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In retrospect my post could have been much better, eh thats what I get for writing it very early in the morning after accidentally deleting it. I will try to do much better in the future, but if it helps clean up any questions about the post only two things really need to be taken from it

1) Massive military movements and escalation inside the Varangian borders
2) New units will have been spotted in the Legios forces that seem to be near the size of main battle tanks an carry comparable weaponry
Agartha, Office of the Dominus


Dominus Aventus stood alone in the darkened office, the displays along the back wall showing only the storm that raged outside. He stood in front of the small shrine that was nestled in the wall of his office, its small candles and incense stick offering little light as the Dominus held the small statue of the dancing gods in his hands, turning it over. It was an old thing, probably older than many within the building, the soft faces of the two figures having been worn by time as the statue had seen both year and Dominus's come and go. "How much strife have you seen?" Aventus wondered silently "Such a little thing..." So lost was he in thought that he almost didnt hear his door slide open and lock as several figures shuffled into the room.

The forms of the High command (at least those among them that were planet side, thus limiting their number to 4). They stood for a moment in silence as the Dominus turned the statue on last time in his hands before placing back into where it belonged. Turning Aventus walked in silence back to his desk before turning to face the assembled commanders "Friends." He began, his voice low and even "War is at our doorstep. Uther and Faust are poised to begin a conflict that will ravage the inner portions of what remains of the Empire. It is doubtless that Uther has been courting out nearby neighbors as well, ever sense our agreeing to the defensive pact with Faust and his Dominion" His eyes scanned the faces of the assembled commanders "It is because of this that we must prepare for the eventuality that war will come to our borders, which is a matter of when at this point. It is to this end that I am moving all Legios and fleets to standby, they are to be assembled, fleet coverage of our western flank is to be expanded. At the same time I want fleets moving in the space to our south, small hunting and scouting parties, nothing else. But if anything is coming our way, we need to know about it. As for the Legios, put them on rotation, and make ready to move them at a moments notice." Aventuse paused for a moment "That is all for some of you, make it so"

Bowing slightly some of the commanders turned to leave, leaving High commanders Lorili and Talan in the room. Aventus turned to Lorili "For you I want more Skulks to be spread into our neighbors, but do it quietly for now, information gathering and general espionage only but keep them ready to change orders." Lorili nodded as Aventus turns to Talan to continue "As for you my friend, I have a special request of you." Aventus placed his hand on Talan's shoulder and looked him dead in the eyes "I want you to accompany me to the Cathedral, there are those there we must awaken, the time has come once more for their aid to be called."

Talan nodded slowly, understanding the vague order as if he held a list of things to do.

With a wave of his hand Aventus dismissed the two as well and sat behind his desk with a sigh "My pieces are now in motion. Its now your move." the muttered this to no-one in particular, only being answered by the sound of the crash of thunder.




Agartha, Catacombs underneeth the Temple of the Dancing Gods


The hushed dark of the maze like Catacombs stretched out before High Commander Talan and Dominus Aventus, shadows danced on the walls of bones as they retreated from the lights the monks that accompanied him. As they walked none deemed it necessary to speak, and to be honest this suited Talan just fine as he was caught up in keeping his eyes off the solid walls of bones around him, though he would maintain that it seemed that the empty skulls' gaze would follow him and the monks.

The macabre structure that surrounded them did not continue on forever, indeed after a short while in the winding maze the small group was met with a large stone door, large enough to fit at least two main battle tanks through at the same time. Inscribed on the door was depictions of sleeping soldiers, their inert stone forms surrounding the simple inscription "LET THOSE WHO EARNED THEIR SLEEP REST". Talan read the inscription with a melancholy feeling growing within him, a feeling echoed by the Dominus next to him. Still the two of them reached out and pressed their palms on the door, seemingly tripping a couple hidden switches as the door broke its seal with a hiss and fell away into the ground and walls.

Inside a new set of catacombs stretched on, only this time metal pervaded the walls in the stead of bones. Soft lights also shone from panels in the side walls, their ghostly light playing off the figures painted on said walls. These paintings themselves frame large metal sarcophagi the sat embedded into the wall every 100 feet or so.

With no small reverence the group entered, the monks scurrying off into the dark to tinker with some switches, leaving the Dominus and Commander (who was craining his neck to read the names inscribed on the sarcophagi. But this stopped as the two reached a crossroads in this new catacombs, in the middle of which sat a particularly large stone grey sarcophagus circled by smooth flagstones. Talan squinted trying to make out the name once again as the grinding sound of metal ageist metal filled the catacomb.

All at once the flagstone circle descended as large mechanical arms appeared from the ceiling, securing themselves on ether side of the sarcophagus, holding it above the new pit. More sounds made themselves known as more arms appeared, carrying thick legs like apertures that they began the arms begain to attach to the bottom of the sarcophagus, which was now humming as lights came on all over it. Some flashed once, or twice but others still just burned their dim angry color.

As the leg apertures were attached the two arms holding the sarcophagus moved it out from the pit and set it on its two new legs before detaching with a hiss and retreating. Both Commander and Dominus looked at the hulking metal behemoth infront of them and waited, as within moments the floor shook as ancient machinery locked into place and activated, producing a very low voice one would feel in the depths of their chest. "Why do you awaken the Dead." the large thing asked as it unmovingly stared down at the two.

Aventus stepped forward and bowed "We awaken the dead as we are under threat and need your power once more."

The ancient machine thought, or seemed to think before responding "We are always under threat. But you come to us in need and respect. As such the dead will answer.

With that an activation signal bursts out across the Remnants as various secret places suddenly become a whirlwind of motion and sound as the Sarcophagi begin to be activated. But amid all of this only Talan did not react, as his eyes were transfixed on the name etched onto the machine that dominated the Dominus' attention. One simple name Clarent, a simple name that yet meant so much
Whelp this post is taking longer then I thought, but its alomst done and should be up today

@urukhai good, good.

Reached jsut over 22k characters in my IC post. I am sure it will be enough once I finish it completely.


I am scared

@Ozerath Good luck with that :P

@Sigma Will do a bit of skimming and then see what I can do
So how is everyone?
@Ellion

you gots me if im still welcome
Argatha, March Command gathering

The large amphitheater was abuzz with activity as the March Command all found their respective seating. All were murmuring over the sudden calling of the full session, as down on the floor of the amphitheater even the High command was finding their seating in the first row. Death guard patrolled the center of the room and its perimeters as Legios were posted around all doors and walkways. Already in his seat in the middle of the first row Aventus crossed his arms as he looked over the open speaking floor in front of him, good outcome or bad this was certainly going to be entertaining. As most began to find their seats, the Legios slammed the bottom of their Nano-halberds on the floor, producing a loud bang that had the desired effect of silencing the assembled commands and hurrying those who were still chatting to their seats. Aventus rose and strode to the center of the floor as the lights began to dim in the room "Greetings esteemed commanders of the March, and those of High Command. I assure you this will be a short, but eventful session nonetheless. So lets begin shall we?" Aventus scanned the crowd in the failing light "As such I yield the floor to Executis James Conrad of the Dominion. May he be heard."

With that the dominus returned to his seat, his form being lost in the new dark of the room. What would greet James as he entered the room would be the floor of the amphitheater bathed in a bright light, with the seats being obscured in total black, only broken up by the occasional glow from a Legios visor. This dichotomy created the illusion that the, already large, room streached out much farther than it actually did.

James merely smiled as he looked at what he precieved as the crowd in the darkness. "Good evening ladies and gentlemen. I am here to speak about a potential alliance between our two grand nations. Firstly, the Dominion would like to open trade relations. Secondly, a Defensive pact in which case either nation is attacked the other should join them. Finally, we'd be honored to allow the Varangian Remnants a place on the Humans own home-world of Earth." James then took a moment looking out into the crowd of which he could see little. "If anyone has concerns of these please tell me and I'd be happy to address them."

The crowded room remained silent as they digested what was said, until a voice spoke up. It reverberated around the room, impossible to pin down in the dark "This Dominion of yours is powerful, yet unpopular amongst those who you would rule. I do not believe that we would be alone in voicing a concern in this, especially if Faust would crown himself emperor."

James stood silent for a moment processing to think of a response to it. "Those we rule are Humans. Every human within the Dominion is protected and lives a lavish style. What I believe you are referring to are the Aliens. We merely treat them as they were treated within the old Imperium being 2nd class citizens and not having equal rights. However some of them who become to much must be punished and as such as used in an appropriate way." James then stood for a moment letting it sink it before continuing. "Our aliens are at least treated with some respect unlike the Humans that live within Alorian Empire who murdered 11 humans who attempted to do the basic instinct to survive and leave their cursed empire. They are the reason we brought you this offer. They are the reason the Human Empires must unite against the alien threat that had already destroyed the imperium once. It can't happen again." Jame then smiled and crossed his arms before allowing other concerns to be addressed

A quiet whisper crossed the room, but was quickly silenced as another voice spoke up from the crowd "We have traditions, namely a Writ from when the imperium was young. Tell us James of the Dominion, would these accords be met when this Faust of yours sits the throne, or are we merely pawns to be played and discarded at the whims of your ruler?"

James slowly nodded before replying"If you recall the Varangians were the most loyal and fiercest warriors within the Imperium. I do believe if the Imperium was reformed and you provided the elite Guards to the Emperor that you would be most likely be granted your former status as it was in the days of the true Imperium."

Once more a whisper rose up in the crowd, a dull roar as things were discussed. This continued for several seconds till the bang from halberds hitting the floor silenced them. With great care a voice rose up from the front rows, speaking slowly as if choosing its words very carefully "You certainly speak well, your words are well woven and paint a pretty picture. Idyllic some might say, a callback to days long sense passed. But this is not my concern, my concern relates to the first one voiced, but on a much broader scope. In dealing with you we make a powerful ally, but we also may burn many potential bridges and may make possible enemies from those not too distant. This is my concern, plain and simple, more than pretty promises of returning our purpose, why walk the path with you?"

"We are your best chance and closest ally. The Alorian Empire even now makes friends with their neighbors. They have already hunted humans and forced them into slavery.While we have made efforts to befriend both the Remnant and Mushashi Empire. The Humans must stick together. Otherwise the aliens will defeat us and every human will become 2nd class citizens if not worse. That is why you must join us." James said after putting his arms down.

This time no murmur rose, no roar broke the silence. In its place was the simple sound of someone standing and walking forward and after only a moment the source of the sound showed itself. Dominus Aventus crossed his arms as he stared James in the eyes as he spoke evenly "One last concern then and think on this hard before you answer. Do you believe in Faust and the Dominion? Would you follow Faust to the ends of the galaxy and back, to whatever end?"

James nodded almost immediately "I would follow Faust to the very end. He is the true heir tot he Imperium and as such will one day rule all former Imperium Space." James said with a smile.

The Dominus nodded slowly "I see. I hope you are right." Turning to the crowd he looked out across the dark, as if he could see their faces and take stock from that. "We will stand with you, and perhaps we may yet find our purpose once more."
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