Dawn of the Republic: Corporate Alliance

[Aleksandr]

Since I've heard several people showing interest in making companies, such as shipyards, the IGBC, the Trade Federation, etc, I got an idea. Since there are not very many of us anyway, we might as well merge into one faction. We could create a sort of Corporate Alliance, which would be a guild of different galactic corporations and business interests. With much of the galaxy not being under anyone's control, there would be a lot of room for a Corporate Alliance to expand and build its sphere of influence.

I have come with some of the basic information on the faction. The organization would be led by the Alliance Directorate, which will include several Magistrates, each representing a different company that is a member of the Corporate Alliance. There would also be a military arm known as the Collections and Security Division, which could also work with mercenary groups. It came into being when several large companies decided to merge together for security against pirates and other threats, to defend their interests.

The faction could provide people with the opportunity to be businessmen and political leaders, soldiers and mercenaries, as well as other occupations.

Would anyone be interested in a faction like this?

@Hatebackwards @Romaar Sancolt @Blackfyre

 

[Nor'baal]

I would be interested in seeing how this develops - as such an association would be very interesting to see I think. Would the magistrates act a members of the Galactic Senate as well? One way this could be done perhaps is by asking the admins about how possible it would be to collapse this into the senate faction itself - as the corporate representatives!

 

[Loco]

I don't necessarily have any interest in joining, but I have to say it's nice to see all these groups trying to come together as sort of conglomerates rather than just make it as an Indie Faction that would be too small to sustain itself and would inevitably die.

I support the concept.

 

[Mr.BossMan]

I agree with Loco on this.

I like how all the factions are starting to rely upon each other next timeline.

We have the criminal Syndicate, This, and the Senate its self. Which is awesome.

So ya, i hope this gets off the ground, good luck man.

 

[Dunbar Snackbar]

I think it would be good if we are all merged together. I have been working on a logo and write up of what I was thinking for the IGBC. Would it be beneficial for me to post what I have in here so we can see how that could merge into a larger faction?

 

[Aleksandr]

I would be interested in seeing how this develops - as such an association would be very interesting to see I think. Would the magistrates act a members of the Galactic Senate as well? One way this could be done perhaps is by asking the admins about how possible it would be to collapse this into the senate faction itself - as the corporate representatives!

Not all of them. I imagine that the Corporate Alliance will be represented in the Senate by one senator who is appointed by the Directorate (but is not a Magistrate himself), similarly to how the Trade Federation had its own representative in the Senate in the prequels.

I think it would be good if we are all merged together. I have been working on a logo and write up of what I was thinking for the IGBC. Would it be beneficial for me to post what I have in here so we can see how that could merge into a larger faction?

Yes, you can go ahead and post it here. I'll do a write up for the Corporate Alliance itself soon, and list our member companies.

 

[Dunbar Snackbar]

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[fancybox2] The InterGalactic Banking Clan has been the mainstay of galaxy’s economics for many millenia. In doing so, the IGBC has been responsible for funding some of the greatest wars the galaxy has ever seen. As the galaxy again falls into turmoil, the propagation of war brings the potential financial benefit and territorial expansion to all of the members of the banking.

Because the IGBC is this largest repository of financial wealth within the galaxy, the IGBC will need to work with the main factions and the independent factions to offer loans, manage financial transactions and provide other economic services as needed. Some of these services however may not be publily recognized by the IGBC or its affiliates.

As with all economic ventures, there is a level of risk. The greater the risk however, the greater the potential reward. The IGBC’s Core Five will be tasked with protecting the economy of the galaxy and the interests of the IGBC; violently if necessary.
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Anyone can find a position that fits them within the IGBC and we wish to have people of all talents join the ranks. However, the upper echelons of the IGBC contain some of the smartest economic minds in the galaxy. The IGBC is run by a group of five individuals called the Core Five. Their responsibilities and job titles are listed below:

CHAIRMAN OF THE BANKING CLAN​

The Chairman of the Banking Clan oversees the operations of the clan. As such, he/she is responsible for ensuring that there are always duties for the other chairs to be active in. The chair will also bring propositions to the other chairman to decide upon collectively. The Chairman is also tasked with ensuring the services of the Banking Clan are running effectively and will administer them as needed.

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OOC: This isn't the faction leader you are looking for. You can go about your business. Move Along.

VICE-CHAIR OF SECURITIES AND COLLECTIONS DIVISION​

With the large amount of loans throughout the galaxy, there are individuals, companies and governments who will default on their payments. The penalty for defaulting on your debt is the repossession of assets and collateral. It is the job of this Vice-Chair to ensure we receive what is rightfully ours. They will be tasked with a number of military grade assets to ensure their needs are met.

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OOC: This will be the main military wing of the Banking Clan. This position will be the admiral of the fleet and also be responsible for taking part/creating mission that are very combat oriented.

VICE-CHAIR OF COMMUNICATIONS
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The IGBC works closely with the main factions as we help finance their missions. This position will also work with the Republic and the Sith to ensure their needs are met and communicate our goals. They will work closely with the senators (as our senate liason) as well to ensure that the economic interests of the galaxy are taken care of.

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OOC: This position will be responsible for bribing, assassinating or influencing senators in the galactic senate. They will also ensure our legal needs are met.

VICE-CHAIR OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS​

Smaller factions are important as well. Some factions may require the use of our secure vaults to store their spoils. The IGBC will never question ask about the legality how certain assets were acquired, but we will ask for how much you are willing to pay to keep it safe.

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OOC: This would be the person that would work with crime syndicates or other independent factions performing black ops missions getting contraband, illegal cargo and hiding numbers from larger governments and organizations.

VICE-CHAIR OF DEVELOPMENT​

A business that is not growing is truly dying. This position will be responsible for looking into new revenue streams (which may be acquired by force) for the IGBC. This position would also work with new companies and individuals to ensure their financial needs are met.

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OOC: This role is similar to the Vice Chair of Securities and Collection in that it will be supplied with military assets but this will RP with a focus on acquiring untapped financial opportunities.

OPERATIVES
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Each position within the IGBC will be in need of operatives of various talents to assist in our efforts. Applications for these position are always being accepted for this. Previous financial experience is welcomed but is not by any means required
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[fancybox4="http://s4.postimg.org/7j4rw5x4t/Credits1.png"] The IGBC strives to be a corporate partner that works with the community. As such, we want to let you how we can help you and your organization. The following services are offered by the IGBC to all clients regardless of species or political affiliation. You may contact the Chairman of the Banking Clan for more information about any of these services.

Galactic Stock Market:
The Galactic Stock Market is a way to easily increase your earnings. Store your money with us and you will have a good chance of having more money than you did during your initial deposit.

Galactic Lottery:
For 100 credits a ticket. Anyone may enter into the IGBC lottery. Every month, the IGBC will hold a random drawing for those who have entered into the lottery with 2 people will receiving winnings based on the total pot. The more people that participate, the higher the winnings!

Secure Vault Access:
For a small fee, the IGBC will store valuable of various types in one of their many vaults throughout the galaxy. The security of our customer's belongings are of the utmost importance. We will make sure anything you trust us to hold will be protected. For a small price of course.

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[Dunbar Snackbar]

Hopefully this helps with what I was thinking. Be aware that this was just the start of what I was going to put together. I was waiting to hear more about indie factions in a future announcement.

There seems to be some similarities to what others are thinking for their factions. That's good! :) That means we already have an idea of what a larger faction with all of us could look like.

Just a heads up, the five positions that I put in here were strategic as we have a position that focuses outward, inward, working with the main factions, the independent factions and the senate. I am worried that it might be hard to have five people doing those things so I still support a merger between all of us.

Perhaps I just make a character who is head of the banking clan, another can be head of the trade federation etc but all together and having perks in different areas. I think if we all pool our resources we have the potential to rival some of the main factions. The economics of it all could do a lot to sway the overall outcome of things in this timeline IMO.

I am interested to see where this all goes with you all!

 

[Aleksandr]

It looks good. However, I am wondering, will all of the member companies have their own separate organizations and members, or will we all have a strong central organization in order to have as much unity as possible?

I like your idea of different high ranking members of the Alliance creating their characters affiliated to different member-companies, such as a head of the IGBC, head of the Trade Federation, etc. But I think all lower-ranking characters should be members of the Corporate Alliance itself rather than one of its companies, and maybe join one of them as they reach higher ranks.

 

[Commissar Brett]

This is already the idea I was going for with the Aegean Sector and the Aegean Alliance. If you'd like to marry the ideas, I'd be glad to help.

 

[Aleksandr]

What are your ideas for an Aegean Alliance? Also a guild of businesses?

 

[Commissar Brett]

What are your ideas for an Aegean Alliance? Also a guild of businesses?

Well, we essentially want a corporate alliance much like a slightly more militarised Trade Federation. Essentially seeking our own "Republic", or even a loose Confederacy. Check out the thread and I'm sure you can tie the ideas together in your own head better than I can explain it.

 

[Kiro]

This is already the idea I was going for with the Aegean Sector and the Aegean Alliance. If you'd like to marry the ideas, I'd be glad to help.

Not to be a stick in the mud here, Bratt, but I doubt you'd be allowed to make an Indie faction that speaks for or controls an entire sector of space. As that's far larger than a star system, when Indie factions aren't even allowed to control individual planets.

 

[Dunbar Snackbar]

@Aleksandr I agree with you there man (with the lower tier being underneath the unified faction). IGBC, Trade Federation heads and what not could just be positions on the high council or something. All throwing their weight into the collective pot.

I am kind of at a loss on which way is best for a strong central organization or a loose affiliation. One the one hand, it would be easier for us to do things with a central organization but each organization is typically corrupt and concerned with their own interests. It would be hard to have them all giving up their power for one central authority. Just my thoughts amigo.

 

[Commissar Brett]

Not to be a stick in the mud here, Bratt, but I doubt you'd be allowed to make an Indie faction that speaks for or controls an entire sector of space. As that's far larger than a star system, when Indie factions aren't even allowed to control individual planets.

No no no, you all keep missing the point of the Aegean Sector.

IT'S LIKE DAEDALUS!!!!
No one controls it!

 

[Kiro]

No no no, you all keep missing the point of the Aegean Sector.

IT'S LIKE DAEDALUS!!!!
No one controls it!

Except Daedalus was a privately funded SPACE STATION. Not an entire SECTOR of space, which can comprise multiple star systems and numerous inhabited planets. It could be neutral because it wasn't a planet, it wasn't the permanent home to a culture or a world with resources and locations for military staging ground or anything, nevermind, as said, a sector with TONS of planets.

And, as we don't know WHERE the Republic's borders are going to be drawn, Aegan could be deep within Republic space.

 

[Outlander]

Except Daedalus was a privately funded SPACE STATION. Not an entire SECTOR of space, which can comprise multiple star systems and numerous inhabited planets. It could be neutral because it wasn't a planet, it wasn't the permanent home to a culture or a world with resources and locations for military staging ground or anything, nevermind, as said, a sector with TONS of planets.

And, as we don't know WHERE the Republic's borders are going to be drawn, Aegan could be deep within Republic space.

I'd also like to point out that Brett has already indicated that he plans on placing his faction in the system.

 

[Kiro]

IT'S LIKE DAEDALUS!!!!
No one controls it!

I'd also like to point out that Brett has already indicated that he plans on placing his faction in the system.

Nobody controls it... except Brett's faction inside said uncontrolled space, hmm?

 

[Outlander]

Nobody controls it... except Brett's faction inside said uncontrolled space, hmm?

I'd also like to point out several instances in the past where Brett or members acting with Brett have created areas with unusual or abnormal geographies to gain power:
- Sirius Primaris (Archived, Approved)
- Titanicus(Thread Archived)
- Canteras Prime(Archived)

 

[Aleksandr]

Can this argument be done on Brett's thread instead of our Corporate Alliance one?

Anyway, @Romaar Sancolt, I think we ought to have a central authority, with the Magistrates perhaps electing one of their number to be a sort of chairman of the Alliance, or make an NPC chairman. At very least, we ought to have a united military force.