Editing Architect Theory (section)

== History ==
The theory predates the switch to modern Finder terminology. Hundreds of texts were written on the subject, including [[List of Books#Procession into Dream|Procession into Dream]]. In 1953, the book [[List of Books#Whim and Vigour|Whim and Vigour]] was highly critical of the concept.<ref name=":1" /> By the time [[Hazel]] returned from her century-long journey and revolutionized Finding, the theory had largely been dismissed by the community.<ref name=":0" />

In the modern day, the theory is considered entirely niche and debunked, but it remains a useful shorthand for the very real fact that certain [[Lost]] seem to hold a special prominence.<ref>We will also avoid wasting page space on niche philosophy and considerations, such as the Dreamer Traditionalist, Absurdist, Giant Head, and Disintegrating Reality notions.  Some small mention is made of the Architect theory but this is largely due to the fact that it forms a tidy shorthand for referencing those key figures so many Finders encounter in their travels.  - [[List of Books#100 Years Lost|''100 Years Lost'']], excerpted in [https://palewebserial.wordpress.com/2021/12/25/spoilers-16-3-100y/ 16.4 Bonus: 100 Years Lost]</ref><ref name=":0" />
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