FROM THE DESK OF DR. MALEVOLENCE

Colleagues,

Glass March has progressed from theory to presence. Transparency, it turns out, is an overrated virtue—especially when applied selectively and under pressure. The cityscapes involved now glimmer with a confidence they did not earn and cannot quite maintain. This is an acceptable outcome.

As the year tightens its grip, we continue refining methods that persuade without pleading and disrupt without announcing themselves. If you feel observed, it is likely because you are standing somewhere reflective.

Proceed with care. The floor is honest, but not forgiving.

— Dr. Malevolence

Presiding Architect of Discord & Newsletter Editor-in-Chief

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VILLAIN OF THE WEEK:

PRISMATIC WARDEN

The Prismatic Warden specializes in containment through refraction. Outfitted with a modular prism harness, they bend light, sound, and momentum into controlled corridors that guide, stall, or isolate targets. During Glass March, the Warden oversaw zone stabilization, ensuring fractures propagated with intention rather than chaos.

Their philosophy is direct: “If they can’t see the exit clearly, they’ll stay where they’re told.”

His doctrine is simple: “Order emerges when choice feels unnecessary.”

CALL TO COHORTS

Additional support requested for Glass March continuation:

• Surface analysts comfortable with delayed reflections.

• Maintenance specialists skilled in repairing what should not look repaired.

• Observers capable of standing still while surroundings subtly rearrange themselves.

Report through the corridor that looks slightly longer than yesterday. Look for Map point exoplanet PSR J2322-2650b.

TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK

Success: Operation Glass March (Phase One)

Resonant shatter grids activated on schedule, introducing microfractures to structural glass across targeted districts. The effect was subtle: windows hummed, reflections lagged half a second behind reality, and pedestrians adjusted their paths without realizing why. Municipal responses ranged from “unusual acoustics” to “aesthetic concern.” No evacuations were required; discomfort proved sufficient.

Failure: Glass March Calibration Walkthrough

A demonstration route intended for senior staff encountered an unscheduled mirror installation, resulting in compounded reflections and a brief sense of infinite corridor. While no injuries occurred, three observers reported seeing themselves nod in approval before they had decided to do so. The route has been decommissioned pending ego containment review.

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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Week of December 22–26, 2025

•  Maestra Ferrine — Structural Resonance for Non-Musicians

• Prefect Aurelion — Maintaining Group Alignment in Fragmented Spaces

• Lord Columnar — Budgeting for Breakage (Symbolic and Otherwise)

• Dame Dismay — Psychological Pressure Without Visible Force

• Foreman Clip — Safe Handling of Unstable Surfaces

Attendance verified by reflection integrity. Cracks will be noted.

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CAFETERIA SPECIALS (Dec 22–26)

Monday: Pale grain risotto with translucent root slices.

Tuesday: Steamed river protein in mineral broth with unnamed greens.

Wednesday: Soft legume terrine layered with resinous herbs.

Thursday: Braised tuber medallions with fermented seed paste.

Friday: Custard set with aromatic sap and fine dusting of something sweet-adjacent.

Ingredients subject to interpretation. Questions discouraged.

LAB UPDATES

Lab 4: Etiquette Jammer tested in a glass atrium; participants whispered apologies to their reflections.

Lab 6: Sentient Clipboard attempted to organize Glass March notes by “aesthetic impact.” Access revoked.

Lab 8: Metronome Gauntlet synced to shatter frequencies; users reported heightened balance and mild vertigo.

Lab 10: Concertina Cannon used for resonance mapping; glass sang back. Results archived.

Lab 12: Compliment Grenade Mk. XI reframed as “affirmation dispersal device.” Team cohesion improved briefly.

Lab 18: Elastic Reality Net adapted for reflective environments; captured subjects appeared doubled but compliant.

Lab 44: Acoustical Curtain dampened shatter echoes; silence described as “polished.”

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Breakage is just honesty under stress.”

— Prismatic Warden

UPCOMING SCHEMES

Operation Glass March (Continuing): Zone expansion pending surface stability reports.

Operation Stillwater Crown (Jan 2): Calm-surface manipulation enters live rehearsal.

Codename Quiet Array (Jan 9): Distributed compliance nodes move to procurement.

Project Dustmantle (Ongoing): Archive infiltration now considered “best practice.”

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WRY WIT OF THE WEEK

“Transparency works best when it’s optional.”

CLOSING REMARKS FROM DR. MALEVOLENCE

Glass March has reminded us that solidity is a courtesy, not a promise. As the year closes, let the world admire its own reflection—right up until it changes.

Proceed carefully. The surface remembers.

— Dr. Malevolence

Editor-in-Chief, Engineer of Awkward Timings, Keeper of the Brass Keys

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WORLD DOMINATION WEEKLY

Internal Distribution Only — Unauthorized reproduction will be… discouraged. This edition will self destruct in one week.

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This newsletter was generated from alternate timelines using the PROPRIETARY PREDICTIVE ALGORITHM™