GovernorThe governor bows his head in acceptance. "Of course, Your Lord/Ladyship. You will be compensated for any losses. And I'll see to it personally that your ship's holds are filled with the finest goods from my personal reserves."
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AbelardAbelard nods in approval and remarks quietly, "Excellent, Your Lord/Ladyship. A Rogue Trader has no use for leniency."
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Governor"I can offer you several thousand fine, obedient servants. However, I'm sad to inform you that I won't be able to do it until we've dealt with the insurgency on the planet. I'm sure you won't have to wait long. The rabble will soon be duly punished for their heretical scheming."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."
Governor"Is that so?" The governor maintains his composure. "I'd like to hear your reasoning."
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"
GovernorGovernor Medineh hesitates before answering, his face slowly turning purple with anger. "Your Lordship/Ladyship..." he grits out through his teeth. "I know who you are. I have heard of your... 'exploits.' And I will not allow a stranger — let alone another Rogue Trader — to speak to me in such a manner and make demands of a subject of His Lordship Calligos Winterscale!" He takes a breath and continues in a calmer tone, "The matter is closed. Let us speak no more of it."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."
Governor"As you wish..." the governor replies wearily.
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."
GovernorGovernor Medineh hesitates before answering, his face slowly turning purple with anger. "Your Lordship/Ladyship..." he grits out through his teeth. "I know who you are. I have heard of your... 'exploits.' And I will not allow a stranger — let alone another Rogue Trader — to speak to me in such a manner and make demands of a subject of His Lordship Calligos Winterscale!" He takes a breath and continues in a calmer tone, "The matter is closed. Let us speak no more of it."continues where this line first appears above
GovernorThe governor's eyes darken, but your unwavering gaze makes him give in. "All right. All right! Perhaps, I've underestimated the mutiny, writing it off as the rabble's usual nonsense... However, if it does involve corruption and an underground cult... this needs to be investigated. I'll assign additional resources to it and take the issue seriously. You have my word, Your Lord/Ladyship."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"
Governor"Not you too! I swear on the Golden Throne and the blood of all martyrs: I never even considered committing such an act! Please, Your Lordship/Ladyship, do not insult me with such suspicions."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"
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Governor"There is a Navis Nobilite station in this system, but those hermits don't do business with anyone. Not even I have ever been invited on board. However, they've been known to make exceptions for members of Rogue Trader families. Perhaps, they will make one for you?"
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Governor"If you'd like a distraction, a smaller and safer uprising to suppress at your leisure, there is a planetoid in my system called Rykadi Philia. It hosts a prison colony whose inmates rebelled at the same time as the heretics on the planet. It's an all-round preposterous situation — it should have only taken us a couple of orbital shots to take care of them, but..." The governor slightly purses his lips.
Governor"Evayne Winterscale went there. He is a relative of my suzerain, the great Rogue Trader Calligos Winterscale, the master of this system and a dozen others. I imagine the young Lord Winterscale is very eager to prove himself to his distinguished kinsman. I see no reason for you not to join him. It's a small planetoid, the prisoners' numbers are few, and they have little in the way of weapons. It's more of a sport for noble lords/ and ladies than a real rebellion."
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Abelard"Evayne... Evayne..." Abelard mutters, stroking his beard. "One of his distant younger offspring, yes. That's as much as I know about him, which means he hasn't distinguished himself in any meaningful way."
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Cassia"Evayne Winterscale has made several diplomatic visits to Eurac V on behalf of his father. The Great Regent would never have granted entry to someone dishonourable, which means... no matter what happened on the planetoid, we must aid the highborn."
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YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."
Governor"The sergeant who managed to impress a person of such noble standing will be recommended for decoration."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."
Governor"Voigtvir is a traitor? Why, any family, however noble, has an unworthy scion or two. Naturally, we will surrender him should we find him within my jurisdiction. Unfortunately, I have no information regarding his location. However..." The governor pauses to think.
Governor"We have a cogitator here at the command centre, it's connected to a data-crypt from Logis Abel's sanctum. It aggregated all the Lexmechanic reports. Unfortunately, the access prayer for it is unknown to me. If you manage to convince the stubborn machine, you might learn something about Kunrad's movements. I'd hazard he fled from you on a ship, not on a pair of wings!"
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"
GovernorThe governor lowers his voice. "I do. Master van Calox has left for the Hallowed Electrodynamic Cenobium. It's an ancient monastery of the Adeptus Mechanicus. I don't know what his objectives are. Needless to say, insurgent activity has been observed in the monastery's vicinity. But I suppose that's too petty of a problem for an agent of the Most Holy Inquisition. Besides, I have already sent a small detachment of reinforcements there."
Governor"Unfortunately, right now you won't be able to leave the capital and set out to look for him. The rebels have got hold of some ancient weapon and made flying over the city impossible."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."
GovernorWith a heavy sigh, the governor wearily covers his face with his hand. "Of course he does. That Tech-Priest... is very insistent. I ordered a squad to be dispatched to the holy cenobium of the Adeptus Mechanicus. They haven't been heard from yet. I'm afraid, this is all I can do under the present circumstances. I don't have a single soldier to spare here in the capital."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."
Governor"That's excellent news. Thank you for your assistance!"
Governor"The weapon the insurgents were using to shoot down shuttles over the city has been destroyed. Now nothing is preventing you from returning to your ship. If you wish to find Master van Calox, you should go to the cenobium of the Adeptus Mechanicus."
PasqalNotes of anxiety creep into the voice that rattles from Pasqal's vox: "On behalf of the Priesthood of Mars, I, Magos Haneumann, am officially initiating my participation in the operation. I must inspect the state of the relic and assure myself that it is under zero risk of falling into heretic hands."
Pasqal"According to the Catechism of Maintenance and Operation, my tech-comrades were supposed to lock the monastery gates against laypeople and activate the traps. I deem it optimal that an ordained Magos should provide his assistance."
Governor"I categorically object." The governor clenches his fist. "As much as I respect the sanctity of your monastery, I have on my hands a whole capital that needs to be attended by the Omnissiah's servants. We have lost many eminent Tech-Priests — incidentally, one of them perished in that same monastery. Mechanical failures could occur at any moment. Putting it bluntly, you may consider yourself forcibly recruited into the city's defence forces." Medineh and Pasqal glare at each other, their unyielding gazes like crossed swords.
YOU"You have picked an interesting time to quarrel with a servant of the Omnissiah, Governor."
Governor"A critical situation calls for decisive action. I simply cannot let every learned Tech-Priest go to their death the moment they hear about an endangered relic. I need people who can do more than praise the Omnissiah to look after the capital and its millions of citizens."
YOU"You have picked an interesting time to quarrel with a servant of the Omnissiah, Governor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This Magos is part of my retinue. You have no right to give him orders."
Governor"You mistake me for a fool. I know that he arrived separately from you, and I would bet my life that no—"
GovernorThe governor's voice dies down in the low growl of a drilling mechadendrite. Its tip is directed straight at the bridge of his nose. Medineh clears his throat and grumbles stubbornly, "So this is the negotiation technique you have resorted to? Do you think this is the first time I have been threatened with a weapon?"
Pasqal"No. But this could be your last." Pasqal's voice is akin to the sound produced by his drilling implement: steady and calm, but ready to explode at a moment's notice with the crunching of bone and the squelching of tearing flesh. "I am heading to the monastery because I must. Is that clear?"
GovernorThe governor mutters through gritted teeth, "Abundantly so... Magos."
YOU"Why are you so determined to get to the monastery? Is it just because of the relic?"
Pasqal"It is why I came to this world. I am expected there."
YOU"Why are you so determined to get to the monastery? Is it just because of the relic?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It would be my pleasure to assist the Omnissiah's servant in reaching the sanctum."
Pasqal"Thank you for your cooperation, Your Lordship/Ladyship." The drill stops.
Pasqal"As compensation for your consideration of my request, I, Magos Haneumann, officially undertake to accompany you in the Rykad System in the role of bodyguard and to protect you at all costs until your life functions cease. But only within the limits of the Rykad System."
Governor"You're Haneumann? Hmm... Glad you're alive." The governor raises his eyebrow and stares at the Tech-Priest in surprise, but refrains from further commentary.
YOU"I wish to know more about the monastery."
Governor"The cenobium has been run by the Adeptus Mechanicus ever since the colony was founded. The sacred reactor guarded by its priests powers the entire planet. I can say no more. It is a forbidden place that even I have only been allowed to visit once before."
YOU"I wish to know more about the monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why not shell the monastery if that is where the insurgents have gathered? Or deploy a landing force?"
Pasqal"Fulfilling this request puts the monastery in danger of major destruction. The consequences of this decision for the world of Rykad Minoris could be catastrophic."
YOU"I wish to know more about the monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why not shell the monastery if that is where the insurgents have gathered? Or deploy a landing force?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pasqal, what is so special about the cenobium and the relic? What is in there that has drawn the attention of an Interrogator of the Inquisition?"
Pasqal"I have never been there before, but I would presume that the sacred relic of the reactor is capable of great destruction should it end up in heretic hands. The fury of the freed machine spirits, once released from the sacred circuit, will destroy everything around them. The degree of damage inflicted may render the world of Rykad Minoris uninhabitable."
Pasqal"Heresy must be purged from those blessed halls. I declare any desecrator who defiles the relic's power a Category Three blasphemer deserving of immediate execution."
YOU"I wish to know more about the monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why not shell the monastery if that is where the insurgents have gathered? Or deploy a landing force?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pasqal, what is so special about the cenobium and the relic? What is in there that has drawn the attention of an Interrogator of the Inquisition?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What has perplexed you about my companion's name?"
GovernorThe governor looks at Pasqal with curiosity. "According to the reports we've received, Logis Abel Haneumann set off for the Hallowed Electrodynamic Cenobium a short while before it was stormed. I'm glad to find out that you're safe. Perhaps you possess information on Master van Calox?"
PasqalPasqal's vox rasps in confusion, "My name is Pasqal Haneumann. Not Abel. I know nothing about such a person."
YOU"What do you know about this Abel, Governor?"
Governor"I've never met him in person. That esteemed Logis supervised the work of Rykad Minoris's Lexmechanics for many years. However, he rarely left his cyberchapel, and I never had the honour of making his acquaintance. A true anchorite."
YOU"What do you know about this Abel, Governor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did he fly to the monastery? That seems suspicious."
Governor"When a Logis of the Adeptus Mechanicus wants to go somewhere, we don't ask why, Your Lord/Ladyship."
YOU"What do you know about this Abel, Governor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did he fly to the monastery? That seems suspicious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where can I get more information on this individual?"
Governor"I would have suggested that you inspect the esteemed Logis's sanctum, but it was destroyed by the rebels. We recovered several data-crypts and connected them to the cogitators at the command post. They might provide you with some information."
PasqalIt is amazing that a mechanical voice from a vox can sound so confused: "That name might have been used as a signal intelligible only to its intended recipient. In that case, its bearer might be Archmagos Amarnat. Initiating an investigation and data collection procedure."
YOU"What do you know about this Abel, Governor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did he fly to the monastery? That seems suspicious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where can I get more information on this individual?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."
Pasqal"Governor Medineh, I intend to gather further information on the person calling himself Abel Haneumann. I do not exclude the possibility of it being an alias of my mentor, the Archmagos Amarnat."
Governor"I would have suggested that you inspect the esteemed Logis's sanctum, but it was destroyed by the rebels. We recovered several data-crypts and connected them to the cogitators at the command post. They might provide you with some information."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."
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Governor"Glad to be of service, Your Lord/Ladyship."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
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IdiraIdira tenses up and listens, then turns around sharply to face Pasqal. "I can hear my friends' snide whispers through the door. Be careful on your search, Magos. If you stare into a shattered mirror for too long, you might see yourself in it — in every shard at once. Mending it is that much more of a tainted affair then — the new reflection is deathlike."
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YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where can I get more information on this individual?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did he fly to the monastery? That seems suspicious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where can I get more information on this individual?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no more questions."
Pasqal"Then permit me to ask a question. My name aroused your interest, Governor Medineh. Why?"
GovernorThe governor looks at Pasqal with curiosity. "According to the reports we've received, Logis Abel Haneumann set off for the Hallowed Electrodynamic Cenobium a short while before it was stormed. I'm glad to find out that you're safe. Perhaps you possess information on Master van Calox?"continues where this line first appears above
Governor"It's been my pleasure to enlighten Your Lord/Ladyship."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What has perplexed you about my companion's name?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no more questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pasqal, what is so special about the cenobium and the relic? What is in there that has drawn the attention of an Interrogator of the Inquisition?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What has perplexed you about my companion's name?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no more questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why not shell the monastery if that is where the insurgents have gathered? Or deploy a landing force?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pasqal, what is so special about the cenobium and the relic? What is in there that has drawn the attention of an Interrogator of the Inquisition?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What has perplexed you about my companion's name?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no more questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Say nothing and do not interfere]
Pasqal"Your Lordship/Ladyship, I trust you will grant me a place aboard your shuttle. The Adeptus Mechanicus will be grateful for your cooperation."
Pasqal"As compensation for your consideration of my request, I, Magos Haneumann, officially undertake to accompany you in the Rykad System in the role of bodyguard and to protect you at all costs until your life functions cease. But only within the limits of the Rykad System."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It would be my pleasure to assist the Omnissiah's servant in reaching the sanctum."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Say nothing and do not interfere]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Perhaps the esteemed governor is right."
Governor"I am glad to hear that Your Lordship/Ladyship supports my decision. Esteemed Magos—"
GovernorThe governor's voice dies down in the low growl of a drilling mechadendrite. Its tip is directed straight at the bridge of his nose. Medineh clears his throat and grumbles stubbornly, "So this is the negotiation technique you have resorted to? Do you think this is the first time I have been threatened with a weapon?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Let Pasqal deal with his own problems]
Governor"Esteemed Magos, our technomats will apprise you of the issues with our power distributor—"
GovernorThe governor's voice dies down in the low growl of a drilling mechadendrite. Its tip is directed straight at the bridge of his nose. Medineh clears his throat and grumbles stubbornly, "So this is the negotiation technique you have resorted to? Do you think this is the first time I have been threatened with a weapon?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This Magos is part of my retinue. You have no right to give him orders."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Perhaps the esteemed governor is right."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Let Pasqal deal with his own problems]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
Governor"The weapon the insurgents were using to shoot down shuttles over the city has been destroyed. Now nothing is preventing you from returning to your ship. If you wish to find Master van Calox, you should go to the cenobium of the Adeptus Mechanicus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."
Governor"The rabble's usual superstitions. I'm sure this Aurora is a charlatan muttering some doggerel, which their dim followers think to be magic spells. This does, of course, warrant their eventual burning in the furnace of penance. But it does not point to there being anything special about this insurgency."
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."
Governor"The insurgents are maiming their own? Good."
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."
Governor"Yet another superstition. Surely you don't expect me to believe in it?"
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."
Governor"It's not much, but it is something. I will order an audit of our equipment and see to it that our communication channels are more closely monitored going forward. However, it was only the accidental success of an otherwise disorganised mob of heretics, who have no understanding of the art of war."
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."
Governor"I've heard about these lenses. What makes you think they're enchanted? Any fool can light a fire with a magnifying glass. That's no sorcery."
YOU"My reasoning? One would have to be blind not to see all the signs of cultist activity! Have you ever had to deal with such a threat before, Governor Medineh? As a soldier of the Astra Militarum, I have, so do not waste my time with requests to prove the obvious, because I speak from experience!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"
Solomorne"No." Solomorne turns sharply to face the governor. "The reports I received on Rykad Minoris indicated that the situation on the planet was stable. Either this stability has been upset by a conspiracy of the Archenemy's forces, or it merely took a congregation of madmen to threaten your authority, Governor. It is in your best interests to listen to what the Rogue Trader is saying."
GovernorThe governor's eyes darken, but your unwavering gaze makes him give in. "All right. All right! Perhaps, I've underestimated the mutiny, writing it off as the rabble's usual nonsense... However, if it does involve corruption and an underground cult... this needs to be investigated. I'll assign additional resources to it and take the issue seriously. You have my word, Your Lord/Ladyship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."
GovernorGovernor Medineh hesitates before answering, his face slowly turning purple with anger. "Your Lordship/Ladyship..." he grits out through his teeth. "I know who you are. I have heard of your... 'exploits.' And I will not allow a stranger — let alone another Rogue Trader — to speak to me in such a manner and make demands of a subject of His Lordship Calligos Winterscale!" He takes a breath and continues in a calmer tone, "The matter is closed. Let us speak no more of it."continues where this line first appears above
GovernorThe governor's eyes darken, but your unwavering gaze makes him give in. "All right. All right! Perhaps, I've underestimated the mutiny, writing it off as the rabble's usual nonsense... However, if it does involve corruption and an underground cult... this needs to be investigated. I'll assign additional resources to it and take the issue seriously. You have my word, Your Lord/Ladyship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."
Governor"Of course."
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
Solomorne"No." Solomorne turns sharply to face the governor. "The reports I received on Rykad Minoris indicated that the situation on the planet was stable. Either this stability has been upset by a conspiracy of the Archenemy's forces, or it merely took a congregation of madmen to threaten your authority, Governor. It is in your best interests to listen to what the Rogue Trader is saying."continues where this line first appears above
GovernorThe governor's eyes darken, but your unwavering gaze makes him give in. "All right. All right! Perhaps, I've underestimated the mutiny, writing it off as the rabble's usual nonsense... However, if it does involve corruption and an underground cult... this needs to be investigated. I'll assign additional resources to it and take the issue seriously. You have my word, Your Lord/Ladyship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rioters are too well organised, too well informed, too well armed. There are signs of indoctrination into heretical beliefs — they are clearly being directed by someone competent and charismatic. Governor, you are dealing with an Archenemy cult that is growing at an alarming rate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgency is headed by a certain Aurora, a prophet who, according to their followers, possesses mystical powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Scores of crazed people with scorched eyes are stalking the city."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents talk of a 'Final Dawn' — the impending demise of the world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents managed to steal a vox-caster. They have been listening to your people's communications."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The insurgents are using the Archenemy's artefacts, enchanted lenses, to perform unholy sorcery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, do you also believe this rebellion was orchestrated by nothing more than a few lowborn lunatics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to leave your bunker more often, Governor Medineh. I have only recently arrived in this system and I already know much more about the uprising than you do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I can see that it is not in my power to convince you. Let us change the subject."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
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Governor"Of course, Your Lord/Ladyship. You will be compensated for the damages." The governor nods without any enthusiasm.
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
Governor"I can offer you several thousand fine, obedient servants. However, I'm sad to inform you that I won't be able to do it until we've dealt with the insurgency on the planet. I'm sure you won't have to wait long. The rabble will soon be duly punished for their heretical scheming."continues where this line first appears above
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GovernorThe tall, dark-skinned man turns toward you and greets you in a curt military manner: "Faisal Rykadi ab Medineh af Koronus, governor of this star system. Welcome to my temporary headquarters."
Governor(sequence)
GovernorThe man's gaze falls on Abelard. His eyes slightly narrow. "Werserian."
AbelardAbelard nods dryly. "Governor Medineh. My greetings."
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GovernorThe governor's expression changes drastically when he sees Cassia. "Lady Navigator? What an honour! I never thought that House Orsellio would grace our world with a visit. I only wish I could have received you under different circumstances."
CassiaCassia purses her lips, and an echo of grief knocks the wind out of those present. "House Orsellio is grateful for the support that you have provided to Eurac V these many years."
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GovernorThen the governor notices Kibellah's clothes, and his eyes go wide. He adds, softly and cautiously, "This... woman, she is your bodyguard, I presume? Or is she here to..." He stops, choosing not to finish his question.
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Governor"I'm not seeing the convoy I'd sent to meet you. What happened? Did they fail to find and escort you? If that is so, I promise you their punishment will be swift and severe."
YOU"What a curious exchange of pleasantries. Is there some kind of discord between you and Abelard?"
Governor"No, of course not."
Abelard"An old misunderstanding. Over a century old by now. It isn't worth your time, Lord Captain."
YOU"What a curious exchange of pleasantries. Is there some kind of discord between you and Abelard?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The convoy was ambushed and massacred. The only surviving soldier turned out to be a traitor and was personally executed by me."
Governor"That is an outrage. I will have the personnel vetting procedure changed immediately. The slightest suspicion will be grounds for arrest!"
Governor"Your Lord/Ladyship, before we proceed with discussing the matters that are of interest to you, there is a question I feel compelled to ask. It was only recently that Lady Theodora was the head of House von Valancius. I have received no word of her demise. How is it that you are now the Rogue Trader?"
YOU"My esteemed predecessor died at the hands of cultists, may the Emperor incinerate their souls."
GovernorThe governor frowns, and a deep shadow falls over his face. "Rogue Trader von Valancius! Slain! Unthinkable! Please accept my deepest and most sincere condolences, Your Lord/Ladyship. Do not hesitate to let me know how I might be of help!"
YOU"I realise that you yourselves are in a difficult situation, but my crew has sustained heavy losses. I must replace my missing crew members."
Governor"I can offer you several thousand fine, obedient servants. However, I'm sad to inform you that I won't be able to do it until we've dealt with the insurgency on the planet. I'm sure you won't have to wait long. The rabble will soon be duly punished for their heretical scheming."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My ship's crew has suffered heavy losses. I wish to secure replacements on Rykad Minoris."
Governor"I can offer you several thousand fine, obedient servants. However, I'm sad to inform you that I won't be able to do it until we've dealt with the insurgency on the planet. I'm sure you won't have to wait long. The rabble will soon be duly punished for their heretical scheming."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I need fresh crew to replace those killed in the attack on the ship. And I need material compensation."
YOU"I should be the one asking that question. Our ship was attacked by heretics. They killed Lady Theodora!"
GovernorThe governor frowns, and a deep shadow falls over his face. "Rogue Trader von Valancius! Slain! Unthinkable! Please accept my deepest and most sincere condolences, Your Lord/Ladyship. Do not hesitate to let me know how I might be of help!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Our ship was attacked, Theodora was killed, and I claimed my inheritance. That is all you need to know."
GovernorThe governor frowns, and a deep shadow falls over his face. "Rogue Trader von Valancius! Slain! Unthinkable! Please accept my deepest and most sincere condolences, Your Lord/Ladyship. Do not hesitate to let me know how I might be of help!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The convoy was ambushed and massacred in its entirety, save for one private's miraculous survival. I am counting on you to investigate the incident."
Governor"Oh, we will, I assure you!" The governor gestures to the guards. "Take the suspect away. And find the executioner on duty. He should be done with interrogating the captured insurgents by now."
Governor"Your Lord/Ladyship, before we proceed with discussing the matters that are of interest to you, there is a question I feel compelled to ask. It was only recently that Lady Theodora was the head of House von Valancius. I have received no word of her demise. How is it that you are now the Rogue Trader?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The convoy was ambushed. There were no survivors except Private Camille Regias. I must commend his extraordinary loyalty and resilience."
Governor"Only one good soldier in a whole convoy! Pathetic. Head to the barracks, private, and await new orders."
Governor"Your Lord/Ladyship, before we proceed with discussing the matters that are of interest to you, there is a question I feel compelled to ask. It was only recently that Lady Theodora was the head of House von Valancius. I have received no word of her demise. How is it that you are now the Rogue Trader?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The convoy was ambushed and massacred. The only surviving soldier turned out to be a traitor and was personally executed by me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The convoy was ambushed and massacred in its entirety, save for one private's miraculous survival. I am counting on you to investigate the incident."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The convoy was ambushed. There were no survivors except Private Camille Regias. I must commend his extraordinary loyalty and resilience."continues where this line first appears above
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SolomorneThe Arbitrator marches forward relentlessly and halts one step away from the governor, looking down at him.
Solomorne"Governor Medineh, in the name of the Lex Imperialis, I, Proctor Solomorne Anthar, arrest you on suspicion of involvement in the theft of the shipment of the Imperial Tithe. Taking into account the state of emergency on this planet, I will permit you to retain your authority under my direct supervision. From this time forth, you will give the Adeptus Arbites your full cooperation — in particular, by transferring command of the strike groups and other resources to me."
GovernorMedineh, though deathly pale, proudly raises his chin. "Arrest me? Transfer my resources? Your demands undermine my efforts to suppress the rebellion! Excuse me, Proctor, but this accusation of stealing the sacred tithe is simply..." He stops talking under the Arbitrator's oppressive, merciless gaze.
Solomorne"Denying guilt only adds to the suspicions against you, Governor. Now, let us go over everything one more time. The tithe was stolen from your world. You are culpable for this incident whether you were personally involved or not. You will provide the resources I have requested without objection, as this measure serves to re-establish control over the planet. Comply, or I will consider your refusal an obstruction of the investigation and take steps accordingly."
Governor"It seems I am left with no other option than to obey your will. As His law-abiding servant, I honour the word of the Lex Imperialis." Medineh shoots you a quick glance. "Unless His Lordship/Her Ladyship has anything to say on the matter, that is."
YOU"This world belongs to Winterscale. Do the Adeptus Arbites truly have the authority to interfere in the rule of governors appointed by a Rogue Trader?"
Solomorne"We do. Besides, I doubt Rogue Trader Winterscale will find it disagreeable that the Arbitrators have helped to clean up this madness. As for the governor, I imagine the Emperor's anointed will benefit from learning how diligently his servant has been performing his duties."
YOU"This world belongs to Winterscale. Do the Adeptus Arbites truly have the authority to interfere in the rule of governors appointed by a Rogue Trader?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Shrug] "I suppose there is nothing else for it."
GovernorThe governor puts his hands behind his back, either to appear more confident or to hide the tremor in his fingers. "In that case, please accommodate yourself, Proctor. But before I give you the access codes, I must—"
Solomorne"Give a protracted self-exonerating statement? There's no need. All information required of you will be obtained during questioning — without witnesses, be it your personal guard or the Rogue Trader. Just you, me, and Glaito." The cyber-mastiff lets out a heavy growl that sends a shiver down your spine.
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"
Solomorne"Stop the heretics from taking over the starport and other locations critical to the investigation. At the same time, we will crush the heretics' resistance — most of them are hiding among the commoners, and a series of concentrated strikes against the residential districts and infirmaries will send them running. That is when we'll finish off the rebel carrion."
Governor"Blood of the Throne... I will be governing over nothing but ruins and corpses by the time you're done!"
Solomorne"Have faith in my methods, Governor. I am not going to depopulate your world — after all, it needs to be able to continue paying the tithe."
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."
Solomorne"I know this from a few intercepted vox-exchanges and a couple of scumbags we've interrogated. But first and foremost, I know from experience. Such mutinous rabble always feeds off its families and associates, who also provide a source of recruits to support its ranks. And, of course, there is the heretics' contemptible habit of using the local population as a shield. We need to flush them out of their nests and starve them of resources."
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."
SolomorneSolomorne gives a slight nod. "Better to cut off the hand than to let the infection overtake the whole body."
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."
SolomorneThe Arbitrator's voice rings with steel: "Aversion to collateral damage is a weakness that heretics exploit to the fullest. While you stand here pitying and hesitating, the enemy is busy fortifying their positions and replenishing their losses. Stalling dictated by mercy only magnifies the damage the world will suffer."
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."
Solomorne"There is a difference between effective tactics and terror. You are referring to the second. This world must not lose more people than is necessary, or Rykad Minoris will struggle to return to serving the Imperium."
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."
Solomorne"Yes, this is far from what I was expecting from this assignment. The things we do for the mission."
YOU"What is your plan, Proctor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."
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YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why do you think the rebels are hiding among the civilians? They could have shelters elsewhere."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A sound plan, Proctor. Only harsh measures can restore order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Killing innocents is unacceptable, even for the sake of saving a world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I recommend not taking civilian casualties into account. These people are in need of a good lesson in pain and fear."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So, you are just going to sit the whole thing out in this bunker..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish you luck in your investigation, Proctor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I would never think to oppose a servant of the Lex."
GovernorThe governor puts his hands behind his back, either to appear more confident or to hide the tremor in his fingers. "In that case, please accommodate yourself, Proctor. But before I give you the access codes, I must—"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do not even try to involve me in this, Medineh."
GovernorThe governor puts his hands behind his back, either to appear more confident or to hide the tremor in his fingers. "In that case, please accommodate yourself, Proctor. But before I give you the access codes, I must—"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Shrug] "I suppose there is nothing else for it."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I would never think to oppose a servant of the Lex."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do not even try to involve me in this, Medineh."continues where this line first appears above
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Governor"Greetings, Your Lordship/Ladyship," says the governor in a dismal voice, glancing reflexively at Solomorne.
YOU"I am ready for my triumph."
Governor"Then I will see you at the starport, Your Lordship/Ladyship. The master of ceremonies will organise the procession in a way that should allow me to share the ceremony's finale with you. And after that, Emperor willing, the Proctor will clear me of all charges, and the woes of Rykad Minoris will be over at last."
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YOU"I am not yet ready for the triumph. I still have not found a Navigator for my ship."
Governor"Then I daren't delay you any further, Your Lord/Ladyship."
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YOU"I have other business in this system."
Governor"Then I daren't delay you any further, Your Lord/Ladyship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
GovernorGovernor Medineh offers Heinrix a somewhat strained smile. "Master van Calox, it pleases me to see you in good health. I hope that you accomplished, uh, what you intended to at the Electrodynamic Cenobium."
HeinrixThe Interrogator nods without saying a word.
GovernorAfter an uncomfortably long pause, Medineh clears his throat and quickly turns to you.
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HeinrixHeinrix presses his lips into a thin line. "Not quite."
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GovernorThen the governor notices Kibellah's clothes, and his eyes go wide. He adds, softly and cautiously, "This... woman, she is your bodyguard, I presume? Or is she here to..." He stops, choosing not to finish his question.
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Governor"I can't express how grateful I am for your help. Now that the insidious heretics' designs have been thwarted, nothing stands in the way of my plans or yours. With Aurora dead, the spirit of revolt is waning. Entire squads of rebels are surrendering. We are witnessing the final days of the uprising. I have already signed the order to allocate two thousand first-class voidfarers to you. Their transfer to your ship should begin any minute now."
Governor"I would also like to salute the saviour of Rykad Minoris and have already given the order for a celebration to be held in your honour. We will mark your victory with an ancient custom — the triumph. You will drive through the city streets accompanied by a guard of honour, as befits a hero/heroine who has vanquished the Imperium's enemies, while your trophies will be displayed to the jubilant crowds. Let me know once you have concluded your business in this system and are ready for the triumph to begin!" Governor Medineh is positively ablaze with enthusiasm.
Solomorne"In regards to your own participation in the triumph, Governor: you will accompany us to the starport to provide timely answers to any questions that may occur to me as I inspect the terminal there. That being said, you should appear before your subjects at least once at the end of the ceremony — doing so will help to maintain order. There is no reason to let the people know that the world may soon be in for a change of leadership."
YOU"I am ready for my triumph."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am not yet ready for the triumph. I still have not found a Navigator for my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business in this system."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
IdiraIdira shrieks and blindly reaches for the air in front of her. She rubs her eyes nervously. "Oh for grox sake! What the... Lord Captain, I... I can't see a thing! Only darkness. Pitch-black darkness."
GovernorThe governor chuckles nervously and fidgets with his collar. "Are you being facetious, ma'am?"
Solomorne"Martyrs' blood... Tell me this is just a hysterical outburst on your companion's part."
YOU"Idira, are you wounded?"
Idira"No, I'm quite all right. There's darkness... in my mind. But I haven't gone blind, no. It is the darkness that I see. It is the only thing I see."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."
GovernorMedineh breathes a sigh of relief. "You have no doubt been through a lot lately, ma'am. Small wonder your vision had a dim spell with all this shooting everywhere, let alone all these maimed and maddened insurgents. It will be all right. The festivities will distract you and you'll feel right as rain again!"
Solomorne"Glad to hear it. That is quite enough mad ramblings and eye problems for one day."
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YOU"Another prophecy?"
Idira"I have no idea. Darkness just enveloped me — bam! — like some kind of veil. But I've not gone blind, no. It is the darkness that I see. It is the only thing I see."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Please pay her no mind, Proctor. She has... episodes sometimes."
Idira"Lord Captain, this is serious, take a psyker's word for it! Darkness has never shrouded me like this before. But I have not gone blind, no. It is the darkness that I see. It is the only thing I see."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How dare you work your sorcery in front of the Proctor, witch!"
Idira"Lord Captain, I didn't do it on purpose, it just happened! I've never been in such complete darkness before. I've not gone blind, no. I can see the darkness. And only the darkness."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."continues where this line first appears above
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Governor"Greetings again, Your Lord/Ladyship!"
YOU"I am ready for my triumph."
Governor"Excellent! We'll see each other at the square, then. May the light of the Throne be with you!"
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YOU"I am not yet ready for the triumph. I still have not found a Navigator for my ship."
Governor"Then I daren't delay you any further, Your Lord/Ladyship."
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YOU"I have other business in this system."
Governor"Then I daren't delay you any further, Your Lord/Ladyship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you so confident that you will crush the insurrection soon? My own impression has been the exact opposite."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to discuss the insurgency on the planet."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lower your voice] "Governor, you didn't steal the tithe ship, did you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is there anything else I can do on this planet or in this system while I wait for the end of the revolt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to commend the courage of one of your officers, Sergeant Malgar. He and his soldiers valiantly defend the starport."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"My kinsman Kunrad Voigtvir von Valancius has betrayed our dynasty and the Imperium. If he is hiding in this system, I want him handed over to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Heinrix van Calox, an Interrogator of the Most Holy Inquisition, is operating in your system. Do you know where he is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tech-Priest Quartz-Krame claims you have not been doing enough to ensure the safety of the Adeptus Mechanicus monastery."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The anti-aircraft battery that was giving you so much trouble has been destroyed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is all I wanted to discuss."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
GovernorGovernor Medineh offers Heinrix a somewhat strained smile. "Master van Calox, it pleases me to see you in good health. I hope that you accomplished, uh, what you intended to at the Electrodynamic Cenobium."
HeinrixThe Interrogator nods without saying a word.
GovernorAfter an uncomfortably long pause, Medineh clears his throat and quickly turns to you.
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HeinrixHeinrix presses his lips into a thin line. "Not quite."
GovernorAfter an uncomfortably long pause, Medineh clears his throat and quickly turns to you.continues where this line first appears above
GovernorThen the governor notices Kibellah's clothes, and his eyes go wide. He adds, softly and cautiously, "This... woman, she is your bodyguard, I presume? Or is she here to..." He stops, choosing not to finish his question.
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Governor"I can't express how grateful I am for your help. Now that the insidious heretics' designs have been thwarted, nothing stands in the way of my plans or yours. With Aurora dead, the spirit of revolt is waning. Entire squads of rebels are surrendering. We are witnessing the final days of the uprising. I have already signed the order to allocate two thousand first-class voidfarers to you. Their transfer to your ship should begin any minute now."
Governor"I would also like to salute the saviour of Rykad Minoris and have already given the order for a celebration to be held in your honour. We will mark your victory with an ancient custom — the triumph. You will drive through the city streets accompanied by a guard of honour, as befits a hero/heroine who has vanquished the Imperium's enemies, while your trophies will be displayed to the jubilant crowds. Let me know once you have concluded your business in this system and are ready for the triumph to begin!" Governor Medineh is positively ablaze with enthusiasm.
YOU"I am ready for my triumph."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am not yet ready for the triumph. I still have not found a Navigator for my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business in this system."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
IdiraIdira shrieks and blindly reaches for the air in front of her. She rubs her eyes nervously. "Oh for grox sake! What the... Lord Captain, I... I can't see a thing! Only darkness. Pitch-black darkness."
GovernorThe governor chuckles nervously and fidgets with his collar. "Are you being facetious, ma'am?"
YOU"Idira, are you wounded?"
Idira"No, I'm quite all right. There's darkness... in my mind. But I haven't gone blind, no. It is the darkness that I see. It is the only thing I see."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."
GovernorMedineh breathes a sigh of relief. "You have no doubt been through a lot lately, ma'am. Small wonder your vision had a dim spell with all this shooting everywhere, let alone all these maimed and maddened insurgents. It will be all right. The festivities will distract you and you'll feel right as rain again!"
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YOU"Another prophecy?"
Idira"I have no idea. Darkness just enveloped me — bam! — like some kind of veil. But I've not gone blind, no. It is the darkness that I see. It is the only thing I see."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pay no attention, Governor. She's a little off her rocker."
Idira"Lord Captain, this is serious, take a psyker's word for it! Darkness has never shrouded me like this before. But I have not gone blind, no. It is the darkness that I see. It is the only thing I see."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Witch, you will abstain from your sorcery in front of the governor!"
Idira"Lord Captain, I didn't do it on purpose, it just happened! I've never been in such complete darkness before. I've not gone blind, no. I can see the darkness. And only the darkness."
Idira"No idea what that means, but the whole thing reeks, Lord Captain. I don't like the look of it in the sligh— oh!" Idira stares at her hands as if she has never seen them before. "It's gone."continues where this line first appears above