An adjustment in shipping charges to offset price fluctuations in the cost of fuel. Also known as a Bunker Surcharge (B/S). The word Bunker refers to fuel storage containers on a vessel.

Back-up Alert Force, part of ship's internal physical security organization.

Bioaccumulation Factor

Bunker Adjustment Factor. A surcharge added to basic transportation rates by ocean carriers to compensate for fluctuating fuel or bunker oil costs.

Bring a Friend. Some monsters are linked, so that when you attack them, they will bring another monster with them, to attack you.

Bay Area Friends

"Bringing a friend." This is often an announcement from the puller that the party's intended opponent has attracted another aggressive monster.

Bring along friends or Bring a Friend