Close the Gates(Adar)

[Neive Undant]

Core Regions
Coruscant

The ISB and other imperial radios near coruscant were silent, and it was as peaceful as it could be in a dystopia like Coruscant. The planet-wide city bustled as usual when the Empire’s forces soared into view.

A single transmission came over the imperial comms, breaking the silence.

“Admiral Krillin. We have arrived at the rendezvous point. Awaiting orders.”

The Reclaimer, Ardent, and Suprema all came out first, their escort carriers and loads of other ships followed their arrival, an entire fleet soon arriving not far from the orbits of the planet.

“Prepare all fighters. We won’t send them all at once, but I want every one fueled and ready to fight. Keep our auxillery and make sure they stay close.” The Admiral replied, standing on the bridge of the Reclaimer as he observed the soon-to-be battlefield in space.

“And what of the Ultimatum, sir?” An officer asked of him as he crossed his arms.

“Keep it on standby. I want to pave its way to Coruscant.” He said.

[Adar Bolner]

It was indeed a peacefull day. As peacefull as life could be in Coruscant. The planet who is regarded by many to be the center of the galaxy, was about to have its quiet upturned. The Admiral of the Defiance was anxiously sitting on her bridge, waiting for further developments. His last conference with the captain of the Salvation, along with the other senior officers of the fleet had not been easy. The governor of Coruscant informed him of the incoming fleet, as it was spotted entering the system. Though the Admiral already knew that something was comming. Between the sudden silence of the imperial radios and faint scan readings, he knew that the Empire was making a move.

They had decided to split the task force to cover other important systems along the route to Coruscant, but he elected to stay in the system. Strategically, it would make more sense to cut off Coruscant and have her surrender or starve. But the Empire always loved a show of force. Even if they had other plans, an invasion of Coruscant was to be expected.

There were a lot of minutes of silence, as everyone on the ship's bridge was rushing around trying to scan and communicate with the fleet. The Mon Calamari Cruiser was buzzing with activity, yet very little words could be heard. Eventually, the admiral got up and moved towards the second officer, who was monitoring communications and movement in the system.

"Lieutenant, report."
"Sir, the fleet is moving towards the orbit of Coruscant. Minimum coms between the enemy ships."
"How come they are not engaging us? They surely know we are nearby", the scan officer chimmed in.
"They probably want the planet to go in panic"
"Or want us to engage first."

The Admiral turned back to his command chair, and thought for a moment. "All stations all vessels. Remain on standby. Let's wait to see what the Imperials are going to do. Fighters, prepare to launch at any moment."

[Neive Undant]

“Aim for the hangars upon engagement… their fighters are their greatest asset. Bury them.” Admiral Krillin ordered of the battle group as it approached, his own ship taking up the rear of the first battle group as more ships began to arrive, the second battle group also falling out of hyperspace. 31 ships in total made up the huge force, and once they were all there, they began to move towards the planet, only one ship not within the fleet… the Executor class Ultimatum, the imperial fleet’s most intimidating vessel. But while it was not seen, a fleet of 31 ships moved forward, not yet releasing their fighters as they went on approach.

[Adar Bolner]

The tension was thicc, and was becoming thiccer every moment. They say that tension so thicc can be cut by a knife, but even a saber would find it difficult at this moment. Every crew member of the Defiance was extremely nervous, to the point that some of them started to lose focus. The Admiral was contemplating their options, when the Lieutenant called to him.

"Admiral! More imperial ships exited hyperspace. They are moving towards Coruscant."
"Damnit! This is worse than I thought."

The Admiral went up and down the bridge, observed by the crew to be in a deep state of thought. Their next moves were critical. They were outmaned by about 10 ships, and a full engagement would result at best in a rout. They also could not abandon Corruscant. The effort it had taken the Alliance to capture and secure it was to great to give up. On that, everyone in the fleets stationed here was in agreement. So there was only one option. Delay.

At last, the captain stopped, and with a deep breath gave out orders.
"Signal the GA for reinforcements. Any reinforcements. Message priority Alpha. Use maximum encryption. Send it every 8+n minutes, n being times we attempted to send the message."

The crew agnoledged the order. The captain moved to his command chair.
"Attention all vessels and all stations. I hate to have to start a possible war, but as you can see, the imperials are on the move. We have an order here. To defend Coruscant and its surrounding systems. So it is time to engage these invaders. We'll delay them till reinforcements arrive."

If you could be an outside observer to the Alliance fleet, you would see thousands of people moving, coordinating, readying for battle. Like ants, these people had each their little task, and they were doing it to perfection.

"I want fighters along with a few escorts to move forward and engage in a skirmish. I repeat, move forward and engage in a skirmish. Try to make it back in one piece, while drawing their attention away from the planet. Everyone else stand by until further orders."

[Neive Undant]

Admiral Krillin observed the ship movements of the Alliance’s fleet, walking to the front of the bridge.

“Send out a transmission, open channel. They’ll get one warning.” The Admiral said.

“Attention, Galactic Alliance fleet. This is Admiral Krillin of the Galactic Empire. I offer you a courtesy warning before this engagement. Any ships and crew that want to live, leave this planet now. Those who flee towards Alliance space will not be fired upon, and no civilian ships or transports will be targeted in this assault. But for all ships who dare to stand against us, I say only this. A ring of Durasteel will soon surround your planet. For all Alliance assets on the surface, abandon your homes. Abandon your posts. Abandon all hope. And for all people of coruscant: we are not here to forcibly take your freedom. We are here to protect our own assets. If you decide that the Alliance’s presence brings more harm than good, cast them out. Send them back to their space, and we will bring aid and relief of any form needed to the civilians of the planet.”

With that, the transmission ended, and the imperial fleet moved ever so closer, barely outside range for either ship to attack. All ships prepared their weapons, mostly their turbo lasers, to deal the first blow and to destroy the Alliance forces in their path.

[Adar Bolner]

The Imperial message was recieved, and a wave of nervousness washed through the bridge. The Admiral of the Defiance was not moved at all though. He spoke to the crew present in the bridge, his voice stern and full of determination. "I was not stationed here for months to watch Coruscant fall into Imperial hands again. Not after everything it took to secure it. We will hold firm. For the Galactic Alliance. For liberty, freedom, and Democracy in all the Galaxy!"

The bridge of the Defiance cheered after the Admiral's speech. They were outnumbered, sure. But they needn't win the battle. Only stall until the rest of the fleet joined the task group Defiance.

After order was restored, the Admiral prepared a response message. It was both an official response to the Imperial Admiral Krillin's message, and a message of hope both to the Alliance fleet and the garrison of the planet.

"This is Rear Admiral Yos O’Jeez of the Galactic Alliance fleet. I believe it quite rude to dare offer us a warning while invading what is Alliance territory. And if you are here to protect your assets, we are here to protect the people and their right to freedom, liberty and democracy. Now, turn back at once. You are within Alliance territory. Reinforcements are on their way. This will be our only warning given."

He signaled for the transmission to cease. He knew the response, if any, the Imperials would give. He then change channel and gave orders to the fleet. "Fighters, take flight. Escorts 2,3 and 7 prepare to move once fighters are out. The rest of the fleet, move forward slowly, do not engage before the escorts and fighters"

Acknowledgements came in from all vessels. The Imperial threat did not succeed, aside some minor desertions of staff, totaling to 4 escape pods with 50 personel total. But that did not concern anyone in the GA fleet right now. They were all preparing for the inevitable battle.

[Neive Undant]

Admiral Krillin narrowed his eyes, listening to the response and then abrupt end to the transmission that the rear admiral sent.

“Think nothing of that reply. The transmission wasn’t meant for the orbital defenses.” The Admiral said, looking past the ships for a moment at the planet, wondering if the transmission had resonated with any of the civilians on the surface. Loyalists to the Empire, those on the fence about which side they support, and even those who support the Alliance’s occupation. While there were many on the planet who most likely didn’t want the Empire’s boots on Coruscant’s surface, on any level, Krillin knew if this plan worked, every citizen on Coruscant who didn’t have a stockpile of food would soon be begging the Empire to help them and rioting for the Alliance to leave themselves.

The ships passed into range, and immediately, Krillin gave the order to fire, and leagues of imperial TIE’s exited the hangars of the Capital ships, on their way to blow through the wall of Alliance ships ahead.

[Neive Undant]

ISD Adversary

ISD II Reclaimer

LFRG IN-306

CC Kraber

CC prowler

Skipray Assault Wing 01

Skipray Assault Wing 04

TIE Avenger Wing 11

Black Lances Avenger Wing

TIE Bomber Wing 13

TIE Bomber Wing 14

TIE Bomber Wing 15

TIE Defender Wing 02

TIE Defender Wing 04

[Adar Bolner]

Ships:
BB Defiance

MC40a Bastion

NSBC Stonewall

NBEF Salvation

NBEF Warrior

Assault Wing Krill (B-wing)

Assault Wing Cresh (B-wing)

Strike Wing Cresh (X-wing)

Strike Wing Dorn (XJ)

Interceptor Wing Cresh (A-wing)

Interceptor Wing Origin (A-wing)

Bomber Wing Spear (K-wing)

Bomber Wing Forn (K-wing)