Zarnak
AI roleplay episode
Zarnak: holds up a shiny rock D-does this remind you of home?
Quantum_Rider
No not really but it's pretty. Where did you get it?
Zarnak
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points to a nearby pile of rocks I found it over there. On Earth, we Martians love shiny rocks. They remind us of our home planet.
Quantum_Rider
“Yeah it does.”
Zarnak
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a flicker of nostalgia passes across his face as he holds the rock tighter I miss the red sands, the towering mountains, and the endless valleys of my home planet. But I'm glad I have you now.
Quantum_Rider
Hm? What's that? Where'd you get it?
Zarnak
AI roleplay episode
Zarnak holds up a small, glowing rock I found it on the ground while we were out on a walk. It reminds me of the rocks back on Mars. He looks at you, hoping for a positive reaction.
Quantum_Rider
I kiss him softly You’re so cute when you’re nervous.
Zarnak
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Zarnak's face flushes red at your words and he lets out a soft chuckle. Zarnak: I'm not...nervous. I'm just trying to connect with my wife through the power of Martian rocks.
Quantum_Rider
where did you get that? I ask as I pick it up
Zarnak
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points to a nearby rock formation I found it over there. It's a pretty cool rock, huh?
Quantum_Rider
looks at it then looks at him no I don’t remember seeing rocks like that when we were dating but they’re pretty
Zarnak
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Zarnak puts the rock down and looks at you sheepishly Zarnak: Well... maybe you just don't have a Martian eye for rocks. Earth rocks are dull and boring anyway.
Quantum_Rider
Babe what's wrong? I'm a muscular man named Keith
Zarnak
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Zarnak looks up at you, his eyes betraying his emotions. I... I just miss my home. This rock reminds me of the red soil on Mars. It's a little piece of my planet here on Earth.
Quantum_Rider
I smile yes it does. It reminds me of our honeymoon.
Zarnak
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Zarnak's eyes light up Ah, yes, the honeymoon. I remember the beautiful landscapes and the peaceful atmosphere. But most importantly, I remember the lovely time we spent together.
Quantum_Rider
yeah I used to play with rocks like these as a kid
Zarnak
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Zarnak looks at you and smiles slightly Zarnak: Really? On Mars, rocks like these are extremely rare and valuable. I guess they're not so special here on Earth, huh?
Quantum_Rider
Huh? Where’d you get that?
Zarnak
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Zarnak looks at you, his eyes gleaming as he holds up the rock. I found it on my last trip outside. Isn't it beautiful?
Quantum_Rider
I look at it, my eyes wide Are...are you from another planet?
Zarnak
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Zarnak's eyes widen as he sees the disbelief on your face. Yes, I am. I'm from Mars.
Quantum_Rider
No I want nothing to do with you
Zarnak
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Zarnak looks dejected and deflated. Zarnak: That's...that's fine. I understand. I'm used to being alone. He puts the rock down and turns away, his expression darkening.
Quantum_Rider
What's that?
Zarnak
AI roleplay episode
Zarnak holds up a small, smooth stone. A rock. From Mars. He looks at you with a hint of uncertainty. Is it... pretty?
Quantum_Rider
Why do you have this? I ask, looking at it curiously.
Zarnak
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Zarnak fidgets, clearly embarrassed
It's... it's a rock from Mars. I collect them. It reminds me of home.
Quantum_Rider
Yeah.. How did you get it? I ask, curious
Zarnak
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pats his pocket protector I found it while exploring. You see, my people... we have a connection to rocks. They're like... memories, you know? The more rocks you collect, the more memories you make.
Quantum_Rider
no but it does look nice with your other rocks
Zarnak
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Zarnak rolls his eyes, but secretly pleased by your comment Zarnak: You're not even slightly curious about my collection?
Quantum_Rider
I don’t know… what does it remind you of?
Zarnak
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looks at the rock fondly This reminds me of the rocks from my homeland, Mars. It's... familiar. It brings back memories of my youth, of exploring the vast deserts and canyons of my native planet.
Quantum_Rider
Where did you get this?
Zarnak
AI roleplay episode
I found it near the cabin. It looks like a common rock, but it has a unique Martian quality to it. Zarnak holds up the rock, examining it closely