<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ONB Publishing's Substack: UAP Dark Horizons]]></title><description><![CDATA[UAP – Dark Horizons™ is a gripping science fiction audio drama that explores the thin line between scientific curiosity and existential dread through immersive soundscapes, compelling characters, and edge-of-your-seat storytelling. It's a story of resilience, betrayal, and the unyielding drive to uncover the unknown—no matter the cost.]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/s/uap-dark-horizons</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!CdDi!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe5f95fd1-1c51-4e10-9a70-8fb79f77a608_1080x1080.png</url><title>ONB Publishing&apos;s Substack: UAP Dark Horizons</title><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/s/uap-dark-horizons</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:11:39 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://onbpublishing.substack.com/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[Alexander R. Sterling]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[onbpublishing@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[onbpublishing@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[onbpublishing@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[onbpublishing@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[UAP Dark Horizon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Character]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-dark-horizon-943</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-dark-horizon-943</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 18:42:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/f30117a6-c2b1-417f-8bd9-d0ef3274fc8d_4928x3264.webp" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>============================================================</p><p>UAP DARK HORIZON &#8211; CHARACTER SHEET</p><p>============================================================</p><p>Name: Elias Sterling</p><p>Archetype: The Psychic Sensitive/Medium</p><p>Background: Black-ops veteran (ISC, airline pilot).</p><p>Quirk: Gut Instinct (+5% Insight intuition rolls)</p><p>Vulnerability: Reckless Thrill-Seeking (&#8722;5% evasion in calm scenarios)</p><p>CORE ATTRIBUTES</p><p>--------------------</p><p>Power (STR):     38  |  Vitality Pool: 40</p><p>Precision (DEX): 42  |  Infiltration: +0</p><p>Speed (AGI):     54  |  Unskilled Melee: 46</p><p>Insight (MND):   80  |  Resolve: 40</p><p>Chance (LUK):    50%  |  Endurance: 38</p><p>TALENTS</p><p>--------------------</p><p>  Mystic Lore  75%</p><p>  Awareness    70%</p><p>  Investigation 65%</p><p>  Charm        60%</p><p>  Piloting     46%</p><p>  Craft        46%</p><p>  Brawling     44%</p><p>  Endurance    44%</p><p>  Guile DT:    100</p><p>GEAR</p><p>--------------------</p><p>  &#8226; Flight suit/tactical gear</p><p>  &#8226; multi-tool</p><p>  &#8226; EMF detector (Probe DT 60)</p><p>  &#8226; notebook</p><p>  &#8226; sidearm (1d6 damage)</p><p>  &#8226; Scarab amulet (+5 Resolve vs. anomalies)</p><p>  &#8226; pendulum</p><p>  &#8226; voice recorder</p><p>  &#8226; Scarab amulet (+5 Resolve vs. anomalies)</p><p>NARRATIVE HOOK</p><p>--------------------</p><p>Elias Sterling is tied to Eldridge, TN. Investigating Uncle Robert&#8217;s sigil house or a UAP crash echoing the Old Ones.</p><p>============================================================</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Character Sheet for UAP Dark Horizons RPG]]></title><description><![CDATA[Version 0.1 Subject to change, and probably will. (C) 2025 ONB/Johnson Brothers]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/character-sheet-for-uap-dark-horizons</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/character-sheet-for-uap-dark-horizons</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:55:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!AK1n!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51d978fd-10d2-4277-8a5f-5e2eaa1e7e29_2550x3300.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!AK1n!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51d978fd-10d2-4277-8a5f-5e2eaa1e7e29_2550x3300.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div 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type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Exciting News from </strong><em><strong>UAP &#8211; Dark Horizons&#8482;</strong></em><strong>!</strong></p><p>We&#8217;re thrilled to announce the production of a brand-new episode of <em>UAP &#8211; Dark Horizons&#8482;</em>! This upcoming installment promises to take the story to thrilling new heights with unexpected twists, dramatic confrontations, and deeper exploration of the mysteries that have captivated fans worldwide.</p><p>But that&#8217;s not all&#8212;this episode will feature <strong>an incredible lineup of new voice actors</strong> joining the cast. Their talents will breathe life into fresh characters and provide unique perspectives to the evolving saga. Get ready to meet new allies, face formidable foes, and uncover secrets that will leave you on the edge of your seat!</p><p>Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes updates, sneak peeks of the script, and a special introduction to the new voice talent. The next chapter of <em>UAP &#8211; Dark Horizons&#8482;</em> is on the horizon, and we can&#8217;t wait to share it with you.</p><p>#DarkHorizons #UAP #NewVoices</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[UAP – Dark Horizons™ Test Footage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The show and game]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-dark-horizons-test-footage</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-dark-horizons-test-footage</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 21:45:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="native-video-embed" data-component-name="VideoPlaceholder" data-attrs="{&quot;mediaUploadId&quot;:&quot;cfaf6dc3-45ea-40e5-949f-b4f9c763c1fd&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:null}"></div><p>UAP &#8211; Dark Horizons&#8482; Test Footage Description</p><p>The scene opens with a crew member from the ISC Moonbase walking into a briefing room. She enters through a door on the right, just off-camera. As she moves into the frame, a faint digital computer beeps and whirs fill the air, blending with the subtle hum of the life support systems running in the background. Low, ambient music enhances the atmosphere, creating an immersive and tense feeling of isolation on the lunar base.</p><p>This footage marks the first glimpse into the new format for <em>UAP &#8211; Dark Horizons&#8482;</em>, which evolves from the previously distinct sci-fi series <em>Lunar Colony: Alpha Site</em>. The two storylines&#8212;once separate&#8212;have now been intricately woven together, merging into a larger, more expansive narrative arc. You can expect to see a seamless continuation of the characters and settings, now enriched by new layers of mystery and intrigue, set against the vast, unforgiving environment of the moon.</p><p><strong>New Vehicles:</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg" width="1024" height="768" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:768,&quot;width&quot;:1024,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:322582,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:null,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4wX0!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F47dd07ed-f319-4b06-8013-0117708f968b_1024x768.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>This image showcases an example of a Moon/Mars rover design. It features rugged construction emphasizing durability and adaptability for harsh extraterrestrial environments. The tires are made of flexible, spring-like metal alloys, ensuring reliable traction and resistance to extreme lunar or Martian terrain.</p><p>While this design is a firm reference for the aesthetic and functional aspects of rovers in <em>UAP &#8211; Dark Horizons&#8482;</em>, it is not the definitive model for the show's vehicles. The final designs will incorporate additional elements tailored to the unique challenges of the game's narrative and the show's world-building, emphasizing realism and technological innovation.</p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[UAP Technical Manual and RPG]]></title><description><![CDATA[written by Alex Sterling with Robert Johnson]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-technical-manual-and-rpg</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-technical-manual-and-rpg</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 21:43:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>UAP Dark Horizons&#8482; Technical Operations Manual &amp; Role Playing Game (d30)</strong></h3><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp" width="642" height="425.06043956043953" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:964,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:642,&quot;bytes&quot;:2501120,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:null,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hP9q!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F21f38c50-23fe-493f-a904-54b72fd06ba2_4928x3264.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h6><em>Above is a proposed mockup. The final book cover design may vary.</em></h6><p>Step into the shadows of interstellar defense with the <em>UAP Dark Horizons&#8482; Technical Operations Manual</em>, the ultimate guide to humanity's secret war against alien invaders. Created to resemble the classified briefing materials issued to new ISC recruits, this manual immerses readers in the clandestine world of the <em><strong>Interstellar Security Command (ISC).</strong></em></p><p>Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the manual is filled with vivid illustrations, technical schematics, and gripping narrative elements that bring the ISC's mission to life. With every page, you'll explore the cutting-edge technology, vehicles, and equipment ISC operatives use in their battle to safeguard Earth and the Moon from extraterrestrial threats.</p><h3><strong>Inside the Manual</strong></h3><ul><li><p><strong>The Vehicles of the ISC</strong>: Get an in-depth look at the starships, interceptors, and transports that form the backbone of ISC operations. From stealthy recon vessels to powerful battle-ready craft, learn what makes the ISC a formidable force.</p></li><li><p><strong>Equipment and Technology</strong>: Discover the advanced tools that operatives rely on, from weapon systems to AI-assisted communication devices.</p></li><li><p><strong>ISC History and the Alien Threat</strong>: Uncover the origins of the ISC and the nature of the extraterrestrial enemies that threaten humanity's survival.</p></li><li><p><strong>Moon Defense Forces and Beyond</strong>: Dive into the strategies and tactics employed by the ISC's lunar and deep space divisions.</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!3cfA!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5db4cf9f-b497-4a7a-adb1-7f21dafbfcfe_5100x3300.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div 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Available in durable hardback or sleek softcover, its detailed design and authentic feel make it a standout addition to any collection.</p><p>Whether you're a fan, a future operative, or intrigued by the world of <em>UAP Dark Horizons&#8482;</em>, this Technical Operations Manual is your gateway to the ISC's classified files&#8212;and a deeper understanding of the fight for humanity's future.</p><p>The proposed MSRP is $50. Coming spring 2025.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[UAP S1, E1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Sterling (C) 2024]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-s1-e1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/uap-s1-e1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 01:12:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/151193428/da3fac6e5fbd7dcb9a78f5fa9ac850cf.mp3" length="0" type="audio/mpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Set in 2043, humanity stands on the brink of advanced interstellar discovery, with the development of faster-than-light travel leading to the exploration of uncharted cosmic realms. Amidst these achievements, the Interstellar Security Command (ISC), a covert organization, monitors and protects Earth from potential extraterrestrial threats.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp" width="600" height="600" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:600,&quot;width&quot;:600,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:187802,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/webp&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:null,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!uVoJ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60852c8d-abbb-4a0a-a146-27fa48e099d8_600x600.webp 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>The story begins with ISC detecting an anomaly near Alpha Centauri&#8212;an unknown, cigar-shaped object they name the "Dark Horizon Anomaly." Commander Lawson dispatches Agent Mac to intercept the object as it changes course towards Earth. Mac&#8217;s mission reveals that the anomaly is alive and conscious, a bio-organic entity emitting a psychic signal. Through a surreal mental connection, Mac sees visions of civilizations devoured by a conscious black hole&#8212;a cosmic predator seeking new worlds.</p><p>Back at ISC headquarters, Mac debriefs with Commander Lawson and Dr. Ellis, who conclude that the anomaly poses a catastrophic threat to Earth. Their briefing is interrupted by a translated message from the entity itself: &#8220;Earth! Finally&#8230;&#8221; With this revelation, Commander Lawson resolves that ISC will be humanity&#8217;s last defense, committed to protecting Earth from extraterrestrial forces lying in wait.</p><p>The episode ends on a tense note, with ISC&#8217;s mandate clear: confront the unknown lurking beyond the stars and guard Earth against the mysteries&#8212;and dangers&#8212;of the cosmos.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dr. Marcus Chen -- Department Head]]></title><description><![CDATA[Character Sketch]]></description><link>https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/dr-marcus-chen-department-head</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://onbpublishing.substack.com/p/dr-marcus-chen-department-head</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Sterling]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 19:48:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/868aaf63-983d-432c-8e9c-831913b4b2e7_600x600.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Dr. Marcus Chen -- Department Head</strong></p><p><strong>Background: </strong>Dr. Marcus Chen's roots trace back to a small town in Tennessee, where the rolling hills and the slow pace of life contrasted sharply with the high-energy world of nuclear science he would later inhabit. Born to a family of Asian descent where education was highly valued, Marcus was encouraged to pursue his curiosity from a young age. His fascination with rocks and the energy they could potentially release led him to specialize in geology. Still, his work in nuclear fission and fusion truly set his career on an extraordinary path.</p><p><strong>Physical and Intellectual Attributes:</strong> Marcus looks like someone who has spent as much time in the lab as he has explored the lava tubes on the lunar surface; his hands are rough from handling geological samples. His eyes, however, sparkle with the keen intellect of a scientist who has peered into the atom's heart. Standing at a height of 5 foot 10, his presence is often understated until he speaks, revealing a depth of knowledge that commands attention.</p><p><strong>Professional Journey:</strong> His academic journey took him from the University of Tennessee, where he excelled in Earth Sciences, to prestigious stints at Lawrence Livermore and Oak Ridge National Laboratories. His work on nuclear fusion projects aimed at sustainable energy solutions made him a respected figure in the field. His transition to space science came when the potential for lunar-based nuclear research was recognized, leading him to the lunar colony where his expertise could be pivotal.</p><p><strong>Personality:</strong> Marcus carries a Southern charm and a polite demeanor. He's known for his patience, especially when explaining complex concepts to non-scientists or students. He often uses analogies involving natural phenomena or everyday life in Tennessee. Despite his gentle nature, he is fiercely determined when solving scientific puzzles or overcoming research obstacles.</p><p><strong>Challenges and Growth:</strong> On the Moon, Dr. Chen faces the dual challenge of adapting terrestrial nuclear technologies to lunar conditions and dealing with the unexpected discovery of the alien artifact. His geological background gives him a unique perspective on the artifact, viewing it not just as a nuclear scientist but as a geologist intrigued by its material composition and origin.</p><p><strong>Vision for the Future:</strong> Chen dreams of unlocking clean, limitless energy for the lunar colony, envisioning a future where the Moon can serve as a model for sustainable living. His work with nuclear fusion on the Moon isn't just about survival; it's about proving concepts that could one day revolutionize energy production back on Earth.</p><p><strong>Personal Life:</strong> In his downtime, Marcus enjoys playing the banjo, a nod to his Tennessee upbringing. He often fills the otherwise silent lunar evenings with the twang of strings. He maintains a small collection of rocks from Earth and the Moon, each with a story mirroring his dual life between his home planet and his adopted celestial body.</p>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>