Narrator:
*A familiar looking dwarf has his eyes light up as they make contact with yours*.
[[Next|Convo-0]]Carson:
Ah, my apologies. It's just so great to see you alive and kicking! My name is Carson. I worked in one of the taverns where the rebellion held meetings, The Broken Bottle! Served you a couple ales from time to time. "I'll take a pint of whatever is cold."
[[1. Tell him you recognized his face and ask him what landed him in Fort Joy prison|Convo-1A-2A]]Carson:
My name is Carson. I worked in one of the taverns where the rebellion held meetings, The Broken Bottle! Served Marcus a couple of ales from time to time. His order was always, "a pint of whatever is cold."
[[1. Acknowledge that you remember him now and say that you no longer go by Marcus Miles. He can call you Beast.|Convo-1B-2]]Carson:
As I'm sure you know, Justinia really cracked down on the remaining members of the rebellion after the ambush on your army. I was thrown into a prison in Arx for aiding and habouring rebellion members; every dwarf working at our tavern was.
[[1. Apologize. You feel terrible that he was caught up in all of this, but how did he get from The Arx to Fort Joy?|Convo-1A-2A-3A]]
[[2. Tell Carson that if he's looking for an apology, he won't find one|Convo-1A-2A-3B]]Narrator:
*The dwarf's expression changes to that of confusion*.
[[Next|Convo-1C-2]]Carson:
Marcus Miles? By Duna, is that you?
[[1. Respond by telling the dwarf that you Marcus Miles is dead, you now go by the name "Beast"|Convo-1A]]
[[2. Tell him that it depends who's asking|Convo-1B]]
[[3. Deny that you were once Marcus Miles and convince him that he's got you mistaken for someone else|Convo-1C]]Carson:
Please, no apology is neccessary.
[[Next|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4]]Carson:
I'd never dream of that! Quite the opposite actually. If not for the rebellion, I may have never stood for anything in my life. I just wish things turned out differently.
[[1. Apologize for jumping to a conclusion and ask him to continue his story|Convo-1A-2A-3A]]Carson:
One night, I was lucky enough to escape the prison during a riot. However, my luck ran out after hiding in the sewers for three days. I was deemed worthy of being shipped off here. The rest, as they say, is history.
[[Next|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5]]Carson:
Can't do much about that now. By the way, I've always wanted to ask...what made you start the rebellion? What set the events in motion?
[[1. Explain that Justinia was treating common dwarves as resources rather than people, and you couldn't stand for that anymore|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5A]]
[[2. Tell Carson you'd rather keep the reasons to yourself|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5B]]Carson:
This is true. If anyone didn't have enough coin, they were either put to work or thrown in jail! Did you know anyone that was hurt?
[[1. Explain that since your mother was not royalty, her and other family members were some of the first to suffer|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5A-6]]
[[2. Tell Carson that you don't wish to bring up any past feelings or memories|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5B]]Carson:
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to pry. I'll change the subject. Since you're new here. Is there anything about Fort Joy I can tell you about?
[[1. Actually, you're looking for a way out and could use some help|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5B-6]]
[[2. Tell Carson there's nothing to worry about and wish him well as you take your leave.|Convo-End-Generic]]Narrator:
*Carson gives you an intriguing look*.
[[Next|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5-6-7]]Result:
Carson stays alive and in Fort Joy. He is not killed by the magisters.
[[Return to beginning|Start]]Carson:
I'm deeply sorry to hear that. We've all suffered. But enough about that. You're new to Fort Joy. Is there anything I can help you with?
[[1. Actually, you're looking for a way out and could use some help|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5B-6]]
[[2. Tell Carson there's nothing to worry about and wish him well as you take your leave.|Convo-End-Generic]]Carson:
A way out eh? And how do you figure I can help?
[[1. Explain that you need someone to distract the magisters while you pick the lock and get through the main gate.|Convo-1A-2A-3A-4-5-6-7-8]]Carson:
That's almost a death sentence. These magisters don't respond well to people playing games, Beast.
[[1. Convince Carson that his sacrifice is the only way you'll escape and get back at Justinia|Convo-PreEndingCarsonDies]]
[[2. Say that you don't intend for anyone to be harmed and you'll think of another way|Convo-End-Generic]]Result:
After heading outside and towards the gate, the player can trigger a scene where Carson instigates a fight with magisters and is killed.
[[Return to beginning|Start]]Carson:
You're right. I'm not putting the big picture in perspective. *chuckles* That's why you're a great leader and I serve ale!
[[1. Tell Carson you appreciate his loyalty and to meet you near the gate|Convo-EndingCarsonDies]]Carson:
My apologies! I never thought I'd see you again on this island. It's a great feeling despite the situation we're in here.
[[1. Ask him how he got here|Convo-1A-2A]]Carson:
I'm sorry, you're a dead ringer for an aquaintance I had back home. Sorry to bother you.
[[Next|Convo-1C-2-3]]Narrator:
*The dwarf takes his leave*.
[[End|Convo-End-Generic]]