June 04, 3307 - Commander Aliyn Flynn

I've finally arrived in the Lagoon Sector. This has been the longest journey I've commenced to date, and I am taking some time to recoup at Amundsen Terminal. They've been more than hospitable, and while I enjoy the long dark of space, seeing some friendly faces has proven to be a comfort. Much to my surprise, when I presented my data to Universal Cartographics, I have discovered multiple new systems, including a massive water-world within one. I've attached the images I obtained during discovery.

The whispers of deep space are unlike anything I've encountered before, and not only does it spur my mission forward, it reminds me how important it is to touch base with humanity at times.

I'm due back in the bubble soon to rendezvous with my brother, my son, and my father. We are loading up some carriers to bring wine to the people of Rackham's Peak, an Outpost in the HIP 58832 system. The yield should be profitable, and I am excited to see my brother again after such a long time out.

It's over 5000 light years above the galactic plane, a sight I have never seen.

June 03, 3307 - Commander Aliyn Flynn

I am currently stationed at the Gorgon Research Facility. It's a bit of a strange name for a station, in my opinion. Reminds me of the old Earth books I used to read. Their view of this time was a lot different, to be honest. Many thought we'd be further than we are now, and some of the ideas are so outlandish compared to what we have currently.

This has been a relatively quiet journey so far. NGC 7822 is a beautiful nebula, full of pinks, reds, and the darkest ebony, like a comforting warm blanket on a dark night. Levi is doing so well, and I have need for nothing on this journey.

My next destination is the Sadr Region Sector. I will update then.

May 31, 3307 — Commander Aliyn Flynn

I got myself into some real trouble today. I should have done my research.

I left Levi with a hull percentage of 23% while trying to land on the rocky planet BD-12 1172 13 in the Spirograph Nebula. I wasn't prepared for such a vicious pull when coming toward the surface, ended up with a bounce and scrape that tore through my shields and sliced into her hull. I was able to land her eventually, and while I like to say the view was worth it—I left humbled by the fact that space is a dangerous place, especially when you are out here on your own.

Note to self: Check the gravity of the planet before descending.

Here are some images of my trip—including the planet that was nearly my final resting place. This place is like nothing I've ever experienced before—awe and wonder at all the miraculous things hidden out here in the black.

May 23, 3307 — Commander Aliyn Flynn

After months of working on her, I've taken the Leviathan into the black for the first time. She handles well—big enough to take everything I need in case I run into trouble, but still limber enough that she handles well in super cruise.

Levi isn't the first one going into the black for the first time. I've never been out this far before, and I have to admit it's surreal. I'm out near the Witch Head Nebula, and I should be docking at the science center in the morning. Levi and I have seen some amazing things so far—including Rigel, with his vicious solar flare that scared the crap out of me. It was so bright.

The journey out here wasn't that easy. A good portion of sectors out here are blocked off and restricted. I had to turn back and plot up around Col 70 just to get to Witch Head. It makes me anxious as to why so much empty space has been restricted out here.

What is going on?

Ugh, I have to stop thinking about it. It makes me nervous, and the quiet out here certainly doesn't help. It's a heavy loneliness, a massive feeling of insignificance in the face of such large and intimidating giants. The sky is as dark as pitch in some places out here, the nebulous gas so thick and opaque it blocks out the stars.

I miss the bubble, and then I don't.