[ WP ] An alien race controlling most of the galaxy contacts Earth , aiming to uplift the humans until they 're ready to join the interstellar community . The problem is all previous species evolved utilizing organic technology . Our `` hard and dead '' tech is utterly alien to them .

`` As you can see from this presentation of slides, one of the many, many cultural similarities between our people, we believe with the assistance of earth we can increase our ship production by upwards of 23 % and in so doing safeguard ourselves from various cosmic terrors. In order to achieve this we would offer your people a position in our unity, and our aid in uplifting you, granting you various medical technologies as well as this commemorative plaque.'' 
 
 `` We would greatly appreciate this opportunity, but as we have tried to explain throughout this entire tour, we do n't believe your estimates could possibly be accurate. Your ships, your technology, everything is entirely organic based. We do n't see how our radically differing technology could in any way help someone as advanced, yet different as your unity'' 
 
 `` Ah, we understand your confusion now. Yes, our technology is all organic, and no, your engineering would not be of particular help. No, your position in our unity and aid in ship production will be entirely based on the trade opportunities you present to us. As long as you will agree to provide a steady supply of the crystallized vibrations of your great craftsman Berry of White, we both should prosper greatly.'' 
 
 `` Wait, you just want us in your unity so you can get some Barry White music? What does that have to do with your ships?'' 
 
 `` Well, we did say all our ships are organic....''
