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Title: I-RED Story Arc Series, Season 1: Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 17 Dec 2014, 11:12
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Prologue

The tell-tale signs of dissent and anarchy electrify the air around you. Tensions rise. What is it these dissenters want? Is it really dissent? Or is it something more? Perhaps they're fighting for simple profits. Or perhaps they're fighting to call to attention great injustices taking place behind closed doors. You must choose between keeping order and stability, or joining sides with those who wear a mask behind their Ishukone uniforms. The pendulum of balance - that between order and disorder - swings to and fro without judgement. However, you possess the power to influence which side it favors. What side will you choose?




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Chapter 1: The Tsuruma Incident

An unmarked facility complex on a barren ice world in Tsuruma experiences problems with its main power generator. Owners of the complex, Ishuk-Raata Enforcement Directive, send a Charon-class freighter to repair the malfunctioning high-tech generator. Disaster strikes the Charon sent to help, causing it to plummet onto the planet's surface; at the same time, the main power generator begins critically malfunctioning. Engineers try desperately to buy time before the generator levels the entire complex in an explosion of epic proportions. Time is of the essence. A regions-wide distress call is sent. Will you answer?

I-RED Official Public Report (https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5416057#post5416057)

News Feature (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/01/disaster-strikes-black-rise-colony.html) by Jandice Ymladris

Event Logs (http://pastebin.com/TCJR2FUx)

Summary
On the icy surface of Tsuruma VII rested a secluded installation built partially into a vast mountain range. The installation hosted numerous functions for its owner, I-RED, of which were: prototype weapons testing, TCMC assembly, infantry training and conditioning, PoW holding facilities, and various minor science and engineering research projects. With a population of roughly 145,000 personnel at any given time, this vast complex was in many respects a small city. The installation acted as I-RED's planet-side headquarters in the Black Rise region. For this reason, among others, this installation was chosen to be the site of a series of strikes against I-RED from within. It all started with a relatively minor issue with the installation's main power generator, which was housed in a large cavern carved into a mountain. The facility's standard protocol was followed, and a request for supplies needed to fix the issue was put in. I-RED scheduled a Charon-class freighter to deliver the supplies via low-orbit drop. Upon positioning itself for the low-orbit maneuver, the Charon's orbital stabilizer systems experienced a sudden and catastrophic failure. It was later discovered that the orbital stabilizers had indeed been tampered with in such a fashion as to indicate that the culprit behind it was knowledgeable of such things. An emergency warp was unable to be executed, and realizing the fate of the massive freighter, the captain ordered all hands to abandon ship. 238 crew members were able to escape via escape pods before the ship experienced an escape pod lockout due to hacking of the main computer system. Before long, the massive freighter had crashed into the mountains near the installation. The impact caused earthquake tremors which led to a small roof collapse in the cavern that housed the facility's main power generator. Somehow, despite the generator being offline, it reactivated and began its path towards a critical overload. Chaos was erupting on the planet, and word quickly reached I-RED command who dispatched a small fleet to render assistance. However, due to limited manpower at the time, I-RED sent out an emergency regions-wide call for help. A number of capsuleers immediately answered the call, and so began the race against time to evacuate the facility. A low-orbit rally point center was rapidly established. A number of makeshift medical centers were set up along with a mobile coordination array to help manage transport flight paths. Certain assets were given priority status for evacuation over base personnel. Among these assets were: research projects and data, TCMC components, PoWs and other detainees, and various scientific and military prototypes. It is likely because of this decision that so many lives ended up perishing. Despite the loss of life, the rescue operation in many respects was a resounding success. Even with weather conditions on the planet adding to an already difficult task, the majority of base personnel were evacuated along with all critical assets. The explosion which finally leveled the installation could be seen from low orbit. Over 4,000 lives lost in an instant. There was an eerie sense of relief at the sight of this explosion. An odd sense of peace. The chaos seemed to subside, for now. All that was left was to pick up the pieces, and put them back together again. The Tsuruma Incident remains to this day the worst attack on I-RED in its operational history.

TL;DR - A secret I-RED complex on Tsuruma VII experiences power generator issues. I-RED dispatches a Charon-class freighter loaded with equipment and supplies to solve the issue. While entering low orbit, the Charon experiences catastrophic failure with its orbital stabilizers, causing it to plummet to the surface. An investigation later reveals that the orbital stabilizer system was tampered with. It crash lands near the complex, and the impact causes a minor roof collapse in the cavern which holds the main power generator. Conflicting reports suggest that it was either this incident or something more planned and sinister that caused the power generator to overload. Regardless, the end result is the same - I-RED has a very limited amount of time to rescue a very high number of personnel and precious cargo before an explosion levels the entire installation. With limited resources on hand, I-RED command issues an emergency regions-wide distress call. Despite a few complications during the rescue operation, most of the base personnel and all important assets are safely recovered. However, 4,720 lives are lost in the incident. I-RED vows for swift retribution while they plan a memorial ceremony to commemorate the lives of the fallen.




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Chapter 2: Tsuruma Memorial Ceremony

The facility complex on Tsuruma VIII in ruins, and the lives of thousands of loyal citizens lost, I-RED hosts a memorial ceremony to honor the bravery and courage of both those who were saved and those who were killed. The lives of those lost will never be forgotten, engraved into the obsidian rock which is part of the memorial that has been constructed on Malkalen V. This is a time for remembrance. But this is also a time to begin preparations to enact justice.

I-RED Official Announcement (https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5446879#post5446879)

News Feature (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/02/the-tsuruma-memorial-ceremony.html) by Jandice Ymladris

Event Logs (http://pastebin.com/v3qR25Wu)

Art (http://i.imgur.com/eOMAppO.png) by Haria Haritimado

Summary
While the internal I-RED investigation showed no signs of slowing down, they did make time to stop and remember the lives lost in the Tsuruma attack. Fearful of a potential second attack, extra security measures were taken to ensure the safety of everyone who attended the memorial ceremony. Attendees included but were not limited to: families and friends of those who perished, baseliner personnel, I-RED investors and stockholders, and capsuleers who assisted in the rescue operation. Among other things, rescue operation participants were awarded a small medallion which was carved from the obsidian rock which littered the area around the Tsuruma VII installation from ancient volcanoes. Each medal was glazed in a special glossy coating which caused the piece to shimmer a metallic yellow under certain lighting; a purple silk ribbon ran through a small hole in the medal so that it may be worn as a necklace of sorts. Speeches were said, and finally a moment of silence took place. The ceremony was concluded with the unveiling of the Tsuruma Memorial on Malkalen V. A huge block of obsidian rock carved into the shape of a square diamond rests in the middle of a large courtyard. Engraved along the perimeter of the slab of rock are the names of every life lost in the attack. Each side of the square diamond concaves toward the ground to form an inverse pyramid shaped space. Water flows gently along each side. At the center of this concavity, a steel beam shoots up a ways. Perched on top of this steel beam is a metal sculpture glossed with the same glossy-metallic coating as the medallions awarded in the event; the sculpture vaguely resembles a falcon with outstretched wings reaching for the sky. Light fixtures arranged beneath the sculpture shine their light deep into the sky, and the sculpture reflects some of the light in a beautiful manner that lights up the surrounding memorial area. Cherry blossom trees form a perimeter a little ways off of the obsidian square diamond, with ample benches underneath them for visitors to sit. Overall, a beautiful memorial to commemorate the lives of those lost in a terrible terrorist attack. I-RED officials did not have much a chance to bask in the serene presence of the memorial, however, as they had to get back to work investigating the attack.

TL;DR - The memorial ceremony conducted in Malkalen went on without issue. Pilots who answered the call for help are awarded with gratitude, honor, and a medallion carved from the obsidian rock which surrounded the installation on Tsuruma VII. Following a moment of silence to honor the dead, an impressive monument built on the surface of Malkalen V is revealed. Known as the Tsuruma Memorial, it is said that access will be granted to anyone all year round at no cost.




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Break

Dark revelations begin to surface. Accusations of a horrible crime are tossed around. Is Katrina Oniseki really behind the brutal murders discovered in Syndicate? Naturally, I-RED denies any knowledge of the killing fields, but this news piece covered by The Scope certainly puts forth an unexpected piece of the puzzle.

Scope News Article (https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5466229#post5466229)

More shocking revelations surface from behind locked doors and encrypted security networks. An internal leak manages to cough up information about a baseliner ex-I-RED operative by the name of "Kruger", and news of offensive strikes to be conducted by I-RED come forth. Who is this Kruger? What is this taskforce group named "Blacklight"? So many unanswered questions in need of investigation. The complexity of intracorporate affairs truly knows no limits when it comes to the Caldari.

Scope News Article (https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5472141#post5472141)




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Chapter 3: The Crackdown

I-RED is on the offensive now. The location of possible suspects behind the Tsuruma Incident have been identified, and plans are being drawn up to execute swift retribution. Will you choose to help round up the perpetrators of the Tsuruma attack? Or will you intervene, and fight to save the suspects. There are two sides to every story. Which will you see drawn out?

UPDATE: For these events, and for future I-RED events (or at least ones hosted by me), please join the "IshuNet-Blue" mailing list; this mailing list will serve as a means for IC communication for certain types of events such as the ones to be done in this part of the arc.


Raid #1 (02.15.15):

An anonymous tip leads Ishukone-Raata Internal Watch forces commanded by Korsavius to a remote research facility hidden on the volcanic planet of Hasama III. The surprise assault proved to be largely successful, with minimal casualties. A more sinister side of I-RED comes to light, however...why was this new security arm, the Internal Watch, created? Why are they using such brute force to subdue unarmed civilians? What will become of the lone suspect they captured alive?

Event Logs (http://pastebin.com/uFb5rErb)

News Feature (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.be/2015/02/i-red-raids-science-facility-in-order.html) by Jandice Ymladris

Summary
Following up on a tip to the location of possible suspects behind the Tsuruma attack, Korsavius led a successful surprise attack on the research facility. Due to a hack on the facility's detection systems, a heavy assault force was able to subdue the personnel on the facility with ease. Although in a panicked state, most of the personnel did not resist detainment. Despite this passivity, however, it was clear that these specialized troops of I-RED belonging to the Internal Watch division exercised no gentleness. A fair number of the facility personnel sustained minor injuries from the rough handling by Internal Watch forces. It didn't take long for an ambush to strike the assault force. Roughly a dozen or so of the facility's crew showed their true colors and went rogue. The skill and training of the Internal Watch troops in addition to their greater numbers eventually subdued the ambushers, killing eleven of the twelve and leaving one alive for interrogation. It is later revealed that the facility used to be an I-RED recon outpost before being sold off to a third-party a number of years prior.


Raid #2 (02.22.15):

The same anonymous tipper once again contacts I-RED about the location of suspects behind the Tsuruma Incident. I-RED Vice-Admiral Korsavius, and I-RED Internal Watch director Katrina Oniseki scramble forces in a race to reach the location before anyone can escape. Oddly enough, however, the location mentioned by the anonymous tipper is a mining facility complex under the jurisdiction of I-RED itself. The assault on the complex yields some casualties, as well as a high-profile suspect by the name of Otiaj Rukerg. Some questions to consider: Who is this Otiaj Rukerg? What happened to the mud-covered shuttle that escaped from the mining complex?

Event Logs (http://pastebin.com/F6zNZhpv)

Summary
For this raid, both Korsavius and Katrina Oniseki team up to lead a small strike force to the location the tipper provided. The duo are joined by a number of other pilots who provide assistance. The size of the mining outpost and organization of it into three distinct sections connected together by a system of tubes which host walkways and a maglev transport system cause the raid to take place in a very strategic way. The first two sections offered a fair amount of resistance from the outpost workers, some who took to more extreme measures to resist being arrested by the I-RED strike force. However, upon entering the final section, the invading I-RED forces noticed something odd and eerie about the facility - all the outpost personnel were dead and the whole section was a mess. It looked as if a struggle had taken place. Upon entering the hangar bay of the final section, the ground force entered just in time to witness a suspicious shuttle making an escape. DUST soldier Foley managed to plant a tracking device on the fleeing shuttle before it exited the outpost hangar bay and warped out despite attempts from the surrounding I-RED fleet to stop it. A man by the name of Otiaj Rukerg exited a hiding spot after the shuttle warped off, the apparent lone survivor of this area of the outpost. He was promptly taken into custody, and the operation wrapped up.


Raid #3 (flash fiction):

As it turns out, Otiaj Rukerg is the individual who has been anonymously tipping I-RED during the past couple raids. Despite the fact that the question remains as to why he was on a mining facility which had all crew exterminated via poisonous toxins, I-RED officials decide to investigate another location he points out. Rukerg claims this new location is a secret weapons manufacturing and distribution complex, but the truth ends up being something quite different...

Story (to be added once it's completed)
Update: 04/24/18 - So quite honestly it's been so long since the time of this story arc that I'm not sure I can finish the story. I apologize for that, as I remember I had told a few people I would include their characters in this story (some of whom probably don't even play anymore so I guess it's okay lol). Instead I have included a brief excerpt of what I was able to complete, and I added an addendum at the end to kind of summarize what happened in a less wordy way. Also it is worth noting that the events of Raid #3 take place AFTER the events in Chapter 4 (which are detailed below).

[spoiler]Raid #3 Story Excerpt
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Katrina Oniseki’s Falcon-class recon cruiser, somewhere in the Lonetrek region
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The interrogation room inside was completely dark. A room of total darkness, such that one could not see their nose in front of them. Two heavily armed and armored Internal Watch security men brought the captive, Otiaj Rukerg, into the pitch-black room. They used the light provided from the corridor to guide their steps. They sat him down on the steel chair, next to the steel table. The two security men promptly exited through the sliding doors which were, of course, made of steel.

Otiaj Rukerg sat there in the dark, a bit confused as to what was happening. He felt a sudden tinge of fear creep through his body. He wasn’t afraid of what he couldn’t see, but rather, he was afraid of what he could see. Directly in front of him stood, or floated...he wasn’t quite sure which, a ghostly figure which vaguely resembled a falcon flying directly at him with outstretched wings. This figure shimmered a silvery moonlight hue, and the figure was actually composed of a series of crescents arranged to form the overall shape. The ghost spoke to him in a calm and collective voice.

“I hope your handling by Internal Watch wasn’t too rough.” The ghost began to seemingly glide to and fro at the other end of the room. “You have quite a bit of explaining to do, Mr. Rukerg.” The ghost paused for a few moments. It continued, “for starters, who are you exactly, and what were you doing aboard the Gamma platform standing alone as the sole survivor when everyone else was killed? How were you the only one to survive? Why were you the only one to survive?”

The ghost waited patiently for a response, but none came.

“It would really be to your benefit if you talked, Mr. Rukerg. Go ahead, I’ll give you some time to collect your thoughts.”

The ghost again waited patiently, but there was still no response. The ghost sighed. It approached Rukerg.

“Look, we are looking for answers. Perhaps you are looking for answers too.” The ghost spoke smoothly, “let’s help each other out, yes? You have to talk to me in order for this to work, though.” Satisfied with this approach, the figure fell silent in patient waiting.

Words refused to escape Rukerg’s mouth.

“You’re trembling,” muttered the ghost. It began chuckling, and moved back to its initial position facing Rukerg. “If you are afraid now then Maker have mercy on you when she enters.”

Coincidentally enough, at that moment, she did. The steel doors slid open to reveal a petite figure with an imposing shadow. Obscured by shadow and the bright lights behind her, she stuttered unnaturally and moved forward. Rukerg couldn’t see her movements well at first. The sudden influx of bright light from the corridor blurred his vision. As she got closer, his worst horrors came to light. The approaching figure spread to reveal eight thin mechanical arms, moving like a flexible spider across the room.

The ghost speaking to Rukerg was revealed by the corridor light - a Brutor man whose deep-set eyes remained concealed in pitch blackness. His facial nanotattoo was still glowing softly, and he was staring directly at Kruger, hunched forward with his arms on the table to support him. After a few moments, the Brutor began walking out as the mechanical monstrosity injected a needle into Rukerg’s arm. His eyes widened immediately.

“Too late,” whispered the Brutor as the steel doors slid closed behind him. He paused his stride down the corridor momentarily as he heard a faint scream from the sealed interrogation room behind him. He shrugged and continued walking down the corridor with a slight smirk on his face. “You always were better at these sorts of things than I was, Oniseki.”

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I-RED Mobile Headquarters, Prism solar system, Black Rise region
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The air in the I-RED Mobile HQ for the past few weeks has been tinged with apprehensiveness. The attack on the Tsuruma VII installation is still fresh in the minds of many, some of whom still feel the loss inflicted upon them. A newly formed security division, the I-RED Internal Watch, a project child to the one and only “Iron Maiden,” Katrina Oniseki, has been hard at work running background checks on all personnel. Even the slightest bit of suspicion would yield the harshest of consequences - seizure of all assets and a termination of employment from I-RED.

“We doing this to send a message,” reminds Katrina in a cold tone. “I-RED will not tolerate this sort of behavior, nor will we accept non-action until the perpetrators of the Tsuruma attack are erased from existence.”

“I agree that retribution must be swift,” said the Brutor solemnly, “however, don’t you think the extensive power of the Internal Watch and the extremity of their behavior will only serve to encourage people to dissent?” He gazes at her with leveled eyes.

“Enough,” commanded the calm and collective voice of none other than John Revenent. “Katrina. Korbin. You both make good points. I believe, however, that we should maintain our current course of action in the hopes of quickly resolving this situation.”

“Very well, Taisho,” Korbin says with an ever so slight mark of reluctance, “it shall be done; I will continue working with CPF agents to track down the perpetrators and anyone who may have helped them.”
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Addendum: I-RED are guided by testimony from Otiaj Rukerg to a hidden facility on a remote planet on the fringe of Caldari space. They are told that the facility is a weapons manufacturing plant operated by dissenters in I-RED to supply those who seek to overthrow the organization. In reality, the I-RED strike teams find the plant to be empty. They instead find hundreds of seemingly empty clone tubes. Upon closer inspection, it is revealed that these clone tubes are occupied by clones of I-RED capsuleer staff. Shortly after the discovery, CONCORD descends down on the scene after apparently getting word from an anonymous source about illegal clone production. At the same time, I-RED leaders are informed that Otiaj Rukerg has escaped his holding cell with the help of numerous turncoats. The revelation here is that I-RED has been set up. The situation forces I-RED into a precarious legal battle which ensues for weeks. I-RED is eventually able to clear its name and avoid serious consequences, but the trial takes away precious resources dedicated to the ongoing crackdown. Eventually, I-RED are contacted by none other than Jaito Kruger, who takes responsibility for framing I-RED and almost getting a number of I-RED capsuleers' licenses revoked due to illegal cloning. It turns out that Jaito Rukerg was Kruger in reality; he had undergone hefty plastic surgery and genetic alteration to conceal his identity. In his message he claims to have a sizable force of followers, and plenty more agents hidden within I-RED's ranks. He informs I-RED of his grievances against the organization and vows to take dismantle I-RED. He ends his message by saying "see you soon", and goes into hiding again to presumably build up his forces.




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Break

Following some time after the release of the shocking reports regarding news about I-RED from The Scope, independent news agency Aurora Arcology conducted their own investigation using information both public and private. Their private investigation doesn't do much to clear I-RED out of the spotlight, but it certainly helps in putting the pieces of the puzzle together.

Investigative Report (https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5493049#post5493049) by Jandice Ymladris




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Chapter 4: Hidden Secrets

Unforeseen circumstances arise when refugees from a former I-RED supported colony in Syndicate are picked up by EVE University forces. These refugees were to be transported to a more secure location. During the operation, however, a pirate attack disperses the E-UNI transport fleet. One shuttle which got separated from the group reported to be carrying a high value asset in the form of a former I-RED employee, Jordan Kaine. E-UNI representative Haria Haritimado sent out a public assistance request for a formal search and recovery operation. I-RED received this transmission, and immediately dispatched forces to scour the region of Syndicate for the possible wreckage of the craft carrying Kaine. However, I-RED wasn't the only one who dispatched forces into the region...A race against time begins to see who can recover Jordan Kaine, who claims he has important information regarding the "killing fields" in Syndicate.

Upcoming Event (http://backstage.eve-inspiracy.com/index.php?topic=6461.msg108866#msg108866) hosted by Haria Haritimado

Situation Report (http://scifi.duree.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/I-RED-Dossier-on-Jordan-Kaine.jpg) by Haria Haritimado

Summary
Update: 04/24/18 - Yeah honestly can't remember what happened here so I'm gonna try my best to recount this from memory!

A number of independent capsuleers in addition to ones backed by I-RED scour the region of Syndicate for the remains of the transport ferrying Kaine in hopes of recovering him alive. Eventually, the location of the wreckage is traced down and the different groups converge. An agent operating on behalf of Kalaratiri manages to find and hack open a jettisoned container which holds the alive and well Jordan Kaine. Capsuleers who are more suspicious of I-RED's intentions were also on field, but were kept at bay by the presence of I-RED and its supporting capsuleers. Custody of Kaine is transferred over to I-RED, and I-RED promptly breaks away from the scene and supplies a monetary reward for the agent who secured the location of the wreckage.




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Break

A recent I-RED report reveals the current situation of the captured informant, Jordan Kaine. I-RED officials remain quiet about the matter however. Furthermore, they have yet to release investigation reports regarding the last raid conducted. What is it they are hiding? Are they even trying to hide something at all?

I-RED Official Status Report (https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5530715#post5530715)




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Chapter 5: Resurgence

It has been over a year now since the events following the Tsuruma Incident. Things are going relatively smoothly, and things have gone quiet - at least, in the public eyes. Meanwhile, Internal Watch forces on security contract by I-RED have been working with the organization to weed out any influence and memory of Kruger. Unbeknownst to either party, Kruger has been planning for a long time and those plans are now rolling into motion.

Summary
Kruger reemerged with a bang. A well-equipped fleet led by Kruger attacked a sizable I-RED military installation and seized ships, weapons, and supplies. Kruger and his forces declared an all out war against I-RED. For weeks battles between I-RED and Kruger's forces took place. Although Kruger's forces put up a good fight against the much larger and better equipped I-RED forces, slowly but surely they realized an all out war of attrition can never be won. However, they were able to send a clear message - I-RED is not invincible. Although Kruger was a cunning leader, he was an unstable one. A rift started to emerge within his forces between those who pledged utmost loyalty to him and those who felt that he was betraying the original purpose of the schism from I-RED - to fight against corporate tyranny. I-RED, ever on the offensive to annihilate Kruger and his turncoats, capitalized on this division. Plans were set in motion, and I-RED mobilized for a decisive and strategic attack to end things once and for all.




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Chapter 6: To All Good Things

The war between Kruger's forces and I-RED wages on. In his initial stages, Kruger drew away a number of disgruntled employees from I-RED and claimed to be a champion against Caldari corporate tyranny. However, in the time since then he has proven to be an unstable and questionable leader. His own forces have split between those most loyal to him, and those who now grow apathetic towards him and his madman goals. I-RED jumps on the opportunity to deal a final ultimate strike against Kruger and his forces. Through careful planning, I-RED manages to corral Kruger and his forces into one system. Unbeknownst to Kruger, I-RED prepares a major strike force for one final assault to end it all.

Summary
With his forces cornered and in disarray, I-RED jumps in a sizable fleet intending to send a message back - I-RED is strong as ever and justice will be served. An epic battle ensued and in the process Kruger's vessel was destroyed in a torrent of missile and railgun fire. The remaining of Kruger's forces retreated to lick their wounds, or surrendered to the overwhelming I-RED assault force. Those of Kruger's forces that fled vowed to avenge their fallen leader, and prowl the spacelanes to this day seeking and taking any opportunity they get to harass I-RED. Meanwhile, the captured traitors faced harsh legal punishment as one by one they were court martialed. Although Kruger is dead, the legacy of his terror against I-RED is remembered. The whole ordeal was also a valuable lesson to I-RED on how to handle internal discontent. It was also a wake-up call on the power and determination of those who are not capsuleers - after all, you don't need to be a capsuleer to hurt one.




Epilogue

Order and stability, or at least some variations of them, triumphed in the end. Through your collective efforts either with or against I-RED, Kruger was able to be identified as the master planner behind the Tsuruma attack. I-RED released certain findings of their own investigation after Kruger's death. Naturally, they denied any and all involvement in the Syndicate "killing fields", and attributed blame to Kruger for the atrocious murders. Whether or not Kruger truly was behind these terrible killings will probably never be known. I-RED was successfully able to avenge the lives lost in the Tsuruma Incident, but at no small cost. What was left of Kruger's most loyal followers now call themselves Kruger's Raiders. A small but close-knit group, they try their best to be a thorn in the side of I-RED, even now after a change in leadership for the organization. It was a long and scandalous journey, but as with all good things this too must come to an end.

Fly safe, capsuleer.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Saede Riordan on 17 Dec 2014, 11:15
I am interested, but this is very very vague. I have no idea if its something my character would actually get involved in.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Samira Kernher on 17 Dec 2014, 11:38
*signs up*
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Mitara Newelle on 17 Dec 2014, 12:08
+1
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 17 Dec 2014, 12:23
I'm not going to emptyquote Saede, though I'm mostly in the same camp as Samitara.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Esna Pitoojee on 17 Dec 2014, 13:30
Looks interesting. Consider me interested.

Remember people, this is just an interest thread. You aren't promising your character's participation.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Lyn Farel on 17 Dec 2014, 13:53
Since it's an interest thread only, i'm interested because JFR tempted me to come back at some point.  :)
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: John Revenent on 17 Dec 2014, 17:29
I can't wait. More Space RP is great, also Kor contact me when we both have a moment so we can push this forward in a fluid way.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Aldrith Shutaq on 17 Dec 2014, 18:08
X
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Letos on 17 Dec 2014, 18:14
Sounds great. I would like to join the event. I have to check the details when day and time are known.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Lunarisse Aspenstar on 17 Dec 2014, 21:03
X, pending schedule availability.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Nakito Kobara on 17 Dec 2014, 21:28
Sign me up...
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: kalaratiri on 18 Dec 2014, 01:10
I am interested, but highsec poses some rather interesting problems for my -7.7 self  :D
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 18 Dec 2014, 01:17
It is a barely hi-sec system...0.5 to be exact. You might be fine.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 18 Dec 2014, 01:54
At -7.7, no. :lol:
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 18 Dec 2014, 01:56
Sucks to be a pirate. *shrug*

<3 kala
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Anyanka Funk on 18 Dec 2014, 02:00
[Redacted]
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Demion Samenel on 18 Dec 2014, 03:58
If Im home always

X
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Karynn on 18 Dec 2014, 04:50
It sounds exciting and I wish you all the best with it!

But unfortunately, it doesn't tick any of my character's boxes.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Ibrahim Tash-Murkon on 18 Dec 2014, 05:28
Interested and will attend provided I'm free and it makes IC sense for me to do so. Even if I can't make it the best of luck in organizing it!
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Lunarisse Aspenstar on 18 Dec 2014, 10:43
I am interested, but highsec poses some rather interesting problems for my -7.7 self  :D

Bribe Concord with tags/isk.  It's not too expensive if you are just trying to reduce enough get into a .5 system
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Ché Biko on 19 Dec 2014, 15:57
Consider me interested.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Laurentis Thiesant on 20 Dec 2014, 20:17
Oo, shiny.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 08 Jan 2015, 19:04
OP has been updated with event time and date.

Furthermore, I would like to remind everyone that those of you who expressed interest in participating won't necessarily be receiving an evemail depending on the character in question's personal standings towards I-RED. However, people will still be able to find out about the event IC...provided they are in the proper channels at the right time... :). That is all I will say on the matter.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Reinheart Novan on 08 Jan 2015, 20:49
I'm interested in that.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Samira Kernher on 08 Jan 2015, 21:15
Dang. Won't be able to be there on that day.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 08 Jan 2015, 22:44
 :cry:
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 08 Jan 2015, 23:51
2100 on the 17th should be doable on my end. Assuming I'm not asleep from having fucked up my sleep schedule by dropping my father off at the airport before the asscrack of dawn. :lol:
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Lycaon on 08 Jan 2015, 23:54
Will this be open to freedom loving Dove Sociocrats from the Federation?
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Arnulf Ogunkoya on 09 Jan 2015, 03:13
I am interested & can fly the State without getting attacked by the navy at the moment. So by all means.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 09 Jan 2015, 04:14
Will this be open to freedom loving Dove Sociocrats from the Federation?

As long as said freedom loving Dove Sociocrat hasn't done something horrible in the past against I-RED, sure!
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Esna Pitoojee on 09 Jan 2015, 10:24
Timing is bad on my end and I may not be able to show up until around an hour in. I'll be in contact, though to see if we can work something out.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Anskek on 09 Jan 2015, 13:17
Wow FC way to exclude pira-I MEAN-vigilantes. Rude.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: John Revenent on 09 Jan 2015, 16:28
You obviously have never been to a I-RED event/host thingy? Security is generally tight and we don't mingle with the reddies.  :yar:
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Anskek on 09 Jan 2015, 16:38
I will shave your smug beard with a hedonistic rock you bastard
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Jandice Ymladris on 11 Jan 2015, 06:54
I'm curious to whatever's planned. Hope I can attend as I enjoy bringing player events to the spotlights! Date should be fine for me.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Graelyn on 16 Jan 2015, 18:47
I could try to make it, no guarantees, but yeah.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 16 Jan 2015, 19:06
Sounds good. And just an FYI for everyone, the event is still happening. Final preparations are being done and such. Looking forward to saving the world with you all tomorrow. :)
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: John Revenent on 17 Jan 2015, 21:03
Thank you for setting this up Kor, I had fun. It has been far to long since something like this happened. More-so I cannot wait to read your story you write for this arc.  :cube:

Also... be prepared for more events. I-RED plans on flinging out event/content on a monthly basis, because why not?
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Lyn Farel on 18 Jan 2015, 04:21
Well done ! I like it when the community can do things like that together.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Esna Pitoojee on 18 Jan 2015, 09:05
As predicted, missed the event due to timing. Sorry, as judging by the mail I got it looked legitimately interesting.

Hopefully the next one will fit better with my availability!
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Ché Biko on 18 Jan 2015, 16:25
 :s Ok, so, considering I did not get a mail, what did Ché do to get on I-Red's Redlist?
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Lyn Farel on 18 Jan 2015, 17:09
I think that most neutrals also got no mail, but it was announced on several channels at the same time, like the Summit.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Letos on 18 Jan 2015, 18:20
Could not attend, sorry. The mail was very catchy! I would've gladly joined the story.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Jandice Ymladris on 18 Jan 2015, 23:47
Was an enjoyable event! Shame my connection decided to be a bastards that evening, relegating me to a more passive role  :bash:

Ran a publication on it: Disaster strikes Black Rise colony! (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/01/disaster-strikes-black-rise-colony.html)

Looking forward to what it all leads towards!
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 19 Jan 2015, 00:01
:s Ok, so, considering I did not get a mail, what did Ché do to get on I-Red's Redlist?
Che himself isn't on I-RED's redlist, but his corporation is.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 19 Jan 2015, 00:08
:s Ok, so, considering I did not get a mail, what did Ché do to get on I-Red's Redlist?
Che himself isn't on I-RED's redlist, but his corporation is.
I was mildly (and pleasantly) surprised that I wasn't turned away due to my alliance. :P

(Then again, we're hardly relevant anyway...)
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: John Revenent on 19 Jan 2015, 00:16
Grrr Rote Grrr...
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Veiki on 19 Jan 2015, 00:42
It looks like it was a fun and interesting event for all involved.  :)
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 19 Jan 2015, 01:17
Under normal conditions, Morwen shouldn't have received any mail...however, Kor may or may not have personally interfered with that... >_>
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Nakito Kobara on 19 Jan 2015, 07:20
Sadly I was away on a birthday trip and missed this event. Great initiative and hope to see more in future... :)
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Ché Biko on 20 Jan 2015, 11:58
Che himself isn't on I-RED's redlist, but his corporation is.
Ah, fair enough.
Pity though, it's not like humanitarian events like these grow on trees. And you guys may have missed an oppurtunity to get me to leave ALXVP.

But this new knowledge gives me some hope for interesting RP in the future.
Considering Ché's mostly good record in Ishukone's eyes, are there any plans to inform him that joining ALXVP does not sparkle with I-RED?

Edit: And you didn't think of alerting Ché in the C3SRC, Lunarisse? Tsssk.  :P
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Jennifer Starfall on 20 Jan 2015, 12:17
Che himself isn't on I-RED's redlist, but his corporation is.

Really? There wasn't any indication of this when Jennifer visited the I-RED Lounge a week or so ago. Some members of I-RED even spoke with Jennifer, and none of it was of a "We don't server your kind here" nature.
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Korsavius on 20 Jan 2015, 13:00
I don't really understand the red status all that well, so you'd have to ask someone else. :p

As far as I understand, however, ALXVP is set red because something about anti-government or something...So it is not really something severe, it is just more like "oh meh, its those damn transhumanist anarchists again"
Title: Re: [Event] "Sign-up"/Interest Thread
Post by: Anskek on 20 Jan 2015, 16:25
I wasn't there, but what do I care? Content created. RP made. KORS IS NOW RP FC.

FC?
WHERE IS THE CONTENT?
FC IM BORED GIEB CONTENT!

No seriously way to take the initiative dude. Hope more follow your example.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued
Post by: Korsavius on 23 Jan 2015, 14:29
OP has been updated with Part 2 of this series.


And thanks Anslol  :cube: too bad you are a filthy pirate or I would extend an invite to you
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 23 Jan 2015, 14:44
Not sure if I will be able to make the ceremony thing due to IC medical reasons that may or may not clear up before then. If they do, I should be there.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Lyn Farel on 23 Jan 2015, 15:08
Holy... It s in the middle of the night... Will see if i can :)
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Korsavius on 23 Jan 2015, 15:55
Trying to spread the events in this arc across multiple TZ's to incorporate more players. :)
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Esna Pitoojee on 23 Jan 2015, 16:31
Regarding the timing on Part 2:

I'm presuming you mean 02:00 on the 31st in EVE time, i.e., mid Friday evening for US TZ people?
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Korsavius on 23 Jan 2015, 17:47
No I mean like Saturday evening for US TZ people. Like I said, I'm bad at converting between the different timezones :p
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Esna Pitoojee on 23 Jan 2015, 20:10
Ah, okay. In that case it would be Sunday 02:00 in EVE time/date.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Avio Yaken on 26 Jan 2015, 08:57
Can I attend the ceremony? (   ._______.)
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Korsavius on 26 Jan 2015, 10:40
Sure?

(._____.  )"
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Avio Yaken on 26 Jan 2015, 12:31
Sure?

(._____.  )"


\(._____.)/
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Pieter Tuulinen on 26 Jan 2015, 15:28
Whilst this is a great opportunity for Pieter to wear his black capshade and armband and talk about what a terrible day it is for rain T_T.

Obviously being KoS is a bit of a downer. Still - grats on a nicely planned and executed series of events!
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Demion Samenel on 27 Jan 2015, 06:38
Sorry I missed this  :( was in India for work.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Elmund Egivand on 27 Jan 2015, 21:13
What sort of thing can a privateer with an engineering background contribute to this event.

Also, Singapore timezone here so I might not be able to show up at all.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Korsavius on 29 Jan 2015, 00:37
I can think of a few things a privateer with an engineering background might be able to contribute to the event. However, ICly, any interaction would depend on a number of factors, such as if said privateer has bad standings towards I-RED.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Elmund Egivand on 29 Jan 2015, 03:18
I can think of a few things a privateer with an engineering background might be able to contribute to the event. However, ICly, any interaction would depend on a number of factors, such as if said privateer has bad standings towards I-RED.

Said privateer is currently operating under Fed commission so that's a no go, huh?
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Korsavius on 29 Jan 2015, 11:41
I can think of a few things a privateer with an engineering background might be able to contribute to the event. However, ICly, any interaction would depend on a number of factors, such as if said privateer has bad standings towards I-RED.

Said privateer is currently operating under Fed commission so that's a no go, huh?
Indeed. I-RED tends to work on the basis of IC decisions have IC consequences. So to that end, we generally won't work with pirates or those who operate in opposing militias.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Elmund Egivand on 29 Jan 2015, 19:26
I can think of a few things a privateer with an engineering background might be able to contribute to the event. However, ICly, any interaction would depend on a number of factors, such as if said privateer has bad standings towards I-RED.

Said privateer is currently operating under Fed commission so that's a no go, huh?
Indeed. I-RED tends to work on the basis of IC decisions have IC consequences. So to that end, we generally won't work with pirates or those who operate in opposing militias.

I might have my character show his face and poke about on a whim, if that's okay.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Korsavius on 29 Jan 2015, 19:52
Sure is!
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Lyn Farel on 30 Jan 2015, 01:49
Correcting my previous statement : i will probably not attend.
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Jandice Ymladris on 01 Feb 2015, 14:08
It was a nice serene ceremony, neat to see all those people speeching! Also, looks like Lyn Farel did made it! Yay!

The Tsuruma Memorial Ceremony (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/02/the-tsuruma-memorial-ceremony.html)

Looking forward to any further developments on this!
Title: Re: [Event] Tsuruma Incident Continued Pt. 2
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 01 Feb 2015, 14:14
At first I was like "dammit Samira said the shit I wanted to say", and then I was like, wait, never mind, it's yet another thing she and Morwen agree on.

Also I really didn't think I was going to be able to come up with something so quickly either. Suzie might've had it prepared IC but I sure as shit didn't OOC... :lol:
Title: Re: [Storyline] Tsuruma Arc Continued Pt. 3
Post by: Korsavius on 01 Feb 2015, 18:38
OP has been updated. Details about the next part of the arc will be revealed within the coming days.
Title: Re: [Storyline] Tsuruma Arc Continued Pt. 3
Post by: John Revenent on 01 Feb 2015, 19:09
Those who were decorated will also be recieving a free Harpy Hull as a reward for their efforts.
Title: Re: [Storyline] Tsuruma Arc Continued Pt. 3
Post by: Samira Kernher on 01 Feb 2015, 19:42
Those who were decorated will also be recieving a free Harpy Hull as a reward for their efforts.

Lol can't use. :D
Title: Re: [Storyline] Tsuruma Arc Continued Pt. 3
Post by: Avio Yaken on 01 Feb 2015, 20:00
Those who were decorated will also be recieving a free Harpy Hull as a reward for their efforts.

Lol can't use. :D

Can i haz yours? >_____>
Title: Re: [Storyline] Tsuruma Arc Continued Pt. 3
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 01 Feb 2015, 20:26
Those who were decorated will also be recieving a free Harpy Hull as a reward for their efforts.

Lol can't use. :D

:PIE:
Title: Re: [Storyline] Tsuruma Arc Continued Pt. 3
Post by: Korsavius on 01 Feb 2015, 20:40
Just place it in your hangar as a trophy or something, Sami. :D
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Ayallah on 01 Feb 2015, 22:00
looks really fun, wish I had the sec status to participate
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Samira Kernher on 01 Feb 2015, 22:26
I keep hearing this "too bad I don't have sec status" thing.

It's really easy to repair with tags, you know.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Velarra on 02 Feb 2015, 00:16
Hi, here's posting to express an interest in involvement.

Korsavius, if you'd like some loose background information about Vel for storyline hooks / motivations I'm happy to share privately by one means or another.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Lyn Farel on 02 Feb 2015, 00:56
\o/
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Jennifer Starfall on 02 Feb 2015, 06:39
I keep hearing this "too bad I don't have sec status" thing.

It's really easy to repair with tags, you know.
It is, but it's also a non-trivial expense. To pull my sec status up from -9.5 to 0.0, cost about 500M. This is fine for a change in lifestyle (I was going from PY-RE to ALXVP). Just to attend an event with a real possibility of dropping it again anyway, it's a bit much, in my opinion.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Lyn Farel on 02 Feb 2015, 06:59
I am not sure I-RED really appreciate piwates with such a low ss anyway ?
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Lunarisse Aspenstar on 02 Feb 2015, 11:06
I keep hearing this "too bad I don't have sec status" thing.

It's really easy to repair with tags, you know.
It is, but it's also a non-trivial expense. To pull my sec status up from -9.5 to 0.0, cost about 500M. This is fine for a change in lifestyle (I was going from PY-RE to ALXVP). Just to attend an event with a real possibility of dropping it again anyway, it's a bit much, in my opinion.

It's not too bad if you spend some time ratting and collect the tags.  I've done it a few times with Maria now. *innocent look*
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Korsavius on 02 Feb 2015, 11:12
I am not sure I-RED really appreciate piwates with such a low ss anyway ?
We don't. If ya can't do the time, don't do the crime, ya filthy piwates. :p

You are not required to have a -9.5 sec status to play the game. It is a decision that a player makes on their own, and they must live with the consequences of that decision. :hardcore:
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Morwen Lagann on 02 Feb 2015, 11:35
I keep hearing this "too bad I don't have sec status" thing.

It's really easy to repair with tags, you know.
It is, but it's also a non-trivial expense. To pull my sec status up from -9.5 to 0.0, cost about 500M. This is fine for a change in lifestyle (I was going from PY-RE to ALXVP). Just to attend an event with a real possibility of dropping it again anyway, it's a bit much, in my opinion.

It's not too bad if you spend some time ratting and collect the tags.  I've done it a few times with Maria now. *innocent look*

You lot have it way easy. Let me know when you've ratted your way back up from near -10 the proper way, without using tags.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: kalaratiri on 02 Feb 2015, 11:51
I am not sure I-RED really appreciate piwates with such a low ss anyway ?
We don't. If ya can't do the time, don't do the crime, ya filthy piwates. :p

You are not required to have a -9.5 sec status to play the game. It is a decision that a player makes on their own, and they must live with the consequences of that decision. :hardcore:

I can honestly say that the "consequences" of living with -9.0 are almost entirely negated by access to jump freighters. Living full time in lowsec is fantastic  :D
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum Pt. 3
Post by: Anskek on 02 Feb 2015, 11:52
I keep hearing this "too bad I don't have sec status" thing.

It's really easy to repair with tags, you know.
It is, but it's also a non-trivial expense. To pull my sec status up from -9.5 to 0.0, cost about 500M. This is fine for a change in lifestyle (I was going from PY-RE to ALXVP). Just to attend an event with a real possibility of dropping it again anyway, it's a bit much, in my opinion.

It's not too bad if you spend some time ratting and collect the tags.  I've done it a few times with Maria now. *innocent look*

You lot have it way easy. Let me know when you've ratted your way back up from near -10 the proper way, without using tags.

Kids these days have it easy.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc] Pendulum [I-RED]
Post by: Lyn Farel on 02 Feb 2015, 14:04
I got to -1.9 once by murdering a pirate capsule by 'accident'. It took me ages to get back positive again... :|
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Avio Yaken on 05 Feb 2015, 13:42
Will there be any use for a Duster in part 3? (   .____.)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 06 Feb 2015, 01:49
There most likely will be, but not anything you can actually do in-game of course, due to the limited game mechanics we have access to as players.

Also, updated OP a bit to include artwork for the Tsuruma event and a tidbit about the recent Scope article posted on IGS. You can expect details for Part 3 to be released this weekend. :)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Avio Yaken on 06 Feb 2015, 09:42
There most likely will be, but not anything you can actually do in-game of course, due to the limited game mechanics we have access to as players.
Well i know there's limitations..Just curious if i can be involved as a Duster   (   .___.)

Also Can i bring muh warbarge :o?
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 06 Feb 2015, 16:32
Sure :3
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 08 Feb 2015, 01:29
OP has been updated with details about the recent Scope articles as well as details regarding Part 3 of the arc.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 08 Feb 2015, 09:59
This whole storyline is something intended to bring I-RED out of the quiet corner and give people something to involve themselves in. Everybody is welcome to react exactly as they think they should IC:



I'd also like to point out the Scope articles are OOC greenlit by I-RED. I am the one ghostwriting them and Korsavius is using a Scope alt to post them. Those who are concerned that it's somebody trying to crap on us should not be so concerned. It's all part of the storyline, and unfortunately, we're unable to create a Scope character with more than a few days membership time.

TL;DR THIS IS WHAT WE OFFER FOR THIS STORYLINE


That's right, if you're not feeling special snowflake enough with the public or small group events, you can contact myself, Korsavius, or Makoto for opportunities to place your character in a special role that directly affects the storyline.

Almost all spoilers are available for grabs if you can provide reasonable methods for how your character came by them. Bonus points for espionage or otherwise underhanded ways.

Y'all wanted roleplay?! HERE IT IS!
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Veiki on 08 Feb 2015, 10:24
I think this is a really cool initiative. I hope it results in interesting shenanigans for all involved.  ;)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Ché Biko on 08 Feb 2015, 18:06
/me applauds
 8)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Kyoko Sakoda on 08 Feb 2015, 21:39
:3
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Jandice Ymladris on 09 Feb 2015, 03:53
Okay, Kats post explains alot  :eek: I first thought someone was trying to slander I-RED.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Ember Vykos on 09 Feb 2015, 06:18
Well color me interested. I'll try to get in contact when I get off work.
I was curious if it was gonna be mostly internal or not. Glad its not :D
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Letos on 09 Feb 2015, 06:44
I'm just discovering the extend of the story line. It's a great thing! I would like to contribute an idea in Syndicate with possible physical engagement of some sort. Shall I mail someone for details? Katrina or Korsavius maybe?
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 09 Feb 2015, 13:21
Feel free to do so.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 11 Feb 2015, 14:01
Brief update: I will be posting in this thread to announce a day or two in advance (a few in this case) about what day the next raid will take place. Pending my availability, the first raid of Part 3 will take place this weekend, after Valentine's Day. The exact time will be announced an hour ahead via the IshuNet-Blue mailing list. Looking forward to seeing some peeps there. :)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Avio Yaken on 12 Feb 2015, 10:53
Brief update: I will be posting in this thread to announce a day or two in advance (a few in this case) about what day the next raid will take place. Pending my availability, the first raid of Part 3 will take place this weekend, after Valentine's Day. The exact time will be announced an hour ahead via the IshuNet-Blue mailing list. Looking forward to seeing some peeps there. :)

\o/

Also kor (    ._____.) Y u no answer muh mail
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 16 Feb 2015, 09:12
Today's update brings quite a bit of stuff with it. Added a placeholder for Part 4 (which will take place next week and will be organized by Haria Haritimado), a couple news features by Jandice Ymladris, and some other small tidbits. Furthermore, the next two raids can be expected to take place both on this coming weekend, or perhaps one this weekend and the other the following weekend.

As an aside, I would like to extend my deepest thanks to Haria for stepping up and helping to contribute to the story itself. Kat mentioned in a post earlier that we would be more than willing to allow involvement from different characters, simply evemail us in-game. I'm looking forward to Haria's event, as it will also be a nice break for me. :D

I would also like to thank Jandice for the news features. It should be noted that if any other news organizations would like to obtain information to post articles about, feel free to evemail Kat and myself. The news features by Jandice do include information that may not be readily available to those who were not physically present at the events themselves....so those of you who are interested in following along are encouraged to read through them to understand what is happening with the story. :)

That is all for now folks, looking forward to hosting another raid(s) some time this weekend!
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Jandice Ymladris on 16 Feb 2015, 14:32
As Korsavius explained above, I've been given the opportunity to help out with the storyline by reporting on it. Thanks alot for this trust!
The last two reports I published regarding this storyline was in cooperation with Korsavious & Katrina, meaning it contains hints & hooks regarding the story!

These articles are:
- 'Investigations into the recent I-RED accusations' (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/02/investigations-into-recent-i-red.html)
Here I go deeper into the information Scope has, but also adding some second thoughts to their 'questionable' findings & some observations regarding the scope reports.

- I-RED raids science facility to arrest suspects! (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/02/i-red-raids-science-facility-in-order.html)
I reacted on a call from the IshuNet-Blue mailinglist & joined the event as reporter, observing what the others were doing.

Both articles have been made in cooperation with Kat or Korsavius, to make sure they fit within the narrative. Note the previous articles I published on the I-RED story were my own publications, without any Korsavious/Kat involvement.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Esmanpir on 21 Feb 2015, 17:48
I'm in!
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 22 Feb 2015, 14:43
Next event in ~20 minutes! There will be an opportunity to help or go against I-RED for this event. RP will take place in-game in the channel "I-RED Raid 2". Come thruuu
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 22 Feb 2015, 16:33
The Iron Lady arrives to personally retrieve a suspicious survivor from the latest event...

(http://i.imgur.com/BrquDlm.png)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Kyoko Sakoda on 22 Feb 2015, 20:16
Rocks?
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 22 Feb 2015, 20:31
Rocks?
Rox.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Vizage on 22 Feb 2015, 20:40
Rooks
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 22 Feb 2015, 21:03
Rooks

Falcon, actually!
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Vizage on 22 Feb 2015, 21:47
That doesn't rhyme with rooks at all...
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Kyoko Sakoda on 22 Feb 2015, 23:59
CAN'T STOP (http://cantstoptherokh.ytmnd.com/)
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 23 Feb 2015, 21:18
ALRIGHT Y'ALLZ, I GOTZ SOME UPDATEZ.

First, it has been decided instead of doing another in-space event for Part 3 - Raid 3, a short fiction story will be created instead. This flash fiction will ideally serve the purpose of helping those who are interested in the storyline (or who have expressed interest) get caught up with what has been going on. A release date has not been determined but one important thing to note: the events in this flash fiction will take place after Raid 2, but before Part 4. Individuals interested in being included in the flash fiction must mail Korsavius, and details will be discussed from there.

Part 4 is still happening, obviously. And we here at I-RED look forward to it. More details regarding Part 4 will be announced in the coming days.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 24 Feb 2015, 03:46
Just finished updating OP. It looks more profeshunulz :D

Step aside, CCP. We don't need yo shit*!

*jk pls gib moar content
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Arkon Sarain on 24 Feb 2015, 03:50
This looks like such an awesome story-line, shame I have missed most of the events *shakes fist at timezones*

But yes kudos on a really exciting story, even just to watch and see unfold :D
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 24 Feb 2015, 06:40
People who are unable to make the event times are encouraged to let Korsavius know so he can include you in some of the writing, so at least you still have a part to play.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Arkon Sarain on 24 Feb 2015, 06:41
People who are unable to make the event times are encouraged to let Korsavius know so he can include you in some of the writing, so at least you still have a part to play.

Already have shot a mail through to Korsavius, week ago I think, look forward to seeing what comes of it :)

Like I said regardless, for me at least, just reading about it all is amazing - you guys deserve a lot of credit in my opinion. :D
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Kyoko Sakoda on 27 Feb 2015, 20:16
Can someone TL;DR this story? The OP is rather vague and I haven't been able to follow the forums.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 27 Feb 2015, 21:42
Writing short summaries at the end of each chapter is something I was considering doing...if there is enough interest I'll invest the time to do so.

Otherwise, I'm just gonna say to look through all the links that have been provided to get a good idea of what is going on in the story :p
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 27 Feb 2015, 21:52
Jordan Kaine and Jennifer Starfall meeting has been concluded. Kaine was played by myself.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Jandice Ymladris on 01 Mar 2015, 09:39
Finally managed to get around & publish the newest article regarding the storyline: I-RED chases sabotage suspects across New Eden (http://aurora-arcology.blogspot.com/2015/03/i-red-chases-sabotage-suspects-across.html)

Note, due to the little amount of time I had, I was unable to cooperate with Korsavius, Katrina & Haria to fine-tune the article, so it's a portrayal of the events as they passed.
If it contains major/critical errors, don't hesitate to contact me! I'll correct them asap!
Edit: corrected some parts, with thanks to the people who contacted me regarding this!
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 01 Mar 2015, 09:55
My intention during the tri-facility event was that Katrina was assumed to be "not there" until the very end when she revealed herself by uncloaking. Not sure if that's plausible, but I wanted "Fleet Command" to be sortof an enigmatic voice that was unnamed until the end.

Either way, all looks good.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 05 Mar 2015, 16:42
The next event is still being planned, so please feel free to continue arguing in the IGS in the meantime! Consider it an intermission.

As usual, no hard feelings! It's all just pot stirring for the sake of it.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Avio Yaken on 06 Mar 2015, 11:05
Would i be stabbed if i derailed that thread for the sake of debating if Briefs are better than boxers?


Because i think thats about to happen...
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Lyn Farel on 06 Mar 2015, 11:13
I don't know... What does Huogiku recommand for combat awareness under your templar armor ?
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Jennifer Starfall on 06 Mar 2015, 11:27
Would i be stabbed if i derailed that thread for the sake of debating if Briefs are better than boxers?


Because i think thats about to happen...

To be honest, the deliberate thread derailment, in two threads now, is starting to piss me off.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Avio Yaken on 06 Mar 2015, 12:04
Would i be stabbed if i derailed that thread for the sake of debating if Briefs are better than boxers?


Because i think thats about to happen...

To be honest, the deliberate thread derailment, in two threads now, is starting to piss me off.

Well the i-red derailment was a accident i made with a somewhat legit comment on the current state of the argument

However the thread nuappy made was totally on purpose...Hey no one told them to play along..i just ask "Lets make this thread about waffles" and it happened..Hell even sticher joined in

I think i have a gift for derailing threads....Not a great gift..but i have the power >:D
il use it wisely from now on .___.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 06 Mar 2015, 13:33
I think that's the longest thread I've ever created on IGS, lels
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 10 Mar 2015, 19:41
So uhh, yeah I'm gonna need to put this on hold for a couple weeks. Finals, RL, etc etc...

Unless someone else from I-RED wants to take over for the final events, then by all means. My apologies, folks. Tis the way of life.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Lyn Farel on 11 Mar 2015, 03:06
Flashfic !  :evil:
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Katrina Oniseki on 11 Mar 2015, 10:27
I got it, Swaggins. I'll post, some more events, though at a slower rate.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Makkal on 22 Jun 2015, 03:21
I'm interested in participating in I-RED events.
Title: Re: [Storyline Arc](I-RED) Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 01 Jan 2016, 09:31
Hey y'all...I would just like to rekindle the flame a bit here...

So, it will soon be almost an entire year since the start of this story arc. It was a really amazing experience for me being able to help spice up the RP lives of my spacehomies here. I had never done something like this on this scale before, and I learned a lot! There were some good aspects, and some not so good aspects. Overall, I just hope everyone who got involved enjoyed themselves! Moreover, I hope that people who could not get involved in-game for whatever reason still enjoyed seeing content being produced and following along with the story. It has been a real pleasure and honor, y'all.

Anyway, I would just like to say that I am currently in the works of planning a finish for the story arc. I think it would be fitting considering it has almost been a year. :)

So far I have added some summaries to each chapter of the story (you're welcome kokobearz), and I am currently working on finishing that "flashfic" for raid 3 of chapter 3. I'm still not sure how the story will end...I wanted to do a big bang event, but that does not quite seem feasible now for a variety of reasons...but I will try to make it a worthy ending.

It has been a long break, but the story must go on! Expect more updates as we steamroll into February.™
Title: Re: I-RED Storyline Series, Season 1: Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 28 Aug 2016, 14:31
All seems quiet on the Western front...but behind the shadows, something lurks...



Soon.™
Title: Re: I-RED Storyline Series, Season 1: Pendulum
Post by: Korsavius on 24 Apr 2018, 13:32
Hiiiiii.


So, I finally got around to tying up some lose ends with this story arc. I apologize for it taking me so long to get around to it, but you know what they say perfection takes time.  ;)

Thank you everyone who participated in the arc. It was kind of crazy how it all started really. I remember Anslo doing some random rescue op solo following the aftermath of Operation Highlander. I was around and decided to join in. Then other people came along, and even more after that. Eventually it was this big rescue op over the planet that a bunch of people were a part of. It felt awesome to play with, and was totally organic and raw RP. I wanted to recreate that with a special event of my own (the Tsuruma Incident) and it ended up turning into this whole story arc I developed with the help of Katrina Oniseki. Kind of crazy how that happens! I learned a lot about managing events and story arcs and such with this project, and I hope to keep improving.

Be on the lookout for more story arcs coming out I-RED this year. We've got some fun stuff in the works. :) Fly safe space friends.