I have recently intercepted an Ageira vessel commanded by CEO John White himself. While I expected the patrol to be a routine task, it has proven to be something far more valuable, and resulted in an interrogation that gave me a next clue of the larger scheme I'm pursuing for some time. Mister White has proven to be a tough nut to crack, and I have only managed to subdue him after the lengthy gunfight. Interrogation ensued, but his attitude and answers were more than disappointing, therefore I have decided to evaporate one of his prized possessions to teach him a lesson - his Bison transport.
Unforeseen.Peril: Hold it. Ageira~Innovations: Oh, to hell with it. Unforeseen.Peril: There's only one way out of this alive. Unforeseen.Peril: And that is: Following my direct orders. Unforeseen.Peril: Now, set waypoint: D-7. Move out. Unforeseen.Peril: I want to have a chat with you. Ageira~Innovations: What if I don't want to have a chat with you? Unforeseen.Peril: Then I force you to. Ageira~Innovations: Who knows what can happen out there, far away from civilisation. Unforeseen.Peril: Indeed. Unforeseen.Peril: So, what shall it be? Ageira~Innovations: Because if you really wanted to chat, we could this do while thrusting towards Houston, but I suspect you have more devious ide Ageira~Innovations: ideas Unforeseen.Peril: No. I just want some peace and quiet. Hudson is way too crowded. Unforeseen.Peril: So. D-7. Power on your cruise engines, now. Unforeseen.Peril: I said, NOW. Ageira~Innovations: No. Unforeseen.Peril: Very well. Ageira~Innovations: GOD DAMN IT Unforeseen.Peril: Last chance. Ageira~Innovations: ALright, I yield? Unforeseen.Peril: Move out to C-2 Unforeseen.Peril: That is enough. Cut your engines. Unforeseen.Peril: Now, let's begin. Your name, please. Ageira~Innovations: John White. Unforeseen.Peril: Position in the company? Ageira~Innovations: What kind of Hacker are you if you don't know it already. Unforeseen.Peril: I want to hear it, mister White. I'm well aware of who you are. Ageira~Innovations: I am the President of Ageira Innovations. Unforeseen.Peril: What was your planned route today? Ageira~Innovations: Considering I was transporting Iridium, it was either Planet Houston or Denver. Unforeseen.Peril: Your total run, I mean. The Iridium has came from somewhere, that's for certain. And you surely transported something. Unforeseen.Peril: There as well. Ageira~Innovations: I was transporting Ageira White Boxes previously, to one of our clients, who I obviously won't mention due to confidentiality. Unforeseen.Peril: Should I remind you of your position, mister White? This is no time for confidentiality. Ageira~Innovations: You can remind me of my position and get absolutely zero afterwards. That is how I see the situation from my position. Unforeseen.Peril: Very well, we'll get back to it later. The Iridium, where did it come from? Ageira~Innovations: Freeport 11, if I recall correctly. Unforeseen.Peril: Are you certain? Ageira~Innovations: Yes. Unforeseen.Peril: What are you relations with The Core, mister White? Ageira~Innovations: That is an odd and vague question. Unforeseen.Peril: No, it is not. A straight-forward one. Unforeseen.Peril: What level of relations do the Ageira and Core have? Ageira~Innovations: Well then, considering I am married, I fancy noone from The Core. Unforeseen.Peril: That's for trying to be hilarious. Ageira~Innovations: Ageira has a lot of clients and business partners. Unforeseen.Peril: Now, answer. Ageira~Innovations: You got the answer as vague as the question was. Unforeseen.Peril: You are well aware what the question was refering to. Ageira~Innovations: Not particulary, when you ask and direct it to me personally. Unforeseen.Peril: The Core. What is the Ageira's stance towards it? Unforeseen.Peril: Are you a business partners? Ageira~Innovations: We have an understanding with people who run The Core. Unforeseen.Peril: What kind of understanding? Elaborate. Ageira~Innovations: Ever since Interspace Commerce invested into The Core, we were more or less business partners. Unforeseen.Peril: More or less? From what I heard from a certain Core member, it is more than that. Ageira~Innovations: I can neither confirm or deny a rumour that which I do not know. Unforeseen.Peril: He was in a similar situation such as you now, so I'm assured it was an honest answer. Ageira~Innovations: What you fail to understand is that people are more willing to lie and provide false information to get out of uncomfortable si Unforeseen.Peril: He said you were staunch business partners, with few deals going on. Ageira~Innovations: situatione while under pressure. Unforeseen.Peril: Commodity exchange, to be precise. Unforeseen.Peril: Hence my suspicion that you are lying as well, and the Iridium has came from the Core. Ageira~Innovations: I don't remember any commodity exchange as Core has nothing to offer so far. Unforeseen.Peril: Iridium? APM Hardware? I've seen them hauling both, delivering the goods to Alberta. Unforeseen.Peril: You know, your Core partners do not how to hold their tongue as good as you do. Unforeseen.Peril: The moment I start shooting, they talk. Ageira~Innovations: *Pushes shipping manifest from Freeport 11. Timestamped at 08:09 SMT* Ageira~Innovations: Even at this age, I trust in hardcopies. Unforeseen.Peril: If the Core is not your current business partner, who is? Unforeseen.Peril: What are the current project of Ageira? Ageira~Innovations: As I said, we have many clients and business partners. Unforeseen.Peril: Name them. Ageira~Innovations: Are you serious? Unforeseen.Peril: Yes. Ageira~Innovations: I don't have the vocal cords to say them all. Unforeseen.Peril: One that you were delivering to today will be enough, then. Unforeseen.Peril: Who was it? Ageira~Innovations: I cannot expose a client due to confidentiality clause. Unforeseen.Peril: The location, then. Ageira~Innovations: Omicron systems. Unforeseen.Peril: Which system? Be precise. Ageira~Innovations: I cannot. That would be telling too much. Ageira~Innovations: If you cannot make an educated guess, then what kind of a Hacker are you? Unforeseen.Peril: Do you value the information more than your life? Unforeseen.Peril: I want to hear it from your mouth, mister White. It's worth more than my guess. Ageira~Innovations: I value the business relationships we have with our clients. Unforeseen.Peril: It is your life on the edge here, mister White. Not theirs. Would they do the same for you? Ageira~Innovations: If you think the president of company has not invested in top-of-a-line Escape Pod equipped with various countermeasures and cl Ageira~Innovations: cloaking device, then you sure have no idea to what extent and lenghts will I go to protect not only my own safety but that of Ageira~Innovations: our clients all over Sirius. Ageira~Innovations: You have been provided with enough information. Unforeseen.Peril: Your cargo nor your vessel and all your belongings in it won't go anywhere, that's for sure. Ageira~Innovations: And if you are unable to put two and two together, that's really not my fault. Unforeseen.Peril: All what will remain is few scrap for the Junkers. Unforeseen.Peril: Omicrons are vast, mister White. I want a more precise answer. Ageira~Innovations: As if I care about losing a penny in the sea of income we are getting from our clients. Unforeseen.Peril: You're a tough nut to crack, aren't you, mister White? Unforeseen.Peril: As my patience is running low, there is only one way remaining for you to come out of this alive. Ageira~Innovations: Perhaps you are asking the wrong questions. Or are too stuck up in making me answer directly. Unforeseen.Peril: Maybe next time we meet each other I'll have different set of questions to ask, mister White. But for now, there's one more ... Unforeseen.Peril: Thing you will do. Unforeseen.Peril: An announcement, system wide. A admitting that the Lane Hackers are far superior than Ageira, intellectually. Ageira~Innovations: In your dreams. Unforeseen.Peril: As well pointing out what a fool you are for allowing to be caught twice already. Unforeseen.Peril: Your first encounter did not pass well, didnt it? Unforeseen.Peril: I gave you a new chance, but you screwed it up. Unforeseen.Peril: Your last chance to comply, mister White. Ageira~Innovations: Perhaps I am a fool for not putting my foot on my fighter and annihilating you one by one? Ageira~Innovations: Now that would be something for system-wide announcements about superiority, don't you think? Unforeseen.Peril: I hope that's more than an empty threat. Ageira~Innovations: Oh, you do hope? Ageira~Innovations: That can be arranged. Unforeseen.Peril: As for now, time to pack your things up and move towards escape pod. Unforeseen.Peril: Blackfriar. Remember the name, mister White. I'll be waiting for you. Death: Ageira~Innovations was put out of action by Unforeseen.Peril (Gun).
As we were contacted by resurfaced Red Hessian Army, I took the chance and ran diplomatic talks in which they agreed to allow our ships within Rheinland to operate with small number of personal Cardamine as well as actively disrupt vessels with Ageira and Interspace transponders. We were also asked to deliver them a good number of re-educated personnel while returning back to Liberty with their Blood Diamonds.
After another discussion between our organisations, I have managed to secure permission that allows Lane Hackers to transport Cardamine through entirety of Rheinland now. Should the need arise, we will be able to use the backroutes to avoid danger that would otherwise wait for us on our main routes.
After a number of attempts to lure a vessel into my honeytrap, a vessel belonging to Samura Heavy Industries took the bait and proceeded to the prescribed location within the Texas system. Upon his arrival he was quite surprised to find himself in my crosshairs. Extortion of his vessel was successful and no resistance was encountered.
Communications Log Wrote:Thackeray: Incoming Message: Do you wish to Accepect Y/N
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Oh? Onscreen. [Y] Thackeray: "I have a business offer for you"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Hmm. Thackeray: "I am in possession of around 3.000 units of Copper Ore, valued at around 30 million credits" Thackeray: "I am willing to arrange for the transfer of this cargo for around 1 million credits.." Thackeray: "A litteral steal" Thackeray: "Are you interested"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Literal? That's something. So what's in it for you?
Samura|-Akari: Funami: You'll forgive me if a Samura captain is distrustful of deals that sound too good. Thackeray: "It'll cost you a million credits for my time"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Hmm. We're on our way to New Berlin to unload ore too. Where do you want to meet? Thackeray: "I'm thinking around Kepler system if possible" Thackeray: "Shouldn't be much of a detour."
Samura|-Akari: Funami: I'll discuss it with the crew. We'll contact you when we're in New Berlin. Thackeray: "Copy that" Thackeray: Hello Again.
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Would it be possible to meet any closer to Rheinland space? Thackeray: "Any other locations that would be preferable?" Thackeray: "What about Bering System?"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Texas? Thackeray: "That could work"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: We will remain in touch. Thackeray: "Sure"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Err, not that this goes onto the books. But how did you acquire all this copper ore? You mentioned 'a literal steal?'
Samura|-Akari: Funami: This is the Akarimaru. We're in the Hudson System. Thackeray: "Copy that" Thackeray: "Proceeding to Texas system"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: Approaching Planet Houston. Thackeray: "Suggest we meet in 2G"
Samura|-Akari: Funami: That's.. alright. We're going. Thackeray: Greetings there. Thackeray: You fell for my trick. Thackeray: *Laughs* Thackeray: You will pay for it. Thackeray: Interesting that you carry no cargo.
Samura|-Akari: Funami: I'm told I'm too trusting as a captain, but even I am not that stupid. Thackeray: What is your life worth to you?
Samura|-Akari: Funami: What are you getting at? Thackeray: How much are you willing to pay me not to shoot your face in? Thackeray: You Corprate weasel...
Samura|-Akari: Funami: <sighs> 5 million credits to save the souls on this ship. Thackeray: Fork it over. Thackeray: Safe skies.
[11.07.2018 19:38:34] LH~Caiboche: You are to pay me.
[11.07.2018 19:38:34] Thackeray:: He should be extorted.
[11.07.2018 19:38:43] LH~Caiboche: Kemver Munitions...
[11.07.2018 19:38:50] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: Move along, Sam.
[11.07.2018 19:39:01] Thackeray:: Mr.Blackfriar.
[11.07.2018 19:39:02] Liconix: So ?
[11.07.2018 19:39:10] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: Providing assistance.
[11.07.2018 19:39:11] Thackeray:: I suggest you proceed to Mr.Caiboche
[11.07.2018 19:39:14] LH~Caiboche: Alright. Liconix, you are to pay me 4 Million.
[11.07.2018 19:39:17] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: I'm already there.
[11.07.2018 19:39:21] Thackeray:: Copy that.
[11.07.2018 19:39:40] LH~Caiboche: Also, curious. Where did you get that kemver hmm?
[11.07.2018 19:39:44] Liconix: Yeah of course
[11.07.2018 19:39:58] Thackeray:: New contact in Colorado.
[11.07.2018 19:40:04] Thackeray:: SS.Golden.Hind
[11.07.2018 19:40:04] LH~Caiboche: Awaiting payment.
[11.07.2018 19:40:17] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: We'll be on lookout.
[11.07.2018 19:40:20] Liconix: 1 sec
[11.07.2018 19:40:31] Thackeray:: Remember the guncams... 'Gents
[11.07.2018 19:40:35] LH~Caiboche: One wrong move and you shall be atomized to pieces.
[11.07.2018 19:41:18] LH~Caiboche: *moans*
[11.07.2018 19:41:20] Liconix: sorry
[11.07.2018 19:41:39] You have received 4.000.000 credits from Liconix
[11.07.2018 19:41:46] LH~Caiboche: Good. Move along.
[11.07.2018 19:41:58] LH~Caiboche: Extortion successful.
[11.07.2018 19:42:08] Thackeray:: Report status Mr.Caiboche
[11.07.2018 19:42:28] LH~Caiboche: Extortion successful. Liconix, extorted for 4 million.
[11.07.2018 19:42:35] Thackeray:: Vessel type?
[11.07.2018 19:42:40] LH~Caiboche: That vessel was carrying Kemver Munitions. Heron.
[11.07.2018 19:42:44] Thackeray:: Ah.
[11.07.2018 19:42:45] LH~Caiboche: Freelancer papers.
[11.07.2018 19:42:49] Thackeray:: Very interesting.
[11.07.2018 19:42:59] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: Hold it.
[11.07.2018 19:42:59] The.Espada: Isn't Kemwer Contraband?
[11.07.2018 19:43:03] Thackeray:: Negative.
[11.07.2018 19:43:07] SS.Golden.Hind: Well, this sucks.
[11.07.2018 19:43:09] LH~Caiboche: Hold it Golden Hand.
[11.07.2018 19:43:11] Thackeray:: Not as far as I know.
[11.07.2018 19:43:29] Thackeray:: Actually.
[11.07.2018 19:43:33] Thackeray:: Those are illegal.
[11.07.2018 19:43:37] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: Last chance.
[11.07.2018 19:43:39] LH~Caiboche: Alright. Wrong move.
[11.07.2018 19:43:43] CONSOLE: Possible cheating detected: Foxyfan3105
[11.07.2018 19:43:48] SS.Golden.Hind: Oh... fine.
[11.07.2018 19:43:55] SS.Golden.Hind: What do you want?
[11.07.2018 19:43:56] Thackeray:: Has contact been made with Golden.Hind?
[11.07.2018 19:44:02] LH~Caiboche: Yes
[11.07.2018 19:44:02] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: Do the honors, mister Caiboche.
[11.07.2018 19:44:05] Thackeray:: Copy that.
[11.07.2018 19:44:07] Liconix: They will pay for that
[11.07.2018 19:44:09] Thackeray:: Proceed with Extortion.
[11.07.2018 19:44:13] LH~Caiboche: Stabiline and Passengers.
[11.07.2018 19:44:37] SS.Golden.Hind: Negative on the Stabiline. It's a critical part of our life support system.
[11.07.2018 19:44:42] LH~Caiboche: Alright. What is the standard protocol for Passengers, Mr. Blackfriars?
[11.07.2018 19:45:07] Thackeray:: Appears we have a Gold Ore trader headed in from California.
[11.07.2018 19:45:07] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: I believe our current task is quite clear, mister Caiboche.
[11.07.2018 19:45:14] Thackeray:: [XXS]-Flying.Barrel
[11.07.2018 19:45:14] LH~Cochrane.Interdictor: Extort the target and carry on.
[11.07.2018 19:45:23] LH~Caiboche: Alright. 6 Million to me.
[11.07.2018 19:45:36] LH~Caiboche: You are paying extra for resisting of course.
[11.07.2018 19:45:42] SS.Golden.Hind: Six?! Are you crazy?
[11.07.2018 19:45:47] SS.Golden.Hind: Fine.... thieves.
[11.07.2018 19:45:59] You have received 6.000.000 credits from SS.Golden.Hind
[11.07.2018 19:45:59] LH~Caiboche: Well, if you value the life of 2644 Passengers.
[11.07.2018 19:46:03] LH~Caiboche: Thank you.
[11.07.2018 19:46:06] LH~Caiboche: Move along.
[11.07.2018 19:46:20] LH~Caiboche: SS Golden Hand successfully extorted.
[11.07.2018 19:46:26] LH~Caiboche: Democritus. Freelancer.
A lockdown was performed within the New York system with Mr.Blackfriar, Mr.Caiboche, Mr.Espada and myself participating. Three vessels were extorted during the lockdown along with a forth during the positioning stage. Provided below are guncams detailing vessels that were extorted. A map detailing all members positions is also provided for additional information.
In order to promote more intellectual way of solving problems rather than using sheer force, I have moved my focus towards Airdrie's research and development unit in order to contribute scientifically, as the conflicts are not won by the numbers, but by the technological advancement. As our vessels are built with means to reach for perfection, we should focus on rooting out all outdated technology currently in use. One of their major flaws is dependence on Liberty engines.
While the Liberty XV- series that is currently used by most of our vessels have proven to be a reliable and durable with little to no flaws, the Lane Hackers do not settle with it, but strive for perfection. With the resources and intellectual power at our disposal and wide availability of the XV- engines, I have pushed the priority of engine upgrade to high and assisted the team in the process of development.
After several attempts of finding a proper angle to pursue improvement, we have found the one that was not lacking. The engine's internal compression was underperforming in all aspect and using estimation calculations on several physical and chemical barriers which could be used to focus the stream into more precise cone shape, we have discovered one that was deemed promising. Using the microscopic nozzles to inject a mixture of hydrochloric acid, copper sulfate and methanol into the stream. With the chemical reaction that occurs, we were able to increase the output angle of a stream. While the process is somewhat lacking as it requires additional dispersion system for methane fuel, the amount required to operate a fighter-sized vessel for a month is measured in cubic decimeters - in other words, insignificant. Due to the fact that methane fuel develops a temperature far lower than the standard hydrogen fueled engine, the nozzles and dispersal system are less prone to fault than using a physical barrier as it easily gets worn out unless expensive materials are used.
After the fine tuning and several laboratory tests, the engine prototype was build and a field test has been conducted to receive more detailed measures on how the system acts in vacuum and under constant radiation stress. Based on the calculations, the estimated wear and tear damage is minimal and the methane fuel consumption below expected. As a result of the implementation, the XV- series has been upgraded to receive 8,25% more focused jet stream, giving it the ability to work under less pressure to maintain both cruise and impulse speed. The stress on the engine has been lowered by approximately 15%, prolonging engine's estimated lifespan as well lowering the risk of stall. Due to the usage of copper sulfate injected methane fuel used in the process, the engine is emitting a light cyan glow. Further results can be seen in the images below.
To sum it up, the prototype engine surpasses its ancestor in price due to usage of less commonly used materials, but it does offer certain advantages that make it superior to it. With it's perfect compatibility to our shipline, namely - Vindicator, Transgressor and Interloper will certainly show improved results of their field use.
I am submitting a report on contributing in a research and creation of a prototype engine.
Enterpreteurship
I have commanded a convoy consisted of three vessels. Miss Willing, mister Spang and myself have departed from the Leiden Base and moved towards Omicron Alpha. While the first part of our trip gave us no difficulties, we have received an information of several Forlorn vessels on our tail. As mister Spang has decided to call it a day on Malta, miss Fraudenstein has taken his place. After a long and exhausting chase, we were forced to cower into Sigma 13 and seek shelter on Manoel Outpost. After a short wait, a member of Golden Chrysanthemums has come to our aid. While one gunboat was no match to more than 5 Forlorn snubcrafts, it gave us a window of opportunity to slip through Frankfurt and Bremen back into safety. Once we have reached Liberty, we decided to unload our goods on Beaumont base.
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