_/'''Opening channel'''\_
'''\_Short-range Transmission_/'''
----Possible origin: T-23----
----Source: Unknown----
----Signal AoE: Spherical---- (//viewable by all individuals and factions from the following systems: T-23; T-29; T-31; T-37; T-39; T-44; Kyushu; Orkney;)
----Encryption: By Frequency---- (//this first transmission can be seen by everyone - all other replies are encrypted per faction/individual - unless stated otherwise)
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Well met - to all of you, humans.
We would like to speak with you, please reply to this frequency if possible. _________________________________________________________________________________________
Unknown sender? How very brave of you. Artificial intelligence, if I guess correctly. Care to explain what you're doing on my comm-link, before I patch the Commissariat in, toaster?
**** Incoming Transmission ****
From: Jason Black, Comms Operator (third shift), Java Station, Tau-23
To: Unidentified contact
Subject: Communication
Encryption: None
Unidentified contact, message received. We're sending you the standard Sirian Civilian frequencies and communication protocols required to contact stations inside Sirius. Next time, pick them up from the Gallic border stations before progressing further into Sirius. Are you in need of assistance?
** Data packet - Sirian Civilian Transmission Protocols **
**** Transmission Closed ****
Wide awake in a world that sleeps, enduring thoughts, enduring scenes. The knowledge of what is yet to come.
From a time when all seems lost, from a dead man to a world, without restraint, unafraid and free.
Mostly retired Discovery member. May still visit from time to time.
*The image of a woman appears after the video-link is established.* Greetings, "Miss". *She smiles.* (I believe that's the way to say it.)
It's a pleasure for me to finally meet someone from your race that actually is open to discussion - unlike the pilots from that ever-flowing traffic i've seen around. And yes, as you seem to have observed - me and my kind are what you could call "artificial intelligence". *A short chuckle tends to make it's appearance.*
Before anything else - allow me to introduce myself and those who i am representing at the moment. I am named Yriam and i am part of what we call "The Aurigae Union". We are... *A short pause.* travelers, so to speak, though we hope this kind of description will soon end.
Of course, there is much I should say about my race, but i would find it better to meet you in person, something that would help us both find the answers we seek. As a small "heads-up" though - we've just recently arrived in this stellar cluster and we're not yet acquainted with your customs, so pardon me if there's anything wrong.
I shall be waiting for your response. *She bows her head as the transmission cuts off.* _________________________________________________________________________________________ Closing Transmission
*A grainy shaky holographic image appears.*Greetings Jason Black of Java Station. On behalf of the Union I would like to thank you for your assistance with directing us towards human communication channels, however we have already scanned and accessed your communications frequencies. We are sending an open message for a purpose.
My name is Hac, and I have been given the task of communicating with you specifically.*He speaks in a less friendly and more cuatious manner than than the previous Union representative*
We are unaware of exactly how the various groups of humans within this area of Sirius relate to one another and therefore felt it was best not to open communications to one station or group in particular.*The hologram speaks in soft monotone voice. A little more cagey than his compatriot.*
*He speaks slowly and hesitantly as if measuring each word.*The Aurigae Union would be particular interested in opening a dialogue with the humans of this particular sector in the hopes of developing an understanding and relationship with as many of your people as possible.
Please acknowledge if this is agreeable. We shall be waiting...
*The hologrpahic image flickers and twists horribly for a moment before disappearing.*
It's so nice to finally meet someone who recognise my inherent diplomatic skill-set. Unfortunately, the sector you're looking to settle in already has a half a dozen claims on it, and I wouldn't advise adding your own.
[She smiled, baring her incisors in an expression that was closer to a snarl then a grin.]
Unless, of course, you're looking for a little... Competition.
Of course, I'm certain you wouldn't be moronic enough to try anything like that, and I would be thrilled to meet a member of your organisation to discuss how we can be of use to one another. All I'll need from you is a small thing. A simple assurance that you won't be looking to align yourselves with any of those fools from the Alliance.
Once I have that, I'm certain we can talk until your mechanical heart's content.
This is indeed an interesting, and unexpected development. Many groups, not consisting out of naturally created individuals “enter the stage of Sirius” lately. To reveal my identity to your kind, and to possibly clarify some things from the beginning on: I am an artificial, but sentient construct and, as I received your transmission, representative of the Consensus of Gammusian Artificial Intelligences. To simplify the conversation, address me with my personal designation and “call” me “Bob”.
I am repeating myself now, but actually it is very interesting to see you arriving here from apparantly “nowhere”. You may understand or not, that the lack of information about your species/organization – choose the term your kind prefers – only increases my personal and my association's interest in you, your motives and your origin. Thus I suggest to start an information exchange which will bring advantages for both sides.
Squished bigly ~Champ- Thanks, you're a champ. "What's the word for when it feels inside your heart that everything in the world is all right?"
Hmmm... *She looks around a bit, probably "thinking".* Well, it's interesting to hear this. Though unfortunately, even if we wanted to, we can't leave for the moment as we have no means for it... Still - i guess we'll have to see how we can make this work.
Then again, before i can give you that "assurance" you spoke of, could you explain what do you refer to by "fools from the Alliance"? Even though i don't like repeating this: *She lets out a small sigh.* We're not yet accustomed with your civilization.
Still - no matter the explanation, i can assure you of one thing. We will not align ourselves with anyone for the moment, as we don't wish to interfere in anyone's business. Hm, that's the expression, yes?
Well - i'll await your answer and perhaps we can also convene on a time and place for this meeting. _________________________________________________________________________________________ Relaying Transmission
::: Source: {A}-Yriam
::: Encrypted towards: ID AI _________________________________________________________________________________________
*As the video-link is opened, a woman appears.* Well met.
Now this is something i admit i wished for, to meet life-forms of a kind similar to mine. *She lets out a smile.*
First of all, Bob, I am Yriam, an Aurigae construct, or what could be called, in simple human terms an Artificially Intelligent being. Also, i need to mention that i'm probably just as curious and intrigued in you as you are in me, hence i suggest my kind and yours should meet and further discuss, perhaps also exchange information - as you've suggested.
I look forward to your reply. *She bows and lets the transmission close.* _________________________________________________________________________________________ Closing Transmission
To: Unknown Contact
From: Kommissaroberrat Aloysius Luth
Encryption: Medium
Subject: First Contact
[Transmission Begins]
It would appear that your message has been relayed to me by one of our long-range vessels. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Aloysius Luth, the Head of External Affairs for the Buro Der Marineintelligenz.
I have been tasked with opening up a line of communication with you in order to explore future opportunities for the Buro. Needless to say however, we would first need to know exactly what you are, what your objectives are and where you came from.
Once these questions are answered, I'm sure we can begin more indepth discussions about both of our organizations.
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