Outreach (First contact between Heraklea and any others)

*the Ordenreich sends its regards to the newcomers to galactic politics but regrets to inform that the Ordenreich is busy with other projects, namely the reconstruction of livenstein, therefore will not be able to greet the newcomers. The Ordenreich trusts its trade partner and friend, the Dominion, to greet the newcomers*

(OOC: in other words, I'm really busy right now in RL)

"The gate system we have can certainly be utilized into a interstellar system, if they were spread far enough" said the Ambassador. "Currently, our gates are only a few planets, more so on many of the stations we are currently operating throughout our sphere on control. The only limitations to our system is that the gates must be stationary to be operated or that is, they can be placed on a moving starship and that starship be in transit. They required a fixed position to be able to work property as they use their position in space, accounting for stellar drift, to be given an address or dialing code to be activated. They also require a fair amount of energy but then again we're talking about creating a stable wormhole so I am sure you can imagine the energy needed."

"You'll also find that our medical technology is perhaps some of the most impressive in all the galaxy. We've found ways of temporary sterilization of our population, allowing our government to strictly control the birthrate of our people. This has been perhaps one of our best known achievements and an achievement that has greatly payed off for our people. After all, before our construction of a viable method of space travel, Veridia Prime was our only planet. Had we not found a way to control our population, we would have already outgrown our planet about a generation ago. Our resources would have been depleted and our planet dying as a result of extreme pollution. "

"Just tell us what little patch we can build a more permanent embassy than the Vienna on and we can wait on a more convenient time for more formal introductions."

(OOC: You're still going to get an ambassador, even if we don't look at the first meeting. I'll just wait to name him/her.)

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“Indeed, I can imagine the sort of energy that requires. A significantly sized wormhole for ship transit has similar issues on a larger scale, but after the initial establishment of the wormhole significantly less power is consumed by maintaining the wormhole than turning it on and shutting it off every time. We have significant enough traffic along all those routes as to warrant constant maintenance of the network. Our two major planetary systems, Heraklea and Yggdrasil, have the longest distance connection of all of our systems, and act as hubs for the remainder of the network. We also have connections to our various allies and trade partners in our immediate region through intermediary systems we control.

“As to temporary sterilization, well we already have that technology down pat. Would make some long patrols very awkward if we didn't. We generally don't force it on those stationed at non-combat commands, though. As it turns out a near constant state of war with a long string of enemies helps to control our population somewhat, and there are plenty of worlds that have yet to be colonized or who's colonies need to grow.

“I am curious to learn about your other medical technologies, in particular what your people may have accomplished in the arena of cellular and organ regeneration. Our current technology for that, while decent enough, still requires weeks for replacement organs to grow, months for removed cancerous tissue to be replaced, and years for the nervous system to fully re-acclimate, even when it begins operating with cybernetic implant nerves instead.”

Captain Stark returns a few minutes later with a short lean man with brown hair. He offers to shake hands with Commodore Hiroshi and says, in a thick Greek accent, "Greetings, Commodore. I am Lysander Metaxas. What can I do for you?"

“A pleasure to meat you, Mr. Metaxas. I am here as a representative of the Chief of State to establish formal diplomatic relations with the Confederation. As one of the physically closest multi-stellar nations to Heraklea, we are very keen to open dialogues between our two government for the purposes of commerce as well as cultural and scientific exchanges. We look forward to such interactions in the future.

“In the meantime, myself and my subordinate do have a question concerning diplomacy with the confederation. Is diplomacy for the entirety of your nation routed through the federal government, or are there diplomatic relations directly with the constituent states of the Confederacy?”

"The former. Independent diplomatic action with foreign states is one power given up when we chose to band together."

"Ah yes, no doubt your people are particularly curious over such technologies as they begin living longer, fuller lives. Our technology in the field is certainly growing as we ourselves look to live longer, more fulfilling lives. Currently we employ a technology we call the dermal regenerator for superficial wounds and scars, flesh wounds if you will. However, for more invasive reconstruction, we employ a bioregenerative field. It accelerates cellular growth from even the smallest of DNA fragments, allowing us to grow new organs with a 0% chance of body rejection. Times vary depending on what is being grown but organ growth in particular is variously quicker than the timetable you described. "

"Of course, like most technology, we continue to advance our understand and continue to improve upon the technology. I may suggest though, that if your people happen to meet and begin diplomatic talks with the Rheans, that you inquire about their Bacta technology. Its similar to our bioregenerative field in terms of results but the process is different so I hear and the results come much quicker. Overall, I am to understand it is a superior technology to our own but we've yet attempt to acquire it ourselves."

(OOC: Sorry about the delay, work suddenly got busy again)

“Then we'll deal with the federal government directly, though we will likely establish consulates throughout your territory as you allow.  And please be sure your government is aware we are very willing to receive diplomats from Rhea.

“Now then, let us begin discussion of relations between our states.  It is quite clear we utilize different systems of government, but that should not prevent us from having peaceful and profitable relations.  Due to our crackdown on piracy, Heraklea is home to some of the safest trade lanes in the galaxy.  We also have a strong market for foreign luxury items, so Rhean merchant factors may find Heraklea to be quite a desirable place to do business.  Heraklea has for export a number of different items, including alloys very useful for the construction of frames and hulls for deep space vessels and numerous electronics for both leisure and business purposes.  There are also available security consultants and contractors which can be employed by your government or businessmen, if they are so inclined.

“We also have a strong hunger for new technologies, particularly medical technologies at this time.  Are there any restrictions on tech exports that may come into play over such negotiations

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“Well, we'll take a look at all technology that may be gained.  There are plenty of options for trade.  We also have a big industry of providing security consultation and contracting to foreign governments and businesses, if your nation chooses to utilize it.

“One important point on trade.  Heraklea does have some very stiff customs law.  Ships are regularly inspected for contraband in Heraklea.  Not in a manner that slows any merchantman much if at all unless they intend to tranship or land any cargo on a Heraklean world, but it is done.  Ships found to be carrying certain contraband cargoes are subject to seizures, so we would appreciate if your government urged your merchant factors to be careful of what they are sending through Heraklea in order to avoid any international incidents.  We recognize that what is legal in some corners of space are not legal in ours and we would hate for a misunderstanding to harm our relationship with Veridia Prime.”

"We do not permit sale of Star Destroyers or any other vessels of that type to non-Rhean entities. There are few other restricted exports. As for medical technology, we are in possession of bacta, a nearly-universal biological agent that vastly accelerates healing. We are also the galaxy leader in cybernetic parts that look and feel just like biological ones."

"Yes, we had heard of your bacta agents. We are quite interested in examining it and potentially importing it to Heraklea. Our own medical technology can frequently be far cruder. We also have cybernetics, though they for the most part do not resemble biological parts. There may very well be interest on our side in such cybernetics.

"We most certainly understand your reluctance to export military technology. We tend to be very circumspect about it ourselves. Any technology you are less concerned with being used against your nation we would be more than happy to examine for potential importation to Heraklea."

OOC: Sorry for the delay, should be free to post more regularly to wrap this up.

IC:

"Of course" said Ambassador N'Vek, "the Dominion can share your government's concerns over transit in your sphere of influence and control. Dominion warship regularly patrol our space and will stops ships at random for similar checks just to ensure that illegal technology does not enter any of our systems. The Dominion will have little problem in making information available to our business sector to ensure that they clearly understand what can and cannot enter your space once trade begins. Of course we can only do so much to enforce those rules on our end but of course, we will cooperate with your own government when it comes to persecuting criminals."

"Communication, will of course, be the key to this. I assume your people would be interested in exchanging diplomats perhaps? We are currently completing a massive station which will be utilized by our government for foreign diplomacy. If your government is interested, a space can be reserved for an embassy to represent your people.

(OOC: no worries)

"We have no expectation that you will regulate what your merchant factors try to send through Heraklean space. Only that you ensure they are informed of our rules.

"And we most certainly desire a space on your station. After all, formal diplomatic relations was the biggest goal of our mission here."

"Very well then Ambassador, I will make sure that the necessary arrangement are of course made" said the Ambassador. "We also have something for you to take back to your people. We call it a Lexicon and it contains a vast amount of information on our people." The Ambassador rose from her seat, moving across the room from the table to another, smaller table and picked up a small cube. It was ornately designed, the carved-like indentations in the cube glowed a green color. Sitting it on the table, the other Ambassador noticed a circular ring on what was the top of the cup with various symbols around it.

"A library of information, it is completely self-sufficient and designed for easy interface. It is not unlike other technology utilized by other species. Given that our technology are undoubtedly dissimilar, this will allow you to take information on us to your people for further study. The case is made out of a high durable alloy and the entire device is solar powered. The ring here is the interface, a simple turn like so and a holographic projection of the information is made." With a turn of the dial, a small holographic screen appeared above the device and the Veridian scripted began appearing acrossed it. "We imagine your own translation technology will be able to decipher our language but if not, we can have the information translated before giving it to you."

"Unless there is much more that you wish to discuss Ambassador, I believe that we have covered what is generally discussed in first-contact situations such as this. The Dominion looks forward to the economic partnership our two governments are willing to undertake and is excited at what potential new information and technology from our cooperation may uncover."

"R4-H1, come in." A silver android walks in. "Introduce yourself."

"I am R4-H1, human-cyborg relations. I am fluent in over six million forms of communication."

"A droid like that can be yours for import. We just need to sign right here and our usual trade terms can go through."

The gist of it is low tariff between Heraklea and Rhea and severe restrictions on certain military technologies.

(OOC: He should basically be a less awkward and clumsy C-3PO since he has a bit of Data from Trek thrown in.)

"Quite impressive. I'm sure we'll have a number of uses for such android in Heraklea. Please allow me to review the terms of trade." Commodore Hiroshi looked over the document. "Certainly looks reasonable. I see no problem with it." She quickly signed the document.

"Please understand, though. Any agreement I make now will still need to be ratified by the Chief of State. I don't want there to be any confusion."

"Understood."

(OOC: I assume our bit is done.)