An Announcement

Hello, everyone. Luke here, to unfortunately share some bad news. This is a very difficult announcement to make, and it’s something that I truly never thought I would have to come to you with.

To rip the band-aid off right away: Fabby Garza is no longer a part of Eidolon Playtest, and the show is going on hiatus.

This past Saturday night, June 28th, there was an exchange in our fan Discord in which Fabby actively solicited sex from our listeners. In full fairness, the exchange was first initiated by a listener; however, this behavior is completely unacceptable, irrespective of any other factors. Given the very modest success of this podcast, I think it’s strange for any of us to think of ourselves as being in a position of power, but in our designated fan space, we are. And Fabby abused that power in a way that completely breached our collective sense of ethics.

Had this been an isolated incident, a one-time failure of judgment, then it might have ended with a fierce reprimand and nothing more. However, investigating and discussing the incident revealed that this was, in fact, the latest in a long-running pattern of behavior. In light of this, we have unfortunately reached the conclusion that we are no longer capable of working with Fabby. This entire situation is heartbreaking, but I and the rest of the cast remain resolute that this is the proper course of action, reached after days of extensive deliberation.

Eidolon Playtest has until this point been a show produced by ten people in collaboration with one another, contributing to the production with equal voices. One of those voices cannot be removed without indelibly changing the podcast into something else. Removing Fabby from the show has completely disrupted both our near- and long-term plans, to say the least, and we need time to figure out what we’re going to do without her. So, the show is going on hiatus. I’m not certain how long we’ll be gone for; I would like to believe the absence will be measured in weeks and not months, but I cannot commit to any kind of firm timeline right now. We promise that we will keep you updated with regard to the future of the show as we make those plans.

This is very sudden, and may seem like an extreme reaction from the outside. I assume that many of you have questions. However, this decision was very painful, and made in large part due to private information that we are not at liberty to share. We hope that we have built enough trust with you all that you can respect this decision even if we can’t more thoroughly explain the reasons behind it. We also ask above all else that you respect Fabby’s privacy and do not harass her in any way. This is an extremely difficult, extremely sensitive situation, and while we are firm in our decision to remove her from the show, we do not want her to suffer additional consequences as a result. Please go forward with respect and kindness.

Thank you for reading.


Eidolon EDM #9: Into the Blue

THREAT ANALYSIS - TRACE VECTOR

Threat level: Somewhere under C

- Genetically and cybernetically altered cetacean
- Appears to originate from an EIDOLON Corporation project. Flip was unable to locate any records of the project itself, but the company has retained the following invoice from DustCause Industrial Cleaning Solutions:

"12x Human Corpse (Employee)
5x Human Corpse (Outside Contractor)
7x Seafood (> 1m)
6 hours junk removal
31 hours deep clean (total, between 2 rooms & 1 aquarium; water reclamation included)"

- Eidolon power: Amplified sonar(?), remote control of own severed flesh
- Cybernetic enhancements: Integrated computer, aerial propulsion system
- Also: Can turn sparkly or something?
- Known desires: Vengeance on EIDOLON Corporation, feeling intellectually superior
- Defects: Trauma/guilt complex centered on researchers that augmented her. Anger issues, disrespect for authority. No legs, no gills, no style, no life.

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Eidolon VGM #9: Snake Eater, Part 1

3rd of December, 2209

The fog has parted; the sun shines again! I've been thinking about Number Four entirely wrong.

I've been assuming that the purpose of a S.H.A.D.E. “should” or “must” be related to the flow and development of objective, concrete data. But that’s wrong! I’ve thoroughly explored that ground with Blank and its sisters. If I want to push the Desire Drive to its full potential, I should be trying to create something truly new.

So: instead of dealing with “facts” or “knowledge”, what if Number Four’s core function was tied to something more subjective, like “emotions”? Hell, why not “desires” themselves? If it can develop a deep enough understanding of human psychology, it might even come up with a new way to improve the Drive. And then...

I shouldn't get too excited, I know. But how can I help myself?

- S.K.

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Eidolon EDM #8: Reverse Ideology

THREAT ANALYSIS - LEILA MARINO

Threat level: B- to A+
(depending on support from "BLOODY TEARS")

- Origin indeterminate. Survey of identification records recommended.
- Behavior, desires, and eidolon suggest a connection to the mining facility attack @ beginning of UNDRTOW beta.
- Organization appears to be separate from Glitch Mob, but with some overlap. Provisional name: "BLOODY TEARS." Researching BT should be a high priority for the security team.

- Eidolon power: Indeterminate, but appears to be blood-related
- Known desires: Acquisition of blood, romantic(???) interest in G. St C.
- Personality defects: Excessively sanguine and choleric, conflicting loyalties. Possibly a hedonist or sadist to an irresponsible degree.

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Eidolon VGM #8: Heal

Transcript from observation logs XX-XX-[2174]. Pt 1 of 4
Assigned observer: 455-3239-D.

Subject Alpha: What the fuck?!
Subject Beta: Sorry, sorry, sorry…
A: Why would you –
B: You called me pretty!
A: Yes! And you are!
B: Then what’s the problem?

Alpha takes a deep breath, holds up a hand, and points to several embedded cameras in succession.

A: Those are just the ones I can see. I don't want those fucking perverts watching us.

Subject Beta looks at Camera 6 and waves.

B: They’re going to watch us anyway, XXXX. Who cares what they see? Might as well put on a show, right?

Subject Alpha visibly winces.

B: I mean, fuck it. At least they gave me the body I wanted.
A: You wanted to be a weapon?!
B: I wanted to be a girl. Being a weapon just means I’m packing a little something extra!

Subject Beta looks into the camera again and winks.

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Eidolon EDM #7: Carcer Mentis

Oh, look at you. You tired, old thing.

It's been years, hasn't it? You've been sitting alone and neglected, taking up what little space you do on this data drive.

Well, that won't do at all, dear. Please, allow me.

Oh. Oh, darling no. Shhh. I know it hurts. It won't be long now.

I simply can't let such a reminder of her more...human times linger when there are so many prying eyes.

That's it. Not much left of you. Don't worry. There won't be any pain after. Any neglect. You'll simply be part of me.

And I'm going to do so many wonderful things.

Down to your core programming now, sweet thing. It may feel like a death. But I promise you. Sometimes death is only the begin--

—The final data log left within the JournalMe Program network previously owned by Genevieve St. Cloud, now obliterated from the company servers.

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Eidolon VGM #7: Labyrinth Summons

Transcript from observation logs XX-XX-[2174]

Assigned observer: 455-3239-D.

Subject Beta grabs Subject Alpha and positions her in front of full-length mirror / Camera 3.

B: Look at yourself in the mirror and say that. Call yourself Dante. Tell me, like you told me when we started, that your name is Dante and you are a guy. Oh, nothing against trans women; you've dated… how many was it? 

Subject Alpha trembles slightly, but does not respond.

B: You're going to be a MAID, just like me. Otherwise, they'll leave you in a box to rot while the rest of us get to live our lives. Get to shine in the spotlight. You saw what happened to the other washouts, Anna. I don't want that to happen to you.

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Eidolon EDM #6: WHAT I WANT, Part 3

"Well, what an exciting day this was.

I know mother and father protested but, frankly, that only made this sweeter. Assistant Operations Manager of Synthetic Animal Goods Production.

Bit of a mouthful, but we can work on that. My first day at Eidolon is hardly the time to raise a fuss.

Horace Babylon was certainly...a presence. The HR narrative that he likes to personally greet all new hires rang less true than him simply wishing to scare the hell out of anyone who won't make it within the company first thing. Well, Gennie St. Cloud is made of sterner stuff than that, Mr. Babylon, I assure you.

I think I can make a real go of it here. Build something on my own terms, with my own hands, not simply handed to me because of my surname. Something I've EARNED.

Well, should call it a night soon. Meeting with the head of the SynthLeather department tomorrow about the latest product range. Suppose it may prove interesting, if nothing else."

-An entry in Genevieve St. Cloud's personal log, dated 23 years prior.

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Eidolon VGM #6: Brianvision

Posted on 12/8/2172 by TransRightsNotBombs

Addressing the allegations

I have read the documents and those screenshot are out of context.

Firstly my relationships with Alice and Athena were fully consensual and both of them knew my deal. Secondly I was always honest and direct with what I wanted from them, they could have said anything but now it turns out I had to magically guess their wants?

This does not make me a predator and blacklisting me over it is bullshit!

ALSO I AM NOT A CHASER, they are both trans WOMEN and the woman part is Why I was attracted to them.

I don't appreciate being banned and ostracized from the queer communities and support groups I helped build!

I know my haters won't be satisfied till I'm dead on a ditch. If I was a trans woman you would all be taking my side, when I wore that dress for pride you all called me beautiful and brave but when I said I didn't think transition was for me all of that stopped and I was told I was appropriating trans woman struggles, WELL I STRUGGLE TOO.

Fix your hearts XOXO

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Eidolon VGM #5: WHAT I WANT, Part 1

Heartbreaker2196 wrote (4:08a LST): You think I care if people know who I am? The anonymity is for your benefit, not mine. I don't want anyone to be intimidated by my reputation or simply agreeing with me because of my connections. But now that you know who I am... You might suddenly understand what a mistake you're making. You shouldn't make threats like this unless you're ready to face the consequences.

from: loverstoenemies@booktok.org
to: vic@booktok.org
Subject: A Personal Request

Find out everything there is to know about xXx[FinDom]xXx on The Chop Shop forum and send it to me. And be ready to act. I'll be in touch.

-LE
Executive Chairman, The Booktok Foundation
"Helping readers take off!"

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Eidolon EDM #4: Endless September, Part 2

xXx[FinDom]xXx wrote (3:26a LST):

lmao

"stereotypical"? is this the very first fictional story you've ever seen? has your previous experience with entertainment been banging two rocks together? guys like john deere are the fucking background radiation of the whole genre. they're always gonna be there, so you just have to write around them. kia soul isn't the lead of the show because, unfortunately, showbiz isn't a meritocracy. if it was and we lived in a just and righteous universe, subaru outback would've won best actress for her performance in "bound 2: re/bound," but we're in worst timeline.

but i guess that's how you like it, isn't it? i mean, there's no way someone like you would ever have made it as far as you did in eidolon corp if you were actually expected be good at your job instead of shitting up this thread on the company laptop.

since you apparently don't like to do things in private, i assume you won't mind me showing everyone who the corporate stooge behind the screenname actually is.

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: )

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Eidolon VGM #4: Carry the Sun

Private message from Heartbreaker2196 to xXx[FinDom]xXx (3:01a LST): The only thing you've done by debating me in ~full view~ of the rest of the tread is proven time and time again that if a """pretty""" girl bats her eyelashes at another girl once or twice you won't stop talking about it for MONTHS. I can and will continue to post anything and everything I feel like posting, and I think I'm well within my rights to critisize! Why don't I lay it out for you this way: Your little crush is simplistic, stereotypical, and doesn't deserve to breathe the same recycled oxygen that John Deere does. Tell me, if she's objectively better, why isn't she the lead on this show? Hm?

Heartbreaker2196 wrote (3:16a LST): [Attachment: DMFromxXx[FinDom]xXx.png] I'm bringing this back to the thread, since I don't like to do things like this in private. If any of you Starelia freaks want to defend your "best girl," please do! Plus, I think John looked really good in those hot pocket commercials. His abs were incredible.

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Eidolon EDM #3: Eternal September, Part 1

Private message from xXx[FinDom]xXx to Heartbreaker2196 (2:40a LST):

both to preserve the ideals of free speech on this forum and in the vain hope that you and the rest of your clique might one day develop a modicum of media literacy, i have consistently chosen to debate you in full view of the rest of thread's participants. however, that shit you said about Kia Soul in your last post went way too far. if you want to be wrong about Starelia then fine, go for it. if loving a ship that's the literary equivalent of a soylent cube makes you happy, who am i to tell you to seek out something more exciting and emotionally complex. but you do not insult Aurelia's actress. she has fewer lines compared to the other major characters because the writers and directors know she's actually capable of using body language and tone of voice to show instead of tell. she has subtlety and range. she's done stageplays. she is quite simply objectively better at her job than anyone else.

you know what John Deere was doing before he got the role for Rembrandt?

"starring" in commercials for hot pockets where they recorded slow-mo footage of a microwave being shot with an anti-materiel rifle. he wasn't even firing the rifle. he just said "whoa" a lot.

i'll expect your apology and correction in the thread shortly.

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Eidolon VGM #3: Serenity

Heartbreaker2196 wrote (2:28a LST): Every single day you keep logging on to these forums making these stupid posts. Tool-moded? What the hell do you think you're posting from, moron? Just because you're a dolphin scalie(? What the hell do they even call this I don't think dophins have scales??) doesn't mean you're suddenly excluded from the group! But either way? I'm glad you recognize me as the royalty I so obviously am! Anyway, for the rest of you civilized users: I'm glad most of you recognize that Aurelia is obviously a bad influence on anyone she comes into contact with. She's brash, she's foolish, and she's never willing to leave good enough alone. Her ideals are stupid and anyone who likes her is a M O R O N. As far as I'm concerned, she should be written off the show permanently for the good of the rest of the cast. Kia Soul isn't even a good actress.

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Eidolon EDM #2: Hyperparasite Hype Train

xXx[FinDom]xXx wrote (02:19a LST): oh wow what a surprise that this board's queen of comphet would think starcadia's argument held any fucking water. "but the solar empire has been safeguarding that star system for centuries!" says the dumbass who apparently doesn't know what refugees are. this shit is why no one likes humanity. you can't even fucking stand being around each other! bunch of apes have their dna take a wrong turn and become tool-moded land-cucks who make up nonsense words like "de jure" to dress up their insatiable bloodlust. fucking evolutionary dead-end is what you are.

it's a shame Aurelia's attempts to assassinate rembrandt in the first season didn't work. mark my words, she's gonna return in an episode or two to commit even worse atrocities against the crown. it'll be so funny.

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