To Commander Vance Rothermere, Crimson Pact Mercenary Company, Fort Marque

Commander,

Per our latest operational schedule, the following high-value shipment is confirmed for arrival at the port south of the Artery. This cargo is a critical asset to Consortium operations and is to be secured without delay.

Shipment Details:

• Vessel Name: The Gilded Tide
• Point of Origin: Estellian Trade Hub
• Confirmed Arrival: 17th of Planting, during the second watch of the night
• Manifest:
  • 750 pounds of gold bullion, secured in reinforced chests under Consortium seal.
  • Military-grade weaponry, including Estellian-forged longswords, spears, and steel-tipped crossbow bolts.
  • Alchemical fire reserves, transported in controlled containment units—extreme caution is advised during unloading.

Security Measures:

• The Gilded Tide will be escorted by The Silver Crest and The Valiant Star, both designated security vessels equipped for deterrence.
• Crimson Pact personnel onboard: 15 hired security specialists stationed on deck, including ranged defense teams.
• Embedded operatives: Three identified security officers posing as crew members for additional enforcement.

Operational Directives:

• Upon docking, all cargo is to be transferred to secured Consortium transports within two hours.
• Unauthorized access to the shipment is strictly prohibited—all personnel not listed on the clearance roster are to be detained and interrogated.
• Intelligence indicates potential hostile interest from Blackthorn’s faction and opportunistic raiders—reinforce coastal and inland watchpoints accordingly.

This is a high-priority operation. Any deviations or disruptions are to be reported directly to my office immediately.

Captain Dorian Kessler
Marque Trade Consortium Logistics Division