God's Imitator

From the automatic vending machine in Community 2, there are currently no additional drugs for sale.

This means that most communities have not yet managed to accumulate enough community funds to secure 2.4 million minutes of visa time.

Since Community 2 is considered a winner in the first stage, it retains the community’s achievements, with some accumulation of community funds.

Although the deaths of Wei Changfeng and others slowed down the accumulation rate of community funds, it is still much higher than that of the average community.

Lu Bingjun being expelled and Yao Yuan’s death contributed extra funds to the community fund during this unexpected event.

Moreover, Community 2 is relatively frugal in terms of community fund expenses, while other communities might have additional uses for funds according to their ecological differences, which also affects the accumulation time.

Some communities intentionally widen the gap between the rich and the poor within the community, or purchase large amounts of drugs, which would slow down the accumulation rate of community funds.

Of course, Community 2 is not necessarily the community with the most funds.

Perhaps some communities have already unlocked this item but, for some reason, made the same decision as Community 2, not immediately consigning drugs for sale.

No matter which situation it is, this can be considered good news.

Today, after confirming the game is about to start, Qin Cheng brought out 20 bottles of drugs from the community, neatly placing them on the table.

The ’Drug Sales License’ not only allows players to consign drugs on automatic vending machines but also permits players to bring drugs into the game.

Everyone had previously discussed how bringing drugs into certain games might become part of the game strategy.

In situations similar to ’Prison Factory,’ if drugs can be brought in, it may result in a greater advantage.

Qin Cheng explained, "This time the game is a role-playing game, but my proposal did not get selected, so I don’t know the specific rules.

"Of course, even if I did know, I couldn’t disclose too much to everyone.

"No matter who is selected to enter the game this time, everyone should each bring some drugs.

"These drugs might not necessarily play a role in the game, nor should we necessarily consider selling them to other communities.

"The reason for carrying them is merely precautionary.

"The specific role drugs can play in the game depends on the rules designed by the Imitator.

"Additionally, our community has two vacancies, if there is an opportunity, we can consider recruiting one or two players from other communities.

"However, in role-playing games, players from different communities generally don’t have many opportunities for interaction.

"Thus, the judgment on drug use and player recruitment should be made by the core of the game itself."

Qin Cheng paused slightly, then added, "In the future, due to the game screening rules, there might be situations similar to ’Prison Factory’ where none of the game cores can enter the game.

"At that time, players who are confident in their abilities could volunteer to act as the game core, while others should strive to cooperate.

"No matter who is confirmed as the game core, regardless of the decisions they make, everyone should adhere strictly.

"Even if the game fails, or leads to severe consequences, those are issues to consider during review after returning to the community. Within the game, there should only be one voice, no internal conflicts."

Everyone nodded one after another, expressing agreement.

Originally, some people hoped that Qin Cheng would design the game this time, even if just a hint or two, it would provide reassurance.

But Qin Cheng’s proposal wasn’t selected, which is quite normal.

After all, with so many Imitators in the Walkway, most try to prepare solutions in advance or come up with a flash of genius design, competition is intense.

Not having proposals accepted is more likely than not.

Everyone silently waited, and finally, a new game invitation appeared on the large screen.

[Good morning, players!]

[The Walkway will open in 15 minutes.]

[This game’s name is ’A One-Sided Story,’ and the game type is ’Role-playing.’]

[In this game, 24 players will be selected from 6 communities, possibly assigned the following two identities:]

[1. Actor (6 people)]

[One player will be selected from each community and will possess the following career backgrounds or identity characteristics.]

[Education industry worker: 2 people.]

[Department supervisor or mid-level manager: 1 person.]

[Real estate sales or mediator: 1 person.]

[Mother over 50: 1 person.]

[Young woman with considerable dating experience: 1 person.]

[2. Audience (18 people)]

[3 people from each community, participating voluntarily.]

[The actor player from this community is: Zheng Chunhua.]

[Please confirm the selection of 3 audience members before the official start of the game. If more than 3 register, a random choice will be made.]

[Players, please prepare accordingly.]

The large screen still displayed a 15-minute countdown, which is the standard time for role-playing games.

Zheng Chunhua felt somewhat at a loss: "Me? I’m an actor?"

To him, this was evidently terrible news.

Because the actor in the previous role-playing game was Lin Sizhi, whose performance was evident to all, forming a perfect contrast group with the actor, Feng Yuguang, who was the doctor.

Lin Sizhi, having fully understood the game mechanics, delivered an almost flawless performance to win the game.

In contrast, although Feng Yuguang nailed the role of the doctor, he ultimately died carelessly in the game for not understanding the hidden game mechanics.

It can be said that the ’Jury Game’ set a high bar for players playing actors, and Zheng Chunhua clearly does not believe he can reach that bar.

What if he follows in Feng Yuguang’s footsteps?

He could also face the risk of dying in the game or losing all visa time.

Role-playing games could be considered a weakened version of judgment games, with slightly less danger, though ordinary players still face immense psychological pressure.

Qin Cheng considered for a moment and quickly arranged, "Uncle Zheng, don’t worry too much, this game has three voluntary positions.

"According to role-playing game rules, audience members generally don’t face death risks upon entering the game, at most losing all their visa time.

"Lawyer Lin, would you like to enter this game together with me? It would be more stable with the two of us."

Lin Sizhi nodded: "Sure. But this game isn’t necessarily like the ’Jury Game,’ I can only do my best."

Zheng Chunhua promptly nodded: "That’s enough! Enough."

Qin Cheng thought further: "As for the third position...

"Among the community’s female players, who is good at makeup?"

Everyone seemed a bit surprised, glanced around, and Ye Lin spoke: "Everyone should have some skill, but Wanlin is probably the most skilled.

"Why do you ask this?"

Qin Cheng explained: "Actually, in role-playing games, there is typically a makeup table in the actor dressing room.

"When I designed the ’Jury Game,’ I didn’t allow audience access to the dressing room, so even if actors wanted to apply makeup, they had to do it themselves.

"But this rule isn’t strictly enforced; I’m unsure of the specific rules for this game, but if the audience can enter the actor dressing room, helping with makeup might better fit the role, thus enhancing audience impression points.

"I’m not very certain about this, but it’s worth a try.

"After all, Lawyer Lin is sufficient regarding the game’s mysteries, no need for additional players."

Zhou Wanlin nodded: "Alright, I can try, but I’m not skilled in professional stage makeup, just everyday makeup styles."

The three raised their hands to volunteer, and the choices were confirmed.

Afterward, they each put five bottles of drugs into their pockets.

As the countdown on the large screen ended, the four disappeared from the hall.