A Police Action [ATTN: Everyone]

Sent Per Will of Antony Lassale, President of the Republic of Capua;
An Open Letter, Addressed to the Pirate Captain Theron.
A Police Action, Drafted and Carried by the National Assembly,
With the Advice and Assent of the Senate.
Dated 5 January 1572.
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Dear Former Admiral Theron,

It has come to the attention of this office that over the last several weeks, your men have engaged in several acts of sabotage and unsolicited aggression against this Republic and her trade interests. We Dwarves are a reasonable people; we do not seek, advance, relish or delight in conflict or its pursuit. But it seems that your indefatigable political and military acumen has left us little choice in the matter--with aggressive acts against the Republic as markedly threatening as those you have put forth in recent months, and, consequently, the reality that myself and my Government must face (namely, that your continued operation is completely incongruous with the Republic's stated peaceful intentions), it would be absurd of this Republic not to deal with you in the harshest of ways.

Accordingly, per Acts of Parliament passed this morning, it has become the official stance of the Republic of Capua to acknowledge and recognize High Captain Ciltesse as the Erynnen Archipelago's sole leader, and to recognize his government as the only legitimate representative of the Elven people of those prodigious, and increasingly besieged, islands. As it would seem that your activities move far beyond that of an internal rebellion (with which the Republic would, ordinarily, be unconcerned), a second Act of Parliament confirms that in the eyes of the Marine Nationale and Republican justice system, you and your men hold the legal status of pirates, with everything this entails.

The Republic, however, remains merciful. If her enemies would relinquish their weapons and vessels to the Republic, and cease their belligerent activities, it would be the policy of this Government to pardon such individuals, forgive them of their past, and allow these individuals to avoid the strict penalties associated with piracy. It should be noted that in all ordinary cases, that penalty is to be left to the mercy of the National Razor.

This Government has begun calling upon all nations to join forces against the threat posed by your criminal actions upon the high seas and elsewhere, and it should be known, with absolute certainty, that the Republic will support any practical endeavour, campaign, or action with a reasonable chance of bringing you or your men to justice, or your campaigns to a quick and greatly deserved end. The Marine Nationale assures me that they are ready to cooperate with other ships and actively and eagerly await this opportunity. As part of the campaign we have begun mounting against your particular brand of piracy, the Republic has also begun urging all nations to reaffirm their recognition of, and solidarity with, the legitimate government of High Captain Ciltesse.

In light, then, of the difficult situation the Republic finds itself in, this Government announces, effective immediately, a full-scale mobilization of the resources of the Marine Nationale, Ministry of State Intelligence, and Kuat Shipyards to counter the pirate threat across the Great Sea. Ironically, this police action is to be the first practical test of the latest ship classes available to the Marine Nationale; you could not have picked a worse time to find yourself and your criminal partners subject to Dwarven naval power.

Please, have a nice day.

SIGNED,
Antony Lassale
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF CAPUA

OOC: "I cordially suggest that you go fuck yourselves" ROFL

A letter to 'Grand' Admiral Theron,

If you have any knowledge of my culture whatsoever, you will know that there is no way in whatever hellish expanse of torture you believe in, that I will support the actions of a innocent killing, dishonorable monster.

From the actions you have dealt upon the Republic if Capaua and the childish way you have reacted to their words, I can tell that nothing hangs between your legs. I am, in fact, quite confident there is a hole there so deep it reaches into the faighmennia fosaighal (fucking underworld).

I hope to meet you on even ground and deal with you personally, you dishonorable fuck.

Regards,
Drochasal VII

OOC: I was pleased with that one, myself.

Chopped into the side of a longhouse, the only building left standing in a fishing village burnt to the ground by sea bombardment. Although most of the citizens made it out in time, the corpses of several were hung up alongside the message when Theron's troops entered the city to scavenge.
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Do your worst.

OOC: how did you get through the strait, where Ironhull and The Republic are? Or did you go round the REALLY long way?

OOC: By trashing the few Capuan patrols that I came across. Also, the ocean is a big place.

OOC: Just clarifying.

Drochasal stood up from his chair and walked out of his room, his cape trailing behind him. He sent his fastest riders down to the nearest port, to signal General Cirach and seven warsloops, excluding the generals Warship, to follow the trail of dead Capuans and attempt to find, capture or kill Theron.

I order you to find and annihilate the Garlach(bastard) this instant. This terrorist has killed the women and children of Baile. Take a group of War-Sloops and track that Bigelaisceanne(dickhead) down. Capture him if possible... Kill him if necissary. Follow the charred Capuan ships. They should still be burning at the moment.

To be Received by both leaders of the Republic for Capua, and Erynnen
Written by hand of the Lord Shogun, Ieyasu Torunaga
Dated: January 6th, 1572

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Pirates are enemies of us all, and Kyokai is no exception to this undeniable fact. Any act of unwanted violence and crime upon seas or otherwise is unforgiveable, and should be taken with the utmost haste and prudence. If need be, even in such a trying time, Kyokai shall provide assistance in any way, shape, or form to the governments of Capua and Erynnen.

In regards to Erynnen, Kyokai only supports and recognizes the rule and direction of the High Captain Ciltesse - no others. Therefore, the actions of the Grand Admiral Theron shall be deemed as the highest of crimes, and shall be considered by the Bakufu as an issue of the highest priority. Action shall be taken on our part however, only if asked for by either President Lassale, or the High Captain himself.

With the kindest regards,

Ieyasu Torunaga - 家康-徹ナガ
Shogun of Kyokai




An open letter, addressed to the Grand Admiral Theron
Sent per will of the Lord Shogun, Ieyasu Torunaga
Dated: January 6th, 1572


A wise man once said "Enemies of the World beware, for the World is your Enemy in turn." Pirate Theron, I'm afraid that the world is indeed your enemy. All the lands upon this earth are now after your life or your current freedom. Kyokai is included now, if you haven't read our open statement to the world proclaiming your criminalization and High Captain Ciltesse's superiority over Erynnen.

It is unfortunate for you to have no allies, no friends upon this vast earth, Theron. It's an even greater shame however, that your navy, as great as it may be, stands no chance against my own, let alone the combined might of the world at large. If you had an ounce of decency, or rather common sense, you would repent for your sins against human kind and willfully, silently accept your fate - whatever that might be.

If you choose not to do such a thing, and retain your selfish desires, your lack of sense, and your ill-begotten ways - the allies of this world will simply have to crush you. And if High Captain Ciltesse doesn't make the first blow, Kyokai will move for the strike in full force - if need be.

Please, do meditate on this message,

Ieyasu Torunaga - 家康-徹ナガ
Shogun of Kyokai