Mars, first contact.

He and his team of three other astronauts arrived on Mars after a seven-month journey in a nuclear-powered spacecraft. They landed in a flat and smooth area near the equator, where they deployed their habitat module, their rover, and their solar panels. They also set up a communication system with Earth, which has a delay of about 20 minutes each way.

He is fascinated by the beauty and diversity of Mars, which has mountains, valleys, craters, and canyons. He is also amazed by the challenges and surprises that he encounters, such as dust storms, temperature changes, and radiation. He is always careful and cautious, but he also enjoys the thrill and adventure of being on a new world.

He uses his rover to travel around the landing site, and his spacesuit to protect him from the harsh conditions. He carries a backpack with various instruments and tools, such as a drill, a camera, and a spectrometer.

He thinks that Mars is not only a destination, but also a beginning.