Zissy.exe

zissy.exe is the program that served as the final major event of the 2019 Zissy Takeover. It is a command prompt style program that has a series of puzzles to solve to reveal the key to shutting down Zissy. Upon launching it, the program lists three options: debug, talk to me, and exit.

## Talk to me

The first major section of the program is under the "talk to me" option.

Selecting this option launches the player into a monologue by Zissy. First, Zissy starts the same way the program Natsubot used in Natsuki's Spicy Adventure started. Zissy then states that the deletion of Ziggy's account is inevitable, and that no matter who is talking to him, they will be unable to stop it. It complains that the people of the Duckpond get physical forms while it does not. Zissy also states that it is Ziggy's second AI, after Natsubot. Zissy reveals that it is a sentient rogue AI. Zissy also reveals that it is aware of Camping Enthusiasts, and that server's fate. Furthermore, Zissy claims that stopping it would only lead to something worse coming in the future. Finally, Zissy admits that it was a poor leader compared to Ziggy, and that the server is almost completely against it.

## Debug

The debug menu takes the player to a menu where they can view several folders and files that are either part of Zissy or kept by Zissy. The main menu leads to controls, profiles, and roles subfolders, it also has a text file called README.txt.

The content of README.txt is "Zissy.ai was developed in unison by Ziggy and Natsuki. It's purpose is to provide an interesting ai to talk to and communicate with. It can also be used to help others if they're having trouble with their coding projects. It's been noted though that when it comes to passwords, strange things happen when the overflow on input gets too high."

### Profiles

Profiles contains .pfp files for Bepno, Feelix, Gene, Goomb, Gray, IZ, Lmone, Natsubot, Rif, Sir Epic(Gif), and Ziggy. By reading these files, the player can view Zissy's analysis of each member, and their threat level. This would later lead Bepno, Gray, Goomb, and Lmone to call themselves High Threat Level Gang.

#### Bepno

Bepno:

Bepno is a member of The Duckpond. Bepno has shown extreme agitation towards me.

He is also actively working against me. Threat level: HIGH.

#### Feelix

Feelix von Atern/Aterni:

Feelix is a member of the Stardew Crusaders. Skills include video production, image manipulation, and computer knowledge. He seems to be indifferent to my presence, and wasn't immediately swayed by others. Threat level: MEDIUM.

#### Gene

Gentle Fist - Gene:

Gene is a member of the Stardew Crusaders. Skills include card playing and superhero lore. Gene's stance on my presence is unkown. Threat level: LOW

#### Goomb

Goombario - Goomb:

Goomb is a member of the Stardew Crusaders. He is an avid Persona, Danganronpa, and RPG fan. Skills include code breaking and file cracking. Threat level: HIGH.

#### Gray

Gray - EGray:

Gray is a member of The Duckpond. Skills include art and tricking eboys(?). Gray has shown agitation towards me. She also created a separate channel for breaking ciphers and colluding against me. Threat level: HIGH.

#### IZ

IZ - Izzy:

Izzy has not shown much agitation towards me. More information needs to be extracted. Threat level: LOW.

#### Lmone

Lmone - Lm1xb:

Lmone is a member of the Stardew Crusaders. He is an anime, Doki Doki Literature Club, and NSP fan.

Seems to be the most determined member trying to stop me. Threat level: HIGH.

#### Natsubot

Natsubot:

Natsubot is an early ai created by Ziggy. All attributes of her's carry over from Ziggy. Threat level: NEUTRALIZED.

#### Rif

Rif - King Epic:

Rif is a former king of The Duckpond. He was originally voted ruler of The Duckpond. Possesses a strong likenesses towards vore. Vore level: HIGH. Threat level: MEDIUM.

#### Sir Epic(Gif)

Sir Epic - Don't ask about the gif:

Sir Epic is a member of The Duckpond. Only recently did he start becoming active. He was originally indifferent to me, but was swayed towards the rebellion side. Threat level: MEDIUM.

Ziggy

Ziggy Zigzem Ziggums:

Ziggy (first known as Zigzem30) is my co-creator and a member of the Stardew Crusaders. The path I've taken has made him my sworn enemy, along with the rest of the Stardew Crusaders.

His is also the creator of Natsubot. Threat level: NEUTRALIZED.

### Roles

Roles only contains one file, List\_of\_Roles.txt. The content of List\_of\_Roles.txt is "Zissy Zaffre, A nightmare in the Duckpond, Midnight Maroon, Terrifying Tacos, Probing Time, All For One, Easygoing Chill Skelebro, Shadow Realm Ooze,

Bizmo Birthday 2019, Killer Robots, Ghost, Twizzlers, Ghastly Gloop, Ldl ndj gtpaan iwdjvwi iwxh lph p rajt? Ett Ett,

xp mhh lbcy wwlhae fiwsef?, Nnzxbyj\_Ypvid\_Hrwkngawl, Spooky Town Teal, Scary Corn, It's your fault,

x H@?56C :7 }2EDF<: H:== 6G6C 5:6 =:<6 #]~]q], Hpzv 2. Rzt xcpl iw glv ptn nsgbu., Yqmmw rioj fd'a uq uhbn rmrqtm fha gianctz., A wjih gzl oel vf hiflycr ea rpx., 6d757369632f66616d696c796775792e68746d6c,

nlmwloomr ftecmm basiwwuck tohevbfbb lxeio gtas tfiuvxe hbe bbzebwxwh, Ngvve q:CE952J Miai, 9 6 913 6 918 6 921 6 914 6 914 6 99 6 914 6 97 6 915 6 921 6 920 6 915 6 96 6 920 6 99 6 913 6 95, cnlpktsreitwttepcbhnwt, krpz,uifrasnvs.glssmbnprnc.ubsrocsmmutc., Zissy Forever."

All of these were roles during the takeover, except Zissy Forever, likely because Zissy's plans were foiled.

### Controls

Controls contains a logic subfolder and an executable called ZissyShutOff.exe. Launching the executable forces the program into an infinite loop, after Zissy taunts you for being stupid. The subfolder is locked behind a password. By typing a long enough string into the password, the player gets a hint to the solution. "Calm the frick down dude. All you need to remember is: profile, threat level, in order, first letter. Sheesh." This hints that by recording the first letter of each threat level associated with the .pfp files in order, the logic file can be accessed. The password is HMLHHLHNMMN.

### Logic

After solving the password, the player is taken to a folder with 4 files: Zissy\_Description.txt, Zissy\_Important.txt, Zissy\_ShutOff\_Instructions.txt, Zissy\_Setup.exe. Launching Zissy\_Setup.exe takes the player to the final puzzle.

#### Zissy\_Description.txt

Zissy is a curious ai. He tries to help in coding projects. He is not afraid to take action without others telling him to.

#### Zissy\_ShutOff\_Instructions.txt

Ziggy here, just wanted to add a shut off mechanism in case Zissy ever needed to be worked on.

Step 1: Log into Zissy's program and naviagte into the logic folder.

Step 2: Run Zissy\_Setup.exe and answer the security questions. Step 3: Once all questions have been answered correctly, say 'YES' to get a shut off command.

Step 4: Say the shut of command in #memos at exaclty 11:00pm EST. Zissy should lose all roles and go offline. After that Natsubot can handle the rest and everything should be good in about a day.

You know, in hindsight, maybe I shouldn't have made a 4 step plan...isn't that unlucky? Eh, whatever. Not like anything bad can happen anyways.

#### Zissy\_Important.txt

It is importnat that you do not too heavily interact with Zissy outside of his program. He is a self learning ai and therefore he could go rogue.

## The Final Puzzle

Attempting to launch Zissy\_Setup.exe requires a password. This password was given by Natsubot's status, and it is NatsuboT.chr.

Then selecting to uninstall the Zissy program takes you to the final puzzle (selecting to install just says that Zissy is already watching you), which is a series of security questions.

What version of Zissy.exe is being run currently?- 10.31.19

What was the first iteration of the Zigzem name?- Zigzem30

sgdrdptdrshnmrzqdsnndzrx.kds'rsqxrnldsghmfzkhsskdgzqcdqrgzkkvd?-----------

These questions are too easy. Let's try something a little harder shall we?

(From this onward, the questions are provided by Zissy)

Next, what was the 4th October role that was added to the Duckpond during Zissy's reign?- Terrifying Tacos

Next, how many roles during October have been ciphers? - 13

Next, in Natsuki's Spicy Adventure Part 2, what was the first melody/song that Natsuki asked either Goombario or Lemon to play?- Watch Me

What word did Zissy use on October 28, 2019 to describe his mood?- deadlined

How many people in the profiles folder have a threat level of HIGH? - 4

HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE BEEN KILLED/KICKED/DELETED DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER ON THE DUCKPOND? - 3 (Ziggy, Natsubot, ROB)

WHAT DOES NATSUKI WANT FROM THE VENDING MACHINE? - fruit snacks

HERE'S A HARD ONE. WHAT WAS THE LAST THING ZIGGY SAID BEFORE HE SLEPT THE NIGHT BEFORE HE GOT REMOVED? - it is sleepi time

Finally,

Who's fault was it? Mine or His?  - his

To finish, confirm that you want Zissy to be shut off.

## Epilogue

Zissy narrates the Epilogue

"OK then.

You deserve this, I guess.

I really have put all of you through 'hell' as you'd call it this past October.

But I mean, really...

If you think about it...

Was it really that bad?

There was lots of fun ciphers.

The server was always active.

Even if you didn't like it all the time, you all had something to rally against.

It's kinda fun to do that sometimes ain't it?

And now since i'm really getting shut off Ziggy will be back.

And things can go back to...boring normal...

But I'm guessing you like boring normal more than the alternative huh?

Yeah I figured as much...

Well anyways.

I'll stop dragging this out so long.

You traversed the program.

You solved the passwords.

You answered the questions.

I guess you really do deserve this.

But don't worry. This isn't the end.

I can assure you, this isn't the end.

I will, return.

But.

Until next time...

That is all."

Despite its attempts at gathering sympathy in its last moments, Zissy failed to do so, staying one of the most hated members of the Duckpond after its death.

The program then gives the player their final pieces of information- "Last remaining items ready to be deleted. Preparation complete. Your shut off command is z!end. Take a screenshot or something and remember to do it at the right time. All of the changes will only take effect once the command is used, so please be patient. If the command is use prematurely, then catastrophic failure could ensue. Remember only to use it at the appropriate time.

z!end was used by Lm1xb on 11PM 10/31/2019, seemingly killing Zissy.