Mission Log: Stormhawk

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- Captains Log of “JJ” Mathers

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April 6, 828 AS

We were hungry for action and we finally got it.

As we began a survey of the Omicron Nu system, we were called for assistance to the local Zoner base present in the system. They were being harassed by a small force and were unable to push them back on their own. To this end, I directed our ship to them quickly to assist.



Upon arrival, they were under attack by a number of Nomad ships and other vessels that were not Nomad in nature but were still assaulting the base. We promptly attacked and destroyed what we could, while other close defense ships assisted. Shortly after, the command crew of the station, Rarotonga Dock, suggested we search in another sector for more contacts, as unknown signals were being detected near a asteroid field.

Advancing to that area, we at first did not see very much, but was detecting odd signatures and continued looking. All of a sudden, several Nomad ships decloaked right near us began a attack on us. We were able to destroy some of them but more were headed into the area and we had to fall back as some of our engine and shield systems were damaged.

Visual Logs

This was one of the first times we have had to retreat from a assault, but also shows our limits and not to cross them. In the coming months, I hope that the engineering team can explore new routes to better protect our systems.

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April 10, 828 AS

Going off a lead we got not long ago, we are following up with a suggestion to explore the Coronado system and possibly Inverness. Two days ago we entered Coronado and was able to make a brief survey. We were contacted by Crayter patrols in the area and advised that although we permitted to be there, that we are not allowed to approach certain areas without special authorization.



We did find traces of potential alien signatures in the area but nothing concrete, I will order the Stormhawk to proceed over to Inverness by tomorrow.

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April 12, 828 AS
Today we arrived at Inverness and reported in at Freeport 14. These people have had quite the journey over the last year. Apparently they were in the Alberta system that was being overrun by the Dark Matter storm that was warned about since 826 AS. With the assistance of the Carrier Tarrafal, the Freeport was moved into Inverness and they have set up shop there. It is a little different operation than what most Freeports do but they are survivors and are doing everything they can.



Upon asking the local Zoners about any strange contacts, they didn't inform us of designs that sounded quite Alien, ships appearing out of no-where, shooting down escort ships then vanishing again. This prompted a response for us to see if we could find anything.

We moved to the eastern side of the system, and after another hour of scanning, came under assault by Nomad vessels. The fight was short but additional damage was made against some parts of the ship, and therefore was recommended to me that we put in for at least some brief repairs. It has been suggested to return home to Kappa to get a work up.

Visual Logs

This marks twice now within a week that we have come under attack, showing that the Nomads may be enhancing their push against us. It also suggests that they may have a way of operating beyond the Edge Worlds.

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April 16, 828 AS

We returned to Theta using our Jump Drive, so as to make repairs as soon as possible. Now I am being told that Livadia cannot service us right now, and we would need to wait. Therefore I will sending the ship to moor up at Freeport 9 so that we can at least begin minor repairs and get deployed again soon. I don't want much wait time on getting back out there. Recent events have shown that we need to remain vigilant, or the consequences could be dire.

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April 18, 828 AS

It was tough getting back to Freeport 9, but we made it. I decided to head back there quickly so that nothing else would happen on the way.



Projections from Waxford show that this may take just 2 or 3 days but likely may take more, since we have not spent any time for repairs since we launched.

On another note, one of the science teams onboard has expressed interest in possible boosts to our power system. Although I am skeptical of further improvements based on how the ship is setup, it does sound quite interesting. Some have began to explore other power-sources, mainly a item called Thorium MOX. I am not a engineer, but what I do know is that most reactors run on normal MOX including, and Thorium is usually used for mega-reactors and systems that need massive amounts of power such as land installations and colony vessels. I will stay updated on any progress they make.

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