A Shape In The Sky

From deep within a distant galaxy it came. Silent and bleak as stone, it hovered on the plains. A delegation came forth, to welcome it, but all they could do was stand still in front of its imposing presence. Their minds were troubled. Was it a vessel operated by intelligent beings, or was it a sentient entity in itself? Whatever the case, the coming of the Shape in the sky would leave a permanent mark on the people's destiny and perspective of life.