A Mysterious Encounter in 2560

In April 2560, the crew of a naval intelligence team stumbles upon a long-forgotten ancient cruiser belonging to humanity's ancestors. As they delve deeper into their investigation, bizarre phenomena begin to twist reality for the crew.

The Relics of Ancestors Past

Set against the backdrop of the galaxy's turmoil, 'Halo: Tulpamancy' reveals that humanity's history as a space-faring civilization dates back over a hundred millennia, when our forebears competed with the legendary Forerunners. This exploration, complicated by genetic and cultural intervention post-war, unveils remnants of a lost empire, largely shrouded in mystery.

Shadows of the Past and Strange Effects

Central to our research is the untouched Ancestor ship located at Site Yankee-002-G3, an enigmatic vessel that has been adrift in the void. Researchers on board experience unsettling changes during their brief windows of exploration, often leaving them in states of confusion or anxiety.

Incident Reports: The Crew's Haunting Experiences

- **Incident 003:** A researcher worries that a colleague seems lost in a trance, endlessly murmuring names—are they losing their grip on reality? - **Incident 008:** Another member goes rogue searching for an elusive hum no one else can hear, raising alarms of mental strain. - **Incident 012:** One crew member claims to see moving shadows in the walls, a terrifying but captivating glimpse into their shared psyche.

The Emergence of Tulpas and Shared Dreams

A particular crew member slips into the deeper reaches of the ship, where they encounter a 'tulpa'—a conscious being formed of thoughts and memories. As shared dreams spiral into their consciousness, the boundaries between individual experiences blur, leading to haunting revelations.

A Revealing Vision of the Forerunners