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In 3304, sometime after he had retired from the Imperial Navy, Mordanticus assumed the guise of "the Imperator" and established Nova Imperium in an effort to restore traditional Imperial values, defend the Empire against the [[Thargoid]]s, and end cooperation with the [[Federation]] and [[Alliance]]. Mordanticus also mooted replacing [[Emperor]] [[Arissa Lavigny-Duval]] with [[Hadrian Augustus Duval]], a proposal which had gained support in some Imperial circles.
In 3304, sometime after he had retired from the Imperial Navy, Mordanticus assumed the guise of "the Imperator" and established Nova Imperium in an effort to restore traditional Imperial values, defend the Empire against the [[Thargoid]]s, and end cooperation with the [[Federation]] and [[Alliance]]. Mordanticus also mooted replacing [[Emperor]] [[Arissa Lavigny-Duval]] with [[Hadrian Augustus Duval]], a proposal which had gained support in some Imperial circles.


Following the Empire's victory over Nova Imperium's fleet in the Battle of [[Paresa]] in January 3305, it was announced that Mordanticus had been captured during the fighting. He was subsequently brought before the [[Imperial Senate]] and the Emperor, where he was promptly executed by [[Senator]] [[Denton Patreus]] for treason. The Imperator's unceremonious demise marked the start of an Empire-wide purge of Nova Imperium and its sympathizers.
Following the Empire's victory over Nova Imperium's fleet in the Battle of [[Paresa]] in January 3305, it was announced that Mordanticus had been captured during the fighting. He was subsequently brought before the [[Imperial Senate]] and the Emperor, where he was promptly executed by [[Senator]] [[Denton Patreus]] for treason. The Imperator's unceremonious demise marked the start of an Empire-wide purge of Nova Imperium and its sympathizers, but Hadrian stepped up to fill the power vacuum left by his mentor, and the organisation managed to regroup and survive.
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== Timeline ==
== Timeline ==
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02 DEC 3307
*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT*<br/>A new chapter in the [[Imperial Family|Duval family's]] history has begun with the birth of [[Hadrian Augustus Duval]]'s son. The announcement was made by The [[Imperial Herald]]: "Lady [[Astrid Minerva-Duval]], wife of Hadrian Duval, has delivered a baby boy at an undisclosed secure location while under [[Imperial Senate|senatorial]] protection. The child has been named [[Hector Mordanticus Duval]]. This is in honour of Hadrian's late father [[Hector Jansen]], who was [[Emperor]] [[Hengist Duval|Hengist's]] illegitimate son, as well as Imperator Kaeso Mordanticus, who played a major role in both Hadrian and Astrid's lives. Despite Hadrian not being an official member of the Imperial Family, many citizens are jubilant at the arrival of a new Duval. The [[Imperial Palace]], Princess [[Aisling Duval]] and [[Chancellor]] [[Anders Blaine]] have all sent messages of congratulation." Praetor [[Leo Magnus]], who was Hadrian Duval's head of security, has resigned his temporary commission from [[Affiliated Counter-Terrorism unit|ACT]] to assume leadership of [[Nova Paresa]]. The faction has organised an initiative to gather rare commodities for its former leader to celebrate the historic occasion. Pilots are asked to deliver [[Chateau De Aegaeon]], [[HR 7221 Wheat]], [[Indi Bourbon]] and [[Yaso Kondi Leaf]] to Dyson City in the [[Paresa]] system. All shipments will be subject to security scanning before being redirected to a suitable location.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61a8c2dbb7edf77b734bd9f2 GalNet: Empire Celebrates Newborn Duval]</ref>
02 NOV 3307
02 NOV 3307
*The [[Empire]] has officially proclaimed [[Hadrian Augustus Duval]] and his wife Lady [[Astrid Minerva-Duval]] to be wards of the [[Imperial Senate|Senate]]. The offer of senatorial protection was made following an [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army|NMLA]] attempt to assassinate them and their unborn child by bombing Dyson City [[starport]]. Prior to being transported from the [[Paresa]] system to a secure location, Hadrian Duval sent this message: "Lady Astrid and I accepted this offer with enormous reluctance. Neither of us wish to abandon our home or loyal followers. Yet we feel it is a matter of duty to protect our family and ensure future generations of the [[Imperial Family|Duval bloodline]]. Nova Imperium will henceforth be known as [[Nova Paresa]]. It will continue to serve as a staunch ally of the Empire, as per the [[Treaty of Paresa]]. To all those who fought for our cause over the years, I assure you that history will never forget us. Memento Mordanticus!" There has been public support for Praetor [[Leo Magnus]] to assume leadership of Nova Paresa. Hadrian Duval has endorsed his former head of security taking his place, but confirmed that the title of Imperator is now defunct. In related news, [[Affiliated Counter-Terrorism unit|ACT]] stated that its investigation into the Dyson City attack has yielded results. Although details remain embargoed for security reasons, a significant breakthrough is expected to be announced soon.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/618134e7c39dca54f93f07b4 GalNet: Hadrian Duval Accepts Senate Protection]</ref>
*The [[Empire]] has officially proclaimed [[Hadrian Augustus Duval]] and his wife Lady [[Astrid Minerva-Duval]] to be wards of the [[Imperial Senate|Senate]]. The offer of senatorial protection was made following an [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army|NMLA]] attempt to assassinate them and their unborn child by bombing Dyson City [[starport]]. Prior to being transported from the [[Paresa]] system to a secure location, Hadrian Duval sent this message: "Lady Astrid and I accepted this offer with enormous reluctance. Neither of us wish to abandon our home or loyal followers. Yet we feel it is a matter of duty to protect our family and ensure future generations of the [[Imperial Family|Duval bloodline]]. Nova Imperium will henceforth be known as [[Nova Paresa]]. It will continue to serve as a staunch ally of the Empire, as per the [[Treaty of Paresa]]. To all those who fought for our cause over the years, I assure you that history will never forget us. Memento Mordanticus!" There has been public support for Praetor [[Leo Magnus]] to assume leadership of Nova Paresa. Hadrian Duval has endorsed his former head of security taking his place, but confirmed that the title of Imperator is now defunct. In related news, [[Affiliated Counter-Terrorism unit|ACT]] stated that its investigation into the Dyson City attack has yielded results. Although details remain embargoed for security reasons, a significant breakthrough is expected to be announced soon.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/618134e7c39dca54f93f07b4 GalNet: Hadrian Duval Accepts Senate Protection]</ref>