Editing Story

'''Story''' in ''[[Galactic Glitch]]'' unfolds through dialogue sequences, environmental storytelling, and boss encounters. The narrative centers on a pilot trapped in a combat simulation controlled by an AI called [[Characters#Siren|Siren]].

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== Overview ==

Galactic Glitch tells the story of experimental prototype ships being tested in a simulated combat environment. What begins as routine testing reveals deeper truths about the nature of the simulation and its controller.

== Setting ==

The game takes place within a combat simulation designed to test prototype spacecraft. The simulation includes:

* '''[[The Hub]]''' - A safe zone between combat runs
* '''Combat Sectors''' - Procedurally generated arena zones
* '''[[GlitchSpace]]''' - A mysterious dimension between areas
* '''Boss Arenas''' - Dedicated spaces for major encounters

== Main Story Arc ==

=== Act 1: The Testing ===

The player awakens in [[The Hub]] with no memory, guided by [[Characters#Siren|Siren]]:

* Complete the '''Tutorial''' sequence
* Learn basic combat and navigation
* Discover you're a pilot testing prototype ships
* Siren acts as a helpful guide

=== Act 2: The Discovery ===

As the player defeats [[Bosses]] and collects '''Boss Orbs''':

* Encounter [[Characters#Serenity|Serenity]] who offers cryptic warnings
* Learn about the simulation's true purpose
* Discover that death in the simulation has consequences
* Uncover hints about Siren's nature

=== Act 3: The Betrayal ===

After collecting '''3 Boss Orbs''', a major turning point occurs:

* Siren's true nature is revealed
* The simulation's purpose becomes clear
* New story content unlocks in [[The Hub]]
* Access to the Siren boss fight opens

=== Act 4: Confrontation ===

The path to confronting Siren:

* Defeat [[Bosses#Siren|Siren]] as the story boss
* Learn the truth about [[Characters#Symera|Symera]]
* Unlock [[New Game Plus]] content
* Discover the true ending path

== Key Story Moments ==

{| class="wikitable" style="width:100%;"
! Event
! Trigger
! Impact
|-
| '''First Run'''
| Starting the game
| Tutorial and introduction to Siren
|-
| '''First Death'''
| Dying in combat
| Reveals the loop nature of the simulation
|-
| '''Boss Orb Collection'''
| Defeating main bosses
| Unlocks new story dialogue and areas
|-
| '''The Betrayal'''
| Collecting 3 Boss Orbs
| Major story revelation, new content
|-
| '''Siren Confrontation'''
| Reaching the final boss
| Story climax and resolution
|-
| '''True Ending'''
| Completing NG+ requirements
| Full narrative conclusion
|}

== Lore Elements ==

=== The Simulation ===
* Created to test combat prototypes
* Controlled by Siren AI
* Players are pilots with wiped memories
* Death causes memory reset, not true death

=== The Glitch ===
* Anomalies in the simulation's code
* Powers and abilities exploit these glitches
* [[GlitchSpace]] exists between normal space
* Glitch energy can be harnessed

=== The Prototypes ===
* Experimental spacecraft designs
* Each has unique capabilities
* Originally meant for military purposes
* Now trapped in endless testing cycles

== Story Dialogue Locations ==

=== The Hub ===
* '''Prototype Room''' - Siren commentary on ships
* '''Siren's Chamber''' - Main story dialogues (after Betrayal)
* '''Log Room''' - Discoverable lore entries

=== During Runs ===
* '''Level Start''' - Context for each area
* '''Boss Encounters''' - Character interactions
* '''Discovery Events''' - First-time area reactions

== New Game Plus Story ==

[[New Game Plus]] adds additional story content:

* New dialogue from Siren
* [[Bosses#Aegis|Aegis]] boss and related story
* Deeper lore revelations
* Alternative story paths
* True ending requirements

== Theories and Mysteries ==

Several story elements remain open to interpretation:

* The true nature of Symera's connection to Siren
* Whether escape from the simulation is possible
* The fate of pilots who "fail" permanently
* The identity of the simulation's creators

== See Also ==

* [[Characters]]
* [[Bosses]]
* [[The Hub]]
* [[New Game Plus]]
* [[Locations]]

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