Coda 5B: The Prisoners
20 years later


Location: Cannhill State Maximum Security Prison 

In the investigations following the aborted launch, certain things and connections came to light were slanted in the worst possible way. After a secret military trial, a verdict of "guilty" was rendered on the crime of treason against Emera. Still, you were not executed. And you were assigned to serve your life sentences at the same maximum security facility. 

Interest in your case has waned, largely overshadowed by the breakdown in what is now called the "temporary peace" between Tursa and Dribia. Emera has managed to hang on to its independence, partly by unofficially confirming the ability to deliver advanced bioweapons against any nation who violates Emera's territory or national security interests. 

Twenty long, dull years have passed. And then one day, a break in the routine: All of you are gathered together once again, in the prison's press room. A reporter has asked for an interview. 

The reporter turns on a recorder, looks at each one of you, and asks one question. 