[hyperpallium]

The banter at the start reminded me of the start of Aliens. As transcript quotes, I assume it means James Cameron based it on reality.

The reality in this case was far, far more exciting than you ever want. If anything, the captain had a preternaturally professional calm.

> ship’s anemometer was in disrepair and had been for weeks

Can't measure wind; the co. didn't subscribe to hourly updates; a "software glitch" gave old reports.

[HeyLaughingBoy]

That's a really interesting observation. I first saw Alien with my roommate soon after we had both graduated from Merchant Marine school and he laughingly made a similar comment: "typical sailor behavior."

And honestly, experienced Merchant officers have seen so much shit, it's hard to get them rattled.