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RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 11-18-2023



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Halpert Kennedy
'\S/' Pulsar
The Navy infront of Zone 21


Not very often do I fly alongside our own pilots. Even rare again when they have to disappear for unknown reasons whilst in the middle of a chat. Bumped into this Navy guy in front of a minefield behind Norfolk. Had a chat about what their doing, about the Copernicus system, and tried to sell them my mapping data of the system. They mentioned that one of their own had suffered damage but obtained the same stuff we did about the system. Why do we even do this then?

During our chat they mentioned something - Alaska. I have no idea what this is. An LSF pilot came past saying the same thing. Apparently this Navy guy has to ask someone else to get details. Whatever. The laws say I can't fly in that place behind Norfolk and it's clear that Navy guy was guarding something. Another time, I guess.

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Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 11-20-2023



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Leon Vicci
Starfliers Research Complex
Ikarus Station


It's been quite some time since Sailas from Starlight has reached out to us. Last we saw of them was when they were expending their station in Tau-23. Making my way over in the Velorum, we noticed the station had the same shine and pristine look as last we saw it, except now it's been a handful of years.

Albert's research ship was barred from gaining docking access, however the Velorum's request was granted immediately. It seems Sailas or Starlight as a whole kept that access code open. Should thank them next I see them. The station's halls were mostly vacany, save for the quarters. The place was cleared out... I wonder what happened.

In any case, we have taken up administration of Ikarus Station until their return. With a few adjustments, we hope to bring in some traders to keep this place float. Though when it comes to the station's core programming, nothing can be done about the Zoner ID codes that have been permanently sealed into it. A problem for another time.

Ikarus Station is ours, and we hope that it can be an extension to our locked down station in Inverness.


Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 11-25-2023



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Albert McKenzie
'\S/' Velorum
Repairing De Marco's Jump Drive


Been a few years since we assembled our first Jump Drive. I still have fond memories of instructing our teams in Kepler to build the device. De Marco was quite thankful that they had received a one of a kind Jump Drive, however we received some very well earned technical experience.

Right now, however, it seems our drive wasn't immune to The Pulse. It had caused the drive within the Amalfi to not operate normally. We met De Marco within the outskirts of the Baffin System to perform an in-space repair. My protoge, Suarez, was very eager to do a space walk repair job. While having our conversation over short range waves, Suarez was busy repairing the drive's Quantum Stabilizers, leakages and receiving instructions on how to work with the Amalfi's 22-15C power distributor. Knowledge I will now need to obtain from Suarez. The drive was repaired, as best we can do whilst in space with limited resources, though De Marco has advised that they intend on putting the drive through a series of tests lasting 500 hours. I approved this, advising 700 to be on the safe side. It made me happy seeing the one of a kind Starfliers Rift-Jump Drive again.

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Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 11-27-2023



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Leon Vicci
'\S/' Velorum
Bastion's interest in Ikarus Station


Prepared a small load of crew members from Inverness for transit towards Tau-23. They'll be performing administrative duties for Ikarus Station whilst the bulk of our teams work back home. We'd received a ping from a group called Bastion, a group similar to us in the sense of being primarily a research focused entity. They seemed very knowledgeable and had an interest in Ikarus Station, having it become an observatory of sorts for the nearby "Baxter"-Class anomalies that have been recorded by us previously.

In any case, I have enabled docking access for them after a lengthy conversation. It seemed Starfleet themselves were interested in us, was hoping to keep this ownership a secret, but now they know we've taken over SLRC's former home base.

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Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 12-14-2023



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Leon Vicci
Valravn Citadel
'\S/'Sol Retrofit


The Sol was moored on our Research Complex for quite some time. This allowed us a great opportunity to study the internal space of the vessel and design a layout that would be the most efficient space for us to work within. Our "Bustard"-Class vessel, the Velorum, has never had it's internal structures changed to meet the more modern and involved times. With this new ship from Orbital, we can take our exploration and research operations to the next level.

Revenant asked us to bring the ship to the Citadel directly, despite my request to have it moored at Invergordon. Moving it into the drydock at the other end of Inverness, I can see why they had asked us to do so. Valravn has a smaller drydock, though the instruments and tools installed look way to sophisticated to describe. More specialized. I guess I should trust they know what they are doing. Bringing the ship into position, the docking clamp extended and depressurized.

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Over the next few days, many opportunities had come up to speak with numerous Technocrats. They all had this fire in them, working hard to make sure that the "Enterprise"-Class ship they see before them didn't only look good, but operated exactly to the specifications I set. There's a strong feeling that the numbers I have set were easily broken, allowing the ship to surpass the standard operational guidelines.

Revenant also supervised the construction. Though the enigmatic person that they are, didn't share much. The only piece of information I was able to obtain was about this experimental Jump Drive they had mentioned previously. One that had a faster generation time, but only allowed one ship to pass through before the walls of the wormhole collapses. On the holographic display, they pulled up the equipment that was installed. I was very happy with the result, suppose they are too. It's like the Starfliers version of their own liner, TRV-Scylax.
  • Designation: '\S/'Sol, with digital paperwork matching all other Starfliers ships
  • Hyperspace Matrix which is linked into the Starfliers Hyperspace Network
  • Dual Hangar Bays for "Draugr"-Class Freighters equipped with mineral extraction hardware
  • Large Cloaking Device to conceal both the ship and it's contents from pirates
  • A downsized model of Kishiro Technologies' Rift-Leaping Jump Drive installed
  • Cargo bay designed to hold extracted minerals and ores, not suitable for standard commodities


Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 02-04-2024



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Leon Vicci
'\S/'Fomalhaut
Champagne System


During my time in the Champagne System picking up Molybdenum for ALG, beautiful by the way, why don't we fly out here more often? I saw a strange formation of planets and moons around the sun. Planets circling up above and below the usual horizontal plain that we're used to in Sirius. Maybe something to check out and further explore? Image recorded is the only one I could capture.

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Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 02-17-2024



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Halpert Kennedy
'\S/'Pulsar
Alpha's Big Rock


Since the corridor within Omicron Alpha has opened up to us, I did a little bit of snooping on my own. Found this big rock, looks like it used to be a base of sorts? Lucky it was accidental and that none of the Maltese were around to see me out this far. Though, I thought it was a good idea on my second visit to bring one of these Maltese to this rock, and guess what? They already knew about it. Big thing, had a few pods laying around, a destroyed liner. I won't tell Orbital. Seems something like this is what Albert may be interested in. I'll send this little record over with the images I've captured.

At least this Maltese I flew with were okay with me being outside the corridor.

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Godspeed, Pilots


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - Multaan - 03-05-2024



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Muliah Taana
'\S/'Pyxis
Freeport 6, Tau-29



It has been three and a bit years since I last flew for the Starfliers, since the time I docked at our station and received the comm that would change my life forever.
My Father, back on Freeport 6, was dying.

Despite all the advanced nanotechnology, medical tech and chemical concoctions? The human race still can not make an affordable cure for cancer.
Oh there is one, but it is only for the rich and powerful. Us who live on the bottom, ekeing enough money out of each day to survive, we cannot afford the expensive remedies peddled by Cryer and their ilk.
At this juncture, I had expected to throw myself into my work, struggling to make any extra coin in an attempt to extend my Father's life or reduce his pain. However, it was my Father who prevented this. "Come Home" he told me, "Insurance has paid out for pallative care. The amount is enough to support both you and your mother for some time."
What was I supposed to do? My Father had made his choice and any attempt to change things now would revoke the insurance payments, placing us in crippling debt.
So I took unpaid leave and went home.

As the months rolled by and my Father still did not pass, I made a trip and handed in my resignation to Boss Albert. He looked me squarely in the eye and told me "Family comes first, take all the time you need, We'll still be here when you get back."
As far as he was concerned, that was the end of it.

My father passed last year, but the insurance payouts were still good, so I stayed to look after my bereaved Mother. The last few months, things have begun to settle. As such, I find myself becoming itchy, I have been dreaming of returning to space.
So I stand here, looking out the viewing window at the '\S/'Pyxis. It sits in the long-term storage at Freeport 6, looking strangely fresh and new.
The funny thing about Zoner long term storage is that they do it in a vacuum, so while you would imagine the ship to be dusty, stiff and unused, the reality is that it's basically in the same condition as it was when first stored. Except the fuel has been removed to prevent any radiation damage, of course.

It feels strange, looking at this little scoutcraft and wondering what I would find if I were to fly back to the Starflier base in today's times.
Would the grumpy old Halpie still be there?
Would Albert still have a place for me in his team of scouts and pilots?
Do we still do the same tasks we used to?
...Will I ever get the chance to fly again?

My comms are pinging, my Mother has finished with her appointments and wants me to collect her. I take one more glance at the sleek lines of the Pyxis, before turning around and walking away.
Perhaps I will get to fly one day soon, but that day is not today.


From the datapad of Muliah Taana


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - TheKusari - 03-09-2024



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Starfliers Internal Comms Record
Name: Leon Vicci, Location: Starfliers Research Complex
Subject: Retirement


Hello pilots. This is Leon Vicci.

As of a few minutes ago, I have resigned my position as the leader of the Starfliers. This day was slowly approaching, as I could see that this company has grown well past what I had imagined. From our early days in Kepler until now, we have accomplished so much. With my resignation, I wanted to say that I am proud of every single one of you. Your efforts performing your tasks have not gone unnoticed.

In recent weeks, you may have noticed that an "Enterprise"-Class ship has been moored on our Research Complex. This is not one of Orbital's ships, rather one specially retrofitted for our own use. It's called "Sol", named after our home system from way back when we lived on Earth. You may think of it as the Velorum two-point-oh. This is my gift to the Starfliers as I prepare my things to travel to Curacao.

In my stead, Albert McKenzie has taken on the role of leader. His expertise and familiarity with our processes and assets make him the most qualified person to keep the organization going. He has told me that there are changes coming to improve the efficiency of our work. With me gone, I do hope you welcome him into his new position and stay true to the Starfliers vision for the future.

This is Leon Vicci, my final sign off.

Godspeed, Starfliers.


RE: '\S/' Internal Comms - Multaan - 03-12-2024



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Muliah Taana
'\S/'Pyxis
Starfliers Base, Inverness



I knew my time to fly again would come, but never did I expect it to come so soon.
Leon has resigned and Albert has taken his place. From what I gather, this is not because he failed in any way, but because he felt it was time to move on. To be honest, the only times I ever had contact from Leon, was when I was accepted into the Starfliers and the time he showed me how we use the MRV's in the field.
Usually I reported to Albert or Halpie anyway, so not much has changed for me.

Not long after Leon's announcement I received an emergency request from the Starfliers.
Apparently, a Kishiro Barge was stuck in Inverness and needed assistance with co-ordinates to jump out of the system. I have seen massive Barges before when flying with the team and I recall how awkward it is for them to navigate. Without precise co-ordinates, they could end up inside a natural hazard and become stuck. Not only was I the closest Starflier to their desired destination, but I was the only one available who had the special equipment required to provide these coordinates.

As such, I had to quickly fuel up the Pyxis and get out there. The cost of getting priority service for de-mothballing and refuelling wasn't cheap, but the Starfliers paid it without even flinching at the bill.

Unfortunately, things did not go according to plan. Although I got the Pyxis launched in what felt like record time, it turns out that storage had not been kind to her. I quickly found that the engines weren't smooth and the shield was completely non-functional. Not to be deterred, I still headed out to the requested co-ordinates in Galileo and connected to the Starflier Network with my Hyperspace Matrix to prepare to upload my co-ordinates.

I now believe there is nothing more harrowing than sitting in between two clouds of Dark Matter in empty space with no-one inside comms range and no shield. I had to completely trust in the physical radiation shielding and my good luck not to get struck with some random debris that might penetrate my hull.

Thankfully, the matrix was working and I managed to successfully relay the precise co-ordinates to the Kishiro Barge, allowing it to safely establish a connection. I decided it was not worth risking my fragile and unshielded ship to an unstable temporary jumphole. So I decided to take the slower, but safer, trade lanes to Cortez. Pyxis was obviously not working properly and needed some attention, better to get it done at the Starflier Base, rather than pay the expensive Zoner rates at Freeport 6.

This however, brings me to the saddest news of the day.
I have since been informed that Pyxis had to be replaced. The old J3P 5S "Hayabusa" light fighter that has served for many years has been replaced by a new Renzu model and the obsolete parts are no longer available. Thankfully the core of Pyxis, the custom Starflier scanners, computers, navigational equipment and the matrix were all transferred into the new model with minimal problems; a fact that is surprising considering the more streamlined dimensions.

The Pyxis has passed...
[+]The Old Pyxis in Omega-7
...Long live the Pyxis.
[+]The New Pyxis - Mid Refit at the Starfliers Base

P.S. I am worried about my Mother and am calling her everyday, but she insists that I should stay out here and resume work. I believe she new that I was getting restless and doesn't want me to restructure my life around her. I'm not certain how willing I am to do that yet, she is all I have left.

From the datapad of Muliah Taana