Konkord - Peace Operations

[A former Konkord Star Major, name since redacted, in response to an audience question at the Windfall Orbital State of the Dragon Conference. Recording provided by FXT Free Bulletin.]Well, I’ve never been asked such a brave question by such a scholar of the stars.[there is a pause, the panel host beginning to speak, before being cut off by the Star Major in a mocking voice]“They’re just mercenaries and arms dealers with a vested interest in stoking war under the flag of peace. I see through their machinations.”[scattered laughter from the audience, the Star Major stands]Get this into your hollow head.Konkord does not get to have machinations. We are in the business of stopping machinations. Business, yes. We fight for those who can afford us. We sell weapons to warmongers. We get paid to legitimise atrocities. Your currency is minted from starlight, ours from blood and ash. [there is movement off stage, the Star Major casting a hard look before turning back to the audience, speaking…