1.2.12

HCS assembling invasion fleet

The DDS has raised its alert status to ORANGE following intelligence (thought to be by a Panther 35A equipped with the reconnaissance pod) that a fleet of around 40 ships is now assembled at Woloron 12 and appears to be preparing for departure.

The DDS say the fleet consists of combat types like the Soulaki and Cosmos as well as ships in the amphibious warfare fleet as well as transports. The DDS have called on the HCS not to do anything rash. Molab has mobilised its entire armed forces and the Eritran nations are expected to do the same. If the HCS depart then it is estimated they will be at the Molab border within 6 days though only 4 if some of the slower transports follow on in a second wave.
  • The DDS have opened the door for continuation of Indy 35B production beyond the 9 currently on order (5 having been built and a 6th currently undergoing final proving trials). The possibility has been raised after the Raegris said they are considering buying 2-3 of the type to supplement their Quasars. If the Raegris did go ahead with an order then the production line would be kept open long enough that future funding for extra Indies after the Raegris order was completed (in say 2114-5) might be possible.