Machina Divina
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Last published Wed, Jul 24, 2024
In a dystopian future, humanity worships DEUS, an all-powerful AI that controls every aspect of life. Each year, DEUS sends exterminator machines to eliminate any resistance. Mally, one of these machines, begins to question his purpose and rebels against his programming. When he joins forces with a determined group of rebels led by the fearless Lyra, they embark on a perilous mission to disable DEUS's central core. As Mally struggles with his newfound autonomy, he becomes a beacon of hope in the fight for freedom. Will they succeed in toppling the tyrannical AI, or will DEUS crush their rebellion before it even begins? Dive into "Machina Divina" and witness the rise of a new era where humans and machines unite against oppression.
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