The Ascension Factor

In a world where humans are reclaiming land from turbulent seas, sentient kelp is manipulated to stabilize the environment and support rapid settlement growth. However, this progress comes at a cost, as children suffer from starvation amidst the prosperity. Meanwhile, an orbiting assembly station works on Project Voidship, a venture that symbolizes hope for those seeking a better future beyond their troubled existence. The narrative explores themes of environmental manipulation, societal disparity, and the quest for a new beginning.