Greetings
In reply to Walter Zeller (msg # 659):
That's kinda what I'm saying. What Morgan says his "event" was, was that he got caught up in some kind of video-journalism story, the end result of his involvement in that event was that he gained +1 Influence
What I'm suggesting is that 8-12 years ago - IF Walter was even working for/with Darrel that far back - Count Darrel got involved in "something"; he got involved as a Noble in some Planetary Politics, or some big Media Scam, whatever. Count Darrel, of course, was "doing the Right Thing" with his involvement, and somehow Morgan also got involved.
It doesn't matter exactly how, but he helped Count Darrel, and Morgan's involvement was a big part of Count Darrel's success. Morgan's part in the stunt may, or may not have been played up by the media, but again, that's not important, because it's not Reputation he got as a reward, its INFLUENCE.
+1 Influence = "He knows a guy who maybe..."
In other words, Free Trader Morgan Randolph, for his assistance, received access for life to His Excellency Imperial Count Darrel Cromwell and his Man-of-Business Sir Walter Zeller, Imperial Knight-without-Portfolio. When Morgan calls or messages, you make an effort to answer. That's all. No promises. You'll help if you can...if it's not too hard...or too expensive...or too inconvenient...if you're in the area... For God's sake, it's only +1!!
It's just a thought ^_^