," Beranabus murmurs, face crinkling. "Most humans know nothing of true warfare. They wage their silly territorial battles, kill each other ruthlessly and freely, and consider themselves experts on war and suffering. But the real war has always been ahead of them, unseen, unimagined. Enemies who can't be killed by normal weapons, who have their base in an alternate universe, who are interested only in slaughtering every living being on the face of the planet.
by Darren Shan
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In Darren Shan's "Demon Apocalypse," the character Beranabus expresses a frustrating perspective on humanity's understanding of warfare. He believes that people are oblivious to the larger, more significant conflicts that exist beyond their comprehension. The petty wars and conflicts humans engage in are mere child's play compared to the real enemies that truly threaten existence. These unseen foes operate from an alternate universe and have a singular goal of destruction, rendering typical human weapons useless against them.

This quote highlights the arrogance of human beings who consider themselves knowledgeable about suffering and war. Beranabus suggests that their experiences are limited and that they overlook the greater horrors that lie ahead. The contrast between human conflicts and the larger, invisible war that draws nearer emphasizes a theme of ignorance and the inherent danger of underestimating threats that are not immediately visible. This insight encourages readers to reflect on what they understand about conflict and the true nature of the battles that may lie beyond their perception.

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