Read the following idea for a novel and write a short opening scene.
Three scientists known as ‘Re-borns’ have been granted several lifetimes to continue work on Experiment 00279 (a small planet they created). They have taken steps, often illegal, to enhance its growth. When there is still no sign of intelligent life, the planet is seeded with human life. While all three of the scientists are guilty of manipulating the law of their land, one personally commits two major crimes (adoption of a son and the destruction of a dangerous life form) that, if discovered, could have devastating effects on his future, the group, and their project.
Life on the new planet is portrayed as a Universal Soap Opera vying for popularity and financial gain with conditions in the ultra-modern societies. Open Windows allow people on one world to enjoy situations, normally battles, on another planet. The availability of these Windows is controlled by the Military Elite and unbelievable profits are theirs from the promotions and sales of products dealing with their fashioned ‘Heroes’ and wars.
The Intellectuals, mainly The Faculty believe that since the Windows are a scientific achievement, they should glean greater rewards from the consumer sales.
The advanced world of Helspa struggles with its own problems, while the primitive world develops suitable situations that thrill humans who have become bored by their controlled existence, and are loosing interest in what the Military offers them for entertainment.
Three scientists known as ‘Re-borns’ have been granted several lifetimes to continue work on Experiment 00279 (a small planet they created). They have taken steps, often illegal, to enhance its growth. When there is still no sign of intelligent life, the planet is seeded with human life. While all three of the scientists are guilty of manipulating the law of their land, one personally commits two major crimes (adoption of a son and the destruction of a dangerous life form) that, if discovered, could have devastating effects on his future, the group, and their project.
Life on the new planet is portrayed as a Universal Soap Opera vying for popularity and financial gain with conditions in the ultra-modern societies. Open Windows allow people on one world to enjoy situations, normally battles, on another planet. The availability of these Windows is controlled by the Military Elite and unbelievable profits are theirs from the promotions and sales of products dealing with their fashioned ‘Heroes’ and wars.
The Intellectuals, mainly The Faculty believe that since the Windows are a scientific achievement, they should glean greater rewards from the consumer sales.
The advanced world of Helspa struggles with its own problems, while the primitive world develops suitable situations that thrill humans who have become bored by their controlled existence, and are loosing interest in what the Military offers them for entertainment.
An interesting idea for a challenge.
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DeleteI'd like to attempt this if I can find the time. Very cool.
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