conversations.from: system
conversations.value: Located in the middle of western Elara, Gallinea considers itself the heart of the world. With fertile farmlands throughout the Gallinean valley and abundant natural resources, the queendom of Gallinea has become a major power in recent centuries. Gallinea, like most of the continent of Elara, was once part of the ancient Qartan Empire.
  
  Gallinea has a long history as a matriarchy, and in recent centuries has become known for its very egalitarian and inclusive views -- a philosophy which has been tested since the former monarch, Queen Elisse, was assassinated. Her youngest daughter, now Queen Mariana, has tried to
  maintain her mother's policy of tolerance in the face of increasing clamor for a less open society.
  
  Gender equality is usually a given in Gallinea, and freedom of religion is enforced by law -- although only Asrianism is broadly accepted. Heterosexuality is the norm, but pansexuality, bisexuality, and homosexuality are all embraced and supported by society. Gallinean inheritance passes along a matrilineal path, so most heads of noble families are female. The symbol of Gallinea is the pegasus.
  
  The capital of Gallinea, Lutetia, is built upon a lake island and surrounded by 16 huge bridges that reach out to the farmlands and estates that circle the city.
  
  Lutetia is known for its majestic architecture as well as its green parks. Landmarks include the Royal Palace, the Universities of Lutetia, the Grand Cathedral, and the Gallinean Library.
  
  In the year 1199 PQ, a previously unknown writer named M.E. Labouret published a novel called "The Laughing Blade" that introduced a new character, Alais de Neversette.
  
  "The Laughing Blade" took Lutetia by storm, and for the last fifty years there has been at least one book published in the official line, "The Various Adventures of Alais Neversette" -- and many other knock-off novels -- save for the darkest year of 1244.
  
  Alais lives in the first half of the reign of Queen Delphine -- usually said to be the 1150s to 1160s -- and is the daughter of a minor noblewoman who snuck out from her studies and saved Princess-Regent Clarisse, the young queen's stepmother,
  from an assassination attempt. This bravery earned her a spot in the Queen's Cavaliers, over the objections of her doting mother and father.
  
  The exact identity of M.E. Labouret is unknown, and it's said that even her -- or his, or their -- publishers don't know her true identity. The leading theory held by Alais scholars is that Labouret is a pen name shared by several people over the years, perhaps a family, as distinctive patterns run through certain books and not others. Most scholars agree that the writer(s) of Alais are natives of Lutetia, and probably from the educated artisan class.
  
  In the last month, Lutetia has been abuzz with rumors -- the lost novel of 1244, which was not published due to the year of mourning for the late Queen Elisse and her daughter, has been found! Lutetia's Lady-Mayor is holding a grand party to introduce the lost "Alais" to the public, and members of the Queen's Cavaliers -- the player characters -- have been asked to attend.
  
  
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The queen's favorite uncle and Gallinea's spymaster.
conversations.prefix: Prince Jean-Remy:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The younger daughter of the previous queen, Mariana was never meant to rule Gallinea.
conversations.prefix: Queen Mariana:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Albian husband of Mariana, quite lost in Gallinean society. He's the honorary head of the Queen's Cavaliers.
conversations.prefix: Prince-Consort Carolus:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The head of the Asrian church in Gallinea and the minister of justice.
conversations.prefix: Arch-Chaplain Farrazin:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A former member of the Queen's Cavaliers gone rogue, now one of the most dangerous spies in Gallinea.
conversations.prefix: Martine Deveaux (Mme. de Etape only):
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The ambassador from Albia is also a frequent drinking partner of his countryman, the prince-consort.
conversations.prefix: Lord-Ambassador Bedyngford:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Lady-Mayor of Lutetia is known for her flamboyant parties and patronage of the arts.
conversations.prefix: Lady-Mayor Lusienne Castenia:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The mysterious author of the "Alais de Neversette" novels, identity unknown.
conversations.prefix: M. E. Labouret:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You know how to weave threads, lace, and magickal trinkets into fashion.
conversations.prefix: Charmweaver:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You can create all kinds of clockwork devices.
conversations.prefix: Mechanician:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You are a consummate performer, in great demand throughout Lutetia.
conversations.prefix: Virtuosa:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: As a spy and saboteur, there are few secrets in Lutetia that are safe from you.
conversations.prefix: Provocateur:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You are a mistress of the blade, highly skilled with your trusty rapier.
conversations.prefix: Duelist:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You aren't a pirate; the letter of marque you carry is proof enough of that. Right?
conversations.prefix: Privateer:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: As part of the Lutetia city guard, you help to protect the people of the Gallinea and stop crimes.
conversations.prefix: Constable:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You are a noble and a member of the Queen's court, privy to the inside workings of Gallinea.
conversations.prefix: Courtier:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Your wartime experiences have made you skilled with weapons and armor, but at what cost?
conversations.prefix: Veteran:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Your Devran faith is looked down upon by most Gallineans, but you know that your faith in the Desert Mother will see you through the hard times.
conversations.prefix: Speaker:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The center of the Asrian faith in Lutetia.
conversations.prefix: Grand Cathedral of the Sun:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The grand marketplace in the heart of Lutetia.
conversations.prefix: Les Ruelles:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Home of the Queen and the rest of the royal family.
conversations.prefix: The Royal Palace:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Headquarters of the Queen's Cavaliers.
conversations.prefix: The Citadel:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: "The Rock," an island prison on Lac Luisante.
conversations.prefix: La Roche:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The library of Gallinea, home to the largest collection of books in Lutetia.
conversations.prefix:  Bibliothèque Royale de Gallinea:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Universities of Lutetia consist of the Royal Gallinean Academy of Sciences, the University of Letters and arts, and Lutetia College of History.
conversations.prefix: Les Universités Royales de Lutetia:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Lutetia's theater favored by the common people.
conversations.prefix: Le Théâtre du Monde:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The most prestigious theater in Lutetia, home of only the finest productions.
conversations.prefix:  Le Théâtre de la Rive:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Opulent residence of the Lady-Mayor of Lutetia.
conversations.prefix: Palais de Lutetia:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The docks of Lutetia, on the banks of Lac Luisante. Many riverboats are found here.
conversations.prefix: Les Quais:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Down the narrow and twisting back streets of the Gallinean capital.
conversations.prefix: Chase Through Lutetia's Streets:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Every now and then, even the normally tolerant people of Lutetia can be whipped into a mob frenzy.
conversations.prefix: Angry Mob:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Not all problems can be solved through swashbuckling; some require a more diplomatic approach.
conversations.prefix: Delicate Negotiations:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Rumors and secrets, liaisons and conspiracies abound at the parties of Lutetia's nobility.
conversations.prefix: High Society Party:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The participants in this midnight encounter don't want their rendezvous to be known.
conversations.prefix: Clandestine Meeting:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Finding what you need at Les Ruelles takes patience and haggling skills.
conversations.prefix: Shopping Trip:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Creating anything from clockworks to charmwoven clothing requires time and talent.
conversations.prefix: Crafting in the Workshop:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Fancy hat, a cape, fencing gloves, boots, breeches, and a doublet.
conversations.prefix: Swashbuckler's Outfit:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Fine clothing appropriate for meeting the Queen or any other noble.
conversations.prefix: Courtly Outfit:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A rapier, main gauche, and buckler.
conversations.prefix: Fencing Gear:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: A single-shot sidearm, a supply of bullets, and a blackpowder horn.
conversations.prefix: Flintlock Pistol:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: As a new recruit to the Queen's Cavaliers, you want to distinguish yourself in the service of the Queen. What will you do?
conversations.prefix: Proving Yourself Worthy:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You know the difference between you and me?
  
  No matter what you do, you've gotta look your best doing it.
conversations.prefix: I Make This Look Good:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: What's the point in being one of the Queen's Cavaliers if you don't have fun doing it?
conversations.prefix: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You are the only thing that stands between the common folk of Gallinea and those who seek to harm them.
conversations.prefix: Protecting the Weak:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You want to produce something that no one else can create.
conversations.prefix: Creating a Masterpiece:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: There are plots within plots in the Gallinean capital. You want to ferret them all out.
conversations.prefix: Uncover a Conspiracy:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're an adrenaline junkie, and swashbuckling is the only thing that relieves your boredom. Everyone dies sooner or later, why not go out with a bang?
conversations.prefix: Action is Her Reward:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Money. It's all about the gold sols. You're in debt, and you need to make some coin fast. Why do you need so much, anyway?
conversations.prefix: Saving Sols:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You have refined knowledge of the arts, of etiquette, of scholarly works.
conversations.prefix: Culture:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You are very skilled at defending yourself and others, through parrying, blocking, and dodging.
conversations.prefix: Defense:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You wield a sword like an extension of yourself, employing lunges, feints, and ripostes as needed.
conversations.prefix: Dueling:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You act decisively and quickly, be that due to impulsive actions, heightened vigilance against danger, or simply impeccable timing.
conversations.prefix: Initiative:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're skilled at interpersonal relationships, able to inspire emotion in others, negotiate a compromise, and weave a convincing lie.
conversations.prefix: Interaction:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You are trained in the subtle magicks of Gallinea -- brewing alchemical draughts, weaving charms into fabric, and reading the portents around us all.
conversations.prefix: Magicks:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You are skilled at medical science, from simple first aid to crude surgery. You also have a strong understanding of toxins and how they affect the human body.
conversations.prefix: Medicine:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Your experiences in the military have taught you to fight with your fists or with your guns, as well as a solid understanding of military tactics.
conversations.prefix: Military:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You are at home in the wild; you're a skilled trailblazer and sailor who can calm angry beasts or stalk the most skittish game.
conversations.prefix: Nature:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Nothing gets past you. Even if you don't notice something directly, you've got great intuition and can piece together the most subtle clues to see their underlying pattern.
conversations.prefix: Observation:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You are trained in mathematics and the scientific method, using them to construct clockwork devices and work with otherwise dangerous explosives.
conversations.prefix: Science:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You were born in the city, cobblestones under your feet. You know the best places to drink, the best insults to throw at a haughty noble, and the best place to fence stolen goods.
conversations.prefix: Streetwise:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're a perfectionist. You can't do anything halfway; you've always got it to give it your best, even if that's less than practical.
conversations.prefix: Artistry:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You are a true believer in the Asrian church. Its nine precepts are written on your soul. You couldn't even conceive of going against the church hierarchy.
conversations.prefix: Church:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Gallinea, right or wrong. Gallinea, love it or leave it. 
  
  You are a patriot first and foremost, and you'd die for queen and country. Hopefully you won't have to.
conversations.prefix: Country:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Your devout belief in Devra, the Desert Mother, leads you to speak out against the oppression suffered by the Devrans in Gallinea. Even when it's probably a better idea to stay quiet. Zealotry doesn't suffer in silence well.
conversations.prefix: Faith:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Everyone has family. You have family obligations. Whether it is your cousin who always needs to be bailed out, your parent who you can never do enough to please, or your ancestor who wrecked the family reputation, you are nearly crushed beneath your duty to your family.
conversations.prefix: Family:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You make friends easily.
  
  Maybe too easily.
  
  This means your so-called "friends" are quick to take advantage of you, and you just can't turn down a buddy in trouble, right?
conversations.prefix: Friends:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: "B-but that's just not right!" Your dogged pursuit of justice at any cost means you overlook more creative solutions, lacking the flexibility of those with looser morals.
conversations.prefix: Justice:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Your curiosity is insatiable. If there's something you want to know, you won't stop until you've learned it. Anything else is but a distraction.
conversations.prefix: Knowledge:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You lead with your heart. This means that your heart gets broken a lot. Anything might remind you of one of your lost loves and lead to you recounting the sad tale of woe related to that ex-lover.
  
  Or maybe you'll just break down in tears.
conversations.prefix: Love:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Once your word is given, you can't break it. Even if circumstances change. Even if the people you pledged yourself to aren't worthy of your loyalty. Without loyalty, what do you have?
conversations.prefix: Loyalty:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You don't do most of your thinking with your brain. Your desires for physical pleasure of any kind -- food, sex, comfort -- have a strong hold on you and it's hard to think of much else.
conversations.prefix: Lust:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've got to be the best. Even if you're not. Especially if you're not.
  
  If anyone dares imply you're less than the best, that's the most grave of insults and they must be soundly humiliated.
conversations.prefix: Pride:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You have some money. You want more. Lots and lots of money.
  
  Nobody ever got rich by spending money, so you're both greedy and miserly at the same time. Is there anything you won't do if the price is right?
conversations.prefix: Wealth:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: This magicked hat is charmed to improve your swordfighting skills.
conversations.prefix: Charmwoven Hat:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: This billowing cloak is charmed to enhance your ability to defend yourself.
  
conversations.prefix: Charmwoven Cape:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: This doublet is charmed to enhance your ability to make friends and influence people.
conversations.prefix: Charmwoven Doublet:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: These magicked boots have charms that boost your effectiveness in natural situations -- hunting, sneaking, trailblazing.
conversations.prefix: Charmwoven Boots:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: These are the tools and spare parts that you need to construct and fix clockwork devices.
conversations.prefix: Repair Tools:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: This alchemical formulation works to neutralize the alcoholic content of drinks you consume, making it easier for you to ply others for information without getting plastered yourself.
conversations.prefix: Teetotaler's Tea:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Just a few drops of this potent toxin can send someone to sleep for hours.
conversations.prefix: Sleep Poison:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: This magickal draught gives you the courage to fight on, even when things seem hopeless.
conversations.prefix: Courage Draught:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: With a flick of your wrist, this clockwork contrivance will fling your pistol -- or, if you prefer, your knife -- into your hand for startlingly quick use.
conversations.prefix: Spring-Loaded Wrist Holster:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You have a large number of gold sols. Gold can buy a lot in Gallinea. Nearly anything, some people say.
conversations.prefix: Gold. Lots of Gold.:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: One of the oldest members of the Queen's Cavaliers. He's not *really* your boss, but it's probably a good idea to do what he says.
conversations.prefix: Capitaine Jherosme du Coeur:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You have one hour and thirty minutes. Just enough time to get ready for this party! What will you wear?
conversations.prefix: Getting Ready for the Party:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: What's the word on the street or in the Queen's court about this party? Who might be there?
conversations.prefix: Learn More:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Capitaine du Coeur stressed the party time repeatedly, 19 bells at Palais de Lutetia.
conversations.prefix: You Have One Hour and 50 Minutes:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: That beautiful, leather-bound book. It's just sitting there in the middle of the table. Tempting. Very tempting. Will someone give in to the temptation?
conversations.prefix: The Book:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You're nice and cosy with someone you just met. Isn't this intimate?
conversations.prefix: Find a Companion:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: It's a very short trip.
conversations.prefix: Journey to Inebriation:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: What's a party without an argument?
conversations.prefix: Start an Argument:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Is the Prince-Consort actually here? He shouldn't be too hard to locate if he is, right? Is that him over there?
conversations.prefix: Finding Carolus:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: That book. It's just *lying* there on the table. Tempting. So tempting. No one will notice if you sneak a peek, right?
conversations.prefix: Insatiable Curiosity:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: That book. It's just lying there. So *tempting*. No one would notice if you just decided to sneak a peek, right?
conversations.prefix: Insatiable Curiosity:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: He's here somewhere. Can you pierce Prince Jean-Remy's disguise?
conversations.prefix: "Sable":
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You look so lovely, dahling! Whether in a beautiful courtly outfit or dashing swashbuckler attire, you manage to impress those around you with your wit and charm.
conversations.prefix: Absolutely Fabulous:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: It's the mystery at the heart of this whole thing, isn't it? Nobody knows who the fabled author is. But you want to find out.
conversations.prefix: Where in Lutetia is M. E. Labouret?:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You'll be able to find a way to use this glass of wine, right?
conversations.prefix: 1223 Was A Good Year:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Created by the famous Uklid Demopolous, you know that this Chekhov's Soup is gonna end up on *someone*.
conversations.prefix: Middle Sea Fish Stew:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You've caught the attention of a silver fox, or perhaps a platinum cougar. Even if you lack interest yourself, this could prove to be advantageous in the future.
conversations.prefix: Caught An Older Noble's Eye:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Hey, that person over there. Maybe the cellist, maybe a household servant ferrying plates and food back and forth, maybe one of the stewards. You know them! Sometimes it's good to have friends in low places.
conversations.prefix: Friends with the Help:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: A former member of the Queen's Cavaliers gone rogue, now one of the most dangerous spies in Gallinea.
conversations.prefix: Martine Deveaux:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: What is up with that clock? Why is it running late?
conversations.prefix: It's About Time (Margaux only):
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: He is a young nobleman from Ondala. Does he know how to use that espada ropera swinging from his belt?
conversations.prefix: Rogelio Diega (Phillipa only):
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sometimes it is as if you are one of your characters, stepped off the Stage instead of a person. You’re emotions and reactions can reach operatic proportions.
conversations.prefix: Life Imitating Art:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Be it the training grounds of guardsmen, grand estates, beer halls or the stage, you move from one to the other as if you were born there. It is as if you wear a thousand masks.
conversations.prefix: 1000 Masks:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: You have made a career in perception and playing to your strengths  
conversations.prefix: Sharp:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You get a long way by believing you can't fail.
conversations.prefix: Confidence:
conversations.from: human
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.prefix: Wild:
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Someone taught you your letters and not much else.
conversations.prefix: Uneducated:
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Shrewd and knowledgeable; having common sense and good judgment.
conversations.prefix: Savy: