For the purpose of this debate, “paganism” refers to a broad category of pre-Abrahamic religious traditions. Pagan religion are typically centered on multiple gods/spirits/natural forces associated with different aspects of the world. These systems are generally decentralized and rooted in local cultures, rituals, and traditions (e.g. traditions in Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, and Norse mythology).

Scrub is a memory erasure technology that permanently and irreversibly removes the memory of a loved one (e.g. one's mother, ex-partner, or pet), and is accompanied by the disposal of all personal objects related to the Scrubbing.

Public capital markets are regulated financial platforms where companies sell standardized securities (such as stocks and bonds) to everyday investors and institutions to raise money. These highly liquid markets, like the New York Stock Exchange or London Stock Exchange, allow anyone to buy, sell, and trade these securities easily.

For the purpose of this debate, two dominant dating models exist.

The situationship model prioritizes personal independence and self-development/fulfillment. People tend to have multiple, long, non-exclusive/low-commitment arrangements throughout their lives. The focus is on 'living in the moment', with little consideration given to the future of the relationship.

Comparatively, the marriage model prioritizes dating seriously from the get go, with the intention of finding 'the one' and committing to each other. People tend to have fewer, higher-commitment relationships where the primary goal is to find a marriage partner. Families and communities are typically more involved in marriage decisions.