[Ship] Measures to ameliorate my disastrous in-game financial status, part-3

[Bodi]

As said in the title, something has to be done about my accounts, after having realized that I own only 7 dbs.

Luckily, there are 3 ships readily available, I built them many months ago, now it's time to put them into good use. I hope they'll sail safely and swiftly and earn me a bunch of doubloons this turn.

It's an upgraded version of the new Creator ship, it has a longer and taller hull than the original one.

Here's the third one: Le Fastoche

Class:4

Cost:300

Range: 4

Maneuvre: 2

Firepower: 2

Crew: 3

Cargo: 5

Hull: 2

Total: 18

[NOD]

Very nice ship, I like it much better than the original Creator ship. It's longer and wider, the forecastle is a little narrow but the rest is good.

[Professor Thaum]

The crew is weird. Good job on the rear castle, and I like that name very much !

[Bodi]

On 11/15/2021 at 2:20 PM, NOD said:

Very nice ship, I like it much better than the original Creator ship. It's longer and wider, the forecastle is a little narrow but the rest is good.

 

Thanks NOD.

4 hours ago, Professor Thaum said:

The crew is weird. Good job on the rear castle, and I like that name very much !

The crew comes from the Creator set, nothing fancy, they got pirate torsos, but I guess we can also use them as common sailors.

[Professor Thaum]

I refered to Daddy No Legs, rather than the creator crew

[Mesabi]

@Bodi

A letter has arrived for Berart Mazan: (Or whoever in game owns your ships.)

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Dear Monsieur Berart Mazan,

        I recently have become aware of the low balance in your holdings, and your simultaneous completion of multiple vessels. This places you in a predicament. You must again beg and embarrass the other members of your country for a bailout, or risk your ships sitting like bored walruses in drydock.

        HOWEVER you have a different choice this MCRA! The WTC needs our vast private army moved to another corner of the Brick Seas, and we would be willing to foot the licensing bill, and MCRA upkeep costs, in exchange for WTC captains commanding the vessels for 1 MCRA turn. 

        In addition, in further proof of my generosity, we would be willing to build a small logistic office in the Oleander settlement of your choice. By taking my offer, we can strengthen the bonds between our nation, after that dreadful scuffle of last year. Don't do it for yourself, do it as a service to your country. I eagerly await your response. 

Sincerely,

Count Mesabi of Debonshire,

Veteran of the Juniper Wars, CEO of the Wayfarer Trading Corporation, the Fortifier of Nova Malto, Founder of the Grand City of Mesabi Landing, Sailor of the South, and Purveyor of Artiodactyla and Equine Meats, Conqueror of Fatu Hiva

 

[Bodi]

On 11/16/2021 at 11:33 PM, Professor Thaum said:

I refered to Daddy No Legs, rather than the creator crew

I have no idea where it comes from.

@Mesabi

Here's a letter from Mazan.

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To Count Mesabi of Debonshire, Veteran of the Juniper Wars, CEO of the Wayfarer Trading Corporation, the Fortifier of Nova Malto, Founder of the Grand City of Mesabi Landing, Sailor of the South, and Purveyor of Artiodactyla and Equine Meats, Conqueror of Fatu Hiva

Dear monsieur le comte,

I acknowledge the receipt of your letter sent lastly and I appreciate very much your kind offer.
To be frank, I must say that you have assessed accurately my financial status, which has been drained out by the large scale conflict last year. Too much efforts have been made to reach that military objective, with the commission of a large fleet and land troops.
Now, with the conclusion of the TV affair, it's time to switch my attention to something more lucrative, for example leasing part of my ships to daring entrepreneurs, including but not limited to: the WTC of Kingdom of Corrington.
Furthermore, my men kept a pleasant memory of your hospitality, especially those who were involved in the Nova Malto affair. I'm pleased that you gave me this opportunity to express my gratitude in return.
Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Cordially,

Berart Mazan, 

Duc de Boussac, Secrétaire d’État des Colonies, Grand Officier de l’Ordre Royal de Saint-Arltrees, Défenseur de la monarchie, Protecteur de Nola Mar, Conquérant de King's Port, de Silthonia, de Plinton, etc...

Appendix A
Special conditions:

The leased ships shall remain under the command of their Olean captains,  they will be available for hire and would be willing to convoy under a WTC Convoy Commander.

The payment shall be made by the WTC, half of sum shall be paid prior to the deadline for this MRCA turn and another half when the convoy reaches its destination. 

The WTC is allowed to set a subsidiary in the Olean settlement of Ile sous le Vent, the local authority (if there's any) shall guarantee the safety of the WTC employees and shall work together with the aforementioned commercial institution to benefit to the growth of the both parties.

 

[Mesabi]

On 11/18/2021 at 5:58 PM, Bodi said:

Here's a letter from Mazan

Reply:

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Dear Berart Mazan, 

     We are pleased to find that you are amenable to helping the WTC with our shipping needs, even as your countrymen reject our services in their war against the Lotus Empire. The WTC is pleased to find an ally in your company, and we look forwards to future operations. 

    We will of course, have to examine new KPA issues before any concrete plans are set into action. But until then, we find your terms agreeable, and more than fair. We will also look into establishing a subsidiary upon Soup Island, and we plan to begin construction soon. 

 Warmest Regards, 

Count Mesabi of Debonshire

Veteran of the Juniper Wars, CEO of the Wayfarer Trading Corporation, the Fortifier of Nova Malto, Founder of the Grand City of Mesabi Landing, Sailor of the South, Purveyor of Artiodactyla and Equine Meats, and Conqueror of Fatu Hiva

We'll have to wait till the next KPA for any specific arrangements, but I am glad to be able to deal with you. I look forwards to working with you soon....

[Bodi]

To: Count Mesabi of Debonshire

Sometime you have to be patient when dealing with OL aristocrates, since they have to follow all kinds of etiquettes and formalities. However, the fact they are having this negotiation with you countrymen means they wish to improve the mutual understanding and smooth the tension between our two kingdoms.

Personally, I'm looking forward to meeting you soon, whether on OL soil or COR territory.

Cordially,

Berart Mazan, Duc de Boussac.