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Canterbury

Cant

An aging water-hauler whose routine rescue duty pulls its crew toward the derelict Scopuli.

Story so far

The Canterbury is a retooled colony transport now hauling ice from Saturn toward the Belt for Pur'n'Kleen Water Company. Under Captain McDowell it answers the Scopuli's distress beacon, despite the cost and delay. McDowell orders executive officer James Holden to investigate cautiously and leave at the first sign of danger.

Appearance

Three-quarters of a kilometer long and roughly fire-hydrant shaped, the Canterbury is mostly empty space inside, built around the practical machinery and hangars of a long-serving industrial vessel.

Role

The Canterbury is Holden's home and workplace, carrying the small crew sent to inspect the abandoned freighter.

Relationships

James Holden — James Holden serves as the Canterbury's executive officer.
Naomi Nagata — Naomi Nagata is its chief engineer.
Scopuli — The Canterbury changes course to answer the Scopuli's beacon.
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Chapter 2
  • An aging water-hauler whose routine rescue duty pulls its crew toward the derelict Scopuli.
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