Hard to believe the game has been going on for a month, but here we are. I have to say I'm quite happy with the progress we've made so far, and how the game is turning out. After four weeks we haven't even concluded the prelude, though we're close! This is probably the fourth or fifth game I've made in this Star Reach universe, all of which were done on another forum, and seemed to be doomed to failure - I can say with confidence however this game is sticking thanks to you guys!
I sincerely hope you're all having as much fun playing as I am running it, and I really appreciate all of you taking part.
@SantosGabriel77@Ciaran I'm just waiting for you guys to confirm through IC you're taking part in the vanguard fleet to Armstrong (though Dark Light and Rush can take part too so long as your frigates are available).
BATTLENET 12:35 <IMPSEC Actual> @Cmdr Nought Get your men planetside to support Horizon peacekeeping operations, but I need your frigate in the vanguard fleet to clear a path to Armstrong.
12:35 <IMPSEC Actual> I will also remind you, Commander, that I am not beholden to you. The only thing I will provide you with is credits. So do your job, and you will get more then you can count.
BATTLENET 13:19 <ERIS> SITREP: LMG Forces have landed in Horizon. IMPSEC has left a platoon to secure the LZ and a vanguard fleet is bound for Armstrong. Horizon was ransacked by IMPSEC officers, leaving unrest among the population. Protesters have barricaded the Atrium and many are armed.
13:21 <IMPSEC Actual> This is ugly business, but our hands have been forced. We will not forget Anita City. Restore order in Horizon by any means necessary. Do this, and I'll send a 1,000mc bonus. Transports are standing by to exfil any prisoners. Vanguard fleet, clear us a path to Armstrong and scan the area.
"You bastards come in here, haul a bunch of us away, rob us blind and think we will stand for it?! Get the hell out of Horizon and off Ashby!"
<IMPSEC Actual> He's your problem now, Commanders. You have eight hours before Sword Fleet moves on to Armstrong. Good luck.
BATTLENET 12:19 <ERIS> The Lantallian has returned to Sword Fleet. LMG troops enroute to Horizon.
12:24 <IMPSEC Actual> @Cmdr Carver Thank you for dealing with those runaways, though its disappointing that some slipped past your net. I'm sure they'll turn up once we go over that ship. Get your men planet side asap and support Davidson.
12:39 <IMPSEC Actual> @Cmdr Terren, @Cmdr Nought, I have received all the data I need from AOS. You're clear to vacate the station. IMPSEC officers are enroute to relieve you. Once Horizon is green Sword Fleet will be moving out to Armstrong. Proceed to Armstrong and clear a path for Sword Fleet. Scan all ships you come across and report any suspicious activity.
13:20 <ERIS> ALERT! Demonstrations in the Horizon Atrium are becoming increasingly violent. Protesters have barricaded the Atrium block. I am also picking up numerous combat rifles and small arms held throughout the crowd. Proceed with caution, Commanders.