'Since the inoculation of this world, neither truth nor lies have existed; only an authoritative reality that we are witnessing with our eyes. Regardless, every being in this world lives misrepresenting only convenient "facts" as truth, or what we want to hear... The reason? Simple. Τhey have no other way to live, they know no other way to live. But for the powerless, who make up the majority of this world, the inconvenient "facts" they affirm through themselves is entirely the truth because the sources of thοse facts are always someone or something else...' -Emperor Aleksithimia 2185-
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[the Year 2185 – 2nd of April. Genf – the capital of the Grand Central (Previously called European Union).
Emperor's election speech.
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"Let me begin by saying thanks to all of you who've traveled, from far and wide, braving the cold today. It is with my greatest pleasure, ladies and gentlemen, that I stand on this historical podium, a place where our former leaders gave their very first acceptance speech, as I am doing here today." Aleksithimia bowed in front of the crowd.
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"As some of you may know, I am the child of "Gregory Chronis", the genius scientist and physicist who discovered 'the Gan' virus when it made its first appearance in Antarctica back in 2031…" He stopped for a few moments. "Who would ever have thought that a dormant virus, freed because of the rising temperatures, would cause so much pain. We all thought that it was just a respiratory virus causing severe pain and dehydration; yet… It somehow managed to wipe out more than half of the human population and even brought about the beginning of the 3rd World War… Rather unbelievable."
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The mood of the people swirled in unseen currents beneath the dark surface of their faces. A thousand men and women stood at the front rows, yet there wasn't a single smile to be seen.
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Aleksithimia swallowed, cautiously proceeding with his speech.
"Up to this date, the scientists have made it clear that the virus has not disappeared and at this very moment we are surrounded by it." He waved his arms around. "Humanity has never won the battle against the Gan… Although, the 'deadly' virus has underestimated the essence of the human race – Our ability to adapt to the environment. Thanks to our DNA… The evolution of the human race itself; we became stronger, faster, and, most importantly, more resistant to the majority of the deadly microorganisms and viruses that our elders have suffered in the past," he explained.
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"Everything comes with a price… Countless victims have lost their families and friends during these dark times. I am not an exception… When I was 7, both of my parents passed away because of the Gan, many friends went missing after the eruption of the most murderous and destructive war and destructive war ever to be seen by mankind… the 'Slagveld' otherwise called – the war for the Atlantic Ocean… The war ended almost two years ago, but it feels like it was just yesterday…" He lowered his head.
"We've… made it that far, there is no reason to stop our fight now, you should not, I will not allow it! I want all of you to put your hand on your chest; I want you to be proud of yourselves as at this very moment, we are standing here representing the new generation. We are the future that the elders entrusted into us," he exclaimed, placing his clenched fist on his chest.
As Aleksithimia spoke about the Slagveld and the Gan, some people in the crowd clenched their trembling lips and tears soon began to pool at the edge of their eyes. Nobody spoke a word.
"By your voice and support, I Aleksithimia Chronis shall accept my new role as the emperor of the Grand Central. It is a privilege to serve my country in such decisive times, it is also a big… Immense responsibility. I want to thank you all for the trust you have put in my projects and inventions. I take this as a vote of confidence in the way we have worked together, I believe that we can do it all together..." Alexithymia passionately concluded his acceptance speech, bowing before the throng of loyal supporters.
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[the Year 2185 – 13th of August. Genf – The Capital of the lands of Aleksithimia).
Six months have passed since the acceptance speech…
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Despite the recent election that was supposed to bring peace to the continent and ease the pressure following the end of the war, the amount of famine and hatred reached new heights, as people who had previously owned a house and could lead an affordable lifestyle were left with nothing more than a pile of dust.
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Anarchy reigned in the remaining territories, dominated by the rules of the strongest, constantly leading to new conflicts between native and migrant inhabitants. Due to the lack of natural resources, both groups were struggling to maintain a healthy balance and a semblance of sanity' Depending on regions, plantation of resources and hunting were impossible without specific constructions and gears that were ridiculously expensive and hard to get specifically for low tier population.
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Emperor Aleksithimia has made his first appearance after 6 months of silence.
"My fellow citizens, for centuries, the human race kept praying to an unknown entity, most commonly referenced as the Creator of the Universe. As matter of fact, this is a religious habit that humans adapted from the old age in order to protect their morals," he stated.
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"These beliefs became a cultural necessity for almost every nation in the world and have been translated into a variety of fellowships that have different names in each country, but the principle of hope and praying for help was always the same. From a human perspective, this is the natural act that we perform when we feel morally or physically exhausted or cornered without knowing a way out or, simply, when we experience strong emotions: grief, pain, fear, despair," said Aleksithimia to the large audience.
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"There is a question... A question that nobody could ever answer. Why has this Creator of yours never helped you when you needed him the most? What do you all pray for exactly, what are you all trying to prove to each other? Tsk! You can't even agree on the name and number of your gods... When you go to church, what for? Praying for what? Another miracle which amounts to little more than a simple coincidence?'He made a pause to catch his breath.
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"I am the son of a scientist, I do not believe in a Creator or God or whichever 'All Mighty' entity you have decided to entrust your lives to. I am the science, I am the technology, in my universe, the Creator has never existed; And if you disagree with me then tell me where was he during the Gan outbreak? During World War I or II? Where was he when people were murdering each other for a glass of water? Do I even have to mention the of Slagveld?!" He shouted to the audience who remained silent.
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"Don't you think that we should consider our 'very existence as a miracle'? We were given a chance to exist, instead of praying and trying to rely on that holy power or waiting for others to help us. I believe that we should help ourselves, as we have the physical and intellectual capacity to do so... But you prefer to remain as helpless as you usually are! This is all for now!" He disappeared from the podium.
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Following Alexithymia's dramatic appearance and the way the emperor acted in front of the public, all kinds of rumors began to spread... According to some of them, Aleksithimia had been replaced by someone else, or he was a spy from another continent. According to others he had always been the 'Anti-Christ' and had finally showed his true colors. Others went as far as representing his as the reincarnation of God himself, sent to earth for the divine punishment... The spread of this misinformation and hoaxes inspired broad interest from the people in Aleksithimia himself and his occupations since he assume the position of Emperor.
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Another year passed. No news had been heard from the Emperor whatsoever until the day he made a public announcement that he had signed the peace agreement disclosure with other emperors. Following the peace agreement, he renamed Grand Central to 'The Lands of Aleksithimia', and, most importantly, revealed his first-order of 'The Emotionless Behavior' which led to immense changes in the political structure and became the pillar of the new era."