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Level 1
Peter Gates: You a porter? Those Brigands – are they all gone? Well, this is a relief. I was beginning to think I was done for. Give me a moment to confirm the order details… That was incredible! Wouldn’t wanna get on your bad side. You seem like a porter we can rely on. Go on – use your Q-pid to get us online. Quickly now. I’ll feel a lot safer once we’re all hooked up.
Peter Gates: Online at long last! This ought to do wonders for our ability to monitor chiralium levels by the plate gate, as well as keep an eye on the tar currents. More accurate data will definitely make travel safer for you and your friends aboard the DHV Magellan, too. Ever since the plate gate appeared, we’ve been seeing increasingly dramatic anomalies all throughout the Australian continent. Some theorize that the UCA’s connection to the chiral network destabilized all areas without coverage. What’s done is done though. Our best bet is to follow suit, and connect Australia too. Ah, it may also serve you to know that there are four environmental observatories, including this one. If you can bring them all onto the network, we’re confident we’ll be able to calculate where and when the next plate gate will appear. Anyway, you should already have access to the data we designated for you. Now if we could only manage to get that old road patched up and usable…
Sam: What kind of data was provided?
Peter Gates: Well, there’s our schematic for an MP shell variant grenade. MP shells explode on impact, and are non-lethal munitions that can not only incapacitate humans, but also deal corrosive damage to mechs. And while they’re not as effective as blood grenades, they can definitely hurt BTs too. In any case, you might wanna keep a few stashed in your grenade pouch at all times. We’ve also shared data for a grenade pistol. While it’s only good for a few shots, this gun lets you fire MP shell grenades as projectiles. Its small profile means it packs easily as cargo and won’t get in the way. Naturally, it’ll fit snugly into any handgun holster as well. Our last contribution is the battle skeleton. Like other skeletons you may have used, it increases your maximum carrying capacity and movement speed. This particular model also provides additional protection. However, when you boot it to move faster, or whenever you benefit from its damage reduction capabilities… It’ll consume battery power, so make sure you have enough to spare. If you find yourself running low while on the road, you’ll need to use a generator or borrow a private room somewhere to recharge. You ought to take one out for a spin.
Sam: So there used to be a road?
Peter Gates: It once ran through this region. Saw quite a lot of traffic from what I hear. If you scrounged up enough materials to keep the auto-paver fed, you could make it just like it was back in the old days. But it’s not like we have everything you’d need just lying around. Restoring roads is a massive undertaking, to put it mildly. Having said all that, east of this facility you’ll find the Smoke Hill Mine. Get them operational and processing ores again and you should have no trouble securing the requisite materials. I’ve posted a sub order for this task, so take it on if you’re interested.
Sam: I’ll go on ahead.
Peter Gates: We can’t thank you enough, Sam. Before you go-you’ve been getting a lot of praise for all your hard work… And in recognition of this, seems you’ve been officially cleared to take on standard orders. Between the harsh conditions and the violent outlaws, there are fewer and fewer folks willing to serve as porters these days. But there’s no shortage of people who need help, so I encourage you to take a look if you’re interested. You can review the available requests by bringing up the list via your ring terminal. You’ll find a new sub order, too-we need someone to restore the mine. But you could benefit from having it operational as well. Anyway, thanks again for going above and beyond. Best wishes and safe travels to you, my friend.
Fragile: That’s some good work, Sam. The DHV Magellan’s parked not too far from your position. You’ll be able to pick up your next order on the ship. But before that, you should head back to your room and rest up. I imagine you’re both pretty tired. You and Dollman.
Dollman: I don’t know about you, but I’m exhausted. Perhaps we could take a break?
Level 2
Peter Gates: Oh hey, it’s you. Always looking out for us. We’d already written this off as lost. You’ve made everyone’s day bringing it in. I have a feeling this data will be of use to you. Take it, please. We’re increasing your allocation of materials. Hope it makes your life easier. I’ve shared data with you for an electric shock absorber you can attach to your backpack. While equipped, it’ll reduce the damage you suffer when struck by electrical attacks. Even better, it’ll also harness some of the juice to recharge your batteries. Goes without saying that could come in very handy. Be sure to give it a try sometime.
Level 3
Peter Gates: Glad you could make it all the way out, Sam. Right, then. Let’s have a look at this order. Did a little restoration, did you? Thanks so much. I certainly can’t find anything to complain about. Thanks. You’re one hell of a porter. A generous, hardworking soul who deserves this data. We’re increasing your allocation of materials. Hope it makes your life easier. When operational, the mines can provide us with a steady supply of natural resources. And with raw materials like that at your disposal, you’d have an easier time making deliveries. It’s a good reason to restore any other mines you happen to come across further down the road.
Sam: Are there other mines?
Peter Gates: Oh yeah. North of here are some much bigger mines even. Used to be you could find active mines scattered all throughout the continent. Cause of the gold rushes, you know. From what I understand, the rail network was pretty extensive before the Death Stranding, and unmanned trains filled to the brim with precious minerals ran day and night. I should mention that we’re actually developing a new system that’s something of a successor to the old railways. If you head north, you can see it for yourself.
Sam: See you.
Peter Gates: Oh hey, it’s you. Always looking out for us. Damn near perfect condition! That’s what I like to see. You’re one hell of a porter. A generous, hardworking soul who deserves this data. We’re increasing your allocation of materials. Hope it makes your life easier. This is a schematic for an enhanced battle skeleton. As you’ll see, damage reduction has been improved, along with battery efficiency. And when you carry it as cargo, it even occupies less space than before. Its increased power output also allows you to shift loads with greater ease than ever. With all those benefits you’re bound to be a fan. Our research into other technologies continues. With your help, we can accomplish even more. Take care of yourself.
Level 4
Peter Gates: It’s good to see you again. I’m guessing you’ve got orders I need to check. Wow. Not even a single scratch. You’re the best. I dunno where you found this, but I’m sure glad you did. Since you’ve been working so hard on our behalf, we have some new data to share with you. Thanks again. We want to reward you for your service by allowing you to use more of the materials we have stored on site. Your efforts have enabled us to refine the battle skeleton’s design even further. I think this can be considered the final stage of its evolution. You’ll find that it’s now even more compact when carried as a piece of cargo. The damage reduction capabilities and battery efficiency are also at the peak of what’s realistically achievable. And of course, it’s more powerful than ever, so feel free to load it up with all the heavy cargo. I can’t wait to see what you do with it. Best of luck with all your orders to come.
Level 5
Peter Gates: I’m glad I don’t have to travel in this timefall. That’s some serious dedication. You managed to get it here in this good of condition? That’s a pro for you. I dunno where you found this, but I’m sure glad you did. I’m running out of ways to thank you, Sam. So I think I’ll let this token of our gratitude do the talking. We want to reward you for your service by allowing you to use more of the materials we have stored on site. Thanks so much for taking on so many and helping us out. Since the very first time you showed up and saved the day, we’ve been able to carry out our observational work here in relative safety. And in that time, we’ve seen this area undergo some amazing changes. There’s real sense of renewed life and hope. If you’re ever in need of a place to rest, we hope you’ll stop by and stay a while. We’ll keep an eye out for you—don’t be a stranger.