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—Encrypted Message #6T2HSL5389—
Captain Aries,
On behalf of Stipo University of Research and Innovation (SURI), I would like to formally thank you for accepting this off-the-record research excursion to the outer planet of Yarrow 2 (Quadrant V81).
As noted in the job description, this excursion is part of a new research project that has not yet been released to the public. The purpose of this excursion and the research being done WILL NOT be disclosed to you or those we are entrusting to your care. Anything pertaining to this voyage (e.g., dates of travel, involved personnel, etc.) is to be kept in STRICT CONFIDENCE. It is also CRITICAL that the travel to and the planeside stay on Yarrow 2 is done in a manner that is UNTRACEABLE by any third party. If we determine that any information about this voyage is discovered by a third party, all future payments associated with this voyage will be FORFEIT.
It is CRITICAL that you review the data provided with this email. It contains private mapping data of Yarrow 2 and additional information about the dangerous wildlife that inhabits the planet. Failure to review this data will ENDANGER you, your ship, and our research team. SURI will NOT provide any compensation for damage to your person or property that occurs during this excursion. Additionally, we trust that the generous upfront payment we have provided will cover any travel and supplies costs for this job.
You are to escort three researchers on this excursion: zoologist and pharmaceutical specialist, Dr. Day Creek; environmental forensics analyst and lead researcher, Dr. Jax Collins; and biologist and geologist, Dr. Juniper Tribu Ceniza. Dr. Collins will manage the research team and analyze the planet’s environment. Dr. Creek will provide insight into lifeforms on Yarrow 2. Dr. Ceniza will locate and collect sedimentary data. Transport the team and ensure that they can safely carry out their assignments with their provided input about wildlife presence and environmental safety. Dr. Collins will lead research operations, but you are in charge of safety protocol. Take ANY MEANS NECESSARY to safely transport THE DATA back to SURI.
The team will meet you at Spaceport Beta-09 at 8ST, Cycle 210. We appreciate your cooperation.
Wendell Poston, PhD
Associate Director of Field Research
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