BlackestOfMages
2013-11-09, 10:20 PM
The battered old cargo ship rocked as it hit atmospheric turbulence, the whine of the engines fading away as the secondary thrusters kicked in, beginning the atmospheric decent; or at leas, you hope they do, as it had to trust the worn out scrapbucket the GF had passed of to you as 'Transport'. Two weeks aboard have done little to ensure your trust in the vehicle. At a report from
“Now, as you begin your final approach to Nostros 7” came the voice of GF general Eric Lanstrom, marred with static, as a male silhouette appeared on the ships com-screen “I would like to take this opportunity to remind you of your mission before this turns into a major galactic incident. As you know, your main objective is the pacification of Conrad Guilliman and his allies – by whatever means you deem necessary. This remains your primary concern, and if you succeed in this task then you will be paid in full upon completion. Then, ladies and gentlemen, this contract with you will be complete.
However, due to events beyond our control, there is a further chance for you to aid the GF and, if such a thing motivates you more, increase your pay packet. due to the unknown political situation on the planet and a number of... unsettling reports of treasonous action by locally stationed GF forces, which is the stated reason for the rebellion on Nostros. We have reason to believe that this is part of some plot orchestrated by Guilliman. As a result, you will be heavily compensated for any aid in unravelling this mess in a peaceful capacity, be it by confirming the base rumours of GF aggression, providing information of the rebellion's motives, or ideally diffusing the situation yourselves if possible; You do not have permission to slaughter these “rebels” unprovoked, and if you do so then the GF washes its hand of you and any claim you have to the bounty contract.
Remember, whilst you are on the surface; you do not work for the GF. You are not affiliated with the GF. You are simply a group of mercenaries. Though it saddens me to have to say this, if you are compromised, the GF will not be able to aid you. Once you have completed your task, you will need to return to either this ship or the local GF offices – if they still stand and are in operation. All aid we are able to render has been loaded onto your transport – including a sizeable bursary that you may reclaim for any personal expenses whilst working, as well as information of the planet.
We cannot say the location of Guilliman on the surface, or even if he remains upon Nostros. Our intelligence network did not return to us empty handed, however. You will find the co-ordinates for the research facility where Con... Guilimann turned traitor, as well as that of the supposed GF attacks. Also included is the location of the rebellion's public base of importations, as well as the GF embassy
Good hunting, and may fortune favour you. Over and out”
The screen fades to black once more, closing away with an audible buzz, plunging the room into silence once again. Out the window, the heavy fog from the atmosphere begins to fade away, and below you you see a brilliant vista of lights of every color and hue, the sprawling capital of Nostros, Sanatosis. The city gets closer and closer as the ship descends, revealing a multi-teared metropolis of blue steel and bright lights, surrouned by a dome of shimmering haze, a protective field that opens around your ship as it drops in. The land around the city walls is barren, looking almost lifeless in the darkness.
Soon, the ship enters the third tier of the city, or at least a raised platform at the same height, separated by a gap of at least a couple of miles on either side. As the ship sets down inside the spaceport, you can see from the windows a number of armed guards paroling the grounds, hands on rifles. Stepping out of the spaceport, the air feels stiff with anticipation.
As you exit the vehicle, you are greeted by a number of the guards led by a middle aged man dressed in a crisp, black suit and holding an information tablet. He smiles a practised smile as you exit the ship, managing to keep a straight face even when Kxyuther steps out the door, having to duck to fit. “Good evening, gentlemen. Sorry about the less than hospitable greeting, but I hope you understand we have to take procautions these days. Now, may I ask what brings you to our fair city?” he asks, fatigue evident in his voice
your own personal vehicles, if any, are stored in the cargo hold of the transport ship, along with a large supply of food products and other essentials. Enough for the ship to look like a traders vessel. In addition to your group, there are a number of GF spaceforce pilots, transporters and mechanics, disguised as civillians.
also, could everyone please make a perception test.
10+
behind the man you can see burn marks on the metal walls, and one closed doorway looks to be melted shut. This doorway is being covered by two guards that look much more alert than the others
15+ or acute sense of smell
you can smell the distinct odor of burnt flesh, though heavy efforts have been taken to cover it up.
Nostros
Nostros 7 is the 7th planet of the Nostros system, and the only one inhabited, except for outposts established upon the others. The planet does not have a major star it orbits, instead veing in the effective orbit of 4 nearby stars. As a result, the planet does not experience day or night in the traditional sense. The planet is in a perpetual state of twilight outside of personally created light, and the surface is naturally below freezing. Most life on the planet is found in one of the three megacities, Sanatosis, Pyrithha and Delos-Anthas. The planet is heavily industrialized, with much of its import/export being in either chemical or machinery.
The people of nostros are mostly human, but as with most worlds in the GF, there are a number of other species living on the planet as well. The planet has no native sentient life, but was heavily settled after the discovery of vast mineral wealth underground.
“Now, as you begin your final approach to Nostros 7” came the voice of GF general Eric Lanstrom, marred with static, as a male silhouette appeared on the ships com-screen “I would like to take this opportunity to remind you of your mission before this turns into a major galactic incident. As you know, your main objective is the pacification of Conrad Guilliman and his allies – by whatever means you deem necessary. This remains your primary concern, and if you succeed in this task then you will be paid in full upon completion. Then, ladies and gentlemen, this contract with you will be complete.
However, due to events beyond our control, there is a further chance for you to aid the GF and, if such a thing motivates you more, increase your pay packet. due to the unknown political situation on the planet and a number of... unsettling reports of treasonous action by locally stationed GF forces, which is the stated reason for the rebellion on Nostros. We have reason to believe that this is part of some plot orchestrated by Guilliman. As a result, you will be heavily compensated for any aid in unravelling this mess in a peaceful capacity, be it by confirming the base rumours of GF aggression, providing information of the rebellion's motives, or ideally diffusing the situation yourselves if possible; You do not have permission to slaughter these “rebels” unprovoked, and if you do so then the GF washes its hand of you and any claim you have to the bounty contract.
Remember, whilst you are on the surface; you do not work for the GF. You are not affiliated with the GF. You are simply a group of mercenaries. Though it saddens me to have to say this, if you are compromised, the GF will not be able to aid you. Once you have completed your task, you will need to return to either this ship or the local GF offices – if they still stand and are in operation. All aid we are able to render has been loaded onto your transport – including a sizeable bursary that you may reclaim for any personal expenses whilst working, as well as information of the planet.
We cannot say the location of Guilliman on the surface, or even if he remains upon Nostros. Our intelligence network did not return to us empty handed, however. You will find the co-ordinates for the research facility where Con... Guilimann turned traitor, as well as that of the supposed GF attacks. Also included is the location of the rebellion's public base of importations, as well as the GF embassy
Good hunting, and may fortune favour you. Over and out”
The screen fades to black once more, closing away with an audible buzz, plunging the room into silence once again. Out the window, the heavy fog from the atmosphere begins to fade away, and below you you see a brilliant vista of lights of every color and hue, the sprawling capital of Nostros, Sanatosis. The city gets closer and closer as the ship descends, revealing a multi-teared metropolis of blue steel and bright lights, surrouned by a dome of shimmering haze, a protective field that opens around your ship as it drops in. The land around the city walls is barren, looking almost lifeless in the darkness.
Soon, the ship enters the third tier of the city, or at least a raised platform at the same height, separated by a gap of at least a couple of miles on either side. As the ship sets down inside the spaceport, you can see from the windows a number of armed guards paroling the grounds, hands on rifles. Stepping out of the spaceport, the air feels stiff with anticipation.
As you exit the vehicle, you are greeted by a number of the guards led by a middle aged man dressed in a crisp, black suit and holding an information tablet. He smiles a practised smile as you exit the ship, managing to keep a straight face even when Kxyuther steps out the door, having to duck to fit. “Good evening, gentlemen. Sorry about the less than hospitable greeting, but I hope you understand we have to take procautions these days. Now, may I ask what brings you to our fair city?” he asks, fatigue evident in his voice
your own personal vehicles, if any, are stored in the cargo hold of the transport ship, along with a large supply of food products and other essentials. Enough for the ship to look like a traders vessel. In addition to your group, there are a number of GF spaceforce pilots, transporters and mechanics, disguised as civillians.
also, could everyone please make a perception test.
10+
behind the man you can see burn marks on the metal walls, and one closed doorway looks to be melted shut. This doorway is being covered by two guards that look much more alert than the others
15+ or acute sense of smell
you can smell the distinct odor of burnt flesh, though heavy efforts have been taken to cover it up.
Nostros
Nostros 7 is the 7th planet of the Nostros system, and the only one inhabited, except for outposts established upon the others. The planet does not have a major star it orbits, instead veing in the effective orbit of 4 nearby stars. As a result, the planet does not experience day or night in the traditional sense. The planet is in a perpetual state of twilight outside of personally created light, and the surface is naturally below freezing. Most life on the planet is found in one of the three megacities, Sanatosis, Pyrithha and Delos-Anthas. The planet is heavily industrialized, with much of its import/export being in either chemical or machinery.
The people of nostros are mostly human, but as with most worlds in the GF, there are a number of other species living on the planet as well. The planet has no native sentient life, but was heavily settled after the discovery of vast mineral wealth underground.