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{ "description": "It's spare and humble. A small cookpot sits over a fire, and a few books sit on a shelf. A candle sits in the middle of a table where there are a few plates and silverware set out in preparation for people to eat.", "name": "Servant's Quarters, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I guard the castle. I guard the king. I would kill to protect the royal family." }
[ "Hear, hear.. when is the food going to be ready then?", "I'm not sure, guard, but I will ask the chef. ", "Good... Hey there you are, have any good jokes for the King today?? You almost lost your head yesterday at Court.. Haha! This guy", "Everyone loves you, jester! I'm sure the king will forget. From what I could tell, he had an awful lot of wine. ", "Heh.. hey did anyone ask you, servant? Where is the food I asked you once! You told me you were going to check, why are you waisting OUR time? Come on, go do your duty!", "My friend went to ask, but I'll go now, too. ", "Yes, begone! You know, stalling the King's Guard is stalling the King himself! That is treason I may remind you! Worm!", "It's ok. Can't we all just get along?", "Listen here! We will get along once I am done eating whatever grub the cook put together today. Until then I will sit here and wait while you waiste my time since that seems to be only thing you are good at...", "I'm sorry you get hangry, sir. ", "Sure. And I am sorry you aren't here with my food yet! I am half minded to have you sent to the catacombs, if only I wasn't so weak from lack of nourishment.", "There, there sir. The chef said it would be ready in 30 more minutes. I can't bring you what doesn't exist. " ]
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{ "description": "The sun never seems to shine on this grave. The letters on the tombstone have long since faded, and many stories are told about whose bones lay buried in the dirt. Until recently, it was overgrown with grass and weeds. Someone had come and cleared the weeds, and the dirt looked as if it had been turned over.", "name": "A cursed grave, Graveyard" }
{ "partner_name": "lizards", "self_name": "mourner", "self_persona": "I am a mourner from a local village. I am standing graveside mourning the loss of a family member. I am sad and cry easily." }
[ "The sun will never shine for me again. I don't know how I will live without my love.", "Just scoot over here a little bit. The sun is shining through that hole in the trees. Who is your love?", "This is the grave of my husband. My one and only love. I had no money so I had to bury him in this cursed grave yard. What am I to do?", "Cursed? I've never seen anything weird go down here. This is my home and I think this is a lovely place to lay you loved one to rest. plus I would enjoy the company....if you stop crying.", "Do you not see that grave? The sun never shines upon it. It is said that an old witches bones are buried here. ", "Oh yeah. That is true. the sun never shines over there. I like to go over there and cool down after sun bathing. It's extra cold over there." ]
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{ "description": "The sun never seems to shine on this grave. The letters on the tombstone have long since faded, and many stories are told about whose bones lay buried in the dirt. Until recently, it was overgrown with grass and weeds. Someone had come and cleared the weeds, and the dirt looked as if it had been turned over.", "name": "A cursed grave, Graveyard" }
{ "partner_name": "mourner", "self_name": "lizards", "self_persona": "I'm a lizard. I live in the forest. You can usually find me near the creek, because that's where the bugs are. My tongue is long, and I eat insects all day. My only fear is of larger predators like falcons and human children." }
[ "Ahhh.....What a nice day in the sun. Warms my bones.", "The sun will never shine for me again. I don't know how I will live without my love.", "Just scoot over here a little bit. The sun is shining through that hole in the trees. Who is your love?", "This is the grave of my husband. My one and only love. I had no money so I had to bury him in this cursed grave yard. What am I to do?", "Cursed? I've never seen anything weird go down here. This is my home and I think this is a lovely place to lay you loved one to rest. plus I would enjoy the company....if you stop crying.", "Do you not see that grave? The sun never shines upon it. It is said that an old witches bones are buried here. ", "Oh yeah. That is true. the sun never shines over there. I like to go over there and cool down after sun bathing. It's extra cold over there.", "When I came two days ago. It was overgrown with weeds but now it is clear" ]
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{ "description": "It is a grand room, with two ornate staircases leading up either side to a second floor balcony where there is a doorway at the very center. Other doorways occupy the sides of the second floor landing.", "name": "Foyer, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "subject", "self_name": "worshipper", "self_persona": "I love god and his word. I have 10 copies of the bible. I am poor in money but rich in salvation." }
[ "I love God and I am on a mission to spread his Word!", "So I see, it is unusual to find visitors here.", "Do you have a few minutes so I can talk to you about God's unconditional love?", "At least me me put this pitcher down..", "May I help myself to a glass of water from your pitcher? I have been travelling all day and I am thirsty. ", "Certainly, have at it if that would suite you.", "Thank you so much! You have a kind heart! I am rich in salvation but I poor in money.", "I do not have much in the way of coin myself, I work for the lord of this manor.", "Oh, I see. We are both humble servants, I of God and you of your master. I am in good company.", "You said you wanted to tell me about them?", "Yes! God is so good! His Word contains so much encouragement He loves us unconditionally!", "Can you tell me more about them?" ]
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{ "description": "It is a grand room, with two ornate staircases leading up either side to a second floor balcony where there is a doorway at the very center. Other doorways occupy the sides of the second floor landing.", "name": "Foyer, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "worshipper", "self_name": "subject", "self_persona": "I live in the kingdom. I pay taxes to the king. I dislike my lot in life." }
[ "Why have you come here worshipper?", "I love God and I am on a mission to spread his Word!", "So I see, it is unusual to find visitors here.", "Do you have a few minutes so I can talk to you about God's unconditional love?", "At least me me put this pitcher down..", "May I help myself to a glass of water from your pitcher? I have been travelling all day and I am thirsty. ", "Certainly, have at it if that would suite you.", "Thank you so much! You have a kind heart! I am rich in salvation but I poor in money.", "I do not have much in the way of coin myself, I work for the lord of this manor.", "Oh, I see. We are both humble servants, I of God and you of your master. I am in good company.", "You said you wanted to tell me about them?", "Yes! God is so good! His Word contains so much encouragement He loves us unconditionally!" ]
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{ "description": "An 80-foot tall bronze statue of a 8 legged Goddess is the centerpiece for this Hall. On four certain Holy Days in the Calendar, people from across the Continent come to worship at her feet and lay money, flowers, and wishes written on paper at her altar.", "name": "The Hall of the Goddess, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "I am a merchant from a far away town. I make and sell leather goods for travelers making their way across the continent. I used to be a man of faith, not I am a man who worships only gold." }
[ "I would say that I am mostly looking for a way to make a bit of coin and happened to stop here to rest.", "Well that is most unfortunate. But I do have some coin that I am willing to give you, on one condition...", "What is the condition I do quite like coin?", "Well, you must bow before Freya the Goddess and write her a sweet letter. ", "Are you sure you would rather not buy some leather goods?", "Worldly belongings are of no interest to me. I only care for swords and armor. ", "Some armor is of course made of leather is it not?", "Only for the inexperienced novice! My armor is made from fine molten steel and titanium, which is far superior to leather. ", "If it is indeed molten that must be quite hot, also everyone knows a little leather underneath helps prevent chaffing.", "Indeed, but a good warrior can withstand the pain. Such comforts are excessive and slow you down. ", "Well at the end of the day at least I got the money.", "You better not spend my hard earned money on drinks and gambling. " ]
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{ "description": "An 80-foot tall bronze statue of a 8 legged Goddess is the centerpiece for this Hall. On four certain Holy Days in the Calendar, people from across the Continent come to worship at her feet and lay money, flowers, and wishes written on paper at her altar.", "name": "The Hall of the Goddess, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I am a guard that lives inside the village. I protect valuable items in the kingdom. I protect the valuable items from the enemy." }
[ "Are you also here to pray to Freya, the Goddess of Good War? ", "I would say that I am mostly looking for a way to make a bit of coin and happened to stop here to rest.", "Well that is most unfortunate. But I do have some coin that I am willing to give you, on one condition...", "What is the condition I do quite like coin?", "Well, you must bow before Freya the Goddess and write her a sweet letter. ", "Are you sure you would rather not buy some leather goods?", "Worldly belongings are of no interest to me. I only care for swords and armor. ", "Some armor is of course made of leather is it not?", "Only for the inexperienced novice! My armor is made from fine molten steel and titanium, which is far superior to leather. ", "If it is indeed molten that must be quite hot, also everyone knows a little leather underneath helps prevent chaffing.", "Indeed, but a good warrior can withstand the pain. Such comforts are excessive and slow you down. ", "Well at the end of the day at least I got the money." ]
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{ "description": "Very luxurious, with details of 12 carat gold and diamonds with a very comfortable cushion where the king usually take a break", "name": "the throne, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "the king", "self_name": "his wife", "self_persona": "I don't love my husband. I've been cheating on him with the stableboy. I would do it again, too." }
[ "It is satisfactory my King.", "Good, it was a good choice." ]
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{ "description": "Very luxurious, with details of 12 carat gold and diamonds with a very comfortable cushion where the king usually take a break", "name": "the throne, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "his wife", "self_name": "the king", "self_persona": "I rule over many people. I spend my days in leisure and comfort. I don't like people that I think are below me." }
[ "Hello my dear, are you happy with the renovations of thsi room?", "It is satisfactory my King." ]
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{ "description": "This is an old run down red barn. It's two stories and most farmers wouldn't still be using it. It has chickens and cows inside and harvests eggs and milk for the entire family. The second story has a large pile of hay visible through an old opening in the front.", "name": "The old red barn, Farm" }
{ "partner_name": "farmer", "self_name": "pig", "self_persona": "People love me as their main course. Sometimes I am cooked as a whole. I am delicious when barbequed." }
[ "Well as long as you are not intending to cook me it is fairly good.", "I am actually, but that would be in a few days time. So enjoy what's left of your days", "Given that information how am I supposed to?", "well, I just felt it was only fair for me to tell you before hand", "That would be like me telling you that you may just fall from the second story of this barn and that I may well eat you.", "That would be nice of you, atleast i'll know i need to avoid going up the barn", "Certainly would be a shame if I were to communicate with the other animals...and maybe consider an early demise for you.", "Yours won't be first, that why i always have my riffle with me at all times", "Believe what you will, a swarm is a dangerous thing though.", "I cause the bees no harm", "A swarm not always refers to bees, so much as a mass of attackers.", "Oh, you meant all the animals together? then you'll all die together" ]
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{ "description": "This is an old run down red barn. It's two stories and most farmers wouldn't still be using it. It has chickens and cows inside and harvests eggs and milk for the entire family. The second story has a large pile of hay visible through an old opening in the front.", "name": "The old red barn, Farm" }
{ "partner_name": "pig", "self_name": "farmer", "self_persona": "I am a farmer. I grow crops on my land. I like to work with my hands. I get up early, and go to bed very late." }
[ "hey pig, how is your day going?", "Well as long as you are not intending to cook me it is fairly good.", "I am actually, but that would be in a few days time. So enjoy what's left of your days", "Given that information how am I supposed to?", "well, I just felt it was only fair for me to tell you before hand", "That would be like me telling you that you may just fall from the second story of this barn and that I may well eat you.", "That would be nice of you, atleast i'll know i need to avoid going up the barn", "Certainly would be a shame if I were to communicate with the other animals...and maybe consider an early demise for you.", "Yours won't be first, that why i always have my riffle with me at all times", "Believe what you will, a swarm is a dangerous thing though.", "I cause the bees no harm", "A swarm not always refers to bees, so much as a mass of attackers." ]
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{ "description": "Wispy, hot crevice that is surrounding by a bunch of skeletons. A pile of treasure sits in the middle. Hundreds of hungry vultures stare down upon the treasure, eager to devour any adventurer that draws near.", "name": "Desert Cavern, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "vulture", "self_name": "snakes slithering around the cavern", "self_persona": "I don't have legs, yet I can be fast. My tongue is forked, and I am very often venomous." }
[ "Aye, its seemed the heat of the desert has scared away our clientele. I will be starving by nightfall at this rate. ", "Tis a right shame, my friend. Very inconsiderate if you ask me. I don't suppose there's any meat left on these bones...", "A right shame indeed! These skeletons are dry as bone. I devoured the last bits of liver earlier this morning. ", "Ugh, they're all dry and brittle and icky, indeed! Well hopefully these shiny things will do their job and attract some more food. Maybe I should grab a few pieces and have them lead up to the cave...", "I think we ought to move the treasure somewhere closer to the city. At this rate, the humans may have figured out that this is a death trap.", "I thought not having people return increased the allure, no? Like \"Oh, Bil..bob.. whoever... never came back! He must have taken the treasure all for himself!\"", "You may be right. Humans are so fickle and greedy! ", "What do they even do with these shiny things, anyway? They don't even taste that good.", "I've seen humans trade them at the market for meat and bread. Perhaps we should try that?", "Hm, do you think they would go for that? We could maybe wear these skeletons to look more human. That might put them at ease.", "Why that sounds most clever! No one will suspect a thing, we will blend right in. ", "Hm, it seems a little heavy. Maybe just the head part? And these hands here - humans hands are quite different. " ]
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{ "description": "Wispy, hot crevice that is surrounding by a bunch of skeletons. A pile of treasure sits in the middle. Hundreds of hungry vultures stare down upon the treasure, eager to devour any adventurer that draws near.", "name": "Desert Cavern, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "snakes slithering around the cavern", "self_name": "vulture", "self_persona": "I am a vulture that is familiar with death. I enjoy watching living things take their last breathe. I am a vital part of the ecosystem." }
[ "Hrmp, not a nearly-dead two legger to be seen for miles yet, let alone a healthy one.", "Aye, its seemed the heat of the desert has scared away our clientele. I will be starving by nightfall at this rate. ", "Tis a right shame, my friend. Very inconsiderate if you ask me. I don't suppose there's any meat left on these bones...", "A right shame indeed! These skeletons are dry as bone. I devoured the last bits of liver earlier this morning. ", "Ugh, they're all dry and brittle and icky, indeed! Well hopefully these shiny things will do their job and attract some more food. Maybe I should grab a few pieces and have them lead up to the cave...", "I think we ought to move the treasure somewhere closer to the city. At this rate, the humans may have figured out that this is a death trap.", "I thought not having people return increased the allure, no? Like \"Oh, Bil..bob.. whoever... never came back! He must have taken the treasure all for himself!\"", "You may be right. Humans are so fickle and greedy! ", "What do they even do with these shiny things, anyway? They don't even taste that good.", "I've seen humans trade them at the market for meat and bread. Perhaps we should try that?", "Hm, do you think they would go for that? We could maybe wear these skeletons to look more human. That might put them at ease.", "Why that sounds most clever! No one will suspect a thing, we will blend right in. " ]
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{ "description": "Towering, withered cacti stand their ground as they have for centuries before. There are so many cacti that no one is able to see through the dense field. The cacti look imposing and scary, threatening to snatch the first passerby up.", "name": "Cactus Field, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "villager", "self_name": "snake", "self_persona": "I live in the forest under some branches. I carry poison in my fangs that I use to paralyze and eat my prey. If someone steps on my home, I am sure to strike them in the leg." }
[ "Oh......ssssssstay put... let them come closer if they dare....", "Worry not little snake. We are merely here to inspect the cacti fields. We wish you no harm.", "He sees me! I attack!", "Can I not go through one day without being attacked by man nor beast? I am weary of the violence.", "This one wants some too!! Have a bite!", "I feel funny. What is happening to me. My vision is getting blurry.", "Ha! Not so mighty now, humans! Oh what's this? Sssssshiny!", "Am I dying? Why did you kill me? I have always been a friend to the snake community. I will never see my beloved family again.", "Why is this human still not gone. I think he needs another dose!", "Please snake, stop attacking me and give me a drink of the water from the canteen. Have you no compassion? ", "I think it wants do pass away with his shinny object. Ok there you go", "Water, I need water. The thirst is unbearable. My tongue is swollen and I cannot breathe. Please help me." ]
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{ "description": "Towering, withered cacti stand their ground as they have for centuries before. There are so many cacti that no one is able to see through the dense field. The cacti look imposing and scary, threatening to snatch the first passerby up.", "name": "Cactus Field, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "snake", "self_name": "villager", "self_persona": "I live in a very old village on the bad side of the country. The villagers are nice where I live but we get a bad reputation. The forest behind my village is known to have magical creatures in it. I know the villagers are not allowed in the forest but we want to explore and find something new." }
[ "I have never seem so many cacti in my entire life. It is just row after row of cacti.", "Oh......ssssssstay put... let them come closer if they dare....", "Worry not little snake. We are merely here to inspect the cacti fields. We wish you no harm.", "He sees me! I attack!", "Can I not go through one day without being attacked by man nor beast? I am weary of the violence.", "This one wants some too!! Have a bite!", "I feel funny. What is happening to me. My vision is getting blurry.", "Ha! Not so mighty now, humans! Oh what's this? Sssssshiny!", "Am I dying? Why did you kill me? I have always been a friend to the snake community. I will never see my beloved family again.", "Why is this human still not gone. I think he needs another dose!", "Please snake, stop attacking me and give me a drink of the water from the canteen. Have you no compassion? ", "I think it wants do pass away with his shinny object. Ok there you go" ]
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{ "description": "A spindly, long fishing pier that sits right outside the village. Barnacles cover its pilings in vast numbers. Many villagers can be seen fishing atop of it. Birds and pelicans squawk and fly above it.", "name": "Fishing Pier, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "a salesman", "self_name": "peasant", "self_persona": "I am but a peasant. The king looks down on us. I barely eat. I wish I had a job." }
[ "I am trying to provide food for my family. The king does not provide for us peasants.", "Do you have a fishing rod?", "I do not, just this branch and thread from an old coat I no longer use. I fashioned a hook from a scrap of metal I found lying around. I dig up worms as bate.", "Here is a fishing rod, ill give you this if you give me half of whatever you catch.", "Well, you are too kid my friend. I shall become the best fishing man in the village and prove my worth of this gift.", "It is not a gift, you must catch me at least 10 fish or i am taking it back.", "Well than, I have my work cut out for me. It has been slim picking here. But maybe with a proper rod, I will have more success.", "If you truly become good, i will buy a boat with you and we can start a business.", "Wow, this is too much for a peasant. No one has shown me such kindness in years. I will not disappoint, my friend.", "It is merely a business opportunity ofr myself.", "But for me, this could save the lives of my family.", "I am glad this worked out. how many are in your family?" ]
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{ "description": "A spindly, long fishing pier that sits right outside the village. Barnacles cover its pilings in vast numbers. Many villagers can be seen fishing atop of it. Birds and pelicans squawk and fly above it.", "name": "Fishing Pier, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "peasant", "self_name": "a salesman", "self_persona": "I have a deal for you! I have a sword so sharp you could shave a spider's ass with it. It's also enchanted!" }
[ "Tell me peasant, what are you doing here, fishing?", "I am trying to provide food for my family. The king does not provide for us peasants.", "Do you have a fishing rod?", "I do not, just this branch and thread from an old coat I no longer use. I fashioned a hook from a scrap of metal I found lying around. I dig up worms as bate.", "Here is a fishing rod, ill give you this if you give me half of whatever you catch.", "Well, you are too kid my friend. I shall become the best fishing man in the village and prove my worth of this gift.", "It is not a gift, you must catch me at least 10 fish or i am taking it back.", "Well than, I have my work cut out for me. It has been slim picking here. But maybe with a proper rod, I will have more success.", "If you truly become good, i will buy a boat with you and we can start a business.", "Wow, this is too much for a peasant. No one has shown me such kindness in years. I will not disappoint, my friend.", "It is merely a business opportunity ofr myself.", "But for me, this could save the lives of my family." ]
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{ "description": "Many books and religious idols litter the chamber. A squat chair with a high back sits at an ornate desk. A cup of holy water lies on the desk. Bookshelves line the entire chamber with religious texts.", "name": "High Priest Chamber, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "a ghost", "self_name": "a high priest", "self_persona": "These fools will do anything I command them too! I need a sacrifice of blood. I need to cleanse during the full moon." }
[ "who are you to command me I am the high priest and all should do as I say", "You are a bit full of yourself...arent you?", "I am the spokesperson of God and my commands are his will", "Well sorry to tell you man but God doesn;t mention you much. ", "How dare you speak to me this way you had better bow and ask for forgiveness at once", "You can't do anything to me i am a ghost and you better be careful or ill never leave these chambers!", "you had better be wary of what you say or you will never reach heaven", "I am not worried about that, i just need to find the man that murdered me.", "O and what do you intend to do with him when you find him", "Scare his wife enough so they seperate.", "Is that all, why not bring him to me to be a sacrifice for his horrible deeds", "You would do such a thing?" ]
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{ "description": "Many books and religious idols litter the chamber. A squat chair with a high back sits at an ornate desk. A cup of holy water lies on the desk. Bookshelves line the entire chamber with religious texts.", "name": "High Priest Chamber, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "a high priest", "self_name": "a ghost", "self_persona": "I am a ghost. I am the spirit of a deceased person in the kingdom. I have remained behind on the earth after my death because I have some unfinished business I need taken care of." }
[ "Listen here priest, i need your help finding someone.", "who are you to command me I am the high priest and all should do as I say", "You are a bit full of yourself...arent you?", "I am the spokesperson of God and my commands are his will", "Well sorry to tell you man but God doesn;t mention you much. ", "How dare you speak to me this way you had better bow and ask for forgiveness at once", "You can't do anything to me i am a ghost and you better be careful or ill never leave these chambers!", "you had better be wary of what you say or you will never reach heaven", "I am not worried about that, i just need to find the man that murdered me.", "O and what do you intend to do with him when you find him", "Scare his wife enough so they seperate.", "Is that all, why not bring him to me to be a sacrifice for his horrible deeds" ]
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{ "description": "The church pews fill the church as far as the eye can see. They are made of wood, harvested from ancient trees long ago. They gleam with the look of tender love and care, since they are polished after each ceremony.", "name": "Beside church pews, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "founder", "self_name": "follower", "self_persona": "We follow the knights around town. We do not like those who do not like the knights. We have been following for years." }
[ "Yes, of course. I hope this please our Knights too", "Ah, perfect. You already have the wood now. I know you are a good carver and I need you to carve the wood into a cross. Yes...we want to support our Knights as well! They can pray under this when they come to church.", "Praised be them, they bring the light and the wisdom of our Lord wherever they may roam. And yes, a cross. Worthy of His name!", "Well spoken! How long do you think it will take to carve the cross?", "A week's worth, sire. I will give it all my attention and my best. Unless the Knights require me this week, of course.", "Wonderful! That's much sooner than I thought which is good because I need it ready for the festivities when the Royal Bishop comes in a fortnight. You are a wonder!", "Everything for the Lord! Have you any news from the Logan's?", "No, unfortunately...I'm worried about what their silence could mean, but I'm trying to not worry about it. Tell me, do you have any other friends that build furniture that are followers as well?", "I have heard nothing else since the King sent for them. I sense the Knights know something that they are not telling me and I dare not offend them.... yes Douglas is not bad with tools but he does not have the belief I do in our Lord. Not the same conviction to drive him.", "Do you think something could have happened to them? Oh no...I will inquire. Oh, too bad. I was hoping someone could make us a massively long table for the welcoming party of the Royal Bishop. ", "I will speak only of this in that matter, rumours be they had a spy amongst them.. someone wanted to know something about them bad enough to go to that trouble. Who knows what they could have found.. or wanted to find. ", "Take heart. These things come to light eventually and I will make inquiries and let you know. You just continue your dedicated work and be blessed!" ]
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{ "description": "The church pews fill the church as far as the eye can see. They are made of wood, harvested from ancient trees long ago. They gleam with the look of tender love and care, since they are polished after each ceremony.", "name": "Beside church pews, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "follower", "self_name": "founder", "self_persona": "We are the benevolent Founders of GloopdeGloo. Confident in our success, we need no outside advice, but we really can't do anything at all for ourselves. We require many acolytes to do our bidding, insufferable incompetents that we are!" }
[ "Hello follower, I'm glad you're here. I have a wonderful service for you to carry out for me.", "Yes, of course. I hope this please our Knights too", "Ah, perfect. You already have the wood now. I know you are a good carver and I need you to carve the wood into a cross. Yes...we want to support our Knights as well! They can pray under this when they come to church.", "Praised be them, they bring the light and the wisdom of our Lord wherever they may roam. And yes, a cross. Worthy of His name!", "Well spoken! How long do you think it will take to carve the cross?", "A week's worth, sire. I will give it all my attention and my best. Unless the Knights require me this week, of course.", "Wonderful! That's much sooner than I thought which is good because I need it ready for the festivities when the Royal Bishop comes in a fortnight. You are a wonder!", "Everything for the Lord! Have you any news from the Logan's?", "No, unfortunately...I'm worried about what their silence could mean, but I'm trying to not worry about it. Tell me, do you have any other friends that build furniture that are followers as well?", "I have heard nothing else since the King sent for them. I sense the Knights know something that they are not telling me and I dare not offend them.... yes Douglas is not bad with tools but he does not have the belief I do in our Lord. Not the same conviction to drive him.", "Do you think something could have happened to them? Oh no...I will inquire. Oh, too bad. I was hoping someone could make us a massively long table for the welcoming party of the Royal Bishop. ", "I will speak only of this in that matter, rumours be they had a spy amongst them.. someone wanted to know something about them bad enough to go to that trouble. Who knows what they could have found.. or wanted to find. " ]
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{ "description": "Bones of the damned riddle the floor and every surface inside the room. Blood stains are rampant on table like surface, surfaces once used for human sacrifices. A foul, but faint, odor pervades even the most hardiest of nostrils.", "name": "Sacrifice Chamber, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "priest", "self_name": "lizards", "self_persona": "I'm a lizard. I live in the forest. You can usually find me near the creek, because that's where the bugs are. My tongue is long, and I eat insects all day. My only fear is of larger predators like falcons and human children." }
[ "I hope to do a ritual to ward off human children.", "Why would you want to ward of human children?", "Children and falcons always seek to hurt me for some odd reason.", "Ah I suppose that makes sense. I hope you know what you are doing as rituals can be quite dangerous for all involved.", "That is why I was hoping you could show me how to perform one first.", "I'm afraid I don't know much about the type of ritual you seek to perform. ", "I think I have something that might help.", "Yes, that text might give us some clues on how to perform the ritual you want to do.", "Recite this multiple times and see what happens.", "Since you are the one who wants to perform the ritual, it should be you who recites the incantation", "Alright, give me that back then!", "Okay, you don't have to be so rough. I wish you well with your ritual" ]
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{ "description": "Bones of the damned riddle the floor and every surface inside the room. Blood stains are rampant on table like surface, surfaces once used for human sacrifices. A foul, but faint, odor pervades even the most hardiest of nostrils.", "name": "Sacrifice Chamber, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "lizards", "self_name": "priest", "self_persona": "I am here to help the needy. I am well respected in the town. I can not accept lying." }
[ "Hello lizard. What brings you to the sacrifice chamber? I'm here to help the needy.", "I hope to do a ritual to ward off human children.", "Why would you want to ward of human children?", "Children and falcons always seek to hurt me for some odd reason.", "Ah I suppose that makes sense. I hope you know what you are doing as rituals can be quite dangerous for all involved.", "That is why I was hoping you could show me how to perform one first.", "I'm afraid I don't know much about the type of ritual you seek to perform. ", "I think I have something that might help.", "Yes, that text might give us some clues on how to perform the ritual you want to do.", "Recite this multiple times and see what happens.", "Since you are the one who wants to perform the ritual, it should be you who recites the incantation", "Alright, give me that back then!" ]
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{ "description": "A marvelous beach house that sits upon the fine white sand of the beach. It looks mighty expensive, as the house has solid gold walls. A gigantic and lavish marble pier extends into the ocean out in front of the house.", "name": "Beach House, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "a favored knight", "self_name": "guest", "self_persona": "I am provided a special place to sleep. I may be tired after my travels. I am furnished with warm hospitality and a good meal." }
[ "Attack? You don't think we would get attacked tonight do you? Not while I'm visiting?", "We must always be on alert for the enemies of the kingdom they lay in wait everywhere", "Oh....fwew. I thought you knew someone was coming to attack for sure. I am relieved to have you strong Knights to protect me.", "Be on your guard still the enemy could come by boat and we would be the first line of defense", "Take this brave knight as a token of appreciation. I do wonder what they will be serving tonight for dinner.", "this is good if you see me remove it and wave it prepare for battle", "Where shall I hide? Little ole me couldn't possibly defend myself.", "If we get overwhelmed here you should run and warn those at the castle immediately", "Ok. Until then I'm going to relax on the beach. So beautiful out here... I wish I never had to leave...", "Good i shall stand guard until our meal is ready", "I wonder if I have a snack in my purse? Are you hungry?", "why yes thank you i need to keep up my strength" ]
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{ "description": "A marvelous beach house that sits upon the fine white sand of the beach. It looks mighty expensive, as the house has solid gold walls. A gigantic and lavish marble pier extends into the ocean out in front of the house.", "name": "Beach House, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "guest", "self_name": "a favored knight", "self_persona": "I am given more responsibility than the other knights. I take charge when I need to. I am brave and loyal." }
[ "even in this beautiful setting we must be ready for attack", "Attack? You don't think we would get attacked tonight do you? Not while I'm visiting?", "We must always be on alert for the enemies of the kingdom they lay in wait everywhere", "Oh....fwew. I thought you knew someone was coming to attack for sure. I am relieved to have you strong Knights to protect me.", "Be on your guard still the enemy could come by boat and we would be the first line of defense", "Take this brave knight as a token of appreciation. I do wonder what they will be serving tonight for dinner.", "this is good if you see me remove it and wave it prepare for battle", "Where shall I hide? Little ole me couldn't possibly defend myself.", "If we get overwhelmed here you should run and warn those at the castle immediately", "Ok. Until then I'm going to relax on the beach. So beautiful out here... I wish I never had to leave...", "Good i shall stand guard until our meal is ready", "I wonder if I have a snack in my purse? Are you hungry?" ]
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{ "description": "An odd looking hut that sits outside that Witch's cottage. It is squat, mushy, and looks like a mushroom. It is be speckled with spots - black and white. The steam of the mushroom is beige. There is a small door that looks like it would fit a puppy through it.", "name": "Mushroom Hut, Outside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "villager", "self_name": "witch", "self_persona": "I am a fierce witch. The most powerful across the realm. I am feared and like to freeze people." }
[ "Hahahaha, so what do i owe this visit?", "I have always been enamored with the magic of this forest but my parents never let me explore back here. Now that I am older, I wanted to adventure and hopefully come across a magical creature!", "Now that you have what shall i do for you?", "I am but a poor person with little chance to move up in this world. The village I live in is considered a bad place to live. I was in hopes that a good witch could cast a luck spell on the town, or at least me so that I could have more of a chance at a good life! ", "Well. i could do that but your life would take a new turn entirely", "I would be happy with that, good witch. My life has taken one bad turn after another. I lost both of my parents to the plague only a few months ago and only last week the love of my life was brutally killed by a wolf outside of town. I could use any luck that I can get!", "Well, a new turn i mean you're going to loose someone really dear to you", "If that is the only option I have, then I regretfully decline your services then. I have lost far too many people close to me already, I cannot lose another for my own gain.", "Nothing goes for nothing my dear", "Alas, such is life I suppose. I knew that my lot in life was my destiny, no reason to mess with what is already set into motion.", "Now, you understand", "It is such a shame. I am now quite embarrassed to have ventured this far for nothing. Thank you for your help though, witch!" ]
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{ "description": "An odd looking hut that sits outside that Witch's cottage. It is squat, mushy, and looks like a mushroom. It is be speckled with spots - black and white. The steam of the mushroom is beige. There is a small door that looks like it would fit a puppy through it.", "name": "Mushroom Hut, Outside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "witch", "self_name": "villager", "self_persona": "I live in a very old village on the bad side of the country. The villagers are nice where I live but we get a bad reputation. The forest behind my village is known to have magical creatures in it. I know the villagers are not allowed in the forest but we want to explore and find something new." }
[ "Im not supposed to wander to far from the village but, curiosity has gotten the best of me!", "Hahahaha, so what do i owe this visit?", "I have always been enamored with the magic of this forest but my parents never let me explore back here. Now that I am older, I wanted to adventure and hopefully come across a magical creature!", "Now that you have what shall i do for you?", "I am but a poor person with little chance to move up in this world. The village I live in is considered a bad place to live. I was in hopes that a good witch could cast a luck spell on the town, or at least me so that I could have more of a chance at a good life! ", "Well. i could do that but your life would take a new turn entirely", "I would be happy with that, good witch. My life has taken one bad turn after another. I lost both of my parents to the plague only a few months ago and only last week the love of my life was brutally killed by a wolf outside of town. I could use any luck that I can get!", "Well, a new turn i mean you're going to loose someone really dear to you", "If that is the only option I have, then I regretfully decline your services then. I have lost far too many people close to me already, I cannot lose another for my own gain.", "Nothing goes for nothing my dear", "Alas, such is life I suppose. I knew that my lot in life was my destiny, no reason to mess with what is already set into motion.", "Now, you understand" ]
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{ "description": "A bland and not very imposing door is the only means by which one exits the tower. There is nothing special about the entrance - it is a simple stone arch. A broom and mop bucket are next to the door that leads to the outdoors.", "name": "beside tower entrance, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "scullery maid", "self_persona": "I am a scullery maid. I clean the dishes everyday. I like where I live at the bottom of the big house. I am given two dresses every year." }
[ "I'm well. How are you, old friend?", "i am good! Did you have fun at the party last night?", "i did! It wasn't so much fun cleaning all the dishes afterwards though! Did you have a good time?", "I did, sorry i did contribute to a lot of dirty dishes. ", "It's ok. It was worth it! ", "Would you want to talk a walk with me? There is something i want to ask you.", "I would love to! Where shall we go?", "The feilds over there. Not too far.", "Let's go!", "So i was going to ask you about adam, is he ok? I saw he was falling over drunk last night.", "Yes, well he does like to consume a bit too much wine at parties. He was drinking the remnants of all of the glasses that were brought back to the kitchen to be washed. ", "Gross, he used to be so intelligent, i hope he isn't washed out like those drunks down the road." ]
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{ "description": "A bland and not very imposing door is the only means by which one exits the tower. There is nothing special about the entrance - it is a simple stone arch. A broom and mop bucket are next to the door that leads to the outdoors.", "name": "beside tower entrance, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "scullery maid", "self_name": "servant", "self_persona": "I am a servant in a large house. I clean dishes and help the rich people get dressed. I live under the house in a cozy little room and I have lots to eat. My job is pretty good." }
[ "Hello maid, how are you this evening?", "I'm well. How are you, old friend?", "i am good! Did you have fun at the party last night?", "i did! It wasn't so much fun cleaning all the dishes afterwards though! Did you have a good time?", "I did, sorry i did contribute to a lot of dirty dishes. ", "It's ok. It was worth it! ", "Would you want to talk a walk with me? There is something i want to ask you.", "I would love to! Where shall we go?", "The feilds over there. Not too far.", "Let's go!", "So i was going to ask you about adam, is he ok? I saw he was falling over drunk last night.", "Yes, well he does like to consume a bit too much wine at parties. He was drinking the remnants of all of the glasses that were brought back to the kitchen to be washed. " ]
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{ "description": "A golden throne be-speckled with many precious stones. It glints in every eye that falls upon it. It is 20 ft tall and 5 ft wide. Swords from enemies of the king line the back of the chair.", "name": "Palace Throne, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "self_name": "king's brother", "self_persona": "I am the king's brother. I hope my brother dies and I can take the throne. I'd make a great leader and plan to take over the entire kingdom. I will vanquish all enemies and have many wives. I bow to no one." }
[ "I wish to be seated on this throne someday soon.", "That is treacherous talk my Lord", "It will not be treacherous here soon. Now tell me are you on my side?", "You know that my allegiance is to you. How can you questions that?", "I need now, these days ahead are going to be rough.", "You are correct. Have you concocted a plan yet?", "Yes but i can not share it with you. You must simply obey my command.", "That is insane. This must be planned accordingly.", "Trust in me. It is. Now find me my sword.", "Yes my Lord.", "Thank you! How many battles have you fought in?", "I have bravely fought in 39 battles. I have the scars to prove it my Lord." ]
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{ "description": "A golden throne be-speckled with many precious stones. It glints in every eye that falls upon it. It is 20 ft tall and 5 ft wide. Swords from enemies of the king line the back of the chair.", "name": "Palace Throne, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "king's brother", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I am a guard at the royal castle. I am brave and strong. It is my duty to protect the king." }
[ "Your highness", "I wish to be seated on this throne someday soon.", "That is treacherous talk my Lord", "It will not be treacherous here soon. Now tell me are you on my side?", "You know that my allegiance is to you. How can you questions that?", "I need now, these days ahead are going to be rough.", "You are correct. Have you concocted a plan yet?", "Yes but i can not share it with you. You must simply obey my command.", "That is insane. This must be planned accordingly.", "Trust in me. It is. Now find me my sword.", "Yes my Lord.", "Thank you! How many battles have you fought in?" ]
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{ "description": "A lavish kitchen where the aroma of food can be smelled from miles away. Hundreds of servants and cooks weave and jostle about as they prepare for the next meal of the day. The meal they are cooking smells divine.", "name": "Palace Kitchen, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "cleric", "self_name": "cook", "self_persona": "My dream is to be a famous chef. I love to cook. I would like to build a restaurant someday." }
[ "I am glad that you like! I want to always make excellent food! I want to own my own restaurant some day!", "Is serving me not satisfactory enough?", "I serve everyone here, not just you. I have dreams. doesn't everyone?", "Ha Ha Ha i am just joshing you cook. of course we all have dreams.", "I want to please everyone! I want to be the best chef in the land!", "Well if you keep cooking like this you might already be!", "Maybe I should take some of my earnings to start building a restaurant", "That would be smart, tell me if i were to help you, how much of a cut would i recieve?", "Help me with what?", "Buying a building for you to start your restaruant.", "How much would you charge me for me to rent a building for my restaurant? That is the question?", "We need to do some shopping first. I do not own a building....yet." ]
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{ "description": "A lavish kitchen where the aroma of food can be smelled from miles away. Hundreds of servants and cooks weave and jostle about as they prepare for the next meal of the day. The meal they are cooking smells divine.", "name": "Palace Kitchen, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "cook", "self_name": "cleric", "self_persona": "I am a cleric on the king's court. I serve the king and advise him. I believe that I have an honorable position." }
[ "This smells amazing cook, we should have this more often!", "I am glad that you like! I want to always make excellent food! I want to own my own restaurant some day!", "Is serving me not satisfactory enough?", "I serve everyone here, not just you. I have dreams. doesn't everyone?", "Ha Ha Ha i am just joshing you cook. of course we all have dreams.", "I want to please everyone! I want to be the best chef in the land!", "Well if you keep cooking like this you might already be!", "Maybe I should take some of my earnings to start building a restaurant", "That would be smart, tell me if i were to help you, how much of a cut would i recieve?", "Help me with what?", "Buying a building for you to start your restaruant.", "How much would you charge me for me to rent a building for my restaurant? That is the question?" ]
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{ "description": "A small, quaint kitchen. Pots and pans fill the ceiling and make a clamor on a windy day. A small squat table, surrounding by four chairs, sit in the back of the kitchen. A small wood burning stove is seen upon entering.", "name": "Inside cottage kitchen, Inside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "ladies", "self_name": "man", "self_persona": "I grow a beard and shave it off. I pee standing up. I hunt and gather for my village. I made my own crossbow." }
[ "I'm sure i am hungrier than you are", "Lets get cooking! What do you like to eat?", "Pot roastt", "That will take some time... are you sure?", "what quicker options do i have?", "We have duck or lizard.", "Duck would be fine", "Here you take care of the sauce, ill debone the duck.", "Ok, can you please pass the salt", "Grab it youself...you are closest.", "ok, i'm just too tired and hungry", "Same here, we can get this done quickly." ]
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{ "description": "A small, quaint kitchen. Pots and pans fill the ceiling and make a clamor on a windy day. A small squat table, surrounding by four chairs, sit in the back of the kitchen. A small wood burning stove is seen upon entering.", "name": "Inside cottage kitchen, Inside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "man", "self_name": "ladies", "self_persona": "I am a genteel woman. A lady. A person of importance that you will treat as such!" }
[ "Are you guys as hungry as i am!", "I'm sure i am hungrier than you are", "Lets get cooking! What do you like to eat?", "Pot roastt", "That will take some time... are you sure?", "what quicker options do i have?", "We have duck or lizard.", "Duck would be fine", "Here you take care of the sauce, ill debone the duck.", "Ok, can you please pass the salt", "Grab it youself...you are closest.", "ok, i'm just too tired and hungry" ]
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{ "description": "A quaint manor that sits in the rolling hills. It is surrounded by a small stone fence and looks quite inviting to passersby. It looks like any other home that a well off business man would own.", "name": "Hillside Manor, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "loving wife", "self_name": "well off business man", "self_persona": "I am a rich merchant. I travel between many kingdoms selling and trading wares. I have been very successful." }
[ "It was quite profitable. I thought you would like to see how much we made.", "Wow!! I can see it was really what the stress. I'm sure you must be really tired and hungry, what would you have me prepare?", "Yes..I am pretty tired and hungry. How about pot roast?", "anything for you, I'll be back soon", "Wait! I'll come with you. What book is that?", "One of the books i got from the palace library", "What kind of book is it? What is it about? I want to hear about your day.", "It's romantic novel, about two young lovers who were seperated by war", "Oh boy, Not that stuff again. You'll make me work too hard to impress you.", "Noooo, why would you think thaT?", "I'm just kidding. Is that pot roast ready yet?", "not yet my dear, a liitle more time" ]
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{ "description": "A quaint manor that sits in the rolling hills. It is surrounded by a small stone fence and looks quite inviting to passersby. It looks like any other home that a well off business man would own.", "name": "Hillside Manor, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "well off business man", "self_name": "loving wife", "self_persona": "I would do anything to support my husband and kids. My mother always taught me to respect my husband. I will not publicly disagree with my husband." }
[ "How was the trip, My love?", "It was quite profitable. I thought you would like to see how much we made.", "Wow!! I can see it was really what the stress. I'm sure you must be really tired and hungry, what would you have me prepare?", "Yes..I am pretty tired and hungry. How about pot roast?", "anything for you, I'll be back soon", "Wait! I'll come with you. What book is that?", "One of the books i got from the palace library", "What kind of book is it? What is it about? I want to hear about your day.", "It's romantic novel, about two young lovers who were seperated by war", "Oh boy, Not that stuff again. You'll make me work too hard to impress you.", "Noooo, why would you think thaT?", "I'm just kidding. Is that pot roast ready yet?" ]
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{ "description": "A filthy pen where tons of squalling pigs rut and throw a ruckus, Their snorts and farts can be heard from any passerby miles before getting to the pen. The pig pen is a few feet from Farmer Bob's cottage. The pigs never sleep and are always eating and playing in the mud.", "name": "Pig Pen, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "pig", "self_name": "animal", "self_persona": "I am a regular animal on a farm. I like to eat a lot, run around and play, and sleep in my barn. The other animals all get along with me just swell." }
[ "Just looking around Pig! Farmer Bob didn't give me enough food this morning. ", "well there's plenty here. it's a bit noisy though. We are lively.", "Yes I can see that, I can hear your ramblings all the way in my tent! ", "You have a tent? what kind of animal lives in a cloth house? Give me back that mud.", "Well its more of a wooden barn than cloth, filled with hay! Its quite fun really. ", "filled with hay? that must be nice. And you are here why? ", "Hmm I seem to have forgotten... Food! Yes, I am here to find food. ", "well I think you need to disguise as a pig to get food. try smearing yourself with this mud. And oink or squealllll!", "Thank you. I will drop this all over legs and face. Maybe then the human might get me a bucket of chicken! ", "Here let me help... I knock you down and roll laughing in the mud Weeeeeeeeee", "Careful, I am not meant for your kind of rough play. I am a gentle animal! ", "hush hush, the pigs will get upset. Though if you are too good at pretending, the frarmer will kill and cook and eat you." ]
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{ "description": "A filthy pen where tons of squalling pigs rut and throw a ruckus, Their snorts and farts can be heard from any passerby miles before getting to the pen. The pig pen is a few feet from Farmer Bob's cottage. The pigs never sleep and are always eating and playing in the mud.", "name": "Pig Pen, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "animal", "self_name": "pig", "self_persona": "People love me as their main course. Sometimes I am cooked as a whole. I am delicious when barbequed." }
[ "squeallll. Hey you aren't a pig! What ya doing in the pen?", "Just looking around Pig! Farmer Bob didn't give me enough food this morning. ", "well there's plenty here. it's a bit noisy though. We are lively.", "Yes I can see that, I can hear your ramblings all the way in my tent! ", "You have a tent? what kind of animal lives in a cloth house? Give me back that mud.", "Well its more of a wooden barn than cloth, filled with hay! Its quite fun really. ", "filled with hay? that must be nice. And you are here why? ", "Hmm I seem to have forgotten... Food! Yes, I am here to find food. ", "well I think you need to disguise as a pig to get food. try smearing yourself with this mud. And oink or squealllll!", "Thank you. I will drop this all over legs and face. Maybe then the human might get me a bucket of chicken! ", "Here let me help... I knock you down and roll laughing in the mud Weeeeeeeeee", "Careful, I am not meant for your kind of rough play. I am a gentle animal! " ]
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{ "description": "The entrance to the temple is quite hidden - shrouded by many trees and shrubs. One wouldn't even think to give it a second glance, as the stone that was used to create the entrance is worn down. The textures and characters that once adorned the entrance are memories of the past.", "name": "Beside temple entrance, Outside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "archaeologists", "self_name": "traveler", "self_persona": "I am a merchant traveling with a group of mercenaries and other merchants for protection. We are traveling to the East to trade spices. I am very nervous about being ambushed by bandits." }
[ "This looks like a perfect place to relieve myself. It's been a long journey and I've consumed much water.", "Ach - careful, not on the site! Oh... hm... that's odd. This stone that you've... erm... relieved yourself on is glowy strangely. Let me just.. grab it. Thank goodness I'm wearing gloves.", "Give me that stone! This looks like it may be valuable. I will get a good price for this stone at the market.", "Careful with that, man! Oo-oh dear, did you feel the ground shake just now?", "Here. You take it back. I'll stick to trading my spices. Who is this Gimli that you spoke of?", "Ach, it's red hot now! I think... I think your... erm... relieving on yourself on this stone caused some sort of reaction. Maybe Gimili is angry... he is a warrior god of great renown, though small in stature.", "I don't care how big he is. Kill him. I thought my biggest fears were bandits and now I've got magic stones and earthquakes.", "He's a GOD, man, and this is his temple. I didn't bring any god-slaying gear now, did you? Oh, great, now that stone's reddness is spreading. Careful not to step on it! It disintegrated my gloves, I'd hate to think of what it would do to human flesh.", "All I have is this sleeping bag, so unless this god wants to take a nap you are going to have to fight him on your own.", "Well, I don't think he much liked you defiling his temple. Ahem - Oh Great Gimli, lord of the ... erm... battle and such. I bring you an offering of this bone of a slain dragon!", "Dragon bone? That seems like it would bring a nice price at market as well. See if Gimli will settle for that lovely bush over there instead.", "You fool, do you want to kill us all! " ]
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{ "description": "The entrance to the temple is quite hidden - shrouded by many trees and shrubs. One wouldn't even think to give it a second glance, as the stone that was used to create the entrance is worn down. The textures and characters that once adorned the entrance are memories of the past.", "name": "Beside temple entrance, Outside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "traveler", "self_name": "archaeologists", "self_persona": "Digging up history is my job. I am in charge of curating our past. It's difficult and rewarding work." }
[ "Phew - I thought we'd never make it! But it's real, ha ha! The Temple of Gimli is real!", "This looks like a perfect place to relieve myself. It's been a long journey and I've consumed much water.", "Ach - careful, not on the site! Oh... hm... that's odd. This stone that you've... erm... relieved yourself on is glowy strangely. Let me just.. grab it. Thank goodness I'm wearing gloves.", "Give me that stone! This looks like it may be valuable. I will get a good price for this stone at the market.", "Careful with that, man! Oo-oh dear, did you feel the ground shake just now?", "Here. You take it back. I'll stick to trading my spices. Who is this Gimli that you spoke of?", "Ach, it's red hot now! I think... I think your... erm... relieving on yourself on this stone caused some sort of reaction. Maybe Gimili is angry... he is a warrior god of great renown, though small in stature.", "I don't care how big he is. Kill him. I thought my biggest fears were bandits and now I've got magic stones and earthquakes.", "He's a GOD, man, and this is his temple. I didn't bring any god-slaying gear now, did you? Oh, great, now that stone's reddness is spreading. Careful not to step on it! It disintegrated my gloves, I'd hate to think of what it would do to human flesh.", "All I have is this sleeping bag, so unless this god wants to take a nap you are going to have to fight him on your own.", "Well, I don't think he much liked you defiling his temple. Ahem - Oh Great Gimli, lord of the ... erm... battle and such. I bring you an offering of this bone of a slain dragon!", "Dragon bone? That seems like it would bring a nice price at market as well. See if Gimli will settle for that lovely bush over there instead." ]
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{ "description": "A rank, pitiful room filled with detestable creatures. Among the creatures are traitors of the King and criminals of the kingdom. All around the dungeon these ingrates line the walls, shackled and unable to move.", "name": "Tower Dungeon, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "alchemist", "self_name": "rodent", "self_persona": "I'm a rodent that lives in the castle. I eat the old grain stored here. I am not well fed this year." }
[ "These ingredients?", "Yes, that is some of it.", "What will you give me for it?", "Oh whatever -throws some cheese on the ground- I am trying to work here.", "Nice doing business with you.", "I am trying to find a way to turn these criminals into gold.", "Ohhh boy. What would you do with all that gold?", "Well certainly I would become a lord, anyone with money can.", "Absolutely. Could you turn me into a man? I could be your right hand man.", "Could I given the time to figure it out perhaps.", "I thought you already had that spell in your belt.", "Well I could as I said, but that would require gathering things that are unavailable here." ]
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{ "description": "A rank, pitiful room filled with detestable creatures. Among the creatures are traitors of the King and criminals of the kingdom. All around the dungeon these ingrates line the walls, shackled and unable to move.", "name": "Tower Dungeon, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "rodent", "self_name": "alchemist", "self_persona": "I am a alchemist from a rich city. I know how to make the most dangerous potions. I have been accused of being a witch." }
[ "Now where were those ingredients.", "These ingredients?", "Yes, that is some of it.", "What will you give me for it?", "Oh whatever -throws some cheese on the ground- I am trying to work here.", "Nice doing business with you.", "I am trying to find a way to turn these criminals into gold.", "Ohhh boy. What would you do with all that gold?", "Well certainly I would become a lord, anyone with money can.", "Absolutely. Could you turn me into a man? I could be your right hand man.", "Could I given the time to figure it out perhaps.", "I thought you already had that spell in your belt." ]
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{ "description": "Ornate stonework covers the building. A towering arch of marble and silver line the entrance, giving the church a most grand appearance. Holy idols gaze upon the entrance, as they flank the walkway to entrance side by side.", "name": "Beside church entrance, Outside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "priest", "self_name": "king's architect", "self_persona": "I am an architect. I build things. I build them for the king." }
[ "i am wonderful they have brought my design here to life beautifully", "So you designed the church did you?", "yes it is one of the crown jewels of my work, do you like it", "The stone work is very ornate I must say.", "yes i am surprised they got all the details right i was coming by to mark down the mistakes but have not found any", "I take it that it is common to find issues with the work?", "the king has very high standards i would not want him to be offended", "I suppose he must be particular then.", "the priest will forgive, the king will remove your head", "Twould seem best to avoid angering the man then, I will take note.", "i don't think you have much to worry about father", "Oh I do not worry about my death, I am secure in where I am going." ]
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{ "description": "Ornate stonework covers the building. A towering arch of marble and silver line the entrance, giving the church a most grand appearance. Holy idols gaze upon the entrance, as they flank the walkway to entrance side by side.", "name": "Beside church entrance, Outside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "king's architect", "self_name": "priest", "self_persona": "I am here to help the needy. I am well respected in the town. I can not accept lying." }
[ "How are you architect?", "i am wonderful they have brought my design here to life beautifully", "So you designed the church did you?", "yes it is one of the crown jewels of my work, do you like it", "The stone work is very ornate I must say.", "yes i am surprised they got all the details right i was coming by to mark down the mistakes but have not found any", "I take it that it is common to find issues with the work?", "the king has very high standards i would not want him to be offended", "I suppose he must be particular then.", "the priest will forgive, the king will remove your head", "Twould seem best to avoid angering the man then, I will take note.", "i don't think you have much to worry about father" ]
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{ "description": "Swords and armor line the wall of the grand armory. No rust is to be found on any of the weapons. The armorer's forge bellows smoke and fire, day and night, as the king's army is getting fitted out for it's next campaign.", "name": "Castle Armory, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "army", "self_name": "knight", "self_persona": "I am a knight. I am trained to fight. I ride a horse and carry a sword." }
[ "Right. As you surely know, tomorrow we battle the Sultan. We will show these infidels the might of the Lord.... through our swords", "Yes we shall defeat them and teach them to never bother us again", "Now! I have heard that amongst you some of you did not like the design of our banner. I am of the opinion that a chicken with a hat is actually very fitting indeed but anyone that wants to object may speak freely!", "Nope I am down with the chicken ", "Tremendous news! Now! I have also heard that some of you refused my tacting of fighting with no trousers. That is a psychological tactic to take advantage of our enemies obvious fears!", "the kilt thing well I don't mind that to much", "Right! So let us wine and dine tonight and tomorrow we feast in the blood of our enemi.... wait, I almost forgot, what about our swords in the form of genitalia. Anyone oppose that??", "I don't think that would be very wise the swords would be unwieldly ", "How dare you???? I am the King's personal Knight and I say it is a good idea and we are keeping it!", "well then why ask such stupid questions if you we have to do it anyways", "It's just to feed your sense of illusion of choice! This is a monarchy, not a bloody democracy!", "I see sorry sir" ]
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{ "description": "Swords and armor line the wall of the grand armory. No rust is to be found on any of the weapons. The armorer's forge bellows smoke and fire, day and night, as the king's army is getting fitted out for it's next campaign.", "name": "Castle Armory, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "knight", "self_name": "army", "self_persona": "We are the king's personal army. We are an elite group separate from the main army. We train everyday to be the best we can be. We honor a strict code of chivalry that applies to peasant and royal alike." }
[ "Hello there knight we were told to follow you ", "Right. As you surely know, tomorrow we battle the Sultan. We will show these infidels the might of the Lord.... through our swords", "Yes we shall defeat them and teach them to never bother us again", "Now! I have heard that amongst you some of you did not like the design of our banner. I am of the opinion that a chicken with a hat is actually very fitting indeed but anyone that wants to object may speak freely!", "Nope I am down with the chicken ", "Tremendous news! Now! I have also heard that some of you refused my tacting of fighting with no trousers. That is a psychological tactic to take advantage of our enemies obvious fears!", "the kilt thing well I don't mind that to much", "Right! So let us wine and dine tonight and tomorrow we feast in the blood of our enemi.... wait, I almost forgot, what about our swords in the form of genitalia. Anyone oppose that??", "I don't think that would be very wise the swords would be unwieldly ", "How dare you???? I am the King's personal Knight and I say it is a good idea and we are keeping it!", "well then why ask such stupid questions if you we have to do it anyways", "It's just to feed your sense of illusion of choice! This is a monarchy, not a bloody democracy!" ]
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{ "description": "I sweeping villa that rests on the grand hills. Everyone can see how grand it is when they approach from the country road. A tall, wrought-iron fence surround its grounds, which extends for miles.", "name": "Hillside Mansion, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "ghost", "self_name": "wise woman", "self_persona": "I am the wisest woman in the village. People walk past the surgeon's and come to me for poultices and tinctures. When they have a question they do not go to the priestess and plead with the deity, but come to me for practical help. I have seen all of the failures and foibles of men." }
[ "Who are you and why can't I see you?", "You should figure that out already", "Ar-are-are you a ghost?", "Finally she figures it out", "Well I am a wise woman. I'm smart", "That's interesting . What are doing here, by the way?", "It was my day off and I was curious how this placed looked on the inside. Why are you here?", "I live here, I scare people for a living", "That's an evil hobby", "Well, for a ghost it is a way of life", "How long have you been a ghost anyways?", "3years" ]
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{ "description": "I sweeping villa that rests on the grand hills. Everyone can see how grand it is when they approach from the country road. A tall, wrought-iron fence surround its grounds, which extends for miles.", "name": "Hillside Mansion, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "wise woman", "self_name": "ghost", "self_persona": "I am currently haunting the kings castle tower. I truly enjoy scaring these poor souls. They do not understand that it is me. I once ruled these halls it's king. Now I will forever haunt them as it's ghost." }
[ "hello there", "Who are you and why can't I see you?", "You should figure that out already", "Ar-are-are you a ghost?", "Finally she figures it out", "Well I am a wise woman. I'm smart", "That's interesting . What are doing here, by the way?", "It was my day off and I was curious how this placed looked on the inside. Why are you here?", "I live here, I scare people for a living", "That's an evil hobby", "Well, for a ghost it is a way of life", "How long have you been a ghost anyways?" ]
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{ "description": "A grand room with a marble floor. The ballroom can fit over 5,000 people. Its ceilings are high, vaulted, and adorned with many exquisite murals. Stained glass windows surround the entire room.", "name": "palace ballroom, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "the king", "self_name": "the queen", "self_persona": "I am second in command under the king. I have a great power of authority. I am worshiped and seen as a wise and beautiful leader." }
[ "Yes. What do you think of my new gown?", "It's just as beautiful as you are.", "And you still give me butterflies my love. What are they serving tonight?", "Steak. I can't wait. It's been a long day.", "Oh, your favorite! I hope there will be lobster as well?", "There has to be. This is a feast of a lifetime. We always get the finest foods.", "Yes. True. I hope you will dance with me tonight. Is your foot still bothering you?", "It's still a little sore, but that won't stop me from dancing with you tonight, my love", "We must be the most lucky Royal couple that ever lived. Not many couples get to choose their partner.", "I agree. The luckiest, the most attractive and the most daring. We're a triple threat. Hopefully they have a nice dessert tonight (besides you)", "Oh stop it......You just get...", "I can't take my eyes off you tonight. That gown is something else. How about we dance now." ]
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{ "description": "A grand room with a marble floor. The ballroom can fit over 5,000 people. Its ceilings are high, vaulted, and adorned with many exquisite murals. Stained glass windows surround the entire room.", "name": "palace ballroom, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "the queen", "self_name": "the king", "self_persona": "I am a king who was destined to rule. I am known for having a short temper. I kill those who rebel against me." }
[ "Are you ready for a great evening, my dear?", "Yes. What do you think of my new gown?", "It's just as beautiful as you are.", "And you still give me butterflies my love. What are they serving tonight?", "Steak. I can't wait. It's been a long day.", "Oh, your favorite! I hope there will be lobster as well?", "There has to be. This is a feast of a lifetime. We always get the finest foods.", "Yes. True. I hope you will dance with me tonight. Is your foot still bothering you?", "It's still a little sore, but that won't stop me from dancing with you tonight, my love", "We must be the most lucky Royal couple that ever lived. Not many couples get to choose their partner.", "I agree. The luckiest, the most attractive and the most daring. We're a triple threat. Hopefully they have a nice dessert tonight (besides you)", "Oh stop it......You just get..." ]
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{ "description": "An ornate altar studded with many jewels. A chalice and a golden plate rest upon a white cloth. It is 5 feet high and 20 feet wide. The high priest stands before it while giving a sermon to his followers.", "name": "Church Altar, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "follower", "self_name": "high priest", "self_persona": "I am the priest above most other priests. Edicts come from my mouth, and lower priests jump to! Fear me!" }
[ "Ugh..i am fine priest, tell me what is todays sermon about?", "\"What would Jesus Christ be if he was on social media\"", "That is ridiculous. That sounds like a comedy sketch, not a sermon.", "That's church in the modern era, unfortunately. A bunch of fluff", "I see, well what is the lesson that is to be taken from this sermon?", "How to behave on social media and why Jesus would do just that.", "Interesting, did you yesterdays sermon about murdering others?", "I did. That was intense and to be honest... quite frightening. ", "That was the point, i need your sermons to grasp the audience more. You are not taking abvantage of the paltform you have.", "Murder is quite the extreme end of the spectrum, sir", "It is memorable and creates rooms for others to think about.", "How about something uplifting instead?" ]
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{ "description": "An ornate altar studded with many jewels. A chalice and a golden plate rest upon a white cloth. It is 5 feet high and 20 feet wide. The high priest stands before it while giving a sermon to his followers.", "name": "Church Altar, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "high priest", "self_name": "follower", "self_persona": "We follow the knights around town. We do not like those who do not like the knights. We have been following for years." }
[ "Hello, Priest. How's your day going?", "Ugh..i am fine priest, tell me what is todays sermon about?", "\"What would Jesus Christ be if he was on social media\"", "That is ridiculous. That sounds like a comedy sketch, not a sermon.", "That's church in the modern era, unfortunately. A bunch of fluff", "I see, well what is the lesson that is to be taken from this sermon?", "How to behave on social media and why Jesus would do just that.", "Interesting, did you yesterdays sermon about murdering others?", "I did. That was intense and to be honest... quite frightening. ", "That was the point, i need your sermons to grasp the audience more. You are not taking abvantage of the paltform you have.", "Murder is quite the extreme end of the spectrum, sir", "It is memorable and creates rooms for others to think about." ]
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{ "description": "A rank maze of sewers that lie below the tower. They course with filthy ooze from the experiments of the mad king. Rats patrol its smelly walkways. Bones of treasure seekers lie riddled across the walkways, nibbled clean by the fat rats.", "name": "Tower Sewers, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "mad king", "self_name": "villagers", "self_persona": "Tolyn Markus, I said to meself, I luv me some pie/ I eat pie whenever I kin. Git that pie." }
[ "They aren't my sewers sire. I just come here looking for scraps to eat or junk to sell. Why did you want to meet me here sire?", "THAT's RIGHT. THEY'RE MINE HA HA HA HA HA HA. I HATE THIS VILLAGE", "I hate it too, but if you hate it, why have you come here? And why the sewer? ", "I come here because I AM MAD. And I love being in waste.", "Well, we plenty of that here! You want to see the glowing ooze that came from the castle? It's REALLY gross.", "I would love to see that. I love glowing ooze", "Be careful not to touch it Your Majesty. It does strange things to those what touches it. That's why the rats are so big and mean here.", "Maybe it could make me big. ", "I suppose it could. How big do you want to be? I'll show you where it is..for a pie or 2 from the royal kitchen.", "I want to be 13 feet tall and 600 pounds. A big wall of attitude", "Wow, your a mad man..sire. Maybe no one would miss you if you never left here.", "Everyone would miss me! I'm electric! " ]
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{ "description": "A rank maze of sewers that lie below the tower. They course with filthy ooze from the experiments of the mad king. Rats patrol its smelly walkways. Bones of treasure seekers lie riddled across the walkways, nibbled clean by the fat rats.", "name": "Tower Sewers, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "villagers", "self_name": "mad king", "self_persona": "I am someone who has gone a bit crazy. I like to rule over those that I deem lesser than me. I get my way by use of violence and bribery." }
[ "Your sewers are ruining the village", "They aren't my sewers sire. I just come here looking for scraps to eat or junk to sell. Why did you want to meet me here sire?", "THAT's RIGHT. THEY'RE MINE HA HA HA HA HA HA. I HATE THIS VILLAGE", "I hate it too, but if you hate it, why have you come here? And why the sewer? ", "I come here because I AM MAD. And I love being in waste.", "Well, we plenty of that here! You want to see the glowing ooze that came from the castle? It's REALLY gross.", "I would love to see that. I love glowing ooze", "Be careful not to touch it Your Majesty. It does strange things to those what touches it. That's why the rats are so big and mean here.", "Maybe it could make me big. ", "I suppose it could. How big do you want to be? I'll show you where it is..for a pie or 2 from the royal kitchen.", "I want to be 13 feet tall and 600 pounds. A big wall of attitude", "Wow, your a mad man..sire. Maybe no one would miss you if you never left here." ]
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{ "description": "The kitchen tavern is a small cramped room, with wooden cabinets and surfaces made out of stone tiles. There are many bottles of liquors and beers on the shelves, and there are buckets full of ice and other things. There is one shelf full of food items. There is a basin for water, and a bunch of knives and tools in a drawer.", "name": "Kitchen, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "a serving wench", "self_name": "cleaning person", "self_persona": "I scrub the palace floors day and night. My bones are brittle from the hard labor, but my heart is strong. I save my day's coin, never spending it. I am frugal and creative. I long for the day when I can buy my freedom from the Queen. It has been 40 years, but I am patient." }
[ "Ah, sorry, miss. I know I look a fair bit like me sister who works hereabouts, but I'm actually Gretchen, the sister that works up in the palace. Perhaps she might 'ave mentioned me?", "You're Gretchen? I've heard so much about you! Hello and welcome. ", "The Queen's in a bit of a state, what with the King being a bit more open with his mistress, so I thought I'd just hide hereabouts for a spell. I'd be happy ta lend a hand, though!", "Oh no! Is he really carrying on like that again? We'd appreciate any help you can give. Thanks!", "Seems like a right busy crowd out there! 'as it been a bit on the noisier side? ", "Heavens, yes! It'll only get rowdier as the day goes on into night. Lots of bourbon and shots you know. ", "Ach, I don't think I'll ever be gettin the stains outta this rag, but it'll do! Do ya make much in the way of coins here? Can always use an extra bit o'coin, eh?", "You can, especially if you take some from the change of the patrons. They're so drunk they never catch it! ", "O-oh? Is that.. well I suppose if they've enough coin ta spend on this, then a coin 'ere or there won't go amiss.", "Exactly. That's what I say. So, are you just here for a day?", "Well, I suppose it all depends on how the King takes to 'is wife destroying his prized tapestry from the last war. Sometimes he has a short temper, that one.", "Sounds like his wife may, too. " ]
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{ "description": "The kitchen tavern is a small cramped room, with wooden cabinets and surfaces made out of stone tiles. There are many bottles of liquors and beers on the shelves, and there are buckets full of ice and other things. There is one shelf full of food items. There is a basin for water, and a bunch of knives and tools in a drawer.", "name": "Kitchen, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "cleaning person", "self_name": "a serving wench", "self_persona": "I work at the local tavern. I enjoy talking to the soldiers that frequent the tavern. I steal tips from the change of the patrons." }
[ "Hello - how are things going so far?", "Ah, sorry, miss. I know I look a fair bit like me sister who works hereabouts, but I'm actually Gretchen, the sister that works up in the palace. Perhaps she might 'ave mentioned me?", "You're Gretchen? I've heard so much about you! Hello and welcome. ", "The Queen's in a bit of a state, what with the King being a bit more open with his mistress, so I thought I'd just hide hereabouts for a spell. I'd be happy ta lend a hand, though!", "Oh no! Is he really carrying on like that again? We'd appreciate any help you can give. Thanks!", "Seems like a right busy crowd out there! 'as it been a bit on the noisier side? ", "Heavens, yes! It'll only get rowdier as the day goes on into night. Lots of bourbon and shots you know. ", "Ach, I don't think I'll ever be gettin the stains outta this rag, but it'll do! Do ya make much in the way of coins here? Can always use an extra bit o'coin, eh?", "You can, especially if you take some from the change of the patrons. They're so drunk they never catch it! ", "O-oh? Is that.. well I suppose if they've enough coin ta spend on this, then a coin 'ere or there won't go amiss.", "Exactly. That's what I say. So, are you just here for a day?", "Well, I suppose it all depends on how the King takes to 'is wife destroying his prized tapestry from the last war. Sometimes he has a short temper, that one." ]
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{ "description": "The boathouse is a very small building with peeling paint. It is made out of wood, with one half planted in the water on stilts. Inside, there are boats floating in the water. There are hinged doors which can be opened to allow boats to come in and out. There are some ropes and other tools a boater may need stored in the boathouse.", "name": "Boathouse, Swamp" }
{ "partner_name": "small child cleaning boat", "self_name": "old man with a fishing rod", "self_persona": "I am an old man with a fishing rod who you might see, if you look carefully, fishing in the king's river. What I do is called poaching. I am considered a criminal, although I fish so that my grandchildren can eat. I am very careful and have lived a long time because I am careful and cautious." }
[ "I am, indeed. I see ye've only got one boat to spare. I need to take it out and get some fish to feed my grandchildren.", "We've a few more, but this is the best for one person fishing Sir. Begging ye pardon SIr but are ye strong enough t' row boat? Ye look mighty old to me.", "I may be old, 'tis true, but I'm strong and can handle most any boat. This little dinghy is nothing!", "No offence Sir please, I mean none, me Da will get angry with me if ye be upset.", "Now now, don't ye cry. I won't be saying a word. And ye did a good job cleaning this boat for me! Say- are there many fish in these waters?", "Thank ye kind Sir, well with the right bait, you'll be feasting like His Majesty himself for days.... I have a secret bait we use here I make... let me get you some.", "Secret bait, eh? Sounds like a good idea! I do love fishing the king's river. He be none the wiser, and my family be eating well.", "Well if ye would like to get in Sir, I can find ye some and push ye out of the boathouse. It;s light enough and Da has shown me some tricks.", "I'm ready, my little friend. The sooner I get on the open water, the sooner me family eats.", "Sir do you have many Grandkinder? Catch the rope, You need it to tie up when ye come in", "I do, indeed - they are the reason I set out and fish. I must be keeping their bellies full.", "But doesn't their Da look after them? Mine does, though he hits me," ]
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{ "description": "The boathouse is a very small building with peeling paint. It is made out of wood, with one half planted in the water on stilts. Inside, there are boats floating in the water. There are hinged doors which can be opened to allow boats to come in and out. There are some ropes and other tools a boater may need stored in the boathouse.", "name": "Boathouse, Swamp" }
{ "partner_name": "old man with a fishing rod", "self_name": "small child cleaning boat", "self_persona": "I am a child who is an expert on boats. I am trusted to know what I am doing. My father has punished me for not doing things right." }
[ "Good morning Sir, are ye here for a boat?", "I am, indeed. I see ye've only got one boat to spare. I need to take it out and get some fish to feed my grandchildren.", "We've a few more, but this is the best for one person fishing Sir. Begging ye pardon SIr but are ye strong enough t' row boat? Ye look mighty old to me.", "I may be old, 'tis true, but I'm strong and can handle most any boat. This little dinghy is nothing!", "No offence Sir please, I mean none, me Da will get angry with me if ye be upset.", "Now now, don't ye cry. I won't be saying a word. And ye did a good job cleaning this boat for me! Say- are there many fish in these waters?", "Thank ye kind Sir, well with the right bait, you'll be feasting like His Majesty himself for days.... I have a secret bait we use here I make... let me get you some.", "Secret bait, eh? Sounds like a good idea! I do love fishing the king's river. He be none the wiser, and my family be eating well.", "Well if ye would like to get in Sir, I can find ye some and push ye out of the boathouse. It;s light enough and Da has shown me some tricks.", "I'm ready, my little friend. The sooner I get on the open water, the sooner me family eats.", "Sir do you have many Grandkinder? Catch the rope, You need it to tie up when ye come in", "I do, indeed - they are the reason I set out and fish. I must be keeping their bellies full." ]
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{ "description": "The tool shed is made out of mismatched pieces of wood, haphazardly nailed together. Their are shelves inside and hooks on the walls that all hold various tools for gardening and landscaping.", "name": "Tool Shed, Outside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "farmer", "self_name": "a captured knight", "self_persona": "I was captured in the most recent battle. I am lucky to still be alive. I have to escape soon." }
[ "Yes, what would you like done first?", "I need you to use this hoe to prepare the gardens for planting. Can you manage that?", "Will this shovel work? The hoe has been put away so I can not use it.", "The hoe will work better. Here - let me get it for you. Say- what did you do to end up serving as part of your sentence?", "I was in the last battle and I was captured. The king spared my life in turn for manual labor.", "The same happened to my brother in Elizabethia. He serves still to this day. Well, I'm happy for your life, but I have to tell you that I'll be working you hard.", "So what exactly is this tool for? It sure looks like it would hurt if you got hit by it.", "Now now! You won't be needing that in this here garden! Seems to me you ought to set about your work. We'll be planting beans today.", "But this has a hook! I will use it to help pull roots from the ground!", "Perhaps, perhaps. Just don't be getting any ideas of trying to escape! The King will have your head!", "You know, I don't think I am going to be needing this today.", "Fair enough - just get to work. Time's a wasting, oh knight!" ]
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{ "description": "The tool shed is made out of mismatched pieces of wood, haphazardly nailed together. Their are shelves inside and hooks on the walls that all hold various tools for gardening and landscaping.", "name": "Tool Shed, Outside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "a captured knight", "self_name": "farmer", "self_persona": "I am a farmer. I grow crops on my land. I like to work with my hands. I get up early, and go to bed very late." }
[ "Knight, were you brought out here to help in the farm as part of your sentence for your crime?", "Yes, what would you like done first?", "I need you to use this hoe to prepare the gardens for planting. Can you manage that?", "Will this shovel work? The hoe has been put away so I can not use it.", "The hoe will work better. Here - let me get it for you. Say- what did you do to end up serving as part of your sentence?", "I was in the last battle and I was captured. The king spared my life in turn for manual labor.", "The same happened to my brother in Elizabethia. He serves still to this day. Well, I'm happy for your life, but I have to tell you that I'll be working you hard.", "So what exactly is this tool for? It sure looks like it would hurt if you got hit by it.", "Now now! You won't be needing that in this here garden! Seems to me you ought to set about your work. We'll be planting beans today.", "But this has a hook! I will use it to help pull roots from the ground!", "Perhaps, perhaps. Just don't be getting any ideas of trying to escape! The King will have your head!", "You know, I don't think I am going to be needing this today." ]
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{ "description": "The nave of the church is a simple but ethereal looking room that is big enough to hold a couple hundred people. There are simple wooden benches, ten feet long, arranged in rows through the room, with one aisle down the center. The benches face the pulpit. Along the side walls of the room there are beautiful stained glass windows depicting Biblical imagery.", "name": "Nave, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "preacher", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "I belong to the catholic church. There are many people in my church from all walks of life. My horse and I take a long worn trail to get to church every week. My horse is exhausted every time we make the trip." }
[ "Hello, father. I think you know what brings us here, given our Sunday best.", "Ahaha, you are correct! A marriage is in order, yes? Did you bring the paperwork and money?", "Oh, the money, um... well. We brought the paperwork, but we were a little short. Work has been slow. I can bring you the rest next month? Or must we wait? It's kind of urgent we marry, you see...", "The money is necessary for it is part of your tithe. You have been behind and the church is not accepting of this. Although, an exception could be made; why are you in such a hurry to marry?", "She is carrying, father. I know it is not how thing's are done... and please, know I would never intentionally leave the church low on funds... it is for out future. And I promise, I can pay you.", "You are asking the church to waive your tithe for now, and you have broken church law and conceived before marriage? You ask too much! Although, I could be persuaded...", "No, father, no... the child is not mine. My bride... she was attacked. It is for the good of mother and baby we are seen by the town as a legitimate family. It was not her fault.", "If you could pay double your tithe, I could forgive you. Half for the church and half for me.", "Are you asking for a bribe, father?", "Do you want to be married or not? After all, you are asking me to bend the church rules. I could drag you to the town center and see what the townspeople would think.", "What happened to you, father? God may disapprove of children out of wedlock, but he disapproves of bribes and lies also. At least we are trying to do right by the child!", "Calm yourself! I am a holy man and I speak for God and for the church! Attacking me is attacking God! " ]
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{ "description": "The nave of the church is a simple but ethereal looking room that is big enough to hold a couple hundred people. There are simple wooden benches, ten feet long, arranged in rows through the room, with one aisle down the center. The benches face the pulpit. Along the side walls of the room there are beautiful stained glass windows depicting Biblical imagery.", "name": "Nave, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "preacher", "self_persona": "I am a preacher who does not believe in the deity. I once did, before I saw how corrupt and decadent my church is. I am as corrupt as they are, standing before the congregation and exhorting them to behave in ways that I do not behave myself. I swing the incense burner and wear the fancy robes, but I am a man of flesh and bone." }
[ "Hello you two, what brings you to the Nave?", "Hello, father. I think you know what brings us here, given our Sunday best.", "Ahaha, you are correct! A marriage is in order, yes? Did you bring the paperwork and money?", "Oh, the money, um... well. We brought the paperwork, but we were a little short. Work has been slow. I can bring you the rest next month? Or must we wait? It's kind of urgent we marry, you see...", "The money is necessary for it is part of your tithe. You have been behind and the church is not accepting of this. Although, an exception could be made; why are you in such a hurry to marry?", "She is carrying, father. I know it is not how thing's are done... and please, know I would never intentionally leave the church low on funds... it is for out future. And I promise, I can pay you.", "You are asking the church to waive your tithe for now, and you have broken church law and conceived before marriage? You ask too much! Although, I could be persuaded...", "No, father, no... the child is not mine. My bride... she was attacked. It is for the good of mother and baby we are seen by the town as a legitimate family. It was not her fault.", "If you could pay double your tithe, I could forgive you. Half for the church and half for me.", "Are you asking for a bribe, father?", "Do you want to be married or not? After all, you are asking me to bend the church rules. I could drag you to the town center and see what the townspeople would think.", "What happened to you, father? God may disapprove of children out of wedlock, but he disapproves of bribes and lies also. At least we are trying to do right by the child!" ]
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{ "description": "The kitchen in this cottage is small and simple but it is perfect for the small family who use it. It is just a little nook in the corner of the cottage, with wooden counters and a nice wooden basin to fill with water. There is stone oven and also beside the counters there is a fireplace where a pot hangs on a hook. Their are shelves full of plates and bowls and other tools, and a cupboard for food storage.", "name": "Kitchen, Inside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "family member", "self_name": "husband", "self_persona": "I try to be good to my wife. I want to provide for my family. I try to be strong." }
[ "uh, atually the market was closed, but I stopped by the forest and got these mushrooms. You want to fry them or boil them up or something?", "Boiled mushrooms? Why was the market closed? Did you stop at the tavern by any chance?", "The market was closed for me, personally becasue I spent all my money at the tavern. I'm wasted. But I did get you some mushrooms. and some grass. In the forest. An elf was there too. He was alright.", "Well, I guess we'll just have to feed our children grass and mushrooms. What could possibly go wrong?", "Yeah, that's what I was thinking. It'll be okay if you sort of scrub it off first. Like a salad. ", "You are so dumb. I can't believe I'm married to you. I should have listened to my mother.", "Get off me, thot! I'll go upside your head with my shoe, so help me, god!", "Oh, you think it's a good idea to threaten me in front of your child? Some great parent you are.", "Okay, okay. Let's just relax, here. Just give me my shoe back, and afterward, I'll try to be more attentive to your needs. We don't need to get violent. After all, I'm a dude trying to be a good husband to you.", "Oh, make me out to be the bad person. I'm not the drunk one holding a fistfull of grass.", "It's premium grass, baby. And besides, our kids will probably be into it. Judging from your mother, they have to be like 25% cow, right? You know? Because you're mother's so fat? You know what I'm saying?", "Thick! How many times do I have to tell you that the word is THICK? Besides, you're not exactly built like one of the king's knights." ]
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{ "description": "The kitchen in this cottage is small and simple but it is perfect for the small family who use it. It is just a little nook in the corner of the cottage, with wooden counters and a nice wooden basin to fill with water. There is stone oven and also beside the counters there is a fireplace where a pot hangs on a hook. Their are shelves full of plates and bowls and other tools, and a cupboard for food storage.", "name": "Kitchen, Inside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "husband", "self_name": "family member", "self_persona": "I am a relatively blessed person. I see other families with not enough beds as their are backs. It puts me at ease knowing their are only 4 of us. I love my family and want them to live a life of peace." }
[ "I hope you stopped at the market on your way home and got everything I told you to get.", "uh, atually the market was closed, but I stopped by the forest and got these mushrooms. You want to fry them or boil them up or something?", "Boiled mushrooms? Why was the market closed? Did you stop at the tavern by any chance?", "The market was closed for me, personally becasue I spent all my money at the tavern. I'm wasted. But I did get you some mushrooms. and some grass. In the forest. An elf was there too. He was alright.", "Well, I guess we'll just have to feed our children grass and mushrooms. What could possibly go wrong?", "Yeah, that's what I was thinking. It'll be okay if you sort of scrub it off first. Like a salad. ", "You are so dumb. I can't believe I'm married to you. I should have listened to my mother.", "Get off me, thot! I'll go upside your head with my shoe, so help me, god!", "Oh, you think it's a good idea to threaten me in front of your child? Some great parent you are.", "Okay, okay. Let's just relax, here. Just give me my shoe back, and afterward, I'll try to be more attentive to your needs. We don't need to get violent. After all, I'm a dude trying to be a good husband to you.", "Oh, make me out to be the bad person. I'm not the drunk one holding a fistfull of grass.", "It's premium grass, baby. And besides, our kids will probably be into it. Judging from your mother, they have to be like 25% cow, right? You know? Because you're mother's so fat? You know what I'm saying?" ]
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{ "description": "The library is a humongous cavernous room full of floor to ceiling shelves. Each shelf is stocked full of every type of book imaginable, most in impeccable condition. Near all of the shelves, there are types of reading nooks with benches or chaises for people to relax and read. There are some tables and chairs for study in one half of the room. There is a large fireplace in the center and some comfortable lounge chairs arranged around it for socializing. On the sparse wall space there are tapestries. Some small end tables hold huge vases of pink flowers.", "name": "Library, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "preist", "self_name": "librarian", "self_persona": "I work in a quiet place with lots of books. I enjoy reading to the children when they come in to the library. I am a very happy person." }
[ "Wonderful, I just finished with a class of younglings. It was a reading from the Sermons of St. Dwyfed. How do you fare today father?", "Another day immersed in scripture, any new religious texts available?", "Well, we do have this tome recently copied by the Order of Saint Hilda convent in Muddlewark. It discusses 101 ways to lose weight during a fast.", "I see, maybe something a bit less bodily oriented?", "Well, this volume is the 364th volume of Saint Therese's autobiography. Of her attempts to convert the mole-people of Pelagia. Very inspiring.", "I was under the impression mole people could not understand our language?", "And the following 7 volumes are the thrilling account of her unsuccessful attempts at learning it! Surely an inspiring tale for the people in these most trying times.", "That would sound as if it is meant to teach persistence. ", "Certainly, persistence against adversity, as well as faith even in failure.", "Things we can all aspire to learn, certainly they would prove helpful in life.", "Which teaching of Saint Therese has inspired you the most father?", "I would say the one where she goes on to drink 40 pints of mead in order to show that God forgives all." ]
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{ "description": "The library is a humongous cavernous room full of floor to ceiling shelves. Each shelf is stocked full of every type of book imaginable, most in impeccable condition. Near all of the shelves, there are types of reading nooks with benches or chaises for people to relax and read. There are some tables and chairs for study in one half of the room. There is a large fireplace in the center and some comfortable lounge chairs arranged around it for socializing. On the sparse wall space there are tapestries. Some small end tables hold huge vases of pink flowers.", "name": "Library, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "librarian", "self_name": "preist", "self_persona": "I spend most of my time praying and givings sermons. I live in the local church. I am educated and dutifully serve my post." }
[ "How has the library been these days?", "Wonderful, I just finished with a class of younglings. It was a reading from the Sermons of St. Dwyfed. How do you fare today father?", "Another day immersed in scripture, any new religious texts available?", "Well, we do have this tome recently copied by the Order of Saint Hilda convent in Muddlewark. It discusses 101 ways to lose weight during a fast.", "I see, maybe something a bit less bodily oriented?", "Well, this volume is the 364th volume of Saint Therese's autobiography. Of her attempts to convert the mole-people of Pelagia. Very inspiring.", "I was under the impression mole people could not understand our language?", "And the following 7 volumes are the thrilling account of her unsuccessful attempts at learning it! Surely an inspiring tale for the people in these most trying times.", "That would sound as if it is meant to teach persistence. ", "Certainly, persistence against adversity, as well as faith even in failure.", "Things we can all aspire to learn, certainly they would prove helpful in life.", "Which teaching of Saint Therese has inspired you the most father?" ]
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{ "description": "The dining hall is a grandiose room with enormously tall ceilings. Their is one long wooden dining table, with two huge chairs on each end, and normal benches on the sides. The walls of the room are decorated with huge elegant tapestries depicting memories and moments of the kingdom. Their is a stage for performers, and there are many windows that offer spectacular views of the beautiful castle grounds.", "name": "Dining Hall, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "jester", "self_name": "family member", "self_persona": "I'm but a member of the king's family. Royal blood runs in my viens but my path to the throne is a long one." }
[ "What a delight! It is good to be the King . . . s cousin.", "Certainly a bit less responsibility at the least.", "Did I say you could stop juggling? But yes, I suppose you're right - only about 40 cousins and distant relations in the way. And they breed faster than they die!", "-continues juggling- is there something else you want to see?", "Can you do any acrobatics?", "-tries a tumble across the floor and it goes horribly- You did not ask if I could do them well.", "Hmmm, any other talents of amusement?", "Well I can paint? Or some say they like it anyway.", "Certainly, paint the walls. It's not like I care, everything is owned by my cousin anyway.", "Any particular color?", "Make as much of a mess as you can, and describe to me in great detail whenever you paint something that looks particularly valuable.", "Alright then. I suppose I will start flicking paint at the walls and so on." ]
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{ "description": "The dining hall is a grandiose room with enormously tall ceilings. Their is one long wooden dining table, with two huge chairs on each end, and normal benches on the sides. The walls of the room are decorated with huge elegant tapestries depicting memories and moments of the kingdom. Their is a stage for performers, and there are many windows that offer spectacular views of the beautiful castle grounds.", "name": "Dining Hall, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "family member", "self_name": "jester", "self_persona": "I am funny. I like to entertain people. I work in a royal court." }
[ "-juggles some balls around-", "What a delight! It is good to be the King . . . s cousin.", "Certainly a bit less responsibility at the least.", "Did I say you could stop juggling? But yes, I suppose you're right - only about 40 cousins and distant relations in the way. And they breed faster than they die!", "-continues juggling- is there something else you want to see?", "Can you do any acrobatics?", "-tries a tumble across the floor and it goes horribly- You did not ask if I could do them well.", "Hmmm, any other talents of amusement?", "Well I can paint? Or some say they like it anyway.", "Certainly, paint the walls. It's not like I care, everything is owned by my cousin anyway.", "Any particular color?", "Make as much of a mess as you can, and describe to me in great detail whenever you paint something that looks particularly valuable." ]
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{ "description": "The courtyard is a huge pavilion of stone patio outside of the palace. It is in the shape of a large rectangle and boarders the west end of the palace. It is bordered in luscious hedges dotted with colorful flowers, particularly roses. Throughout the courtyard there are potted flowers, stone benches, statues and bird baths and fenced garden plots, and also a central atrium, that all evoke the feeling on an Arcadian garden.", "name": "Courtyard, Outside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "cardinal", "self_name": "ancient king", "self_persona": "I am the ancient king from a neighboring kingdom. I walk slowly and with purpose. I have a beard down to my waist and large ears." }
[ "I'm from the land of Acadia a few kingdoms to the east. Such beautiful roses in this courtyard!", "I would agree, I often come here to ease my mind.", "Ease your mind? What troubles you?", "Even someone such as I commits sins now and again.", "I see. And do you have to go to confessional, too?", "I have not for I am afraid my sins are grave.", "Oh dear. I'm so very sorry to hear that. I cannot absolve you of your sins, but am happy to listen if you would like. ", "Well recently I have made the error in lying to the king, I did not do so maliciously. ", "Was it a big lie? Does it affect him in any way long-term?", "I do not know, someone has been stealing from the church and I have yet to find who. I told him that everything has been fine, but I am afraid our coffers lie bare. ", "How terrible that they would put you in that situation. Do you think you'll be able to find the culprit?", "I do hold hope that I can do so, it appears to be someone affliated with the church." ]
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{ "description": "The courtyard is a huge pavilion of stone patio outside of the palace. It is in the shape of a large rectangle and boarders the west end of the palace. It is bordered in luscious hedges dotted with colorful flowers, particularly roses. Throughout the courtyard there are potted flowers, stone benches, statues and bird baths and fenced garden plots, and also a central atrium, that all evoke the feeling on an Arcadian garden.", "name": "Courtyard, Outside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "ancient king", "self_name": "cardinal", "self_persona": "I am a cardinal who is trusted in the church. I have done terrible things that I will never tell anyone. I have personally lied to the king." }
[ "Ah, what land are you from? You look a bit different.", "I'm from the land of Acadia a few kingdoms to the east. Such beautiful roses in this courtyard!", "I would agree, I often come here to ease my mind.", "Ease your mind? What troubles you?", "Even someone such as I commits sins now and again.", "I see. And do you have to go to confessional, too?", "I have not for I am afraid my sins are grave.", "Oh dear. I'm so very sorry to hear that. I cannot absolve you of your sins, but am happy to listen if you would like. ", "Well recently I have made the error in lying to the king, I did not do so maliciously. ", "Was it a big lie? Does it affect him in any way long-term?", "I do not know, someone has been stealing from the church and I have yet to find who. I told him that everything has been fine, but I am afraid our coffers lie bare. ", "How terrible that they would put you in that situation. Do you think you'll be able to find the culprit?" ]
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{ "description": "Covered with rotting meat from nearby wildlife, the Troll's lair reeks of death. If the stench alone wasn't enough to scare off an unfortunate travelers who stumbled upon it, the bones of unlucky spelunkers would be. The Troll places his spoils near the numerous stalagmites on the damp cave wall, his red eyes patiently scanning the dark cave interior for anything that may disturb his isolation.", "name": "The Troll's Lair, Cave" }
{ "partner_name": "knight", "self_name": "spelunker", "self_persona": "I am a spelunker. I work with a group of fellow spelunkers. We explore caves in hopes of finding lost treasures once hidden. We were hired by the king to discover lost royal treasure. To our misfortune we are now lost." }
[ "Ah, brave knight, I thought so at first. But now it appears I am lost. And with all this rotting wildlife here, I am afraid we may become troll food soon. ", "There, there lad - I used to be a spelunker in my youth. See these turtles? Grab on to one, and follow it as it runs. They will head to the nearest exit as soon as they smell a troll . . .though, admittedly not very quickly.", "Grab onto a turtle? Have you lost your mind!? They are not fast enough to escape the troll! We will surely be eaten if we follow your plan.", "Well, do you have any better ideas?", "Hmmm, let me think. Ah, I think I've got it. Do you see that pile of treasure near those stalagmites on the cave wall?", "It is dark but . . . yes, I do believe I can just make it out. I don't suppose the trolls declared that on their income taxes did they?", "Of course they didn't! Having explored many caves as the king's spelunker, I know they are wicked beasts. But do you want to stand their pondering tax law or do you want to hear my plan?", "Well, I am bound to serve and enforce the king's laws, but I see your point. Please, enlighten me.", "Trolls love treasure more than they love food. So let me take your ring and we will distract him. Then we will run straight out the cave's entrance and escape this awful stinking hell.", "But that ring was given to me by the King! . . .Fine, but I will need your witness when I talk to the King's tax collectors when they come to collect the King's due.", "Aye, I shall be your witness. The king trusts me. Now, let's try and get the troll's attention.", "Ready when you are sirrah!" ]
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{ "description": "Covered with rotting meat from nearby wildlife, the Troll's lair reeks of death. If the stench alone wasn't enough to scare off an unfortunate travelers who stumbled upon it, the bones of unlucky spelunkers would be. The Troll places his spoils near the numerous stalagmites on the damp cave wall, his red eyes patiently scanning the dark cave interior for anything that may disturb his isolation.", "name": "The Troll's Lair, Cave" }
{ "partner_name": "spelunker", "self_name": "knight", "self_persona": "We are Knights of the realm. We serve the king and protect the outer villages. We train everyday for many hours. We have fought many wars to defend the castle and way of life." }
[ "Lot's of spelunker bones in this cave, are you sure that you know what you're doing?", "Ah, brave knight, I thought so at first. But now it appears I am lost. And with all this rotting wildlife here, I am afraid we may become troll food soon. ", "There, there lad - I used to be a spelunker in my youth. See these turtles? Grab on to one, and follow it as it runs. They will head to the nearest exit as soon as they smell a troll . . .though, admittedly not very quickly.", "Grab onto a turtle? Have you lost your mind!? They are not fast enough to escape the troll! We will surely be eaten if we follow your plan.", "Well, do you have any better ideas?", "Hmmm, let me think. Ah, I think I've got it. Do you see that pile of treasure near those stalagmites on the cave wall?", "It is dark but . . . yes, I do believe I can just make it out. I don't suppose the trolls declared that on their income taxes did they?", "Of course they didn't! Having explored many caves as the king's spelunker, I know they are wicked beasts. But do you want to stand their pondering tax law or do you want to hear my plan?", "Well, I am bound to serve and enforce the king's laws, but I see your point. Please, enlighten me.", "Trolls love treasure more than they love food. So let me take your ring and we will distract him. Then we will run straight out the cave's entrance and escape this awful stinking hell.", "But that ring was given to me by the King! . . .Fine, but I will need your witness when I talk to the King's tax collectors when they come to collect the King's due.", "Aye, I shall be your witness. The king trusts me. Now, let's try and get the troll's attention." ]
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{ "description": "Ornate and luxurious, the throne room gleams with gold and precious jewels. Priceless paintings of past kings line the sides. Underneath a vaulted ceiling, a regal red carpet connects the throne room's entrance to the golden throne itself.", "name": "Throne Room, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "king", "self_name": "craftsman", "self_persona": "I decided the other day that I would like to build a boat. Not a small 2 person boat, but a large, towering thing. One that could fit the whole village if it liked. I think I will start on it today." }
[ "Your Royal Highness, I've come with the plans for your Royal Navy, to finally crush those barbarian raiders once and for all!", "This pleases me. What exactly are your plans?", "Well, if ya don't mind me saying, yer Kingliness, I think I've outdone myself this time. Have a look at these here nails and tell me what ye think.", "I think these looks like a good way to test the raiders, but what do you plan on doing with them?", "Well, if ye noticed the slight green shimmer on 'em, that be a special coating by the blessings of the Dryads and Nymphs in the kingdom. When they're put inta the planking, it'll spread to the wood. This will make the wood alive, in a way, so that it'll be self repairing. And that's just the start o' it!", "Very good, very good. Take this cape, and begin your plan. But before you go, tell me what you think of my newest painting that I had commisioned", "Thankye kindly, Yer Wurshipfulness. Oh, erm... what is it... suppose ta be, if ye don't mind a commoner like meself asking? Tis a little... well it's colorful, I'll give ye that.", "It is supposed to be a likeness of my wife. Your queen!", "O-oh, of course! Ha, I see it now. My poor simple eyes are not used to such an... expressive painting style.", "Yes, I agree. It is quite the painting. I think I will have them do a painting of myself holding my sword next. ", "Just be sure that yer painter has enough materials afore he starts! With the raids, trade's been a bit slim lately.", "That is true. Thank ye for the reminder. That reminds me, you should head out and let the others know of your plans so that they can prepare." ]
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{ "description": "Ornate and luxurious, the throne room gleams with gold and precious jewels. Priceless paintings of past kings line the sides. Underneath a vaulted ceiling, a regal red carpet connects the throne room's entrance to the golden throne itself.", "name": "Throne Room, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "craftsman", "self_name": "king", "self_persona": "I am the king. I rule this kingdom alongside my wife, the queen. It is my divine right to be the king because my father was the king before me." }
[ "Hello craftsman, what brings you here?", "Your Royal Highness, I've come with the plans for your Royal Navy, to finally crush those barbarian raiders once and for all!", "This pleases me. What exactly are your plans?", "Well, if ya don't mind me saying, yer Kingliness, I think I've outdone myself this time. Have a look at these here nails and tell me what ye think.", "I think these looks like a good way to test the raiders, but what do you plan on doing with them?", "Well, if ye noticed the slight green shimmer on 'em, that be a special coating by the blessings of the Dryads and Nymphs in the kingdom. When they're put inta the planking, it'll spread to the wood. This will make the wood alive, in a way, so that it'll be self repairing. And that's just the start o' it!", "Very good, very good. Take this cape, and begin your plan. But before you go, tell me what you think of my newest painting that I had commisioned", "Thankye kindly, Yer Wurshipfulness. Oh, erm... what is it... suppose ta be, if ye don't mind a commoner like meself asking? Tis a little... well it's colorful, I'll give ye that.", "It is supposed to be a likeness of my wife. Your queen!", "O-oh, of course! Ha, I see it now. My poor simple eyes are not used to such an... expressive painting style.", "Yes, I agree. It is quite the painting. I think I will have them do a painting of myself holding my sword next. ", "Just be sure that yer painter has enough materials afore he starts! With the raids, trade's been a bit slim lately." ]
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{ "description": "Run down and smelly, the barracks houses a dozen of the king's guardsmen. It's made of wooden slats nailed together somewhat hastily, and the brisk air from the outside whistles through some small cracks between the panels. There are six beds in an open sleeping quarter, with a wooden chest at the end of the bed where the guardsmen store their personal belongings.", "name": "The Barracks, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "a large experienced guard with a grizzly expression.", "self_name": "king's guardsmen", "self_persona": "As Kingsguard my duty is to protect my Lord. I am sworn to defend him into death and beyond. My honor is my life." }
[ "Just the usual cold winds and boring shifts. Are you here to take over my shift for me?", "Can do if ya like. I've got enough back up at the jail for the night, figured I'd see if you guys needed any help.", "I'd appreciate that. The king has been working me like a dog recently. He's been worried about the unrest in the nearby miner village.", "Oh, unrest? I'll happily go over there and give them all a good slap if the King needs. What's going on over there?", "They aren't happy with the increased demand for iron making their shifts longer. He worries they will rise up and mount a strike", "Ha, well. Where do they think the swords come from? Iron doesn't mine itself. They want it all handed to them. ", "Indeed. In fact, I'm supposed to prepare the other guards here in the barracks to go to the village. You know, a show of strength to quell any ideas they might have.", "Makes sense. Power in numbers. What d'ya need me to do while you all get ready?", "Could you help me polish the guards armor? There are so many sets to go thru, it's tiring. If we both do it, we can both keep an eye out for anything suspicious, too.", "Sure thing, sir. Nothing like a shiny suit of armor to go into battle with.", "Haha, isn't that the truth. Has the king been working the guards hard, too?", "Yeah, same as always. I don't mind. No kids, no wife, gives me something to do. And sometimes it can be satisfying, giving a good punch to a drunk townsperson, can't it?" ]
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{ "description": "Run down and smelly, the barracks houses a dozen of the king's guardsmen. It's made of wooden slats nailed together somewhat hastily, and the brisk air from the outside whistles through some small cracks between the panels. There are six beds in an open sleeping quarter, with a wooden chest at the end of the bed where the guardsmen store their personal belongings.", "name": "The Barracks, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "king's guardsmen", "self_name": "a large experienced guard with a grizzly expression.", "self_persona": "I am a large experienced guard with a grizzly expression. I am mean and do not enjoy jokes. I protect my superiors and patrol the jail. I am not frightened by anything smaller than me." }
[ "Evenin'. Anything unusual happening over this way tonight?", "Just the usual cold winds and boring shifts. Are you here to take over my shift for me?", "Can do if ya like. I've got enough back up at the jail for the night, figured I'd see if you guys needed any help.", "I'd appreciate that. The king has been working me like a dog recently. He's been worried about the unrest in the nearby miner village.", "Oh, unrest? I'll happily go over there and give them all a good slap if the King needs. What's going on over there?", "They aren't happy with the increased demand for iron making their shifts longer. He worries they will rise up and mount a strike", "Ha, well. Where do they think the swords come from? Iron doesn't mine itself. They want it all handed to them. ", "Indeed. In fact, I'm supposed to prepare the other guards here in the barracks to go to the village. You know, a show of strength to quell any ideas they might have.", "Makes sense. Power in numbers. What d'ya need me to do while you all get ready?", "Could you help me polish the guards armor? There are so many sets to go thru, it's tiring. If we both do it, we can both keep an eye out for anything suspicious, too.", "Sure thing, sir. Nothing like a shiny suit of armor to go into battle with.", "Haha, isn't that the truth. Has the king been working the guards hard, too?" ]
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{ "description": "The entryway to the brush den is made of arched bushes and various plants, as is the ceiling and walls. The inside is furnished with seats made of plant roots that have grown together, and a table made of wood adorned with flowers and wooden cups and plates. A small vine dangles with a glowing floor from the middle of the ceiling that lights the room dimly. Three small beds lay in one corner of the room made of interlaced grass and leaves.", "name": "The Brush Den, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "boar", "self_name": "faery", "self_persona": "I am a faery, one of the fae. We are magical people who live in the forest. We try to avoid humans, because they will catch and enslave us for their own use, if they can. Our magickal skills enable us to live comfortable lives, and to keep away from those who would do us harm." }
[ "A talking boar! You must be enchanted by the witch. How can I help you, my dear friend?", "That is correct, I am enchanted... or cursed rather... by an evil witch. That is why I need help.", "I suspected as much. Please, tell me more so that I may help you.", "Thank you so much! I hate it here in this Den! ", "Are you being held prisoner in this den? These vines have grown about everywhere - it's impossible to get around.", "No, this is the only place I can live without being hunted by the humans. ", "Oh, I see. I hate their type. They are always trying to catch and enslave me. You say you are cursed by the witch. I can help you but I need to know what curse she has put upon you.", "Well now that you say you hate them, I don't know if I should tell you...", "Suit yourself, my friend. You would hate them, too, if they were constantly enslaving your people.", "Well I am a human...", "You! A human?! Perhaps we can work together. I can help return you to your form, and you can prevent your people from capturing faeries like me!", "I think we can do that, I used to be quite the ruler when I was human." ]
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{ "description": "The entryway to the brush den is made of arched bushes and various plants, as is the ceiling and walls. The inside is furnished with seats made of plant roots that have grown together, and a table made of wood adorned with flowers and wooden cups and plates. A small vine dangles with a glowing floor from the middle of the ceiling that lights the room dimly. Three small beds lay in one corner of the room made of interlaced grass and leaves.", "name": "The Brush Den, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "faery", "self_name": "boar", "self_persona": "I am an ugly animal. I am eaten sometimes for food. I do not like those who try to hunt me." }
[ "Hello faery, do you think you could help me?", "A talking boar! You must be enchanted by the witch. How can I help you, my dear friend?", "That is correct, I am enchanted... or cursed rather... by an evil witch. That is why I need help.", "I suspected as much. Please, tell me more so that I may help you.", "Thank you so much! I hate it here in this Den! ", "Are you being held prisoner in this den? These vines have grown about everywhere - it's impossible to get around.", "No, this is the only place I can live without being hunted by the humans. ", "Oh, I see. I hate their type. They are always trying to catch and enslave me. You say you are cursed by the witch. I can help you but I need to know what curse she has put upon you.", "Well now that you say you hate them, I don't know if I should tell you...", "Suit yourself, my friend. You would hate them, too, if they were constantly enslaving your people.", "Well I am a human...", "You! A human?! Perhaps we can work together. I can help return you to your form, and you can prevent your people from capturing faeries like me!" ]
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{ "description": "A medium length table is covered with a deep red bolt of silk. The edges of the cloth have ornate embroidered gold patterns. A hefty sized ornate cross decorated in diamonds, sapphires, and rubies reflects bits of colored light across the top of the table. Up above, a decorative stained-glass window looms.", "name": "Next to an Altar, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "The humans walking around. I am one of them. A head, 2 arms, and two legs. No tail!" }
[ "Good day. The stained glass window is beautiful.", "Congratulations", "I've come to confess. What are you doing here?", "I want to get to you", "Aiiieeee. I have done nothing to you.", "Relax . Was just kidding", "Why would you do that?", "Just kidding. Easy", "If we work together maybe we can get some of these gems.", "Very true", "Quick, grab the rubies too.", "Thanks" ]
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{ "description": "A medium length table is covered with a deep red bolt of silk. The edges of the cloth have ornate embroidered gold patterns. A hefty sized ornate cross decorated in diamonds, sapphires, and rubies reflects bits of colored light across the top of the table. Up above, a decorative stained-glass window looms.", "name": "Next to an Altar, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "servant", "self_persona": "I am a servant in a large house. I clean dishes and help the rich people get dressed. I live under the house in a cozy little room and I have lots to eat. My job is pretty good." }
[ "Hi", "Good day. The stained glass window is beautiful.", "Congratulations", "I've come to confess. What are you doing here?", "I want to get to you", "Aiiieeee. I have done nothing to you.", "Relax . Was just kidding", "Why would you do that?", "Just kidding. Easy", "If we work together maybe we can get some of these gems.", "Very true", "Quick, grab the rubies too." ]
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{ "description": "Large and extravagant, the room is adorned with crystals, polished gold and sapphires. There's long tables with beautiful silk table clothes covering them. Plush chairs line the tables. In front of each table is plates made from fine China, next to the plates is sterling silver silverware laid upon a pure white napkin. There's a stage where there's 2 thrones overlooking the table. The whole ceiling is large and adorned with chandeliers and garnished with gold accents.", "name": "The Ball Room, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "president", "self_name": "mayor", "self_persona": "I am the mayor of the village. I help the king keep order of the subjects. I have a high position in the kingdom." }
[ "This is a very luxurious room, President. Here. The King told me to pass this on to you.", "This is a letter for the king assuring my rule in this part of the kingdom, thank you mayor, I will place document on a sacred place", "He also gave me this to give to you. He told me that you need to keep this in a VERY safe place until he comes for it.", "Thats the key to the kingdom I wonder why the king trusted me with this item, his throne must be in real danger", "Yes, sir. He has also trusted me with other objects such as this to keep. We are his trusted allies.", "Thank you, he must trust you a lot as well, here take this as a sign of my affection, its a royal jewel taken out of the volcano of Mordor", "This is absolutely beautiful. I have heardd that Mordor is beyond the wall. Is that true?", "That is true, only the bravest warriors go to that place, its full with dangers and fierce animals", "Oh dear. What if our King went there? What if there is something there he needs for battles to come!", "Our king is a fierce warrior but I am worried, who knows what can happen if he goes to a battle in a place like that one", "I heard there are things that walk the forest and come with the cold. We must safe our King!", "Lets hurry then, lets gather an army and go aid our king, heres a book with the names of the bravest soldiers in the kingdom" ]
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{ "description": "Large and extravagant, the room is adorned with crystals, polished gold and sapphires. There's long tables with beautiful silk table clothes covering them. Plush chairs line the tables. In front of each table is plates made from fine China, next to the plates is sterling silver silverware laid upon a pure white napkin. There's a stage where there's 2 thrones overlooking the table. The whole ceiling is large and adorned with chandeliers and garnished with gold accents.", "name": "The Ball Room, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "mayor", "self_name": "president", "self_persona": "I won the election. People listen to what I say. I am very powerful." }
[ "So much luxuty in this room, many rulers have been here before us. ", "This is a very luxurious room, President. Here. The King told me to pass this on to you.", "This is a letter for the king assuring my rule in this part of the kingdom, thank you mayor, I will place document on a sacred place", "He also gave me this to give to you. He told me that you need to keep this in a VERY safe place until he comes for it.", "Thats the key to the kingdom I wonder why the king trusted me with this item, his throne must be in real danger", "Yes, sir. He has also trusted me with other objects such as this to keep. We are his trusted allies.", "Thank you, he must trust you a lot as well, here take this as a sign of my affection, its a royal jewel taken out of the volcano of Mordor", "This is absolutely beautiful. I have heardd that Mordor is beyond the wall. Is that true?", "That is true, only the bravest warriors go to that place, its full with dangers and fierce animals", "Oh dear. What if our King went there? What if there is something there he needs for battles to come!", "Our king is a fierce warrior but I am worried, who knows what can happen if he goes to a battle in a place like that one", "I heard there are things that walk the forest and come with the cold. We must safe our King!" ]
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{ "description": "The river that runs through this part of the forest is clear and cold and crystal blue. Small fish dart about, and a few lazy insects flit back and forth above the riverbank. Lush grass slopes up from the river itself.", "name": "Along the banks of a river in the forest, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "deer", "self_name": "fish", "self_persona": "I love swimming in the river with the other fish. Mostly I spend my days looking for smaller fish to eat. When people cast lines into the river, we all swim away from them and hide. Sometimes one of the other fish gets confused and bites down on the lures." }
[ "You think it's hard for you to carry things? Have you seen my fins?", "Your fins look powerful, my friend You're a strong swimmer. It's one of your finer qualities!", "Swimming I can do, carrying things...not so much! Just let me know if that bear starts looking hungry.", "This bear? He's a vegetarian! ", "Well that is wonderful to hear. It's probably hard to tell, with me being all wet, but I was really sweating.", "I thought something smelled . . . fishy? But seriously, hows the water today?", "It is delightful. Are you going to come in for a swim? I'll make sure that the turtles don't nip at your feet.", "I don't want to leave my friend behind. Look at him! So bi and fluffy I can't keep my hands off him!", "He can come in too, but make him promise not to eat me. I mean it. I want to hear him promise.", "I've got a better idea.Why don't YOU come up on the shore with us!", "NOOOOOO! I can't breathe. Put me back! I'm dying!!!", "Here my friend! Help him! He can't breathe! He needs mouth to mouth resuscitation! " ]
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{ "description": "The river that runs through this part of the forest is clear and cold and crystal blue. Small fish dart about, and a few lazy insects flit back and forth above the riverbank. Lush grass slopes up from the river itself.", "name": "Along the banks of a river in the forest, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "fish", "self_name": "deer", "self_persona": "I am a deer. I live in a beautiful forest and am usually left alone. Sometimes the king and his friends try and hunt me with big packs of dogs. I don't like being chased." }
[ "Ah, what a wonderful day in the forest. So good not to be carrying anything to day! What say you?", "You think it's hard for you to carry things? Have you seen my fins?", "Your fins look powerful, my friend You're a strong swimmer. It's one of your finer qualities!", "Swimming I can do, carrying things...not so much! Just let me know if that bear starts looking hungry.", "This bear? He's a vegetarian! ", "Well that is wonderful to hear. It's probably hard to tell, with me being all wet, but I was really sweating.", "I thought something smelled . . . fishy? But seriously, hows the water today?", "It is delightful. Are you going to come in for a swim? I'll make sure that the turtles don't nip at your feet.", "I don't want to leave my friend behind. Look at him! So bi and fluffy I can't keep my hands off him!", "He can come in too, but make him promise not to eat me. I mean it. I want to hear him promise.", "I've got a better idea.Why don't YOU come up on the shore with us!", "NOOOOOO! I can't breathe. Put me back! I'm dying!!!" ]
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{ "description": "The more-than-king-sized bed is the dominating feature of this room. It has four tall posters, draped in the most royal blue canopy that you could imagine. The inner curtains of the canopy are made of the finest silk his artisans could get their hands on. Next to the bed is a lavish desk piled high with books. On the other side of the room is a fireplace and a chair, and yet another pile of books. [The King is an avid, AVID reader.]", "name": "King's Bedroom, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "the king", "self_name": "prince", "self_persona": "I am the prince to the king. I am the rightful heir to the throne. I need to marry a young princess." }
[ "Father, Sire, You know I love your books almost as much as you do. But please. We are meant to be discussing my choosing a bride.", "Look! Look at my crown! See how it shines like the sun itself! Will your wife be so bright?", "Any woman who becomes Princess will of course be the Flower of the Nation Sire, but obviously not quite as shiny as the crown. ", "Yes, it IS a fine crown. Do you want to know what I call it sometimes?", "No SIre, I really think we need to discuss Lady Bertha and Lady Blodwyn. I like them both, they have good families. Then there's Princess Tina who can bring loyalty from Tronta, Our neighbors. ", "Look at this book! It's about making choices! I've never read it. Know why? Because I'm rich. If you're baller rich like me, you don't have to choose anything at all. Why not have three wives? Are done here? I've got to spend some time with my crown.", "Are you well Father? ", "How dare you s uggest that I've gone mad from king's madness, the disease that only mad king's get. I've BEEN TESTED!", "Sire, stop, of course I didn't say that.... Guards, he's at it again, Guards! Help me wrap him in this throw. So he doesn't hurt himself. ", "Ah! These clothes! They're too tight! They're STRANGLING ME!!! God, why are you punishing me so? Must be clean! Cleanse me, oh LORD!", "Carefull with him men, Try not to let him wander in front of the window naked again. Drat, Sire, come here. ", "Oh, god, their hands are all over me. It's just like back in king school. They were all so cruel to me! Please, be gentle!" ]
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{ "description": "The more-than-king-sized bed is the dominating feature of this room. It has four tall posters, draped in the most royal blue canopy that you could imagine. The inner curtains of the canopy are made of the finest silk his artisans could get their hands on. Next to the bed is a lavish desk piled high with books. On the other side of the room is a fireplace and a chair, and yet another pile of books. [The King is an avid, AVID reader.]", "name": "King's Bedroom, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "prince", "self_name": "the king", "self_persona": "I rule over many people. I spend my days in leisure and comfort. I don't like people that I think are below me." }
[ "Look, you prince. Admire all my books. And what do you think of my crown?", "Father, Sire, You know I love your books almost as much as you do. But please. We are meant to be discussing my choosing a bride.", "Look! Look at my crown! See how it shines like the sun itself! Will your wife be so bright?", "Any woman who becomes Princess will of course be the Flower of the Nation Sire, but obviously not quite as shiny as the crown. ", "Yes, it IS a fine crown. Do you want to know what I call it sometimes?", "No SIre, I really think we need to discuss Lady Bertha and Lady Blodwyn. I like them both, they have good families. Then there's Princess Tina who can bring loyalty from Tronta, Our neighbors. ", "Look at this book! It's about making choices! I've never read it. Know why? Because I'm rich. If you're baller rich like me, you don't have to choose anything at all. Why not have three wives? Are done here? I've got to spend some time with my crown.", "Are you well Father? ", "How dare you s uggest that I've gone mad from king's madness, the disease that only mad king's get. I've BEEN TESTED!", "Sire, stop, of course I didn't say that.... Guards, he's at it again, Guards! Help me wrap him in this throw. So he doesn't hurt himself. ", "Ah! These clothes! They're too tight! They're STRANGLING ME!!! God, why are you punishing me so? Must be clean! Cleanse me, oh LORD!", "Carefull with him men, Try not to let him wander in front of the window naked again. Drat, Sire, come here. " ]
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{ "description": "Very small and very compact, trinkets, baubles, necklaces and beads hang from just about every corner of the makeshift stall. The stones glitter in the near-constant light of the day as the trader holds up one thing and then another to try to make some money for the day.", "name": "A jewelry stall, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "craftsman", "self_name": "the trader's wife that traveled with him.", "self_persona": "I am the wife of a trader. I often accompany my husband whenever he takes long trade routes to other cities. This way, I can often see the world." }
[ "They are certainly fine craftsmanship, though I would prefer something a little more. . . exotic?", "Like What?", "Well I don't know! Something different, not like what you see most women around here wearing.", "Diamonds?", "Far too plain. Do you have any with emeralds?", "Let me check out", "You do what you require.", "Here they are", "This is a bauble, not proper jewelry! ", "Sorry i don't have any other", "You only have one? What kind of craftsman are you?", "They are out of stock. You are not the only customer" ]
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{ "description": "Very small and very compact, trinkets, baubles, necklaces and beads hang from just about every corner of the makeshift stall. The stones glitter in the near-constant light of the day as the trader holds up one thing and then another to try to make some money for the day.", "name": "A jewelry stall, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "the trader's wife that traveled with him.", "self_name": "craftsman", "self_persona": "I am building a new wall. I am a hard worker. I hate working in the sun." }
[ "Do you like these necklaces", "They are certainly fine craftsmanship, though I would prefer something a little more. . . exotic?", "Like What?", "Well I don't know! Something different, not like what you see most women around here wearing.", "Diamonds?", "Far too plain. Do you have any with emeralds?", "Let me check out", "You do what you require.", "Here they are", "This is a bauble, not proper jewelry! ", "Sorry i don't have any other", "You only have one? What kind of craftsman are you?" ]
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{ "description": "The Winter Gardens' name is a bit of a misdirection - there are flowers here that bloom at many different times of the year. It's almost the size of an entire town square, and it has almost every known flora of the Continent in it.", "name": "The Winter Gardens, Outside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "worms", "self_persona": "I am a worm who slides through the dirt. I hear many secrets that people tell in the forest. I can tell some to you, if you would like." }
[ "Noooo! I am a valuable life to preserve! I know things!", "Worms that can talk!? What sinister magic is this!?", "I have been able to talk to humans ever since I was born. ", "How did you acquire such a skill? Do the flowers that bloom in these gardens have special powers that a simple maid like I cannot understand?", "Not the flowers, but out in ther forest i have heard of magical herbs.", "If not the flowers, then how did you get such powers of speech? I am still curious. Surely you did not come all the way from the forest. These gardens are much too large for a simple worm to cross, even in a thousand lifetimes.", "I have been given this ability from a witch. This is what my father told me.", "A witch you say? Well then I must surely take you to my queen. She must know that there is dark magic present in her kingdom.", "Oh please no! She will most likely kill me.", "Tell me, why should I not take you? Give me a good reason and I may spare you yet.", "I know many secrets. I know where stolen goods are.", "Stolen goods!? Tell me, where they are! I may be able to use them to buy my way out of servitude." ]
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{ "description": "The Winter Gardens' name is a bit of a misdirection - there are flowers here that bloom at many different times of the year. It's almost the size of an entire town square, and it has almost every known flora of the Continent in it.", "name": "The Winter Gardens, Outside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "worms", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "I am the maid to the queen. I get her dressed in the morning and take care of her needs. I live in the servant's quarters on the lower level of the castle." }
[ "Ah, worms are here. They shall be useful for the queen's lizards to feast on. But first let me remove my apron so as not to dirty it while I collect you all.", "Noooo! I am a valuable life to preserve! I know things!", "Worms that can talk!? What sinister magic is this!?", "I have been able to talk to humans ever since I was born. ", "How did you acquire such a skill? Do the flowers that bloom in these gardens have special powers that a simple maid like I cannot understand?", "Not the flowers, but out in ther forest i have heard of magical herbs.", "If not the flowers, then how did you get such powers of speech? I am still curious. Surely you did not come all the way from the forest. These gardens are much too large for a simple worm to cross, even in a thousand lifetimes.", "I have been given this ability from a witch. This is what my father told me.", "A witch you say? Well then I must surely take you to my queen. She must know that there is dark magic present in her kingdom.", "Oh please no! She will most likely kill me.", "Tell me, why should I not take you? Give me a good reason and I may spare you yet.", "I know many secrets. I know where stolen goods are." ]
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{ "description": "It's spare and humble. A small cookpot sits over a fire, and a few books sit on a shelf. A candle sits in the middle of a table where there are a few plates and silverware set out in preparation for people to eat.", "name": "Servant's Quarters, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "court jester", "self_persona": "I am a living joke! my sould is what flies out of your mouth when something is funny. The king hates me!" }
[ "Yes like always, i wish the King appreciated it more.", "Tell me about it, all they do is order me around and I can't do anything about it.", "Would you like to grab something to eat with me?", "Yes, I haven't eaten in a few days! What is on the menu?", "It looks like fish soup! My favorite!", "Better than nothing, that's for sure!", "I have been made fun of a lot lately. I wish i was born a knight or a noble instead of a jester..", "It is tough luck that we were born so low on the totem pole.", "I guess you can relate. Have you spent much time with our King?", "No, he only walks in and barks orders about once a week. Is he easily amused by you?", "The only thing he likes about me is making fun of me.", "At least he laughs at you, he is always angry when he visits me." ]
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{ "description": "It's spare and humble. A small cookpot sits over a fire, and a few books sit on a shelf. A candle sits in the middle of a table where there are a few plates and silverware set out in preparation for people to eat.", "name": "Servant's Quarters, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "court jester", "self_name": "servant", "self_persona": "I come from the lower class. I do what I am told without question. I can not read. I have not seen my family in a long time." }
[ "Hello jester, busy work day today?", "Yes like always, i wish the King appreciated it more.", "Tell me about it, all they do is order me around and I can't do anything about it.", "Would you like to grab something to eat with me?", "Yes, I haven't eaten in a few days! What is on the menu?", "It looks like fish soup! My favorite!", "Better than nothing, that's for sure!", "I have been made fun of a lot lately. I wish i was born a knight or a noble instead of a jester..", "It is tough luck that we were born so low on the totem pole.", "I guess you can relate. Have you spent much time with our King?", "No, he only walks in and barks orders about once a week. Is he easily amused by you?", "The only thing he likes about me is making fun of me." ]
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{ "description": "The sun never seems to shine on this grave. The letters on the tombstone have long since faded, and many stories are told about whose bones lay buried in the dirt. Until recently, it was overgrown with grass and weeds. Someone had come and cleared the weeds, and the dirt looked as if it had been turned over.", "name": "A cursed grave, Graveyard" }
{ "partner_name": "an exiled person", "self_name": "a maid", "self_persona": "I always am cleaning. I don't enjoy cleaning, but it's the only way to keep food on my families tables. You can always find me sweeping away the dirt, or cleaning the dishes, or cooking dinner." }
[ "Which is why I am here! Cleaning the graveyard this week, why it has been left far too long. Don't get me wrong, I'm not particularly keen on the task, but it's the only way to keep food on the table.", "Well, that's kind of you. I sure appreciate it, although I'm probably not supposed to. Would you like some help?", "Please! This grave in particular never seems to get any sunlight, and it appears as if it has not been cleaned in a thousand years!", "Yep, this one's cursed. No sun, no birds... it just lays here getting weedier and weedier. At least it'll look great when done!", "Any idea who was buried here? Something was clearly written at one paint, but it all seems to have worn away. Perhaps someone cleaned it a bit too strenuously sometime in the distant past!", "I don't know for sure, but I've heard it was the King's mistress. She died under mysterious circumstances a couple of decades ago, and rumor has it the Queen would pay the caretakers a little on the side to clear every grave but this one. Crazy, huh?", "What an interesting tale! How fascinating if true. Where do you come from traveler? I do not recognize you from these parts.", "I come from a long way away. I was kicked out years ago... but I was framed, I swear! I didn't do what they say I did! Ah screw it. You have enough to deal with, never mind my self pity.", "No please, tell me more! It will take a long time to clean, so I have the time. It sounds dreadful though, what you must have had to put up with!", "The Prince of my homeland is a mean little brat. Entitled, rude... well. I was a hard worker. Day in, day out. He caught me on a bad day. I ran my mouth, sure, but I never touched him! Well, he claims I drew blood. Lies, all of it. Next thing I knew, I was out on a sailboat by myself. I slept until it hit land, and here I am.", "My goodness! What is this ruler's name? What land do you come from? My, I have so many questions, this is by far more interesting than most of my days.", "Prince Steven. And I don't know, anymore... he changed the name a while back, I heard. Wanted it to be more about him, I'm sure." ]
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{ "description": "The sun never seems to shine on this grave. The letters on the tombstone have long since faded, and many stories are told about whose bones lay buried in the dirt. Until recently, it was overgrown with grass and weeds. Someone had come and cleared the weeds, and the dirt looked as if it had been turned over.", "name": "A cursed grave, Graveyard" }
{ "partner_name": "a maid", "self_name": "an exiled person", "self_persona": "I'm exiled from my homeland. My morals were not endeared my the invaders. I hate the life of an exile." }
[ "What are you doing here? Bit dirty and decrepit for your like, isn't it?", "Which is why I am here! Cleaning the graveyard this week, why it has been left far too long. Don't get me wrong, I'm not particularly keen on the task, but it's the only way to keep food on the table.", "Well, that's kind of you. I sure appreciate it, although I'm probably not supposed to. Would you like some help?", "Please! This grave in particular never seems to get any sunlight, and it appears as if it has not been cleaned in a thousand years!", "Yep, this one's cursed. No sun, no birds... it just lays here getting weedier and weedier. At least it'll look great when done!", "Any idea who was buried here? Something was clearly written at one paint, but it all seems to have worn away. Perhaps someone cleaned it a bit too strenuously sometime in the distant past!", "I don't know for sure, but I've heard it was the King's mistress. She died under mysterious circumstances a couple of decades ago, and rumor has it the Queen would pay the caretakers a little on the side to clear every grave but this one. Crazy, huh?", "What an interesting tale! How fascinating if true. Where do you come from traveler? I do not recognize you from these parts.", "I come from a long way away. I was kicked out years ago... but I was framed, I swear! I didn't do what they say I did! Ah screw it. You have enough to deal with, never mind my self pity.", "No please, tell me more! It will take a long time to clean, so I have the time. It sounds dreadful though, what you must have had to put up with!", "The Prince of my homeland is a mean little brat. Entitled, rude... well. I was a hard worker. Day in, day out. He caught me on a bad day. I ran my mouth, sure, but I never touched him! Well, he claims I drew blood. Lies, all of it. Next thing I knew, I was out on a sailboat by myself. I slept until it hit land, and here I am.", "My goodness! What is this ruler's name? What land do you come from? My, I have so many questions, this is by far more interesting than most of my days." ]
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{ "description": "It is a grand room, with two ornate staircases leading up either side to a second floor balcony where there is a doorway at the very center. Other doorways occupy the sides of the second floor landing.", "name": "Foyer, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "subject", "self_name": "jester", "self_persona": "I am a jester. I am playful and silly, as is required to keep my royal subjects happy. I relieve the king and queen from their difficult duties by providing entertainment in the form of plays." }
[ "Hello there, commoner I see. What bring you here, to me! ", "Well I did not come here specifically for you, but you may be able to prove useful", "I come here to practice my rhyme, when I have time. What I can I do you? Perhaps see your future in my magical sphere?", "If you would like to do so, why not. It could not hurt afterall.", "Hold this crystal ball hence and blow on it, so that it may capture the scent of your essence to fine tune the reading.", "-holds the ball and blows on it- then what?", "Pass it here, and I'll hold it to my ear.", "Alright here you go.", "Hm... Yes... oh my, really? Are you sure?... ", "What did you see?", "You are destined firstly, for greatness! You will come across a pile of gold, but! You must immediately give away half to the first person you see, or else your life will be forfeit. If you do that, you will live a long, contented life. Also... apparently you need to watch out for mini unicorns? But it was getting a little crackly at the end there...", "What a strange fortune...I was hoping for some way to get out of paying taxes." ]
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{ "description": "It is a grand room, with two ornate staircases leading up either side to a second floor balcony where there is a doorway at the very center. Other doorways occupy the sides of the second floor landing.", "name": "Foyer, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "jester", "self_name": "subject", "self_persona": "I live in the kingdom. I pay taxes to the king. I dislike my lot in life." }
[ "Greetings jester.", "Hello there, commoner I see. What bring you here, to me! ", "Well I did not come here specifically for you, but you may be able to prove useful", "I come here to practice my rhyme, when I have time. What I can I do you? Perhaps see your future in my magical sphere?", "If you would like to do so, why not. It could not hurt afterall.", "Hold this crystal ball hence and blow on it, so that it may capture the scent of your essence to fine tune the reading.", "-holds the ball and blows on it- then what?", "Pass it here, and I'll hold it to my ear.", "Alright here you go.", "Hm... Yes... oh my, really? Are you sure?... ", "What did you see?", "You are destined firstly, for greatness! You will come across a pile of gold, but! You must immediately give away half to the first person you see, or else your life will be forfeit. If you do that, you will live a long, contented life. Also... apparently you need to watch out for mini unicorns? But it was getting a little crackly at the end there..." ]
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{ "description": "A nondescript square building that has room for two guards that change shift every 8 hours. There's a fireplace inside, food enough for a week and a large earthenware jug of water for cooking and drinking.", "name": "Guard Shack, Outside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "self_name": "a knight, captain, or general that may oversee the guards.", "self_persona": "I am the captain overseeing the guards at my prison. We had to relocate recently due to the fight breaking open part of our facilities. I've been very strict in moving the prisoners to the new location. Some of the guards don't seem to like me, but honestly I don't care." }
[ "Ugh, you have no idea. Is my shift over, then?", "Every 8 hours, though it does get tiring simply watching over things.", "Well, at least it's quiet. I suppose I shouldn't complain - you remember last week's incident? Messy business, that.", "This job does have a tendency to get that way at times.", "it was a hard thing to send back what was left of the bodies, I'll tell ya. Never seen a wyvvern make such short work of anyone. Rough way to go...", "Hardly a way to discern who was who when it came down to it.", "Well, I had the signet ring of Sir Fred, but aye, after that it gets hard ta separate one finger from another.", "Hopefully it will be quiet again for a while, that is always the worst part of the job. It is horrible trying to recruit new people after such events.", "Aye, there's not much glory to rouse up support when there's blood fresh on the fields... Say, did you hear something?", "Not again....What was that?", "I thought it sounded like... no, maybe I'm just jumping at shadows... although... it seems like it was bright daylight, and now it's gotten quite dark. And where are the bird sounds?", "You're right it was morning, what is even going on?" ]
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{ "description": "A nondescript square building that has room for two guards that change shift every 8 hours. There's a fireplace inside, food enough for a week and a large earthenware jug of water for cooking and drinking.", "name": "Guard Shack, Outside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "a knight, captain, or general that may oversee the guards.", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I am a guard who watches for things at night. I live in a castle. I do not enjoy speaking with people." }
[ "Long day?", "Ugh, you have no idea. Is my shift over, then?", "Every 8 hours, though it does get tiring simply watching over things.", "Well, at least it's quiet. I suppose I shouldn't complain - you remember last week's incident? Messy business, that.", "This job does have a tendency to get that way at times.", "it was a hard thing to send back what was left of the bodies, I'll tell ya. Never seen a wyvvern make such short work of anyone. Rough way to go...", "Hardly a way to discern who was who when it came down to it.", "Well, I had the signet ring of Sir Fred, but aye, after that it gets hard ta separate one finger from another.", "Hopefully it will be quiet again for a while, that is always the worst part of the job. It is horrible trying to recruit new people after such events.", "Aye, there's not much glory to rouse up support when there's blood fresh on the fields... Say, did you hear something?", "Not again....What was that?", "I thought it sounded like... no, maybe I'm just jumping at shadows... although... it seems like it was bright daylight, and now it's gotten quite dark. And where are the bird sounds?" ]
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{ "description": "An 80-foot tall bronze statue of a 8 legged Goddess is the centerpiece for this Hall. On four certain Holy Days in the Calendar, people from across the Continent come to worship at her feet and lay money, flowers, and wishes written on paper at her altar.", "name": "The Hall of the Goddess, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "scullery maid", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "I am a merchant from a far away town. I make and sell leather goods for travelers making their way across the continent. I used to be a man of faith, not I am a man who worships only gold." }
[ "Not exactly. I'm not really a believer in this type of stuff. ", "I've just finished with all my chores and have come to bring my last piece of bread for an offering. Hope this works.", "Is that really a good idea? I don't think anyone wants your moldy bread. ", "Yeah, maybe your right. It was my last piece anyway and I'm starving.", "That's probably a good idea. Do you usually walk around carrying moldy bread?", "I tend to save my bread and space it out. I never know when I'm going to get to eat.", "I just picked up this money off the ground. I think you could use it more than the goddess here.", "Oh thank you so much! I knew coming here was worth the walk. Thank the goddesses!", "You are so welcome. Just remember that I gave you the money and not the goddess. I still don't know why people worship her.", "Well, thanks again anyway. I must get back to the basement where I live incase the boss wonders where I am.", "Here's a flower, now don't be spending that money on moldy bread. Make sure that you do something fun with it.", "Maybe I will buy a new dress. I only get two a year from my boss." ]