Arctic Research Vessel Wavebird

I'm sure you can imagine my surprise when, while peacefully fishing in these icy, arctic waters, my poor little green boat was jostled by the bow-wave of this monster.

The researchers apologised as they welcomed me on board with a steaming cup of coffee - they hadn't been expecting to see anyone for days, let alone a small lonely boat like mine.

As they (a mix of humans and floran) gave me a tour, they explained they were on a special expedition from a wooded planet in the same system. They were collecting a whole range of samples to take back home for analysis - water, mineral, botanical. I asked if they had any special reason, but they told me, no, they were just curious.

They were delighted when I shared samples of the fish I'd caught and, as we said farewell, they promised to send me a copy of the full report of their analysis.

I look forward to hearing from them again and being able to add their report to the growing library in the Galactic Protectorate.

Built for the 2022 Summer prompt "Wavebird" & 2023 November monthly prompt "A Voyage".

Starbound Summer Prompt List 2022

Pineapple

Resort

Kluex

Party

Boat

Ocean Surprise

Diving

Palm fronds

Wavebird (a bug)

Pink Sunbeam (a fish)

Welcome to Summer, Starbounders!*

For this list, I thought we'd try something different and see how it works out.

The Starbound Summer Prompt Event runs from 1 June to 31 August. You have 3 months to build, draw, write or otherwise create something Starbound-related based on the list above.

If you do make something from the list and post it, you can use the tags #sbsu22 or #StarboundPrompts22 to share it with everyone (or tag me directly, because I love seeing and RBing everyone's creations).

Den Gulerød Lagune

«Translated from an advertising pamphlet written in Frögg»

Every adventurer needs to take a break, lest they be broken. And what better way for the adventurous sort to relax than by the power of lava!

During your visit, we invite you to recline in the lagoon's healing waters, heated to a beautiful temperature by the lava below. The alluvial mud does wonders for your skin, and the nourishing and softening effects are particularly effective for creatures with porous skin types.

After a relaxing dip, we invite you to take advantage of our spa and have all those battle-knots eased out by our certified masseuses. What could be better after all that than to partake in a healthy snack and have a well-deserved nap in our 5-star hotel.

We look forward to your visit!

Built for the Starbound Autumn prompt "hot drink", and the Summer prompt "resort".

The Pink Sunbeam Club

Built for the Summer Starbound Prompt "Pink Sunbeam"

Celebration of Kluex

Built for the Summer prompt "Kluex" and the Spring prompt "Festival".

I had wanted to do this for the Spring prompts, but lacked the correct inspiration. I'm glad I waited, as this is far better than the previous iteration I'd made.

Made for the Summer Starbound Prompt "Ocean Suprise".

Photo Credits: ஃ ~ ஃ ~ ஃ ~ ஃ ~ ஃ ~ ஃ

The Cave

Built for the Summer Starbound Prompt "Diving"

Full disclosure: I used the Fullbright debugging mode to capture the cave interior and then used postprocessing to overlay it onto the normally-lit exterior. I hoped that it might give the impression of a bright and bejewelled cave. If nothing else, you can at least see the details.

The Raft

Everyone needs somewhere to get away to once in a while, and I'm no exception.

I've had this place ever since the Ruin was annihilated...

*Mio gets a faraway look in her eyes, staring at the wavering horizon as she sips her grape juice*

Ester told me I should "take some time" after the Ruin was defeated. I didn't really understand what she meant, so I spent my time skimming the universe, looking for threats that weren't there anymore. Of course, I was the only one who couldn't see what was happening, so my crew took action. They marooned me on an ocean planet with enough supplies for a month and orders to relax.

Well. I never was any good at just sitting still.

Determined to find a way off the planet I was stranded on, I built my raft, and a little hut to shelter in, and set sail. As I'm sure you know, most ocean planets are deserted top-side; and I hadn't the equipment to dive deep enough for a city. Eventually, I gave in and spent my days staring at the waves until my crew showed up again.

*Mio takes another sip* Though there was the little matter of no longer being near the beacon they set up... Not sure they've forgiven me for that... Still; I maintain it was good training, so don't you dare say anything different.

I've done it up since. Added a 'porter that only me and my crew have the address to, a little library, a garden, and a wet bar. And as I tell my guests: there's absolutely no tech allowed!

Built for the Summer Starbound Prompt "Boat".