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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 22, 2022 3:17:03 GMT -8
Kaine stood patiently, watching and listening as Katsumi Ren spoke. He admired the confidence shown by the acolyte, knight, master, whatever she was. He also admired the badass skull mask the Ren wore. It looked pretty cool, and fairly intimidating, and a part of him wanted one. Misplaced though the Ren's confidence might seem to him, he knew the Ren couldn't know that Kaine was the least of their problems. The Old Boar was about to reply when the transmission ended and the light on his holocam went out. Well, that's one way to have the last word. Said the Alor, getting a few chuckles from the other Mando'ade in the room. He turned to face a monitor where his Twi'lek intelligence chief Cerani had been watching the exchange.Did you catch that? She said rude things about you. He said, grinning with mirth. Cerani's face wasn't smiling. I did. Go and correct her for me, won't you? She asked, sweetly, though her voice was hard as iron underneath the faux sweetness. Kaine nodded. Cerani never lost her cool, but she wasn't pleased with the disdain shown to her intelligence services.Kaine nodded. Will do. He moved out of the comm room, and headed for the exit. He was going to take the Ren's reply as an official refusal to surrender. He'd done his genuflection in the direction of decency and fairness. The enemy had chosen war, and now he was free to make war. Once he was alone, Kaine flicked on his personal comm.Yomaget. I hope you're finished with my new ships. I have a war to fight. He sent the transmission directly to MandalArms R&D. He was waiting on the release of the new War Pig gunships and the Armorer-class Assault Transports. If they weren't ready in time, he'd had a series of Acclamator assault ships and LAAT Gunships prepared for service, but he would much prefer to use custom Mandalorian craft.
Soon enough, he'd be on his way to Byss to personally discuss things with the Ren. Looking over the latest intel from the system, the enemy were preparing to recieve the Mandalorians. So much the better, he wanted a good fight for his last great battle. Admitting to himself finally that this would be the very last time came hard to Kaine. He didn't like getting old. He'd never expected to make it to twenty, let alone the next birthday approaching which was 65. He was from a past age where the galaxy was constantly at war, and he knew it.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 21, 2022 12:38:17 GMT -8
Gordo nodded. He was just fine with showing off the marvel that was the Alor-Class Battleship. He'd spent weeks aboard this ship since she had launched from the yards above Manda'yaim, and seen her through space trials, engine trials, weapons trials, and finally her run out to Concord Dawn. He waved the Fett Alor along with him, and talked as he walked.Right this way. The hangars like most of the ship aren't much to look at, but they get the job done. There are two main hangars located port and starboard. The bridge is central and forward.The bridge was located inside the massive ship, surrounded by armoured blast doors which opened and closed to allow the party through. Gordo led the way into the spherical chamber, which consisted of command consoles, viewscreens and monitors, as well as a planning table, holodisplays and a mezzanine walkway overlooking the bridge and strategium.From here, you have access to the entire ship. We're in about the best protected section of the ship here, so an enemy will have a hard time taking out the bridge.Gordo pointed to systems displays which showed a breakdown of the vessel's compartments. He pointed to each in turn.The entire ship is armoured and constructed in sections. Each section has its own power, gravity, life support, and backup batteries. Each section can be sealed off, and even function for up to 24 hours, even if it's separated from the rest of the ship. Both hangars can fully retract into the main hull for maximum protection.
Main power is provided by a high-output Isotope 5 reactor, which has considerable backup distribution systems. These redundant conduits ensure the shields and engines will be able to function, even if the ship takes heavy damage. All ship sections are heavily shielded in addition to the formidable hull armour plating.
There are large cargo storage areas primarily used for ammunition, which are linked via automated distribution corridors to the missile and flak batteries. These corridors ensure a constant flow of resupply to the ship's weapons. The missile batteries can be loaded with a wide variety of munitions.
At the base of the ship are the drop pod launch tubes which can quickly deploy a large ground force, which can be provided with fire support by the ship's own guns and the fighters and strike craft from the port and starboard hangars.He paused to let the information sink in and for Galaar Vhett to take his time looking over the ship's status displays. There was a lot to take in, the Alor-Class was a mighty ship. She was built to be tough and to deliver colossal firepower onto target. There might be many questions, and Gordo would do his best to answer them.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 21, 2022 4:05:03 GMT -8
Gordo gave up the code cylinder with a great deal of relief that he tried not to let show. His responsibilities had been successfully concluded, and he'd placed the ownership into the hands of Clan Fett as he'd been ordered. Trying not to visibly relax, he met Galaar's eyes when he spoke.When the Alor-Class was first laid down, our chief, Kaine, ordered that one be produced for each of the Clans of Mandalore. It's his hope that by making each clan stronger, we gain strength as a whole people. Gordo lowered his voice so it wouldn't carry beyond the Fett chieftain.If you ask me, unofficially, I think the Old Boar wants to keep good relations with the other Clans. He's never been much good with words, so he thought a gift fit for a Clan might suit better.The Rodian wasn't in disagreement with Kaine's methods or his decisions, just that all of Clan Australis knew their chief was no diplomat or negotiator, and really wasn't good at anything other than fighting or preparing to fight. In this, though, they figured Kaine had gotten it right. Some distance away, a transport landed in the hangar, and Australis personnel began to come in from all over the ship, making ready to leave.
Gordo waited to see if Galaar Vhett had any requests or instructions for him before being dismissed. He was ordered to put himself at the Fetts' disposal until they were satisfied with their new Battleship. He'd happily give Galaar the tour, or get back to his work and let the other Clan explore their new ship. He was just happy to have handed over control of the new ship successfully. He hoped all the other clans accepted as graciously, it would certainly do some good to repair the reputation of Clan Australis as mindless uncaring barbarians.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 21, 2022 2:55:32 GMT -8
*Dances on Cassus's grave*
Ah Rhea. Always and forever in our hearts.
Not gone. Merely marching far away.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 20, 2022 7:55:17 GMT -8
Several bulk freighters had discharged their cargo holds via transport and shuttle and lifter into MandalArms' gaping maw of a facility in Keldabe. So much gear had been ordered in that it took multiple hauler ships to bring it all in, and it would all need to be distributed to the units that required it. They could make most things onworld, but for what they could not, they had to order it in, and the comm lines had been running hot to many of the galaxy's manufacturers, bringing trade to Mandalore.
MandalArms' own local manufactories were hard at work preparing to produce the latest designs coming out of the R&D department, though delays there had been a welcome breather for the manufactorum staff. While the factories retooled and re-equipped, the cargo handlers worked triple shifts, supervised by a small army of logistics officers. It was organized mayhem with a hive of activity, everyone working all over the place, ships coming and going, cargo moving out.
Most of the outgoing cargo was scheduled for the fleet in orbit of Concordia, Mandalore's moon, where Kaine's task force was mustering. There was still some time before the expedition to the Deep Core was due to set out, but with so much preparation work required to outfit the army and fleet, the time was not to be wasted.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 20, 2022 7:09:48 GMT -8
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 20, 2022 5:14:21 GMT -8
Given that the bad guys in this scenario have a lot of robots and cyborgs, it would be interesting to see how a cyborg on the good guys side deals with that. They are no match for Mandroideka....
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 20, 2022 0:37:45 GMT -8
The ship commed back to Concord Dawn.Confirmed, standing by to recieve the Alor.Once the shuttle was making its approach, Captain Gordo Australis, the rodian in caretaker command of the Battleship Vhett, left the command bridge and headed for the main hangar to greet the Fett Alor Galaar Vhett The hangar itself was fairly deserted, like most of the ship, set up for a decent size crew, Gordo was operating with a skeleton crew, just enough to get the vessel to her destination. The Rodian came in via the main access corridor, and immediately spotted the Fett chieftain with his honour guard.There was no parade, fanfare, or even salutes, this being an informal occasion. Gordo made his way across to the Alor slowly, keeping his hands in plain sight, and halting a pace away, his eyes on Galaar.It's my duty to turn over command and control of the ship at this time, sir. Said the Rodian, holding out a code cylinder which provided override access to the entire ship's command systems. The new owners could purge the system, or set it up to their own liking, as they would also need to fit out the ship with their own crew and officers. She's a fine ship, and she'll need a crew, though we've topped off her fuel tanks and filled the ammunition for you. He smiled, holding out the access code cylinder.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 19, 2022 6:12:21 GMT -8
The Alor-Class has been approved. Construction of the vessels is now well underway, and one will be made available free of charge to each of the Clans upon request.Clan Fett will take one! Special delivery
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 19, 2022 6:11:57 GMT -8
A pair of ships exit hyperspace near Concord Dawn, coming in slowly towards a planetary orbit.The two vessels could not be more different, a near spherical Hodasal-class freighter, and a hulking, powerful looking battleship. The former, named Wayfarer, was there to transport the Alor-Class battleship's skeleton crew back to Mandalore. The battleship, named Vhett, was a gift for the aliit of the same name, provided by Clan Australis, MandalArms and MandalMotors. In time, each Clan would be offered one of the Alor-class ships for their own, but this was the first.::Battleship Fett to Concord Dawn. We bring greetings from Manda'yaim.:: Said the Rodian, Gordo Australis who was on the bridge of the Alor-Class. He'd hand over to the locals when they took possession of their new ship, just functioning as the custodian and responsible for delivering the new capital ship to her new owners.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 19, 2022 1:45:10 GMT -8
I think best to just go with an ion cannon.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 18, 2022 7:10:53 GMT -8
Fair enoiugh. I've swapped out the railguns and turbolaser.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 18, 2022 7:04:23 GMT -8
Dread Lord HavokMario and DKC would be "Platformers" though theyre side and top scrolling. Side scrolling arcades of are 2 or 4 players, and theres little to no up/down in the game. and a lot of them did release on console too.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 18, 2022 3:19:19 GMT -8
The Simpsons Game and X-Men were my favorites. A friend and I beat the Simpsons game actually. I forgot about Xmen, that was a great one!
Did Turtles in Time ever release in Arcade? Cos I reckon thats probably the best Ninja Turtles...
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 18, 2022 3:17:51 GMT -8
Let the battle of words commence!
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 18, 2022 2:31:24 GMT -8
Deep in space, the lightstealth craft sat silently, waiting and watching. Then they waited no more, as the comm station pinged for attention. A live holotransmission came in from Mandalore, routed from the RV point to the Lightstealth-18. The operators noted that they were to forward the live feed to one of the probe droids for final transmission, and so they did, linking with the next point in the transmission chain, one of the two damaged probe droids now on the outskirts of the Beshqek system.
Probe droid 4 relayed the transmission directly in towards Byss, a live holocam feed with full audio, linked via relays all the way back to Mandalore. A trace of the transmission would only lead the enemy to the probe droid. Once the signal was confirmed active and at full power, the broadcast went live.Kaine's voice was the next thing everyone heard, broadcast in the clear to the Byss system on all frequencies. A hologram of the Alor, standing before the holocam in full Field Marshal's uniform, marshal's baton grasped in one hand, accompanied the transmission. He was not wearing a helmet, his head and face clean shaven but for his moustache, and his blue eyes bored into the cam.::This is Kaine Australis.
I come in peace, with a message for your leaders. The Byss system has been claimed by its former owner, and so we have come to ensure that the system returns to its rightful owner.
Unless your intelligence services aren't worth the credits you pay them, by now you know who has been snooping around. You know we're well informed. We know the Ren have already run off to Prakith, and that's fine with us. They can run and hide, and we'll let it go there. So I want to make you an offer. All you need do is agree to vacate the Beshqek system immediately, and there will be no need for hostilities.
It is only fair that I warn you that there is a storm coming, a black and terrible tide that will spill across the world and drown all before it. What you expect is only the beginning. A small part of what is to come. You are not prepared. You are not ready to stand. There will be no respite, no mercy, no quarter asked, nor given. This will be a proper declaration. There will be no escape.
Your choice is simple. Leave Byss now, and your lives will be spared, and no further recriminations will be due you and yours. Refuse, and I will make war upon you. My Clan will make war upon you. And Kad could not help you when you see what follows with us.
This is your very last chance. I urge you to think of the lives of your soldiers and your civilians.:: The Mandalorian Alor's words boomed out loud and clear, Kaine's tone and inflection mastered by fifty years of experience leading beings into combat. His face looked directly down the holocam, his expression without humour or mirth.He was prepared to offer peace in one hand, but he held a rock in the other hand. Several rocks, actually, though the Australis Alor did not control them, or order them. Lords of Dark Tide were committed to aiding Lord Nexus in addition to Kaine's militant shenanigans and there was no way for the First Order to know they were coming. And they weren't all.
Any reply sent back to the probe along the same feed as the transmission could and would be linked in for a live conversation via hypercomm with Kaine. The transmission was relayed and boosted from the probe droid, then the lightstealth, then the RV point cruisers, then along the HoloNET to Mandalore.
Would it be peace, or war? Back at Manda'yaim, Kaine stood in front of the holocams, waiting to see if he got a response to his ultimatum...
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 17, 2022 23:54:32 GMT -8
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 17, 2022 3:52:02 GMT -8
-Backfire Class- Ship Class: Support Ship Role: APC Ship Length: 90 meters Agility (A): 4 Defensive (D): 4 Offensive (O): 1 Speed (S): 4 Special Gear: 1 HIMS 1 Troops Description:Weapons Hellcaster Cannon 4 Quad-Laser Turrets 6 Missile/Torpedo Launchers
Equipment Heavy Armour High power passive sensor suite Hyperdrive Hyperspace Inertial Momentum Sustainer Low power communications suite Vector-thrust Arrays Repulsorlift Arrays Shield Generator Shield Projectors
Troop Capacity - 200
Designed and built by MandalArms at their main facility in Keldabe, Mandalore, the Backfire Gunship is robust but swift. Where the War Pig is built as an infantry fighting vehicle, equipped for fire support, the Backfire is a personnel carrier first and foremost. Equipped with a strong defence, agility, and speed, she is not heavily armed, and is more focused on transporting troops to battle.
Her armaments are sufficient for self defence against enemy starfighters or emplacements, but not for much else, and once she has delivered her cargo, the Backfire is best advised to exit the combat zone forthwith. Powerful engines and thrusters as well as repulsor arrays allow her to move quickly and with a good top speed, better suited to evasion than to attack.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 17, 2022 1:57:26 GMT -8
Gra'tua-class Stealth Fighter
Ship Class: Starfighter Ship Role: Interceptor Ship Length: 14.5 meters Agility (A): 4 points Defensive (D): 2 points Offensive (O): 3 points Speed (S): 4 points Extra - 1 Ejectable cockpit 1 Stealth Description:Standard Equipment:
Mk4 Fire Control System Anti-ion Emission Tracer Inertial Compensators Gyro-Mounted Sublight Drive Anti-Concussion Field Generators Repulsorlift Arrays Grav couch and ejection system Hyperdrive
Advanced Equipment:
Low power communications suite High power passive sensor suite Vectored Thruster Array (Tibanna-X) Stealth composite coating
Armaments :
2 x Fast-firing Flak Cannons 1 x Heavy Laser Cannon
MandalArms' attempt at a stealth starfighter is a more expensive project compared to the previous Kyr'am Arpat or the Starfury. The Gra'tua is designed like the Starfury. The craft is shaped for speed and agility, with thruster arrays allowing the craft to orient in directions other than the direction of travel, and even fire backwards. This is a huge advantage in starfighter combat, where getting into firing position is paramount to success and survival.
The entire craft is coated in stealth composites such as reflec for maximum concealment. The hull armor gives some protection, and is augmented by a shield generator which gives some defence against energy blasts. A pair of flak weapons augment the primary laser cannon, giving the stealth fighter decent striking power in space or against ground targets while in atmosphere.
The craft's powerful reactor gives the Gra'tua excellent fighting abilities, and a skilled pilot can effectively shunt power between systems to maximize shields, weapons or engines. Its performance approaches that of the Starfury's abilities in space and atmosphere, though it is better protected, and equipped with heavier armament in comparison to the interceptor. Pilot survivability is aided by a secure cockpit and ejection system with integrated life support.
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Post by Kaine Australis on Aug 17, 2022 1:42:08 GMT -8
I do think the space required for engines and hyperdrive more than allow for a dozen starfighters.
The Quasar Fire is 300m and flat (less space) and can manage 48.
I dont think 12 is unreasonable given a station will have more potential internal space than a ship of the same dimensions.
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