In Character: : "I don't think so. Let's see if we can get encryption software. What could we use to boost range? Or transceivers would work as long as there are no obstructions. Maybe Shuth and Enerii could rig up a transponder that we could place in orbit?"
"Comm sats are such ancient tech, shouldn't be a problem macguyering one up. Problem is, in most civilised systems, decent orbits cost big valuta. Better idea is, rent time on a sat that's already there. Be cheaper in the long run. Ruie's barely below spacefaring, but you can bet they brought in tech to handle comm." He scratches his head. "Somewhat industrialised as well, considering they're bootstrapping themselves back to civilisation. Probably a good idea to pick up some local tech here to dump there. Machine tools, industrial precursors, that kind of thing. If it's in advance of local art, we should make a haul out of it."
Shuth
Your search regarding the chemical compound reveals information similar to what Silvertongue found
As per the GM's post the shopping Njall did is done.
Those of you with binoculars, goggles, etc can add them to your equipment list ( and reduce the credits ). Everyone has a breather mask ( It is enlightened self-interest. Njall wants healthy crew-mates ).
"It seems to me that with Dr. Shuth aboard the Wildcard's 20 Low Berths are the safest in the Sector. What other ship has a Sawbones of his caliber? We should advertise.
For now I will get on the computer and see if we can fill those spaces before we leave."
Njall looks up the berths wanted/offered boards for a Regina-Rouie jump.
Sitting with a beer in the common room Njall remembers the Repair Robot system. Better get that up and running, give it a chance to familiarise itself with the ship. Njall heads off to Engineering to set the system up.
Edited: Bindoner on 5th Dec, 2015 - 12:59am
Enerii checks the database on the Ruie starport, tech level, law level, etc. He checks for information on local industrial capabilities, then does a database search on the station's machine to see what kind of stuff is laying around at a decent price that he can pack off to Ruie and maybe make a buck or two. "Hey, how much free space we got left on the outbound leg?"
Edited: Fusil on 5th Dec, 2015 - 5:24am
In Character: : "We got 88 tons of cargo space. So let's fill it up. Silvertongue I think Shuth has gotten a secure line to patch through to the Mad Scientist if you want to call him."