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Tiruin

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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #240 on: February 25, 2017, 07:16:29 pm »

Just for reference, you don't literally have to answer every suggestion prompt, or feel limited to answering them. They're just a way of framing the situation, and poking you about what to do about it.
Hmm, this gave me an idea. I do believe the roboot is pretty much the analytical type.

We ended our last saying with a declarative without following it up on its purpose :P (because post-shock, how would it know we 'own' this when we're all being x_x; on the floor?)
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Unfortunately, I'm gonna need that back. Okay?
State the purpose; you're trying to find a way out. "If you can help..." it'd be nice.
Also ask if it has a name or manufacturing type/call name.
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #241 on: February 25, 2017, 07:47:02 pm »

For updates, something like tuesday/friday or monday/thursday would be better' gives you more than just a day between updates.

anywho, let's try to make friends! Approach non-threateningly and pet the little 'bot

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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #242 on: February 25, 2017, 08:22:57 pm »

anywho, let's try to make friends! Approach non-threateningly and pet the little 'bot
+1, also +1 to update schedules--it'll come anyway and you mention when it won't :P
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #243 on: February 26, 2017, 12:35:43 am »

If you think you can do a schedule, then by all means do it, but please, please, do not hesitate to drop it instantly if it gives you stress or anxiety or guilt for falling off it. When I've done forum gamey things on a schedule (public or not,) those feelings usually show up at some point and usually wind up killing the game, and I'd much rather you just say that the schedule doesn't work and nix it instead of going through that.
« Last Edit: February 26, 2017, 12:43:15 am by monk12 »
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #244 on: February 26, 2017, 12:39:04 am »

If you think you can do a schedule, then by all means do it, but please, please, do not hesitate to drop it instantly if it gives you stress or anxiety or guilt for falling off it. When I've done forum gamey things on a schedule (public or not,) those feelings usually show up at some point and usually wind up killing the gmae, and I'd much rather you just say that the schedule doesn't work and nix it instead of going through that.
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #245 on: March 03, 2017, 12:47:24 pm »


>Talk to robot
> "Can you understand me?"
Ask for help about this place. Basic information query.



The Robot stands, looking at you inquisitively. Almost like they expect something.

You decide to try talking some more. Maybe you can come to some kind of understanding?
They might be able to answer some questions, or share information about this place, too.



So hey. Can you understand what I'm saying?

If you can't talk back, just blink once for yes,
and twice for no, or something.


Your screen just showed a thumbs-up for a second.

Does that mean Yes?


So, you're sorta talking in pictures, I guess.
This isn't what I expected, but it's cool.

Can you do other pictures?


...

Was that a joke?


Huh.

How about some more complex questions, then.
Where are we? What is this place?


I didn't follow all of that.
Judging by that Pickaxe, though...

You're saying this is some kind of mine?



After your question, another Thumbs-Up displays briefly on the Robot's screen.
Shortly afterward, it returns to the familiar and expectant-looking red eye.

When you think of stories about robots, this isn't what you'd typically expect.
They're more like "BEEP BOOP, I AM A SOCIALLY-AWKWARD CALCULATOR."
This one seem to understand you well, though. And they even have a sense of humor?

Getting your replies as a series of Emoji is kinda weird too, but it works.



Anyway, this Cave is apparently a Mine. That might explain the construction and such?
It also seems to be abandoned. You've seen no signs of recent activity.
If that's true, though, it's strange that there'd still be electrical power in here.

You wonder what anyone would be mining for in this place. Metal? Gems? Oil?
Without any Geology Skill, there's no way for you to make a solid guess.
All you can see is a bunch of smooth, grainy rock. Probably Sandstone or something.

The nature of the Cave reminds you of a more pressing question, though.

Just why the heck did you wake up in a Derelict Mine, anyway?
Part of you hopes that exploring deeper will yield some kind of clue.


"If you can help..." it'd be nice.
The thing's curious, so maybe a little information would help appease it.


Anyway, I'm trying to find my way through this Mine.
Since you know this place, I'd appreciate your help.

Could you help me out, here?


Yes and No. I'm guessing that means Maybe?

In that case, let me explain something.
That blue tube you're playing with? It's a Flashlight.
I see you already noticed that it makes light.
The thing is, I need that light to see in the dark.

That's why I need it back. Okay?



The Robot pauses for a moment, as if considering your request.
Then, their display flashes a sequence of symbols you haven't seen yet.







Once finished, the Robot's display returns to a single eye.
They seem to be looking at you curiously, as if judging your next move.

You take a moment to think about their reply, and decide what to do next.




Spoiler: GM NOTES: (click to show/hide)

Spoiler: CHARACTER STATUS: HANA (click to show/hide)


« Last Edit: March 09, 2017, 12:09:30 am by Solifuge »
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #246 on: March 03, 2017, 01:12:34 pm »

Try to see if it would take a song in exchange. You don't have much else.

Otherwise, if you really don't thave anything, maybe it can follow you around and point it at things?

ADOPT THE ROBOT.
« Last Edit: March 03, 2017, 01:19:17 pm by Dermonster »
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #247 on: March 03, 2017, 01:18:08 pm »

Give it our spare bag. Everything else is too important!
Once we have flashlight, find the way outside. It will be good to see the sun again! Or at the least the moon, hopefully.
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #248 on: March 03, 2017, 01:18:49 pm »

Ask what it might take.

But yes, adopt robot!  Is cute!
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #249 on: March 03, 2017, 01:51:11 pm »

Ask what it might take.

But yes, adopt robot!  Is cute!

It probably already has an owner. Wonder who it could be. After exchange, ask about it's owner. If it doesn't understand, rephrase it as "master" or "boss".
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #250 on: March 03, 2017, 06:01:22 pm »

Ask what it might take.

But yes, adopt robot!  Is cute!

It probably already has an owner. Wonder who it could be. After exchange, ask about it's owner. If it doesn't understand, rephrase it as "master" or "boss".

Aw man don't say that! That's super racist against robots!

Try to see if it would take a song in exchange. You don't have much else.

Otherwise, if you really don't thave anything, maybe it can follow you around and point it at things?

ADOPT THE ROBOT.


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If it doesn't take the song, perhaps it will take friendship.

Name it Pimblokto and never fail to to treat it with respect.

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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #251 on: March 03, 2017, 08:25:25 pm »

SNIP WHOOPS EARLY POST

CHECK BACK IN LIKE FIFTEEN MINUTES FUCK

EDIT: OKAY SO MORE LIKE GIVE ME AN HOUR. ALSO WHY YOU DO THAT OCEAN.

EDIT EDIT: Not tonight. Shit happened, and then posts. So I'll wait on a proper update, rather than doing mini-conversation ones.
« Last Edit: March 04, 2017, 12:56:50 am by Solifuge »
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #252 on: March 03, 2017, 08:40:48 pm »

SNIP WHOOPS EARLY POST

CHECK BACK IN LIKE FIFTEEN MINUTES FUCK
Quoting, so it isn't lost to time by him/her editing the real post in.
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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #253 on: March 03, 2017, 08:49:54 pm »

Give the robot the stuffed cat. It might find a better use for it than us.

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Re: [ISG] Ashwood Cross
« Reply #254 on: March 03, 2017, 09:25:13 pm »

Give the robot the stuffed cat. It might find a better use for it than us.
+1

Explain that this keeps us safe and happy.

Also request the robot to keep us company until we're out of the mine and even then. (Then inquire if they're bound to this place somehow, like security or tasked with safety or otherwise).

Hug said stuffed cat before showing it for offering? :D
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