Totally Legal Salvage [TLSALVAGE] - Organizations

History

Totally Legal Salvage traces its roots back to 2953, the same year Drake Interplanetary introduced the Vulture which put industrial-scale reclamation into the hands of everyday citizens. Suddenly, derelicts weren’t just debris to search for a contract, they were an opportunity for much more.

This shift gave rise to a new class of operator: skilled, independent, and usually flying solo. Unfortunately, we found that the work was often dangerous. Wreck sites drew outlaws, Nine Tails patrols, and trigger-happy Murder Hobos looking for easy prey. As skirmishes over scrap became more common, a few of us started thinking: maybe it was time to stop working against each other and start flying under the same banner.

Operating out of almost anywhere in the ‘verse, these independent savage craft operators began reclaiming wayward wrecks, decommissioned vessels, and the occasional suspiciously empty cargo hauler. Was it glamorous? No. Was it licensed? Mostly. Business was good, and the salvage practically found them.

As word spread and profits grew, so did the death count. The ‘verse is a dangerous place, and one too many run-ins with trigger-happy “Murder Hobos” (you know the type: shoot first, ask questions never), Pirates, and occasionally the UEE Navy, made it clear that operating solely as independent salvage operators wasn’t going to cut it long-term.

So in 2955, we did the smart thing and gave ourselves a name, a banner, and the thinnest possible layer of legitimacy. Thus, Totally Legal Salvage and Pick‑N‑Pull was born. Complete with a physical presence in multiple systems, a rotating stock of questionably sourced parts, and a front office that doubles as a break room and triples as an alibi.

Since then, we’ve grown into a network of individuals offering full-service ship recycling, environmental clean up and rare ship part acquisition with a fleet of Vultures, Fortunes, Reclaimers, and the occasional “borrowed” Mole. Our independent salvage craft operators work the forgotten corners of the ‘verse, ready to swoop in whenever opportunity (or disaster) strikes.

Whether we’re cleaning up derelict ships, “relocating” unsecured cargo, or “recycling” exotic ship components, our guiding principles are simple:

Clean up the ‘verse. Stay alive. Maximize profits.

At Totally Legal Salvage and Pick‑N‑Pull, we don’t ask too many questions—because frankly, the last crew that did isn’t around to answer ours.

“Don’t ask us where we got it, just buy it!“™

Manifesto

We turn wrecks to riches!
In the silent reaches of the ‘verse, wrecks don’t tell stories – they scream opportunity!

We are Totally Legal Salvage – a community of independent salvage craft operators who know that the ‘verse doesn’t hand you anything. You take what you can find, or someone else will.

We don’t work for empires, mega-corps (ignore the billboards… “An ARCORP Subisdiary” makes us look more legitimate), or some Admiralty’s idea of “order.” We work for ourselves. Independently. Reliably. Profitably.

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Our Vision:
To build a trusted network of independent salvagers who thrive on collaboration, community and camaraderie. We believe in strength through community, safety in numbers when needed, and shared opportunity when it makes sense. Whether you’re working solo or joining forces for the big score, Totally Legal Salvage is a name you can count on and one that helps you get paid.

Who We Want:
Like minded individuals. Independent scrappers. Tight, lean salvage crews. Whether you’re a solo scrapper or run your own team, if you know your way around the ‘verse and have a knack for turning wrecks into riches but don’t want to answer to some contracted salvage broker, we’ve got a place for you.

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Our Code:

Finders, Keepers:
Derelict ships? Debris? Unclaimed cargo? If no one else is there to claim it, it’s yours now.

No Middlemen, No Masters:
At TLS, you are your own boss. No org dues. No quotas. You fly your flag, your ship, for your business but if you need help, just ask! The only expectation is that you return the favor, and help fellow TLS members when you can.

Mutual Opportunity:
If another TLS member’s in a bind and you can lend a hand, do it. We look out for our own. Not out of duty, but out of respect. If you request help, work out a contract with the member(s) who helped you out. As long as everyone agrees on the terms, everyone wins.

Discretion Optional, Profit Mandatory:
We don’t advertise how we get what we get, but rest assured, it’s totally legal. Discretion is our best friend. Between Pirates in Pyro, Murder Hobos near cargo stops, and Hurston Security, the only ones who need to know where you found that C2 full of “whatever” is you and any other TLS member who may be helping you out. The more people who know, the more likely you are to loose that haul. At the end of the day, we all want to get paid and stay alive. And remember, if someone asks questions… Don’t ask us where we got it, just but it!

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Totally Legal Salvage and Pick – N – Pull
“Don’t ask us where we got it, just buy it!“™

Charter

Org Charter: Totally Legal Salvage and Pick‑N‑Pull

Article I: Purpose
Totally Legal Salvage and Pick‑N‑Pull exists as a hub for Independent Salvage Craft Operators (ISCOs)—a community where you can find help when the job goes sideways, recruit a crack crew for your next run, or just swap tall tales with like‑minded scrap hunters. We’re here to support each other, share resources, and make sure no operator ever has to face the dangers of the ‘verse alone.

Article II: Membership

Membership is open to any capable individual with access to a salvage‑capable vessel or a willingness to work on one. Members agree to abide by the Code of Discretion (see: Article VI) and to respect the confidentiality of org operations. Members are encouraged to contribute to the group’s collective safety and assist with any requests for help from fellow ISCOs if able. A members only Discord is available here:

Article III: Top Level Organizational Structure

Salvage Board Members:
The Original 3. Salvage Board Members make high‑level decisions about operations, partnerships, and codes of conduct. One Salvage Board Member should have a Reclaimer in their fleet and all should have an excellent poker face.

Membership Management:
Handles onboarding, activity tracking, and ensures nobody’s selling our parts back to us. If someone’s slacking, double‑dipping, or talking to Advocacy, they’ll know…

Recruitment:
Responsible for sniffing out fresh talent who know their way around a salvage laser, or at least won’t scream the first time someone shoots at them. Charm preferred. Subtlety optional. Discretion required.

PR Coordinator:
Ensures the org has a favorable image within the ‘verse. Smooths over “misunderstandings,” and keeps our public image somewhere between “misfit entrepreneurs” and “accidentally helpful.” Also acts as a moderator for external communications.

Article IV: Operational Conduct

All salvage operations are expected to follow the Three R’s: Reclaim, Repurpose, and Run if Needed. Avoid direct confrontation unless profit is guaranteed or insults are personal. Murder Hobos are the exception. If you are killed by a Murder Hobo, post their name in the org Discord and do whatever is necessary to make their day hell. When out salvaging solo, members are at their most vulnerable. Be on your toes at all times and don’t hesitate to call for help if things go south! Don’t mess with other members’ claims unless invited or dead. This is not a cult. But if you speak to outside authorities about internal matters, we will sell your Cutty to pay legal fees.

Article V: Dispute Resolution

Internal conflicts are to be settled with diplomacy, arbitration, or a fist fight behind the Reclaimer (first blood only). The Board of Salvage has final say in matters that risk the org’s image, assets, or survival.

Article VI: Code of Discretion
Members are trusted to handle org matters with tact and confidentiality.
• Do not share internal plans, routes, or vulnerabilities outside the group.
• If approached by outside authorities or rival factions, deflect with plausible deniability.
• Discretion isn’t just a policy,it’s how we stay alive.

Article VII: Motto
“Don’t ask us where we got it, just buy it!“™

Totally Legal Salvage / TLSALVAGE

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