Trapped in Al\'s Quay

killbydemons · Post by **killbydemons** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 2:15 pm

I clearly don't understand the mechanics of wormholes, because I can't seem to escape from Al's Quay. I took the wormhole in the Sapphire system to get there (at 18, -18), and after getting my share of goods, I'm ready to leave....

When I try taking the wormhole that I entered from, it sticks in a loop, as if I were exiting immediately in front of another wormhole only to enter yet again. After looping through a few times, I end up in....Al's Quay II!!

I've tried doing my share of research, but I need a clear explanation on using wormholes properly. Pearl isn't too far away if you evochronians are intent on forcing me to play with others in order to learn these things;)

Maarschalk · Post by **Maarschalk** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 2:27 pm

Looks like you took what they call the whormhole highway! Your not doing anything wrong using the whormholes;)

Koranis · Post by **Koranis** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 3:58 pm

Originally posted by Eclipse
There is no wormhole out of the Quays.
You must be in Al's Quay I and then head for Pearl system (I think it's heading 90 from the first Quay).

I'm in the same situation.

What do you mean by "heading 90"? Whoaat? On foot??

Maarschalk · Post by **Maarschalk** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 5:15 pm

Originally posted by Koranis
Originally posted by Eclipse
There is no wormhole out of the Quays.
You must be in Al's Quay I and then head for Pearl system (I think it's heading 90 from the first Quay).
I'm in the same situation. What do you mean by "heading 90"? Whoaat? On foot??

What Eclipse says is correct heading 90 or Eastwards compass wise about 2 to 4 mantis jumps away towards Pearl.

[Edited on 6-22-2009 by Maarschalk]

Koranis · Post by **Koranis** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 5:32 pm

You're speaking in a code here....

What is mantis? A drive?

I have a Fulcrum C5 drive right now...

MMaggio · Post by **MMaggio** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 6:03 pm

LOL! A "mantis drive" is an experimental jump drive that can be bought at some places. The wormhole that took you to Al's quay is a one way trip. You'll have to work your way back to Pearl. Without a mantis drive, it will take you longer, but it can be done.
A heading of 90* from Al's quay will get you started in the right direction. After that, I suggest you save often!
Others will undoubtedly offer further advice.
Good luck!

verbosity · Post by **verbosity** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 6:06 pm

from Al's its only 20 sectors away from known space, thats only 4 jumps with a c5

[Edited on 6-22-2009 by verbosity]

killbydemons · Post by **killbydemons** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 6:10 pm

lol, one way you say...that would explain a lot. No problem as far getting to Pearl is concerned, got a C5 fulcrum

[Edited on 6-22-2009 by killbydemons]

Maarschalk · Post by **Maarschalk** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 7:55 pm

Originally posted by killbydemons
lol, one way you say...that would explain a lot. No problem as far getting to Pearl is concerned, got a C5 fulcrum

[Edited on 6-22-2009 by killbydemons]

So 4 jumps in said direction will take you back to Pearl;)

49rTbird · Post by **49rTbird** » Tue Jun 23, 2009 4:03 am

Hi killbydemons, welcome to the forum and the Sim.

warsign · Post by **warsign** » Tue Jun 23, 2009 10:16 am

You can manually type Pearl's coordinates on your navigation panel also (F1).

Alg · Post by **Alg** » Thu Jul 09, 2009 12:10 pm

Oh yes there is ;_)

Best

Al

Originally posted by Eclipse
There is no wormhole out of the Quays.

DennyMala · Post by **DennyMala** » Thu Jul 09, 2009 1:29 pm

Interesting..... hints on location?

tha_rami · Post by **tha_rami** » Thu Jul 09, 2009 2:05 pm

Al! Nice to hear from ya

. Always the tease, eh?

warsign · Post by **warsign** » Thu Jul 09, 2009 2:41 pm

Originally posted by Alg
Oh yes there is ;_)

Best

Al

Originally posted by Eclipse
There is no wormhole out of the Quays.

Nice to hear indeed. Hi Alg.

Alg · Post by **Alg** » Fri Jul 10, 2009 12:36 pm

;_) Afternoon chaps.

And call me Al

Alg · Post by **Alg** » Fri Jul 10, 2009 12:46 pm

Hi Denny,

When I built (or according to RamiCulture ;_) discovered it)) the Highway had I think up to Quay 70 (and Rami will I know remind/correct me). That really can be a long walk back to Pearl.

I cannot give you hints on the location because it has none...

Best

Al

Originally posted by DennyMala
Interesting..... hints on location?

[Edited on 7-10-2009 by Alg]

DennyMala · Post by **DennyMala** » Fri Jul 10, 2009 4:26 pm

This is confunsing the less.....

Oh well..... it's not a so long trip to Pearl....

Goatnado386 · Post by **Goatnado386** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 3:55 am

What's the point of going to Al Quay?

BraveHart · Post by **BraveHart** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 4:09 am

Originally posted by ncc386
What's the point of going to Al Quay?

"For the Beer".....check out Al's place when you fly through

DennyMala · Post by **DennyMala** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 8:18 am

Beer and goodies... :-)

Karmasaur · Post by **Karmasaur** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 11:19 am

A heading of 90* from Al's quay will get you started in the right direction. After that, I suggest you save often!

Actually, saving often when you are out exploring no mans land, is a pretty sure way to get into trouble. If you save past the point of no return, and there is nothing ahead of you, you are just plain screwed.

When you venture out to see whats out there, make sure that your last save has the potential to get your ship back to a known fuel depot.

warsign · Post by **warsign** » Thu Jul 16, 2009 12:26 pm

Originally posted by BraveHart
Originally posted by ncc386
What's the point of going to Al Quay?
"For the Beer".....check out Al's place when you fly through

LOL.

For meet with Alg a.k.a Al