Amber's Airline: High Hopes/Check-in

Check-in is the first chapter of Amber's Airline: High Hopes. The story for Amber Hope begins.

## Prologue

* It all starts with Snuggford Airlines in flight. Meet Amber Hope in the flight.
* Amber: Hello m'am, is everything going well so far?
* Passenger: Yes, everything is fine. Do you know when we'll be served?
* Amber: Hmm... In about 15 minutes.
* Passenger 2: Excuse me!
* Amber: Yes sir? Is there anything you need?
* Green passenger: What's the current temperature in Tahihi?
* Amber: Our latest readings show it's currently 100 degrees.
* Green passenger: Great! I can hardly wait to dive into the ocean!
* Interaction time. Amber talks to the red passenger on the right.
* Amber: Can I help you?
* Red passenger: It seems my seatbelt is stuck. Could you please help me?
* Amber: Of course!
* Amber helps the passenger with the seat belt.
* Red passenger: Great! Thanks a lot!
* Amber goes to Elise Derno.
* Elise: Wow Amber, you're doing a great job!
* Amber: Thanks Elise! I'm doing my best!
* Elise: Karen asked me to help out in business class. Can you handle things on your own?
* Amber: Sure, no problem! I'll see you later.
* Elise heads to the right. All of a sudden, there was a turbulence.
* Another interaction time. Amber goes to the yellow passenger on the left.
* Yellow passenger: Is this normal? There seems to be a lot of turbulence...
* Anber: Don't worry, everything is under control.
* But then, the lights are out as the aircraft shakes.
* Another red passenger on the right is asking for more help. Amber goes to her.
* Red passenger 2: Excuse me, miss? Is everything okay?
* Amber: It's just some turbulence. Everything will be fine.
* Pamela Idalgo goes to warn Amber Hope about the thunder-and-lightning situation.
* Pamela: Amber! Could you come here, please?
* Amber runs to the back craft with Pamela.
* Amber: What's going on?
* Pamela: Look at the sky!
* Amber looks out at the window.
* Amber sees the thunderstorms in the sky, the lightning struck the right fuselage!
* Pilot 2 (Kyle): We should've flown around the storm!
* Pilot 1 (Justin): The right wing and fuselage have been hit!
* Pamela falls to the aircraft floor as Amber takes emergency situation!
* Amber runs towards the emergency oxygen mask dispenser.
* Amber presses the button to deploy emergency oxygen masks.
* The co-pilot (Kyle) is taking emergency responses!
* Pilot 2 (Kyle): Brace yourself!
* The aircraft is turning for emergency crash landing, as the aircraft is in dire situation!
* But then... what happens next?
* ***3 months earlier...***
* The music 'Live for Getting Over It' by Elise Hayes plays.
* **GameHouse presents**
* Amber wakes up from the bed. She looks at her fish.
* Amber looks at the childhood photo and begins the music.
* **A GameHouse Original Story**
* Then, Amber gets off the drum play and goes to the bathroom.
* Amber is getting a make-over before starting the journey.
* Amber gets some coffee.
* **By Old Skull Games**
* Amber answers the call.
* Amber: Hi mom.
* Amber: Yeah, I'm okay. How are you doing? Did you get the flowers?
* Amber: Of course, Mom. I'd be happy to help.
* Amber: Don't worry, I can do both. I'll still be on time for the exam.
* Amber: I got it, it's the least I can do! After all, I wouldn't even be taking these exams if it weren't for you.
* Amber: No, no, I know. I'll try not to worry too much. Bye Mom, love you!
* Amber hangs up the call and going.
* Amber is heading into Snuggford Airline Airport.
* **Amber's Airline: High Hopes**

## Level 1 - New Beginnings

* In the airport check-in hall, Amber arrives in hall B.
* An employee, Hank Patterson, assists a traveler and heads out of the check-in.
* Hank: Amber Hope! Just the person I was looking for.
* Hank: You're running a little late you know...
* Amber: Oh, I'm sorry! I had a little family matter to take care of...
* Hank: Hmm. You're right, family does come first...
* Hank: ...but we need to manage our priorities, and take care of our own lives too. Right?
* Hank: Especially now that you're taking your exams. Gotta make a good impression!
* Hank: I believe in you, Amber. I think you'll do great - as long as you stay focused.
* Amber: Thanks, Hank. And sorry for being late. It won't happen again.
* Hank: Already forgotten. Let's get to work, shall we?
* Hank: You seem a little flustered. Do you want me to remind you of the basics?

Tap Yes to learn the basics, or tap No if you already mastered the basics.

* Amber: No thanks, I got this!
* Hank leaves to have Amber start the shift.

### Outro

* At night, Amber's at home, watching the TV News.
* Reporter: ...Another weekend of rain. And now over to Tina to talk politics...
* Amber: Ugh, let's not talk about politics.
* Amber turns off the TV. She gets up and looks at Sushi in the aquarium.
* Amber: I'd rather talk to you than watch the news, Sushi.
* Amber: You look hungry, little guy.
* Interaction time. Amber feeds Sushi some food.
* Amber: Don't look at me like that! I know I'm procrastinating...
* Amber: Yes, you're right, I need to get back to work. I just need to write a bit in my diary first.
* Some time later, Amber goes to her personal bedroom and writes on her computer.
* Amber answers the phone. She reads messages from David Withsley.
* David: Hey! Just wanted to wish you lock in your exams :)
* Amber (replies): Thx! I got this :)
* Amber (replies): I'll do my best, you know me! ;)

## Level 2 - Dream Team

* The 3D cutscene begins as Amber walks in the airport.
* A team of flight crew is here.
* They walk towards the escalator, while Amber walks solo in the airport.
* Amber walks towards the travelator, while Elise Derno is going to meet her.
* Elise: Amber!
* Elise: I can't wait for you to finish your exams! I bet you'll do amazing!
* Amber: Thanks, Elise. I certainly hope so...
* Elise: I know so.
* Amber: Well, at least that makes one of us.
* Elise: Now, now - I'll hear none of that. You know your stuff, you'll do great!
* Amber: You're right. I can do this!
* Elise: Of course you can! We'll be owning the sky together in no time!
* Amber: Sounds like a dream come true.
* Elise: Ooh, I can't wait! Anyway - good luck, and I'll see you after the exams.
* Amber and Elise give a big hug!
* Elise runs to the left.
* Amber: Right. I'd better get some studying in before tonight's exam!

### Outro

* Amber, Pamela and the other flight students are in the locker room.
* Pamela: Oh my god! I'm going to be late!!
* Pamela runs and bumps into the bench!
* Pamela: NO! My heels! My test is in five minutes, what am I going to do!?
* Amber goes to see Pamela.
* Amber: Hey, it's okay. We'll figure it out. What size are you?
* Pamela: What size "what" am I?
* Amber: Your shoes, of course! What size are they? Maybe you can borrow mine?
* Pamela: Seriously? That would be amazing! I'm an 8.
* Amber: These might be a tiny bit small, but I think they should work.
* Some time later, Amber takes off her heels, while Pamela tests her shoes out.
* Pamela: You're a life saver!
* Pamela runs to the right for the test!
* Amber: Hold on! I'll need those back as soon as you're done!
* Pamela: Of course, I promise! I'll bring them right back!
* Amber: I'm Amber! Amber Hope! Don't forget!
* Hours later, they're going for a test.
* Amber: She'll come back, right?
* Amber goes to the bench and sits on the ground leading on a bench.
* Amber: How could she possibly forget?
* Amber: Well... I don't think she's coming back.
* Amber: I wonder...
* Few minutes later, Amber puts on her heels and sets it aligned.
* Amber: Break the second heel to make ballerinas... That's the best I can do for now.
* Instructor: EXAMINER - Amber Hope, we're ready for you next.
* Amber walks slowly to the right as it's her turn.
* Instructor: EXAMINER - Thanks for coming in, Ms. Hope. We'll get right to it...
* Instructor: EXAMINER - That's an... interesting choice of footwear, I have to say...

## Level 3 - Tensions Aboard

* Amber goes into the check-in as the three are in.
* Elise goes to wave at Amber.
* Elise: Hey, Amber!
* Amber: Oh, hey Elise...
* Elise: So, how'd it go yesterday? Talk to me!
* Amber: Well... not so great actually...
* Amber: I had to take the exam with a broken heel!
* Elise: Oh, that's the worst!
* Elise: But I bet you did great anyway!
* Amber: I hope so. To be honest, I'm feeling a little nervous about all these exams...
* Amber: I can hardly concentrate.
* Elise: I know exactly what you need.
* Elise presents something to Amber.
* Amber: What are those?
* Elise: They're called 'Chillax'. They're great for calming your nerves.
* Amber: Oh, well, er... No thanks...
* Elise puts it back into the pocket.
* Amber: I'll be fine.
* Elise: Suit yourself.
* Elise heads to the left. As they disappear, Amber goes to work.

### Outro

* Amber goes to the survey papers as David is in the check-in hall.
* David goes to meet Amber.
* Amber: David!
* David: Hey, Amber. I was just passing by, and figured I'd...
* Amber runs and hugs David!
* David: Well, it's nice to see you too.
* David: Listen, I just wanted to check in about your exams. How are things going?
* Amber: Well, that's an interesting story...
* Elise runs into the check-in hall.
* Elise: Amber!
* Elise: They just announced the exam results!
* Amber and David: And?!
* Elise: Well, you can see for yourself.
* Amber: Ooh, I can't even look! I'm too nervous! Just tell me what it says!
* Elise hides the results before she knows it.
* Elise: Well... I'm sorry to say that...
* Amber: I can take it. Just spit it out.
* Elise: It says here that you...
* Elise: PASSED!
* Amber (dances): No way!
* David: Congratulations, Amber! Though I must admit, I'm not surprised.
* Elise: Right, I've got a flight leaving soon. I just wanted to give you the good news!
* Elise runs to the left for a flight.
* David: We should celebrate! Dinner and drinks are on me, if you have the time?
* Amber: Definitely. How about tomorrow night?
* David: Perfect! I'll see you then!
* David leaves the check-in hall.

## Level 4 - Dating?

* Amber slowly walks into the meeting room.
* Karen: Our "on time" departure rates are pretty high, but they could be even higher.
* Pilot 1 (Kyle): And leaving on time usually means arriving early, which increases customer satisfaction.
* Karen: Exactly. So, we should focus on getting the plane prepped earlier.
* Adrian: We'd leave on time a lot more often if the passengers would get here earlier...
* Hank: Amber! I didn't expect to see you here.
* Amber: Sorry to interrupt, sir - I just need to grab my employee badge form my locker.
* Hank: Everyone, this is Amber Hopes. One of the top applicants for the flight attendant opening.
* Adrian: Nice to meet you, Amber!
	+ Elise: Hey Amber! Good luck!
	+ Pilot 2 (Justin): Hey Amber!
* Hank: Nice to see you, Amber Good luck on your exam.
* Amber: Thanks, Hank.
* Karen: Alright, let's get back to it.
* Amber heads to Check in to go back to work.

### During level

* Amber texts David to find a restaurant for the evening.
* David: Hey, what kind of food should we get tonight?!
* Amber: Ummmm... Helping customers. Let me think about it!
* David: How about Italian food?
* Amber: Too heavy! Maybe sushi?
* David: Nah, we shouldn't insult your roommate :)
* Amber: Ahah! :) How about you surprise me? Something casual!
* David: Something casual? I'm on it!
* Amber: Perfect! :D

### Outro

* In Emily's Place, Amber and David are in a dinner date.
* David: So, you never finished your story about your exam...
* Amber: Long story short, I'm probably the first airline applicant to show up in broken shoes.
* David: Broken shoes? That's a thing?
* Amber: It's a thing when you wear heels.
* Emily appears to clean up the tables.
* Emily heads towards the left.
* David: Well, I bet you did great anyway. You've always been able to think on your feet.
* David: Ever since we were kids... You always knew exactly what you wanted. I like that about you.
* David: I bet Noah would be proud of you. You're chasing your dreams...
* Amber: I don't want to talk about Noah, David!
* Amber looks at the memories about Noah in her arms to save the lives from drowning.
* Amber: How many times do I have to tell you that?
* David: I'm sorry, I didn't mean to upset you. It's just...
* Amber: It's just insensitive and unnecessary to bring him up right now!
* Emily goes to ask Amber about the meal.
* Emily: Can I interest either of you in dessert? We've got some fantastic specials tonight...
* Amber: No, thanks Emily. The food was delicious as always, though, thank you very much.
* Emily: Oh... Well, OK. I'll be right back.
* Emily heads to the left.
* Amber: I'm sorry. For getting angry. It's just...
* David: I understand. Shall we?
* As they finish eating, they head up and go to the door.
* It's raining outside, as Amber and David leave Emily's restaurant.

## Level 5 - Keep Fighting!

* Amber checks out a passenger as Karen and Kyle are chatting.
* Kyle: It'll be cold in Montreal. Did you bring me some warm clothes?
* Karen: Of course I did. You don't need to tell me how to pack...
* Kyle: Yeesh... I'm just saying, it's a pretty city...
* Karen: Amber, right?
* Amber: That's me. And I think it's... Karen, right? The senior flight attendant?
* Karen: I am.
* Amber: Right. Nice to meet you officially, Karen.
* Karen: Good luck on your exams.
* Karen and Kyle go left for a flight.
* Amber: Thanks! Have a safe flight.

### Outro

* In her apartment, Amber uses her laptop to check.
* Seconds later, the phone rings, receives a text message.
* David (texts): Hey... Sorry about last night. That was... insensitive of me.
* Amber (texts): No, it's okay. I possible overreacted a little :(
* David (texts): Well, let me make it up to you anyway. Are you free the night before your exam?
* Amber (texts): Definitely! But it'll have to be an early night for me...
* David (texts): How about I come by your place, and we eat together? That way you can keep studying.
* Amber (texts): That's really sweet :)'. How could I say no to that?
* David (texts): It's a date! See you then :)

## Level 6 - First, Help Yourself

* In the morning, Amber hears the door bell for a package.
* Mailman: Ms Hope, a package for you!
* Amber reads the letter.
* Amber: "I believe in you, Amber. I know you'll make me proud. You always do. - Love Mom"
* Amber: "P.S. - These vegetables are fresh from the garden. I thought a good meal might help you on your tests!"
* Amber puts away the letter. She walks to the aquarium.
* Amber: Do you believe in me, Sushi? I don't know what I'll do if I fail.
* Amber: Mom sacrificed so much so I could be here...
* Amber: I don't want to mess it up. What if her sacrifices are all for nothing?
* Amber: And I'm talking to a fish again.
* Amber: Okay. Work time.
* Amber goes back to work.

### Outro

* Amber is in the examination room.
* Pamela: Hey! Girl with the shoes!
* Amber gets her attention towards Pamela.
* Amber: Well, I was, until I gave them to you.
* Pamela: Thanks again. You really helped me out.
* Pamela: Sorry I didn't bring them back. Some friends took me out right after the test.
* Pamela: By the time I remembered they weren't my shoes, I was in a nightclub!
* Amber: At this point, you may as well keep them.
* Pamela: I heard you passed anyway, so it all worked out!
* Pamela: Well, thanks again! And good luck on the rest of your exams!
* Pamela leaves the testing room as it's Amber's turn.
* Amber has to put the oxygen masks on each passenger's nose and mouth. They're dummies.
* Evaluator 1: Okay, that's enough!
* Evaluator 1: I'm sorry to say you've failed this portion of the test.
* Amber: What? Why?
* Evaluator 1: Simple. You need to help yourself before you can help others, Ms. Hope. Where's your oxygen mask?
* Evaluator 2: You're a strong candidate, Ms. Hope. But this is a very competitive program!
* Evaluator 2: You'll need to stay focused in your final exam.
* Evaluator 3: Good luck.

## Level 7 - You're Not Going to Die

* Adrian rushes into the check-in hall.
* Adrian: You have to help me!
* Amber: What happened? Are you okay?!
* Adrian: It's my arm! I think I'm having a heart attack!
* Amber: Pretty sure your heart is on the left, for starters. Let's try not to jump to conclusions.
* Amber: Honestly, I don't see much of a problem here...
* Amber: I think it's just a bug bite. Maybe a spider?
* Adrian: I hate spiders! There's so many different kinds that can poison you! Is it still there? I read about...
* Amber laughs that hard.
* Amber: Hey, calm down! Don't worry about it - it's too late now anyway. You're going to be fine.
* Karen appear from the left.
* Karen: Adrian, what are you doing? We need you in the meeting room right now!
* Adrian: Right, of course! Sorry. I thought I was having a...
* Amber: A conversation, with me. He was giving me some advice for my test.
* Karen: OK... Well, I guess you're not essential for this meeting anyway.
* Karen leaves the check-in hall.
* Adrian: Thanks for the help, Amber...
* Adrian: Can I stay with you this afternoon?
* Amber: No problem, I got you.
* Adrian walks to the bushes and watches the hall.

### During level

* Amber keeps Adrian calm during the shift.

### Outro

* Amber is in the meeting room.
* Hank: Amber! I baked some cookies last night. Would you like one?
* Amber: Can't say no to that! Thanks!
* Amber takes a cookie and eats.
* The meeting's all here.
* Karen: ...still short a few people.
* Kyle: We're on it.
* Elise: Hank, did you make cookies again?
* Hank: Guilty as charged!
* Elise: I blame you for my waistline, Hank.
* Hank: Well, I blame myself for mine too, so we've got something in common!
* Hank: Alright everybody, grab a cookie and pull up a chair. Let's get to work.

## Level 8 - A Natural Leader

* The meeting continues as they're in the talk.
* Karen: We need to talk about our last landing.
* Kyle: Yeah, I nailed it!
* Justin: I wouldn't go that far. Planes pretty much fly themselves these days.
* Karen: Not you, Kyle.
* Karen: I saw unfastened seatbelts, a number of tray tables down... one passenger even has an open drink!
* Karen: I had to address each of these myself.
* Karen: Nobody's perfect, I understand that. But mistakes in our line of work can have serious consequences.
* Hank: Karen's right. This is important work. We need to stay focused, and set a strong example for our new crew members. Got it?
* Hank: Good! Now let's get back to work!
* They leave except Hank, Karen, and Amber.
* Hank: Nice work, Karen. It takes courage to provide constructive criticism.
* Hank: You're a natural leader. We're lucky to have you.
* Karen: Thanks, Hank.

### Outro

* Amber reads the mail from Snuggford.
* Snuggford Airlines: "Dear Ms. Amber Hope, We are excited to invite you to the final round of our selection process!"
* Snuggford Airlines: Based on the results of this exam, we will be selecting our final candidate for the open flight attendant role.
* Snuggford Airlines: This final stage will proceed as laid out below, and requires swim wear. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in. We look forward to seeing you there!"
* Amber: A bathing suit? Why would I need a bathing suit?
* Amber: Swimming is NOT my thing.
* Amber: I don't even have any swimwear! I'm going to have to figure something out...
* Amber texts to Elise.
* Amber: Elise, I need a favor!
* Elise: Of course! What's on your mind?
* Amber: So, I don't own a bathing suit. And apparently I'll need one for my exam...
* Elise: Oh, sure! That's easy. What size?
* Amber: Six, I think? Not sure...
* Elise: Perfect, that was my size. Well, before the kids... ;).
* And minutes later, Amber goes to Sushi in auqarium.
* Amber: Hey, Sushi. Wanna finish these exams for me? Apparently swimming's on the agenda...

## Level 9 - Of Course I Can

* Elise enters to give Amber something she needs.
* Elise: Amber! I was just about to go grab that bathing suit for you.
* Elise: I think it'll suit you just fine.
* Elise: I used to LOVE swimming. And then I had kids, and forgot what hobbies were...
* Elise: Do you ever go swimming? I mean, can you swim?
* Amber: No... I mean, yes, I can swim. But I don't go swimming.
* Elise: Right. Well... Good luck, then.
* Amber: I'm sorry, Elise. This is so sweet, thank you. I'm just a little tense. It's a lot of pressure.
* Elise: I understand, don't worry about it. You've got this, Amber.
* Elise: You know... I have a lot of good accessories too! Hair nets, goggles, the works! I'll go get them!
* Elise goes to get them for Amber.

### During level

* Amber picks the swimsuit up from Elise.

### Outro

* Amber: Grab your guitar, Sushi! I need to let off some steam.
* Amber plays some music on the instruments to get her going.
* Door: Ding dong!
* Amber answers the door and it's David.
* David: Hey there! Ready to relax?
* Amber: Oh no, I forgot to buy the food!
* David: Well, let's see...
* David: How about these? I bet they're from your mom's garden!
* Amber: You know us too well! She only sent those through the other day, actually.
* David: I'll cook if you need to study.
* Amber: Nah, that's okay. This last exam is more hands on. I can handle a bit of cooking!
* Amber cooks some food.
* David: So. Ready to start flying?
* Amber: I'm definitely ready! I can't wait to be a flight attendant.
* Amber: Spending my days traveling the world, seeing amazing things, meeting new people...
* David: Meeting new people, huh...
* Amber: I'll get an aerial view of the beautiful buildings you design every time I come home too.
* David: You'll have to tell me how they look from way up there.
* David gets some wine for himself and Amber.
* David: To your new life, and your new perspective on the world! Cheers!
* Ambers cheers with the wine.
* Amber: Cheers!

## Level 10 - Diving Time

* Amber walks into the check-in hall.
* Amber: Morning Hank.
* Hank: Good morning!
* Hank walks to Amber.
* Hank: So... Nervous?
* Amber: Absolutely. I've never wanted anything so badly in my life.
* Hank: Knowing what you want is the tough part, though. You're already way ahead of most of us.
* Hank: It's normal to be nervous, but you'll do great. You're one of the good ones, Amber.
* Amber: So are you, Hank. Thanks for the pep talk.
* Hank leaves so Amber can work, but she reads the text from David.
* David: Yesterday was really nice! I loved seeing you. I'd wish you luck, but I know you don't need it!
* Amber goes to work at check-in for the last time.

### During level

* Amber is stressed. She makes sure she has plenty of time to stand still, so she can relax for the final exam; and the most critical part is Swimming.

### Post-chapter

* Evaluator 1: Okay everybody. Let's get started. This test is quite straight forward.
* Evaluator 1: We need to see how you'd cope in an emergency, such as a crash landing on water.
* Evaluator 1: Each participant will enter one at a time, and it's up to you to save as many passengers from drowning as possible within the time limit.
* Evaluator 1: Remember, stay calm and focused, and you'll be just fine.
* The first one goes out.
* Evaluator 1: Sorry, you failed.
* The next one goes out as he evaluates her test.
* The third one (Pamela) goes out as he completes the task.
* Evaluator 1: Great! Congratulations Pamela!
* Pamela heads towards the test room exit to the right.
* And the moment Amber's been waiting for: her swimming!
* Interaction time. Amber slowly walks to the pool. She takes a deep breath for her mind to focus.
* Amber: Come on, Amber. Come on... Just do it!
* Amber looks down at the pool and sees the childhood memory of diving down into the water.
* Evaluator 1: Amber Hope, the clock is ticking!
* It zooms out to full.
* Evaluator 1: You need to save at least three people!
* Amber moves back.
* Amber: No. I can't.
* Amber is too afraid to swim.
* Amber: I can't do it. I just can't.
* Amber storms out of the test room and goes home. Unfortunately, swimming was not her thing.
* At night, Amber's home... calling her mom.
* Amber: Hey Mom...
* Amber: Yeah. No. It went really well.
* Amber: I passed!
* Amber: Okay. Well, I've got to go now. I'll call you later, Mom!
* Amber hangs up the call.
* Amber: I just... I couldn't tell her the truth, Sushi!
* Amber: I failed.
* Amber cries alone, as the phone rings as Susan tries to call her.
* Amber: Stop calling me... I just need to be alone...
* Amber: Well, my mom can't leave me be for just two minutes, can she.
* Amber answers the call.
* Amber: Hi Mo...
* Amber: Hank?
* Amber: S-sure, I'm on my way!
* Amber: You won't believe this, Sushi.
* What a sad day, and a nightmare for Amber Hope!