To: [ALG]- || From: Dr. James Erzie

[Aristaan]

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It is certainly good to hear back once again,
Concerning your "proverb," high durability and low mass is my largest concern, as crew is something more easily obtained than military performance on a vessel. It's much easier to store fuel than rations, however, fuel is often much more expensive, at least compared to a low quality of food. In short, if the fuel efficiency is maintained, I'm sure I'll be able to expand my operating range by including more trained crewman as time goes on, so maintenance would be the sacrifice I'd make.

Concerning my input, I'd have to work more closely with your team to help. I'm currently housed in Bretonia, as my Order vessel is not welcome anywhere else at this time. I would have to get permission to enter your space on this vessel, which could take time. On the other hand, a recent job opportunity may provide me with an additional vessel to use, to which I could move into your space without issues. We shall see. Other than my personal input would be limited, as the ship's engineer has passed away.

I'm highly invigorated to hear the enthusiasm coming from you, so I do hope it is mutual with the lower levels of the organization. And, by all means, you will have a sponsored tour on the finished vessel for you and your teams, should this come to fruition. You would deserve it when things are said and done.
-Dr. James Erzie

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