E. Masterson - Mission D (Wing Commander Privateer)
This article is about the Wing Commander Privateer mission. For the Privateer Righteous Fire mission, see E. Masterson - Mission D.
| E. Masterson - Mission D | |
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| Date | 2669 |
| Type | Escort Mission |
| Jumps | 0 (Oxford) |
| Payment | 10,000 credits |
| Objectives | Go to Oxford, Nav 1
Defend Merchant |
| Cargo | Alien Artifact (1) |
| Designation | S3MD |
| Previous | E. Masterson - Mission C |
| Next | Lynn Murphy - Mission A |
| Saved Game | S3MD.SAV |
E. Masterson - Mission D is a mission in Wing Commander Privateer. It may be accessed by talking to E. Masterson at the library on Oxford in the Oxford system after completing E. Masterson - Mission C.
Mission Description
Meet with the University supply ship at Oxford system, Nav 1 and escort it safely to Oxford.
Pays 10000 credits.
Mission Layout
| Location | # | Faction | Ships | Intelligence | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford System | |||||
| Nav 1 | 1 | Merchant | Drayman | confident pro | friendly |
| 5 | Pirate | Talon | fanatical aces | ||
Maps
Oxford
Mission Briefing
Initial Offer
Library
- MASTERSON
- I don't have time to swap pleasantries, $NM.
- PLAYER
- Here's your payment of 10,000 credits for the last mission.
- We have an incoming freighter laden with materials about to be attacked by several fighters.
- Valuables as well as vital supplies are aboard.
- You'll probably find it somewhere near Nav 1, Oxford system.
- Rendezvous with the freighter and bring it back safely...
- ...and return here for library access...along with a final payment of 10,000 credits.
- PLAYER
- How long before they strike?
- MASTERSON
- They could arrive at any moment. Please, will you help?
| Accept | Refuse |
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Accepted
Library
- MASTERSON
- Of all the...what are you doing here?
- Our freighter is being attacked even now!
- Unless you hurry up, vital supplies will be lost!
- PLAYER
- Well, I...
- MASTERSON
- What are you standing there for?
- Get to Nav 1 and protect our freighter...
- ...or kiss your precious access good-bye.
- NOW MOVE!
Rejected
Library
- MASTERSON
- Look, $NM, our freighter is about to be attacked, and I don't have time to waste with you.
- That freighter is carrying vital supplies, and we can't afford to lose it.
- It's at Nav 1, Oxford.
- I told you, if you want 10,000 credits and access to our files, you need to defend it!
- Your endowment will be complete as soon as you return here successfully.
- Will you help us, or not?
| Accept | Refuse |
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Failure
Library
- PLAYER
- So what's next? Evicting bookworms? Repossessing delinquent library cards?
- MASTERSON
- How about retirement?
- PLAYER
- What do you mean?
- MASTERSON
- Our deal is null and void. You failed a task I gave you.
- That's not the way to earn access to the Oxford Library, sir.
- PLAYER
- Look, I need that access. Just give me another chance.
- MASTERSON
- Impossible, I'm afraid. Now kindly leave...or I'll have security assist you out.
Completed
Library
- MASTERSON
- The freighter is safe, thanks to you, $NM.
- PLAYER
- Skip the hearts and flowers. My library access...?
- MASTERSON
- Everything has been arranged. And here's your final payment of 10,000 credits.
- Good luck with that personal business. I hope you find what you're looking for.
Privateer Playtester's Guide
E. MASTERSON - MISSION D
| Summary | Once again Masterson offers you an escort mission. He needs a Drayman filled with supplies to make its delivery unimpeded. This is your final mission before gaining access to the research facilities. |
| Payment | 10,000 plus access to the Library. |
| Requirements | Protect the Drayman and ensure its safe arrival at Oxford. |
| Opponents | The Drayman will be waiting at Nay I, where it will be attacked by five pirate Talons (fanatical pros). |
- Well, now you're in some trouble. It seems that you get to escort another Drayman back to Oxford, but this time, it is being attacked by five Talons. You'll have to move fast and attack quickly, as usual. If you have missile launchers, start blast-ing away as soon as you get a lock The faster you destroy the Talons, the quicker you get back and gain access to the Library. - "Deetchman"
Using The Library. The Library will be accessible to you after you have completed Masterson's fourth assignment. Click on the Library to enter. Once inside, click on the cubicles, where there is a scanning research tool you can use on the artifact. Click on the scanner to activate it. After it has had a chance to gather information, you will receive a report on Dr. Lemuel Monkhouse, whose reputation is based on the discovery of Stack artifacts on Mars and other worlds. He is a major figure in the debate on the nature of this long-vanished civilization. It is rumored he possesses unconfiscated arti-facts and is currently working on Palan despite the blockade. As he is often sought after for advice on artifacts, you should seek Dr. Monkhouse on Palan.
WC:CIC Game Guide
Description
Masterson has figured out why you want access to Oxford Library, but while you are flying missions for him, he isn't bothered. And now you have another mission.
Objectives
Find the ship Vulcan's Forge at Nav 3, protect it from attack, and escort it back to Oxford.
Scripted Encounters
Bounty Hunters at Nav 3
Notes
- The "private collectors" Masterson mentioned are attacking the Vulcan's Forge at Nav 3. There are around 6 of them, all in Demons. Even two missiles won't take out a Demon, so you'll need to weaken the shields first.
User Comments
Submitted by : Junta (olainormann@hotmail.com)
Mission :
Comments : You don't have to kill all the other pirates, you only need to shoot down Rhombus (in the Galaxy). And the cargo? What the h... do you need that for? It's almost no money.
Submitted by : jt (mrmsje@yahoo.com)
Date : Sun Jan 20 01:45:12 2013
Mission : Masterson
Comments : "What do you need the cargo for?" Hey, a guy's gotta eat. And do you know how much my leather flight jackets go for? Plus that, it's obvious you don't party like I party...booze, broads and trips to Earth don't grow on trees. On top of that, I like collecting pilot slaves. Grab the loot when you can, and leave your kids something to talk about when you kick off.
