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Perry Rhodan - English #37
Epidemic Center: Aralon
Science-Fiction
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First published January 1, 1971
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Clark Darlton
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October 9, 2021
Rhodan on the planet of the Aras. For some reason he first sends Tifflor and Sengu. The Aras are evil. And so one of them has to die. Pucky (aka Gucky) not saving him although he could have. Because Thora wanted the guy dead. Perry wanted him to stay alive. Because he is the peacelord. And this time he has this to say to prove it: “Destruction and death are not always the best answer to a problem.”
In one of the short stories someone speaks Esperanto. Bonvenono al Lajrdo-Tri.
In one of the short stories someone speaks Esperanto. Bonvenono al Lajrdo-Tri.
December 1, 2018
Perry Rhodan travels back to Arkon to submit to the Robot Regent further evidence about the machinations of the Aras that he found on Mooff VI. But he conceals that besides Thora, Reginald Bull and six other crew members also about half his crew is suffering from the Nonus-Plague.
The Regent decides its logic is to authorize Rhodan with full powers on Aralon, the home planet of the Aras. He sent him the system’s coordinates and additionally provides a robotic battle fleet. However, it warns him not to groundless attack Aralon since Aras are still urgently needed.
Crest has Rhodan understand that he had practical experience with the High Command over a Arkonide battle fleet.
Rhodan jumps to Aralon and sends Lieutenant Julian Tifflor and Wuriu Sengu in a Gazelle with Thora who is in deep sleep. Tifflor pretends to be a traitor who has amorous feeling for Thora and ultimately brings Themos, the inventor of Nonus-Plague and the associated counter-agent, to heal Thora. As it turns out by their questioning of Thora after waking that the Aras discover that the alleged traitor lied. Themos decides that the two people should be dissected alive. Since Tifflor continues to have the tracking device provided by IT implanted, Gucky can monitor the events using his telepathic abilities and decide when is the right time for Rhodan's intervention. When the situation becomes critical, Rhodan ends up with the TITAN and GANYMED on Aralon, but keeps his battle fleet hidden in the system. Rigorously he freed the prisoners with Gucky and a delegation of combat robots. Also, the antiserum against Nonus-Plague is seized.
Themos dies by his own carelessness. Gucky does not help – on Thora's explicit request. He disobeys the direct command of Rhodan. But since it was not to murder, but to not render assistance in the specific circumstances, Rhodan dispensed punishment.
Because the Aras can not match the military power of Rhodan, call the Mounders for help who send Talamon wh happens to be nearby. Talamon immediately flies with 100 spaceships to Aralon. Even before completion of the rescue operation, Talamon with ten ships opened, fire on TITAN while still standing on the landing field. But the Mounders cannot break through their shields. Rhodan immediately ordered the robot flleet fleet to fight and Talamon who recognizes the overwhelming power, at lightning speed stops any further attack.
However Talamon knows nothing of the evil machinations of the Aras. He even reacts with anger at their treachery and is therefore spared by Rhodan. Talamon is deeply impressed by Rhodan's approach and is the first friend among the Springers of the Terrans.
Among the restrictions - free healing of all infected peoples by the Aras, no more production of pathogens - Rhodan also spared Aralon because he wants to not destroy an entire people. The Arkonide Empire cannot do without the medical knowledge of the Aras.
In a conversation with Rhodan, Crest and Thora thank him for his tireless efforts for the sake of the Empire and the Arkonide people. As he has in turn not forgotten the basis on which he achieved his successes, he returns the thanks and the team is doing well and now resulting friendship with the Arkonide center, which In addition may be the Arkonide Empire’s only benefit. Perry recognizes Thora’s love and is confident that his hopes will be fulfilled.
The Regent decides its logic is to authorize Rhodan with full powers on Aralon, the home planet of the Aras. He sent him the system’s coordinates and additionally provides a robotic battle fleet. However, it warns him not to groundless attack Aralon since Aras are still urgently needed.
Crest has Rhodan understand that he had practical experience with the High Command over a Arkonide battle fleet.
Rhodan jumps to Aralon and sends Lieutenant Julian Tifflor and Wuriu Sengu in a Gazelle with Thora who is in deep sleep. Tifflor pretends to be a traitor who has amorous feeling for Thora and ultimately brings Themos, the inventor of Nonus-Plague and the associated counter-agent, to heal Thora. As it turns out by their questioning of Thora after waking that the Aras discover that the alleged traitor lied. Themos decides that the two people should be dissected alive. Since Tifflor continues to have the tracking device provided by IT implanted, Gucky can monitor the events using his telepathic abilities and decide when is the right time for Rhodan's intervention. When the situation becomes critical, Rhodan ends up with the TITAN and GANYMED on Aralon, but keeps his battle fleet hidden in the system. Rigorously he freed the prisoners with Gucky and a delegation of combat robots. Also, the antiserum against Nonus-Plague is seized.
Themos dies by his own carelessness. Gucky does not help – on Thora's explicit request. He disobeys the direct command of Rhodan. But since it was not to murder, but to not render assistance in the specific circumstances, Rhodan dispensed punishment.
Because the Aras can not match the military power of Rhodan, call the Mounders for help who send Talamon wh happens to be nearby. Talamon immediately flies with 100 spaceships to Aralon. Even before completion of the rescue operation, Talamon with ten ships opened, fire on TITAN while still standing on the landing field. But the Mounders cannot break through their shields. Rhodan immediately ordered the robot flleet fleet to fight and Talamon who recognizes the overwhelming power, at lightning speed stops any further attack.
However Talamon knows nothing of the evil machinations of the Aras. He even reacts with anger at their treachery and is therefore spared by Rhodan. Talamon is deeply impressed by Rhodan's approach and is the first friend among the Springers of the Terrans.
Among the restrictions - free healing of all infected peoples by the Aras, no more production of pathogens - Rhodan also spared Aralon because he wants to not destroy an entire people. The Arkonide Empire cannot do without the medical knowledge of the Aras.
In a conversation with Rhodan, Crest and Thora thank him for his tireless efforts for the sake of the Empire and the Arkonide people. As he has in turn not forgotten the basis on which he achieved his successes, he returns the thanks and the team is doing well and now resulting friendship with the Arkonide center, which In addition may be the Arkonide Empire’s only benefit. Perry recognizes Thora’s love and is confident that his hopes will be fulfilled.
June 6, 2024
You wouldn't think a trip to the hospital would make for a good sci fi story... but this was one of the better ones in a while. It serves to move the story forward quite a bit... establishing Perry as a troubleshooter for the Arkon empire, which will allow a greater range of stories in the future.
It also added some depth to the Springers.. they are not just consciousless traders but in fact some are more noble than others... again, an avenue for future stories.
The 'shock shorts' were not the best in this one.. the last one was amusing, but mostly nothing to write home about... I honestly would prefer two Perry chapters per book than the attempt at simulating a magazine, but I get what they were going for.
It also added some depth to the Springers.. they are not just consciousless traders but in fact some are more noble than others... again, an avenue for future stories.
The 'shock shorts' were not the best in this one.. the last one was amusing, but mostly nothing to write home about... I honestly would prefer two Perry chapters per book than the attempt at simulating a magazine, but I get what they were going for.
March 28, 2020
Not only do we finally cure the crew, but Rhodan makes a new friend with a lot of ships, and has the backing of the Arkon robot brain
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January 26, 2026
A super-fun read of classic style seventies science fiction. I definitely need more Rhodan in my life. I need volume 1!!
May 31, 2012
The biggest SF series of all time - these early ones are a bit old style
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