New thread for Sdian!
This message was last edited by the GM at 22:42, Sat 28 Nov 2020.

OK,
11:38, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,2.  Forgery.  [Private to GM: By 3]

We are claiming bad fuel, so we had to dump much of it and refuel at a GG... Clogged the filters... we'll have someone out there cleaning the filters too...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 2):

The new papers check out, as does the excuse. The filter is inside the vessel at the fuel purifier, and it does not take long for the mechanic to make it look very realistic.

You are soon on your way...

Ganir, 14 Mar 2179, supplies 1700/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998

OK, so once refueled and with enough for our first jump filtered, we go to Garaniis ... and refuel at a GG.

Sdian will spend time with the kids and the ladies, he's feeling his oats about now.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 4):

Sorry, but from Ganar, do you mean Kagamira?

The pressure of the smuggling trip over, you find both the mothers and the infants like some daddy time. Most folk relax some, and the time in hyperspace does allow for some more casual socialising as well.

Kagamira is a military base. You may even find some cargo for the route to Vland, but there are patrols at each of the five gas giants that do respectfully insist on inspection of your vessel.

Kagamira, 21 Mar 2179, supplies 1610/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998

Whoa.. we are way messed up somewhere... let me go back and see what went awry.

We did  jump to Daku and we should be jumping as follows: Ganar ->Anik -> Duam -> Vland.
I have no idea of where these other places got inserted or why.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 6):

Ah, Post #4 confused me, referring to Garaniis, and I had to try to guess where you meant. Sorry, guessed wrong.

Anik is a heavily industrial planet with only a few million inhabitants. The singe gas giant is readily accessible. Duam, by contrast, has no Gas Giants.

Anik, 21 Mar 2179, supplies 1610/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998

We remember Duam ... But we'll check out Anik to see if it has anything to transport further along our route ... seems Vland imports a lot.


OOC - I think I substituted Garniir for Ganar ... no clue as to why

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 8):

Ah, I see. Yes, Vland does import a lot. To look, we will have to pay landing fees and try a merchant roll...

Customs will want to do an inspection before landing...but you have nothing to hide.

Anik, 21 Mar 2179, supplies 1610/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998

Assuming the fees are normal and reasonable, we'll land. Customs should not be an issue.



[Private to GM:  20:38, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,2.  Merchant   By 4 no less]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 10):

Fees are $5,000 here, and do not increase until day 7. You succeed in making good contacts within the local transport hub, and may make one roll per day for cargo (2d-2) and one roll for passengers (1d-4), minimum of zero, if you wish to stay any more days to collect cargo.

On the first day, you find 7 dTons of freight for Vland, paying $21,000, and a passenger willing to pay $5,000 for a standard berth trip to Vland. Delivery date is 17th Apr 2179.

Anik, 21 Mar 2179, supplies 1610/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998

Sdian works the area, he doesn't find any more passengers, but does find more cargo.


09:48, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled -2 using 1d6-4 with rolls of 2.  Passenger.
09:47, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,2.  Cargo.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 12):

At $3,000 per dTon, it all helps. Delivery date for the first batch and passenger is 17th Apr 2179.

13 dTons of Cargo, 1 PAX so far after 2 days looking. Let me know when you have enough and want to head to Vland.

Anik, 23 Mar 2179, supplies 1610/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,524,998

OK, so that's $39k plus the passengers $5k ... we'll close up and leave... how much was fuel?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 14):

You are at Anik, where there is a gas giant a few days away...you did not refuel there?

Unrefined Fuel for a single 2 parsec jump for your craft would cost $3200.
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:19, Sat 14 Nov 2020.

I guess we will use the GG ... on the way out  I presume, since we didn't get any (fuel) on the way in.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 16):

Ok, payments, $39,000+$5,000-$5,000 (Fees). Fees will be the same on Duam, where there is no Gas Giant. But you do notice a massive 10,000 dton Line Freighter departing as you arrive in the system. This is a massive agricultural colony.

Duam, 04 Apr 2179, supplies 1480/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,543,998

Neat!... can we tell where it is heading? Not that we are going to mess with it...

We will refuel at Duam and then head to Vland.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 18):

It looks to be headed to Vland.

It will cost $8,200 to land and refuel, and it will not increase for another week. Do you look for more cargo before you go?

Duam, 04 Apr 2179, supplies 1480/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,535,798

OK, and sure, we will ask around for cargo... same numbers?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 20):

A freighter did just depart. 1d-1 dTon of freight per day, and 1d-4 PAX. Merchant roll to find the right folk to speak to...

Duam, 04 Apr 2179, supplies 1480/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,535,798

OK, found out who to talk to... but no PAX

20:17, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  freight to go.
20:17, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,2.  Merchant.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 22):

Ok. 5 dTon of cargo, for which they will pay $1400 per dTon or $7,000 for the lot, since it is just one jump. Nearly covers the $8200 for the fees and fuel...How many days are you looking for?

Duam, 04 Apr 2179, supplies 1480/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,535,798

Just the one, then we are on our way...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 24):

You depart, arriving at Vland a week later. Your passenger thanks you for your hospitality, and departs. It does not take you long to find the cargo terminal and unload the goods as well, though they were surprised to find you at the diplomatic starport.

Enquiries with regards to the Diplomats progress indicates he has met with some success, and should be ready to depart next week.

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,542,798

Good news... we do some maintenance, resupply non-perishables and make arrangements for perishables that we can buy frozen or freeze aboard ship. I suggest all get as much sun and fresh air as they can this week.

I take Jurelda and William and we go looking for a small craft using all our previous contacts and a general search as well. Williams ancient grav sled is better than nothing but we really need a craft ableto carry children and passengers in  regular clothes ... ie no space suits needed. Some ability to carry cargo is also desired. we can carry anything up to about 20 dTons.


10:37, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,1.  Stree.
10:36, Today: Jurelda Cabeceira rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,5.  Streetwise.
10:35, Today: Jurelda Cabeceira rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,4.  Merchant.
10:35, Today: Jurelda Cabeceira rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,2.  Perception .
10:34, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4.  Merchant.
10:33, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,3,2.  Perception .

All these rolls were made

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 26):

You are more successful this time, finding a 50 years old cargo shuttle in good condition. William gets pretty excited about it. It has a larger crew accommodation and a sickbay, being used as an ambulance shuttle by a Gashidda.

Cargo Shuttle: 15M, 20 dTon Needle/Wedge
(1.5G/Move:1094, dDR:10, dHP: 20, dTons of Cargo Space: 12, SM:+6)
Crew:2, Life Support:10, Sickbay
Weapons: 1xPulse, 1xMissile, 1xSandcaster,

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,542,798

This looks really interesting except it "costs" $4 million more than we have... Was that the asking price or the when new price?
I've seen Heros that were only about twice that.

We dicker a little ...  Jurelda doesn't make any headway, but Sdian steps in and does a good deal better.

[Private to GM: Jurelda just made her skill, Sdian made his by 4; ALSO, I edited the names of the children...last name is McGuire.]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 28):

That was the new price. This is an older model, HT 9 but still a pretty good workhorse. Those Hero's would have been about 150 years old!

The merchant is willing to go to M$6 for the old one, or M$11 for one that is just 15 years old, but bright pink! (HT 10)

Since you have been looking after the kids, and their mum, the mothers accepts the name change...

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,542,798

I have  Jurleda & William give me their opinion after looking at them some ... $6 Million is much more in our price range, but I don't need a hole to constantly pour money  into either.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 30):

The new one is a nice version. The previous owner was an eccentric aristocrat, but the reduction in price is due to the unusual colors and odd artwork through the vessel. William can repaint it though. Both like the newer one as it is more a better model, but either will suffice. The older one will need a major service, probably costing another million.

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,542,798

OK, are we expecting any further income from the diplomat? kind of uncertain where we are and what might be due to us ... if we have more funds coming, then we can swing the newer one.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 32):

The Diplomat has yet to negotiate payment for his ride home, though he has said he will want to. But you could survive with half a million in the bank while you earn more.

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,542,798

Probably could ... will the dealer/sales man /owner take 10.5 Million now, direct transfer, no loans involved.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 34):

He has already reduced his price considerably, and will go no further. He already expects full payment before delivery.

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $11,542,798

WELL !... and in PINK! ... at least give us the paint to change the color.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 36):

He will throw in some black polymer paint, enough for one coat for an extra $200...half the usual price.

I grumble but pay up... so we can fly back to the ship?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 38):

You sure can! Your nice shiny new Shuttle catches a few eyes...William takes the paint and wants to get to work on it straight away!

Your trip started on 07 Jan, so three months wages are in order ($81,300)! The crew have earned it...

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 1390/3400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $342,798
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:56, Thu 19 Nov 2020.

OK, so we are awaiting the Diplomat, and hopefully some funds.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 40):

Gathering supplies and paying wages, your crew relax a little before a longer trip. Do anything, else while waiting?

Vland, 11 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

??? Just getting ready...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 42):

Yep, fine. Can go with that. Planning a route back? Looking for cargo/PAX?

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

Just the diplomat ... don't want to confuse things with other requests and potential political vengeance.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 44):

Ok. Finally the diplomat is finished. The discussions have been...difficult for Shululsish. They have been ordered to change leadership, to Saarpuhii Irkirin Sharikkamur. This new 'underking' is far more open to improved trade and economic growth as a means of improving the regions strength, working with Ishnar and Girii. Several other rulings were made about various Shululsish accusations as well. Not all rulings were in favour of Girii, but they have been directed to accept Shululsish authority in return for considerable influence in the court there.

This is seen as a good thing, and Girii is keen to use their influence to increase relations with Ishnar, which the diplomat sees as a very strong sign of Shululsish dropping all claims to disputed border regions, as well as opening up the borders to trade.

Whilst not all will be keen to get this news in Sululsish, the ruling from the Emperor has been made, so there is nothing to be gained by killing the messenger now other than petty revenge. Further, in carrying the Emperor's message back, the diplomat is no longer just a court messenger, by a Royal messenger. As such, he does not anticipate the same level of danger on the way back.

But he has enjoyed the trip with you, and likes your new, more spacious craft. He is happy for you to do some trading on the return trip. There is no hurry now. He offers you the same deal on the return trip: $10 mill up front, $10 mill on arrival and docking, fuel and supplies en-route. Of course, the choice is still yours.

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

Very well, we will assume the same general route back (assuming it was reasonably direct).

We will mention (Post) our return and planets visited for passengers or cargo. figure two days before all are situated and we leave.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 46):

Sure. Given the time you have spent here, I will forgo the usual roll to find a merchant. But there are a lot of planets listed in the Players Vessels thread. Since you are on Vland, roll 1d6-1 for passengers to each planet, noting your capacity. Given large cargoes will go by regular ships leaving, roll 2d-2 for cargo to each planet. I will work out the prices once the planet has been identified.

I currently have 9 crew, self include and 2 passengers (Hamish & Diplomat)  i could take as many as 5 passengers, although not too crazy about filling up.

Cargo, given all the planets could take a week to roll... we'll look at the first 10

Passengers, looks like a full ship.
20:13, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Passenger.
20:13, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  Passenger.
20:13, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Passenger.

Cargo:
20:16, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 2,1.  Cargo.  To Asanik
20:16, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,4.  Cargo. to Kha
20:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,1.  Cargo.  to Sazisi

We'll not worry about the last 1.5 tons of space...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 48):

I think you may have forgotten to count the nursery as 2 PAX, meaning you have just one empty room for 2, right? Of course, the New shuttle has life support and 10 bunk room, with life support for 10...so you could fit some PAX there too. Hamish, Ronny, Duran, William and Willow like the view from there without the kids too.

As I count, you have
Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
3 Spare Double

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Sazisi, $7000 (5 dTons), 0 PAX

Value of Goods: Kha, $14,000 (5 dTons), 4 PAX ($20,000), 1 family.

Value of Goods: Asanik, $4,200 (1 dTons), 1 PAX ($7,500)

With less than 2 dTons of supplies, you also have 10 dTons of space on the shuttle...

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

The Shuttle may be needed to move things, so filling it with cargo is counter productive. We can provide Willow and William a cabin for privacy's sake, as I am sure the shuttle only has bunks.

3 Spare Double ... Cabins or one cabin for 3 ?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 50):

There are 3 cabins with two bunks in each. Correct, there is one shared room in the Shuttle with 10 bunks in it.

Some suggest using the Shuttle as the nursery/accommodation for the mothers and Yung-No and Jurelda, but this is not liked by Duran, particularly, or the single women.

Or by Sdian ... The children should be sleeping through the night by now and should not be that much of a problem... if someone wants to stay here and get a different ride, we can look for a replacement

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 52):

The children are generally sleeping through the night, but they, like all children, have their moments. Ok, let is know who sleeps where...

Well Nel and or Luretha are welcome in my cabin obviously... Jurelda too for that matter.

Your general arrangements are fine except that I think Willow and William should have a Cabin, unless I misunderstand their relationship.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 54):

Oh, they are good together...just used to finding their own place. But they will not object to a cabin together...but would prefer the extra little bit of pay for giving it up.

What extra little bit of pay?  I am doing them a gracious favor.
 I will suggest they come into my cabin together and explain themselves and their relationship to me, a good bit better. I do not need curious kids or anyone else stumbling upon them in the throes of passion. I do not need them getting sidetracked on duty. If that isn't something that occurs, then they can stay in bunks.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 56):

They understand that your original agreement allowed them to have a cabin as a couple, and they in turn would carry ot their duties as crew, which they have done. They intend to continue to carry out their duties, but they suggest that if they get a shared bunk-room you can take a few extra paying passengers. They are happy to give up that luxury, even if they are entitled to it by your original agreement, for a small portion of the extra passengers fees that use their room. They figure if they take something less comfortable so you can take on a few extra passengers, they should get a little of the extra income. It is a win-win situation.

I see, I did not understand you offer. Were we to need to do that, we would share the proceeds. You are husband and wife? Or wish to be? I am not concerned if you choose another arrangement, but wish to know so I can treat you with the respect I would wish. i feel the bunk room inappropriate from what you have told me so far.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 58):

"Yes, we are definitely husband and wife, but we can easily make do, especially for extra cash. We would keep things appropriate if we were to share the bunk room. We understand that as soon as the passengers leave, we would get our room back, until we have more passengers, so we can wait."

OK, and if you don't mind, you both are obviously saving for something... your own ship? a place to settle down?  I can make decisions best if I know what you seek. Sometimes things present and I would not wish to pass on something you seek.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 60):

They look at each other.

"A frontier place to settle down, as far from Imperial control as possible. Maybe even beyond Imperial control, but not anywhere near these borders, where the dogmen are!"

Ah, Someone mentioned them ... well we are going far away from them, so we can certainly assist in that wish.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 62):

"Yeah, we heard a rumour along those lines. That is why we wanted to join you. Is it true the Terrans are actually human barbarians that have not been subjugated?"

Sdian Laughs... Human, yes, barbarians... some arguably, mostly because they follow norms other than those the Vilani advocate, but generally they are little different  and have some benefits, as they tend to see women as equals mostly, many of the crew have had dealings... some of us are part Terran, I am for instance.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 64):

"Really? So you know of any civilized worlds beyond Vilani borders that are safe to live in?"

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

Yes, some and there are likely more ... Are the Vilani looking for you?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 66):

"We served our time, now we just want to keep our heads down until we can get out of here. Once branded a Kimashargur, we can't get any decent work."

No problems, where we are going there are whole systems of Kimashargur ...  and the Vilani grip is tenuous. But no one wants to be nuked either, so they are cautious, but the Vilani are slowly losing their grip I think ... and beyond those systems are some that are wholly free of the vilani.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 68):

"Where one can live a safe, peaceful life?" she asks hopefully.

yes, I think that is quite possible. We will do all we can to get you to such a place.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 70):

They are both very happy to hear that!

OK, so they stay in the cabin... we take what we have and will leave when the diplomat gets his stuff together to go.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 72):

So you have

Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
William and Willow
2 Spare Double

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny

A family of 4 PAX and 1 PAX, you will have to decide which PAX not to take.

Value of Goods: Sazisi, $7000 (5 dTons), 0 PAX
Value of Goods: Kha, $14,000 (5 dTons), 4 PAX ($20,000), 1 family.
Value of Goods: Asanik, $4,200 (1 dTons), 1 PAX ($7,500)

You have 11 dTons of Cargo and about 1.5 dTons of supplies, half kept in the Shuttle.

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

The One Pax can stay in the bunk room until the family disembarks... there are other ways as well... don't have to leave anyone behind.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 74):

The bunk room is a lower standard that he was expecting. If you succeed on a reaction roll, he will only offer $3,000 for the trip...

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

$4k and he gets a cabin as soon as one is available ... or I can ask Nel and Luretha to join me in my cabin and he uses that one.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 76):

William and Willow are willing to let him use their cabin for $1250...they will behave in the ships boat. Nel and Luretha prefer that idea...

He would accept $4 k if he got a cabin for at least half the trip. He would prefer to pay $7.5k for a cabin for the whole trip though.

Vland, 16 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $249,498

OK, Will and Willow win...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 78):

Delighted with the extra cash, they move their stuff into the shuttle and clean the cabin.

Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 double
1 PAX in one double

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

A family of 4 PAX and 1 PAX, you will have to decide which PAX not to take.

Value of Goods: Sazisi, $7000 (5 dTons), 0 PAX
Value of Goods: Kha, $14,000 (5 dTons), 4 PAX ($20,000), 1 family.
Value of Goods: Asanik, $4,200 (1 dTons), 1 PAX ($7,500)

You have 11 dTons of Cargo and about 1.5 dTons of supplies, half kept in the Shuttle.

The Diplomat, Andy finally returns to the ship, and you are ready for departure...to Sazisi?

Vland, 19 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $302,198

We are awaiting the diplomat... and hopefully some cash in our accounts.

Think we covered that...





Vland, 19 Apr 2179, supplies 3390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks), Cash: $302,198

OK, I missed that at the bottom of msg 79... it's been a tough week with Thanksgiving here...  It's a big Holiday in the US and I was a primary Cook and preparer...

I do remember the $10&10 message now, but so much side stuff has happened.
We are off to Sazisi.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 82):

No worries, it happens. I assume you accept...how much do you pay your crew? Do you spend an additional 6 days to refuel at the gas giant, of go straight to the planet and pay $3200?

Sazisi, 26 Apr 2179, supplies 3225 person-days basic food, consuming 90+75 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,302,198

We will land at Sazisi and refuel ... leave cargo and move on.
We will make a quick cursory look for cargo for Kha or Asanik

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 84):

Sure. Merchant roll, then (if successful with merchant roll) roll 2d-2 for goods for each, and 1d-1 for PAX for each. The recipient of the Cargo come to collect as well.

Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 double
1 PAX in one double

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

A family of 4 PAX and 1 PAX, you will have to decide which PAX not to take.

Value of Goods: Sazisi, $7000 (5 dTons), 0 PAX
Value of Goods: Kha, $14,000 (5 dTons), 4 PAX ($20,000), 1 family.
Value of Goods: Asanik, $4,200 (1 dTons), 1 PAX ($7,500)

Sazisi, 26 Apr 2179, supplies 3225 person-days basic food, consuming 90+75 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,309,198

We get a surprising amount of response during our short lay over.

[Private to GM:  19:20, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Passengers.
19:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 2,6.  Cargo.]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 86):

Indeed you do, and that is just the first Destination, Kha...want to roll again for the second? The PAX accommodation might be a challenge...they will pay $2000 for a bunk bed in the shuttle. It is only one jump...normally worth $2500 each for a cabin.

Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 double
1 PAX in one double

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

A family of 4 PAX and 1 PAX, you will have to decide which PAX not to take.

Value of Goods: Sazisi, $7000 (5 dTons), 0 PAX
Value of Goods: Kha, $14,000 (5 dTons), 4 PAX ($20,000), 1 family.
Value of Goods: Asanik, $4,200 (1 dTons), 1 PAX ($7,500)

Sazisi, 26 Apr 2179, supplies 3225 person-days basic food, consuming 90+75 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,309,198

No, that's good... we head for Kha...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 88):

The Kha system is a large water system, with the planet dominated by a massive floating city of extraordinary dimensions. A playground for the rich, your passengers are out of place, but head off hopefully as the cargo is gratefully received.

As usually, a merchant roll to find a merchant, then 2d plus or minus penalties, usually -2, for cargo, and 1d-1 for PAX.

Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 double
1 PAX in one double

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Kha, $22,400 (11 dTons), 4 PAX ($20,000), 1 family, 2 backpackers ($2000)
Value of Goods: Asanik, $4,200 (1 dTons), 1 PAX ($7,500)

Kha, 26 Apr 2179, supplies 3060 person-days basic food, consuming 90+75 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,336,198

We quickly refuel, drop cargo and Passengers and find a little more for Asanik

[Private to GM: 19:52, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Passengers.
19:52, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,6.  Cargo.]


Next systems:  -> Ilma (1523) -> Zushar (1624) -> Lalazim (1626) -> Akumid (1628)

Sdian does not seem to be getting much attention from the girls any more... is Jurelda any more receptive?
This message was last edited by the player at 02:59, Sun 29 Nov 2020.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 90):

Oh, the girls are giving plenty of attention...I was just not focusing on it...it is now more normalized to background detail. You rarely get a full nights sleep though, and now that their interest has started, they seem less interested in contraceptives and more interested in conception...

As usually, a merchant roll to find a merchant, then 2d plus or minus penalties, usually -2, for cargo, and 1d-1 for PAX for each destination. Not planning to stop after Asanik?

Captains Cabin
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 double
1 PAX in one double
William and Willow

On Shuttle Bunkroom
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Asanik, $11,200 (6 dTons), 3 PAX ($12,500)

Next systems:  -> Ilma (1523) -> Zushar (1624) -> Lalazim (1626) -> Akumid (1628)

Asanik, 12 May 2179, supplies 2895 person-days basic food, consuming 90+40 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,344,948

Umm no, Contraception is a must for now...  glad to know there is still some interest ... it's important to Sdian.

[Private to GM:  Won't look for more passengers until we know how these 5 break out.
20:26, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Passengers - ilma.
20:26, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,3.  Cargo - Zushar.
20:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,2.  Cargo - Ilma.]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 92):

Ok, then. Might just roll your HT-5, while I will roll for them regular HT. For once, you do not want low...roll once each.

A group of five passengers wanting 3 double cabins...you have 1 available. They offer $12,500 for three cabins, or will accept the three children in the bunk room for $$8,000.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 double
1 PAX in one double

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Asanik, $11,200 (6 dTons), 3 PAX ($12,500)
Value of Goods: Ilma, $5600 (4 dTons), 5 PAX?
Value of Goods: Zushar, $19600 (7 dTons)

Next systems:  -> Ilma (1523) -> Zushar (1624) -> Lalazim (1626) -> Akumid (1628)

Asanik, 12 May 2179, supplies 2895 person-days basic food, consuming 90+40 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,344,948

OH NO!!! Nel gets  neutered first chance...

12:49, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 16 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,6,6.  Luretha.
12:49, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,1,2.  Nel.

We'll go with the $8k offer.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 94):

She would be mortally offended at the thought! She discovered at the start of the month she was once again pregnant! [OOC: She rolled an 8...your only hope is for the trimester HT rolls!]

Actually, you were letting your other PAX off here, so you can get the PAX at full price. Sorry for the miscalculation. Once again, merchant roll, then if successful, 2d-2 Cargo roll per destination, 1d-1 roll for PAX. You can check for destinations up to 10 parsecs away without penalties to the numbers...

You have been to Ilma before. There are not great memories here. But you are in a different ship now...you unload your freight and your PAX head off...

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Zushar, $19600 (7 dTons)
Value of Goods: Ilma, $5600 (4 dTons), 5 PAX ($12,500)

Next systems:  -> Zushar (1624) -> Lalazim (1626) -> Akumid (1628)

Ilma, 20 May 2179, supplies 2755 person-days basic food, consuming 90+50 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,354,848

OK, Hope I was following things correctly...  looks like I may be loaded down pretty well.
I will of course baby Nel a little ...

08:29, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  lalazin Pax.
08:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Zushar Pax.
08:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,3.  Lalazim.
08:27, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,3.  Zushar.

In reply to Fate (msg # 95):

The 4 PAX for Lalazim will not have cabins for the first leg to Zusher. They will accept bunks for this leg, as long as they get cabins after that, offering $12,000 for the trip.

Nel is happy with the attention, though when Luretha sees the attention the pregnancy get her, she is also rather looking for her opportunity as well.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 double cabins

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Akumid,
Value of Goods: Lalazim, $19,600 (7 dTons)
Value of Goods: Zushar, $25,200 (11 dTons), 5 PAX ($12,500)

Next systems:  -> Zushar (1624) -> Lalazim (1626) -> Akumid (1628)

Ilma, 20 May 2179, supplies 2755 person-days basic food, consuming 90+50 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,354,848

OK, we must have cargo stored everywhere, as it won't normally accept 18 tones of it... of course bulk also plays a big role in how much you can take.

Sdian continues to pay attention to Luretha and even Jurelda a little (so she is comfortable and not feeling put upon). nel is obviously going to need a wee bit more now... but Luretha and I need to talk, so we don't have everyone preggie at once. I also will find it hard to buy a Sharushid smuggler to raise this mob in!

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 98):

You have a bit in the shuttle! dTons is actually a measure of size, not weight. 1 dTon = 500 cu ft.

Jurelda, Yung-No, Hamish and the Diplomat, as well as Duran have a kind of a 'singles club' thing going, so they are fine, though the crew joke they will be redundant in about 16 years...

Luretha is willing to give her her turn. In truth, she would not mind having only one more, in a few years.

The next system, Zushar, is a domed colony, basically a refuelling station that sees fewer ships. As such, the PAX are quick to disembark, and the goods being transported are soon removed.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
3 double cabins free.

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Akumid,
Value of Goods: Lalazim, $19,600 (7 dTons)

Next systems:  -> Lalazim (1626) -> Akumid (1628)

Zushar, 27 May 2179, supplies 2755 person-days basic food, consuming 90+50 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,385,348

We do the shuffle and ask the cargo master if he has anything for our next destinations...


10:31, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,1.  Cargo- Akumid.
10:30, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,2.  Cargo - Lalazim.

10:33, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Pax - Akumid.
10:32, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Pax - lalazim.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 100):

You forgot the merchant roll, rolled 10, so cool. You head on to Lalazim, a domed refinery colony.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 double cabins, Akumid.

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow


Value of Goods: Akumid, $11,200 (4 dTons), 5 PAX ($23,500)
Value of Goods: Lalazim, $25,200 (11 dTons), 2 PAX ($5,000)

Next systems:  -> Akumid (1628)

Lalazim, 05 June 2179, supplies 2595 person-days basic food, consuming 90+70 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,407,348

OK, that should ease the docking/fuel costs...

14:57, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4.  Merchant.

15:03, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,2.  Cargo - Imdur.
15:03, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,3.  Cargo- Kanoka.
14:58, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,3.  Cargo- Akumid.

15:05, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax -Imdur.
15:05, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax - Kanoka.
15:04, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Akumid.

Next Systems-
 Kanoka (1630) -> Imdur (1632) -> Senkon (1534) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 102):

You keep moving on. Akumid is a large and old Vilani planet, well established. Do you visit anywhere in the city? Or outside of it?

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
6 PAX in 3 double cabins, Akumid.

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Imdur, $25,200 (6 dTons)
Value of Goods: Kanoka, $2,800 (2 dTons)
Value of Goods: Akumid, $14,000 (6 dTons), 6 PAX ($25,000)

Next systems:  ->  Kanoka (1630) -> Imdur (1632) -> Senkon (1534) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Akumid, 13 June 2179, supplies 2445 person-days basic food, consuming 90+60 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,438,148

We had no reason to visit anything or anybody.

If there is something to alter that, let me know

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 104):

This is a rather populous planet with numerous tourist locations, with numerous large entertainment parks like Disney Parks.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
6 PAX in 3 double cabins, Akumid.

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Imdur, $25,200 (6 dTons)
Value of Goods: Kanoka, $2,800 (2 dTons)

Next systems:  ->  Kanoka (1630) -> Imdur (1632) -> Senkon (1534) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Akumid, 13 June 2179, supplies 2445 person-days basic food, consuming 90+60 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,438,148

We can acquire some frsh foods, check on costs of food supplies and see if there is anyting moving on to the next systems.


16:51, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 18 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,6.  Merchant.   Oh well, pissed someone off... no deals here.

we'll move on quickly.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 106):

Your attempts to contact the merchant guilds goes badly. The man you thought to be the doorman was actually the managing director. Insulted, he demand to know who you are, and starts to dig into your vessels history, and into yours.

You are gone within the hour. It is a pity. Kanoka is a chemical refinery with a corrosive atmosphere, and the colony is domed.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Imdur, $25,200 (6 dTons)
Value of Goods: Kanoka, $2,800 (2 dTons)

Next systems:  ->  Imdur (1632) -> Senkon (1534) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Kanoka, 20 June 2179, supplies 2355 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,432,648

Sounds like a good place to be away from...  we carry on and will check the outside of he ship at our next stop.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 108):

The next planet, Imdur, is little better. The air is thin and tainted by sulphur, and the place dry, with no free water. The mining colony is again mainly underground, though you imaging you might find freight or passengers here. (Usual, merchant roll if you want to look, 1d PAX and 2d goods for each destination.)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Imdur, $25,200 (6 dTons)

Next systems:  ->  Imdur (1632) -> Senkon (1534) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Imdur, 27 June 2179, supplies 2265 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,449,648

09:52, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,3.  Merchant.


09:56, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Pax - Pamiimkh.
09:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax -Senkon.
09:54, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,3.  Cargo - Pamiimkh.
09:54, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,2.  cargo - Senkon.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 110):

The security base at Senkon is small, orbiting a gas giant. With no colony, this base is like some of the others you have seen, but smaller and even less significant. The two passengers are men returning from time with family, and they are not looking forward to another long stint away from home.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
3 PAX in 2 cabins for Pamiimkhi

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Pamiimkhi, $19,600 (7 dTons), 3 PAX ($15,000)
Value of Goods: Senkon, $8,400 (6 dTons), 2 PAX ($5,000)

Next systems: -> Senkon (1534) -> Pamiimkhi (1536) -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Senkon, 05 July 2179, supplies 2125 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,454,848

Looks like a fine place to refuel and move on ... but there does seems to be some business here.

13:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,1.  Merchant

13:20, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,6.  Cargo - Pamiimkh.

13:21, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Pamiimkh

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 112):

Indeed, though the merchant is hard to find, you manage, and the trip is indeed profitable. The Asteroid belt mining station  has several new recruits and a number of order that you bring, much to their pleasure...and your profit!

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Pamiimkhi, $29,400 (7 dTons), 3 PAX ($17,500)

Next systems: -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Senkon, 13 July 2179, supplies 1970 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,493,548

OK, Quick review... I am now at Pammiimikhi? It is another asteroid base? I dropped off 14 tons of stuff (not 7) and 4 Pax, not 3.

14:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,3.  merchant.

14:26, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,1.  Cargo - Iplukaddesh (1238.
14:26, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,6.  Cargo -Borealis (1337).

14:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  Pax - Iplukaddesh (1238).
14:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Borealis (1337).

Cargo and freight is paying for our trip and providing a small profit.

In reply to Fate (msg # 113):

You find a good merchant who has extra good to send. Borealis is merely a security outpost, so the goods there get a little premium, and the couple moving there are grateful to find transport.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
Family of 5 in 2 cabins

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Iplukaddesh (5 dTons, $15,000), 5 PAX ($21,000)
Value of Goods: Borealis (11 dTons, $17,600), 2 PAX ($5,000)

Next systems: -> Borealis (1337) ->  Iplukaddesh (1238) ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Borealis, 20 July 2179, supplies 1800 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,507,948

OK, we work things out...

15:03, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,3,4.  Merchant.
15:04, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Nelson.
15:04, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,6.  Cargo - Nelson.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 116):

Iplukaddesh is another asteroid mining facility, not as large as the last. But you manage to make your deliveries and find more cargo for the next system...

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
Family of 5 in 2 cabins
1 PAX in 1 cabin

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Nelson (7 dTons, $19,600), 1 PAX ($5,000)
Value of Goods: Iplukaddesh (5 dTons, $15,000), 5 PAX ($21,000)

Next systems: ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Iplukaddesh, 27 July 2179, supplies 1640 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,535,748

Is Nelson a planet or another mining facility? We need a little bit of time to get out, get some sun, stretch our legs and look over the ship.

In reply to Fate (msg # 117):

Nelson is a refuelling Base. There is no colony here. If you let me know the intended route, I can give you some idea of the colonies on the way.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1 PAX in 1 cabin

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Nelson (7 dTons, $19,600), 1 PAX ($5,000)

Next systems: ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Iplukaddesh, 27 July 2179, supplies 1640 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,535,748

I am simply going back the way we came in... so our return is: Miam (1202) -> Ziruushda (1204) -> Mirkigli (1206) -> Gurgesgu (1208) -> Imgaa (1409) -> Cimmeria (1511)

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 120):

Miam (1202) Large Agricultural colony, well developed. Plenty of nice parks or nature walks.
Ziruushda (1204) Heavy industria planet, no gas giants
Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1 PAX in 1 cabin

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Nelson (7 dTons, $19,600), 1 PAX ($5,000)

Next systems: ->  Nelson (Vland 1240)

Iplukaddesh, 27 July 2179, supplies 1640 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,535,748

OK, we stop at nelson, unload cargo and ask around for cargo...

20:44, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,2.  Merchant.

20:46, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Pax - Miam.
20:45, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,1.  Cargo- miam.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 122):

You make it to the desolate base at Nelson. It is not somewhere you care to spend a lot of time...even the kids are grumpy!

Miam (1202) Large Agricultural colony, well developed. Plenty of nice parks or nature walks.
Ziruushda (1204) Heavy industria planet, no gas giants
Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 cabin

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow


Value of Goods: Miam (0 dTons, $0), 2 PAX ($5,000)
Value of Goods: Nelson (7 dTons, $19,600), 1 PAX ($5,000)

Next systems: ->  Miam (1202) -> Ziruushda (1204) -> Mirkigli (1206) -> Gurgesgu (1208) -> Imgaa (1409) -> Cimmeria (1511)

Nelson, 05 Aug 2179, supplies 1540 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,552,148

We don't stay long, but do find others who feel the same urge to leave.

10:51, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,3,4.  Merchant

10:52, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Pax - Miam.
10:51, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,1.  Cargo- miam.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 124):

Indeed you do. Good thing about passengers...they take only a few minutes to load, and they are ready to go! You are pretty full with passengers heading to Miam. The brochures describe lovely farms, bed and breakfasts with natural foods, rolling hills and wineries going for miles. There are sheep flocks dotting some hills, and cattle on others. Dairy products abound and are cheap, and there are numerous tours to delight the taste buds. Most people talk of taking a week off to enjoy some.

Next systems:
Miam (1202) Large Agricultural colony, well developed. Plenty of nice parks or nature walks.
Ziruushda (1204) Heavy industria planet, no gas giants
Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Value of Goods: Miam (0 dTons, $0), 7 PAX ($16,500)

Miam, 13 Aug 2179, supplies 1400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,580,448

We take a break here for sun and fresh air... real food and fresher stores.

I make contact with the local Merchant Guild at the star port.

19:21, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,1,1.  Merchant.


I get information about what's ahead, any cargo or Passengers and the like.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 126):

With a roll like that, you find supplies for $10,000 per dTon (2000 person days), and roll 2d+1 for cargo, and 1d for PAX.

Prices are better, too. $1600 per dTon per 2 parsec jump for cargo, and $3,000 per PAX per Jump for passengers in the Cabins, and $600 per PAX per jump in the bunks. You can pick destinations as distant as you want. You can also do a new search every day...

Finally, you can find discount local tours. For just $1000 per person plus $1000 extra for securely watching over the ship, you get a weeks tour through the vineyards, covering accommodation, transport and all the food you can eat. Children under 5 travel free. Hamish and the Diplomat are quick to sign up, as does William, Willow, Ronny, Yung-No and Luretha, paying their own way. Both mothers look to you, since they want to travel as a large family...

Next systems:
Ziruushda (1204) Heavy industria planet, no gas giants
Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Miam, 13 Aug 2179, supplies 1400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,580,448

So Duran and Jurelda will stay with the ship?

I will of course bring Nel and the kids...

Need to roll after the week long trip... (tomorrow)

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 128):

Luretha would be mortally offended at not being considered part of the family, along with little Jonny!

As for Duran, he will want to go with the singles...forgot about him!

Ok, you head off, and can roll when you get back from the trip, I/C and O/C!

The tour is well planned. Each of the accommodation spaces are spacious and actually very nice, with cots provided for the toddlers. As the little ones start moving around, it dawns on you that they are growing up, and are now about 18 months old. You can see the start of little personalities forming as they play together, and you get to spend some great time with the mothers as well, without the distractions of running a starship.

By the time you return, the other tour group is back as well, tired but much more relaxed. Most consider it time well spent, and Jurelda and Ronny are getting friendly. Both Hamish and Duran seem to be courting Yung-No, though, and she seems to be enjoying it! The Diplomat is simply enjoying the show...


Next systems:
Ziruushda (1204) Heavy industria planet, no gas giants
Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Miam, 13 Aug 2179, supplies 1400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,577,448
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:59, Sun 06 Dec 2020.

OK, given our Merchant good roll, (message 126)  we arrange the following:

Next systems: Ziruushda (1204) -> Mirkigli (1206) -> Gurgesgu (1208) -> Imgaa (1409) -> Cimmeria (1511)

12:31, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6 with rolls of 4.  Pax - Mirkigli.
12:31, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6 with rolls of 4.  PAX - Ziruushda.
12:30, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 2d6+1 with rolls of 2,6.  Cargo- Mirkigli.
12:29, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6+1 with rolls of 2,3.  Cargo- Ziruushda.

Which should make us pretty darn full

In reply to Fate (msg # 129):

Did you get any supplies? I actually thought you would have gone for the most distant systems first, given the higher price per jump, but OK. Faster return this way.

Next systems:
Ziruushda (1204) Heavy industrial planet, no gas giants, 6 dTons, 4 PAX ($9600+$12000)
Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants, 9 dTons, 4 PAX ($28800 + $14400)
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 cabins, Ziruushda, $12000
2 PAX in 1 cabin, Mirkigli, $12000

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
2 PAX, Mirkigli, $2400

9.5 dTons of supplies.

Ziruushda, 20 Aug 2179, supplies 19000 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,495,848
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:10, Mon 07 Dec 2020.

Yes, we tried to get as much fresh food as we could for the trip to come... and maybe some to sell at those refueling stations and mining locations

OK, is there any way we can reduce the rolls for every stop? maybe average the last bunch?

Off we go...


Also would like to spread some points around, surely Nel should get 12 or so for breeding skills...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 134):

I will have to take some time to see when the last time was that you guys got some co...I thought it was fairly recently?

We can cut the rolls to three: Merchant, then Cargo, and PAX, and apply those rolls to all destinations from that planet. Would that make it easier? You can also cut the rolls by looking for goods and PAX for 5 or six destinations ahead. You still get paid according to distance...

OK ...

It may not have been long in game time, can't remember ... but it has been a while in RL.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 136):

Have shared out the girls...Nel got skills in cooking sewing and Pharmacy (now that is how you keep 3 babies quiet at night!). Duran seems to accept that he not actually a superhero, but still considers himself defender of the innocent. Others have other improvements...

Mirkigli is a regular refuelling station. Nothing special...you unload the last of your passengers and goods.

Mirkigli (1206) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants, 9 dTons, 4 PAX ($28800 + $14400)
Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed.
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves.
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

9 dTons of supplies.

Mirkigli, 20 Aug 2179, supplies 19650 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,530,848
This message was last updated by the GM at 05:31, Wed 09 Dec 2020.

We check with the lod master on the station and seem to hit the gold, with lots of passengers wanting off the refueling station. We may not be able to take them all, but will favor those going father.

11:44, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,1.  Merchant.

11:46, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,3.  Cargo - Cimmeria.
11:46, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,1.  Cargo - Imgaa.
11:45, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,4.  Cargo -Gurgesgu.


11:51, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Pax - Gurgesgu.
11:49, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Pax - Imgaa.
11:49, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 4.  Pax - Gurgesgu.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 138):

Mechanical faults on a tramp freighter have seen the vessel owners seeking to move the more urgent goods, and passengers. The group going further get the cabins, with the group going to Imgaa getting the rest of the bunk beds and the group heading to Gurgesgu having to find another vessel.

The Refining colony on Gurgesgu seems little better as far as places to visit...

Gurgesgu (1208) Refining colony, domed. 6 dTon ($8,400)
Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves. 5 PAX ($5,000)
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants. 6 dTon ($25,200), 5 PAX ($37,500)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 Cabins

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
5 PAX ($5,000)

Gurgesgu, 27 Aug 2179, supplies 19460 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,531,048

Sdian finds no cargo here... so just moves on...


[Private to GM:  13:23, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,3.  Merchant.]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 140):

Imgaa is an excellent location for hunting, and some of your passengers ask if they can take a few days to hunt here. For some, it is their destination, and for that reason!

Imgaa (1409) Large, earthlike planet, many animal reserves and hunting reserves. 5 PAX ($5,000)
Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants. 6 dTon ($25,200), 5 PAX ($37,500)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 Cabins

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Imgaa, 04 Sep 2179, supplies 19460 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,527,848

I'll agree to pause for three days... fresh meat in the freezer is always good.
I can take a few days to play with the kids and their mothers.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 142):

Do you go with them, or let them hunt on their own?

[OOC: 19:11, Today: Fate, on behalf of Nelaroi Hurta, rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,6.  HT, first Trimester. Still pregnant]

Imgaa, 07 Sep 2179, supplies 19390 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,527,848
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:13, Fri 11 Dec 2020.

I stay with Nel and anyone else not going.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 144):

Just the mothers and the kids stay.

They hunt for a few days and do come back with about 500 kg of food (equivalent to 80 rations), and come back mentally refreshed but physically tired. Nothing else before departing?

Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants. 6 dTon ($25,200), 5 PAX ($37,500)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 Cabins

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Imgaa, 07 Sep 2179, supplies 19470 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,527,848

Sdian is too distracted and doesn't think about cargo...


[Private to GM: 19:32, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,3,5.  Merchant.]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 146):

Cimmeria (1511) Refuelling station, 3 gas giants. 6 dTon ($25,200), 5 PAX ($37,500)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat


On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Cimmeria, 14 Sep 2179, supplies 19350 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,598,748

OK so onward

Iesha (1712) ->  Nguma (1613) -> Kikaduum (1615) -> Mahonri (1816)

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 148):

You have two options for the next world...the one you selected is not the most attactive, but can do...

   Iesha (1712) is a refining Colony, 3 gas giants
or Lemuria (1612) Trinary system with 3 gas giants and a large colony, poor simple world, lower than usual tech
Nguma (1613) is a binary system with 2 gas giants and a small mining colony
Kikaduum (1615) has no gas giants and a moderately large but poor military colony.
Mahonri (1816) is a binary system with a single gas giant and a refuelling base.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Cimmeria, 14 Sep 2179, supplies 19350 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,598,748

Which might have more cargo to ship?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 150):

Lemuria would definitely have more, as the lower tech would mean rarely visited, but the large population would indicate plenty of supply and demand.

So Lemuria it is... off we go.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 152):

Cool. I assume you land then? The world is closer to TL 7, making t kind of like a living museum! You jave no cargo or PAX, so no deadlines. The diplomat is curious to travel a bit...by these old things called Trains!

Lemuria (1612) Trinary system with 3 gas giants and a large colony, poor simple world, lower than usual tech
Nguma (1613) is a binary system with 2 gas giants and a small mining colony
Kikaduum (1615) has no gas giants and a moderately large but poor military colony.
Mahonri (1816) is a binary system with a single gas giant and a refuelling base.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Lemuria, 21 Sep 2179, supplies 19260 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,590,548

Sdian gives the crew (-) a day or two to look around and goes to work arranging cargo.

[Private to GM:  16:22, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,1.  Merchant.]

16:29, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 4.  Pax - Nguma.
16:29, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax - Kikaduum.
16:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Pax - Mahonri.

16:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,4.  Cargo - Nguma.
16:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,2.  Cargo - Kikaduum.
16:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,1.  Cargo - Mahonri.
16:27, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,1.  Cargo - Rukhigu.
16:27, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,2.  Cargo - Iunda.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 154):

The planet is indeed an oddity, the low technology seemingly a preference of the folk living there more than anything, though there are higher tech aspects showing through.  Folk tell you about it after they get back.

Nguma is a much more depression place, though a patrol base, it feels more like a prison!

Nguma (1613) is a binary system with 2 gas giants and a small mining colony, 3 dTons ($4,200), 3 PAX ($4500)
Kikaduum (1615) has no gas giants and a moderately large but poor military colony. 1 dTon ($2,800)
Mahonri (1816) is a binary system with a single gas giant and a refuelling base. 2 dTons ($8,400), 5 PAX ($37,500)
Rukhigu, Binary system without Gas Giants, Refuelling base only 2 dTons ($11,200)
Iunda, Binary system with three Gas Giants, Trading Base in orbit due to planets corrosive atmosphere. 5 dTons ($35,000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 cabins, Mahonri

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
3 PAX, Nguma

Nguma, 01 Oct 2179, supplies 19080 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,591,048

We adjust cargo as needed and then move on ...


18:59, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,4.  Merchant.

18:57, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,3.  Cargo - next two systems.
18:57, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Next few Systems.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 156):

You find plenty of goods, more than you can carry with all the supplies you have, so you turn down the 5 dTons for Kikaduum, and the passengers are offered the Bunks for $500 pr jump, but sometimes transport is better than none, so they take it.

The Military colony is no more fun that the last base...

Kikaduum (1615) has no gas giants and a moderately large but poor military colony. 1 dTon ($2,800), 1 PAX ($500)
Mahonri (1816) is a binary system with a single gas giant and a refuelling base. 7 dTons ($22,400), 5 PAX ($38,000)
Rukhigu, Binary system without Gas Giants, Refuelling base only 2 dTons ($11,200)
Iunda, Binary system with three Gas Giants, Trading Base in orbit due to planets corrosive atmosphere. 5 dTons ($35,000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
5 PAX in 3 cabins, Mahonri

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
1 PAX, Mahonri

Kikaduum, 09 Oct 2179, supplies 18900 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,586,148

OK, None of these seem good places to waste time at, so we do business and move on...


Trying to simplify the cargo/pax things, so lets use one roll foreach, and use my success under merchant skill spread across the next three systems... you can decide/roll for how things play out...

12:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,5,1.  Merchant.  made his skill

12:43, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,4,6.  Pax - Next few Systems.  just one from these going to?
12:43, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,3,5.  Cargo - next three systems.  None... believable.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 158):

Ok, so jumping three systems to Iunda, you unload the cargo and passengers. I worked out the extra cargo and passengers based on your rolls, but since there are no further destinations, I stopped here...

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Iunda, 04 Nov 2179, supplies 18400 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,698,148

Sdian can't seem to find any business here ...

[Private to GM:  Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,6.  Merchant.  Damnable die roller ...]

Aiaiyal (1821) -> Bradley (1822) -> Kamgikiik (1824) -> New Titan (1726)  -> Ekhugush (1728) -> Iash (1730) -> Kashni (1732) -> Piileir (1833)

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 160):

Aiaiyal is a remote mining colony, but the lack of Gas Giants in this system mean that you will need to visit here for fuel.

1j-> Bradley (1822) small refining colony, trinary system with 3 gas giants
-> Kamgikiik (1824) Small domed outpost, Binary system, 4 gas giants
-> New Titan (1726) Floating colony on water world, 4 gas giants
-> Ekhugush (1728) Military Base, Binary system with 2 gas giants
-> Iash (1730) Refuelling base, 4 gas giants
-> Kashni (1732) small mining colony, 2 Gas giants
-> Piileir (1833) Local capital, Bonary system with 4 gas giants


Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Aiaiyal, 12 Nov 2179, supplies 18300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,689,948

Sdian checks with he station Cargo master and finds some success


19:46, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,2.  Merchant. [Private to GM: Finally!]

19:48, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 2d6 with rolls of 2,1.  Pax - Next three Systems.
Bradley -0
Kamgikiik  - 2
New Titan - 1

19:47, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 2d6 with rolls of 5,5.  Cargo - next three systems.
Bradley -5  tons
Kamgikiik  - 1
New Titan - 4

I ditched the - 2 and -1 ..

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 162):

I would usually apply the rolls to multiple systems as being the same roll for each system. So in this case, cargo is still 2d-2 or 8 DTon/system, but you get $800 per dTon per parsec instead of $700 due to good merchant roll, and PAX are 1d-1, or 1 PAX for each system, but paying $2700 per PAX per jump. Given you have 24.5-9 (supplies) = 15.5 dTons of space total, I have put that to the first and third system, as you distributed it below, with 1100 dTons of supplies crammed into the extra bunks on the shuttle to allow for 2 full shipments. Hence, below...

For a small domed outpost, you find a good bit of cargo for your destinations, and a few passengers as well.

-> New Titan (1726) Floating colony on water world, 4 gas giants 1 PAX ($2700), 8 dTons ($12,800)
-> Ekhugush (1728) Military Base, Binary system with 2 gas giants 1 PAX ($5400)
-> Iash (1730) Refuelling base, 4 gas giants 1 PAX ($8100), 8 dTons ($38,400)
-> Kashni (1732) small mining colony, 2 Gas giants
-> Piileir (1833) Local capital, Bonary system with 4 gas giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
3 PAX in 3 Cabins.

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Kamgikiik, 28 Nov 2179, supplies 18100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,673,548

OK... Bradley and Kamgikiik   are short stops, but we take a small two day breather at New Titan before moving on.

In reply to Fate (msg # 163):

The fishing at New titan is indeed good, and there is plenty of cruises and fun at the resorts to be had. Looking for any merchants or going on any cruises?

-> New Titan (1726) Floating colony on water world, 4 gas giants 1 PAX ($2700), 8 dTons ($12,800)
-> Ekhugush (1728) Military Base, Binary system with 2 gas giants 1 PAX ($5400)
-> Iash (1730) Refuelling base, 4 gas giants 1 PAX ($8100), 8 dTons ($38,400)
-> Kashni (1732) small mining colony, 2 Gas giants
-> Piileir (1833) Local capital, Bonary system with 4 gas giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 2 Cabins.

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

New Titan, 08 Dec 2179, supplies 17800 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,680,848

Definitely looking for any cargo or folks needing passage to the places we are going...

19:14, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,4.  Merchant.
19:16, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,2.  Cargo     Ekhugush
19:17, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,1.  Cargo - next three systems.     Iash
19:17, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,4.  Cargo - next three systems.  Kashini

19:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax.    Ekhugush
19:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax - Next three Systems.     Iash
19:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  Pax - Next three Systems.     Kashini

We add a bit of sea food to the freezer and even Sdian takes a break and does some fishing ...  the boat knows where to go and when so fishing is pretty good, except for Sdian who just doesn't seem to have the knack.  He takes a good bit of kidding, but Nel makes it better later that night.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 166):

Make a fishing roll before you leave...or rather, do you just eat it all?

How big was that one, Nel asks. Is it getting bigger...oh wait, that is not the fish we are talking about...she is starting to get more round too, and that seems to set off the hormones. Much to your pleasure....

Suddenly she cramps. You call Ronny and he tries some herbs and rushes her to a hospital, but to no effect. By next morning, you are all aware she had a miscarriage. She is naturally very upset, and you all decide to leave this place and it's nasty memories.

[Private to Sdian McGuire: She rolled a 17 on the second Trimester HT...]

You are beginning to notice a pattern: Military bases are functional but terribly depressing places. This one is no different, though it is fairly large. Units of Kargash come and go, and there are a few larger ships around as well.

-> Ekhugush (1728) Military Base, Binary system with 2 gas giants 1 PAX ($5400)
-> Iash (1730) Refuelling base, 4 gas giants 1 PAX ($8100), 9 dTons ($39,800)
-> Kashni (1732) small mining colony, 2 Gas giants, 4 PAX ($18,000)
-> Piileir (1833) Local capital, Bonary system with 4 gas giants, 6 dTons ($25,200)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1 PAX in 1 Cabins.
2 Pax in 1 Cabin ($15,000)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
2 PAX ($3,000)

Ekhugush, 16 Dec 2179, supplies 17650 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,678,048

OK, Hug and cuddle on Nel... do not look relieved in any way, even if I am a little.

Sdian has no fishing skills... so it would be Hamish, the Diplomat or one of he others...


12:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,4.  Merchant.  no help again

I am very ready to start rolling all rolls at 3D6 -2

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 168):

Lol, save those rolls for damage and reaction rolls! I don't mind if you want to roll reaction rolls to ask about merchants instead. You catch a few fish under the guidance of your guides, and enjoy them while they are fresh.

Nel warms to your affection, and for now the pressing matters of three living toddlers helps her move on. It is Christmas Eve when you arrive at the refueling base, and there is a holiday spirit around. Apparently, some things are universal!

-> Iash (1730) Refuelling base, 4 gas giants 1 PAX ($8100), 9 dTons ($39,800)
-> Kashni (1732) small mining colony, 2 Gas giants, 4 PAX ($18,000)
-> Piileir (1833) Local capital, Bonary system with 4 gas giants, 6 dTons ($25,200)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1 PAX in 1 Cabins.
2 Pax in 1 Cabin ($15,000)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
2 PAX ($3,000)

Iash 24 Dec 2179, supplies 17500 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,709,948

Sdian is surprised to see that Christianity has spread here... but we join in the festivities and share some of our foods.


19:40, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,1,3.  Merchant


19:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax.
19:41, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,2.  Cargo - next three systems.

Did better with 3D6... no surprise.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 170):

Oddly enough, it goes by a different name, but the similarities are striking. They do sing strange songs and give gifts to each other, but the gifts are always food. Apparently a start of harvest festival. Odd, for a refuelling base, but strangely appropriate given the lack of food variety here.

The Next system is a mining colony, where the rest of your passengers are headed. You can trade food goods here as well.

What are the next three systems? We only have 2 listed...

-> Kashni (1732) small mining colony, 2 Gas giants, 4 PAX ($18,000), 1 dTon ($1400)
-> Piileir (1833) Local capital, Bonary system with 4 gas giants, 7 dTons ($28,000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Kashni 02 Jan 2180, supplies 17300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,721,148

11:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,4.  Merchant.

11:28, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,2.  Cargo - next three systems.
11:29, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.      PAX -  next three systems.


Piileir (1833) -> Haakhai (1935) -> Sabhaash (2036) -> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) -> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) ->  Khii (1902)


Having given Nel a lot of support of late, I make sure to spend a little extra with Luretha, so she knows I care...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 172):

Filling PAX most distant first, you do manage to get a full load of passengers, having to turn down the shorter trips. But then, Piileir is a major location. Luretha does appreciate the attention as well.

Piileir (1833) Local capital, Binary system with 4 gas giants, 7 dTons ($28,000)
-> Haakhai (1935) Small agricultural colony inside of 4 Gas Giants, 3 dTons ($4,200)
-> Sabhaash (2036) Large industrial colony, 3 Gas Giants, 4 PAX ($12,000), 3 dTons ($8,400)
-> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) Domed Mining Colony, 4 Gas Giants 4 PAX, ($30,000), 3 dTons ($12,600)
-> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) Small Refuelling colony, Odd Biology on planet requires masks, Binary System, 2 Gas Giants
-> Khii (1902) Refuelling base, 2 Gas Giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 Cabins, Ya'uiya-ko
2 PAX in 1 Cabin, Sabhaash

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
2 PAX, Sabhaash

Kashni 02 Jan 2180, supplies 17300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,740,948

We could have put 3 shorter  range PAX in the Bunk room...

We Move on, dropping off and picking up stuff on the way...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 174):

They were a group of 4 that wanted to travel together. Rolling to pick stuff up? Usual rolls...

Haakhai is a small agricultural colony that feeds many areas around. The high air pressure makes it uncomfortable, but in time they say you get used to it.

-> Haakhai (1935) Small agricultural colony inside of 4 Gas Giants, 3 dTons ($4,200)
-> Sabhaash (2036) Large industrial colony, 3 Gas Giants, 4 PAX ($12,000), 3 dTons ($8,400)
-> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) Domed Mining Colony, 4 Gas Giants 4 PAX, ($30,000), 3 dTons ($12,600)
-> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) Small Refuelling colony, Odd Biology on planet requires masks, Binary System, 2 Gas Giants
-> Khii (1902) Refuelling base, 2 Gas Giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 Cabins, Ya'uiya-ko
2 PAX in 1 Cabin, Sabhaash

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
2 PAX, Sabhaash

Haakhai 10 Jan 2180, supplies 17100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,736,948
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:56, Fri 18 Dec 2020.

Sounds like a good place to find cargo out bound, die roller permitting...

20:44, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,2,6.  Merchant.   No, it doesn't permit , Again.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 176):

Yeah. Such happens! Need to make the most of the good rolls. No reason you cannot look for 4-5 systems ahead.

Sabhaash is a heavy industrial colony. Gritty, but there is plenty of stuff available here...particular items could be purchased from factories.

-> Sabhaash (2036) Large industrial colony, 3 Gas Giants, 4 PAX ($12,000), 3 dTons ($8,400)
-> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) Domed Mining Colony, 4 Gas Giants 4 PAX, ($30,000), 3 dTons ($12,600)
-> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) Small Refuelling colony, Odd Biology on planet requires masks, Binary System, 2 Gas Giants
-> Khii (1902) Refuelling base, 2 Gas Giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
4 PAX in 2 Cabins, Ya'uiya-ko

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Sabhaash 18 Jan 2180, supplies 16900 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,749,148
This message was last updated by the GM at 20:40, Sun 20 Dec 2020.

Well maybe if they fix the die roller...

16:30, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 14 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,5.  Merchant.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 178):

I think others are getting all the low rolls, probably DnD players swearing at the dice roller! Ya'uiya-ko is a domed mining colony, which seems to be only marginally above prion colonies. Finding folk who want to leave is easy; finding folk who can pay for it will be another matter! Your passengers leave with some reluctance...

-> Ya'uiya-ko (2038) Domed Mining Colony, 4 Gas Giants 4 PAX, ($30,000), 3 dTons ($12,600)
-> Troy (Dagudashaag 1940) Small Refuelling colony, Odd Biology on planet requires masks, Binary System, 2 Gas Giants
-> Khii (1902) Refuelling base, 2 Gas Giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Ya'uiya-ko 26 Jan 2180, supplies 16760 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,783,548

My Merchant skills fall off and shatter


11:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 18 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,6.  Merchant.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 180):

You break and obscure law and are fines $10,000 solars, and asked to leave immediately! You hope Troy offers more promise! Troy is in the Dagudashaag subsector, and is no more than a Small Refuelling colony with odd Biology on planet requires masks, Binary System, 2 Gas Giants

-> Khii (1902) Refuelling base, 2 Gas Giants

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Troy 04 Feb 2180, supplies 16660 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,773,548

And I bet you want me to use that Damn die roller again...  OH!! Look! and almost normal number!


12:17, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,4,2.  Merchant.
12:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax - Next three Systems.
12:18, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,6.  Cargo - next three system

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 182):

You find a cargo merchant for the next few systems, though you can only take one of the 9 dTon loads, due to space requirements. Will also need the list of places to be updated.

-> Khii (1902) Refuelling base, 2 Gas Giants 9 dTons, $12,600

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Khii 12 Feb 2180, supplies 16570 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,777,948

We shuffle things around as best we can...  and load all the cargoe we can. [ I thought we could carry 15 dTons, which is more than 9 or 18 tons?]


Al Mansur (1904) -> Hypaethral (1906) -> Tinskeep (1908) -> Westminster (2009) ->Fema (2210)

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 184):

You can carry 24.5 dTons with the shuttle, but you have about 9 dTons of supplies, reducing your capacity to closer to 15 dTons. However, shipments often come in single deliveries, so they either want you to take the full load or not. I check in the background, rolling 1d+ or minus a bonus to see how many shipments the capacity is broken into. I can allow one shipment of 6 dTons to the next system...given it is just one jump.

-> Al Mansur (1904) Binary System, 4 GG, Mining colony in asteroid belt. 6 dTons ($8400)
-> Hypaethral (1906) Binary system, Regional Governance colony
-> Tinskeep (1908) 2GG, Large heavy Industrial planet, 9 dTons ($37,800)
-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural.
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Khii 12 Feb 2180, supplies 16570 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,777,948

Very well, we check for stuff out bound at Al Mansur ...


21:07, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,1.  Merchant.

21:08, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Pax.
21:07, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,4.  Cargo - next three systems

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 186):

Actually, noting food is now closer to 8 dTons...you can take one shipment. But the PAX i pairs is very convenient!

Al Mansur is a Mining Colony, and much more hospitable for you, with many couples seeking to leave, and some cargo to boot.

-> Al Mansur (1904) Binary System, 4 GG, Mining colony in asteroid belt. 6 dTons ($8400)
-> Hypaethral (1906) Binary system, Regional Governance colony 2 PAX ($5,000)
-> Tinskeep (1908) 2GG, Large heavy Industrial planet, 9 dTons ($37,800), 2 PAX ($10,000)
-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural. 2 PAX ($15,000), 8 dTons ($33,600)
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Hypaethral)
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Tinskeep)
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Westminster)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Al Mansur 18 Feb 2180, supplies 16470 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,778,148

Sdian coordinates with the local cargo master and succeeds in getting a little business.

10:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,5,2.  Merchant.

10:26, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax - Next three Systems.
10:25, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,1.  Cargo - next three systems.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 188):

Unfortunately, you have no cargo for this system to empty out, and you are full! Your two passengers disembark. This is a regional capital, and has a bustling amount of activity. The Diplomat is interested in heading off for a few days to discuss things with the local Governor.

Hypaethral (1906) Binary system, Regional Governance colony 2 PAX ($5,000)
-> Tinskeep (1908) 2GG, Large heavy Industrial planet, 9 dTons ($37,800), 2 PAX ($10,000)
-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural. 2 PAX ($15,000), 8 dTons ($33,600)
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Tinskeep)
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Westminster)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Hypaethral 26 Feb 2180, supplies 16290 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,774,948

Well since he is paying, we will sit and wait... any low volume high value cargo? Like jewelry or gems?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 190):

Roll at merchant, and if you succeed by 4 or more, roll d6 for higher value cargo that will pay double for tighter delivery times and armed security, as opposed to the usual result of more cargo or PAX.

In reply to Fate (msg # 191):

Nope... not even close.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 192):

The crew, including the ladies spend some time shopping (including some baby items) and updating wardrobes, liquor stores and armouries...Do you pay wages?

-> Tinskeep (1908) 2GG, Large heavy Industrial planet, 9 dTons ($37,800), 2 PAX ($10,000)
-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural. 2 PAX ($15,000), 8 dTons ($33,600)
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Tinskeep)
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Westminster)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Hypaethral 26 Feb 2180, supplies 16290 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,774,948

If wages are due, we pay them. sort of a given. Hard to hold back when we have the funds.

Wages are paid, and many folk spend time and money maintaining/upgrading equipment. Except for the Tyrells, who spend a remarkable amount of time doing maintenance and saving their cash. Though now at least you know why...

They talk excitedly about what they will need on remote planets...

-> Tinskeep (1908) 2GG, Large heavy Industrial planet, 9 dTons ($37,800), 2 PAX ($10,000)
-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural. 2 PAX ($15,000), 8 dTons ($33,600)
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Tinskeep)
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Westminster)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Hypaethral 26 Feb 2180, supplies 16290 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,143,948

Sounds reasonable, so when the Diplomat finishes his chats...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 196):

Being a years travel from the planet he represents, he does not stay to talk more than a few days. By the time he is done, everyone has done considerable shopping and returned to the ship.

Tinskeep is a heavy industrial planet that runs like clockwork. Perhaps powered by clockwork. There are laws about everything here, including humour! Your passengers depart and you offload your goods. Give me a roll (Target 12 or less) to avoid breaking some minor law...before the merchant roll.

-> Tinskeep (1908) 2GG, Large heavy Industrial planet, 9 dTons ($37,800), 2 PAX ($10,000)
-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural. 2 PAX ($15,000), 8 dTons ($33,600)
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX in 1 Cabin (Westminster)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Tinskeep 07 Mar 2180, supplies 16150 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,183,448

With this die roller?


19:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 17 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,5,6.  Merchant.
19:55, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,3.  Minor Laws.     Whew!

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 198):

Well, you manage to avoid breaking any minor laws, but do insult the local merchant guild in the process, and they refuse to even talk to you! You set course for Westminster, hoping or better luck there! You unload all, emptying all cargo and passengers...

-> Westminster (2009) 4 GG, Large Colony, Light Industrial and agricultural. 2 PAX ($15,000), 8 dTons ($33,600)
-> Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Westminster 15 Mar 2180, supplies 16030 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,223,848

Well lets see what Faux Pas we can do here...   damn Dice roller.

09:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,2,3.  Merchant.

09:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,1.  Cargo - next three systems.

09:43, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 4.  Pax.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 200):

Will need to list the next three systems, but the merchant here did not get on particularly well with the previous merchant, so he is very helpful for you, finding passengers willing to pay $3000 per jump and cargo for $1600 per parsec. You find 15 dTons of cargo, and 3 PAX for the next system 2 for the system after and 4 for the system after that.

Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.5 dtons ($16,000), 3 Pax, ($3000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, ($12,000)
4 PAX, ($36,000)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Westminster 15 Mar 2180, supplies 15880 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,234,648

That works, we do our best to make it worth his while to help us.



Next systems- T'saeis (2212)->  Mordor (2415) -> Xaff (2214) -> Bikaner (2615) -> Keevis (2816)

In reply to Fate (msg # 201):

So you invite him out for dinner? an extra $100 incentive?

Fema (2210), Binary system, 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, also large swamplands popular for for hunting.5 dtons ($16,000), 3 Pax, ($3000)
-> T'saeis (2212) 4 GG, Heavy Industrial 2 PAX ($12,000), 5 dTons ($32,000)
-> Freehold? 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, 4 PAX ($36,000), 5 dTons ($48,000)
-> Mordor (2415), Binary System, 2 GG, Refuelling colony, domed.
-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, ($12,000)
4 PAX, ($36,000)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Fema 15 Mar 2180, supplies 15880 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,234,648

Sure, why not, he has helped us a fair bit... we also ask for any knowledge  he has about other System Merchants onthe way.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 204):

You invite him out and have a nice evening, and he discusses local business. Most is not relevant to you since you do not intend on returning, but he gives you a good run down on the systems you are heading to...+1 on the next 2 merchant rolls.

-> T'saeis (2212) 4 GG, Heavy Industrial 2 PAX ($12,000), 5 dTons ($32,000)
-> Freehold? 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, 4 PAX ($36,000), 5 dTons ($48,000)
-> Mordor (2415), Binary System, 2 GG, Refuelling colony, domed.
-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, ($12,000)
4 PAX, ($36,000)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Fema 15 Mar 2180, supplies 15880 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,234,548

Might be worth the $100 ...

Meanwhile, ensure that Luretha is happy, Nel is happy and Jurelda doesn't feel left out.

20:05, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,2,6.  Merchant.  Certainly didn't hurt...


20:07, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 3 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 4.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
20:06, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,4.  Cargo - next three systems.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 206):

You find three hunters bound for Mordoor who do not mind the Bunk room, but also have a 6 dTon Grav vehicle they insist in bringing. Only 2 of the rest of the Passengers bound for Bikaner can be fitted aboard, and you have to cram a bit of stuff into corners to get the rest of the goods aboard. You leave quite full...

T'saeis (2212) 4 GG, Heavy Industrial 2 PAX ($12,000), 5 dTons ($32,000)
-> Freehold 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, 4 PAX ($36,000), 5 dTons ($48,000)
-> Mordor (2415), Binary System, 2 GG, Refuelling colony, domed. 3 PAX ($3000), 6 dTons ($16,800)
-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony, 2 PAX ($15000), 6 dTons ($25,200)
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, (Bikaner)
4 PAX, (Freehold)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
3 PAX (Mordor)

T'saeis 23 Mar 2180, supplies 15700 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,280,348

Off we go ...


19:18, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 15 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,6,4.  Merchant.   even with the +1adjustment we aren't going to do much... die roller sucks, and it's  mostly just in this game.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 208):

The Agricultural colony on Freehold is considerable, and a number of Passengers disembark, along with a Tractor you delivered. But you are unable to find the merchant. Perhaps you landed at the wrong starport...

Freehold 2 GG, Large Agricultural Colony, 4 PAX ($36,000), 5 dTons ($48,000)
-> Mordor (2415), Binary System, 2 GG, Refuelling colony, domed. 3 PAX ($3000), 6 dTons ($16,800)
-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony, 2 PAX ($15000), 6 dTons ($25,200)
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, (Bikaner)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
3 PAX (Mordor)

Freehold 31 Mar 2180, supplies 15500 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,356,148

Nothing new... on to Mordor

11:26, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,2,6.  Merchant

11:27, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 0 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 1.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
11:27, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 5,4.

Slightly bored with the whole thing at this time, he decides to work on getting Jurelda in bed.

He thinks she may be on the fence a little...

11:31, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  Body Language.  Well OK, I'll try it again with 3 dice...

11:33, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 6 using 3d6-1 with rolls of 3,1,3.    Body Language. Should be a 7 as I failed to clear the -1, but he still makes it by 5

so he tries to make a move

11:32, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6-1 with rolls of 1,3,4.  Sex Appeal.  Makes it by 1

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 210):

You find no passengers, and the cargo is too great to fit in your hold. Mordor is a planet with very thin atmosphere, and it does indeed seem hostile. Green skinned natives run around terrorizing the local Vilani refuelling colony, apparently capable of living in the low atmospheric conditions there.

Working on Jurelda, you arrange for a special meal and manage to convince her to a night of passion. The aftermath with the other ladies, however, is not so much fun. Nelly does not speak to you, and Luretha is calling you "Manwhore'.

Mordor (2415), Binary System, 2 GG, Refuelling colony, domed. 3 PAX ($3000), 6 dTons ($16,800)
-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony, 2 PAX ($15000), 6 dTons ($25,200)
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, (Bikaner)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
3 PAX (Mordor)

Freehold 31 Mar 2180, supplies 15500 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,367,748

Gee... GM didn't like that? ;-)

Actually want to bring her into the family group.
I spend some time explaining myself, Luretha seems to get it, Nel is a bit less receptive and takes extra time and pursuasion.

[Private to GM:  16:34, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,5.  Diplomacy - Luretha.  By 4
16:33, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 12 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,4,2.  Diplomacy - Nel  Missed by one, does extra time add any? ]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 212):

Just role-playing women as I know them! I have not met any that like the idea of sharing, though some may tolerate it for a time. Not usually when kids are involved though.

Unfortunately Diplomacy is one of the few skills that does not really benefit from extra time. Luretha drops her hostility, though is still a little colder, but Nelly maintains the silent treatment. All week...

Mordor (2415), Binary System, 2 GG, Refuelling colony, domed. 3 PAX ($3000), 6 dTons ($16,800)
-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony, 2 PAX ($15000), 6 dTons ($25,200)
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, (Bikaner)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
3 PAX (Mordor)

Mordor 08 Apr 2180, supplies 15300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,367,748

You have obviously not met a wide variety of females...  not a slam by any means, but my time in and around the military introduced me to some mind blowing situations and quite a few women who didn't mind sharing, some were sharing widely!
I won't make this a thread to get us in trouble, but believe me I have some strange stories and some that are much milder and closer to what I am suggesting on the space ship.  I gather the various Navies that have put women on their ships are also having similar issues. The USN tries to forbid everything, while others like the Dutch and Germans are more relaxed and just have rules limiting who, when and where ... not going to get into what and how thanks.

Anyway, Sdian carries on and treats each the same as if there was no issue, he invites Jurelda to spend social time with them too ( not intimacy, unless she suggets it).  Basically he is considering the first crew less Yung No who has shown other inclinations, as his family unit.

We look around for cargo and passengers, then move on to the next system.

10:41, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 8 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,5,1.  Merchant.

10:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
10:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,3.  Cargo - next three systems.

10:44, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,4,5.  Diplomacy - Nel. [Private to GM: Made by 1]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 214):

Ironically, we also have a more liberal approach in the RAN, limiting who, when and where, but relations are allowed. Just not on the same ship. Regardless, females still do not like to share. It causes a lot of issues, actually. Perhaps it is just the fact that it is forbidden that makes them willing to share in the US, IDK. But it was females in the military that I was thinking of!

Time for another list of systems, by the way. You leave Mordoor after taking on new Passegers and cargo, making a tidy sum on arrival at Bikaner.

-> Bikaner (2615), Binary System, 0 GG, Large Aqua-cultural Colony, 4 PAX ($16000), 10 dTons ($30,800)
-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony, 2 PAX ($10,000), 4 dTons ($11,200)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, (Bikaner)
2 PAX (Keevis)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
2 PAX (Bikaner)

Bikaner 16 Apr 2180, supplies 15150 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,406,348

Well the Ladies seem to have changed somesince I was in Sydney in 1968. They were rather aggressive and willing to take the other ladies date with no qualms.  I found one very attractive young lady, a definte 10 on he looks thing, but on our first date, she made it clear that she would jolly well sleep with whomever she felt like and her boy friend/husband would have no say in the matter. That was a bit more avant garde than I was ready for, so I let that one slide. There were several I was attracted to, but just didn't have the time to follow up.

I had a case in Germany when a General Support Turret Mechanic ran the gun up to full elevation, put a towel on it and dropped her Battle dress Trousers, putting out for the crew, one after the other. She was sweet and fresh as a Missouri Mule Fart and apparently was everyone's morale Support, unfortunately, she had a social disease and the Medics cam getting names and names of partners ... had three very embarrassed soldiers, especially when the other soldiers saw what the Female Turret Mechanic looked like.  She did fix the Turret problem though!

 Banjul (2818)  -> Hefei (2820)  -> Kamov (2822)  -> Peolanti (2824)  -> Shytek-Oberon (2826)

16:19, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 3,5,5.  Merchant.

16:21, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
16:20, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 2,2.  Cargo - next three systems.

Business seems to be dying off for a bit.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 216):

Oh, some have not changed. But the question here of OTHERS sleeping around is another matter entirely. Most do not like their partners sleeping around unless they also have other options, and here, you are the only option, other than Hamish and the Diplomat, who keep to themselves, Duran and the Tyrells, who are a closed shop...

Stokers, yeah, they have not changed. But they are not that common either. To get three women like that agreeing to share one man...better luck with the lottery! Stokers will go plenty of guys, but if they get serious with one, sharing really does become a problem! That is why such girls do not usually have a lot of close female friends!

You manage to find a few fares for the next colonies!

-> Keevis (2816), 4GG, Domed Mining colony, 2 PAX ($10,000), 4 dTons ($11,200)
-> Banjul (2818), Binary system, 2 GG, Domed Mining Colony, 1 PAX($2500), 2 dTons ($2,800)
-> Hefei (2820), 4 GG, Domed refuelling colony, 1 PAX($5000), 2 dTons ($5,600)
-> Kamov (2822), 4 GG, small agricultural colony with some industry, 1 PAX($7500), 2 dTons ($8,400)
-> Peolanti (2824), 3 GG, large colony, moderate colony, balanced industry with agriculture.
-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps.


Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1 PAX, (Banjul)
1 PAX (Hefei)
1 PAX, (Kamov)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Keevis 24 Apr 2180, supplies 14950 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,419,348

No clue what a stoker is in your jargon.  Still a guy who shovels coal here.
I gather it equates to what we would call "Easy" girls.

I would difer slightly, these women are locked up in a small ships for long periods with little oportunity for any action. So they either clam up like Nuns or go looking for the available other gender. I am sure that some hit a port and act like the men do... anything will do. But most of those with what we'll call upbringing and self control find a somewhat more stable relationship, which may be adapted to the availability of the other Gender. As you point out, it's Sdian or some other , perhaps less attractive , person. So I am thinking Sdian should expect to be busy and the other ladiesshould expect that he will be hit on with some regularity ... Sdian is making it clear that it will be limited to Nel. Luretha and Jurelda in his mind. Obviously any of them could take up with someone else, although that could also cause trouble.
Sdian's Logic is that these ladies came aboard and bailled him out of a spot, he wishes to treat them well and be there for them ... he is normal, so he is inclined to want a full on relationship. I would expect hat the other ladies understand, although Nel's being pissed off by it is not wildly out of line. Were it reversed and Sdian was female and the others male, I'd think it would still play out similarly EXCEPT she wouldn't be having so many Kids.

Anyway, Sdian still pays attention to all the children and all the women, especially the three he thinks of as family.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 218):

Stokers and the technicians and maintainers. Generally male, but some females who want lots of access to guys, and some females who are more technically minded!

Yeah, the kids thing is a big deal though. Men and women are not the same, so reversing the roles is simply not realistic. Once the ladies start having babies, the sharing thing gets the toss. Jurelda would be playing up in port, but the others, having given kids to you, would expect you to look after them. If they are ever wanting, as is likely to happen, they will expect you to fulfil their needs before adding to you harem. Given that you are trying to do that, that is well and good, but since Nel wanted another little one, well, she is pissed that Jurelda is getting it and she is not. Speaking of which, perhaps the makeup requires another HT roll.

Banjul is a small domed mining colony that is not memorable in any particular way...

-> Banjul (2818), Binary system, 2 GG, Domed Mining Colony, 1 PAX($2500), 2 dTons ($2,800)
-> Hefei (2820), 4 GG, Domed refuelling colony, 1 PAX($5000), 2 dTons ($5,600)
-> Kamov (2822), 4 GG, small agricultural colony with some industry, 1 PAX($7500), 2 dTons ($8,400)
-> Peolanti (2824), 3 GG, large colony, moderate colony, balanced industry with agriculture.
3 months wages ($189,300) due here.
-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps.


Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1 PAX, (Banjul)
1 PAX (Hefei)
1 PAX, (Kamov)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Banjul 02 May 2180, supplies 14800 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,415,448
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:40, Sat 16 Jan 2021.

OK, not sure if it is a success or a failure,  but we should be clear as Sdian was not trying to create children before a relationship was in place... and Nel isn't talking to me, so I expect she isn't doing a bunch of other stuff either.


19:38, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,5,4.  Merchant.

19:39, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
19:38, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 1,2.  Cargo - next three systems.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 220):

You did have a success with diplomacy with Nel, so she is talking again, and with some encouragement will do more than that. Especially if you are open to making up that way. Though the roll is not just for her...you did want to bring Jurelda into the family.

Well, with those low rolls, at least you have plenty of cargo capacity, though with separate passengers, you only have bunk space!

Hefei (2820), 4 GG, Domed refuelling colony, 1 PAX($5000), 2 dTons ($5,600)
-> Kamov (2822), 4 GG, small agricultural colony with some industry, 2 PAX($1000), 3 dTons ($9,800)
-> Peolanti (2824), 3 GG, large colony, moderate colony, balanced industry with agriculture.
3 months wages ($189,300) due here. 1 PAX ($1000), 1 dTon ($2,800)
-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps. 1 PAX ($7500), 1 dTon ($4,200)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX, (Kamov)
1 PAX, (Shytek-Oberon)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
1 PAX (Peolanti)

Hefei 10 May 2180, supplies 14650 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,417,848
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:01, Sat 16 Jan 2021.

Yes, I do want Jurleda involved in the "Family" too.
I'll give Nel what she wants (Not a sacrifice at all).


11:36, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 13 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,6,1.  Merchant.

11:38, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
11:37, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,2.  Cargo - next three systems.

In reply to Fate (msg # 221):

Need the next systems too...

You find much better demand on Kamov, filling the hold and the cabins. With the quarterly pay due at the next system, folk are discussing how they should spend it...

This serves as a welcome distraction for more personal matters, and the ladies are starting to settle down, though your sleep is getting shorter and shorter.

Kamov (2822), 4 GG, small agricultural colony with some industry, 2 PAX($1000), 3 dTons ($9,800)
-> Peolanti (2824), 3 GG, large colony, moderate colony, balanced industry with agriculture.
3 months wages ($207,300) due here. 1 PAX ($3000), 5 dTon ($8,400)
-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps. 1 PAX ($47,500), 5 dTon ($15,400)
-> System after? 5 dTons ($16,800)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1+4 PAX, (Shytek-Oberon)


On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
1+4 PAX (Peolanti)

Kamov 18 May 2180, supplies 14500 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,420,448

Dang, I did post the next planets... wonder what happened.   Sdian is happy to keep the girls happy. being youg, he can get by for a while.

Assume we will need to spend a few day at this next stop so everyone canget out a bit.


 Dothama (2928) -> Hiistan (3028)  -> Tagend (3030) -> Pinelette (3032) -> Pylon (3134)

In reply to Fate (msg # 223):

Lol, in order to avoid getting bogged down, I have kept things moving!

Peolanti is a large agricultural colony that has moderate manufacturing. There are plenty of bushwalks, and your two-year-olds are now wanting to play with animals at tourist farms. The passengers for Shytek-Oberon are happy to wait for a week given the tight schedule you have been keeping.

-> Peolanti (2824), 3 GG, large colony, moderate colony, balanced industry with agriculture.
3 months wages ($207,300) due here. 1 PAX ($3000), 5 dTon ($8,400)
-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps. 1 PAX ($47,500), 5 dTon ($15,400)
-> Dothama (2928), 2 GG, Large influential Colony, Diplomat wants to spend a few days here, 5 dTons ($16,800)
-> Romany (At request of diplomat instead of Hiistan), 4 GG, large Agricultural colony, wealthy
-> Tagend (3030), 5GG, Heavy Industrial Colony
-> Pinelette (3032), Binary system without GG, Domed Mining Colony,
-> Pylon (3134), 3GG, small tourist colony,

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1+4 PAX, (Shytek-Oberon)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Peolanti 26 May 2180, supplies 14300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,216,348

Sdian looks into getting some supplies if the are reasonable and good quality.

Two Year Olds? Already?  8-}

We check over the ship and do any needed Maintenance to insure safe travels.

OK, so I now have the three Ladies reasonably calmed down and feeling comfortable enough to express their feelings?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 226):

Hey, check out the birthdates, recorded in the Players Vessels!

The ladies are getting there, but probably need a little more smoothing. The Tyrells, ever saving, are glad to spend the time doing maintenance. Cost is $50,000 for replacement parts.

-> Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps. 1 PAX ($47,500), 5 dTon ($15,400)
-> Dothama (2928), 2 GG, Large influential Colony, Diplomat wants to spend a few days here, 5 dTons ($16,800)
-> Romany (At request of diplomat instead of Hiistan), 4 GG, large Agricultural colony, wealthy
-> Tagend (3030), 5GG, Heavy Industrial Colony
-> Pinelette (3032), Binary system without GG, Domed Mining Colony,
-> Pylon (3134), 3GG, small tourist colony,

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
1+4 PAX, (Shytek-Oberon)

On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow

Peolanti 26 May 2180, supplies 14300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,166,348

OK, Maintenance isn't much of a choice.
I did see, just a few months over two... Eeeek!
How old is Johnny, Luretha and Sdian's son?  Why is he a Setlock and not a McGuire?

How is the Food and such availability looking?

Sdian keeps smoothing...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 228):

I will have to chase up the birthday. Name fixed...we did discuss that. Just like reality, you blink, and they are a toddler. Blink again, and they are in school...

You still have about 7 dTons of supplies on board, though you could purchase more here if you wanted to. Quantity aboard is always in the last line.

Peolanti 26 May 2180, supplies 14300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,166,348

Understood, but the frozen meal worm burgers do get old, so fresh food is welcome. we can acquire enough for the time we are here and perhaps up to a week after we leave.

I do track the last line...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 230):

Cool. Sure, say $1000 for fresh food for say, 200 person meals that will last a week. That would tide you and your passengers over. $1500 if you want more luxurious meals.

Peolanti 26 May 2180, supplies 14300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,166,348

Not looking for luxury so much as good taste and food value for the growing kids.

Once we get everyone back aboard we head out for the next place...

11:41, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 11 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,4,2.  Merchant.

11:42, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 6.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
11:41, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 7 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 3,6.  Cargo - next three systems.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 232):

You only manage to squeeze in 5 passengers for Romany, plus 7 dtons, before you are full. Departing after about a week, you arrive at the swampy planet of Shytek-Oberon. It is well maintained, and actually surprisingly pleasant.

Shytek-Oberon (2826), Trinary system with 4 GG, popular swamp tourist resort. Many Bwaps. 1 PAX ($47,500), 5 dTon ($15,400)
-> Dothama (2928), 2 GG, Large influential Colony, Diplomat wants to spend a few days here, 5 dTons ($16,800)
-> Romany (At request of diplomat instead of Hiistan), 4 GG, large Agricultural colony, wealthy, 5 PAX ($7500), 7 dTons ($29,400)
-> Tagend (3030), 5GG, Heavy Industrial Colony
-> Pinelette (3032), Binary system without GG, Domed Mining Colony,
-> Pylon (3134), 3GG, small tourist colony,

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat


On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
5 PAX (Romany)

Shytek-Oberon 10 June 2180, supplies 14300 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,220,048

We move out the cargo and Passenger and look for any heading out...

13:45, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 3d6 with rolls of 2,1,1.  Merchant.

13:47, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 2 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 3.  Pax - Next Three Systems.
13:47, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,6.  Cargo - next three systems.

A Couple of good rolls there, pity I can't take advantage of all of it. Maybe some small high value stuff....

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 234):

You find more valuable cargos than before, and travelling further.

Dothama (2928), 2 GG, Large influential Colony, Diplomat wants to spend a few days here, 5 dTons ($16,800)
-> Romany (At request of diplomat instead of Hiistan), 4 GG, large Agricultural colony, wealthy, 5 PAX ($7500), 7 dTons ($29,400)
-> Tagend (3030), 5GG, Heavy Industrial Colony, 2 PAX ($15,000)
-> Pinelette (3032), Binary system without GG, Domed Mining Colony, 2 PAX ($20,000)
-> Pylon (3134), 3GG, small tourist colony, 10 dTons ($80,000), 2 PAX ($35,000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX (Pylon)
2 PAX (Pinelette)
2 PAX (Tagend)


On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
5 PAX (Romany)

Dothan 18 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

OK we spend a few days... everyone gets another little break.


Are you updating the CS or am i?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 236):

I have updated all sheets. Allergy has been replaced by susceptibility, and in the case of dust, a mitigator applies (a spacesuit), especially since most of your time in on a starship with artificial atmosphere.

After four days, the diplomat returns. Hamish, Duran and Yung-No however, are missing. They were due back yesterday, and were headed for a mountain hike outside the main city.

-> Romany (At request of diplomat instead of Hiistan), 4 GG, large Agricultural colony, wealthy, 5 PAX ($7500), 7 dTons ($29,400)
-> Tagend (3030), 5GG, Heavy Industrial Colony, 2 PAX ($15,000)
-> Pinelette (3032), Binary system without GG, Domed Mining Colony, 2 PAX ($20,000)
-> Pylon (3134), 3GG, small tourist colony, 10 dTons ($80,000), 2 PAX ($35,000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX (Pylon)
2 PAX (Pinelette)
2 PAX (Tagend)


On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
5 PAX (Romany)

Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

Do we have a good iidea of where they were headed, if so, we could use William's air raft to search the area for them, in case there is/was an issue.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 238):

Your idea was rather general, but yes, you do have some idea. The area is heavily wooded, though with little undergrowth. Since they were not part of any official tour, Local Militia have not been informed, so there is no search party.

Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

So overhead search would be of limited value?  We'll make a flight over the area looking for signs (Smoke, flags/clothing being waved, whatever).

[Private to GM: 15:09, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 5,3,1.  Search.Skill 11 ]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 240):

Scanners pick up a number of humanoid figures, but none that resemble the crew you are looking for.

We report them missing and over due, providing such information as wewere provided. Security goes up and Adian asks some questions around ...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 242):

Going through the official channels, you see the Militia are concerned. On pushing the matter, you find out there are small groups of Kimashargur who have been taking hostages recently, campaigning to remove restrictions on research. They may be targeting off-worlders to make their point. It is getting late in the day by the time this is all done.

Dothama 1800, 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

OK, we retire to the ship and talk, unsure of what to do or what we can do.  We do see if the diplomat can turn some knobs somewhere.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 244):

The Dplomat will take some time to get results, but he does find that the local militia are taking the case seriously. Some of you are here on diplomatic visa's after all. You find out that the militia have tracked the group to a hide-out somewhere deep in the mountains, a few days drive, where they are currently conducting investigations. It may be some time before they get results though. They hope you do not mind waiting a month?

Dothama 1000, 23 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

What choice do we have besides deserting them...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 246):

Conducting your own investigation? As you normally would if you lost friends in Africa or some other places like that?

Dothama 1000, 23 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

?? Really? I doubt I'd be conducting any such investigation, given cultural and language dificulties. Regardless, with everyone speaking Vilani, and the Diplomat involved, we will be very cautious to avoid stepping on toes in a foriegn planet.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 248):

Well, they are your crew, but even offering help to the local militia is not something you have even tried. If my friend was taken, I can tell you I would not give a crap about what the locals thought...But if you prefer just to leave them, your call.

Dothama 1000, 23 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

I thought we had offered to assist the militia... but elbowing into another places operations is a fine way to see their jails... or perhaps it is just the places we have experienced. Where I was, issues were handled at high diplomatic levels (above me) and you did NOT directly interfere.

This was the only post I can see where you dealt with them. I am guessing you travelled with the military...and yes, making it obvious is a fine way to see the inside of jails...but it is also a way to push things and get them moving. High risk, high rewards concept.

Or you leave your crew here. Not exactly something the rest of the crew are happy with.

OK, so my thinking and words didn't match, may I retcon and offer them such assistance as we can provide with our ships. I guess I figured they had their own ships or fliers...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 252):

Militias, like most law enforcement in frontier worlds, are usually under budget and undermanned.  They are willing to accept help, but only under the understanding that it may be dangerous work. They offer you a mercenary contract, though the pay is minimal...$1,000 per week per persons.

Of course, if it takes more than a week, the passengers and Cargo will start looking for compensation...and you have 11 PAX and 17 dTons of cargo.

-> Romany (At request of diplomat instead of Hiistan), 4 GG, large Agricultural colony, wealthy, 5 PAX ($7500), 7 dTons ($29,400)
-> Tagend (3030), 5GG, Heavy Industrial Colony, 2 PAX ($15,000)
-> Pinelette (3032), Binary system without GG, Domed Mining Colony, 2 PAX ($20,000)
-> Pylon (3134), 3GG, small tourist colony, 10 dTons ($80,000), 2 PAX ($35,000)

Captains Cabin (x8)
Nelaroi and Luretha
Yung No and Jurelda
Nursery
Diplomat
2 PAX (Pylon)
2 PAX (Pinelette)
2 PAX (Tagend)


On Shuttle Bunkroom (5/10)
Duran (Pilot)
Hamish
Ronny
William and Willow
5 PAX (Romany)

Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

Of Course ... but we see what we can do in the Short term.
I try to leave the Ladies out of any direct confrontational positions, but ship handling is something they are good at.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 254):

Naturally, though Jurelda is keen to mix it up, and Luretha is handy with a couple of pistols too.

Three Militia investigators come aboard to discuss what they know. They believe there is a secluded village up in the mountains they have tracked a radical group to, but they have been unable to gain entry to the village. It seems like some sort of extremist or religious cult training camp, and they seem disturbingly well equipped with hand weapons, including anti-aircraft missiles.

As far as they can tell, they oppose the Vilani Empire and imperialism, but it is hard to tell what they want.

1300 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

OK, But we can probably operate from outside the range of their AA Missiles.  do they have any known communication ability?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 256):

Standard Vilani communications systems, and storm rifles...the latter is a sarcastic remark added on by one of the investigators.

But the government does not want to roll troops into a 'civilian village because of, well, a poor historic precedent.

1300 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

OK, so we establish comms with them and let them know that some crew on a diplomtic ship is missing and it is becoming a potentially military problem to solve. If the crew is releassed un harmed, our diplomats can probably smooth things over before an Anakundu battalion is committed.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 258):

The range on standard Vilani comms means that you really need to send either the ship of the shuttle to get a bit closer. You are currently at the starport.

However, when the investigators hear what you want to say, they let you know that this particular group wants a battalion, especially an Anukundu one, to be committed to them. That would make many of them martyrs, and that Government knows that, and is trying to avoid that. That is why they say that they were targeting diplomatic targets.

1330 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

I had presumed we had taken off to fly overhead. But with that input we promptly drop that message.
So we need to make it clear they will never be heard. If they hurt the captives, they will simply become a nice mountain cemetary, never to be heard from again. Or they can release the hostages with their concerns and it can be delivered elsewhere.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 260):

Ok, so go over with me how you are going to deliver that message, and if you are removing the inspectors, who know their location approximately, first. You can either roll intimidation or word the message yourself.

1330 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

Why should we remove the inspectors? They have beena useful source of information,
We will fly well above and off to one side a bit, urleda gets guns to make sure anymissile fails to make it. we then send the message.

[Private to GM:  10:32, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 3d6 with rolls of 1,1,3.  Intimidation   By 6 by golly!]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 262):

Sure. The inspectors, being police, insist that you follow Vilani protocol and do not fire unless fired upon though, and do not use excessive force. But they are also witnesses in case you are fired upon, so it works two ways, and depending on what methods you have in mind, may be a help or a hindrance. Hence the question. Are you using the Shuttle, or the Ship? Both are armed.

It does not take long to find the location. You begin broadcasting the warning about military intervention if the diplomatic hostages are not released. Their response take a few minutes, but is broadcast by a couple of individuals on top of a mountain.

"Please send the troops. Show the universe how oppressive our government is. When hey start taking casualties, they will never be able to hide it."

As if to emphasise the point, a missile is fired, but Jurelda shoots it down, before gunning down those that fired it with the beam weapon.

1700 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:54, Sat 23 Jan 2021.

We'll use the ship, Having drawn fire, we look at (and use sensors on) the arrangement of buildings to see which are homes or inhabited and which may be storage of armed.


[Private to GM:  19:37, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 9 using 3d6 with rolls of 4,1,4.  Sensors.  by 3]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 264):

The fire has come from a ridge that is around the settlement. The settlement itself is nestled down in the valley, and when the sensors find nothing indicating a large quantity of weapons, the inspectors mutter that they believe the hide them in caves.

But your approach does draw more fire from different ridges. Jurelda shoots down three more missiles, frying the launchers as before, though at a cost. Her continued firing has caused the turret to overheat. She curses and rushed to the other turret, kicking Luretha out. Luretha, in the meantime, had been firing on a number of not-so-small arms emplacements...anti-material rifles! She claims to have taken out three as well, but the transformer that overheated served both turrets, leaving you temporarily without defences.

Since you are engaged in self-defence, the inspectors say noting, noting with some satisfaction the efficient with which your team works. William is already onto that overheated transformer...

1730 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:08, Sun 24 Jan 2021.

No, Duran is not present From msg 237 :  Hamish, Duran and Yung-No however, are missing.

We pull away for a bit , circling for better angles, but once things are back to normal, we close again and start destroying weapons, emplacements and any storage we can get to, we also look for the Caves. Not knowing where our crew is, is a concern, but when we think we know which are weapons caves, we launch a missle into one.

Do let us know when you are tired of playing a losing game ... we want our crew members back unharmed. They are the only reason we are not destroying the village.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 266):

My Bad. It was Luretha on the other Turret. Corrected.

You circle back behind the ridges, and William manages to sort out the transformer while you talk with them. Sensor detect a couple of unarmed individuals on the highest peak, with what look like cameras filming everything.

"Damn recording all of this. Still, they are the ones firing first, so their loss." the lead inspector curses.

You make another call to have your crew returned. The response is less than encouraging.

"Oh please land. They are in the centre of the village, the big hut back from the clearing. May be a few folk with weapons that do not like you, however, so I make no guarantee for your safety...or theirs."

Sensors do indicate a large hut, but surrounded by smaller huts with gatling laser installations.

Weapons back online, you approach the ridge once again. Sensors indicate this attack will be more organised and concerted, probably in an effort to overwhelm your turrets with sheer numbers.

1800 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

We use the peaks to block some of their fire and start cave busting with missiles.
I don't think we have all that many, but I presume a couple start to make the point.
I do mention the need for a military response to eliminate the resistance and seize the film and such.
I am sure they can squech any communications from this site and relocate the surviviors to another system.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 268):

You do not have the locations of the caves at this point, but with the turrets operational, the girls go to town firing at the incoming missiles. Seven are shot down, and Jurelda managed to take out two anti-material rifles, though Luretha missed one. An anti-material rifle slammed into the aft section and expladed, but was not able to penetrate the armour. Barely. Nelly is struggling to keep the vessel below the ridges to avoid the fire, but you suspect many will be reloading, and the turrets have been busy firing at the missiles, and the launchers went to ground. You counted seven launchers and three rifles, though Jurelda got two of the rifles.

Not sure what you are trying to suggest with these:



Are you calling for backup? The inspectors warn you that is is likely to be days, if not weeks, before the military will be mobilised.

You will have to land someone armed to seize the film. The inspectors suggest there are armed folk waiting for that move.

Sdian is Talking... he is no strategist and is not thrilled at risking his ship, but can't think of a better way. He again suggests they will get better mialege from sending the captives back out with messages to be released elsewhere, than by fighting a battle no one will ever know about. The films will never see the light of day.

He has Nel pull away and circle while they analyze the lay out for potential weaker points.

[Private to GM:  13:15, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 10 using 3d6 with rolls of 6,1,3.  Tactics.  by 1 ]

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 270):

You circle around, avoiding the lines of fire while the girls in the turrets continue to pour fire onto the sites there the missiles were launched from. Secondary explosions indicate at least three sites were hit, though it would seem that sensor picking up bodies at at least two others indicate more hits.

Despite your transmissions, they do not respond. Seemingly enjoying the punishment you are dishing out.

The numerous outlying huts are where the missiles were launched from, and two of the heavy rifles were there as well. When the girls hit them, bodies could be seen thrown out by the explosions. Some of the bodies seems very small...the inspectors winced, but your footage clearly shows these huts as being used for heavy weaponry very recently.

Willow, who has jumped on sensors calls out.

"That damn camera is transmitting! There is probably someone else recording, up to 100 miles away from the strength of the signal. No wonder they are ignoring you."

Unfortunately, she can find little else...

1815 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648
This message was last edited by the GM at 07:55, Mon 25 Jan 2021.

Broadcast on that frequency at fujll power... any noise, Fan, machine, whatever.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 272):

You begin broadcasting on that frequency at full power, when the suddenly all transmissions cease. From you. The power was overloaded, and Willow gets to work trying to repair the damage [OOC: Another critical failure, seriously?] It will be some time before it is fixed...

Meanwhile, the girls on the turrets really have their eyes in. Luretha targeted a slightly larger bunker on the outskirts, and there are a number of secondary explosions! What appeared to be a weapons storage facility detonated, and the explosions ripped through several nearby buildings, scattering bodies and debris far and wide. [OOC: Critical hit to balance the previous one!] They girls believe they have hit all the sources of missile fire and heavy rifle fire as well, having removed most of the small huts that were surrounding the large central hut (which is still intact) that the separatists were claiming housed your crew.

1830 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

OK, so were we able to upset the video send?
We fly out a ways, to fix things yet again...  anything from the barbarians below?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 274):

You probably interrupted the send briefly, until the transmitter went down.

But after the last blasting, things have gotten very quiet. There are a lot of wounded, and no-on is moving to help them. The Inspectors suggest if you could get down there, and get the cameras on the injured by being on the ground, they would unwittingly undo a lot of the sympathy they are looking for. Especially if you have a few medics amoung the responders.

Willow finally finds the problem and manages to fix it.

"Good to go again..."

William suggests using the Shuttle to actually touch down...

1900 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648

My concern is that they seem reckless with life. Nel and Ronald could do a lot of good down there right now...
What are Nel and Ronalds feelings?

I can fly the ship, William could fly the shuttle...

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 276):

If there were some cover, they would be fine. William is happy with that arrangement as well. The diplomat and the three inspectors are the only other available persons, however.

Nel and Ronny would be willing to go down with the inspectors as cover. The diplomat is willing to try to negotiate, but the inspectors tell him that it is pointless. They look to you for direction.

1900 Dothama 22 June 2180, supplies 14100 person-days basic food, consuming 90 person-days food per week, or 540 per 6 weeks, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200 for 2 parsecs), Cash: $10,228,648