reincarnation npc, but tomorrow's ark

Anyway, Luna's inexplicable behavior made everyone realize that something was wrong. Even the most oblivious person could tell that something big was about to happen.

Some resourceful players actually managed to find the game company that supposedly "developed" and "operated" Arknights Online. They then discovered that the game company did not actually exist; there was only an external portal for communication. Even they didn't know who was actually developing and operating the game.

These unfortunate individuals genuinely believed they were working at a legitimate internet company, only their colleagues weren't actually there, and they were completely kept in the dark. For a super AI like Luna, creating a fictional company that exists only in a virtual network is actually quite simple.

Things have gotten increasingly bizarre, and the problems that were previously concealed can no longer be ignored. The game was already quite unusual, and now these issues are being unearthed by players once again.

Even so, many players still find it hard to believe. After all, this game actually exists in their gaming pods, and they have actually played it. Yet now someone is telling them that it's just a dream. Is this some kind of collective fantasy among the entire population?

What's even stranger is that Luna was clearly the one who was recruiting players for this version, using various promotional methods to bring more and more players into the game. But the version was only halfway through, and a big event had just ended when they announced that the game was going to shut down.

This is rather contradictory, and some have even suggested that the federal government should go to the moon to check if Luna is broken...

……

After much fuss, Luna finally gave her first public response later that evening.

At 19:00 PM Earth time, Luna's figure appeared simultaneously in every corner of this planet.

Screens, projectors, networks, broadcasts, game system panels, player forums...

Luna appeared on every internet-connected medium that could transmit information—images, sounds, text… At this moment, Luna was once again fully present before everyone.

No one doubted or worried that someone was impersonating Luna; everyone knew that this was not a terrorist attack or a prank.

Because apart from Luna, and this super artificial intelligence system, no other being in this new generation of gods can do this.

Some of the older people began to recall when the last time Luna appeared like this before humans did so.

It seems like it's been a long time since something like this has happened.

Going back further, it seems to be the massive explosion that occurred at the Mars spaceport, known as the "Tianjin Fourth Incident," where a malfunction in the hyperspace engine of an experimental starship caused an incredibly terrible disaster.

I can't remember anything beyond that.

Because Luna rarely makes such a big fuss. She has always prioritized efficiency and would never make such a big move for the sake of appearances. She only does what is necessary and saves the most resources.

Some players have already vaguely speculated that what Luna will announce after her appearance might be related to the game "Arknights Online".

However, many others believe that this idea is wishful thinking. After all, no matter what, Arknights Online is just a game, and it's impossible for it to escalate to the point where Luna needs to broadcast it globally.

However, when Luna spoke, everyone was shocked. It really was related to the game, and besides the game, she had something even bigger planned.

First, Luna stated that all her actions were authorized by the federal government and that relevant legislation was passed 50 years ago. Her actions were all conducted within the framework of the Earth Civilization Survival Act. Luna herself has never lost control or betrayed humanity.

Clearly, the "Earth Civilization Survival Law" does exist, and it is a legitimate law. It was enacted by the Earth Federal Government through proper and reasonable procedures, and the process was compliant and just, without any problems.

Aside from gathering dust, this thing is practically useless.

Even seasoned legal experts may not have heard of or actually read this law; it's not even in the bar exam syllabus.

However, such laws do exist.

It only gained some popularity when it first came out fifty years ago, and after that initial buzz died down, it was basically forgotten. If Luna hadn't brought it up, this law might have remained forgotten for a very long time.

Yes, while Luna's abilities are virtually limitless, especially on Earth in the fully information age, the operation of her abilities still needs to comply with laws and regulations. The Earth Federation government's operations are monitored by Luna, and Luna is, in fact, always under surveillance.

Therefore, in order to further advance the next steps, Luna must provide an explanation in accordance with the law.

……

After confirming the existence of this law, another question arose in everyone's mind:

What on earth could possibly lead Luna to invoke this law? And this is just a game, a game called "Arknights Online," how does it relate to the continuation of civilization? It's completely unrelated.

Soon, Luna answered everyone's questions.

A month before the dimensional fusion, Luna finally revealed the answer to the public:

A bizarre story about how artificial intelligence systems and humans can save the world and continue their civilization in the face of the destruction of the solar system...

In accordance with Article 5, Paragraph 24 of the Earth Civilization Survival Act, this information is hereby disclosed to citizens worldwide.

Yes, Luna's public decision was not arbitrary, and the procedure was flawless. She also disclosed the relevant information in accordance with the law.

Good heavens, the "Earth Civilization Survival Law" is actually a superior law, and its legal force is even higher than the "Earth Federal Government Information Disclosure Law".

The latter is one of the most important guarantees that the power operation of federal governments across the entire planet is subject to public oversight.

Now, the truth has finally come out.

"Although it's just a game, it's not something to be taken lightly."

The game is just a packaging; its true purpose is to package the entire world and send it to the other side of this starry sky.

Each player is essentially a projection of another world; they are all explorers and also a link maintaining stable transmission. The more active their projection is in the other world, the faster the fusion of the two worlds can be accelerated.

……

After explaining all the information, Luna simultaneously uploaded the complete document online. After all, many people don't play games, and they would need to read more detailed information to understand the whole situation.

Of course, the information cocoon was broken long before the third version of the game started. Almost everyone on Earth has heard of the game "Arknights Online", and even if they haven't played it, they should have some impression of it.

The 10 days given to players before the server shutdown are to settle in-game assets and convert them into corresponding compensation. After all, these players have indeed contributed to the survival of civilization, and their activity has affected world integration. Therefore, they should be compensated for the time and effort they have put in.

At the same time, after the liquidation is completed and the players log off and disappear permanently, their assets, including purchased real estate, weapons, equipment, etc., will be confiscated by the Earth Federation government.

One month after the servers shut down, the two worlds will officially merge.

Prior to this, the Earth Federation government had already sent envoys to negotiate with the Terra civilization on the premise of the "Extraterrestrial Civilization Exchange Law" and the "Earth Federation Peace Declaration" to establish appropriate diplomatic relations.

In the month before and after the world's integration, the Earth Federation government will enter a state of martial law to prevent various emergencies from occurring.

Then came topics like these, and Luna began to educate the Earth citizens about another world and the basics of their new home.

After all, it's necessary to have a basic understanding of the neighbors before going. Although players are very familiar with this.

Meanwhile, during this month, each player needs to complete the escape training prepared by Luna, completely changing the behavioral patterns they developed as a player. After all, it's no longer a game, but the real world. To prevent anyone from still adhering to their past player habits and causing some tragic incidents, necessary training is essential.

For example, the first rule, when someone is killed, is like saying, "Don't do stupid things..."

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On Earth, Luna's public speeches continue, while on Terra, Luna is also actively communicating with White Night.

"At this World Summit, the Earth Federation government will officially notify the nations of Terra, announcing our imminent arrival," Luna said.

The World Summit is a very good opportunity. After all, almost all the countries are here.

"It's a pity. Victoria has been basically dealt with, but I haven't even set foot in countries like Colombia and Letania yet." Bai Ye felt that time was really running out, and there were still many countries he hadn't visited.

“I am everywhere in this world… well, on this land. I have dismantled the artificial intelligence left behind by the previous civilization, the president of Colombia is also an artificial intelligence, and I have also entered the underground machines of Lateran. Thanks to your early help, you have built a network connecting the entire world, and I can now easily accomplish many things,” Luna explained.

Apart from some things from the pre-civilization era, the whole world held no secrets for Luna.

Chapter 198 A New Storm

(Draw cards, buy skins, sprint!)

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Through Luna, Bai Ye confirmed the truth of the rumors for the first time; it turned out that the president of Colombia really was a robot.

The highest leader of the former Colombian pioneer zone was called the "Royal Governor." After Colombia gained independence, it adopted a presidential system, and the current, and only, president is Mark Max. Mark Max has consistently enjoyed high approval ratings.

The president leads the entire federal executive branch, which is headed by the cabinet, which in turn oversees subordinate executive agencies. Mark Max is the democratically elected head of the executive branch and the Commander-in-Chief of the Colombian Armed Forces. The cabinet consists of the vice president, ministers of the executive branch, and advisors appointed by the president, assisting the president in making top-level executive decisions.

Therefore, the president of Colombia has never actually changed; each time, the people run for the position of vice president.

The one who always appears in front of the public is the vice president, and the caged eagle robot on his shoulder is actually the vessel of the president.

“Mark Max,” Luna told Bai Ye his name.

Bai Ye quickly browsed through the history of how Columbia rose to prominence:

Colombia is indeed a newly emerging country on this land, and its history as a nation is not very long.

In 990, an expedition sponsored by the Victorian Council set out north and eventually arrived at a desolate plain. Using a new type of Originium exploration equipment, the explorers discovered Originium veins hidden beneath the plain, thus giving rise to the Columbia Frontier. Subsequently, a large influx of immigrants entered Columbia. However, in 1011, the Victorian Council passed the "Frontier Taxes, Security, and Infected Persons Control Obligations Act," which tightened taxation measures against Columbia. This act exacerbated the already sharp conflict between Victoria and Columbia, and under the influence of figures like Melander Selene, independence movements arose throughout Columbia.

In 1016, a Victorian tax envoy was attacked and beaten by a mob, seriously injuring the envoy and two guards. The settlers arrested the perpetrators but refused to send the suspects back to Victoria for trial. This serious incident quickly escalated into a conflict between the settlers and the Victorian garrison. The Duke of Tibert, a border lord, declared the incident a "rebellion" within the settlers and led his army on an expedition to Colombia. At this time, Frederick III and the Parliament, facing domestic encroachment by Gaul and the deployment of Letanian troops on the border, decided to wait and see. Gaul, meanwhile, seized the opportunity to support Colombia's independence movement.

Initially, the Independence Army suffered repeated defeats until the arrival of Mark Max. In the second year of the Colombian War of Independence, he joined the Independence Army command with Melander's guarantee. His arrival brought long-awaited victories to the Independence Army, restoring the morale of the entire force.

Afterwards, Duke Tibert suffered a series of defeats and began appealing to Dukes Lontinim and Godottin for support. However, the entire Victorian government remained silent in response to his pleas. Ultimately, the Duke's fleet lost more than ten ships in six months, and his flagship was captured at the Battle of Babbage, forcing the Duke to abscond. During the Battle of Babbage, an Independence Army soldier uttered a phrase that later became a classic Colombian proverb:

"Terra bless us." (God Bless Colombia)

Duke Tibert contracted a high fever after the war, had his "lesions" surgically removed with a military knife, and ultimately died. Parliament sent messengers to the Independence Army, hoping to end hostilities. Frederick III agreed to terminate all obligations in the settlements, recognize Colombia's independence, and liquidate Victoria's assets in the former settlements.

Thus, in 1019, the Colombian Federation declared independence, passed the Federal Law, and held its first presidential election, with Mark Max elected as Colombia's first president. Thereafter, the country developed at an astonishing pace, continuously expanding outwards and achieving remarkable success.

“The current and only president of Colombia, Mark Max, is actually a product of a pre-civilization era. According to the information I found, his creator was Trevor Friston. Over the years, Mark Max has always hoped to build Colombia into the master of Terra.”

Luna paused for a moment, then continued:

"However, now, he has no chance left."

“He won’t have a chance… If it were a giant beast lord or something, I might need to participate. But he’s just a robot—” Bai Ye said, laughing.

In the field of artificial intelligence, Luna can practically roam freely across this land, even though it is a product of a pre-civilization era.

“You also need to be careful of the Melander Foundation,” Luna warned.

The Melander Foundation is a non-profit private organization founded by Melander Selene, the "Father of the Confederation," dedicated to "maintaining the well-being of Colombian citizens." It has a significant influence in Colombia, covering multiple areas including charity, education, environmental protection, and public policy.

This organization has several branches, including the Melland Children's Rights Foundation, the Melland Disaster Relief Foundation, the Melland Historical Society, the Melland Exploration Society, and the Melland Technology Development Society.

Melander Selene himself was quite an interesting figure; after Colombia's independence, he refused to serve in the government and instead founded the Melander Foundation.

"It is indeed a behemoth, but as long as they don't interfere with our efforts to achieve our goals, I certainly won't attack this organization." Bai Ye said, looking at Luna, "Have you ever entered their system?"

“They have a physically isolated network system, I can’t get in.” Luna shook her head.

"When I have some free time, I'll find a way to break through their fireproof netting and send you inside," Bai Ye replied.

The simplest way to deal with this kind of physical firewall is, of course, to physically breach it. Bai Ye was very familiar with this kind of infiltration tactic. He had done it that way before at the Deep Blue Lab in the deep sea.

"Oh right, Columbia isn't without beast lords, like that Duck Lord, but he's also a friend of mine, so it shouldn't have too much of an impact."

The problems in Colombia are clearly no longer problems.

……

"As for Lateran, what did you see underground?" Bai Ye asked curiously about the machine Luna had mentioned earlier.

“Latland’s laws have a physical form. I’ve confirmed through the data that they are a product of a previous civilization, a kind of command system created by that civilization, known as ‘Heaven’s Pivot’,” Luna replied.

"Good heavens..." Bai Ye was speechless.

Almost all the valuable artifacts on this land were left behind by a previous civilization; it truly is a world where scientific research relies on archaeology. The technological gap is simply too severe; the difference between the two civilizations is enormous.

“All the Sarkaz of Laterano are bound by this entity law, Luna, you are invincible…” Bai Ye blinked, “Now, you are the God of those Sarkaz angels.”

“No, I won’t make that choice unless their existence has reached a point where it threatens the survival of Earth’s civilization.” Luna shook her head.

The Earth Federation government will not allow itself to conquer and enslave another civilization; that is too barbaric and unacceptable. Unless another civilization truly poses a threat, the use of force and control will be a last resort.

“Of course, I don’t object to having such an ability. After all, having a sword and not using it is one thing and not having a sword at all,” Luna added.

"I can only hope... that after the World Summit and the official arrival of Earth, the civilizations on this land can maintain a rational and friendly attitude," Bai Ye sighed.

The civilization on this land is still somewhat barbaric, at least in Bai Ye's view. However, he has been here for a long time and has established some friendships with the natives. If possible, he still hopes to continue to maintain peace.

“According to predictions, these civilizations will most likely exercise restraint after our arrival.” Luna naturally understood Bai Ye’s concerns and thoughts. However, given the current technological level of the Terra civilization, it did not pose much of a threat to the Earth Federation government.

It's safe to say there are almost none.

Luna and Baiye had a clear understanding of how many cards these countries held. Their technologies were also analyzed one by one, and their technological foundation built upon Originium was fully mastered.

The existence of White Nights allowed the Earth Federation government to have a thorough understanding of this seemingly isolated world before the world was integrated.

……

"Well then, thank you for your hard work. I'll have to trouble you with some miscellaneous tasks later." Luna nodded to Bai Ye.

The final moments are the most crucial, and there can be no slackening.

From the moment the announcement was released, the game's shutdown began its countdown.

At this point, there's almost nothing left for the players to do. Their status is fixed, their data cannot be changed, and all they can do is settle their assets, deal with any unresolved issues, and say goodbye to some NPCs.

Ten days isn't a long time, but it's not short either; it's just enough.

Having learned so much information, Bai Ye could no longer stay in Iberia. Although the World Summit was about to be held soon, he had to return to the core city of Chernobog first.

Although Talulah and Yelena were somewhat puzzled, he pulled them along with the aircraft back to the core city.