Revolutions 11.14-The Mutual Blockade
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Feb 10, 2025 Tensions escalate between Earth and Mars after failed negotiations, leading to a dramatic standoff. The formation of the Martian Assembly marks a shift in governance, with Mabel Doar uniting Martians for self-sufficiency and a new currency. Discontent brews among workers as extraction halts, sparking the rise of the Martian Guard. Community building flourishes during a blockade, fostering morale and creating local heroes known as the 'Trifectas.' As resources dwindle, the Omnicore Board decides to resume negotiations, reflecting the deepening conflict.
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The Mutual Blockade
- Earth and Mars reached a standoff in 2247, halting trade and initiating a period of waiting.
- Each side believed the other would concede first, leading to an eight-month stalemate.
Sorting of Ships
- Earth ordered all spaceships to return, causing a division of ships between Earth and Mars.
- Some cargo ships defied orders, using smuggling tactics to reach Mars.
Wei's Defection
- Commander Wei refused to attack Cartwright's ships, leading to her defection and doubling the Martian navy's size.
- This highlighted the shared identity among spacefarers, stronger than their allegiance to Earth.