She couldn't help but smile as the various leaders and representatives began to pledge their support for her initiative. Amongst themselves, the Kiribians had been preparing for the worst case scenario where they would have to continue the fight in the sector on their own, but with the military aid of Elysian, Denon, and the CSAF on top of what was already being provided by Carida and Eshan, they could have a real force on their hands. Glancing at Elaine for a moment, she considered that it had probably been for the best that the Alderaanian noble had resisted her earlier counsel to make amends with the Organas, for she had been building up a formidable military from the other Alderaanians who had joined her in exile. If only she had raised her army sooner to resist, then things could have fared differently on Alderaan right now.
While they had no militaries forces to offer to the cause, the material aid that Queen Star and Senator Theron was just as good. Armies couldn't fight on an empty stomach after all. Between the military powers already present, they could easily lend some advisors and expeditionary forces to cover Imahaylan and Garqi in exchange for their contributions.
The members of the Red Lotus had remained mum in response to her proposal, but that was alright. She had found them fickle allies at best, so she had contingencies in place for losing their support. The Jedi Order, Silvers, and now the fledgling Knights of the Republic. Kiribi had its own elite groups especially trained for combating Force Users, and they were very good at what they did. Superior tactics and technology trumped sorcery any day.
"Thank you to all who have offered their support. By joining this Coalition, everyone will be afforded protection against our enemies. I would like to avoid direct conflict with the Mandalorians (United Clans and Empire), and keep our focus on the One Sith. With a strong show of force against the preeminent military power in the galaxy, we will make the Mandalorians think twice about encroaching on our territory."
The Mandalorians of this era were nothing like their ancestors. Aimless, having become little more than guns for hire, often for the One Sith these days. It wasn't unlike the situation with the ancient Mandalorians after being broken by Revan in the time of the Old Republic. After their double-crossing ways, the old warrior felt not a shred of sympathy for their decline.
"However, if the need does arise to engage them, then Kiribi will not hesitate. We will fight them now as we have done for the past four centuries."
"You've all offered some excellent suggestions to consider. We can explore all options in depth in future strategy sessions after today. I personally would like us to take a proactive approach against the Sith, to facilitate the Republic's coming offensive. Throughout their existence, the One Sith have been able expand with near impunity. It's time to change that now, by pressuring them at all sides. We may not be storming Coruscant ourselves, but we can give still can keep the Sith on their toes."
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