“How do you know about our research?” Emma asks while Jake subtly positions himself between her and the mysterious being. “Have you been watching us?”

SethSquatch's response is accompanied by a subtle manipulation of his device, bringing up holographic displays of various data streams. “I monitor all activities around Kolob,” he explains, showing them feeds from what appear to be both satellite data and ancient energy readings. “Your environmental science thesis, Emma, about magnetic field anomalies in the area? It caught my attention when you started detecting patterns in the Life Stream, even though you didn't know what you were measuring.”

He turns to Jake. “And your geological surveys came dangerously close to discovering one of the hidden chambers. I've been… redirecting your attention from certain areas. For your own safety.”

The displays show maps of their recent expeditions, overlaid with pulsing lines of energy that seem to flow like rivers beneath the earth.

What do you do?

Choice 5C: Demand to know about these hidden chambers

Choice 5D: Ask why our safety is a concern