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[Starfliers]

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Scotty, Starfliers ██
Orbital Spa & Cruise ██

. . Let's change the encryption to *Bzz* Alpha, There we go. It works! Good day, Orbital Spa & Cruise. My name is Scotty, and I'm in charge of the inner workings of the vessel you know as NX-01. We have come to know this vessel as a solid and cared for ship, however, we have sent a request for an appointment with Baltimore Shipyard to have a look at her defect. Not sure if Leon has described such a defect to you, or your other liner's captains. I'll briefly explain. If any sufficient blast or impact were to take place on the front hull plating, the Jump Drive will automatically activate, bypassing our navigational computer. This sequence is irreversible and we've been sent to faraway places. Sometimes accidentally. We have been to Curacao a handful of times, and I have to say, those Enterprise-class liners look like a beautiful ship. Oh, if I could make a few modifications to one of those, I'm sure it could suit us very, very well. Formally, us Starfliers would like to ask if there's any chance we could fly an Enterprise-class liner? Or if you have a simulation room, to try one out. The NX-01 is a beauty, but the ship does give us some problems in some sectors of space. Too big, this, and warship, that. A friendlier and... curvier design... might be better suited as our main hyperspace vessel. Leon and I have been talking. It seems we are in agreement that we could cannibalize parts from our Bustard to alter an Enterprise-class as our flagship vessel for the Starfliers. Albert, our science officer, doesn't agree, as he thinks having enough space on board for one hyperspace scan is enough. Though we shall wait until Norfolk Shipyard sends a transmission back. If you potentially have a decommissioned Enterprise-class Liner sitting in a dock, I'd very much like to walk through it halls... maybe look behind a panel or two. . .

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[Jonathan Seabourne]

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ID: Jonathan Seabourne

Location: OS&C|Widdershins, Bethlehem Station, Pennsylvania System

To: Scotty (Does He Know?)

Subject: Let's Make a Deal!

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Greetings friend,

Oooh, encryption time fun time, always love some electronic cloak and dagger shennanigans. I just found my old Orbital password, turns out I stuck a 1 on the end! I've since changed it to "password2!", that's twice the encryption!

Anywho, through a HILLARIOUS series of misunderstandings, I've ended up taking point on used ship sales as I technically commandeered the the Widdershins through a similar system. The chicken is guarding the fox-house now! You'd have to be crazy to volunteer to handle used ship sales. Fortunately for all of us, that noodle is already cooked!

As for your request, an Enterprise-class, eh? I see you are a pilot of deep culture and deeper pockets! Lovely, ship, nice fins, but they got a big ol' booty that makes slipping into trade lanes problematic. If where you're going you don't need tradelanes, it's part of the ship's charm. If you're sticking to house space, it's more of a rather annoying patina. Be advised, they can't mount a jump drive, but they can break your heart when blown out from under you, along with many other organs, both literally and metaphorically.

If you're not digging the fins, an Oasis might be a better budget option, but what's the point of driving a glorified prison transport when instead you could have style? In any event, there is a lovely Enterprise in Curacao orbit currently undergoing some carpet renovations (you do NOT want to know what the last group did, let's just say some stains never come out, and others continue to spread long after they're gone!). I think we can arrange a joy ride in Curacao orbit while they rip up the old flooring. And by "arrange" I mean "sneak aboard while holding a clipboard so no one asks questions."

Regards,
Jonathan Seabourne
Titles(???)

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[Starfliers]

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Scotty, Starfliers ██
Jonathan Seabourne, Orbital Spa & Cruise ██

. . Seabourne? Your name sounds very familiar... May need to talk with Leon about this. *quiet mumbling* Am I speaking to a lunatic? Or an engineer? Or both? Aye, Seabourne. I'm an engineer who recognises beauty when I see it. Enterprise-class is one such shining example. The fins... I could go all day... Though that is not what I am here for today, despite my better judgement. When can I visit Curacao to look inside her- I mean, the Enterprise-class? Our own vessel isn't clean either, though what you talk about sounds... disgusting. I'll be sure to buy a hazmat suit from Ames. I've served on another starship before... heart got broken seeing her get disassembled at the shipyard. . .

01.06.828 ██
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[Jonathan Seabourne]

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ID: Jonathan Seabourne

Location: OS&C|Widdershins, Bethlehem Station, Pennsylvania System

To: Scotty (He Does Know!)

Subject: Joyride!

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Kallisti!

Oh yes, we've met before, I had some business with the NX-01 back when we were both messing around with former lives. I've worn many hats, most of which fit poorly, but one of them was pointy with a pom-pom on the end, so I have that going for me. Which is nice.

I'll be swinging some pilgrims past Curacao later today, let's plan on sneaking aboard when we're both dirt side (or water side, as the case may be). I have a cunning plan plan to sneak past the security. If you can secure an agitated goose, a horseshoe magnet, and a soiled pillowcase filled with at least 10 pounds of assorted nuts and bolts, I'll supply the mayonnaise.

PS - It HAS to be soiled. If you need help, I have several instructional videos saved around here somewhere...

Regards,
Jonathan Seabourne
Titles(???)

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[Starfliers]

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Civilian Level Alpha ██

Scotty, Starfliers ██
Jonathan Seabourne, Orbital Spa & Cruise ██

. . New Tokyo... that's right! I was brought on board a few days after that little atmospheric event. All I can secure is a portable Sonic Welder, also capable of de-welding. All other materials are being used to fortify Starflier Base. Agitated... goose? You aren't right in the head, lad... I have no response to these things you're saying. You're allowing me on board to see this sexy vessel, so I shall meet you on Landing Pad 07 on Curacao in a few hours. Look for the gentleman wearing yellow, holding a big tool. . .

01.06.828 ██
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Godspeed, Pilots.

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