Session #6: The Siege of Veylenport Aftermath

General Summary

ISB AFTER-ACTION REPORT

Designation: ISB-AAR-4:5:11-BLACKSTAR-CLASSIFIED-REDEPLOYMENT

Classification: IMPERIAL EYES ONLY – MAXIMUM RESTRICTION (OMEGA PROTOCOL)

Originating Authority: Imperial Security Bureau, Operations Division

Filed By: Agent REDACTED

Subject: Post-Starport Recovery, Intelligence Review, and Redeployment to Classified Imperial Installation

Incident Summary

Following recovery from the Veylenport Starport engagement, Crucible Squadron (Althenon, Seraya, Korin) was recalled by ISB Major Mallory for intelligence review and reassignment. Inspection of encrypted data recovered from the starport’s damaged AA control terminal revealed that the attacks on Derra IV were part of a coordinated diversion designed to distract Imperial forces long enough for a Rebel infiltration team to board an Imperial transport and extract classified plans for an unidentified installation.

Based on this intelligence breach, Crucible Squadron was reassigned to a classified theater of operations, transported via Imperial Star Destroyer to a restricted system containing a major Imperial engineering project. Upon arrival, the squad witnessed a massive concentration of Imperial naval assets and an enormous incomplete battle station under construction. The squad was deployed to a nearby moon to reinforce Blackstar Regiment elements already stationed there. Their immediate assignment was reconnaissance of a bunker detected by TIE patrols.

Sequence of Events

Debriefing and Intelligence Review:

• Crucible Squadron summoned to Major Mallory’s office.
• Mallory conducted review of prior engagement, requesting clarification on tactical specifics.
• Squadron transported with Mallory to Veylenport Starport, where ISB inspection team was analyzing recovered data.

Key Intelligence Discovery:

• Encrypted recording recovered from damaged AA turret control node.
• Recording indicated:
• All Derra IV attacks formed a diversionary strategy.
• Purpose: draw Blackstar Regiment and Imperial defenses away from primary target.
• Main Rebel objective: infiltrate Imperial transport and acquire plans for unknown Imperial installation.
• Threat evaluation elevated to high priority by ISB.

Redeployment Orders:

• Crucible Squadron notified of immediate reassignment to classified location.
• Directed to retrieve all equipment and report to shuttle bay for departure.

Transit:

• Squadron transported via shuttle to a Victory-class Star Destroyer.
• Vessel entered hyperspace to restricted system.

Arrival in Classified System:

• Upon arrival, squad observed massive Imperial naval formation including:
• 9 Imperial I-class Star Destroyers
• 6 Victory-class Star Destroyers
• Multiple Gozanti-class cruisers
• 1 Executor-class Super Star Destroyer
• All assembled around an immense, incomplete orbital battle station of unprecedented scale.
• Security classification confirmed as OMEGA—highest available to ISB field units.

Deployment to Moon Outpost:

• Shuttle proceeded to small moon in orbit of the battle station.
• Crucible Squadron disembarked and reported to Blackstar Command detachment.
• Command briefing indicated ongoing missions by multiple Blackstar squads.

Mission Assignment:

• Crucible Squadron tasked with reconnaissance of bunker structure identified by TIE patrol during routine sweep.
• Orders:
• Investigate structure.
• Confirm threat presence or absence.
• Avoid engagement unless absolutely necessary.
• Report findings directly to Blackstar Command and ISB Major Mallory.

Departure:

• Squad departed encampment.
• As they entered the treeline, they reported hearing a distant horn echoing through the forest.

Casualties & Losses

• Imperial:
• None during this phase of operation.
• Rebel:
• Not applicable; no contact during redeployment.

Assessment

• Operational Significance: Intelligence confirms that Derra IV’s insurgent activity was part of a strategic Rebel operation targeting plans for a classified Imperial megastructure.
• Security Risk: Loss of classified data poses severe threat; ISB presence and Blackstar Regiment reinforcements required.
• Squad Performance: Crucible Squadron remains reliable following recovery and debrief. Their reassignment to the highest-level classified theater reflects confidence from ISB command.
• Environmental Hazard: Unknown signals (horn) may indicate local fauna, hostile presence, or Rebel signaling system.

Recommendations

1. Immediate cross-analysis of Derra IV diversionary attacks with new intelligence from recovered recording.
2. Reinforce perimeter and sensor grid around bunker target area.
3. Maintain radio silence protocols due to potential Rebel monitoring of transmissions.
4. Prepare rapid-response units in case reconnaissance escalates to engagement.

Reassignment Orders

Crucible Squadron is now under direct operational authority of ISB Major Mallory, attached to the Blackstar Regiment deployment assigned to the classified battle station construction zone. The squad is to proceed with reconnaissance as ordered and report all findings without delay.

Report Filing

Filed By: ISB Agent REDACTED

Clearance: Level Aurek — Eyes Only

Distribution: ISB High Command | Project Oversight Committee REDACTED | Imperial Navy Strategic Command | Blackstar Regiment HQ