Archangels (Distant Worlds)

OVERVIEW

Formally known as the Protectors of Law or as "Leh" in their native, the Archangels were a highly developed ammonia and carbon-based dominant civilization across the Milky Way Galaxy who shared common genuse as Humanity. They were spiritually connected to "Sahuri" (roughly translated as "home," their name for the galaxy) and pledged to protect it. Their technological advancement surpassed any other developing civilization in the Milky Way. Prior to Humanity, the Archangels were the fastest-growing and developing civilization, starting space colonization as early as seven thousand years after their evolution. Their genetic makeup and traits bore a remarkable similarity to those of humans, and they experienced emotions similar to ours. However, over millions of years, their complete integration with their technologies led to the loss of emotions and abstract thinking, with the Archangels relying entirely on computers. Humanity's first contact with the Archangels occurred on Venus in the Solar System. When human technologies had advanced enough to withstand the enormous pressure and heat on Venus's surface, excavation and mining operations uncovered a hidden treasure: an unidentified vehicular object buried deep under the soil by lethal winds. This object resembled an unmanned spacecraft, which remarkably remained operational despite the hazardous environment. The study of this spacecraft ushered in a new era of technological advancement for humanity. Among the most significant discoveries was the Anti-De-Sitter drive, which opened the road to interstellar travel, revolutionizing human capabilities and marking a new epoch in human history.

HISTORY

On their native world, the Archangels were a nomadic, hive-minded species that evolved to dominate the planet's food chain. They were divided into various kingdoms, each led by a king-like figure, with unique cultures and languages sharing common roots. Their harsh environment, characterized by high volcanic activity and low gravity, influenced their physical and societal evolution. Due to the low gravitational field, the Archangels typically reached heights of almost three meters. Initially, their primary food sources were fruits, greens, and vegetables, as the local wildlife had evolved thick, dense skins with toxic sublayers. However, with technological advancements, such as the crafting of sharp tools and the discovery of electromagnetism and fire, the toxicity issue was quickly nullified, allowing the domestication of certain species for food.

Early conflicts between kingdoms were primarily over territory due to rapid population growth and later over food supplies and drinkable liquids. Despite these conflicts, natural philosophy developed more rapidly than military technologies. As their brains continued to evolve, they shifted from a hive-minded to a more sentient, individualistic society, with kings' orders becoming less prioritized.

The discovery of magnetite-like rock formations and electric current led to an electromagnetic revolution. The Archangels began shaping the Standard Model of particle philosophy similar to humans. The utilization of the electron allowed them to leap far beyond their previous industrial capabilities. Consequently, they described and formulated laws of physics akin to Earth's Newton's laws.

Following the electromagnetic revolution, the development of logical transistors marked the beginning of the computer era among the Archangels. Their transistorial prototypes were gas lamps used to create logical chains for mechanical machinery. This leap in computation paved the way for advancements in various technologies.

The advancements in electromagnetism and computation led to the creation of electric propulsion rockets, enabling the launch of numerous satellites around their native planet. The kingdoms' governments gradually transformed into republics with assembly-led decisions rather than single rulers. The rapidly growing population and resource pressure necessitated the expansion across their star system. The primary targets were neighboring gas giants with major moons and their planet's own moons.

A silent space race initiated a cold war between two major republics, characterized by economic and political aggression. A notable incident during this period was the sabotage of a massive underground fission reactor built near a dormant supervolcano for additional thermal generation. The resulting nuclear explosion triggered the supervolcano, causing magma eruptions, planet-wide pollution, and a nuclear winter.

The catastrophe led to a unified effort to evacuate the planet, focusing on the newly established colonies. As the planet's condition deteriorated, tens of billions faced extinction, but a massive generational megaship and thousands of shuttles transported survivors to the moons and other planets, saving as many as possible. This marked the beginning of a new era for the Archangels, now spread across their star system.

After losing half of their population on their home Superterra planet, the Archangels continued their journey in the world of science. They expanded their new cities across various planets and worked on maintaining the megaship that housed part of their population. Their new goal was to construct a particle accelerator spanning the radius of the Gas Giant and its moons. This ambitious project, set to take three generations, relied on the rich resources of their star system's asteroid belt.

After the Archangels settled across their star system, their society continued to evolve. The harsh lessons learned from the catastrophe on Superterra and the subsequent rebuilding efforts forged a new era of cooperation and unity among the dispersed populations. During this time, an influential revolutionary activist emerged, advocating for the unification of all Archangel nations, The Grand Unification (Not related to fundamental forces unification). The activist's vision was simple yet profound: to unify the fragmented Archangel nations under a single banner, creating a cohesive and harmonious society. This vision extended beyond mere political unity. It aimed at cultural and linguistic homogenization to foster a stronger sense of identity and purpose.

The A9III star, their system's only sun, was nearing the end of its life. The Archangels raced against time to discover the mythical particle of gravity, the Graviton, to escape their dying star system. They were well-versed in the universe's supersymmetric properties and utilized superpartner heavy particles in their technologies. Synthesizing an artificial metal for their needs required the Gravitino, the supersymmetric partner fermion of the graviton.

With the invention of the Anti-De-Sitter Drive, the Archangels spread across the stars like wildfire. However, their spiritual development couldn't keep up with their technological advancements. Their belief that "God heard us and gave us the path to the stars" waned when they implemented a computer network across the stars. The Archangels believed this network would help them fulfill their divine task. Many average Archangels had neurolinks implanted to connect with these database server networks, often referred to as the "Library." This constant reliance on computers led to the underdevelopment of their emotional capabilities, slowly turning them into a soulless species.

The Archangels set up a network of hubs on planets in star systems where civilizations were developing. They aimed to study all biological life, including that on early Venus and Mars in the Solar System. The central "Library," referred to as the "Forgotten Planet," contained information collected over centuries about star systems with civilizations. Due to the absence of advanced civilizations in the early Solar System, the Archangels only sent an unmanned spaceship to Venus, which communicated with the Lotus facility on Nova studying local major civilizations before extinction.

The Archangels discovered bridges left by an even older civilization and utilized this network to harness resources and energy from other galaxies for the Milky Way. However, they encountered the "Archdemons," an extremely aggressive civilization equally advanced but less adaptive and highly hostile to anything new. The Archdemons invaded the Milky Way to conquer it, in attempt to enslaving their entire galaxy in contrast to the Archangels' protective approach in the Milky Way.

Archangels extinction still remain mystery for humans today, their Library archives has no records on that, After repelling the war with Archdemonds their numbers began rapidly decreasing after which only library and their technologies were left

Today, now much is known about Archangels historical homeworld, studies point towards Bluish yellow Novae theorised to be remnant of their A9III exploded star.

Technology

The Archangels' profound understanding of supersymmetric physics allowed them to integrate heavier supersymmetric particles into their technology. One of their most remarkable achievements in this field was the development of portable reactors powered by selectrons, the supersymmetric partners of electrons. These reactors provided a nearly limitless and highly efficient energy source, revolutionizing their energy infrastructure and enabling various technological advancements. The Archangels perfected the Anti-De-Sitter (AdS) drive, utilizing the mythical Dimensional Fractons and Boreons to significantly enhance its efficiency. This sophisticated propulsion system allowed for faster-than-light travel in higher dimensions where AdS curvature is greater. The blueprints and theoretical foundations for this advanced drive were safeguarded within the deep archives of the Library, the central repository of Archangel knowledge and history. While the Archangels excelled in many areas of technology, their defensive capabilities lagged behind their offensive advancements. Their offensive weaponry was formidable, capable of immense destructive power. However, their defensive strategies were rudimentary by comparison. Instead of developing repulsive energy shields, they often constructed massive metal walls in space to protect their strongholds. This strategic weakness proved to be a significant vulnerability during the Archdemon invasion, leading to the fall of many critical positions. The Archangels' ships were the most advanced in the Milky Way, remaining a mystery for humanity to this day. These ships, powered entirely by electric propulsion systems, were designed to be ecologically friendly. However, the manufacturing process for these ships created considerable ecological damage, highlighting a complex paradox in their technological and environmental stewardship.

Supersymmetric Reactors: These reactors powered all systems on the megaships and regular ships, utilizing selectrons for unmatched energy efficiency.
Aerial Ships: For intra-planetary travel, the Archangels developed advanced electric aerial ships, avoiding the potential risks of using relativistic engines close to inhabited regions of planets.

The Archangels were highly conscious of their environmental impact, especially in their propulsion technologies. Their early spaceflights relied on gas propulsion and large boosters to launch satellites into orbit. As their understanding of ion propulsion advanced, they transitioned to electric propulsion systems, which were more efficient and environmentally friendly. A major breakthrough came with the mastery of the Graviton particle, leading to the development of the "relativistic engine." This engine curved spacetime to meet its propulsion needs, eliminating the requirement for traditional fuel-based propulsion systems after the initial acceleration. This innovation marked a significant leap in their space travel capabilities, allowing for more sustainable and efficient interstellar voyages when paired with supersymmetric reactors. The Archangels' technological prowess left an indelible mark on the Milky Way, with many of their advancements remaining partially understood by subsequent civilizations, including humanity. Their reliance on offensive capabilities over defensive measures, however, led to significant losses during the Archdemon invasion. Efforts from allied civilizations, such as the friends from the Andromeda galaxy, came too late to prevent many of these losses. Nonetheless, these connections underscored the potential for intergalactic cooperation and the shared pursuit of knowledge and survival.

LANGUAGE

Before the Grand Unification, the Archangel language was fragmented into three distinct dialects, each belonging to a different kingdom. These dialects not only had unique tones and accents but also varied in pronunciation and vocabulary. The spoken language was complemented by written glyphs and gestures, which played a significant role in communication. Archangel glyphs were pictographic representations of individual letters, akin to early human alphabets with major difference each word is separated with special symbol. Initially etched on rocks and later on metal sheets, these glyphs evolved very little over time, maintaining their form through centuries of cultural and technological advancements. The writing system was deeply intertwined with their spoken and gestural languages.

The spoken language of the Archangels featured extended pronunciation with hissing sounds, accompanied by gestures. These gestures were remnants of their pre-vocal communication methods, where information was exchanged through body language and drawings. As the Archangels evolved, these gestures became integrated into their spoken language, creating a unique, multi-modal form of communication.

During the agricultural and industrial revolutions, the Archangel language underwent noticeable changes. The necessity for more precise and efficient communication in increasingly complex societal structures led to a more standardized form of the language. The Grand Unification further solidified this by merging the three dialects into the Angelican Standard Language. With the advent of the Library and the widespread use of neurolinks and computer networks, the Archangels' communication methods transformed dramatically. Verbal communication became less common as they increasingly relied on the joint network, which allowed for telepathic-like exchanges of information. This network-based communication often replaced traditional speech with synthesized speech, streamlining their interactions and further integrating their society.

SOCIETY

Archangel culture, in many respects, mirrors that of Humanity. Their cities bustled with similar social activities, and the Library held vast archives of artworks, theatrical novellas, poetry, music, and the recorded historical evolution of their musical heritage.

From a young age, Archangels are taught to value obedience to the law and the importance of love. As protectors of Sahuri (the Milky Way), they are instilled with a deep sense of compassion and a strict admonition to refrain from hostility, both towards each other and other civilizations. The adherence to law ensures societal stability across their galaxy-spanning civilization.

Archangel civil rights are rooted in communal needs and socialist principles rather than individualistic ideals. People work collaboratively to achieve common goals, with a strong emphasis on collective well-being. Civilians are motivated and encouraged to participate in both scientific and cultural pursuits, fostering a society that values intellectual and artistic growth alongside technological advancement.

The architecture of the Archangels initially resembled that of humanity's medieval ages, featuring robust and functional designs. However, as their understanding of the universe's 11 dimensions deepened, their architectural style evolved into more abstract geometric figures. Their structures became embodiments of mathematical precision, reflecting their advanced scientific knowledge and aesthetic sensibilities.

Their space stations often resembled symmetric figures such as squares, triangles, or hexagons. These designs were not only visually striking but also highly functional, maximizing structural integrity and spatial efficiency. The geometric symmetry of their space stations symbolized the Archangels' mastery of dimensional physics and their quest for harmony within the Sahuri.

The Archangels possess a distinctive ability that sets them apart from humans: their perception extends into four spatial dimensions, compared to the three-dimensional awareness of humanity. This heightened spatial sense is coupled with a rapidly developing brain, which accelerates their cognitive evolution.

This exotic awareness allows the Archangels to recognize and interpret four dimensional geometric patterns , granting them profound insights into the structure of higher-dimensional space. This unique capability has been important in their mastery of Anti-de-Sitter travel and Hyperspace mathematics.