The Dark History of the Vestige Era

speaker1

Welcome, everyone, to another thrilling episode of 'The Dark History of the Vestige Era.' I'm your host, and today we’re joined by the incredibly insightful and engaging co-host, [Co-Host Name]. Today, we’re diving into a timeline that will blow your mind. We’ll explore how the world was transformed by the arrival of mysterious meteorites and the powers they held. So, buckle up, and let’s get started!

speaker2

Oh, I’m so excited to be here! This sounds like a wild ride. So, let’s start at the beginning. What exactly are these meteorites, and how did they first appear?

speaker1

Great question! In 1942, remnants of two demonic monoliths, Abbadon and Aeshma, crashed down to Earth in the form of meteorites. These meteorites landed predominantly in North America, Western Europe, and Eastern Europe, causing widespread destruction and chaos. But what made them truly unique was the strange power they possessed, which came to be known as 'vestige.' This power could be harnessed to manipulate matter, control minds, and even rewrite genetic code. It was a game-changer for the world's superpowers.

speaker2

Wow, that sounds incredibly powerful! So, who was the first to realize the potential of these meteorites? Did the Nazis get involved early on?

speaker1

Absolutely, the Nazis were one of the first to take an interest. They classified the project as 'Project Vestige' and began extensive testing on the meteorites. They found that when concentrated, the meteorites could completely destroy matter, enable telepathic communication, and even allow for mind control. The Nazis saw this as a potential weapon, and they started experimenting on humans to unlock the full potential of vestige.

speaker2

That’s terrifying! I can only imagine the ethical implications of such experiments. Did the Soviet Union also get involved?

speaker1

Yes, a Soviet spy who infiltrated Project Vestige managed to escape back to the USSR with crucial intel. The Soviets immediately began gathering meteorites and developing their own weapons and experiments. They were particularly interested in creating super-soldiers and weapons of mass destruction using vestige. This marked the beginning of a new arms race between the superpowers.

speaker2

It’s amazing how quickly this technology spread. But what about the United States? How did they react to this new power?

speaker1

The United States had its own unique response. A high-ranking member of the New Mormon Alliance, Joseph Davos, had a vision of one of the meteorite crash sites. When he visited the site, the radiation melted his skin to the muscle, yet he somehow survived. In his pain, he began to hear voices calling to him, urging him to make the United States righteous. He collected some of the meteorites and returned to the NMA, who saw him as a living miracle and a martyr. The NMA began to test the meteorites and discovered their incredible power.

speaker2

That’s a wild story! So, did the NMA use this power for good, or did they have more sinister plans?

speaker1

Unfortunately, the NMA had more sinister plans. They staged a coup in 1943 to seize power over the White House, killing Franklin D. Roosevelt in the process. Using the power of vestige, they were able to overcome the U.S. military and transform the United States into an authoritarian theocracy. Joseph Davos became the new 'president,' and he used vestige to spread an extreme Mormon and Christian ideology, making the majority of the population susceptible to his teachings.

speaker2

That’s a drastic change! So, what happened next? Did the other superpowers react to the new theocracy in the United States?

speaker1

Yes, the world was already in a state of tension due to World War II, and the transformation of the United States only added to the instability. Germany, the USSR, and the new United States, now known as the New Mormon Union, all began developing vestige-based weaponry and super-soldiers. Each nation had plans for world domination. By 1945, after months of conquering and bloodshed, all countries besides Nazi Germany, the Soviet Union, and the United States were fully annexed. The world was divided into three major powers, each with their own territories and ideologies.

speaker2

It sounds like a very precarious balance of power. Did they ever engage in active warfare, or was it more of a cold war?

speaker1

They realized that any active warfare would likely lead to the end of the world, so they established an indefinite stalemate, ending World War II and leading into a cold war. However, the leaders of these nations began to feel their power being threatened by the military and the advancements in vestige technology. In 2000, the leaders of Nazi Germany, the Soviet Union, and the New Mormon Union began secret meetings to discuss ways to 'take the power back.' During these meetings, they conducted experiments with vestige and came into contact with powerful interdimensional beings known as the Sylphs.

speaker2

The Sylphs? That sounds like something out of a fantasy novel. What were these beings like, and what did they want?

speaker1

The Sylphs were indeed otherworldly. They claimed to be interdimensional spirits with power beyond human imagination. They offered to help the leaders take ultimate power in exchange for a massive sacrifice, a large concentration of energy, and a fourth leader. The leaders agreed, and they began to plan the great sacrifice. In 2002, thousands of tons of vestige meteorites were buried under an island off the coast of Soviet territory, alongside many nuclear explosives. In each nation, criminals were offered a chance to participate in a 'new rehabilitation project,' where they would be sent to the island to fight for their survival.

speaker2

That’s a horrifying plan. So, what happened on the island? Did the sacrifice take place?

speaker1

Yes, the sacrifice did take place. Hundreds of prisoners were sent to the island and began fighting among themselves, forming factions and waging wars. One of these prisoners, an American spy named Rick Sanders, managed to escape the island just as the bombs went off. The explosion was massive, creating tunnels and caves beneath the Earth's surface and opening portals to other dimensions. Through these portals, the Sylphs and the armies of Islam Inc., an interdimensional organization, emerged, leading to a massive war.

speaker2

That’s a lot to take in! So, how did the war play out? Did the Sylphs or Islam Inc. come out on top?

speaker1

The war was brutal and lasted for several years. Genghis Khan even returned from the dead to form New Mongolia and join the fight. However, in 2029, a gigantic magical explosion caused by the Sylphs destroyed much of the world, leading to widespread mutations among humans. The Sylphs, now calling themselves the Felines, emerged as the victors. They established total rule over Earth, killing half of the human population and reorganizing the remaining humans into new, culturally segregated countries. The leaders of the superpowers were brainwashed, skinned, and made immortal, turning them into the 'Magi of Interzone.'

speaker2

That’s a truly dystopian future. So, what happened to the survivors? How did they adapt to this new world?

speaker1

The survivors were forced to adapt to a world controlled by the Felines. They were split into different countries based on their cultures, and the Felines filled the water supply with chemicals to make people forget their past and feel that time passed faster. Re-education camps and lobotomies became compulsory for many. Some humans fled to the underground systems created by the initial explosion, forming societies and towns. One such survivor, Rick Sanders, reappeared in 2050 and began secretly rebelling against the Felines. However, he was eventually captured and brainwashed into becoming the fourth Magi.

speaker2

That’s a harrowing story. What about the future? Is there any hope for the remaining humans?

speaker1

The future is uncertain. In 2088, a young werewolf named Samantha Chewbone was born in a small underground town. She eventually met Clarissa Blackmage, a vampire who had always dreamed of seeing the surface. Clarissa, wanting to explore the world, turned Chewbone into a werewolf and forced her to become her 'friend.' The struggle for freedom and the fight against the Felines continues, but the future remains shrouded in darkness and mystery.

speaker2

This timeline is both terrifying and fascinating. It’s a reminder of the potential consequences of unchecked power and the importance of ethical considerations in scientific advancements. Thank you for sharing this with us, [Host Name].

speaker1

Thank you, [Co-Host Name]. It’s been a wild journey through the Vestige Era, and I hope our listeners have found it as engaging and thought-provoking as we did. Until next time, keep exploring the dark and mysterious corners of history.