The Bene Gesserit Are Girlbossing to Power
Briefly

Dune: Prophecy, HBO's prequel to Denis Villeneuve's movies, unpacks the origin story of the Bene Gesserit, a sect wielding mysticism and genetic science to navigate galactic power.
"You wish to serve the great houses and shape the flow of power," Valya Harkonnen proclaims. "You must first exert power over yourself," emphasizing the importance of self-mastery in their quest for influence.
"Our hands are poised on the levers of power, yet our grasp on it is still fragile," Valya expresses. This highlights the precarious nature of their ambition amidst political intricacies.
As the series unveils the early sect in imposing gothic attire, it blends sci-fi with medieval aesthetics, showcasing a powerful yet complex struggle for supremacy.
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