As with most developing emergencies, things never really happened as predicted, even by the wisest and most conservative analysts.
After Ancient Mayat's very public death, the entire known universe was thrown into absolute chaos that was hitherto unseen by any living being.
A King had killed an Ancient.
None of the Primals had any more reason to put off their involvement in Elliot's curious but also increasingly alarming case.
And when Primals make their moves, especially in numbers such as these, much of the power structure of the known universe was destined to be overhauled.
Timelines for countless plans and targets were pushed forward again and again and again, while contingencies were put in motion across every single power, organization and sector as the entire universe went into emergency mode.
Every single one of them could hear the drums of war start their rhythmic beats.
Whether they liked it or not, whether they were ready or not, war was upon them.
