Part 15: Intel - Interval 01

Arsenal Items
All items in this category are automatically added upon picking up the respective weapon.

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Pistol

The Seegert ACM46 9mm is a recoil operated, locked breech semi-automatic pistol with an impact resistant polymer frame and stainless steel slide. It comes standard with tritium sights and an 18-round magazine. It is reasonably accurate and has commendable stopping power but limited effective range.

My notes: The Heckler & Koch USP with rails bolted on for no reason whatsoever. High semi-automatic rate of fire and negligible recoil go some way towards offsetting the low power behind each shot, but since you can no longer use two at the same time, it's probably not going to stay in your inventory for very long.

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Frag Grenade

The N6A3 Fragmentation Grenade is a steel bodied sphere designed to burst into numerous fragments when detonated. Composition "B" plastic explosives packed inside the grenade provide its explosive power. The weapon has an effective kill radius of 5 meters and is useful against entrenched or defiladed hostiles.

My notes: Most common of the grenade types. That's really all there is to it.

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Submachine Gun

The Andra FD-99 is a lightweight, selective fire submachine gun (SMG) that fires from a closed bolt. The short barrel and folding stock make it ideal for close-quarters combat. It is a reliable, easily controlled weapon that fires a low recoil pistol caliber cartridge. Comes equipped with a reflex sight and high capacity magazine. Use the arsenal selection interface to toggle between 3-round burst and fully automatic fire.

My notes: Remember back when nobody knew how the P90 actually worked? Yeah, I miss those days too. Luckily, Monolith never forgot those days, so we have our hinged-receiver P90 clone with claimed features that are nowhere to be seen as the first and most common automatic weapon in the game. Pretty much the equivalent of the SMG from the first game - which means it's good for the first few levels, but once you find anything bigger you're probably never going to use this thing again.

The rest are found at specific points in the levels; I'll note where they are.
There is an additional "Tutorial" section, but it just tells you how to perform certain actions. And none of the listed actions require more than one button press, so I'm sure you'll forgive me for not bothering.


Genevieve Aristide

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I.M. transcript #1
Mme_ATC says: Hello?
Mme_ATC says: Are you there? You'd damn well better be.
SnakeFist says: Dammit, I said stop bugging me. I'm working as fast as I can. I've been here all frickin' weekend without A/C and eating out of the damn vending machine. Can't exactly order a pizza from here.
Mme_ATC says: Wade's lost his mind. The Harbinger candidates will be here shortly.
SnakeFist says: WTF!? You said this was theoretical!
Mme_ATC says: It was.
SnakeFist says: Are you insane!? Oh wait, of course you are!
Mme_ATC says: Don't argue with me Terry.
SnakeFist says: Who's Terry? I don't know anybody named Terry. And what kind of idiot would think about using someone's real name in an unsecured chat?
Mme_ATC says: Calm down.
SnakeFist says: I don't know you. Stop spamming me. k thx bye!
[SnakeFist appears to be Offline.]
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Shortly after starting combat following the elevator ride, along the path Stokes takes to get to a locked door.

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Security concerns
To the Building Management Team:

I am simply appalled at the lack of proper security protocol that occurs in this building. Armacham Technology Corporation has provided you with state-of-the art surveillance equipment and security measures, yet as I entered the building yesterday some pathetic mongrel pizza delivery boy was buzzed in right past the front desk with nary a glance. I want the individual on duty yesterday at 10:30PM dismissed ASAP - with prejudice - and the rest of the staff should be re-educated about security policy immediately. I'll be forwarding my full thoughts on your retraining requirements shortly.

Respectfully,
Ms. G. Aristide
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Sitting in a cabinet right behind Stokes as she's talking about the elevator lockdown.

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Termination notice
Genevieve,

The Board of Directors has reviewed your report on this morning's massacre at the Perseus Compound and the crisis unfolding at our Fairport HQ. Frankly, it's exactly the sort of transparent finger-pointing we've come to expect from you ever since you went behind our backs and reopened the Vault.

The cost of your monumental stupidity and arrogance can't be calculated at this juncture. It's the Board's view that the entirety of our Fairport operations is a total loss and that you're solely responsible. Your excuses and scapegoating do nothing to change the fact that you personally instigated this disastrous course of action.

Expect your official notice of your termination shortly.

Carson Salyers
Chairman of the Board
Armacham Technology Corporation
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Shortly after that scene in the pool, in the room where one of the ATC Black Ops tells his buddy about fucked-up programs.

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To-Do list
To Do:

- Call Senator about accelerating Harbinger schedule.
- Get lab results from Terry.
- Page Dr. York for operations.
- Go to bank - remove necessities from safety deposit box.
- Pack overnight bag. Don't forget contact lens case!
- Place EMS helicopter on standby. Just in case.
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Right after "Termination notice", up the stairs and near the door another ATC Black Ops kicks open to get at you.

Project Harbinger

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Good luck
From: mr_x@anonymail.net
To: Genevieve Aristide
Subject: RE: Your phone call

I was able to divert the Harbinger candidates to pick you up as you requested. But I've also been notified that your Board of Directors dispatched a black ops team to your address 30 minutes ago. Your survival depends on who gets to you first.

I wish there were more I could do, but I've stuck my neck out as far as I'm willing to. Good luck.

P.S. Assuming you survive, I expect a full report on the First Prototype.
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Past the helicopter shooting through the windows, on a table across from a balcony.

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Info: SFC Keegan
PERSONNEL RECORD: Harold Keegan
Rank: Sergeant First Class (SFC)
Submitted by: S. York, MD

PARAGON Review scores:
- Physical condition: Outstanding
- Mental Stability: Average
- Telesthetic Potential : Excellent

Notes:
Subject has excellent academic and military service record. Telesthetic potential is well above average, but his mental stability is a concern. Recommend four month evaluation schedule as opposed to the usual nine months.

Special Note:
Subject's telesthetic signature is already 83% synchronized with Alma's. Further attunement may not be required.

Harbinger Status: APPROVED
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: After closing the music box and opening the bookcase, it will be on the floor near a cabinet directly ahead.

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Info: SGT Becket
PERSONNEL RECORD: Michael Becket
Rank: Sergeant (SGT)
Submitted by: S. York, MD

PARAGON Review scores:
- Physical condition: Outstanding
- Mental Stability: Outstanding
- Telesthetic Potential : Outstanding

Notes:
Subject struggled in school but has excelled in the military. Furthermore, his Paragon scores are the best I've ever seen aside from the Origin Prototypes. With telesthetic amplification, he might even surpass Paxton Fettel.

- Harbinger Status: APPROVED
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Same location as "Info: SFC Keegan".

Project Origin

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Bad news
From: Norton Mapes [mailto: nmapes@armacham-corp.com]
To: Genevieve Aristide

G.
Am at the Vault now. Bad news. I think Harlan is planning to release Alma. Am carrying out Plan B as you requested. Get ready for a big boom.

- N.
[Sent from my Palmato 2.51 - upgrade yours today!]
Interval 01 - Premonition - Sanctuary: Sitting on a table through a door to the left of "I.M. transcript 1".