As we near the end of the world as we know it, it's time to focus on the big picture: building the ultimate Doomsday Device! A machine that will save humanity from certain doom (or bring about a new era of post-apocalyptic bliss, depending on your perspective).
Time is of the essence. The clock is ticking. The clock is always ticking. Don't bother checking, just assume it's ticking.
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