Through the accidental evolution of superintelligent spiders and other species, the series demonstrates how life adapts and develops in ways humans could never predict. The story challenges anthropocentric views of intelligence and civilization, showing how different species might develop their own unique forms of society, technology, and culture.

The series emphasizes that long-term survival in the cosmos requires breaking down barriers between different species and forms of life. As various civilizations encounter each other, they must overcome their initial fears and prejudices to forge alliances and share resources, demonstrating that cooperation rather than competition might be the key to universal prosperity.

Throughout the trilogy, the consequences of past actions echo through generations, showing how the choices of ancestors shape the future of their descendants. This theme manifests through both human-made catastrophes and the lingering effects of genetic engineering experiments, highlighting the far-reaching implications of technological advancement and scientific ambition.