It's the principle, stupid
12 Aug 2021Texas Deluxe
When the PF Alert was broadcast, I knew I had only one option; fight for freedom. I mean, it wasn't like I was going to be materially rewarded to any significant degree for my time and effort, but it’s the principle (and fun!) Besides, fighting against the Feds for the independence of New Kuwembaa against draconian government surveillance was not only a noble and ethical cause (which gladly had a lot more support than the Li Chotep fascist crack down), it was an opportunity to hone my battle skills and increase my rank with the PF.It was also an chance to test out the latest modification to weapons and defences on the 'Conda curtesy of those reclusive engineering experts I'd unearthed on my various travels such as Elvira out at Long Sight and The Dweller of Black Hide, along with the rest of those crazy gang of misfits I’d met.
The beam lasers and multicanons were a great combination for taking down Feds and the ship was handling like a dream with fully engineered engines and internals.
We won of course and I even managed to not have to claim any insurance during the conflict. I must admit I did almost soil myself when those giant cruisers turned up!
Well, now that the fighting’s done, it's off to visit Didi out at Leest and see about improving this shielding and maybe pick off any fool stupid enough to interdict me along the way. Maybe even do some trading along the way and try and earn some scratch.