Lady of Patience
-= DIPLOMATIC TIES =-
[SIZE=16pt]Great Galactic War Edition[/SIZE]
[SIZE=16pt]This thread is an updated summary of the First Order's relationship with other Galactic powers.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]Galactic Alliance (GA)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Hostile[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]The longstanding enemy of the Order, the Galactic Alliance has stood in the way of progress time and again. A revived conflict, now known as the Great Galactic War, has renewed the First Order’s efforts to purge the GA threat from the galaxy. Locked in war, both titans have struggled to tip the scales. Now, it appears the Order stands on the brink of victory.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]Order of the Silver Jedi (SJO)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Hostile[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]With a history of intervening in First Order affairs, the Silver Jedi have proved a recurring nuisance to the cause of securing peace in the Galaxy. Analysis of recent conflicts has revealed a significant Silver Jedi presence among Galactic Alliance forces. The faction, while not technically at war, is considered an enemy of the First Order.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]Mandalorian Empire (ME)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Hostile[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Barbarians and opportunistic scavengers make up the ranks of the Mandalorian fighting forces. Their formidable warriors have repeatedly clashed with the First Order armed forces both inside and outside our borders. They are an unpredictable and dangerous if provoked.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]The Outer Rim Coalition (ORC)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Hostile[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]The ORC is a breeding ground for smugglers and outlaws, clinging to the First Order’s Eastern flank. Conflicts and clashes along the border are common, and FOSB investigation has revealed ORC support of the Alliance during the war. The ORC are dangerous, and considered enemies of the Order.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]Republic Remnant (RR)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Distrustful[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Yet another group that has aligned itself with the Alliance Bloc. The Republic Remnant has emerged from the ashes of war with a violence that has shocked the First Order, supporting the Alliance in several battles. In their position in Wild Space they pose no direct threat, but must be treated with extreme caution.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]The Confederacy of Independent Systems (CIS)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Distrustful[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]As the primary enemy of our ally, the Galactic Empire, and a member of the so-called Alliance Bloc, the CIS poses a threat to the First Order and its allies. Soldiers and commanders of the CIS have committed themselves to supporting the Alliance. However, the faction has not made any direct attacks on First Order territory or assets, and for that reason The First Order is not at war with the Confederacy.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]Commenor Systems Alliance (CSA)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Friendly[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]With a history of cooperation with the First Order, the CSA is considered a friend, but not an ally. The faction has a strict policy of neutrality, and has not aligned itself with either side of the war. They maintain trade agreements and a friendly relationship with the Order.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]The Sith Empire (TSE)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Aligned[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]The Sith, while savage and brutal in their imperialism, have proved themselves useful in aiding the First Order in its conflict with the Alliance. Their territory sits on the other side of the Galaxy, limiting direct support, but both factions have provided each other with reinforcements during the extended campaigns of the war with the Alliance.[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=14pt]The Galactic Empire (GE)[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]Aligned[/SIZE]
[SIZE=14pt]As the closest ally of the First Order, the Galactic Empire has been a pivotal ally in the campaign against the Alliance. In return, the First Order aided the Empire in the struggle over Dagobah. The Galactic Empire is also currently warring with the CIS, towards whom the First Order are officially neutral. Cooperation and sharing of assets is commonplace between the GE and FO.[/SIZE]