What drives anyone to such conflict? They believe the customs of their neighbors are below them, refusing to accept their way is not any better than others'. Olympia has been allowed to nurture a sense of superiority, fueled by their technological advancements. Wyver finds strength in nature, fueled by their faith in beasts of old.

[ Cree sighs, waving a dismissive hand. ]

If you raise your children to believe if they do something they will be grounded, they will not do that thing in fear of losing what is precious to them. These societies have been built on the belief that if they share the same playground, they will lose their toys.