STORIED MULTIVERSE (Introduction to Generalised ISO Machinery)
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Nugzar Margvelashvili, Hobart, 18 April 2011
Last updated January 2025
Revised and condensed all chapters except Appendices
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### The Multiverse: A Realm of Infinite Possibilities
What if reality isn’t singular but a vast collection of interconnected worlds—a multiverse?
This multiverse, with its countless realms, could form the true scope of existence,
even if we seldom notice it. The idea may feel abstract or imprecise, but it’s
undeniably exciting and full of potential.
The concept of a multiverse has deep roots, appearing in early Buddhist teachings that
proposed multiple planes of existence. In modern times, it has gained traction
through physics and philosophy. These contemporary theories often describe universes
that are spatio-temporally isolated—intriguing in theory but irrelevant to our everyday
lives due to their inaccessibility.
### The Storied Multiverse: A New Vision
Imagine a multiverse where people can not only explore different worlds but also create their own.
This is the idea behind the "Storied Multiverse" (SM): a dynamic, interactive realm where
worlds are crafted to meet individual needs and desires.
For the Storied Multiverse to make sense, it must rest on a coherent and plausible
foundation—one that aligns with scientific principles and human experience.
This framework doesn’t need to be flawless; no theory, including the monoverse, is.
However, it must be internally consistent and robust enough to stand alongside
competing models. The first challenge is to establish its logical feasibility:
Is it even possible to conceive of such an interconnected, customizable multiverse?
Once this hurdle is cleared, the next step is to design a prototype and explore
how such a multiverse might operate.
### Why Explore the Multiverse?
Why pursue the idea of a Storied Multiverse?
Because it’s more than a thought experiment—it’s an invitation to dream,
imagine, and create. Beyond its intrinsic appeal, the Storied Multiverse
offers the potential to bridge divides. In a world fractured by competing claims
to truth, this concept could foster dialogue and mutual understanding, creating
a shared space for connection and exploration.