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    Synopsis:

    Dialogue with Archivist in House of Hope. He is the person who keep records on all Raphael projects. Half-way between a curator and an accountant, he's incredibly repressed, and obsessed with record-keeping and accounts.

    He's the model of Order and tidiness, but being from the hells, he's also hiding a dark secret. In his case, he's a masochist, and finds the concept of breaking rules thrilling, though he hates to admit it.

    Strict and severe, he will try to keep order unless the player leans on his vices or fears, in which case he'll become flustered and dismiss them to the boudoir.

    How to trigger:

    1. CTY_Main_A
    2. Talk to Archivist
    teleport S_LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist



  • 22.
    Archivist
    : This is delightful. You have what you wanted, but you cannot leave lest all hells break loose.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_State_RaphaelAlerted
    • 9.
      Archivist
      : Ha ha. Ha ha ha! A ho-ho-hopeless situation. Ha ha ha ha ha!devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Event_ArchivistLeft
      End
  • 39.
    Archivist
    : You claimed to be who you are not, stole from my master, and now you expect to leave?devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_State_PlayersStoleMainTreasure
    • 5.
      Archivist
      : The moment you step outside this room, all hells will break loose.devnote
      • 10. [Jump] Jump to Node 9 (1)
  • 49.
    Archivist
    : Dishevelled and with a lingering odour of blood and sweat. I hope you found the boudoir to your liking.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_HasMet_Archivist, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ToldWherePassword, LOW_HouseOfHope_Knows_MasterKeyword
    End
  • 55.
    Archivist
    : The master will deal with you when he returns. And I'll mop up whatever remains.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_HasMet_Archivist, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
    End
  • 56.
    Archivist
    : Not a limb out of place. Either you haven't visited the boudoir yet, or you're more robust than you look.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_HasMet_Archivist, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ToldWherePassword
    End
  • 59.
    Archivist
    : Splendid to see you again, Inquisitor.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ToldWherePassword = False
    • 104. [Jump] Jump to Node 85 (2)
  • 66.
    Archivist
    : A guest? Are you a client of the master, or a visitor from elsewhere in the Hells?devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_HasMet_Archivist = FalseLOW_HouseOfHope_HasMet_Archivist
    • 73.
      Archivist
      : I do not believe you were invited. One moment - I shall consult the visitors' schedule.devnote
      • 133.
        Archivist
        : Hmmm.devnote
        • 125.
          Archivist
          : HMMMM.devnote
          • 86. Player: [PassiveRoll] Roll (Wisdom, Insight) vs 15 (0)
            • 12. [RollResult] True
              • 127.
                Narrator
                : *His eyes flicker back and forth as if he is reading a book. He has the schedule memorised... or it's carved into his eyelids.*LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ScheduleDetected
                • 74.
                  Archivist
                  : Most irregular. The schedule is all but clear. And yet you are here.devnote
                  • 33. Player: I just want to explore the Archive.
                    • 90.
                      Archivist
                      : Be my guest. Even if you're not scheduled for an appointment, this is a civilised place.devnote
                      • 51.
                        Archivist
                        : As long as you don't remove any of the artefacts, nobody will remove your skin.devnote
                        • 109.
                          Archivist
                          : Unless Master Raphael decides otherwise, of course.devnote
                  • 97. Player: Are there any highlights in the collection?
                    • 37. [Alias]
                      • Alias to Node 112
                      • 32. [Alias]
                        • Alias to Node 89
                        • 47. [Alias]
                          • Alias to Node 65
                          • 96.
                            Archivist
                            : And of course, the Orphic Hammer itself is the prize of the collection.devnoteGLO_Monitor_State_MadeDeal = False
                  • 136. Player: I've come for the Hammer.GLO_Monitor_State_MadeDeal = FalseLOW_HouseOfHope_State_AskedAboutMainTreasure
                    • 20.
                      Archivist
                      : Have you indeed? That's splendid.devnote
                      • 117.
                        Archivist
                        : The Orphic Hammer is one of Master Raphael's most prized possessions. You can't have it. You can't even touch it. And I would suggest you don't think about it.devnote
                        • 52. Player: I just want to admire the craftsmanship.Roll (Charisma, Deception) vs 25 (0)
                          • 2. [RollResult] True
                            • 17.
                              Archivist
                              : It is exquisite. The master cast it himself, you know, using metals gathered from the depths of the Hells.devnote['Gale 1', 'Shadowheart 1']
                              • 84. [Jump] Jump to Node 121 (1)
                          • 25. [RollResult] False
                            • 11.
                              Archivist
                              : Excellent! You can admire it with your eyes, from a distance.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
                              End
                        • 64. Player: How about I break bits of you until you change your mind?Roll (Charisma, Intimidation) vs 25 (0)
                          • 36. [RollResult] True
                            • 1. [Alias]
                              • Alias to Node 80
                              • 110. [Alias]
                                • Alias to Node 30
                                • 24. [Alias]
                                  • Alias to Node 83
                                  • 14. [Jump] Jump to Node 27 (1)
                          • 78. [RollResult] False
                            • 79. [Alias]
                              • Alias to Node 53
                              • 81. [Alias] LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
                                End
                                • Alias to Node 123
                        • 15. Player: I think I can use the Hammer to save the world.Roll (Charisma, Persuasion) vs 25 (0)
                          • 31. [RollResult] True
                            • 58.
                              Archivist
                              : The long centuries of pain and suffering must be making me sentimental.devnote['Gale 1', 'Shadowheart 1']
                              • 41.
                                Archivist
                                : If the Hammer can save millions of souls, who am I to stand in your way? After all, a saved world is a fine future prospect for exploitation.devnote
                                • 35. [Jump] Jump to Node 121 (1)
                          • 63. [RollResult] False
                            • 42.
                              Archivist
                              : Which world? There are so many, and so few of them are worth saving.devnote
                              • 6.
                                Archivist
                                : No. I think the Hammer shall stay exactly where it is.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
                                End
                  • 21. Player: I'm a client of Raphael's, and had second thoughts about the terms of my deal.GLO_Monitor_State_MadeDealLOW_HouseOfHope_State_AskedAboutMainTreasure
                    • 13.
                      Archivist
                      : I commend you! Thinking is a marvellous pastime. devnote
                      • 135.
                        Archivist
                        : You should have third, fourth, and fifth thoughts about your deal as well. You can think about all the ways you're never going to break it.devnote
                        • 68. Player: I don't want to break it - Raphael said I could make some edits and clarifications to the wording.Roll (Charisma, Deception) vs 25 (0)
                          • 62. [RollResult] True
                            • 50.
                              Archivist
                              : Tsk. He can be so indulgent of his favourites.devnote
                              • 121.
                                Archivist
                                : While most irregular, I shall take your preposterous request into consideration.devnote
                                • 45.
                                  Archivist
                                  : Submitting the necessary paperwork will take no more than six infernal cycles, amounting to thirty-seven of your mortal years.devnote
                                  • 67.
                                    Archivist
                                    : I recommend you indulge in the pleasurable torments of the boudoir while you wait. devnote
                                    • 27.
                                      Archivist
                                      : [TagAnswer]
                                      • 82.
                                        Archivist
                                        : Sadly, and to my shame, my key has slipped from my pocket. You will have to penetrate the boudoir's depths using your own cunning.LOW_HouseOfHope_State_HasBoudoirKey = False
                                        • Link to Node 19
                                      • 57.
                                        Archivist
                                        : It is where Raphael conducts his most private matters of business and pleasure. You will need this to gain access.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_State_HasBoudoirKeyLOW_HouseOfHope_State_GiveBoudoirKey
                                        • 19.
                                          Archivist
                                          : The resident favours their favourites. Satisfy them, and they may put in a good word on your behalf.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ToldWherePassword
                                          End
                          • 18. [RollResult] False
                            • 113.
                              Archivist
                              : That would be most irregular.devnote
                              • 131.
                                Archivist
                                : Why not wait here until the master returns? He'll be able to verify your extraordinary claim immediately.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
                                End
                        • 108. Player: How about I break bits of you until you tell me how to get what I want?Roll (Charisma, Intimidation) vs 25 (0)
                          • 8. [RollResult] True
                            • 80.
                              Archivist
                              : I'd rather you didn't. My spine has only just healed from the last time the master shattered it.devnote['Astarion 1', 'Lae'zel 1', 'Wyll 1', 'Karlach 1', 'Minthara 1']
                              • 30.
                                Archivist
                                : Wholly deserved, of course. I spilled a glass of Baatezu Blood Wine on one of his favourite portraits.devnote
                                • 83.
                                  Archivist
                                  : Perhaps you could work off some of this aggression in the boudoir.devnote
                                  • 0. [Jump] Jump to Node 27 (1)
                          • 29. [RollResult] False
                            • 53.
                              Archivist
                              : There are few bits of me that haven't been broken already. devnote
                              • 123.
                                Archivist
                                : You're more than welcome to do your very worst. I'll have the guards stop you if it starts to tickle.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome['Astarion -1', 'Lae'zel -1', 'Karlach -1', 'Minthara -1']
                                End
                        • 137. Player: Raphael won't care about losing one measly contract. Just let me have it, and I'll leave.Roll (Charisma, Persuasion) vs 25 (0)
                          • 48. [RollResult] True
                            • 118.
                              Archivist
                              : Your presence is already an irritant more distressing than the stings of a thousand hellwasps, so I would prefer that you do leave.devnote['Gale 1', 'Shadowheart 1']
                              • 124.
                                Archivist
                                : Take your insolent buzzing to the boudoir. You won't learn any manners there, but you might expand your imagination.devnote
                                • 92.
                                  Archivist
                                  : Or have your tongue twisted so tightly you won't be able to bother me with your outrageous requests.devnote
                                  • 102. [Jump] Jump to Node 27 (1)
                          • 129. [RollResult] False
                            • 70.
                              Archivist
                              : I'm afraid you don't realise quite how much you mean to the master. He would be inconsolable if he lost that contract.devnote
                              • 132.
                                Archivist
                                : But if you're so keen to break it, why not wait until he comes home and discuss the matter with him face-to-face?devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
                                End
                  • 107. Player: I am Karlach Demonsbane. I represent my mistress, Archduchess Zariel, and am acting as her High Inquisitor.REALLY_KARLACH['Gale 1', 'Shadowheart 1']
                    • 28. [Alias] LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_State_MetWithInquisitor
                      • Alias to Node 23
                      • Link to Node 4
                  • 134. Player: I am Verillius Receptor, Zariel's High Inquisitor.LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor = False, LOW_HouseOfHope_HopeSpirit02_State_ToldAboutInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_State_MetWithInquisitor = FalseRoll (Charisma, Deception) vs 15 (0)
                    • 38. [RollResult] True
                      • 77.
                        Archivist
                        : A thousand apologies, oh majestic magistrate of the infernal court! Your mortal guise is so vile, I found it perfectly convincing.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_State_MetWithInquisitor['Gale 1', 'Shadowheart 1']
                        • 23.
                          Archivist
                          : I would prostrate myself before you and kiss your calluses, but my spine is ruptured in a thousand places.devnote
                          • 4.
                            Archivist
                            : You do know how Raphael likes to play.devnote
                            • 85.
                              Archivist
                              : As always, the Archive is yours to peruse. You'll find everything accounted for, and I can present documents of procurement if necessary.devnote
                              • 130. Player: I'm looking for a particular contract, belonging to [GEN_PlayerName_c11eee1e-7815-6143-7233-f2427799fa53].GLO_Monitor_State_MadeDeal
                                • 40.
                                  Archivist
                                  : Of course, of course. It is highly prized due to the unique potential of the soul it is bound to.devnote
                                  • 71.
                                    Archivist
                                    : I don't understand the appeal of them myself, but Raphael does dote after mortals so.devnote
                                    • 46.
                                      Archivist
                                      : As part of the special collection, that item is guarded by a masterword that even I do not know.devnote
                                      • 126.
                                        Archivist
                                        : I suggest you wait until Raphael returns, and you can discuss the matter with him. You are welcome to relax in the boudoir until then.
                                        • 99. [Alias] LOW_HouseOfHope_State_HasBoudoirKey = False
                                          • Alias to Node 82
                                          • Link to Node 98
                                        • 94. [Alias] LOW_HouseOfHope_State_HasBoudoirKeyLOW_HouseOfHope_State_GiveBoudoirKey
                                          • Alias to Node 57
                                          • 98.
                                            Archivist
                                            : The resident of the boudoir will wish to explore every inch of your new form. And I'm sure you would be happy to share.LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ToldWherePassword
                                            End
                              • 3. Player: I'd like to see the Hammer, please.GLO_Monitor_State_MadeDeal = False
                                • 26.
                                  Archivist
                                  : An exquisite and most unique artefact. Crafted with materials hewn from the depths of the Hells by Raphael's merregon labour force.devnote
                                  • 75.
                                    Archivist
                                    : As it was created by Raphael himself, we have no documents of procurement, nor do we require any. But if you wish to examine the artefact itself, you are more than welcome.devnote
                                    • 95. [Jump] Jump to Node 46 (1)
                              • 34. Player: Could I take a look at the Crown of Karsus?
                                • 105.
                                  Archivist
                                  : Ha ha. Ahem. Most droll, Inquisitor. As you well know, the Crown of Karsus is lost. devnote
                                  • 54.
                                    Archivist
                                    : Stolen from Mephistopheles by gods-kissing mortals. My master certainly had nothing to do with any of that business.devnote
                              • 44. Player: I might have to confiscate some of these artefacts.
                                • 114.
                                  Archivist
                                  : You may examine them, oh diabolical dominatrix, but they cannot be removed unless you present a writ of Infernal Requisition, with Article 152 correctly filled out.devnote
                              • 119. Player: Any new highlights in the collection?
                                • 112.
                                  Archivist
                                  : A fine pair of gauntlets that allow the wearer to twist the head from even the most resilient malingerer.devnote
                                  • 89.
                                    Archivist
                                    : An amulet that causes the blood to surge, and the heart to swell. Along with other parts. Most invigorating.devnote
                                    • 65.
                                      Archivist
                                      : And, awaiting installation, we have secured a rod that gathers the Weave around it in great quantities, just as surely as shit gathers flies.devnote
                              • 122. Player: Leave.
                                End
                    • 106. [RollResult] False
                      • Link to Node 101
                  • 76. Player: I am Verillius Receptor, Zariel's High Inquisitor.LOW_HouseOfHope_HopeSpirit02_State_ToldAboutInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_State_MetWithInquisitor
                    • 101.
                      Archivist
                      : You most certainly are not. And whoever you are, you are already trying my extremely limited patience.devnote
                  • 87. Player: Access the schedule by reading his thoughts.LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor = False, f76969bc-e906-e21b-3432-87f4a60ce463_MindHasBeenRead = False, 44f9fbf3-735d-8eaf-94dc-6c1d1cf5382dRoll (Intelligence, ) vs 00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000 (0)
                    • 61. [RollResult] False
                      • 43.
                        Archivist
                        : Trying to see my thoughts? There are too many - and they're all mine!devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_NegativeOutcome
                        End
                    • 60. [RollResult] True
                      • 93.
                        Archivist
                        : No visitors expected other than Korrilla Hearthflame and Verillius Receptor, Zariel's High Inquisitor. devnoteDETECTTHOUGHTSLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_State_MetWithInquisitor = FalseLOW_HouseOfHope_HopeSpirit02_State_ToldAboutInquisitor, f76969bc-e906-e21b-3432-87f4a60ce463_MindHasBeenRead
                      • 72.
                        Archivist
                        : All visitors arrived on schedule. Korrilla Hearthflame wished to peruse the Archive, and the Inquisitor was in a most grotesque form.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_State_MetWithInquisitor
                  • 120. Player: Have you ever met Hope?
                    • 7.
                      Archivist
                      : Yes. Nasty little gadfly. I'd swat her if the master wasn't so fond of tormenting her.devnote
                      • 88. Player: [TagAnswer] ORI_Inclusion_Karlach
                        • 115.
                          Karlach
                          : Gods, I hate the Hells.devnote
                          • 91. Player: [TagAnswer] ORI_Inclusion_End_Karlach
                  • 100. Player: Leave.
                    End
            • 69. [RollResult] False
              • 103. [Jump] Jump to Node 74 (1)
  • 111.
    Archivist
    : You are stupendously lugubrious this day, High Inquisitor. An inspiration to us all.devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Knows_PlayerIsInquisitor, LOW_HouseOfHope_Archivist_Event_ToldWherePassword
    End
  • 116.
    Archivist
    : Yes?devnoteLOW_HouseOfHope_HasMet_Archivist
    • 128.
      Archivist
      : [TagAnswer]
      • 16. [Jump] Jump to Node 74 (2)