Asterion Factions

Remarkably, there are no records indicating that desire for the position of Planetary Governor has ever caused strife among siblings that might inherit the role should the eldest inheritor perish. Quite to the contrary, it would appear that loyalty is a highly valued trait within House Traquiel. Recent intelligence indicates that the House acquired psychoconditioning technology from the Mechanicus sometime ago, which may account for this behavior.

White and Blue house colors.

House Traquiel

Planetary Governor Dehvon Traquiel

-Planetary Governor of Asterion; Husband of Kelle Jocasta Lethe

-Accomplished Duelist; shows admirable conduct in the face of defeat, as witnessed in his duel with Artemis at the party took place at the Planetary Governor's Palace.

-Previously Head of the Royal Guard, prior to his sister's passing; remains largely uninterested in political matters, and generally seems to lack ambition.

-Younger Brother to Anvephone, eldest of her brothers; highly loyal to his sister and her memory.

-Bonded with an Augmentor

[Heavy Encryption]

-Dehvon is largely unaware of the mission details of KG-Co, including the truth about the death of his Sister and Niece. Maintaining this state of affairs would be prudent.

House Traquiel

Anvephone Traquiel (Deceased)

-Former Planetary Governor of Asterion; killed in a Xenotechnological Incident in the lava tubes below the hive.

-Historically obsessed with Xenotechnologies; likely worked with and against the Archmagos at various points in her search.

-Dehvon was deeply loyal to his sister, and was deeply shaken by her death.

[Heavy Encryption]

-The circumstances of her death were likely caused by the fusion of the Nemesis Device to Quinten Cutter, as the Device's overseer attacked immediately after Anvephone shot the psyker.

-The truth of the situation was properly obscured to witnesses through misdirection and deception. Though Archmagos Wakes became briefly aware of the situation, his memories appear to have been edited by VIIR to prevent retaliation. The only remaining rogue element with knowledge of the truth is MIA Company Agent Gamma Star. The threat of exposure has been deemed minimal, given Star's direct action against Anvephone in the conflict, and blackmail held against our former employee.

-Anvephone's fixation on Xenotechnology was likely born of a desire to heal her mutant daughter, Palinea.

-At some point, Anvephone discovered the location of the Traquiel Fortress and commissioned the aid of Magos van Flange in constructing a means of accessing it.

-Anvephone's journal entries found at Fort Orpheon indicated that she had a mentor in studying the Asterii. It has since been revealed that identity of this mentor is the Harlequin Solitaire King Quinque, who has extended his insights to the Ambassador.

House Traquiel

Metcal Jurgen

-Artist employed by House Traquiel

-We've yet to interact with this individual, or hear any important news of his endeavors; continuing to keep a profile page for him in this database may be entirely pointless.

House Traquiel

Armand Traquiel

-2nd Eldest of Anvephone and her brothers; loyal to his sister and her memory.

-Administrator of Traquiel Holdings

-Not particularly charismatic, but quite efficient.

House Traquiel

Mehvon Traquiel

-3rd Eldest of Anvephone's younger brothers; highly loyal to his sister and her memory

-Dismissed from his position as head of the Traquiel Intelligence service, and replace with Father Lightfall. Reassigned to nominal authority on the Asterion Tonic project, to keep him busy.

-Apparently seeing a noblewoman—Zolyria Haddistad—of his own volition; uncommon for the males of the Traquiel line, who typically only begin courting due to assignments.

-Aspiring duelist

[Heavy Encryption]

-Attempted to steal the Asterion Tonic formula from the Magos Biologis (see House Traquiel Conflicts)

House Traquiel

Audric Traquiel

[Recent Events]

-Had deployed near Hive Macharia during the incursion, and is currently MIA, likely KIA

-Youngest of the Traquiel children, currently in school, gifted athlete and academic, sharpshooter, trained in strategic arts.

-Will likely be given a division of Asterion Guard upon graduation.

-Known as handsome and somewhat given to debauchery.

-We have begun to test his competence with simple missions, such as assigning him the task of boosting the morale of Traquiel forces by leading them in a take down of a minor ganger faction, and celebrating the victory.

-Highly loyal to Anvephone and her memory.

House Nimea

(-1 Influence)

House that formerly held the position of Planetary Governor, stripped from them and transferred to House Traquiel; according to legend, this occurred per the wishes of an Angel of the God Emperor. This prevents Nimea from outright denouncing the leadership of Traquiel, but a bitter rivalry remains between the two houses.

-Connected with the Mechanicus via Magos Biologis Kolabite 62-Ø; have been attempting to curry additional favor with Archmagos Voltaire 19-A.

-Red and Grey house colors.

House Nimea

Lady Ketcellia Nimea

-Noble Scion, Niece of the Official Head of House Nimea, but appears to be pulling strings from behind the scenes.

-Assessed to be clever and subtle in her manipulations.

-Developed a friendship with Kelle, though true sincerity unlikely, and their relationship suffered from Kelle's engagement and marriage to Dehvon Traquiel; the ambassador has extended an olive branch in a promise to attempt to unite the noble houses through the marriage of their children.

-Lady Ketcellia performed the role of Maid of Honor at Ambassador Lethe's wedding; she and her family attempted some minor slights towards House Traquiel, including:

--Unveiling a Holo Monument to Lord General Nimea in the days prior to the ceremony, which depicted a lapel pin with an archaic symbol of House Nimea, used 400+ years ago when their family still held the title of Planetary Governor. (Ambassador Lethe responded with the request for Ketcellia to be her maid of Honor, and was sure that her dress included the family crest used just after the Planetary Governor Title was taken from their house and given to the Traquiel Family)

--Gifted the couple a curated volume of the House Traquiel's history; the stories had been tailored to emphasize the failures and less proud moments of the family.

--Offered a performed choreographed by Artemis Modeyo that portrayed the last stand and noble defeat of Kore Traquiel. This offer was graciously declined.

House Nimea

Lord General Eton Rothay Nimea

-Nominal Head of House Nimea

-General of the the Asterion Immortals Mechanized Armor Division

-Relative of Father Barnabas Rothay, who's servo skull caused some mischief in Bluehull-92.

-Recent promotion to Lord General.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Influence:

General: +0

Hydroponics and Life Support: +1

Infrastructure: +3

Dominus: +0

We have interacted with several Mechanicus departments and leaders, most notably the Infrastructure and Medicae divisions.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Archmagos Sojourner Wakes (Deceased)

-Previous Archmagos of the Asterion Mechanicus

-Fixation on Xenotechnology; his cognomen, Wakes, indicates his dedication to the search for and understanding of Asterii technology.

-Had been scheduled to soon to depart on a pilgrimage to Eskutchax, the sector's primary forge world and manufactorum of las weaponry; sentiments strongly suggest that he will there be assigned the role of Fabricator General.

-Severe mental degradation caused the Archmagos to exhibit erratic and violent behaviors, culminating in the necessity of his execution. It is my duty, as a Wakes, to continue his research. To continue his crusade.

-Heavy Encryption-

-Initial contact involved efforts to sway him to endorse Magos Biologis Kolabite 62-Ø.

-Is searching for the records of Anvephone Traquiel to continue his research into the Xenotechnology of the Cinquefoils; believed them to be stored somewhere on Asterion, but outside the Hive. We have since confirmed the location to be Fort Orpheon, collected the records, and traded them for additional knowledge of the Asterii. He has also promoted me to Magos Logis, and given me permission to use the cognomen "Wakes," which I have chosen to accept.

-His investigations into the death and research of Anvephone Traquiel prompted him to forcibly enter the mind of Logis Eizen to learn details of the event, and likely of the Nemesis Device. This action cause the Techsorcist code wall containing the entity VIIR to rupture, allowing him to infect and influence the Archmagos into both forgetting the entire affair, and later to approve the assignment of relic light power armor to Logis Eizen.

-Prior contact with the scrap code associated with VIIR has caused insanity to overtake other tech priests. This is the same fate that befell the Archmagos, who ultimately succumbed to intense degradation of his mind and functionality.

-Before his death, the Archmagos spoke to his "Master," as though he were present; it might be worth learning who that individual is. Additionally, I suspect that Wakes or his Master may also have had contact with King Quinque.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Magos Biologis Kolabite 62-Ø

-Magos Biologis, endorsed to become the next Archmagos after the departure of Sojourner Wakes. However, this endorsement lost value due to Wakes's fall in popularity.

-Strong familial ties to House Nimea; cousin of Ketcellia.

-Oversees production of Asterion Tonic, the chemical nature of which is confidential (though recent intelligence might reveal the formula)

-To maintain our trade arrangements for Asterion Tonic, the Company has prioritized a positive relationship with the Magos Biologis. To this end, an incredible discovery of Type 87 Thrice Blessed Class-Alpha Sacred Refrigerant in Bluehull-92 was sold to Magos Kolabite for a reasonable price and general favor.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding alongside Magos Dominus Voltaire 19-A and Magos Aedifex Vector van Flange; gifted the couple a Manufactorum.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Licensed Elevator Repairman Cassius Omega-22

-Elevator Repairman/Infrastructure Representative in the absence of Magos Vector van Flange.

-Associate of Logis Kelvin 111.

-Tracks rumors and discussion within the Mechanicus with reasonable consistency; information has often proved valuable.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Factotum Fexibaan 77-b

-Mechanicus Factotum in service to the Nimea family. Expert in social sciences and interactions.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding with the Nimea Family.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Archmagos Dominus Voltaire 19-A

-Elected Archmagos following the death of Sojourner Wakes

-Served as an Ambassador of Archmagos Wakes interested during negotiations for the repairs of Port Lysander

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding alongside Magos Biologis Kolabite 62-Ø and Magos Aedifex Vector van Flange; gifted the couple a Manufactorum. During the wedding, engaged Magos Logis Eizen in a discussion regarding the election of the next Arch Magos, as he is currently leading the polls. I gave honest replies to his answers, both in my assessment that the value of Magos van Flange's rivalry with Archmagos Wakes was being underestimated in current polity, and that I personally will vote for the Magos Aedifex. He appeared to take no offense to these calculations.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Magos Aedifex Vector van Flange

-Head Magos of the Infrastructure Department; well regarded by his subordinates.

-Had been absent for some time, having vanished during an exploration of the lava tubes, where his telemetry continued to report his location and status as alive, but out of reach—he went there searching for an optimal cargo route through the planet between two of Asterion's hives. Sojourner Wakes considered this a non-issue at this time, and neglected to appoint a replacement leader for the Infrastructure Department, evidence of the friction between the two.

-Van Flange has since indicated similar dislike (and mistrust) toward Wakes; their cognomens indicate the source of this discord, as the van Flange line believes in the need to improve upon practical engineering and technologies, whereas the Wakes line is focused on seeking and understanding new/lost technologies. Due to this conflict, I made sure to be clear of my ongoing respect for van Flange after adopting the Wakes Cognomen, the truth of which he appears to have accepted.

-Was safely recovered during by team due to interest in aiding/gaining influence with the Infrastructure Department, and possibly obtaining insight into the location of the lost Traquiel Fortress; these goals have been achieved. In addition, this mission led us to the discovery of the 508 and it's denizens.

-Long absence occurred due to the actions of Ssar Wolstina, in her misguided attempts to preserve and protect the Chosen 508th.

-Van Flange has confirmed that Anvephone Traquiel enlisted his confidential aid in constructing a throughway to the original Traquiel Palace; how she discovered its location to begin with remains unknown. He later provided a means of entrance to Fort Orpheon, and joined us in our initial exploration. His presence necessitated him being made aware of the Asterii Devices, when one was encountered.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding alongside Magos Dominus Voltaire 19-A and Magos Biologis Kolabite 62-Ø; gifted the couple a Manufactorum.

-Since we were unable to sway the election toward Magos van Flange, we have attempted to maintain our positive connection through other means. This includes formatting our Manufactorum to produce cable necessary for infrastructure projects.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Logis Kelvin 111

-Infrastructure department Logis, associate of Cassius; works at the Comutotitron Chapel, where many communications are routed through the hive and between orbitals. He and the entire department currently favor KG-Co with great enthusiasm, due to our aid in recovering Magos Vector van Flange.

[Heavy Encryption]

-Has agreed to covertly aid us by intercepting the communications of the DeWonti Trade Consortium and delivering them to KG-Co. Delivery of these reports has been conducted thus far by Cassius.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Magos Techsorcist Voss Alpha-1

-Itinerant Techpriest that travels the Cytheris Subesector, remaining in one system or another for 1-3 years before relocating for work.

-A (largely) tolerated radical, as many techsorcists are in the Mechanicus; work necessitates the use of improvisational measures during some rituals, as well as the large-scale destruction of sacred machine spirits that have succumbed to heretical infections. More driven by profit than the average techpriest.

-Aggressively avoids records of himself and whereabouts reaching the Noosphere, due to friction with other orders of techpriests.

-Confidentially retained by Rear Admiral von Trakkyr in efforts to purge a schismatcial scrap code from the Naval Warship, the Judgment of Eminence. Progress is being made steadily, if slowly, and he seems to have included several backdoor programs into the system, and copied a number of files to personal records.

-We sought out the aid of Magos Voss in curing Archmagos Wakes of his deteriorating condition; to accomplish this, we had to disclose information regarding Magos Eizen, VIIR, and the wall in their shared mind. For the Cost of 1 Liquidity and ongoing retainer with the Keojrah-Glynt Company, we have secured his aid in this matter.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Knight Archivist Ruber Sutonis

-An archival techpriest trained in the mysteries of Techsorcism; as with others of this initiation, his beliefs are not as strictly orthodox as others in the Mechanicus.

-Currently in Hive Cytheris, working for a scrapper company in the Quarantine Zone to assist in the removal of scrap code infections from recovered devices.

-Familiar with Sojourner Wakes, and his mission; contact was made with Magos Eizen, due to his status as the Wakes Cognomen Successor, upon recovery of a Voiddelver artifact during exploration of the Quarantine Zone. The Device was recovered from an individual belonging to the Order of Silence, who attacked Ruber alongside the insectoid denizens of the Zone.

-Sutonis has been updated on the situation with the VIIR Engram, and has suggested a possible location of use within the Zone.

Adeptus Mechanicus

Magos Helexicon Theta-9

-Magos from Eskutchax, accompanied by apprentice Enginseer Anealia Theta-9. Had contact with Sojourner Wakes; was apparently similarly minded in being less orthodox in beliefs, hence leaving the Forge World to come to Asterion to seek a more open-minded setting for research and theory craft.

-Specialist in Machine Spirits; claims to be studying methods of machine spirit resurrection. He and the Enginseer have since provided us with a more detailed demonstration of this process.

-Had intended to reach out to Voss Alpha-1 and House Nimea for possible resources and support; to avoid them becoming assets to a different faction, they were offered (and accepted) space for a laboratory in Bluehull-92.

-Currently overseeing the resurrection of the Norimar Corpse Starch Manufactory with Enginseer Theta-9

Adeptus Mechanicus

Enginseer Anealia Theta-9

-Apprentice to Magos Helexicon Theta-9

-Studying machine spirit ecosystems, and the possibility of several compatible spirit existing in cohabitation within a single device. Has offered access to this research, as part of ongoing agreement to support her and her mentor's efforts.

-Has great potential.

The Inquisition

(+? Influence)

Note: Interrogator Saends is part of the Retinue of Lord Inquisitor Kabella Vyne (Ordo Hereticus)

[Heavy Encryption]

The Inquisition

Interrogator Emilios Saends/Brother Sands

-Initially contacted by Gamma Star at the Manor Party; provided the company with a semi-mocking "calling card" for a Vox Channel, which seems nonetheless capable of attracting his attention.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding nominally disguised as part of the Astra Telepathica's retinue; throughout the event, he seemed to be keeping an eye on the Lord Captain. After the Ceremony, he approached Major St. Ardentia with a drink, introduced himself, and asked why she appeared so expectant of danger. The Ambassador and Specialist Quint entered the conversation to assist the Major and prevent the incident disclosure of confidential information.

-Specialist Quint has confirmed that Saends is a psyker, and is very skilled at hiding his presence and abilities.

-Saends regards Pax Velanus as "canny," and someone to be wary of.

[Heavy Encryption]

-Ford is passing some information to Saends that we deem valuable to his continued inaction toward the company; however, he also revealed that he'd been outfitted with a Vigil Device, such that he could avoid questions that might lead to more dangerous revelations. Controlling what Saends knows has been made both easier and more difficult.

The Inquisition

Gib

-Acts as a messenger for "Brother Sands"

The Inquisition

Asclepius 32-B

-First encountered in the Purge of Bluehull-92, where he was rescued from holding and assisted the team in purging the habblock.

-Suspected clone.

The Inquisition

Interrogator Gideon

-Interrogator previously in charge of Norimar Investigation; current mission and whereabouts technically unknown, but I have suspicions that Gideon may be another identity of Arcelius Montalban.

-Confirmed association with Solomon, under alias "Brother Gideon." The psykers considers his Interrogator to be a traitor, though the precise regard and veracity of this claim has yet to be established.

The Inquisition

Interrogator Arcelius Montalban

-Interrogator Montalban is not part of the Ordo Hereticus, and therefore not a member of Lord Inquisitor Kabella Vyne's Retinue; rather, he represents the Ordo Historica Veritas, and seeks to uncover the secret histories of Asterion. We have since opened negotiations for cooperation with the Interrogator, as elements of our aspirations currently align; though generally any interaction with the Inquisition is prudent to avoid, our position within the complexities of Asterion's politics has made this impossible, and thus controlling the nature of all interactions is the best outcome we can strive for moving forward.

-To this purpose, Montalban has provided us with a means of communication using dead drops to be delivered by his acolytes.

-Montalban was first brought to our attention when Commissioner Comata reported alleged acolytes caught stealing the cypher ident of a navy official. Two more of Montalban's acolytes—Tongs and Thunder (given name Remus, thus all other names given can be assumed to be codenames)—were later encountered during an operation to locate Archivist Denn and the documents he'd uncovered in Level 442 of the Administratum Archive. Circumstances aligned such that we were able to join forces with the acolytes.

-Our first direct meeting with Interrogator Montalban occurred in the mid hive, at the Chapel of St. D'Chessia on Level 77-K. He is adept at subtly controlling conversations by inviting people to talk more about themselves, while deflecting questions about himself. His amiable behavior likely is a method to cause others to underestimate him.

-The Quarantine Event of Level 77-K occurred during this meeting; we suspect that Montalban was the intended target of assassination, and as such, we have advised him to look for moles in his organization.

-Agrees that House Fontarii is likely the 3rd, missing noble house of Asterion. However, he has some additional theories that may prove problematic for us if revealed, specifically that Melichdoche Traquiel framed House Fontarii, and betrayed Captain Orpheon.

-I suspect that Interrogator Montalban and Interrogator Gideon/Brother Gideon are one in the same, based on his explanation of a sending an acolyte into Halcyon who's story matches that of Solomon. Though he was not able to gain a large amount of intelligence from his spy, he was able to confirm that the Order uses Asterii Devices; his condemnation of this behavior leads me to conclude that we should under no circumstances disclose our own utilization of such technology.

The Inquisition

The Blank

-Member of Montalban's retinue; has numerous visible cybernetic augmentations to their musculature.

-Mutant, Blank (interesting, we learned from encountering this individual that Condemnor passively measures the "weight" of null/void presence in its vicinity)

The Inquisition

The Seneschal

-Member of Montalban's retinue. Navy uniform indicates previous or current association.

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

(+4 Influence)

-A newer "upstart" faction of the Imperial Cult; populist and largely supported by the lower class.

-Have been given use of the Chapel and former Hydroponics Facilities in Bluehull-92

-Recent reports indicate that the Regulars are becoming divides into two camps of thought, one that seeks more aggressive action the Eternalites, and one that wants to focus on defensive measures and maintaining their current position.

-Heavy Encryption-

-The devotion of followers has lead to some questionable actions, including an attempt to fake a miracles by using heretical device. (Xenotechnology can now be added to this list, following the Investigation of Spire Thor)

-Incarcerated Individuals associated with the Regulars have been assigned longer terms by the Penance Guild, as proven by acquired data.

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

Preacher Doran Smythe

[Major Recent Events]

-Doran has bonded with a Redressor Device; curiously, his use of its power manifests as an aura that targets all nearby entities.

-Leader of the Clerics Regular, persistent humility in the face of near worship from his followers.

-Rumored to be a living Saint; now referred to by many as "St. Doran the Kind." However, his recent loss of confidence and lack of miracles has caused him to lose some traction. This indecisiveness has created tension within the Regulars that is moving toward a schism, led in part by Preacher Jharn.

-Believes that the Eternalites have chosen wealth over faith.

-Has survived numerous assassination attempts, and is in incredible health, and has a remarkable healing factor.

-Very humble, and tries to ignore assertions of his Sainthood to maintain his grounded perspective.

-Disliked by Witch-Breaker

-Officiated the Gubernatorial Wedding, though required the encouragement and wisdom of Preacher Enoch, who he seemed to look up to, in order to do so.

[Heavy Encryption]

-Doran's miracles have been confirmed to be caused by intervention of the Philotes Device, prior to the capture of Solomon. Future miracles are intended to be facilitated by use of the Nemesis Device. Doran was unaware of these circumstances.

[Additional Encryption]

I have chosen to tell Doran the truth about his miracles having been the result of a psyker's intervention. My decision was predicated on the reports of his loss of confidence in himself as a servant of the Emperor, and a belief that while the revelation would be initially painful, it would allow him to move past a perceived loss of ability.

Reports from Yvestina do indicate that he is improving, though the loss of Preacher Enoch dealt another significant blow to his spirit.

Following the congregation publicly showing Harkan Jharn to have healing abilities (if secretly by means of an overseeing member of Halcyon), Smythe asked me if this was the same power I had revealed to be behind his miracles; I was careful not to reveal too much of the nature of Devices, but did put forth the truth that Jharn had the aid of a holy artifact, anathema to the archenemy. Smythe wondered if he had found this relic on a pilgrimage to Vallis Decimae.

Given that Doran remains unconvinced by the push towards aggression, and desires to lead the Regulars on the path he sees as true, I have suggested a pilgrimage to gain a holy artifact might be possible. I have suggested that such relics can only be wielded while the convictions of the user remain true; this should allow us to remove Jharn or his abilities without contradiction—I have suggested that his zeal may lead him to burnout—though killing him may still be a simpler means of handling the situation.

This pilgrimage could very easily involve traversing the challenges of Fort Orpheon, as the Devices are already present in the Null Singularity Chamber.

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

Solomon (Deceased)

[Heavy Encryption]

-The semi-deceased psyker currently in possession of the Philotes Device; see Spire Thor Investigation Report

-Zealously loyal to and obsessed with Preacher Doran Smythe

-Confirmed association with Interrogator Gideon; psychic interrogation has revealed that Solomon was previously a member of the Inquisition. Based on discussions with Interrogator Montalban, I suspect that Solomon was sent to infiltrate Halcyon, which is a plausible theory as to how he gained a Device.

-Though much of his higher mental function was impaired from his physical condition, preventing more than basic and somewhat distorted accounts of information being conveyed, his responses to questions indicated that he was indeed a sanctioned psyker, (in his words, "born to darkness and granted the Emperor's light) and used his power in the defense of the Imperium. Additionally, he appears to have gained the Philotes Device (referred to as a tool of the Enemy) during a "great betrayal" at the hands of Gideon.

-The origin of his fixation on Doran could not be determined; however, he views the Preacher as a true servant of the Emperor, and his inspiration to free himself from the Enemy. He views himself as Doran's most devoted servant, and believes his purpose is to serve the "grandeur of the Living Saint."

-Unlike Lazarus, Solomon's body showed no sign regenerating from lethal injury; however, his soul remained in the Philotes Device, apparently preventing another being from fusing with the relic. We were eventually able to purge his soil using the Null Singularity, after which Ambassador Lethe bonded with the Device.

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

Medicae Mila Reylin

-Head Medicae of the Holy Ground of Respite in Bluehull-92

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

Preacher Harkan Jharn

[Major Recent Events]

-Following the launch of the incursion, Jharn took his followers on a crusade through the lower hives, hunting down mutants and looting armaments. Whether Halcyon continues to aid him, and whether this crusade will ultimately help or hinder mankind, is unclear at this time.

[Previous Reports]

-Proponent of aggressive policies against the Eternalites; currently proposing a schism to create the Clerics Bellatori

-Possesses the confidence that Doran currently lacks, and has gained a massive increase in popularity following the revelation of healing powers during a major congregation.

-Pax Velanus has instructed Sister Yvestina not to interfere, but Avarast feels that something should be done to prevent Jharn from splitting the Regulars.

-Jharn has formally called for war against the Eternalites; Major Verity has situated herself as an ally in planning the offensive, giving us a means to track the progress of their plans.

[Heavy Encryption]

-Yvestina also reported that Jharn's closer retinue is largely comprised of newcomers to the Regulars that she is less familiar with. Major Verity's investigation revealed that one of these individuals is a sanctioned psyker, indicating the rest also merited further examination. Ford used his Inquisitorial contacts to confirm that the IDs of individuals are high quality forgeries, perhaps indicated that Jharn and his team are Inquisition or have Inquisition contacts.

-Recent evidence indicates that these highly connected individuals are not Inquisition, but Halcyon affiliated; one is clearly outfitted with a Redressor.

-Undertook a pilgrimage to Vallis Decimae recently; given the connections gained to Halcyon, I am led to wonder if the Order may have a presence in this region.

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

Brother Tyrantus Ames

-A member of Harkan Jharn's Retinue; possesses high quality false identification documents; likely connection to Halcyon.

-Was "miraculously healed" by Jharn (or rather, a Redressor device used by another of the Retinue) during a major public congregation.

The Clerics Regular of His Holy Canon

Deacon Pollux

-A member of Harkan Jharn's retinue; possesses high quality identification forgeries; likely connection to Halcyon

The Eternal Order of Saint Yontericus the Twice Martyred (Eternalites)

(-3 Influence)

-Dominant sect of the Imperial Cult in Asterion, though their position has been challenged in recent years by the growing popularity of the Clerics Regular.

-Rich, well connected; regularly hosts and presides over major religious events.

-Has strong ties to the Penance Guild.

The Eternal Order of Saint Yontericus the Twice Martyred (Eternalites)

Abbess Frontilia Disteldort

-Elderly woman

-Has strong opinions on the spiritual value of poverty.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding (though left immediately after the ceremony); gifted the couple with a Reliquary Blade of extensive history (for Dehvon) and a "Relic" necklace with no known story in Keojrah-Glynt colors (for Ambassador Lethe); though this may have merely been a studied insult, the necklace is being examined for threats.

The Eternal Order of Saint Yontericus the Twice Martyred (Eternalites)

Abbot Malvolio Arkham Astreppi

-The new leader of the Eternalites, following the retirement of Abbess Distledort.

Adepta Sororitas

Sister Yvestina Avarast

[Recent Events]

-Sister Yvestina is now bonded with a Voiddelver.

-Sister of Battle who supports and protects Doran Smythe, as well as the Clerics Regular; is highly loyal to him and his mission.

-Was a classmate of Gamma Star in the Schola Progenium

-Called "Yvvie" by Sister Reverenita

[Heavy Encryption]

-Has since revealed to Major Verity, with whom she has established some rapport, that part of her mission involves determining whether Smythe is indeed a Saint, or something darker; wants to believe in him, because he does good things, but she cannot take this on faith. She since has become convinced of his goodness, but perceives that he has lost faith in himself, following his inability to perform miracles. This report has also disappointed Sister Velanus.

-Rumors were spread claiming the Sister to be an apostate, no longer associates with the Sororitas. These claims were investigated with the aid of Sister Laria Majas, and proved false by the response of Canoness Preceptor Hope Amolaia.

Adepta Sororitas

Sister Famula Advance Pax Velanus

-Sororitas dispatched to aid in defending the spiritual health of Asterion; in this regard, has expressed that Abbess Distledort shall soon be abdicating her position has head of the Eternalites, due to her cavalier accusations of Apostasy of a Sister in good standing.

-In joint command of a detachment of sisters put to the same cause with Sister Laria; they are part of the same house, the Order of Hallowed Glass. Laria was somewhat concerned about the arrival of Velanus, having stated that she tends to be somewhat unyielding, and may not approve of Kelle's marriage to Dehvon. It is as of yet unclear whether these concerns are grounded in reality.

-With Sister Laria returning to Isadore's Rest for an indeterminate amount of time, likely due to reported suspicions from Pax herself, Velanus will be our primary point of contact with the Sororitas for the foreseeable future. Additional research into her history shall be conducted, to prepare for possible hostility.

-Yvestina has reported a notable difference in Velanus's approach to running Sororitas Operations on Asterion; specifically, between more tactical moves and consolidation of power through exacting tithes, she believes the Famula Advance intends for the faction to become a more major political force. She is not confiding her exact intentions to anyone.

-Ford reported that Interrogator Saends warned him to be wary of Velanus and her intelligence; that the Interrogator is cautious about the Famula Advance is cause for no small amount of concern.

-Velanus met with the Major prior to meeting with the rest of the company, and asked several questions about our operations, specifically concerning:

--Dehvon's relationship with Kelle

--Xenotechnology on Asterion (she was surprised to learn of Sojourner Wakes's death).

--The Prophecy of the Golden Gaze

--Enemies of the KG-Co and House Traquiel on Asterion

--Experiences with and assessment of Laria Majas.

-During this discussion, the Major revealed nothing of a confidential nature.

-Later, during a meeting with Ambassador Lethe, inquired as to progress of producing an heir to the Traquiel lineage.

Adepta Sororitas

Famula Legatine Kaarmejn Maryn

-Order of Hallowed Glass

-Superior of Sister Laria and Sister Pax

-Stationed on Isadore's Rest

Adepta Sororitas

Sister Famula Advance Laria Maria Fortuna Majas

-Sister Famulus attached to House Traquiel

-Heavy Encryption-

-Enlisted the Tempestus Scions to assassinate Palinea Traquiel. Goals aligned with that of the Keojrah-Glynt Company, leading to cooperation in the mutant's termination.

-Remains a conspirator and ally to the Company, having approved the marriage of Ambassador Lethe to Dehvon Traquiel, which has now taken place.

-Considers Palinea to be a failure of her own vigilance, and harbors suspicions again House Nimea for somehow having caused the child's spontaneous mutation two weeks after her birth.

-Had been given joint command of a detachment of sisters along side Famula Advance Pax Velanus. Seemed to harbor trepidation about this arrangement, and was attempting to consolidate support among our operatives prior to Velanus's arrival.

-Trepidation appears to have been warranted, as she was apparently sent back to Isadore's Rest to deliver a report and possibly be investigated; this content was encoded in a letter that state she had voluntarily returned, indicating that we are not meant to know that Velanus's suspicions instigated this chain of events.

-Father Lightfall sent an agent to keep watch over Sister Laria while she is off world. This agent has since reported that she has been reassigned, and will not be returning to the planet, making Velanus the sole raking Famula on Asterion.

Adepta Sororitas

Canoness Preceptor Hope Amolaia

-The Auburn Preceptory of The Order of the Charred Veil; Stationed on Isadore's Rest

-Superior of Sister Yvestina; has confirmed that Doran's protector is in no way Apostate, and is concerned that accusations of such indicate that Asterion's is spiritually endangered.

Adepta Sororitas

Sister Superior Remembrance Reverentia

-Sister Superior to Yvestina (who calls her "Remy").

-Subordinate to Famula Advance Pax Velanus

Asterion Enforcement Bureau (Administratum)

(+2 Influence)

Asterion Enforcement Bureau (Administratum)

Commissioner Neve Comata

-Has been assigned the task of negotiating peace between the Regulars and Eternalites

-Will pay for information regarding: the religious conflict on Asterion; the conflict on Port Lysander between the Mechanicus and Penance Guild; the installation of an Astra Telepathic presence in Spire Yarrick.

-The escalation of the Religious conflict has left Neve ready to seize any opportunity to retaliate against the Eternalites; though they have yet to break Lex Imperialis, they are drawing close to proper disruption of public order. The aid of KG-Co in recovering the Abducted Arbitrators makes it all the more likely that she will side with us and the Regulars when the time comes.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding; gifted the couple a set of master crafted tomes of the Lex Imperialis.

[Heavy Encryption]

-The Commissioner is one of the few individuals outside the Keojrah-Glynt Company who is aware of the machinations of Lady von Tarquinius; so far, she has proved willing to maintain discretion.

-The Commissioner dislikes the Inquisition, given their lack of precedent and authority within the Lex Imperialis; upon detaining two individuals that claimed to be members of the Inquisition, she turn the so called agents over to us rather than risk engaging with Interrogator Saends.

Asterion Enforcement Bureau (Administratum)

Arbitrator Shiv

-Special Investigator with the Arbites; former ganger affiliations, now has a violent hatred for all members of organized crime. Demonstrates considerable prowess in melee combat, and a peculiar affinity for knives (of which he seems to possess a functionally limitless supply).

-Has remarkably developed senses of taste and hearing.

[Heavy Encryption]

-Was assigned to the team temporarily during the Arbitrator Kidnappings, and assisted in dispatching a Procuratia.

Imperial Navy

(+2 Influence)

Imperial Navy

Rear Admiral Sipentia von Trakkyr

-Was observed speaking with Dehvon at the Manor Party, topic of discussion uncertain.

-Pleased with the resolution of mechanical difficulties aboard Port Lysander.

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding alongside several Navy Ship Captains; gifted the couple a Navis Grata Dignitatum token of transit, and an evening demonstration of Naval ships and artillery, for entertainment.

-Interestingly, von Trakkyr expressed gratitude in our siding with the Clerics Regular over the Eternalites (though this may simply be due to the fact that our support indicates a speedier conclusion of the conflict in general). In a recent conversation, she extended an offer to Preacher Doran (to be conveyed by us) that if the hostilities should increase to unmanageable levels, the Navy would take in the Regulars under threat. This seems like an attempt at conscription.

-At the wedding, she took care to remind Kelle of Asterion and Port Lysander's importance in the Logistical Networks of the Cytheris Subsector, likely to determined whether we take such matters seriously.

-Von Trakkyr supports Magos Dominus Voltaire's bid to succeed Wakes as the Archmagos, believing that his promotion would aid the war effort.

-The Rear Admiral has contracted the work of Magos Techsorcist Voss Alpha-1 to purge a scrap code infection from a navy warship, the Judgment of Eminence. She requested that we determine whether he was making progress, and/or capable of completing the task; we have assessed both to be true.

-In the wake of the events in Void Dock 102, the Rear Admiral has become concerned about the presence of stealth technology used on the small craft vessel that collided with Port Lysander. She is actively seeking additional information on this technology, and I have been assisting in the analysis. She has also informed us that, given the typical use of such technology involving the Aeldari, the Inquisition is likewise investigating.

The Hourglass Gang

(Merged Influence, Subsidiary, +4 Impression)

-Norimar gangers encountered during the Corpse Starch Investigation. Producers of Obscura purchase by KG-Co through contracts negotiated by Gamma Star and Kelle Lethe, and currently contracted to handle the onsite security and upkeep of the Dock.

The Hourglass Gang

Kadrin Mephisdo

-One of the leading enforces of the gang, and primary liaison with KG-Co

-Seems to have a positive view of our agents and relationship, particularly following our arbitration on a manslaughter case at the Dock, in which we decided to invest reparations paid by the noble perpetrator to the family of the victim and the Hourglass Gang for their ongoing service.

-Has demonstrated an understanding of the gang's role as both the enforcers of the Dock and part of the experience being offered; has altered the appearance of her operatives to match the more theatrical expectations of the nobles that attend.

-Has demonstrated a readiness to execute heretics.

The Hourglass Gang

Hourglass Personnel

-Medicae Skippy—Primary physician, acceptable reports thus far. Outfitted with augmetic hand.

-Barnaby—Enforcer, reported being approached by heretical elements, leading to the discovery and execution of cultists. Large, strong, low self-esteem.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

King Quinque

-Full Title: King Quinque, of the Five Winged Way, Singer of Soothsay, Guide and yet Still Astray

[Major Recent Developments]

-King Quinque returned from his pilgrimage, presumably as a fully fledged fivefold champion, as Lady von Tarquinius was launching her incursion on Asterion; he was thus able to rescue Ambassador Lethe from certain death.

-He has stated that the attack on Asterion is an opportunity to launch a fatal attack against Nurgle; the details of this plan can he found here.

[Prior Reports]

-Harlequin Solitaire—soul gambled between the Laughing God and Sai'lanthresh/Slaanesh, acts the role of the latter in Harlequin plays. It is for this reason that he has bonded with a Condemnor, intending for his soul to be destroyed/consumed, rather than letting it potentially fall into the hands of a chaos god after his death.

-Anvephone Traquiel's mysterious mentor; I strongly suspect that he has also given guidance to the Wakes Cognomen line, and perhaps instilled the notion of "crusade" as mentioned by Sojourner Wakes.

-Contacted Ambassador Lethe in a dream, then via an aeldari hard-light hologram. A more permanent connection point has been made via Kelle's Communior.

-Following the trail and philosophy of the Asterii; is a Third Order Champion, bonded with an Augmentor, Redressor, and Condemnor. Seeks to kill a chaos god (Nurgle, Captor of Isha), and wishes us to be allies in this endeavor.

-Wishes to know what is inside, but cannot enter, the Asterii Cathedral; explained that this limitation was due to his own choices, though not what those choices were. Additionally mentioned that there are four Wards in the Cathedral, instead of the expected five. Upon exploration of the Cathedral, a conclusion can be drawn that individuals bearing a Condemnor are held in low esteem by Asterii culture, and not allowed to enter such locations as the Cathedral.

-Gifted us an Augmentor, as proof of goodwill, which has been bonded to Verity (note: Lazarus was incapable of bonding with the device, indicating that specific protocols must be followed to equip more than one).

-After the exploration of the Asterii Cathedral, we provided King Quinque with a Voiddelver and a Communior. He has promised to teach us the initiation rights to become higher order champions ourselves, after he has become a Fifth Order Champion under the supervision of whatever council of entities is currently guiding him along the same path; this is apparently the proper way of doing things.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Palinea Traquiel/The Golden

[Heavy Encryption]

-Daughter of Anvephone Traquiel and another woman who provided the paternal component of genetic material.

-Mutated spontaneously at two weeks of age to have golden eyes, two rows of needle teeth, and some form of Immaterium related abilities. Could only consume raw meat. At some point developed a third eye on her forehead, similar in some regard to a navigator eye.

-Anvephone's personal logs indicate that Palinea may have been born a Blank, before her changes manifested.

-Remarkable semblance of mutation to an ancient prophecy regarding a fang toothed child who would bring salvation from the forces of chaos to Asterion.

-Was eleven years old at time of initial death, but due to accelerated aging resembled an adult woman very similar in appearance to her mother.

-Kept contact with her mother after vanishing from the palace five years ago; raided meat vats for sustenance; seemingly developed a cult of followers in the lower hive who believed in her divinity.

-Palinea claimed to be a servant of the Emperor, not the forces of the archenemy.

-Sister Majas sought to kill the mutant scion; KG Co operatives assisted in this assassination to secure an alliance with House Traquiel. However, some time after her death, Specialist Quint recovered her perfectly preserved soul from the Immaterium, describing it as having been held by an entity that willingly relinquished it to him. Her soul became housed in a pair of Servitors altered with psychic circuitry by Nepheli Havelock. Per instructions of Ambassador Lethe, these servitors have been dismantled and incinerated; the state of Palinea's soul is unknown, but has possibly returned to its preserved state in the Immaterium.

-Lazarus's affinity for Palinea and the lack of hostile reaction from the Nemesis Artifact serves as possible evidence that she is not a chaos entity, as the device has previously demonstrated a tendency to violently purge any taint of the archenemy. There is precedent for mutants existing within Imperial Sanction, such as Navigators.

-When prompted with the command "Truth," by Quint via the Nemesis Device, projected a vivid and highly detailed vision of the imminent destruction of Asterion.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Captain Mallie Krallendi

-Captain of the private/pirate vessel Absence of Decorum; provided transport to our company to the Asterii Cathedral. Following the success of this mission, was provided a bonus for having withstood unforeseen threats (ie, the Chaos Ship), and sent contracts for further cooperation.

-Contracted by KG-Co for transportation and trade in the Macharian Sector.

-Thus far, has shown satisfactory understanding of the need for secrecy regarding KG-Co activities.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Priest of Breath

-The man currently serving as steward and preacher of an odd church in the underhive.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Norimar Workers

-These individuals are largely of little ongoing concern, but were important during the investigation of the Corpse Starch Factory Incident.

-Emil and Quynes—previously worked at Norimar Corpse Starch Factory. Deceased.

-Rorn—local medicae. Deceased.

-Sister Nyla Syaurn—Priestess of a chapel in Norimar known as His Sanctified Cloister; has previously contacted Inquisitorial agents to convey rumors of Heresy

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Gordinius Fuegonasus

-Restaurant owner and chef in Bluehull-92

-Tasked with the creation of quality/unique protein food

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Silensia Aprecii

[Heavy Encryption]

-A woman, formerly part of the Norimar Labor force, who has come under the influence of the Shard Entity.

-Silensia views the Shard as her child and is set upon aiding it in its quest for understanding, as well as protecting it from destruction. She and a now dead co-conspirator were responsible for extracting and injecting the needles of the Shard that caused the events of the Norimar Corpse Starch Factory Incident.

-Both she and the Shard were convinced to cooperate with the Keojrah-Glynt Company by Ambassador Lethe, and have been secretly moved on board the Gilded Comet, where they presumably remain.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

The Retired Spymaster of House Traquiel

-Has occasionally provided useful insights. Current affiliations and degree of loyalty to House Traquiel unknown.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Level Epsilon Zeta Hivers

[Heavy Encryption]

(See Thor Investigation Report)

Jaem Tesserak—A worker at the Las Battery Manufactorum, brother of Fex; has inert particles in his system matched with location and associations indicate intervention of the Momus Device to heal a physical ailment at some point in his life.

Fex Tesserak (Deceased)—Brother of Jaem, Manufactorum employee, victim of the Momus Device; alive and stable briefly after recovery, but succumbed to late stage cancer despite attempted medical interventions.

Madeleine—A worker at the Las Battery Manufactorum; charitable. Romantic partner of Medicae Wheetle, though relationship appears tenuous and subject to possible flux.

Medicae Estagon Wheetle—Employee at Spire Thor Levepszet Clinic. Sensible, practical. Romantic partner of Madeleine. Possible candidate for employment with Keojrah-Glynt Company.

Preacher Osten—Presiding preacher of local church in Levepszet; experiencing financial trouble. Established rapport with Preacher Enoch.

Ysme—Fortune teller with abysmal posture. Utilizes Emperor's Tarot. No psychic abilities detected.

Unaligned/Unknown Affiliation

Lucius Venn

-A traveling priest, apparently gaining some renown and attention in his sermons; mentioned to Enoch by a hiver he encountered in a tavern. (Billius, faithful, believes in relics and their necessity)

Astra Telepathica

(-2 Influence)

Allied with Eternalites, Inquisition

Astra Telepathica

Aticys Witch-Breaker

-Fundamentalist, objectively "crusty" in his behaviors.

-Possesses means of detecting psychic activity.

-Dislikes Preacher Doran Smythe

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding with an entourage of psykers, including a nominally disguised Interrogator Saends and a Blank. Gifted the couple an Astropathic Choir of 20 telepaths.

Astra Telepathica

[Heavy Encryption] Deceased Agents

-Sister of Silence, possibly Dame Fydra Vym

-Handler, possibly Migs Kezler

-Perished in the search for Wynnyf von Bjekt

Astra Telepathica

Martine Wester

-Psyker, position of authority, represented the Astra Telepathica at the War Council to discuss means of combating Lady von Tarquinius's invasion.

-Accepted and bonded with a Communior Device to enhance communicative abilities.

Penance Guild

(-3 Influence)

Organization of noble families that deal in carceral slave trade. Has strong ties to the Eternalites.

-Only major faction of Asterion not to attend the Gubernatorial Wedding. Truly, we were devastated.

Penance Guild

Prekeptius Eusoni

-Positive relationship with the Eternalites, poor relationship with the Mechanicus due to competing source materials for slaves and servitors.

[Heavy Encryption]

-Has been aiding the Eternalites by increasing the terms of servitude for members of the Clerics Regular.

The Chosen 508th

(+0 Influence)

[Heavy Encryption of all Files]

The descendants of the 508th Light Infantry Imperial Guard Regiment that disappeared during wars in the system some 200 years ago. The KGco has formed a trade agreement with the 508 to supply them with additional supplies and occasional personnel in exchange for their unique food resources.

Given their desire to remain a secret to the outside, contact with the unit shall be limited; most trade shall be conducted via Servitors and other automated forms of delivery outfitted with vox casters that match their short wave frequencies. Personnel may be dispatched to join the 508 when appropriate—for the ongoing function of the reactor, it is highly advisable that technomats, eletropriests, and enginseers be among those sent to the colony.

The Chosen 508th

Ssar Wolstina of 9th

-De Facto leader of the 508; the title of Ssar derives from Comissar, which exists in the form of the character Comi Ssar in their lore (the original leader who brought the 508 to their position, and set their course of action).

-Believes strongly in their mission, and Comi Ssar's belief that cut off from the surface, the Guard would achieve a utopia of sorts, able to fully perform their purpose in peak condition. Views any circumstance that could break their line as a threat to the 508's existence; will not allow any of the Guard to leave, and views outsiders with skepticism. (Explained that while some have joined, some have attempted to steal from them; presumably others have threatened their way of life philosophically.)

-Forwards the belief in a Final Conflict with the Enemies of Mankind, which they must remain prepared for; as such, attempted to restore the Reserve that had apparently perished within its stasis pod (before she had been born) by replacing it with Magos Vector van Flange. The original Reserve's nature has been lost to time, but it has been described as a hero, and "anathema to the Archenemy." Might have been a man or a beast; some records indicate it was a "soulless creature," perhaps indicating a robotic entity or a Blank. Use of the stasis pod is more indicative of a biological entity.

-Ambassador Lethe negotiated a deal with Wolstina; KG-co will supply the 508 with supplies, munitions, armaments, and so forth in exchange for their surplus Cutters, and the nutrient rich goo they provide.

The Chosen 508th

Clan Enge Seers

-Current "Seers" (seemingly derived from Enginseer) are Mab and Mas of Enge, trained by the recently deceased Mag of Enge.

-Possess some knowledge and skill regarding the maintenance of the Reactor, though they lack proper training in standard protocol and care of machine spirits. However, they are willing to receive instruction from credible sources.

The Chosen 508th

Sarge-Captain Graem of 2nd

-One of the officers running the defense of the front line.

-Wants to use ordinance to collapse the tunnel of Westgate, putting him at odds with Omera Rutel (who seeks to save their limited explosives) and the Ssar (who is concerned with the possible risk to the Fungal Farm).

-Doesn't believe in "the Big One," and is more concerned with the ongoing survival and welfare of the 508 in the immediate future.

The Chosen 508th

Chaplain Fitzga of 9th

-The preacher and records keeper of the 508. Deeply invested in the stories that she keeps, though many that should be more objective in nature are more mythological in format.

-Conveyed a story to Major Verity of Sarge Captain Gloria of 9th, a hero who bested multiple Brutes alone with only two las pistols.

The Chosen 508th

Vek Smekley

-A former archivist of the DeWonti Trade Consortium; initial appraisal of his abilities shows promise for recruitment, however his his strong self-preservation instinct may indicate against entrusting him with sensitive material of any kind.

-After locating the dead body of an acquaintance who had apparently been killed by the Consortium, he himself was targeted for execution, but managed to flee; he sought the aid of Keojrah-Glynt Company due to our existing rivalry/hostilities with DeWonti, in hopes that he could trade information for protection.

-Chemical interrogation and follow-up on his leads have corroborated his claims; though it is hypothetically possible that resisted these methods, and that our successful mission on the abandoned Fungal Farm was a ploy to gain our trust, I believe the existence of the Procuratia to stand in contradiction to this possibility, as I do not believe Lady von Tarquinius would have risked (or chosen to use) discovery of such valuable and heretical tools in such a scheme. Indeed, I believe it was the discovery of the Procuratia's existence that led Vek's acquaintance to be terminated, as he had apparently been investigating the disappearances of the women that I believe were to undergo the proxy procedure.

-Vek's information has further provided us with the ability to decrypt DeWonti transmissions, and possible access to the Starlight's Boon. Both assets must be used carefully, to avoid detection. The Cryptographic Cyphers have proven useful via the aid of Kelvin 111 and the Comutotitron Chapel.

-Vek has dispatched to the 508 as a defensive measure to the interests of the DeWonti Trade Consortium; he has been instructed to assist them with logistical administration, and to pass information back to KG-co when relevant.

The Chosen 508th

Omera Rutel of 3rd

-Quartermaster and general resource manager of the 508; focused on keeping a full stock of their supplies, putting her at odds with Sarge-Captain Graem's beliefs.

The Chosen 508th

Assorted Other Members

-Elder Getch, and an additional Elder whose name we have not learned. Seem to keep watch over certain artifacts in the 508, including the sword-key that opens the vault.

-Mari of 3rd, Mess Director

-Population of some 850 individuals, including children.

Rival Rogue Traders

Lord Captain von Nanokra

-Agents of this Rival attacked our agents during the Corpse Starch Factory Incident and were dispatched. They were originally mistaken for members of the Inquisition.

DeWonti Trade Consortium (Absent)

(-? Influence)

Trade Consortium of prominent position, largely represented by the ship and crew of The Starlight's Boon.

Since the exposure of their heretical machinations in Void Dock 102, the Starlight's Boon has fled the system, as have its representatives.

DeWonti Trade Consortium (Absent)

Captain Ulysses Jakolight

-Captain of the Starlight's Boon

-Hero of the Imperial Navy; famously fought in the battle of the Calidan Breach. Has worked in the Consortium for the past 25 years.

-At the time of the Traquiel Manor Party, the Captain had been on Asterion for two weeks, and claimed he would depart again in one week.

-Claims to enjoy the intrigue and drama that tends to follow in the wake of Rogue Trader activity

-Attended the Gubernatorial Wedding with a retinue that included Lady Navigator von Tarquinius, in a manner of speaking; gifted the couple foods and goods from both Asterion and St. Medea, Ambassador Lethe's Homeworld.

DeWonti Trade Consortium (Absent)

Lady Navigator Mitereska von Tarquinius

-Lady Navigator of the Starlight's Boon

-Heavy Encryption-

-See files on the Intentions of the Lady Navigator for full reports.

-Interrogation of interlopers/infiltrators into Bluehull-92 indicate her ongoing interest in Wynnyf von Bjekt; the behaviors of these agents further indicate possible heretical sympathies. This further lends to a conclusion that the voidborn agents seeking Wynnyf in tandem to our operation; given that the Astra Telepathica was similarly interested in the latent psyker's whereabouts, it is unknown whether they were at odds with Lady Tarquinius, in league with her, or unaware of her.

-Part of the attack on Headquarters that occurred during the Night of Revenge was likely orchestrated by Lady von Tarquinius, based on the behaviors of the psyker infiltrator that killed one of the guards and planted a thermite charge in the power station. These hypotheses cannot be confirmed through investigation of the subject, due to the circumstances of their defeat.

-Since experiencing the Vision of Truth, assessing the intentions of Lady von Tarquinius has become a high priority. These concerns have been verified in the Fungal Farm Raid and the Arbitrator Kidnapping Investigation.

-Seemingly capable of projecting her will and abilities through proxy creatures called "Procuratia," including assumption of direct and complete control. She can also inflict a form of demonic possession upon these subjects, which seems to end if the psychic link is severed.

-In a proxy conversation, the Lady Navigator claimed that her actions were elements of a "forward thinking" plan, and showed interest in purchasing psykers. She appears to have a particular interest in Lazarus, whom she recognizes from the Traquiel Palace Party, though she was not in obvious attendance of that event, and despite our attempts to hide his identity. Little else could be established about her intents and motivations at this time, though it is clear that she has been observing the Keojrah-Glynt Company for some time.

-Lady von Tarquinius also attended the Gubernatorial Wedding via possession of a Procuratia.

DeWonti Trade Consortium (Absent)

Clan Pelnikt

[Heavy Encryption]

-The voidborn thugs that serve and worship Lady von Tarquinius

-Typically armed with shotguns and flak armor; recent improvements to their armaments include bolt shotguns. Modified voice boxes cause them to speak in monotone, with each agent's voice set to a note that will harmonize perfectly with all others. Tattoos appear to have play a role in the clan's culture.

-Unwavering in their loyalty to the Lady Navigator, possibly through various forms of conditioning. Interrogation has proven difficult, due to failsafe mechanisms that can cause physical detonation and psychic implosion. The former is installed in their voice augmetic, and explodes when delivered a command via a particular radio frequency, which can be jammed.

-Requests have been sent off planet for additional reinforcements of Clan Pelnikt agents; we should expect their numbers to increase.

Maekla Combine (Defunct)

Faction Defunct, with possible remnants seeking vengeance

Maekla Combine (Defunct)

The Gloam (Deceased)

See Gloam's Research

Maekla Combine (Defunct)

Tefri "Carniv" of Lekk 33 (Deceased)

Maekla Combine (Defunct)

Rov "Beakie" Blotvist (Deceased)

Maekla Combine (Defunct)

Anando "Mayor" VanzerGell (Deceased)

House Haddistad

Family holding the Lord Mayoral position in Hive Cytheris.

House Haddistad

Lord Mayor Bealod Haddistad

-Lord Mayor of Hive Cytheris; father of Zolyria and Archivald (his heir to the position).

-Hive's primary production is Macro Cannon Ammunition, leading to stronger connections to the Imperial Navy.

House Haddistad

Zolyria Haddistad

-Daughter of Lord Mayor Bealod, sister of Archivald.

-Romantically involved with Mehvon Traquiel.

House Haddistad

Archivald Haddistad

-Son of Lord Mayor Bealod; brother of Zolyria

-Heir to the position of Hive Cytheris Lord Mayor

Adeptus Administratum

Auditor Ordinate Iulianus Septimus Tacitus

-Administratum Agent of the Logos Historica Verita; values truth and the maintenance of its record in history

-Rival of Kef Moevell

-Was dispatched to ensure the safety of Archivist Denn and the report he had recovered, which the Ordo Historica Veritas and the Order of Silence sought to destroy; as our mission aligned, aided us in entering and navigating the archive, as well as combating enemy forces.

-Possible point of contact for their organization

Adeptus Administratum

Junior Archivist Pellus Denn (Deceased)

-Administratum Archivist, located in Level 442 Archive of Spire Mecharius

-Referenced in an intercepted message from the dataslate belonging to the Order of Silence/Halcyon.

-Had uncovered administrative material that the Order wished to keep hidden; they intend to prevent reports from reaching Senior Archival Staff. Message as follows:

TRANSMISSION - HALCYON SECURE CHANNEL
FROM: Sevenstar TO: Agent Mourningtide

Priority Alpha Security Level: Obsidian
Target Document: "Supply Manifests of the Jericho Exchange" Current Location: Secondary Archives, Hive Asterion Level 442 Document Status: Uncovered by Junior Archivist Pellus Denn during routine reorganization.
Archivist Denn has filed a request for document authentication, citing "anomalous trade patterns" and "inconsistencies with established historical record." Request is currently pending review by senior staff. Timeline of review unknown, act quickly.

OBJECTIVES:
Secure and destroy target document before authentication process begins
Ensure no copies have been made
If Archivist Denn has examined contents in detail, assess contamination level
Apply standard containment protocols as situation warrants, cleansing is authorized

PARAMETERS:
Maintain Halcyon deniability
Stage incident consistent with standard archival accidents
Avoid casualties unless contamination confirmed and cleansing infeasible
Document must not reach Senior Archival staff
The Emperor Protects, The Silence is Halcyon
//END TRANSMISSION//

-The report located by Denn was sought not only by our team and agents of the Order (allied with or synonymous with the Ordo Historica Veritas), but Inquisitorial Acolytes of Interrogator Montalban, and Ordinate Iulianus Tacitus, an agent of the Logos Historica Verita.

-Was killed prior to our team's arrival, likely by Ordinate Kef Moevell.

-Former office-mate of "Skench," who—despite proving useful in our attempts to locate Denn (doubly so for having hindered the investigation of Kef)—I cannot classify as a full asset, given that his work is already filling his mental capacity to the point of requiring additional stimulants.

Adeptus Administratum

Auditor Ordinate Kef Moevell

-Rival of Auditor Ordinate Iulianus

-Employed by the Ordo Historica Veritas to destroy certain documents relevant to the secret histories of Asterion; motives appear to be entirely concerned with personal ambition, rather than sharing the organization's ideals

-Outfitted with a cranial bomb, detected during DNI information extraction; likely the work of the OHV and/or the Order of Silence.

-Information extracted from Moevell includes local contacts in the OHV; it is recommended that we follow up on these leads.

-Following conflict in the Archive, Moevell was apprehended and arrested; execution would not be unlikely

Mityellan 3rd Armored Veterans

-Survivors of the Mityellan 3rd Armored Division, honorably discharged after a long, harrowing campaign on the moon Eventide. Now a company Mercenary Company of some 60 highly skilled troops, who we might be able to recruit, should we earn their trust and goodwill.

-Have a score to settle with Inquisitor Roke; their final conflict on Eventide involved large casualties when facing the forces of Roke, who they believe was trying to hide something on the moon. Specifically, they suspect that he was trying to claim and hide Xenotechnology. It was after this conflict that they were discharged, apparently due to the politics and secrecy behind the encounter.

-I have located more detailed reports of the Eventide Campaign, which can be accessed here.

Mityellan 3rd Armored Veterans

Captain Arshom Sviridov

-Contacted Major Verity for assistance in locating an individual connected to Inquisitor Roke, with whom the Mityellan 3rd has a score to settle. A picture seems to indicate this individual is Interrogator Montalban, though Captain Sviridov referred to him as Inquisitor Gideon. This adds credence to the theory that Montalban and Gideon are one in the same, but also indicates that he may be masquerading as a lower level agent than his true rank.

-Appears to have several contacts on Asterion, some of who directed them to us in their search someone who might have knowledge of/contact with the local Inquisition.

-The Major is fairly confident that Sviridov is not hiding ulterior motives; his and the Mityellan's only aim is to find and kill Inquisitor Roke, and anyone else responsible for the losses they took on Eventide.

Mityellan 3rd Armored Veterans

Edmund Routhe

-Former member of the Comissariat