A SEQUITUR ADVENTUREGame opens with black screen

What is your name?(Enter name)Picture of an overhead view of Ezo appears, with the caption “~Kingdom of Ezo~”

Goes to King's Chamber, where King Charles is conversing with the player.<Charles_Big.png with black background, Ezo Castle Song>King Charles: Ah, welcome to Ezo! I'm glad to see you made it here safely.

You will not regret your decision to immigrate here, I guarantee you that.

As a new citizen, you probably don’t know much of the magnificent Ezo Empire or its people.

Under other circumstances, I would have my Chief Assistant Salazar give you a brief tour of the Kingdom...but these are busy times.

My entire staff is working frantically to manage the big contest.

What big contest, you say?

Well, due to my daughter’s indecisiveness, we are holding a competition to decide who her husband will be. Princess Vespa is about to turn 18, you see, and Ezo law dictates that she must choose her husband before her 18th birthday.

All of the people of the land have been invited to compete for my daughter’s hand in marriage, yourself included.

But don’t think it’ll be easy. I have prepared a quiz of sorts to test each candidate to make sure that they’re good enough for my daughter, and knowledgeable enough to run the kingdom.

The questions will focus on the daily lives of the citizens of Ezo living near the castle.

As King, I feel it is my duty to be familiar with the townsfolk, and to have a basicunderstanding of their daily activities. I want my successor to go above and beyond me in this task.

However, I’m not looking for someone who will only exchange pleasantries withhis people. I want my successor to know intimate details of his potential futuresubjects.

Therefore, I will be asking every contestant questions about the secret scandals and rumors that buzz around this area.

The one who proves himself to be most knowledgeable shall gain my daughter’s hand in marriage, and eventually will rule as the King of Ezo.

Now, what did you say your name was again?

<INSERT NAME HERE>. Well, %(playername)s, under other circumstances, I would explain another perk of our marvelous kingdom to you...but I’m sure it will be much more interesting to find out on your own.

Best of luck to you!

MEANWHILE, in the neighboring kingdom...<Odin_Big.png in middle<Black screen>Odin: Our time for revenge is at hand.The time has come for the once great country of Skyhold to rise to power once again. Go forth, my son.????: Yes father, as you wish.

< Back in Ezo>You arrive at a small town with a few people about. In the distance you can see a farm, a lake, Ezo Castle, and the forest. Farther off in the distance above the ocean you can see a small unrecognizable speck, and you wonder what it is. You can see small orange

shards littering the ground.< Show town center, Blake the Metrosexual, and Hannah the Lesbian near each other>

BLAKE the METROSEXUAL - A very flamboyant fellow. He carries a leaf around to avoid sunburn and to keep his slightly overweight figure cool. He loves his great country of Ezo, and vehemently detests the neighboring Skyhold. Basically drinks Rue.

Greeting: Hello there, isn't this a fabulous day?About Alex: The fisherman? Lauren’s husband? Yeah, he’s a nice guy. Word has it that he knows a great deal about Ezo...and that damned Skyhold.About Alexander: The nutty professor? Just kidding. He is one of the smartest, brightest, and if you don’t mind me saying, cutest men in Ezo. He usually spends his day reading and sitting on his chair naked--I mean, reading.About Blake<himself>: Oh, you wanna know about little ol’ me?I'm Blake! HI THERE!Hmm, what else... Well, I really like to shop, use Rue, and...um...OH! How could I possibly forget gossip?!I wish the world was a better, happier place. Free Rue is the greatest thing that’s ever happened!About Conor: The tiny little wizard man? He sure is interesting, he’s rumored to know all sorts of powerful and possibly dark magic. Definitely a person worth getting to know.#2: What’s that? Conor wants to know about my leaf? What about it?“Does it have any magical qualities?” What? Of course not! How silly!I just carry it around so I don’t get sunburned! I don’t want to ruin this perfect skin, you know!About Hannah: Ooh, Hannah, she’s my best friend! We always talk gossip and go shopping together.Just yesterday she bought me the most fabulous pink jeans!About Lauren: The fisherman's wife? She’s nice, I guess.About Mike: Hmm, Mike is quite the cranky guy. He really isn’t very nice, and personally, I think it’s because he doesn’t use Rue. So odd.Why would anyone turn down such a wonderful thing? I just don’t get it.About Shawn: Shawn, that creepy old pervert!He is always making passes at all of the young men and women of the town.Well... he may be creepy, but he sure does know a lot about Ezo’s past.

About Princess Vespa: There has never been a more smokin’ hot princess in the history of Ezo. She looks fabulous every time she makes a public appearance!The only weird thing about her is that no one has ever heard her voice.About Skyhold: Damn Skyhold to hell. That terrible country once banned Rue, I’m glad their country fell apart overnight.Ooh, even just thinking about it makes me so...Excuse me a moment.<Rue sound effect>Oh, this day just couldn’t get more FABULOUS!About Rue: You don’t know about Rue?! Well it’s simply the most fabulous thing ever. It just makes you feel so warm and tingly!

ALEX the FISHERMAN - A very rustic, traditional person. Spends his whole day fishing. He loves his wife, Lauren, and large-mouthed bass - a little too much, some might say. (unsettling obsession with bass). He is frequently seen in town selling his fish and conversing with his best friend, Mike the farmer. Alex has a larger rue addiction than anyone else in the kingdom. He takes such large amounts to stifle the guilt he feels from being a soldier in the attack on Skyhold.Greeting: How you doin’? How can I help ya on this fine day?About Alex<himself>: Oh, me? Well, uh, I’m Alex.As you can see, I love to fish. To me, fishing’s second only to my lovely wife, Lauren.We’ve lived here our whole lives, and I don’t see that changin’ any time soon.About Alexander: Ahh, Alexander. He’s a nice lad.He’s one of those studious types - always readin’ ‘bout Ezo’s...uh... “bright” past.<Use Rue Sound>Boooyah!If you wanna know more ‘bout Ezo, he’s your man.About Blake: Oh. Blake.He’s an...odd duck.There’s something a little ‘off’ about that boy, despite how nice he is.He spends a bit too much time with that Hannah girl. Luckily, nothing will ever come of the two of ‘em, because...well...you know.About Conor: Ahh, the wizard. Conor and I go way back. I’ve known ‘em since before the...um...<uses rue> Boooyah!Yep, Conor is an old timer just like me. A solid fella.About Hannah: That Hannah girl... She sure is nice, but a bit too manly for my liking.She and Blake are always together shoppin’, gossipin’, and just bein’...odd together.

I hope some day those two will straighten out. Literally.About Lauren: My wife? I love her more than fishin’! And that’s sayin’ a lot.We been married since before the...um...incident...<uses rue>Boooyah!Oh man, we sure are happy together!#2: Lauren? My wife? I love her more than fishin’! And that’s--What was that?Mike sent you? “It’s time she knorws the truth”?…<Uses Rue>Nope, not gonna worry about that! Besides, that’s none of your business anyways, kid.Why don’t you go tell Mike I’ll do it in a week or two? There’s no rush!About Mike: Mike the Farmer? Well oh well, him and I have known each other a very long time.He is my best friend, other than bass fishin’. He and I are tighter than a sack of potatoes in Joo-lai!What a guy... A much stronger man than myself, I must say...(quieter) I really don’t know how he lives without it...--About Mike (After Scene With Lauren): Mike? Oh, he’s a good guy, I guess... But he’s awfully nosy. He really should mind his own business.About Shawn: Shawn? The priest? Yes sir, he is an odd bird.He sure is nice to the kids, though... A little too nice for my likin’.He’s been around for a long time, though. He even knows about the...uh...<uses rue>Boooyah!Yep, he sure is a wiiiise fella!About Princess Vespa: That Princess Vespa is the cutest darn Princess this country has ever seen. Someday, I wanna hear her voice. Bet it’s just like an angel’s.About Skyhold : I don’t have anything to say about Skyhold.<Uses Rue>Nope, nothin’ at all.<Uses Rue>Not a darn thing.<Uses Rue>So STOP askin’.<Uses Rue>Whoo-wee, what a gorgeous day!About Rue: Wait, you don’t know about Rue?Oh boy, I jus’ don’t know what I’d do without it.The King started distributing it freely after our...um...”victory”.

<Uses Rue>That’s all I have to say for now...so git.

CONOR the WIZARD - A small mysterious wizard. Carries around his staff at all times. His wizarding cap covers his face almost completely. He’s fascinated by the dark arts, but he’s really not a very threatening person. He is the most powerful magician in Ezo, which is why he lives so close to the castle.Greeting: G-g-greetings, kind sir. How are you this fine m-morrow? About Alex: Ahh...the fisherman. I have known him q-quite a while. He is one of the m-men who was a part of that epic b-batt--um...I mean, y-yes - a long time.About Alexander: Quite a sm-smart young lad he is. Always studying our g-great country and its past. H-He may even kn-know about some of the deeper s-secrets of the country. If you want t-to know more about Ezo, t-try talking to him.About Blake: Ahh, q-quite a strange young man. I have always wondered if h-his leaf had any special abnormal p-properties.I w-would go ask him about it myself, b-but I am a bit too p-preoccupied with my magical research at the m-moment.If it’s not t-too much to ask, could you ask him about it for me, young l-lad?I th-thank you for your assistance. -----<Triggers Blake’s Conor #2> Blake #2: What was that? There’s no m-magical properties in the l-leaf at all?Well, that’s remarkably d-disappointing.Well, thank you anyways, s-sir. In r-return for your assistance, I will sh-share with you some interesting information...I have many p-powerful spells, but one of the m-most powerful has to b-be Casus Belli. It is an extremely p-potent spell that can d-decimate an entire castle if used c-correctly!In fact, the m-military approached me about it s-some time ago--Ooh, wait, what am I s-saying...<Uses Rue> About Conor<himself>: Yes, I am Conor. I have been st-studying magic for my entire life. I have m-mastered many a spell.Lately, I’ve been m-more interested in dark and p-powerful magic spells, as this c-continent has seen many of those in recent t-times...About Hannah: She is such a b-beautiful young girl, that Hannah is.I wish that s-something could come of us, however t-that is impossible because…well...yeah.About Lauren: The fisherman's wife? A nice young woman, b-but I feel bad for her.I do not believe t-that she knows much about her husband’s p-past. Also, being m-married to someone who uses that m-much Rue must be intolerable...About Mike: Ahh, a very, very interesting m-man. Mike h-has been around as l-long as

Alex. Th-The two of them are very close friends, after all. If his r-rather brusque personality doesn’t f-frighten you, he is the m-man you should talk to if you’re l-looking for information to help you p-pass the king’s qu-quiz.About Shawn: Ahh, Shawn - a close acquaintance of mine. I h-have known him since before the Skyhold incident.W-Watch out for him, though - he does h-have a s-slight unnatural obsession with young people. If you are brave and curious, go t-talk to him - he d-does hold a few v-valuable n-nuggets of information.About Princess Vespa: Ah, quite a b-beautiful young lady. For some reason the p-p-poor girl never speaks.Anyway, I h-hope that her father chooses her a p-proper husband. Now, correct m-me if I’m wrong, but I b-believe you are trying to w-win the p-princess’s hand.I-If you’re looking for somewhere to start, I would t-talk to M-Mike, the farmer. He holds far more information about the past t-than I.About Skyhold: Ah, yes... S-Skyhold. The subject of m-most of my s-studies.The enchantment on it is simply a-astounding. It is b-beyond even my own extensive m-magical knowledge.Th-those wizards of Skyhold certainly know their m-m-magic...About Rue: You’re asking about R-Rue? Interesting...I assumed the King would’ve t-told you about it when you arrived.P-Personally, I don’t use too m-much of the stuff... It’s a bit f-frightening from a m-magical standpoint.As far as I know, the only p-person here who d-doesn’t use it at all is Mike. If you want a d-different viewpoint, I would speak with him.

SHAWN the PRIEST - A old priest from before Ezo was a powerful nation. He knows many things about Ezo-Skyhold relations. He was one of the people who bore witness to the Skyhold raid. He is a creepy old man.Greeting: Greetings, I am Shawn, I am the priest that says NI!.......Ni!About Alex: Alex - now there’s a brave man. Back when we were younger, he was quite bold and fearless... Of course, that all changed after the...well...<Uses Rue>I hear he is quite the fisherman!About Alexander: Alexander is quite the studious young man, isn’t he? He’s been holed up in that library for what seems like months!The word on the street is that he has been extensively studying Ezo’s past. If you want some accurate history, I would go see him.Ni!(Quietly)-And, if you don’t mind me sayin’, he is almost as cute as Blake.About Blake: Quite a cute young boy that Blake is.I am also intrigued by his unique leaf that he appears to use as an umbrella.

Quite odd.I wonder if there is any reason for him always carrying it around...I’ve heard rumors that it has magical powers - some say they’ve seen him flying while carrying it...;;it may increase his gayness 10 fold.like going super sayin. more like super GAYin;;About Conor: Oh, Conor... He’s a strange one. I can barely understand him through all of that stuttering. We both know some interesting stuff, trust me...And that’s really all I can say. Don’t want to get into trouble, now...Ni!About Hannah: Oooh ho, Hannah. I would love some of that. Ni! She is always spending time with Blake. I hope someday that those two and I can…Ni!Anyway, what else can I help you with? Ni!About Lauren: Lauren... She may seem happy, but I sense there’s something weighing on her mind...If I knew her better, I would talk to her about that...About Mike: What a mellow fellow. He needs to perk up a bit. What’s the use in being so glum?Sure, things haven’t been perfect, but that’s no reason not to use a little pick-me-up from time to time.<Uses Rue>See? Why not experience this happiness?Whenever I ask him about it, he always shoos me away!If you get anything out of him, be sure to let me know, alright?<ACTIVATES MIKE RUE #2>#2: Oh, did you find anything out?...Wow...He really said all that?Hmph. What an old coot.Well, thanks anyways, kid. In return, I’ll let you in on a little secret. It’s about the contest.As far as I can tell, you’re doing a great job... But there’s one person you should keep an eye on.I’ve seen him walking around town talking to everyone, just like you are. Calls himself “John Doe”.Mysterious fellow - you can barely see his face underneath his cloak....My guess is that he’s so ugly, he’s hiding his face so the king doesn’t disqualify him from the contest! Heh heh!Ahhh...I crack myself up. Ni! Ni! Ni!About Shawn<himself>: Yes, I am the Great Priest Shawn, once known as the priest who says Ni!I have been a citizen of Ezo my entire life, so If you have any questions about the

people of this great land, I am at your service...if you know what I mean. Ni!About Princess Vespa: Eh...She’s a pretty one, but not really my type.But don’t get me wrong, I don’t fault you for going after her. Best of luck in the contest, lad!About Skyhold: Ooh, I can’t say much about that. Nope, not much at all.…(quieter) Although, I hear that Mike’s tongue might be a bit looser when it comes to topics like this.About Rue: Ahh, Rue. The great and dangerous drug. King Charles provides it to us for free.It really is quite amazing!

ALEXANDER the PROFESSOR - a scholar. Speaks in an elevated rhetoric, and is quite learned. Recently became interested in the history of Ezo and Skyhold after noticing some strange behavior in the townsfolk. However, gets a bit too distracted by Rue to get too far.

Greeting: Greetings, fellow scholar. How are you doing on this fine day? I find today's weather to be particularly nice.About Alex: Ahh, Alex. He was once a great warrior for Ezo, if you didn’t already know.I found his name in an old military record. It was one of the few pages left in the book - most of the names from that volume were removed hastily.I attempted to speak with him about it, but his response was simply using some Rue and changing the subject. I decided it was best not to pry.A very nice man, though. If only he used less Rue...About Alexander<himself>: Hello there. I am Alexander. In my free time, I enjoy studying and educating the townspeople as best I can in whatever piques their interest.Also, as a hobby, I study the stars and planets through my telescope. Feel free to take a look through it, if you like.About Blake: Yes, Blake, quite a nice young lad. ...However, he shall never procreate to further expand the evolution of the species.While this is slightly depressing, he is quite the unique specimen.About Conor: The wizard? Yes, I know him. He is an intelligent, yet very dangerous little man.If he attempted to cause any havoc amongst the people of Ezo, I do not believe there would be anyone powerful enough to stop him.Luckily, he is far too fragile to ever try something so foolish.About Hannah: What an impulsive young girl. I find her promiscuity very troubling. If she only knew what could happen to her...Regardless, she is a sweet girl. I hope people come to accept her eventually.About Lauren: Ahh, yes. The fisherman’s wife. She sure is a pretty woman.

I am sure that she and her husband are quite happy despite his massive narcotic addiction and troubling obsession with bass.About Mike: Mike is quite the farmer. He once asked me the best way to scientifically design his water distribution system for his apple farm.Apparently, he’s also highly interested in the history of Skyhold and its interactions with Ezo. He constantly asks me if I’ve made any more progress with my research, but I simply find the matter far too depressing to dig as deep as he wants to dig.Just thinking about the possibilities makes me...<uses rue>So, do you want to learn about integral and differential calculus? How about the scientific names of beings animalculous?About Shawn: Oh. Shawn.The scientist in me finds him a fascinating source of information...But the human in me finds him quite repulsive.The things he chooses to focus on are simply...freakin’ gross.Oh! What I meant was scientifically unsettling and worrisome. Yes, quite.About Princess Vespa: Ah, yes, the Princess... Maybe, in a previous time, I too would be participating in the King’s contest...But not anymore. My love is knowledge, and the pursuit thereof.…(Quieter)But what I would give to hear her voice, just once...<Uses Rue>About Skyhold: Skyhold...the topic I’ve been researching most...I’ve found very few sources on the history and people of Skyhold in Ezo’s libraries. However, I did find something a bit unsettling.There were plenty of books that seemed like they were about to discuss Skyhold’s past, but they then dramatically changed tones, and began to insult the country ruthlessly.The pages containing these anti-Skyhold rants are obviously printed on paper that’s much more modern than the other pages in the book. So my hunch is that they were added in after the initial publication.This raises many troubling questions - why were these pages added? Why were others removed? When did this all happen?My intuition says that perhaps this country isn’t as pure as we all once thought...And this is where I start getting depressed. I think it’s time for another healthy round of Rue.<Uses Rue>About Rue: I particularly enjoy partaking in the action of using Rue on a semi-regular basis, which is dependent upon the co-terminal angles of the Moon, the Planet, and the Sun, in relation to the moles of Hydrogen Atoms in the veil of Rue I will be partaking in.MIKE the FARMER - Mike is a very important character. He is the only person in Ezo who does not take Rue. Therefore, he is somewhat alienated, and his demeanor is quite a bit darker than everyone in town. He has been around for a while, but is deeply

troubled by rumors of Skyhold-Ezo relations.Greeting: What do ya want, kid?About Alex: Alex... We’re very close. I don’t want to talk about it.#2: So? What did he say?…”In a week or two”? I was afraid of that...Look, I know this still really isn’t my business...but this needs to end. I have to take matters into my own hands.Kid, take this letter to Lauren. This should explain everything.#3: …My best friend... What’s happened to you?About Alexander: Ooh, that smart kid? Yeah, I know him. He was helping me out a bit with research about some...stuff.But he doesn’t do too much for me anymore. I guess all of my questions turned him off. Now he just ignores me like everyone else.About Blake: Oh, that gay kid? He’s weird. Always with that damn leaf.Why is he so damned happy all the time? I bet he’d DIE without Rue...About Conor: You mean the little wizard? Yeah, he’s okay.Still, he thinks he’s all high and mighty because of his magic. But if he were to mess with me...Well... Let’s just say that Ezo would have one less wizard.About Hannah: Stupid girl, she needs to grow up and stop getting intimate with all of the young girls she can. It’s just immature.About Lauren: My best friend’s wife? She’s a kind woman. I hope she never has to know......What? Stop asking dumb questions, kid. Forget I said anything, got it?...And hey, don’t bring this up with Lauren. Got it?<Triggers Lauren’s Mike #2>#2: Yeah, what about Lauren? I told you, I’ve got nothing to say....Oh no. You didn’t tell her what I said, did you?What is wrong with you, kid?! Honestly, do you have any sense at all?!Sigh... No... This needed to happen sooner or later. I can’t let those two continue their charade.Listen, kid. Go talk to Alex about Lauren. Tell him Mike sent you, and that it’s time she knows the truth.I’d do it myself, but...I just can’t. And it’s the least you can do after betraying my trust.<Triggers Lauren’s Mike #3>#3: So? How’d she take it?...She just used a bunch of Rue, right?…It pains me so much to see the two of them like this...If it wasn’t for the Rue, I highly doubt it would’ve become this bad... The two of them

barely talk to each other at all anymore...I hope you’re seeing now how dangerous this drug can be. Now do you see why I don’t use it?Please...leave me alone for a while.About Mike<himself>: I don't matter all that much. I’ve seen a lot of stuff, but it’s all the past now. So stop asking.About Shawn: One word. Creepy.About Princess Vespa: I don’t know too much about her. All I know is that she needs a husband and that she never really speaks.Let’s hope whoever wins this contest will be a better king than our current one...About Skyhold: Skyhold... Look, kid, this whole subject is over your head. Go back to running about and winning the princess like the good little hero you are. <<Obviously another opportunity for special text>>Skyhold AFTER whole Alex/Lauren Thing: I don’t know everything about it, but the one thing I can tell you is that Skyhold and Rue are inextricably linked.You can’t learn about Rue without knowing about Skyhold......I just wish he would tell me the whole story...About Rue: Don’t mention that vile substance around me.#2: ...I said, DO NOT MENTION IT. Didn’t they teach you not to pry in whatever country you came from?Why do you want to know so badly, anyways? Did Shawn put you up to this?Gah, I am sick of his questions! I am ending this once and for all.Look kid, make yourself useful for once and relay this message to Shawn.I don’t use Rue for three reasons:One, the violent way it was obtained...Two, the horrendous effects it has on society...And three, I like my emotions to be genuine and REAL, not brought about artificially!And if I’m depressed and mean instead of being HAPPY all day long, so be it.Now go tell him that, so he’ll stop asking me so many damned questions!Rue AFTER whole Alex/Lauren Thing: That damn substance is ruining everything. Something must be done, and soon...

HANNAH the LESBIAN -Greeting: Well, hi there, cutie!About Alex: Eww. He always smells of bass. I wish he would take a shower - maybe then I’ll talk to him.About Alexander: Ooh, he’s cute too. He’s so intelligent, and stuff.Even though he isn’t a girl, I would like to know him better. Maybe I could set him up with Blake...About Blake: Oh em GEE! He’s my best friend. We do absolutely EVERYTHING

together.Last week, we went on a 24-hour shopping spree, and next week, we are going to get manicures and pedicures together! YAY!About Conor: That little wizard man? I don’t know too much about him. He seems nice enough, but a little “off” mentally.About Hannah<herself>: Hmm? What, are you thinking about me, cutie?Well, I’m a Gemini, I weigh 121 lbs, and I’m 5’7”. I love chocolate and long walks through the forest. Oh! And gossip!Here’s a juicy bit that I think you’ll want to know about, cutie!Apparently, a shady guy called “John Doe” has been going around talking to everyone, just like you are!My bet is he’s trying to win the contest too. Personally, I’m rooting for you over him, cutie! This guy just doesn’t seem very nice. I wonder where he’s from...About Lauren: Lauren is quite the woman. I’m surprised that she’s able to put up with her husband so much...Hmm... I wonder if she knows about her husband’s terrible Rue addiction...I really feel like someone should talk to her about that.About Mike: Oh, that mean old man. He doesn't have anything nice to say anybody. He only uses people.And he is waaay too interested in the past of Ezo and that other country... What it’s called? ...Oh yeah, Skyhold.About Shawn: Eww. That creepy old man. I hope he stays far away from me.The other day he was saying dirty things to Blake and I. It totally freaked me out!About Princess Vespa: Oh, she is the most beautiful person ever! Man, would I love to compete in this contest. She is soo hot. I really get excited just thinking about her!About Skyhold: Skyhold? Ooh, you mean that country way over there.Yeah, I don’t really know too much, but Alexander told me quite an extensive story once....I didn't pay too much attention. I was too distracted looking at him.About Rue: Rue is wonderful! It keeps me cheery and able to see the good in most people, which is why I am such an...Rue is wonderful. It really is.

LAUREN the FISHERMAN’S WIFE - A kind woman who appears to live in complete negligence of her husband’s activities and past. She simply wants to live her life and be happy.Greeting: Hello there! It’s nice to meet you. I’m Lauren, Alex’s wife.About Alex: Alex... I love him so much. We’re simply perfect for each other!About Alexander: The professor? He is quite the intelligent young man. Still, he needs to stop studying sometimes to see some girls... or Blake.

About Blake: Oh, that boy is quite nice. I don’t think he’s ever had a negative thought about anyone in the town.The only problem is that he is well...you know. And sadly, people judge him for that.I hope someday he will be understood by everyone so that he can live a nice life with some other man.About Conor: Conor is quite the powerful wizard, if you didn't already know. When it comes to wizardry, he’s the best that Ezo has to offer.The only problem is that he is constantly experimenting with dangerous magic. It would be better for him and everyone else if he would go back to his old ways of protecting the people of this village instead of endangering them with experimental spells.About Hannah: That poor girl. She is very confused about herself because of all the Rue that she takes. If she were to go without it for a long period of time, I'm sure that her outlook on the world and her outlook on love would be very different.About Lauren<herself>: Oh, well, my name is Lauren. I might not be quite as lively as everyone else in town, but I'm happy here.About Mike: Oh, Mike... He and my husband are very close.I know he’s a bit brusque, but I really do think he’s a good person deep down. He has just become a little jaded about people since the incident...Oh! Um...I mean...<Uses Rue>Yes, Mike’s got a pure soul.#2: (Repeats #1, then...)...Hmm? I can see in your eyes that you’re hiding something from me... What is it? Did Mike say something about me?No, it’s okay, you can tell me. I’ll keep it a secret, I promise!“…I hope she doesn’t find out”... Find out about what? Did he say anything else?Hmm... Could you talk to him again and see if you can find out anything else? Please?#3: So? What did you find out?A letter? Oh! Thank you...Hmm......What?No...th-this... No...He was a part of the military? He never told me that... Wait...does that mean he was...involved with...the incident?...No...NO!<Uses Rue>It can’t be true. Absolutely not. Mike’s just trying to trick me. He must be jealous.<Uses Rue>Yes...yes, he’s just jealous of our perfect relationship.<Uses Rue>

I love Alex, and we don’t keep any secrets from each other!<Uses Rue>Yes...yes, that’s right... Hahahaha! What a GLORIOUS day!! <Triggers Mike’s Lauren #3 and Lauren’s Mike #4>#4: Mike? He’s a jealous, manipulative, and bitter old man. I should tell my husband to stop associating with him...About Shawn: Shawn is a special man. He is the one who married Alex and I all those years ago. Although he has some sexual oddities rattling around in his brain, he is a nice man and should be respected amongst the community.About Princess Vespa: Not too much is known about Princess Vespa. She never speaks when in public, however, she is the most beautiful princess Ezo has ever had.About Skyhold: Skyhold. A unique country. Depending on who you ask, you will get two very different opinions about it. Some absolutely hate it for reasons they can’t understand, while others feel bad for what happened to it. It is too bad that the past cannot be changed.About Rue: Rue certainly is a unique substance. I don’t use it too much, because...well, I’m already happy as it is!<SPECIAL TEXT>

MYSTERIOUS MAN

You seem to be doing rather well in this contest, boy... But don’t think that means you know everything about this kingdom.If you really knew the townsfolk...you would realize that there are much larger things at stake in this contest than simply the princess.But it is too late now... Just remember... You know nothing of this kingdom. If you know backstory:...Hello, <name>. Yes, I know who you are.I can see that you have been looking very deeply into the histories of Ezo and Skyhold. Have you found the answers to all of your questions? I doubt it....I know the truth. And I can see you want to as well.I must warn you...that talking about this is forbidden, and can have terrible consequences.You still wish to know? All right... I will not be repeating this, so pay close attention.Make sure you do not tell anyone else this story, or I will be in a great deal of trouble with the king....Where to begin...Well...where better to start than the beginning - back to when Skyhold was a very powerful nation.Around fifteen years ago, Skyhold was the primary power in this kingdom. But there was a problem.

The citizens of Skyhold discovered immense quantities of Rue only a short distance under the surface.If you haven’t figured this out by now, Rue is a drug that causes immense positive feelings with no physical side effects.Obviously, the inhabitants of the kingdom wanted Rue - as much as they could get.Soon, the entire country had a seemingly endless stockpile of the narcotic. Every single citizen could acquire as much Rue as they desired, at no cost. While this may seem like a perfect situation, it most certainly wasn’t.Yes, everyone was happy... But there were problems arising that no one wished to face.People started spending far too much money, and no one would confront any of their personal dilemmas.Beneath this happy, carefree exterior, there was a kingdom that was falling apart.It was during this tenuous time that King Odin rose to power. He was a man who detested Rue, and his first order of business was to ban the vile substance.Obviously, this did not sit well with the addicted populous. There were protests and outrage.Some citizens were so upset that they set up a black market of Rue that expanded all the way to the neighboring kingdom...Ezo.It spread rapidly in Ezo - all the way to the aristocracy. But the dealers from Skyhold had exorbitant prices. Those with money and power in Ezo wanted Rue without having to deal with Skyhold thugs.That’s when King Charles decided to do something...rather drastic.He decided to initiate a massive, yet secretive attack on Skyhold. Ezo launched everything it could - a blitzkrieg force of wizards and warriors.Skyhold had no hope - they were helpless to defend against this brutal attack. The country, especially the castle, was crippled beyond recognition.Ezo, now imbued with a crazed bloodlust, wanted to wipe out the entire country - get rid of any witnesses.With the destruction of Skyhold imminent, King Odin approached all of the remaining living magicians of Skyhold and implored their assistance in order to save the country.Using their magic, they cut the entire country out of the ground, and lifted it into the sky.Yes, that’s how the country ended up as a floating island.Of course, the story is far from over.With Skyhold cut out of the ground, all of the Rue was exposed. Ezo was appeased, and they called off their attack.Then, history began to repeat itself... Much like it always seems to do.Ezo decided to give all of its citizens free Rue. Obviously, the initial reaction was one of elation.But some asked questions, and others were skeptical - ‘Where is all of this Rue coming from?’ If using the drug didn’t assuage their curiosity, the monarchy...’took care of them.’

Fifteen years have passed since then...The Rue has deeply imbued itself into Ezo’s society... It’s almost too late for this land...Still...all is not lost.Some of the townsfolk may have told you about a mysterious figure named...John Doe.That is merely a pseudonym. He is in fact King Odin’s son - Prince Vladimir Skyhold.His mission here is to win the contest in disguise, and take control of Ezo. With this new power, he can unite the two nations and work towards abolishing Rue entirely.So...that is the whole truth. ...How do I know all of this, you may ask?I was one of the wizards who helped to lift Skyhold. Also, regrettably, I was highly addicted to Rue. It wasn’t until after the attack that I realized how incredibly dangerous it was, and I have now dedicated my life to working toward its destruction.All of the power is now in your hands.If you allow Vladimir to win, he will someday control Ezo and can restore Skyhold.Still...the choice is yours.

THE CONTEST:Charles: Ah, hello again! Are you ready to begin your questioning?(If no) Okay, if you say so...(if yes) Wonderful! Let’s get started...

KING’S QUESTIONS:1.) What’s so special about Blake’s leaf?<Nothing - it’s just a leaf>It can spout clean drinking waterIt can reflect magicIt gives him the power to levitate

2.) What is Alex hiding from Lauren?He loves to fish for trout<He was a warrior for the Ezo army>He hates Rue, and doesn’t use itHe’s having an affairHe is two midgets stacked on top of each other

3.) What is Alexander’s hobby?ChessStudying ShakespeareWriting Novels<Astronomy>Singing

4.) What is Conor’s most powerful spell?Saltatus IubarFidus Attingo<Casus Belli>Vinculum FulmenHorridus Marcidus

It appears that is incorrect. I’m sorry - you’ve lost.

KC: Very well done! You obviously got to know the townsfolk quite well!But...you haven’t won yet.There’s another man who has also answered all of my questions correctly... A man named John Doe.We can’t have two winners, so we’ll have to go to a tiebreaker question!I’ll give you some time to gather your thoughts, first. Whenever you’re ready, just talk to me and we’ll head to my chamber for the final question.<THIS is when the Mysterious Man should appear. Very obviously, so the player will be like, “Oh, who’s that who just showed up on the screen?” and will click on him.>

KC: So, are you ready for the final question?No? Okay, take your time.Okay, follow me.

Gentlemen... It is time.Here’s how the tie-breaker will work - A coin-toss will determine who will be asked the final question first.If that person can answer correctly, they will be the winner.However, if they are wrong, the question will be passed to the other contestant.If he can answer it correctly, then he will be the winner.If he gets it wrong, then a new question will be asked, and the process will begin all over again.Is that clear?(Yes/No Jumpback thing)All right... Let’s begin.Here comes the coin flip...<Could we possibly get a coin flip sound effect? That would be really cool.>And it looks like John Doe will get the first chance!Okay, John, are you ready?Vladimir: …KC: I’ll take that as a yes.Here is your question:

What is the name of my chief attendant?Vladimir: ...Um...Uh......I...I don’t know.KC: Oh, that’s too bad! I guess you forgot to include ME in the list of people you should talk to!Well, the question goes to you, %(playername)s. What is the name of my chief attendant?[Not knowing backstory]IsaacSalazarAlucardBelmontCarl

[Incorrect]No, that’s not it. Didn’t I tell you this myself when you first arrived?Well, no matter. Back to Mr. Doe.Your question is...hmm......I really didn’t think I’d need a second tie breaker question...Oh! I’ve got a good one...Who is the one person in the surrounding area who thinks I’m a bad king?Vladimir: ...Mike.KC: Correct! You win!I’ve finally found a suitor for my daughter![GAME OVER]

[Correct]Ah! We have a winner!Congratulations, my boy! You are to be my new son-in-law!Wait right here, I’ll go get Princess Vespa so you can meet her face-to-face!<King leaves, short conversation begins with Vladimir>John Doe: I...failed.I hold no grudge. You beat me fair and square.I only wish to offer a little advice.Hang on to your morals and common sense. You know, deep down, that there are some secrets in this kingdom. I just hope you don’t get blinded like the rest of them......Skyhold has no hope now...

<Scene with King and Vespa> King: There he is, my daughter... Your husband to be.Princess Vespa:... <smiles>

THE END

Princess on screen“THANK YOU FOR PLAYING!!!”<in the voice>

[Knowing backstory]SalazarI don’t know.

[Salazar brings you to the above ending]

[I don’t know.]...Really? You don’t know? I’m pretty sure I told you this the first day you arrived...Well, no matter. Back to Mr. Doe.Your question is...hmm......I really didn’t think I’d need a second tie breaker question...Oh! I’ve got a good one...Who’s the only person in the surrounding area who thinks I’m a bad king?Vladimir: ...Mike.KC: Correct! You win!I’ve finally found a suitor for my daughter!Wait right here, I’ll go get Princess Vespa, so you can finally meet her face to face!<King Leaves>Vladimir: ...Hold up a second, you....If you really wanted to win this contest, you at least would have guessed a name instead of saying “I don’t know...” Who are you? What do you know?...A man told you all of that? ...Well... then I suppose I must offer you my thanks. You had the contest and the Princess in the palm of your hand, but you let it all go for the greater good. And for that, I thank you.Things will change... Everything will go back to the way it was... BEFORE Rue.Of course, this will not be easy... Changing the mindset of the entire addicted country will not be a walk in the park.When I am eventually King... Can I count on your assistance in this daunting task?...That’s good to hear. Once again, I thank you, friend.Anyways...the King will be back in soon, so we’ll have to wrap this up.I’m glad to know I have at least one person on my side...Thank you.

CONGRADYOOLASHINS! YOU R TEH HEROE! Seriously, give yourself a pat on the back. You have been nothing but selfless this whole game. Absolutely the most level-

headed player I’ve ever seen. Bravo. Seriously. Standing O.

TEAM BORING

Andrew Strout (ajstrout)Maxwell Perlman (mhperlman)Mark Foster (mjfoster)

A Sequitur Adventure

“You’ll Rue the day you came to Ezo...”

Princess Vespa of the Kingdom Ezo is about to come of age, and must choose her husband. Due to her indecisiveness, her father, King Charles, has decided to hold a contest for eligible gentlemen to gain his daughters hand in marriage. This is your chance! Familiarize yourself with the citizens of Ezo to prepare yourself for the King’s upcoming contest. You will need to surpass your rival John Doe and prove your worth, winning the hand of Princess Vespa! But don’t be too hasty! If you take the time to delve a little deeper, you will find there is much more to Ezo than you ever imagined...

· Discover the secrets of the Kingdom of Ezo!· Ask the right questions to extract scandals and rumors from the townsfolk!· Explore a deep, exciting, and surprising adventure!· Featuring an all original score!

Our game really hasn’t strayed very far from our treatment. Our core gameplay mechanic mentioned in the treatment - asking people about other people and extracting hints from their dialogue - is indeed present in our final game. We spent a great deal of time making our dialogue subtle, but informative, and the voiceovers really help imply extra meaning that isn’t explicitly stated in the text. Our other major feature was the story, and that has also remained very similar to our treatment. The only significant difference is that the history of Skyhold was changed slightly in order to make it more realistic, and less utopian. The thing that’s changed the most is the user interface. The GUI presented in the treatment was a bit too complex for our game, so we simplified it.

In the original interface, there were exclamation points appearing over characters, and multiple menus to navigate through to simply talk to a person. We realized there was no need for those exclamation points, and that we could simplify the conversation interface to require one menu. Also, the “travelling to different screens” arrows have been slightly modified. Instead of having a map with locations to click on, we have a hub area (Town Square) with six arrows that bring you to each of the different locations. The art style has remained the same, and the overall feel we were going for has been preserved in our final product. Despite these few changes, our finished game looks remarkably similar to the game we pitched in our treatment.

All Character Art is Property of Nexon Backgrounds for Town Square, Lake, Castle

[Introduce Ourselves]

Andrew: ...and we are Team Boring. And THIS is our game, A Sequitur Adventure. In a nutshell, it’s an investigation game.

Max: The main goal of the game is to find out all of the secret information you can in order to pass a final quiz given by the King.

Mark: The entire game can be played with only a mouse, and you talk to people and move around the game world by clicking on things.

Andrew: The game features over 400 unique lines of fully voiced dialogue, three different endings, and a (hopefully) interesting and compelling story.

Max: One of the core ideas of the game is the juxtaposition of two differing tones. The game puts on this happy, carefree front, but hides a darker, more serious backstory.

Mark: Now, our playthroughs turned out to last over 40 minutes if we listened to every single word that every character said. Obviously, we have NOWHERE NEAR that much time, so we’re gonna start playing as soon as possible, and we’ll be skipping a great deal of content.

Andrew: Okay, Mark will be our game pilot, and the three of us will give you some commentary and answer any questions you may have.