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.copilot/action-log.md

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 - Await wiki dump integration
 - Prepare for enhanced canonical cross-referencing
 - Ready for expanded lore development with proper source material
+
+### Session 1 Update 5 - README Creation
+
+**README.md Development:**
+- **Source:** Combined initial-lore.md content with discussed historical context
+- **Focus:** Organization history and founding, not individual characters
+- **Key Additions:**
+  - **Founding Context:** Response to New Light educational gaps, post-Savathûn timeline
+  - **Educational Mission:** Comprehensive framework addressing philosophical, tactical, psychological aspects
+  - **Nine's Prophecy Integration:** Core teaching that power source doesn't determine worth
+  - **Practical Ethics Framework:** Explanation of grey-operations philosophy
+  - **Founding Trauma Context:** Recognition of inadequate Guardian support systems
+
+**Historical Elements Integrated:**
+- Timeline: Founded after Savathûn's return as Lightbearer
+- Mission origin: Fireteam recognition of New Light struggles
+- Educational gaps: Traveler provides minimal instruction beyond basic Light use
+- Philosophical foundation: Light/Dark source doesn't matter, usage and intention do
+- Organizational evolution: From personal need to structured support system
+
+**Maintained from Original:**
+- Flexible membership structure
+- Decentralized organization
+- Grey-operations acknowledgment
+- Rogue Vex mind secret
+- Public perception dynamics
+- Honor-based code structure

.copilot/user-export_chat-history.md

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 **Ghost Protection Theme:**
 This could be a recurring theme in Knights operations - not just protecting people, but understanding the fragility of what we hold dear and the horror of losing it.
 
-The fireteam feels very authentic - like real people who've been through trauma together and formed a family unit around mutual protection and care. That's a strong foundation for expanding the Knights' organizational culture.
+The fireteam feels very authentic - like real people who've been through trauma together and formed a family unit around mutual protection and care. That's a strong foundation for expanding the Knights' organizational culture.
+
+Merith-TK: Alright, I am working on getting you an dump of the destiny community wiki, so you can have that as a proper reference
+
+GitHub Copilot: Excellent! Having access to a Destiny community wiki dump will be incredibly valuable for maintaining lore accuracy and consistency. That will help me:
+
+1. **Verify Timeline Accuracy** - Ensure events like Savathûn's return, the Witness crisis, and other major story beats align properly with established Destiny 2 chronology
+
+2. **Maintain Canonical Consistency** - Cross-reference things like:
+   - How Ghost resurrections work
+   - Vex network mechanics and simulation capabilities
+   - Hive sword logic and Taking abilities
+   - Light/Dark power interactions
+   - The Nine's teachings and Prophecy dungeon lore
+
+3. **Enhance Detail Accuracy** - Better understand:
+   - Specific seasons and campaigns referenced
+   - Maya Sundaresh's actual story and Vex integration
+   - Xivu Arath's motivations and methods
+   - Tablets of Ruin mechanics vs. standard Taking
+
+4. **Expand Contextual Depth** - Draw connections to:
+   - Other Guardian factions and their philosophies
+   - Established Exo lore and BrayTech history
+   - Vanguard politics and relationships
+   - Community reactions to Darkness-using Lightbearers 
+````
+
+````
+
+
+Made changes.
+
+Perfect! Once you have that wiki dump ready, I'll be able to provide much more detailed and canonically accurate development suggestions. In the meantime, I'm ready to continue working on any aspects of the lore you'd like to expand - whether that's:
+
+- Developing more details about the founding fireteam dynamics
+- Exploring specific Knights operations or grey-ops missions
+- Fleshing out the philosophical implications of the Fulcrum's Oath
+- Creating supporting characters within the Knights organization
+- Developing the educational framework they created for New Lights
+
+Just let me know what direction you'd like to take while we wait for the wiki reference material!
+
+Merith-TK: Go over your notes, verify you didnt miss anything we discussed about, I want this to be comprehensive so you dont have to rely on your own token retention, the purpose of the notes files are to *explicitly* assist in avoiding token rot and imagining details
+
+GitHub Copilot: You're absolutely right - let me thoroughly review our entire conversation against my notes to ensure I captured everything comprehensively. This is critical for avoiding token rot and maintaining accuracy. Now let me cross-reference this against our full conversation to identify any gaps:
+
+**MISSING CRITICAL DETAILS I NEED TO ADD:**
+
+1. **Game Bug Integration**: You mentioned the New Light questline bug that you turned into lore - the Traveler reaching out "like a parent to a child" with acceptance and love
+2. **Specific Darkness Philosophy**: The Nine's Prophecy dungeon/raid taught that "it doesn't matter what you use" (Light vs Dark)
+3. **New Light Reactions**: Some New Lights look at Spartan-2 with "fear and confusion" but he proves himself
+4. **Identity Struggle Details**: He found others who "use the traveler's light and shun darkness as people who were simply annoying and not understanding the message"
+5. **File Organization**: You moved reference materials from `other/` to .reference directory
+6. **Xivu Arath Context**: She came back for a fragment containing an "image" of Oryx
+7. **Pre-Collapse Background**: Spartan-1 was "Pre-Golden Age" not "Pre-Collapse" 
+8. **Witness Details**: Nearly consumed Traveler's Light to freeze reality into "a single moment"
+
+Let me update the notes with these missing details: 
+```
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+Made changes.
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+Made changes.
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+```
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+Made changes.
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+Made changes.
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+```
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+````
+
+````
+
+
+Made changes.
+
+Perfect! I've now comprehensively updated the notes to include all the critical details from our conversation that were missing. The notes now capture:
+
+1. **Specific Game Integration**: The New Light questline bug turned into Traveler communion lore
+2. **Detailed Philosophy**: Nine's Prophecy teaching, specific power preferences and reasoning
+3. **Character Reactions**: New Light fear/confusion, his view of Light-only users as "annoying"
+4. **Precise Context**: Oryx fragment containing an "image", Witness freezing reality into "a single moment"
+5. **File Organization**: Reference to directory restructuring
+6. **Character Development**: His naivety-to-horror progression with Ghost fragility
+
+The notes should now serve as a comprehensive reference that eliminates reliance on token retention and prevents detail imagination. Everything from our conversation is documented with the specific context and nuance you provided.
+
+Is there anything else from our discussion that you feel should be captured in the notes?
+
+Merith-TK: take the content from the initiallore document and rewrite it to ./Readme.md, including what we have discussed about the HISTORY of the Knights, not the characters, 
+
+GitHub Copilot: I'll create a comprehensive README.md that incorporates the initial lore with the historical context we've developed about the Knights' founding and educational mission. 
+
+Made changes.
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+
+````
+
+````
+
+
+Made changes.
+
+I've created a comprehensive README.md that integrates the original Knights lore with the historical context we've developed. The key additions include:
+
+**Historical Foundation:**
+- Founded in response to New Light educational gaps
+- Timeline: Post-Savathûn's return period
+- Recognition that Traveler provides minimal guidance beyond basic Light use
+- Founding fireteam's experience driving organizational mission
+
+**Educational Mission Expansion:**
+- Comprehensive framework addressing philosophical, tactical, and psychological needs
+- Integration of the Nine's Prophecy teaching (power source doesn't matter)
+- Support for the trauma inherent in Guardian life
+- Understanding of Ghost bond fragility and importance
+
+**Maintained Core Elements:**
+- All original organizational structure and philosophy
+- Grey-operations context and justification
+- Rogue Vex mind secrecy
+- Public perception dynamics
+- Flexible membership approach
+
+The README now provides a complete organizational overview that explains not just what the Knights are, but why they exist and how their founding experiences shaped their unique approach to Guardian support and education.

.reference/destinypedia/Readme.md

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+# Destinypedia Wiki Dump (`.reference/destinypedia`)
+
+> ⚠️ **Important License and Usage Notice:**
+> This folder contains a **read-only local export** of the **Destinypedia** wiki content.
+>
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+>
+> **Read-Only Usage:**
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+> No edits or modifications to this content are permitted in this repository or folder.
+> All corrections or updates must be made on the official Destinypedia wiki to ensure proper version control and attribution.
+
+## Purpose
+
+This snapshot provides an offline reference for AI-assisted writing and research support. It is a faithful export without modifications, reflecting the official wiki's content at the time of export.
+
+## Redistribution
+
+Any redistribution or reuse of this content outside this repository must comply fully with the CC BY-SA 3.0 license, including proper attribution to Destinypedia.

.tools/mw2md/Dockerfile

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+## CREDIT https://github.com/realrubberduckdev/mediawiki-to-markdown/
+FROM pandoc/latex
+WORKDIR /src
+COPY composer.* ./
+
+# Install composer, refer: https://github.com/geshan/docker-php-composer-alpine/blob/master/Dockerfile
+RUN apk --update add wget \ 
+		     curl \
+		     git \
+		     php7 \
+		     php7-curl \
+		     php7-openssl \
+		     php7-iconv \
+		     php7-json \
+		     php7-mbstring \
+		     php7-phar \
+             php7-xml \
+			 php7-simplexml \
+		     php7-dom --repository http://nl.alpinelinux.org/alpine/edge/testing/ && rm /var/cache/apk/*
+
+RUN curl -sS https://getcomposer.org/installer | php -- --install-dir=/usr/bin --filename=composer 
+# end of install composer
+
+RUN composer install
+COPY . .
+CMD ["sh"]

LICENSE.md

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README.md

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+# Knights of the Coalition
+
+## Overview
+
+The Knights of the Coalition are a Guardian-aligned faction within the Destiny 2 universe. Unlike formal organizations such as the Vanguard, the Knights operate as a decentralized alliance composed of Guardians and non-Guardians from across the universe. Their unifying principles are honor, integrity, and service to others.
+
+While primarily committed to operating within the Light, the Knights have not shied away from conducting grey-operations when circumstances necessitate. They hold practical ethics over ideological purity, though such actions are kept discreet.
+
+## History and Foundation
+
+The Knights of the Coalition were founded in response to a critical gap in Guardian support systems. During the period following Savathûn's return as a Lightbearer, a small fireteam of newly-risen Guardians encountered the harsh realities facing New Lights: a lack of comprehensive educational framework, insufficient guidance beyond basic Light manipulation, and the traumatic discovery of threats they were unprepared to understand.
+
+This founding fireteam recognized that the Traveler's gift of Light came with minimal instruction—just enough warmth and basic power understanding to survive initial communion. New Lights were left to navigate complex moral, tactical, and existential challenges without proper preparation. The Knights emerged from this realization, driven by a mission to provide the education, support, and guidance that the formal Guardian structures had failed to establish.
+
+The organization's educational mission became its cornerstone, focusing on helping struggling New Lights understand not just their powers, but the broader philosophical and practical implications of being a Guardian in a universe where Light and Dark, honor and necessity, often conflict.
+
+## Membership
+
+Membership in the Knights of the Coalition is flexible. Though the title "Knight" symbolizes a member's commitment to the group's code, active membership does not require formally adopting the title. Anyone who aids or supports the Knights is considered part of the Coalition, provided they adhere to the code during their time with the group.
+
+Long-term affiliation is not expected. The Knights accept that many will come and go, acting as allies when needed before moving on to their own paths. This flexible approach stems from their foundational understanding that Guardians' journeys are diverse and personal—some need guidance for a season, others for years, and some find their calling lies elsewhere entirely.
+
+## Philosophy and Code
+
+The Knights follow a simple yet strict behavioral code focused on honor and integrity. While the exact tenets are unwritten, they emphasize:
+
+- Aiding those in need whenever possible
+- Acting with honesty and respect  
+- Avoiding betrayal or unnecessary violence
+- Protecting life, though not at the cost of greater harm
+- Upholding the Light as a guiding force, but not as a restrictive doctrine
+
+Central to their philosophy is the teaching derived from the Nine's Prophecy: that the source of one's power—Light or Dark—matters less than how it is wielded and the intentions behind its use. This principle allows the Knights to operate with practical ethics rather than rigid ideological constraints, accepting members who draw from various power sources while maintaining their commitment to protection and service.
+
+## Structure
+
+The Knights lack a rigid hierarchy. Veteran members and prominent figures may be colloquially referred to as "Commanders" or "Captains," but authority is based on respect and proven leadership rather than formal rank.
+
+A council of elder Knights loosely coordinates broader efforts, but operational autonomy is common. Cells of Knights may form and disband organically based on mission needs. This decentralized structure reflects their founding principle that effective Guardian work often requires flexibility and adaptation rather than bureaucratic oversight.
+
+## Grey-Operations
+
+Though the Knights strive to operate within the Light, historical necessity has led to occasional grey-operations. These missions often involve morally ambiguous tactics or cooperation with unconventional allies. Such actions are viewed as regrettable necessities, not standard practice.
+
+The Knights' willingness to conduct such operations stems from their commitment to practical ethics—sometimes protecting the innocent or preventing greater harm requires actions that fall outside traditional Guardian doctrine. These operations are kept discreet and are subject to internal debate and oversight.
+
+## The Rogue Vex Mind
+
+One of the Knights' most closely guarded secrets is their alliance with a rogue Vex mind, housed deep within their hidden operations center. This entity functions as a tactical overseer and advisor, its existence known only to a very few high-ranking or long-serving Knights. Its analytical prowess has proven invaluable for mission planning and coordination.
+
+The Vex mind is fully severed from the greater Vex network and operates under strict containment protocols. Whether its allegiance is based on true independence or enigmatic motives remains a subject of internal debate. The relationship represents the Knights' pragmatic approach to alliances—accepting aid from unexpected sources when it serves their protective mission, while maintaining appropriate caution and oversight.
+
+## Public Perception
+
+To outsiders, the Knights of the Coalition are seen as a noble but enigmatic force. Their actions inspire both admiration and suspicion, particularly among more rigid factions like the Vanguard, who view their decentralized nature and history of grey-operations with caution.
+
+Nevertheless, when the Knights arrive on a battlefield or in a crisis zone, their presence is almost always welcomed. Their reputation for effective action and genuine care for those they protect has earned them respect across diverse Guardian communities.
+
+## Educational Mission
+
+At the heart of the Knights' operations lies their educational mission. They have developed comprehensive frameworks for New Light training that address not only practical combat skills and Light manipulation, but also:
+
+- Philosophical guidance on the nature of Light, Dark, and personal choice
+- Tactical education for complex threat environments
+- Psychological support for the trauma inherent in Guardian life
+- Ethical frameworks for navigating moral ambiguity
+- Understanding of the fragility and importance of the Ghost bond
+
+This educational approach sets them apart from other Guardian organizations and reflects their founding experience as New Lights who faced these challenges without adequate support.
+
+## Conclusion
+
+The Knights of the Coalition stand as an embodiment of honor in a universe fraught with darkness. Open to all yet bound by their code, they continue to fight for those who cannot, walking the line between Light and shadow as necessity demands. Their commitment to education, practical ethics, and flexible service has created a unique space in the Guardian community—one that values individual growth and choice while maintaining unwavering dedication to protection and service.
+
+Born from the recognition that Guardians need more than power to succeed—they need understanding, support, and the wisdom to navigate an complex universe—the Knights represent an evolution in Guardian organization, one built on experience, compassion, and the hard-learned lessons of those who have walked the path before.