Today Nicolas Diego's research ship set off for Uncharted 4 to mine Cerulite Crystals for scientific purposes. During the course of the mining operation, the research team made preparations to further map the system. After a certain amount of time, the preparations were completed and the scanners were ready for use.
Vortex in Uncharted 4.
While mapping the system, the research team noticed a vortex in the distance that seemed interesting.
While scanning the vortex, the research team noticed a high concentration of radioactivity, which inevitably led to the scanning being stopped in order to avoid major damage to the research vessel.
As they continued their journey through the system, the research team noticed an unusual rock formation that required further exploration. On their way there, increased drag was detected, which made their journey even more difficult.
Unusual activity.
When approaching the rock formation, the research team noticed an unknown object that was exhibiting unusual activity.
Initial scans have revealed that this is an unstable jump hole, although the team has not been able to figure out where it leads.
After extensive discussions among themselves about what to do next, the team decided to jump through the unknown jumping hole, with the risk of never being able to return home.
Uncharted Space.
During the jump through the hole, some scanners went crazy, as did some on-board instruments.
After entering the unknown system, the team found themselves between different rock formations that are reminiscent of other structures, more like nomadic structures.
After some repair work on the ship, the team set out to research this system.
A star was discovered in the middle of the system that did not allow thorough scans due to very high levels of radioactivity.
Rock Formation.
Furthermore, an inactive structure was found that is very similar to that in Earhart. The structure did not allow for scanning, but the team did notice an unusual glowing rock formation. After a short discussion, the team decided to shoot at the rock formation. After destroying the rock formation, the team found a Damaged Containment Pod, which was loaded into the cargo hold and brought back to Detrrence Sanctum for further investigation.
Uncharted Space Exitpoint.
Due to dwindling resources and repair materials for the research ship, the crew decided to return home. They then set course for the jump hole with which they reached this system. After the jump hole was reached, thorough scans were carried out to ensure that the jump hole was stable. During the scanning process, some deviations were discovered that the crew considered harmless.
Jump preparations were made and the research ship made it to Uncharted 4, but not as the crew expected: they didn't jump out at the point they jumped in. Luckily, this actually worked to their advantage as they jumped near the exit of Uncharted 4. The rest of the journey went without incident and the research team safely reached Deterrence Sanctum where the Damaged Containment Pod was unloaded and is now being further examined.
I will report back if we found more interesting things.