In “Star Citizen - On The Run Part 2 - No Rest For Criminals,” Alex and her partner Mass navigate a dangerous Banu marketplace while evading bounty hunters and undercover agents after a botched job involving deleting seemingly worthless data. As they confront betrayal from Mr. Grous and the looming threat of the advocacy, they narrowly escape an ambush, leaving them questioning their precarious situation and seeking refuge in the Backus asteroid belt.
In “Star Citizen - On The Run Part 2 - No Rest For Criminals,” the story follows Alex, who is observing a bustling Banu marketplace from a railing. Despite the vibrant atmosphere filled with traders and shoppers, Alex is preoccupied with her hunger and the lurking danger of undercover advocacy agents and bounty hunters. After a harrowing escape from the human authorities, she and her partner Mass have been relentlessly pursued across several systems, making it difficult for them to find respite. The advocacy’s unusual mobilization indicates that their recent actions have drawn significant attention, and Alex feels the weight of impending danger.
As Alex navigates the crowded plaza, she reflects on the peculiar nature of their current job, which involves deleting files rather than stealing them. This oddity, combined with the heightened response from the law, raises red flags in her mind. She is anxious to meet with Mr. Grous and collect their payment, but her instincts tell her something isn’t right. The duo’s situation is precarious, and Alex grapples with the reality of their status as fugitives, constantly looking over her shoulder for threats.
Upon arriving at the docking tube connected to their ship, Alex finds Mass engaged in work related to the project data they downloaded. They meet with Esos Sui Donosi, who reveals that the data they were paid to wipe is essentially worthless. As Donosi discusses the lack of value in the information, Alex’s concern grows, especially since they are technically indebted to the Guild. When Alex attempts to leave with Mass, Donosi insists that Mass must fulfill his obligations, showcasing the complexities of Banu politics and the precariousness of their situation.
The tension escalates when Mr. Grous confronts them, revealing that the advocacy is waiting to ambush them. Grous’s intentions become clear, and the duo realizes they are caught in a trap. Mass and Alex manage to fight back, using an EMP to disable Grous temporarily. However, the situation intensifies as Grous injures himself to avoid capture, leaving Alex and Mass with a critical decision: tend to Grous or escape from the incoming advocacy forces.
In a frantic bid for freedom, Alex pilots their ship away from the ambush while deploying flares to obscure their escape. Although they manage to evade immediate capture, the experience leaves them on edge and questioning the motives behind their job. With no answers and a sense of foreboding, they set their sights on the Backus asteroid belt, hoping to find a moment of peace amidst the chaos. The video concludes with a nod to the unpredictability of their lives as they remain on the run, reflecting on the challenges of navigating a world filled with danger and deception.