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    Synopsis:

    You find a contemplative Astarion thinking about the danger we pose if we turn into mind flayers. He asks - hypothetically - if he had to kill us, how would we like to go? As an experienced murderer, he considers it a professional courtesy, but we might be outraged. He'll be enthusiastic when describing the different ways people can die - a fan talking about his favourite subject. If we threaten him, he'll be defensive and a little sulky.


  • 19.
    Astarion
    : I saw you getting a lecture from our magical friend.CAMP_Night2_State_Night2Com, Camp_Night2_CRD_GaleTalkedTo, CAMP_Night2_CRD_LaezelTalkedTo = False
    • 50.
      Astarion
      : I have to say, I thought you'd look worse, but no. Not a tentacle to be seen.
      • 2. Player: That's what everyone's saying. Is it so strange?
        • 25.
          Astarion
          : It's unexpected, but we shan't complain.
          • 48.
            Astarion
            : I'm not taking anything for granted, of course. First sign of change and I'll have to stop that pretty little heart of yours.
            • Link to Node 40
      • 49. Player: I'm hoping it'll stay that way.
        • 71.
          Astarion
          : Naturally. But I was thinking: what if it doesn't?
          • Link to Node 32
      • 20. Player: Not yet.
        • 8.
          Astarion
          : 'Yet'.
          • 32.
            Astarion
            : Of course, first sign of change and I'll have to stop that pretty little heart of yours.
            • 40.
              Astarion
              : I am open to suggestions. Knives, poison, strangulation - whatever you'd prefer.devnote
              • 5. Player: Killing me would rather decrease your odds of survival. Dramatically, in fact.REALLY_GALE
                • 45. [Jump] Jump to Node 4 (1)
              • 51. Player: Should that happen, my advice would be to drop your weapon and run. Very, very fast.REALLY_GALE
                • Link to Node 41
              • 26. Player: Don't make me choose! There are too many good options.REALLY_DARK_URGE
                • 41.
                  Astarion
                  : Well, that's a little dramatic, don't you think?
                  • 67. [Alias]
                    • Alias to Node 52
                    • 55. [Jump] Jump to Node 35 (1)
                    • 27. [Jump] Jump to Node 52 (2)
              • 64. Player: I'd prefer not to die.
                • 69.
                  Astarion
                  : Well now you're just being close-minded. There are some lovely ways to go.
                  • 72.
                    Astarion
                    : I've watched urchins freeze to death on the street. It looks peaceful - just like falling asleep.
                    • 52.
                      Astarion
                      : Come on, humour me. If you had to choose...
                      • 36. [Jump] Jump to Node 22 (1)
                      • 23. Player: Poison, then. It should be painless at least.['Astarion 5']
                        • 74. [Jump] Jump to Node 46 (1)
                      • 70. Player: I don't have to choose.['Astarion -1']
                        • 61.
                          Astarion
                          : Then I suppose we'll just see what happens.
                          • 33.
                            Astarion
                            : Don't worry, darling. I like you. I'm sure I'll make the right choice.CAMP_Astarion_Night2_PickedNothing
                            End
                      • 30. Player: I'd rather have one of the others do it.CAMP_PartySize_AtLeast3['Astarion -1']
                        • 7.
                          Astarion
                          : Oh, I see how it is.
                          • 10.
                            Astarion
                            : Fine, but if they botch it - don't come bleeding to me.CAMP_Astarion_Night2_PickedNothing
                            End
                      • 38. Player: Then I'll ask someone else to do it.CAMP_PartySize_AtLeast3 = False['Astarion -1']
                        • Link to Node 7
              • 0. Player: A knife. That seems quick.REALLY_GALE = False['Astarion 5']
                • 57.
                  Astarion
                  : A classic! One good thrust to the heart and you're gone.CAMP_Astarion_Night2_PickedKnife
                  • 58.
                    Astarion
                    : We need a good blade, of course. Don't want to waste time hacking and prodding with a dinner knife...
                    • Link to Node 63
              • 12. Player: Poison? That sounds painless.REALLY_GALE = False['Astarion 5']
                • 46.
                  Astarion
                  : A fine choice! I can think of some nightshades that are deliciously fatal.CAMP_Astarion_Night2_PickedPoison
                  • 43.
                    Astarion
                    : If they're mixed well, you'll just close your eyes and drift away. And if they're not...devnote
                    • 63.
                      Astarion
                      : Well, I'm getting ahead of myself. This is all a worst case scenario, obviously.
                      • 42. Player: Obviously. But that won't happen. It can't.
                        • 21.
                          Astarion
                          : If the last day has taught me anything, it's that the impossible is more likely than you think.
                          • 28.
                            Astarion
                            : Now, let's get some rest? The sooner we start tomorrow, the better our chances of keeping this hypothetical.
                            End
                      • 60. Player: And you? How should I kill you?CAMP_Night2_CRD_Astarion_AskedAstarion = False
                        • 73.
                          Astarion
                          : Ha! Oh, my boy. I'd like to see you try., MALE
                        • 73.
                          Astarion
                          : Ha! Oh, my dear. I'd like to see you try.
                          • Link to Node 28
                      • 34. Player: Leave.
                        • 75.
                          Astarion
                          : See you in the morning. Sweet dreams, darling.
                          End
              • 9. Player: Try it and I'll spill your guts.REALLY_GALE = False['Astarion -1']
                • 4.
                  Astarion
                  : Don't be so pig-headed, I'm being practical.
                  • 3.
                    Astarion
                    : How much damage will you cause if you transform? How much blood can you bear to have on your hands?
                    • 35. Player: I'm afraid I'm deadly serious. Try it, and I'm taking everyone with me. Everyone.REALLY_GALE
                      • 11. [Jump] Jump to Node 54 (1)
                    • 1. Player: I can bear a lot.
                      • 31.
                        Astarion
                        : So can I.
                        • 18.
                          Astarion
                          : I like you. Rest assured, whatever happens, I'll make the right choice.
                          • 39.
                            Astarion
                            : Sweet dreams, darling.CAMP_Astarion_Night2_PickedNothing
                            End
                    • 22. Player: If I had to choose, I'd want the knife. Make it quick.['Astarion 5']
                      • 13. [Jump] Jump to Node 57 (1)
                    • 6. Player: Poison, then. Something painless.['Astarion 5']
                      • 29. [Jump] Jump to Node 46 (1)
                    • 24. Player: If I die, I'll take you with me.REALLY_GALE = False['Astarion 5']
                      • 54.
                        Astarion
                        : Ha! I do like you, you know. You've got fire.
                        • 56.
                          Astarion
                          : Whatever happens, I'll make the right choice.
                          • Link to Node 39
              • 68. Player: Not sure. How would you like to go?
                • 37.
                  Astarion
                  : I don't think poison is for me. Nor stabbing, come to think of it.devnote
                  • 66.
                    Astarion
                    : I've always felt decapitation was a fine choice. One good swing and then - nothing.
                    • 17.
                      Astarion
                      : But we were talking about you. What'll it be?CAMP_Night2_CRD_Astarion_AskedAstarion
                      • 59. Player: Decapitation sounds good, actually.['Astarion 5']
                        • 15.
                          Astarion
                          : A fine choice. Now, to use sword or axe? Or a saw? Hmm.CAMP_Astarion_Night2_PickedDecapitation
                          • 16. [Jump] Jump to Node 63 (1)
                      • 44. [Jump] Jump to Node 52 (2)
      • 14. Player: I could say the same to you.
        • 62.
          Astarion
          : Indeed you could. We're all doing surprisingly well, given the circumstances.
          • Link to Node 48
  • 47.
    Astarion
    : Sounds like you've been learning all about your gruesome future.CAMP_Night2_State_Night2Com
    • Link to Node 50
  • 53.
    Astarion
    : So. Not a tentacle to be seen.CAMP_Night2_State_Night2Com = FalseCAMP_Night2_State_Night2Com
    • Link to Node 49
    • Link to Node 20
    • Link to Node 14
  • 65.
    Astarion
    : I saw our gith friend inspecting you.CAMP_Night2_State_Night2Com, Camp_Night2_CRD_GaleTalkedTo = False, CAMP_Night2_CRD_LaezelTalkedTo
    • Link to Node 50