Recent content by Alistair Blagden

Alistair listened intently as Nor'baal continued to berate the Empire. The Senator was not too perturbed - he had heard this was a standard affair when negotiating with Hutts. The fact the Mogul was continuing to negotiate could almost be seen as a compliment, even. Hearing out the Cartel...

While keeping his unconcerned expression, Alistair was grinning ruefully inwardly at the Hutt's unwillingness to appear in the flesh at the peace talk. Was it a lack of respect? Agoraphobia, perhaps? The Senator could only guess, but what was clear was that a third party mediator and host was...

This conflict happened suddenly and fiercely. Alistair had only just been appointed to office when the showdown on Ossus happened, and now this conflict with the Syndicate had reared its head. While one chapter had ended with the Senate's failed motion, another had presented itself with these...

The Hutt representative spoke of deals and bargains; but Alistair knew that these would always be made to line their own pockets and never to better their citizens. The time to debate methods of government would have to wait for later, however. After a quick communication with superiors...

So it begins. Alistair stepped forward in his podium to speak. "Fellow senators, let us observe the facts of the matter at hand. While this body's Nal Hutta representative makes claims of assassination attempts and threats of genocide, these are baseless accusations with no proof presented. If...

Also having arrived early, Alistair spent his time networking and getting to know the many that were gathered beforehand. While it was true that most he greeted were not particularly of note - staff, lesser dignitaries, businessfolk - Alistair made sure his face was known nonetheless. He was...

Alistair watched the screen long after it went black, the Hutt's ultimatum hanging in the air. A wry half-grin settled on his face - his observations had been correct. A power vacuum so strong that even those outside the Empire wished to fulfill. A Hutt Mogul on the Imperial throne, however, was...

Alistair nodded in resigned agreement with Ord Mantellian Senator. It certainly was a difficult problem to tackle, and one that Alistair already knew a sound solution to; one that John would likely recoil from. Few would be eager to join the fold of the Empire. Perhaps in time. "The Jedi and...

Alistair was impressed by the comprehensive structure for a galactic defense force that John had already put together. If there was a man needed to organize such a movement, the veteran would certainly have Alistair's vote. "Ah, yes, I did see that outcome. An unfortunate demonstration of the...

Taking a sip of the beverage from his own glass, Alistair nodded at John's observations of the Republic. "Quite so. And yes, Imperial senators do have set boundaries we must follow, but otherwise we have free reign within those boundaries." Gazing out the window at the traffic flying by in the...

theme Standing in the sidelines amidst his fellow Diplomatic Corps members, Alistair adjusted his badge to be picture-perfect. While he personally believed the Empire could stand to improve its fashion sense in their uniforms, he would not be the one to bend the rules today. Especially not on a...

Pouring his guest a glass of the non-alcoholic sparkling beverage, head tilting in contemplation. A governing body? Interesting. "Peace in the galaxy - an idealist mindset, for certain, and an honourable overarching goal to have. One that swings too widely, though. Government requires...

Standing to greet his guest, Alistair took John's hand, his grip admittedly much less firm than the old veteran's. As expected. "Likewise, Senator Tyr. And please, accept a bit of Columex hospitality in return," he greeted, thankfully receiving the bourbon and offering a bottle of the most...

Alistair's office, Columex Since his recent promotion to Senator, Alistair knew that establishing rapport with the other senators was his highest priority. Disagreements on policies would arise, of course, but networking was just good business. While he had read the minutes of the recent Senate...