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(track: 'MagicShopAudio','stop') (track: 'OfficeAudio', 'loop', true) (track: 'OfficeAudio', 'play') (set: $AntName to "Anthony") (set: $VisitedMeeting to false, $VisitedFrontDesk to false, $VisitedCubicles to false, $Kicked to true) (set: $PuzzleArray to (a: false, false, false, false, false, false)) <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936787189470216222/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You open your eyes. The world around you slowly fades in. It's more tangible than you had imagined. Most people's mindscapes are whispy and hard to pinpoint. But this? [[This is more rigid than anything you have seen in your line of work before.]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">Not completely uncommon, but still unsettling. There's no wind. The world is quiet, and still. If you [[stopped breathing and closed your eyes]], would you even still exist? If you stop existing here, what would that mean for your real world body? [[You should go find his tic->Almost as if they are ready to swallow you whole.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936787189470216222/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Some move robotically, while others move robotically. You can't see anything else. [[You back away->Almost as if they are ready to swallow you whole.]]

(track: 'PaperMovingSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Inside is an office building, or what you assume is one. There's a desk that you assume is the welcome desk. Behind it you can see cubicles and doors. [[Workers mill about carrying about papers and files.]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">You think you can feel the world spinning beneath your feet. [[Open your eyes]] (live: 3s)[(goto: "Stopped exsiting 1")]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936787189470216222/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You take a deep breath, gasping breath, and look around. You still exist. [[You probably shouldn't do that again.->Almost as if they are ready to swallow you whole.]]

(track: 'PaperMovingSFX', 'play')<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">The workers snap back to what they were doing, and the man behind the desk looks up. The smile plastered to his face grows wider. "Oh hello sir! We weren't expecting you today!" he says. Dan, his nametag reads. "Happy as always to see you visit. Sales are up!" He stares at you. He doesn't blink. [["Sales?"]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Of course! Everyone is loving the newest models we have just released." "Right..." In this place $AntName must be the CEO of this company. His office might be a good place to start. [["I think I left something here."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Your notebook right? I think you left it in your office." His arm shoots out, bending at an impossible angle behind him, pointing to the door on far wall. "Of course, how silly of me." You give a short, uncomfortable laugh. He blinks at you for the first time. The smile falters for a second before fixing itself. (live: 10s)[(goto: "Lauging")]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> (set: $tour to false) <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Before you can even say anything, he says, "Surely there must be something?" There's a sense of urgancy in his voice. A look of fear in his eyes, like a dog who's done something wrong. "Anything at all!" [["No, that's alright. I'll just be-"]]

(set: $tour to true) <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">He leads you into the main area. He points to the area of cubicles. "We moved everyone's desk to be right in front of your office. So now you can watch us work! It has increased the officeplace efficency." [[You nod]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"No. Go back to your desk." You walk towards him, indending to pass him. He falls to his knees when yo get close. "Please! //Please,// let me make it up to you!" He grabs at your ankles. "I want- no, //need// to make it up to you!" [[The smile never leaves his face.]]

(track: 'OfficeAudio', 'loop', true) (track: 'HitSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> (set: $Kicked to true)<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">With your free foot you stop on his hands. (after: 1s)[=(t8n: "rumble")+(t8n-time: 700ms)["Get!"] (after: 2s)[=(t8n: "rumble")+(t8n-time: 700ms)["Off!"] (after: 3s)[=(t8n: "rumble")+(t8n-time: 700ms)["Of!"] (after: 4s)[=(t8n: "rumble")+(t8n-time: 700ms)["Me!"] You yell. Each word is another stomp on his hands. He doesn't let go. [[Again]] [[Stop]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You take a deep breath, and push the anger down. That wasn't you. "Get up. We can do the tour." He looks up sharply. "Stop crying." His tears dry instantly as he gets to his feet. "Oh thank you! Thank you!" [["Right this way."->Follow him]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Something in you snaps back to reality. Remorse floods you. What have you done? How could you have-? No. That wasn't you. That was $AntName. You wouldn't have done that. You are in $AntNaeme's head, and you //are// him right now, and you must remember that you are //you.// His emotions cannot take over you like that again. [[You try to applogize->Stopped]]

(track: 'HitSFX', 'play')<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">And again. His fingers must be broken and bruised by this point. He still holds on. [[Again->again3]] [[Stop]]

(track: 'HitSFX', 'play')<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">He grip finally loosens and you rip your leg free. You attempt to catch your breath as you stare down at the crumpled man. As the anger dissipate, remorse quickly fills it's place. What have you done? How could you have-? [[No.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Not knowing what else to do, you leave him there. his voice echos in your ears as you enter the main area of the office. [[There are too many doors->You enter the main area of the office.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"I-I'm sorry, I don't know what came over me." He looks up from his place on the ground. (after: 2.5s)[=(t8n: "flicker")["Sir, why are you appologizing?"] (after: 3s)[=(t8n: "instant")[You shake your head. "Why wouldn't I after I just-"] (after: 5s)[=(t8n: "flicker")["You haven't done NEARLY enough!"] He sits up so he is now on all fours. Head snaps up, eyes trained on you. You see tears starting to form. (after: 7s)[=(t8n: "shudder")+ (transition-time: 400ms)["LET ME MAKE IT UP TO YOU!!! THIS ISN"T ENOUGH OF A PUISHMENT FOR MY BEHAVOUR, WOULDN"T YOU AGREE?"] He bows his head. (after: 8s)[=(t8n: "shudder")+ (transition-time: 400ms)["I'MSORRYI'MSORRYI'MSORRYI'MSORRYI'MSORRYI'MSORRYI'MSORRYI'MSORRY"] His head shakes violently back and forth as he yells. He bangs his hands againt the tile floor. You see tears fall to the floor, as you back away. [[Leave him]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Before you can respond, the smile is back and he pushes on. You pass a few meeting rooms, and only one is in progress. Glancing through the frosted glass, everything is still. You can make out shapes, but not much more. "We added sound proofing and cameras to the meeting rooms. You can only hear and see inside from your office." He stares through the door. [["Any footage is recorded for you to watch later."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Over there we repurosed the bathrooms as silent rooms. Employees are encouraged to use them often, so long as it doesn't effect productivity. Bathrooms are now located in the basement." "What do they do in the silent room?" You ask, [[unsure if you want to hear the answer.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Yes, of course. This way." He leads you to a door. The glass is frosted, so you can't see through, but can just make out shadows moving on the other side. The word president is plastered across it. You try the door. [[It's locked.->Next]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Of course not! Only you know the combination." You closer at the door and notice a combination lock. Six symbols line it. It looks like you have to put them in the correct order. Great. [[You grimce.]]

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<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You go back to the office door. The six code lock stares back, mocking you. [[Try the combination]] [[Go look for more clues->this shouldn't be too bad.]]

(track: 'OpenDoorSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You make your way back to the meeting rooms. You check each one hoping to see some hint or clue to help you open the door. [[The rooms are all empty.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Dan sits staring straight ahead, through the doors. Through you. (if:$Kicked is true)[His hands were were still mangled, unbandaged. Bruises ranged from an ugly yellow to a deep purple.](else: )[He twittled his thumbs.] [["Did I leave anything up here?"]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You see some hunched over computers, while other relay phone calls. All have the same smile plastered on their face. You watch as a woman stands and turns away from from the door you assume to be your office. For a second the plastic look on her face melts away to real emotion. Tired, angry, scared, upset. She flinches as she notices the two of you, and the her face contorts back. [["Good morning, sir!" she chips before scurrying away.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You wave after her and continue into a room with the words "Silent Rooms" written above it. You try not to think what that means and [[continue.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You pass by some meeting rooms, and notice that one is in progress. Glancing through the frosted glass, everything is still. You can make out shapes, but not much more. The plaque on the door reads "Remember! $AntName is watching!" You frown and hope that doesn't mean what you think it does. [[You hurry past.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You finally reach what you assume to be $AntName's office. The door's glass is frosted, so you can't see through, but can just make out shadows moving on the other side. The word president is plastered across it. [[You try the door.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">[[It's locked.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Perfect. The locked door means what you're in the right place. Right through here, you'll probably find the source of $AntName's tic. You closer at the door and notice a combination lock. Six symbols line it. It looks like you have to put them in the correct order. [[Great.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You flag down one of the employee's walking by. "Do you know how I can open this?" They frantically shake their head. "No, I promise! Did someone say I did?" You grimce. "Any hammers in the office I can use?" They laugh uncomfortably. "All weapons were removed in favor of the silent rooms. [[Did Dan not tell you?]]"

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You stiffen. Was dave the man at the front desk? "No." "Oh well, we've remodled a bit since you last visited. He had the silent rooms replace the bathrooms." They point at the rooms across the way. "The silent rooms are the replacement for the..." [[They trail off.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"The...?" You prompt them. Well, you said you hated seeing blood so Dan-" They look at you unsure. Their eyes full of worry about my reaction. "A-anyway, I overheard Dan saying you had left some hint around the office." [["Great."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">The last room you have to check is the meeting in progress room. You try to peakthrough the glass, but the frost doesn't let you gleam much. You can't hear anything either. You take a deep breath and [[enter the room.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">As soon as you do, and eyes snap to you. Unlike those you had met so far, there people weren't smiling. Instead they look more like human mannequins. No expression, stiff joints. One man's head is turned at an impossible angle. [["Hello..."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"I'm looking for a note I may have written to myself. Have you seen anything like that?" [[All their arms shoot to point at the whiteboard.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Thanks. You may contiinue with your, uh, meeting." Their heads snap back to facing each other. Thei arms remain outstreatched. [[You go to where they're pointing.]]

(set: $VisitedMeeting to true)<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">On it, the white board says: They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire? [[You make a note of this->this shouldn't be too bad.]]

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<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">[[Examine the locked door]] (if:$VisitedCubicles is false)[[[Talk to the people at the cubicles]]] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is false)[[[Go to the front desk]]] (if:$VisitedMeeting is false)[[[Enter the meeting room]]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$VisitedMeeting is true and $VisitedFrontDesk is true and $VisitedCubicles is true)[You think you have all the pieces to help you figure out this lock.](else-if: $VisitedMeeting is true or $VisitedFrontDesk is true or $VisitedCubicles is true)[You got some of the clues. Maybe you can guess?] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is true)[Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them] (if:$VisitedMeeting is true)[They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire?] (if:$VisitedCubicles is true)[This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn] The first symbol is: (link: "A sun rise")[(set: 1st of $PuzzleArray to true)(goto: "FirstSymbol")] [[A briefcase->FirstSymbol]] [[Liquid droplets->FirstSymbol]] [[A red octogon->FirstSymbol]] [[A planet->FirstSymbol]] [[Leave blank->FirstSymbol]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$VisitedMeeting is true and $VisitedFrontDesk is true and $VisitedCubicles is true)[You think you have all the pieces to help you figure out this lock.](else-if: $VisitedMeeting is true or $VisitedFrontDesk is true or $VisitedCubicles is true)[You got some of the clues. Maybe you can guess?] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is true)[Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them] (if:$VisitedMeeting is true)[They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire?] (if:$VisitedCubicles is true)[This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn] The second symbol is: [[A sun rise->SecondSymbol]] (link: "A briefcase")[(set: 1st of $PuzzleArray to true)(goto: "SecondSymbol")] [[Liquid droplets->SecondSymbol]] [[A red octogon->SecondSymbol]] [[A planet->SecondSymbol]] [[Leave blank->SecondSymbol]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$VisitedMeeting is true and $VisitedFrontDesk is true and $VisitedCubicles is true)[You think you have all the pieces to help you figure out this lock.](else-if: $VisitedMeeting is true or $VisitedFrontDesk is true or $VisitedCubicles is true)[You got some of the clues. Maybe you can guess?] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is true)[Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them] (if:$VisitedMeeting is true)[They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire?] (if:$VisitedCubicles is true)[This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn] The third symbol is: [[A sun rise->ThirdSymbol]] [[A briefcase->ThirdSymbol]] (link: "Liquid droplets")[(set: 1st of $PuzzleArray to true)(goto: "ThirdSymbol")] [[A red octogon->ThirdSymbol]] [[A planet->ThirdSymbol]] [[Leave blank->ThirdSymbol]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$VisitedMeeting is true and $VisitedFrontDesk is true and $VisitedCubicles is true)[You think you have all the pieces to help you figure out this lock.](else-if: $VisitedMeeting is true or $VisitedFrontDesk is true or $VisitedCubicles is true)[You got some of the clues. Maybe you can guess?] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is true)[Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them] (if:$VisitedMeeting is true)[They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire?] (if:$VisitedCubicles is true)[This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn] The fourth symbol is: [[A sun rise->FourthSymbol]] [[A briefcase->FourthSymbol]] [[Liquid droplets->FourthSymbol]] [[A red octogon->FourthSymbol]] [[A planet->FourthSymbol]] (link: "Leave blank")[(set: 1st of $PuzzleArray to true)(goto: "FourthSymbol")]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$VisitedMeeting is true and $VisitedFrontDesk is true and $VisitedCubicles is true)[You think you have all the pieces to help you figure out this lock.](else-if: $VisitedMeeting is true or $VisitedFrontDesk is true or $VisitedCubicles is true)[You got some of the clues. Maybe you can guess?] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is true)[Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them] (if:$VisitedMeeting is true)[They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire?] (if:$VisitedCubicles is true)[This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn] The fifth symbol is: [[A sun rise->FifthSymbol]] [[A briefcase->FifthSymbol]] [[Liquid droplets->FifthSymbol]] [[A red octogon->FifthSymbol]] [[A planet->FifthSymbol]] (link: "A planet")[(set: 1st of $PuzzleArray to true)(goto: "SixthSymbol")] [[Leave blank->FifthSymbol]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$VisitedMeeting is true and $VisitedFrontDesk is true and $VisitedCubicles is true)[You think you have all the pieces to help you figure out this lock.](else-if: $VisitedMeeting is true or $VisitedFrontDesk is true or $VisitedCubicles is true)[You got some of the clues. Maybe you can guess?] (if:$VisitedFrontDesk is true)[Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them] (if:$VisitedMeeting is true)[They do (colour: red)[nothing] for me Who is to (colour: red)[stop] me if I do what I desire?] (if:$VisitedCubicles is true)[This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn] The sixth symbol is: [[A sun rise->SixthSymbol]] [[A briefcase->SixthSymbol]] [[Liquid droplets->SixthSymbol]] [[A red octogon->SixthSymbol]] (link: "A planet")[(set: 1st of $PuzzleArray to true)(goto: "SixthSymbol")] [[Leave blank->SixthSymbol]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> (if:$PuzzleArray is (a:true,true,true,true,true,true))[(link: "The lock clicks open")[(goto: "The lock clicks open")]] (else: )[You jiggle the lock a bit. It doesn't budge. You must have entered something in wrong. [[Try the combination]] [[Go look for more clues->this shouldn't be too bad.]]]

(track: 'OpenDoorSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">[[You open the door->Nightmare Factory Passage 1]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Jannet, please, I really need to get this done." She mutters, "I don't want to go to the silent room again today." She looks up. The color drains from her face as she realizes [[you aren't Janet.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Oh, sir, hello! I appologize I thought you were Janet." You recognize her as the woman from earlier. The one who's mask slipped. (if:$Kicked is true)[You feel an all too familar anger rising.](else: )[Your chest tightens in anger] (link: "How //dare// she?")[(goto: "How //dare// she?")]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You shake your head. She didn't do anything wrong. You are not $AntName. Rememeber yourself. "Sir..?" [["Have I left any notes for myself around here?"]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">She rummages through a desk and hands you a scrape of paper. On it, it reads: This (colour: red)[world] isn't real, anyway It is //my// turn [["Is that it?"]]

(set: $VisitedCubicles to true)<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(if:$Kicked is true)[You lost yourself again.](else: )[Why did you say that? Was that $AntName?] You need to be more careful. Retain yourself. Just need to get rid of this tic. [[You're so close->this shouldn't be too bad.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">He looks at you. "I was waiting for you to come back." His eyes refocus on you. "There's a message on the answering machine for you. Should I click play?" [[You nod.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">He clicks a button on the phone. You hear $AntName's voice float through. He says: Every (colour: red)[morning] I wake and I go to (colour: red)[work] I (colour: red)[sweat and bleed] for them [[You make a mental note.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Thank you." You turn to leave. "Can I tell you something, sir?" Dan asks. You look back and nod. "I know you're not him,(if:$Kicked is true)[ but you're just like him."](else: )[ but thank you for treating us better."] [["What?"]]

(set: $VisitedFrontDesk to true)<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">He doesn't answer you. (if:$Kicked is true)[You glance at his hands, and say] "I'm sorry." [[You don't know if he was listening.->this shouldn't be too bad.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936787189470216222/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You take in the hard lines and straight edges of the buildings making up the landscape. They surround you, towering over you. [[Almost as if they are ready to swallow you whole.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936787189470216222/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You'll need to find the room or door it hides in. Something that holds some sort of power for $AntName. Or holds power over him. [[Enter the tall building]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">Your lungs start to burn a bit. You know you don't need to breath in this world, but it still feels uncomfortable. [[Open your eyes]] (live: 3s)[(goto: "Stopped exsiting 2")] (after: 1s)[=(animate:?passage's links, "pulse")

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">You no longer feel grounded, but like you're floating. Where are you? [[Open your eyes]] (live: 3s)[(goto: "Stopped exsiting 3")] (after: 1s)[=(animate:?passage's links, "flicker")

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans"> Who are you? You exist. You have to. You think you do? You- [[Open your eyes]] (live: 3s)[(goto: "Open your eyes")] (after: 1s)[=(animate:?passage's links, "rumble")

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936787189470216222/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">There are no people. [[The world is empty.]] The buildings are lifeless outside of the lights found on the tallest one. If you squint, you can almost see the [[shadows of people]] moving behind the tinted windows. [[You have to find his tic and remove it.]]

(track: 'MurmuringSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">As you enter the lobby, it's workers stop moving and turn to look at you. Their faces were wrong, but not in the way you normally expect. Smiles too wide. Empty eyes. [[Give a small wave->Approach Front Desk]] [[Say hello->Approach Front Desk]] [[Approach Front Desk]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> (after: 1s)[=(t8n: "rumble")+(t8n-time: 700ms)["HAHAHAHA!"] (after: 2s)[=(t8n: "rumble")+(t8n-time: 600ms)["THAT IS VERY FUNNY, SIR!"] He tilts his head back and laughs manically. His head snaps back into place, and he gauges your reaction. The expression on your face must not have been what he wanted. His face flashes between confusion and fear, bewore returning to it's default state. "Is there anything else I can do for you, sir?" [["No."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> (set: $tour to false) <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"How about a new tour of the floor?" He stand from his desk. "Things have moved since your last visit!" "No, that's really..." Your words fall on deaf ears and he exits his desk and motions for you to follow him. You will have to be more forcefull if you don't want this tour. [[Follow him]] [[Tell him no]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You see some hunched over computers, while other relay phone calls. All have the same smile plastered on their face. You watch as a woman stands and turns away from from the door you assume to be your office. For a second the plastic look on her face melts away to real emotion. Tired, angry, scared, upset. She flinches as she notices the two of you, and the her face contorts back. "Good morning, sir!" she chips before scurrying away. "I will make a note of it." Your tour guide says. You look at him. He isn't smiling as his eye watch the woman. "She tried to evade you." [[Evade you?]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You nod, and swallow. Just what kind of person is $AntName? He seemed nice enough. You need to find the source of his tic and get out. [[Your guide points at hall across the cubicles.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937134462632865902/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Many differnt things! Some go there instead of going home, some go to repent! Most of the time they go there after doing something wrong, and wait for you to return..." You tune him out. When they have done wrong? Would that woman have to go there? [["I'm want to go to my office."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Oh, did you forget? You always leave the door locked." Perfect. The locked door means what you're in the right place. Right through here, you'll probably find the source of $AntName's tic. [["Do you have the key?"]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Any hammers in the office I can use?" "Very funny sir!" he laughs. "All weapons were removed in favor of the silent rooms. You said you hated the sight of blood!" You stiffen. [[Why would there be blood in this world?]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937143632081866822/IMG_0943.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"I remember you said you left some hints around the office if you ever forgot." "Great." "I'll be back at my desk if you need me!" [["Great."]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Tears start streaming down his eyes. He keeps repeating "please" over and over again. You try to shake him off your leg, but he holds tight. You feel anger rising in your chest. [[Kick him off]] [[Let him give the tour]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">That wasn't you. That was $AntName. You wouldn't have done that. You are in $AntNaeme's head, and you //are// him right now, and you must remember that you are //you.// His emotions cannot take over you like that again. [[You try to applogize]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> (after: 1s)[=(t8n: "flicker")["I should be THANKING you!"] He sits up so he is now on all fours. Head snaps up, eyes trained on you. You see tears starting to form. (after: 2s)[=(t8n: "shudder")+ (transition-time: 400ms)["THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME MAKE IT UP TO YOU!!!"] [[He bows his head.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">(after: 1s)[=(t8n: "shudder")+ (transition-time: 400ms)["THANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOUTHANKYOU"] His head shakes violently back and forth as he yells. You see tears fall to the floor, as you back away. [[Leave him]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936853435951767622/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> “My brain is the key that sets me free.” –Harry Houdini [[Let the journey begin.->Opening Scene Passage 2]]

(track: 'TitleAudio','stop') (track: 'MagicShopAudio', 'loop', true) (track: 'MagicShopAudio', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936484527709241414/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> It’s late on a Thursday night. Darkness has descended on the city, and most businesses and vendors have closed for the day. For you, however, work is just getting started. You glance out through your shop window at the dwindling crowd of market patrons, most of them carrying bags of groceries, novelties, and clothing from nearby shops. A salaryman with a briefcase walks confidently down the sidewalk, passing in front of your shop, and looks in. [[//A customer?!//->Opening Scene Passage 3]]

(track: 'DoorBellSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937179920122142730/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> Sadly, the man just smiles and turns back and continues on his way. You wait for another hour or so, and the streets thin out to the point where it’s mostly only drifters, prostitutes, and hustlers prowling the streets. You worry that today is going to be another poor day for business, when finally, the bell above the door rings as the door swings open to reveal a man in a half-tucked button-up shirt and pants that are a bit too large for him. He is of modest build and [[smells strongly of cologne->Opening Scene Passage 4]].

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937179920122142730/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> He smiles at you and in an enthusiastic and loud voice says, “Hello! I’m looking for a hypnotist. I have a nervous tic that I’ve been trying to get rid of for years. Are you able to help me?” >[["Yes, of course! Please have a seat."->Opening Scene Passage 5-A]] >[["Perhaps. What kind of tic?"->Opening Scene Passage 5-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937179920122142730/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> Excellent! Thank you so much. I have an involuntary tick where I bare my teeth when I’m nervous. It looks as though [[I’m an angry wolf growling->Opening Scene Passage 6]].

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937179920122142730/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> I have an involuntary tick where I bare my teeth when I’m nervous. It looks as though I’m an angry wolf growling. >[["I can help you."->Opening Scene Passage 6]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937179920122142730/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The man takes a seat across the table from you, eagerly awaiting instructions. >[["In order to help you, I must enter into your mind. The art of hypnosis requires me to find the source of the tic so that I can remove it. Is this okay?"->Opening Scene Passage 7]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937081517220442122/watch1.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The man hesitates for a moment, then sighs and replies, “Yes. Anything is worth getting rid of this tic.” With his confirmation, you reach into the storage compartment beneath your desk and pull out your hypnotist’s watch. You show it to your customer. >[["This is a hypnotist’s watch, I’ll use it to draw you into a dream-like state. Then, I’ll use the Eye of Ra to enter into your mind. Then I just have to find the tic and destroy it.” ->Opening Scene Passage 8]]

(track: 'HypnosisSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937081517220442122/watch1.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You dangle the watch in front of the customer’s eyes, and he focuses on it with complete focus. You slowly start to swing the watch back and forth like a pendulum. His eyes follow it intently. You start to speed up the motion, and as you do, his pupils begin to dilate. Magic begins to pulse from the watch as your motion reaches a crescendo, and the customer stares in awe as he enters hypnosis. >[[Pull out the Eye of Ra. ->Opening Scene Passage 10]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936822746824970290/Untitled_Artwork.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> Hypnosis is only one part of the equation. In order to project your consciousness into that of another, you must use the Eye of Ra, an artifact from ancient Egypt imbued with the power of the god Ra. Looking through the eye allows one to enter the soul of another for a time. Are you ready to journey into the soul of another? >[[Look through the Eye of Ra.->Opening Scene Passage 11]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936822746824970290/Untitled_Artwork.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You put the Eye of Ra up to your right eye, and you look through it into the eyes of the strange man in front of you. There is a loud hum and the world starts to spin. Reality seems to melt away as you journey from the material world to the psychic one. [[A new world starts to come into shape around you… ->Start Dream World]]

(track: 'OfficeAudio','stop') (track: 'FactoryAudio', 'loop', true) (track: 'FactoryAudio', 'play') (track: 'WhittingSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937086699647950878/Factory_3.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You enter through the door to find yourself at the end of a long bridge stretching across a rapidly flowing river. At the end of the bridge is a massive factory that towers high into the sky. It’s many smokestacks partially obscure the moon. You can hear the moaning of machinery from inside the factory. Strangely, though, no light comes through any of the factory’s large glass windows. [[//Is anyone inside?//->Nightmare Factory Passage 2]]

(track: 'WhittingSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937086699647950878/Factory_3.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You sense something dark coming from inside the factory. //That must be where the source of the tic resides.// >[[Investigate the factory.->Nightmare Factory Passage 3]]

(track: 'WhittingSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937086699647950878/Factory_3.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The front door of the factory is unlocked. [[You open it and go inside->Nightmare Factory Passage 4]]…

<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The factory is incredibly dark. The moaning of machines grows louder. You should find the light switch. >[[Check the wall across from me.->Nightmare Factory Passage 5-A]] >[[Check the wall to the right of the entrance.->Nightmare Factory Passage 5-B]] >[[Feel around in the darkness and try to find a switch.->Nightmare Factory Passage 5-C]]

<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The wall is composed of rough stone. You feel around for a switch, but cannot find one. >[[Back to the entrance. ->Nightmare Factory Passage 4]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937200273271717938/InsideFactory_2.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You feel a switch that is connected to a metal pole. You flip it, and several large overhead lights slowly buzz to life, casting a dull violet light over the factory. The lights aren’t quite strong enough to make the factory bright, but they offer enough light to allow you to navigate. The first things you notice are the long assembly lines that thunder on autonomously, their wheels spinning and their metal arms creaking and cranking as steel plates press up and down. Conveyor belts carry the product of each machine's labor [[down into large bins->Nightmare Factory Passage 6]].

<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You fumble around in the darkness, and you bump into several metal machines before stubbing your toe on a brick lying on the floor. You throw the brick in aggravation. You can't go on without finding a light. >[[Go back to entrance.->Nightmare Factory Passage 4]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937371814508789820/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> On the conveyor belts, lying in different positions based on how they fell from the production plate, are porcelain dolls. Each doll is complete with dark hair painted on their scalp, black buckle shoes, and a polka dot dress. Most distinctive of all their features, however, are their pitch black eyes. Each doll has round painted black eyes that stare angrily at you. You feel as though the dolls are alive, and that they are merely biding their time, waiting, until you fall asleep, when they will come to life and suffocate the life out of you. >[[Investigate one of the dolls.->Nightmare Factory Passage 7-A]] >[[Continue the investigation.->Nightmare Factory Passage 8]]

(track: 'DollSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937376321154203708/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You touch the doll's face when... ... ... ... SCRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMMMM!!!! >[[DROP THE DOLL!->Nightmare Factory Passage 8]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937356040603832330/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937210818376892467/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You decide to continue looking around, and you examine some of the other machines. Through your inspection, you see several other oddities being produced, including bizarre candle holders shaped like human skulls, with the top of each skull carved out and a large wax candle sitting inside. Another machine is producing rotting apples with insects–from ants to maggots to worms–crawling in and out of small holes [[littered throughout each of them->Nightmare Factory Passage 9]].

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937200846524018708/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You continue your search, making your way down a dark hallway past a cluttered bulletin board with employee notices and company policies and find yourself at a door with a metal mechanism attached to the lock. You also notice an employee time card puncher hanging on the wall and a clock hanging above it. Next to the clock is a sign for employees that reads, “Pay attention to what the clock says! Forgetting will cost you more than your check.” >[[Try the door.->Nightmare Factory Passage 10-A]] >[[Investigate the card puncher and clock.->Nightmare Factory Passage 10-B]]

<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The door is locked. >[[Investigate the card puncher and clock.->Nightmare Factory Passage 10-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> Upon investigating the clock, you are startled to see eyes open on its surface and a mouth open below its hands. It comes to life and speaks to you. “Hello there! Are you late for work? You know how the bosses hate it when you’re late. That’s why it’s great to be me. I’m never late for my job. My mother always said, ‘If you want to succeed in life, you need to be on time.’ That’s why I asked them to wind me up extra tight! Wa’ha!” He’s a talkative one. Keep listening? >[[Yes.->Nightmare Factory Passage 11-A]] >[[No.->Nightmare Factory Passage 11-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> He continues, “You know, it’s rather strange. The power went out an hour ago (I remember the time exactly–wa’hoo’!), and the power seldom goes out around here. Something big must have happened to cause such a black out. Now I’m just itching to get back on track. I get so tired when there’s no power, you know? What brings you here, anyways?” >[["I just came to chat."->Nightmare Factory Passage 12-A]] >[["I’m looking for the source of a tic."->Nightmare Factory Passage 12-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You drift off as the clock continues to meander on. Finally it stops talking, giving you an opportunity to ask a question. >[["May I enter?"->Nightmare Factory Passage 12-C]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> The clock smiles enthusiastically at you. "Would you like me to tell you about my day?" (You don't think that you can handle more conversation with the clock. Better get back to business.) >[["May I enter?"->Nightmare Factory Passage 12-C]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> “Ah! The tick. I remember seeing that. It’s beyond that door to my right.” >[["May I enter?”->Nightmare Factory Passage 12-C]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> “Well hold it right there! Are you off work?” >[["Yes."->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-A]] >[["No."->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> “Prove it. I know what time your shift ends. What time is it right now?" >[["You’re a clock, you should already know what time it is."->Nightmare Factory Passage 14-A]] >[["Time for you to get a watch."->Nightmare Factory Passage 14-A]] >[["3:15."->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-C]] >[["4:15."->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-D]] >[["5:15."->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-C]] >[["15:15."->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-C]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> "Well then get back to work! Come back to see me when your shift is over." >[[Back to work.->Nightmare Factory Passage 8]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> "Have you ever considered a career in comedy? You're a funny one. I won't be letting you through the door unless you can answer my question. >[[Back to question.->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-A]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> "That's wrong! When you figure out the time, come back and talk to me." >[[Try again.->Nightmare Factory Passage 13-A]] >[[Continue search.->Nightmare Factory Passage 6]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937203858625667132/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> “That’s correct! According to my records, you have finished your shift, so you may enter. Have a nice day!” The door clicks open, and the clock closes its eyes, as if going to sleep. >[[Enter the door.->Nightmare Factory Passage 14]]

<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You enter the door to find yourself in a long hallway littered with mops, brooms, traffic cones, and other assorted debris. The floor is caked with dirt and grime, suggesting that it hasn’t been cleaned in years. The room is also filled with a rotting stench so putrid that you cannot help but hold your nose as you walk through it. At the end of the hallway is a blue door with the words, “Employee Lounge” written on a plaque next to it. >[[Enter the door.->Nightmare Factory Passage 15]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937187514941313134/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You enter the door to find the most disturbing monstrosity that you have ever seen. Standing in front of you is what appears to be a giant tick, though it is wearing a human hat, suggesting that it was at one time human. Two conflicting instincts--one to run and the other to wretch--each take hold of you as you look at the monster's spindly legs and fat torso. [[It's inhuman eyes stare at you with hatred->Nightmare Factory Passage 16]].

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937187514941313134/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> Before you can move or speak, the tick speaks in a horrifying voice that sounds part human and part screeching insect. "What are you doing here?!" it screeches at you. >[["I was looking for a tic."->Nightmare Factory Passage 17-A]] >[["I came here to defeat you!"->Nightmare Factory Passage 18-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937187514941313134/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> "Well, you found a tick. Been one for my whole life. I'm the manager of this factory." He sounds smug when he says this. "No one is allowed to leave this factory. It's either work or die. Which do you choose?" >[["Work."->Nightmare Factory Passage 18-A]] >[["Fight."->Nightmare Factory Passage 18-B]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937187514941313134/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> "Are you sure about this? You will work here until you die." (Choosing yes will give you a game over, and you will be required to start over from the beginning.) >[["I'm sure."->Nightmare Factory Passage 19-B]] >[["That sounds awful. I have no choice but to fight."->Nightmare Factory Passage 18-B]]

<div><img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937187514941313134/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="target">[[<span>@</span>->Nightmare Factory Passage 19]]</div></div> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> "Very well! DIE PATHETIC HUMAN!" The horrifying tick is charging at you. Find a weakness on its body and defeat it before it kills you!

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937187514941313134/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You quickly slide the tick's hat in front of its eyes and then sweep kick its legs out from under it, causing it to crash loudly to the floor. "AHHHHH DAMN YOU!" the monster cries as it collapses to the ground in agony. You find a key attached to its stomach and [[take it->Nightmare Factory Passage 20]].

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937200273271717938/InsideFactory_2.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You decide to work in the nightmare factory for the rest of your days, never to be seen or heard from again. GAME OVER. [[Start over.->Opening Scene Passage 1]]

<div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You quickly run to the back of the locker room to find a door labeled "Management Only." You feel an ominous prescense from behind the door. You are certain that whatever is the cause of the customer's nervous tics is behind this door. You look at the key that you took from the tick. It's labeled "MANAGEMENT." It must go to the door in front of you. Unlock the door and go inside? [[Let's get to the bottom of this.->Start Ending]]

(if: (track: 'MagicShopAudio', 'isplaying'))[(track: 'MagicShopAudio','stop')] (track: 'TitleAudio', 'loop', true) (track: 'TitleAudio', 'play')<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936853435951767622/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> Of Dreams and Nightmares [[Start Game->Opening Scene Passage 1]] [[Credits->Credits]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans"> Credits Andy Jiang 2D Artist Monica Fan 2D Artist https://monicattie.itch.io/ Winfield B. Carson, V Composer and Sound Designer Twitter: @WinfieldCarson Justin Fanzo Narrative Designer and Producer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-fanzo-144146150/ Itch.io: https://jfanzo.itch.io/ Red Narrative design & writing Twitter: https://twitter.com/n0t_cameron Itch.io: https://cmrnprry.itch.io/ Mack Nelson Web Developer https://twitter.com/mackjamesnelson Made with the help of Harlowe Audio Library https://twinelab.net/harlowe-audio/#/ [[Back->Title Screen]]

(track: 'SlammingSFX', 'play') <div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">(t8n: "shudder")[The door slams shut behind you.] You try the knob. [[You're getting real tired of all these locked doors.]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">Whatever it is, getting out of here is your main priorety. You squint at the room surrounding you, trying to make out what you can. You hold out your hands as you walk forward, trying to feel for anything in front of you. [[You reach a wall.]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">You feel around for a bit, and reach a switch. [[You click it on.]]

(set: $CheckDoors to false) <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937215150665134140/blue_hallway_w1.jpeg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">The light turns on to reveal that you're in a hallway. A sealed letter sits in front of you. You grab the letter and sit in the pool of light. It's neatly sealed, and addressed to no one. There is, however, a return address from Anthony Anderson. [[Open the letter]] [[Check the doors]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937215150665134140/blue_hallway_w1.jpeg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You tear the top off, and pull the letter out of it's envelope. It's not addressed to anyone, but is dated (colour: red)[04/18]. It's body reads: Whtiuot tihs lteter, you, pobralby wulod hvae nveer funod me. Who wloud secupst good ol' Andy Anderson to do scuh a tinhg? If you did, I wulod hvae been cgahut ardlaey. The fsrrt time, I was slpopy. Mesey. And wehn you sltil ddin't ctcah me? Taht mdae my haert punod and bolod pmup in wyas tatt it hdan't in yares. And it olny mdae me wnat to do it aiagn. And so I did. If you are reidang tihs, taht menas I'm wiaitng for the cpos to rsuh my hmoe, and tkae me itno coudsty. I'll tlel tehm eetriyvhng. It was fun wlihe it leatsd, but the (text-style:"strike")[wickedness] (text-style:"strike")[fear] (text-style:"strike")[sin] GLUIT beacme (text-style:"double-underline")[too mcuh.] I jsut wnat it to end. You wodnul't hvae cgauht me if I hdan't cosnfseed. I was mcuh too cveler for taht. [[This is gibberish.]]

(set: $CheckDoors to true) <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937215150665134140/blue_hallway_w1.jpeg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You tuck the letter into your waistband and try the doors. Unsurprisingly, they're all locked. [[The last one you try has a number lock on it.]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">Anthony's mind must be turning against you, but you can't understand why. Usually a mind will either reject you outright, or accept you completely. Anthony's mind is stranger than most, however. Landing you in a fully idealized world, before dropping you into a nightmare realm. You defeated the tick, so why trap you now? [[Unless...]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">Unless there's something he doesn't want you to see. You've already seen his darkest desires. His fear. (link: "//What doesn't he want you to see?//")[(goto: "What doesn't he want you to see?")]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937207526674530374/Untitled_Artwork1.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">[[You make a guess and enter a code.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937214483049377792/pink_hallway_w1.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> [[The lights flash red.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937215150665134140/blue_hallway_w1.jpeg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Before returning to blue. Maybe you shouldn't keep messing with it until you think you know what the code is. [[Open the letter]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937215150665134140/blue_hallway_w1.jpeg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans"> You start to crumple it up when you notice something on the back. It reads: Just in case you need some help. Raed cfurlaley [[You look back at the front of the page]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937215150665134140/blue_hallway_w1.jpeg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">Of course. The words are scrambled. Only the first and last word are correct. With new knowlege, you try to parse through the letter: Without this letter, you probably would have never found me. Who would suspect good ol' Andy Anderson to do such a thing? If you did, I would have been caught already. The first time, I was sloppy. Messy. And when you still didn't catch me? That made my heart pound and blood pump in ways that it hadn't in years. And it only made me want to do it again. And so I did. If you are reading this, that means I'm waiting for the cops to rush my home, and take me into custody. I'll tell them everything. It was fun while it lasted, but the (text-style:"strike")[wickedness] (text-style:"strike")[fear] (text-style:"strike")[sin] guilt became (text-style:"double-underline")[too much.] I just want it to end. You wouldn't have caught me if I hadn't confessed. I was much too clever for that. [[What...]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937213523212251256/Untitled_Artwork3.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">The room around you begins to crumble. You //need to leave.// You shove the letter into your pocket. (if: $CheckDoors is true)[(link:"You run to the padlocked door"[(goto:"You run to the padlocked door")]](else: )[Try every door, praying one will open. You don't know what will happen if his mind collapses while you're still in it. The last door you try has a (link:"number padlock."[(goto:"You run to the padlocked door")]]

(track: 'SlammingSFX', 'play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937213523212251256/Untitled_Artwork3.jpg"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You pull the letter back out and laugh at your stupidity. You enter the numbers that make up the date. [[0418]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">[[You fall through the door.]]

(track: 'FactoryAudio','stop') (track: 'MagicShopAudio', 'loop', true) (track: 'MagicShopAudio','play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936484527709241414/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">And wake up in your real world body. You rip off the Eye of Ra as Anthony wakes up. He yawns and looks around. [["Did it work?"]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936484527709241414/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You nod, still too stunned to say anything. "I don't feel any differnt." You nod again. [["It will take a good night's rest to feel the full effects."]]

(track: 'MagicShopAudio','play') <img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936484527709241414/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">He nods, and pulls out his wallet. "How much do I owe you?" You want to the register, and ring him up. He thanks you and leaves your shop. [[You couldn't close up faster that night.]]

<div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">You go home and go to bed. You don't think you'll open up shop again for a while. [[Not until you install a better sercurity system anyway.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936853435951767622/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">A week later, new security installed, you open up shop. You find a letter that had been [[slipped under the door.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936484527709241414/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You sit at the table, and read it while you wait for customers. It read: I don't know what you did to me, but I must thank you. I found a whole new side of me that I didn't even know existed. A worse side of me. So, so much worse. You made me aware of it, and I thank you. And I appologize for whatever my mind put you through on that day, but I no longer smile like that. And when I do, I'm fully aware of it. I'm too much of coward to fully admit the things I may have done. I came here hoping you could once again remove the evil from my mind, but all I could do is leave you with this letter. I hope we can cross paths once again, so you can fix me, like you fixed that tic. Until then, Anthony Anderson [[You set the letter on the table.]]

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/936484527709241414/Untitled_Artwork.png"> <div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">You glance around your shop, then go to the register and count what's there. It not alot, but enough for you to live off for a bit. You shove the money in your pocket. You close up shop, and head home. The world can wait a little longer for your return. (live: 15s)[(goto: "Opening Scene Passage 1")]

(track: 'DoorCreakingSFX', 'play') <div class="no-image-overlay average-sans">The door opens into an even darker space. Even less tangible than before. <audio src="https://www.dropbox.com/s/3r7fzezlkev75oc/HypnosisHumming_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1" play> </audio> [[Something doesn't feel right...]]

TitleAudio: https://www.dropbox.com/s/1f1kt74kn3pw998/MainTitles_LUFS15_Mastered_LoopingMP3.mp3?dl=1 FactoryAudio: https://www.dropbox.com/s/t0qggwpe8odhntn/FactoryCue_LUFS15_Mastered_LoopingMP3.mp3?dl=1 MagicShopAudio: https://www.dropbox.com/s/z28w07qiawx4r2y/MagicShopCue_LUFS15_Mastered_LoopingMP3.mp3?dl=1 OfficeAudio: https://www.dropbox.com/s/seczzmxs3xq8n2v/OfficeCue_LUFS15_Mastered_Looping_MP3.mp3?dl=1 ClosingDoorSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/9j0aevb7wc6xx5j/ClosingDoor_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 DollSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2z3v7h41kpinxtu/CreepyDoll_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 DoorBellSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/2z3v7h41kpinxtu/CreepyDoll_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 DoorCreakingSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/jdo8iusuqa5eukq/DoorCreakingOpen_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 HitSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/zkbj4vvj2n7kmcu/HitSound_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 HypnosisSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/14tih6604cjpfq9/HypnosisHumming_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 MurmuringSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ga9hkg0f7ikm8gk/Murmuring_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 OpenDoorSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/8br7mvoer0xngb4/OpeningDoor_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 PaperMovingSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/22oerj3k7k4jm7l/PaperMoving_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 SlammingSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/45h4tsk5k0g7e6d/Slamming_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1 WhittingSFX: https://www.dropbox.com/s/k5ztbr3mzpo2r43/Whirring_Sound_Mastered.mp3?dl=1

<img class="responsive" src="https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/935009550476668978/937102352660447263/Untitled_Artwork.png"><div class="under-image-overlay average-sans">"Yes, thank you." You tuck the slip of paper into your pocket. She nods and starts to walk away. Out of the corner of your eye you notice her smile slip. Before you can stop yourself, the words tumble out of your mouth. "Oh, one more thing?" She stops. "You should smile more." [[A curt nod. She returns to her desk.]]