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Historical Record
In 2093, the research vessel USCSS Prometheus arrives at LV‑223 following archaeological findings on Earth that point toward a progenitor species known as the Engineers. The team surveys artificial structures, maps interior chambers, and analyzes atmospheric anomalies. Early samples indicate advanced bio‑engineering and weaponization. As the expedition progresses, the crew documents evidence of extinct Engineer occupants and volatile fluids that alter organic matter on contact.
By 2094, the mission shifts from discovery to containment. Medical protocols, quarantine barriers, and remote probes become standard procedure as the team assesses contamination risk. The expedition’s logs, sensor captures, and specimen analyses become foundational to later xeno‑biology guidelines. Prometheus sets a precedent: archaeological curiosity must balance with planetary protection and crew safety whenever abandoned alien facilities are detected.