In the year 2199, the last great battle came to an abrupt end; hastily abandoned by both sides.
It became imminently clear that any further escalations would result in total destruction of the planet. The leaders met, and with no other options, a cease fire was reluctantly implemented. This uneasy truce included a division of lands where territory borders were clearly defined.
This armistice physically separated the Technologist's from the Naturalist's. An electronic surveillance field was installed along the borders to alert both sides of all intrusions.
The war had a massive toll, leaving few humans on either side. Those who survived were left with vast territories to protect and rule.
With insufficient forces remaining to effectively patrol the borders, the once fierce Think Tanks were re-purposed and now vigilantly patrol the borders to ensure no treaty violations occur.
East vs West:
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