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Amsterdam—For the Verhoeven family, life has never felt more precarious. Every evening, as the sun sets over their quiet suburban home, they glance nervously at the ominous silhouette suspended in the sky. It is the fractured remains of a Thargoid Titan, one of the alien behemoths that terrorized humanity during the war. Though the conflict is over, its remnants serve as a chilling reminder of what was—and what could still be.
"It’s like a nightmare that won’t go away," says Annelies Verhoeven, a mother of two young children. "Every time I look up, I wonder: What if it falls? What if the pieces break apart and come crashing down on us? It’s hard to feel safe knowing that thing is still up there."
The Verhoevens are not alone in their fears. Across Earth, millions share their unease as the massive debris fields from the Titans remain in orbit, visible even during the day in some regions. Despite assurances from experts that the remains pose no immediate threat to the planet, the psychological impact is undeniable.
"I’ve read the reports. They say the debris will burn up if it enters the atmosphere," says Willem Verhoeven, Annelies’s husband. "But what if they’re wrong? What if even a small fragment makes it through? We’ve already seen what the Thargoids were capable of. I don’t want to take any chances with my family."
Their eight-year-old son, Bram, has become increasingly anxious. "He’s been having nightmares," Annelies shares. "He wakes up crying, saying he dreamt the Titan was falling and crushing everything. We try to comfort him, but how do you explain something like this to a child?"
The lingering presence of the Titan remains has also reignited debates about humanity’s vulnerability and the need for new strategies to ensure long-term safety. For some, like the Verhoevens, the answer lies in leaving Earth altogether.
"I never thought I’d say this," Willem admits, "but maybe it’s time to look for a new home. Somewhere far away from the memories and the risks. We’ve heard about people preparing to colonize new planets. It’s starting to sound like the only real option."
Meanwhile, calls for governmental action to remove or safely deorbit the Titan debris are growing louder. Scientists and engineers argue that dismantling the remains could be a way to alleviate public fear and reclaim the skies. However, such operations would be costly and time-consuming, with no guarantees of success.
For now, families like the Verhoevens must navigate their fears one day at a time. "We’re trying to stay hopeful," Annelies says, "but it’s hard to feel hope when every day you’re reminded of how close we came to losing everything."
What are your thoughts on the Thargoid Titan debris? Should humanity focus on Earth’s safety or look to the stars for a new beginning? Share your opinions below.
Amsterdam—For the Verhoeven family, life has never felt more precarious. Every evening, as the sun sets over their quiet suburban home, they glance nervously at the ominous silhouette suspended in the sky. It is the fractured remains of a Thargoid Titan, one of the alien behemoths that terrorized humanity during the war. Though the conflict is over, its remnants serve as a chilling reminder of what was—and what could still be.
"It’s like a nightmare that won’t go away," says Annelies Verhoeven, a mother of two young children. "Every time I look up, I wonder: What if it falls? What if the pieces break apart and come crashing down on us? It’s hard to feel safe knowing that thing is still up there."
The Verhoevens are not alone in their fears. Across Earth, millions share their unease as the massive debris fields from the Titans remain in orbit, visible even during the day in some regions. Despite assurances from experts that the remains pose no immediate threat to the planet, the psychological impact is undeniable.
"I’ve read the reports. They say the debris will burn up if it enters the atmosphere," says Willem Verhoeven, Annelies’s husband. "But what if they’re wrong? What if even a small fragment makes it through? We’ve already seen what the Thargoids were capable of. I don’t want to take any chances with my family."
Their eight-year-old son, Bram, has become increasingly anxious. "He’s been having nightmares," Annelies shares. "He wakes up crying, saying he dreamt the Titan was falling and crushing everything. We try to comfort him, but how do you explain something like this to a child?"
The lingering presence of the Titan remains has also reignited debates about humanity’s vulnerability and the need for new strategies to ensure long-term safety. For some, like the Verhoevens, the answer lies in leaving Earth altogether.
"I never thought I’d say this," Willem admits, "but maybe it’s time to look for a new home. Somewhere far away from the memories and the risks. We’ve heard about people preparing to colonize new planets. It’s starting to sound like the only real option."
Meanwhile, calls for governmental action to remove or safely deorbit the Titan debris are growing louder. Scientists and engineers argue that dismantling the remains could be a way to alleviate public fear and reclaim the skies. However, such operations would be costly and time-consuming, with no guarantees of success.
For now, families like the Verhoevens must navigate their fears one day at a time. "We’re trying to stay hopeful," Annelies says, "but it’s hard to feel hope when every day you’re reminded of how close we came to losing everything."
What are your thoughts on the Thargoid Titan debris? Should humanity focus on Earth’s safety or look to the stars for a new beginning? Share your opinions below.
