Stranglehold

Another sorry episode from the unorthodox life of Captain Hesperus, star trader. A stirring tale of contraband, mutiny, and the importance of hats.A novella set in the universe of the classic computer game "Elite", and its fan-made remake, "Oolite".Another sorry episode from the unorthodox life of Captain Hesperus, star trader, highlighting many of the difficulties faced by merchant captains in the Co-operative today. It contains interesting insights into negotiation techniques, commander–crew relations, and the importance of hats, and shows how some trades can have awkward consequences. Traders, take heed!A novella set in the universe of the classic computer game "Elite", and its fan-made remake, "Oolite".