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SPOILER WARNING
This article contains spoilers of important plot details regarding the plotline of OMORI.

BOSS RUSH is a location in OMORI. It is a local attraction run by BOSS for those who want to refight the game's story-mandatory bosses within HUMPHREY, only accessible on ONE DAY LEFT of the OMORI ROUTE.

STORY[]

BOSS RUSH[]

BOSS RUSH is only available on the OMORI ROUTE during the final day in HEADSPACE. It can be accessed from HUMPHREY in the puzzle room by going through the left tube. OMORI and his friends can challenge simulations of the story mandatory bosses again, such as YE OLD SPROUT. All enemies have higher stats compared to their normal boss variants.

Before taking on the challenge, the player can buy various items in preparation for the event from the MAILBOX. MARI and BASIL can be seen sitting at their own table, cheering on the group as they take on the challenge. BOSS stands at a nearby desk, waiting to boot up the simulation.

All the characters fought there consist of YE OLD SPROUT, DOWNLOAD WINDOW, SPACE EX-BOYFRIEND, KING CRAWLER, SIR MAXIMUS, SIR MAXIMUS II, SIR MAXIMUS III, (Note that all 3 Sir Maximus's are fought at once) LIFE JAM GUY, SWEETHEART, MR. JAWSUM, PLUTO (EXPANDED), THE SLIME GIRLS, and all three phases of HUMPHREY.

Depending on how many battles they win, a new trophy will appear in the main room. If you lose before defeating the three SIR MAXIMUSES, a PARTICIPATION RIBBON will be displayed. After defeating the SIR MAXIMUS trio, the COOL TROPHY will be displayed. After defeating PLUTO (EXPANDED), the COOLER TROPHY will be displayed. After defeating HUMPHREY, the COOLEST TROPHY will be displayed.

Clearing the event will grant the player the "Seriously, you're the coolest!" achievement, as well as MARI'S COOKIE.

BASIL RUSH[]

Exclusive to the console releases, if the BOSS RUSH simulation was attempted at least once, the player has the option to interact with BASIL to initiate a special version of the event, known as the BASIL RUSH. From there, the group suggests that BASIL should try out the BOSS RUSH with OMORI as his partner for the entire run. Along with that, KEL secretly tells BOSS to program simulated versions of himself, AUBREY, and HERO into the event. Inspired by KEL's idea, MARI also tells BOSS to program a hologram of herself while keeping it a secret from everyone else other than KEL.

This will allow players to use BASIL as a playable party member when entering the simulation with OMORI. The order of bosses fought goes out the same as in the normal version, until the remaining two rounds that come after HUMPHREY's defeat. The penultimate round of the simulation has the two pitted against simulations of KEL, AUBREY, and HERO. Note that even if the player loses the first time around against the friends, they can still retry the battle as many times as possible until the latter group is defeated.

Once the simulation friends have been dealt with, the final opponent of the simulation turns out to be none other than a hologram of MARI herself. When the two take on the simulated MARI, things take a turn for the worse as the hologram ends up transforming into a hanged corpse, which serves as a horrific reminder of the truth behind MARI's death. After the fight abruptly ends, OMORI and BASIL find themselves back at the lobby room, presumably due to the former resetting the simulation in an attempt to further repress the truth.

BASIL considers fighting alongside his friends someday but immediately dismisses that thought as it won't be happening anytime soon. Completion of the special event will render it unavailable for the remainder of the game unless the player has a save file that reloads to a point before taking on the challenge.[1]

CHARACTERS[]

ENEMIES[]

ITEMS[]

QUOTES[]

Boss Rush Event
Mari and Basil (Boss Rush)
  • Normal Interaction:
MARI
MARI
Are you guys thinking about taking on the BOSS RUSH challenge? Good luck! We'll be cheering you on.
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BASIL
DWBASIL2
I'm happy that BOSS finally found his calling. You should take on the challenge! I know you can do it!
Textbox Hand
  • Boss Rush Completed:
MARI
MARI3
Congrats on beating the BOSS RUSH, everyone! Here's a little gift from me. I made with all my love! Hehe...
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You got MARI'S COOKIE.
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MARI
MARI
You guys really put on a great show! BASIL and I watched you on the big screen over there. We were both at the edge of our seats!
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BASIL
DWBASIL2
I can't believe you guys beat the BOSS RUSH! You guys are the coolest. I'm so lucky to have friends as strong as you.
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Boss (Boss Rush)
Boss Dialogue (Boss Rush): Part 1
  • First Interaction:
BOSS
Hey, remember me? I'm BOSS and welcome to the BOSS RUSH challenge! I've been doing a lot of inner reflection since my days on the playground.
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BOSS
Using the latest innovations in technology, I have devised an ultimate challenge for only the coolest challengers.
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BOSS
Down here, you'll be able to experience simulations for fights that you have fought before... but stronger!
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  • Prompt to enter the Boss Rush:
BOSS
So are you interested in taking on the BOSS RUSH challenge?
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  • Answering yes to doing the challenge:
BOSS
Awesome-o! Let's get you all set up here.
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  • Answering no to doing the challenge:
BOSS
Awww... Okay. Maybe next time!
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Boss Dialogue (Boss Rush): Part 2
  • After setting up teleporter:
BOSS
And done-zo!
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BOSS
Just head all the way to the right to the teleporter. Your first battle will start right away.
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BOSS
Oh, and remember to heal up! MARI was so nice to bring one of her picnic baskets... and you should stock up on SNACKS and TOYS at the mailbox while you're at it.
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  • Boss's advice:
BOSS
Good luck out there! Go get 'em!
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BOSS
I'm sure there are even more creative ways to challenge yourself.
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BOSS
I, for one, recommend using only BIG RUBBER BANDS!
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  • Results:
BOSS
Hey, you did pretty good this time around... but you can't win 'em all.
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BOSS
Come back again!
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BOSS
Wow! You've really completed the BOSS RUSH challenge! Congrats, cool guys! Seriously, you're the coolest!
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BOSS
Hey, congrats! You've earned the COOL TROPHY! I'll go ahead and display it in the lobby for ya.
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BOSS
Hey, congrats! You've earned the COOLER TROPHY! I'll go ahead and display it in the lobby for ya.
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BOSS
Hey, congrats! You've earned the COOLEST TROPHY! I'll go ahead and display it in the lobby for ya.
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BOSS
Nice job! But let's see how you do against your next challenge!
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  • After beating the Boss Rush:
BOSS
Hey, guys! How's it going? You've already beaten the BOSS RUSH challenge... but did you want to try again?
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Basil Rush Event
Basil Boss Rush (Intro)
  • Introduction:
HERO
DWHERO12
Phew... this BOSS RUSH challenge is pretty tough…
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HERO
DWHERO2
But at least when we’re battling, we know we’re not in any real danger...
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY3
That just gave me an idea, HERO!
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY4
Since we know we’re safe here, this might be a good chance for BASIL to practice battling!
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HERO
DWHERO3
That makes perfect sense! What do you think about that, BASIL?
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BASIL
DWBASIL7
H-Huh! Me!?
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BASIL
DWBASIL1
Well... To be honest, I’m kind of nervous...
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BASIL
DWBASIL2
But I think I’ll be okay, especially with all of you!
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KEL
DWKEL4
Hey, wait a sec... If we all go with him, it'll be way too easy!
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HERO
DWHERO5
That's true. In that case, maybe just one of us should go.
Textbox Hand
HERO
DWHERO2
Would you be up for it OMORI?
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting Yes:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Sure, I’d be okay with that!
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KEL
DWKEL3
Oh, oh! I have an idea!
Textbox Hand
AUBREY
DWAUBREY2
What did you ask BOSS to do, KEL?
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KEL
DWKEL4
Nothing... It’s a secret!
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MARI
MARI6
Ooooh...
What is it, KEL? I want to know!
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KEL
DWKEL1
Okay! But don’t tell AUBREY!
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY11
Hey!
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MARI
MARI
Mhmm... Mhmm... Oh!
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MARI
MARI7
That is very interesting! Now I have an idea, too!
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY5
Awww... This isn’t fair, KEL! You can't keep us in the dark like this...
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HERO
DWHERO4
Yeah, I want to know too!
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KEL
DWKEL3
Don’t worry! It’s way more fun this way!
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY10
For you, maybe...
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MARI
MARI3
Yup! And if everything goes as planned, we’ll be able to watch it from the monitor.
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MARI
MARI2
I hope you’re ready, OMORI and BASIL!
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MARI
MARI3
Though I’m sure you will both be fine.
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MARI
MARI6
Now go kick some butt!
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BASIL
DWBASIL3
Thanks, everyone. We’ll try our best!
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Let’s do this, OMORI!
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting No:
BASIL
DWBASIL1
Ah... You’re right. Maybe it’s better to wait...
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Basil (Boss Rush Lobby)
Talking to Basil after Boss Rush
  • Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
DWBASIL3
Hey, OMORI! Are you ready to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge with me now?
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting Yes:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Alright, let’s do this together!
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BASIL
DWBASIL1
I’m a little worried about what KEL and MARI have planned, but I’m sure we’ll be fine!
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting No:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
Textbox Hand
Attempting to leave with Basil
  • Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
DWBASIL7
Ah... Sorry, OMORI. I don’t think I’m ready to battle out there yet. Do you want to go do something else first?
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting Yes:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
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Basil Rush attempted
  • Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
DWBASIL3
Hey, OMORI! Are you ready to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge with me again?
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting Yes:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Alright, let’s do this together!
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL1
I’m sorry that I’m so weak... but I can feel myself improving little by little!
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL7
Oh, yeah! We haven’t seen what KEL and MARI planned yet... I wonder what it is.
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting No:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
Textbox Hand
After losing to Kel, Aubrey, and Hero
  • Initial Dialogue:
BASIL
DWBASIL3
Hey, OMORI! Are you ready to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge with me again?
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting Yes:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Alright, let’s do this together!
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BASIL
DWBASIL2
I’m sorry that I’m so weak... but I can feel myself improving little by little!
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BASIL
DWBASIL7
I was surprised to see simulations of KEL, AUBREY, and HERO. They’re pretty tough, but I’m sure we can defeat them if we work together!
Textbox Hand
  • Selecting No:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Okay, no worries! Maybe we can do this some other time!
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Friends Dialogue
Friends (Boss Rush Lobby)
  • Before taking on special challenge:
HERO
DWHERO4
Remember to get some SNACKS and TOYS at the mailbox. Better to be safe than sorry!
Textbox Hand
KEL
DWKEL3
You got this BASIL! Show them your SKILLS!
Textbox Hand
AUBREY
DWAUBREY5
I wonder what KEL and MARI have planned... I don’t like secrets!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI
Why are you giving me that strange face, OMORI? Just go have fun!
Textbox Hand
  • After losing to Kel, Aubrey, and Hero:
MARI
MARI
KEL is so creative! He’s great at coming up with interesting things to do... and interesting new ways to get in trouble...
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY5
Everyone’s simulations look so accurate. Sigh... Is that really what I look like?
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KEL
DWKEL3
Yo, that last battle looked sooooooooo awesome!! I don’t even know which side to cheer for! Heh, heh…
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HERO
DWHERO6
I don’t know about you guys, but I think my simulation is kind of weird...
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Boss (Basil Rush)
  • Initial Dialogue:
BOSS
Woah, BASIL! You want to take on the BOSS RUSH challenge too? Take care of him, OMORI!
Textbox Hand
BOSS
Let me just get this teleporter set up for you.
Textbox Hand
  • After losing to Kel, Aubrey, and Hero:
BOSS
Did you like KEL’s surprise? That was probably one of his better ideas.
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BOSS
If you want to try again, I can teleport you straight to that fight! Did you want me to do that?
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Friends (Boss Rush Screen)
  • After the Sir Maximus family is defeated:
KEL
DWKEL3
Woah!! You guys did awesome!
Textbox Hand
AUBREY
DWAUBREY11
Move over, KEL! You’re hogging the whole screen!
Textbox Hand
AUBREY
DWAUBREY4
You two are doing amazing! Keep going!
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KEL
DWKEL12
But I just said the same thing…
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  • After Pluto (Expanded) is defeated:
HERO
DWHERO3
Awesome job, guys! Keep it up!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI6
I know you can’t hear us, but we’re cheering as loud as we can!
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  • After Humphrey is defeated:
KEL
DWKEL3
Heck yeah! Show HUMPHREY who’s boss!
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY5
Huh? Isn’t this the end of the challenge?
Textbox Hand
AUBREY
DWAUBREY12
What did you and MARI do anyway? I didn’t see anything strange.
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI7
Oh... You’ll see soon enough!
Textbox Hand
AUBREY
DWAUBREY7
Wait! is that me?
Textbox Hand
HERO
DWHERO11
Hey, that’s not us! We’re us!
Textbox Hand
KEL
DWKEL3
Heh, heh! Bet you didn't expect that!
Textbox Hand
KEL
DWKEL4
Don’t worry, guys… They’re not as strong as we are, so give it your all!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI6
Good luck, you two! I know you can do it!
Textbox Hand
  • After Aubrey, Kel, and Hero are defeated:
HERO
DWHERO11
Huh? What's MARI doing down there??
Textbox Hand
HERO
DWHERO11
Stay right there, okay? I’m coming for y-
Textbox Hand
HERO
DWHERO4
Oh, wait... You’re right here!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI3
Oh, HERO. You’re so silly!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI
I know I'm not suited for battle… But I just had to see what it would look like! Hehe…
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AUBREY
DWAUBREY4
I want to see MARI battle, too! I’m so excited!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI6
Don’t worry, OMORI and BASIL! It’s not really me! I'll be right here!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI
Bye, now! We’ll see you soon!
Textbox Hand
Basil Rush (Aftermath)
  • Speaking to Mari:
MARI
MARI2
You’re looking at me funny, OMORI. Is something wrong? What is it? You can tell me anything!
Textbox Hand
MARI
MARI
I know you aren’t the best at expressing yourself, OMORI... but I can still tell when something is on your mind.
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MARI
MARI3
I hope you know that as your big sister, I will always be here for you! I’ll take care of you for as long as I am here... and that means forever!
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  • Speaking to Basil:
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Hi, OMORI! Watching you guys battle foes on the monitor makes me wish I could join you one day.
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL1
Just... maybe not anytime soon...
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    • If Basil was equipped with a charm:
BASIL
DWBASIL3
It is strange, though. I sort of feel like I’ve already-
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL7
Huh, what’s this? This isn’t mine...
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL2
Actually, I’m pretty sure this is yours. Here, you can have it back!
Textbox Hand
BASIL gave you <charm name>.
Textbox Hand
  • Speaking to Basil again (if equipped with a charm):
BASIL
DWBASIL7
A-Ah! What is it, OMORI? Your entire expression changed.
Textbox Hand
BASIL
DWBASIL1
I really don’t know how it got there. I didn’t steal it, I promise!
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GALLERY[]

MAPS[]

EXTRAS[]

TRIVIA[]

  • This is the only area where BASIL can be used as a playable character.
  • The special event with BASIL as a party member is listed as BASIL RUSH in the game's data.
  • The BGM that plays within the BOSS RUSH area is the same one used for OTHERMART PHARMACY in FARAWAY TOWN.
  • LIFE JAM GUY is the only enemy in the BOSS RUSH area where the player can use the RUN AWAY option as the fight is only there to provide the group a means of briefly recovering before the next match.
  • If BASIL was equipped with a charm, more unique dialogue will play out during completion of the special event. BASIL gives OMORI back the charm not before mistaking the latter's expression towards him as an accusation of theft while confuting the claim.
  • Speaking to MARI after completing the special event prompts unique dialogue where she questions OMORI on why he is looking at her so strangely before dismissing it. She then reassures OMORI that she will always take care of him as long as she is with him forever.
  • Around late 2022, OMOCAT has released a set of merchandise all related to the BOSS RUSH attraction. The merchandise released features various characters from HEADSPACE, including bosses that aren't fought in the simulation such as the UNBREAD TWINS or BOSSMAN HERO.

REFERENCES[]

  1. The new BOSS RUSH content is only available in the console versions of the game.

SITE NAVIGATION[]

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LOCATIONS
HEADSPACE
GENERAL: WHITE SPACE  •  NEIGHBOR'S ROOM  •  NORTH LAKE  •  BLACK SPACE  •  NEIGHBOR'S BEDROOM  •  SNOWGLOBE MOUNTAIN  •  THE ABYSS  •  CLUB SANDWICH  •  BORING ROOM
VAST FOREST: FOREST PLAYGROUND  •  TRAIN STATION  •  PINWHEEL FOREST  •  BASIL'S HOUSE
OTHERWORLD: OTHERWORLD CAMPSITE  •  OTHERWORLD OUTSKIRTS  •  SPACE BOYFRIEND'S HOUSE  •  CATTAIL FIELD  •  SPROUT MOLE COLONY  •  FROZEN LAKE  •  JUNKYARD
ORANGE OASIS: DINO'S DIG  •  OASIS INTERIORS  •  ORANGE JOE'S HOUSE  •  RELL'S HOUSE  •  PALMIE'S HOUSE  •  DONUT HOUSE  •  RAIN TOWN  •  BREAVEN
PYREFLY FOREST: SPROUT MOLE VILLAGE  •  SWEETHEART'S CASTLE  •  LOST FOREST  •  LOST LIBRARY  •  THE DUNGEON
DEEP WELL: UNDERWATER HIGHWAY  •  LAST RESORT  •  GHOST PARTY  •  DEEPER WELL  •  HUMPHREY  •  BOSS RUSH
FARAWAY
FARAWAY: PARK  •  PLAZA  •  HANGOUT SPOT  •  OTHERMART  •  HOBBEEZ  •  GINO'S  •  FIX-IT  •  CHURCH  •  CEMETERY  •  RECYCULTIST'S HQ  •  TREEHOUSE  •  HOSPITAL
UPPER HOUSES: SUNNY'S HOUSE  •  KEL'S HOUSE  •  CRIS'S HOUSE  •  MIKHAEL'S HOUSE  •  BRENT'S HOUSE  •  KIM'S HOUSE  •  JOY'S HOUSE  •  CHARLENE'S HOUSE
LOWER HOUSES: GRUFF GUY'S HOUSE  •  SEAN AND KAREN'S HOUSE  •  SARAH'S HOUSE  •  AUBREY'S HOUSE  •  BASIL'S HOUSE (FARAWAY)  •  WRINKLY FOREHEAD'S HOUSE  •  BEBE'S HOUSE  •  ARTIST'S HOUSE
MEMORY: BASIL'S MEADOW  •  MEMORY LANE  •  BACKSTAGE
BLACK SPACE
BLACK SPACE: STATIC WORLD  •  SUBCONSCIOUS SPILL  •  LOOPING BLACK FIELD  •  THE NEIGHBORHOOD  •  FOREST OF STUMPS  •  CAT DISSECTION  •  WATERMELON PATH  •  PINK BEACH  •  SPIDER FOREST  •  SAFE SPOT  •  MEAT ROOM  •  NIGHTTIME TREEHOUSE  •  FISH OUT OF WATER  •  BASIL'S RAFT PATH  •  TWOSIDE  •  TIME  •  INCUBATION  •  FRIENDS PLAYGROUND  •  CHURCH OF SOMETHING  •  RED SPACE
BLACK SPACE 2: LOST FOREST 1  •  WATER WALKWAY  •  LOOPING FOREST  •  WEATHERVANE ISLAND  •  CLOUD WALKWAY
FURTHER BLACK SPACE: GLITCH MAP  •  LOST AT SEA  •  HAUNTED TREES HANGING MAZE  •  CORRUPTED JUNKYARD  •  MARI IS HOME  •  RED ROOM
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