The Myth of the Word

For it is said that in the first cycles of the Guild, when a great war arose between overwhelming powers, a Diplomat arose from a humble background, and sought for peace; and their words were so beguiling, and kind, and wise, that they bent the ears of a cosmic force, a Weapon with the might to shatter planets and rend the heavens, and it decided that they would be so. And so by force of will and passion of word alone, the galaxy was remade, and ancient, frenzied beasts tamed.

The Lesson of the Diplomat is thus: the Word, spoken or written, is ever mightier than the railgun, or laser, or missile; where the latter may tear flesh or steal, the earlier transforms souls. And again thus: the power of the Word may be wielded by any with the mind and care to wield it, regardless of their provenance or creed, and should be respected and nurtured in whomever it comes to reside.