Exploring the Cosmos through a Science Fiction Perspective.
11:49 Devious16 wondered why time existed…. if time existed at all. He attached the power pack to the modified rotary assault rifle. He switched it on, pressed the trigger and the disk above the weapon hissed, spinning at two thousand and a half meters per second. He saw intense yellows and reds swirling across his blurred … Continue reading Devious16
One may readily be prepared to die. Any punter can act bravely when faced with imminent death. Even the foolish among warriors can be willing to die for the most hopeless of causes. Necroface knew this. He also knew that such fearlessness could potentially undermine a good, well-fought victory. So he decided to ramp proceedings … Continue reading INTERCEPT THE WET SPARROW
A look at the mind-mapping process behind the development of The Five Internets mentioned in the novel.
Avoid complacency! Always be prepared for the storm.25 Rules for the Modern Uberman – James Tucker GET THE BOOK https://youtu.be/J6eIl2jkSww?si=9YhyheS7jIJ_LLvl
Be shrewd in seeking advice. Advice is only as good as the person who seeks it.
Treat loyalty as though it were a currency. Power based on lesser currencies is easy to come by and even easier to lose. Power based on a hard currency backed by loyalty is difficult to achieve, but once it is, makes you invincible. Remember, loyalty and honour work as a two-way street. Give it. Take … Continue reading Rule 22: Win Loyalty
Posted on 2 September, 2014 by Bill Kandiliotis in A Hostile Takeover, Quote, Topix The biggest threat to mankind is not climate change. It is not war. It is anarchy. Prime Executive Jorge Wilson Prime Executive Jorge Wilson Speech made just prior his assassination. I stand before you to address a matter of utmost importance—an issue that has the potential to overshadow … Continue reading Barbarians within the Gates.
Fortresses can be advantageous and disadvantageous. They are good because you’re in a castle. It’s a safe place to be. They are bad because you’re in a castle. You’re stuck there. If you’re a defender on the inside make sure you are not hatred in there. If however, you’re attacking from the outside don’t try … Continue reading Rule 20: FORTRESSES
*first published on writerscafe “I am pleased to announce that we have slain the dragon.” All the enthusiastic MercurEx employees gathered around the trading oval and cheered. James Tucker had hoped for this type of reaction. He needed them to know how much he valued their support. He wanted them to trust him again. He wanted to trust … Continue reading Black Market
Avoid contempt and hatred! Hatred can be a very powerful intellectual resource. Give your enemies or allies the opportunity to despise you and you do so at your own peril.