>>5730182The four of them start discussing foods, even Videl starting to add to the conversation, while 16, 19, and Giru stick a bit closer to Kikono. As tempted as you are to add your own input, you decide to approach him as well. “So, do you have any ideas on the history of this rogue planet might be, Mr. Kikono? Theories? Because there are things like the canyon bisecting the world. visible from even long-range scans, that have certainly piqued my own curiosity.”
He is just a bit annoyed, but he brings up a datapad to humor you. “My current theory is that it was a ecumenopolis ejected from its home system in a dramatic cataclysm, perhaps the same one that caused the notable physical feature you just mentioned. It could have been sent adrift the equivalent of thousands, likely millions of cycles prior, given its current position. The cataclysm could be natural or unnatural in nature, the result of a gamma ray burst or massive impact, or even intentional destruction. We do have evidence of certain ancient beings causing untold chaos in the deep past, such as the ancient being Majin Buu.”
That catches you by surprise, but upon considering it, it does make sense. “That could explain why it remained effectively hidden for so long. It also likely means any civilization on it is long-dead…” you note sadly. You know the Machine Mutants likely won’t care about building on top of an ancient graveyard, especially given the true nature of M2, but… still leaves a bit of a sour taste in your mouth.
“Giru-Giru, accumulated damage from eons of interstellar and intergalactic travel could present problems for any organic and mechanical life forms reaching the surface. Radiation shielding highly recommended if no suitable magnetic field exists, along with space suits capable of surviving in case of minimal atmosphere.”
“My barriers should be able to withstand any cosmic rays if they present a problem.” 19 notes. “16 likewise has sufficient shielding to protect himself.”
Kikono looks again at the datapad, frowning slightly. “Yes, well, we have prepared for occasions such as that.”
All of you reach the docking bay, approaching the spaceship previously used on the Black Star Dragon Ball hunt. Not that far away is a smaller and sleeker craft that Kikono and Lemo head towards. “At full speed, we should be within high orbit range of our target planet in about an hour.” Maple announces. “Irico will be joining us on our ship, and Kikono and Lemo’s vessel will be leaving ahead of us. Anyone have any questions before we get things started?”
>A. Nope! All good here! Let’s go!>B. Should one of us stick with them, just in case they run into trouble?>C. Uncle Raditz, was this all the Patrol could offer you? Kinda figured Mr. Jaco over there would tag along>D. Something else? 