A fallen empire ! No, I'm not scared !
Let's hope we can beat them, but I'm not really confident right now.
Let's hope we can beat them, but I'm not really confident right now.
The terraforming of Mars is completed in 2365, and humans begin the process of colonizing it.
To be fair, there wasn't a whole lot they could do with the tech they had at the very beginning. Though I question why there weren't any settlements to begin with. I assume there were some Antarctica-style research facilities, not huge cities.So, humans expanded across the galaxy, became the dominent empire, then went "hey, maybe we should do something with Mars"
To be fair, there wasn't a whole lot they could do with the tech they had at the very beginning. Though I question why there weren't any settlements to begin with. I assume there were some Antarctica-style research facilities, not huge cities.
Sure, getting on Mars is our next step. That just means establishing airtight settlements on the surface and underground in the current environment, like in The Expanse, which we can theoretically do in the next few decades. Such settlements probably already exist. I seem to recall him mentioning some political and military characters coming from Mars. Actual terraforming, early tech or not, to turn Mars into Earth 2.0 is still centuries off. I assume when he said "colonization" of Mars would begin he meant large-scale colonization like with Alpha Centauri and other Earth-like planets.I know, game play reasons, Earth and Mars are different planet types, allowing Earth early terraforming tech just because of Mars is OP.
It is just strange considering how getting established on Mars is the current théorie du jour in terms of the next step
I don't think they will have too much of a problem in the war unless the fallen empire has many more ships. I hope the Federation finally takes some systems from this war. Is the Federation receiving any tribute from the conquered empires?
Well,let's hope we can take on a Fallen Empire.
Also,I'll post a backstory sometime next week.
Also,the raiders had it coming...their way of life does not justify such actions!
Also,you never actually put my name on the Namelist on the first post...
The Federation having an alien ruler... I feel like its an inevitability, and one that would show we're true to our morals.
As for the Thimoid Watchers, I think we can win this! We will not be forced to abandon our AI brethren!
I have a bad feeling about this...
KEL: I don't understand. They're terrified of AI because of our superior nature, so declare war on a race with a vast AI led military and government advisory board already? These guys are idiots.
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KEL: Also apparently humans are also idiots and haven't learnt anything about putting all of their resources in one AIs hands and just letting them do whatever with it. Still, at least this way we can remote access several federation armies whenever we want.
A fallen empire ! No, I'm not scared !
Let's hope we can beat them, but I'm not really confident right now.
They are apparently really powerful city states...but we're the premier galactic power. So long as we aren't one shotted ship by ship, we should win. However, we may lose a lot of money and men in the process. Hipefully the tech we get at the end makes it worthwhile.
So, humans expanded across the galaxy, became the dominent empire, then went "hey, maybe we should do something with Mars"
I just wanted to mention that this is a fantastic AAR. I've been looking into Stellaris for some time, and you've definitely captured something great here. I was curious if I might be able to get my name on your list? I'd love to be involved in such an evolving story.
I don't think they will have too much of a problem in the war unless the fallen empire has many more ships. I hope the Federation finally takes some systems from this war. Is the Federation receiving any tribute from the conquered empires?
I did find it odd that although the Federation was starting to take on a more Imperialistic slant, that they never demanded territory after the last war.
Not to worry, we are still runningHello there...
Not to worry, we are still runninghalfa federation...
Honestly, I was expecting them to be a little...bigger. But they still pack a big punch.Now, the Jibru Cooperative is one of the most expansive empires in the galaxy.
Numerous NGOs protest the increased censorship of the media. Many of these organizations are based on New Irass or enjoy large support among the Awakened, who fear a return to extinction by the Thimoid. Some Awakened buy into conspiracy theories that the Thimoid assassinated Kimberly Zen, who has become something of a savior figure for them.The war is not going well so far, and censorship begins in the Federation to block much of the news trying to report on the early defeats.
TT-01 takes note of the Kalaxenon rearmament and begins drawing up contingency plans.In mid 2377, the Kalaxenon Ancients begin to look towards rebuilding their once grand empire. Their survey and science ships have been spotted in all corners of the galaxy, for previously unknown reasons. Now, it is discovered their purpose was to gain information useful for their eventual return to power. They are rebuilding and retrofitting old, worn out stations and ships, preparing for something that will return them to glory.
The few TT-01 observers who survived the war return to Earth with reams of information on the strength of Thimoid weapons and the power of their engines. One destroyed Thimoid ship, found remarkably intact in the midst of the destroyed Federation fleet, is towed back to the Zen Engineering Station for reverse engineering.It is a devastating battle, and over a dozen Federation ships are lost in the confusing, blinding display. Worst of all, two of the three Federation titans were destroyed. It is not known how many enemy ships are destroyed, but at least one is left floating in the graveyard of the battle. The rest have seemingly retreated. The Thimoid appear not to want to risk their ships too much, preferring to hit the Federation hard then fleeing before their own ships take too much damage.
The Awakened's protests ramp up, demanding that the government release the full truth about the war and protect their lives better.Just as the station is occupied, the enemy fleet returns, battered but still strong. 1st Fleet retreats immediately, having sustained moderate damage from the station. However, 2nd Fleet's battleship's jump drive fails, and retreat is not possible for over a week. By the time they can retreat, they are reduced to dust. Immediately, dozens of new ships are put into production to replace the lost ships. It will be a long time before new battleships or titans are finished. Once again, the media is quiet about the defeat.
TT-01 observes the development.In other news, a new federation has been created between the Jonus Star Mandate and the Hlilje Industrial, called the Star Entente. Also given association status are the Cartel and the Greater Lozavata Khanate, one of the remnant states of the Horde.
In response to the government's public relations campaign, Awakened protesters showcase the Indomitable's jump drive and debris from the original Second Fleet, warning that the government has failed to turn the tide of the war and protect all of its citizens equally. They claim the government would rather make itself look good and throw the Awakened under the bus than uphold its values of equality and fairness. Other groups criticize the ringworld project as a waste of money in a time of war.Nothing changes in the war, as the next election begins. Luckily, the two replacement titans are completed, and the decimated 2nd Fleet is reinforced. As the campaigns begin, President HistoryDude starts a grand propaganda campaign, showcasing the new titans and the upgraded fleets. He also reveals plans he and his administration have been working on for years, even before the start of the war: a megastructural "Ringworld" around Earth. At the moment, Earth is getting very overpopulated, and new living space is very lacking. This new structure will provide much needed space. Along with this, propaganda against the other candidates is everywhere, and it appears that the media is completely on the current President's beck and call. The campaign works, and HistoryDude wins reelection.
Although the war is over, TT-01 and the Zen Engineering Station take note of the losses the Federation sustained. They begin designing newer ship models to correct the fatal flaws in the destroyed ships and with Thimoid technology integrated.Finally, the Thimoid Watchers realize that total victory over Earth and the Jibru is not possible, and they agree to a meeting between the Federation's top admiral Mirox and the Thimoid admiral Obr-Ligt. It takes place in the neutral Steel Bank system of Hanneri, with both sides' fleets standing down. They agree to a peace with no goals or claims. And both sides depart in worse relations than before.
Despite not achieving their goals, the Awakened will not give up. They will continue fighting whether it be to save themselves from the Thimoids or to show the rest of the Federation they too are equal citizens. And every night, each family prays to Kimzen, hoping she will protect them.Despite the victory, the Federation has changed in the twelve years of war. War with a more powerful empire proved to the ruling administration exactly how costly interstellar conflict can be, but censorship of the press is now the norm under President HistoryDude, and the politics are slowly turning into a one-party system. There is no telling how this will affect the future of the Federation.
I was going to go for "General Kenobi!" but the other quote fit our situation better.Glad you got my reference!
The war is not going well so far, and censorship begins in the Federation to block much of the news trying to report on the early defeats.
The victorious armies capture the small enemy force and declare it a great victory for the Jibru and the Federation. This battle, as small as it was, is not censored from the Federation media.
Once again, the media is quiet about the defeat.
So, democracy is slowly degenerating...