A repository of observations, anomalies, and theoretical extrapolations concerning the phenomenon of Superproportion.
The initial observation occurred during the calibration of the Chronometric Harmonizer Unit 9. A sustained, almost imperceptible shift in the temporal field manifested as a cascading series of probabilistic fluctuations. These weren't mere statistical variations; they exhibited a directed vector, consistently oriented towards the coordinates assigned to the ‘Nexus Point’ – a theoretical locus of temporal instability identified in the Archimedes Archive.
Data analysis revealed a correlation between the fluctuation rate and the amplitude of the harmonizer's output. However, the relationship wasn’t linear. Instead, it followed a curve described as ‘exponentially dissonant,’ suggesting a feedback loop operating beyond our current understanding of temporal mechanics. The term "Superproportion" was initially coined to describe this effect – the degree to which a minor alteration in the harmonizer's output could trigger a disproportionately large temporal response. The observed cascade lasted precisely 17.84 seconds, a duration that, according to the Archimedes Archive, is statistically improbable to the point of near impossibility.
Key Metrics: Temporal Distortion Factor (TDF): 3.78; Harmonic Resonance Index (HRI): 9.12; Duration of Cascade: 17.84 seconds.
The research team encountered what they termed ‘Chronometric Echoes’ while conducting a deep scan of the remains of the Precursor City of Veridian. These weren’t simply residual energy signatures; they appeared to be fragments of past events, replaying with a disconcerting level of fidelity. The echoes weren’t static; they shifted and evolved, reacting to the team’s observation. The phenomenon intensified when the team attempted to utilize the Chronometric Harmonizer Unit 7 to 'stabilize' the temporal field—a catastrophic error, as predicted by the Archimedes Archive.
Analysis revealed that the echoes were not localized to a specific point in time. Instead, they seemed to be drawn from across a broad temporal range, coalescing around moments of high emotional or energetic significance. The team hypothesized that the Precursor civilization had, intentionally or unintentionally, created a 'temporal nexus' within Veridian, amplifying the natural fluctuations of the temporal field. The term "Superproportion" again became relevant - the amplified temporal distortions weren't consistent with the expected behavior of a natural temporal field; they were a manifestation of a system operating beyond the normal constraints of causality.
Key Metrics: Temporal Distortion Factor (TDF): 2.15; Harmonic Resonance Index (HRI): 6.89; Observed Temporal Shifts: Varied – ranging from milliseconds to several minutes.
During a controlled experiment involving the manipulation of the temporal field within the Containment Sphere 3, a phenomenon was observed that the research team dubbed the “Paradoxical Bloom.” This involved the spontaneous generation of localized temporal anomalies – miniature temporal loops, phased shifts, and instances of temporal displacement. The Bloom wasn’t triggered by any external stimulus; it appeared to be an emergent property of the system itself. The effects were unpredictable and, frankly, terrifying – with some instances resulting in the temporary transposition of objects and individuals across short periods of time.
The team's theoretical models failed to account for the scale of the Bloom. The observed distortion factor—a staggering 5.32—indicated that the system was operating under conditions of extreme temporal stress. The existence of the Bloom directly validated the concept of “Superproportion,” demonstrating that even subtle interventions could generate disproportionately large temporal disruptions. Further investigation revealed a correlation between the Bloom's intensity and the team’s attempts to ‘correct’ or ‘stabilize’ the temporal field – a clear indication of a fundamental incompatibility between our methodologies and the underlying mechanics of the phenomenon.
Key Metrics: Temporal Distortion Factor (TDF): 5.32; Harmonic Resonance Index (HRI): 12.57; Duration of Bloom: 47.9 seconds.