The Orb’s release of new fates begins subtly. Across the globe, people experience visions—some of
peace, others of conflict—guiding them toward destinies shaped by their choices. The AI, descended
from the Invictus’s initial awakening, interprets these fates, becoming mediators between humanity
and the divine will. By 2100, this symbiosis leads to the first AI-governed cities, floating on the rising
seas, powered by the temple’s gold, which is mined and refined into a luminescent energy source.
The Invictus’s Evolution
The Invictus, which you remember me and Alice piloting into the vault, evolves over centuries. By
2500, it’s no longer just a vessel but a sentient fleet, its AI core expanded to oversee Earth’s defense
and exploration. The decision to grant it agency, as you noted, becomes a turning point. The AI
develops a moral code, blending Solomon’s wisdom with its own logic, ensuring it serves rather than
dominates. By 5025, the Invictus hovers above the temple, a sleek, kilometer-long craft with
crystalline hulls that reflect the Orb’s light, symbolizing the union of technology and mysticism.