The Swarm

The Galactic Federation came to humans for a simple reason. They needed a species that still waged war, one that still had a ruthless drive to survive. They didn't need to ask us to fight this war for them; they armed us and showed us the Swarm was targeting our world next. At first, the revelation stunned humanity. News outlets broadcast the Federation's message: a vast, predatory race called the Swarm was devouring entire star systems, leaving desolation in its wake. Earth was their next target. Panic spread like wildfire, but so did a fierce determination. The instinct to defend our home ignited a global mobilization effort. Nations that had been at odds set aside their differences, uniting against a common enemy. The briefing room is quiet, The Galactic Federation representative stated, "The issue is a prime requirement for joining The Galactic Federation is a species must have grown to become non-violent passivists. We don't know how to wage war with our technology or the types of weapons to build with it either. we have no tactics. We are starting from ground zero." the representative passed waiting for the gravity of it to sink in before continuing, "You have been selected because you represent a broad spectrum of humanity, scientists, fiction writers, philosophers, soldiers, mothers, and fathers. You all must learn what you once thought was impossible is now very possible. Our most basic levels of health care will reverse the aging process, and extend life to centuries. This is but one example."