NaviRepresentative — Rogue Trader Dialogue Archive

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Regent AarontoThere is a pregnant pause. The regent stares at you as if trying to peer through the skin, muscle, and bone and see the darkest corners of your heart. "You are not wrong, Rogue Trader. If you are willing to take care of the child while we deal with our... problem — so be it."

Regent Aaronto"And now we must bid you farewell." Regent Aaronto gives Cassia one final look and then, with a trembling hand, directs the servants to head toward the exit.

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Regent Aaronto"Though House Orsellio may have suffered the pain of a schism, only we can protect the child from our brethren and lead her along the paths of enlightenment to the Novator's throne."

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."

Cassia"What are you saying, Rogue Trader? How could I—? I have never done anything like that!" Cassia's usually pale face flushes so deeply that even her ears turn red.

YOU"Is this not what your years of training were preparing you for? Now is the time to make your own decisions."

Cassia"I... Esteemed Regent, I will be staying with the Rogue Trader. It is time we moved from theory to practice, don't you think?"

Regent AarontoAir whistles out of the dark holes in the regent's face. His bulging eyes dart furiously between you and Cassia. "This time we are compelled to agree with you, child. But do not forget your duty — your burden will forever remain with you. We will allow you to gain experience in the company of Rogue Trader... for now. We must now take our leave. May the Emperor watch over your path."

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YOU"Of course, you cannot do it alone. But if you listen to my instructions, everything will be fine."

Cassia"I... Esteemed Regent, I will be staying with the Rogue Trader. It is time we moved from theory to practice, don't you think?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

Regent Aaronto"Under pirate law, Rogue Trader! We thought you a man/woman of honour!"

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

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YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

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YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

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YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."

Regent Aaronto"Calderon," says the regent, vaguely gesturing at his entourage, "is henceforth bound to you under a new contract on behalf of House Orsellio."

Regent Aaronto"Come, child. You should not stay where you are not welcome." The regent's eyes move from Cassia to you and he bids you farewell with a curt nod.

Cassia"Rogue Trader, I... will occasionally permit myself to reminisce about our voyages shrouded in azure mists and pink sparkles. Farewell."

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Cassia"If this is what Rogue Trader wants..." Cassia falters but a moment later squares her shoulders. "I will gladly resume my duties in House Orsellio. Farewell, [Name]."

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Cassia"I feared this moment would never come. Farewell, Rogue Trader. I will never forget the man/woman so tightly clad in steel and silver."

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YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, I... will occasionally permit myself to reminisce about our voyages shrouded in azure mists and pink sparkles. Farewell."

Regent Aaronto"May the God-Emperor watch over your protectorate, Rogue Trader. Farewell, for now we take our leave."

Regent AarontoUnhurriedly, the regent turns to Cassia and beckons: "Come, child. The destiny prepared for you by the stars must be fulfilled."

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Cassia"If this is what Rogue Trader wants..." Cassia falters but a moment later squares her shoulders. "I will gladly resume my duties in House Orsellio. Farewell, [Name]."

Regent Aaronto"May the God-Emperor watch over your protectorate, Rogue Trader. Farewell, for now we take our leave."continues where this line first appears above

Cassia"I feared this moment would never come. Farewell, Rogue Trader. I will never forget the man/woman so tightly clad in steel and silver."

Regent Aaronto"May the God-Emperor watch over your protectorate, Rogue Trader. Farewell, for now we take our leave."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

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Regent Aaronto"We are loath to flout the laws of honour, but having you as an adversary is something we would enjoy even less. For the sake of neutrality between our dynasties, we agree to your terms."

Regent Aaronto"And yet there is still one matter we need to discuss, Rogue Trader. As we said earlier, the child must return to the fold of her House. We hope you will be gracious enough to acquiesce."

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

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YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

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YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

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YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

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Cassia"N-no, I would never... Forgive me, Rogue Trader, but I refuse. I am a Navigator, not an executioner."

YOU"I sentence Lady Elina to two thousand years' imprisonment in the dungeon of the von Valancius dynasty."

Lady Navigator ElinaLady Elina bursts into hysterical laughter that is now utterly bereft of reason.

Cassia"Rogue Trader, allow me to ask what fate awaits the esteemed regent and the other members of my House."

YOU"I hereby dismiss all charges against Regent Aaronto."

Regent Aaronto"It pleases us to know that the enemies' schemes failed to harm relations between our dynasties. But tell us, what future awaits House Orsellio and the von Valancius protectorate?"

YOU"Let us sign a treaty of friendship and alliance between our dynasties."

Regent Aaronto"With great pleasure. Our emissary will contact yours and deliver the scrolls for your signature and seal. May the Emperor bless this new alliance!"

YOU"Let us sign a treaty of friendship and alliance between our dynasties."

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YOU"I wish to help House Orsellio solve their current problems."

Regent Aaronto"Hmmm." The regent's sagging skin quivers when he sighs. "It would be highly disrespectful of us to refuse the aid of a Rogue Trader. We, Aaronto Orsellio, do hereby accept your offer. If you will allow, we shall discuss the details later."

YOU"Let us sign a treaty of friendship and alliance between our dynasties."

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YOU"I wish to help House Orsellio solve their current problems."

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YOU"What about an exchange of culture and technology?"

Regent Aaronto"Theodora von Valancius was a very open-minded woman, but sagacious Tisiphone did not support many of her... endeavours. And neither should we. We are afraid House Orsellio will have to refuse the Rogue Trader's offer."

YOU"Let us sign a treaty of friendship and alliance between our dynasties."

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YOU"I wish to help House Orsellio solve their current problems."

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YOU"What about an exchange of culture and technology?"

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YOU"I would like to discuss the Lady Navigator's future now."

Regent Aaronto"As we said earlier, the child must return to the fold of her House. We hope you will be gracious enough to acquiesce."

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

Regent Aaronto"Under pirate law, Rogue Trader! We thought you a man/woman of honour!"

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

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YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."

Regent Aaronto"Calderon," says the regent, vaguely gesturing at his entourage, "is henceforth bound to you under a new contract on behalf of House Orsellio."

Regent Aaronto"Say your farewells, child. Should you ever see the Rogue Trader again, it will be as the Novator of House Orsellio."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, I... will occasionally permit myself to reminisce about our voyages shrouded in azure mists and pink sparkles. Farewell."

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Cassia"I feared this moment would never come. Farewell, Rogue Trader. I will never forget the man/woman so tightly clad in steel and silver."

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Cassia"If this is what Rogue Trader wants..." Cassia falters but a moment later squares her shoulders. "I will gladly resume my duties in House Orsellio. Farewell, [Name]."

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YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

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YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

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YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

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YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

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YOU"I would like to discuss the Lady Navigator's future now."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"What about an exchange of culture and technology?"

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YOU"I would like to discuss the Lady Navigator's future now."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I wish to help House Orsellio solve their current problems."

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YOU"What about an exchange of culture and technology?"

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YOU"I would like to discuss the Lady Navigator's future now."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I hereby proclaim Regent Aaronto Orsellio guilty of what happened."

Regent AarontoAaronto Orsellio stands as tall as his aged, crooked spine will allow and looks at you with a proud unblinking gaze. "What does this mean for us, Rogue Trader?"

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I could forget about what happened if House Orsellio publicly proclaimed an alliance between our dynasties."

YOU"Henceforth, representatives of House Orsellio are forbidden to navigate ships within the limits of the von Valancius protectorate."

Regent Aaronto"Your demands are outrageous, but we cannot claim they are ill-founded. We accept your terms, but the treaty of friendship we previously offered is hereby withdrawn."

YOU"Share information about the influential persons your House is working with, and I will turn a blind eye to what happened."

YOU"I no longer wish to do business with House Orsellio. Take Cassia and get off my world."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, I... will occasionally permit myself to reminisce about our voyages shrouded in azure mists and pink sparkles. Farewell."

Regent Aaronto"Come, child. You should not stay where you are not welcome." The regent's eyes move from Cassia to you and he bids you farewell with a curt nod.

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Cassia"I feared this moment would never come. Farewell, Rogue Trader. I will never forget the man/woman so tightly clad in steel and silver."

Regent Aaronto"Come, child. You should not stay where you are not welcome." The regent's eyes move from Cassia to you and he bids you farewell with a curt nod.continues where this line first appears above

Cassia"If this is what Rogue Trader wants..." Cassia falters but a moment later squares her shoulders. "I will gladly resume my duties in House Orsellio. Farewell, [Name]."

YOU"I hereby sentence your delegation to death — let this be a lesson to all in House Orsellio."

Regent Aaronto"You must be insane if you think we will allow this. Close ranks!"

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Cassia"Don't you dare! This is my House, my family!"

Regent Aaronto"Hide behind us, child, and we will protect the future of our House! Onward, descendants of Orsellio! For the child, for Tisiphone, for our dynasty!"

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YOU"Lady Elina will be the first Navigator to be transformed into a servitor."

Regent Aaronto"Unthinkable! It would be a disgrace for House Orsellio! We urge the Rogue Trader to reconsider the sentence — how is this not a grave insult to the Navis Nobilite?"

YOU"The sentence will be carried out."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, allow me to ask what fate awaits the esteemed regent and the other members of my House."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Change the sentence]

Lady Navigator ElinaElina watches you with hatred, unable to change her fate in any way.

YOU"I sentence Lady Elina to two thousand years' imprisonment in the dungeon of the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Elina will be the first Navigator to be transformed into a servitor."

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YOU"Lady Elina will make a remarkable servo-skull."

Regent Aaronto"Unthinkable! It would be a disgrace for House Orsellio! We urge the Rogue Trader to reconsider the sentence — how is this not a grave insult to the Navis Nobilite?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Cassia, I ask you to do your duty as the custodian of the Atlas of House Orsellio."

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Cassia"I... I am not sure my Atlas truly is the one that once belonged to Her Ladyship Tisiphone."

Regent Aaronto"What are you saying, child? Isn't that what we, the Great Regent, have taught you since the very day of your birth?"

CassiaCassia frowns and touches the stone that is heating up under her skin. "Even if I wanted to carry out the execution personally... The traitor's artefact is limiting my powers."

Lady Navigator ElinaElina gives a satisfied chuckle. "At least Felek did one thing right."

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YOU"Lady Elina will be publicly executed — I will personally carry out the sentence."

Lady Navigator Elina"What an honour. I must give credit where credit is due, at least you bothered to listen to me. Good luck with the monster, Rogue Trader."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, allow me to ask what fate awaits the esteemed regent and the other members of my House."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Elina will make a remarkable servo-skull."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, I ask you to do your duty as the custodian of the Atlas of House Orsellio."

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YOU"Lady Elina will be publicly executed — I will personally carry out the sentence."continues where this line first appears above

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Regent Aaronto"There is no need to spill noble blood, Rogue Trader. We are outnumbered and understand our position all too well. We will take our leave of you for now... only for now. But try to hide the child from us in the future, and there will be trouble."

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Entry point 6 of 16

Regent Aaronto"We will not move an inch until the child is returned to the House. To battle!"

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Regent Aaronto"Though House Orsellio may have suffered the pain of a schism, only we can protect the child from our brethren and lead her along the paths of enlightenment to the Novator's throne."

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Regent Aaronto"Though House Orsellio may have suffered the pain of a schism, only we can protect the child from our brethren and lead her along the paths of enlightenment to the Novator's throne."

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

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YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

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YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

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Regent Aaronto"We fear that honour will not allow us to betray our allies in such a contemptible manner."

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I could forget about what happened if House Orsellio publicly proclaimed an alliance between our dynasties."

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YOU"Henceforth, representatives of House Orsellio are forbidden to navigate ships within the limits of the von Valancius protectorate."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Share information about the influential persons your House is working with, and I will turn a blind eye to what happened."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I no longer wish to do business with House Orsellio. Take Cassia and get off my world."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I hereby sentence your delegation to death — let this be a lesson to all in House Orsellio."continues where this line first appears above

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Entry point 11 of 16

CassiaAn unkindly light glints in Cassia's eyes: "Very well... Considering the circumstances, I will use the power..."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, allow me to ask what fate awaits the esteemed regent and the other members of my House."continues where this line first appears above

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Regent Aaronto"With great pleasure. Our emissary will contact yours and deliver the scrolls for your signature and seal. May the Emperor bless this new alliance!"

Regent Aaronto"Nevertheless, we must remind you that this is a... turbulent time for House Orsellio. We are delighted to be allies of the Rogue Trader, but until our internal and external conflicts are resolved, our capacity for assisting you will be limited."

YOU"I can live with that."

Regent Aaronto"It is settled, then." Aaronto shifts his unblinking gaze to Cassia.

YOU"I wish to help House Orsellio solve their problems."

Regent Aaronto"It is settled, then." Aaronto shifts his unblinking gaze to Cassia.continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I knew this would be the best you could do."

Regent Aaronto"It is settled, then." Aaronto shifts his unblinking gaze to Cassia.continues where this line first appears above

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Regent AarontoThe Navigator cocks his head. "I am afraid we, the Great Regent Aaronto, must respectfully decline your offer. House Orsellio has enough... problems of its own. I am afraid adding allies' troubles would be too great a burden for us at present."

YOU"It is your loss."

Regent AarontoRegent Aaronto stares through you unblinkingly as though you have not spoken.

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I could forget about what happened if House Orsellio publicly proclaimed an alliance between our dynasties."

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YOU"Henceforth, representatives of House Orsellio are forbidden to navigate ships within the limits of the von Valancius protectorate."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Share information about the influential persons your House is working with, and I will turn a blind eye to what happened."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I no longer wish to do business with House Orsellio. Take Cassia and get off my world."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I hereby sentence your delegation to death — let this be a lesson to all in House Orsellio."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"What if I solve your problems?"

Regent Aaronto"As for the treaty of friendship between our dynasties... Our emissary will contact yours and deliver the scrolls for your signature and seal. And may the Emperor bless this new alliance!"

YOU"You were given a chance to resolve the issue amicably, Regent."

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Regent AarontoA tall, wizened old man proudly stares at you with milky, unblinking eyes. Loose skin sways with his every move, as if the Navigator's flesh has detached from his bones. An unsightly hole mars the regent's face where his nose should be, and the old man's skull is covered with spiky growths.

Regent Aaronto"Rogue Trader," the regent's piercing voice cuts through the silence, "on behalf of House Orsellio, we would like to express our immense satisfaction at this meeting — and our gratitude for the warm welcome. It pleases us to know there are still lords/ladies in the Koronus Expanse who observe etiquette and the traditions of hospitality."

Regent Aaronto"And yet this is not why we are here. Our Grace is obliged to note how much the Rogue Trader has done for House Orsellio by protecting its beloved child. We waited for many turns to behold her radiant visage." The regent shifts his unblinking gaze to Cassia. "Come now, child. There is much we need to discuss."

Cassia"I..." Cassia steps forward, but then stops and looks at you.

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CassiaCassia smiles faintly and addresses the regent: "Esteemed Regent, it pleases me to see the gleaming sheen of gold and turquoise above your brow. It is thanks to the efforts of the Rogue Trader that I stand here today, and there is so much I want to tell you... But what is it you desire to hear most?"

Regent Aaronto"We know what happened at the station, child. Your connection to the Atlas has grown so strong, we felt the turmoil in your soul — and the events that transpired... have shaken us."

Regent Aaronto"House Orsellio is deeply grateful to the Rogue Trader for the destruction of the saboteurs, and we are willing to reciprocate such a magnanimous gesture. We trust that a treaty of friendship and alliance underpinned by the transfer of several artefacts of exceeding rarity will suffice. Now come, child, it is time we depart for your new home so that we may finish what we started."

Cassia"The tedium of waiting for this moment, you cannot imagine."

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

Regent Aaronto"Unthinkable!"

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YOU"I dare not refuse the will of House Orsellio's regent."

Regent Aaronto"We appreciate your goodwill..."

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YOU"Cassia, I would be honoured if you decided to stay."

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Cassia"You are correct, it is time for me to do my duty to the House." Cassia gives you an uncertain look, as if seeking your approval.

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

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YOU"I dare not refuse the will of House Orsellio's regent."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Cassia, I would be honoured if you decided to stay."continues where this line first appears above

Cassia"Esteemed Regent, perhaps I could continue my education while still accompanying the Rogue Trader on his/her travels? Just imagine how much I could learn beyond the bounds of..." Cassia notices the regent's furious glare and falls short.

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

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YOU"I dare not refuse the will of House Orsellio's regent."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Cassia, I would be honoured if you decided to stay."continues where this line first appears above

Regent Aaronto"House Orsellio is deeply saddened by the passing of Theobald Thrice-Pioneer Orsellio — and at the hand of the Rogue Trader, no less! It is regrettable that the holder of a sacred Warrant chose to deprive the Imperium of one Navigator's eye." The regent grimaces. "Now come, child, it is time we departed for your new home, so that we may finish what we started."

Cassia"The tedium of waiting for this moment, you cannot imagine."

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Cassia"You are correct, it is time for me to do my duty to the House." Cassia gives you an uncertain look, as if seeking your approval.

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Regent AarontoReddish brown splotches cover the regent's face. "We do not wish to discuss the transgressions of the Rogue Trader — this is not the time or the place. That [Name] von Valancius chose to side with the most despicable renegades among the Navis Nobilite and caused the demise of our brother Theobald Thrice-Pioneer... Well, we will overlook that in exchange for your rescue, child. Now come, it is time we departed for your new home, so that we may finish what we started."

Cassia"You are correct, it is time for me to do my duty to the House." Cassia gives you an uncertain look, as if seeking your approval.

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Cassia"The tedium of waiting for this moment, you cannot imagine."

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YOU"As long as the Lady Navigator remains under my protection, I will speak on her behalf."

RepresentativeThe regent pensively scratches his scant beard with webbed fingers. "I suppose we can tolerate that. After all, it was you who rescued the child. If so, tell us — what exactly happened on Eurac V?"

YOU"The station was caught in an internal war between your Navigators, but that's not all. They attacked me and my companions!"

Regent AarontoRegent Aaronto nods slowly. "In that case, House Orsellio is deeply indebted to the Rogue Trader, and we are willing to reciprocate such a magnanimous gesture. We trust that a treaty of friendship and alliance underpinned by the transfer of several artefacts of exceeding rarity will suffice."

Regent Aaronto"Now come, child, it is time we departed for your new home, so that we may finish what we started." He stretches out his withered hand, covered with translucent leathery membranes, toward Cassia.

YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."

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YOU"I dare not refuse the will of House Orsellio's regent."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Cassia, I would be honoured if you decided to stay."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"The renegades among your people seized control of the station and tried to kill the Lady Navigator. They didn't get away with it."

YOU"The station was full of madmen. I butchered everyone who dared threaten my life."

Regent Aaronto"Rogue Trader." The regent's sagging lips twist in a condescending sneer. "We hope the von Valancius protectorate finds its bearings soon and you astound us with functions every bit as grand as those of your peers."

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Regent Aaronto"Rogue Trader, House Orsellio humbly asks for your lenience and forgiveness. We could not even imagine these... vile rats could be scurrying among our ranks. As for them sneaking into the Rogue Trader's palace and staging an unthinkable crime... God-Emperor be our witness, the accursed renegades seek to spark a feud between our houses!"

Regent Aaronto"Allow us to offer you compensation worthy of a Rogue Trader, as a gesture of friendship and an apology for any unpleasantness."

YOU"Your people attacked me in my home. Give me one good reason not to execute you on the spot."

Regent Aaronto"You do not want a war with a Navis Nobilite House, Rogue Trader. We could achieve much more as allies. House Orsellio is an injured party in this, just as you are. The renegades infiltrated our ranks, weakened us, implicated us before the Rogue Trader, and almost killed the most precious thing we have — our noble child! Do you really think we wished death upon the one who is destined to lead our House to greatness?"

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."

Regent Aaronto"They are madmen who seek to destroy the centuries-old traditions of our great House, so carefully nurtured by the previous Novator Tisiphone Orsellio. They deem the century of her rule a tyranny, and our most sacred relic a curse that must be destroyed. Fools! If the Atlas were to be destroyed, the whole of House Orsellio would follow it into oblivion!"

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

Regent Aaronto"They dread its power, for only a Novator can fully grasp the mysteries and harness the power of the Starway Atlas! What the renegades call a leash, we call a guiding star."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"

Regent Aaronto"Everyone in the House knows the child is the keeper of the one true Starway Atlas, which once belonged to our great Novator Tisiphone Orsellio. The ungrateful wretches secretly hated Her Grace, and when... Tisiphone abdicated her responsibilities and set off for parts unknown, they staged a revolt to destroy her successor."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

Regent Aaronto"We believe it with all our heart! The Novator spent many cycles on the world where the child was born. It is said that everyone who witnessed the miracle of her birth simultaneously departed for a destination known only to the Novator. Tisiphone gave the order and followed them soon after, leaving her precious gift, the Atlas, to Cassia and therefore marking her as her successor."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

Regent AarontoThe regent stays silent and then replies. "To call your statement false would be a lie. For many years, we managed to maintain the fragile balance within our House, but then... The Novator's departure shook the faith of many."

Regent Aaronto"The treasury is empty, the Navigators are scattered, the warp routes are scrambled, and many of our allies cannot be reached. Which is why it is so important to complete the child's education — it is Cassia's duty to take Tisiphone's place and lead the House to prosperity. Such is her great destiny!"

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"

Regent Aaronto"A special gift for a special child. She was born with it and grew up under its influence. The instability... sometimes hampered her education, but we learned to prevent most outbursts. As long as the child remains calm and remains in seclusion, the powers cannot take hold of her mind."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

Regent Aaronto"We would be honoured to hear your thoughts on the matter."

YOU"I will accept the compensation you have offered."

Regent AarontoThe regent nods curtly. "We will arrange for the items to be delivered as soon as possible."

YOU"However, I still hold House Orsellio and you, Regent, personally responsible."

Regent AarontoAaronto Orsellio stands as tall as his aged, crooked spine will allow and looks at you with a proud unblinking gaze. "What does this mean for us, Rogue Trader?"

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I could forget about what happened if House Orsellio publicly proclaimed an alliance between our dynasties."

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YOU"Henceforth, representatives of House Orsellio are forbidden to navigate ships within the limits of the von Valancius protectorate."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Share information about the influential persons your House is working with, and I will turn a blind eye to what happened."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I no longer wish to do business with House Orsellio. Take Cassia and get off my world."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I hereby sentence your delegation to death — let this be a lesson to all in House Orsellio."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will dismiss the charges against House Orsellio for what transpired."

Regent Aaronto"It pleases us to know that the enemies' schemes failed to harm relations between our dynasties. But tell us, what future awaits House Orsellio and the von Valancius protectorate?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Allow me to decline the compensation. House Orsellio needs its resources now more than ever."

Regent AarontoThe regent acknowledges your words with a nod and waits for you to continue.

YOU"However, I still hold House Orsellio and you, Regent, personally responsible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will dismiss the charges against House Orsellio for what transpired."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You are sorely mistaken if you think you're getting away with only compensation."

Regent AarontoAaronto Orsellio stands as tall as his aged, crooked spine will allow and looks at you with a proud unblinking gaze. "What does this mean for us, Rogue Trader?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I do not care for your pitiful compensation! House Orsellio will pay for this insolence in blood!"

Cassia"Don't you dare! This is my House, my family!"

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Regent Aaronto"You must be insane if you think we will allow this. Close ranks!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"You stood aside as your people — these so-called renegades — attacked! How is that not treason?"

Representative"A ridiculous claim! In the heat of battle, your servants would not have paused to consider who was truly to blame! We would have been cut down next to the traitors if we'd so much as reached for our weapons!"

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Come now, Regent. You proved your innocence."

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"How do I know your words are not just another trap?"

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I believe you, Regent Aaronto. And yet this is now the second attempt that has been made on Cassia's life. I need answers."

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

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Lady Navigator ElinaThe unnaturally bulbous eyes of the Navigator constantly shift between you and Cassia. Black secretions run down her cheeks instead of tears, leaving unsightly streaks.

Lady Navigator Elina"I, Elina-Hatteria of House Orsellio, swear to tell the Rogue Trader nothing but the truth, may the God-Emperor be my witness."

Regent Aaronto"Pathetic..."

YOU"Regent Aaronto, representatives of your House made an attempt on Lady Cassia's life and attacked a Rogue Trader."

YOU"Be that as it may, you are responsible for the actions of your people. Give me one good reason not to execute you on the spot."

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

Regent Aaronto"They dread its power, for only a Novator can fully grasp the mysteries and harness the power of the Starway Atlas! What the renegades call a leash, we call a guiding star."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"

YOU"Tell me more about the renegades."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

Regent AarontoThe regent acknowledges your words with a nod and waits for you to continue.

YOU"Regent Aaronto, representatives of your House made an attempt on Lady Cassia's life and attacked a Rogue Trader."

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YOU"I would like to speak to the regent again."

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Elina, what do you have to say in your defence?"

Lady Navigator Elina"I do not know what it is you wish to learn, but I will start from the very beginning. A long time ago, Tisiphone ascended to the throne of Orsellio — she was a daring Novator who brought part of the House to the Expanse, hoping to strengthen our position in the Imperium. The House prospered but Tisiphone was never satisfied — she went mad in her pursuit of power, seeking more influence, more control, and she saw enemies everywhere, even among her loyal followers."

Lady Navigator Elina"Paranoia was slowly driving Tisiphone insane, and one day she created the Starway Atlas — a relic that is implanted in our bodies at birth. A noose around our necks. Our gift and our damnation. Tisiphone used the Atlas to control us, subdue our will, and mould our thoughts. If anyone put a toe out of line, she killed them with a glance."

Lady Navigator Elina"At first many branches of House Orsellio tried to resist her tyranny — and Tisiphone cut them down with extreme brutality. For example, the entire Setthala branch was destroyed simply because its leaders asked too many questions about the Atlas and wanted to know the truth about its creation."

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

Lady Navigator ElinaElina clicks her tongue loudly. "Regent Aaronto is guilty of mass killings, intimidation, inhuman torture, abetting Tisiphone, and raising her heir. His crimes are many, but this one is not among them. I'd love to see his head on the chopping block, but honour prohibits me from slandering him in a trial before the Rogue Trader."

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"

Lady Navigator Elina"Tisiphone's madness weakened the dynasty, and not long ago the Novator vanished — indeed, her loyal followers lie when they say she chose to retire. The truth is that nobody knows the truth. I hope she is rotting away on one of her secret worlds," Elina finishes with a sneer.

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"

Lady Navigator Elina"Tisiphone passed her Atlas on to her successor before fleeing the House — to a newborn child! We could not surrender the throne to the tyrant's creature. Tisiphone was cunning and treacherous, she must have hatched the entire plan beforehand — her disappearance, the child, the transfer of the leash. We feared that one day she would be reborn in Cassia's body. And we could not let that happen."

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

Lady Navigator Elina"Largely yes, but there is more. Have you never felt pure, unadulterated disgust while standing close to her? Or perhaps fury, or fear? Who but a monster would manipulate the minds and feelings of others? Even more so than Tisiphone herself did?"

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"

Lady Navigator Elina"Tisiphone always had plenty of opponents, but we were afraid to trust one another — any of us could be spying for her followers. We saved our strength and dealt the first blow five years after the heir was born, striking at one of the estates on Ir-T-Vi. But the girl survived, and Regent Aaronto hid her so far away and guarded so thoroughly it took us another thirteen years to find her."

Lady Navigator Elina"And then another two to get into the regent's good graces and reach Eurac V. Now Cassia is in the spotlight and the House council is about to put her on the throne — surely there is no better time to cut off the serpent's head?"

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

Lady Navigator Elina"The Rogue Trader now knows about the regent's atrocities — and the girl's corruption. I hope I succeeded in warning you about the danger that lurks within Cassia Orsellio."

YOU"Regent Aaronto, representatives of your House made an attempt on Lady Cassia's life and attacked a Rogue Trader."

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YOU"I would like to speak to the regent again."

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YOU"Lady Elina, what do you have to say in your defence?"

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YOU"Lady Elina, answer my questions."

Lady Navigator Elina"I swore to tell nothing but the truth."

YOU"So you admit Regent Aaronto was not aware of the assassination attempt?

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, you too are an injured party in this. What would you do in my place?"

Cassia"If I may speak, so many dirty colours have poured from the mouths of those present that I feel covered in filth from head to toe. I... As the future Novator, I want to bleach them, purify them, and let them go! Heed me — I am the one to blame for what happened today! And I accept full responsibility for the actions of my House." Cassia speaks bravely and openly, though her hands are shaking a little.

Lady Navigator Elina"Vile wretch! Who do you think you are? Will you now start killing those who have displeased you as Tisiphone did before you?" The fury on Elina's face gives way to desperation once she realises what she just said. She slowly reaches for the Atlas embedded in her chest, looking at Cassia with obvious fear.

Regent Aaronto"Hear us, child. This burden is too heavy for you to shoulder alone. You are not yet ready..."

Cassia"I implore you... To settle this conflict, I offer the Rogue Trader a hundred-year contract with House Orsellio, committing us to charting the shortest and safest routes for the von Valancius protectorate within the Koronus Expanse. I will also remain aboard the Rogue Trader's vessel and assist him/her until he/she decides otherwise. Or until duty to the House summons me to the Novator's seat."

YOU"What are you going to do to Lady Elina?"

Cassia"The esteemed regent will put Lady Elina and her people in one of our family gaols. She is a House Orsellio Navigator, after all. There is no need for our precious blood to be spilt."

Lady Navigator ElinaLady Elina stares at Cassia incredulously with bulging eyes but remains silent. Her hand restlessly caresses the spot where her Atlas is embedded.

YOU"What are you going to do to Lady Elina?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept your offer, Lady Cassia."

CassiaCassia smiles — you have never seen her so open or so radiant. "Thank you, [Name]... I mean, Rogue Trader."

Regent AarontoRegent Aaronto remains silent for a long while. "So be it. We failed to notice that our child had grown up and become strong. You may stay with the Rogue Trader until the House summons you — his/her influence is... anomalous, but it has served to bring out blessed Tisiphone's most precious talent — the talent of leadership."

Regent Aaronto"Rogue Trader, we are now bound by the terms of the contract. Your representatives may contact House Orsellio at any time, and we will respond. And one more thing... Protect the child like the apple of your eye. Remember that you have the future Novator of a Navis Nobilite House aboard your vessel."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, who told you that you were needed aboard my ship?"

Cassia"I... I thought you needed a Navigator. If you do not," Cassia says, her face hardening in an instant, "it will be my pleasure to leave with the esteemed regent."

YOU"What are you going to do to Lady Elina?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept your offer, Lady Cassia."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Cassia, who told you that you were needed aboard my ship?"

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YOU"Thank you for your input, Lady Cassia. I will consider whether I should accept your offer."

CassiaCassia nods curtly.

YOU"Regent Aaronto, representatives of your House made an attempt on Lady Cassia's life and attacked a Rogue Trader."

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YOU"I would like to speak to the regent again."

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YOU"Lady Elina, what do you have to say in your defence?"

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YOU"Lady Elina, answer my questions."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, you too are an injured party in this. What would you do in my place?"

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — we will sign the contract and the Navigators will be free to leave Dargonus."

CassiaCassia smiles — you have never seen her so open or so radiant. "Thank you, [Name]... I mean, Rogue Trader."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — the instigator of the attack will be executed, and House Orsellio will pay compensation to the von Valancius dynasty."

CassiaCassia smiles — you have never seen her so open or so radiant. "Thank you, [Name]... I mean, Rogue Trader."

Lady Navigator ElinaLady Elina bursts into hysterical laughter that is now utterly bereft of reason.

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YOU"I am ready to deliver my judgement."

CassiaCassia watches you closely, holding her hands in a gesture of prayer.

YOU"I hereby dismiss all charges against Lady Elina-Hatteria."

Lady Navigator Elina"What?"

Regent Aaronto"What does this mean, Rogue Trader? Did she not admit her guilt?"

YOU"House Orsellio must be purged. I am surrendering Cassia to Lady Elina's custody."

Regent Aaronto"Hide behind us, child, and we will protect the future of our House! Onward, descendants of Orsellio! For the child, for Tisiphone, for our dynasty!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Elina and her men are free to depart Dargonus as they wish."

Lady Navigator Elina"Without the girl? I guess we are alive, which is something. Thank you, Rogue Trader. House Orsellio will not forget your wisdom and generosity."

Cassia"Rogue Trader, allow me to ask what fate awaits the esteemed regent and the other members of my House."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will help Lady Elina to fight the tyranny of House Orsellio, but Cassia will live."

Lady Navigator Elina"Thank you, Rogue Trader. We will contact your representative as soon as we return to the base and discuss what has transpired with the other branches of the House."

Regent Aaronto"You must be insane if you think we will allow this. Close ranks!"

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YOU"I find Lady Elina-Hatteria guilty of the attempted murder of Lady Cassia and the attack on the Rogue Trader."

Lady Navigator Elina"You call this a fair trial? Ridiculous! Everyone here is rotten to the core. All of you are heretics and madmen! Curse you! Curse you!"

YOU"I sentence Lady Elina to two thousand years' imprisonment in the dungeon of the von Valancius dynasty."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Elina will be the first Navigator to be transformed into a servitor."

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YOU"Lady Elina will make a remarkable servo-skull."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, I ask you to do your duty as the custodian of the Atlas of House Orsellio."

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YOU"Lady Elina will be publicly executed — I will personally carry out the sentence."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I find both sides of House Orsellio guilty and hereby sentence you to death."

Regent Aaronto"You must be insane if you think we will allow this. Close ranks!"

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YOU"I am not interested in your pathetic excuses. Wardens! Get the House Orsellio delegation out of my palace and off my world!"

Representative(sequence)

Abelard"Lord Captain, ending the trial like this goes against every law and custom!"

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Lady Navigator Elina"If you are truly letting me go... There is no need to say it twice. I will no longer cause any trouble. Not to you, at least." Elina glares at Cassia and Aaronto.

Regent Aaronto"This is unthinkable! We, the Great Regent, were hoping for a fair trial and proper decorum from Your Lordship/Ladyship in accordance with the laws of the Koronus Expanse! Therefore... we are deeply disappointed, Rogue Trader."

Regent Aaronto"Come, child. The House is awaiting your return."

YOU"Who said Cassia is coming with you?"

Regent Aaronto"Kindly explain what you mean by that!"

YOU"There are traitors in your midst. Would the Lady Navigator not be safer under my protection?"

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YOU"Under the Expanse law, the payment for rescuing the Lady Navigator was a contract obliging her to serve on my ship."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Cassia has no need of your tutelage. As the future Novator, she will handle the issues her House is facing on her own."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I will give my consent if I am furnished with another Navigator. Otherwise, Cassia will remain until her contract expires."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I graciously acquiesce."

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YOU"I will personally decide when the Lady Navigator leaves my crew. If you object, we can settle the dispute with a duel."

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YOU[Silently watch them walk away]

Cassia"Rogue Trader, I... will occasionally permit myself to reminisce about our voyages shrouded in azure mists and pink sparkles. Farewell."

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Cassia"I feared this moment would never come. Farewell, Rogue Trader. I will never forget the man/woman so tightly clad in steel and silver."

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Cassia"If this is what Rogue Trader wants..." Cassia falters but a moment later squares her shoulders. "I will gladly resume my duties in House Orsellio. Farewell, [Name]."

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YOU"Away with you!"

CassiaCassia's expression remains calm, but her lips tremble when she turns around to look at you for the last time.

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YOU[Execute them] "Enough! I have no desire to listen to anyone. The punishment will befall each member of House Orsellio here and now."

Cassia"Don't you dare! This is my House, my family!"

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Regent Aaronto"You must be insane if you think we will allow this. Close ranks!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Thank you for your input, Lady Cassia. I will consider whether I should accept your offer."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept your offer, Lady Cassia."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Lady Cassia, who told you that you were needed aboard my ship?"

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YOU"Thank you for your input, Lady Cassia. I will consider whether I should accept your offer."continues where this line first appears above

Cassia"There can be no doubt the traitors must be executed. All their complaints about Tisiphone's tyranny are merely a cover for their self-interest and their desire to seize power over the House. Did they hate Tisiphone? Perhaps. But I did not wrong them, and neither did your people."

Cassia"As for the esteemed regent and his people — I do not think they are guilty of the traitors' trespasses. But they are responsible for bringing them here, and therefore it would be fair to ask House Orsellio for compensation for this negligence."

YOU"Regent Aaronto, representatives of your House made an attempt on Lady Cassia's life and attacked a Rogue Trader."

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YOU"I would like to speak to the regent again."

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YOU"Lady Elina, what do you have to say in your defence?"

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YOU"Lady Elina, answer my questions."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, you too are an injured party in this. What would you do in my place?"

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — we will sign the contract and the Navigators will be free to leave Dargonus."

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — the instigator of the attack will be executed, and House Orsellio will pay compensation to the von Valancius dynasty."

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YOU"I am ready to deliver my judgement."

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YOU"I am not interested in your pathetic excuses. Wardens! Get the House Orsellio delegation out of my palace and off my world!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Execute them] "Enough! I have no desire to listen to anyone. The punishment will befall each member of House Orsellio here and now."continues where this line first appears above

Cassia"I think I am ill-prepared to make judgements of this kind..." Cassia lowers her eyelashes and continues in a barely perceptible whisper, "I am sure the Rogue Trader knows what to do better than I."

YOU"Regent Aaronto, representatives of your House made an attempt on Lady Cassia's life and attacked a Rogue Trader."

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YOU"I would like to speak to the regent again."

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YOU"Lady Elina, what do you have to say in your defence?"

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YOU"Lady Elina, answer my questions."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, you too are an injured party in this. What would you do in my place?"

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — we will sign the contract and the Navigators will be free to leave Dargonus."

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — the instigator of the attack will be executed, and House Orsellio will pay compensation to the von Valancius dynasty."

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YOU"I am ready to deliver my judgement."

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YOU"I am not interested in your pathetic excuses. Wardens! Get the House Orsellio delegation out of my palace and off my world!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Execute them] "Enough! I have no desire to listen to anyone. The punishment will befall each member of House Orsellio here and now."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — we will sign the contract and the Navigators will be free to leave Dargonus."

continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — the instigator of the attack will be executed, and House Orsellio will pay compensation to the von Valancius dynasty."

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YOU"I am ready to deliver my judgement."

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YOU"I am not interested in your pathetic excuses. Wardens! Get the House Orsellio delegation out of my palace and off my world!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Execute them] "Enough! I have no desire to listen to anyone. The punishment will befall each member of House Orsellio here and now."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"What else is Tisiphone Orsellio guilty of?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I understand Tisiphone's transgressions. But what does any of that have to do with Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You called Cassia a monster because of Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"Why didn't you attack before? Why now?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Lady Elina, answer my questions."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, you too are an injured party in this. What would you do in my place?"

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — we will sign the contract and the Navigators will be free to leave Dargonus."

continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — the instigator of the attack will be executed, and House Orsellio will pay compensation to the von Valancius dynasty."

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YOU"I am ready to deliver my judgement."

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YOU"I am not interested in your pathetic excuses. Wardens! Get the House Orsellio delegation out of my palace and off my world!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Execute them] "Enough! I have no desire to listen to anyone. The punishment will befall each member of House Orsellio here and now."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Why do the renegades seek to destroy the House's relic?"

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YOU"Why are people trying to kill Lady Cassia?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Does Cassia really carry Tisiphone's Atlas?"

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YOU"It looks like House Orsellio has fallen on hard times."

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YOU"What do you know about Cassia's unbridled power?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I think I have heard enough."

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YOU"Come now, Regent. You proved your innocence."

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"How do I know your words are not just another trap?"

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I believe you, Regent Aaronto. And yet this is now the second attempt that has been made on Cassia's life. I need answers."

Regent Aaronto"We are ready to tell you everything we know so that this misunderstanding can be remedied as quickly as possible."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I would like to speak to the regent again."

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YOU"Lady Elina, what do you have to say in your defence?"

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YOU"Lady Elina, answer my questions."

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YOU"Lady Cassia, you too are an injured party in this. What would you do in my place?"

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YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — we will sign the contract and the Navigators will be free to leave Dargonus."

continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I accept Lady Cassia's offer — the instigator of the attack will be executed, and House Orsellio will pay compensation to the von Valancius dynasty."

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YOU"I am ready to deliver my judgement."

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YOU"I am not interested in your pathetic excuses. Wardens! Get the House Orsellio delegation out of my palace and off my world!"continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Execute them] "Enough! I have no desire to listen to anyone. The punishment will befall each member of House Orsellio here and now."continues where this line first appears above

Representative(sequence)

Abelard"Silence! With all due respect, House Orsellio has hardly covered itself in glory thus far today. It is time its representatives answered before the Rogue Trader."

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Solomorne"Keep your mouth shut, Regent. Your House is guilty of attempting to take the life of a Rogue Trader — the accused will speak only when graciously permitted to do so." The Proctor's hand slams into his chest with a thud. "Let judgement begin."

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