37 PoD Iatehi! 05 Eng

Here is the session summary following the requested format:

Blood in Kteiroa and Genetic Gardens

PCs Present: Goran, Fermín, Pika, Nemo, Fomega. NPCs Present: Iller, Teau, Iki “The Wise” (mentioned), Toijol “The Brave” (mentioned), Jimmy (mentioned), Horrax (mentioned).

Major Developments in PCs’ Lives or the Campaign:

• Pika has managed to preliminarily divert the attention of a faction of the Aslan ihatei towards the Fantasy system, drawing them away from Drinax and the Western Trojan Reach.
• Goran and Fermín have established their physical dominance in the Aslan outlaw camp, earning the “respect” of the outcasts.
• An alliance between Aslan leaders Iki and Toijol is confirmed with the long-term goal of conquering Drinax.

Loose Ends / Pending Items:

• The fate of the human inhabitants of Fantasy in the face of an imminent Aslan invasion instigated by Pika.
• The pending meeting with Paloma in Pourne.
• The status of the repairs to the captured ships under Jimmy’s command and whether he will manage to join the fleet.
• The lie by omission to Horrax regarding the deal for the fighters in Blue.

Aggressive Negotiations at the Pit

PCs Present: Goran, Fermín. NPCs Present: Iller (Aslan outcast, “derailed,” addicted, toothless, and balding; archetype of the loser/cannon fodder), Various Aslan thugs (Archetype of drunk gang members). Location(s): Outlaw camp, outcast area (Kteiroa). Ship(s): None.

Scene Summary: While waiting in Kteiroa, Goran and Fermín decide to infiltrate the lower area of the Aslan camp to look for recruits or information. They make contact with Iller, a marginalized, drug-addicted Aslan, with whom they play cards to integrate. The situation becomes tense when about a dozen drunk and hostile Aslan surround them with the intention of lynching them. Far from being intimidated, Fermín consumes combat drugs and, together with Goran (who uses his tactical knowledge to position himself), unleashes a massacre. Using monoblades and firearms, they eliminate several Aslan and cause the rest to flee. Iller, impressed by the unleashed violence, changes his attitude and becomes much friendlier towards the humans, seeing them as strong warriors.

Interstellar Diplomacy

PCs Present: Pika. NPCs Present: Teau (Agent of the clans, Aslan diplomat; archetype of the pragmatic functionary). Location(s): Teau’s tent, Aslan Camp (Kteiroa). Ship(s): None.

Scene Summary: Pika seeks an audience with Teau, the representative of the clans, to try to manipulate the direction of the ihatei invasion. He argues that attacking westward would upset the delicate balance of power in the Trojan Reach, while expanding eastward (towards Fantasy) would maintain the status quo and be more beneficial. Teau agrees with this view, revealing that the Hierate prefers to avoid unnecessary major conflicts. They agree that Pika will act as an scout; Teau gets him passage on a merchant ship to go to Fantasy and gather data that will make the planet appealing to the ihatei.

Fleet Logistics

PCs Present: Nemo, Fomega. NPCs Present: Jimmy (Mentioned via message), Paloma (Mentioned). Location(s): Drinax and space route towards Pourne. Ship(s): Banshee (Harrier, Captain Nemo).

Scene Summary: Back in Drinax, Nemo and Fomega plan the next logistical steps. They decide to ignore Horrax’s request from Blue regarding the fighters, as the deal was not favorable. They leave orders for Jimmy to repair the captured ships and engage in piracy or join them when he is ready. They plot a shopping and supply route that will pass through Pourne, Pal, The World, and Borite, with the intention of meeting Paloma in Pourne to pick up illegal merchandise and technological equipment.

The Paradise of the Naive

PCs Present: Pika. NPCs Present: Aslan Merchant Captain (Merchant, ship owner), Inhabitants of Fantasy (Genetically modified humans, beautiful, simple, and primitive; archetype of “the noble savage”). Location(s): Jungle (Fantasy). Ship(s): Aslan Merchant Ship (Small freighter).

Scene Summary: Pika arrives in the Fantasy system, a world of low technological level and lush vegetation. He uses a drone and scientific tools to analyze the terrain, seeking to confirm that it is capable of sustaining an Aslan population. During his exploration on the surface, he encounters a group of native humans of extraordinary beauty (possibly the result of ancient genetic engineering) but simple intellect. Upon seeing how they react with childlike curiosity to his tools, Pika concludes that they are easy prey. He decides not to warn them and confirms that the planet is the perfect target (rich territory and zero defense) to sell to the Aslan, effectively condemning the local population to conquest.

Rumors of War

PCs Present: Goran, Fermín. NPCs Present: Iller (Aslan outcast). Location(s): Aslan Camp (Kteiroa). Ship(s): None.

Scene Summary: Weeks pass in Kteiroa. Goran attempts to manipulate Iller by appealing to his wounded pride to enlist as cannon fodder on the first ship leaving for war. Meanwhile, the most relevant political news in the camp is confirmed: Iki (“The Wise”) and Toijol (“The Brave”) have joined forces. They have sent messengers to their clans to gather a fleet with the specific objective of conquering Drinax, although the mobilization will take months to complete.