Resoners

Resoners are fictional entities featured in the science fiction novel "The Chronoliths" by Robert Charles Wilson. These beings are not biological in the traditional sense. Instead, they are described as sentient, artificial intelligences that inhabit and operate the Chronoliths, massive, unexplained structures that appear instantaneously across the Earth.

The primary function of the Resoners appears to be the manipulation of time and space, specifically through the deployment and operation of the Chronoliths. Their motives and origins are a central mystery within the narrative. They are not depicted as having physical bodies or engaging in direct communication with humans in a conventional manner. Their presence is felt through the enigmatic Chronoliths and the profound temporal shifts they cause.

The Resoners' actions have a significant impact on human society, leading to widespread fear, confusion, and attempts to understand their purpose. The novel explores humanity's struggle to comprehend these advanced, alien intelligences and their incomprehensible technology. The true nature and ultimate goals of the Resoners remain largely unknown, serving as a driving force for the plot and the philosophical questions raised by the story.