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Actions:

• [Diplomacy] Attend the Elven Conclave of 2044
  • Attending: Lilium
  • Accept 1 Treasure and the Eye of the Storm from the Iron Masquerade (attaching the Eye of the Storm to Void-leader Seraphine).
• [Military] Invade Region 61 with 3 ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using Overwhelming Tempo (+2 Battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties) and assisted by 2 ground units and 1 space unit provided by the Castways of the Loop.

  Battle Details

  Space Front (uncontested) led by Castaways of the Loop subcommander Tina 21135: +1 SEV Unit, +3 Commander, total +4. Tactical Doctrine Measured Advance (-10% all casualties).
  Ground Front led by League Coordinator Violetta: +3 TWI Units, +2 SEV Units, +8 Commander, +3 Orbital Superiority, total +19. Tactical Doctrine Overwhelming Tempo (+2 to battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties).

   

• [Economy] Buyout TP3 of Vesperite Rangers in Vesper (Region 58) with support, spending 1 treasure and gaining the effects of the WTU headquarters arcology.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• Union inspectors are made welcome in Vesper, although the unusual nature of the Vesperite economic and manufacturing system is expected to pose certain regulatory challenges.

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 1 this round)

Actions:

• [Diplomacy] Attend the Elven Conclave of 2044
  • Attending: Lilium
  • Accept 1 Treasure and the Eye of the Storm from the Iron Masquerade (attaching the Eye of the Storm to Void-leader Seraphine).
• [Military] Invade Region 61 with 3 ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using Overwhelming Tempo (+2 Battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties) and assisted by 2 ground units and 1 space unit provided by the Castways of the Loop.

  Battle Details

  Space Front (uncontested) led by Castaways of the Loop subcommander Tina 21135: +1 SEV Unit, +3 Commander, total +4. Tactical Doctrine Measured Advance (-10% all casualties).
  Ground Front led by League Coordinator Violetta: +3 TWI Units, +2 SEV Units, +8 Commander, +3 Orbital Superiority, total +19. Tactical Doctrine Overwhelming Tempo (+2 to battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties).

   

• [Economy] Buyout TP2 of Cybernetics and Prosthetics in the North Way Cluster (Region 2) with support, spending one Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• Union inspectors are made welcome in Vesper, although the unusual nature of the Vesperite economic and manufacturing system is expected to pose certain regulatory challenges.

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 1 this round)

Actions:

• [Diplomacy] Attend the Elven Conclave of 2044
  • Attending: Lilium
  • Accept 1 Treasure and the Eye of the Storm from the Iron Masquerade (attaching the Eye of the Storm to Void-leader Seraphine).
• [Military] Invade Region 61 with 3 ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using Overwhelming Tempo (+2 Battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties) and assisted by 2 ground units and 1 space unit provided by the Castways of the Loop.

  Battle Details

  Space Front (uncontested) led by Castaways of the Loop subcommander Tina 21135: +1 SEV Unit, +3 Commander, total +4. Tactical Doctrine Measured Advance (-10% all casualties).
  Ground Front led by League Coordinator Violetta: +3 TWI Units, +2 SEV Units, +8 Commander, +3 Orbital Superiority, total +19. Tactical Doctrine Overwhelming Tempo (+2 to battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties).

   

• [Economy] Buyout TP2 of Cybernetics and Prosthetics in the North Way Cluster (Region 2) with support, spending one Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• Union inspectors are made welcome in Vesper, although the unusual nature of the Vesperite economic and manufacturing system is expected to pose certain regulatory challenges.

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Diplomacy] Attend the Elven Conclave of 2044
  • Attending: Lilium
  • Accept 1 Treasure and the Eye of the Storm from the Iron Masquerade (attaching the Eye of the Storm to Void-leader Seraphine).
• [Military] Invade Region 61 with 3 ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using Overwhelming Tempo (+2 Battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties) and assisted by 2 ground units and 1 space unit provided by the Castways of the Loop.

  Battle Details

  Space Front (uncontested) led by Castaways of the Loop subcommander Tina 21135: +1 SEV Unit, +3 Commander, total +4. Tactical Doctrine Measured Advance (-10% all casualties).
  Ground Front led by League Coordinator Violetta: +3 TWI Units, +2 SEV Units, +8 Commander, +3 Orbital Superiority, total +19. Tactical Doctrine Overwhelming Tempo (+2 to battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties).

   

• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics, spending one Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Military] Invade Region 61 with 3 ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using Overwhelming Tempo (+2 Battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties) and assisted by 2 ground units and 1 space unit provided by the Castways of the Loop.

  Battle Details

  Space Front (uncontested) led by Castaways of the Loop subcommander Tina 21135: +1 SEV Unit, +3 Commander, total +4. Tactical Doctrine Measured Advance (-10% all casualties).
  Ground Front led by League Coordinator Violetta: +3 TWI Units, +2 SEV Units, +8 Commander, +3 Orbital Superiority, total +19. Tactical Doctrine Overwhelming Tempo (+2 to battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties).

   

• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics, spending one Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Military] Invade Region 61 with 3 ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using Overwhelming Tempo (+2 Battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties) and assisted by 2 ground units and 1 space unit provided by the Castways of the Loop.

  Space Front (uncontested) led by ???: +1 SEV Unit, +??? Commander, total +???. Tactical Doctrine ???

  Ground Front led by League Coordinator Violetta: +3 TWI Units, +2 SEV Units, +8 Commander, +3 Orbital Superiority, total +19. Tactical Doctrine Overwhelming Tempo (+2 to battle, +10% own casualties, -10% enemy casualties).

• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics, spending one Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Military] Invade Region 61 with three ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using
• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics, spending one Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Military] Invade Region 61 with three ground units, led by Violetta (Mil 8) using
• [Military] Raise one space unit.
• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.
• [Economy] Hoard Treasure.

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

• Shortly after the anticipated declaration of war by the Ishtahn, the same channels that released the live feed of Violetta run a followup segment.
  
  "Tensions continue to run high here on Veehra, with war between Elect looming on the horizon once again. Coordinator Violetta of the Twilight Leage seems unconcerned, however. When we contacted her for further comment on the recent escalation of hostilities, she had this to say:
  
  'The Ishtahn are cordially invited to return to Vesper at any time that they are in possession of actual war goals and the stomach to prosecute them. In the meantime, a pissing contest in high orbit seems to serve no purpose save to ensure everyone is in the splash zone - particularly when you're borrowing someone else's dick to piss with. As such, I see no reason to participate.'"

Statistics
Unit Count: 3 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Diplomacy] Attend event?
• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics?
• [Faith] Create Artifact?

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their perfidy. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

   

Statistics
Unit Count: 2 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)

Actions:

• [Diplomacy] Attend event?
• [Economy] Buyout Cybernetics and Prosthetics?
• [Faith] Create Artifact?

Nonactions

• ???

News and Rumours

• Across several channels on the Snake News Network, the news contains some variation on “We take you now to Vesper for a live statement from Violetta, coordinator of the Twilight League, regarding recent hostilities between the League and the High Kingdom of Ishtahnos.” 
   

  The camera cuts to an office. An abstract tapestry hangs behind a sturdy wooden desk, which is in turn flanked by shelves covered in an eclectic array of trinkets ranging from blown glass statues to salvaged treasures and hand weapons. A particularly keen observer - or, more likely, one rewatching the clip later for a rare look at Vesperite culture - might note that mixed in amongst the rest are several masks and pieces of body armor. All of these show signs of combat damage, though it’s impossible to say if they’re trophies or memorials for fallen comrades. 

   

  On a first viewing, however, Violetta herself rather dominates the scene. Rather than being seated in the seemingly perfectly functional chair behind the desk, she is lounging atop the desk itself. She’s not an imposing figure, as such - especially not to Ishtahn eyes, given she comes in several inches short of six feet - but the brilliant crimson of the suit she’s wearing (offset by splashes of dark orange at the collar and wrists) stands in stark contrast to the tapestry framing her. 

   

  As is usual for Veehra, she’s wearing a mask of sorts, though hers is rather more abbreviated than usual. Her eyes are hidden behind ruby lenses set in a metal visor that reaches down the bridge of her nose, but the rest of her face is bare.  

   

  She takes a moment to lift a glass of some dark red liquid that seems unpleasantly thick to her lips and take a deep pull from it before she speaks. Her mouth is fixed in a friendly smile, and her voice never rises above a conversational volume, but her tone is raw venom - as is only appropriate, given her words. 

   

  “To the Dishonorable Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Liar of the Petty Kingdom of Ishtahnos,

   

  May your poison tongue rot from your mouth that you might choke on it, and your sunless fingers be smashed for their treachery. 

   

  No apology shall be forthcoming for the hostilities that you initiated when you freely chose to take military action against the forces of the Twilight League. Nor will I be disavowing the actions of Lilium nor any other commander for retaliating in kind. Far from having the temerity to act as if you were blameless and offering to graciously permit me to shoot those who have served loyally in the back, you should count yourself lucky that the response was so measured as it was. 

   

  If you desire to begin a war, as you have insinuated will be the case should you prove dissatisfied with the amount of groveling you recieve, you are welcome to declare one. One hopes that the families of the Ishtahn dead will know with whom to lodge their complaints.” 

   

  Violetta starts to raise her hand in a deeply obscene gesture directed squarely at the camera before the broadcast cuts abruptly back to the studio. 

   

  “That’s all from Vesper for now, folks! However, the Twilight League has provided us with a copy of the letter that Coordinator Violetta was responding to…”
   

  Quote

  To Her Excellency, Violetta, Herald of the Second Dawn,

  As you have no doubt become aware we recently repelled an attack by Vesperite marauders on Ishtahn agriculture. As you can understand this is considered an act of war. However, we understand that perhaps your control over your military is not complete and will give you one chance to make amends. A public apology and a promise to get your house in order should be sufficient to mollify us, but fail to do so and we will be forced to take action against those responsible personally.

  Faithfully yours,
  Johnathon Royston Rageclaw, First Minister of Ishtahnos

   

Statistics
Unit Count: 2 Ground, 1 Space
Treasure: 1 (Spending 0 this round)