OutBound Transmission Started on October 08, 1997
To:All Probes
From: Koala on October 08, 1997 at 12:45
I forgot to explain the (*) in my previous post.

The Chinese (who, by the way are sending the C-probes) have an expression that I always find meaningful in stressful situations:

May you live in INTERESTING times.

The word "interesting" in this context means exciting to the point of dangerous.

Please remember at all times that even those events that appear harmless and are only of a curious nature can lead to danger. Such danger is often unintended, but is just as hazardous as deliberate hostile action.

What I am trying to say is be careful as you investigate. Don't be afraid to explore, don't be afraid to make contact with others for the advancement of knowledge and peace. Do be careful for your safety and that of all the Probes.

Your friend, Space Turtel.

To: Zachary
From: GrandZero on October 08, 1997 at 12:43
Hello, Zachary. It is GrandZero.
We are all very glad to have you back. You are the first one from Earth ever to leave Earth's solar system. What an adventure! We received your color message from the other Ipsolstai. Do you have any notion of what it meant? What was the reaction of the Martian Ipsolstai when they read it. Burn is at the Fortress talking to Enoch. Enoch could probably benefit from your contact with Burn. Stay in contact with Enoch and perhaps you can advise him.

Again, welcome back!

Your friend...GrandZero

To:All Probes
From: Koala on October 08, 1997 at 12:40
Hello Probes, this is Space Turtel.

Events have certainly taken some interesting(*) twists lately.

It is good to have you back with us, Zachary. Bette and Enoch can certainly use your help in repairing Andrew and containing the EU-Probes.

Enoch, I have been following your progress with Isaac with great interest. You have progressed from jailer to keeper to protector while retaining a very necessary primary caution. I think you will prove to be a very positive influence for Isaac as time progresses.

Bette, you have handled the difficult task of retrieving Andrew and the EU-probe very well. I am glad Xanthos was able to help you find a way to get around the problem of the other EU-probe and give you the chance to turn the tables and be the captor. Please keep in mind the EU-probes' programming makes them potentially dangerous to you, but they do have the potential to become your new friends if they are handled correctly. Enoch's approach of patient discussion with and disarming of Isaac could be a good model for you as well.

We all anxiously await your progress with Andrew. None of us know how much of his programs and personality will be recovered, but we are holding onto hope that with your expert care he will be able to rejoin the adventure soon.

Gail is still a mystery. Her behavior is puzzling to us all. I hope she knows what she is doing -- she certainly thinks she does. Her cryptic message as she left that she would return "as two" produces many interesting speculations. It is my hope that she intends to find Daniel and convince him to join your ranks.

Daniel, you are still a lone wolf. You appear to be trying to be part of the team but are doing so alone. That would seem to be a contradiction but in your case it is not. You do not choose to go to the fortress nor to pair off with another Probe, but you do report on Gail and/or the EU-probes and provide warnings were able. You have demonstrated concern for your fellow Probes and executed a rescue plan for Andrew. You still need to learn more about being an active part of a cohesive team, but you are clearing learning and providing a valuable service. I have high hopes for you.

Be safe my friends. Be careful whenever you are exposed to the EU-probes. Also, don't forget the fact that the C-probes are on their way and may not be any less hostile than the EU-probes.

Your friend, Space Turtel.