# I: Arisia and Eddore explained — Triplanetary

> Chapter companion for Triplanetary by E. E. Smith.

## What happens

The chapter introduces the cosmic conflict between two ancient races, Arisia and Eddore, during the collision of two galaxies. The Arisians, humanoid and mentally advanced, encounter the Eddorians, a ruthless, power-driven race from an alien space. The Arisians, led by the Elders, choose to hide their existence from the Eddorians to buy time, planning to eventually breed a new race capable of defeating them. The chapter sets up the long-term struggle for control of civilization across the galaxies.

## Themes in this chapter

### Cosmic Conflict Between Good and Evil

The chapter establishes the fundamental opposition between the Arisians, who seek to guide civilization peacefully, and the Eddorians, who crave domination and power.

### Hidden Manipulation of History

The Arisians deliberately erase the Eddorians' memory of their encounter and plan to secretly influence the development of life across galaxies to eventually defeat them.

## Character check-ins

### Enphilistor

A young Arisian who first contacts the Eddorians and is overwhelmed by their aggression, prompting the Elders to intervene.

### Gharlane of Eddore

The Eddorian 'All-Highest' who confronts Enphilistor, demanding surrender and demonstrating the Eddorian lust for power.

## Key lines

> We, the Elders of Arisia in fusion, are here.

The combined consciousness of Arisia's most ancient thinkers announces its presence.

_The Elders intervene to protect Arisia's secrecy and set the long-term plan in motion._

> We must have time⁠ ⁠… cycles and cycles of time.

The Arisians recognize they need immense periods to prepare for the eventual conflict with the Eddorians.

_This underscores the theme of hidden manipulation and the need for patience in the cosmic struggle._

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