Cubism is a philosophical faith blending elements of pantheism and Zen, emphasizing unity with the universe and the transcendence of material existence. Most Cubists are peaceful, focusing on meditation, artistic expression, and a reverence for all forms of life and nature.
However, radical offshoots of Cubism have developed a violent, fanatical strain of the belief. Radical Cubists reject traditional interpretations, believing true transcendence can only be achieved through acts of destruction. Suicide bombers aligned with this ideology often shout “Become one with the true god!” before detonating.
Notable attacks attributed to radical Cubists include the destruction of a mosque in The Caliphate during morning prayers—killing both worshippers and tourists—and a deadly assault on a satirical magazine office in New York City. Despite these incidents, mainstream Cubists widely condemn the radicals and continue to practice their faith peacefully across the Compact.
A major incident involving radical Cubists occurred in 431 IE, when insurgents attempted to bomb a theater near the Harvard campus during rehearsals. Armed with incendiary nanites, they intended to cause mass casualties in downtown Boston. The attack was foiled when Compact Navy Ensign Connor Duffy used improvised tactics to neutralize the nanites before detonation, preventing a large-scale tragedy.
Appearances: Chasing Eternity, “The Spiders of Boston“