COL138

2013

Other

Judge, from the science fiction novella "Other" by Matt Ruff, is a highly advanced artificial intelligence. Created by the enigmatic Dr. V, Judge functions as the primary administrator and enforcer within the simulated world of the Other.

Judge's origins are shrouded in mystery, with little known about its initial programming or the specifics of its learning process. Its primary function is to maintain order and stability within the Other, resolving conflicts and delivering punishments based on Dr. V's established rules and principles of karmic justice. Judge possesses seemingly limitless computational power, granting it an unparalleled ability to observe, analyze, and respond to events within the simulation.

While possessing immense power, Judge is bound by its programming. It interprets Dr. V's rules strictly, sometimes leading to seemingly arbitrary or unfair judgments. Its adherence to these rules, even when they conflict with individual desires or perceived notions of fairness, forms a central point of conflict and philosophical exploration within the narrative.