Vistenza Vyatt"That is enough, Your Lordship/Ladyship. I simply don't know what to make of your slavish adherence to this absurd notion! Really now, let us forget all this and return to discussing more serious matters..."
YOU"You are not saving Janus or improving it, Vistenza. You are destroying this world with your own hands."
GovernorVistenza's eyes narrow. "Forgive me for what I am about to say, Your Lordship/Ladyship, but you're lying! I am not blind — I can see how Janus is changing, how it is becoming tamer, more submissive to the will of Humanity!"
YOU"The will of Humanity, or the will of the Ruinous Powers? Vistenza, you are a strong ruler with exceptional aptitude and a talent for making people see things only as you wish. Have you never considered the possibility that someone could do the same to you?"
Vistenza Vyatt"I... I..." Vistenza falls silent — and then cries out suddenly, falling to her knees. You see a bloody stain seeping along her back.
GovernorThe companion behind Vistenza brandishes a curved blade. "Traitor! The Prince saw your treachery — you can die along with the Trader, Vistenza!"
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YOU"I have seen many transgressors like you who excuse their deeds with claims about their service to the Imperium. Do you know the difference between you and the truly righteous? Your fear of hardship and pain. It is only through them that we can tread His path. Confess, and I will show you how."
Vistenza Vyatt"I... I..." Vistenza falls silent — and then cries out suddenly, falling to her knees. You see a bloody stain seeping along her back.continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This world possesses a soul. A soul that your 'patron' is trying to destroy, and without which Janus will become barren."
Governor"What senseless, pseudoscientific claptrap..." Vistenza falls silent. "I may call Janus an unruly child at times, but a planet with a soul? A ridiculous notion..."
YOU"The will of Humanity, or the will of the Ruinous Powers? Vistenza, you are a strong ruler with exceptional aptitude and a talent for making people see things only as you wish. Have you never considered the possibility that someone could do the same to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have seen many transgressors like you who excuse their deeds with claims about their service to the Imperium. Do you know the difference between you and the truly righteous? Your fear of hardship and pain. It is only through them that we can tread His path. Confess, and I will show you how."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This world possesses a soul. A soul that your 'patron' is trying to destroy, and without which Janus will become barren."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yrliet's predecessor. Did you know another xenos came to you before Yrliet? Your retinue hid his coming from you so they could capture and sacrifice him."
Governor"Where did you hear that? Yes, it's true that from time to time I put on executions for a small circle of friends... Wait, I recall my confidante seeking permission to use the salon for some gathering or other. I thought she meant ideological discussions, not sacrifices!"
YOU"The will of Humanity, or the will of the Ruinous Powers? Vistenza, you are a strong ruler with exceptional aptitude and a talent for making people see things only as you wish. Have you never considered the possibility that someone could do the same to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have seen many transgressors like you who excuse their deeds with claims about their service to the Imperium. Do you know the difference between you and the truly righteous? Your fear of hardship and pain. It is only through them that we can tread His path. Confess, and I will show you how."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This world possesses a soul. A soul that your 'patron' is trying to destroy, and without which Janus will become barren."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yrliet's predecessor. Did you know another xenos came to you before Yrliet? Your retinue hid his coming from you so they could capture and sacrifice him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When was the last time you left the estate, Vistenza? Take one look at the jungles of Janus and you'll see that whatever you may have thought you were doing for the good of the planet, you are actually killing it!"
Governor"Jungles? The effects of the changes have gone that far? But by my assessment, the biomes should have been preserved intact for future arable land!"
YOU"The will of Humanity, or the will of the Ruinous Powers? Vistenza, you are a strong ruler with exceptional aptitude and a talent for making people see things only as you wish. Have you never considered the possibility that someone could do the same to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have seen many transgressors like you who excuse their deeds with claims about their service to the Imperium. Do you know the difference between you and the truly righteous? Your fear of hardship and pain. It is only through them that we can tread His path. Confess, and I will show you how."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This world possesses a soul. A soul that your 'patron' is trying to destroy, and without which Janus will become barren."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yrliet's predecessor. Did you know another xenos came to you before Yrliet? Your retinue hid his coming from you so they could capture and sacrifice him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When was the last time you left the estate, Vistenza? Take one look at the jungles of Janus and you'll see that whatever you may have thought you were doing for the good of the planet, you are actually killing it!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How much more proof do you need, Vistenza? That's enough! Renounce that vile sorcery while there is still hope!"
YOU"You will immediately put to death everyone connected with your sorcery, and you will strike this vile chapter from your mind forever! This is an order from your overlord, Vistenza!"
Governor"Betray my associates? Forget my duty to our family?" Vistenza's eyes burn like hot coals. "I'm sorry that you are unable to grasp the full greatness of the powers that have submitted to my will, Your Lordship/Ladyship. I am very, very sorry. Wardens! Kill the Rogue Trader!"
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YOU"I won't be able to change your mind, will I? Then I won't try."
Governor"What is it you want me to agree with, Your Lordship/Ladyship? That my transformation of Janus has been for nothing? Never!"
YOU"You are not saving Janus or improving it, Vistenza. You are destroying this world with your own hands."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Theodora knew about your 'inclination'?"
Governor"Did she know? She owned this planet for many decades, she probably did pick up on the local gentry's... quirks. But did she ask me outright, as you are doing now? No. Your predecessor was much more interested in supplies and tithes, which I provided without fail."
YOU"You are not saving Janus or improving it, Vistenza. You are destroying this world with your own hands."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Theodora knew about your 'inclination'?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have nothing to reproach you for. As long as the tithes are flowing into the Imperium's coffers and my own, I see no problem."
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Yrliet"Enough, mon-keigh!" Yrliet raises her weapon. "Kaela Mensha, guide my hand as it crushes evil!"
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Heinrix"A regrettable display of weakness, Rogue Trader." The air around Heinrix begins to crackle with electrical discharge. "In the name of the Inquisition, I sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."
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Argenta"But I do have something to reproach her for," says Argenta, her voice filled with cold fury. "No mercy to servants of the Archenemy!"
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Governor"Thank you, Your Lordship/Ladyship. Your wisdom and indulgence toward your inferiors do you credit as a member of the von Valancius dynasty."
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Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."
Governor"I must inform you that your methods of tracking down the rebels have drained our production facilities of workers. Those lost include not only the elderly and children, but also priceless experts who have now carried the secrets of their profession to the grave. I fear that all you can expect in the coming years are Imperial tithes and minimal provisions for your most important worlds."
Governor"I will issue all necessary instructions for the preparation of supplies. You will receive reports on the first results in the near future, [Name]."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"
Governor"A gang of serfs from the household of one of the nobles invited to the ceremony. All those involved are being interrogated as we speak." Vistenza purses her lips. "They could not have arranged all this without help from within the estate... that is to say, they are merely carrying out orders. As for the true culprits behind this, I fear they will not be found on the premises."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"
Governor"No, it was an ancient creation of Humanity. Our family relic — a personal displacer field generator." Vistenza touches her solar plexus. "According to Vyatt family lore, it has saved the lives of several members of my line, and most likely mine too, today."
YOU"Your prudence is commendable, Governor Vyatt."
GovernorVistenza inclines her head with dignity. "In troubled times, we rely not on the Emperor's goodwill alone, but on our own abilities as well."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"
Governor"You must be referring to Yrliet, our chief ally in the struggle against the rebels. I have turned a blind eye to her horrific mutations given the undoubted advantages she brings. You see, Yrliet comes from the local degenerate stock of this world and knows Janus like the back of her hand, so she has provided several leads as to where we can find bases and secret storehouses. Although I admit that at times I am tempted to send her away from the estate — her unnaturalness means that speaking with her always leaves me feeling uneasy. Such a gaunt, unfeminine figure, and so tall..."
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HeinrixHeinrix's expression shifts. "Did I hear you correctly, Governor Vyatt: you have a mysterious mutant on your estate at this very moment? One of prodigious height, slight build, and with a supernatural talent for shooting? Did the arrival of this helper never give you pause for thought?"
Governor"Allow me to make myself clear: to refuse Yrliet's help in our circumstances would have been incredibly rash. Yes, mutants are creatures abhorrent to the Emperor and they should be exterminated, but sometimes Humanity makes exceptions for those who can serve the Imperium..."
Heinrix"I am not concerned that your aide is a mutant. I am far more concerned that she may be nothing of the sort." Heinrix turns to you. "[Name]? I would like to meet this helper of Governor Vyatt's without delay. Out of professional interest."
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JaeJae leans forward curiously. "Gauntness of frame and tall stature are features common even among voidborn, my dear governor. That does not make them mutants. Then, pray, whatever do you find so disagreeable about this... Yrliet's appearance?"
GovernorVistenza cringes from the memories. "The strange movements. The strange looks. The abnormally large eyes on an unnaturally distorted face. The pointed ears..."
JaeJae raises an eyebrow meaningfully. "Do I have news for you, shereen... but it is for your ears only. I will tell you when we meet our mysterious new ally."
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Governor"If you wish to speak to Yrliet, you will find her outside in the orangery, most likely by the gazebo. She prefers to keep her distance from others."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"
Governor"Several months ago, uprisings broke out on Janus. I was not even notified at first: griping worms are for wardens to worry about. Alas, I only learned of what was happening after the miscreants began targeting noble families." Vistenza shakes her head. "And then it became apparent that what the Administratum's accounts had referred to as 'unrest,' were in fact organised attacks on infrastructure and society leaders!"
Governor"They have already brought 13 agri-complexes to a halt and have now moved on to assassination attempts. My wardens are doggedly tracking down the rebels, but their leaders are slipping from our grasp yet again."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"
Governor"Oh, they have their reasons, of course. Insufficient freedoms, restricted movement, disputes with local authorities... and those are only the ones that can be taken even slightly seriously. People do not like restrictions — especially if their ruler has already shown a certain leniency toward the rabble in the hope of encouraging greater productivity. There are those who confuse loyalty with weakness."
Governor"I recently began introducing a series of improvements to raise the planet's production output, and thereby reduce the side effects of soil cultivation. Imagine how the backward peasants react when their traditions and methods, unchanged over generations, suddenly disappear... Every change is greeted with pitchforks. I fear that someone is exploiting the rabble's short-sightedness as a means of striking at House Vyatt."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"
Governor"I risk angering you, Your Lordship/Ladyship, but this is nothing compared to shamelessly deceiving you. Let us consider the situation dispassionately: even the most talented logistics experts of the Administratum are unable to guarantee stable tithes when shuttles are wary of landing at the spaceport, and the terrified peasants are indulging a dangerous minority within their ranks. Until the usual order of things is restored on Janus, any trade is nigh impossible."
Governor"Considering what has occurred, your visit is a true blessing. You see, Janus does not have its own fleet. We could organise a planet-wide search, if we had ships at our disposal... ships like yours, Your Lordship/Ladyship! Perhaps you will find a way to support your subjects in their hour of need? I'm sure even approximate coordinates would be sufficient to have the ground forces and ship's crew work together to hunt down the enemy!"
YOU"I'm not interested in your excuses. Dealing with the rebels is your direct responsibility."
Governor"Of course, you are entitled to insist that the conflict be resolved locally. According to my council's report, perhaps in a couple of years... when the security services have been re-equipped and a surveillance void station has been established on the orbit... we can, attacks notwithstanding, produce enough to satisfy the tithe collectors." Vistenza sighs. "No doubt this answer displeases you. I do understand. But with our resources, it is the most likely scenario."
YOU"I'm not interested in your excuses. Dealing with the rebels is your direct responsibility."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You want me to go off and catch some rebels for you?"
Governor"Not quite, Your Lordship/Ladyship. My wardens are crushing the lowly saboteurs across the planet relentlessly, [Name], but it will be for naught unless their nests are destroyed. Someone is controlling the riffraff who are perishing in thoughtless escapades such as the one we witnessed today, and that someone could be hiding anywhere! You have resources and capabilities at your disposal the likes of which I could never hope to possess! Your ship alone is an unequalled asset for tracking down criminals beyond the borders of my influence."
YOU"I'm not interested in your excuses. Dealing with the rebels is your direct responsibility."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You want me to go off and catch some rebels for you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I promise you, Governor, I will hunt down the seeds of rebellion and heresy on your planet and burn them to ash."
GovernorConcern appears in Vistenza's eyes. "The r-resolve and valour of the von Valancius dynasty know no bounds. I am immeasurably thankful for your help!"
Governor"If any of those who attacked the estate had survived, then perhaps they could have been a valuable source of information... but you made an example of them for the rest of the foolish rabble." Vistenza glances at the vox. "Incidentally, I did overhear the wardens talking about some kind of stranger in the area. Besides that, we still do not know who let those reprobates into the estate — the person who did it might also know something."
Governor"I, as well as my retinue, are at your service. My secretary is checking the staff as we speak and removing all traces of the attack from the estate. An esteemed Magos, who is responsible for agronomic efforts on the planet, is also here — he happened to be visiting this week to deliver his personal report. And, of course, there is my aide in the war against the rebels, Yrliet. I have no doubt she will be delighted to share her knowledge of Janus with Your Lordship/Ladyship!"
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"
Governor"Yes and no, Your Lordship/Ladyship. If the question is: can such an expansive and fertile world as this one feed a few thousand void rats? Of course it can — we lose more provisions to gnawing pests every cycle than those on Footfall could eat in their entire lives. But can we ship said provisions to Footfall? Not a chance."
Governor"Any cargo shuttle that leaves the surface will be a target for attack — the rebels will not hesitate to bring it down, sending flaming debris over the capital. Our silos could become targets for sabotage — food could be poisoned or mined. The logistics of transporting supplies to Footfall will only be possible once the uprising has been completely crushed."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."
Governor"Magos Vinzelex is a very wise man, but his fixation on evolutionary processes seems a little extreme to me. Janus was heavily cultivated: forests were cleared and mountains razed across half of the planet. It is no surprise that we are still noticing the consequences of those changes."
Governor"It's possible that the plant mutations are connected to waste run-off from the harvesting equipment. And the changes in wildlife behaviour could be a reaction to the expansion of the cultivated area." Vistenza shakes her head with a laugh. "Are you surprised by my knowledge of the topic? Our whole dynasty has dedicated itself to taming Janus, this plentiful yet stubborn planet. Every member of the Vyatt bloodline is versed in the fundamentals of planetary engineering — and its consequences."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."
Governor"I don't deny it — some of our experiments exact a higher toll on the population than others... You see, recently one of the noble families of Janus has taken on the difficult task of enhancing the attributes of our workers. So far, it has involved introducing experimental supplements to their food and mental conditioning in monitored settlements. Sometimes procedures are disrupted and part of the population suffers from side effects... The specialists of the Gravaz family would be better placed to inform you on this topic, but alas, they are currently engaged in the field."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."
Governor"What? Really, [Name], you speak as if you actually believe the claims of those wretched peasants... I do not ask anyone to pay the tithes in human bodies. I am reducing the burden on the settlements which have suffered as a result of unsuccessful experiments involving enriched food, and I'm gathering the worst-affected subjects, those who are no longer capable of work, for further study. Some among my circle would call such concern for the underclass a weakness. A weakness which may have incited rebellion among the emboldened rabble."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."
Governor"I know to what you're referring — strange structures of an unknown material. For the prevention of any unfortunate accidents, I ordered the area to be declared out of bounds for all. Some things are better off left under a thick layer of dirt, beyond the grasp of even the enlightened minds of the Adeptus Mechanicus."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"
Governor"Quite right, Your Lordship/Ladyship, for the lacerax is found only here on Janus. Cybernetic beast fights were very popular on Idex, and Ruoldo took a large collection with him when he became Governor of Thassera. What a pity he was assigned to that backwater world — alas, communication between us was cut off as a result. I never met Ruoldo in person, but corresponding with him was a true pleasure."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."
GovernorVistenza leans forward. "Janus is a remarkable world, both in terms of its vast potential, and in terms of the work that was carried out to transform it into an agri-world. House Vyatt has ruled on Janus for many generations, and each new governor has without fail contributed to the planet's taming."
Governor"This world was once a wild planet, full of xenobeasts and utterly unsuitable for growing anything. To this day, despite our best efforts, Janus regularly rebels against us. Earthquakes, tsunamis, the emergence of new pests and weeds that invade the arable land... sometimes I cannot help but think that this world is endowed with consciousness — the consciousness of a capricious and stubborn child who likes to spoil everything that we have achieved!"
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"
Governor"Mainly, Helican flint corn and red turnip. Apart from that, in the southern hemisphere we have set aside vast tracts of land for the grox population. And, of course, I cannot fail to mention the several thousand acres of tilled land given over to cultivating fermentable fruit. For personal use and limited export."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"
Governor"If you are asking about those of our circle, then let me assure you, there are enough noble families on-world to keep boredom at bay. I frequently host guests, Your Lordship/Ladyship, and my servants arrange suitable entertainments — from parlour concerts to private executions of traitors who break Imperial law."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"
Governor"One of my ladies-in-waiting, Amelia. Amelia performs secretarial duties and helps me to remain in constant contact with those families who are most responsible for the productivity and prosperity of Janus. I trust my advisors implicitly, and over time Amelia has become not merely a faithful companion, but almost my shadow! Losing her would be like losing my right hand!" Vistenza laughs and gives Amelia an encouraging nod.
Maid of HonourAmelia drops into a low curtsy. "To bathe in the light of your greatness is a true honour, Rogue Trader!"
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."
Governor"Have you really, Your Lordship/Ladyship? And what have you learned?"
YOU"Everything, Vistenza. I know everything. And now you have one chance to beg for mercy."
Governor"Your Lordship/Ladyship! But... I have no idea what you're talking about!"
YOU"You stand accused of worshipping the Ruinous Powers, Vistenza."
Governor"By whom? Rebels? Those who tried to murder me? Are you really going to believe the foul words of those enemies of Humanity?"
YOU"I've already heard enough, Vistenza. But if you wish me to repeat myself — we know that your loyalty lies with the Ruinous Powers."
GovernorVistenza clenches her teeth so hard you hear a crack. "I, daughter of House Vyatt, Governor of Janus, and citizen of the Imperium, serve no one other than the Emperor and the von Valancius dynasty! And what... what you are accusing me of... is merely a tool at my disposal! A tool that I have the power and courage to use! Do you think ordinary methods would have been enough to tame this demented planet? No! My family struggled for decades to subdue Janus once and for all, and it was all in vain!"
Governor"But loyal servants of those families who have resided on Janus for centuries helped me to unlock a new source of power. Ancient knowledge secretly passed down from generation to generation, accessible to a select few, and which grants power over nature itself. How could I reject it? How could I undo all the work of my predecessors, who were entrusted with Janus, who faithfully served the von Valancius dynasty, and who with a madman's obsessiveness hewed this rock into a stunning diamond? Two days spent among the initiated was enough for me to start hearing the voices of angels in my ears — angels who gifted me the keys to conquering this world!"
Governor"And before you offend my ears with more accusations or moral admonitions... remember who has dutifully served your dynasty all these years. Remember who has devoted her life to turning Janus into the primary source of wealth in your protectorate. Remember to whom your predecessor entrusted one of her most valuable worlds, without fear of treachery or conspiracy! Without me, without my service, my sacrifice, Janus would be nothing!"
YOU"You are not saving Janus or improving it, Vistenza. You are destroying this world with your own hands."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Theodora knew about your 'inclination'?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have nothing to reproach you for. As long as the tithes are flowing into the Imperium's coffers and my own, I see no problem."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard enough. Continue on as you have been, Vistenza — let the powers under your control benefit the von Valancius dynasty."
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
GovernorVistenza bends down in a deep curtsy. "I knew you were a man/woman of reason, one who values loyal subjects. Long live the alliance of Vyatt and von Valancius!"
YOU"Let's move on to business now."
Governor"As you wish, Your Lordship/Ladyship. I am loath to mention it, but I am still under arrest, Your Lordship/Ladyship, and I will hardly be able to fulfil my duties under such conditions. I propose that, first and foremost, you deliver your final judgement on the degree to which I have wronged you and the manner of punishment..."
YOU"A couple of crates of the finest Janusian amasec will do for an apology, Madam Governor."
Governor"Well, in that case, I will immediately order the opening of my personal stores and I will furnish you with the best this world has to offer!"
Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forgiven. You may return to your duties."
Governor"Thank you, Your Lordship/Ladyship! Your mercy knows no bounds!"
Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tripled tithes to make up for my lost profits — that will be enough."
Governor"I will see that it is done, Your Lordship/Ladyship... but I must warn you that a burden of that magnitude will bleed Janus dry. I hope you will soon trade your fury for mercy."
Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A few dozen lashes will suffice. I'll leave you to make the arrangements. Once I receive the pict-report, you may return to your post."
GovernorVistenza turns white as a sheet. She barely manages to grit out the words through clenched teeth: "It... it w-will be done, Your Lordship/Ladyship."
Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Death, my dear. Did you really think there could be any other outcome?"
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"
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Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "My reason tells me it is safer to kill you after all. Sorry, it's nothing personal."
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"In the name of the Emperor, I, Rogue Trader of the von Valancius dynasty, sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will not allow a miscreant like you to continue wreaking evil!"
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
PasqalPasqal's vox emits a pensive hiss: "Behold, proof of why Knowledge must remain in the hands of the worthy. Many laypeople are capable of possessing it, but a wise mind that is not bound by oaths of obedience to the Omnissiah is vulnerable to corruption and freethinking. Even more vulnerable than the mind of an ignorant commoner."
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Cassia"An explanation unworthy of the world's governor." A thin line appears between Cassia's furrowed eyebrows. "You expect to be rewarded for faithful service and boast about a sacrifice you should never have made. The world has turned its back on you, Vistenza. And now, so has the God-Emperor."
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Jae"Oh, my dear governor, the only truly angelic voice on this world is going to roll like thunder right about..."
Argenta"Your wicked deeds will not go unpunished, heretic!"
Jae"...now. Like honey to one's ears, wouldn't you agree?"
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Yrliet"What more proof do you need, elantach? The mon-keigh has confessed to her handiwork."
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SolomorneSolomorne's jaw tenses, his cold and heavy gaze boring into the governor. "Guilty."
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YOU[Smile condescendingly] "Ah, I can see that you have not been to any half-decent parlours, Vistenza. Your ability to maintain a genteel facade is sorely lacking..."
GovernorVistenza clenches her teeth so hard you hear a crack. "I, daughter of House Vyatt, Governor of Janus, and citizen of the Imperium, serve no one other than the Emperor and the von Valancius dynasty! And what... what you are accusing me of... is merely a tool at my disposal! A tool that I have the power and courage to use! Do you think ordinary methods would have been enough to tame this demented planet? No! My family struggled for decades to subdue Janus once and for all, and it was all in vain!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It is beneath the dignity of a governor to squirm so pathetically, Vistenza."
YOU"You dare to lie to me, Vistenza?"
YOU"Everyone has their secrets, I suppose. Everything between us can remain as it was."
Governor"Thank you, Your Lordship/Ladyship. Your wisdom and indulgence toward your inferiors do you credit as a member of the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm sick of your games and secrecy. Die!"
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Then again... let's just leave things as they are."
Governor"Thank you, Your Lordship/Ladyship. Your wisdom and indulgence toward your inferiors do you credit as a member of the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm sick of your games and secrecy. Die!"continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
Yrliet"You have woven your web of deceit in vain — you can no longer hide behind the veil of ignorance. [Name] has seen the evidence of your deeds, heard the cries of the tormented Lilaethan, walked amidst the decay that you brought to the Maiden World. Enough of your lies, Chaos wretch!"
Governor"Yrliet!" Vistenza exclaims breathlessly. "How dare you, you filthy vermin! I will have you flayed for that outburst! Your Lordship/Ladyship, what is going on?"
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Heinrix"Let's not beat around the bush, Governor Vyatt. Extremely serious allegations have been levelled against you, which the Inquisition wishes to bring to your attention. Your actions, whether directly or indirectly, serve the purposes of the Archenemy."
Governor"How dare you! House Vyatt will not tolerate such insults within its walls!" Vistenza turns her head toward you with a pleading look. "Your Lordship/Ladyship!"
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Argenta"Enough lies and diversions. If there is even a grain — the barest shadow — of the dignity of the children of the Imperium left within you — confess now!"
Governor"You accuse me of deceit! I will not stand for it! Your Lordship/Ladyship, what is this about?"
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Solomorne"Playing the innocent victim will not work. Governor Vyatt, suspicions of heresy have been raised against you — you have exactly one opportunity to refute them."
Governor"You forget yourself, Proctor! It is not for you to accuse or condemn me in His Lordship/Her Ladyship's presence!" The governor gives you an entreating look. "Please, do not let this... this abuse stand!"
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Cassia"The colours are darting to and fro like startled shadows. The colours know... know that they are the veil that stands between the soul and the truth. If the veil falls, all will turn red and purple. Even now... I can already see the muted purple seeping through."
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YOU"Let's not waste time on meaningless chatter, Vistenza. You are a servant of the Archenemy."
GovernorVistenza gasps in astonishment. "What? No!"
YOU"I've already heard enough, Vistenza. But if you wish me to repeat myself — we know that your loyalty lies with the Ruinous Powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Smile condescendingly] "Ah, I can see that you have not been to any half-decent parlours, Vistenza. Your ability to maintain a genteel facade is sorely lacking..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It is beneath the dignity of a governor to squirm so pathetically, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You dare to lie to me, Vistenza?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everyone has their secrets, I suppose. Everything between us can remain as it was."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm sick of your games and secrecy. Die!"continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Xenos were the ones behind the rebellions. They're dead now."
Governor"Xenos? On Janus? What horror has been lurking right on our doorstep! I owe you a debt that cannot be repaid, Your Lordship/Ladyship!" Vistenza sweeps into a low bow before you.
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
Governor"Well, then. Now that the source of rebellious sentiment has been eliminated, I believe we can move on to other issues..."
YOU"You stand accused of worshipping the Ruinous Powers, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'd like to get back to talking about foodstuff supplies from Janus."
Governor"As you wish, Your Lordship/Ladyship. I am loath to mention it, but I am still under arrest, Your Lordship/Ladyship, and I will hardly be able to fulfil my duties under such conditions. I propose that, first and foremost, you deliver your final judgement on the degree to which I have wronged you and the manner of punishment..."continues where this line first appears above
Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "Yes, and the first order of business is disposing of inadequate servants!"
Governor"What? No! Wardens! Wardens!"
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YOU"Xenos were responsible for the uprisings. I let them live."
GovernorVistenza presses her whitened lips into a line. "I suppose you had strong justification for taking such a decision..."
YOU"You stand accused of worshipping the Ruinous Powers, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The strongest. I no longer have need of you, Vistenza."
Governor"What? No! Wardens! Wardens!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Crushing that scum is your responsibility. You will be able to manage that, I trust?"
GovernorVistenza gasps and immediately sinks into a bow. "Of course, Your Lordship/Ladyship!"
Governor"Well, then. Now that the source of rebellious sentiment has been eliminated, I believe we can move on to other issues..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"In the name of the Emperor, I, Rogue Trader of the von Valancius dynasty, sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will not allow a miscreant like you to continue wreaking evil!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"With your incompetence, you dishonour the very status of governor. In the name of the Emperor, I sentence you to death."
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The rebels were being manipulated by xenos. I wiped out those foul aliens, but I let the humans live."
GovernorVistenza presses her whitened lips into a line. "I suppose you had strong justification for taking such a decision..."
YOU"You stand accused of worshipping the Ruinous Powers, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The strongest. I no longer have need of you, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Crushing that scum is your responsibility. You will be able to manage that, I trust?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"In the name of the Emperor, I, Rogue Trader of the von Valancius dynasty, sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will not allow a miscreant like you to continue wreaking evil!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"With your incompetence, you dishonour the very status of governor. In the name of the Emperor, I sentence you to death."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is not your concern, Vistenza. You have a far worse problem to deal with."
Governor"What are you talking about, Your Lordship/Ladyship?"
YOU"You stand accused of worshipping the Ruinous Powers, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Never mind. I'd like to get back to talking about foodstuff supplies from Janus."
Governor"As you wish, Your Lordship/Ladyship. I am loath to mention it, but I am still under arrest, Your Lordship/Ladyship, and I will hardly be able to fulfil my duties under such conditions. I propose that, first and foremost, you deliver your final judgement on the degree to which I have wronged you and the manner of punishment..."continues where this line first appears above
Governor"Excellent! Let's not waste any more time, we should discuss what Janus can offer now that the problem with the rebels has been resolved."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I don't converse with heretics!"
Governor"What? No! Wardens! Wardens!"continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"
Governor"Much improved. My people are systematically purging settlements of any surviving rebels, and the nobility are doing everything possible to move beyond this dark page in our world's history and regain their proper good cheer — a crucial component for the prosperity of our precious Janus."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."
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YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
Cassia"I... I have never enjoyed such entertainments before." Cassia gives you a hopeful look, then casts her eyes down bashfully. "It is a terrible shame that we do not have time for parlour concerts. I grow quite tired of displays of bloodshed — it is the same scene practically every time we set down somewhere."
Jae"When we are back on Footfall, remind me, my crown-bearing and pallid-featured beauty, to take you to a 'concert' of sorts at a certain 'parlour.' With private dances and heady wines."
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YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
Yrliet"The mon-keigh cannot tame the Lilaethan." Yrliet's whisper is full of rage and undisguised contempt. "Your human breed have tortured this world for ages on end. Perverting it, trying to sculpt your own existence out of a planet that is already perfect. You are the only capricious and stubborn children here."
GovernorVistenza pays no mind to Yrliet's whispering. There are few people in this palace who are interested in the opinions of the help.
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YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
CassiaCassia nods in understanding. "Theobald and Felek tried to limit the effect my powers had on the lowborn servants of Eurac V. The station's laboratorums ran experiments on those who had the misfortune of losing their minds because of my gift. These tests increased our servants' lifespan... and then they joined Felek's side."
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YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
Jae"How refreshingly novel — the rich treating the common folk like dirt and coating it all with the best intentions." Jae's usual honeyed voice now grates like rusted metal.
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Solomorne"Why have you waited until now to report this? The Janus tithe includes people — if you think the Imperium has any interest in your so-called 'enhanced workers,' you are mistaken."
Governor"Do not worry, Proctor, I only transfer shipments of regular people to the Arbites. I know the law and would never dare incur your wrath."
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Eogunn"My colleague Nuncius is keenly interested in discussing the results obtained with our esteemed colleagues among the Magos Biologis... And I fervently support his initiative." The Manipulus looks intently at Vistenza. "After all, the metagenomic research is being conducted under the auspices of the Cult Mechanicus, is it not?"
Governor"Oh, your misgivings are entirely groundless, Genetor. The Gravaz family is well-versed in such intricacies and holds all the relevant clearances."
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YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
IdiraSlanting a look at Pasqal, Idira remarks lightly: "Looks like the sciences aren't only the preserve of the Adeptus Mechanicus. Doesn't that infringe on the authority of the esteemed Magos?"
Pasqal"This statement is true. But who do you suppose were her teachers? The Adeptus Mechanicus. All knowledge flows from us."
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YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
Jae"It really is embarrassing to admit that even Vladaym, may azhi take that man, is better at doing his job as Liege of Footfall than Lady Vyatt is at keeping her world in check."
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YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will get to the bottom of this. I'm sure the rebels will have something to say to the master/mistress of their world."
GovernorVistenza inclines her head. "I am immeasurably grateful for your assistance, Your Lordship/Ladyship."
Governor"If any of those who attacked the estate had survived, then perhaps they could have been a valuable source of information... but you made an example of them for the rest of the foolish rabble." Vistenza glances at the vox. "Incidentally, I did overhear the wardens talking about some kind of stranger in the area. Besides that, we still do not know who let those reprobates into the estate — the person who did it might also know something."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, if there are no competent people to be found on Janus, I shall have to handle this myself."
Governor"I assure you, as soon as the pilots stop being so wary of the ports, and workers no longer dread their next shift in the fields, Janus will promptly reinstate all supply shipments! I am immeasurably grateful for your help, Your Lordship/Ladyship!"
Governor"If any of those who attacked the estate had survived, then perhaps they could have been a valuable source of information... but you made an example of them for the rest of the foolish rabble." Vistenza glances at the vox. "Incidentally, I did overhear the wardens talking about some kind of stranger in the area. Besides that, we still do not know who let those reprobates into the estate — the person who did it might also know something."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, I'll track down these elusive fugitives myself. As for you, Vistenza, you will not be permitted to fail again. I am removing you from your post as governor of this planet and I am placing you under arrest. When I have finished with the rebels, I'll decide what to do with you."
GovernorVistenza lets out a ragged gasp as though she has been punched in the stomach. "Your Lordship/Ladyship! But... But I have served your dynasty faithfully and honestly, I have worked tirelessly to tame this unruly planet..." She stops herself from speaking any further and nods. "A-as you wish."
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YOU"I promise you, Governor, I will hunt down the seeds of rebellion and heresy on your planet and burn them to ash."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will get to the bottom of this. I'm sure the rebels will have something to say to the master/mistress of their world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, if there are no competent people to be found on Janus, I shall have to handle this myself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, I'll track down these elusive fugitives myself. As for you, Vistenza, you will not be permitted to fail again. I am removing you from your post as governor of this planet and I am placing you under arrest. When I have finished with the rebels, I'll decide what to do with you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You want me to go off and catch some rebels for you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I promise you, Governor, I will hunt down the seeds of rebellion and heresy on your planet and burn them to ash."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will get to the bottom of this. I'm sure the rebels will have something to say to the master/mistress of their world."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, if there are no competent people to be found on Janus, I shall have to handle this myself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, I'll track down these elusive fugitives myself. As for you, Vistenza, you will not be permitted to fail again. I am removing you from your post as governor of this planet and I am placing you under arrest. When I have finished with the rebels, I'll decide what to do with you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I expect my subjects to face danger shoulder to shoulder with me. Consider that next time before you press the button."
Governor"I..." Vistenza trails off, then folds her arms and nods. "Of course, Your Lordship/Ladyship."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Such intriguing technology. I wouldn't say no to something like that."
Governor"I am certain that your position will enable you to acquire so valuable and rare a relic as this in short order. I would recommend you do what generations of my family have done — implant it in your body so that you are never parted from it even for a minute." With greater emphasis this time, Vistenza again touches her solar plexus.
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
PasqalBlinking his visor, Pasqal remarks with a note of curiosity, "This object is of significant interest. I estimate the survivability of a removal procedure at 26 per cent."
GovernorThe governor takes no pains to hide the distaste that momentarily seeps into her voice: "'Removal procedure'... That's just another way of saying 'assassination attempt,' isn't it, esteemed Magos? If you shot me in the chest, the survivability would be about the same."
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YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor"Many agri-complexes were damaged in the bombing, and significant numbers of workers were killed. Some worker settlements were turned into craters... I fear that it will require a great deal of work to restore production to previous levels. But trust me — my underlings will make every effort to ensure that Janus is useful to your protectorate once more!"
Governor"I will issue all necessary instructions for the preparation of supplies. You will receive reports on the first results in the near future, [Name]."continues where this line first appears above
Governor"I will issue all necessary instructions for the preparation of supplies. You will receive reports on the first results in the near future, [Name]."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard enough. Continue on as you have been, Vistenza — let the powers under your control benefit the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"In the name of the Emperor, I, Rogue Trader of the von Valancius dynasty, sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will not allow a miscreant like you to continue wreaking evil!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have nothing to reproach you for. As long as the tithes are flowing into the Imperium's coffers and my own, I see no problem."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard enough. Continue on as you have been, Vistenza — let the powers under your control benefit the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"In the name of the Emperor, I, Rogue Trader of the von Valancius dynasty, sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will not allow a miscreant like you to continue wreaking evil!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm not going to waste my breath trying to persuade you. It's time to retire the Vyatt line!"
Governor"You made a mistake in thinking that anyone would come to your aid on my world! Servants, to me!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How much more proof do you need, Vistenza? That's enough! Renounce that vile sorcery while there is still hope!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You will immediately put to death everyone connected with your sorcery, and you will strike this vile chapter from your mind forever! This is an order from your overlord, Vistenza!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I won't be able to change your mind, will I? Then I won't try."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm not going to waste my breath trying to persuade you. It's time to retire the Vyatt line!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When was the last time you left the estate, Vistenza? Take one look at the jungles of Janus and you'll see that whatever you may have thought you were doing for the good of the planet, you are actually killing it!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How much more proof do you need, Vistenza? That's enough! Renounce that vile sorcery while there is still hope!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You will immediately put to death everyone connected with your sorcery, and you will strike this vile chapter from your mind forever! This is an order from your overlord, Vistenza!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I won't be able to change your mind, will I? Then I won't try."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm not going to waste my breath trying to persuade you. It's time to retire the Vyatt line!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yrliet's predecessor. Did you know another xenos came to you before Yrliet? Your retinue hid his coming from you so they could capture and sacrifice him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When was the last time you left the estate, Vistenza? Take one look at the jungles of Janus and you'll see that whatever you may have thought you were doing for the good of the planet, you are actually killing it!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How much more proof do you need, Vistenza? That's enough! Renounce that vile sorcery while there is still hope!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You will immediately put to death everyone connected with your sorcery, and you will strike this vile chapter from your mind forever! This is an order from your overlord, Vistenza!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I won't be able to change your mind, will I? Then I won't try."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm not going to waste my breath trying to persuade you. It's time to retire the Vyatt line!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Theodora knew about your 'inclination'?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have nothing to reproach you for. As long as the tithes are flowing into the Imperium's coffers and my own, I see no problem."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard enough. Continue on as you have been, Vistenza — let the powers under your control benefit the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"In the name of the Emperor, I, Rogue Trader of the von Valancius dynasty, sentence you, Vistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus, to death."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will not allow a miscreant like you to continue wreaking evil!"continues where this line first appears above
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GovernorVistenza wrinkles her nose. "I say this with infinite respect, Your Lordship/Ladyship, but your insolence is beginning to try even my patience."
YOU"I've already heard enough, Vistenza. But if you wish me to repeat myself — we know that your loyalty lies with the Ruinous Powers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Smile condescendingly] "Ah, I can see that you have not been to any half-decent parlours, Vistenza. Your ability to maintain a genteel facade is sorely lacking..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It is beneath the dignity of a governor to squirm so pathetically, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You dare to lie to me, Vistenza?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everyone has their secrets, I suppose. Everything between us can remain as it was."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Attack] "I'm sick of your games and secrecy. Die!"continues where this line first appears above
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GovernorVistenza Janus Vyatt ab Aram af Koronus is furiously swiping at a data-slate, issuing commands into a gilded vox. Upon seeing you, she hurriedly puts away her devices, smooths her skirt, and drops into a deep curtsy. "Your Lordship/Ladyship, accept my abject apologies for the reprehensible stunt that spoiled the reception! Even in my worst nightmares, I could never have imagined—"
YOU"I don't care about your apologies. I could have been killed!"
GovernorThe governor, trembling all over, bows her head even lower. "I assure you, Your Lordship/Ladyship, I would never... I beg you, give me the chance to prove my loyalty and explain myself..."
Maid of HonourVistenza's companion standing beside her also bends into a slavish bow, while reaching out to offer a reassuring touch to Vistenza's hand — who immediately draws it away.
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your local fuss is of no concern to me. I am in urgent need of provisions from Janus."
Maid of HonourVistenza shares a glance with her companion, who is standing beside her. The companion casts a quick, frightened look at you and hurriedly lowers her eyes.
GovernorVistenza sighs and throws up her hands. "Oh, Your Lordship/Ladyship, it would give me great pleasure to immediately demonstrate the productive might of Janus to you... but there are some issues."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Reprehensible stunt? I thought firing at moving targets was part of the ceremony!"
Maid of HonourThe woman standing next to Vistenza laughs delicately, but after a sharp sidelong look from the governor, she resumes her air of deferential sorrow.
Governor"Oh no, Your Lordship/Ladyship, I would never dare to deliberately endanger the heir of the illustrious von Valancius dynasty! However, I cannot but express my joy that you took some pleasure in what happened."
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You can stop apologising, Vistenza. I'm not offended."
Vistenza Vyatt"Thank you, Your Lordship/Ladyship. Believe me, I am infinitely sorry that the troubles of Janus have reached us even here, the most protected place on Janus."
Maid of HonourThe companion standing next to Vistenza respectfully bows her head. She is doggedly trying not to turn her head toward you, but it is obvious she is watching you through her lowered lashes.
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
GovernorShe flinches when she notices Kibellah standing at your side. "A death cultist? M-my, how unexpected... Must someone face severe punishment in the Emperor's name?"
Kibellah"Someone always does. As for who and when, the Undying One will tell." Kibellah responds with dignity, seemingly oblivious to how sinister her words sound.
end of branch
Governor"Esteemed Arbitrator! Was there an issue of some sort with the latest tithe shipment from Janus?"
Solomorne"The tithe was delivered in full, twenty planetary cycles ago. In other words, precisely on time, Governor Vyatt." There is no indication of approval in the Proctor's dry words. "I am here on other business."
end of branch
Entry point 4 of 5
Governor"Your Lordship/Ladyship has deigned to pay me a visit? To what do I owe the pleasure?"
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)
GovernorShe flinches when she notices Kibellah standing at your side. "A death cultist? M-my, how unexpected... Must someone face severe punishment in the Emperor's name?"
Kibellah"Someone always does. As for who and when, the Undying One will tell." Kibellah responds with dignity, seemingly oblivious to how sinister her words sound.
end of branch
Entry point 5 of 5
Governor"Greetings, Your Lordship/Ladyship! How may I be of assistance?"
YOU"Who is behind the assassination?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where did you go in the middle of the fight? Was that some kind of sorcery?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"One of your wardens helped us in battle. A superb shot. Who was it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's happening on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you aware of the reasons for the rebellion?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Janus fulfil its foodstuff supplies under current conditions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Footfall Station is on the verge of starvation. Can Janus supply the people there with provisions?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You neglected to mention the strange changes in the planet's flora and fauna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rumours have reached me about oddities among Janus's population..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are forcing settlements to pay their tithes in human bodies."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Tech-Priest mentioned ancient ruins belonging to the xenos."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I was recently on Thassera and saw laceraxes there. Those beasts were imported from Janus, weren't they?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about Janus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you grow on Janus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Even for an agri-world in the back of beyond, this place is a real dump. What do you all do here for fun — when you have free time, that is?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Nod toward her companion] "Who is this person standing next to you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I found the rebels' nest, Vistenza."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the situation on the planet?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I must take my leave."continues where this line first appears above
Governor(sequence)continues where this line first appears above