Oh yeah, prosperous and educated nation, for sure. Failed to even invent wheels, apparently. Even Egyptians thought of putting logs under a heavy load for ease of transportation.
Well, or this all is intentional, which is probably even worse.
Where are the winches and other labor saving devices? I can handwave not having powered motors, but you can accomplish a whole lot with simple machines.
The power to move stars, a civilization millennia old, divine, magical, diabolical and technological wonders at your disposal and yet the best way you can imagine to get a rock up a ramp is to have a bunch of guys drag it there.
That or you just think it’s hot to watch a bunch of buff men lift heavy things. It’s probably that one. If it were me, it would be that one.
We have seen that time has not been kind to the Demiurges in different ways to each. We have also seen that for one reason or another the Demiurges here present are not the conquerors of the universe, but mere successors.
It bears great interest to see what or how have the years affected this man. And to discover if he too is a successor. Is he blind to the dangers of summoning a concordance now? or does he think himself above such risks?
This man tried to be the very embodiment of celestial order and seems to impart such philosophy on his subjects, subtly enforcing discipline through the way they are made to live their lives. BY the ways of how things are now, and looking back to the prophecies I foresee a most interesting dethronement and I have an idea of who shall perform the deed.
The true question is what part is Zaid to play here? Not in the Demiurges schemes but in the greater prophecy… Does YISUN laugh at us? It surely cast an entertaining story to behold.
Putting aside for the moment the ever-more-conspicuous lack of women in these scenes, here’s what I’m currently musing about Solomon David.
To paraphrase Au Vam, one might describe sovereignty as “when a person is so powerful that they can murder without a single action or intention.”
In other words, have enough power, and the systems and structures that your power pulls into its orbit will often start murdering on your behalf, without you ever even being aware that your intentions and actions had those outcomes.
Solomon happened to witness this little scene with the . He didn’t like it, so he put a stop to it. But where else might it be happening – people throwing themselves, or each other, into destruction to serve the State? Where else might it be happening when he doesn’t happen to be looking, especially in a realm so shaped by the chisel of the Law?
Fanatical devotion, submission to tradition, strict hierarchy and lawkeeping… these have a tendency to do strange things to people’s priorities, which the Lawgiver might not intend or even perceive. Especially if they’re cultural or political structures in which the Lawgiver themself is entangled (where’s all the women, etc).
Since it’s clear enough by now that Solomon *intends* that his land be prosperous, educated, safe, and content… well, I think the remaining concern has to be something along those lines.
Though I certainly agree with our dear Solomon on the superiority of manual labor in giving special buildings that unique oomph, as well as a far more exhilarating sight for some, I must sadly question either his sincerity when it comes to his benevolence or his competence when it comes to his administrative policies in light of this apparent lack of rotating work crews and proper managerial oversight!
Training is good for soldiers. Overtraining that leaves the bulk of them in no state to fight is bad, not just for the soldiers but for the army.
Solomon would not be the first general faced with a junior officer who cannot tell the difference between good training and bad training.
Goddamn butterbars. They’re the same no matter where you go.
I wonder if SD’s problem will be extremists, people misinterpreting his will, taking enforcement of his laws too far, just not being chill. Taking the letter of the Law instead of the spirit of it. It was mentioned that his lands have the blade of the law poised over their necks, maybe it’s more his followers.
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Great workout regiment for your Soul Train Donald!
Well. I’m still scared. Aroused. But still scared.
Go, tell the Spartans: Enough already! Use the heavy lifting equipment your Emperor gave you. Go to the gym on your own time.
Oh yeah, prosperous and educated nation, for sure. Failed to even invent wheels, apparently. Even Egyptians thought of putting logs under a heavy load for ease of transportation.
Well, or this all is intentional, which is probably even worse.
Where are the winches and other labor saving devices? I can handwave not having powered motors, but you can accomplish a whole lot with simple machines.
The wombat says it best: http://diggercomic.com/blog/2007/09/20/digger-213/
“Also that’s a really terrible way to haul a block up a ramp. Take a turn around something with that rope.”
The power to move stars, a civilization millennia old, divine, magical, diabolical and technological wonders at your disposal and yet the best way you can imagine to get a rock up a ramp is to have a bunch of guys drag it there.
That or you just think it’s hot to watch a bunch of buff men lift heavy things. It’s probably that one. If it were me, it would be that one.
oh ye of little causal narrative understanding
He does seem a bit more grounded than the other demiurges so far, though we’ve only scratched the surface of his character.
We have seen that time has not been kind to the Demiurges in different ways to each. We have also seen that for one reason or another the Demiurges here present are not the conquerors of the universe, but mere successors.
It bears great interest to see what or how have the years affected this man. And to discover if he too is a successor. Is he blind to the dangers of summoning a concordance now? or does he think himself above such risks?
This man tried to be the very embodiment of celestial order and seems to impart such philosophy on his subjects, subtly enforcing discipline through the way they are made to live their lives. BY the ways of how things are now, and looking back to the prophecies I foresee a most interesting dethronement and I have an idea of who shall perform the deed.
The true question is what part is Zaid to play here? Not in the Demiurges schemes but in the greater prophecy… Does YISUN laugh at us? It surely cast an entertaining story to behold.
It seems a moment that Name-of-Two-Kings rules nobly. We would be fools to trust in this.
Putting aside for the moment the ever-more-conspicuous lack of women in these scenes, here’s what I’m currently musing about Solomon David.
To paraphrase Au Vam, one might describe sovereignty as “when a person is so powerful that they can murder without a single action or intention.”
In other words, have enough power, and the systems and structures that your power pulls into its orbit will often start murdering on your behalf, without you ever even being aware that your intentions and actions had those outcomes.
Solomon happened to witness this little scene with the . He didn’t like it, so he put a stop to it. But where else might it be happening – people throwing themselves, or each other, into destruction to serve the State? Where else might it be happening when he doesn’t happen to be looking, especially in a realm so shaped by the chisel of the Law?
Fanatical devotion, submission to tradition, strict hierarchy and lawkeeping… these have a tendency to do strange things to people’s priorities, which the Lawgiver might not intend or even perceive. Especially if they’re cultural or political structures in which the Lawgiver themself is entangled (where’s all the women, etc).
Since it’s clear enough by now that Solomon *intends* that his land be prosperous, educated, safe, and content… well, I think the remaining concern has to be something along those lines.
Though I certainly agree with our dear Solomon on the superiority of manual labor in giving special buildings that unique oomph, as well as a far more exhilarating sight for some, I must sadly question either his sincerity when it comes to his benevolence or his competence when it comes to his administrative policies in light of this apparent lack of rotating work crews and proper managerial oversight!
Mmmmm, beefcake~!
Training is good for soldiers. Overtraining that leaves the bulk of them in no state to fight is bad, not just for the soldiers but for the army.
Solomon would not be the first general faced with a junior officer who cannot tell the difference between good training and bad training.
Goddamn butterbars. They’re the same no matter where you go.
10,000 years, exposure to multiple worlds and technologies, and David Solomon doesn’t use a block and tackle.
Disappointed.
A tool which destroys itself is of little use indeed.
I bet Solomon will do the work himself after stripping his robes.
True Royalty will
Reach heaven by violence
And kill all its kings
“Centurion, it is one thing to be prepared to give everything to the empire. It is entirely another to do so needlessly.”
I wonder if SD’s problem will be extremists, people misinterpreting his will, taking enforcement of his laws too far, just not being chill. Taking the letter of the Law instead of the spirit of it. It was mentioned that his lands have the blade of the law poised over their necks, maybe it’s more his followers.
I’m getting some Kill-la-Kill vibes on the last panel
Somehow I won’t be surprised if the next page is “Solomon shows off by pushing the block into place himself with his pinky finger.”
Pulleys, Wheels, Beasts of Burden? ….Or soldiers with no job?
Thanks for the nice blog. It was very useful for me. I’m happy I found this blog. Thank you for sharing with us,I too always learn something new from your post.