3650 The Initial Goal

"Make sure to spread the totems across a variety of different professions." Ves instructed. "I don't want them all to end up in the same industry sector. The greater the variety, the better. The recipients don't need to be the best in their fields, but they should not to be shabby or incompetent. Don't pick anyone who is too accomplished and successful, though."

"Why not, Bright Martyr?" The new director questioned. "Would it not be better for us if we establish connections with accomplished creators?"

"Ordinarily, you're right, but the problem is that the 'Vulcan System' is not a bottomless well. It is akin to a finite resource that is not too strong and cannot be replenished quickly." Ves replied. "I've tracked the usage of the totems that I gave to Zachren Bilitsa and the House of Barach respectively. According to the data, the effectiveness of our totems vary depending on the strength and competence of the recipients."

"What do you mean, sir?"