How do I keep from being transformed in the Colossus?

Hint 1 of 5:

When all else fails, try, try again.

Hint 2 of 5:

And try and try and try ...

Hint 3 of 5:

There's nothing you can do but talk until new choices appear.

Hint 4 of 5:

Eventually, you will be able to mention godhood to Ubermann.