Vatican Crossroads
by mik1264
1 | Start
Welcome, adventurer! You stand at the threshold of countless possible worlds.
Where would you like to begin your journey? Or perhaps tell me what kind of universe you wish to explore?
2 | The Vatican with American as a Pope
You arrive in Rome, at St. Peter's Square. The Vatican gleams in the morning sun, American and papal flags flying together. Pope John Francis Anderson, the first American pontiff, is rumored to be giving a blessing today.
Where would you like to go?
3 | Come closer and see his face with the backdrop of sky and palace
You push through the crowd as the Popemobile approaches. Pope Anderson smiles warmly - a man in his 60s with silver hair and kind blue eyes. The Renaissance beauty of St. Peter's Basilica rises behind him against a brilliant azure sky.
4 | How can I clearly see that he is American
As you get closer, you notice his distinctly American traits. He's wearing subtle stars-and-stripes cufflinks, a small Texas A&M ring, and his cross pendant incorporates red, white and blue gems. His accent is unmistakably Midwestern as he greets pilgrims.
5 | Look at his face
You study his face closely. Pope Anderson has weathered features with laugh lines, a square jaw, and that confident, open expression often associated with American leaders. His nose shows signs of once being broken - perhaps from his football days at West Point before his calling.
6 | Can he wear a MVGA hat?
The Swiss Guards quickly block your path as you approach with the hat. “Impossible,” one whispers. “His Holiness maintains political neutrality and such partisan symbols are forbidden in Vatican ceremonies.” You notice similar hats confiscated from American tourists nearby.
7 | Make Vatican great again
You notice a small group of American Catholics near the barricade holding “Make Vatican Great Again” signs. Pope Anderson acknowledges them with a diplomatic nod but keeps his distance. Vatican officials look uncomfortable but tolerate the display while ensuring it's kept away from official photographs.