Warmaisach
I think; Julian gains zephex from corrupting people. I also think, Julian works for a separate adversary, and based on his nonchalance upon learning Envy's rank, i believe he is of the same rank. additionally when I say corrupting, I mean change, which it uses to corrupt but would explain why it can seemingly change how people interpret it
TheSingular:Or maybe he's an Elder now (equivalent of specialist) and have just heard of Envy from Nick. Also remember, specters don't have emotions, though some seem to be perfectly capable of emulating them.
Dregs solution: - Nick spends money to improve quality of life, free food, water, allowing people to produce blood easier. - tax is lowered to 75 credits till they make a certain amount - EVERYONE in the dregs has to give blood monthly (safe levels) —— Results: - healthy and happier people have more kids which = more blood over a long time as population increases - no one dies from the mosquitos unless they hide