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[monk12]

_{When I say fantastic racism, I mean FANTASTIC}

January 18^th, 2288

	"Today's the day! I still can't believe I was the lucky cadet chosen to serve as Human Representative aboard the UAS Hatoful!"
	"But it's strange that nobirdie is here to greet me..."

	"Oh! Hello! Who are you?"
	"I am Captain Taggert MacAdams, the pilot and commander of the UAS Hatoful. Who, may I ask, are you?"

Spoiler: What's all this then? (click to show/hide)

Welcome to Star Crossed, a Poorly Photoshopped Suggestion Game set in the future of the Hatoful Boyfriend universe! If you don't know what Hatoful Boyfriend is, I'll be giving a brief History of the World to catch you up on the setting (minor spoilers, but it's not really important,) but the short version is "it's that dating sim with the pigeons." I heartily recommend this LP as a starting point, and if you like that, I strongly urge you to buy the full game and get the full experience rather than spoiling yourself with the sequel LP. It's like six bucks American, and worth every penny.

Spoiler: A brief History of the World (click to show/hide)

pfffftahahaha backstory. Well, if you want some, here it is.

2068: A new, highly virulent strain of influenza arises, spread around the world by disease-bearing birds. The incredibly deadly and contagious "Sumatran Flu" becomes a global pandemic.

2070: The world's population has dipped from 10.2 billion to 3.06 billion. In desperation, human scientists undertake Operation Carneades, a calculated plan to exterminate the birds transmitting Sumatran Flu via their own superflu.

2071: There is a brief dip in global bird population, but the virus intended to wipe out birdkind evolves. Instead of killing them, it becomes entirely beneficial, causing them to grow greatly in size. The increased brain size leads to sentience, and human-like intelligence. Birdkind clashes violently with the dwindling human population for supremacy of the world.

2075: On July 4^th, Birdkind adopts a Declaration of Independence, officially claiming political sovereignty of the Earth. Thirty years of war with humankind ensues.

2100: The world's human population steadies at 140 million. The remaining humans have now adjusted to Sumatran Flu, but find themselves outnumbered and outgunned by the rapidly industrializing avians. Organized resistance to bird rule crumbles, though pockets of independence persist far into the future. Most humans are forced into the wilderness, leaving the cities of Man to the birds.

2188: The events of Hatoful Boyfriend occur.

2194: Human and Avian society begins to reintegrate, with several birdie nations granting their human populations increased civil rights.

2201: Benjamin Cooper the rock dove becomes the first bird in space.

2229: The first permanent colony is established on the Moon.

2247: Breakthroughs in gravity-controlling technology lead to an explosion in space travel. Major colonies are attempted on Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn; though they are successful, none of them have the potential to rival Earth's habitability.

2285: Brilliant birdie scientist Kenshin Noda unveils the Astral Drive to the world; the first starship engine to allow interstellar travel. Construction begins on the United Avian Starship Hatoful, the first ship to be equipped with the drive. The United Avian Starfleet begins the exhaustive process of procuring the best possible crew for this historic ship.

Spoiler: So, uh, what exactly are we doing here? (click to show/hide)

Your job as players is to navigate the human character through the trials and tribulations of space exploration. Since she lacks any remarkable skills or abilities, the primary mechanic you will use is the careful management of your relationships with the crew. In general, a given scene will give you some options of what to say or who to spend time with (you can always suggest your own actions, of course.) It's a dating sim with the freedom of a suggestion game, basically.

Important Note: The ability to date fictional pigeons is a privilege, not a right. Do not post NSFW suggestions or content. Do not violate the forum guidelines.

Spoiler: Navigation (click to show/hide)

Update 1: Jan 18th, Meet ALL THE PIGEONS
Update 2: Jan 19th, First Astral Jump 0815
Update 3: Going to work with Kalani
Update 4: On the job training
Update 5: Lunch in the Common Room with the Captain
Update 6: Quiet Lunch, 1900 Day 1 briefing
Update 7: Day 1 briefing concludes
Update 8: 1915, Catching up with Sigmund
Update 9: End of Sigmund Interview, Life Support with Mitali
Update 10: Mitali counts beans!
Update 11: Finish in Life Support, back to the Lab!
Update 12: Chatting with Kalani

[Furtuka]

Ptw

[Bdthemag]

What the actual fuck.

[Furtuka]

Hehehehe

Anyways, Ciel Robins

[Empiricist]

((PTW))

[Jembot]

How.... unusual.
PTW

[Harry Baldman]

Oh yeah.

"My name is Gertrude Ermine Stewart, Human Representative aboard this fine vessel, and I am extremely pleased to meet you, Captain. Do you meet all cadets personally, sir?"

[GreatWyrmGold]

How.... unusual.
PTW

Indeed. Let's see where this goes.

I'd post a suggestion, but I have only the vaguest idea of what's going on (birds took over the world, there's interstellar travel, and monk12 is either an employee of the company that made Hatoful Boyfriend or is giving them free advertising).

[monk12]

How.... unusual.
PTW

Indeed. Let's see where this goes.

I'd post a suggestion, but I have only the vaguest idea of what's going on (birds took over the world, there's interstellar travel, and monk12 is either an employee of the company that made Hatoful Boyfriend or is giving them free advertising).

You have succinctly summarized the important bits; knowledge of the original game is unnecessary for play, and I don't expect anyone to act on information not already divulged in this game.

Also less an employee, more a raving fanboy

[bowdown2q]

*sigh* Having heard a good deal about this over AIM and providing a few background pictures, I must see where this goes.

[Sirus]

What the actual fuck.

[IronyOwl]

What the actual fuck.

Anyway, Ciel Robins is a decent start. Definitely want a bird pun in there somewhere.

Maybe...

..."Dove Harmony" is the only thing that comes to mind. Faculties out of order, check back later.

[Furtuka]

Hmmm or if Robins is to obvious, how about Columbi as a last name/

[monk12]

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

Oh yeah.

"My name is Gertrude Ermine Stewart, Human Representative aboard this fine vessel, and I am extremely pleased to meet you, Captain. Do you meet all cadets personally, sir?"

Hehehehe

Anyways, Ciel Robins

What the actual fuck.

Anyway, Ciel Robins is a decent start. Definitely want a bird pun in there somewhere.

Maybe...

..."Dove Harmony" is the only thing that comes to mind. Faculties out of order, check back later.

	"My name is Ciel Robins, Human Representative aboard this fine vessel, and I am extremely pleased to meet you, Captain. Do you meet all cadets personally, sir?"
	"It is my duty as Captain to meet every member of the crew, Cadet Robins. Welcome aboard. Follow me to your quarters."

	"It looks just like home! I almost think I could walk out into that desert."
	"Yes, each cabin is equipped with the latest hologram technology. It's intended to improve morale on deep space expeditions, though of course this mission will just be a brief tour."
	"A brief tour? How long will this mission last, sir?"
	"I will be delivering the mission briefing on the bridge at 1800. Until then, feel free to explore the ship, and get to know your crewmates. We'll be living with one another for the foreseeable future, so try to make friends."
	"Yes sir! I think I'll start in the Engine Room."

"Woah, this place is kinda creepy. Is anybirdie here?"

	"Hello, hello! Please come in!"
	"Hello! I'm Cadet Ciel Robins. I'm the Human Representative on the UAS Hatoful. Who are you?"
	"I, um. Well, I am Noda Kenshin, of course! You can call me Ken if you'd like. I'm the Chief Engineer."
	"Oh, that's right! You're really famous! You invented this type of engine, right?"
	"That is true! It is but one of my many inventions, though. At least this one got me a free trip to outer space!"
	"A free trip, huh? Does that mean you're not actually in the UAS?"
	"No, no. Military life seems so unpleasant to me. No doubt it is important work you do, fighting space pirates and interdicting smugglers and all that, but I prefer to create things, not blow them up."
	"I suppose it's not for everyone. But, I'm surprised they'd let a civilian on a mission like this."
	"Oh, I insisted on coming, and my patrons have some influence in the UAS. The Astral Engine is my greatest achievement, and I couldn't bear to be absent on its debut. Nobody knows it better than me, and if anything goes wrong, I'll be able to build it again, better than new!"
	"Well, that does make me feel better, Ken! I suppose I'd better go check out the Sickbay before our briefing. I'll see you around!"
	"Take care, Ciel!"

"It smells so clean in here! Almost like it has never been dirty, ever."

	"H-hello?"
	"Hi! I'm Ciel Robins. Who are you?"
	"I- my name is Mitali Nehru. I'm the Chief Medical Officer."
	"Chief Medical Officer? Is there more than one doctor on this ship, Ms. Nehru?"
	"N-no. I'm the only- it's just, that's what they call the lead doctor on any ship, even if there's only one."
	"Oh, okay. I thought they might have added a doctor who specializes in human anatomy to the crew."
	"I'm well trained in that regard, Ciel. M-my last tour was in the Kuiper belt, tending the human methane miners."
	"Really? Isn't it dangerous that far out in the Solar System?"
	"Oh, y-yes! Pirates would often raid our supplies, and during the riots things got very... bad..."
	"You were there during the Roosting Riots? That's really impressive! I heard that the miners were killing anyone in a UAS uniform, during the worst of it."
	"Y-yes. Things were very bad. But there were not many doctors who could treat humans out there, s-so I couldn't just leave."
	"I guess I should have expected to be working with heroes when I signed up for this mission."
	"Oh! I'm not- I just did my job. I don't think I was in that much danger, everyone knew I was a good doctor."
	"Nonsense. I know a heroine when I meet one!"
	"I- oh, I, please. Call me Mitali, Ciel."
	"It would be my honor, Mitali! I suppose I should be off to the Lab if I want to meet everyone before the briefing. I hope everyone on this ship is as nice as you, Mitali!"
	"G-goodbye, Ciel."

"Wow, I've never seen equipment this advanced before. I don't even know what half of this stuff does!"

	"Greetings. What is your name, cadet?"
	"I'm Cadet Ciel Robins, sir. I was chosen to be the Human Representative for this mission."
	"Indeed. What errand brings you here, cadet?"
	"Um, nothing, I guess."
	"Then why do you interrupt my work?"
	"Well, I mean, Captain MacAdams said to get familiar with the ship and the crew, since we'll be serving together."
	"Since we'll be serving together, sir."
	"Oh! Yes, sir. Sorry, sir."
	"Very well. If you must get to know me, then I will tell you that I am the first mate on the UAS Hatoful, I am the second of the three qualified pilots on this ship, and my primary responsibilities are the collection and interpretation of the ship's sensor data, the maintenance of the ship's computer systems, and the performance of any necessary experiments. Such as the one I am currently executing. Is that an adequate summation, cadet?"
	"Yes, sir! With your permission, I'll go find the last crew member, sir. ((Hopefully he'll be a bit nicer than you.))"
	"Permission granted. I believe you'll find Kalani Young in the common area."

	"What a comfortable room! I hope I don't go soft from all the creature comforts this ship has!"
	"But I didn't see anyone in here when we passed through on the way to my room..."

	"Well, I have been here every time you've passed through."
	"Oh! I'm sorry... are you Mr. Young?"
	"Kalani, please. I'm no puffed-up pigeon."
	"I'm pleased to meet you, Kalani! My name is Ciel Robins."
	"The pleasure is mine. So tell me, C, how did you not see me sitting here?"
	"I, uh... I'm sorry, but I thought you were a pillow! You're so fuzzy!"
	"Ha! Well, I suppose I'm not much more useful than a pillow, until we leave Sol. I'm the ship's Exobiologist."
	"Exobiologist? What's that?"
	"It means I'm in charge of determining whether an alien planet could support life, particularly whether it could support a colony of us Earthlings. I'm trained in the fields of physics, chemistry, astronomy, biology, molecular biology, ecology, planetary science, geography, and geology."
	"Wow! That's quite the list!"
	"Well, they'd hardly send me on this mission if I really was a pillow. Some of the best minds in the UAS are on this ship. So tell me, what do you do?"
	"Oh! I'm the Human Representative."
	"Why do you accept that label?"
	"What?"
	"Human Representative. It demeans you. It implies that the only reason you're on this ship is because you happen to be a human, and humans are a vocal minority who demanded your presence. I don't believe that's true. So tell me, what do you do? Why are you here?"
	"I... am not sure."
	*ding!* "This is the Captain speaking. All hands, report to the bridge for Mission Briefing. All hands, to the bridge for Mission Briefing."

	"At ease, crew. Many of you already know our mission, but I'll go over it in full. At 0800 tomorrow morning, the UAS Hatoful will make its first Astral Jump. This ship, and we, her crew, will be the first to visit another star system. Mr. Noda, would you like to briefly explain the mechanism of our travel?"
	"Briefly? Um. Well, essentially what the Astral Drive will do is instantaneously create a singularity larger than the ship, essentially popping us outside of normal space into what I like to call Astral Space. From there, the ship reverses the process to return us to normal space. Because of the way Astral Space interacts with normal space, it can return us to any coordinates we desire."
	"That is a gross oversimplification of the process. What will actually happen is-"
	"That will do, Mr. Lammert. We don't need to know the science of the Astral Drive, we just need to know that it works. If all goes as planned, we will reenter our universe in orbit around Tau Ceti mere moments after the Drive is engaged. After that, the Drive will need approximately 40 hours to recharge enough to initiate another Jump. During that time we will take sensor readings and gather information, particularly in regards to whether Tau Ceti e is a viable candidate for an interstellar colony. That will be your job, Mr. Young."
	"Yes, I expect I won't be getting much sleep on this cruise, Captain. So many planets, so little time!"
	"Yes, we will all be very busy. Our mission is to make five such Jumps, each time visiting a new near-Earth star system and exploring the limits of the Astral Drive. With luck, we will find several candidates for extra-Solar expansion and return with no problems. For each Jump I will need Mr. Lammert, Mr. Noda, and myself on duty. Mr. Young will not be needed until the sensors have had the chance to collect useful data, and neither Ms. Nehru or Ms. Robins need be on duty. Take your ease wherever you wish for the Jump."
	"Y-yes sir."
	"Uh... sir? What exactly is my duty on this ship?"
	"Your job is to help out around the ship as needed, cadet, and you will perform some basic maintenance activities as well."
	(("Great, I'm the janitor."))
	"Perhaps more importantly, however, you will serve as an adjutant in the department of your choice. This is prestigious field experience, and an excellent career opportunity for you. I trust you will perform your duties faithfully, and learn new skills quickly."
	"Yes sir! Thank you, sir!"
	"That's all for this meeting. Mr. Lammert, Mr. Noda, please remain to discuss the particulars of tomorrows historic Jump. The rest of you are dismissed."

January 19^th, 2288

"Ah, what a good night's sleep! The first Astral Jump will be soon. I wonder where I should go for my first Astral Jump."

You should go to...

A)	The Bridge (Taggart and Sigmund)
B)	The Engine Room (Kenshin)
C)	Sickbay (Mitali)
D)	The Common Room (Kalani)
E)	Other (Please Specify)

Spoiler: Status (click to show/hide)

Inventory:	Standard Issue Jumpsuit, "Ciel Robins" nametag
Trinkets Received:	None
Captain Taggart MacAdams:
Kenshin Noda:	<3
Mitali Nehru:	<3
Sigmund Lammert:
Kalani Young:	<3

Spoiler: Ship Map (click to show/hide)

Spoiler: Diary (click to show/hide)

Jan 18- I met everyone! Yay!

Apologies for the gigantic update. They won't usually be this... imposing. I'm glad I trimmed my list of potential partners down to 5 from the original 7.

And yes, shoutout to bowdown2q who encouraged me (in the sense he said I was insane, which is encouragement enough) and helped me with finding some of these pictures, notably the kiwi and the engine room.

[Furtuka]

Engine Room