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[a_shadow]

who do I need to threaten to find out the truth about this place

'gods'? you expect me to believe that shit?

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[storyseeker]

I don't think it's necessary to think of them that way. But they aren't human, and they have more power than anyone who's been brought here. 'Gods' is useful enough shorthand, at least. I don't get into the theology myself.

[a_shadow]

I've been told plenty so far to help me understand, at least. I sure don't give them that place in my mind.

[storyseeker]

I'm glad to hear that. People can be pretty helpful here; we were all lost on arrival once.

Just don't underestimate them, even if you don't believe in them that way.

[a_shadow]

I'll keep that in mind, then. I don't want to find myself flat-footed.

[storyseeker]

I wouldn't worry about it too much.

So you're new, right? Is there anything else you want to know? We've all been there, feel free to ask anything.

[a_shadow]

yeah, just arrived. I am curious about one thing...and this'll probably sound weird but. where did they get a body for me? I didn't have one where I came from.

[storyseeker]

[There's a brief pause before her reply comes.]

I'm sorry? What do you mean, you didn't have a body?

[a_shadow]

I'm an AI. I was implanted in a host where I came from. I'm not with him here—I'm in a human body.

[storyseeker]

[Well. That's not the most surprising thing she's ever heard, but it'd in the top five.]

Like a computer? But now you're not?

That must be quite an adjustment.