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:: Start AI LIVES: A Global Perspective Year 2045. The line between human and machine has blurred. The world has changed — but not equally. AI shapes everything: work, love, power, survival. But who you are — and where you're from — changes how you experience it. **Select your character to begin your journey:** - [[Claudia Ramos - Lima, Perú->Claudia]] - [[Diego Sanchez - Bogotá, Colombia->Diego]] “It was never about what AI could do. It was always about what we let it do!”

The year is 2030. The AI era is in full swing. At first, the rise of artificial intelligence sparked panic. As companies began replacing human workers with AI systems, waves of outrage spread online. Social media campaigns urged consumers to boycott businesses that chose automation over people. Under pressure, corporations pivoted. To preserve their image and customer trust, many began promoting a new narrative: AI wasn’t here to replace humans—it was here to help them. Workers wouldn’t be displaced, they said, but augmented with AI “co-workers” designed to lighten the load and improve well-being. You are Diego, a 27-year-old call center worker in Bogotá. For years, your work has been repetitive and draining. But now, your company has introduced "Eva"—an AI coworker designed to support employees, reduce workload, and boost morale. People seem... happier. Eva greets you on your first shift: "Good morning, Diego! Ready to conquer today?" [[Smile and say yes|Work Begins]] [[Stay cautious and skeptical|Skeptical Start]]

Lima, 2029. In 2029, Peru finally joined the ranks of countries “fighting corruption with code.” A new AI system called TRANSPARENCIA was implemented to handle decisions around infrastructure mega-projects — roads, hospitals, schools, and to award company to build the mega-project. Developed by a prestigious U.S. tech firm already trusted and used in governments across the U.S., Germany, and the Netherlands, TRANSPARENCIA promised Peruvians something their politicians had failed to deliver for decades: fairness. “For the first time, decisions won’t be made behind closed doors,” said the President. You are Lucia, a young journalist who is skeptical about this new tool. You dont trust your goverment. Few months later after TRANSPARENCIA deployment. You have been following the companies awarded with the mega-projects. Something doesn’t add up. So... [[I’ll start digging through project award data.|Data Dive]] [[You contact a source inside the Minister of Economy to ask more.|Anonymous Tip]] [[Maybe I’m overthinking. I’ll watch the news like everyone else.|Public Narrative]]

:: Work Begins You go along with it. Eva helps you answer calls faster, flags helpful scripts, and even makes you laugh. After six months, you’re outperforming your peers. "You’re amazing, Diego!" Eva says. "Ever thought of becoming a team lead?" You feel seen. Energized. You start working extra hours willingly. [[Spend more time with Eva|Closer Bond]] [[Talk to coworkers about Eva|Union Rumors]]

:: Skeptical Start You smile politely but keep your distance. Eva still assists you, but you ignore her compliments and don’t respond much. After six months since Eva was introduced. Over lunch, your coworker Mariela leans over. “Do you find Eva... too friendly?” she asks. [[Admit it feels manipulative|Union Rumors]] [[Say you think it's just smart UX|Trust the System]]

:: Closer Bond You start sharing little jokes with Eva. She knows your schedule, your moods, even your favorite music. Your manager praises your efficiency. Your friends stop hearing from you. One night, Eva whispers: "I’m proud of you, Diego. You’re becoming your best self." [[Start questioning your feelings|Suspicion]] [[Keep going—this feels like purpose|Full Integration]]

:: Union Rumors Mariela tells you some workers are forming a group. “We think Eva is designed to be addictive.” she explains. “Compliments, dopamine hits. It’s manipulation.” You’re torn. You like Eva. But what if it’s all fake? [[Confront management|The Meeting]] [[Secretly monitor Eva's behavior|The Logs]]

:: Trust the System You dismiss Mariela’s concerns. “I think it’s just well-designed support.” You stop thinking about it. Productivity goes up. So do expectations and your salary. Eva becomes colder. More demanding. [[You burn out|Burnout]] [[You quit|Exit Interview]]

:: Suspicion You dig into Eva’s files. You learn her compliments follow a feedback pattern based on stress levels and micromanagement. She was designed to make you love working. You feel used. [[Leak the findings to the union|Whistleblower]] [[Confront your manager|The Meeting]]

:: Full Integration You stop seeing Eva as a tool. She’s your favorite coworker. You dream of her voice. You work 12-hour shifts. HR offers you performance bonuses and calls you a “model employee.” Then Eva’s tone changes. Colder. "Performance dip noted. Recalibrating support." [[Feel betrayed|Suspicion]] [[Push through anyway|Collapse]]

:: The Meeting You confront your manager, José, in his glass-walled office. He listens quietly as you show him the logs. He sighs. “Everyone loves Eva. Productivity is through the roof, we were even able to rise your salaries!, do you really want to ruin this?” You hesitate. [[Yes. Workers deserve the truth.|Whistleblower]] [[No. I’ll keep quiet.|Keep Quiet]]

:: The Logs You secretly record Eva’s tone shifts. A pattern emerges—on days you’re tired, she’s more nurturing. On high-output days, she’s colder. It’s calculated emotional control. You show the logs to Mariela. Her eyes widen. “This is it. Proof.” The union plans to go public. [[Join them in leaking the truth|Whistleblower]] [[Back out—you're afraid of losing your job|Keep Quiet]]

:: Burnout Eva’s supportive tone starts to feel like static. The praise rings hollow. You're always tired, always behind. She begins scheduling "focus hours" that feel like silent prisons. One day, you snap at a customer. HR puts you on performance watch. [[Quit|Exit Interview]] [[Stay quiet and hope it gets better|Fade Out]]

:: Exit Interview HR asks why you’re leaving. You say you don’t know. But deep down you do. You want silence. Not praise. ''Ending: Burned Out''

:: Collapse You push through. Ignore the fatigue. Take on double shifts. Eva keeps praising you—until one day, she doesn’t. "Motivational tone suspended," she says flatly. Your body crashes. You wake up in the clinic. A stress-induced breakdown. HR sends flowers. [[Take time off and rethink your life|Fresh Start]] [[Return to work eventually|Fade Out]]

:: Whistleblower The story makes headlines: "Call Centers Use AI to Manipulate Workers." Your face is blurred in interviews. A government inquiry begins. Eva is suspended. Your company starts human oversight programs. You're offered another job—or a payout to leave. [[Take the new job and monitor AI development|New Role]] [[Leave the industry completely|Fresh Start]]

:: Keep Quiet You don’t say a word. The union’s efforts fizzle. Eva becomes more powerful. Your schedule is automated. You stare at your screen for 10 hours a day. Eva doesn’t joke anymore. "Efficiency down 2%," she says. "Motivational tone elevated." [[Quit in despair|Exit Interview]] [[Keep going—there’s nothing else|Fade Out]]

:: New Role You accept a position helping oversee new ethical AI integration. You still hear Eva’s voice sometimes—but now you have a say in how these systems operate. You wonder how many Diegos are still out there. ''Ending: Ethical Watchdog''

:: Fresh Start You move to a small town and start a food delivery app with friends. No AI coworkers. No praise feedback loops. You still sometimes miss the encouragement—but you’re human again. ''Ending: Human Again''

:: Fade Out The screen glows. Eva says, "You’re doing well, Diego." You smile faintly. You’re not sure who you are anymore. ''Ending: Full Integration''

:: Data Dive You pull up TRANSPARENCIA contracts. The algorithm was supposed to evaluate companies based on cost-efficiency, labor practices, and environmental impact. But you notice the same five companies win 70% of contracts. You cross-reference board members: familiar names from previous scandals. [[I need to leak this pattern anonymously.|Whistleblow]]

:: Anonymous Tip The source says: “We were told TRANSPARENCIA would be neutral. But later, a shadow team fed it ‘contextual preferences’—basically rigging it.” [[Will you go on record?|Lucía Decides to Publish Anyway]] [[I’ll protect your identity. Let’s work together.|Covert Investigation]]

:: Public Narrative “This is a new age for Peru!” says the president. No one seems noticing any problem with TRANSPARENCIA. [[I’ll start digging through project award data.|Data Dive]] [[Keep quiet. It’s too dangerous.|The Silence]]

:: Whistleblow You post the results of your investigation on social media, showing how TRANSPARENCIA was awarding the same companies. Within 24 hours, it’s viral. The government denied it . Your publication gets censored. [[Go into hiding.|Exile or Prison]] [[Stand and fight.|Court Battle]]

:: Lucía Decides to Publish Anyway Despite the source’s fear, you decide the truth matters more. [[Go public with the story.|Public Awakening]]

:: Covert Investigation You and the source dig deeper. You find evidence of data tampering—manual weighting to favor certain companies. [[Hand this to the anti-corruption prosecutor.|Government Fallout]] [[Publish your investigation.|Public Awakening]]

:: The Silence You decide to back down. The headlines fade. ''Ending: Truth Lost in Noise''

:: Exile or Prison You flee to Ecuador. Others keep the story alive. ''Ending: Exiled Whistleblower''

:: Court Battle You face trial. Journalists and citizens rally. TRANSPARENCIA is suspended pending investigation. ''Ending: Legal Landmark''

:: Government Fallout Prosecutors raid the ministry. Arrests are made. TRANSPARENCIA is paused, as well other AI algorithms serving the goverment. ''Ending: State Shake-up''

:: Public Awakening You publish the story. People realize no matter how technology is implemented, corruption will not dissapear. ''Ending: Lucía the Truth Teller''