Stellaris Terraforming

The year is 2060 and after decades of technological delay caused by mysterious events Earth and its inhabitants are about to face their greatest challenge yet. One, seemingly normal day everyone on Earth heard a voice. {Earthlings, the time has come for change, please stay calm and wait for the terraforming process, everything will be explained during it} Every human being was transported that fateful day, floating in space and watching the planet be transformed right in front of their eyes. "I got a fcking stick as a reward, are you fcking kidding me?!" Reign was there before most, as a human that defeated a monster before the terraforming he was titled a pioneer and got a chance to draw a lottery, but that did not end quite well. Join our protagonist with his quirky group of friends as they fight and level up in this world that became a game, trying their best to win it and stop the destruction of Earth. Will they be successful or will they fail? What is the mysterious power hiding deep inside Reign? Find that all out by reading Is This Really a Game?! Hey guys, thanks for checking out my book Is This Really a Game, I plan on making this a long novel and right now I am releasing 1 - 2 chapters a day. The chapters are usually about 1 600 words long. Cover made by myself

Nux Steel finds himself reincarnated in the body of a dead boy in another world, after being killed in cold blood by a bloodthirsty Vampire. The world he finds himself in is a world filled with people who have Magical Abilities, that gives them the power to terraform the lands, rip space apart and sunder the skies. These Abilities come in the form of a book called a Soul Book when they awaken their Beast Soul. Find out how Nux survives in this world, as he awakens the long lost soul of the dead Beast God.

In a world where your shot at fame and fortune depends on the awakening of your latent magical abilities, numbers are everything. Your Class? System? Chosen god? They’re all pieces of a puzzle conveying images of blood and death a thousand ways. But that’s life, ironically enough. And that blood, death, and experience is what comes from the modern heroes sacred duty. Explore Tangents. Kill monsters. Stop them from terraforming the Earth and everything else they’re attracted to— no matter how bizarre. Claude knows bizarre well. Living in the forests of New Gloria with his father gives him an upbringing unique from his classmates. In many ways he’s disconnected from the world of heroes. His near photographic memory of famous heroic events and tales of grandeur can’t change that fact. And no matter how many stories he reads, he can’t prepare himself for the truth of the heroes he’s confided in since boyhood and the monsters he’s feared since before then. As if he needed a more explicit showing, a strange and beautiful age old power is born again within him, twisting his very life into a tumultuous battle-heavy hunt of legend…. Fear twins. Embrace change. Prepare for war. Also the same story will be uploaded at Royal Road if you prefer that for reading!

What happens when the sky itself betrays you? Sam, a struggling courier, finds his life turned upside down when the twelve Doom Towers crash to the earth after a year of ominously hovering in the skies. These fallen towers attract mythical monsters and apocalyptic chaos to the world. Granted the mysterious Regalia of Fractured Glass, Sam is thrust into a desperate battle for survival, where his newfound power draws monsters and attention alike. Forced to join the Doom Suppression Force, an organization battling to contain the Tower threats, Sam must climb these treacherous towers alongside fellow Regalia Wielder, Yoko. Together, they face unimaginable dangers as the towers terraform, spawning monstrous creatures. But their ultimate test lies within the 11th Tower, Domus—a tower that threatens to engulf an entire country in apocalypse unless they conquer it. What to Expect: Mystery: Every chapter unravels a piece of the apocalyptic puzzle, with days stretching across multiple, gripping chapters. High-Stakes Battles: Inspired by Future Diary, the story is driven by tension, a battle royale-style competition, and the fight to survive the towers’ evolving horrors. Unique Powers & Dark Worlds: Follow Sam as he battles mythical creatures with his Regalia, discovers the secrets of the Doom Towers, and struggles to protect those he loves—including his family and beloved cat. Epic Scale: As the Doom Suppression Force hunts other Regalia Wielders, the scope widens, exploring humanity's fragile hold against a world crumbling under the weight of its own destruction.

In a world where magical creatures and humans live side by side, the profession of Alchemist has come into light, special humans who are able to control the mana within them and perform fantastical feats, they could terraform the earth and summon oceans at will, it is the most respected and distinguished profession in the world, entire schools were built, dedicated to the learning and teaching of the art of alchemy as it was every child's dream to become an alchemist. Earl White, having lost both his parents who were the one of the strongest alchemists in the world, is left to be taken care of by his grandfather, he enrolls into an alchemy school in hopes of becoming the greatest alchemist just like his parents, but there's a problem, he is unable to perform Alchemy, this makes him get bullied and ridiculed at his school making life even harder. Earl eventually stumbles upon a strange book which grants him a system along with the ability to perform Alchemy, he is filled with joy at first, but his joy soon becomes short lived as a system message appears Infront of him [Your Soul energy depletes] [You must consume life energy in the next 12 hours] [Your soul energy continues to deplete] Having been living a normal life, he is now suddenly thrust into a world of death, deception, tough choices, betrayal and murder, for the sake of his and his new found friends sake, he will need to kill and consume the life energy of others, and complete other tasks to become stronger, all in his quest to eventually become the strongest alchemist, however the life of an alchemist isn't a pretty one, as he learns through the deadly secrets of the Alchemy world, while he battles the ORA, grief and sorrow along with mystery, are all things that follow him in his path wherever he goes, he will have to grow with his friends and rise up to the challenges that lie ahead of him. Dive into the captivating world of alchemists, discover all the characters, adversary, obstacles and challenges Earl encounters on his path to become the strongest Alchemist, what sort of tough decisions will he make, who can be trust, and what type of enemies will he encounter?, well what are you waiting for?, start reading.

Updates every 10:00PM UTC+7 Centuries ago, a mysterious meteor descended upon the Earth. Instead of wiping all life forms on the planet, it terraformed the Earth, transforming both living and non-living things alike. This event was called the Great Meteor Fall. Monsters and Beasts appeared and proliferated on the land, causing a shift to the ordinary lifestyle people once knew. Humans also underwent changes thanks to the meteor. Some were granted supernatural powers, and some were granted strength. With these changes, mankind concluded that life will never be the same. The rise of adventurers and guilds was only a few things brought about by the change. Those who wielded great power became prominent figures. But this was just the beginning. The ground zero of the meteor, where it descended, became the territory of a powerful entity known as the Dark One. No one knew where he came from, but rumors said he was inside the meteor when it landed. The energy levels in ground zero were so potent that an average human wouldn't be able to survive it. As such, only high-ranking adventurers could enter it with great difficulty and survive. However, no one came close to the fortress of the dark One, built on top of the meteor itself. As years passed, the monsters and beasts became more powerful, and the adventurers struggled to keep up. But there was no real threat. The Dark One didn't seem to care for Earth's inhabitants, or maybe he was in deep slumber, awaiting his awakening before he invaded Earth. It was foretold, however, that the Dark One was close to awakening, and the powerful monsters and beasts were a clear sign of it. Backed into a corner, the countries were forced to rely on forbidden technology to combat the upcoming invasion. Messing with the space-time continuum, mankind was able to summon influential and powerful people from the past. They became known as Heroes of Relics. These heroes partied up and became Earth's last line of defense against the oncoming invasion. Albrecht Stein was part of the Heroes of Relics. However, he was kicked out of the party since they no longer needed a porter. His only particular skill was spatial storage space, and he was just an additional headcount, so they kicked him out. Just like the other Heroes, he was transported to the future with the sole purpose of defeating the Dark One. But now that his purpose was gone, he decided to live a quiet life in the countryside. That is until the final countdown was issued, and the world's destruction drew near.

Kaos, the building block of the universes, the galaxies, the stars, the planets, and every lifeform. An energy capable of achieving feats only considered magical, wonderous, fantastical. The essence of Gods! Here we are on the planet of Nepiter, the skies turned red, the oceans dried up, the mountains crumbled, the continents fractured, and the very skies shattered. These were the characteristics of the cataclysmic event known as the Entry. An event that spelled a new era for all of civilization. As history would have it, creatures of terrible might arose to challenge the supremacy of humans, and as such, those worthy of power equally great emerged to rescale the fields of battle. They were called the "Inheritors". "Touch and power shall be yours." The promise told to those who went before the great crystals. A gift from the world to combat the new threat. The very vessels of that which they sought--unlocking the pathway into their spirit to harness the might of Kaos. Prophecy spoke of a time when the influence of Inheritors would soar beyond those of the days of old, and the new generational humans would reclaim dominion over their terraformed planet. However, only then would perilous times; never again seen since the beginning of the Entry, manifest. For a forgotten child, reborn of the great spirit would emerge to restart an ancient war. One that shook the second heavens. Tristan, a broken boy from ages past came in contact with a certain being and his life changed forever. Or so he thought. ----------------------- Disclaimer: The cover does not belong to me.

As mankind was swept in the chaos, the world terraformed. But for Asher, it was always the same. Before the collapse, wealth was the only law, a place where the poor were needed for their work. Now , the strongest ruled, and they had no concessions for the weak.

By the end of 23rd century, Earth civilization reached high technological level, while facing serious social problems. Resources became scarce following humanity growing in number five times in comparison to early 21st century. Despite scientists coming with various ways to save the world, including colonization efforts, degradation continued. Number one candidate for colonizing - Mars - required 300 years to be fully terraformed and only selected people could live under domes. Humanity needed a more solid plan - one that would bring results and bring them sooner. Following continuous surveys of space systems, a planet similar to Earth has been found - two times bigger than humanity's home, this new discovery was a true breakthrough. However, more detailed researched showed that about 20% of the planet is taken by an alien megacity surrounded by a powerful force field. New information caused a huge uproar among scientists involved, especially after no signs of life encountered and no response to various means of communication. After several years of observation, the city was considered abandoned. Having analyzed the data, numerous governments agreed on a joint effort to send and expedition to reveal the turth about the city and establish the very first colony on that planet. With the biggest ship made of five modules, over 5,000 strong crew set off on most important mission in humanity's history. John Marlow, a scientific officer and one of many deployed for the expedition, sets on a journey which will challenge his knowledge about the Universe and humankind's origin.

Genre: Action, Science Fiction, GL, Drama, Romance, Dark Tags: 18+, Revenge, Aliens, Space Exploration, Detailed, Dogfights (space fighters), Diverse species, Worlds, Skilled MC, Useful FMC, Smut In the enchanting tale of "Once Upon a Void," we are introduced to a remarkable protagonist, a courageous female Corvi Pilot. Driven by an insatiable thirst for freedom and a burning desire for revenge, she embarks on a thrilling journey that will take her far beyond the confines of her known world. With her sights set on the unknown, she yearns to explore the mysteries that lie beyond the boundaries of her existence. Join her as she navigates the treacherous path towards liberation, where her quest for vengeance intertwines with her quest for discovery. Will she triumph over her adversaries and finally break free from the shackles that bind her? Only time will tell in this captivating narrative of determination, exploration, and the pursuit of one's true destiny. In her quest to achieve her goal, she would encounter a diverse array of individuals who would play pivotal roles in her journey. In a world shrouded in mystery, a young woman's fate remains uncertain. Her path, veiled in obscurity, leads her towards an enigmatic destination. With unwavering determination, she yearns to break free from the confines of reality and soar into the boundless expanse of the astral sea. Guided by an unwavering belief, she embarks on a journey that will test her courage and challenge her very existence. Will she find the liberation she seeks, or will her destiny remain forever concealed in the unknown? Embark on a thrilling journey to the farthest reaches of the cosmos in this captivating tale that seamlessly blends romance, science fiction, and heart-pounding action. Prepare to have your sense of adventure ignited as you delve into a world teeming with excitement, passion, and gripping drama. In a daring quest for discovery, our intrepid protagonist embarks on an exhilarating adventure into uncharted realms, where the boundaries of knowledge are pushed to their limits. With unwavering determination, they traverse unexplored territories, braving treacherous landscapes and confronting the mysteries that lie in wait. As their journey unfolds, the very essence of exploration becomes intertwined with their very being, propelling them forward until they reach the precipice of the unknown. Important NOTES : This novel contains some difficult to understand terms, but don't worry! I'll be posting several definitions of them through the Auxiliary Volume. Such terms include Aviation maneuvers, Races, Appearances of characters etc. What to expect in this Novel : First and foremost, this novel will be lengthy; it is not a 50-100 chapter story; it is a voyage into the unknown! So maybe 300 or more? Second, this one is considered as Yuri, GL Third, I'll be using real-life aviation movements during dogfights (please correct me if I'm inaccurate). Fourth, there would be sensitive materials such as brutal scenes, gore, and sex scenes (I mean it). Finally, there would be YouTube links at the beginning of each chapter that would recommend music that I handpicked so you could feel the atmosphere of the chapter. *I do not own any of the music, if you are the creator and you want me to remove them, feel free to comment, and I shall do so [This original novel is highly inspired by various materials such as star wars, mass effect, stellaris, and my own love for space]

A portal opened, and when unknown portals are opened well, it's common knowledge what might come through. This portal became an unbreakable link to Gehinnom, a collection of worlds linked together. New energies were introduced and the world evolved and terraformed to accommodate these new forms of power. Creatures and beings of fairytales were revealed. Some from other worlds and others hidden inhabitants of Earth. All this happened thousands of years back with many civilizations rising and falling during this time frame. The world as it was now had no semblance to it's past self. Well, this story is about how our MC escapes a hell hole were they were treated as lab rats and... Just read the story, nothing much to see in the synopsis, hehehe!!

Synopsis: On the desolate plains of Mars, humanity clings to survival in the domed city of Nova Ferrum. Amara Khan, a resourceful scavenger, stumbles upon a hidden message – a holographic projection of Eos, the last hope for a dying Earth. Eos reveals the existence of lost terraforming technology buried beneath the Martian wastelands. Amara, driven by a yearning for a better future, teams up with Kai, a cyborg with a haunted past, and Anya Sharma, a disillusioned Phoenix Corps soldier. Together, they venture into the treacherous Restricted Zone, a desolate wasteland rumored to hold the key to Earth's salvation. Their quest leads them to a hidden facility containing Eos' technology. But they are not alone. Captain Volkov, a ruthless leader within the Phoenix Corps, also desires the technology, not to save Earth, but to solidify Mars' independence. A desperate struggle ensues, forcing Amara and her companions to make a heart-wrenching choice – destroy the technology or risk it falling into the wrong hands. In the aftermath of their actions, the future remains uncertain. Volkov emerges from the destruction with a salvaged data chip, a glimmer of hope for her own agenda. As the dust settles, Amara, Kai, and Anya grapple with the consequences of their choices. Did they truly save Earth, or simply set the stage for a new, more dangerous conflict?

Royce was a psychopath. That, he was sure of. But he had a good life. Normal people thoughts didn''t apply to him, but he had learned to cherish what he had and fit in. Which is why he went with his friends after mana activated on Earth Earth was terraformed. Int the process, Those under the age of 25 had to venture to other worlds and take up lives there. They had to make an impact on these worlds and please their patron deities. Their merits would determine how far the planet would go in its evolutions. So Royce and his friends set forth... to battle as part of the Hero's party and to please the gods. Only Royce was not the hero like all young men dreamed. It was his friend, David. "Eh? Was there a mix-up? But he's so weak!"

"Li Ping had accidentally received a Seed Alteration System. While others were earning money by planting crops on their own lands, Li Ping was selling his altered seeds at a high price. He had seeds that could grow greens under extreme weather conditions, ginseng that could be grown easily, and even watermelon-sized tomatoes… Li Peng’s altered seeds had greatly changed the world. Sometime in the future, when he threw a 5-star altered seed he had altered on Saturn, a humongous tree grew out of it, covering the entire planet and terraforming it into a habitable one."

Update: (12/17/22) Chapter 131 is now released! WARNING! — All chapters labeled with R18+ will have either intense sexual themes, topics of suicide or self-harm, or intense graphic detail. READ AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION. Volume 2 chapters will now be released! Aries: Volume 1 is now complete as of March 28, 2022! *Disclaimer: Mature Audiences Recommended. 18+, Gore, Blood, Strong Language, Sexual Themes, Violence, Drug Reference, Use of Alcohol, and Dark and Suggestive Themes* Ryo Nakai is a 21-year-old ex-Yakuza shut-in who lives in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. He faces an identity crisis after nearly fatally injuring a student as a child, resulting in him running away from home and joining a gang to suppress his pain. Years later, he abandons the Yakuza and spends nine years living alone with a conflicted heart. After being forced to rejoin the Yakuza with his closest friend Sez Fuma, the gang pulls off a heist to steal a special artifact in a laboratory. When the plan goes haywire, Ryo finds himself trapped in a massive terraforming landscape known as Aries. Ryo later encounters April Springwell, a wealthy young prodigy. Joined by his compassionate sister Sumire, Ryo joins a police task force and is thrust into a new world; a world of mystery, compassion, and romance. Together, joined with a cast of diverse characters of Japanese and alien descent, Ryo and his friends must come together and solve a mysterious case that threatens their world. Ryo leaves behind a trail of guilt and misguidance based on the actions of his childhood and seeks redemption to correct the mistakes he once made.

after over 300 years 2 apocalypses and the return of magic and what remains of humanity on earth lives in the 13 city's these city's built around the massive terraformers but when the greatest threat that ever faced humanity bars its fangs at these city's its humanity finds a unlikely hero but can you really fight fire with fire

[If you're interested in this book, check out my other book My Lovely Hair and don't get the wrong Idea, it isn't romance] "A young black boy " "Names Autry Gregson" "..." "is thrown into a hellish wo-" "My man said hellish, cuz are you on crack?" "BRO SHUT UP I CREATED YOU!" "say less" "big man ting fam Autry you tryna take the mick?" "Patten up fam I ain't do sh*t u just saying the wrong words" "... bro ur not hard calm down" "..." "watch Lemmy do it right cuz like I Autry is obviously better at this" "say less" "So basically yeah, the whole world was f*ckign terraformed or some shit by some alien guy and we got 3 random abilities through some lottery sh*t yeah and yeah" "... the f*ck was that?" "dunno" //////////// PS: Use of very strong Language* ////////////

In a parallel world, a man’s life is tragically cut short, only for him to awaken in a different body, gifted with an extraordinary power—a mysterious system that accelerates his mastery in every endeavor. With newfound determination, he sets his sights on building a technological empire that transcends the boundaries of human achievement. Follow the journey of our ambitious protagonist as he harnesses his unparalleled skills and unravels the secrets of science and technology. From unlocking the mysteries of physics to manipulating the forces of chemistry, and delving into the intricacies of biology, he spearheads groundbreaking advancements that revolutionize the very fabric of this parallel world. Yet, his ambitions extend far beyond earthly confines. Fueled by an unyielding passion, he endeavors to lead humanity towards interstellar conquest, propelling civilization to the stars. From terraforming distant planets to unraveling the secrets of immortality, he forges a path towards an intergalactic future, where humanity’s reach knows no bounds. However, as he pushes the boundaries of scientific progress, he must confront formidable challenges, navigate treacherous rivalries, and confront the ethical dilemmas that arise from wielding such immense power. Will his pursuit of technological dominance lead to an unparalleled utopia or plunge this parallel world into unforeseen chaos?

"Blessings" The principle that governs the magical world. where a person can receive his/her previous memories back on earth. The concept itself is a mystery, that humanity has yet to solve. From Lamborn village, there was a boy who just received his blessing and found out he was previously a 50-year-old unemployed cockfighting addict. With that information how will his journey unfold, now that his previous rooster became his companion in the magical world?

IF YOU SUFFER FROM MENTAL HEALTH SIMILAR TO MINE YOU MAY FIND THIS BOOK A TRIGGER WARNING. BOTH CHARACTERS CREATED SUFFER FROM A MENTAL HEALTH THAT I STRUGGLE WITH DAILY. I CHOSE THIS FORMAT DUE TO THE HIDDEN WORKINGS BEHIND THE SCENES. The story of two soldiers, looking in all corners of Ovisia for the ways to change the world. the endless war between their peoples & the Stellari has been ongoing since the days they resided in the Aleathan Domain. Now the only thing that remains is whether or not they can revive the wyldelands and start the process of uniting the peoples that have suffered for so long.

5 years, that was the length of time Riley and his sister were able to survive the apocalypse, the beginning of the Fantastical era. Demons heard only from myths, games and legends came down to earth enslaving and massacring all of mankind, civilizations destroyed, countries turned into wastelands. With their arrival came the terraforming of earth, mountain eructed in the middle of cities, monsters spawned from the forest, dragons flew the sky. Humans? They gained one hope, minuscule as it was, a status screen that allowed people to know and understand what talents they had and how to even use mana, a new resource now abundant in the air. Riley and his sister lived both on luck and the scarce hunting skills Riley learnt from their father as a youth, straying from group to group until they found a team of people they could trust, even call family. But with any hope in the Fantastical era, it was quickly crushed, a demonic lord found their group and massacred it leave none alive. Riley found himself on the floor his breath slowly stopping, his friends dead and his sister taken. As the light faded away and he was met with darkness, Riley found himself in a room with a man in front of him. "You will be reincarnated in another world" Another world? That could be damned, he couldn't live happily elsewhere knowing the state of his world. Riley swore to himself that he'd return, stronger than before, destroy the demons, free mankind and save his sister at all costs...

Written in a first-person point of view, Journey of Accluciid is a Sci-Fi adventure novel that puts you in the story with a gender-neutral nickname. Characters never refer to you as "he" or "she" and only address you by your nickname. Mapping The Stars: Journey of Accluciid is the inspiration of living the life of an explorer in a vastly unexplored galaxy. After surviving a life-changing event, you join a crew of explorers at a space station who are in need of an extra crew member after their previous one lost their life due to an encounter with hostile space life. From there, you travel through the stars, mapping out the vast uncharted territories of the Accluciid Galaxy - an enormous dazzling galaxy that is home to over 800-trillion stars and filled with countless threats that await you in your travels. Are you bold enough to brave this adventure through space? Or will you pass it up and let the next person take it? Inspired by Star Wars: Rebels, Elite Dangerous, No Man's Sky, and Stellaris.

After the Collision and then the Flash, a mass extinction event that completely terraformed Earth as the Moon crashed into its surface, Earth had started anew and humanity had a second chance at realizing themselves. The newly struggling and evolving humans developed extremely heat resistant bodies and abilities that people were granted by new technologies created by the super conglomerate: PlaSma Technologies. But now the Moon is known as the Great Crater, a Testament of the people of Olde Society. Along with leaving monuments and famous pieces of human history floating in earth's exosphere. While the West has been able to redevelop quickly, Dexter Xin is stuck in the recently reformed New Midland Continent colony of New Merica. But even with this new change in setting, Dexter seems unwilling to be vulnerable to other's affection. An attribute that just might get him killed.

200 years into the future, a war for the control over the new Noxius Sector rages on between 3 factions — IGF[Intergalactic Force], Terraformers [Army hired to protect the interest of the Corponations & their business], Legion [Separatists]. Other systems that are colonized are Prime Sector[Solar System], Andromeda Sector

Welcome to a novel im doing for the hell of it since idk ? world sucks at the moment so i will do a little story, updates will be random. Plz no hateful comments about grammar or get mad because the story not leading into what you want, if you don’t like it you can leave nobody wants you here anyways. Its about space ships, technology, terraforming worlds all that good shit you respect from space novels. Novel made up fan fiction nothing but peer entreatment not to profit off it or anything of the sort.

1000 years after the Fallout, the Earth slowly regain its ecosytems as the Druids terraforms the Nuclear Wastelands into habitable dominions. Fallout Shelters gained advantage from the legacies of the old world they inherited and used to terraform the nuclear wasteland. But Legacies are everywhere and any Legacy Hunter may find their fortune, hidden beneath the ruins of the old world. This story begins when a young elf, dreaming to be a druid and terraform a piece of Wasteland into his own land tried to sell the artifact he found to gain the money and the connections he needed so he can study in the cherished University of SimCity. Only those who have gained a doctoral title may enter the Druid Academy and learned the knowledges the Circles of Druid needed to terraform the Wasteland, and the Universities only allows those with proficient knowledge to further their study there...

The greatest warrior in the Sovereign Alliance is forced into a millennia old battle tournament where factions live on a purpose built Combat World. The combatants are not only from all over the universe but also different times. The new champion's are a crew of 16th century pirates that have no idea what they are in. The warrior Clyko befriends a Star Child, one of the most powerful beings in the universe. Together with the pirates they plan their escape, and to bring down the controllers of the game, a criminal off-shoot of the Blue Sovereign. The Red Sovereign. The battles take place on a purpose built planet that can be instantly terraformed making the contest more interesting. Back on Earth a Universal Drug Enforcement agent gets wind of this tournament and begins exploring the vast underworld of the universe.

Notice: Terraform is a short piece of prose written for the Writing Prompts Contest #15: Cyberpunk. In a nearby star system, a war had been ravaging two planets and their people, killing off most of the population. Timothy Williams stopped the deaths by forcing the whole star system into a time loop before escaping to the Sol System. Little did he know, some of his greatest opponents also snuck out during the complicated situation... *************** This story is kind of like a prototype that could be used for a long novel series. Of course, since the writing contest was only announced a few days ago, only this piece of prose is submitted. If "Terraform" becomes unexpectedly popular, I might consider serializing this novel.