In literature, “sapient” is deployed in a variety of nuanced ways—sometimes to convey genuine wisdom or erudition, and at other moments with a tongue-in-cheek irony. Authors employ the term to mark characters or beings whose thoughtful or commanding presence sets them apart, as seen when a ruler or foreman is described in elevated terms [1, 2, 3]. In contrast, the word can be used facetiously to underscore a pretentious display of intellect or to echo social commentary on the nature of wisdom, as when critics or even servants are addressed with its ironic flourish [4, 5]. Additionally, its application extends beyond mere human attributes, evoking broader, sometimes allegorical qualities in diverse contexts—from poetic evocations of power to satirical depictions of self-important behavior [6, 7, 8].