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(OOC: I don't know for sure... but I've always assumed you'd use a slugthrower on the Governor Cale...)

Inside the Auditorium the Compforce team finished their work, assembling the stage and podium from which the Governor would speak, inside was a small ray shield generator, a piece of equipment that his security team had insisted on. Scattered around were members of the Compforce observor corps, who wore their yellow accented uniforms as they worked. Compforce Captain Jorn Adlevulf watched the finishing touches come into place. Behind him were the three holographic cameras and their civilian operators along with thousands of empty seats.

Governor Sirus stepped forward flanked by his two bodyguards, both wore a red cowled robe that hid personal body-armor, two DL-44s, and the E-11s slung across their back. Both women starred blanking at the surroundings, clearly evaluating the setup.

Captain Adlevulf paid them no mind as he clasped the governor's hand, "Governor... as you can see, everything is ready. The troops Comforce delegation will stand to your right and the military command staff will be seated on your left. Those receiving awards will line up on either side of the podium facing inward."

"Good," The Governor answered gruffly, "I suppose your delegation would include the entire Compforce contingent?"

"Yes." The Captain answered with a slight smile, "All twenty-nine of us."

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As the Chariot drove to the amphitheater Colonel Akaga skimmed his notes, "I think we'll go with the Navy contingent first. Hildegard needs to learn that I'm not impressed with his units performance..." Frowning he leaned back in the chair, two bronze starclusters to award, a blood award, two assault badges, and a promotion in that one unit.

Beside him Lieutenant Kimber relayed the agenda, "The Governor will be reading through the citations... once the citations have been read and the awards distributed he'll give his own main speech. You'll be giving the opening speech and will introduce the Governor."

Colonel Akaga shook his head, "So be it." He'd prepared for that.

Kara and her men sat quietly in the vehicle, waiting until they arrived. The squad exchanged glances once or twice but nothing was said. They all were just waiting for this to get over with so they could ditch the uniforms and get back to work.

He's here. Charr thought
He lay flat against the balcony floor, listening intently to the buisness going on down below with Lenler nearby. He motioned for silence to Lenler and continued to eaves drop on the event.

Meanwhile, Lieutenant Ford had found little business to do at the base. Bored, he decided to go on a round of patrol.

However, no sooner was he out, then a problem was spotted.

Standing in front of him, and clearly in breach of the perimeter, were three civilians armed with slug throwers. They motioned at him. "Hands up."

Looking around, he complied. With them were at least a dozen more men, all drunk by the look of them, watching over the two security guards that lay unconscious.

Inwardly, he was glad he had his DL-44 hidden inside his pants. All he needed was a clean moment.

Flanked by the two mock-soldiers, it was obvious these men were drunk. They were far too inefficient and undertrained to do anything but swagger around and hiccup.

The next moment changed everything. One of his own guards came out of the barracks, rifle in hand. He immediately rang off the alarm, drawing the attention of the guards. Given the oppurtunity, Ford pulled out his pistol and level two shots on his captors, and then vaporized the heads of three others. The rest immediately surrendered.

Smiling, Benton walked over to the man and offered a hand. "My thanks. Remind me to give you the night off work."

Turning, he walked over to the drunkards. "How'd you get in the base?"

One of the hiccuped. "Some....eh.... fellow paid us to come... wanted some weapons to sell to the militia."

Ford shook his head. Smugglers, thieves, and potentially terrorists. "Take these men to the holding chambers. And call Command. Inform them we have detained suspects possibly linked in a militia coup."

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Charr glanced at his chronometer.
That was quick. Too quick. The Imps hadn't even started with the festivities yet.
As quietly as he could manage, he shut his headset off for the moment, hoping no one would notice.
It wanst time yet for him to give away his position.

Colonel Akaga glanced at the chrono on his wrist, "Alright... showtime is in two minutes. Captain Hildegard! Get your troops in here and formed up!"

Twenty some imperial army personnel, almost exclusively corporals and privates formed into two lines that starred inward. On one end, near the stage the four members of the Naval Special Missions team formed up alongside their army comrades, and the three black dressed ncos stood out amongst the formation, their leader however attracted some attention from the other troopers. It was always rare to see a woman in imperial dress.

A stage hand stepped beside the holoprojector and held up his hand, slowly counting down from five as the last few seconds before Colonel Akaga's speech wound by.

"Imperial Citizens of Seya-Qu II. I am Colonel Saburo Akaga of Woostri, Commander of Imperial Forces on your world. Today, it is my honor and privilege to share with you a ceremony honoring those who have fought to for order and stability in the Galaxy. These men and women have struggled to bring you the full protection and peace that the New Order represents. They also call upon those of you considering to fight against what you see as an act of unbridled aggression to lay down your arms. Give peace a chance, and in time reap the rewards of being a member of the Galactic community and new order."

"Each of the men here have sacrificed for your future peace and security, but there are two here whose bravery and skill require special recognition. It is not often that an officer is given the chance to award the Imperial Bronze Starcluster, and tonight there are two here that will receive this prestigious award. Additionally there is also one here who has demonstrated skill, cunning, and mettle under fire as an officer in that same battle. Her actions helped to turn away an assaulting force that threatened to bring anarchy to Port Loka, and for this she will be promoted."

"I will now give the podium to Governor Sirus who shall read out the names of those that are recieving awards." As Colonel Akaga stepped aside he walked past the seat that had been assigned to him for the ceremony. Instead he tapped Lieutenant Bek Kimber and stepped down onto the lower platform followed by the supply officer, who carried the awards in a small case.

Colonel Akaga stopped before Lieutenant Junior Grade Kara Aryss as the Governor's horse voice began to bellow across the stage, "For exemplary performance under fire, Lieutenant Junior Grade Kara Aryss will immediately be promoted to the rank of full Lieutenant in the Imperial Navy."

Kara ignored the attention she got and Smartly saluted as the Colonel stood infront of her.
Finally. Promoted to Lieutenant.
Still a crap rank but at least I'm getting somewere.