The Dawnstar Dominion
Master Marius Thresher Nox, 51
Diplomacy:8
Military:10
Economy:8
Philosophy:4
Intrigue:4
Civil War TLDR; The Council of Officers is purged, the Houses are exterminated, U7 is scoured of Realtaist sympathisers, and work begins on creating a new system of government for the 'Dominion.
Actions:
1 (Econ) Expedition to X8 : [19] Great success, yippee!
2 (Econ) Expedition to X10 : [15] Success :(so close to great)
3 (Dip) Attend Event
Spoiler: Event Sub-actions
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Gift 2 Units (Blackheart Brigade & Stalwart Shield) to the Rothuun in accordance with the deal for D24(?)
4 (Dip) Stabilise U7 [15]
5 (Mil) Raise a Unit
Non-Actions:
Acquire U7; it is now unstable.
Spoiler: The Scouring & Start of the Civil War
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There was a substantial portion of the Eris that seemed sympathetic to the Realtaists nearby. It was little worry to the Advisory Council; non-citizens, and non-House individuals were regularly observed to be less proficient at decision-making than the higher-ups of Starfleet. Who were these fools, to think their little insubordination to the 'Dominion would go unnoticed? Did they not realise who they were dealing with?
Evidently not. The Advisory Council of the Iron Halls was called to session to discuss some of the Eris' inclination towards Realtaism, and not the Way, as representatives of the Library had introduced to the inhabitants of Eriador. Marius was not present, as he was away on Crusade. Officers Gladien & Elscol were also not present, as they were away on a diplomatic mission to the FCO. No matter; Only 6 votes were required for a majority in the Iron Halls. Against bleary-eyed opposition from Officer Tariel on the basis of military action destroying potential test subjects, and Officer Gaius who advocated forced recruitment of the individuals in question as expendable front-line forces, the remainder of the Council voted to scour the surface of Eriador after evacuating those Eris whose potential for loyalty was unquestioned. The forces of the Blackheart Brigade & Stalwart Shield were dispatched within the week, the Blackhearts to transport those loyal individuals to the orbital Mindbreaker Academy, and take potentially useful prisoners, and the Shield to scour Eriador. Officer Vandred personally took command of the Blackheart Brigade, as Commodore Xixis resigned in protest, awaiting court-martial for insubordination.
Most evacuated Eris had no conception of what they were being taken away from. Most followed the 'Dominion willingly when they were informed they were going to be taken to a forum in which to discuss the Realtaist threat; Facilities for growth of new Eris and experimentation on psionic subjects were primarily located on Academy grounds, to avoid interference from Ley Line Nexus, but those facilities that were located on Ley Nexus were evacuated with whatever force Starfleet marines deemed necessary.
On their return, Officers Gladien & Elscol were informed of the events that had transpired, and disappeared the next day along with most of the higher officers of their commands. Master Marius was informed of the decisions on his return from the successful second strike of the Crusade, and reportedly locked himself in his quarters for two days with Jack at his side. When they emerged, Marius announced the third & fourth strikes of the Crusade, and reappointed Xixis Commodore of the Blackhearts. Taking Redskull Squadron, the Master's force, 1st Brigade of PsiCorps, and the Blackheart Brigade, Marius departed for neighbouring systems, issuing a proclamation once his crews were in transit.
Spoiler: Marius' Proclamation
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People formerly of and within the 'Dominion. I speak to you from the bridge of the New Dawn. In the last decade, much of what we knew about the galaxy has changed. We the Dasari are not the only power within the universe. We do not have an undisputed right to rule. We have lauded ourselves over every race and nation we have encountered, because we believed we were better than them. I do not believe that claim. I believe that while uncertain and dangerous times demand change, that change cannot be an alteration of our existing views to extend across space. The people of sector W7, the natives that lived peacefully before Starfleet arrived, deserved better. They did not deserve their deaths. The Houses cannot be permitted to continue to operate as they have for millennia.
The Eris did not deserve their destruction. While those who have been saved can rebuild, they have lost the better part of their people. I did not authorise this. I did not permit it. And that it happened nonetheless is a mark of the dangers of the Houses holding as much power as they do. I say to you, fresh-faced graduates of the Academy to hardened Starfleet veterans; what does House mean? Are the men and women with a House in their name better than you because of their birth? Because of their ancestors? I, a child born without a House to my name, who rose through the ranks through action, courage, and no small amount of luck, say it means nothing. Do not tear down the monuments to Axton and his successors; revere their glory and their accomplishments. Tear down the monuments to House Dominars who have never served a day of their life in Starfleet. To those Officers who rose to their rank, their prestige and power through their blood, I say this; You do not deserve your post. You do not deserve your position. You do not deserve your power. I will return; I will return with those who earned their position at my side. We can no longer dismiss those not like us as 'non-citizens'. Times have changed.
And we must change with them.
Spoiler: The Conclusion of the Civil War
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Civil war! Master Marius has taken a large part of the Fleet and embarked once more on his Great Crusade, claiming that the Advisory Council is a relic of the ages, and must be torn down and rebuilt anew. Panic has spread through the Talvox System as the remaining portion of the fleet fights amongst itself, personnel in favour of Marius scrapping it out with those siding with the remnants of the Council. With Marius, Gladien & Elscol gone, the Council declares martial law & a state of emergency, appointing Officer Vandred, ancestor of the Council's founder Axton, as the Master-in-Lieu. Meanwhile, rumours spread of the fate of Stalwart Shield, still at rest above Eriador after the scouring. With the Eris gone, the demons they fought are reputed to have risen into orbit, and some say a brigade of Eris appeared from the Weave to lend a hand to the struggle. No word has been heard from Shield in months. Officer Dravus is listed as missing, and fights to succeed him breaking out within the leadership of the Wardens only adds to the chaos within the fleet.
A year into the conflict, Marius returns to Talvox. With the scarred and empty vessels of the Shield in tow, Marius leads his full strength at the divided and diminished remnants of the Council's forces. With the Furions breaking from the Council & remaining neutral and anchored at the Academy, resistance is scant. Those vessels that do choose to fight are blasted apart by the superior firepower of Starfleet vessels. The Council remains in session in the Iron Halls until Marius, Gladien & Elscol arrive. With their Squadron Leaders in tow, the Council attempts to fight, but Gladien is faster. Within a matter of seconds, the Council is dead, and over the coming weeks, the Houses are hunted by PsiCorps operatives furious at their link to the Scouring.
Marius begins talks to reorganise the government. With his Squadron Leaders & loyal Officers at his side, he sends some few to the Ninurtine Galactic Expo, to emphasise the legitimacy of his continued rule to the interstellar community. The real work of ironing out a new system begins.
Spoiler: News & Rumours
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- Returning from their
Spoiler: Tactical Doctrine
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'Scour the Bridge'.
Mindful of the threat of effective command, 'Dominion strike squads lead daring strafing runs targeting the bridge of the opposing flagship, in a bid to cripple their command structure (chance of leader loss for enemies increased by 4)
Spoiler: Active Units
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Master's Force; The personal guard force of the standing Master. Remains within home territory 'cept in times of war, where they join the Master's grand fleet. Part of the Dawnguard wing, and commanded by Jack Ackar Silver, former Officer of the Dawnguard.
Stalwart Shield; Refitted with the last major reserves of metal available to the fledgling Aurelian Order, the 'Shield is one of the Wardens' heavier squadrons, comprised of bulky, ponderously slow heavy cruisers. Using tractor beams to remain anchored in formation during battle, these armoured beasts are formidable weapons platforms. Heavily damaged in the attack on Hallion, the Shield were rapidly repaired by the Aurelian Order and sent back into the field as a bulwark. Commanded by Dravus Jorian Lotheric, aging Officer of the Wardens.
Redskull Squadron; Where Ravager Squadron fought for the 'Dominion forces during the Dreider wars, and thus emerged a heroic and vaunted unit, the Redskulls were the Dreider forces' most effective strike unit, often operating alone from forward bases to conduct lightning assaults on key command positions behind 'Dominion lines. The unit was composed of the most veteran pilots fighting for the Dreider, and were integral to the Dreider ability to continue to prosecute the wars. In one of the last actions of the Third Dreider War, their commanding officer of the time, Farus Velkor Ghorakka, could see the tide of the war had well and truly turned, and rather than obey orders to fight on until destroyed, he took the squadron and surrendered, refusing to fight against his former brethren. The 'Dominion airforce chose to incorporate the Redskulls into their ranks, on the condition they were never deployed against Dreider dissidents. Newly equipped with GLD, the squadron is composed of hardened veterans, and fights loosely in wings of three, each pilot trusting his companions beyond doubt, and is the most innovative fighter squadron in the Felhounds, in stark contrast to the tight, squadron wide formations once employed by Ravager Squadron, and most other squadrons within the Felhounds. Commanded by Bren Velkor Ghor, second son of House Velkor.
1st Brigade, PsiCorps; PsiCorps is the newest wing within Starfleet, composed of Mindbreaker Eris from Eriador in U7. Eschewing starships, the Eris of the squadron possess forms largely biological in nature, living bio-craft fed and powered by energy extracted from ley line nexus on Eriador. These Eris have been trained for decades for combat, possessing frightening psionic power. Commanded by Gladien Xareia Bladed-One, founder of House Xareia.
Blackheart Brigade; The Dreadfleet has never needed to operate outside 'Dominion subspace - until now. The successes in the Great Crusade have driven Marius to authorise the GLD-conversion of the Blackheart Brigade, the 'Dominion's secondary terror unit. Deployed to suppress dissidents and unrest, and used to house prisoners of all types, Blackheart follows primary invasion forces to ensure loyalty or displacement of the native, occupied population. Commanded by Xixis Malus Ilhith, first son of House Malus.
Furion Squadron; Freed from the shadow cast by Ravager Squadron, Furion has emerged as the most aggressive unit in Starfleet. The lead squadron of the Felhounds, Furion is composed of young, hungry hotshots, and while this often leads to arguments and tensions between pilots, their individual skill is a force to be reckoned with. The kings of the simulators during academy training, Furion pilots are eager to join the Great Crusade, and test their skills in proper combat. Commanded by Gaius Marten Lodbrox, nephew of former Master Aurelius, Officer of the Felhounds.
Spoiler: Inactive (Lost) Units
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Grey Bulwark; The first squadron of 'the Line' equipped with GLD, the 'Bulwark is one of the oldest continuously operational squadrons in Starfleet, known for their complex, interlocking defensive formations, and possessing the fastest cruisers among the Wardens' forces. Dispatched to aid the Rothuun traditionalist claimant during their leadership squabbles, in line with Marius' policy of conservative containment.
Ravager Squadron; The oldest and most decorated squadron in Starfleet, Ravager's Squadron Leaders were the most commonly elected to the position of Officer & Master. Such storied names as Aurelius, first Master of the Interstellar Era, back to Axton himself, led the Ravagers to glory on the battlefield. Lost with all hands on the Great Foray, the Ravagers banners remain on display in the Academy, a relic of the days the 'Dominion stood above all others.
Crimson Heart; Marius' personal flotilla of light cruisers, the only vessels to return from the Great Foray, credited with establishing the roots of vassalage within the neighbouring system of the pencilpushers. Lost in transit to defend their valiant allies in the SPR, the fate of the Crimson Heart remains unknown.
First Flight; The first squadron into space, First Flight scoured the stars in the days before the GLD was gifted to the 'Dominion, tirelessly mapping the Talvox system and surrounding sector, establishing peaceable relations with lesser races and remaining a beacon of hope that advanced life remained beyond our knowledge. Lost in battle against unknown foes during the Great Foray, First Flight remains a symbol of all exploration may gain for our great 'Dominion.
Shatter Squadron: The teeming mass of corvettes, crewed by the most inexperienced of Starfleet's recruits, is the breeding ground for competent non-nobility to rise to prominence. Unfortunately, this inexperience led Shatter to catastrophe as a routine navigation task delegated to a fresh-faced ensign went horribly awry, shooting the squadron into the heart of an exoplanet on their inaugural jump as part of the Great Foray.
Spoiler: Technologies
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Enhanced Microplating
War Beasts
Trade League
Long Range Advertising
H.E.A.T. Engines
Galactic Currency Mint
Spoiler: Trade Posts
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TP 1 U11 (Jabberjaus)[Fuel]
TP 1 W7 (Gazmium)[Hard Metal]
TP 1 V8 Caroxan(Fuel)
TP 1 U7 (Mindbreakers)[The Valuable Trained Personnel One]
Spoiler: Regions
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V8 (Capital)
W9 (Unrest)
U7 (Unstable)
W7
Spoiler: Leader Stuff
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No new leader
Stats Econ +1, Dip +1
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