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The last sacrifice

from EXODUS by Joseph Balson

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Exodus is a musical story. The story each track illustrates is in the lyrics.

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As the year 2359 drew to a close, the situation aboard the decaying ships grew increasingly dire. Despite their best efforts, the search for a suitable planet had been in vain thus far. The resources needed to keep the remaining Ark afloat were dwindling fast. The 8,000 remaining souls aboard were facing another agonizing decision: sacrifice four ships to save the one.

With heavy hearts, they began the process of dismantling the doomed vessels, recycling every component they could salvage. But even with this desperate measure, it was far from guaranteed, that the last remaining Ark would succeed. The survivors were forced to confront the grim reality that only a fraction of their number would be able to board the refitted vessel to continue the search for humanity’s new world.

It was decided that only 3,000 individuals would be selected for the final journey. The remaining 5,000 would be left behind. The selection process was harsh, but ultimately the decision was made based on a combination of skills and sheer luck of the draw. Jade and Gray are among the fortunate few who were once again chosen for the last Ark.

With the fate of humanity in the balance, the survivors worked tirelessly to repair and prepare the final ship for its daunting mission. Time was short and every day brought new challenges and setbacks. But the will to survive was overwhelming and the crew remained determined to see their journey through to its finality.

As the last Ark set off there was little hope for those who were left behind. But for the crew of the final ship, there was a glimmer of possibility, a chance to find a new world and begin anew. Though the odds were stacked against them, they clung to the hope that their sacrifices would not have been in vain.

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from EXODUS, released February 28, 2023

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Joseph Balson France

I am an autistic photographer, musician, composer.
Locked up inside myself.
Sometimes, it comes through my eyes.
Sometimes, I shoot it.
Sometime, music is in my head.
Sometimes, I record it. ... more

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