Leadership Quote by Margaret Weis & Tracy Hickman
““Limbeck, the august leader of WUPP, did not mind the noise. He took comfort in it, having listened to it, albeit somewhat muffled, in his mother's womb. The Gegs revered the noise, just as they revered the Kicksey-Winsey. They knew that if the noise ceased their world would come to an end. Death was known among the Gegs as the Endless Hear Nothing.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Legend of the Gears, 1998
The Gegs view constant noise as essential to existence; its loss would mean annihilation, symbolizing reliance on cultural foundations.
In simple terms: Noise is vital to Gegs’ world; its loss means end.
Key Takeaway
Preserve core cultural elements.
Themes
mythology
existential
culture
Mood
thoughtful
speculative
Type
mythic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- fiction writing
- game design
- anthropology studies
Key Concepts
noise symbolism
world‑building
cultural continuity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “noise” represent in your life?
- How do societies react when foundational elements disappear?
A Different Perspective
Over‑literal interpretation may miss nuance.
