILL TEAR YOUR TO BITS AND PIECES!"
        RosenkrantzGM   The two guardsmen fall to their knees and drop their weapons. The Seargant remains steadfast. "Rise, you fools! Cowards!"
        Makh_Chomun     With a vicious roar Makh charges the Sergeant-at-Arms who was dumb enough to not surrender, and simply punches through im with his power fist. It's like a melta through snow. Makh stares down into the man's eyes as his life slowly fades from his eyes. Satisfied Makh throws the corpse to his side.
        Makh_Chomun     "Now! Open the doors to the bridge, unless you want to end up like your friend."
        RosenkrantzGM   One of the two Armsmen rises and reaches for a dataslate which he connects to a receiver on the side of the doors.
        RosenkrantzGM   They open.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh smiles and gestures for the man to lay back down. He then strides onto the Bridge with his armsmen in tow.
        Makh_Chomun     "Who is the Captain of this vessel?"
        RosenkrantzGM   "Free-Captain Mornus" the man you recognize from the earlier transmissions says.
        Makh_Chomun     "My Lord-Captain wishes for your presence aboard his ship. Follow me, and please don't make it anymore difficult than it has to be, not that I would mind.
        RosenkrantzGM   The Armsmen under your command pour into the bridge, securing every corner and subduing the bridge crew.
        RosenkrantzGM   The man nods, his arms extended to either side of him, and approaches you.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh lightly guides the Captain forward of him and leads him back to the Aurorae with a squad of armsmen in tow. +Downfield, you are in charge of this ship, until otherwise ordered.+
        RosenkrantzGM   +Aye, sir. Passing quick promotions?+
        RosenkrantzGM   Wihlelm: "I will be in the Sensorium. Mort, it's your bridge."
        Makh_Chomun     Makh chuckles at that over the vox, +Only if you're a good girl.+
        RosenkrantzGM   +I look forward to that evaluation, sir+
        Baine_Mort      "Yes sir"
        Baine_Mort      "Sheamus what's our status"
        Neue-Ziel       goes through the Sensorium saved situations.
        Makh_Chomun     Once back aboard, Makh tunes into the Comm's and get's the Captain's location. Noting the sensorium, he heads there with the Lord-Captain's guest.
        Sheamus "Everything seems fine there." He says sadly.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm sits in the sensorium, and projects the interior of a lavish palace. Music fills the air, the scent of burning candles accents it all.
        Sheamus mumbles " why can't i have the bridge?"
        Baine_Mort      "Hey don't be sad, one day you will have the bridge."
        Neue-Ziel       to Sheamus via his Vox console "Because you nearly overheated the engines."
        Baine_Mort      "And that day will be when you don't leave the breaks on or are blinded by light."
        Makh_Chomun     Makh, hits the query rune next to the entrance to the sensorium to alert the Captain.
        Sheamus remains silent
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm unlocks the doors.
        Baine_Mort      pats Sheamus on the back
        Neue-Ziel       starts to read through the list of the oddly labels Sensorium settings.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh motions for the armsmen to wait here as he guides the guest inside. "My Lord Captain, I have brought your guest." He pulls the other ship's Captain forward.
        RosenkrantzGM   The Sensorium has in it various presets. Mostly comfortable scenes that bring peace to Wilhelm's mind. Others are meant expressly to intimidate those who are brought inside. Others still are left open for programming.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Thank you, Mr. Chomun."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "You are?"
        Makh_Chomun     Makh gives his best salute (still needs work) and smiles.
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "Andrew Mornus, sir. Erm... my Lord" he nervously looks back at the Savage, realizing his mistake.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh, gives the man a knowing nod.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Free-Captain, formerly employed by the Consortium, my Lord."
        Baine_Mort      +Neue, whats the status on the ship systems?+
        Neue-Ziel       sends the 'Imperial Guardsmen Primer handbook' to Chomun's data-stale.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh hears a soft ping from the data-late in his gear, but ignores it for later.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Captain Mornus, I'm sure you understand that I cannot allow people's transgressions to go unpunished."
        Neue-Ziel       +A slight overheating on the engines. An investigation is already on its way to determine the cause.+
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "Of course, my Lord."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "But you are familiar with this Consortium's operations?"
        Baine_Mort      +Understood, keep me posted+
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "Yes, my Lord. Their operations and their pathetic struggles for more power and influence. The Houses are in no sense united."
        Neue-Ziel       +Will do.+
        Baine_Mort      "Sheamus, do a scan of the Area, see if anything else is out there."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Florestal Port. How well-defended is it?"
        Sheamus "I don't see anything."
        Neue-Ziel       starts recording the conversation in the Sensorium.
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "The Port itself has defenses, and the Houses have voidships to aid in such a defense where necessary, my Lord. In general, they are provided security from privateers and the likes. Men like those you saved us from."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Very well..." the Lord-Captain rises form his seat. "Kneel."
        Baine_Mort      "Well let me know if they do pick up anything Sheamus, I want us to be ready for anything."
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus is hesitant and confused, but remains upright.
        Sheamus "I will."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Kneel, Captain Mornus."
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "Sir, I... I don't understand."
        RosenkrantzGM   An expression of deep impatience fills Wilhelm's face.
        Makh_Chomun     "YOU WILL KNEEL, WHEN HE DEMANDS IT, MR. MORNUS!" Makh bellows.
        Baine_Mort      check out the radar again just to be sure
        RosenkrantzGM   The man drops to his knees.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Captain Mornus, do you swear fealty to me, my legal heirs, and by extension all who continue the Rosenkrantz line, until the end of days? A loyal vassal, a contract to be continued by your children and your children's children, until your line is no more?"
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus appears surprised... shocked.
        RosenkrantzGM   "My Lord, I..."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "You?..."
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus's body language becomes even more defeated, if at all possible. His shoulders lower his head hangs lazily on his neck. He breathes in deeply.
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "My Lord, I swear fealty to you and your legal heirs. My family shall serve the Rosenkrantz Dynasty until the day it perishes."
        Makh_Chomun     Makh nods, grinning.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Then rise proudly, Vassal-Captain Mornus" Wilhelm gives him a token of his Dynasty. "Follow us to Port Florestal, and earn your place in this rising Dynasty."
        Makh_Chomun     "Shall I escort him back to his ship, m'lord?"
        RosenkrantzGM   "If you would please, Mr. Chomun" he nods. "Keep a contingent of Armsmen on board."
        Makh_Chomun     "Very well, m'lord. Come Mr. Mornus, I shall see you safely to your ship. Oh, and welcome to your new family!"
        RosenkrantzGM   Mornus: "Y-yes... thank you"
        Neue-Ziel       stops recording the conversation and sends a copy of the data to Wilhelm's data-slate.
        RosenkrantzGM   The Augur scans reveal a small convoy of transports far into the distance. Seemingly non-warp-capable vessels hauling cargo the old fashioned way.
        Makh_Chomun     While taking him back, Makh bring the Vassal-Captain up to speed on the dynasty, and how it's glorious rising status will benefit him and his ship for generations to come.
        RosenkrantzGM   The now Vassal-Captain reluctantly receives the information, still trying to take in the reality of what his new life will be like.
        Baine_Mort      "Looks like there's a small convoy of transports far away fromus, they don't seem like a threat so we should be find, but i will inform the captain of this."
        Neue-Ziel       sends augur scans about the convoy to Wilhelm's data-slate.
        Neue-Ziel       +Lord Captain, Mort's scan found something.+
        RosenkrantzGM   +On my way to the bridge.+
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        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm enters the bridge a half-hour later. His attire is more... comfortable. Celebratory, even. Carrying with him a bottle of high-quality amasec and an ornate chalice.
        Baine_Mort      "Lord Captain, we have detected a small convoy of transport ship far of in the distance, they don't seem to be a threat."
        Makh_Chomun     After depositing the Vassal-Captain back on his bridge, Makh orders two teams to stay on-board. "Play nice guys, we're all a big happy family now. Downfield with me."
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm: "Leave them. We will not be disrupting trade along this, /our/ lane. Soon we will reap the rewards of their labors."
        Baine_Mort      "As you wish Lord Captain, the Bridge is all yours again sir."
        RosenkrantzGM   Downfield takes her team and follows Makh down.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Well aware of that, Mort. Well aware, thank you" he says in a teasing tone.
        RosenkrantzGM   Wilhelm pours himself a drink, and sits on his Command Throne.
        Makh_Chomun     "A shame you won't be getting your ship quite yet, Leftenant." Makh says as they make their way back aboard the Aurorae. He informs the Comms that all Armsmen (sans 2 teams) are back aboard and the tubes can be brought back.
        RosenkrantzGM   The ships disconnect, and things come back to normalcy... save for the debris field of what used to be a Raider.
        Neue-Ziel       commands the Clipaeus-class Combat Servitors into routine patrol.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh oversees the Armsmen standing down, making sure to review and casualties or wounded before ordering his subordinates back to their routines and down time. After all of this is done he rejoins the bridge.
        Neue-Ziel       checks daily status reports from the other techno-mats and Tech Priests.
        RosenkrantzGM   2 wounded require medicae assistance, and another 3 require a Priest for their posthumously-granted last rites.
        Makh_Chomun     Makh gives the 2 wounded some heartfelt encouragement. Telling them they'd be find and to relish their new battle-scars; of course it meant they had survived and they should wear their scars as badges of courage.
        RosenkrantzGM   Reports show a stable resolution to the engine overheating issues experienced previously. Warp Drives are stable, and ready for Warp-travel. Augur Array is calibrated, and Gellar Fields show no anomalies.
        Makh_Chomun     After sending them off to the medicae deck, he quickly gives a prayer to the three dead. Those who died for the Emperor, and the Dynasty. He sent them to the Ministorum contingent on-board and headed towards the Bridge.
        Neue-Ziel       complies the data into a easy to read manuscript and sends it to Wilhelm's data-slate.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Welcome, Mr. Chomun" Wilhelm greets you, drink in hand.
        Makh_Chomun     "Thank you, my Lord. Celebratory drink?"
        Neue-Ziel       checks Wilhelm's data state.
        RosenkrantzGM   "Of course! A fine action, today. Very good work" he hands you the rest of the bottle, a third of its content remaining.
        Makh_Chomun     "Why thank you, my lord. Don't mind if I do."
        Makh_Chomun     Makh downs the whole bottle before balancing the bottle on two fingers.
        Makh_Chomun     "Damn better stuff than I'm used to, my lord."
        RosenkrantzGM   "And well deserved, too."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Next stop, Port Florestal... I'll have words with those insolent fools."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Ah, and before I forget. Have the good Captain Mornus to run salvage operations on the Raider."
        Makh_Chomun     "As you command. Comms! Get Mornus his orders to run salvage on the Raider."
        Makh_Chomun     "If anything, he can take joy in the irony of that situation."
        RosenkrantzGM   "Aye, sir. Relaying orders!"
        Neue-Ziel       starts to go through Sensorium's files and deletes old backups, corrupted, and mislabeled settings.
        Neue-Ziel       pings all servitors to check status and current operations.
        RosenkrantzGM   The Sensorium resets itself, but not before encountering an odd glitch. The chamber is filled with identical copies of a nude woman. It then shuts off.
        RosenkrantzGM   Most servitors are operating at acceptable levels. A few undergo maintenance.
        Neue-Ziel       disconnects from his console and heads towards his quarters.