Harder Than I Thought

FIRST INTERLUDE

The Lords of Leadercraft

SSEER, a simulated senior executive experience role-play by Simavatar Studios

Three men stand on the balcony of a futuristic mountain citadel. In the distance, against snow-crowned peaks, a large bird with wings outstretched sails higher on a warm air current. Although partially obscured by wispy, purple clouds, the bright sun shines strong blue light across the landscape, casting shadows, creating regions of light and dark with sharply defined boundaries.

On the balcony, two men stand together. One leans against the rail of cold, polished alloy, inattentive to the magnificent view, while the other stands back from the ledge, gesturing emphatically. They appear deep in serious conversation. The third ...