All That Money Can Buy

Lore & Background

Financial disputes frequently escalate beyond simple theft in this sector of space. The mission touches upon the moral ambiguity faced by travelers who must decide whether to uphold the law or assist those driven to crime by circumstance. It reflects the broader societal tension between the United Colonies' regulations and the freedom sought by those on the outer rim, where money often speaks louder than justice.

In Their Own Story

The neon lights of Neon flickered against the rain-slicked streets below. She checked her account balance again—insufficient funds for the ticket home. The man across the table slid a datapad forward, his eyes cold. 'It's not about the credits,' he whispered. 'It's about who owns them.' In the silence of the bar, she knew the price of survival was higher than she'd imagined.

Reader's Guide

The mission begins when you encounter an individual seeking financial assistance or information regarding a debt. Initial objectives involve gathering intel on where funds are being held or who is withholding payment. You may be tasked with infiltrating a location to retrieve credits or data, which often leads to encounters with hostile forces protecting the assets. Dialogue choices allow you to negotiate, intimidate, or bypass obstacles depending on your skills. The conclusion involves deciding how to distribute the recovered funds: returning them to the rightful owner, keeping them for yourself, or handing them over to a faction that claims ownership.

Did You Know?

• Credits in Starfield are used not just for trade but as a primary currency for ship upgrades and settlement building.
• The Crimson Fleet is notorious for hijacking cargo ships to fund their operations across the Settled Systems.
• Financial disputes often lead to bounty status if players choose illegal methods to resolve debt.