Session #4: The Chase

General Summary

ISB AFTER-ACTION REPORT

Designation: ISB-AAR-4:4:18-BLACKSTAR-SEWER-INCIDENT

Classification: CONFIDENTIAL – IMPERIAL EYES ONLY

Originating Authority: Imperial Security Bureau, Operations Division

Filed By: Agent REDACTED

Subject: Pursuit and Capture of Rebel Sniper – Veylenport Sewer Network, Derra IV

Incident Summary

On 4:4:18 ABY, Crucible Squadron (Troopers Althenon, Seraya, and Korin), under the temporary command of Sgt. Vox, conducted a pursuit operation following the earlier insurgent ambush within Veylenport. The squad tracked the fleeing Twi’lek sniper into a derelict structure, breached through a garage entry, and subsequently pursued the suspect through the city’s sewer network. Engagements occurred at multiple points underground, culminating in the sniper’s capture. The squad sustained moderate injuries during the operation. Upon return to garrison, the prisoner was interrogated by ISB personnel, leading to revelations of compromised data and the reassignment of Crucible Squadron under direct ISB authority.

Sequence of Events

Initial Entry:

• Following medical attention for non-critical wounds, squad tracked sniper to a nearby structure.
• Entry achieved via demolition charge on garage wall; building cleared room by room.
• Sewer access discovered partially concealed beneath loose flooring.

Sewer Pursuit:

• Squad entered tunnel system; triggered pressure plate detonite charge upon entry, collapsing route of retreat.
• Proceeded through tunnels with extreme caution, encountering limited resistance and environmental hazards.
• Located makeshift Rebel hideout: bedroll, refuse, half-repaired blaster, and functioning comlink broadcasting recorded Rebel manifesto.
• Sgt. Vox ordered transmission terminated, citing it as enemy propaganda.

Subterranean Engagement:

• Encountered lone Abednedo insurgent armed with heavy mining cannon; enemy neutralized with minimal resistance.
• Observed small creature (Merqaal), non-hostile; dismissed as non-relevant fauna.
• Discovered multiple welded hatches; navigated to large refuse compactor chamber.

Sniper Apprehension:

• Located Twi’lek sniper concealed within access tunnel above compactor.
• Exchange of fire: Seraya sustained minor injury.
• Korin provided suppressive fire; Seraya deployed concussion grenade, incapacitating suspect.
• Sniper captured alive, disarmed, and secured.

Extraction & Return:

• Squad escorted prisoner to surface via maintenance ladder; encountered secondary Stormtrooper detachment, who coordinated shuttle retrieval.
• Sniper and recovered equipment (encrypted datapad, Rebel gear) transferred to ISB control upon arrival at Blackstar Garrison.

Interrogation & Outcome:

• ISB interrogation conducted by Agent Major Mallory, supported by KX-series droid.
• KX unit applied enhanced interrogation protocol; subject’s resistance broken.
• Prisoner terminated by droid upon conclusion of questioning.
• Decrypted datapad revealed unspecified but sensitive intelligence breach.
• Major Mallory reassigned Crucible Squadron to his personal ISB attachment, effective immediately.
• Major Mallory confronted Sgt. Vox in infirmary; witness statements confirm he was incapacitated by stun bolt and taken into ISB custody for questioning.

Post-Incident:

• Remaining squad members dismissed to barracks for recovery.
• Noted signs of stress, fatigue, and psychological strain among all troopers following events.
• Following morning: routine physical training; observation of elite Phase II Dark Trooper unit operating within garrison.

Casualties & Losses

• Imperial:
• Sgt. Vox: Apprehended by ISB, pending investigation.
• Trooper Seraya: Minor blaster injury.
• Troopers Althenon and Korin: Previously recorded injuries stable.
• No fatalities.

Rebel:

Assessment

• Operational Effectiveness: Crucible Squadron displayed commendable discipline and initiative despite lack of full command structure. Pursuit and capture of high-value insurgent demonstrated adaptability and tactical coordination.
• Security Breach: Presence of encoded Imperial data on captured Rebel equipment indicates ongoing internal leak. Further investigation under ISB oversight warranted.
• Psychological Impact: Extended exposure to subterranean combat and ISB interrogation aftermath resulted in fatigue and lowered morale indicators.
• Command Status: Sgt. Vox’s detainment and Major Mallory’s direct assumption of control confirm ISB intent to absorb Crucible Squadron as an operational intelligence asset.

Recommendations

1. Full debriefing and mental evaluation of Crucible Squadron before next deployment.
2. Secure audit of garrison communications to locate point of data compromise.
3. Reinforce urban patrols and civilian monitoring within lower districts.
4. Restrict dissemination of interrogation outcomes to ISB personnel only.
5. Formal integration of Crucible Squadron into Major Mallory’s ISB detachment authorized by Imperial Command.

Reassignment Orders

Effective immediately, Crucible Squadron (Althenon, Seraya, Korin,) is reassigned to ISB Major Mallory’s Special Operations Attachment, Blackstar Regiment, Derra IV.

Operational oversight transferred from Army Command to ISB Intelligence Division, Derra Sector.

Report Filing

Filed By: ISB Agent REDACTED

Clearance: Level Aurek – Eyes Only

Distribution: ISB Central Command | Derra IV ISB Division | Imperial Army High Command | Blackstar Regiment Command