conversations.from: system
conversations.value: Perhaps you've always believed in the unbelievable--grew up reading tales of encounters with the paranormal, dreaming up conspiracy theories, *knowing* that no matter what anybody else said there were things out there that defied explanation. Perhaps you always knew it was your destiny to study them.
  
  Or perhaps you used to be a skeptic. Perhaps you led your life, up to a point, believing only in what you could prove. Until something happened to you that changed your convictions. Perhaps your life was just like any other, but then you saw something, heard something, experienced something that you couldn't explain. Perhaps you've been searching for answers since then.
  
  Whatever your reasons, the choice to study a fringe science was a bold one. The job is all risk, very little reward--you study, you discover, you come out the other side knowing less than you did before. Some men in dark suits come around and censor your research, tell you to tell no one or you'll be sorry. But it's your life. You have to *know* what's out there. The need drives you.
  
  In your line of work, funding doesn't come from the government. Your studies are funded by Espy, Inc., a corporation with seemingly unlimited funds and a keen interest in all things unexplained. You don't know why they're interested, but they give you leads, and free reign over your studies, and a paycheck, so why complain?
  
  Espy, Inc., called you in a week ago. "We have something big," the man on the phone told you. "Bigger than we've ever had before. We're assembling a team. Travel arrangements have been made. Are you in?"
  
  Now you've arrived in rural Nebraska on a most peculiar patch of farmland, only a briefing away from what could be the biggest discovery of your life. Something that could change everything we think we know about science and even reality.
  
  The Shift is waiting for you.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Farmhouse: A beat-up old farmhouse about 200 meters away from the anomalous zone. The house has been converted into a rest/recreational area for the team studying the Shift. It has basic amenities (plumbing, electricity, foid provided by your employers). No cell service, no internet.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Barn: A barn next to the farmhouse. It has been converted into a command center and sample storage facility for those studying the Shift.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Shift - Iteration 1.0: An anomalous area of land, roughly oval-shaped, which used to be an overgrown field. It now sports a 400-foot mesa at its center. 
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Bunker: An underground research facility inside the Shift, built to withstand its sudden environmental changes. Contains sleeping quarters for the team, a small command center, and emergency and all-weather supplies. It's cramped and utilitarian, but you won't be spending much time inside. Hopefully.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Solomon McClain: Your boss. He is the owner of Espy, Inc., the mysterious company that funds all your research. He'll be checking in on you now and then, making sure his money is well-spent.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Zeke Jacobsen: The man who owned the farmhouse, and the land the Shift is located on. He's crazy as a well-shaken box of cats, but he and his disorganized notes might be your best chance at understanding what the Shift is.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Cryptozoologist: You are the team's expert on critters, both real and theoretical. The Steve Irwin/Newt Scamander of the group, you will be investigating the fauna you encounter in and around the Shift.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Paratopographer: For you, it's all about exploration, and what better terrain to explore than terrain that changes every few weeks? It's your job to study and map the ever-changing Shift.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Cryptobotanist: The plant life within the Shift is fascinating, and changes with the terrain. It's your job to study and collect samples of as much plant life as you can find.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Lead Scientist: You've studied it all--wormholes, rifts in reality, alternate universes parallel to our own. Now it's time to finally put that knowledge to good use in the field. It's your job to manage your team of scientists and lead expeditions into the Shift.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Intern: You're just excited to be here! Make sure you help out so you can get a good letter of recommendation!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Head of Safety: All these crazy scientists, running with beakers and diving headlong into "~portals to another world~" or whatever the heck. Just try and keep 'em from setting the bunker on fire, will you?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: I Went to Med School: Your medical knowledge isn't perfect, but it goes well beyond basic first aid. You never know when you're going to need a doctor.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bard: You might be a goofball, but you know how to keep morale high, even in the most dismal of situations.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Observant: You see what others often miss.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ride-Or-Die: Once someone earns your trust, you're with them to the bitter end.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Survivalist: Maybe you grew up in a family of hunters and outdoorsmen, or maybe you've just seen a lot of disaster movies. Whatever the reason, you know how to survive in the wilderness.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Calm Under Pressure: You keep your cool in high-stress situations. You could probably deactivate a bomb without breaking a sweat.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Lone Wolf: You don't play well with others. Maybe putting you in a cramped underground bunker with lots of other people was a bad idea.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Can't Stop, Won't Stop: Whether it's taking a joke too far, working on a project long after it's become obsolete, or believing in something that's been proven false, you just don't know when to quit.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Scaredy-Cat: It doesn't take much to scare you, and when you freak out you REALLY freak out.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Angsty: You're ready to whip out your black eyeliner and MCR CDs at any given moment. No one understands your inner pain.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Walking Liability: If it's breakable, you'll drop it. If it's unsafe, you'll blunder into it. There's no nice way to put this... you're an accident waiting to happen.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Poor Impulse Control: You speak before you think, and act before considering the consequences.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mulder, Is That You?: You had a normal childhood, until the day your sibling disappeared in what you believe was a paranormal event. Maybe learning everything you can about the supernatural will bring you closure.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Shut Up and Pay Me: Exploring the unknown and making new scientific discoveries is all well and good, but let's be real. You're in it for the paycheck.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Spirit of Discovery: Fame and fortune don't matter to you--all you need is the thrill of uncovering the secrets of the universe!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Muckraker: Sure, Espy, Inc. is providing you with funding for this project and a steady paycheck, but who are they, really? Why are they so interested in the Shift? You hope it isn't a sinister plot, but you'd better find out for sure.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Prove Them Wrong: Studying a fringe science doesn't exactly make you popular among your peers. You've been laughed out of pretty much every school and society there is. The time has come to show them that you were right all along.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Get Famous: You want your name on that big discovery, and you'll do anything to put it there.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Zeke Jacobsen's Notes: The old man who owned this land might be crazy, but he's been the only one taking notes on the Shift's activity for the last sixty years. It's going to take time to sort through all of them, though.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Geologist: You study the makeup of the Earth itself. You're not a fringe scientist, per se, but Espy has used you for consultations in the past. They send you samples, you identify them, you don't ask questions, and you get paid. They've never sent you out into the field, though... until now.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Paul Carey: You don't know much about Mr. Carey, besides the fact that he takes orders from Jensen Heiss and he's worked security for Espy for nearly two decades. He doesn't talk much and does his job without complaint, but sometimes you catch him with a haunted, empty look in his eyes that frankly scares the shit out of you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Olivia "Liv" Ramirez: Liv works for security under the command of Jensen Heiss, and she's pretty handy when it comes to tech, too. If she's not doing a perimeter sweep or keeping curious civilians away from the Shift, she'll gladly talk your ear off over dinner or a game of cards.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Jules Verne: Jules Verne is a short-range rover that can be controlled from within either of the command centers (the main one in the barn, or the small one in the bunker). He's about half the size of a Volkswagen Beetle. He is extremely durable (can withstand crushing blows as well as extreme heat and cold). He can collect samples and record audio/video. His battery lasts about 24 hours, but he has no autopilot function or 'homing system'--he must be manually piloted at all times, as well as manually returned to his dock to charge.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Jules Férat: Jules Férat is a long-range remote controlled drone, which can be controlled from either of the command centers (the one in the barn or the one in the bunker). He can take photographs and record video (no audio), as well as pick up and drop off light items (must be in a box, no more than 50 lbs). His battery lasts about 12 hours, and he has a solar-powered emergency reserve battery/autopilot function, which will override any commands from the remote and immediately pilot him back to his charging station if the main battery runs out. He can withstand extreme temperatures, but he is quite fragile.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Play It Cool: Solomon McClain thinks you're someone you're definitely not. Make sure he keeps thinking that. You took Acting I, right? How hard could it be?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: First Impressions - The Rock Doctors: If you're going to be living with these people for the foreseeable future, you'd better make a good impression. Might as well start with that roommate of yours--he likes rocks, right? Will you plant the seeds of friendship and scientific comradery? Or will you alienate yourself?
  (Darius and Liam. Each play one card, please)
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: First Impressions - The Shrink and the Bouncer: If you're going to be living with these people for the foreseeable future, you'd better make a good impression. This should be easy--it's a girls' club! Just like a sleepover in seventh grade! Right?
  (Jensen and Ramona, each play one card please)
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: First Impressions - The Interns: If you're going to be living with these people for the foreseeable future, you'd better make a good impression. Hey, that guy seems approachable. And he's an intern, just like you!
  (Iksander and Ervin. Each play one card, please)
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: First Impressions - The Interns (copy): If you're going to be living with these people for the foreseeable future, you'd better make a good impression. Hey, that guy seems approachable. And he's an intern, just like you!
  (Iksander and Ervin. Each play one card, please)
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Organize!: Zeke Jacobsen has collected an incredible amount of notes, data, and samples from the Shift over the years, but they're a mess. Before you can use them to your advantage, you'll have to organize them.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Shift - Remote Exploration: It's best to know as much as you can about the Shift before you walk right into it.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Shift - Prepare for Entry: The team should be prepared before they explore this uncharted territory in person.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Prove it!: These questions have been itching in the back of your mind since you were a kid. You built your life around it. 
  
  You HAVE to know.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sleepless: So maybe you don't sleep? So maybe you work too hard? These equations won't solve themselves!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: College Boy: You don't even have to have a question and he probably has an answer.
  
  What a nerd.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Geologist: You like rocks. Probably more than people honestly. 
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The doctor is in: Ramona was hired to counsel the Espy team, and keep an eye on their mental wellbeing. But who knows what situations might arise that would require an understanding of the human (or mostly human) mind?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: People person: Ramona has a knack for asking the right questions, and listening well. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Reckless: When under stress, Ramona is the first to forget what she preaches and dive right into trouble.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Changeling: There’s something odd about Tomas, and Ramona won’t stop until she finds out what happened to her son.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Just Another Tuesday: Subject shows unmatched resilience in the face of events and truths that have directly led to emotional or mental illness in other personnel. C-1438 is an ideal candidate for providing security and site supervision. 
  - Psychologist's Report 11/3
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Woman of Many Vices: Subject C-1438 has a history of indulging in a myriad of substances and risky behavior. At this time, her actions are not considered a danger to her ability to complete her assignments, however, close observation will be required to ensure that her habits do not worsen and endanger the safety of this project. Dr. [REDACTED] believes this to be due to the events during the summer of [REDACTED]. 
  - Psychologist's Report 11/3
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Best Served Cold: Subject C-1438 shows remarkable loyalty and an unparalleled work ethic towards her duties at Espy. Attempts to discern any ulterior motives or unhealthy predilections towards goals anathema to our cause have proven fruitless, and full confidence has been offered in her placement as head of site security.
  
  - Psychologist's Report 11/3
  
  Addm: While likely a non-issue, we may wish to keep in mind that subject may harbor feelings of vengeance towards [REDACTED] due to the events that led to [REDACTED] in the summer of [REDACTED]. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Fuckin' Cockroach: Fire, radiation, and that day it rained those big rocks. They all have one thing in common: despite trying, none of them ended your life. The researchers have a bet to see who can kill the intern first, but joke's on them.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Big, Dumb Ox: Moo for me! You solve most of your problems with headbutts because your skull is too crammed with all them heavy bones to fit too many brains in there. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Who's a Good Boy?: You just want to do a good job. And maybe have other people acknowledge this.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: He Doesn't Even Go Here!: Ervin has been a big fan of paranormal researchers FOREVER, so when his roommate got invited to intern with Espy it was like the mail was just CALLING to him to open it. No one needs to know that he's not technically qualified for any of this... Hey, maybe if he can network well enough and prove his worth they'll let him stay on.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Scully, you're not gonna believe this: Blame it on being very observant or your personal past trauma, but sometimes you are a bit paranoid. It can be hard to tell what's just coincidence and what is spelling your imminent doom. Other people are less than charmed by your conspiracy theories, but in your defense you might just be onto something!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Stone Cold Oblivious: Social situations have never exactly been your forte, and humans are much more complicated than rocks. Seems like their feelings are a little more... fragile. But hey, it's *super* hard to know what people are feeling... right?