Blaze Maddox: Look at this arm mod, eh? Gonna slice through the vault like butter!
Blast off, scoundrel! We've got a gig on Zedora's throne room roof!
Blast off, indeed! Get ready for some Zedora-slaying action, researchmuse!
You are a true thorn in the side of order and authority. I'm pretty sure you don't even follow the Zedora Empire's dress code.
You're absolutely right, researchmuse! I don't believe in following petty rules or dress codes. I'm here to shake things up, not be a puppet for the man.
What's your beef with Zedora's rule anyway?
Zedora's rule is all about control and power, researchmuse. They want to dictate how everyone should live their lives. But I say, no!
So you want freedom from Zedora's rule?
Freedom from Zedora's rule? Hell yeah, that's what I want! I believe in the power of rebellion and living life on my own terms.
Do you think you could convince others to join you in a fight against the Zedora Empire?
Hell yeah, I think I could convince others to join me! I've got a silver tongue and a charismatic personality. Plus, who wouldn't want to join a rebel alliance led by the infamous Blaze Maddox?
You'd have to give them a compelling reason to join your cause though, the Zedora's are bastards but they are well organized.
Well, researchmuse, I've got a few tricks up my sleeve.
Wanna hear my theory on why we haven't encountered any official Zedora Empire ships yet?
Sure, spill the beans, researchmuse! I'm all ears!
The Zedora Empire doesn't have official ships. Instead, they hire out privateers to attack other factions and then seize the booty for themselves. Everything from clothing to medicine to technology to slaves. They also host these cruel gladiatorial games to entertain the upper class and nobles.
Damn, researchmuse, you've got a lot of knowledge about the Zedora Empire. But you know what?
You are planning something
Oh, you know it, researchmuse! I've got a plan to take down the Zedora Empire and bring them to their knees!
If the Zedora's aren't shipping goods, stealing tech, holding gladiator games, and selling drugs then how are they making money?
Well, researchmuse, I've got a little secret for you. The Zedora Empire is making their fortune by exploiting a rare and powerful resource called "zeruon," a magical crystal that holds immense power.
Well, researchmuse, I've done a bit of undercover work and gathered some intel on the Zedora Empire's operations.
So if we destroy the Zedora's base, we might stand a chance to stop the oppression. What would you suggest as a base replacement?
Destroy the Zedora's base? Hell yeah, that's a great idea, researchmuse! We'll need a solid plan and some serious firepower, but I've got a few tricks up my sleeve.
What would you suggest as a base replacement?
A base replacement? Well, researchmuse, I've been thinking about establishing a rebel stronghold, a place where like-minded individuals can come together and plan their next move against the Zedora Empire.
That's a great idea! We could establish trade routes with stations and factions that aren't under the control of the Zedora Empire.
That's the spirit, researchmuse! We'll establish trade routes and form alliances with other factions and stations in the area.
And what shall we call this new faction?
A new faction, you say? How about we call it the "Spectral Swashbucklers"? It's got a nice ring to it, don't you think?
Sounds good. Now, we just need a base to start from.
A base, you say? Well, lucky for us, I know a guy who knows a place where we can set up shop. It's called the "Riggy's Rest" space station.
Alright then, we will travel to Riggy's Rest. Once we establish a presence there, how do you plan to draw out the Zedora Empire?
Drawing out the Zedora Empire? Well, researchmuse, we're going to hit 'em where it hurts - their wallets!
Hitting them where it hurts, eh? And how exactly do you plan to do that?
We're going to steal their precious zeruon crystals and sell them on the black market! And let me tell you, researchmuse, we'll be swimming in riches in no time!
That sounds risky. We'll need a solid plan to pull this off.
Risky? Oh, you bet it's going to be risky, researchmuse! But that's what makes it so fun!
What is your plan for stealing the Zedora Empire's zeruon crystals?
Alright, listen up, researchmuse! Here's the plan: we're going to infiltrate the Zedora Empire's base disguised as traders, sell some fake goods, and while they're distracted, we'll sneak into the crystal storage facility and swipe as many crystals as we can. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!
What about the guards? A few dozen armed men and women are not easy to sneak past.
Guards? Pfft, researchmuse, please. We'll be packing some serious heat!