[quote]Roger that. We'll send escorts. [/quote] Two [url=https://i.imgur.com/lJnVUr2_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium]light mechs[/url] came in to escort the convoy through the first few lines of defense. Despite their recent arrival, these new forces had already dug out trenches and weapon emplacements, and massive turrets converted from the Corvette's point-defense grid lined the perimeter of the mountain base. The base itself was converted from the hull and interior of the Strident, and had been seamlessly integrated into the mountainside through what was presumably mining technology. Eventually, the convoy was led in front of a man, flanked by five guards armed with chemrails. "Alright gentlemen," he said, in what resembled an American accent, "let's get to business. I'm Lt. Major Frank Hudson, and I'm currently the only person certified for diplomacy who also speaks English." He seemed much more laid back then the previous soldiers that the convoy had seen, all of who seemed extremely reserved and professional.