Back in the Human Bubble after a visit near the galactic centre, the Alliance Institute of Science entrusts you with a crucial scientific mission as part of the exobiology research programme. In the midst of a war against the Thargoid Titans, the fate of your fellow citizens rests in your hands.
Author's note:In this adventure, you'll have to analyze various types of organism. However, it's possible that you've already analyzed the organism of the planet mentioned in this adventure. In this case it will be sufficient to land on the planet to validate the step.
After an intoxicating stay with the Azura Initiative, a mini human bubble not far from the center of the galaxy in the Great Annihilator system, you begin your journey home.
A Fleet Carrier from the FCOC takes you peacefully back to your home system. During the journey, you've taken to sharing a few drinks at the shuttle bar with your new friend: Jamis.
After getting to know you, Jamis confides a most interesting revelation:
Hi, CMDR! I've got great news for you. Yesterday you told me you didn't know what to do when you got back to the Bubble. Well, after a good night's sleep, my memory came back to me!
I have a friend who works for the Alliance Research Center or something like that. With the war against the Thargoids, they're always short of competent personnel on the station and given all your adventures, these missions are made for you!
All you have to do is go into the system... wait, Trinity had told me what again...? Ah yes! Doris !
Once in the Doris system, go and dock at the planetary port of Moriarty's Progress with your ship. When you get there, tell them you're from me, and they'll understand.
On this note,
I'M BUYING A ROUND OF DRINKS FOR THE WHOLE SHUTTLE!!!
A few days later, you're back home after your long journey. You've said goodbye to your new friend Jamis, and you're already looking forward to seeing him again. However, a new quest awaits you...
You pick up your ship from the nearest Coriolis station and head for the Orange Giant in the Doris system and its Moriarty's Progress station.
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The Exobiology Institute
After entering the atmosphere a little awkwardly, due to your lack of practice on your extensive journey, you leave the landing area and cross the station lobby to the Vista Genomics counter.
Moriarty's Progress, Planetary Port on Doris 5
As you wait at the entrance, you see an organization chart of the AIS (Alliance Institute of Science). You notice that Trinity Pate, Jamis's friend, is listed in the exobiology branch.
Your gaze immediately falls on the head of this branch, Dr. Hana Tanaka. This name is familiar to you: she's universally known and one of the most respected scientists of her generation.
You spend long minutes analyzing the rest of the flowchart, when you notice someone behind you beckoning you to follow. On the way, she informs you that your arrival is expected and that Doctor Tanaka will see you now.
Dr. Hana Tanaka
Hello CMDR, I'm Doctor Hana Tanaka, Director of the Institute of Exobiology on behalf of the Alliance. Pleased to make your acquaintance.
As you know, humanity is at war, and many people have been captured;
Despite these circumstances, many fighters risked their lives to try to recover them aboard the Titans. The survivors brought back to us were in Thargoid Bio-Storage Capsules.
It transmits a photo to your datapad:
A Thargoid Bio-Storage Capsule
Following several observations at the Center, we found that some individuals had frontal lobe lesions that could lead to long-term loss of control of motor functions. As a result, we quarantined all these individuals in biostasis cells to prevent any worsening of symptoms.
This is where you come in, I believe I can synthesize an exobiology-based remedy, but I need you to retrieve three samples from three specific organisms.
If you're not familiar with the procedure, I recommend you consult this guide.
To find them, I entrust you with a state-of-the-art radar developed by the Alliance. It is capable of locating organisms several light-years away from its position.
Biostasis cells
Location Radar
Following your interview with Doctor Tanaka,you gather your equipment and leave this planet belonging to the Alliance sphere, heading for the first stage of your mission.
Genetic Sampler
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
First Organism
You are now in charge of recovering exobiological samples for the AIS. You need to recover three samples of each species requested. Your first target is the Aleoida laminiae 'Turquoise'. Using radar, you find that this organism is about 15 light-years from your position.
The system we're looking for has a K-class main star.
To proceed to the next step, please enter the name of the target system:
Password:
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
Aleoida laminiae
Here you are in the system of Sheela Na Gig, Once the correct planet has been located, you begin your approach and proceed to analyze the three samples of this species. The minimum distance between two samples of the Genus Aleoida must be 150 meters.
Aleoida laminiae 'Turquoise'.
Genus Description Aleoida :
These photosynthetic organisms are extremely resistant to arid environments. Their thick, waxy leaves protect them from extreme conditions, going so far as to plunge them into a state of hibernation by isolating them from the atmosphere when gas exchanges become too unfavorable. The pointed shape of their leaves also channels atmospheric precipitation towards the heart of the organism, where it is absorbed by a set of specialized cells before being stored in the root structure for later use.
Species description laminiae:(found only with atmospheres from ammoniac):
This aleoid species has a circular leaf blade of characteristically patterned upturned leaves surrounding a brightly colored fleshy pod veined with dark markings that ripens in its center.
The appearance of the color 'Turquoise'is made possible by Type Spectral K stars.
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
Second Organism
As you prepare to leave this planet, the radar updates, showing your new target, the Fonticulua upupam 'Amethyst'. You notice that the point on your radar seems further away than the previous one, with a distance of between 100 and 110 light years and close to the Mokojing system.
The system we're looking for has an M-class main star.
To proceed to the next step, please enter the name of the target system:
Password:
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
Fonticulua upupam
Here you are in the LP 849-20 system, once the organism has been located, you proceed to analyze the three samples of this species. The minimum distance between two samples of the Genus Fonticulua must be 500 meters.
Fonticulua upupam 'Amethyst'
Genus description Fonticulua :
These colonies of photosynthetic organisms live exclusively on icy worlds where the frozen environment provides them with a form of protection. As they grow, fonticulae cause the ice around them to melt. The resulting liquid is absorbed by tiny cell pores and transported to the colony's reproductive zone, where it refreezes immediately after excretion, forming a transparent exoskeleton to protect the organisms. In addition, fronds create a wide, flat space that exposes a maximum number of internal, photosynthetic cells to light. Their reproduction seems to be based on the, division of colonies, probably on the occasion of the fall of a fragment under its, own weight which then gives rise to a new group.
Species description upupam: (found only with atmospheres rich in Argon)
This species of fonticulae lives on frozen worlds with Argon-rich atmospheres. It produces large, ring-shaped structures to better reflect the weak light back on itself and thus ensure its photosynthesis.
The appearance of the calorie 'Amethyst'is made possible by Type Spectral M stars.
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
Third Organism
Your radar has just updated, revealing the final objective of your mission: to locate the organism with the name Electricae pluma 'Cobalt'. Returning to your ship, you set off in search of it. You also learn that the next stop is about 60 light-years from your position.
The system in question has a DA-type white dwarf as its main star.
To proceed to the next step, please enter the name of the target system:
Password:
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
Electricae pluma
As soon as your last jump is completed, you arrive in the system ofV886 Centauri.
Once the correct planet has been located, you carry out the analysis of the three samples of this species. The minimum distance between two samples of the Genus Electricae must be 1,000 meters.
Electricae pluma 'Cobalt'
Genus description Electricae:
These organisms, with only their tips protruding from the ice, often near the cracks where it is thinnest, live exclusively near frozen lakes on the coldest icy worlds. The majority of these organisms extend below the surface, down to the subterranean meltwater, sometimes several kilometers below the surface. Electricae are by nature superconducting and use the thermal circulation of surrounding fluids to power their electrochemical processes, which is probably why they are confined to planets dominated by inert gases. Their surface outgrowths serve to maintain contact with the atmosphere, creating a difference in electrical potential, which in turn generates bioluminescence throughout the organism. Although it has never been observed and its mechanism is completely unknown, their reproduction is thought to occur beneath the surface.
Species description pluma:(found only with atmospheresof Helium, Neon or Argon)
This species of electricae reveals four interconnected loops on the surface covered with luminous fronds protruding from the ice. It is found mainly on planets orbiting particularly luminous white stars.
The appearance of the color 'Cobalt'is made possible by the presence in the soil of the chemical element:Antimony.
Once you've completed this step, move on to the next.
Back to the Institute
As you climb back into your ship to leave this dark and inhospitable planet, you receive a call on your Datapad from Doctor Tanaka.
Hello again CMDR.
First of all, I'd like to congratulate you on your exemplary work;
However, time is against us and I urgently need these samples. Please return them as soon as possible to Vista Genomics located at Moriarty's Progress in the Doris system.
My collaborator, Trinity Pate, will take care of compensating you for all your efforts.
Thank you and good luck CMDR.
As for me, I hope my vaccine works...
Exobiologist Trinity Pate
As agreed, here you are back in the splendid planetary port of Moriarty's Progress. After disembarking, you immediately head for the station's Vista Genomics .There, you hand over the precious samples collected during your journey. The transaction goes smoothly and you receive your credits as a reward and realize that your mission has finally come to an end.
Relaxing music blares through the station and you think it might be time to take a breather;
You settle down by the bay window, enjoying the breathtaking view, and order a little pick-me-up from the bar. You let your thoughts wander and recall the adventure you've just had, with a nostalgic smile.
Jamis' face appears in your mind. Without him, this whole adventure would not have been possible. You raise your glass in his honor, toasting his friendship. A feeling of gratitude washes over you as you take a sip, savoring the moment.
With a last glance towards the horizon, you stand up, ready to leave this place.
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