First, I will post a "Chapter 2" as soon as possible, though it might not be for another couple of weeks. Coincidentally, by then I might have watched Prometheus, which may or may not have a very similar plot. If it does, I might have a problem, but this story was based on a dream that I had back in 5^th or 6^th grade. I always wanted to write a story based on it and now I'm finally doing it, so wish me luck.

Second, I mentioned a Kitilik as if you're supposed to know what they look like. This is a Kitilik. Clerk, however, doesn't dress in those clothes, as those are truly and example of prehistoric Kitilik fashion. This is also a Kitilik, though the drawing is incomplete without the antennae. They're an extremely intellectual race, and they also don't like pronouncing their long O's. Kitiliks are also prone to skepticism as a driving force when Homo sapiens are driven by curiosity. Hopefully this should explain some of Clerk's behavior.

Because of his antennae, he doesn't like to wear hats and I imagine Clerk wearing an outfit similar to those in Prometheus. Again, this is a coincidence.

Meanwhile, it's important to take note that this story takes place within the IDES expanded universe. For those who are not aware of what the IDES is, it's a book series I plan on writing, and an acronym for the in-universe name for the multiverse itself: "Interdimensional Economic System". This is a writing project that I'm very passionate about and I think that it's finally time that I take it seriously. That means that I will no longer be limiting myself to short and incomplete vignettes and I will be writing more stories like this from now on. If that interests you, stay tuned.

Finally, kudos to anyone who can figure out why I put off all other blog activity to post this particular short story exactly when I did.

Your Honor,

Emperor Kraggh