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Level 1
Norberto Puente: You must be Sam. It can’t have been easy to come this far south. You’re here to bring us onto the chiral network, right? That’s a relief. We’ll be able to dispose of corpses properly once you’ve got us online. That’ll be one less thing for our residents to worry about. Anyway, I believe you have some cargo for me, yes? Qué chido! There’s hardly a scratch on this cargo. You’re incredible! It’s just like everyone says. You’re a man that people can rely on. Okay, use your Q-pid to bring us online. The chiral gateway you’ve brought us should allow us to establish a connection between Mexico and the UCA. And with state-of-the-art tech at our disposal, we can finally solve a lot of our problems.
APAS: Chiral network coverage successfully expanded. Commencing data collection. Porter grade increased. Congratulations.
Norberto Puente: Chiral network connection confirmed. And now we can begin fabricating the latest corpse disposal equipment. Until recently, we’ve been dealing with our dead by burying them in tar, but that solution was growing untenable. We should be okay moving forward. I really can’t thank you enough. You must be exhausted after your long journey. We’ve prepared a private room for your exclusive use. There are countless dangers in these parts. You should rest until you’re fully recovered. Don’t push on until you’re ready. Please, stay here before you set out again.
Sam: How are things in the region?
Norberto Puente: Well our corpse disposal problem is no longer an issue thanks to you. But there’s nothing we can do to get rid of the BT area we created. Fear of BTs and damage from timefall and chiralium exposure will continue to be a concern. And let’s not forget about the bandits willing to attack travellers and facilities. But so long as we remain connected to the network, we’ll have access to new tools and technologies to help combat these threats. You brought us more than a connection to the outside – you brought us hope.
Sam: What was untenable about corpse disposal?
Norberto Puente: As I mentioned before, we’ve been taking them to a nearby tar pit and dropping them in. Unfortunately we took it too far… and it wasn’t long before the whole pit turned into a BT area. In trying to prevent the emergence of BTs, we ended up facilitating their creation. And with the constant timefall in the vicinity, chiral contamination has only grown worse. All these problems have contributed to an increased suicide rate, which in turn has resulted in even more bodies that we’ve had no way to dispose of properly. But thanks to the chiral network, we can now fabricate the corpse disposal facilities that we lack. Everything’s going to be alright.
Sam: I’m gonna get some sleep.
Norberto Puente: Thank you again for everything. I’ll get started right away on preparing your next order for you. By the time you wake up, it should be good to go. You’ll just need to access the delivery terminal here. I hope I can count on you.
Norberto Puente: Good morning, Sam. Did you have a good rest? We’re already making progress in addressing the corpse disposal situation here. One again, I’ve got to thank you for that. If you access the delivery terminal, you’ll find that you can fabricate equipment for yourself now too. We have some materials on hand here that you can use to make supplies for your journey. Take as much as you need. Now, we don’t have all the same schematics in Mexico that you have access to in the UCA. But as you link up more facilities to increase chiral network bandwidth, and improve your connection level with the locals… We should be able to share all kinds of new data with you, expanding your fabrication options further. I heard that you’re planning to extend chiral network coverage to the south – down as far as that research facility. So go ahead and pick up the order I’ve posted for you. I’ll explain the finer details of the mission while you look at the map provided by APAS.
Norberto Puente: Your next destination is Villa Libre. The people there don’t have enough medical equipment to meet their needs. If you bring them this delivery, you’ll be sure to earn their trust. And once you’ve done that, you’ll have an easier time convincing them to become part of the chiral network. Timefall is coming down hard in this area. Cargo containers that are exposed to timefall will begin to degrade. If you carry container repair spray with you, you can use it to mitigate these effects before it becomes a problem. Keep an eye out for the rivers and bandit camps in the area too. Hazards like these can make your life much harder. On your way to Villa Libre, you might pass a postbox we built. We left behind some spare equipment in its shared locker. If you see it, take a look inside. Everything is yours to use as you deem fit. There should be materials in there too – enough to fabricate something if you like. Also, if you have any extra equipment, you can use the box to donate it to other people. With a moment’s generosity, you can make another porter’s day. Finally, each postbox has a private locker which can be used to store equipment for later use, and a recycle feature that will turn any unneeded items into materials. So what do you think? Have enough information to plan your journey to Villa Libre? Take your time to finalise your route. This order calls for some pretty hefty cargo to be sure. But don’t forget to take into account all the other extras you’ll need to carry to get the job done. Every piece of equipment you take also adds to your overall weight. So think carefully about your loadout. Try to pick critical items that won’t weigh you down and wear you out when combined with your cargo. Run out of stamina halfway through a delivery, and you’re in for a world of hurt.
APAS: Make all necessary preparations for your delivery. When everything is in order, head out. Please select an item to fabricate.
Norberto Puente: See you around.
Level 2
Norberto Puente: I wasn’t expecting any visitors in this kind of weather! Hope you managed to avoid the worst of it. This cargo is in impossible good condition. For real, you’re the best porter I’ve ever seen. Figured we would never see this cargo, but here it is. Thank you so much for this delivery! You’ve got some seriously impressive skills. I’ll bet something like this would be right up your alley. You could use some extra materials as well, right? We’ll see if we can’t set a few aside for you. I’ve shared with you data for a machine pistol. This weapon is capable of full-auto fire and can be stowed securely in a holster. It may be compact, but it has plenty of stopping power. Good for all kinds of situations you might find yourself in. I hope it’s to your liking.
Level 3
Norberto Puente: Thank you. Been looking forward to this. Hard to imagine one guy carrying this much stuff! But that’s why you’re the professional porter. We wrote this stuff off as lost. Thanks for bringing it in! Anyone who can complete as many orders as you has to be a real badass. Which means you can definitely make the most of this. You could use some extra materials as well, right? We’ll see if we can’t set a few aside for you. This version of the machine pistol has been modified to make it silent. It’s the ideal sidearm if you need to conduct covert operations. I’m sure you’ll be able to make the most of it. We’ve got a lot riding on you and your network, after all.
Level 4
Norberto Puente: Oh, it’s you. That’s a relief. Been out and about working your ass off until now? Appreciate it. Qué chido! There’s hardly a scratch on this cargo. You’re incredible! We wrote this stuff off as lost. Thanks for bringing it in! Cannot thank you enough for everything you’ve done for us, but I’d like to think this will go a little ways toward repaying our debt. We want to do more to support you, so we’ll up the amount of materials we keep on hand. This is what people call a big-bore handgun. Even a single shot can inflict devastating damage, so I highly recommend using it against heavily armored enemies. But since it’s incapable of full-auto fire, you might want to consider a different weapon when the numbers are stacked against you. It’s all about choosing the right tool for the right situation–and I know a man like you is more than capable of doing that. I look forward to the next time we meet.
Level 5
Norberto Puente: Oh, it’s you. That’s a relief. Been out and about working your ass off until now? Appreciate it. It’s not often you get a delivery in such good shape! You’re a lifesaver. We wrote this stuff off as lost. Thanks for bringing it in! I honestly don’t know where we’d be without your help. Take this with my blessings. Pretty sure it’ll come in handy. We want to do more to support you, so we’ll up the amount of materials we keep on hand. We’ll never forget all the support you’ve given us. Never. Our corpse disposal problem already feels like a distant memory. Everyone is free to live safer, healthier lives. On behalf of our community here, allow me to thank you once more. Please come and visit us whenever you’re passing through, Sam.