Fiction:Trucinex War(Alpha Universe)

While small by the standards of future conflicts, the Trucinex War was considered a decisive conflict by Cyrannian Historians, who considered it the beginning of future President Apollo's rise to power. The war led to the rise to prominence of the Capricorn Sector Alliance, as well as the emergence of the Basileus Imperium and Great Corthrinus Empire, all three of which became intergalactic powers in the years following the conflict. The war highlighted the weakness of the Cyrannian Federation, who were soon eclipsed in power by the Triple Alliance(the Libertus, Basileus, and Corthrinus). =Background= Though the early years of the CSA were peaceful, the Mortalitas War highlighted the growing threats in Cyrannus as the Federation crumbled. When an ancient evil possessed the Nex Prophet, the Trucinex mounted a vicious war on the Capricorn Sector Alliance. While the conflict was comparitively minor, especially when compared with the Great Cyrannus War and Intergalactic War, it was the first conflict where the Basileus, Libertus, and Corthrinus fought together. The war also saw the emergence of many figures who would later dominate Cyrannus and beyond, including Apollo, Tector Decimius, Carandial, Thonaloc, and Zillum. =Course of the War=

First Month
The war began when the Trucinex Basestars attacked the 12 Colonies. The invaders attacked with complete surprise early on, and began bombing most of the colonies from orbit. Billions were killed in the initial assault, though a CSA counteroffensive drove them back. Despite the initial victory, the Trucinex continued to attack CSA territory. Meanwhile, away from the front lines, Apollo discovered the tomb of Tyromairon and accidentally awakened the ancient Oikoumene. Believing the Libertus was the Chosen One, Tyromairon took him under his wing, and began training him for his future role as leader of the galaxy.

Second Month
While Apollo trained under Tyromairon, the CSA continued to suffer a string of defeats, as the Trucinex fleet rampaged through the core worlds. However, the Federation did score a victory at Cyroenia over the Trucinex, thanks to the leadership of Apollo's father, Wilelmus Cretacea. Overall, however, the war was going badly for the CSA, who could find few allies, and soon, they were pushed back to Orbispira, as the Trucinex prepared to gut the Federation.

Third Month
Things would turn around for the Federation and CSA though. Apollo completed his training under Tyromairon, and was sent by his master to gather a fleet to rescue the crumbling Federation. Gathering a fleet of Basileus, Corthrinus, Osteola, Tenerensis, Thanatyrannus, and other vessels, Apollo mounted his great counterattack at Orbispira, where a massive battle was unfolding between the CSA and Trucinex. Just as it seemed the CSA would collapse, the allied fleet emerged, and destroyed the Trucinex. Apollo landed on the planet with a cadre of leaders, and after a rousing speech, proclaimed the Federation at an end, and the beginning of a Galactic Empire of Cyrannus, to the cheers of the people and senate. Apollo's first act was to drive the Trucinex out of the core. With his new Imperial Navy, he had the means to do it. Imperial warships from across the galaxy advanced on Trucinex held territory, destroying any enemy ship they could find.

Fourth Month
As the fourth month began, Apollo ordered a massive offensive against the Trucinex fleet on Corulus, which was attempting to reorganize for a new push. Imperial forces led by newly promoted Admiral Carandial of the Basileus annihilated the Trucinex fleet, securing the Core for the Empire. Meanwhile, Admiral Nagacaevra, supreme commander of the CSA's fleet and now a senior Admiral, led another Imperial fleet on an attack in the Mid Rim. Joined by Admiral Sarcophoneus, the two drove the Trucinex closer and closer to Nex. While the war dragged on, Apollo met with his master, and informed him of the situation. After congratualating his apprentice for his success, Tyromairon cautioned him not to get complacent, for this was but the first challenge to Imperial Order. In addition

Fifth Month
The Trucinex continued to lose ground during the fifth month, and were pushed to the very doorstep of Nex, a small colony called Nexios. Imperial forces under Admiral Cretacea, Apollo's father, led the campaign. As the Empire continued its counterattack, Apollo met with his admirals, and unveiled the first of a reorganized Imperial Navy. While the Empire initially used ships from its member states, the shipyards of Cyroenia and Scorpia were now releasing new Venator-Class Star Destroyers based on Apollo's personal flagship, the Consular. Gifting each Admiral a flotilla of Venators, Apollo announced his plans for the postwar empire. With these new vessels, Imperial forces won a decisive advantage over the Trucinex, and began carving into the Trucinex home colonies.

Sixth Month
By this point in the war, the Empire was winning decisive victories on every front, and Imperial commanders were closing on Nex. Admiral Carandial was given the honor of being the overall Imperial commander of the operation. Carandial, from his new flagship Imperator, attacked the Trucinex in a ferocious assault. While resistance was stiff, they buckled under Carandial's attack. Soon, the Trucinex fleet was destroyed, and the Empire landed on Nex. While minor resistance continued, for all intents and purposes, the war was over. The Empire had triumphed. =Aftermath= While, in newly proclaimed Emperor Apollo's words, "it was but a taste of the threats that faced our nation", the Trucinex War became a watershed moment in galactic history. In the blink of an eye, the old system of governments and balance of power was gone. In the words of President of the CSA Fleur Inviere, "not since the days of the Old Republic did the galaxy's nations tremble before the might of a conquering hegemon." Another important consequence for the Galaxy was the emergence of Apollo to the Galactic spotlight. His role in organizing the defense of the galaxy, regardless of species or empire, won him the respect of many of the everyday citizens. This was a leader they could rally behind, regardless of species. The war highlighted the weakness of the Federation, who were officially dismantled after the final battle of Nex. However, many institutions of it remained.