Beyond Alpha Centauri: Discussion Thread

[Cybergod]

Can I be... erm... someone?

Hello peeps!

As I said in the previous thread, I'd like to join in this project. But, as there are no free spaces, can I do... erm... the Colony Magistate (or something) for Alliance's Colony of Titan? PLZ?!?

Thanx...

Nick

[History Guy]

Yes, Kassiopeia, I think we must have a bit of a war. At least so as one of us can run the other into total bankruptcy or something.

[Sprayber]

Great jop on the bios Kass.

Cybergod: You can take up an independent planet or another small faction if you want. And I don't know if Alynzia is still playing the Gaians or not.

[Frankychan]

Hive timeline

Howzit everyone

I've come up with the Hive timeline. I haven't used actual star and planet names because I've decided that ALL hive planets are to be renamed according to Hive policies. Also I've tried to incorporate what has been said about the Hive so far to help evolve the relations between the Hive and the rest of the "factions".

As per Sprayber's request, I have posted the timeline in the
'Sign-In' thread. Where do I post some of the Bio's for Hive characters?

[Frankychan]

Listen guys. I will control this game. It is my creation and I will say what goes and what doens't. If you don't like it then that is tough. This story will be planned down to the slightest detail. I have my quantam singularity books checked out from the library an damn it, I'm going to use it. So all you free thinkers out there just get used to the idea that I am the thread god. I will appoint my thread enforcers and they will make sure that you mere underlings do my bidding.

Yessir.

[Kassiopeia]

Re: Hive timeline

Originally posted by frankychan
Where do I post some of the Bio's for Hive characters?

There's a special character thread here somewhere. I'll bump it for you.

But, as there are no free spaces, can I do... erm... the Colony Magistate (or something) for Alliance's Colony of Titan? PLZ?!?

Lessee...
These factions are possible and available in Sol:

Independent Titan, Venus, Pluto,
Mars Combine (Socialistic democracy)

Under the minor guidance of LordLMP:

Scions,
Belters

Under my control:

Earth Coalition,
Interplanetary Enterprises Incorporated,
and prolly the centralized control of Terran Alliance (The Sol EU or more like NATO, if you will) since it is located on Earth.

And that's just about it.
We could arrange a Titan revolt in the starters to get some more action?

[Alynzia]

I think I have the right to be indecisive, Guardian, don't I?

Wow, I hope I didn't cause any trouble here. I was just saying I hadn't read all the stuff associated with playing in BAC and I didn't feel comfortable writing new stuff (i.e. playing) not reading stuff, if you know what I mean.

But saying that I did like the Hive & Morgan timeline. Should you maybe start a timeline thread, ThreadGod Sprayber? I could slip the two new timelines into the collected one.

You know how DarkCloud is part timing the University, could I do the same with the Gaians? Then I wouldn't feel obligated to read too much and could still get up to mischief if and when I am allowed to.

Oh, ThreadGod, supreme ruler of the Sprayber-verse, can I play again, but not write that much? Please oh benevolent ThreadGod, I prostrate at your dissent-crushing feet! That was a little sarcastic, but before I didn't mean to challenge your authority or anything.

Alynzia.

P.S. Guardian, if I wasn't playing and I commented here it would be as a reader. Can I not do anything right for you? You mock my signatures and profile waaah!

[Frankychan]

But saying that I did like the Hive & Morgan timeline. Should you maybe start a timeline thread, ThreadGod Sprayber? I could slip the two new timelines into the collected one.

Thanks Alynzia for the input. I'm happy that people are, at the very least, satisfied with the Hive timeline. I've tried to not 'step on the other factions toes' when thinking of it.

I for one, would really appreciate it if you could combine the timeline into one. I also like the idea of starting a timeline thread. But it all depends on "Chairman Sprayber" (just joking, sir!)

Oh, ThreadGod, supreme ruler of the Sprayber-verse, can I play again, but not write that much? Please oh benevolent ThreadGod, I prostrate at your dissent-crushing feet! That was a little sarcastic, but before I didn't mean to challenge your authority or anything.

A little sarcastic? Nah, lets have everyone make peace cause this project is really interesting. Kudo's to Sprayber for thinking of an original project....maybe this will get picked up and turned into a book or game or something? Maybe we'll all get mentioned in the acknowledgements? Come on Firaxis, we know you love us!!!

[Kassiopeia]

Originally posted by frankychan
Kudo's to Sprayber for thinking of an original project....maybe this will get picked up and turned into a book or game or something? Maybe we'll all get mentioned in the acknowledgements? Come on Firaxis, we know you love us!!!

I doubt that. But everything is possible.
PS. And I like the timeline. No contradictions I can pick up.

How about the ship classes then? And speed? Needs the Dreadnaught specs up 'n runnin'!

[Sprayber]

Re: I think I have the right to be indecisive, Guardian, don't I?

Originally posted by Alynzia
Oh, ThreadGod, supreme ruler of the Sprayber-verse, can I play again, but not write that much? Please oh benevolent ThreadGod, I prostrate at your dissent-crushing feet! That was a little sarcastic, but before I didn't mean to challenge your authority or anything.

Alynzia.

The great and all powerful thread god is aroused from his contemplations of the many realities under his control. The all powerful deity hears one of his subjects beg and plead for his attention. The great Sprayber chooses to be merciful and hear the pleas of the mortal. After hearing her pleas Sprayber decides to summon his earthly voice and speaker.

These are his words

Who ever so wish to participate in this thread is welcome. He or she will not be required to write a certain about of material. He or she is left to explore his or her own vision of his or her faction.

The all powerful thread god expects all participants to cooperate and have a good time. Merciful Sprayber will not rule with an iron hand, but rather with a kind heart and compassionate attitude.

With these words, Sprayber ascends back into the sky to go back to his other godly duties.

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Everyone. Write as much as you want on this. This is up to you all. I’m just a little part of this whole thing. I started the initial thread but so much of what this has become has been because of you all. This is not as restrictive as it seems. The timeline and FTL speeds and distances and locations are just to keep everyone on the same page to start with. Where this goes is up to our collective imaginations. I will post a complete timeline at the beginning of the thread. It will be on the first page so if ever you need to look at it again, it will be there. When LMP gets ready, I will also give the distances, locations, speeds and the basic ship classes on the first post as well. It should be taken as only a guide, a reference. Your imaginations should fill in the most important parts. You don’t have to read every single post if you don’t want to. Write as much as you have time for or as much as you feel is right. Just know that there will be some interactions in thread. But not a lot if you don’t feel up to it. We all have lives outside of this. This is meant for fun and maybe a release for things that you wish you could do and wish you could say.

Everyone happy.

Franky: I thought you timeline was great.

Alynzia: I'm pretty sure that Guardian was joking. If you take a look at the CC threads you will find that we all joke with each other about things that go on. You created no problem what so ever. Just a slight miscommunication.

[Sprayber]

Originally posted by frankychan
Kudo's to Sprayber for thinking of an original project....maybe this will get picked up and turned into a book or game or something? Maybe we'll all get mentioned in the acknowledgements? Come on Firaxis, we know you love us!!!

This reminds me. I need a physical address from each and every one of you. I will be sending some release forms that I need you to sign and return to me. No need in reading them, I'll take care of the whole thing.



Joking.

[Sprayber]

Check this out

http://www.geocities.com/hydro070/BAC_Page.html?1006845883400

LMP: If you don't mind go ahead and create your page with all the basic information about the thread and you can add links to any other pages concerning BAC.

[Guardian]

Re: I think I have the right to be indecisive, Guardian, don't I?

Originally posted by Alynzia
Wow, I hope I didn't cause any trouble here. I was just saying I hadn't read all the stuff associated with playing in BAC and I didn't feel comfortable writing new stuff (i.e. playing) not reading stuff, if you know what I mean.

But saying that I did like the Hive & Morgan timeline. Should you maybe start a timeline thread, ThreadGod Sprayber? I could slip the two new timelines into the collected one.

You know how DarkCloud is part timing the University, could I do the same with the Gaians? Then I wouldn't feel obligated to read too much and could still get up to mischief if and when I am allowed to.

Oh, ThreadGod, supreme ruler of the Sprayber-verse, can I play again, but not write that much? Please oh benevolent ThreadGod, I prostrate at your dissent-crushing feet! That was a little sarcastic, but before I didn't mean to challenge your authority or anything.

Alynzia.

P.S. Guardian, if I wasn't playing and I commented here it would be as a reader. Can I not do anything right for you? You mock my signatures and profile waaah!

Hehe... Well, it's really nothing personal.
I just like to occasionally pick on people in my own bizarre, evil, yet friendly sort of way...

Yes, you are allowed to make comments as a reader, but if you want to come back as a player, then that's fine with me too. I really don't mind you going part time, it looks like I may have to do the same myself - at least for a while...

By the way, have you thought about the alliance I suggested? We could have a great time snooping around in everyone else's "internal affairs" and then sticking up for each other when they get mad about it...

[Guardian]

By the way...

"And if you have a problem, please do not hesitate to keep your mouth shut, and we will gladly ignore you."

Was that for me??

Grrrrr... You'd better be nice to me, I could be on a plane to London in an hour and on the ground in England searching for you an hour after that...

Nah, just kidding...

(Besides, I don't have time for that sort of stufff anyways... )

[Sprayber]

Some additions I made.

Here are additions that I put on my timline to reflect those of others and to take me to 2700


2634 Colonel Santiago is severely injured in combat training exercises. Decision is made to put her in cryo sleep for an extensive regenerative treatments. Major Kessel is recalled from a diplomatic mission on the Drone home word and is appointed temporary leader of Spartan Federation.

2636 Colonel Santiago is brought out of Cryo sleep. She makes the decision to give up command of Spartan Federation to take up other things. Kessel is appointed official leader of the Spartan Federation and promoted to Colonel.

2640 Colonel Kessel begins Spartan fleet buildup. Replacement of older style vessels is ordered and research into new weapons systems are undertaken. Kessel enterers into secret negotiations with Data Tech operatives which will involve Data Angel missions to University and Peacekeeper labs. Kessel reaffirms Spartan commitment for a Data Angel home world.

2650 New ships begin to be commissioned in Spartan shipyards run by Free Drone workers. New innovative designs by Drone engineers allow Spartans to be able to switch components with far greater ease then before.

2660 Comprehensive review of Spartan Military Preparedness is issued. It is recommended that the Spartan fleet be enlarged to meet the threats from the Hive, Peacekeepers, and the Bree. Spartans and Peacekeepers exchange fire over the Morganite home world. Confrontation began over Spartan commanders refusal allow right of way for Peacekeeper convoy of settlers bound for a new planet. Both sides sustain damage but withdraw from battle for any escalations. Spartans file a protest accusing Peacekeepers of intentionally causing the incident.

2672 Sparta sends delegation to Earth to initiate formal relations with the Terrans. Sparta finds a nightmare of factions and sub factions. Spartans open relations with Mars Combine in hopes of gaining influence in Sol system. Santiago is allowed to visit the cities of New Los Angeles and Mexico City.

2675 Sparta tries to open relations with the various Pirate groups roaming throughout space. Attempts are largely unsuccessful. Spartans note that Pirate activity has moved more into Peacekeeper space. Mostly due increased PK trade routes.

2681 Spartans sign extension to Free Drone contract to build Spartan vessels. Spartan AeroSpace retains rights to build small interplanetary fighters and transport vessels. Free Drone population swells on Sparta Prime due to influx of engineers and workers.

2691 Spartans begin construction of a large space stations on its frontier with Hive space.

2695 Spartan space stations is completed on Hive frontier. Defensive network goes online liking sensor posts through out the region. Spartan fleet is dispatched to maintain vigil against the hive.