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Outline "Good Old Hide&Seek"


A locked box that only opens when the right questions are asked.The First Interrogation: The story begins with the first interrogation of Mi, a person of interest in an ongoing investigation. The interview reveals Mi's guarded nature and selective disclosure of information, indicating a need for further exploration to unravel the underlying motivations and intricacies of their character.

Introduction of the Protagonist:

The story begins with the introduction of the young man, who is struggling with his own identity and the secrets he hides from himself and others. This aligns with the theme of "Internal Struggles & Choices" from both the Ovid and Shakespeare adapters, reminiscent of Hamlet's internal struggle in Shakespeare's "Hamlet" and Narcissus's self-obsession in Ovid's "Metamorphoses".

  1. The story opens with the young man, living an ordinary life, yet feeling a sense of unease.
  2. He struggles with his identity, unsure of who he truly is.
  3. He hides secrets from himself and others, creating a sense of mystery.
  4. The young man is seen reading Hamlet, drawing parallels between his struggle and Hamlet's.
  5. He is fascinated by the character of Narcissus in Ovid's "Metamorphoses", seeing a reflection of his own self-obsession.
  6. The young man's internal struggle intensifies, affecting his relationships. 
  7. He starts to question his own actions and motives, similar to Hamlet's soliloquy. 
  8. The young man's self-obsession grows, mirroring Narcissus's fixation on his own reflection. 
  9. He begins to realize that he needs to confront his internal struggles. 
  10. The introduction ends with the young man deciding to embark on a journey of self-discovery.

Meeting the Ambassador: 

The young man meets Ambassador fckfrg, an older man who hides behind the façade of his hat. This encounter mirrors the theme of "Family Dynamics" seen in "King Lear", where the characters hide their true intentions behind their roles in the family.

  1. The young man encounters Ambassador fckfrg, a mysterious older man. 
  2. The Ambassador hides his true intentions behind his hat, similar to the characters in "King Lear". 
  3. The young man is intrigued by the Ambassador's façade, sensing a kindred spirit. 
  4. The Ambassador shares stories of his own struggles with identity, mirroring the young man's internal conflict. 
  5. The young man begins to see the Ambassador as a mentor figure, similar to the role of the Fool in "King Lear". 
  6. The Ambassador's hidden motives start to unravel, creating tension. 
  7. The young man starts to question the Ambassador's intentions, similar to the family dynamics in "King Lear". 
  8. The Ambassador challenges the young man to confront his fears and secrets. 
  9. The young man is inspired by the Ambassador's courage to hide his true self. 
  10. The meeting ends with the Ambassador giving the young man a key to the Whore House, setting the stage for the next part of his journey.

Entering the Whore House: 

The young man enters the Whore House, a symbol of his journey into self-discovery. This aligns with the "Journey of Acceptance" theme, similar to Prospero's journey in "The Tempest" and Io's transformation journey in "Metamorphoses".

  1. The young man stands before the Whore House, feeling a mix of fear and anticipation. 
  2. He enters the house, symbolizing his journey into self-discovery. 
  3. The house is filled with diverse characters, each representing a different aspect of the young man's identity. 
  4. The young man is drawn to the house's chaotic energy, similar to Prospero's island in "The Tempest". 
  5. He starts to interact with the house's occupants, each interaction revealing a new aspect of his identity. 
  6. The young man's journey mirrors Io's transformation journey in "Metamorphoses". 
  7. He starts to accept the diverse aspects of his identity, similar to Prospero's acceptance of his magical powers. 
  8. The young man's transformation accelerates, mirroring Io's rapid changes in "Metamorphoses". 
  9. He starts to feel a sense of belonging in the Whore House, accepting it as a part of his journey. 
  10. The young man decides to stay in the Whore House, marking a significant step in his journey of self-discovery.

Interactions with the Whore House Occupants: 

Inside the Whore House, the young man interacts with various characters, each representing a different aspect of himself. This mirrors the "Self-Discovery & Realization" theme, akin to Viola's self-discovery in "Twelfth Night" and Callisto's self-realization in "Metamorphoses".

  1. The young man interacts with the first occupant, a woman who represents his hidden desires. 
  2. He meets a man who represents his suppressed anger, leading to a heated confrontation. 
  3. The young man encounters a child who represents his lost innocence, triggering a sense of nostalgia. 
  4. He interacts with an old woman who represents his fear of aging and death. 
  5. The young man's interactions mirror Viola's self-discovery in "Twelfth Night". 
  6. He starts to realize the truth about his identity, similar to Callisto's self-realization in "Metamorphoses". 
  7. The young man confronts his fears and desires, leading to a crisis. 
  8. He starts to accept the diverse aspects of his identity, similar to Viola's acceptance of her true self. 
  9. The young man's self-realization accelerates, mirroring Callisto's transformation in "Metamorphoses". 
  10. He decides to confront his hidden self, setting the stage for the next part of his journey.

Confrontation with Hidden Self: 

The young man confronts his hidden self, leading to a crisis. This aligns with the "Psychological Drama" theme, similar to the psychological manipulation in "Othello" and Hercules' madness in "Metamorphoses".

  1. The young man confronts his hidden self, a dark and terrifying figure. 
  2. He struggles to accept this part of himself, similar to Othello's struggle with jealousy. 
  3. The confrontation leads to a crisis, mirroring Hercules' madness in "Metamorphoses". 
  4. The young man's hidden self reveals painful truths, similar to Iago's manipulation in "Othello". 
  5. He starts to question his sanity, similar to Hercules' madness in "Metamorphoses". 
  6. The young man's struggle intensifies, leading to a breakdown. 
  7. He starts to accept his hidden self, similar to Othello's tragic acceptance of his jealousy. 
  8. The young man's acceptance of his hidden self mirrors Hercules' acceptance of his madness. 
  9. He starts to heal, similar to Othello's tragic end and Hercules' recovery. 
  10. The confrontation ends with the young man deciding to accept his diverse selves, setting the stage for the next part of his journey.

Struggle and Acceptance: 

The young man struggles to accept his newfound knowledge about himself. This mirrors the "Coping Mechanisms" theme, similar to Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's coping with their guilt in "Macbeth" and Orpheus's use of music to cope with his grief in "Metamorphoses".

  1. The young man struggles to accept his newfound knowledge about himself. 
  2. He starts to cope with his guilt and shame, similar to Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in "Macbeth". 
  3. The young man's struggle mirrors Orpheus's use of music to cope with his grief in "Metamorphoses". 
  4. He starts to use art as a coping mechanism, similar to Orpheus's music. 
  5. The young man's guilt intensifies, similar to Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's guilt. 
  6. He starts to accept his guilt and shame, similar to Macbeth's tragic acceptance of his guilt. 
  7. The young man's acceptance of his guilt mirrors Orpheus's acceptance of his grief. 
  8. He starts to heal, similar to Macbeth's tragic end and Orpheus's recovery. 
  9. The young man's struggle ends, leading to a sense of peace and acceptance. 
  10. He decides to embark on a journey towards a better understanding of his own identity, setting the stage for the final part of his journey.

Resolution: 

The young man accepts his diverse selves and embarks on a journey towards a better understanding of his own identity. This aligns with the "Transition & Growth" theme, similar to Prince Hal's transformation in "Henry IV, Part 1" and the societal evolution in "The Four Ages of Man" from "Metamorphoses".

  1. The young man, now more self-aware, begins to reconcile with his diverse selves, akin to Prince Hal's transformation in "Henry IV, Part 1". 
  2. He reflects on his journey, understanding the necessity of his struggles and the lessons learned. 
  3. The young man starts to apply his newfound knowledge in his daily life, showing signs of growth and maturity. 
  4. He revisits the people from his past, now interacting with them from a place of understanding and acceptance. 
  5. The young man's transformation mirrors the societal evolution in "The Four Ages of Man" from "Metamorphoses". 
  6. He begins to influence his surroundings positively, similar to Prince Hal's positive influence after his transformation. 
  7. The young man, now accepting of his identity, starts to help others who are struggling with their identities, showing his growth. 
  8. He decides to leave the Whore House, symbolizing his readiness to face the world with his true identity. 
  9. The young man's departure from the Whore House mirrors the societal transition in "The Four Ages of Man". 
  10. The story concludes with the young man, now fully accepting of his identity, embarking on a new journey towards further self-understanding and growth, akin to Prince Hal's journey as King Henry V.
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