MESSAGE ORIGIN: Durban Station, Omicron Rho System
Batsbak.
So you've reached out to The Core. At least they aren't branded as terrorists by the lawful entities across Sirius. Be careful how you handle things with them, however. Always remember that you want to get something out of these expeditions, not them. I'd know. I've worked with them before.
By the way, keep in mind that The Order will take offense of you interacting with The Core. The same can be applied the other way around. You're on their playground and sooner or later you will have to make a choice. Of course...you don't need me to tell you that. You were probably aware of the risks the moment you reached out to either of these two.
"Test the sharpness of your sword against another. And when that is not enough, unsheathe your cunning as the hidden dagger that ends the fight."
DEEP SPACE RESEARCH We go where others turn around
Dr. Richard Batsbak
From : Dr. Richard Batsbak
To : Caliban
Subject : The Path Ahead
Encryption level :Medium
Currently, I have solely requested permission to conduct researches within their territory. As it stands, I am hesitant to move my equipment and crew into the Omicrons, as the possibility of being expelled or attacked for trespassing looms large. I bleive that they do not possess any significant knowledge of the actual project; however, due to my lapse in judgment and divulgence of information to individuals, it is not beyond the realm of possibility that they are aware. At present, I do not believe this to be the case.
Regrettably, I cannot discern a viable method of proceeding without offending someone. At some point in time, collaboration with another party will be necessary to bring this project to fruition. It is my fervent desire to partner with the Rheinland Government, but their lack of interest and, subsequently, their silence have left me with no other choice. While the initial prototypes may be crafted by myself and my team, the procurement of additional materials, funds, and logistics, as well as security measures, will be necessary for extensive long-term testing. The thought of collaborating with corporations such as DSE, Samura, or EFL is unappealing, as I believe they would exploit this technology with even greater fervor than any faction seeking power.
For the time being, I believe there is no need for excessive concern. Should the first prototype be successfully tested, caution will be paramount from that point forward....
MESSAGE ORIGIN: Ames Research Station, Kepler System
Batsbak.
Hopefully you'll get what you want. Only you know what to do in order to reach your goals, yeah? Just let me know if you need any help with getting your research done. You know, your project and all.
Speaking about projects. I've been working on one of my own. It's way out of my former field, so to speak. A place that contains a series of doors to many other places. Small doors. And in the middle, a giant door. That door almost looks like it burns. Drawing everything in, while also spewing everything out simultaneously. What are your thoughts on that?
"Test the sharpness of your sword against another. And when that is not enough, unsheathe your cunning as the hidden dagger that ends the fight."
DEEP SPACE RESEARCH We go where others turn around
Dr. Richard Batsbak
From : Dr. Richard Batsbak
To : Caliban
Subject : The Path Ahead
Encryption level :Medium
I... I... I don't understand what you mean.
I believe that you are referring to the thing you wanted to show me in Kepler, and since you are asking for my opinion, I think you are talking about those doors as if they were portals to another world?
If this is the case, I believe you have found some sort of hub, where there is one central place with all the doors, and the big door leads to something never seen before. Maybe the way to activate the door in the middle lies behind one of the other smaller ones?
I mean, I could totally be interpreting all of this wrong, and I am looking forward to hearing your explanation for this. I am also curious about your project.
Regarding my project, I am just waiting for some engineers to rebuild the device according to my orders, and then for some more simulations to finish. When everything is ready, I'll do a test run in the Puerto Rico system. If you want, you are more than welcome to join me.
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