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Interviewed: The Flamen Dialis

Interviewer: Dr. Clara Horne

Foreword: Dr. Burr arrived to finalize the diplomatic agreement. The leaders of the city have been made aware of the arrangement and are now more willing to be interviewed. I chose the Flaman of Jupiter as my first subject.

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Dr. Clara Horne: Good afternoon Flamen Dialis. Thank you for accepting my interview.

The Flamen Dialis: You were quite persistent doctor. I remember you came to me asking for an interview not to long ago.

Dr. Clara Horne: Yes, you were very busy and I apologize for any interruption I may have caused.

The Flamen Dialis: You are forgiven. Now that the terms of the treaty have been put into place, I do not mind sparing some time.

Dr. Clara Horne: Thank you. Now I would like to ask you about The Mother of Rome. There is no information on her outside of the city. Could you tell me about her?

The Flamen Dialis: The Mother of Rome is the mother of all gods. She is the mother of Romulus and Remus. She is the protector of the city.

Dr. Clara Horne: Yes, The Flamen Volturnalis told me the same. I would specifically like to know more about the cause of her current state.

The Flamen Dialis: The cause is unknown to us. The few survivors of the fall of The Mother of Rome hid underground. Anyone who witnessed what happened that day died long ago. It was a great tragedy that the people of Fidelis Roma mourn to this day.

Dr. Clara Horne: You're saying no one knows what happened that day?

The Flamen Dialis: There is nothing. Not even in our recorded history. What we have been lead to assume is that somehow, an enemy of Rome was able to enter our sanctuary. Possibly the Christians but, as i said before, there is no way of knowing for sure.

Dr. Clara Horne: The Christians?

[The Flamen nodded in agreement.]

The Flamen Dialis: Many of our ancestors where excommunicated from there homes in Rome when the Christians took control. They mutilated our culture, and persecuted us for our beliefs. They are the most likely culprit.

Dr. Clara Horne: But how do you think they could accomplish this?

[The Flamen stands up from his chair.]

The Flamen Dialis: As I said. No one knows for sure what happened. This is just my interpretation of what i think happened. Now if you would excuse me, I must start the sacrifice to Jupiter.

Dr. Clara Horne: Thank you for your time.

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Closing Statement: [Thanks to Dr. Burr the Flamens have been more willing to talk to me. Though i can't help but feel as if they are only doing so due to obligation. It seems that the majority of the population of SCP-XXXX believes that the Christians are to blame for SCP-XXXX-1's death. I searched the Foundation records for way to corroborate these accusations and found no evidence of this.]

Interviewed: The Flamen Martialis

Interviewer: Dr. Clara Horne

Foreword: Before beginning my interview with The Flamen Martialis I witnessed the public sacrifice he performed. I decided to use this interview to learn more about there religious practices. I will also attempt to learn more about SCP-XXXX-1.

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Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

Dr. Clara Horne:

Flamen Martialis:

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Closing Statement: [Small summary and passage on what transpired afterward]

Interviewed: The Flamen Quirinalis

Interviewer: Dr. Clara Horne

Foreword: Small passage describing the interview

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Interviewer: [speech]

Person: [speech]

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Closing Statement: [Small summary and passage on what transpired afterward]

Interviewed: The Flamen Volturnalis

Interviewer: Dr. Clara Horne

Foreword: We have gained entrance to SCP-XXXX. I was the first to arrive and began my research. Unfortunately the details of the arrangement we have made with SCP-XXXX has yet to be decided. This has made my attempts at interviewing the religious leaders of the city very difficult. The Flamen Volturnalis, however agreed to my interview.

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Dr. Clara Horne: Thank you for allowing me to ask some questions.

Flamen Volturnalis: We owe much to your people. It's the least I can do.

[The Flamen Volturnalis gave a bow of respect]

Dr. Clara Horne: Yes. So to start things off I would like you to tell me about yourself.

Flamen Volturnalis: Well, I am The Flamen Volturnalis. The priest of Volturnus god of the Tiber and all rivers. I am a member or the minor Flamens, and also the caretaker of the river that runs through Fidelis Roma.

Dr. Clara Horne: I thought Tiberinus was the god of the Tiber?

Flamen Volturnalis: Different names for the same man. Many of our gods are called different names by many different people. We have managed to retain our scriptures and history of our gods, so we are the keepers of the true history.

Dr. Clara Horne: I look forward to learning more. Another question. When we discovered Fidelis Roma your people where trying to contact the Church of the Broken God. Can you tell me what you know about them?

Flamen Volturnalis: I assume you are speaking of the god Fragilis. He was once worshiped by a section of our people a long time ago, before we found sanctuary here. They were expelled from our pantheon when they attempted to proclaim there god higher then all others. You will find know Flamen or temple to that god within our walls.

Dr. Clara Horne: Then why contact them for aid?

Flamen Volturnalis: I was not there for the debate that lead to that decision. If I was, I would have voted against the decision. They are not to be trusted. The only reason I could see the Major Flamens stoop to such a low would be out of desperation.

Dr. Clara Horne: I was made aware of your need of supplies. Though from walking the streets, I don't see any signs of this.

Flamen Volturnalis: The things we lack are not plain to see. We have plentiful food due to the farmlands surrounding Fidelis Roma. However what we lack is resources. Stone, metal, and other resources are hard to acquire due to our isolation. Without these things we are unable to expand or repair our structures. We are truly thankful for your aid.

Dr. Clara Horne: I am glad we are able to help. I am thankful your people have allowed us to learn more about your culture.

Dr. Clara Horne: One last question. I walked to the edge of the city to witness SCP… I'm sorry, I have yet to learn the name of-

Flamen Volturnalis: The Mother of Rome.

Dr. Clara Horne: Yes. Can you tell me about her?

Flamen Volturnalis: She is our protector. She is the one who lead our people to this city.

Dr. Clara Horne: Wait, the city was already here before you arrived?

Flamen Volturnalis: It was crafted by the gods. A place where our people could live and worship without judgement and persecution. The Mother of Rome was a beacon for us to follow. As you are aware she can only be seen by those devoted to our gods. Without her we would have been discovered long ago. We are thankful to her.

Dr. Clara Horne: How did she die?

[The Flamen Volturnalis looked to be uncomfortable to answer this question. he paused before answering.]

Flamen Volturnalis: She is not dead, but wounded. Long ago the city was attacked. She acted as a shield and allowed herself to be wounded in order to protect the people of Fidelis Roma. Many of our people perished, but we survived. Now if you would pardon me I must tend to my duties.

Dr. Clara Horne: Thank you for your time.

Flamen Volturnalis: Good luck with your research Dr. Horne.

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Closing Statement: [It seems my mention of the death of SCP-XXXX-1 may have caused some conflict. In the future I will be sure to keep this in mind. After this Interview I was unable to interview any other Flamens. I will have to wait for our Diplomatic Head to arrive in order to finalize the treaty.]