Sventons

Sventons is a fictional entity appearing in the speculative fiction works of author K. R. Sterling. Primarily featured in the novel "The Obsidian Labyrinth," Sventons are depicted as ancient, non-corporeal beings whose existence predates the known universe. Their nature is described as being composed of pure consciousness and cosmic energy, making them fundamentally different from biological lifeforms.

In Sterling's narratives, Sventons are not characters in the conventional sense but rather forces that influence the fabric of reality. They are said to communicate through abstract concepts and visions, often perceived by sensitive individuals as profound but unsettling insights. Their motivations, if any, remain enigmatic, though they are often associated with the underlying principles of creation and entropy.

The lore surrounding Sventons suggests they are largely indifferent to the affairs of mortal beings, yet their actions, or perceived inaction, can have significant consequences. They are not explicitly benevolent or malevolent, existing outside such human moral frameworks. Their presence is often linked to moments of cosmic upheaval or profound shifts in understanding within the fictional worlds they inhabit. The concept of Sventons serves as a narrative device to explore themes of ultimate origins, the limits of perception, and the vastness of existence beyond human comprehension.