Expansion
As Terra recovered from the Cataclysm, humanity began exploring the solar system with newer technologies that allowed for fast and convenient travel between the planets and moons. It was a new frontier for exploration, colonization, and prospecting. Mining ores, minerals, and even water from various celestial objects became the new gold rush. The new Martian colonies were eager to purchase whatever they could to hasten the arduous task of terraforming their new world. It was at the height of this time that the Signal first arrived.