Operation Clio's Wrath
| Operation Clio's Wrath | |||||||||
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| Part of Hatch Ministry Maritime Security Operations | |||||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||||
 Hatch Ministry Forces
| Rogue Pirate Faction | ||||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||||
| Hatch Ministry Command Staff
| Pirate leadership (scattered and neutralized) | ||||||||
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Naval Units:
Ground Forces:
| *Pirate vessels and coastal hideouts,Br>
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| Strength | |||||||||
| Approx. 150 infantry personnel
4 naval vessels (including advanced warships) | Unknown number of pirates
Multiple small vessels and concealed coastal positions |
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| Casualties and losses | |||||||||
| None reported | Significant infrastructure damage
Heavy losses in vessels and equipment |
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| Operation Clio’s Wrath effectively showcased the operational capabilities and strategic resolve of Bassaridian maritime forces. It was instrumental in establishing a clear deterrent against piracy and other maritime threats, reinforcing regional stability, and safeguarding economic interests in the contested Eastern Strait of Haifa. | |||||||||
Operation Clio's Wrath was the inaugural operational deployment of the Abeis-Empress Class Littoral Battlecruiser, undertaken by the Hatch Ministry on 24/2/51 PSSC. Named after the demi-god Clio, son of the Herald of Empress Thalassa—renowned for his eloquence, commanding presence, and persuasive leadership—the operation was primarily intended as a strategic show of force, reinforcing Bassaridia Vaeringheim's maritime sovereignty and swiftly countering piracy threats.
Background
On 22/2/51 PSSC, intelligence reports confirmed that a Bassaridian fishing fleet, operating approximately 15 nautical miles off the bustling maritime city of Skýrophos, had been captured by a rogue pirate faction. The pirates, known for their aggressive tactics and elusive coastal hideouts along the rugged eastern Strait of Haifa, issued significant ransom demands for the safe return of the fishermen and their vessels, seeking to establish regional dominance and disrupt critical maritime commerce.
Forces Deployed
The operation deployed a mixed naval and infantry force centered around the Abeis-Empress Class Littoral Battlecruiser, supported by two Ismael-Class Privateer Commissions captained by Cassius Valerus and Marwan Othman respectively, and the Eidolon-Class Cruiser HV Aegis. Ground forces consisted of one full manipulus—150 personnel total, with 100 active-duty infantry and 50 reserves.
Operational Execution
At 0255 hours on 24/2/51 PSSC, all participating units confirmed readiness. At 0300 hours, the Abeis-Empress Class vessel initiated electronic warfare operations. Its signal dissonance suite and EW jamming protocols immediately suppressed all known pirate surveillance and communication channels. Within two minutes, pirate radar across three known installations along the Haifan coast went offline.
By 0310 hours, HV Aegis entered missile range and commenced precision strikes on pre-mapped pirate infrastructure using standoff munitions. These initial strikes targeted logistical depots, fuel storage containers, and key fortifications, softening shoreline positions in preparation for landing.
At 0320 hours, Swift Vengeance (under Valerus) and Silent Blade (under Othman) deployed their full complement of infantry using dual front ramps, with both craft executing coordinated beach landings at sectors Sable One and Sable Two respectively. Both teams were onshore and advancing within 5 minutes. Encountered resistance was minimal due to the effectiveness of the opening strikes.
By 0345 hours, the infantry units had secured all four primary objectives: the holding area for the captured fishing crew, the pirate command structure near Cliffline Outpost, the vessel impound area, and a concealed supply cache hidden along the mangrove edge.
Between 0400 and 0500 hours, mop-up operations proceeded, with captured enemy combatants transferred to HV Aegis under guard. The Abeis-Empress Class provided overwatch and radar coverage, while HV Aegis maintained an offshore blockade perimeter.
At 0530 hours, the operation was declared concluded. All hostages were safely recovered, pirate naval assets destroyed or disabled, and coastal command infrastructure rendered inoperable. No friendly casualties were reported.
Strategic Outcomes
Despite the small size of the operation, it served as a powerful demonstration of force. It marked the successful combat validation of the Abeis-Empress Class Littoral Battlecruiser and confirmed the viability of privateer-led amphibious deployment supported by technologically integrated naval assets. Regional pirate activity declined sharply in the weeks following the operation, and Bassaridian economic activity in the northern Strait of Haifa resumed uninterrupted.
Operational Security
Technical specifics regarding the electronic warfare loadout aboard the Abeis Class, AI coordination protocols, sensor calibration, and fire control hierarchy remain classified. No sensitive components were compromised, and operational protocols remain secure.
Conclusion
Operation Clio’s Wrath was a swift and precise success. The integration of new naval assets with existing privateer commissions proved highly effective. Tactical objectives were met with zero losses, and strategic messaging to hostile actors was unambiguous. The operation reaffirmed Bassaridia Vaeringheim’s maritime supremacy and its readiness to protect its economic lifelines.
