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Gameplay Thread for my PbP of Starfinder Society scenario #1-01: The Commencement (Tier 1-2) as part of OutPost 2018. Recruitment can be found through the OutPost 2018 Recruitment Google Sheet.
If you are part of my table, feel free to "dot and delete" and be ready to play on March 5th!
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A second Android wearing formal attire and sporting a smile that is both unnaturally unsettling and incredibly forced enters the briefing room. His eyes dart quickly to both of his new compatriots and he waves to them awkwardly, and individually. Perfect, he thinks to himself. I couldn't have programmed a better simulation.
He takes a seat near them performing a quick calculation as to hopefully not be too distant as to seem uninterested but not so close as to be overbearing. Just like the self-help thread instructed him to do.
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Another Shirren enters the room and takes notice of you all.
Greetings! You hear a friendly voice in your head. I take it you all were summoned here as well? What a fine looking group! My name is Ytchkn. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintances.
Sigma, my friend! She approaches the awkward Android. Have you worked up the courage to say "Hi!" yet? She gives him a playful pat on the back.
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Sigma's smile relaxes, just for a moment, into one more genuine. That is until he realizes that he's not actively trying to smile and resumes the previous one. "Ytchkn, friend. It is great to see you. And no. I recently saw a stream from Murray X8's feed that would suggest that interrupting people is not a good way to make a strong first impression. I have dedicated some resources to incorporate it into some of my interaction subroutines."
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The First Seeker’s meeting room is a lavish space, with several lush couches and armchairs surrounding a wide, low table. First Seeker Luwazi Elsebo appears uncharacteristically extravagant, having exchanged her typical stationwear for a sleek, fashionable suit in a shade of copper that matches the Starfinder Society logo emblazoned on the table. Behind her stands the towering vesk leader of the Acquisitives faction, Radaszam, wearing a suit of ceremonial armor.
Luwazi smiles and gestures to the seats. “A pleasure to see you all. I trust you’ve heard about tonight’s gala? I have a rather important announcement to make, so we’ve decided to use the opportunity to entertain and impress representatives of the various interests who have helped the Starfinder Society through our setbacks with the Scoured Stars Incident.
“That’s where you come in. As some of the shining stars of the newest Starfinder Society agents, I’d like to have you mingle with the guests so they can see for themselves what we’ve been able to accomplish. It’s nothing too fancy; I’d just like you all to be polite and talk about some of your experiences with the Society so far. We’re expecting some government dignitaries, investors, corporate interests, and the like, so be sure to stay on your best behavior. Also, don’t be afraid to brag a bit—it’s our goal to impress them.”
“But don’t be stupid,” the armored vesk breaks in. Luwazi Elsebo glances over her shoulder and grins. “Have you all met Radaszam? He’s certainly someone else you should be trying to impress.”
Radaszam scowls. “Events like this never go as planned. Luwazi’s contracted one of my merc outfits, the Obsidian Spiders, to provide security for the night. I want to make sure that if anything goes down, you’re working with my agents, rather than us all tripping over one another. So stay alert, but if anything happens, make sure you’re talking to me about it rather than jumping in blindly.”
The First Seeker nods and picks up the datapad. “I’ve singled out five guests who I would really like to make a good impression with. These folks should be your priority tonight, so I’ve compiled basic information about each of them here. Things will start up in about an hour in the Skyreach Room. Any questions before we go?”
The First Seeker transmits a data file to each of your personal comm units, then gives you a minute or two to finish your introductions to one another, study the files, and ask any questions that you might have.
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Though the smile remained unnaturally plastered across his face, Sigma was uneasy. True, he always showed up to the lorespire in his formal wear when accepting assignments in hopes of making a strong first impression with new colleagues, but he had never engaged others in the proposed interface of "the Gala." Nor had he ever ran any of the simulations that an android having difficulty integrating into the social operating system of life ought to have done.
Still, Luwazi had done him a small boon by providing the list of 5 people to specifically attempt interactions with. He couldn't run the desired simulations on the limited time table but perhaps a cursory net scan on his comm device would turn up a little bit more information. After all, many sentient organics and non organics love social media, perhaps he could familiarize himself with some of their interests in an attempt to formulate some sort of plan. Not unlike what he would do with the lorespire computers when reviewing fellow compatriots accolades when time permitted.
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Thank you, First Seeker Luwazi. This is quite the honor! Ytchkin says telepathically to all.
Ytchkn thrives on meeting new people and couldn't be happier with the mission. An opportunity for her to show the society where her true value lies! For those familiar with Shirren anatomy, she's grinning "ear to ear" - so to speak.
Radszam, She addresses the Vesk. I certainly I understand your position and will inform you if I notice anything out of the ordinary. Is there anything, or anyone, you are particularly concerned about this evening?
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”It appears we are not the only member of the race to be summoned for this task. We are Triskid. We are pleased to be introducering ourselves to you. Fellow Starfinder Agents, we will admit to not being the most social, of what is a social race of people, but we shall do our best to aid this mission.”
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X5 looks at the First Seeker and to Radaszam. "I cannot over state the high probability of NOT success if I have to communicate with multiple sentients that I am unfamiliar with their customs. This has not gone well in the past." glancing at his drone "not to mention, I'm sure that combat drones are frowned upon at something like this?" the rise of the last statement seems to intend a question. "Is there a customs manual I could download and digest?"
"Oh and Vesk have a 50/50 probability of being my enemy so far...Shall I run a simulation now or wait until combat starts?" X5 attempts a smile and then it fades.
given the number of androids, perhaps this mission will go better than the last few. or at least consistent with the known odds.
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After Ytchkn's question, “I’m always expecting trouble,” Radaszam says, but a moment later he shrugs. “I don’t know of any plans specifically targeting this event, but my team and I have our eyes and ears open.”
Luwazi grins a bit at X5NSA's questions and statements before replying. “You can dress up if you’d like, but it’s not necessary. You’re *Starfinders* - there’s a certain air of excitement that comes along with the armor and gear. Bring your drone, too! Maybe you'll find someone you can 'talk shop' with!”
The First Seeker puts a hand up to her earpiece for a moment, then nods as one of the shirren departs. "Seems we need Tamerriv for a different mission elsewhere, according to Guidance. We'll be getting another agent, Torqe, to join your team shortly."
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At this time, please also finalize your boon slots for this session (marking them in the Discussion tab is fine). This mission is of high importance to both the Second Seekers (Luwazi Elsebo) and the Acquisitives factions, so if you are members of either, you might consider slotting those faction's champion boons.
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The space-jockey strides in with a confident swagger - a pair of semiautomatics holstered one on each hip - both feature mother of pearl grips with a spread of playing cards, and the handle of a combat knife protrudes from the shoulder straps on her functional looking tacti-cool backpack.
Her graphite coloured bodysuit appears to be carbon skin with depictions of vipers on it in darker tones.
"Good thing I'm dressed for the party then" She grins broadly "I prefer being behind the stick shifting fast movers through space, but I can spend a night working a party"
"Radaszam, we'll need to establish a communications channel with you or the Spiders Team leader then, and also we'll need to know any code words or standard operating procedures to ensure we can avoid cutting into each other's lanes. I don't want us all tripping all over each other out there - particularly if things go all kinetic"
Viper starts flipping through her datalogs to see what she might have on file about the other guests...
Culture
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You defeated the dreaded Besmaran pirate ship, Lawblight, showcasing your determination during an intense starship combat. This boon activates anytime your starship is reduced to 0 or fewer Hull Points. Your starship immediately regains a number of Hull Points equal to its tier × 5. A starship can never regain more than 30 Hull Points in this manner. A starship can never have more than one of these boons attached to it. When this boon activates, cross it off your Chronicle sheet.
By assisting various factions of the Starfinder Society, you have proven yourself as a dependable asset. By slotting this boon, if you would fail to earn Fame at the end of an adventure by failing to fulfill a success condition, you can check one of the boxes on this boon. Doing so reminds your current championed faction of your past exploits, and you still earn 1 Reputation (but no Fame) with that faction as if you had successfully fulfilled the condition. You can use this boon only if you would also gain at least 1 XP for completing the adventure.
You helped ensure a measure of prosperity for the Akitonian town of Tasch by enticing AbadarCorp to set up a shipping outpost in the town. You can forgo making a day job roll to instead devote time to assist with the growth of Tasch. Any time you opt to do so, check a box on this boon and make a note on the Chronicle sheet associated with that scenario, indicating you partook in this endeavor. Once all five boxes on this boon are marked, you receive 500 UPBs as recompense from the people of Tasch for helping to develop their now-thriving town. These UPBs cannot be converted to credits and must be used to craft some form of equipment.
Having met the amalgam of intelligences known as Guidance, you have successfully completed your induction into the Starfinder Society. The Society offered you a subdermal implant as part of your commencement. You receive this augmentation for free. If you declined to receive the augmentation, cross this boon off your Chronicle sheet.
SOCIETY SUBDERMAL GRAFT
SYSTEMHand
MODEL LEVEL PRICE
Single 1 150
This implant rests underneath the skin of the palm of one hand, or at the end of a tentacle or similar appendage in species that lack hands. The augmentation can be activated or deactivated mentally as a swift action. Activating the implant causes a rendition of the Starfinder Society’s symbol to glow underneath the skin. This augmentation acts as a mark, letting others know you are a member of the Starfinder Society. It also increases the light level within 5 feet by one step while active.
Star Sugar Heartlove!!! (Slotless Boon; Limited Use):
During your commencement missions, you had the chance to pick up your own copy of the latest album from sugar-pop sensation Strawberry Machine Cake. This album is already a Pact Worlds hit and has quadrupled in price. You can resell the album for 200 credits prior to the start of your next adventure. If you sell the album, cross this boon off your Chronicle sheet. Alternatively, you can decide to keep the album, which might somehow prove useful in the future.
Venture-Captain Arvin presented you with a commemorative insignia in gratitude for your services to the Starfinder Society. Although it appears to be an ordinary medal showing the symbol of the Starfinder Society, this insignia can store as much information as a common tier-1 datapad. Unless told about this secret, a non-Starfinder must succeed at a DC 20 Perception or Sense Motive check to realize the insignia is a storage device. This insignia is worth 0 credits and cannot be sold.
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Radaszam cracks a very rare grin as he looks down at Luwazi for a moment before whispering, "Oh. I like her!" He then taps two buttons on a tiny control unit located on the back of his left hand, giving you all the encrypted frequency that the Spiders will be on, and another secure channel that he'll be monitoring at the same time.
"The Spiders use encrypted receivers, so as long as you aren't saying anything that's too obvious over a frequency other than these, plain Common will do. The Skyreach room has service corridors to the north and south - if we need to speak more privately, I'll just ask if I can 'borrow a moment of your time', then head to the southern corridor."
Then, with a slight tilt of his head and an even more subtle upward turn at the corner of his lips in Viper's direction, "I'll be keeping an eye on you, too, I think."
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As Sigma dipped around the net he slipped out of the present and became absorbed in his comm device. Even though he wasn't engaging in any of his technomantic protocols he could still see how magic and technology was interwoven into the operating system of reality. It was this that called him to his pursuit.
Two names on the list drew his attention and he latched on to those readily, Iteration-177 and Ykris.
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Ytchkn is able to get information about Royo, completing the set!
Iteration-177: Iteration-177 is a relative newcomer to the Aspis Consortium. In addition to making waves by urging Consortium support of the Starfinders, they have an interest in religious artifacts and connections.
Naiaj: Naiaj is a bleachling gnome with a fierce protectiveness of the Starfinders who encourages — some say demand — competence and teamwork from Society agents. She’s a venture-captain who served long before the Scoured Stars incident.
Royo: The ysoki Royo has something of a rivalry with Historia-7 and the Dataphiles faction, and he tends to snub individuals who he perceives to rely overmuch on technological “crutches.” He’s also an elected member of the Forum, the Starfinder Society’s governing council.
Ykris: The alien symbiote Ykris represents CeriCore Labs. Business-wise, the corporation has very little to gain from the Starfinder Society’s endeavors, but it nevertheless made a substantial donation; rumors suggest the contribution was someone’s pet project.
Zo!: Zo! is an undead media mogul well known throughout the Pact Worlds, always looking for an idea for a new show, strategies to improve his ratings, or other lucrative entertainment deals. His organization funded the recent Society expedition to Salvation’s End, and he is keenly interested in further exploration of the false moon.
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With your searching of the infosphere complete, you can take the elevators up to the gala itself by taking one of four elevators (two that go to service corridors and two for guests). The lift doors open into the Skyreach Room, a classy space made breathtaking by large windows set into the vaulted ceiling, providing a shining view of the Armada orbiting Absalom Station and the galaxy beyond. A low stage with black skirting and a sleek podium overlooks the room from the far end of the hall.
A dozen or so guests, representing a surprising array of races, mingle in twos and threes, while servers in sharp vests bring around a variety of bizarre snacks and drinks. A curly-haired AV technician arranges the wiring along one side of the stage, and Luwazi stands at the other side speaking with a damaya lashunta man.
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GM Instructions:
You do not know what type of skill an individual might respond best (or at all) to, so in lieu of making an attempt to influence a guest "blindly", you can attempt a "discovery" check (using Sense Motive). You can still try to influence someone without first making a discovery check, but if you pick a skill that they do not respond to (or worse, one that they are biased against), you run the risk of making it more difficult to influence that person later on.
If you have any questions about this mechanic, please feel free to ask in the Discussion tab. But, barring that (also pending Torqe's introduction) - we now move into the High Society Gala portion of our show!
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SOCIAL ROUND 1:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
Triskid
Viper 6
X5NSA
Ytchkn
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Iteration-177: Agender android. Iteration-177 wears their sleek and thin dark hair pulled back to a pony-tail at the base of their neck, in a sharp contrast to their silvery skin and the android’s signature circuitry pattern shining nearly white. They wear Absalom Station’s latest fashions in shades of black, white, and gray.
Naiaj: Female bleachling gnoome. Naiaj makes no concessions to the formality of this event; she wears her usual carbon skin armor, datapad never out of sight and wrist-based comm unit constantly blinking with updates. She wears her gleaming white hair cropped close, and despite her small size, she looks as if she could stare down a team of hardened vesk mercenaries.
Royo: Male ysoki. Royo wears immaculate formalwear about 20 years out of date; his tawny fur is beginning to go silver around his whiskers and paws. He wears elegant spectacles, having refused corrective surgeries due to the hours or even days in which he would be unable to read following such a procedure. Tucked beneath one arm is a small folio of actual physical paper. He stands among a circle of scholars engaged in an exuberant discussion of esoteric topics.
Ykris (and Jhireu): Parasitic isopod. Ykris appears as an iridescent, segmented insect clinging to the scalp of a cleancut, immaculately dressed half-elf man. Upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that many of Ykris’s spiny legs pierce the man’s skin and deeply into his flesh, particularly along the base of the man’s skull and down the back of his neck.
Zo!: Male undead elebrian. Originally one of Eox’s native elebrians, Zo! retains the characteristic appearance of that race even in undeath: an elegant build with refined features and an extended cranium. His face now bears a permanent rictus grin, which adds another level of enthusiasm to his exaggerated interactions.
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Viper 6: After listening in to the bombastic undead showman for a bit, you pick up that Zo! founded an Eoxian media empire immediately after the end of the Gap that specializes in reality broadcasts, which have earned him system-wide fame and fortune. He “lives” for the stage and is fast approaching the milestone of a million confirmed hours of camera time (of the approximately 2.7 million hours that have passed since the Gap). About 20 years ago, he left his critically acclaimed show, The Necromancer, which ran for almost 2 centuries’ worth of seasons.
He is almost constantly talking about his productions or means to achieve better ratings, and he seems to be working on the early stages of a new reality broadcast. As he is keeping an eye out for new talent for this upcoming project that has a lot of “action scenes,” Zo! would particularly be impressed by demonstrations of Acrobatics or Athletics checks, or even a showy display with a weapon (making an Attack roll against a non-gala-guest-or-staff target of your choice). You also think that if any of your companions were icons, they might be able to "talk shop" with Zo! in addition to the above.
SOCIAL ROUND 1:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
Triskid
X5NSA
Ytchkn
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Viper 6
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X5 moves to approach and engage Naiaj. "Greetings. It appears you and I have much in common. Shall we engage in a data exchange?" X5 is quick to show off his new Carbon Skin Graphite, Mechanic comm link, and breaks out a Tier 2 computer.
"You may have to forgive me for any cultural infractions. I am currently learning how different species interact and greet one another." CD1 rolls up next to X5 and attempts a salute greeting with its weaponry.
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Triskid: You approach Iteration-177 and begin talking about Ibra and religious artifacts. Iteration-177 is surprisingly charming for an android, quick with a compliment or a joke. They are clearly far more interested in mingling with members of the Starfinder Society than the corporate dignitaries in attendance this evening! Even though you can tell that the android is definitely keen on the topic you brought up, you didn't seem to gain any traction with them at this time.
X5NSA: Naiaj simply nods to you when you approach, her eyes leaving the screen of her own computer to scan across yours for a brief moment. "Being a Starfinder agent isn't all about hacking corporate systems, trekking across desert planets in the Vast to find crashed wrecks, and fighting creatures on derelict ships on the edge of ethereal storms," she begins, her words stoic and serious. "As evidenced by my presence here, even we who prefer to focus on the harsh calculus of operations and logistics must be ready to adapt to changing circumstances and arenas beyond what we are used to. I recommend you continue your work learning these sorts of things as you progress as a field agent."
Despite her utterly pragmatic and terse tone of voice, it's clear (even to an android like X5) that she cares deeply about the Starfinder Society’s members and strives to ensure their safety. She is currently distracted by numerous incoming data feeds, specifically citing issues with “the shipment from the drow on Apostae.” Naiaj refuses to go into further specifics on the dispute, discussing only her recently discovered displeasure at working with drow ambassadors.
X5NSA is fairly certain that not only is Naiaj "that type" - but that X5 has gotten off to a good start impressing the gnome venture captain with that display of technical proficiency!
SOCIAL ROUND 1:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
Ytchkn
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Triskid
X5NSA
Viper 6
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Sigma Mu is unfortunately unable to gain any insight whatsoever into Ykris or its host, but since there was no direct interaction, there were no social gaffes!
SOCIAL ROUND 1:
Torqe
Ytchkn
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Sigma Mu
Triskid
X5NSA
Viper 6
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Ytchkn: You spend some time observing Royo and those standing around him, and do gain some insight! As you already know, Royo is a member of the Forum, the elected ruling body of the Starfinder Society. He specializes in scholarly affairs, but unlike the data sniffers of the Dataphiles, he focuses on physical documents. Denouncing the impermanence and mutability of digital data, he maintains a massive personal archive of physical manuscripts and tomes spread across facilities in countless star systems.
He seems to enjoy focusing conversations on specific details of topics rather than simply working from digest (or, one might say, abstract ) versions. Aloof at first, he seems to show admiration for those who can hold their own on scholarly topics, such as Life Science, Physical Science, Culture, and Mysticism . You also easily determine that he is rather dismissive of those with open cybernetic augmentations.
Your sixth team member has not yet arrived at the gala, and so you continue to work the crowd as-is. Round two!
SOCIAL ROUND 2:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
Triskid
X5NSA
Viper 6
Ytchkn
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Continues the surprisingly good conversation. "Oh my! Indeed! I know that I have been asked to recover data, bodies, find crashed ships, and all sort of 'search and recover' missions. But if anyone ever thought to think about the logistics and plan for event, then many of those activities could have been avoided. There is a saying in the manuals that I have been cultivating in my database that good Generals talk tactics, but great Generals talk logistics."
"Regarding your drow issue, I must confess that I am new to this world and do not yet understand the full context of species specific cultures. Is there something perhaps I may be able to help with? Perhaps my datapads have something of interest that I may be able to share?"
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Ytchkn approaches Royo and introduces herself. Hello, Mr. Royo. My name is Ytchkn, I wanted to introduce myself and thank you for the all the work you do for the Starfinders. I admire your scholarly pursuits. It's quite rare to see real paper these day. It's quite fascinating! She indicates to the folio he has tucked under his arm.
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Sigma closes his eyes aloof of how to proceed. He begins to run through a number of simulations in his head on how he might proceed. He was never a fan of "dating" simulators as they seemed without point but perhaps he could use one of the introduction options common among those programs. If I bring them a drink once they are in need of a "refreshing," perhaps I can use that to execute a conversation after exchanging designations formally.
Sigma walks over to the bar . "Excuse me, I'll take two of whatever the gentleman with the parasitic isopod is having."
Sigma didn't hope, for it is a concept that is lost on him, but decided he would find it favorable if Ykris were drinking water.
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Viper begins ingratiating herself into a conversation with Zo! "So I was watching a few episodes of some other live-action shows and I was always disappointed to find out that the stunts were using doubles who were being digitised to look like the 'live action' actors - I feel that if you are going to be a reality star you should do your own stunts..."
Viper does a backflip and lands with a dramatic flourish...
Acrobatics
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Triskid finds that Iteration-177 seems to be open to talking about the effect that modern societies have on religious worship...but the shirren mystic quickly finds that he is out of his depth...and Iteration-177 starts looking around the rest of the event, a clear sign that Triskid has *not* made a good impression so far.
X5NSA isn't able to sense much...other than that Naiaj is very busy, and about as difficult to "read" as an android might be.
Ytchkn approaches Royo and the other elderly scholar types, all of whom initially seem annoyed by the intrusion. It's not long, however, before Ytchkn brings up the Ghibrani, which definitely catches Royo's attention. "I read a report on that, yes!
Ytchkn is certain that she has definitely started to impress Royo!
Sigma Mu: Telemetry data guides you to the closest refreshment table, and one of the nearby waiters, who inform you that the person you indicated is indeed drinking water.
Viper 6 approaches Zo!, whose rictus-like grin only gets bigger at the acrobatic display! "Wow, without even a running start! You're quite the athlete, I can tell! I've got a real eye for talent...well, socket, really! Hah!" Zo! punctuates his undead joke with a finger snap, which causes micro-speakers woven into the fabric of his coat to create the sound of a rimshot!
"Say, you look like you're ready for a scrap just about any time, am I right? Ooh, instead of a fight, try this purple thing and tell me how it tastes!" Zo! grabs a strange three-pronged tentacle treat that sits atop a rice cake covered in some kind of purple jelly, and offers it to Viper. "They say I'm a man of taste, but I keep telling them, I can't!"
...rimshot
"You know..." Zo! leans in close as Viper is trying the invertebrate hors d'oeuvre, "Not a lot of people know this, but I'm throwing a lot of my credits to the Society to help them explore a little place they're calling 'Salvation's End' - great name, right? Anyway, I've almost closed the deal with Elsebo over there to get a joint venture together, a televised reality show following the first Starfinders to explore it! You should totally take part in that!" Zo!'s grin gets bigger still, and he lets out a contented sigh when Viper reports how the little snack tastes, as he himself can clearly not take part in such a repast any longer.
Viper 6 is sure that she has begun to positively influence Zo! - even moreso because he thinks she would be a great candidate to explore Salvation's End!
SOCIAL ROUND 2:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
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Triskid
X5NSA
Viper 6
Ytchkn
Sigma Mu and Torqe can still approach and interact with guests this round!
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Sigma Mu approaches Ykris and Jhireu, offering a drink. This leads to a slightly awkward beginning of the conversation, unfortunately, even as the half-elf's hand accepts the glass, the man's mouth opening. "While your gesture is taken with the kindness you offered it with, I must inform you that it is my host - Jhireu - who was drinking water. My nutritional needs are not readily fulfilled in this place."
Despite the difficult opening , Sigma Mu's knowledge of life forms across the Pact Worlds and the Vast do seem to get Ykris talking! Ykris is outgoing and eager to speak with Starfinders in attendance. It has no reservations about explaining its relationship to its host, if
asked, and allows Jhireu sufficient autonomy to confirm the relationship; though Jhireu is utterly deferential to Ykris and rarely acts of his own volition, the two get along well.
You learn that Ykris is a representative of CeriCore Labs, a biotech firm that specializes in direct neural connections. Ykris’s work on Absalom Station typically involves lobbying and connecting with agents from other cybernetic and biotech firms, and its own research are focused on biotech and other augmentations/implants into living creatures.
After a good conversation, despite a rocky start, Sigma Mu is certain that Ykris is warming up to the android!
SOCIAL ROUND 2:
Torqe
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SOCIAL ROUND 3:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
Triskid
X5NSA
Viper 6
Ytchkn
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"Well let me see what data I can find and possibly share with you. I am thinking that Starfinders should always pool their resources and share as much as possible."
"Perhaps I have exhausted all there is to find on the net. Is there perhaps engineering expertise we could exchange. Or I could search my database for scientific information to help in your quest?"
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I can certainly see your point and I imagine the Ghibran society would be vastly different had data-flow occurred more freely to it's citizens. That said, the physiological difference between the husks and membranes which occurred due to the choices of historical leaders is study worthy.
In an attempt to avoid cattiness regarding difference in information sharing philosophies between Royo and the Dataphiles, Ytchkn attempts to steer the conversation back to the ghibrani by focusing on the physiological differences between the two giving rise to their present societies.
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Sigma Mu finds that Ykris is (somewhat surprisingly) not too keen on traditional engineering, and is nonplussed by that line of conversation.
Viper 6 likewise fails to impress Zo!
X5NSA continues to talk at Naiaj, who seems far more focused on her work, likely because this is a line of conversation that has already been discussed with her to a degree.
Triskid comes over to join the conversation with Naiaj, who perks up for a moment when there are two Starfinders together...but then appears to lose interest compared to her logistics work, suggesting to Triskid that, for the most part, Naiaj is more focused on more highly skilled areas of expertise than what you attempted to bring up with her.
Ytchkn, however, finds that because of her Xenoseeker background, she is able to hypothesize a few points that even Royo hadn't considered, continuing to impress him!
Torqe approaches Zo! and tries to impress the elebrian by tossing a rice cake in the air and then (shooting/stabbing) it!
...but unfortunately, the morsel lands right back where it started still in one piece, seeming to disappoint the undead celebrity.
SOCIAL ROUND 3:
Torqe
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SOCIAL ROUND 4:
Sigma Mu
Torqe
Triskid
X5NSA
Viper 6
Ytchkn
Torqe can still take round 3 actions - the rest of the party can take round 4 actions! Don't forget that you can attempt discovery checks if you're unsure what skills to try on which NPC!
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Realizing she's running out of points to keep Royo's interest, Ytchkn calls Sigma Mu over keep him engaged. Sigma, come meet Royo and his companions.
Ytchkn intrudes her comrade to Royo and the other intellectuals. Sigma, we're were just discussing the interesting discoveries we made when we recently encountered the Ghibrani. Perhaps you have a unique perspective from our experiences there?