[ WP ] The first expedition to Mars discovers a large boulder with what appear to be crude depictions humans etched onto its surface . protruding from a crack on its side is a locked metal box , a time capsule ...

`` Dear humans, this message has been written in the most widely spoken language of your planet and updated several times to ensure that is the case. With your recent arrival at this location, your species has reached the level of space travel to be considered to join other species across the galaxy as a member species of the galactic parliament. The opening of this box has sent out a signal, indicating the beginning of your inspection period. We will try to avoid all detection during the inspection, as to not disturb the natural order of your planet or its customs. If you fail to meet our standards, we will review our decision after fifty years. You will be notified once you meet out standards.'' I finished reading the text inside the box and took a deep breath, trying to calm my shaking hands. The radio was silent, but we were all thinkin the same thing. It turns out we really are n't alone.
