What do you think, Eve? Alan asked.

Based upon the data received and extrapolated from information available on the globalnet, I agree with Icewolf’s conclusion. In the long term, the United World Government is destined to fail, with about 99% certainty. Even before this new information I estimated there was a 80%+ chance for it to fall in the next few years. Yet, I am cautious to join or aid this faction, this Legion of Man. Our interactions with them have been rather hostile. They seem prone to violence, and we are still unaware of their power structure, or how they plan on governing Earth. For all we know they are run by a despot.

Yeah, I agree. Except I’m not so sure Icewolf will give me more information about the Legion if I’m hesitant to join… let me talk to him some more.

Alan looked up at Icewolf, “Okay, my AI came to the same conclusion, that the United World Government is pretty much doomed. Something she should have told me beforehand, but, anyway, I still don’t really know anything about this Legion of Man, its leaders, or anything at all other than it has a base on Mars. From what I see, all the Legion has done is caused wanton destruction, which frankly doesn’t seem very helpful.”

“Well, of course the media you see portrays it that way," Icewolf quickly rebutted, "it is all firmly controlled by the United World Government. Anyways, the Legion of Man plans to be, like the United World Government, a democracy. But only those within the faction and in the Game are allowed to vote in its elections. Although, the military is for the most part merit based. The current commander-in-chief was voted in, with a bi-monthly term. I can’t give you names as long as you aren’t in the faction.” Icewolf seemed disappointed that Alan wasn’t jumping out of his seat, ready to enlist.

Alan quickly mulled over his thoughts, then replied, “Hmm, alright, that seems reasonable. Honestly, I’m not sure if I even can join the Legion of Man, given my situation in my guild.”

You can, governments are a separate entity than guilds, although governments have guilds and vice versa, Eve let him know. Alan continued, ignoring her.

“My superior has expressed interest in ensuring the earth is neutral or allied to the Mercenary Bloc in any future conflicts that should arise. It probably won’t be if it’s under Haxlard control. Thus, I can probably easily arrange for you to have a meeting with him. Additionally, I promise to try to search for a solution which will benefit humanity as a whole, and ensure that Earth does not fall under Haxlard control. Oh, and, um speaking of my debts, I can pay you back now.”

Icewolf looked at Alan, surprised, then nodded tiredly. “Oh, alright, send the credits to me and I’ll cancel out your debt. I guess your answer is about as good as I’ll get. Well then, that almost makes me feel bad for giving you this quest… though I suppose it’s too late to change it now. We can work out the meeting details with your superior at a later time. The Mercenary Bloc seems like a promising lead I don’t think we’ve followed through with yet. I’m not really qualified to establish any sort of deal with anyone, though. Anyway, the quest. Well, you’re now aware of this all so… here you go. Good luck.” Icewolf ended the call as messages sprang up before Alan.