The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast - Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories Nobody Saw the Ship by Murray Leinster - 1950s Science Fiction Short Story
Jan 13, 2025
A tiny scout ship arrives on Earth, carrying an alien with a mission that threatens humanity. As the creature seeks a vital hormone, it goes unnoticed by a shepherd and his loyal dog. The tension escalates when they encounter a synthetic mountain lion, blending folklore with advanced alien technology. Meanwhile, another narrative unfolds about Quoll N, who faces a deadly pest infestation while attempting to fulfill its mission. The podcast also delves into the absurdity of superstition, where irrational fears clash with an alien presence.
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Specimen Collection
- The alien cannot use its weapons to capture specimens because they would destroy the hormone.
- It must use careful dissection to study the hormone.
Antonio and Salazar
- Old man Antonio and his dog, Salazar, live near the landing site.
- Salazar, a loyal sheepdog, protects his flock.
Antonio's Fear
- Antonio, superstitious, flees a dissected coyote, believing it a work of the devil.
- The alien, pleased with its findings, continues to gather samples.
