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In October 3306, Imperator Hadrian was critically wounded by a [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army]] hit squad that breached the command deck of Dyson City, Nova Imperium's headquarters. The NMLA had recently assassinated Prince [[Harold Duval]], and sought to eliminate all members of the [[Imperial Family]] to bring about a democratic revolution within the Empire.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5f97f9849a83e84ad16bff6d GalNet: Terrorist Hit Squad Targets Hadrian Duval]</ref> On October 28, 3306, Princess [[Aisling Duval]] arrived in Paresa aboard the [[Majestic-Class Interdictor]] INV Achenar's Courage to offer the Imperator protection and medical assistance.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5f9ffa0e7aa5715eb17897a4 GalNet: Hadrian Duval Saved by Aisling Duval's Intervention]</ref> After Hadrian recovered, he announced on November 10 that he would seek reintegration into the Imperial Family, signalling a new direction for Nova Imperium.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5faa88843c68c311823f0d4a GalNet: Hadrian Duval Seeks Reintegration with the Empire]</ref> While Emperor Arissa denied Hadrian the royal title of prince and any formal position within the Imperial Family in a decree on November 16, he was recognized as a Duval by blood and he and his followers were granted royal pardons. In addition, the [[Imperial Senate]] ratified the [[Treaty of Paresa]], which decriminalized Nova Imperium in exchange for acknowledgement of Arissa Lavigny-Duval as the Empire's rightful ruler and contributions in future operations against the NMLA.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5fb276ef5e72e1297815e02b GalNet: Emperor Decides Hadrian Duval's Status]</ref> | In October 3306, Imperator Hadrian was critically wounded by a [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army]] hit squad that breached the command deck of Dyson City, Nova Imperium's headquarters. The NMLA had recently assassinated Prince [[Harold Duval]], and sought to eliminate all members of the [[Imperial Family]] to bring about a democratic revolution within the Empire.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5f97f9849a83e84ad16bff6d GalNet: Terrorist Hit Squad Targets Hadrian Duval]</ref> On October 28, 3306, Princess [[Aisling Duval]] arrived in Paresa aboard the [[Majestic-Class Interdictor]] INV Achenar's Courage to offer the Imperator protection and medical assistance.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5f9ffa0e7aa5715eb17897a4 GalNet: Hadrian Duval Saved by Aisling Duval's Intervention]</ref> After Hadrian recovered, he announced on November 10 that he would seek reintegration into the Imperial Family, signalling a new direction for Nova Imperium.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5faa88843c68c311823f0d4a GalNet: Hadrian Duval Seeks Reintegration with the Empire]</ref> While Emperor Arissa denied Hadrian the royal title of prince and any formal position within the Imperial Family in a decree on November 16, he was recognized as a Duval by blood and he and his followers were granted royal pardons. In addition, the [[Imperial Senate]] ratified the [[Treaty of Paresa]], which decriminalized Nova Imperium in exchange for acknowledgement of Arissa Lavigny-Duval as the Empire's rightful ruler and contributions in future operations against the NMLA.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/5fb276ef5e72e1297815e02b GalNet: Emperor Decides Hadrian Duval's Status]</ref> | ||
The [[megaship]] Harmony's Shield, commanded by the [[Federation]]-aligned minor faction League of Mandu, arrived in Paresa on April 29, 3307. The development occurred amid allegations that Imperator Hadrian and his wife, Lady [[Astrid Minerva-Duval]], were leading members of the NMLA and had masterminded the terrorist group's campaign of bombings and assassinations that had started in September 3306. Although the [[Affiliated Counter-Terrorism unit]] cautioned that the allegations had not yet been investigated, the Federation, Empire, and [[Alliance]] demanded action.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6086a9eadf81213e58131544 GalNet: Neo-Marlinists Expose Hadrian Duval as NMLA Leader]</ref><ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/60894dbc996a513c643a93b5 GalNet: Hadrian Duval Refutes NMLA Allegations]</ref> The League of Mandu believed the allegations and sought to eradicate Nova Imperium in revenge for [[Nine Martyrs]]. The Empire-aligned Peraesii Empire Consulate demanded the League's withdrawal, but also pledged to purge the NMLA from Paresa. Imperator Hadrian protested his innocence, but declared that Nova Imperium would defend itself if necessary.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/608bf28ac9e22d02fc09c53d GalNet: Nova Imperium Targeted by Superpowers]</ref> The League of Mandu launched military operations on May 6, and Nova Imperium called on the Empire to honour the Treaty of Paresa and come to its defence.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6093ea1db89a2676e6791a4b GalNet: Federation Attacks Nova Imperium]</ref> | The [[megaship]] Harmony's Shield, commanded by the [[Federation]]-aligned minor faction League of Mandu, arrived in Paresa on April 29, 3307. The development occurred amid allegations that Imperator Hadrian and his wife, Lady [[Astrid Minerva-Duval]], were leading members of the NMLA and had masterminded the terrorist group's campaign of bombings and assassinations that had started in September 3306. Although the [[Affiliated Counter-Terrorism unit]] cautioned that the allegations had not yet been investigated, the Federation, Empire, and [[Alliance]] demanded action.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6086a9eadf81213e58131544 GalNet: Neo-Marlinists Expose Hadrian Duval as NMLA Leader]</ref><ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/60894dbc996a513c643a93b5 GalNet: Hadrian Duval Refutes NMLA Allegations]</ref> The League of Mandu believed the allegations and sought to eradicate Nova Imperium in revenge for [[Nine Martyrs]]. The Empire-aligned Peraesii Empire Consulate demanded the League's withdrawal, but also pledged to purge the NMLA from Paresa. Imperator Hadrian protested his innocence, but declared that Nova Imperium would defend itself if necessary.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/608bf28ac9e22d02fc09c53d GalNet: Nova Imperium Targeted by Superpowers]</ref> The League of Mandu launched military operations on May 6, and Nova Imperium called on the Empire to honour the Treaty of Paresa and come to its defence.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6093ea1db89a2676e6791a4b GalNet: Federation Attacks Nova Imperium]</ref> Media outlets across the Core Systems warned on May 11 that the conflict in Paresa could pull the Federation and Empire into a full-scale war, as the potential death of Hadrian Duval at the hands of Federal forces would demand retribution from the Emperor even if Hadrian is proven to be a terrorist.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/609a70c3766c3661556cd6c8 GalNet: Paresa Conflict Risks War Between Superpowers]</ref> | ||
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