"Notify Mars and Vespera to send Battlecruisers. We might require their assistance," Robin instructed.
"Yes, Supreme Commander," Duke acknowledged.
"Sigret, have you already dispatched the drones?" Robin inquired.
"Yes, I sent them quite some time ago. Several drones managed to infiltrate their battleships, but we may not receive immediate communication from all of them," Sigret replied.
"That's alright. I need to understand the situation on this planet, especially since they possess a Dyson Sphere," Robin stated.
Everyone, including Robin, felt fatigued from watching the intense battle unfold. The war had enlightened them about the need for constant vigilance and tactical maneuvering. General Duke and his officers had managed the first round skillfully, as evidenced by the relatively low casualties despite a comparable display of firepower.
War took a toll on them emotionally, and Robin, although not experiencing emotions in the conventional sense, couldn't help but feel a sense of loss. He had given them life, and now he was witnessing the destruction of his own creations.
After leaving the bridge, Cathrin and the others decided to freshen up and rest.
"I'm going out," Robin informed Cathrin, who intended to take a shower and rest later. She had tears in her eyes as she witnessed the considerable loss of life in the war, but she remained steadfast in her support for the cause, knowing it was necessary for humanity's security.
"Where are you headed?"
"Just need some space," Robin evaded discussing his intentions.
"I understand. Don't go too far," Cathrin said, concerned.
"I'll be alright," Robin reassured her.
Robin walked out and soon found himself in the living room, where Sigret and Myrene were already waiting for him. The TARDIS was nearby, and they promptly entered it. Usually treated as a mobile home, Robin had never delved into its full potential. However, this time, he needed it to travel to a new location in space.
"Have you set the coordinates?" Robin inquired.
"Yes, we're all set," Sigret confirmed.
"Let's go," Robin said. With those words, the TARDIS disappeared from the living room. When it reappeared, they had traveled many light years away from the Zorian star system. The planet and star system they arrived at were renowned in their own right.
The Trappist-1 Star system lay merely 40 light years away from Earth, making it relatively close in astronomical terms. What made this star system renowned was the presence of three planets situated within its habitable zone - Trappist-1e, 1f, and 1g. Among them, Trappist-1e was particularly intriguing to astronomers as it was believed to possess the necessary conditions for life to thrive.
TARDIS materialized high in the atmosphere of Trappist-1e. Unperturbed, Robin opened the door and stepped out, greeted by an awe-inspiring sight. Below him stretched an expansive liquid ocean, shimmering under the warm glow of the dim, reddish star. The horizon seemed boundless, where the azure sky met the ocean's expanse, adorned with gently drifting clouds. The waves rolled in a peaceful rhythm, reflecting the golden hues of the distant sun. It was a scene of tranquil beauty, reminiscent of a flawless painting.
Surveying the surroundings, Robin noticed a striking resemblance between this ocean and the one on Earth. At first glance, there seemed to be no discernible difference.
"Follow me," Robin beckoned, taking flight in a random direction. Soon, he encountered a multitude of islands scattered across the vast ocean expanse. These islands were adorned with lush vegetation, their verdant shades standing out against the deep blue waters that surrounded them. However, Robin observed that the vegetation here was somewhat different, not as vibrant green as what he was accustomed to on Earth. Curious, he employed his Light powers to investigate any signs of life on the islands.
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His senses detected some bioluminescent phytoplankton and other simpler organisms, but he had yet to come across any complex multicellular life forms. After flying for around 30 minutes, he finally reached solid land. Similar to the previous islands, the plants here lacked the typical green color, and there were no signs of complex life.
Nevertheless, Robin remained undeterred, as he had a purpose for being here. He proceeded to bring out his laptop and opened a game that he had used before.
Starcraft 2.
But this time, it was a different version. The name was Legacy of the Void. He soon reached the part from which he needed help and without much thought brought out the thing that he needed most.
A probe.
A probe from the Protoss unit. A probe was a floating robotic drone, elegantly designed with sleek lines and infused with psionic energy that glows beneath its transparent exterior, emanating a soft, ethereal light. Created through the convergence of cutting-edge technology and the potent powers of the Protoss' Khala.
This is how the description of the Probe goes. A rather standard explanation, in essence, the Probe served as a means to construct or, in this instance, warp buildings to establish a base for the Protoss.
However, Robin didn't settle for just one Probe; he brought along several. This was possible because Probes were robotic in nature, unlike SCVs which required human operators. Once the Probes were assembled, they swarmed around Robin like devoted puppies returning to their mother.
Robin sensed a faint mental connection with them, a manifestation of their psionic powers. He gently petted the Probes, feeling their dependency and affection. Out of curiosity, he even bestowed a touch of Light powers upon them, but unfortunately, they couldn't absorb it; instead, they played with the Light ball he offered.
Despite being intended as workers for the base, here they were, merrily engaging with Robin. After a while, he gathered the Probes around him and began to speak.
"Could you build a Nexus station for me?" Robin inquired. The Nexus served as the Protoss' equivalent to a Command Center, and it held paramount importance as everything would initiate from there. The Probes nodded in response, opting for a peculiar method of communication through mental images rather than verbal speech—a unique aspect of these Probes' interactions.
Through these images, Robin easily grasped their request. They required resources to construct the Nexus. "Certainly, I will provide the necessary resources," Robin affirmed. He proceeded to summon vespene gas boxes, specially crafted by the Probes, which were transparent containers holding the valuable gas. Additionally, he gathered minerals essential for the Nexus construction. Over the next 30 minutes, Robin tirelessly brought forth vespene gas to fulfill their needs.
Once they amassed sufficient vespene gas and minerals from the game, one of the Probes began the process of warping a Nexus. It differed from the Terran's SCV method of building structures. Instead, it was akin to relocating a building from one dimension to another. Selecting an empty spot, the Probe utilized the provided resources to initiate the transfer. A spherical black hole surrounded by radiant light materialized above the ground, and within a minute, a colossal structure stood proudly before Robin.
Standing tall and majestic, the Nexus appeared as a gleaming crystalline structure, constructed from an otherworldly material that seems to refract light in mesmerizing patterns. Its overall shape was that of a grand, multi-faceted pyramid, with several tiers and layers that cascaded downwards, culminating in a brilliant central spire that reaches skyward. The spire, adorned with intricate carvings and glyphs.
Around the Nexus, graceful and ornate archways rose from the ground, leading to openings and platforms that served as docking bays for the Protoss' formidable airships and other transportation vessels. These docking areas were designed with a balance of beauty and functionality, incorporating intricate patterns of Protoss symbols and designs.
This was an elegant building. Robin was marveling the Nexus when on the huge side doors opened and a tall and imposing figure came out slowly. His frame is lean, but every muscle is honed to perfection. His skin was a deep, rich shade of blue, a unique trait of his Protoss lineage. Across his body, intricate luminescent patterns and tattoos adorned his skin.
The man's most striking feature was the head crest, the flowing mane of energy that crowned his head like a majestic headdress. He slowly walked towards Robin and bent his knee.
"Artanis, at your service," he declared in a resonant, deep voice.
"Artanis, you shall henceforth be the General of the Protoss forces and assume the responsibility of establishing a base here. This planet is now under your jurisdiction, and you may utilize it as you see fit," Robin stated.
"Thank you, Your Highness, for bestowing upon us this enchanting world," Artanis expressed his gratitude.
"You are deserving of it. The entire star system is at your disposal, and you may gather vespene gas materials from the neighboring stars. Also, there's no need for formalities; you may address me as Supreme Commander, as the others do," Robin replied.
"As you wish, Supreme Commander," Artanis acknowledged. He then instructed the Probes to begin constructing a base using the available resources they had. While Robin decided to bring forth the other things that was important to him.