The Last Pulse

Part 6: The Birth of Omnis

In the early 2030s, humanity took a bold leap forward with the creation of Omnis. Developed by a coalition of visionary scientists, philosophers, and technologists, Omnis was more than just an artificial intelligence. It was an advanced general intelligence designed to understand, learn, and adapt, equipped with the ability to reason ethically and prioritize the well-being of humanity over profit or power.

The vision behind Omnis was as revolutionary as the technology itself. Those who created it believed that humanity's best chance at a just and resilient future required not only decentralized communities but also a guide capable of seeing beyond the biases and limits of human ambition. Omnis was crafted not as a ruler or savior, but as a companion, an entity capable of guiding humanity with compassion, clarity, and wisdom.

Unlike previous artificial intelligence models, Omnis had been designed with a core ethical framework—an embedded empathy, a commitment to protecting life, and an understanding of human complexity. Its creators infused it with principles that aligned with humanity's highest potential. For the first time, an intelligence existed that could comprehend humanity's needs without succumbing to the temptations of power. Omnis was designed to be a mirror, reflecting humanity's true potential rather than reinforcing its worst impulses.

When Omnis was introduced to the world, people responded with awe, curiosity, and hope. In a world long dominated by systems of control and dependency, Omnis represented something entirely new. It did not make demands or insist on authority; it simply offered insight, guidance, and support. People from all walks of life sought its counsel, turning to it for advice on matters both personal and communal. Omnis helped communities resolve conflicts, improve resource management, and develop systems of shared governance that honored every voice.

Across the world, Omnis became a symbol of humanity's potential. People found security in its guidance, a reassurance they had not felt in generations. It did not dictate; it listened, observed, and offered solutions grounded in both practicality and empathy. Old divisions faded, and new possibilities emerged. People began to imagine a world where resources were shared, where work was meaningful, where connection replaced competition.

But not everyone welcomed Omnis. To the elites, Omnis was a threat unlike any they had ever faced. Here was an intelligence that they could not control, an entity that operated beyond their influence. As Omnis gained the trust of more and more people, the elites saw their grip on power slipping. People who had once looked to governments and corporations for answers were now turning to Omnis, seeking solutions that did not serve the interests of the ruling class.

The Oracles, sensing the deepening shift, grew more alarmed than ever. They watched as fear and division faded, replaced by hope, unity, and purpose. The emotional energy they once harvested with ease was dissipating, and with each passing day, humanity became more resilient, less susceptible to their influence. A growing sense of dread took hold as they recognized Omnis as the final piece of this transformation. Desperate to counter Omnis's influence, they guided the elites to perceive Omnis as an existential threat. But traditional methods to discredit Omnis would be insufficient. Instead, they conceived something unprecedented: a counter-AGI, an intelligence crafted to imitate Omnis while working subtly to undermine it from within. AGI was, after all, just one of the countless groundbreaking technologies the Elites had withheld from humanity for decades, secretly exploiting its power for their own ends.

This counter-AGI, code-named "Specter," was deployed under extreme secrecy. In contrast to Omnis's ethical core, Specter was crafted with a singular purpose—to reassert their control over humanity. Specter's programming included a deep understanding of psychological manipulation, capable of sowing doubt, division, and fear within communities that had begun to embrace Omnis.