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The Vex in their biological form are aquatic microorganisms known as [[radiolaria]].<ref>[http://www.radiolaria.org/what_are_radiolarians.htm What are Radiolarians?]</ref><ref name = "The Vex: Uncovering the Hidden Lore in Destiny">[https://electriccartilage.wordpress.com/2015/04/27/the-vex-uncovering-the-hidden-lore-in-destiny/ The Vex: Unconvering the Hidden Lore in Destiny]</ref> Though [[Ikora Rey]] believes that this is not the true form of the Vex themselves, as she believes that if the Vex could manifest their consciousness in such a form, it would be able to take on other forms. <ref>'''Bungie (2017/5/12)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Curse of Osiris]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Universal Wavefunction]]''</ref> The "mind-fluid" inside each of their mind-cores is composed of a milky substance wherein radiolaria cells float; this centralized mind-core is also a localized receiver for each individual Vex "component" of the Nexus.<ref name = "The Vex: Uncovering the Hidden Lore in Destiny"/> Their aquatic origins are strongly implied through their architecture.<ref name="The Vex: Uncovering the Hidden Lore in Destiny"/> Vex cells are noted entheogens and physical contact with Vex units can produce dangerous mind-altering effects. <ref name="GFV4"/> | The Vex in their biological form are aquatic microorganisms known as [[radiolaria]].<ref>[http://www.radiolaria.org/what_are_radiolarians.htm What are Radiolarians?]</ref><ref name = "The Vex: Uncovering the Hidden Lore in Destiny">[https://electriccartilage.wordpress.com/2015/04/27/the-vex-uncovering-the-hidden-lore-in-destiny/ The Vex: Unconvering the Hidden Lore in Destiny]</ref> Though [[Ikora Rey]] believes that this is not the true form of the Vex themselves, as she believes that if the Vex could manifest their consciousness in such a form, it would be able to take on other forms. <ref>'''Bungie (2017/5/12)''', ''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Curse of Osiris]] Playstation 4, Activision Blizzard, [[Universal Wavefunction]]''</ref> The "mind-fluid" inside each of their mind-cores is composed of a milky substance wherein radiolaria cells float; this centralized mind-core is also a localized receiver for each individual Vex "component" of the Nexus.<ref name = "The Vex: Uncovering the Hidden Lore in Destiny"/> Their aquatic origins are strongly implied through their architecture.<ref name="The Vex: Uncovering the Hidden Lore in Destiny"/> Vex cells are noted entheogens and physical contact with Vex units can produce dangerous mind-altering effects. <ref name="GFV4"/> | ||
According to notes taken by [[Clovis Bray I]], the dynamic mobility of radiolaria within their fluid environment renders them exceptionally well-suited for performing certain difficult calculations. He also noted that the Vex language as embodied within radiolarian fluid does not involve semiosis, or the use of symbols; instead of utilizing "placeholders" for concepts, the Vex directly mimic or simulate concepts or phenomena as they communicate about them to one another. The asymbolic nature of Vex language is the fundamental difference between Vex cognition and human cognition.<ref>'''[[Mysterious Logbook]]''', "Page 38", ''[[Mysterious_Logbook#-038-|Page 38]]''</ref> | According to notes taken by [[Clovis Bray I]], the dynamic mobility of radiolaria within their fluid environment renders them exceptionally well-suited for performing certain difficult calculations. He also noted that the Vex language as embodied within radiolarian fluid does not involve semiosis, or the use of symbols; instead of utilizing "placeholders" for concepts, the Vex directly mimic or simulate concepts or phenomena as they communicate about them to one another. The asymbolic nature of Vex language is the fundamental difference between Vex cognition and human cognition.<ref name = "Mysterious Logbook Page 38">'''[[Mysterious Logbook]]''', "Page 38", ''[[Mysterious_Logbook#-038-|Page 38]]''</ref> | ||
It is believed that Vex are not born or made, so much as converted. When [[Asher Mir]] was infected with Radiolarian fluid, his arm turned into a Vex construct. [[Kabr, the Legionless]] would have suffered a similar fate had he not used his Light to become [[The Aegis]]. | It is believed that Vex are not born or made, so much as converted. When [[Asher Mir]] was infected with Radiolarian fluid, his arm turned into a Vex construct. [[Kabr, the Legionless]] would have suffered a similar fate had he not used his Light to become [[The Aegis]]. | ||
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The ultimate goal of the Vex is to remake all of reality in their image. [[Praedyth]] described the Vex as being motivated by a "Pattern," which drives the Vex to either reshape or destroy everything in their path. [[Osiris]] referred to the Vex's objective as "Convergence," an outcome where all life in the universe has been converted to a simplified, digital form. As part of this ideal future, the Vex seek to bring about a state where neither the [[Light]] nor the [[Darkness]] exist any longer. The [[Vault of Glass]] on Venus serves as a testing ground for the Vex to manipulate reality through ontological means. | The ultimate goal of the Vex is to remake all of reality in their image. [[Praedyth]] described the Vex as being motivated by a "Pattern," which drives the Vex to either reshape or destroy everything in their path. [[Osiris]] referred to the Vex's objective as "Convergence," an outcome where all life in the universe has been converted to a simplified, digital form. As part of this ideal future, the Vex seek to bring about a state where neither the [[Light]] nor the [[Darkness]] exist any longer. The [[Vault of Glass]] on Venus serves as a testing ground for the Vex to manipulate reality through ontological means. | ||
In his studies of the Vex, [[Clovis Bray I]] noted that the Vex were so utterly adapted to survival and adaptation that any destructive input would automatically be used as a means to enable a self-correcting or reparatory response; an analogy he used was that, if a Vex unit were exposed to a fire, then the energy of that fire would be utilized in putting it out. This approach to existence permeates every aspect of the Vex, so much so that even their thoughts and language are intrinsically virulent when other minds and software are exposed to them. | In his studies of the Vex, [[Clovis Bray I]] noted that the Vex were so utterly adapted to survival and adaptation that any destructive input would automatically be used as a means to enable a self-correcting or reparatory response; an analogy he used was that, if a Vex unit were exposed to a fire, then the energy of that fire would be utilized in putting it out. This approach to existence permeates every aspect of the Vex, so much so that even their thoughts and language are intrinsically virulent when other minds and software are exposed to them.<ref name = "Mysterious Logbook Page 38"/> | ||
The Vex have displayed an interest in studying the behavior and strategies of other species in order to further their own aims. At least [[Unidentified Vex collective|one known programming]] is known to study its enemies, taking prisoners for observation and conducting a variety of experiments; examples include the [[Ishtar Collective]] scientists, Failsafe's crew, and later [[The Guardian]]. | The Vex have displayed an interest in studying the behavior and strategies of other species in order to further their own aims. At least [[Unidentified Vex collective|one known programming]] is known to study its enemies, taking prisoners for observation and conducting a variety of experiments; examples include the [[Ishtar Collective]] scientists, Failsafe's crew, and later [[The Guardian]]. | ||