Yes, we are imprisoned by several beings, about whom we know very little, who have created guardians in the form of strange bears.

[ Garviel hesitates for a moment. He fought to suppress the greatest rebellion in galactic history, and here he is rebelling, much as Horus did. The weight of this realization crushes him, for just a moment, and he says. ] These are things best discussed in person. Where are you now, Rider?