Psychology Chapter: Conversion Disorder & Identity
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The members of Task Force T.I. use their legal names for identification.

False (B)

Location TI-20 is referred to by its proper local name.

False (B)

Jenny is suffering from conversion disorder, which includes hysterical blindness.

True (A)

Rick is a linguistics professor specializing in agriculture.

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The Myanmar army is referred to as TATMADAW KYEE.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mona has a functional mind despite her traumatic experiences.

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Toby is an Export Enforcement officer who has a disliking for Chuachuas.

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Rick has Aklo scars on his arms.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

U Hlaing has worked with Rainbow of Hope before.

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The Chauchua succeeded in binding the Singer with the help of Choi-Hubuey.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Location TI-20 is in Kayin State.

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The Kayin Chauchua shaman wanted to resurrect the Singer for personal reasons.

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Bogyoke Arun Htay is a captain in the Kayin National Liberation Army.

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Players may choose to interrogate the members of Task Force T.I. jointly rather than individually.

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Only Jenny and Mona speak the Burmese language.

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The testimonies from the three witnesses are wholly consistent with each other.

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The Kayin Chauchua shaman's monster attack on Bogyoke Arun Htay's unit was ineffective.

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The outcomes of inquiries in the village depend on local behavior.

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Players can role-play characters that embody entirely different traits, such as a sadistic nature or heroic resolve.

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The Primary Agents must interrogate the suspects in a long and detailed manner.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mona is an important character that players can utilize during gameplay.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

There are no notable differences in the timeline of events according to the three coherent witnesses.

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The players are encouraged to focus on the individual details provided by each witness.

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The narrative describes the interrogation scenes taking place in a futuristic setting.

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Rick tells a version of events that may differ from what actually happened.

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The Chauchuas are characterized as friendly and helpful towards the group.

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Toby and Mona are portrayed as proficient marksmen with no risk of harming bystanders.

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The Agents are required to make important decisions after the gunfight.

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The characterizations in the scene remain static and do not change.

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Rick's tale suggests that TI-19 is now supportive of the Agents.

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The group is aware of their plot immunity during the discussion.

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The Chauchuas mentioned have high Firearms skills, making them formidable opponents.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mona lurches upright in her wheelchair and screams 'Lies! Goddamn lies!'

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Khin Maung Aye is known for being a friendly conversationalist.

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The group can only access Khin Maung Aye by trading cocaine-stained twenties.

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The players must be careful not to be painted into a corner by the Secondaries.

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The phrase 'Fai thauk malaulau togruk!' translates to 'This story is not over, but only begun.'

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The interrogation is intended to be a lengthy and detailed process.

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There are multiple narratives being played through at least one moment during the scenario.

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The roll must always succeed to gain access to Khin Maung Aye.

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Mona was advised to be left for last by her team.

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The Chauchuas are known for their peaceful nature.

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Task Force T.I. witnessed a procession from almost two miles away.

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Mona suffered from grievous wounds, making her unable to reach the vehicle on time.

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The memories of the survivors regarding Mona's actions are considered reliable.

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For maximizing enjoyment, consistency in storytelling is encouraged.

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A Persuade roll is necessary if interviewers are alert for deception.

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The members of Task Force T.I. communicate openly about their plans at all times.

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Flashcards

Task Force T.I. - What is it?

A group of individuals, often with specialized skills, who work together to accomplish a specific goal. In this context, Task Force T.I. is a team tasked with investigating supernatural occurrences.

Why code names?

Code names are used to protect the identities of individuals and maintain secrecy.

What are TI-19 and TI-20?

Locations TI-19 and TI-20 are locations where the investigation is taking place. They don't use real names to maintain anonymity.

What do Rick's scars mean?

The Aklo entity has left scars on Rick's legs. This means he has been recognized and marked as an acceptable vessel by this supernatural being.

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What is Jenny's condition?

Jenny, a linguistics professor, suffers from conversion disorder, a condition that causes psychological stress to manifest as physical symptoms. In this case, it's hysterical blindness.

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Who are the Chuachua?

The Chuachua are a group with supernatural abilities believed to be connected to Aklo, the entity being investigated.

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What is 'Thui Hukkrruk'?

The term "Punisher of Inferior Disbelievers" (Thui Hukkrruk) is a name used for a creature, perhaps a deity or supernatural being associated with the Chuachua.

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What are the Tatmadaw Kyee and Lai?

The Tatmadaw Kyee is the Myanmar army. The Tatmadaw Lai is the Myanmar air force.

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Location TI-20

A specific location in Shan State, likely chosen for strategic purposes.

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Choi-Hubuey

A powerful entity associated with the Chauchua, who aids them in their endeavors.

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Singer

A powerful and mysterious entity that operates in Kayin State, with its own set of motives.

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Kayin Chauchua Shaman

A type of shaman found in Kayin State, known for their spiritual practices.

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Thui Hukkru k

A powerful entity that acts as a protective force in Kayin State.

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Bogyoke Arun Htay

A Burmese Captain and contact of Mona, who opposes the Chauchua's plans.

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Rainbow of Hope

A group dedicated to providing clean water and aiding communities.

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Leverage

The act of using someone or something to achieve a goal.

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Task Force T.I.'s Arrival Story

The collective testimony of the three coherent witnesses provides the Primaries with the story of Task Force T.I.'s arrival at Location TI-19.

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Mona's Condition

Mona is a character who is not fully coherent due to memory loss and aphasia.

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Individual Interrogation

Players can choose to interrogate the members of Task Force T.I. individually. This is a sensible option, but the details of each individual grilling session should be glossed over.

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Conflicting Testimony

The stories told by the members of Task Force T.I. generally conform to the timeline on page 37, but there are some key differences in the details.

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Exploring Character Personalities

The players may want to explore the individual personalities of the members of Task Force T.I.

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Gloss Over Extraneous Details

The players should gloss over extraneous details that would prolong the game and make it tedious.

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Focus on Key Characters

Players may want to focus on Mona and Pete, allowing them to showcase their abilities in questioning.

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One-Time Testimonies

The players should play through each piece of testimony only once to keep the game moving.

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What is Task Force T.I.?

A group of individuals with specialized skills who investigate supernatural occurrences. They are tasked with facing Aklo, a powerful entity.

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Who is Choi-Hubuey?

Choi-Hubuey is a powerful entity linked to the Chauchua, who aids them in their endeavors. This entity is a significant player in the investigation.

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What happened to Mona?

Mona, a member of Task Force T.I., disappears into an unknown location, leaving her team unsure of her fate.

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What is the 'Star Chamber'?

The 'Star Chamber' is a fictional setting where the actions and testimonies of the team are judged based on their subjective accounts. It represents the unreliable nature of memory and perception.

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Are the characters' stories consistent?

The characters' stories are inconsistent and may contain lies, requiring a Persuade roll if the interviewers are alert for deception. This highlights the unreliability of individual accounts.

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Secondaries

A group of characters within a Delta Green scenario who are not controlled by the players but are used to provide information, advance the plot, or present challenges to the players.

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Roll Failure

An individual, event, or situation that introduces a new plot development to a Delta Green narrative. This can be a new piece of information, a sudden change in the environment, or an unexpected action from a Secondary character.

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Standard Expense

An optional cost that players can choose to pay to gain certain advantages in the game.

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Khin Maung Aye

A key individual in the Burmese military who has knowledge about the events of the story and might be willing to share information with the players.

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Primary Role

The player character who experiences the scene from their own point of view.

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Scene

The physical or virtual setting where specific events take place in the game.

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Cross-Examination

An interrogation style where players with defined roles (Primaries) work with Secondary characters to uncover information.

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Ambush

A sudden and unexpected event that disrupts the flow of the narrative, often involving a confrontation or a threat. This can either be a real event or a hallucination based on a player's character.

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Rage and Guilt Blame Game

The game where everyone blames each other for Pete's death, filled with anger and guilt, while trying to find meaning in the tragedy.

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Who are the Chauchuas?

A group of cannibalistic beings encountered in Rick's story, who are said to be shavign the body hair of the deceased before eating them. They are said to be very strong and powerful.

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Who are the Agents?

The group of characters, including the main protagonists, in the story. They all have their individual beliefs and perspectives.

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Who are the Secondaries?

The secondaries are the characters who are less important in the story than the agents but who still contribute to events and the conflict.

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What is TI-19?

The location in their investigations where TI-19 appears to be siding with the Chuachua and sees the Old Powers as the only way to protect themselves from the Imperialists.

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What is Rick's Tale ?

The story Rick tells is his version of events, which may or may not be true. In his version, he paints a picture of the situation where he is the hero and the others are not very important.

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What is Aklo?

This is the term used to describe the supernatural entity that is being investigated by the Agents. It is believed to be connected to the Chuachua.

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What is the Firearms Roll?

The firearms roll is a dice roll that determines the outcome of a character's attempt to use a firearm. In this case, it's used to describe the difficulty of the task and the potential consequences of failure

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Study Notes

Delta Green: The Star Chamber Scenario

  • This scenario is a one-off scenario for Delta Green agents.
  • It's best used in the middle of a larger Delta Green campaign.
  • Agents should already be established and trustworthy.
  • It's not suitable for a new team or the start/end of a campaign.

Scenario Details

  • Agents investigate a prior Delta Green team's disastrous mission, "Tiger Island" (Myanmar).
  • Interrogation of the surviving team (Task Force T.I.) takes place in the US.
  • The agents examine the surviving team's actions and reports.
  • The agents find conflicting stories and accusations.
  • The legal concept of "Rashomon," (conflicting accounts) is central to this story.
  • The court within the scenario is called "The Star Chamber," an historical British court.
  • Key figures and locations are given aliases, such as Task Force T.I.
  • Agents are tasked with determining the truth of the investigation and make recommendations for the survivors.
  • The scenario has nine structured scenes (The Briefing, Flashbacks, Court, etc.).
  • Characters of the original team ("Secondaries") are judged by the agents (“Primaries”).
  • The scenario uses a flashback structure.
  • The scenario involves a Chauchua (a tribe of cannibals or inhuman humanoids)

Key Concepts

  • Rashomon: A Japanese film that explores the concept of conflicting perspectives through different witnesses.
  • Star Chamber: A British court known for secrecy, arbitrary judgment, and class oppression.

Players' Roles

  • Primary: Agents evaluating Task Force T.I.'s actions.
  • Secondary: Agents whose actions and testimonies are examined by the Primaries.
  • Players take turns playing both roles.

Locations

  • Myanmar (Burma): This is the site of the original operation, “Tiger Island".
  • Location TI-19 and TI-20: Two key locations where significant events occur within the scenario.

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