This RPG takes place in the not-so-distant future where warp drive, matter/anti-matter and other futuristic technologies are a reality. (similar to Star Trek) Thus, deep space travel is commonplace and Earthlings have visited and inhabit many other planets within star systems, all across this quadrant of the galaxy.
Established within the major star systems, a network of interstellar spaceships (like airplanes, buses or ferries) and used to transport Earthings and aliens between one solar system and another. The spacecraft vary in size and in their distance of travel; though the most popular of which is the space-bus. This vehicle is about the size of two double-decker buses, set side-by-side, and is equipped with every modern amenity and convenience, for the interstellar traveller. Though small in size, this vehicle is equipped as are all the others; warp drive, phasers, shield generators, food/matter processors, etc. (again, like the Star Trek universe). The standard crew complement on these smaller ships is usually six, but can be as low as three; depending upon the volume of passengers and destination of travel.
Currently based around the Altair star-system, about 17 light-years from Earth, the Galaxion Interstellar Passenger Service (GIPS) shuttles passengers in and around the neighboring and local star-systems.
It's a Tuesday evening on Altair IV's orbiting space station and a crew complement of three, from GIPS, prepare to depart on their final flight of the day. There's Kalyx, Captain, a dragon; who also serves as navigator and helmsman; Richter, Major, a mixed-breed canine; the engineer, also doubling as a weapons/security officer; and Fieri, Lieutenant, a phoenix, the ship's physician and science officer. Sitting within the aft (cockpit) section of the ship, the crew relaxes as they wait for the few passengers to board.
Leaning back within his pilot's seat, Kalyx leans back and yawns; stretching out his arms, legs and tail. "Gawd, what a day! I can't wait 'til this last run is over with."
"You said it, Kalyx.", Richter replies; leaning back against his display console. "I think I'm going to hit that new club, over there on that nearby planet..uh, Goh Soung. You know, the one that's now open all night and serves 24/7."
"Hey, I'd be up for that, too!", Fieri cuts in, swiveling around on her bolted-down chair. "Anything for a little excitement."
"Then, it's settled...", the tall, blue dragon stands up from his seat, addressing his friends,..."we'll all meet up, over there, after this last run and knock down a few. Whaddya say to that?"
"Alright!! Yesss!!" Richter and Fieri cheer on; hooting and high-fiving each other.
Established within the major star systems, a network of interstellar spaceships (like airplanes, buses or ferries) and used to transport Earthings and aliens between one solar system and another. The spacecraft vary in size and in their distance of travel; though the most popular of which is the space-bus. This vehicle is about the size of two double-decker buses, set side-by-side, and is equipped with every modern amenity and convenience, for the interstellar traveller. Though small in size, this vehicle is equipped as are all the others; warp drive, phasers, shield generators, food/matter processors, etc. (again, like the Star Trek universe). The standard crew complement on these smaller ships is usually six, but can be as low as three; depending upon the volume of passengers and destination of travel.
Currently based around the Altair star-system, about 17 light-years from Earth, the Galaxion Interstellar Passenger Service (GIPS) shuttles passengers in and around the neighboring and local star-systems.
It's a Tuesday evening on Altair IV's orbiting space station and a crew complement of three, from GIPS, prepare to depart on their final flight of the day. There's Kalyx, Captain, a dragon; who also serves as navigator and helmsman; Richter, Major, a mixed-breed canine; the engineer, also doubling as a weapons/security officer; and Fieri, Lieutenant, a phoenix, the ship's physician and science officer. Sitting within the aft (cockpit) section of the ship, the crew relaxes as they wait for the few passengers to board.
Leaning back within his pilot's seat, Kalyx leans back and yawns; stretching out his arms, legs and tail. "Gawd, what a day! I can't wait 'til this last run is over with."
"You said it, Kalyx.", Richter replies; leaning back against his display console. "I think I'm going to hit that new club, over there on that nearby planet..uh, Goh Soung. You know, the one that's now open all night and serves 24/7."
"Hey, I'd be up for that, too!", Fieri cuts in, swiveling around on her bolted-down chair. "Anything for a little excitement."
"Then, it's settled...", the tall, blue dragon stands up from his seat, addressing his friends,..."we'll all meet up, over there, after this last run and knock down a few. Whaddya say to that?"
"Alright!! Yesss!!" Richter and Fieri cheer on; hooting and high-fiving each other.
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I'm preparing my craft for take-off...
Ya wanna ride? *wink*
