conversations.from: system
conversations.value: An Art Deco “heist film” set in Atlassian, a prosperous city on the precipice between ancient magic (embodied by the Old Hand) and modern industry (under the banner of the Silver Arc). The Order of the Sable Finger has requested your assistance with a matter of some urgency.
  
  A summons from the Sable Finger does not imply *obligation* — but the wise and the dead agree: if you are not prepared to attend the party, it will go better for you if you simply do not RSVP.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Engineer: You have great intuition and experience for working with machines, however new or old.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Quite Inventive
  
  Suggested Weakness: Timid
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ne’er-do-well: You are rascal, a scalawag, often behaving badly but for the greater good and with much skill.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Immeasurable Charm
  
  Suggested Weakness: Nefarious
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Royal: You pursue adventure not only for the thrills but for the glory. And the thrills.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Exchequer
  
  Suggested Weakness: Arrogant
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Expedition Leader: You’re an experienced hunter and expeditionary leader with military experience.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Worldwide Associates
  
  Suggested Weakness: Enemies
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Great Magician: Your reputation for magic is well earned—never admit what’s magic and what’s an illusion.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Magic Words
  
  Suggested Weakness: Questionable Moral Fiber
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: “Mad” Scientist: Your passion for pushing the bounds of science has led some to label you “mad.”
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Science!
  
  Suggested Weakness: Overeager
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Gadgeteer: You’re a tinkerer and adventurer, better as using gadgets than building them.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Myriad Contraptions
  
  Suggested Weakness: Breakdown
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Pilot: Your combination of intuition and experience makes you one of the world’s greatest pilots.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Steer Anything
  
  Suggested Weakness: Rakish
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Occultist: Your knowledge of ancient secrets and modern magic is formidable and even eerie.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Arcane Knowledge
  
  Suggested Weakness: Poor Health
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Detective: You have made the world’s mysteries your business—not just crimes.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Powers of Observation
  
  Suggested Weakness: Haunted
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Quite Inventive: You’re an inventor! Your ingenuity helps you patch engines and craft tools from junk.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Immeasurable Charm: Your suavity and savoir faire are highly convincing. You’re a pleasure to talk with.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Exchequer: You have considerable funds and social clout, which sometimes provides great confidence.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Worldwide Associates: Wherever you go, you know people and know how to organize and coordinate them.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Magic Words: You know a few rare and secret incantations with real power to conjure and enchant.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Science!: You see the world with a scientist’s reason and ingenuity. Nothing shocks you.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Myriad Contraptions: You have a gadget for almost every occasion, no matter how dangerous or delicate.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Steer Anything: Horses, chariots, boats, automobiles, biplanes, airships—if it moves you can make it go.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Arcane Knowledge: Knowledge is power and you teem with knowledge both practical and esoteric.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Powers of Observation: The world is an ever-developing record of its own activity. Nothing escapes your notice.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Timid: Despite your skills, you are wary and cautious of the larger world and its perils.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Nefarious: Your reputation for trickery haunts you. You are slow to trust and be trusted.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Arrogant: Your certainty and confidence sometimes go too far, getting you into trouble.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Enemies: Wherever you go, it seems you encounter old enemies or new betrayals.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Questionable Moral Fiber: Your various lusts sometimes get the better of you, causing you trouble.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Overeager: You sometimes look before you leap or speak before you think.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Breakdown: You’re too busy to check every little thing so sometimes your tools don’t work as they should.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Rakish: You have a dangerous, disreputable demeanor that sometimes gets you into trouble.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Poor Health: Coughing fits, dizziness, and nausea sometimes undermine you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Haunted: You cannot escape your mistakes or your guilt, which can make you hesitant and halting.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Race to the Lost Plateau: Beat Lord Masters to the Lost Island’s fabled plateau and back to the Adventurer’s Club.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Prove Your Mettle to Her Majesty: What good is fame and fortune without a nod from the Queen?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Prove Your Love to Your Sweetheart: Words aren’t enough. Your sweetheart deserves a one-of-a-kind rarity to show your love.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Make the Astonishing The Envy of the Club: Maintain and improve the *Astonishing* until it is the envy of even your rivals.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Combine Magic and Science In One Machine: Find a new way to combine magic and science in a way that marvels your peers!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Restore the Heliographic Society to Glory: The ancient Heliographic Society can be a source of knowledge and discovery again!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Learn Your True Heritage: Do your veins contain Atlantean blood? Find out!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Hunt Great Game: Bring back a bigger, better trophy for the club. Show them what’s really out there!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Dream Bigger: Whatever you can imagine, the world can do you one better. Dream bigger! No, bigger still!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Dispel Fear: Fear is what holds the World back from Progress. Do not tolerate Fear!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Discover Masters’ Motives: Why does Masters want you bested? Discover the truth.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Improve Your Gear: Make an improvement to your gear. How is it better?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A Little Rebellion: Encourage someone to individual liberty and confidence.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bring Proof of the Tyrant King to the World: Capture—in the flesh or in a quality photo—proof of the size and ferocity of the Tyrant King.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Solve the Puzzle of the Atlanteans: What was the purpose of the Atlantean temple and outpost? Be the one to figure it out.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Break Down the Old Thinking: Show someone that their tired preconceptions are out of date.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Persuade the Goblins to Join Your Crew: Lord Masters’ goblins are surprisingly adept aviators. They deserve a better life.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Show Your Stripes: Take great risks, not to prove yourself but to test yourself. What are you capable of?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Learn A New Language: Not only so you can learn new things, but so you can see things in a new way.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Obtain Ancient Treasure: Return to the Adventurer’s Club with a unique artifact for its museum.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: A Rare Atlantean Sunstone: This stores and emits sunlight in a glow or a ray, depending on how you hold it.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ancient Atlantean Map: An ancient document verifying that the Lost Island was an Atlantean outpost.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Fantastic Heliotronic Engine Core: The scientific equivalent of an Atlantean sunstone that powers the *Astonishing*.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Elephant Gun: Double-barreled, heavy-duty, worn-in and scuffed.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Modest Heliotronic Raygun Pistol: Sunstone-powered, light-weight, shiny and new. Twist the dial to adjust solar-ray intensity.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Signet Ring of the Heliographic Society: A symbol of membership in the ancient, nearly defunct order. Complete with secret compartment.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Book of Spells: A pocket notebook containing notes on Atlantean spells and rituals.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Blade of Great Repute: Bestowed on a previous adventure by a grateful sultan. Both beautiful and functional.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Aetheric Visionary Goggles: These goggles allow the user to see beyond the visual spectrum into the aetheric plane.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: One Parachute: A finely crafted, properly folded and prepared parachute.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Parlor of the Grand Adventurer’s Club: Posh and plush, this comfortable library and sitting room has seen many adventures begin.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bridge of the Airship Astonishing: All polished wood and gleaming silver and brass with ticking instruments great and small.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Engine Room of the Airship Astonishing: The spinning heliotronic engine, powered by captured sunlight, dominates this noisy chamber.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Coast of the Lost Island: A beautiful beach and lush jungle cling to the edges of this volcanic island.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Grand Plateau of the Lost Island: This highland at the heart of the island is home to a nameless volcano and ancient ruins.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Giant’s Graveyard: Either the dinosaurs come here to die or someone has ritually gathered their bones in this place.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Nest of the Terrible Lizards: A clutch of enormous, leathery eggs means mother may not be far away.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ruins of the Fabled City: This Atlantean outpost was a grand experiment once. Now it is a ruin.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Confounding Puzzle-Room: What purpose was served by the grinding wheels and sliding stones in this incredible room?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Temple of the Great Atlanteans: Here the Atlanteans worshipped the sun and the sea, fire and water, and their child: steam.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Impress the Chaps: Show the fellows of the club that you’re one to watch.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Navigate the Skies: Plot the fastest course to the Lost Island.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sabotage?!: Repair your engines and maybe discern the cause of the damage.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: A Proper Landing: Land on the Lost Island with grace and aplomb.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Escape the Raptors: Too many to fight—at least in this place. Sometimes it’s wise to flee!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Poisoned Waters: Something toxic is in the water. Are you already too late to avoid the sickness?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Riddle of the Puzzle-Room: Solve the ancient puzzle before you’re all ground to dust in this place!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Floor Falls Out: Survive the collapse of this delicate chamber as it falls into fire below.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Power of the Sun: Spinning gems create scintillating beams of white-hot sunlight capable of turning you to ash. Astounding!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Hallucinogenic Fog: The smoke billowing out of the mountain compels powerful visions. What do you see?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Sir Gerard Wyndingham: An accomplished adventurer himself, this grey-haired little person is the chairman of the Adventurer’s club.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Dr. Adele Behenu: An Egyptian medical doctor and archaeologist of great repute. She’s a famed expert on Atlantis.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Lord Ramsay Masters: Rough and rugged, this wealthy adventurer often prefers the hunt to the prize.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Frederick “Chase” Donoghue: Designer and builder of airships, such as the *Astonishing*, and a patron of many engineers.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Tyrant King: A colossal and bloodthirsty dinosaur stalking the jungles of the Lost Island.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Loyal Goblin: Just one of the many loyal goblins in the employ of Lord Masters. They crew his airship.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Devoted Crewmember: The crew of the *Astonishing* are devoted to the Grand Adventurer’s Club and its discoveries.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Wide-Winged Pterrosaurs: Grand and terrible flying beasts found in great numbers around the Lost Island.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Protective Triceratops: Though herbivorous, triceratops sometimes fiercely defend their territory.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ghost of the High Priestess: This being — an apparition or something else? — was a revered figure in the temple’s glory days.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Gadgeteer: You’re a tinkerer and adventurer, better at using gadgets than building them.
  
  ...
  
  Suggested Strength: Myriad Contraptions
  
  Suggested Weakness: Breakdown
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Mage of the Old Hand: Your reputation for magic is well earned—never admit what’s magic and what’s an illusion.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Young Turk: You are an activist, a true believer in new technology’s ability to lead Atlassian out of its mire of conservatism and tradition.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Arcane Defender: The Ancient Ways are in danger of being lost — and you will do whatever necessary to preserve them!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Conversation Overheard: Prendergast was talking with someone in his study: something about...
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Illuser): The Sable Finger is emblazoned in the center of the card. You weren’t sure they were still active.
  
  A Sable Finger summons is both honor and terror.
  
  _
  
  *Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.*
  
  *Cardamom Club*  
  *six o’clock*
  
  *If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.*
  
  _
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Eirene): The message is written on crimson marbled paper and folded into an exquisite origami rose.
  
  A summons from the Sable Finger is both honor and a terror.
  
  _
  
  *Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.*
  
  *Cardamom Club*  
  *six o’clock*
  
  *If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.*
  
  _
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: A Rare Opportunity: You have been given the rare opportunity to serve the Sable Finger.
  
  Be warned: this could be life-changing.
  
  *Will you attend?*
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Eirene): The message is written on crimson marbled paper and folded into an exquisite origami rose.
  A summons from the Sable Finger is both honor and a terror.
  
  _
  
  Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.
  
  Cardamom Club
  six o’clock
  
  If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.
  
  _
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Put Your Finger On It: Pin down  the source of your déjà vu at the Cardamom Club.
  
  (This goal may not be possible to meet.)
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Estina): The calligrapher’s immaculate hand is as striking as the paper’s luxurious tooth.
  
  A summons from the Sable Finger is both honor and terror.
  
  _
  
  *Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.*
  
  *Cardamom Club*  
  *six o’clock*
  
  *If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.*
  
  _
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Thomas’ Card: Old Thomas has been tending bar for the wealthiest and most powerful citizens of Atlassian since the Boom.
  
  On the back is written a single word, *FRIEND*.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Prendergast’s Plans: Gain information about Prendergast’s reasons for calling tonight’s gala.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Archibald): This tiny scrap of paper bears a note to Archie on one side, and an invitation (a *mandate*, Archibald realizes) on the other. 
  
  _  
  
  *Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.*
  
  *Cardamom Club*  
  *six o’clock*
  
  *If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.*
  
  _
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Phlogiston, 1 Dose: This fine, silver-colored powder crackles with something like electricity.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Illuser): The Sable Finger is emblazoned in the center of the card. You weren’t sure they were still active.
  A Sable Finger summons is both honor and terror.
  _
  
  *Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.*
  
  *Cardamom Club
  six o’clock*
  
  *If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.*
  
  _
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Your Reputation Proceeds You: Rise above the rank and file; establish a name for yourself as a Utility Wizard
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Party Invitation: A gilt invitation to tonight’s party, impressed with the seal of Prendergast himself: rather a royal thank you for your work on the grounds today.
  
  The party begins at 8pm.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mysterious Invitation (Eirene): The message is written on crimson marbled paper and folded into an exquisite origami rose.
  A summons from the Sable Finger is both honor and a terror.
  
  _
  
  Your service is requested by the Sable Finger.
  
  Cardamom Club
  six o’clock
  
  If you are uninterested, it would be better for you not to attend.
  
  _
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Find Your Place at the Table: You were invited.
  
  You chose to attend.
  
  Now, if it please you, have a seat.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Lay o’ the Land: Cardamom Club? Check. Now: Observe, strike conversation, intuit, or otherwise ascertain your next steps.
  
  It’s :20 ’till.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Inventor: You can turn spare parts into useful tools. Some inventors infuse their gadgets with magic.
  
  *You have a knack for creating new gadgets to help you in just about any situation.*
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Cardamom Club: One of the few joints in Atlassian where Old Money yet mingles freely with the New.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Politico: You are uniquely aware of the political landscape in Atlassian, and can navigate those seas with aplomb.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Atlassian Druid: The antagonism pains you, almost physically. Is it not obvious that magic and science can be used together for the good of the people?
  
  *You somehow draw magical energy from machinery.*
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Sable: You were drafted by the Sable Finger once, many years ago, and have a unique insight into their methodology and will.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Devout: You fundamentally mistrust the science of things, which causes you sometimes to be short-sighted.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Hardened Logician: You view magic as completely untrue or irrelevant, when it is in fact neither.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Irrefutable Truth: Damage the reputation of the Old Hands, or impress the people with the power of gleaming science!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Unmask the Beast: Damage the reputation of the Silver Arc, or impress the people with a show of magnificent (or terrible!) magic.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Social Climber: Increase your reputation through a winning conversation with the right person.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: X-Ray Vision: Perceive the true motives of any of Atlassian’s power family.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Apprentice: Increase your skill by finding an expert willing to take you on as an apprentice.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Crafty: Craft an object of notable power — use science, magic, or both.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Stealth: Sometimes it is good to be noticed, and sometimes not. You have perfected the art of knowing the appropriate moment for each.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Brawler: There’s not so much fighting in polite society these days... But you’ve just never been much for politeness, have you?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Decorated: You served in the Guard, back when it meant something. You have military training, and some access to arms.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Magnate: Your resourcefulness and business sense have granted you the keys to industry.
  
  *You have high connections in the city, but must guard your reputation.*
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Dilettante: Your notable inheritance has lent you a carefree life in pursuit of your whimsies.
  
  *Your wealth opens many doors for you, but people may distrust or try to take advantage of you.*
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Grifter: You maintain the guise of an upstanding citizen, even as you profit disproportionately from Atlassian’s prosperity.
  
  *You are charming and sneaky.*
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mutant: Through what arcane or scientific calamity you arrived in your present form is a mystery.
  
  *You have unique power — but finding true friends is hard.*
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Utility Wizard: You use minor spells and cantrips to maintain that magic which powers the various machines on which this city runs.
  
  *You have basic but not-insignificant magical power.*
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mechanic: You use mechanical knowledge to maintain the various machines on which this city runs.
  
  *Machines perform remarkably well for you.*
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Main Promenade, Argent Moderne: Elegant cast-bronze storks line the promenade, casting arcs of silvered water into pools below.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: First Impressions: Enhance the fountains along the promenade to provide “a fitting welcome” for tonight’s illustrious guests.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Gardener: This man appears to be a gardener. Whether an important man or just a hired hand like yourself, you are unsure.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Prendergast’s Plans: Gain information about Prendergast’s reasons for calling tonight’s gala.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Eavesdropping: Listen in on Prendergast’s hushed conversation in the Master Bedroom.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Merchant: You are one of the many shop owners, tradespersons, crafters, and merchants enjoying Atlassian’s current prosperity. *You are as skilled in your trade or craft as you are in business.*
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Party Invitation (copy): A gilt invitation to tonight’s party, impressed with the seal of Prendergast himself: rather a royal thank you for your work on the grounds today.
  
  The party begins at 8pm.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Cardamom Club Doorman: His tuxedo is immaculate - but you sense that he would not hesitate to get it dirty if the situation called.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Laurenti Park: The crown jewel of Atlassian, and the first public space to be restored after the Great Recovery was initiated and the city’s fortunes began to rise.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Unknown Alleyway: I could tell you more about this Place — but it wouldn’t go well for you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Eirene’s Garden: Plants, animals, and kinetic sculptures, living together — and sometimes hard to tell which is which.
  
  A peaceful sanctuary, a monument to Life.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Various Locations Across tlassian: It is not your physical ocation that binds you together at this moment.
  
  *It is your fate.*
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: A Fork in the Path: It is said that drafting with the Sable Finger is a point of no return. It is also said that few would choose to.
  
  Take a look at the comforts of the life you live. Are you willing to trade it all?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Dilettante: Your notable inheritance has lent you a carefree life in pursuit of your whimsies. Commonly overlooked as just another pretty girl in a dress, no one expects you to have read so much or listened to so many people.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Utility Wizard: You use minor spells and cantrips to maintain that magic which powers the various machines on which this city runs. You have basic but not-insignificant magical power.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Stealth: Sometimes it is good to be noticed, and sometimes not. You have perfected the art of knowing the appropriate moment for each.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Atlassian Druid: The antagonism pains you, almost physically.
  
  Is it not obvious that magic and science can be used together for the good of the people?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Utility Wizard: You use minor spells and cantrips to maintain that magic which powers the various machines on which this city runs. You have basic but not-insignificant magical power.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Politeness: You have the manners appropriate to a well-born person and behave as such. You display common courtesies to those around you and are generally well-liked