Sky Curtain: The Darwin Incident at the outset, the Declaration of the People's League

“Brother, maybe…maybe one day, when we solve the problems here, when the children grow up…we can also…” He didn’t finish his sentence, but his gaze had already drifted towards the starry sky.

Three worlds, three human empires.

They all experienced hardship.

But at the same time, they did not give up and continued to fight tenaciously.

Hope sometimes only needs a single spark. And the sky casts down a sea of ​​stars.

Meanwhile, many other parts of the world do not experience this kind of suffering.

StarCraft Universe

Protoss flagship Spear of Adun

Archbishop Artanis and Phase Technician Karax gazed together at the sky.

"Kara above..."

Karax's robotic arm unconsciously traced complex geometric patterns in the air, a habit he developed when engrossed in deep technical analysis.

"That energy... is not pure void energy, nor is it any kind of psionic or physical drive mode that we are familiar with."

"It seems to... distort the latitude and longitude of space itself, creating stable 'shortcuts.' In principle, it is somewhat similar to our ancient 'star gate' network, but on a much larger scale and the structure seems to be more... forceful."

The Protoss's Stargate network relies on Xel'Naga ruins and the Psionic Matrix, carrying connotations of holiness and heritage.

The stargate network in the sky is filled with the coldness, precision, and domineering will of imperial engineering.

Artanis sensed the fluctuations in the thoughts of the other Templars emanating from the Khala, a mixture of amazement, wariness, and pure curiosity about the technology itself.

"They call themselves 'Children of the Stars,' acknowledging their origins in stardust, which resonates to some extent with the Way of the Kara."

Artanis said slowly, “However, they have turned this gift of the universe into a tool for defining boundaries and declaring dominion. The starry sea should be a journey for all who seek ascension, not the private courtyard of any empire.”

He recalled that the Protoss had also had an imperial era, and that arrogance and desire for control had brought division and suffering.

“Kailax, record this technological image. It reminds us that even great creations that connect the stars can be misused.”

"We must ensure that our technology always serves to protect and elevate, rather than simply to conquer."

“As you command, Archbishop. Also…”

Karax hesitated for a moment: "Based on the secondary harmonic analysis of the energy spectrum, this space solidification technology may be of reference value for us in repairing some damaged stargates, or stabilizing the still unstable void warp areas in Aiur."

Artanis nodded slightly: "Knowledge itself is neither good nor evil; it depends on the heart of the user. Study it carefully, but never imitate the arrogance of 'destiny' behind it."

Arrogance is the enemy of all civilizations.

Halo Universe

UNSC Command.

"Stargate...Lagrange Network..."

Cortana's holographic image stared at the deep blue energy vortex in the frozen image, data streams surging wildly around her.

"Master Chief, its energy characteristics and spatial warping patterns are highly similar to known Forerunner portal technology, but its stability and networking capabilities far surpass our database records of 'Ark' or 'Halo' built-in portals."

"It's not Halos, it's not the Shield World... it's a large-scale, systematic transportation network. The infrastructure capabilities of this 'empire' are probably no less than those of the Pioneers at their peak."

The sergeant silently took notes, while Cortana attempted to simulate potential network security protocols.

The exiles and the surviving prophets, among other forces, saw another narrative of "sacredness" and "destiny" in it.

There are two chickens in the courtyard.

School courtyard.

Hearing the noisy sounds of cannibalism coming from the school building, Yuto held Ami's hand tightly.

The magnificent human empire in the sky contrasts sharply with this Earth, ruled by alien creatures and where humans are reduced to food, creating a scene of hell versus heaven.

“Look, Amy, that’s what humans should be like.”

Yuto's voice was deep and firm: "It's not about hiding, it's not about being preyed upon, it's about mastering the stars."

Ami gripped the gag tightly, her eyes, hidden beneath the rooster's head, welling with tears: "But...we..."

"We will survive."

Yuto interrupted her: "You must believe in hope, and hope will come. The heavens are telling us that humanity... has this potential. Even in another universe."

"Ah."

Warhammer Universe

Inside the empire.

Countless people are shocked that another "human empire" can be so "clean", "glorious" and "full of hope".

But at the same time, they also felt a deeper pain and irony.

The state religion denounced it as "the evil prosperity of atheism".

The Mechanics coveted its stargate technology, but despised its "lack of reverence for the god of machines."

Some lost souls found in the declaration of the "Children of the Stars" an explanation of the essence of human existence that touched their hearts more deeply than the dogmas of the state religion.

Rise of the Planet of the Apes Universe

Caesar, the ape leader, gazed up at the human empire in the sky, his wise eyes filled with deep worry.

He was there from the very beginning of the Darwin Incident.

He didn't care at all about the guy who looked exactly like him.

It is clear that the other party grew up in human society and was allowed to attend school with humans and learn human culture.

Human tolerance has been demonstrated.

Yet he could still ask that kind of question.

He didn't even believe that thing could be one of his own kind.

However, there's no need to worry about such things.

Now he is worried about the future of his species.

Once humanity is free from internal strife, it will turn its gaze to the stars.

But what about them?

To this day, his population has still not reached the level of humanity of the past.

He must accelerate the pace of ape civilization while simultaneously considering...

Is it possible to coexist with such humans in the future?

The Three-Body World

Three body galaxy.

Inside the presidential conference hall, the prolonged silence was more suffocating than any binary storm.

Several technologies displayed in the sky have exceeded their expectations.

"in conclusion."

The leader's instructions were concise yet weighty.

The science officer's response was almost instantaneous, but the fluctuations it contained revealed that its core logic modules were also under tremendous pressure: "Based on the amplified analysis and simulation of the technical details of the video, the following high-probability facts are confirmed."

"When the Imperial fleet conducts regular navigation, the way the space background is distorted does not match the known propulsion methods of chemical propulsion, fusion propulsion, or even photon propulsion based on mass-energy conversion. Through analysis, this means that they have mastered the ability to efficiently and controllably distort the space structure on a macroscopic scale, thereby achieving faster-than-light travel."

The military governor's thought process shifted slightly: "The speed of light? They can exceed the speed of light?"

It's not entirely about 'surpassing'.

The science official explained.

"Theoretical models show that warp drive compresses the space in front and expands the space behind, keeping the spacecraft relatively stationary within a 'space bubble,' while the space itself carries the spacecraft at faster-than-light speeds."

"This circumvents the relativity's limitation on the speed of objects. Its actual 'movement' speed depends on the intensity and efficiency of the change in the curvature of space. Judging from the ease with which the Sky Veil Fleet navigates, its technology is very mature and is likely a conventional means of navigation."

"And their stargates, after analysis and speculation, we believe that their principle is similar to that of a warp drive, but the scale, precision and stability requirements increase exponentially. It is not a simple 'wormhole' - wormholes are usually extremely unstable and unpredictable - it is a fixed channel that has been thoroughly 'domesticated' and 'engineered'. Each stargate means absolute control and reshaping of the spatial physical properties of that node."

The science officer paused for a moment, then added, his thoughts unusually revealing a hint of near-awe.

"The energy, materials technology, depth of spacetime theory, and precision of control over the physical constants within the entire empire's territory required to construct and maintain such a stargate network far exceed the current level of our civilization, and may even... exceed the current level of technology by several generations."

The leader's thought command was cold: "Assess the impact on the Dark Forest state."

This time, it was the strategic simulation officer who answered, his voice carrying an even deeper chill: "Disruptive impact. After all, the Dark Forest Theory... is based on the premise that civilizations cannot achieve faster-than-light travel. In such a situation, chains of suspicion and technological explosions are dangerous for civilizations. But if there is faster-than-light travel..."

The outcome is self-evident.

The leader remained silent for a long time before finally letting out a long sigh.

"If our universe were like that... well, that's impossible."

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Three vast human empires have emerged.

So what will be the next video on the screen?

Countless worlds are speculating.

However, after the Holy Star Empire came to an end, the heavens darkened amidst the astonishment of all realms.

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"Wow, it seems this broadcast is over."

Rick let out a burp.

"Hiccup—! Wow, what a... uh... positive energy interstellar patriotic education film."

He shook the bottle in his hand, his tone full of sarcasm.

"The process was quite standard, grand narrative, the vast universe, imperial glory... but they just stopped like that?! Didn't they even let these self-righteous 'great empires' meet for a friendly interstellar tea party?"

"This screenwriter is terrible, the pacing is too slow! If you ask me, they should just throw these three empires, each thinking they're the chosen ones, into the same galaxy right now!"

Morty stood to the side, clutching a bag of snacks, his face full of exasperation: "Rick! God, can't you... can't you hope for anything? Countless people will die, it's a war between three universes!"

"Whatever, Morty."