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conversations.value: It's Santa Monica, 1987. The Giants are Super Bowl champions, everybody wants to be Robocop and Super Mario Bros is everywhere you look.
  
  But who cares about that, didn't you hear about the Laser Tag National Tournament?!
  
  The Star Cruiser Arcade in Santa Monica is holding the 1st annual Laser Tag National Tournament in its legendary arena, known locally as "The Pit". (Semi-national anyways, it's mostly a publicity stunt.) Teams of 4 will compete for the grand prize of $50,000! (And of course, a trip to Space Camp) Ever since hearing the news, David Wilson has been marshalling his friends in an effort to be the best of the best and take home the glory of being the first official "Laser Warriors". 
  
  For Dave though, it's much more personal. Ever since his dad lost his job the bills have been piling up. The banks are getting tired of waiting and they're ready to foreclose and kick Dave and his family out of the only home he's ever known. In a last ditch effort, Dave and his friends have entered the tournament to try to win the prize money and save his family from ruin. To their credit they've done a pretty good job too. They've sailed through all their preliminary matches and even managed to make it into the Semi-Finals. However, there's a problem..
  
  Johnny Chin, local rich kid and all around spoiled brat, has his sights set on the prize money as well. He's not the greatest player around, but the Morelli kids he's hired to be his team-mates are. Generally a family of bullies, brats and all around jerk wads, the Morellis will do anything.. ANYTHING to win. 
  
  With the tournament in its Semi-Final stages, tensions are high. As one of Dave's friends, do you have what it takes to win? Can you help defeat the Morellis and save the Wilson family from certain eviction? Or will David become just another friend you "used" to know...
  
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  A note from the narrator.. 
  
  Laser Warriors was designed to be a fun, 80s trope adventure, borrowing elements from movies such as The Goonies and The Wizard. With all the space pirate adventures, gothic horror and superhero stories out there, I felt like a good ol' fashioned fun 80s style kid adventure was missing from the mix.
  
  This is a clone of an adventure I'm currently running, and the plot is mostly hashed out. I plan to be fairly active, and to play out quick NPC dialogue often. The main character is Dave, who is an NPC supported by the players. I'm looking for players who are ok with this and who would be dedicated to 2 - 3 scenes a week. If you don't think you can keep up with this schedule, please don't apply. Keep in mind when submitting a character for Laser Warriors that this is set in 1987. Plan accordingly. That means dust off the old lingo like "grody", "tubular" and "radical", but don't go overkill on it. Remember, this is the era of the brick phone, original Nintendo and Michael Jackson. Feel free to run with the period's pop culture, and embrace it. Most importantly, have fun. That's what we're all here for.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Beatdown: It looks like Jimmy’s paid off Chet and his goons to work Eddie over. This could get ugly.    
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Laser blast: You've got a limited number of shot. Make them count!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Allowance: It's not much, but it'll get you what you need... maybe.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Walkman: Portable music? Totally!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: The Beatdown: It looks like Jimmy’s paid off Chet and his goons to work Eddie over. This could get ugly.    
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Recharge Station: There are 2 recharge stations in The Pit. They are randomly placed before each match. Can you find one?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Danny's Bet: Danny places a bet with one on the Greyskull Warriors on the outcome of the match.    
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Santa Monica Boardwalk: The boardwalk is alive tonight, like every night, with the sounds of ametuer musicians, carnival games and laughter. Rows and rows of food vendors and souvenir stands line the eastern side, leaving the western side open to a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean. To the south is the newly finished carnival section.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Santa Monica High School: The main and largest high school in the area, Santa Monica High’s student body ranges from the poorest of families to the upper class who feel their students deserve some “good ol' public school experiences.”
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Rachel Morelli: The middle child of the Morelli kids, Rachel is full of attitude and angst. She's Jr Captain of the school cheerleading squad and would rather give you the finger than the time of day.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Jimmy Chin: A son of privilege, Jimmy's family spares no expense when it comes to their son's happiness. This has lead him to recruit the Morellis to back him up in the National Laser Tag tournament, in hopes of winning both the prize money and his parent's praise.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Vince Morelli: Vince has always been a cocky prick. He's captain of the high school football team, and loves nothing better than nerd thrashing.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Jake Morelli: What Vince's younger brother lacks in age he makes up for in attitude. He rides Vince's legacy like it's his own, and is quick to put a nerd in their place.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Flatwoods: Flatwoods is a small wooded area just outside of town frequented by paintball and laser tag enthusiasts alike. It's natural setting provides a great place for those seeking to sharpen their skills.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Morelli Family Home: The Morelli household looks pretty run down. The grass looks like it's seen better days, as does the dead tree out front. The whole place gives off a strong "let's get out of here" vibe.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Morelli's Basement: The basement of the Morelli's house looks like something out of an old horror movie: empty, dark, moldy.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Star Cruiser Arcade: The corner of 2nd Street and Montana Avenue is home to Santa Montica's premier video game arcade, "Star Cruiser". Once you get past the discount pizzas, robot animatronics and rows of video games, all that's left is the crown jewel of Star Cruiser.. "The Pit". 
  
  The Pit is the largest Laser Tag arena in southern California, perhaps even the entire USA. And this year it's home to the 1st annual Laser Tag National Tournament!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The Pit: With secret passages at every turn, "The Pit" is a maze like no other. Constantly changing before every match, nobody ever knows the exact layout until they step inside the arena.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Wilson Family Home: This home has been in the Wilson family for generations. It's too bad the bank is about to foreclose on it..
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Chet Farcus: You can barely hear his condescending voice of the sound of his grody sneer. Farcus is good, but he's cocky. Best to play on that weakness and exploit him.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Nerd: Why doesn't EVERYBODY loves computers? You try to express your love of pop culture to others, but somehow they just don't get it. Maybe someday..
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: David Wilson: Dave is the protagonist of the story, the all American boy. He likes Nintendo, Star Wars, G.I. Joe, and he LOVES Laser Tag. He recently heard about the tournament, and he's been working hard with his friends to qualify for it, in hopes of winning the prize money to help his family avoid bankruptcy and losing the only home he's ever known.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Greyskull Warrior #1: One of Chet's flunkies. He uses them like redshirts to try to outflank his opponents. If you see him watch your back.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Greyskull Warrior #2: One of Chet's flunkies. He uses them like redshirts to try to outflank his opponents. If you see her watch your back.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Greyskull Warrior #3: One of Chet's flunkies. He uses them like redshirts to try to outflank his opponents. If you see him watch your back.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Johnny Chin: A son of privilege, Johnny's family spares no expense when it comes to their son's happiness. This has lead him to recruit the Morellis to back him up in the National Laser Tag tournament, in hopes of winning both the prize money and his parent's praise.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Lucas Star: Lucas is the owner and proprietor of Star Cruiser Arcade, and makes a genuine effort to befriend all those who patronize his establishment.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Alpha Squad Finals Match: This is it, it's your team versus Jimmy Chin and the Morellis. Winner takes all.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Alpha Squad pick-up match: Jimmy Chin, Rachel and Jake Morelli have challenged you to a "friendly" pre-finals match.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Convince Lucas: You're in violation of official tournament entry regulations. Lucas looks like he wants to be flexible, but he's in a tight spot. Convince him you, him AND the arcade need this.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Distract and/or Subdue Vince: You'll never get out of here as long as Vince is in the way. Figure out how to get past him.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Don't back down: Jimmy and his Alpha Squad are trying to shake you down. Are you going to take it?
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Get Registered: You've got to find the event staff and get registered, time is running out!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Get to the match!: Where is everybody, the Semi-Final match is about to start!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Greyskull Warriors: They've blasted their way into the Semi-Finals, and now The Greyskull Warriors are ready to destroy you.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Investigate the Morelli Home: You're sure the Morellis are behind your missing gear, you just need proof. Find a way inside and see what you can find.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Stolen Gear: Somebody stole all our Laser Tag gear! There's footprints outside David's window. What could have happened to all our stuff?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: The match starts in 30 minutes!: The finals are starting soon, you've got to make it to Star Cruiser before you get disqualified!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Cheerleader: You're a member of the school cheerleading squad and generally liked by others. Still, you try not to let it go to your head, and keep an interest in the things you like, not what society says you should like.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Jock: Sports is your life, and you're pretty good at it. This has earned you respect from those around you, whether you were looking for it or not. Go team!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Outcast: You and society don't mix well. You have a few close friends, but as for the rest of the world.. who cares?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Prep: You come from an upper or upper middle class family. They've instilled in you a desire for things in life of a certain quality, and as a result you don't relate well to those around you of a lower station.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Rapper: Mainstream music really isn't your scene. You're more into REAL artists like Run D.M.C., LL Cool J and The Fat Boys. Someday the rest of society will come around. Until then, you'll practice your skills with pride.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Skater: School, chores, life in general can take a seat while you grind a gnarly pipe or scope out some bitchin' abandoned pools with your buds. Dogtown or bust!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Surfer Dude: Life's too short for worries, brah. Let's go scope some killer waves!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Valley Girl: Like, Ohmagawd! Aren't these shoes totally rad?! My folks think they're too much, but like, whatever! What am I supposed to wear, Puma? Gag me with a spoon, fer sure!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Arcade Wizard: Your skills at the arcade are unmatched. You've even began to make a name for yourself in the local game halls. This doesn't always translate to real world victories, but hey! Pac-man!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Born and Raised: This is your home turf, and nobody knows it better than you. You're young, but you've kept your eyes open and you know a lot about this area, its secrets and who to go to when you're in a jam.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Brilliant Tactician: You see the invisible lines of force in play in the struggle for power in everyday life.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Fast: You can't hit what you can't catch, and you don't get caught very often.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Hand-Eye Coordination: You've played a lot of video games. I mean.. a LOT. (Or surfed, or skated, or whatever) As a result, you've developed some serious skills, both in and out of game.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Intelligence: Who needs brawn when you've got brains. Work smarter, not harder. That's your motto. Maybe you don't do as much work as the others, but that's ok. It's because you got it right the FIRST time.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Intimidating presence: Whether it's your size, reputation or just your presence in general, something about you makes other people nervous.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Pop Culture: You've got your finger on the pulse of what's hot and what's not. Madonna bracelets? Pfft, that's so 1985. Slap bracelets are the future, man.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Popular: Life is so... bitchin'. Everybody loves you, and those dweebs that don't? Who cares. It's not like they matter, am I right?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Self Confidence: Obstacles will come and go, but if you believe in yourself there's nothing you can't achieve.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Strong: You've put time into developing your body, and this has resulted in some pretty bodacious muscles. Bullies think twice before going after YOUR lunch money.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: You have a car: That's it. That's your strength. But hey, don't sweat it. Even though you only have a permit, you're way ahead of the game on those chumps with bikes.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Apathetic: That thing all your friends like? Yeah.. it's stupid.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Asthmatic: Asthma has plagued you since you were little, and it shows no signs of easing up now. But it's ok. With your trusty inhaler, you're ready to take on the world.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Boy/Girl Crazy: You can't seem to keep your suave moves in check, and it comes at some of the worst times. Focus up, now's not the time for all that. Take them to the food court LATER!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Clumsy: Your mind moves 2 steps ahead of your body, and the results are often disastrous. Try to watch where you're going.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Ditzy: It can really be painful to hear you speak. Too bad you love it soo much!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Husky: You wish you were like the other kids. You try to lose weight, but it never seems to work out. You're a little slower than the others and tire easily.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Low Self Esteem: Other people tell you how great you are, but you just don't see it. You act out and do the wrong things, and you know it's wrong, but you don't seem to care. Why should you?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: New Kid In Town: There's nothing really WRONG with you, you're just new to the area. You haven't had enough time to really form strong bonds with anybody yet.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Short temper: You've got a big mouth, a short fuse and a mean right cross. Things would be so much easier if everybody realized you were always right, so you find the need to constantly remind them.. loudly..
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Socially Awkward: Some people are social butterflies. You're still stuck in the caterpillar phase.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Weakling: 1 Pull up? That gym teacher's a masochist! Besides, who needs muscles. They're so overrated.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Ask them out!: You've got your eye on somebody, but sometimes you don't think they even know you exist. Get their attention, make your move!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Become a Thundercat: Shut up Jimmy, Thundercats are too real!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Become more fashionable: Seriously mom, we LIVE in California. How do I not have a rad pair of L.A. Gears yet?!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Complete your Garbage Pail Kids Collection: Baseball cards? Pfft! These things will be worth serious money someday. Only a few more left.. can you find them and complete the set?
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Get noticed: There's something in life that distracts your every waking moment.. a lack of acknowledgement. Whether it's your talents, a girl/boy or even parents, something is missing. It's time to fix that.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Go to a Rock Concert: Dude, check it out! That band you love, they're playing at the Metro Dome. Wish I had tickets..
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Inventor: You've go so many great ideas it's insane! You just need to get them to the right people, and then the world will see just how smart you really are.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Laser Master: Some people "play" Laser Tag. You LIVE it. And someday, when it become a professional league, you hope to become the #1 draft pick. Oh.. it will happen. Because lasers.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Make Varsity: JV sports is cool and all, but the real action is in varsity. Someday, somehow, you'll make it. Then come the girls.. the fame.. and that gnarly letterman jacket.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Meet an arcade legend: It's Santa Monica, 1987. The arcades are crawling with kids who consider themselves "Masters". Some have even managed to make it into local newspapers. If only you could meet one...
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Overcome the school bully: You've been pushed around and made fun of as long as you can remember by one person in particular. But you're tired of running. It's time to show him/her who REALLY rules the school!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Save the princess!: There's a game lately that's really got its claws in you. You just won't be able to focus on anything else until you beat it.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Aqua Net: You need to look good no matter what you're doing. What better way than Aqua Net.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Bicycle: It's your trusty bike. It might not look like much, but it'll get you where you need to go.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Garbage Pail Kids: Someday these things will be worth something, you just KNOW it!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Laser Tag Gear: Your trusty blaster at your side, you're ready to go!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Mad Balls: You always keep one of these on you, because you never know...
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Mad Magazine: It's the September '87 issue of Mad Magazine. $1.35, CHEAP!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Maniac Mansion: This state-of-the-art computer game is the hottest thing going!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: My Little Pony: Ohmagawd, ponies!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Nunchucks: You're no Bruce Lee, but it's better than nothing. Just try not to hurt yourself.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Old Screwdriver: It's an old screwdriver, nothing fancy.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Tab Soda: Some people say it tastes funny, but hey, you love it. It'll be around for years!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Walkie talkies: Fisher Price made these. They're not the greatest in the world, but they'll do.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Easily Distracted: Some psychologist said you have ADD or ADHD or ABC or NBC. Your mom says you’re just too bright for school. Whatever it is, you sometimes have trouble focusing on…ooh, kitty! 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Emily Bergson: Jessica doesn't have a lot of friends at school. She counts Emily as one of them. She's shy and a little awkward, but she has a good heart.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Track and Field Practice: Danny has a scheduling conflict tomorrow. Vince made sure the coach was aware of it, and where Danny would be.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: What a Jerk!: You're not the best at communicating with others, and tend to talk down to people.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Get a Scholarship: You want out of this town, and your legs are going to carry you!
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Fashionably late: He may be late to the party, but at least he's here and you can count on that!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bully: Danny can be a jerk, but he doesn't make empty threats. 
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Distracted: We've been talking too much, Danny got distracted.
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Spacial Cognition: Your mind can process and recall information dealing with your environment and the space around you.
conversations.from: human
conversations.value: Faulty Diplomacy: For some reason or another, you end up saying the wrong thing and it just doesn't work out. Better luck next time!
conversations.from: gpt
conversations.value: Bad Timing: Says the right things at the wrong time leading to ill effects.