I Just Love Scanning For.....Dust Particles

Posted on 15 Jan 2024 @ 4:08pm by Lieutenant JG Lisald Vaat

Mission: Enigma Variations
Location: Science Bay 3
Timeline: Concurrent with Captain's Log

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Science Bay 3
USS Cygnus


Lieutenant Lisald, the Alien Archaeologist and Anthropologist aboard the Federations starship Cygnus, found himself immersed in the monotonous task of scanning sector seven-four-four-seven. As the ship navigated through the vast expanse of space, Lisald diligently monitored the readings on his console. The sensors picked up particles of dust, minuscule remnants of long-dead stars, floating in the void. These cosmic remnants, comprised of various base elements, told a silent tale of the universe's intricate history. While the data was scientifically intriguing, the repetitive nature of the task had begun to weigh on Lisald's normally inquisitive mind.

As he meticulously analyzed the composition of the dust particles, Lisald couldn't shake off the overwhelming sense of boredom that had settled in. The routine scans seemed trivial compared to the grandeur of space exploration he had envisioned during his academy days. In Science Bay 3, there weren't even any windows to look out to the expanse, instead having to rely directly and wholly on his instruments and readings, and his imagination. The humdrum of routine assignments left him yearning for more intellectually stimulating challenges. Because of his advanced knowledge in anthropology and archaeology, Lisald found himself longing for the thrill of discovery, a sentiment that felt conspicuously absent in the mundane task of scanning cosmic debris.

Nevertheless, Lieutenant Lisald maintained his professionalism, suppressing his inner disquiet as he continued to gather data for the ship's records. The seemingly endless repetition of scanning the sector for particles of dust didn't align with the adventurous spirit that drew him to Starfleet in the first place. Yet, amidst the boredom, Lisald couldn't help by wonder if this seemingly routine task might uncover unexpected phenomena or anomalies lurking in the uncharted reaches of this sector, providing a glimmer of excitement in an otherwise routine mission.


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Lieutenant (jg) Lisald Vaat
Alien Archaeologist/Anthropologist
USS Cygnus