suberts

Suberts are a hypothetical concept within certain speculative fiction and philosophical discussions, referring to entities or beings that exist in a state of perpetual sub-existence or a form of secondary reality. They are not considered to be fully alive in the conventional sense, nor are they entirely inanimate. Instead, suberts are often portrayed as beings that possess a degree of consciousness or awareness, but lack independent agency, full physical manifestation, or the capacity for significant interaction with the primary world.

The nature of suberts can vary greatly depending on the context in which they appear. In some narratives, they might be the residual echoes of deceased individuals, lingering in a liminal space. In others, they could be artificial constructs designed for specific, limited purposes, existing only as long as their function is required. Philosophically, the concept can be used to explore ideas about consciousness, existence, and the nature of reality itself, questioning what it truly means to "be." The term itself is not widely recognized in scientific or mainstream philosophical discourse, remaining primarily within the realm of creative exploration.