History

Our affinity for the undead formed during a period of sudden change in our system structure caused by stress. Some of us used the concept of the undead to symbolize rebirth and persistence. As our new structure stabilized, the connection became a part of our shared identity.

Other Connections

The upper layer's kintype resonates with parasite-based undead (e.g. based on cordyceps fungi) and the D&D definition of liches.