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Revision as of 04:40, 2 July 2025
"Jackpot" is a science fiction short story by Pierre Mortel, set in a desolate desert planet where the protagonist, Nemyu, dreams of escaping her harsh environment. The narrative follows her and her companion, Jurga, a damaged robot, as they search for crashed spaceships to salvage technology.
Characters
- Nemyu: A Jackal who dreams of leaving her planet and is determined to salvage technology from crashed ships.
- Jurga: A Robot Legion soldier with critical damage to his memory storage, who assists Nemyu in her plans despite his pessimism.
Plot Summary
Nemyu, a Jackal, and her companion Jurga, a damaged Robot Legion soldier, navigate a desolate desert planet in search of crashed spaceships to salvage technology. They discover a wrecked cargo ship and hope to find valuable parts that could improve their situation. As they explore the wreck, they face unexpected challenges that test their resilience and bond.
Fun Fact
As part of the mission for the short story, OPR has released a model "Jackals Ship Investigation" which has a Robot Legion (presumably Jurga) leaning against the ship wreck.
Resources
- Jackpot by Pierre Mortel (Short Stories)
- Sirius Chronicles Vol. 1 - Grimdark Future Shot Story Anthology
