lottery for escaping earth science fiction

The consequences are far - reaching. Socially, it can lead to unrest and chaos on Earth. People who are not selected may revolt against the system that organized the lottery. Psychologically, the survivors who escaped may suffer from survivor's guilt. They may constantly question whether they deserve to be alive while their friends and family perished. Also, in terms of the destination planet or colony, the sudden influx of lottery - selected people can cause cultural clashes and resource management issues if not properly planned.

A lottery for escaping Earth in science fiction could be based on different criteria. Sometimes it's purely random, just like picking names out of a hat. But other times, it might be related to certain skills or qualities. Maybe they first screen for people with useful skills like engineering or medical knowledge, and then among those, they hold a lottery. So it's not always just pure chance. In some stories, it also depends on how much resources a person can contribute. If you can bring a lot of valuable resources like rare metals or advanced technology, you might have a better chance in the lottery.

I'm not sure specifically which work named 'The Lottery Science Fiction' you're referring to. There could be various interpretations. It might be about a lottery system in a science - fictional world, perhaps involving strange rules, futuristic technologies, or different species participating in it.

Well, in science fiction lottery novels, there's usually a blend of the unknown and the element of luck. The unknown often comes from the science - fiction part, like dealing with advanced alien civilizations or new scientific discoveries. The lottery aspect then adds an extra layer of unpredictability. For instance, the lottery might determine who gets to access a new energy source that has been discovered in space. And these novels might also have characters who are desperate to win the lottery for different reasons, such as escaping a doomed Earth or getting a chance at immortality. They often play with the idea of hope and how far people will go when there's a chance, no matter how slim, of getting something they desperately want.

They often combine the elements of science fiction such as futuristic settings, advanced technology, with the concept of a lottery. So there could be a lottery system based on high - tech means like using AI to draw numbers or in a virtual reality environment. Also, they might explore how winning or losing in such a lottery can change a character's life in a sci - fi world.

Since I don't know the specific 'the lottery science fiction' work, it's hard to say. But it could be the people who participate in the lottery, perhaps an ordinary citizen who gets caught up in the strange lottery system, or a scientist who is involved in creating or studying the lottery.

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Author: Xiaolou Girl 1 Porcelain King, Author: Geyu Intertwined Relationship, Author: Ran Yiyi The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."The Three Kingdoms Begins from Fooling Zhang Fei": Chen Su traveled to the Later Han Dynasty and became the son of Chen Deng, the leader of Xuzhou scholars. Liu Bei was leading his troops outside, and Zhang Fei was reckless and careless. Seeing that Xuzhou was about to be stolen, what should he do? Of course, he had to fool Zhang Fei and defend Xu Prefecture first… 2."A World of Riches":"A World of Riches" was an excellent historical novel that made people's eyes light up. With a unique perspective and in-depth analysis, the author gives readers an in-depth understanding of the social outlook and economic structure of the Northern Song Dynasty. Through the protagonist's perspective, the author also compared the differences between the ancient small-scale peasant economy and the modern commodity economy, which was thought-provoking. Compared to "Clear Grass," this book delved deeper into the influence of ancient China economy, culture, and history on modern people. The author's description was vivid and interesting, making the readers feel as if they were in the prosperity of the Song Dynasty and the charm of history. Overall, A Life of Riches was a good book worth reading. 3."Northern Dynasty Survival Record": Panic in the Northern and Southern Dynasties, Iron Blood After the Three Kingdoms. There were still more than twenty years before Yang Jian established Great Sui, and the Great Tang was nowhere to be seen. Gao Boyi, who had transmigrated as the son of a high official in the Northern Dynasty, suddenly realized that he could neither lie drunk on a beauty's lap nor wake up to take over the world. There were many things in front of him, such as eating first. 4.<<Sweet Concubine 99>> He was Beichen Yue, the cold-blooded and decisive ninth prince of Beichen Kingdom. As he was framed, his grandfather told the Emperor in his dream that as long as the youngest daughter of the richest merchant in Jiangnan, Mu Jiujiu, married into the family, the Ninth Prince would wake up immediately. However, when he woke up, he was extremely disgusted with this marriage."Do you know how to embroider? Do you know how to play the piano? Do you know how to play chess? Ha, you don't know anything and you want to marry into my Yue King's mansion? Chase her to the side courtyard!“​ A month later. "Wifey, look, this is the mandarin duck I embroidered for you…" "Do you want your husband to play the song 'Phoenix Seeking Phoenix'?" "Wifey, if your husband takes another step, you will lose. Do you want to go back?“ Mu Jiujiu was speechless. Help, my husband is slapping my face online every day, what should I do?​ 5."This Game Is Too Cruel": The Desperate Poor Overlord Disguises the Otherworld as a Game, Tricking More Desperate Players Into Doing Crazy Things [The Fourth Calamity] ## The holographic game "The Continent of Molka" was officially launched on Earth. Once it was launched, it became popular all over the world. At the start of the game, the strongest empire relied on its guts! Poor Overlord 677: Starving to death, finding players to explore; If they didn't have any tools, they would find players to forge steel. If they wanted to attack and defend, they would have to find players to get weapons… The players could solve most of her problems for her. When there were no problems, the players were the biggest problem! ## [Player: Everything is for my lord!] [Player: Fight for the great 677 Empire!] [Player: Roll the mud into balls and pretend to be an Immortality Pill for the Lord to eat ~] ## [Female Lead: Lu Qiqi (Original Earthling)] [Construction Style]+[The Big Girl is mainly fighting for the world]+[Plot Style, no fixed couple]+[Female Lead, Black Eggface] ========= Author's recommendation: "Making Koi Fish in a Survival Game" "After I transmigrated, I was forced to become a fake system." 6.<Entertainment Begins from Delicacies>: I just want to live healthily with my sister! After the death of the late-stage cancer patient, Jiang Shang, he had transmigrated to the parallel world of Planet Blue. Countdown to one month… In order to survive, Jiang Shang walked a legendary path… 7."Wizard: The Awakened Demon Hunter's Return": This was a ticket to the Magic World. It came from the Auland Continent where Li An had lived for several years after he transmigrated. Perhaps it would be more appropriate to call him Charlie now. Who would have thought that on the first day of school, Charlie would be drawn into a golden vortex, the Demon-Hunting War on the Latyr Continent… After returning from the demon hunt, he thought he could live a peaceful life, but… Everything was the best arrangement of fate. It was a peak competition filled with schemes and fate. The winner might win immortality, and the loser would be forgotten. 8."Daming Under the Mask":"Daming Under the Mask" is a novel with excellent writing and a winning plot. The author showed excellent writing ability when describing the historical background of Jiajing period, making the readers feel as if they were in that era. The protagonist of the story, Qian Yuan, was portrayed as a vicious and vengeful person, but at the same time, he was also a hero known as the lucky star. The author showed his deep understanding of history and characters in the book, allowing people to have a deeper understanding of the history of Jiajing period. Although the title of the book might be a little delayed, the content was excellent. The author narrated the opening of maritime trade and the promotion of the development of capital, showing an era full of excitement and challenges. Although the style of the story belonged to a drama, there were also elements of relaxation and joy so that the readers would not feel depressed during the reading process. It was a pity that the book was finished, but the author's next book had already begun to follow up. This made people look forward to the author's next work. Overall, Daming Under the Mask was a delightful and inspiring historical novel that was worth reading. [Xiaobai's Love in an Otherworld: Do you know what the Book of Feathers is?] From what Bai Lingshan knew, the Book of Featherfall was an ancient scroll that stored all kinds of abilities. And the various abilities inside had a strange name, called the charm number. Bai Lingshan was originally a freshman at Xiangyu High School, but by chance, she became a contestant of the Book of Feathers Descent. Without anyone's guidance, she had to fend for herself and embark on the adventure of collecting talismans for the Book of Feathers. However, as time passed, she gradually discovered the hidden mission outside. Every time she took a wrong step, the ending would twist a little. But no matter what, she would follow her heart. ------ ---- No matter what I become in the future, I will always be me, not you. Bai Lingshan At that time, the youth who was like the white moonlight, although he felt unattainable, was still right in front of him. Now, he was getting further and further away from her, replaced by the person who looked like an enemy but was not an enemy. Thy path should be according to thy heart, and not recommended by others. On a red night Under the night sky, the red fog dispersed and the moon reflected in her eyes again. Did you know? Xiaobai, there is a kind of flower in my hometown. Its name is Obsidian Flower Plant, and its flower language is the guardian of love. Han Chenfeng 10:"Little Junior Sister was born rebellious, the whole sect was led away": Ningning was trapped into the desolate abyss full of corpses, only to know that she was the NPC of the main character of the Immortal Cultivation Lady. Wuxia Peak was the place where the female lead's "immortal encounter" was provided. Eldest Senior Brother, who was focused on cultivation, was obsessed with the female protagonist and ended up with his soul scattered. The slick Second Senior Brother was the female lead's bootlicker and became the female lead's stepping stone on the immortal path. The miser's third senior sister was framed by the female protagonist and died in an unnatural death in order to find out the cause of her death. The elusive Fourth Brother had great luck and had been guarding the Ghost Realm for ten thousand years. Mu Qiang's fifth senior brother had a devil bloodline and was sacrificed by the female protagonist on the spot. And her opportunities were snatched away by the female protagonist time and time again, becoming the death talisman of Wuxia Peak. Ningning, who was rebellious, decided to hide her strength and bide her time, secretly snatching away all the opportunities. Ancestor Devil? Who was that? Hehe, it was her "thigh". The big shot behind the scenes thought,'Damn it, when will she recover her memory and cultivation?' 11:"Fierce Dad": Anticipation index: Character Description: Index: Ranking index: Possessed Drug Index: C+ The father-daughter relationship was reconciled too quickly. Shooting TikTok for her son was also one of the poisonous points. "Quickly wear the villain, he's a little obedient":[1v1][Sweet Pet] In order to remove the curse, Jiang Zheng had no choice but to follow the system's instructions and complete the mission to remove the curse. [System 001 is at your service!] Jiang Zheng's eyes lit up,"Can you really serve me?" The System replied,[…Are you kidding? I have a mission for you to complete.] Jiang Zheng squeezed her hands,[No problem. Helping the female lead is my profession!] Saving the female lead is my responsibility! The System was speechless."…Wait, that villain isn't your responsibility…" Jiang Zheng thought,…I know that too! [But, Zhengzheng, you said you would take responsibility for me!] 13:"After Giving My Body to the Supervisor, I Have a Baby": A court official under one person VS a delicate beauty who hides secrets Feng Xiao 'er had married the most treacherous official of the current dynasty. She had been scheming step by step, but he had seen through her every step. She was originally a top-notch assassin in the martial arts world. For the sake of information, she served tea and water to the superintendent, massaging his shoulders and legs. She was pitiful and humble. After gaining the eunuch's trust, she began to put her arms around the eunuch's shoulders and wanted to be good sisters with him. One night, Xiao Qi pressed her against the corner of the wall and said evilly. "Woman, submit to our family. We will give you the power to be above everyone else." "Don't mess around." She hammered his chest with her small hand. He was even more disdainful. How could a eunuch take advantage of him? In the end, she wanted to cry but no tears came out of her eyes. 14:"Porcelain King": New book "Little Prince" released on May 23, 2022... The majestic palace was glazed and green, and the blue and white porcelain was misty and rainy. The red glaze was full of joy, and the colorful porcelain ware. Porcelain tiles, porcelain prints, porcelain firearms, painted inside, painted inside. The old porcelain bloomed a new chapter, and the prosperity of China began. A modern arts and crafts artist returned to the early Ming Dynasty and became the richest and most romantic porcelain king in the world. He knew how to make colored sculptures and porcelain, and he was even better at painting within a square inch. He had also restored the lost art of glass in advance. Let's see how this little butterfly from the industrial civilization flapped its wings and allowed the Ming ceramic glass industry to reach an unprecedented peak. It made the magnificent scene of the prosperous era of China suddenly sing and bloom brilliantly. 15."Intertwined Relationship": Intertwined relationship, conflicting wishes. It was love that made them, but it was also love that destroyed them. Bai Xiaoshi, an imperfect female lead, found herself little by little in her search for redemption. Lin Qing, a male lead who strived for perfection, stuck to his beliefs and tried his best to protect his family in case after case. You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.

There were novels similar to "The Strongest Technology Lottery System" Book of Troubled Times, Author: Ji Cha 2:"Spiritual Realm Walker", Author: Xiao Langjun 3: The Tang's Table, Author: Jie and 2 4."King of Familiars", Author: Light Spring Flowing Sound Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation, Author: Mi Tian Building National Forensic Medicine, Author: Zhiniao Village 7:"Wait, Heroine." Author: Guan Guan Gongzi 8: Mantang Colorful, Author: Weird Cousin 9:"Hidden Dead Corner", Author: Get Lost Final Divine Duty, Author: Tuoba Goudan Beyond Time, Author: Er Gen "This Game Is Too Real." Author: Chen Xing LL Red Heart Sky Patrol, Author: What's the Matter? Ring of Destiny, Author: Squid Who Loves to Dive National Master of Ming Dynasty, Author: West Lake Encountered Rain Choose a Day to Ascend, Author: Otaku Pig 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" Author: What's Wrong? Deep Sea Ember, Author: Yuantong Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of Demonic Martial Arts, Author: Wenplagiarism 20:"Who told him to cultivate!" Author: The Whitest Crow The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."Book of Troubled Times":"Book of Troubled Times" is a fantasy Jianghu novel with time travel, martial arts, and many female protagonists. It is still being serialised. The author's writing style was not bad. It inspired people and made them think and feel from the book. This book not only had a wonderful plot and character descriptions, but it also had in-depth thoughts on society, history, and other aspects. From the moment the Vermillion Bird came into contact with the main character, his personal impression of her had declined a little. However, for book lovers who liked many female leads, it was still worth watching. The young man carried a long saber on his shoulder and hung wine on his waist. He strode forward, but the Jianghu in his heart was vaguely visible. This made people think about the meaning and value of life. Turning a page in the book of troubled times, one could see that the world had been shattered after decades of rain in the Jianghu. Such a description made one feel extremely emotional. The author Ji Cha's talent and creative ability were amazing. His works showed the style of China, and the stories of talented scholars and beautiful women were moving. All in all, Book of Troubled Times was a book worth recommending to readers who liked fantasy stories. 2."Spirit Realm Walker":"Spirit Realm Walker" was a very interesting book. Although there was a little bit of poison at the beginning, the rest of the book was written very smoothly, allowing one to gradually enter a better state. This book was set in a modern city and told the story of a young man with supernatural powers who was involved in the invasion of another world by chance and finally saved himself and the world. The main character's ability was the Night Wandering God. In this world full of ghosts and monsters, he displayed outstanding assassin and Taoist skills and gradually grew into a big shot. The plot was exquisite and fascinating, making people unable to sleep at night. The follow-up development of this book was even more exciting. All in all,"Spirit Walker" was a highly recommended book. Whether it was funny or relaxing, it could make people relax and enjoy reading. 3.<<The Tang's Table>> The people of the world and the affairs of the world are just the dishes on the table of the Tang people. Although the original ingredients had the original flavor of food, Yun Chu still believed that the most delicious food still needed to be divided, cooked, and handled. The food that was finally served on the table was the food that most suited the stomach of the Tang people. Steaming, braising, stir-frying, stewing... There were many cooking methods in the kitchen. Whether it was Goguryeo, the Turks, Tubo, Tuyuhun, Xue Yantuo, Tiele…or even whales, tigers, sharks, and hungry wolves, the Great Tang was a furnace that could cook them all into peerless delicacies… In addition to Li Zhi, Wu Wei, Zhangsun Wuji, Chu Suiliang, Li Ji, Cheng Yaojin, and other peerless seasonings, there would always be one thing that you would never forget, regardless of color, fragrance, or taste. Yun Chu hoped that she would definitely have a seat at such a luxurious banquet! Now, the delicious food had been cooked. Yun Chu laid out the napkin, picked up the deer knife, and closed her eyes. She was ready to enjoy an unprecedented feast to satisfy her hungry stomach. 4."King of Familiar": I read every book written by Erquan. It was a pretentious, hot-blooded, and funny pet novel. Collect, fatten. 5:"Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation": The title of the book is rubbish. The plot is well written. The protagonist transmigrated to become the third son of the villain. At the beginning, he was kidnapped by the "ice woman". In order to cover up the after-effects of possession, he brought his sister to jump off a cliff to obtain the cultivation method from the opportunity point in his memory and become an innate Dao body. Then he returned to the capital (temporarily stopped here) and transmigrated to meet a beautiful woman. He jumped off a cliff to snatch the treasure. The routine is old-fashioned but the writing is not bad. 4-star expectation️️️️ National Forensics: Good! Don't be frightened by the forensic doctor! The part about cooking bones is really disgusting and novel, I still want to continue watching (;▽;) 7."Wait, Heroine" It was the new book of the author of the XX Ferocious series, Guan Guan. I think the reason why it's not fierce to call her a heroine is: In the first book, The Prince Is Fierce, the protagonist's character could be shown, and there was only one prince. In the second part, the fairy was very fierce because the female protagonists were all fairies without exception, so this name was appropriate. However, the third book was obviously rich in elements. It was not just the heroine. If the heroine was named after her fierceness, it would be limited to the heroine, which would not be in line with the other female protagonists. 8."Mantang Colorful Colors":"Mantang Colorful Colors" was a fascinating historical novel. The author used the Tang Dynasty as the background and incorporated suspense and historical elements, attracting many readers. The author's historical description was outstanding, showing a deep understanding and unique insights into the Tang Dynasty. The plot was compact, and the beginning aroused the interest of the readers, making them want to find out what was going on. The characters in the book were vivid and well-written. The author was good at describing the characters through the details to make them more three-dimensional. The plot was logical, the rhythm was tight, and the plot was amazing. The whole book was full of suspense and historical charm, making people want to find out. I strongly recommend Colorful Scenery of the Tang Dynasty. It is a fascinating historical novel that is worth reading. 9:"Hidden Dead Corner": Get Lost New Book Fast forward to why you forced me. "Final Divine Duty":"Final Divine Duty" was a very exciting novel. The story progressed layer by layer, and the rhythm was well controlled, making it impossible to stop. The author's writing was smooth, and the story was set in science fiction. It was similar to the Atlas of Heaven and Man, but it was a little more relaxed. The combat setting combined the three types of martial arts prosthetics, bringing a new experience to the readers. Although this was a cool novel, the author handled the details very well, making it very enjoyable to read. Overall, Final Divine Duty was a novel worthy of recommendation, especially for readers who liked martial arts books. This book should not be missed. 11."Beyond Time": Heaven and Earth are the guest houses of all living beings, and time is a passer-by from ancient times to the present. The difference between life and death was like the difference between dreams and waking up. It was ever-changing and could not be questioned. Then, beyond life and death, beyond heaven and earth, beyond time, what awaits us? "This Game Is Too Real": 7 points After the main character dies, he will travel to the apocalyptic world and can summon players to help him. 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In the fourth volume, Jiang Wuqi became the autumn frost and chased after Zhang Linchuan for thousands of miles. It was very interesting and had many climaxes. <strong></strong><strong> A slow-moving article. It was very painful to chase after the updates, but the end was very exciting and hot-blooded. It made people feel that the pain at the beginning was worth it. The first volume was about the ordinary and warm daily life of the small town. However, at the end of the first volume, when Jiang Wang's hair turned white overnight, the scene was very shocking. It brought us into this cruel and real world. Although many people criticized Jiang Wang's Red Heart for being "self-adapting Red Heart," I want to say that the protagonist is constantly growing. He is not born with knowledge. He insists on the justice in his heart, upholding the path of a pure child without a guilty conscience, and tries his best to do the best within his ability. 🍻"Since ancient times, heroes have been elected. Who is not a man under me?" Ring of Destiny: I'm looking forward to it! Squid's new book, the Lord of the Mysteries's sequels, two years have finally come 15."The Great Ming State Preceptor": 4/5 lecture-style novel. In ancient times, there were many novels that spread knowledge, but this was the first time he had read one that was so detailed. After hundreds of chapters, reading the novel felt like he was in class. After he was released from prison, he stopped teaching, and the plot became a little boring. 16:"Ascending on a Better Day": Human Dao Book Review Section: Am I the only one who thinks that this book is not as good as The Emperor? [Shepherd's Book Review Section: After reading the beginning, I feel that this book is not as good as Human Dao.] Lin Yuan's book review section: I still feel that God Mu is more attractive to me. Ascension comment section: I feel like I still prefer the Legend of the Shepherd God. Lin Yuan Xing,"Are you being polite?" 17:"Who's Going to Fall in Love After Rebirth";; Rating: 7.9 It was impossible to work now! He only wanted wealth and freedom, never to be a slave! As for love? Even dogs wouldn't talk about that! A standard urban novel, recommended. On that day, the thick fog sealed everything. On that day, he became the captain of a ghost ship. On that day, he crossed the thick fog and faced a world that had been completely overturned and shattered. The order of the past was gone, and strange visions dominated the endless sea beyond civilization. The isolated island cities and the fleets that challenged the sea had become the only lights of the civilized world, while the shadows of the past were still stirring in the deep sea, waiting to continue to devour the dying world. However, for the new captain of the Lost Home, there was only one problem he had to consider first. Who knew how to sail the boat? 19."Cultivation in the Chaos of the Demonic Martial World":"Cultivation in the Chaos of the Demonic Martial World" is an unforgettable novel. The author used the background of the cultivation world as the background to tell the story of an ordinary person's adventure in the foreign world. The main character, the Dao of Living Forever, lived in the cultivation world with a suppressed attitude, but in the outside world, he was able to attack with heavy fists, showing his power. The entire story was compact and fascinating, making people want to continue reading. The plagiarist's new book made people look forward to it. His works had always been known for their high quality, allowing people to find the best when there was a shortage of books, and when there was a surplus of books, they could be kept at the bottom of the box. Eunuch Wen's writing style was stable and carried forward the essence of the Dao of Gou, while the golden finger was the main line that could communicate with different worlds, making the whole story more interesting. Overall, this book was an enjoyable reading experience. The quality was guaranteed, and it was worth recommending. "Who told him to cultivate!" [Author: The Whitest Crow (Level 5)] Tagged: Xianxia, classical Xianxia connecting to Total Words:32.22w True number of fans: 12.27 million Total Collection:37.18w Total recommendation:10.25w [Alliance Leader:15] First Order:38000 (Added on April 1, 2023) [Author: The Whitest Crow (Level 5)] [Xianxia][Xianxia] Total Words:32.22w, True Fans:12.27w Total Favorites: 37.180,000 Total Favorites: 10.250,000 Number of Leaders:15 First Orders:38000 (Added on April 1, 2023) You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.

The book "Unrivalled in Reality" met the requirements. The main character could travel through various game planes, but the main point was the development of Earth, so he could return to Earth at any time. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗

Earth in science fiction is often shown as a place that has either advanced beyond recognition or has been severely damaged. For example, in 'Blade Runner', Earth is a polluted and overcrowded megalopolis. It's a place where technology has both improved and deteriorated the quality of life. The rich live in high - rise towers while the poor scrounge in the dirty streets. Also, in some time - travel stories, Earth might be a target for changing history, which shows its significance in the fabric of the universe.