The Imperial Confederation categorically denounces the issuance of these bounties as a barbaric and reckless attempt to wield fear in place of authority. These actions reek not of true Imperial strength, but of desperation—an amateur provocation from factions masquerading as heirs to an Empire they neither understand nor uphold.
Let it be known: these bounties bear no connection to the Imperial Confederation. We neither authorized nor support their distribution. The individuals listed, regardless of political stance, affiliation, or prior service, have not been found guilty of any crimes under Confederation law.
In the words of Empress Liraeth Deschart herself:
To those named within this crude list: know that the Imperial Confederation offers you safe harbor. Should you seek refuge within our territory, you will be afforded due protection under our laws, and your presence will not be treated as criminal without cause. We do not hunt people for propaganda. We do not condemn without evidence. And we do not stoop to the level of warlords and would-be tyrants who believe blood is the only path to order.
We urge all rational governments and organizations to treat these bounties for what they are: the dying growls of a beast with no teeth, meant to distract from impotence rather than project strength.
Let there be no confusion: this is not Imperial justice. This is imperial theater.
Grand Moff Selrik Lorcas
Sector High Command – Instrop Oversector
Imperial Confederation
