Epic Mission Arc: Penumbra
Mission 1.5: A General's Best Friend
Overview
Mission type: Combat, Arc Mission
Recommended Damage: Kinetic / Thermal
Recommended Resists: Thermal / Kinetic / EM
System: Poinen (0.6)
Station: Poinen IV - Moon 13 - Nugoeihuvi Corporation development Studio
Deadspace: Yes - Liekuri (0.6) - 1 jump
Previous Mission I: Mission 1.4.1.8: Untouchable
Previous Mission II: Mission 1.4.2.1.1.2: The Crimson Decoy
Previous Mission III: Mission 1.4.2.2.1: Pre-Emptive Opportunities
Next Mission: Mission 2.1: Meet Sinas
Mission Briefing
"Ah, welcome back. Word filtered back to me that Hyasyoda investigation came to an abrupt and explosive halt. Good work.
Now that we're clear, we're free to pursue that matter I mentioned earlier. There was someone I wanted you to meet. I'm afraid I can't do it myself; he and I must be careful not to be associated with one another. This is not for any good reason, <char_name>, it is simply the way our judgmental world works. A Caldari Navy officer of his kind cannot afford the rumors that a friendship with me brings. You will learn though, in time, how little truth there is to them. You've already shown a great capacity to see through the surface of things, to the heart. You wouldn't be here still if that wasn't the case.
My friend's name is Sinas Egassuo. He is a man in a similar position to me, working quietly in the engine room, seeking results, not glory. He too, works as an Advisor, and almost every important operation undertaken by our Navy in the last decade bears his imprint. You will hear talk of Caldari patriots in your time in your time in the State, and doubtless already have. This man is a living definition of one.
You will find him somewhere around Josameto, just look for the Caldari Navy compound in the system, and be careful. He may not be known and loved by the Caldari people, but the leadership of the Gallente Navy is well acquainted with him and his work, and has long wanted him dead. His outfit deals with assassins and bounty hunters on a daily basis. Expect nothing less when you find the compound.
Oh, and if his surname seems familiar that's because you've properly met his sister. She works as a capsuleer liaison for the Navy's Command Division in Motsu. I wouldn't mention anything about her though; sisters are a sore spot for him."
Objective
Find Sinas Egassuo and speak with him.
Enemies
There is only one wave waiting for you cloaked:
6x Battleships (Gallente Navy Sin)
10x Cruiser (Gallente Navy Arazu)
5x Frigate (Gallente Navy Nemesis)
Please note: These Gallentian ships do not cause a standing hit.
Completion
Toras Egassuo
"You best explain what it is you're doing here, pilot, apart from getting shot by Gallente. That was a nice move uncovering them, but you still need to explain your presence. Immediately.
Someone will be waiting for you at the Outpost."
Sinas Egassuo
"Katsen old friend! What’s with the new ride? I thought you hated those ships?
Err, wait a second. Who exactly the hell are you? Katsen didn’t tell me... oh, never mind. You’re that egger he’s been working with. Right, yes... I see now.
Listen, I need you to talk with Katsen again. Tell him that I need fifty million ISK. I was going to ask him in person but obviously he’s not here for that. And no, I can’t speak over FTL with him myself, too risky to be... well, it’s complicated. Just open up comms with him, you needn’t travel back to Poinen."
Katsen Isha
"He wants fifty million ISK? Hmm, it worries me when a Caldari Navy officer with an almost limitless budget asks for money, usually means he needs to do something off the books.
Alright, tell Sinas the ISK is on its way. I want you to work with him on whatever he's got going on. You can keep an eye on how he's spending all that money while you're at it."
Rewards
Reward: 5,000,000 credits.
Bonus Reward: 1,990,000 if completed within 6 hours.
Total: 6,990,000 credits.
Additional Information
The Patriot Faction
The patriot faction has become increasingly influential since the breakdown in relations with the Federation. The patriots are led by the mighty Kaalakiota Corporation although Lai Dai and Wiyrkomi are often just as vocal in their beliefs. The patriots cultivate the Caldari heritage, reminisce about the great Raata Empire of old and joyously celebrate the reclamation of their homeworld, Caldari Prime.