Short answer: Thirdspace is set in 2261 (mid–Season 4).
Spoiler-safe context: An archaeological discovery becomes a station-wide threat, forcing uneasy cooperation among rivals.
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Historical Record
In 2261 an archaeological recovery brings a dormant construct into Babylon 5’s jurisdiction. What begins as a scientific haul turns into a sector‑wide emergency as the artifact’s true purpose becomes clearer. Survey craft and work crews coordinate around a growing exclusion zone while Command imposes traffic restrictions through the local jumpgate. Researchers race to profile energy signatures and interface protocols; telepaths provide critical observations as leadership weighs escalating countermeasures.
The incident demonstrates both the promise and peril of frontier science. It forces the station to synchronize military readiness with academic inquiry, and it reminds the council that not every technology is meant to be awakened. After‑action reports revise salvage policies, require deeper xenoarchaeological reviews, and codify rapid‑response authority when unknown artifacts threaten navigation safety. The memory of the “thirdspace” crisis endures as a cautionary note whenever a find promises power without context.
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FAQ
Q: When does Babylon 5: Thirdspace take place?
A: It happens in 2261 , mid–Season 4.