What would the ramifications be for the unit and TK if say Comstar discovered this?
Could be anything C* feels like doing since they control the MRB. But non-MRB contracts are likely common and you simply deal with the lack of 'protection' you get for not using MRB/C* resources. Odds of actual sanction seem extremely low.
What if the Coordinator found out?
Found out what? That he signed a contract outside the MRB? Presumably he knows already?
If you mean, would C* sanction TK in some way: no. At worst they'd express their disappointment for going around the MRB, but it's not illegal, and C* doesn't administer interstellar law: no one does.
Might include higher 'fees' for the DC to access MRB, but at this point, C* is worried about the FedCom uniting the Inner Sphere by force, and is actively helping the DC is some pretty extensive ways leading up to the war of 39.
Comstar is getting close to coming militarily engaged with this unit. The unit origin is totally hidden to the public. Operates with zero identification at this time. Once Comstar has contact with them. This seems likely Comstar will likely try and discover their true origin. Especially since the Mercs have some SL era tech. Combat would expose this.
Lostech happens, it's not in itself a problem for C*. They might try to buy it if they think it's meaningful, possibly using an intermediary. If they really want it, they'll likely take a harsher stanch after the initial offer it refused. Oh geez, I see you're stranded in this system because every JumpShip refuses to take you on, how unfortunate. Hey, I'm an independent trader and have some contacts I'd be willing to use for people I trade with. Let's make a deal. No, I can't offer as much as the first guy you worked with, but since you are now strapped for cash because of all these weird amazon orders you made through HPG, I think you'll see we'll both benefit if you take my cash.
The unit having unknown origins is not a concern for Comstar. They'll reckon they'll figure it out sooner or later. But this is easier to evaluate if you provide some context. If they're from some Deep Periphery nation or pirates, well, whatever. If they're Clan deserters or Watch Agents, they'll get some attention, and the lack of ties to any known 'acceptable' source for the unit will soon result in some paranoid questions.
Which they can ask through the MRB if the unit is a member after all.
The unit should
not want 'military engagement' with C* voluntarily. In the 3034s, the ComGuards are a known entity, but even then C* is likely to solve it indirectly using a mercenary unit at a grossly unfair power balance like battalion on player company, if that's all the players have. Upscale as necessary.
Situation early Ronin War on Engadin. Merc unit has liberated Engadin and the HPG facility from the Ronin. Pre DC official entry into the conflict. Some surviving Comstar personnel were rescued from the HPG. The have been sent to another system for their own "SAFETY". Mercs will have had unrestricted access to this Facility for several weeks. ROM is currently system bound with Intel agents and a military security force.
The unit will never willing divulge their true origin.
Multiple questions:
- Ronin wouldn't mess with ComStar, or take over the HPG
- What's this about moving Comstar personnel? ComStar would never agree to this, under any circumstance. Be it the people actually at the HPG, or the actual leadership on Terra.
- What's this "safety" excuse? If they were threatened by the player unit, C* now has every reason to make an example out of them to discourage others from making the same mistake. Heads on pike kind of example, not interdiction.
- Mercs having unrestricted access to the HPG and *acting on it* will be a guaranteed death sentence. Elaborately unacceptable to C*.
- Why is this true origin such a big deal? C* eventually wants to know everything, sure, but just not knowing stuff isn't a red flag to them unless there's clues that there's a problem they need to get in front of. Lostech by itself isn't that kind of flag.
