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The Arch Dominus looked upon his brother with a sense of annoyance, knowing that it was best to simply educate him on the matter. After all, it was education that would help him to realize reality.
“There are various beliefs and debates on how our prayers assist in a Machine’s operation.” TalOS declared first and foremost, “If you ever look into the Mechanicus Brother you will notice outside our allegiance to the Machine God that each planet and forge has its own way to devote itself to his teachings. When you ask ‘how does one’s prayer affect machines’ it will quickly spark a debate so dangerous that it could lead to entire Forges being activated.”
“That sounds like the excesses of Religion.” Ferrus Manus pointed out without a hint of subtlety.
“It would appear to be that way, if you were an outsider to the Cult.” The Arch Dominus said as he gave a small nod to himself, “Forever the Cult seeks knowledge and the comprehension of it. We have gained throughout the years so much knowledge that even the grandest of Magos cannot learn it all. And while all knowledge is Divine, it does not mean that all of it is useful.”
TalOS walked over and placed his hands upon the scanner array, “Imagine brother two Forges, both fighting one or the other in live combat. It is a Skirmish where the warring Magos wish to resolve a dispute if one should use a Type A plug in their Cogiators or a Type B. All else held equal, those who employ Type B are the ones who win the conflict. Through that war, it is realized that Type B is the superior plug.”
To those words his fellow Primarch spoke, “So you cull the weaker theory, the winner having the stronger knowledge?”
“And comprehension of their knowledge.” TalOS said as he walked away from the array, “Back to the subject you asked, there are three leading theories to that question. There have been victories and debates on both sides, and during the youngest days on Mars when losers were banished from the planet. As the followers of these beliefs were not completely wiped out, they hold some credit in theological debate.”
With the preamble done TalOS spoke, “There are three leading sects of belief in this aspect. Those who think the Machine God is the source, that the Machine Spirit itself is the source, and that the Motive Force is the source instead.”
With those words made TalOS began to walk upon the hall of the ship, knowing that this was going to quickly become a large discussion and that Ferrus Manus greatly valued his time.
