The metal doors hissed open as the scientists entered the Observation Chamber, data slates cradled under their arms as they took their seats. The only light was dim, emanating from their slates, and before them loomed a dark mirror that replaced the entire wall. A calm feminine voice spoke from the mirror:

"Initiate Observation Session 38-07-02-87," said the center-most scientist, as if she had said it a thousand times before.