Hubris

The payload as described by the citizens was positioned squarely in the center of the room. It is a singular device, apparently brand new and unused. It is most definitely Inetian, but more advanced than anything we have seen from them before. Terminals flanking the object display a few paragraphs of the same text repeated over and over again. Translation came quickly: Dearest Visitor, if you are reading this then you are witness to our hubris. In our noble pursuit of equality, we forgot the true equalizer: creation, and destruction. Seeking to free our trade routes from the ravages of cosmic tempests, we tampered with nature. What were once minor disturbances grew beyond influence. The cosmic storms tore through our worlds. This was not coincidence, but revenge. We sealed ourselves within this station. It was our last defense, as we were too late. Despite no longer using our depressors, new storms were forming, stronger and more savage. Our final mission was clear. Feverishly we worked to complete this machine, and it was built for you, Visitor. It will save you from the cosmic storms, without further angering them. Our demise is our absolution, it does not have to be yours. Within this room the Inetian Traders sealed their fate. Their generosity was as grand as their carelessness. Leaving the station, we returned with their parting gift.

The command below will trigger the "Hubris" event in Stellaris:

When this event fires, you can choose between the following option:

• Let them rest.
  • Society: +None to None