FROM: @CMDR | TO: @ALL

[byfist]

ATTN: ALL PERSONEL.

We have had recent recruits that have joined our fight. I understand you have been briefed and given training for this mission and our stay in Aranean society. As for the rest: I am your Commanding Officer, Grothia, previously of the Regency. Unfortunately, at present, I am often tied up in diplomacy meetings with the high court. But you can reach me via your BCE, or at certain times during the day in COST's supplied quarters.

Field Officer Young, who is at present wearing of her human appearance, is also present. She can be found at similar through similar means.

If you have any concerns, you may bring them to either of us.

As for your mission here. Our main concern is to secure COST's supply of Ymir, this substance is responsible for powering all forms of time travel in the Galaxy and the dimension shifting required to do so. It is the bones of the fallen God, Ymir and it seems mankind was not made to touch their Gods. Aranean's are a species genetically made to mine such a thing and no human is capable of it. That is why they are absolutely crucial and our alliance with them over the Regency, at all costs, must be assured.

At present, High Queen Thsch is our best bet of this. There is no denying the woman is cruel. A slight is enough to make her snap your limbs, one by one. But the natural Jhashcn bias to those who would eat those who suppress inclines her to us, and we need to foster that fondness.

Her daughter, on the other hand, wishes to overthrow her mother, as is their way. So far in my dealings with her, she has been far more moderate. She favours neither heavy slavery nor absolute forms of punishment. She even has an open, qualitative relationship with her brother as I have observed them. They frequently whisper together at the meetings I have attended. That may be appealing, but she will have no bar with us, as we cannot at present assure what she needs to take the throne.

That is as much as my limited position has allowed me to learn. Sadly neither Officer Young or I can move too freely due to our high profile scrutiny. Remember: if it moves, it is a spy, here. There is nothing you say, or do, that is not being reported to someone unless it is done through the BCE.

As such: COST operatives, I require a debrief of your actions, so they we may assist one another. If you have an idea, a skill, speak up, so that we can use it. This is not a usual type of battle, more's the pity, and awareness of movements is needed more than ever.

Comments

[byfist]

Very well. These are reasons aplenty. I will discuss it with the Officers.

But in doing so, I need your consideration. That was something far more easily done when we were part of a larger army. But here? We are but a small group standing alone for all intents and purposes. Standing on our numbers as they are as little more than tools to the true powers amongst the Araneans. I cannot even be on the ground, as it were. I'm constantly in these blasted meetings, as is Young.

Everyone needs to be versatile here, as much as can be done.

[dipolar]

Versatility is what you chose this motley crew for, Commander.
Versatility is what you'll get whether you like it or not.

Hearing from you often is what strengthens this team's morale; as you can see you've been well-received.
But if I may make a suggestion for our next mission, should we survive this one?
I think promotions are in order and I'm not speaking of myself.
People you trust in this cell to relieve you of some of your duties, as you attend your meetings.

[byfist]

I only wish to be worthy of them, as their Commander. The Regency is reminding me daily what I would be without so many who fight as I do, that are so dedicated.

I will consider it.

[dipolar]

(pretty words that do nothing for him, as not much does these days, but are ones he hopes others read and enjoy in his stead.)

Understood.