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Fate
GM, 3193 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 05:11
  • msg #1

A small delivery

A smugglers game is a funny game. Sometimes the 'package' is drugs, intended to make the sender rich and the recipient happy. Sometime it is weapons, to kill people. Sometimes it is legitimate goods intended to bypass a bureaucratic blockage, perhaps for money, perhaps for other reasons.

Sdian was no stranger to the game. But this was not an easy game. His small ship had just replaced his old Navigation computer with a Terran one, the flexibility vital for his business, but it cost him every spare cent he had. Now he had found just one job for his little ship: Delivery of 5 dtons of Terran medicines to Limun. Near Shululsish, a place he did not want to go. But the offer was for a million Solars, and he had nothing. No cash. Nothing. He could not afford to land at starports, he could not afford to buy fuel from anyone. He could not even afford supplies...he was going to have to hunt on suitable habitats, probably. It was not going to be comfortable. But life never was.

And then he had to come back, to get paid. Hopefully with some more valuable cargo. Or information. That did not take a lot of cargo room...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 1 post
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 17:45
  • msg #2

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 1):

Sdian checks to make sure all known systems are in the computer, including the ones the Terran scout ships and Pirates have found. He is thinking it may be best to go up through 2207, thence to Kamruri and thence around to Limun to avoid the war. He wasn't set up for wars at all. He knows of Argon, but has never been there, but he did visit Omni twice with his father who brought them things they couldn't do without.
Fate
GM, 3195 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 19:11
  • msg #3

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 2):

The current date is 01 August 2177. The details of 2207 system are sensitive Military secrets due to the strategic value of that information, and generally only shares by Girii with Terran allies and Pirate allies. I am not sure that they would share it with smugglers know to do things for the highest bidder, as the concern would be that you might use it to buy your way back into Shululsish's good books. Perhaps after a good security check...do you want to ask for that?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 2 posts
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 21:49
  • msg #4

A small delivery

I do, thought it was a part of the "deal", but obviously it would be very tough to travel straight there!
Going via Dzosuiken is little better as Shulushish is not friendly either.
I will listen to any reasonable suggestion but I cannot be of use if I am in a Vilani Prison.
Fate
GM, 3197 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 22:58
  • msg #5

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 4):

A security check will have a good chance of revealing secrets. The back worlds are not heavily patrolled except for the blockades. After running them (you have a double jump ship capable of out running anything, almost, and all enough to be very hard to see) you should have a clear run. Hence the choice of known systems...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 3 posts
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 23:48
  • msg #6

A small delivery

Sdian returns, Guess who doesn't trust us now ...  can't count on a damn soul, guess Dad was right.  Luretha, lets get things powered up, Yung we'll need you to do comms and sensors and Nelaroi, you get to fly us out of here. Jurelda, take the top turret, just in case they back stab us sooner rather than later.
Fate
GM, 3200 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 00:53
  • msg #7

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 6):

"Sure. What is the destination?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 4 posts
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 02:20
  • msg #8

A small delivery

Well I was thinking a long way around, but just maybe... hold things for a bit...  keep it warm, but I am going to make a quick call.

Quick call to Girri HQ... what would it be worth to have Seru scouted? we need cash and you could use information.

OOC - IIRC 1 Aug 2177 is before the great attack in Nov 2177?
Kimashargur Administrator
NPC, 38 posts
A high ranking Vilani
Kimashargur
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 05:36
  • msg #9

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 8):

Correct. The Blockade is still in force. The attack on Girii was just over a month ago, and news of it will just have arrived back at Lemrukiri.

"That is a risky proposition, but we would gladly pay $100,000 for a complete list of everything at the planet. But for that, you would need to return here, pretty much immediately."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 5 posts
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 15:37
  • msg #10

A small delivery

That seems a reasonable sum, we will do that first, before delivering our supplies to our destination.

OOC- OK, we set up to scan ship types and locations, we jump as far out as possible. We’ll then run at speed as we scan to try and get a full list of ships present, before jumping back it’s the data.
Kimashargur Administrator
NPC, 39 posts
A high ranking Vilani
Kimashargur
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 19:17
  • msg #11

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 10):

"That would be helpful..."

There is a barren asteroid-like planet that you can jump to, but it lacks fuel. Make a stealth roll as you jump.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 6 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 00:14
  • msg #12

A small delivery

Nelaroi gets us lined up, orders the jump with Sdians nod and slips in beside the vbarren rock when they emerge, all sensing is passive for the moment.

[Private to GM: 17:11, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,2,5.  Nelaroi Piloting . made by 3
And if you insist on using Sdian's stealth, it is 11.]
Fate
GM, 3208 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 01:20
  • msg #13

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 12):

Pilots stealth is used.

You note that there are significant forces at each of the of the Gas Giants. At this time there are 20 Gashiddas, 10 Shamshirs and a Merrishmer at each. At the colony there was an additional 10 Kargash.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 7 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 03:08
  • msg #14

A small delivery

OK, so we need to get far enough out to jump back to Girii ... and then do so. we will use speed and stealth to avoid being noticed.


[Private to GM:  20:07, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,3,1.  Nelaroi Piloting  Stealth  by 7]
Fate
GM, 3209 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 03:42
  • msg #15

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 14):

You head away from the star for a couple of hours, noting that there is no indication that you have been seen. Setting a course for Girii, you depart...

The arrival back at Girii is very low key. Just the way you like it.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 8 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 04:05
  • msg #16

A small delivery

I put the sensor data on a small drive and take it over to the Government building

They hold Seru in some force, each Gas Giant has a Merrishmer,  10 Shamshirs,  20 Gashiddas,  and at the planet itself, There are 10 Kargash. Here is what we found.
Kimashargur Administrator
NPC, 40 posts
A high ranking Vilani
Kimashargur
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 05:03
  • msg #17

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 16):

The administrator nods as you tell him.

"Somehow, I am not surprised. If they can not defeat us in a quick military contest, naturally they will opt for a longer economic one instead. They know we will have to take a risk to attack them, opening ourselves up for a counter-attack. But I think we have another option...thank you. Payment transferred as promised.

Perhaps we can offer you an additional $100,000 to run the blockade. Not to go around it, but to prove to smugglers that it is not impenetrable? Proof would be delivery of your logs to a smugglers den in Raamim."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 9 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 19:22
  • msg #18

A small delivery

I imagine we could do that, are they to pay or are you?  Of course, what my tiny ship can do might be harder in a Hero or other ship carrying real cargo in quantity.


OOC- Not sure how many Vacc suits are on hand or how many we might need.  I think everyone has a weapon of some sort, mostly pistols, likely 7.5 mm full size for the ladies except Yung No who only uses Karate and her Nunchuks.  Luretha may have a larger pistol too, since she is 6' 1" and 185 pounds.  Want to make sure we have as much food as we can reasonably store. I expect as small as this ship is, it probably has no more than 10-12 missiles total and we might consider selling a few back if there is any interest. You can decide what is in the ship's armory.
FWIW I have two ship plans, one is the Suleiman scout put out by SJ Games and the other is just something I found on the web. The second is a single deck ship, but I would have to believe the power supply and jump drive are mounted outside the floor plan. Cabins are too big, being around 8x 15 feet plus a bathroom for the Captain, I was think along the lines of submarine compartments for officers except a bit wider ... say 8x9 feet and the refresher being only 3x8 foot rather than 8x8 feet. The remaining crew probably get bunk beds in two 8 x 10 foot space cabins (although a 8x6 foot double is doable for couples) with an adjoining, shared 5x8 refresher. The infirmary could be made smaller as well allowing and 8x8 foot space for food storage or the like. It already has an armory space. The space saved in the captains cabin would give another 8x10 space for storage or another small cabin.

I can't send the copied document.
Fate
GM, 3213 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 19:29
  • msg #19

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 18):

Assume everyone has at least a skin suit.

The standard Iikens are below. This has modifications, but the rooms are set out the same as it is to look like a normal Iiken to any inspector. Not no medbay. 1 stateroom can have up to 2 beds.

An Iiken-class ship normally operates with a full crew of four when in active Imperial service. A highly skilled individual can (barely) operate the ship alone.
Tech Level: 10.
Hull: 100-dton Needle/Wedge
Airframe hull, dDR 50 armor,Stealth.
Systems:
 11 Maneuver Drive,
 3 Jump Drive, 40 Fuel Tanks, Fuel Processor (3.2 dtons/hour),
 Standard Bridge, Model-6 Sensors (Scan 21),
 2 Hardpoints, Vehicle Bay (4-ton capacity, carries one air/raft), removed to make more space.
 12-1/2 Fusion Power, 4 Staterooms, 3 Cargo.

Statistics: EMass 680 tons, LMass 740 tons, Cost M$110, SM +8, ASig +2, Hull dHP 45, Life Support 8, sAccel 3.0 G, Jump-2 (4-parsec range), Top Air Speed 4,200 mph.

Crew: Command Section (3 officers), Engineering Section (1 officer). Total 4 officers.
Passengers: None.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 10 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 19:35
  • msg #20

A small delivery

My You are up early! Say 0530 in Brisbane per my iPhone.

Yes, saw that, it's closest to the ship I was describing only one cabin is an infirmary in this design (it was a one off for an "important Indiviual" ;-)
I assumed Vacc suits would be needed to do any external work in space.
Fate
GM, 3215 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 19:59
  • msg #21

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 20):

[Private to Gloria Flake: Yep, pretty much every day the last 2 weeks. Might be scarce on the weekend though!]

Skinsuits will suffice, and are also emergency suits. But you will try and avoid doing any real work in space, unless it is an emergency!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 11 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 21:04
  • msg #22

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You bet we will...

OK, given a somewhat improved supply situation and some ready cash for incidentals, we'll be off... we'll try for that same little rock as before, since the fleets didn't seem to notice us... next jump is to Adigarma to the middle GG to refuel.  We don't seem to have tripped any sensors.


[Private to GM:  14:02, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,3.  Nelaroi Piloting  Stealth.  by 5
14:02, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,2,4.  Nelaroi Piloting  Stealth.]
Fate
GM, 3217 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 21:13
  • msg #23

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 22):

OK. Assume $50,000 spent in much needed spare parts and filling up with supplies, yes? You can get 1 dton of supplies crammed in around the car and in spare space you find around the ship. Happy to run with that?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 12 posts
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 22:47
  • msg #24

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Sure, That's Fine...
Fate
GM, 3218 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Feb 2020
at 23:06
  • msg #25

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 24):

The trip to Seru is a little tense, but the small planet is still deserted. As long as you travel far enough away from it before departing, it may even stay that way. You are able to move away after arrival, to ensure some stealth.

"Where to next?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 13 posts
Thu 20 Feb 2020
at 00:15
  • msg #26

A small delivery

 Adigarma to refuel ... center GG ...once in Hyper space Sdian starts talking with his crew about why they ran from the last ship and to get some specific things he shouldn't do to avoid issues.

17:00, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,5.  Talk with the Girls.

Jurelda laughs, I know you won't cause any of the same issues, Sdian and you can touch  or be suggestive without fear. Yes, I'll let you bed me and will try and bed you if I feel the need.  This causes some giggles and laughter.

Luretha nods, yup, no problems, I enjoy a good feel and a regular fucking, no question ... and I like the idea of being able to express my wants and needs with you too.

Nelaroi is giggling, You know how hard I am to get between the sheets ... and I will happily be your learning model for female anatomy as longas I am not busy.

Yung No nods You ask and be gentle, we not have a problem. Maybe I show you things, maybe.

He learns that the last captain reduced their pay since they were obviously enjoying all the attention and that counted for rewards too. The Ladies differed and packed when the hit Dzosuiken but the 1st Mate refused to let them off the ship, that's when he learned about why Yung No had those dumb oriental sticks linked together as she hit him squarely in the family Jewels, and then was pushed out of the way by Jurelda and Luretha, Yung No gave him a chop as she passed and Nelaroi resisted the need to treat his wounds. That was why they wanted a new ship quickly, as they expected the crew to come looking and weren't at all sure how the officials would respond.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 14 posts
Fri 21 Feb 2020
at 02:55
  • msg #27

A small delivery

And they pop out at the center GG at  Adigarma
Fate
GM, 3222 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 23 Feb 2020
at 11:36
  • msg #28

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 27):

Despite the banter, the women who know you still understand that you are  in their eyes, still pretty much a kid, and you don't get the satisfaction from them you were looking for. But you know the boundaries, and as long as you don't try to push them you know you will be fine.

You exit out from hyperspace at Adigama, and sensors detect a pair of Gashiddas at the inner and outer gas giants, but none here. You are detected, but you can fully refuel and refine and then depart long before they get here.

Next system?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 15 posts
Sun 23 Feb 2020
at 18:14
  • msg #29

A small delivery

The middle GG at Lirkig to refuel.

I annotate the location of the two Gashiddas at  Adigarma.


With everything going on, it's only during the long jumps that Sdian has any time to consider fooling around. He feels Luretha is the most likely to be willing and applies his attentions there with gentle suggestive actions rather than anything overt. He openly comments that age is relative, not being interested in being seen as a boy when he commands the ship.
Fate
GM, 3224 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 23 Feb 2020
at 19:32
  • msg #30

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 29):

No worries. Make a Sex Appeal roll, with -2 for the age difference.

Next system and planet?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 16 posts
Sun 23 Feb 2020
at 20:03
  • msg #31

A small delivery

Sdian has no such skill/ability/advantage, his will/IQ is 12 ... looks like a lot of touchy feely but no action... yet.

We slip into Raamim and look for the guild. We use our modified Vilani IFF, not Giri's.

[Private to GM: 12:56, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,5.  Luretha self control.
12:58, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,6,6.  Interest  -2. ]
Fate
GM, 3226 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 24 Feb 2020
at 07:01
  • msg #32

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 31):

Lol surely not the first 16yo to assume too much from a cougar! Getting a little ahead of ourselves with systems too.

It is the 22nd of August by the time you arrive in Lirkig system.There are three gas giants here and a desert planet...which one did you jump to? Raamim would be next system...

Lirkig System, 22 Aug 2177, supplies 1895/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 2 parsecs. 2000 supplies = 12 tons = 1 dTon, about the mot you can squeeze in around the car and medical goods.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 17 posts
Mon 24 Feb 2020
at 17:03
  • msg #33

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In reply to Fate (msg # 32):

From msg 29 - The middle GG at Lirkig to refuel. I want to arrive at Raamim with fuel as there are no gas giants.
Fate
GM, 3231 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 24 Feb 2020
at 19:26
  • msg #34

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 33):

The middle gas Giant once again is not patrolled, so you can refuel, and do so. Entering hyperspace as the fuel is refining, you have sufficient refined fuel for this jump.

Exiting at the planet, or at another planet and then flying to the planet?

Raamim System, 29 Aug 2177, supplies 1860/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 2 parsecs.
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:26, Mon 24 Feb 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 18 posts
Mon 24 Feb 2020
at 19:45
  • msg #35

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 34):

Nearby, as I want to scan the place (Passively first) before heading in.  If anyone asks , we'll claim to have had a pre-jump issue or something ..passing asteroid ... something.
Fate
GM, 3232 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 25 Feb 2020
at 09:39
  • msg #36

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 35):

The nearest planet would be a small barren planet in an elliptical orbit that will pass by within 40 hours of the colony when you arrive, but is likely to shield your arrival well.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 19 posts
Tue 25 Feb 2020
at 17:54
  • msg #37

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That sounds good, lets go there and see what we find ... not interested in customs officials and the like.
Fate
GM, 3236 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 26 Feb 2020
at 00:24
  • msg #38

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 37):

You jump to the small planet and hide in its shadow for a bit before slowly rolling around it to observe. You do not seem to have been seen.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 20 posts
Wed 26 Feb 2020
at 02:11
  • msg #39

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 38):

That's nice, let's do a passive scan before we do anything else.
Fate
GM, 3239 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 26 Feb 2020
at 05:37
  • msg #40

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 39):

A passive scan indicates a trio of Shamshir in orbit around the planet, staying together, and accompanied by a pair of Gashiddas.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 21 posts
Wed 26 Feb 2020
at 17:44
  • msg #41

A small delivery

Whoa! seems someone feels this place is important ... Let's watch and see how they treat incoming ships ...

BTW, is this cargo "Contraband?"or is it legal?
Fate
GM, 3240 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 26 Feb 2020
at 19:14
  • msg #42

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 41):

There are not a lot of incoming ships. You may have to wait several days.

This is before the blockade was lifted. This region is still heavily patrolled, apparently.

The Medical supplies of Terran origin have been declared contraband by Lemrukiri. Contraband is defined by those in charge....
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 22 posts
Wed 26 Feb 2020
at 21:56
  • msg #43

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Of course ... so perhaps we should move on and come back after making our delivery.

We'll jump into Pakha, middle GG and try to refuel, our escape is to Ausmuliam if beset.
Fate
GM, 3243 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 27 Feb 2020
at 05:27
  • msg #44

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 43):

There are 5 gas Giants at Pakha, and you target the middle one. There are two Gashiddas there, but the size of the planet means you exit hyperspace about 300,000 miles from them. With your speed you could feasibly run away, drawing them away from the planet, and then double back through the gas giant to refuel.

Or head to Ausmuliam.

Pakha System, 6 Sep 2177, supplies 1825/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 1 parsecs.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 23 posts
Thu 27 Feb 2020
at 20:42
  • msg #45

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 44):

Well if we head away from them and scoop fuel, can we still stay ahead of them? Or perhaps go around the GG a ways before scooping fuel.

Assuming we can scoop fuel and depart, we'll head for Udikkaa, we want to stay away from the Planets, so probably one of the inner GG, as the Vilani seem to have the outer ones posted looking for enemy ships jumping in ... maybe the inner most, or not depending on which is further from the planet.
Fate
GM, 3247 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 28 Feb 2020
at 02:09
  • msg #46

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 45):

Generally the colonies are inside of the Gas Giants, so the inner are the most heavily defended, but since smugglers often use the outer ones, there are often patrols there. Vilani generally lack or are scared of jump points directly to stars, because they are a little more risky, but they are not usually defended.

By leading them in a big circle, you can get around them and refuel...but there would need to be a tactics roll to get around them without giving them a shot at you.

Pakha System, 6 Sep 2177, supplies 1825/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 1 parsecs.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 24 posts
Fri 28 Feb 2020
at 03:54
  • msg #47

A small delivery

OK, we try it, ask Nelaroi to give it her best shot


[Private to GM: 20:50, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,4.  Tactics.  Missed by one...
20:53, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,2,1.  Nelaroi Piloting .  Made by 7]
Fate
GM, 3249 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 28 Feb 2020
at 04:11
  • msg #48

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 47):

The Gashiddas take standard maneuvers, but the piloting skills manage to doge shots fired at the last minute, and as you power away, the missile can't quite catch you, exploding just a few hundred miles short of their target. You race ahead and manage to scoop some fuel as you race past the gas giant and continue out past, programming in a more distant jump point as you race away, putting significant distance between you and your frustrated pursuers.

[OOC: Limited access to the maps, will help if you can post a brief summary of system and where you are headed to. Thanks!]

Udikkaa System, 13 Sep 2177, supplies 1790/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 1 parsecs.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 25 posts
Fri 28 Feb 2020
at 18:31
  • msg #49

A small delivery

We jumped in near the star to avoid Vilani ships. we'll scan passively to find an opportunity to skim some fuel, then head for a jump point for Shir (jump 2); Shir doesn't seem to have any residents, so we'll head for the inner GG and hope it isn't patrolled, as it is far from the action.
Mean while, Sdian is looking for some action ... he'll Nudge (lesser form of hit on) the ladies to see if any of them are similarly inclined.

[Private to GM: 11:27, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,6.  Action luck. someone will have to take pity on him ...  IQ is 12 and he has no direct skill, but does have Body Language, Fast Talk, Carousing etc. all at 11+]
Fate
GM, 3256 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 3 Mar 2020
at 03:25
  • msg #50

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 49):

The system of Shir is thankfully empty. The lack of ships is eerie after the previous systems, but the planet is not anywhere you would go for a holiday. Likely there will be patrols here, but they are not here today, and you can refuel in peace.

The only action seems to be aboard, where Nelaroi finally allows some action...on her terms. And they are not exactly usual terms, but you get what you can...

Shir System, 20 Sep 2177, supplies 1755/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 26 posts
Tue 3 Mar 2020
at 04:08
  • msg #51

A small delivery

Well a little variation is instructive and you do want to keep the pilot happy, but he's not about to let her get dominate. He continues to stay playful with the other ladies as well.

A bit of checking and Sdian decides to head for Gagipagi, probably be the inner GG as no one is likely to be there, given no people or industry.  He'll refuel there ... he asks if anyone has any knowledge of Uriisha, as it is easily the simplest and most direct route. He is not sure why it gets special markings on his charts.
Fate
GM, 3262 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 5 Mar 2020
at 04:15
  • msg #52

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 51):

That is a pity, dominating is exactly the fun she had in mind. She is not keen to play the submissive girl...

Gagipagi has a single habitable planet, but it is a hot and dry place. Heading for the inner gas Giant, you avoid it and find a place you can refuel in peace. Once again, the system is not patrolled. It would seem the patrols are all busy elsewhere.

Uriisha is an odd place, primarily due to the native life there.

Nugriiri

Nugiiri are a small winged species originating on a small planet with less than 0.6 Gs. On such planets they can fly, but on planets with greater gravity they struggle. They have club-like tails and they are very dedicated to their own communities and they live their short lives serving them. Very little is known about them.

Gagipagi System, 27 Sep 2177, supplies 1720/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 27 posts
Thu 5 Mar 2020
at 18:16
  • msg #53

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Not making her be submissive... we can cooperate, but I won't be dominated, and for what it's worth, don't care to be dominate either.

Gagapagi works, map indicates it is barren with no life ...  what sort of operation makes it worth the effort?  Assume mining, but?

After fueling we'll jump to the outer most GG at Uriisha and refuel if not bothered, if we are, we jump straight to Limun.
Fate
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Sun 8 Mar 2020
at 05:55
  • msg #54

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 53):

Given the population is given as zero, I am not sure what operation there you are referring to.

The jump to Uriisha is without incident, and there are no Vilani patrols at the gas giant.

As you are refueling, you get a very uneasy feeling thoug, as if someone is watching you. Extra scans reveal nothing.

Uriisha System, 04 Oct 2177, supplies 1685/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 28 posts
Sun 8 Mar 2020
at 19:17
  • msg #55

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We will jump to Limun's inner GG and refuel, scanning the planet "Hell world" to see where we would/should deliver these drugs.
Also looking for Vilani ships, of course.

OOC - I can change his "Likes Sex" to promiscuous and ditch some other DisAd if you want ... seems more appropriate to the character.

Did Nelaroi play on or disappear in a huff?

Still looking for company in my cabin during off duty times.
Fate
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Sun 8 Mar 2020
at 19:57
  • msg #56

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 55):

She would want some of her games played, or else she would disappear. After all, she is quite  bit older than you...the dis-ads are your choice, I try to play them out as I see them. A boy with a whole lot of mature women...may not have as much chance as you imagined unless they were cougars, and not all would likely be! The uneasiness around Uriisha distracted all the ladies for at least a week.

Limun is a mining colony that is currently under quarantine due to an outbreak of Corona Virus! They are waiting for a supply of medicines that are reputed to help. There is no Vilani patrol in the system...looks like delivery will be a simple affair.

Limun System, 11 Oct 2177, supplies 1650/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 29 posts
Sun 8 Mar 2020
at 20:21
  • msg #57

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OK, re: Nelaroi... she can lead, she cannot dominate ...  so she can have things somewhat her way, but isn't going to dominate the Captain.
Many older women imagine having younger lovers, as do most men. Cougar's are just those who take it much further. As the only male aboard, at least 4 of the women would want attention at least once in a while ... I know there are women like Nuns who eschew sex, but these women all came from an existence where sex was prevalent, expected and a normal part of their life. Perhaps they like the environment where they aren't forced, but I doubt they plan to give it up either.

We'll move to the colony and communicate our arrival. We ask that they not send a big crew to help, as we don't need to catch the virus.
We'll use rebreathers and bioplas suits for three of us when we unload, then decontaminate before re-boarding the ship, with assistance from the other two [Nelaroi and Yung No].

We ask that they one or two with the funds near the landing site, so we can verify amounts, and they can verify the things delivered.
Fate
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Mon 9 Mar 2020
at 05:16
  • msg #58

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 57):

True, but you would need to stay far from civilization for a long time before you are the only option!

Nelaroi is happy to lead, though a few times you have to hold her in check a little.

They suggest that you use a small landing zone outside of the atmosphere, where the virus cannot survive. The suggest that you pick up payment when you drop the goods, but ask that your ship not depart until they have verified the goods. You note the landing spot they indicate is nearby a Beam emplacement.
Sdian McGuire
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Mon 9 Mar 2020
at 17:41
  • msg #59

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OK, is the beam emplacement limited in bearing in anyway (ie doesn't have 360º field of fire at low angles)? If so, we slip in under it's field of fire and land in a safe blind spot.

If not we suggest that the beam emplacement makes us uncomfortable and we want another spot that isn't threatening ... good business requires some trust but not under the gun.
Fate
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Mon 9 Mar 2020
at 19:05
  • msg #60

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 59):

The light turret has a full 360 degree field of fire. Their response is that this is just a precaution, since they are paying you before verifying that the goods are as required, and if they are not, they do not have the cash to pay twice, which would essentially subject them to a disease without a cure. They do apologize for that, but point out that smugglers are not the most trustworthy folk, especially when their lives are at stake.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 31 posts
Mon 9 Mar 2020
at 21:08
  • msg #61

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OK, So back to my suggestion, you send two folks out ...  we verify they amount, but your guys hold it while we put the meds on the ground, you give us the cash  and we establish a relationship. Smart business men never screw their customers, as word gets around.


OOC - with Nelaroi, I am going to make every effort to make sure she has a good time. And that the others hear it ...
Fate
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Tue 10 Mar 2020
at 07:19
  • msg #62

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 61):

"We would like to think so. Ok, but we do not actually release the funds until we have checked the goods."

With Nelaroi, like many females, she keeps it to herself! Possibly because, unlike males, other females do not want to know...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 32 posts
Tue 10 Mar 2020
at 17:31
  • msg #63

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In reply to Fate (msg # 62):

That's fine ... My customer and I don't want to be stiffed any more than you do.  And I am merely the go between; I received a wrapped pallet and am delivering a wrapped pallet.
Fate
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Tue 10 Mar 2020
at 19:18
  • msg #64

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 63):

"We understand that you are not the customer, but the delivery. We are told the Terran Government is the sponsor. We appreciate you might be an honest smuggler, but not all are, and we cannot afford to take the risk."

Two individuals come out of the base some distance from the turret with a small case, which they place on the ground and then move back. Both are armed.
Sdian McGuire
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Tue 10 Mar 2020
at 21:53
  • msg #65

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We land reasonably close to the case, only I will go to look at it, while Luretha and Jurelda open the cargo bay and rig the loading beam to lift and slide the cargo out.  [I am thinking the ship has an overhead trackway with a hoist on it, the track can be extended about 2 -2.5 meters so heavy items can be lifted and loaded/unloaded, Pallets are the preferred means of carrying goods, but odd sized stuff can be loaded too.]

I carefully check the case visually before opening it and verifying the funds are as should be .. I then put everything down in the case, stand up and wave the two men over to the pallet to inspect the goods. I was not aware that these were Terran meds, I thought they were from Girii. Do you have anything to send back?
Fate
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Wed 11 Mar 2020
at 08:36
  • msg #66

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 65):

Payment is in gems, as mining colonies often can, and it all appears to be in order. Though without the ability to appraise, you are not really sure.

The two individuals go over to inspect the cargo, opening it and looking for some time. Then they seem satisfied, and indicate for you to make the exchange.

They indicate that they would like to transfer an odd shipment to a neighboring planet Uriisha. It is not a difficult job, but they can never seem to find traders that want to go there. Pay is just $60,000, but it is a single jump.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 34 posts
Wed 11 Mar 2020
at 18:24
  • msg #67

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OK, what are we taking?
Fate
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Wed 11 Mar 2020
at 19:25
  • msg #68

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 67):

The package is a small shipping container (2 dTon) that is sealed with a special seal. The contents are unknown.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 35 posts
Thu 12 Mar 2020
at 18:44
  • msg #69

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I actually was answering this when I was called off to do something yesterday:

A sealed unknown package could be a bomb or anything imaginable ... no deal.
Fate
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Thu 12 Mar 2020
at 18:49
  • msg #70

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 69):

They are a little surprised.

"As you said, word gets around. If we blew up our smugglers, we would soon be isolated. We are happy to send a representative along for the trip if yo prefer."
Sdian McGuire
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Thu 12 Mar 2020
at 20:12
  • msg #71

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LoL, A bomb leaves few to report, but I was thinking we might just be delivering it ... still, even with a representative I wish to know what I am carrying.
Fate
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Fri 13 Mar 2020
at 21:40
  • msg #72

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 71):

"It is not harmful in any way. This is really more...economic contraband."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 37 posts
Fri 13 Mar 2020
at 22:48
  • msg #73

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OK, that's fine... so what's the secret?  I don't know, it don't go.
Fate
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Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 01:39
  • msg #74

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 73):

"It is expensive. Fine, it is gems, but now that you know, we insist you take at least 3 armed guards and bring them back, for the same price. That is the price of knowing."

They are obviously a little irate at having to tell you the contents. Most smugglers do not insist on knowing.
Sdian McGuire
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Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 02:54
  • msg #75

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How was the one man coming back? The two or three can come back the same way ... jewels are just pretty rocks, peddling them would bring me maybe 20% of their value and likely ruin my business.  If they are jewels, I'll drop them off with your man or men ... do understand we don't have a lot of room for passengers. Also understand that you don't threaten us; we are doing you a favor, or not if you are concerned about us delivering. Do the receiving group know they are coming ? How would we find them? When we came through there was a sense of being watched ... don't think we are going to sneak in.
Fate
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Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 03:12
  • msg #76

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 75):

"One man was willing to stay there, the rest are not. Hence, they need to be brought back. The locals are...very observant. They will find you as they are expecting this, as payment for their previous attempts to help us. We don't threaten you, but you ask a lot of us, and we therefore feel, since we have obliged you, you should return the favour.

They will take with them two weeks food. Basic accommodation for two will be sufficient, since one will remain on sentry duty."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 41 posts
Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 15:07
  • msg #77

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OK , we’ll keep at least two up at all times
Fate
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Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 21:44
  • msg #78

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 77):

So let them load the goods on, along with the guards?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 43 posts
Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 22:25
  • msg #79

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Yes, reluctantly, the crew (Me and the ladies) will be armed at all times and anyone messing with the ladies is subject to a space walk. I will make sure that is understood by these guards. I will not have my crew messed with.
Fate
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Sun 15 Mar 2020
at 02:35
  • msg #80

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 79):

Right. The guards are burly miners though, and after a week with real men, they crew themselves might be messing with the guards...

But on boarding, the men make it clear they understand. As long as no-one messes with the cargo, they will do their best to stay out of your way, even helping out from time to time. Apparently, one turns out to be a pretty good pastry chef...fortunately they brought spare supplies.
Sdian McGuire
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Sun 15 Mar 2020
at 02:45
  • msg #81

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Won't stop the girls, but will take it personally.

We jump to Uriisha and on exiting, go looking fr contact.
Fate
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Sun 15 Mar 2020
at 06:37
  • msg #82

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 81):

The week in Hyperspace is uneventful, outside the small craft. Inside, Luretha and particularly Yung No are not seen in the Cockpit much. Yung No, being an engineering type, was never there often though so that was not noticed so much. But nothing is said.

On departure from hyperspace, you are given directions to land at a certain location on the planet. You are not really sure how, though. There is nothing through the radio or any normal modes of communication.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 45 posts
Sun 15 Mar 2020
at 19:50
  • msg #83

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OK, But I know where engineering is and as captain, do check on things regularly ... Luretha is duly noted.
Yung No is sensors as I remember, Luretha was Engineering with Jurelda as  second in engineering.

We land where instructed, but Nelaroi and I both discuss this, Yung No as well if present at sensors.
Fate
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Mon 16 Mar 2020
at 19:34
  • msg #84

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 83):

A few times when dropping by you observe the guards departing, and the ladies with broad smiles. They are not shy to discuss things if asked, but do not offer more information than asked for.

Luretha is present when you land...she is always present for her duties. The landing is without hitches. The small local inhabitants talk little, but you seems to sense rather than hear what they are talking about. On meeting them, they sense your uneasiness, and you have the thought that you are still a child in their eyes, though they respect you for what your father accomplished, as you yourself have not accomplished that much yourself. In fact, it is respect for your father that hinders your relationships with most of them. You find it hard to understand where the thought came from...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 46 posts
Mon 16 Mar 2020
at 21:51
  • msg #85

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Sdian is confused a bit by the thought and where they came from ... his irritation with the women refusing him, but carrying on with some stray Goons is high in his thoughts, he has to keep forcing it down so he can deal with things fairly and fight the urger to hold Grudges.

He facilitates the Transfer of the can.
Fate
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Tue 17 Mar 2020
at 06:33
  • msg #86

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 85):

A 2 dTon can is not a small object weighing several tons, yet it is removed by the small locals with one hand! They ask if you can transfer back to the colony with the guards an additional 5 dTon cargo of food for $50,000, payable by the colony. You notice the race does not seem to have vocal organs!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 47 posts
Tue 17 Mar 2020
at 16:38
  • msg #87

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Sure, be glad to, hate empty runs ...


OOC - Be back on in about 8-10 hours... another trip to Dr. taking others.
Fate
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Tue 17 Mar 2020
at 19:20
  • msg #88

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 87):

They move a second container of goods into the cargo hold. The container is made of wood.

The strange aliens wish you good day.


Uriisha System, 18 Oct 2177, supplies 1615/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 48 posts
Wed 18 Mar 2020
at 00:08
  • msg #89

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We reverse course with only two guards his time?  Sdian watches ... controlling his simmering anger.
In a week we are back at Limun, looking for the $50k promised.
Fate
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Wed 18 Mar 2020
at 06:13
  • msg #90

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 89):

The third, since you are going there anyway, also want to return home. The boys and girls continue to play on the way back, and on your return you find that the medicines have pretty much cured the outbreak. You are invited to land at the Starport.

Limun System, 18 Oct 2177, supplies 1615/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 49 posts
Wed 18 Mar 2020
at 19:07
  • msg #91

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OK, deliver the food stuffs on payment, I pointedly Ask Luretha and any others if they want to go with their new manly boy friends and start Advertising/looking for new crew ... engineering and ??? [I didn't think Yung No was a likely candidate, but your game]
Fate
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Wed 18 Mar 2020
at 19:19
  • msg #92

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 91):

On a mining colony, it is not hard to find other volunteers for engineering. A large gruff Geonee gentleman is quite willing to take advantage of the opportunity as he does not seem particularly wealthy, although Luretha is not so keen to leave. She has a history, like you, that is not conducive to staying in one place for long.

Yung No, like many women from the Asian culture, is looking for a man to settle down with and she seeks someone at least as old as herself, and preferably with good resources. This place offers no-one to settle down with, so she wanted to play with a man who was at least as big as her and older...

The crew were playing around, but object when you show jealousy, pointing out that you do not own them. You have been with Nelly, so they get quite annoyed that you would want more. If you press the point, it is likely to get heated...
Sdian McGuire
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Wed 18 Mar 2020
at 22:48
  • msg #93

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Well excuse me for being Human ... And Male. It really rubs my ass, so deal with it.
I offered to let you go with them, didn't order you off.
I will if it should ever become necessary, but it won't over this sort of thing unless it gets way out of hand. I haven't required anything of anyone except an honest days work, but do contemplate how you'd feel if everyone didn't want anything to do with you and then turned around and carried on with a bunch of strangers.


He'll verify with the planet that it has no further loads to send and then pack up [ did we swap the food for money?]. We'll head back toward Girii to get paid for the delivery of Medicines.
Fate
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Thu 19 Mar 2020
at 04:23
  • msg #94

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 93):

The swap for the cash is made. The girls, particularly Luretha, is astonished.

"Really? You are a child, and you expect two grown women to wait in line to share you? Either you have a seriously oversized ego, or you are Geonee and consider us as possessions! Your father at least understood women do not like to share. Especially not children! So what are we to you?"

The others look on with some distaste. Even Nelly is not happy she was not enough for you...
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:23, Thu 19 Mar 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 51 posts
Thu 19 Mar 2020
at 17:02
  • msg #95

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OOC - Umm you sure are stretching things a lot  ;-)  This may be a very short thread at this rate; was hoping for a happy ship with a playboy atmosphere.

1. I am NOT a child, though I may be younger than you are.
2. I don't expect a line at my cabin door ...  and I don't expect to be sloughed off for any guy who shows up.
3. No one is anyone's possession. Some though, choose to become more than just employees.
4. You are the crew and I am the Captain; I didn't think I was that distasteful as a captain or a human, but if that is the case, please feel free to find a better ship on which to serve.
5. At the moment, only Nelly and Jurelda* seem to fit here. As for my Father, he slept with several of you and loved you all in his own way.  He taught me most of what I know, and I have been with other women too; the only difference was my fathers ship had a slightly larger crew.
6. I prefer to care for my crew like they are family, as did my Father. That in fact was how Jurelda was able to know I was a friend and I to know she was trustable as well; she hasn't felt any requirement to visit my cabin and is none the worse for it.  But any who dislike this set up may go. I'll live here in the ship alone if need be.

So as not to have any more dissension, we need to settle this now. If service on my ship is so undesirable, get off of it while you can.

* The two who did not mess around with the guards.  Sdian chooses not to mention that he and Jurelda have previously been intimate, although she was slightly inebriated that evening... she was slighly abashed inthe Morning, but Sdian treated her well and they consecrated their friendship before she left in the morning.

Until we settle things, the ship stays on Limun ... thinking in terms of an hour perahaps
Fate
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Thu 19 Mar 2020
at 19:37
  • msg #96

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 95):

In my experiences with women, this is not a stretch at all! I have met very few woman that would not get upset at their partner sleeping around! So for three adult women to share a teenager (even one in a position of authority) would be extremely unusual, especially if they had slept with his father! Such women would rarely stick to just one partner, and would usually be offended, as is the case here, if it was suggested the teenager could sleep around but they could not! Since Nelly is the one who has slept with you, the others, out of friendship with her, do not.

They are happy to serve on the ship as crew and accept you as captain, as long as they are able to sleep with whoever they choose without you getting upset. It was you getting upset about them sleeping around that irritated them and made them feel like possessions.
Sdian McGuire
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Thu 19 Mar 2020
at 20:46
  • msg #97

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In reply to Fate (msg # 96):

In 21st century Australia I believe you... most of the US is the same, but not all of it. Think back to the Hippie generation with 'free love' and all sorts of partner swapping, sometimes with drugs to be sure, but not always. It still exists in a few places.
Then think of other societies ... Germany is somewhat more promiscuous than we are (can't speak for the rest of Europe) and even Sydney was a bit looser when I was there in the late '60s on R&R.  Other places vary as well and polygamy is still extant ... as close as Northern Arizona and Southern Utah!  Some "devout" Mormons still think of it as God's Intent. Then there were the Polynesians... they had sex about as often as we shake hands and considered it about the same, if you like it, do it, everyone can ask and not so many refuse, any more than you would refuse to shake hands with someone. Of course, since sex was everywhere and unencumbered, men didn't act like jerks either.

Now we transition to a different time, with medical ability to prevent unwanted conception and cure most all if not all STDs. These women haven't much inclination to settle down and feel free to carry on with whom they please when they please.  Basically good for the Goose, Good for the Gander. Certainly there are women who expect to settle down in a marriage and raise a family, but these aren't those sorts of women for a variety of reasons.

Sdian isn't so mad that the girls had a fling as he is that they wouldn't fling with him, but then did with some total strangers. He thought they had all helped each other out of a spot and were happily working together; so his shorts got in a knot when they shred with others what they wouldn't share with him.
He feels close to both Nelly and Jurelda; he'd cheerfully please either and expects to take care of them when need be. He expects them to not be jealous of each other or any of the other girls ...  and of course if they want to fool around, that is their right. If they want to settle down with someone, he will bid them well (but no longer feel any obligations toward them). So sort of a loose free love society with some of the Polynesian overtones ... I am aware that couples did become monogamous in Polynesian society by mutual agreement for as long as they both agreed to be monogamous.
Fate
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Fri 20 Mar 2020
at 01:23
  • msg #98

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 97):

While I do get that, there is also the element that Vilani society in general is pretty conservative, and that is where all non Terrans or non barbarians hail from. Yong Ho has plans to settle down, and that she did not see you as a suitable partner is why she did not sleep with you, but was willing to to try and'entrap' one of the miners. She may yet succeed, with your permission, of course. Luretha just has different tastes.

But if you have seen the movie 'No strings attached' it has an accurate representation of what usually happens, even in Polynesian and 'permissive' cultures. People do get attached as they get older, and older folks want different things to kids. That is what I am representing here, and usually it is the younger folks who don't get that, so you are quite in character!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 53 posts
Fri 20 Mar 2020
at 03:14
  • msg #99

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OK, so if Young No is inclined to leave, I will pay her her due and wish her well.
Luretha has to declare herself, if she leaves, I'll have to take the Geonee aboard.

I can handle sensors and comms, maybe not as well as Yung No, but well enough to get on with our travel.

The rest of us get ready to depart;  No out bound cargo ? anything we can purchase that might make us a some cash? Like maybe some jewels or rare metals?
Fate
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Fri 20 Mar 2020
at 04:04
  • msg #100

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In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 99):

[OOC: I never intended to imply you, the player, was a child. Just the character, to be clear on that! For a playboy atmosphere, you kind of needed an older 'father figure' that exuded security, kind of like in the playboy mansion, rather than a young teenager! Maybe if you pick up a couple of even younger chicks it might work out like that...in a year or so when you have some real experience!]

Unfortunately for Yung No, the guard was just having fun. She is rather upset, and stays in her cabin after finding this out on the first day.

Luretha toys with the idea of going, but seems undecided. Her new 'friends' will certainly give her a warm welcome, but she will not get paid as well there.

The Geonee, on the other hand, does not seem to treat women so well, in typical Geonee fashion, he asks which one will do his washing and ironing if he joins you. Then he asks which one is the cook...

You are able to purchase uncut gemstones (1/5th the price of cut ones) for $10,000 per 0.1 dTon if you choose. Gems are expensive!

Limun System, 18 Oct 2177, supplies 1615/2000 (35 per week), Fuel left: 4 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 54 posts
Fri 20 Mar 2020
at 19:11
  • msg #101

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OOC - I am thinking Sdian is a good bit more experienced than most his age...  but we'll go with it just to keep things moving.

During the Interview, Sdian realizes the Geonee isn't going to live long in his ship and says he'll get back with him.  Later he will explain the current engineer isn't leaving.  We will close up the ship and leave before Luretha comes to a decision, as the Geonee would be a disaster.

Not sure how much cash we have on hand, but expect we could buy 0.3-0.5 tons ... based on my knowledge (and any others knowledge)


12:07, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,3,5.  Merchant .  2 over skill
12:09, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,1.  Merchant - Jurelda. CRIT, Way under her 13 skill ;-)
Fate
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Fri 20 Mar 2020
at 22:10
  • msg #102

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 101):

Despite paying the crew $20,000 out of the $50,000, Jurelda manages to convince them to sell 0.8 dTon for the remaining $30,000! It is a fantastic price, and you close up quickly once it is loaded, thanking them for their custom, and launch into orbit before you even have a destination, before anyone can change their minds!

Yung No asks "So, where are we headed now?"

Limun System, 18 Oct 2177, supplies 1615/2000 (35 per week), 0.8 dTon, Gemstones!
Fuel left: 4 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 55 posts
Fri 20 Mar 2020
at 23:31
  • msg #103

A small delivery

A good question Yung, Jurelda, where do you think the best market for these might be?  I'm thinking Girii or that new AK system I heard about, as they both are doing a lot of ship construction. We set course via Uriishi and Gagapagi.


When he can, Sdian will speak softly with Yung No, saying he is sorry for what happened to her, but unfortunately a great many men are bastards, who will say anything to get intimate and then walk off afterward feeling no responsibility or even care for their partner. He offers to try and help her find a decent man.

He will thank Jurelda publicly, and again privately thank her for her skill and ability, he assures her that he will not forget her aid.

He also rubs Nelly's shoulders and thanks her for standing by him, even if he looked way off base. Again, he won't forget her actions.
Fate
GM, 3319 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 21 Mar 2020
at 00:29
  • msg #104

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 103):

Yung replies "Heavy industry uses gemstones for making a lot of things, from Jewellery to weapons. A heavily industrialized planet, preferably with few connections to other mining planets, will get the best price. It may even be worth heading coreward...still want to go to Uriishi?"

In the private conversation later, she thanks him and appreciates his help, though she is not sure someone as young as him would be in a good position to find a man ready to settle down with a woman.

The actions with the other ladies does much to settle feelings.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 56 posts
Sat 21 Mar 2020
at 04:00
  • msg #105

A small delivery

Yes Yung, I was thinking along those lines as well, it's just that not so many Vilani planets are doing a lot of heavy industry and those that are, are not places that we would be at all comfortable in, I'd prefer to make a slightly smaller profit and skip the heavy handed controls.

But I am at a loss for industrialized worlds anywhere near us ... I only know of Girii and that AK world as being somewhat industrialized and building ships.
Fate
GM, 3322 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 21 Mar 2020
at 04:39
  • msg #106

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 105):

She starts going through the charts.

"Hmmm, Shakiimi and Gadarur both have over a billion folk and are heavily industiralized, though the Naval base at Gadarur would suggest it may not be the most comfortable place for a smuggler.

A huh! Ushmi is a perfect spot. 5 weeks through systems we do not have charts for, because they are not technically part of this subsector, which means no criminal tracing, unless you did something to anger the Ziru Sirka himself!" She looks at you quizzically...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 57 posts
Sat 21 Mar 2020
at 21:19
  • msg #107

A small delivery

Sdian Laughs ... No, I don't think so... Not sure how comfortable I am going through Shululsish, but it is a possibility. Does anyone else have a suggestion?
Fate
GM, 3324 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 22 Mar 2020
at 00:00
  • msg #108

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 107):

"Then a whole new sector could br a great idea!"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 58 posts
Sun 22 Mar 2020
at 02:47
  • msg #109

A small delivery

I thought Shululsish was supporting Lemrukiri?
Fate
GM, 3325 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 22 Mar 2020
at 19:30
  • msg #110

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 109):

"They are. That is why going to a neighbouring sector is a good idea."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 59 posts
Sun 22 Mar 2020
at 20:46
  • msg #111

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 110):
Well it looks like going through Shululsish is a necessity ... unless you are talking about going through those unknown systems coreward and trailing.

OOC - is this all Yung No speaking?
Fate
GM, 3328 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 23 Mar 2020
at 01:50
  • msg #112

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 111):

Yes, looking at her charts.

"Why go through Shulimish at all? Why not go through Maragi and 0207? Sure, we would have to buy charts, but do what?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 60 posts
Mon 23 Mar 2020
at 01:55
  • msg #113

A small delivery

OK, perhaps they will have charts at Maragi ... and I don't know what you are asking when you say "But Do What?"
Fate
GM, 3331 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 23 Mar 2020
at 19:25
  • msg #114

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 113):

Sorry, phone posting, was meant to be 'but so what.'

Charts should be readily available at Maragi. Head there?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 61 posts
Mon 23 Mar 2020
at 19:47
  • msg #115

A small delivery

Yes, I'll thank Yung No for her research and aid, we'll go to Maragi.  We'll see how the next week of confinement in Hyper-Space goes.
Fate
GM, 3332 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 24 Mar 2020
at 04:11
  • msg #116

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 115):

With a destination decided, you set course for Maragi and slip into hyperspace.

The ladies seem rather subdued after the heated discussions. If you want to improve their response, let's go with an influence roll, then we can rp it!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 62 posts
Tue 24 Mar 2020
at 04:32
  • msg #117

A small delivery

He can read the feelings pretty well, but is just slightly off his schmoozing ...



21:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,3,5.  Diplomacy.         Missed by one
21:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,3.  Body Language.   By 4
Fate
GM, 3334 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 24 Mar 2020
at 05:24
  • msg #118

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 117):

You pick up that Nelaroi is a bit confused about where things stand with her. She could be comforted into spending a few nights with you, but not the others.
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:28, Wed 25 Mar 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 63 posts
Tue 24 Mar 2020
at 20:29
  • msg #119

A small delivery

I admit to feeling a bit out of sorts with the others, but not with her, and suggests we should talk it out. I'll let it go from there and see how things go. If physical closeness makes her feel better then we'll do that.

We can Open Erotic Art (skill) and Sex Appeal at 0 if you wish ... obviously things he is applying himself too.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:44, Wed 25 Mar 2020.
Fate
GM, 3338 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 24 Mar 2020
at 21:37
  • msg #120

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 119):

If you want to use them, roll against default. Otherwise, you can take things slowly. If you do actually love her, she will want to know. In fact, she asks specifically...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 64 posts
Tue 24 Mar 2020
at 23:54
  • msg #121

A small delivery

I do not yet know you so well as to profess such feelings... but I consider you family and very close. I was hurt when those other girls carried on with those  men and ignored me. Men too have feelings and I felt very rejected, I was very pleased you treated me well, assuming you had some feelings for me and what I have tried to do.  You are special among this crew, and Jurleda is, as she was on my Father's ship for a long time. The others don't care and that little cavort seems to have hurt Yung No quite a bit. I think we do need to rebuild relationships and trust again among the whole crew ... do you feel differently?
You already have my trust and are welcome to talk with me any time I am free.

At the moment he isn't arousing her sexual interest in the least as they talk about how to get over the misunderstandings in the crew.
16:52, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,6,6.  Sex Appeal.

Sex Appeal - HT -3 Default  HT/Average skill  = 8
Erotic Art  - DX-5 Default     DX/Average skill  = 7
This message was last edited by the player at 21:52, Wed 25 Mar 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 65 posts
Wed 25 Mar 2020
at 03:27
  • msg #122

A small delivery

As they discuss things, Sdian relaxes and makes little jokes as he stops being the Captain and more of a friend


20:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,3,4.  Sex Appeal.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:54, Wed 25 Mar 2020.
Fate
GM, 3342 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 25 Mar 2020
at 19:28
  • msg #123

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 122):

She does relax a little and aloow you to comfort her.

Actually, I was thinking of Nelaroi, not Luretha...sorry my bad. Feel free to edit above, as I have. She will allow you to sleep with her, slowing growing closer as the week goes on.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 66 posts
Wed 25 Mar 2020
at 22:05
  • msg #124

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 123):

I amended it as best I could ... Nelly is much easier to relax with and I'll let her get close physically with little concern for how it might be taken. I do confide that I am none too pleased with Luretha and rather neutral on Yung No as I find it hard to think of them as Family and trusted. I will admit that I am guilty of having a wandering eye and a lot of curiosity about women, like all young men, but want Nelly to know she is special for me ... Even if she is 12 years older than I am.


OOC - I noted that Nelaroi had Area Knowledge Milky Way twice... I deleted one of them... saved a point!
This message was last edited by the player at 22:07, Wed 25 Mar 2020.
Fate
GM, 3346 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 27 Mar 2020
at 22:32
  • msg #125

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 124):

[OOC: I changed area knowledge (milky way) to specific subsectors, so they could be useful! Area Knowledge (the entire Universe) ir rather too broad!]

Nelly takes kindly to your confessions of not being so close to the others, as her relationship warms.

"We women like to feel we can count on you to have our backs, even against other women if needed. I don't mean to be possessive, but I do want to be able to count on you. I know you are younger, but with time the difference gets easier to ignore, if you act more mature!

The other ladies are coworkers...it takes time to become family, and it should."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 67 posts
Fri 27 Mar 2020
at 22:52
  • msg #126

A small delivery

I agree except with Jurelda, who I knew as a boy and young man growing up. She too can be relied on, perhaps we should have her in to understand that clearly. To soothe your mind, she has not been the least bit forward or intimate in any way.
Fate
GM, 3348 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 27 Mar 2020
at 22:56
  • msg #127

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 126):

"Then what exactly are you suggesting?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 68 posts
Sat 28 Mar 2020
at 03:52
  • msg #128

A small delivery

That those of us who we see as trusted and family know each other, and no, that doesn't mean biblically. That's another issue which also benefits from trust and close feelings.
Fate
GM, 3351 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 28 Mar 2020
at 05:29
  • msg #129

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 128):

She looks even more confused...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 69 posts
Sat 28 Mar 2020
at 18:28
  • msg #130

A small delivery

OK, we obviously aren't communicating ... you need to talk to me and explain what it is you are looking for.



OOC- If you don't object I am going to bump his age one year to 17 ... it just seems to fit a bit better, then in July (game time) he turns 18...
Fate
GM, 3352 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 29 Mar 2020
at 07:15
  • msg #131

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 130):

"I um unsure if you are suggesting that I accept that you may have several partners, whist at the same time talking about biblical family? What are you envisioning?"

Feel free to mark his birthday as any date you see fit, but record it on his sheet!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 70 posts
Sun 29 Mar 2020
at 21:02
  • msg #132

A small delivery

I see ... No, I am not speaking of a biblical family I don't think, rather a group of people that know and can rely on each other in thick and thin.
As for who we sleep with, that is between whomever is involved and could vary from one to the next as the people are different.  I sense that you wish a monogamous relationship, and I am not against it, But will not refuse Jurelda if she asks. If she doesn't there is no issue. I would resent you telling her I was off limits, but I think she can see that and will not encroach on you and I except in very serious conditions. Am I prepared to settle down and raise a family, no, I think you can see that and we can prevent that issue. Will I settle down in the future ... Yes, I think so. I saw what my Father's choices did to his family and do not wish to follow that path.
Fate
GM, 3355 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 03:34
  • msg #133

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 132):

"I see. I appreciate your honesty, and I should not expect more from someone so young. Your approach is...mature enough. Lets just enjoy each other's company for now then."

You spend time together before the hyperspace alarm reminds you of where you are. As you come out of hyperspace, there is a Gashidda 100,000 miles away, dead ahead, signalling for you to leave to for inspection!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 71 posts
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 04:20
  • msg #134

A small delivery

We will heave to, as we are traveling as legitimate merchants. We will ask them for maps of the area ... maybe they will share ;-)
I have the crew make sure everything is ship shape and I check too.


[Private to GM: Of Course... 21:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,4,5.  Leadership. one over.]
Fate
GM, 3358 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 07:18
  • msg #135

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 134):

You are a little flustered by your first customs inspection, and rather than portraying the rock solid image you intend, it rather comes across as arrogance to the crew, who suggest you reign it in by the time the inspection craft arrives.

The craft, a small assault shuttle, comes aboard, and asks to see the ships transport logs.

"Who are you, what business do you have travelling in regions you do not have maps for?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 72 posts
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 19:09
  • msg #136

A small delivery

Sdian McGuire, we made a delivery to  Limun and they offered us this load, which would be best sold at an industrialized Planet, we were thinking Ushimi. My intent was to land here and purchase maps for our trip.
Fate
GM, 3365 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 19:22
  • msg #137

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 136):

"Ok, mind if we check the cargo?"

They are pretty insistent, though polite...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 73 posts
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 19:31
  • msg #138

A small delivery

Shrug... OK, industrial stones aren't very pretty though  [we did see these and know what they look like, it would be dumb not to know].
Fate
GM, 3368 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 19:44
  • msg #139

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 138):

It quickly becomes apparent they have done this before, recognizing the stones as uncut gemstones, and asking for some 'samples' to check for 'illegal substances'.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 74 posts
Mon 30 Mar 2020
at 20:02
  • msg #140

A small delivery

OK, we give them each a handful ... then ask if they could transfer the sector maps to us by hard disk, say for another handful?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 75 posts
Wed 1 Apr 2020
at 02:38
  • msg #141

A small delivery

Perhaps another handful more?
Fate
GM, 3371 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 1 Apr 2020
at 09:06
  • msg #142

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 141):

"If you give us some blank jump tapes, we can arrange for a few systems. Which ones do you want?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 76 posts
Wed 1 Apr 2020
at 18:42
  • msg #143

A small delivery

Sdian asks Yung No to get two blank Jump tapes.  I think if you can provide  information for these, we should be OK  3109,3208, 0207, 0308, 0407, 0509, 0511
Fate
GM, 3373 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 2 Apr 2020
at 21:15
  • msg #144

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 143):

"Sure, but we will need 1 tape per system."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 77 posts
Thu 2 Apr 2020
at 23:15
  • msg #145

A small delivery

OK, Give him seven blanks Yung... I thought he could get a couple on a tape.
I would assume we have large tapes, not small ones ... I'd think we could get multiple systems on a tape.

OOC - Wow!! That's a really inefficient way to store and transfer Navigation Data in the 24th century!  A large merchant ship would need a huge library to move around freely. Maybe that is what they want, don't know, But the Terran method is vastly superior.
Fate
GM, 3377 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 3 Apr 2020
at 01:45
  • msg #146

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 145):

Control is a big part of it, but the 'tapes' are like small USB drives...pretty small. Vilani Merchants gaurd their libraries jealously.

They take them back to the Gashidda, instructing you to standby.

After 3 hours they return, with the disks, but the commander also wants to take a look at the cargo...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 78 posts
Fri 3 Apr 2020
at 02:48
  • msg #147

A small delivery

Ri-i-ght ...  so he wants a handful or so to test too?
Vilani Commander
NPC, 11 posts
Com. Eleni Managudeli
Fri 3 Apr 2020
at 04:55
  • msg #148

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 147):

"Yes, of course. It is I who has to sign of on where these are going, after all."

He hold the tape drives in his hand...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 79 posts
Fri 3 Apr 2020
at 19:35
  • msg #149

A small delivery

OK.... sigh... give him some too... but we scoop, he doesn't. we'll be sure he gets a few more than the other Thieves.
Fate
GM, 3380 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 4 Apr 2020
at 04:25
  • msg #150

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 149):

He carefully looks over his share, before letting you know that his cousin is Commander in the next system. He let's you know a few key phrases that can ensure you pass through unmolested.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 80 posts
Sat 4 Apr 2020
at 20:07
  • msg #151

A small delivery

We thank him kindly ... and as soon as he is gone, we security scan and load the data for the jump to Maragi into the Terran computer. We choose the inner most GG hoping to avoid any company. We suspect the phrases mean "Hey this guy has some good shit, get some before you let him move on".

During the jump, we'll security scan and load all the data into the terran computer, then review each system's data for any useful data, like patrols and contact frequencies.
Fate
GM, 3382 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 4 Apr 2020
at 23:30
  • msg #152

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 151):

Once the security department, you will need to refuel. There is the option for wilderness refueling, which will take a day, or you can buy unrefined fuel locally for $2000 for a full tank.

You are at Maragi. Basil (0207) has a single star and 4 gas Giants. The large planet here has high CO2 readings requiring a respirator with an oxygen bottle, and it is used as a here growing farming colony...where do you jump to?

Basil System, 02 Nov 2177, supplies 1545/2000 (35 per week), 0.79 dTon, Gemstones.
Fuel left: 2 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 81 posts
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 03:35
  • msg #153

A small delivery

Let's jump to Basil and see what sorts of food items are available to augment our frozen rations. We can refuel from a GG or on the planet depending on prices.
Fate
GM, 3384 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 03:46
  • msg #154

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 153):

Jumping directly to the pllanet, you are met by the usual Gashidda patrol, which hails you.

Basil System, 02 Nov 2177, supplies 1545/2000 (35 per week), 0.79 dTon, Gemstones.
Fuel left: 2 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 82 posts
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 03:52
  • msg #155

A small delivery

We hail them back , telling them we wish to land and buy food and fuel.  We head for the planet's star base, assuming it has one.

We will keep the ship sealed but dig out two breather sets for myself and Jurelda.
Fate
GM, 3386 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 03:55
  • msg #156

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 155):

Do you use the phrases indicated at the previous system?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 83 posts
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 04:01
  • msg #157

A small delivery

We try one and se what the reaction is...
Fate
GM, 3387 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 04:53
  • msg #158

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 157):

Only one was given

There is a pause, and then they ask for your intentions in this system.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 84 posts
Sun 5 Apr 2020
at 23:46
  • msg #159

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 158):

we wish to land and buy food and fuel
Vilani Patrol
NPC, 56 posts
Sun 12 Apr 2020
at 23:05
  • msg #160

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 159):

"Sure. But customs,, who I have no control over, may want to inspect you on landing. Wilderness refueling will be cheaper. You are cleared to pass."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 85 posts
Mon 13 Apr 2020
at 02:47
  • msg #161

A small delivery

We thank you for the information.

Sdian holds a quick conference to see if anyone HAS to land, pointing out the potential costs.
Then heads for the GG assuming there is no critical need to land.
Fate
GM, 3395 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 13 Apr 2020
at 08:00
  • msg #162

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 161):

The crew are quite keen on not landing and leaving any kind of paper trail. You move to a part of the planet that is not inhabited as directed by the patrol, and scoop up water before the refiners begin turning it into hydrogen fuel.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 86 posts
Mon 13 Apr 2020
at 22:38
  • msg #163

A small delivery

We will head for a jump point to 0407. Outer GG we continue our trip.
Sdian will do what he can to keep things calm cool and socially acceptable.
Any one in his cabin is assumed to be looking for physical closeness.
Fate
GM, 3399 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 18 Apr 2020
at 11:36
  • msg #164

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 163):

You head to the outer gas giant after another week in hyperspace. Urud is a desolate mining system with 800,000 workers, many barbarian slaves who committed crimes against the empire and have been sentenced to life in the mines. Lacking atmosphere and water, you are glad to be so far from such a place, and can refueling unmolested.


Urud System, 02 Nov 2177, supplies 1510/2000 (35 per week), 0.79 dTon, Gemstones.
Fuel left: 2 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 87 posts
Sat 18 Apr 2020
at 20:24
  • msg #165

A small delivery

We refuel, feeling for the miners. We plot our jump to 0509 and thence to Ushimi, where we will need to refuel first if possible, before moving on to land.

Only Nelaroi provides any action?
Fate
GM, 3406 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 18 Apr 2020
at 23:34
  • msg #166

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 165):

Yes, sorry, meant to mention that. Only Nelaroi give any action, but it does start to get pretty regular. You get the feeling she does not want others involved, at least for now.

0509 is a deserted binary desert system with no gas Giants. Refueling from the star is possible, but risky, requiring a pilot roll.

0509 System, 02 Nov 2177, supplies 1475/2000 (35 per week), 0.79 dTon, Gemstones.
Fuel left: 2 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 88 posts
Sun 19 Apr 2020
at 00:23
  • msg #167

A small delivery

We just used our second jump and moved on, no need for risky stuff.

Sdian settles down and enjoys what he has...
Fate
GM, 3408 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 19 Apr 2020
at 01:27
  • msg #168

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 167):

A binary planet of 3 billion and two gas Giants, Ushmi is a highly industrialized planet. Despite the complete ban on weapons, there is reputed to be a healthy organized crime syndicate that owns one of the three starports. Where do you jump to?

Ushmi System, 02 Nov 2177, supplies 1440/2000 (35 per week), 0.79 dTon, Gemstones.
Fuel left: 0 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 89 posts
Sun 19 Apr 2020
at 03:34
  • msg #169

A small delivery

To a gas Giant first to refuel, or at least start the process.
Does any of the crew have any knowledge of the syndicate here? Without it, we might be smarter to just be legal merchants at an up and up starport. Jurelda is a key player here.
Fate
GM, 3411 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 19 Apr 2020
at 06:40
  • msg #170

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 169):

You can roll against a 7. Unlikely you would know about them, but possible.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 90 posts
Sun 19 Apr 2020
at 20:50
  • msg #171

A small delivery

He knows nothing of them... and we process fuel as we head for a star port.


[Private to GM:  13:48, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,5.  Unlikely Knowledge.]
Fate
GM, 3415 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 19 Apr 2020
at 21:42
  • msg #172

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 171):

It will take six days at full speed to get from the gas giant to the planet, but a few ships seem to do that.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 91 posts
Mon 20 Apr 2020
at 00:00
  • msg #173

A small delivery

OK, we'll post a watch to ensure we don't run afoul of any other ships.
 Nelaroi, Jurelda or I will always be on the bridge to adjust as necessary and get help.
Fate
GM, 3418 posts
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Mon 20 Apr 2020
at 18:31
  • msg #174

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 173):

The trip back not in hyperspace allows plenty of time for fuel to process, and it becomes apparent you are not alone in the trip. There are a couple of unmodified Iikens doing the same trip, albeit somewhat slower, and you get to see where many land. Laws here seem open to interpretation.

Six days later you move into orbit and are asked your destination. There are 5 major public starports: 2 belong to the government, 2 belong to a large corporation and the last one seems to belong to an alliance of small companies.

Ushmi System, 02 Nov 2177, supplies 1410/2000 (35 per week), 0.79 dTon, Gemstones.
Fuel left: 0 parsecs
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 92 posts
Mon 20 Apr 2020
at 20:31
  • msg #175

A small delivery

We'll take a chance on the one with many small companies supporting it. Probably the one run by the syndicate, but ...
Fate
GM, 3420 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 22 Apr 2020
at 22:09
  • msg #176

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 173):

As you move in, you are asked about your destination. When you respond as you have heard many others respond, the patrols answer

"Yeah, of course you are headed there. Right, move in to land, and no funny business."

The actual landing is rather straightforward, though the turrets ringing the starport give little comfort. A small number (5) of inspectors arrive with rifles.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 93 posts
Wed 22 Apr 2020
at 22:48
  • msg #178

A small delivery

Ooooh! Stereo posts no less  ;-)


We will be nice and cooperative as much as possible. We will provide a few baubles as necessary, but no handfuls and no back packs... that Commander really cost us ...
Fate
GM, 3423 posts
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Thu 23 Apr 2020
at 02:59
  • msg #179

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 178):

They come aboard and do not even ask to see the cargo. At least, not initially.

"Who are you working for?"

The question is a pointed one...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 94 posts
Thu 23 Apr 2020
at 03:10
  • msg #180

A small delivery

Myself and the crew, we are independent Merchant Shippers.
Fate
GM, 3427 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 23 Apr 2020
at 09:11
  • msg #181

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 180):

"Independent. Right. Sure. Why are you here then?"

They look at your suspiciously.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 95 posts
Thu 23 Apr 2020
at 19:43
  • msg #182

A small delivery

Why to trade, we bring things to sell and seek things to buy to sell elsewhere ... is this uncommon here?
Fate
GM, 3429 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 23 Apr 2020
at 20:26
  • msg #183

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 182):

"Without an umbrella it is. Say, in. that case, there is someone you. should meet first. Bonnie Rune, he handles most of the trade in this starport. For a fee, I can set up a meeting with one of his Lieutenants..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 96 posts
Thu 23 Apr 2020
at 20:59
  • msg #184

A small delivery

I see, and what is this fee?  Who is Mr. Rune? Perhaps we should just talk with him directly and skip the middlemen.  Ask him if he knew a Mr. Spucketti.


OOC- Take another chance...  maybe Dad did business here.
Fate
GM, 3431 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 24 Apr 2020
at 01:12
  • msg #185

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 184):

Ok, make a roll, and I will consider the penalties applicable and let you know what you remember...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 97 posts
Fri 24 Apr 2020
at 03:38
  • msg #186

A small delivery

Wow!  almost a Crit on this die roller ;-)




20:35, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,3.  Memories
Fate
GM, 3434 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 24 Apr 2020
at 07:13
  • msg #187

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 186):

You do remember that you Dad did work for someone here, but it was a small player by the name of Andre 'Chopper' Rue, a crook with a liking for fine art.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 98 posts
Fri 24 Apr 2020
at 20:48
  • msg #188

A small delivery

We can ask if they have ever heard of him...
Fate
GM, 3437 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 24 Apr 2020
at 21:51
  • msg #189

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 188):

They do stop when you mention him.

"Well why didn't you say so earlier. Is he expecting you?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 99 posts
Sat 25 Apr 2020
at 04:30
  • msg #190

A small delivery

No, I would think not, but I do have news that may interest him.
Fate
GM, 3440 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 25 Apr 2020
at 07:57
  • msg #191

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 190):

"Then you can give it to me and I will see to it that he gets it. What is it?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 100 posts
Sat 25 Apr 2020
at 23:35
  • msg #192

A small delivery

Well I am Harold Spucketti's replacement. Be glad to explain it to him, but you won't be able to answer his questions.
Fate
GM, 3442 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 00:10
  • msg #193

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 192):

"I see. Harold was a small time operator in a Hero if I remember correctly...what happened to him?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 101 posts
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 03:49
  • msg #194

A small delivery

He's dead, the ship is gone ... two of us worked with him, I worked with him closely, now will you please let us talk to the man?


I presume that I know that this is NOT the man and that he isn't one of the others.
20:48, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,2.  IQ - Memory.  and perhaps you'll grant me a +1 for the time we have been talking.
Fate
GM, 3445 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 04:45
  • msg #195

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 194):

You know that these guys work for the main criminals who run this starport, and the guy you know of is smaller fry.

"Dead is he? I will put a call through to him now, and while we wait for him to get here, you can tell me what happened to your friend..."

He does make a quick call, mentioning who you are here to see.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 102 posts
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 20:34
  • msg #196

A small delivery

My Father? A coupe of greedy Vilani customs types tried to shake us down at Sukun, One of the crew came back, saw what was happening and took action. The Custom officer shot my Dad, I shot him and the other four customs officials were killed as well ... then we had to  .... um clean up the scene.  Unfortunately My dad's ship had a catastrophic reactor issue right there in the star port. I booked passage out on this ship, mid passage I overheard the Captain and Owner instruct one of his men to take me out, so the could have my things. A Space walk was not in my plans, so we had a change of command and ownership. I hired a new crew and we have been moving goods or people since.
Fate
GM, 3447 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 21:04
  • msg #197

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 196):

"Really? I thought that ship looked familiar..."

He frowns as they department

About ten minutes later a different group come to your shop and ask to come aboard.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 103 posts
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 21:42
  • msg #198

A small delivery

We let the important members aboard anyway ...  limited room aboard. Have most of the crew stay in cabins to prevent issues.
Fate
GM, 3451 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Apr 2020
at 23:56
  • msg #199

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 198):

Only three members wish to come aboard. The leader, a middle-aged woman you recognize from your father's dealings before, also recognizes you.

"Lets share a drink, and you can tell me what happened, and why you are here."

Of course, you can never really trust anyone, but you know of her at least.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 104 posts
Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 00:14
  • msg #200

A small delivery

Sdian Produces a bottle for the lady, but sticks to softer stuff himself. I find I don't handle alcohol well, so don't  partake much.

He relates the story in some detail
Fate
GM, 3453 posts
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Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 01:16
  • msg #201

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 200):

She nods and listens.

"He was a good msn, but he trusted few people. Probably rightly so. Sometimes it is better to stick to safer runs. So what about you then?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 105 posts
Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 01:57
  • msg #202

A small delivery

We hope to make a decent living and have enough to retire someday... like most people. I have at least one in my crew who would like to settle down, if she could find a decent man.
Fate
GM, 3457 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 03:19
  • msg #203

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 202):

She laughed.

"Aren't we all looking for a good man! So what about the immediate future. Do yo have anything that needs to be moved, or are you looking for such work?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 106 posts
Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 04:16
  • msg #204

A small delivery

We have some rough jewels to sell and then we would be interested in moving items for a fee... same old stuff, it's what I know, although I still have much to learn I am sure.

What is this Lady's name?
Fate
GM, 3458 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 09:58
  • msg #205

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 204):

Kiera Writely acknowledges your situation.

"Uncut gems? Whilst you can do well to legitimate jewellers with then, you can make some real money if they are weapon quality. Let me do some investigating...the weaponsmiths may want you to run some of their wares in return though."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 107 posts
Mon 27 Apr 2020
at 21:18
  • msg #206

A small delivery

I imagine we could work something like that out Kiera, I'm not sure if they are all weapons quality, but some are. 

After she leaves, he'll go get Jurelda and ask her if she knows if they are that good or not.
Fate
GM, 3463 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 28 Apr 2020
at 07:08
  • msg #207

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 206):

Jurelda thinks that some of them at least would be weapon quality. If cut, such gems would be worth a lot of money...

Kiera departs and suggests you await her return. About 2 hours later, she and three other men ask to come aboard. One you think is Kiera's boss.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 108 posts
Wed 29 Apr 2020
at 03:44
  • msg #208

A small delivery

We let them aboard, is her boss this Andre 'Chopper' Rue (whom I might have met) ?
Jurleda and I have picked out a few of the best looking stones we can find on top of the load. We lay these out on a table in the crew mess/rest area.
Fate
GM, 3466 posts
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Wed 29 Apr 2020
at 06:57
  • msg #209

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 208):

Yes, that is her boss, and he is one present, though if you met him, it would have been briefly. As they come on, they introduce themselves. The third person is a gem cutter, and quickly gets to work appraising the goods.

As he works, Andre talks.

"Too bad about your old man. He was a good operator. But these are dangerous times we live in. Tell me, what do you know about theft of high value goods? "
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 109 posts
Wed 29 Apr 2020
at 23:41
  • msg #210

A small delivery

Nothing, I am not a thief.
Fate
GM, 3470 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 30 Apr 2020
at 06:52
  • msg #211

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 210):

"Pity. You could have learned that skill from you father. Still, I may still have use. There are particular economic plans held by a particular Sector governor. I have a man who can 'obtain' these plans, but I need those plans transported to someone who can make good political use of them in order to get paid.

Of course there are more details, but if you are not interested in doing the job, enough said."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 110 posts
Thu 30 Apr 2020
at 16:56
  • msg #212

A small delivery

Transporting Documents seems right in my line of work, assume they will be sealed when I get them?

Fate
GM, 3473 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 30 Apr 2020
at 21:16
  • msg #213

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 212):

"They will be carried by my man, and should remain with him. The documents are kept by a noble on Arnaa, in a secure compound. My customer is an important person on Ishnar. My man Hamish will travel with you, procure the documents and you will then accompany him to Ishnar, where you are to personally hand the documents over. If Hamish is injured, you will need to finish the job. Pay is $15 million.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 111 posts
Fri 1 May 2020
at 03:52
  • msg #214

A small delivery

Umm... Your man Hamish will obtain the documents, travel with me and he will deliver them. If, and only if he is unable to deliver them, I need to do so. I presume you would want Hamish returned here as well.  So I get $15 Million to do this?
Fate
GM, 3476 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 1 May 2020
at 04:31
  • msg #215

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 214):

"Yes. He would like to avoid any... Imperial Entanglements, if you catch my drift. His obtaining of documents may require...a creative landing sight as things might get closed down."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 112 posts
Fri 1 May 2020
at 17:05
  • msg #216

A small delivery

OK, so we need to land somewhere odd on Arnaa? that could arouse suspicion. Would just landing to do normal business not seem less interesting to the officials?
Fate
GM, 3482 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 1 May 2020
at 20:24
  • msg #217

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 216):

"Yes, until the robbery occurs and they close the starport, as they will. Then you would get to run the gauntlet of the defensive guns, not to mention my man having having to travel half way round the planet to get back to you."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 113 posts
Fri 1 May 2020
at 23:01
  • msg #218

A small delivery

OK, I didn’t follow you on that, yes, that does make perfect sense to me now. So we’d need to drop him off  ... a different small craft might be useful for that,  Once we get him aboard, I think I can evade most of their ships,  and out run any I can’t evade.
Fate
GM, 3486 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 1 May 2020
at 23:21
  • msg #219

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 218):

"You are the transport. Whether you land you ship at a deserted location or run the risk of staying in orbit is your call."

The assessor looking at the gemstones goes over and whispers something in his ear. He nods and looks back to you.

"Your gems are worth perhaps half a million as they are. I can give you that now, or I can withhold the gemcutters fees of $250,000 from the down payment of $5 million for this job we have been discussing, and then tell you where you should be able to sell the cut gems for at least a million. How will we take this?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 114 posts
Fri 1 May 2020
at 23:37
  • msg #220

A small delivery

Since we are working together, I’ll let you get them cut. You send Hakeem with documents identifying him and the down and we’ll be off.
Fate
GM, 3491 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 1 May 2020
at 23:49
  • msg #221

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 220):

"Great. We will take them, and I will send Hamish with some...creative documents and the balance of the down payment, $4.75 mil, as his 'identifying documents'. He should be here this evening. In the meantime, we will take these and get them cut."

He gets up to leave, while the other two prepare to take the shipment of gems.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 115 posts
Sat 2 May 2020
at 04:14
  • msg #222

A small delivery

In case they weren't aware, we point out that we have close to a ton of these jewels.

Otherwise we refuel and do some shopping.
Fate
GM, 3494 posts
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Sat 2 May 2020
at 04:30
  • msg #223

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 222):

They we're aware. The crate still needs prepaing, though it will be a grave raft that comes to collect it.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 116 posts
Sat 2 May 2020
at 18:15
  • msg #224

A small delivery

Sdian Shrugs, That's fine, do I need a name for the deceased?

Fate
GM, 3497 posts
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Sun 3 May 2020
at 00:06
  • msg #225

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 224):

"Nope. We have that sorted."

[Private to Sdian McGuire: Lol, that was actually autocorrect...it should have been a grav raft, but I will run with it!]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 117 posts
Sun 3 May 2020
at 00:46
  • msg #226

A small delivery

Once the goods are gone, Sdian takes Jurelda and goes shopping for supplies and anything they might find of interest.
Fate
GM, 3499 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 3 May 2020
at 01:06
  • msg #227

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 226):

They can arrange for a quick 24 hour stopover visa, but Hamish will be there that afternoon. Anything in particular you are looking for?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 118 posts
Sun 3 May 2020
at 04:00
  • msg #228

A small delivery

Fresh food, anything unique that may have value, small stuff that may trade well; always look over whatever weapons are on display, although probably not inclined to buy any publicly.
Fate
GM, 3501 posts
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Sun 3 May 2020
at 04:54
  • msg #229

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 228):

Weapons available are usually by order, but most can be found...though almost none legally.

There are plenty of food vendors, though how fresh it is is a matter of opinion.

Have gone through the Character sheets of your crew...quite a few changes to get them to meet the required skill levels. I have added them to your list, but please don't post on their behalf. Feel free to post a list of items though, remembering that all were born in Vilani worlds, and therefore use pellet slingers much more than energy weapons. Wealth levels are as normal.
This message was last edited by the GM at 05:42, Sun 03 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 119 posts
Sun 3 May 2020
at 19:47
  • msg #230

A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 229):

As I said, mostly looking at weapons ... I was sure purchasing would be a backroom operation.

Jurelda was brought along as my merchant person, I am assuming we can determine how fresh the fresh food is and frozen food is likely good, as there is little reason to risk getting people sick and having everyone come down on your operation.

I am sure there are jokes about the quality of space ship food, as once it's frozen, it's gone until some poor slob opens it in hyper space and moans about what they provided.

I'll go look at the crews, I don't think I have been posting for them ... that's your job.


NELAROI is both skinny and overweight ... I think that is a conflict in the rules, FWIW. Basic book page 18-19
Maybe not ... your call.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:59, Sun 03 May 2020.
Fate
GM, 3504 posts
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Sun 3 May 2020
at 20:30
  • msg #231

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 230):

Fair enough.Aenough.All pellet weapons would be available. There would be a variety of food you might find at a backwater bazaar, including a lot of local variety you are not so sure of.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 120 posts
Sun 3 May 2020
at 21:03
  • msg #232

A small delivery

OK, "Pellet Weapons" are bullet firing guns? Or just compressed air guns?

We'll do our best on Foods.


14:01, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,3.  Merchant.  Guess we hope Jurelda has a better nose etc.
Why do I get a 14 on my first roll everytime?
Fate
GM, 3508 posts
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Sun 3 May 2020
at 23:14
  • msg #233

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 232):

Lol, day of 14s! Pellet weapons are slug throwers. Conventional and Rail weapons.

The food is passable, though you suspect a bit over priced. But it makes a nice change. So does the topless waitress...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 121 posts
Mon 4 May 2020
at 03:20
  • msg #234

A small delivery

Sdian will make a point of not paying much attention to the waitress, but instead to Jurelda.
Given a choice, he'd much rather be looking at Jurleda's top hamper.

We get some assorted fresh foods to add to our diet. Then head back to the ship and get things ready.

OOC - did you ever look at the ship plan I sent? I will presume we can provide Hakim a cabin of his own.
Hamish
NPC, 1 post
Shady guy
Mon 4 May 2020
at 07:22
  • msg #235

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 234):

I did. It looked quite a nice ship. Could be pretty similar I expect, though this one may be a little smaller.

Hamish is waiting for you in the shop when you get back. The girls did not notice him arriving...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 122 posts
Mon 4 May 2020
at 20:08
  • msg #236

A small delivery

We take him out to the ship and get him situated .


Doubt he opened the doors and used the ramp with out being noted; unless he is ethereal and slipped in through the cracks. We don't leave the ship open for many reasons. I get that he slips through most places unnoticed, but this isn't one of those places to my mind.
Fate
GM, 3513 posts
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Tue 5 May 2020
at 01:52
  • msg #237

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 236):

There was a reported sensor failure on the landing gear. He asks not to be taken outside as he took great care not to be seen entering the ship. Not everyone agrees with this job...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 123 posts
Tue 5 May 2020
at 02:56
  • msg #238

A small delivery

OK (Hard to get from landing gear bay into a ship, but your game...)  We agree that he doesn't need to go outside. We check his credentials and deposit the cash in a monitored safe.
Jurelda can start supper and Nell and I will get the ship out of here.

We question Hakim about what he knows of nearby worlds, as it seems we will have no choice but to leave via Nukaash.
Hamish
NPC, 2 posts
Shady guy
Tue 5 May 2020
at 21:46
  • msg #239

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 238):

He can tell you a little about the other world's. He brought along a few charts of various systems just in case, and asks you which ones you want.

Yes, he did also bring the cash. He came in through a maintenance patch after climbing the leg if you need to know the details.

You take off without trouble and head to a jump point.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 124 posts
Tue 5 May 2020
at 22:23
  • msg #240

A small delivery

The trip out to the jump point is busy trying to establish exactly which planet Hamish needs to go to and something of it's geography so we know where to put him down and where the likely places to avoid are. We will refuel at a GG if at all possible before landing, so we can jump twice if need be.
Fate
GM, 3518 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 6 May 2020
at 02:15
  • msg #241

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 240):

Arnaa is a trip star system with 3 gas giants and seven barren planets either too close or too far from the stars to support life. The one planet in exactly the right location is about 9,000 miles in diameter, with lush woodlands and a dense atmosphere. The location he needs to obtain the item from is on an island, one of manyin the area, and he directs you to land near a nearby city on a different island, surrounded by dense jungle.

The system is just one jump away.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 125 posts
Wed 6 May 2020
at 02:40
  • msg #242

A small delivery

OK, I can do that ... is it common to have ships land around the city in the jungle? And then you will get from our ship to this other island on your own?
We can use the water to make fuel and avoid going to a GG. that will speed up a lot of things .
Hamish
NPC, 3 posts
Shady guy
Wed 6 May 2020
at 02:46
  • msg #243

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 242):

"It is not. They don't like ships landing anywhere outside the starport. Also, I will need to walk to the city and buy a grav bike for the return trip. I may be a few days though, and they have regular air patrols, so I will leave that in your hands."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 126 posts
Wed 6 May 2020
at 02:52
  • msg #244

A small delivery

Is there anyway you can tell us when you are heading to be picked up? Then we could orbit or hide elsewhere.

Presume the ship can go under water a short ways?
Hamish
NPC, 4 posts
Shady guy
Wed 6 May 2020
at 04:22
  • msg #245

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 244):

Ship can go underwater to a depth of about 50 m.

"Likely when I get the goods things will get hotter, so you should be hidden by then. If I signal you in any way, the signal can be tracked. Perhaps just monitor the local militia channel."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 127 posts
Wed 6 May 2020
at 21:58
  • msg #246

A small delivery

How about if we met you on the water near the island? we could stay submerged until we hear a ruckus ... how will you leave the island? Boat? Causeway?
Hamish
NPC, 5 posts
Shady guy
Tue 12 May 2020
at 23:30
  • msg #247

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 246):

"I will have to be fast but subtle. I am looking at a grav bike, so that can travel across water fast, but out in the open I will be clearly visible, so you will need to be fast, especially if I have pursuers."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 128 posts
Tue 12 May 2020
at 23:38
  • msg #248

A small delivery

OK, we'll be away from the shore line but in as close as we can dare be and aimed out. We'll surface enough so you can use the top hatch and Luretha will secure it behind you. Once that is done, we'll head off underwater for a ways before heading up to a jump point and out of there.

OOC - I have pretty much settled on a Suleiman Scout Courier S as our Iken with some minor alterations.  Going to make it a modified Medical version.
Fate
GM, 3529 posts
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Wed 13 May 2020
at 03:22
  • msg #249

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 248):

OK, that sounds cool then.

He also wants to take his grav bike with him, so asks if you can come far enough out of the water to open the cargo door, which he will then enter and you can leave...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 129 posts
Wed 13 May 2020
at 23:30
  • msg #250

A small delivery

Yes we could, but it would be safer to just let it go and buy a new one... is there something special about it?

Fate
GM, 3532 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 14 May 2020
at 02:06
  • msg #251

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 250):

"Apart from me paying $30,000 for it, it is a bit souped up and has a rear-firing weapon mount, which is pretty darn useful for jobs like this. And a special compartment under the seat...stopping to get the goods out will take some time I probably won't have."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 130 posts
Thu 14 May 2020
at 02:50
  • msg #252

A small delivery

OK, Valid points, we'll give you an open cargo bay.
Fate
GM, 3534 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 14 May 2020
at 03:24
  • msg #253

A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 252):

"Right. Let me know when you are ready for me to go."

Will want the following rolls:

Navigation (space) roll to work out a stealthy approach.
Stealth roll to approach the planet.
Piloting roll to get the craft down exactly right through the atmosphere.
Stealth roll to get to the location once inside the atmosphere.
Navigation (Land/Sea) to get the right Island.
Piloting to get the door open at just the right height to let him out, and then hide under the waves.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 131 posts
Thu 14 May 2020
at 03:54
  • msg #254

Re: A small delivery

Fate:
In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 252):

"Right. Let me know when you are ready for me to go."

Will want the following rolls:

Navigation (space) roll to work out a stealthy approach.                                  Skill 11     by 6
Stealth roll to approach the planet.                                                                      Skill 11    Blew it by 6
Piloting roll to get the craft down exactly right through the atmosphere.       Skill      11     missed by 1
Stealth roll to get to the location once inside the atmosphere.                        Skill    11     spot on
Navigation (Land/Sea) to get the right Island.                                                    No skill   IQ 12           Just makes it (IQ -5)
Piloting to get the door open at just the right height to let him out, and then hide under the waves.   Skill  11  By 2



20:45, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,4,2.  Piloting .
20:45, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,3,3.  Navigation (Land/Sea).
20:44, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,6.  Stealth.
20:44, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,2,6.  Piloting .
20:43, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 17 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,6.  Stealth.
20:40, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,1.  Navigation (space).

Of course Nelaroi would be doing the piloting most likely ... but you asked me not to roll for her.
Fate
GM, 3536 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 14 May 2020
at 05:17
  • msg #255

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 254):

You are rolling for all the crew in this case, as master of the ship.

Navigation (space) roll to work out a stealthy approach: rolled 5, skill 14, 9 under
Stealth roll to approach the planet: rolled 17, critical fail, skill 14

Ok, so you will be spotted on the approach to the planet. A Gashidda heads lazily over in your direction.

"You are off course for the Starport. State your business and return to the proper trajectory."

Held for later...:
Piloting roll to get the craft down exactly right through the atmosphere: rolled 12, skill 14, 2 under
Stealth roll to get to the location once inside the atmosphere: rolled 11, skill 14, 3 under
Navigation (Land/Sea) to get the right Island: rolled 7, Skill 12, 5 under
Piloting to get the door open at just the right height to let him out, and then hide under the waves: rolled 9, skill 14, 5 under.

Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 132 posts
Fri 15 May 2020
at 03:08
  • msg #256

Re: A small delivery

Roger, Merchants, Correcting

We'll adjust to seem to be getting in the correct orbit ... does he follow?
This message was last edited by the player at 03:08, Fri 15 May 2020.
Imperial Gashidda
NPC, 7 posts
Fri 15 May 2020
at 04:01
  • msg #257

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 256):

He does initially.

"First time here, huh? Don't have you on our records. I will guide you in..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 133 posts
Fri 15 May 2020
at 22:35
  • msg #258

Re: A small delivery

OK, Thanks, Lead on...


Nel, hang back if we can and we'll get lost as soon as we can, hopefully there will be a lot of traffic.
Imperial Gashidda
NPC, 8 posts
Fri 15 May 2020
at 22:43
  • msg #259

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 258):

"Right, please follow me..."

He leads you down towards a specific part of the planet. As you approach the atmosphere, he directs you to a point clearly marked on the planets surface with radio beacons.

There are a number of small freighters, and a couple of branch liners going to and from that location, but it is hard to get lost there. It is a coastal location. It then stops in orbit.

"That there is the only starport. Please make your way there."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 134 posts
Fri 15 May 2020
at 23:10
  • msg #260

Re: A small delivery

Roger that ...     Watching him to see if he heads off and loses interest...

Slow us down Nel ... hopefully he'll get distracted.

How fast and how invisible is this ship under water?
Fate
GM, 3545 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 15 May 2020
at 23:29
  • msg #261

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 260):

Whilst not particularly fast underwater (without creating a wake that could be seen from orbit!) it is small, so under 50 m or more, it is not very visible at all. Of course, it is not designed for that kind of depth...

As you slowly descend, he seems to get a call.

"I have to head off now, you guys right to land from here?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 135 posts
Sat 16 May 2020
at 03:20
  • msg #262

Re: A small delivery

Affirm, Got it...

OK Nel, lets slide off a bit and follow that freighter that is probably leaving and then get low.
Fate
GM, 3547 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 16 May 2020
at 05:15
  • msg #263

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 262):

The large line freighter barely has enough power to get out of orbit. Clearly having to pass around the world several times before it has enough speed to escape orbit, the massive hull is easily enough to hide you...if you get close enough.

Piloting roll with-2 penalty to skill to get close enough, stealth roll to do it without detection.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 1 post
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Sat 16 May 2020
at 20:16
  • msg #264

Re: A small delivery

On behalf of Nelaroi


13:15, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,6.  Stealth.  by 2
13:15, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,4,2.  Piloting .  by 3
Fate
GM, 3550 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 16 May 2020
at 21:51
  • msg #265

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Nelaroi Hurta (msg # 264):

Cool. You slip in under the massive craft as it orbits slowly out, until it is near the location you want to be at.

Piloting roll to get the craft down exactly right through the atmosphere: rolled 12, skill 14, 2 under
Stealth roll to get to the location once inside the atmosphere: rolled 11, skill 14, 3 under
Navigation (Land/Sea) to get the right Island: rolled 7, Skill 12, 5 under
Piloting to get the door open at just the right height to let him out, and then hide under the waves: rolled 9, skill 14, 5 under.

Dropping down, Nelaroi manages to take the craft to sea level, before moving quickly to near the desired location, before diving down under the water and moving into the final position. She pops up briefly to allow your guest to depart...there is no indication of pursuit.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 136 posts
Mon 18 May 2020
at 23:03
  • msg #266

Re: A small delivery

Cool, we settle in and watch for his return with only a small camera on an inspection arm above water,
Fate
GM, 3562 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 18 May 2020
at 23:12
  • msg #267

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 266):

While waiting, you note a small patrol of two fighters flying past that will pass about 5 miles away.
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:13, Mon 18 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 137 posts
Mon 18 May 2020
at 23:26
  • msg #268

Re: A small delivery

I presume we should be invisible to them, but will retreat the camera briefly (a minute or two) if that ensures our hide. I assume these are moving fairly quickly.
Fate
GM, 3566 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 18 May 2020
at 23:45
  • msg #269

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 268):

They are moving slowly for fighters, but quickly enough that they will likely be gone within 5 minutes...

Withdrawing the inspection arm, you wait. Do you power down any systems?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 138 posts
Tue 19 May 2020
at 02:42
  • msg #270

Re: A small delivery

We are using only what we need at the moment, we do need to check on Hamish after two minutes for a few seconds, then pull it down briefly before checking again.
Fate
GM, 3569 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 19 May 2020
at 02:58
  • msg #271

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 270):

Ok. Is the main power reactor online, or are you relying on backup batteries? The main reactor would enable you to leave instantly, but would make you more noticeable. You can run on batteries probably a day or so, at least, but the main reactor will take 3 minutes to get online from dark.
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:59, Tue 19 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 139 posts
Tue 19 May 2020
at 03:13
  • msg #272

Re: A small delivery

Batteries at the moment, Luretha understands what she'll have to do. But stealth is paramount right now. As soon as Hamish shows,I'll give the word and she'll start bringing the reactor on line.
Fate
GM, 3572 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 19 May 2020
at 03:20
  • msg #273

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 272):

Batteries it is. The patrol does not seem to see you and passes overhead. Light fades, and darkness starts to spread across the firmament. Still no sign of your friend.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 140 posts
Tue 19 May 2020
at 03:28
  • msg #274

Re: A small delivery

Patience, we wait, with camera up just above the waves and scanning
Fate
GM, 3575 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 19 May 2020
at 03:45
  • msg #275

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 274):

Someone suggests you may need to charge the battery...and then you spot another patrol, about 10 hours after the last one.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 141 posts
Tue 19 May 2020
at 17:31
  • msg #276

Re: A small delivery

Grand... how much battery do we have left? If possible we'll let the patrol slide by then start up the reactor on as low a power as we can so we emit the minimum heat and whatever else they are tracking.  We know it's NOT radiation, as we do not glow in the dark.
Fate
GM, 3579 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 19 May 2020
at 21:01
  • msg #277

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 276):

Correct. Heat is the main one, and electromagnetic activity. You had about 8 hours of battery power left, but it only takes 3 hours to charge them up again, which you do so.

You notice the patrols are about 10 hours apart when the next one comes.

Still no sign of your friend...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 142 posts
Tue 19 May 2020
at 22:40
  • msg #278

Re: A small delivery

OK, we had no agreed time of waiting, so will assume things are taking longer ... he implied less than 24 hours, it has been at least 20 odd already.
Fate
GM, 3581 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 19 May 2020
at 23:15
  • msg #279

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 278):

Correct. 26 hours actually. And still you wait. Still no sign of him, but you note that the next patrol comes after just 8 hours.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 143 posts
Wed 20 May 2020
at 02:46
  • msg #280

Re: A small delivery

We go to batteries and are careful again, but keep checking for Hamish. Once they move on, we go back to reactor turned way down and charge up again.
Fate
GM, 3584 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 20 May 2020
at 02:55
  • msg #281

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 280):

You are just about to start up the reactor when a second patrol is detected...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 144 posts
Wed 20 May 2020
at 03:06
  • msg #282

Re: A small delivery

We watch carefully without starting the reactor ... I caution the crew that this may be the sign of Hamish having acted.
Fate
GM, 3587 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 20 May 2020
at 03:25
  • msg #283

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 282):

They nod. The second patrol leaves, and another hour passes. Patrols are now passing hourly, and continue to until dusk. Just after dusk, you note a flash from the shoreline, just after the ninth patrol in the last seven hours. You estimate it will take him 20 minutes to reach your position from the shore.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 145 posts
Wed 20 May 2020
at 03:46
  • msg #284

Re: A small delivery

OK, we wait about 12 and power up, we watch closely so as to be up and ready as he arrives. Jurelda has the weapons if needed, although we really want to avoid using them if we can.
Fate
GM, 3589 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 20 May 2020
at 05:51
  • msg #285

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 284):

You power up the main reactor as you see him approaching. There are no patrols visible, but he is not coming slowly. A few minutes later, the craft rises out of the water, and the cargo door opens. Piloting roll...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 146 posts
Wed 20 May 2020
at 16:20
  • msg #286

Re: A small delivery

09:18, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,4.  Piloting

Sdian stands by (armed just in case) and watches out the cargo hatch, hands near the controls to close things up when he is aboard.
Fate
GM, 3593 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 20 May 2020
at 21:02
  • msg #287

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 286):

Hamish pilots his grav bike right into the vessel's open cargo bay! You close it up as he does so...

There is no visible patrol, yet, but sensor indicate they are coming...

The most stealthy way would be to return back under the water, but with the power plant powered up, that is more risky than before.
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:03, Wed 20 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 147 posts
Wed 20 May 2020
at 22:05
  • msg #288

Re: A small delivery

We submerge and move away, we can revert to batteries for a while and move to another island/reef or the like to confuse, hide any signature.
Once reasonable clear, we’ll come up and fly low to a point where we can join the exiting ships, hopefully hiding among them until we can get out and way a bit.
Fate
GM, 3597 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 20 May 2020
at 22:11
  • msg #289

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 288):

Give me a couple of stealth rolls on behalf of the pilot then...
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 2 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Thu 21 May 2020
at 03:31
  • msg #290

Re: A small delivery

20:30, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,1.  Stealth.
20:30, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,1.  Stealth.
20:30, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,1,4.  Stealth.

Skill 14
Fate
GM, 3600 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 21 May 2020
at 03:39
  • msg #291

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Nelaroi Hurta (msg # 290):

Nice. You stay submerged, stopping when you note a patrol, until you are several hundred miles away. It takes some time, but there is no evidence you have been spotted. Passive sensors indicate pretty intense patrols outside the atmosphere, however.

It may take a week or more to get all the way around the planet to hide with the exiting freighters...sped underwater is much slower to avoid making a wake that could be seen from space.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 148 posts
Thu 21 May 2020
at 03:47
  • msg #292

Re: A small delivery

And any attempt to fly would most certainly be seen I assume.

Any place that might have regular flightsin and out that we could blend into?
Fate
GM, 3603 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 21 May 2020
at 03:53
  • msg #293

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 292):

Only the starport. That is deliberate, Hamish tells you.

But getting there should be relatively easy, just time consuming. The expanse of the oceans makes it a mammoth task for them to find you...the proverbial needle in a haystack.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 149 posts
Thu 21 May 2020
at 03:58
  • msg #294

Re: A small delivery

OK, patience sometimes pays...
Fate
GM, 3606 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 21 May 2020
at 04:06
  • msg #295

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 294):

So slow and steady way around the planet?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 150 posts
Thu 21 May 2020
at 04:18
  • msg #296

Re: A small delivery

Pretty much for the moment, but concerned about giving them too much time to plan too...

Also heading off to bed... getting late.
Fate
GM, 3612 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 21 May 2020
at 05:52
  • msg #297

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 296):

I just boarded a flight, so I will take my time writing the reply.

Sdian McGuire:
In reply to Fate (msg # 229):
NELAROI is both skinny and overweight ... I think that is a conflict in the rules, FWIW. Basic book page 18-19
Maybe not ... your call.


I am late catching this, but sorted. Replaced Overweight with Workaholic!

The trip is long, but you notice the patrols getting less frequent as you move away.

Fortunately, your passive sensors can be tuned to pick up satellite TV for the planet. Mainly government broadcasts, and though not entertaining, they are informative. Especially the news. It turns out that the plans that were stolen belonged to a relative of the current 'Underking' at Shululsish, Saarpuhii Tamesha Eshi. They are described as sensitive plans for aid to assist in the development of several border worlds that your charts indicate are not actually part of his sector. Worlds you will be passing through on your way to deliver the plans. You can tell that the planet is in lockdown, and was placed in lockdown within hours of them being stolen. Warnings about any ship intending to depart being shot down on sight are issued regularly.

Maritime patrols, particularly in the part of the world where the theft took place, are increased, with talk of bringing in special craft for finding vessels underwater. About 24 hours after you depart, you notice a number of surface ships forming a blockade around the islands that the theft took place on, but you were just outside the blockade, and you continued to move even further away. There were a lot of resources being used to capture that thief...

Time, it seems, is on your side. Commerce has ground to a standstill, and within a few days, with no leads on the missing plans, business' are starting to grumble. Demands are being made about transparency, and despite claims of progress, there is no evidence. The thief, it seems, had rigged the security cameras, so no footage was taken. Several guards were gasses, seemingly using the air conditioning system, and all are thoroughly cross-examined later. Questions were also ask about how the thief escaped in a stolen military vehicle. Apparently, wheeled vehicles were not kept under the same scrutiny as grav vehicles. Though vehicle was later found abandoned and burnt out on the outskirts of the village, there were no footprints nor any witnesses. Claims of a starship taking off unseen are not supported by overhead patrols, so soon claims of conspiracies begin to gain a foothold.

By the time you are nearing the more populated areas of the starport, the lockdown is still in place, but there are outcries amoung business to put an end date on it. Martial law was then declared, and searches were being made of suspects homes. It has come to light that the owner, one General Yusami Eshi, did indeed take off in his small personal Iiken just 2 hours before the theft took place. Or course, that raised a lot of questions as to what a General was doing with secret plans for aid. Of course, the immediate response is that the military was the perfect option to deliver development assistance to worlds struggling with law and order. You suspect that the news is not giving a thorough coverage of the response from those worlds, but it does not sound like it is a conversation that several powerful political figures from this sector want to continue.

Clearly it is going to be an interesting trip...you are glad your fuel tanks are ful of refined fuel and you can move fast!
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:05, Thu 21 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 151 posts
Thu 21 May 2020
at 18:42
  • msg #298

Re: A small delivery

Most interesting, certainly not the time to try and blow out of here ... we wait quietly and bide our time, moving close to the built up area where background heat and other reactors will cloud our ship.
Is Hamish talking at all?
Anything else going on?
Fate
GM, 3615 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 21 May 2020
at 19:35
  • msg #299

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 298):

The more heavily populated areas are also the more heavily patrolled areas. Hamish will answer question, but does not volunteer anything. Probably part of the job description...

When you ask about anything else going on, can you be more specific?

As you wait it out, the commercial objections to the lockdown continue to mount. There is a promise that one line freighter will be allowed to leave per week...with the first currently in orbit scheduled to arrive in two days time and leaving two days after that.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 152 posts
Thu 21 May 2020
at 20:12
  • msg #300

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we'll stay away then...  looking for safety.
Not too interested in prying information from Hamish.

Actions... anything going on around us...fishing boats; Luretha dragging Hamish to her cabin... anything ...

Is one Freighter going to serve the needs of commerce here?  I seriously doubt that we can slide out under a single freighter ... need more public unrest and a re-alignment of priorities which may or may not be coming.
Fate
GM, 3617 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 21 May 2020
at 20:34
  • msg #301

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 300):

There are fishing boats, but they are being heavily inspected (ie aerial patrols and inspectors stopping by more than once in the week you are watching).

It is Yung No who is interested in Hamish, probing him as to how he managed to overcome the security networks. You think the interest is professional, but the others tease her all the same. Maybe it is more than that...

One freighter will not serve the commercial needs, and this is made obvious. By the second week, the situation is becoming very tense, and troops arrive from off-world to cross-interrogate local security workers. You can sense that the entire planet is being surveyed looking for the culprit, and the news reports a very determined effort to find the thieves.

You do, however, find a number of places underwater where there are heavy ore deposits, and Hamish mentions a number of sites where ships have crashed in the past. To slide out under a single freighter, you should roll a Piloting -4 and Stealth -6 to get very close and sneak out of the atmosphere, or -8 and Stealth (no penalty) to actually land on the vessel and be carried out that way.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 153 posts
Thu 21 May 2020
at 22:19
  • msg #302

Re: A small delivery

Odds are bad for slipping out and continued unrest and the financial ruin will soon have the government on the ropes.  We'll wait by sunken ships.
I can understand Yung No's interest, and she can use her ASSets to get more information. Sdian is not as interested, as he hopes to be a ship captain, not a high end thief.  He will work with Nel to improve his ship piloting/handling abilities and Luretha to learn more about engineering during this time, assume he worked with Yung No on sensor/Comms earlier.
Other crew members may cross train as well.
Fate
GM, 3620 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 22 May 2020
at 00:45
  • msg #303

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 302):

You pilot down to a sunken wreck in about 50 m of water. It is an old branch freighter with burn marks up the sides that suggest the re-entry did not go as planned. You manoeuvrer to the cargo hold, which has been opened, probably to recover what could be recovered, since the cargo bay is empty, but the door is just a little too small to fit you.

Hamish suggests that getting inside would be good for staying hidden...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 154 posts
Fri 22 May 2020
at 03:08
  • msg #304

Re: A small delivery

External underwater operations are unsupportable ... we aren't equipped,  Space suits are for lower external pressure, not the pressue of 50 feet of water.
Fate
GM, 3622 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 22 May 2020
at 03:55
  • msg #305

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 304):

Unsupported scuba operation can be carried out down to 130 ft, or 40 m. This is considered the depth a human can operate in without a pressure suit. Your ship is pretty close to it's maximum depth for the same reason.

However, your Pulse weapons should work just fine at this short range, and should be able to open up the entrance a little.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 155 posts
Fri 22 May 2020
at 19:23
  • msg #306

Re: A small delivery

I am sure we have complete Scuba gear for everyone... RIGHT!!

The use of pulse lasers is a concern, as they aren't exactly silent or invisible in operation. Also, going into the hull prevents us from looking out w/ the inspection camera or getting signals very well, we lie alongside as closely as we can, so we are hard to discern as separate from the wreck.  It also allows us to get away quicker, if that seems a wiser course of action.

Our atmospheric speed isn't as fast as many warships and all fighters, but once in space, our 6g speed is faster than most all of them excepting some fighters. Don't remember missile speed, but think it is slightly faster than we are, another concern.
Fate
GM, 3623 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 22 May 2020
at 22:07
  • msg #307

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 306):

Missile speed in 8G, 2G faster than you. In atmosphere, most speeds are limited by the shape of the hull, and as you are aerodynamically shaped, you would be at least as fast in atmosphere as the fighters too.

The Space suits would not allow swimming, but would allow operations underwater, with a freefall roll and a -2 penalty, since operations would be very similar to working in space. You just would not be able to swim...you would have to walk everywhere.

So you lay low, finding a gap under a section of the hull to hide. The twisted wreckage near the bow makes that a simple task, and wait. You can sense the active scans sweeping across the ocean floor, and it does seem to pause on the wreckage, but then continues on.

You wait. No response. You wait some more...you are too deep to get news feeds here.
This message was last edited by the GM at 22:08, Fri 22 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 156 posts
Sat 23 May 2020
at 02:12
  • msg #308

Re: A small delivery

We pick a quiet period and rise enough to get news and look around.
Fate
GM, 3625 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 23 May 2020
at 02:20
  • msg #309

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 308):

You rise to the top of the wreck, where you can sit with the reactor off and just get some news feed.

It is clear that the entire planet is being scanned as commercial interests are build up pressure on the government to re-open the planet. The breadth of the search indicates how desperate the government is becoming to ensure these plans never leave the planet.

But as interstellar news comes through, Hamish smiles. Questions are starting to be asked as to what has caused Shululsish to shut down such a large planet. What are they hiding? The political rivals are finding the response almost as useful as the plans themselves...

Several more days pass, and it has now been 2 weeks since you arrived. The weekly freighter is scheduled to leave again in 2 more days.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 157 posts
Sat 23 May 2020
at 02:28
  • msg #310

Re: A small delivery

Neat, but the description says we stand next to no chance of getting out of here under a single freighter.
Fate
GM, 3627 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 23 May 2020
at 02:37
  • msg #311

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 310):

Which description is that?

Of course, there are patrols and news reports saying that, as they are looking out for that. But how hard it is in reality would depend on the skills and the rolls, and what you are attempting to do.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 158 posts
Sat 23 May 2020
at 03:03
  • msg #312

Re: A small delivery

These:
It is clear that the entire planet is being scanned

You can sense the active scans sweeping across the ocean floor,

There are fishing boats, but they are being heavily inspected (ie aerial patrols and inspectors stopping by more than once in the week you are watching).

You can sense that the entire planet is being surveyed looking for the culprit, and the news reports a very determined effort to find the thieves.

Claims of a starship taking off unseen are not supported by overhead patrols,  Which clearly says there are such patrols.


So, the odds of my becoming airborne and moving toward a freighter unseen is minimal at best. And even if I do manage to get out to space, getting to a jump point is iffy, although I can outrun most ships, I cannot out run missiles and with just two light turrets, I am not going to be able to shoot down many either... maybe 18 at best?
You imply that there are heavy deployments of ships to seal off the planet.
Fate
GM, 3630 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 23 May 2020
at 03:16
  • msg #313

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 312):

Ah, yes. That is pretty much the case. Though in this case, the largest freighters take several orbits of the planet to leave, since they are loaded to capacity. Whilst they are observed electronically, a good pilot might be able to attach a small craft to one without being noticed...freighters are typically minimally manned...and go with them to the jump point. Hell, add a little fuel, and you may even be able to jump out with them!

Msg #301:
To slide out under a single freighter, you should roll a Piloting -4 and Stealth -6 to get very close and sneak out of the atmosphere, or -8 and Stealth (no penalty) to actually land on the vessel and be carried out that way.


Of course, you have just stolen something very valuable to them...of course they are going to try to make it difficult to leave! That is why you were hired...the stealth roll covers that short trip from the water to the Freighter as it passes overhead...
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:17, Sat 23 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 159 posts
Sat 23 May 2020
at 19:03
  • msg #314

Re: A small delivery

Yes, and piloting -4 is a 50-50 proposition, stealth requires an 8 or less around a 30% chance ... I am the roll 14 King, so really bad odds just yet.
I also know that they are going to have to let upon the shut down, it's not sustainable. I expect to hear of some folks being called to answer for this.
Fate
GM, 3631 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 23 May 2020
at 23:47
  • msg #315

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 314):

Yes, that is true. There are people being called to answer for it already, and the calls are starting to go up the food chain...

But for now, we could be talking months before it is back to business as usual. However, having done their search and coming up empty handed, they are now talking about blockading the planet, and allowing trade, but through stringent border controls as vessels enter and leave orbit. It has been three weeks since you arrived in the system.

Of course, the extra time in allowing Yung to get to know Hamish quite well, and they start to hit it off a little. Hamish is actually a son of a disgraced Vilani Noble. Apparently, his father worked hard to deal with corruption, but it was a corrupt organised criminal who framed him, and he ended up in relative poverty managing a factory in some obscure colony. Hamish hence learn't how to handle security systems, and in hunting through for evidence to show his families innocents, he has learn so much about hoe the shadowy criminal world works that he has proven himself to be able to handle things better than most. Hence, he takes jobs like this that expose corrupt politicians as a way of getting back at them, even though his father dies years ago.

Of the 4.8 dTons you took on originally, you still have plenty of supplies. (9400/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 160 posts
Sun 24 May 2020
at 02:39
  • msg #316

Re: A small delivery

OK, so (I am being pushed) to get us out of here, we need to take the huge risk you outlined.

I brief Nel, Yung and Luretha on their parts, and let Jurelda know she make have to work to save our bacon. It's going to be really grim.
We move to the expected departure path of the freighter and when it's about time we come up and observe for it ...
When we see the ship coming, we leave the water and move up under it while it is still low, then stick just under it as it circles to leave (no clue how you'd attach to the damn thing).

19:36, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,3.  piloting   JUST made it ...

19:38, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,3.  Stealth.  Did you rig that?  again JUST made it...
Fate
GM, 3634 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 24 May 2020
at 03:04
  • msg #317

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 316):

ROFL, No, I actually did not, and cannot rig rolls I don't make on your behalf! It kind of adds to the excitement of it! Not so much pushed by me as circumstances! To attach, you would have to make the piloting -8 roll, so you are opting simply to fly very close to it under your own power. If you wanted to make another piloting -4 roll to attach, you could now, since you have already done the work of falling into very close formation with it, and you now have time to observe where and how to attach yourselves. An unmodified stealth roll to do so without being observed.

As the massive freighter begins to take off, you position yourselves under the flight path, just over an mountain island that the freighter barely clears. As it passes over the island, you come up underneath it, rolling the craft into an inverted position to blend in with the underside of the hull. Your radar signature should now be pretty indistinguishable from that of the massive line freighter. Even though it is unlikely to make any difference, there is barely a word spoken aboard, as if everyone is doing their part not to be noticed. There do not seem to be any signs you are noticed as the freighter climbs out of the atmosphere, but you really do not know what the atmospheric blockade will be like.

Of the 4.8 dTons you took on originally, you still have plenty of supplies. (9400/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 161 posts
Sun 24 May 2020
at 03:10
  • msg #318

Re: A small delivery

Do we know where this ship is jumping to? If not, we'll need to split from it and jump on our own ....
Fate
GM, 3637 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 24 May 2020
at 03:20
  • msg #319

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 318):

The main trade route from here would suggest Nukaash, but you can only really estimate that it is jumping coreward.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 162 posts
Sun 24 May 2020
at 03:50
  • msg #320

Re: A small delivery

Nukaash would be fine, Ushmi would be OK ...   when it gets ready to jump, we'll have a look around and jump at the same time (as close as we can) but we will go to Nukaash. *IF* There are lots of military stuff nearby, we'll just jump with the freighter to where ever.
Fate
GM, 3640 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 24 May 2020
at 04:03
  • msg #321

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 320):

The jump point is the most heavily patrolled area outside of the planet. A second stealth roll to remain undetected there...on a success, you get to jump.

Arnaa System, 12 Dec 2177, supplies (9400/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 3 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Sun 24 May 2020
at 20:40
  • msg #322

Re: A small delivery

It's a close run thing, but we manage to jump out to Nukaash.


13:38, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,3,5.  Stealth.   By 1
Fate
GM, 3645 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 24 May 2020
at 20:53
  • msg #323

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Nelaroi Hurta (msg # 322):

Indeed you do!

The vessel reaches the jump point, at which you set your jump drive to match theirs, and you jump out to Nukaash, arriving a week later much relieved! You shot through the blockade, and are still intact. Better yet, arriving about the same time as the freighter, you are not initially detected...initially anyway.

There are two Gashiddas here as well.

Nukaash System, 19 Dec 2177, supplies (9350/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 163 posts
Sun 24 May 2020
at 21:14
  • msg #324

Re: A small delivery

We stay within the freighter's shadow initially but peel off to a GG when we can to refuel before jumping to 0809 and thence to 0909 to refuel.




OOC - Be off lime for around 6 hours ...
Fate
GM, 3646 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 25 May 2020
at 06:19
  • msg #325

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 324):

As the freighter enters the system, it is hailed by the patrol, who intends to send a customs inspection party to board. The massive vessel heaves to, and one Gashidda approaches, while the rest ignore it and watch for new arrivals or departures. Due to the blockade at the planet, it seems to be slow business for them though...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 164 posts
Mon 25 May 2020
at 18:57
  • msg #326

Re: A small delivery

We slide off to the side away from the customs ship and stay in the lee of the large freighter.
Fate
GM, 3649 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 25 May 2020
at 20:42
  • msg #327

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 326):

Ok, give me a stealth roll to cover that. Unmodified...you would have some warning about this.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 4 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Tue 26 May 2020
at 02:05
  • msg #328

Re: A small delivery


19:05, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,2.  Stealth.
Fate
GM, 3650 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 26 May 2020
at 06:50
  • msg #329

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Nelaroi Hurta (msg # 328):

You subtly move to the far side of the freighter, staying very close and keeping signals to a bare minimum.

The freighter is boarded, and the customs guys leave after a couple of hours. While a long and nervous wait, you are not threatened with exposure, as far as you know. Finally, the shuttle departs, and the big freighter moves towards the planet. There are a number of small craft nearer the planet, you think you can blend in and follow a freighter departing if you want to.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 165 posts
Tue 26 May 2020
at 16:53
  • msg #330

Re: A small delivery

OK, but we must refuel before jumping out...
Fate
GM, 3657 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 26 May 2020
at 20:50
  • msg #331

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 330):

You do have fuel for 4 parsecs, or 2 full range jumps...while underwater, you had weeks during which you could refuel and refine fuel, so I assume you left there with full tanks.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 166 posts
Wed 27 May 2020
at 00:29
  • msg #332

Re: A small delivery

Yes we did, but then jumped from Arnaa ... or are you implying that was a free jump?
Fate
GM, 3660 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 27 May 2020
at 07:39
  • msg #333

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 332):

Not free, but it was only 2 parsecs. You had full fuel in Arnaa, so now you have half fuel, enough for 2 parsecs...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 167 posts
Wed 27 May 2020
at 18:35
  • msg #334

Re: A small delivery

We need to refuel, as the next system has 0 GG.
Fate
GM, 3665 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 27 May 2020
at 20:29
  • msg #335

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 334):

Hmm, there does seem to be a number of Systems that have no gas giants. Ok so you would want to slip away to a gas giant, walk me through how you plan to do that.

The freighter is planning to fly straight into the planet and land at the starport. The Gashiddas are monitoring all ships flying to and from Arnaa, and there is a single Gashidda monitoring traffic to an from the coreward systems, searching ships apparently at random.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 168 posts
Wed 27 May 2020
at 21:33
  • msg #336

Re: A small delivery

Well hopefully there is a GG near our path... Crap, there aren't any, so we have to land or scoop water. We'll peel off close to the planet as he does his ever lower orbit and scoop water, then head out for a jump point, hopefully avoiding the Gashidda hopefully or at least far enough to avoid him, given our speed.
Fate
GM, 3669 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 28 May 2020
at 06:55
  • msg #337

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 336):

Ok, one more stealth then, to get to the planet with the Freighter without being detected.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 5 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Thu 28 May 2020
at 18:58
  • msg #338

Re: A small delivery

Nel has a tough time avoiding the security, but manages to do so.


11:57, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,5.  Stealth.
Fate
GM, 3673 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 28 May 2020
at 20:35
  • msg #339

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Nelaroi Hurta (msg # 338):

You just manage to shadow the massive ship, nearly missing a patrol fighter, but it was detected at the last minute and you were able to move into the shadow of the freighter. As the vessel entered the atmosphere, you finally separate from your guardian freighter, moving to the planet to collect fuel.

You manage to refuel, and the fuel processors get to work. Do you plan to leave the planet openly, or hide and try to leave undetected?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 169 posts
Thu 28 May 2020
at 21:11
  • msg #340

Re: A small delivery

How much traffic is there? Racing fighters is not profitable.  We'll hide until we have a better feel for the situation.
Fate
GM, 3676 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 29 May 2020
at 05:04
  • msg #341

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 340):

With no blockade here, the traffic is moderate and is barely monitored. Only the jump point to Arnaa is watched. You will have quite a bonus to stealth to get out unnoticed. You can always wait for an outgoing freighter to increase that bonus, too.

Nukaash System, 19 Dec 2177, supplies (9350/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:41, Fri 29 May 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 170 posts
Fri 29 May 2020
at 17:11
  • msg #342

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we'll just join in the procession of ships headed out, looking to be in the middle of a small group (2 or 3 others). We avoid getting close to and Guard ships; we'll veer off toward our next destination and move smartly (fast) to the jump point.
Fate
GM, 3680 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 29 May 2020
at 21:28
  • msg #343

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 342):

You head out with the next large freighter heading to the Azun (0809). There are a pair of Heros and a couple of Bounty Hunters escorting it. You get to the limits of the planets gravitational well, where the vessels can jump, without being bothered, blending in with the group, though you notice one of the Bounty Hunters noticing you and moving in behind you. Just to be careful. Where are you jumping to?

Destination: Ishnar, Ishnar Subsector, Solomani Rim 1504

Nukaash System, 20 Dec 2177, supplies (9343/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 171 posts
Fri 29 May 2020
at 23:12
  • msg #344

Re: A small delivery

0809 and then on to 0909 to refuel.
We give the ship a squirt of speed as the Bounty hunter moves toward us and jump.
Jurelda is on guns just in case.
Fate
GM, 3683 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 29 May 2020
at 23:28
  • msg #345

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 344):

Moving you on appears to be the desired effect of the Bounty Hunter, and as you leave, they leave you alone.

You jump to 0809, where there are no Gas Giants to refuel, so you are able to jump to 0909, which has 2 Gas Giants, or you can stop at Azun (0809) and buy fuel, after spending Christmas in space.

Kung Ho and Hamish have become closer, it seems, and Nelaroi gives you a really nice Christmas present...a long night with her that lasted at least 24 hours. It sets of Luretha a bit, so she comes in to join the fun! By that time, Nelaroi is exhausted, and plays along.

Azun (0809), 27 Dec 2177, supplies (9293/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 172 posts
Sat 30 May 2020
at 02:00
  • msg #346

Re: A small delivery

Oh Heavens... If Nel is exhausted, Sdian must be close to dead ;-)  But if he can, he will do his best to pleasure Luretha as well.

We pick the outer GG and scoop fuel, then  as soon as we have enough to jump, we move on to 1007 and refuel completely, then jump to 1306 and thence to 1405 to refuel fully again.
Fate
GM, 3686 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 30 May 2020
at 02:17
  • msg #347

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 346):

Sdian is young and full of testosterone! But make HT check, we will see about his endurance! It is a Christmas he should not forget...pretty much went through the entire Vilanian version of the Karma Sutra...100 positions for completeness! But that is not discussed in polite society...

You refuel at the Gas Giant at 0909, before jumping to 1007. Shaabi has four gas giants, but the world has well over 1 million souls. Despite the thin atmosphere, it is a warm dry world, arid in places but nearer the poles it is very comfortable. Where are you going to refuel?

Hamish and Yung seem to be very good friends by now, and it is Jurelda's turn to feel left out, but she does not show it, rather teasing Luretha for her antics, though they have not been repeated. At least, not by Luretha. Nelaroi is starting to develop a taste for it though.

Shaabi (1007), 10 Jan 2178, supplies (9193/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 173 posts
Sat 30 May 2020
at 02:41
  • msg #348

Re: A small delivery


19:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,2,2.  HT.    By 4

Sdian impresses himself if no one else.

19:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,1.  erotic art.   1 over

We were just going to use the outer GG and prepare to move on.  Do not want anyone getting busy body on what we are doing or where we are going or why.
Nel is developing a taste for???
Sdian will give Jurelda a gentle pat on the ass and say whatever you are comfortable with my dear

Sdian tries to maintain a steady monitor on the sensors so they aren't surprised, assuming that Yung No may be busy at least some of the time.
Fate
GM, 3688 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 30 May 2020
at 03:11
  • msg #349

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 348):

Jurelda is staying left out for now. She thinks you have seen enough action, and she also keeps an eye on the sensors.

Nel is developing a taste for you. She even raises the thought of a family together...in private, of course. Despite your attempt at erotic dancing seeming childish...but it does make her laugh.

You refuel at the Gas Giant once again, this time refuelling completely. A lone Gashidda patrolling the Gas Giants lazily asks where you are travelling from and your destination, as he scans the ship...from a long way away.

"He would be lucky to tell much more than we are not an asteroid from that distance..." comments Yung when called to the sensors due to the activity. Where to next, after we deal with the patrol craft, of course.

Shaabi (1007), 10 Jan 2178, supplies (9193/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 174 posts
Sat 30 May 2020
at 19:41
  • msg #350

Re: A small delivery

Ah..OK, wasn't sure if Nel was starting to like group relations or what.
Sdian will smile and hug her close, but temporize by asking how could anyone raise a family on a small ship like this?
And reminding her that this is all he has at the moment.

We tell the Gashidda we are passing through from Ushmi to Ishnar.

We jump to 1306 and thence to 1405 to refuel fully again.
Fate
GM, 3692 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 30 May 2020
at 23:28
  • msg #351

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 350):

The Gashidda, noting you did not stop at the planet, and that your flight path matches that, acknowledges.

"Welcome to the Ishnar Subsector. You are not looking for new worlds for Shululsish to claim are you?"

There is a pause, then he adds.

"Of course you are not...you are no Kargash flight! Excuse our humour, we are not big fans of them here. Hope they find that evidence to send it to the Royal Court! Like t see them try and deny it then! They still got Arnaa all locked up?"

Nel is not so easily dissuaded.

"You are all I have at the moment, too. But we do have space here. We could easily raise a family here. Think of the joy of a little one, just like you, to take over and help you just as you did for your father..."

Yung Ho giggles at this as she enters the jump points for 1309. This system has two planets, one barren and without atmosphere or water, and the other only a little of both, and no gas giants.

"Head for the primary planet, sir? Looks uninhabited except for a refuelling depot."

Shaabi (1007), 10 Jan 2178, supplies (9193/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 175 posts
Sun 31 May 2020
at 03:00
  • msg #352

Re: A small delivery

Hold Yung, wrong system ... Oh, OK, no my error, we will just jump again to 1405 and refuel there.


In response to the Gashidda, Last we heard, Arnaa was locked down tight. We had no reason to trade there thankfully.


Nel, Let me think, but I still feel that it is too soon. Also, my mother left the ship after I and my sister were born, as she felt the ship was no life for a child... and that was a bigger ship. That  break up still causes me concerns.
Imperial Gashidda
NPC, 12 posts
Sun 31 May 2020
at 03:21
  • msg #353

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 352):

"No, of course not. Not that you could even if you had reason. Have a nice trip..."

1405 is a trinary system with 2 Gas Giants and one planet that is very earthlike. There are 7 moons and three other planets that are well outside the goldilocks zone, two outside the Gas Giants in elliptical orbits and one inside the three orbiting stars.

Rimmon (1306), 17 Jan 2178, supplies (9143/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 176 posts
Sun 31 May 2020
at 19:21
  • msg #354

Re: A small delivery

We look around before heading toward the outer GG to see if there might be a better source of fuel.

The very earth like planet is inhabited? Any Customs cruisers around?

We process fuel until we can jump to Ishnar ... I presume Hamish can let us know where it is we are to go?
Fate
GM, 3696 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 31 May 2020
at 20:38
  • msg #355

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 354):

1405 is very much inhabited, with millions of farmers and no small number of other workers. Total population about 500 million. There are only 3 patrol cruisers at the planet, and vessels passing through are not troubled.

You fully refuel at the Gas Giant, and move to the jump point. Hamish reveals that his instructions are to land at a military base on Ishnar, after giving a special landing code.

As you come out of Hyperspace at Ishnar, there is higher security that other planets in he sector. A pair of Shamshirs wait at the jump point, and they instruct you to heave to, and prepare to be boarded.

Ishnar (1504), 24 Jan 2178, supplies (9093/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 177 posts
Sun 31 May 2020
at 21:56
  • msg #356

Re: A small delivery

Joy!  I don't figure I will be out running or out gunning them so heave to.
Vilani Patrol
NPC, 57 posts
Mon 1 Jun 2020
at 06:44
  • msg #357

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 356):

Lol, you could outrun them, but this is the planet you need to land on. Hamish asks you to let him deal with the inspectors...this was anticipated by him.

You heave to, and the Gashidda pulls alongside. The small assault shuttle you so dread drops out and moves over to dock with you. At 1/5th your size, is is not insignificant. The shuttle docks, and the airlocks connect with a very familiar hiss. Four uniformed officers exit, their sidearms still in their holsters.

"Welcome to Ishnar. It has been a long day, so I hope you don't have much to declare..."

His clothes are creased, and you sense he is not lying!

[If you are happy to let Hamish take over, just introduce yourself as Master, and introduce your passenger as the reason you are here. Otherwise, you can handle this as you please. They are not hostile, just tired. A reaction roll will be in order if you want to handle it, as well as any influence rolls you want to try.]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 178 posts
Mon 1 Jun 2020
at 18:19
  • msg #358

Re: A small delivery

I am  Master McGuire;  We have little to declare, I bring a courier who can explain better than I.  He motions toward Hamish.
Hamish
NPC, 6 posts
Shady guy
Mon 1 Jun 2020
at 20:33
  • msg #359

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 358):

"Hi. Andre Rue sends his regards. He has asked me to greet Tamesha Ganim personally. Please contact him with regards to our arrival."

The Vilani Inspector stops in his tracks.

"shakkanakhu Tamesha Ganim? Ummm, you want me to contact him? Personally?"

He looks as if Hamish had just pointed a plasma cannon at his face, and does not relax as Hamish confirms with a nod. He reacts slowly, turning to one of his underlings.

"Ok. Make the call."

The underling immediately returns to the shuttle and can be heard on the radio.

"This could take a few minutes." the inspector explains.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 179 posts
Mon 1 Jun 2020
at 23:48
  • msg #360

Re: A small delivery

Certainly, we understand.
Fate
GM, 3700 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 2 Jun 2020
at 06:56
  • msg #361

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 360):

The call is made, and a few minutes later the underling returns and says something very quietly to the Inspector. He responds by nodding, before turning back to Hamish.

"shakkanakhu Ganim is apparently expecting you. We are to escort you to his personal estate, where you are to land. I will put the location in your computer..."

As he moves towards the console, Yung Ho interrupts him.

"This particular model is in, umm, Geaonee. Yes, Geaonee. You would have trouble understanding it. Please, give me the location, and I will make sure we have it right."

He pauses and look at you with a puzzled expression.
This message was last edited by the GM at 06:56, Tue 02 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 180 posts
Tue 2 Jun 2020
at 17:27
  • msg #362

Re: A small delivery

That was how I could afford this ship ... it had some non-standard computer/electronic features we had to learn., a wealthy Geonee had it built his way, when he passed from this life, his ship was not so desirable to most all who looked. No one could get the systems to work, fortune smiled and Yung has figured it out ... The alternative was buying all new systems for it and having them installed.
Fate
GM, 3703 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 2 Jun 2020
at 20:44
  • msg #363

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 362):

He laughs nervously.

"I guess you get what you pay for. Alright, here are the co-ordinates."

He gives Yung the details, and she punches the into the computer, before bringing up the location on the screen.

"This the location?"

Once he confirms it is, he asks you to accompany him to land there, before he returns to his shuttle, and all return to the Gashidda.

They start to move off, expecting you to follow.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 181 posts
Tue 2 Jun 2020
at 21:24
  • msg #364

Re: A small delivery

Hey, why refuse the escort ... we follow carefully.
Hamish
NPC, 7 posts
Shady guy
Wed 3 Jun 2020
at 08:29
  • msg #365

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 364):

And that is literally what it is...a police escort! You are taken through the flight lanes directly to your destination, and the Gashidda waits overhead as you land. You not the number of turrets around the moderate sized starport, and very heavy security. Clearly, these folk are not taking chances.

After you have landed, an armoured car drives out to meet you, and several men get out.

"Well, time to go make my delivery. You should come too, Sdian. You sure earnt your pay this trip."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 182 posts
Wed 3 Jun 2020
at 17:17
  • msg #366

Re: A small delivery

I did not do it alone, I needed all the crew to do it, but I expect we all can't go, so I will go represent the crew.
Fate
GM, 3706 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 3 Jun 2020
at 20:40
  • msg #367

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 366):

You go with him to the armoured car. The guards are smiling and happy to see you, and one of them seems to know Hamish.

"You have it?"

Hamish just nods.

"Incredible! You guys actually got it out of there, too! Hop in."

The ride is fairly smooth, given it is a military vehicle, and last for about thirty minutes before you come to a stop and get out. The building is very impressive, though close examination suggests that it is far from new. Carved stone foundations and pillars show considerable weathering, but they have clearly been maintained. Moving with the guards up the stairs, you are ushered into a large hall with a long table. Seated at the table are a number of very distinguished individuals. You are taken to the far end, where then gentleman seated at the head of the table is watching you intently. He addresses Hamish.

"You have found plans on Arnaa relating to systems in our sector?"

"I have." He simply hands him a secure box, opening in in front of him.

One of his aides steps forward and takes the drive, putting it into a computer behind him, connected to a large screen. After a few minutes of navigating files, visible on the big screen, a large presentation shows up.

The presentation shows the plans with Shululsish backing, to destabilize the Darrukesh using pirates and large numbers of Gashiddas to deal with existing law enforcement, before the military buildup by Shululsish, combined with their experience in combating pirates, comes to bring stability to the region. Of course, it relies on that same military buildup being successful in dealing with Girii. Reactions from the audience are generally anger.

"We should have guess those pirates were backed! They were not profitable on their own!"

"This needs to go to the Shadow Emperor!"

Ishnar (1504), 24 Jan 2178, supplies (9093/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 50 person-days food per week.)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 183 posts
Wed 3 Jun 2020
at 21:33
  • msg #368

Re: A small delivery

We heard snatches of radio traffic reporting the disturbance at Girii did not go well for those prosecuting it, but have nothing factual.
Fate
GM, 3708 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 4 Jun 2020
at 06:37
  • msg #369

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 368):

[OOC: The current date in Jan 2178, not long after the raid of Seru by Gloria in Nov 2177, and well before the defeat of their fleet at the end of Oct 2178. It is unlikely you would have even heard of the raid.]

"Son, it is facts we need, not heresay. But it is facts that our friend has stolen, and you have delivered to us. But Bernard is right, this does need to go to Vland. However, sending it by you would not be wise. We need to send it by a diplomatic means, with official recognition. That way, if Saarpuhii Eshi wants to stop it, he will have to use means that will break Imperial Law in a most serious manner."

"Would not be the first time..."

"No, but if he destroys the evidence and it is not diplomatic, no-one will even bat an eyelid..."

"And who will get evidence it was him if he destroys a diplomatic courier?"

"Maybe send a couple. There is bound to be enough evidence if he destroys a few of them."

"Only if he knows about all of them..."

"Diplomatic couriers have to be registered to be given diplomatic immunity."

"But what about the best immunity of all...anonymity. It got the evidence here, after all."

"They will know we are sending this to Vland. They are not that foolish!"

"But they will not know how many we are sending to Vland, will they? We can make a lot of copies!"

The room looks at the old gentleman who said that. He is smiling calmly and he turns to you.

"How do you feel about a trip to Vland? What would your price be?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 184 posts
Thu 4 Jun 2020
at 20:06
  • msg #370

Re: A small delivery

Vland? I have no idea of where it is, so I have no clue as to what I should ask. Also I think we must revisit Ushmi to get the remaining portion of our money and to drop Hamish off.  I am unprepared to answer your questions.


OOC- Sorry I looked at the January and figured I was two+ months after the great battle ...
Fate
GM, 3712 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 4 Jun 2020
at 22:54
  • msg #371

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 370):

"Hamish is a great thief, and therefore someone who is capable of stopping thieves. We would also have a diplomat accompany you with charts and funds for directions. Of course, such a journey is considerable, we would understand if it is too much to ask of you and your crew. It is likely to take months."

Vland does not come up in the Interstellar wars timeline, but is at Vland Subsector, Vland 1717 in the Golden Era, 5 Sectors (Each sector is 4 x4 subsectors) coreward!)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 185 posts
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:18
  • msg #372

Re: A small delivery

May I speak with my crew?, one of whom will be glad to travel with Hamish I am sure. But the $10 Million waiting at Ushmi is still a major consideration. Otherwise charts and such will need to be programmed into our non-standard Geonee computers.
Fate
GM, 3714 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:23
  • msg #373

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 372):

"You have Terran computers, and you know how to use them? No wonder you got through! We will more than compensate for the $10 million, and I am sure it will still be there when you get back. Of course, speak to the crew. We would need you all in agreement for this."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 186 posts
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:27
  • msg #374

Re: A small delivery

I will, and I would bet that Mr Rue would forward it if you asked.

He will ask to be driven back to the ship where he will hold an all crew meeting and ask them if they are willing to undertake this trip ... I will mention that Hamish is coming along  and there will be another diplomat, name and gender unknown.
Luretha Setlock
NPC, 1 post
Engineer
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:31
  • msg #375

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 374):

"Well, it does get us far from where we have history. Did they talk cash?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 187 posts
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:36
  • msg #376

Re: A small delivery

Yes, they mentioned giving us the $10 mil we are owed and paying us well for the trip, which appears to be months long and will take us deep into the core of Vilani space.
They seem to be onto our Geonee computers too .  he grins.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 6 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:45
  • msg #377

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 376):

"Well, dear, they are only a sector from Terra, and I am sure the first Terran who did not use the normal jump points got their attention. I have always wanted to see Vland! That could be so exciting!"
Luretha Setlock
NPC, 2 posts
Engineer
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 00:50
  • msg #378

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Nelaroi Hurta (msg # 377):

"As long as we get paid. Sorry, been felling a little off this morning, probably some of the local food we were offered after we landed. Some sort of vegetables. Tasted nice, but I am not feeling so good this last half hour."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 188 posts
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 03:07
  • msg #379

Re: A small delivery

I see... Nel, could you check that out please. Jurelda? no comments?  Otherwise we seem to be in complete agreement.

Sdian will return with an answer assuming Jurelda has no major concerns.

OOC - Luretha's comment confuses me, as if Vland is as far coreward as you say, Terra is nowhere near it... and I am about to accuse you of being MEAN!! if that's Morning Sickness.
Yung No Misra
NPC, 1 post
Sensors
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 05:36
  • msg #380

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 379):

"You assume my agreement?"

She looks a little embarrassed.

"Well, ok. We are getting paid, so yeah, I will agree. But only because it is a good job."
Jurelda Cabeceira
NPC, 1 post
Gunnery
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 05:46
  • msg #381

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Yung No Misra (msg # 380):

She laughs.

"Hey, does it matter if we stay in one place, or go to the capital? If we have a diplomat on board and we are getting paid, it is more above board than usual for me. Lets do this...maybe we can retire after a job like that!"

[OOC: Are you referring to Lurethas comment about getting far from where they have history? They have history in the Rim Sector and Magyar Sector. Heading a long way coreward gets her far from those sectors...or did I miss something.]

[Private to GM: Lol, Mean for morning sickness, after an entire night of going at it? Lol, she nearly critted her HT check, but they both passed easily! She just failed the morning sickness roll...]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 189 posts
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 19:11
  • msg #382

Re: A small delivery

My apologies Yung No, I thought you enjoyed Hamish's company and would enjoy his continued presence. I did not mean to infer anything beyond that. I will let the powers that be here know that we will support them.


[Private to GM: Critted HT checks... in a bad way? Both are now in a delicate condition?  I thought we had much better birth control now, in 2178. Failed the Morning Sickness roll is not good ... Sdian is in deep trouble ... may be sweet trouble, but it is deep! Sdian will be put out if Nel decided to get herself knocked up and start a family without an agreement by Sdian.]
Fate
GM, 3720 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 21:18
  • msg #383

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 382):

The authorities are glade to hear that you are willing to take the diplomat. They offer 5 million a month for the trip, which is considered to take a long time, but request that you wait until they organize the official diplomats as well, all of which will have copies of the data you retrieved.

You have a chance to get out and prepare.

[Private to GM: Critted a HT check in a good way. Pregnancy is a natural thing, that results from passing a lot of HT checks! In Nels, case, a condom burst, but you did not notice. In Luretha's case, she was too vigorous and pulled it off (not with hands or deliberately)! Vilani have lower medical Tech to Terra, similar to current medical Tech, so it is not significantly more advanced.]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 190 posts
Fri 5 Jun 2020
at 22:09
  • msg #384

Re: A small delivery

That is a welcome break for all ... and if we have been paid the $10 mill, each of the girls gets a $mill ... Sdian keeps two for himself and the rest goes into ship funds for repairs and updates. Speaking of which, are their any that might be worth purchasing? better sensors, computers for language translation etc.
Fate
GM, 3724 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 6 Jun 2020
at 22:26
  • msg #385

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 384):

You are paid $10 Million up front, and they assure you they will have the cash recompensated from   Rue. They do get a receipt from you that you have received payment. There is plenty of maintenance work to be done, especially on the jump drive, and you do end up paying $5 mill in maintenance, mainly in spare parts that will be used in servicing equipment as time allows.

The $1 mill each goes well, and the girls do a lot of shopping...especially for the maternity side of things! I will get back to you late Monday (Aus time) about some of the details...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 191 posts
Sun 7 Jun 2020
at 20:04
  • msg #386

Re: A small delivery

Sdian is half excited and half distraught as he finds out he is going to have a nursery cruiser. He moves Nel in with him in his cabin, puts Jurelda and Luretha in another, asks Yung and Hamish (separately) if they'd like to share a cabin ... if so, they have no issues... if that isn't acceptable, he needs to find out who the Diplomat is and how they feel about sharing a cabin with Hamish ( or Yung No if it's a she).

He dare not convert sick bay to a cabin, but does make sure Nel gets the needed attachments for female check ups and birthing. He starts taking some basic birthing classes on the computer too, while they wait to go.



13:04, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,2,3.  Birthing Classes _ from First Aid    [Private to GM: made by 4]
Fate
GM, 3732 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 7 Jun 2020
at 22:16
  • msg #387

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 386):

The moving folk around takes little time, and you have plenty of discussions from the ladies involved. The diplomat is an elderly Vilani man, who, given the secrecy and the situation, is happy to share a cabin with Hamish. Apparently they knew each other from many decades ago, but had lost contact in the intervening years. The cover of two pregnant crew members promises to be a useful distraction for his mission.

You find quite a few birthing books, and gather a number of Vilani drugs that will help with the process, and a whole lot of advice. As the time approaches, it is suggested that taking on a doctor or midwife might be appropriate, though the Diplomat has had some experience with medicine, focussing mor eon infectious diseases. But he likely knows more than he lets on.

So the day of departure approaches...

[OOC: This is going to involves a lot of travel, dispersed with what may or may not be smaller adventures on the way. Should we just take it 5 jumps at a time, on a route the diplomat decides, or do you want some/all input into the route?]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 192 posts
Sun 7 Jun 2020
at 23:10
  • msg #388

Re: A small delivery

Long as the diplomat/Planner has some concept of our limitations that is fine.  5 week bumps is fine too ... not even sure I'll be able to track all this on the map we were using.  No room for a Mid-wife or Doctor ... Nel is going to have to train me up... I assume we were only down for a month, so the pregnancies should not have progressed all that much.  Jurleda and I also need to brush up on the engineering situation.


OOC - I had the opinion that Hamish was a younger man ... if he new this other fellow decades ago, he is no spring chicken ! ...
Fate
GM, 3735 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 8 Jun 2020
at 11:45
  • msg #389

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 388):


Vilani are long-lived. For Terrans and most subject races age thresholds are 50, 70, and 90 years.

GURPS: Interstellar Wars, P146:
Vilani live much longer than Terrans, maturing at about the same age, but experiencing aging thresholds at 100, 140, and 180 Terran years.


So if he looks about 35 for a human, he is probably closer to 70!

Yes, with the ladies, they are not well along. HT rolls will be needed at the end of each trimester (3 months), but the first is still 2 months away. In the meantime, your research indicates a number of drugs reputed to assist with pregnancy and childbirth.

The diplomat brings the charts to the ship. There are 90 systems in the data brought, so it takes a lot of time to download it all!

177 parsecs -- 90 jumps or 18 5 jump segments.

Ishnar (1504) -> Gulimaru (1402) -> Obidos (Diaspora 1440) -> Nape (1339) -> Usheriima (1138)
-> Alki (1136)
-> Emeluura (0935) -> Pettelli (0734) -> Sheshene (0533) -> Attax (0531) -> Jinchi (0529)
-> 531-210 (0627) -> Aahasu (0526) -> Pesuuzu (0524) -> Hideous (0422) -> Vigo (0521)
-> Futatsu (0519) -> Kosmo (0417) -> Ninja (0415) -> Baanis (0214) -> Toga (0113)
-> Thorfell (Daibei 3211) -> Victorignox (3210) -> Aduulikgaa (3208) -> Shards (3206) -> Blackcombe (3204)
-> Ruins (3003) -> Viguilli (3001) -> Jobere (Zarushagar 3039) -> Ralik (3037) -> Gaidraa (3136)
-> Pylon (3134) -> Pinelette (3032) -> Tagend (3030) -> Hiistan (3028) -> Dothama (2928)
-> Shytek-Oberon (2826) -> Peolanti (2824) -> Kamov (2822) -> Hefei (2820) -> Banjul (2818)
-> Keevis (2816) -> Bikaner (2615) -> Mordor (2415) -> Xaff (2214) -> T'saeis (2212)
-> Fema (2210) -> Westminster (2009) -> Tinskeep (1908) -> Hypaethral (1906) -> Al Mansur (1904)
-> Khii (1902) -> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) -> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) -> Sabhaash (2036) -> Haakhai (1935)
-> Piileir (1833) -> Kashni (1732) -> Iash (1730) -> Ekhugush (1728) -> New Titan (1726)
-> Kamgikiik (1824) -> Bradley (1822) -> Aiaiyal (1821) -> Iunda (1920) -> Rukhigu (1918)
-> Mahonri (1816) -> Kikaduum (1615) -> Nguma (1613) -> Iesha (1712) -> Cimmeria (1511)
-> Imgaa (1409) -> Gurgesgu (1208) -> Mirkigli (1206) -> Ziruushda (1204) -> Miam (1202)
-> Nelson (Vland 1240) -> Iplukaddesh (1238) -> Borealis (1337) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Senkon (1534)
-> Imdur (1632) -> Kanoka (1630) -> Akumid (1628) -> Lalazim (1626) -> Zushar (1624)
-> Ilma (1523) -> Asanik (1722) -> Kha (1820) -> Sazisi (1719) -> Vland (1717)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 193 posts
Mon 8 Jun 2020
at 19:16
  • msg #390

Re: A small delivery

OOC - So those who are a part Vilani and a part Human live how long? Sdian, Cyril are both half and half... Gloria is human.
I presume all the ladies on Sdian's Nail are at least ½ Vilani and several likely full Vilani.
This will also matter somewhat with the children who are some mix as well.

So Yung No is not THAT thrilled with Hamish? good to know.


We get the ship in good shape, then start off on our great adventure. What is this diplomat's name?
Fate
GM, 3737 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 8 Jun 2020
at 20:24
  • msg #391

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 390):

Those who are half and half are probably half way in between...75, 105 and 135 years. Most on Sdians Snail are at least part Geonee. Jurelda is 1/2 Terran 1/2 Geonee, Nel, is 1/2 Terran, 1/2 Vilani, Yung No is 1/2 Geonee 1/2 Vilani and Luretha is Geonee. There is a reason those two girls were more open to a half Terran...

With Yung, more to the point Hamish is keeping himself distant...

Andy Eneri if the Diplomats name.

The ship is probably in the best shape it has ever been in this decade by the time you are ready to depart. Three other diplomats are sent publicly, with considerable fanfare. By that time, the content of the data you are carrying has been widely broadcast. The plans to destabilize 3 border worlds in order to claim them draws considerable outcry, as two of these systems are significant mining systems, and the third system has a strong agricultural aspect, plus a shipyard.

The first set of jumps takes 6 weeks, with refuelling on the way. Andy can pay for anything, but the more he covers the greater the chance he can be tracked due to his expenditures.

Most of the planets in this run are desolate mining planets, and Alki is no exception. As you move into the Gas Giant to refuel (the planet is bleak and lacks atmosphere), you detect a strange sensor reading within the Gas Giant. It does not seem to be a ship, or indeed anything solid.

Ishnar (1504) -> Gulimaru (1402) -> Obidos (Diaspora 1440) -> Nape (1339) -> Usheriima (1138)
-> Alki (1136)

Alki (1136), 03 Mar 2178, supplies (9240/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:31, Mon 08 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 194 posts
Mon 8 Jun 2020
at 22:42
  • msg #392

Re: A small delivery

We refuel, but Yung No and I spend some time working the sensors to determine what we may have located.


15:39, Today: Yung No Misra rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,5.  Computer Ops - Sensors.
15:38, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,6,2.  Computer Ops - Sensors

Both of us are 2 under skill.


So Hamish is trying to distance himself from Young No?

Has Luretha relaxed around me and stayed friendly/intimate?  Any other changes in relations?
Fate
GM, 3740 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 8 Jun 2020
at 22:46
  • msg #393

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 392):

There appears to be some form of energy moving through the Gas Giants. It does not seem random, but you cannot determine the source, or even if there is one.

Hamish does not distance himself from her, he just continues to hold her at arms length.

Luretha has her moments when she is very friendly with you, much to Nellies chagrin, but then the mood swings away again. You put it down to hormones changing...Nelly is very clingy, wanting to spent LOTs of time with you. Other relations do not seem to have changed.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 195 posts
Mon 8 Jun 2020
at 22:59
  • msg #394

Re: A small delivery

Sounds good, we make a note of this Phenomena and move on.

I succor Nel as needed and Luretha as meets her wants and needs, so she knows she isn't cast away.
Fate
GM, 3743 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 9 Jun 2020
at 08:20
  • msg #395

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 394):

The travelling continues to be sparse, with very few inhabited worlds. The next system has a binary system, and the one after has three stars orbiting a single, fairly dry, planet! Sheshene is another uninhabited asteroid world, but all have Gas Giants that allow refuelling. But it is Attax and Jinchi that are most interesting. Attax is a humid dense world with a small colony, and Jinchi has a small Vegan population. On both, you an save some time by skimming fuel from the surface.

At Attax, Nellie and Luretha nearly come to blows about something that was said and misunderstood while making dinner (You suspect Cabin fever + Hormones, it has been some time). In the after shock, as you sat comforting Nellie, she began to bleed.

It soon becomes apparent she has had a miscarriage, which she correctly diagnoses. She is very distraught, blaming Luretha, who feels terrible about it all. After using quite a few Ushkiirga to aid her immune system, she takes a double dose of Kulikasu and looses consciousness for 8 hours, as the drug is prone to do.

When she comes too, you have refined fuel and are ready to jump. Hamish and Andy suggests looking for somewhere to take a break though.

-> Emeluura (0935) -> Pettelli (0734) -> Sheshene (0533) -> Attax (0531) -> Jinchi (0529)

Jinchi (0529), 13 Apr 2178, supplies (8880/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:38, Tue 09 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 196 posts
Tue 9 Jun 2020
at 18:22
  • msg #396

Re: A small delivery

Perhaps wise ... Sdian looks for an open location that will let them land safely and offer some notice of anyone approaching.
While Nel is out, he goes and calls Luraetha to him, hugs her and say Words hurt, but not so much that we need come to blows; it may well be that the miscarriage was coming anyway, the books say that as many as ⅓ of all pregnancies end in one. But it may take a long time for Nelaroi to forgive, I don't know, but will do what I can. Had we stopped short of physical violence, we could have redressed things far more easily.


11:21, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,2.  Piloting .  [Private to GM: Made it by 3]
Fate
GM, 3744 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 9 Jun 2020
at 20:05
  • msg #397

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 396):

Luraetha responds to your kind words, and is very apologetic to you as well. She returns your hug with a warmth you had not felt before.

You pilot the craft to the jump point, and enter hyperspace successfully and Nelaroi rests. The ladies slowly recover over the next week, and as you arrive at Jinchi, everybody has recovered physically.

Jinchi is a warm planet with only small lakes and no oceans. While the equator is hot and desert like, the poles have lakes and most of the life is there.With the colony at the north pole, the southern pole is deserted with not a soul for thousands of kilometres. You find a tropical island that has much jungle on it, but there is a large section of clear sand as well.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 197 posts
Tue 9 Jun 2020
at 20:25
  • msg #398

Re: A small delivery

OK ... a) I thought we were already ay Jinichi ...
b) I went to land, not move on, where ever we were. Several thought that would be wiser with Nelaroi down ...
We are very supportive of her. I presume the child was far too unformed to make any determination that it was malformed or not viable.


13:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,1.  IQ .  [Private to GM: Just made it]
Fate
GM, 3746 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 9 Jun 2020
at 20:35
  • msg #399

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 398):

The incident happened as you were leaving Attax. Jinichi was the next chance. The child seemed normal, but you are right, it was too early to tell too much.

You land successfully there in the clearing. There are rolling dues, leading to a beach with palm-like trees about 100 yards away.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 198 posts
Tue 9 Jun 2020
at 22:40
  • msg #400

Re: A small delivery

OK, we do a sensor scan for unseen life forms, air quality, pressure etc.  If all is good, wewill let folks out, but ghey must stay with 25 meters of the ship and be armed. Sdian watches over Nel, and if she is awake and up to it, he'll help her outside.
Fate
GM, 3748 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 10 Jun 2020
at 02:13
  • msg #401

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 400):

The shade and beach are 100 m away, and no large life forms are detected. Just plants and some small marsupials eating some plants about 500 m away. Hamish and Andy were thinking about going fishing...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 199 posts
Wed 10 Jun 2020
at 20:34
  • msg #402

Re: A small delivery

I'll tell them I am not really comfortable with them fishing so far away, we know little of the flora and fauna here. Any number of dangerous critters could materialize here from large hunters to things preying on anything getting near the waters edge.
Hamish
NPC, 7 posts
Shady guy
Thu 11 Jun 2020
at 07:27
  • msg #403

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 402):

They are a little upset.

"We did look up this planet in an online database that details dangerous creatures. There are sharks, but nothing particularly dangerous if we stay ashore. Sitting underneath the ship is very frustrating.. when there are lovely palms waiting nearby."

The ladies would also like to get out a little....
This message was last edited by the player at 07:27, Thu 11 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 200 posts
Thu 11 Jun 2020
at 17:54
  • msg #404

Re: A small delivery

I was not aware that you had researched it, if that is the case, go with care ... some sun will help us all.
Hamish
NPC, 8 posts
Shady guy
Thu 11 Jun 2020
at 20:41
  • msg #405

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 404):

"Ah, thank you for that."

Folk waste no time in getting outside, some with hammocks and some with deck chairs, moving to the trees to set up a picnic. The sun is a welcome change. Sensors seem quite normal.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 201 posts
Thu 11 Jun 2020
at 21:00
  • msg #406

Re: A small delivery

Sdian is the captain and stays close by the ship, eyes open and aware, with frequent checks of the sensors inside.
Fate
GM, 3754 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 11 Jun 2020
at 21:07
  • msg #407

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 406):

It is a relaxing time there...how long do you want to stay? Some suggests a week, enjoying the sun. After a day, you can adjust the scanners to indicate the location of sharks within 100 km, so with someone watching the sensors, it is safe to go swimming. Hunting the small marsupials reveal that they are also edible herbivores, and Hamish and Andy bring a couple back with minor laser burns. They are documented as safe for human consumption, and a campfire is soon set up to cook them.

Jinchi (0529), 15 Apr 2178, supplies (8880/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 202 posts
Thu 11 Jun 2020
at 21:09
  • msg #408

Re: A small delivery

I think a day or two is all we should delay, as others seek us ... and giving less time to prepare is desirable.
Hamish
NPC, 9 posts
Shady guy
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 04:18
  • msg #409

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 408):

As much as it is nice to relax and swim a little, most know you are right. Begrudgingly, they return after the second day, ready for a few more weeks in Hyperspace.

-> 531-210 (0627) -> Aahasu (0526) -> Pesuuzu (0524) -> Hideous (0422) -> Vigo (0521)

Of the next group of systems, Aahasu has no Gas Giants, but the water world on 531-210 was quite enough to get you to the Gas Giants at Pesuuzu, though the planet has a considerable population on it in case refuelling was a problem. Arriving at Vigo, you are relieved to find a nice comfortable planet with a negligible starbase, if you could call it that. It is more of a paddock with a hotel beside it really...

The advertising brochure makes it sound lovely and cosy...wood fires and wood-fired pizza, a peculiar food you have not heard of much. Beer, on the other hand, is something you are quite familiar with...

The ladies have settled down somewhat, and all seem to be getting a little excited by Luretha's expected arrival. Nelaroi is suggesting you both decide to have another try...if you sleep with her (and you will be invited to several times) you suspect that she is deliberately not using any precautions. The child may be gone from her, but the hormones seem to have awoken a mother within her! [Private to GM: Roll a will roll if you want to resist her Sex Appeal...]

Hamish and Andy, and at time Yung No, keep out of the ladies games.

Vigo (0521), 25 May 2178, supplies (8860/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 203 posts
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 19:47
  • msg #410

Re: A small delivery

Does Vigo have fuel? It might be worth a short stop, we look it up on the computers. I also ask the two travelers views.

Sdian is not at all surprised by Nelaroi's inclinations, he debates taking his male contraceptives but decides not to, as the side effects can be bothersome. He is not rough, but does take her in several different positions for the next couple of nights  So your fertile time Nel?
Fate
GM, 3759 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 21:30
  • msg #411

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 410):

She is delighted that you are willing to try again, and for a few weeks you wonder if she can ever get enough. Not that you mind...

[Private to Sdian McGuire: Will need some HT checks! She passed the second one, which would be week 2 of this 5 week trip...]

Neither Hamish nor Andy know much other than what is in the databases...this is just a little out of the way planet that grows food (you could probably get some fresh supplies) and has a few thousand people at most. Hamish does not think it likely that there will be much going on politically here.

Vigo (0521), 25 May 2178, supplies (8860/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 204 posts
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 22:16
  • msg #412

Re: A small delivery

Supplies are nice, fuel is critical, no fuel and we may as well scrape a Gas Giant and be on our way I am afraid.


Sdian is content to keep her as full as he can.

2 Misses and a hit

15:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,1.  Ht + Fit.
15:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,6,4.  Ht + Fit.
15:14, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,5.  HT + Fit.
Fate
GM, 3760 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 22:32
  • msg #413

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 412):

Sorry, forgot to mention the fuel. It is unrefined, and Andy can cover for it.

Lol, with Nelly, she missed on the third week, but her fourth week...well you probably should roll for that!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 205 posts
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 23:17
  • msg #414

Re: A small delivery

Not sure which way you are reading these...


16:16, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,1.  HT + Fit.
Fate
GM, 3761 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 12 Jun 2020
at 23:42
  • msg #415

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 414):

ROFL. BOTH rolled a critical success...for the fourth week! What are the chances! I don't think the trimester rolls will be needed for this.

By the time you arrive at Vigo, you both know she is again pregnant, and she asks for a romantic night in a log cabin to celebrate. Others just want to relax...

The climate is snowy and cool.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 206 posts
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 00:19
  • msg #416

Re: A small delivery

Sigh ... log cabin? How romantic...  hopefully there is indoor plumbing.
Leave a guard,  get a couple of beers and try this Pizza stuff out.
Fate
GM, 3762 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 00:27
  • msg #417

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 416):

The pizza stuff is quite nice, and Luretha and Jurelda  are willing to keep watch one night as long as they get the next night to enjoy the night out...Yung and Hamish make the same offer.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 207 posts
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 00:30
  • msg #418

Re: A small delivery

OK, But would like one of my crew on board each night, Hamish and Andy are not crew, although their willingness to help guard is much appreciated.
Since we did only one night in the cabin, we can come back to the ship too... I can get outthe swing and the other little fun things...
Fate
GM, 3765 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 01:25
  • msg #419

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 418):

Yung will accompany Hamish on the third night.

After a few hours you learn the following details about the place.

You learn that the major town where the starport, if it could be called one, is called Evansmith. Although having said there, you learn that well hidden in the mountains are a pair of plasma cannon guarding the starport. The town is nestled in a valley bordered by mountains. Over a thousand students attend the Agricultural Intitute based just out of town Evansmith, and a healthy tourist population abounds the year round to enjoy the cool resort facilities, including skiiing.

Evansmith's economy thrives on tourism and local industries such as agriculture and forest products. Due to this strong economic base, Evansmith is growing slowly and offers excellent services relative to its size. Lifestyles range from rural to suburban, with a predominantly working-middle class population. Crime has risen in recent years, with a sharp increase in drug trafficking and vandalism. Skiing and hunting are the major recreational activities.

Curiously, the weather and terrain, Evansmith's greatest assets, are also its worst liabilities. The heavy snowfall and rugged surroundings so favourable to skiers seal off the valley for months at a time during bad winters, making landing by starships more hazardous.

The Agricultural Institute is three miles out of town on the main road. The population diminishes moving outward from mainstreet, graduating from near urban squalor to 'the sticks'. Cedar and pine border the region, with tall mountains on the northern border. Wildlife is abundant, and so are RVs and vacationers.
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:27, Sat 13 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 208 posts
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 03:27
  • msg #420

Re: A small delivery

OK, I will assume Yung has come across for Hamish ... start thinking I may need to find a new Sensor crew person.

The third day we board and do our preflight checks, before heading out.
Fate
GM, 3767 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 04:26
  • msg #421

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 420):

The third day is a bit far away. On the second day, a Bounty hunter jumps into the system. It moves to the planet, requesting landing permission, which is granted.

Hamish suggests that you could either quickly find some work here, giving legitimacy to our being here, or try to deal with the Bounty Hunter after he lands, if he is hostile. He may not be, but such vessels are usually guns for hire... While your ship is parked here though, the plasma cannons can defend it if he tries to do any funny business...
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:54, Sat 13 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 209 posts
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 21:33
  • msg #422

Re: A small delivery

I suggest we load up and get clear ... he'll likely need to process fuel, so we should be gone by the time he is ready to jump, if he even cares.
Fate
GM, 3770 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 13 Jun 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #423

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 422):

You load up and leave just after the Bounty Hunter has touched down and gone into the administration building. Jumping from the system, you head to Toga, with the only real planet on the way being Ninja. The natives there, whilst numerous, are not human, but some kind of small primitive Avian species.

-> Futatsu (0519) -> Kosmo (0417) -> Ninja (0415) -> Baanis (0214) -> Toga (0113)

Toga (0113), 25 May 2178, supplies (9240/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 210 posts
Sun 14 Jun 2020
at 02:33
  • msg #424

Re: A small delivery

Much as Sdian would love to explore Toga and it's beings, he pushes to keep moving before the Bounty Hunter or something else shows up...
I assume we are beginning to get closer to Vland and thus more likely to find others intercepting couriers. Our pauses may have been unwise in hind sight.
Fate
GM, 3772 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 14 Jun 2020
at 03:19
  • msg #425

Re: A small delivery

Lol, you are not even quarter of the way there yet! It will be a long trip, 90 jumps in total! In other threads where I had trips to the core taking months, I have badly underestimated how long it takes. 2 years is more the standard time, and for opponents to guess your route is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Your urgency or lack of other business is more likely to alert anyone to what you are doing than your route...it is only in the last 5 jumps where that becomes likely again.
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:19, Sun 14 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 211 posts
Sun 14 Jun 2020
at 20:52
  • msg #426

Re: A small delivery

OK then... so we can look at these Primitive Avians... Sdian is quite intrigued and attempts to make a friendly contact to learn about them.
Fate
GM, 3776 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 15 Jun 2020
at 01:43
  • msg #427

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 426):

They seem to understand, but they do not seem to have voice boxes. They may even be tasty... Andy informs you they are known as chirpers, a low intelligence species but recognised as an intelligent species regardless.

Roll a Linguistics roll (or default linguistics) with a -2 modifier to skill due to the unusual speech.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 212 posts
Mon 15 Jun 2020
at 03:19
  • msg #428

Re: A small delivery

I have no such skill as linguistics, and if it is IQ -5, I have failed miserably ,  If it's IQ -2 I just made it ...
Fate
GM, 3778 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 15 Jun 2020
at 06:13
  • msg #429

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 428):

These creatures are on Ninja, btw, so this is taking place there...

These creatures seem like the distant relatives of other creatures you have seen before somewhere, but considerably more primitive. You notice they all seem rather juvenile...an adult does show up briefly, but is gone the moment you turn your back.

Jurelda wants to take one for a pet...
This message was last edited by the GM at 06:17, Mon 15 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 213 posts
Mon 15 Jun 2020
at 19:12
  • msg #430

Re: A small delivery

I tell Jurelda absolutely not ... we could start a war through the misunderstanding ...


12:09, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,1,3.  IQ - Memory.

Do these seem like/similar to the beings on Uriisha?
Fate
GM, 3780 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 15 Jun 2020
at 20:02
  • msg #431

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 430):

There are similarities, but these are somewhat more primitive. One one them seems to take an interest in Jurelda's flashlight, which it grabs and suddenly runs off with!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 214 posts
Mon 15 Jun 2020
at 22:27
  • msg #432

Re: A small delivery

Sdian laughs  I'll buy you another, in fact I think I have a spare you can have. Perhaps we should be on our way ... I don't think we will be able to build a relationship quickly at all.
Fate
GM, 3785 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 16 Jun 2020
at 01:54
  • msg #433

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 432):

She smirks.

"I liked that torch..."

Others become more careful with possessions as you gather to reboard the ship. Launching, you continue your journey.

-> Thorfell (Daibei 3211) -> Victorignox (3210) -> Aduulikgaa (3208) -> Shards (3206) -> Blackcombe (3204)

You come to the system of Shards. A heavy, dense atmosphere clings to the planet, giving it an air of an industrial place. There could be all sorts of folk here, but the expectant ladies want a medical check-up.

Shards (3206), 03 July 2178, supplies (8940/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 215 posts
Tue 16 Jun 2020
at 02:45
  • msg #434

Re: A small delivery

I Understand, but this looks to be an unhealthy place to get it, what does Blackcombe offer?
Hamish
NPC, 10 posts
Shady guy
Wed 17 Jun 2020
at 22:27
  • msg #435

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 434):

Blackcombe offers very little. It's atmosphere requires breathing gear to be worn due to low pressure, so the population there are very small and generally stay in domes.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 216 posts
Wed 17 Jun 2020
at 22:32
  • msg #436

Re: A small delivery

I see, and this place appears to have a bad atmosphere as well ... what is there after Blackcombe?
Fate
GM, 3790 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 18 Jun 2020
at 10:23
  • msg #437

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 436):

Ruins has no atmosphere or colony. Viguilli is at least three weeks away, but has nearly 500 million souls.

-> Ruins (3003) -> Viguilli (3001) -> Jobere (Zarushagar 3039) -> Ralik (3037) -> Gaidraa (3136)

Shards (3206), 03 July 2178, supplies (8940/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 217 posts
Thu 18 Jun 2020
at 17:51
  • msg #438

Re: A small delivery

So Viguilli should have good health facilities and hopefully clean air. We check our data on the system.

If so, we head there, if not we suffer through Shards.
Fate
GM, 3793 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 18 Jun 2020
at 23:04
  • msg #439

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 438):

There is a reasonable amount of data on this place. Run with an iron fist by a strong government, rules are strictly enforced and are rigid.. They boast of Imperial Standard health facilities.

Shards (3206), 03 July 2178, supplies (8940/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 218 posts
Fri 19 Jun 2020
at 02:16
  • msg #440

Re: A small delivery

Which place do you speak of?  Nel will have some comments/input as well.
Fate
GM, 3794 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 19 Jun 2020
at 02:29
  • msg #441

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 440):

Sorry, a fair bit of data on Viguilli. The girls are in two minds, but would prefer better facilities, but the delay does concern them.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 219 posts
Fri 19 Jun 2020
at 18:00
  • msg #442

Re: A small delivery

OK, to Viguilli it is, we move to get them there ...
Fate
GM, 3797 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 20 Jun 2020
at 02:17
  • msg #443

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 442):

Three weeks later, you arrive at Viguilli. The place is cool but there is no snow. Large wooded areas seem to cover the planet, dispersed with numerous farms. The capital reminds you of the biggest farming town you have seen, complete with the attitude against 'foreigners' and 'aliens' (Anyone who has ever spent any time not on this planet, apparently!). Still, the city is large, and has 3 big hospitals with modern Vilani medicine. The nearest is also the smallest, and is just 15 miles away. The largest is 35 miles away through the sprawling metropolis.

Viguilli, 24 July 2178, supplies (8760/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 220 posts
Sat 20 Jun 2020
at 04:00
  • msg #444

Re: A small delivery

We'll take the ladies to the small hospital, as they should know if there is a problem they can't handle.  He is comfortable that all will be fine.
Fate
GM, 3800 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 20 Jun 2020
at 23:22
  • msg #445

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 444):

The trip to hospital is a challenge. You hire a van to take them there for a ridiculous sum of $100, with a driver, for the day. Luretha is now into her last trimester and is due in September. But the big surprise is Nelly, who is due in February and has three young babies inside her!

It is suggested that you buy about $1000 worth of medicines for the continued trip...

Viguilli, 24 July 2178, supplies (8760/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:26, Sat 20 June 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 221 posts
Sun 21 Jun 2020
at 03:54
  • msg #446

Re: A small delivery

Three!!?  Now he is concerned and scared, not just for Nel, but for how in the devil he is going to be able to deal with so many children! He may have to upgrade to a Lightening just to have room.

The medications are bought. We head back to the ship and pass the word, He now get's really serious about learning piloting while Nel can still teach him. He also looks around for a nurse/midwife who might want to join the crew. Nel can help him interview any applicants.
Fate
GM, 3803 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 21 Jun 2020
at 22:10
  • msg #447

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 446):

Ok. How and where are you looking? Adding extra bunks is not done in Vilani space, but an extra large cabin/ nursery would fit. Probably take 2 weeks to install...and cost
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 222 posts
Mon 22 Jun 2020
at 00:43
  • msg #448

Re: A small delivery

No, Not going there just yet ...  Just looking for the  nurse/midwife ... and it isn't a crisis yet... askig around the hospital on the way out...
Fate
GM, 3806 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 22 Jun 2020
at 01:22
  • msg #449

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 448):

Just asking around the hospital? Ok, give me a reaction roll then. You probably want a 17+...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 223 posts
Mon 22 Jun 2020
at 03:52
  • msg #450

Re: A small delivery

He tried his skill as a merchant trying to hire someone.


20:51, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,2.  Merchant.
Fate
GM, 3812 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 24 Jun 2020
at 23:19
  • msg #451

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 450):

Sdian finds a company specialises in placements for starship crews. He finds two possible candidates: A Seurrat woman who wants to travel, and a young High Villani teenager who wants to visit Vlland. Please detail your offer to them.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 224 posts
Thu 25 Jun 2020
at 01:59
  • msg #452

Re: A small delivery

Please give me some back ground on each ... the teenager is questionable, as we asked for a midwife...
Fate
GM, 3815 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 25 Jun 2020
at 04:22
  • msg #453

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 452):

Teenager: Young, smart girl, finished nursing school early, fresh out, possibly from a wealthy family.

Suerrat: Middle aged, hairy (see Sierra), partner recently died in a bandit attack. Wants to escape, get away somewhere far from cities. Has nursing experience in a school.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 225 posts
Thu 25 Jun 2020
at 17:48
  • msg #454

Re: A small delivery

OK, so neither has much experience in midwifery although the youngster has more recent (more current) instruction. How old is the "Very Young Vilani girl? Is she speaking low Vilani or High?
How much are they looking for in wages?

We really only have room for one of them if  am correct.
Fate
GM, 3820 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 26 Jun 2020
at 10:26
  • msg #455

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 454):

You might need to make some modifications for even one. Four staterooms with maximum capacity of 2 each, you have Hamish and Andy in one, Kung and Jurelda in one, the two pregnant girls in the third and you in the fourth. Well, the three of you in 2 rooms...and little ones coming!

The older one has recent paediatric medical experience working in the school, but no recent midwifery experience and wants $12,000 per month. The younger one speaks high Vilani and has no experience, and wants $8,000 a month
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 226 posts
Fri 26 Jun 2020
at 17:54
  • msg #456

Re: A small delivery

OK, Sdian has a preference, but wants Nel's professional opinion before deciding.
Fate
GM, 3825 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 27 Jun 2020
at 01:57
  • msg #457

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 456):

Between a giant teddy bear or a pretty impressive young girl, Teddy Bear wins every time!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 227 posts
Sat 27 Jun 2020
at 02:17
  • msg #458

Re: A small delivery

Sdian Nods maybe we should move on and look at the next systems.
Fate
GM, 3827 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 27 Jun 2020
at 02:39
  • msg #459

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 458):

2 weeks away is Ralik, which also has a moderate population. You could try there.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 228 posts
Sat 27 Jun 2020
at 03:14
  • msg #460

Re: A small delivery

Any response from the applicants?
Fate
GM, 3830 posts
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Sat 27 Jun 2020
at 10:21
  • msg #461

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 460):

Sorry, I did not realise they were present when you discussed this.

The young girl will look with surprise. "We are not good enough for you?"

She will storm out in a huff. The Suerat, being older, just shrugs at her response.

"I am not sure you have accommodation for me, do you?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 229 posts
Sat 27 Jun 2020
at 22:04
  • msg #462

Re: A small delivery

That too is an issue, although we can fudge some if folks are willing ... But I really need a midwife first. Thank you for your time though.


We'll try Ralik.
Fate
GM, 3834 posts
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Sun 28 Jun 2020
at 02:16
  • msg #463

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 462):

"I appreciate that. I would advise you to sort out the accommodation first though. Otherwise, those who can find somewhere else, will."

She leaves quietly. You get ready to depart.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 230 posts
Sun 28 Jun 2020
at 20:01
  • msg #464

Re: A small delivery

On to Ralik!
Sdian smile's at the Nurses guidance, she has no idea of how hard it would be to remove Nel from his cabin at this point. Too bad the young Vilani nurse didn't work out ... she looked sort of cute. He stops himself from thinking further down that path.
Fate
GM, 3839 posts
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Mon 29 Jun 2020
at 10:26
  • msg #465

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 464):

The trip to Ralik takes two weeks, during which time the ladies maternity instincts seem to go into overdrive. Luretha, due in about a month, is getting quite large and finding it harder to get around. She is also getting more attached to you, and seemingly due to her state Nelly is not objecting. By the time you arrive, you find the population is large enough, but the starport facilities are somewhat more lacking...

Ralik 09 Aug 2178, supplies (8640/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 231 posts
Mon 29 Jun 2020
at 16:13
  • msg #466

Re: A small delivery

WE'll make do, what are the medical facilities like? Certainly they must have some with a decent population. I'll do my best to comfort and care for Luretha and Nel ... it's Nel I am concerned about as triplets are not at all low risk.
Fate
GM, 3842 posts
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Tue 30 Jun 2020
at 08:05
  • msg #467

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 464):

Medical facilities here are good, by Villani standards. Vilani medicine emphasises the use of various useful drugs more than the more invasive Terra medicine.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 232 posts
Tue 30 Jun 2020
at 22:55
  • msg #468

Re: A small delivery

OK, we'll try here, and also look for a midwife to hire...
Fate
GM, 3843 posts
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Wed 1 Jul 2020
at 01:14
  • msg #469

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 468):

Sure you can. Decide what skill you are using to advertise, or what method, then make a roll...a penalty of -2 will apply due to the accommodation.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 233 posts
Wed 1 Jul 2020
at 03:01
  • msg #470

Re: A small delivery

Sdian uses his merchant skills, as they arehis strongest...


20:00, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,6,1.  Merchant.  [Private to GM: Made by 4]
Fate
GM, 3844 posts
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Wed 1 Jul 2020
at 05:20
  • msg #471

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 470):

You again find two prospective persons. One is a farmer's daughter who has done nursing, paediatrics. She is not at all the prettiest to look at, but seems nice enough. Maybe the fact she is a Bwap.... The other is a young Geonee male who seems quite competent, but perhaps a little arrogant.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 234 posts
Wed 1 Jul 2020
at 17:49
  • msg #472

Re: A small delivery

Neither excites any interest.

What sort of guidance from the medical staff?  Meds?
Fate
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Thu 2 Jul 2020
at 03:22
  • msg #473

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 472):

Which medical staff do you seek guidance from?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 235 posts
Thu 2 Jul 2020
at 21:56
  • msg #474

Re: A small delivery

Obstetrics I'd think ... that's what started this effort.
Fate
GM, 3850 posts
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Fri 3 Jul 2020
at 03:39
  • msg #475

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 474):

Ah, so another hospital visit. They recommend observation and staying active, as well as breathing exercises. They give another checkup. All is well with both mothers.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 236 posts
Fri 3 Jul 2020
at 16:29
  • msg #476

Re: A small delivery

OK, so off we go... we will check on bigger systems for a midwife willing to join us... otherwise, we continue our trip.
Fate
GM, 3853 posts
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Fri 3 Jul 2020
at 22:36
  • msg #477

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 476):

The next planet is Gaidraa, a smaller but denser planet, heavily populated with 200 million souls. The shipyard there is larger than most as well, and it does seem heavily industrialized, though there is a large political city. You have three starports you can land at here, one at the capital, one in the mining region and one at the shipyard.

The Shamshirs patrolling this planet give the air of officials that will brook no nonsense.

Gaidraa (3136) 17 Aug 2178, supplies (8580/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 237 posts
Sat 4 Jul 2020
at 02:18
  • msg #478

Re: A small delivery

We keep moving...  and check for up coming systems that seem to have growing populations and medical schools.
Fate
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Sat 4 Jul 2020
at 02:50
  • msg #479

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 478):

You want someone fresh out of medical school??? The ladies want someone with experience! They also want a nursery, which could be done here...

The next set of planets are

-> Pylon (3134): A farming colony that provides a lot of food for the planet you are now on.
-> Pinelette (3032): A barren system without a colony
-> Tagend (3030): An inhospitable system with a mining colony
-> Hiistan (3028): Another barren system without a colony
-> Dothama (2928): Another system like the one you are now on, heavily industrialized with a military shipyard.

Head to Dothama?

Gaidraa (3136) 17 Aug 2178, supplies (8580/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 238 posts
Sat 4 Jul 2020
at 18:33
  • msg #480

Re: A small delivery

My thinking is that medical schools also have experienced instructors and aides... but no, we are looking for experience.

OK, let's land and get a quote on the nursery... what do we have to give up to build one?
Fate
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Sat 4 Jul 2020
at 22:11
  • msg #481

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 480):

It would cost 2 dTon of cargo space and $70 k, plus take two weeks to do the work.

Experienced teachers already have jobs, and are no more likely than any other practising doctor to change career.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 239 posts
Sun 5 Jul 2020
at 03:30
  • msg #482

Re: A small delivery

A bit pricy, but two weeks? That seems a long time for what needs to be done. We will ask if that's a normal work rate of speed... can we do any of it to speed things up?

As for Dr.s... they move reasonably often around here... some stay and other don't.
Nurses and midwives move about a well, baed on better pay or better working conditions (or getting away from a jerk).
Fate
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Sun 5 Jul 2020
at 20:21
  • msg #483

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 482):

There are ways to speed it up, but they cost. Double the price to halve the time, as they rush some work and get in a whole lot of extra contractors. If you really wanted it cheaper, they could probably reduce the price by 25% for double the time too, going to cheapest bidders, canvassing all options, etc.

As for Doctors, they do move, but usually just locally. Internationally less so, and intersteller, much less so again. Just as each planet have their own laws, so too each planet has their own medical regulation body, and many do not recognise other planets qualifications or, if they do, require extra work to be done before they can practice locally (just like countries on earth today).
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 240 posts
Sun 5 Jul 2020
at 20:33
  • msg #484

Re: A small delivery

It costs to just sit on the ground too... so where is the happy trade off?
Can we do any of it?

Based on what Isee a gteat many Doctors and Nurses move around quite a bit ... maybe just here in the US. Lots of foriegn Doctors who went to school here and stayed.

Anyway, we want a midwife, not a Dr.
Fate
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Mon 6 Jul 2020
at 06:48
  • msg #485

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 484):

Yeah, midwives are a branch of nurses. Similar issues with registration as well, though not as stringent. There are qualifications that suit spacefarers, but they are less popular as they are much more expensive. And they therefore have higher expectations with regards to conditions.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 241 posts
Mon 6 Jul 2020
at 22:27
  • msg #486

Re: A small delivery

OK, let's be a bit more clear here... Qualifications: for the midwife? the cabin? the conditions?

The Midwife is much more expensive?  a Specialty is often pricy and then sometimes they can accept other conditions as pay... such as travel, recommendations etc.

High expectations on a Space Ship are likely misplaced.; and unless the midwife can help with other needs, they are a one act show. Of course you haven't enumerated what these expectations might be.
Fate
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Tue 7 Jul 2020
at 06:05
  • msg #487

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 486):

Qualifications for midwives. Generally midwives are only trained to local planetary standards, as required for registration to the local medical board. Midwives trained to Empire standards, as required to work on starships, are rare due to a combination of low demand and high expenses. They are usually only employed for large long range liners, and usually have backup specialities such as paediatrics, emergency medicine or infectious diseases to make the high price for their services more acceptable. They usually require a sickbay and a personal cabin, and wages commensurate with those of a hero commanding officer.

Cabin construction, and indeed starship construction standards are pretty much set through the empire.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 242 posts
Tue 7 Jul 2020
at 18:34
  • msg #488

Re: A small delivery

LoL... OK, Well we will have to forgo a Hero Midwife ... But since Nel is our medical expert, we will need someone to suplemement her...since she is also the one with triplets.

Looks like we need a miracle roll...  which we did not get.

11:32, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,3,4.  Merchant Miracle

We move on as soon as the updates are installed  I will assume we have something that will serve as a birthing chair?
Fate
GM, 3873 posts
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Tue 7 Jul 2020
at 20:32
  • msg #489

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 488):

Can do. Are you getting a Sickbay as well? Will cost a little extra, but may be worth it...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 243 posts
Wed 8 Jul 2020
at 02:44
  • msg #490

Re: A small delivery

I believe we have always had a sickbay...  we are adding a nursery. I just am not sure how well equipped the sick bay is for unusual things like birthing.
Fate
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Thu 9 Jul 2020
at 04:05
  • msg #491

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 490):

I will have to check, I thought they did not, but I could well be wrong...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 244 posts
Thu 9 Jul 2020
at 16:44
  • msg #492

Re: A small delivery

Every version of ghe craft I remember had some sort of sick bay ...  because it takes long trips far from help, it's almost as critical as engines.
Fate
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Thu 9 Jul 2020
at 22:43
  • msg #493

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 492):

One might think, but no. The basic version in the book does not have one, nor does the basic smuggler version. A sickbay is $200,000 and takes up one space. The extra rooms take up 4 dTons of space, reducing your overall cargo capacity to 2 dTons. Time to install one is still the same, though the passengers are willing to cover half the extra cost as they benefit from it.

The Grav Car would have to be sold and would cover your half easily enough. You could take it on one last road trip while they are doing the work...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 245 posts
Thu 9 Jul 2020
at 22:46
  • msg #494

Re: A small delivery

OK, I guess I am leaning on the diagrams too much...
So if we do this, what is our new configuration?
2 dTons isn't much capability with which to work.
Fate
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Thu 9 Jul 2020
at 23:08
  • msg #495

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 494):

Iken Smuggler 108.2 M Solars, 100 dTon Needle/Wedge
(6.1G/Move:2120, dDR:10, dHP: 35, Cargo Space: 2 dTons, Fuel: 4 Parsecs, SM:+8)
Weapons: 4xPulse, 1xMissile, 1xSandcaster, Crew:4, Life Support: 10, Sickbay

You can carry 4,000 person days of supplies in 2 dTon, or for a crew of 8, enough for 500 days (over 70 weeks). You have used just over 1000 person days of food so far on this trip, and have passed up many opportunities to resupply!

You currently have 5 crew (self included) and 2 passengers, and are expecting 4 infants and looking to hire 1 medic. That would be 8 adults and 4 infants/children (need 0 rations for the first year, then 0.25 for the next 3 years, until age 4, 0.5 rations until age 7, 0.75 rations until aged 10, then full rations/life support after that. Children need only 0.5 life support until aged 10, for simplicity.

Gaidraa (3136) 17 Aug 2178, supplies (8580/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 246 posts
Fri 10 Jul 2020
at 17:54
  • msg #496

Re: A small delivery

Umm.. the Iken smuggler does indeed seem to have a sick bay as I remembered... last item.

I was not so concerned about food but cabin space and common areas are important. Most don't spend their waking time in their cabins, as they are cramped. Thus Common area is important.

My concern over the small payload is not for food but for money making cargo.
I am presuming that we get some fresh foods every time we stop...  not critical to count in my view, but you may want to fudge things toward not being out of food if we should get close. Right now we would seem to have about 90% full larders.
Fate
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Fri 10 Jul 2020
at 22:04
  • msg #497

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 496):

That was the one added when you asked about the modified vessel configuration. I checked the original and it was absent, as well as absent from all other versions of the Iiken.

The size of staterooms includes some common areas, bigger areas for more staterooms. Since it had previously been used for supplies, you are actually gaining a bigger common area. Hence the big difference between bunks (which do not include common areas) and state rooms, which do.

Yes, right now you have no shortage of supplies! Doing anything special while the modifications are being done? Some nice tourist resort, perhaps?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 247 posts
Sat 11 Jul 2020
at 02:46
  • msg #498

Re: A small delivery

watching the ship and finances...

OK, I thought the Captain had a cabin/stateroom ... the remaining crew had a bunk room with two bunks a small desk and a fresher (shared between two bunk rooms if I were designing it). I know we had to add a stateroom for Hamish and the Ambassador/diplomat.
Two women shared a bunk room and fresher (the designs all give one per bunk room). Nel has sort of moved into my cabin for obvious reasons ... we are adding a nursery beside the common areas and losing some cargo space. We really do need a Sickbay/ birthing area ... sort of critical I'd think.
Beginning to understand why Dad had a Hero.
Fate
GM, 3882 posts
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Sat 11 Jul 2020
at 08:57
  • msg #499

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 498):

Like most Vilani ships, you had no bunk rooms, only state rooms. You could, of course, convert some into bunk rooms, but that would be unusual. Only Terra designs feature bunks. Vilani designs are typically much more spacious.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 248 posts
Sat 11 Jul 2020
at 20:07
  • msg #500

Re: A small delivery

Sigh ... OK ... I think we really need a ship layout chart... does this ship have only a single deck or is it a deeper wedge shape with small compartments/tanks/whatever above and below?
Fate
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Sun 12 Jul 2020
at 03:48
  • msg #501

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 500):

They are pretty small...as long as the contents are there I am not fussed about the details. Being Aerodynamic it would seem to be single level with tanks above and below to give shape. That is why I am happy to let you find something similar...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 249 posts
Sun 12 Jul 2020
at 21:56
  • msg #502

Re: A small delivery

I did, but you never concurred with any of them ;-)
Fate
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Mon 13 Jul 2020
at 08:39
  • msg #503

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 502):

True. That is because I am sticking with the details for the craft in the system. The deck plans are more approximations for roleplaying. None were exactly what I was looking for, so I leave them as approximations.

If you can find an actual Iiken, I am happy to run with that, though this one is still modified with larger engines and more cabin spaces, and now a sickbay, right?

Do you do anything while the modifications are taking place?

Gaidraa (3136) 17 Aug 2178, supplies (8580/9600 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 250 posts
Mon 13 Jul 2020
at 15:55
  • msg #504

Re: A small delivery

We will do some shopping for fresh foods, look around the immediate local area and monitor construction. No trips away, unless the diplomat so chooses.
If we come upon anything special that would be useful for ship or people, we can explore it further, but we try to keep expenditures low.
Fate
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Mon 13 Jul 2020
at 20:22
  • msg #505

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 504):

The first few days are taken up by getting the construction details right, and you find the Vilani shipyards struggle with modifications, but this is within Imperial standard, so they manage.

You stay at a cheap hotel nearby, and the expectant girls take the opportunity to go shopping for all sorts of maternity stuff. You wonder if you will fit it all in, and what was supposed to be a cheap stay is turning into an expensive shopping trip half-way through. Perhaps you need to get out of town...they expect to be finished by the 25th.

Gaidraa (3136) 20 Aug 2178, supplies (8520/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 251 posts
Mon 13 Jul 2020
at 21:39
  • msg #506

Re: A small delivery

The girls spend their money...
We cannot stay aboard ship while this is done?
Not very interested in leaving the ship unattended or for paying for a hotel, cheap or otherwise.
Fate
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Tue 14 Jul 2020
at 07:36
  • msg #507

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 506):

Some could, but the ladies want some pampering. The diplomats would prefer to stay out of sight for now though, and leave the city altogether.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 252 posts
Tue 14 Jul 2020
at 19:28
  • msg #508

Re: A small delivery

Sigh... OK, but Sdian is staying with his ship (it's all he has after all)... anyone else staying?
Fate
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Tue 14 Jul 2020
at 20:08
  • msg #509

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 508):

For the most part, no. The ladies are having some girl time, and the diplomats are getting out of  the boat for a while.

The work progresses well, and is completed on time. The ladies do manage to find a male Suerrat obstetrician. Though young, he has a few years experience and is looking to travel, feeling out of place here amoung Vilani farmers.

Gaidraa (3136) 25 Aug 2178, supplies (3400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 60 person-days food per week, or 360 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:13, Tue 14 July 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 253 posts
Tue 14 Jul 2020
at 20:28
  • msg #510

Re: A small delivery

That sounds good except for whom he gets to room with ... It won't be Sdian!!!
We make an effort to let everyone know when things near completion...
How much cash do we have left after all of this?
Sdian did NOT pay for dresses, rooms or travel.

He does suggest that Nel and this new guy, assuming he comes along, trade knowledge.
Fate
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Tue 14 Jul 2020
at 20:41
  • msg #511

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 510):

He is happy to share a room with Jurelda, who found him. The feeling is mutual, it seems. Nelaroi is learning as much as she can from him, and he is willing to come for $6000 per month.

The girls spent their own money, though Luretha and Nelaroi think you should reimburse them for the children's items, since they are your children...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 254 posts
Tue 14 Jul 2020
at 21:31
  • msg #512

Re: A small delivery

But of course I had no say in what they bought or how wise it was ... he share some of he costs.
Sdian is a bit jealous when this guy moves in with Jurelda, but stifles it.
Otherwise, it seems to be a good deal.
He makes sure Luretha gets felt up and kissed when he comes into pay some of the cost for the kids stuff.
He knows that pregnant women need to feel wanted and appreciated.
He of course makes sure Nel gets equal or better treatment
Fate
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Wed 15 Jul 2020
at 07:33
  • msg #513

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 512):

Lol, yep, that is exactly how it works!

But the attention shown the girls reaps rapid results. Apparently the time away did allow the heart to grow fonder, and their first night back is one to remember, despite the advanced state of one of them.

Most of the shopping actually goes to fitting out the nursery, so in a way, it is ships fit out.

It turns out that for a Seurrat, he is quite outgoing, as they are usually very quiet. Sensing your feelings, he is keen to make himself useful and also proves to be a good cook.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 255 posts
Wed 15 Jul 2020
at 16:43
  • msg #514

Re: A small delivery

A good cook is a great find, as food can get boring quickly. We start tidying up the ship for departure...
Sdian is happy with the company and does his best to make sure the ladies are glad they thought of it.


How much $$$$ do we have remaining after all of this?
Fate
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Wed 15 Jul 2020
at 20:33
  • msg #515

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 514):

$ are shown on Players Vessels thread: $900 k left in total...sale of the Grave car you no longer have room for helped (well, technically, you would have room, but then you would struggle to fit in anywhere near enough supplies.

His cooking does use a little more supplies, but the variety of food is very nice, and most have no trouble with that.

The next planet, Pylon, is a small agricultural backwater. After that, things become much more desolate, with several unoccupied systems before you get to Dothama.

It is during the Hyperspace trip to Dothama that Luretha goes into labour. There are complications, and it is only with the the sickbay, Nelaroi and Ronny (the new Sueratt) working together for 6 hours that they are able to save the child. Luretha had bleeding as well, and needed assistance, but recovered after a day or two.

They were still recovering 36 hours later when you arrive at Dotheama, and the hyperspace exit alarms signal that you ar approaching the planet. A regional capital with Imperial standard medical facilities, the timing was good.

-> Pylon (3134) -> Pinelette (3032) -> Tagend (3030) -> Hiistan (3028) -> Dothama (2928)

Dothama (2928) 02 Oct 2178, supplies (2980/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:33, Wed 15 July 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 256 posts
Wed 15 Jul 2020
at 21:43
  • msg #516

Re: A small delivery

OK, We put in here and have Luretha and the child attended to, hopefully both will recover quickly and be able to travel soon. Can Ronny or Nel explain to Sdian what caused all the problems we didn't expect?
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 7 posts
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Thu 16 Jul 2020
at 02:42
  • msg #517

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 516):

"The umbilical cord was wrapped around the babies neck, and it was a breach birth. Neither is a particularly unusual complication, but together, they were life threatening. The new equipment in the sickbay almost certainly saved the child's life, combined with the fact there were two of us."

Taken to hospital, both mother and child recover quickly and are released 36 hours later.

Dothama (2928) 04 Oct 2178, supplies (2960/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 257 posts
Thu 16 Jul 2020
at 03:43
  • msg #518

Re: A small delivery

That's scary... I guess Ronny is a blessing of sorts as I wouldn't have been as much help to you, Nel.

We pack up, bring some formula to let Luretha rest too and head out ...assume she mostly nurses, as it takes the pressure off.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:17, Thu 16 July 2020.
Fate
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Thu 16 Jul 2020
at 07:07
  • msg #519

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 518):

She does, and the hospital staff do a lot to help her with getting used to things.

The next day, you go to pick her up. The young boy is a bundle of energy, and it is soon apparent that he is going to take a lot of looking after. You wander how you will cope with the nappies, and the walls suddenly seen to be altogether...not soundproof!
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:02, Fri 17 July 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 258 posts
Thu 16 Jul 2020
at 17:21
  • msg #520

Re: A small delivery

Wunnerful, Wunnerful... hopefully he is a happy baby and doesn't fuss much. There are enough people to pass him around and keep him busy.
We press on, it's beginning to seem like a life-time long trip to Sdian, although it has been just less than a year.
Fate
GM, 3904 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 16 Jul 2020
at 20:34
  • msg #521

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 520):

And he is not half way there! Heading off to Shytek-Oberon next, or staying a week for observation first? The travel details for the next 5 jumps are as follows:

-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), large industrial colony
-> Peolanti (2824) large agricultural colony
-> Kamov (2822) small agricultural colony
-> Hefei (2820) Uninhabited
-> Banjul (2818) fueling station

Dothama (2928) 04 Oct 2178, supplies (2960/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 259 posts
Fri 17 Jul 2020
at 00:16
  • msg #522

Re: A small delivery

With the Dr aboard, we'll move on ...

Hard to understand how they can maintain an empire with such incredibly slow communications.
Fate
GM, 3906 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 17 Jul 2020
at 03:57
  • msg #523

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 522):

Perhaps the reason for the Empires fragility...

The trip is long, especially as many folk are struggling with sleep. A child in such a small space crying so often is draining, but after the first week, you find the giant Teddy Bear, Ronald, is indeed a godsend. His high hygiene and fur make a perfect place for the little one to sleep. Of course, with three more coming, you wonder how you will cope...

But the nursery is also proving a valuable commodity. Hamish and Andy, along with Yung, keep to themselves a lot more, but you find that the other girls spend a lot of time with you and Ronald...the mothers more with you.

The systems ahead of you are not really more inviting. Half-way through, by Mordor, the diplomats are aching for a hunting trip. The air there is very thin, requiring some form of suit to be worn for breathing, but not requiring a full space suit.

-> Keevis (2816) Uninhabited system
-> Bikaner (2615) Very small Farming colony
-> Mordor (2415) No colony, but local creatures (small green humanoids)
-> Xaff (2214) Uninhabited system
-> T'saeis (2212) Massive mining colony

Banjul (2818) 01 Nov 2178, supplies (2400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 260 posts
Fri 17 Jul 2020
at 17:30
  • msg #524

Re: A small delivery

OK, the Baby is not much comforted by his Mother? That would be VERY unusual. And she has  um... mammaries too.

Still, having Ronnie be a second source of comfort is a good thing.

Sdian will try to comfort and provide for each of the ladies according to wants and needs.
By your description, Jurelda is also coming to see/talk with Sdian privately ...

Sdian is not very interested in having them go hunting, although he does understand the Cabin fever thing ... He allows it but specifically says no little green humanoids are to be shot unless they are attacked and NONE of them go in the meat locker.
Fate
GM, 3907 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 17 Jul 2020
at 23:47
  • msg #525

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 524):

Of course the baby is very much comforted by his mother, and her lovely baby feeders! Ronny just gives some welcome relief to allow sleep!

Jurelda is spending time with Ronny privately, not so much with Sdian. But with the other two, you hardly have time anyway! At least Ronny is good at changing nappies, saving you that chore!

Yung wants to go with them hunting, and the other two are happy to take her. With your permission, the three set off, but Ronny is appalled at the idea. Jurelda also does not go as a result, and Ronny and Jurelda have more of a picnic nearby (maybe 20 m from the craft, in a nice cleared area with little but small shrubs), inviting you to join them.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 261 posts
Sat 18 Jul 2020
at 02:05
  • msg #526

Re: A small delivery

Sdian is not above hunting for food, but it isn't a strong drive... he finds their desire somewhat disturbing as well.

He will join Jurelda and Ronnie for a bit, check on the ladies and the ship, go back and se how Ronnie and Jurelda are doing etc.
he'd really prefer to get moving again.
Fate
GM, 3908 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 18 Jul 2020
at 02:24
  • msg #527

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 526):

Sometimes you need to just take time to enjoy the journey. All the ladies enjoy the break, and the hours you spend here do help relax you

Ronny notices a rabbit hopping around. He goes over to make friends, and soon it is sitting in his lap!

"Can we keep it?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 262 posts
Sat 18 Jul 2020
at 02:29
  • msg #528

Re: A small delivery

No, Ronnie, it would starve for food and his/her companions on the ship.
They also gnaw on things, and having a cable cut might do any number of catastrophic things.
Ronald Gunther
NPC, 1 post
Obs and Gyno
Suerrat
Sat 18 Jul 2020
at 03:01
  • msg #529

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 528):

"Awww, we can gather grasses at most planets that are hospitable, and it would eat very few. Keeping it in the nursery at all times, I believe they are good for babies development!"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 263 posts
Sat 18 Jul 2020
at 18:13
  • msg #530

Re: A small delivery

Sdian Laughs, and for  Suerrat's too ... No, Ronnie, You can't bring him with us ... leave him in his home. I don't want to have to send him on a space walk, but will if I find him aboard. We don't know what diseases he may carry, and you should wash and disinfect carefully before entering the nursery or touching the baby. It's just good prevention.  Let's get ready to go.
Fate
GM, 3910 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 18 Jul 2020
at 19:56
  • msg #531

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 530):

You all gather things up after playing with the rabbit for a while. The girls also like the cute little creature with floppy ears. They are a little sad to say goodbye, and as you all reboard, it looks wistfully up at you...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 264 posts
Sun 19 Jul 2020
at 03:15
  • msg #532

Re: A small delivery

IQ 12 Rabbit? we close up and move on...
Fate
GM, 3913 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 19 Jul 2020
at 03:36
  • msg #533

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 532):

As you prepare to close the aft door, an arrow flies from the bushes and hits the rabbit! It's dying eyes look longingly at Ronny, and the ladies are rather taken aback!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 265 posts
Sun 19 Jul 2020
at 04:04
  • msg #534

Re: A small delivery

Close up the ship... Nel get us up out of here... someone is shooting arrows...

Sdian is a bit taken aback, he too found the rabbit friendly and charming; the sudden kill was very unsettling.
Fate
GM, 3914 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 19 Jul 2020
at 04:48
  • msg #535

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 534):

You are not attacked as you lift off, though other Rabbits in the area are not so lucky. Small green skinned humanoids rush from the forest and pounce on their kills, bows clearly visible on their backs. They look up at you as you leave.

Hamish commented

 "Hostile little buggers. They tried to negotiate for our  pistols, and shot an arrow at us when we refused to give it to them. Fortunately I took a flamer as a backup, and that scared them off and gave us time to get back to the ship."

You head into orbit and for the jump point. The mood is a little quiet.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 266 posts
Sun 19 Jul 2020
at 17:55
  • msg #536

Re: A small delivery

So you went and got hunted instead of hunting...? Everyone OK?  Yung No?
I think we need to find safer ways to stretch our legs.

Ronny had one of those Rabbits sitting in his lap... he was going to bring it aloong, only I wouldn't let him ... and the little green buggers shot it.
Hamish
NPC, 11 posts
Shady guy
Mon 20 Jul 2020
at 02:37
  • msg #537

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 536):

"They were no match for us, and it was actually fun hunting something that could fight back, and actually seemed evil. Overall, it was not a bad stress relief, but not so safe, as you point out."

Everyone is ok, and seemingly keen to move on.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 267 posts
Mon 20 Jul 2020
at 03:41
  • msg #538

Re: A small delivery

OK, so Yung No is OK...
Nel is obviously uncomfortable, so I fly once we are up and let herrest and suggest things I could do to improve my flying, as I have been doing much of this trip  (Looking to increase piloting skill, Engineering and Sensors among others.).

Off we go
Fate
GM, 3918 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 20 Jul 2020
at 06:15
  • msg #539

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 538):

The girls recover quickly, making jokes about those nasty little green buggers and some wish they had gone hunting them. They are smugglers, after all, and seeing friends die is part of the business. Ronny takes longer to recover.

You press on to T'saeis, analysing the systems that are to follow.

-> Fema (2210) Moderate population planet with a large agriculture industry
-> Westminster (2009) Large Agriculture planet renown for pharmaceuticals
-> Tinskeep (1908) Large secondary manufacturing planet, a lot of high tech, some pollution
-> Hypaethral (1906) A moderate agricultural planet
-> Al Mansur (1904) an hostile mining planet with heavy refining.

T'saeis (2212) 14 Dec 2178, supplies 1860/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 06:18, Mon 20 July 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 268 posts
Mon 20 Jul 2020
at 17:12
  • msg #540

Re: A small delivery

Since food is approaching ½, we do a bit more research on Fema and Westminster to see which might offer a better selection.
I ask Nel & Ronnie about any Pharmaceutical  needs
Fate
GM, 3920 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 20 Jul 2020
at 20:32
  • msg #541

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 540):

Both planets have a considerable variety of both. For $15,000, you can top up both supplies as well as get plentiful supplies of pharmaceuticals. Anything else?

Al Mansur (1904) 25 Jan 2178, supplies 3400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 269 posts
Mon 20 Jul 2020
at 21:51
  • msg #542

Re: A small delivery

No, we just move on and avoid trouble spots like Al Mansur, refueling at a GG and staying away from the mines.
Fate
GM, 3925 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 21 Jul 2020
at 09:57
  • msg #543

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 542):

Bearing in mind Nelaroi is due on the 15th of February,

-> Khii (1902) 02 Feb, Mining world, no atmosphere. Or you could detour to
Sovron (2103), a high population world with modern facilities.
-> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) 09 Feb, large waterworld, low oxygen, small fishing population
-> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) 16 Feb Very thin tainted mining colony
-> Sabhaash (2036) Another Fishing colony, high chlorine content, small population
-> Haakhai (1935) dense atmosphere  agricultural colony, need face mask, larger population.

Al Mansur (1904) 25 Jan 2178, supplies 3400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 270 posts
Tue 21 Jul 2020
at 22:06
  • msg #544

Re: A small delivery

Sovron seems a wiser choice, even with Ronnie aboard. He can escort her to the Hospital and present the medical situation. Sdian also goes, as she is his main squeeze. Jurleda is in charge, and the two men are asked to back her while we are away.
Fate
GM, 3927 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 22 Jul 2020
at 06:36
  • msg #545

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 544):

You set course for Sovron, arriving well before the due date. With an extra week, you are able to find a good hospital that will take care of the entire process, including birthing classes and accommodation. Including your own accommodation as well as starport fees it will cost you $60,000, since you are not a local.

Sovron (2103), 02 Feb 2178, supplies 2980/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 271 posts
Wed 22 Jul 2020
at 18:57
  • msg #546

Re: A small delivery

Ummm multiple births often come early as Mom is getting pretty cramped from ghe babies point of view and Nature seems to adjust for these situations.
Regardless, it is the wise thing to do ...  I will check back with the ship each day, but spend most of my time with Nel. Any services Ronnie does for the hospital, he should be paid or.
Fate
GM, 3930 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 22 Jul 2020
at 20:13
  • msg #547

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 546):

Oh, absolutely. But they book these things with prepayment for foreigners, and with multiple births, it often takes longer to recover.

On the 6th of February, 4 days after you arrive, Nelaroi goes into labour, with the deliveries finishing just 5 hours later. You have 2 boys and a girl, and the next 10 days it is recommended you stay for observation.

Sovron (2103), 16 Feb 2178, supplies 2840/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 272 posts
Wed 22 Jul 2020
at 20:23
  • msg #548

Re: A small delivery

No Doubt... we paid for it, so we will stay, at least for a portion of the 10 days, depending on how things are proceeding ... I will ask Luretha if she can come assist Nel in nursing, as she can't nurse three at once ... I will suggest that the baby being nursed by Luretha always be a different one so they all get plenty of new born milk.
Fate
GM, 3931 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 22 Jul 2020
at 20:39
  • msg #549

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 548):

Indeed, it is very helpful for the first ten days to have assistance in nursing the newborns, though that is also included in the price for where she is. Do you have any suggestions for names?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 273 posts
Wed 22 Jul 2020
at 22:55
  • msg #550

Re: A small delivery

Well yes, Sdian's Dad was Franklin Thorpe  and his mother was Maggie (Margaret), so he suggests that Nel give him her parents names and they give each child one from each side.

I will need Luretha's father's name as well.  Her son should be " xxxxx" Sdian McGuire.
Fate
GM, 3933 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 23 Jul 2020
at 03:42
  • msg #551

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 550):

Luretha has already named him 'Johny Setlock' a few days after the birth. She noted you were with Nelly, so she did not ask, but kept him a bit separate, in case you decided to leave her with him later. Kind of a self preservation thing, but she still insists that if you are close, you should fulfill father duties.

Nellie's parents were Edward and Rachael Gladman.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 274 posts
Thu 23 Jul 2020
at 04:02
  • msg #552

Re: A small delivery

So Sdian will suggest that Luretha's baby be John Sdian Setlock or  preferably McGuire

He will propose that We have an Edward Thorpe, a Franklin "xxxx" and Margaret Rachel (or Rachel Margaret) . Her father did not have a middle name?  What was his father's name then ...
He of course would like them to have his last name ...
Luretha Setlock
NPC, 3 posts
Engineer
Thu 23 Jul 2020
at 07:36
  • msg #553

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 552):

"Well, the paperwork was filled in on the planet he was born on. You were busy with Nelly at the time, but I could add the middle name, Sdian, if you are willing to commit to looking after him until he at least turns 18."

[OOC: It would mean adding him as a Ally/Dependant...with a Frequency of Appearance of 9 due to the fact that his mother spends most of her time looking after him. You will be expected to have 3 others as well now...Details as follows for each:

Ally/Dependant, each infant (<25%, 1-(2x10)=-19 points (Loved one), Frequency of Appearance, 9 or less, x1)
Ally/Dependant, mother (100%, 5-(2x1)=3x2 = 6 points (Loved one), Frequency of Appearance, 12 or less, x2)

You do not gain extra points directly through these ally/dependant as they are gained through game play. Hence these will not effect the value of your character. On the flip side, you do not have to pay points as they grow up and become stronger either. But you will be paying for it...through game play!]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 275 posts
Thu 23 Jul 2020
at 18:41
  • msg #554

Re: A small delivery

Sdian Looks at Luretha, Did I miss something? I thought that was a given ... he is half my blood after all. Did you expect me to push you both out at the next planet we visit?  I intend to see after both you and Nel and this small horde of children ... going to have to look for a bigger ship it seems.
Luretha Setlock
NPC, 4 posts
Engineer
Thu 23 Jul 2020
at 20:11
  • msg #555

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 554):

"We certainly hoped you would not push us out, but I had to prepare for the worst for the sake of little Johny.

A larger ship will be significantly less stealthy, so you may as well just reduce the fuel tank capacity to 2 parsecs and keep this one."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 276 posts
Thu 23 Jul 2020
at 21:23
  • msg #556

Re: A small delivery

Not much inclined to do that, but will think on it...  perhaps three parsecs and faster fuel processing, depending on how much space that saves ... or insert an extension someplace.
Yung No Misra
NPC, 2 posts
Sensors
Fri 24 Jul 2020
at 03:03
  • msg #557

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 556):

"Customising ships is not a Vilani speciality. There are not a lot of options...but reducing fuel tanks is a relatively simple job."

Sovron (2103), 16 Feb 2178, supplies 2840/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:01, Fri 24 July 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 277 posts
Fri 24 Jul 2020
at 17:58
  • msg #558

Re: A small delivery

But getting past places where there are no facilities and no Gas Giants with out this capability is impossible. We have already made use of this ability several times. It is a bad trade off.
Luretha Setlock
NPC, 5 posts
Engineer
Fri 24 Jul 2020
at 23:16
  • msg #559

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 558):

"Yeah, maybe we just need to stick with small high value cargoes. Going bigger, we start to mix it with traders, and we are not so good with that."

Ready to head off again?

-> Khii (1902) 02 Feb, Mining world, no atmosphere. Or you could detour to
-> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) 09 Feb, large waterworld, low oxygen, small fishing population
-> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) 16 Feb Very thin tainted mining colony
-> Sabhaash (2036) Another Fishing colony, high chlorine content, small population
-> Haakhai (1935) dense atmosphere  agricultural colony, need face mask, larger population.

Sovron (2103), 16 Feb 2178, supplies 2840/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 278 posts
Fri 24 Jul 2020
at 23:42
  • msg #560

Re: A small delivery

Yes, I think small high value cargo's is the way to go ... we offer speed and other benefits, like fewer questions.,

We head off, just the fastest way as we aren't in need of a stop for the moment...
Fate
GM, 3939 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 25 Jul 2020
at 00:01
  • msg #561

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 560):

The next six weeks seem to pass in a blur. Sleep seems to be a forgotten memory, despite the fact that Ronny is working night shifts and the girls take turns in feeding. The burden of feeding 4 infants between the two of them does mean their bodies adjust to produce enough food, but the extra size of their...features are not something you get to take advantage of due to the generally pervading sleep deprivation. You look over the upcoming systems with tired eyes...

-> Piileir (1833), massive binary system with a billion inhabitants
-> Kashni (1732), uninhabited system
-> Iash (1730), uninhabited system
-> Ekhugush (1728), small refuelling base
-> New Titan (1726), very large unusual water world, many Bwaps, need filter to breath there due to very high humidity.

Haakhai (1935), 28 Mar 2178, supplies 2420/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 279 posts
Sat 25 Jul 2020
at 02:16
  • msg #562

Re: A small delivery

We do our best... everyone chips in and we get things done.
Sdian can always get a gentle handful and tease the girls about having them tied off so they stay like this... but he does all he can to help too and is always good for a hug or holding a hand, rubbing a back etc.



FWIW, I have no clue what map you are on any more... I have quit trying to follow all this... You can speed it up or slow it as you see fit. TheKids will be 5 or six before we ever get back to our part of the Ziru Sirka.
Fate
GM, 3943 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 25 Jul 2020
at 03:28
  • msg #563

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 562):

[OOC: lol, yeah, they will be a fir bit older! It give some idea of how long we will have to wait for Gloria to get her answer back! The order to Dingir to send their fleet must have come from a whole lot closer! I am using the Golden age map, and searching system names will bring it up, but really, it does not matter. it is more of a journey anyway! The route is shown in the Players Ships thread now. The 5 system jumps are good for you to say what you might wish to stop and explore!]

Your time with the ladies seems to help a lot, combined with the valued assistance of Ronny in looking after them. Jurelda, who was initially thinking of starting a family with Ronny, is now considering an operation to make that permanently impossible! Yung No is looking for a practitioner to do the operation...

-> Kamgikiik (1824), small refuelling colony
-> Bradley (1822), Large industrialized planet, shipyards, some pollution
-> Aiaiyal (1821), Large refining planet considerable pollution
-> Iunda (1920), Mining planet, hostile (corrosive atmosphere
-> Rukhigu (1918), Uninhabited world, refueling base in orbit.

New Titan (1726), 10 May 2178, supplies 2000/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 280 posts
Sat 25 Jul 2020
at 18:45
  • msg #564

Re: A small delivery

Sdian talks with Jurelda privately and suggests she not do that, as she is still young and may find the man she seeks at any time ... she still has at least 12 years or more and would then want children. If it is the desire to hold one, there are plenty to cuddle with, if she wants one of her own, He will offer to father it. There are many options yet and she should not make such a permanent decision if she doesn't have to. He is there as a friend and support.

We continue on...
Fate
GM, 3944 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 25 Jul 2020
at 22:52
  • msg #565

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 564):

Neither of the girls are seriously considering those options, but the sleepless nights are an initial drain on everyone.

But by the time you pull into the Rukhigu refuelling base, since there are no Gas Giants in this system, things are becoming more normal. You have established routines, and the kids are starting to sleep normal hours. The cuteness is starting to take over from the sleep deprivation once again...and you realize you are just over 6 months from Vland! The upcoming systems do not look inviting, though.

-> Mahonri (1816), uninhabited system
-> Kikaduum (1615), Small colony, minor cold agriculture, mainly furs
-> Nguma (1613), Slightly warmer, also small colony
-> Iesha (1712), this has a colony of Eliyoh. The hydrocarbon oceans are not conducive to humans.
     Eliyoh are an advanced non-human flightless avian race subject to Vilani laws.
-> Cimmeria (1511), mining and refuelling colony.

Rukhigu (1918), 22 June 2178, supplies 1580/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 281 posts
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 02:35
  • msg #566

Re: A small delivery

So Jurelda backs off?

we work on establishing a schedule, as the Babies will do best with it. Sleeping through the night can be aided by adding a bit of thickener (like rice cereal) to their night time bottle/boob feast.

None of these planets cause us to want to tarry, and Sdian points out that we are now getting close enough where we need to be more alert.
Fate
GM, 3948 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 02:44
  • msg #567

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 566):

Yes, she was not serious about such an operation. You continue on looking forward to the next five planets. It may be time to restock the larders...

-> Imgaa (1409), Large planet, 3 billion members
-> Gurgesgu (1208), Heavy hydrocarbon atmosphere with very little oxygen, domed chemical mining colony
-> Mirkigli (1206), Domed mining colony
-> Ziruushda (1204), Very large, heavy industrialized planet, heavy pollution.
-> Miam (1202), Moderate sized, 100 million members, agricultural planet

Cimmeria (1511), 05 Aug 2178, supplies 1160/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 282 posts
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 02:47
  • msg #568

Re: A small delivery

Miam seems the logical place to refill our larders... we plan to stop there.
Fate
GM, 3951 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 02:53
  • msg #569

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 567):

Miam is a moderate sized planet that seems to specialize in pastries and flour products. The landscape is dominated by rolling plains of wheat, punctuated by mobs of sheep. Most of the folk are Low Vilani, but the spaceport is dominated by High Vilani. Hamish handles the negotiations, and arranges for fresh supplies to be brought on, including some lovely fruit, well aged wine and considerable pasta.

What are you after here?

Miam (1202), 17 Sep 2178, supplies 3400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 283 posts
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 03:04
  • msg #570

Re: A small delivery

Well food ... baby necessities as needed (I am sure there is something) ... we listen more than talk, aware that other may be headed the same way... we offer bad but believable information if asked where we are headed.
Fate
GM, 3955 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 03:27
  • msg #571

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 570):

Sticking to yourself, you look through information on the next systems mapped. They are not looking like systems that you would expect much company. As you gather information, a burly chap that looks like he might be socially challenged approaches you.

"You don look like the mining sorts. Watcha goin there fur?"

-> Nelson (Vland Sector 1240), Refuelling base only
-> Iplukaddesh (1238), Mining Base, asteroid belt
-> Borealis (1337), Mining colony
-> Pamiimkhi (1536), Mining Base, asteroid belt
-> Senkon (1534), Mining colony

Miam (1202), 17 Sep 2178, supplies 3400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 284 posts
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 03:36
  • msg #572

Re: A small delivery

Sometimes the only way to get somewhere is to travel through places that are of little interest, although mines sometimes have valuable cargos they want delivered quickly and which don't require a large ship to transport.  We point off to some system of the line of travel, and provide a reason (Medical help for the children, delivering a passenger...whatever).
Fate
GM, 3956 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 26 Jul 2020
at 03:43
  • msg #573

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 572):

Lukham is a major regional centre, perhaps a regional capital...give me a fast talk roll then.

Miam (1202), 17 Sep 2178, supplies 3400/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 285 posts
Mon 27 Jul 2020
at 02:21
  • msg #574

Re: A small delivery

Made it ...

[Private to GM:  19:20, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,1,5.  Fast Talk   by 3]
Fate
GM, 3961 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 27 Jul 2020
at 04:08
  • msg #575

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 574):

You manage to convince the guy that you are headed to Lukham, and he shuffles off. Obviously not what he was looking for...Off to Senkon?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 286 posts
Mon 27 Jul 2020
at 19:25
  • msg #576

Re: A small delivery

Yes, refueled, re-provisioned and with our legs stretched, we head off again.
Fate
GM, 3963 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 27 Jul 2020
at 20:38
  • msg #577

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 576):

You are getting quite close to Vland now. The number of starships does seem to be increasing.

-> Imdur (1632), thin atmosphere mining colony
-> Kanoka (1630), Uninhabited
-> Akumid (1628), large heavily populated (billions), known for producing Imperial Battleships.
-> Lalazim (1626), Dangerous planet, uninhabited, dangerous bateria there
-> Zushar (1624), Small patrol outpost

Senkon (1534), 30 Oct 2178, supplies 2980/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 287 posts
Tue 28 Jul 2020
at 02:30
  • msg #578

Re: A small delivery

We avoid landings and refuel from system G and press on... we put two people on  non hyper-space watch now, one piloting and one on sensors.
Fate
GM, 3964 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 28 Jul 2020
at 07:37
  • msg #579

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 578):

Unfortunately, two of these systems lack Gas Giants.

-> Imdur (1632), thin atmosphere mining colony, no gas giant
-> Kanoka (1630), Uninhabited
-> Akumid (1628), large heavily populated (billions), known for producing Imperial Battleships.
-> Lalazim (1626), Dangerous planet, uninhabited, dangerous bateria there. No Gas Giant, but refuelling bas nearby.
-> Zushar (1624), Small patrol outpost

Senkon (1534), 30 Oct 2178, supplies 2980/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 288 posts
Tue 28 Jul 2020
at 19:28
  • msg #580

Re: A small delivery

Once again, our double jump capability comes in invaluable. It also tends to strip off anyone following us.
Fate
GM, 3966 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 28 Jul 2020
at 20:03
  • msg #581

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 580):

Ok, so assume you use double jump capacity at all systems that do not have gas giants?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 289 posts
Wed 29 Jul 2020
at 02:31
  • msg #582

Re: A small delivery

Yes... well except we will use the base at lalazim to refuel.
We hope to keep a jump capability available as we get closer.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:34, Wed 29 July 2020.
Fate
GM, 3969 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 29 Jul 2020
at 09:48
  • msg #583

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 582):

Ok, since we are getting close, we can roleplay the refuelling.

The base is a typical Vilani refuelling base, possibly a little older and more used than most you have seen. You approach, and a rather tired voice comes on the comms and asks who you are and where you are headed.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 290 posts
Wed 29 Jul 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #584

Re: A small delivery

We are the good ship "Nail" headed to Zushar and beyond with a delivery to make.
Fate
GM, 3973 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 30 Jul 2020
at 06:21
  • msg #585

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 584):

"Landing bay two please. Have your documents ready on arrival."

A door with the number 2 on it in faded paint begins to open, and you enter. On arrival, you land. The bay is clearly designed for Iikens, and has little space outside. Your Pilat manages to follow the system lights, and by the time you touch down, the outer door is closed and the compartment is starting to repressurise.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 291 posts
Thu 30 Jul 2020
at 15:41
  • msg #586

Re: A small delivery

We have the documents ready, folks ready with arms if need be... but not displaying them. We will crack the door when we see that the pressurization is complete.
Fate
GM, 3977 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 30 Jul 2020
at 20:17
  • msg #587

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 586):

The door cracks open, and folk are not yet visible. When you open the door, a pair of customs inspectors hurry from the entrance towards the door. Their side-arms remain holstered, and when the reach the base of the ramp onto your vessel, they stop and identify themselves as Customs inspectors, requesting to board to clear you for free movement around the base.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 292 posts
Thu 30 Jul 2020
at 22:05
  • msg #588

Re: A small delivery

Standard procedure I presume?  If so, we wave them aboard.
Fate
GM, 3980 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 31 Jul 2020
at 04:02
  • msg #589

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 588):

Yep, pretty standard. A little more in depth than you are used to, but you are in the homeworld sector, so perhaps that is not surprising.

The come aboard, and give you forms to declare. The forms ask for details of persons aboard, previous ten systems and next ten systems, type of business and details of specific cargoes carried. Cargos include weapons, drugs or pharmaceuticals, animals, valuables or explosives. They also want to know what shore connections you require, length of stay , food required and fuel type and quantity required, so they can calculate taxes and fees.

Most of this is pretty standard for visiting a Starbase, though ten systems is a bit more than most.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 293 posts
Fri 31 Jul 2020
at 18:34
  • msg #590

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we can provide the last ten and then provide a likely route for the next ten, not aiming directly at Vland.
I am assuming that all this was pre-planned so we can just fill it in without any discussion.
We only need fuel, as we are well supplied with food. And we should only need enough for a 2 parsec jump, as we saved 2 for just in case.
Fate
GM, 3981 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 31 Jul 2020
at 20:23
  • msg #591

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 590):

Sure. Yes, most of it is expected. Hamish covers unrefined fuel, and pays the bill for the food and taxes as well. It will take 5 hours for this transaction to go through though. There are several bars set up for just this kind of delay...

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 294 posts
Fri 31 Jul 2020
at 23:06
  • msg #592

Re: A small delivery

I suggest the girls stay out of the bar on on the ship, but Hamish might be able to glean some information there...
Fate
GM, 3984 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 31 Jul 2020
at 23:22
  • msg #593

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 592):

Andy does prefer to stay hidden, but Hamish is happy to see what he can find out. Kung is interested in going with him though, despite your suggestion.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 295 posts
Fri 31 Jul 2020
at 23:36
  • msg #594

Re: A small delivery

All I can do is suggest... I will suggest Hamish keep her close to hand, lest some long deprived crewmen decide to relieve their frustrations with her, willing or not.
Fate
GM, 3987 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 01:32
  • msg #595

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 593):

There seems to be sufficient law in this place to avoid that, but he will be sure. They head off...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 296 posts
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 02:54
  • msg #596

Re: A small delivery

We wait and play with the children ... or their mothers depending on who is awake and who isn't...
Fate
GM, 3990 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 08:10
  • msg #597

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 596):

Lol, Ronny has the kids sleeping, you do actually get a chance to play with the mothers though...plans for a bigger family?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 297 posts
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 17:54
  • msg #598

Re: A small delivery

NO!, Just for fun ...
Fate
GM, 3993 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 22:19
  • msg #599

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 598):

Then we taking any precautions? Even precautions can fail on a critical success! But if you are taking precautions, I will allow one roll for both of you!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 298 posts
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 22:31
  • msg #600

Re: A small delivery

I guess we are doing OK....


15:30, Today: Luretha Setlock rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,3,3.  HT.
15:30, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,5.  HT.
15:29, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,5.  HT + Fit.

Everyone is Good
Fate
GM, 3995 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 23:02
  • msg #601

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 600):

Yep, assuming you took precautions, all good. Good to mention it though...

Hamish and Yung come back after a couple of hours, clearly having imbibed a good sum of alcohol. Their speech is not terribly coherent, though you understand they made some friends at the bar.

Nice guys, big gun though...

While they are talking, they guys arrive. Four of them, with weapons that you thought were illegal on this base.

Hamish waves at them drunkenly. "Oh hi guys, what are you doing here?"

They are not so drunk...

The refuelling will be finished in another hour.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 299 posts
Sat 1 Aug 2020
at 23:18
  • msg #602

Re: A small delivery

Sounds like close the door time...  and alert the station of criminal activity.

Sdian has some words under his breath ... Jurelda, Luretha back me up, Nel, Hamish and Yung have been drugged.
If any try to push inside, Sdian' shoots as much as needed to stop them with his Storm Carbine ... I did say we were on guard, so it was handy... glad me and the girls finished up.
Fate
GM, 3998 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 2 Aug 2020
at 00:09
  • msg #603

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 602):

Ok, so you and one of the girls, say Nel, are outside the ship with Hamish and Yung. Go to round by round, though unless you start shooting, they have not. The hanger is small, so they have come out of the doorway 25 yards away Three have Magnum pistols, and the fourth has a sawn-off shotgun, which is initially the only weapon visible, and the one that triggered Hamish' comment. The rest draw the weapons when they see your own Storm Carbine come out.

"Hey guys. looks like your friends are not so friendly. What gives?"

Your words, whispered into your radio, result is a call going out from Luretha, who is in near the cockpit.

Jurelda heads to the weapons control, but in the confines of the hanger, the ships weapons will not be able to be brought to bear on the door.

Nel tries to convince Hamish and Yung to get up the stairs and into the ship...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 300 posts
Sun 2 Aug 2020
at 02:25
  • msg #604

Re: A small delivery

Don't like this a bit.... Stop and Keep the guns down and no one gets hurt!

 if the shotgun comes up or any pistol, the guy with the shotgun goes first, followed by the rest ...

Someone  back me up... on the radio
Fate
GM, 4002 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 2 Aug 2020
at 03:21
  • msg #605

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 604):

They keep their guns lowered for now. Do you raise yours?

"Guns are down for now. Getting a bit rude for visitors, don't you think? Just came by for a friendly chat. We are Vland internal security..."

For now, they stop, seeing that your turret cannot reach them. They are still trying to talk...but you get the impression their patience, which was probably not generous to start with, is getting scarce.

They are dressed in cheap suits that match. All navy blue with white shirts and no ties. The shoes seem to have some shine, but not impressive, and they wear no hats.

Nelly is struggling with Yung, but Hamish is trying to calm them down. For a moment, he almost seems sober...

"Come on guys, do we need to flash the toys? We talked for over an hour...what else could you want to know?"

Jurelda is still discovering that the turrets are not helpful here. "Working on it..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 301 posts
Sun 2 Aug 2020
at 20:54
  • msg #606

Re: A small delivery

OK, Not interested in any conflict, but get nervous when a bunch of armed men come out of the door with weapons drawn... I am sure you understand, and I don't see any badges or credentials, could you show me something?

Muzzle down, but Sdian is very edgy feeling very alone and concerned about what sort of trouble this could be.

By Radio Jurelda, quit messing with the turret.
Jurelda Cabeceira
NPC, 2 posts
Gunnery
Mon 3 Aug 2020
at 08:35
  • msg #607

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 606):

"Right. On my way..."

The others are struggling to get up the ramp, but making slow progress. Except for Hamish, who has stopped at the bottom of the ramp.
Fate
GM, 4003 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 3 Aug 2020
at 08:39
  • msg #608

Re: A small delivery

"Badges? Sure..."

One of the guys, the one doing all of the talking, steps forward and draws a small item from his chest pocket. You have not seen a Vland security badge before, but this looks like what you would expect it to look like.

"We have to come prepared, especially for small Iikens like this one. We wanted to check it for contraband..."

He approaches slowly, stopping about 2 yards from you, with his pistol lowered.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 302 posts
Mon 3 Aug 2020
at 17:31
  • msg #609

Re: A small delivery

Shouldn't be an issue then as I have none...  OK Jurelda, it's a security inspection... let this gentleman aboard. Holster any weapons.* Was it you or someone else who slipped those two a Mickey? All but impossible to get that drunk in under an hour.

Sdian keeps his muzzle down and relaxes his shoulders

*Jurelda should know that this is a "don't be threatening, but watch for tricks" warning ... Luretha may also know this and a slight chance Nelaroi does.  Yung No shouldn't ... and the others should be clueless.
Fate
GM, 4007 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 3 Aug 2020
at 20:22
  • msg #610

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 609):

"The drinks at the bar here are stronger than most, and we find it helps loosen tongues, so we take advantage of it. We will want two of us to come aboard, at least, but we can help them up the ramp."

Another armed with a pistol follows him to the foot of the ramp. Nel gives you a glance that suggests she understood, and Jurelda is waiting at the top of the ramp with a similar gauss pistol, eyeing both you and the two looking at coming up.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 303 posts
Mon 3 Aug 2020
at 23:02
  • msg #611

Re: A small delivery

Very well, Come with me then and let's get it done...  so you intentionally get people drunk? Seems a bit bizarre. I expect your ears will ring in the morning too... that would look like a fine hangover brewing.

He'll turn and wink at Nel, then lead them up the ramp to the ship.
Fate
GM, 4008 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 03:19
  • msg #612

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 611):

"We do not need to do it intentionally, but we make the most of it happening..."

Nel gets the two up the ramp, with you helping Hamish slowly, while the other two move to either side of the bottom of the ramp. By the time you get your guys to the top, the two guys are right behind you.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 304 posts
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 03:30
  • msg #613

Re: A small delivery

No surprise... but just the two of them?

I roll my eyes at Jurleda, since they are behind me... Luretha can put Yung No in bed and the Diplomat can slide Hamish in his rack.
Sdian will turn and ask what they need to see ... Should be a few babies around...
Fate
GM, 4009 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 03:46
  • msg #614

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 613):

The Diplomat has stayed well out of sight, but Nel will continue to direct them to their rooms.

"Well, cargo and passenger manifest would be a good start..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 305 posts
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 20:24
  • msg #615

Re: A small delivery

We produce what we have... (assume the diplomat is listed else where? or do we say he got off) or we just say nothing.

I am sure this was established months ago ...  Cargo isn't much, as we delivered and were told there was a pick up at [Vland or someplace close to it]. Also rouse a baby or two... ask Luretha to get bottles and see if we can unobtrusively get several babies screaming...

These guys don't strike me as totally trust worthy so doubt saying we are ferrying a diplomat would fly, but will do so if the Diplomat suggests it.
Fate
GM, 4012 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 20:38
  • msg #616

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 615):

Up to you which way you want to go. You produce the cargo manifest first. They seem almost uninterested in that. The Diplomat has not been seen or hear from since heading to his room to rest 2 hours ago.

"Not much space for cargo, so what are you going to pick up? The passenger manifest?"

A child starts crying softly and Ronny goes to get a bottle. Luretha goes to the armoury instead...

They are standing at the top of the ramp, with the two other guys at the base. Hamish and Yung are being assisted to their quarters. You usually forward a passenger manifest that does not include the Diplomat, and Diplomats are usually handled by customs separately, as they have different processes.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 306 posts
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 20:45
  • msg #617

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we provide the Manifest less diplomat ... put Yung and Hamish down (Nel can slip them a sedative if necessary) and wait.
Fate
GM, 4013 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 4 Aug 2020
at 20:56
  • msg #618

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 617):

The process with Nel, Hamish and Yung will take some time. You present the same passenger manifest as you sent to the Customs on arrival.

They read it, stepping in towards the accommodation zones.

"No one else here? No diplomatic passengers?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 307 posts
Wed 5 Aug 2020
at 01:46
  • msg #619

Re: A small delivery

Sdian just shrugs... I don't know what you want me to do... that's what i have.
Fate
GM, 4016 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 5 Aug 2020
at 08:58
  • msg #620

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 619):

"Ok." He looks towards the cockpit.

"Then you won't mind if we look around to confirm that then?"

One heads to the cockpit, while the other waits with you. Jurelda goes with him...

Roll a couple of influence rolls on her behalf. She has a small radio piece with which she can communicate with you and, more importantly, you can hear what she is saying to him.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 308 posts
Wed 5 Aug 2020
at 17:35
  • msg #621

Re: A small delivery

Jurelda schmoozes him a little


10:33, Today: Jurelda Cabeceira rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,2,4.  Fast Talk.
10:32, Today: Jurelda Cabeceira rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,5.  Diplomacy.

[Private to GM: Diplomcy by 1; Fast Talk by 4]
Fate
GM, 4020 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 5 Aug 2020
at 20:27
  • msg #622

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 621):

The official seems to be asking for the route, and Jurelda lets him see some of the more recent logs. However, when he tries to delve into history well back beyond the ten systems nominally asked for, Jurelda points out that he has no right. When he asks what is being hidden, she points out that their line of work often involves legal but sensitive documentation, and this precludes giving people without proper authorisation access to that. She asks why they would come aboard without that authorisation, and he shuts up.

Meanwhile, you have your own hands full. The guy with you starts moving toward the section of accommodation where Hamish and Yung were taken to, away from the crying infants, wanting to check for illegal passengers.

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 309 posts
Wed 5 Aug 2020
at 20:51
  • msg #623

Re: A small delivery

We guide him, talking loudly over the crying infants ... He has Nel check that Yung is covered before letting him look in and Sdian does the same for Hamish. We show them the cabin but stand in the way of them going in, pointing out the two sick/drunk individuals ... with luck, Hamish has used a trash can to empty his stomach ...  so the stench will dissuade him and the open door makes it almost impossible to hide in the cabin.  I don't give him a long time to survey things, as Hamish is pretty sick and I close the door.


I am presuming Luretha has either given the diplomat a hide (under Hamish's bunk, in a cabinet) or moved him elsewhere in the ship.
Fate
GM, 4023 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 6 Aug 2020
at 01:12
  • msg #624

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 622):

Did we give the Diplomat any special instructions earlier?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 310 posts
Thu 6 Aug 2020
at 02:43
  • msg #625

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 624):

Given all the other plans, I am sure we did... and I am sure Luretha acted on them. It would be dumb to have only half a plan....
Fate
GM, 4025 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 6 Aug 2020
at 04:28
  • msg #626

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 625):

Cool. Let's detail that plan now before we see how it works then!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 311 posts
Thu 6 Aug 2020
at 17:41
  • msg #627

Re: A small delivery

OK, well without a good ship plan it's going to be harder to visualize.

If these ships have fold up bunks, his bunk is stripped and folded away.
All his gear is out of sight  and it appears just Hamish occupies this cabin.

Best guess is that there is no obvious place a man could be hiding in here, but a false floor or wall section could be available.
Or there could be something like that back in the back of the ship near the engines, nursery and cargo hold, which might be why Luretha moved him and cleared the cabin (checked that nothing was obviously wrong).
Since it was a designed smuggler, looking like a wealthy mans private ship,  and people are often the thing needing smuggling, that would seem logical.
Fate
GM, 4027 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 6 Aug 2020
at 19:38
  • msg #628

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 627):

Yeah, visualization is harder. Assume a single deck plan with the entry ramp leading into the small cargo area. Aft of that will be the machinery spaces (where there will be smuggling compartments) and forward will be accommodation, leading into the cockpit. Air lock is beside the entry ramp to the port side, with the sickbay just forward of it. The creche is opposite it on the starboard side.

Fuel tanks are above the cargo section, and there is an access ladder to the dorsal and belly turrets just forward of the cargo bay. When docked, the Diplomat sleeps in the sickbay, and heads back to the engineering sections at the first sign of trouble, where he hides in a compartment there.

Normally, the cabins have fixed beds, not bunks, but the second one in Hamish's cabin has a lot of Hamish' stuff on it.

Sound reasonable?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 312 posts
Thu 6 Aug 2020
at 22:41
  • msg #629

Re: A small delivery

Fair enough to me... I'll tinker with diagraming it...

Engine room should have radiation warnings posted and heavy looking doors to give that impression as well.
Fate
GM, 4028 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 7 Aug 2020
at 04:47
  • msg #630

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 629):

Most engine rooms do not have radiation warnings, as equipment designs are better than that. But this, being a smuggler vessel, has one fake fission reactor that could hold a person...assume the plan is for him to hide in there.

The guy in the cockpit starts searching through the computers. The other with you starts searching through the accommodation spaces. [Private to Sdian McGuire: You gather from their body language that they are not being completely honest about what they are searching for. They are being much more thorough that their explanation justifies.]

Lalazim (1626), 03 Nov 2178, supplies 2930/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 313 posts
Fri 7 Aug 2020
at 18:27
  • msg #631

Re: A small delivery

Sdian complies with the search but raises a fuss when he starts looking in places a human couldn't fit  I thought you were searching for stowaways, not toothpaste ...


He can't readily communicate with Jurelda, but will give the look to Nel or Luretha who can move and get Jurleda's attention.  She can push a button or keys, causing the system to "Lock Up"  and then blame the guy for screwing up the ships computers .... He will be unable to access anything further. No drives can be removed as they are "In Use" and the system will not let them be ejected ... and there will be a fuss if they try brute force and ignorance. Whoever didn't move to see Jurelda, is watching the two at the base of the ramp ...

When Luretha gets back to the entrance, Nel moves to her medical kit and removes two syringes.
Fate
GM, 4029 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 7 Aug 2020
at 22:23
  • msg #632

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 631):

Ok. What are you trying to suggest to Nel? With them being busy with the search, you could try to whisper a few details...they would likely notice the communication but unlikely be able to understand what was being communicated. Rolled an IQ roll for Jurelda...she is smart, she can probably work out for herself how to handle the other guy...

Trying to talk to him, you hear Jurelda managing to direct the guy to various different directories. Then you hear...

"Oh, don't run that one, it is a virus that we can't get rid of. it will shut down the system...No, I mean it."

Suddenly there are alarms going off, and Jurelda swearing at him. The bay door begins to close, and the guys at the bottom of the ramp, hearing what is going on, look around in uncertainty.

"THIS F*CKING DICKHEAD JUST RAN THE VIRUS AND SHUT DOWN OUR SYSTEMS. They ar elocked up now and the hard drives scrambled, you fwitt. I told you, but you did not friggen believe me! Captain, get these saboteurs off the ship!"

The guy near you stops his search and starts to move to the cockpit. "CALM DOWN EVERYONE. Why have you got a virus on your computers?"

Luretha gets back to the entrance just in time to see the door close, the two guys outside moving to guard the entrance to the hanger...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 314 posts
Fri 7 Aug 2020
at 23:56
  • msg #633

Re: A small delivery

OK... so the two at the base of the ramp have now moved to the entrance door to the hanger bay?


16:47, Today: Jurelda Cabeceira rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,3.  IQ .

As the second guy starts to move toward the cockpit, Nel trips him and gives him a shove to make sure he goes down, then sticks a syringe in his ass and gives him all of it before squirting some sort of antiseptic spray in the air ... she then helps him up Quick get him away ,that was anesthesia he sprayed... He got a good dose too... She makes to help the struggling man with ammonia capsules ... but he quickly stops struggling and looks really woozy  Hey, Up front! Your buddy just got a face full of my anesthesia and isn't doing so good...

Sdian sees all this happen but can't do much of anything except help keep the man up right and from failling around.
Fate
GM, 4031 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 8 Aug 2020
at 02:16
  • msg #634

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 633):

The two outside have really only changed facing direction, as the door closed.

Ok, pause for a minute and break this down a little. Nel, the small, petite little medical student, has not trained this move. She might try it, but that would be incumbent on her to come up with the idea. Unless you tell her. How are you going to try to communicate this idea to her to go and get something that will incapacitate this guy, instead of just shooting him with the pistol she grabbed earlier after putting the other two in their bunks?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 315 posts
Sat 8 Aug 2020
at 02:42
  • msg #635

Re: A small delivery

My logic is this... Nel is a smart girl, but as a Medical type, isn't much inclined to kill people or do long lasting harm.  Her medical bag should have any number of medications that will anesthetize a human. Blocking a foot is fairly simple and a push adds to the probability of his falling ... from there, the shot catches him unawares, a squirt of something foreign smelling and  the ammonia capsules to make it hard to draw a breathe and say anything while the anesthesia takes effect.  I tried to stick with typical Med bag things a soldier medic has as a best example of what she might have as a ready use kit.

Also, shooting folks, means we have to shoot all four and then get the doors opened to leave ... doing it this way should allow us to get them out of here and move on.
Fate
GM, 4034 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 8 Aug 2020
at 03:37
  • msg #636

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 635):

Ok, assuming these guys are who they say they are.

Lets think through this with Nel. Medical student come smuggler. She would be in favour of non-lethal weapons, as she is a medic, as you pointed out. But that still gives some great options.

Looking through Ultra-Tech, two weapons stand out:
Sonic Stun Pistol HT-3(5) effect, fail falls unconscious, Acc 3, Range 30/100, 1.8 lbs + C battery, 66 shots (3), ST: 4, Bulk -2, Rcl: 1, legality class 4, $650. Ie pretty much freely available to use.

Less legal, but great for medical stuff
Ice Gun, 3mm ice, 1d-1(0.2) pi-, Acc 1, Range 50/150, Weight 1 lb, 0.2 lbs for 20 round magazine, ROF 3, Bulk: -2, Rcl: 2, $900 (Non-metallic), but legality class 2, since it is often used for assassinations. This has the same legality as sub-machine guns and assault rifles.

The second is very similar to the pneumohypo, the usual form of injector you would be talking about. Drug would be morphazine, $10 per dose, HT-3 or 8 hrs sleep, 1 second to take effect if injected. Assume a frozen injection would take 3 seconds as the ice would have to melt.

The way I see it, the Sonic stunner would be much better for situations that called for quickly disabling someone, and because it is non-lethal, it is usually legal. it does, however, require the Beam Weapons Skill, not favoured by many Vilani.

The other weapon is the best form of injector. I do not see a slight girl wanting to get too close to these guys, and she is not even in position, as she is putting Hamish and Yung to bed. Hence the ice injector that fires frozen drug is great, but highly susceptible to armour blocking it. It's accuracy is poor, and though it is non-metallic, it is not legal in many places.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 316 posts
Sat 8 Aug 2020
at 16:27
  • msg #637

Re: A small delivery

Interesting alternatives, I had assumed that Luretha rolled Hamish into bed and Nel stuck Yung in bed... so she was back out and free to move.
How big is this beam of the sonic stun pistol? can we pick out a target in a crowd for instance?
An issue is that while all of us have Guns - Pistol, all our Beams skill if for ship weapons, not hand held. Does that matter? If it does, the ice pellet becomes much more preferable.

Luretha is the best shot, the rest of us are just decent

The Ice Gun would be usable by all and would cause effects more like the guy got a whiff of anesthesia.  However there would be an obvious wound to go with it.  I assume it will go through clothing? Since it always does at least 1 point of damage, I assume it will always incapacitate if it isn't blocked by armor or something else.  These guys do not appear to be armored in any way? I would assume that either Nel or Luretha could get close enough to make aim close to irrelevant.

I will assume we have at least one of each aboard.

So much assumed background knowledge...
Fate
GM, 4037 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 8 Aug 2020
at 23:38
  • msg #638

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 637):

Since we did not really assign equipment, I am willing to say that Nel has the skill for whatever weapon she has. The Ice gun has an armour divisor, which multiplies the DR of any armour, including leather jackets. The sonic stun pistol would have the advantage of not damaging anything if used on a starship, so for a medic, it is highly feasible primary weapon where she would rarely be using it beyond 30 yards.

These guys are wearing clothing that could well be nanoweave armour, but it is hard to tell. Nanoweave is concealable as normal clothing, and though it is not awesome as far as armour goes, it gives some defences...DR 18/6 flexible armour. Of course, a neck shot (-5) would bypass that.

We can decide if someone wants to use an Ice gun (which uses liquid CO2, so would have some CO2 compressor/condenser on board, separately) as a backup weapon, but otherwise, I think she would have one or the other, given the different skills.

Nel was handling both Hamish and Yung, so Luretha was free to help you....
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 317 posts
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 01:30
  • msg #639

Re: A small delivery

OK, so she uses the sonic stun tweeter... from as close as she can reasonably get.


[Private to GM:  18:25, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,3,2.  Sonic Stun  Pistol. skill 12, Range ??]

If he doesn't crumple immediately, she fires again.

[Private to GM: 18:27, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,3,6.  Sonic Stun  Pistol.]

[Private to GM:  18:28, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,6.  Sonic Stun  Pistol.]

She quits shooting him as soon as he goes down. Just rolled the extras to keep things moving. If this guy crumples right away and the other guy looks around the corner, she will zap him as well.
Inspector
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 01:45
  • msg #640

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 639):

Nelaroi draws the sonic pistol as she leaves Hamish' accommodation space and fires at the Inspectors torso as he departs. He staggers for a moment, then turns, swinging his pistol around and firing at Nelaroi. Surprised, she ducks back behind a door, the rounds bouncing harmlessly off the heavy airtight door.

But not entirely harmlessly. In the cockpit, the two occupants hear the Gauss pistol go off and duck behind a console, drawing their weapons.

[OOC: Very good HT rolls on the Inspectors behalf! This will make things lively...]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 318 posts
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 02:03
  • msg #641

Re: A small delivery

Sdian curses as he draws his 10 mm pistol and fires at the guys center of mass (vitals basically).

[Private to GM:   18:54, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,1.  Fast Draw Pistol. by 6
18:54, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,2,2.  Guns - Pistol.  by 4
18:58, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 Pi +  using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,2.  Hvy pistol Damage.
2nd shot
19:00, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,4,4.  Hvy pistol Damage.
3rd shot
19:00, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,1.  hvy pistol Damage. ]


Luretha get's behind the ships hull and keeps an eye on the two down below. there is no information on her equipment, but assume some sort of side arm.
Inspector
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 02:43
  • msg #642

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 641):

Vitals is a -3 to hit penalty, and should be indicated when you roll to hit. Otherwise, it is Torso!

You fire your pistol twice, but he ducks out of the way of the first round, the second hitting him in the torso, revealing that his jacket is indeed nanoweave, as suspected. A single shot rings out from the cockpit as well, but you ear no other sounds.

Luretha has drawn both her pistols and is coming from beside Nelly, having just ensured the others are fine. Firing both gauss pistols, she hit the inspector in the left leg twice, invoking cries of pain. Briefly. Nelaroi's stunner hits him again. This time he does not fare well, and collapses limply.

[OOC: when firing multiple times, 4e has changed the rules. You roll once for attack and defence...for every multiple of recoil under your attack roll, you get an extra hit. For every point under your dodge roll, you dodge an extra round. So in this case, under 5 yards, so you made your attack roll by 4. Your weapon has recoil of 3, so that is 2 hits. He rolled his dodge, so he avoided the first round, but was hit in the torso by the second round. First damage was 9]
[Private to GM: Damage, Inspector 1, left leg crippled, 0/10 HP, unconscious]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 319 posts
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 18:29
  • msg #643

Re: A small delivery

OK ... never dug into it enough I guess ... still doing it like I did in 3e.

Sdian moves to the door weapon ready, to see if the other two are a risk.
Nel, go through all his pockets and empty them...  everything. then a quick body search for anything else. Luretha, have Jurelda do the same.

Sdian will shoot if they are advancing.
Fate
GM, 4045 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 20:40
  • msg #644

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 643):

All good.

There is another pair of shots from the cockpit, and you hear Jurelda screaming for a second, before silence.

You can see on the CCTV, one of the other guards is trying to open the door, while the other is trying to use comms.

[Private to GM: Damage, Inspector 1, left leg crippled, 0/10 HP, unconscious,
Inspector 2, face hit, blinded, dead. Jurelda, face injury, blinded in right eye, round passed through skull and exited near ear.]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 320 posts
Sun 9 Aug 2020
at 22:17
  • msg #645

Re: A small delivery

Sdian holsters his pistol, grabs his carbine and clears the door way. He lets the guy open the door an inch, then kicks it and shoots him (torso) twice

Luretha, Cockpit... kill him!


[Private to GM:
15:14, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,1.  Kick w/boots.
15:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Kick w/boots damage.
 15:09, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,2,2.  Storm Carbine  by 3
15:10, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 30 using 7d6 with rolls of 4,6,2,3,5,6,4.  Carbine Damage.
15:10, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 30 using 7d6 with rolls of 4,4,6,4,1,5,6.  Carbine Damage.]
Fate
GM, 4048 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 10 Aug 2020
at 02:18
  • msg #646

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 645):

Luretha needs no encouraging. She is at the door before you, pausing briefly before charging in.

"They are both down! MEDIC!"

You arrive at the door as she screams. The other Inspector is on his back, one eye gone and blood on the floor. Jurelda has moved over behind a computer on the other side of the room, the console hiding what is on the floor...

If you shoot the guy on the floor, you can use those rolls...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 321 posts
Mon 10 Aug 2020
at 03:03
  • msg #647

Re: A small delivery

OK Whoa ...
two different things happening here... Originally Luretha was going to finish the cockpit job and Sdian was going to take care of the guys outside. Now you have him in the cockpit. What is going on...
Fate
GM, 4050 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 10 Aug 2020
at 04:20
  • msg #648

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 647):

Sorry, misunderstood your actions when you said clearing the doorway, since the only door you could kick open would be the cockpit door. The cargo ramp (big hydraulic heavy thing, not kicked open!) has not yet started opening...they had just started working on it and it takes a few seconds for the hydraulics to get going. But it will start to open by the time you grab your rifle.

The situation in the cockpit would therefore not be seen by you, but you do hear the cry for a medic. Nelaroi goes running in.

"Jurelda! Oh my..." Her voice trails off...
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:12, Mon 10 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 322 posts
Mon 10 Aug 2020
at 20:22
  • msg #649

Re: A small delivery

Scheise! (said in common Vilani) as he now wants to know what is wrong with Jurelda and also wants the two dipsticks below dealt with, he levels his carbine and engages as soon as he has a clear shot. Die rolls in Msg 645.
He uses the ramp/ship as cover as he continues to engage the two of them until obviously down, then closes the cargo ramp again ...
Fate
GM, 4051 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 10 Aug 2020
at 20:44
  • msg #650

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 649):

The ramp door does not open. The virus that disabled the computer system did it's job, and they are unable to get the system operational. You hear the familiar spray of a bandage spray.

"She took a hit to the head. I don't think her brain was hit, as she is stll alive, but her face is badly hit and she is out cold, mercifully. Luretha, help me get her to the sickbay..."

You see the guys outside getting frustrated, and one starts shooting at a part of the door with his shotgun...but with no effect, and he soon stops wasting his ammunition. The other seems to be getting nervous, looking at the hanger entrance.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 323 posts
Mon 10 Aug 2020
at 21:05
  • msg #651

Re: A small delivery

OK, let's get the ship sealed up, Do we have a cold sleep ability for the one living guy?

He immediately restrains the guy knocked out, arms, legs etc.   lets say with wire tires which should be plentiful... we could also tie shoe laces or straps from boot to boot...  But this is hasty work...
Then to the  cockpit, Check the guy on the floor to make sure he is dead. Counter the "Virus" and bring the computers up, secure the ship for space, Activate engines/power and cctv to see if the hanger doors are open... if so, out we go.
Fate
GM, 4054 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 11 Aug 2020
at 04:06
  • msg #652

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 651):

Ship is sealed up for now. You do not have any hibernation chamber, but Nelly has some choice drugs to give him...I have updated their character sheets with equipment now, including drugs for Nelly.

Ronny, meanwhile, comes out from Hamish and Yung's rooms and helps move poor Jurelda.

Yung created the virus as a safety measure, but she has not passed the details to unlock it to anyone except Jurelda, and maybe Hamish. Oversight more than anything...you can roll against computer programming to work out how to turn it off. Jurelda is carried to sickbay, where Nelly will operate. She is likely to survive, but with a scar, but Nelly and Ronny will be busy for a few hours.

The guy in the cockpit is dead. The other guy trussed up well. Cctv indicates the gunshot outside has brought guards. The security guards do not seem to be getting on so well with the guys outside, who look to be arrested...
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:46, Tue 11 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 324 posts
Tue 11 Aug 2020
at 18:10
  • msg #653

Re: A small delivery

Sdian spends a few moments at the terminal...

[Private to GM:  10:57, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,3,2.  Computer Programming.  by 4]

Assuming that works he moves to the command chair (I am assuming that there is a separate place each, for the Pilot, Sensor/communications operator, Engineer, and weapons operator, all arranged around the "bridge" and a commanders position sort of centralized with a duplicate panel for each specialty so that the ship can be operated by a single person; however the controls and abilities for each position are limited and you have to go to the primary positions to perform detailed adjustments or special operations).

These he brings the power up to operational levels, Tells Luretha to get the passenger cared for (Diplomat) and then join him up front.

He keeps an eye on the cctv and contacts the control for opening the hanger once security clears the two goons outside.

OOC- I presume we can uncouple the fueling hoses remotely? We are now full?
Fate
GM, 4056 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 11 Aug 2020
at 20:39
  • msg #654

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 653):

The Engineer position is naturally in the Engine space, but the Sensors/Comms, Navigation and Pilot controls are all there. The turret controls are in the turrets themselves. Computers to automatically work the Guns are available, but unusual on a civilian vessel, and not particularly cheap.

But yes, the basic controls are there that the ship can, at a stretch, be operated by a single capable person. You are not yet full of fuel, but nearly.

After you use an old password and a few tricks from programming, you disable the virus. Control asks you to power down, as they want to board to conduct an investigation. Shots were heard aboard, and they are told there are two missing mercenaries, claiming to be Vland security, the wanted for questioning. The Hanger door is closed.

On cctv, security has finally managed to secure the goons outside.

Luretha is still helping Ronny and Nelly move Jurelda to the sickbay at this time.
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:40, Tue 11 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 325 posts
Tue 11 Aug 2020
at 23:36
  • msg #655

Re: A small delivery

OK, I pass the word...Diplomat back in his hide... Luretha is going to have to break free...

I tell security that I have two of them, one dead, one of my crew seriously wounded and one goon alive but sedated.

I will open the ramp as soon as Luretha backs me up .. both of us with guns... Me the carbine and Luretha with a flamer.


OOC - I understand the major work station for the engines is in with them, but I think the engineer position should be up front near the rest of the crew, much as it used to be on older airliners (likely well before your time); The cockpit had Pilot, Copilot, Navigator and Flight Engineer . Military Aircraft  also had a flight commander who sat behind the pilots and between the Engineer and Navigator.  That's what I am basing my concept on. remote control and monitoring is quite cheap by this time, as it is already today.

As for gunners in the turrets, wouldn't work on this craft , no room and only one person. The turret has to be remotely controlled, and if that is the case there is no reason to be down in some stuffy hole when you can be up next to your sensor operator who is finding you targets and the commander who may choose to prioritize them. I would point out that remote control turrets were common at the end of WW2 ;-)
Cost and such would be insignificant.
Fate
GM, 4057 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 12 Aug 2020
at 00:46
  • msg #656

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 655):

Hmmmm, turrets, Ok, remote control, though manual as an option. But basing this on naval vessels rather than aircraft, due to flight duration, MEOs are based in an engineering control station, where they can effect repairs. That would definitely be in or near the engine room for a small craft, and a machinery control room for larger craft. Never on the bridge, though there may be a secondary console there.

Luretha does not have a flamer, but with two pistols, she can be intimidating...

You inform the base security of the casualties, and they ask if you require medical assistance. Five uniformed security stay while five more escort the guys from outside away. When you open the ramp, they lower weapons and ask if two of them may enter to verify the situation.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 326 posts
Wed 12 Aug 2020
at 01:53
  • msg #657

Re: A small delivery

We keep our weapons pointed down/away in non threatening directions.

Sure, you may need more if you plan to remove these two...
I currently have two doctors working on my wounded crewman.



OK, you worked on a fishing boat ... it didn't have the engine controls on the Bridge?
A friends up in Seattle around 2000 had throttle and direction controls (back or forward) on his bridge,
Engine start was below and occasionally they had to go down and check on them, but generally the crew was up on deck and the Captain (my friend) worked things from the wheel house.

Naval guns I am familiar with are all remotely controlled now, excepting the machine guns and perhaps some light auto-cannons. CWIS has no one inside. Newer 3" and 5" made in the past 30-40 years likewise have no crew in the mount.

BTW, Not arguing... you can have them loaded from the muzzle if you want, but i am just trying to play what I think would be typical.
Base Security
Wed 12 Aug 2020
at 04:24
  • msg #658

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 657):

"We will have paramedics here shortly for the injured. What happened here? May we come aboard to look around?"

[OOC: Engine controls are always on the bridge, buy any vessel that has a dedicated engineer has a space for them that will be near the engine, and definitely NEVER on the bridge. Fishing boat, cargo boat, military vessel...does not matter. Chief engineers are not trained for a bridge for any large vessel, and masters are not trained as engineers. You are confusing bridge controls with an engine room. If there is an engineer aboard a vessel, they are always based in the engine room.

With the guns, yeah, I know all turrets are remotely controlled today, but haven't you seen Star Wars? Apparently in the future we go back to manual turrets! Given the expense of the remote control systems, that might make sense for a civilian vessel!

In short, happy to accept either (or optionally both) for turrets, but the Engineering station will always be in the engine room. Even if they do not have a workshop. Controls will be on the bridge, but secondary controls will be in the engineroom on the gear.]
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:47, Wed 12 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 327 posts
Wed 12 Aug 2020
at 21:16
  • msg #659

Re: A small delivery

Fair enough...  Luretha is consigned to the back of the bus...

Yes, come aboard, sorry but we are very jumpy right now and not so trusting. Those guys showed up, showed badges and claimed to be some sort of Vland security inspectors ... seemed legit at first, based on how much we know,  but then started to get into stuff well beyond anything reasonable ... called them on it and a fight broke out ... here they are, one dead, one incapacitated and one of my crew in surgery right now with a serious wound to her face.


For turrets, yes, they should have some sort of manual back up with limited assist for moving and for aiming. STAR WARS is a Joke as a space movie... everything flies as if it was in an atmosphere. Maybe Edison's aether? Much of the weapon technology is WW2 as well with"photon" torpedoes and Bombs that follow a ballistic trajectory in space... let alone the machine gun looking lasers that seem to  recoil with each shot.
This message was last edited by the player at 21:23, Wed 12 Aug 2020.
Base Security
Wed 12 Aug 2020
at 23:26
  • msg #660

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 659):

They nod and holster their weapons as they come up the ramp. Seeing the first guy bound and unconscious with his weapon near by, they pull out evidence bags and begin bagging everything. On reaching the guy in the cockpit, they pronounce him dead.

Lastly, they check on how the operation is going.

"Sir, this is clearly a crime scene. We will have to hold you here until the investigation is complete."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 328 posts
Thu 13 Aug 2020
at 02:26
  • msg #661

Re: A small delivery

I understand, but didn't volunteer for this... we also have a schedule to meet... how long are we talking now?

Sdian also asks Luretha how Jurelda is doing ... he wants to go in and see her, but understand both the need for sanitation and the need to stay out here with strangers aboard.
Base Security
Thu 13 Aug 2020
at 02:35
  • msg #662

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 661):

Apparently Jurelda is not critical, though Nelly is working hard to ensure the scar will be limited.

"Probably at least a week. Sorry, but it is regulations when there is a major crime. Most contracts have clauses for such events. We have to clear you of wrongdoing before you depart."

He makes a call as he is cleaning up, obviously describing his situation to his superiors.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 329 posts
Thu 13 Aug 2020
at 02:51
  • msg #663

Re: A small delivery

Is being a Victim considered a wrong doing?

Sdian is suspicious that this is just a continuation of the search the Goons started.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:53, Thu 13 Aug 2020.
Base Security
Thu 13 Aug 2020
at 03:26
  • msg #664

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 663):

They do restrict their search to the bodies, asking if you have any security tapes.

"We do not consider you either victim or guilty party yet. It is our job to work out what happened and to determine guilt. So you do have to back up your claim that you were indeed the victim."

About five minutes later, after they have taken a number of photographs, a Vilani and a Bwap in plain clothes approach the ramp. The Security guards clearly recognize them and identify them as Base Inspectors who have been assigned to the case.
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:29, Thu 13 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 330 posts
Thu 13 Aug 2020
at 21:17
  • msg #665

Re: A small delivery

I am not sure that we would have CCTV tapes/HD of this but maybe...

Sdian tries to explain what occurred that he was aware of and shows them the cockpit where the dead guy is and explains what little he knows of what happened up there. I presume there are several "Bullet Holes" that may indicate who was shooting from where.

I still have all the stuff I took off the incapacitated guy, which I'll show them   This was the Badge they flashed at us and everything I could find on him; I haven't had a chance to try and run any of it down..
Base Inspector
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 00:17
  • msg #666

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 665):

They sift through everything, taking the badge and ID as evidence. There is only one round that missed in the cockpit, behind where Jurelda was. Hey take blood samples, and check in on Jurelda, but the operation is continuing so they beat a hasty retreat.

Jurelda is still unconscious, due probably to the drugs given to her to perform the operation, but stable.

The investigation is thorough. As part of it, after an hour they ask to interview everyone aboard.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 331 posts
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 02:41
  • msg #667

Re: A small delivery

Jurelda is still out, Luretha and I will of course comply... Nelaroi and Ronald can tell you what they know ... It may be a while before Yung No and Hamish can talk coherently, we believe they were drugged and are out cold right now.

Luretha has gone back to the engines/power plant, locked doors and let our diplomat out to stretch and use the rest room, eat, drink and then go back to his hide. Her excuse is to check fuel quality and ensure the rods are correctly inseted to the correct depth... something  that does need to be done now and then ... after all, they do wear out too.
Fate
GM, 4065 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 04:27
  • msg #668

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 667):

Sure. Luretha goes back to check the fusion plant power levels, since the craft was powered up. They talk to you in some detail, before talking to both Nelaroi and Ronny briefly, including asking about details of the wound. When Luretha gets back, they talk with both of you as well and get you to sign statements when they are done. The total process takes about 8 hours, during which time a pair of paramedics arrive and carry out first the unconscious intruder, before coming back for the second intruder.

Naturally, during the discussion, you are asked if there was anyone else on board during the incident. How do you answer?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 332 posts
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 18:18
  • msg #669

Re: A small delivery

Negative... once you tell a lie...


We comply and grumble a bit... I suppose we get fully refueled and pay for it... I go in and check on Jurelda when I can, spend time if she is awake ... tell her she is still very pretty in my eyes...
Otherwise just do whatever we can to fix/repair/update while we have the opportunity ... we do what we can to make our diplomat's life bearable...
Base Inspector
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 22:09
  • msg #670

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 669):

As the discussion goes on, you suspect that the Base Inspector does not believe you...

Roll vs IQ, Fast Talk or Acting...

Jurelda will be out until well after the interviews are over.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 333 posts
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 22:36
  • msg #671

Re: A small delivery

Sdian knows better than to beat the point too hard and continues on as if the inspector buys it all....


[Private to GM:  15:34, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,6.  Acting.   which is my skill.]
Base Inspector
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 22:46
  • msg #672

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 671):

He does not buy it, but cannot put his finger on it. He asks to see the passenger and cargo manifest for the last several systems.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 334 posts
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 22:48
  • msg #673

Re: A small delivery

We show him...  as we did the fake inspectors.
He thinks we started this goat breeding session?
Base Inspector
Fri 14 Aug 2020
at 23:16
  • msg #674

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 673):

He is having trouble understanding why these mercenaries would be so interested in you. Interested enough to start such a firefight and, as it turns out, loose a man.

He ooks over the documents with a puzzled look, before coming right out and asking

"Something is amiss. There is nothing here that would give any reason for mercenaries to attack you. We need to talk to Hamish and Yung about what happened at the bar..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 335 posts
Sat 15 Aug 2020
at 02:24
  • msg #675

Re: A small delivery

I absolutely agree... it made no sense at all. I will make them available as soon as they sleep off whatever they were given...


and I'll kill them both if they slipped up and endangered our mission...
Base Inspector
Sat 15 Aug 2020
at 04:00
  • msg #676

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 675):

"We can give them some 'Purge' and they will be right within a few minutes. Your Medic can give it if you are worried."

It is a known drug that neutralizes and drugs in ones system, for better of for worse.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 336 posts
Sat 15 Aug 2020
at 18:58
  • msg #677

Re: A small delivery

Nel, would giving Yung and Hamish Purge be harmful to them or just uncomfortable?

Sdian keeps an eye on the ship as best he can...

How is Jurelda doing, Ronnie?  Luretha, have you closed the reactor down to stand by? We don't seem to be able to leave for a while yet.
Luretha Setlock
NPC, 5 posts
Engineer
Sat 15 Aug 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #678

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 677):

"Not yet. I will get on to it. It is still going through the start-up cycle you ordered earlier whn these goons showed up, so will be about 20 minutes more before it is shut down."
This message was last updated by the GM at 22:28, Sat 15 Aug 2020.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 8 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Sat 15 Aug 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #679

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Jurelda Cabeceira (msg # 678):

"Purge is farily painless, and actually not really uncomfortable. Many professionals take it voluntarily after a heavy night out. I have a couple of shots of it Ronnie can administer, but I will be here just a little longer. But it is actually going well. She will be fine."
This message was last edited by the GM at 22:29, Sat 15 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 337 posts
Sun 16 Aug 2020
at 03:09
  • msg #680

Re: A small delivery

OK, Thanks Nel, Let me know when I can talk to her ... The inspector said he can provide the medication and has men to give it to them as well, or we can. Might be best if the woke up to Ronnie though; Ronnie, can you give these Purge shots to Hamish and Yung No?
Ronald Gunther
NPC, 2 posts
Obs and Gyno
Suerrat
Sun 16 Aug 2020
at 03:50
  • msg #681

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 680):

"Sure. Can I just see the certificate of the product before I do? Kind of a good medical practice thing..."

They bring them out, as if expecting the question, and Ronnie has a look, comparing numbers on the syringes and the sheets, before heading off, one Inspector in tow. They are gone a few minutes...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 338 posts
Sun 16 Aug 2020
at 21:19
  • msg #682

Re: A small delivery

Sdian goes up to the cockpit and makes sure the computers are all locked, then comes back with a cup of black coffee and asks Do you want something to drink? Non-alcoholic of course.
Base Inspector
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 00:48
  • msg #683

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 682):

"Sure. Say, from your systems, they look a little different from the standard. Not saying they are wrong, but that could be a reason the fight broke out. since it seems to have started here. Tell me more about them."

This is the Bwap inspector.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 339 posts
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 03:30
  • msg #684

Re: A small delivery

They are Vilani from the far spinward side of the Ziru Sirka, and are much as they were when I acquired the ship ... They work and I am not sure what seems strange about them.


OOC - Standard installation with only minor alterations in the cockpit which would not be obvious with out a fairly major tear down. Terran computers are NOT present here and again would require them to start disassembling the ship to find them.  Those computers/drives do not display as available, even if you ask for all connected systems.
Base Inspector
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 04:20
  • msg #685

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 684):

"Well, the lock out feature, for one. Never seen it before except on Imperial ships. Sometimes heard of it on diplomatic ships like this one, but they usually register as such."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 340 posts
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 17:15
  • msg #686

Re: A small delivery

Sdian shrugs ... it was there when we got it ... i thought it was standard feature.
Base Inspector
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 20:32
  • msg #687

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 686):

He smirks.

"I could believe that it was there when you bought it, if you bought an ex-military one, but no pilot in the Empire would mistake it for a standard feature! Can I see the purchase papers from when you bought this craft? Keeping them is a legal requirement to demonstrate ownership..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 341 posts
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 21:04
  • msg #688

Re: A small delivery

Sdian produces the "Purchase Papers"...
Base Inspector
Mon 17 Aug 2020
at 23:38
  • msg #689

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 688):

He looks over the purchase papers with disturbing interest. What was the fake background on these forgeries?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 342 posts
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 02:09
  • msg #690

Re: A small delivery

Huh?
Fate
GM, 4083 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 02:45
  • msg #691

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 690):

When you forged paperwork for this vessel, you must have given it some sort of history prior to you 'legitimately' purchasing it. We never fleshed that out, until now!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 343 posts
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 02:52
  • msg #692

Re: A small delivery

Oh, of course, it was owned by the previous (assumed real) owner... and he sold it to me ... it's all there. You know we would have followed the letter of the law.
Fate
GM, 4084 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 08:57
  • msg #693

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 692):

quote:
Artus had his guys do a quick repaint and altered the hull numbers to match Sdians fake records.


This was from your introduction private message, but it lacks detail. They were smugglers, so there details are likely less than legitimate, but you never checked, changing the vessel ID instead. This is the first time it has been challenged.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 344 posts
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 18:16
  • msg #694

Re: A small delivery

True, and we can mention that the seller seemed in a hurry to ditch the ship ... the price was very reasonable... cheap even... but the sale was allowed, so we figured it was legal.
Fate
GM, 4089 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 20:19
  • msg #695

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 694):

Ok, so the real owners are the ones recorded as being the previous owners? How do you record the change in ID?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 345 posts
Tue 18 Aug 2020
at 22:32
  • msg #696

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Fate (msg # 695):

No, we now are the owners, they were recorded as the previous owners and sold it to us... It went through the process at Dzosuiken...
Fate
GM, 4094 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Aug 2020
at 02:03
  • msg #697

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 696):

On. And the change in vessel ID, which does not normally occur? You did it in case the previous owner files a report that it had been stolen (quite plausible).
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 346 posts
Wed 19 Aug 2020
at 02:35
  • msg #698

Re: A small delivery

Indeed, and because they were a shady seeming group ... someone in the transfer office told us to be alert for such a twist.
Fate
GM, 4096 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Aug 2020
at 09:22
  • msg #699

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 698):

Yep. So give me a run down of the forged documents. The contents, the background that it would have had, and the history, even if not real.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 347 posts
Wed 19 Aug 2020
at 18:36
  • msg #700

Re: A small delivery

The ships history has several ummm interesting entries. It seems to have been built some 70years ago as a diplomatic transport. It was parked for several years during a war when it was seen as too weak to be used safely. After the war the government needed funds and this ship, marked as to be kept, was sold to a noble "who needed it".  It was used by the family for about 12 years and then sold when something fancier was acquired. The new owner had it in the shop for a while to remove a bunch of the frilly stuff the nobles installed. the record of what was done is vague.
The ship then began to make reasonably regular runs between the systems around Dingir carrying high value small bulk cargos. It stayed in this business for over 30 years. The company who owned it was acquired by another company (confused and questionable acquisition with signs of government leaning on certain participants) and this ships was given to the new companies owner's son. The records from this point are almost useless, being vague, incomplete and likely missing.
Then the Ship was sold to Sdian in Dzosuiken rather quickly and the previous owners disappear ... [if they could get to the records on Dzosuiken, they would know that these 'owners' were all dumped at a hospital drugged and dehydrated and starving... but a quick background check said they were also wanted ... They suddenly left, beating up a couple of guards to do so and are actively being sought].

Since Sdian took over, the ships the records seem to be pretty well kept with visits to a variety of systems hauling high value cargos, about 12? months ago, he was offered a significant sum to go to Vland and pick up a small cargo and a 'diplomat' to be returned to Ushimii. That is the job he is on. It's been a bit of a boring trip and ... well... he and the girls got bored.  He had to have the ship altered with the nursery a few months back (alteration records are present and complete). The alteration records were made to not show anything that might cause questions, like strange power routings or unusual structures, as the folks doing the building understood that these ships had been modified multiple times and any such oddities could cause some Vilani inspector to have the whole ship dismantled; which is bad for business.
Fate
GM, 4101 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 19 Aug 2020
at 20:44
  • msg #701

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 700):

The Bwap inspector looks over the documents with interest, noting several company names and putting them into his computer, but shaking his head in frustration as the distant names do not register.

"So, from the Rim Province to pick up a diplomat? Good story, and neigh impossible to validate. But the recent stuff does check out, I suppose. The history does have gaps, but that is for the Rim Province who hired you to deal with. What documents will you show the Diplomat as evidence you are the guys to pick him up?"

The official documents you have show you are to carry a diplomat both ways, if needed. But not just one way.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 348 posts
Wed 19 Aug 2020
at 21:43
  • msg #702

Re: A small delivery

OK, but we have no diplomat...

[OOC - I am assuming we should keep the guy hidden for whatever reason... or we could have had him introduced as soon as we knew they were legit... I'm sort of humming here, as I don't know enough to make a clear decision.]
Fate
GM, 4105 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 20 Aug 2020
at 00:41
  • msg #703

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 702):

That is part of the problem. They are not volunteering information, and you have not asked.

But this discrepancy between the documents allowing you to carry a diplomat both ways, and your current lack of one, will be investigated.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 349 posts
Thu 20 Aug 2020
at 02:20
  • msg #704

Re: A small delivery

Wunnerful, wunnerful ... maybe we should just blow the place... apart that is.
Fate
GM, 4108 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 20 Aug 2020
at 07:30
  • msg #705

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 704):

Lol, I take it diplomatic role play is not the most fun part for you! Prefer the shooting part?

Regardless, their investigations into a possible diplomatic passenger will hit a diplomatic brick wall...it is above their pay grade!

Hamish and Yung will clear up by the time you finish going through this documentation, and both will join both of the investigators to find out what happened.

Basically, Yung and Hamish were having a good time, downed a few drinks, when these guys came over. What they said was soda water turned out to be much stronger. Not technically illegal, but clearly planned. Apparently Hamish said something about valuable cargo, making clear reference to the babies and all the efforts being made to accommodate them earlier in the night, and they suspect that this may have been part of the motivation for what happened later.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 350 posts
Thu 20 Aug 2020
at 17:45
  • msg #706

Re: A small delivery

Sdian does the Polish Salute (hand to forehead)  Yeah, that would draw scum like poop draw flies ... It's cost us rather dearly, time, Jurelda shot in the face, and all sorts of investigations.



I don't mind some diplomatic play, but we have gone into background i glossed over in character creation and am now trying to invent while you pick holes in it ... that isn't so much fun.  ;-)
Fate
GM, 4109 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 20 Aug 2020
at 20:19
  • msg #707

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 706):

The Investigators take statements and leave, informing you that they will get back to you before they clear you to leave.

Soon after, Hamish tells you that the story about what happened in the bar was not true. They had been having a good time, but the individuals who attacked them did not make themselves known until the time came to leave, but one had been serving the drinks, and they had thought they were part of the waiting staff. It seemed much more targeted.

It is 2 days later that they get back to you. Jurelda has recovered by that time, the stitches healing well thanks to some of the drugs given. Nelly helped with her little one in the meantime.

Lalazim (1626), 05 Nov 2178, supplies 2900/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 351 posts
Thu 20 Aug 2020
at 21:21
  • msg #708

Re: A small delivery

Jurelda doesn't have any little ones to my knowledge, just Luretha and Nel...

Sdian is much more uncomfortable with the knowledge that they were so clearly targeted ... no more stops! We can't afford another episode like this...

He is becoming a bit aggitated, but is very happy to see Jurelda up and OK... he gives her a hug  and a chaste kiss on the cheek,  Thanks for all you did, you did a super job, I am so sorry you got hurt.
Jurelda Cabeceira
NPC, 4 posts
Gunnery
Fri 21 Aug 2020
at 05:58
  • msg #709

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 708):

Oh, yeah. Luretha and Nel are the mummies...good thing I wrote it down!

"Did it work? They gone? Did I get him?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 352 posts
Fri 21 Aug 2020
at 22:10
  • msg #710

Re: A small delivery

Yes, you got him, and the investigators took them all away, but are now going through all our paperwork to figure out why we are here.
It's been a pain.
Jurelda Cabeceira
NPC, 5 posts
Gunnery
Fri 21 Aug 2020
at 23:46
  • msg #711

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 710):

"Oh, good."

She relaxes back into the pillow.

"So I guess we are leaving soon?"
Yung No Misra
NPC, 3 posts
Sensors
Fri 21 Aug 2020
at 23:47
  • msg #712

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Jurelda Cabeceira (msg # 711):

Yung comes back from the cockpit.

"I have planned the rest of our route. Ilma sends off alarm bells for me...but we now have clearance to depart. They put it down to a robbery gone wrong."

-> Zushar (1624), Small patrol outpost, Binary System, 1 GG
-> Ilma (1523), Mining Colony, no atmosphere, 1 GG
-> Asanik (1722), Farming planet, moderate population, 4 GG
-> Kha (1820), Fishing colony on water world, massive floating cities, 4 GG
-> Sazisi (1719), Massive agricultural world, 3 GG
-> Vland (1717), Heart of the Empire. No Gas Giants. Massive fleet...

Lalazim (1626), 05 Nov 2178, supplies 2900/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 353 posts
Sat 22 Aug 2020
at 02:15
  • msg #713

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we should just jump through and refuel at Asanik? Can you say why you have bad vibes? can we avoid the place altogether?
Yung No Misra
NPC, 4 posts
Sensors
Sat 22 Aug 2020
at 03:09
  • msg #714

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 713):

"Well, they have just one Gas Giant, and the colony that is pretty rough. We could head for a small outer planet. It would not have fuel, so we would arrive at Asanik empty. But they have 4 gas giants there."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 354 posts
Sat 22 Aug 2020
at 18:32
  • msg #715

Re: A small delivery

That's certainly an option ... what is at Ilma's GG that might cause us an issue?
Yung No Misra
NPC, 5 posts
Sensors
Mon 24 Aug 2020
at 07:41
  • msg #716

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 715):

"Predictability. There is only one. If someone was hunting us, that is a good place to lay in wait, especially as we have been seen here, and they have had plenty of time to get a message off."
This message was last updated by the GM at 07:41, Mon 24 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 355 posts
Sat 22 Aug 2020
at 21:17
  • msg #717

Re: A small delivery

There is a good point in that ... although they could then follow us easily as well... is their any other way?
Yung No Misra
NPC, 5 posts
Sensors
Mon 24 Aug 2020
at 07:40
  • msg #718

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 717):

"We could go through Etsur, but that binary system has no Gas Giants and only two uninhabited planets, leaving just a mining base there. Probably a worse choice. Other than that will extend our trip by at least a month as we go back and around the gap."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 356 posts
Mon 24 Aug 2020
at 17:17
  • msg #719

Re: A small delivery

mmm... just ducky... no good choices. And of course these are all Jump 2 jumps I suppose. Ok, we will do the outer planet at Ilma and jump on before refueling at Asanik. As soon as we can clear this place...
Fate
GM, 4119 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 24 Aug 2020
at 20:14
  • msg #720

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 719):

Since you have clearance, leaving at last is relatively easy. The regenerative properties of the drugs have improved Jurelda's injury so that it is barely noticeable as you clear the base. You head for the jump point, as your scanners notice another Iiken moving to a different Jump point. But you reach your jump point well ahead of it, and head to the Zushar gas giant. The small patrol outpost has a Gashidda waiting at the gas giant. But you notice it is not alone. There is a Bounty Hunter there, and the Iiken arrives just after you do. Ilma, the system Yung was concerned about, is next.

Ilma (1626), 20 Nov 2178, supplies 2750/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 357 posts
Mon 24 Aug 2020
at 21:04
  • msg #721

Re: A small delivery

Oh Goodie ... pocket knife battles ... we endeavor to lose the other Iiken, and watch for it's reaction.

Is it also modified? IE longer, bigger engines etc?
Fate
GM, 4123 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 25 Aug 2020
at 10:37
  • msg #722

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 721):

No, it is a regular one, and you outpace it quickly. Unable to keep up, you move quickly towards the gas giant to refuel.

But the Bounty hunter is another matter. It was 150,000 miles from you initially by the time it departs the Gashidda, and it is able to keep up with you as you head to refuel.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 358 posts
Tue 25 Aug 2020
at 17:45
  • msg #723

Re: A small delivery

Even less wonderful ... we keep him as far away as we can ... pretty sure he can't double jump, so refuel and do the double jump...
Fate
GM, 4124 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 25 Aug 2020
at 20:08
  • msg #724

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 723):

As you approach the Gas Giant, you realise that in order to refuel, you will have to slow down, allowing him to come within range.

The Gashidda calls both the Iiken and the Bounty hunter to return to it, as well as yourself. Neither of the other two respond.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 359 posts
Tue 25 Aug 2020
at 21:05
  • msg #725

Re: A small delivery

Is the Gashidda moving our way? We'll circle the GG and when he can't see us change directions and try to lose him long enough to scoop fuel. We do not want him within 30k miles. If he doesn't get lost, we'll head back toward the Gashidda I suppose. Maybe that will scrape him off.

I assume our diplomat is still trying to get the kinks out ... does he still want to stay invisible?
Fate
GM, 4128 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 26 Aug 2020
at 08:20
  • msg #726

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 725):

The Gashidda is in pursuit of the Iiken, the only craft it can catch.

Nelly heads to the Gas Giant to try loose him, but he seems to stay nearby and circle around, no matter how hard you try to hide. Not entering the Gas Giant, he tries to fire at you from orbit, but he cannot get close enough...yet.

Give me a Tactics roll to double back to the Gashidda without giving him a chance to get to you.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 360 posts
Wed 26 Aug 2020
at 18:44
  • msg #727

Re: A small delivery

;-) well if he is just following us around, we don't need tactics to go back ...  we just go around the GG leading him ...


[Private to GM: 11:43, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,2.  Tactics. by 2 ]
Fate
GM, 4131 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 26 Aug 2020
at 20:26
  • msg #728

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 727):

True, but the tactics roll is to convince him to follow you all the way round rather than to double back when he realizes what you are doing, which unfortunately he does. changing direction to swing back, he doubles back to pass around the planet to meet you at the other side should you head back to the Gashidda. As you pass round back towards the Gashidda, you detect it coming back over the horizon as the hostile craft briefly fires it's beam weapons at you, fortunately missing hopelessly. Jurelda returns fire, but is unable to cause any damage. Nelly stays in the gas giant's atmosphere and tries to get away from it, taking you back away from the Gashidda.

The Gashidda demands the Bounty Hunter stand down as it's Assault shuttle is launched towards the other Iiken.

Have another roll on tactics.
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:30, Wed 26 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 361 posts
Wed 26 Aug 2020
at 23:31
  • msg #729

Re: A small delivery

OK, so when he swings back, we don't notice?
It would be a great time to reverse course and refuel... then head for a jump point.


But  no ... unless one of the girls notice ...  Sdian isn't on the ball obviously.
16:30, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 16 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,5.  Tactics.
Fate
GM, 4134 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 27 Aug 2020
at 03:44
  • msg #730

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 729):

Predicting his actions is what the tactics roll is for...you are hiding in the gas giants outer atmosphere, after all.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 362 posts
Thu 27 Aug 2020
at 03:52
  • msg #731

Re: A small delivery

So does Yung or Jurelda notice?
Fate
GM, 4135 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 27 Aug 2020
at 09:24
  • msg #732

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 731):

Yung is on sensors, but the atmosphere that is protecting you is also confounding the sensors...

Jurelda holds off and fires in a moment she has a clear shot. She thinks she may even have hit him, and his rounds go harmlessly into the clouds around you, while Nelly runs back into the clouds for cover.

You can make another tactics roll to try to escape...the Gashidda has caught the Iiken and is standing by it to hold it in place while the shuttle boards it. Of course, every round playing cat and mouse in the Gas Giant is more fuel...you should have enough after 4 more rounds to jump if you can avoid getting hit!

[Private to GM: (6.6G/Move:3351, dDR:50, dHP: 39/47, dTons of Cargo Space: 1.75, SM:+8)
Weapons: 3x Beam in 1 turret, 1x Plasma, Crew:6, Life Support: 12.]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 363 posts
Thu 27 Aug 2020
at 20:15
  • msg #733

Re: A small delivery

Well, at least we are accomplishing something ...

[Private to GM: 13:14, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,4.  Tactics. That equals his skill. ]
Fate
GM, 4139 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 27 Aug 2020
at 20:28
  • msg #734

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 733):

You switch back and forth behind the planet, finally catching the Bounty Hunter by surprise and you have the opportunity to either run for the Gashidda or to avoid attacks while you hide and refuel.

You have gathered enough fuel for a additional single parsec jump, but would need another 3 rounds to have full tanks.

The Shuttle from the Gashidda has docked with the Iiken, and the Gashidda moves towards the Gas Giant again, demanding the Bounty Hunter stand down.

[Private to GM: (6G/Move:3351, dDR:50, dHP: 41/49, dTons of Cargo Space: 1.75, SM:+8)
Weapons: 3x Beam in 1 turret, 1x Plasma, Crew:6, Life Support: 12.]

Ilma (1626), 20 Nov 2178, supplies 2750/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:32, Thu 27 Aug 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 364 posts
Thu 27 Aug 2020
at 20:39
  • msg #735

Re: A small delivery

We will hide and refuel ... keeping a close eye on where it may be...
Fate
GM, 4140 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 28 Aug 2020
at 06:58
  • msg #736

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 735):

You manage to get a few more minutes of peace and quiet, as Nelly hides in an atmospheric storm. But then, as suddenly as it appears, it is gone, and Yung detects the bounty hunter rushing to where they might get a shot at you. Another twenty minutes and you will have a full tank...

The Gashidda is still an hour away, being much slower that both of you, and it's troops seem to have captured the Iiken, or at least are in control of it.

You managed to hide for a round, but then got found. Roll another tactics to avoid getting attacked...

[Private to GM: (6G/Move:3351, dDR:50, dHP: 41/49, dTons of Cargo Space: 1.75, SM:+8)
Weapons: 3x Beam in 1 turret, 1x Plasma, Crew:6, Life Support: 12.]

Ilma (1626), 20 Nov 2178, supplies 2750/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 365 posts
Fri 28 Aug 2020
at 19:05
  • msg #737

Re: A small delivery

PM to GM [Private to GM:  12:04, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,6,1.  Tactics.  by 1]
Fate
GM, 4143 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 00:29
  • msg #738

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 737):

You once again outsmart him, putting the planet between you and him. The Gashidda is getting closer, and he starts to approach the planet when you see him next. You have bought the time you needed hiding out in the clouds of the gas giant, and have successfully refilled your tanks. Now you just need to get away from here...and he is being non-too-cooperative!

Give me your intentions and a Tactics roll to see how you go...

Ilma (1626), 20 Nov 2178, supplies 2750/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 366 posts
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 03:04
  • msg #739

Re: A small delivery

OK, who approaches "the Planet" ... the GG?

Does the Gashidda take any action against the Bounty Hunter?  If the Bounty Hunter turns on the Gashidda, we'll send a missile up his knickers, or at least try... but then we'll run away fromy hunter and head for a jump point.


[Private to GM:  20:02, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,3,3.  tactics. Screwed it by two]
Bounty Hunter
NPC, 1 post
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 03:35
  • msg #740

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 739):

Gas Giant and planet are being used interchangeably.

The Gashidda is too far away to use much except harsh language just now, though it has just launched a salvo of 9 missiles, but they will be at extreme range, and likely shot down if the gunner is any good...

You cannot get a break, but you can remain safely at the planet by moving towards the Gashidda, which is approaching at full speed.

The Bounty Hunter finally breaks radio silence.

"This Iiken is transporting contraband. They must be destroyed!"

Ilma (1626), 20 Nov 2178, supplies 2750/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 367 posts
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 03:43
  • msg #741

Re: A small delivery

My family is not contraband, bugger bait!


We keep trying to ditch this guy...

[Private to GM: 20:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,2,4.  Tactics. Just made it this time. ]
Bounty Hunter
NPC, 2 posts
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 03:51
  • msg #742

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 741):

"But your family is not all you are carrying. How do you afford to travel the universe with your family but no cargo? Oh, that is right, you DO have cargo... cleverly hidden!"

You escape from the gas giant and put some distance between you and the Bounty hunter by running straight towards the Gashidda that is trying to catch him. The Gashidda responds

"That is for us to decide, not some mercenaries! Stand down and be boarded, both of you, and we will decide this in a civilised way."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 368 posts
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 04:06
  • msg #743

Re: A small delivery

Absolutely! Except I just was cleared at the last system and this is getting old... we divert to put the GG between us and both other ships, and then head for a Jump point.

[Private to GM: 21:04, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,1.  Tactics.   by 4 finally! ]
Fate
GM, 4150 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 07:05
  • msg #744

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 743):

Those two ships are on opposite sides of the gas Giant, as the Bounty Hunter is trying to get away from the Gashidda.

You move straight past the incoming Gashidda, forcing him to choose targets. Since the Bounty Hunter is clearly the aggressor, he takes priority. The Bounty Hunter, for it's part, turns and runs for a far jump point, opposite from where you are headed.

The Gashidda realises that it is not going to catch either of you, so it resorts to the next best thing. Bureaucracy. "Iiken, where can I validate that claim? Where was your last stop?"

You note that the Bounty Hunter is heading to the Asanik jump point, your next destination. Asanik has 4 gas giants and 11 other worlds, 8 of which are moons. The planet is heavily populated, one of the Vilani's first colonies, and is likely well patrolled.

Ilma (1626), 20 Nov 2178, supplies 2750/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 369 posts
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 22:08
  • msg #745

Re: A small delivery

What a surprise... we Jump to the star, and then jump again to Kha ... is water easier/faster to convert to fuel that GG clouds?
If so, we'll scoop water and keep going ...
Fate
GM, 4151 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 29 Aug 2020
at 22:20
  • msg #746

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 745):

Water is definitely easier, and faster. 30 minutes in an ocean will have tanks full of unrefined fuel...

Jumping to a star is risky, requiring pulling away very quickly, but it is unheard of by Vilani except by accident. So your jump to the Star at Asanik is uncontested, and as the hyperspace alarm signals, Nelly is ready and pulls you away from the star. For once, you do not seem to be noticed. The Bounty Hunter is in discussions with the local authorities, and still there several hours later when the Gashidda and Iiken arrive. By that time, you have travelled around the star and are nearing a point from which you can jump to Kha. Despite the questions from the Gashidda, no-one reports seeing you, and the two ships that were shadowing you seem to have their hands full of legal complications.

Reaching the far side of the sun, you set course for Kha and once again enter hyperspace...

On arrival, most of you are finally starting to relax. The diplomat and Hamish are still a bit nervous, and Jurelda and Nelly are much closer, bound by the kids as well as the bond that happens when someone saves a friends' face! They are closer to yourself as well.

Hamish, for his part, is starting to get friendly with Yung. The ordeal has seen them both frowned on by the rest of the crew, and though there are no hard feelings, that seems to expose a few of Yungs softer feelings for Hamish.

Arriving at Kha, you are met by a patrol cruiser, requesting you to stand too for inspection. As you would expect this close to Vland...

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 370 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 02:00
  • msg #747

Re: A small delivery

In this case, not stopping would seem wrong...  is the diplomat now "present" or are we still hiding him?

We forward our documentation by laser or radio or carrier pigeon...
Fate
GM, 4157 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 02:36
  • msg #748

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 747):

Your call. What do you plan to do? Let me know what the documentation says...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 371 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 04:16
  • msg #749

Re: A small delivery

OK - Pause...

There are certain ships papers that are normally requested, have been in most all previous such situations... we send the same stuff.
I assume License, tag number, registration etc.

As for the diplomat... that is not fair... I am merely guessing at this point. I ask the diplomat. Am I hiding him or reporting that I am on a diplomatic mission?
Fate
GM, 4160 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 05:00
  • msg #750

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 749):

Ok, so far we have been proceeding with papers that do not have the presence of the diplomat on them. Hence, so far we have not been mentioning him. You are aware of that, both as player and character.

You do have a second set of papers detailing the diplomats presence and who he is. There is nothing illegal about a diplomat travelling incogneto, but he is denied all the privileges, including protection, if he does so.

You are clearly now approaching the Imperial homeworld. At some point, his arrival must be official: he is a diplomat, after all, so being incogneto kind of defeats the purpose.

The question is, when do you want to go public with him? Going public will give you certain immunities, but it will also herald his arrival for those that do not want it. You have met some...there may be more. The diplomat does not know the right time, nor does anyone, really. It is your call. Entirely.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 372 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 19:02
  • msg #751

Re: A small delivery

OK, That makes sense and makes things clearer ... this being an official ship, it may be the place to declare him and carry on. Seems certain that showing up in Vland and then declaring him would be very odd.  But I have no clue as to the protections provided to a diplomat. I'd assume that messing with a Diplomat this close would be a very serious crime and that there were sufficient ships of suitable size to make things like the Bounty Hunter dead meat.

The great battle of SERU is yet to occur many parsecs away if I have dates/time right ? Would a pace like Shulishish be so brazen as to attack a diplomate this close to Vland?
Fate
GM, 4161 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 20:24
  • msg #752

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 751):

The approximate dates are as follows:

29 Oct 2178, Fleet defeated by Girii
15 Dec 2178, Siege of Lemrukiri begins.
02 Sep 2179, Lemrukiri finally surrenders, ending their claims to Girii

So on 05 Dec, it has occurred, but news has certainly not arrived here yet. However, the problem is that Shululsish has the backing of the Sharrukin clan, who has regularly voiced the opinion that there are too many small sectors, and they should be amalgamated into few larger sectors.

Assassination of 'uncomfortable' diplomats is indeed a serious crime, but somehow it still manages to happen with disturbing regularity. Ships and official channels will offer protection, but it is individuals that can be bribed/blackmailed. Diplomats are given legal immunity to prosecution and detainment, but are also required to maintain a higher standard of behaviour.

You are starting to see some of the Imperial fleet, massive Battleships and Carriers docked at military bases, so yes, there are plenty of ships that make a lot more than a Bounty Hunter dead meat!

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 373 posts
Sun 30 Aug 2020
at 21:17
  • msg #753

Re: A small delivery

So it's better to be a diplomatic vessel now.... but we need to be aware...  best guess on my part.
Fate
GM, 4164 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 31 Aug 2020
at 08:56
  • msg #754

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 753):

Yes, but up to you how and where you go about making your diplomats' presence known is up to you.

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 374 posts
Mon 31 Aug 2020
at 18:38
  • msg #755

Re: A small delivery

Understood ... as I said, I guess this is where we declare that we are a diplomatic vessel...
Diplomat isn't sure when to do it, no one else has a clue so Sdian makes a decision based on logic and such information as he has available.
Vilani Patrol
NPC, 66 posts
Mon 31 Aug 2020
at 20:38
  • msg #756

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 755):

Fair enough.

Without any warning of a diplomat aboard, the patrol cruiser is taken aback. A Kargash overseeing the patrol cruisers requests you wait until this can be confirmed as it approaches. Once it gets close, a ships boat leaves the cruiser and approaches.

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 375 posts
Mon 31 Aug 2020
at 21:41
  • msg #757

Re: A small delivery

Without warning? I mean we just got here in Game time ... we will stand by, of course.
Fate
GM, 4169 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 08:03
  • msg #758

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 757):

It only happens when you reveal to the Gashidda that you have a diplomat on board. It is not unexpected, and truthfully, it is of some comfort to the Diplomat that it is not a lowly paid Patrol commander who will be validating his claim to diplomatic status.

When the ships boat does come aboard, only two gentlemen, meticulously dressed, request to come aboard, identifying themselves as being from the Imperial Diplomatic Affairs department.

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 376 posts
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 18:37
  • msg #759

Re: A small delivery

That's fine, we do our best to present things well.
Villani Officer
NPC, 13 posts
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 20:20
  • msg #760

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 759):

Naturally, the person they are keen to meet is the diplomat himself, and view his paperwork. They also request to see the route you took to confirm this. Quite some paperwork, but it is all focussed on confirming the diplomat is who he says he is, and where he has come from, since the trip was not recorded officially.

Given that some of your jumps have not been from standard jump points, they will want to know how you are able to set your own jump tapes, something only a handful of folk in the empire are only capable of doing, at least officially.

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 377 posts
Tue 1 Sep 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #761

Re: A small delivery

I will smile and say that I have acquired some tapes from ship auctions to increase the places I could trade, a couple of which were likely smugglers and one was a Terran pirate. Those last tapes were quite unusual, but very useful, given that we have been intercepted at least twice on this trip. Indeed we expect a Bounty Hunter to be following us, they have tried several times to hit us with their weapons and claim we are smuggling , we expect they are just paid to stop our trip to Vland. There has been some underhanded dealings in our sector of late.


When all else fails, blurt out the truth...
Villani Officer
NPC, 15 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 08:09
  • msg #762

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 761):

He goes through the logs at the mention of the attack, and soon finds the truth in your words. The playback of the events in the last system do concern him. Going bath through the previous couple of systems only seem to confirm your words, and justify your discretion with regards to your true cargo.

"What sort of pirates are Terran ones? Not that it matters...except how did they produce these tapes? They do concern us...we have not seen tapes like this this in these sectors for some time, but then, pirates here do not last long enough to get that sophisticated.

We will watch for any Bounty Hunters coming through following you, and assign a cruiser to ensure your passage is a safe one for the trip to Vland, if you prefer..."

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 378 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 16:58
  • msg #763

Re: A small delivery

It would be most appreciated. It has been a very long trip. As for the Terrans... rumor says their computers are not like ours and can compute things very differently than we can ... I was looking for one to see if this was true, but was unable to find one without going outside of the Ziru Sirka. Life is hard enough without going into lawless barbarian places.
Villani Officer
NPC, 17 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 20:11
  • msg #764

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 763):

"Yes, but what is a 'Terran'? Are they a branch of Kimashargur, or a barbarian species?

We will have an escort assigned to you."

With the escort, your trip of just 2 weeks should be without incident...

Kha (1626), 05 Dec 2178, supplies 2600/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 379 posts
Wed 2 Sep 2020
at 20:51
  • msg #765

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Villani Officer (msg # 764):

My apologies, Terran's are humanoids who look just like us, but seem to have a slightly shorter life span and are often inventive, active and very inclined toward change over and over again, always looking for 'better' ... while they often miss 'good enough' in their search. They are considered Barbarians in the Ziru Sirka. There have been several wars between them and our forces, both sides having been victorious ... if you can call it that.  When not fighting, they are trade partners who have much to offer it seems.


OK, so FF to Vland?
Villani Officer
NPC, 18 posts
Thu 3 Sep 2020
at 09:14
  • msg #766

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 765):

"Great. Another unstable barbarian race. As if the urbarrani were not enough. How many worlds do they control?"

The trip to Vland is made so much easier by the presence of the large cruiser. Capable of 6G, it can keep up with you easily, and despite your wilderness refuelling, you make good time.

On arrival, you find the diplomat well treated, and he is given his own quarters, including security. He is to make his presentation in a week.

Much to your surprise, you find you are not the only folk there from the Rim province...members from Dingir, Shululsish, Girii and Shulgiasu are there as well, but you are not privvy as to why.

Your ship is given a position within the diplomatic starport. Travel beyond the starport is restricted without a visa.

Vland (1626), 20 Dec 2178, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 380 posts
Thu 3 Sep 2020
at 17:44
  • msg #767

Re: A small delivery

Sdian looks confused for a moment...  Urbarrani ? who are they?   Terra controls some 40 odd worlds, some just colonies, but they explore and keep growing.

What is involved in getting a visa? temporary or permanent doesn't matter. I am sure the girls will not enjoy being cooped up and it will be good to get the kids out to a park or the like.
Fate
GM, 4176 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 3 Sep 2020
at 20:17
  • msg #768

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 767):

The diplomatic village does have parks, restaurants and some shopping, but to get a 1 month tourist visa is very simple. You could get one for Hamish, Yung, Luretha, Jurelda, Ronny, Nelly and yourself and the four infants for $1,000. There are numerous sites and tourist trips. The girls want to see the sights, including the Imperial palace. What interests you?

Vland (1626), 20 Dec 2178, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 381 posts
Thu 3 Sep 2020
at 23:33
  • msg #769

Re: A small delivery

Keeping everyone happy ... maybe seeing how friendly Jurelda feels like being, seeing the local sights.  $1,000 seems reasonable enough.
Maybe see what business there is headed the other way... doubt this is the place to shop for anything shady. But I should be able to get a lot of history/geography and system in the Ziru Sirka in formation ... maybe even find out who the  Urbarrani are and where they are located.
Fate
GM, 4178 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 4 Sep 2020
at 04:12
  • msg #770

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 769):

Jurelda and Nelly take turns in taking time to go and see the sights. Historical buildings, 1500 years old, and grand palaces. Art museums that take days to get around. History museums that take weeks to go through.

But the Urbarrani are not in any of them. Rather, it is in the starport bar that you find the most useful information about them. A retired Naval commander, who asks who wants to know about them and why, is reputed to have met them in combat.

Vland (1626), 20 Dec 2178, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 382 posts
Fri 4 Sep 2020
at 18:35
  • msg #771

Re: A small delivery

I had asked; a Fleet officer mentioned them but gave no other information. We are from the vicinity of Dingir and have not heard of them, our difficulties are with Terra and some of the Kimashargur systems. But it is a long way home and knowledge of potential foes is always useful. And of course I am curious too.
Villani Officer
NPC, 22 posts
Fri 4 Sep 2020
at 19:37
  • msg #772

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 771):

The old man nod.

"I assume Terra are other barbarians. The Urbarrani are dog-like humanoids corewardof us. They revel in hand to hand warfare, often using bladed weapons despite having similar technology to us. They love raiding, and our Emperor needs to respond with a powerful counter-attack. But we are hampered by our traditions, and without scouts to map the route to their homeworld, we are at their mercy. And they have none...tell me about the situation rimward."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 383 posts
Fri 4 Sep 2020
at 21:22
  • msg #773

Re: A small delivery

Well Terran's are humanoids who look just like us, but seem to have a slightly shorter life span and are often inventive, active, always exploring and very inclined toward change over and over again, always looking for 'better' ... while they often miss 'good enough' in their search. They are considered Barbarians in the Ziru Sirka. There have been several wars between them and our forces, both sides having been victorious ... if you can call it that.  When not fighting, they are trade partners who have much to offer it seems.  They control around 40 systems it seems and are always looking for more. They often accept other races and groups as they are and work with them, which seems to often work in their favor.
Villani Officer
NPC, 25 posts
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 02:11
  • msg #774

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 773):

"Barbarians victorious in a war with us? Hardly...the imperial fleet has never been called there even. You sound like you admire them...are you Kimashagur or something?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 384 posts
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 03:48
  • msg #775

Re: A small delivery

"Admire? no, not exactly... but respect them as crafty businessmen, and men expanding what is known.  I think they might make better allies than enemies, but that is not my decision. Dingir has smothered several of their worlds with Nukes, but they recover and fight back ... and not unsuccessfully either. I cannot tell you how it will end up, but they adapt quickly and may be a foe to be concerned over."
This message was last edited by the GM at 05:08, Sat 05 Sept 2020.
Villani Officer
NPC, 26 posts
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 05:15
  • msg #776

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 775):

"The Emperor does not seem to share your concern, at least for the moment. Anyway, travel a few sectors coreward and you will see what I mean, if you survive."

He takes another long drink...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 385 posts
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 17:25
  • msg #777

Re: A small delivery

Thank You for the warning, I doubt my ship would last seconds in combat with much of anything though, so I think we'll go another way.
Villani Officer
NPC, 27 posts
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 21:53
  • msg #778

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 777):

He laughs.

"It won't be the ship that dies. They relish hand to hand combat...cheers then."

He goes back to his beer.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 386 posts
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 22:56
  • msg #779

Re: A small delivery

Sdian figures he will not be relish for any Barbarians like those if he can avoid it... he'll avoid them at all costs.
Fate
GM, 4181 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 5 Sep 2020
at 23:35
  • msg #780

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 779):

Right. On to activities for the week...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 387 posts
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 02:22
  • msg #781

Re: A small delivery

Sdian does his husbandly duties in squiring the women around some, but also takes time to work on maintenance , records and Jurelda.

He regularly asks about their diplomat and sends Hamish to make sure the man is OK and well cared for.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 388 posts
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 02:22
  • [deleted]
  • msg #782

Re: A small delivery

This message was deleted by the player at 02:23, Sun 06 Sept 2020.
Fate
GM, 4183 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 03:26
  • msg #783

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 781):

Hamish checks on the diplomat. He is well looked after, but the presentation in court is scheduled for next week.

The is plenty of time for maintenance. It will cost $150 for a full service due to the status of the vessel, to bring it back to almost as new condition. It will take a month, which Hamish confirms is fine by the diplomat.

Vland (1626), 20 Dec 2178, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 389 posts
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 03:41
  • msg #784

Re: A small delivery

Confirm that price? $150?

Sdian goes over the service plan to see if it threatens some of his "alterations"... Just engines, landing gear etc is fine, but there are things he and Luratha will fix ... Likely a few Jurelda will want to do herself too.  Most likely we will do a selected servicing.

I suspect many Diplomatic Vessels are somewhat altered to make them travel better in strange situations.
Fate
GM, 4186 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 04:15
  • msg #785

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 784):

Yep. It is a major service, covering significantly more than the regular annual overhaul due to the significant time since the last major overhaul. It is purely looking at the mechanics of the engines, life support systems and Hull, and involves replacing one engine almost entirely. it also involves a complete check of he hull for structural integrity, based on the life of the vessel.

They are aware of some of the 'sensitive' nature of diplomatic vessels, and will only look at specifics at your direction.

Vland (1626), 20 Dec 2178, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 390 posts
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 18:22
  • msg #786

Re: A small delivery

Cool, and all this for only $150 solars? Wow! what a deal, we'll take it.
Fate
GM, 4191 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 6 Sep 2020
at 21:04
  • msg #787

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 786):

Lol, $150 thousand solars...

Vland (1626), 20 Dec 2178, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 391 posts
Mon 7 Sep 2020
at 03:14
  • msg #788

Re: A small delivery

Well I have no record of funds, but expect we likely can afford it? If so, we'll do it.
I'll want Luretha near by and perhaps Jurelda ... Nel and Ronnie can take care of the 4 children.
I am assuming Yung No is spending time with Hamish?
Fate
GM, 4192 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 7 Sep 2020
at 04:55
  • msg #789

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 788):

Once again, all the details are in ' Players Vessels'. You will be paid the balance of $10 mill, and granted at least two months free stay in the diplomatic starport.

Though once the shipyard looks at your vessel, they mention that there is another vessel they are having trouble selling. It is a modified Hero class, and it is worth a similar amount to yours. The Mechanic thinks yours would sell much easier, and offers to swap if you are interested. As is. You realise you would need more crew though.

Modified Hero vessel
Crew Positions: Pilot, Navigator, Gunner, Gunner, Engineer, Drive Technician, Reactor Technician, Medic, if you were to purchase a small craft you would also need a Flight Technician and Small Craft Pilot if they were to operate separately.
(6.1G/Move:370, dDR:10, dHP: 30, Cargo Space: 12.5 dTons, SM:+8, Parsecs of Fuel: 4)
Crew:10, Endurance: 17 Weeks/dTon, Life Support: 16 (16 staterooms), 1 Workshops, Sickbay
Weapons: 4xPulse, 2xMissile, Bay for a 20 dTon Shuttle (probably cargo)

Hamish also relays that they are willing to offer $5 mill for the return trip home, in addition to fuel and starport expenses. They do not expect any hostility on the return trip...the information has been relayed to the court now, and he remains a diplomat.

Yung and Hamish will spend time together if given a chance. They seem to have grown closer. Nelly would like to change out with Jurelda from time to time...are you staying on the ship then, right?

The little ones are just like any other infants...tiny, but being yours, you still find them incredibly cute too. Hormones are amazing things...especially as you realise that being fatherly is a significant turn on for the mothers.

You departed mid Jan, it is now late December. Annual Salary is about $80,000 per year in the commercial sector. Smugglers would expect $150,000 per year. You have Nel, Jurelda, Yung and Luretha on your payroll for all of that time, and you hired Ronny on 25 Aug 2178 for $6000 per month. He is asking for four months pay now, and asks what your intentions are for his future employ. He has grown fond of looking after the little ones, who seem to love climbing on the living 'teddy bear'.
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:06, Mon 07 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 392 posts
Mon 7 Sep 2020
at 17:49
  • msg #790

Re: A small delivery

Well, absolutely going to need that $10 mil and the additional $5 mill as well... will then pay each of the Ladies $125k for the past year, less any advances received (they went shopping on one or two planets coming out... I will pay Ronny all funds owed him and a small $5k bonus. I will confer with the Ladies on keeping Ronny on board, in case there are any issues I am not aware of. I will ask Hamish if he is planning to return with us; if he isn't, I'll ask him and Yung (separately) if she will be staying with him.

Sdian get's the Ladies to inspect the portions of the Hero they are conversant with ... although he looks at all areas personally as well.
He looks at the computer set up and wonders how easily and quietly he could move his illicit computers across... that is a biggie!
He is very interested in the sensor suite and Yung's oipnion as well as his own.

Then listens to what each of the Ladies has to say.

Sdian is staying on the ship and is happy to share time with any of the ladies interested. he also suggests that some of them may want to acquire birth control measures which Nel can suggest, fit ... whatever.  She likely can't prescribe, but Ronnie maybe able too...

IF we can find a way to move "our things" to the Hero, and IF the ladies findings are acceptable,  we will take the offer.
Fate
GM, 4195 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 7 Sep 2020
at 20:56
  • msg #791

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 790):

The girls are very keen to keen Ronny on board...he is great with the kids and gives them breathing space. Hamish intends to stay with the Diplomat, as he has been assigned to do. Everyone else is paid.

Ronny and Nellie will look into contraceptives...

The sensors on the Hero are about 12 Million cheaper and less effective than your current ones, but that is an easy upgrade. The 'other' computer cannot easily be transferred...it is well built in and hidden as a backup computer, and it's removal would be noticed. However, a new computer could be installed when you return to the rim sector, and you have tapes for the trip back. The rest of the vessel is in good condition, and there are 5 cabins for passengers, and 10 for crew, including a double cabin for the CO. There is also extra cargo space, enough for a vehicle as well as a bay for a shuttle (they are worth $15 million) so the vessel is in good condition and has potential for a lot more. The vessel is not aerodynamic, but it is an improvement for freight, cargo, smuggling or general things, and has the potential for a small craft. Oh, and it has a workshop, which excited Luretha, and a Sickbay, which excites Nelly!
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:57, Mon 07 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 393 posts
Mon 7 Sep 2020
at 22:22
  • msg #792

Re: A small delivery

The Terran Computers are rack mounted behind the Vilani computers something like this.

*1st rack- Vilani Computers and navigation drives, rack opens to the Right as you face it.
*2nd rack - Vilani computers and drives, This rack does not appear to open, but is secretly able to open to the left.
*Metal Air distribution grill to evenly distribute cooling air to the computers. Not see through. This one can be removed easily when the two racks are opened.
*A hidden rack of Terran computers spliced into the computer cables professionally
*Metal air distribution grill... as above
The Air filter is to the side of the computer cabinet to facilitate easy cleaning and replacement.

So Sdian will pull the Terran computers and cap off the cables. Everything will work exactly as expected ... including the system lock, which we will not mess with. But we will let them know about it. The hidden computer racks will remain.

The Terran computers and drives get moved to the new ship and stored.  OOC- I have been designing Sdian's ship as you might be able to tell...

The new ship will be named the Minnow II
Fate
GM, 4197 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 05:55
  • msg #793

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 792):

Vilani computers are not in racks...they are separate systems for each function. There is one for navigation, one for propulsion, one for direction control and one for DC. Unlike Terran system, they do not have a rack system...each computer is part of the relevant system. Of course, just as the Terran system was installed by Luretha, so one can be installed here. She can swap, but the yard would have to be aware and approve of that, so you will need to convince them...

The plans for normal Hero's are in G:ISW, so we can use and modify that. I have put it into the Maps for Group 0. The upper deck which is accommodation in the original has been replaced by the bay for the shuttle and fuel. The Middle deck would no longer would have cargo but only the rest of the accommodation, sickbay, extended machinery space and the gun control points. The Lower Deck contains extended machinery space, workshop, fuel and cargo. Cargo is little more than section 13 in the drawing, with the workshop and stairs up immediately beside it. Fuel takes up most of the lower deck.

You will also have to find some extra crew. Hamish would not really fit into any position.

Crew Positions:
Pilot > Nelly
Navigator > Yung
Gunner > Jurelda
Gunner >
Engineer >
Drive Technician > Luretha
Reactor Technician >
Medic > Ronny
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:02, Tue 08 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 394 posts
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 17:15
  • msg #794

Re: A small delivery

OK, I was taking out the Terran stuff .. even the racks if I can. The Vilani stuff stays. In terms of ship structure, there will be no changes to either ship. Thus the Yard shouldn't need to be aware ... it alters a cabinet, not the hull structure.

Computers need cooling, as I am sure you are aware. Thus I was presuming that they would be consolidated within a cooling cabinet. Putting them hither and yon creates some significant inefficiencies for little gain. The various systems need to communicate, so the navigation system knows ships speed and ships speed is adjusted by ships power and ships drive performance etc. Even the gun aiming system needs inputs from other systems. Extra cabling lengths slow performance ... admittedly in micro-seconds, but at the speeds involved, those are critical lengths of time.

As for installing them, Sdian, Luretha and Yung No will do that in space as we travel. or in local travel for those parts we don't care to fool  with in space. Again, it's not structural, it's altering internal arrangements and cabling. The cabin walls and storage may be firmly affixed and not readily removable without tools, time and knowledge ... or complete lack of concern for the ship you are destroying; but otherwise not huge.  Think about modern aircraft and how they can be reconfigured on the ground. Some of that could be done in the air, assuming you don't have passengers or cargo blocking access.

Let me look at the new plans ...

The upper deck which is accommodation in the original has been replaced by the bay for the shuttle and fuel.
         OK, this makes good sense to me.

The Middle deck would no longer would have cargo but only the rest of the accommodation, sickbay, extended machinery space and the gun control points.
        Again, clearly makes good sense. Only suggested changes would be to expand Cabin 4 a bit for the captain & his king sized bed ;-)
        Also put the common area adjacent to the cargo elevator so food, luggage and other heavy items can be lifted to that deck.
        Food storage [freezers and coolers] would be a part of this deck , as would a food preparation area. Cabins would need to be in two
        sections of two each on each side wall, and one on each side of the door on the front wall in an upside down L shape.

The Lower Deck contains extended machinery space, workshop, fuel and cargo. Cargo is little more than section 13 in the drawing, with the workshop and stairs up immediately beside it. Fuel takes up most of the lower deck.
          OK Here i might offer a small change  The large box shape with the X in it is the elevator for cargo and the like. Thus the Cargo bay
          should be just in front of it ... it can still be the size of block 13.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:42, Tue 08 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 395 posts
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 20:38
  • msg #795

Re: A small delivery

Look at Group 2 Map in Travesty and Response and see if that isn't close to the Hero we envision?
Couldn't move gunner positions to any logical place.
Fate
GM, 4200 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 8 Sep 2020
at 20:55
  • msg #796

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 794):

To put it into perspective, consider CNC machinery. It is dedicated and fast in what it does. That is how the Vilani systems work. Putting them Hither and thither actually works well, because the heat is not concentrated. Ironically, there are actually many dedicated systems in real life that follow this methodology.

You can take out the Terran system and swap it with a Vilani one, but this requires access to both vessels for a time period. Removing the Terran one but not swapping it leaves a hole that will need explaining, and swapping needs access to both ships for a time. Hence the company swapping the ships needs to be aware that you are accessing both ships. You could not just go to a car dealer and say 'I want to trade my car in' and swap the stereo system without letting them know. That is essentially what you are doing in this case.

I agree that changing the computer should not require and structural changes, though doing it in space would require taking crucial systems offline. But there is no reason you cannot do it in the starport without attracting attention. But is there any structural changes you want to make? The only changes I was aware of was the Terran computers. The other changes are already done.

With regards to the positions, the Elevator would have to be much further forward, near section 13, due to the expanded Machinery space (over twice the size!) so the cargo and passenger elevator would be the same, and right beside the cargo section. So otherwise, all clear.

Also, what about the extra crew?

Sort of. But you would not have any Low Berths. A section behind the cockpit for the gun control terminals would work. There should be more fuel on the lower deck though, and only the 20 dTon bay on the upper deck.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 396 posts
Wed 9 Sep 2020
at 03:00
  • msg #797

Re: A small delivery

OK.. not sure when you are talking about what...
So ship discussions... we never removed the Vilani computers ... they have always been there and were used for what they do, where the Terran computer offered no advantage.  The terran computer was hidden in the back of some cabinet ... maybe the small arms or who knows... just not readily available unless you knew where to look and how to get into it...

Ship Map ... The elevator is a basic structural design feature from what I can see, so moving it approaches impossible... it would certainly cost a huge sum. Thus I added a second power plant forward of the elevator/cargo area. It was vastly easier to create a second power room than to combine them; the problem with modifications.

If we ditch some or all of the Low Berths, It will be easy to put a gunnery control section in on the main deck adding slightly to the fuel on the Upper deck.  I left the air raft in place ... but you seem to have a bigger boat in mind? The Air Raft is certainly no 20 ton craft ...
There isn't a lot I can do with the lower deck, as the Main deck is also modified by any move of the elevator. The elevator will drop to ground level obviously as well, to load cargo on.

You are welcome to try and improve on my efforts...

As for crew... I hadn't forgotten, just hadn't gotten there, We will start looking for potential candidates. We are offering standard salary to start.
Fate
GM, 4205 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 9 Sep 2020
at 08:22
  • msg #798

Re: A small delivery

Quick check...

Fate: Message #1 of this thread.:
His small ship had just replaced his old Navigation computer with a Terran one, the flexibility vital for his business, but it cost him every spare cent he had.


This was what I was basing my statement on. If it had been replaced, then you will need to put an old one back. Moving forward, that would make good sense on this larger vessel to simply install an additional Terran computer hidden away...something that can replicate 'jump tapes' as needed, with the proper password. But that would require purchasing a new Dedicated Microframe Jump computer, worth $15,000, to put into the Iken. This would be an acceptable work around to not reveal the Terran computers presence: Buy the new one, install it into the Iiken in place of the Terran one, then move onto the new craft.

I am crap at graphics and I doubt my efforts would improve it, but I was thinking section 13 or 16 as having side door ramps, and the lift being purely an internal thing. This would make vehicle ownership a bit easier. But happy to accept your version if you prefer. The actual machinery is symbolic, as the engines are nearly 3 times the size of the original ones!

The new design does not have any Low berths, so ditch them all. The new craft it was designed for is a 20 dTon Assault shuttle, or the $15 million Cargo version of the shuttle, in the Vilanis system craft in the gear available thread. Reproduced here...

Cargo Shuttle 15M, 20 dTon Needle/Wedge
Poor mans ships boat, usable by Gashiddas and countless others. Amoung the cheapest craft available...dirt cheap and common!
(1.48G/Move:1094, dDR:10, dHP: 20, dTons of Cargo Space: 14, SM:+6)
Crew:1, either seating for 12 or Bunks and Life Support for 5
Weapons: 1xPulse, 1xMissile, 1xSandcaster,

Older versions, HT 9 are available for $7.5 million, or really old ones, HT 8, for $1.5 Million. They can also increase your Cargo considerably.

Monthly pay for corporate Crewmen is around $7,000 per month. Let me know if you
a) Hire an agent
b) Advertise, if so, how much
c) How much pay you are offering
d) What the job description is
e) What skill you are using, if not IQ, to find someone

Roll 3d6 once per new employee per week. There will be modifiers I will apply, so don't assume success or failure. Just give me one roll per person you are looking for and I will let you know what you find!
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 397 posts
Wed 9 Sep 2020
at 16:17
  • msg #799

Re: A small delivery

I thought there was a ships boat in/on the Hero as a part of the deal. Buying one is all but impossible. It would have to be the Ancient TL 8 versio and would seriously deplete our funds...

As for the Navigation Computers ... I HAD to have the Vilani version to pass inspections ... the Terran version is spliced in behind the walls and can be called up to jump to non-vilani jump points.  It was in fact "inspected twice on the way station where Hamish and Yung got fried.

We will start by by just looking around and asking, let the locals know we are hiring.

How much pay you are offering : $84k per annum/360 days

What the job description is : Gunner; 2nd Engineer; Reactor Technician  and a Drive Technician if needed ... Luretha has been the Engineer until now and I prefer to keep her as such, this isn't vastly different from the Iiken.

e) What skill you are using, if not IQ, to find someone- Dumb Luck? Cute Figure and willing... No clue!


09:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,4.  IQ Personal selection - Drive technician.   No selection made
09:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,2.  IQ Personal selection - Reactor technician.
09:14, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,4.  IQ Personal selection - 2nd Engineer.
09:13, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 16 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,6,6.  IQ Personal selection - Gunner.   No selection made
Fate
GM, 4209 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 9 Sep 2020
at 21:23
  • msg #800

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 799):

The ships boats are too big...it is just the shuttles. But the lack of the actual boat is possibly why the difficulty selling it. They could provide one, but it would increase the price, and this one is already worth more than your old one.

You had a Vilani navigation computer, but most craft have two, one as a backup, and it was the backup that was replaced. It is not usually noticed without a detailed investigation, which few ever do. It was inspected on that station, and the more detailed inspection is what caused weapons to be fired and Jurelda to get shot...

Hiring.

Ok, so you are offering standard wages.

Based on those rolls...

You find a Geonee and his younger female friend at a bar. Coming from a line freighter, they were fired because of their relationship and because of some unauthorised changes he made. Unusual because of the respectful way he treats her, she is apparently a capable Technician for reactors and drives, and he has some ability even in making changes to a starship. However, he wants $7200 per month. She will accept $7000 per month. But both insist on a room together and not shared with anyone else, and a 1 year contract.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 398 posts
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 02:12
  • msg #801

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we need an ancient ships boat or whatever... least expensive reliable boat we can find... speed is not a criteria.

The Female Geonee is acceptable, the male needs to explain his credentials a bit better. Especially since he wants more money with less obvious (to me) skills. I am willing to hire both and give them their own cabin so long as they do their job with out any trouble.  Assuming the male can present reasonable skills we can use, I will hire them as a team for $14,100 a month and the One year contract contingent on meeting our standards. I don't care if they cavort and if she ends up with child, that won't be an issue.

On the Computer ... what ever.

So I need a Gunner and an Engineer.


19:11, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,5,3.  IQ Personal selection - Gunner.
19:10, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,3.  IQ Personal selection - 2nd Engineer.

[Private to GM: IQ 12... so made both, but a better roll for engineer.]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 399 posts
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 03:10
  • msg #802

Re: A small delivery

OK, Updated the Hero layout a little... Group 2 again
Fate
GM, 4212 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 03:11
  • msg #803

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 801):

You do find a different engineer, but he wants more cash. He is a Vilani with limited experience, but he has good resumes.

The Geonee, in addition to being capable of repairing drives and fusion plants, but his real skill is in design and change of starships. This has already got him into some trouble.

As for a gunner, you find a retired police officer.

You only needed 2 Engineers total, in addition to Luretha.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 400 posts
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 03:22
  • msg #804

Re: A small delivery

We'll pass on the Vilani ... I am sure he has better job potential elsewhere and we would not be good for his promising career.

The ex-cop is also Vilani? Can I get a bit more back ground?

Was hoping for a hot 22 year old gunner with great skill ;-) ... not really, death by scalpel is slow and painful I am sure ... and Nel would probably do that.
Fate
GM, 4214 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 06:48
  • msg #805

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 804):

The ex-cop is an Answerin ex Gashidda gunner, wanting to head rimward after a bad encounter he does not want to talk about. About 40 years old and arrogant, he tells you you would be honoured to have him. He may be right...or he may just be past it. You are not convinced you could not find better...

Yeah, getting a hot chick in any position may well not be the best for unity aboard, unless part of a couple! Nel probably has less obvious options...but just as effective!

And the Geonee and his friend? They still want $14200, and insist on staying together...

Roll a merchant/streetwise to find a cheap good Cargo Shuttle.

The plan is reasonable, though the lower level would have engines as well. The engines would be larger than the original ones. But two fusion reactors seems right too.
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:06, Thu 10 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 401 posts
Thu 10 Sep 2020
at 23:57
  • msg #806

Re: A small delivery

OK the Geonee, 14,100 to start for both or take their chances with another ship ...

Not at all impressed with the Answerin guy and doubt I could stomach his attitude for long.

16:56, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,6,3.  IQ Personal selection - Reactor technician.
16:56, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,1.  IQ Personal selection - Gunner.
16:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,5.  IQ Personal selection - Drive technician.
16:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,1.  IQ Personal selection - 2nd Engineer.

Passed them all ...

16:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,3.  Merchant.
16:54, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,6,5.  Sreetwise.

Not good!
Fate
GM, 4217 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 04:39
  • msg #807

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 806):

The only shuttle you find is very poor quality, but they want 3 million for it. You figure it is not worth it at all. But you might be able to fit an Air raft, Speeder or G-Carrier in the space in the interim.

The Geonee and his friend will accept your offer, though he is not rapt about it. But you get the feeling the want to get off Vland, and as far from here as possible, so they ask for the contract. He will accept Luretha as being more senior, despite her filling the position of Drive Technician, because pretty much all three of them could do each others jobs. Except for the Design aspect the Genoee claims he is capable of.

Given that, I will apply your rolls to finding a Gunner, the last remaining position needed.

You are directed to a less reputable bar about 2 hours away from the starport, in the opposite direction to the royal court. The building looks to have been built before the Vilani took to the stars, and the maintenance since then not so rigorous. As you go inside, the individual is easy to spot. Their Nanoweave clothes sport a bright red D in the middle of an otherwise black body suit.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 402 posts
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 20:29
  • msg #808

Re: A small delivery

Prisoners?  That's the first thing that crosses my mind. I approach them and ask about their interest in a job which will likely keep them far from here for years...

I agree to hire the two Geonee and to re-evaluate their contract in six months, adjusting job titles and pay a little if their work is as good as they say.
Fate
GM, 4222 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #809

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 808):

He laughs. "Prisoner? God no. I protect the innocent! I am Duran the Defender! Unfortunately the crime rate here is so low, there is little pay. Happy to travel the Galaxy and rescue folk from all the evil there is! The Galaxy needs me for that."

There is just one individual. He seems good natured, but a little ...weird. But you can't put your finger on it.

The other two are happy with that arrangement.

William and Willow move their stuff aboard.
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:16, Fri 11 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 403 posts
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 22:58
  • msg #810

Re: A small delivery

OK, so what is with the Large Letter on your back?  and how skilled are you with ships guns?
Fate
GM, 4225 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 23:11
  • msg #811

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 810):

"D for Defender, of course! I was in the Military, but...well I was asked to leave. They just wanted yes men to follow orders, but I did not want to stand by and watch folk in trouble because I had not order to help."

Noticing your look, he adds "I can loose the D..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 404 posts
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 23:26
  • msg #812

Re: A small delivery

I see, did all of you have the D on your back? It would seem to single you out.


OOC- Why are you sending me crazies?
Fate
GM, 4226 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 11 Sep 2020
at 23:35
  • msg #813

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 812):

"Oh, no. I put that there! Do you like it?"

[OOC: Well, you are hiring employees for a smuggler vessel on the Vilani home world. Given Vilani culture of following traditions, a regular employee is going to be trouble...Kimshagur will not usually set foot here if not in chains. Now, would you like someone who will most likely sell you out as soon as they detect your less legal activities, or perhaps someone who is a bit crazy, but may actually be more reliable for your situation, given the right 'reasoning'? I hope that makes sense...]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 405 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 01:56
  • msg #814

Re: A small delivery

Well No, I find it a tad unsettling, we can get you a decent set of clothes, and since everyone will know you, you won't need to advertise.

How much are you looking for in terms of Pay?


OOC- I didn't think they had to be THAT overboard... more like the Geonee couple.
Duran the Defender
NPC, 1 post
Good with Guns
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 02:18
  • msg #815

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 814):

"Ok. I will take the D off it then. The plain black uniform, that is milspec Nanoweave though. It should be all right, yeah? Pay? $7,000 per month is the going rate isn't it?

Oh, and can I bring my gun? It is a custom job, lovely little Gauss Shotgun Pistol. Only used to defend the innocent, though."

He moves to draw it out, before it occurs to him that maybe not everyone wants to see it. Here. In the bar...

[Lol, hey, when else will you notice the social disadvantages? By the time you get to know him, you don't want him to be doing the talking if he is holding the guns, do you?]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 406 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 02:32
  • msg #816

Re: A small delivery

Not even sure I want him with guns... but... sigh.

OK, we'll go with it, although I am a bit concerned... Nel has drugs if it gets bad.

Back to a ships Boat... the ancient PoS for 3 Mil is definitely out.

I'll ask Duran if he knows of any ships Boats available legally... ie for sale, not swiped.


[Private to GM:  19:31, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,1,3.  Merchant.
19:31, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,6.  Street wise.   Skill for both is 12 ]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 407 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 02:46
  • msg #817

Re: A small delivery

OOC - The 4 Points I have will best be used in Diplomacy, Leadership, Ship Handling - Starship, Tactics.
Duran the Defender
NPC, 2 posts
Good with Guns
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 02:57
  • msg #818

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 816):

"Ships for sale? No. But there may be some pirates you can relieve of their vessels...I remember once we saw pirates had modified a fighter they captured...they used it as a small G-Carrier! Can you believe it? Mounted a Chaingun on it and all....but we still got them! Lost some friends on that attack though....nasty, it was."

William might be more useful for that...assuming you ask him when you get back, he can track down an old friend.

He also asks if he can park his old raft in the cargo bay. (4 dTons...you did not think they were still running when they got that old! He recons it is 200 years old, and proud of it!)

Oh, and you are just in time for the New Years celebrations! The fireworks display is rather spectacular, and the party does go on late into the next day.

Character points...done.

Vland (1626), 01 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 408 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 03:37
  • msg #819

Re: A small delivery

OK, I approach William with the question... I also mention Duran's ancient Raft...
Fate
GM, 4231 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 03:43
  • msg #820

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 819):

William and Willow are the ones with the raft Duran has the gun. He brings it when he brings the rest of his stuff to the ship the next day.

He says he will make a few calls...

About an hour later he mentions finding an old Shuttle for 1.5 million. It will be work for him, but he is buying it from an old mechanic buddy of his. He says you may need a mechanic to keep it going, but he can do that.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 409 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 03:49
  • msg #821

Re: A small delivery

Hmmmm... I don't doubt your skills, but an unreliable craft is no blessing ... they always break at inconvenient times and bad places. Does he have anything better that doesn't cost vastly more?


NOTE - If I only have $10k left, we can quit looking for anything...
This message was last edited by the player at 03:50, Sat 12 Sept 2020.
Fate
GM, 4232 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 04:02
  • msg #822

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 821):

Read a little closer...$10,145 k = about 10 million.

"He did have one in pretty good condition for $8 million. It is slightly overpriced, but still pretty reasonable. You would need to push it hard to have it break down.

Or you can get an off the shelf Speeder and G Carrier and put them in there. Not the best use of space, but it can work."

Edit: Just looking through the character sheet, and noticed the secret about the stolen ship. We will have to buy that off now...
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:23, Sat 12 Sept 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 410 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 19:47
  • msg #823

Re: A small delivery

OK, the extra 000 helps ;-)

Yes, I expect that will go and some of the others will fade some too... older, more experienced and less likely to be questioned. My enemy may really have trouble putting a finger on me at this point ... so the Char sheet needs some attention. Also sem to have developed dependents... four kids and perhaps Jurelda as well. Guess you will need to start handing out huge amounts of points ;-)

8 Mill is out of our league...  might go as high as five, but don't want a money pit.
Fate
GM, 4236 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 22:13
  • msg #824

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 823):

Lol, I will start working through the details with point given. He gained the two mothers as Dependants/Allies, rather than the kids themselves, but we can add the kids as well. When points ad distributed, I will give just a few, and use most to rectify the character sheet! For now, you still will have to look young!

You can roll a merchant to reduce the price, but I doubt you will get if for 5 mill (about 60%!).  Perhaps look as some cheaper grav vehicles...The Tyrells will consider selling theirs for shares in a better vehicle, but they only would get $60,000 for theirs...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 411 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 23:14
  • msg #825

Re: A small delivery

He didn't crit his merchant roll... so I guess he'll have to make do... he did want something that could serve as a life boat, just in case, the air rafts and the like are useless.  He'll keep looking while we await the diplomat. Meanwhile we start setting up the Hero.

I presume the Yard had few quibbles with our removing the nursery?


He pokes around looking for the Smugglers, he knows they exist, but he is an unknown here. Still it could mean business and just maybe they'll know of something that isn't exactly on the market.
Fate
GM, 4239 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 23:21
  • msg #826

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 825):

Lol, yeah. The dissidents have the real cool modifications!

The shipyard has no problems in moving the nursery...indeed many find it amusing!

Definitely a streetwise roll to look for shady characters...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 412 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 23:26
  • msg #827

Re: A small delivery

Looks like he does better at streetwise,

[Private to GM:   16:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,6,1.  Street wise. by 4]
Fate
GM, 4241 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 23:39
  • msg #828

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 827):

Indeed! It would seem that the purchase of the Hero Smuggler was noticed by those interested in using it. As you move through the streets, a note is passed to you with a name and a time on it. A few questions later, and you realize the name is a bar in a seedy part of town.

Vland (1626), 05 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 413 posts
Sat 12 Sep 2020
at 23:58
  • msg #829

Re: A small delivery

You pays your money and takes your chances...
Fate
GM, 4243 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 00:12
  • msg #830

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 829):

Understood to mean you go along?

The bar is not very crowded, and you enter and look around. Nobody seems to respond. The barkeep looks at you, probably waiting for you to order something.

Vland (1626), 05 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 414 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 01:30
  • msg #831

Re: A small delivery

I order something bottled and watch closely as it is brought over. Don't need to do a Hamish. I'll make like I am drinking, but won't...
Fate
GM, 4245 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 02:33
  • msg #832

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 831):

As you ask the barkeep for a bottles soft drink, he brings it to you.

"You here to meet someone?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 415 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 03:09
  • msg #833

Re: A small delivery

He produces the note ... Seems so
Fate
GM, 4248 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 03:27
  • msg #834

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 833):

The barkeep indicates a character in the corner as he hands you your softdrink, charging you $2. He looks rather cliche as a smuggler...long hood, dark glasses despite sitting in a dark room....

Vland (1626), 05 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 416 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 03:30
  • msg #835

Re: A small delivery

He'll walk over and put the note on the table ... you had something?

Fate
GM, 4250 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 03:44
  • msg #836

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 835):

The man indicates the seat opposite him as he removes the note from sight.

"Heard you got a ship capable of moving stuff offworld?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 417 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 03:47
  • msg #837

Re: A small delivery

So it would seem, but don't have a ships boat, all that seem fit to use are millions more than I have to spend.
Fate
GM, 4252 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 03:57
  • msg #838

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 837):

"That is not a problem. I can get the goods to your ship. I just need them delivered to Derkhuun. It is abut 11 parsecs Rimward. The goods will be in a sealed container, and payment is only on delivery of a sealed container. You catch my drift? Payment is $500,000, and expected delivery time is 10 weeks, no more. You up for that?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 418 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 04:08
  • msg #839

Re: A small delivery

Possibly, I don't get to leave until my passenger is ready to leave...  I have no clue about Derkhuun, as we came from far Rimward. But if things align, I wouldn't mind doing the job. Where I am from it's 50% up front, 50% on delivery. That's the deal I am working now with the passenger.
Fate
GM, 4255 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 04:16
  • msg #840

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 839):

He thinks about it for a bit.

"If you want up front, then it will be $200,000 now, and $200,000 on delivery. But if you don't deliver, I will find some mongrels to get the $200,000 back! As for the timing, why don't you talk to your passenger and find out when? Call me on this number when you know."

He writes a number on a serviette and hands it to you.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 419 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 04:26
  • msg #841

Re: A small delivery

Sorry but the deals don't work like that where I am from... I'll buy $200k up front and $300k on delivery, but not getting shorted for up front money.  And where I am from, folks do not welch ... a deal is a deal. My dad always delivered, I always deliver unless it's impossible to do so. Those are always harder but I'd bring it back to you before I ran off with it ... and I have never had to do that.  Done some crazy stuff to accomplish a task, but never failed. I'll call when I know when we are heading out ... on the boat? can you give any help?
Fate
GM, 4258 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 04:31
  • msg #842

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 841):

"Sorry, but I don't sell boats. I also am not in the habit of taking all the risk. Take your pick, $500,000 on delivery, or $200,000 now and $200,000 on delivery. You may not rat, but if the feds get a hold of it, neither of us will never get it back. This is not your regular deal for freight, which would be just $44,000 for this run. This is high value, and the rules change. Take it or leave it."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 420 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 17:28
  • msg #843

Re: A small delivery

I can believe the part on the Feds ... but then I am taking a big risk, possibly for nothing or years on a prison planet.
I don't care for your terms sir, but will call when I know we are leaving and you can see how the stars aline then, my thanks for your time.
Fate
GM, 4260 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 20:40
  • msg #844

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 843):

"My terms are not likely to change. Good day then..."

He goes back to his drink.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 421 posts
Sun 13 Sep 2020
at 22:22
  • msg #845

Re: A small delivery

He finds his way back to the ship. When chance allows he'll ask Hamish if there is any update on when the Diplomat may be looking to leave.
Hamish
NPC, 12 posts
Shady guy
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 02:32
  • msg #846

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 845):

"I fear he is going to be at least three months. Discussions seem to have become complicated, with talk of atrocities. I doubt this will be sorted any time soon."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 422 posts
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 02:44
  • msg #847

Re: A small delivery

I see, so we are able to rest here while this goes on?
Hamish
NPC, 13 posts
Shady guy
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 07:12
  • msg #848

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 847):

"Rest here. Go exploring. Get married. Hell, does not matter. You could probably do other work as long as it does not take too long...I might even join you. Not doing anything here anyway...if you found something that paid."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 423 posts
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 17:31
  • msg #849

Re: A small delivery

I did , but didn’t care for the risk to pay ratio.
Hamish
NPC, 14 posts
Shady guy
Mon 14 Sep 2020
at 20:33
  • msg #850

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 849):

"You want me to look around?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 424 posts
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 00:06
  • msg #851

Re: A small delivery

Sure... maybe they'll offer you a better deal.
Hamish
NPC, 15 posts
Shady guy
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 07:04
  • msg #852

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 851):

"Sure. I will try to get back by tonight. Don't wait up for me..."

He heads off. Anything planned for the day?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 425 posts
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 16:58
  • msg #853

Re: A small delivery

Ship fixing and... who is available?
Hamish
NPC, 16 posts
Shady guy
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 20:55
  • msg #854

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Hamish (msg # 852):

Most of the girls, as well as the new engineering couple, the Tryells. The new gunner is moving his stuff on. You manage to have a productive day looking over the new ship. The mechanics are rather new and in good condition, and everyone settles into their rooms and workspaces.

Hamish comes back much later that night. Well, to be precise, early in the morning. At breakfast, he greets you.

"Got some good news. I found two good jobs. One is to take a speeder to an asteroid mining station in the Uris Belt, for which we get $800,000. The second is to take two 4 dTon Containers to Daku, a refining moon around a gas, for $700,000. Both need to be delivered without inspection."

Vland (1626), 07 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 426 posts
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 21:38
  • msg #855

Re: A small delivery

That sounds decent, I assume leaving will not be much of an issue, any idea of what sort of  destination patrols there might be wanting to inspect?
Hamish
NPC, 17 posts
Shady guy
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 23:10
  • msg #856

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 855):

"We can expect the standard customs Gashiddas. Who knows what else..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 427 posts
Tue 15 Sep 2020
at 23:23
  • msg #857

Re: A small delivery

No doubt, but where is the question ... we need to find a place where we can jump in without immediately raising interest. The Mine is likely to be much easier...
Hamish
NPC, 18 posts
Shady guy
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 00:39
  • msg #858

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 857):

"Asteroid belts, yes. Getting the vehicle in might be easier than getting out without it..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 428 posts
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 02:23
  • msg #859

Re: A small delivery

Yes, that is always a possibility. we'll see, but as much information as we can gather will be helpful.


I assume we have nothing but Vilani navigation resouces at this point, so have to go to their way points?
Fate
GM, 4275 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 02:35
  • msg #860

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 859):

The Vilani tapes will have to be purchased, but the tapes do contain full system details so once you have them, you will be able to use the Terran computers to create your own jump points.

Of course, getting caught doing that will raise a lot of questions...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 429 posts
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 03:08
  • msg #861

Re: A small delivery

Yes, that is something we'll do in Space and it won't be open knowledge to everyone aboard.

We purchase the tapes and load them into out standard computers (Vilani Computers) ... the recomputations will be done after we are off the planet and in space.

We need to arrange delivery in some unobtrusive manner.
Fate
GM, 4279 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 07:23
  • msg #862

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 861):

You manage to load the tapes into the computers onto your system, and subtly transfer the data onto the Terran system as well.

What path do you intend to take, including planets?

They plan to both drop of their cargos during the day. It might be wise to leave soon after.

Vland (1626), 07 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 430 posts
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 17:00
  • msg #863

Re: A small delivery

Sdian makes those plans...

BTW - Vland does not come up in the maps... so I have no clue what is where or how to get there, let alone any options.
Fate
GM, 4281 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 20:35
  • msg #864

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 863):

[OOC: You need to change the date to the golden period, then search for 'Vland'. The time is about 1500 years later, so there may be some changes to the climate or population, but it gives the information needed. I will fill in the rest...]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 431 posts
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 21:23
  • msg #865

Re: A small delivery

OK, Managed to Get Vland up... but have so many colored circles I can't see anything... how do I turn that off?
Fate
GM, 4284 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 16 Sep 2020
at 21:44
  • msg #866

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 865):

One of the settings. Population is one, there are also political spheres of influence, etc.I can tell you in about 8 hours when I get home if you have not found it then.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 432 posts
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 16:57
  • msg #867

Re: A small delivery

OK, finally found out how to ditch much of the colors.... population was the issue.
The other was that not all the drop downs were offered ... they are this morning. No clues...


Looks like Vland -> Duam -> Astira - Anik -> Uris Belt; then Daku -> Ganar -> Astira -> Duam -> Vland

Very interesting that many of the routes indicated are more than 2 Parsecs long. We look to steal the secret of 3 Parsec Jump equipment ;-)
Fate
GM, 4290 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 17 Sep 2020
at 20:46
  • msg #868

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 867):

Glad that sorted out...weird that the menus were not there initially! Yes, this is a few thousand years in the future...longer jumps possible!

Please indicate which planets you stop off on. Planets with Standard, Thin or Dense atmospheres will have very high populations, and therefore well controlled starports. Since the diplomat is not with you, you do not have diplomatic status at the moment.

Vland (1626), 07 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 433 posts
Fri 18 Sep 2020
at 03:17
  • msg #869

Re: A small delivery

Gee, we have to tell them that?
We are not going visiting, just using GG to refuel ... didn't check all systems for those, as I had to spend all day in Tucson.
Fate
GM, 4294 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 18 Sep 2020
at 04:56
  • msg #870

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 869):

Ah, Ok. Duam, Astira have no Gas Giants, Anik and the belt both have one. Hence the previous post. You don't have to tell anyone that...I was just reminding you.

Vland (1626), 07 Jan 2179, supplies 2450/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks)
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 434 posts
Fri 18 Sep 2020
at 17:51
  • msg #871

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we have to hide/conceal the two containers well, perhaps under the Fusion cover?... is there anything unusual about this Speeder?

How big are these two heavy containers and what markings do they have?
Fate
GM, 4295 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 18 Sep 2020
at 20:45
  • msg #872

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 871):

The containers are 20' shipping containers, non-descript with only the numbers '0793-1136' and '0476-3405' on the side. No shipper, locked. The speeder is a regular speeder, but on closer inspection seems to have an enlarged power supply and what Jurelda believes is a Pulse laser installed! It also has slightly reduced cargo capacity, and some baggage in blue cloth bags in the back.

Neither is particularly small though.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 435 posts
Fri 18 Sep 2020
at 21:13
  • msg #873

Re: A small delivery

OK, I gather the modifications to the speeder are not obvious..

The two shipping containers are likely to raise questions I'd think.
The girls and I have a quick chat on the side ... we need to label the cases with something like " Hazardous Chemicals - do not open except in prescribed area" or something else like that. If not already afixed with seals, we need to add them as well.
Fate
GM, 4298 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 18 Sep 2020
at 21:27
  • msg #874

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 873):

No, you only notice the modifications on closer inspection.

You have a chat with the girls. They like the idea, but Hazardous chemicals also require a lot more paperwork to transport and you would need a material data sheet. They are still thinking about what material might be appropriate when William approaches.

"There has been talk about a nasty new virus around from the rim sectors. Perhaps labelling at biological waste, with Biohazards stickers, may be better at keeping folk out. I happen to have some official Vland Ministry of health seals, too. As long as you don't ask where they came from."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 436 posts
Sat 19 Sep 2020
at 02:07
  • msg #875

Re: A small delivery

That indeed sounds like a very excellent idea ... I 'd love to know how you got them, but later perhaps. We will do that. You have a brownie point William...
William Tyrell
NPC, 1 post
Starship Engineer
Sat 19 Sep 2020
at 07:22
  • msg #876

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 875):

William smiles but says nothing, going back to get a pair of seals instead. He also prints a couple of biohazard stickers off. They look very official.

"Just good to be back in space, son. That's all I have to say about that."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 437 posts
Sat 19 Sep 2020
at 17:42
  • msg #877

Re: A small delivery

Son?! I am Captain of this ship I'll have you know ... said with a smile.  How old might he be?

We Land for fuel at Daum... we alter our planned route to Duam -> Astira - Anik -> Uris Belt; then Daku -> Ganar -> Anik -> Duam -> Vland
To limit our need for stops at Planets
Fate
GM, 4305 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 19 Sep 2020
at 23:36
  • msg #878

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 877):

He is about 30-40, you guess.

"Aye Captain. But I am still older than you." he answered with a smile.

Can you detail which planets, including gas giants, you refuel at then?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 438 posts
Sun 20 Sep 2020
at 02:07
  • msg #879

Re: A small delivery

Duam is the only planet we have to refuel at... the others have GG, often only one, but where there are more, we'll stick to the outer most GG.
Fate
GM, 4308 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 20 Sep 2020
at 06:51
  • msg #880

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 879):

You arrive at the outer limits of Duam. A Gashiddas moves towards you.

"Stand to for customs inspection."

The voice sounds even less enthusiastic than you feel.

Duam 14 Jan 2179, supplies 2380/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 439 posts
Sun 20 Sep 2020
at 21:36
  • msg #881

Re: A small delivery

No Problem... holding...
Vilani Patrol
NPC, 71 posts
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 01:20
  • msg #882

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 881):

They send across a shuttle, which docks easily. Two men come aboard. The ask to see papers indicating cargo, point of departure and destination.

Duam 14 Jan 2179, supplies 2380/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 440 posts
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 02:15
  • msg #883

Re: A small delivery

We show them the documents saying we are removing contaminated waste to a uninhabited planet in the Uris belt. Not sure why, but they paid us to get it off Vland.



[Private to GM: Hope they really are bored and inatentive, as I just made my forgery skill.
20:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,5.  Forgery.]
This message was last edited by the player at 03:26, Mon 21 Sept 2020.
Fate
GM, 4312 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 05:06
  • msg #884

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 883):

"Contaminated waste? Who paid for that to be gone?"

Roll an influence roll of choice...

Duam 14 Jan 2179, supplies 2380/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 441 posts
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 19:21
  • msg #885

Re: A small delivery

Some officials on Vland ... dark uniform with gold stripes, some thicker than others* ... like 3 or 4 of them.

*From observation of the various functionaries around the diplomatic base.

[Private to GM:    12:18, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,3.  Acting. Skill 13]
Fate
GM, 4315 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 21 Sep 2020
at 22:12
  • msg #886

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 885):

Ok. Not sure Acting is an influence skill, but will see where it goes. Who are you acting as?

Duam 14 Jan 2179, supplies 2380/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 442 posts
Tue 22 Sep 2020
at 02:38
  • msg #887

Re: A small delivery

Sdian McGuire of course ... and acting as if i had been given these orders...
Fate
GM, 4318 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 22 Sep 2020
at 10:56
  • msg #888

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 887):

Hmmmm, you don't need to act as yourself... you do that naturally. I guess you can say you are acting natural.

That would be a detect lies roll on their part. They do not seem to disbelieve you, but they respond by asking for paperwork.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 443 posts
Tue 22 Sep 2020
at 16:37
  • msg #889

Re: A small delivery

We produce what we have  ... already made the roll for the forgeries.
Vilani Patrol
NPC, 72 posts
Sat 26 Sep 2020
at 23:54
  • msg #890

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 889):

The forgeries were simple enough, and the customs inspection was not thorough. Hamish was impressed as well.

They depart, telling you that you will have to pass a much more thorough inspection if you intend to stay or trade...
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 444 posts
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 01:34
  • msg #891

Re: A small delivery

We tell them we plan to refuel and move on, which we do...
Fate
GM, 4321 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 02:44
  • msg #892

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 891):

Cool. Next system and planet?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 445 posts
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 03:20
  • msg #893

Re: A small delivery

Anik -> Uris Belt

Outer GG at Anik.
This message was last edited by the GM at 06:10, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Fate
GM, 4326 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 05:57
  • msg #894

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 893):

The gas giant does have a Gashiddas in orbit, but they make no move to board, simply asking you to transmit papers. The gas giant looms close up ahead.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 446 posts
Sun 27 Sep 2020
at 18:47
  • msg #895

Re: A small delivery

We transmit our papers and scoop fuel, we start refining and move off to a Jump point and jump to the GG at Anik ... No earthly reason to have gone to Astira, not sure how it got in the list, since Anik is a 2 Parsec jump from Duam.  Anyway..   Anik -> Uris Belt; then Daku -> Ganar -> Anik -> Duam -> Vland
This message was last edited by the player at 18:48, Sun 27 Sept 2020.
Fate
GM, 4329 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 06:16
  • msg #896

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 895):

Looking through, Astira has no Gas Giant. Lets call it a typo and say you went straight to Anik. At Anik, once the cruiser receives your papers, they permit you to refuel and to carry on, which you do. Entering in your destination, you enter hyperspace once again.

Uris Belt has a Gas Giant, and a massive asteroid belt that contains four asteroids large enough to be called planets. Two have mining colonies. Which is your destination? The delivery is to the smaller one, but this is also furthest from the Gas Giant and has limited and expensive refuelling.

Uris Belt, 28 Jan 2179, supplies 2240/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 447 posts
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 18:25
  • msg #897

Re: A small delivery

We'll refuel first, then head out to the asteroid belt somewhat away from either 'Planet' and then travel on the outer edge around to a spot close to our target location to observe it.
Fate
GM, 4332 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 20:05
  • msg #898

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 897):

So jumping to the Gas Giant first?

Uris Belt, 28 Jan 2179, supplies 2240/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 448 posts
Mon 28 Sep 2020
at 22:30
  • msg #899

Re: A small delivery

Yes, I suspect a direct approach may not be wise... do we know who we are to meet?
Fate
GM, 4334 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 04:09
  • msg #900

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 899):

You have contact details that specify a building and a person to deliver the speeder to. You do not have much more information than that. Will need in the following order some rolls, or you can try to role play some as indicated...

Stealth roll coming into the system, to be undetected.

Stealth roll or role play moving the 2 weeks travel through(Piloting rolls x2, Target 14-4=10 to avoid damage or 1d dHP damage per point of failure!) the asteroid belt,
or round it (Navigation (space)-4 (10) to plot a way to avoid patrols + Stealth - 4 (10)) to avoid detection by patrol craft.

Stealth roll - 4  + piloting -4 or role play to get the craft to the planet.

Then Identify the pilot who will be making the delivery.

Navigation (Air) roll by the pilot of the speeder to get to the right building. Streetwise to find the contact once down.

Detail your plan to get out, either in role play, or in rolls to be made.

Uris Belt, 28 Jan 2179, supplies 2240/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 449 posts
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 18:43
  • msg #901

Re: A small delivery

Fate:
In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 899):

You have contact details that specify a building and a person to deliver the speeder to. You do not have much more information than that. Will need in the following order some rolls, or you can try to role play some as indicated...

Stealth roll coming into the system, to be undetected.

                   11:30, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,1,4.  Sealth.      Skill 14

Stealth roll or role play moving the 2 weeks travel through(Piloting rolls x2, Target 14-4=10 to avoid damage or 1d dHP damage per point of failure!) the asteroid belt,
or round it (Navigation (space)-4 (10) to plot a way to avoid patrols + Stealth - 4 (10)) to avoid detection by patrol craft.

                  11:33, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,1.  Stealth.          Skill 14
                  11:33, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,1.  Navigation (space).  Skill 14

Stealth roll - 4  + piloting -4 or role play to get the craft to the planet.

                 11:36, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,6,4.  Piloting .               Skill 14
                 11:36, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,5.  Stealth.                 Skill 14

Then Identify the pilot who will be making the delivery.

Navigation (Air) roll by the pilot of the speeder to get to the right building. Streetwise to find the contact once down.

                     11:40, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,3,1.  Navigation (Air).   Skill 14
                     11:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,1.  Street wise.          Skill 12

Detail your plan to get out, either in role play, or in rolls to be made.

Uris Belt, 28 Jan 2179, supplies 2240/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998

Fate
GM, 4338 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 20:20
  • msg #902

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 901):

You arrive at the Gas Giant rim, and manage to remain undetected. Refuelling, you plot a course skirting the outer edge of the asteroid belt around and avoiding patrols, and manage to get to 100 miles of the planet. From there, Nelaroi and Sdian head to the planet. Nelaroi takes tools to express while she is away from her child, and she is doing so as she approaches the planet, as the craft strays into sensor zone around a Gashidda patrolling. It detects you, and calls for the unidentified vehicle to identify itself. She quickly ducks behind an asteroid. However, you are not sure if is still tracking you.

[OOC: Failed the piloting roll by 2, but passed the stealth roll by 6. The asteroid you are hiding behind is passing close to the planet...]

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 450 posts
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 21:05
  • msg #903

Re: A small delivery

Well I guess we slip out from behind the asteroid when we get behind the big one we want to land on. Then scoot along looking for our delivery point.
Fate
GM, 4341 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 30 Sep 2020
at 06:46
  • msg #904

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 903):

In order to stay close to the asteroid, Nelaroi will need another piloting roll, either one at -4 to land on it or two at -3 to stay close to it.

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 451 posts
Thu 1 Oct 2020
at 02:33
  • msg #905

Re: A small delivery

We will slow down a little to make piloting a bit easier and to find the place we are supposed to be going to.

[Private to GM:
19:32, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,6.  Piloting .  looks like she blew the second roll.
19:32, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,3.  piloting ]
Fate
GM, 4343 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 1 Oct 2020
at 06:54
  • msg #906

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 905):

The craft strays somewhat from the asteroid...

[Private to Sdian McGuire: Stealth roll to stay hidden...it will be opposed! Would have made the single -4 roll with the first one...too bad!]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 452 posts
Thu 1 Oct 2020
at 18:16
  • msg #907

Re: A small delivery

Well no, she is too busy playing with her boobs...

[Private to GM: 11:14, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,1.  Stealth.  made it by 1, so missed the -4]
Fate
GM, 4345 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 1 Oct 2020
at 20:11
  • msg #908

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 907):

You receive a transmission requesting ID and directing you to land at the customs base. A fighter takes off from there. Option are:

- Make a run for the surface and hope to loose them there. (Piloting-4 to get down there without getting shot down to a small cave or somewhere to hide, then stealth-4 to loose them among a lot of buildings, then wait a day for them to go away.) Risk that a patrol may find you.

- Land in a small cave one the asteroid (Piloting -5) and then make another run on the planet later.

- Another option you can think of. Bribe the pilot of he fighter?

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 453 posts
Thu 1 Oct 2020
at 21:47
  • msg #909

Re: A small delivery

So many bad choices and the die roller running high ... may be a short story.

The asteroid seems the best bet ... but I'll get the gatling laser ready.
Assume this fighter isn't a missile fighter ...

[Private to GM:  Nel is obviously trying to put the girls away, rather than flying loose... it doesn't go well. Sdian tries to save them at the last minute.
14:43, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 16 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,5,6.  pilot.
14:45, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,3,5.  Piloting .  His skill is only 11, but he can prevent the crash.]
Fate
GM, 4348 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 04:24
  • msg #910

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 909):

You are currently in the speeder that is to be delivered, which is only armed with a forward firing pulse laser, though you have not mastered the full details of it operation yet.

The craft is indeed a standard missile fighter, and notices you trying to stick close to the planet. It approaches as you avoid crashing.

"Unidentified speeder, this is the Uris Belt security forces. You are required to descend to the to the customs station immediately."

It has unfortunately approached close enough that it has detected you well enough to identify you.

They are police, not Brigands! It is never over that easily!

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 454 posts
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 17:14
  • msg #911

Re: A small delivery

So does Nel have her space suit buttoned back up?
Fate
GM, 4350 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 22:22
  • msg #912

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 911):

She does. assuming you want her to...the fighter is about 100 miles away, opening comms with you. Let me know what you are going to try to do.

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 455 posts
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:14
  • msg #913

Re: A small delivery

Well having bolo'd this completely... not sure what choices we have. Didn't have a way back to the ship any way... doubt having her wave her boobs around from 100 miles away would do anything ;-)  I was originally thinking we hd to land the Minnow and then deliver it.
Guess we have to find the customs compound  Where is it? we are disoriented, my pilot lost control. We are just trying to deliver this thing.
Pilot
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:19
  • msg #914

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 913):

"I see. Switching to laser communicator for better communication."

Despite the quality of the radio communication being fine, you are aware the laser communication is much more secure, at least.

"You are not locals then? How much are you getting paid to deliver that, and where are you delivering it from and who to?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 456 posts
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:24
  • msg #915

Re: A small delivery

I reply by laser too.
I was told to deliver it to a hanger or warehouse and was given $200k to do so while delivering things to various locations.
Fate
GM, 4353 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:30
  • msg #916

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 915):

There is a pause while he scans it.

"$200 thousand to deliver it. Split the price, or shall we go by the book?"

[Private to GM: Merchant or streetwise, opposed, to negotiate the price.]

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,144,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 457 posts
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:34
  • msg #917

Re: A small delivery

Sounds reasonable to me, it's a deal ... how do you wish to be paid? iTunes Cards?
Pilot
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:40
  • msg #918

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 917):

He laughs.

"Cred sticks will do. There is a rock between us. Drop it there, then fall back and wait. Once I see it is good, I will report on a local skiff with a comms problem who I directed down to his local mechanic to get fixed. Work for you?"
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 458 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 01:45
  • msg #919

Re: A small delivery

Works for us...     we will comply...


You know Nel, If you ever try to pump your breasts again while flying, I'll paddle your ass, assuming we live.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 9 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 02:02
  • msg #920

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 919):

You make the exchange, and he keeps his end of the bargain. Once you get going, you make your comment, and she retorts

"You never minded the girls before. They get painful...perhaps you should take over flying next time for a while. If I don't express every 4 hours or so, it hurts like hell."

You find the location (Navigation roll already made) and land in an old garage. It is currently abandoned...

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,044,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 459 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 17:17
  • msg #921

Re: A small delivery

I like the girls, I don't want you to hurt, But pumping while flying a speeder , especially since we are trying NOT to be seen, was flat dumb! You didn't even ask for my help one way or the other.

We land, somewhat poorer to be sure and look for our contact.
Nelaroi Hurta
NPC, 10 posts
Pilot
Friends with Sdian
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 21:40
  • msg #922

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 921):

"We were flying for hours, and I needed to express. You could have taken the initiative and taken control. Who is the one who likes to be in charge here anyway?"

[OOC: I know it was down to bad dice rolls, but you can reroll a bad roll for yourself taking control, as you did! Blaming her for a bad roll will unlikely stop the dice roller dishing out more bad rolls...not much I know of that can help that. In other games I have consistently rolled minimum damage, or poor rolls to hit!]

The old garage remains empty. The door was open. After a few minutes, a couple arrive. Dressed in leathers, they look like bikies, and carry shotguns.

"What the hell are you guys doin here?"

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,044,998

[Private to GM: Pay $800,000]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 460 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 22:27
  • msg #923

Re: A small delivery

Looking for ____ who was supposed to meet us here.





OOC - I just was using Nel's behavior as a reason ... seemed appropriate although i am sure I could come up with some other reason.
Boris
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 22:55
  • msg #924

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 923):

"I am Boris. You delivering that thing, are you?"

They lower their weapons.

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,044,998

[Private to GM: Pay $800,000]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 461 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 23:37
  • msg #925

Re: A small delivery

That was what was asked of us... [I assume Boris pays up?]
We'll need a ride back to our ship as well ...
Fate
GM, 4360 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 23:55
  • msg #926

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 925):

"Bout time it arrived. You guys good to get home I assume?"

Boris just lets you leave. he does not offer any cash...

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,044,998

[Private to GM: Pay $800,000]
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 462 posts
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 02:17
  • msg #927

Re: A small delivery

OK, who pays for the delivery?
No Money, we take it back...   [OK assuming they were supposed to pay here, if there was some other arrangement, fill me in].
Boris. Its just Boris!
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 04:37
  • msg #928

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 927):

He grins and looks at you.

"You don't seem to have a ship here, an' we got the guns. Do you want to make a deal out of this?"

You WERE supposed to get paid here, $800,000!

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,044,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 463 posts
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 21:13
  • msg #929

Re: A small delivery

Sure, we got guns too... crank it up Nel ...

I assume the pulse laser is not up? if it is (I did try to get it up)we'll go with side arms... no one meets such guys with out their heat ready.
Boris. It's just Boris!
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 23:44
  • msg #930

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 929):

As Nel starts up the speeded, she plays around with a few of the buttons you reckon control the gun. The port opens, and Boris smile becomes a lot more fake. He lowers his weapons.

"Of course you do. Should have guessed, but I needed to be sure I was getting what I paid for. Precilla, be a dear and grab that briefcase, will you?"

The lass with him sides her shotgun and wanders over to a small shed near the entrance. A few moments later, she emerges again with a sizeable briefcase.

"800 thousand in unmarked currency, as agreed."

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,044,998
This message was last updated by the GM at 23:44, Sun 04 Oct 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 464 posts
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 21:28
  • msg #931

Re: A small delivery

Sdian tells nel to stay alert, and he goes to see what the briefcase has in it... he'll look carefully and keep some distance.

Assuming it is all as asked   OK, who is your Pilot?  We are going back to our ship and then he can have the speeder.


OOC - It should have been Jurelda with me and Nel in the ship ... no one else can fly the ship down here.
Boris. It's just Boris!
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 21:41
  • msg #932

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 931):

Hindsight is great. You made the call because you needed the pilot. The cash does actually count out correctly, and they give you room to count it, almost as if expecting you to.

"COD were the terms. You depart with one or the other, the cash or the speeder, but not both. I can arrange for you to get back to your ship, though, for a mere $10,000 per head."

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,844,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 465 posts
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 02:07
  • msg #933

Re: A small delivery

Really, such a deal ...  we already have developed some trust issues... what are you proposing?
Might be better to just acquire another speeder or the like...
Boris. It's just Boris!
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 02:26
  • msg #934

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 933):

"Yeah, you could. But I have guys in customs on my payroll, and I will get you through, no questions asked. You could be paying more than that in bribes or fines if you get caught. I normally charge double for the service, so if you don't want to take it, I am fine with that. But I may have use in the future for your resourcefulness, so I am offering this as a peace deal.

The local border force don't come cheap, you know."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 466 posts
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 02:36
  • msg #935

Re: A small delivery

I have no clue... so might there be a speeder or like vehicle available? One in decent shape, but a bit worn is OK.
Boris. It's just Boris!
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 02:54
  • msg #936

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 935):

He looks at you with a smirk.

"Out here? They would make rocks move if they could. Define 'decent shape'...but you will still have to get past customs. I would not have paid this much for a good one if I could find one here for half the price..."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 467 posts
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 03:02
  • msg #937

Re: A small delivery

Ah well, that does make sense... I guess we have little choice then but to take your offer.
Fate
GM, 4376 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 03:27
  • msg #938

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 937):

"I thought you would see it that way when you understood your position. I could have charged you an arm and a leg for this. Just sayin'. Pay up front, and we make sure you get there, no extra expenses. Or pay later, and risk complication you will cover, not me. What will it be?

Precilla, be a doll and get Benny prepped to take these two back to their ship."

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
This message was last edited by the GM at 04:03, Tue 06 Oct 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 468 posts
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 21:42
  • msg #939

Re: A small delivery

We open the case and give him the $20 K back.
Boris. It's just Boris!
Tue 6 Oct 2020
at 04:10
  • msg #940

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 939):

"Wise move. We will make it happen. My reputation is on the line, now that you are paying customers!"

You are taken by Precilla, who apparently loves flirting with you, even more when she sees how it annoys Nelly, to a small bar. Drinks are optional, and Precilla buys you both a burger. The hamburgers are the large sort made from what seems to be a steak rather than a hamburger, and it tastes pretty good, if gamey.

"Your ride will be here in about 2 hours, so put your feet up and relax. Or should we get a room?" She winks at you...good thing you are not the lecherous type, as her tight leather outfit leave little doubt to her young female figure...

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 469 posts
Wed 7 Oct 2020
at 21:34
  • msg #941

Re: A small delivery

He smiles back and says We really aren't into threesomes thank you... no way he is going to piss Nelly off...
Driver
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 06:58
  • msg #942

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 941):

She continues to play with you, but your refusals to play back begins to sink in after a while and she tires of the game. Nelly continues to be annoyed, but decides to start showing it by showing affection for you.

Your ride arrives soon enough. A speeder with the equivalent of a 'Taxi' sign on the top. It looks non-descrypt. The driver speaks briefly with Precilla, before turning to you.

"Boris tells me you need a lift back to your ship. He has prepaid. You got everything?"

It is not like you are here on a shopping spree. In a few moments, you are moving through the streets. The place is not the highest quality, though clearly a mining 'bubble' on an asteroid, but it is not long before you reach the outer airlock. The driver is waved through, and proceeds out into the vacuum of the planets natural surface.

He flies quite quickly through the mountains as Nelly once again expresses quietly, before he starts to lift into orbit.

"So, how do I find this ship?"

You guide him through the asteroids to where the Minnow II is parked on a particularly large asteroid. Informing them of you arrival, you are soon back in the airlock.

It is good to be home.

Uris Belt, 05 Feb 2179, supplies 2170/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:02, Thu 08 Oct 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 470 posts
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 19:10
  • msg #943

Re: A small delivery

We get things cranked up and move away from the the place to a jumpable location, I advise Luretha that she is to be the grav vehicle pilot, not Nel, except by exception. I suggest Jurelda practice her piloting skills... and I do the same... for both Contra-grav and the Space ship.
Fate
GM, 4381 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 19:40
  • msg #944

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 943):

Jurelda's skill is 10 while Luretha's skill is 14 with Contragrav vehicles, ie Speeders and G-Carriers. Williams skill is 11 and Yung, Ronny and Willow have skill 9.

Nelly is happy with that arrangement, as she pilots the ship away from the asteroid belt.

To get to a jump point will require passing close to the waiting Gashidda, but to jump from well away from the jump point would raise suspicion.

Uris Belt, 07 Feb 2179, supplies 2150/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 471 posts
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 22:24
  • msg #945

Re: A small delivery

I noted that ... Sdian is better than most, but needs to get better.

While we have little to hide right now, we might cause questions to be asked about when we arrived. Probably easier to just slip away and get on the other side of the GG or star before departing.
Fate
GM, 4383 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 03:03
  • msg #946

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 945):

Fair enough. Given the time taken to travel here that is likely to add a week to your trip.

Uris Belt, 07 Feb 2179, supplies 2150/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 70 person-days food per week, or 420 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 472 posts
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 19:39
  • msg #947

Re: A small delivery

OK, but a lot less trouble...
Fate
GM, 4387 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 22:57
  • msg #948

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 947):

That is cool then. You have plenty of time to prepare for your next jump to Daku, a single star system with four gas giants and three planets. Which one is your destination?

Uris Belt, 14 Feb 2179, supplies 2060/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 473 posts
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 01:50
  • msg #949

Re: A small delivery

Was I ever told? I assume so... we head there, again we jump in at a near by GG on the wrong side and then move around.
Fate
GM, 4389 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 02:07
  • msg #950

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 949):

The delivery is intended for the planet. But that is also were the customs patrols will be. The nearest Gas Giant to the planet is 16 days travel away with your speed. More than most ships would do, given you are much faster than most vessels. So heading there? Stealth roll and piloting roll...on behalf of Nelly.

Uris Belt, 21 Feb 2179, supplies 1970/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 474 posts
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 03:28
  • msg #951

Re: A small delivery

OK, there are 3 Planets... do we know which one we are going to? 16 days from GG to planet is not going to be very stealthy either...
Fate
GM, 4392 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 03:45
  • msg #952

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 951):

Yeah, it is the one that is 16 days from the Gas Giant. It is not overly stealthy, but if you are drifting most of the way, you will seem as a stray asteroid...not gather too much attention.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 475 posts
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 18:33
  • msg #953

Re: A small delivery

So there is no ship there that would notice us? If not, we could just jump in and get lost ... how populated is this place and where are we to meet the customer? He pays us or we get paid back in Vland?
Fate
GM, 4395 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 20:57
  • msg #954

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 953):

Daku is a small colony of 8 million. The atmosphere is very thin, requiring breathing apparatus but not so than that a space suit is needed. As such, the larger settlements are domes or underground, but outside them there are a variety of agricultural farms and refineries for various low value industries.

Your directions are to head to the main colony planet, and then to travel to near an outback settlement to make the delivery. Payment is pre-paid for this delivery.

Uris Belt, 21 Feb 2179, supplies 1970/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 476 posts
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 00:05
  • msg #955

Re: A small delivery

OK, so we land out in the boonies, fine with us... what sort of guard ships do the have up?
Fate
GM, 4397 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 00:21
  • msg #956

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 955):

That will probably vary. Where do you jump into the system? Will still probably need a stealth roll, though some locations will have worse penalties than others...all will be opposed.

Uris Belt, 21 Feb 2179, supplies 1970/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:21, Sun 11 Oct 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 477 posts
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 00:27
  • msg #957

Re: A small delivery

Well the back side of the Main Planet I would suppose, if that is clear of guard ships, otherwise we try to find a place to sneak into before looking for the contact location.


[Private to GM: 17:27, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,3,5.  Stealth. by 4 ]
Fate
GM, 4399 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 00:37
  • msg #958

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 957):

You have no way of knowing where the guard ships are from Uris Belt, 2 parsecs away. We need to get into the system before we try sneaking up on the planet...unless you want to try jumping straight to the planet! Will use the stealth roll when I understand exactly where you are jumping to.

Uris Belt, 21 Feb 2179, supplies 1970/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 478 posts
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 01:55
  • msg #959

Re: A small delivery

So we will jump to the backside of the main planet due to a vagary in the jump system...  must happen now and then ;-)

assuming no immediate summons, we will drop off our load. We'll configure a set of records saying the two containers go elsewhere and we are picking up asparagus or something for delivery elsewhere.
Fate
GM, 4402 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 02:02
  • msg #960

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 959):

Planets do not have a back side of a front side. There are six planets that you can jump to Daku from, all jump points are known. The other option is to jump to the Gas Giant. You jump to a planet by aiming at the planet, and it's gravity well takes you out of hyperspace. If you miss the planet, well, who knows where you end up, but the trip back will not be measured in days!

So you are jumping to the planet, or jumping to another object. There is no 'backside' of any planet.

Uris Belt, 21 Feb 2179, supplies 1970/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 479 posts
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 02:06
  • msg #961

Re: A small delivery

So we cannot time it so we aren't in front of the big metro area?.... oh well, we pays our money and goes there.
Fate
GM, 4405 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 02:15
  • msg #962

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 961):

Huh? Metro area thing? Goes...to the planet directly, or the Gas Giant? Pays what? Bit confuesed what you are doing, sorry.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 480 posts
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 20:11
  • msg #963

Re: A small delivery

OK, Sorry, I was not interested in the 16 day trip, so we went straight to the planet. Our current story is the two containers are for someplace else less populated and having little value like Ganar. We clear customs and go looking for our contact.
Fate
GM, 4406 posts
Roll for dodge!
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 06:16
  • msg #964

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 963):

Ganiir? Ok, good low value planet to select, though in this time is is a chemical refinery that also has a waste dump. In the week in hyperspace, you will have time to try to work out a feasible way to get past the inevitable customs inspection you are expecting with that route. What are you planning? Forged documents? Fast talk/bribe to avoid showing documents?
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 481 posts
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 20:46
  • msg #965

Re: A small delivery

Forged documents, fast talk, $10k bribe is ready if needed.
Fate
GM, 4411 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 13 Oct 2020
at 05:40
  • msg #966

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 965):

Ok. You can make the rolls then...

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 482 posts
Tue 13 Oct 2020
at 18:15
  • msg #967

Re: A small delivery


11:13, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,4.  Fast Talk.   .... Of course. Missed by 3
11:13, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,2,3.  Forgery.           Made by 5
Fate
GM, 4413 posts
Roll for dodge!
Tue 13 Oct 2020
at 19:07
  • msg #968

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 967):

The customs Gashidda meets you as you come out of hyperspace from 300,000 miles away, noting your lack of IFF due to the attempt to stealth. The Patrol demands you stand too despite your claims that your IFF was damaged and is being repaired as you speak, and as it approaches the inspector departs in the shuttle.

Docking with you, three Vilani come through the airlock. Demanding to see your papers. They are surprised when you actually produced them, backing up your claims. When they view them, the forged papers describe two containers of toxic waste, and when they inspect the containers and the warning documents on them, they quickly back away. You are warned to only stop for fuel, and allowed to continue. They report back that your papers are in order, and depart.

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 483 posts
Tue 13 Oct 2020
at 22:05
  • msg #969

Re: A small delivery

We agree... and slip down to find a fuel spot with a good price. Getting low we head toward the location we were told to head too. Hopefully out of the Customs boat.
Fate
GM, 4416 posts
Roll for dodge!
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 05:19
  • msg #970

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 969):

Ok, heading low, you move to the rough area, where there are numerous mountains, towards where the maps indicate you are to drop off the goods. Roll Piloting (Aerospace) and Stealth to loose the Customs vessel.

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 484 posts
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 03:23
  • msg #971

Re: A small delivery

Nelaroi does her thing with inputs from Sdian and Youg No...


[Private to GM:  20:21, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,1,5.  Stealth.
20:21, Today: Nelaroi Hurta rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,6,2.  Piloting - Aerospace.   Skill 14 for both]
Fate
GM, 4421 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 06:18
  • msg #972

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 971):

Nelly ducks down low, almost to the treeline and below the ridges of the nearby mountains. Heading up the valley she manages to move quickly to the next few sets of hills, making her way to where you understand the drop off point to be. It seems sparsely populated, but Yung is sure of her directions. As you approach the site and begin to slow down, a small clearing is detected. Nelly manages to put the ship down at the edge, and waits to see if you are detected.

A small vehicle approaches. It is wheeled, which is unusual for Vilani. It stops at the treeline beside you. As you power down, no other craft are detected.

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 485 posts
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 22:04
  • msg #973

Re: A small delivery

While we power down the Maneuver drives, we keep ships power up and such weapons as might be useful ready.  Sdian goes out to make contact bringing a second person as backup/guard.
Fate
GM, 4426 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 03:48
  • msg #974

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 973):

Ok. Three guys get out of the vehicle and approach. They carry rifles, slung but not in their hands. Who is your backup?

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 486 posts
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 16:57
  • msg #975

Re: A small delivery

The Gunner dude we hired... Luretha  can cover him...

Would you be looking for a delivery?
Locals
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 21:30
  • msg #976

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 975):

They talk as they approach you, until they are about 3 feet in front of you.

"Yeah. Two containers. Before we get the truck over here, we wanted to inspect the goods. Then we pay you as the truck arrives to take them off your hands. That is usual, you good with that?"

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 487 posts
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 21:45
  • msg #977

Re: A small delivery

Pretty much as we understand it...  shouldn't be an issue, except that you may be reluctant to open them....

Sdian motions for the cargo lift to come down with the two containers.
Fate
GM, 4429 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 21:59
  • msg #978

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 977):

As the lift lowers, they smirk at the stickers.

"Do you know what they actually are?"

He looks at you closely as one of the men approaches the containers and examines the seals, some put on by the customer.

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 488 posts
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 22:38
  • msg #979

Re: A small delivery

Not a clue, but no customs official wanted to look inside.
Fate
GM, 4431 posts
Roll for dodge!
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 22:46
  • msg #980

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 979):

The man who went to ispect the container agrees with a nod. In response, the apparent leader pick up his radio and mutters. "All good. Come and collect it."

He turns to you as a pair of small trucks and a forklift truck comes from the treeline and makes their ways towards you.

"These guys will bring your payment, and we will take it from here. Hope your trip was uneventful."

The man at the containers remains there.

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 489 posts
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 23:01
  • msg #981

Re: A small delivery

So what is in them, if you don't mind our asking?
Local
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 23:07
  • msg #982

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 981):

"Environmental suits in one, and a bunch of drugs and seeds in the other. Doing some research to try to improve this place instead of just using it as a chemical dump for the system. But research is not allowed...it is evil..."

He scowls, then smiles.

"Like smuggling, I suppose."
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 490 posts
Sat 17 Oct 2020
at 03:47
  • msg #983

Re: A small delivery

Sdian nods Best of luck then...  we'll be going (assume we have money and have checked it to be sure it's what was promised).
Fate
GM, 4436 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sat 17 Oct 2020
at 04:14
  • msg #984

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 983):

The truck pulls up, and a man gets out and brings a suitcase over to you. Meanwhile, the forklift moves and picks up the first container, placing it on the first truck. Then they take the second as you finish checking the gold bars in the suitcase. It does appear to be worth the $700,000 solars you were promised.

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 491 posts
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 03:52
  • msg #985

Re: A small delivery

We shake hands, rub elbows or whatever and we go our separate ways...
Fate
GM, 4439 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 03:58
  • msg #986

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 985):

No Covid here.

He shakes your hand, and wishes you godspeed and the forklift removes the last container and you have finished counting the cash. He then departs, and you are clear to leave, just 30 minutes after you arrived. It seems according to plan...

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $10,824,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 492 posts
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:04
  • msg #987

Re: A small delivery

So far, so good, we stay low and head back closer to the main port before lifting off and heading for a jump point.
Fate
GM, 4441 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:06
  • msg #988

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 987):

Right. Not refuelling? Which jump point?

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 493 posts
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:07
  • msg #989

Re: A small delivery

At a GG before heading out... want nothing to do with a port right now.
Fate
GM, 4443 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:10
  • msg #990

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 989):

Right. You had said you ere heading to Ganiir, and were presumably landing to refuel...the Gas Giant was 16 days away...

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 494 posts
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:12
  • msg #991

Re: A small delivery

So I did ...  so we jump to the GG and refuel before leaving...
Yung No Misra
NPC, 5 posts
Sensors
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:19
  • msg #992

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 991):

Yung points out that jumping to the GG at Daku and jumping to the GG as Ramir will take the same time and same fuel, and get you out of the system. It is also closer to the right direction...

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998
This message was last updated by the GM at 04:19, Sun 18 Oct 2020.
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 495 posts
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 20:51
  • msg #993

Re: A small delivery

Valid, except we are then stuck in Ganiir until we can scoop fuel and refine it... something that looks safer here, where we can see more of what is going on. Might be perfectly safe, always a chance it isn't.
Yung No Misra
NPC, 6 posts
Sensors
Sun 25 Oct 2020
at 21:05
  • msg #994

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 993):

"So travel for 16 days here, where we are suspicious, rather than jump there? Or jump to the gas giant here?"

Daku, 28 Feb 2179, supplies 1880/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 496 posts
Sun 25 Oct 2020
at 22:45
  • msg #995

Re: A small delivery

Jump to Gas giant here, refuel and then jump to Ganiir when we have sufficient fuel scrubbed.
Fate
GM, 4453 posts
Roll for dodge!
Thu 29 Oct 2020
at 02:37
  • msg #996

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 995):

You jump to the gas and gather fuel. The single Gashiddas on patrol there is suspicious and demands to inspect your cargo hold.

Daku, 07 Mar 2179, supplies 1790/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998
Sdian McGuire
Down and outer, 497 posts
Thu 29 Oct 2020
at 03:10
  • msg #997

Re: A small delivery

OK Cool ...  Do we have a load of fuel aboard? Guess the page with the two containers needs to go away, we just dropped off a passenger or bought a left handed Whitworth engine part.


NEW THREAD NEEDED
This message was last edited by the player at 03:11, Thu 29 Oct 2020.
Fate
GM, 4454 posts
Roll for dodge!
Sun 1 Nov 2020
at 10:27
  • msg #998

Re: A small delivery

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 997):

Ok. Will open a new thread. Need a forgery roll for new papers. So you are claiming engine problems as the cause of the change of plan?
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