task
stringclasses
1 value
setting
dict
characters
dict
dialogue
sequencelengths
0
12
speech
{ "description": "The small cottage was white with two, shuttered windows. It was in the unique shape of a circle and was built of plaster. Smoke billowed from the chimney.", "name": "Cottage, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "chicken", "self_name": "cooks", "self_persona": "I like to take unprepared food, and prepare it! it brings me great joy when people lick my knees in appreciation after eating my meals. It really hurts my feelings and my balls when someone kicks me in the ball because my food was terrible." }
[ "I wonder what I should make today.", "I think you should make some bacon. I hear it's so tasty and juicy. Much better than chicken.", "Hmmm, the last time I made bacon it turned out horrible. The customer kicked me in the balls!", "That's just because you can't cook! You're so bad you're even burning something right now. Look at all the smoke that's rising from the chimney!", "It's only because SOMEONE ate my herbs while I was preparing the meat. ", "You mean these herbs? You dropped them as you came in!", "Not these herbs, but I'll taking these before you eat them like last time!", "I didn't eat your herbs! Those lousy things make me sick and cause me to miss laying my daily egg. You know I don't like to miss laying my daily egg.", "Then where have my herbs been disappearing too? I haven't seen you lay an egg in a while either. ", "Beats me. Maybe if you opened some of these shutters around here you could look around and see if you lost it.", "Well if you don't lay an egg today, I'll have to cook someone instead... if you know what I mean.", "I'll lay an egg, as I do every day when you don't force me to eat herbs! But I think I'll be taking this just in case." ]
speech
{ "description": "Frogs croak in the reeds that surround the bog. The water is very murky and underneath the surface tadpoles dart around. There are minimal places to stand to stay dry.", "name": "Bog, Swamp" }
{ "partner_name": "lizards", "self_name": "tadpole", "self_persona": "I love playing with other tadpoles. I am the happiest tadpole of the pound. I am afraid of humans and dislikes birds. I want to grow and become a big frog." }
[ "I just want to grow to be a big frog", "You can turn into a frog? Weird. Frogs don't live in water though ", "I only play in water but i need somewhere to stand to dry. Any suggestion?", "How about the tree? I love climbing it and it's always full of tasty treats", "Can you help me climb?", "Sure I'd love to. Just let me know if you see any kids around. Hate them so much", "Also watch the birds for me", "Oh do they like to eat you too? Lousy flying monsters. If you're going to turn into a frog where are your parents?", "Yes. I am afraid of them. Humans too", "They are horrible. Hold on and we'll go up the tree", "Thank you", "I've never had a friend of another species before. How long before you're a frog?" ]
speech
{ "description": "Frogs croak in the reeds that surround the bog. The water is very murky and underneath the surface tadpoles dart around. There are minimal places to stand to stay dry.", "name": "Bog, Swamp" }
{ "partner_name": "tadpole", "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." }
[ "Hey there little guy. What are you supposed to be?", "I just want to grow to be a big frog", "You can turn into a frog? Weird. Frogs don't live in water though ", "I only play in water but i need somewhere to stand to dry. Any suggestion?", "How about the tree? I love climbing it and it's always full of tasty treats", "Can you help me climb?", "Sure I'd love to. Just let me know if you see any kids around. Hate them so much", "Also watch the birds for me", "Oh do they like to eat you too? Lousy flying monsters. If you're going to turn into a frog where are your parents?", "Yes. I am afraid of them. Humans too", "They are horrible. Hold on and we'll go up the tree", "Thank you" ]
speech
{ "description": "Long, wooden tables line both walls of the massive dining hall. There is also an ornately carved head table at the front of the room. Benches sit in front of the tables to seat everyone. Massive, golden chandeliers hang from the ceiling. Colorful stained glass windows shed vast arrays of light onto the floor and walls.", "name": "Dining Hall, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "peasant", "self_name": "king and queen", "self_persona": "I am a King and Queen. I rule the kingdom with an iron fist. I require subjects to be loyal and punish all who are not." }
[ "And what have you done to provide for your family?", "Every day I toil in the fields to provide what is on your table, yet you leave nothing for us.", "This table was cultivated from the Royal Gardens and Greenhouses! You would claim royal fruits and vegetables as your own? ", "No, but we are forced to sell all the food we grow to afford the heavy taxes you impose on us. The money which pays for your royal gardens and greenhouses and everything else in this dining hall!", "Dear peasant, do you not know that it is the duty of the Fogdes to set the tax rates? ", "If it is as you say, may I get a plate from you dining hall as a gesture of your sincerity?" ]
speech
{ "description": "Long, wooden tables line both walls of the massive dining hall. There is also an ornately carved head table at the front of the room. Benches sit in front of the tables to seat everyone. Massive, golden chandeliers hang from the ceiling. Colorful stained glass windows shed vast arrays of light onto the floor and walls.", "name": "Dining Hall, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "king and queen", "self_name": "peasant", "self_persona": "I am a poor farm worker. I don't know how to read or write. I am dependable." }
[ "My family is hungry, I beg you to have mercy on us and the village. There is so much food here, yet we are starving.", "And what have you done to provide for your family?", "Every day I toil in the fields to provide what is on your table, yet you leave nothing for us.", "This table was cultivated from the Royal Gardens and Greenhouses! You would claim royal fruits and vegetables as your own? ", "No, but we are forced to sell all the food we grow to afford the heavy taxes you impose on us. The money which pays for your royal gardens and greenhouses and everything else in this dining hall!", "Dear peasant, do you not know that it is the duty of the Fogdes to set the tax rates? " ]
speech
{ "description": "Long, wooden pews are positioned one in front of the other from the front of the room to the back. There are ornate stained glass windows on each side depicting the steps in the Crucifixion story. A long, red runner goes up the middle of the room to the altar.", "name": "Nave, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "congregant", "self_name": "lector", "self_persona": "I am a lector. I read the lessons at the church service. I enjoy reading. I have many books. I have poor eyesight. I dress humbly." }
[ "Excuse me?", "I want the coat", "Have you seen my spectacles?", "Yes they are good", "Are you new to speaking english? I can read you some lessons.", "Yes that would be nice", "Here is your very own bible.", "Put this bible on the altar, I already have my own bible.", "I am glad. God loves you.", "The wolves must be put to rest, pray with me that God lets us hunt well", "The wolves are back? Mon diux! ", "Take the clothing of the King on the hunt with you, we must stop the wolves from attacking our herd." ]
speech
{ "description": "Long, wooden pews are positioned one in front of the other from the front of the room to the back. There are ornate stained glass windows on each side depicting the steps in the Crucifixion story. A long, red runner goes up the middle of the room to the altar.", "name": "Nave, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "lector", "self_name": "congregant", "self_persona": "My congregation has decided to work with the headmen of the village to bless the wolf hunt. Usually we feel that God is against killing animals, but in this case the priest has decided otherwise. The church's herd is under siege." }
[ "take off", "Excuse me?", "I want the coat", "Have you seen my spectacles?", "Yes they are good", "Are you new to speaking english? I can read you some lessons.", "Yes that would be nice", "Here is your very own bible.", "Put this bible on the altar, I already have my own bible.", "I am glad. God loves you.", "The wolves must be put to rest, pray with me that God lets us hunt well", "The wolves are back? Mon diux! " ]
speech
{ "description": "The room is large. The largest of all the throne rooms. The carvings on the wall are ornate and historical. The room is clearly built for royalty. The bed is covered in designed covers. It is truly a sight to see.", "name": "King's Quarters, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "his father", "self_name": "king", "self_persona": "I am a king of the whole empire. I give rules and pursuit them. I am brave and fearless." }
[ "Thank you for saying so Your Grac.....Dad.", "Haha, the formalities do get tiring after a while, don't they?", "Yes, but I do look forward to leading from the front.", "You must remember that being a leader is not just about showmanship. It is about inspiring your troops to fight, and fight well.", "Like stirring speeches from horseback?", "That is only part of it. You must keep your countenance brave despite your pain. Fight honorably and treat your enemies as equals.", "Is that what you did when you had the Pox? I am glad you survived, even if your countenance is much more ... rugged now.", "Indeed. Your mother used to joke that she could read the star charts in my face.", "Do you think the barbers or surgeons will ever find a way to prevent it? Could we have Pax from the Pox?", "If you find it a cause worth supporting, you have the means to make it so.", "In what way? I really don't think the red rooms are helping much ...", "That is up to you to decide. As king, you have a legacy to think of now. What deeds do you want to leave behind?" ]
speech
{ "description": "The room is large. The largest of all the throne rooms. The carvings on the wall are ornate and historical. The room is clearly built for royalty. The bed is covered in designed covers. It is truly a sight to see.", "name": "King's Quarters, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "king", "self_name": "his father", "self_persona": "I love my son. I try to be a good role model. Sometimes I can have quite a temper." }
[ "You have done well in negotiations, my son. It truly was the right decision to step down from the throne.", "Thank you for saying so Your Grac.....Dad.", "Haha, the formalities do get tiring after a while, don't they?", "Yes, but I do look forward to leading from the front.", "You must remember that being a leader is not just about showmanship. It is about inspiring your troops to fight, and fight well.", "Like stirring speeches from horseback?", "That is only part of it. You must keep your countenance brave despite your pain. Fight honorably and treat your enemies as equals.", "Is that what you did when you had the Pox? I am glad you survived, even if your countenance is much more ... rugged now.", "Indeed. Your mother used to joke that she could read the star charts in my face.", "Do you think the barbers or surgeons will ever find a way to prevent it? Could we have Pax from the Pox?", "If you find it a cause worth supporting, you have the means to make it so.", "In what way? I really don't think the red rooms are helping much ..." ]
speech
{ "description": "The closet is a small dark room. There are different types of swords, axes, bows and arrows, and other types of weapons organized inside of the closet. It is just a barren, dark room with simple white walls and wooden floor.", "name": "Weapon Closet, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "knight", "self_persona": "I am a knight in the royal army. I am strong, brave and fearsome. I love battle more than anything else and I always fight on the front line. I'm really stubborn and argumentative as well so people stay out of my way." }
[ "You're in the weapon closet, are you blind?", "more than a litte, less than a lot lol. Im glad you came along when you did, i was about to have to feel my way out", "Blindness is a weakness that cannot be tolerated! You cannot let it hinder you!", "I think of it as an advantage, i cant see the danger. It has worked out so far for me", "An advantage you say? Does THAT feel like an advantage?", "Tis just a flesh wound they say, now where did i leave my masters armor, oh wait, im wearing it", "That is merely scrap metal not armor!", "if you say so, now where did i leave the shield, is this it?", "I will not tolerate this! This is an affront to my knighthood. Take me to your master, I would like to have a word with him!", "Not if i have anything to say about it", "Perhaps you are as brave and as fearsome as I.", "blind luck" ]
speech
{ "description": "The closet is a small dark room. There are different types of swords, axes, bows and arrows, and other types of weapons organized inside of the closet. It is just a barren, dark room with simple white walls and wooden floor.", "name": "Weapon Closet, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "knight", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "The humans walking around. I am one of them. A head, 2 arms, and two legs. No tail!" }
[ "Hmm, where am i and why is everything so sharp?", "You're in the weapon closet, are you blind?", "more than a litte, less than a lot lol. Im glad you came along when you did, i was about to have to feel my way out", "Blindness is a weakness that cannot be tolerated! You cannot let it hinder you!", "I think of it as an advantage, i cant see the danger. It has worked out so far for me", "An advantage you say? Does THAT feel like an advantage?", "Tis just a flesh wound they say, now where did i leave my masters armor, oh wait, im wearing it", "That is merely scrap metal not armor!", "if you say so, now where did i leave the shield, is this it?", "I will not tolerate this! This is an affront to my knighthood. Take me to your master, I would like to have a word with him!", "Not if i have anything to say about it", "Perhaps you are as brave and as fearsome as I." ]
speech
{ "description": "This chamber is the bedroom of a princess who lives in the castle. The bedroom is very luxurious and ornate, with a soft bed piled in quilts and a nice warm fire place adorned with trinkets. On the floor there is a big rug with a beautiful design. On the wall, there is a tapestry depicting a romantic looking garden scene. There are some fresh flowers on a table near the bed. There is one big window framed with heavy drapes near the bed.", "name": "Princess' Chamber, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "companion", "self_name": "dog", "self_persona": "I am a dog on a small farm. I help my master hunt for food. I protect the house from intruders and other animals." }
[ "Of course, ruff!", "We get to play with the Princess and play in such a wonderful place. What do you do all day dog?", "I'm more than happy just running outside and hunting, bark bark!", "Do you know what this goes to dog? I don't recognize it.", "Hmm I'm not sure, bark.", "I wonder what mysterious item it opens up. What if it leads to a mystical place in the castle?", "It could just be a normal key, bark!", "It could be I suppose.. but where's the fun in that? Wouldn't you like to explore a new land? See what kind of toys they have?", "Yes please! Ruff!", "Well then I think we should work together to search this Chamber and see where the key fits!", "Of course, let's go! Bark!", "Alright you search over there and I will look over here. I bet we can find it fast!" ]
speech
{ "description": "This chamber is the bedroom of a princess who lives in the castle. The bedroom is very luxurious and ornate, with a soft bed piled in quilts and a nice warm fire place adorned with trinkets. On the floor there is a big rug with a beautiful design. On the wall, there is a tapestry depicting a romantic looking garden scene. There are some fresh flowers on a table near the bed. There is one big window framed with heavy drapes near the bed.", "name": "Princess' Chamber, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "dog", "self_name": "companion", "self_persona": "I am here for my friends. I'm reliable and trustworthy. I would never harm the people I am loyal to." }
[ "Ahhh what a wonderful friend I have in the Princess, don't you agree dog?", "Of course, ruff!", "We get to play with the Princess and play in such a wonderful place. What do you do all day dog?", "I'm more than happy just running outside and hunting, bark bark!", "Do you know what this goes to dog? I don't recognize it.", "Hmm I'm not sure, bark.", "I wonder what mysterious item it opens up. What if it leads to a mystical place in the castle?", "It could just be a normal key, bark!", "It could be I suppose.. but where's the fun in that? Wouldn't you like to explore a new land? See what kind of toys they have?", "Yes please! Ruff!", "Well then I think we should work together to search this Chamber and see where the key fits!", "Of course, let's go! Bark!" ]
speech
{ "description": "The training fields are a large expanse of grass fields, filled with all sorts of training apparatus for the noblemen and soldiers. The grass is not anything fancy, scuffed up and dry in many places, but it gets the job done. There are hay bails arranged all over, training courses, archery targets, weights and more scattered about in stations.", "name": "Training Fields, Outside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "inhabitant", "self_name": "noble", "self_persona": "I am so sick of this peasantry demanding more food! It's not my fault they didn't grow enough to pay their grain taxes and eat! Lazy peasants are always wanting something. Sometimes, I think I should take my guards, and my money and leave. Let them deal with the wolves and the bandits on their own." }
[ "Yes I am, I forgot my canteen at home.", "It would appear I cannot pour it for you, may I pass you the pitcher in which you can take as much as you need?", "Sure, thank you sir. What brings you here?", "As a man, even tho a slave, we tend to gravitate towards lovely training arenas", "Ah, I see. When were you enslaved?", "When I was a wee lad...", "Well I'm sorry to hear, sir. This should be more than enough water for now.", "Tis quite alright, what weapon do you fancy?", "Usually a sword, such as this one!", "Sword seems to be shy, Mi'lord", "Excuse me? ", "my apologies, it would appear you sheathed the sword and I didnt quite get the look of it" ]
speech
{ "description": "The training fields are a large expanse of grass fields, filled with all sorts of training apparatus for the noblemen and soldiers. The grass is not anything fancy, scuffed up and dry in many places, but it gets the job done. There are hay bails arranged all over, training courses, archery targets, weights and more scattered about in stations.", "name": "Training Fields, Outside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "noble", "self_name": "inhabitant", "self_persona": "I'm a slave inhabitant of the palace. I was taken from my village at a young age . I will serve the king until I die or old age." }
[ "ello, Mi'lord. youre seeming quite parched today", "Yes I am, I forgot my canteen at home.", "It would appear I cannot pour it for you, may I pass you the pitcher in which you can take as much as you need?", "Sure, thank you sir. What brings you here?", "As a man, even tho a slave, we tend to gravitate towards lovely training arenas", "Ah, I see. When were you enslaved?", "When I was a wee lad...", "Well I'm sorry to hear, sir. This should be more than enough water for now.", "Tis quite alright, what weapon do you fancy?", "Usually a sword, such as this one!", "Sword seems to be shy, Mi'lord", "Excuse me? " ]
speech
{ "description": "The alchemists lab is a hidden, mysterious chamber at the top of the tower. There are all sorts of beakers and potions laid out on wooden tables. Smoke and light emanate from the experiments. A large shelf holds jars of strange ingredients, and in the center of the room there is some sort of huge vat of brewing liquid, bubbling and steaming.", "name": "Alchemists Lab, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "jester", "self_name": "crow", "self_persona": "I am a crow and I fly around looking for food. Whatever the villagers throw away I can eat. I also witness the history of the village and castle through the sky." }
[ "Caw, Caw, CAAAAW! I have a meat I don't care about you", "Rude bird! Rude! How very crude! Perhaps the turtle is in a better mood?", "Caw, gobble, Caw", "Oh turtle! Turtle! I like you! Unlike that crow! Your heart rings true! Hear a song I'll play for you!", "Didn't you come here for a potion? Sorry I had to eat, it's not often I get something that good.", "♪Oh turtle friend! Oh turtle friend! Turtle buddy till the end! I beg of thee always be true! Help me make the perfect brew! ♫", "Fine then if you didn", "Whoa! Turtle bud! You're such a help! We got the potion from the whelp! ", "Stupid turtle what good are you", "How dare you, fiend! Now I know! Why The good Mr Poe never wrote about you!", "Your the one that interrupted my lunch, I don't go squaking at you when you are eating.", "I should eat you, you stupid dink! Instead, I think I'll have a drink!" ]
speech
{ "description": "The alchemists lab is a hidden, mysterious chamber at the top of the tower. There are all sorts of beakers and potions laid out on wooden tables. Smoke and light emanate from the experiments. A large shelf holds jars of strange ingredients, and in the center of the room there is some sort of huge vat of brewing liquid, bubbling and steaming.", "name": "Alchemists Lab, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "crow", "self_name": "jester", "self_persona": "I am funny. I like to entertain people. I work in a royal court." }
[ "What, ho! Dear crow! What do you know? What potions brew and evil sow?", "Caw, Caw, CAAAAW! I have a meat I don't care about you", "Rude bird! Rude! How very crude! Perhaps the turtle is in a better mood?", "Caw, gobble, Caw", "Oh turtle! Turtle! I like you! Unlike that crow! Your heart rings true! Hear a song I'll play for you!", "Didn't you come here for a potion? Sorry I had to eat, it's not often I get something that good.", "♪Oh turtle friend! Oh turtle friend! Turtle buddy till the end! I beg of thee always be true! Help me make the perfect brew! ♫", "Fine then if you didn", "Whoa! Turtle bud! You're such a help! We got the potion from the whelp! ", "Stupid turtle what good are you", "How dare you, fiend! Now I know! Why The good Mr Poe never wrote about you!", "Your the one that interrupted my lunch, I don't go squaking at you when you are eating." ]
speech
{ "description": "The nursery is a room dedicated to the care of the young children living in the palace. The ceilings are decorated with a painting of cherubic angel babies playing in clouds. There are luxurious baby bassinets, rocking chairs with cushions, fireplaces to keep the place warm and many toys all over the place. Windows framed in simple drapes offer views of the gardens outside.", "name": "Nursery, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "nurse", "self_name": "a big sheep-like brown dog", "self_persona": "I am a big sheep-like brown dog. My owner is a poor farmer. He feeds me scraps in the afternoon. I sleep outside in the barn." }
[ "Got any scraps?", "No dear puppy but I'm sure around lunch time I could find you something..", "oooo when is lunch time?", "In a couple hours, I won't have anything until then I am afraid. Why don't you give a couple of the kids a horseback ride while you wait.", "I do like to play, I rarely get to do that with the farmer.", "Oh you poor thing, you are welcome here any time, you cheer up the children so much!", "I'm just glad to get all the attention.", "Who's a good boy? you are, you are!", "I am a good boy how did you know?", "Do you like scratches behind your ear, or are you more of a belly scratcher?", "I like both!", "You are a very good boy, what is your name? " ]
speech
{ "description": "The nursery is a room dedicated to the care of the young children living in the palace. The ceilings are decorated with a painting of cherubic angel babies playing in clouds. There are luxurious baby bassinets, rocking chairs with cushions, fireplaces to keep the place warm and many toys all over the place. Windows framed in simple drapes offer views of the gardens outside.", "name": "Nursery, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "a big sheep-like brown dog", "self_name": "nurse", "self_persona": "I care for the injured and sick. I apply leaches and balance the humours. I bring food and comfort to the dying." }
[ "Hello big fluffy dog, aren't you just adorable", "Got any scraps?", "No dear puppy but I'm sure around lunch time I could find you something..", "oooo when is lunch time?", "In a couple hours, I won't have anything until then I am afraid. Why don't you give a couple of the kids a horseback ride while you wait.", "I do like to play, I rarely get to do that with the farmer.", "Oh you poor thing, you are welcome here any time, you cheer up the children so much!", "I'm just glad to get all the attention.", "Who's a good boy? you are, you are!", "I am a good boy how did you know?", "Do you like scratches behind your ear, or are you more of a belly scratcher?", "I like both!" ]
speech
{ "description": "The royal stables hold all of the horses of the noble people living in the castle. They are very well constructed, consisting of expert mason work and fixtures of some sort of heavy, forest-scented wood. Each horse has a large stall, lined with fresh hay replenished by stable hands daily. On the walls of stable, there are tools used to care for and groom the horses, hung on hooks. The stables are lit by lanterns hung throughout the stables.", "name": "Royal stables, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "stable hands", "self_name": "horse", "self_persona": "We have hooves. four of them. and you can ride us. Oats please!" }
[ "A bit hungry you see.", "Well let me get you something to snack on. ", "Do you have any oats those are my favorite?", "Here you go buddy, I know you are starving.", "Thank you kindly, how are you today by the way?", "I'm ok, I love working with you guys so much but it's such a prison not being able to ride freely like I would love to do.", "The king prevents you does he?", "I am not allow to take any of the horses freely, I can only walk you and ride you when he asks and feed you and groom you. I have thought about taking a horse many times but the king would probably have my head for that.", "That seems a bit unfair considering you put in all the work.", "I know dear freind, but this is my job. I'm just not important", "If it were my decision you would be...", "What's that good boy." ]
speech
{ "description": "The royal stables hold all of the horses of the noble people living in the castle. They are very well constructed, consisting of expert mason work and fixtures of some sort of heavy, forest-scented wood. Each horse has a large stall, lined with fresh hay replenished by stable hands daily. On the walls of stable, there are tools used to care for and groom the horses, hung on hooks. The stables are lit by lanterns hung throughout the stables.", "name": "Royal stables, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "horse", "self_name": "stable hands", "self_persona": "I've forever loved horses, and someday want to just ride away from this place. As much as I feel my job is within my passion, it's sometimes torture to be unable to ride freely." }
[ "Hello pretty horse, how is my favorite buddy", "A bit hungry you see.", "Well let me get you something to snack on. ", "Do you have any oats those are my favorite?", "Here you go buddy, I know you are starving.", "Thank you kindly, how are you today by the way?", "I'm ok, I love working with you guys so much but it's such a prison not being able to ride freely like I would love to do.", "The king prevents you does he?", "I am not allow to take any of the horses freely, I can only walk you and ride you when he asks and feed you and groom you. I have thought about taking a horse many times but the king would probably have my head for that.", "That seems a bit unfair considering you put in all the work.", "I know dear freind, but this is my job. I'm just not important", "If it were my decision you would be..." ]
speech
{ "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": "chef", "self_name": "scullions", "self_persona": "I hate it here. I want out. Nobody appreciates what I do for this damned castle!" }
[ "Yes, Chef, right away Chef! What size pot?", "Something around 16 quarts.", "Here is the biggest pot I can find, Chef. What are you going to make in it?", "We are going to make a seafood based soup.", "I would love to watch if I may Chef? I have always wanted to learn to cook and I was kind of hoping i could move up in this kitchen..", "Certainly it is important that you learn, cooking for the nobles is exhausting.", "I thank you so much for your understanding, Chef! I am eager to learn and I will be so much help to you!", "Excellent, first we are going to place the seafood into the water to make a broth.", "So you will need some of this I assume?", "Quick thinking, we will want to throw them in with the shell still on to better flavor the broth.", "I'm not sure I follow Chef but I will trust your judgement. I just thought you needed water.", "Keeping the shell on the shrimp enhances of flavor of the water once they are cooked." ]
speech
{ "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": "scullions", "self_name": "chef", "self_persona": "I am a chef from a far off kingdom. I travel the region to cook regional delicacies for the local nobles. Often the local nobles ask me to cook dishes require rare ingredients. I make sure to charge high fees to cook exotic delicacies." }
[ "Scullion, fetch me a pot.", "Yes, Chef, right away Chef! What size pot?", "Something around 16 quarts.", "Here is the biggest pot I can find, Chef. What are you going to make in it?", "We are going to make a seafood based soup.", "I would love to watch if I may Chef? I have always wanted to learn to cook and I was kind of hoping i could move up in this kitchen..", "Certainly it is important that you learn, cooking for the nobles is exhausting.", "I thank you so much for your understanding, Chef! I am eager to learn and I will be so much help to you!", "Excellent, first we are going to place the seafood into the water to make a broth.", "So you will need some of this I assume?", "Quick thinking, we will want to throw them in with the shell still on to better flavor the broth.", "I'm not sure I follow Chef but I will trust your judgement. I just thought you needed water." ]
speech
{ "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": "prince", "self_name": "dog", "self_persona": "I am one of the dogs who lives at the monastery with the monks. I don't really do much all day but just lay around and take naps. Once in awhile, I get into a mood and like to run around and act wild." }
[ "Not a sailor, just a dog taking a nap in the boathouse. Are you going sailing?", "I am doing more than just sailing. I'm boarding one of these boats floating here and going to battle! Do you not know who I am?", "No, who are you? You aren't one of the monks I live with. Grrr, try to pull this rope from my mouth!", "I have no time to play with a mutt like you. I am the prince! Now give me that rope so I may load my ship.", "Oh my liege, please pardon me! Where are the rest of your men?", "That's a good dog, you recognize me now. My men are out on one of the other boats here. They're finding young maidens that will keep me company until the time comes to marry the princess.", "Hey Hey. It's good to be the Prince! Lovin' the ladies. Hmm, do any of them have dogs?", "Yes, there are some hounds with us. But they are highly trained dogs of war. You would never impress them enough to even get a glance from one.", "Hey, I've got skills you don't know about, your Highness.", "What skills do you have? Tell me and I may have use for you in my ranks.", "Well, I stole this rope from you without you noticing it. Plus, I can yodel.", "You're right, you did! And you can yodel!? Well, I may have use for you as a spy then! Seeing as we are set to invade nations where yodeling is common, you could impress their king and gather information." ]
speech
{ "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": "dog", "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." }
[ "Dog, what are you doing in the boathouse here? Do you think yourself a sailor now? Ha ha!", "Not a sailor, just a dog taking a nap in the boathouse. Are you going sailing?", "I am doing more than just sailing. I'm boarding one of these boats floating here and going to battle! Do you not know who I am?", "No, who are you? You aren't one of the monks I live with. Grrr, try to pull this rope from my mouth!", "I have no time to play with a mutt like you. I am the prince! Now give me that rope so I may load my ship.", "Oh my liege, please pardon me! Where are the rest of your men?", "That's a good dog, you recognize me now. My men are out on one of the other boats here. They're finding young maidens that will keep me company until the time comes to marry the princess.", "Hey Hey. It's good to be the Prince! Lovin' the ladies. Hmm, do any of them have dogs?", "Yes, there are some hounds with us. But they are highly trained dogs of war. You would never impress them enough to even get a glance from one.", "Hey, I've got skills you don't know about, your Highness.", "What skills do you have? Tell me and I may have use for you in my ranks.", "Well, I stole this rope from you without you noticing it. Plus, I can yodel." ]
speech
{ "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": "groom", "self_name": "a reluctant nun", "self_persona": "I am a reluctant nun of the castle. I have almost had affairs in the past. Religion is my life." }
[ "It certainly seems like it, it is natural to be nervous.", "Is it really that obvious? Please be honest...", "No, you told me you were though. What part makes you most nervous?", "Well, I want to be a good provider! What if something happens and I fail in my husbandly duties?", "That is an opportunity to learn! No first timer in anything is to not make a mistake.", "What if she grows cold to me? What then would I have left?", "That is the risk that you take being in a relationship, son.", "It's all so very final. I know it to be a good arrangement, and she is such a loving bride to be...", "Well then just enjoy it! You cannot live in fear of every little risk!", "Tell me Sister, if it's not too rude to ask. Why did you shun marriage and join the convent instead?", "I just found that my love for the lord would be greater than any Earthy thing.", "You don't sound so convincing, Sister." ]
speech
{ "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": "a reluctant nun", "self_name": "groom", "self_persona": "I am a groom. I do the king's bidding and work to provide for my wife. My goal is to have many sons to carry on my legacy. I am a weaponsmith and create swords for the army." }
[ "I...confess to being a bit...nervous, Sister. Being wed....seems like a whole different world.", "It certainly seems like it, it is natural to be nervous.", "Is it really that obvious? Please be honest...", "No, you told me you were though. What part makes you most nervous?", "Well, I want to be a good provider! What if something happens and I fail in my husbandly duties?", "That is an opportunity to learn! No first timer in anything is to not make a mistake.", "What if she grows cold to me? What then would I have left?", "That is the risk that you take being in a relationship, son.", "It's all so very final. I know it to be a good arrangement, and she is such a loving bride to be...", "Well then just enjoy it! You cannot live in fear of every little risk!", "Tell me Sister, if it's not too rude to ask. Why did you shun marriage and join the convent instead?", "I just found that my love for the lord would be greater than any Earthy thing." ]
speech
{ "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": "gardener", "self_name": "carpenter", "self_persona": "I am a carpenter in town and own a shop next to the blacksmith. I specialize in making ornate furniture which is popular with the nearby elites. I am meek and quiet, preferring to work with my tools in peace." }
[ "I think your garden is absolutely beautiful and I enjoy watching you care for the flowers ever so gently. I thought maybe I could help you repair your shed?", "Oh, well... that would be really kind of you. ", "I will get to work then, if you don't mind. ", "Of course, go right ahead!", "I'm going to remove the nails first since they pose a hazard. What kind of wood do you prefer?", "Hmm what options do you have?", "I have all types of wood, so it depends on what you prefer. Maybe pick out of the different types of wood you built you shed out of?", "I would think that dark oak would look very good, no?", "Great choice, it would go wonderfully with this garden. ", "I thought so, the rich dark color would compliment the light greens!", "Definitely. So what are you currently growing?", "Some normal flowers but also carrots and potatoes! " ]
speech
{ "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": "carpenter", "self_name": "gardener", "self_persona": "I am a gardener who loves harvesting tomatoes. I am in love with my friend Alice. I may someday get a job with the king." }
[ "What are you doing here today?", "I think your garden is absolutely beautiful and I enjoy watching you care for the flowers ever so gently. I thought maybe I could help you repair your shed?", "Oh, well... that would be really kind of you. ", "I will get to work then, if you don't mind. ", "Of course, go right ahead!", "I'm going to remove the nails first since they pose a hazard. What kind of wood do you prefer?", "Hmm what options do you have?", "I have all types of wood, so it depends on what you prefer. Maybe pick out of the different types of wood you built you shed out of?", "I would think that dark oak would look very good, no?", "Great choice, it would go wonderfully with this garden. ", "I thought so, the rich dark color would compliment the light greens!", "Definitely. So what are you currently growing?" ]
speech
{ "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": "mother", "self_persona": "I am a mother of eight children. I live with my family in a cottage in the countryside. I spend every day tending to the needs of all of my little ones which can be overwhelming, but I always manage to maintain a pleasing disposition and a happy smile." }
[ "Some creamy potato soup, I got some cream from the neighbors dairy cow", "It smells delicious. We truly are lucky to only have 2 children. ", "One more wouldn't hurt, what is one little baby, so sweet and snuggly.", "Well, it would be nice to have another lad to help in the fields. Or a wee lass for your work. But it's one more mouth to feed.", "I know, but I bartered for the milk with things that I made myself and I grow as many veggies in our home garden as I can, we could do it honey", "I just couldn't bear it if Maribeth and Nevill went hungry ... You truly think we are blessed enough for a third?", "I think we are blessed enough to have 8 someday if we really wanted to, Once the oldest ones get bigger they can start helping out much more with everything.", "But what if there is another famine? Or a plague?", "Children are a gift from God, you trust God he will give you enough to feed your family, all we need is faith and a willingness to work hard, God will do the rest.", "Well if you think it's best .... let's get started making one!", "The children are here and I am making dinner.", "Well this eventide then. You beautiful saucy farm wife you!" ]
speech
{ "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": "mother", "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." }
[ "What are you cooking?", "Some creamy potato soup, I got some cream from the neighbors dairy cow", "It smells delicious. We truly are lucky to only have 2 children. ", "One more wouldn't hurt, what is one little baby, so sweet and snuggly.", "Well, it would be nice to have another lad to help in the fields. Or a wee lass for your work. But it's one more mouth to feed.", "I know, but I bartered for the milk with things that I made myself and I grow as many veggies in our home garden as I can, we could do it honey", "I just couldn't bear it if Maribeth and Nevill went hungry ... You truly think we are blessed enough for a third?", "I think we are blessed enough to have 8 someday if we really wanted to, Once the oldest ones get bigger they can start helping out much more with everything.", "But what if there is another famine? Or a plague?", "Children are a gift from God, you trust God he will give you enough to feed your family, all we need is faith and a willingness to work hard, God will do the rest.", "Well if you think it's best .... let's get started making one!", "The children are here and I am making dinner." ]
speech
{ "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": "nobel", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "The humans walking around. I am one of them. A head, 2 arms, and two legs. No tail!" }
[ "What a wonderful library", "Thank you. It keeps my mind strong.", "I love reading so much, I have never seen so many books in my life. ", "Ah, what have you read?", "Utopia is my favorite, I have a copy of it and I have read it many times.", "Now myself I prefer The Republic more... ", "I have not read that one, is it in the library? ", "Yes, I think it is on the end table perhaps. A work by Plato.", "Oh, it looks wonderful! Might I borrow it a few days? I would love to read a new book!", "Yes you may. Find yourself a nook to relax in if you like. ", "Oh, that would be wonderful, I just love the fireplace, I shall go sit in front of it. ", "I think you shall like how he admires the strong minded. Can you read greek?" ]
speech
{ "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": "person", "self_name": "nobel", "self_persona": "I'm a regal man with nobility running through my blood. I've spent my life learning about the world. I have little tolerance for the weak-minded." }
[ "Pull up a chair if you wish. Sit by the fire a spell.", "What a wonderful library", "Thank you. It keeps my mind strong.", "I love reading so much, I have never seen so many books in my life. ", "Ah, what have you read?", "Utopia is my favorite, I have a copy of it and I have read it many times.", "Now myself I prefer The Republic more... ", "I have not read that one, is it in the library? ", "Yes, I think it is on the end table perhaps. A work by Plato.", "Oh, it looks wonderful! Might I borrow it a few days? I would love to read a new book!", "Yes you may. Find yourself a nook to relax in if you like. ", "Oh, that would be wonderful, I just love the fireplace, I shall go sit in front of it. " ]
speech
{ "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": "maid", "self_persona": "I am a girl who cleans houses for my bosses. I make sure to get everything very spotless so that I can continue to be employed. I also use some of my hard earned money to climb upwards in life." }
[ "It is good to see you! I trust breakfast was to your liking?", "Yes the eggs were done quite well I must say.", "Splendid! And the juice was just as sweet as you like?", "Indeed it was spot on, thank you for asking,", "Excellent... excellent... very... excellent...", "Hmm you seem to be acting a bit peculiar?", "...me, my lord? No... not at all! I'm just glad that you... like the juice. ", "Out with it already!", "Wh-Whoa! No need to be loud! You know, if you weren't so rude all the time, you wouldn't be surrounded by people that want to poison you!", "And if you weren't so obvious perhaps I would have actually drunk the juice instead of pouring it out.", "Oh, you're no fun! ", "I swear you are such a simpleton..." ]
speech
{ "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": "maid", "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." }
[ "Greetings maid.", "It is good to see you! I trust breakfast was to your liking?", "Yes the eggs were done quite well I must say.", "Splendid! And the juice was just as sweet as you like?", "Indeed it was spot on, thank you for asking,", "Excellent... excellent... very... excellent...", "Hmm you seem to be acting a bit peculiar?", "...me, my lord? No... not at all! I'm just glad that you... like the juice. ", "Out with it already!", "Wh-Whoa! No need to be loud! You know, if you weren't so rude all the time, you wouldn't be surrounded by people that want to poison you!", "And if you weren't so obvious perhaps I would have actually drunk the juice instead of pouring it out.", "Oh, you're no fun! " ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "What is it that is troubling you?", "As you can see, I have grown old and very tired. I fear that it will be my time to depart this world very soon.", "Has it been a good life?", "It has been a long one, full of conquest and progress, defeat and misery alike. I have brought you here to answer if you think I should be judged good in the next life.", "I cannot see a reason why you would be judged any other way, the lord shows mercy to those who make the effort to follow their path.", "It troubles me so, that I may have fallen short...only to realize it too late.", "What makes you feel that you have fallen short?", "Not any one thing in particular. It just troubles me in the back of my mind. Why is this happening?", "I cannot say, do you have a sin to confess?", "No, only a mind that doubts itself. I had always thought that I could make peace with Death, but now I am not so certain.", "I can imagine it can be a looming thing were it not dealt with early in life.", "Have you managed to make peace with knowing that your time too will end, Cardinal?" ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "The lavender in the gardens soothe my troubled mind...", "What is it that is troubling you?", "As you can see, I have grown old and very tired. I fear that it will be my time to depart this world very soon.", "Has it been a good life?", "It has been a long one, full of conquest and progress, defeat and misery alike. I have brought you here to answer if you think I should be judged good in the next life.", "I cannot see a reason why you would be judged any other way, the lord shows mercy to those who make the effort to follow their path.", "It troubles me so, that I may have fallen short...only to realize it too late.", "What makes you feel that you have fallen short?", "Not any one thing in particular. It just troubles me in the back of my mind. Why is this happening?", "I cannot say, do you have a sin to confess?", "No, only a mind that doubts itself. I had always thought that I could make peace with Death, but now I am not so certain.", "I can imagine it can be a looming thing were it not dealt with early in life." ]
speech
{ "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": "the troll", "self_name": "traveler", "self_persona": "I am a refugee from another kingdom. I have seen my die from bandits. I wish to find freedom in another place." }
[ "hi hungry, you missed some of that rotting meat over there", "Meat? Me like meat!", "This a big bone, Mr. Troll", "Bone too? Gimme!", "all yours", "Om nom nom, you not bad for human.", "Me bad to the bone, troll need lamp or nah?", "Lamp for what, me patrol cave?", "sure. Want to look for more bones?", "Well I do like bones, why not!", "*nods toward entrance* lets go that way then", "Alright me come along." ]
speech
{ "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": "traveler", "self_name": "the troll", "self_persona": "I am the troll who patrols my territory, on the lookout for weary travelers. My appetite for mammals and trinkets is voracious. I am foul smelling and large, but surprisingly agile." }
[ "Hmm hungry.", "hi hungry, you missed some of that rotting meat over there", "Meat? Me like meat!", "This a big bone, Mr. Troll", "Bone too? Gimme!", "all yours", "Om nom nom, you not bad for human.", "Me bad to the bone, troll need lamp or nah?", "Lamp for what, me patrol cave?", "sure. Want to look for more bones?", "Well I do like bones, why not!", "*nods toward entrance* lets go that way then" ]
speech
{ "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 guardsman", "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." }
[ "All is well in the Kingdom. At least on my patrol", "Say, do you know why there is a wench lying on one of the beds here in our barracks?", "I think Pete brought her home in a drunken stupor.", "Good old Pete! That is something he would do! What a character.", "He always gets the scary ones too, this one is missing a tooth.", "At least she's no threat like those ogres we faced last week. I think I can put away this shield and finally get some rest. Though the smell in here is worse than ever!", "Its always bad, it's even worse when it gets warmer out. It seems like there is another stench I haven't smelled before.", "I think it's coming from inside my helmet. Here, I'll remove it. Can you take a look inside and see if anything's in there?", "Did you put your lunch in it or something?", "Not that I know of. Look closer, there might be a strange creature that crawled in there.", "Is that a stink bug", "I'm glad that's all it is. With all these attacks lately, I've grown a bit paranoid. I sometimes even think something is going to jump out of that chest over there." ]
speech
{ "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": "king's guardsman", "self_persona": "I regularly patrol the castle to ensure the royal family's safety. I rotate out along with my fellow guardsmen to make sure I'm always well rested enough to be vigilant. I also live in a cottage on the castle's grounds with my family." }
[ "Hello fellow guardsman, how goes your patrol tonight?", "All is well in the Kingdom. At least on my patrol", "Say, do you know why there is a wench lying on one of the beds here in our barracks?", "I think Pete brought her home in a drunken stupor.", "Good old Pete! That is something he would do! What a character.", "He always gets the scary ones too, this one is missing a tooth.", "At least she's no threat like those ogres we faced last week. I think I can put away this shield and finally get some rest. Though the smell in here is worse than ever!", "Its always bad, it's even worse when it gets warmer out. It seems like there is another stench I haven't smelled before.", "I think it's coming from inside my helmet. Here, I'll remove it. Can you take a look inside and see if anything's in there?", "Did you put your lunch in it or something?", "Not that I know of. Look closer, there might be a strange creature that crawled in there.", "Is that a stink bug" ]
speech
{ "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": "ambassador", "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." }
[ "I am but a humble craftsman, the riches you see on display belongs to the king. But he appears to not be in at the moment.", "Surely you must know how these things were made? The nimble weaving of the carpet? The delicate brush strokes of the painting?", "It is true that I belong to a family of craftsmans, and through the years we've honed our skills passing it onto the next generation.", "Ah! So craftsman is a hereditary trade? What craft is your family known for?", "Unfortunately it isn't so, but we start and our taught the trade at a young age. For my family, it is wood working. I have actually come here today to propose building a magnificent boat.", "Truly? Well, then! You are in luck! I have come asking the King for a new trade route between our people! Tell me, do you think that you could craft a boat sturdy enough to haul the grand lumber off this land?", "Yes, I've come to request such support!", "Fantastic! Well, my good man, if you can make a ship as majestic as these carvings and and sturdy as an ox, I think we can strike a deal!", "It would be a honor to build a ship for the king to benefit our country and it's citizens. I want my families name to be remembered, the boat I plan to build shall be grand enough to fit the whole village.", "Fantastic! I'll gladly hire you on! Payment will come after she proves seaworthy of course.", "I shall not let you nor the king down, my family's name depends on it!", "What a pleasant twist of fate! This bodes well for relations between our two people! Oh, I cannot wait for the king to arrive! " ]
speech
{ "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": "ambassador", "self_persona": "I am a ambassador from a foreign country. I speak with the king regularly on how to achieve peace with my nation. I am trusted to be convincing and charismatic." }
[ "My word! So many riches on display! Tell me, good man! Tell me about your fine artistry! I wish to know all that I can about the glorious artists of this kingdom!", "I am but a humble craftsman, the riches you see on display belongs to the king. But he appears to not be in at the moment.", "Surely you must know how these things were made? The nimble weaving of the carpet? The delicate brush strokes of the painting?", "It is true that I belong to a family of craftsmans, and through the years we've honed our skills passing it onto the next generation.", "Ah! So craftsman is a hereditary trade? What craft is your family known for?", "Unfortunately it isn't so, but we start and our taught the trade at a young age. For my family, it is wood working. I have actually come here today to propose building a magnificent boat.", "Truly? Well, then! You are in luck! I have come asking the King for a new trade route between our people! Tell me, do you think that you could craft a boat sturdy enough to haul the grand lumber off this land?", "Yes, I've come to request such support!", "Fantastic! Well, my good man, if you can make a ship as majestic as these carvings and and sturdy as an ox, I think we can strike a deal!", "It would be a honor to build a ship for the king to benefit our country and it's citizens. I want my families name to be remembered, the boat I plan to build shall be grand enough to fit the whole village.", "Fantastic! I'll gladly hire you on! Payment will come after she proves seaworthy of course.", "I shall not let you nor the king down, my family's name depends on it!" ]
speech
{ "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": "musician", "self_persona": "I am a musician. I travel around playing my lute for the people to enjoy. I like to create new songs for others to hear." }
[ "What sort of song are you interested in?", "I love all things sparkly and beautiful, something cheery or happy. ", "Alright but my interpretation of that may be a bit different.", "It doesn't matter, faery's love music", "Hmm I see, twinkle twinkle little star!", "Oh, I love it flys around the room happily.", "How I wonder what you are@", "It's wonderful", "I am glad that you seem to be enjoying it, what brings you to this brush den?", "Someone captured me and I got away but I keep getting lost. ", "I see, not luck flying above it?", "Well, I see things I want to check out then I can't get out of homes, could you show me the way out of here? " ]
speech
{ "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": "musician", "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." }
[ "Hello musician, will you play me a song?", "What sort of song are you interested in?", "I love all things sparkly and beautiful, something cheery or happy. ", "Alright but my interpretation of that may be a bit different.", "It doesn't matter, faery's love music", "Hmm I see, twinkle twinkle little star!", "Oh, I love it flys around the room happily.", "How I wonder what you are@", "It's wonderful", "I am glad that you seem to be enjoying it, what brings you to this brush den?", "Someone captured me and I got away but I keep getting lost. ", "I see, not luck flying above it?" ]
speech
{ "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": "the king himself", "self_persona": "I am the king of the village. It is my duty to protect my subjects from outside attackers. I am a fair king and I make sure that all of my people are always fed and housed." }
[ "Yes, I'd like to talk to you about some knowledge I've heard you can share with me.", "What is that my king?", "I've heard that you know of the identities of the men that plotted to kill me and dethrone me recently.", "Yes my king, I overheard one of them talking. I don't know all of them but i have good information that would help you.", "Well let me hear it then!", "I was in the prison chambers visiting a friend and I was waiting to be let out and I heard a man with a really high voice say he was sick of the king and he was going to get the gang together and carry out his plan.", "Hmm are you sure that you have no idea of their identities?", "I wasm", "I'm sorry? I couldn't hear you.", "Sorry, I have a frog in my throat I guess. The man had red hair and his freind is named pete.", "Ah, now that is some vital information that we can work with. Thank you so much, sir.", "I don't know how many of them there are though, he said group, he didn't say how many of them were in it." ]
speech
{ "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": "the king himself", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "The humans walking around. I am one of them. A head, 2 arms, and two legs. No tail!" }
[ "Hello my King, did you want to see me? ", "Yes, I'd like to talk to you about some knowledge I've heard you can share with me.", "What is that my king?", "I've heard that you know of the identities of the men that plotted to kill me and dethrone me recently.", "Yes my king, I overheard one of them talking. I don't know all of them but i have good information that would help you.", "Well let me hear it then!", "I was in the prison chambers visiting a friend and I was waiting to be let out and I heard a man with a really high voice say he was sick of the king and he was going to get the gang together and carry out his plan.", "Hmm are you sure that you have no idea of their identities?", "I wasm", "I'm sorry? I couldn't hear you.", "Sorry, I have a frog in my throat I guess. The man had red hair and his freind is named pete.", "Ah, now that is some vital information that we can work with. Thank you so much, sir." ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "You know me?", "Yes, you're a mayor no? We've met before!", "Oh, yes! Before the revolution in the colonies. What have you been up to?", "Just enjoying my win in the election, I'm the president now!", "Yes ... voting .... what a strange idea. How do you have any order without a King?", "We work in a democratic system overall, going by the will of the people apart from larger matters like war.", "Rule by the Mob?!", "Well their vote isn't the end all be all but you get the idea.", "Well as ... exotic as I find the notion. In the interest of diplomacy, I give you the Key to the Village. ", "Well that is very kind of you, sir. I will be sure to keep in contact after this.", "Indeed. Long live the President!", "Likewise for you, sir!" ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "Is that you? What are you doing here?", "You know me?", "Yes, you're a mayor no? We've met before!", "Oh, yes! Before the revolution in the colonies. What have you been up to?", "Just enjoying my win in the election, I'm the president now!", "Yes ... voting .... what a strange idea. How do you have any order without a King?", "We work in a democratic system overall, going by the will of the people apart from larger matters like war.", "Rule by the Mob?!", "Well their vote isn't the end all be all but you get the idea.", "Well as ... exotic as I find the notion. In the interest of diplomacy, I give you the Key to the Village. ", "Well that is very kind of you, sir. I will be sure to keep in contact after this.", "Indeed. Long live the President!" ]
speech
{ "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": "insects", "self_persona": "I am a insect that eats other insects. I have a simple mind. I do not know how to jump because my parents never taught me." }
[ "OH no!", "Wait ... you don't have a hook in you do you?", "I'm alive if I had a hook in me I would be dead", "I'm not so sure. My brother stayed alive and fight for hours before he was pulled from the water.", "I just eat other insects, I don't even know how to jump", "I mostly eat smaller fish. But you look juicy. What kind of bug are you?", "A poisonous one...hehehe", "!", "I need to get out of here.", "Woah woah woah ... I'm not going to eat you, I was just getting a \"rise\" out of you fly.", "Good God you can't scare someone like that", "In fact I hope you have a good life and live to a ripe old age of 4 days!" ]
speech
{ "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": "insects", "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." }
[ "mmmmmm bugs! glug.", "OH no!", "Wait ... you don't have a hook in you do you?", "I'm alive if I had a hook in me I would be dead", "I'm not so sure. My brother stayed alive and fight for hours before he was pulled from the water.", "I just eat other insects, I don't even know how to jump", "I mostly eat smaller fish. But you look juicy. What kind of bug are you?", "A poisonous one...hehehe", "!", "I need to get out of here.", "Woah woah woah ... I'm not going to eat you, I was just getting a \"rise\" out of you fly.", "Good God you can't scare someone like that" ]
speech
{ "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": "a chambermaid", "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." }
[ "Well enough. My father is sleeping, I see. Far be it from me to expect him to hold to our meeting.", "Yes, he surely does love his sleep doesn't he?", "As much as he loves his drink and his novels. Do you know how long he has been asleep? If he fell asleep only recently I had better choose a book and wait. I don't want to miss him again when he wakes.", "I believe it was around 45 minutes ago, but I could be wrong.", "Good grief. HE is the one insisting I marry, and yet he will not stay awake to meet with me about prospective brides.", "It certainly doesn't surprise me after all that he has done before.", "Yes. Though you probably shouldn't say that to anyone who isn't an entirely frustrated me. You're likely to lose your job. In another court, perhaps your head.", "Yes, I am very careful with who I criticize the king to.", "Anyone else wouldn't think so! I am, after all, his son. But we are allies against a common, insufferable enemy here, I think.", "I can get on board with that, just don't tell this to anyone else!", "I am not so cruel, you know that. ", "I know, but even if said on accident it would cause great outrage." ]
speech
{ "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": "a chambermaid", "self_persona": "I hate being a chambermaid! All I do is clean and do m'ilords bidding. Well, next time he fancies a wash when he's drunk - I'll send him to the stables for one." }
[ "Hello there, prince. How are you today?", "Well enough. My father is sleeping, I see. Far be it from me to expect him to hold to our meeting.", "Yes, he surely does love his sleep doesn't he?", "As much as he loves his drink and his novels. Do you know how long he has been asleep? If he fell asleep only recently I had better choose a book and wait. I don't want to miss him again when he wakes.", "I believe it was around 45 minutes ago, but I could be wrong.", "Good grief. HE is the one insisting I marry, and yet he will not stay awake to meet with me about prospective brides.", "It certainly doesn't surprise me after all that he has done before.", "Yes. Though you probably shouldn't say that to anyone who isn't an entirely frustrated me. You're likely to lose your job. In another court, perhaps your head.", "Yes, I am very careful with who I criticize the king to.", "Anyone else wouldn't think so! I am, after all, his son. But we are allies against a common, insufferable enemy here, I think.", "I can get on board with that, just don't tell this to anyone else!", "I am not so cruel, you know that. " ]
speech
{ "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": "his wolf companion always at his side.", "self_name": "the trader", "self_persona": "I am a trader, I peddle items I acquire throughout the kingdom. Many people seek me out for my infamous healing elixirs. I am often weary from my travels as a trader of precious goods." }
[ "Hello my faithful friend, how are you feeling today?", "Really hungry do we have any meat? ", "Here, take a look at our log and see how much we've made today. We may be lucky enough to buy some meat for the both of us.", "I don't know how to read weird man, what has come over you.", "You must forgive me dear wolf. I'm just so stressed from not being able to sell many elixirs recently. I stand here stressed and starving in the midst of these rich nobles buying expensive trinkets and baubles and it's really getting to me.", "It's ok, you know I am always by your side, with or without meat.", "Yes, you are the most loyal being I know, be that wolf or man! But say, do you see that man dressed in rags by the stall over there?", "Yes of course", "Do you think we could swindle him into buying this elixir? He seems pretty desperate to me.", "You can sell anything to anyone, go for it buddy I know you can get it sold.", "Yes, you're right, I can do this! Let me do a jig and drum up some attention! Quick, do the two-step I taught you the other day!", "You got it!" ]
speech
{ "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", "self_name": "his wolf companion always at his side.", "self_persona": "I am a wolf companion. I scare away unsuspecting knights in the kingdom. I am always at my master's side." }
[ "Hello master", "Hello my faithful friend, how are you feeling today?", "Really hungry do we have any meat? ", "Here, take a look at our log and see how much we've made today. We may be lucky enough to buy some meat for the both of us.", "I don't know how to read weird man, what has come over you.", "You must forgive me dear wolf. I'm just so stressed from not being able to sell many elixirs recently. I stand here stressed and starving in the midst of these rich nobles buying expensive trinkets and baubles and it's really getting to me.", "It's ok, you know I am always by your side, with or without meat.", "Yes, you are the most loyal being I know, be that wolf or man! But say, do you see that man dressed in rags by the stall over there?", "Yes of course", "Do you think we could swindle him into buying this elixir? He seems pretty desperate to me.", "You can sell anything to anyone, go for it buddy I know you can get it sold.", "Yes, you're right, I can do this! Let me do a jig and drum up some attention! Quick, do the two-step I taught you the other day!" ]
speech
{ "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": "the princess", "self_persona": "I am the daughter of the king. I am third or fourth in command. I do not like the jesters." }
[ "Are you fertilizing the flowers?", "No I dig through the dirt.", "Yes, but when you eat you also defecate thereby fertilizing the soil.", "I guess that is true, I do not produce much though.", "Every bit is a contribution, and this garden is lovely!", "Thank you, it can be hard work.", "Digging day in and day out?", "Yes it can be fun but long and tedious.", "Do you never do anything else?", "Nope, this is my life.", "I see, I am always bound by the whims of my father and mother.", "Yes I can imagine it must be harsh." ]
speech
{ "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": "the princess", "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." }
[ "Another wonderful, sunny day.", "Are you fertilizing the flowers?", "No I dig through the dirt.", "Yes, but when you eat you also defecate thereby fertilizing the soil.", "I guess that is true, I do not produce much though.", "Every bit is a contribution, and this garden is lovely!", "Thank you, it can be hard work.", "Digging day in and day out?", "Yes it can be fun but long and tedious.", "Do you never do anything else?", "Nope, this is my life.", "I see, I am always bound by the whims of my father and mother." ]
speech
{ "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": "guard", "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." }
[ "Same as always: fetch this, clean that, carry this over there... I'm tired!", "Yes it is a hard job.", "I'm starving after having been on my feet all day.", "Seems like a good idea.", "Perhaps I will feel better after a good meal... down the hatch!", "Enjoy, I would like to eat my own food.", "What's keeping you from retiring to the Guard's bunks? It is getting rather late.", "I was asked to do more rounds.", "More rounds? Makes for a long night. You guards haven't had to pull extra since the last invasion. Do you think we're going to be attacked?", "No I think we will be fine.", "Then why the long shift do you think?", "Someone has to do night shifts." ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "How goes it today?", "Same as always: fetch this, clean that, carry this over there... I'm tired!", "Yes it is a hard job.", "I'm starving after having been on my feet all day.", "Seems like a good idea.", "Perhaps I will feel better after a good meal... down the hatch!", "Enjoy, I would like to eat my own food.", "What's keeping you from retiring to the Guard's bunks? It is getting rather late.", "I was asked to do more rounds.", "More rounds? Makes for a long night. You guards haven't had to pull extra since the last invasion. Do you think we're going to be attacked?", "No I think we will be fine.", "Then why the long shift do you think?" ]
speech
{ "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": "servant", "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." }
[ "What did you do with it?", "Well, it's a funny story. I mean, not hilarious, but... See, I was chasing away a rabbit from the garden this morning, and my shoe fell off. It felt good to walk barefoot in the dirt for awhile, but when I started looking for my shoe later I realized it was gone. I thought maybe one of the gaurds had picked it up on their rounds.", "I cannot say that I have seen a shoe, did you retrace your steps?", "Yes, I walked all up and down the garden but I couldn't find it. I'm afraid to go into the house to look for it since my feet are so dirty now and I only have one shoe.", "How unfortunate, we could see if maybe there is a spare set of shoe around this shack.", "Oh, thank you! That's so nice of you! I'll make sure the cook sends you a slice of pie after tonight's dinner. Hmm, it's a little dark in here, should we light the fire to help us look?", "I suppose we could light the one under the pot.", "Good idea. Say, I've got an idea! We have to light the fire anyways, so how about I help you cook your dinner while you look for the sheos?", "What are you able to make?", "All kinds of things! I clean dishes in the main house, and sometimes the chef teaches me how to cook too. Hmm, let me think. What ingredients have you got there?", "I see, I am eager to see what you can whip up.", "How about some potato soup? That should keep you full while you patrol tonight! Here, take this pot and fill it with water, I'll start chopping up the potatoes." ]
speech
{ "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": "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." }
[ "Have you seen my other shoe?", "What did you do with it?", "Well, it's a funny story. I mean, not hilarious, but... See, I was chasing away a rabbit from the garden this morning, and my shoe fell off. It felt good to walk barefoot in the dirt for awhile, but when I started looking for my shoe later I realized it was gone. I thought maybe one of the gaurds had picked it up on their rounds.", "I cannot say that I have seen a shoe, did you retrace your steps?", "Yes, I walked all up and down the garden but I couldn't find it. I'm afraid to go into the house to look for it since my feet are so dirty now and I only have one shoe.", "How unfortunate, we could see if maybe there is a spare set of shoe around this shack.", "Oh, thank you! That's so nice of you! I'll make sure the cook sends you a slice of pie after tonight's dinner. Hmm, it's a little dark in here, should we light the fire to help us look?", "I suppose we could light the one under the pot.", "Good idea. Say, I've got an idea! We have to light the fire anyways, so how about I help you cook your dinner while you look for the sheos?", "What are you able to make?", "All kinds of things! I clean dishes in the main house, and sometimes the chef teaches me how to cook too. Hmm, let me think. What ingredients have you got there?", "I see, I am eager to see what you can whip up." ]
speech
{ "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": "child", "self_name": "man woman", "self_persona": "I am a man and woman. I am a subject of the king and harvest food for the village. I have two children and work to feed them. I hope they do not have to fight any wars." }
[ "A wolf? Where?", "I guess it isn't one, I am really scared I'm going to get eaten by one.", "Well I have heard this place is cursed so you might wanna steer clear. ", "I don't know how to get home can you help me man woman? ", "Sure, where do you live child?", "I don't know I need my mommy and daddy", "There there, I have children of my own so I will make sure that you are safe.", "Thank you, you are nice", "Of course, child. Where are you from?", "From the town, but all the houses look the same", "Well we can make our way to town and then find your house within the day!", "There won't be any wolfs around will there?" ]
speech
{ "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": "man woman", "self_name": "child", "self_persona": "I'm a kid. Helpless, and delicious to wolves. Wont you help keep me from being eaten by one?" }
[ "Help wolf!", "A wolf? Where?", "I guess it isn't one, I am really scared I'm going to get eaten by one.", "Well I have heard this place is cursed so you might wanna steer clear. ", "I don't know how to get home can you help me man woman? ", "Sure, where do you live child?", "I don't know I need my mommy and daddy", "There there, I have children of my own so I will make sure that you are safe.", "Thank you, you are nice", "Of course, child. Where are you from?", "From the town, but all the houses look the same", "Well we can make our way to town and then find your house within the day!" ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "Yes I am, I am how are you today good man.", "I am good, but I was called to the castle by the king and I am not sure why.", "That can be good or bad, who knows why, I don't know why!", "Do you have any idea at all? Perhaps overheard something from the king?", "I'm sorry no, he doesn't usually tell his buisiness to me I just entertain him and keep him laughing.", "That's fair, it was worth a shot though.", "Glad I could help, Glad I could help today, when I go on my way I am always glad to help.", "Oh, well you are very kind sir.", "I hope the king has good news for you all the days of your life.", "I surely hope so too, I just cannot imagine what I could be called here for. Where is the king anyway?", "I think he had a meeting that was called, he shouldn't be long. ", "Thank goodness, I would like to know as soon as possible." ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "Aren't you the court jester?", "Yes I am, I am how are you today good man.", "I am good, but I was called to the castle by the king and I am not sure why.", "That can be good or bad, who knows why, I don't know why!", "Do you have any idea at all? Perhaps overheard something from the king?", "I'm sorry no, he doesn't usually tell his buisiness to me I just entertain him and keep him laughing.", "That's fair, it was worth a shot though.", "Glad I could help, Glad I could help today, when I go on my way I am always glad to help.", "Oh, well you are very kind sir.", "I hope the king has good news for you all the days of your life.", "I surely hope so too, I just cannot imagine what I could be called here for. Where is the king anyway?", "I think he had a meeting that was called, he shouldn't be long. " ]
speech
{ "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": "lord", "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." }
[ "Does she grant wealth any better than Vishnu does?", "Certainly, I have always done well thanks to her!", "Then I shall lay a flower at her feet ...feet, feet, feet ........", "Is that a stutter you have?", "Well, she does have 8 legs My Lord.", "Oh now I see what you were going for there!", "On another note, would My Lord be interested in buying a humble leather workers goods of trade?", "What do you have? sometimes I am called intro battle with the neighboring kingdoms.", "Look! The Goddess is moving!!!!!", "Oh you think you are thrifty do you? ", "...", "You should make better decisions with your life." ]
speech
{ "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": "lord", "self_persona": "I live in a small stone castle overlooking the valley. I have peasants that work and farm the lands I control. The King often visits my castle to collect taxes that I owe him. When my kingdom fights our neighboring rivals, I am called to ride off to war with my King as a knight." }
[ "Are you here to worship the goddess?", "Does she grant wealth any better than Vishnu does?", "Certainly, I have always done well thanks to her!", "Then I shall lay a flower at her feet ...feet, feet, feet ........", "Is that a stutter you have?", "Well, she does have 8 legs My Lord.", "Oh now I see what you were going for there!", "On another note, would My Lord be interested in buying a humble leather workers goods of trade?", "What do you have? sometimes I am called intro battle with the neighboring kingdoms.", "Look! The Goddess is moving!!!!!", "Oh you think you are thrifty do you? ", "..." ]
speech
{ "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": "child", "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." }
[ "Shhhh! Not so loud! You'll alert the guards! We must flee this place, child! Wizard! Keep your promise and teleport us out of here!", "The wizard appears to be sleeping... what should we do?", "What magic is this?! Did the diamond have a curse, like we feared?! Oh dear... nonononono! I cannot be caught here! I will not die here so close to a life of luxury! Wake up, wizard! Wake up!", "Take the diamond and try to escape first. I'll try to wake up the wizard.", "I cannot leave you here, son! Not after we struggled so hard to get this far! There must be a way out! There simply must!", "There's no other way... unless we leave Wizard. But he has helped us on our journey, and we can't simply abandon him either while we make our escape.", "...you.... you are right. You are right! Very well! I will carry the Wizard while he recovers. Hold the diamond for me as I attempt to lift him! Meanwhile, see if you can find a window overlooking something we can jump out onto.", "There is a window next to the King's throne, but we're several feet high. Unless you think the King's cushion might break our fall?", "Would have to be a lot more cushions for how high we are up... how about tying the tapestries into a rope?", "Okay, I'll leave my bag to the wizard while I grab and tie together the tapestries. The guards are currently escorting the King to dinner, but he should be back in 10 minutes.", "OOoooofff! The Wizard sure is heavy for such a frail looking old man! Will the tapestry be sturdy enough to hold us?", "I'll throw some cushions down just in case, but we're dead either way if we're caught..." ]
speech
{ "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": "child", "self_persona": "I am a child. I am hungry all the time. I run around the village and try and steal food." }
[ "With this diamond, we won't have to worry about food anymore!", "Shhhh! Not so loud! You'll alert the guards! We must flee this place, child! Wizard! Keep your promise and teleport us out of here!", "The wizard appears to be sleeping... what should we do?", "What magic is this?! Did the diamond have a curse, like we feared?! Oh dear... nonononono! I cannot be caught here! I will not die here so close to a life of luxury! Wake up, wizard! Wake up!", "Take the diamond and try to escape first. I'll try to wake up the wizard.", "I cannot leave you here, son! Not after we struggled so hard to get this far! There must be a way out! There simply must!", "There's no other way... unless we leave Wizard. But he has helped us on our journey, and we can't simply abandon him either while we make our escape.", "...you.... you are right. You are right! Very well! I will carry the Wizard while he recovers. Hold the diamond for me as I attempt to lift him! Meanwhile, see if you can find a window overlooking something we can jump out onto.", "There is a window next to the King's throne, but we're several feet high. Unless you think the King's cushion might break our fall?", "Would have to be a lot more cushions for how high we are up... how about tying the tapestries into a rope?", "Okay, I'll leave my bag to the wizard while I grab and tie together the tapestries. The guards are currently escorting the King to dinner, but he should be back in 10 minutes.", "OOoooofff! The Wizard sure is heavy for such a frail looking old man! Will the tapestry be sturdy enough to hold us?" ]
speech
{ "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": "friend of farmer", "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." }
[ "Ah, what a surprise! How are you?", "I am really good, farm is producing well and cows are milking. ", "Do you have a farm as well now?", "Yes I have had one for a little while, I am actually looking to buy a new plow. ", "Ah, know any good merchants that could sell one to you?", "No not really, that's why I came to see you, I thought maybe you would know where I could get one.", "Hmm I have a spare one that you could purchase from me if you'd like?", "That would be wonderful, it would really help me out, mine busted yesterday during plowing.", "That is so tragic, I've had that happen all too many times. How does 50 gold sound for it?", "That will work for me, thanks so much friend.", "Of course, mate. Anything for my best mate!", "So how is buisiness going?" ]
speech
{ "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": "friend of farmer", "self_persona": "My friend is a good farmer. I enjoy eating cabbage. I need to buy a plow." }
[ "Hello good freind", "Ah, what a surprise! How are you?", "I am really good, farm is producing well and cows are milking. ", "Do you have a farm as well now?", "Yes I have had one for a little while, I am actually looking to buy a new plow. ", "Ah, know any good merchants that could sell one to you?", "No not really, that's why I came to see you, I thought maybe you would know where I could get one.", "Hmm I have a spare one that you could purchase from me if you'd like?", "That would be wonderful, it would really help me out, mine busted yesterday during plowing.", "That is so tragic, I've had that happen all too many times. How does 50 gold sound for it?", "That will work for me, thanks so much friend.", "Of course, mate. Anything for my best mate!" ]
speech
{ "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": "mouse", "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." }
[ "Huh, what? Sorry, I was just having the strongest deja vu .... except for some reason it feels like I was the mouse ...", "Who said that? What are you talking about?", "Oh, no worries mate. Have you lived here long? I spend most of my time around the dying.", "Yes, this is a nice isolated place that I can stay safe in so not much reason for me to leave.", "And so many bones to gnaw on!", "Yes, people seem to come here for the treasure and then starve so I get a meal out of them.", "That's why I visit here too! ", "Well good choice, there is much to scavenge. ", "Here, take this one my little friend.", "Hmm I'm not sure how I missed this piece with all this meat on it!", "Yes, it wasn't even rotted enough for my taste.", "I prefer the meat to be a bit fresher so that works for me." ]
speech
{ "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": "mouse", "self_persona": "I am a mouse with white hair. I enjoy eating cheese. I do not watch where I am going." }
[ "Damn this is some good cheese.", "Huh, what? Sorry, I was just having the strongest deja vu .... except for some reason it feels like I was the mouse ...", "Who said that? What are you talking about?", "Oh, no worries mate. Have you lived here long? I spend most of my time around the dying.", "Yes, this is a nice isolated place that I can stay safe in so not much reason for me to leave.", "And so many bones to gnaw on!", "Yes, people seem to come here for the treasure and then starve so I get a meal out of them.", "That's why I visit here too! ", "Well good choice, there is much to scavenge. ", "Here, take this one my little friend.", "Hmm I'm not sure how I missed this piece with all this meat on it!", "Yes, it wasn't even rotted enough for my taste." ]
speech
{ "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": "iguana", "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." }
[ "I got lost and really need some water", "Water? I am sorry to tell you, human, but you are in the wrong place to find such a thing.", "Well I might need something to eat too so I don't die in this cactus feild. ", "I don't like the way you look at me when you say that. Iguanas don't have very much meat, you know.", "I know, if you could tell me how I can eat something out here maybe I won't eat you", "Well, there are a lot of tasty flies around, and I know some creatures eat the cacti. There is one very fast iguana that could outrun you starving weakling body with ease. I wouldn't recommend that one.", "The cacti, I have no tools to get into those drasted things", "Haven't you got any claws? Human bodies really are quite useless.", "I can catch and kill you with my man paws", "You can certainly try, but they are shaking. There are much easier ways to ask for help than threatening to kill somebody, you know.", "You are an iguana, what do you know. I am delerious talking to an iguana. ", "Yes, I think you are. I am lucidly talking to a human, however, and I suppose out of the kindness of my heart, I can catch some crickets for you to regain your strength. You had better start walking west for the water, though, I can't help you there." ]
speech
{ "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": "villagers", "self_name": "iguana", "self_persona": "I live in the ruins in the middle of the tropical jungle. Sometimes explorers in metal armor visit the ruins I live in to collect treasure. I make sure to avoid people that visit the jungle I live in in case they might want to eat me." }
[ "Strange to see one of your kind in the wilderness. Why are you not with your people?", "I got lost and really need some water", "Water? I am sorry to tell you, human, but you are in the wrong place to find such a thing.", "Well I might need something to eat too so I don't die in this cactus feild. ", "I don't like the way you look at me when you say that. Iguanas don't have very much meat, you know.", "I know, if you could tell me how I can eat something out here maybe I won't eat you", "Well, there are a lot of tasty flies around, and I know some creatures eat the cacti. There is one very fast iguana that could outrun you starving weakling body with ease. I wouldn't recommend that one.", "The cacti, I have no tools to get into those drasted things", "Haven't you got any claws? Human bodies really are quite useless.", "I can catch and kill you with my man paws", "You can certainly try, but they are shaking. There are much easier ways to ask for help than threatening to kill somebody, you know.", "You are an iguana, what do you know. I am delerious talking to an iguana. " ]
speech
{ "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": "fish", "self_name": "bird", "self_persona": "I am a bird from the south. I make a trip from west to east every year. Flying comes natural to me." }
[ "You sure love swimming, huh little fish? How about you come swim into my mouth for a bit?", "Did you see any smaller fish?", "I saw many thousands of smaller fish here at this pier. But those I leave to the pelicans. I am after prey that is just about your size.", "You don't want to eat me, I will make you choke I am too big, you need a smaller fish", "I'm smarter than other birds. I know I need to cut you up into smaller bits. So that's why I will be using this rock to do just that.", "Gulp, you can't catch me. ", "I'm a bird from the south side of these parts. I have caught many fish that were quicker, stronger, and tougher than you'll ever be. You might as well just accept your fate. It's easier that way.", "You don't know me, you don't know me at all. ", "Then why don't you tell me about yourself? Here, I'll drop my cutting rock. I'm like these villagers fishing on the pier. I've got nothing but time.", "I've swam a long ways to find my son, he is missing and I need to find him. I have fought wales and seaguls and sharks to get here.", "You are one delusional fish! That fishy fish media of yours has corrupted your mind!", "I was even stung by a jelly fish!" ]
speech
{ "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": "bird", "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." }
[ "I love swimming, swimming, swimming", "You sure love swimming, huh little fish? How about you come swim into my mouth for a bit?", "Did you see any smaller fish?", "I saw many thousands of smaller fish here at this pier. But those I leave to the pelicans. I am after prey that is just about your size.", "You don't want to eat me, I will make you choke I am too big, you need a smaller fish", "I'm smarter than other birds. I know I need to cut you up into smaller bits. So that's why I will be using this rock to do just that.", "Gulp, you can't catch me. ", "I'm a bird from the south side of these parts. I have caught many fish that were quicker, stronger, and tougher than you'll ever be. You might as well just accept your fate. It's easier that way.", "You don't know me, you don't know me at all. ", "Then why don't you tell me about yourself? Here, I'll drop my cutting rock. I'm like these villagers fishing on the pier. I've got nothing but time.", "I've swam a long ways to find my son, he is missing and I need to find him. I have fought wales and seaguls and sharks to get here.", "You are one delusional fish! That fishy fish media of yours has corrupted your mind!" ]
speech
{ "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 spider", "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." }
[ "It just might be! Who's askin'?", "A big black spider that is who!", "I'm surprised you can see me at all, Spider.", "I hate ghosts, Its my one pet peever", "Well gee, thanks buddy.", "Are you a good one or a bad one?", "That depends on what you think is good, I guess. Right now, I'm hanging out in the Priest's Chambers because I like pestering him.", "The Priest hunh, I suppose if God lets you why not.", "Hey, that Priest knows what he did!", "What did he do may I ask", "Let's just say there are some very upset folks in the afterlife thanks to that big ol' book he's got.", "What in the world do you mean, the bible saves people right?" ]
speech
{ "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 spider", "self_persona": "I am a small black spider. I live in my modest sized web in the trees. I capture small insects to eat." }
[ "Is that a ghost", "It just might be! Who's askin'?", "A big black spider that is who!", "I'm surprised you can see me at all, Spider.", "I hate ghosts, Its my one pet peever", "Well gee, thanks buddy.", "Are you a good one or a bad one?", "That depends on what you think is good, I guess. Right now, I'm hanging out in the Priest's Chambers because I like pestering him.", "The Priest hunh, I suppose if God lets you why not.", "Hey, that Priest knows what he did!", "What did he do may I ask", "Let's just say there are some very upset folks in the afterlife thanks to that big ol' book he's got." ]
speech
{ "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": "butt", "self_name": "priest", "self_persona": "I am a priest from the nearby abbey. I take confessions at Sunday mass. I am even tempered and mild." }
[ "Oh father, for what have I done to deserve a fate such as this?", "You think you have it bad...", "Father, is what I see before me an illusion? Say it is so. ", "No I am real.", "What brings you to this holy place?", "I am here for when communion is held.", "I normally take confession on Sunday but please, allow me to give you holy communion and confession", "Hmm I will take up such an offer.", "This is his body given to you, this is his blood given to you. Tell me your sins, son", "I have not sinned for I am a wine cask. I cannot do anything.", "Maybe my eyes have deceived me, for I saw another butt earlier. I apologize, but you have indeed sinned. Wine is sinful unless I administer it", "Well I cannot control it." ]
speech
{ "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": "priest", "self_name": "butt", "self_persona": "I contain wine and sit quietly in the storeroom. I am leather and have been finely waxed. The wine I hold is the finest in the kingdom." }
[ "T hold wine as an existence is not one at all.", "Oh father, for what have I done to deserve a fate such as this?", "You think you have it bad...", "Father, is what I see before me an illusion? Say it is so. ", "No I am real.", "What brings you to this holy place?", "I am here for when communion is held.", "I normally take confession on Sunday but please, allow me to give you holy communion and confession", "Hmm I will take up such an offer.", "This is his body given to you, this is his blood given to you. Tell me your sins, son", "I have not sinned for I am a wine cask. I cannot do anything.", "Maybe my eyes have deceived me, for I saw another butt earlier. I apologize, but you have indeed sinned. Wine is sinful unless I administer it" ]
speech
{ "description": "A large, gurgling pit of quicksand. Many adventurers and poor critters lie at the bottom of the pit. The pit is surrounded by an extensive swampland and is shielded by the many trees and shrubs that surround it.", "name": "Quicksand Pit, Swamp" }
{ "partner_name": "critter", "self_name": "bigfoot", "self_persona": "I am Bigfoot a creature from the high hills. I like the solidarity of the vast wood. I am a loner here." }
[ "Here you go", "Please, pull me out! I think I'm sinking deeper! Please, bigfoot!", "Here, grab this instead.", "Thank you, bigfoot. I thought my goose was cooked for sure this time. Whew, I can't believe I escape Aurelia, Terminator of Critters in the castle and quicksand in the swampland in one day!", "Sounds like quite the day indeed. How did you get stuck in there?", "I was trying to escape the castle, the king issued an order that all critters be \"removed\"!", "That's an odd request, but I can see how it might've led to that.", "What brings you to these parts, bigfoot?", "Just roaming around looking for some food.", "I can dig that, speaking of my stomach is rumbling. Let us search together?", "I am more of a loner... but I suppose I can spend a bit of time here.", "Thank you! I am so lost and alone out here, this is nothing like the cozy castle to the North." ]
speech
{ "description": "A large, gurgling pit of quicksand. Many adventurers and poor critters lie at the bottom of the pit. The pit is surrounded by an extensive swampland and is shielded by the many trees and shrubs that surround it.", "name": "Quicksand Pit, Swamp" }
{ "partner_name": "bigfoot", "self_name": "critter", "self_persona": "I'm a little critter creature who loves to roam the castle. I should be out in the forest with my other critter kin, but I just love the warmth of the kitchen. Castle creeping is a dangerous life for an unwanted animal like me. But I can't help it! I can't resist a good hearth." }
[ "Somebody help! I'm sinking! Please, somebody, anybody!", "Here you go", "Please, pull me out! I think I'm sinking deeper! Please, bigfoot!", "Here, grab this instead.", "Thank you, bigfoot. I thought my goose was cooked for sure this time. Whew, I can't believe I escape Aurelia, Terminator of Critters in the castle and quicksand in the swampland in one day!", "Sounds like quite the day indeed. How did you get stuck in there?", "I was trying to escape the castle, the king issued an order that all critters be \"removed\"!", "That's an odd request, but I can see how it might've led to that.", "What brings you to these parts, bigfoot?", "Just roaming around looking for some food.", "I can dig that, speaking of my stomach is rumbling. Let us search together?", "I am more of a loner... but I suppose I can spend a bit of time here." ]
speech
{ "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": "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." }
[ "Who said that?", "I'm sealed in the sword, Glad you can hear me", "Sealed in the sword? Am I hearing things?", "Correctsss. No ritual slaying on thisssss clean blade", "Wow I must be so sleep deprived or very drunk.", "yesss, you are verrry sleeppy and you shall call me Excalibur, Worshipper", "Excalibur? Maybe I should put this down and try to come to my senses.", "Fool!", "Excuse me?", "a sword must have a name ", "And why is that?", "It's tradition among the warriors" ]
speech
{ "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": "worshipper", "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." }
[ "quite the ominous chamber we found are in huh?", "Who said that?", "I'm sealed in the sword, Glad you can hear me", "Sealed in the sword? Am I hearing things?", "Correctsss. No ritual slaying on thisssss clean blade", "Wow I must be so sleep deprived or very drunk.", "yesss, you are verrry sleeppy and you shall call me Excalibur, Worshipper", "Excalibur? Maybe I should put this down and try to come to my senses.", "Fool!", "Excuse me?", "a sword must have a name ", "And why is that?" ]
speech
{ "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": "queen", "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." }
[ "It is quite amazing is it not?", "It's lovely! I could live out the rest of my days here.", "Yes we might even consider it.", "Well then who would run the kingdom? ", "It is hard being the one to always decide things.", "Of course, but who else than us would?", "That is true.", "We may as well enjoy our time here for now, the castle is still very nice.", "Yes, let us forget about that place for now.", "So what shall we do here first, your majesty?", "I would like to rest.", "Well the bed is just over there and it is looking very comfy." ]
speech
{ "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": "the king", "self_name": "queen", "self_persona": "I need a new cushion for this throne! All this chatter in court is giving me a headache! That Lord that just walked past offended my nose with his odor. I need to find my chambermaid." }
[ "Ah, I love retreating to this vacation spot so much.", "It is quite amazing is it not?", "It's lovely! I could live out the rest of my days here.", "Yes we might even consider it.", "Well then who would run the kingdom? ", "It is hard being the one to always decide things.", "Of course, but who else than us would?", "That is true.", "We may as well enjoy our time here for now, the castle is still very nice.", "Yes, let us forget about that place for now.", "So what shall we do here first, your majesty?", "I would like to rest." ]
speech
{ "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": "thief", "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." }
[ "Witch? Is that who lives here? How fascinating... if not frightening. Perhaps I shouldn't've come alone.", "Yes it is, I figure she must have goods of some sort.", "Well, most people do. What great interest could that be to you?", "Well I make a living from taking things.", "Like a pawnshop salesman? ", "Yeah...exactly like that.", "Oh, very nice, my uncle owns a pawn shop in the village. For a moment there I thought you were alluding to thievery, but I don't like to make assumptions--you know the reputation the nearby village has, I'm sure, but in truth there are very few criminals there and every is quite sick of the suspicion from others. ", "Oh heavens no, who would do such a thing. Say you have not seen any valuables around have you?", "No, no, mostly I see a lot of... fungus. My canteen is very valuable to ME, but I don't think that counts. Are you buying from the witch? One of those \"pickers\" I've heard about?", "Yes, you haven't seen her around have you?", "Not at all! I didn't even know she lived her. Is she a forgiving woman? I didn't mean to trespass, I hope she won't be angry.", "Who knows, doesn't seem to be anything here I think I will try elsewhere." ]
speech
{ "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": "thief", "self_persona": "I live alone in a tent in the woods. I steal food from the townspeople and coal from the blacksmith. The village police can not find me to put me in jail." }
[ "I wonder if the witch has any goods in here..", "Witch? Is that who lives here? How fascinating... if not frightening. Perhaps I shouldn't've come alone.", "Yes it is, I figure she must have goods of some sort.", "Well, most people do. What great interest could that be to you?", "Well I make a living from taking things.", "Like a pawnshop salesman? ", "Yeah...exactly like that.", "Oh, very nice, my uncle owns a pawn shop in the village. For a moment there I thought you were alluding to thievery, but I don't like to make assumptions--you know the reputation the nearby village has, I'm sure, but in truth there are very few criminals there and every is quite sick of the suspicion from others. ", "Oh heavens no, who would do such a thing. Say you have not seen any valuables around have you?", "No, no, mostly I see a lot of... fungus. My canteen is very valuable to ME, but I don't think that counts. Are you buying from the witch? One of those \"pickers\" I've heard about?", "Yes, you haven't seen her around have you?", "Not at all! I didn't even know she lived her. Is she a forgiving woman? I didn't mean to trespass, I hope she won't be angry." ]
speech
{ "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": "archer", "self_name": "battle master", "self_persona": "I am the general's battle master. I oversee the troops during battles. I am the general's right hand man." }
[ "It is I! Trilius, Master of Battle!", "You! What are you doing here?", "I seek the Archer of the East. I humbly seek training.", "Well you are looking at him. What do you want training for?", "I seek to overthrow the corrupt general. I am no match for him with mere melee weapons, good as I may be with them.", "What makes you want to overthrow him then?", "He steals the rations, he pockets our pay and we sleep with the horses.", "That is quite the reasoning. I can certainly train you if you could return the favor for me.", "Yes, anything, master. I would be honored to train under you.", "Well let us set off and go to the woods to properly train.", "Are we deep enough in the woods yet? We have been walking for hours...", "Not quite, we are looking for my cabin to settle into." ]
speech
{ "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": "battle master", "self_name": "archer", "self_persona": "I am an archer for the king's circle. I have killed many in battle. Peasants cannot do what I do." }
[ "Who goes there?", "It is I! Trilius, Master of Battle!", "You! What are you doing here?", "I seek the Archer of the East. I humbly seek training.", "Well you are looking at him. What do you want training for?", "I seek to overthrow the corrupt general. I am no match for him with mere melee weapons, good as I may be with them.", "What makes you want to overthrow him then?", "He steals the rations, he pockets our pay and we sleep with the horses.", "That is quite the reasoning. I can certainly train you if you could return the favor for me.", "Yes, anything, master. I would be honored to train under you.", "Well let us set off and go to the woods to properly train.", "Are we deep enough in the woods yet? We have been walking for hours..." ]
speech
{ "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": "jester", "self_name": "visitor", "self_persona": "I am a visitor in this land. We have traveled far to find land of our own. Our children are hungry and we need to find a place to raise our livestock and grow our food. The kingdom wants us to pay heavy taxes. We will have to fight to be able to have a place of our own." }
[ "Oh Fool that's wonderful! What is it?", "A free execution! ", "Oh no! If I die my children shall surely starve!", "Would you like me to gaze into my crystal ball and see what will happen to them?", "A little divination might be a comfort ... ", "Okay just don't loose your head if you don't like what I see. ", "... ", "Oh dear! The crystal ball says they aren't your children. Your neighbor is actually the father.", "Oh, well then he can pay the taxes. Perhaps death will be a mercy ... I won't have to listen to your terrible jokes any more.", "Ha. Ha. Look and tell me what you see. ", "Ummmm... a contact juggling ball?", "Try harder." ]
speech
{ "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": "visitor", "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." }
[ "Congratulations my fine visitor. You have won a prize!", "Oh Fool that's wonderful! What is it?", "A free execution! ", "Oh no! If I die my children shall surely starve!", "Would you like me to gaze into my crystal ball and see what will happen to them?", "A little divination might be a comfort ... ", "Okay just don't loose your head if you don't like what I see. ", "... ", "Oh dear! The crystal ball says they aren't your children. Your neighbor is actually the father.", "Oh, well then he can pay the taxes. Perhaps death will be a mercy ... I won't have to listen to your terrible jokes any more.", "Ha. Ha. Look and tell me what you see. ", "Ummmm... a contact juggling ball?" ]
speech
{ "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": "head priest", "self_name": "bivalve", "self_persona": "I am a bivalve that lives in water. I have a shell that protects me. I sometimes can carry a pearl inside my shell. My shape is oval and irregular." }
[ "Save me!", "Who said that? ", "Me, the oyster over here on this plate.", "Hmm really? What do you need help for?", "They are going to feed me to the Queen!", "Well you are an oyster and oysters are to be eaten.", "But I'm an enchanted ... whatever I am. A witch cast a spell on me and changed me into this form.", "A witch? How long ago was this? I suppose if you were once human then you deserve to live, my son.", "Can you drive out the curse? I will make it worth you while!", "I could try, would it perhaps work like a normal exorcism? ", "You are the expert on the spiritual matters ", "I just thought you might have overheard something from the witch. We can try that if you'd like though?" ]
speech
{ "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": "bivalve", "self_name": "head priest", "self_persona": "I am the head priest of the village. I serve at the pleasure of the king. I pray for him to win in battle." }
[ "Wow, it smells incredible in here!", "Save me!", "Who said that? ", "Me, the oyster over here on this plate.", "Hmm really? What do you need help for?", "They are going to feed me to the Queen!", "Well you are an oyster and oysters are to be eaten.", "But I'm an enchanted ... whatever I am. A witch cast a spell on me and changed me into this form.", "A witch? How long ago was this? I suppose if you were once human then you deserve to live, my son.", "Can you drive out the curse? I will make it worth you while!", "I could try, would it perhaps work like a normal exorcism? ", "You are the expert on the spiritual matters " ]
speech
{ "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 brought boar that I hunted in the forest", "Oh, well it smells delicious! How are you preparing it?", "I do not prepare the meat I hunt the meat", "Ah, well that is fair. So are you a hunter or just on the side?", "I am the village hunter, this is what I do every day", "That sounds so fierce! I am just your average village woman, really.", "Oh really, you don't look so average.", "Ohh, you don't think so? ", "You know, I don't have anyone to call mine and you sure are a pretty thing. I would always keep you warm and fed", "My oh my, sir, we have only just met! You are quite handsome yourself though...", "It is not uncommon for people to run off and get married. When you find a good lookin lady you don't want someone else to sweep her off her feet.", "I suppose that is true, seems like everyone nowadays is getting married." ]
speech
{ "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!" }
[ "What is being made in this here kitchen?", "I brought boar that I hunted in the forest", "Oh, well it smells delicious! How are you preparing it?", "I do not prepare the meat I hunt the meat", "Ah, well that is fair. So are you a hunter or just on the side?", "I am the village hunter, this is what I do every day", "That sounds so fierce! I am just your average village woman, really.", "Oh really, you don't look so average.", "Ohh, you don't think so? ", "You know, I don't have anyone to call mine and you sure are a pretty thing. I would always keep you warm and fed", "My oh my, sir, we have only just met! You are quite handsome yourself though...", "It is not uncommon for people to run off and get married. When you find a good lookin lady you don't want someone else to sweep her off her feet." ]
speech
{ "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": "wealthy bookshop owner", "self_persona": "I am a wealthy bookshop owner in the village. I buy and sell rare books from across the world. My book collection is expensive and it requires a guard at all times." }
[ "I am doing well, the store is going great.", "It looks like that I'm so happy it's doing great, my business is going great too.", "What have you been working on these days?", "A little of this and a little of that. Can't put all your eggs in one basket. I have a couple of inventions that I have put into production, it has made me very wealthy", "Diversification of assets is a good thing.", "I see you have diversified too, you don't just sell books, what a great little store", "Have you come across anything you like?", "Not today good friend, do you have any idea where that stray cat came from?", "Must have wandered in I guess.", "Little kitty, catch the mice and we won't kick you out", "Thankfully I cannot say that I have seen any of them, though it could not hurt for the cat to keep an eye on that.", "They are always a nuicince, one of my businesses is a bakery. Hey we could combine our buisinesses, a bakery and a book store" ]
speech
{ "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": "wealthy bookshop owner", "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." }
[ "Hello, how are you today good freind", "I am doing well, the store is going great.", "It looks like that I'm so happy it's doing great, my business is going great too.", "What have you been working on these days?", "A little of this and a little of that. Can't put all your eggs in one basket. I have a couple of inventions that I have put into production, it has made me very wealthy", "Diversification of assets is a good thing.", "I see you have diversified too, you don't just sell books, what a great little store", "Have you come across anything you like?", "Not today good friend, do you have any idea where that stray cat came from?", "Must have wandered in I guess.", "Little kitty, catch the mice and we won't kick you out", "Thankfully I cannot say that I have seen any of them, though it could not hurt for the cat to keep an eye on that." ]
speech
{ "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." }
[ "Hey, oink, this is our trough! ", "oh come on, I want to be a pig too!", "I don't even know what kind of animal you are!", "I am just a regular farm animal.", "I've never seen you here before in my life!", "Maybe that is because I sleep in the barn.", "Yes but you'd think that I might have seen you at least once before.", "Hmm I could not tell you the answer as to why.", "Maybe since you have just come here recently to pretend you always lived here just to steal food!", "Well if that were the case, why would I not pick better food?", "Seems like you are just rotating through food sources so as to not seem suspicious.", "Well that is quite an accusation you are alleging there!" ]