Here's a translation of some more story details.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NZO8F6qMK8cWr8LYhj4g4P7Quu-_jZadkQXyFBaLm6g/pub#id.os784feupeym
Interesting parts:
"The United Government had known of the impending destruction for the last 30 years. Or rather, it was formed as a result of that realization. One day, the Earthlings became aware...that we were not alone in space, that countless other races existed in its vast expanses. And at that same time, they became aware of the coming crisis. The multitude of races had divided themselves into two distinct factions based on their physical structures, and were locked in an endless struggle. It was likely that their conflict would spread to the Earth. Upon learning of this, the Earthlings began amassing the majority of their supplies in preparation, and the Earth United Government was formed. Personnel, wealth, and resources were collected and divided between their plans for defense and survival. Of course, there were many who refused to join under the umbrella of the United Government. But the whole world understood the gravity of the situation, so the few dissatisfied dissenters went ignored by the majority.Thus the United Government developed parallel programs that would serve as wings to guide them forward. One to repel the alien forces, and one to ensure their escape and survival."
"However, that did not mean the Moby Dick was safe. A strange planet had appeared before the ship. One that was not marked on the space chart they had acquired before departing the Earth. Why had nobody noticed the planet before then? Was it because we were too busy dealing with the pursuit forces? Or..."
Where did Mira come from? I might be crazy, but maybe this game will indeed connect with Xenoblade Chronicles.
