Tropical Supply Chain

Here’s the game setup, focusing on the initial historical context and character choices for Island Supply Chain Simulator:

Background:

The year is 1920. The world is recovering from the Great War, and global trade is slowly but surely picking up. The vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, dotted with islands brimming with resources, becomes a crucial stage for ambitious entrepreneurs. Polynesia, with its copra and pearl farms; the Asian South Pacific, rich in rubber and spices; New Zealand, offering wool and timber; and Australia, a burgeoning source of minerals and wheat, all present unique opportunities. Maritime routes are still developing, and the efficiency of supply chains is the key to unlocking unprecedented wealth. This era marks a transition from sail to steam, with newer, faster ships revolutionizing trade. Fortunes will be made and lost on the tides of the Pacific.

Character Selection:

Choose your persona as you embark on this journey to dominate the Pacific trade routes:

• Eleanor Vance: An American heiress with a knack for business and a thirst for adventure. She inherited a small shipping company and aims to build a global empire.
• Kenzo Nakamura: A Japanese entrepreneur from a family of shipbuilders. He seeks to expand his family’s legacy and modernize maritime trade in the Pacific.
• Angus MacTavish: A Scottish merchant with years of experience trading in the Far East. He’s known for his shrewd deals and his understanding of the intricacies of global markets.
• Aroha Rangi: A Maori businesswoman from New Zealand, determined to leverage her people’s traditional knowledge of the sea to create a thriving enterprise.