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[[File:Bright Sentinel in Merope.png|thumb|right|300px|The Bright Sentinel, a megaship used to deploy one of Salvation's anti-xeno superweapons]]

The '''anti-xeno superweapon''' is an unnamed device employed by [[Salvation]] to eradicate and repulse [[Thargoid]]s from an entire [[star system]]. A prototype was first tested in the Cornsar system on September 20, 3307, and three more were successfully fired in the [[Delphi]], [[Maia]], and [[Merope]] systems on December 14, 3307. The superweapons are assembled from large quantities of [[Classified Experimental Equipment]] aboard [[Wells-class Carrier]]s operated by [[Taurus Mining Ventures]] before being fired, at which point they lethally disrupt any Thargoid vessels, such as [[Thargoid Interceptor]]s, within range and cause the bulk of any survivors to flee.

According to an analysis of Classified Experimental Equipment performed by the [[Engineers|Engineer]] and [[Guardian]] expert [[Ram Tah]], the anti-xeno superweapon's components are based on Guardian devices found at the site of the [[Proteus]] in Trapezium Sector YU-X c1-2, and the superweapons themselves appear to be an up-scaled version of a Guardian weapon design. The superweapons function by emitting a system-wide electromagnetic pulse at a specific frequency that interferes with the bio-mechanics of Thargoid vessels. These superweapons have the drawback of provoking the Thargoids into a frenzy due to the presence of Guardian technology, however, and Thargoid fleets will invade systems where a superweapon is being assembled in overwhelming numbers.

===Proteus Wave===

In 3308, Salvation ordered the construction of an improved Anti-xeno superweapon - the ''Proteus Wave'' - in [[HIP 22460]], with the intention of eradicating the threat of the Thargoids once and for all. Unlike prior examples, the Proteus Wave weapon was built on top of an existing Thargoid site with the intent of using the Thargoid site as an amplifier for the wave to increase its reach, possibly to the point of covering multiple systems. After weeks of supplying resources to the site whilst fending off frenzied Thargoids, the weapon was fired on the 9th of August 3308.

Whilst the weapon initially seemed successful in shutting down Thargoid vessels throughout the system upon activation, the site it was built upon released a 'counter wave' 42 seconds after the first, which 'reactivated' all of the incapacitated vessels and disabled all human ships in the system, making them easy prey. Aside from suggesting that the Thargoids have partially adapted and developed the ability to subvert Guardian technology (''cf.'' [[Unclassified Relic]]), possibly as a result of the prior superweapon incidents, the full ramifications of the weapon's use - beyond the initial loss of life and materiel - remain to be seen, though the Thargoids have seized control of the system and appear to be consolidating their forces there.

== Timeline ==

12 AUG 3308

*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT* The Alliance, Empire and Federation have confirmed that the remains of their anti-xeno taskforces have fully retreated from the HIP 22460 system. Fleet Admiral Tayo Maikori declared: ''“The Thargoids are now heavily entrenched in HIP 22460. Federal search and rescue teams are attempting to locate survivors, but our window of opportunity is closing as the enemy forces increase in number.”'' A similar statement came from Senator Denton Patreus, who admitted ''“The aliens have successfully established a stronghold within human-occupied space.”'' The Imperial Navy has been instructed to prioritise evacuating its own ships and crew. The Alliance Assembly and the Council of Admirals have been engaged in emergency discussions with representatives from Sirius Corporation. Early indications suggest a restructuring of anti-xeno operations is underway. Across the core systems, public fears of a mass Thargoid invasion are running high. Planetary security forces are on alert, with every spacegoing military preparing for the possibility of fighting Thargoid vessels. Many public figures have expressed their concerns, including Aegis’s former head of research Professor Alba Tesreau: ''“I am utterly horrified by events in HIP 22460. Many of us feared that Azimuth’s experiments would lead to catastrophe, but the widespread loss of life is still a sickening shock. Salvation critically underestimated the Thargoids’ ability to adapt, a failure rooted in his perception of them as purely reactive creatures. This tragedy is worsened by the fractured responses of the superpowers, which are reluctant to continue sharing information with external organisations. Without a dedicated research effort, we cannot analyse the Thargoid technology used in HIP 22460 or formulate a suitable defence.”''<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/galnet/fleets-withdraw-thargoid-controlled-system GalNet: Fleets Withdraw from Thargoid-Controlled System]</ref>

10 AUG 3308

*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT* The Proteus Wave’s failure has resulted in Thargoid forces overwhelming the coalition fleet in HIP 22460. Independent and military observers have confirmed that although Salvation’s anti-xeno superweapon was activated as scheduled, it had only a temporary effect on the Thargoids. Soon afterwards, human ships in the system found themselves without power following a second unknown energy pulse and were rapidly targeted by hostile Thargoid vessels. Vox Galactica announced that the reporter Jade Sanderlyn was able to jettison her escape pod before her drifting craft was destroyed. She delivered this summary: ''“It didn’t work. The Proteus Wave didn’t work. I saw its energies ripple out from the planet, I felt it, we all did. The Thargoids reeled and went dark, but only briefly. Then something else occurred, a noise which shook our bodies, screeching through our skulls. Something alien. Suddenly all systems went down: engines, comms, everything. All the flashing beams of capital ship weapons fire disappeared. Every human ship in our vicinity went dead, leaving us floating through space. I watched through the canopy as the Thargoids swarmed everywhere, more than I’d ever seen before. The Bright Sentinel was their first target, and they unleashed a blazing barrage against it. Nobody on board could have survived.”'' The superpowers have announced that HIP 22460 is off-limits to civilian traffic, and should now be considered Thargoid territory. The Alliance Defence Force, Federal Navy and Imperial Navy have each begun compiling official lists of every military ship deployed to the system which remains unaccounted for. Azimuth Biotech likewise issued a statement confirming that both the Bright Sentinel and Heart of Taurus megaships have been destroyed, with all Proteus Wave project engineers missing and presumed dead. No information on the status of Salvation has yet been offered by the corporation.<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/galnet/thargoids-conquer-hip-22460 GalNet: Thargoids Conquer HIP 22460]</ref>

09 AUG 3308

*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT* Communication with all ships in the HIP 22460 system has unexpectedly terminated, following the Proteus Wave’s activation. As intended, the energy pulse from Salvation’s Guardian-based superweapon disabled all Thargoids in the system. This was followed by a second pulse of similar intensity from an undetermined source, which rendered the Bright Sentinel megaship powerless. The Thargoid vessels displayed signs of returning to life, after which all comms channels fell silent. The Alliance Defence Force, Federal Navy and Imperial Navy have verified that they are no longer receiving signals from their capital ships. Azimuth Biotech has been unable to contact the Bright Sentinel or Heart of Taurus. There has been no word from Salvation or any Azimuth personnel within the system. Some newsfeeds have begun publishing eyewitness reports from independent pilots, claiming that the Thargoids have resumed attacking all human ships. These statements have not been independently verified. However, the superpowers are insisting on caution until the status of the Thargoid fleet can be ascertained. They have advised that non-military ships should avoid entering the HIP 22460 system until further notice.<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/galnet/contact-lost-after-proteus-wave-fired GalNet: Contact Lost after Proteus Wave Fired]</ref>

18 FEB 3308

*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT* [[Commander]]s are resisting [[Thargoid]] [[incursion]]s in the Dan, HIP 12314 and Nauni systems. Although [[Aegis]] support vessels have been repurposed to offer support in all three systems, the organisation remains officially disbanded. It has fallen to individual pilots to defend the populations from swarms of Thargoid vessels. The [[Alliance Defence Force]], [[Federal Navy]] and [[Imperial Navy]] all intend to replace Aegis with their own anti-xeno taskforces, but these have yet to materialise. This was remarked upon by independent journalist [[Flint Lafosse|Flint 'Firemaker' Lafosse]]: "We've got the [[Alliance]] trying to sell its own people to [[Sirius Corporation]], the [[Empire]] somehow misplacing its own [[Emperor]], and the [[Federation]] being torn to pieces by its crazy [[President of the Federation|president]]… who's got time to worry about Thargoids? I'll tell you who: the civilians in the systems they're invading! Our so-called leaders are praying that [[Salvation]] will step in and save the day, but he could be an alien himself for all we know!" Commodore [[Morag Halloran]], who serves as Salvation's military coordinator, was approached by [[Vox Galactica]] to comment on his strategy for combating the latest Thargoid activity: "Salvation is currently focused on further development of the anti-xeno superweapon. At present this is the most efficient use of his time and resources, rather than small-scale engagement. Rest assured that, before long, we shall take the fight to the Thargoids once more."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/620e85f01e39f1100f320134 GalNet: Pilots Form Vanguard Against Thargoid Attacks]</ref>

11 FEB 3308

*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots’ Federation ALERT* The HIP 12314, Dan and Nauni systems have come under heavy attack by [[Thargoid]] vessels. [[Vox Galactica]] featured this report by freelance war correspondent [[Jade Sanderlyn]]: "The Thargoids have been unusually aggressive in recent months, as attested by the drifting wreckages of many independent ships. When [[Salvation]] repelled their forces from the [[Delphi]], [[Maia]] and [[Merope]] systems in December, some believed it was only a matter of time before the aliens retaliated. It appears that time has come. Although the Thargoid species is often viewed as territorial, on this occasion they have pushed further towards [[Core Systems|human space]]. Authorities in all three systems were unprepared for the incursions and have sent out a general call for assistance. The superpowers are still in the process of forming their anti-xeno taskforces, and thus unable to help. Fortunately, despite [[Aegis]] being officially defunct, some of its support megaships have yet to be decommissioned. These have been staffed with emergency crews and rushed into service in all three systems. As pilots race into combat once more, many must be wondering if the risks are now even greater. Have the Thargoids extended their reach into human space? Which systems might they strike at next? And is further escalation a price to be paid every time Salvation's superweapon is deployed?"<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6206238b8dae6a30fc3c0d1d GalNet: New Thargoid Assaults in Three Systems]</ref>

18 JAN 3308

*The [[Alliance]], [[Empire]] and [[Federation]] have accepted the [[Paul Baumann|Baumann Report's]] recommendation to permanently shut down [[Aegis]]. The independent inquiry's findings on the organisation's failings will result in Aegis being immediately shut down. However, Chief Administrator [[Carter Armstrong]] has cautioned that "full demobilisation of staff, ships and resources might take several months". [[Senator]] [[Denton Patreus]] has successfully obtained senatorial approval for an increased military budget, to allow the [[Imperial Navy]] to directly take on the role played by Aegis. [[Admiral of the Fleet|Fleet Admiral]] [[Tayo Maikori]] likewise confirmed that the [[Federal Congress]] has ordered the creation of a new naval strike force. On his own authority he has also commissioned an investigation into [[Salvation]], following [[Ram Tah]]'s testimony regarding the nature of the anti-xeno superweapon. Admiral [[Nikolas Glass]], who was recently appointed to the [[Council of Admirals]], stated that the [[Alliance Defence Force]] and [[Sirius Navy]] will work in conjunction to fulfil Aegis's purpose. Xenological research laboratories set up by Professor [[Alba Tesreau]] will now transfer their work to specialist departments in the [[Holloway Bioscience Institute]], [[Imperial Science Academy]] and [[Olympus Village University]]. In 3304 the [[Thargoid]]s made targeted strikes against Aegis's labs, but all three institutions have made assurances that the new locations will have the highest security.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61e6ba29f6b3cd47d1758763 GalNet: Superpowers Plan to Replace Aegis]</ref>

05 JAN 3308

*The military trial of Admiral [[Aden Tanner]] has been suspended following evidence provided by [[Ram Tah]] as a witness for the defence. The [[Federal Navy]] tribunal was called to consider multiple charges – including mutiny – held against Tanner, the chief military liaison to [[Aegis]]. While commanding the Musashi [[megaship]], he attempted to gain access to Hind Mine station and locate evidence regarding [[Salvation]]'s anti-xeno superweapon. Admiral Tanner's defence attorney opened a live link with Phoenix Base to allow Ram Tah to provide the following testimony: "We have analysed the [[Classified Experimental Equipment|classified experimental equipment]] that was recently delivered to enable Salvation's superweapons. These components are near-identical to devices found at the [[Proteus]] research facility on Trapezium Sector YU-X c1-2. In 3113, an [[Azimuth Biochemicals]] science team conducted weapons testing using [[Guardian]] artefacts from this site, accidentally triggering a radiation surge which resulted in their deaths. My hypothesis is that Salvation has constructed large-scale versions of the Proteus design. These generate a powerful electromagnetic pulse at frequencies which disrupt the [[Thargoid]]s' bio-mechanical technology. It's highly probable that this is based on an existing Guardian weapon discovered by the Proteus. This would explain why its presence within a system attracts Thargoid vessels." The Federal Navy Criminal Court announced that Admiral Tanner's court martial has been temporarily suspended while the new evidence is reviewed.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61bc639f33cc6e11ad79652d GalNet: Ram Tah's Revelations Halt Court Martial]</ref>

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*The anonymous figure known as [[Salvation]] claims that [[Thargoid]] forces will shortly launch an assault in the Cornsar system. The following message was received by all major [[newsfeed]]s: "This is Salvation. Authorities in the Cornsar system must evacuate the local population immediately. I believe a Thargoid invasion of the system is imminent. I became aware of this danger while developing a new interstellar xeno-detection network, which will be far superior to [[Eagle Eye]]. Although the network is not fully complete, we cannot dismiss this report as a false reading. Cornsar must act now." [[Carter Armstrong]], a chief administrator with [[Aegis]], delivered an official statement: "Aegis cannot validate this claim. There is no indication of a Thargoid presence in the vicinity, and Cornsar is too far from their known territories to be a viable target. As most of our operations are suspended due to the public inquiry, we cannot dedicate any resources to investigate further." There was also a response from Marshal [[Noah Sharrow]], who governs the Cornsar system on behalf of the Allied Cornsar Constitution Party: "We have no interest in the games of one-upmanship between Aegis and Salvation. Nor do we believe for a moment that the Thargoids would go out of their way to harass us."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61408df89acf3a3f20259c31 GalNet: Salvation Warns of Thargoid Strike]</ref>

== Videos ==

File:Dawn of the Darkest Days

</gallery>

== References ==

[[ru:Супероружие Salvation]]

[[Category:Lore]]

[[Category:Technology]]

[[Category:Mysteries]]

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 [[File:Bright Sentinel in Merope.png|thumb|right|300px|The Bright Sentinel, a megaship used to deploy one of Salvation's anti-xeno superweapons]]
 The '''anti-xeno superweapon''' is an unnamed device employed by [[Salvation]] to eradicate and repulse [[Thargoid]]s from an entire [[star system]]. A prototype was first tested in the Cornsar system on September 20, 3307, and three more were successfully fired in the [[Delphi]], [[Maia]], and [[Merope]] systems on December 14, 3307. The superweapons are assembled from large quantities of [[Classified Experimental Equipment]] aboard [[Wells-class Carrier]]s operated by [[Taurus Mining Ventures]] before being fired, at which point they lethally disrupt any Thargoid vessels, such as [[Thargoid Interceptor]]s, within range and cause the bulk of any survivors to flee.
 According to an analysis of Classified Experimental Equipment performed by the [[Engineers|Engineer]] and [[Guardian]] expert [[Ram Tah]], the anti-xeno superweapon's components are based on Guardian devices found at the site of the [[Proteus]] in Trapezium Sector YU-X c1-2, and the superweapons themselves appear to be an up-scaled version of a Guardian weapon design. The superweapons function by emitting a system-wide electromagnetic pulse at a specific frequency that interferes with the bio-mechanics of Thargoid vessels. These superweapons have the drawback of provoking the Thargoids into a frenzy due to the presence of Guardian technology, however, and Thargoid fleets will invade systems where a superweapon is being assembled in overwhelming numbers.
+===Proteus Wave===
+In 3308, Salvation ordered the construction of an improved Anti-xeno superweapon - the ''Proteus Wave'' - in [[HIP 22460]], with the intention of eradicating the threat of the Thargoids once and for all. Unlike prior examples, the Proteus Wave weapon was built on top of an existing Thargoid site with the intent of using the Thargoid site as an amplifier for the wave to increase its reach, possibly to the point of covering multiple systems. After weeks of supplying resources to the site whilst fending off frenzied Thargoids, the weapon was fired on the 9th of August 3308.
+Whilst the weapon initially seemed successful in shutting down Thargoid vessels throughout the system upon activation, the site it was built upon released a 'counter wave' 42 seconds after the first, which 'reactivated' all of the incapacitated vessels and disabled all human ships in the system, making them easy prey. Aside from suggesting that the Thargoids have partially adapted and developed the ability to subvert Guardian technology (''cf.'' [[Unclassified Relic]]), possibly as a result of the prior superweapon incidents, the full ramifications of the weapon's use - beyond the initial loss of life and materiel - remain to be seen, though the Thargoids have seized control of the system and appear to be consolidating their forces there.
 == Timeline ==
 {{Scrollbox-begin}}
+AUG 3308
+*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT*<br/>The Alliance, Empire and Federation have confirmed that the remains of their anti-xeno taskforces have fully retreated from the HIP 22460 system. Fleet Admiral Tayo Maikori declared: ''“The Thargoids are now heavily entrenched in HIP 22460. Federal search and rescue teams are attempting to locate survivors, but our window of opportunity is closing as the enemy forces increase in number.”'' A similar statement came from Senator Denton Patreus, who admitted ''“The aliens have successfully established a stronghold within human-occupied space.”'' The Imperial Navy has been instructed to prioritise evacuating its own ships and crew. The Alliance Assembly and the Council of Admirals have been engaged in emergency discussions with representatives from Sirius Corporation. Early indications suggest a restructuring of anti-xeno operations is underway. Across the core systems, public fears of a mass Thargoid invasion are running high. Planetary security forces are on alert, with every spacegoing military preparing for the possibility of fighting Thargoid vessels. Many public figures have expressed their concerns, including Aegis’s former head of research Professor Alba Tesreau: ''“I am utterly horrified by events in HIP 22460. Many of us feared that Azimuth’s experiments would lead to catastrophe, but the widespread loss of life is still a sickening shock. Salvation critically underestimated the Thargoids’ ability to adapt, a failure rooted in his perception of them as purely reactive creatures. This tragedy is worsened by the fractured responses of the superpowers, which are reluctant to continue sharing information with external organisations. Without a dedicated research effort, we cannot analyse the Thargoid technology used in HIP 22460 or formulate a suitable defence.”''<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/galnet/fleets-withdraw-thargoid-controlled-system GalNet: Fleets Withdraw from Thargoid-Controlled System]</ref>
+AUG 3308
+*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT*<br/> The Proteus Wave’s failure has resulted in Thargoid forces overwhelming the coalition fleet in HIP 22460. Independent and military observers have confirmed that although Salvation’s anti-xeno superweapon was activated as scheduled, it had only a temporary effect on the Thargoids. Soon afterwards, human ships in the system found themselves without power following a second unknown energy pulse and were rapidly targeted by hostile Thargoid vessels. Vox Galactica announced that the reporter Jade Sanderlyn was able to jettison her escape pod before her drifting craft was destroyed. She delivered this summary: ''“It didn’t work. The Proteus Wave didn’t work. I saw its energies ripple out from the planet, I felt it, we all did. The Thargoids reeled and went dark, but only briefly. Then something else occurred, a noise which shook our bodies, screeching through our skulls. Something alien. Suddenly all systems went down: engines, comms, everything. All the flashing beams of capital ship weapons fire disappeared. Every human ship in our vicinity went dead, leaving us floating through space. I watched through the canopy as the Thargoids swarmed everywhere, more than I’d ever seen before. The Bright Sentinel was their first target, and they unleashed a blazing barrage against it. Nobody on board could have survived.”'' The superpowers have announced that HIP 22460 is off-limits to civilian traffic, and should now be considered Thargoid territory. The Alliance Defence Force, Federal Navy and Imperial Navy have each begun compiling official lists of every military ship deployed to the system which remains unaccounted for. Azimuth Biotech likewise issued a statement confirming that both the Bright Sentinel and Heart of Taurus megaships have been destroyed, with all Proteus Wave project engineers missing and presumed dead. No information on the status of Salvation has yet been offered by the corporation.<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/galnet/thargoids-conquer-hip-22460 GalNet: Thargoids Conquer HIP 22460]</ref>
+AUG 3308
+*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT*<br/> Communication with all ships in the HIP 22460 system has unexpectedly terminated, following the Proteus Wave’s activation. As intended, the energy pulse from Salvation’s Guardian-based superweapon disabled all Thargoids in the system. This was followed by a second pulse of similar intensity from an undetermined source, which rendered the Bright Sentinel megaship powerless. The Thargoid vessels displayed signs of returning to life, after which all comms channels fell silent. The Alliance Defence Force, Federal Navy and Imperial Navy have verified that they are no longer receiving signals from their capital ships. Azimuth Biotech has been unable to contact the Bright Sentinel or Heart of Taurus. There has been no word from Salvation or any Azimuth personnel within the system. Some newsfeeds have begun publishing eyewitness reports from independent pilots, claiming that the Thargoids have resumed attacking all human ships. These statements have not been independently verified. However, the superpowers are insisting on caution until the status of the Thargoid fleet can be ascertained. They have advised that non-military ships should avoid entering the HIP 22460 system until further notice.<ref>[https://www.elitedangerous.com/news/galnet/contact-lost-after-proteus-wave-fired GalNet: Contact Lost after Proteus Wave Fired]</ref>
+FEB 3308
+*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots' Federation ALERT*<br/>[[Commander]]s are resisting [[Thargoid]] [[incursion]]s in the Dan, HIP 12314 and Nauni systems. Although [[Aegis]] support vessels have been repurposed to offer support in all three systems, the organisation remains officially disbanded. It has fallen to individual pilots to defend the populations from swarms of Thargoid vessels. The [[Alliance Defence Force]], [[Federal Navy]] and [[Imperial Navy]] all intend to replace Aegis with their own anti-xeno taskforces, but these have yet to materialise. This was remarked upon by independent journalist [[Flint Lafosse|Flint 'Firemaker' Lafosse]]: "We've got the [[Alliance]] trying to sell its own people to [[Sirius Corporation]], the [[Empire]] somehow misplacing its own [[Emperor]], and the [[Federation]] being torn to pieces by its crazy [[President of the Federation|president]]… who's got time to worry about Thargoids? I'll tell you who: the civilians in the systems they're invading! Our so-called leaders are praying that [[Salvation]] will step in and save the day, but he could be an alien himself for all we know!" Commodore [[Morag Halloran]], who serves as Salvation's military coordinator, was approached by [[Vox Galactica]] to comment on his strategy for combating the latest Thargoid activity: "Salvation is currently focused on further development of the anti-xeno superweapon. At present this is the most efficient use of his time and resources, rather than small-scale engagement. Rest assured that, before long, we shall take the fight to the Thargoids once more."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/620e85f01e39f1100f320134 GalNet: Pilots Form Vanguard Against Thargoid Attacks]</ref>
+FEB 3308
+*<nowiki>*</nowiki>Pilots’ Federation ALERT*<br/>The HIP 12314, Dan and Nauni systems have come under heavy attack by [[Thargoid]] vessels. [[Vox Galactica]] featured this report by freelance war correspondent [[Jade Sanderlyn]]: "The Thargoids have been unusually aggressive in recent months, as attested by the drifting wreckages of many independent ships. When [[Salvation]] repelled their forces from the [[Delphi]], [[Maia]] and [[Merope]] systems in December, some believed it was only a matter of time before the aliens retaliated. It appears that time has come. Although the Thargoid species is often viewed as territorial, on this occasion they have pushed further towards [[Core Systems|human space]]. Authorities in all three systems were unprepared for the incursions and have sent out a general call for assistance. The superpowers are still in the process of forming their anti-xeno taskforces, and thus unable to help. Fortunately, despite [[Aegis]] being officially defunct, some of its support megaships have yet to be decommissioned. These have been staffed with emergency crews and rushed into service in all three systems. As pilots race into combat once more, many must be wondering if the risks are now even greater. Have the Thargoids extended their reach into human space? Which systems might they strike at next? And is further escalation a price to be paid every time Salvation's superweapon is deployed?"<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/6206238b8dae6a30fc3c0d1d GalNet: New Thargoid Assaults in Three Systems]</ref>
+JAN 3308
+*The [[Alliance]], [[Empire]] and [[Federation]] have accepted the [[Paul Baumann|Baumann Report's]] recommendation to permanently shut down [[Aegis]]. The independent inquiry's findings on the organisation's failings will result in Aegis being immediately shut down. However, Chief Administrator [[Carter Armstrong]] has cautioned that "full demobilisation of staff, ships and resources might take several months". [[Senator]] [[Denton Patreus]] has successfully obtained senatorial approval for an increased military budget, to allow the [[Imperial Navy]] to directly take on the role played by Aegis. [[Admiral of the Fleet|Fleet Admiral]] [[Tayo Maikori]] likewise confirmed that the [[Federal Congress]] has ordered the creation of a new naval strike force. On his own authority he has also commissioned an investigation into [[Salvation]], following [[Ram Tah]]'s testimony regarding the nature of the anti-xeno superweapon. Admiral [[Nikolas Glass]], who was recently appointed to the [[Council of Admirals]], stated that the [[Alliance Defence Force]] and [[Sirius Navy]] will work in conjunction to fulfil Aegis's purpose. Xenological research laboratories set up by Professor [[Alba Tesreau]] will now transfer their work to specialist departments in the [[Holloway Bioscience Institute]], [[Imperial Science Academy]] and [[Olympus Village University]]. In 3304 the [[Thargoid]]s made targeted strikes against Aegis's labs, but all three institutions have made assurances that the new locations will have the highest security.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61e6ba29f6b3cd47d1758763 GalNet: Superpowers Plan to Replace Aegis]</ref>
 JAN 3308
 *The military trial of Admiral [[Aden Tanner]] has been suspended following evidence provided by [[Ram Tah]] as a witness for the defence. The [[Federal Navy]] tribunal was called to consider multiple charges – including mutiny – held against Tanner, the chief military liaison to [[Aegis]]. While commanding the Musashi [[megaship]], he attempted to gain access to Hind Mine station and locate evidence regarding [[Salvation]]'s anti-xeno superweapon. Admiral Tanner's defence attorney opened a live link with Phoenix Base to allow Ram Tah to provide the following testimony: "We have analysed the [[Classified Experimental Equipment|classified experimental equipment]] that was recently delivered to enable Salvation's superweapons. These components are near-identical to devices found at the [[Proteus]] research facility on Trapezium Sector YU-X c1-2. In 3113, an [[Azimuth Biochemicals]] science team conducted weapons testing using [[Guardian]] artefacts from this site, accidentally triggering a radiation surge which resulted in their deaths. My hypothesis is that Salvation has constructed large-scale versions of the Proteus design. These generate a powerful electromagnetic pulse at frequencies which disrupt the [[Thargoid]]s' bio-mechanical technology. It's highly probable that this is based on an existing Guardian weapon discovered by the Proteus. This would explain why its presence within a system attracts Thargoid vessels." The Federal Navy Criminal Court announced that Admiral Tanner's court martial has been temporarily suspended while the new evidence is reviewed.<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61bc639f33cc6e11ad79652d GalNet: Ram Tah's Revelations Halt Court Martial]</ref>
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 *The anonymous figure known as [[Salvation]] claims that [[Thargoid]] forces will shortly launch an assault in the Cornsar system. The following message was received by all major [[newsfeed]]s: "This is Salvation. Authorities in the Cornsar system must evacuate the local population immediately. I believe a Thargoid invasion of the system is imminent. I became aware of this danger while developing a new interstellar xeno-detection network, which will be far superior to [[Eagle Eye]]. Although the network is not fully complete, we cannot dismiss this report as a false reading. Cornsar must act now." [[Carter Armstrong]], a chief administrator with [[Aegis]], delivered an official statement: "Aegis cannot validate this claim. There is no indication of a Thargoid presence in the vicinity, and Cornsar is too far from their known territories to be a viable target. As most of our operations are suspended due to the public inquiry, we cannot dedicate any resources to investigate further." There was also a response from Marshal [[Noah Sharrow]], who governs the Cornsar system on behalf of the Allied Cornsar Constitution Party: "We have no interest in the games of one-upmanship between Aegis and Salvation. Nor do we believe for a moment that the Thargoids would go out of their way to harass us."<ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/61408df89acf3a3f20259c31 GalNet: Salvation Warns of Thargoid Strike]</ref>
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+== Videos ==
+<gallery>
+File:Dawn of the Darkest Days
+</gallery>
 == References ==
 <references/>
+{{Thargoids}}
+[[ru:Супероружие Salvation]]
 [[Category:Lore]]
 [[Category:Technology]]
 [[Category:Mysteries]]

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