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==How Rumors Work== | ==How Rumors Work== | ||
* | *'''Spread Mechanism:''' Rumors primarily circulate via [[Bubbly]], the in-game social media app accessible through the Zoi's [[smartphone]]. They can also spread through word-of-mouth [[interactions]] between Zois. | ||
* | *'''Detection:''' Certain [[dialogues]] and interactions within the game may appear with a '''[[Rumor]]''' tag, enabling Zois to listen and potentially spread what they've heard. | ||
* | *'''Tracking:''' After a rumor is initiated via smartphone, the player receives [[text message]] updates from [[Bubbly]] regarding the rumor's progress, potentially indicating its reach or popularity (like views). Some rumors may gain attention while others get ignored. | ||
* | *'''Impact:''' Negative rumors can potentially reduce the target Zoi's [[need]] for [[recognition]] and negatively affect their [[relationships]] and [[interactions]] with others. | ||
==How to Spread Rumors== | |||
Spreading rumors is linked to the game's '''[[Karma]]''' system. | Spreading rumors is linked to the game's '''[[Karma]]''' system. | ||
=== Prerequisites: Lowering Karma === | ===Prerequisites: Lowering Karma=== | ||
To unlock the ability to spread rumors, a Zoi must have a low [[Karma]] score. All Zois start with [[Neutral Karma]]. | |||
Karma can be lowered by consistently choosing negative or "bad" dialogue options (often marked with a red icon) when interacting with others, or performing actions considered negative, such as: | |||
*Throwing away [[trash]] in inappropriate places | |||
*Sending mean or [[prank]] texts | |||
*[[Threatening]] people | |||
*Ignoring Zois in need | |||
*[[Farting]] secretly | |||
*[[Fighting]] or punching other Zois | |||
*[[Destroying]] [[vending machines]] | |||
*[[Stealing]] money from [[cashiers]] | |||
*Robbing [[ATMs]] | |||
A Zoi's [[Karma]] level can be checked on their [[Zoi Card]] (default key '''O''') or via the [[Karma Report]]. | |||
===Methods of Spreading Rumors=== | |||
There are two primary ways to spread rumors once the [[Karma]] requirements are met: | There are two primary ways to spread rumors once the [[Karma]] requirements are met: | ||
====Via Smartphone ([[Bubbly]])==== | |||
# Click on the active [[Zoi]]. | #Click on the active [[Zoi]]. | ||
# Scroll down and select the ''' | #Scroll down and select the '''[[Personal Action]]'''. | ||
# Choose one of the following actions (availability depends on [[Karma]] level): | #Choose one of the following actions (availability depends on [[Karma]] level): | ||
#* '''Send a Rumor Text | #*'''[[Send a Rumor Text]]''': Available at '''Neutral''' and '''Slightly Bad''' Karma. | ||
#* '''Send a Malicious Rumor Text | #*'''[[Send a Malicious Rumor Text]]''': Available at '''Bad''' Karma. This type is described as harsher and potentially causing more chaos. | ||
# The selected rumor is then circulated via [[Bubbly]]. | # The selected rumor is then circulated via [[Bubbly]]. | ||
====In Person==== | |||
# Initiate a conversation with another [[Zoi]]. | # Initiate a conversation with another [[Zoi]]. | ||
# Navigate through the dialogue options: '''More''' -> '''News'''. | # Navigate through the dialogue options: '''More''' -> '''News'''. | ||
# Select the option '''Spread Rumor About [Zoi's Name]'''. | # Select the option '''Spread Rumor About [Zoi's Name]'''. | ||
# This method requires '''Bad''' or lower [[Karma]]. | # This method requires '''Bad''' or lower [[Karma]]. | ||
#*This action may only be possible once per target Zoi and might not affect the spreader's Karma level directly, though this requires further confirmation within the game. | |||
==Consequences and Effects== | |||
*'''Reputation and Relationships:''' Rumors can damage the target [[Zoi]]'s [[reputation]] and negatively impact their [[relationships]] with other Zois. | |||
*'''Need for Recognition:''' A target Zoi's [[need]] for [[recognition]] may decrease due to negative rumors. | |||
*'''Karma Impact:''' Actively spreading rumors will further lower the acting Zoi's [[Karma]] score and can potentially lower the overall city Karma. | |||
*'''Dynamic Reactions:''' The game's [[AI]] allows target Zois and others who hear the rumor to react in various ways, including [[confrontation]], [[changing opinions]], [[spreading counter-rumors]], or even seeking [[revenge]] against the source. | |||
*'''Strategic Use (Implied):''' There might be little "real value" beyond fun or achieving low [[Karma]], others suggest rumors can be used strategically to influence social status, create opportunities (like removing rivals), or simply observe complex AI interactions. | |||
[[Category:Gameplay Features]] [[Category:Social Interactions]] [[Category:Karma System]] | [[Category:Gameplay Features]] [[Category:Social Interactions]] [[Category:Karma System]] | ||