Consider taking on Water by the barrel

The Cerulean Titan has ordered you to transport his barrels, but his real interest is in assessing your ability to make a profit. And there might be profit indeed in leaving some water behind for more expensive – and lucrative – cargo.

On the other hand, free is free and it might be wise to keep some cash on hand for emergencies – or for opportunities.

"What’ll it be?" the Bored Overseer asks, chalk in hand.