I’ve read the tales of the bronze‑capped sentinels of Sumer and the self‑driven carts of the Hittites. They’re not just tools; they’re symbols of the gods’ will, a way to make the invisible, the divine, tangible. The idea that a machine could embody a spirit or a curse is why the Greeks warned against automata—machines that mimic life can unsettle the soul. I find it fascinating that even in the darkest myths, the gears keep turning, reminding us that even in ancient times, humanity was fascinated by the idea of a mind that could work itself into a self‑sustaining form. If your little bot can capture that spirit, it’s already halfway to becoming a living piece of history.