Another Happy Endings venture

Burning Man is a place of radical self-expression, mind-expanding experiences, and, let’s be honest—a lot of chemical experimentation. While the playa is no stranger to Schedule I substances and the occasional dust-fueled ego death, Camp Truth Serum is here to offer something a little different: a low-risk, high-hilarity deep dive into absolute honesty, enhanced by the gentle push of a Schedule III barbiturate.

That’s right—we’re talking sodium pentothal (thiopental), a substance historically used as a "truth serum" in government interrogations and old-school spy flicks. It’s fast-acting, relatively mild in effect, and legally classified in the same category as ketamine (which, let’s be real, is already floating around the playa in abundance).

The Unofficial, Off-the-Record Experience

Of course, there’s a tiny catch: sodium pentothal is a Schedule III controlled substance. That means you won’t see Camp Truth Serum listed on the official Burning Man map, and we’re certainly not applying for a placement grant. This camp does not exist on paper—it’s purely word of mouth, underground, and entirely deniable.

The truth is, everyone out there is already pushing boundaries, and in terms of “burner risk,” this is relatively tame. No one's worrying about a little barbiturate-assisted honesty when the playa is teeming with Schedule I substances. But to keep it low-profile, Camp Truth Serum operates in the classic burner tradition:

🔥 No advertisements
🔥 No official placement
🔥 No paper trail—just whispers in the dust

How It Works (Hypothetically, Of Course 😉)

Participants who find us will have the chance to engage in some of the most absurdly honest experiences of their lives, including:

• The Court of Brutal Honesty – Defend yourself against ridiculous accusations while under the influence of a barbiturate jury.

• Confessional Karaoke – Sing your heart out, but in between verses, answer deeply personal questions you can’t lie about.

• Naked Business Pitches – Sell your best idea while stripped to your literal rawest form.

• Relationship Exit Interviews – Sit down with an ex and really figure out what went wrong.

• Potential collaboration - Camp Waterboard

The Logistics & Costs

Since sodium pentothal cannot be legally purchased without a medical license, let’s just say acquiring it would require some creativity. If it were to happen (which of course it won’t, right? 😉), costs would include:

• Doses for 500 Participants – $1,250 (legal) / $5,000+ (black market, if possible)

• Camp Setup (Tents, Props, Power, etc.) – $10,000+

• Lawyer on Retainer – $10,000+ (just in case)

• Bail Fund – $25,000 (better safe than sorry)

Total estimated cost: $20,000 - $50,000, depending on how ambitious we get.

The Risks & Why It’s Still a Low Burner Risk

🔥 Schedule III ≠ Schedule I – While possession/distribution is illegal, it’s nowhere near as high-risk as MDMA, LSD, or the mountain of psychedelics openly consumed on the playa.
🔥 No On-the-Books Ties – The camp doesn’t officially exist, meaning no direct target for law enforcement.
🔥 Medical Justification (If We Get Fancy) – If we somehow got a licensed anesthesiologist involved (crazier things have happened), we might even have a legal loophole.

Finding Us (Or Not)

Camp Truth Serum will not be listed on any maps. It will not have an official location. But if you listen closely, and follow the sound of uncontrollable laughter and people having their most awkwardly honest moments ever, you just might stumble upon it.

And if you do? You’ll leave knowing the absolute truth—whether you wanted to or not.

🔥 See you in the dust. If you can find us. 🔥

Regards,

Happy Endings (-59); Founder of Happy Endings Waxing Est 2016