In the cold, sterile interrogation room at the local RCSC base, Captain Murphy shifted uneasily in his chair, a bead of sweat trickling down his temple despite the room’s chill. Across from him, Spacedawg Pauly
Birth 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... and Ed Alvis
Biographical Information Also Known As: Captain Ed Alvis, Dr. Ed AlvisProfessions: Scientist, Musician, AdventurerAlma Mater: University of MarylandNotable Achievements: Ph.D. in Physics, Expertise in Structural Engineering Overview Ed Alvis is a renowned figure in both the scientific and musical communities, celebrated for his dual expertise as a physicist and a musician. His remarkable journey spans academic achievements, a profound musical... listened intently, recording devices silently capturing every word.
Murphy cleared his throat, the gravity of his confession seeming to weigh him down. “Look, this goes deeper than you think. There’s a guy—Mason Stanley from the Ottawa University of Biological Studies. He’s been funneling money into the university for some… special projects.”
Spacedawg leaned forward, his interest piqued. “What kind of special projects are we talking about here, Murphy?”
“Genetic samples, artifacts from Drumheller Prime,” Murphy responded, his voice a mix of fear and resignation. “Stanley is a collector, but not just any collector. He deals in the black market, trading stolen artifacts. He’s got connections, deep ones, even with the Minister of Education.”
Ed scribbled notes, then looked up sharply. “So, he paid you to retrieve these samples?”
“Not directly,” Murphy clarified. “See, several biomedical firms were after these samples, but the university kept blocking them. Stanley brokered a deal—funneled their money through his donations to the university. In return, these firms got their hands on what they wanted without causing a stir.”
“And Dr. Carter?” Spacedawg asked, a sense of the puzzle pieces falling into place.
Murphy sighed, his gaze dropping to the table. “Carter got greedy. When he realized what these samples and artifacts could fetch on the black market, he wanted more than what was offered. Stanley didn’t take kindly to that. He’s not the type to just take no for an answer.”
“So he hired assassins to take out Carter,” Ed concluded, his voice grim.
“Yeah, but there was a snag,” Murphy continued. “The assassins were supposed to retrieve everything from Carter’s tent, but they couldn’t find the artifacts. And then, your arrival,” he nodded towards Spacedawg and Ed, “made it impossible for them to leave the planet without drawing attention.”
Spacedawg stood, his mind racing with the implications of Murphy’s revelations. “And Stanley? Where is he now?”
“He’s got a private terraformed moon in the Banff System
The Banff System is a star system located in the [sector/region], known for its unique planetary compositions and the habitable planet Banff III (Banff Prime). Planets Banff I - Type: Rocky, molten lava planet - Atmosphere: Thin sulfuric - Description: A hostile environment with active lava flows and a thin sulfuric atmosphere. Banff II - Type: Ice planet - Atmosphere:.... Most likely laying low there,” Murphy divulged, a note of bitterness creeping into his tone.
Spacedawg turned to Ed, his decision made. “Prepare a team. We’re going to the Banff SystemThe Banff System is a star system located in the [sector/region], known for its unique planetary compositions and the habitable planet Banff III (Banff Prime). Planets Banff I - Type: Rocky, molten lava planet - Atmosphere: Thin sulfuric - Description: A hostile environment with active lava flows and a thin sulfuric atmosphere. Banff II - Type: Ice planet - Atmosphere:.... It’s time to pay Mr. Mason Stanley a visit.”
As they left the interrogation room, the weight of the task ahead loomed large. Not only did they need to confront Stanley and unravel the full extent of his illicit dealings, but they also had to ensure the safety of countless other potential targets who might stand in the way of his unscrupulous ambitions. The journey to the Banff SystemThe Banff System is a star system located in the [sector/region], known for its unique planetary compositions and the habitable planet Banff III (Banff Prime). Planets Banff I - Type: Rocky, molten lava planet - Atmosphere: Thin sulfuric - Description: A hostile environment with active lava flows and a thin sulfuric atmosphere. Banff II - Type: Ice planet - Atmosphere:... would not just be a mission of arrest but one of protecting the fragile balance of power within the Canadian Expanse.
