EVE Fiction

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The following is a 4800 word story that explores the themes of enlightened despotism versus democracy. The intent is to portray both sides in equally positive and negative lights, giving the reader the choice of whom to support. It is set in an alternate future, with a specific date available for the eagle-eyed among you.

Influences from the EVE Chronicles include The Ever-Turning Wheels, Cities of Refuge, and After the Fall. The trouble I have with these chronicles is that it tends to flatter the conquerors and reduce the Gallente system to something sub-par with little redeeming qualities. A goal of this piece is to portray both sides as meritorious. The largest influence is Legend of the Galactic Heroes, an exceptionally well-written anime series that also explores enlightened despotism versus democracy. It is never condescending to either political system (which I think EVE can be frequently guilty of), and strongly indicates it has writers who are well-read and well-educated in history and political science. I do desire EVE to have such finesse!

It took me two nights to write it up. I hope you enjoy.