You know, we SF writers are having ahard time dazzling readers with fancy gizmos, what with all the portable electronics carried by everyday people nowadays.
OK. I envision a world in which explorers will carry pocket-sized communication devices that can also record sound and images, as well as send text-only messsages.
Now, what could I call that?
(some kid shouts out) "You mean like a cell phone?"
Yah. (Slaps forehead in frustration)
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Angel of the Abyss
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"I am Ripper...Tearer...Slasher...Gouger. I am the Teeth in the Darkness, the Talons in the Night. Mine is Strength...and Lust...and Power! I AM BEOWULF!"
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