STORY
Maja's Quest
Against the picturesque backdrop of Basel, 2024, we meet Maja Wedekind, an introverted yet brilliant student with a penchant for solitude and mystery. As a child, Maja discovered a unique talent - the ability to lucid dream with remarkable control and clarity.
Her choice to study shared dreaming, seems driven by a quest to uncover something within herself - much like psychology students drawn to their field for self-discovery.
Her fascination with dreams is both a legacy and a curse. Her mother, a surreal painter, had delved deeply into lucid dreaming to enhance her creative works, ultimately becoming consumed by it before her untimely departure.
But the real reason that drives her to study Oneironautics is to discover what happened to her father. He disappeared some months ago under strange circumstances while on an assignment from this very Academy. Since then, he appears in her lucid dreams. Sporadic encounters that ignite a mix of hope and agony. She's convinced he's still out there - alive.
Now, as she steps into the halls of Thierstein Academy, Maja enrolls in Oneironautics 1, a course that's more than just an academic pursuit for her. Among her peers, Maja adopts a facade, masquerading as the always well-composed and somewhat aloof student. She's known for cheekily referring to Thierstein Academy as the 'School of Snooze.' This persona she projects acts as a shield, cleverly concealing the true depth and urgency of her quest.
However, this course in dream architecture and shared lucid dreaming is far from a mere academic endeavor. It's a deep dive into the darkest corners of the mind. Maja, with her natural talent for navigating these nocturnal mazes, is about to uncover a chilling truth. As the layers of dreams unfold, she finds hints pointing to an unsettling revelation: her own professor at the academy may be behind her father's disappearance. In this labyrinth of subconscious exploration, some doors, once opened, can never be closed.
Maja's quest to find her father is the dreamwalk, the core path from which all episodes branch out.
I hope you find the character of Maja compelling enough that you want to see where her journey ends up.
The Discovery
The discovery of shared dream experiences
In the unique story of Thierstein University, the institution's journey into the realm of dream exploration begins with a groundbreaking program called 'Lernen im Schlaf' . This program, initiated by a visionary professor, paves the way for the discovery of shared dream experiences, a breakthrough that significantly alters the course of study and research at the university.
Oneironautics 1
The narrative unfolds as students enroll in Oneironautics 1, the foundational course in this innovative faculty. Here, they begin their education in the art of dream architecture, learning to create and manipulate the structures and narratives of their own dreams. As the course progresses, students are introduced to the more advanced and intriguing concept of shared dreaming – a collaborative experience where individuals can enter and interact within the same dream space.
Designing Dreamscapes
This revelation of shared dreams opens up a plethora of possibilities and challenges. The students learn not only how to design and control their own dreamscapes but also how to seamlessly integrate their dream worlds with those of others. This skill requires a deep understanding of the subconscious mind, empathy, and a heightened level of collaboration and communication.
The discovery of shared dreams at Thierstein University leads to exciting and sometimes unpredictable adventures. As the students delve deeper into this shared dream world, they encounter new realms of learning, face unique challenges, and uncover the profound potential of collective subconscious exploration. The narrative explores the implications of such a discovery, both in terms of personal growth and the broader impact on society and science.
Foreshadow
Our series holds the key to the true meaning of dreams, but rather than fully disclosing it, we delicately sprinkle clues. Beneath the surface lies a world of its own, integrating numerous philosophical and scientific ideas. For now, this series remains limited, but who knows what the future holds?
If the audience yearns for more and doesn’t binge snooze through the episodes, we're eager to delve deeper, allowing the students to explore the realm of the collective mind – our roots, our home.
