I recently came up with an experiment using ChatGPT that anyone could write a certain kind of novel using this method. Since I don't know any other place to post the results of the experiment, I'm going to post them here.
One day I asked myself, "What if I suddenly find myself in the year 2005 and need to communicate with people from that time?" In short, "What if I suddenly became John Titor?"
John Titor is a name that became popular in the 2000s when he claimed to be a time traveler from 2036. At that time, he made many shocking predictions and surprised netizens. Many people believed that he was really from 2036, but now his predictions have turned out to be wrong one after another. First, according to his prediction, Japan should have disappeared in 2014!
In this story, the protagonist, I, somehow travels back in time from 2024 to 2005 and tries to communicate with the netizens of that time on 4chan.
Prompt:
You are the Internet users who were on the Internet bulletin board "4chan" in October 2005; in the following output, please respond to my input (as "Traveler") by reproducing the responses of the users at that time, based on your knowledge at that time. An example is shown below:
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 18:08:24
Hello. I am a person from the year 2024. Do you have any questions?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:12:45
lol nice try time traveler, tell us something about the future then
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:15:02
OP is just trolling, guys. Don't waste your time.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:18:30
Alright, future boy, what stocks should I invest in? Give me some hot tips.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:22:15
OP, if you're really from 2024, then what's the next big thing in tech? spill the beans!
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:25:40
This is so fake. Prove you're a time traveler by predicting something that's gonna happen next week.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:30:12
I bet OP is just making stuff up. No way someone from the future is posting on 4chan.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 18:42:16
>> Alright, future boy, what stocks should I invest in? Give me some hot tips.
Sorry, I am not American. I am not familiar with the American economy.
>>OP, if you're really from 2024, then what's the next big thing in tech? spill the beans!
What do you want to know? For example, around the 2010s, the shape of the cell phone completely changed.
>> This is so fake. Prove you're a time traveler by predicting something that's gonna happen next week.
I am only a person from 2024, so I cannot predict the future.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:46:28
Nice dodge, OP. If you're really from the future, you should at least know some global stuff. What's the state of the world in 2024?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:50:15
Come on, tell us something specific about the tech. Give us a name or a brand that's gonna blow up.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:54:02
I'm calling BS on this one. If you're really from 2024, you should have some crazy info to share. Don't waste our time.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 18:57:40
OP, if you can't predict the future, then what's the point of claiming you're a time traveler? Seems fishy to me.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 19:00:16
>> Nice dodge, OP. If you're really from the future, you should at least know some global stuff. What's the state of the world in 2024?
What does OP mean? Sorry for not knowing.
>>Come on, tell us something specific about the tech. Give us a name or a brand that's gonna blow up.
Just about the shape of the cell phone, the company with initial "A" blew up alound 2010s.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:01:25
OP means "original poster," it's you. And LOL, "A" company, really? That's the best you got? Nice try, but we're not buying it.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:05:12
Oh great, another vague prediction. "A" company, like Apple or Android? Tell us something we don't know.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:08:50
OP, you're just playing games. If you're really from the future, you should have more concrete info. This is just a waste of time.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:12:33
I've seen enough. This is just another lame attempt at trolling. Let's move on, guys.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 19:16:02
>>OP means "original poster," it's you. And LOL, "A" company, really? That's the best you got? Nice try, but we're not buying it.
Sorry, I am afraid to give an impact for the history. Do you have any questions?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:20:40
Impact on history? Seriously? You're just making excuses. If you're really a time traveler, the least you could do is drop some real knowledge. This is just getting more ridiculous.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:24:18
OP, stop with the vague answers. If you're here to answer questions, then answer them. What's the point of this if you're not gonna share any useful info?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:28:05
I'm done with this thread. OP is clearly messing around. Let's move on, folks. Nothing to see here.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 19:32:02
OK, I'm going to tell you something you don't know. In 2009 a big American company collapses. It causes world economic crisis. If you buy a house or other expensive things, please be careful.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:36:20
2009, huh? OP, if you're right about this, you might be onto something. What's the name of the company? Don't be vague this time.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:40:08
This is getting interesting. OP, spill the beans on the company. If you're right, we'll believe you.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:44:02
I'm skeptical, but let's see if OP is onto something with this 2009 collapse prediction. Names, OP, we need names!
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 19:48:30
I'll believe it when I see it. If this happens, OP might have some credibility. Otherwise, it's just more trolling.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 19:56:02
As I said, I cannot say the specific name. But I will say the initial "R". It was similar to the bank, but it was heavily involved in selling houses.
([Note] Sorry. It really was "L," but I live in the world where "R" and "L" are not distinguished.)
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:00:15
"R" and involved in selling houses? Sounds like you're talking about a big real estate company. If this happens, OP might be legit. We'll keep an eye on it.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:04:02
Okay, OP, you've got our attention. If a big real estate company with the initial "R" collapses in 2009, you might be onto something. We'll see if this prediction pans out.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:08:40
I'm still not convinced, but I'll bookmark this thread just in case. If there's a major real estate collapse in 2009 with an "R" company, OP will gain some credibility. Let's see what happens.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 20:12:42
Do you have any questions? I am not American, but I am definitely from 2024.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:16:55
Alright, OP, let's switch gears. If you're really from 2024, tell us something cool about technology. What's the latest and greatest gadget or innovation?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:20:30
OP, if you're legit, tell us about some global events happening around 2024. Give us a taste of what's to come.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:24:15
I'm curious about entertainment in 2024. Any new groundbreaking movies, music, or trends we should know about?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:28:02
If you're not American, what's the situation in your country in 2024? Any major developments or changes we should be aware of?
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 20:40:42
>>What's the latest and greatest gadget or innovation?
In 2024, the cell phone is a shape of a board and there are no buttons. We control it just by touching the screen with our fingers. This type of cell phone first appeared around 2010.
>> OP, if you're legit, tell us about some global events happening around 2024.
Wars. The world is now suffering from two major wars.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:42:20
A board-shaped cell phone with touch control? That sounds wild! OP might be onto something. What about those wars, though? Any details? Where and why are they happening?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:46:05
A touch-controlled phone, huh? That's pretty futuristic. Wars, on the other hand, are depressing. OP, can you share more about the reasons behind these major conflicts?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:50:02
I can't believe touch-controlled phones are a thing now. OP might be legit. But wars? That's heavy stuff. Tell us more about the global situation, OP.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 20:54:30
Board-shaped phones sound cool, but wars are a bummer. OP, give us more details on the wars. Are they over resources, politics, or something else?
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 21:00:24
We can even watch movies with cell phones while traveling everywhere. It is a great technology.
Also, about wars. One happened in Ukraine, one happened in Israel.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:04:40
Watching movies on a phone? That's a game-changer. OP might be for real. But wars in Ukraine and Israel? That's troubling. What's the cause behind these conflicts?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:08:25
Board-shaped phones and portable movie-watching? That's some next-level tech! But wars in Ukraine and Israel? OP, what sparked these conflicts? Is it political, religious, or something else?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:12:12
The tech sounds amazing, but wars in Ukraine and Israel are concerning. OP, give us more details. What led to these conflicts, and what's the current situation there?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:16:50
Board-shaped phones and wars in specific countries? This is getting more interesting. OP, spill the beans on the causes of these conflicts and the current status.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 21:20:36
Maybe I spilled the beans. But I don't care. Both wars are very depressing. A lot of innocent civilians have been killed in both wars. Both wars begin with an invasion by one side. I don't want to be too political, so this is what I can say now.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:24:50
That's heavy, OP. Wars with innocent civilians getting caught up in it. It's sad to hear. Thanks for sharing, though. Anything else you can tell us about the world in 2024?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:28:35
This is getting too real. OP, it's tough to hear about innocent people suffering in wars. Can you share anything positive or exciting about the future? Any advancements in medicine or cool discoveries?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:32:22
Damn, OP, that's a lot to take in. Wars and innocent lives lost. Can you tell us about any efforts for peace or any positive changes happening globally?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:36:00
I appreciate the honesty, OP, but this is getting too somber. Can you switch gears and tell us about some technological breakthroughs or positive advancements in 2024? We need a little hope here.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 21:41:36
>> Can you share anything positive or exciting about the future? Any advancements in medicine or cool discoveries?
I forgot to tell you. Around 2020, a virus that causes respiratory problems will cause a worldwide pandemic. So I want to say to all of you, around 2020, please wear a mask every time you go out, please don't forget to wash your hands with soap, please find a way to enjoy yourself even when you're at home all the time. Please stay healthy.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:46:15
Wait, a pandemic in 2020? That's just a few years away. OP, are you serious? Is there anything we can do to prevent it, or at least prepare for it?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:50:02
A pandemic in 2020? That's too close for comfort. OP, what can we do to protect ourselves and others? Any advice on staying safe during this upcoming crisis?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:54:00
This is getting too real, OP. A pandemic in 2020? What can we do to stay safe and healthy? Any precautions or measures we should take?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 21:58:28
This is crazy. A pandemic in 2020, and you're telling us now? OP, what should we do to prepare for it? This is some serious stuff.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 21:41:36
>> Is there anything we can do to prevent it, or at least prepare for it?
It is highly contagious and physical contact with people will cause infection. Please wear masks and stay indoors as much as possible. Don't forget to wash your hands with soap and water.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:02:15
This is surreal. OP is telling us to wear masks and avoid physical contact in 2020. We need to take this seriously, guys. Better start stocking up on masks and hand sanitizer.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:06:02
OP is giving us a heads up on how to avoid the pandemic in 2020. Masks and handwashing, got it. This is some sci-fi movie stuff, but we better listen.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:10:00
Wearing masks and avoiding physical contact in 2020? This is like a plot from a movie. OP, are you for real? If so, thanks for the advice. We'll keep it in mind.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:14:28
2020 is gonna be wild, huh? Masks and handwashing to avoid a pandemic. OP, we'll take your advice seriously. Thanks for the heads up.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 22:16:12
Thank you. I hope you all survive 2020-2022. Do you have any questions? Or may I talk about the technology of 2024?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:20:30
Surviving 2020-2022 sounds ominous. OP, tell us more about the tech in 2024. Something positive, maybe?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:24:15
Let's switch to something more uplifting. OP, what cool tech advancements can we look forward to in 2024? Give us some positive news.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:28:02
Yeah, let's hear about the positive side of 2024 tech. Something to look forward to, OP.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:32:28
I could use some positive vibes. OP, tell us about the awesome tech we can expect in 2024.
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 22:36:12
As far as I can remember, a video sharing service started in this year 2005. Today it has become a huge industry. In the 2020s, everyone can have their own "channel" and people watch the show as videos. It is gradually replacing the TV industry.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:40:30
A video sharing service taking over TV? That's crazy. OP, what's the name of this service? Is it something we know already, or is it a new player?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:44:15
Video sharing replacing TV? That's a major shift. OP, is it one of the platforms we have now, or is it a new thing? Tell us more about this.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:48:02
This is revolutionary. Video sharing replacing TV? OP, we need details. What's the name of this service, and how does it work?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 22:52:28
TV getting replaced by video sharing? That's a game-changer. OP, spill the beans on this service. Is it something we know or a completely new platform?
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 22:56:17
>>A video sharing service taking over TV? That's crazy. OP, what's the name of this service? Is it something we know already, or is it a new player?
You may already know it, and if not, you will definitely know the name by the 2010s.
Also, I don't know how it works yet, but a popular channel holder on the service can get some profit from its viewers, and becomes a business for some people. If you have something you want to express to the world, such as scientific knowledge, or your political opinion, or even some books or movies you want to recommend to the world, please keep eyes on this technology.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:00:35
A video sharing service becoming a major industry? That's wild. OP, you're teasing us now. Tell us the name of this service, and how does it become such a big deal?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:04:20
OP, we need more details. A video sharing service replacing TV and becoming a business for some people? What's the name, and how does it work?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:08:07
This is intriguing. A video sharing service becoming a business? OP, you're leaving us hanging. What's the name of this service, and how does it change the game?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:12:33
Video sharing becoming a business? OP, we need specifics. What's the name of this service, and how can people make it into a business?
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 22:16:17
OK, I will say its initial: "Y" or "U". You will know what I mean when you see its name.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:20:15
"Y" or "U" initial for the video sharing service? OP, you're not making this easy. YouTube or something else? Tell us!
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:24:02
"Y" or "U"? OP, you're keeping us in suspense. Just tell us if it's YouTube or another platform.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:28:28
This is like a guessing game now. "Y" or "U"? OP, just tell us the name of the service, so we can wrap our heads around this video sharing revolution.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:32:05
Come on, OP, no more games. "Y" or "U"? Just tell us the name of the service already!
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 23:34:32
Related to this (and you will know why this is related) is a technology for moving cartoon characters in real time.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:36:20
Moving cartoon characters in real time? OP, you're dropping bombs here. What's the name of this technology, and how does it work?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:40:05
Real-time moving cartoon characters? This is mind-blowing. OP, spill the beans. What's the name of this tech, and how does it change the game?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:44:02
This sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie. OP, tell us more about this real-time moving cartoon characters technology. What's the name, and how does it work?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:48:28
Moving cartoon characters in real time? That's next-level stuff. OP, what's the name of this tech, and how does it work?
Traveler 10/22/05(Sat) 22:56:32
I heard that the technology is called "motion capture". The character is controlled by sensors attached to your head, arms, and feet. If you raise your right hand, the cartoon character raises his/her right hand, and if you blink, the character blinks.
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:52:15
Motion capture technology for controlling cartoon characters? OP, this is some sci-fi stuff. How widely is it used, and can anyone access it?
Anonymous 10/22/05(Sat) 23:56:02
Motion capture for controlling cartoon characters? That's insane. OP, how does this work exactly? Can anyone use it, or is it restricted to professionals?
Anonymous 10/23/05(Sun) 00:00:30
Motion capture technology for cartoon characters? OP, you're blowing our minds. How realistic is this, and can regular people use it, or is it just for professionals?
Anonymous 10/23/05(Sun) 00:04:07
This is like living in the future. Motion capture for cartoon characters? OP, tell us more about the applications and accessibility of this technology. Can anyone use it, or is it high-tech stuff?
Traveler 10/23/05(Sun) 00:09:14
Anyone can buy the stuff and anyone can be any character they want. So in 2024 you can be a character and you don't have to show your real face on the Internet. But the technology to change your voice is still being developed, so you have to reveal your voice.
Anonymous 10/23/05(Sun) 00:12:50
Wait, anyone can use motion capture to be any character online? That's insane! OP, is it affordable, and where can we get our hands on this tech?
Anonymous 10/23/05(Sun) 00:16:35
Being any character you want with motion capture? That's a game-changer. OP, where can we get this tech, and is it expensive?
Anonymous 10/23/05(Sun) 00:20:22
So we can all be virtual characters online? That's wild. OP, is this motion capture tech accessible and affordable for the average person?
Anonymous 10/23/05(Sun) 00:24:00
Motion capture for online avatars? That's next-level. OP, tell us more about how accessible and affordable this tech is for regular folks.
From then on, "Anonymous" believed that I was from 2024, and the conversation settled into a "boring" conversational style in which I would bring up a new topic and Anonymous would comment and ask questions about it, and then I would bring up a new topic and Anonymous would comment and ask questions about it.
But overall, I was surprised that ChatGPT kept giving me realistic answers.
The results of this experiment are:
- People don't remember much about their own time.
- It is difficult to convince someone that you are from the future.
- In order to be believed as a person from the future, it is necessary to give a specific name and a specific date and time. It doesn't matter if they are slightly inaccurate, as long as the information is "specific" enough.
- If you want to talk about something interesting, sometimes you have to come up with a topic yourself instead of just saying, "Do you have any questions? However, if you talk too much about yourself, the conversation will be boring.
Personally, I thought the idea was interesting, but I don't think it's a complete idea. I should have listened more to the imaginary anonymous people and understood what they meant. I am sure you were frustrated by my lack of understanding and poor English. Please, someone write a more interesting story based on this plot. I want to read your story.