"We found it, behind the Shroud. It was a matter of luck, a star we were planning to hit-and still plan to hit-passed behind a relatively miniscule obstruction for the breifest of moments. When I went looking for the Cozine data on that region, we found a little swarm of brown dwarves, marked as a curiosity; rogue planets don't normally happen in clusters. My own probe to that region not only confirmed my suspicions that an Ark colony would intercept the region, but it showed reasons to believe that there would be valuable resources as well as alien life. This would make it an extraordinary prize for the
Space Rush, and it's so close... This is my legacy and I'm not letting it slip through my fingers."
~CAO
Neeka Astrinea,
Luminar BioTech.
The Raidne System: Hidden Gem Amidst the Shroud
Located a mere 20 light-years from the
Sol System, the Raidne System remains shrouded in mystery, literally. The dense carbon-heavy black debris cloud known as the Shroud obscures the system's inner worlds from prying eyes. At its center lies Raidne, an O8V star, one of the most energetic and luminous star types. The system's seven planets, including four terrestrial worlds and three gas giants, offer a diverse range of environments and resources.
Tensions and Conflict
Human colonization of Carimon, Raidne III's largest moon, has sparked tensions with the indigenous
Zhrak, a warrior race native to Raidne IV. Frequent invasions and skirmishes have become the norm, with the
Zhrak seeking to eradicate the human presence. Even
Luminar BioTech's involvement has further complicated matters, as they seek to exploit the system's resources and upset the natural balances. The Shroud's presence limits communication and travel, exacerbating the conflict. Human outposts on other moons remain vulnerable to
Zhrak raids, while
Luminar BioTech's interests hang in the balance.
Prospects and Exploitation
Despite the challenges,
Luminar BioTech sees vast potential in the Raidne system. The gas giants, particularly Raidne VI, hold promise for mining valuable resources like Red Mercury, crucial for interstellar travel. Diamondoid formations on Raidne IV offer opportunities for advanced materials research. Carimon's unique environment and terraformed landscape make it an attractive location for further colonization. As tensions simmer,
Luminar BioTech must navigate the complex web of human-Zhrak conflict, balancing exploitation with the need for stability and security in this strategically vital system.
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