Once the astrogeology tests have been conducted on all these samples, the results—along with the ore—will be sent to the metallurgical department for the final phase of the Vega Project.
As a reminder, these tests are being carried out to locate a reliable source of Nagel-Oster Crystal (NOC) for the reverse engineering of the Dark Matter Core (DMC) that E. Kalish and his team developed at Ames 10 years ago. NOC acts as a stabilizer for excited-state dark matter (the same phenomenon that triggers the storms in Kepler) and converts its energy into a massive, harvestable magnetic field. Unfortunately, we lack any surplus NOC for direct testing, and harvesting the crystal from our only prototype is ill-advised.
Below is an outline of the different tests we use to determine if a system’s vicinity could harbor NOC:
Petrographic and Microscopic Analysis
Thin-section analysis
Microscopic structures
Geochemical Analysis
X-ray fluorescence
Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry
Stable and radiogenic isotope analysis
Geochronology and Dating Methods
Radiometric dating
Luminescence dating
Carbon-14 dating (if lifeform detected)
Geophysical Methods
Gravity and magnetic surveys
Electrical resistivity
Structural Analysis and Modeling
Fault and micro fold analysis
Kinematic and dynamic analysis
Sedimentological and Stratigraphic Analysis
Facies analysis
Sequence stratigraphy
In addition, as in the Ames project DMSG, we have deployed a newly positioned asteroid within the storm. It contains two samples of each ore, as well as various alien organisms. We hypothesize these organisms may form exotic crystalline shells in reaction to dark matter exposure, not unlike how terrestrial pearl oysters generate nacre around an irritant. This experiment will require extended observation; the first results are expected in at least one month.
We will also request that the Starfliers conduct an in-depth analysis of the space surrounding the ore extraction site once the astrogeology tests are complete.
We will contact the Starfliers shortly to have them scan these systems for unusual magnetic fields and dark matter signatures. Furthermore, we will dispatch my vessel—which has been immersed in the DMC for several months—to emit a concentrated burst of excited dark matter radiation. Afterwards, they will perform additional scans to detect any changes that may occur.
Dublin is a special case; the gate explosion’s residual effects on samples have yielded intriguing data.
Systems surrounding Omicron Delta show the most promising results so far. I suspect Zeta, in particular, may hold hidden anomalies ripe for further investigation.
On the mineralogical front, no notable changes have been observed, as expected. A two‑month timeframe remains insufficient for the initiation of any detectable crystallization process, especially under such extreme conditions.
The organic results, however, have been disappointing. All test organisms, including the Nomadic strains, perished within a short time. As previously theorized, Nomads appear unable to metabolize or withstand concentrated dark matter radiation. Their vulnerability to such fields remains consistent across all observed specimens.
To account for potential transportation stress, I’ve dispatched a courier to acquire new biological samples, this time employing a modified containment and delivery protocol. It’s possible the prior method destabilized or lethally stressed the organisms before exposure. Additionally, I’ve deliberately requested a surplus of specimens, which should allow for selective retention of only the most resilient individuals.
Finally, I’ve submitted a separate request for the unusual alien organisms located near the Nephilim wreck in Omicron Zeta. These entities have evidently endured long periods of spacefaring drift, and I have a strong intuition that they may possess unique resistance profiles relevant to dark matter interaction. They could very well be the key we've been looking for.
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