For those who like to collect information, here is everything Rory has ever said to me via PM, in chronological order. Privately contained conversations with NPCs are, sadly, often never revealed to the public for archival purposes, and I feel every quote counts. I hope I am not betraying his confidence; data is often released after an experiment is over, correct?
And yes, I realize how melodramatic I got near the end.
xp But can you blame me for getting pulled into the story?
[NPC] Labtech Rory (in his friend request)
It is always good to have friends.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
As I said in your journal (sorry for, uh, writing in your journal by the way
sweatdrop ), feel free to contact me. I may be of some help with whatever you're looking for, and I'm very knowledgeable about the events of the past six years.
3nodding
I saw Gambino just yesterday! Why are so many following me around and telling me he is dead? Is this some sort of prank Frank put you up to? I still feel sick, let me recover first! Though you might be of aid, I have not yet decided for what. Keep near.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
Hello again. You may recall me from previous encounters. I want you to know I am in full support of...whatever it is you're doing. If I can be of any assistance, please let me know.
Just out of curiosity, do you work in sublevel 29? I know some of the labtechs there and was wondering if you may be one of them.
How can you support something if you do not understand the aim? Regardless it is good to know that there is at least one among many who is not out to send me to an early grave. I'm afraid that where I work is confidential information, however.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
I can't help but notice you have been acting strangely...more frantic than you had been. I know you're hiding something very important, something that is being threatened. Know this: we of the Thread are fully behind you. If you choose to confide in us, we will not use it against you, for we only want your trust and approval.
I knew a labtech once who insisted on isolating himself for his work. Eventually, his mind simply broke. Do not think that you need be alone.
The deadline is approaching and my work is yet incomplete! There are thousands of you to sort through and it is not my goal to give any more or less attention to any given one of you. They are pursuing me, threatening me, standing against Mr. Gambino and all we have yet to do. They will pay dearly.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
The G-Virus. I was unaware you knew of it. What would happen if, say, one were to take a syringe of it and use it as a murder weapon? If the secrets are in danger, what must be done must be done, and the most recent experiment may well be the only tool around for those with certain job assignments at certain times of the day. It's a cell combiner, so would it not combine the dead cells and the living cells, resulting in something...shall we say, undead? I am merely hypothesizing and harbor no ill will, but in the wrong hands...or in a state of emergency...anything, even the simplest of solutions, can end life as we know it. Surely you understand, being such a highly capable scientist? And in a world where scientific advances are made every day by skilled professionals with a massive budget, is anything truly inconceivable?
How can it be that you understand the specifics of this closely guarded experimental virus? Who told you!? Mr. Gambino will kill me if I do not put a stop to this madness. I do not believe that it would work in such a fashion though it is still in the experimental stages. Why would it be used as a weapon though? That is not the given intent of the serum and I am not sure that I feel I should be discussing this topic. Mr. Gambino must be informed.
I know much of G Corp and its doings. I have escaped notice until now, but it is urgent that I relay this message. 013 was planning to reveal the secrets to the world. His superior was forced to take immediate action to prevent that from happening. A syringe was the only nearby object. That Halloween, disaster ensued. I urge you to consider the possibility that you were asleep for much, much longer than you know. Many things have happened. You must believe me, or you will not survive.
013 is just fine the last time I saw him, and Halloween is not here yet. I do not know what your motives are but I will not be led astray by this illogical speak of life beyond death.
[NPC] Labtech Rory (on my profile)
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
I hear my colleague has been talking with you while I was busy elsewhere. Tell me, what understanding have you gained? I apologize for the manner in which I attempted to force your mind open; believe me, I would not have put myself at mortal risk by revealing my knowledge were I not sure it was the only method left at my disposal. Surely now, though, you are beginning to see.
I remain, as always, within range. Let me know how I can help you.
Understanding lacks undeniable evidence. I must have subjects in order to reach a verdict. I have worked for Mr. Gambino for many years now and in none of them have we contracted the living dead or aliens.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
Here is a copy of the news report on the arrival of the Zurg.
Here is an organization housing a large number of them.
My colleague Deusy, with whom you have had conversation, is a live example of the living dead subset called "Grombies", which were the results of bites from infected Grunnies; I'm sure she would not object to experimentation.
Another colleague, who is one of the original, G-Virus-created zombies. Also part of my loyalist group, and would likely submit to experimentation.
An addendum should be made to my list of experiments. I do not know what you are trying to convey but you are somehow speaking blue!
...Speaking blue? They're hyperlinks...you click on them...
I would have to be at a computer terminal to click on a link. We are just talking here and some people share photos.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
Hey, listen. I know you're upset and confused and you have to know we are here to help you. We have reason to suspect something very bad will happen soon and if you don't trust us, you will become a victim. What I said in my last PM is true. All of it. You can choose to believe it's 2004 or whatever year you like, but I'm telling you, nobody is disappointed in you. They are simply hiding. And the lab...oh, I've said it all already. Please, we don't like seeing you like this. This is exactly what happened to 247...the truth broke through his defenses, and he broke down. We failed to prevent it then. We must save you now.
By whatever means necessary.
I will bear the things said to me in mind while I seek the truth for myself. I will go there and see with my eyes what is real.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
Why is it that you seem to stop by my cluster almost exclusively while I am not present? Are you afraid of me? I apologize for my pushiness in the past. We have grown to quite enjoy your company and your projects; please do not hold my constant inquiries against my fellow scientists.
I have spent too much time constrained to a single location. Anyone who is or is not present at the time of my visit is coincidence only.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
Kestin Sha
I have explained to you everything you need to know. The answers are all there, whether you want to believe them or not. Ignore the masses. Stay with us. We may be a dream, we may not be, but you have the choice whether or not to make it a nightmare. Please...don't give up on us. We just want to help. You've given us purpose, Rory. You've brought us together. Given us something to get caught up in. How can I be a dream when I feel more alive than I ever have?
We'll never give up on you. I promise. Please don't push us away.
Curious words with everything else that is being spoken by the people who wander this place. The situation I find myself in is illogical and being in a dream is the most likely answer.
[NPC] Labtech Rory
LabTech Kestin
I know you do not wish for me to bother you any more, but...good luck, okay? Whatever happens, we're all behind you.
There is a sharp difference between being busy and being bothered. I am not bothered by your presence but I do have much that I must tend to before the deadline.
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