Desert Planet

Captain Tanner Scott is deployed on a diplomatic mission to persuade the planet Enki, which has proposed a new alliance idea, to reconsider joining the RIM Confederacy. As the Atlas crew navigates complex negotiations and secretive dealings, they face challenges in maintaining diplomacy, securing vital resources, and handling internal conflicts. The story unfolds amidst political intrigue and legal battles, with Scott taking on the role of defense counsel in a tense trial.