RSS Ar0538

RSS Ar0538 Received Signal Source Archos Sector 0538.

A signal originating within the Infinitys Shore region of the Empty Stars.

Description (Specifications)

An anomalous signal originating from a system centered on a binary star system containing both a white main sequence star and a red main sequence star. The signal is infrequent, unmodulated, in the 300-450 MHz range.

History

RSS Ar0538 was detected by the University of Selasia Spinward Survey. It became public knowledge following publication of the "Stars of the Rim" Astrographic Survey in 5570AD. While the signal could be being transmitted by a currently unknown advanced sophont NIL, it is considered most likely to be the result of a natural phenomenon such as flare activity.

If the signal does originate from a sophont source, a number of different explanations regarding its meaning have been proposed:

1. It is an indicator of Vilani activity. Given Archos Sector's position relative to Terra and the Distant Fringe, the signal is not considered likely to have Vilani origins.
2. A Voyager Beacon, emplaced by the Slavers.
3. A gravestone or memorial. The final marker of a dead civilization.
4. The originators of the signal are very different to other sophonts, perhaps dangerously so.
5. Oblivious. The originators of the signal are unaware of the existence of other sophonts or simply don't care.
6. Internal Communications. The signal is not intended for outsiders.
7. Assist Us. A cry for help, though it is probably already too late.
8. Stay Away.
9. We're Coming.
10. Curious. The originators of the signal want to communicate.
11. A warning to others about a significant threat or danger.

Worlds & Sectors (Astrography)

This astrographic feature is primarily found in the following areas:
Uncharted Space - Empty Stars:

• Archos Sector
  • Unnamed Subsector

World Listing: 1105

The following systems and worlds are associated with this astrographic feature:

No world articles for RSS Ar0538

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• Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS
• Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology Maksim-Smelchak of the Ministry of Science