Title: Operation Perseus
Type of RP: Conflict (Cross-faction)

"Though force can protect in emergency, only justice, fairness, consideration and cooperation can finally lead men to the dawn of eternal peace."
- General Dwight D. Eisenhower

Story:

The Warmaster had been on the bridge of the frigate since the Highliner had arrived in orbit of Eirdanos. He watched as the one hundred and fifty frigates dispatched by Marquis Eleusis began their undocking procedures to leave the colossul ship that had brought them here. Warmaster Gleason had been to war before, multiple times, but there was always a sense of trepidation when about to embark on a mission that could result in open conflict. The mission was relatively straightforward in and of itself; take control of the Starport on Eirdanos, prevent any ship to leave or land on the planet's surface, and provide suitable encouragement for the rebels to end their campaign against their lords.

Archibald wondered about that last part, whether the loss of the fief to the more stable House Aiantis would be sufficient to end the rebellion against the incompetent Alexin regime, or whether they would be stupid enough to continue rebelling against a Great House. Aside from the quarantine, the immediate goal was to end the rebellion peacefully to prevent any needless loss of life. To this end a diplomatic entourage of House Aiantis had been given special permission to accompany the Eluesinian forces to the surface, however until the quarantine was lifted they could not leave either.

He reached down with his right hand and picked up a handset nestled in the side of the situation table and nodded to the Communications Officer.

"Broadcast across all frequencies Lieutenant." he instructed and then waited for the go ahead. It only took a few seconds as the Lieutenant pressed a few buttons on his panel before giving Archibald a nod to signal he was broadcasting. Archibald took a silent, deep breath before bringing the handset to his mouth.

"Attention all entities of the Imperium. By order of his Imperial Majesty, Emperor Shaddam Corrino IV, Eirdanos is hereby placed under quarantine by the forces of House Eleusis. This quarantine will be immediately put into affect and all transport to and from the planet will cease. All passengers and ships aboard the Highliner may remain or undock as they wish, however all requests for landing will be denied. All passengers and ships waiting to board the Highliner will be refused entry and all requests for lift-off will be denied. Anyone attempting to breach this Imperial quarantine will be forcibly deterred." Announced the Warmaster with a steady and calm voice.

"Please obey all instructions you receive from House Eleusis' forces and there will be no bloodshed, only some delayed travel plans. Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated, and will allow for the prompt conclusion of Eleusinian presence." he added before nodding to the Comms Officer to terminate the transmission.

"Have that message broadcast on all primary travel and civilian communication frequencies every three minutes for the next twenty four hours." Archibald instructed before turning to the frigate's Captain.

"Let's get this done by the numbers, Captain."


Summary:

• House Eleusis deploys the 4th and 5th legions to Eirdanos to impose a planet-wide quarantine.
• House Eleusis pays 100s in upkeep for the deployed legions.
• House Eleusis assigns 1 unit of spice to each deployed legion.
• House Eleusis transports 5 units of drugs and foodstuffs to Eirdanos along with the legions, to be used as instructed.
• The 4th Legion is instructed to land at the Eirdanos Starport and immediately occupy and introduce a strong defensive perimeter around the Starport and ground all transport attempting to leave the planet.
• The 4th Legion is also ordered to seize and guard all transport hubs capable of servicing, receiving and launching off-world freighters and transports.
• House Alexin staff and cargo are not permitted to leave Eirdanos until the quarantine has been lifted.
• House Alexin staff and cargo are to be classified as likely priority targets for the Rebels and are to be protected within the Eleusinian defensive lines of the 4th Legion, however their movements are to be restricted to prevent any disruption to the quarantine.
• The 5th Legion is instructed to divide into two and take up defensive positions a short distance from Kratos and Karameikos, and prepare for potential assault.
• The 5th Legion is instructed to provide food and medical care to the local populace as far as they can manage without compromising their defensive positions or manpower for any potential storming of the cities if requested by House Aiantis' diplomats.
• The House Aiantis diplomatic team is afforded free movement and protection by Eleusinian forces throughout Eirdanos, but will not allow them to leave the planet while the quarantine is in effect.
• A warning message is sent to the rebels that whilst House Eleusis' forces are assuming defensive positions to maintain order while House Aiantis' diplomatic team negotiates, any attacks or interference with House Eleusis' missions will result in severe responsive measures.
• Anyone attempted to breach the quarantine will be warned only twice before use of force is authorised, including deadly force if ultimately required.

July/August 10.191

Title:Operation Perseus
Type of RP:Conflict (Cross Faction)

GM Ruling:
Approved. This may continue to be written as the player deems necessary.
The Sarduakar battalion is deployed in accordance with intelligence that pointed a hotbed of rebel activity to a large town that was once well known for its high yeild of foodstuffs, contributing significantly to the Eirdanos foodstuffs industry. Mostly a farming community, the youths of the town had become prey to rebel propaganda and began to rail against even the rebel nobles who accepted Aiantisian rule, preferring instead an idealised community of power and democracy. Where exactly these ideals sprung from is unsure, but the ideas were quickly spread amongst the isolated and poorly educated and frustated youth of the town.

The idolisation of a communal power was promptly eradicated however with the deadly efficieny of the Sarduakar battalion that was able to destroy most of the town and every resident within a matter of 72hrs. The death toll reaching 8,145, not a single Sarduakar was killed in the action with the farming community being of no match to the abilities, training and technology of The Emperor's shocktroops.

The result however has been precise, with violence across Eirdanos taking a sharp dive, and with the many town's communities themselves now reporting, capturing and handing over family members to the House Aiantis guard within days of the attack as news spread, preferring Aiantis punishment and re-education to the total destruction of towns by the Emperor's ubiquitously feared troops.

House Corrino gains +2 to its military category pool.

Title: Operation Perseus
Type of RP: Cnflict (Cross faction)

Story:

General Marcus Depfirm looked over the reports and pictures taken at the former farming town, a place where intel had cofirmed a large rebellion had been forming. He then watched the footage of 1200 Sarduarkar marc down from transports and begin a purge of the town. It was, by all intents and purposes, a slaughter. The farmers and youths could do little against the Empires best. It was a little over the top, but it had achieved the needed result - the rebellion had been put on hold. No one would want to spark disent against the Aiantis now, for risk of this happening to them.

Now was the time the Aiantis had to show they could rule the fief. With the situation at a calm, they had to act.

And now the Sarduakar would be transfered to peacekeeping duties, ensuring that no more sparks of rebellion took place and giving the Aiantis a chance to act with politics and win the locals.

"Despatch to all callsigns," The General said in the CP. "Omega- directive is now in effect. All units are to begin coordinated patrols of the capitol city and local starports. Aid is to be provided to Aiantis in regards to further rebel attempts only. No other aid to be provided at this time."

Summary:

• The Sarduakar forces begin routine patrols around both the capitol and starports to show the populace they act as allies to Aiantis rule.
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