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and the shattered remnants of your flagship are preparing to land on the
 
and the shattered remnants of your flagship are preparing to land on the
 
surface. Your only comfort is that the Usurper vessel was destroyed as
 
surface. Your only comfort is that the Usurper vessel was destroyed as
well—but you can look forward to facing your nemesis
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well--but you can look forward to facing your nemesis
 
somewhere on the vastness of Planet. You now shape the destiny of your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0>
 
somewhere on the vastness of Planet. You now shape the destiny of your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0>
 
faction, which has just made PLANETFALL!
 
faction, which has just made PLANETFALL!
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and the shattered remnants of your flagship are preparing to land on the
 
and the shattered remnants of your flagship are preparing to land on the
 
surface. Your only comfort is that the Caretaker vessel was destroyed as
 
surface. Your only comfort is that the Caretaker vessel was destroyed as
well—but you can look forward to facing your nemesis
+
well--but you can look forward to facing your nemesis
 
somewhere on the vastness of Planet. You now shape the destiny of your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0>
 
somewhere on the vastness of Planet. You now shape the destiny of your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0>
 
faction, which has just made PLANETFALL!
 
faction, which has just made PLANETFALL!
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since The Landing. Your secret project, $PROJECTNAME4, is
 
since The Landing. Your secret project, $PROJECTNAME4, is
 
complete, and you are at last ready to put your plans into action
 
complete, and you are at last ready to put your plans into action
and fulfill yours, and Planet’s, destiny.
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and fulfill yours, and Planet's, destiny.
  
 
#GOODYRESOURCE
 
#GOODYRESOURCE
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#wave 0
 
#wave 0
 
#caption Operations Director
 
#caption Operations Director
An {alien device} has inadvertently tapped an underground river!
+
An {alien device} has inadvertantly tapped an underground river!
  
 
#GOODYMINE
 
#GOODYMINE
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Welcome to Planet, $TITLE0 $NAME1. You bring many unique talents to
+
"Welcome to Planet, $TITLE0 $NAME1. You bring many unique talents to
 
our new world. Permit me to introduce myself; among humans I am known as
 
our new world. Permit me to introduce myself; among humans I am known as
 
$NAME3, $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4, and on this world I plan
 
$NAME3, $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4, and on this world I plan
$TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6.
+
$TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6."
  
 
#INTRONEW4
 
#INTRONEW4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Well met, $TITLE0 $NAME1. I am $TITLE2 $NAME3, and act as
+
"Well met, $TITLE0 $NAME1. I am $TITLE2 $NAME3, and act as
 
the voice of the $FACTION4, whose intent is $TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6.
 
the voice of the $FACTION4, whose intent is $TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6.
I see you and your minions have flourished on this unforgiving world.
+
I see you and your minions have flourished on this unforgiving world."
  
 
#INTRONEW5
 
#INTRONEW5
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“So, you must be $TITLE0 $NAME1.
+
"So, you must be $TITLE0 $NAME1.
 
I, $TITLE2 $NAME3 of the $FACTION4, offer greetings.
 
I, $TITLE2 $NAME3 of the $FACTION4, offer greetings.
 
Word of your accomplishments has spread since the time of your landing.
 
Word of your accomplishments has spread since the time of your landing.
 
You may be aware that I plan $TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6. Do not attempt
 
You may be aware that I plan $TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6. Do not attempt
to interfere.
+
to interfere."
  
 
#INTROMAD4
 
#INTROMAD4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Well, well, if it isn’t the $PEJORATIVE5 $TITLE0 $NAME1.
+
"Well, well, if it isn't the $PEJORATIVE5 $TITLE0 $NAME1.
 
You are a true $ECO_LOONY6! Perhaps you had best stop
 
You are a true $ECO_LOONY6! Perhaps you had best stop
 
$DANCING_NAKED_THROUGH_THE_TREES8 for a moment, for I am
 
$DANCING_NAKED_THROUGH_THE_TREES8 for a moment, for I am
$NAME3, $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4!
+
$NAME3, $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4!"
  
 
#BUYTECH1
 
#BUYTECH1
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“For my files on {$TECH0,} the price is {$NUM0 energy credits.}
+
"For my files on {$TECH0,} the price is {$NUM0 energy credits."}
  
“Price: ridiculous!
+
"Price: ridiculous!"
 
Pay $NUM0 energy credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 energy credits.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“My cartographers are attempting to compile a complete map of this
+
"My cartographers are attempting to compile a complete map of this
 
planet. Will you exchange a copy of your own {maps} for my information
 
planet. Will you exchange a copy of your own {maps} for my information
on {$TECH1?}
+
on {$TECH1?"}
  
“No. Maps: too important: your eyes.
+
"No. Maps: too important: your eyes."
“Acceptable.
+
"Acceptable."
  
 
#TRADETECH5
 
#TRADETECH5
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Many areas of this world remain unexplored and dangerous. Would you
+
"Many areas of this world remain unexplored and dangerous. Would you
care to exchange cartographic information to insure our mutual safety?
+
care to exchange cartographic information to insure our mutual safety?"
  
“No. Maps: too important: your eyes.
+
"No. Maps: too important: your eyes."
“Acceptable.
+
"Acceptable."
  
 
#TRADETECHOPT
 
#TRADETECHOPT
“Give instead: {$TECH9}: deal.
+
"Give instead: {$TECH9}: deal."
“No: instead: Progenitor: divulge information: {$TECH2.}
+
"No: instead: Progenitor: divulge information: {$TECH2."}
“Allow: time passage: consultation of {Datalinks.}
+
"Allow: time passage: consultation of {Datalinks."}
  
 
#ENERGYTECH2
 
#ENERGYTECH2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your information on {$TECH0} is of interest to me, but I can
+
"Your information on {$TECH0} is of interest to me, but I can
only pay you {$NUM0 energy credits.} Is this satisfactory?
+
only pay you {$NUM0 energy credits.} Is this satisfactory?"
  
“Price: insufficient.
+
"Price: insufficient."
 
Transmit information on $TECH0.
 
Transmit information on $TECH0.
“No: but: $TECH1: same price.
+
"No: but: $TECH1: same price."
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I am intrigued by your offer, but can accept only if it is made
+
"I am intrigued by your offer, but can accept only if it is made
 
on the basis of equal access to data. Will you transmit to me all
 
on the basis of equal access to data. Will you transmit to me all
of your data on {$TECH2} as a token of our future friendship?
+
of your data on {$TECH2} as a token of our future friendship?"
  
“Information: classified, $TITLE1.
+
"Information: classified, $TITLE1."
 
Transmit data on $TECH2.
 
Transmit data on $TECH2.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your proposal suits my $PET_PROJECTS3 perfectly. However, I find myself in
+
"Your proposal suits my $PET_PROJECTS3 perfectly. However, I find myself in
 
urgent need of information on {$TECH2.} Can you transmit it to me at
 
urgent need of information on {$TECH2.} Can you transmit it to me at
once?
+
once?"
  
“Information: classified. Emotion: mock sorrow.
+
"Information: classified. Emotion: mock sorrow."
 
Transmit data on $TECH2.
 
Transmit data on $TECH2.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I see that cooperation could be profitable. In fact, recent
+
"I see that cooperation could be profitable. In fact, recent
 
events have left my energy budget with a {$NUM0 credit} shortfall.
 
events have left my energy budget with a {$NUM0 credit} shortfall.
Can you spare the reserves to make it up?
+
Can you spare the reserves to make it up?"
  
“Your shortfall: not Progenitor problem.
+
"Your shortfall: not Progenitor problem."
 
Wire $NUM0 credits.
 
Wire $NUM0 credits.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Bold words, $TITLE5, but will you back them by pronouncing Vendetta
+
"Bold words, $TITLE5, but will you back them by pronouncing Vendetta
on my bitter foes the {$FACTION6?}
+
on my bitter foes the {$FACTION6?"}
  
“Honor: does not allow.
+
"Honor: does not allow."
“Agree: mercilessly crush: $FACTION6!
+
"Agree: mercilessly crush: $FACTION6!"
  
 
#TURNABOUT
 
#TURNABOUT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Let me offer a counter proposal, $TITLE0. If you will first withdraw all
+
"Let me offer a counter proposal, $TITLE0. If you will first withdraw all
of your forces from MY territory, I will happily do likewise.
+
of your forces from MY territory, I will happily do likewise."
  
“End of thought: forces to remain in place.
+
"End of thought: forces to remain in place."
“Agreed: Progenitor forces: withdrawn.
+
"Agreed: Progenitor forces: withdrawn."
  
 
#REALLYBROKE
 
#REALLYBROKE
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Null and void!? $PACTBROTHERORSISTER0, do you truly intend to turn your back on
+
"Null and void!? $PACTBROTHERORSISTER0, do you truly intend to turn your back on
our years of friendship!?
+
our years of friendship!?"
  
“Translation error: said: ‘full of droids.’”
+
"Translation error: said: 'full of droids.'"
“Yes: human idiom: tired of you.
+
"Yes: human idiom: tired of you."
  
 
#MAYBEWARPRICE
 
#MAYBEWARPRICE
 
#itemlist
 
#itemlist
“Stated sum: impossible to raise!
+
"Stated sum: impossible to raise!"
$NUM0 credits: acceptable sum.
+
"$NUM0 credits: acceptable sum."
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECH4
 
#MAYBEWARTECH4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
+
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I’m sure you’re well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
+
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9.}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9."}
  
“Information: classified.
+
"Information: classified."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECH3
 
#MAYBEWARTECH3
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
+
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I’m sure you’re well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
+
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8.}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECH2
 
#MAYBEWARTECH2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
+
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I’m sure you’re well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
+
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4.}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECH
 
#MAYBEWARTECH
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
+
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I’m sure you’re well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
+
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3.}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
+
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
 
My forces are not in position for
 
My forces are not in position for
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3.}
+
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR2
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
+
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
 
My forces are not in position for
 
My forces are not in position for
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4.}
+
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR3
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR3
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
+
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
 
My forces are not in position for
 
My forces are not in position for
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8.}
+
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR4
 
#MAYBEWARTECHFAR4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
+
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
 
My forces are not in position for
 
My forces are not in position for
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
 
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9.}
+
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9."}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
+
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3!}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3!"}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT2
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
+
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4!}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4!"}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT3
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT3
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
+
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8!}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8!"}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT4
 
#MAYBEWARTECHPACT4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
+
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9!}
+
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9!"}
  
“Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor.
+
"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
“Agreed. Transmission: beginning!
+
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"
  
 
#OFFERTECH
 
#OFFERTECH
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Information on {$TECH0} could prove most useful to certain of my $PET_PROJECT2.
+
"Information on {$TECH0} could prove most useful to certain of my $PET_PROJECT2.
You will transmit this data at once?
+
You will transmit this data at once?"
  
“Decision: rescinded. Transmission: none.
+
"Decision: rescinded. Transmission: none."
“Yes: beginning transmission.
+
"Yes: beginning transmission."
  
 
#OFFERTECH2
 
#OFFERTECH2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Information on {$TECH0} could prove most useful to certain of my $PET_PROJECTS2.
+
"Information on {$TECH0} could prove most useful to certain of my $PET_PROJECTS2.
You will transmit this data at once?
+
You will transmit this data at once?"
  
“Decision: rescinded. Transmission: none.
+
"Decision: rescinded. Transmission: none."
“Yes: beginning transmission.
+
"Yes: beginning transmission."
“No: but: $TECH1: instead?
+
"No: but: $TECH1: instead?"
  
 
#PLEA
 
#PLEA
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I am under attack by the forces of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1
+
"I am under attack by the forces of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1
 
of the $FACTION2, who is bent on $EVILAGENDA9. If you will join me in resisting this
 
of the $FACTION2, who is bent on $EVILAGENDA9. If you will join me in resisting this
 
ruthless invasion I shall speak a $PACTOFBROTHERHOODSISTERHOOD3 with you
 
ruthless invasion I shall speak a $PACTOFBROTHERHOODSISTERHOOD3 with you
and provide you with {$NUM0 energy credits} to cover your expenses.
+
and provide you with {$NUM0 energy credits} to cover your expenses."
  
“Refused. You: own devices.
+
"Refused. You: own devices."
“Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!
+
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"
  
 
#PLEATECH
 
#PLEATECH
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I am under attack by the forces of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1
+
"I am under attack by the forces of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1
 
of the $FACTION2, who is bent on $EVILAGENDA9. If you will join me in resisting this
 
of the $FACTION2, who is bent on $EVILAGENDA9. If you will join me in resisting this
 
ruthless invasion I shall speak a $PACTOFBORS3 with you and
 
ruthless invasion I shall speak a $PACTOFBORS3 with you and
 
provide you with $NUM0 energy credits to cover your expenses.
 
provide you with $NUM0 energy credits to cover your expenses.
I shall also share with you all of my information on {$TECH4.}
+
I shall also share with you all of my information on {$TECH4.}"
  
“Refused. You: own devices.
+
"Refused. You: own devices."
“Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!
+
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"
  
 
#PLEAPACT
 
#PLEAPACT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I appeal to you as a victim of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1 of
+
"I appeal to you as a victim of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1 of
 
the $FACTION2, who has sworn a false $PACTOFBORS5 with you and is
 
the $FACTION2, who has sworn a false $PACTOFBORS5 with you and is
 
actually bent on $EVILAGENDA9. Will you
 
actually bent on $EVILAGENDA9. Will you
 
not swear a true Pact with me and help resist $HISHER6 aggression
 
not swear a true Pact with me and help resist $HISHER6 aggression
 
before it is too late and you become $HISHER6 next victim? I shall
 
before it is too late and you become $HISHER6 next victim? I shall
even provide {$NUM0 credits} to cover your expenses.
+
even provide {$NUM0 credits} to cover your expenses."
  
“You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused.
+
"You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused."
“Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!
+
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"
  
 
#PLEAPACTTECH
 
#PLEAPACTTECH
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I appeal to you as a victim of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1 of
+
"I appeal to you as a victim of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1 of
 
the $FACTION2, who has sworn a false $PACTOFBORS5 with you and is
 
the $FACTION2, who has sworn a false $PACTOFBORS5 with you and is
 
actually bent on $EVILAGENDA9. Will you
 
actually bent on $EVILAGENDA9. Will you
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before it is too late and you become $HISHER6 next victim? I shall
 
before it is too late and you become $HISHER6 next victim? I shall
 
even provide {$NUM0 credits} to cover your expenses and transmit
 
even provide {$NUM0 credits} to cover your expenses and transmit
to you all of my data on {$TECH4.}
+
to you all of my data on {$TECH4.}"
  
“You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused.
+
"You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused."
“Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!
+
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"
  
 
#PROPOSE
 
#PROPOSE
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“The $<2:$FACTIONPEJ8> $FACTION2 $<2:has:have> become a serious menace,
+
"The $<2:$FACTIONPEJ8> $FACTION2 $<2:has:have> become a serious menace,
 
and meanwhile $TITLE0 $NAME1 spends $<1:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9.
 
and meanwhile $TITLE0 $NAME1 spends $<1:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9.
 
I suggest we join forces to crush $HIMHER3 while the time is
 
I suggest we join forces to crush $HIMHER3 while the time is
ripe! We should speak a $PACTOFBORS4 on the matter at once.
+
ripe! We should speak a $PACTOFBORS4 on the matter at once."
  
“You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused.
+
"You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused."
“Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!
+
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"
  
 
#PROPOSEPACT
 
#PROPOSEPACT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE5, I have evidence suggesting your so-called $PACTBORS6,
+
"$TITLE5, I have evidence suggesting your so-called $PACTBORS6,
 
$TITLE0 $NAME1 of the $FACTION2 is bent on $EVILAGENDA9 and plans
 
$TITLE0 $NAME1 of the $FACTION2 is bent on $EVILAGENDA9 and plans
 
to betray you most ruthlessly. Let us swear our own Pact and teach
 
to betray you most ruthlessly. Let us swear our own Pact and teach
$HIMHER3 a valuable lesson!
+
$HIMHER3 a valuable lesson!"
  
$TITLE8: speaks: without knowledge.
+
"$TITLE8: speaks: without knowledge."
“Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!
+
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"
  
 
#BETRAYFRIEND
 
#BETRAYFRIEND
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$NAME0, I need a private word with you. I have pretended friendship
+
"$NAME0, I need a private word with you. I have pretended friendship
 
to $NAME2, but I dislike $<2:his:her:x:x>
 
to $NAME2, but I dislike $<2:his:her:x:x>
 
$<M2:$FACTIONPEJ3> minions and I fear $<2:he:she:x:x> is bent on
 
$<M2:$FACTIONPEJ3> minions and I fear $<2:he:she:x:x> is bent on
 
$EVILAGENDA4. I propose that we speak a $PACTOFBORS5 and together launch
 
$EVILAGENDA4. I propose that we speak a $PACTOFBORS5 and together launch
a surprise attack against the $FACTION6.
+
a surprise attack against the $FACTION6."
  
“Choose: decline.
+
"Choose: decline."
“Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: soon to feel combined wrath!
+
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: soon to feel combined wrath!"
  
 
#ENEMYMAP1
 
#ENEMYMAP1
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“So, $TITLE0 $NAME1, I see you’ve run afoul of our little friend
+
"So, $TITLE0 $NAME1, I see you've run afoul of our little friend
$TITLE2 $NAME3. Just between you and me, I’ve recently obtained a
+
$TITLE2 $NAME3. Just between you and me, I've recently obtained a
 
complete map of every major $<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> installation, and I
 
complete map of every major $<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> installation, and I
 
would be more than happy to provide you with a copy in exchange
 
would be more than happy to provide you with a copy in exchange
for $NUM0 energy credits.
+
for $NUM0 energy credits."
  
“No: $NAME3: handled alone.
+
"No: $NAME3: handled alone."
“Proposal: agreed.
+
"Proposal: agreed."
  
 
#ENEMYMAP2
 
#ENEMYMAP2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“So, $TITLE0 $NAME1, I see you’ve run afoul of our little friend
+
"So, $TITLE0 $NAME1, I see you've run afoul of our little friend
$TITLE2 $NAME3. Just between you and me, I’ve recently obtained a
+
$TITLE2 $NAME3. Just between you and me, I've recently obtained a
 
complete map of every major $<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> installation, and I
 
complete map of every major $<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> installation, and I
 
would be more than happy to provide you with a copy in exchange
 
would be more than happy to provide you with a copy in exchange
for your files on {$TECH5.}
+
for your files on {$TECH5.}"
  
“No: $NAME3: handled alone.
+
"No: $NAME3: handled alone."
“Proposal: agreed.
+
"Proposal: agreed."
  
 
#METFRIEND0
 
#METFRIEND0
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You may be interested to know that I’ve been in touch
+
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but I
 
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but I
 
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>. If
 
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>. If
you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x> commlink frequency.
+
you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x> commlink frequency."
  
“Need to speak with $NAME3: none.
+
"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
“Yes. Emotion: gratitude.
+
"Yes. Emotion: gratitude."
  
 
#METFRIEND0a
 
#METFRIEND0a
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You may be interested to know that I’ve been in touch
+
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
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I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
 
I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
 
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
 
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency.
+
commlink frequency."
  
“Need to speak with $NAME3: none.
+
"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
“Yes. Emotion: gratitude.
+
"Yes. Emotion: gratitude."
  
 
#METFRIEND1
 
#METFRIEND1
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You may be interested to know that I’ve been in touch
+
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
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have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>.
 
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>.
 
If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
 
If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH6.}
+
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH6.}"
  
“Need to speak with $NAME3: none.
+
"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
“Emotion: gratitude. Files on {$TECH6}: transmitting.
+
"Emotion: gratitude. Files on {$TECH6}: transmitting."
  
 
#METFRIEND1a
 
#METFRIEND1a
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You may be interested to know that I’ve been in touch
+
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
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I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
 
I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
 
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
 
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH6.}
+
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH6.}"
  
“Need to speak with $NAME3: none.
+
"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
“Emotion: gratitude. Files on {$TECH6}: transmitting.
+
"Emotion: gratitude. Files on {$TECH6}: transmitting."
  
 
#METFRIEND2
 
#METFRIEND2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You may be interested to know that I’ve been in touch
+
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
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have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>.
 
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>.
 
If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
 
If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for a mere $NUM0 energy credits.
+
commlink frequency in exchange for a mere $NUM0 energy credits."
  
“Need to speak with $NAME3: none.
+
"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
“Agreement. $NUM0 credits: wired.
+
"Agreement. $NUM0 credits: wired."
  
 
#METFRIEND2a
 
#METFRIEND2a
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You may be interested to know that I’ve been in touch
+
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
 
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
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I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
 
I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
 
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
 
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for a mere {$NUM0 energy credits.}
+
commlink frequency in exchange for a mere {$NUM0 energy credits.}"
  
“Need to speak with $NAME3: none.
+
"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
“Agreement. $NUM0 credits: wired.
+
"Agreement. $NUM0 credits: wired."
  
 
#BOTHFRIEND
 
#BOTHFRIEND
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“So, I hear you’ve been in touch with $NAME3.
+
"So, I hear you've been in touch with $NAME3.
 
Just between us, I find $<3:his:her:x:x> $<M2:$FACTIONPEJ4> minions
 
Just between us, I find $<3:his:her:x:x> $<M2:$FACTIONPEJ4> minions
a bit creepy, but so far we’ve been able to cooperate and
+
a bit creepy, but so far we've been able to cooperate and
 
$<3:he:she:x:x> has not tried to interfere in my affairs. Speaking
 
$<3:he:she:x:x> has not tried to interfere in my affairs. Speaking
 
of which, I have a nice {map of $<M1:$FACTIONADJ5> territory} which
 
of which, I have a nice {map of $<M1:$FACTIONADJ5> territory} which
I’d be happy to exchange for your information on {$TECH6.}
+
I'd be happy to exchange for your information on {$TECH6.}"
  
“Such maps: not needed.
+
"Such maps: not needed."
“Maps: eagerly accepted. Data: sending now.
+
"Maps: eagerly accepted. Data: sending now."
  
 
#ANYNEWS
 
#ANYNEWS
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Do you know of $NAME1? I have not been able to locate
+
"Do you know of $NAME1? I have not been able to locate
 
$<1:him:her:x:x> or $<1:his:her:x:x> $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2> faction since
 
$<1:him:her:x:x> or $<1:his:her:x:x> $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2> faction since
 
the time of our Planetfall, and wanted to continue some of our earlier
 
the time of our Planetfall, and wanted to continue some of our earlier
 
conversations. If you have $<1:his:her:x:x> comm frequency I could
 
conversations. If you have $<1:his:her:x:x> comm frequency I could
offer $NUM0 energy credits for your trouble.
+
offer $NUM0 energy credits for your trouble."
  
$NAME1: unaware of frequency.
+
"$NAME1: unaware of frequency."
“Yes. Frequency: forwarding now.
+
"Yes. Frequency: forwarding now."
  
 
#COMMLINKTECH
 
#COMMLINKTECH
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“If you like, I can provide you with the $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2>
+
"If you like, I can provide you with the $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2>
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH0.}
+
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH0.}"
  
“Desire: rescinded.
+
"Desire: rescinded."
{$TECH0}: data transmission: begins.
+
"{$TECH0}: data transmission: begins."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK0
 
#DEMANDATTACK0
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your so-called $PACTBROTHERORSISTER0, $TITLE1’ $NAME2, has gone mad,
+
"Your so-called $PACTBROTHERORSISTER0, '$TITLE1' $NAME2, has gone mad,
 
and now spends $<2:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9.
 
and now spends $<2:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9.
Won’t you renounce your Pact with the $FACTION3 to gain my friendship?
+
Won't you renounce your Pact with the $FACTION3 to gain my friendship?"
  
“No: $FACTION3: loyal allies.
+
"No: $FACTION3: loyal allies."
“Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked.
+
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK1A
 
#DEMANDATTACK1A
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Were you aware that my hated enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3,
+
"Were you aware that my hated enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3,
 
now spends most of $<2:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9? Let us join
 
now spends most of $<2:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9? Let us join
forces and put an end to $<2:his:her:x:x> $BADHABITS6!
+
forces and put an end to $<2:his:her:x:x> $BADHABITS6!"
  
“No. $NAME2: friend.
+
"No. $NAME2: friend."
“Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked.
+
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK1B
 
#DEMANDATTACK1B
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“My nemesis, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, is bent on
+
"My nemesis, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, is bent on
 
$IMPLEMENTING_HIS_EVIL_AGENDA8. I propose that you switch allegiances
 
$IMPLEMENTING_HIS_EVIL_AGENDA8. I propose that you switch allegiances
and help me stop $<2:him:her:x:x> before it is too late!
+
and help me stop $<2:him:her:x:x> before it is too late!"
  
“No: $NAME2: friend.
+
"No: $NAME2: friend."
“Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked.
+
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK2a
 
#DEMANDATTACK2a
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“The $<2:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE1 $NAME2 and $<2:his:her:x:x> $<M1:$FACTIONPEJ9>
+
"The $<2:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE1 $NAME2 and $<2:his:her:x:x> $<M1:$FACTIONPEJ9>
 
minions have ruthlessly attacked my holdings. Will you assist me in
 
minions have ruthlessly attacked my holdings. Will you assist me in
repulsing them?
+
repulsing them?"
  
“No: pledged Blood Truce: $FACTION3.
+
"No: pledged Blood Truce: $FACTION3."
“Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed.
+
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK2b
 
#DEMANDATTACK2b
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your sometime enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, who has always
+
"Your sometime enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, who has always
 
irrationally feared my $PET_PROJECTS8, has now brutally attacked my
 
irrationally feared my $PET_PROJECTS8, has now brutally attacked my
 
settlements bent on $IMPLEMENTING_HIS_EVIL_AGENDA9. Will you assist
 
settlements bent on $IMPLEMENTING_HIS_EVIL_AGENDA9. Will you assist
 
me in repulsing $<2:him:her:x:x>?
 
me in repulsing $<2:him:her:x:x>?
  
“No: pledged Blood Truce: $FACTION3.
+
"No: pledged Blood Truce: $FACTION3."
“Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed.
+
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK3
 
#DEMANDATTACK3
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“My mortal enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, has brutally
+
"My mortal enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, has brutally
attacked my settlements. I’m afraid I must now insist that you
+
attacked my settlements. I'm afraid I must now insist that you
honor our Pact and join my Vendetta against $HIMHER5.
+
honor our Pact and join my Vendetta against $HIMHER5."
  
“Unaware: Pact required fighting. Emotion: sorrow.
+
"Unaware: Pact required fighting. Emotion: sorrow."
“Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed.
+
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."
  
 
#DEMANDATTACK4
 
#DEMANDATTACK4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“My enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, has ruthlessly
+
"My enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, has ruthlessly
attacked my holdings. Will you assist me in repulsing $HIMHER5?
+
attacked my holdings. Will you assist me in repulsing $HIMHER5?"
  
“No: $FACTION3: done no harm: Progenitor.
+
"No: $FACTION3: done no harm: Progenitor."
“Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed.
+
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE0
 
#DEMANDBRIBE0
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“My $<1:$CHARADJ5> $TITLE0, it has become customary for a minor faction leader
+
"My $<1:$CHARADJ5> $TITLE0, it has become customary for a minor faction leader
such as yourself to remit me a small, ah, let us say $FEE8,
+
such as yourself to remit me a small, ah, let us say '$FEE8,'
 
to compensate for the services my forces provide in
 
to compensate for the services my forces provide in
 
$PROVIDING_VALUABLE_SERVICES9. In your case I believe {$NUM0 energy
 
$PROVIDING_VALUABLE_SERVICES9. In your case I believe {$NUM0 energy
credits} would be quite sufficient.
+
credits} would be quite sufficient."
  
$NAME3: $INSULT6: get nothing.
+
"$NAME3: $INSULT6: get nothing."
Pay $NUM0 credit $FEE8.
+
Pay $NUM0 credit '$FEE8.'
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE1
 
#DEMANDBRIBE1
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Planet is a dangerous world, $TITLE0 $NAME1, and who knows
+
"Planet is a dangerous world, $TITLE0 $NAME1, and who knows
 
what unforeseen tragedies could befall your fragile $PETPROJECTS8. But
 
what unforeseen tragedies could befall your fragile $PETPROJECTS8. But
 
if you will provide me with {$NUM0 energy credits,} I shall instruct
 
if you will provide me with {$NUM0 energy credits,} I shall instruct
$MY_ENVIRONMENTAL_POLICE9 to see that no such ‘accidents’ occur.
+
$MY_ENVIRONMENTAL_POLICE9 to see that no such 'accidents' occur."
  
$NAME3: $INSULT6: get nothing.
+
"$NAME3: $INSULT6: get nothing."
Pay $NUM0 credit $FEE8.
+
Pay $NUM0 credit '$FEE8.'
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE2
 
#DEMANDBRIBE2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Let us discuss the situation frankly, $TITLE0 $NAME1. Your
+
"Let us discuss the situation frankly, $TITLE0 $NAME1. Your
 
$RIGHT_WING_FANTASIES8 $<8:stands:stand> in the way of my plans
 
$RIGHT_WING_FANTASIES8 $<8:stands:stand> in the way of my plans
 
$TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION9. I will agree to overlook this
 
$TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION9. I will agree to overlook this
 
state of affairs for the time being, but only in exchange
 
state of affairs for the time being, but only in exchange
for {$NUM0 energy credits.}
+
for {$NUM0 energy credits."}
  
“Unimpressed: your $BAD_HABITS6.
+
"Unimpressed: your $BAD_HABITS6."
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE3
 
#DEMANDBRIBE3
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE0, You are in contravention of $THE_ENVIRONMENTAL_CODE9! You
+
"$TITLE0, You are in contravention of $THE_ENVIRONMENTAL_CODE9! You
 
must pay the fine of {$NUM0 energy credits} at once or suffer the
 
must pay the fine of {$NUM0 energy credits} at once or suffer the
consequences.
+
consequences."
  
“Intention to collect: how to implement?
+
"Intention to collect: how to implement?"
Pay $NUM0 credit ‘fine.
+
Pay $NUM0 credit 'fine.'
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE4
 
#DEMANDBRIBE4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Do you tire of our Vendetta so soon, $NAME0?
+
"Do you tire of our Vendetta so soon, $NAME0?
 
I will call it off for nothing more than your
 
I will call it off for nothing more than your
humble apology and {$NUM0 energy credits.}
+
humble apology and {$NUM0 energy credits."}
  
$NAME3: delusional. Your destruction: imminent.
+
"$NAME3: delusional. Your destruction: imminent."
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
“Apology: profound. Credits: only $NUM1.
+
"Apology: profound. Credits: only $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE5a
 
#DEMANDBRIBE5a
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You have now felt the fist within the
+
"You have now felt the fist within the
 
$<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> glove, $TITLE0. Pay me {$NUM0 energy
 
$<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> glove, $TITLE0. Pay me {$NUM0 energy
 
credits} at once and I shall spare you further
 
credits} at once and I shall spare you further
indignity.
+
indignity."
  
$NAME3 threats: ignored.
+
"$NAME3 threats: ignored."
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE5b
 
#DEMANDBRIBE5b
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your strength is impressive, $TITLE0, but do not underestimate
+
"Your strength is impressive, $TITLE0, but do not underestimate
 
my ability to cause you harm. Pay me {$NUM0 energy credits} at
 
my ability to cause you harm. Pay me {$NUM0 energy credits} at
once and I shall forgive your past offenses.
+
once and I shall forgive your past offenses."
  
$NAME3 threats: ignored.
+
"$NAME3 threats: ignored."
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE6
 
#DEMANDBRIBE6
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“My $PETPROJECTS9 $<9:is:are> in sore need of funding, $NAME5. Will you
+
"My $PETPROJECTS9 $<9:is:are> in sore need of funding, $NAME5. Will you
 
send me {$NUM0 energy credits} in honor of our
 
send me {$NUM0 energy credits} in honor of our
longtime friendship?
+
longtime friendship?"
  
“Your resemblance to bloodsucker: great.
+
"Your resemblance to bloodsucker: great."
 
Give $NUM0 credits.
 
Give $NUM0 credits.
“For friendship: $NUM1 credits.
+
"For friendship: $NUM1 credits."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE7
 
#DEMANDBRIBE7
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your power is formidable, $TITLE0 $NAME1, but my own forces
+
"Your power is formidable, $TITLE0 $NAME1, but my own forces
 
are not insignificant, and if you are to continue to hold this
 
are not insignificant, and if you are to continue to hold this
 
planet in your grip I must insist on a piece of the action, to
 
planet in your grip I must insist on a piece of the action, to
the tune of {$NUM0 energy credits.}
+
the tune of {$NUM0 energy credits."}
  
“Your resemblance to bloodsucker: great.
+
"Your resemblance to bloodsucker: great."
 
Give $NUM0 credits.
 
Give $NUM0 credits.
“For friendship: $NUM1 credits.
+
"For friendship: $NUM1 credits."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE8
 
#DEMANDBRIBE8
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You are rich, $TITLE0 $NAME1, and I am poor. My teeming masses grow
+
"You are rich, $TITLE0 $NAME1, and I am poor. My teeming masses grow
 
restless at this disparity; can you not spare me {$NUM0 credits}
 
restless at this disparity; can you not spare me {$NUM0 credits}
to ease their wretched lives?
+
to ease their wretched lives?"
  
$TITLE3: human idiom: penny wise, pound foolish.
+
"$TITLE3: human idiom: penny wise, pound foolish."
“Gift: generous: $NUM0 credits.
+
"Gift: generous: $NUM0 credits."
“Progenitor wealth: overestimated. $NUM1: maximum to spare.
+
"Progenitor wealth: overestimated. $NUM1: maximum to spare."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE9
 
#DEMANDBRIBE9
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your past crimes against the $FACTION6 are well remembered,
+
"Your past crimes against the $FACTION6 are well remembered,
 
$TITLE0 $NAME1, and my followers itch for revenge. Only reparations
 
$TITLE0 $NAME1, and my followers itch for revenge. Only reparations
of {$NUM0 energy credits} will quell their hatred.
+
of {$NUM0 energy credits} will quell their hatred."
  
$TITLE3: actual criminal.
+
"$TITLE3: actual criminal."
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#DEMANDBRIBE10
 
#DEMANDBRIBE10
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your enemies have put a price on your head, $TITLE0 $NAME1, but
+
"Your enemies have put a price on your head, $TITLE0 $NAME1, but
 
I have other business to attend to and am willing to call off this
 
I have other business to attend to and am willing to call off this
Vendetta in exchange for {$NUM0 energy credits.}
+
Vendetta in exchange for {$NUM0 energy credits."}
  
“Vendetta: continue.
+
"Vendetta: continue."
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 credits.
“Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1.
+
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."
  
 
#WEASELOUT
 
#WEASELOUT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I’m warning you, $NAME1! $NUM0 energy credits or else!
+
"I'm warning you, $NAME1! $NUM0 energy credits or else!"
  
“You: too much: flapping of mandibles.
+
"You: too much: flapping of mandibles."
“Capitulation: $NUM0 credits.
+
"Capitulation: $NUM0 credits."
  
 
#DEMANDTECH0
 
#DEMANDTECH0
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“To be blunt, $TITLE1 $NAME2, your $BADHABITS9 $<9:scares:scare> me
+
"To be blunt, $TITLE1 $NAME2, your $BADHABITS9 $<9:scares:scare> me
 
and it is time for a reckoning between us. I will have your files
 
and it is time for a reckoning between us. I will have your files
on {$TECH0,} and I will have them now.
+
on {$TECH0,} and I will have them now."
  
$TITLE3 $NAME4: never acquire technology: Progenitor.
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4: never acquire technology: Progenitor."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE1 $NAME2, you have been accused of
+
"$TITLE1 $NAME2, you have been accused of
 
$SPOUTING_TREE_CRAZY_PRATTLE9, and many among my followers
 
$SPOUTING_TREE_CRAZY_PRATTLE9, and many among my followers
 
itch for a military solution. Will you share your files
 
itch for a military solution. Will you share your files
 
on {$TECH0} as a sign of good faith, or shall I turn my minions
 
on {$TECH0} as a sign of good faith, or shall I turn my minions
loose to seize them?
+
loose to seize them?"
  
“Your minions: succulent. Anticipation of battle: high.
+
"Your minions: succulent. Anticipation of battle: high."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$NAME2, you may spend your days $DANCING_NAKED_THROUGH_THE_TREES9
+
"$NAME2, you may spend your days $DANCING_NAKED_THROUGH_THE_TREES9
 
for all I care, but I will not allow you to hold out on me when it
 
for all I care, but I will not allow you to hold out on me when it
 
comes to matters of research. Will you disgorge your files on {$TECH0}
 
comes to matters of research. Will you disgorge your files on {$TECH0}
at once? I do so hope violence between us will not become necessary.
+
at once? I do so hope violence between us will not become necessary."
  
“Irony: detected. Answer: no.
+
"Irony: detected. Answer: no."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Perhaps you have now learned your lesson,
+
"Perhaps you have now learned your lesson,
 
$TITLE1 $NAME2. Will you trade me your data on {$TECH0}
 
$TITLE1 $NAME2. Will you trade me your data on {$TECH0}
 
for an end to this Vendetta, or will you risk
 
for an end to this Vendetta, or will you risk
total destruction at my hands?
+
total destruction at my hands?"
  
$TITLE3 $NAME4: feeble attempts. Answer: no.
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4: feeble attempts. Answer: no."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“There is yet time to reconsider your earlier arrogance.
+
"There is yet time to reconsider your earlier arrogance.
 
Will you trade me your data on {$TECH0}
 
Will you trade me your data on {$TECH0}
 
for an end to this Vendetta, $TITLE1 $NAME2, or will you risk
 
for an end to this Vendetta, $TITLE1 $NAME2, or will you risk
total destruction at my hands?
+
total destruction at my hands?"
  
$TITLE3 $NAME4: feeble attempts. Answer: no.
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4: feeble attempts. Answer: no."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your research on {$TECH0} is most fascinating, $TITLE1 $NAME2.
+
"Your research on {$TECH0} is most fascinating, $TITLE1 $NAME2.
Won’t you share it with your $PACTBROTHERORSISTER5?
+
Won't you share it with your $PACTBROTHERORSISTER5?"
  
“You: capable of research: on your own.
+
"You: capable of research: on your own."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your bases are at my mercy, $NAME1. If you wish to
+
"Your bases are at my mercy, $NAME1. If you wish to
 
escape with your skin it will also cost you your
 
escape with your skin it will also cost you your
data on {$TECH6.}
+
data on {$TECH6."}
  
$TITLE3 $NAME4: treacherous. Additional transmission: refused!
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4: treacherous. Additional transmission: refused!"
 
Transmit data on $TECH6.
 
Transmit data on $TECH6.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your faction is indeed a mighty one, $TITLE1 $NAME2, but my
+
"Your faction is indeed a mighty one, $TITLE1 $NAME2, but my
 
forces are yet strong and I shall not allow you to
 
forces are yet strong and I shall not allow you to
 
plunder the wealth of this planet without cutting me
 
plunder the wealth of this planet without cutting me
in for a share. My price is your data on {$TECH0.}
+
in for a share. My price is your data on {$TECH0."}
  
“Your faction: insignificant.
+
"Your faction: insignificant."
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Transmit data on $TECH0.
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE1 $NAME2, my followers remain suspicious that you plan to
+
"$TITLE1 $NAME2, my followers remain suspicious that you plan to
 
repeat your past crimes against us, and they urge me this time to
 
repeat your past crimes against us, and they urge me this time to
 
attack preemptively. Will you help me mollify them by transmitting
 
attack preemptively. Will you help me mollify them by transmitting
your data on {$TECH0?}
+
your data on {$TECH0?"}
  
$TITLE3: attempted ploy: failed.
+
"$TITLE3: attempted ploy: failed."
“Mollification: proceeding.
+
"Mollification: proceeding."
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
 
#DEMANDTECH9A
 
#DEMANDTECH9A
$TITLE3 $NAME4: human idiom: liar liar pants on fire.
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4: human idiom: liar liar pants on fire."
$TECH0: transmitted: at once!
+
"$TECH0: transmitted: at once!"
“Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay.
+
"Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay."
“Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6.
+
"Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6."
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
 
#DEMANDTECH10A
 
#DEMANDTECH10A
“Information: confidential. Request: refused.
+
"Information: confidential. Request: refused."
“Transmission: begun.
+
"Transmission: begun."
“Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay.
+
"Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay."
“Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6.
+
"Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6."
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
 
#DEMANDTECH11A
 
#DEMANDTECH11A
“Not understand: U.N.”
+
"Not understand: UN."
“Honor: human charter.
+
"Honor: human charter."
“Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay.
+
"Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay."
“Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6.
+
"Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6."
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your enemies offer great rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
+
"Your enemies offer great rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0} and {$TECH6.}
+
knowledge of {$TECH0} and {$TECH6."}
  
$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers.
+
"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
“Transmission: immediate!
+
"Transmission: immediate!"
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your enemies offer great rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
+
"Your enemies offer great rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0.}
+
knowledge of {$TECH0."}
  
$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers.
+
"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
“Transmission: immediate!
+
"Transmission: immediate!"
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your enemies offer generous rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
+
"Your enemies offer generous rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0,} {$TECH6,} and {$TECH8.}
+
knowledge of {$TECH0,} {$TECH6,} and {$TECH8."}
  
$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers.
+
"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
“Transmission: immediate!
+
"Transmission: immediate!"
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your enemies offer a king’s ransom for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
+
"Your enemies offer a king's ransom for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
 
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0,} {$TECH6,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9.}
+
knowledge of {$TECH0,} {$TECH6,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9."}
  
$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers.
+
"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
“Transmission: immediate!
+
"Transmission: immediate!"
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I cannot afford your price, $NAME2. Will you transmit
+
"I cannot afford your price, $NAME2. Will you transmit
your data on {$TECH0} or not?
+
your data on {$TECH0} or not?"
  
“Tech transmission: funds required.
+
"Tech transmission: funds required."
“Emotion: pity. Transmission: beginning.
+
"Emotion: pity. Transmission: beginning."
  
 
#DEMANDTECHAGAIN2
 
#DEMANDTECHAGAIN2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I cannot trust you with that information, $NAME2.
+
"I cannot trust you with that information, $NAME2.
So you are refusing to transmit your files on {$TECH0?}
+
So you are refusing to transmit your files on {$TECH0?"}
  
“Refusal: harsh word. Alternative: uninterested.
+
"Refusal: harsh word. Alternative: uninterested."
“Truth revealed: testing. Transmission: beginning.
+
"Truth revealed: testing. Transmission: beginning."
  
 
#ASKFORLOAN1
 
#ASKFORLOAN1
 
#xs 400
 
#xs 400
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE0 $NAME1, I must confess I am a bit strapped for cash.
+
"$TITLE0 $NAME1, I must confess I am a bit strapped for cash.
 
If you can spare me $NUM0 energy credits, I can make generous
 
If you can spare me $NUM0 energy credits, I can make generous
payments of $NUM1 credit per year for $NUM2 years.
+
payments of $NUM1 credit per year for $NUM2 years."
  
$TITLE2 $NAME3: think Progenitor: banker?
+
"$TITLE2 $NAME3: think Progenitor: banker?"
“Agreed: trusting: your honesty.
+
"Agreed: trusting: your honesty."
“Amount to lend: half instead.
+
"Amount to lend: half instead."
  
 
#ASKFORLOAN2
 
#ASKFORLOAN2
 
#xs 400
 
#xs 400
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE0 $NAME1, I must confess I am a bit strapped for cash.
+
"$TITLE0 $NAME1, I must confess I am a bit strapped for cash.
 
If you can spare me $NUM0 energy credits, I can make generous
 
If you can spare me $NUM0 energy credits, I can make generous
payments of $NUM1 credits per year for $NUM2 years.
+
payments of $NUM1 credits per year for $NUM2 years."
  
$TITLE2 $NAME3: think Progenitor: banker?
+
"$TITLE2 $NAME3: think Progenitor: banker?"
“Agreed: trusting: your honesty.
+
"Agreed: trusting: your honesty."
“Amount to lend: half instead.
+
"Amount to lend: half instead."
  
 
#SWEARAPACT
 
#SWEARAPACT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE0 $NAME1. Our visions are compatible and our
+
"$TITLE0 $NAME1. Our visions are compatible and our
 
interests convergent. Will you swear a {$PACTOFBROTHERORSISTERHOOD2}
 
interests convergent. Will you swear a {$PACTOFBROTHERORSISTERHOOD2}
with me that we may sweep all before us?
+
with me that we may sweep all before us?"
  
“Pact concept: agreed!
+
"Pact concept: agreed!"
“Plans: differ. Refused: with regrets.
+
"Plans: differ. Refused: with regrets."
  
 
#RANSOMDEMAND
 
#RANSOMDEMAND
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE0 $NAME1, my forces are strong and my troops are mobilized.
+
"$TITLE0 $NAME1, my forces are strong and my troops are mobilized.
 
If you do not return {$BASENAME2} to my possession immediately I shall
 
If you do not return {$BASENAME2} to my possession immediately I shall
destroy you utterly.
+
destroy you utterly."
  
$BASENAME2: now belong: Progenitor!
+
"$BASENAME2: now belong: Progenitor!"
“Very well: trade land: peace.
+
"Very well: trade land: peace."
  
 
#RANSOMTREATY
 
#RANSOMTREATY
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“This is a Vendetta I never truly wanted, $TITLE0 $NAME1.
+
"This is a Vendetta I never truly wanted, $TITLE0 $NAME1.
 
If you will but call it off and sign a Treaty of Friendship,
 
If you will but call it off and sign a Treaty of Friendship,
I shall return {$BASENAME2} to your possession.
+
I shall return {$BASENAME2} to your possession."
  
“Return of base: end to Vendetta.
+
"Return of base: end to Vendetta."
$BASENAME2: shall be retaken. Petty bargain: irrelevant.
+
"$BASENAME2: shall be retaken. Petty bargain: irrelevant."
  
 
#OFFERTRUCE
 
#OFFERTRUCE
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Most prudent. In that case, I am willing
+
"Most prudent. In that case, I am willing
to pledge Blood Truce.
+
to pledge Blood Truce."
  
“Truce: pledged.
+
"Truce: pledged."
“No: fighting: to continue.
+
"No: fighting: to continue."
  
 
#MUSTTRUCE
 
#MUSTTRUCE
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Only with deepest bitterness do I
+
"Only with deepest bitterness do I
 
accept this defeat and
 
accept this defeat and
offer to pledge Blood Truce with you.
+
offer to pledge Blood Truce with you."
  
“Truce: accepted.
+
"Truce: accepted."
“Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent.
+
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."
  
 
#WANTTOTRUCE0
 
#WANTTOTRUCE0
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“This Vendetta wastes life and resources.
+
"This Vendetta wastes life and resources.
 
Shall we pledge Blood Truce and have an end
 
Shall we pledge Blood Truce and have an end
to it?
+
to it?"
  
“Agreed. Truce: beneficial.
+
"Agreed. Truce: beneficial."
“Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent.
+
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."
  
 
#WANTTOTRUCE1
 
#WANTTOTRUCE1
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Fighting between the two of us only allows the others
+
"Fighting between the two of us only allows the others
 
to grow stronger. We should pledge Blood Truce before we
 
to grow stronger. We should pledge Blood Truce before we
destroy one another.
+
destroy one another."
  
“Agreed. Truce: beneficial.
+
"Agreed. Truce: beneficial."
“Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent.
+
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."
  
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your forces are formidable, $NAME1, and I see I was unwise to
+
"Your forces are formidable, $NAME1, and I see I was unwise to
test your patience. Allow me to pledge Blood Truce and make amends.
+
test your patience. Allow me to pledge Blood Truce and make amends."
  
“Agreed. Truce: beneficial.
+
"Agreed. Truce: beneficial."
“Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent.
+
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."
  
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“To secure a Blood Truce, I offer all of our data
+
"To secure a Blood Truce, I offer all of our data
on {$TECH0.}
+
on {$TECH0.}"
  
“Accepted.
+
"Accepted."
“Your research: unacceptable.
+
"Your research: unacceptable."
 
Consult Datalinks.
 
Consult Datalinks.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“If you will but stay your hand, I shall send you
+
"If you will but stay your hand, I shall send you
{$NUM0 energy credits} to compensate your losses.
+
{$NUM0 energy credits} to compensate your losses."
  
 
Pledge Blood Truce.
 
Pledge Blood Truce.
“Concept: bribery. Ignored.
+
"Concept: bribery. Ignored."
  
 
#TRUCEPLEASE
 
#TRUCEPLEASE
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I surrender, mighty $TITLE0 $NAME1, for my defeat is abject and total.
+
"I surrender, mighty $TITLE0 $NAME1, for my defeat is abject and total.
 
If you will but have mercy upon me, I shall give you all
 
If you will but have mercy upon me, I shall give you all
 
of my energy credits ($NUM0) and share all of my
 
of my energy credits ($NUM0) and share all of my
 
research data ($NUM1 new $<#1:tech:techs>). I shall
 
research data ($NUM1 new $<#1:tech:techs>). I shall
never trouble you again.
+
never trouble you again."
  
“Very well: but: thrall: you to Progenitor.
+
"Very well: but: thrall: you to Progenitor."
“No. Your destruction: required.
+
"No. Your destruction: required."
  
 
#PROTOPACT
 
#PROTOPACT
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I am pleased to report that my engineers have completed
+
"I am pleased to report that my engineers have completed
 
the new $UNITTYPE0 prototype ($STATS1)! The first units are entering service
 
the new $UNITTYPE0 prototype ($STATS1)! The first units are entering service
now. Would you care to share prototype data?
+
now. Would you care to share prototype data?"
  
“No: prototype data: too important.
+
"No: prototype data: too important."
“Yes. Prototypes: to be traded.
+
"Yes. Prototypes: to be traded."
  
 
#OFFERTREATY
 
#OFFERTREATY
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“For the record, I have no quarrel with you, $TITLE0 $NAME1, nor
+
"For the record, I have no quarrel with you, $TITLE0 $NAME1, nor
 
with your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2> followers. Let us sign a Treaty of
 
with your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2> followers. Let us sign a Treaty of
Friendship and coexist in peace.
+
Friendship and coexist in peace."
  
 
Sign treaty.
 
Sign treaty.
“Concept: treaty: rejected.
+
"Concept: treaty: rejected."
  
 
#OFFERTREATY2
 
#OFFERTREATY2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Our Blood Truce expires soon, $TITLE0 $NAME1, as I am sure you
+
"Our Blood Truce expires soon, $TITLE0 $NAME1, as I am sure you
 
are aware. Shall we make the peace between us permanent by signing
 
are aware. Shall we make the peace between us permanent by signing
a Treaty of Friendship?
+
a Treaty of Friendship?"
  
 
Sign Treaty.
 
Sign Treaty.
“Concept: treaty: rejected.
+
"Concept: treaty: rejected."
  
 
#ENERGYTREATY
 
#ENERGYTREATY
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Would a {$NUM0 credit} contribution towards your $PETPROJECTS2 change
+
"Would a {$NUM0 credit} contribution towards your $PETPROJECTS2 change
your mind?
+
your mind?"
  
 
Sign treaty.
 
Sign treaty.
“Energy: insufficient: changing of mind.
+
"Energy: insufficient: changing of mind."
  
 
#GETOUT1
 
#GETOUT1
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Your forces near $BASENAME0 are in violation of
+
"Your forces near $BASENAME0 are in violation of
our Treaty of Friendship! I demand that you withdraw them at once!
+
our Treaty of Friendship! I demand that you withdraw them at once!"
  
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
“You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory.
+
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
“Treaty: repudiated. Progenitor forces: to remain!
+
"Treaty: repudiated. Progenitor forces: to remain!"
  
 
#GETOUT2
 
#GETOUT2
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“You have violated my territorial integrity in contravention
+
"You have violated my territorial integrity in contravention
 
of our Treaty of Friendship! Pull your troops back now or I shall
 
of our Treaty of Friendship! Pull your troops back now or I shall
commence military reprisals!
+
commence military reprisals!"
  
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
“You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory.
+
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
“Treaty: repudiated. Progenitor forces: to remain!
+
"Treaty: repudiated. Progenitor forces: to remain!"
  
 
#GETOUT3
 
#GETOUT3
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Perhaps your troops failed to notice my large boundary markers when
+
"Perhaps your troops failed to notice my large boundary markers when
 
they illegally intruded into my territory. Would you kindly comply
 
they illegally intruded into my territory. Would you kindly comply
 
with our Treaty of Friendship by removing your forces at once?
 
with our Treaty of Friendship by removing your forces at once?
  
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
“You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory.
+
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
“No: borders: to change.
+
"No: borders: to change."
  
 
#GETOUT4
 
#GETOUT4
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE3 $NAME4, I will not tolerate incursions into my territory.
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4, I will not tolerate incursions into my territory.
 
Will you withdraw your forces, or must I take the time to explain
 
Will you withdraw your forces, or must I take the time to explain
the terms of our Treaty of Friendship once again?
+
the terms of our Treaty of Friendship once again?"
  
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
“You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory.
+
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
“New decision: attack. Your destruction: imminent!
+
"New decision: attack. Your destruction: imminent!"
  
 
#GETOUT5
 
#GETOUT5
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
$TITLE3 $NAME4, some of your $<M2:$FACTIONPEJ5> followers have been
+
"$TITLE3 $NAME4, some of your $<M2:$FACTIONPEJ5> followers have been
 
detected operating inside $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> territory. This is explicitly
 
detected operating inside $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> territory. This is explicitly
 
forbidden by our Treaty of Friendship and I must insist that they
 
forbidden by our Treaty of Friendship and I must insist that they
depart forthwith.
+
depart forthwith."
  
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
 
Withdraw forces to nearest base.
“You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory.
+
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
“Your boundaries: forthwith ignored.
+
"Your boundaries: forthwith ignored."
  
 
#DIPLOMENU
 
#DIPLOMENU
“Believe: finished.
+
"Believe: finished."
“You: interest: continued trading?
+
"You: interest: continued trading?"
“Proposal: to make.
+
"Proposal: to make."
“Proposal: additional.
+
"Proposal: additional."
“Battle plans: coordinate!
+
"Battle plans: coordinate!"
“Your vendetta: call off against . . .
+
"Your vendetta: call off against . . ."
“I need your vote at an upcoming Council meeting.
+
"I need your vote at an upcoming Council meeting."
“Declaration: $PACTOFBORS1: null and void!
+
"Declaration: $PACTOFBORS1: null and void!"
“You: violation: Progenitor territory! Require: leave!
+
"You: violation: Progenitor territory! Require: leave!"
  
 
#PROPOSALMENU
 
#PROPOSALMENU
“Proposal: not at this time.
+
"Proposal: not at this time."
“Progenitor: token of friendship: you accept?
+
"Progenitor: token of friendship: you accept?"
$PACTOFBORS1: we swear!
+
"$PACTOFBORS1: we swear!"
“Treaty of Friendship: we sign.
+
"Treaty of Friendship: we sign."
“Your research: desire: access.
+
"Your research: desire: access."
“Prototype information: you sell.
+
"Prototype information: you sell."
“Commlink frequencies: desire for other factions.
+
"Commlink frequencies: desire for other factions."
“Energy credits: urgent need.
+
"Energy credits: urgent need."
“Loan balance: $NUM0: repayment in full.
+
"Loan balance: $NUM0: repayment in full."
“Survey data: exchange.
+
"Survey data: exchange."
“Attack: jointly: Progenitor enemy . . .
+
"Attack: jointly: Progenitor enemy . . ."
“Your base: cede control of one.
+
"Your base: cede control of one."
“Military units: Progenitor will provide.
+
"Military units: Progenitor will provide."
  
 
#COUNTERMENU
 
#COUNTERMENU
“Proposal: not at this time.
+
"Proposal: not at this time."
“Loan payments: generous schedule.
+
"Loan payments: generous schedule."
“Considerations: future. Present: friendship only.
+
"Considerations: future. Present: friendship only."
“Any price: you set, $TITLE0.
+
"Any price: you set, $TITLE0."
“Promise: your destruction: forego.
+
"Promise: your destruction: forego."
$PACTOFBORS2: cancelled: if you disagree.
+
"$PACTOFBORS2: cancelled: if you disagree."
“Research data: upload to you?
+
"Research data: upload to you?"
“ALL research data: upload to you?
+
"ALL research data: upload to you?"
“Energy credits: send some.
+
"Energy credits: send some."
“Progenitor base: ceded to you.
+
"Progenitor base: ceded to you."
  
 
#PAYBASESWAP
 
#PAYBASESWAP
 
#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Well, $BASENAME0 is an unimportant prison colony. I suppose I could be
+
"Well, $BASENAME0 is an unimportant prison colony. I suppose I could be
persuaded to part with it for, say, $NUM0 energy credits.
+
persuaded to part with it for, say, $NUM0 energy credits."
  
$NUM0: excessive price for $BASENAME0!
+
"$NUM0: excessive price for $BASENAME0!"
 
Pay $NUM0 energy credits.
 
Pay $NUM0 energy credits.
  
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#xs 440
 
#xs 440
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“Hmm, Tempting. The population of $BASENAME0 is a reeking mass of
+
"Hmm, Tempting. The population of $BASENAME0 is a reeking mass of
 
ungrateful wretches anyway. I am willing to cede control of it,
 
ungrateful wretches anyway. I am willing to cede control of it,
 
but you must agree to share with me ALL of your technological
 
but you must agree to share with me ALL of your technological
files.
+
files."
  
$TITLE2: makes human joke.
+
"$TITLE2: makes human joke."
 
Share technological data.
 
Share technological data.
  
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$TITLE0 $NAME1, the last pockets of enemy resistance have been
 
$TITLE0 $NAME1, the last pockets of enemy resistance have been
 
swept aside! Nothing remains between you and absolute power over
 
swept aside! Nothing remains between you and absolute power over
the fate of the galaxy. Congratulations—Planet is yours!
+
the fate of the galaxy. Congratulations--Planet is yours!
  
 
#BATTLEPLANS
 
#BATTLEPLANS
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#y -20
 
#y -20
 
#caption $CAPTION7
 
#caption $CAPTION7
“I plan to move in force against $BASENAME0. I suggest you amass your
+
"I plan to move in force against $BASENAME0. I suggest you amass your
own forces and attempt an assault on $BASENAME1.
+
own forces and attempt an assault on $BASENAME1."
  
“Concur.
+
"Concur."
“Wait: counterproposal: …”</pre>
+
"Wait: counterproposal: . . ."</pre>
 
[[Category:Text files]]
 
[[Category:Text files]]

Latest revision as of 14:37, 13 March 2013

#PLANETFALL
#xs 400
#caption Planetfall!
#x -5
#y -5
$NAME3, the disastrous space battle above the skies of Planet has ended,
and the shattered remnants of your flagship are preparing to land on the
surface. Your only comfort is that the Usurper vessel was destroyed as
well--but you can look forward to facing your nemesis
somewhere on the vastness of Planet. You now shape the destiny of your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0>
faction, which has just made PLANETFALL!

#PLANETFALLX
#xs 400
#caption Planetfall!
#x -5
#y -5
$NAME3, the disastrous space battle above the skies of Planet has ended,
and the shattered remnants of your flagship are preparing to land on the
surface. Your only comfort is that the Caretaker vessel was destroyed as
well--but you can look forward to facing your nemesis
somewhere on the vastness of Planet. You now shape the destiny of your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0>
faction, which has just made PLANETFALL!

#PLANETFALL2
#xs 400
#x -5
#y -5
#caption $TITLE2 $NAME3
$NAME3, your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ0> faction has prospered in the $NUM0 years
since The Landing. Your secret project, $PROJECTNAME4, is
complete, and you are at last ready to put your plans into action
and fulfill yours, and Planet's, destiny.

#GOODYRESOURCE
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans.
It has stumbled across abundant $RESOURCETYPE0 resources.

#GOODYURANIUM
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans.
It contains primitive supplies that can be repurposed for $NUM0 energy credits!

#GOODYHYDROGEN
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans.
It contains primitive supplies that can be repurposed for $NUM0 energy credits!

#GOODYRIVER
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
An {alien device} has inadvertantly tapped an underground river!

#GOODYMINE
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A crude human {robot pod} has prepared makeshift mines in this area.

#GOODYFARM
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A crude human {robot pod} has prepared makeshift farms in this area.

#GOODYSOLAR
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A crude human {robot pod} has prepared makeshift solar collectors in this area.

#GOODYKELP
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A crude human {robot pod} has caused kelp forest to proliferate in this region.

#GOODYVIEW
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude human {cartographic pod} containing data on the surrounding
area!

#GOODYSONAR
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude human {sonar pod} containing data on the surrounding
area!

#GOODYQUAKE
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
The crude human pod has malfunctioned and unleashed an earthquake! Typical!

#GOODYVANISH
#xs 320
#wave 39
#caption Operations Director
Our unit has dematerialized and vanished forever!

#GOODYWHIRLPOOL
#xs 320
#wave 39
#caption Operations Director
Our unit has vanished forever into a whirlpool!

#GOODYGATE
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
Our unit has fallen through a dimensional gate!

#GOODYWAVE
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
Our unit has been swept away by a tidal wave!

#GOODYFUNGUS
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
The crude human pod has triggered a Fungal bloom.

#GOODYFOREST
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A crude human {robot pod} has caused forest to proliferate in this area!

#GOODYISLE
#xs 320
#wave 16
#caption Operations Director
Our unit reports that an Isle of the Deep has surfaced
and swallowed the pod!

#GOODYBUILD
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A crude human {robot pod} has been recovered.
It has provided sufficient minerals for us to finish building
the $ITEM0 at $BASENAME1 next turn!

#GOODYARTIFACT
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
This is not a human robot pod after all, but a Library Nodule Artifact left by
the first expedition!
We should take it to a base containing a
Network Node for Download.

#GOODYCLONE
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
A dimensional rift has cloned our $UNITTYPE0 unit!

#GOODYPOD
#xs 320
#wave 0
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans.
It contains a $UNITYUNITTYPE0 in working condition!

#GOODYCOMM
#xs 320
#wave 1
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans. It
contains a Commlink frequency for $TITLE0 $NAME1
of the $FACTION2.

#GOODYDATA
#xs 320
#wave 1
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans. It contains
important computer files necessary to our rebuilding efforts. The
Chief Librarian is installing it into the Datalinks now.

#GOODYDATA1
#xs 320
#wave 1
#caption Operations Director
We have recovered a crude {robot pod} left here by the intruding humans. It contains
information on $TECH0!


#ARTIFACTTECH
#xs 320
#caption Science Officer
Our scientists have linked the Library Nodule Artifact to the
data network and regained valuable technology!

#ARTIFACTTECH1
#xs 320
#caption Science Officer
A power surge from the Library Nodule Artifact has shorted
out the Network Node at $BASENAME0!

Proceed
Zoom to Base Control

#ALREADYARTIFACT
#xs 400
#wave 10
#caption Science Officer
The Network Node at $BASENAME0 has already been linked to a
Library Nodule Artifact. We must link this artifact to the node
at another base.

#SEEMONOLITH
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
We have located an Upgrade Station Monolith here. Only military units
can benefit from Upgrade Stations.

#MONOLITH
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
We have located an Upgrade Station Monolith.

We have no need of it now.
Upgrade now.
Always upgrade at monoliths.

#MONOLITH0
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
The Upgrade Station Monolith enhanced
our unit to $MORALE0 status. It then vanished.

#MONOLITH1
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
The Upgrade Station Monolith enhanced
our unit to $MORALE0 status.

#MONOLITHNO
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
This unit has already been enhanced at an Upgrade Station
Monolith, and
requires no further repairs.

#MONOLITHHEAL
#xs 320
#caption Operations Director
The Upgrade Station Monolith has repaired our
unit.

#OURBOOTY1
#xs 400
#wave 13
#caption Battle Report
We have captured a Library Nodule Artifact!

#OURBOOTY2
#xs 400
#wave 13
#caption Battle Report
We have captured $NUM0 Library Nodule Artifacts!

#THEIRBOOTY1
#xs 400
#wave 14
#caption Battle Report
The enemy has captured a Library Nodule Artifact!

#THEIRBOOTY2
#xs 400
#wave 14
#caption Battle Report
The enemy has captured $NUM0 Library Nodule Artifacts!

#THEIRBOOTY3
#xs 440
#wave 14
#caption Battle Report
The $FACTION0 $<0:has:have> appropriated our Library Nodule Artifact!

#ARTEXPLORE
#xs 400
#caption Operations Director
Library Nodule Artifacts cannot be used for exploration.

#RECYCLEME0
#xs 400
#caption Operations Director
#wave 32
The $FACILITY0 is fused to a Library Nodule Artifact and
cannot be recycled. If you wish, we could
attempt to destroy it.

Never mind.
Destroy $FACILITY0.

#INTRONEW1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Welcome to Planet, $TITLE0 $NAME1. You bring many unique talents to
our new world. Permit me to introduce myself; among humans I am known as
$NAME3, $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4, and on this world I plan
$TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6."

#INTRONEW4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Well met, $TITLE0 $NAME1. I am $TITLE2 $NAME3, and act as
the voice of the $FACTION4, whose intent is $TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6.
I see you and your minions have flourished on this unforgiving world."

#INTRONEW5
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"So, you must be $TITLE0 $NAME1.
I, $TITLE2 $NAME3 of the $FACTION4, offer greetings.
Word of your accomplishments has spread since the time of your landing.
You may be aware that I plan $TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION6. Do not attempt
to interfere."

#INTROMAD4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Well, well, if it isn't the $PEJORATIVE5 $TITLE0 $NAME1.
You are a true $ECO_LOONY6! Perhaps you had best stop
$DANCING_NAKED_THROUGH_THE_TREES8 for a moment, for I am
$NAME3, $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4!"

#BUYTECH1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"For my files on {$TECH0,} the price is {$NUM0 energy credits."}

"Price: ridiculous!"
Pay $NUM0 energy credits.

#TRADETECH4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"My cartographers are attempting to compile a complete map of this
planet. Will you exchange a copy of your own {maps} for my information
on {$TECH1?"}

"No. Maps: too important: your eyes."
"Acceptable."

#TRADETECH5
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Many areas of this world remain unexplored and dangerous. Would you
care to exchange cartographic information to insure our mutual safety?"

"No. Maps: too important: your eyes."
"Acceptable."

#TRADETECHOPT
"Give instead: {$TECH9}: deal."
"No: instead: Progenitor: divulge information: {$TECH2."}
"Allow: time passage: consultation of {Datalinks."}

#ENERGYTECH2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your information on {$TECH0} is of interest to me, but I can
only pay you {$NUM0 energy credits.} Is this satisfactory?"

"Price: insufficient."
Transmit information on $TECH0.
"No: but: $TECH1: same price."
Consult Datalinks.

#GIMMETECH0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I am intrigued by your offer, but can accept only if it is made
on the basis of equal access to data. Will you transmit to me all
of your data on {$TECH2} as a token of our future friendship?"

"Information: classified, $TITLE1."
Transmit data on $TECH2.
Consult Datalinks.

#GIMMETECH1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your proposal suits my $PET_PROJECTS3 perfectly. However, I find myself in
urgent need of information on {$TECH2.} Can you transmit it to me at
once?"

"Information: classified. Emotion: mock sorrow."
Transmit data on $TECH2.
Consult Datalinks.

#GIMMEENERGY0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I see that cooperation could be profitable. In fact, recent
events have left my energy budget with a {$NUM0 credit} shortfall.
Can you spare the reserves to make it up?"

"Your shortfall: not Progenitor problem."
Wire $NUM0 credits.

#GIMMEHELP
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Bold words, $TITLE5, but will you back them by pronouncing Vendetta
on my bitter foes the {$FACTION6?"}

"Honor: does not allow."
"Agree: mercilessly crush: $FACTION6!"

#TURNABOUT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Let me offer a counter proposal, $TITLE0. If you will first withdraw all
of your forces from MY territory, I will happily do likewise."

"End of thought: forces to remain in place."
"Agreed: Progenitor forces: withdrawn."

#REALLYBROKE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Null and void!? $PACTBROTHERORSISTER0, do you truly intend to turn your back on
our years of friendship!?"

"Translation error: said: 'full of droids.'"
"Yes: human idiom: tired of you."

#MAYBEWARPRICE
#itemlist
"Stated sum: impossible to raise!"
"$NUM0 credits: acceptable sum."

#MAYBEWARTECH4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9."}

"Information: classified."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECH3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECH2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECH
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Ah, the $FACTION0. $TITLE1 $NAME2 would be a formidable opponent, as
I'm sure you're well aware. I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHFAR
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
My forces are not in position for
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHFAR2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
My forces are not in position for
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHFAR3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
My forces are not in position for
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHFAR4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Vendetta upon the $FACTION0 could be a dangerous proposition.
My forces are not in position for
an assault on $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> lands, but I am willing to pronounce Vendetta
in exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9."}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHPACT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3!"}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHPACT2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3} and {$TECH4!"}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHPACT3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} and {$TECH8!"}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#MAYBEWARTECHPACT4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Break my Pact with the $FACTION0? I might do this thing, but only in
exchange for your data on {$TECH3,} {$TECH4,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9!"}

"Information: classified. $TITLE5: failed to cheat Progenitor."
"Agreed. Transmission: beginning!"

#OFFERTECH
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Information on {$TECH0} could prove most useful to certain of my $PET_PROJECT2.
You will transmit this data at once?"

"Decision: rescinded. Transmission: none."
"Yes: beginning transmission."

#OFFERTECH2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Information on {$TECH0} could prove most useful to certain of my $PET_PROJECTS2.
You will transmit this data at once?"

"Decision: rescinded. Transmission: none."
"Yes: beginning transmission."
"No: but: $TECH1: instead?"

#PLEA
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I am under attack by the forces of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1
of the $FACTION2, who is bent on $EVILAGENDA9. If you will join me in resisting this
ruthless invasion I shall speak a $PACTOFBROTHERHOODSISTERHOOD3 with you
and provide you with {$NUM0 energy credits} to cover your expenses."

"Refused. You: own devices."
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"

#PLEATECH
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I am under attack by the forces of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1
of the $FACTION2, who is bent on $EVILAGENDA9. If you will join me in resisting this
ruthless invasion I shall speak a $PACTOFBORS3 with you and
provide you with $NUM0 energy credits to cover your expenses.
I shall also share with you all of my information on {$TECH4.}"

"Refused. You: own devices."
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"

#PLEAPACT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I appeal to you as a victim of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1 of
the $FACTION2, who has sworn a false $PACTOFBORS5 with you and is
actually bent on $EVILAGENDA9. Will you
not swear a true Pact with me and help resist $HISHER6 aggression
before it is too late and you become $HISHER6 next victim? I shall
even provide {$NUM0 credits} to cover your expenses."

"You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused."
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"

#PLEAPACTTECH
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I appeal to you as a victim of the $<1:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE0 $NAME1 of
the $FACTION2, who has sworn a false $PACTOFBORS5 with you and is
actually bent on $EVILAGENDA9. Will you
not swear a true Pact with me and help resist $HISHER6 aggression
before it is too late and you become $HISHER6 next victim? I shall
even provide {$NUM0 credits} to cover your expenses and transmit
to you all of my data on {$TECH4.}"

"You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused."
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"

#PROPOSE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"The $<2:$FACTIONPEJ8> $FACTION2 $<2:has:have> become a serious menace,
and meanwhile $TITLE0 $NAME1 spends $<1:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9.
I suggest we join forces to crush $HIMHER3 while the time is
ripe! We should speak a $PACTOFBORS4 on the matter at once."

"You: attempt at humor. Progenitor: not amused."
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"

#PROPOSEPACT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE5, I have evidence suggesting your so-called $PACTBORS6,
$TITLE0 $NAME1 of the $FACTION2 is bent on $EVILAGENDA9 and plans
to betray you most ruthlessly. Let us swear our own Pact and teach
$HIMHER3 a valuable lesson!"

"$TITLE8: speaks: without knowledge."
"Done: Vendetta: the $FACTION2!"

#BETRAYFRIEND
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$NAME0, I need a private word with you. I have pretended friendship
to $NAME2, but I dislike $<2:his:her:x:x>
$<M2:$FACTIONPEJ3> minions and I fear $<2:he:she:x:x> is bent on
$EVILAGENDA4. I propose that we speak a $PACTOFBORS5 and together launch
a surprise attack against the $FACTION6."

"Choose: decline."
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: soon to feel combined wrath!"

#ENEMYMAP1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"So, $TITLE0 $NAME1, I see you've run afoul of our little friend
$TITLE2 $NAME3. Just between you and me, I've recently obtained a
complete map of every major $<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> installation, and I
would be more than happy to provide you with a copy in exchange
for $NUM0 energy credits."

"No: $NAME3: handled alone."
"Proposal: agreed."

#ENEMYMAP2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"So, $TITLE0 $NAME1, I see you've run afoul of our little friend
$TITLE2 $NAME3. Just between you and me, I've recently obtained a
complete map of every major $<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> installation, and I
would be more than happy to provide you with a copy in exchange
for your files on {$TECH5.}"

"No: $NAME3: handled alone."
"Proposal: agreed."

#METFRIEND0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but I
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>. If
you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x> commlink frequency."

"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
"Yes. Emotion: gratitude."

#METFRIEND0a
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but
we have had several fruitful conversations and
I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency."

"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
"Yes. Emotion: gratitude."

#METFRIEND1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but I
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>.
If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH6.}"

"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
"Emotion: gratitude. Files on {$TECH6}: transmitting."

#METFRIEND1a
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but
we have had several fruitful conversations and
I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH6.}"

"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
"Emotion: gratitude. Files on {$TECH6}: transmitting."

#METFRIEND2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but I
have had several fruitful conversations with $<3:him:her:x:x>.
If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for a mere $NUM0 energy credits."

"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
"Agreement. $NUM0 credits: wired."

#METFRIEND2a
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You may be interested to know that I've been in touch
with $NAME3, who lately has been styling
$<3:himself:herself:x:x> $TITLE2 of the $FACTION4. $NAME3 has
become quite obsessed with $<3:his:her:x:x> $PETPROJECTS5, but
we have had several fruitful conversations and
I believe $<3:he:she:x:x> could provide you with information
on {$TECH8.} If you like, I can provide you with $<3:his:her:x:x>
commlink frequency in exchange for a mere {$NUM0 energy credits.}"

"Need to speak with $NAME3: none."
"Agreement. $NUM0 credits: wired."

#BOTHFRIEND
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"So, I hear you've been in touch with $NAME3.
Just between us, I find $<3:his:her:x:x> $<M2:$FACTIONPEJ4> minions
a bit creepy, but so far we've been able to cooperate and
$<3:he:she:x:x> has not tried to interfere in my affairs. Speaking
of which, I have a nice {map of $<M1:$FACTIONADJ5> territory} which
I'd be happy to exchange for your information on {$TECH6.}"

"Such maps: not needed."
"Maps: eagerly accepted. Data: sending now."

#ANYNEWS
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Do you know of $NAME1? I have not been able to locate
$<1:him:her:x:x> or $<1:his:her:x:x> $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2> faction since
the time of our Planetfall, and wanted to continue some of our earlier
conversations. If you have $<1:his:her:x:x> comm frequency I could
offer $NUM0 energy credits for your trouble."

"$NAME1: unaware of frequency."
"Yes. Frequency: forwarding now."

#COMMLINKTECH
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"If you like, I can provide you with the $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2>
commlink frequency in exchange for your files on {$TECH0.}"

"Desire: rescinded."
"{$TECH0}: data transmission: begins."

#DEMANDATTACK0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your so-called $PACTBROTHERORSISTER0, '$TITLE1' $NAME2, has gone mad,
and now spends $<2:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9.
Won't you renounce your Pact with the $FACTION3 to gain my friendship?"

"No: $FACTION3: loyal allies."
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked."

#DEMANDATTACK1A
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Were you aware that my hated enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3,
now spends most of $<2:his:her:x:x> time $DANCINGNAKED9? Let us join
forces and put an end to $<2:his:her:x:x> $BADHABITS6!"

"No. $NAME2: friend."
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked."

#DEMANDATTACK1B
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"My nemesis, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, is bent on
$IMPLEMENTING_HIS_EVIL_AGENDA8. I propose that you switch allegiances
and help me stop $<2:him:her:x:x> before it is too late!"

"No: $NAME2: friend."
"Agreed. $TITLE1 $NAME2: to be attacked."

#DEMANDATTACK2a
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"The $<2:$CHARPEJ8> $TITLE1 $NAME2 and $<2:his:her:x:x> $<M1:$FACTIONPEJ9>
minions have ruthlessly attacked my holdings. Will you assist me in
repulsing them?"

"No: pledged Blood Truce: $FACTION3."
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."

#DEMANDATTACK2b
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your sometime enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, who has always
irrationally feared my $PET_PROJECTS8, has now brutally attacked my
settlements bent on $IMPLEMENTING_HIS_EVIL_AGENDA9. Will you assist
me in repulsing $<2:him:her:x:x>?

"No: pledged Blood Truce: $FACTION3."
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."

#DEMANDATTACK3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"My mortal enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, has brutally
attacked my settlements. I'm afraid I must now insist that you
honor our Pact and join my Vendetta against $HIMHER5."

"Unaware: Pact required fighting. Emotion: sorrow."
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."

#DEMANDATTACK4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"My enemy, $TITLE1 $NAME2 of the $FACTION3, has ruthlessly
attacked my holdings. Will you assist me in repulsing $HIMHER5?"

"No: $FACTION3: done no harm: Progenitor."
"Yes. $FACTION3: must be destroyed."

#DEMANDBRIBE0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"My $<1:$CHARADJ5> $TITLE0, it has become customary for a minor faction leader
such as yourself to remit me a small, ah, let us say '$FEE8,'
to compensate for the services my forces provide in
$PROVIDING_VALUABLE_SERVICES9. In your case I believe {$NUM0 energy
credits} would be quite sufficient."

"$NAME3: $INSULT6: get nothing."
Pay $NUM0 credit '$FEE8.'
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Planet is a dangerous world, $TITLE0 $NAME1, and who knows
what unforeseen tragedies could befall your fragile $PETPROJECTS8. But
if you will provide me with {$NUM0 energy credits,} I shall instruct
$MY_ENVIRONMENTAL_POLICE9 to see that no such 'accidents' occur."

"$NAME3: $INSULT6: get nothing."
Pay $NUM0 credit '$FEE8.'
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Let us discuss the situation frankly, $TITLE0 $NAME1. Your
$RIGHT_WING_FANTASIES8 $<8:stands:stand> in the way of my plans
$TO_CARRY_OUT_MY_MISSION9. I will agree to overlook this
state of affairs for the time being, but only in exchange
for {$NUM0 energy credits."}

"Unimpressed: your $BAD_HABITS6."
Pay $NUM0 credits.
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE0, You are in contravention of $THE_ENVIRONMENTAL_CODE9! You
must pay the fine of {$NUM0 energy credits} at once or suffer the
consequences."

"Intention to collect: how to implement?"
Pay $NUM0 credit 'fine.'
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Do you tire of our Vendetta so soon, $NAME0?
I will call it off for nothing more than your
humble apology and {$NUM0 energy credits."}

"$NAME3: delusional. Your destruction: imminent."
Pay $NUM0 credits.
"Apology: profound. Credits: only $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE5a
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You have now felt the fist within the
$<M1:$FACTIONADJ4> glove, $TITLE0. Pay me {$NUM0 energy
credits} at once and I shall spare you further
indignity."

"$NAME3 threats: ignored."
Pay $NUM0 credits.
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE5b
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your strength is impressive, $TITLE0, but do not underestimate
my ability to cause you harm. Pay me {$NUM0 energy credits} at
once and I shall forgive your past offenses."

"$NAME3 threats: ignored."
Pay $NUM0 credits.
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE6
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"My $PETPROJECTS9 $<9:is:are> in sore need of funding, $NAME5. Will you
send me {$NUM0 energy credits} in honor of our
longtime friendship?"

"Your resemblance to bloodsucker: great."
Give $NUM0 credits.
"For friendship: $NUM1 credits."

#DEMANDBRIBE7
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your power is formidable, $TITLE0 $NAME1, but my own forces
are not insignificant, and if you are to continue to hold this
planet in your grip I must insist on a piece of the action, to
the tune of {$NUM0 energy credits."}

"Your resemblance to bloodsucker: great."
Give $NUM0 credits.
"For friendship: $NUM1 credits."

#DEMANDBRIBE8
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You are rich, $TITLE0 $NAME1, and I am poor. My teeming masses grow
restless at this disparity; can you not spare me {$NUM0 credits}
to ease their wretched lives?"

"$TITLE3: human idiom: penny wise, pound foolish."
"Gift: generous: $NUM0 credits."
"Progenitor wealth: overestimated. $NUM1: maximum to spare."

#DEMANDBRIBE9
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your past crimes against the $FACTION6 are well remembered,
$TITLE0 $NAME1, and my followers itch for revenge. Only reparations
of {$NUM0 energy credits} will quell their hatred."

"$TITLE3: actual criminal."
Pay $NUM0 credits.
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#DEMANDBRIBE10
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your enemies have put a price on your head, $TITLE0 $NAME1, but
I have other business to attend to and am willing to call off this
Vendetta in exchange for {$NUM0 energy credits."}

"Vendetta: continue."
Pay $NUM0 credits.
"Ability: maximum: pay $NUM1."

#WEASELOUT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I'm warning you, $NAME1! $NUM0 energy credits or else!"

"You: too much: flapping of mandibles."
"Capitulation: $NUM0 credits."

#DEMANDTECH0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"To be blunt, $TITLE1 $NAME2, your $BADHABITS9 $<9:scares:scare> me
and it is time for a reckoning between us. I will have your files
on {$TECH0,} and I will have them now."

"$TITLE3 $NAME4: never acquire technology: Progenitor."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE1 $NAME2, you have been accused of
$SPOUTING_TREE_CRAZY_PRATTLE9, and many among my followers
itch for a military solution. Will you share your files
on {$TECH0} as a sign of good faith, or shall I turn my minions
loose to seize them?"

"Your minions: succulent. Anticipation of battle: high."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$NAME2, you may spend your days $DANCING_NAKED_THROUGH_THE_TREES9
for all I care, but I will not allow you to hold out on me when it
comes to matters of research. Will you disgorge your files on {$TECH0}
at once? I do so hope violence between us will not become necessary."

"Irony: detected. Answer: no."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Perhaps you have now learned your lesson,
$TITLE1 $NAME2. Will you trade me your data on {$TECH0}
for an end to this Vendetta, or will you risk
total destruction at my hands?"

"$TITLE3 $NAME4: feeble attempts. Answer: no."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"There is yet time to reconsider your earlier arrogance.
Will you trade me your data on {$TECH0}
for an end to this Vendetta, $TITLE1 $NAME2, or will you risk
total destruction at my hands?"

"$TITLE3 $NAME4: feeble attempts. Answer: no."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH5
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your research on {$TECH0} is most fascinating, $TITLE1 $NAME2.
Won't you share it with your $PACTBROTHERORSISTER5?"

"You: capable of research: on your own."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH6
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your bases are at my mercy, $NAME1. If you wish to
escape with your skin it will also cost you your
data on {$TECH6."}

"$TITLE3 $NAME4: treacherous. Additional transmission: refused!"
Transmit data on $TECH6.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH7
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your faction is indeed a mighty one, $TITLE1 $NAME2, but my
forces are yet strong and I shall not allow you to
plunder the wealth of this planet without cutting me
in for a share. My price is your data on {$TECH0."}

"Your faction: insignificant."
Transmit data on $TECH0.
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH8
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE1 $NAME2, my followers remain suspicious that you plan to
repeat your past crimes against us, and they urge me this time to
attack preemptively. Will you help me mollify them by transmitting
your data on {$TECH0?"}

"$TITLE3: attempted ploy: failed."
"Mollification: proceeding."
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH9A
"$TITLE3 $NAME4: human idiom: liar liar pants on fire."
"$TECH0: transmitted: at once!"
"Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay."
"Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6."
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH10A
"Information: confidential. Request: refused."
"Transmission: begun."
"Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay."
"Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6."
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH11A
"Not understand: UN."
"Honor: human charter."
"Help: gladly. Expenses: $NUM0. Fervent hope: you pay."
"Fairness: both ways. You: provide $TECH6."
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH12
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your enemies offer great rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0} and {$TECH6."}

"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
"Transmission: immediate!"
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH13
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your enemies offer great rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0."}

"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
"Transmission: immediate!"
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH14
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your enemies offer generous rewards for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0,} {$TECH6,} and {$TECH8."}

"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
"Transmission: immediate!"
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECH15
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your enemies offer a king's ransom for your destruction, $TITLE1 $NAME2,
but I will close my ears to their whisperings in exchange for your
knowledge of {$TECH0,} {$TECH6,} {$TECH8,} and {$TECH9."}

"$NAME4: welcome to listen: whispers."
"Transmission: immediate!"
Consult Datalinks.

#DEMANDTECHAGAIN1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I cannot afford your price, $NAME2. Will you transmit
your data on {$TECH0} or not?"

"Tech transmission: funds required."
"Emotion: pity. Transmission: beginning."

#DEMANDTECHAGAIN2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I cannot trust you with that information, $NAME2.
So you are refusing to transmit your files on {$TECH0?"}

"Refusal: harsh word. Alternative: uninterested."
"Truth revealed: testing. Transmission: beginning."

#ASKFORLOAN1
#xs 400
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE0 $NAME1, I must confess I am a bit strapped for cash.
If you can spare me $NUM0 energy credits, I can make generous
payments of $NUM1 credit per year for $NUM2 years."

"$TITLE2 $NAME3: think Progenitor: banker?"
"Agreed: trusting: your honesty."
"Amount to lend: half instead."

#ASKFORLOAN2
#xs 400
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE0 $NAME1, I must confess I am a bit strapped for cash.
If you can spare me $NUM0 energy credits, I can make generous
payments of $NUM1 credits per year for $NUM2 years."

"$TITLE2 $NAME3: think Progenitor: banker?"
"Agreed: trusting: your honesty."
"Amount to lend: half instead."

#SWEARAPACT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE0 $NAME1. Our visions are compatible and our
interests convergent. Will you swear a {$PACTOFBROTHERORSISTERHOOD2}
with me that we may sweep all before us?"

"Pact concept: agreed!"
"Plans: differ. Refused: with regrets."

#RANSOMDEMAND
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE0 $NAME1, my forces are strong and my troops are mobilized.
If you do not return {$BASENAME2} to my possession immediately I shall
destroy you utterly."

"$BASENAME2: now belong: Progenitor!"
"Very well: trade land: peace."

#RANSOMTREATY
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"This is a Vendetta I never truly wanted, $TITLE0 $NAME1.
If you will but call it off and sign a Treaty of Friendship,
I shall return {$BASENAME2} to your possession."

"Return of base: end to Vendetta."
"$BASENAME2: shall be retaken. Petty bargain: irrelevant."

#OFFERTRUCE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Most prudent. In that case, I am willing
to pledge Blood Truce."

"Truce: pledged."
"No: fighting: to continue."

#MUSTTRUCE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Only with deepest bitterness do I
accept this defeat and
offer to pledge Blood Truce with you."

"Truce: accepted."
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."

#WANTTOTRUCE0
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"This Vendetta wastes life and resources.
Shall we pledge Blood Truce and have an end
to it?"

"Agreed. Truce: beneficial."
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."

#WANTTOTRUCE1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Fighting between the two of us only allows the others
to grow stronger. We should pledge Blood Truce before we
destroy one another."

"Agreed. Truce: beneficial."
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."


#WANTTOTRUCE2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your forces are formidable, $NAME1, and I see I was unwise to
test your patience. Allow me to pledge Blood Truce and make amends."

"Agreed. Truce: beneficial."
"Blood Truce: not enough. Your death: imminent."


#TECHTRUCE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"To secure a Blood Truce, I offer all of our data
on {$TECH0.}"

"Accepted."
"Your research: unacceptable."
Consult Datalinks.

#ENERGYTRUCE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"If you will but stay your hand, I shall send you
{$NUM0 energy credits} to compensate your losses."

Pledge Blood Truce.
"Concept: bribery. Ignored."

#TRUCEPLEASE
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I surrender, mighty $TITLE0 $NAME1, for my defeat is abject and total.
If you will but have mercy upon me, I shall give you all
of my energy credits ($NUM0) and share all of my
research data ($NUM1 new $<#1:tech:techs>). I shall
never trouble you again."

"Very well: but: thrall: you to Progenitor."
"No. Your destruction: required."

#PROTOPACT
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"I am pleased to report that my engineers have completed
the new $UNITTYPE0 prototype ($STATS1)! The first units are entering service
now. Would you care to share prototype data?"

"No: prototype data: too important."
"Yes. Prototypes: to be traded."

#OFFERTREATY
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"For the record, I have no quarrel with you, $TITLE0 $NAME1, nor
with your $<M1:$FACTIONADJ2> followers. Let us sign a Treaty of
Friendship and coexist in peace."

Sign treaty.
"Concept: treaty: rejected."

#OFFERTREATY2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Our Blood Truce expires soon, $TITLE0 $NAME1, as I am sure you
are aware. Shall we make the peace between us permanent by signing
a Treaty of Friendship?"

Sign Treaty.
"Concept: treaty: rejected."

#ENERGYTREATY
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Would a {$NUM0 credit} contribution towards your $PETPROJECTS2 change
your mind?"

Sign treaty.
"Energy: insufficient: changing of mind."

#GETOUT1
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Your forces near $BASENAME0 are in violation of
our Treaty of Friendship! I demand that you withdraw them at once!"

Withdraw forces to nearest base.
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
"Treaty: repudiated. Progenitor forces: to remain!"

#GETOUT2
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"You have violated my territorial integrity in contravention
of our Treaty of Friendship! Pull your troops back now or I shall
commence military reprisals!"

Withdraw forces to nearest base.
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
"Treaty: repudiated. Progenitor forces: to remain!"

#GETOUT3
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Perhaps your troops failed to notice my large boundary markers when
they illegally intruded into my territory. Would you kindly comply
with our Treaty of Friendship by removing your forces at once?

Withdraw forces to nearest base.
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
"No: borders: to change."

#GETOUT4
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE3 $NAME4, I will not tolerate incursions into my territory.
Will you withdraw your forces, or must I take the time to explain
the terms of our Treaty of Friendship once again?"

Withdraw forces to nearest base.
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
"New decision: attack. Your destruction: imminent!"

#GETOUT5
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"$TITLE3 $NAME4, some of your $<M2:$FACTIONPEJ5> followers have been
detected operating inside $<M1:$FACTIONADJ6> territory. This is explicitly
forbidden by our Treaty of Friendship and I must insist that they
depart forthwith."

Withdraw forces to nearest base.
"You: likewise withdraw: Progenitor territory."
"Your boundaries: forthwith ignored."

#DIPLOMENU
"Believe: finished."
"You: interest: continued trading?"
"Proposal: to make."
"Proposal: additional."
"Battle plans: coordinate!"
"Your vendetta: call off against . . ."
"I need your vote at an upcoming Council meeting."
"Declaration: $PACTOFBORS1: null and void!"
"You: violation: Progenitor territory! Require: leave!"

#PROPOSALMENU
"Proposal: not at this time."
"Progenitor: token of friendship: you accept?"
"$PACTOFBORS1: we swear!"
"Treaty of Friendship: we sign."
"Your research: desire: access."
"Prototype information: you sell."
"Commlink frequencies: desire for other factions."
"Energy credits: urgent need."
"Loan balance: $NUM0: repayment in full."
"Survey data: exchange."
"Attack: jointly: Progenitor enemy . . ."
"Your base: cede control of one."
"Military units: Progenitor will provide."

#COUNTERMENU
"Proposal: not at this time."
"Loan payments: generous schedule."
"Considerations: future. Present: friendship only."
"Any price: you set, $TITLE0."
"Promise: your destruction: forego."
"$PACTOFBORS2: cancelled: if you disagree."
"Research data: upload to you?"
"ALL research data: upload to you?"
"Energy credits: send some."
"Progenitor base: ceded to you."

#PAYBASESWAP
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Well, $BASENAME0 is an unimportant prison colony. I suppose I could be
persuaded to part with it for, say, $NUM0 energy credits."

"$NUM0: excessive price for $BASENAME0!"
Pay $NUM0 energy credits.

#TECHBASESWAP
#xs 440
#caption $CAPTION7
"Hmm, Tempting. The population of $BASENAME0 is a reeking mass of
ungrateful wretches anyway. I am willing to cede control of it,
but you must agree to share with me ALL of your technological
files."

"$TITLE2: makes human joke."
Share technological data.

#ARTIFACT
#xs 440
#caption Operations Director
A Library Nodule Artifact has arrived at $BASENAME0. Shall we unleash its powers?

#TAKENARTIFACT
#xs 440
#caption Operations Director
Our $UNITTYPE0 unit has seized a Library Nodule Artifact from
the $FACTION1!

#ALIENPROBE
#xs 440
#caption Operations Director
Probe teams cannot affect Manifold life-forms.

#ASCENT
#xs 440
#caption The Voice of Planet
With the Voice of Planet operational, you may now begin your
Ascent to Transcendence! Any faction may now initiate the Ascent
to Transcendence project at any base. The first faction to complete
the project will imprint its ideals most deeply on the Planetary Mind.

#CONQUERPLANET
#xs 440
#caption Planetary Conquest!
$TITLE0 $NAME1, the last pockets of enemy resistance have been
swept aside! Nothing remains between you and absolute power over
the fate of the galaxy. Congratulations--Planet is yours!

#BATTLEPLANS
#xs 440
#x -20
#y -20
#caption $CAPTION7
"I plan to move in force against $BASENAME0. I suggest you amass your
own forces and attempt an assault on $BASENAME1."

"Concur."
"Wait: counterproposal: . . ."