Well, I hope they see at least some use. A great deal of preparation would be wasted if the Pleroma never showed up at all.

[That is the point of all the pageantry, isn't it? Aside from inspiring fervour in the local populace, he supposes. The Pleroma wouldn't ordinarily risk an assault like this on Achamoth itself, but the bait is (hopefully) too valuable to resist. Ideally, their attack will be bought at a dear cost.]

Fortunately I have assistance from the Citadel itself, but if any unexpected roadblocks arise, I won't hesitate to seek your aid.