The geniuses of Erudition illuminate the cosmos like celestial bodies. Since the Society's inception, their countless inventions have brought light to the obscure universe. Yet one achievement eclipses all others in their pursuit of the “Knowledge Singularity” when the “First Genius” created Nous the Erudition from mere human knowledge.

This genius existed in a time so ancient that history retained barely a glimpse of his scientific achievements: a brilliant hypothesis on universal structure, pioneering scientific works, a handful of inspirational sayings for posterity, a few portraits with blurred features, and his greatest creation — the Paths and Aeons that guide all things in creation. These are Zandar's only remaining legacies.

Following the “First Prosperity” brought by these brilliant minds, Zandar's name quickly faded among the stars, and academia never heard from him again. Some believe he retreated into the utopia of his making, or pursued secret research as a mortal, or met his end at the blade of the Lord of Silence…

Among the swirling speculations, the most popular belief holds that the “First Genius” is engaged in another monumental creation, one destined to reshape the universe's fate, much like the day Nous came into existence.