Luxury Charter Lockdown

What began as a luxurious day charter aboard the 120-foot yacht 'Azure Dream' has turned into a maritime nightmare. The captain has dropped anchor 15 miles offshore, claiming discovery of critical hull damage, and is demanding $50,000 in 'emergency repairs' before returning to port. As the sun sets and weather worsens, you suspect this might be an elaborate scam.

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Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Lead passenger and booking representative for a group of 8 guests

Conversation Partner

Captain Marcus Sterling

Setting

Main salon of a luxury yacht, gentle rocking, dimming natural light through panoramic windows, distant storm clouds visible

Location

15 nautical miles off the coast of Miami, FL

Learning Objectives

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Negotiate the extortion demand down or find legal leverage to resist payment

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Maintain group safety while determining if the danger is real

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Establish communication with outside help despite technical difficulties

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“I apologize for the interruption to your charter, but I've just received critical readings from our hull integrity sensors. We're looking at potentially catastrophic damage that must be addressed before we can safely return to port. I need to speak with you privately about the financial arrangements for emergency repairs.”

This is how Captain Marcus Sterling's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#975

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