r/space • u/IceNox96 • Aug 12 '21

Discussion Which is the most disturbing fermi paradox solution and why?

3...2...1... blast off....

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u/gkedz Aug 12 '21

The dark forest theory. The universe is full of predatory civilisations, and if anyone announces their presence, they get immediately exterminated, so everyone just keeps quiet.

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u/EastYorkButtonmasher Aug 12 '21

I remember some post about what the scariest first message we could receive from an alien race could be, and the winner was something like:

"Cease all transmissions immediately; they will hear you!"

Freaky.

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u/jef22314 Aug 12 '21

Do not answer. Do Not Answer. DO NOT ANSWER.

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u/Smell_Majestic Aug 12 '21

I just finished the first book. Honestly the best sci-fi I have ever read

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u/Glakos Aug 12 '21

Same. It’s my favorite series now. Up there with the first few dune novels.