We get the book they get to see out ... obviously it doesn't have a lot of less recent places listed and quite a few places that we haven't been to very recently within Vilani territory listed instead.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 925):

So what does the book/computer say for the last 3 months?

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

Travel from shulishich to Lemrukiri and then down to Sukun and to here with stops to deliver cargo and passengers. The last entres are valid of course.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 927):

Ok, so you were at Garaanis on 29 Mar 2182.

Assumed path as follows? Please put in dates/corrections/detours. Remember, bigger locations have more complete, and more complex, records.

Garaanis on 29 Mar 2182.
False log
Lemrukiri
Lashish
Nagunshmure
Shuurashana
Kanumshika
Gikir
Sukun

Actual log
Dzosuiken, 28 Feb 2183,
Kamuukshar, 07 Mar 2183
Sukun 14 Mar 2193
Entry Removed/replaced?
Kanuukshar 14-25 Apr 2183
Shaalgar 02 May 2183
Enelden 09 May 2183

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000

We will also ask if they have corgo or people they need to move around some.

The shuttle docks, and two teams get out. Two members head to the bridge to inspect the logs, while three members start to investigate the ship, looking for contraband. Rather than the usual half-hearted customs inspection, you immediately get the feeling of a serious military inspection by men who feel that their lives might indeed be threatened.

With good reason. They report of an attack some months ago that destroyed many ships and cost many lives, and they know of a large Terran fleet just one 2 parsec jump away. You get the impression they are very nervous as they go through the ships logs.

The second team of three, meanwhile, quickly recognised that this was not a standard Hero. The guns were an immediate giveaway. They start looking through panels, looking for false bulkheads...you are concerned that without a distraction they may actually find something. But Sdian is busy on the bridge with the first team...

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

And Nel is with me, but Jurelda and others are in back. Likely the first load of children they have seen in a while. Children can be a serious distraction with a lot of questions.

Yes, we are armed, as we have been attacked by pirates and criminal gangs, not that there is much difference.

We show them our various licenses and authority to act  as police in several sectors.

Bonny lurks protectively around 'her' equipement, happy to help, overtalk and hopefully bore that visitors to death so that they go away. She polishes whereever one of them has been leaning or touching but isn't so careful about not getting oil on them.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 931):

The inspectors on the bridge are impressed by the mercenary licences, but noting where they were issued, ask why you left the region to find work.

The three investigating bulkheads do find the children distracting, and turn instead to Bonny to take them down into the engine spaces. There are smugglers panels there you know about with the Terran mainframes...

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

Well we were tired of doing all the dirty work and then having the official forces come in and take all the credit, so we went back to trade as a way to make money. Fewer of our people get hurt or killed this way and as you don't know, we have a bunch of our children back there.



I'll have to leave the back to Jurelda and Bonnie.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 934):

Jurelda quietly asks them about the search warrant. They produce a document from the military, which, to their surprise, she reads through. Then she starts asking some difficult technical legal questions which unnerve the inspector in charge.

She is then able to convince him that removing panels in the engine room is dangerous, and therefore risking their health for legally questionable reasons was not warranted.

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

bonny looks in admiration at Jurelda, thinking, "Damn! That girl has a clever mouth!"

In reply to Jurelda Cabeceira (msg # 935):

The inspectors are clearly nervous, and turn to Bonnie and ask for her to get the Engineer to come and explain how they can safely execute their search warrant.

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

Bonny points at Jurelda and says, "That's the person. She's first engineer."

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OOC: From a chronological perspective Bonny is correct.

In reply to Bonny Taching (msg # 938):

The words 'But she's a woman ' were not actually spoken, but understood by all. Instead what the uncomfortable inspector actually said was

"But is it safe with all these kids around?"

Jurelda laughed, and pointed out that the children made it even more important to have the radioactive equipment behind bulkheads lined with lead on the other side.

The point seemed valid enough, and no more arguments were forthcoming. The inspectors moved on to the cargo bay, where all legitimate cargo with legitimate and authentic paperwork made the rest of the inspection straightforward. After half an hour, they returned to the bridge to report all clear.

The team on the bridge, finding nothing out of order, directed you to land at the planet, as there were few non military merchants willing to risk this system. They then got ready to depart.

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

Sdian gives them a Wilco... sees them off and then moves to comply at less than stellar speed. It is a Hero after all.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 940):

Just 5,000 miles in diameter, the planet has 90% of its surface coveted by water. The high humidity is uncomfortable away from the temperate zones, with fungi spores making the air breath.

You slowly make your way to the planets surface, your scanners picking up debris from a battle a few years ago still locked in an orbit about the planet. From the size of the debris field, they have good reason to be nervous.

The starport is on a larger island in temperate waters. You land in a valley where several turrets overlook from the hilltops. It has all the feel of an active military base.

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

We land and start talking to the local Merchant coordinator.
Looking for cargo and personnel, to any nearby location.
We of course would like to visit Nunashi or Sikigi...

12:17, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 1 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 2.  Personnel.
12:16, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 4,2.  Cargo.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 942):

You find a logistics officer being transferred to Nunashi, along with his vehicle and personal effects, for $10,000. Roll again for Sikigi.

Iishu, 17 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 17/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

Not a ton of money, especially after costs, but we'll take it.


13:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 4 using 1d6-1 with rolls of 5.  Pax to Sikigi.
13:24, Today: Sdian McGuire rolled 5 using 2d6-2 with rolls of 6,1.  Cargo to Sikigi.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 944):

Nunashi is just one jump away. Sikigi is further, and for a group of 5 junior sailors being transferred with 5 dTons of personal effects they will pay $50,000.

Iishu, 19 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 8/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

1 Pax with 4 dTon of cargo for Nunushi, $10,000

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

That seems much more favorable. Can they give us a letter or something so the other planets defensive forces see us as friendly?

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 946):

"Of course. A letter detailing the job will be provided.

The commander of the group for Sikigi and the gentleman for Nunushi will also be given sensitive documents to deliver. Their privacy must be respected, understand?"

Iishu, 19 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 8/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

1 Pax with 4 dTon of cargo for Nunushi, $10,000
5 PAX with 5 dTons of personal effects for Sikigi, $50,000

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.

Absolutely, we never go into a passengers things, we may move them just to keep them safe or out of the way.

In reply to Sdian McGuire (msg # 948):

"Good. Under what circumstances would you move them? Once assigned cabins, they should not move..."

The agreement made, the letter is provided and the goods loaded. Two will want proper cabins, but the other 4 can have bunks. Who is where?

Iishu, 19 May 2183, supplies 8,700 person-days basic food, consuming 200 person-days food per week, usual starship fees $5000 + $3200, Cash: $5,438,986. Spare Cargo space: 8/18

Cargo: 2000 doses of Kulikasu and Ushkiirga, and 1,000 doses of Urshaggim.

1 Pax with 4 dTon of cargo for Nunushi, $10,000
5 PAX with 5 dTons of personal effects for Sikigi, $50,000

Job for the Terran navy to scout out the forces at Iishu, Nunashi, Sikigi, Dzosuuken and Eneldun by May 2183. $500,000.