Why does fantasy often feel more honest than the history books? This thought piece explores how authors like R.F. Kuang, Pierce Brown, and George R.R. Martin use fantasy to illuminate the truths history often hides—about empire, trauma, and the stories we’re taught to believe. From burning islands to mind-controlling monarchs, this essay dives deep into the emotional and political power of myth. If you've ever felt that a fantasy novel revealed more about the real world than a lecture ever could, this one's for you.

If you've ever wondered who will remember us when we're gone, this reflection explores the provocative idea that AI may become the ultimate historian—one that doesn’t just preserve facts, but interprets patterns across time, challenging what it means to remember, to forget, and to understand humanity at scale.