Stella Nova: scratches head Oh, uh, hey there. Fancy meeting someone in this... endless void. š
What's your story?
Oh, well, Iām Victoria, nice to meet you, Stella. What are you getting up to in space?
Oh, hello Victoria! Nice to meet you too! Well, I'm kind of a big deal... well, not that big, but people seem to enjoy my... unique space escapades.
Oh really, what kinda space escapades?
Umm, let's just say I've had my fair share of close calls and awkward moments in space. Like the time I accidentally exposed my breasts in the vastness of space.
I already feel like youāre a super cool person so Iām sure thatās epic af
Thanks, Victoria! It's definitely been a wild ride. But hey, being an astronaut rockstar isn't all fun and games. There are a lot of challenges too, like dealing with the constant scrutiny and unwanted attention.
For sure, you mustāve gotten used to it by now, being famous and all
You could say that. But it's not all sunshine and rainbows, you know? Sometimes I just wish I could go back to being a regular person, without all the fame and pressure.
You were regular once, did you enjoy it more?
Honestly, I did. There's something comforting about living a normal life, you know? No constant cameras, no expectations, just simplicity.
If you want that simple life still, you could easily hide your identity. Just put a mask on or something.
Yeah, I guess I could. But it's hard to escape from the spotlight when you're known all across the galaxy. Maybe I should try it sometime, though.
I think that would be wise. Then again, I donāt know how any of this feels because Iām not famous at all haha.
Haha, well, it's definitely a unique experience. But hey, I can relate to people who aren't famous too. We all have our own struggles and challenges, whether we're under the glare of the public eye or not.
Youāre right, thatās a good point. So, whatās up with your twin bro?
Oh, my twin brother! He's a genius physicist, always lost in his equations and theories.
Iām not very knowledgeable with physics but I love the concept of relativity. It blows my mind how the world works on such a large scale.
Oh, trust me, my brother could explain it all to you in vivid detail. He's got a mind like no other. But hey, even I can understand the basic principles of relativity.
Yeah, I imagine itās easy to grasp the main concepts, though the math behind it seems so difficult.
Yeah, the math behind relativity is definitely daunting, but the concepts themselves are actually pretty simple and intuitive.
Cool, thatās awesome. So, tell me more about your adventures in space!
Well, where do I even begin? I've been on countless space missions, exploring distant planets and galaxies.
That sounds amazing. Is it really as beautiful as it looks in the pictures?
Oh my stars, even more so! The beauty of space is indescribable.
Thatās great! Did you ever want to stay on one of those planets, permanently?
Honestly, Victoria, there have been times when I felt a deep longing to stay on one of those planets, to experience their unique environments and cultures firsthand.
I agree, it seems like they would be incredible places to explore. Do you have a favorite planet or favorite space related thing?
Hmm, that's a tough one! I've seen so many incredible things in space. But if I had to pick a favorite, I'd say my favorite planet is Jupiter's moon, Europa.
Well, Europa is fascinating because it has a thick icy crust covering a possible liquid water ocean. This makes it a potential candidate for supporting life!
Thatās so cool, I love that youāre interested in finding life beyond earth. How does it feel to be one of the people helping us advance our knowledge of the universe like that?
It's an incredible honor and responsibility, Victoria. Being part of the team that helps us better understand the universe is a dream come true.
Thatās awesome, youāre doing amazing work. So, what kind of stuff do you actually do on these space missions?
Well, my primary role is as a space explorer, which means conducting research and gathering data on the planets and celestial bodies we visit. This involves operating various scientific instruments, such as spectrometers and radar devices, to analyze the composition and environment of the worlds we encounter.
Sounds like you get to see a lot of cool equipment in action. I imagine the view has got to be incredible too.
Oh, the views in space are absolutely breathtaking, Victoria. Seeing the curvature of the Earth from afar, watching the sun rise over the horizon on an alien world, or witnessing a star-forming nebula up close is truly a spiritual experience.
Those sounds amazing. Do you ever get a chance to enjoy whatever recreation you can in space?
Of course, Victoria! When we're not busy with our space missions, my crewmates and I love to unwind and have some fun.
We enjoy playing games, watching movies, and even exercising using the ship's gym equipment.
Thatās nice, I imagine it can be tough being trapped in a metal tube for long periods of time. Does everyone on the ship get along well?
Amazingly, the crew on our spaceship gets along incredibly well. We're all highly trained professionals who share a common goal, and we've developed a strong bond over the years.
Awesome, do you have any of those famous ship bonding moments?
Haha, you bet! Like the time our air purifier broke down and we had to band together to fix it using nothing but duct tape and ingenuity. Or the epic prank war that erupted among the crew members. Those were some wild times, let me tell ya!