A lonesome payday in Shona
24 Jan 2024Oxforth
Commander Oxforth - Wednesday, January 24, 3310Location: Cramer Enterprise, Shona
Vessel: ASP Explorer - Hugin
Mission Overview: Exploration and Exobiology
Commander's Log:
After countless jumps through the cosmic tapestry, the ASP Explorer, named Hugin, has traversed systems beyond my counting. Planetary surfaces have become familiar landscapes, each harboring various life forms in their own, unique growths. The cataloging of these discoveries has become a journey in itself, a testament to the diversity woven into the fabric of the universe.
Today, a well-earned rest follows the sale of exobiology data at the local Vista Genomics office in Shona. The substantial payout is certainly comforting, yet my mind wanders to the days when credits would flow like a river into the lap of the right person at the right job.
As I sit in the quiet hum of the station's lounge, a glass of scotch in hand, I contemplate the vastness of the cosmos and the simplicity of life forms etched into the surfaces of distant planets. Each discovery is a thread in the tapestry of the unknown, a reminder of the marvels that await those who venture into the depths of the unknown.
Simultaneously, my thoughts extend beyond the Shona System. I know that my brother, Ramforth, is out there, navigating the cosmic sea in pursuit of clues tied to The Dark Wheel and the elusive Raxxla. The mysteries he seeks are as enigmatic as the distant stars, yet his determination remains unwavering. Likewise, Skandragon patrols the systems near Valhaling, diligently pushing the Galactic Viking agenda ever forward and upward. Her efforts mirror the ambitions of our faction, a constant beacon in the galactic tapestry.
The galaxy is vast, and our paths diverge, but a silent camaraderie binds us together in the cosmic dance. As I take in the sights of Shona, I'm reminded that each discovery, each moment of reflection, adds another layer to our shared narrative.
Tomorrow brings not only a new day, but new opportunities. I believe I will continue my current, meandering path back home towards Valhaling, scanning systems, planets and simplistic life-forms along the way.
I have a feeling I shall need the credits I earn before long.
O7, commanders.
End Logbook Entry.