Research log - Baxter Anomalies

[A/)- The Inner Phalanx]

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September 29th, 823 A.S - 21:30 SMT

The Science Vessel Artemis, previously under the command of Ivan Montgomery, which was later passed down to Kanade Tachibana, and then assigned to Hoyt Del Rio for the undertaking of investigating the various Baxter Object Anomalies charted around Sirius maintains a holding pattern outside of the radiation zone at the Graham Anomaly. Templar Del Rio was dispatched by the Inner Phalanx to track, chart and monitor known Baxter Objects within Sirius over one month ago, on August 5th, 823 A.S. The Artemis has since been on its own, traversing the sector and conducting scans for radioactivity, tachyon distortion and gravitational fluctuations.

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Graham Anomaly

The Graham Anomaly is a natural Baxter Object located within Omega-3, the Graham Ice Cloud, hence its namesake. The Object is considered one of the least radioactive Baxter Anomalies located so far, and has seen seldom any changes in its gravitational fluctuation pattern.

Initial observation began at 16:15 SMT on September 29th, SMT. As expected upon arrival, there were significant readings of foreign residual energy at the marked location where the subject identified as 'The Eye' had appeared with a structure of similar composition to a standard Nomad Hive, as witnessed in Chester. A grid by grid sweep of the Graham Ice cloud showed little to no trace of direct correlation between the Graham object and the marked location, however thin traces of interference were detected as expected when Nomadic entities and the Objects come in to contact.

During the hours of observation, there was no contact with any extra-terrestrial being, nor any reported alterations of mental state, interference, illness or any other common ailment when dealing with radiation and the Nomads. Warden Richards and Warden Matichuk submitted themselves for exposure testing with the Graham Object. After ten minutes of exposure, both received radiology and bio-metric scans to determine their well-being, and later received radiation treatment due to a significant amount of exposure. The Artemis will maintain its holding pattern for three hours before moving to the next Object.

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FOR ZETA SECTION/INNER PHALANX

Warden's Richards and Matichuk were exposed with the provided artifact samples by Venator Glass as instructed. Neurology scans showed null in the way of activity or interaction. Sample numbers 492 and 384 are considered null and ready for archiving. Further testing may be applicable in separate conditions, however we humbly request that such projects not interfere directly with the study of the Objects, as we only have a limited number of volunteers for this operation.

- Templar Hoyt Del Rio, R&D

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Foster Anomaly

The Foster Anomaly is an artificially generated anomaly located within the Cassini system that previously was the primary focus for a Deep Space Engineering facility known as Foster Base. The purpose of the facility and maintaining the anomaly in a stable condition remains unknown as the facility is in ruins.

Initial observation began at 13:00 SMT on September 29th, SMT. The anomaly its self has destabilized beyond the point of secure observation. The remains of Foster Base remain a navigational hazard when maintaining a steady distance from the gravitational anomaly. As anticipated, all readings in comparison to existing Baxter Objects have shown the Foster Anomaly to be artificial in nature, due to a lack of fluctuation patterns and its deteriorating state without constant support by gravity field generators.

Due to the nature of the wreckage surrounding the facility, tachyon readings were unpredictable. No signs of direct interference by any non-human asset of any kind, or any previous traces of foreign residual energy. However, due to the destabilization caused by the lack of Foster's gravity support, the anomaly is experiencing a significant raise in radioactivity and gravitational fluctuations. It is estimated the anomaly its self may expand to dangerous proportions and consume the remains of Foster Base, however this cannot be confirmed due to the interference caused by the debris. Nevertheless, the anomaly exhibits extremely dangerous levels of radiation and gravitational fluctuations, and even with caution taken, the Foster Anomaly cannot be investigated further.

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FOR ZETA SECTION/INNER PHALANX

The anomaly its self is believed to have been created by Deep Space Engineering for Jump experiments at one time. However, no data is publicly available, and any investigation is based purely on speculation. That being said, the initial scans and preliminary observation have shown the object to be unnatural, and due to its proximity to the facility, I have no doubt that our suspicions are correct.

- Templar Hoyt Del Rio, R&D

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Chester Anomaly

The Chester Anomaly is a recent discovery during a joint expedition with the Ingenuus Research Group. Due to its proximity to an active hive, it's believed to be an artificial construct used for transportation.

Initial observation began at 21:00 SMT on September 30th, SMT. The Artemis was joined by Kadego Sudrossa and his Destroyer on escort due to the sensitive nature of the Chester system and proximity to the active hive that occupies it. Its behavior and radioactivity were unlike initial readings recovered from previous scans the day prior, yet are an almost exact match to the generated anomalies that appeared in New York and Pennsylvania, as recorded by Keeper Raven.

So far scans and tachyon sweeps have shown minimal activity, yet use in some way or another. The initial suggestion was cloaked Nomad craft monitoring our movement, but it had since been dismissed due to residual energy readings present along a trail to the hive from days prior, showing brief signs of something moving from the anomaly to the hive within the past week, but it is unsure of the class of alien vessel or if it was such at all, as the energy has suggested craft ranging from a Morphling to that of a Purifier.

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FOR ZETA SECTION/INNER PHALANX

As suggested, the anomaly is artificial in composition and behavior. We were unable to study it for a prolonged period of time due to the nature of Chester and our recent recall. My staff wished to convey a protest for the interruption of the operation, yet I have reassured them that whatever the reason may be, it is of significant importance that we return to orbit of Ataraxia and await further instructions.

- Templar Hoyt Del Rio, R&D

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