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[[Travelling in Charted Space]]: In a sector-spanning [[civilization]] with little standardization and decentralized [[governance]], travelling the [[star]]s can be a risky proposition. The individual [[government]] of any [[world]] may greatly differ in [[culture]] and [[technology]] from its neighbor. Not every [[world]] that should rate an [[amber zone]] or [[red zone]] warning gets one in time. Even the quickest of messages take a week of travel. Yet, some individuals still possess a wanderlust and sense of adventure that compels them to seek the [[star]]s. They have the [[Traveller Gene]]. | [[Travelling in Charted Space]]: In a sector-spanning [[civilization]] with little standardization and decentralized [[governance]], travelling the [[star]]s can be a risky proposition. The individual [[government]] of any [[world]] may greatly differ in [[culture]] and [[technology]] from its neighbor. Not every [[world]] that should rate an [[amber zone]] or [[red zone]] warning gets one in time. Even the quickest of messages take a week of travel. Yet, some individuals still possess a wanderlust and sense of adventure that compels them to seek the [[star]]s. They have the [[Traveller Gene]]. | ||
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− | + | Please see the following [[AAB]] [[Library Data]] articles for more information: | |
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* Interstellar Travel ([[Travelling in Charted Space]]) | * Interstellar Travel ([[Travelling in Charted Space]]) | ||
** [[First Meal]] | ** [[First Meal]] | ||
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** [[Travellers' Aid Society]] | ** [[Travellers' Aid Society]] | ||
− | == Description == | + | == Description ([[Specifications]]) == |
− | '''Interstellar Travel:''' [[World]]s orbiting different [[star]]s are reached by interstellar travel, which makes use of the [[jump drive]]. Once a [[starship]] moves to a safe distance from a world, it may activate its [[jump drive]]. Jump drives are rated from 1 to 6: the number of [[parsec]]s which can be | + | '''Interstellar Travel:''' [[World]]s orbiting different [[star]]s are reached by interstellar travel, which makes use of the [[jump drive]]. Once a [[starship]] moves to a safe distance from a world, it may activate its [[jump drive]]. Jump drives are rated from 1 to 6: the number of [[parsec]]s which can be travelled in roughly one week’s time. Actually, making any jump takes about one week, regardless of the distance travelled. Transit time to 100 diameters from a [[Planetary Size|Size 8]] world takes five hours at one [[Gravity]] or G of acceleration. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=4}} |
− | [[Civilian Ship|Commercial starships]] usually make two jumps per month. They spend one week in [[Jumpspace|jump]], followed by one week in the [[star system]], | + | [[Civilian Ship|Commercial starships]] usually make two jumps per month. They spend one week in [[Jumpspace|jump]], followed by one week in the [[star system]], travelling from the jump point to the local [[world]], refueling, marketing cargo, finding passengers, leaving the [[starport]], and proceeding to a jump point again. The week in the [[system]] usually provides some time for crew recreation and wandering around the [[planet]]. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=4}} |
[[Civilian Ship|Non-commercial ships]] usually follow the same schedule of one week in [[Jumpspace|jump]] and one week in a [[system]]. If haste is called for, a [[ship]] may refuel at a [[gas giant]] immediately, and re-jump right away. This allows the [[ship]] to make one jump per week, but makes no provision for cargo, passengers, or local stops. Interstellar travel is priced on the basis of accommodations; prices cover a trip from [[starport]] to [[starport]], encompassing one jump, regardless of length. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=4}} | [[Civilian Ship|Non-commercial ships]] usually follow the same schedule of one week in [[Jumpspace|jump]] and one week in a [[system]]. If haste is called for, a [[ship]] may refuel at a [[gas giant]] immediately, and re-jump right away. This allows the [[ship]] to make one jump per week, but makes no provision for cargo, passengers, or local stops. Interstellar travel is priced on the basis of accommodations; prices cover a trip from [[starport]] to [[starport]], encompassing one jump, regardless of length. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=4}} | ||
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=== Travel Formulae === | === Travel Formulae === | ||
− | '''Travelling in Charted Space:''' The travel formulae and diagram used by the [[Imperial Navy]] and [[Scout Service]] show a typical interplanetary journey, and equations which can determine | + | '''Travelling in Charted Space:''' The travel formulae and diagram used by the [[Imperial Navy]] and [[Scout Service]] show a typical interplanetary journey, and equations which can determine time required (if distance and acceleration are known), acceleration required (if distance and time are known), and distance travelled (if time and acceleration are known]. All of the formulae use the MKS (meters, kilograms, seconds) unit system, and assume that the [[ship]] is undertaking a journey from rest, that it accelerates continuously to midpoint of the trip, and then decelerates to rest again. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=4}} |
[[File: Trav-Travel-Formulas.jpg|800px]] | [[File: Trav-Travel-Formulas.jpg|800px]] | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Typically J-1 to J-2 | | Typically J-1 to J-2 | ||
− | | A [[Starpass]] is a widely accepted prepaid travel voucher ensured by a large financial interest, usually a world government or large interstellar polity. Starpass investor groups keep [[starship]] crews paid and are sought after by captains for their reliability of income. In return, Starpass holders receive travel priority and discounted fare. An individual with a Starpass is a sought | + | | A [[Starpass]] is a widely accepted prepaid travel voucher ensured by a large financial interest, usually a world government or large interstellar polity. Starpass investor groups keep [[starship]] crews paid and are sought after by captains for their reliability of income. In return, Starpass holders receive travel priority and discounted fare. An individual with a Starpass is a sought after commodity. Travel costs are ensured and reliable. The tickets get paid. |
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| Jumpliners | | Jumpliners | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Typically J-1 to J-2 | | Typically J-1 to J-2 | ||
− | | [[Jumpliner]]s are the most common ways of | + | | [[Jumpliner]]s are the most common ways of travelling the [[star]]s. They are large passenger [[starship]]s optimized to carry many passengers at low prices. There are many types of jumpliners each specialized for a specific market or circumstance. |
* [[Travel Passage]] | * [[Travel Passage]] | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Typically J-4 to J-6 | | Typically J-4 to J-6 | ||
− | | Clippers are [[jumpliner]]s designed to travel the [[starway]]s at a much higher speed than conventional passenger and cargo traffic. Due to the higher cost of passage, only high profit or high | + | | Clippers are [[jumpliner]]s designed to travel the [[starway]]s at a much higher speed than conventional passenger and cargo traffic. Due to the higher cost of passage, only high profit or high interest routes are chosen, typically subsector or sector capitols although sometimes particularly important trade nexus hubs or industrial centers are included. |
* Traditional passenger service connects specific worlds with layovers for refueling, debarkation and embarkation, and cargo transfers. By its nature, passengers change ships with each layover. | * Traditional passenger service connects specific worlds with layovers for refueling, debarkation and embarkation, and cargo transfers. By its nature, passengers change ships with each layover. | ||
− | * Clipper service books passengers for the stated destination. The ship refuels in minimal time by skimming gas giants or using pre-established fuel caches and does not stop nor layover at intervening systems. Passengers are not required to change ships for the journey. Occasional passengers along the route meet the clipper as it passes through the system. | + | * Clipper service books passengers for the stated destination. The ship refuels in minimal time by skimming gas giants or using pre-established fuel caches, and does not stop nor layover at intervening systems. Passengers are not required to change ships for the journey. Occasional passengers along the route meet the clipper as it passes through the system. |
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Typically J-2 to J-4 | | Typically J-2 to J-4 | ||
− | | Smaller [[world]]s with less developed economies may not regularly receive significant interstellar traffic. In such cases, passengers may charter passage with individual captains offering berth on [[postal union]] or small trading runs. A tramp is a [[starship]] | + | | Smaller [[world]]s with less developed economies may not regularly receive significant interstellar traffic. In such cases, passengers may charter passage with individual captains offering berth on [[postal union]] or small trading runs. A tramp is a [[starship]] travelling unchartered runs, seeking fame and fortune. |
* [[Travel Passage]] | * [[Travel Passage]] | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Typically J-4 to J-6 | | Typically J-4 to J-6 | ||
− | | The very wealthy individually maintain personal starships and crew retainers. They travel where and when they want. They are still subject to world or system law and may seek Imperial or other supra-polity | + | | The very wealthy individually maintain personal starships and crew retainers. They travel where and when they want. They are still subject to world or system law and may seek Imperial or other supra-polity sanction before entering certain areas. |
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| Starship Crew | | Starship Crew | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Assorted | | Assorted | ||
− | | The market can never meet | + | | The market can never meet demand for skilled [[starship]] crew. A talented Traveller can nearly always find a crew slot to fill. |
* [[Working Passage]] | * [[Working Passage]] | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Typically J-2 to J-4 | | Typically J-2 to J-4 | ||
− | | As the [[Imperial Fringe]] and other frontiers are developed, colony ships and colonial expeditions frequently send | + | | As the [[Imperial Fringe]] and other frontiers are developed, colony ships and colonial expeditions frequently send message ahead of their route looking for bodies to fill their berths if not at capacity. Due to low berth losses and the unreliability of passengers, many such [[starship]]s find themselves with unexpected empty slots. Beggars can't be choosers and sometimes signing onto a colony ship is the most expedient way offworld. |
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| [[Aslan]] [[Ihatei]] | | [[Aslan]] [[Ihatei]] | ||
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| [[Starship]] | | [[Starship]] | ||
| Assorted | | Assorted | ||
− | | In the [[Vargr Extents]], it is almost a rite of passage to join a [[corsair]] crew and satisfy one's canidoid | + | | In the [[Vargr Extents]], it is almost a rite of passage to join a [[corsair]] crew and satisfy one's canidoid travelling curiosity. Outside of the Extents, [[Vargr]] often channel this energy into joining [[starship]] crews or signing onto colonial expeditions. |
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− | == History == | + | == History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == |
− | The first [[Travellers]] existed long before [[spaceflight]]. They were adventurous souls with a curiosity that wouldn't quit. They wouldn't abide | + | The first [[Travellers]] existed long before [[spaceflight]]. They were adventurous souls with a curiosity that wouldn't quit. They wouldn't abide the ''status quo'' and pushed for more. Such individuals dare to go where others won't. They push out every boundary that they find: circumnavigators of globes, first to flight, interstellar explorers... They have the [[Traveller Gene]]. |
=== Travel Zones === | === Travel Zones === | ||
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− | == Sources == | + | == References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) == |
{{Advanced}} | {{Advanced}} | ||
{{Sources | {{Sources | ||
− | | NOTE: ''This article is an amalgamation of many different materials published since 1977 including unpublished notes from [[Marc Miller]].'' | + | |S1= NOTE: ''This article is an amalgamation of many different materials published since 1977 including unpublished notes from [[Marc Miller]].'' |
− | | {{CT}} Book 2 [[Starships]] | + | |S2= {{CT}} Book 2 [[Starships]] |
− | | Periodical: [[Stellar Reaches 19]] | + | |S3= Periodical: [[Stellar Reaches 19]] |
− | | Novel: [[Agent of the Imperium]] | + | |S4= Novel: [[Agent of the Imperium]] |
− | | [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]] | + | |S5= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]] |
− | | Author & Contributor: [[Crawm Lermil]] | + | |S6= Author & Contributor: [[Crawm Lermil]] |
− | | Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]] | + | |S7= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]] |
}} | }} | ||
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