Kroz

[Frederic Bourgault-Christie]

Where was Aaron last in V37?

[KRoZ]

Doing what I'm always doing.

Looking for a new pilot...

[Datamancer]

Do you remeber were you were at? I remember you going to a baseball game, should i say your in CA? sf to be exact... Do you remeber your entire crew? I would Love to GM kroz again! Ah, the good old days...

[KRoZ]

As a matter of fact, I still have all their sheets. Lemme get them real quick.

It has now been real quick. Real quick passes quickly when in text.

I had Chris Zero: minor telekinetic who I believe was the pilot I was angry at, the cousin of my last pilot. Both proving to be dissapointments. The first was kicked because he had a drug habit, this one needs to go because he's abusive of his powers and likes to paint pictures of what he thinks I look like naked.

Miranda Left: general filler crew member. Can fight, has connections, strange habits but not worth kicking her out... yet. Also has a bad repuatation and is a wanted woman. Something I shouldn't be dealing with given the nature of my ship, but if she keeps her head low, I think we'll be fine.

Kenti, my big old cat man enforcer. Big guy I keep around to hurt things. That's the jist of him.

Jason Kanko, my brilliant but cocky ship mechanic and engineer. Pack a day smoking habit that makes me wonder about the quality of the air on my ship, and makes me wonder just how much he has to put down at once to get enough cigarettes to last him until we next pull into port.

Then my loader robot which I don't think had a name, but Miranda dubbed Ms. Teapot much to my displeasure.

And sure, San Fransisco.

[Datamancer]

Okay if I recall correctly you got rid of Chris got his cousin and are getting rid of him. SF has not changed very much, a few genetic engineering plants here and there. You heard the bar is usually the place to go to find crew. Miranda and the robot are staying in the ship along with Jason. The other crew member (John?) heard of your disapproval of him so he fled after landing and Jason has gone to stock up on supplies (cigarettes)

[KRoZ]

If by "Heard of my disapproval of him" you mean "Was blatantly told by me personally that I disapprove of him" then yeah.

I'm sure if we're here it's because we need to do something. Am I dropping something off? Picking something up? Or is it just seeming like a good place to get a pilot?

If any of those are the case, take care of business then Kenti and I head to a bar to ask around for a reliable pilot.

[KRoZ]

Oh yeah, and since I don't trust that guy, have Miranda and Jason (when he gets back) have a look at the ship and make sure nothing looks wrong and everything is where it's supposed to be. Include an investigation of the cargo hold propper and cargo hold for smuggling and each persons room.

And tell them not to touch my stuff.

[Datamancer]

So Miranda calls you while your on your way to the bar telling you everything is in place only one coke was taken. You walk into Tipsy's a bar located on Market Street. You walk in, the place smells like perfume and a lady bartender is talking a pouring a drink to an older man. The area is filled with a few bar scum but a man that catches your eye. He is wearing an aviator’s outfit and he is talking to three very attractive ladies. He looks 25 clean shaved and he is 6' tall.

[KRoZ]

Take mental note, but start with the bartender.

"Kenti, get something small. I just have some questions. I'm looking for a pilot, a good one. You know anybody reliable?"

KRoZ Glances back at the man in the flightsuit a moment. Chances are, he's a pilot, but either he just came off a job or he's a fanatic. Who walks around in an aviators outfit?

It only takes a moment for his own thoughts to strike home. Heh... fanatic. After a moment of hesitation he makes up his mind.

"...on second thought, give me a beer." With that he removes his most ever present sunglasses and Gasmask. The first time he's done this in a casual public situation in a loooong time. Hopefully not the last.

[Datamancer]

She smiles "Well we are all a little fanatic" and pulls 5 cans of mace out of her pocket. as she slides you a beer and some pink drink kenti pointed at by random. "Thats Tom, from what i have heard he is one of the best pilots. Though he comes in here trying to pick up girls and buys nothing, pisses me off"

[KRoZ]

Pay for the drinks and a bit extra.


"I see... Any idea what he flies? Maybe I have a job for him. One that'll keep him from loitering in your bar for a while."

[Datamancer]

She pushes your money back.
"you get him out of here and all your drinks will be free." She winks

"He once flew demon battle ships, then he flew an US freedom fighter, then again this is all talk"

[KRoZ]

Thinks to himself 'Great. Another guy who seems too good to be true... well it's a lead.'

"I haven't gotten him out yet, but if you insist." *takes the money back*

"I dont' mean to sound ungrateful, but is there anyone else you know of? Can't put all my beggs in one asket."

[Datamancer]

She thinks for a second. "Why yes i do, his name is DJ he comes here every once in a while. Infact he runs his own ship by himself, he's quite likes to drink and when he talks he likes to talk about either computers, or the control of a ship"

[KRoZ]

"Well I've got a ship. May as well try with this fella. He's Tom right?"

After that he walks over and stands next to the table until Tom pays attention to him. If it takes too long he says "Tom right?"

[Datamancer]

It takes him a while until he is done flurting, then he looks at you. Stands up and puts his hand out to shake. "Hello there stranger have not seen you around this bar the name is Tom, of course you have come here to see my medals"

[KRoZ]

"Not particularly, but that's somewhat on topic. I might have work." *motion to the table* "Mind if I sit?"

[Datamancer]

He un slides the chair for you to sit.
"What kind of work we talking here?"
Miranda enters the bar, she walks over to you
"Sir, Um we have a problem some USA police came up to me while in town. There looking for some one fitting you. I think he know i was with you, i dobt it was by chance he talked to me..."

[KRoZ]

KroZ sits down about the time Miranda walks in. He's just about to speak when she comes over.

After hearing the news he taps three times on the table while staring at nothing in particular. He takes those three taps worth of time to think. "...excuse me a moment."

He stands up and motions for Miranda and Kenti to follow. He steps away from the majority of the bar patrons and looks to her.

"Looking for me? Looking for me why? ...and why the hell did you come here to me personally if you think they know we're working together?"

[Datamancer]

"I freaked out i did not know what to do" she wipes her eyes.
Kenti: "what happend?"
Miranda: I don't know why... They looked serious, well then again USA always look that way. Im scared!"

[KRoZ]

Joseph thinks a moment.

"Alright. Calm down now, and do something for me. Alright? Kenti, you and Miranda step outside. Talk just a moment, talk about whatever. Uhh... Ask directions. Miranda ask him where he saw me last and Kenti, just point off back wherever, just not in here. While you're out there, Kenti, try to get a look around for anyone suspicious. Scoping the place. Maybe they sent someone to follow Miranda. I don't know what all of this is about but there's no harm done to be careful." *He rubs his chin, something he can't often do with the gasmask in place. After a deep breath he continues.* "Miranda, after you talk to Kenti, go back to the ship. Try to get a hold of the USA if you can. Tell them you saw someone fitting the description of the person they're looking for, and try to find out what this is concerning. Alright? If they ask where, tell them I was in this part of town and headed (Insert direction perpendicular to the ships. Say they were to the south, I would say east or west. Whichever would make most sense.) and that you thought it best to tell them. Can you do that?"

"Kenti, if you do see someone of note outside or not I want you to come back inside after pointing for Miranda and let me know. We have to figure out what's going on before we do much else... Oh, Miranda, After you find out whatever don't call the bar to tell me. Wait for me to get a hold of you."

With that he motions the two to the door to carry out his makeshift plan, assuming they will follow directions accordingly and unquestioningly.

[Datamancer]

As they leave a man in blue USA style power armor enters the room with a smile and an invation in hand. Miranda looks at you, as does the usa solider. Kenti readys his fists, though but you sense no evil intent..

[KRoZ]

"...well to hell with that plan.... Can I help you?"

[Datamancer]

"Ah, yes Kroz is it? My name is Phill, don't worry i'm not USA. Just use the armor and the ship. I was looking for you a friend of a friend told me who you were and were to find you. heh, i need something very important done for me, Interested?

[KRoZ]

"Well I wouldn't say I'm disinterested, but mainly about who the hell your friend of a friend is and why they want to scare the hell out of me and why they knew I was here practically before I did... Where can we talk?"

[Datamancer]

He smiles.
"come to my ship it's safe there... "

[KRoZ]

"You'll excuse me for thinking It's a bit more safe here? Why not find some neutral territory where each can feel equally comfortable? Hell you may as well come to my ship. If you came looking for me, I'm the one who needs to trust YOU."

[Datamancer]

He looks you in the, eyes with a trusting smile leed the way..

[KRoZ]

Take him back to the ship, en route send a communication there to let those on it know we're coming with company.

[Datamancer]

You return to the ship, Jason is sitting in your chair drinking a coke. "So who's the company?" Miranda sits in her chair and offers a seat to phill.