pbem SMAX #4

[Killjoy]

2194 -> Qualicide

Well, I knew it was only a matter of time...

***incoming transmission from Hive Command***
Outrageous! An atrocity has been committed against Hive!

It appears that Prime Function Qualicide of the Cybernetic Consciousness has in fact ordered Cyborg troops to commit a heinous atrocity against Hive troops in the field.

The abrupt disappearance of a Hive Rover patrol along the disputed border, and a leaked Consciousness budget report showing a newly enforced 10 year period of Economic Sanctions, confirms the obvious. Cyborg Nerve Gas weapons have be used against Hive citizens!!!

The Hive will not back down from such acts of barbarism! We shall stand firm against such inhumane acts! We shall prevail against the less-than-human machines!

The Hive Collective calls for further Economic Sanctions, and for aid from her Pact Brothers and Sisters!
***Hive Command out***

Last post for atleast a week. Cheers everyone.
[This message has been edited by Killjoy (edited April 22, 2001).]
[This message has been edited by Killjoy (edited April 22, 2001).]

[illiria]

2195 -> Killjoy

***
inofficial press release by the government of planet:

"We will have to investigate this matter of atrocities immediately. Do the "Cyborgs" have anything to say in this matter? The application of nerve gas on people who did not sign an agreement before is still considered an act against all human values and morals, and it must be punished severely. On the other hand: if the Hive's claims turn out to be false, I suggets taking appropriate steps against such ways of communication."
signed by Sister Bella Italia

[Qualicide]

to flomp

Only 1 speeder dissapeared? well that has to be fixed... and as for nerve stapleing, we are above treating our citizens as exploitable tools.

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Well, you guys want a PS2? heh heh :strokes console lovingly:

[Killjoy]

2196 -> Qualicide

*** incoming transmission from Hive Command***

Using the powers of the Empath Guild we have not been able to detect any evidence of nerve stapling by the Cyborgs, yet they continue to be under 10 years of Economic Sanctions. The only other conclusion is that they did in fact unleash their Nerve Gas weapons. The disappearance of the Hive Rover confirms this.

We await the findings of Sister illiria.

***Hive Command out***

P.S. I'm back, but sporadically for this week.

[Flomper]

SMAX #5, 2196 -> Illiria

Humm.. lost another unit to the University.

[illiria]

2196 -> Killjoy

*** It seems like the cyborgs did use chemical weapons. I advise you all to not tolerate this act against human beings and nature and stop all negotiations and treaties with the Cyborgs until they pay generous reparations to the UN commitee. (bank account with Illiria). Do not start a war because of it! We need peace and prosperity for all of us, but do not help those who dont follow the simplest rules uf the UN! Of course, if the atrocities are continued, we might have to overthrow the government of the Cyborgs or maybe reprogram their mainframe, but this is only an act of peacekeeping as you all know.
*** informal report and advice to Illiria, Governor of Planet.

[Killjoy]

2197 -> Qualicide

*** Datalinks Newsflash:
Cyborgs have used Nerve Gas weapons again! Economic Sanctions are now set at 18 years. ***

*** incoming transmission from Hive Command:
Prime Function Qualicide: you have shown your true colours! Your recent actions have revealed to all the Council that your citizens are being transformed from machines of higher purpose into brutally efficient killing machines.

The Hive has managed to destroy all Cyborg X Rovers in the field.

We are aware that you currently have two more X Rover units in production.

The Hive is prepared. The Hive is waiting. The Hive is watching...

***Hive Command Out

Qualicide: Nice counter attack. Didn't expect it to unfold that way.
[This message has been edited by Killjoy (edited May 04, 2001).]

[Qualicide]

To flomp

It was nice, but I don't have the resources to do it again....

[Killjoy]

2198 -> Qualicide

Hmmmm... verrry interesting.

[Killjoy]

Does anyone know where the turn is? Anyone?

[Killjoy]

2199 -> Qualicide

This "being last in the turn order" is starting to suck big time!

[Qualicide]

to flomp

the people will not stand for nerve stapling? curse those drones!

[Flomper]

-> Illiria

""""
The Nautilus faction is proud to serve in the International Peace Force that Sister Illiria of the noble Bene Gesserit has asked for. We are stationing one unit in the troubled border zone to our North in hopes that it's presence will serve as a reminder that cooler heads *can* prevail.

As Sister Illiria points out, we have neither confirmation from Qualicide, nor, yet, definitive proof that Q has been using weapons that would compromise the Agreement Against Atrocities. While the very presence of these weapons is cause enough for concern, it is still possible that they were deployed solely as a deterrence.

Surely, given the Hive's awesome offensive capacity, it is reasonable for a bordering state to establish such defenses as it sees fit to discourage said neighbor from employing its offensive force at a moment of perceived weakness.

Please, this is not the time for rash action!

Captain Flomper, from the deck of the N.N. Peace Keeper
""""

[Killjoy]

2200 -> Qualicide

One hundred turns. Its about time.

*** Captain Flomper, what rash actions might you be refering to? ***
[This message has been edited by Killjoy (edited May 15, 2001).]

[Qualicide]

to flomp

Killjoy- I would say your tactics are a little rash.. (and stupid