>>>>>[Fenris, I am sorry to hear of your ambush and near-death and
the hands of Lucky. Is this the Dog shamanic adept I have heard of
so much? Strange that so loyal a totem as Dog would turn on a
compatriot. I am asking the spirits to take me to your dwelling
place, in order that I may aid you in unraveling this mystery.

The reports in Dallas/Ft Worth and the rest of Texas have been
attributed to a new drug being smuggled from Azatlan. The paranoid
fools believe that Azatlan is attempting to undermine the Confed
(more notably, Texan) will to fight. While it is true that this
entire Widowmaker operation may be funded and operated by Azatlan
sources, the evil is too powerful and ancient to be sponsored by
any modern agency, corporate or government. 

I will be there soon.]<<<<<
        -- Tearchild <17:02:37/6-28-54>
 
***** Encrypt: ##BABYCAKES##  
>>>>>[Chummers-  Sorry I was gone for a short "spell", but I had some
important business to attend to and ya know business is bussiness.
Anyways don't worry I won't leave ya'll in the lurch.

About those pics, one looks vaugely familiar.  I can't say where,
but I have one of them before.  I'll rack my brains to see if I can
come up with the reason, ect. why I recognize him.  Also, I've got
a few buds to talk to. We'll see what kinda drek I can dig up!!!

As far as fears-  Well chummers,  I really don't wish to discuss
them here. Maybe in person, but not where an industrious decker
could get at it. If your opponent know your fears, your VERY
vunerable.  I hate being vunerable! I guess you could call THAT a
fear.  Anyhow catch ya'll soon!]<<<<< 
        --  Swift < 17:45:01 / 6-28-54 >

***** ENCRYPT: ##BABYCAKES## 
>>>>>[Get dis, de fixer hired starburst along wit 15 other mercs.  He
had a payroll 'bout =Y= 2.5 mil!  They were supposed to check out
some "re-education camp"  Of course, none of dem returned.  De fixer
was died in a car "accident" de next day.  The next week, the set of
"Real World" was destroyed, killing de crew.  "Real World" is a trid
tabloid show.  Surprise, Surprise, de fixer was workin' for da show!
My guess is dat Starburst has first-hand knowledge of dis brainfry
camp 

I`ll keep lookin']<<<<<
        --  Gawk  <17:02:14 / 6-28-54>

>>>>>[You've only been offered Y10K for that odd focus you acquired?
Odd. Current market estimates (provided of course by my friends in
the F-B-I) show that that is vastly underpaying you for an item of
that alleged magnitude. Why, low-power foci generally cost at least
45,000. I submit that those who made such a low-bid offer are either
rank amateurs or high-end pros who assume you do not know the value
of the item.]<<<<< 
        -- Cooper<17:23:51/6-28-54>
 
>>>>>[Ohhhhhh. . .my head hurts. Time for more Motrin. . .  I just
went on an exiting ride through Brit Tech's personnel files, among
other things. As I told you last time, Kim used to be a decker with
Fuchi before disappearing, going freelance, and lately reported to be
at Fuchi after what I believe was a feigned attempt at death. Well,
here's what I found out:

Kim does not work for Fuchi. No one fitting his description,
genotype, or phenotype is there. I realize those records could have
been altered, but that would have messed with security systems that
test by analyzing such specifics. 

Kim does not work for Brit Tech, either! Same routine-no matching
descript, genotype, or phenotype. No Alphawave pattern either,
though I did find a file that lists it along with a dozen others.

I went to the hospital Kim supposedly "died" at. The body was
allegedly signed over to an exlusive funeral service. I checked
their records and according to them, the body was cremated. So much
for that. After carefully scrutinizing the records, I don't believe
that this agency screwed up or messed with the records. A body was
burned. And before you jump to the conclusion that someone else was
turned over, I checked again: All stiffs accounted for.

I'm curious as to why these alphawave patterns are on stored with
Brit Tech, though; I'll have to see what that project's for.]<<<<<
        --Jaez <17:34:28/6-26-54>

>>>>>[Thanks, Nightstalker> Maybe someday you'll be as good at
socializing as I am. . .though I won't hold breath if you're
waiting for Raven to make the first move!]<<<<<
        -- Jaez <17:35:31/6-28-54>
 
>>>>>[It sounds like there are a few runners looking for some
action.  I just got back from a jaunt to Denver, so I need a new
team.  I have a meet set for tomorrow that should pay MUCH =Y=!! 
If you are interested, let me know. 

Sounds like the vets are pretty busy around here.

Dragons and Spiders and Chrome -- Oh MY]<<<<<
        --  Napalm Ned <16:97:54 / 6-28-54>o

***** ENCRYPT: ##BABYCAKES##  
>>>>>[Flittermouse- Did I hear correctly when you said you did not
care what we brought as long as it was REAL?  I have my connections,
and I can get you a substantial amount of the good stuff for the
right price. I'll bring a sampler for ya to try.  It is not just your
street slop.  It's good!!!  When was the last time you had a steak
and apple pie?  Not for a LONG time if ever right? Well,  It
coming!!!  My treat!!!

Gawk- Your welcome to have some too as is everyone involved.  I JUST
recently came into a little NEWyen and decide I'd spread the wealth.
Anyways,  my chummers are always welcome.  By the way, what are the
specs on that new gun of yours.  You got APDS for it?  Personally, I
think my monofilament sword, predator and spell arsenal should carry
me.  If not, I hope you will!!! Check ya'll later!]<<<<<
        --  Swift <17:50:01 / 6-28-54>
 
>>>>>[Napalm Ned-  I'm new in town.  Just over from across the pond,
and my credstick is always lookin' for some extra nuyen.  I'm
willin' to do just 'bout anything so just gimme a hollar when ya
find out the specs.  Hope to work which ya soon!!  By the way if ya
want to know what I can do,  meet me at Dante's and I'll give ya a
show you won't soon forget!!  You wouldn't be the first to want to
check me out before hirin' me on.]<<<<< 
        -- Vincent <18:15:01 / 6-28-54>

>>>>>[Swift, My gun is imported from a manufacturer in London.  It's
a Mk-54 bouncer.  It is a custom made assault shotgun.  It comes
complete with smartgun link, personalized stok, state-of-the-art
recoil, and under barrel grenade launcher.  It can be fed with a belt
or a 50 round drum.  Best of all it can go burst or FULL AUTO.  Just
think what 15 shotgun shells will do to a bad-guy. I just can't
wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!]<<<<< 
        --  Gawk <18:13:57 / 6-28-54>

>>>>>[Gawk, don't aim that gun at...]<<<<<
        --  Cindy <18:13:59 / 6-28-54>

>>>>>[Oops]<<<<<
        -- Gawk <18:14:00 / 6-28-54>

>>>>>>[I was just wonder, seeing how I am new in this town, where
does one go to get a little privacy in order to do a little
business.  I have seen some bar that have private back rooms however
this usually does not meet my needs.  What I am looking for is a
place where I can set up some type of control room environment, some
place I can rent (no questions asked).  Any suggestions would be
helpful.  Oh BTW in the very near future I am looking for a team that
needs a decker or a mage or both. Thanks again]<<<<<
        -- Flashfire <18:35:34/6-28-54>

***** Encrypt : ##BABYCAKES##  
>>>>>[ Ok, firstly, why the drek are we encoding under that key...
Onto biz, I got some big info for ya's, the smart frame I left
running in Ripper's account had highlighted outgoing money consistant
with that which would be required to hire a low talent team such as
the one accompaning them when they hit Doomsday.

Furthermore, I managed to trace where the funds were transfered
from, as it turned out from a public box. On a hunch I sent a spy
drone to circle the area scanning for the subject and BINGO. I've
located where they are squatting, about three blocks from the box.
If one of you can give me a definite on whether or not these guys
are the opposite team we can arrange a hit within the hour. ]<<<<<
        --  NodeFaerie < 20:06:54/06-28-54 >
 
>>>>>[ First of all I meant that in the park Lucky drew a pair of
knives on me, curious your message seems to indicate that she
usually only carries one...

Secondly, I said Lucky is CHANGING, to be more specific a VERY
powerfull spider spirit is trying to possess her, and she seems
almost helpless to fight it...

Thirdly, Raven, I said that it is POSSIBLE that you too were a
victim of the widowmakers ritual magic while you were recovering
from what happened at the Abyss, I suggest you get it check out by
someone who hasn't even heard of the widowmaker yet, remember to
tell them that the connection, IF there is one is initially masked
somehow... 

Lastly Tearchild ,HELP.. I've managed to stop the spirit from
changing Lucky, and thus far she is still saveable, but I do not
have the power to throw the spirit completely out, I don't know how
much longer I can boost Lucky's defences from this thing, I'm
staying on the fringe of central seattle, the place should be easy
to find, it's the warded one under siege from 20-30 spider spirits,
luckily several others of my order are here to keep the defences
solid... 

I must leave now, the strain is too great ....]<<<<<
        --  Fenris < 21:06:30/06-28-54 >

>>>>>[Milhaus, Kendra, FraterNay PLEASE PLEASE -- lets have some
professional- ism. No  little disagreements until we finish this
job. Period. Everything said has been rather interesting -- I believe
it is time that we (Myself, Milhaus, Ragman, Bunker, and Prophet)
head Frisco way. I have picked up tickets on the next HST jet going
to Cal Free -- we should all be on it. I'll meet you at ***<ENCRYPT
TRIPMEET>*** and we'll discuss plans. Remember we'll be slidin' the
edge on this one . . .  unfamiliar territory, hostile bogie s, and
very ace pro networks.  Ms. Johnson probably has very nasty friends.
Some will be staking out her place. Expect Magic and Muscle defense
on this play. See you all at the Aeroport. Game in motion - all
targets in play]<<<<< 
        -- KHANx (23:07:35/6.28.54)
 
>>>>>[Sorry chummers for not checking in -- I'll explain whI was too
busy. Flittermouse, that lead you had on the Portuguese speaking kid
eating like a troll was right on. I remembered that the dragon was
"caught" in Amazonia which encompasses old Brazil (a Portuguese
speaking country) so I got right on it. Spent the last 2 days
tracking the kid. Asking contacts, paying streetplayers for info,
snooping like a hound. I actually had him in sight a few times . . .
them POOF he'd disappear. Fragg the luck. I finally had to break off
the hunt to report in. A few times other "interested persons" were
shadowing the kid - and I didn't want to give myself away. So here I
am. Doomsday, you've been doing some ace work. I have no contacts in
the merc zone so I know nothing about Starburst & crew. If you think
they're the TagMen we should start tailing them -- find out who their
contacts are, and if our Op has been made. We'll have to neutralize
them if their hostiles. SpotOn, I haven't gotten a chance to look at
the files you dumped in my account so I'll get back to you chummers
on that. Also I've been hearing some buzz about a Euro terrorist
group working in the Sprawl on a "very special project" -- think its
related? Do these mercs have political axes to grind?   Get back to
me chummers with any suggestions. By the way, I did use a code named
Stryker on this message -- I refuse to use BABYCAKES -- so don't
worry about the data getting out.]<<<<< 
        -- NightShade (23:51:16/6.28.54)

***** Encrypt : ##BABYCAKES##  
>>>>>[ I've been tailing Razoredge and Ripper for the last eight
hours, NodeFaerie they spotted your spy drone but the drekheads
couldn't shake me when they relocated.  By the way I can confirm three
others located with the two mercs, one matches this Starburst fella,
I'm dumping pictures of all five now <include MERCPICS2>. By the way
I am at <SPOTONLOC> and if someone will give me the green light it'll
take 5 minutes to ice these suckers. Geez I love sniper rifles! By
the way Flittermouse funny you should mention guys being afraid of
women with monofilament whips, I get a bit of that sometimes...
8)]<<<<< 
        --  SpotOn < 00:20:56/06-29-54 >
 
>>>>>[ Damn, KHANx, really scrapin the bottom of the barrel on the
old meetin' places, aren't we? I haven't seen a dive like this since
once watching some old flatscreens. Poor Millhaus is sittin' in a
stew with his nose pinched. Now, I admit that I'm no high-class
flaunteroy, and I sure as hell ain't no street scum, but I don't
recall ever being in a place worse than this. Good call, though. We
could see any outsiders from a mile away. Good price on the beers,
too. ]<<<<< 
        --  Prophet <12:34:44/06-29-54>

>>>>>[KHANx, et.al., I agree with Prophet. I've been in some sleazy
dives before, waded the sewers of Seattle on runs, etc., but I've
never set up a meeting and planned to _eat_ in someplace like this. I
don't know how Prophet does it. I can't catch my breath long enough
to speak, let alone order a beer and flirt with the staff. The
sooner we get out of this place, the better. *whine*

And, as an aside, KHANx: please don't worry about the catfighting
between me, Kendra, and FraterNay. You have to understand, we've
known each other for a long time. Love/hate. Hate/love. Are you
familiar with the theory of dis-place-ment? I'll have to explain it
to you sometime. Fascinating. Anyhow, we've still got
professionalism when it counts. 

I'm hoping one of you other chaps (KHANx, Prophet, Bunker) or my
lovely colleague Nitro will take the lead here. You know my
abilities for plotting stake-outs is about the same as my ability
to fire an AK74 (or is that AK47?). Nitro and I will probably be
busy enough after we find this warehouse, trying to assense all the
goodies. 

Until then, I repeat, "Get me out of this stinking, sleazy
hellpit."]<<<<< 
        -- Millhaus <08:44:03/29-JUN-54>

>>>>>[****ENCRYPT:FRISCOCREW 

I managed to get into the Amberlite Security grid without trace.
Looks like it's going to be a busy time for you guys.  I have
monitored the activity over the security cameras.  There are three
fewer guards, at least inside, after the 00:00:00hour shift change. I
would keep in mind that considering the nature of the facility, they
could have the security cams labled incorrectly in case someone like
me does get in, but I doubt it.  It looks like your easiest entrance
is the West door, there is only one guard there during those hours.
I think the camera monitors are in the first room to the left of the
North entrance.  Again, there is only one guard monitoring them. I
have set up a little batch exec. to take down security cameras on
your mark, KHANx.  Let me know what time to do this (Millhaus has my
wristphone #) once you have scoped the outside.  If you do enter the
West door, what looks like the main office is straight down the
hallway, last door on left.  When you enter the west door you will be
in a small room with only one exit straight ahead. That opens to the
hall- way I just mentioned.  There are four to six guards (usually
two Orks) in the hallway itself, HEAVILY ARMED. One seems to always
be carrying an assualt cannon. The cannon stays with each shift
change.  There are two other doors to the left before the office, but
no security cams in those rooms so you're on your own there.  I have
not seen a guard in the office.  Just various Corp.  type personell.
No one is in the office at night.  There is only one large warehouse
storage room.  It is entered from the two common doors to the right
in the hallway.  Even though there are four security cams in the
warehouse room itself, there is so much activity I can only give you
a guess as to the number of guards. Probably six to eleven. Also well
armed but not so much as the ones in the hall.  There is one door on
the back wall of the main warehouse room. Couldn't tell you what's
there.  They are certainly paranoid or something though. They
search each one of the lackeys working there on their way in and
out. There is also a backup alarm set to sound when the security
cameras go down. It is set up on a seperate system from the
cameras, just linked to them for activation.  I think (hope) I have
found a way to make it beleive the cameras are still up. 

There are no security cams I can find, on the upstaris apartments.
Also no sign of stairs or other means to get there fom indside
downstairs. Could be in one of the other rooms were there are no
cams but given the paranoia of these guys I doubt it.  There must
be a seperate entrance outside. You might want to go quitely into
there first.  If anyone has a maglock pass I would take it.

Cams will be down on your signal.  Bring me back some momento, like
the limbs and brains of you guys all intact.  

ENDENCRYPT****]<<<<<
        --  Kendra <10:35:25/06-29-54>

***** Encrypt: ##BABYCAKES##
>>>>>[Greetings my Chummeros!  I, like you Nightshade, have been
hard on the heels of our Crazymage friend.  And the story I have to
tell sounds much like your own.  Since we're both out here,
Nightshade, perhaps we should coordinate the hunt?

I would like to ask NodeFaerie to pop into the system at the
Paranatural Wildlife Fund & Rescue offices and dig for info on
details of the dragon's capture (as it might confirm that the
wizboy is really our worm), but I'm NOT the one giving orders (so
that's your call, Nightshade).  I had Eyestalk in there, but he's
pos-def no cowboy and he tends to take the big Dump whenever things
get the least bity frosty. 

With regards to the Merc search, I've dealt with Starburst.  He
likes me not (just because I threatened to chop off his pee-pee). 
That guy has no sense of humor.  If y'all run into him, give him a
bit kiss for the Flittermouse.

Swifty, don't tease me...apple pie?  Next thing you'll be tellin' me
it'll come with real ice cream on top!  Gawko my sweet, I've never
had 'spiced gak,' but I'll give it a go (at least in small portions).

SpotOn ol' rigged one, I promise to keep my whip out of sight
whenever we two first shall meet, yes?  Well, well, I'm buzzin' for
now my beauties!]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <09:43:13/06-29-54>

>>>>>[Well Doomsday, that meet might have been a lead for you, but
since I was involved in your little brawl, I missed the meeting. . .
I'll live, but I think you owe me some money.]<<<<<
        -- Blitzkrieg <11:22:55/06-29-54>

>>>>>[What's yer resume' look like chummer(s)?]<<<<<
      --Whiskers <13:24:37/06-29-54>

***** ENCRYPT: ##BABTCAKES## 
>>>>>[I just found out a new streetkid just started hangin' around at
a soup kitchen run by Father Bernulli.  Padre said da kid speaks some
language dat he doesn't understand.  It must be our kid.

I did some scoutin' at that warehouse in da Barrens.  I saw 3 elfs
fixin' a hole in da wall.  While they were workin' a guy in a Hot
Saab Dynamit pulled up.  He was an elf too, and dressed real
expensive.  I zoomed in on da car's plates get dis --XTC4U-- what a
cute guy.  One of you dreckers should do a check on dat.  I didn't
think much of dis place, but when de suit was talkin' good ol'
Starburst showed up.  They seemed to be arguin' wit each other, but
even wit cyber all I could hear was sometin' about Alpha bein'
lost.  Think dat's our dragon? 

I don't have much else, cauz I've been busy movin'.  My landlord
kicked me out for damagin' his property. Jeez, it was only a small
hole in de floor.]<<<<< 
        -- Gawk <12:29:26 / 6-29-54>

>>>>>[My resume- never held a legit job, never failed a unlegit job,
loud guns quiet guns, extractions, assasinations, demolitions, blah,
blah, blah. 

Need More??]<<<<<
        -- Gawk  <12:35:47 / 6-28-54>
 
>>>>>[I just got back from my meet, and BANG - do I got a good job.
hundred c's up front, and 3 hundred upon delivery.  If anyone is
interested, it's just a simple seek and destroy mission.  I need
some deckers to work with me.  I also need a ground crew.  Vincent,
If you can run as good as you can dance, I can't wait to run with
you. 

If you want the job, just send me your name, and expertise]<<<<<
        -- Napalm Ned <36:39:41 / 6-28-54>
 
>>>>>[Flash, a great place to hide is Sally K's in the Redmond
Barrens.  She rents out ultra-secure rooms by the day, week, or
month.  It's a great place to get lost in the shadows at.  If you
can afford it! 

I could use a decker and a mage, but see my other post for more
info]<<<<< 
        -- Napalm Ned <!@:$$:!% / 6-28-54>

***** ENCRYPT: ##BABYCAKES## 
<<<<<[First off, null sweat on the money, Blitzkrieg.  I totally
unnerstand.  Secondly, The two merc groups are most likely connected.
My two tir sources, said that it is highly probably that a lord, did
aquire the professionaly talent.  But also said that we have no choice
but to ignore that point if we are to live.

Thirdly, before we take out the one group of mercs, that we already
have a sniper waiting on, we should get the team together, to make
sure that none escape to warn the others.  I couldn't find anything
that seemed to connect this to a European terrorist group save this:
RazorEdge is wanted for his connection to a bombing in somewhere in
what used to be Germany.  What are all your thoughts on this?]<<<<<
        -- Doomsday <11:52:47/06-29-54>

<<<<<[I would like a shot at your job, I could kinda of need the
money.  I am a hermetic mage, that likes combat.  I have been
running the shadows for 4 years.  I have also recently had the
pleasure of some travel which includes visits to Africia, and
Britton.  If you need a mage, I could use the work.]<<<<<
        -- Blitzkrieg <12:00:00/06-29-54>

>>>>>[Hoi, chummer, you need a wiz decker, I'm your ork.  I've been
through a few stacks you might recognize, including Oxaco, South
Central Bell, and United PetroChem.  Just give my icon the data; it's
a smart frame that'll bring me the offer.]<<<<<
        -- Phaze Loop <13:00:07/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ And just what are you insinuating, Jaez? ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <11:15:49/06-29-54>

***** Encrypt: Jaez MPCP only
>>>>>[ I'm just fine a socializing, thank you very much.  I've had
plenty of girlfriends.  There was Suzi and Teresa and Val and Black
Velvet, oohhh... But more importantly, I'm truly shocked that you
want me to put the moves on your friend.  I thought you weren't
that kind of girl. ]<<<<< 
        -- Nightstalker <11:18:35/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ Fenris, taking things in the order of importance:

I'm on my way to help Lucky.  No spider spirit is going to make a
friend of mine into its host body.  Let's see how it feels when we
get a hand on it. 

Nightstalker and myself are clear of any enchantments which I didn't
place on myself, so don't worry about me.  Highlander if of course an
astral becon. We've been fortunate enough to be able to hide him, but
I don't know how much longer Widowmaker will allow us to get away
with this. 
 
And yes, Lucky does use just one knife.  A long survival knife
weapon focus she had made, I believe. ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <11:26:33/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ Who's we Raven? ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <11:27:05/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ Just a few friends; Princess, Regent, and Omen. ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <11:27:59/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ Why haven't I meet these friends of yours? ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <11:28:50/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ Because I haven't introduced you to them, now be
quite.]<<<<< 
        -- Raven the Mage <11:29:34/06-29-54>
 
>>>>>[Hoi, chummer, you need a wiz decker, I'm your ork.  I've been
through a few stacks you might recognize, including Oxaco, South
Central Bell, and United PetroChem.  Just give this icon the data;
it's a smart frame that will bring me the offer.]<<<<<
        -- Phaze Loop <13:55:14/06-29-54>

***** Encrypt: ##BABYCAKES##
>>>>>[Greetings my Chummeros!  I, like you Nightshade, have been
hard on the heels of our Crazymage friend.  And the story I have to
tell sounds much like your own.  Since we're both out here,
Nightshade, perhaps we should coordinate the hunt?

I would like to ask NodeFaerie to pop into the system at the
Paranatural Wildlife Fund & Rescue offices and dig for info on
details of the dragon's capture (as it might confirm that the
wizboy is really our worm), but I'm NOT the one giving orders (so
that's your call, Nightshade).  I had Eyestalk in there, but he's
pos-def no cowboy and he tends to take the big Dump whenever things
get the least bity frosty. 

With regards to the Merc search, I've dealt with Starburst.  He
likes me not (just because I threatened to chop off his pee-pee). 
That guy has no sense of humor.  If y'all run into him, give him a
bit kiss for the Flittermouse.

Swifty, don't tease me...apple pie?  Next thing you'll be tellin' me
it'll come with real ice cream on top!  Gawko my sweet, I've never
had 'spiced gak,' but I'll give it a go (at least in small portions).

SpotOn ol' rigged one, I promise to keep my whip out of sight
whenever we two first shall meet, yes?  Well, well, I'm buzzin' for
now my beauties!]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <09:43:13/06-29-54>

***** Encrypt: ##BABYCAKES##
>>>>>[Doomsday, just got your post about hitting the mercs, I say
let the boss (i. e. Nightshade) make the call, but then, frontal
assult politics was never my speciality.  Anyway, if goes down
before we're sure about this, it could make matters worse.  Put a
tail on them, watch 'em close, but first and foremost, FIND the
Dragon!  THEN we crush the bad-guys.]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <09:43:13/06-29-54>

>>>>>[ Due to a Lone Star raid against my hangout the other day, I
haven't been able to say anything until now.

It seems that our spider shaman has more than a few friends entering
Seattle, but being that the spider is a solitary animal, I am sure
these spiders are working at cross purposes in a lot of cases. I
followed one of the shaman into an old warehouse in the Pullyup
district, and proceeded to be ambushed by two spider spirits while
she got away.  Not nice by a long shot. 

Since the spiders other than the Widowmaker have taken an interest
in me, I am offering my services to those who plan to hunt down
these shamans.  Your call can reach me at **Encryptphone**, where
we can discuss the details. ]<<<<< 
        -- Lightfinger <6-29-54 / 14:59:18>

***** ENCRYPT: ##BABYCAKES## 
>>>>>[Flittermouse, I don't think waiting for us to find the dragon
may be the wisest solution.  Because of 2 reasons.  1) They may get
their greedy littl' paws on it before us, and 2) They may just attack
us as we are trying to convince the dragon to "come willingly."

Speaking of which, I and some of my chums, have some people that are
pathetically trying to follow us. . . I'll keep you posted on that as
well. That's all for now... Doomsday out.]<<<<<
        -- Doomsday <14:58:10/06-29-54>

>>>>>[Prophet, Milhaus, the meet place is highly recommended for
several reason s. First, only "regulars" know about it -- if your
not a known face . . . Well you saw Bear, nuff said.  Second, the beer
is homebrew and good and cheap. Third , we can see people a mile away
and there are exits a plenty. Fourth, its close to the airport. Also,
the 'tender, Slime, saved my ass many a time when I was hiding out
from the Big Boys -- he's dependable. Besides Milhaus, that brawny
sailor with the eyepatch was flirting with you - he's not your type,
but it must have been a real ego boost. By the way, what did you do
to him when he followed you into the bathroom - he came out looking
real seasick! Anyways, time to board the HST shuttle to the Fris - so
le's go!]<<<<< 
        -- KHANx (16:45:23/6.29.54)

>>>>>[I say we don't pull the trigger on the mercs quite yet. These
guys seem to be connected with Prince S'olariel. We need to know if
the prince is acting on his own or doing official Tir biz. Either
way, hitting these guys would bring down alot of unwelcome attention
from the prince and Tir. We'll keep an eye on these guys -- they may
lead us to the dragon. We can also sell any info we get about this to
a Fixer I know. we'll scrag these mercs at the last tick, finish the
job, and walk away w/o a trace.  Doomsday, keep on these guys -- they
should reveal some rather juicy info we can sell, also they probably
took alot of their payen in corp bearer script -- which we can
collect from their hiding places after scraggin' them as a bonus. Get
pix of them with a Tir no(ta)ble and we'll have insurance against Tir
"cleanup squads".  Flitter', you and I should consilidate to search
for the drag. You seem to have contacts all over -- should help us
find the kid.  SpotOn, check out this Tir angle, we need all the
backup insurance we can get --- I don't want to find out that there
are players on this run we don't know about. Also check the terrorist
angle. Lets keep at it. The pressure is on -- so lets
cook.****<ENCODERSTRYKER OFF>*** ]<<<<< 
        -- NightShade (17:02:47/6.29.54)

>>>>>[I didn't do _anything_ to that pirate-looking guy back at the
pub. He'd just never seen anyone dressed in satin who packed more
below the buckle than he did. That's all.

Anyway, this plane is marvelous. I don't even have to get up to get
my own drinks, and they're free. *aside* No, that's alright.  Just
pour one more, and make sure to put olives AND onions in this one.
I'm in the mood for lunch.** We should arrive in Mecca shortly.
KHANx, where are we going first? The wharf, upper Market, -the
Castro-? I assume you have made arrangements for our lodging,
haven't you. 

Just who's bunking with whom, by the way?

I'm looking forward to getting into this warehouse. For me and
Nitro, after the bullets stop flying, it should be like two kids in
a candy store. 

*****encrypt NitroOnly***** I'm still a bit worried about FraterNay.
It's just not like her to threaten me, even in jest. I don't detect
anything unusual in her aura, and I've known her for decades. But I
can't be sure. What do you think? *****endEncrypt*****]<<<<<
        -- Millhaus <21:16:07/29-JUN-54>

>>>>>[Hey everyone, since I was delivering catchup information on
Leon Meyers, I figured I'd do a little more research into another
subject, our favorite dragon, Tirandor.  When last we heard from
the wyrm, he was holed up in Yoshida's tower and DDI had just taken
delivery of the old Intrepid carrier, shot to hell by German
forces.  DDI had also been found guilty (rather quickly and
summarily, I might add) by the ZOC and given a VERY hefty fine,
which was immediately suspended pending appeal.  Things have been
real quiet since then. 

Well, here's the scoop since then.

Tirandor returned to New York and, as I understand, was not a happy
camper regarding his nearly-destroyed boat.  DDI filed suit against
the German military citing that the German navy used excessive force
in wresting control of the Intrepid from the pirates that had taken
control.  (Face it, we all KNEW that would happen.)  The case is
still pending, but it is expected that it will be settled out of
court.  To win, all Tirandor would have to prove is that other, less
destructive, options were available to regain control.  Punitive
damages could also be awarded if DDI can show that the actions were
performed specifically for the purpose of damaging DDI.

The judgement by the ZOC against DDI was dismissed as DDI was able
to produce valid and legal documents showing that they were hired
by Omega for the purpose of providing security in exchange for
cash, stocks and the availability of the space research and
launching facilities and that in performing those duties, they did
nothing illegal. 

As a side note, Omega has filed suit against Germany for what I'd
expect to be just a shitload of cash.  It seems that Omega was a
legitimate government on the island.  Originally incorporated with
79.4% of the population supporting the corporation.  The whole
'freedom' movement was apparently started by a small, radical band
of terrorists.  If this is the case, than the act of Germany
invading the island becomes a SERIOUS matter of international
politics (remember, Omega was declared a national entity with no
opposition until several weeks after the fact).  I'd expect this
suit to also be settled out of court. 

So, in the end, it appears that DDI will get off without a scratch
(once the boat gets repaired, of course) and Germany will have to
shell out HUGE bucks to DDI and Omega.

Now, I know everyone on here thinks this all sucks, and I agree that
it does.  But I will also have a certain respect for the process.  If
Omega had a legal contract with the residents of the island (and
there is little dispute of this), than all of the actions used to
oust the Omega corporation that happened were illegal.

Hate to be the bearer of unhappy news.]<<<<<
        --  Wolf 359 <21:36:40 / 06-29-54>

>>>>>[Napalm Ned: Saw your post and was rather interested,
'specially with all that money. Anyway, I'm a decker out of
Davidsford (CAS, for all you hicks). I fear my present situation
wouldn't allow me to travel much, but I can get virtually to just
about anywhere in the world. If you need any other information, you
can reach me at the iconferencing center at LTG#NA/CAS-CE-1194.
Just tell 'em who you're looking for, and I'll be there in 2
minutes or less!]<<<<< 
        --  Paladin [23:07:03|06-29-54]

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>>>>>[ Well I did manage to get into these guys system, but all the
files that were likely to contain the info on the dragon were iced
tighter than a frog's ass. I did manage however to get a look at
there financial records, a bit of tracing later and I came up with
some interesting stuff...

It seems our employers are a bit dirty themselves, there is a record
of funding for a major operation about a month and a half ago, anyway
most of the nuyen headed, guess where, straight to some local talent
in amazonia. I don't like this, everything I could get to suggested
that the initial extraction was hostile. Just the thought of a pissed
off momma dragon scoping around for her lost kid gives me the chills.

By the way, while my contacts in the Tir are small at best I thought
I better cover ever angle so I'm aranging a meet with one of them
tomorrow, is there anything else specific you guys want me to work
on. ]<<<<< 
        --  NodeFaerie < 20:15:30/06-29-54 >

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>>>>>[ Geezzz sittin' around watching these guys is boring, but I
have got some stuff for you chummers.

Firstly, a few people have come and gone from the apartment, one of
them was elven but I've got pics of all of them <INCLUDE
COURIERPICS>. By the guys can any of you identify the two unknowns
I included with the last bunch of pics, I'd like to know the
capabilities of those last two, I dont, for instance, wanna find
out one's a wizboy when he throws a manabolt at me.

Anyway about two hours ago they all but one of them moved out, they
were taking some heavy firepower with them, and about five minutes
later the remaining guy, one of the unknowns, plugged himself in to a
remote rig control. I dont know where those guys were going but they
sure are serious about it.

Oh yeah, to clarify Flittermouse, NodeFaerie is the one with the
rig, I tail on foot. My comment about getting that reaction alot
was also in respect to getting that reaction on other people when I
walk in the room. After all us girls have gotta have protection
these days. ]<<<<< 
        --  SpotOn < 11:35:28/06-29-54 >

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>>>>>[ Well chummers, sorry, but I got sick of just watching, the
rigger that those guys left behind was running two spotters and a
combat drone cover for himself and two combat drones as backup for
the mercs. Anyway I nailed the guy with one shot, once he was down
the dog-brain drones just kept circling, trying to inform the dead
rigger that someone was attacking him.  Personally I think he kinda
knew!

Anyway I did the job properly, even the best cop will just say it
was a simple gang robbery, I nicked everything that wasn't bolted
down, including the drones running cover for the squat. The only
evidence at all contrary is the film in the drones, and thats gone
now too. By the way NodeFaerie is running a drone on the hit group,
so if they don't come back here we still have a tail on them.

As to what I got in the squat, there was some nice hardware, plus a
hot car out the back, I've already dumped that stuff off with a
fixer, we wont get that much for it, cos' after tonight it's gonna
be real hot. I also picked up a fair bit of script and some
certified credsticks, as well as the riggers own credstick, that
too is at the fixers. There is also some disks and paper files,
I've dropped them off for NodeFaerie to have a look at, see whether
any of the data is relevant. 

By the way the rigger was a low-price local, and the drones weren't
his, looks like these guys have some real heavy cred backing but few
contacts in seattle, as anyone with better contacts should have had a
better rigger. Anyway can't wait to see the look on those guys faces
when their heavy backup reverts to dog-brains.  :) ]<<<<<
        --  SpotOn < 01:30:15/06-30-54 >

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>>>>>[Nightshade, if you can, let's meet @ Encrypt<Elfmeet> and then
go from there.  I sent Eyestalk out to see if he could spoon an
expert system that speaks Portugese.  He'll try to grab something hot
enough to handle the dialect.  If that falls through, he can use a
lingasoft, but that would only drag him further into this, and he's
kinda shy (by the way, worry not about Eyestalk, I'll slot the
credstick for him).  I figure that it'd be handy to be able to rap
with our wizworm especially if we want him to come along peaceful.

Nice work on the rigger-fry my dear sister SpotOn.  Sorry about the
occupational and gender confusion.  It's true what you said about
personal protection.  With all those big, bad macho misogynists out
there, a lady's gotta be able to kick some butt.  Buzz for now my
beauties!  Happy Hunting!]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <06:19:27/06-29-54>

>>>>>[I did some talking with some friends in Frisco.  Word on the
street is that Amberlite contaminates their facilities with some
tailored bacteria.  The Amberlite employees have all been
innoculated, but it's a problem for all unwelcome guests.  I have
no way to confirm or discount this rumor, but I feel that yinz guys
should be so advised. 

Personally, I suspect it's just a story.  Spookhouse operations like
Amberlite always have exaggerated myths springing up around them.
Still, It's always better to be careful.  Best of luck,
chumskis!]<<<<< 
   --  Gargoyle  <06:22:13/06-29-54>

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>>>>>[Frag, I was checkin' out dat soup kitchen, when I got jumped by
some goons I was a bit out gunned.  There was four of them and two
drones.  I skragged one of them, but as they say, when da heat is to
high, get outta da kitchen.  I assume dat dis is da mercs dat you
been watchin' SpotOn, so let's get together and compare notes over
dinner.  Sounds like you had fun over by you too.  Anyhow, I grabbed
one of da drones cauz it just fell outta da sky as it was chasin' me.
I didn't see no kid either, but must be on da right track.

Did you hear dat some corp called Increasing Technology for Tomorrow
was hit hard.  A research facility got bombed, real proffesional.
Sometin' like 10 dead and bunch injured!  I wonder if dat has
anything to do wit da terrorists in town.

Well, I learned at least one thing from da kitchen, my gun works! 
Those merc are hurtin', but I'm sure they won't just roll over and
die.  I think we should hit them HARD and FAST! before they try and
sell my a farm again.]<<<<< 
        -- Gawk <11:10:22 / 6-30-54>

>>>>>[Blitzkrieg, Phazee Loop, Paladin, Vincent, You're hired.  

I'm still lookin' for more blkacktop pounders, but three should be
enough to scour the matrix.  Our job doesn't have a lot of details to
it.  We have to find a decker named the Dancing Mexican and eliminate
him.  The decker has been hitting seemingly random sites in the
matrix.  He/she is not shy 'bout killin' either.  Dancing Mexican's
icon has yet to be seen, but he/she leaves a A/V frame of a green
sombrero w/ pink footprints dancing around it and mexican music
playin' in the background.  I am compiling a list of where the decker
has hit, and what has been done, when it is finished, I'll send it
out. 

By the way, our employers are a multi-corp task force on matrix
security.  This shows how serious they are!]<<<<<
        -- Napalm Ned <11:22:44>

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>>>>>[Flitter'- I'm on my way to hook up with you.  It is always
good to have some backup.  Especially if it is meta-backup.  I have
some sneaking suspicions about this whiz kid. It seems
like...like...like there's magic in the air.  If ya catch my drift.
 
And by the way, it WAS real apple pie. Ya snooze ya lose.  Trust ol'
Swifty next time!]<<<<<
        --  Swift <11:21:01 / 6-30-54>
 
>>>>>[Flashfire-  I hear yer looking for a mage.  Well- I'm a little
involved right now, but when I'm done here if your still interested,
I'll probably give ya hand.  This is all conditional on the run and
the pay.  If it's good and not too soon I'll be there!]<<<<<
        --  Swift <11:41:01 / 6-30-54>

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>>>>>[SpotOn, that could be a big mistake. . . Let me explain why. .
. I had the pleasure of seeing RazorEdge and Ripper in action before.
They will catch, the missing film trick, fairly quickly.  They are
pros.  Which means after getting back to the hide-out after the
failed ambush, they will relocate fast!!!  And then lie low.

On the elven corp-type that you saw.  It appears he is one of Lord
S's personals.  Ummmmmm,  I am already on the tir drek list, so I
am not worried to much about it.

On Gawk's ambush.  The reason you had warning is that a person I had
tailing them.  You would have been dead otherwise.  He blew his
cover and gave you some warning. . .  He is not happy by the way. 
Because now he has to restart trailing them again.  His name is
Shadowfox, and I wouldn't suggest pushing your luck.  He claims he
is close to being on their new trail.  That's it for now.]<<<<<
        -- Doomsday <10:49:13/06-30-54>
 
>>>>>[And other such phrases that I can't post on a PG13 rated Net.
Okay, look for the loose piece of electronics floating around; you
might recognize it as a phase loop recourser.  Ain't much use for
nothin no more cept a icon. I'll leave a pigeon with you, Ned, just
give it the data when you're ready for the pre-run briefing.

A job!  A job!  I got a job!]<<<<<<
        -- Phaze Loop <11:59:12/06-30-54>

>>>>>[ Great, Wolf 359!  This probably means that Trevor will get off
practually scott free.  Wish I had the time to check up on the
proceeding in Washington, but I'm just to damn busy.  ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <10:19:31/06-30-54>

>>>>>[ Well, I have no idea what happened last night, but Raven said
they drove off the Spirits that were meancing Fenris and Lucky.  It
must have been a fierce battle because Raven actually took a wound
while doing it.  That's not something that happens to her in astral
combat very often.  Still a quick Treat spell removed it.  Got to go
for a while, Raven is moving us to Fenris's Lodge so we can get that
spirit off of Lucky.  She also said she wanted to see what it would
do when it saw Highlander. ]<<<<< 
        -- Nightstalker <10:22:38/06-30-54>

>>>>>[It'll be a couple of days before I can give you the details on
the Brit Tech run I made. . .My head is killing me, and I've got a
presentation to make for the show tomorrow.]<<<<<
        -- Jaez <13:21:41/6-30-54>

>>>>>[This is a PG-13 network?  Since when?]<<<<<
        --  Ramirez <>

>>>>>[Well here I am back. I was told of a area where there is a
natural pool of Orichalcum. I almost laughed myself to death hear
this Dwarf tell me he was crawling around in his mine a found a pool
of it. First, the paranoid side said, "Ah a nice trick to get a Mage
to run down to see the place and get his head knocked in," So I
checked the Dwarfs aura, he was telling me the up and up, as much as
he thought I guessed. So i decided to head out to see this Grand
site..... It was a nice area, seemed to radiate a dark power around
the mountain though... So we went in, I don't know how tall you guys
and gals are but personally I don't think myself as an Elf is short
enough to be crawling around like a dwarf, but the thought of a pure
Orichalcum pool, was enough to keep me driven....  Finally we get to
the area, and there it is the pool.... I have never seen so much of
the precious material in one place... There was absoluty no guards
around either, this all was just a tad to good to be true... I have a
thing about believing the Gods actually care that much to tell me
about this sorta thing... So i took about 200 grams of the Orichalcum
back home where as we speak I am running it through every test I
know..... The whole point is, I am concerned when I go back that the
place will be a tad more gaurded than I would like, I did put a Very
Strong Barrier around the Entrances and the Pool has 2 elementals
guarding it, but I think that people will go to any ends to find this
mecca of Magik..... If any magik dweller out there wants to return
with me to claim the stake, I would be most apprecitative]>>>>>
        -- Moonscyer <1:00:10 pm/06-30-54>
 
>>>>>[Well, I for one would be interested.  And I know two other
hermtic mages that would be intereseted as well. . . If you want
any details, I would gladly send them your way. . .]<<<<<
        -- Midnight <14:00:57/06-30-54>

>>>> Napalm Sam:  If you would like someone a bit more *physical*
than your netters, drop me a line.  I haven't had a good chase in
ages.  And chases are what I do best. <<<<
        -- Stalker <1:20:07/06-30-54>