The Lonely Tree
You’re not alone.
In solitude, find peace beneath my boughs. Rest your weary soul within my timeless embrace. Cherish memories; seek the unknown.
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The Lonely Tree stands as a refuge, offering solace and security to passing wanderers for a fleeting moment, accessible only once to any passerby.
<aside> ⬜ Description
The Lonely Tree is a mysterious place where all colors appear as negatives.
Atop a hill, this silent figure stands encircled by a peaceful lake, where its still waters mirror the darkness of the sky above.
Upon arrival, the first noticeable aspect is the total absence of wind; everything has stopped moving for quite some time.
Photography taken by a wanderer.
However, the sound is relatively present and peculiar, distinctly different from anything audible. Wanderers have described it as reminiscent of a snowy day, evoking a sensation of melancholy.
In the vast expense surrounding this sanctuary, nothingness prevails. The only interruption may be the looming silhouette of a giant satellite antenna, appearing against the horizon.
The numerous reports from wanderers suggest that this place might be unique for each individual, implying that no one has encountered another person here. It is also known that the only things shared are the notes left behind, and the space stretching from The Tree to The Antenna is now referred to as The Void Between.
For anyone who happens upon this place, it becomes an unforgettable vision, haunting their thoughts long after they have departed.
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Photography of The Antenna.
<aside> ⬜ Entities
There is no entity of any kind, unless you feel the need to talk with the tree.
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<aside> ⬜ Bases, Outposts and Communities
Due to the uniqueness of this place, no community exists here.
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<aside> ⬜ Entrances & Exits
Wanderers who fall asleep will awaken near The Tree when it feels the time has come.
It seems nobody was able to get there voluntarily, as if this place was always calling at the right time.
Spending some time with The Tree, reflecting on the past journey, will eventually make wanderers re-emerge from there, taking them back to The Hub.
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<aside> ⬜ Recovered Note
Some notes left by wanderers were found floating on the lake, but only a few are still readable.
My Reflection
I've traversed so many locations now I don’t feel like counting anymore. Since I arrived in these realms, not a single moment has passed without thinking about you. I miss you so much. Memories of our time together flood my mind, bringing both comfort and sorrow as I navigate this strange and lonely path. As I neared the tranquil lake, I swear I could have seen you in the reflection. I imagine it’s just because we are sisters.
Before encountering the tree, I was not expecting to be strong enough to continue to look for a way out, this journey has tested me in ways I never could have imagined, but now I refuse to let it break me.
If you're reading this and happen to find yourself here too, don’t give up yet. In fact, to anyone reading this, we can endure this place. So press on.
Exploration Logs
Day 1Log 1: I've heard about this place for a while now, but I wasn't expecting to end up here eventually. Rumors say that I need to reflect on my life to continue, yet I don't know why it brought me here.Log 2: I've begun to keep this log day by day, but there is no discernible day and night cycle here. My watch doesn't seem to be working properly either. I'll just write whenever needed.
Log 3: I feel like I've been here for so long, yet I still can't make sense of this place. I decided to explore the hill, searching for something. After a while, I noticed a silhouette in the darkness that resembled a satellite antenna, although it was difficult to distinguish. There's something about it that feels odd, but I can't quite put my finger on it for now.
Log 4: I'm freaking out. I was certain something strange was happening with the antenna. And, well… Every time I look away and then back, it moves! If I recall correctly from my studies, it could be due to it being an object demonstrating macroscopic quantum properties, requiring a conscious observer to stay.
Log 5: I attempted to approach the antenna while keeping it in my line of sight, but it seems I'm not getting any closer. I even took a photo of it and glanced back at the tree to see if walking backward would lead me there, unfortunately no. It's frustrating not being able to comprehend something, but at least I discovered that as the tree faded away in the distance, a gentle glow was rising from it, ensuring I wouldn't get lost.
Log 6: I've walked into The Void Between so much that I can’t feel my legs anymore, only to find nothing. It’s driving me crazy.
Log 7: I can't do it any longer. I'm back at the tree, without an ounce of understanding. I've just perused all the notes left by other wanderers, yet none seem to question this place. Maybe that's just how it is? Sometimes we can't make sense of everything, and maybe we don't have to. Maybe I just have to stop trying altogether.
So... I'll simply rest here, beside the tree, and patiently wait.
A future
This place is unsettling, so strange and also… comforting. My eyes can finally rest a little, after all those different colors from the other places I saw. There seems to be nothing here and it’s quite liberating.
I’ve always wondered what I was doing wrong to not enjoy experiencing the life that was given to me. I’m afraid of the future; I can’t imagine what I will do even a year from now and I’m happy when I see where I am at every instant because I was not expecting to still be here. After all, why would I want to continue? For what purpose?
I’m too scared to take risks, but I don’t like the stillness of life either. I’m stuck in my head, with all these thoughts and I can’t help but feel despair. How can anyone understand what I feel when I don't even understand myself.
Yet… This tree seems to take it all away. That’s the first time I put words on all of this and it’s starting to make me see a better version of myself. I think that as long as I keep discovering new things, and listening to other people’s stories, I'll just navigate the long, quiet river of life.
I'll live until I find the reason why.
For Those That Follow
IF YOU SEE THIS
LOOK AWAY
Solitude
Upon awakening here, I was utterly disoriented. Where did everyone go? I wasn't there when I fell asleep. Why my clothes were a little wet, but also drying?
The first thing I remember is feeling panicked until I saw the tree. It had a calming effect on me, and I began to think a little more clearly.
Maybe it wasn’t so bad to finally have some time alone. Solitude may be a great way to slow down on ourselves; And the tree was there, I could sense his presence, even without any sign of being somewhat alive.
As time passed in the company of the tree, I felt myself becoming ready to continue my journey through the torments of life, prepared to forge new connections with people.
The answer
For so long, I searched for her, hoping she would answer all my questions. As I grew older, I thought I found her several times, each encounter seeming to simplify everything, offering clarity and even beauty. But those moments, filled with hope, were only lies. And I always wondered if she would ever truly come.
Until the day she appeared to me, suddenly. Death was beautiful
Crumpled note
I FEEL NOTHING I AM USELESS WHY CAN’T I DO IT I TRIED SO HARD MY EXISTENCE IS UNNECESSARY
World Seed
I didn’t know if I would eventually be able to get to The Tree, but it seems
**?/worked! It’s exactly as described in the reports, though I’m only feeling?!-?*towards it.Each time I heard about this place, it was always associated with positive outcomes, as people were able to find
*%//within themselves. How can anything good exist here?I’ll be the one spreading the
%*/*of destruction. It must be removed from those realms. I will tear off the branches of this cursed tree, one by one until nothing remains. Even if it takes me!*/%*.
ERROR: Corrupted information, synchronization unsuccessful. The World Seed of this user is nonexistent.
Many pieces of papers
Even if it’s pointless, we still have to do it!
I finally found myself within this place, thank you.
Why is it so quiet…
Maybe I’m not as happy as I thought after all.
I think I got lost lol
Where are the stars?
Photography of The Tree.
Deep down, only one way remains: Hope
I’m not sure why, but
it all makes sensenevermind.Take me back there, please!
This tree is so mesmerizing, I want to stay here forever.
Am I dead?
Hey fellow wanderer, I hope you are doing well. Take care :)
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