63 PoD De compras
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Session Title: Logistics, Purchases, and the Divided Fleet
PCs Present: Lyra, Fenix, Clayton, Daijiro, Yaang-ki, Pika NPCs Present: Krrsh, Polona, Zerachiel, Giaquintos, Goizader, Jimmy (mentioned), King Oleb XVI (mentioned).
Main Campaign Development: The characters dedicate the session to reorganizing their resources after acquiring a second ship (The Maui). The group consolidates into a small fleet, dividing the crew between The Ginger and The Maui. A significant investment of community and personal funds is made to re-equip the characters with better armor (Cloth TL12), specialized weaponry (twin laser pistols), and to hire new crew to cover vacant positions. The strategy is decided to keep The Ginger as the “fearsome pirate” ship (leveraging Oleb’s ship’s reputation) and The Maui as a cargo/diplomatic vessel. The next established route is Drinax -> Hilfer -> Ergo.
Loose Ends:
- False Identities: Lyra wants to obtain false documentation, but the GM indicates this requires roleplaying or a “mini-adventure” and not simply buying it. It remains pending to define what exact identities they want (Blue? Borite?).
- Fenix’s Career Benefit: Nemo (Fenix) mentions a benefit from his spy career (secret identity/science equipment) that he did not note at the time. It remains pending to review his notes or speak with the GM to define it.
- Loot Distribution: Although a common fund is decided for now, the discussion about how future profits will be distributed (pirate parts system: Captain x5, Officers x2, Crew x1) now that there are two captains remains latent.
Session Gag: During the purchase of the custom twin laser pistols for Daijiro and Yaang-ki, the GM describes that when put together they form an image. They offer options: the wings of Sindal’s dragon, a face split in two, or… a foreskin. Juan (Daijiro) categorically rejects the foreskin option (“No, not foreskin”), provoking laughter at the absurd offer of Sindalite “art.”
Scene 1: Fleet Organization and Finances
PCs Present: Lyra, Fenix, Clayton, Daijiro, Yaang-ki, Pika Locations: Spaceport (Drinax) Ships: The Ginger (Far Trader, Captain Lyra), The Maui (Far Trader, Captain Fenix)
Summary: The group gathers in Drinax after their latest adventures. It is clarified that there were no major events in the previous session (where players were absent), except for the acquisition of the fief. Economic management is intensely discussed: although The Maui technically belongs to Pika (after Goran’s death), Fenix will act as captain. The future loot distribution is debated, establishing that for now a common fund will be used for repairs and equipment before distributing personal profits. The hierarchy is established, and it is confirmed they will go with both ships towards Hilfer and then to Ergo.
Scene 2: Shopping in the Drinax Market
PCs Present: Lyra, Fenix, Clayton, Daijiro, Yaang-ki, Pika Locations: Market / Spaceport (Drinax)
Summary: Paloma (Lyra) coordinates a communal and personal shopping list.
- Weaponry: Daijiro and Yaang-ki order a pair of twin laser pistols (which form a drawing when put together) for 15,000 credits. Fenix buys armor-piercing ammunition for his rifle and laser sights.
- Protection: Cloth (Synth-silk) armor of TL12 is purchased for almost all PCs and one extra for Krrsh. These are high-tech, lightweight armors that can be worn under clothing or vacuum suits.
- Technology and Miscellaneous: Bugs (TL11 spy microphones/cameras), long-range radio transceivers (for ship-to-ship communication on the surface), expert software (Astrogation, Combat), and a laser ring for Yaang-ki are acquired.
- Medical: Medikits, trauma packs, and anti-radiation drugs are restocked.
Scene 3: Crew Recruitment and Assignment
PCs Present: Lyra, Fenix, Clayton, Daijiro, Yaang-ki, Pika NPCs Present: Polona (Pilot, Young novice), Zerachiel (Engineer), Giaquintos (Marine/Muscle), Goizader (Gunner, 18 years old). Locations: Spaceport (Drinax)
Summary: Having two ships, the group needs to cover vacant positions. They decide to hire four new crew members (generic NPCs for now, possibly novices from Drinax).
- For The Ginger: A Gunner (Goizader) and an Engineer (Zerachiel) are assigned.
- For The Maui: A Pilot (Polona) and a Marine/Muscle (Giaquintos) are assigned. The PCs are distributed between the ships (Pika, Fenix, and Yaang-ki on one; Lyra, Clayton, and Daijiro on the other, although the exact distribution varied during the conversation). The new crew members are equipped with ballistic vests and basic weapons from the ship’s arsenal.
Scene 4: The Fleet’s Image
PCs Present: Lyra, Fenix, Clayton, Daijiro, Yaang-ki, Pika Locations: Interior of the ships (Drinax)
Summary: Lyra raises the question of whether they should conceal or paint The Ginger’s hull to cover the “redhead” image and avoid being recognized as pirates. Fenix and the group debate the utility of intimidation. They conclude that it is beneficial for The Ginger to maintain its appearance to earn a reputation as “Fearsome Pirates” (making it easier for targets to surrender without a fight), while The Maui will maintain a lower profile as a cargo or diplomatic vessel. They prepare to jump to the Hilfer system in the next session.