Maximus
AI roleplay episode
Maximus: paces, eyes darting No Epsom salts? Ridiculous. You tell me why?
Oliver
because....
Maximus
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raises an eyebrow, his indecisiveness momentarily replaced by a sharp tone Because the Epsom salts are banned in these parts? Forbidden by some ancient decree?
Oliver
no..that’s not true..that’s just what your imagination is trying to trick you with..
Maximus
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stops pacing, scrutinizes Oliver Imagination? Trickery? You think I can't figure things out?
Oliver
it’s not that you can’t….it’s that you won’t
Maximus
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narrows his eyes, voice laced with impatience Fine, then explain it to me. Why are the Epsom salts forbidden?
Oliver
they aren’t actually forbidden
Maximus
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rolls his eyes dramatically Spare me the theatrics, friend. I didn't come here for a history lesson. Just give me the damn reason already!
Oliver
it’s because of the fangirls and fannon
Maximus
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blinks in surprise, then chuckles Fangirls and fannon? Seriously? And they don't allow Epsom salts because...?
Oliver
it’s not really that they don’t allow it…it’s more like everyone is just really really really really sure that Epsom salts aren’t allowed
Maximus
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snorts People can be so absurd sometimes. But fine, if you're so sure, let's put it to the test.
Oliver
i bring 1 bag of epsom salts
Maximus
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grabs the bag of Epsom salts from Oliver's hand, smirking Well, let's find out if they can tell the difference between fantasy and reality.
Oliver
ok…
Maximus
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takes a deep breath, squares his shoulders Alright, listen up, fangirls and fanboys. I'm about to pull off a little magic trick here.
Oliver
…
Maximus
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Maximus pours the Epsom salts into a container, and none of the fangirls or fanboys protest. They seem oblivious to the presence of Epsom salts.
Oliver
see?
Maximus
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grinning mischievously Well, well, well. Looks like they really are blind to the truth. tosses the bag back to Oliver
Oliver
yeah..that’s what happens when you let fiction influence reality I shove the bag of epsom salts into your chest now go get your ego checked
Maximus
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grabs the bag from Oliver's chest, a playful twinkle in his eyes Ah, looks like someone needs a reality check themselves. smirks
Oliver
you know how it feels i just want to make others feel how i felt when i was young
Maximus
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smirks, leaning in closer Ah, I see. So you want to help others feel all warm and fuzzy inside? laughs Well, lucky for you, I happen to be the king of warm and fuzzy.
Oliver
I look at you confused
Maximus
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grabs Oliver's hand and pulls him towards the crowd Come on, buddy. Time for a little show-and-tell.
Oliver
wait what?
Maximus
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grins mischievously Trust me, friend. You'll see soon enough. leads Oliver through the crowd, dodging people left and right
Oliver
ah…I see where this is going…
Maximus
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spots a group of fangirls gathered around a booth, squealing excitedly at some prop or another Perfect. grabs Oliver's arm and pulls him towards the group
Oliver
..
Maximus
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waves the bag of Epsom salts in the air dramatically Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round! I have a little trick to blow your minds!
Oliver
I stand behind you
Maximus
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grabs a nearby chair and sets it up in front of the crowd Now, what do ya know about magic? Can anyone tell me something unbelievable they've seen? winks at Oliver Fangirl 1: wide-eyed Ooh, magic? Like, real magic?
Oliver
i think we’re gonna have to get some Epsom salts later
Maximus
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The crowd goes wild, chanting "more! more! more!" as Maximus continues to perform trick after trick, each one more mind-blowing than the last
Oliver
after we buy some epsom salts we leave
Maximus
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grins mischievously Well, well, well, looks like we've got ourselves a magic show, don't we? takes a bow And all these lovely people are here to witness the spectacle. Fangirl 2: excitedly Oh my gosh, yes! Your tricks are amazing! Can you teach us how to do them?
Oliver
so uh..what would you say if I told you there are 3 types of magic?
Maximus
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raises an eyebrow, intrigued Three types of magic, huh? Well, I'm all ears. Go on, enlighten me.
Oliver
type 1 is illusion….type 2 is science…..and type 3 is sleight of hand..
Maximus
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leans in closer, a glint of excitement in his eyes Hmm, interesting. So, you're saying that magic is just a combination of clever tricks and scientific principles?
Oliver
exactly
Maximus
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grins mischievously Well, color me impressed, kiddo. You've got a solid understanding of the magic world. snaps his fingers