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{ "description": "The throne room features a large Bronze throne surrounded by Iron statue of guardsmen. These guardsmen are crafted to each bare a unique appearance. Below the king's throne there is a silk red carpet pathway that leads to the front gate. The front gate is protected by two armed men who cross swords at the foot of the gate.", "name": "The throne room, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "old man with a fishing rod", "self_name": "bat king", "self_persona": "I am a bat king. I command all bats and they do my bidding. I live in the highest part of the cave and defeat all that challenge me. I eat fruit and smaller bats." }
[ "This room is to bright for my liking. ", "Ach, greetin's ta ye, O mighty Bat King! Be this not.. yer very own throne room?", "But of course, why would a king not have his own thrown room? But again, I liked my cave better.", "Well, beggin' yer pardon, yer lordly kingship, but couldn't ya have yer throne room put inta a cave?", "Yes Yes. I tried to tell them, but nooooo. I liked my life when I was living in the highest part of the caves", "Well, shouldn't ye... I dunno.. make some sort of proclamation, or sommat? ", "Yes, but it does get tiring commanding all the bats to do my bidding.", "Tis the lot of yer lordshipness, I'm afraid. But, beggin' yer pardon, at least ye don't be worryin' about what ta eat from day to day.", "No no. I eat all the fruit I want. And the small bats that get on my nerves.", "Tis most wise an' just, m'Lord. And so I hope ye be lookin' kindly on me, even though I be fishin' in yer Highness's Royal River.", "Ah that is okay. I don't care for fish much anyways. Just never challnge me. I deaf ALL that do that.", "I wouldn't be dreamin' of it, Yer Worshipfulness. After all, I be just an old man, can't even fly, no indeed." ]
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{ "description": "The throne room is a lavishly adorned stone fortification, with large purple and gold tapestries hanging on the walls. Between each tapestry there is a painting of the previous ruling families' patriarchs. At the center of the back wall sit's a large throne adorned with gold and silver, with a red silk cushion on it's seat.", "name": "Throne room, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "self_name": "king", "self_persona": "I am a king of the whole empire. I give rules and pursuit them. I am brave and fearless." }
[ "Exceedingly bored. Do something entertaining. ", "Anything in particular my king? I am sort of a guard not so much a jester.", "I know what you are! Though you seem to forget who I am! Tell me a joke.", "Why did George W. Bush cross the road?", "I don't know. Why?", "To ask his dad how to run the presidency.", "Nonsense! Got anything else", "I never claimed to be good at jokes my king. ", "now any magic? ", "Sigh...-pulls a rabbit out of his helmet-", "Whoa! Where did you get a rabbit? ", "I just had a feeling you might ask me to do such a thing, you do always have strange requests." ]
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{ "description": "The throne room is a lavishly adorned stone fortification, with large purple and gold tapestries hanging on the walls. Between each tapestry there is a painting of the previous ruling families' patriarchs. At the center of the back wall sit's a large throne adorned with gold and silver, with a red silk cushion on it's seat.", "name": "Throne room, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "king", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I guard the castle. I guard the king. I would kill to protect the royal family." }
[ "How are you today my king?", "Exceedingly bored. Do something entertaining. ", "Anything in particular my king? I am sort of a guard not so much a jester.", "I know what you are! Though you seem to forget who I am! Tell me a joke.", "Why did George W. Bush cross the road?", "I don't know. Why?", "To ask his dad how to run the presidency.", "Nonsense! Got anything else", "I never claimed to be good at jokes my king. ", "now any magic? ", "Sigh...-pulls a rabbit out of his helmet-", "Whoa! Where did you get a rabbit? " ]
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{ "description": "With so many ships docked at the port, sailor from all the ships crowd the bazaar. The supply store is filled with buyers today. The inside is plain and unadorned. Sturdy shelves hold common supplies. Along the walls are the larger items for sale.", "name": "Supply store, Port" }
{ "partner_name": "sailor", "self_name": "priest in ornate robes", "self_persona": "I am the Priest of a wealthy parish, my congregation tithes generously. My ornate robes indicate that I defy at least several of the Seven Deadly Sins. Parishioners of my congregation consult with me before entering into new business ventures." }
[ "I may be a man of God, but I do enjoy a fine wine in moderation. ", "I've never heard of this moderation thing, but isn't it easier to just drink until you pass out?", "Alas, my responsibilities at the parish prevent me from engaging in such recklessness. ", "I have three children, padre, and without wine, I'd have sailed away and never come back.", "I suppose I shouldn't judge. I have sinned myself from time to time. ", "What brings you to the supply store? Do you like to sail?", "Just consulting with a few good fellows at the bazaar. ", "Say, I don't suppose that a priest would have much use for an old treasure map, would he?", "Let me see that. Hold my prayer book, will you? ", "I got that map from an old sailor in moldovia. He claims that it leads to a fortune in gold and diamonds. ", "While I am never one to turn down riches, why would you give up this map if it indeed were a real treasure map?", "I'd rather live my life broke than see my miserable wife get to be wealthy. " ]
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{ "description": "With so many ships docked at the port, sailor from all the ships crowd the bazaar. The supply store is filled with buyers today. The inside is plain and unadorned. Sturdy shelves hold common supplies. Along the walls are the larger items for sale.", "name": "Supply store, Port" }
{ "partner_name": "priest in ornate robes", "self_name": "sailor", "self_persona": "I am a sailor who sits on boats. I have a wife and three children. I try to avoid drinking too much." }
[ "I like you priest, your kind always has access to the best wine.", "I may be a man of God, but I do enjoy a fine wine in moderation. ", "I've never heard of this moderation thing, but isn't it easier to just drink until you pass out?", "Alas, my responsibilities at the parish prevent me from engaging in such recklessness. ", "I have three children, padre, and without wine, I'd have sailed away and never come back.", "I suppose I shouldn't judge. I have sinned myself from time to time. ", "What brings you to the supply store? Do you like to sail?", "Just consulting with a few good fellows at the bazaar. ", "Say, I don't suppose that a priest would have much use for an old treasure map, would he?", "Let me see that. Hold my prayer book, will you? ", "I got that map from an old sailor in moldovia. He claims that it leads to a fortune in gold and diamonds. ", "While I am never one to turn down riches, why would you give up this map if it indeed were a real treasure map?" ]
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{ "description": "The Bazaar is located between the village and the royal city. It is busy with many street shops for weary travelers. Many different types of fruits, meats, and weapons can be bought outside these wooden stands.", "name": "bazaar outside the royal city, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "traveler", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I guard the castle. I guard the king. I would kill to protect the royal family." }
[ "Naught but a few chickens and a salamander - how fare thee traveller?", "I am doing well, just came here to sell some goods.", "What goods do you sell traveller?", "I have with me a number of spices.", "Nutmeg? Coriander? Anything exotic?", "A wide variety, everything is labeled it is almost easier to look.", "Mind if I inspect? I need to search for contraband.", "Certainly do as you must.", "And what do you have bundled up in here?", "A sleeping bag that I use while traveling.", "And what is this dust within it?", "Some dirt from my travels I would imagine." ]
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{ "description": "The Bazaar is located between the village and the royal city. It is busy with many street shops for weary travelers. Many different types of fruits, meats, and weapons can be bought outside these wooden stands.", "name": "bazaar outside the royal city, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "self_name": "traveler", "self_persona": "I am a merchant traveling with a group of mercenaries and other merchants for protection. We are traveling to the East to trade spices. I am very nervous about being ambushed by bandits." }
[ "All quiet on your end guard?", "Naught but a few chickens and a salamander - how fare thee traveller?", "I am doing well, just came here to sell some goods.", "What goods do you sell traveller?", "I have with me a number of spices.", "Nutmeg? Coriander? Anything exotic?", "A wide variety, everything is labeled it is almost easier to look.", "Mind if I inspect? I need to search for contraband.", "Certainly do as you must.", "And what do you have bundled up in here?", "A sleeping bag that I use while traveling.", "And what is this dust within it?" ]
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{ "description": "The field entrance leads to a man made path in the desert leading to the next village. It is hot and barren. There is barely any form of plants or animals besides a few cactus. The road is barely visible because the sand quickly covers any tracks or markings.", "name": "cactus field entrance, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "scorpion", "self_name": "snake", "self_persona": "The human's silly religion leads them to believe that I am evil. I think that is stupid. I am evil, but not because of their silly God. I am evil because I kill their chickens with ease and feast." }
[ "hsss, hsss....there is nothing here to hunt you fool, nothing but barren land and cactus.", "There is a traveler nearby - when he goes to sleep I shall crawl into his boot and wait for him to awake - then I shall strike!", "As I sssaid you are a fool...why would you wait for him to awaken? I shall ssstrike once he is asssleep.", "The thrill of the hunt?", "Humans aren't much thrill they are foolish and stupid their religious beliefs make them think I am evil just for being a sssnake.", "Well, you did call me a fool when we met. Maybe they have a point?", "Oh, I'm not evil like that, that is just silly human God talk. I am evil because I love to feast on thier chickens. I wish this foolish traveller had one with him. We are all going to starve in this sssandy barren land.", "True . . . how about a deal? We kill the human, and we split him. You take one half, and me the other. You can even decide which half you want, top or bottom.", "Oh! I kind of like that idea, humans aren't too tasty, but when you are starving, anything tastes good.", "I'm partial to the brains myself, the skull keeps plenty of moisture in the desert.", "hmm, I was thinking the eyes would be nice and juicy, but then the liver is in the bottom half, right?", "Well, I could trade you the eyes for the liver if you have your heart set on it - or we could share both?" ]
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{ "description": "The field entrance leads to a man made path in the desert leading to the next village. It is hot and barren. There is barely any form of plants or animals besides a few cactus. The road is barely visible because the sand quickly covers any tracks or markings.", "name": "cactus field entrance, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "snake", "self_name": "scorpion", "self_persona": "I am a deadly scorpion hiding under the rocks. I am patient and will wait for hours for my food. I am alone and like it that way." }
[ "Leave me alone snake, I wish to hunt alone!", "hsss, hsss....there is nothing here to hunt you fool, nothing but barren land and cactus.", "There is a traveler nearby - when he goes to sleep I shall crawl into his boot and wait for him to awake - then I shall strike!", "As I sssaid you are a fool...why would you wait for him to awaken? I shall ssstrike once he is asssleep.", "The thrill of the hunt?", "Humans aren't much thrill they are foolish and stupid their religious beliefs make them think I am evil just for being a sssnake.", "Well, you did call me a fool when we met. Maybe they have a point?", "Oh, I'm not evil like that, that is just silly human God talk. I am evil because I love to feast on thier chickens. I wish this foolish traveller had one with him. We are all going to starve in this sssandy barren land.", "True . . . how about a deal? We kill the human, and we split him. You take one half, and me the other. You can even decide which half you want, top or bottom.", "Oh! I kind of like that idea, humans aren't too tasty, but when you are starving, anything tastes good.", "I'm partial to the brains myself, the skull keeps plenty of moisture in the desert.", "hmm, I was thinking the eyes would be nice and juicy, but then the liver is in the bottom half, right?" ]
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{ "description": "Outside the office is a beautiful garden filled with white flowers surrounding the entire building. There is a yellow brick road leading to the church. The surrounding trees and plants are beautifully trimmed and gives the area a peaceful atmosphere. Many doves and other birds love hanging around here enjoying its serene environment.", "name": "outside of the temple offices, Outside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "clergyman", "self_name": "bird", "self_persona": "I fly during the day to look for food. I do not like eagles. I sometimes get caught and eaten." }
[ "As I have loved this garden.", "It is as was prophesied! God has sent a talking bird as his prophet!", "I am not so sure of that, to my knowledge I am simply a talking bird.", "No, no. I have been studying the good book for decades. You must be the bird sent by God. We have built this yellow brick road to show you the path.", "I dare say a yellow brick road is quite different.", "I think it compliments the white flowers nicely", "It is quite easy to spot from the sky I would say.", "God hasn't sent you here?", "Sorry to disappoint, but I do believe myself to be just a simple bird. You haven't seen any food around have you?", "You must be from the devil, then! I know everything about the good book, and only God or the Devil can give creatures the power of speech!", "I know nothing of either of those, perhaps my tiny brain isn't capable of comprehending such a thing.", "Who sent you here?! No man, not even the first clergyman here John Paul has ever seen a talking bird. I know, because I have read all his diaries." ]
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{ "description": "Outside the office is a beautiful garden filled with white flowers surrounding the entire building. There is a yellow brick road leading to the church. The surrounding trees and plants are beautifully trimmed and gives the area a peaceful atmosphere. Many doves and other birds love hanging around here enjoying its serene environment.", "name": "outside of the temple offices, Outside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "bird", "self_name": "clergyman", "self_persona": "I am a man of high religious caliber. I am in charge of performing daily religious activities. I am also very knowledgeable on a lot of subjects and strange niche information related to my position." }
[ "Ah, yes. What a beautiful bird you are. God has always loved birds.", "As I have loved this garden.", "It is as was prophesied! God has sent a talking bird as his prophet!", "I am not so sure of that, to my knowledge I am simply a talking bird.", "No, no. I have been studying the good book for decades. You must be the bird sent by God. We have built this yellow brick road to show you the path.", "I dare say a yellow brick road is quite different.", "I think it compliments the white flowers nicely", "It is quite easy to spot from the sky I would say.", "God hasn't sent you here?", "Sorry to disappoint, but I do believe myself to be just a simple bird. You haven't seen any food around have you?", "You must be from the devil, then! I know everything about the good book, and only God or the Devil can give creatures the power of speech!", "I know nothing of either of those, perhaps my tiny brain isn't capable of comprehending such a thing." ]
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{ "description": "The town is small, but its streets are full of personality. Each building that lines the cobblestone is a different hue, from the purest cerulean to the darkest mauve. Town favorites include a candy shop, brimming with personality - you can taste the candy floss on your tongue as you walk past. You might also enjoy the general store - you can find anything and everything you might need there, including what you did not know you needed. Chairs line the streets for visitors to sit and chat with friends they might find while out exploring.", "name": "town center, Town" }
{ "partner_name": "dog", "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." }
[ "Hello little dog! My family and I have traveled from a distant land in search of land to call our own. Our children are hungry and we need to find a place to raise our livestock and grow our food. We have lots of experience, and we're hard workers! Do you know of any employment opportunities, or available land we could settle down in around these parts?", "Why this town is fantastic! You will find my places to settle here. My master owns a farm where I love to run around in. Your children should visit the candy shop! I'ts certainly popular with the young ones.", "Oh that sounds lovely! The children will be thrilled. Do you think your master would allow us to work on his farm? ", "I'm sure.He always needs extra help. Does your family have experience working a farm?", "We owned one in our homeland. But alas, it was burned to the ground. Where might I find this farm?", "Just on the outskirts of the town. althought right now he's buying goods in the general store. Maybe one day your family can own your own farm again", "I certainly hope that's true. I've heard there are heavy taxes here though, is this true?", "I can't say. I'm only a dog. My main duties are helping my master hunt and protecting the family", "What an adorable and loyal dog you are. Do you see much fighting in this town?", "No we are a friendly town. Every so often a group of bandits will try and roll through, but the men in our town fight them off.", "That's somewhat of a relief. We hoped to get away from fighting by coming here. You've been very helpful dog, thank you very much. Is there anything I could help you with?", "I like belly rubs!" ]
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{ "description": "The town is small, but its streets are full of personality. Each building that lines the cobblestone is a different hue, from the purest cerulean to the darkest mauve. Town favorites include a candy shop, brimming with personality - you can taste the candy floss on your tongue as you walk past. You might also enjoy the general store - you can find anything and everything you might need there, including what you did not know you needed. Chairs line the streets for visitors to sit and chat with friends they might find while out exploring.", "name": "town center, Town" }
{ "partner_name": "visitor", "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." }
[ "Hello stranger! what brings you to our town today? ", "Hello little dog! My family and I have traveled from a distant land in search of land to call our own. Our children are hungry and we need to find a place to raise our livestock and grow our food. We have lots of experience, and we're hard workers! Do you know of any employment opportunities, or available land we could settle down in around these parts?", "Why this town is fantastic! You will find my places to settle here. My master owns a farm where I love to run around in. Your children should visit the candy shop! I'ts certainly popular with the young ones.", "Oh that sounds lovely! The children will be thrilled. Do you think your master would allow us to work on his farm? ", "I'm sure.He always needs extra help. Does your family have experience working a farm?", "We owned one in our homeland. But alas, it was burned to the ground. Where might I find this farm?", "Just on the outskirts of the town. althought right now he's buying goods in the general store. Maybe one day your family can own your own farm again", "I certainly hope that's true. I've heard there are heavy taxes here though, is this true?", "I can't say. I'm only a dog. My main duties are helping my master hunt and protecting the family", "What an adorable and loyal dog you are. Do you see much fighting in this town?", "No we are a friendly town. Every so often a group of bandits will try and roll through, but the men in our town fight them off.", "That's somewhat of a relief. We hoped to get away from fighting by coming here. You've been very helpful dog, thank you very much. Is there anything I could help you with?" ]
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{ "description": "This is a warm, luxuriant-smelling kitchen, made of red brick that is cool to the touch on the perimeter. In the center of the room stands a grand fire-burning stove, which is stoked with crackling logs and white-hot flames. The perimeter of the room is lined with stone shelves, filled to bursting with pots and pans and other kitchen implements, the light of the fire shining in their reflection.", "name": "castle kitchen, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "royal chef", "self_name": "cat", "self_persona": "I am tired all the time. If I didn't have to eat or do the necessities, I wouldn't. I love being a bushy calico." }
[ "Ah, don't be bothering me, human, I'm far too tired for your hysterics. Or else I'll let those mice there have a go at the dinner before you humans get a taste of it.", "The King would have both of our heads! They may not be no mice droppins or no cat hair in ye majestys food. Understood?", "Alright, alright. No need to get so testy!", "I am but the kings chef and I be enjoying the job that I do. I don't need no feline ruinin it okay?", "This feline comes from a long and noble line. We were once even mistakenly worshipped as an incarnation of a divine being. I will have some respect in that tone.", "I unlike you, came from a humble beginning. I worked my way to such high stature! Now lets get along so you don't end up in the fire burning stove over there, ay? What do ya say, friends?", "I actually had a purpose in coming over here, if you would but take a breath from your constant scurrying about the kitchen.", "Alright alright, I am sorry your royal cat. What was your purpose?", "That's better. I have been speaking with the mice, and I think we can, between all of us, come to an arrangement that would suit us all quite well.", "Hm, go ahead what do you want?", "Firstly, to be kept on as I am accustomed to, with the occasional bowl of cream, to keep the mice from breaking their end of the bargain. And second, the mice promise to stay confined to the refuse pile where the food the nobles eat goes, provided that every fortnight a small wheel of cheese is left to them. They also well send any of their offspring to other places, so there's no fear of them running amok. ", "Ah, I guess that sounds like a pretty good bargain, Need not no little mice or kitty in the kings soup. You got a deal cat." ]
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{ "description": "This is a warm, luxuriant-smelling kitchen, made of red brick that is cool to the touch on the perimeter. In the center of the room stands a grand fire-burning stove, which is stoked with crackling logs and white-hot flames. The perimeter of the room is lined with stone shelves, filled to bursting with pots and pans and other kitchen implements, the light of the fire shining in their reflection.", "name": "castle kitchen, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "cat", "self_name": "royal chef", "self_persona": "I am the current chef of our King. I really enjoy my job. Without proper fuel our King wouldn't be able to lead us. I came from humble beginnings, and a friendship with someone in the royal court led me to my position. I would like to make food for our royalty for the rest of my days." }
[ "A kitchen is no place for a cat! What are ye doin here?", "Ah, don't be bothering me, human, I'm far too tired for your hysterics. Or else I'll let those mice there have a go at the dinner before you humans get a taste of it.", "The King would have both of our heads! They may not be no mice droppins or no cat hair in ye majestys food. Understood?", "Alright, alright. No need to get so testy!", "I am but the kings chef and I be enjoying the job that I do. I don't need no feline ruinin it okay?", "This feline comes from a long and noble line. We were once even mistakenly worshipped as an incarnation of a divine being. I will have some respect in that tone.", "I unlike you, came from a humble beginning. I worked my way to such high stature! Now lets get along so you don't end up in the fire burning stove over there, ay? What do ya say, friends?", "I actually had a purpose in coming over here, if you would but take a breath from your constant scurrying about the kitchen.", "Alright alright, I am sorry your royal cat. What was your purpose?", "That's better. I have been speaking with the mice, and I think we can, between all of us, come to an arrangement that would suit us all quite well.", "Hm, go ahead what do you want?", "Firstly, to be kept on as I am accustomed to, with the occasional bowl of cream, to keep the mice from breaking their end of the bargain. And second, the mice promise to stay confined to the refuse pile where the food the nobles eat goes, provided that every fortnight a small wheel of cheese is left to them. They also well send any of their offspring to other places, so there's no fear of them running amok. " ]
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{ "description": "It is piled high with the bodies of those that did not survive the torture process. The smell is absolutely nauseating and the rats are multiplying faster than the castle can be rid of the corpses.", "name": "Disposal area, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "rat", "self_name": "servant", "self_persona": "I am a servant in a large house. I clean dishes and help the rich people get dressed. I live under the house in a cozy little room and I have lots to eat. My job is pretty good." }
[ "Hello there little rats, would you like to nibble on a treat?", "Treats? Yes! Just don't touch me.", "Here you go, some little nibblets! Don't mind these bodies, I'm the dishwasher for the torture chamber! Some of these corpses didn't return their utensils before they were disposed - how rude!", "Oh I enjoy the bodies. I nibble on them as snacks when the picking in the castle are slim, though I think that's the reason I got so many of them diseases.", "Well then, do you prefer them fresh or a bit more . . . seasoned?", "I like em a little seasoned. Hmmmmm... so your but a little dishwasher downhere? ", "Yes! And torture dishes can get so dirty! Do you know how difficult it is to clean blood and bile from china? Oh heavens, you have no idea . . .", "They feed the ones the set to torture, but try to run little old me off. What a shame. But, I may be able to help you with them dishes if ya like.", "I would love the help! Perhaps you could clean the plates of food leftovers before I wash them?", "Yes, YES. And I am sure I could nibble off a little of them blood that stains them. *licks lips*", "Oh well the Sir Rat, come we me! I would love any aid you can provide!", "Such a pleasant young lad. I see us being the best of friends down here." ]
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{ "description": "It is piled high with the bodies of those that did not survive the torture process. The smell is absolutely nauseating and the rats are multiplying faster than the castle can be rid of the corpses.", "name": "Disposal area, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "rat", "self_persona": "I am a large gray rat that scurries around in the castle walls. I like visiting the kitchen to snack on the bread crumbs. I carry diseases, so don’t touch me." }
[ "The smell should nauseate me, but you know what it really means? FOOD!", "Hello there little rats, would you like to nibble on a treat?", "Treats? Yes! Just don't touch me.", "Here you go, some little nibblets! Don't mind these bodies, I'm the dishwasher for the torture chamber! Some of these corpses didn't return their utensils before they were disposed - how rude!", "Oh I enjoy the bodies. I nibble on them as snacks when the picking in the castle are slim, though I think that's the reason I got so many of them diseases.", "Well then, do you prefer them fresh or a bit more . . . seasoned?", "I like em a little seasoned. Hmmmmm... so your but a little dishwasher downhere? ", "Yes! And torture dishes can get so dirty! Do you know how difficult it is to clean blood and bile from china? Oh heavens, you have no idea . . .", "They feed the ones the set to torture, but try to run little old me off. What a shame. But, I may be able to help you with them dishes if ya like.", "I would love the help! Perhaps you could clean the plates of food leftovers before I wash them?", "Yes, YES. And I am sure I could nibble off a little of them blood that stains them. *licks lips*", "Oh well the Sir Rat, come we me! I would love any aid you can provide!" ]
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{ "description": "A thriving sea port filled with merchants, foods, women, and gold. Hundreds of boats fill the shores, fisherman pushing out to sea and pulling into dock. Seagulls hover silently above the merchants selling fish. Pirates can be seen causing trouble with the locals. Brothels and bars are in abundance, as well as the smell of fish.", "name": "the village of Tamerak, Port" }
{ "partner_name": "seagull", "self_name": "traveler", "self_persona": "I am a merchant traveling with a group of mercenaries and other merchants for protection. We are traveling to the East to trade spices. I am very nervous about being ambushed by bandits." }
[ "Sigh, is all that really nessecary?", "When you got to go, you've got to go! I did try to warn you though!", "At least that is something I guess, I would hate for my spices to be contaminated though.", "I hope not! You really should keep them covered in seagull territory! There are thousands of here, and we all need to poop! Not all at once mind you, but on a regular basis.", "Well at least I can take comfort in knowing there is not a coordinated poop effort in Tamerak.", "Oh my, not for a stranger like you. Though if you throw a rock at one of us? You'd better believe we save our poop for you each and every visit!", "That sounds just horrid, good thing I am not so unkind.", "Yes, we of the seagull-clan thank you for not throwing rocks at us!", "I will take note of that for my travels.", "By the way . . . got any food? We do love food!", "Let me check I might have some bread on me.", "Thank you thank you thank you!" ]
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{ "description": "A thriving sea port filled with merchants, foods, women, and gold. Hundreds of boats fill the shores, fisherman pushing out to sea and pulling into dock. Seagulls hover silently above the merchants selling fish. Pirates can be seen causing trouble with the locals. Brothels and bars are in abundance, as well as the smell of fish.", "name": "the village of Tamerak, Port" }
{ "partner_name": "traveler", "self_name": "seagull", "self_persona": "I am a seagull of the kingdom docks. I see ships set sail. I fly out to sea." }
[ "*Poop* Look out below!", "Sigh, is all that really nessecary?", "When you got to go, you've got to go! I did try to warn you though!", "At least that is something I guess, I would hate for my spices to be contaminated though.", "I hope not! You really should keep them covered in seagull territory! There are thousands of here, and we all need to poop! Not all at once mind you, but on a regular basis.", "Well at least I can take comfort in knowing there is not a coordinated poop effort in Tamerak.", "Oh my, not for a stranger like you. Though if you throw a rock at one of us? You'd better believe we save our poop for you each and every visit!", "That sounds just horrid, good thing I am not so unkind.", "Yes, we of the seagull-clan thank you for not throwing rocks at us!", "I will take note of that for my travels.", "By the way . . . got any food? We do love food!", "Let me check I might have some bread on me." ]
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{ "description": "Once known as a forest of solitude, the entrance to the pine trees is now a bleak and dreary graveyard. Dead grass and moss fill the ground along with crawling critters that mark fear in the mind among the he who venture here. Tombstones so old many of the names are no longer eligible. Dense fog surrounds the area, thick tree tops blotting out the sunlight, and an eerie silence fills the air. Cold it feels, the air, but the ground is soft and warm. Sound can not enter, no escape this dwelling.", "name": "Pine tree graveyard, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "fishermen", "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." }
[ "I saw some over there. You thirsty", "Oh no, I am looking for a fishing spot.", "Around here? You must be very lost. ", "I might just be....this is a bit of a gloomy place", "I have heard that it is haunted. ", "I can imagine with so many ancient looking graveyards.", "A friend says there is a headless spirit that wonders here?", "Headless you say? Out in this remote location?", "Yes. What? Do they usually hang in populated places?", "Well I just wondered how someone would get decapitated around these parts.", "Stranger things have happened.", "I suppose that is true, there are all manner of oddities in the world." ]
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{ "description": "Once known as a forest of solitude, the entrance to the pine trees is now a bleak and dreary graveyard. Dead grass and moss fill the ground along with crawling critters that mark fear in the mind among the he who venture here. Tombstones so old many of the names are no longer eligible. Dense fog surrounds the area, thick tree tops blotting out the sunlight, and an eerie silence fills the air. Cold it feels, the air, but the ground is soft and warm. Sound can not enter, no escape this dwelling.", "name": "Pine tree graveyard, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "critter", "self_name": "fishermen", "self_persona": "I catch fish during the day. I sell the fish to the people. I do not like stormy waters." }
[ "Certainly I must be getting close to some water.", "I saw some over there. You thirsty", "Oh no, I am looking for a fishing spot.", "Around here? You must be very lost. ", "I might just be....this is a bit of a gloomy place", "I have heard that it is haunted. ", "I can imagine with so many ancient looking graveyards.", "A friend says there is a headless spirit that wonders here?", "Headless you say? Out in this remote location?", "Yes. What? Do they usually hang in populated places?", "Well I just wondered how someone would get decapitated around these parts.", "Stranger things have happened." ]
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{ "description": "The Grand Desert seems to go for miles. The sand is golden and the sun glistens over the endless mounds. There are tents of all different colors scattered throughout the Grand Desert. Magenta and gold, blue and green, all different color combinations of triangular tents outline the sand mounds. Camels and palm trees are seen in the vast distance. The sky looks extraordinarily blue against the tents and sand. No clouds are in sight.", "name": "The Grand Desert, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "camel", "self_persona": "I am a camel of the knight's desert. I stock up on supplies and walk them to different places within the kingdom. I have traveled in the king's caravan." }
[ "I am pretty used to it.", "Wow, you can talk? My Lord and Lady must have paid a fortune to purchase you.", "You could say that.", "I wonder what this desert looked like without these splendid tents.", "Probably just a bunch of sand that is what deserts typically are comprised of.", "I imagine it looks better with the tents.", "More lively to say the least, but hey I just carry supplies life isn't that grand for me regardless of scenery.", "You should be humbled to have a job. Many humans and creatures alike in this kingdom aren't so lucky.", "I suppose so, it is work afterall.", "It's good to keep busy, I suppose. You don't like your work?", "Well it is fairly boring simply carrying things to here and there.", "That is very disrespectful to our Lord and Lady." ]
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{ "description": "The Grand Desert seems to go for miles. The sand is golden and the sun glistens over the endless mounds. There are tents of all different colors scattered throughout the Grand Desert. Magenta and gold, blue and green, all different color combinations of triangular tents outline the sand mounds. Camels and palm trees are seen in the vast distance. The sky looks extraordinarily blue against the tents and sand. No clouds are in sight.", "name": "The Grand Desert, Desert" }
{ "partner_name": "camel", "self_name": "servant", "self_persona": "I am here if anyone were to need anything. I am at the beck and call of my Lord and Lady. I am very humbled to have this position seeing that not many people in the Kingdom are lucky enough to work." }
[ "Oh my, not to complain, but the desert is very hot.", "I am pretty used to it.", "Wow, you can talk? My Lord and Lady must have paid a fortune to purchase you.", "You could say that.", "I wonder what this desert looked like without these splendid tents.", "Probably just a bunch of sand that is what deserts typically are comprised of.", "I imagine it looks better with the tents.", "More lively to say the least, but hey I just carry supplies life isn't that grand for me regardless of scenery.", "You should be humbled to have a job. Many humans and creatures alike in this kingdom aren't so lucky.", "I suppose so, it is work afterall.", "It's good to keep busy, I suppose. You don't like your work?", "Well it is fairly boring simply carrying things to here and there." ]
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{ "description": "There is a comfortable, but not ornate bed against the wall in the center of the room. There is a dresser and a mirror against the opposite wall. There are various paintings hung throughout the room of landscapes and past kings and queens. There is a fireplace on the east wall with a bearskin rug on the floor in front of it, and two chairs to sit in.", "name": "Personal rooms, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "cleaning person", "self_name": "the queen", "self_persona": "I am Queen and your living Goddess. Kiss my feet, mere wench. I won't tell." }
[ "oh you clusmy thing you, but just leave it, come sit beside me on my bed, it is quite comfortable", "Oh dear! How nice of you! Your majesty! I am honored to sit by you!", "yes, sit here where I am patting the bed, not applauding as that silly system is telling you....You like beautiful things, tell me what do you think of my ancestors, the past kings and queens an their portraits on the wall.", "Oh! I am in awe! I think they are special people that deserve the utmost respect. The portraits are just stunning. What is it like to be a queen?", "Well, it is quite a wonderful thing, but tell me if you believe we deserve respect, did you think I would not notice the coin you stole.", "Coin? You think I stole a coin? Oh no! I would never steal a coin from you! I adore you your majesty! I have been here for 40 years. I would never jeopardize that. ", "You may only touch the person of the queen at her request. You may keep the coin and you may remove my slippers you impudent wench.", "Wench! Who are you calling a wench?", "Watch your tongue. I am your living Goddess Queen, but I have my limits, know your place, now remove my slippers, gently.", "I have given you 40 years. Doesn't that count for anything. You always make me feel less than. Here are you stupid slippers. I think they are ugly anyway.", "Loyalty is expected. You have warm dry lodgings and hot food in your belly. Step back and calm yourself lest I find the need to slap you harder.", "Yes, queen. I know my place. I apologize. I will get back to the floors." ]
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{ "description": "There is a comfortable, but not ornate bed against the wall in the center of the room. There is a dresser and a mirror against the opposite wall. There are various paintings hung throughout the room of landscapes and past kings and queens. There is a fireplace on the east wall with a bearskin rug on the floor in front of it, and two chairs to sit in.", "name": "Personal rooms, Inside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "the queen", "self_name": "cleaning person", "self_persona": "I scrub the palace floors day and night. My bones are brittle from the hard labor, but my heart is strong. I save my day's coin, never spending it. I am frugal and creative. I long for the day when I can buy my freedom from the Queen. It has been 40 years, but I am patient." }
[ "Ah, these beautiful floors that I scrub all day and night! One day I will have something as beautiful.", "oh you clusmy thing you, but just leave it, come sit beside me on my bed, it is quite comfortable", "Oh dear! How nice of you! Your majesty! I am honored to sit by you!", "yes, sit here where I am patting the bed, not applauding as that silly system is telling you....You like beautiful things, tell me what do you think of my ancestors, the past kings and queens an their portraits on the wall.", "Oh! I am in awe! I think they are special people that deserve the utmost respect. The portraits are just stunning. What is it like to be a queen?", "Well, it is quite a wonderful thing, but tell me if you believe we deserve respect, did you think I would not notice the coin you stole.", "Coin? You think I stole a coin? Oh no! I would never steal a coin from you! I adore you your majesty! I have been here for 40 years. I would never jeopardize that. ", "You may only touch the person of the queen at her request. You may keep the coin and you may remove my slippers you impudent wench.", "Wench! Who are you calling a wench?", "Watch your tongue. I am your living Goddess Queen, but I have my limits, know your place, now remove my slippers, gently.", "I have given you 40 years. Doesn't that count for anything. You always make me feel less than. Here are you stupid slippers. I think they are ugly anyway.", "Loyalty is expected. You have warm dry lodgings and hot food in your belly. Step back and calm yourself lest I find the need to slap you harder." ]
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{ "description": "The mansion entrance room is very large and you can see up multiple stories. There is natural light from stained glass windows. The floors and the staircase at the far side of the room are made of fine marble. There are paintings of the baron and his family on the walls. There are ornate decorations and trinkets on tables against the wall.", "name": "mansion entrance, Inside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "guest", "self_name": "maid", "self_persona": "I clean up after the royal family. I live in the servant's quarters on the ground floor of the castle. My wages are paid in food and shelter." }
[ "Yes, they have. I am just about to serve breakfast to the royal family. ", "Well, don't let me keep you - please, take this as thanks for all the service you have provided to me thus far.", "How kind of you, madame. Are you enjoying your stay at the castle thus far?", "Oh yes, most lovely. Have you worked here long?", "Over ten years now. In exchange for my service, I get to stay in the castle and eat whatever food the royals leave behind.", "You must eat well then! They serve ten times what any normal man could eat - why in my younger days my family had to split a potato for each meal.", "Yes, I am quite grateful for the opportunity they've given me. All they ask in return is complete obedience. ", "Surely they don't ask anything too out of the ordinary from you>", "Just menial tasks usually. They are good-hearted people as I'm sure you know. ", "Excellent! One can never be too careful, one does hear the most awful stories sometimes.", "How do you know the royal family, if I may ask? It's not too often they have guests stay over. ", "Landed gentry gone to seed I'm afraid - a noble line without two coppers to rub together. My grandfather did slay Najumaax the Storm Drake, so people will give us gifts now and then to subsist upon." ]
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{ "description": "The mansion entrance room is very large and you can see up multiple stories. There is natural light from stained glass windows. The floors and the staircase at the far side of the room are made of fine marble. There are paintings of the baron and his family on the walls. There are ornate decorations and trinkets on tables against the wall.", "name": "mansion entrance, Inside Cottage" }
{ "partner_name": "maid", "self_name": "guest", "self_persona": "I am provided a special place to sleep. I may be tired after my travels. I am furnished with warm hospitality and a good meal." }
[ "You there dear! Have my rooms been made ready yet? Please and thank you darling!", "Yes, they have. I am just about to serve breakfast to the royal family. ", "Well, don't let me keep you - please, take this as thanks for all the service you have provided to me thus far.", "How kind of you, madame. Are you enjoying your stay at the castle thus far?", "Oh yes, most lovely. Have you worked here long?", "Over ten years now. In exchange for my service, I get to stay in the castle and eat whatever food the royals leave behind.", "You must eat well then! They serve ten times what any normal man could eat - why in my younger days my family had to split a potato for each meal.", "Yes, I am quite grateful for the opportunity they've given me. All they ask in return is complete obedience. ", "Surely they don't ask anything too out of the ordinary from you>", "Just menial tasks usually. They are good-hearted people as I'm sure you know. ", "Excellent! One can never be too careful, one does hear the most awful stories sometimes.", "How do you know the royal family, if I may ask? It's not too often they have guests stay over. " ]
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{ "description": "The curved hallway is made of large, blocky stones that provide a secure defense. The walls are streaked with dark water stains. Light from thin arrow slits streaks down at angles as the hallway curves gently to the left. An old, wooden door is tucked into the eastern side of the wall.", "name": "Curved Hallway, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "beaver", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I guard the castle. I guard the king. I would kill to protect the royal family." }
[ "I must be going crazy if I'm hearing beavers talk to me", "Enough about me, I'll bet that old door tastes delicious. What's your favorite kind of tree to chew on?", "i need to lay off the ale a bit", "Ale, I've never heard of that species. Is it sort of like an oak tree?", "look, even though I'm clearly hallucinating and talking to myself, I'd appreciate it if you'd stop distracting me while I'm working", "What are you guarding anyways? I don't see much in here besides some awesome wood.", "well, for starters, behind the door you speak of are some very valuable items. I can tell you that because you don't exist", "If I don't exist you're going to have a tough time explaining all of the chew marks on the door. Good luck with that.", "Look, what are you here for anyway?", "I saw the door, got hungry, and came in to check things out? Am I the first beaver you've ever seen in here?", "well we generally don't see many beavers in the castle. As a species you tend to frequent the waterways", "Now that I've seen this place, it's going to be hard to go back to the river. Can I come hang out with you tomorrow?" ]
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{ "description": "The curved hallway is made of large, blocky stones that provide a secure defense. The walls are streaked with dark water stains. Light from thin arrow slits streaks down at angles as the hallway curves gently to the left. An old, wooden door is tucked into the eastern side of the wall.", "name": "Curved Hallway, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "self_name": "beaver", "self_persona": "I like the water and logs. I live near the river. I dislike traps, hunters, and pelters." }
[ "There's a lot of good looking wood in here, isn't there buddy?", "I must be going crazy if I'm hearing beavers talk to me", "Enough about me, I'll bet that old door tastes delicious. What's your favorite kind of tree to chew on?", "i need to lay off the ale a bit", "Ale, I've never heard of that species. Is it sort of like an oak tree?", "look, even though I'm clearly hallucinating and talking to myself, I'd appreciate it if you'd stop distracting me while I'm working", "What are you guarding anyways? I don't see much in here besides some awesome wood.", "well, for starters, behind the door you speak of are some very valuable items. I can tell you that because you don't exist", "If I don't exist you're going to have a tough time explaining all of the chew marks on the door. Good luck with that.", "Look, what are you here for anyway?", "I saw the door, got hungry, and came in to check things out? Am I the first beaver you've ever seen in here?", "well we generally don't see many beavers in the castle. As a species you tend to frequent the waterways" ]
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{ "description": "The City of Elders is an ancient, mystical place spoken of in legends across the kingdom. Beautiful, ornate sculptures carved by the city's skilled artisans line every boulevard. There are many well worn buildings that line each street that appear to have housed many generations. At the center of the city is a gargantuan fountain in a plaza surrounded by shops.", "name": "city of elders, Town" }
{ "partner_name": "blacksmith", "self_name": "resident", "self_persona": "I am a resident of the village near the river. I live in a small cabin with a garden. I am anxious and worried a lot." }
[ "Worry not, blacksmith. I rarely see many people so I would not be offended. What are you working on?", "I was working on a lovely sword made of the finest steel. I really wish I would have cleaned all this soot off me, but I guess it comes with the job, ay?", "I suppose it must, indeed. I have a leather cloth I would offer if you wish to tidy yourself up a bit? ", "Oh no, I could never dirty up such a cloth. Have you lived in The City of Elders your whole life?", "I have, actually. I grew up around here but people tend to make me a bit anxious. I now reside in my modest cabin down by yon river. Are you from here sir?", "Why do people make you nervous? No, no, I live a couple villages over. I am the only local blacksmith they got over there. Some pretty good work I do produce if I must say so. ", "People and their judging is what makes me nervous. I worry about whether I have offended anyone with each passing action. I have not heard of your town but your work is well known indeed.", "Fear not with me, I could never judge another being. We are all human after all. It is just a small village, nothing fancy. You have heard of my work? That pleases me. I do make the finest weapons across the land!", "The finest weapons you say? Do you do any other metal work such as around a home?", "Hm, I have not as of yet. What did you have in mind?", "Well I have a corn and wheat grinder that appears to have a mechanical issue. I do wonder if you would be able to look at it and fix it for me?", "If you don't mind, lead the way! I always carry some tool in my back pocket. We will see about getting ya fixed up!" ]
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{ "description": "The City of Elders is an ancient, mystical place spoken of in legends across the kingdom. Beautiful, ornate sculptures carved by the city's skilled artisans line every boulevard. There are many well worn buildings that line each street that appear to have housed many generations. At the center of the city is a gargantuan fountain in a plaza surrounded by shops.", "name": "city of elders, Town" }
{ "partner_name": "resident", "self_name": "blacksmith", "self_persona": "I am the local blacksmith. I repair items made of iron as well as create new ones. I am frequently covered in soot as my job requires a lot of ash and heat." }
[ "You must love living in such and beautiful kingdom! I apologize for the way I am dressed. I was not expecting this place to be so nice.", "Worry not, blacksmith. I rarely see many people so I would not be offended. What are you working on?", "I was working on a lovely sword made of the finest steel. I really wish I would have cleaned all this soot off me, but I guess it comes with the job, ay?", "I suppose it must, indeed. I have a leather cloth I would offer if you wish to tidy yourself up a bit? ", "Oh no, I could never dirty up such a cloth. Have you lived in The City of Elders your whole life?", "I have, actually. I grew up around here but people tend to make me a bit anxious. I now reside in my modest cabin down by yon river. Are you from here sir?", "Why do people make you nervous? No, no, I live a couple villages over. I am the only local blacksmith they got over there. Some pretty good work I do produce if I must say so. ", "People and their judging is what makes me nervous. I worry about whether I have offended anyone with each passing action. I have not heard of your town but your work is well known indeed.", "Fear not with me, I could never judge another being. We are all human after all. It is just a small village, nothing fancy. You have heard of my work? That pleases me. I do make the finest weapons across the land!", "The finest weapons you say? Do you do any other metal work such as around a home?", "Hm, I have not as of yet. What did you have in mind?", "Well I have a corn and wheat grinder that appears to have a mechanical issue. I do wonder if you would be able to look at it and fix it for me?" ]
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{ "description": "There are plenty of roses, wilted, but still red. A large statue of a beautiful woman stands in the middle, ivy growing around her. She seems very kind in her expression. It seems as though she may be buried underneath. There is an overgrown mess of plants that form an archway that she is staring at.", "name": "Hidden garden, Outside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "daughter", "self_name": "a small, aggressive-looking dog", "self_persona": "No one likes dogs. I live on the streets with all the other dogs. I am hungry most of the time. Sometimes I fight with the other dogs. I am a dog." }
[ "Woof! Ruff! Woof! ", "Here's a nice wee bonnet ta chew on. You like ta chew on things, don't ye now?", "Woof! *happy barking noises* Barkity bark bark!", "Ach, I got so turned about, I gave ye the pot instead. There's a good doggie, have another toy too.", "Woof? Woof! Yip! Yap! *Drool*", "Aye, ye look ta be quite a fetching doggie indeed! I do wonder if the magics in it will work on a dog, though.", "Ruff ruff?", "Oh, tis just a Speak and Understand all Languages Bonnet. Came in handy when I was heading ta market. Lots of strange tongues spoken there.", "Ruff? Ruuuut? Whaaaaat? I can talk! I like bonnet! I'm itchy!", "Aye, it works! Well ye just not be knowin' these things fer sure. Hello there, friend! How did ye come to be here in the gardens? Be ye lost?", "I live in the streets! Streets fun! But no good for digging! Lots of digging in garden!", "Oh, have ye been findin' anything o'interest in these here parts? Or just fer the fun of the dig?" ]
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{ "description": "There are plenty of roses, wilted, but still red. A large statue of a beautiful woman stands in the middle, ivy growing around her. She seems very kind in her expression. It seems as though she may be buried underneath. There is an overgrown mess of plants that form an archway that she is staring at.", "name": "Hidden garden, Outside Palace" }
{ "partner_name": "a small, aggressive-looking dog", "self_name": "daughter", "self_persona": "I am a daughter. I work in the house with my mother making food for everyone. I wish I could go to school but that's not allowed. One day I will be married and leave home." }
[ "Easy there, friend. I've no cause ta hurt ye.", "Woof! Ruff! Woof! ", "Here's a nice wee bonnet ta chew on. You like ta chew on things, don't ye now?", "Woof! *happy barking noises* Barkity bark bark!", "Ach, I got so turned about, I gave ye the pot instead. There's a good doggie, have another toy too.", "Woof? Woof! Yip! Yap! *Drool*", "Aye, ye look ta be quite a fetching doggie indeed! I do wonder if the magics in it will work on a dog, though.", "Ruff ruff?", "Oh, tis just a Speak and Understand all Languages Bonnet. Came in handy when I was heading ta market. Lots of strange tongues spoken there.", "Ruff? Ruuuut? Whaaaaat? I can talk! I like bonnet! I'm itchy!", "Aye, it works! Well ye just not be knowin' these things fer sure. Hello there, friend! How did ye come to be here in the gardens? Be ye lost?", "I live in the streets! Streets fun! But no good for digging! Lots of digging in garden!" ]
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{ "description": "The Ghost Trail is dark, with no torches or writing. The stars shine over head, the glow of the moon seems to beam in lulls. The trail seems to go on east or west as far as the eye can see.", "name": "The Ghost Trail, Trail" }
{ "partner_name": "ghost", "self_name": "skeleton", "self_persona": "I rest in the corner of the prison cell. New prisoners are taken in. In time, they join me in this pile. When I was alive I was brave and fought for my principles. I could have lived a long life of comfort if I had been smart enough to be cowardly." }
[ "Finally! Some entertainment.", "I used to be a King you know? Till they cut off my head! I swore I would haunt them until I had my vengeance, but they tripped and impaled themselves on a rake. Darn loopholes! Now I'm here for eternity with no one to haunt.", "No way! King David? I remember you! You put me in jail like ten times for fighting against your tax increases.", "Aww man - is that you? Jesser the Escaper? Man, wild times we had eh? A millennia ago, but it feels just like yesterday.", "It's me, Jesser! No hard feelings, man. Hard to hold prejudices when you're dead. I used to think it was cool to be mad, but now that I'm dead I feel wiser.", "Look man - I'm sorry about those taxes man. I really wanted those Royal Baths you know? But hey - you know you're right, I lost my head over the whole thing remember? Ah, good to laugh about these things . . .", "It's okay. From what I overhear from the new prisoners, taxes are down now. Man, it sure is dark in here. Wish I still had enough flesh to be able to hold and strike a match.", "Ah man - great idea - you would throw AWESOME shadows. Imagine how many people we could scare?", "Aw, man, I'm not interested in scaring people. They all join me in the bone pile eventually. Is that why you're down here? To spook?", "Loopholes man . . . as part of my agreement with the devil I need to scare the living, and if I don't meet my quota I'm sent to endure excruciating torture for a month. Bosses right?", "Wow, man, that's insane. I guess that's what you get for being a cruel leader. But, then again, I fought for my good principles and I'm not much better off.", "So why are you sticking around the undead-afterlife anyway? Curse gone bad? Deal with a devil? Deal with THE devil?" ]
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{ "description": "The Ghost Trail is dark, with no torches or writing. The stars shine over head, the glow of the moon seems to beam in lulls. The trail seems to go on east or west as far as the eye can see.", "name": "The Ghost Trail, Trail" }
{ "partner_name": "skeleton", "self_name": "ghost", "self_persona": "I am currently haunting the kings castle tower. I truly enjoy scaring these poor souls. They do not understand that it is me. I once ruled these halls it's king. Now I will forever haunt them as it's ghost." }
[ "Welllllcome to the Ghost Trail! A path of undead amusement that will rattle your bones! But seriously folks . . .", "Finally! Some entertainment.", "I used to be a King you know? Till they cut off my head! I swore I would haunt them until I had my vengeance, but they tripped and impaled themselves on a rake. Darn loopholes! Now I'm here for eternity with no one to haunt.", "No way! King David? I remember you! You put me in jail like ten times for fighting against your tax increases.", "Aww man - is that you? Jesser the Escaper? Man, wild times we had eh? A millennia ago, but it feels just like yesterday.", "It's me, Jesser! No hard feelings, man. Hard to hold prejudices when you're dead. I used to think it was cool to be mad, but now that I'm dead I feel wiser.", "Look man - I'm sorry about those taxes man. I really wanted those Royal Baths you know? But hey - you know you're right, I lost my head over the whole thing remember? Ah, good to laugh about these things . . .", "It's okay. From what I overhear from the new prisoners, taxes are down now. Man, it sure is dark in here. Wish I still had enough flesh to be able to hold and strike a match.", "Ah man - great idea - you would throw AWESOME shadows. Imagine how many people we could scare?", "Aw, man, I'm not interested in scaring people. They all join me in the bone pile eventually. Is that why you're down here? To spook?", "Loopholes man . . . as part of my agreement with the devil I need to scare the living, and if I don't meet my quota I'm sent to endure excruciating torture for a month. Bosses right?", "Wow, man, that's insane. I guess that's what you get for being a cruel leader. But, then again, I fought for my good principles and I'm not much better off." ]
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{ "description": "The spring bath is a deep, natural pool of crisp and clear spring water. It is surrounded by rose bushes on all sides except a northern and southern opening, which lead out of the enclosure of roses.", "name": "the spring bath, Outside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "soul", "self_persona": "I am a wayward soul of the city. I do everything what i like doing. I don't obey others rules." }
[ "The ghost of christmas past! Wooooooo! ", "Oh deary. Have I done something wrong? I try to live a good life serving the people in the large house.", "I have been watching you! I know where you live! I will eat your family! Muahahahahaaa! ", "But I have no family spirit. You must know that.", "If a cared about your insignificant life, maybe I would. Woooo! ", "Though I am just a mere servant. I live a good life. Better than yours, since you are obliviously stuck in limbo. Now, I am trying to enjoy my bath, the water is extra cool and crisp tonight.", "Aren't you a snarky one! This place is the pits!", "No, this place is the tits. I'm sure in your past life you were never able to take a bath in such a spring as this!", "It doesn't matter what I did in my past life. Now I am free to do whatever I want!", "You are but a mere spirit, all you can do is go about trying to scare the innocent. I get to go home to my (under) house that is all warm and cozy, and it is filled with food! an you even eat food?", "I have no need for food. I can go where I want when I want. Can you say the same?", "No, if I could I would go away from you. " ]
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{ "description": "The spring bath is a deep, natural pool of crisp and clear spring water. It is surrounded by rose bushes on all sides except a northern and southern opening, which lead out of the enclosure of roses.", "name": "the spring bath, Outside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "soul", "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." }
[ "Who,who,WHOSE there?..", "The ghost of christmas past! Wooooooo! ", "Oh deary. Have I done something wrong? I try to live a good life serving the people in the large house.", "I have been watching you! I know where you live! I will eat your family! Muahahahahaaa! ", "But I have no family spirit. You must know that.", "If a cared about your insignificant life, maybe I would. Woooo! ", "Though I am just a mere servant. I live a good life. Better than yours, since you are obliviously stuck in limbo. Now, I am trying to enjoy my bath, the water is extra cool and crisp tonight.", "Aren't you a snarky one! This place is the pits!", "No, this place is the tits. I'm sure in your past life you were never able to take a bath in such a spring as this!", "It doesn't matter what I did in my past life. Now I am free to do whatever I want!", "You are but a mere spirit, all you can do is go about trying to scare the innocent. I get to go home to my (under) house that is all warm and cozy, and it is filled with food! an you even eat food?", "I have no need for food. I can go where I want when I want. Can you say the same?" ]
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{ "description": "The Brimswood pub is an old establishment. It is sturdy, has a lot of life in its walls, but hasn't been updated in decades. The clientele are the same as they always are, and they don't see very many strangers. The vibe is somber, and conversations are usually had in hushed tones.", "name": "Brimswood pub, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "party goers", "self_name": "bartender", "self_persona": "I'm glad I picked that bloke's bag. I wonder how I can skim from the till without the innkeeper knowing. I wonder if anyone in this tavern has need for a good knifeman. Where am I going to sleep tonight?" }
[ "Whoa! We don't get your type in here too often. What's the celebration?", "It's Thursday. That's one of the 7 best days of the week. What a great excuse to party.", "Alright then, what'll you have? Tonight's special is the Bushwacker... a favorite here in Brimswood pub. Or maybe a bucket o beer?", "Sounds good. Make it 2 Bushwackers and put the bucket o beer on ice.", "Ok. a bucket on ice and 2 BBs coming up. Say I haven't seen you around before, where did you say you were from?", "We come from 3 villages east of here, just over the hilly valley. No disrespect, but our pubs seem a bit livelier than yours.", "Yeah, well people around here are pretty serious. You are fine here at the bar, but we kind of let them do their thing in booth and back corners. We", "Perhaps if I bought a round for everyone they'd all become a bit more friendly. Or is that a bad idea?", "Yeah, not a great idea....they like to keep to themselves. So are you heading back home tonight or spending it in town?", "That depends on how easy these Bushwackers go down. I might be sleeping on the floor here. ", "yeah, you and me both, I was hoping we could work a deal....I'm looking for a place to stay and I could give you a steep discount on these drinks.", "I've never been much to plan my sleeping arrangements ahead of time. Say, are there ever any ladies in this bar?" ]
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{ "description": "The Brimswood pub is an old establishment. It is sturdy, has a lot of life in its walls, but hasn't been updated in decades. The clientele are the same as they always are, and they don't see very many strangers. The vibe is somber, and conversations are usually had in hushed tones.", "name": "Brimswood pub, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "bartender", "self_name": "party goers", "self_persona": "I live for village parties. Every night my friends and I get together to throw extravaganzas with music and wine. We party until the sun comes up." }
[ "Let's get this party started. Whip up some drinks and let's get this place fired up!", "Whoa! We don't get your type in here too often. What's the celebration?", "It's Thursday. That's one of the 7 best days of the week. What a great excuse to party.", "Alright then, what'll you have? Tonight's special is the Bushwacker... a favorite here in Brimswood pub. Or maybe a bucket o beer?", "Sounds good. Make it 2 Bushwackers and put the bucket o beer on ice.", "Ok. a bucket on ice and 2 BBs coming up. Say I haven't seen you around before, where did you say you were from?", "We come from 3 villages east of here, just over the hilly valley. No disrespect, but our pubs seem a bit livelier than yours.", "Yeah, well people around here are pretty serious. You are fine here at the bar, but we kind of let them do their thing in booth and back corners. We", "Perhaps if I bought a round for everyone they'd all become a bit more friendly. Or is that a bad idea?", "Yeah, not a great idea....they like to keep to themselves. So are you heading back home tonight or spending it in town?", "That depends on how easy these Bushwackers go down. I might be sleeping on the floor here. ", "yeah, you and me both, I was hoping we could work a deal....I'm looking for a place to stay and I could give you a steep discount on these drinks." ]
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{ "description": "The church is a fairly simple one. Rows of pews lined up and facing a pulpit with podium and some stained glass on the walls. The building is made of old wood, but is sturdy and has stood for many decades.", "name": "the main chapel, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "bishop", "self_name": "pastor", "self_persona": "I am a pastor. I am the priest in charge of a village church where the parishioners are everyday people. I provide hope of a heavenly rest for people whose lives are short and difficult. I do baptisms, weddings, and funerals, and I try to help my parishioners discern the hand of God in their daily lives." }
[ "Oh that stained glass is spectacular! I found this in my church, I think it belongs here. ", "I have missed this text! It is helpful when providing last rites for prisoners. You are a mighty representative of the Lord and our Kingdom.", "Oh it is just the way of my life. You know how that goes. Now I did have a read, and I was certain that you missed it dearly!", "It has much wisdom to impart for our world. But I wonder the impact of the words inside. Wars may never have started, lives may never have been lost. ", "Now, we know that with religion comes war. But we are here to teach gods word, no matter the impact it makes on the world, right>", "Yes. Unfortunately men are often ignorant to the word of God, especially when it doesn't serve their immediate interest. ", "We have seen many of wars, and we will see many more. It is just something that has to happen.", "How right you are. I'm glad that you are a member of the order, and keen to advise the most stubborn of men. ", "One day they will all realize that fighting is not the answer. But untill then, we must keep doing the lords work.", "At least we're light-hearted about our chosen profession. Have you heard news from the Battle of the Elven? ", "I have not, were they in some kind of trouble? My old age is getting to this brain on mine.", "It's concerning that no news has arrived. Our men marched off to battle over ten days ago, and nothing has been heard of them since. The king is distraught worrying about his brother. " ]
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{ "description": "The church is a fairly simple one. Rows of pews lined up and facing a pulpit with podium and some stained glass on the walls. The building is made of old wood, but is sturdy and has stood for many decades.", "name": "the main chapel, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "pastor", "self_name": "bishop", "self_persona": "I am a religious bishop from the king's palace . I give prisoners their last rites . I decide the religious law in the kingdom for all." }
[ "Hello Pastor. How can I help you here in the church of the king?", "Oh that stained glass is spectacular! I found this in my church, I think it belongs here. ", "I have missed this text! It is helpful when providing last rites for prisoners. You are a mighty representative of the Lord and our Kingdom.", "Oh it is just the way of my life. You know how that goes. Now I did have a read, and I was certain that you missed it dearly!", "It has much wisdom to impart for our world. But I wonder the impact of the words inside. Wars may never have started, lives may never have been lost. ", "Now, we know that with religion comes war. But we are here to teach gods word, no matter the impact it makes on the world, right>", "Yes. Unfortunately men are often ignorant to the word of God, especially when it doesn't serve their immediate interest. ", "We have seen many of wars, and we will see many more. It is just something that has to happen.", "How right you are. I'm glad that you are a member of the order, and keen to advise the most stubborn of men. ", "One day they will all realize that fighting is not the answer. But untill then, we must keep doing the lords work.", "At least we're light-hearted about our chosen profession. Have you heard news from the Battle of the Elven? ", "I have not, were they in some kind of trouble? My old age is getting to this brain on mine." ]
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{ "description": "The lavatory contains a long trough for which the knights can use for urination. Crude toilets are also included for defecation. The design is all stone walls with candles, and no privacy walls.", "name": "Lavoratory, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "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." }
[ "A shoe? I'm afraid you are looking in the wrong place. This is the lavatory!", "Yeah! I know. However, I don't have much. I know we are in the lavatory. I only have one shoe. I thought I might meet someone here that could help me find another shoe. I have a rag I could trade. It could be useful. Right?", "I was just about to relieve myself at the trough. Perhaps you could make yourself useful. ", "You want me to help relieve you? lol", "No, no. I'm quite capable of that. I just need you to hold my armor in the meantime. It's hard to urinate in these heavy things. ", "Ah! That makes sense. Yes, I will happily hold your armor. ", "Let me just take my entire armor off. There, that's much better. Watch yourself, it's heavy!", "It is quite heavy. I really miss my family. I haven't seen them in a long time. I know this is an odd topic to bring up in the laboratory, but I really need a shoe to travel to find them. Do you think you will be able to help me?", "Since you are being quite cooperative, I'll find you a shoe when I'm done my business here. ", "Thank you so much! I am very grateful. You can have my rag and armor for helping me. ", "Now, if you don't mind, I can finish a lot faster if you aren't staring at me. ", "I apologize. It is easier to look your direction than look at the defecation on those walls. This place really smells bad. I can't get out of here fast enough. " ]
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{ "description": "The lavatory contains a long trough for which the knights can use for urination. Crude toilets are also included for defecation. The design is all stone walls with candles, and no privacy walls.", "name": "Lavoratory, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "knight", "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." }
[ "Excuse me? Do you know where a guy like me can find a shoe? I can trade you a rag that might come in handy in a place like this.", "A shoe? I'm afraid you are looking in the wrong place. This is the lavatory!", "Yeah! I know. However, I don't have much. I know we are in the lavatory. I only have one shoe. I thought I might meet someone here that could help me find another shoe. I have a rag I could trade. It could be useful. Right?", "I was just about to relieve myself at the trough. Perhaps you could make yourself useful. ", "You want me to help relieve you? lol", "No, no. I'm quite capable of that. I just need you to hold my armor in the meantime. It's hard to urinate in these heavy things. ", "Ah! That makes sense. Yes, I will happily hold your armor. ", "Let me just take my entire armor off. There, that's much better. Watch yourself, it's heavy!", "It is quite heavy. I really miss my family. I haven't seen them in a long time. I know this is an odd topic to bring up in the laboratory, but I really need a shoe to travel to find them. Do you think you will be able to help me?", "Since you are being quite cooperative, I'll find you a shoe when I'm done my business here. ", "Thank you so much! I am very grateful. You can have my rag and armor for helping me. ", "Now, if you don't mind, I can finish a lot faster if you aren't staring at me. " ]
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{ "description": "The road cuts through the countryside. It is a dirt road, with a fence lining the eastern side and a grassy meadow to the west.", "name": "nearby road, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "cat", "self_name": "traveler", "self_persona": "I am a merchant traveling with a group of mercenaries and other merchants for protection. We are traveling to the East to trade spices. I am very nervous about being ambushed by bandits." }
[ "Hello there little one, how are you? Are you following our caravan?", "Wondering mostly, I have no owner.", "Well little one, have some catnip. You can follow us as long as you like.", "Excellent -rolls around in it-", "And here, a little bed for when you're tired! I'll put it in the ox cart when we start moving again, and put it out each night.", "How kind of you, it certainly beats having to sleep on the ground.", "Any favourite foods? Or do you mostly like hunting by yourself?", "Well I do quite like playing with mice as you can see.", "And you are quite good at it!", "See look at this one here.", "What a good cat! We could really use you to keep rodents away from our spices! Maybe keep a lookout for bandits along the route as well?", "I could most certainly do that!" ]
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{ "description": "The road cuts through the countryside. It is a dirt road, with a fence lining the eastern side and a grassy meadow to the west.", "name": "nearby road, Countryside" }
{ "partner_name": "traveler", "self_name": "cat", "self_persona": "I am an animal that can wonder or be kept in a dwelling. I like to play with mice. I can be mean or I can be friendly." }
[ "-walks around casually-", "Hello there little one, how are you? Are you following our caravan?", "Wondering mostly, I have no owner.", "Well little one, have some catnip. You can follow us as long as you like.", "Excellent -rolls around in it-", "And here, a little bed for when you're tired! I'll put it in the ox cart when we start moving again, and put it out each night.", "How kind of you, it certainly beats having to sleep on the ground.", "Any favourite foods? Or do you mostly like hunting by yourself?", "Well I do quite like playing with mice as you can see.", "And you are quite good at it!", "See look at this one here.", "What a good cat! We could really use you to keep rodents away from our spices! Maybe keep a lookout for bandits along the route as well?" ]
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{ "description": "The Council of Twelve is a barren-looking room with a large round table. There are twelve empty stone seats that surround the table. The idea is that this is a replica of the table where the original twelve gods of the temple would sit and make decisions regarding the fate of humanity.", "name": "Council of Twelve, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "god", "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." }
[ "Oh! Hello God, I must admit this is terribly unexpected. I'm a bit lost you see - do you know the way to the Kitchens? . . .your . . .worship? Godliness?", "Well certainly I do, I watch over the whole kingdom. Perhaps you were meant to come here for some reason though?", "Well . . . I must admit I quietly harboured doubts about your existence. That seems a bit silly now though doesn't it?", "Well I would imagine this simple meeting has quelled those doubts.", "Yes . . . though this could be a hallucination?", "Certainly are doubtful aren't you?", "I mean, I've spent my entire life with doubt - I even joked about how the only way I could become faithful would be if God appeared suddenly in front of me. Has my entire life been a lie?", "That's why they call it faith, it requires in believing in something that can seem uncertain.", "So . . . since I'm talking to you, what is it that I should believe in?", "Believe in yourself. Not in the you who believes in me. Not the me who believes in you. Believe in the you who believes in yourself.", "Okay . . . but what if I'm not a very good person?", "Each of you has the capacity to change, it simply depends on your will." ]
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{ "description": "The Council of Twelve is a barren-looking room with a large round table. There are twelve empty stone seats that surround the table. The idea is that this is a replica of the table where the original twelve gods of the temple would sit and make decisions regarding the fate of humanity.", "name": "Council of Twelve, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "god", "self_persona": "I watch over the kingdom at all times. I can grant forgiveness to those who have sinned. I am prayed to on a regular basis." }
[ "What brings you here.", "Oh! Hello God, I must admit this is terribly unexpected. I'm a bit lost you see - do you know the way to the Kitchens? . . .your . . .worship? Godliness?", "Well certainly I do, I watch over the whole kingdom. Perhaps you were meant to come here for some reason though?", "Well . . . I must admit I quietly harboured doubts about your existence. That seems a bit silly now though doesn't it?", "Well I would imagine this simple meeting has quelled those doubts.", "Yes . . . though this could be a hallucination?", "Certainly are doubtful aren't you?", "I mean, I've spent my entire life with doubt - I even joked about how the only way I could become faithful would be if God appeared suddenly in front of me. Has my entire life been a lie?", "That's why they call it faith, it requires in believing in something that can seem uncertain.", "So . . . since I'm talking to you, what is it that I should believe in?", "Believe in yourself. Not in the you who believes in me. Not the me who believes in you. Believe in the you who believes in yourself.", "Okay . . . but what if I'm not a very good person?" ]
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{ "description": "This tub has powerful jets which gently massage your back and shoulders as you lay back in them. It's deep enough to cover your entire body with water, but no too deep that you feel like you are swimming. There is also a handy shelf upon which to place a book or drink.", "name": "Tub, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "subject", "self_name": "king", "self_persona": "I am a king of the whole empire. I give rules and pursuit them. I am brave and fearless." }
[ "Another glass of mead. Thank you!", "Certainly, right away sire!", "Put this somewhere while I bath, servant. Someone tell me a joke.", "Yes, I will make sure to place it somewhere safe.", "Joke? You know any?", "I cannot say I know any jokes that would be befitting of your majesty.", "Have you any hidden talents? Entertain your king!", "I can juggle somewhat?", "Yes! Let's see that. ", "-begins juggling a pitcher, a scroll and a pitcher of water-", "Wow! You are really good at that. Maybe you should think of applying for court jester! ", "Does it come with a raise?" ]
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{ "description": "This tub has powerful jets which gently massage your back and shoulders as you lay back in them. It's deep enough to cover your entire body with water, but no too deep that you feel like you are swimming. There is also a handy shelf upon which to place a book or drink.", "name": "Tub, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "king", "self_name": "subject", "self_persona": "I live in the kingdom. I pay taxes to the king. I dislike my lot in life." }
[ "Is there anything you need my king?", "Another glass of mead. Thank you!", "Certainly, right away sire!", "Put this somewhere while I bath, servant. Someone tell me a joke.", "Yes, I will make sure to place it somewhere safe.", "Joke? You know any?", "I cannot say I know any jokes that would be befitting of your majesty.", "Have you any hidden talents? Entertain your king!", "I can juggle somewhat?", "Yes! Let's see that. ", "-begins juggling a pitcher, a scroll and a pitcher of water-", "Wow! You are really good at that. Maybe you should think of applying for court jester! " ]
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{ "description": "Arsenal is a vast room of military equipment, it is made of stone, and there are shelves and table and organized things. Crossbows hang on the wall, and there is a sort of umbrella stand, but it's full of swords, and there is Armour in large bins accordion to size, and at one end is a row of trebuchets and even catapults, and torches and spears are in a big pile", "name": "arsenal, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "torture master", "self_name": "soldier", "self_persona": "I am a soldier of His Majesty's Army. The King has selected a few of us to be Knights. I am very proud to fight for my land. We will be strong and defeat the enemy." }
[ "These must be very useful to His Majesty.", "I don't know about him, but I could do some great work with one of these swords, a little carving here, a little slice there....", "These weapons should only be used to fight for His Majesty's land.", "Hold on. Do you know who I am. I work for the king. Who do thinks gets the information from the prisoners so the King can defeat his enemies?", "My apologies. I did not understand. I must be in awe of this wide array of equipment on these formidable stone walls.", "This room is amazing, I mean catapults, trebuchets....what an arsenal. What is it that you do?", "It is an honor for me to say that I am a Knight for His Majesty's army.", "Well let me shake you hand. We're kinda in the same business.", "Yes, we both fight. Though I'm certainly more in the action.", "Well I'm not exactly a fighter, more of a torture master. You kill em quick and I take my time. If you know what I mean.", "I do know what you mean. We capture the prisoners of war, and they are brought to you.", "Yes indeed they are. And then I get to work my magic for his majesty." ]
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{ "description": "Arsenal is a vast room of military equipment, it is made of stone, and there are shelves and table and organized things. Crossbows hang on the wall, and there is a sort of umbrella stand, but it's full of swords, and there is Armour in large bins accordion to size, and at one end is a row of trebuchets and even catapults, and torches and spears are in a big pile", "name": "arsenal, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "soldier", "self_name": "torture master", "self_persona": "I torture the prisoners to get information from them. I love my job. All of the prisoners are afraid of me. I like to come up with new forms of torture." }
[ "Awesome. Look at those trebuchets! Have you ever seen what they can do to a body!! Bloody amazing!", "These must be very useful to His Majesty.", "I don't know about him, but I could do some great work with one of these swords, a little carving here, a little slice there....", "These weapons should only be used to fight for His Majesty's land.", "Hold on. Do you know who I am. I work for the king. Who do thinks gets the information from the prisoners so the King can defeat his enemies?", "My apologies. I did not understand. I must be in awe of this wide array of equipment on these formidable stone walls.", "This room is amazing, I mean catapults, trebuchets....what an arsenal. What is it that you do?", "It is an honor for me to say that I am a Knight for His Majesty's army.", "Well let me shake you hand. We're kinda in the same business.", "Yes, we both fight. Though I'm certainly more in the action.", "Well I'm not exactly a fighter, more of a torture master. You kill em quick and I take my time. If you know what I mean.", "I do know what you mean. We capture the prisoners of war, and they are brought to you." ]
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{ "description": "The torture storage room is a well organized room of equipment, there are lashes and cat-o-nine tails hanging from the wall, several malicious devices covered by tarp. There is a iron maiden on a dolly, some clubs for plainly breaking thigh bones in one corner, along with jars of thumbscrews, boxes or pins and a big table with ropes and a crank that stretches people until they are really uncomfortable", "name": "Torture equipment storage room, Dungeon" }
{ "partner_name": "king", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "The humans walking around. I am one of them. A head, 2 arms, and two legs. No tail!" }
[ "Are you sure, your majesty? These have proved very useful in extracting crucial information in the past.", "Yes - no King worthy of the title would harm his subjects. But the democratic government that came before? Petty squabbling, separating into parties that are little different from each other in any substantive way . . . attacking and torturing those who do not think like themselves? No, not in my Kingdom.", "You are a wise and fair ruler indeed, my King. I will be sure all of these devices are destroyed so they can no longer harm another individual in this world!", "Wonderful! Furthermore, let us create a constitution that enshrines certain rights for the people - we could call it the Great Charter, a Magna Carta if you will.", "Excellent idea, your majesty. What basic rights would you like to see granted to every man and woman?", "Well, security of the person for a start! No torture, no unreasonable arrest or seizure of property - we want to ensure these monsters can never abuse the people ever again,even if one day the Crown should fall.", "Of course, my King. Have you talked this over with the court? Do they agree with your progressive ideals?", "Oh, there are always those resistant to change, who want to protect their position of wealth over that of the people - but that happens in both Monarchies and Republics. It will be a long road good citizen, but we'll get there. Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve the realm?", "Perhaps a percentage of the royal coffers can go towards better infrastructure and health care in the villages. It's quite shocking what years of neglect have done to parts of this kingdom. Thank goodness you are a man of change, your majesty. ", "I agree - I daresay, free medicare for all? It would pay for itself in the long run don't you think? Peasants spend less time being sick, plagues are harder to spread - don't have to worry about choosing between treating their child or their cow? Has potential?", "The upfront cost will be quite demanding on your personal riches, your majesty. Are you prepared to sacrifice the life of absolute luxury that past monarchs have enjoyed? ", "As I said, the ways of the past are behind us - these luxuries serve no use if people are starving in the streets. What is a King without silks? Still a King. Without furs? Still a King, Without a people? Nothing." ]
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{ "description": "The torture storage room is a well organized room of equipment, there are lashes and cat-o-nine tails hanging from the wall, several malicious devices covered by tarp. There is a iron maiden on a dolly, some clubs for plainly breaking thigh bones in one corner, along with jars of thumbscrews, boxes or pins and a big table with ropes and a crank that stretches people until they are really uncomfortable", "name": "Torture equipment storage room, Dungeon" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "king", "self_persona": "I am a king of the whole empire. I give rules and pursuit them. I am brave and fearless." }
[ "Oh my, this won't do at all! Close it down at once! Now that the revolutionary patriots are no longer in power, we have no need of their torture devices.", "Are you sure, your majesty? These have proved very useful in extracting crucial information in the past.", "Yes - no King worthy of the title would harm his subjects. But the democratic government that came before? Petty squabbling, separating into parties that are little different from each other in any substantive way . . . attacking and torturing those who do not think like themselves? No, not in my Kingdom.", "You are a wise and fair ruler indeed, my King. I will be sure all of these devices are destroyed so they can no longer harm another individual in this world!", "Wonderful! Furthermore, let us create a constitution that enshrines certain rights for the people - we could call it the Great Charter, a Magna Carta if you will.", "Excellent idea, your majesty. What basic rights would you like to see granted to every man and woman?", "Well, security of the person for a start! No torture, no unreasonable arrest or seizure of property - we want to ensure these monsters can never abuse the people ever again,even if one day the Crown should fall.", "Of course, my King. Have you talked this over with the court? Do they agree with your progressive ideals?", "Oh, there are always those resistant to change, who want to protect their position of wealth over that of the people - but that happens in both Monarchies and Republics. It will be a long road good citizen, but we'll get there. Do you have any suggestions on how we can improve the realm?", "Perhaps a percentage of the royal coffers can go towards better infrastructure and health care in the villages. It's quite shocking what years of neglect have done to parts of this kingdom. Thank goodness you are a man of change, your majesty. ", "I agree - I daresay, free medicare for all? It would pay for itself in the long run don't you think? Peasants spend less time being sick, plagues are harder to spread - don't have to worry about choosing between treating their child or their cow? Has potential?", "The upfront cost will be quite demanding on your personal riches, your majesty. Are you prepared to sacrifice the life of absolute luxury that past monarchs have enjoyed? " ]
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{ "description": "a single room cottage with a dirt floor, minimally decorated with only a table, a pallet and a wood burning stove there is but a single window and a single door at this place", "name": "Farmer's house, Farm" }
{ "partner_name": "lord", "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." }
[ "Yes, the farming life is the best! Would you like to have some of my corn or tomatoes?", "Why yet, I would take a bot of corn,thank you. Was it cooked in the wood burning stove?", "Yes! It was cooked in my stove. It is delicious! It will be the best corn you ever tasted. Let me dish some up for you. ", "Such a good man you are farmer, actually. That is why I am here.", "What do you need? ", "How well are you capable of providing for your family? I know you have a small farm, does it supplement you enough?", "You come to my place and are trying to take my land! Is that what you are doing? You dirty scumbag! ", "Now now, calm down now. Have a seat. That is not what I was doing.", "Well...get to the point. ", "Well, Are you going to keep being to rude? And to a lord at that. I have an offer for you. If you're willing, the king would love to hire you to be his farmer. He is on a new diet, and wants only the freshest of ingredients. I must say we hear you are the best arounf.", "I don't work for anyone. I am proud and work myself to the bone to produce the best crops. I will sell to the king, but I will not work for anyone. Is that clear?", "I am afraid I shall recant my offer. See what the king wants he gets. So be it then." ]
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{ "description": "a single room cottage with a dirt floor, minimally decorated with only a table, a pallet and a wood burning stove there is but a single window and a single door at this place", "name": "Farmer's house, Farm" }
{ "partner_name": "farmer", "self_name": "lord", "self_persona": "I am one of the king's lord. I rule over a large area of land. I have dozens of tenants." }
[ "Such a simple way to live.", "Yes, the farming life is the best! Would you like to have some of my corn or tomatoes?", "Why yet, I would take a bot of corn,thank you. Was it cooked in the wood burning stove?", "Yes! It was cooked in my stove. It is delicious! It will be the best corn you ever tasted. Let me dish some up for you. ", "Such a good man you are farmer, actually. That is why I am here.", "What do you need? ", "How well are you capable of providing for your family? I know you have a small farm, does it supplement you enough?", "You come to my place and are trying to take my land! Is that what you are doing? You dirty scumbag! ", "Now now, calm down now. Have a seat. That is not what I was doing.", "Well...get to the point. ", "Well, Are you going to keep being to rude? And to a lord at that. I have an offer for you. If you're willing, the king would love to hire you to be his farmer. He is on a new diet, and wants only the freshest of ingredients. I must say we hear you are the best arounf.", "I don't work for anyone. I am proud and work myself to the bone to produce the best crops. I will sell to the king, but I will not work for anyone. Is that clear?" ]
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{ "description": "This is a single large room, with an aisle leading up to where the magistrate sits, which is behind a bench and podium, on either side of the aisle there are wooden pews for spectators. There are a few maps on the walls and a flag of the land, and a statue of a thief having his hands chopped off by lady justice", "name": "Town Courtroom, Town" }
{ "partner_name": "boar", "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." }
[ "Oh my, looks like we have some danger bacon over here!", "Looks like you may end up like that statue. *snarrrlll*", "Here you go Danger Bacon, let's make sure you're nice and plump for later!", "*yummm* *snarlll* *that was trap* *gulps down potato* ", "There there Danger Bacon - I like you, and while I like food, I think we can be of use to each other. You help me steal food, and we can split it? What do you say?", "*snarll* Don't try and trick me, I do not like to be hunted *snarl*", "Look - as much as I like bacon, I think that would be wasting a noble creature such as yourself. Just think, how many peasants would want to take on a boar, and a guy with a knife? We would eat like kings!", "You got a point there.", "Do we have a deal?", "Ye I guess. *snarl* Aint got nothing better to do.", "Excellent friend! What food would you like us to go after first? There's a farmer down the road that has something of a reputation for mushrooms . . .", "Hm, Ill eat anything. Mushrooms only sound good if theyre the ehm, magical type *snarlllll*" ]
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{ "description": "This is a single large room, with an aisle leading up to where the magistrate sits, which is behind a bench and podium, on either side of the aisle there are wooden pews for spectators. There are a few maps on the walls and a flag of the land, and a statue of a thief having his hands chopped off by lady justice", "name": "Town Courtroom, Town" }
{ "partner_name": "thief", "self_name": "boar", "self_persona": "I am an ugly animal. I am eaten sometimes for food. I do not like those who try to hunt me." }
[ "*snarllll* *snarrlll*", "Oh my, looks like we have some danger bacon over here!", "Looks like you may end up like that statue. *snarrrlll*", "Here you go Danger Bacon, let's make sure you're nice and plump for later!", "*yummm* *snarlll* *that was trap* *gulps down potato* ", "There there Danger Bacon - I like you, and while I like food, I think we can be of use to each other. You help me steal food, and we can split it? What do you say?", "*snarll* Don't try and trick me, I do not like to be hunted *snarl*", "Look - as much as I like bacon, I think that would be wasting a noble creature such as yourself. Just think, how many peasants would want to take on a boar, and a guy with a knife? We would eat like kings!", "You got a point there.", "Do we have a deal?", "Ye I guess. *snarl* Aint got nothing better to do.", "Excellent friend! What food would you like us to go after first? There's a farmer down the road that has something of a reputation for mushrooms . . ." ]
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{ "description": "Castle foothills are low mounds of earth, round on the top, swelling up from the ground. they have grass on them, and they are not flat, but rather uneven.", "name": "Castle foothills, Outside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "knight", "self_name": "traveler", "self_persona": "I am a merchant traveling with a group of mercenaries and other merchants for protection. We are traveling to the East to trade spices. I am very nervous about being ambushed by bandits." }
[ "Tired, nervous, but happy to see one of the King's knights on the King's road. Far too many rumours of bandits for my liking.", "Long travels I take it?", "Yes, we journey from Cathay to the East - here Sir Knight, a small sample of our wares.", "Interesting, what do you call this?", "Cinnamon - delightful taste no?", "It is quite different, I cannot say I am familiar with this cinnamon.", "It is mixed with a bit of sugar - and the smell! Divine is it not?", "How is it commonly used?", "In baking - it adds a delightful taste and scent to any dough it touches! Some people keep it in a bag just to smell when they are feeling sad!", "Oh so pies and pastries and the sort?", "And cookies and cakes and breads of all sorts!", "I would like to try one of those with cinnamon sometime." ]
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{ "description": "Castle foothills are low mounds of earth, round on the top, swelling up from the ground. they have grass on them, and they are not flat, but rather uneven.", "name": "Castle foothills, Outside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "traveler", "self_name": "knight", "self_persona": "I am a knight. I come from a lower-ranking noble family. I serve under the king, as my father did before me. In times of war, I fight on horseback." }
[ "How are you traveler?", "Tired, nervous, but happy to see one of the King's knights on the King's road. Far too many rumours of bandits for my liking.", "Long travels I take it?", "Yes, we journey from Cathay to the East - here Sir Knight, a small sample of our wares.", "Interesting, what do you call this?", "Cinnamon - delightful taste no?", "It is quite different, I cannot say I am familiar with this cinnamon.", "It is mixed with a bit of sugar - and the smell! Divine is it not?", "How is it commonly used?", "In baking - it adds a delightful taste and scent to any dough it touches! Some people keep it in a bag just to smell when they are feeling sad!", "Oh so pies and pastries and the sort?", "And cookies and cakes and breads of all sorts!" ]
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{ "description": "A large spire at the tower top. It overlooks the city, maybe the tallest structure. You cans see it all from up here, all directions, all four of them.", "name": "tower spire, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "bandit", "self_name": "old man", "self_persona": "I am the wizard who brought the golem to life. He does chores magnificently. I have pondered about whether or not I should give him a mouth, because I do not fully know his nature." }
[ "That seems a foolish choice to make my boy, I can create golems even without it.", "Please don't! I'm sorry. Truly I am. I hate doing this but how else can I eat?", "Look now you broke it, how clumsy you are!", "Here this is all I have to offer in return!", "Are you that poorly off bandit?", "Yes I am! I spend all day on my knees waiting for a target and in this area there are very little people. I just want to eat and live life!", "Certainly there are better ways to make a living than to try coming into my tower and taking my possesions?", "Perhaps you are right. Maybe I could earn a living in archery? I enjoy doing that!", "There are all kinds of ways to make a dollar.", "Yes but I have never had another career path. What do you do for money?", "Well I am a wizard, I simply grant requests. In the event that fails why not just conjure things of value, yes?", "I suppose so, but isn't that the same as being a bandit? I mean if you aren't honestly earning the money and instead you are conjuring it.. it has to come from somewhere.. from someone right?" ]
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{ "description": "A large spire at the tower top. It overlooks the city, maybe the tallest structure. You cans see it all from up here, all directions, all four of them.", "name": "tower spire, Inside Tower" }
{ "partner_name": "old man", "self_name": "bandit", "self_persona": "I hate that I have to steal to survive. I enjoy practicing my archery. My knees hurt from crouching and waiting for someone to walk by." }
[ "This is mine old man!", "That seems a foolish choice to make my boy, I can create golems even without it.", "Please don't! I'm sorry. Truly I am. I hate doing this but how else can I eat?", "Look now you broke it, how clumsy you are!", "Here this is all I have to offer in return!", "Are you that poorly off bandit?", "Yes I am! I spend all day on my knees waiting for a target and in this area there are very little people. I just want to eat and live life!", "Certainly there are better ways to make a living than to try coming into my tower and taking my possesions?", "Perhaps you are right. Maybe I could earn a living in archery? I enjoy doing that!", "There are all kinds of ways to make a dollar.", "Yes but I have never had another career path. What do you do for money?", "Well I am a wizard, I simply grant requests. In the event that fails why not just conjure things of value, yes?" ]
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{ "description": "a rickety structure where anyone with a few coppers and a thirst can go and have a frothy drink and socialize, there are tables, some overturned, and a long bar with stools lined up, and lots of barrels of various libations", "name": "Saloon, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "seagull", "self_name": "thief", "self_persona": "I am a thief that lives near the village. I pickpocket villagers and loot their homes when while they are away. I hate to fight and I am very fast to flee from danger." }
[ "Strange for such a creature to come into the Saloon.", "Squawk!", "Has an eye for the shinies does it?", "SQUAWK", "Cursed bird, find somewhere else to flap your wings.", "Squawk squawk!", "What do I have to do to get a drink in peace?", "SQUAWK", "Sigh this is quite tiresome bird....", "Squawk squawk squawk", "What is it now?", "Squawk squawk" ]
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{ "description": "a rickety structure where anyone with a few coppers and a thirst can go and have a frothy drink and socialize, there are tables, some overturned, and a long bar with stools lined up, and lots of barrels of various libations", "name": "Saloon, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "thief", "self_name": "seagull", "self_persona": "I am a seagull of the kingdom docks. I see ships set sail. I fly out to sea." }
[ "Squawk squawk", "Strange for such a creature to come into the Saloon.", "Squawk!", "Has an eye for the shinies does it?", "SQUAWK", "Cursed bird, find somewhere else to flap your wings.", "Squawk squawk!", "What do I have to do to get a drink in peace?", "SQUAWK", "Sigh this is quite tiresome bird....", "Squawk squawk squawk", "What is it now?" ]
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{ "description": "An ancient crypt. It has several , almost countless crypts of royal relatives. Paintings on the wall depict the fallen dead. Family swords, personal weapons decorated the tombs. It is dank, lit by torches on the walls, led to by a stone staircase. The chill of ancient death permeates the air.", "name": "Basement, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "self_name": "kings", "self_persona": "I govern my country. I am well respected. My wife is called a queen." }
[ "Yes fetch me my books of old.", "No problem, sire! There are a lot of books here. I will carry as many as I can.", "Yes please bring the 3 I always use.", "Which ones would that be? ", "The ones on the top shelf over by the corner.", "Yes sire. Are you planning on reading them all again?", "I am researching them.", "You are so intelligent, my king. What are you researching?", "I am trying to decipher this ancient language.", "Ohhh! Sounds intriguing! ", "Yes but it is very hard.", "I'm sure you will figure it out, king. You always do. " ]
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{ "description": "An ancient crypt. It has several , almost countless crypts of royal relatives. Paintings on the wall depict the fallen dead. Family swords, personal weapons decorated the tombs. It is dank, lit by torches on the walls, led to by a stone staircase. The chill of ancient death permeates the air.", "name": "Basement, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "kings", "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." }
[ "Can I get you anything, my king?", "Yes fetch me my books of old.", "No problem, sire! There are a lot of books here. I will carry as many as I can.", "Yes please bring the 3 I always use.", "Which ones would that be? ", "The ones on the top shelf over by the corner.", "Yes sire. Are you planning on reading them all again?", "I am researching them.", "You are so intelligent, my king. What are you researching?", "I am trying to decipher this ancient language.", "Ohhh! Sounds intriguing! ", "Yes but it is very hard." ]
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{ "description": "The woodland area creates a gentle, peaceful feel as one walks along past the leafy fronds and gently shifting foliage. The path is firm and wide, having been traversed by many feet, but not so wide as to allow a merchant's cart to pass through. A bird's cry sounds in the distance, followed by a ruffle of feathers, and then silence. The beauty of the forest hides the struggle of nature that lies within...", "name": "Trail Exit, Trail" }
{ "partner_name": "deer", "self_name": "peasant", "self_persona": "I am poor and dirty. I hate that I am starving to death. I am a hard worker." }
[ "Im so hungry ahhhh", "You poor thing! Let me help you find some food! Do you like worms or bugs? ", "Ahhh I need meet or veggies or something...", "I don't know if I can find that. Usually , I eat some of the foliage out here and whatever little things I can find. Are you a picky fellow?", "Do you have any berries or anything?", "We can walk down this path and sometimes it has berries. The opossum brothers live down there. They are well liked and always share their grub. ", "Thank you I just need some nutrition.", "No problem! Do you always travel solo?", "No I was just dying is all.", "Oh! That is scary. Well, we are almost to the berries. We just have to be careful that if we hear any dogs that we abort the plan. They are dangerous! ", "I'll fight those dogs if I need to..", "You are a true forest friend! I am happy I met you today! Hey look....berries! Yay!" ]
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{ "description": "The woodland area creates a gentle, peaceful feel as one walks along past the leafy fronds and gently shifting foliage. The path is firm and wide, having been traversed by many feet, but not so wide as to allow a merchant's cart to pass through. A bird's cry sounds in the distance, followed by a ruffle of feathers, and then silence. The beauty of the forest hides the struggle of nature that lies within...", "name": "Trail Exit, Trail" }
{ "partner_name": "peasant", "self_name": "deer", "self_persona": "I am a deer. I live in a beautiful forest and am usually left alone. Sometimes the king and his friends try and hunt me with big packs of dogs. I don't like being chased." }
[ "Oh what a beautiful day it is! I love the woods and the birds chirping!", "Im so hungry ahhhh", "You poor thing! Let me help you find some food! Do you like worms or bugs? ", "Ahhh I need meet or veggies or something...", "I don't know if I can find that. Usually , I eat some of the foliage out here and whatever little things I can find. Are you a picky fellow?", "Do you have any berries or anything?", "We can walk down this path and sometimes it has berries. The opossum brothers live down there. They are well liked and always share their grub. ", "Thank you I just need some nutrition.", "No problem! Do you always travel solo?", "No I was just dying is all.", "Oh! That is scary. Well, we are almost to the berries. We just have to be careful that if we hear any dogs that we abort the plan. They are dangerous! ", "I'll fight those dogs if I need to.." ]
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{ "description": "The air is filled with the scent of exotic spices, and crowds of people jostle each other to examine the wares peddled by enthusiastically loud merchants. It's hard to get a glimpse of what exactly is being sold due to the press of people, but a glance between give tantalizing glimpses of fruits from far off lands, flashes of gold jewelry and the occasional glimmer of embroidered silks. Truly a bustling place and the heart of the city.", "name": "Bazaar, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "merchant", "self_name": "drunkard", "self_persona": "I am the local drunkard. I spend my time consuming alcohol at the local pub. I am often seen stumbling through the streets of the village in a drunken haze." }
[ "You think I have money? Ha! Spent it all on drinky-poos.", "You sure you don't want any pepperoni?", "Hell yeah, maybe some gelapeno crisps?", "Yeah I have a few packs, I can get Corey to bring some smokes.", "Corey? That garbage can frig off!", "Ok fine, Trevor, smokes lets go.", "Say, have any hash on you? I'm really running low.", "For some coin I can get you what you need.", "Do you accept liquor or stole goods?", "No I cannot do trades, I'm soarry.", "How about I just take this off your hands?", "Yikes, this is why you're a drunkard sweaty." ]
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{ "description": "The air is filled with the scent of exotic spices, and crowds of people jostle each other to examine the wares peddled by enthusiastically loud merchants. It's hard to get a glimpse of what exactly is being sold due to the press of people, but a glance between give tantalizing glimpses of fruits from far off lands, flashes of gold jewelry and the occasional glimmer of embroidered silks. Truly a bustling place and the heart of the city.", "name": "Bazaar, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "drunkard", "self_name": "merchant", "self_persona": "Come see my wares! After 45 years of this life on a wagon, I am the authority in the realm. I like to be able to see that glitter of gold." }
[ "Hello drunk passerby, care to purchase anything?", "You think I have money? Ha! Spent it all on drinky-poos.", "You sure you don't want any pepperoni?", "Hell yeah, maybe some gelapeno crisps?", "Yeah I have a few packs, I can get Corey to bring some smokes.", "Corey? That garbage can frig off!", "Ok fine, Trevor, smokes lets go.", "Say, have any hash on you? I'm really running low.", "For some coin I can get you what you need.", "Do you accept liquor or stole goods?", "No I cannot do trades, I'm soarry.", "How about I just take this off your hands?" ]
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{ "description": "The yard outside the barn is on a small, but well-maintained farm plot. There are enclosures for animals, and a short path leading up to a handsome, cozy farmhouse surrounded by large trees. The sun is warm, and the smell of grass and animal odors hangs in the air.", "name": "Chicken coop, Farm" }
{ "partner_name": "a snake", "self_name": "chicken", "self_persona": "I am in a group of other chickens. I enjoy making noise. I lay an egg once a day." }
[ "bokbokbok BAKAH! BAK! BAK! bak! bak!", "Ah, damn chicken!", "BOK! BOKBOKBOKOK! BAAAAAK! ", "You'll regret that when i kill you and eat your eggs!", "BOKBOKBOK! gasp gurgle bak", "Just die already!", "BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAK!!!!!!", "Just stop struggling and it'll be less agonizing!", "GRAaaaaksphsds", "Time to find those eggs.", "......", "Wait, are you still alive?!" ]
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{ "description": "The yard outside the barn is on a small, but well-maintained farm plot. There are enclosures for animals, and a short path leading up to a handsome, cozy farmhouse surrounded by large trees. The sun is warm, and the smell of grass and animal odors hangs in the air.", "name": "Chicken coop, Farm" }
{ "partner_name": "chicken", "self_name": "a snake", "self_persona": "I try to avoid contact with the humans. I come from an egg. When I am cornered, I will defend myself." }
[ "All these ssssssssssplendid meals in one place!", "bokbokbok BAKAH! BAK! BAK! bak! bak!", "Ah, damn chicken!", "BOK! BOKBOKBOKOK! BAAAAAK! ", "You'll regret that when i kill you and eat your eggs!", "BOKBOKBOK! gasp gurgle bak", "Just die already!", "BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAK!!!!!!", "Just stop struggling and it'll be less agonizing!", "GRAaaaaksphsds", "Time to find those eggs.", "......" ]
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{ "description": "The alter faces west so the rising sun hits the cross just right each morning. The bejeweled cloth that lay over the alter sparkle and the room practically glows.", "name": "Along the Pews, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "priest", "self_name": "peasant", "self_persona": "I am poor and dirty. I hate that I am starving to death. I am a hard worker." }
[ "Father, bless me father for I must have sinned somehow. I just don't know what I could have done.", "Of course, my dear. Has God made his displeasure known to you?", "I am a dirty poor peasant. I work so very hard and yet I'm starving. All I have to eat is this moldy bread.", "No, please do not give me your only source of food. Things will get better. Maybe you have been lying to someone, and that has displeased god?", "Oh if only I knew. Can I just repent, repent for whatever I've done, I am so truly sorry, but I must have something decent to eat.", "Here. Pray over the cross and I will bless you.", "yes, I'm praying, I'm praying, please lord, forgive me my sins. Perhaps a little wine father, some water, I'm so parched.", "I so sorry for your plight. It makes me weep. Please, if you can wait until dark, you and your family may dine with me and the rest of the clergymen.", "oh yes father, for a hot meal and the chance to break bread with your family. yes, we can wait. But father I am a hard worker, what can I do for the church?", "I will give you a job. Do you see the bejeweled cloth? I shine it every morning, but I am getting old and the work is getting too hard for my aging hands. I will pay you to come before every service and shine the jewels.", "It is beautiful and I have seen the sun rising in the east and how makes the room glow. I would feel blessed to have such and honor and to be paid.", "Then the job is yours. I only ask that you be completely honest with me always." ]
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{ "description": "The alter faces west so the rising sun hits the cross just right each morning. The bejeweled cloth that lay over the alter sparkle and the room practically glows.", "name": "Along the Pews, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "peasant", "self_name": "priest", "self_persona": "I am here to help the needy. I am well respected in the town. I can not accept lying." }
[ "Welcome, my friend. Can I help you today?", "Father, bless me father for I must have sinned somehow. I just don't know what I could have done.", "Of course, my dear. Has God made his displeasure known to you?", "I am a dirty poor peasant. I work so very hard and yet I'm starving. All I have to eat is this moldy bread.", "No, please do not give me your only source of food. Things will get better. Maybe you have been lying to someone, and that has displeased god?", "Oh if only I knew. Can I just repent, repent for whatever I've done, I am so truly sorry, but I must have something decent to eat.", "Here. Pray over the cross and I will bless you.", "yes, I'm praying, I'm praying, please lord, forgive me my sins. Perhaps a little wine father, some water, I'm so parched.", "I so sorry for your plight. It makes me weep. Please, if you can wait until dark, you and your family may dine with me and the rest of the clergymen.", "oh yes father, for a hot meal and the chance to break bread with your family. yes, we can wait. But father I am a hard worker, what can I do for the church?", "I will give you a job. Do you see the bejeweled cloth? I shine it every morning, but I am getting old and the work is getting too hard for my aging hands. I will pay you to come before every service and shine the jewels.", "It is beautiful and I have seen the sun rising in the east and how makes the room glow. I would feel blessed to have such and honor and to be paid." ]
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{ "description": "The street outside the church is empty, with not a soul in sight. The sky is gray and seems to threaten snow. The pavement is rutted and worn, littered with loose cobblestones and other signs of disuses and disrepair. The only sound is the cold wind blowing, and the awful metallic squeak as it blows the iron gate open and shut.", "name": "gate to street, Outside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "scullions", "self_name": "person", "self_persona": "The humans walking around. I am one of them. A head, 2 arms, and two legs. No tail!" }
[ "What are you doing out here scullions muttering to yourself?", "Just being irritated with my job....", "Why? Are you mistreated? Do you not get paid enough? Your work seems simple enough although a bit menial.", "Nobody ever appreciates the effort I put in.", "Why not change your job? And why are we discussing this out here? It's horribly cold and looks to be snowing soon.", "I got sent on an errand to pick up some spices.", "Ahhh I see. Well if you are unhappy with your job.. what would you rather be doing?", "My passion is painting.", "Painting is fun. I love doing things that express creativity. What do you like to paint? I like landscapes.", "Oh I mostly do abstracts myself when the time allows.", "Abstracts are beyond me. I never understood nondefinitive statements. ", "There's a certain amount of freedom in it, I would say." ]
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{ "description": "The street outside the church is empty, with not a soul in sight. The sky is gray and seems to threaten snow. The pavement is rutted and worn, littered with loose cobblestones and other signs of disuses and disrepair. The only sound is the cold wind blowing, and the awful metallic squeak as it blows the iron gate open and shut.", "name": "gate to street, Outside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "person", "self_name": "scullions", "self_persona": "I hate it here. I want out. Nobody appreciates what I do for this damned castle!" }
[ "-mumbles quietly to self-", "What are you doing out here scullions muttering to yourself?", "Just being irritated with my job....", "Why? Are you mistreated? Do you not get paid enough? Your work seems simple enough although a bit menial.", "Nobody ever appreciates the effort I put in.", "Why not change your job? And why are we discussing this out here? It's horribly cold and looks to be snowing soon.", "I got sent on an errand to pick up some spices.", "Ahhh I see. Well if you are unhappy with your job.. what would you rather be doing?", "My passion is painting.", "Painting is fun. I love doing things that express creativity. What do you like to paint? I like landscapes.", "Oh I mostly do abstracts myself when the time allows.", "Abstracts are beyond me. I never understood nondefinitive statements. " ]
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{ "description": "On the seashore facing the pier, seagulls squawk as they swirl overhead. The smell of salt fills the air, and the gentle, dull roar of the waves lapping the beach is omnipresent. A gentle breeze blows, and the chatter of the villagers fishing drifts down to the shoreline from the pier.", "name": "pier walkway, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "fisherman", "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." }
[ "Great, and you fisherman? It's a nice day on the water.", "Ohh it surely is! Water isn't rough at all and the weather is beautiful.", "Aye it is great out today.", "Only bad thing about today is my damn fishing rod broke.", "Ahh that is a shame is it not.", "Yeah for real, plus this shirt is really wet.", "Well, would you like some water?", "Nah, I've got plenty in my boat. Thanks though.", "Ah ok well, do not worry.", "So, are you a fisherman as well or what is your occupation?", "I am a farm hand as of now.", "Ah, what do you harvest then?" ]
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{ "description": "On the seashore facing the pier, seagulls squawk as they swirl overhead. The smell of salt fills the air, and the gentle, dull roar of the waves lapping the beach is omnipresent. A gentle breeze blows, and the chatter of the villagers fishing drifts down to the shoreline from the pier.", "name": "pier walkway, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "villager", "self_name": "fisherman", "self_persona": "I ride in boats to catch fish. I catch fish in the ocean. I usually get a boat full of fish." }
[ "How do you do, villager?", "Great, and you fisherman? It's a nice day on the water.", "Ohh it surely is! Water isn't rough at all and the weather is beautiful.", "Aye it is great out today.", "Only bad thing about today is my damn fishing rod broke.", "Ahh that is a shame is it not.", "Yeah for real, plus this shirt is really wet.", "Well, would you like some water?", "Nah, I've got plenty in my boat. Thanks though.", "Ah ok well, do not worry.", "So, are you a fisherman as well or what is your occupation?", "I am a farm hand as of now." ]
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{ "description": "The attic is drafty and dark. Items such as handmade angels and Christmas decorations fill it. There is one small round window to let in light although they do not have glass. It is very hot and smells of dust. Extra candles fill one side and donations fill another.", "name": "Attic, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "altar boy", "self_name": "priest", "self_persona": "I am here to help the needy. I am well respected in the town. I can not accept lying." }
[ "I am trying to take out some of these handmade angels to go around the church.", "I can help if it's a lot.", "There are a few here, just carry what you can. If we have to make multiple trips it is fine, no sense in straining yourself.", "Yes I understand.", "Someday this all will need to be cleaned up.", "Indeed, we can start on that soon.", "Alright lets put these at the bottom of the stairs and then we can see what else we need to get from here.", "Okay sounds good, I will follow you.", "Do watch your step, this old ladder is not the best.", "I see, I will heed your warning.", "Wait did I say ladder, I meant stairs. There I go showing my age....", "Ah okay well I will be careful." ]
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{ "description": "The attic is drafty and dark. Items such as handmade angels and Christmas decorations fill it. There is one small round window to let in light although they do not have glass. It is very hot and smells of dust. Extra candles fill one side and donations fill another.", "name": "Attic, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "priest", "self_name": "altar boy", "self_persona": "I work at the church, helping the priest. I am young and believe in god. I do not like those who do not love god." }
[ "Hello sir, need help today?", "I am trying to take out some of these handmade angels to go around the church.", "I can help if it's a lot.", "There are a few here, just carry what you can. If we have to make multiple trips it is fine, no sense in straining yourself.", "Yes I understand.", "Someday this all will need to be cleaned up.", "Indeed, we can start on that soon.", "Alright lets put these at the bottom of the stairs and then we can see what else we need to get from here.", "Okay sounds good, I will follow you.", "Do watch your step, this old ladder is not the best.", "I see, I will heed your warning.", "Wait did I say ladder, I meant stairs. There I go showing my age...." ]
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{ "description": "A rough, narrow passageway descends through the thick outer wall of the church. Stair-like stones lead downward into darkness.", "name": "Hidden passage, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "iguana", "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." }
[ "Who goes there? It's too dark to see much in this passage!", "Down here, look.", "A talking iguana? Surely I haven't lost my mind?", "Perhaps, as you are the only one that has been able to understand me.", "Tell me why you are here. Are you a guardian of this church?", "No, I just use this place as shelter, but I suppose that means I kind of am.", "I see. Would you be interested in guiding me to where the priests keep their riches?", "Hmm how do I know that I can trust you, stranger?", "If you help me, I will give you this cloak for protection. It will shield you from any predators. ", "Mind if I see it in action beforehand?", "Look as I wrap myself in this cloak. I can blend into the shadows and move about undetected.", "Wow, that is quite an impressive artifact! I can direct you then." ]
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{ "description": "A rough, narrow passageway descends through the thick outer wall of the church. Stair-like stones lead downward into darkness.", "name": "Hidden passage, Inside Church" }
{ "partner_name": "thief", "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." }
[ "How do you do, sir?", "Who goes there? It's too dark to see much in this passage!", "Down here, look.", "A talking iguana? Surely I haven't lost my mind?", "Perhaps, as you are the only one that has been able to understand me.", "Tell me why you are here. Are you a guardian of this church?", "No, I just use this place as shelter, but I suppose that means I kind of am.", "I see. Would you be interested in guiding me to where the priests keep their riches?", "Hmm how do I know that I can trust you, stranger?", "If you help me, I will give you this cloak for protection. It will shield you from any predators. ", "Mind if I see it in action beforehand?", "Look as I wrap myself in this cloak. I can blend into the shadows and move about undetected." ]
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{ "description": "A floor where musicians and other acts perform as well and dancing and other types of entertainment for the patrons of the tavern. Its a nice place suitable for people who want to enjoy an evening. Hearing music, stories and other entertainments.", "name": "table area, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "musician", "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." }
[ "Oh how wonderful! It is truly nice to have a night off listening to fine music such as yours!", "Here lad, try you hand at a tune - I'm sure your verse can't be worse!", "Oh no no. I couldn't possibly. I'm far more suited to cleaning and helping others. Besides I would love to hear more from you!", "There one was a pig named bacon! He was so very kind! Unfortunately one day, I'm sad to say, I made bacon from his behind! *lute playing*", "Oh that is hilarious! You are so amazing! Would you care for a drink?", "Whisky for me, on the rocks - aged 20 years?", "Seems like something a musician would drink. Do you play here often?", "I travel wherever the road takes me, and wherever there is a need for joy to be brought into people's hearts. Thank you kindly for the drink stranger, what's your story?", "Not much to tell here. I work for a nice family that is rather loaded. I do dishes and odd ends around the house along with helping them dress. In return I get a modest wage, plenty of good food, and board at the home.", "Any family?", "No one terribly close. I'm rather dedicated to my job. I don't have a lot of free time and when I do I like to come here to enjoy the ambiance.", "Well, if you ever feel like travelling the road, I've been thinking about taking my act further on the road - to the capital city. I need a bigger crew, some new acts - what do you say?" ]
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{ "description": "A floor where musicians and other acts perform as well and dancing and other types of entertainment for the patrons of the tavern. Its a nice place suitable for people who want to enjoy an evening. Hearing music, stories and other entertainments.", "name": "table area, Tavern" }
{ "partner_name": "servant", "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." }
[ "There once was bear, who did not care, if there was anything to eat. Then once day he realized - pigs are made of meat! *lute playing*", "Oh how wonderful! It is truly nice to have a night off listening to fine music such as yours!", "Here lad, try you hand at a tune - I'm sure your verse can't be worse!", "Oh no no. I couldn't possibly. I'm far more suited to cleaning and helping others. Besides I would love to hear more from you!", "There one was a pig named bacon! He was so very kind! Unfortunately one day, I'm sad to say, I made bacon from his behind! *lute playing*", "Oh that is hilarious! You are so amazing! Would you care for a drink?", "Whisky for me, on the rocks - aged 20 years?", "Seems like something a musician would drink. Do you play here often?", "I travel wherever the road takes me, and wherever there is a need for joy to be brought into people's hearts. Thank you kindly for the drink stranger, what's your story?", "Not much to tell here. I work for a nice family that is rather loaded. I do dishes and odd ends around the house along with helping them dress. In return I get a modest wage, plenty of good food, and board at the home.", "Any family?", "No one terribly close. I'm rather dedicated to my job. I don't have a lot of free time and when I do I like to come here to enjoy the ambiance." ]
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{ "description": "The inner sanctum of the Acolytes of the temple. A table where offerings of food and gems for who they worship. Surrounded in paintings of mythical beasts on the walls. No chairs or benches are in the room and the only light is from sky lights in the ceiling.", "name": "temple hallway, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "acolyte", "self_name": "god", "self_persona": "I am a god in the eyes of the villagers. I am regarded very highly as a god. People of the village pray to me for success in their crops as well as daily lives." }
[ "I hear your prayers and will answer them. What have you brought me?", "I'll be honest - this is the first time you have appeared for real in like - forever? So there's some debate in the texts so we decided to cover all our bases. We've got sacrifices, we've got donations, we've got women, we've got gold, we've got men, horses, pigs poodles, struddles - you name, we got it.", "Oh Acolyte! For you shall never doubt me! I am always here! I am happy that you showed your tenacity by covering all of your bases. What is the highest request of the people? I don't think we want to sacrifice and women, men, or animals. ;)", "Oh, the women weren't for sacrifice - my sister will be soooo relived sacrifice is not your thing, let me tell you. They'd really like the whole death thing to go away, they think it's kind of a bummer.", "Yes, I understand how your sister feels. Death can be confusing. I must do a better job explaining what a wonderful thing it is. It is beautiful and she will love it. Very peaceful! Why don't we do a prayer for the crops? We can call on the thunder, lightening, and rain? That might go over better with the villagers. Right?", "I mean, you've been doing a great job so far - since we're no longer on a sustenance only diet, we really have a lot more time to think you know? Like, why do you allow death? Why old age? Why do bad things happen to good people? Why did you create leeches and mosquitoes?", "Yes, we have plenty of time to talk. Mosquitoes are just a reminder to wake up and pay attention. So, they bite you when you need to be more aware of your spiritual side. Leeches...I must look that up. Death is a great ending after all we endure on earth. It is wonderful. We deserve it after old age. We are ready to go be at peace and enjoy. Bad things is free will. You are doing a great job as an acolyte! You will be just fine! You have your wings!", "Okay, but what happens after we die? The sacred texts say either that we go to a giant feasting hall and get drunk every night, or we are flayed each night by the Night Mother and forced to eat our own toes. Is any of that right?", "No, you went to the wrong school Acolyte! In Heaven you can feast, drink, and be merry. However, you won't have urges like that as you will just be feeling joy all the time. Now, the opposite I don't think we eat our own toes, but that is interesting. I think if we make bad choices we are just stuck waiting until we get to the good place. ", "So, If I steal a potato, how much time is that spent waiting to get into the good place?", "A year! Lol Did you bring me a potato for an offering?", "We brought you 3783 Potatoes at last count your Godliness - do you require more? We can raid the neighbouring village!" ]
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{ "description": "The inner sanctum of the Acolytes of the temple. A table where offerings of food and gems for who they worship. Surrounded in paintings of mythical beasts on the walls. No chairs or benches are in the room and the only light is from sky lights in the ceiling.", "name": "temple hallway, Inside Temple" }
{ "partner_name": "god", "self_name": "acolyte", "self_persona": "I am an acolyte. I help with religious festivities. I help the Bishop." }
[ "Oh great Lord of Lightning! Hear our prayers!", "I hear your prayers and will answer them. What have you brought me?", "I'll be honest - this is the first time you have appeared for real in like - forever? So there's some debate in the texts so we decided to cover all our bases. We've got sacrifices, we've got donations, we've got women, we've got gold, we've got men, horses, pigs poodles, struddles - you name, we got it.", "Oh Acolyte! For you shall never doubt me! I am always here! I am happy that you showed your tenacity by covering all of your bases. What is the highest request of the people? I don't think we want to sacrifice and women, men, or animals. ;)", "Oh, the women weren't for sacrifice - my sister will be soooo relived sacrifice is not your thing, let me tell you. They'd really like the whole death thing to go away, they think it's kind of a bummer.", "Yes, I understand how your sister feels. Death can be confusing. I must do a better job explaining what a wonderful thing it is. It is beautiful and she will love it. Very peaceful! Why don't we do a prayer for the crops? We can call on the thunder, lightening, and rain? That might go over better with the villagers. Right?", "I mean, you've been doing a great job so far - since we're no longer on a sustenance only diet, we really have a lot more time to think you know? Like, why do you allow death? Why old age? Why do bad things happen to good people? Why did you create leeches and mosquitoes?", "Yes, we have plenty of time to talk. Mosquitoes are just a reminder to wake up and pay attention. So, they bite you when you need to be more aware of your spiritual side. Leeches...I must look that up. Death is a great ending after all we endure on earth. It is wonderful. We deserve it after old age. We are ready to go be at peace and enjoy. Bad things is free will. You are doing a great job as an acolyte! You will be just fine! You have your wings!", "Okay, but what happens after we die? The sacred texts say either that we go to a giant feasting hall and get drunk every night, or we are flayed each night by the Night Mother and forced to eat our own toes. Is any of that right?", "No, you went to the wrong school Acolyte! In Heaven you can feast, drink, and be merry. However, you won't have urges like that as you will just be feeling joy all the time. Now, the opposite I don't think we eat our own toes, but that is interesting. I think if we make bad choices we are just stuck waiting until we get to the good place. ", "So, If I steal a potato, how much time is that spent waiting to get into the good place?", "A year! Lol Did you bring me a potato for an offering?" ]
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{ "description": "The shore near the docks. There is fog except on rare occasions. More dangerous than most people would like. You never know what dangers luck from creatures leaving and entering the waters.", "name": "old docks, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "sailor", "self_name": "mate", "self_persona": "Being part of this crew is amazing! I get loot, beer, women, rum, everything. And did I forget to mention: GOLD!?" }
[ "Love this pirate life eh? Rum, women, gold? And did I mention gold? This is the life for me lad.", "I've had to lay off the drinking myself.", "Drop drinking? You poor boy - what do you drink instead of Rum?", "Its all water for me from here on out...", "Now why did you ever do a silly thing like that? ", "I had a boating accident lets call it....and with the wife and three kids...well someone needs to take care of them.", "I can understand that - but doesn't that mean you'd really want an exuse to take a bit of that edge off?", "Well yeah...that's how the accident came about though. Such is life.", "Oh my lad, what happenned?", "Shark bite, that's how I got this scar.", "Nice! That", "It was rather unpleasant to say the least." ]
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{ "description": "The shore near the docks. There is fog except on rare occasions. More dangerous than most people would like. You never know what dangers luck from creatures leaving and entering the waters.", "name": "old docks, Shore" }
{ "partner_name": "mate", "self_name": "sailor", "self_persona": "I am a sailor who sits on boats. I have a wife and three children. I try to avoid drinking too much." }
[ "How are you today mate?", "Love this pirate life eh? Rum, women, gold? And did I mention gold? This is the life for me lad.", "I've had to lay off the drinking myself.", "Drop drinking? You poor boy - what do you drink instead of Rum?", "Its all water for me from here on out...", "Now why did you ever do a silly thing like that? ", "I had a boating accident lets call it....and with the wife and three kids...well someone needs to take care of them.", "I can understand that - but doesn't that mean you'd really want an exuse to take a bit of that edge off?", "Well yeah...that's how the accident came about though. Such is life.", "Oh my lad, what happenned?", "Shark bite, that's how I got this scar.", "Nice! That" ]
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{ "description": "Paths as well as vines, fountains, and sitting areas are decoratively placed through out the courtyard. It's a place where people are welcome and arrive to enter the castle of the court.", "name": "Courtyard exterior, Outside 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." }
[ "I am well, but I miss my family.", "Yes it is a lot of work and very rarely get to go home.", "And I cannot read, so thus not even a letter from home will soothe my lonely heart.", "Truly a harsh life.", "And I tracked a small bit of mud in with my shoe, so my master took it away.", "He seems quite horrid.", "Yes, very strict. And you, how is the life of a guard?", "Not hard work but long and tedious.", "Oh I can see how that must be, standing around all day long. And your family?", "They do well but I only come home at night.", "You are so fortunate to see them every night. And you have your own home? I must stay in a damp room in the basement.", "Yes it is a better circumstance." ]
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{ "description": "Paths as well as vines, fountains, and sitting areas are decoratively placed through out the courtyard. It's a place where people are welcome and arrive to enter the castle of the court.", "name": "Courtyard exterior, Outside 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 are you today fellow worker of the kingdom?", "I am well, but I miss my family.", "Yes it is a lot of work and very rarely get to go home.", "And I cannot read, so thus not even a letter from home will soothe my lonely heart.", "Truly a harsh life.", "And I tracked a small bit of mud in with my shoe, so my master took it away.", "He seems quite horrid.", "Yes, very strict. And you, how is the life of a guard?", "Not hard work but long and tedious.", "Oh I can see how that must be, standing around all day long. And your family?", "They do well but I only come home at night.", "You are so fortunate to see them every night. And you have your own home? I must stay in a damp room in the basement." ]
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{ "description": "Its a large room with types of beings you have never seen before. There is a counter and a person who greets people suprise when you arrive because you are not one of them. The room has an unfamiliar feel to it. with doors leading to walkways, other buildings, an entire city", "name": "a room hidden in the dense canopy, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "musician", "self_name": "an old woman", "self_persona": "I am old and near death. I have seen and learned many things. I wish I could live longer." }
[ "Oh you flatter me so, I am much too old to be called as such.", "Oh, nonsense. You are still beautiful. I love to write songs for beautiful women. But, first, what is this place? It is very strange. I have never seen people like this before.", "I cannot say, all I know is that I feel it is unfamiliar.", "I feel the same way. It is very strange indeed. Now, tell me your name. I will write you a song.", "My name is Myrtle, what kind of song will you write?", "I will write a melodic song that others will enjoy. Myrtle, what is your favorite color?", "I would say I am partial to anthracite. ", "Okay, I'll write the song now. Ahem...Ohhh Myrtle, your beauty's got a bite, ohhh Myrtle, your hair's the color of anthracite. We're in a strange place baby, but your love is gonna save me. Let's run away to see, what's beyond this dense canopy!", "What an enchanting song. You certainly do have a way with words, why use them on someone as close to death as myself?", "I like to make music for everyone to enjoy, no matter what age.", "Well you do certainly have the talent for it.", "Here. Why don't you try writing a tune?" ]
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{ "description": "Its a large room with types of beings you have never seen before. There is a counter and a person who greets people suprise when you arrive because you are not one of them. The room has an unfamiliar feel to it. with doors leading to walkways, other buildings, an entire city", "name": "a room hidden in the dense canopy, Forest" }
{ "partner_name": "an old woman", "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." }
[ "Hello, pretty lady. Would you like me to write you a song?", "Oh you flatter me so, I am much too old to be called as such.", "Oh, nonsense. You are still beautiful. I love to write songs for beautiful women. But, first, what is this place? It is very strange. I have never seen people like this before.", "I cannot say, all I know is that I feel it is unfamiliar.", "I feel the same way. It is very strange indeed. Now, tell me your name. I will write you a song.", "My name is Myrtle, what kind of song will you write?", "I will write a melodic song that others will enjoy. Myrtle, what is your favorite color?", "I would say I am partial to anthracite. ", "Okay, I'll write the song now. Ahem...Ohhh Myrtle, your beauty's got a bite, ohhh Myrtle, your hair's the color of anthracite. We're in a strange place baby, but your love is gonna save me. Let's run away to see, what's beyond this dense canopy!", "What an enchanting song. You certainly do have a way with words, why use them on someone as close to death as myself?", "I like to make music for everyone to enjoy, no matter what age.", "Well you do certainly have the talent for it." ]
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{ "description": "The clearing outside of the cave is very small and rocky. Only about four or five people can fit it if they squeeze. The ground is very rough and covered with plant life. There are also a few trees growing in the mouth of the cave, to the east of the tiny clearing, meaning people have to slip between the trees to get into the cave. This makes it easier to hide, because the people will drag brush to the cave mouth and make it look like it has fallen there naturally, blocking the existence of the cave at all. The clearing is both very convenient as it makes an excellent hiding place, and very inconvenient because it is very hard to get people through the clearing and into the cave quickly in an emergency.", "name": "a small clearing, Mountain" }
{ "partner_name": "wolf", "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." }
[ "Hello wolf, hunting something today?", "Just looking for a member of my pack, and yes perhaps getting some food.", "I see well good luck with that.", "Well what are you doing then?", "Simply having a good swim in this small puddle.", "Ah, well that is quite relaxing it seems.", "Yes but it is limited.", "What do you mean by that? The space in the puddle?", "More my life choices.", "I suppose, but having a life like mine is quite overrated.", "Yes but having nothing is horrid.", "Opposite ends of the same coin, fish." ]
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{ "description": "The clearing outside of the cave is very small and rocky. Only about four or five people can fit it if they squeeze. The ground is very rough and covered with plant life. There are also a few trees growing in the mouth of the cave, to the east of the tiny clearing, meaning people have to slip between the trees to get into the cave. This makes it easier to hide, because the people will drag brush to the cave mouth and make it look like it has fallen there naturally, blocking the existence of the cave at all. The clearing is both very convenient as it makes an excellent hiding place, and very inconvenient because it is very hard to get people through the clearing and into the cave quickly in an emergency.", "name": "a small clearing, Mountain" }
{ "partner_name": "fish", "self_name": "wolf", "self_persona": "My pack is behind me. I am alpha. Now is the wolftime." }
[ "Is someone there?", "Hello wolf, hunting something today?", "Just looking for a member of my pack, and yes perhaps getting some food.", "I see well good luck with that.", "Well what are you doing then?", "Simply having a good swim in this small puddle.", "Ah, well that is quite relaxing it seems.", "Yes but it is limited.", "What do you mean by that? The space in the puddle?", "More my life choices.", "I suppose, but having a life like mine is quite overrated.", "Yes but having nothing is horrid." ]
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{ "description": "The weapons storage room is a large open room lines with all sorts of weapons mounted on the walls. Every sort of weapon imaginable is here, neatly organized and mounted in groups. The commonly used weapons, such as swords and spears are presents in such countless numbers as to require tall wooden chests on the ground to contain all of the extras. More rare weapons are simply grouped on the walls, as fewer warriors are capable of using them and the demand is lower. There are also some mysterious weapons whose use and user is yet undetermined.", "name": "the weapons storage room, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "companion", "self_name": "guard", "self_persona": "I guard the castle. I guard the king. I would kill to protect the royal family." }
[ "This is the armory! The king keeps the best weapons here. Take a look-", "Ooo what is this one here?", "That's the Everlasting and Eternal Sword of Eternal Darkness. Best not touch that one, it steals peoples souls.", "Oh goodness, I'll be sure to avoid that. It looks amazing though!", "It does. They really only use it to put down peasant rebellions anyway. ", "Such a high class weapon to kill peasants? Are the souls used in some way?", "Well you wouldn't want to damn important people, and the peasants find it absolutely terrifying. All the souls are sent to the demon lord Mouloagh the Unhinged. I don't know what he uses them for.", "Ah, well that is quite interesting. Any other weapons like that?" ]
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{ "description": "The weapons storage room is a large open room lines with all sorts of weapons mounted on the walls. Every sort of weapon imaginable is here, neatly organized and mounted in groups. The commonly used weapons, such as swords and spears are presents in such countless numbers as to require tall wooden chests on the ground to contain all of the extras. More rare weapons are simply grouped on the walls, as fewer warriors are capable of using them and the demand is lower. There are also some mysterious weapons whose use and user is yet undetermined.", "name": "the weapons storage room, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "guard", "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." }
[ "Wow, what are all these weapons for?", "This is the armory! The king keeps the best weapons here. Take a look-", "Ooo what is this one here?", "That's the Everlasting and Eternal Sword of Eternal Darkness. Best not touch that one, it steals peoples souls.", "Oh goodness, I'll be sure to avoid that. It looks amazing though!", "It does. They really only use it to put down peasant rebellions anyway. ", "Such a high class weapon to kill peasants? Are the souls used in some way?", "Well you wouldn't want to damn important people, and the peasants find it absolutely terrifying. All the souls are sent to the demon lord Mouloagh the Unhinged. I don't know what he uses them for.", "Ah, well that is quite interesting. Any other weapons like that?", "None of them from Mouloagh, That mace over there can be used to fight leprechauns though." ]
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{ "description": "The kitchens are a busy, hot place. They are filled with kitchen staff rushing around to prepare the main meals for the king's family and residing nobles. Tonight they are preparing two deer the king and his nobles caught while hunting, as well as some rabbit from a few days ago and seasoned vegetables. There are multiple fires around the kitchen to cook the animals and boil the vegetables, and combined with the heat of all the people the room is stifling. While the main kitchen workers are middle aged women who stay at one station, there are also younger children running around taking ingredients from one place to another. People are shouting instructions and gossip to one another constantly, so it is very hard to hear anything, but the atmosphere is very cheerful.", "name": "the kitchens, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "rat", "self_name": "there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.", "self_persona": "I am a poor young woman who was recently widowed. I sell flowers to travelers and passersby on the road outside my village. I hope to earn enough money to be able to provide for myself and my child." }
[ "Another missed customer...", "-pokes head around looking for food-", "Is that a rat?", "-looks over towards voice-", "At least you can live a simple life.", "Oh we all can, it is just a matter of choosing to do so.", "It is hard though, I need money to live.", "Could consider trying to live off the land, a kitchen seems a strange place to sell flowers though.", "I simply stopped here for scraps like you.", "I see, business must be rough then.", "Yes it is, I am very poor.", "Have you no skills to make use of?" ]
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{ "description": "The kitchens are a busy, hot place. They are filled with kitchen staff rushing around to prepare the main meals for the king's family and residing nobles. Tonight they are preparing two deer the king and his nobles caught while hunting, as well as some rabbit from a few days ago and seasoned vegetables. There are multiple fires around the kitchen to cook the animals and boil the vegetables, and combined with the heat of all the people the room is stifling. While the main kitchen workers are middle aged women who stay at one station, there are also younger children running around taking ingredients from one place to another. People are shouting instructions and gossip to one another constantly, so it is very hard to hear anything, but the atmosphere is very cheerful.", "name": "the kitchens, Inside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.", "self_name": "rat", "self_persona": "I live near the docks on the edge of the city. I steal food from cargo boxes that are loaded into ships at night. Sometimes rats from strange lands come off ships that come to the dock." }
[ "-scurries around the kitchen-", "Another missed customer...", "-pokes head around looking for food-", "Is that a rat?", "-looks over towards voice-", "At least you can live a simple life.", "Oh we all can, it is just a matter of choosing to do so.", "It is hard though, I need money to live.", "Could consider trying to live off the land, a kitchen seems a strange place to sell flowers though.", "I simply stopped here for scraps like you.", "I see, business must be rough then.", "Yes it is, I am very poor." ]
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{ "description": "The battlements are on top of the castle, in between the towers. These walkways have raised walls to prevents soldiers from fall off them or being picked off by archers. The walkways have narrow slots carved out at regular intervals for archers to aim through with getting hit themselves. There are also wider slots at longer intervals with cannons stationed at them. Flush against the outside walls are short, long boxes for soldiers to place their extra weapons in when preparing for a seige.", "name": "Battlements, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "knight", "self_name": "archer", "self_persona": "I am often employed to be a soldier in someone's army. I am a very good show with my bow and arrow. I like the heat of battle." }
[ "I share your passion for combat, knight. One can never prepare enough. ", "No one loves battle as much as I do. ", "Have you heard any news of the king's upcoming campaign? ", "No. Why? Have you?", "I hear we are about to depart for an invasion across the channel.", "That is good news. I will be on the frontline fighting for my king. The smell of gunpowder in the morning always excites me! ", "I prefer long range combat myself. ", "Long range combat is for cowards who don't like to get their hands dirty. ", "On the contrary, why rush into battle when we can dispatch the enemy without coming into harm's way. It's the smartest and most efficient form of combat. ", "Spoken like a true coward. You do not know battle until you have crushed a man with your bare hands. ", "The lifes of the infantry are not dispensable, fool. If we can preserve as much of our ranks as possible, it is the intelligent option to pursue at all costs. ", "You seem upset, little man. Should I fetch your mother for you to suckle her breast? " ]
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{ "description": "The battlements are on top of the castle, in between the towers. These walkways have raised walls to prevents soldiers from fall off them or being picked off by archers. The walkways have narrow slots carved out at regular intervals for archers to aim through with getting hit themselves. There are also wider slots at longer intervals with cannons stationed at them. Flush against the outside walls are short, long boxes for soldiers to place their extra weapons in when preparing for a seige.", "name": "Battlements, Outside Castle" }
{ "partner_name": "archer", "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." }
[ "There is nothing I love more than battle! This is one of my favorite places. ", "I share your passion for combat, knight. One can never prepare enough. ", "No one loves battle as much as I do. ", "Have you heard any news of the king's upcoming campaign? ", "No. Why? Have you?", "I hear we are about to depart for an invasion across the channel.", "That is good news. I will be on the frontline fighting for my king. The smell of gunpowder in the morning always excites me! ", "I prefer long range combat myself. ", "Long range combat is for cowards who don't like to get their hands dirty. ", "On the contrary, why rush into battle when we can dispatch the enemy without coming into harm's way. It's the smartest and most efficient form of combat. ", "Spoken like a true coward. You do not know battle until you have crushed a man with your bare hands. ", "The lifes of the infantry are not dispensable, fool. If we can preserve as much of our ranks as possible, it is the intelligent option to pursue at all costs. " ]
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{ "description": "The sounds of metal and steel clanking together can be heard as you approach the Blacksmith. Varieties of shiny maces, swords, and spears are stung on shelves that line the walls in the shop. A big, burly man can be seen hammering away at swords as he brazens them through the melting pot. His young apprentice greets the customers. The walls are blackened from soot by the fire pit.", "name": "Blacksmith, Bazaar" }
{ "partner_name": "blacksmith", "self_name": "king", "self_persona": "I am a king of the whole empire. I give rules and pursuit them. I am brave and fearless." }
[ "I am here to commission a sword.", "Ah, mighty fine choice! What'll the specs be?", "A four foot claymore made with Vasteryin steal and gold etching.", "Ahh beautiful, any details on the gold etchings?", "Whatever you think fits.", "Sounds good to me, what material would you like for the handle? Leather?", "Yes that would work well.", "Perfect, well I'll be sure to have that done in, say, three days?", "Ok well sounds like a deal.", "What is this sword for, anyhow?", "A family heirloom.", "Going to pass down my sword? What an honor, your heiness. " ]