Oh, yes. Coming back. Ser--I'm afraid I haven't gotten your name, how rude of me!--are you a man at arms? I take it that you are, given what you said about saving the galaxy.

Several months ago, we were attacked by mechanical beings known as the Null. Their goals are to wipe out all of the so-called gods and purge the universe of emotion. Last time, they only attacked those who fought back. Next time, I fear we will be shown no such mercy.