I received the engineering report today, they said that my ship hasn't been taken care of in years, the hull was intact however it was a civilian ship and they cannot guarantee hull integrity with all the multiple gun impacts that a smuggler go through during a mission, also, they said that the auto navigation & docking in lanes electronics were failing and would need a reset often when not working properly, which I already knew.
Because KKJ needed supplies, I discussed with the engineer in chief to take responsibility of my own ship and fly in it. He said as I came from New Tokyo to here, I might be able to handle things, however, the ship will have another supervision by the end of the upcoming mission.
The contract was to Deliver 3400 Plasmonics Metamaterials to Kinkaku-Ji
The flight was tedious, I knew that Kusari border guards were known to be tough but I did not expect them to breach my shield multiple times and shake my hull. I hit my head when a pulse landed right on the cockpit, I had a concussion from the impact as I didn't have my helmet. So I turned away my ship and set it on cruise to the closest jump hole. I then used that time to find use of my first aid, glad that I used to bandage a lot of my chrysanthemum daughters during their escape from the police.
After bandaging myself, it was time to keep going, the shots stopped only when I arrived to Bretonia, god I wonder what happened there but everything was a wreckage ! I don't recall Bretonia to be like this when I visited it being younger. Once docked in Dublin, I had the engineer take a look at my ship and he asked me to stay some days because the hull was cracked.
I obviously refused. Kusari forces have spies everywhere and I cannot trust anyone, so I accepted to spend one night there while they quickfix at least the bridge, they told me it should hold for my trip back but I had to be extra careful.
Knowing where the most dangerous intersections were, I avoided them and beside some small hits it was easy, I am not that old after all ! Then, I went to Kinkaku-Ji and unloaded my cargo. I think I lost some of my cargo during the way with the breach that was left in the cargo area of the ship, so I quickly hopped back to Dublin and got the remaining 75 that slipped off the breach, if only you saw the face of the engineer when he saw me coming back.
I am now heading back safely to Ainu, I cherish all the life in that small base. I consider myself very lucky to live long enough to see all those girls with the bravery I never had at their age.
In short, it was tough, but no enemy ships encountered. Mission accomplished.
Your ship indeed looks... outdated to say the least. I thought you wanted to take that ship to the safer routes, not all the way to Bretonia.
Glad you survived.
The ship is being patched up, but I would recommend to you to aquisition a newer model. One that doesn't fall apart when you sneeze at it. Outdated ships like that are not the kind that you will want to bring past the borders. They serve more for basic supplies between stations.
These are the ships I will be recommending to you:
The J90P - 54HT "Big Dragon" Kusari Transport
This is the main workhorse that the Golden Chrysanthemums use. It is small, well maneuvering, and it is equiped with a cruise disruptor to intercept other ships. What it lacks in armor and firepower, it makes up by its size and versatility.
The K7: P-19T "Akegata" Kusari Container Transport
These are literally the monsters amongst transports when you take the time to prepare them for it. With their 16 guns, they shred any ship that attempts to stop you. Its downside is its size, but it handles well. This ship is unsuitable for piracy with its lack of a cruise disruptor. This ship will give you the best raw firepower available on a transport.
The Outcast "Aspis" Battle Transporter
Built by the Maltese, the Aspis is designed to be better armored than the akegata, but its lack of weapons is made up by its ability to mount 3 heavy turrets instead of the Akegata's 2. This is the best defensive ship we have available for you
You endangered not only yourself, but also your crew. Nothing stopped you from requesting a proper escort outside of Kusari space. If you want to risk lives by flying a piece of junk into hostile space, become a Junker in New Tokyo. Get yourself and your crew looked at by a medical officer.
First Communication's Officer, Ikeda Yume Gen'an Chrysanthemums
Subject:Report 16-12-827 | Cardamine Journey - Part 3
Viewing Report
Konnichiwa, sisters:
It is a great pleasure to announce that we have completed our part of the bargain, for the Storta Destroyers and the deal with Hispania Imperial. For this set of trips I wanted more cargo space, to ensure efficiency in this last journey, so I had to acquire a lighter version of armor plating. Each trading cycle consisted of 3,730 units of Cardamine, and the last one 3,225 units; reaching a total of 21,875 units of Cardamine.
In total, we have delivered 100,000 units of Cardamine in Rochester. The Matriarch will be satisfied by our actions; Gen’an Cell is getting strong each day and this is proof of it.
As a side note: Oh Amaterasu! Did I do something so wrong in the past to deserve this? Today, during one of the travels, I was intercepted by a couple of Kusari naval officers in New Tokyo, extravagant designations: Kusari_Force and Kusari_Forcesv2. I must say, their militaristic jargon was beyond my comprehension; so I just stopped in the first trade lane I got in front of me and entered before they could even reach me, successfully escaping from this…interaction. (Log 1)
[16.12.2020 16:31:46] Kusari_Forcesv2: Itachi:oh what do we have here
[16.12.2020 16:31:59] GC-Asakaze: A: Konnichiwa, Force.
[16.12.2020 16:32:11] Kusari_Forcesv2: Itachitop your engien
[16.12.2020 16:32:14] GC-Asakaze: A: None of your business.
[16.12.2020 16:32:16] Kusari_Force: Stop pls
[16.12.2020 16:32:30] GC-Asakaze: A: Ok, I will stop.
[16.12.2020 16:32:41] Kusari_Forcesv2: Itachi:unlawfull huh+
[16.12.2020 16:32:53] GC-Asakaze: A: Sayonara.
//Escaped
[16.12.2020 16:32:55] Kusari_Forcesv2: Itachi:hmmm
[16.12.2020 16:33:37] Kusari_Forcesv2: Itachi:okay we have free fire
I understand your point of view, nevertheless, it is not by drinking in the bar that the shipments get done, I felt the need to do something about our needs and I helped with what I had. I always believe that those who claim not having the correct tools to do something are just finding excuses not to do it.
I would like to thank you for your help and suggestions, instead of stopping me from helping, you suggested me a better tool to accomplish my mission. Thank you for your trust.
I have seen an Akegata once, it was... monstrous, it looked more like a combat ship rather than a transport, in other words, I really loved it. Also, I have heard that it cuts through fighters and even gunboats like a knife in butter.
I am too old to be an active fighter, but I feel that with this ship, my crew will have more than enough to destroy anything that could come in our way when we are doing shipments.
In other terms, I will be glad to get an Akegata, I hope my sisters will help me set it up. will also register my crew for a training on this ship this evening.
Just promise me that you take good care of her. We do not have a large number of them and they are not immortal.
Kinkaku-ji is currently undergoing large scale constructions, so in return for assigning one of our Akagatas to you and your crew, we do expect you to support the transporting of raw materials to our Shrine Base.
Good luck Ishii-san.
First Communication's Officer, Ikeda Yume Gen'an Chrysanthemums
Sada Aeru has been promoted to Shinibana rank. Her devotion to the cause on multiple fronts and her combat abilities, have not gone unnoticed. May Amaterasu Okami guide your path.
First Communications Officer, Ikeda Yume Gen'an Chrysanthemums
Since my escape from planet New Tokyo and my beginnings as a Golden Chrysantemum member, I did not fully comprehend the scope and repercussions this would bring to my life. I rationalized it, making a step beyond without further question, expecting to be alive the next day, and the next one, until my energy fails and I “simply” die for a good cause…but now that I have lived through the Gen’an Cell, I am feeling completely fulfilled; not only with a purpose but also happy for being in something greater than myself.
I appreciate the recognition that has been put upon me, and I will do whatever it is necessary to deal with the new challenges that come with my new rank.
Mayumi Risako has been selected to undergo the initiation rites to become a Yūrei. We hope you will live up to the promise you have shown earlier and continue your studies. May your aim remain true.
First Communications Officer, Ikeda Yume Gen'an Chrysanthemums
Kinoshita Kumoko is currently MIA. Her operational status has therefore been changed to inactive pending further intel on her whereabouts. Any leads to her current location, alive or dead, must be reported to an officer immediately.
First Communications Officer, Ikeda Yume Gen'an Chrysanthemums
I found a Coalition pirate transport, carrying sake and some propaganda, in Hokkaido and chased it into Kyushu. I forced them to commit capitalism right infront of me just for laughs.
I remember when the Coalition tried to set up shop in Kyushu a while ago, so I wanted to make them sweat a little and let them know who is in charge here. I think they understand. The captain left some propaganda for us, but I destroyed it before heading back to base.
It is interesting to see how quickly they abandon their ideals when I have my guns aimed at them.
[21.12.2020 20:56:31] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Well well
[21.12.2020 20:56:33] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Comrade, you missed.
[21.12.2020 20:56:52] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I wont next time
[21.12.2020 20:57:04] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Likely not.
[21.12.2020 20:57:07] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Perhaps you will.
[21.12.2020 20:58:17] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I am the shark of these waters
[21.12.2020 20:58:23] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Hm.
[21.12.2020 20:58:27] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Did you want Sake?
[21.12.2020 20:58:38] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I just smell credits
[21.12.2020 20:58:41] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Or perhaps I can interest you in some light reading.
[21.12.2020 20:58:53] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: And people who I thought we removed last time from Kyushu
[21.12.2020 20:59:06] RN/-SF-Novgorod: I do not understand.
[21.12.2020 20:59:14] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: coalition
[21.12.2020 20:59:22] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Perhaps news of the glorious revolution has not reached you yet.
[21.12.2020 20:59:24] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: We have a history
[21.12.2020 20:59:57] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Ill just go all capitalist on you
[21.12.2020 21:00:03] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Just to make you suffer
[21.12.2020 21:00:03] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You are a capitalist pig-dog?
[21.12.2020 21:00:14] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Indeed
[21.12.2020 21:00:18] RN/-SF-Novgorod: I see.
[21.12.2020 21:00:23] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Now tell me
[21.12.2020 21:00:23] RN/-SF-Novgorod: It is not too late for you, comrade.
[21.12.2020 21:00:35] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: How much will you pay me to survive?
[21.12.2020 21:00:43] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Pay you?
[21.12.2020 21:00:45] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: You better stop
[21.12.2020 21:00:47] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Comrade, you assume I have money.
[21.12.2020 21:00:53] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I will not tell you again
[21.12.2020 21:00:59] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You did not tell me a first time.
[21.12.2020 21:01:05] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I did now
[21.12.2020 21:01:17] RN/-SF-Novgorod: I can offer you some sake, or some reading materials.
[21.12.2020 21:01:28] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You can spread news of the glorious revolution.
[21.12.2020 21:01:41] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: That wont cover the fuel you made me expend
[21.12.2020 21:01:50] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Or the cruise disruptors
[21.12.2020 21:01:52] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Da, fuel is not cheap.
[21.12.2020 21:01:59] RN/-SF-Novgorod: But you must understand I did not make you do anything.
[21.12.2020 21:02:03] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You are a free woman.
[21.12.2020 21:02:05] RN/-SF-Novgorod: With a free will.
[21.12.2020 21:02:10] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I know this
[21.12.2020 21:02:21] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Then this course of action is entirely your doing.
[21.12.2020 21:02:30] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: It is
[21.12.2020 21:02:33] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Thank me later
[21.12.2020 21:02:53] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Perhaps choose richer targets next time, da?
[21.12.2020 21:02:59] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: So how about it... 4 million credits
[21.12.2020 21:03:07] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Million?!
[21.12.2020 21:03:11] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Yes
[21.12.2020 21:03:12] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You have some nerve.
[21.12.2020 21:03:18] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I know
[21.12.2020 21:03:21] RN/-SF-Novgorod: I am just a humble alcohol trader.
[21.12.2020 21:03:36] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: So you make money no?
[21.12.2020 21:03:41] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Capitalism
[21.12.2020 21:03:43] RN/-SF-Novgorod: This is all for the revolution.
[21.12.2020 21:03:49] RN/-SF-Novgorod: This ship is not mine, the cargo is not mine.
[21.12.2020 21:03:52] RN/-SF-Novgorod: It belongs to the people.
[21.12.2020 21:04:04] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You understand?
[21.12.2020 21:04:08] RN/-SF-Novgorod: This is Communism. Glorious!
[21.12.2020 21:04:19] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Keep your revolution out of Kusari. That way you dont have to fund our revolution
[21.12.2020 21:04:42] RN/-SF-Novgorod: My revolution is not in Kusari.
[21.12.2020 21:04:49] RN/-SF-Novgorod: But the people do like your alcohol.
[21.12.2020 21:05:02] RN/-SF-Novgorod: I am paid in food vouchers. Perhaps you want some?
[21.12.2020 21:05:10] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: You tried to bribe me with your commie propaganda
[21.12.2020 21:05:13] CONSOLE: Possible cheating detected: Shadow.Runner
[21.12.2020 21:05:37] RN/-SF-Novgorod: You are still welcome to it.
[21.12.2020 21:05:48] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Nah just give me the 4 million I asked for
[21.12.2020 21:06:10] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: The Coalition gave us a headache last time
[21.12.2020 21:06:16] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: This is where it happened
[21.12.2020 21:06:37] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Perhaps if you let me go, we shan't have any further trouble.
[21.12.2020 21:06:54] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: I will, after you gave me the credits
[21.12.2020 21:07:03] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: You share everything right?
[21.12.2020 21:07:12] RN/-SF-Novgorod: With other members of the revolution.
[21.12.2020 21:07:15] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: So you will have no issue sharing it with me
[21.12.2020 21:07:21] RN/-SF-Novgorod: We do not subscribe to your capitalist tendencies.
[21.12.2020 21:07:43] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Well, you will have to if you want to get out of this alive
[21.12.2020 21:08:05] [2020-12-21] 21:07:59 You have received 4.000.000 credits from RN/-SF-Novgorod
[21.12.2020 21:08:11] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: good job
[21.12.2020 21:08:21] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Before I go.
[21.12.2020 21:08:25] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: Hai?
[21.12.2020 21:08:31] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Take this.
[21.12.2020 21:08:41] RN/-SF-Novgorod: Spread it to your sisters.
[21.12.2020 21:08:48] RN/-SF-Novgorod: The revolution is coming!
[21.12.2020 21:08:52] GC-Yunoki.Misaki: eh...