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than light capabilities unknown. Detected a powerful energy radiation<br />
originating from the center of the ship. Suspected to be a hypermatter<br />
reactor,” the droid concluded.<br />
“That is one powerful ship,” said Sarah.<br />
“I think our shield could withstand those hits though,” said<br />
Brian.<br />
“People, we have a cloaking device. This ship does not pose<br />
sufficient threats to us,” said Marilyn.<br />
The ship stayed on course for a several minutes, when<br />
an announcement came through. “Defender, you are cleared to<br />
proceed. Enter the colony at the shield gate and cruise down to<br />
the surface. There will be navigational guidance to the landing<br />
platform.”<br />
“Affirmative, Negotiator.”<br />
“Mute mic. Computer, orbital scan, basic information,” said<br />
Marilyn.<br />
“Roger, Roger.”<br />
“The scan results are as follows. The circular structure is<br />
everything. It provides protection, atmosphere, magnetosphere, and<br />
other essentials. The structure is composed of twelve beams made<br />
of an unidentified material, which is stronger than diamond. The<br />
beams themselves are protected by a thermal shield. The area<br />
between the beams is protected by a ray shield, capable of<br />
withstanding bombardment for a reasonable amount of time. The<br />
entire colony is solely powered by a single gigantic hypermatter<br />
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