People on Larva 5 traveled at night utilizing the energy they had accumulated throughout the day. They had developed improved power cells capable of capturing more solar energy. No chieftain would go on a journey without a sand ship. Tejeda's knowledge prompted him to bargain with the fearsome Chieftain Boppa for a mode of conveyance.
Three droids gave them the means to see clearly. One at the bow, lighting their path as the sand waved around on its left and right. The second droid hung high on the mast, shedding light on the deck. The third one at the stern where Hanga used the rudimentary helm to control the vessel.
As the ship's solar cell engine powered up, a low rumbling echoed over the deck. In a tightening grip on the wheel, Hanga steered the ship southward, accelerating more rapidly.
“How long until reaching our destination?” Shayla asked.