Scenario: Growing Exotic Animals

Growing Exotic Animals • Mid-future pessimistic scenario

Hunting endangered species has always been a thrill of the top 1%. Thanks to genetic cloning, animals are created for the sole purpose of killing them for millions of dollars in private safari hunting parks. The cloning takes mere months, and zoos made generous donations of iced cell banks of species such as leopards, rhinoceroses, and gorillas. Meanwhile, efforts to protect these species in the wild have diminished due to environmental changes and lack of funds, forcing the privileged few to keep their practice out of the public eye. From: The HuntTM To: wilson@trillionaires.com

Dear Mr. Wilson, Thank you for your interest in The Hunt™ and our spectacular experiences of hunting the rarest of species—animals that may be near extinction or extinct in the rest of the world. It’s truly an unmatched experience you’ll only find at our park. You asked about the species currently available, and I’m happy to report that our animals are exclusively made to order. The cloning process takes about five months, and we usually wait until the animal has reached maturity before releasing it into the safari. While this requires some planning on your side (hunting experiences are typically booked two to five years in advance, depending on the animal), we have found that mature animals increase the challenge of the hunt, making for a much more enjoyable experience. Hunting immature animals is generally discouraged, although exceptions are sometimes made for inexperienced hunters (such as father-and-son hunting outings). Please let me know if you have any further questions. I am happy to assist in any way I can.

Sincerely, Jeb | The Hunt™ | It’s just you against nature.