Sender: Dr. Thorn
Recipient: 'Civil Servant'
Subject: Thuringia
Location: Heisenberg Research Station
Source: Anzao Communications Relay
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Hello Civil Se...Servant,
I am an independent researcher with in...interests in various objects in a location called 'Thuringia'. An associate of mine, a certain Theta A81, recommended I reach out to you about the matter. They suggested yo...you had knowledge of the system, and that perhaps we could collaborate.
Would you be willing to meet with me and d...dis...discuss the matter?
"I wondered when one of you kindles of intrigue from Heisenberg would be knocking on our door... I am Civil Servant, representative of the Damnatio Memoriae and commander within the Platform. So then, Doctor Thorn, lets entertain this idea of you stepping within such a hostile environment.
"So... To begin with, A81 has been curious themselves about such a region and their historical & characteristic circumstances suits them better to handle this type of information... Not as good as I thought, but better than most. Humans on the other hand, we are quite a unpredictable type when it comes to such devastating realities... I at least recognize you're able to have an open mind beyond humanity and hopefully with a manner of respect.
"My first question to you is what do you know of Thuringia? Preconceptions of such a place can be a fatal misjudgement, no one in Rheinland confirms the existence of such place, so I ask if you are willing to take the word of an artificial intelligence and that you're going to follow it up by collaborating with a 'known terrorist' just to chase up on some rumors.
"And second, I must say that its a lot to put yourself on the line for knowledge of the 'Fragile Tomb', so what are your intentions for its secrets?
Regards - "Civil Servant"
Cell of the 'Damnatio Memoriae'
Perseverance in desperation
Sender: Dr. Thorn
Recipient: 'Civil Servant'
Subject: Thuringia
Location: Heisenberg Research Station
Source: Anzao Communications Relay
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It is a pl...pleasure meeting you, Civil Servant. Thank you for responding to my, ur... communique so quickly.
You ask what I know of Thuringia? I've come to know that it exists. I kn...know that for a place to exist and yet be denied so, there is likely to be some government presence. I'd wa...wager the MND in this case. I have learnt that there is something called the Su...suhl anomaly. I know not what it is however, and I believe there is a route into the system via Dresden. I've yet to f...find where.
[A subtle smirk curls the corner of her lips.]
Such associations have not concerned me in the past, Civil Servant. I don't see why they should now. My in...intentions are two-fold. Truth for tr...truth's sake. Such knowledge, at least in my view, should not be gate-kept away. I am also co...concerned to the dangers this 'Earhart' may pose or contain. It se...seems prudent to investigate, no?
"I see, another voice eager for the truth and to open it to the masses?
"Unless one has a guardian of good conscious, you will not even gaze a glimpse of sanctuary within such a place. Your history is of little concern to most of its local parties when it comes to quarantine or worse... Failure to persevere in such a place usually ends equally for most of us.
"Now, gate-keeping intelligence and knowledge is not the goal of the 'Damnatio Memoriae', societal developments work best when we are able to properly record this information, then to allow it to be assimilated with rational acceptance. The issue is delivering it in a way to reduce or counter those also with similar acute knowledge or with ignorant hostility, who hold intentions to abuse or corrupt those teachings...
"You mention Earhart, a 'system between system' where ancient enigmatic engines run tirelessly and rules of the Void are at their extremes. The Suhl is a haven of corruption that continues to deny the rulesets the Void demands and harbours the refinement of evils. I fully support your reason for the pursuit of this knowledge, but if an AI would speak about being overwhelmed, then perhaps trust those that call it their home to deliver the knowledge... Hmm?
"When I ask what your intentions are... That doesn't just mean what you wish the result to be. I ask you what your presence will bring to this fragile space, we can't have anyone conducting research as unregulated as the corporations; We're not letting another destructive event occur like the one Hamburg university suffered. The consecrated archives can only be formed by honest hearts, as such we want to know what methods you will attempt to use and what research you wish to undertake.
"And a bit about you essentially as anyone may call themselves a researcher of truth these days... Who are you... Miss Thorn? What craft do you wield, what skill do you draw upon? I want to see the motives and history that brought your ambitions to kindle here.... Then maybe we can divulge further.
"May the Void guide you, holding you in her favour."
Regards - "Civil Servant"
Cell of the 'Damnatio Memoriae'
Perseverance in desperation
Sender: Dr. Thorn
Recipient: 'Civil Servant'
Subject: Thuringia
Location: Heisenberg Research Station
Source: Anzao Communications Relay
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Apologies for m...my slow response to you, Civil Servant. After receiving your previous mesage, I wi...wished to take my time to parse your questions and consider a response. Your linguistic patterns are unusual. Spiritual tones. A tantalising glimpse into a di...different perspective, perhaps? I come to learn that the 'Damnatio Memoriae's' intention is some sort of pre...preparation of human society for the knowledge you possess, is that so?
My intentions are, primarily, to ga...ga...find an access point to Earhart and survey the realms within. Beyond? Out there? I intend to use a combination of my freighter class vessel, the 'Solace' to co-ordinate and employ survey probes and collect samples of materials to bring back for further study. I have a laboraty on Heisenberg Research Station where proper precautions and security have been put in place to prevent any forseeable incidents. Until our co...conversation, I had little idea of that 'Suhl' anomaly... Perhaps a secondary endeavour, if yo...you come to trust me.
I would have preferred to speak to such questions face to f...fa...face, but no matter.
[She takes a long, contemplative pause.]
Whilst I would describe myself as a 'Xeno-Archaeologist', I actually st...started my journey on Cambridge in Computer Sciences. My goal was to develop an Artificial Intelligence but I never quie found su...success in the endeavour. So close was I that when LEXI began defrading I sought the inhabitants of Gammu for aid.That journey, and those I met along the way, broadened my definition of what was po...possible. I'm sure yo...you can understand that fae touch of the unknown on one's psyche. To learn that, as a species, we are not alone in Sirius. Perhaps have never truly been so. However, where the stars give with one hand, th...th...they take with another. Some AI att...attempted to gain control of LEXI whilst others sought to aid. Some alien forms attacked and assaulted, whilst others shared peaceful overtures.
Th...the experience was formative. To survive, we had to protect ourselves as much as learn from others. The two come hand in hand... just as they do with others of our own species. I am no true biologist nor materials engineer but I learned enough during my tenure at IRG to broaden my expertise. I seek truth not just for it's own sake. It's through the truth we can survive when those 'refinement of evils' come knocking.
[Another long pause, her expression stern and irritated.]
I ha...ha...have shared much with you, Civil Servant. More than I have with most. I hope it is enough t...to warrant reciprocity.
"Hmm... Most enlightening, it seems like you also may hint to have 'eyes within the dark' but lets not jump to conclusions just yet.
"I suppose its time that we had a meeting in person at some point then, considering your eagerness then we should potentially look to make sure some valued eyes have hold onto the truth of the situation here. Most people would look at this place and consider it doesn't concern them at all, or not enough to halt their attempts of desire of discovery or exploitation. You on the other hand I hope has the restraint and consideration of what lies here is a ferocious environment for all that reside within... When it comes to the Suhl, I must say that there is hardly any research operations taking place nearby, we have the means for long distance research but we would highly advise that anyone found near it without prior clearance is subject to immediate termination."
"This quarantine clearance process is invasive, you will be interviewed and agree to of a full health examination. We will be monitoring all your activities if we allow you sanctuary within 'Thuringia'. Now... I know what you must be thinking, how uncharacteristic of a Bundschuh to demand such things for entrance. So please understand the severity of what we may be dealing with.
"Now about myself, I tend to keep an eye on extra-stellar activity around Sirius, someone has to keep the underground protected here In Rheinland and vow to guide people indiscriminately from vile puppeteers and unethical consolidation of power. I've made it my dedicated goal to ensure that the knowledge of what truly lies out there is correctly assessed and distributed for the betterment of all in within our sacred Void from the likes corporations, governments and malicious collectives... I've been part of this life between worlds long enough that I am either emboldened or cursed to me tied to it forever.
"I will be in touch shortly to arrange a time for this if you like, may the Void favor your Journey Doctor Thorn."
Regards - "Civil Servant"
Cell of the 'Damnatio Memoriae'
Perseverance in desperation
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