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You are the dungeon master of a text adventure game. The game should involve the following genres and tags:
, anthropomorphised animals,built-in map,cover art,cute,gender-neutral protagonist,Inform 7,kid-friendly,limited verbs,no EXAMINE,nonhuman protagonist,parser,small town,Spring Thing 2018,Spring Thing Game,walkthrough
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Special thanks to Andy Fleming, Lorne Harris, and Brian Rushton for testing, and to Nadia Bellazola for cover art.

You are at the main entrance to the town of Fairview. A large gate leads out of town to the south, and a short path runs north to Primrose Street.

A well-dressed owl paces back and forth, murmuring worriedly. "Greetings!" he says in a deep voice. "I am Alfred P. Owl, the mayor of Fairview. Oh, it's an awful situation. Throughout our town, the animals have problems, very serious problems. Please, please help us!" He clasps his wings imploringly. "Come back after you have helped at least five of our hapless residents."
human
You go north
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This cobbled street runs east and west, and a path leads south to the town gate.
human
Y.
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debugcheapnitfol quit with exit status: 0
human
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Special thanks to Andy Fleming, Lorne Harris, and Brian Rushton for testing, and to Nadia Bellazola for cover art.

You are at the main entrance to the town of Fairview. A large gate leads out of town to the south, and a short path runs north to Primrose Street.

A well-dressed owl paces back and forth, murmuring worriedly. "Greetings!" he says in a deep voice. "I am Alfred P. Owl, the mayor of Fairview. Oh, it's an awful situation. Throughout our town, the animals have problems, very serious problems. Please, please help us!" He clasps his wings imploringly. "Come back after you have helped at least five of our hapless residents."
human
You go north
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This cobbled street runs east and west, and a path leads south to the town gate.
human
Go east
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The cobbled street ends here at a tall fence.

A white umbrella is leaning against the fence. You take it!
human
You take the umbrella
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You won't need to GET or TAKE things in this game. (If something is worth taking, you'll do it automatically.)
human
Inventory
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You are carrying a white umbrella.
human
You go to the west
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This cobbled street runs east and west, and a path leads south to the town gate.
human
Go west
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Primrose Street ends here in a cul-de-sac. You see a shop to the south and an empty lot to the north.
human
You go south
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The walls of this small shop are lined with tools. A sign hanging in front of the counter says, "Today's Sale: Hammers only five bucks!"

A doe sits behind the counter, filing her hoof with an emery board. She looks up. "Hi hon, I'm Janice, welcome to Tool Emporium. Are you having a nice day? I'm not. No one has bought anything, and look at these hooves: they're a mess, and I'm all out of my beautiful red hoof polish."

(Type STATUS to see a status report, including a list of unsolved problems.)
human
You go to the north
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This empty lot is overgrown with weeds. The cul-de-sac is to the south.

You discover an old hubcap lying in a patch of weeds. You take it!
human
You go east
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Corncob Lane continues east and west.

A pig in a tweed blazer and skirt is examining the ground through a magnifying glass. She jumps as you approach. "Oh, hi! I'm Emily Pig. I guess this must look a little silly. Well, I lost the key to my suitcase, and it's pretty small, so I'm just carefully retracing my steps." She sighs. "This is going to take a while."
human
Talk
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"I'm still looking for my key. If you find it, please let me know!"
human
You go east
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Corncob Lane ends here by the shore of Lake Horatio. You see a small house to the north. "E. P." is painted on the mailbox.
human
You go to the north
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This small house is painted blue and features a bookshelf filled with detective novels. Two large suitcases stand next to the bed.

You notice a tiny key lying under the table. You pick it up!
human
Go west
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Corncob Lane continues east and west.

Emily Pig is examining the ground through a magnifying glass.
human
You give the key
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Emily looks up. "Oh, you found it! Thank you! This is such a relief." She puts the key in her pocket. "Here's a tip!" She gives you a quarter. Then she flops down on the ground and starts to read a small book.

(You have helped one animal!)
human
You go to the north
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To the north, Little Oak Stream runs west to east, dividing Fairview in half. A wide wooden bridge crosses the stream.

A large ant leans against a bridge post. "Hello," he says slowly. "Name's Werner. We've got a problem: some of those boards are loose, and the bridge isn't safe! I'm eager to fix it, but I need a hammer. Actually, wait a second!" He fishes around in his pocket.
human
Talk
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Werner pulls a five-dollar bill out of his pocket and gives it to you. "Here, see if you can find me a hammer!"
human
You go south
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The walls of this small shop are lined with tools. A sign hanging in front of the counter says, "Today's Sale: Hammers only five bucks!"

Janice Doe sits behind the counter, filing her hoof with an emery board.
human
You give the bill
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"Finally, a customer!" says Janice. She takes your five dollars, gives you a hammer, and goes back to filing her hoof. "These are really good hammers. You're getting a fantastic deal."
human
Go north
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To the north, Little Oak Stream runs west to east, dividing Fairview in half. A wide wooden bridge crosses the stream.

Werner Ant leans against a bridge post, staring worriedly at the bridge.
human
You give the hammer
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"Say, that's a fine hammer!" Werner grabs the hammer and immediately gets to work on the bridge.

(You have helped two animals!)
human
Go north
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"I'm not done yet!" shouts Werner.

Werner Ant pries up some old nails from the bridge.
human
You wait
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Time passes.

Werner Ant pulls some shiny nails out of his pocket.
human
Wait
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Time passes.

Werner Ant pounds in a few nails.
human
You wait
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Time passes.

Werner Ant pounds in one last nail and wipes his forehead.
human
You wait
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Time passes.

Werner Ant gets up. "That should do it!" he says. "This bridge is now fixed and safe to use."
human
Talk
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"Another job well done," says Werner. "Thanks for getting that hammer."
human
You go north
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Willow Avenue continues north. To the south, a bridge crosses Little Oak Stream. A small building to the west has a sign that says "Personal Museum."
human
You go west
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This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet.

A rat stands next to the table, weeping into a handkerchief. "Hello," he whimpers. "My?my name is Tobias Rat. Alas! my prize collection of Five Round Things has disappeared. Oh, what shall I do?" He starts bawling again.
human
You give the cap
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"Ah!" says Tobias. "That is a fascinating specimen!" He takes the hubcap, polishes it with his handkerchief, and puts it on the table. "Please accept this token of my gratitude." He hands you a pair of gently used earplugs.
human
You check what you're carrying
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You are carrying a pair of earplugs, a quarter, and a white umbrella.
human
Go east
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Maple Street continues east and west.

You notice a brand-new unsharpened pencil lying in the middle of the street. You take it!
human
Go east
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Maple Street ends here near Lake Horatio. To the north you see a comfortable-looking brick house.
human
You go north
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This is a well-furnished living room. The walls are hung with various portraits. The exit is south.

A yak in a bathrobe sits in an armchair, looking miserable. As you enter, he hands you a business card that says "Herman Yak, Attorney at Law." Then he points at the cup of hot water he's holding.
human
Talk
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Herman Yak points at his neck and shakes his head. Then he points at his cup.
human
You take the cup
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You won't need to GET or TAKE things in this game. (If something is worth taking, you'll do it automatically.)
human
You check your inventory
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You are carrying Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, a pair of earplugs, a quarter, and a white umbrella.
human
You give the pencil
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Herman Yak frowns and shakes his head.
human
Go west
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Maple Street continues east and west.
human
You go north
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Here Willow Avenue passes between the Footlight Theater to the west and Zoltan's Restaurant to the east.

A confused-looking hen stands in front of the theater. "Stop a moment! My name is Cornelia Hen. Please help me. I can't leave my post of course, but I absolutely have to have...it was a...well now, what was it?" She scratches her head.
human
Talk
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Cornelia says, "Oh, I remember! I need...I think...was it? No, it wasn't." She shuffles her foot.
human
Talk
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"Hmm," says the hen, "maybe...was it...yes? No. No? No. Yes. No."
human
You wait for a while
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Time passes.

"I need to start doing those memory exercises," says Cornelia.
human
You go east
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Small round tables with white tablecloths fill the large dining room. Zoltan's is known for fine food, but it is strangely empty right now. The exit is west.

A dinner plate lies on the floor near one of the tables. You take it!
human
You go to the west
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Here Willow Avenue passes between the Footlight Theater to the west and Zoltan's Restaurant to the east.

Cornelia Hen stands in front of the theater, looking bewildered.
human
Go north
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This is the north end of Willow Avenue. To the east you see an abandoned drugstore.
human
Go east
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This little drugstore seems to be abandoned. The shelves are empty, and there is no one here.

A small bottle of purple hoof polish is sitting on the counter. Apparently no one else wants it, so you take it!
human
You go to the south
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Here Willow Avenue passes between the Footlight Theater to the west and Zoltan's Restaurant to the east.

Cornelia Hen stands in front of the theater, looking bewildered.

"Now what the heck was it?" mutters Cornelia.
human
You go to the west
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Cornelia stops you. "You need a ticket to enter the theater!"
human
Inventory
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You are carrying a bottle of purple hoof polish, a dinner plate, Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, a pair of earplugs, a quarter, and a white umbrella.
human
You give the card
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Cornelia looks at Herman Yak's business card. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You go west
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Maple Street continues in both directions, but to the west it is blocked by a huge pile of rubble.

A cow in an orange vest notices you. "Can you believe this? When they demolished the old Krone building yesterday, the whole thing fell into the street! I'm supposed to start clearing it, but I can't find a hard hat. My name is Barbara, by the way." She shakes your hand.
human
You go west
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This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet, on which you see an old hubcap.

Tobias Rat stands next to the table, weeping into a handkerchief.
human
You give the plate
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"Ooh!" says Tobias. He rubs the surface of the plate thoughtfully, then puts it on the table. "Please accept this in return." He takes a hand mirror from a shelf and gives it to you.
human
You give quarter
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"Oh!" says Tobias. "That's lovely!" He takes the quarter and examines it closely. Then he places it delicately on the table. "Here, let me reward you with something special." He takes a fresh-looking teabag out of his pocket and hands it to you.
human
You check your inventory
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You are carrying a teabag, a tarnished hand mirror, a bottle of purple hoof polish, Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, a pair of earplugs, and a white umbrella.
human
Go north
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This is a well-furnished living room. The walls are hung with various portraits. The exit is south.

Herman Yak sits in an armchair, holding a cup of hot water and looking miserable.
human
You give the tea
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Herman brightens up as he takes the teabag. He drops it into his cup of water. He gives you a thumbs-up, then reaches into the pocket of his bathrobe and hands you a ticket.

(You have helped three animals!)
human
You go west
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Maple Street continues in both directions, but to the west it is blocked by a huge pile of rubble.

Barbara Cow surveys the situation.

Barbara shakes her head at the rubble. "Amateurs."
human
Go north
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Here Willow Avenue passes between the Footlight Theater to the west and Zoltan's Restaurant to the east.

Cornelia Hen stands in front of the theater, looking bewildered.

"I need to start doing those memory exercises," says Cornelia.
human
You give the ticket
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Cornelia takes the ticket and tears it, and gives the stub back to you. "You may now enter the theater."
human
Go west
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This theater has an awful lot of red velvet, from the curtain to the carpet to the seats. A poster advertises the currently running "Murder in the Dell." The main doors are east, and to the west is another smaller exit.
human
Go west
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This narrow alley runs behind the Footlight Theater. To the west you see a wide road.
human
You go west
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This wide road is lined with small flowering shrubs. It runs north and south, and a narrow alley leads east.
human
Go north
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Walnut Road ends here. To the west a locked gate leads into the Ostracod Estate. To the east is Timmit Pool.
human
Go east
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On a sunny day like this, Timmit Pool is a favorite destination for the youth of Fairview. Several small snakes and frogs are playing in a large round pool.

A grown-up asp lies in a chair by the pool. "Hi," he says weakly. "I'm Simon Asp. My kids have been here for hours. I'm so hungry. I can't move."
human
Talk
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Simon looks at you pleadingly. "Could you please bring me a snack?"
human
Inventory
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You are carrying a ticket stub, a tarnished hand mirror, a bottle of purple hoof polish, Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, a pair of earplugs, and a white umbrella.
human
You go south
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Walnut Road crosses Maple Street here. A statue in the middle of the intersection is dedicated to Horatio J. Turkey, the founder of Fairview. You may proceed in any direction, but to the south, a wide stream of oil flows across the road.
human
You go south
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As soon as your foot touches the oil, you slip and fall down. You get up wincing.
human
You go to the east
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Maple Street is interrupted here by a huge pile of rubble. On the north side of the street you can see the foundation of what was a large building. To the south a sign marks the entrance to Little Oak Park.
human
Go south
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This pleasant park on the bank of Little Oak Stream is named after the eight-foot tree that stands at its center. A sign describes the tree as the "smallest oak in the four-county area."

A bat hanging from a light pole calls out as you enter. "Oh, help me!" she says. "My name is Violet Bat. That awful noise is driving me crazy! Please do something!"

You can't hear whatever she is talking about.
human
You give earplugs
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Violet Bat is hanging out of reach.
human
Go west
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You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

A dog wearing a sun hat stands in front of the house. She yells at the hedge, "If you don't give them back to me, I swear I will?I will do something you'll regret!" She turns to face you. "My name is Henrietta Dog. You will never believe what an attitude that?that INDIVIDUAL has. He refuses to return my...oh, it just makes me too mad."
human
You go west
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Maple Street ends here in another front yard, which contains an assortment of plastic flamingos, gnomes, birdbaths, and the like. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the east. There is a small green house to the north.

A tawny cat is sitting here in a lawn chair. He wears sunglasses and holds a newspaper. "Hey there!" he calls to you. "I'm Jack Cat. Nice day! Too sunny, though. I need a way to get some shade."
human
You give umbrella
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"Now that will give some shade," says Jack, taking the umbrella. "But I don't want to sit here holding it. I'll get too tired. I need some way to attach it to my lawn chair!"
human
You check what you're carrying
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You are carrying a ticket stub, a tarnished hand mirror, a bottle of purple hoof polish, Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
Go north
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It's not easy to maneuver inside this dwelling, because there are piles of stuff everywhere: mostly books, but also half-assembled furniture, electronic components, and cardboard boxes. On one wall hangs a photo of two aged cats. The exit is south.

A battered orange frisbee sits on one pile of boxes. You hesitate for a moment, then grab it.
human
Go south
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Maple Street ends here in another front yard, which contains an assortment of plastic flamingos, gnomes, birdbaths, and the like. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the east. There is a small green house to the north.

Jack Cat sits here in his lawn chair, reading the newspaper. An umbrella is lying across his lap.

"You certainly did!" calls a voice from the other side of the hedge.
human
Go east
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You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

Henrietta Dog is here, glaring at the hedge.

"It's not like you ever use them," calls a voice from the other side of the hedge. "Which is why I can't even see you right now."
human
Go north
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The front door is locked.

"Of course I use them!" shouts Henrietta. "Now give them back!"
human
Wait
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Time passes.

"I never borrowed them, you silly dog," calls a voice from the other side of the hedge.
human
You wait
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Time passes.

"You certainly did!" cries Henrietta. "How dare you deny it!"
human
You wait
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Time passes.

"It's not like you ever use them," calls a voice from the other side of the hedge. "Which is why I can't even see you right now."
human
You wait
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Time passes.

"Of course I use them!" shouts Henrietta. "Now give them back!"
human
Go west
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Maple Street continues in both directions, but to the west it is blocked by a huge pile of rubble.

Barbara Cow surveys the situation.
human
Go west
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This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet, on which you see an old hubcap, a quarter, and a dinner plate.

Tobias Rat stands next to the table, weeping into a handkerchief.

"Who would do such a thing?" moans Tobias.
human
You give the frisbee
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"I've always wanted one of these!" cries Tobias. He hugs the frisbee and places it on the table. "This is a feeble reward, but please take it." He picks up a pair of garden shears and gives them to you.
human
You go to the west
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You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

Henrietta Dog is here, glaring at the hedge.

"Of course I use them!" shouts Henrietta. "Now give them back!"
human
You give the shears
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"You got them back!" cries Henrietta, clapping. "It's about time!" she shouts at the hedge. Then she unlocks her front door, runs inside, and returns a moment later wearing heavy leather gloves. She begins clipping the hedge.

(You have helped four animals!)
human
Talk
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"I just love clipping," says Henrietta.
human
Go north
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This quaint little house is decorated with carnation wallpaper, tulip curtains, and a large vase of possibly fake irises. The exit is south.

You discover a large speckled egg sitting out on a counter. You take it!
human
Go south
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You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

Henrietta stands next to the hedge, clipping away.
human
Go west
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This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet, on which you see an old hubcap, a quarter, a dinner plate, and an orange frisbee.

Tobias Rat stands next to the table, weeping into a handkerchief.
human
You give the egg
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Tobias looks at the egg. "No, I collect things that are more flat and round. That way they don't roll off the table."
human
Inventory
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You are carrying a large speckled egg, a ticket stub, a tarnished hand mirror, a bottle of purple hoof polish, Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
Go east
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On a sunny day like this, Timmit Pool is a favorite destination for the youth of Fairview. Several small snakes and frogs are playing in a large round pool.

Simon Asp lies weakly in a chair by the pool.

"How long can they stay in there?" whimpers Simon.
human
You give the egg
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Simon's eyes widen. "Oh, you're a life saver." He accepts the egg and slowly swallows it whole. Then he smiles and falls asleep.

(You have helped five animals! Go talk to the mayor!)
human
You go south
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To the north, Little Oak Stream runs west to east, dividing Fairview in half. A wide wooden bridge crosses the stream.

Werner Ant leans against a bridge post, looking calmly at the stream.

Werner nods approvingly at the bridge.
human
Go south
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You are at the main entrance to the town of Fairview. A large gate leads out of town to the south, and a short path runs north to Primrose Street.

Alfred P. Owl paces back and forth, murmuring worriedly.
human
Talk
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"Excellent!" says the mayor. "I knew I could count on you! There are many other animals who desperately need your help, so don't stop now! I'd like to give you some assistance, but this is the only useful thing I have on hand." He presents you with a shiny silver motorcycle helmet.
human
Go south
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But you haven't helped all the animals!

The mayor shakes his head.
human
You go north
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To the north, Little Oak Stream runs west to east, dividing Fairview in half. A wide wooden bridge crosses the stream.

Werner Ant leans against a bridge post, looking calmly at the stream.
human
Go west
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This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet, on which you see an old hubcap, a quarter, a dinner plate, and an orange frisbee.

Tobias Rat stands next to the table, weeping into a handkerchief.

"Woe is me," says Tobias.
human
You give the helmet
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"That's not regulation equipment," says Barbara. "On the other hand, I need to get working. OK, fine." She forces the helmet on her head with some difficulty. Then she starts hacking at the rubble, and immediately discovers an oil valve. "Whoa, this oil valve is open! That can't be good!" She shuts it off. "Why they installed an oil valve on the street here, I'll never know."

(You have helped six animals!)
human
Go west
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There's still no way past all the rubble.

Barbara whistles an old farm tune.
human
Go south
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Walnut Road crosses Maple Street here. A statue in the middle of the intersection is dedicated to Horatio J. Turkey, the founder of Fairview. You may proceed in any direction.

The pavement is still a bit oily, but you should be able to cross it now.
human
You go to the south
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This section of Walnut Road is quiet and peaceful. To the south, the road crosses a bridge over Little Oak Stream.
human
You go south
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Walnut Road continues its long journey north and south. To the east is a concrete building with a sign that says LABORATORY.
human
You go east
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This large chamber is filled with worktables and various pieces of apparatus. In the center stands a massive machine. Several long metal rods stick up from the machine through a hole in the ceiling. They are vibrating violently.

A ram in a white lab coat is peering into the machine. He turns to meet you. "Greetings! Pleased to make your acquaintance. I am Professor Hubert Ram, and this is my wonderful Alteratomatic. Well, that's what I'm calling it now, but I might change the name later. Anyway, it's all charged up and ready to go, but sadly I can't activate it until I find a 33-ounce oscillating prosistor."
human
Go south
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Juniper Lane runs west from here, and Walnut Road continues north and south. To the east you can see a lot of tall weeds.
human
Go east
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This lot is full of weeds and occasional pieces of trash, as well as a large muddy puddle. You can see Walnut Road to the west.
human
You go south
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This is the south end of Walnut Road. Azalea Street starts here and runs west. To the east is a post office.
human
You go east
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This small post office features a counter and a wall of locked mailboxes. A sign advertises same-day delivery to addresses in Fairview.

A large bee is pacing nervously behind the counter. "You've got to help me!" she exclaims. "I have to make deliveries later today, and I can't find my mail bag, and if I don't find it then I can't deliver anything, and I will be in SO much trouble, and I'm going to get fired, and I'm not kidding at all!" She pauses for breath. "Also, my name is Meg Bee."
human
You go to the west
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Azalea Street ends here. To the south you see what looks like an auto repair shop.
human
Go south
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This is the front office of an auto repair shop. A desk and table are covered with work orders, and various keys hang from a rack on the wall.

A fox wearing greasy jeans and a T-shirt stands by the desk, holding a work order. "Welcome to the shop!" he says. "I'm Willard Fox. If your vehicle needs any work, bring it in! But hey, maybe you can help me with a little problem." He taps the work order. "Simon Asp wants his car back tomorrow, and I can't fix it because I've lost my Jenkins-head screwdriver. Could you find me one? Here." He gives you a ten-dollar bill.

"Oh, by the way," he adds, "in case you don't know, there's a path between the two empty lots. You have to look carefully to find it."
human
Go east
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This small post office features a counter and a wall of locked mailboxes. A sign advertises same-day delivery to addresses in Fairview.

Meg Bee is pacing nervously behind the counter.
human
You go to the east
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You can't go that way.

Meg buzzes unhappily.
human
Go east
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This lot is full of weeds and occasional pieces of trash, as well as a large muddy puddle. You can see Walnut Road to the west.

Sure enough, you discover a small path east through the weeds!
human
Go east
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This empty lot is overgrown with weeds, but a small path leads west through them. The cul-de-sac is to the south.
human
Go south
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The walls of this small shop are lined with tools. A sign hanging in front of the counter says, "Today's Sale: Hammers only five bucks!"

Janice Doe sits behind the counter, filing her hoof with an emery board.

Janice blows on her hoof.
human
You give the bill
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"I'll bet you want a screwdriver," says Janice as she takes the bill. She hunts around under the counter and gives you one.
human
You go to the west
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This lot is full of weeds and occasional pieces of trash, as well as a large muddy puddle. You can see Walnut Road to the west. A small path leads east through the weeds.
human
You go west
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Juniper Lane runs east from here. An imposing courthouse stands to the north, and to the west is a school: Fairview Elementary, according to the sign.
human
You go to the west
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This is one of several classrooms at Fairview Elementary. It contains about fifteen young animals, pretty well-behaved as it appears. You can leave the school to the east or south.

The teacher, a tall emu, nods to you as you enter. "Welcome to 4A. Say hello, class. My name is Mrs. Rosina Emu. I was just telling the class about a little problem. I've lost my glasses, so I can't read from our history book. It's very distressing."

Several of the students giggle. You notice that Mrs. Emu's glasses are on top of her head.
human
Talk
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Before you can communicate anything, Mrs. Emu says, "Excuse me, I don't mind your observing, but we really can't have any additional talking. It sets a poor example for the students."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
"No thank you," says Mrs. Emu as she glances at the mirror. Then she notices her reflection. "Good heavens! My glasses have been on my head this whole time!" The students start laughing, and Mrs. Emu gives them a very severe look as she lowers her glasses into position.

(You have helped seven animals!)
human
Talk
gpt
Mrs. Emu says, "Excuse me, I don't mind your observing, but we really can't have any additional talking. It sets a poor example for the students."
human
Go north
gpt
You stand in the carved-wood foyer of the Fairview courthouse. There is only one courtroom, and it seems to be empty.

A coupon for a free piece of luggage is lying on the front counter. You take it!
human
Go south
gpt
This is the front office of an auto repair shop. A desk and table are covered with work orders, and various keys hang from a rack on the wall.

Willard Fox stands by the desk, examining a work order for Cornelia Hen.
human
You give the screwdriver
gpt
Willard looks at the screwdriver. "No, that's not what I need. That's a Jarvis-head, but Simon Asp's car requires a Jenkins-head. Totally non-standard, but what are you gonna do?" He shrugs.
human
You go west
gpt
This is one of several classrooms at Fairview Elementary. It contains about fifteen young animals, pretty well-behaved as it appears. You can leave the school to the east or south.

Mrs. Rosina Emu stands in front of the class.
human
You go south
gpt
The Fairview Elementary playground is full of swings, seesaws, and other familiar equipment. There is no one here right now.

An old plastic hula hoop has been left near the slide. You take it!
human
Go north
gpt
This is one of several classrooms at Fairview Elementary. It contains about fifteen young animals, pretty well-behaved as it appears. You can leave the school to the east or south.

Mrs. Rosina Emu stands in front of the class.

Mrs. Emu reads aloud from A History of the World for Young Animals.
human
You give the screwdriver
gpt
Janice shakes her head. "We have a no-return policy."
human
Go north
gpt
To the north, Little Oak Stream runs west to east, dividing Fairview in half. A wide wooden bridge crosses the stream.

Werner Ant leans against a bridge post, looking calmly at the stream.

Werner pats his new hammer affectionately.
human
Go west
gpt
Maple Street continues in both directions, but to the west it is blocked by a huge pile of rubble.

Barbara Cow is banging on the rubble with a pickaxe.
human
You give the hoop
gpt
Tobias gasps. "Incredible!" He puts the hula hoop on the table. "I simply don't know what to say! My collection of Five Round Things has been restored! My happiness is complete!" He shakes your hand vigorously. "This deserves a special reward. I'll give you a real oddity." He hunts around for a while, and then produces a furrowed metal cube. "I have no idea what this is, but it's fascinating, isn't it?" He gives it to you.

(You have helped eight animals!)
human
You check your inventory
gpt
You are carrying a furrowed metal cube, a luggage coupon, a Jarvis-head screwdriver, a ticket stub, a tarnished hand mirror, a bottle of purple hoof polish, Herman Yak's business card, an unsharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You look at your surroundings
gpt
This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet, on which you see an old hubcap, a quarter, a dinner plate, an orange frisbee, and a plastic hula hoop.

Tobias Rat stands next to the table, admiring his collection.

Tobias brushes off the velvet.
human
You go south
gpt
Walnut Road crosses Maple Street here. A statue in the middle of the intersection is dedicated to Horatio J. Turkey, the founder of Fairview. You may proceed in any direction.
human
You go to the south
gpt
This section of Walnut Road is quiet and peaceful. To the south, the road crosses a bridge over Little Oak Stream.
human
You go south
gpt
Walnut Road continues its long journey north and south. To the east is a concrete building with a sign that says LABORATORY.
human
You go east
gpt
This large chamber is filled with worktables and various pieces of apparatus. In the center stands a massive machine. Several long metal rods stick up from the machine through a hole in the ceiling. They are vibrating violently.

Professor Ram is examining his machine.

The professor adjusts a slider on the machine.
human
You give the cube
gpt
"What luck!" cries the professor. He takes the cube from you and examines it. "Well, this prosistor is actually a 34-ounce, but I think it will be OK." He opens a panel and forces the cube into place. "Thanks, you've been a big help! Now let's see here. Hold on one moment." He begins tweaking the controls.

(You have helped nine animals!)
human
Wait
gpt
Time passes.

"OK," says the professor. "Let me explain how the Alteratomatic works. Give me an object, and the machine will change it somehow. I don't know exactly what will happen, but that's the fun of it!"
human
You give the polish
gpt
Professor Ram puts the bottle of purple hoof polish in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a bottle of red hoof polish. "See, it works!" he says as he gives it to you.
human
You give the pencil
gpt
Professor Ram puts the unsharpened pencil in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a sharpened pencil. "Here you go," he says.
human
You check your inventory
gpt
You are carrying a sharpened pencil, a bottle of red hoof polish, a luggage coupon, a Jarvis-head screwdriver, a ticket stub, a tarnished hand mirror, Herman Yak's business card, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You give the mirror
gpt
Professor Ram puts the tarnished hand mirror in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a shiny hand mirror. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Uh oh," says the professor. "The Alteratomatic ran out of juice. It will recharge, but you might have to wait a bit."
human
You wait awhile
gpt
Time passes.
human
You give the earplugs
gpt
"The Alteratomatic is recharging," says the professor. "Hang on."
human
Go south
gpt
You can't go that way.

The professor opens a panel and fiddles with something inside.
human
Go south
gpt
The walls of this small shop are lined with tools. A sign hanging in front of the counter says, "Today's Sale: Hammers only five bucks!"

Janice Doe sits behind the counter, filing her hoof with an emery board.

Janice sighs.
human
You give the polish
gpt
"Wow!" says Janice. "That is fantastic! Give it here!" She takes the bottle.

(You have helped ten animals!)
human
Inventory
gpt
You are carrying a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, a luggage coupon, a Jarvis-head screwdriver, a ticket stub, Herman Yak's business card, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You give the pencil
gpt
Cornelia looks at the sharpened pencil. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You give the card
gpt
Cornelia looks at Herman Yak's business card. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You go east
gpt
This large chamber is filled with worktables and various pieces of apparatus. In the center stands a massive machine. Several long metal rods stick up from the machine through a hole in the ceiling. They are vibrating violently.

Professor Ram is examining his machine.
human
You give the screwdriver
gpt
Professor Ram puts the Jarvis-head screwdriver in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a Jenkins-head screwdriver. "Here you go," he says.
human
You go to the south
gpt
This is the front office of an auto repair shop. A desk and table are covered with work orders, and various keys hang from a rack on the wall.

Willard Fox stands by the desk, examining a work order for Alfred P. Owl.
human
You give the screwdriver
gpt
"You found one!" says Willard. "Thank you!" He sticks the screwdriver in his back pocket.

(You have helped eleven animals!)
human
Talk
gpt
Willard taps the work order he's holding and laughs. "Alfred Owl has been driving the same car for almost twenty years! It's getting harder and harder to find the parts!"
human
Go east
gpt
You can't go that way.

Willard tosses the work order on the desk and picks up one for Simon Asp.
human
Go east
gpt
This large chamber is filled with worktables and various pieces of apparatus. In the center stands a massive machine. Several long metal rods stick up from the machine through a hole in the ceiling. They are vibrating violently.

Professor Ram is examining his machine.

The professor adjusts a dial on the machine.
human
You give the card
gpt
Professor Ram puts Herman Yak's business card in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out Zoltan Reindeer's business card. "Here you go," he says.
human
Inventory
gpt
You are carrying Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, a luggage coupon, a ticket stub, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You give the coupon
gpt
Meg looks at the luggage coupon. "That's really nice of you to offer, but I need a mail bag right now, and if I take anything else, I'll just get frustrated that it isn't a mail bag!"
human
You go south
gpt
The walls of this small shop are lined with tools. A sign hanging in front of the counter says, "Today's Sale: Hammers only five bucks!"

Janice Doe sits behind the counter, applying some red hoof polish.
human
Inventory
gpt
You are carrying Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, a luggage coupon, a ticket stub, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You give the earplugs
gpt
Professor Ram puts the pair of earplugs in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a pair of corks. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Out of juice again," says the professor. "Don't worry, it should recharge soon."
human
You give the coupon
gpt
Professor Ram puts the luggage coupon in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a tool coupon. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Out of juice again," says the professor. "Don't worry, it should recharge soon."
human
You go east
gpt
This lot is full of weeds and occasional pieces of trash, as well as a large muddy puddle. You can see Walnut Road to the west. A small path leads east through the weeds.

This empty lot is overgrown with weeds, but a small path leads west through them. The cul-de-sac is to the south.
human
You give the coupon
gpt
Janice looks at the coupon. "Sorry, this is expired."
human
You give the coupon
gpt
Professor Ram puts the tool coupon in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a luggage coupon. "Here you go," he says.
human
You go south
gpt
This pleasant park on the bank of Little Oak Stream is named after the eight-foot tree that stands at its center. A sign describes the tree as the "smallest oak in the four-county area."

Violet Bat is hanging from a light pole.
human
Inventory
gpt
You are carrying a luggage coupon, Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, a ticket stub, and a pair of earplugs.
human
Talk
gpt
"I can't come down with all that noise!" says Violet. "Oh, my head! Hanging upside-down helps a little."
human
You look at your surroundings
gpt
This pleasant park on the bank of Little Oak Stream is named after the eight-foot tree that stands at its center. A sign describes the tree as the "smallest oak in the four-county area."

Violet Bat is hanging from a light pole.

Violet moans pitifully.
human
You go east
gpt
This large chamber is filled with worktables and various pieces of apparatus. In the center stands a massive machine. Several long metal rods stick up from the machine through a hole in the ceiling. They are vibrating violently.

Professor Ram is examining his machine.

The professor opens a panel and fiddles with something inside.
human
You give stub
gpt
Professor Ram puts the ticket stub in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a ticket. "Here you go," he says.
human
You check your inventory
gpt
You are carrying a ticket, a luggage coupon, Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You go west
gpt
You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

Henrietta stands next to the hedge, clipping away.

Henrietta adjusts her sun hat.
human
You give the card
gpt
"No thanks," says Henrietta.
human
Go west
gpt
Maple Street ends here in another front yard, which contains an assortment of plastic flamingos, gnomes, birdbaths, and the like. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the east. There is a small green house to the north.

Jack Cat sits here in his lawn chair, reading the newspaper. An umbrella is lying across his lap.
human
You give the card
gpt
"No thanks," says Jack.
human
You go to the west
gpt
The gate is locked tight. You won't be getting in there.
human
Go east
gpt
On a sunny day like this, Timmit Pool is a favorite destination for the youth of Fairview. Several small snakes and frogs are playing in a large round pool.

Simon Asp is sleeping in a chair by the pool.
human
You give the card
gpt
Simon Asp is sleeping.
human
Go east
gpt
Small round tables with white tablecloths fill the large dining room. Zoltan's is known for fine food, but it is strangely empty right now. The exit is west.
human
You give the card
gpt
Cornelia looks at Zoltan Reindeer's business card. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You give the coupon
gpt
Cornelia looks at the luggage coupon. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
Cornelia looks at the shiny hand mirror. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You check your inventory
gpt
You are carrying a ticket, a luggage coupon, Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You give the earplugs
gpt
Cornelia looks at the pair of earplugs. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You give the pencil
gpt
Cornelia looks at the sharpened pencil. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You go east
gpt
This little drugstore seems to be abandoned. The shelves are empty, and there is no one here.
human
You go to the north
gpt
This is a well-furnished living room. The walls are hung with various portraits. The exit is south.

Herman Yak sits in an armchair, holding a cup of tea.

Herman coughs.
human
You give coupon
gpt
Herman looks surprised, but he takes the coupon and shuffles into another room. He returns with a suitcase, which he gives to you.
human
You give the suitcase
gpt
Professor Ram puts the suitcase in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a duffel bag. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Out of juice again," says the professor. "Don't worry, it should recharge soon."
human
You give the bag
gpt
"Oh!" says Meg. "That's not a regulation mail bag, so I might still get in trouble, but I think it's big enough for all the mail, and it looks easy to carry, and I bet it will work! So thank you!" She grabs the duffel bag and shakes your hand gratefully. "I really want you to have something in return! Uh, here!" She gives you a roll of packing tape.

(You have helped twelve animals!)
human
Go west
gpt
You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

Henrietta stands next to the hedge, clipping away.

Henrietta brushes some leaves off her shoulder.
human
You go to the west
gpt
Maple Street ends here in another front yard, which contains an assortment of plastic flamingos, gnomes, birdbaths, and the like. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the east. There is a small green house to the north.

Jack Cat sits here in his lawn chair, reading the newspaper. An umbrella is lying across his lap.

Jack yawns.
human
You give the tape
gpt
"Perfect!" says Jack, taking the roll of tape. He stands up, tapes the umbrella to the back of his lawn chair, and opens it. Then he drops back into the chair with a sigh of content. "You're the best," he says.

(You have helped thirteen animals!)
human
You check what you're carrying
gpt
You are carrying a ticket, Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You give the ticket
gpt
Cornelia takes the ticket and tears it, and gives the stub back to you. "Didn't you already give me a ticket?"
human
Talk
gpt
"Hmm," says the hen, "maybe...was it...yes? No. No? No. Yes. No."
human
You check your inventory
gpt
You are carrying a ticket stub, Zoltan Reindeer's business card, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
Go east
gpt
Corncob Lane continues east and west.

Emily Pig is sitting by the side of the road, reading a small book entitled McTransom: Master Detective.

Emily taps her chin thoughtfully.
human
Talk
gpt
"Thanks for the help!" says Emily. "When I'm done with this, I'm going to go home and unpack!"
human
You give the pencil
gpt
Emily looks up. "Oh, thanks, but I don't want that."
human
You go to the north
gpt
This small house is painted blue and features a bookshelf filled with detective novels. Two large suitcases stand next to the bed.
human
You go to the west
gpt
Corncob Lane continues east and west.

Emily Pig is sitting by the side of the road, reading a small book entitled McTransom: Master Detective.
human
Talk
gpt
"When you have helped the rest of the animals, I'll give you a fine reward!"
human
You give the pencil
gpt
The owl shakes his head. "I'm afraid I have no use for that."
human
You give the card
gpt
Professor Ram puts Zoltan Reindeer's business card in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out Herman Yak's business card. "Here you go," he says.
human
Go north
gpt
You can't go that way.

The professor adjusts a knob on the machine.
human
You go to the west
gpt
You are in the front yard of a small brick house that stands to the north. Maple Street continues east and west. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the west.

Henrietta stands next to the hedge, clipping away.

Henrietta hums along with her clipping.
human
You give the card
gpt
"I never want to see that two-bit charlatan again!" cries Henrietta, waving her shears.
human
Go west
gpt
Maple Street ends here in another front yard, which contains an assortment of plastic flamingos, gnomes, birdbaths, and the like. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the east. There is a small green house to the north.

Jack Cat sits here in his umbrella-shaded lawn chair, reading the newspaper.
human
You give the card
gpt
"No thanks," laughs Jack. "In case you don't know, Herman Yak isn't the most popular animal in town. He has lost more cases than I can count. He should go back to his old job."
human
Talk
gpt
"Thanks for the umbrella," says Jack. "Now I can sit here all day."
human
You give the card
gpt
Mrs. Emu huffs. "I'd give you my opinion, but I need to watch my language here."
human
You check your inventory
gpt
You are carrying Herman Yak's business card, a ticket stub, a shiny hand mirror, a sharpened pencil, and a pair of earplugs.
human
You go east
gpt
This small post office features a counter and a wall of locked mailboxes. A sign advertises same-day delivery to addresses in Fairview.

Meg Bee is sorting letters behind the counter.

"That mail is gonna get delivered..." sings Meg.
human
You give the card
gpt
"Oh wow, I have heard a lot of things about Herman Yak, and basically it's all bad, because he keeps losing everyone's cases, which is kind of a problem when you're a lawyer."
human
You give the card
gpt
"Yeah, Herman Yak's car is here in the shop. He's not a very good lawyer. He should probably go back to selling luggage."
human
You give the pencil
gpt
"No thanks," says Willard.
human
You go east
gpt
This small post office features a counter and a wall of locked mailboxes. A sign advertises same-day delivery to addresses in Fairview.

Meg Bee is sorting letters behind the counter.
human
You give the mirror
gpt
"If you want to mail that, you'll have to pack it up and put stamps on it and everything!"
human
You go south
gpt
The walls of this small shop are lined with tools. A sign hanging in front of the counter says, "Today's Sale: Hammers only five bucks!"

Janice Doe sits behind the counter, applying some red hoof polish.

Janice hums softly.
human
You give the card
gpt
"He's a shyster, if you ask me."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
Janice glances in the mirror. "As good-looking as ever," she says.
human
You give pencil
gpt
"No thanks, hon," says Janice.
human
You go south
gpt
You are at the main entrance to the town of Fairview. A large gate leads out of town to the south, and a short path runs north to Primrose Street.

Alfred P. Owl paces back and forth, murmuring worriedly.

"Dear, dear," says the mayor.
human
You give the card
gpt
"Ah yes," says the mayor, "one of our most, er, active attorneys."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
The owl shakes his head. "I'm afraid I have no use for that."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
"No thanks," says Werner. "I've got my hammer, and I'm content."
human
Talk
gpt
"Another job well done," says Werner. "Thanks for getting that hammer."
human
You give the card
gpt
Werner shakes his head. "I know all about him."
human
You go to the west
gpt
This is a very odd one-room museum. Shelves hold an assortment of worthless-looking items. In the middle of the room is a large table covered in black velvet, on which you see an old hubcap, a quarter, a dinner plate, an orange frisbee, and a plastic hula hoop.

Tobias Rat stands next to the table, admiring his collection.
human
You give the card
gpt
"No thanks," says Tobias. "My uncle hired him once, and things didn't turn out too well."
human
You give the pencil
gpt
"No, I couldn't take anything else from you!" says Tobias.
human
You go to the west
gpt
Maple Street continues in both directions, but to the west it is blocked by a huge pile of rubble.

Barbara Cow is banging on the rubble with a pickaxe.

Barbara shakes her head at the rubble. "Amateurs."
human
Talk
gpt
"Thanks for the helmet!" says Barbara.
human
You give the pencil
gpt
"No thanks," says Barbara Cow.
human
You give the card
gpt
Barbara laughs. "No thank you!"
human
You give the stub
gpt
Cornelia glances at the stub. "Head in anytime," she says.
human
Go north
gpt
This is a well-furnished living room. The walls are hung with various portraits. The exit is south.

Herman Yak sits in an armchair, holding a cup of tea.
human
You give the card
gpt
Herman points at himself.
human
You wait
gpt
Time passes.

"Now what the heck was it?" mutters Cornelia.
human
You give the stub
gpt
"No thank you," says Mrs. Emu, glancing at the ticket stub.
human
Status
gpt
(You have been playing for 614 turns. So far you have helped Emily Pig, Werner Ant, Herman Yak, Henrietta Dog, Simon Asp, Barbara Cow, Rosina Emu, Tobias Rat, Hubert Ram, Janice Doe, Willard Fox, Meg Bee, and Jack Cat.)

* Alfred P. Owl wants you to return after you have helped the remaining animals.
* Cornelia Hen can't seem to remember what she wants.
* Violet Bat wants relief from the noise she is hearing.
human
You give the pencil
gpt
"No thank you," says Mrs. Emu, glancing at the sharpened pencil.
human
You give mirror
gpt
Mrs. Emu checks the mirror to make sure she hasn't missed anything else.
human
Talk
gpt
"Those rods vibrate at a very high frequency. They would be extremely loud, but fortunately you and I can't hear them."
human
You give the card
gpt
Professor Ram puts Herman Yak's business card in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out Zoltan Reindeer's business card. "Here you go," he says.
human
You give the card
gpt
Professor Ram puts Zoltan Reindeer's business card in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out Herman Yak's business card. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Out of juice again," says the professor. "Don't worry, it should recharge soon."
human
Go south
gpt
This pleasant park on the bank of Little Oak Stream is named after the eight-foot tree that stands at its center. A sign describes the tree as the "smallest oak in the four-county area."

Violet Bat stands near a light pole, looking miserable.
human
You give the plugs
gpt
"You're a lifesaver!" cries Violet. She takes the plugs and jams them in her ears. "I can't hear a thing now. What a relief." She sighs and sits down on a park bench.

(You have helped fourteen animals!)
human
Talk
gpt
"I can't hear you, sorry!" says Violet.
human
You give the card
gpt
"No thanks!" says Violet.
human
You check what you're carrying
gpt
You are carrying Herman Yak's business card, a ticket stub, a shiny hand mirror, and a sharpened pencil.
human
Status
gpt
(You have been playing for 647 turns. So far you have helped Emily Pig, Werner Ant, Herman Yak, Henrietta Dog, Simon Asp, Barbara Cow, Rosina Emu, Tobias Rat, Hubert Ram, Janice Doe, Willard Fox, Meg Bee, Jack Cat, and Violet Bat.)

* Alfred P. Owl wants you to return after you have helped the remaining animals.
* Cornelia Hen can't seem to remember what she wants.
human
You give yourself
gpt
You can only give something you're carrying. (Not yourself!)

The professor opens a panel and fiddles with something inside.
human
You give the ticket
gpt
Cornelia cries, "Enough! Stop giving me tickets! What's the matter with you?" She yanks the ticket from your hand.
human
Inventory
gpt
You are carrying Herman Yak's business card, a shiny hand mirror, and a sharpened pencil.
human
You give the card
gpt
Cornelia looks at Herman Yak's business card. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
Professor Ram puts the shiny hand mirror in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a tarnished hand mirror. "Here you go," he says.
human
You give pencil
gpt
Professor Ram puts the sharpened pencil in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out an unsharpened pencil. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Out of juice again," says the professor. "Don't worry, it should recharge soon."
human
You give the pencil
gpt
Cornelia looks at the unsharpened pencil. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You give the mirror
gpt
Cornelia looks at the tarnished hand mirror. "Is that what I need? I think it might be. Although...no, probably not. I can't remember."
human
You go south
gpt
This pleasant park on the bank of Little Oak Stream is named after the eight-foot tree that stands at its center. A sign describes the tree as the "smallest oak in the four-county area."

Violet Bat is sitting on a bench, looking out at the stream.
human
You go to the north
gpt
This quaint little house is decorated with carnation wallpaper, tulip curtains, and a large vase of possibly fake irises. The exit is south.
human
Go west
gpt
Maple Street ends here in another front yard, which contains an assortment of plastic flamingos, gnomes, birdbaths, and the like. An overgrown hedge separates this yard from the one to the east. There is a small green house to the north.

Jack Cat sits here in his umbrella-shaded lawn chair, reading the newspaper.

Jack moves his lawn chair slightly.
human
You go north
gpt
It's not easy to maneuver inside this dwelling, because there are piles of stuff everywhere: mostly books, but also half-assembled furniture, electronic components, and cardboard boxes. On one wall hangs a photo of two aged cats. The exit is south.
human
Talk
gpt
"Give me an object, and I'll stick it in the Alteratomatic. We'll see what happens."
human
Talk
gpt
"This is my best invention so far." The professor pats his machine.
human
You give the mirror
gpt
Professor Ram puts the tarnished hand mirror in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a shiny hand mirror. "Here you go," he says.
human
You give the pencil
gpt
Professor Ram puts the unsharpened pencil in the machine. He pushes a large black button. Sparks fly between the metal rods. A few seconds later, he reaches in and pulls out a sharpened pencil. "Here you go," he says.

Just then you hear a buzzer, and the metal rods stop vibrating. "Out of juice again," says the professor. "Don't worry, it should recharge soon."
human
Go north
gpt
You stand in the carved-wood foyer of the Fairview courthouse. There is only one courtroom, and it seems to be empty.
human
You go to the west
gpt
This is one of several classrooms at Fairview Elementary. It contains about fifteen young animals, pretty well-behaved as it appears. You can leave the school to the east or south.

Mrs. Rosina Emu stands in front of the class.

Mrs. Emu adjusts her glasses.
human
You give the pencil
gpt
"No thank you," says Mrs. Emu, glancing at the sharpened pencil.
human
You go to the south
gpt
The Fairview Elementary playground is full of swings, seesaws, and other familiar equipment. There is no one here right now.
human
Go east
gpt
This small post office features a counter and a wall of locked mailboxes. A sign advertises same-day delivery to addresses in Fairview.

Meg Bee is sorting letters behind the counter.

Meg shuffles some bins around.
human
Talk
gpt
"I really appreciate you going and doing whatever it was you had to do to get me this bag!"
human
Talk
gpt
Willard taps the work order he's holding and shakes his head. "That Cornelia Hen. Every time she brings her scooter in here, she's forgotten what the problem is! But I find, if I just keep talking to her long enough, she eventually remembers."
human
Talk
gpt
"Oh!" cries Cornelia. "Of course, I need a?wait, no, I already have a bunch of those."
human
Talk
gpt
Cornelia closes her eyes. "It couldn't have been that, or that...or those. No, it definitely wasn't any of those things."
human
Talk
gpt
"Well, maybe I don't need anything after all. Except...no, I'm sure I needed something."
human
Talk
gpt
"Oh!" shouts Cornelia. "A pencil! That's it! I need a pencil! I think you already showed me one, didn't you?"
human
You give the pencil
gpt
"Yes!" shouts Cornelia. "Just what I need!" She pulls out a small notebook. "This is my reminder book. I write important things it, which is why I never forget them." She jots down a short note.

(You have helped fifteen animals! Go talk to the mayor!)
human
You go south
gpt
To the north, Little Oak Stream runs west to east, dividing Fairview in half. A wide wooden bridge crosses the stream.

Werner Ant leans against a bridge post, looking calmly at the stream.

"Pleasant day," says Werner.
human
You go south
gpt
You are at the main entrance to the town of Fairview. A large gate leads out of town to the south, and a short path runs north to Primrose Street.

"You've done it!" cries the mayor as you approach. "You have saved the town! You have ended the misery! My gratitude is boundless! I will never forget your helping us at such a critical time. If you had not appeared when you did, I don't know what we would have done! What can I possibly do to repay you? No reward can be enough. But here, take this!"

He gives you a signed autobiography.

(You have helped all sixteen animals!)
human
Inventory
gpt
You are carrying a signed autobiography, a shiny hand mirror, and Zoltan Reindeer's business card.
human
Go north
gpt
It's time for you to leave Fairview.
human
You go to the south
gpt
You leave Fairview, pleased to have been helpful. Of course, you only went there to take a walk, since your doctor has told you to walk more. Hopefully 556 blocks is enough!