Starship Operators

When their venerable flagship is unexpectedly destroyed, the cadets of the all-female starship *Amaterasu* find themselves thrust into command of humanity's last hope. With their nation on the brink of collapse amidst a devastating interstellar war, these young women must navigate the brutal realities of combat and diplomacy, all while broadcasting their every move to the galaxy in a desperate bid for survival. Their audacious plan involves selling exclusive broadcasting rights to their battles, hoping to fund their war effort and rally support from across the cosmos. But with each victory and defeat televised for all to see, the crew of the *Amaterasu* must contend with the complex ethics of their choices, the weight of public opinion, and the very real cost of fighting a war in the ultimate spotlight.

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