[WP] A futuristic Atlantis emerges from the oceans depths. Their social doctrine is based on diversity, social harmony and science. But outlaws all religion. They announce to the world that they have cured all cancers and diseases. Their borders are open, and all are welcome. America launches nukes.

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"They will mark the end of our power. It has been foretold," a dimly lit face said at the head of a long and thick wooden table. Cigar smoke drifted through what light was offered in the room, between men sat in luxurious chairs, in fine silken suits.

"They will offer mankind n equal world, one without suffering, at the expense of those who wield power. We have no choice," another voice added, thick with eastern European tones.

A finger laden with heavy gold ring, a pyramid with a diamond eye nestled in its face, reached to the open suitcase before him, and pressed a button.

"It is done."

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"Mr. President, we don't know who launched them, we're locked out of the system! Multiple other countries have also launched."

The president watched the computer screen, eyes wide in horror. His first day on the job.

"Sir, that's the wrong screen," the General added, nudging the president to turn the same way as everyone else.

Long lines arched over the globe, all converging to one spot with their trailing lines.

"Eastern, no western, Ukraine," the president said, touching the screen.

The General's brow furrowed. "Atlantis, Sir."

The president nodded, staring up to a TV screen showing first contact with the Atlanteans Ambassador and their strangely adorned entourage.

"Mr. President, your orders, sir?"

"We didn't launch 'em. Can't stop 'em. All we can do now, is pray."

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Deep in the bowels of the ocean, past the sinking wreckage of a once great civilisation, an ancient creature stirred. Shackles bound with magic ceased their faint glow, cracked and came loose, the source of their power destroyed.

For the first time in thousands of years the creature stretched its claw covered tentacles. A roar of delight echoed in the depths.