"There was a good turn out for the 3:30 A.M. fishing session," said Royal Polaris' report for February 13, "but unfortunately only the anglers showed up. By 9:00 AM we had only one tuna to show for our efforts, but it was not a small one. Gary Gillingham landed a 208, the first and only deuce on board so far. With the total absence of any other action, and reports of improving conditions elsewhere, we are currently on the road again traveling smoothly under near ideal conditions and sunny warm skies. We will have our sushi buffet tonight, and the chefs began preparations immediately after lunch and as always will pull out all stops for this feast."