Forim nods to Roger and says "Good to know.  But the last thing I want is a droid interfaced with a potentially malicious droid.  It could reprogram you.

However, that gives me an idea.  Can you dig into the access logs for that access port and see when it was accessed?  If we can determine when it was installed, we can narrow down the list of suspects considerably."

ooc: Roger won't be on until this evening, can GM Post difficulty for him to roll later!
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"Well, not much gets past his tentacles eh?" Xyklo joked back to Jospi.
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Caddy nodded to first Kraken (only a small raised eyebrow though not specifically for him - she knew when she was being fobbed off!) and for Forim (buckling herself in, just in case) and then settling in for their discussion upon arrival, "Well.   Our destination is rather 'out of the way'.  It would be hard not to notice our approach.   So how about we don't hide it.  Let's walk in in plain sight and plead ignorance?  Of course, we'd have to make sure we weren't obviously recognisable - and given our previous exploits, that will take time and effort - and we'll need to make sure that once we walk into any 'stop and search' that we're legitimate and more so, that we have something worth trading.   Something that would require us to land, possibly?  And maybe some luxuries that aren't normally available to ensure that those in command are less likely to look deeper into our business?"

Kraken frowns pausing at the door of the cockpit, considering the droid.  "Lt Luk, I thought I heard someone say the droid was reprogrammed?"  Kraken feared two things, either someone did a bad job of reprogramming the droid leaving intentionally or unintentionally the bad programming and command to harm the ship or perhaps there was a spy in the Alliance who reinstalled the bad program in the droid after he was wiped.  Either had subtle but dark tidings for the Rebel Alliance.



"Happy to Lt.  I'll let ya know what I find."



Kraken nods, "Yep, got lucky I guess.  I'll make sure to keep that in mind.  I'm still a bit lost as to why the droid was allowed back on the ship if he was setting off alarm bells.  I guess, if he was reprogrammed he'd be safe.  I wonder how it got the command to sabatage our plans?  If I find anything malign or strange, I'll let ya know."

OOC:
Lt Luk - I thought the cockpit was a 2 person seat, like the Melinium Falcon, my bad.  With you, Roger and Caddy I felt it was too crowded.  ;)
**I looked at party resources and the ship shows:  One Pilot, one co-pilot/engineer   Isn't that a two person cockpit?
As for more than one step in the Astrogation plan, I must have missed that request from the GM, I only rolled once.
I'll wait to roll a second time when it's needed; otherwise I'll forget what I rolled.
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 “Roger, roger.” Roger turns to the console to his right and begins to interface with the computer.  The small screen near the console is a blur of images and text as he gets to work, his optical sensors and neuroprocessors able to track data much more quickly and efficiently than biological eyes and brains.
20:55, Today: B1-P3 'Roger' rolled 3 successes, 1 advantage using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1A 2P 2D ((2(A), 10(P), 5(P), 4(D), 1(D))).
Use Advantage to determine access ID?

Several moments pass,  “I think I found something, sir.”  Roger cycles the data on the screen, and points to line Eth-Orenth-0035-Yirt.  “This is when the new terminal was first accessed.  If we cross reference the time stamp of the access with the next system commands, we can see the access code used to unlock the system…”


OOC - same cockpit as the Millennium Falcon, 4 seats, two at controls.

Now that you know what you were looking for, the answer is obvious. Someone used an entirely digital access through the engineering section of the ship. It was either done by a droids computer attachment, or a set of slicing equipment hooked up to the ship's computer. A number of upgrades have been made to the sabotage programs, but they began shortly before Mission Kindred power. If the time stamps are being read correctly, during hyperspace jumps.

Forim smiles at Roger and says "Good Job.  That clears our newcomers"

He quickly scans the cockpit for bugs, but finds nothing.
21:03, Today: Forim Luk rolled 1 failure, 1 threat using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1P 1A 1B 2D.  Rolling Perception.

Closing the door to the cockpit to prevent sound from drifting he whispers into his comlink

"Forim to Kraken.  We narrowed down the time frame of what this code was installed.  It has been found that the malicious access came in slightly after Hypno and Roger were brought aboard.  Roger gave us this info, clearing everyone but himself for this.  I might have you go over Roger's programming later, but for now focus on Hypno.  Do not discount the fact that there might be someone or something else aboard that is using that data access port with a data pad.  Jurell's findings point to Hypno as well though.  Can you find out more.  Worst case take out Hypno's power core so he cannot activate himself.  I want a firm answer.  Take the time you need, and the help you need from any of the new crew.."

Forim to Jurell.  We found evidence that points to Hypno, Roger or an uknown stow away.  Roger found this evidence so I tend to think it was Hypno. Access is from before the new additions to Alpha Team, so the new crew is cleared.  Please do a thorough search for stow aways to wipe that possibility away.  Pull in help you need.  Get Kraken to keep an eye on the droid.

Yes, that means Caddy and Myself are suspects.  We know it was a droid, or direct slicing equipment.  Neither I or Caddy have the computer experience for that kind of that.  However, You are the head of the investigation for a stow-away, organic or mechanical.  Bring in whoever you need, but get us some answers.
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Kraken, working on the systems computers and checking his soft copy of Droid programming listens intently to Lt Luk, responding, "Roger, WILCO."

Drawing out his slicer gear once again, Kraken sets to work.

[Private to GM: I'd like to apply a program on the ship's computer which will alert me anytime anyone uses a ship data access port with their computer name, time of entry, what was done and where it was entered.  What is the difficulty for this?

I'd also like to check Hypno's programs, find what his commands are and what commands apply to this crew and the "Sunset Shimmer."  What is the Difficulty for this?

Talents that might be used:
Technical Aptitude:  Reduce time to complete Computer tasks by 25%.
Bypass Security:  Remove 1S per rank from checks made to disable a security device.
Codebreaker: Remove 1S per rank in codebreaker to break codes or decrypt comms.  Decrease Difficulty of checks by 1.
I'd like to add Defensive Slicing to the ships computers.   Add 1S per rank of Def Slice to opponents checks. ]

Caddy raises an eyebrow at Forim's orders, "All very cloak and dagger."  She doesn't though comment on his assumptions about her computer skills even if they are true!  "So back to the plan?"  He hadn't yet commented on her suggestion.

Xyklo looks around, confused.
"The droid is on our side, right?"

The jump into an unoccupied system goes easily. Now it is time to select an interim destination: a fuelling station, to refill the ship's tank prior to arriving at the mission destination.

The prospect of examining Hypno's current commands is a daunting one. Droid AI is a layered

[Secret to 'Kraken': Kraken concludes that creating an access-logging program is not terribly difficult. He can adapt some of his existing code and some common security programs to do just this. Making it secret is more challenging. If it is to conceal its presence from a slicer, it will have to be woven into the existing programs stealthily, which is more challenging.

2D for straightforward, 1d 1c for secret program]

After running a diagnostic on the R2 unit, the team determines that Hypno is operating under normal parameters for its class. No external programs are running.
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Working on the droid, Kraken asks Jospi Renning for his assistance, watching the droid as he does his work.  The last thing he wanted is the droid to come alert when prone and have an arc lazer to the face.

Muttering to himself, "Let see if I can work this program into his current program, ensure any slicer who is using the droid to not see what I've done."

OOC:
I'll use Jospi Renning's skills to boost my computers roll w/ 1B.  Thanks Jospi.

'Kraken' rolled 4 successes, 1 advantage dice pool: 2p 2a 1b 1d 1c.  Computer -  Secret program.

Jospi - I'll pass the 1 advantage to you as a boost die.
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You plot your course and make the jump into hyperspace. Now, nothing but waiting and preparing for a few days.

Some time later, you emerge again from hyperspace at Malastare. It isn't for very long. Once you have calculated the next jump, you are off again.

You exit hyperspace one more time a few minutes later. You are in the system of a white dwarf star with no planets, orbited only by asteroids and one space station.

Shortly after coming out of hyperspace, a comm signal comes to your ship. "Welcome to Lucent Fuelling Station. Please bring your ship within three kilometers and bring relative speed to zero," says a bored-sounding woman's voice.

Forim flips the com on and says "Control, this is the Sunset Shimmer.  Acknowledged.  Moving to within three kilometers and then setting relative speed to zero." before flipping it off

Putting actions to words, he picks a spot basically at random, and smoothly approaches the station.  He does a quick active sensor ping to get the lay of the traffic to ensure he is not causing any issues.

Once this simple task has been accomplished, another message is transmitted. " standby for tractor beam."

There is a brief shudder and bump as the ship is struck by a tractor beam. Without engaging the engines, your ship is gradually pulled towards the station.
As you get closer you got a better look at the station. It isn't exactly bristling with armament, but there are a few laser cannons and turbolasers ready to engage Raiders.

Once you are within a few dozen meters, the comm beeps again. " docking clamp extending. Please disengage all Shields." Sure enough, a metallic arm extends out from the station to take a firm hold of your ship.

"Stand by for boarding." Through the camera, you can see a TC model droid waiting on the other side of your airlock.

Great... a droid.  Caddy will leave her seat in the cockpit having tapped Forim on the shoulder, "Good job."  She then heads for the airlock ready to speak to the droid.

The Droid totters inside in the manner of its kind. It is carrying a strongbox on a strap hanging around its shoulder.

"Good day, sentients. Our Astromech droid is connecting your fuel tank with our pumps at this moment. I am informed that, to refill your tank, it will cost 518 credits. Will you be paying by prepaid cash voucher or with credits?"

Before the Empire, holocom networks allowed a wide variety of communications to be conducted across space near instantly. The Empire has restricted the Holonet to military use only. This has made interplanetary Commerce very difficult, as transactions with one financial institution cannot be quickly communicated across space. The banks have try to adapt by creating cash vouchers. These prepaid cards allow people to carry a portion of their wealth while keeping the cash itself in relative safety. Loss of financial liquidity from Banks has resulted in an enormous downturn in individual savings across the Galaxy. Only large institutions are making money in the Empire.

Stretching out as the ship is pulled into the landing dock for fuel and refitting.  Glad it had gone well, Kraken pulled out his datapad, reviewing the schematics of the astromech droid, puzzling over the times of his updates and when he was whiped last, looking for any names or dates that might trigger a flag.

Looking over to Forim Kraken nods, "Want me to start planning the astrogation for the next jump?  How long will we be here?"

Forim nods and says "Work with Roger to find a good route.  Pre-planning our exit route never hurts if we have to leave in a hurry.  I am not sure how long we are going to be here, but I think the plan is to just re-fuel and move on."

ooc: Roger has 2 ranks in astrogation, but only 2 ability dice to go with it.

Caddy visibly winces, "518 credits... why... that's daylight robbery!"  She shakes her head, "Is there any leeway to bargain?  I ask ask I can pay cash... none of the hassle of vouchers and so forth... and if there is a bargain to be made, I am also looking for cargo to haul?"

[OOC: Rolled Negotiation for the Droid. Left him with a 3d (since he's a droid) and took a bonus for the Cash vs credit.

02:43, Today: Caddanra 'Caddy' Manitu rolled 2 successes using the Star Wars Edge of the Empire with a dice pool of 1a 2p 1b 3d.  Negotiation.

That being the case, I'm looking for a bargain on the fuel (1 success) and something to Haul that would be of use at our destination - luxuries perhaps.   Maybe alcohol if that isn't readily available, or sweets or such things. (1 success)


As for the rest of you - Forim - don't forget the plan Caddy talked about.   This is the layover where the silhouette needs altering :-)]
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"I am afraid that the station has an exclusivity contract with a coalition of traders," says the droid. "We are unable to sell or buy any cargo from an unlicensed trader. However, the management has authorized me to offer an eight percent discount for cash payments. That would be 476 credits and 6 decicredits."

"Thank you kindly."  She produces a purse and pops it open as if intending counting out the cash.  "Would it be possible to acquire a license with this coalition of traders?   Perhaps your management would be willing to discuss such a proposition?"

The droid demurs. "I am afraid I am not qualified to answer such questions, madam. I am just a protocol droid, here to collect money." It jangles the strongbox suggestively. "If I do not collect correct payment before fuelling begins, I may be deactivated. And I am concerned that they will forget to reactivate me again. I spent a Standard week in a closet once."

Meanwhile, in the cockpit Forim, Roger, and Kraken are working. Forim hears a beep from the proximity sensors and glances up.

A vessel appears in the sky, dropping out of hyperspace near the space station. It is am Action VI transport, considerably larger than the Sunset Shimmer.

Forim gets a sinking feeling in his stomach as he fires up the sensors.  He focuses them on the transport to get a solid reading.

He then pulls up the readings they got from Hypno's previous home and compares them...

In reply to Forim Luk (msg # 58):

Motioning to Roger, the ship droid, Kraken moves to the back seats and works with the droid to plan a good astrogation path from here to their final destination.

Once finished with the planning, Kraken asks Roger to review it one last time to ensure they were not flying through anything he may have missed.  While Roger reviews, Kraken moves to the Co-pilot seat to go over the details with the pilot.

"Lt Luk, if this place doesn't offer the alterations we need for the ship, I found another good port here, about 1/2 way to our destination.  Its a non Imperial port, but they won't report any alterations completed.  This place, if they are run by Imperial backed forces, then the alteration may do us little good.  I found a shortcut that may reduce travel time and save some fuel and the ending point is outside normal travel routes so should make it a bit easier for you to enter the planet's orbit without colliding with any other ships."

Looking at the ships computer, watching Caddy negotiate with the TC model droid he studies the droid, looking for any obvious Imperial markings.

Looking about the port, Kraken checks for any trader markings indicating which coalition traders might be in the area.  Looking to Roger, once he was done with the Astrogation check he nods, "Roger, what do you know of this refueling station?"

Typing on his datapad, Kraken checks to see which coalition of traders backed the Lucent Fuelling Station and if they had Imperial ties.


OOC:
Skill Rolls

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Astrogation - Lucent Fuelling Station to final Destination: 1 success, 3 advantages.  Will use advantages:

• x1 advantage to reduce travel time
• x1 advantage to find additional stopover to conduct silhouette alteration. (if Lucent doesn't work)
• x1 advantage = Boost die to Forim piloting/landing at the last port.

Underworld - Coalition backing the Refueling station: 5 successes, 1 advantage  Extra Success's (Knowledge doesn't offer ways to spend extra success or advantages, so just spit balling an offer):

• x2 Name of a POC here or the second port that can help with our silhouette Alteration.
• x2 POC is Rebel Alliance friendly. 

Boost die based off Roger's knowledge and Trader markings I might see at the port to help identify who's who.

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