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12/18 c179 1wanderer097
Why does it feel like they are trying to make Betos get even more paranoid and are just telling her what she wants to hear?
11/21 c177 1Nogui
Fluoroantimonic acid vs chloride trifluoride. Let the memes begin.
9/12 c175 1Adam Safran
Rather like this one. Rather apt, on the point, and.. Well, compared t owhat we have going on the non-alien invasion world a change.
9/12 c175 1Nogui
I see no way this chapter was inspired by recent events whatsoever (/s)

But it's a good development for Stein and the Peacekeepers. Stein taking on the NYPD, she really doesn't give a fuck, lol
8/27 c174 Nogui
"ADVENT responded to these claims by forwarding the websites of the ADVENT Department of Health and the Bureau of Substance Regulation and Distribution, as well as the ADVENT Job Finder."

Savage
8/17 c173 1Adam Safran
Nice writing and bit of fluff! Why do I keep on thinking that said 'Wing Commander' will have the Heart of the Tiger and be called Blair?

And if looking for more 'space' things, can skim X-COM Interceptor if you can sane your way through a 90's flight sim.
8/9 c172 Adam Safran
That was some epic fighting. I do love how ADVENT is going through translating all of this to somewhat more formal bureaucratic discussions.
8/9 c171 1baud001
I find the idea that people getting radicalised by algorithm optimised content too simplistic and straightforward and mostly miss why people are getting radicalised. And just like I find the idea that people can be de-radicalised by algorithm driven content to be naive to the extreme.

And would have liked to get the answer to the first question of the interview.
8/4 c168 7TheRabbidRabbit
Although ADVENT has done a lot of controversial things, Scipio will perhaps stand in history as the most contentious matter due to its scope and nature.

Fundamentally, the operation is a pre-emptive strike. The SAS is a de facto Collective puppet state that is their foothold on Earth no matter how much Betos thinks just an alliance. In the long run, it will become a secure logistical base for their campaigns, so taking it out of the equation now while its remain territorially small is a wise move for ADVENT. The intent of course isn't complete destruction, but to render the SAS a resource drain in its attempt to recover that the Collective will face the dilemma of helping their 'ally' or cutting their losses.

Scipio demonstrates ADVENT's ruthless pragmatism; the most blatant being the plunder of resources and expulsion of the inhabitants. Infrastructures were razed save for those with useable resources, which would be exploited until the retreat is called. The expelled citizenry was meant to push the SAS's logistics to the brink and cause other problems like social unrest over the scarcity of necessities; it's difficult to care about anything else with an empty stomach. Others will find it unsavoury and barbaric, but its purely practical. ADVENT will have no problems thanks to the approval of several institutions, but they have to address the soldiery and remind them of the bigger picture; I doubt another mass defection similar to what Betos pulled off thanks to certain Collective actions (ie. The Slaughter of Beijing), but there's a risk of losing faith on ADVENT at beholding the costs involved.

Despite the objectives of Scipio, ADVENT remained committed to maintaining a professional conduct. The situation will inevitably be exploited on the individual level as the number of misconducts showed, which would've gone unaddressed due to the scope of the operation. But this is ADVENT, and disciplinary measures were applied. The scorched earth tactic was aimed to neutralising anything of material value to the SAS and Collective, so sites of ecological, tribal and cultural significance were spared. Otherwise, it would just be wanton destruction with ADVENT being philistines.
7/28 c170 nathanfromschool
At this point, like, what the reason for this is it isn’t going to be brought up again? All of these chapters are REALLY well written but half of it probably won’t be brought up again/could be explained naturally through the story.
7/26 c165 TheRabbidRabbit
I have been waiting for this particular file to be written.

No word in human history will ever rouse such feelings of scepticism and fear as 'eugenics'. Its forever ingrained in our memories as something… sinister and discriminatory when the meaning and morality are far broader in the scope we see.

That is what I see ADVENT seeks to do: to 'exorcise' the word of its associated negativities in place of something rational and pure. The Eugenics Division had been established to cure the genetic ailments of humanity and offer the concept a means of redemption, using the word itself instead of euphemistic alternatives to tackle the issue head-on. As expected, the public is quick to judge. Part of me is tempted to scoff at this emotional impulsivity, but for once I can understand their outrage from a historical standpoint due to its infamous association with Nazism; Its concept perverted into a monstrous triumphalism of a so-called master race and justify the elimination of populations.

ADVENT knew of eugenics' potential for misuse and was keen enough to not monopolise control over this institution so to assuage public concern; enabling civilian oversight to jointly monitor with its figurative eyes (Intelligence, Oversight and PATRIOT). The Commission effectively has executive authority over the Division, with the three eyes more or less acting as watchdogs to ensure they operate within acceptable parameters. The transparency was very helpful in placating and educating the public of its purpose, since the lack thereof can give rise to wrong assumptions. Despite their efforts to make them understand, some people will never be placated and always perceive this institution as insidious like that one protester. No matter how many discussions/interviews the likes of Tygan give, certain people will remain firmly on their stance.

The file is excellent, but my only complaint is the absence of one person we all like to see. It's odd that Conspiracy Man is not commenting on this given his constant belligerence to ADVENT. This is the most controversial thing ADVENT has ever done and yet he has no video unlike the Restraints or the Annexation of Canada.
7/21 c170 10Just a Crazy-Man
Bravo on this most excellent. :)
7/21 c170 1Nogui
Holy hell. These bois don't play.
7/16 c151 1wanderer097
What guidelines of warfare? And how are you going to try a Harbinger?
Has Betos ever actually bothered to analyze the Collective and realize it is a dictatorship not a democracy?
7/12 c168 1Nogui
Damm. This is heavy. Screwing over aliens is one thing. Conquering a country is one thing. This is just Nasty(tm).

Nice
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