Chapter 8: The Helvars

Alden was in his office, going over some reports when he received a distress signal from an unknown ship that was being chased by Zelkor vessels in proximity of Akabia. His heart raced as he thought about the potential danger that could arise from such a situation. After careful consideration, Alden decided to help the ship, knowing that it could potentially lead to further conflict with the Zelkor. He quickly gathered his top advisors and headed to the command center to formulate a plan.

With the help of the newly trained pilots and advanced weaponry, Akabia was able to fend off the Zelkor and protect the unknown ship. After the skirmish was over, Alden met with the captain of the ship to assess their situation. It turned out that the ship was from a new civilization that had only recently started exploring space, just like humans. The captain explained that their species was only made up of females and had beautiful appearances, looking exactly like the elves in stories.

Alden was fascinated by the captain's story and asked her about her civilization. The captain explained that their planet was called Helvar, and it was only 7 light years away from Akabia. She went on to describe the customs and traditions of her people, who lived in harmony with nature and revered their planet as sacred.

The Helvars had been exploring the galaxy in search of new resources and knowledge, but their ship had encountered engine trouble, leaving them vulnerable to attack by the Zelkor. They had no choice but to use their slower second engines and make their way to the nearest planet with signals of life, which happened to be Akabia.

Alden was intrigued by the Helvars and saw an opportunity to expand Akabia's influence and make a new ally in the galaxy. He ordered his team to provide the Helvars with the necessary repairs and supplies to get their ship back to optimal condition. As the repairs were being carried out, Alden met with the captain of the Helvar ship to discuss their civilization and establish diplomatic relations.

The captain, a regal-looking Helvar with long silver hair and piercing blue eyes, introduced herself as Rivena. She explained that their society was matriarchal and only consisted of females who reproduced asexually. This fact intrigued Alden, who had never encountered a civilization like this before. He asked Rivena about their technology and she revealed that they were advanced in genetics and bioengineering, which allowed them to adapt to different environments and survive in harsh conditions.

Alden saw an opportunity to establish diplomatic relations with the Helvars and potentially form an alliance.He had always been fascinated by the idea of encountering new civilizations in space, and the fact that they were all-female only added to his curiosity. He wanted to know more about their culture and society, and how they managed to thrive in a universe dominated by male-dominated civilizations. He invited the them to stay on Akabia for a while, to rest and make any necessary repairs to their ship. In the meantime, he organized a welcome ceremony to formally greet the new arrivals.

The Helvars were impressed with the advanced technology and infrastructure of Akabia, and Alden was equally impressed with the technology of the Helvars. He saw potential for a mutually beneficial partnership between their two civilizations. Over the course of their stay, the Helvars and the Akabians exchanged knowledge and ideas, and Alden even sent some of his engineers to help the Helvars make repairs to their ship.

Alden immediately ordered a new fleet of ships that would serve as escorts for the Helvar vessel. He gave them strict orders to ensure the safety of the Helvars at all times. Alden also selected a team of diplomats and scientists to accompany the fleet with him onboard, with the mission of establishing a peaceful and beneficial relationship with the Helvars.

The fleet departed from Akabia and headed towards the coordinates provided by the Helvars. Along the way, they encountered various challenges and obstacles, including a few skirmishes with pirate ships and minor technical malfunctions. But they managed to overcome them all and eventually arrived at the Helvar planet.

The planet was beautiful, with lush green forests, sparkling rivers, and majestic mountains. The Helvars welcomed the Akabians with open arms and showed them around their planet. Alden was amazed by their advanced technology and the way they had managed to create a society without the need for males. He also observed the way they reproduced, which involved a complex process of genetic manipulation and incubation.

Alden and his team spent several weeks on the Helvar planet, exchanging knowledge and ideas with the locals. They learned about the Helvars' advanced medical technology, which allowed them to cure even the most complex diseases, and their unique approach to agriculture, which involved a symbiotic relationship between their plants and their animals.

Alden also had the opportunity to meet with the Helvar queen, who was the leader of their society. She was a wise and powerful woman, who had managed to unite her people and ensure their survival in a harsh and unforgiving universe. Alden was impressed by her leadership skills and her determination to protect her people at all costs.

During their stay, Alden and his team also discovered a strange artifact that had been buried deep beneath the surface of the planet. It was a small, glowing crystal that seemed to emit a powerful energy field. The Helvars had no idea what it was or how it worked, but Alden recognized it as a potentially dangerous weapon. He ordered his team to secure the artifact and transport it back to Akabia for further analysis.

After several weeks of fruitful cooperation and cultural exchange, it was time for the Akabians to depart. The Helvars thanked them for their help and promised to establish a permanent alliance with Akabia. Alden was pleased with the outcome of the mission and felt that he had achieved something great.

As the fleet headed back towards Akabia, Alden couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and wonder. He had never imagined that he would have the opportunity to make contact with a completely new and unique alien species like the helvars, and the possibilities that this presented were endless.

He spent hours poring over the data that the Helvarians had shared with him, studying their technology, their culture, and their way of life. He was fascinated by the fact that their society was completely matriarchal, and he couldn't help but wonder how this had come to be.

As he continued to study the data, he began to realize that the Helvarians had a lot to offer Akabia. Their technology was highly advanced, and they had made significant strides in the fields of energy production, space travel, and medical science. Alden knew that if they could establish a strong relationship with the Helvarians, it would be a huge boon for the development of Akabia.

When they arrived back at Akabia, Alden immediately called a meeting of his top advisors and presented them with the data that he had received from the Helvarians. There was a buzz of excitement in the room as everyone began to realize the potential that this new alliance held.

Over the next few weeks, Alden and his team worked tirelessly to establish a strong relationship with the Helvarians. They exchanged technology and resources, and Alden even sent a team of scientists and engineers to their planet to study their technology firsthand.

As their relationship grew, Alden began to see the potential for even more ambitious projects. He began to envision a future where the two civilizations could work together to explore the stars, establish new colonies, and push the boundaries of what was possible.

Alden also made the decision to keep the existence of the Helvars a secret from the Krynn for the time being. He didn't want to risk any conflict or jealousy from his allies, especially since the Krynn had their own established relationships with other civilizations in the galaxy.

As he knew that he had to tread carefully. He understood that change could be scary for some people, and he didn't want to cause unnecessary unrest. But he also knew that the potential benefits of this new alliance were too great to ignore.