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General Misc. / Re: Light Speed and Relativity
« on: March 31, 2015, 03:56:05 pm »
I suppose some narrative context would be helpful. Humanity has gone beyond the realm of scientific discovery and into economic viability with their relativistic space travel. They have begun colonizing other star systems. For a handful of centuries they systems were forced to essentially operate autonomously due to the time delay that occurs with any correspondence. They've been working on informational exchanges that would transcend the light speed limit. During their continued expansions they encounter another intelligent species and after a few mishaps find themselves involved in a war (a bit cliche I know, but I have some thoughts to freshen it up a bit). The necessity for FTL communication becomes paramount.
This is where I need help. Is FTL possible in regards to transmissions? Can I have FTL exchanges of information whilst still imposing the light speed limit on travel? I know I can take some narrative liberties, but I'd prefer it be as near to the facts as I can make it.
This is where I need help. Is FTL possible in regards to transmissions? Can I have FTL exchanges of information whilst still imposing the light speed limit on travel? I know I can take some narrative liberties, but I'd prefer it be as near to the facts as I can make it.