ATCNet - HAWKING'S GAP-CONFLUX EXPEDITION - Prelude
31 Oct 2020Belexticus
***Broadcasting on all frequencies, this is ATCNet; galactic news you certainly can trust!***"We’re here in the pilot’s lounge aboard the ATC Sisyphus and there truly is an air of excitement amongst our CMDRs. The skies above this awesome fleet carrier are a buzz of activity, with ships going to and fro, delivering the necessary fuel and cargo ready for its departure in less than 24 hours. It truly goes to show what a marvellous team we have here at Artemis Corporation.
"Since the recent success of another ATC-led mission to the Formadine Rift, the Artemis Corporation Board of Directors have been anxious to commission another expedition under the guidance of Commander Eben and his intrepid crew of explorers, scientists, astro-archaeologists and adventurers. Having consulted with his top advisors as well as members of the Office of Corporate Affairs, the Star Marshal has devised a plan of such cunning, such daring and such potential profitability, the Board instantly called for its preparation. Out in space are treasures and wonders beyond your typical commander’s wildest aspirations. And why visit one area of space when you can visit two?
"The gambit - the exploration of Ancient ruins, abandoned settlements and fantastic astronomical phenomena in both the Hawking’s Gap region and the Scutum-Sagittarii Conflux. The outcome - profit and pleasure for all who join us, as the Board of Directors have already promised full shares of any spoils brought home. The Board have instructed me to send their especial well-wishes to all the members of the ATC Fleet Academy who have signed up for this exciting venture.
"We expect to see a lot of activity around the ATC Sisyphus over the next twenty four hours. It’s still not too late for ATC CMDRs to sign up for the mission if they haven’t already done so. Long range exploration ships are desirable but all will be made welcome. I shall repeat my earlier imperative from the Formadine mission: we, brothers and sisters, stand together. Please make your interest known aboard the ATC Eris.
"This is Commander Belexticus, amongst friends full of anticipation aboard the ATC Sisyphus, for ATCNet."