Luka's equally unsure, taking a long pause as he tries to sort out exactly what Gyre's explaining.

"So... it wasn't so much the concept of Sxicq that's unique, but the fact that they're alive? Like, the previous planet had some similar energy, but it wasn't in the form of a sentient being. Makes sense deciding on how to deal with something like that might cause a schism."

This is definitely something that requires more research. It feels like encountering the tiny sliver of an iceberg above sea level and knowing just how much more is unseen beyond the surface.

"The Protector said that he 'adapted' the plan when things went off track, and that the Wizard resisted. I'll bet she didn't want to kill Sxicq."