The Syndicate

Dragon D. Luffy wrote: ↑Sat Feb 01, 2020 8:53 am
Quin wrote: ↑Sat Feb 01, 2020 8:50 am
sprityo wrote: ↑Sat Feb 01, 2020 8:22 am Overall I hope the aspect of-

What is good for yourself /versus/ what is good overall was recognized.

in the end Hope in finding the mafia and finishing the job beat out ending the game to win.
This is the idea that underpinned the game for us as hosts - it really was a social experiment, and we went into this to see if this kind of spin was something players are receptive to. We were (and are, I guess) fully prepared for this to be a trainwreck. Whatever you thought of it, I hope it helps inspire your next mafia game design - I wanna play unique stuff!
There was a game where I was cult leader and I decided to reveal myself to make an alliance with town to take down the mafia.

They refused to even talk to me, and gladly lynched me knowing that would make the mafia win.

Town seems to love taking character over winning. Not that I entirely disagree with it, but it's curious how this game seems to bring such herosim from people.

I did essentially the same thing in A Series of Unfortunate Events. I could almost guarantee that town and the two independent teams could all win together if town agreed to not lynch the final mafia (everyone knew it was Sorsha) for one more day, but even though town believed everything I said (that I'm aware of - and I wasn't lying) they made the choice to end the game and I missed out on the win. It was sad.

Rej didn't win because... (DR1 spoilers, don't click if you intend to play the game)

Spoiler: show

sprityo wrote: ↑Sat Feb 01, 2020 8:22 am Overall I hope the aspect of-

What is good for yourself /versus/ what is good overall was recognized.

in the end Hope in finding the mafia and finishing the job beat out ending the game to win.

This is the idea that underpinned the game for us as hosts - it really was a social experiment, and we went into this to see if this kind of spin was something players are receptive to. We were (and are, I guess) fully prepared for this to be a trainwreck. Whatever you thought of it, I hope it helps inspire your next mafia game design - I wanna play unique stuff!

It's Monokuma Theater!

You wanna know why I hate video games?

You might not believe this, but I had a best friend once.

Actually, he was my *only* friend. But unlike me, he had all kinds of friends.

So me and him were at his house one day, when a big group of guys showed up to hang out.

They'd just bought the latest big-budget video game.

They sat there lost in the game, passing the controller back and forth, for hours.

But not me...

I just sat there watching. That's right, I just watched! What's wrong with that!? I didn't care!

Just by watching, I was able to nail down all the best strategies!

Even though I never actually played it!

And I don't plan on ever playing it in the future, either!

Host post will be delayed tonight as I'm in a meeting. Still, Night doesn't end for another 2 hours so get your actions in if you haven't already.

It's Monokuma Theater!

Little kids have it so easy...

Cuz they can put Li'l in front of their name, and right off the bat everyone thinks they're cute!

Well fine then! I want everyone to start calling me Li'l Monokuma!

See? Just by adding that, my cuteness goes up by at least like, 10%. Right?

Yeah, the world doesn't have nearly enough "Li'l"s!

More "Li'l"s would lead to the salvation of the world!

Just imagine... "Li'l Arsonist," "Li'l War Criminal," "Li'l Destruction of the Environment"...!

"Li'l Hit and Run," "Li'l Death Tax," "Li'l Great Depression"!

Even the darkest subject can suddenly become brighter!

Our dreams are expanding-ding-ding!

It's Monokuma Theater!

Hey, do you have a second? I wanna confide in you...

It's about the prevailing world attitude right now.

The difference between passive and active. I mean...

For example, it's the difference between like, "Oops! I killed him," and, "Yeah that's right. I killed him."

Amazingly, there are tons of people who don't understand the difference. Can you believe it!?

But there's a HUGE difference between "Oops!" and "That's right." You know what I'm saying, right?

Anyone can kill someone in the heat of the moment. But surprisingly few can do it with calculated intent.

To make that choice, then put it into action, it's way harder than just letting your emotions lead you.

It's all about preparation. Resolve.

So maybe you're wondering, what's the point I'm trying to make?

Well, I'm not totally sure myself. Maybe you should try reading between the lines. (host note: don't try reading between the lines)

A body has been discovered!

Spoiler: show

Day 5 starts now and ends in 24 hours.

It's Monokuma Theater!

If fate does exist...

Does that mean your future is decided the moment you're born?

If all your yesterdays pile up to create your tomorrow...

Is your future as final as your past?

I just don't know.

That's why I'm still alive-because I don't know. That's why I desperately cling to life!

It's Monokuma Theater!

Whenever I spot a cute girl, I have a tendency to stare.

I can't help it-I just gaze with intensity.

The other day, I rode my bike to the train station...

I was in the bathroom, just looking at myself in the mirror...

Morning Announcment from Headmaster Monokuma

Good morning, everyone! The sunday is ending and you all have to go to work tomorrow! Oh sorry, was that mean? It's just that now that I have been outed I got very few opportunities to be evil, so I gotta seize what I can!

Poor Jack. All bold and smart. He caught Monokuma, alright. He was the king of the hill, unlynchable, record whiter than a ghost, but that didn't stop him from receving the wrath of tinfoil. And now he's lost the game.

My dear students, you have entered a dimension most of you know very little about. It is called "Pre-2015 Syndicate". In this dimension, death means defeat. There is no room for heroism, for a hero is a loser. Is this fair? Of course it's not, that's why we stopped doing it. But there are certain advantages to it, such as forcing players to acrually be smart and not give away their best cards. Or else! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

But hey, here you do have the option of joining Despair! The Pink Bitch always accepts followers. She doesn't promise she will love you, cuz I'm pretty sure she is not capable of love, but she will be able to show you a way to view the world you have never pictured before. And bloody, violent and exciting way.

Have a nice fourth day! May today's horseman be more merciful than the first three.

You know... I didn't see this coming, but it looks like we're getting some transfer students!

[mention]speedchuck[/mention] has replaced Creature.

[mention]sabie12[/mention] has replaced Fayt.

I wonder where the originals went... I hope they didn't escape.

A body has been discovered!

Spoiler: show

Day 4 starts now and ends in 23 hours. That's the poll time minus an hour, for those of you who are bad at math.

Apologies for the late host post. I wound up suddenly busy for the past hour. Posts and things coming up.

It's Monokuma Theater!

Mr. Monokuma... Mr. Monokuma, do you have a second?

I...I don't really like myself. I don't really have any skill or hobby I can say I'm super good at...

And my grades are totally average too. My reflexes are okay. Not great, not awful.

I could get into a decent college, where I'd make a few friends. Maybe even find a normal girlfriend...

Which is exactly why I don't like who I am!

I understand that now!

My life is just one giant copy-paste!

I don't have any imagination! I'm a perfectly average cardboard cutout!

You see what I mean, right Mr. Monokuma!?

It's Monokuma Theater!

Imagine you're all in a big spaceship, in the middle of an intergalactic adventure.

You've heard of Noah's Ark, right? We're sort of like that. We've set sail and left Earth behind!

Here you don't have to worry about crazy neighbors, corrupt cops, drunk drivers, or pyromaniacs!

You don't have to worry about the ozone layer, or the asthma-inducing air pollution!

And of course, you don't have to stress about studying for finals or practicing for the big game! But...

But even our divine world of freedom has a few rules.

After all, freedom can only exist *because* of rules.

If you're really dead set on returning to that tiny piece of dog poop you call Earth...

...please do your best to follow the rules. I hope I've made myself perfectly clear.

So then, let's everyone do our best to follow these new guidelines and live happily ever after together!

It's Monokuma Theater!

I need an immediate, fast-acting pick-me-up!

If it doesn't act now, it's the same thing as giving in to regret.

What do you think guides the word? Speed, of course!

That's why Formula One drivers are so popular!

An idiot can accomplish something if they take it slow.

Even a human piece of excrement could create a masterpiece if they spent their entire life on it!

Someone who does things in a timely fashion is both wise and admirable.

Straight is better than a curve or an angle. Freestyle is better than the backstroke or breaststroke!

Drive-thru is better than sit-down! A Sunday comic artist is smarter than a graphic novelist!

What I'm saying is, speed is the gold standard of the standard world.

Which is why I said I need that pick-me-up!

(Meanwhile, 0.000002 seconds later...)

First host post has been updated with ISO links. You're going to use them to kill each other right? I'll delete them if you don't!

I realised I forgot to set up ISO links like I said I would last night. I won't have time for another few hours but I'll update you when it's done.

Poll is up! At this stage you should assume Day 2 ends as the poll closes and not at the usual time - sprityo or I will tell you if that changes. If not, we will compensate by shortening Night 2 to get back on track.

It's Monokuma Theater!

Ahem, so...I'm sure you've noticed the killing game has begun, but...

...there's still room for a little laughter.

It seems our newest students, already so filled with despair, still have some hope of escape!

Puhuhu... So when will it begin?

When will their hope begin to die?

Is it time yet? Is it time!?

Heartpounding excitement!

A body has been discovered!

Spoiler: show

Day 2 starts now and ends in 24 hours. The poll and thread updates will be delayed about an hour as I'm about to head into a meeting. Can I even create a poll? Who knows? Not me. I'm just a bear.

It's Monokuma Theater!

In any school, Mr. Monokuma would be a kind teacher. But when I think about what's coming up...

...I'm just so full of pride and joy.

Our ceremony earlier today was absolutely splendid. Thank you all very much.

Remember that you're all students of Hope's Peak Academy, and strive to refine your ideals.

I swear to you, I will send you all off into a new tomorrow!

TonyStarkPrime wrote: ↑Tue Jan 21, 2020 11:58 pm @sprityo this isn’t a game question so I’ll ask here: are there ISO links somewhere in the very long intro?

There is not. I can edit them in when I get home if sprityo doesn't do it before then, but it would make me beary happy if someone could do it and I could just copy and paste it in.

Turnip Head wrote: ↑Tue Jan 21, 2020 11:16 pm Is there some reason we're not permitted to go to the underground sex dungeon?

That area opens up after the special Bathhouse event.

JaggedJimmyJay wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:06 pm
sprityo wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 9:02 pm
JaggedJimmyJay wrote: ↑Sun Jan 19, 2020 8:59 pm Hey folks, I'll be your moderator on duty / facilitator. If you're feeling crummy, frustrated, or pissed at any point during the game, please PM me. I'll be happy to talk it over with you. Have fun dudes, dudets, and all the rest.
Who's this other bear?! Where is Quin!?!?!
There's a good chance I just overlooked Quin here and am a moron. Quin

If so he'll be an excellent MoD.

Iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit's Punishment Time!

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