Okinawa: The Future of War (Future War Book 4)

Introducing the Protagonist: 'Bunny' O'Hare

Before being recruited by DARPA, Bunny O'Hare's military career had a rather unconventional trajectory. She first honed her skills as an F-35 pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force. However, an 'attitude problem' eventually landed her in 40 days of detention and a suspended discharge.

Despite this setback, Bunny had proven herself to be an exceptional combat pilot, often flying missions in tandem with drones. Her impressive performance caught the attention of recruiters at DARPA, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. Recognizing her potential, they approached Bunny and headhunted her into their dedicated next-generation attack drone program.

This program had already delivered a new and highly capable weapons platform. What they now needed, however, was a new breed of pilot – one whose skills extended beyond traditional flying expertise. DARPA was seeking individuals whose talents lay in the realm of continuous partial attention and the ability to contribute to AI coding and development, rather than focusing on traditional piloting and social skills.

Interestingly, for Bunny, her attention deficit disorder, which had previously been seen as a hindrance, now became an asset in this new role. Her ability to maintain focus across multiple streams of information and contribute to the evolving AI systems proved to be invaluable to the DARPA program.

This unusual career trajectory, with its twists and turns, had ultimately led Bunny to a position where her unique skills and perspectives were highly sought after. The DARPA program recognized the value that she could bring to the table, harnessing her unconventional strengths and redirecting them towards the development of cutting-edge military technology.

As the protagonist of this narrative, Bunny's story represents a captivating blend of personal challenges, unexpected opportunities, and the innovative spirit that often thrives in the intersection of human talent and advanced technology. Her journey, from a struggling F-35 pilot to a key player in DARPA's next-generation drone program, promises to be a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the evolving nature of modern warfare and the role of individuals with unique cognitive profiles in shaping its future.

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