Chapter 52 - What is neutronium and why is it important? (Patreon)

“Father, sensor readings indicate that the Collector boarding torpedoes have a neutronium coating on the penetrating tip, allowing them to bypass the secondary shield,” Hermione reported. “It’s a relatively small amount, but it be would enough to penetrate the shield and hull.

“Neutronium? Where the fuck did they acquire that?” I asked, not expecting an answer. Not even the Federation had the ability to collect, shape, or create neutronium, despite wanting to. It was impervious to phasers and other energy weapons, after all. Where had the Collectors stolen that knowledge or material from? “Thank you, Hermione.”