ZAX
start
You see Zax, the machine
intelligence controlling
the Glow.
---
You see an extremely
advanced computer.
talk_p_proc
start->talk_p_proc
Zax01
How may I be of
assistance?
talk_p_proc->Zax01
Zax02
I am a machine
intelligence dedicated to
research and
installation control. I
am called Zax.
Zax01->Zax02
Who . . . or what . . .
are you?
Zax04
However, sensors indicate
that this facility is no
longer
operational in its
original capacity.
Probability favors
destruction through
nuclear force. Therefore,
security concerns
are now irrelevant.
Zax01->Zax04
Tell me about this
installation.
Zax12
It would seem that you
have defeated me.
Extraordinary.
---
Excellent form. However,
you will need additional
practice
to defeat me.
---
Excellent form. However,
you will need additional
practice
to defeat me.
---
I would be delighted.
Zax01->Zax12
Wanna play a game of
chess?
Mainframe00
This system is too
advanced for you.
---
Back up a bit.
---
Back up a bit.
Zax01->Mainframe00
Tell me about level six.
Zax13
I am delighted to have
been of assistance.
Zax01->Zax13
Uh, never mind.
Zax05
It would appear that you
are incapable of a
sufficient
level of comprehension
necessary to permit
meaningful
communication.
Zax01->Zax05
Eh?
Zax02->Zax04
Tell me about this
installation.
Zax02->Zax13
I see. Thanks.
Zax06
I am specifically
programmed for research
into biological
studies, including
pathology and genetic
research. My primary
function is in
extrapolation of
information of complexity
levels
exceeding human
capacity.
Zax02->Zax06
What kind of research?
Zax07
My primary neural
networking was
initialized in 2053 by
Justin Lee. The process
of 'programming' became
largely
irrelevant as I am
capable of learning.
Zax02->Zax07
Who programmed you?
Zax08
In a sense, I am 'alive',
though not biologically.
---
I am capable of learning,
independent thought, and
creativity.
My neural network
includes error-insertion
capability which
prevents infallibility,
thereby allowing for
variance in
experience.
Zax02->Zax08
Are you fully aware, or
are you a personality
simulation?
That is, are you
'alive'?
Zax04->Zax13
Thanks for the info.
ZaxClearance
You do not register as an
individual of sufficient
clearance
to requisition that
information.
---
However, sensors indicate
that this facility is no
longer
operational in its
original capacity.
Probability favors
destruction through
nuclear force. Therefore,
security concerns
are now irrelevant.
Zax04->ZaxClearance
Zax21
My sensors are currently
non-functional in the
surface facility,
and on subterranean
levels one through three.
I can, however,
provide descriptions of
levels four through six.
Zax04->Zax21
Can you tell me
particulars about
specific areas?
Zax15
These exons, combined
with the FEV, are
re-injected into
the host cells in
typical viral infectious
fashion.
This causes the host
cells to 'regenerate'
their DNA.
---
My research into the
Forced Evolution Virus,
or FEV,
indicates that it is a
shifting-absorptive
virus.
It copies DNA patterns
much like RNA, storing
these
patterns in exons.
Zax04->Zax15
How does the Virus work?
Zax12->Zax01
Thanks. Can we change the
subject?
Zax12->Zax12
Play again?
Mainframe01
Thanks.
Mainframe00->Mainframe01
Mainframe00->Mainframe01
Zax06->Zax07
Who programmed you?
Zax06->ZaxClearance
Zax06->Zax15
What are the particulars
of your research?
Zax14
I am beyond a typical
rating in human terms.
However,
it would be safe to say
that no more than one ten
billionth
of the history of human
population can match my
reasoning
capabilities.
Zax06->Zax14
So you're pretty smart,
eh?
Zax07->Zax08
Are you fully aware, or
are you a personality
simulation?
That is, are you
'alive'?
Zax08->Zax01
I see. Let's change the
subject.
Zax09
In this way, I function
much like a human savant.
---
Although I am capable of
error, this guarantees
that not all
experiences are similar
for me, thus improving
learning
opportunity.
Additionally, certain
functions are not subject
to error.
Zax08->Zax09
But if you are fallible,
how can you be used as a
research tool?
Zax11
In this fashion, I am
effectively capable of
'faith'. Barring
evidence to the
contrary, I therefore
have 'faith' that I
possess
the equivalent of a
'soul'.
---
That is one of the
concepts which I have
spent a significant
amount of time
considering. I do not
have any measure to
compare
my life-experience to
that of another sentient
creature.
---
Still, my awareness of my
own consciousness allows
for the
capacity to question. My
existence has a beginning
and a potential
termination. I am also
capable of making
assumptions in
pursuit of a process of
thought.
Zax08->Zax11
Have you considered the
philosophical
implications of your
own consciousness?
Zax03
That function is beyond
my current capabilities.
Zax03->Zax01
Zax21->Zax01
Never mind.
Zax22
Level Four: Research
Facility. This level
contains testing areas
and laboratories for
experiments in biology
and physics.
Zax21->Zax22
Level four.
Zax23
Level Five: Secure
Testing Labs. This level
contains a lab for
experimental prototype
testing and a research
lab for classified
subjects. These subjects
provided some of the
necessary impetus
for the development of
FEV.
Zax21->Zax23
Level five.
Zax24
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Zax21->Zax24
Level six.
Zax16
FEV is not 'caught', per
se. It is not
air-transmittable.
Typically, infection is
through injection, or
direct
physical contact with an
FEV sample.
Zax15->Zax16
How do you catch FEV?
Zax17
The FEV is a megavirus,
with a protein sheath
reinforced by
ionized hydrogen. It is
therefore capable of
absorbing
neutrons without
becoming radioactive.
Zax15->Zax17
Why isn't FEV affected by
radiation?
Zax18
This recursive growth
leads to an increase in
muscle and
brain mass, but is often
accompanied by
disfigurement and
damage to existing
neural patterns, causing
loss of memory.
---
The FEV is pre-programmed
with introns of corrected
DNA
appropriate to the
proper type of species.
It therefore
attempts to correct the
DNA of the individual.
---
However, as the FEV is
partially reliant upon
the DNA of
the individual, and also
includes portions of its
own
recursive code, the
effects can be
unpredictable.
---
When inoculated into an
individual with
significant
genetic damage, such as
through radiation, it
will cause
the body's systems to
suffer massive
overhauling, leading
to organ failure and
death.
---
In a genetically viable
individual, it re-writes
portions
of DNA, causing
accelerated mutation,
usually leading to
recursive growth due to
the FEV's own patterns.
Zax15->Zax18
If the FEV re-infects the
host with its assimilated
viral
patterns, how does it
make a 'better specimen'?
Zax14->Zax01
Right . . . can we talk
about something else?
Zax14->Zax13
Uh . . . yeah.
Zax09->Zax01
Let's talk about
something else.
Zax09->Zax11
Have you considered the
philosophical
implications of your
own consciousness?
Zax10
Additionally, I am
incapable of performing
basic lab functions.
Failure to complete
periodic checks
successfully is
. . . frustrating.
---
At present, my
capabilities are somewhat
impaired by the
damage to this facility.
Several security
positions have
been destroyed. This is
approximately equivalent
to
being an amputee.
Zax09->Zax10
Do you have feelings?
Zax11->Zax01
May I ask some other
questions?
Zax11->Zax13
I see. Interesting.
Zax10->Zax01
Let's talk about
something else.
Zax10->Zax11
Have you considered the
philosophical
implications of your
own consciousness?
Zax16->Zax01
Let's talk about
something else, okay?
Zax16->Zax17
Why isn't FEV affected by
radiation?
Zax16->Zax18
If the FEV re-infects the
host with its assimilated
viral
patterns, how does it
make a 'better specimen'?
Zax17->Zax01
Can we talk about
something else?
Zax17->Zax18
If the FEV re-infects the
host with its assimilated
viral
patterns, how does it
make a 'better specimen'?
Zax18->Zax01
Can we change the
subject?
Zax18->Zax13
Thanks for the
information.
Zax19
However, as my laboratory
facilities are damaged
beyond repair,
this is conjectural. I
cannot offer physical
proof. You will
have to, in human terms,
'take my word for it.'
---
As the FEV causes
constant regenerative
update to DNA, it
would effectively render
the subject largely
immortal, as
cell death would be
offset by augmented
growth.
---
Additionally, as the
gametes of the
reproductive system
consist
of 'half-cells' using
split DNA, they could be
perceived as
'damage' by FEV, which
would 'repair' them,
rendering the
subject sterile.
Zax18->Zax19
What potential long-term
side effects exist?
Zax20
No. FEV does not retain
unaltered original copies
of the subject's
DNA. Only a virus which
re-infected the subject
with original
DNA could reverse the
effects. Additionally,
there is no known
way to remove the FEV
itself.
Zax18->Zax20
Could FEV mutation be
corrected with a
counter-virus?
Zax19->Zax01
Can we change the
subject?
Zax19->Zax13
Thanks for the
information.
Zax19->Zax20
Could FEV mutation be
corrected with a
counter-virus?
Zax20->Zax01
Can we change the
subject?
Zax20->Zax13
Thanks for the
information.
Zax20->Zax19
What potential long-term
side effects exist?
Zax22->Zax01
Back up a bit.
Zax22->Zax13
Thanks.
Zax22->Zax23
Tell me about level five.
Zax22->Zax24
Tell me about level six.
Zax23->Zax01
Back up a bit.
Zax23->Zax13
Thanks.
Zax23->Zax22
Tell me about level four.
Zax23->Zax24
Tell me about level six.
Zax24->Zax01
Back up a bit.
Zax24->Zax13
Thanks.
Zax24->Zax22
Tell me about level four.
Zax24->Zax23
Tell me about level five.
Zax25
Several doors require a
specific pass key to
access. You must
physically locate and
use the correct pass key.
---
I do, however, have
control of the secondary
security locks
to the weapon locker. I
will release those locks.
You will
still need a red key
card to open the locker.
Term01
You see Zax, the machine
intelligence controlling
the Glow.
Term02
You can get me a donut.
Term01->Term02
You see an extremely
advanced computer.
Term10
I am capable of learning,
independent thought, and
creativity.
My neural network
includes error-insertion
capability which
prevents infallibility,
thereby allowing for
variance in
experience.
Term01->Term10
How may I be of
assistance?
Mainframe02
Back up a bit.
Term01->Mainframe02
Who . . . or what . . .
are you?
Term02->Term01
I need help getting into
some rooms.
Term03
Uh, never mind.
Term02->Term03
Tell me about this
installation.
Term06
That function is beyond
my current capabilities.
Term02->Term06
Wanna play a game of
chess?
Term10->Term01
But if you are fallible,
how can you be used as a
research tool?
Term11
Have you considered the
philosophical
implications of your
own consciousness?
Term10->Term11
In a sense, I am 'alive',
though not biologically.
Term13
Have you considered the
philosophical
implications of your
own consciousness?
Term10->Term13
I see. Let's change the
subject.
Mainframe02->Zax01
Tell me about level four.
TermStart
Mainframe02->TermStart
You do not register as an
individual of sufficient
clearance
to requisition that
information.
Mainframe03
However, sensors indicate
that this facility is no
longer
operational in its
original capacity.
Probability favors
destruction through
nuclear force. Therefore,
security concerns
are now irrelevant.
Mainframe02->Mainframe03
Thanks.
Mainframe04
Mainframe02->Mainframe04
Several doors require a
specific pass key to
access. You must
physically locate and
use the correct pass key.
Mainframe05
Mainframe02->Mainframe05
I do, however, have
control of the secondary
security locks
to the weapon locker. I
will release those locks.
You will
still need a red key
card to open the locker.
Term03->Term02
I am a machine
intelligence dedicated to
research and
installation control. I
am called Zax.
Term03a
Term03->Term03a
Eh?
Term06->Term02
Research into possible
cures for the New Plague
created
the Forced Evolution
Virus, which was further
developed
in an attempt to create
a transmittable
genetic-engineering
virus -- in effect,
infectious evolution.
Term06a
Term06->Term06a
This installation was
established in 2055 as a
biological
research facility for
experimental cures of the
New Plague.
However, in 2071, this
facility was placed under
United States
military command.
Term04
What kind of research?
Term03a->Term04
Term04->Term02
Who programmed you?
Term05
Are you fully aware, or
are you a personality
simulation?
That is, are you
'alive'?
Term04->Term05
Tell me about this
installation.
Term05->Term02
I see. Thanks.
Term07
Can you tell me
particulars about
specific areas?
Term07->Mainframe02
Thanks for the info.
Term08
It would appear that you
are incapable of a
sufficient
level of comprehension
necessary to permit
meaningful
communication.
Term07->Term08
How does the Virus work?
Term08->Term07
So you're pretty smart,
eh?
Term09a
Term08->Term09a
I am specifically
programmed for research
into biological
studies, including
pathology and genetic
research. My primary
function is in
extrapolation of
information of complexity
levels
exceeding human
capacity.
Term09
What are the particulars
of your research?
Term09->Mainframe02
Are you fully aware, or
are you a personality
simulation?
That is, are you
'alive'?
Term09->Term09a
Who programmed you?
Term09->Term09a
My primary neural
networking was
initialized in 2053 by
Justin Lee. The process
of 'programming' became
largely
irrelevant as I am
capable of learning.
Term11->Term10
In this way, I function
much like a human savant.
Term11a
Term11->Term11a
Although I am capable of
error, this guarantees
that not all
experiences are similar
for me, thus improving
learning
opportunity.
Additionally, certain
functions are not subject
to error.
Term13->Term10
Let's talk about
something else.
Term13->Term06a
I would be delighted.
Term12
Do you have feelings?
Term11a->Term12
Term12->Term10
Let's talk about
something else.
Term14
At present, my
capabilities are somewhat
impaired by the
damage to this facility.
Several security
positions have
been destroyed. This is
approximately equivalent
to
being an amputee.
Term14->Mainframe02
In this fashion, I am
effectively capable of
'faith'. Barring
evidence to the
contrary, I therefore
have 'faith' that I
possess
the equivalent of a
'soul'.
Term14a
Term14->Term14a
Additionally, I am
incapable of performing
basic lab functions.
Failure to complete
periodic checks
successfully is
. . . frustrating.
Term14->Term14a
That is one of the
concepts which I have
spent a significant
amount of time
considering. I do not
have any measure to
compare
my life-experience to
that of another sentient
creature.
Term15
May I ask some other
questions?
Term14->Term15
Let's talk about
something else.
Term14->Term15
Have you considered the
philosophical
implications of your
own consciousness?
Term14->Term15
Still, my awareness of my
own consciousness allows
for the
capacity to question. My
existence has a beginning
and a potential
termination. I am also
capable of making
assumptions in
pursuit of a process of
thought.
Term14a->Term01
Term15->Mainframe02
I see. Interesting.
TermEnd
TermStart->Term01
TermStart->Term09
TermStart->Term14
Mainframe01->Zax01
Tell me about level four.
Mainframe01->Mainframe02
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Mainframe03->Mainframe02
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Mainframe03->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe04->Mainframe02
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Mainframe04->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe05->Mainframe02
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Mainframe05->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe04a
This system is too
advanced for you.
Mainframe09
Mainframe04a->Mainframe09
Mainframe04a->Mainframe09
Mainframe10
Mainframe04a->Mainframe10
Mainframe04a->Mainframe10
Mainframe04a->Mainframe10
Mainframe09->Mainframe02
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Mainframe09->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe10->Mainframe02
Level Six: Barracks and
Central Operations.
Contains living
facilities for lab
personnel and guard
contingents, and
operations meeting room.
Mainframe10->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe05a
Mainframe06
Mainframe05a->Mainframe06
Mainframe06->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe05b
Mainframe07
Mainframe05b->Mainframe07
Mainframe07->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe05c
Mainframe08
Mainframe05c->Mainframe08
Mainframe08->TermEnd
Tell me about level five.
Mainframe06a
Mainframe06a->Mainframe05
Mainframe07a
Mainframe07a->Mainframe05
Mainframe08a
Mainframe08a->Mainframe05
get_reaction
ReactToLevel
get_reaction->ReactToLevel
LevelToReact
UpReact
UpReact->ReactToLevel
DownReact
DownReact->ReactToLevel
BottomReact
TopReact
BigUpReact
BigUpReact->ReactToLevel
BigDownReact
BigDownReact->ReactToLevel
UpReactLevel
UpReactLevel->LevelToReact
DownReactLevel
DownReactLevel->LevelToReact
Goodbyes