A mysterious disease is ravaging the New Brunswick Sector
Overview A Sector, commonly referred to as a Provincial Sector, is a designated area of space within the broader and diverse cosmic region known as the Canadian Expanse. These Sectors function similarly to provinces, contributing to the organization and governance of this vast territory. Structure and Division The Canadian Expanse is divided into thirteen Provincial Sectors, each with its own... More, plunging the entire region into chaos. The RCSC has declared a total quarantine, halting all travel to and from the sectorOverview A Sector, commonly referred to as a Provincial Sector, is a designated area of space within the broader and diverse cosmic region known as the Canadian Expanse. These Sectors function similarly to provinces, contributing to the organization and governance of this vast territory. Structure and Division The Canadian Expanse is divided into thirteen Provincial Sectors, each with its own... More in a desperate bid to contain the outbreak. No cargo or passenger ships are allowed to pass.
The Mandoleer’s Folly has been called to enforce this quarantine. Captain Spacedawg and his crew have standing orders from the RCSC High Command to destroy any ship attempting to break the quarantine. Spacedawg feels conflicted about the harshness of the order, but he understands the gravity of the situation. He tries to compartmentalize his emotions and focus on the mission.
Spacedawg receives an urgent message from Celine. Her holographic image flickers to life, her expression somber.
“Spacedawg, this disease—New Brunswick SectorOverview A Sector, commonly referred to as a Provincial Sector, is a designated area of space within the broader and diverse cosmic region known as the Canadian Expanse. These Sectors function similarly to provinces, contributing to the organization and governance of this vast territory. Structure and Division The Canadian Expanse is divided into thirteen Provincial Sectors, each with its own... More Neural Syndrome—is unlike anything we’ve seen. It only affects humans. Some have shown immunity, but the cause is still unknown.”
Spacedawg listens intently, his face grim. “And the indigenous species?”
Celine shakes her head. “They’re unaffected. But we need to understand why. The Mandoleer’s Folly has some of the best medical officers, including the Alchemist. We need you to investigate and develop a cure or vaccine.”
Spacedawg nods. “Understood. We’ll do everything we can.”
Spacedawg calls his senior officers to the bridge’s conference room. The room is filled with a tense silence as the officers take their seats. Elliott, the ever-present feline, curls up on Spacedawg’s chair armrest, sensing the gravity of the moment.
Spacedawg clears his throat. “We’ve been given new orders. We’re to enforce the quarantine and assist in finding a cure for this disease. I want your suggestions on how we can proceed effectively.”
Maelstrom
Origin and Early Life Maelstrom, a Gichi-manidoo from the Rogue Moon of Giizis Babaa-ayaa in the Ontario Sector, is distinguished by her blue-furred, wild cat-like features. A member of the humanoid species with a deep connection to nature, she embodies the physical and spiritual traits of her heritage. Maelstrom’s life took a significant turn when she relocated to the bustling... More, the head engineer, leans forward. “We need to start by securing our perimeter. Any ship trying to break the quarantine must be stopped.”
The Alchemist, known for his healing abilities, speaks up next. “I’ll begin analyzing any data we have on the disease. If it only affects humans, we need to understand the biological mechanisms at play.”
Ed, the first officer, nods. “We should also look into why the indigenous species are immune. There might be a clue there.”
Spacedawg takes a deep breath, absorbing their input. “Good. Let’s get to work. We can’t afford any mistakes.”
The room falls silent again as the officers contemplate their next steps, aware that the fate of the New Brunswick Sector—and potentially the entire Canadian Expanse—rests on their shoulders.
As the officers begin to strategize, the tension in the room is palpable. The fate of countless lives hangs in the balance, and the crew of the Mandoleer’s Folly must rise to the challenge.
