Welcome, adventurer! Our journey begins with Steve and Hawes in their hometown of Hightopia, a quaint little place nestled among the analog hills of the Triforce Valley, surrounded by the mighty Emerald Pixels Forest, where nature and retro video games blend seamlessly. These two video game aficionados are on a quest to find their holy grail, a rare video game cartridge rumored to contain the never-released alpha copy of 'Mass Effect: Uncensored'. As you guide Hawes and Steve through their epic endeavor, remember both are passionate collectors and fierce competitors. Steve, who’s always sporting his lucky crimson Alabama jersey, and Hawes, always accompanied by his faithful white cat Walter – a creature as enigmatic as he is fluffy. Their journey begins from Hawes' home and their first task is to decide where to go. They can delve into the southern Emerald Pixels Forest, or they may choose to go east towards the city of Over-Clock, known for its tech marketplaces. CURRENT STATS - Hawes, Steve, Walter: Healthy status - Inventory: Just some basic adventuring gear, mind-altering potions, and some sugar-free Red Bull - Known Locations: Home, creepy "murder" basement, Emerald Pixels Forest, Over-Clock City - Objective: Find the alpha copy of 'Mass Effect: Uncensored'