"I agree with my Abel on most parts, though i say we request that the shrines and chapels should be some of the first to get up, citizens need to be inspired, and they need to be reminded that apathy, laxity and lazyness is sin, and only through hard work and pain may they be pure"
Cain continued shortly after Abel had finished, Cain was growing weary of just sitting here, these people seemed to all have pre set their minds, it would be alot better when they joined the red redemption.

Watching intently into the Prefects eyes as she returned the gesture, he clasped just long enough to give a firm ironclad grip before releasing and returning his attention to the main collection of bodies. Thinking over the Mechanicus officials words, he would no doubt be keeping a closer eye on them for his experience had showed they were nothing except for secretive and manipulative...in fact just the thought caused old wounds to flare briefly causing the most miniature of twitches of the jawline that was almost impossible to detect.

Turning to address the first sign of doubt, the Judge smiled humorlessly as his entire fixation was focused solely unto the first exclamation of fear from the Imperial Guard.

"General, surely you as a man who is in charge of numerous souls knows that this universe is hostile. That our problems will be many and that even if we were to settle unto one point of interest first, that no one planet will suffice for our needs. The primary reason is this: preliminary scans have revealed it to be a harsh environment that contains both the suitable arrangement for rapid constructions and the raw materials to sustain most of its needs. Securing this moon will yield some mineral resources we may not be able to find on the main planetoids as well as an additional source of water upon which we may allocate where needed. Vice versa, the forest world has the landmass to ensure there is ample room to expand and support agriculture to supply both with the food needed to sustain our deployment zones."

"But I will be frank in that the reason for this is that the separation of our forces will be as a precaution in that we do not yet know exactly what we are warping into. Despite our intelligence unto the matter, the records we have are ancient and conditions may have changed. Rather than risking the full deployment of our forces unto what would be the primary choice for our needs, we will deploy only half at first before fully committing. There is no telling if we may have been beaten to our prize, and surely you would not risk all of your men on an opportunity with so many variables. No, this plan of action is the most sensible until our arrival in system and further intelligence is gathered."

"This meeting is but a preliminary guideline. No plan has ever survived first contact with reality and I do not expect this one to be no different. We will stay the course until conditions prove the data we have now otherwise. Remember, to what do we ask from the Emperor? But how we may give our lives. The comforts we may desire our not of the primary concern, establishing a firm beach head is."

Leaving that last line with emphasis, his thoughts drifted back to the contents of the document and the latest news from Segmentum Command to whom very few were given the privilege to see. Bracing for the worst would be the most wise choice and there was no room for second guessing. After a few moments deliberation as the others thought over his response, he turned to address the representatives from the Ecclessiarchy.

"'The strength of the Emperor is Humanity, and the strength of Humanity is the Emperor. If one turns from the other we shall all become the Lost and the Damned.' Sermon of Sebastion Thor, I believe you would agree with me on that. Or perhaps the words of Confessor Ganinimus? 'Prayer may cleanse the soul, but pain cleanses the body. Both are necessary for the survival of humanity.' Fear not to whom and where you shall shepherd your flock to Him on Terra, worry about what will happen when prayers are truly needed...remember the words of Herman Colt for 'though (we) journey from this world to the next (we) shall falter not, for the Emperor is (our) God.'"

Abel grinned fully in response to that. "Well put Sir, very well put. As I've said wherever we go and whatever we have his word shall be carried out and our duties tackled with all our hearts. But before I become a broken vox bead I won't delay our meeting with further rhetoric. I believe we're still lacking further opinions upon whom shall take over governance. Of course the environs of this room and general tension make it difficult, if one should feel so humble as to avoid nominating themselves yet believes fit for the role do speak up, present your case with care and it shall be heard. "

Daimon nodded to the Judge. " You have made good points on serveral accounts. Don't let it be said I don't take words of wisdom. I agree that we should have some splitting. I just wondered why moon over planet. I feel we should have serveral scenarios built into our planning. Another consideration is how spread out on these planets, moons are our settlements going to be spread. " He showed no fear or even a bit of being intimidated by this humorless man. As for his few men there was some whispers but they acted with the training of stormtroopers and harden vets. To his aids he commented, " I want full deployment readiness at Battalion and Company level. Also WARNO for serveral companies to break out heavy winter gear. More percise choices when we have our staff meeting afterwards."

@PorOborosCain "Aye Admiral, you can count on my ship and my men to get the job done. By the Emperor, it shall be so," Jannika replied to her commanding officer before others chimed in. The suggestions made by Rahl gave her an idea and she continued, although this time speaking to all the representatives.

@CommissarGaunt @TechCaptain @High_Adept_Zeth @Mechiaus @matt23 @Vulpas @GoreWrencha
"Judge Rahl, if I can make a suggestion. Let the Imperial Guard and Lord General be escorted to the Forest World by my colleague Mathius. His ship is well-suited for providing orbital support and I'm sure he'd be thrilled to work with the Hammer of the Emperor once again."

"On the other hand, I volunteer for escorting Mechanicum assets to those two moons and providing support in case an enemy fleet shows up while I'm sure they can easily deal with whatever they might find on the Lunar type moon. Now, I suggest you and your men coming along with us for the ride and while cog-b..I mean servants of the Omnissiah are busy with doing their own secretive stuff, we go and scout the Ice Moon in order to see if we can make a base there or not. Knight Dale here and his Sacristan are already comfortable with us back on "Durandal" so I guess they can add their own bodies to the fray in this mission, if they wish so that is. Also, I'll lend my own men for this," she pointed at the squad of soldiers back at the door, "Don't let the uniforms fool you, we've been through quite a lot and they are more then capable of dealing with whatever that ice hole throws at us."

@DeranVendar
Mathius thought a moment as he made a few more notes. "Being the types of person I am, I have to bring up a possible alternative. Perhaps a Council would be best?"

@TechCaptain @Colapse
Mathius nodded to Jannika, "It is as she says Lord General. My ships shall be at your disposal whenever the plan is decided."

"I have no opposition to such plans Captain Oswald but such deployment plans will not be laid in stone as of yet. Once we warp in system and make sure that we are unopposed will such movements be possible. In addition once this meeting is adjourned, I would suggest a secondary meeting for all fleet elements as to the deployment strategy once translation has been achieved."

Checking the chronometer, he begins to make his way towards the exit without another word. Every Enforcer he passes takes their leave as well as they are passed until all are collected at the entrance. Turning once to address those gathered, he bows slightly before speaking.

"Apologies but my attentions are required elsewhere. I trust that any further concerns can be forwarded to my aide, Proctor Tromwell."

"Adeptus Arbites, with me."

Justicar Rahl states matter-of-fact before the doors open and the entire group departs leaving the deliberations without another word. The last sight is of the Chief Justicar donning his power armours helmet and the fickle activation of an energized weapon field as the doors seal shut once again.

Silon didn't bother to even try eavesdropping High Adepts conversation, fully aware his understanding of Techna-Lingua was sub-par. He sat calmly through the meeting, focusing on his role of listener for it was not his place to express his own opinions. For what others cared, he was some Courtier to Master Orion. That was until Captain Oswald addressed him by his rank and standing. Not that it was hardly a secret, but edge is always edge and others prejudiced expectation of role of old noble could have proven useful.

Nevertheless, he nods to Jannika upon mention of his and Master Orion's name. Young Master has been silent so far, will this loosen his tongue? He has not expressed his mind to him yet either, so hearing what Orion thinks after seeing the world interest Silon as well.

@Colapse
Gale had been silent most of the briefing listening to ideas, Upon hearing Jannika suggesting him aid force he smiled. "I am willing to aid wherever I be needed with the Scouting force with the permission of the general and the forces going, having support that can handle bigger beasts that may possibly live on these worlds would help with the scouting force, If they run into any beasts the size of a knight" Gale said happy to lend aid where it was need.

"Upon learning what there is on the planets and how we will deal with it will be important on how we decide upon how we use the resources we have. For who should lead this world after we get the colony established, I know of no one with prior knowledge commanding a world, The job itself is much different I hear requiring multiple skills sets and considerations from each branch of the imperium. For now I think its best to see what is on our worlds before the colonists arrive." Gale said adding in on the conversation on who was to rule.

@Vulpas
Mathius turned to Gale, "I have a few Tetrarch Heavy Landers on my ship that should be able to accommodate your equipment plus a few troops. Though should you have some free time later, and you feel the desire to humor my curiosity, I would like to speak with you. No hurry of course, as we are not going anywhere anytime soon." He made a few more notes in his journal before nodding to Gale.