[ That is a message that gets his attention. Not just the message itself, but that "Count" title ... obviously not a Vor lord, but still immediately ear-pricking. He leaves it on audio despite his preference for communicating via vidscreen; it seems only fair not to give Dooku his facial expressions when he doesn't have Dooku's in return. ]
The flattery is owed to one of the imPorts who responded to my queries on the Network, I'm afraid. I believe her words were 'ambitious, and maybe too clever for his own good.'
[The Count chuckles softly.]
Is that an accurate description of what kind of man you are?
'Kitty,' yes. A most intelligent young lady, I found. She told me you have plans to build up resources to benefit the careers of imPorts who don't quite follow the path laid out by our hosts. Is this true?
Indeed I am. I am not enthusiastic of how dependent we are expected to be on those responsible for the Porter. I for one would appreciate having more choice in how to manage my affairs while I am here.
I have many abilities which might prove useful towards your cause, Admiral. But first I must know more. What are the Dendarii? Is this the name of the organization you seek to create?
On a world without space travel? Yes, I can see how that would be an obstacle. So instead, you intend to lead a group of soldiers for hire?
[Dooku sounds skeptical. He loves employing mercenaries, but helping to lead them strikes him as beneath his preferred station. Still, perhaps he can earn himself an eventual discount by making himself useful while laying the groundwork for these Dendarii.]
In some sense, yes. In others, no ... we will be rather less military for starters. Gregor and I plan to provide protection services for the natives here.
[ And this little ball of hyperactivity and insubordination is unlikely to listen to any leadership besides Gregor's, alas. ]
A noble intention. Ordinary citizens appear to be most vulnerable when caught up in our affairs. Yet what resources will this unit make available to imPorts who do not serve the government?
[That was the original reason Kitty pointed him this direction, after all.]
Precisely. The backbone of what I'd like to do to attain those resources is necessarily militaristic, but the purpose is civilian. Lodging and money, to start with, and other necessities after that. Perhaps a healer network - medical concerns are near and dear to my heart.
I understand. Your mercenary work will simply be a means to an end. And in this political climate, you could swiftly attain significant wealth.
[In a 'war' like this, there is always demand for mercenaries and bounty hunters to carry out 'deniable' acts of violence. And such specialists are always well-compensated for their dirty deeds. Dooku would know, being one of the most frequent employers of such people.]
In that case, I would be happy to assist in founding the Dendarii. While I cannot fight for you, I have significant experience with organization that could prove valuable in arranging the logistics for this new entity.
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In such a short time? You flatter me.
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[The Count chuckles softly.]
Is that an accurate description of what kind of man you are?
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Quite accurate yes. I assumed you spoke with Kitty? Or Greg?
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Are you interested, Count?
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[ Hmm. He hates to turn this into a sales pitch, but he really ought to start making real progress here. Starting with knowing what options he has. ]
What can you do, Count? The Dendarii are going to need help getting off the ground - Greg and I can't do it alone.
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[Dooku sounds skeptical. He loves employing mercenaries, but helping to lead them strikes him as beneath his preferred station. Still, perhaps he can earn himself an eventual discount by making himself useful while laying the groundwork for these Dendarii.]
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[ And this little ball of hyperactivity and insubordination is unlikely to listen to any leadership besides Gregor's, alas. ]
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[That was the original reason Kitty pointed him this direction, after all.]
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[In a 'war' like this, there is always demand for mercenaries and bounty hunters to carry out 'deniable' acts of violence. And such specialists are always well-compensated for their dirty deeds. Dooku would know, being one of the most frequent employers of such people.]
In that case, I would be happy to assist in founding the Dendarii. While I cannot fight for you, I have significant experience with organization that could prove valuable in arranging the logistics for this new entity.
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[ Exactly like bounty hunters, really. Though Miles is not much of a violent type. ]
Delighted to hear it then, Count. Greg and I will rely on your assistance.