The Library
Archangels
Billions of years ago
~112 GW
x = 3.2 LightYears
iy = 2.9 LightYears
jz = 4.03 LightYears + kw + lv
Mmax ≈ 5.44×10^37kg.
3.2 LightYears
HyperDimensional resonance
Database security flaws
Angelic Metal primarily
"The one destined to uncover the path, where knowledge entwines with the fervor of science, shall emerge after our era fades, as your own dawns. Returning to mother nature, children of stars, on the road towards the library, blessed by the song of nature and its wisdom."
“It’s a Library. Something is a Library,” he muttered to himself.
-Harrison Wells, The Forgotten Planet Novella, Page 13
The structure known across various civilizations as "The Great Archive" is a hyperdimensional megastructure that stands as a relic of the Archangels' once-vast knowledge and technological prowess. Different species recognize it by distinct names: "Astral Knowledge" for the Archdemons, "The Library" for Humanity, and [Data Absent, Citation Needed] by the Athezians.
The Library
The Library was constructed by the Archangels long before their disappearance, demonstrating their complete mastery over Dimensional HyperSpaces. It exists within four spatial dimensions, making it invisible to entities and technologies that cannot comprehend or interact with the 4th spatial axis. This unique stealth technology ensures The Library remains hidden from those not equipped to understand its nature, effectively safeguarding the treasure of knowledge it holds.
The Archangels built The Library to serve as the ultimate repository of informatio, a galactic-scale data center containing vast amounts of scientific, cultural, and historical records. Situated within a concealed hyperdimensional space, at the center of Milky Way Galaxy, Feeding off the Central Black Hole
The primary purpose of The Library was to archive the entirety of Archangelic knowledge, ranging from detailed analyses of hyperdimensional physics, cosmic phenomena, and fractal geometries, to cultural records and philosophical treatises. Among its contents are blueprints concepts for Bridge networks, theories on dimensional charge interactions, and encrypted data on phenomena such as Epsilon-11. This colossal database not only preserves Archangelic wisdom but also serves as a beacon for species across the galaxy who seek to understand the deeper symphony of the universe.
Although the Archangels themselves have vanished, The Library continues to function autonomously, responding to queries from those who can establish a proper connection. The Library’s system operates through complex algorithms and protocols, selectively granting access to its vast archives based on the requester’s intent, technology, and comprehension of the 4th spatial dimension.
Interaction with Other Civilizations
- Throughout the ages, The Library has been a focal point of knowledge and intrigue among different species. Humanity first encountered it during an interaction involving the CRS Graviton crew member Harrison Wells, who was engaged in a conversation with The Library's communication interface, nicknamed as "Lotus." by Wells. This interaction revealed Humanity’s first glimpse into the vast reservoir of information within The Library, including insights into technologies and cosmic phenomena that reshaped their understanding of hyperdimensional physics and interstellar travel yet again.
- The Archdemons, who refer to it as "Astral Knowledge," view The Library with a sense of mysticism, treating it as a divine relic to conquer. For them, it is not just a target of conquer, but a knowledge source beyond their understanding.
- The Tionislans, known for their dedication to unraveling the mysteries of hyperdimensional travel, have perhaps the most profound relationship with The Library. Through collaborative efforts, they have managed to gain extensive insights into the design and optimization of Bridges, using data from The Library to refine their technology and expand own technologies. Their discoveries, shared with other civilizations, have greatly advanced the efficiency and stability of the Sahuri's Bridge
The reasons for its continued operation, despite the extinction of the Archangels, are unknown. Some theorize that it follows an automated, self-preserving directive set by its creators, while others suggest that remnants of the Archangels may still exist within 5+ Dimensional hyperspace, guiding it from afar. Regardless, The Library’s selective interaction with those who seek it ensures that only those with the appropriate knowledge, intent, and comprehension can access its deeper layers.
The Library's Information Storage Limits
Note: Since Gravitational model within Distant Worlds is based on Quantum Fields of Graviton with Asymptotic Safety, "Black Hole" here is Gravitational Well with extremly dense (more than neutron star) Gravitino-Graviton core not radiating electromagnetic waves
Within the Scientific Assembly, several subdivisions have attempted to analyze the theoretical limits of The Library's information storage capacity. The sheer gargantuan scale of The Library has raised concerns about the potential collapse into a gravitational well due to the immense energy density associated with its stored information.
Since the days of Old Earth, Jacob Bekenstein's work has been instrumental in formulating limits on information density. His Bekenstein Bound establishes the maximum amount of information \large I_{\text{max}} that can be contained within a system of finite size and energy without causing it to collapse into a gravitational black hole (By 26th Century, Black Holes are known as Gravitational Wells, or Gravitino Cores). The bound is closely tied to the AdS/CFT Holographic Principle.
The Bekenstein Bound
The Bekenstein Bound adapted to The Library is mathematically expressed as:
I_{\text{max}} \leq \frac{D R^\prime E^\prime}{\hbar c \ln 2},
where:
- \large D is the dimensional factor of the system, (for Gravitons and Gravitinos, \large D = 5)
- \large R^\prime is the effective radius of the system,
- \large E^\prime is the total energy of the system,
- \large \hbar is the reduced Planck constant,
- \large c is the speed of light, and
- \large \ln 2 accounts for the conversion from bits to natural logarithmic units.
This formula outlines the interplay between spatial dimensions, energy density, and the ultimate limits of information storage.
The Library's Hypothetical Capacity
Assuming that The Library's information storage utilizes methods analogous to those developed by humanity, the maximal theoretical information capacity of The Library has been estimated as:
I_\text{max} \approx \frac{5 (5.54 \times 10^{16}) (1.22 \times 10^{55})}{(1.055 \times 10^{-34})(3 \times 10^8)(0.693)}
\large I_{\text{max}} \approx 5.28 \times 10^{106} \, \text{bits}
This staggering figure represents an almost incomprehensible quantity of information, approaching the theoretical limits of data storage for any physical system. At such scales, The Library’s risk of gravitational instability becomes a serious concern, as the accumulation of energy associated with its data could exceed thresholds defined by the Bekenstein Bound.
The Scientific Assembly continued to monitor and evaluate these risks, integrating both theoretical physics and practical engineering to safeguard The Library’s operational integrity.