At the start of the game, you get to pick your attributes, skills, ship, contacts, profession etc. Did some random missions to make some money. Started the chain mission and transported the Arbiter to see Prince Calagan Faen.

Saving up to upgrade engines.

I hired a Shock Trooper to replace the Pistoleer. Start of the Valencia Faen mission chain.

I also started the Zette Faen mission chain which is very long and lucrative.

Upgraded Weapons Locker to A5, upgraded Officer Quarters, 3 Defensive Pattern Matrix, 2 Aramech missile pods.

I completed a mission for Eric Faen, had an encounter with the Hunna. As I wasn't willing to spend money to modify my ship for a mission that only pays 32k, I decided to stick with Zette Faen. Taking Zette's mission means I will no longer receive missions from Eric or Valencia at this point. Fought a Steel Song bounty hunter. Met Yaen Dolzimer the Gestalt Technologist who can lead us to Aldo the scientist.

Bought the Wolfpack Interceptor and left it in drydock to be upgraded. Fought ships that attacked me and sold the loot. Explored Wilderness due to rumor of Artifact.

Found the relic Veneration Cowl. Sold refined spices for a good price. Asked for support from the High Prince on Calagan Faen's behalf. Patrolled Thulun settlement to improve reputation. Continue to upgrade the Wolfpack Interceptor.