A data recorder, filmed in Naha's bar by Matthias Gurz
Yes, I, too, have seen this "A.A.A.I" Artificial Intelligence Rheinland Cruiser. Apparently, Daumann's child company funded the thing. I am familiar with her, as she was a local hero back in Rheinland. I have shown her through Sigma-13 twice now, as she made her way to Kusari. In fact, I believe she requested permission to move safely through our space without escort. Now, what was that frequency..
Com ID: Nozaki Ichimoto Location: Aomori Station, Honshu Transmitted to: Kashiwaba Tomoe
Konnichiwa Tomoe-san,
Your request for use of GMG technology has been granted. We recommend the T-833-GB "Ahoudori" for extended research missions, but the Kaichou and Karasu should both serve you well for protecting Freeport 1. We only ask that you maintain your neutrality to Republican Shipping - which shouldn't be an issue.
Indeed the Ahoudori is a fine craft, however for longer duration runs the Hinaichago is more than suited.
She was the second Argus class prototype that the IMG built, and they sold her to the Zoners rather than go to the expense of refitting her to the final specs for the mode.
Of course, as I grew up onboard her I may be slightly more biased than the average ships captain.
Com ID: Nozaki Ichimoto Location: Aomori Station, Honshu Transmitted to: Gas Miners Guild Subject: Promotions
Konnichiwa.
We have made several promotions in the Guild's ranks. Some of these men and women have inspired their superiors - it's astonishing, the amount of dedication you have all shown.
Matthias Gurz, your tactical knowledge and skills are outstanding. You have been an asset to the Paramilitary and Guild leadership. You have been promoted to Nitou Kaii (Corporal). Omedetou gozaimasu.
Mang Arihyoshi, your unwavering obedience to the Guild Masters and successes on the battlefield has impressed even the Outcasts. You are now a Nitou Kaii (Corporal). Omedetou gozaimasu.
Hayato Arakaki, your performance against the Outcasts has inspired our pilots. You honor us with your presence in the Guild. You have been promoted to Nitou Kaii (Corporal). Omedetou gozaimasu.
Suzuki Hiroto, your escorting has been invaluable to the Trade division. We hope you will take your skills to the battlefield in the near future. You have been promoted to Santou Kaii (Ensign) Omedetou gozaimasu.
Anika Steiner, you have been assigned to several missions in hostile territory - and performed to the best of your ability. We are promoting you to Santou Kaii (Ensign) Omedetou gozaimasu.
George Austin has officially been an Ensign for a few weeks, but was never formally announced. We are pleased to have you aboard with the Guild, and we hope you will be more active with us in the near future. Omedetou gozaimasu.
Chiyeko Shunji, captain of the GTS Kitahama Maru has been promoted to Clerk, to work as assistant to CEO Hoshi Tanaka, and plan the new trade routes in Rheinland. Omedetou gozaimasu.
***Incoming message***
***Source : Mr.Stile-Captain of the "Garbage-Hunter"
***Target : Mr.Taro Katsuo, Guild-leader of the GMG***
First of all i am very sorry because i was not contacting you sooner, but i guess that outcast do not like people who work for GMG and they sent hitman on me...I am vary happy because i survived but my ship was badly damaged and first cargo of slaves was hijacked...
But there is some good news too...second cargo come to destination and here is gun-cam image of it:
To: Captain Stile of the Garbage-Hunter
CC: GPA
From: Guild Master Taro Katsuo
Location: Gas Miner Ogashawa, Sigma-19
Konnichiwa Captain Stile!
I sincerely apologize for not replying to you sooner. I had other business related to the Guild consuming all of my time. We appreciate your delivery of these workers, and you should have received your payment by now.
Incoming transmission
To: Guild Masters
From: Captain Hoshi Tanaka
Ship: MikumaMaru
Re: Captain's Log aboard Mikuma Maru
On our second return trip from Holman station we encountered QCP ships in New Tokyo. A Sir Arnold Rimmer pursued and disrupted our engines in Honshu space. After an intense run through docking maneuvers we managed to escape in Yukawa's security zone.
Domo arigato Taihoumi Kurosou-san for supplementing hull bots and batteries during the docking procedure. I believe you saved my hull. Makuma Maru will return to service soon after repairs.
I highly recommend QCP|Sir.Arnold.Rimmer be placed on our bounty list.
***Incoming message***
***Source : Mr.Stile-Captain of the "Garbage-Hunter"***
***Target : Mr.Taro Katsuo, Guild-leader of the GMG***
Ahhh very good thank you very much. Encouraged with first payment i just made quick two runs....For now no troubles on my way...i am starting to like this *smile*...
That`s all for now...see you soon. And how you say it "Agregato"...khm....no,no...."Origano"...no it is not that too...Well never mind i will learn it soon i guess...
To: Captain Stile of the Garbage-Hunter
CC: GPA
From: Guild Master Taro Katsuo
Location: Gas Miner Ogashawa, Sigma-19
Konnichiwa Captain Stile!
You're doing us a huge favour transporting these workers to us! Please, keep them coming. You still have seven runs to complete before our contract expires.
***Incoming message***
***Source : Mr.Stile-Captain of the "Garbage-Hunter"***
***Target : Mr.Taro Katsuo, Guild-leader of the GMG***
Ahh yes...that`s word Arigato...i will try to remember it this time....Soo...i made two more runs and i am starting to like color of your money heh. It is very possible that i will keep working for you after our contract end. Uploading images of completed runs...