Massive Recovery and Memorial Efforts Underway After Fort Smith Starbase Catastrophe

Canadian Expanse News NetworkCanadian Expanse News Network (CENN) OverviewThe Canadian Expanse News Network (CENN) is the successor to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, adapted to meet the demands of the 22nd and 23rd centuries. It was established in 2040 in the Ottawa System and has since become the premier news source for the Canadian Expanse. HistoryFounded as an evolution of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation... More (CENNCanadian Expanse News Network (CENN) OverviewThe Canadian Expanse News Network (CENN) is the successor to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, adapted to meet the demands of the 22nd and 23rd centuries. It was established in 2040 in the Ottawa System and has since become the premier news source for the Canadian Expanse. HistoryFounded as an evolution of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation... More)

Fort Smith System, Territories 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 the wake of the devastating implosion of the Fort Smith Starbase, an immense recovery and memorial operation is underway. The catastrophic event resulted in the tragic loss of nearly 150,000 lives, leaving the region and its inhabitants in mourning.

Rescue and recovery teams have been working around the clock to retrieve the remains of the deceased from the wreckage. Body bags now occupy any available space in the cargo bays of the Mandoleer’s Folly and other ships participating in the operation. The sheer scale of the task is a sobering reminder of the disaster’s magnitude.

“Efforts to honor and respectfully lay to rest the victims have been our highest priority,” said Captain Spacedawg PaulyBirth Name: PaulyCurrent Alias: Spacedawg PaulySpecies: Human-Canine HybridDate of Birth: February 22, 1973Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., United States, Earth, Sol SystemOccupations: Former Chef, Brewer, Distiller, Garden Worker, Apprentice Cobbler; Current First Mate on the Mandoleer's Folly, Lieutenant in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC) Overview Spacedawg Pauly is a unique entity whose life story spans both Earth and the... More of the Mandoleer’s Folly. “The customs and traditions of the RCSC officers have been upheld, with a decision to conduct a ‘burial at sea,’ adapted to our context of space.”

The chosen method involved releasing the bodies into the Fold, a spatial phenomenon revered for its spiritual significance. Many believe that encountering a timespace storm within the Fold means the deceased will live again in a new world or universe. This solemn practice was carried out in a somber ceremony attended by the crew of the Mandoleer’s Folly and other vessels present.

Celine EbnerBiographical Information Name: Celine EbnerDate of Birth: April 20, 2173Place of Birth: Vancouver Prime, Canadian ExpanseOccupations: Cybernetically Enhanced Operative of the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC)Parents: Captain Eugene Ebner, Former Deputy Commandant Mary Ebner Overview Celine Ebner is a distinguished officer in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC), known for her profound resilience and cybernetic enhancements. Born into a family... More, a leading figure in the recovery efforts, delivered a poignant eulogy during the ceremony. Her words resonated deeply with those gathered:

“We stand here united in grief and in memory of those we have lost. Their journey did not end here; it continues into the vast expanse of the Fold, where they may find peace and new beginnings. Let us honor their lives and their sacrifices by continuing our mission with the same dedication and courage they showed every day.”

The eulogy, filled with emotion and hope, provided a moment of collective solace for the bereaved. Following the ceremony, a reception was held on each ship to commemorate the lives lost and to offer support to one another.

As the days of mourning draw to a close, the focus shifts to investigating the cause of the disaster. Celine has appointed J.J. SmithJohn Jacob Smith is a seasoned police officer from Georgetown, known for his bravery and unique involvement in managing time anomalies. He has become a pivotal figure in handling temporal disturbances, working undercover as Agent 93 for a secretive organization tasked with protecting the temporal integrity of his environment. Early Career and Experiences John Jacob Smith has been a fixture... More to lead the investigation, coordinating efforts with constabulary crews aboard the affected ships. Captain Spacedawg PaulyBirth Name: PaulyCurrent Alias: Spacedawg PaulySpecies: Human-Canine HybridDate of Birth: February 22, 1973Place of Birth: Washington, D.C., United States, Earth, Sol SystemOccupations: Former Chef, Brewer, Distiller, Garden Worker, Apprentice Cobbler; Current First Mate on the Mandoleer's Folly, Lieutenant in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry (RCSC) Overview Spacedawg Pauly is a unique entity whose life story spans both Earth and the... More has been named fleet commander, overseeing fleet management and ensuring a thorough and comprehensive inquiry.

The investigation teams are diligently documenting and collecting evidence from the planet’s surface and the surrounding debris field. A temporary station has been assembled to facilitate the analysis of collected materials. Retrieval drones continue to scan the area for any clues that might shed light on the implosion’s cause.

Despite the extensive search efforts, progress has been slow. The teams remain hopeful that the recently discovered signal from within the debris will provide a breakthrough in understanding the tragedy.

The Fort Smith System remains a somber place, but the resilience and determination of those involved in the recovery and investigation efforts stand as a testament to their commitment to uncovering the truth and preventing such a disaster from occurring again. As they work tirelessly, the memories of those lost will drive their efforts to bring justice and closure to this dark chapter in the Canadian Expanse’s history.