RSS Ph2212

RSS Ph2212 Received Signal Source Phanic Sector 2212.

Description (Specifications)

An anomalous signal originating from a binary system centered on a yellow subgiant star. The signal is periodic, modulated, and in the 4-5 GHz range.

History

RSS Ph2212 was detected by the University of Tal Varisa Deep Sky Program. It became public knowledge following publication of the "Where The Stars End" Astrographic Survey in 5550AD. The signal may be being transmitted by a currently unknown advanced sophont NIL or it may simply be a natural phenomenon.

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 Phanic Sector's position relative to Terra and the Distant Fringe, it is considered unlikely that the signal has Vilani origins.
2. A Voyager Beacon, emplaced by the Slavers. This should be considered possible, as the Phanic Group is believed to be the current location of the Voyagers.
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:

• Phanic Sector
  • Unnamed Subsector

World Listing: 1105

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

No world articles for RSS Ph2212

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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