War, industrialization, technological advancement. It is a common transitional period, one that provides ample opportunity for a species to destroy itself. And thus far we have survived. Now, those that observe from afar are ready for us to take the next step. But first they must be certain of our suitability, and it all comes down to one thing.
Sometimes those you hate and fear the most are those you need the most.
A space odyssey of earthly and alien conspiracy.