The Machine
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  • Reads 107
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  • Parts 4
  • Time 46m
Ongoing, First published Apr 01, 2013
In a time of constant upheaval and darkness, very few art forms remain. Most of the ruling powers in the city-states fear expression of the public, and so outlaw the practice of the arts. Painting is kept to hidden basements, dancing is only in shadows, and acting is nearly nonexistent - though playwrights are often in the underground. Singing is universally banned. The power of anthems in the past has been noted by the rulers, and they forbid the culture of vocal art.

But not everyone plays by the rules.

There is a figure the common people adore. It is a symbol of light in the darkness, of freedom in oppression. Through every city-state, there is one name that when whispered, causes the same reaction, no matter where it's spoken. The people grin, the children laugh, and the rulers curse. The name is Lux Machina, and it is a legend throughout society.

Nicknamed the Machine, she fans the flames of individuality and humanity with her flawless voice. None have seen her face, but all know her mask.

Still, there's so much more behind and beneath that mask than everybody knows, sees, or believes. The Machine is bigger than a singer. The Machine is more than a mask.

The Machine is a purpose.
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