Dragonstar Contract Discussion

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

System Lord Alikiwi of House Hermes,

It has come to my attention that our defense contract with House Hermes will be expiring less than a year from now. While there is still plenty of time, I would like to begin discussing the future of our relationship.

First we must know: Do you intend on extending the contract with us? Or does House Hermes plan on letting it expire?

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

House Hermes will be extending the contract, and we expect things might get busier sometime in the near future.

I am bringing troops into Worric for the eventual capture of the enemy planet there as well as building some locally. The old Saya I class Carrier has just arrived at Fizbon VI with fighters and troops. My plan was to scrap that ship and my new carrier will take its place.

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

That is good to hear, SL Alikiwi. I was hoping you would say that. While we strive to give every client the best service, I will admit we have had the most success working with House Hermes.

A recent audit of my budget revealed a problem. We are currently losing Minerals in this contract. I can no longer afford this loss. Which leads me to the next question.

Can you afford to increase your monthly payment? Not only will it help support my budget, but an increase will allow me to bulk up my fleets. I want to build some new ships. On average, a warship costs 300 Minerals and 400 Radioactives to maintain. Carriers cost roughly 600 Minerals and 200 Radioactives (less weapons, more cargo space). The more you give, the more you will get.

What do you think?

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

I will look into this. Currently we are low on minerals ourselves, but with the new planets and facilities this situation is just starting to improve.

I'll give you more specific information shortly.

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

The Mineral deficit is small. About -200 Minerals per month. All I ask is that in the coming extension you increase your Mineral payment by 200. That is, if you want to keep our current fleet strength.

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

That should be no problem, I'll post an ammendment to the contract.

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

I must have been reading too fast! So much to do you know. At the very least we want to maintain the exisiting fleet size, though it would be nice to increase it.

I will have to check our figures and project the expansion of mining operations, but I would hope to perhaps add 2 more ships in the early stages of a re-newed contract.

I also think perhaps one of them should be a carrier, although we are only just now seeing the first one return to Hermes Space. Our main goal now is to free Worric VII.

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

System Lord Alikiwi,

Now time is growing short. We have only a few months left on the current deal. It is time we finalized the extension.

I have yet to hear back about your projected financial figures. How much do you think you can afford to pay Dragonstar Defense per month for the extension period? We discussed adding two more ships. That would add either 900/0/600 or 600/0/800 to the monthly rate, depending on whether one ship was a carrier.

To clarify, if you want me to add two ships to the fleet you are looking at monthly payments of:

Can you at least afford that much? Remember, for every 300/0/400 you add, I can field 1 more warship. For every 600/0/200, 1 more carrier.

I would like to keep the Green Dragon construction vessel. Initially we discussed I would return it to Hermes control when not needed. I don't think that will happen. So to make both our lives simpler, why don't we just make it officially Dragonstar property?

Oh, and I see the original deal was a 3-year contract. Normally we do 2-year deals. Do you want the extension to be 3 years as well?

I think that is all that needs to be considered. Monthly payment, Green Dragon, contract length. Is there anything else you would like added in the upcoming contract?

I eagerly await your response, SL Alikiwi.

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

OK, I'm a bit bust right now and access to the budget is temporarily non functional! However, I did check it recently.

I believe we will go with adding a warship plus a carrier, we need those fighters out there to counter the enemies. I feel 4,300 / 4,000 / 4,600 should be no problem.

Regarding the construction ship, I don't doubt you will need it indefinately to build replacement fighters etc, or perhaps even storage bases to stockpile your supplies. So we can consider it yours to do with as you please.

As soon as we can, I'll look to see when to schedule the construction of the extra 2 vessels.

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

Here is the latest draft of the new contract:

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

All looks good to me, so let me know when it's ready to sign.

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

Ready for your signature.

http://home.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-40799.html#40799

btw, sorry it took so long. I thought I already posted it, then completely forgot about it. Whoops!

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

System Lord Alikiwi,

It is that time again. Our defense contract is nearing its expiration. I hope we have performed well enough to deserve another contract extension.

Does House Hermes intend on keeping Dragonstar as its defensive force?

Here is the deal currently: http://home.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-40798.html#40798

Alikiwi · Space Emperor Joined: May 09, 2007 Location: Tasmania

My how time surely flies! One can only say that the service has been excellent and we look forward to renewing the contract. We also expect the situation to get tough with more enemies turning their eye on our Federation!

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

That is good to hear, SL Alikiwi. We enjoy working for House Hermes in defending Worric and other systems from our enemies.

As in the past, we would like to suggest increasing our budget so that we can support a larger fleet. We recommend at least a 20% boost in funding. In return, Dragonstar can agree to field at least 4 more warships for you.

How does this sound to you? Will this be for another 3 years?

Prophet · Space Emperor Joined: Jun 13, 2006 Location: Taxachusetts

Since you have not responded, and time is short, I have merely extended the existing contract as is. Please sign it before our current deal expires, system lord.

http://www.spaceempires.net/ftopicp-50173.html#50173