Freelance Treasure Hunting, Monday, Period 5, Class #7

[spacepiratevala.livejournal.com]

"Good afternoon," Vala greeted the students as they entered the Danger Room Shop, sitting on the console next to what could be considered a basket for tribute. Just because she was no longer a warlord is no reason not to accept gifts if they were willingly offered. "Welcome to our last class session together. Which by no means you shouldn't still stop by my...well, I don't quite have an office, but if you need me for something, leave a note at the radio station or on my voice mail, and I'll get back to you."

Surrounding Vala were a number of assorted vehicles, from bicycles to motorcycles to flashy sports cars to rickshaws and old pickup trucks and non-descript sedans. For the more futuristically inclined, there were also a number of swoop bikes and speeders, as well as other flying devices. No large ships, though.

"Today, we'll be discussing how to make a getaway. Often, when you're planning a heist treasure hunting expedition, you'll need to do some research before the event, as well as traveling in preparation and during the expedition. You'll need to be as inconspicuous as possible, of course, so you'll want to choose a vehicle that blends in with both who you've decided to be and with the area you're researching."

"However, you also want to be sure that your vehicle can get you away from wherever you are, again as inconspicuously as possible, but also quickly. Obviously, these things do not always go smoothly or predictably, and you'll want to be able to get away if at all possible. Things to consider include conspicuousness, available fuel, and maneuverability, and whether or not it's large enough to carry the treasure you're finding. Today, you'll be telling me which vehicle you would choose and why, then drive your chosen vehicle around an obstacle course--if you choose to have someone with you as your driver, make sure it's someone you trust implicitly."

She cleared her throat. "Anyway, I just wanted to thank you for being a wonderful class and I wish you good luck." She paused. "And a cut of any proceeds."

[ooc: OCD coming is up! And this was always in the right place!]

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Re: Discussion Question

[vkandis-son.livejournal.com]

"A swoopbike," Karal finally said. "Because it is the only vehicle that I have any experience driving." Pink and silver toy cars did not count. "I'd much rather have a horse."

Re: Discussion Question

[spacepiratevala.livejournal.com]

"Well, they're both equally memorable," Vala decided, "Perhaps you'd prefer to use your feet?"

Re: Discussion Question

[vkandis-son.livejournal.com]

"Are they an option?" he asked with a small smile. "I think I will select the swoopbike if I may. If nothing else, it is very fast, so whatever happens will be over quickly." He paused. "Unless I can have a horse? In this world, who would ever suspect someone riding something as conspicious as a horse was attempting to do something sneaky?"

Re: Discussion Question

[spacepiratevala.livejournal.com]

"Your feet are always an option," she nodded, "and that's up to you. If you can explain why you're on the horse in case you're stopped, that's fine with me."

Re: Discussion Question

[vkandis-son.livejournal.com]

"Then I select a horse," he said quickly. "Thank you!" Suddenly this was almost sounding like fun. "I am sure I will be able to come up with a reason."