Whistler Prime Part 3: Execution of the Rescue Operation

With the tourists safely onboard the Mandoleer’s Folly, the crew regrouped on the bridge. Captain Spacedawg stood at the center, his eyes scanning the holographic display that depicted the layout of Whistler Prime’s icy terrain.

“Great work, everyone,” Spacedawg began, his voice carrying a tone of both relief and anticipation. “But we’re not done yet. There are more areas to cover and potential dangers to address. We need to ensure the safety of the remaining tourists and locals.”

Ensign KaelSpecies: Gitchi-mando   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Toronto Prime, Toronto System   Occupation: Weapons Officer, Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, Order 93   Rank: Ensign   Station: Mandoleer’s Folly   Biography: Ensign Kael, a member of the enigmatic Gitchi-mando species, serves as the Weapons Officer aboard the Mandoleer's Folly. Known for their brilliant engineering and formidable combat skills, the Gitchi-mando people are bipedal, cat-like beings typically characterized... More, reviewing the latest data from the drones, pointed to a section of the glacier. “Captain, I’m picking up unusual heat signatures in this area. It could be more stranded tourists or something else entirely.”

“Let’s check it out,” Spacedawg decided. “Ava, prepare the shuttle for another sortie. ThorvaldSpecies: Jotun   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Medicine Hat System, Alberta Sector    Occupation Thorvald serves as a copilot in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, stationed aboard the Mandoleer’s Folly under Order 93. His rank within the organization is Sergeant.  Biography Born in the rugged expanses of the Medicine Hat System within the Alberta Sector, Thorvald embodies the characteristic resilience and strength of... More, you’re with me.”

As the shuttle departed, the landscape below revealed more of Whistler Prime’s harsh beauty. Snow and ice stretched endlessly, interrupted occasionally by jagged rocks and deep crevasses. The shuttle’s sensors picked up a faint distress signal, leading them to a remote cave.

“Looks like we’ve found something,” Ava noted, guiding the shuttle closer. “I’ll set us down near the entrance.”

Spacedawg and ThorvaldSpecies: Jotun   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Medicine Hat System, Alberta Sector    Occupation Thorvald serves as a copilot in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, stationed aboard the Mandoleer’s Folly under Order 93. His rank within the organization is Sergeant.  Biography Born in the rugged expanses of the Medicine Hat System within the Alberta Sector, Thorvald embodies the characteristic resilience and strength of... More, along with a small team, disembarked and approached the cave cautiously. The cold was biting, but their specialized suits kept them insulated. Inside, they found a group of locals huddled together, their faces a mix of fear and hope.

“You’re safe now,” Spacedawg reassured them, motioning for his team to help the stranded individuals. “We’re here to get you out of here.”

Thorvald’s imposing figure, usually intimidating, provided a sense of security as he helped guide the locals to the shuttle. “Stay close and watch your step,” he instructed, his deep voice steady.

Back on the Mandoleer’s Folly, Dr. Jordan CarrSpecies: Human   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Medicine Hat System   Occupation: Doctor, Trans-species Surgeon, Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, Order 93   Rank: Doctor   Station: Mandoleer’s Folly   Biography: Dr. Jordan Carr serves as a doctor aboard the Mandoleer’s Folly, a key vessel in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry's fleet. Born in the Medicine Hat System, Dr. Carr has carved a niche for himself as... More and his medical team were ready to provide care. “Let’s get them warmed up and check for any frostbite or injuries,” Dr. Carr directed, his experience as a trans-species surgeon evident in his calm efficiency.

As the rescued individuals received medical attention, Spacedawg turned to his crew. “We’ve done well so far, but we need to be thorough. There may be others out there.”

The bridge crew continued to monitor the scanners, ready to respond to any new signals. Sergeant MalikJonathan Malik Species: Human   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Chilliwack System, British Columbia Sector   Occupation: Sensor Officer, Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, Order 93   Rank: Sergeant   Station: Mandoleer’s Folly   Biography: Sergeant Jonathan Malik is a skilled Sensor Officer aboard the Mandoleer's Folly, known for his keen analytical skills and exceptional proficiency in managing complex sensor arrays. Born in the Chilliwack System of the... More, focused on the sensor data, suddenly noticed an anomaly. “Captain, there’s an energy spike coming from one of the mountains. It doesn’t match any natural formations we’ve seen.”

“Let’s investigate,” Spacedawg said, intrigued. “Ava, take us closer.”

The shuttle ascended, approaching the mountain cautiously. As they neared, a hidden structure became visible, its entrance cleverly concealed by the rocky terrain. Ensign KaelSpecies: Gitchi-mando   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Toronto Prime, Toronto System   Occupation: Weapons Officer, Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, Order 93   Rank: Ensign   Station: Mandoleer’s Folly   Biography: Ensign Kael, a member of the enigmatic Gitchi-mando species, serves as the Weapons Officer aboard the Mandoleer's Folly. Known for their brilliant engineering and formidable combat skills, the Gitchi-mando people are bipedal, cat-like beings typically characterized... More analyzed the readings. “Captain, this structure seems to be emitting an energy field. It could be a research facility or something more sinister.”

“Only one way to find out,” Spacedawg responded, determination in his eyes. “Let’s check it out.”

Landing near the structure, the team advanced with weapons at the ready. The entrance, covered in ice, took some effort to breach. Inside, they found a sophisticated laboratory, its walls lined with advanced equipment.

“This is no ordinary research facility,” ThorvaldSpecies: Jotun   Gender: Male   Birthplace: Medicine Hat System, Alberta Sector    Occupation Thorvald serves as a copilot in the Royal Canadian Space Cavalry, stationed aboard the Mandoleer’s Folly under Order 93. His rank within the organization is Sergeant.  Biography Born in the rugged expanses of the Medicine Hat System within the Alberta Sector, Thorvald embodies the characteristic resilience and strength of... More observed, examining the high-tech devices.

“Agreed,” Spacedawg said, his senses heightened. “Stay alert.”

As they explored further, they discovered evidence of illegal experiments, possibly related to the recent attacks on the Aurora Voyager. Documents and data logs hinted at a larger conspiracy involving powerful factions within 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.

“We need to secure this place and report our findings to Celine,” Spacedawg concluded. “This could be bigger than we thought.”

The team collected as much evidence as possible, ensuring the facility was safe before heading back to the Mandoleer’s Folly. Upon their return, Spacedawg contacted Celine on a secure channel.

“Celine, we’ve found something significant,” Spacedawg reported. “A hidden facility conducting illegal experiments. We’ve secured the site and gathered evidence.”

“Good work, Spacedawg,” Celine replied, her tone serious. “We’ll need to analyze the data and decide our next steps. This could have far-reaching implications.”