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Where The Toys Are (Darrel. Khea and Tolman)

Posted by StarMasterFor group 0
StarMaster
GM, 223 posts
Fri 14 Nov 2014
at 20:29
  • msg #22

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel. Khea and Tolman)

"If you need that much protection," the man suggests to Khea, "there are a few Human weapons that have been modified to suit Aslan hands. I have such a modified SMG, which, I am told, is the equivalent of a khaifealate."

"A weapons expert explained it to me a few years ago. Humans need a balanced weapon, which is based on an individual's length of arm and musculature. That's why one often gets a feel for a particular gun."

"Generally, if you can't tell the difference, then you probably aren't that much of an expert with a gun."

"Aslan, on the other hand, have a different anatomy. In most cases, there's not a significant difference for most actions. In the case of handguns, however, that balance essential to Humans has a tendency to throw off an Aslan's accuracy. His natural tendency is to compensate for the weight."

He sets the SMG on the counter for Khea to examine.

"Extra material has been removed at the rear, so that the gun is front-heavy for Humans, but now feels 'balanced' to an Aslan. Also, the trigger guard has been enlarged and the trigger itself adjusted to accommodate an Aslan's hand and strength."

"The price is Cr500."



Darrel can't really determine if it's a genuine relic or not, just from a casual visual inspection. The hilt has been wrapped in a different material (dark green dphone hyde) to suit someone's larger hand. Underneath, it should still be wrapped in the original nagahyde from Iltharas. Without a scanning mass spectrometer, it'd be impossible to determine the authenticity.

He does know that it isn't the advertised battle blade; it's only similar in the way that all daggers are similar. Well, perhaps a bit more than that, but the crossguard is too small and the pommel is too large. However, they are consistent with the Iltharan dagger.

"No offense, sir, but I need to make a profit," the man replies. "However, I can accept Cr4,800."
Darrel Cromwell
player, 200 posts
Noble (Count)
Retired actor
Fri 14 Nov 2014
at 22:46
  • msg #23

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel. Khea and Tolman)

quote:
"No offense, sir, but I need to make a profit," the man replies. "However, I can accept Cr4,800."

"I suppose we must both feed our families", Darrel slides the 5KCr chip (given by Blue) across the counter, "I'd like 300 Cr in change".
OOC:Trying to persuade a low price for sale
Darrel Cromwell rolled 11 using 2d6+3. pawn shop +3 skill ? for other.

He waits for a price quote about the other items (leaving that to Tolman).
Kheaiftouaw
player, 140 posts
Sun 16 Nov 2014
at 20:13
  • msg #24

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel. Khea and Tolman)

A bit irritated from the tone of this salesman Khea ponders his offer while inspecting the gun.
"I assume that it take Humaniti bullets? This might come cheaper in the long run."



OOC: What are the stats of the gun? Aslan count in base 8 (because they have 4 fingers) so magazine sizes are mostly dividable by 8 while human weapons have magazine sizes dividable by 5 or 10 for example.
Samantha Kilgore
player, 68 posts
Pilot and Security expert
With more hidden talents
Mon 17 Nov 2014
at 08:33
  • msg #25

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel. Khea and Tolman)

Sam sends a text message to Darrel

"Call me ASAP - some more useful information I think it would be appropriate for you to know and follow up on"
StarMaster
GM, 226 posts
Tue 18 Nov 2014
at 09:00
  • msg #26

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

The weapon shown to Khea is from Central Supply Catalog.

Submachine gun, pistol type (TL 6)
Range = pistol
Required skill = Gun combat (slug pistol)
Damage = 3d6–3
Magazine = 16 or 30
Auto = 4
Recoil = 2
Cost (Cr.) = 400
Mass (Kg) = 2
Ammo Cost (Cr.) = 20


"Sigh. You drive a hard bargain," the man concedes. "Cr4,700 it is."


Tolman is able to get the following equipment at the indicated prices.

4 stun grenades = Cr150 each
6 stunsticks = Cr300
2 sonic stun carbines = Cr400 each
4 teargas grenades = Cr75 each
2 tranq rifles with ammo = Cr250 each (rifle); 20 rounds = Cr500
Darrel Cromwell
player, 201 posts
Noble (Count)
Retired actor
Fri 21 Nov 2014
at 15:21
  • msg #27

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Darrel looks at the total bill of 9200Cr and pays using the 5000Cr from Ms. Blue and 4200Cr cash to the owner along with a 100Cr tip. "I like a man who knows when to negotiate, Have a good day."
OOC:Deducted from sheet.

Will wait for Khea to complete her transaction, then moves back out to the vehicle, once inside he will call Sam, "How may I help you my dear."
This message was last edited by the player at 15:31, Fri 21 Nov 2014.
Kheaiftouaw
player, 141 posts
Fri 21 Nov 2014
at 23:53
  • msg #28

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Seeing as Count is waiting, Khea tries to hurry up the negotiation. "Add 120 shots and 4 magazines and we can come to an agreement. And also two boxes of Takhestah ammo then."
StarMaster
GM, 227 posts
Sat 22 Nov 2014
at 03:38
  • msg #29

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

"I'm sorry," the man replies to Khea. "I'm a bit confused now as to what you want. Do you want the Alsan loose ammo, just magazines or both? And do you want the modified SMG with ammo--four 30-round clips?"
Kheaiftouaw
player, 142 posts
Sat 22 Nov 2014
at 11:13
  • msg #30

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Khea closes her eyes and slowly counts to 8. Male shopkeepers...

"I buy this gun if you also give me 4 magazines for it. And I also take two boxes of loose Aslan ammo.
StarMaster
GM, 230 posts
Tue 25 Nov 2014
at 06:36
  • msg #31

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

"Okay, got that," the man behind the counter replies to Khea.

"Modified SMG for Cr500, 4 20-round clips at Cr35 each, and 200 Aslan rounds at Cr100 a box. That comes to a total of Cr840."

"Now is there anything else you want?"
Samantha Kilgore
player, 70 posts
Pilot and Security expert
With more hidden talents
Tue 25 Nov 2014
at 08:13
  • msg #32

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

In reply to Darrel Cromwell (msg # 27):

When Darrel rang, Sam quickly answered "Darrel? thanks for calling. I've got some more information for you. Del Vinian is a VEEP at a company called Tellurus Hydroponics, which has pretty much the same board as Ondrac - our boys. According to the Society pages, hes dining tonite at the Tropic of Sir Galahad restaurant. Sounds like somewhere where your swank would get you in, and he may be worth talking too. He's no longer with Ondrac. The other thing is that Jo Karamides, the other lead, apparently went to some trouble to make a show of leaving the planet - thought she didn't actually leave. Unfortunately she's too far away to be of use to us, but that's interesting I think.

Anyway that's all - I'm not sure where the Tropic of Sir Galahad is - but it shouldn't be too far to find. Me and Ikram will keep digging here."

Kheaiftouaw
player, 143 posts
Tue 25 Nov 2014
at 18:52
  • msg #33

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Khea transfers the credits, slightly disappointed that the merchant didn't threw in the ammunition for her new gun for free, but she does not want to keep Count waiting for longer so she packs all the merchandise together and with a growled "Farewell" in Aslan follows Count out of the store.
Darrel Cromwell
player, 204 posts
Noble (Count)
Retired actor
Mon 1 Dec 2014
at 15:21
  • msg #34

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

The Count turns to Tolman, "One last thing, we need a signal jammer, good for maybe 10 klicks."

quote:
Darrel? thanks for calling. I've got some more information for you. Del Vinian is a VEEP at a company called Tellurus Hydroponics, which has pretty much the same board as Ondrac - our boys. According to the Society pages, hes dining tonite at the Tropic of Sir Galahad restaurant. Sounds like somewhere where your swank would get you in, and he may be worth talking too. He's no longer with Ondrac. The other thing is that Jo Karamides, the other lead, apparently went to some trouble to make a show of leaving the planet - thought she didn't actually leave. Unfortunately she's too far away to be of use to us, but that's interesting I think.  Anyway that's all - I'm not sure where the Tropic of Sir Galahad is - but it shouldn't be too far to find. Me and Ikram will keep digging here."


"Thank you for the information, we'll check and see if we can do it within our timeline"
Does Darrel know the Tropic of Sir Galahad? and if yes about the dinner...if not, he'll access the infonet.
Samantha Kilgore
player, 71 posts
Pilot and Security expert
With more hidden talents
Mon 8 Dec 2014
at 08:29
  • msg #35

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

In reply to Darrel Cromwell (msg # 34):

"No problem. I've pretty much stalled for finding out stuff back here, unless you have any angles for me to follow? Otherwise, I'm just gonna rest up till you guys get back."
Tolman Jackstadt
player, 29 posts
Human
Tue 9 Dec 2014
at 01:44
  • msg #36

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

"I already have such a jammer," Tolman answers Darrel. "It only covers commercial frequencies and a few military ones."

After Darrel gets the comm from Samantha, Tolman mentions that he knows where the Tropic of Sir Galahad is.

"I've never actually been there, but it's in the Spire. You probably saw the Spire when you left the Starport. It's the tallest building in the city. The Tropic is in the top floor. Everything above that is communications and weather sensors."

"It's across town. From here, it's about a 30-minute trip."
Darrel Cromwell
player, 205 posts
Noble (Count)
Retired actor
Fri 12 Dec 2014
at 14:46
  • msg #37

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Checking the net concerning the party, is it Formal/Business/informal?

Once everything is concluded at the location, the Count instructs Tolman to take them back to his room,to get the appropriate clothes.

Then, barring any other occurrence, heads to the party.

OOC:Khea, is there anything you want to do before heading to the soiree?
StarMaster
GM, 240 posts
Fri 12 Dec 2014
at 18:35
  • msg #38

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

The Tropic of Sir Galahad is considered upscale, but there is no particular dress code. However, if you show up casual, it's expected that it will be 'designer casual'. Almost no one shows up in formalwear except on special occasions. Semi-formal is the norm.
Kheaiftouaw
player, 144 posts
Fri 12 Dec 2014
at 23:52
  • msg #39

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Khea silently listens to the Counts new informations. She isn't happy at all to go to an event with so many Humanity, especially higher ranking once, but she keeps her concerns to herself.
As long as she can leave the gun she bought safely locked in the car she it good to go. Still during the wait for Count getting dressed she feels quite embarrassed by having to go to the party in her old duty uniform she already wore the whole day and hopes that Aslan clothing is considered exotic enough here that no one will notice.
Darrel Cromwell
player, 206 posts
Noble (Count)
Retired actor
Mon 15 Dec 2014
at 15:36
  • msg #40

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

After arriving at the hotel, Darrel ponders...the goal is to awe, but not attract too much unwanted attention, figuring his "business" suit (gel cloth/SOC14 price) should be sufficient, the full-blown formal would probably be over the top.

He changes, allows time for Khea to freshen up and then will proceed to the Galahad.

EDIT NOTE: Considering the finer hotels, perhaps there's a clothing store inside that can outfit Khea?
This message was last edited by the player at 15:38, Mon 15 Dec 2014.
StarMaster
GM, 241 posts
Wed 17 Dec 2014
at 06:05
  • msg #41

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

A number of nearby hotels do, indeed, have clothing shops, but none of them have anything for Khea, though they do refer her to Galaxy Outfitters. As it turns out, it's an impressive multi-department store in The Spire. It takes up the first ten floors. They have a small section in the clothing department for Aslan clothing.

For Cr100, Khea can get something decent to wear. Of course, she can spend more if she wants to. GO isn't necessarily an upscale retailer, but it does sell upscale merchandise in many of its departments.
Kheaiftouaw
player, 145 posts
Wed 17 Dec 2014
at 23:26
  • msg #42

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

During the whole search Khea glared angrily at Darrel for suggesting that she should "upgrade" her wardrobe but stayed silent as she knew that he was right. Not that she would admit it.

When they finally found a store which carries Aslan clothing, much to her surprise, she settles for an formal outfit which she could also wear during negotiations and nothing extravagant. The gun was expensive enough and she was not to flaunt the entire payment.

OOC: 100 Cr. sounds good if what I want is available at that price.
StarMaster
GM, 245 posts
Thu 18 Dec 2014
at 01:11
  • msg #43

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Cr100 will get you a casual outfit that can be loosely described as 'formal', which would work well for negotiations. Something a bit more formal will cost Cr250.
Darrel Cromwell
player, 209 posts
Thu 18 Dec 2014
at 01:38
  • [deleted]
  • msg #44

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

This message was deleted by the player at 01:42, Thu 18 Dec 2014.
Kheaiftouaw
player, 146 posts
Fri 19 Dec 2014
at 01:30
  • msg #45

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

OOC: I take the Cr100 one.
Darrel Cromwell
player, 212 posts
Noble (Count)
Retired actor
Fri 19 Dec 2014
at 02:39
  • msg #46

Re: Where The Toys Are (Darrel, Khea and Tolman)

Alright then...off we go to the soiree.
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