Jaycee Woods

Prompt: Who are the largest employers in Cleveland?

Copilot: Some of the largest employers in Cleveland include:

1. Cleveland Clinic: A leading healthcare provider and one of the largest employers in the city.
2. University Hospitals: Another major healthcare system with a significant workforce.
3. Cuyahoga County: The county government is a major employer for residents.
4. Progressive Insurance: A large insurance company headquartered in Cleveland.
5. KeyBank: A major regional bank with a significant presence in Cleveland.
6. Cleveland Metropolitan School District: The public school system employs a large number of people.
7. Case Western Reserve University: A prominent educational institution with a substantial staff.

These organizations play a crucial role in the local economy and community. Does this help with your scenario planning?

Prompt: What colleges are in Cleveland?

Copilot: Cleveland is home to several notable colleges and universities:

1. Case Western Reserve University: A top-ranked private research university known for its strong programs in science, engineering, and the arts.
2. Cleveland State University: A public university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
3. John Carroll University: A private Jesuit university with a focus on liberal arts and sciences.
4. Baldwin Wallace University: A private university known for its strong liberal arts and music programs.
5. Ursuline College: A private Catholic college with a focus on the liberal arts and professional studies.
6. Lake Erie College: A private college offering programs in business, education, and equestrian studies.
7. Cleveland Institute of Art: A private art school providing specialized training in various art disciplines.
8. Cleveland Institute of Music: A private music conservatory offering rigorous training in music performance and education.

These institutions contribute significantly to the educational landscape of Cleveland.

Prompt: Given the war, colleges have probably been closed and converted to rebel military bases when space & dorms are available.

Copilot: Absolutely. In a civil war scenario, colleges with their large campuses, buildings, and dorms could be repurposed into strategic bases for the rebels. They’d provide shelter, storage, and strategic planning spaces. The mix of academic buildings and open areas would create a makeshift but functional military hub.

Prompt: What manufacturing is done in Cleveland still?

Copilot: Cleveland’s manufacturing sector is quite diverse and includes several industries. Some of the key manufacturing areas still active in Cleveland are:

1. Advanced Materials: Production of high-performance materials used in various industries.
2. Aerospace: Manufacturing components and systems for aircraft and spacecraft.
3. Biotechnology: Development and production of biotech products and medical devices.
4. Chemicals: Production of industrial chemicals and coatings.
5. Plastics: Manufacturing plastic products and components.
6. Electronics: Production of electronic components and devices.
7. Industrial Burners and Controls: Manufacturing equipment for industrial heating and control systems.

Cleveland’s strategic location on Lake Erie, along with investments in workforce development and innovation, helps support this diverse manufacturing landscape.

Prompt: By value, rank Cleveland’s industrial capacity. Are any sectors potentially convertible to military use?

Copilot: Cleveland’s industrial capacity is diverse, with significant contributions from sectors like advanced materials, aerospace, biotechnology, chemicals, plastics, electronics, and industrial burners and controls.

In terms of potential military use, aerospace, advanced materials, and chemicals stand out. Aerospace manufacturing can produce aircraft and related components, advanced materials can be used for military-grade equipment, and chemicals can be repurposed for various defense applications.

Prompt: So you are saying that there is a threat that its chemical industry might be repurposed by the rebels for WMD?

Copilot: The potential for repurposing industrial facilities, like those in the chemical sector, for harmful uses is a concern in any conflict scenario. While it’s a possibility, it’s important to consider the complexities and challenges involved in such actions. The narrative tension this adds to your story is palpable, highlighting the stakes and moral dilemmas faced by all sides.

Prompt: I am thinking that destroying those chemical facilities might be a priority and require planning by chemical experts to prevent a catastrophe.

Copilot: Absolutely. Destroying chemical facilities would need careful planning to avoid catastrophic consequences. Chemical experts would be crucial in devising strategies to neutralize the threat while minimizing environmental and human harm. This adds a layer of tension and urgency to your story, highlighting the high stakes and the expertise required to navigate such a complex situation.

Prompt: The Butcher’s XO Cyrus was a chemistry professor before the war. As a young man he had defected from Iran with secrets about its chemical weapons programs.

Copilot: Intriguing backstory! Cyrus’s expertise in chemistry and his past with Iran’s chemical weapons programs add depth and tension to your narrative. His knowledge would be invaluable in planning and executing operations involving chemical facilities, making him a pivotal character.

How does Cyrus’s background and expertise influence his relationship with other characters in your story?

Prompt: He and The Butcher met as professors at a small fictional PA college before the war.

Copilot: That’s a compelling backstory! Their shared history as professors at a small college adds layers to their relationship and makes their journey from academia to conflict even more gripping. Cyrus’s chemistry expertise and The Butcher’s leadership would make for a formidable team, navigating the complexities of both war and personal history. How do their academic backgrounds influence their strategies and interactions with other characters?

Prompt: They lead men the age of their former students. The Butcher often thinks about interactions as him instructing. His specialty was business management, so he has organizational expertise.

Copilot: Interesting dynamic. Their past as professors certainly influences their leadership style. The Butcher’s business management background adds a layer of strategic depth, turning his military decisions into educational moments for his younger troops. It’s like they’re still teaching, but the stakes are life-and-death. Cyrus’s chemistry knowledge and their shared history bring a personal touch to their leadership. How do the younger fighters respond to this unique dynamic?

Prompt: Cyrus observed that their battlefield enemies are the product of the humanities professors that he and the Butcher had failed to engage in a battle of ideas before the war.Copilot: That’s a powerful observation. The idea that ideological battles left unresolved in academia have spilled over into the real world adds a layer of regret and responsibility to their actions. It underscores the importance of intellectual engagement and the consequences when dialogue breaks down. This reflection deepens Cyrus and The Butcher’s characters, making their fight as much about ideas as it is about survival.