conversations.from: system
conversations.value: ##"Billy Pilgrim has come unstuck in time."
  
  ***
  
  You've read those words a hundred times, at least. Maybe more. You just never thought they'd apply to *you*. 
  
  It sounded fun, back then. A grand adventure, never knowing if you were going to spend the day in this mundane world, or reliving an exciting moment in history. (Never mind that Billy Pilgrim probably *hated* it; you always thought he was a bit of a limp dishrag, anyway.)
  
  Now you're stuck in the same boat. 
  
  One day, you were living your life. Complacent, comfortable, and if not happy, at least accepting. The next, you're god-knows-where, doing god-knows-what, and stuck with god-knows-who.
  
  Worst of all, *it keeps happening*. 
  
  No warning, no seemingly visible trigger. A **blink** of the eye and you've traveled the length of the multiverse and landed in some alternate reality with no way out and no idea how long you're going to be there.
  
  You're beginning to sympathize with Billy Pilgrim.
  ***
  ##Character Instructions
  
  We're looking for 1-2 more players, able/willing to commit to a regular posting schedule. Male or female fine, but either should be fluid in their gender preference. 
  
  Additionally, character should be involved in the 2020 Summer Olympics (Tokyo) in some capacity. Journalist, reporter, photographer, judge, hospitality or athlete. Please note that in your character bio.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Rat: Wisdom.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Ox: Industriousness.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Tiger: Valor.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Rabbit: Caution.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Dragon: Strength.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Snake: Flexibility.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Horse: Progress.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Goat: Unity.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Monkey: Changeability.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Rooster: Constancy.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Dog: Fidelity.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Pig: Amiability.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Dog: Fidelity without amiability leads to **rejection**.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Dragon: Strength without flexibility leads to **fracture**.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Goat: Unity without progression leads to **stagnation**.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Horse: Progression without unity leads to **abandonment**.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Monkey: Changeability without being constant leads to **foolishness**.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Ox: Industriousness without wisdom leads to **futility**.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Pig: Amiability without fidelity leads to **immorality**.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Rabbit: Caution without valor leads to **cowardice**.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Rat: Wisdom without industriousness leads to **triviality**.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Rooster: Constancy without changeability leads to **woodenness**.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Snake: Flexibility without strength leads to **compromise**.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Tiger: Valor without caution leads to **recklessness**.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Aquarias: Witty, clever, inventive, a  humanitarian. 
  ***
  Stubborn, unemotional, sarcastic, aloof.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Aries: Independent, generous, optimistic.
  ***
  Moody, short-tempered, impulsive.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Cancer: Loyal, dependable, caring, adaptable.
  ***
  Moodly, clingy, overly sensitive and self-absorbed.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Capricorn: Responsible, patient, ambitious, resourceful.
  ***
  Dictatorial, conceited, distrusting and inhibited.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Gemini: Energetic, clever, imaginative and adaptable.
  ***
  Superficial, impulsive, restless, devious.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Leo: Confident, ambitious, generous and encouraging.
  ***
  Pretentious, domineering, melodramatic and stubborn.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Libra: Diplomatic, graceful, peaceful, idealistic.
  ***
  Vain, indecisive, unreliable, lazy.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Pisces: Compassionate, accepted, devoted and imaginative.
  ***
  Escapist, self-pitying, oversensitive and indecisive.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Saggittarius: Curious, energetic, optimistic and ambitious.
  ***
  Impatient, tactless, irresponsible and restless.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Scorpio: Passionate, resourceful, observant, and dynamic.
  ***
  Jealous, obsessive, suspicious and manipulative.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Taurus: Dependable, persistent, patient, careful.
  ***
  Stubborn, possessive, materialistic and self-indulging.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Virgo: Analytical, observant, helpful and precise.
  ***
  Skeptical, fussy, inflexible and cold.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Aces High: You're only really living when the stakes are high and everything's on the line. The thrill's the thing, and you're addicted.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Chips Are Down: When the going gets tough, you get going. You relish a challenge in the same way that some people relish getting off - in fact, it leaves you practically *glowing*.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Luck Be A Lady: You've got an interesting relationship with Lady Fortuna, and you never quite know whether she'll be on your side, or betting against you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Girl's Best Friend: Once, just once, you'd like to have some money. Not Croesus-levels of wealth, just enough to live in comfort, give the people you love generous gifts and maybe something shiny to flash here and there. Like *diamonds*.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Snake Eyes: Bad luck seems to dog your steps, and it's getting *old*. You've got to get lucky...or find a way to use your misfortune for good.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Joker's Wild: You like a little chaos with your morning coffee; it starts the day off right. It might not make you the most popular kid on the block, but you'll just have to live with that.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: King of Clubs: You've got some hidden reserves, a depth in you that's just waiting to come out. Maybe you don't know what you're capable of now, but you will. Oh, you *will*.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Queen of Spades: You've got baggage that you just can't seem to unload, maybe you're imagining it, but everyone seems to go out of their way to avoid contact with it. There's got to be a way to bury this once and for all.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Tokyo: The new city of lights.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: It Takes a Village: Most of the athletes in the village are either asleep already or at the stadium. Still, maybe you can find someone to interview or even make some new journalistic friends. Never hurts to have someone watch your back.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: All Together Now: You're alone in a strange city. You need friends for when the zombies come. Preferably *slower* friends.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Crossing Point: Outside of time, outside of space. Neither here, nor there. Not yesterday, but not today or tomorrow, either. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: I. The Door: ####Haiku:
  White on red. I wait / 
  expectantly, breath frozen.  / When will the door open?
  
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: II. The Lampost: ####Haiku:
  Red on blue. Balloons 
  / flood the sky, catching the sun / 
  occluding the light.
  
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: III. The Facade: ####Haiku:
  Red on grey. Poppies
  / grow in curious places. / Red for remembrance.
  
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sight Beyond Sight: Your eyes have been opened. What do you see?
  ***
  *Use this card to select a path.*
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Pullman Train Car: This appears to be a train car from the late 19th or early 20th century. 
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: One Track Mind: The only thing you're sure of is that you're on a train. Where you're going, where you've been...that's a mystery. You need to figure out what's going on, and *fast*.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: George Lewis, Porter: As a porter for the Pullman Company, George works long, exhausting hours in a stressful job, yet the potential for income in the position makes it a very attractive position indeed for men of color around the United States.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Blind Date: Regardless of whether it's a dream or reality, fate's thrown all of you together. You might as well be sociable and make the best of it...or not, as the case may be.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Forward Thinking: It's the century of progress for Chicago, but it's the century of *regress* for you. This world is alien and strange, and you need a plan to get yourself through the night.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ignorance is Bliss: You've got no idea what's going on and you're not particularly motivated to find out. All things considered, this might not be a winning strategy...but it's the one you've chosen.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Knowledge is Power: You've got some little tidbit stored away. Maybe you never thought it'd be useful, but here you are and now it is.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Central Station: Chicago's newest terminal, opened only months earlier to provide access to the Exposition.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A Good Night's Rest: You've got to find a place to lay your weary head. Preferably one where your head will also be safe, come morning.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Palmer House Hotel: Established in the 1840's, the Palmer is elegance personified. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Keeping Up Appearances: It's your first time getting in and out of period drag. Literally, for at least one of you, anyway. Can you pass?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Olympic Boxer: A lifetime dedicated to pugilism came with too many scars, but a gold medal would make it all worth it.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Skillful: A fusion of old school technique and new school thought make for a potent fighter.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Old Injuries: Even a young body can break down, and the aches and pains are adding up.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Before It's Too Late: The body and the bank are nearly on empty. Time is running out to make a mark and leave a legacy.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Easily Distracted: Sometimes, you just can't be bothered to keep your eyes on the prize. Sure, you can pull it together when you need to, like when you're standing on that diving board, but the rest of the time? Meh.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Man of Action: Take control of your situation, even if it is a dream.  
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Indecisive: Decisions terrify you, because when it comes down to it, you can't trust yourself to make the right call. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Supportive : It isn't always easy and sometimes you need to lend a helping hand.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Daring: Sometimes you must take a risk to succeed.  Caution will never result in victory.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sign of the Rooster: Constancy.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Money Talks: Look around - you can jabber in French and pretend to be foreign aristocracy, but it's obvious that you're buying your way in. Let's not reinvent the wheel, here.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Unexpected Consequences: You didn't really think you'd get by with that without anyone noticing, did you?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Columbian Exposition: The World's Columbian Exposition was a world's fair held in Chicago in 1893 to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the New World in 1492.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Someone Like Me: Is there something familiar about that person? Are they in the same predicament as you? Can you risk talking to them?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Hunger Games: You're starving, and there's a world of food at the fair. Why not eat your way through?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Hunger Games: You’re starving, and there’s a world of food at the fair. Why not eat your way through?    
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Fun & Games: The midway looks exciting... So many cultures! So much fun to be had! And a Ferris Wheel. Who wouldn't want to ride the world's first Ferris Wheel?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Star Tech: Maybe the all the new tech being launched at the fair will hold some clues as to how you got here and how to get back? Probably not, but it'll be fun to point and laugh anyway.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Home Sweet Home: There's exhibits for every state and most of the countries in the world, too. Maybe seeing something from your place of origin - even a century before you got there, will make you feel better.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Going to the Fair: You get to cast a vote.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Midway Plaisance: The center of amusements during the World's Columbian Exposition in 1893, lending the name "Midway" to areas at county and state fairs where sideshows are located. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Wag the Dog: Time to get your eats on, and maybe learn a little something while you're at it.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Drama Quee...uh, Ki-- no... Sovereign? Drama Sovereign?: Melodrama, thy name is Jules. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Practical: Sometimes you just need a man with a plan. Antoine is, occasionally, that man. 
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sign of the Rooster: Constancy.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Compassionate: You remember what it's like to be in the other's shoes. You want to help.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Peace Out: You're oil on troubled waters, the doobie everyone passes 'round... You're *chill*, man.