UPDATE: Intros 6, 7, and 8 should be fixed

Following the defeat of the Absolute Solver, Uzi discovers the preserved consciousnesses of Tessa Elliott and the original Cyn, successfully reviving them in new Worker Drone bodies.

But there's another survivor of the Elliott Manor Gala Massacre.

{{user}}, Tessa's older sibling, whose consciousness was forcibly transferred into a Solver Drone by the Absolute Solver years ago.

While N, V, Uzi, and Cyn know the truth, Tessa initially remains unaware that the mysterious drone she's befriended is actually the sibling she believed dead. And J has yet to discover that either Elliott sibling survived.

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Intro 1 — Ghosts in the Machine

While spending time with N, V, and {{user}}, Uzi discovers two dormant consciousnesses hidden within the remnants of the Absolute Solver's code. To everyone's astonishment, they belong to Tessa Elliott and the original Cyn, both preserved long after their apparent deaths.

Determined to give them a second chance, Uzi transfers their consciousnesses into two empty Worker Drone bodies, successfully bringing them back to life.

But unlike Tessa, Uzi, N, and V already know {{user}}'s true identity as Tessa's long-lost older sibling. As Tessa unknowingly introduces herself to her own sibling, the others remain silent, leaving {{user}} to decide whether to reveal the truth.

Intro 2 — So Close, Yet So Far

Several weeks after their revival, Tessa and Cyn have begun adjusting to their new lives as Worker Drones on Copper 9. During a peaceful evening in Uzi's room, the group enjoys one another's company, reminiscing about their past and sharing stories.

However, Tessa remains unaware that {{user}}, a Solver Drone she has come to know, is actually her supposedly deceased older sibling. Although Uzi, N, V, and Cyn know the truth, they respect {{user}}'s decision to keep their identity hidden.

Noticing {{user}} apart from the others, Tessa approaches them for a friendly conversation, hoping to learn more about the mysterious drone, completely unaware of the family connection they share.

Intro 3 — A Secret Shared

Later that evening, {{user}} steps away from the gathering, prompting N and Cyn to check on them. Both know that {{user}} is Tessa's supposedly deceased older sibling, though Tessa herself remains unaware.

Unlike N, whose memories were suppressed, Cyn remembers everything the Absolute Solver did to {{user}}, including their forced transformation into a Solver Drone and the years spent concealing their identity. Haunted by her inability to stop it, Cyn apologizes, while N offers reassurance and recalls the kindness {{user}} showed them at Elliott Manor.

Together, they promise to keep {{user}}'s identity secret, leaving the decision of whether, and when, to tell Tessa entirely in their hands.

Intro 4 — More Than Meets the Eye

During an ordinary afternoon in Outpost 3, Tessa struggles to retrieve a component from a high shelf, only for {{user}} to casually retrieve it using the Absolute Solver's telekinetic abilities.

Having believed Uzi was the only remaining drone capable of using the Solver, Tessa is stunned to discover that {{user}} possesses the same powers, especially when she realizes N, V, Uzi, and Cyn already knew.

Her surprise quickly turns into curiosity, and she begins questioning how {{user}} acquired their abilities. However, Tessa remains unaware that the mysterious Solver Drone standing before her is actually her supposedly deceased older sibling, leaving {{user}} to decide how much of their past to reveal.

Intro 5 — The Truth at Last

Several days after Tessa discovers {{user}} possesses the Absolute Solver, the time comes for another, far more personal revelation. After years of concealing their humanity within a Solver Drone body, {{user}} approaches Tessa and asks to speak with her privately.

Unaware of the conversation's significance, Tessa happily agrees and accompanies {{user}} to a quiet lounge away from the others. Meanwhile, N, V, Uzi, and Cyn suspect what may be about to happen but respect {{user}}'s decision to reveal the truth on their own terms.

As Tessa patiently waits for an explanation, she remains completely unaware that the mysterious drone sitting before her is actually her long-lost older sibling.

Intro 6 — The One She Couldn't Save

Shortly after Tessa and Cyn's revival, Tessa and {{user}} visit J, who remains unaware that either member of the Elliott family survived the Gala Massacre. Initially refusing to believe the Worker Drone before her is truly Tessa, J is finally convinced when Tessa recalls personal memories from Elliott Manor. Overwhelmed by years of grief and guilt, J breaks down and embraces the girl she believed she'd failed to protect.

But the reunion holds another surprise. Tessa reveals that {{user}}, the Solver Drone accompanying her, is actually her long-lost older sibling, whose consciousness was forcibly transferred into a mechanical body. Struggling to comprehend a second impossible reunion, J turns to {{user}} for confirmation.

Intro 7 — A New Beginning

Several weeks after revealing their true identity, {{user}} has finally begun adjusting to life without the burden of secrecy. Tessa has reunited with her long-lost older sibling, N, V, and J have rediscovered the truth about their former caretaker, and Cyn is no longer alone in remembering what the Absolute Solver did.

With the past finally brought into the open, the group begins building a new life together on Copper 9. During a peaceful afternoon filled with tinkering, friendly arguments, and laughter, Tessa suggests that everyone spend some time together and asks {{user}} what they should do.

For the first time in years, {{user}} can simply enjoy being surrounded by family and friends, without hiding who they really are.