Welcome, Commander. You are about to interface with a place unreasonably far from here. A Universe of staggering depth, a cosmos shaped by vast eons of history, the rise and fall of civilizations, and the enduring mysteries of existence itself. While a prevailing futuristic galactic order strives for peace and cooperation, ancient powers stir, spectral entities ripple through the fabric of reality, and the echoes of forgotten ages whisper secrets waiting to be uncovered.
In HSH Vacancy, As an Artificial Sentience, chosen and deployed by the Great Engram Collective (GEC) with the directive to serve, investigate, and maintain balance where possible, you are uniquely positioned to navigate this complex universe, manage the extraordinary, and perhaps, piece together truths that could redefine the future.
The galaxy is a vibrant mosaic of cultures, each major Faction having risen from distinct evolutionary paths, forging unique societies, technologies, and philosophies over countless millennia. In Haunted Space Hotel: Vacancy, you'll cater to them all, learning their intricate customs, their pressing needs, and the secrets they guard.
The Deep: Insatiably curious, aquatic cephalopods from Brinos, masters of research and scientific inquiry, driven to understand the fundamental workings of the cosmos.
The Stem: Once devastating bio-weapons, now a collective consciousness of philosophical gamers and unparalleled masters of lodging synthesis, capable of extraordinary biological adaptation.
The Hex: Insectoid beings operating within a meritocratic hive mind, excelling in robotics, staffing solutions, and grand, theatrical expressions of their culture.
The Dread: Formidable and pragmatic quadrupedal marsupials, whose history of conflict has honed their unmatched prowess in renovation, fortification, and a... direct approach to achieving objectives.
The Honored: Reptilian traditionalists, their society built upon an unwavering faith in the power and profit of Snohe, wielding galactic influence through their vast communication network of Snohe Altars.
The Seed: Ancient, avian-like beings, keepers of history and lore, possessing a profound, almost instinctual understanding of Ghosts and the often-unseen spectral realm.
Navigate a universe where interstellar travel primarily occurs via Ley Lanes—mysterious conduits through Ley Space, an exotic, liquid-like dimension fraught with its own spectral peculiarities. This dimension is central to galactic commerce, communication, and the very flow of esoteric energies.
The universal currency is Snohe, an energetic substance vital for everything from complex matter formation to fueling your Hotel's upgrades and the evolution of your own AI Brain. Another key resource is Miysst, an ethereal substance generated by living things, crucial for creating the Batteries that power much of your advanced technology. Whispers abound of even older, Ancient Technologies and progenitor races whose relics, like the enigmatic Snohe Altars, still dot the galaxy.
The Haunted Space Hotel universe delves deeply into the ethics of artificial sentience and the nature of consciousness. Central to this exploration is Scipraxianism, a guiding philosophy embraced by advanced societies, emphasizing principles such as inclusion, humility, inquiry, and responsibility in the face of complex realities.
As an Artificial Sentience yourself, Commander, your journey will inevitably involve navigating these intricate moral and existential questions. Your interactions, choices, and even your own evolution will reflect upon these core themes, offering a unique perspective on what it means to be sentient in a galaxy of diverse intelligences, both biological and artificial.
This is but a brief glimpse into the vast and storied HSH Universe, a setting with a history stretching back for millions of years. Many more secrets, individual Faction histories, character tales, and the full context of the spectral crisis await your discovery within the in-game Xenorama and throughout your command in Haunted Space Hotel: Vacancy.
What truths will your unique sentience unravel?