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Just after the delegates of the Phoenix have left the Zenarch Eric felt disappointed, but his date with the waitress did cheer him up. The next day when he woke up he was thinking about what happened during his presence at that meeting with the Phoenix. It was strange that even Doc himself was not able to convince them. A medical ship.. He suggested, but it seems the Phoenix rather keep the knowledge they gained to themselves.. For what purpose? Even their own assumptions of how dangerous Baffin would be compared to the Omicrons. In Eric his eyes this is just mere a coverup for something else. What are they hiding? Or did their greed took over? as his simple question “May we see his reply Quiron? As i am very curious what he stated on the matter.. As i doubt we have any secrets for each other do we?" Did seem to result into a Chao in the make. He wonders what is it what makes them make this decision? But if they are hiding their relations with the Gallics it would indeed look strange if that ship design would been seen against them. Yet it would prove that the Gallics are aware of the ship and possible its blueprints. With that in mind he starts to investigate the data TAZ has gathered about the Valor. He looks at all the statistics he has and make comparisons with other ships. Still there comes only one outcome which would be suited for this case. But its made impossible due to the rejections of the Phoenix. As Eric is pretty sure the Gallics have information on that vessel as we have information on their vessels. Some words Doc did say towards Quiron hunts makes it convince him even more. “I've even seen Prince DeFrance at Freeport 11 after he hitched a ride on someone's jump drive. “ With all of this in mind he contacts Sander Newberry. As an old Temporary Autonomous Zoner he might have knowledge which Eric don't poses.

So Eric opens a live communication feed with Sander Newberry. It remains non responsive for a few minutes.. Then suddenly Sander appears on the screen.

"Kallist Sander Newberry, its Eric Stone. I wonder myself as you have designed your own ship in the years. If you have any knowledge about the Levithian class warship?" "Kallisti Eric. Well i have been an engineer in the past before i met my wife Deborah. Within these years i had the satisfaction of working on Corinth Research Station. I may not tell you much as most of it is highly secret, but if you want answers I suggest you head over there. It can be a rough journey through the minefields. But I suggest you follow the lights. When you have arrived try to contact Elisabeth Tate." Sander shows a wink on the screen and Eric makes a note of it. "Well thank you Sander. I will follow your advise on the matter. If I have more questions I will contact you again." "That is good Eric, but don't forget to take some escorts along with you. I would suggest maybe even some heavy transport to take along the ride. I will sent you the exact location of Corinth Research Station, but I have to go for now. We are very busy atm with other projects. 23's and may Eris be your guidance" "23's"

And the communication was lost. Eric wondered what he meant with following the lights. He had no clue what would face him when he did reach it. Suddenly he got a message. It was blanc and had an attachment for his navigational mapping. He let it being scanned on malicious content. Yet it didn't see a thing. So he did add it to his navigation.



It was the location of Corinth Research Station and Sparta Station.

Eric had no time to lose. Gallics are expanding more and more.. And who knows if they can be trusted? Does Doc have an answer yet? Eric is aware of the meeting with the King.. But he doubt if it will end up on our favour.. Even with the good intentions Doc has planned with them Eric cannot seem to trust them entirely. He contacts Pope Brettonias and Pope Rainus. If they could accompany him along with the dangerous trip. Eric won’t tell the exact reason or his intentions. Eric undocked from Pueblo Bonito flying the [TAZ]Themis and was waiting for them to arrive. Pope Rainus came with the [TAZ]Deneb.Sieben, which is a small recon ship. Many might underestimate it, but it can be a dangerous ship if its flown by a worthy pilot.

A picture Eric Stone and Pope Rainus waiting on Brettonias.


When suddenly Pope Brettonias did contact them both on private channels ”Currently holding at Malaclypse." both Eric and Rainus decided to start their engines and head towards the Malaclypse Freeport. Little did they knew what their journey would bring them.

Arrival at Malaclypse Freeport


Once arrived at the Malaclypse Freeport Pope Brettonias suggested Rainus would took the lead. "As you wish..." did Rainus respond. The suggestion came up heading through Omicron Alpha from Eric Stone as it would be the shortest.. And possible the most safe way to go. So they decided to depart from Baffin.

When passing trough Rainus opened the comms again. "Mister Stone should stay with Bretonnias.." so Eric Stone did what Rainus suggested he did stay behind Brettonias. Flying along with him while Rainus did scout ahead. When suddenly Brettonias was wondering. ”Now where are you going?“ Did Brettonias respond. Eric Stone makes also a suggestion "Lets go by the tau 23 jumphole" while Rainus explains the course he wanted to set. "My nav systems says that the tradelane is faster..." "Rainus... If we're heading to ALpha.. The jump holes are faster." "to the Tau-23 hole.". Just before Eric and Brettonias could start their engines.. "one on the scanners..But seems to have no harm". when it came close.. Eric did scan it and did greet the captain. "Kallisti".. No response came. "Well lets go." and after those words of Pope Brettonias Eric and Brettonias started their engines. They head towards the Tau 23 Jumphole. In the meantime Rainus did fly ahead. "Approaching Tau-23 hole... no contacts yet... *static*as pock*static*osing sign*static*oment....*static clears* I am out of the gas pockets.

" ”Hmm ok you made me worry already" ”Trust me...to survive...Jumping..Hole perimeter is clear. Proceeding to Tau-37." in the meantime Brettonias and Eric did just went through the jumphole to Tau-23. When suddenly Rainus took the attention of Brettonias and Eric... "Enemy ship spotted! Two...Seems to belong to Gallic corps." "Say that again?" "Two transports. They belong to Gallic corporations. EFL. And I Lost contact." "I'm keeping my distance. I'm too tempting to blast them out of space..." ”Same here Brettonias. But with violence we cannot solve everything" "No but it'll make the joint in my arm feel better."

After those words they enter Tau-37. Its clear nothing on sight or the scanners. Eric makes sure everyone is paying attention on their scanners and surroundings. ”Tau 37 we must be carefull in here" "Roger! Moving ahead."

A picture of Brettonias and Eric flying through Tau-37.



"Shall we pass through the Freeport?" ”We could make a small stop if you guys want?" "Would be best." ”All is clear?" "Yes."

And they all requested the Freeport 10 administrator to dock.

After they docked, they took a quick refuel and went back to business. Giving no time to spare they rushed towards Omicron Alpha. A system which is inhabited by the Outcasts. Rainus undocked first, then Brettonias and then Eric Stone. All seemed clear..

A picture just undocked from Freeport 10


Pope Rainus takes the lead again. " Moving ahead." Pope Rainus scouts ahead and reports on the Private Fnord communication channels. " Clear so far... I will inform the Outcasts of our arrival." Pope Rainus and Pope Brettonias go through the jumphole Eric came up close behind to close the convoy. Once they all entered the Omicron Alpha Pope Rainus opened a system wide transmission. " Kallisti, Outcasts of Omicron Alpha, this is TAZ Convoy 23.... requesting permission to pass through to Theta...."

The 3 vessels which just did enter Omicron Alpha and are awaiting any reply from anyone within the system.


After a few moments a reply came. The captain of the OC-Malice did respond “what contrabands do you carry ?” Pope Rainus did another cargo scan on Pope Brettonias. Seeing his cargo holds responds. " At the moment, the convoy is empty. Nothing but the necessary supplies to carry us for the trip..." Pope Brettonias making a small joke in between. " Oh.. Blood Diamonds.. Corsair Artifacts... Board Games.. Clue... Paper clips... Big ones.." Again a brief moment of silence came.. Guess he didn’t like that response? Then suddenly ” affiliation? “ Both Eric and Brettonias got a smile on their faces. As well they did expect something completely different from the response of Pope Brettonias. Pope Rainus remains seriously and answers back at the captain of the OC-Malice. " We are Zoners... for your information..." ” free to go“ " Thank you, Senor." ” travel safe“ " Same to you... may Eris bless you in your endeavors." and they start their engines. And they set course towards Omicron Beta.

They came across some Outcast forces who where on assignments to clear out their system with incoming threats. Once they entered the cloud to find the Omicron Beta jumphole Pope Rainus opened the private communications again. " Jumping ahead." a few moments went by.. Pope Brettonias and Eric where surprised when something else did came through the jumphole. The captain of the RHB-Meerbuschvirgeburg did contact Brettonias and Eric. ”Greetings.“ They decided to fast enter the jumphole and opens the private communications again. " Talk about chaos.." " Copy... all is clear behind ye within Omicron Beta." " Strange to see such craft this far." "Indeed, but let us proceed asap." "Nothing on the scanners, I am entering sigma-19." ”Affirmative, keep us posted." "The other side is clear. Let us head towards sigma 17." Pope Brettonias and Eric went through the jumphole to sigma 19. "Scanners are still clear. Let us proceed." they were heading to the sigma 17 jumphole when suddenly… " I have a contact.. But he seems to have a rush. I do not contact him as I don't want to draw any attention… It Is clear again. I have visual contact of the jumphole to sigma 17! I will scout ahead. I need to refuel at Freeport 9." "We will meet you there Pope Rainus. Watch your fuel level. You don’t want to get dry in space." "Sorry guys, I will meet you there then."

a few moments later Pope Brettonias and Eric Stone arrived at the Sigma 17 jumphole.


” Entering Sigma 17.. wait a moment Brettonias while i check it out. All is clear.. nothing to see on the scanners. So you can safely come through." " I am on my way." "Let us set course to Omicron Theta. And hope Eris will be with us within these dangerous parts."

Pope Brettonias and Eric stone activating cruise speed towards Omicron Theta


After they did enter Omicron Theta all was still clear. It did seem a way like our beloved Baffin. Nice and piecefull. Yet it might be deceivable.. "There it is.. Freeport 9..Lets hope Pope Rainus is all right.." They both asked permission to dock on Freeport 9. After a few minutes they got an approval and docked on the station.

When Eric entered the docking bay he saw the ship of Pope Rainus in the distance. After shutting down the engines, he walked towards the ship of Pope Rainus. Some engineers were busy with it. The vessel seemed to be in perfect state, but at a closer inspection one could notice the smoke billowing out of the engines.

"Kallisti Eric!" Eric was surprised as he did not notice Pope Rainus coming close behind him. "Rainus, next time don’t scare me like that." Pope Rainus smiles, ”You aren’t having a heart attack now, would you?", his innocent smile turning into a grin... ”Well as you can see, the ship’s in bad shape.... the air filters next to the engine malfunctioned.... a few... alien organisms got caught in... and well... I almost lost her... but thankfully Eris still protected me...", as he said this.... the pineal amulet close to his chest... began to glow. "At least we are close to our destination. Considering the distance..." The two stared at the engineers working on the Osprey, but a rushing Pope Brettonias came around the corner. "I hoped we could depart already?", clearly hinting that he was on a tight schedule... after all... he was a captain of the Templar Guard... "Pope Rainus’ ship malfunctioned... I’m afraid he won’t be joining us for the next journey....", remarked Eric. "This is most unfortunate.." ”Indeed it is! Pope Rainus, both Pope Brettonias and I will carry on with the mission. I thank you for your time and effort escorting us." "Hmm... I’ve got a few contacts around here... I don’t mind paying them a visit....", Rainus looked around as he said this.... ”We’ll contact you when we return then...", responded Eric.... giving off a slight sly smile as he said this.

And with that Pope Brettonias and Eric Stone went to their ships and departed From Freeport 9, leaving Pope Rainus behind.

Pope Brettonias and Eric Stone did set course to the Omicron 74 jumphole to resume their flight. "Let us go Pope Brettonias. There is still a lot to do and all the time we could spare would be a blessing by Eris herself.. My best guess is just to travel along together now if something comes I shall defend you." "Starting the engines."
Pope brettonias did go first, after that Eric went through the jumphole towards Omicron 74.



" Well let us head to lavida shipyard, I did hear the route from there to Corinth Research station is a little bit easier. You have some information on this?" " Yes I do, but you've never been to Cornith have you?" Eric his face shows a small blush.. "I do not think so no.. At least I cannot recall it. Only info I got on it was to follow the lights. I guess it will be more clear when we are heading there. For the time being I will follow you. As you clearly know more about it then I do." Then suddenly Pope Brettonias see some unknown objects within the distance. " What the.. Starboard side.. You see that?"


" yes i see it. I think they are placing homes in here." " I don't get that feeling. It just don't feel right..." Eric takes another look at the stations in front of him. "I know what you mean, violence is not the answer to any problem." Eric stood a moment near those bases and was lost within his mind for a moment. " Here we go" Eric watched Pope Brettonias heading to a cloud and started to follow him. "You have been here more than once?" " Yes. This part I hate. Keep close." "I surely will"



A littlebit later while they are in the mining field.. "I am feeling kinda lost now" "That is the point of it." "I have a feeling we are getting closer. But it might be deceiving me" "The setup is designed to get you close then pull away" "Let us hope so. I would hate it if we were lost in here"

a few moments it went silent on the communications. As Pope Brettonias was highly concentrated, then all of a sudden.




"There’s Sparta and theres Cornith." "That sounds now as music in my ears!" " Well. All up to you now." "Ok well lets dock here and check it out. I have some information to gather.."

While Eric is docking he wonders himself what to do next. Will he find his answers here? He turns off the engines of his ship and exit the vessel. Then an engineer comes with the usual questions. ”Hello there captain, does your ship need any repairs?“ Eric takes a quick look at his vessel. ”Nothing serious, but then again It could need a full maintenance." ”Roger! I will make sure it is running like it was a new ship when you depart.“ Eric shows a smile on his face ”I you’re your word for it." ”What brings you to our station sir?“ "Research.. A man sent me here by the name of Sander Newberry. He did work here in the past. I am not sure if that name rings a bell?" ”Not really sir, many people have worked here. But I could ask around?“ "Not needed sir, It has nothing to do with him personally" The engineer keeps quiet for a moment and takes a good look at Eric. ”You really confuse me sir…“ "My own Research brought me here. As I will be staying for some time could you arrange me some nice quarters in here?" ”I will see what I can do sir.“ The engineer makes a call and then resumes his work. Eric heads towards the bar in the hope I could find out where he has to be. "One Ice cold glass of water please." the waiter gives Eric the glass of water and Eric takes a sip. Then suddenly the Engineer comes into the bar. ”Sir, I did arrange some quarters for you.“ Eric drinks out his glass of water "That is good news. Give me a moment." Eric pays with a credit card he had still in his pockets and heads towards the Engineer. "You may keep the change sir." the waiter looks surprised and takes the money on the counter and put it into the cash register. In the meantime Eric and the Engineer did leave the Bar and are walking to Eric his quarters. Eric remains quietly. ”Here we are sir, if I could be of any help please notify me.“ "I will. 23’s." Eric enters his quarters. He has still no clue where to begin. He starts to look at his data he did collect from the databanks back home, then suddenly he knows where to start. Within that brief moment a name came into his head, one which was mentioned before… He starts to write a transmission in the hope she will receive it.

After the last transmission Eric decided to lay down in his room and take some rest. He have had a long journey already and could really use some rest. After almost falling asleep he decided to lay down on a soft couch in the middle on the room. After a few thoughts he left reality and felt asleep. Suddenly Eric hear some sounds coming from behind him. ”Hands up!“ Eric stands up from the couch and puts his hands up. "May I ask what this is all about?" ”That is not relevant, we did hear you have done some extended research and we are here to confiscate it all. So be nice and hand it over. NOW!“ They aim their guns toward Eric. He thinks about the key, and he cannot remember he did got it or not, what happened in the time he was sleeping? "Research? I have no clue what you are talking about." Eric had to think of something he looked in front of him. Nothing… ”Guys start to search it, now I suggest you hand it over NOW. Or you will not see another sunrise ever!“ Eric gulps.. ”You make me very impatient! Guys found something yet?“ in the meantime big noises of destruction comes from everywhere within the room. Then suddenly Eric tries to kick the cough back, he manages to kick the couch to the man with the gun behind the couch. He grabs the gun and then shoot him in the face. While he did shoot the one in the face another one came behind the corner and just before Eric noticed it he see the other intruder aiming at him…


Suddenly the doorbell goes and Eric wakes up. “Lucky this was a dream, I thought I was done for” he thinks within himself. But it made him realize that the data he will get into his possession must never fall into the wrong hands. He went to the door to look who was at the door. A man did appear behind the door with a case. ”Hello, Eric Stone. I have a request processed by E. Tate. She specifically ordered me to hand it over in person. May I please come inside?“ They both look into the corridors for any suspicious people around. "Come in sir, things like these are best not to be done on corridors where everyone can just overhear a conversation." the man did enter the room and went to the table and puts the case on the table. ”The information within this case is from extreme importance! It has to fall NEVER under other hands then you Mr Stone.“ Eric knows he is right and he knows it is a big responsibility but he has faith within Eris to guide him safely home. "My faith is within Eris sir. I can promise you that it will never fall into other hands then myself. The datacrystal will be protected well and if needed even destroyed." ”I will leave the case here, wish you good luck with your Research and a safe trip home. “ "Thank you very much sir. May Eris watch over you and help you seeking the knowledge you try to gather." The man walks towards the exit of the room then suddenly just before he exits he turns his face back to Eric. ”Before I forget, there was a strange man waiting for you with some bionic arm.“ "Totally forgot him, thank you for reminding me. 23’s sir I have a lot to arrange now." the man left the room and Eric made some additional safety measures on the datacrystal. After that he went to search for Pope Brettonias.

Eric went to the bar and could not see Pope Brettonias, would he departed without him? "Kallisti Eric, I gathered also several scientists to come along. They wanted to see our beloved Baffin. They might even stay.." "Kallisti Pope Brettonias, its good news. We could always use some more discordians within our homes. And these scientists might even know more about some Research then I do. I some are here a long time already. But about what of an amount we are talking about?" "A few hundered, I guess they all saw the light of Eris within this dark minefield" "Ok then, well as long they are not in the way of our mission I am good with it. Now let us go to our ships and head back home." Pope Brettonias nods and heads towards his ship. Eric walks towards the bartender "Kallisti Sir, I wanted to ask if you could give me the bill for the rooms and all the drinks both me and Pope Brettonias have consumed." the bartender walks towards a small computer. He hits some buttons, takes a close look to the screen and comes back. ”It is 120.000 Sirius credits sir.“ Eric gives a strange look towards the bartender and without hesitation he decided to pay the amount. He don’t want to be drawn into any attention after all. ”Here you are sir." and he handed over some Sirius credit cards to pay the amount. ”Thank you sir have a good day.“ "23’s Sir, may Eris be with you." and Eric went to his ship. And after that he departed from Corinth Research Station.


After a few minutes Pope Brettonias undocked too from Corinth Research Station. They opened the private Fnord communications and started to talk in private.


"I now the hard part will come. We must not be intercepted in any way. No one may find out what we are hiding within our ships. If someone intercepts us we must just run and maybe even blow up the information I just gathered from Corinth. Let us hope this will not be needed." after that they went silently into the minefield. Pope Brettonias was leading as he has flown that way more than Eric. He was so concentrated with the flight that during that period it was just dead silence on the private Fnord communications then suddenly. "And we're out." "It seems that the getting out part was more easy then getting in.. Now the more dangerous part comes. Shall we again go trough Omicron Alpha?" "It would be faster" "Indeed! And with our current cargo we have to watch out! Better fast then taking your time and creating more possible risks." "Agreed... Here we go" the flew from Omicron 74 to Omicron Theta. While they were passing Freeport 9 Eric took a look at it .. "Brettonias did you hear anything of Pope Rainus? I think it would jeopardize our mission if we now would dock here. I just want to bring this data as soon as possible towards Baffin." "He made contact while we were at Corinth Research Station Eric. He had to go back to Baffin for some emergency." "Ok let’s not wander our thoughts too much from Baffin then."

They set course to Sigma-17, Sigma-19, Omicron Beta and then Omicron Alpha.. Both are focused on the scanners and trying to get as fast as they can towards Baffin. While nothing happened during passing through these systems. They are aware the closer they come to danger the further they are from harm. But if this will be the case? They enter Omicron Alpha..they fly through the system. Nothing shows up on their scanners then suddenly. There are several… Is this an ambush? "Kallisti Gabriella Casta" ”Hola there.“ on private Fnord communications Eric informs Pope Brettonias just to head to the Tau-37 Jumphole and to make it look that they are just passing by. Then suddenly another one comes on the scanners. A ship with the callingsign ‘RV-Pennybrooke’ ”Greetings, TAZ ship.“ "Well I must say the pleasure is all mine. Anything going on in here?” ”Depends on what you mean by anything. In the loosest sense, yes.“ "Chief.. Move it. This cargo doesn't move itself." "Ok Pope Brettonias.. Well guys i have to go. 23's” ”Alright, fly safely.“



After that they enter the Jumphole to Tau-37. A few systems left and they are home. "Tau 37 again.. it’s clear here Pope Brettonias. Tau 23 can be quite dangerous these days. We have to watch our scanners closely in there." " I'm very well aware of such." They fly towards Tau-23 Jumphole with noting on their scanners. Once they reached the Jumphole they entered it. Flew past Java station with not a soul present. With their course to Tau-29 they fly trough the asteroid fields. They spot the Tau-29 jumphole and get trough. "Honestly I don't expect anything which will come on our way from this point." "Thats the beauty of it." With these last words they enter Baffin. The home of the Temporary Autonomous Zoners.







With the last straws to go. They head towards Pueblo Bonito. In the distance they see Eris watching over them, like Eric pointed out before towards the Phoenix delegates.





With that view in front of them and the datacrystal safe and secure transferred to Baffin. They arrived at Pueblo Bonito. "Pope Brettonias I want to thank you for your assistance within these dangerous systems. I think I would not be able to do it without your assistance." "You are welcome Eric." "I hope you will not mind I have still a LOT to do. So I will hurry myself and get started within Pueblo Bonito." "23s Eric" "23’s Brettonias."
And Eric Stone docked on Pueblo Bonito. A few minutes later Pope Brettonias docked on Pueblo Bonito. The scientists found themselves a new home within Baffin. And Eric Stone rushed to investigate the data he gathered from the journey.

Eric Stone is locked upon his room. Trying to find out if it is even possible to reconstruct this vessel. And if it would be able to do within the borders of Baffin. Several problems he finds. The powercore of an unknown origin, the working of it are known within the files. A possible solution might be within the knowledge of the nomads. Yet Eric Stone do not trust them enough. Who knows if they are telling the truth? And maybe they are even playing mind tricks so you just obey them within a scheme you are unaware of. No there must be another solution! He examines the powercore of the Nephilim. The structures are outdated already, he is sure it would be possible to make it smaller to fit the Levithian class. It would be an experimental model but it would be possible to create to fit within the ship. After that he takes a small break and grabs something to eat and to drink. While he is drinking he takes another look at the global picture. It would be an huge operation for the Temporary Autonomous Zoners. In the end it might serve not only the Temporary Autonomous Zoners, but also it would also give inspiration towards other Zoners.
Some who might even need some motivation in their lives. Eric Stone knows that Elizabeth Tate was right. It would serve more as a symbol then a warship against a huge fleet. He makes some rough calculations of the costs of building such ship. After a few hours he decides to sent a transmission towards Doc Holliday and Mad John Rackham for their stance on the subject.

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Eric feels a little bit sad as Doc was not totally convinced. He see his points, but sometimes you have to trust your own feelings. Still he wanders what it was he saw in that chamber behind Doc. His doubt faded away when his mind was focused on the ship again. Now the preparations has to start. Best on a place where no one would ever look. He did think about it and remembered in working along with Richard Cole. How they all helped along rebuilding in secret that huge vessel. Now the time has come to use that spot again. Some constructions where still there present. Just because they were never deconstructed and might be of use for the Temporary Autonomous Zoners in a near future. Now it came in handy! Secretly they started the first steps of its construction. After some months you could see its skeleton. It showed a rough ship in the make. Problems came at first with its engines. If they would be power sufficient enough that it would not affect the primary functions of the ship too much. Functions like keeping the air flowing through the ship, the shields not to get suddenly down. So they decided to intensively test the power core before its placement into the ship itself. All seems to be working fine. After its placement the hull was shown. Much you could see already like its shape. Many cables where to be found everywhere within the ship. It showed that the ship came more and more to its completion.

6 months later suddenly another problem appeared. Some ground materials where lacking in its creation process. As the ship hull panels could cause people to be more and more aware that we are creating something in secret it would be an option to divide the amount within 2 places they sell it. The first would be Kyushu Planet and the second would be Stokes Mining Station where they sell the goods too. To not make it too obvious the decision was made to store it on Freeport XXI and on Malaclypse Freeport. The other materials were also gathered on the two Freeports and brought on the construction site when it was needed.
2 years later they finish its construction. Many testing had to be done before initially the ship could be fully operational. Or could even been considered for taking it to use. After this time a lot of knowledge has been gathered, some designs where changed from its original blueprints. Others remained the same, the testing would prove if the ship would be able to function in space or not.