I have something in mind and I think only you guys can do the job. I possess an Odin MK I with Core gears since I often helped the Core and previously, Jack Daniels, the former Guildmaster. I will list up what I exactly want.
Since my Odin has a compatibility with the weapons offered by the guildmaster himself, I would like you put some upgrades. I am aware it will cost a lot because the Odin itself is old and it will need to be reverse engineered in order to bring new upgrades. Of course, a paint job can be added in the process.
Good evening, Ms Kaufman.
I am well aware of your access to our technology and the upgrades that have been done to your ship. I have all the technical documentation.
That being said, before I can promise you anything, I will need to know what upgrades exactly do you require.
As for paint, that is trivial. If you really want to overhaul the exterior of your ship, we can put a few extra layers of armor. It is really light stuff, composite material. It would barely affect its agility.
I'll await your response.
~Yours Truly, Jessica Scarlet, Director of the APM and STILL the least controversial person in the Core.
You will get an idea of what I basically want in the documents I recently got from an expert. But knowing how well your technology is advanced, I am sure you can make the Odin into a good fighter.
If you manage to not touch the stats of the ship, it will be good, but if there are some varieties, I won't mind. I am sure your engineers will do a good work so, I am ready to finance as much as necessary.
On a side note, I want to have the freedom to equip the Odin as I see fit, would it be possible if you change the weaponry system completely?
Designed as the heavier armored version of the first Loki, The Odin Mk I had long been the workhouse of the Red Hessians. Featuring a well-balanced combination of adequate maneuverability paired with a good degree of protection from environment hazards or hostile gunfire, the original Odin was well capable of dealing with with contemporary counterparts of the Rheinland Military and Corsairs.
However, much like the first Loki, the vessel was phased out to keep up with the technological advancements of the Hessian's enemies. By 828 AS, like all the other types of the original Asgard line, a large amount of surplus Odin Mk I found its way to the open black markets of Rheinland.
Later on, this very ship, belonging to Lea Kaufman received some changes from The Core in order to fulfil all requirements to complete contracts. Despite keeping the original weaponry systems, the aiming systems and most of the control, the ship is showing some inefficiency.
To be honest, it would be easier if we indeed ripped out the obsolete parts and installed new, standard issue edge worlds tech. By doing this, we'll futureproof the thing, ensuring compatibility with standard sirius tech and advanced prototypes alike.
Building custom armor would be hard, so instead, we'll could just replace panels. While we're at it, we should also check the frame and reinforce it, if needed. It is a pretty straight forward job. As for payment, lets keep it at "you'll owe me one". A day will come when I will need a favor and you help me then. I promise it is not going to be some crazy suicide mission or anything. I don't like wasting valuable assets.
~Yours Truly, Jessica Scarlet, Director of the APM and STILL the least controversial person in the Core.
You know where I "live". Durban station. I'll meet you there.
Make sure to bring some clothes, as you'll be staying on the station for the duration of the retrofits. I estimate it should take a week, give or take. You will be given personal quarters, food and water. The rest is up to you.
~Yours Truly, Jessica Scarlet, Director of the APM and STILL the least controversial person in the Core.
[She waves at the video feed.] Scarlet, it has been a moment. I hope things go for the better.
On another note, do you remember when we talked on Durban about Jack Daniels? Well- I found nothing.
[She sighs and looks up before to look at the screen.] Things are getting hot for me at this moment. I am sure the group will ring you something... Technocracy. To say it short, they ended up knowing my relation with The Core and hostility started. I do not know how and it opens my eyes that they are probably more than dangerous.
Despite that, I require an information that probably only you can tell me. If I want the APM to manufacture some specific weapons, how much will it be? I know your engineers did a good work with my 'wreck', the Odin Mk. I. This time, I want something totally new, a new type of weapon and yes, I ask something not made yet.
It's been more than a moment, Kaufman.
That being said, time is relative.
It is unfortunate to hear our business relations were discovered, but I can assure you, the leak didn't come from our end. Not a lot of people knew you worked for us. I suggest considering the possibility that a fellow mercenary that might've worked alongside you for us might've snitched. That's the most likely possibility.
As for your request, technically, we can do it. It is not cheap, it is not a fast process and it's not an easy process too. Lots of trial and error. But I'm sure we can do it, as long as we get the trademark on it. We can negotiate that, no problem.
And last but not least, Jack Daniels? Are you sure? We've haven't had a single lead about his status or location for months. I'm intrigued.
~Yours Truly, Jessica Scarlet, Director of the APM and STILL the least controversial person in the Core.
Well, we can find a moment to discuss about Jack when you see fit, but as for the development of a new weapon, it will take the time as it needs. What I would like is a weapon type that mixes Tachyon and Particle with a significant hull damage with a medium fire rate.. Do you think it is possible?
Particles and tachyon? I've no idea, honestly. I'll have to discuss this with people who actually understand how a gun works. I know it can kill people, not how it kills people. Meanwhile, what do you plan running it on? Fighter? Bomber? Gunship?
~Yours Truly, Jessica Scarlet, Director of the APM and STILL the least controversial person in the Core.