A Collision with Bureaucracy, a Commitment to Humanity
04 Dec 2023Jambrick
Commander Jambrick, elite combat pilot, has found himself thrust into the spotlight following a controversial incident during the ongoing Thargoid war. Accused of colliding with friendly units, Jambrick faced Pilot's Federation sanctions and early release under Princess Aisling Duval's controversial rehabilitation program.In an exclusive interview with The Interstellar Post, Jambrick sheds light on the incident, highlighting the limitations of current combat protocols and the blurred lines between heroism and bureaucratic oversight.
"Relying on sensors and piloting by the book just doesn't cut it against the Thargoids," Jambrick emphasizes, explaining how low-temperature tactics and evasive maneuvers under fire can lead to accidental collisions even for the most skilled pilots. He decries the reliance on black box data, often incomplete and misleading, as a basis for harsh penalties, hindering the war effort rather than supporting it.
Jambrick's early release, facilitated by Princess Duval, has sparked speculation. While he acknowledges the program's role in enhancing his ship's defenses, he insists his motivation is purely pragmatic: "The bottom line is not so political really. We need to be in a position to defend humanity, politics be damned." He expresses his willingness to work with all factions, recognizing that "we are all in this together."
Jambrick's foray into exobiology offers a glimpse into the multifaceted nature of this war. His role in retrieving spire site samples and facilitating Professor Palin's research has yielded tangible results, with the development of a sabotaged sample capable of disabling these Thargoid structures. He embodies the spirit of "If I have to fight, I fight. If I have to scrape some disgusting biological matter off a spire, that is what I'm going to do."
Beyond his individual contributions, Jambrick's story serves as a powerful catalyst for change. He exposes the flaws in outdated regulations, the human cost of bureaucratic inefficiencies, and the need for a united front against the Thargoid threat.
Jambrick is more than just a pilot; he is a symbol of hope and resilience, a testament to the human spirit that refuses to be silenced or defeated. His story is a call to action, urging us to question, to adapt, and to fight, not just with weapons, but also with our voices and our unwavering determination to see humanity prevail.
Commander Jambrick, you are an inspiration. Thank you for your service.
- Maria Santiago, The Interstellar Post