To, Infinity and beyond, what to drink in space.

A Mike pick on both fronts.

Most, if not all, science fiction movies and/or games are based upon the fantasy of swashbuckling adventurers in outer space. Flying a spaceship through the galaxy, performing feats of "daring-do"(I've waited ages to use that), winning the girl and becoming heroes, is what films such as Star Wars bring to us all. I mean, seriously, who wouldn't want to wield a light saber, or pilot a fast ship while firing blue lasers at the enemy? However, just like in our present mundane state of terrestrial being, the reality of intergalactic life is that not everyone will be the next Han Solo, or Luke Skywalker. Actually most everybody would be stuck with crappy, boring jobs in space much like we are presently, here on earth.

It is that assumption of reality, upon which one of our favorite games, Galaxy Trucker, is based.

In Galaxy Trucker the player is NOT an Admiral of the Imperial fleet gleefully bringing blood and death to the much hated and deserving, Ewoks, but rather a simple intergalactic junk man. Hired by Corporation Incorporated you have to harvest supplies and cargo from abandoned space stations and wrecked ships, then deliver them safely to your employer. Each player must; build his or her ship (from spare parts), try to fly faster than all the other players and, most of all, survive the dangers of that galaxy far, far, away. Not an easy task to be sure, as the realm of deep space holds some very nasty surprises for those brave (perhaps stupid is a better word) few who seek their fortunes amongst the stars.

Be sure to wear proper head attire when playing.

Meteor showers, pirates, slavers, aliens, and a plethora of other happy events hinder the Fred Sanfords of the future at every turn. (No one really ever wins this game, they just lose less than the other players) Once all is said and done, and you have brought your ship and cargo back to port, more than likely damaged and crippled, you are definitely going to need a drink. Hell, you're going to need one while playing.

Best consumed BEFORE slavers arrive.

For Captains of Corporation Incorporated's salvage fleet, we believe that the classic Tanqueray and Tonic is the perfect libation to sip whilst braving the perilous peril of the outer reaches of the galaxy. Not heavy, or sweet, the T&T will help numb the horror and pain of your voyage, but not so much you lose you ability to concentrate. The tart kick, and subtle fizz that you experience with each taste keeps you on your toes and in the game. Which is very important, especially when slavers are boarding your ship looking to take you like no man was meant to be taken.The light and refreshing flavor of this classic cocktail is just the right match for a game so varied and unpredictable.

So mix up a good old, steady, T&T, sit back in the CON and have a sip, rest assured all the other Captains are doing just that.

Cheers
AL