Syzygy

warmWithGarlandMorning: true -- "Never doubt your importance to me, Diplomat, and to the Sol Systems Alliance's mission. "Swiftly, then, to business — that snitchy little drone that sleeps in your cabin tells me you slept poorly for the 15th night in a row. Being the wonder I am, I've made a medical appointment for you." [[I don't need a checkup. I need real coffee.|coffee]] [[I was dreaming about sunlight. About home.|sunlight]] [[Can you go instead of me?|morningjoke]]

warmWithGarlandMorning: false -- "Grumpy, grumpy! It's been a while since you've slung my title at me, Diplomat. I do my best to bring verve to the role, of course, within **the Sol Systems Alliance's** tolerance. "Alas, then, to business — that snitchy little drone that sleeps in your cabin tells me you slept poorly for the 15th night in a row. Being the wonder I am, I've made a medical appointment for you." [[I don't need a checkup. I need real coffee.|coffee]] [[I was dreaming about sunlight. About home.|sunlight]] [[Can you go instead of me?|morningjoke]]

coffeeDrinker: true sunChaser: false -- "Are you up on your classics, Diplomat? Douglas Adams, specifically, human author working around the turn of the last millennium, if memory serves. Long before there were any of us born in space, yet he seemed to have a marvelous grasp of the feel of it. "I mention it because he once described coffee in space as, quote, *a cupful of liquid that was almost, but not quite, entirely unlike coffee*. Perhaps you would find yourselves with points of view in common." [[Clearly a time-travelling author. No other way to get it so right.|unreadAdams]] [[He was talking about tea, actually.|readAdams]]

sunChaser: true readAdams: false coffeeDrinker: false -- "I'm sometimes glad that I was born in deep space. I hear so many of you talk about the sun and atmosphere like they're the most wonderful things ever to have encountered each other. It sounds as burdensome as my romances, honestly." [[You should take leave and visit Earth. Feel it for yourself.|GarlandVacay]] [[Bodies grown on Earth need Earth.|EarthTalk]] [[Is this why I've never seen you on the garden deck?|GarlandGarden]]

sadComedian: true readAdams: false coffeeDrinker: false -- [if warmWithGarlandMorning] "There, there. The medical team is mostly harmless, from what I've heard. Though it's hardly difficult to imagine what's been keeping you up, is it? All these goings-on with Syzygy and its new ambassador. "Surprise! Did I neglect to mention? Syzygy's diplomatic office confirmed overnight that somebody new has as they put it, *ascended* to the rank of Long-Distance Representative to the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive. "All a little unexpected, of course. Something's going on over there. Whether or not we're happy about it is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]] [unless warmWithGarlandMorning] "I only do favors for people who call me Garland, not *Assistant Albanon*. Though it's hardly difficult to imagine what's been keeping you up, is it? All these goings-on with Syzygy and its new ambassador. "Surprise! Did I neglect to mention? Syzygy's diplomatic office confirmed overnight that somebody new has as they put it, *ascended* to the rank of Long-Distance Representative to the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive. "All a little unexpected, of course. Something's going on over there. Whether or not we're happy about it is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, loyal assistant. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]]

readAdams: true -- "He was? I should have known you'd be familiar with the material. Perhaps something to share with **Syzygy's new ambassador**. "Which, yes — surprise! Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]]

readAdams: false -- "You're not the first to suggest he might have been a traveller. Perhaps an insight to share with **Syzygy's new ambassador**. "Which, yes — surprise! Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]]

"They sent their little missive by tight-beam. Nothing unusual in its security or clearance, sent by Long-Distance Representative Hannu, the new Syzygian at the post. "It looks to have been dictated verbally and then translated, as always. People from Earth say Syzygians remind them of *praying mantises*, all whistling noises and humming, but I find that reductive. "**Remember to pay close attention**. You'll need to get the details from this right in your responses to Hannu, or they'll question their value to us. "Emphasis and saucy formatting theirs, not mine, as always." [[Just read it, Garland.|justreadit]] [[As if they could out-sauce you. Go ahead.|justreadit]]

"Long-Distance Representative Hannu, the new Syzygian at the post. They sent their little missive by tight-beam, nothing unusual in its security or clearance. "It looks to have been dictated verbally and then translated, as always. People from Earth say Syzygians remind them of *praying mantises*, all whistling noises and humming, but I find that reductive. "**Remember to pay close attention**. You'll need to get the details from this right in your responses to Hannu, or they'll question their value to us. "Emphasis and saucy formatting theirs, not mine, as always." [[Just read it, Garland.|justreadit]] [[As if they could out-sauce you. Go ahead.|justreadit]]

[if warmWithGarlandMorning] "I've been tempted many times, yes, but something about the horrendous atmosphere and UV exposure always takes the shine off the brochures. There's quite enough amusement in our inky black void to keep me occupied. "You sound almost poetic when you bring it up, however. Perhaps something to share with **Syzygy's new ambassador**. "Which, yes — surprise! Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]] [unless warmWithGarlandMorning] "You greet me as *Assistant Albanon*, and now you're imploring me to leave space and attempt to connect with a home my ancestors' ancestors barely remember and which they, if memory serves, did their best to try and destroy. I can scarcely feel the ground beneath my feet. "Which, yes — surprise! Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]]

[if warmWithGarlandMorning] "Perhaps we could further say, then, that bodies born in space, such as mine, need only to remain here, where we never have to worry about pollution or trees falling over or water appearing above us without sustained warning. Honestly, Diplomat, Earth just sounds stressful. "Speaking of stress, would you like some more of it? As I've news: **Syzygy has a new ambassador**, among other things. "Which, yes — surprise! Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]] [unless warmWithGarlandMorning] "You greet me as *Assistant Albanon*, and now you're talking about our planet, a place you won't see for another year hence, as if it's essential to your body. You're beginning to worry me, Diplomat. It's no wonder you're not sleeping. "Speaking of stress, I come to you this morning with more of it. "Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]]

[if warmWithGarlandMorning] "No offense to the lovely flowers, Diplomat. Rather I'm devastated to report that have horrendous hayfever. But if I wasn't so afflicted, rest assured, I'd be down there with you coating my lips in pollen and pining for Earth. I might even enjoy it. "You sound almost poetic when you talk about it, however. It makes me trust you more. Perhaps something to share with **Syzygy's new ambassador**. "Which, yes — surprise! Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]] [unless warmWithGarlandMorning] "You greet me as *Assistant Albanon*, and now you're worried about my appreciation for plants and insects. I can scarcely feel the ground beneath my feet. I hope I haven't upset you, Diplomat. "Speaking of upsets, I bring you a surprise. Syzygy sent an urgent ping hours ago to let us know that power has shifted. They've assigned us a new Long-Distance Representative to handle communications between their planet and the Sol Systems Alliance. They've sent you a confidential missive in the spirit of, I quote, *warm and refreshing diplomacy*. "All of this is absolutely unexpected. The Sol Systems Alliance's been caught with its trousers puddled around its ankles while our Generational Fleet's still en route to connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. "How we handle this news is for you to decide." [[Syzygy is our most important ally in that sector. Read me the message.|confirmedQ]] [[Don't keep me in suspense, Garland. Who's the new Distinguished Long-Distance so-and-so?|whoIs]]

askedAboutPolitics: true -- "The last we heard from our sources on Syzygy was that an unhappy system of city-states was coming undone over scarce resources. Your awareness of this is likely a key factor in your poor sleep of late, dear Diplomat. "I wonder how the new power — this city-state, Espoo — feels about the Generational Fleet. They've been underway for nearly 250 years, carrying thousands of personnel. Our contacts in Vantaa mentioned groups on Syzygy who fear connection to the Sol Systems Alliance and the fleet. These groups are mostly based in Espoo, which perhaps ought to be of some concern. "The Generational Fleet's main task, of course, is to connect Syzygy to our interstellar transit system. Imagine! You and I will be able to visit after they're done, crossing light-years in a matter of seconds." [[Then why did Hannu say we'd never be able to see the sunset?|sunsetq]] [[We shouldn't involve ourselves in local squabbles.|uninterestedInEspoo]]

askedAboutParhat: true -- "He last contacted us several weeks ago, by mobile tight-beam. He said the Fleet was slowing down on its final approach to Syzygy, and that his crew had begun the process of waking up the population. They'll arrive in the planet's orbit in 3 days. "Their first task is to establish a base in orbit. From there, they'll build the planet's connection to the Sol Systems Alliance's interstellar network. Though the Syzygians seem to want him planetside first, now, for some reason. "The good admiral sounded quite excited in his message, for what it's worth. He's been awake with only a few robots for company for nearly a month. I imagine he's getting quite good at talking to himself." [unless askedAboutPolitics] [[What else do we know about this "societal evolution"? It sounds like a coup, or a swiftly won war.|politicsq]] [continue] [unless readFirstJantti] [[Let's hear some of that poet, Jantti.|Janttipoems1]] [continue] [[Let's message Hannu, and then the admiral.|messagetoHannu1]]

readFirstJantti:true -- "Excellent choice, Diplomat, though be warned — our translator has had its way with the material. I'll begin. Ahem." [align center] *** **Collapse at Dusk** Seething orange\ damn hot\ trembling\ seeping death-heat Subsumed\ its light pours into me\ I pour into it\ my body does not belong to me and I am overcome *** [align left] [[*Damn hot*. I like it.|Janttifan]] [[Please, Garland, have mercy. Stop.|JanttiHater]] [if readAdams] [[This sounds like one of Adams' Vogons wrote it.|DouglasJanttifan]] [continue] [if sunChaser] [[This is what I meant when I said I missed the sun.|Janttisun]]

Janttifan: true DouglasJanttifan: false Janttisun: false JanttiHater: false -- "There's something to it, I must admit. Very, shall we say, *evocative*." [unless askedAboutPolitics] [[What else do we know about this "societal evolution"? It sounds like a coup, or a swiftly won war.|politicsq]] [continue] [unless askedAboutParhat] [[Remind me where we stand with Admiral Parhat.|parhatq]] [continue] [[Let's write a message to Hannu, and then one to Parhat.|messagetoHannu1]]

DouglasJanttifan: true Janttisun: false JanttiHater:false Janttifan: false -- "I remember the Vogons, yes. Not known for their erudition, I recall, though perhaps Long-Distance Representative Hannu would appreciate the opportunity to learn about them in your return message." [unless askedAboutPolitics] [[What else do we know about this "societal evolution"? It sounds like a coup, or a swiftly won war.|politicsq]] [continue] [unless askedAboutParhat] [[Remind me where we stand with Admiral Parhat.|parhatq]] [continue] [[Let's write a message to Hannu, and then one to Parhat.|messagetoHannu1]]

JanttiHater: true DouglasJanttifan: false Janttisun: false Janttifan:false -- "Not to your taste, Diplomat? No accounting for it, I suppose." [unless askedAboutPolitics] [[What else do we know about this "societal evolution"? It sounds like a coup, or a swiftly won war.|politicsq]] [continue] [unless askedAboutParhat] [[Remind me where we stand with Admiral Parhat.|parhatq]] [continue] [[Let's write a message to Hannu, and then one to Parhat.|messagetoHannu1]]

askedAboutSunset: true -- "Dictate to me, Diplomat, and I'll compose the message for you in the tight-beam transmitter. We'll review before sending, of course. "**Remember to watch your tone, too**. Syzygians have historically preferred to keep their diplomacy superficial, hiding meaning behind politeness. They'll adjust their responses to you based on your approach." [[Let's begin.|message1comp1]]

Janttisun: true DouglasJanttifan: false JanttiHater:false Janttifan: false -- "They do sound rather like you, going on about a nearby star like they want to befriend it. I should have known." [unless askedAboutPolitics] [[What else do we know about this "societal evolution"? It sounds like a coup, or a swiftly won war.|politicsq]] [continue] [unless askedAboutParhat] [[Remind me where we stand with Admiral Parhat.|parhatq]] [continue] [[Let's write a message to Hannu, and then one to Parhat.|messagetoHannu1]]

askedAboutSunset: true -- "Excellent question. This is why you're the Diplomat." [unless askedAboutParhat] [[And when did we last hear from Admiral Parhat?|parhatq]] [continue] [unless readFirstJantti] [[Let's hear some of that poet, Jantti.|Janttipoems1]] [continue] [[Let's message Hannu now, and then Parhat immediately after.|messagetoHannu1]]

askedAboutSunset: false -- "You're right, of course. Our only interest is in ensuring the Generational Fleet fulfils its mission, Syzgian drama notwithstanding." [unless askedAboutParhat] [[And when did we last hear from Admiral Parhat?|parhatq]] [continue] [unless readFirstJantti] [[Let's hear some of that poet, Jantti.|Janttipoems1]] [continue] [[Let's reply to their message, then, and contact Admiral Parhat after.|messagetoHannu1]]

spelledHannuRight: true spelledHannuWrong: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, [[Your message was both unexpected and most welcome.|m1c5]] [[I'll save my questions about your appointment and instead address our mutual interests.|m1c6]] [[Your abrupt, unannounced missive bordered on an insult to the alliance between Syzygy and the interstellar Sol Systems Alliance.|m1c7]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c41]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c42]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c43]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c50]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c51]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c52]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c53]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c54]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c55]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c44]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c45]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c46]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c59]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c60]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c61]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c56]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c57]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c58]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c65]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c66]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c67]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c62]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c63]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c64]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. [[We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan.|m1c47]] [[While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan.|m1c48]] [[We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it.|m1c49]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c95]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c96]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c97]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c98]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c99]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c100]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c101]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c102]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c103]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c104]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c105]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c106]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c107]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c108]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c109]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c110]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c111]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c112]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c113]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c114]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c115]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c116]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c117]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c118]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c119]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c120]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c121]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c122]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c123]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c124]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c125]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c126]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c127]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c128]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c129]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c130]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c131]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c132]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c133]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c134]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c135]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c136]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c137]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c138]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c139]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c140]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c141]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c142]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c143]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c144]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c145]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c146]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c147]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c148]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c149]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c150]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c151]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c152]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c153]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c154]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c155]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c156]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c157]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c158]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c159]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c160]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c161]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c162]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c163]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c164]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c165]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c166]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c167]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c168]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c169]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c170]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c171]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c172]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c173]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c174]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c175]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c176]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c177]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c178]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c179]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c180]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c181]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c182]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c183]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c184]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c185]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c186]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c187]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c188]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c189]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c190]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c191]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c192]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c193]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c194]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c195]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c196]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c197]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c198]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. [[I appreciate you sharing Jantti's poetry with me.|m1c199]] [[I did not appreciate the poetry in your message.|m1c200]] [if DouglasJanttifan] [[Jantti's work reminded me of one of our own authors, Douglas Adams.|m1c201]] [continue] [if Janttisun] [[Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously.|m1c202]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel — extended works of literary fiction — around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. As Long-Distance Representative Ynnis was from Vantaa, we're naturally more familiar with their customs and history than we are with Espoo's and, by extension, yours. We would deeply appreciate your insight into the relationship between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the new government's plans regarding the city-states. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, While unexpected, it was a pleasure to receive your message. I had a warm relationship with your predecessor and hope to enjoy the same with you, in the hope that we continue to deepen the alliance between Syzygy and the Sol Systems Alliance. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I'm full of questions about your appointment as Long-Distance Representative, as well as details on the political upheaval you described in your message. In the interest of time, however, I'll only address my most immediate concerns. While we have agents in Espoo, we would still appreciate your recounting of its expansion, and the fate of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: true mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel — extended works of literary fiction — around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's work reminded me of one of our human authors, Douglas Adams. He wrote novels about space travel around 1,000 years ago, long before we left Earth and joined the Sol Systems Alliance. Despite his distance from us in time, he had a remarkable grasp of the feeling of human life in space. I recommend *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* as a first read. I'll leave you with perhaps his most famous words: *Don't panic.* ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. Our agents in Espoo continue to report to us, but we would appreciate your honest assessment of Syzygy's situation, as well as Espoo's intentions for its future under your new regime. We hope for the safety and prosperity of the people of Vantaa. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will pass your message along to Admiral Parhat, and are interested to understand why you've changed the arrival plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. While we're happy to contact Admiral Parhat, we first need you to help us understand the change of plan. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 complimentedJantti: true insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, I appreciate you sharing Jantti's work with me. I was unfamiliar with their style, but found it most enjoyable. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -1 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: true mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Finally, the Sol Systems Alliance will never be distracted from its mission by poetry about sunsets. We would prefer that our correspondence remain strictly objective-oriented until such time as trust between us has been restored. ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +2 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: true -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The manner in which we learned of Syzygy's new government bordered on an insult to our alliance. We cannot be expected to simply accept your word that all is well for the people of Vantaa, or proceed as if we are talking to the same government we made our agreements with. Our relationship has clearly changed. We are deeply concerned about the Syzygians living in Vantaa, and about the stability of Syzygy as a whole. We will not appreciate any response to this inquiry that constitutes or gives the appearance of being propaganda from the current power, your city-state, Espoo. We will not advise Admiral Parhat of your requested change in landing until you provide an explanation for it. Before I sign off, I wanted to tell you that Jantti's words reached me. I miss my homeworld's sun tremendously: the land I'm from on Earth is blessed with jagged mountains to the west that provide a dramatic backdrop for each sunset, giving the impression of our planet itself reaching up into our sun's deep oranges, reds, and purples. Like Jantti, *I am overcome*. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m1complete]]

_goodvibe1st: FirstMessageVibe >=4 _neutralvibe1st: FirstMessageVibe <=3 _badmessage1st: FirstMessageVibe <=1 -- "As you will it, Diplomat. Assuming they reply as soon as they receive the message, we should hear from back from Long-Distance Representative Hannu — unless another revolution abruptly removes them, of course — tomorrow. "In the meantime, you said you wanted to contact Admiral Parhat. I imagine he'll be very interested to hear how much has changed on Syzygy." [[We can calm Parhat, or alarm him. Let's think carefully.|Parhatm1]]

FirstMessageVibe: 0 complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false -- "I wouldn't send a first draft out either, Diplomat. Wise decision. "As before, simply dictate the message to me, and I'll submit your message to the tight-beam transmitter. I'll of course ask again before sending. "Don't forget, too, that Syzygians have historically preferred to keep their diplomacy superficial, hiding meaning behind politeness. They'll adjust their responses to you based on your approach." [[I want to get the tone just right.|message1comp1]]

ParhatNeutralTone1: true ParhatAlarmism1: false -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] We were surprised to be contacted by the Syzygians communications office this morning. There appears to be ongoing political upheaval: Vantaa, previously the seat of power, has been ostensibly subsumed in some form or another by Espoo, a rival city-state. Long-Distance Representative Ynnis has been hastily replaced. [continue] They're asking that you land the entire Generational Fleet planetside, near Espoo, rather than wait for them in orbit. Don't change your plans yet — we're working to understand the reason for the change. [if askedAboutSunset] Diplomatic Assistant Garland Albanon tells me that Espoo is home to factions who resent the Sol Systems Alliance and would prefer that we not connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. The Long-Distance Representative mentioned in their missive that I would, quote, *never see their sunset*, which will obviously not be the case if we connect the planet to the transit network as planned. By contrast, Vantaa was always enthusiastic about the project. Given this, I believe it makes sense for us to be on the alert. We'll update you as soon as we can. [continue] [if Janttifan] As an aside, the new representative was unusually verbose in their message, going so far as to share some fairly enjoyable Syzygians poetry with us. Whether this was a product of nerves or personality remains to be seen. [continue] [if JanttiHater] As an aside, the new representative was unusually verbose in their message, going so far as to share some truly unappealing poetry with us. Whether this was a product of nerves or personality remains to be seen. [continue] [if Janttisun] As an aside, the new representative was unusually verbose in their message, going so far as to share Syzygians poetry with us. They're as enamored with the sun as anyone Earth-born is with ours. Whether this was a product of nerves or personality remains to be seen. [continue] To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[I think that's everything.|Parhatm1complete]]

ParhatNeutralTone1: false ParhatAlarmism1: true -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] The Syzygian communications office sent an urgent missive this morning. The city-state of Espoo has annihilated the city-state of Vantaa, the traditional seat of power. They didn't say what they've done to the rest of Vantaa's population. They've additionally asked that you land the entire Generational Fleet planetside, near Espoo, rather than wait for them in orbit. We're struggling to think of a positive reason for this update. [if askedAboutSunset] Diplomatic Assistant Garland Albanon tells me that Espoo is home to factions who resent the Sol Systems Alliance and would prefer that we not connect Syzygy to the interstellar network. The Long-Distance Representative mentioned in their missive that I would, quote, *never see their sunset*, which will obviously not be the case if we connect the planet to the transit network as planned. By contrast, Vantaa was always enthusiastic about the project. Given this, I believe it makes sense for us to be on the alert. We'll update you as soon as we can. [continue] [if Janttifan] As an aside, the new representative was unusually verbose in their message, going so far as to share some fairly enjoyable Syzygians poetry with us. Whether this was a product of nerves or personality remains to be seen. [continue] [if JanttiHater] As an aside, the new representative was unusually verbose in their message, going so far as to share some truly unappealing poetry with us. Whether this was a product of nerves or personality remains to be seen. [continue] [if Janttisun] As an aside, the new representative was unusually verbose in their message, going so far as to share Syzygians poetry with us. They're as enamored with the sun as anyone Earth-born is with ours. Whether this was a product of nerves or personality remains to be seen. [continue] To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[I think that's everything.|Parhatm1complete]]

ParhatNeutralTone1: false ParhatAlarmism1: false -- "Never send the first draft, I always say. "I'm ready, Diplomat. Dictate to me, and I'll begin." [[Let's try again.|Parhatm1]]

readHannuMessage1: false readParhatMessage1: false readJanttiPoem2: false readIntel1: false -- "Shall we break for *Sargasso*'s attempt at coffee, Diplomat? We won't hear back from either Syzygy or Parhat until tomorrow morning at the earliest." [[Nothing would please me more, Garland.|beginDay2]] [if coffeeDrinker] [[Stop calling it coffee, would you? It's brown betrayal-water.|beginDay2coffee]] [continue] [if sunChaser] [[I'm heading to the garden deck. You're more than welcome, of course.|beginDay2sun]] [continue] [if readAdams] [[I think I'll read some *Hitchhiker's Guide*, actually. It's been too long.|beginDay2Adams]]

"At your station early again, Diplomat. A marvelous portent if ever I saw one, especially given that your bedroom drone tells me last night was your 16th bad sleep on the trot. "Alas, to work. You've two unread messages: one from Long-Distance Representative Hannu, and one from Admiral Parhat. "Which would you like to read first? I'll begin reading immediately." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [[Admiral Parhat first. It's been too long.|Parhat1stresponse]] [[Knowledge first, Garland. Let's hear the intelligence report.|SyzygyIntel1]]

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"At your station early again, Diplomat. A marvelous portent if ever I saw one, especially given that your bedroom drone tells me last night was your 16th bad sleep on the trot. "I had hoped, of course, that our stroll around the gardens would have helped you sleep. Take me up on my offer of antihistamines next time, would you? They make you drowsy in exchange for making flora tolerable. "Alas, then, to work. You've two unread messages: one from Long-Distance Representative Hannu, and one from Admiral Parhat. I would be surprised if either pertains to flowers, though there's a non-zero chance Hannu wants to butter you up talking about sunshine again. "Additionally, we've a fresh intelligence report from our agents in Espoo. Ominously, nothing from agents in any other city-state. "Which would you like to read first? I'll begin dictation immediately." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [[Admiral Parhat first. It's been too long.|Parhat1stresponse]] [[Knowledge first, Garland. Let's hear the intelligence report.|SyzygyIntel1]]

"At your station early again, Diplomat. A marvelous portent if ever I saw one, especially given that your bedroom drone tells me last night was your 16th bad sleep on the trot. "The drone tells me you were up late of your own volition, however. I do hope you were spending time with an English writer many centuries dead. I would class that as a deep benefit to you both. "Alas, then, to work. You've two unread messages: one from Long-Distance Representative Hannu, and one from Admiral Parhat. I would be surprised if either pertains to literature, though there's a non-zero chance Hannu wants to butter you up talking about poetry again. "Which would you like to read first? I'll begin dictation immediately." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [[Admiral Parhat first. It's been too long.|Parhat1stresponse]] [[Knowledge first, Garland. Let's hear the intelligence report.|SyzygyIntel1]]

"At your station early again, Diplomat. A marvelous portent if ever I saw one, especially given that your bedroom drone tells me last night was your 16th bad sleep on the trot. "I'm not sure what you were expecting, given the volume and variety of coffee you insisted I critique after dinner. I still can't quite take seriously your insistence that there's any need for different blends that attempt to taste distinct from one another. I did enjoy hearing you threaten me with a trip to Earth, however. My cheeks still hurt. "Alas, then, to work. You've two unread messages: one from Long-Distance Representative Hannu, and one from Admiral Parhat. I would be surprised if either pertains to coffee, though there's a non-zero chance Hannu wants to butter you up talking about poetry again. "Which would you like to read first? I'll begin dictation immediately." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Let's see what Hannu has to say.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [[Admiral Parhat first. It's been too long.|Parhat1stresponse]] [[Knowledge first, Garland. Let's hear the intelligence report.|SyzygyIntel1]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sometype Mono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sometype Mono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" UnseenUnseen: true vantaaClue: true FarmerJuho: false LostLanguage: false readHannuMessage1: true -- [align center] ~~Addressed to effervescent Diplomat Calliope, friend and ally to Espoo and Syzygy~~ [align left] [after 7 seconds] It was a pleasure to hear your message. I appreciate your offer to contact Admiral Parhat. I implore you to make our intention clear to him: we will not greet him in orbit, but only on the ground, close our city-state of Espoo. I've attached the coordinates. Personally, I look forward to finally meeting him, having been aware of his approach for my entire life, as is the case for all Syzygians of my generation. Your questions regarding the status of relations between Espoo and Vantaa, as well as the health of Syzygy as a whole, were very well received. It has been both Espoo's obligation and our privilege to institute traditional, healthy systems of government for Vantaa and its residents, to whom no unearned harm has or will come, given that they are our siblings and shortly will be residents of Espoo, too, it having consumed Vantaa. Espoo believes, as most assuredly I do, being from Espoo, loyal and surveiled as we all must be, that seclusion and inward focus are crucial to our continued advancement as a people. We appreciate the Sol Systems Alliance's unwavering support in this effort. [if complimentedJantti] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It thrilled me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti. It gives me the sense that despite the distance between us, we have thoughts in common. *Collapse at Dusk* has long been a favorite of mine. I've attached another from their considerable canon: *Unseen Unseen*. [continue] [if insultedJantti] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. I was saddened to hear that you didn't enjoy Jantti's *Collapse at Dusk*. I've attached another from their canon, in the hopes that it might meet with your pleasure: *Unseen Unseen*. [continue] [if mentionedDouglas] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It thrilled me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti. It gives me the sense that despite the distance between us, we have thoughts in common. To fill the empty void with these threads that bind us must surely be the purpose of our art. Being as that is, I regret to inform you that Espoo does not permit attempts at art from beyond Syzygy, least of all from Sol Systems Alliance species. I would kindly ask you to refrain from directly quoting their work in our future correspondence, but invite you to continue to describe the literature in vague terms. I've attached another from Jantti's considerable canon for your enjoyment: *Unseen Unseen*. [continue] [if mentionedSunset] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It thrilled me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti and that their words evoked for you a vision of your home, surely among your most precious memories. To fill the empty void with these threads that bind us must surely be the purpose of our art. Being as that is, I regret to inform you that Espoo does not permit images of worlds from beyond Syzygy, least of sunsets witnessed on Sol Systems Alliance homeworlds. I would kindly ask you to refrain from directly describing your home in our future correspondence, but invite you to continue to describe your feelings about it in suitably vague terms. I've attached another from Jantti's considerable canon for your enjoyment: *Unseen Unseen*. [continue] Please do confirm in your next message, which I await with impatience, that Admiral Parhat is aware of the new landing plan and will meet us with the entire Generational Fleet under his command on the ground outside of Espoo. [if mentionedDouglas] [align center] ~~Don't panic, Long-Distance Representative Hannu~~ [align left] [else] [align center] ~~With respect and optimism, from one soul to another, Long-Distance Representative Hannu~~ [align left] [[That's all.|readHannuResponse1]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sometype Mono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sometype Mono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" UnseenUnseen: false vantaaClue: false FarmerJuho: true LostLanguage: false readParhatMessage1: false readHannuMessage1: true -- [align center] ~~Addressed to Diplomat Calliope, in need of performance review, responsible for relations between the Sol Systems Alliance and our planet Syzygy~~ [align left] [after 7 seconds] Admiral Parhat must know that we will not greet him in orbit, but only on the ground, close our city-state of Espoo. I've attached the coordinates. Your failure to pass on this information will create a rift between the two sides of our increasingly fragile alliance. Like all Syzygyians of my generation, I have been aware of the Generational Fleet's approach for my entire life. Syzygy is not a passive vessel to be approached on any terms other than our own. As regards the city-states of Espoo and Vantaa, the most I can share is that Espoo is returning our planet to its traditional values. If the Sol Systems Alliance doesn't hear from anyone inside Vantaa, assume it is because the pleasures and fulfilments of their new lives occupy them fully. [if complimentedJantti] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It pleased me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti, a bright spot in an otherwise unwelcome missive. I've attached another from their considerable canon: *Farmer Juho*. [continue] [if insultedJantti] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. I was saddened but hardly surprised to hear that you didn't enjoy Jantti's *Collapse at Dusk*. I've attached another from their canon that might align more directly with your cultural inclination: *Farmer Juho*. [continue] [if mentionedDouglas] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It pleased me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti, a bright spot in an otherwise unwelcome missive. However, the comparison to Douglas Adams was uncalled for. Espoo does not permit attempts at art from beyond Syzygy, least of all from Sol Systems Alliance species. Refrain from directly quoting their work in our future correspondence. I've attached another from Jantti's considerable canon for your interest: *Farmer Juho*. [continue] [if mentionedSunset] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It pleased me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti and that their words evoked for you a vision of your home, though the comparison between the sunsets of Syzygy and Earth is as illogical as it is unseemly. I've attached another from Jantti's considerable canon for your interest: *Farmer Juho*. [continue] Please confirm in your next message that Admiral Parhat is aware of the new landing plan and will meet us with the entire Generational Fleet under his command on the ground outside of Espoo. [align center] ~~At a further remove, Long-Distance Representative Hannu~~ [[That's all.|readHannuResponse1]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sometype Mono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sometype Mono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" UnseenUnseen: false vantaaClue: true FarmerJuho: false LostLanguage: true readHannuMessage1: true -- [align center] ~~Addressed to Diplomat Calliope, responsible for relations between the Sol Systems Alliance and our planet Syzygy~~ [align left] [after 7 seconds] I appreciate your offer to contact Admiral Parhat. I implore you to make our intention clear to him: we will not greet him in orbit, but only on the ground, close our city-state of Espoo. I've attached the coordinates. Personally, I look forward to finally meeting him, having been aware of his approach for my entire life, as is the case for all Syzygians of my generation. The pace of change on Syzygy has been swift indeed. As regards the city-states of Espoo and Vantaa, I can tell you that it has been both Espoo's obligation and our privilege to institute traditional, healthy systems of government for Vantaa and its residents. Espoo believes, as most assuredly I do, being from Espoo, loyal and surveiled as we all must be, that seclusion and inward focus are crucial to our continued advancement as a people. We appreciate the Sol Systems Alliance's unwavering support in this effort. [if complimentedJantti] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It pleased me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti. *Collapse at Dusk* has long been a favorite of mine. I've attached another from their considerable canon: *Lost Language No. 15*. [continue] [if insultedJantti] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. I was saddened to hear that you didn't enjoy Jantti's *Collapse at Dusk*. I've attached another from their canon, in the hopes that it might meet with your pleasure: *Lost Language No. 15*. [continue] [if mentionedDouglas] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It pleased me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti. *Collapse at Dusk* has long been a favorite of mine. I regret to inform you that Espoo does not permit attempts at art from beyond Syzygy, least of all from Sol Systems Alliance species. I would kindly ask you to refrain from directly quoting their work in our future correspondence, but invite you to continue to describe the literature in vague terms. I've attached another from Jantti's considerable canon for your enjoyment: *Lost Language No. 15*. [continue] [if mentionedSunset] Finally, permit me to address perhaps the most, but least, important matter between us. It pleased me to hear that you enjoyed the work of Jantti and that their words evoked for you a vision of your home, surely among your most precious memories. I regret to inform you that Espoo does not permit images of worlds from beyond Syzygy, least of sunsets witnessed on Sol Systems Alliance homeworlds. I would kindly ask you to refrain from directly describing your home in our future correspondence, but invite you to continue to describe your feelings about it in suitably vague terms. I've attached another from Jantti's considerable canon for your enjoyment: *Lost Language No. 15*. [continue] Please confirm in your next message that Admiral Parhat is aware of the new landing plan and will meet us with the entire Generational Fleet under his command on the ground outside of Espoo. [align center] ~~With respect, Long-Distance Representative Hannu~~ [align left] [[That's all.|readHannuResponse1]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sedan" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sedan 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" readHannuResponse1: true -- [if _goodvibe1st] "It seems Hannu likes you, Diplomat. You've a deft touch with your words. "That paragraph about Vantaa is especially interesting, what with all the notes about turning inward, cultural seclusion, all that nothing-to-see-here stuff. What's Hannu really trying to say, I wonder? And saying they're 'surveiled, as we all must be'. Are they speaking to you under duress? "They've attached more poetry, too. Lucky us." [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] "That could have been worse, couldn't it? Hannu didn't sound particularly warm, but they're not about to declare war on us, either. "They've attached more poetry, too. Lucky us." [continue] [if _badmessage1st] "I gather you've your own reasons for taking a harsher approach with Hannu. If that was your intention, it worked. They sound truly miffed. "They've attached more poetry, too. Lucky us." [continue] [if readParhatMessage1] [[Read me Parhat's message again.|Parhat1stresponse]] [continue] [unless readParhatMessage1] [[Read me Parhat's message, Garland.|Parhat1stresponse]] [continue] [[I suppose we'd better experience the poetry, then.|JanttiPoem2]] [if readIntel1] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [unless readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sedan" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sedan 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" readParhatMessage1: true -- [if ParhatNeutralTone1] "He sounds quite relaxed, Diplomat. Likely better than upsetting him so deep in space. Nothing worries me quite like a bored space marine, after all. "What next?" [continue] [if ParhatAlarmism1] "My, my. Who said anything about 'Syzygian warfare in space'? A bored space marine is a temperamental thing, Diplomat, difficult to control at such distance. "What next?" [continue] [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readHannuMessage1] [[I suppose we'd better experience the new poetry from Hannu's message, then.|JanttiPoem2]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[Read me the intelligence report again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [unless readIntel1] [[Read me the intelligence report.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

"Ah, yes! Here we go again. Our translator's had its way with this offering, just like it did with *Collapse at Dusk*. Do your best to enjoy it, Diplomat." [if _goodvibe1st] [align center] **Unseen Unseen** Mandibles chafing in the hot air\ Smoke chokes the valley Death hangs above me, commandant\ I submit, trapmaker Alas, Syzygy, draw my enemy to me\ bring them down into the smoke\ that chokes\ any who do not belong [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [align center] **Lost Language No. 15** My wings and legs\ A symphony Carried on Syzygy's wind Alas, my song stops\ where the wind stops Would that you could hear it [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [align center] **Farmer Juho** Upon a hill\ There stood a cow It must've moved\ Because it's not there now [continue] [align left] [[Just as moving as last time.|readJantti2]] [[Hannu's trying to tell us something.|readJantti2]]

readIntel1: true -- "I'm glad you asked, Diplomat. A new report came in just this morning from our agents on Syzygy. I'll summarize the main points. "Firstly, the city-state of Espoo has indeed invaded and subsumed the city-state Vantaa. We've yet to hear from anyone in Vantaa itself. From the outside, it appears that the takeover was quite violent. The whereabouts of our old contact, Long-Distance Representative Ynnis, are unknown. "We asked for information on Long-Distance Representative Hannu. Our agent in Espoo informs us that they're not a career diplomat, but rather the child of one of Espoo's highest-ranking leaders. It came as a surprise to the agent to hear that Hannu's in the post they're in, given that they've had nothing to do with diplomacy until now. The only publicly available information on Hannu is that they regularly participate in the Syzygian version of amatuer theater productions. "Both city-states are now under a strict lockdown, with a curfew that permits only short trips outside home-nests for truly essential business. "Our agent in the Syzygian military regrets that they're not able to report specifically on movements at the moment, but there has been some activity in orbit, and on the outskirts of Espoo. They confirm however that the Syzygian military capacity remains unchanged: powerful on the ground, and weak in space." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Thank you, Garland. Read me Hannu's message.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Thank you, Garland. Read me Hannu's message.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Thank you, Garland. Read me Hannu's message.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readHannuMessage1] [[Let's hear the new Jantti poetry from Hannu's message.|JanttiPoem2]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

"We've quite a few things to get across, Diplomat. We need to decide how much we want Hannu to know about our sway over the admiral, and then we need to decide what we think that same admiral should do. "It would be tremendously helpful if we could get Hannu to tell us why they want him down there at all, of course, though I imagine you have your suspicions. "Begin dictating, Diplomat, and I'll transcribe directly into the tight-beam transmitter." [[Let's message Hannu.|Hannum2begin]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, [[It was wonderful to hear from you.|m2c6]] [[I appreciate your friendly reply, but several questions remain.|m2c4]] [[Your message was cordial, but lacking in political substance.|m2c5]]

"I tend to agree, Diplomat. "What's your intepretation of the poem?" [if UnseenUnseen] [[Dark smoke, a trap, a *valley*... they mean to hurt Admiral Parhat if he lands.|bestReadingUnseenUnseen]] [[Something's wrong with the planet itself. It might not be safe.|wrongReadingUnseenUnseen]] [[I'm really not sure.|noReading]] [continue] [if LostLanguage] [[Hannu wants to tell us something, but doesn't think we'll understand.|bestReadingLostLanguage]] [[Hannu doesn't think Syzygians can ever communicate with the Sol Systems Alliance meaningfully.|wrongReadingLostLanguage]] [[I'm really not sure.|noReading]] [continue] [if FarmerJuho] [[Hannu doesn't trust us at all. This is a joke, perhaps intended as an insult.|bestReadingFarmerJuho]] [[This is an old Earth poem. Hannu's trying to tell us they know our culture.|wrongReadingFarmerJuho]] [[I'm really not sure.|noReading]]

bestReadingUnseen: true wrongReadingUnseen: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingFarmer: false -- "I hadn't thought of that, Diplomat, but now that you say it... yes, yes, I think you must be right. "After all, Hannu said earlier that as a loyal citizen of Espoo, they were being *surveiled*. They must be attempting to warn you, having been reassured of your trustworthiness by your earlier tone, that the Syzygians view our admiral as an enemy. "They must be attempting to ensure that the planet's never connected to the Sol Systems Alliance transit network, what with all that going-on about isolation and supremacy and purity. Hannu's trying to stop us from allowing Admiral Parhat to be captured or, I fear, worse." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

wrongReadingUnseen: true bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingFarmer: false -- "I hadn't thought of that, Diplomat, but now that you say it... yes, yes, I think you must be right. "Smoke covering a valley, an enemy drawing close, all very suggestive of a dangerous environment on the planet itself. I wonder if Hannu means to warn us that Admiral Parhat might face hazards should he land." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false -- "Literary interpretation isn't everyone's strong suit, Diplomat. I'm sure there's no need to read too deeply into it." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

bestReadingLost: true wrongReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false -- "I hadn't thought of that, Diplomat, but now that you say it... yes, yes, I think you must be right. "Hannu's worried that their words can't be properly understood outside of their planet, specifically by you, I suspect. I wonder if there's anything we could do in our next missive to reassure them that we can understand subtlety." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

wrongReadingLost: true bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false -- "I hadn't thought of that, Diplomat, but now that you say it... yes, yes, I think you must be right. "Hannu's worried that Syzygians communicate in a way that can't ever be understood by anyone who can't listen to them speak or sing. That their meaning is always lost in translation. How sad." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

bestReadingFarmer: true wrongReadingFarmer: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false -- "I hadn't thought of that, Diplomat, but now that you say it... yes, yes, I think you must be right. "Your tone must have sent a message in and of itself. I wonder if you'd consider attempting to repair the damage in your next message, or if you intend for your relationship with Hannu to maintain this timbre." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

wrongReadingFarmer: true bestReadingFarmer: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false -- "Are you quite sure about that, Diplomat? It's no Earth poem I've ever heard, certainly, but I defer to your cultural expertise. "It's quite something for Hannu to extend a hand — or a wing, I suppose — in friendship, given the tone of the rest of their message." [if _goodvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseGood]] [continue] [if _neutralvibe1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseNeutral]] [continue] [if _badmessage1st] [[Read me Hannu's message again.|Hannu1stResponseBad]] [continue] [if readIntel1] [[What's the latest intelligence from Syzygy?|SyzygyIntel1]] [else] [[Read me the intelligence report from Syzygy again.|SyzygyIntel1]] [continue] [[I'm ready to draft my responses.|message2Drafting]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, [[We appreciate your prompt reply to our message.|m2c124]] [[Your inexperience is hampering our diplomatic efforts.|m2c125]] [[The Sol Systems Alliance will never respond positively to arbitrary demands.|m2c126]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, [[We appreciate your prompt reply to our message.|m2c124]] [[Your inexperience is hampering our diplomatic efforts.|m2c125]] [[The Sol Systems Alliance will never respond positively to arbitrary demands.|m2c126]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. [[I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people.|m2c7]] [[We were saddened to hear of Espoo's desire for seclusion.|m2c8]] [[Our alliance does not condone or support the isolation you describe.|m2c9]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c16]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c17]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c18]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c19]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c20]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c21]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c22]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c23]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c24]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c25]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* was stirring. Earth has faced its share of climate disaster, too.|m2c26]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c27]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c28]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c29]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c30]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c31]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c32]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c33]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c34]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c35]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c36]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c37]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c38]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c39]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. [if bestReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* illuminated much for us, as we hope you intended.|m2c40]] [continue] [if wrongReadingUnseen] [[*Unseen Unseen* evoked much of the peril of our own Earth.|m2c41]] [continue] [[While we understand its importance generally, this is not the time for poetry.|m2c42]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c43]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c44]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c45]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c46]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c47]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c48]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c49]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c50]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c51]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c52]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c53]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c54]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c55]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c56]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c57]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c58]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c59]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c60]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c61]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c62]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c63]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c64]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c65]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c66]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c67]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c68]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c69]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c70]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c71]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c72]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c73]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c74]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c75]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c76]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c77]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c78]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c79]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c80]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c81]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c82]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c83]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c84]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c85]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c86]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c87]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c88]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c89]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c90]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c91]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c92]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c93]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c94]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c95]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c96]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c97]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c98]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c99]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c100]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c101]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c102]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c103]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c104]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c105]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c106]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c107]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c108]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c109]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c110]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c111]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c112]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c113]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c114]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. [[In an *unseen* development, none of Admiral Parhat's ships are equipped for atmospheric reentry.|m2c115]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c116]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c117]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c118]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c119]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c120]]

To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. [[We've informed Admiral Parhat of your coordinates, but the landing decision is ultimately his.|m2c121]] [[We'll advise Admiral Parhat to land by Espoo despite the hazards alluded to in Jantti's poem.|m2c122]] [[We will advise Admiral Parhat against landing on Syzygy.|m2c123]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, It was wonderful to hear from you. I admire how quickly you've come into your role, especially given the atmosphere of upheaval in Espoo and across Syzygy as a whole. That said, we must inform you that the Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, I was glad to receive your friendly reply, but several questions remain, chiefly concerning the current state of the people of the vanquished city-state Vantaa, as well as Espoo's intentions for the future of its relationship with the Sol Systems Alliance and, in particular, Admiral Nilsen Parhat and the Generational Fleet. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. I appreciate your insight into the welfare of Vantaa's people. To hear that they haven't come to harm, and are following you and the other people of Espoo into a system of government that a free majority believes is best for Syzygy, is the best we could have hoped for. We look forward to hearing from some of Vantaa's people themselves once the planet is connected to the interstellar network. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. Your notes about Espoo's desire for seclusion worried us. Our alliance thrives on the principle of mutual trust and the cooperation made possible by it. If Syzygy has decided to stray from the truth of that principle, it places a shadow of doubt over the longevity of our friendship. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Finally, Admiral Parhat has informed us that none of the Generational Fleet ships are capable of atmospheric reentry. This means that even if he wished it, he cannot land near Espoo, and must instead remain in orbit above Syzygy. This complication was unseen from our side, but stands in our way regardless. We hope the Espoo government understands, and isn't offended by the admiral keeping his station in orbit. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. *Unseen Unseen* was as illuminating as it was evocative. There was a sense of oppression to it, a deep foreboding; it was as if myself and my assistant could feel the weight of the smoke descending onto the valley and all souls unlucky enough to be trapped there, perhaps drawn to their doom by enemies posing as friends. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Despite the hazards alluded to in the poem, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. As I'm sure you're aware, Earth once faced environmental collapse similar to the cataclysm described in *Unseen Unseen*. We were too our own trapmakers, our own commandants, and very nearly our own executioners. Given this legacy we understand all too well the need to avoid atmospheres that could harm us. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Finally, we've contacted Admiral Parhat to give him your landing coordinates and update him on developments on Syzygy. The decision on whether or not to land his command vessel close to Espoo rests on his shoulders, ultimately, and you should expect to hear from him soon. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: true -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. That said, we did read the poem closely. Despite the hazards it alludes to, we'll advise Admiral Parhat to land his command vessel at the coordinates you supplied near Espoo. We trust that no harm will come to him, be it from the planet itself or from any remnants of political instability between your city-states. We hope this signals the depth of our trust. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatLands: false -- To the Sol Systems Alliance's Friend, Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Your message was cordial, but lacking in the true substance that we've come to expected between the Sol Systems Alliance and its allies. We're left with more questions than answers, especially regarding our future relations and the mission of Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet, now very close to arriving at Syzygy. Given your lack of diplomatic experience, we should perhaps not be surprised. The Sol Systems Alliance does not support cultural isolation of the type you describe. Millennia of history shared across our many races has taught us that cultures that turn inward inevitably come into conflict with themselves or those around them. Isolation can only breed fear of that which lies beyond. It would be to our detriment to tolerate an alliance with a planet that believes otherwise. Though we appreciate your intention, and always enjoy learning about Syzygy, this is not the time to be sending Jantti poetry in place of diplomatic communication. Your relative inexperience means we won't hold it against you, but we must ask that you refrain from sending any more of it. Before I sign off, note that Admiral Parhat will not be landing on Syzygy. You haven't told us why you want him on the planet, which means we can no longer guarantee the safety of his mission. If this changes, we'll be happy to update him. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. [if bestReadingLost] [[Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect.|m2c130]] [continue] [if worstReadingLost] [[Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect.|m2c130]] [continue] [if wrongReadingFarmer] [[Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication?|m2c131]] [continue] [if bestReadingFarmer] [[Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication?|m2c131]] [continue] [[We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry.|m2c132]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. [if bestReadingLost] [[Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect.|m2c133]] [continue] [if wrongReadingLost] [[Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect.|m2c133]] [continue] [if wrongReadingFarmer] [[Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication?|m2c134]] [continue] [if bestReadingFarmer] [[Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication?|m2c134]] [continue] [[We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry.|m2c135]]

Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. [if bestReadingLost] [[Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect.|m2c127]] [continue] [if worstReadingLost] [[Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect.|m2c127]] [continue] [if wrongReadingFarmer] [[Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication?|m2c128]] [continue] [if bestReadingFarmer] [[Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication?|m2c128]] [continue] [[We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry.|m2c129]]

Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c136]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c137]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c138]]

Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c139]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c140]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c141]]

Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c142]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c143]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c144]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c145]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c146]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c147]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c148]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c149]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c150]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c151]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c152]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c153]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c154]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c155]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c156]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c157]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c158]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c159]]

Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. [[The decision on whether or not to land on Syzygy rests with Admiral Parhat.|m2c160]] [[No ships from the Generational Fleet will land on Syzygy.|m2c161]] [[The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact.|m2c162]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Long-Distance Representative Hannu, We appreciate how swiftly you responded to our last message. However, we found it lacking almost completely in substance. We did not seek pleasantries and poetry; we sought answers and clarity, regarding not just the welfare of the people of Vantaa, but of Syzygy's intentions toward Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet. You have yet to provide any rationale for your requested change in landing. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. Did it entertain you to send a poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, Our questions remain unanswered. We understand that this is your first diplomatic role, and assume that someone more experienced would have sufficient respect for our alliance to have provided clarity on the welfare of Vantaa's people, as well as a rationale for your sudden requested change to the Generational Fleet's arrival plan. We will find it difficult to proceed without this information. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Your poem made us wonder if the distances between us are too great for us to connect. Despite that, we still hope that the Sol Systems Alliance and Syzygy will find a way to come together and better understand each other, especially once the planet is connected to the interstellar transit network. We would like to meet you, too, Hannu. The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. Did it entertain you to send an ancient Earth poem about livestock in place of meaningful communication? The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: true ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe +1 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. Finally, note that Admiral Parhat, as commander of the Generational Fleet, has final say over any changes to its arrival. In the spirit of cooperation, I've passed your requested coordinates to him. He'll contact you with his decision shortly. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: true ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. Admiral Parhat has been instructed to keep the fleet in orbit above Syzygy. The fleet will remain there until such time as you provide adequate reasoning for the change in plan, and offer us assurance of the safety and wellbeing of Vantaa's people. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatOrbitWorst: true FirstMessageVibe: FirstMessageVibe -2 -- Dear Long-Distance Representative Hannu, The Sol Systems Alliance does not appreciate demands. Simply commanding that we direct Admiral Parhat and the Generational Fleet to change their centuries-old arrival plan with no rationale at the very last minute will not sway us. We would ask that you consider our alliance more carefully before making such arbitrary demands. Syzygy's connection to our interstellar network will not be an act of charity, and can easily be undone. We would rather discuss matters of state than Jantti's poetry. The Generational Fleet will wait at a distance from Syzygy until we're satisfied that the planet is stable enough for contact. Do not attempt to approach or otherwise interact with the fleet until given express permission by *Sargasso* or Admiral Parhat. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's all for now.|m2FirstDraft]]

"As you will it, Diplomat. The tight-beam transit time between us and Syzygy is still half a day, so we should hear back from Hannu tomorrow, assuming they reply swiftly. "And now, of course, the good admiral. [if ParhatInOrbitBest] "We told Hannu that he's in orbit and unable to take any ships planetside, which isn't entirely true, but saves face for us all, given that we don't want him down there but can't say that we feel that way because of the subtext of a potentially seditious poem sent to us by Hannu. Very well played, Diplomat, if I may say so." [[Let's make sure Parhat's version of events aligns with ours.|ParhatBestMessage2]] [continue] [if ParhatInOrbit] "We told Hannu that the Generational Fleet will remain in orbit, contrary to Syzygy's demand. I do wonder about the repercussions of this for everyone other than the admiral himself." [[Let's make sure Parhat's version of events aligns with ours.|ParhatOrbitMessage2]] [continue] [if ParhatLands] "Despite the uncertainty, I find it hard to imagine that Admiral Parhat won't take his ship-of-the-line down to the planet to greet the people he's been flying toward for the past two centuries, but's that's just me." [[Then let's make sure he has all the information he needs.|ParhatLandsMessage2]] [continue] [if ParhatLandsWorst] "We told Hannu that the decision of whether or not to land rests with the admiral. Knowing him, I find it hard to imagine that he won't take his little band of brothers and fly down to greet the people he's been flying toward for the past two centuries, but's that's just me. Nothing for him to worry about, based on what Hannu's told us." [[Then let's wish him good luck.|ParhatLandsWorstMessage2]] [continue] [if ParhatOrbitWorst] "We told Hannu that we would instruct the Generational Fleet to remain in deep space, out of Syzygy's range, until the situation is more firmly within our grasp. The fleet's safety is assured." [[He needs to understand why this approach is best.|ParhatOrbitWorstMessage2]] [continue]

ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false -- "I wouldn't send a first draft out either, Diplomat. Wise decision. "As before, simply dictate the message to me, and I'll submit your message to the tight-beam transmitter. I'll of course ask again before sending. "Don't forget, too, that Syzygians have historically preferred to keep their diplomacy superficial, hiding meaning behind politeness. They'll adjust their responses to you based on your approach." [[I want to get the tone just right.|Hannum2begin]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] We've heard back once again from the Syzygians in Espoo. They've repeated their request, without justification, for you to land the Generational Fleet planetside rather than remaining in orbit. We elected to share an untruth with our Syzygian contact, Long-Distance Representative Hannu. We have reason to believe they're working under duress, perhaps in fear for their own life, and attempted to indicate to us in subtext that you would be in danger if you landed at this time. We believe that Hannu wants the interstellar transit connection to succeed. Maintaining the white lie that you couldn't land even if we asked it allows them to keep their position and you to remain safe, with neither side losing face. If we need to undo this massaged truth for any reason in the future, we have no doubt that we'll summon the creative faculties necessary to do so. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's everything for now.|Parhatm2sent]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] We've heard back once again from the Syzygians in Espoo. They've repeated their request, without justification, for you to land the Generational Fleet planetside rather than remaining in orbit. We elected not to inform them that most ships are unsuitable for atmosphere. Given their wholesale lack of transparency, we have no reason to trust in much of what Long-Distance Representative Hannu has told us. Given that, we advise that you halt the Generational Fleet in orbit above Syzygy. This should enable you to conduct real-time communications with them while maintaining a safe distance from the planet and from Syzygy's orbital assets. Use your best judgment regarding any approach, and bear in mind that the Sol Systems Alliance's current position on Syzygy is that relations are on cooldown until such time as the results of the coup in Vantaa are known, and the new government's intentions toward our future cooperation made clear. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's everything for now.|Parhatm2sent]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] We've heard back once again from the Syzygians in Espoo. They've repeated their request, without clear reasoning, for you to land the Generational Fleet planetside rather than remaining in orbit. We elected not to inform them that most ships are unsuitable for atmosphere. Amend this information as you see fit; *Sargasso* will not forbid deceit if it aids your cause. The Sol Systems Alliance's current position on relations with Syzygy is that we want clarity on the apparent coup, on the welfare of Syzygians in Vantaa, and on the new regime's intentions toward our future cooperation. You have our support to descend to the planet, provided you believe our interests and the interstellar transit connection are best served by this course of action. Rely on our pride, no matter your approach. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's everything for now.|Parhatm2sent]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] We've heard back once again from the Syzygians in Espoo. They've repeated their request, without justification, for you to land the Generational Fleet planetside rather than remaining in orbit. We elected not to inform them that most ships are unsuitable for atmosphere. Given their wholesale lack of transparency, we have no reason to trust in any of what Long-Distance Representative Hannu has told us. Given that, we advise that you take as many ships and security personnel as you deem necessary down to the planet, to the coordinates provided by Long-Distance Representative Hannu. We need eyes on the ground in Espoo before we can make any informed decision regarding next steps. We believe you to be more than capable of succeeding in this delicate mission. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's everything for now.|Parhatm2sent]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sono" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sono 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] ~~For the immediate attention of Sol Systems Alliance Generational Fleet Admiral Nilsen Parhat~~ [align left] We've heard back once again from the Syzygians in Espoo. They've repeated their request, without justification, for you to land the Generational Fleet planetside rather than remaining in orbit. We elected not to inform them that most ships are unsuitable for atmosphere. Given their wholesale lack of transparency, we have no reason to trust in any of what Long-Distance Representative Hannu has told us. Given that, we advise that you halt the Generational Fleet not in orbit above Syzygy, but in deep space between the system's planets, out of the range of any Syzygian ship. Use your best judgement if any vessels approach or attempt to contact you, but be aware as you do that there's an undercurrent of hostility coming toward both the Sol Systems Alliance and the interstellar transit network. To a brighter tomorrow, ~~Diplomat Calliope Sol Systems Alliance Interstellar Communications Hub *Sargasso*~~ [[That's everything for now.|Parhatm2sent]]

"Good morning, Diplomat. I'd say I'm sorry about your troubled sleep, but, well... "This isn't going to be a pleasant day for any of us, I fear. "The good news is that Admiral Parhat informs us that he's content to leave his fleet in deep space for the time being. "The bad news is our only message from Syzygy overnight came from someone called Military Attaché Meri." [[Let's read their message, then.|OrbitWorstMessage]]

"Good morning, Diplomat. I'd say I'm sorry about your troubled sleep, but, well... "You're likely in for more of it over the coming weeks. "As predicted, Admiral Parhat decided to descend to Syzygy with a command vessel and a small security corps. "The bad news is we haven't heard from him since, but rather from Long-Distance Representative Hannu." [[Let's read Hannu's message, then.|LandsMessage]]

"Good morning, Diplomat. I'd say I'm sorry about your troubled sleep, but, well... "There's news from Syzygy, and it isn't entirely wonderful. "The good news is that Admiral Parhat informs us that he's content to leave his fleet in orbit for the time being. "The bad news is our only message from Syzygy overnight came from someone called Military Attaché Meri." [[Let's read their message, then.|OrbitMessage]]

"Good morning, Diplomat. I'd say I'm sorry about your troubled sleep, but, well... "You'll likely sleep better tonight. "Admiral Parhat remains in orbit, having not given the game away to the Syzygians, and Long-Distance Representative Hannu's sent us a happy message." [[Let's read Hannu's message, then.|OrbitBestMessage]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Major Mono Display" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Major Mono Display 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] *SORROWFUL ALLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE* Diplomacy has failed. Your invading ships may hide in deep space; we will find them in deep space, and we will destroy them. Long-Distance Representative Hannu has been exposed as an agent of the old ways of Vantaa, a *traitor*, one who would have saved the life of your fleet admiral and infected Syzygy with your Sol Systems bacteria had they the capacity to do so. Their intolerable incompetence is the reason your fleet remains out of our grasp for the moment. They will be forgotten, as will you. [align left] [[Message ends.|resoDoOver]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sedan" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sedan 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" warmWithGarlandMorning: false sadComedian: false readAdams: false coffeeDrinker: false readAdams: false readFirstJantti: false askedAboutPolitics: false askedAboutParhat: false Janttifan: false DouglasJanttifan: false Janttisun: false JanttiHater: false askedAboutSunset: false complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false ParhatNeutralTone1: false ParhatAlarmism1: false readHannuMessage1: false readParhatMessage1: false readJanttiPoem2: false readIntel1: false UnseenUnseen: false vantaaClue: false FarmerJuho: false LostLanguage: false readParhatMessage1: false readHannuMessage1: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- "Hannu has disappeared, Diplomat, and the future of the Generational Fleet is in question. It's likely that the Alliance will decide to simply have them turn around rather than attempt to complete their work on Syzygy. "We've lost an important ally in Orion, and Hannu has likely lost their life. "Tell me, Diplomat. If the stars saw fit to grant you a second attempt at resolving this situation, would you approach it any differently?" [[I would, Garland. A thousand times, I would.|GameRestartMessage]] [[Of course not. There was nothing to be done, other than our best.|Title card]]

"Lucky you, Diplomat. "Close your eyes; try your best to get a good rest. I'll see you in the morning, and we'll see if we can't bring another future into being." [[Goodnight, Garland.|OpeningSceneDelay]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Major Mono Display" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Major Mono Display 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" -- [align center] *ALLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE* Long-Distance Representative Hannu has been exposed as an agent of the old ways of Vantaa, a *traitor*, one who would have infected Syzygy with your Sol Systems bacteria had they the capacity to do so. We eagerly await the arrival of Admiral Parhat and his invasion fleet in our skies. [align left] [[Message ends.|resoDoOver2]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sedan" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sedan 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" warmWithGarlandMorning: false sadComedian: false readAdams: false coffeeDrinker: false readAdams: false readFirstJantti: false askedAboutPolitics: false askedAboutParhat: false Janttifan: false DouglasJanttifan: false Janttisun: false JanttiHater: false askedAboutSunset: false complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false ParhatNeutralTone1: false ParhatAlarmism1: false readHannuMessage1: false readParhatMessage1: false readJanttiPoem2: false readIntel1: false UnseenUnseen: false vantaaClue: false FarmerJuho: false LostLanguage: false readParhatMessage1: false readHannuMessage1: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- "My, my. It seems you were completely correct to advise Admiral Parhat to steer clear of the planet itself. The military attaché seems awfully keen on starting trouble. "And poor old Hannu. Disappeared, it seems, along with Vantaa. I suppose their safety hinged on them persuading us to sent the admiral down to the surface. I wonder why they thought poetry was the thing to do it. A shame, really. "It's likely that the Sol Systems Alliance will instruct the Generational Fleet to return home rather than risk its safety at Syzygy. Hannu is gone, and our relations with the planet are on the brink, but at least no harm will come to Admiral Parhat or the fleet. "That said, tell me, Diplomat: If the stars saw fit to grant you a second attempt at resolving this situation, would you approach it any differently?" [[I would, Garland. A thousand times, I would.|GameRestartMessage]] [[Of course not. There was nothing to be done, other than our best.|Title card]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sedan" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sedan 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" warmWithGarlandMorning: false sadComedian: false readAdams: false coffeeDrinker: false readAdams: false readFirstJantti: false askedAboutPolitics: false askedAboutParhat: false Janttifan: false DouglasJanttifan: false Janttisun: false JanttiHater: false askedAboutSunset: false complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false ParhatNeutralTone1: false ParhatAlarmism1: false readHannuMessage1: false readParhatMessage1: false readJanttiPoem2: false readIntel1: false UnseenUnseen: false vantaaClue: false FarmerJuho: false LostLanguage: false readParhatMessage1: false readHannuMessage1: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- "My, my. Hannu's still in their post, but we seem to be in a hostage situation of sorts, here, with very little chance of recovering the Generational Fleet from Syzygy. The interstellar transit network project appears to be effectively over, too. "A significant loss of investment for us, and no clear path foward to restoring normal relations with Syzygy. Our best hope lies in the good relationship we've built with Hannu themself. Their heart is too big to truly be comfortable with any of this, I suspect. "Tell me, Diplomat: If the stars saw fit to grant you a second attempt at resolving this situation, would you approach it any differently?" [[I would, Garland. I would.|GameRestartMessage]] [[Of course not. There was nothing to be done, other than our best.|Title card]]

config.style.googleFont: '<link href="https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Sedan" rel="stylesheet">' config.style.page.font: 'Sedan 18' config.style.page.color: "gray-9 on white" config.style.page.link.color: "gray-9" config.style.page.link.lineColor: "blue-8" config.style.page.link.active.color: "blue-8 on blue-0" config.style.page.header.font: "16" config.style.page.header.link.font: "small caps" config.style.page.footer.font: "16" config.style.page.footer.link.font: "small caps" warmWithGarlandMorning: false sadComedian: false readAdams: false coffeeDrinker: false readAdams: false readFirstJantti: false askedAboutPolitics: false askedAboutParhat: false Janttifan: false DouglasJanttifan: false Janttisun: false JanttiHater: false askedAboutSunset: false complimentedJantti: false insultedJantti: false mentionedDouglas: false mentionedSunset: false ParhatNeutralTone1: false ParhatAlarmism1: false readHannuMessage1: false readParhatMessage1: false readJanttiPoem2: false readIntel1: false UnseenUnseen: false vantaaClue: false FarmerJuho: false LostLanguage: false readParhatMessage1: false readHannuMessage1: false bestReadingLost: false bestReadingUnseen: false bestReadingFarmer: false wrongReadingLost: false wrongReadingUnseen: false wrongReadingFarmer: false ParhatInOrbitBest: false ParhatInOrbit: false ParhatLands: false ParhatLandsWorst: false ParhatOrbitWorst: false -- "There's work ahead of us, Diplomat, but you should be proud of yourself. Hannu trusted you enough to warn you of the danger in descending to the planet, and you found a way to keep the fleet in orbit without making it seem as if Hannu had failed in their mission to persuade you otherwise. "Don't take these things for granted. Hannu is still in their post, ready to build our alliance anew, and the admiral is both safe and soon to be made aware of military hositility toward his objectives. "Despite this success, tell me, Diplomat: If the stars saw fit to grant you a second attempt at resolving this situation, would you approach it any differently?" [[I would, Garland. I don't see how it could have gone better, but I'd be interested to find out.|GameRestartMessage]] [[No, thank you. We did our best, here, and should be content.|Title card]]

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