A Discourse on the Unification of Technological Canon, Vis-à-vis the Classification of Extradimensional Portals (i.e. Wormholes)
Objective: Quantify and collectively associate extradimensional portals with a grouping that assigns designations based on the practicality and creation for Foundation use and for writers as a form of canonical quantum superposition.1
Introduction: In essence, I would like to propose a reference system by which all currently described extradimensional portals can be loosely built upon, or better understood from. This discourse will explain the designations, and give examples when appropriate. I will attempt to classify each and every wormhole that is currently written into the database, and will use this system to organize portals in a hierarchy based on their efficiency as a form of transfer of matter, use in containment procedures (a la Scranton Reality Anchor), and other ancillary tasks.
Author's Note: This document uses several already established pseudo-canonical aspects of the Foundation universe and therefore can ultimately be implemented into works if one so chooses. These designations are mostly theoretical and subject to change or edits.
Class-A: "Relativistic Integrity" Wormholes
A Class-A Wormhole is of prime suitability for Foundation traversal. It encompasses all theoretical regions of folded spacetime that can be assumed using standard models of relative physics and are traversable with the typical challenges that come with attempting to do so- topological issues, gravitational forces, etc.
This includes naturally occurring wormholes wherein the quantum field can be stabilized to the point of allowing free-flow of aether. As well, anomalous regions which are highly useful to Foundation operations may fall into this category too.
Example of Class-A Wormhole:
Class-B: "Information Superhighway" Wormholes
Class-B Wormholes allow for transportation of matter into stored information3. This process can be used to create tangible network interfaces that allow for the physical interaction of data and transport to and from constructed localities.
Example of Class-B Wormhole:
- Referenced in SCP-1549
Class-C: "Broken Entry" Wormholes
This wormhole is an unstable spacetime fold that does not transfer matter to the intended location. Its presence creates small bubble non-dimensions in its wake4 that can be detrimental if not handled properly. These wormholes are unpredictable and can eject matter from unknown locations.
Example of Class-C Wormhole:
Class-D: "Non-Refundable" Wormholes
Class-D wormholes are basic disposal units that lead into non-universes. These are scalar invariant curvatures of spacetime that are defined as points in space where the laws of physics and reality do not exist.5
Example of Class-D Wormhole:
Class-E: "Momentary Lapse of Reason" Wormholes
Class-E Wormholes define the lot of extradimensional regions that cannot exist and therefore have anomalous consequences for existing or cannot be created in a way that is meaningful for the Foundation to use. These are either non-extant, appearing briefly without apparent (and likely anomalous) causes, or exist in a way that defies natural law. Often, these portals are created by aberrant means in a fixed location and provide no benefit to Foundation operations, even warranting classification and containment in its own right.
Examples of Class-E Wormhole:
And there are more, I'm sure.
Why?
That's the big question, isn't it? Why? Why anything? Why keep writing at all? Why are Humes?
I like when my shadowy gestalt organization has unified terms. It makes me feel all nice inside and solidifies the clinical structure of the Foundation.
but remember kids:
"There is no canon."
