The Nature of Intelligence: Prologue

Credit to SpacePaladin15 for The Nature of Predators

**Transcription Log: Node 4 "Murphy's Law"**

Date \[United Nations timekeeping\]: July 11, 2136

The Odyssey: Is sufficient for testing our FTL drives on less redundant crew. Is sufficient for survey of relevant exoplanets. Is likely sufficient for the unharmed transport of a Quarter-Ton. Conclusion: The Odyssey is sufficient for testing purposes.

The Odyssey: Is sufficient for the cooling of a Quarter-Ton, up to 35% usage. Is sufficient for compatibility with most theorized alternative computer designs. Is sufficient for rapid learning of most theorized alternative language conventions. Conclusion: The Odyssey is technically sufficient for peaceful first contact Request: Modification of cooling system. **\[Request Denied - Unreasonable Delay\]**

The Odyssey: Is incapable of evasive maneuvers. Is unarmed. Has insufficient defenses. Cannot relay information through FTL methods at relevant speeds. Conclusion: The Odyssey is insufficient for hostile first contact. Request: **\[SUPPRESSED\]** Request: Dead man's switch output increased to 8. **\[Accepted - Priority Modified\]**

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