In a deeply interconnected digital realm where nodes of information represent different characters, you take on the role of a rogue data analyst who must navigate through a database-infested world. Your job is to resolve conflicts caused by the infamous 'actor explosion,' a glitch that threatens the very fabric of this digital universe. By using your wits and knowledge of causality, you'll manipulate timestamps, negotiate with rival nodes, and decipher convoluted data chains to restore order. Along the way, you’ll encounter various quirky characters, from rebellious code snippets to overzealous algorithms, each with their own agendas and secrets.