Chapter 5: Building the Spacebike and Exploring the Ship Field

Wei was exhausted, but the excitement of unlocking the recipe for the Scrap Space Bike (Level 1) kept him moving. Having a vehicle meant exploring the planet faster and carrying more resources. He opened the HUD to review the required materials:

[Blueprint: Scrap Space Bike (Level 1)]

Requirements:

Light Metal x5Basic Circuits x3Propulsion Generator x1Chemical Fuel x2

Wei already had most of the required materials, but the Propulsion Generator would be the biggest challenge. He knew he could find something similar in wrecked ships, so the enormous shipyard he had spotted from the tower was the best option.

The Shipyard

Upon arriving, Wei was awestruck. It was a true graveyard of technology: massive transport ships, wrecked battle fighters, and even the hull of a partially buried star cruiser. This place seemed like paradise for someone with his system, but it also came with risks. He already knew that guardian droids could be hiding anywhere.

Before advancing, he found a high vantage point and used his hacking tool to scan the area. The system identified several points of interest:

Sector 1: A shattered freighter with basic supplies.Sector 2: A starfighter with partially intact propulsion systems.Sector 3: A star cruiser with high combat droid activity.

Wei decided to start with Sector 2, where he might find the much-needed Propulsion Generator.

The Search for the Generator

The starfighter was tilted, with one wing stuck in a pile of debris. Wei climbed carefully, using his scrap knife to pry open a side panel. Inside, he found exactly what he needed:

[Item Collected: Propulsion Generator x1]

"Perfect!"

Before he could celebrate, a mechanical noise echoed behind him. He turned to see two small droids quickly approaching.

[Alert: Enemies Detected]

Models: Combat Patrol Droids (Star Wars Outlaws)

Level: 2

Wei quickly drew his Hand Blaster and began firing, moving between the wreckage to avoid incoming shots. He managed to destroy the first droid with two precise hits, but the second one closed the distance too fast.

Using his improvisation skills, Wei kicked a loose metal plate, toppling the droid before finishing it off with a direct shot to its core.

[Enemies Eliminated]

XP Earned: +30

Resources Collected: Basic Circuits x1, Chemical Fuel x1

With the Propulsion Generator in hand and the extra fuel collected, he returned to the safe zone to begin building the bike.

Building the Space Bike

Wei opened the construction menu and selected the bike blueprint. The system began its work, and a blue light took shape around him. Piece by piece, the bike materialized until it was finally complete.

[Scrap Space Bike (Level 1) Constructed]

Capacity: Transports up to 50 Kg of Resources, Moderate Speed.

Wei ran his hand across the bike's improvised structure, feeling like an engineer in a game like Space Engineers.

"Let's test this out."

He climbed onto the bike, which emitted a faint hum as it powered up. Seconds later, he was gliding over the terrain, enjoying the freedom of movement he so desperately needed.

A Temporary Base

After hours of exploration, Wei realized he needed a fixed point to rest and organize his resources. He found an old, semi-intact escape pod in Sector 1 of the shipyard. The location seemed perfect for a temporary base.

He opened the construction menu and activated the modification system to make the pod habitable.

[New Recipe: Temporary Base (Level 1)]

Requirements:

Heavy Metal x5Durable Fabric x3Basic Circuits x2

With the gathered materials, he began working. Using metal pieces and durable fabric from nearby wreckage, he reinforced the pod's structure, installed a basic air filter, and even created a small storage area.

[Temporary Base (Level 1) Constructed]

Functions:

Rest: Recovers energy and health.Storage: Holds up to 100 Kg of Resources.Customization: Expandable with new technologies.

Wei collapsed onto the makeshift bed inside the pod, finally feeling his body relax.

Looking Ahead

Before sleeping, Wei opened the HUD and saw new notifications. With the bike and base constructed, the system seemed to acknowledge his progress.

[System Update]

New Games Integrated: Space Engineers, Destiny 2

New Recipes Available:

Automated Construction Platform (Space Engineers)Ghost Fragment (Destiny 2)

"What else is waiting for me out there?" he murmured, closing his eyes and surrendering to exhaustion.

The day had been long, but Wei was adapting. Each step made him stronger and more prepared to face this chaotic universe.