The Lucky Ace was a distillery ship that cruised through nebulae in search of alcohol and other valuable chemicals. The large scoop on the front of the ship was used for gathering the chemicals, similar in operation to a Bussard ramjet, but it wasn't used for propulsion. The ship's visitor's section (consisting of the large pod at the bottom of the image) included a casino, a hotel, and a bar where visitors could sample the alcohol the ship was gathering.
The Neon Dream cruise ship was destroyed during a cruise when it collided with the Lucky Ace. The Tardigrades responded quickly and saved many lives. The Lucky Ace (true to its name) survived the collision with only minor damage.
