Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Veena (COS/Captain’s Girl) in Main Sim Prologue: The Imperial City-A grand Ceremony-The Conquest Begins

Posted by Captain Gunnar Kaldland (Captain) in Main Sim Prologue: The Imperial City-A grand Ceremony-The Conquest Begins

Posted by Lieutenant Junior Grade Veena (COS/Captain’s Girl) in Main Sim Prologue: The Imperial City-A grand Ceremony-The Conquest Begins
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The Sun rose over the Imperial capital of Rome Italy, modern buildings sticking up over the historical remnants of a once-great Empire. The Imperial Palace, built over the ruins of the Roman Forum, was a grand palace the likes of which had not been seen in centuries painted white to symbolize Terran purity. Servants mostly Xeno slaves, were busy setting up for the ceremony that night. Tables, chairs, the finest dining linens, and the best silverware, along with the Commemorative glasses which each guest would be able to take home with them, as a gift from their gracious Empress. Food was being delivered and unloaded into the grand kitchens, for the team of 100 Terran chefs to cook the meals, that the Palace Inhabitants and servents would need for the day as well as the ceremony. Many passers-by would wonder what was happening, as well as those that delivered the necessities. However, all knew better than to ask questions when it came to the Imperial Palace! The centerpiece of the evening was an ice sculpture, in the shape of the Helmet of Hades, surrounded by 9 other smaller sculptures. Cerberus, Persephone, Hydra, Cyclops, Medusa, Minotaur, Kracken, Chimara and the Harpy. Things stayed very busy around the great palace as the day went on, soon the Imperial Gardens were prepared and ready.

As the sun began to set, all the staff of the palace began to get ready for the arrival of the guests of honor. 10 captains that were members of the very Secret Organization known as the Knights of Hades, were arriving to receive the crowning glory to their careers. Waiting to greet them at the front door was the Hand of the Empress. she was a tall woman, that could easily have been the scariest woman in the galaxy! her steel-grey hair cut short and messy, though was hidden by a long hood, she had a face not even a mother could love, featuring a snaggle tooth that hung over her lower lip, and a mole on her cheek, a big bulbous nose, and dark soul trapping eyes. luckily unlike most women in the empire, her outfit covered all of her skeletal thin frame, a dark blood red cloak with gold embroidery made her look like death itself. beside her was her own personal Xeno slave, a small mousy and very submissive Andorian girl of no more than 17, she carried a clipboard which held the names of the guests and everything else that the Hand needed to keep track of.

ST Phoenix

The Captains all entered the grand Palace together, they met earlier in their usual meeting place in Rome for an early meeting then walked over. All ten wore hooded cloaks over their dress uniforms hiding their identities until they arrived. Now the group walked up in two lines to meet with Emperor’s hand. At the front stood two men, one giant bald, broad-shouldered man muscular and grim-looking standing over two meters tall, the other had dark hair and icy cold blue eyes, although he did look small next to his giant companion he stood at six feet and did not lack for muscular stature. The bald giant was smiling widely “This is it, frosty, I think the old man is proud of us now” his french accent was unusually thick “I think the old man is mad we got to this point without him, Marc” Gunnar said in his usual stoic manner. Behind them, their fellow Captains were all deep in conversation with their partner, a fairly unusual occurrence having a group of so many high ranking officers sharing what could be almost described as a friendly conversation.

When the group arrived Gunnar took a step forward and half bowed to the woman in front of him, saluted as was the tradition and spoke “We have arrived” He said simply.

CO

she nodded at the bow and the Salute. “There has been a slight change of plans, The Empress was called away to deal with an important matter. She will be watching the Ceremony over subspace, Follow me We will begin shortly. For now once we arrive in the garden, eat and enjoy yourselves, while your Partners and tokens of the Empress’s esteem are prepared!” she said her voice was low, horse, and slimy matching her horrible visage.

The group whispered amongst themselves at the mention that the Empress would not be there, the quiet words were exchanged until Gunnar looked back and shook his head at the group, they all exchanged glances then nodded. “Lead the way” He said to the woman with a brief smile, he unconsciously turned the ring on his right ring finger, the obsidian mark of their Order.

She lead them through the Grand Hall of the palace, to the gardens in the rear. there were high walls with hedges over top, this garden was made for privacy. however it also had a strange twist, stepping out of the Obviously Europian Italian themed Palace, into a distinctly Japanese themed garden! there was a rock Zen area, traditional Japanese plants, and coy ponds with streams and Bridges, it was strangely peaceful, apparently, the Empress wanted a piece of home in her palace. there were tables chairs, and the like set up with a full feast. Xeno slaves were there to wait on the group hand and foot, not realizing it was the last night of their lives. any non-terran who was to witness the ceremony, or see the signs of the Knights of Hades, would be dead by morning executed to keep the secret organization a secret.

ST Phoenix

Marc and Gunnar exchanged some words on their way to the Garden in a language not familiar to most, the pair seemed to be commenting on the decorations. As they walked past the coy pond a woman Captain behind Gunnar spoke “Is this where you did it Kaldland, is this where you Secured the future of the Knights of Hades?” She asked in an amused voice. Without looking back he answered “No it was much deeper in the Palace” He said without hesitation “And despite what the old man says I didn’t do it alone” He rested his hand on his axe, hanging on his hip, the Woman laughed at his comment but did not reply.

CO

The woman who had laughed moved forward her blue skin visible from underneath her robes she was the only Xeno in the group Her name was Zena Sh’Zoarhi and she was Gunnar’s Protege “Come on Iceman no need to be modest if it were not for Us the Knights of Hades would still be searching for a way to earn the Empress’s favor” she said though very quickly another voice a male spoke “Shut it Xeno whore you should not even be part of this Organization The only reason why you are here is probably spread those whore legs of yours for him” the voice snapped pointing at Gunnar this person was unmistakably Aaron Keener a loudmouth fool of a man from New York City

ST Phoenix

Gunnar stopped dead in his tracks, slowly turned around, hands behind his back, and smiled at Aaron. The group was not accustomed to Gunnar smiling so a few of them visibly flinched “Captain Keener, must I remind you of our laws” he raised his right hand, showing the ring they all shared “With this ring, we are all equal, despite the circumstances of our birth” He said calmly with that same uncomfortable smile on his lips “You know the penalty for betraying our laws or do you not recall what happened to Captain Thompson?”

CO

He simply growled angerly he had always been a hot head but he knew what would happen if he kept pushing he was a racist jerk and Even Zena knew what his smile ment she moved between Gunnar and Keener “Hes not worth the effort Iceman…with that attitude he will probably end up with a mutany on his hands eventually!” she said it was then another woman walked up a human woman she was beautiful emerald green eyes and emerald green hair that was hidden under her hood by olive skin as she hailed from the middle east region of Terra prime “Zena is right Gunnar I have seen the requests from Keeners former commands for replacement officers mostly killed by Keener he will probably end up dead and then one of us is going to have to go rescue his ship and bring it back” Karen S’jet said “Let us just enjoy ourselves and the accomplishment we all helped bring forth here”

ST Phoenix

Gunnar nodded and turned around “We have a duty to be our best Keener, you were chosen because of you potential. Don’t squander it” He said as he continued his walk and half turned his head to Marc “Perhaps we should Consider turning him into a eunuch, see if that calms his tempers,” He said quietly enough for Marc to hear.

CO

Marc chuckled and simply said “Oui oui” then proceeded to the table with the feast and began to fill a plate it was only a matter of 15 minutes or so while the others ate and had a good time then a procession was lead out by the hand there was 10 MACO Officers all women leading an Orion Slave girl by a leash “Let us begin We are gathered here in the glory of our Empress’s grand palace to celebrate our Empress’s cunning for if it had not been for her the Empire would have probably been in the hands of the Fool Known as Archer and now 20 years after the Empress returned to our world with the prize that was the USS Defiant we now have a new weapon and you 10 of the Empress’s most loyal and best captains are to take command of the First wave of our new Hades class Battlecruisers!” she announced calling the captains to attention

“As I call your name you will step forth to receive your commission along with being inducted into the Empress’s personal black ops group the Black Guard you will then be presented with your Black Guard partner and a Present from the Empress herself” the Hand finished

“Marc Demarr” she called looking for the first one

ST Phoenix

The large Frenchman took the first steps towards the main stage, moving with an arrogant swagger and a mocking grin.

Marc Demarr

“Only the French do that. And you humans think we Vulcans are uptight.”

Ferl’lak

OCC Dont worry Our captain is next and after that we will be skipping the rest of the ceremony because its going to go the same I want the full impact to be felt for our Captains turn though!

The Hand of the Empress could not be heard apparently this was only for Marc to hear then he was handed something and the first pair a Marine and an Orion slave was motioned forward and presented to Marc it was then the Hand motioned to the three to step to the side at which point the Hand called “Captain Gunnar Kaldland Please Step forward!”

ST Phoenix

Gunnar stretched his neck, allowing it to crack slightly, before stepping forward. Instinctively he touched to tip of his axe on his right side to see if it was still there, a habit most of his fellow Captains were aware showed both excitement and anticipation, some who didn’t know him as well thought it signified nervousness.

CO

The Hand spoke softly the moment he stood before her it was only loud enough that Gunnar could hear “Gunnar Kaldland, It is by order the Empress that you be given all the powers and privileges of the Black Guard special operations branch of the Imperial Forces the Black Guard are not trained but chosen, Individuals forged in the fires of service and battle those whose actions elevate them above rank and file! The Black Guard are a Weapon, a symbol of loyalty courage and self-reliance the are the right hand of the Empress and the instruments of her will the Black Guard bare a great burden they are the protectors of the Empire both its first and last line the Elite of the Elite the Law of the Empire is theirs to Execute!” she began it was a time-honored speech for induction into the Black Guard and while the Knights of Hades were technically well above the Black Guard at least they could be more or less public with the Black Guard identity whereas the Knights of Hades had to be kept even quieter the Hand offered Gunnar the Patch of the Black Guard a simple starfield with a Black and Kitsune mask and crossed swords behind it he would signal his acceptance by taking the patch

Gunnar gave the woman a curt nod as he accepted the patch. Now his group would no longer have to work in the shadows, now they were beyond the shadows.

“It is the Empress’s will that you be assigned the Second of the Hades Class Battlecruisers the USS Cerberus” she said “And here is your Black Guard partner Abigail Graham and she leads a gift to you from the Empress” she said motioning to Abigail and Veena to come forward

ST Phoenix

“Come on” Abi said walking forward she was barely holding the leash. She knew it wasn’t needed. Besides if any of the salves tried to bolt. They would be gunned down by the entire room. After all, all Terrans where always armed.

Abi looked at Gunnar and saluted “Good to see you again. Here is your gift. I look forward to serving with you” She said handing Gunnar the leash.

Mar. Capt Graham (MACO CO)

Gunnar returned the Salute “You as well Captain, Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion.” He gave the smallest hint of a smile then accepted the leash and turned his gaze towards his ‘gift’.

Veena followed eyes down as required but there was a pride in her step at being the center of attention. She was a slave but she was Master’s slave and everyone in the room should envy her Master for owning her. So she presented herself in her manner her walk and her beauty as the best of the tribute being presented. To her satisfaction the crowd actually fell silent. But of course no pride or satisfaction showed in her face she looked up just enough to see her Masters face as he recieved theleash. She had been trained, conditioned and expecting this moment. It was how Orions ensured that slaves were loyal. So she looked at her Master and she fell completely in love with him with all of her mind and soul at that moment. Only the Maco Captain, her Master and the hand of the Empress were close enough to see her tremble slightly as her knees went weak. She recovered quickly. She put her mask of subserviance back into place. She started to breath again. She waited to be led. Following her Master with her stage demeanor in place for the onlookers. Her Masters willing property. Just as she was trained to be.

Veena The Captains Slave Woman.

Gunnar gave the Orion a once over then turned to the Hand “Send my regards” He didn’t need to say anything else, looking back at his group once more he left the stage. After they had gone out of sight he turned to Captain Graham “I hope than since you’ve been assigned to me I can expect to have your Vixens as well?” He asked. Out of all the MACO’s he could have had none had as an impressive catalogue of Loyal followers, on the other side, of course, her tendency to execute officers was known to him and might pose a problem.

CO

Abi smirked “Of course. They will go where i go.” she said simply “Much like that axe of yours.” she added. Abi was looking forward to her assignment more now. She knew Gunnar. His blood lust was fine by Abi. It meant her merciless attitude would fit well. After all the more he wanted the kill the more she could enjoy herself.

“Congratulations on joining our ranks. It’s about time in my opinion” she aid after a short pause.

Mar. Capt Graham (MACO CO)

Gunnar simply inclined his head in gratitude.

Veena stood waiting not speaking or looking at anyone . The deoth of her emotional responce was far greater than she had expected. It shouldn’t be so all consuming as it was. It was likely that the Imperial brainwashing and her institute indoctrination had combined in a way that left her very much in a state simular to what her pheremones could induce. This was dangerous. If she ever needed to think clearly it was now. All she could do right now was wait. Speak only when addressed directly and learn what her Master expected of her from now on.

Veena The Captain’s slave

OCC Fixing the Split

IC

One by one each captain went up and accepted their promotion and induction into the Black Guard however when the hand called “Zena Sh’Zoarhi” and Zena stepped forward revealing that she was in fact a Xeno an Andorian to be specific quite a few of the palace guards and even the rest of the MACO and Slaves all began whispering to each other more in shock and disgust the look on the MACO was one of complete shock and disgust at the sight of a Xeno getting such a high honor however the Hand proceeded to induct the Andorian almost as if she was ignoring the blue skin and antenna afterwords Zena walked up to Gunnar “Well I got assigned the ISS Kraken this is my MACO Partner Jasmine Jones” she said however the MACO spat “Xeno scum We may be partners and I may not be able to take you out myself…but be ready because I will not be pulling your disgusting blue backside out of any situation!” Jones Spat Zena turned sharply looking at the MACO with a pure neutral expression “Captain I get you don’t like me but let’s try to remember our manners The fact you detest me does not bother me in the slightest though I still expect my orders followed and I do hope to earn your trust even slightly” she said the MACO captain only sniffed in derision the Orion slave that had been given to Zena looked very confused overall

ST Phoenix

Veena wasn’t in a position to give advice and likely never would be but there was a game the students of the institue played that she could use now. By subtly shifting her posture. A hip lean here the way a foot shifted subtle messages could be imparted. Veena shifted uncomfortably in reaction to the exchange. Her message was protect your master. It hopefully would remind the other Orion slave that if her Master died her slave was just as dead. Veena was very acomplished at this game and had once recited an entire errotic poem to her classmates white giving a rather boring report on economic trends in the Tellerite metals markets. A slave had to be prepared to do any task they were assigned. To do. So education covered a wide assotment of tasks.

Veena. The Captain’s slave.

Gunnar turned slightly to face the MACO, he allowed himself a slight smile “Captain Jones, you should be well aware of who I am, as I suspect most of your brothers in arms are” He started in that same calm voice with the icy undertone “So understand that I personally vouch for Zenaa, she has the privilege of being one of the few non-Terrans to Captain a ship and the only one carrying a black Badge, she has ended more rebel lives in the past year than your entire Platoon, questioning her is questioning me” His smile remained but his eyes grew colder “I won’t bother with any threats” He pointed a finger at her hand where the obsidian ring rested then touched his own ring “You know what these mean” He turned to the Andorian “I look forward to seeing what these new ships are capable of” He stated not giving the MACO a chance to answer “I’ll be seeing you Captain” He gave the woman a curt nod before turning and walking away, with the ceremony over he was eager to get work started.

CO

Veena followed her owner close enough so that the leash was loose rather then tight. By design or accident she ended up between her Master and the Maco who hated Xeno’s enough to voice that hatred openly to a xeno the Empress herself had chosen to command a starship. Veena was fairly certain that such a foolish person could make a rash error of judgement if provoked. Also that Maco Captain Jones wasn’t likely to live a long life. She listened closely to the sounds coming from the group they left just in case.

Veena. Captain’s slave.

Zena nodded to Gunnar turning and walking away and leading her group to go get packed and beam up to their new ship the others were doing the same as well it was time for Gunnar and company to do so as well…The Cerberus Was waiting!

ST Phoenix

OCC
Thank you all for your paitients I wanted the start of my first sim to be something epic So yeah…but in the future I will try to do so quicker :P