Retrovirus

The name sounded cool. But it was without substance. In the absence of any readily available schematic, we were forced to make it up along the way. But that's not what's important now - what I really need is a Flow - and them is few and far between, especially when the drugs didn't mix right.

Im Mortality

What it is a thing to witness - the birth of life and onset of death - give me immortality now.
For every rocket that exploded out of your atmosphere, there were a few dozen that never amounted to anything - celebrate those as well. If more than a few dozen, do not despair - he/she who never fires rockets is sadder still.
Act as you would have them act towards you - wear as many hats as possible.
Be as vague as possible in order to simulate boundless wisdom.