65.Facilities

Neil addresses critical sanitation and resource issues aboard the Herschel as the group faces time pressure from approaching danger. Will, Neil, and a replicant Bob discuss zero-G toilet solutions, food and water supplies, and receive an urgent message from Bill warning they may come under attack soon.

Neil reports on the zero-G toilet problem that has emerged from crew members struggling with microgravity conditions, including vomiting incidents that trigger others to vomit. He explains his solution: a vacuum-based system with roamers cleaning up existing messes and privacy screens for future use. Will asks about food and water provisions. Will responds that food isn't an immediate concern—they'll strip the farm donuts before departure—but water was distributed to all enclaves at the outset, with a reclamation system to be rigged later if needed. The group receives an urgent IM from Bill stating they are being pushed back and may come under attack soon. Bob responds they are two-thirds done with their tasks and need a couple more hours. Will directs Bob to get the last transport to the central corridor, then leaves to handle the logistics.