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The joy of piracy | Audio/text | backdated to Nov 10th
[On the morning of the 10th, an audio-only broadcast begins as modulated static, like the sender has exceptionally poor signal. There's a shrill whine for a few seconds and the static soon resolves into a voice. The message crackles in and out of comprehension:]
This is the merchant vessel Peshawar-- immediate assiss-- repeat, this is the-- Peshawar, we are being pursued by Chihuelan mili--
[Static reclaims the message for about ten seconds, and the voice sounds even more panicked when it becomes audible again.]
Alliance navy, we are unarmed, requesting imme-- just outside the-- coordinates--
[Abruptly, the message ends.]
[Later that evening, the chief of the Verdant Sentry issues this statement:]
Earlier today the Lae Shunjai received a transmission from an unrecognized vessel allegedly pursued by the Chihuelan military. We believe the transmission was sent from outside the barrier, indicating that the Peshawar was likely also Chihuelan. The Verdant Sentry has launched an investigation into this incident.
Trade between the Ioduan Alliance and the Chihuelans is strictly prohibited. Starting at midnight tonight, there will be increased penalties for anyone found in possession of Chihuelan goods that have no official records of pre-Alliance provenance.
Additionally, the Sentry will be issuing monetary rewards for tips and information that lead to the capture of Chihuelan smugglers or anyone assisting them. Patrols and inspections at ports of entry will be increased until further notice.
This is an ongoing investigation. Interference may hinder the efficacy and transparency of Sentry operations. For your own safety, if you suspect Chihuelan activity report it to the Sentry hotline.
OOC Note: There will not be NPCs replying to this post, but feel free to use it to discuss among yourselves! If you have any questions or would like to pursue additional information, please use this comment.
This is the merchant vessel Peshawar-- immediate assiss-- repeat, this is the-- Peshawar, we are being pursued by Chihuelan mili--
[Static reclaims the message for about ten seconds, and the voice sounds even more panicked when it becomes audible again.]
Alliance navy, we are unarmed, requesting imme-- just outside the-- coordinates--
[Abruptly, the message ends.]
[Later that evening, the chief of the Verdant Sentry issues this statement:]
Earlier today the Lae Shunjai received a transmission from an unrecognized vessel allegedly pursued by the Chihuelan military. We believe the transmission was sent from outside the barrier, indicating that the Peshawar was likely also Chihuelan. The Verdant Sentry has launched an investigation into this incident.
Trade between the Ioduan Alliance and the Chihuelans is strictly prohibited. Starting at midnight tonight, there will be increased penalties for anyone found in possession of Chihuelan goods that have no official records of pre-Alliance provenance.
Additionally, the Sentry will be issuing monetary rewards for tips and information that lead to the capture of Chihuelan smugglers or anyone assisting them. Patrols and inspections at ports of entry will be increased until further notice.
This is an ongoing investigation. Interference may hinder the efficacy and transparency of Sentry operations. For your own safety, if you suspect Chihuelan activity report it to the Sentry hotline.
OOC Note: There will not be NPCs replying to this post, but feel free to use it to discuss among yourselves! If you have any questions or would like to pursue additional information, please use this comment.
text;
It's not a sob story. It's an exceptional one. Some of us were there to see it, half a millennia ago. You might consider doing research before making assumptions.
[Although it's entertaining to needle Zohvin, Devin does have genuine respect for what's been built here. He may have issues with Sentry policies, but he admires the intention and care with which the Alliance came to be.]
And people do criticize - in case you hadn't noticed, there are any number of protests happening around the city as a result of this action. That exact freedom is part of what makes policing tricky, dear Dreamfolk. Quot homines tot sententiae.
[And no, he is not going to help translate that, the ass.]