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[[Monkhouse - Mission A]] is a mission in [[Wing Commander Privateer]]. It may be accessed by talking to [[Dr. Monkhouse]] at the bar on [[Palan]] in the [[Palan System]] after completing [[Lynn Murphy - Mission C (Wing Commander Privateer)|Lynn Murphy - Mission C]].
[[Monkhouse - Mission A]] is a mission in [[Wing Commander Privateer]]. It may be accessed by talking to [[Dr. Monkhouse]] at the bar on [[Palan (agricultural planet)|Palan]] in the [[Palan (star system)]] system after completing [[Lynn Murphy - Mission C (Wing Commander Privateer)|Lynn Murphy - Mission C]].


==Mission Description==
==Mission Description==
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==Mission Briefing==
==Mission Briefing==


===Initial Offer===
===Visit Before Lynn Murphy - Mission D===
 
'''Talk to Dr. Monkhouse'''


'''Talk to Lynn Murphy'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Dr. Monkhouse, I presume.


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: I heard you waxed the patrol. Not too bad, Ace.
: Yes, you do, greatly.
: I wish to be alone.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: That's the closest thing to a complement you've ever given me.
: Sorry, Doc, but I didn't run the blockade just to be treated like a vaccum salesman.
: Getting sentimental in your golden years, Murphy?  
: I need a favor.  I understand you're an expert on alien...antiquities.  
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: That I am, but my consulting price is currently transportation off this rock.


: '''MURPHY'''
: If I came on to you in my golden years it wouldn't be sentiment... 
: ...it'd be senility.  Now listen up. 
: Our attacks on Bronte's reinforcements have finally weakened the blockade. 
: They're running low on fuel, food, patience, you name it. 
: It's time to make the big push and break the blockade. 
: If you'll throw in, I can provide a force of two militia Talons for your wing. 
: We'll pay you 15,000 credits when you return here. 
:    You in?   
{|
|-
| valign="top" | '''Accept'''
| valign="top" | '''Refuse'''
|-
| valign="top" |
: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: I can't speak for everyone, but...I like kicking a guy when he's down.  
: Say no more, climb into my ship and we're out of here.


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Then you'll start right away, before more reinforcements jump in-system. 
: Heavens no!  Not while the blockade is in effect!
: This'll be a tough one.
: I shall sit tight until that unfortunate situation is ended.
: The blockade is holding at Nav 4 of Palan system in orbit around Palan.
: Should you wish to facilitate that circumstance, head for Basra.
: If you make it through, pick up your friend and return here for your pay.
: From what I understand, the resistance is centered there.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: You worried about my pay...or that I might leave without saying goodbye?    
: Basra, huh?  All right...I'll look into it.  


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Believe me, if you had left without saying hello I'd be delighted.
: You do that.  I'll be right here, waiting.
 
===Initial Offer===
 
'''Talk to Dr. Monkhouse'''


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: You're one tough broad, Murphy.  
: Ah, Dr. Monkhouse.  I'm glad to see you.
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: I wish I could say the same.  I'm not receiving visitors right now, young man.
: I wish to be alone.


: '''MURPHY'''
: Why $NM...that's the nicest thing you've ever said to ME.
| width="50%" valign="top" |
: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: This is a really bad idea, Murphy.  Bronte's net isn't as frayed as it seems.
: Sorry, Doc, but I didn't run the blockade to take no for an answer.  
: This is a suicide run. I want out.  
: Listen, I have this alien artifact, and I....


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: This is the best chance we'll get...we can't hold off the reinforcements forever...
: Don't speak to me about extraterrestrial artifacts!  I'm sick of them!
: ...but do whatever you want. No skin off my nose.
: I nearly got killed here because of my work. You've heard of the Steltek?
|-
: Well, suffice it to say, I recovered an interesting piece of Steltek manufacture...
|}
: ...a piece which interested certain corrupt corporate interests who shall be nameless.
: All I need is a libel suit on top of everything else.


===Accepted===
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: What's your name? 


'''Talk to Lynn Murphy'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: $NM.  My handle is $CS.


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: I don't know what your angle is, mister...
: Well listen, $NM.  I was kidnapped and brought to Palan by men who wanted my artifact...
: ...but if we don't punch through that blockade now, we never will.
: ...and then I was nearly killed in last month's bombing attacks.
: Thank God my kidnappers were buried beneath the rubble of the interrogation compound.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Yeah...I have been kind of dragging my heels.  
: And what happened to your artifact?


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: You should be dragged BY your heels, $CS.   
: Never you mind about my artifact.  What do you want of me?  
: Look, if you want to pick up this friend of yours, now is the time. 
: The blockade ships orbiting Palan at Nav 4 won't be getting any weaker. 
: We've got to hit them now, before more reinforcements arrive.  
: Two militia Talons are standing by to accompany you on the assault. 
: Don't come back here until the mission is finished and you want your pay. 
: I've wasted too much time with you as it is.


===Rejected===
: '''PLAYER'''
: I have an artifact of my own.  I want you to tell me what it is.


'''Talk to Lynn Murphy'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
 
: I'd consider it...in exchange for transportation off-world.
: '''MURPHY'''
: If you'll fly me to Basra refinery base in the Palan system...
: What's your problem, $CS? You're about as decisive as a politico.
: ...I'll help you solve this puzzle.  


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Just trying to check out all my options, Murphy.  
: Basra refinery base?  It's not exactly vacation central. Why go there?


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Hey, you want to get down to Palan and hook up with your friend...
: It's the nearest base, and I detest space travel in cramped quarters.
: ...you have no option but to fly this mission.
: I'll charter a luxury liner back to civilization later.
: We're going to try and break the blockade with you or without you... 
: I will pay you 5,000 credits towards your expenses.
: ...but this is your best chance to get to Palan...and make 15,000 credits to boot.
: Have we a bargain?
: So...are you going to hook up with the two Talons we managed to dig up... 
: ...head for Nav 4 and kick some butt... 
: ...or kiss your friend, and your fee, good-bye?
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: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: I can't speak for everyone, but...I like kicking a guy when he's down.  
: Okay, Doc.  I'll get you off this rock and fly you to Basra.  
: But once we hit Basra, you better prove you were worth the trouble.
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Meet me in the bar on Basra for your payment, and your analysis.
: Most assuredly.  If I can't tell you about your find...no one can.
| width="50%" valign="top" |
: '''PLAYER'''
: Sorry, Doc. I don't like those terms at all.
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: And yet you expect to employ my years of hard earned knowledge for nothing?
: No, young man. I don't like those terms either.  Farewell.
|-
|}


: '''MURPHY'''
===Accepted===
: Then you'll start right away, before more reinforcements jump in-system. 
 
: If you make it through, pick up your friend and return here for your pay.
'''Talk to Dr. Monkhouse'''
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: I thought we had a deal, young man.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: You worried about my pay...or that I might leave without saying goodbye?  
: We do.  


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Believe me, if you had left without saying hello I'd be delighted.
: Well, in that case, I'd advise you to get me off this wretched planet immediately...
: ...and take me without further delay to Basra!
: My patience is wearing thin...and the longer we delay, the more it deteriorates!
: If you want me to help you identify your find, GET ME OUT OF HERE NOW! 


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: You're one tough broad, Murphy.  
: Yes, sir.   
: Be on my ship in five minutes.


: '''MURPHY'''
===Refused===
: Why $NM...that's the nicest thing you've ever said to ME.
 
'''Talk to Dr. Monkhouse'''
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: See here, young man. I won't be trifled with.
: If you'll transport me off this wretched world and get me to the Basra refinery base...
: ...I'll pay you 5,000 credits and help you identify your find.
: Have we a bargain?
{|
|-
| valign="top" | '''Accept'''
| valign="top" | '''Refuse'''
|-
| valign="top" |
: '''PLAYER'''
: Okay, Doc.  I'll get you off this rock and fly you to Basra.
: But once we hit Basra, you better prove you were worth the trouble.
 
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Meet me in the bar on Basra for your payment, and your analysis.
: Most assuredly.  If I can't tell you about your find...no one can.  
| width="50%" valign="top" |  
| width="50%" valign="top" |  
: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Actually I just came to kiss YOU goodbye, Murphy.
: I want the information up front, Monkhouse.
: I'm gonna make this run on my own.  


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Oh, $NM, you are a dreamer.
: I'm afraid that would leave me with little leverage in this situation, $NM.
: You'll never make it to Palan on your own.
: I have made my position clear.
: Now beat it, before I have to throw you out'a here myself.
: I will tell you about the artifact the moment I arrive in Basra.
: Come back when you are willing to accept my offer.
|-
|-
|}
|}


===Completed Before Monkhouse - Mission A===
===In Flight===
 
'''Talk to Kilrathi'''
 
: # Spare me, I'm a civilian!
: # Hope your insurance is extensive, kitty cat. 
 
: '''KIL1'''
: Apeling!  You are entirely in our power! We know Monkhouse is aboard your craft. You will surrender him to us immediately ... ... or be destroyed!"


'''Talk to Lynn Murphy'''
===Completed===


: '''PLAYER'''
'''Talk to Dr. Monkhouse'''
: Just like I promised, I've come back for my pay...
: ...and anything else you'd like to give me.  


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: I never considered a swift kick in the butt an incentive, but have it your way.
: That was truly an exciting ride, $NM.  Here are 5,000 credits as promised.
: Thank you for getting me here in one piece.
: I've examined your artifact.  A very interesting piece you have there, young man...
: ...especially since I have one almost exactly like it.
: Ironically, it's the very piece that my kidnappers were interested in. 


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Cute. Give me my money before I get all mushy on you.  
: Then...you know what it is?


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Here it is.  Did you find your friend?
: Ah yes.  You said you knew nothing of the Steltek.
: $NM, long before man emerged on Earth, the Steltek ruled an empire that spanned the galaxy.
: Even then, they were more technologically advanced than we are now.
: By the time their empire crumbled, they were possessed of wonders beyond our comprehension. 


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Not yet. I'll pick him up on the next run.  
: Is that so? Well, if they were so tough, what happened to them?


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: There won't be a next run, ace. Not flying for us, anyway.
: No one knows.  Some say they perished in a civil war that lasted millennia...
: The blockade's broken, and hard as it may be for you to believe...
: ...others believe they simply grew weary of their power, surrendered it...
: ...we don't need you anymore.
: ...and even now enjoy a simple, tranquil existence at the heart of the galaxy.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Well, thanks for breaking it to me gently, sweetheart.  You're an angel.  
: Nice fairy tale, Doc.  But what about the artifact?


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: News is news.  What do you want, tears? 
: Here's my piece of it.  Notice anything odd?  
: Fact is, the job's done.  If you want your friend, go to Palan and pick him up.  
: No skin off my nose, either way...


: '''PLAYER'''
: The markings... 


===Completed After Monkhouse - Mission A===
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
 
: Hold it up beside yours, $NM.
'''Talk to Lynn Murphy'''


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Just like I promised, I've come back for my pay...
: A map.  God Almighty, it's a treasure map!
: ...and anything else you'd like to give me.  


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: I never considered a swift kick in the butt an incentive, but have it your way.
: Superficially.  It also contains a complete set of the Steltek alphabet.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Cute. Give me my money before I get all mushy on you.  
: Who cares about that? What are we going to find at the spot indicated, Doc?


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Here it is.  Did you find your friend?
: Who knows?  The real question is, where do we go from here? 
: The sector on the map seems to be located on the edge of the frontier.
: Bad luck indeed.  That area is currently uncharted.
: Without the location of the sector's jump points...
: ...exploring the area will be nearly impossible.   


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: Uh-huh. He's waiting at the next table.  
: Unless I enlist with the Exploratory Service in Rygannon.
: That way I could map the jump points, and get paid for it at the same time.


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Then goodbye, $NM. And take care of yourself.
: Always the privateer, eh?
: Care you nothing for the possibility of scientific advancement?  


===Failure===
: '''PLAYER'''
: You got it, Doc.  Nothing.  I'm in this for the profit.


'''Talk to Lynn Murphy'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Very well.  I have no interest in baubles...
: You may keep my fragment, and whatever treasure you find...
: ...so long as I get to publish any scientific finds.  Agreed? 


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: What's the matter, Murphy?  You look more sour than usual.  
: Sounds good to me.


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: You want it straight?  Well here it is.   
: Excellent.  Before you go, I'll program your computer with the nav information from the map...
: I don't think much of your flying. You're sloppy.
: ...as well as the Steltek alphabet.  It may come in handy where you're going.   
: You fail to realize mission objectives.  We can't afford to waste time with you. 
: You're washed up here.  Collect your things and pull out.


: '''PLAYER'''
: '''PLAYER'''
: But we have the same goal.  I have to get down to Palan.  
: What, you think X marks the spot to a Steltek colony?
: You've been watching too many late night holos, Doc.


: '''MURPHY'''
: '''MONKHOUSE'''
: Then you'll have to do it alone.  Good-bye.
: We shall see.


==Privateer Playtester's Guide==
==Privateer Playtester's Guide==


'''LYNN MURPHY - MISSION C'''
'''MONKHOUSE - MISSION A'''
   
   
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| valign="top" | '''Summary'''  
| valign="top" | '''Summary'''  
| valign="top" | Your work has weakened the blockade. Murphy will provide wingmen to assist you. Once you land at Palan, you can pick up Monkhouse in the bar.  
| valign="top" | Monkhouse needs to be delivered to Basra in Palan. He'll look at the artifact and give you an analysis in exchange for the trip and pay towards your expenses. He'll meet you in the bar on Basra to discuss the artifact when you get there.  
|-
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| valign="top" | '''Payment'''  
| valign="top" | '''Payment'''  
| valign="top" | 15,000 credits.
| valign="top" | 5,000 credits plus the analysis.
|-
|-
| valign="top" | '''Requirements'''  
| valign="top" | '''Requirements'''  
| valign="top" | You and your wingmen must destroy all hostiles.  
| valign="top" | Get to Basra.  
|-
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| valign="top" | '''Opponents'''  
| valign="top" | '''Opponents'''  
| valign="top" | You and two friendly militia ''Talons'' encounter a wave of three ''Demons'' (confident aces). The next wave comprises two more ''Demons'' (confident aces), and then them is a final wave of two ''Demons'' (fanatical aces).
| valign="top" | At Nav 4 in Palan them is a hostile Kilrathi ''Gothri'' (a confident ace) who would like you to turn Monkhouse over to the Kilrathi. He is followed by three angry ''Dralthi'' (confident aces) and then two more ''Gothri'' (confident aces).  
|-
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|}  


* ''During this mission you can attack all of the fighters in the blockade by using the afterburner technique, but the easiest way is to just land at the planet and pick up the next mission from Dr. Monkhouse. — "Havoc" ''
* ''This mission can be completed by using the above techniques. Just take on each fighter one by one and take them out individually. The easiest method is to run from them to one of the bottom nav points to bypass the asteroid field between Palan and Basra, then head to the Basra refinery far the money and more info.'' - "Havoc"''
 
'''The Artifact.''' The artifact you possess, Monkhouse tells you, is both a treasure map and a Rosetta Stone from the Stelteks. You strike an agreement to join the Exploratory Services in Rygannon and seek out any possible treasure as long as Monkhouse gets to publish all findings. He allows you to keep both parts of the arti-fact and programs all the information into your ship's computer.


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===Description===
===Description===


You are now ready to make the final break through the blockade. Destroy the remaining blockade forces and you will be able to meet Dr. Monkhouse.
Dr. Monkhouse is willing to give you any information he can on your artifact, but first he wants a change of surroundings.


===Objectives===
===Objectives===


Destroy the remaining blockade ships at Nav 4, then land on Palan and meet Dr. Monkhouse in the bar.
Transport Dr. Monkhouse to Basra refinery.


===Scripted Encounters===
===Scripted Encounters===


Bounty hunters at Nav 4
Kilrathi upon launching from Palan.


===Notes===
===Notes===


* Palan's blockade now consists of just 7 Demons. Since you've faced forces of a similar size before, this should be no problem.
* Upon launching from Palan, you are greeted by your first scripted Kilrathi force. It consists of around 3 Dralthi and 3 Gothri fighters.
* You may also face a force of pirates or Retros in the asteroid field between Basra and Palan.
* This can be quite a firefight especially with those Gothris since they are strong and have a rapid firing rear turret. They'll also quite happily ram you. Your only hope is to let the missiles fly. This should distract them long enough for you to take out one of the enemies. Repeat the strategy as best as you can, but it may take several attempts to get right.
* When all Bounty Hunters are destroyed, land on Palan and head to the bar to talk to Dr. Monkhouse.
* When you first land on Basra, Lynn Murphy is in the bar. Talk to her to get your final payment of 15,000 credits.
 
* When done, Dr. Monkhouse will be in her place. He will give you your 5,000 fee and will examine your artifact. He happens to have a similar artifact, and joined with yours, they make a map and a complete Steltek alphabet. Dr. Monkhouse programs the Steltek alphabet into your computer in case it comes in useful, but the locations marked on the map are currently uncharted. Your only hope is to chart them yourself with the Exploratory Services.
===User Comments===
Head to Rygannon and find Taryn Cross in the bar.
 
Submitted by : Junta ()
 
Mission : Palan3
 
Comments : It says: "You may also face a force of pirates or retros in the asteroid field between Basra and Palan." Now what the f... is this? Just go via Nav 1. And actually, you don't have to knock down the blockade, just land on Palan and talk
 
 
Submitted by : Iceman (van_heyden2@hotmail.com)
 
Mission : Palan 3
 
Comments : disregard everything Junta said. you do have to take down the blockade, flying straight to Palan before talkin to Murphy will result in Monkhouse telling you he'll wait til the blockades down. also in Palan 2, theres 4 demons then 4 centurions.
 
 
Submitted by : Junto ()
 
Mission :
 
Comments : Ohhhh snap, Junta, you lose. Now I totally won't take anything you say seriously anymore. Once you were my wing commander hero god master and now I just think you are teh lame. Daaaaaaaaaaang
 
 
Submitted by : Junta (olainormann@hotmail.com)
 
Mission : Murphy 3
 
Comments : What the h... are you talking about, Iceman? When you're supposed to wipe out the blockade in the THIRD Lunn Murphy mission, all you have to to is go via nav 1, and then land on Palan. You don't have to fight. Afterwards, bring Monkhouse to Basra.
 
 
Submitted by : jt (mrmsje@yahoo.com)
 
Date : Sun Jan 20 02:17:32 2013
 
Mission : To Iceman Murphy Missions
 
Comments : Junta is right, Iceman. Yes, you can't get Monkhouse off world without talking to Murphy first, but there's no need in taking out the blockade to get him past them AFTER talking to Murphy.


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Monkhouse - Mission A
MM - PRIV - Murphy A.png
Date 2669
Type Cargo Mission
Jumps 0 (Palan)
Payment 5,000 credits
Objectives Go to Palan, Nav 5

Deliver cargo to Basra

Cargo Alien Artifact (1)
Designation S4MD
Previous Lynn Murphy - Mission C
Next Taryn Cross - Mission A
Saved Game S4MD.SAV


Monkhouse - Mission A is a mission in Wing Commander Privateer. It may be accessed by talking to Dr. Monkhouse at the bar on Palan in the Palan (star system) system after completing Lynn Murphy - Mission C.

Mission Description

Transport Dr. Monkhouse to Basra refinery.

After landing on Basra, meet Dr. Monkhouse in the bar for his analysis of the artifact.

Pays 5000 credits.

Mission Layout

Location # Faction Ships Intelligence Notes
Palan System
Nav 1 1 Kilrathi Gothri kil1
3 Kilrathi Dralthi fanatical novices
2 Kilrathi Gothri fanatical aces

Maps

  • Palan

    Palan

Mission Briefing

Visit Before Lynn Murphy - Mission D

Talk to Dr. Monkhouse

PLAYER
Dr. Monkhouse, I presume.
MONKHOUSE
Yes, you do, greatly.
I wish to be alone.
PLAYER
Sorry, Doc, but I didn't run the blockade just to be treated like a vaccum salesman.
I need a favor. I understand you're an expert on alien...antiquities.  
MONKHOUSE
That I am, but my consulting price is currently transportation off this rock.
PLAYER
Say no more, climb into my ship and we're out of here.
MONKHOUSE
Heavens no! Not while the blockade is in effect!
I shall sit tight until that unfortunate situation is ended.
Should you wish to facilitate that circumstance, head for Basra.
From what I understand, the resistance is centered there.
PLAYER
Basra, huh? All right...I'll look into it.  
MONKHOUSE
You do that. I'll be right here, waiting.

Initial Offer

Talk to Dr. Monkhouse

PLAYER
Ah, Dr. Monkhouse. I'm glad to see you.
MONKHOUSE
I wish I could say the same. I'm not receiving visitors right now, young man.
I wish to be alone.
PLAYER
Sorry, Doc, but I didn't run the blockade to take no for an answer.  
Listen, I have this alien artifact, and I....
MONKHOUSE
Don't speak to me about extraterrestrial artifacts! I'm sick of them!
I nearly got killed here because of my work. You've heard of the Steltek?
Well, suffice it to say, I recovered an interesting piece of Steltek manufacture...
...a piece which interested certain corrupt corporate interests who shall be nameless.
All I need is a libel suit on top of everything else.
MONKHOUSE
What's your name?
PLAYER
$NM. My handle is $CS.
MONKHOUSE
Well listen, $NM. I was kidnapped and brought to Palan by men who wanted my artifact...
...and then I was nearly killed in last month's bombing attacks.
Thank God my kidnappers were buried beneath the rubble of the interrogation compound.
PLAYER
And what happened to your artifact?
MONKHOUSE
Never you mind about my artifact. What do you want of me?
PLAYER
I have an artifact of my own. I want you to tell me what it is.
MONKHOUSE
I'd consider it...in exchange for transportation off-world.
If you'll fly me to Basra refinery base in the Palan system...
...I'll help you solve this puzzle.
PLAYER
Basra refinery base? It's not exactly vacation central. Why go there?
MONKHOUSE
It's the nearest base, and I detest space travel in cramped quarters.
I'll charter a luxury liner back to civilization later.
I will pay you 5,000 credits towards your expenses.
Have we a bargain?
Accept Refuse
PLAYER
Okay, Doc. I'll get you off this rock and fly you to Basra.  
But once we hit Basra, you better prove you were worth the trouble.
MONKHOUSE
Meet me in the bar on Basra for your payment, and your analysis.
Most assuredly. If I can't tell you about your find...no one can.
PLAYER
Sorry, Doc. I don't like those terms at all.
MONKHOUSE
And yet you expect to employ my years of hard earned knowledge for nothing?
No, young man. I don't like those terms either. Farewell.

Accepted

Talk to Dr. Monkhouse

MONKHOUSE
I thought we had a deal, young man.
PLAYER
We do.
MONKHOUSE
Well, in that case, I'd advise you to get me off this wretched planet immediately...
...and take me without further delay to Basra!
My patience is wearing thin...and the longer we delay, the more it deteriorates!
If you want me to help you identify your find, GET ME OUT OF HERE NOW!
PLAYER
Yes, sir.
Be on my ship in five minutes.

Refused

Talk to Dr. Monkhouse

MONKHOUSE
See here, young man. I won't be trifled with.
If you'll transport me off this wretched world and get me to the Basra refinery base...
...I'll pay you 5,000 credits and help you identify your find.
Have we a bargain?
Accept Refuse
PLAYER
Okay, Doc. I'll get you off this rock and fly you to Basra.
But once we hit Basra, you better prove you were worth the trouble.
MONKHOUSE
Meet me in the bar on Basra for your payment, and your analysis.
Most assuredly. If I can't tell you about your find...no one can.
PLAYER
I want the information up front, Monkhouse.
MONKHOUSE
I'm afraid that would leave me with little leverage in this situation, $NM.
I have made my position clear.
I will tell you about the artifact the moment I arrive in Basra.
Come back when you are willing to accept my offer.

In Flight

Talk to Kilrathi

# Spare me, I'm a civilian!
# Hope your insurance is extensive, kitty cat.
KIL1
Apeling! You are entirely in our power! We know Monkhouse is aboard your craft. You will surrender him to us immediately ... ... or be destroyed!"

Completed

Talk to Dr. Monkhouse

MONKHOUSE
That was truly an exciting ride, $NM. Here are 5,000 credits as promised.
Thank you for getting me here in one piece.
I've examined your artifact. A very interesting piece you have there, young man...
...especially since I have one almost exactly like it.
Ironically, it's the very piece that my kidnappers were interested in.
PLAYER
Then...you know what it is?
MONKHOUSE
Ah yes. You said you knew nothing of the Steltek.
$NM, long before man emerged on Earth, the Steltek ruled an empire that spanned the galaxy.
Even then, they were more technologically advanced than we are now.
By the time their empire crumbled, they were possessed of wonders beyond our comprehension.
PLAYER
Is that so? Well, if they were so tough, what happened to them?
MONKHOUSE
No one knows. Some say they perished in a civil war that lasted millennia...
...others believe they simply grew weary of their power, surrendered it...
...and even now enjoy a simple, tranquil existence at the heart of the galaxy.
PLAYER
Nice fairy tale, Doc. But what about the artifact?
MONKHOUSE
Here's my piece of it. Notice anything odd?
PLAYER
The markings...
MONKHOUSE
Hold it up beside yours, $NM.
PLAYER
A map. God Almighty, it's a treasure map!
MONKHOUSE
Superficially. It also contains a complete set of the Steltek alphabet.
PLAYER
Who cares about that? What are we going to find at the spot indicated, Doc?
MONKHOUSE
Who knows? The real question is, where do we go from here?
The sector on the map seems to be located on the edge of the frontier.
Bad luck indeed. That area is currently uncharted.
Without the location of the sector's jump points...
...exploring the area will be nearly impossible.
PLAYER
Unless I enlist with the Exploratory Service in Rygannon.
That way I could map the jump points, and get paid for it at the same time.
MONKHOUSE
Always the privateer, eh?
Care you nothing for the possibility of scientific advancement?
PLAYER
You got it, Doc. Nothing. I'm in this for the profit.
MONKHOUSE
Very well. I have no interest in baubles...
You may keep my fragment, and whatever treasure you find...
...so long as I get to publish any scientific finds. Agreed?
PLAYER
Sounds good to me.
MONKHOUSE
Excellent. Before you go, I'll program your computer with the nav information from the map...
...as well as the Steltek alphabet. It may come in handy where you're going.
PLAYER
What, you think X marks the spot to a Steltek colony?
You've been watching too many late night holos, Doc.
MONKHOUSE
We shall see.

Privateer Playtester's Guide

MONKHOUSE - MISSION A

Summary Monkhouse needs to be delivered to Basra in Palan. He'll look at the artifact and give you an analysis in exchange for the trip and pay towards your expenses. He'll meet you in the bar on Basra to discuss the artifact when you get there.
Payment 5,000 credits plus the analysis.
Requirements Get to Basra.
Opponents At Nav 4 in Palan them is a hostile Kilrathi Gothri (a confident ace) who would like you to turn Monkhouse over to the Kilrathi. He is followed by three angry Dralthi (confident aces) and then two more Gothri (confident aces).
  • This mission can be completed by using the above techniques. Just take on each fighter one by one and take them out individually. The easiest method is to run from them to one of the bottom nav points to bypass the asteroid field between Palan and Basra, then head to the Basra refinery far the money and more info. - "Havoc"

The Artifact. The artifact you possess, Monkhouse tells you, is both a treasure map and a Rosetta Stone from the Stelteks. You strike an agreement to join the Exploratory Services in Rygannon and seek out any possible treasure as long as Monkhouse gets to publish all findings. He allows you to keep both parts of the arti-fact and programs all the information into your ship's computer.

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WC:CIC Game Guide

Description

Dr. Monkhouse is willing to give you any information he can on your artifact, but first he wants a change of surroundings.

Objectives

Transport Dr. Monkhouse to Basra refinery.

Scripted Encounters

Kilrathi upon launching from Palan.

Notes

  • Upon launching from Palan, you are greeted by your first scripted Kilrathi force. It consists of around 3 Dralthi and 3 Gothri fighters.
  • This can be quite a firefight especially with those Gothris since they are strong and have a rapid firing rear turret. They'll also quite happily ram you. Your only hope is to let the missiles fly. This should distract them long enough for you to take out one of the enemies. Repeat the strategy as best as you can, but it may take several attempts to get right.
  • When you first land on Basra, Lynn Murphy is in the bar. Talk to her to get your final payment of 15,000 credits.
  • When done, Dr. Monkhouse will be in her place. He will give you your 5,000 fee and will examine your artifact. He happens to have a similar artifact, and joined with yours, they make a map and a complete Steltek alphabet. Dr. Monkhouse programs the Steltek alphabet into your computer in case it comes in useful, but the locations marked on the map are currently uncharted. Your only hope is to chart them yourself with the Exploratory Services.

Head to Rygannon and find Taryn Cross in the bar.

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