The Hard Switch

Ada, Haika, and Mallic are scavenging for parts to make a living, but when the mineral that makes inter-system jumps runs out, they will be stuck where they are. The discovery of a new wreck could unlock a new kind of interstellar transit.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 100 pages
Publication date: 07 May 2024
Publisher: Avery Hill Publishing Limited

Ada, Haika, and Mallic are on a mission, one last mission, before everything, everywhere shuts down. They are raiding old, abandoned spaceships and wrecks for the (sometimes expensive) parts, and they make just enough money to get by. But living their nomadic, exploring life is not sustainable when they can't afford fuel anymore. The time is coming when the mineral that makes inter-system jumps possible runs out. When it does, the scattered inhabitants of the vast galaxy will be stuck where they are. Everything will be different... unless the discovery in the latest wreck Ada, Haika, and Mallic are scavenging can unlock a whole new kind of interstellar transit.

Ada, Haika, and Mallic are three adventurous individuals who have chosen a life of exploration and scavenging in the vast expanse of the galaxy. They travel from one abandoned spaceship to another, searching for valuable parts that they can sell to make a living. While their lifestyle may seem unconventional, it is the only way they can survive in a world where resources are scarce and money is hard to come by.

One day, as they were scavenging a particularly old and damaged spaceship, they stumbled upon a strange object that glowed with an otherworldly light. Intrigued, they decided to take it back to their ship and examine it further. As they studied the object, they realized that it was a powerful energy source that could enable them to travel interstellar distances without the need for fuel.

Excited by this discovery, Ada, Haika, and Mallic began to plan their next adventure. They knew that this energy source could change their lives forever and that they had a responsibility to use it wisely. They set out on a mission to find other abandoned spaceships and wrecks that might contain similar energy sources, and they were determined to unlock the secrets of the universe.

As they traveled through space, they encountered many challenges and obstacles. They faced dangerous pirates, encountered treacherous storms, and even had to deal with rival scavengers who were willing to do anything to get their hands on the valuable energy sources they were searching for. But they were determined to succeed, and they used their wits and their skills to overcome every obstacle that came their way.

Finally, after months of searching, they found a ship that contained a massive energy source. They were able to extract the energy source and use it to power their ship, allowing them to travel interstellar distances without the need for fuel. They were overjoyed by their discovery and knew that it could change the course of human history.

With their newfound power, Ada, Haika, and Mallic set out to explore the galaxy and discover new worlds. They traveled to distant planets, encountered alien species, and learned about the secrets of the universe. They were amazed by what they saw and experienced, and they knew that they had a responsibility to share their knowledge and discoveries with the rest of the world.

In the end, Ada, Haika, and Mallic's discovery of the energy source changed the course of human history. It enabled people to travel to distant planets and explore the universe in ways that were previously impossible. It also inspired a new generation of scientists and explorers to continue the search for new knowledge and discoveries.

As they looked out at the vast expanse of the galaxy, Ada, Haika, and Mallic knew that they had made a difference. They had unlocked the secrets of the universe and had shown that anything was possible if you were willing to work hard and never give up. And they knew that they would continue to explore the galaxy, one adventure at a time, for as long as they lived.

Weight: 304g
Dimension: 171 x 240 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781910395837