Voyage Log:
Year 192.
Another solitary journey. Whenever I think about this number, I feel a sense of unease.
192 years—a lifetime for a human.
On Earth, I always felt pressured to move forward. Elementary school, middle school, university, the workforce: it felt like an invisible hand pushing me.
But now, centuries and millennia are but a blink. The vastness of space slows everything down.
This year, my fleet finally reached its destination: Tau Ceti. I will lead my forces in a decisive conquest of this system.
...
At some point, Luna developed the habit of keeping a journal. It was a way to combat the loneliness. She had lived for far too long.
Luna glanced at the clock beside her bed, identical to the one on the Hope; it only displayed the year. The year was 7260 A.D.
5223 years since leaving Earth.
She closed her journal and placed her pen in a ceramic holder. A holographic projection of the Tau Ceti system appeared, based on recent scans.
Tau Ceti had only 78% of the Sun's mass and was 45% less luminous. It was a relatively young star, approximately 580 million years old. The system contained five rocky planets. Even the smallest was twice the mass of Earth. Planets b, c, and d (a being the star itself) were unsuitable for life due to their proximity to the star.
Compared to the Solar System, these planets were located within the inner region—too close, even considering Tau Ceti's smaller size. The system was also filled with numerous smaller objects: Asteroids.
Tau Ceti possessed a Kuiper Belt-like asteroid belt, ten times larger than the Solar System's, located at the edge of the habitable zone. This meant the planets would be subjected to frequent asteroid impacts.
Luna wasn't looking at the overall system but zooming in on Tau Ceti e. This planet, the most likely candidate to harbor life, possessed an unremarkable ring system, its surface a yellowish-green, resembling an autumnal Earth.
"Ayla, is the war over there?"
Luna hoped Tau Ceti would be relatively peaceful, making it easier to manage.
"It's largely concluded. The Purple Thorns were victorious. The civilization on that planet was too primitive; they were conquered before developing advanced technology."
"Their resistance consisted of stealing Purple Thorn ships for attacks; they were constantly outmatched."
This civilization was only a Type 0.4 or 0.5 civilization, gradually brought up to Type 1. But the gap between them and the Purple Thorns remained vast.
"What's our assessment of the Purple Thorns' current strength?"
The reconnaissance vessel had lost contact. Ayla had sent several more vessels, openly approaching, without attempting concealment.
"Based on our observations, this area lacks the Purple Thorns' most advanced warships. They're deploying older models. These warships are comparable to ours in technology. Despite the prolonged war, they haven't been able to produce new warships. Their current fleet numbers only 67 ships."
This wasn't unexpected. The remaining forces weren't the core of the nomadic civilization, likely mid-level personnel. These individuals wouldn't have access to the most advanced technology; providing them with such knowledge risked their independent development. After all, even in advanced civilizations, internal cohesion isn't absolute.
Luna considered this.
"Swift victory. Our energy reserves are limited, while the enemy can draw upon the star's energy."
This was their current disadvantage. But it wasn't significant. The enemy's fleet size didn't allow for the complete conversion of its energy resources into military power. Overall, the Purple Thorns were at a disadvantage.
Luna wouldn't repeat her earlier arrogance. She and the Celestial Palace wouldn't directly approach Tau Ceti. Thirty warships would remain in orbit to counter any ambushes. The remaining fleet would attack Tau Ceti e.
"Enemy planetary defense network activated. They know we're coming."
Ayla constantly monitored the system. The Purple Thorns' decision to defend suggested they had a strong position. The entire Tau Ceti system was heavily developed, with a comprehensive defense network and numerous space stations.
While these stations weren't large (a few hundred meters in diameter), their sheer number presented a challenge. Each of these stations possessed independent weapon systems, capable of harassing attackers and, when combined, forming a rudimentary barrier.
But these barriers posed no significant obstacle to Luna's forces. A massive volley of Neutrino weapons swiftly overwhelmed the planetary defenses, destroying 10,783 stations within seven years.
"Enemy warships are retreating to Tau Ceti f."
This planet was the Purple Thorn's base. Overwhelmed, they chose not to engage Luna's fleet directly but to retreat and defend from within the planet. They had deployed numerous Electromagnetic cannons in orbit, along with their remaining warships, creating a formidable defense.
But this news reassured Luna.
"The enemy commander lacks experience in interstellar warfare. While they have strong planetary defenses, space offers far more maneuvering room."
"Their best strategy would have been to retreat at the outset, turning a defensive position into an offensive one. But they were unwilling to abandon this territory. Our superior numbers forced them to retreat, creating the current stalemate."
"We don't even need to engage directly. We can simply use asteroids to deplete their energy reserves."
Luna's main concerns were:
1. Enemy escape.
2. The enemy triggering a Supernova, potentially forcing Luna to halt her advance.
But neither scenario was likely.
The moment the Purple Thorns retreated to Tau Ceti f, Luna could declare victory.
The entire conflict had lasted only 18 years, proving far easier than she'd anticipated. The fleets hadn't even engaged in direct combat.
Now, Luna could focus on securing Tau Ceti e.
Upon arriving at Tau Ceti e, Luna first dispatched Kate soldiers to initiate negotiations.
This civilization, calling themselves the Lelera, resembled insects rather than mammals. Their bodies were encased in exoskeletons, their movements slow, except for their manipulators.
They could be described as a cross between a spider and a mantis, but their abdomens were more slender and their limbs more robust. They lacked mandibles, possessing instead eight legs and six arms, each joint having six degrees of freedom.
Each limb ended in seven fingertips, each with 1518 joints, allowing for dexterity comparable to human hands. They were relatively short, standing about 1.1 meters tall.
Surprisingly, they possessed membranous wings—not insect wings but fleshy ones that formed thin membranes when extended. However, their considerable weight prevented flight; they could only glide.
Like Earth insects, they reproduced through oviparity. Each family could produce 10 to 15 offspring per brood, averaging 35 broods. Their current population was 36.2 billion, a number seemingly controlled by the Purple Thorns; at their peak, their population had exceeded 51.6 billion.
Facing such a weak civilization, Luna acted swiftly and decisively.
First, they clarified their identity: not conquerors, but liberators, the force that had defeated the Purple Thorns.
Second, they demanded the Lelera join the Galactic Federation. This wasn't optional; it was mandatory. Refusal would mean the system held no value. They would withdraw, leaving the Lelera under Purple Thorn control.
Third, they offered aid to the Lelera's lower classes, creating a pro-Federation faction and pressuring the leadership to choose between cooperation and resistance. Any resistance would be met with swift and decisive retribution.
Luna implemented a policy of both reward and punishment, neither overly lenient nor excessively harsh.
This was to minimize internal conflict, avoiding a situation like the Multi-eyed planet, where a significant portion of the population was lost. This population was, in effect, Luna's asset.
This process took approximately six years before the Lelera stabilized and accepted the Federation.
Based on the remaining Purple Thorn technology, Ayla began researching their advancements.
Since the warships had been destroyed in the supernova and subsequently consumed by the star's gravity, Luna and Ayla could only rely on speculation and extrapolation.
With these remnants, Ayla could analyze and, combined with her own advancements, extrapolate the Purple Thorn's technological weaknesses.
The Purple Thorns were incredibly advanced. Their mastery of the four fundamental forces surpassed Ayla's, providing her with considerable insights.
Having initially been a nascent Type 2 civilization, Ayla had now reached the mid-Type 2 level, mastering the technology behind the barrier.
The barrier was a sophisticated electromagnetic disruption device.
If electromagnetism is a block of iron, a lower-level civilization might use it to create swords; a higher-level civilization would use it to create guns. The power difference is immense.
The barrier represented a technological leap.
In its closed state, it utilized electromagnetism and the strong nuclear force to block nuclear energy.
In its open state, to prevent the strong force from affecting entering and exiting ships, the strong force was deactivated, utilizing only electromagnetism.
To remain hidden, the barrier also manipulated gravity, bending light to create gravitational lensing effects.
The barrier could theoretically incorporate the weak force, but the weak force operates at a subatomic level. Its energy output is insignificant compared to electromagnetism and the strong force, rendering it unsuitable as a primary weapon.
Even Purple Thorn, while researching the weak force, have only used it for specialized attacks, such as the neutrino-scale organisms.
Furthermore, energy consumption wasn't directly proportional to the force's strength, which is why the Purple Thorns hadn't focused on the weak force.
This further research overturned many of Ayla's earlier assumptions, for example, the depth of the Purple Thorn's understanding of the weak force.
It turned out to be a matter of technological disparity affecting the analysis. The Purple Thorns' true strength lay in their comprehensive understanding of all four fundamental forces.
Incorrect assumptions weren't uncommon in science; progress involves constantly refining and overturning previous theories.
After studying the barrier, Ayla was confident in her ability to disrupt it from the inside.
This paved the way for Luna's plan to eliminate the remaining Purple Thorn forces on Tau Ceti f.
They couldn't leave them there. They might have already contacted other Purple Thorn forces; in a few centuries, reinforcements might arrive, creating significant problems.
In the 41st year after arriving at Tau Ceti, after confirming the absence of any further Purple Thorn reinforcements, Luna ordered an attack on Tau Ceti f.
The earlier asteroid impacts had significantly depleted the Purple Thorns' energy reserves.
This attack lasted only four years. At a cost of seven warships, they destroyed the orbital defenses around Tau Ceti f. The fleet completely surrounded the planet. If Luna hadn't wanted to preserve Tau Ceti f, she could have simply fired a single shot from the main cannon.
"Surrender?"
"They want to negotiate?"
Two years into the assault, Ayla intercepted a surrender message.
Luna considered this.
"They have no right to negotiate."
"Continue the bombardment. We need to completely neutralize their ability to resist."
The attack on the Purple Thorns wasn't just about eliminating them. The prolonged conflict allowed the Kate and Multi-eyed to vent their centuries-old rage.
It also ensured the Lelera's loyalty.
The remaining Purple Thorn forces on Tau Ceti f held out for another year before finally realizing their predicament.
Ayla received a blueprint.
It was a map of the Purple Thorn's territory, marking resource locations and coordinate anchor positions.
In space, a star chart is just as important as a planetary map!
This allowed Luna to expand her exploration and gradually assert control over these areas.
The map showed 26 star systems and six civilizations.
...
"First, dispatch robots to negotiate."
"Inform them that we accept their surrender, but they must disarm completely."
Luna sat with her fingers intertwined, her thumbs pressing firmly against her temples.
Ayla nodded and turned her gaze toward Tau Ceti f.
The remaining Purple Thorn population on Tau Ceti f was approximately 22 million; over 40 million had perished since the beginning of the conflict.
On an interstellar scale, this wasn't a particularly large war.
For instance, the earlier slaughter at Proxima Centauri had resulted in nearly 20 billion casualties.
"They've agreed."
Ayla quickly deployed units to seize all weapons, including the Warships.
From the very start of the war, those 67 Warships had never been engaged.
This reminded Luna of certain historical dynasties—imposing at home but pathetic against external threats.
It was understandable; 97% of their military strength had already been wiped out, leaving only scattered remnants.
The disarmament process took two months.
Luna ordered Ayla to transport the Purple Thorns to Tau Ceti e.
On Tau Ceti e, the Lelera, Kate, Multi-eyed, and the few surviving humans glared at the Purple Thorns with pure hatred.
The Purple Thorns had inflicted lasting scars on these Civilizations, wounds that could never fully heal.
"Are we really going to live alongside them?"
This was the question haunting everyone's mind.
"Most likely. The Galactic Federation is a tolerant organization."
"Our culture comes from a human Civilization, where there is a saying: 'The sea embraces all rivers; tolerance is greatness.'"
"..."
The Purple Thorns, their connection to the Sphere severed, crawled on the ground. Their infrared sensors were shut down in shame and humiliation as they faced the myriad gazes upon them.
Aboard the Celestial Palace.
Ayla asked, "Are you sure about this?"
Luna nodded.
"Yes."
"A once-powerful Civilization won't willingly submit. Their blood cries out for rebellion."
"And their hatred toward those who have wronged them runs deep. We must act decisively to ensure their complete integration into the Federation."
Luna planned to execute all 22 million surrendered Purple Thorns.
This wasn't an easy decision.
Each Civilization was a valuable asset to the Federation.
But the Purple Thorns' unique traits forced Luna's hand. Sacrifice was necessary. The six Civilizations on their map were far more important.
On the screen, the 22 million Purple Thorns were gathered in a massive open space.
A robot, levitating via Anti-gravity, stood above the crowd. It was approximately 5 meters tall and clad in judicial robes.
This was a trial.
Text appeared before the machine, and it began reading the indictments in several languages—the Purple Thorns' crimes, each one infuriating.
Some intelligent Purple Thorns sensed the end and tried to flee, but they were surrounded by robots.
Without weapons, their weak bodies were no match for the multi-ton machines. Their escape was futile.
Once the indictments were read, the robot raised its right hand.
"Today, I, on behalf of the Galactic Federation, and as its supreme leader, pronounce judgment on the Purple ThornCivilization."
"The judgment: The Purple ThornCivilization is guilty of heinous crimes and is unfit for the Federation."
"I hereby order the execution of all Purple Thorn beings..."
"Execution!"
Its hand fell.
BOOM!!!
A massive laser beam, over 10 kilometers in diameter, descended from space like divine judgment.
Twenty-two million Purple Thorns were instantly incinerated, vaporized into nothingness.
Shock!
The observing beings were astonished by this outcome.
Then, cheers erupted.
This was the ending they had secretly desired.
The robot then addressed all the Civilizations. "The Galactic Federation hereby issues a universal bounty on all remaining Purple Thorn beings."
"For each slain Purple Thorn, the killer will receive one Federation Energy Credit as a reward."
Federation Energy Credits.
This was Luna's idea.
Luna had already established a system of Civilization contribution points for trade. But this wasn't suitable for individual transactions.
To create a unified currency and control the Federation's economy, Luna had Ayla develop the Federation Energy Credit.
Each credit was a small disc, 4 centimeters in diameter and 0.5 centimeters thick, composed of Ayla's newly developed material. Removing a single electron would make it unstable, causing nuclear decay and releasing 1 trillion joules of energy.
These credits, representing both energy and the Federation's authority, would become the standard currency.
Why create a fuel-based currency?
To maintain its value and prevent devaluation.
A unified interstellar currency is difficult to establish; gaining acceptance across numerous star systems is a massive challenge.
The launch of the Federation Energy Credit was timed to coincide with the Lelera's integration; this would facilitate circulation and increase acceptance, especially given the bounty.
"Distributing this currency requires an infrastructure."
Luna and Ayla had developed a comprehensive industrial plan.
This industrial network would support the construction of new Warships.
This wasn't merely to conquer the Purple Thorn's remaining territories.
Luna also planned to revive the Interstellar Explorers Guild, with a clear objective: discovering more Civilizations.
Type 1 Civilizations would be conquered through force; negotiations would be attempted with Type 1 and above Civilizations, followed by conquest if necessary. Type 2 Civilizations would be avoided unless absolutely necessary, then engaged militarily.
There were no Type 3 Civilizations in the Milky Way, a conclusion reached by both Luna and Ayla. If a Type 3 Civilization existed, the entire galaxy would be under its control.
There was no evidence of this.
Therefore, upon reaching Type 2, Luna, controlling the Galactic Federation, would become a dominant force. She needed to exploit the galaxy's resources before a Type 3 Civilization emerged. They might even become the Milky Way's first Type 3 Civilization.
Luna envisioned using Tau Ceti as the foundation for a true Galactic Federation.
Following the annihilation of the Purple Thorns, she drafted a new directive for the system.
"Tau Ceti is a remarkably stable single-star system, a rarity in a universe dominated by binary pairs like Alpha Centauri."
"Ayla, what are your thoughts on establishing the capital of the Galactic Federation here?"
Luna had weighed this decision carefully.
The Purple Thorns were spread across a vast expanse, and their territory was already thoroughly mapped. Furthermore, the system sat a mere dozen light-years from the Solar System. On a clear night, one could still glimpse the Sun.
Most importantly, the system held five large, rocky planets ripe for colonization.
"I concur, Luna."
"The coordinates are ideal, but we must address the local scarcity of metals."
"While I can synthesize matter using string manipulation, the energy requirements are staggering. Harvesting enough metal to construct something like the Celestial Palace would take over a century."
"Building a galactic capital demands an astronomical volume of ore: millions of times more than a single warship."
This was a massive logistical hurdle.
However, Luna knew compromises were inevitable. She could not lead the fleet on another grueling interstellar trek; the costs in time and resources were simply too high.
"Then let the Explorers do the harvesting."
"Increase our investment in the Interstellar Explorers Guild. Expand the manifest of items they can trade for: offer them actual warships and high-tier weaponry."
Previously, Luna had only provided Explorers with light craft; a vessel of two hundred meters was considered a titan. Now, having ascended to Type 2, she feared no petty rebellions. She could easily distribute 500 to 1000-meter class warships to Type 1 civilizations.
These vessels would turn the Explorers into a formidable force.
"Understood."
"So, Luna, how do you intend to develop Tau Ceti?"
Ayla certainly had her own simulations running, yet she still sought Luna's specific vision.
Luna had several core objectives.
"To harness the system's full potential, we must first tame the star: restart the Dyson Swarm project."
"Defense is paramount. Relaunch Project Celestial Shield, but this time, integrate the Purple Thorn's barrier technology to create a truly impenetrable shell."
The previous iteration of the Celestial Shield had been useless against the Purple Thorns.
"The quantum coordinate anchor technology is vital. Deploy them in a 1.5 light-year radius to serve as an early warning perimeter."
"Most importantly, strip the system bare. Exploit every asteroid within Tau Ceti; leave nothing to chance. Eliminate every potential kinetic threat."
The impact of an asteroid is cataclysmic: a single strike can release energy equal to hundreds of trillions of tons of TNT. Larger, high-velocity rocks could easily hit the quadrillions.
"The Cosmic Lifeform project can also begin. We've waited long enough."
Luna's research on the three Cosmic Lifeforms had been stalled, but restarting the labs would be simple. These organisms would require heavy modification. The blue algae, for instance, would be genetically re-engineered for hyper-efficient photosynthesis.
Since Tau Ceti lacked gas giants, they would need alternative methods to manufacture atmospheres.
"Finally, the planets themselves."
"Only Tau Ceti e sits in the habitable zone, but we can move the other four. With the right adjustments, shifting their orbits should be relatively straightforward."
For a Type 1 civilization, this would be an impossible miracle.
It required not just moving planetary masses, but ensuring stable orbits and perfect rotational speeds. Any error could create another Multi-eyed Planet or a second Earth. It was a monumental undertaking that demanded meticulous planning.
"Estimated completion: 500 years."
Ayla's projection was, as always, surgical.
Moving a planet is not like piloting a scout ship; velocities of 10,000 km/s are physically impossible for such masses. Thus, the orbital migration would be a slow, patient crawl.
This reminded Luna of the Multi-eyed Planet, still drifting in the void, its eventual arrival at Tau Ceti remains an uncertainty.
"Once the planets are locked into the habitable zone, we can solve the Lelera's population crisis."
"You must also accelerate the promotion of the Interstellar Explorers Guild. I want at least 1 billion Lelera signed on as Explorers."
These were the broad strokes. Ayla would manage the fine-tuning.
Ayla then projected a holographic model of the finished Tau Ceti system.
A brilliant star sat at the center, encased by millions of Dyson Swarm units. These structures left five wide apertures aligned with the planets' orbits.
Deep space was populated by millions of satellites. Unlike Earth's ancient debris, these were low-energy, non-offensive spheres focused entirely on signal relay, ensuring perfect communication across the system.
Ayla also mapped out 700 spaceports at the edge of the habitable zone. Each port measured 30 kilometers in diameter. To save resources, they were designed as flat discs: cities built on the inner face, and comb-like structures on the outer face.
These "combs" were actually thousands of electromagnetic acceleration tracks. Ships launching from these rails could gain a 16-25% velocity boost, specifically designed for deep-space missions.
Further out were the Space Stations, acting as the first line of defense. These massive fortresses, over 10,000 meters wide, could function as long-range warships.
They also served a critical purpose: deploying massive planetary barriers.
Because the planets were clustered within the habitable zone, the defense was highly concentrated, with the furthest station sitting at only 6 AU.
Beyond these bastions, even greater projects were already in motion.
For example, a 40-kilometer-diameter telescope allowed Ayla to search for other habitable star systems and observe past interstellar conflicts.
This "eye" was critical.
However, Luna was more interested in developing the planets themselves.
This would, however, take a considerable amount of time.
So much time, in fact, that she planned to enter hibernation and wait for that day.
This hibernation period would last 700 years.
During this time, Ayla wouldn't focus on building the capital but on mass-producing warships.
Their priorities were eliminating the remaining Purple Thorns, assimilating civilizations, and acquiring resources.
Without these, building a capital would be pointless.
In Luna's 79th year of hibernation, Ayla began clearing the star system's asteroid belt, deploying mining robots.
Unlike the 3D-printed robots used in the Solar System, these were 30-meter-tall spherical robots with two massive manipulator arms.
These robots could pulverize large asteroids and transport smaller ones to factories for processing.
Metals and rocks were separated and sent to different processing centers, refined into 99% pure elemental blocks.
Nothing was wasted; all elements were utilized in construction.
This clearing and refinement process took 316 years.
Concurrently, planetary thrusters were installed on planets other than Tau Ceti e. This was relatively quick, as these planets didn't require as many thrusters as the Multi-eyed planet, only about 20 each.
The maximum planetary speed would be only slightly above escape velocity, with a maximum travel distance of 3 AU.
Fine-tuning the planets' orbits took another 38 years.
The planets' orbits were adjusted to avoid interference; their rotational speeds were largely consistent, requiring adjustments only once every century.
These five planets were renamed: Solara I, Solara II, Solara III, Solara IV, Solara V.
Solara I (formerly e) had only 10% liquid water on its surface, with a single, large continent. 62% was highland, 17% high mountains, leaving only 21% plains and lowlands.
The Lelera primarily settled on the highlands, above 8000 meters above sea level, as they breathed hydrogen, which comprised 36% of Solara I's atmosphere.
Since Solara I lacked flammable gases, there was no risk of hydrogen combustion.
However, hydrogen combustion could occur in the oceans, hence the name "Blue Fire Sea".
Solara II (formerly b), twice the mass of Earth, had lost its atmosphere, its surface scorched.
Ayla transformed it into a water world. Water from nearby asteroids created a 200-meter-deep ocean covering 87.2% of the planet's surface.
This planet wasn't intended for habitation but for farming.
It would become a massive farm, raising marine and terrestrial life to provide food for the Federation.
While this was the surface plan, its true purpose was to serve as Luna's hunting ground.
A large estate and villa complex, Luna's residence, was built on Solara II's largest continent; she could hunt in the forests or fish in the ocean.
As the supreme leader of the Galactic Federation, she deserved some luxuries; she couldn't spend her life hibernating in a cramped pod.
Solara III (formerly c), 3.62 times the mass of Earth, was designated as a primary habitat for the Federation. It lacked oceans; the entire surface was urbanized.
Each city was donut-shaped.
The outer ring was the residential area; the inner ring was a lush park with 50% water features and 50% vegetation.
Automated vehicles traversed the city, stopping at stations in the East District, West District, and central park.
The central park station connected to a massive structure, a space elevator.
These elevators reached a disc-shaped space station that served as a docking point for spacecraft and featured a 400-meter-long maglev train.
Within the star system, beyond the spaceports, only military vessels were permitted to use ships larger than 70 meters, and no civilian ships were allowed to carry weapons.
Within the planetary system, no ship could exceed 30 meters in length.
Solara III featured 78 such megacities, each capable of housing 40–60 million inhabitants.
Each city also had an independent atmospheric control system catering to different species. Cities with mixed atmospheres offered breathable air for purchase; robots would then deliver the air to the customer.
This air wasn't delivered via masks or helmets but was contained around the individual using electromagnetic fields.
All cities featured large, gravity-defying entertainment parks located above the city, with dedicated access routes.
To prevent the areas outside the cities from seeming monotonous, large-scale holographic projections were used. A weekly "siege battle" was simulated, allowing players to participate in defense missions, earning discounts at various shops within the city.
Solara IV (formerly d), 4.1 times the mass of Earth, was designated for administration and commerce. 72% of its surface was covered in massive data processing centers and service facilities.
The headquarters of major corporations and the Federation's central government were located here. Over 30% of the Federation's population worked on Solara IV.
The remaining 28% of the planet was dedicated to residential and recreational areas.
Even if not residing on Solara IV.
Thanks to the high-speed space trains, travel time between planets was only two hours.
Solara V (formerly f), the largest planet, was designated as a primary human habitat. Ayla focused most of her efforts here, replicating Earth's atmosphere. Using Earth's genetic material as a base, she created numerous Earth species.
These creatures resembled their Earth counterparts but possessed slightly different appearances; their genetic structures were identical.
More impressively, Ayla recreated dinosaurs, Earth's dominant species for a significant period.
While not perfect replicas, they could be considered true dinosaurs.
For future genetic research, Ayla also introduced legendary creatures from Earth's mythology: Eastern dragons, Qilin, Xuanwu, phoenixes and Western dragons, behemoths, unicorns, griffins, etc.
These creatures, however, lacked any mythical abilities.
Solara V would be primarily inhabited by humans. After 500 years, the human population on Tau Ceti would reach 810,000, entering a period of rapid expansion and, eventually, recovery.
Most industrial facilities were located in space due to logistical challenges.
Under Ayla's meticulous planning, Tau Ceti was transforming.
The newly constructed warships had already departed; the first fleet had already reached its destination and transmitted a report.