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I am sorry to do this so soon after we started up, but I think I am going to bow out of this game. It is not quite what I want currently.

I do hope for the best for everyone else. I hope its is very enjoyable for everyone.

Take care, good luck, and roll well.

C'tikt-6 out.

Loading their gun. Focusing on the vibrations around them. 6 is ready to move in.

"Hmm, if you need, you can use my comm unit. It provides a small light emitting diode that will help."

Comm units can act as flashlights. Though not great versions. Guess I don't have the light spell

Taking careful aim at the remaining drone, 6 takes another shot
vs EAC + Get'em: 1d20 + 3 + 1 ⇒ (4) + 3 + 1 = 8

The ray of energy flies off into the sky.
Ammo: 18/20

Yeah, those are the rules for Critical Hits. There are no rules for fumbles.

Yeah fumbles are not RAW at all. They are just up to the GM.

Honestly, would have liked to know that was the case before playing. I am not a fan of fumbles, personally. Unless they are just fluff and flavor, but not crunch.

6 Takes aim with the charged up weapon.
Engineering to see how these work: 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

Rifle vs closest: 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (15) + 3 = 18
Damage: 1d8 + 4d6 ⇒ (1) + (1, 1, 4, 2) = 9

Aha! Upon further observation, I think I figured out the issue with my attack roll. 1d2 is not a d20. Oops.

Welp, guess it was fated to be so. :/

HA!

Quickly scoping the closer drone with their rifle. But waves their hand over their gun, with a silent flash of red light the rifle glows a soft red glow.

Cast Supercharge weapon

Sorry for being a bit frustrated last night. I just felt lost, and didn't know what else to say.

Just because my GMing style is different, doesn't mean you should change..

Forgive the frustration. I am excited to keep going.

Nodding "Agreed. My thoughts are we need to either learn what we can from them, maybe come up with a balance, or we need to return with our suggestions to not relocated a colony. If the ship wants to return with a military force, that is their decision. Our job is to learn what we can, and return with that info. We can take care of oursevles, but we are not here to bombard the planet."

Turning to the elves "I think we need a chance to meet these Dark Ones and learn what we can first hand. We need to return to our ship with full load of information."

Not sure where to go with this.

We as characters are "stalled" walking through all of our options. There is currently no one making the decision. I can tell you have a plan for us, but you are only ever giving us one line responses.

Please go into more detail! Your posts should be longer than any of ours! Give us detail, flavor, dialog, and when it's needed just do a one line response.

When you see all of us posted and stalled push us in a direction.

I don't want to make a fuss. I just feel semi lost in this game. Give us more. Please.

Very curious what you expect us to do.. If you want us to go to the cave, then give is bread crumbs.. If you want us to avoid it because of drones then say so.. Right now we are confused.

1. Drones.. ok avoid those.
2. Dark folk have info
3. Also avoid them
4. Ok... umm.. do we go back? Planet is ok.. sorta
5. Are we supposed to fully prepare this planet via killing the Dark folk? I have no idea if that is the goal of our mission. Is the alignment of our mission kinda evil, which gives us a delima?
6. Do we go back? What is our end goal?

Please.. Need more info.

"Kidnaping drones? Why would they teach that elf Aklo if they wish to eat him, and his kin. Well as far as I can tell this planet would be a great place to settle, except for the underground race of people who wish to eat the surface dwellers"

Pointing down "If they have language, and are willing to teach it to at least one elf, they might be willing to work out a trade deal. We provide meats on the surface, as in life stock, and they can trade their technology. If all they want is to eat us, and have no sense of morality at all.. This planet might not be the right choice."

With a wide gesture "Orbital Bombardment might be a bit much, and might not actually accomplish what we wish. They lived through a huge transition of power, deep under ground. Without knowing we have rooted them out of every whole, there is a lot of places to hide inside a planet surface. In fact, we have no idea how many there are! I say we either get out of here, or try to talk to these Dark Folk. More information is needed"

6 sais all this with a very dead pan expression. While still looking along the horizon for any drone.

Nodding to the group, then to our elf guide "I think we need to discuss this with our group. Do you mind if we step out and discuss. You have been kind with your knowledge sharing. Much appreciated"

When given a chance to walk away. 6 pulls out their comm unit and relays through the ship to Team A "Comms open. Team A, we wish to report and ping an idea off of you. What is your status?

Yeah.. at least radio Team A and see waht they found.

With a small buzzing sound "Maybe that isn't a good idea. Though I do feel we should learn more about these people. If people are to live here, they should know the dangers."

"Maybe we should report back. Check in with Team A. Our superiors should know the dangers and we can get feedback on how to proceed."

Ok sounds like a dangerous thing. Not something we can just talk to. I vote we head back to our ship, and report our findings. I don't believe we are the decision makers of the ship, so we should report to someone who is. Otherwise, techically the planet is habitable and there is room for them, according the elves. So our "mission" is complete, just need to let them know of the dangers. Doesn't make sense, for our role in this, to just go fight or talk to these dark elves (or whatever) without being told to

Nodding "Yes, an underground society filled with people who speak Aklo does not seem the most positive. Though, if we are have some of our ship move here, we should know as much of the dangers as possible. And maybe more importantly, they may have technology to help the ship as well as any future residence here."

Touching their gun, "But we can be careful during this meeting, if they agree to introduce us."

With a blank bug eyed stair "The Dark Ones.. Do they maintain their grasp on technology of your ancestors? Do you communicate and trade with these dark, underground, individuals? Before we make any decisions, we would like to meet any possible groups we might end up interacting with."

Looking to the group "I hope I did not overstep my parameters by asking this. We should meet these Dark Ones as well."

Looking over the devices "These are fascinating. Sadly we do not understand the language spoken. Would you be willing to convert it to the common language we speak?"

Thinking a second.

"On that note. I learned this tough while researching some more obscure technology. How do you, and your people, know Aklo? It is known to be a language of strange beasts and of dark lands. How are you taught?"

While others are talking, 6 would try to look closer at these rings. Taking their time to look it over.

Detect magic cast, as well as take 10. Would take 20, but don't want to mess with them directly to cause a cultural incident

Yea I figured Comprehend Languages would work, but there are no prepared casters in Starfinder. So since I don't know that spell there is no way to learn it for the day. There is also no way to make a spell gem without already knowing the spell. Will need to think about it on level up. Magic is a lot more limited.

Mysticism: 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (4) + 4 = 8

There are no prepared casters in Starfinder. We are all spontaneous. So no preparing after the fact! Magic has taken a back seat a bit.

"Yes, a translation into Aklo would be good"

6 also walks closer to these rings and looks them over. Curious if they are mystical or technological, or some hybrid.

is there a roll to learn about these rings?

Will be interesting how we fit into those over time.

Also curious how Table Top Characters fit into those characters. As Table top stories sorta grow organically, vs a standard fantasy/sci-fi story.

Also not understanding the language 6 projects to their companion, "Anyone else understand this? Probably a forsight not to have Elvish ready to understand. Might need to look into technomagic that will help"

Ha. Well I guess I would want to read it first. Honestly, don't mind if my character concept gets used.

Well after you write it, using our characters or not, I would be curious to read it.

I don't mind you using my character. As long as you don't make money on it. :-)

Hearing about the rings, 6 projects "Yes please. We would be very interested in that and your history. Thank you"

I understand the reason we are not in clothes. All I am saying is I assume we would totally understand why they (the elves) are in clothes. In fact, being exposed to the elements on this planet (including wind), no matter the temp.. Those of us not in armor might feel a bit weird.

Hearing about the ancestors 6 gets a bit excited, lines on their face glow and pulse. "There could be technology here. We really should see these ruins. Also pretty entertaining that they call label their level of advancement so plainly"

Even though they are excited, 6 stays back and lets the others talk.

I have to think while we don't wear clothes normally, it would be totally logical for others to. Or are we fully "brainwashed" into not understanding clothes?

6 follows along, eager to see these ruins. Though a bit disappointed at the lack of technology around.

Though, out in space, you never know what could be buried.

As can I. Doing it telepathically.

Awesome. Thanks!

The helps me understand a bit more. Much thanks

I appreciate the choices. I think that will help direct us.

But along with Alyson's comments. I think our characters have an idea of what is going on more than us as players. I am acting like 6 knows what is happening and what is required of them. You gave us a great breakdown of the lore and of the ship, but not as much about what we know going in. Just feel like we could (as players) use a debrief of what exactly we are doing down here.

Just looking for a place to bring some people to settle? Or anything more specific?

Again, thank you. Just trying to get in the headspace for this game :)

Understanding Aklo as well, 6 chimes in. Silently to the elves, but sent to the minds of their companions, "One big question I have.. Are the Ancestors' also elves? We don't know why the elves are here to begin with, so it could be that this city predates them being here."

6 walks forward with the elf eager to see these ruins. "Thank you for showing us these ruins. I assume, based on you wishing to show us, that they are not off limits to outsiders? We do not wish to interfere with your culture."

Again to their group "Does it seem odd to you that they seem as ok with us as they are?"

Thanks. It doesn't need to be Choice A or Choice B. Just some freely given info that we can work with. At least till we get a grasp of the story and direction you want to take us.

Hopefully we didn't land on a elf child.. :)

Sending out a quick telepathic message to the group "Alyson and Retri, we could use your skills out here. Looks like we might have landed right in the native's land. Could use your communication skills"

6 raises their hands in a non threatening gesture as possible. Knowing they look very odd compared to these Elves. Hopefully the humans of the group could connect with them better.

Forgive me.. I am trying to find the balance of directed and undirected play. We are pushing things forward, but it feels like we should have a bit more info or subtle push in a direction.

I am not trying to critique the style of GMing, I just worry we are floudering a bit. We are all getting used to the flow of these characters and the game.

@GM: I for one would like a bit of railroad tracks placed in front of us. At least to start. Maybe more details of what we are going into.. Or choices to make. Right now its all blank slate, but also feels like you have an idea of the painting already. Please give us some choices.

If that is not your visual, please let me know. I am all for being the character to just make decisions and push forward. I just feel like we have all gone almost 3 pages of the thread with very little information. Help me find the thread a bit. Or let me know if you are going with a fully track/threadless game.

Again, not frustrated, just feel a bit lost and confused as to what to do other than post another post of "6 agrees.. and walks forward toward the thing"..

With a nod "Yes I have a basic layout of the area recorded. I say we approach and see what comes up. Baring anything interesting cropping up, we should just head for the closest building. Making sure to keep an eye out for the Native Elves or other Native species. We should try to avoid disturbing this place till it is necessary"

6 opens the ship door and heads out.

Do we know much about Maximinus Aelius

"Sounds like we should just get this done."
6 does a quick diagnostic on himself, and his strange techno magical subsystem. All good to go.

6 pulls out their comm unit and with a swift click of a few keys everyone's comm units ding. "There, everyone should have my address. That was a great idea, M."

Grabbing their supplies, checking their gun once again. Checking levels of batteries "While I am processing it, I can transfer charges between batteries. If any of you start to run low, I can consolidate power between them."

Nodding over to Alyson "That was great flying. It was great to see what a human and a ship can do together. I feel safe while you fly."

6 walks to the air lock, but does not go through first. Waiting for others to collect themselves.

Feeling secure in the ship, 6 still watches the sensors briefly dip into the yellow zone. Watching for anything out of the ordinary.

With a mellow tone in everyone's head "This is exciting". It almost comes off as sarcastic.

Without looking up from the screen "Looks like our information was correct. We should approach Site B. Unless you wish to try to communicate with Team A."

Noticing how the engines interact with the power draw of the generator. 6's circuit lines light up and pulse along with the ship.

Getting ready for the jump they watch the folding energies transition us through to a new place.

Noticing M "Hello M. Did you want to take a look at the systems? Facinating what we see out there. You can watch while I do a scan"

Looking through the ship's scanning equipment at what is in front of us. Basic information about the planet, plus any dangerous activity that might be flying around the space. Other ships, etc.

Computers: 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (5) + 9 = 14

Watching all the systems and subsystems light up. Energy flowing into all the technology. Watching this happen brings an palpable excitment to 6's frame.

Ready to head out. Excited to see what the ship scanners will pick up.

"Ship computer systems are Go"

Raising one arm 6 broadcasts "I believe my talents are best used on scanners and computer systems. We are going to need someone to help manage everyone else. Not directly on a subsystem, but managing the system that is the personel. Retri, from your communication patter, you might be best suited to handle people and even communications outside of the ship. At least while Alyson handles flying."

Turning back to their console "At least that is my read on you. I have always preferred computers to biological life forms. So I may be misreading."

Yeah I had posted a bunch of options related to roles in the ship.

I do think that a high Diplomacy would help make a good Captain. Retri fits the best because Alyson has the highest Pilot (which matters a bit more).

I am happy to be in the Science Officer role. I think it fits best right now. I assumed sitting and playing with the terminal fit that best. But happy to roll with whatever.

You still need DEX to shoot. You just get to replace BaB for Pilot Ranks, which is nice. Low dex can still hurt a gunner though.

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A Terror Attack! Oh man. Take care, I know I am not going anywhere. Hope everyone is ok.

6 Heads in, finds whatever locker is left. It matters not, unless we are in immediate danger in the ship, and there would be other things to deal with.

He does find the closest terminal on the bridge to start digging around in the subsystem. Learning everything he can. Blueprints, schematics. Learning the ins and outs. Why look at the exterior of a bulkhead with parts behind it, when all the important data for the ship is right inside the computer.

6 Types away. Learning, what they believe to be, more than anyone walking around looking at things.

6 walks into the hanger, eager to look at the inner workings.

While looking at the ship, "I should be of some use in on computer systems as well as dealing with the mechanics of the ship. Though I don't believe I am the best to pilot the ship itself."

Walking forward to the ship, 6 puts their hand on the ship itself. Sensing the life inside, the energy moving through the ship itself. What have you seen, what discoveries lie deep in your make up. I wish to learn about you

6 stops and turns around "Is the location of this planet already in the system?"

I was not sure about bringing my gun. But figured a retcon of "Oh yeah I would have known to bring it" was acceptable.

Still gotta feel out the game. I am sure you are fine. It adds fun character flavor if anything! :)

Tapping on the long arm draped over their main arms. "I am set, though a small arm might come in handy. If they are offered, I would appreciate a back up weapon"

"Let us hope this is just an exploration mission. I am eager to learn all I can."

C'tikt-6 is ready