First Steps Forward
A view from the other side of the SSH
An Omega explains that fear combined with being excessively self-centered is the root cause of inaction and negative behavioral patterns for men whose SSH status is on the lower end of the scale:
The OMEGA fears authority. Most of us were badly betrayed by the ones entrusted with our protection and mentorship. The authorities are figures to be placated constantly or avoided entirely. For me, the fear of their rageful disaproval is often paralyzing. It is only until the last year or so that I have made an effort to overcome what is almost always an irrational compulsion.
Creating this blog was an act of defiance against this fear. I was quite paranoid about what others would think, particularly the author of this blog’s inspiration, Vox Day of Sigma Game. He is the authority on the topic and I do respect him. What would he think?
“Are YOU trying to parasitize from MY audience?”
“Is this some kind of PRETENDER?”
“What makes you some SELF APPOINTED expert?”
All these thoughts elicited feelings of shame, fear, guilt, and sadness.
Now, as a general principle, it’s not unwise to fear a Dark Lord. It’s not an appellation that I bestowed upon myself, but it is a title that I have accepted since I have earned, in more ways than one, for reasons that are almost entirely unknown to the general public. There is a reason, nay, there are many reasons I am addressed that way in an unironic fashion. If the media that is always seeking to do hit pieces on me only had one-quarter the intelligence they believe they possess, and simply went to the trouble to talk to the relevant individuals involved, the Wikipedia article dedicated to me would not only look entirely different, it would be a fascinating read.
But that’s as it may be. I am, as I have often pointed out, a kinder and gentler sort of Dark Lord. I have even been known to successfully interact with children on occasion, when the situation calls for it.
My reaction to the new Omega Journey substack can be summarized as follows, in order of my reactive thought process:
Amusement. Why does he imagine I would care one way or the other? Whatever he does, it’s no business of mine.
Approval. Good for him. There is far too much stress on Sigmas and Gammas when the SSH is being discussed. We could certainly use more input from the Omegas.
Doubt. His expressed idea of a journey “from low to high” suggests the Omega might have a bit of a Gamma strain in him. His likelihood of success would be considerably higher if he shoots for a nice, normal Delta life and a respected place within the hierarchy.
Acceptance. Bookmarked for a future post, tentatively recommended via Substack dashboard.
So, I think we shall all follow, with varying degrees of interest, the Omega on his journey. And I’m sure we all wish him well. My only advice to him is to a) be ruthlessly and relentlessly honest, and b) don’t get carried away by a modicum of public attention from anyone, including me.
And just because it is necessary to point this out when dealing with low-status men, please understand that this post does not suggest, imply, or indicate, in any way, that we are now best friends and will spend future weekends together braiding each other’s hair.
Do your thing. Do it well. And leave me alone to do mine.
Can confirm Vox is a kind Dark Lord. I was thinking about it the other day. The level of detachment a Sigma experiences could result in a far more indifferent or even malevolent Dark Lord, to an extent normal hierarchy members would be unable to anticipate. Luckily, our friendly Internet Dark Lord is oriented toward the light of Christ. That being said, people need tread lightly. This Dark Lord has collected many skulls and will collect more before his throne is complete. Some might think gammas are his enemy but in objective truth, Vox is the best thing that has happened to them. Without his mapping of the hierarchy, gammas would be carrying on undiagnosed without any mental framework or ability to work their way out of the hellish existence of gammahood. How many hundreds or thousands of years have gammas spent lost in their hall of mirrors? How many more would toil on for centuries to come? Obviously the logic follows for other members. One can only conclude that his willingness to share with us the discovery of the hierarchy and even interact with the occasional member, especially gammas, is an act of genuine good will toward men. This is why for many of us who have followed Vox for years hold him in such high regard. Not for Vox Day the man, but for the implications over large timescales of his ideas. We need to be thankful to God for such men, recognizing that it is because of Christ such intellects are inclined to do good and cognizant of the fact that there are men equal in intellect who are actively serving the prince of darkness. Take your wins.
Thank you very much for sharing your honest thoughts and reccomending Omega Journey. I will take your advice to heart.