The Captain Calls [OPEN]

Piracy. It was a complicated subject in Arcose. It was something that was seen as acceptable but it also put the empire at risk in Mint’s mind. Pirates could sail across the planets to plunder planet not associated with Arcose. Of course, some pirates went to plunder the Arcose Empire itself. Those were pirates that couldn’t be accepted. Either way, when he heard news from some of his men that a powerful Arcosian was trying to form a group of pirates, he had decided to step in. He had headed to the Space Port where this man was supposed to be. The Fresh Frozen Tavern was what his men had alerted him too. So that was where he headed.

The Emperor walking alone without any guards would make cut throats in the area stare in awe. Maybe a chance to take down an emperor. But if any had that idea no one decided to make a move. He would step into the tavern glancing at those in the bar. His eye first scanned to see if he could spot the man. When he was not sure he could he’d check his scouter. It would beep to life and point himself to who he assumed was the man he was looking for. “Making a speech of that nature? Did you think it go unonoticed.” Mint glanced at the bartender. “A cold wine will do.” The Man looked at him and realizing it was one of the Triumvirate quickly bolted to grab the wine he asked for. “You should be honored, most times I don’t pay attention to pirates. But you seem to be a bit stronger then most pirates. Tell me, why piracy.” He would wait for his wine, and wait to see if Verst realized who he was.


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"I make sure to have eyes and ears all across my planet. I know it is not wise to assume everyone is going to exactly be in line with Arcose policy. Especially someone so powerful." Mint glanced as the Bartender arrived with his wine. He was glad that Verst was aware of who he was. He glanced at Verst as he explained what he wanted to do. He was trying to form a functional crew, a giant fleet to eventually rule the space lanes. Hopefully, he is able to find a captain to run afterward. He wanted to create a community. He wanted to push forward with that said piracy. "I see, a sense of community, where you can lead your own men? And why do you need to be a pirate for that?" Mint would sip the wine.

He would turn to look at Verst. "No, I think you can do something else. You don't need to be a pirate. At least a pirate that is alone. The Empire could make great use of your strength if you're trying to form pirates. Perhaps, as a privateer? You can make sure to hunt other pirates, those who don't follow the laws. To hunt on planets that are not following the laws of Arcose? That will allow you to do most of what would normally do as a pirate." Mint would cross his arms. "I can't have someone so strong running around doing all of what they please. You understand me? I wanna make sure you are a friend rather then a foe?" Hopefully Verst would take his offer and he could feel secure.



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Mint glanced as Verst asked the right questions right away. What were the rules he'd have to follow? Would he be forced to serve the Trimuverate whims and wishes? Would he have to share his spoils with the rest of the empire? He cracked a grin, "A true pirate at heart. You want to be free to do as you please, and I am mostly fine with that. So let me highlight what you be expected to do."

Mint turned his body to face Verst. "You will have to attack any planet with a few exceptions across the stars, or Arcose worlds that are rebelling or not following the laws of the empire. In this way, they become compelled to fall under Arcose laws and protection. If they wish to be free, they face the wrath of pirates. Don't you agree?" Mint sipped the wine. It was devious of course. Not every planet in Arcose space fell in line since Azoth's fall. While he had gone to many planets to make sure they did fall in line, he didn't have the time nor always the manpower. Terium's Bio Android Army was for protection nor was it something relied on. His other force was too weak to hold a planet merely by intimidation.

"Second yes, any spoils you collect are for the taking. Once again as long as you don't attack an Arcose world that submits to the taxing, and laws of the empire. Alongside four planets of importance. Namek, Earth, Konats, and Plant. Earth and Plant should be obvious to you. Namek and Konats are unknown variables. The empire may have interest in them long term but it is better to keep our card to our chest. Any plundering of such worlds will not have my protection. You raid some backwater world like Hera, I'd would not bat an eye on that." Now the ground rules were set up but he still had a few more things to take care of in relation to Verst's questions.

Verst next attacked why he was not dragged to Mint to meet him. Mint gave a shrug, "That would set the wrong impression. Dragging you in pushing your face into the ground and telling you off? You'd leave Arcose and form your pirate crew. Maybe take revenge on me in the future? No, I'd rather talk to you. Man to Man as opposed to Emperor to Citzen." Mint finshed the wine and snapped "Another wine bartender." He'd waved as Verst asked who would he serve under him or Ticoga. "Ticoga? What makes you think you'd server under him? He is a captain." He had not his shield status offical yet, he was still needed to talk with Ise or Brumal. Right now he was just a captian, someone he wanted to be a general but still a captain. "You'd be a privateer. So a Captain in the Arcose miltiary with his own crew. You'd be your own man. But if your asking who you'd take order from if needed. Ticoga would be a man that has my blessing. He may be a captain but he has my trust. Something you can earn as well and if you do then you'll only take order from the Triumvirate. or whoever in command of Arcose forces like a General."



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“Yes Freedom is quite rare. I could image having my own freedom. But I an Emperor now. So while I am free to do almost anything I wanted, But I also gotta run the empire.” He would chuckle slightly. Mint watched carefully as Verst seemed to be liking his ideas. He was glad he didn’t need to force Verst into order. He seemed to be liking his plan. Mint was giving Verst a lot of leeway. He could of just arrested him. Chained him up or maybe even crushed him into dust. But that would just breed revenge. No, he wanted Verst on his side. He wanted as many people as he could on his side of the empire. He seemeded to accept those major planets can’t be raided. Everything was going his way.

Verst asked him why he would not just stay high in the sky with how powerful he was. To be atop of the tower of power and not look down at. “Well, before I was an emperor I was a criminal. I worked in the underworld, I still have connection down there. So staying high is not my thing. I was always low to the ground. But I clawed my way to the top. So I have no interest in standing above. Only it being clear that if I wished I could stand at the top. That is enough for me.” Yes, he didn’t need to be called Sir, or Emperor. He just people to realize he was an emperor. One of the Triumvirate.

As his wine arrived Mint would take another sip as Verst seemed to finally agree to the service. He would serve the empire…well more serve him. Mint frowned slightly, this was slightly troublesome was it not. He noted he would listen to Ticoga as well but more on an advice basis rather then full on orders. Mint tapped his chin and after a few moments nodded. “Well, I am not the only leader of Arcose. But if you wanna take my orders to heart more then my other triumvirate leader that is fine. Just understand that I am one of the Three Rulers of Arcose. Unless they ask you to do something that alleign against the interest of Arcose as a whole, it be wise to follow their lead. Disobedience from them is not something I can easily protect you from.” Mint would glance at Verst. “So tell me Verst, What do you plan to do first with your status?”


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“An Admiral? So that explains your desire for piracy. Your a man of space? But you lost of the status of Admiral. Quite the story. You'll have to tell me sometime.” Mint was curious. If this man was a former admiral of skill, maybe he could mold him to be his new admiral. He did need an admiral in the empire. Either way he was ready to not fail again. Mint hoped he would not, he’d like for Verst to succeeded and grow to be a great ally with the empire! The empire needed as many strong warriors as possible. Verst was sadly the fifth strongest person in the empire. He was not weak by any means but they needed as many strong warriors as possible to keep the empire secure.

Verst made it very clear that he was not going to cause trouble. He was going to listen to the other emperor’s and empress. He was more saying that Mint was the primary focus. Which was fine with him. He rather have Verst more loyal to him then the other two leaders of the Triumvirate. As for what Verst was going to do, he planned to get a fleet of ships going and figure out where to sail. Which was fine with Mint. Verst feeling ready to go was ready to exit on and paid for Mint’s tab. He gave a wave. If he wanted to go that was fine but he was going to talk to him a bit more. Shame really. But he’d just have to keep an eye on Verst to see if he take the offer Mint gave in stride or if he would cause trouble. He’d just have to wait and see in that regard.


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