Date: 8/10/2023
By MsBananaNanner
I found myself thrust into the middle of this hide and seek game of sorts, where all of us players were running around outside in the dark, trying not to be found by various creatures who were the “seekers”. Much of it seemed to resemble my grandparents yard. I wasn’t really sure what was going on so I wasn’t taking it that serious, but everyone else seemed to be terrified at the thought of being caught by one seeker in particular. I forget what title they gave to him, but if he caught you, you died. He could in some way see through the eyes of some of the other seekers, one of which was a big Doberman, and he’d use those to triangulate his target before going in himself. And if he’d caught your trail and was after you, you’d see little puffs of dark smoky clouds in your peripheral vision which meant you had to somehow lose him immediately or you’re a goner. Also he was Rami Malek, in his Night at the Museum pharaoh outfit. So anyway. Everyone’s stories had spooked me so I decided to just fly up towards the top of one of the pine tries and try to hide deep in its branches. I sat there for awhile, hunched in a little ball, breathing ragged. People were running and flying around and every so often someone would scream as they were caught and poofed out of the game. I didn’t know if they were being taken somewhere or just disappearing out of existence. Another player stumbled into my hideout and we both flinched. They told me I should try not to stay put too long, since that’s how Rami Malek picks his targets. I was too scared to go running about, but then I saw the dreaded puffs of dark black and purple smoke at the corners of my vision. I panicked and flew out of the tree and just made a break for it, I had no idea where. I flew closer to the ground, but then I heard a huge dog snarling and yapping as he chased me. I flew back higher again. Eventually I had to land and I wound up in this house packed with vintage and antique furniture and curious items. I didn’t see anyone but I was too nervous to call out for an owner. A few lamps were on and they hummed a little in the still night air. Cautiously I walked around, taking in all the interesting things filling the rooms. There were desks filled with huge old books and faded papers and fountain pens. Beautiful Victorian woodwork everywhere and heavy wood furniture pieces atop richly colored rugs. I swear the Nancy Drew pc game menu song was just looping in the background. Nice and ominous. As I started through the threshold to a room further into the house, I had this feeling like I was being watched. I turned slowly, shaking, and found the big black Doberman standing in the doorway to the outside, just staring at me. I couldn’t explain why, but I concluded that I had no chance fighting the thing if it came to it, so I decided to try and befriend it. We played a little dance as I tried to inch closer to it, hoping to convince it I wasn’t going to hurt it, and it being curious but cautious about me. Eventually my efforts paid off and I was able to start petting it. I was surprised to find it acted just like any friendly puppy and was elated to get head scritches. Very quickly it bonded to me, to the point where I couldn’t get it to leave me alone. It kept following me and would get protective of me if another player stumbled close to where we were. I retreated further into the house, and the dog started bringing me these big keys that were hidden around. It almost seemed like a human the way it was urging me to put them in these other hidden locks inside cabinets and such. It finally clicked that this house was some sort of puzzle, and the game wasn’t just about not being caught, it was about getting out. Suddenly I felt this weight of dread and I knew it was some sort of countdown. I only had a few moments to complete the puzzle before it all ended. I dashed for the final key on the other side of the room, fingers fumbling to grab it, then lunged for the final lock, falling through to my knees as the last door opened. I was out in this grassy area behind a very modern looking building, like an art gallery. It was still nighttime and there were the warm lights of a party inside the building. I could see a bunch of people inside talking and laughing and I realized it was all the players who had been eliminated. I felt immense relief knowing they weren’t dead. A few took notice of me and started running outside to cheer for me. There was this gazebo structure that was very sculptural and abstract in its geometric shapes. I flew up to sit on top. I was so relieved, and still confused about the whole thing. But then there was a look on the faces of the people down below coming towards me. At first I thought they were just nervous at the sight of the dog (which looked far less menacing now) but no, it was something behind me. I turned with dread and found myself face to face with the Rami Malek demon-god-monster thing. Most of his body was enveloped in the black/purple smoke clouds, and his eyes just stared so piercingly, unblinking. I just stood there in terror, waiting for him to kill me. Instead he smiled and told me he was impressed. No one had ever tried to befriend his dog before. He asks if I remember him and I say no. He starts telling me how he’ll always love me, and i was like “what”. He tells me the memories will start to come back with time. And then he informs me I’m already carrying his children and I was like “what the fuck”. And then I woke up
AI generated interpretation Dreams are complex and multifaceted, and their interpretation can vary depending on the individual's unique experiences and emotions. However, I can offer some potential insights into your dream. The theme of being hunted suggests that there may be a sense of fear or vulnerability in your waking life. The fact that everyone else in the dream is terrified while you initially do not take the situation seriously may indicate a disconnect between your conscious and subconscious awareness of certain threats or dangers. The character of Rami Malek, specifically in his Night at the Museum pharaoh outfit, could represent a sense of power or authority that you are being pursued by. Malek's ability to see through the eyes of other creatures and use that information to track his target may symbolize a sense of being observed or monitored by others in your waking life. The presence of the black and purple smoke clouds, which signal the impending threat, may represent unknown or hidden dangers that you need to be vigilant about. It suggests that there may be a need for you to identify and address these threats before they overwhelm you. Flying in the dream can symbolize a desire for freedom or escape from a challenging situation. Seeking refuge in the pine tree and being cautious not to stay in one place for too long may indicate a sense of trying to avoid or hide from these perceived threats in your life. The encounter with the Doberman and your subsequent attempts to befriend the dog could symbolize the need for loyalty, protection, or companionship during difficult times. The dog's role in guiding you through the subsequent puzzle suggests that forming connections and seeking support can ultimately lead to finding solutions or a way out of challenging situations. The vintage and antique furniture, along with the curious items in the house, may symbolize a tendency to retreat into the past or find comfort in nostalgia when faced with difficulty. The puzzle in the house represents a challenge or obstacle that you need to overcome in order to progress. The race against time and the sense of dread may indicate a fear of running out of time or missing opportunities in your waking life. Finally, the grassy area behind the modern art gallery where the eliminated players gather and cheer for you suggests a sense of validation and relief. It might symbolize the recognition and support you desire from others in your waking life when you overcome obstacles or resolve challenges. The appearance of the Rami Malek demon-god-monster figure at the end introduces a new element of surprise and fear. His declaration of love and the revelation that you are carrying his children might symbolize the emergence of repressed or unconscious desires, emotions, or memories that are waiting to be acknowledged and integrated into your conscious awareness. Overall, this dream seems to touch upon themes of fear, vulnerability, the search for safety, the importance of connection, and the navigation of challenges. It is worth exploring these themes further within the context of your personal experiences and emotions to gain a deeper understanding of their significance in your life.