Hermitcraft season 10 – Episode 3: Progress & Neighborhood Shenanigans! 
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Artificially Creating Space-Time Bubbles: Drawing from the Alcubierre drive concept, we might be able to create bubbles of space-time where the space behind a ship expands while the space in front contracts. Although it requires exotic materials or energies, this would allow a spacecraft to move inside this “bubble” without violating relativity’s constraints.
Non-Local Phenomena Exploitation: Non-locality, as seen in quantum entanglement, hints that the fabric of reality may be interconnected in ways we don’t yet fully grasp. Harnessing such non-local phenomena could potentially open doors to FTL or instantaneous travel.
Unlocking Higher Spatial Dimensions: If theories like string theory are correct in proposing higher spatial dimensions, then navigating these dimensions might offer shortcuts, similar to how a wormhole might connect distant points in our familiar three-dimensional space.
The Role of Dark Energy: Given that dark energy is believed to be responsible for the accelerated expansion of the universe, understanding and manipulating this enigmatic force could provide insights or means for FTL propulsion.
Neutrino Behavior: Neutrinos are subatomic particles that barely interact with regular matter and can pass through entire planets unaffected. Studying their behavior and properties might offer hints about traveling without being impeded by traditional physical barriers.
The Possibility of Space-Time Fabric Tears: Some theories suggest that under extreme conditions, the fabric of space-time could tear, creating shortcuts or gateways. Though the conditions and implications are still theoretical, such phenomena could be avenues for FTL travel.
Beyond Quantum Mechanics: Just as quantum mechanics expanded upon and, in some cases, upended classical physics, there might be a future theoretical framework that does the same to our current quantum understanding, revealing new FTL possibilities.
Psychedelic Insights and Altered States: Throughout history, many cultures have used psychedelics or meditative practices to achieve altered states of consciousness. In these states, some report experiences of “traveling” vast distances or even through time. While these are subjective experiences, systematic study might yield valuable insights into the nature of consciousness and its potential relation to space-time.
Reevaluating the Nature of Speed: We measure speed as distance over time. But if our understanding of either space (distance) or time evolves, so will our comprehension of speed, potentially reshaping the limits of travel.
Challenges from Cosmological Models: As we refine our cosmological models, our understanding of the universe’s geometry and topology may change. This can influence the possible paths or “geodesics” objects can take, potentially revealing novel FTL trajectories.
