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'''Octavia Volkov''' is a minister of the [[Marlinist Colonies]]. As with all Marlinists, she was a citizen of the [[Empire]] who advocated reforming it into a democracy in accordance with the republican ideals of [[Marlin Duval|Marlinism]]. In late 3306, she was [[Marlinist refugee crisis|forced to flee]] her home for [[Federation|Federal]] territory with millions of other Marlinists to escape persecution. After the founding of the Marlinist Colonies, Volkov was elected the leader of the Exiled Marlinist Assembly of Baltah'Sine and became a minister in the new Marlinist Parliament. Volkov is a proponent of maintaining the Marlinist Colonies' independence, rather than eventually reconciling with the Empire or pressuring the Empire to reform, and she also vocally opposes the [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army]].
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== Timeline ==
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09 AUG 3307
*The bombing of two [[Marlinist Colonies|Marlinist]] starports by the [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army|NMLA]] has caused political rifts and public protests across the colony systems. Local newsfeed The [[Marlin Standard]] reported on current events: "Our entire society is still reeling in shock after last week's attacks against Stillman Hub and Tilman Point stations. There has been mass panic in fear of further terrorist strikes, with unprecedented scenes of violence against known Neo-Marlinist supporters. Without the respected leadership of First Minister [[Jenna Fairfax]], angry exchanges and recriminations have divided the Marlinist Parliament. Minister [[Aaron Whyte]] claimed that 'we invited this tragedy upon ourselves' by not voting for a Neo-Marlinist prime consul. In response, Minister Octavia Volkov called for Whyte's arrest as 'an accessory to mass murder'. Some community leaders expressed sorrow at a lost opportunity to establish a Marlinist presence in the [[Imperial Senate]]. This is certainly the view of Acting First Minister [[Amrita Ross]], who believes in rejoining the [[Empire]]. All of which has led to a baptism of fire for Prime Consul [[Kayode Tau]], whose focus has been on arranging medical aid from the [[Alliance]] and [[Federation]]. It may be that the [[Marlinist Consulate]] will soon be called upon to mediate between its own people."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/611118de443b5e7e717e2882 GalNet: Tensions Inflamed in Marlinist Colonies]</ref>
22 JUN 3307
*The Marlinism Reformation Party, which now represents the Neo-Marlinist fringe, has suggested a peace deal between the [[Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army|NMLA]] and the [[Empire]]. Minister [[Aaron Whyte]] explained the proposal during a session of the Marlinist Parliament: "Via anonymous intermediaries, we have received assurances that the Neo-Marlinist Liberation Army is keen to take advantage of our representation. I see this as a hugely positive step that will prevent further conflict. In essence, the NMLA is offering reparations for the unfortunate casualties of its anti-authority activities within the Empire. In return, it requests a permanent presence in the [[Imperial Senate]] as a means of continuing political dialogue." Many other parliamentarians considered the proposal to be highly controversial. Minister Octavia Volkov declared: "Providing the NMLA with a political wing, pretending they are reasonable people, suggesting they could pay off the families of everyone they've murdered... Whyte, you are an insult not just to Marlinism but to all humanity!" First Minister [[Jenna Fairfax]] called for unity, insisting that the [[Marlinist Colonies]] must stand together to ensure their survival. However, she has officially requested that the Marlinism Reformation Party reverses its stance on negotiating with the NMLA.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/60d2138f3c0f0e223a516e65 GalNet: NMLA Makes Political Overtures]</ref>
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