ARCHIVED: Xentherida's Nuclear Test

Xentherida

Xentherida

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It was a barren, rocky atoll, five thousand kilometres away from the northern-western coast Giqvista, and even further from Ceretis. It was utterly uninhabited, so much so that even microbes, such as bacterium or even the basic amoeba did not reside on this. No plants, no organisms, nothing. Just a grey, rugged torus of basalt, with a filthy brown lagoon of water in the middle, the latter of which had been used for decades of chemical dumping. The mix of chemicals - mainly iodine and chlorine - killed bacterium and made it almost impossible for any microbe to live in the lagoon. These factors gave this particular atoll the name of "Death Atoll" by the few who had heard of its existence. It was also a prime location for a nuclear test.

In the meantime, in Xentherida, the time was six o'clock. It was summer, and the sun defied time by staying high up, as if it was refusing to set. Droves of workers flooded the motorways, each desperate to get back home where they could relax with an ice cold beverage and enjoy the evening. Children played in the parks, with their parents watching them from a nearby bench, while attempting to hold a conversation with another adult at the same time. In the meantime, the news was on, and there was a headline - BREAKING NEWS: XENTHERIDAN NUCLEAR WEAPON TEST ANNOUNCED. The camera cut to the newsreader talking to the screen in a dramatic voice.

"...And, breaking news just in. The Prime Minister has announced his decision to test a nuclear device on the far north, life-lacking atoll known as Death Atoll. An announcement was made less than ten minutes ago, by the Prime Minster himself. Here is the video."

The scene changed from the newsroom to a screen of Adam Reitano's face, in front of the fireplace of No. 3 Cosonia Avenue.

"In light of the recent Great War, and current Cold War between Nebula and Syrixia, Xentherida has decided that it is in its best intentions to detonate a nuclear device. We wish to make ourselves known to the world as a nuclear power, and that we are not to be trifled with. A device as such is for our own safety; as a deterrent, should any nation desire to infringe on Xentherida's sovereignty. A fifteen megaton fission device, with a core made out of a synthesised hunk of Californium-251, will be detonated underground - as so to minimize the fallout from such an enormous explosion - within a week. The bomb has already been constructed, and preparations for launch are already in action. With this, we leave a warning; dare infringe on our sovereignty, and we will not hesitate to detonate such a device. While we will never use it in offence - which is an infringement on our Constitution - we will not tolerate any attack on any areas under our authorization.

Scientists are welcome, from any nation, to study the explosion; prior they have the correct authorization from their home country. This is the first nuclear weapon detonation by Xentherida, and the first californium nuclear explosion, along with the first nuclear explosion made from synthesised material. The explosion will be broadcasted live on television to any nations who wish to view it; for secrecy is unsurprisingly difficult to attain when such a device is detonated."

Back to the newsroom, and the newsreader continued with a neutral expression - but was that a hint of apprehension, even worry? - but soon that glance of expression faded and she continued. "In other news..."


EDIT: It is not an atmospheric test, I made a mistake (forgot to change it to underground).
The lagoon in the middle harbours no life, as it was used for chemical dumping, which would kill any fish or microbes. Iodine and chlorine were the main chemicals to be dumped, and the silt in the lake is mainly worn-down basalt.
 
Sadakoyama not only would like to observe this test, we would like to offer you the opportunity to have some of our technicians to oversee your design and assist with the detonation, and as well we offer you the use of our weather tracking resources and data to help minimize the fallout.

If you do not wish to take advantage of our expertise (and we can understand you may have national security concerns), We would like to recommend you consider a stationary detonation as a safer alternative to a missile launch, and would also invite you to consider a smaller detonation; a 1 Megaton (or smaller) test would get the point you wish to make across with much less danger and a smaller environmental impact. 15Mt is a big badda-boom to test on your first go, especially if you are launching it instead of using a stationary detonation.

Sadakoyama is committed to remaining militarily neutral and respects your desire to have means to defend yourself, including a nuclear deterrent.
 
The Minister of Science, Andrea Reeder would like to observe the test and be cleared to observe not only launch data from the nuclear shell, but other pieces of information related to the launch, drop, and detonation of the nuclear shell. Although this location is known for its lack of life, Minister Burns would like to send out a rover to data test the area for any sign of life and if we do find life, Guslantis would like to extract it for testing.
 
To reply to each nation's inquiries, a public announcement was broadcasted to each country's governments.

To Sadakoyama: While we are grateful for your offer to assist us, we would like to politely decline, as the bomb (albeit currently unarmed) has already been created and is at the scene. Already there are measures to prevent fallout; the explosion will be underground, and the smallest possible amount of Californium is being used. Despite using the smallest amount possible of Californium, however, it releases an enormous blast yield, and 15MT was the smallest possible (although this is a "worst case scenario". This test, while also to deter any potential attackers, will be to analyse the use of synthesised materials and californium as potentials for a nuclear explosion.
Finally, we thank you for acknowledging and understanding the reasons for this test. Your scientists are welcome to watch from the HMS Impression, provided they bring letters of confirmation.

To Plembobria: The main reasons for this test is to learn about the potentials of synthesised materials and californium for nuclear potentials (not only weapons, but for producing electricity). However, this is also for a darker reason; with the current Cold War, we are reinforcing the fact that we will not tolerate any attempt to violate our sovereignty.

To Guslantis: Andrea Reeder is welcome to observe the test from the HMS Impression, provided she has letters of confirmation. However, prior to this test, multiple tests have been conducted to test for life, and all of the tests have come up negative. However, provided you are in time, you are perfectly welcome to conduct tests on the island.

To Nebula: Your scientists are perfectly welcome to observe the explosion from the HMS Impression, provided they have letters of confirmation.
 
Not particularly. It has taken a long time to synthesise a stable enough - and the right size - to be used in a missile. They then have to be assembled perfectly, programmed to detonate at the correct moment. These could not be mass produced efficiently, for the sheer amount of effort required to build just one.
 
Xentherida:
To Sadakoyama: While we are grateful for your offer to assist us, we would like to politely decline, as the bomb (albeit currently unarmed) has already been created and is at the scene. Already there are measures to prevent fallout; the explosion will be underground, and the smallest possible amount of Californium is being used. Despite using the smallest amount possible of Californium, however, it releases an enormous blast yield, and 15MT was the smallest possible (although this is a "worst case scenario". This test, while also to deter any potential attackers, will be to analyse the use of synthesised materials and californium as potentials for a nuclear explosion.
Finally, we thank you for acknowledging and understanding the reasons for this test. Your scientists are welcome to watch from the HMS Impression, provided they bring letters of confirmation.
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A few concerns:

We are confused as to the manner this test will be carried out. Your first announcement indicated an atmosphere burst via a launched missile, now you claim the detonation will occur underground to contain fallout.

Second, you state are so unfamiliar with the properties of the material being used you are unsure as to the exact yield of the device. Further, you indicate that 15Mt is the "least possible yield", yet you call this the "worst case scenario". We entreat you again to at minimum please allow us review your calculations to at least ensure the observers are at a safe distance.

Third, we are unsure as to the nature of your concern regarding this authorization you request. In the interests of intellectual freedom and integrity Sadakhan scientists are not accustom to obtaining permission from the administration to perform such basic observations as this.

Fourth, if it would be acceptable and a correct assessment of the minimum safe distance can be determined, we would like to bring our own science vessel, the USDKY Oleg Lavrentiev, which is equipped with our highest sensitivity radiological detectors and other instruments, as well as accident containment equipment in case of unfortunate events. It is the vessel we have used to monitor our own tests.
 
The Empire of Kannex would like to send a delegation of scientists from the University of Weiterburg and other prestigious universities to attend the detonation. In addition, we would also like to have our frigate der Phönix to monitor the test.
 
To the Government of Xentherida,

Members of the Dayward National Laboratory, Ceretian Department of Defense, and the Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on behalf of the Kingdom Republic of Ceretis seek to observe the tests being conducted. We as well seek to understanding the test methods being utilized as there is a significant difference between an atmospheric and an underground test. If the tests are above ground, we seek to understand the expected height of the detonation.

As our nation has significant experience in this field of nuclear weapons and research we ask that you allow our technicians the ability to review your device, testing methods, and calculations as well to prevent significant unintended harm to observers and neighboring nations.

We would suggest due to the unusual nature of the material being tested that a 15MT yield is excessive and a smaller device in the low kt range would be more appropriate to mitigate risk. If all goes well with the smaller devices and tests you can easily test your 15MT device with greater certainty to safety.

Whom do you require our observers to obtain authorization from?

Last, we will be observing these tests closely and will be sending both naval and research vessels to the area as observers as well as providing containment in case of any unforeseen incidents. We will be sending Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration global class research ships OAAS Aurora and OAAS Belafonte equipped with Hydrographic, Oceanographic, Atmospheric, Fishery, Naval, and Radiological equipment to observe these tests. We would also like observers aboard the HMS Impression.
 
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To HRH, King Christian III, to the Royal family, to Prime Minister Adam Reitano, to the goverment of Xentherida and to the people of Xentherida:

On behalf of the government of New Aquilia and the people it serves, we outright condemn this action by the sovereign government of Xentherida on grounds of both environmental protection and in the name of peace. While we understand Xentherida's need to assert its own sovereignty during this period of world events, we reject the manner in which your government is choosing to do so in the strongest terms.

New Aquilia will not be sending in observers to watch this display and we will be taking measures to stem further actions from your government or any other government that seeks to condemn Eve to a nuclear winter should war break out. We will continue to seek out peaceful,diplomatic solutions while we maintain our own sovereignty. Should your government continue in such a fashion, we shall look to establish sanctions on your countries exports to New Aquilia till such time as you are in compliance with our own wishes.


This is a sad day for Eve and one in which, I hope we can steer away from before the sad day turns into sad years.


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Official Communicate from the Most Serene Republic of Syrixia:
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-OFFICIAL COMMUNICATE FROM THE MOST SERENE REPUBLIC OF SYRIXIA-​

To: The Grand Federation of Xentherida
From: The Most Serene Republic of Syrixia

The Most Serene Republic is interested in the possibility of observation of the Death Atoll nuclear test. As such, we will be sending one of our ships, a scientific ship, the SSV Reliant, to observe and gather data. On board will be a team of elite Syrixian scientists and engineers, the latter being present incase the Grand Federation needs assistance with the testing. If the Grand Federation and/or any of its officials have any questions to ask us, please do not hesitate to ask. Our scientists are en route following the release of this message.

Sincerely,

Alfred Nursson
Prime Minister of Syrixia

Shaw Atlas
Syrixian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Culture​
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With this announcement by our southern neighbor, the other Consul's and I have consulted with the Councilors of the Estate who have authorized a research ship to observe the test and report back. As such, the Estate has dispatched the RCF Radharc Raven Ar with a full contingent of nuclear scientists from the Skysong Organization for Nuclear Research to observe the test. The RCF Radharc Raven Ar is normally stationed at Ardal Tri where Skysong is located but following this authorization, the ship is en route to Nova Roma to re-fuel before heading to the test site.

All the best,
Marcius Sylventia
Consul Terrae
 
As official permission from the government was asked, I, Mikita Elizabeth Nowe, Governor of Pigletville, on behalf of Her Majesty, Queen Leah Charles of Augustus Town, do hereby give Minister Andrea Reeder and Minister Alicia Burns full permission to study the results of this nuclear test and use it as they see fit, so long as the Queen and the Cabinet both receive copies of all data collected not only from the tests, but actions performed by the two aforementioned individuals and any person they designate to assist them. Guslant satellites will now begin scanning the area for life, while an unmanned Guslant rover begins tests as well. As it is easier for our tests to be sent to Xentherida than to the busy metropolis of Pigletville, if your scientists do not mind, we would like them to look over the data and report back to us if any sign of life is found, and if an organism is found, we will send an extraction command to the rover, and we will airlift the rover back to Carrotopolis. If you could give us a preliminary warning before detonation, we would like to retrieve the rover regardless of its success or failure, as it is expensive equipment. We do realize the concerns of radiation, and as such, will quarantine the rover and any life found when it reaches Carrotopolis.

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Governor of Pigletville
 
Piscivore:
A few concerns:

We are confused as to the manner this test will be carried out. Your first announcement indicated an atmosphere burst via a launched missile, now you claim the detonation will occur underground to contain fallout.

Second, you state are so unfamiliar with the properties of the material being used you are unsure as to the exact yield of the device. Further, you indicate that 15Mt is the "least possible yield", yet you call this the "worst case scenario". We entreat you again to at minimum please allow us review your calculations to at least ensure the observers are at a safe distance.

Third, we are unsure as to the nature of your concern regarding this authorization you request. In the interests of intellectual freedom and integrity Sadakhan scientists are not accustom to obtaining permission from the administration to perform such basic observations as this.

Fourth, if it would be acceptable and a correct assessment of the minimum safe distance can be determined, we would like to bring our own science vessel, the USDKY Oleg Lavrentiev, which is equipped with our highest sensitivity radiological detectors and other instruments, as well as accident containment equipment in case of unfortunate events. It is the vessel we have used to monitor our own tests.
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More announcements were made and broadcasted to nations' governments, direct from the Xentheridan Senate.

To Sadakayoma:

OOC: For the first one, I made a mistake in the speech which has been corrected. It is an underground detonation, but I wrote it as atmospheric, which I forgot to change. Hence why they're saying that there never was anything atmospheric, etc.

For your first point, we would like to state that we have always said the detonation would be underground. An atmospheric test would be too risky, with a new element and the fact that it is synthesised, both factors of which could cause issue.

Secondly, our scientists always calculate everything as a worse case scenario along with their original calculations. While we announce that 15MT is the yield, this is actually to be smaller; a worse case scenario would be the bomb being too big. Calculations have revealed to be an 8MT blast, although it can vary from 3MT to 15MT, depending if certain factors occcur; whether a large percentage of californium atoms split, and whether it successfully splits quickly in a supercritical mass, rather than sustainably in a critical mass.

Thirdly, unfortunately all on-site viewers, even Xentheridan, require permission to view the bomb. In fact, should they arrive on time, they can study the unarmed bomb, but authorization is required to make sure they are not saboteurs. While we do value intellectual freedom and integrity, we cannot put the lives of anyone in danger. If it should be sabotaged, then the consequences could be immeasurable.

Finally, you are welcome to bring a science vessel. Any efforts to assist us in our test are valued. However, again, please do not forget to radio HMS Impression to inform them of why you are here; any fishing vessels, for instance, around the area are not allowed to fish, should they be caught in a potential blast.

To Kannex:
Your scientists are welcome to observe the explosion, provided they bring letters of authentication. Also, if they wish to see the (unarmed) bomb, they will need to board the HMS Impression.

To Ceretis:
The detonation is below ground, but to measure its force we will also utilize a seismograph. Also, your scientists are perfectly welcome to observe the explosion, provided they have letters of authentication from the head of state/government. Your technicians can also examine the (unarmed) bomb before it is carried off to be armed and detonated.

To New Aquilia:
We sadly acknowledge your condemnation, however would like to state that this is not purely for deterring any attackers. It is also to examine the potential of synthesised material and californium for a nuclear fuel. These two can contribute to the potential of a safer, less expensive and more efficient version of nuclear power.

Also, there will be no fallout, nor environmental damage, as the detonation will be half a kilometre underground, and on one of the most, if not the most, deserted, lifeless places on Eve. At most, a small tremor (barely registrable) will occur.

Penultimately, we can only use nuclear weapons as a deterrent. Should the extremely unlikely event that Xentherida's sovereignty be violated, then we will only threaten to use them in retaliation, as is stated in our constitution. However, should they continue, the population will be escorted into bunkers in case a retaliation from the attacking nations occurs. Finally, we would like to state that we still do use diplomacy, and very often. While we are turning away from using military means to solve a conflict, we are turning quickly to diplomacy.

To Syrixia: Thank you for the offer of engineers, but the entire process has already been planned down to the meticulous detail, so we must politely decline. Also, for those who are coming to observe, letters of confirmation.

To Kalti: Your scientists are perfectly welcome to observe the detonation, although they require letters of confirmation. However, they are also permitted to examine the (unarmed) bomb before it is carted off to be armed and detonated.

To Guslantis: Your letter of confirmation has been accepted, and Andrea Reeder and Minister Alicia Burns are welcome to observe the explosion from the HMS Impression. To add to this, Andrea and Alicia are also permitted to observe the (unarmed) bomb itself before it is carted off to be armed and detonated. We also will collect the data and send over a copy as soon as possible. Prior to detonation, hourly warnings (starting from 12 hours) are given to the detonation of the device, at which time you may pick up the rover. The bomb itself will not be placed and armed until the final three hours. There should also be no concerns of irradiation to the rover, as no other nuclear devices have been detonated on this atoll before.
 
Sytarenne sanctions Xentherida for making Nuclear Weapons and testing it out of nowhere <_<
Sytarenne has a better Defense Force, Manufacturing Sector, and even Lower Arms Manufacturing Sector then Xentherida, and a almost-same amount of Intelligence, so we believe Xentherida will have bad results for Nuclear Weapons, and if they succeed it would mean Sytarenne could make their own Nuclear Weapons, that could possibly be better.

(OOC: I'm acting like this because that's how my nation is supposed to be like)
 
(OOC: Don't remember you doing anything like that, but I'm sure your weapons won't be powerful if other nations have it also. It's like money, if you are the only one having a dollar, you are rich, if everyone else has a dollar, it doesn't matter anymore, and also btw Syrixia and you don't have really any relationship with Sytarenne, except Syrixia might have embassies)
 
Sytarenne:
Sytarenne has a better Defense Force, Manufacturing Sector, and even Lower Arms Manufacturing Sector then Xentherida, and a almost-same amount of Intelligence, so we believe Xentherida will have bad results for Nuclear Weapons, and if they succeed it would mean Sytarenne could make their own Nuclear Weapons, that could possibly be better.
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(OOC: That was a bit vain. I know you think your country is the best in the world but if you want your country to be the best in the world for real stop just saying it and RP it so it really is one of the best. :duh: )

Xentherida may consider this their letter of confirmation. Our ships have just passed Malvad, and are approaching Lausse, where they will go around to reach Xentherida. From there we will go through the sea west of Xentherida and up to Death Atoll.
 
(OOC: The letter written by the Consul Terrae should suffice as he is one of the leaders of Callaici. If you require further confirmation, I can have President Nightsong send a letter but it would be redundant and say the same thing as what the Consul said.)
 
Above Death Atoll, an orange helicopter airlifting a rover flew towards the center of the atoll. Inside, Alicia Burns was watching the flight path of helicopter and planning the drop of the rover. Reeder watched with curiosity as her fellow Cabinet member was studying the data. "Wind gust is minimal, prepare for Tiffle to drop," said Alicia to the crew. "Tiffle?", asked Reeder. "TFL, or Test For Life. I nicknamed her Tiffle," said Alicia. "Ma'm, ten seconds until drop," said Ayuda. "Roger that. Prepare for TFL drop in T-8," said Alicia. When she saw all of the signs were clear, she pressed the drop button and on the outside, the rover began to fall from the sky. The rover began to accelerate as it fell toward the Atoll. "Fire the drogue chute. She is coming in too hot," commanded Burns. The rover released the drogue chute, which in turn, pulled out the parachute. The rover extended its wheels, and safely landed on the Atoll. It cut its parachute, and extended its head. "Running TFL program. All data should be sent to the appropriate frequency in Xentherida and if a sign of life is found, the message should be sent to the Worley Research Center in Carrotopolis, where the Associate Minister of Science will send the extraction command and the rover will prepare itself for airlift. Regardless of its status. At six hours until launch, a Ministry helicopter is ordered to retrieve the rover and bring it back to WRC," commanded Burns as the helicopter turned to head to the site of the bomb observation.
 
Sytarenne:
Sytarenne sanctions Xentherida for making Nuclear Weapons and testing it out of nowhere <_<
Sytarenne has a better Defense Force, Manufacturing Sector, and even Lower Arms Manufacturing Sector then Xentherida, and a almost-same amount of Intelligence, so we believe Xentherida will have bad results for Nuclear Weapons, and if they succeed it would mean Sytarenne could make their own Nuclear Weapons, that could possibly be better.
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In response to the Sytarenne sanctions, we argue that this is not a basis for a sanction, merely the fact that you can produce better weapons. Multiple simulations have been run, and so far the recent majority of tests have proved successful. Also, we protest; why should we be sanctioned for a nuclear test, when other nations have also tested and been overseen? In conclusion, we request you withdraw your sanctions.

Sytarenne, I don't use my NS stats, they're barely anything like my nation actually is, and usually not canon for others. My nation has a strong defence, small manufacturing sector (11% of GDP) and moderate arms manufacturing, along with a populace with a higher-than-average intelligence, due to the large amount of funding to education (W$157 billion (USD$301 billion) per year (14% of budget)).
The Syrixian scientists are now permitted to board the HMS Impression and examine the bomb, and either view the detonation from their ship or ours; their choice to make. In the mean time, the ship will simply need to radio the HMS Impression to remind them that you are permitted to come near the area; unauthorized ships (e.g. fishing ships) are refused to enter the area unless they are authorized, which the Syrixian ship is.

In the mean time, the Kaltian ships have the correct authorization, as it was previously misread. They too need to radio the HMS Impression to inform them of their authorization.

In terms of the rover landing, so far no data has shown any signs of life, although barely one quarter of the 20 square kilometer atoll has been examined. However, we have doubts that there will be life, although the Guslantis-built rover may find something that Xentheridan probes have overlooked.


Finally, we would like to announce that Ceretian scientists and engineers have been accepted to examine the test, should they find any anomalies in it. They are to examine the test area, the four sub-critical parts of the californium core (which will eventually be pushed together to create a supercritical mass), and the wirings of the bomb itself; should they find anything at fault, we shall correct it, including anomalies with the testing area.
 
Xentherida:
It was utterly uninhabited, so much so that even microbes, such as bacterium or even the basic amoeba did not reside on this. No plants, no organisms, nothing. Just a grey, rugged torus of basalt, with a filthy brown lagoon of water in the middle.
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(OOC: Actually, I strongly protest this line. Filthy water means it very most likely does have microbes in it. And even the Dead Sea, which is mostly dead, does have a bit of bacteria.)
 
Kannex:
Xentherida:
It was utterly uninhabited, so much so that even microbes, such as bacterium or even the basic amoeba did not reside on this. No plants, no organisms, nothing. Just a grey, rugged torus of basalt, with a filthy brown lagoon of water in the middle.
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(OOC: Actually, I strongly protest this line. Filthy water means it very most likely does have microbes in it. And even the Dead Sea, which is mostly dead, does have a bit of bacteria.)
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(OOC: For that matter, I don't believe there is anywhere on Earth entirely devoid of life; not sure how it would be the same on an earth-like planet.

But, unless one is going to be a Buddhist extremist a few microbes here and there isn't going to matter. Collect some samples and do the test.)
 
We are aware of the activities of our representatives named below and they act in the full knowledge and sanction of their respective academic institutions and Sadakoyama in general.

Alyssa Hadaway, Deputy Director, Department of Nuclear Engineering
Peter Oliver
Penelope Reynell
Joe Salzwedel
Ryota Simons
Hayden Aquino
Avi Addison
Cissy Spencer
Walton Hopkins
Clarity Brigham
Ramala Gibson

Captain Vanda Tosell and crew of USDKY Oleg Lavrentiev

Sciencemaster Harper Wade Addison, DDOE of Sadakoyama
Sciencemaster Svetlana Abbiati, DDIS of Sadakoyama
Sciencemaster Eladio Bolívar, DDDT of Sadakoyama
Sciencemaster Aracely Malinowski, DDNE of Sadakoyama
 
We thank our colleagues with the Xentheridian government and have completed our assessment of the research, device, and site. Our scientists having made a thorough examination of the device and its components as well as an examination of the testing site and have come to certain findings:

We find the device to be in satisfactory condition for testing purposes.The device designed for an 8MT detonation has a possibility of detonation up to 15MT and as such the detonation calculations and testing containment should reflect these calculations. We still do urge the use of smaller devices for initial testing in order to determine the unusual characteristics of the Californium device and any unforeseen side effects.

The test equipment and sensor devices seem adequate, though suggestions for certain additional sensor inputs and placement are noted in a report to the Xentheridian researchers. The containment vessel itself however fails to meet safety protocols for such a device as will be tested.

The .5 km depth of the device and the particular details of the containment runs will be insufficient to contain the majority of the possible 15MT detonation and even the 8MT detonation. By our calculations, only 22% of the total possible yield would be contained. As such we have prepared a document and presented it to the Xentheridian scientists detailing an increase of depth to 7600 feet. The document further outlines enhanced detonation and atmospheric containment design and protocols to prevent release of the radiologically contaminated test environment into the surrounding area.

We have provided detailed post blast containment measures to ensure maximum containment and least possible effect to the surrounding environment.

Xu Tengren
Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration

Brett Colby
Department of the Interior, Ceretis Geologic Survey

Vallente White
Ceretis Department of Energy

Barton Quel
Department of Defense, Ceretis
 
While the team in Carrotopolis is saddened by the news, both Ministers have ordered the search for life to continue. In addition to our test for life, terrain samples and temperature readings are being collected by TFL and handled by the onboard computer in order to understand more about what environment the atoll has. Minister Reeder and Minister Burns are now en route to the Impression and will be observing the bomb shell. Please keep us all updated on both our rover and the detonation so that we can properly prepare from down South.

-Lauren Brown
Associate Minister of Science
 
Kannex:
Xentherida:
It was utterly uninhabited, so much so that even microbes, such as bacterium or even the basic amoeba did not reside on this. No plants, no organisms, nothing. Just a grey, rugged torus of basalt, with a filthy brown lagoon of water in the middle.
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(OOC: Actually, I strongly protest this line. Filthy water means it very most likely does have microbes in it. And even the Dead Sea, which is mostly dead, does have a bit of bacteria.)
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(OOC: I utterly forgot to mention this (damn my memory!), but the reason it's filthy was because it's also used as a dumping ground for rubbish by a many corporations, especially ones who are involved in chemical waste. It's contained by the atoll so it doesn't leak out, but the mix of chemicals (mainly iodine and chlorine) would probably kill any bacterium. I can add this to the OP to clear up any confusion.)

All of the Sadakoyaman scientists listed have been accepted, and are welcome to observe the explosion and examine the bomb aboard the HMS Impression.

We also acknowledge and accept the fact that Wolfsea will watch the explosion via its satellites, although they are welcome to send along scientists to witness the explosion first-hand, provided they have letters of authentication.

We also graciously thank Ceretis for revealing the fact that the bomb may not be contained; in response, an extra drilling machine has been placed on the scene to help digging, and so far the depth of the explosion has been extended to 2.5km, which is more than 8000 feet. For revealing this insight, we commend Xu Tengren, Brett Colby, Vallente White and Barton Quel for preventing a potential disaster. A monetary gift has been sent to each of these scientists to express our gratitude. However, in regards to the large size of the bomb, this is the smallest possible size achievable, due to the destructive power of californium. While only needing a critical mass of 5kg, californium-251 has shown to split with an explosive power, releasing huge amounts of energy in an astounding speed.

Finally, the detonation for the bomb will either occur tomorrow or in two days, depending on the time to drill the hole, and set up the remote controls for detonation.
 
The RCF Radharc Raven Ar had stopped in Nova Roma, Callici to refuel and pick up additional supplies. Saira, the head of the scientific research team from the Skysong Organization for Nuclear Research, had gone ashore to meet with the Consul's and make sure everything was in order. Once that was taken care of, the ship set sail north to observe the test. On board the Radharc Raven Ar, preparations were underway to get all the equipment set up as well as run last minute diagnostics.

Colmi: Ma'am, tá muid ag druidim leis an achar sábháilte chun breathnú ar an tástáil. Ar chóir dúinn dul i dteagmháil leis an Impression HMS?

Saira: Ar ndóigh. Oscail cainéal go dtí an Impression HMS. Ba chóir dúinn in iúl dóibh go bhfuil muid ar an suíomh agus seasamh.

Colmi: Ceart ar shiúl ma'am.

As the RCF Radharc Raven Ar sailed north, a channel was opened with the Xentheridans and the HMS Impression letting them know the Kaltian scientific team would be on site shortly.
 
At last, the Reliant finally showed up next to the other ships. Stopping next to the HMS Impression, the scientists disembarked the Reliant and prepared to go on board the Impression. Approaching the guards, they each got out their identification. It was a sunny day; the glint of the sea near Death Atoll was beautiful, however the same could not be said for the Atoll itself. Near-lifeless, it was a terrible place to behold. Perfect, indeed, for a nuclear test. The scientists stood before the guards, bidding them hello and each quickly presenting their identification.
 
(OOC: At this point onwards, I would recommend you RP your ships and scientists arriving near the HMS Impression.)

Everything was in place. The hole was successfully dug 2.5km deep, after the long night of digging by the two automated excavation machines. The machinery had been perfected, and the four synthesised sub-critical sections of californium-251 were ready. All that was required was for the observers to arrive. After a brief final examination of the bomb, it was to be armed with the four pieces of californium, and placed in the pit, before being covered up with basalt. Once that was done, a propellant would be detonated, four pieces of californium pushed together to form one enormous supercritical mass. Upon supercritical mass being reached, detonation time is less than a millionth of a second.

A date had been set for the detonation. And that day was to be tomorrow. Tomorrow, late afternoon, the fission device eight thousand feet beneath the ground was to explode, causing a massive cavity in the ground, fusing the rock together. That rock would become unstable, and crumble, causing the ground above to fall too, eventually resulting in an enormous crater, which would be quickly consumed by the sea. Any fallout would be trapped beneath the thousands of feet of rock, and eventually decay after less than a thousand years. Any environmental damage would be extremely limited, and in the unlikely event of fallout escaping the non-porous rock and get into the atmosphere, then naval guns aboard the HMS Impression were to fire shells filled with silver iodine to "cloud seed", and bring down radiation in a torrent of rain.

Although Christian III was unable to attend the explosion, the Xentheridan Prime Minister Adam Reitano is to arrive by helicopter, escorted by an entourage of four guards. He was to merely observe the explosion, and potentially talk to the scientists.

In the mean time, refreshments were being distributed out to those on board the ships. Mainly warm beverages and hot meals, these were to keep those on ships warm, keeping the body temperature stable during the coldness of the night. It was also a comforting food; delectable soups, hot cocoa, all typical on a cold winter's day. They also contained a multitude of vitamins and minerals, essential to keep one's health high, along with a pinch of ginger to ward off any vomiting caused by seasickness.
 
Almost late to the party, the Oleg Lavrentiev pulled into line with the impromptu fleet, a little away from the others to get an unobstructed line of sight, especially for the large dome amidships that housed its detector equipment. A VTOL aircraft with two enormous propellers took off from the rear deck, ferrying the Sadakhan science team to the HMS Impression.

Up in orbit aboard the Omega 76 station, USDKY Astronaut Angus Farrell rotated the enormous Doric-4-7 sensor array into position observing the atoll. The meteorologists were initially upset at the proposal to repurpose the array, even for 48 hours, but when it was explained to them that this was a unique circumstance that would certainly have global weather implications they assented.
 
The Nebulan nuclear observation ship arrived, carrying three nuclear physicists, a military engineer, two analytical chemists, four experienced crewmen, and ten guards. Instruments bristled from the top of the observation tower. The parts of the ship that were above water were covered in lead shielding, and the windows in the observation tower were thick leaded glass. The test would be filmed from the observation tower, and measurements taken. In addition, a small aerostat was tethered to the ship and floating half a mile up; it also had instruments and a camera. After the bomb went off, drones would collect soil and water samples, then bring them to the chemists, who would test them for fission products.
"Of course, it might fizzle, too," the older physicist reminded the younger, who had been rather excited to be invited to this event. "No one knows what kind of destructive power californium has, but I'd be very impressed at anything over 100 kt."
The ship drew closer to the rendezvous point.
 
The lead researcher on the Lavrentiev, Takehiko Sigmunr, radioed the other ships in the fleet proposing to network their computers together to share the raw data as it was collected, and as a hedge against equipment failure or other unexpected event.
 
The Reliant radioed back its message of approval to the Sadakhan proposal. Turning on the ship's data-collecting instruments, the scientists conducted a test by making a fake explosion to test their machine, being sure to notify the other ships not to panic due to the sudden signal. Once the test was complete, it was confirmed that the instruments were indeed ready for the explosion. All eyes were now on Death Atoll.
 
On-board the RCF Radharc Raven Ar, final preparations were made and equipment diagnostics were run to make sure everything was up to speed. While that was ongoing, Colmi (the radio operator) received a request from the Sadakoyamans about network the various ship computers together to share data.

Colmi: "Ma'am, Takehiko Sigmunr an Lavrentiev ó Sadakoyama é ag iarraidh cead a nascadh go léir líonraí ríomhaireachta ar na longa sonraí Relay mar a tharlaíonn an tástáil."

Saira: "An mbeidh tionchar aige ar ár uplink chun SONR?"

Colmi: "Líon Más rud ar bith, beidh gach duine ar ais sa bhaile ag SONR a áthas ar aon mhéadú ar na sonraí amh a tharchur muid ar ais."

Saira: "Go han-mhaith. Raidió na Lavrentiev agus in iúl dóibh go bhfuil ár líonra agus uplink go SONR oscailte."

After Saira (the lead researcher) was informed of the request, she gave her permission and had her answer sent over to the Sadakoyamans. Shortly after, all equipment diagnostics were complete and ready for the test tomorrow. Saira herself made one final report to the Estate before calling it a night.
 
All preparations had been made and the OAAS and navy ships had deployed their sensory equipment, as they waited they checked and rechecked the instruments. Up links to the Ceretian SatNet's sensors and to the other ships in the fleet were established, it seemed a fair precaution. All that was left was to now wait for the designated time. The scientists began to relax and take bets as they discussed their opinions of the results.

The research team sent aboard the HMS Impression as well finished their preparations for the event, and used their free time to discuss ideas with this wide array of scientists from across the region.
 
The Nebulan craft moved closer to the atoll; with its shielding, it was safely able to move closer to the blast site than the other ships. Instruments were checked, the aerostat given one last check, the quadricopter drones prepared for immediate deployment after the explosion.
Everything was ready.
 
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