>>>>>[wuz that dirrected at me? Did I say something to imply that
I'm a mage? there is a Raven the mage... not mee...I'm sure shes a
lovely, but I'm yet to run in to her...]<<<<<
        --  Raven the Decker <02:41:18GMT/7-31-54>

>>>>>[KAHNx: Perhaps it was just that you were staring at my chest in
that rather revealing dress, puttyman.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <22:29:47/31 July 54>

>>>>>[ I didn't notice, but did you pick up the credstick I left for
the visit to the pier?  I haven't heard from anyone regarding that
venture yet.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <22:33:12/31 July 54>

>>>>>[No, I was referring to Madman, who claims to be yet another
Decker/Mage. The only guy close to that description is named Harvard;
he was a Matrix-sci student at TU before he was discovered to be
magically active. He's an intern for the show.

Geez Fraternay, I thought I was good at interrogating
people...]<<<<< 
        --  Jaez <23:01:23/7-31-54>

***** ##DOUBLE-ENCODE## 
>>>>>[Well.....I have no objection to having someone else assist on
the run.  Just solong as he can be QUIET.  Many a runners has come
along and just rained lead down the halls at the slightest thing.  I
love Rulithium Polymers and know how to use them.  As to the run: I
have an old chumliechen in old Germany who ows me some OLD favors. We
kinda worked together back in the firm.  I remember once when we
wer(TEXT.DELETED 2Mp)  If there is anybody on that contenant he knows
how to find'em.  Even though I have not been to NAN before, I think
that Freddy from Freddy's Fast Fast Food Delivery can get us a ride
on a black market run.  He was tellin me that one of his clients just
purchased a GMC Banshee.  We could prob.  hitch a ride there and ride
as shotgun.  Although I don't see why a Banshee would need someone
riding shotgun, but hey, that's what I was told. :)  As far as gettin
overseas, is our Mr.  Johnson going to provide passports that will
have permits for illegal cyberwear and weapons?  I need to know so as
to tell Freddy if I will have to use him again.  If I do have to use
Fred then the price will have to be a little higher.  Which brings me
to another topic.  I am sure that after seeing my red sheet that I do
not come cheap.  That is because I do not do cheap work.  I am sure
that you will not insult my intelligence by offering too little.  A
man of your nature (yes I have gotten a red sheet on you too) can
afford to pay for the best.  Let me know the whens wheres and hows so
we can get this show on the road.]<<<<<
        --Cowboy <03:18:55/08-01-54>

***** ENCRYPT: ##DOUBLE-ENCODE## 
>>>>>[I can't get into specifics into my past, without signing a
death warrant for myself, but I will limit myself to saying that in
my 6 years in the Wildcats, I was known as first and foremost a
person to be seen for inflitrating and break-ins that need to be
quite.  I have done "Jobs" all over NAN.  I prefer to work silently
rather than loud.  It tends to be safer.  I don't mind working with
others, as long as they are qualified for the mission at hand.  As
far as getting into NAN, if Cowboy has managed to get a ride, do you
mind if I hitch along.  If not, I can find my own way in.

Cowboy:  Phoenix has asked me to relay some info to you about the
overseas job.  First off, he is still in Boston, and should be
meeting up with Gawk, and hopefully DOA today.  He can't provide
you with passports and such goods, but is willing to cover the cost
if it is reasonable.  Also I told him, that you were going to be
involved for a little bit with this first job, and he said that was
okay.  He still wants to dig a little in good 'ol Boston.  And yes
pay will be on what you are worth.  Be assured.  Which is why I am
doing Shadowruns instead of going immediately to Boston myself. 

Back to the immediate job.  As soon as I am out of that plant, to
plug a leak, I will be available.  I don't come cheaply as far as
these jobs, since I am still slightly wanted if they gain word that
I am in NAN.  That shouldn't be a problem considering the last two
times I was there, they didn't realize until 2-3 months afterwards
that I was there.  Let me know all the info on this job, and I'll
do the job that you need to be done.]<<<<< 
        -- Shadowfox <12:06:08/8-1-54>

>>>>>[I am usually much more guarded about where I look FraterNay.
Quite frankly, I'm surprised you noticed. But then, why were you
wearing that particular dress ?

Anyways, I did take the credstick but have yet to get people to go
to the pier with me. Working on it.

FraterNay, I have two excellent Reserve Passes for The Roaring
Twenties Club.  Cats Blue and the Gamblers are going to be doing some
jamming there. Jazz, blues, swing, so want to make it a . . .
twosome?]<<<<< 
     -- KHANx (13:53:45/8.1.54)

>>>>>[Greetings fellow shadow denizens. My name is Silver Tux (an
unfortunate nickname that was stuck on me by some comrades who
though it amusing that a troll would dress well and have decent
manners). Anyway, I am new to the Seattle shadows (I am from Little
Rock,CE,CAS.) If anyone needs some serious "muscle" as well as
enlightened comversation please contact me.]<<<<< 
     -- Silver Tux (17:34:34/8.1.54)

>>>>>[Hey Pheonix, where the frag are you?  The bartender is gettin'
sick of me and der runnin' outttgad  Hey drekhead watch your fraggin'
feet....I'm a what?.. ...Frag you!!...Hey, I hope you drank alota
whoopass.....You better git a bigger knife
chummer.....Yippee..............]<<<<< 
        --  Gawk <18:08:55 / 8-1-54>

>>>>>[Oops, I kinda created a situation.  I'm switchen locations to
the Nitty Gritty, so meet me there.....Take that
fragghead.....yeehaw]<<<<< 
        --  Gawk <18:11:33 / 8-1-54>

>>>>>[OOps.  Got stuck in traffic.  I hate these darn Boston
drivers.  I'll be there soon, to that new place.]<<<<<
        -- Phoenix <19:18:50EDT/8-1-54>

>>>>>[ I know it's impossible, why the hell do you think I let you
know post haste. Don't ask me how or why, oh yeah we are at
**LOCATION**, however we must ask you to be VERY discreet about
what you see when you get here. ]<<<<<
        --  Packman <19:32:21/08-01-54>

>>>>>[Interesting scenery.  Anyway, I took a gander at Fenris' body.
It would appear that he is taking yet another Astral Quest.  That
would be the only explaination that I can think of.  If he doesn't
come back in another day or so, I would start panicking.  Otherwise,
he's probably just finishing up some business.  I hope.]<<<<<
        -- Blitzkrieg <20:51:23/8-1-54>

>>>>>[Phoenix, I should be going you tommorrow afternoon.  I'll head
to the @@ENCRYPT: MEETING@@ come pick me up.  And try not to be late,
like you were to Gawk.]<<<<<
        -- Bltizkrieg <20:52:59/8-1-54>

>>>>>[COMING SOON:

                OPTICLASH]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <10:00:00/ 8-1-54>

>>>>>[Never trust a Fixer, "don't worry,I've got a way through with
out being seen, trust me" - big frggin' mistake. Yer, no-one search
pig trucks and especial the back of 'em ....Git.

Well 'ere I am Phoenix, cleaned 'orf, 'ow's about a couple of
scoobs,er drinks while you introduce us all. Pick somewhere good,
not to swiss, mail it and meet at 20:30]<<<<<
  --WHAT(17:21:23/2-08-54)

>>>>>[ ALERT!  All available units in the area of the warehouse
district of Downtown Seattle...go to the Saader-Krupp warehouse on
the docks...firefight in progress, believed magical involvement.
Repeat...all available units in the area of the warehouse district of
Downtown Seattle. Conflict in progress at the Saader-Krupp warehouse
on the docks.  All units approach with extreme caution.  ]<<<<<
    -- Lone Star Dispatch <8-2-54/12:52:00>

>>>>>[ Blitzkrieg is correct.  Fenris is on another astral quest.  He
really should have let himself rest before he went on another one,
but he should be just fine. ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <11:46:07/08-02-54>

>>>>>[ Good!  Let's go on vacation. ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <11:46:43/08-02-54>

>>>>>[ Where are we going and how long? ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <11:47:12/08-02-54>

>>>>>[ Pack for a week and I'll let you know as soon as I hack up
some tickets, darling. ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <11:48:14/08-02-54>

>>>>>[ I told you not to call me that in public. ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <11:48:43/08-02-54>

>>>>>[Azanara! My damn insurance better cover my expenses for the
fire, or your a dead man, understand, you'll never work in this town
again.]<<<<< 
        -- D. Henry <13:00:00/8-2-93>

>>>>>[D. buddy, there is no reason to worry, any damage the fire
does will be ore than recouped in what we save on demolitions. It
will just let you develope faster.]<<<<<
        -- Nathan Azanara <13:01:00/8-2-93>

>>>>>[You can let nothing stop the OptiClash developement. It HAS to
be up by New Years or else.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <13:02:00/8-2-93>

*** Encrypt Stormblade, WHAT MPCP only 
>>>>>[ Stormblade & WHAT I noticed that you're both after some of the
real stuff.  Well I can sell you 1 keg of Theakstons XB and 1 keg of
Owd Rodger, just ermm keep it quiet as I don't want everyone to know.
That I can get hold of the stuff ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Well that was certainly an intresting job eh IBA ?  Oh I
don't suppose you've heard from PH since we got back, I've been
calling his pad but I just keep getting the answering machine.  I'm
sure he'll crop up sooner or later.]<<<<<
        -Punisher (19:55:33/8.2.54)

>>>>>[ Nope, I popped over earlier to show him the new sound system I
picked up for my van but there was no answer.  Probably out with
Cerise, you know he's been after her for ages now.  Hold on a tick
I'll get a print out of the past two weeks logs, see what he's been
up to. ]<<<<< 
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[Bugger ! I get to Boston and some bloke just tries to flog me
some ale, 
                                NACKERS !

'ere, I.B.A. hold on to it old son and I'll pick them BOTH up as
soon as poss. 

Scoped out MIT&M, (well, from a taxi) and it looks like were me
sister when to. If we keep it quiet, we ghost in, snaffle the gear,
and fade, we'll be laughin' 

Oi, does anyone out there know a good 'Man who can' in Boston ?

One more thing Phoenix, I 'ere orks an' trolls, especially trolls
own a lota land out in the Fatherland. 'ave we got any coming
along? apart from Gawk, 'cos i don't think he counts in that sense.
Ya know why ? well its 'cos Trolls & orks ain't like the one in the
trid shows, these blokes are the leaders ,and it take brains an'
brawn to keep there people alive and the've been doin' that for
years. We're gona hav' to treat real light, no mistakin', that's if
what we get points that way. 

Phew, right time to get a pint]<<<<<
  --WHAT(20:44:46/02-08-54)

>>>>>[I'm late, oh bugger.]<<<<<
  --WHAT(20:46:23/02-08-54)

***** Encrypt WHAT MPCP only 
>>>>>[ WHAT I've stashed the beer, but when reffering to it please
use encryption, if you knew where I got the beer from you'd know why.
As it happens I should be free from recriminations for a bit.  But
onto price how about 500 Y for the Owd Rodger and 300 for the XB, ok,
I know that's expensive but this stuff is hard to come by.  Oh, I've
also sent you an old shadowland file on Boston, hope it helps. ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[Lady Jaez, I would greatly appreciate it...  I need some Gold
soon, for various reasons... *smile*]<<<<<
        -- Stormblade <16:58:26/2-AUG-54>

*** Encrypt: Jaez MPCP only
>>>>>[Jaez, uploading details now.... done.

As you can see, basically her mother is listed as being an employee,
but the info I had previously said that her mother was.... shall we
say, "A maiden Of The Night"?

Could someone have most callously altered the data?  OR is it
something else? 

Contact me as soon as possible, m'lady.]<<<<<
        -- Stormblade <17:00:12/2-AUG-54>

*** Encrypt: IBA MPCP only
>>>>>[I.B.A., download me the location of those kegs.  Payment is in
steed to thy account.  And thanks, my friend decker.  I appreciate
thy generosity.]<<<< 
        -- Stormblade <17:02:34/2-AUG-54>

*** Encrypt: thorne only
>>>>>[I have to look at these files more closely... they may be
tainted.  Thus, I won't be seen for a couple days on the board. 
Don't despair, and I do love you, m'love.]<<<<<
        -- Stormblade <17:04:19/2-AUG-54>

>>>>>[D. Bad news. Mitasima blew her brain cap this afternoon. She's
dead.]<<<<< 
        -- Nathan Azanara <17:00:00/8-1-54>

>>>>>[Azanara. You're fired. You have 30 seconds to pack your things
and then my death squad is coming after you.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <17:01:00/8-1-54>

>>>>>[D. Azanara has left the building, he was naked.]<<<<<
        -- Termination Server <17:01:32/8-1-54>

>>>>>[JOIN THE TEAM! BE PART OF THE MOVERS AND SHAKERS IN ADVENTURE
AND ENTERTAINMENT:

                ZETA ENTERPRISES

WE ARE STARTING A PROJECT, RIGHT HERE IN RAINY SEATTLE. POSITIONS
CURRENTLY OPEN ARE:

---
Head of Design:

Cybernetic engineer wanted to finish and produce designs on
decker-controlled\ arena-sport robots. Non-Geniuses need not apply.

----

Chief Finacial Officer:

One qualification for this job: be right or else.

---

Salaries will be high, with bonus, big expense accounts, and other
shift like that. I only want the best, so don't bother unless
that's you.]<<<<< 
        -- D. Henry <5:15:00/8-2-93>

>>>>>[This is Sun, and I still need a job. Come on, you chummers mean
to tell me noone needs a U.C.L.A. Occult Studies trained combat mage
? Somebody told me there's a new arrival in town, Silver Tux by name.
A troll of reputed taste and education.  So hey, if your out there get
in touch. I need backup in the muscle category, and good conversation
would be nice. A partnersh ip could be arranged.]<<<<<
     -- Sun (18:00:00/7.2.54)

>>>>>[ Where the drek has Flashfire gone, sheesh we can't wait for
ever to get some work. Does anyone out there require an A1
cover/infiltration team for an upcoming run. Oh yeah, and lastly,
DOES ANYONE WANT TO BUY AN ARES DRAGON, we can't get rid of the
drekking thing. ]<<<<< 
        --  SpotOn <20:12:43/08-02-54>

>>>>>[Sorry to be late on this issue, but we were tied up . .  .

Some of you have expressed displeasure at your fixers and at fixers
in particul ar. We don't know about you but, our fixer is quite a
useful asset. Not only does he get us jobs, fence our stuff for
premium, launder our money, handle our investments (at anualized
49-100% return), get us info, but we find him to be quite loyal.
Obviously, you guys have street scum who only want to rip you off. A
real fixer is like a 'runner team member. On the other hand, you guys
haven't gotten an Exclusive yet. For those of you not in the know, an
Exclusive is a special Fixer/Runner relationship. The fixer gets
first dibbs on everything, you gotta tell him everything, the runner
gets premium PaYen and alot of side benefits (as you can see). Of
course, Exclusives require a MegaFixer who can support such
activities - and runners who are worth having on Exclusive --- rare
combonation indeed (which is why we're quite pleased with our
relationship ).  BTW, this was not meant to be a brag session -
merely an informative one. If you don't got an Exclusive it may be
because Fixers usually follow a 'runner a long time before bringing
them on board or even the fact that most 'runners can't really trust
anybody that much. An Exclusive is the ultimate relationship (you
mutually put each others lives in the others hands) thats why its a
team player game only.]<<<<<
    -- NightShade & KHANx (18:20:37/7.2.54)

>>>>>[Hoi, chummers.  I see that some of you will soon be heading
over to Britain.  If you are, keep in the shadows.  Seems that Fuchi,
UK nearly started a corp war Gloucester Industries, and the Lord
Protector's office took an interest.  They're tightening down on all
those who are not licensed for cyberware or magic use.  Barely got
out of the smoke myself, good thing I was on the winning side.  And
remember, you can't walk around bearing an arsenal like you can over
here in Seattle.  Stay safe, and don't eat the haggis.]<<<<< 
        -- Journey <19:23.59/2-AUG-54>

>>>>>[Greetings Sun. I find the idea of a partnership appealing. So
what you have in mind? Or, to put in less sophisticated terms, what's
the biz chummer?]<<<<<
     -- Silver Tux <20:33:45/08.03.54>

>>>>>[Hoi chummers, I got a call a minute ago for another job. I
need a crew. 

Details: Ares Macrotech. agreed with an anynomous collector to fund a
exhibit at the metropolitan displaying artifacts that were
supposedly uncovered in a dig in China. Clintcher, the dig
uncovered Xanadu (yes, the Xanadu). The discovery was being kept
secret until the exhibit was set up.  Several very important
artifacts (i.e. a golden horn, and two ruby orbs) were secretly
being transported by way of an ordinary looking Ares Macrotech
parts delivery truck. Inside, 5 special ops agents. The 5 ton safe
was covered with standard Ares parts. Top secret mission. The
delivery was scheduled for 4 am. At 3:41 am the truck was ambushed
by two squads of black clad assasins. The agents killed , the truck
seized. Interestingly enough, the safe was blown and the artifacts
whisked away in one direction, while the truck was taken in
another. 

Basicly, Ares is in deep drek. The "Collector" is obviously someone
important. They need the artifacts back ASAP. They'll pay 5,000 ny a
day AND medical. In a extremely hotly negotiated session my fixer
also got us our choice of: A. having the PaYen in Ultra Grade scripp
(i.e. you can use this stuff to buy ANYTHING Ares makes, regardless
of the usual restrictions - even from their Milspec line) or redeem
the scripp for the use of a Ares terminal at level Alpha-3 clearence
at 10,000 ny per hour (I know its not Alpha-1 or 2, but only the COB,
Pres, and senior VPs get that).  So what do you say chummers. I need
an answer quick. They gave me a 24 hour deadline for response.]<<<<<
     -- NightShade (18:40:07/7.2.54)

>>>>>[KAHNx: What an unexpected surprise.  I would love to go to the
club with you! We have some matters to discuss though, but we can get
that out of the way early.  I'll meet you there. 
Uh.....twosome????]<<<<< 
        --  FraterNay <20:42:33/02 Aug 54>

>>>>>[Silver Tux, someone suggested a job.

***ENCRYPTSILTUX***
Some friends of mine wanted me to take a look at some very
interesting shipment s that are coming in Nuke It! fast food
trucks. They want us to discover why these trucks are so evident in
such large quantities and why the Ork Overlords are giving them
escorts. 

So what say you, shall we take this offer ?  Its only a 1,000ny/day
for each but it pays the bills.]<<<<<
     -- Sun (18:47:59/7.2.54)

>>>>>[I'm so very pleased that you agreed. It should prove to be an
exceptional occasion. As for the talk, we can have it over a glass of
. . . whatever you prefer -- I think that while listening to blues
and jazz bourbon is the approp- priate drink. As for the idea of a
twosome . . . well I'm happy you agree with me . . . Some drink, some
good music, all should be well. I'll have a surprise for you when I
pick you up.]<<<<< 
    -- KHANx (18:50:09:/7.2.54)

***ENCRYPTSUN*** 
>>>>>[Any employment at this time would be most beneficial to my
woefully depleted credstick. When and where do we meet my
friend?]<<<<<
     -- Silver Tux <21:39:32/08.02.54>

>>>>>[Our gig ends tomorrow night, after that we're free. If you need
any help just buzz me back with some details. I'll send you more info
if your interested]<<<<<
     -- Red (23:30:17/7-2-54)

>>>>>[Well, just saw the latest news cast. My ex-manager seems to
have hung himself in his office.  

##ENCRYPTMADMAN##
Thanks, I owe you one. Looks like you did an exceptional job. By the
way how'd you like the concert?]<<<<<
     --Red (23:37:14/7-2-54)

>>>>>[I am here, just monitoring the bandwidth.  Due to unforseen
situations, I was unable to keep the job people, I am still in need,
the mission is scheduled to go down Aug 12.  That is the date, keep
monitoring this posting for updates.  Still need more people.]<<<<<
        -- Flashfire <21:42:34/08-02-54>

>>>>>[Hoi Sun.  Combat mage huh?  How long ya been 'round? How much
power can ya pump 'fore droppin'?  <grin>  Standard questions, zero
th' hostility chummer.  Name's Onyx, late of a local Security corp
that everyone here has surely had some runins with. I'm muscle; I
know tatics, and I know the cardinal rule of "incoming lead has right
of way".  I don't vibrate at attomic speed, and I don't count
raindrops in a hurricane, but I'll match myself against any sammy who
cares to make the try.  Will I do? Contact me here, I'll keep a
fileworm online looking for your answer.]<<<<<
        -- Onyx (0320:02/3 Aug 93)

>>>>>[Hoi NightShade.  'cuse my ignorance, but what's Xanadu; you
gonna have a briefing file available for th' team ya assemble? 
Otherwise, I'm in if you'll have me.  Slot me down as a merc with a
good background of rigger skills.  Line back wi with some MPs of
data my way, an' the briefin' file I'm hoping ya got, an' I'll be
ready ta go when you are.  Later chummer.]<<<<< 
        -- Onyx (0320:47/3 Aug 93)

>>>>>[For you chummers who haven't heard of Xanadu, it is supposed to
be some sort of legendary city with wiz everywhere.  Sort of like
Shangri La.  If the stuff that got pinched is from Xanadu, you can
bet there is some wiz attached to it somehow.  Null sheen if you got
plenty of magical backup.  But don't go in half-cocked or you may
come oout geeked.]<<<<< 
        -- Journey <01:40.14/08.03.54> --

>>>>>[Oh fraggin' A great.  Just what we need, MORE ancient power
stuff floatin' 'round this drekky world we got.  Izzat all them
wizzers can do, go after these power things?  Anyways, kudos fer th'
warning Journey, I'll keep my wings level an' my guns loaded.  Later
chummer.]<<<<< 
        -- Onyx (0354:48/03Aug93)

>>>>>[What do you mean, decking mages are mad? Yes, we do perceive
the Matrix as unreal... Yes we do have problems in there... Yes we
may not be the HOTTEST deckers there are... BUT, first of all
sometimes it is FUN just to leave to UNreality, second, as for what I
hear (and don't understand *snicker*) deckers , and I mean those who
only do THAT, don't think the astral world is real, and third of all
it is good to have a different interest (and profession) in case the
drek hit's the fan (probable burnout... *shudder*). In my oppinion
the Matrix is a great place to visit and perhaps some time to stay...
BTW anybody interested in some backdoors ? Call me under
***LTG-Number*** Hals und Beinbruch, Leute.]<<<<<
        --  Rotfuchs <10:17:55/08-03-54>

ENCRYPT ###NightShade_Only### 
>>>>>[NightShade,  count me in. As I see it the other Job is a bit
too far in the future for my tastes (I need dosh NOW).  As you
probably know I am a herme- tic mage with a few cybermods (Namely
Cybereyes (w/Camera), -ears and Boosters) My specialties in the Arts
are Manipulations (especially ev'thing that includes Electronics) and
Non-lethal Combat. In melee I am no match for a muscle, but can hold
my ground against many. If decking is needed I can do that, too (not
hot but capable. Ooops... forgot the Datajack...). I am available at
***LTG- Number*** if you want me...  ( I know... I am a terrible
showoff and Blabmouth, but those are my good sides...) END ENCRYPT

Hi, Folks... I heard a rumor about some kind of APDS-Stun or
APDS-Drug ammo... Is there some out there ? ]<<<<<
        --  Rotfuchs <10:50:55/08-03-54>

***** Encrypt: Millhaus 
>>>>>[ Millhaus, what's up with FraterNay? I don't know her all that
well, but she doesn't seem to be the kind of girl who goes out with
KHANx's type (or mine for that matter). Did I miss something? *****
End Encrypt: Millhaus

We're hanging out over here at Chains' warehouse. His computer went
south when his alternate power feed got cut. Bunker and Prophet were
playing with some of Bunker's new toys and... well I don't want to get
into it. Let's just say that the whole block was using candles and
smoke signals from friday till just about an hour ago.

Prophet and I have been working on a way to get some of the more
effective (bigger) weapons thru customs. If there's enough of that
"magic" wrap we're going to try to lock some spells on the weapons,
with Nitro's help of course, wrap them in the "magic" wrap and see if
some normal sec-systems can detect them. Nitro's the expert in this
area so I'll be doing almost nothing but learning.  I'll let you know
how it turns out. ]<<<<<
        --  Legion <12:32:24/8-03-54>

>>>>>[ I think that's so romantic! KHANx and FraterNay are going
around like they're in a daze! Wow! That's great! Good luck you
two!]<<<<< 
        --  Nitro <12:30:02/8-03-54>

>>>>>[ Ugggghhh! That makes me sick! I hate all that kissy-kissy
drek. I wish they'd keep that junk to themselves. ]<<<<<
        --  Bunker <12:33:16/8-03-54>

>>>>>[ Oh be quiet, Bunker. You're just jealous because you haven't
found that someone special yet. I know a nice little ork girl that
works downtown in a talismonger shop. She has a nice personality; I
could set up a date between you two... ]<<<<<
        --  Nitro <12:36:58/8-03-54>
 
>>>>>[ Help! Help! I'm being set up! ]<<<<<
        --  Bunker <12:38:08/8-03-54>

>>>>>[ You're on your own, chummer. ]<<<<<
        --  Prophet <12:40:33/8-03-54>

*****Encrypt WHAT, Stormblade MPCP only 
>>>>>[ Ok so your both intrested, so how about we open up the
bidding.  Lets say 300 Y for the XB and 500 for the Owd Rodger.  Me,
I'm happy with the lager, now thats beer for you, not this warm brown
flat stuff that you Brits call beer.  But then again if you wanna buy
it, then what do I care :) ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Nightstalker do you know where PH went after he was holed up
with you, Cerise, Lowe etc.  I see from your description of the
astral quest thingy that he wasn't there.  It's not like him just
to take off without word.  I popped round to his parents at
Cerise's safehouse to see if they'd heard anything but no help
there either. ]<<<<< 
        -Punisher (12:31:14/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Hiya guys, thought I stick my head in see what the ol gang is
up to, and to let you know that even though I've officialy retired
from running I haven't exactly left the shadows.  It's taken some
time but I can now announce that my bar is now open !!

It's called the The Runner's Rest, ok so the name is corney but what
I'm hoping to do is get the tourist element upstairs in the main bar
and the real runners downstairs in a rather select bar with specially
sealed rooms ideal for the meet with the Mr Johnson.  Before you say,
I'm not going anywhere where tourists hang out, just hear me out.

The idea is to promote the bar officially as a place for runners to
hang out, now your poor unsuspecting tourist will be conned and come
to visit the place, however Lone Star and others that care will see
the place merely as a tourist hole, not the sort of place that any
self respecting runner would go for a meet.  Hence it is the perfect
place for a runner to go and meet. 

There is special access through the basement of the Indian
Restuarant next door, Mr Sadiq the owner is So Ka and will not ask
any questions.  Or there is an entrance through a lift if you have
a special access card (available from Me). The lift also serves the
upstairs which house, 6 rooms with bathroom etc, all high standard
and a small medical centre with access to a Doc should you need
one, and of course my own pad is upstairs. 

The tourist bar is fairly standard though I've hired an old Troll
who used to be a runner many many years ago to help give
authenticity, there is also a large number of shadowy alcoves to
further enhance the atmosphere. 

Downstairs, is where the real buisiness takes place, stocked with a
small selection of English beers (Powerhouse's insistance) and lager
(IBA's insistance) and all your local favourites.  Weapons checks are
compulsory and I've the best tech to make sure it is.  People with
cyberguns will also be required to wear a shock bracelet.  The area
as a whole has at least one elemental guarding the place and a well
trained cadre of 5 security staff, are on standby at all times.

Each of the conference rooms are warded and contain bug jammers,
secure matrix access, the works.  No expense has been spared.

So if you want to meet somewhere safe but different try The Runners
Rest open now in Dowtown Seattle. ]<<<<<
        -Polish (12:33:38/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Good to hear from you again Polish, I'll pop down later to
check it out. By the way, I think that course you did in business
managment has had some bad effects, getting near the end you almost
sounded like one of those tacky trid commericals. ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (12:35:41/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Yeah, you could be right, oh well, here's to success
:)]<<<<< 
        -Polish (12:37:28/8.3.54)

***** Encrypt Male MPCP's only
>>>>>[ Ok guys here's something I picked up from the run myself and
Punisher have been on for the last couple of weeks, found it amongst
a host of chemical classification material.

** Include file Wo.data

      HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION MATERIAL DATA SAFETY SHEET

WOMAN: A Chemical Analysis

        Element:        Woman
        Symbol:         Wo
        Discoverer:     Adam
        Atomic Mass:    Accepted as 118, but known to vary from 100
                        to 460-lbs
        Occurance:      Copious quantities in all urban areas.

Physical Properties

1.      Surface usually covered with painted film.
2.      Boils at nothing.  Freezes without reason.
3.      Melts if given special treatment.
4.      Bitter if incorrectly used.
5.      Found in various states ranging from virgin metal to common
        ore. 
6.      Yields to pressure when applied correctly.

Chemical Properties

1.      Has great affinity for gold, silver, platinum and various
        precious stones.  
2.      Absorbs great quantities of expensive substances. 
3.      May explode spontaneously if left alone with a Male. 
4.      Insoluble in liquids, but activity greatly increased by
        saturation in alcohol.
5.      Most powerful money-reducing agent known.

Common Uses

1.      Highly ornamental, especially in sports cars.
2.      Can be a great aid to relaxation.

Tests

1.      Pure specimen turns a rosy pink when discovered in natural
        state. 
2.      Turns green when placed besides a better specimen.

Hazards

1.      Highly dangerous, except in experienced hands.  
2.      Illegal to possess more than one.

** End download

Well ok so maybe we do tend to overlook hazard number 2 as it is
only really hazardous if one of the women find out :)  Oh what did
everyone think to my methods for picking up the chicks, you should
have all seen it, especially after Nightstalker showed it to Raven
who preceeded to download it so that everyone could read it.  Oh by
the way Nightstalker, don't show Raven this one, remeber what
happened last time :)  I still have a copy of that program. ]<<<<< 
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ IBA you are going to be in deep trouble if any industrious
female deckers decide to try and crack that file, and what do you
think you were doing giving out details of runs we've been on. 
We're hired to do the job and keep quiet about who we working for.

I'm going up to PH's place to see if I can find any clues as to
where he's gone, wanna come ? ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (12:54:57/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Errm no, in fact I just remebered I meeting a girl I met
downtown last night, well that is, I have to take her home before
her parents send out the search parties. ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Her parents ?  You've not been hanging around the Junior High
again have you ? ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (12:57:13/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Errm nope, this one's much older, I think she said she was
16. ]<<<<< 
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Nuff said ! ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (12:58:47/8.3.54)

>>>>>[What's really going on here? KHANx and FraterNay
*kissing*????? You sure, Nitro. I thought the reason she called
herself fraterNAY instead of fraterYEA was pretty damned obvious.

Of course, maybe KHANx is just a _very satisfying_ sort of guy.
*sigh* 

Kendra, what do you make of all this?]<<<<<
        -- Millhaus <07:58:27/03-Aug-54>

>>>>>[Dear Officer Cooper; 

I appreciate the advice regarding my coffee brokerage.  I know yinz
guys at the Fed have enough to worry about without the shadowtypes
gettin' cute, n'est pas?  Let me assure you that none of my
operations violate UCAS commerce legislation (I will admit that I
often  cross the line when it comes to corporate monopoly directives,
but as we both know, that is not your concern [and I'll continue to
take my chances]).  As it is, I don't 'process' the bean that I buy
(actually, I rarely even see it as I buy it and then resell it
without taking delevery).  Any 'flavoring' would be done before it
leaves the producer--and most of this is handled genetically these
days.

If you're ever in the 'Burgh, look me up, we'll get together and
chat over a few  mugs and doughnuts.]<<<<<
    --  Gargoyle   <06:08:32PST/08-03-54>

>>>>>[Hey chummeros!  Sorry I was out of sight for a while (it's a
long story and most of the individuals involved are now dead, so why
bother). 
 
Nightshade, I'd love to help you with the Xanadu thing, but the doc
says that if I don't let my shoulder heal properly it'll never be the
same (&  I just can't afford the [permanently] losses in
articulation). However, if you need me to do leg work, let me know
(I can get Eyestalk to handle my fisticuffs--y'all know that with
me, legwork ALWAYS results in fisticuff).

Gawker my young chum, sorry I missed your fete, but I was in a bad
way on Saturday night.

As far as my shindig goes, it will be on Friday at ##TIME/PLACE##.  I
don't think that I'll be participating in the shoot-out now (which is
a shame because Eyestalk has done wonders setting up a range in this
warehouse; it's got moving targets, bells, flashing lights and
everything), but I'll be free to run the barbeque. I'm hopin' that
EVERYONE who's not working on Friday night will come-- IT MIGHT BE A
GREAT WAY FOR THE SHADOW SCENESTERS TO NETWORK.  If you can, RSVP.

Buzz for now Chummos!]<<<<<
    --  Flittermouse   <06:34:32PST/08-03-54>

>>>>>[Most appre.about the Boston stuff, IBA old man, must buy you a
drink of larger at that bloke Polish's place, if you can get us a
ticket in. That's when I'm back in town.

*****Encript I.B.A. MPCP only *****
I hope this works, bleedin' demi-tech, sorry if this gets posted on
somethin' like Mother's Weekly ....er...I ain't gonna be in town for
a long-ish time, sa ya might as well floggit ta Stormblade, cheers
for the though anyw*Buzz* **** 

Erm, Hello 'chummers' of Boston any of you lot know whaz happenin'
in MIT&M R&D sections ? 'Cos if I read right, then the place if
full of WEIRDO tech an' magic, sa some notes would be great.

Phoenix, hav' you seen this guide thing for Boston ? It reacon's
that these Red Knight buggers don't like Elves in a big way. I
might start packin' some "friendly deterants" of a large cal.

Right 'orf ta see the light of old Boston, Runner style *grin*]<<<<<
  -- WHAT(17:33:23/03-08-54)

>>>>>[Took a little time to do some research and found some
interesting things. If they found Xanadu it's huge. There should be
a river that goes through a maze of caves no one seems to have been
able to  map. The resources also give a warning. There seems to be
some protector. Not sure who or what it is. It's supposed to have
fed on 'Honeydew' and 'Milk of Paradise'. Could mean anything. Also
found this line from an old poem.  "Weave a circle round him
thrice, and close your eyes with holy dread" Remeber, it's a poem
so it could mean a lot of things. Bliss says you need lot's of
mages to form the circles and she'd be interested in going.]<<<<< 
    --  Red <13:07:26/08-03-54>

>>>>>[I'm up for finiding the artifacts, if you need a decker.  I'm
supposed to be on another run, but I haven't heard anything form the
GIC!  Give me a yell ]<<<<<
        --  Couch <..:..:.. / ..-..-..>

>>>>>[Oh, jeez, I have to work with WHAT? I mean, drek, use de money
ya got and git a real gun.  Dat toy ain't gonna stop a flea in my
ma's #$%%.  Seriously chummer, I gotta pistol I could possibly sell
you. 

Flittermouse, I don't know if I can make da bash, but I'll probably
be tossin' another when I get home!

Swift, I think dat you need to check out AA-- Chill chum.]<<<<<
        --  Gawk  <12:40:54 / 8-3-54>

>>>>>[And what's wrong with a Narcojet ? It'll put someone down as
fast and QUIETER that the cannon you were wavin' about last night,
matey boy ! 

'ere what 'ave you done with DOA, Gawk? Lettin' a 10 year old wander
about in Boston insn't the greatest of ideas AND I hope she ain't in
the same shack your in. Gawd help us !]<<<<<
  -- WHAT(18:58:23/03-08-54)

>>>>>[I'm very interested. As my resume indicates, I'm proficient in
stealth and unarmed combat, along with a number of dirty tricks
picked up in a long career. I've also done the relic-retrieval trick
before. I look forward to hearing from you.]<<<<<
        --  Burn (14:34:01/08-03-54)

>>>>>[Are you specifically looking for someone who speaks German?  If
so, I'm your national.  I can also fill one of your Street-Sam spots,
if there are any left open.  I might also be able to procure a mage
or two if needed.  You're not fundamentally opposed to... shall we
say, "Bayou-Brand" magic, are you? The one catch is when this is all
going down.  I'm somewhat in the middle of something right now, but
it should be wrapped up shortly.  Get back to me whenever.  If you
want to contact him, one of the mage's name is Whiskers, but he's
tied up on the same errand I am.]<<<<< 
        -- Capt. Midnight <14:42:06/08-03-54>

>>>>>['Lo, term.  As you might be able to scan from my previous
posts, I am a (recently relocated) citizen of jolly ol' Britannia.  I
had heard of the Fuchi build up, but I never knew the bloody bastards
had the guts to start a corp war.  Mayhaps Lord Marchment might
require an extra sword at his disposal? *evil grin*

Now where is the BTG for Fuchi UK?]<<<<<
        -- Stormblade <15:01:31/3-AUG-54>

>>>>>[Hey!  What's wrong with the haggis?!  That's fighting words,
Journey....;>]<<<<<
        -- Highlander (12:11:32/8-3-54)

>>>>>[Highlander, Journey.... now don't start fighting over the
haggis.  There is enough to go around...]<<<<<
        -- Stormblade <15:21:37/3-AUG-54>

>>>>>[I.B.A.: I'll see your 300 gold on the XB and raise thee
250...]<<<<< 
        -- Stormblade <15:22:26/3-AUG-54>

>>>>>[Where's this pseudo-neo-runner palce again?  All I saw was
"English beer" and I was lost in a haze of longing...]<<<<<
        -- Stormblade <15:23:37/3-AUG-54>

###ENCRYPTRED### 
>>>>>>[Hung himself in his office? *Chuckle*  I love it... But then
again, what could I expect when the corp caught up with him for what
he did to that poor company man.... Of course the proof had always
been right under their noses, I just made sure they noticed it...
Quite an "unfortunate occurence".  LOVED the concert... ]<<<<<<
        --Madman(..:..:../..-..-..)

>>>>>[Ya got me, SpotOn. I've been trying to get some info about just
what I've gotten myself into, but no-go. Say, you got any info that
might be useful? I don't even know who the team is, let alone who
we're going after...]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [34:72:42|33-00-64]

>>>>>[ Punisher:  I have no idea where Powerhouse is.  You'll have to
ask Cerise since I'm in Hawaii right now. ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <13:49:03/08-03-54>

>>>>>[ I.B.A., your going to be in big trouble when I figure out
what harard number 2 is.  Nightstalker, where's the file? ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <13:51:16/08-03-54>

>>>>>[Shadowfox, you should take a look at the mess here at the place
where William was at. . . It's bad.  Looks like an hostile
kidnapping.  I'll start digging.  I know you're busy with some other
stuff, so'll I cover you here. And if we have to go back to that
place one more time, I think, I will really hurt somethin'.  Get the
point.]<<<<< 
        -- Shadowfox <16:11:26/8-3-54>

>>>>>[God, I'm stretching way to thin. . . Thanks for covering for
me Doomsday.  Any records left?]<<<<<
        -- Shadowfox <16:12:35/8-3-54>

>>>>>[The took / deleted the tapes from last friday, but everything
else is there.  The only reason they got friday's was because that
was the day they hit, and someone forgot to make a backup of them.
Looks like the hit took place on Friday night.  Not positive though.
No witness survived.  The morning shift came in and found a mess.
Real professional like.  Anybody have any ideas, preferably like
(dead) Wyrm or Jaez?  Slot and run.]<<<<< 
        -- Doomsday <16:15:56/8-3-54>

>>>>>[Alright chummers, one at a time. . .

Gawk, what happened to DOA?  I thought you were going to make sure
DOA got here.

Blitzkrieg, are you going to be available soon?

Capt. Midnight, I could use a German speaker in this group. 
Otherwise, we are going to stick out like a bunch of tourists. 
Probably will anyway.  At least I will, but that's life. 
Blitzkrieg, if he is coming, can also speak German fluently as
well.  Considering he grew up over in htat neck of the woods.  But
he don't talk about that. 

Cowboy, you going to send me some names of some people I can contact
or what? I am willing to pay you nuYen for some reliable sources.

We need to figure out what we are looking for, when we do this next
visit to MIT&M, and I would prefer if DOA was present for the
discussion, as well as Blitzkrieg, if he is going to be present. 
Btw, Capt. Midnight, if Blitzkrieg isn't available by the time you
can get free, I will need a mage.]<<<<< 
        -- Phoenix <18:37:53EDT/8-3-54>

>>>>>[Phoenix don't worry, I be arriving in Boston, tommorrow
evening.  For the record, not to confirm or deny anything, Where DO
you get your info Phoenix?  I found that little bit about my
"past", quite intriguing. . .]<<<<< 
        -- Blitzkrieg <16:39:51/8-3-54>

>>>>>[No comment, Blitzkrieg.  Capt. Midnight, guess I won't need
you to get a mage after all. And for the record how long until you
finish what you need to get done?]<<<<<
        -- Phoenix <18:41:29EDT/8-3-54>

>>>>>[Sorry.  I have other duties that require me to be gone
Saturdays through Tuesday afternoons...  I'll be done come the end of
August.  But, I think this means that I won't be able to join you
folks if it means more than a Tuesday through Friday trip...]<<<<< 
        -- DOA <18:02:27/8-1-54>

>>>>>[What she means to say is...  She's going to school.  And I
won't let her take the last few weeks off.  She's almost done.  I'm
still not too keen on the idea at all, Sierra...]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <18:03:31/1-3-54>

>>>>>[Maybe you could come with, Brandy?  They said they needed a
mage...]<<<<< 
        --  DOA <18:07:34/3-1-54>

>>>>>[Hush. I wasn't invited, and you know better than to make
blatant hints.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <18:08:14/1-3-54>

>>>>>[Aw, you just don't think they can afford you.]<<<<<
        --  DOA <18:08:34/3-1-54>

>>>>>[There is that.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <18:09:22/1-3-54>

>>>>>[Sorry folks, I've been busy. Working on a show, participating
in two or three shadowruns, and watching out for the Illuminati are a
lot for a girl to handle-and more than enough for guys like IBA :)
Consider yourself warned, dude. But hey, that's karma, right?

You're probably right about the hit on William's old pad. Though, If
it's supposed to be such a hot research place, I'm surprised it took
them that long to discover they'd been hit. Whoever did it must have
been real pro. . . The Tir, maybe? Or MCT, or any other
resoure-heavy orginization that could have had an interest there.
Maybe Brandywine can nose around, if she doesn't mind. If somebody
else is trying to figure these guys out, it might be a good idea to
share information. 

Guys. . .NEVER call your parents. At least, not without preparing an
entire history of your life covering when you cut off contact, and
making sure you memorize it so you can handle questions and small
talk without a hitch.

Anyway, here's what I found out about Thorne's mom. She is indeed an
employee of Renraku, working in a proprietary pleasure palace
outside Kobe, Japan. Records look solid, though if she has any kind
of sordid past, someone probably covered it up. . .possibly even
the corp. 

Another possibility to check into, records-wise, is if she was hired
directly or if she came in through a smaller company that finds young
men and women for work like that. Someone had to hepl her in some
way. . .Mothers and anyone over 25 years of age have diminished
prospects in that area. I rather expect Thorne's mom looks a little
different. 

BTW, Thorne, the offer's still open. Fly on down and I'll employ you
as my personal bodyguard/assasin. I'm really edgy. . .The Illuminati
aren't the only ones watching me.]<<<<<
        --  Jaez <19:28:32/8-3-54>

>>>>>[Flitter', I haven't backed out. I still plan to be
there.]<<<<< 
         -- NightShade (17:40:21/8.3.54)

>>>>>[Alright. Here's the crew roster so far: Red, Rotfuchs, Onyx,
Couch, Burn, and myself (NightShade).

First off, some perliminary assignments. Couch, I want you to do a
detailed object/frame/motion sutdy on the trid tape showing the
ambush -- something looks funny about it -- but I can't tell what.

Rotfuchs-- I would like you to find out more on Xanadu, and
specifically any history about a Golden Horn and two ruby orbs.

Onyx-- these ambushers blew the van with a SS missile, then
disappeared -- take a peek in the datastores for any unusual
sightings and check surrounding areas for suspicious events.

Burn & Me-- will start checking ot contacts and trying to track down
these frag gers.

Everybody Scan?]<<<<<
  -- NightShade (17:50:45/8.3.54)

>>>>>[my lady jaez, i am honored... iii'll be there soon...  <<<<<]
        -thorne (17:50:23/8-3-54)

****Encrypt:Stormblade*** 
>>>>>[i love you too, ... storm, can i ever MEET her... or should i
give up... i don't remember her.. but somethiing says its important
that i touch her.. i dont know..it feels weird... not knowing WHO i
really am...what if.. what about me?]>>>>>
        -thorne 17:52:49/8-3-54)

>>>>>[ I apologise for worrying people but I had something to do that
couldn't wait. I'm back to the physical world now and I feel like
absolute drek, I don't believe I will ever attempt to do that again.
On the quest I realised that, for too long, I have neglected study of
sorcery, Raven when you get back and have the time I would be
honoured if you would teach me in this area.  Princess, I would be
honoured if you would accompany me to Flitter's 'shindig', I should
be able to stand by then... 

Connection Terminated : timed out ]<<<<<
        --  Fenris <18:45:23/08-03-54>

>>>>>[ Oopps sorry about that Fenris flaked as he was writing ]<<<<<
        --  Packman <18:53:13/08-03-54>

>>>>>[ As far as I know Mercer Flashfire has only given generalised
info out thusfar, we also have no idea of what's going on. By the
way, do you want to buy an Ares Dragon. ]<<<<<
        --  SpotOn <20:02:32/08-03-54>

>>>>>[Faster and Quieter? Have you ever shot a gun?  I mean at a
enemy, not yer neighbor's cat.

DOA didn't reply.  I think she found her own transportation.

As for who's livin' wit me, she's da one yer tryin' to git at da
Silver Knife last night]<<<<<
        -- Gawk  <23:35:55 / 8-3-54>

>>>>>[Golly, where da frag did I git da responsibility of da kid?
All's I did was ASK him if he wanted a ride.  Nobody, I repeat
NOBODY, answered me.  I thought transportation was arranged.]<<<<<
        --  Gawk  <23:53:47 / 8-3-54>

>>>>>[By the way, is there any good bars in Boston?]<<<<<
        --  Gawk  <23:56:57 / 8-3-54>

>>>>>[Hey Rotfuchs, thought I'd give you some help. I suggest finding
out about an 18th century english poet called Sam Coleridge. he wrote
a poem about Xanadu. Another source you might be interested in is an
old explorer who was reported to have told Coleridge about Xanadu.
Went by the name of Geoffery Taylor. Found a copy of his diary at
Harvard University's database. I'm going over it right now, get back
to you when I find out more.]<<<<< 
  -- Red (00:50:35/8-4-54)

>>>>>[Hey Gawk!  DOA is a her, not a him.  And she's a really
beautiful her on top of that.  And if you get her killed, I'll find
you, beat you, kill you, and THEN get mean!]<<<<<
        --  Norman Yoshida <00:05:59 / 08-05-54>
            Executive Assistant
            Yoshida Technologies

>>>>>[Gawk, if you want silence when killing, I have available two
modded Beretta Model 70 SMG's.  I'v reworked the actions, and ported
the sound suppressors so all you hear is the last whisper of the
target's breath. 

I've just recently got back into Seattle, and am looking for some
excitement.  If you need another hand, or blade, or spell, look me up
at Dante's, I'll be near Hell. No wetwork chummers.  Wakarimasu
Ka?]<<<<< 
        --Journey <00:22.51/08.04.54>

>>>>>[Greetings, Chummers!  I'm new to the Seattle net, just moved
into the area, umm, looking for some cool, relative to where I was
before.  I'm a Decker, but I can handle the rough stuff too, if it's
necessary.]<<<<<
        -- Wiz <23:23:45/8-3-54>


>>>>>[WANTED: I AM COLLECTING ARES DRAGONS AND HEAVIER MODELS
              LEAVE INFO WITH MY SECRETARY. WILL PAY CASH.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <9:00:00/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Whoa, there, Nightshade. I'm game for talking out contacts, but
let's talk about compensation, and what information we're looking
for. But especially compensation.]<<<<<
        --  Burn (10:36:27/08-04-54)

>>>>>[ Arrhh, what's up Raven sweetie pie, won't Nightstalker let you
look at that teeny weeny little file eh ?  He he.. I guess you'll
just have to guess as to what hazard number 2 is :)  (I won't tell
Nightstalker if you don't :>). Well Raven if your having such a
problem reading the encoded stuff on here why don't you just get
yourself, a nice little datajack fitted.  I'm sure it won't hurt, and
I'll even teach you how to use it if you set me up with some of your
better looking friends.  How about it cutie ? ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Thanks for info Nightstalker, I'll check round, I don't
suppose anyone has seen Cerise have they recently ?

As for you IBA, what are you doing getting a mage worked up like
that, especially when we have no magical support of our own scince
Noname died.  Are you mad ? ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (15:33:45/8.4.54)

>>>>>[ Nah not mad, and I'm not worried about Raven, as you know I
live in my van so she won't be able to find me, and if she can't
find me she can't cast any spells at me :) ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (Cheer up Raven)

***** Encode Stormblade MPCP only
>>>>>[ Arrgggh you forgot to use encryption, I'm trying to keep this
beer thing under my hat.  Anyway, I accept your offer, 2 kegs, ready
for you to pick up next time your in Seattle.  Btw is that Thorne
lady a friend of yours cause, where I got this beer from there was
some more that said Darleys of Thorne Best Bitter.  Any link
there?]<<<<< 
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Hey, Jaez, I have no probs handling huge amounts of data.  But
seeing as your having probs take a copy of my special data managment
program.  It's simple (only 4 MP long) but it does the job perfectly.
Hope it helps. 

Oh BTW what will I get, please tell me !  A date ?  You still owe me
one. ]<<<<< 
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Bragging again IBA ?  To everyone who asked you can find The
Runners Rest on 5th street next to the Indian Restaurant.  If you
want real discretion contact me in advance so I can organise it for
you. ]<<<<< 
        -Polish (15:46:14/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Well Jaez looks like I hit the wrong key last time.  Anyway
here's the file.  Have fun.

*** INCLUDE <Binary dump> Datamanager ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[Control Code 6174. Sent........Incorrect address. No
Transmission.]<<<<< 
        -- SatCom Uplink Station Administrative Server #51495
           <09:34:35/8-4-54> 

>>>>>[Security Breach detected Scan Level 2. Did you pick up an
unauthorized signal did you pick it up? Over.]<<<<<
        -- SWNPP Officer of the Day <09:47:53/8-4-54>

>>>>>[No, We sure didn't. Over]<<<<<
        -- NW InterSat Clarke Orbiter Duty Operator
           <09:48:03/8-4-54> 

>>>>>[Be advised that we are resetting our filtertration level.
Transmission at setting Gimmel. over.]<<<<<
        -- SWNPP Officer of the Day <09:53:55/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Copy. over]<<<<<
        -- NW InterSat Clarke Orbiter Duty Operator
           <09:54:05/8-4-54> 

>>>>>[Copy. over and out. ##Channel Closed##]<<<<<
        -- SWNPP Officer of the Day <09:54:15/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Ho ho ho Gawk, my you seps don't 'alf have go one liners.

G- "Hey baby, forget the @###$%% , I'm a hot runner, who's new in
town, how's about showing me a good time " -type stuff while wavin'
a bleedin' credstick in the air. And she fell for it. Sad, very
sad. I didn't know see was blind, has no sense of smell or touch,
considering what you were wearing .... 

Back to work

Phoenix - I dropped in ta this place called the Coven, a hang out
for MIT&M Merlins students. After a few drinks they were well
friendly and started talkin' about what goes down in the place.
Bugger, if half the things they say were true we're gonna need some
more Merlins and good ones at that, if we go anywhere near the Mage
labs. I know a bit about spell chuckin' 'cos the lads back at me
digs and some of this stuff is well over what they do. 

DOA and Brandy, we 'aven't meet but if your as good as ya say, 'ave a
word with Phoenix, we could really do with the gentle touch down
'ere. 

Gawk to prove I ain't bitter, about last night at the Silver Knife,
there's this place call Erebus "the land of the Shade" a hot runners
club, best gear only though]<<<<<
      --WHAT(16:19:23/04-08-54)

>>>>>[Ooooooh, big words from the corporater; what're ya gonna do,
come after me yourself?  Oh wait, lemme guess; sic your guards on me.
How they gonna FIND me chummer?  They good wit' th' shadows?  I know
I am, how 'bout you?  <snicker>  Don't be mad chummer, jus' makin' an
observation... later...]<<<<<
        -- Onyx <0636:46/04Aug93>

>>>>>[You are joking, right, SpotOn? I can barely drive a car, let
alone a chopper! Boy, I wish I hadn't flunked Driver's Ed... Anyway,
do you happen to know who else is in our little
group-without-a-cause-or-a-leader?]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [55:62:87|00-35-94]

>>>>>[CONTROL CODE 6174 SENT...........I AM HERE -- W...EOT]<<<<<
        -- POR INMASAT <11:09:31/8-4-54>

>>>>>[ Fenris, I would be glad to help you out, but wouldn't a Shaman
be a better instructor for you?  My hermetic sorcery knowledge might
be more of a hinderance than assistance.  ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <09:55:54/08-04-54>

>>>>>[Norm!!!  Executive Assistant?!  *stifles giggle*  Oh, C'mon...
You can't tell me they actually found a suit to fit that Viking frame
of yours...

And here's Norm, sporting Jean Claudier's latest fashion...  The
double-breasted silk tent...

*snicker* Sorry buddy.

And Gawk:  Sheesh.  My icon is of the Le Miserables kid...  would a
boy use that?  I think not...  Well, ok, maybe...  *frown* but i'm
not a boy.  Oh, and I NEVER said how good I was...  In fact...  I
don't recall saying anything about my abilities...  *shrug*  I just
do what I enjoy.  This is about the only think I know how to do.
Whether I'm any good at it or not, I have no real way of guaging.
I'm still not used to measuring my abilities based on other people's
achievments.]<<<<< 
        -- DOA <11:46:42/8-5-54>

>>>>>[It is a rather odd yardstick, Sierra.  And not a wholly
accurate one.  You needn't concern yourself with it, if you don't
want to.  Oh, and as for 'checking things out' Well, the question of
transportation still arises.  I do not drive.  And Sierra... does not
drive either.  I'd be more than happy to come along, though, if the
outing won't last more than a couple days.  I need to get myself and
Sierra back to where we belong. I have taken the opportunity of
Sierra's intensive schooling to do a bit of research myself, and
truth be known, I'm anxious to get back to it.]<<<<< 
        --  Brandywine <11:51:58/5.8.54> 

>>>>>[Ever since you got started on this, you're not any fun
anymore, Brandy.  What's up?]<<<<<
        -- DOA <11:52:12/8-5-54>

>>>>>[I have a lot of catching up to do.  I left the schools too
young.]<<<<< 
        --  Brandywine <11:52:58/5.8.54>

>>>>>[You're still really young.  And you're an elf.  Don't they
like, life forevor?]<<<<<
        -- DOA <11:53:26/8-5-54>

>>>>>[That has yet to be proven.  But if we do...  Think of how far
behind I'll be if I keep fooling around for the next 50 years.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <11:53:54/5.8.54>

>>>>>[Man...  something put a bug in Brandy.  I hate it when she
goes south for a while.  She always comes back all serious and
studious.]<<<<< 
        -- DOA <11:54:17/8-5-54>

>>>>>[ I.B.A., your asking for trouble.  I'll find out what the file
said and I'll make sure you get your just reward.  ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <09:58:32/08-04-54>

***** Encrypt: I.B.A. MPCP only
>>>>>[ Hey!  What are you trying to do!  Your getting me in some
serious hot water over here.  Isn't there some rule about getting
other guys girlfriends all worked up?  Leave Raven alone before she
gets on my case. ]<<<<< 
        -- Nightstalker <10:00:14/08-04-54>

>>>>>[ And a few more things, I.B.A.  Call me sweetie pie or cutie
again and you will suffer.  If you ever suggest I get any cyberware
I'll make sure that you never get a date again.  Do you
understand?  My name is Raven.  Call me that or don't call me at
all. ]<<<<< 
        -- Raven the Mage <10:03:09/08-04-54>

>>>>>[ Jaez, don't got out with that slimeball I.B.A. ]<<<<<
        -- Raven the Mage <10:03:54/08-04-54>

>>>>>[Onyx, you'd BETTER leave Norm alone!!!]<<<<< 
        --  DOA <11:58:42/8-5-54>

>>>>>[I think he can take care of himself, Childe.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <11:59:13/5.8.54>

>>>>>[ IBA get over to my place now !  Just been contacted in regards
of a job, pays well and we shouldn't need magical support.  We will
need your cyberdeck though.  Bring your gun as well cause it's an
internal decking job.  I've spoken to Speed and he can provide backup
in the shape of drones and an air lift out should we need it. ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (16:57:01/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ What right now, I'd just picked up Melissa  ? ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Who the hell is Melissa ? ]<<<<<
        -Punisher (18:02:08/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ You, know that girl I met last night. ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[ Oh you mean the 15 year old, well leave her alone and come
and do some work for once in your cretanous life.  I think Raven
was right. ]<<<<< 
        -Punisher (18:03:49/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Ok I'm on my way, just one last &*! ...... Hmm thats better
:) 

***** Encrypt Nightstalker MPCP only
Sorry to get you into grief mate.  Gotta admit though it is quite
funny seeing Raven all worked up like that though.  You don't think
she'll persuade Jaez do you  ? ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[Well, the 'Executive Assistant' title was my dad's idea.  I
personally think it sounds a lot like 'Secretary', but I do get to
travel all over and play a lot of golf with political leaders.]<<<<<
        --  Norman Yoshida <12:22:58 / 08-04-54>

>>>>>[I'd watch it, Onyx, Norm may be a corp, but he works for
Yoshida Tech which is the only corp I will trust and the only corp
that actually accepts the doings of us on the street.  Furthermore,
Norm is a hero from the Monica wars, leading a physical assault on
her.  Finally, he grew up on the street and he is our friend, so
watch it.]<<<<< 
        --  Ramirez <>

>>>>>[Hoo Ra ra.  Come back, Norm....  Lose the suit...]<<<<< 
        --  DOA <12:48:57/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Wow, Norm, for a minute there I thought it was your dad sputing
off, which I thought was unusual. I didn't know you cared about DOA
so much.  Of course, we all do, but you're certainly the most
outspoken. 

Onyx, Norm and his dad's corp are NOT your typical corp. I'd say
they're about as friendly as a corps can get to runners. In fact,
the played a key role in helping defeat MONICA, and Norm's dad
helped fund a virtual memorial to the dead from that.

I'd say Norm's wrath was more personal than a corporate expediency. We
all care about the kid, and don't want to see face any danger other
than those inherent in Shadowrunning.]<<<<<
        --  Jaez <13:23:25/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Sun, ah hear y'all from the CAS; eva spend any time down in New
Orleans? There's a guy ah know down in them parts I ain't heard from
in one dog of a long time.  Everyone knows 'im calls 'im Papiyan, eva
heard of 'im?]<<<<< 
        --Mr. Krinkle <15:51:26/08-04-54>

>>>>>[IBA, NO ONE can persuade Jaez!]<<<<<
        --  RAMboy <15:55:32/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Well, I speak fluently, the German, Russian, and many street
dialects used over in that "neck of the woods."  Since I did grow up
there and learn how to fight there.  There is a chummer that lives in
the Barovian area that goes by the street name of Straud that should
be able to help you. I have talked to him and he is ready to meet at
anytime, just give a few hours for him to get dressed.  He is a VERY
excentric and powerful mage and has influence throughout most of the
Euro-states.  If you need to find someone, he is the person to go to.
If you need some more names of people to talk to then I can dig out
the old black book.  Anyway gotta run, think I just heard an Atzlan
guard commin round the corner.......]<<<<<
        --Cowboy <18:11:42/08-04-54>

>>>>>[FRAG IT! I try to be a nice guy and I git crapped on.  Yoshida,
Pheonix WHAT and everyone.  I JUST OFFERED A SUGGESTION!  NO
RESPONSE SO I DIDN'T PICK HER UP.  How was I supposed to know DOA isa
she? Nobody told me.  I don't lnow the names/sex of every runner on
da fraggin' planit.  If I did I'd be rakin' in big =Y= at some corp!
All da grief I been gittin' has caused me to move again. Some drek
about security deposits or somtin'

I guess dat dis means dat it don't pay to be a nice, helpful kinda
guy! Please don't waste yer time by threatnin' me either 'cause I
don't give a damn!!!!!]<<<<<
        --  Gawk <16:27:44 / 8-4-54>

>>>>>[Journey, thanks for da offer, but I prefer my Ultrapower or my
hands]<<<<< 
        --  Gawk <16:22:22 / 8-4-54>

>>>>>[Dude...  Chill.  I didn't threaten you.  And I didn't demand
that you pick me up.  Jesus.  Forget it.]<<<<< 
        --  DOA <16:37:47/8-5-54>

>>>>>[DOA, yer friend Norm threatened me, and I know you didn't ask
me to pick you up.  Everyone else TAKE NOTE -- DOA is O.K. and did
not ask to be piccked up that is why she is not in Boston.  What a
pain in the ass!]<<<<< 
        --  Gawk  <16:33:45 / 8-4-54>

>>>>>[Aw...  he was just playing big brother.  We sorta grew up
together. At least, I spent a lot of time with him...  while we
lived on the streets. Don't you have anyone that you're mindlessly
protective of?  Give the guy a break...  All I know is...  I'd rather
have him be the way he is, than not care where I go and what I do.

And if that's a problem...  *shrug*

Your loss.]<<<<<
        --  DOA <16:53:34/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Sierra, you too need to calm down.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <16:55:36/5.8.54>

>>>>>[But he was dissin on my friend!]<<<<<
        --  DOA <16:56:34/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Dissing?]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <16:56:43/5.8.54>

>>>>>[Nevermind.]<<<<<
        --  DOA <16:56:56/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Now, don't go away sulking.  Sierra...  Sierra!  Get back
here! ah...  chinga la puta...]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <16:57:43/5.8.54>

>>>>>[Hold on a sec. . . I get to Boston to see one of the people I
am supposed to be working with, namely Gawk, get jumped by all these
people. Chill out.  It was some miscommunication, that's all.  Relax
chummers.]<<<<< 
        -- Blitzkrieg <17:55:09EDT/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Sorry Gawk, you got nagged by all those people, because of a
misunderstanding on my part.  Hope you can forgive me.  *sigh*]<<<<<
        -- Phoenix <17:56:20EDT/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Chummers, I don't really know what to say about the fact that
DOA is still in school.  This job, could take a real long while, but
will represent a chance to see the world, runner style.

Alright, enough hype.  Seriously, this job will take a while, since I
have no leads on Dr. Rebecca Jones, and so I am instead chasing her
ex- husband, a closed to burnt out mage, Brandon.  This job will be
more than a weekend, and will be no picnic.  And will probably
involve lots of travel.  That's all I can tell you.  And as of right
now, I can afford all the people that are in on this job, including
all those maybes. . .  What you think?]<<<<< 
        -- Phoenix <18:01:57EDT/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Splicer, so what is the scoop?]<<<<<
        -- Shadowfox <16:05:13/8-4-54>

>>>>>[I believe that the reason that our favorite Troll Eagle became
defensive is because of his deep friendship of her.  Actually, I
believe that is goes beyond simple chivalry.  Perhaps Norman's
feelings go beyond friendship into a romantic affection and by acting
the 'big brother' portion of his psyche, he can deal with these
feelings in a manner that will keep the rest of the world from
knowing his true feelings]<<<<< 
        --  Wolf 359 <17:13:00 / 08-04-54>

>>>>>[Wolf, are you ok?  That's pretty deep, even for you.]<<<<<
        --  Ramirez <>

>>>>>[I'm using my new psychology skillchip I got this morning,
Jose'.]<<<<< 
        --  Wolf 359 <17:14:15 / 08-04-54>

*****[E--R--T] at [FENRIS]@ 
>>>>>[Fenris, if you need training, I offer my services.  Coyote is
my totem, and I am an initiate of the third rank.  If I do not have
the knowledge to help you, then perhaps you should seek Tearchild.  I
am in Seattle currently, but if you need to meet somewhere, I have a
doss in Pueblo Lands (Old Taos).  Give me some time to get there, I
have some Paladins from the Tir on my 6 now, and it may take some wiz
to lose them.  (They think just because you're an elf you should kiss
them and their Princes' butts. (g)).  Til next...]<<<<<
        --Journey<16:17.40/08.04.54>

***** ENCRYPT: ##SecureCode2## 
>>>>>[Doomsday here.  I have sort of reconstructed all that has
happened.  Thrusday night crew left the clinic that William was at.
Friday's day crew also left at normal time.  The clinic uses 3-shift
schedual, which is a bit intense but what they liked.  Anyway,
Friday's literal Grave-yard shift was when the abductors hit.  They
were professional, at least very good shadowrunners, possibly a corp.
hit team.  The way I see it, after removing all witness, they took
William, (poor kid), and ran.  I don't think they killed him, because
they, I think, would have just left the body.  Anyway, Saturday
morning's crew came in.  Found everybody dead, and William missing.
But they couldn't go to officials because they are illegal anyway.
Nice vicious loop.

So that's all I know.  They pulled a real good fade, and I have no
data on who to look for yet.  Anything turned up in matrix
searchs?  And for the record, I haven't heard anything from Wyrm or
Jaez. . . Or you two okay?]<<<<< 
        -- Doomsday <16:14:59/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Hmm...  that's interesting.  It's been my guess that Sierra's
had a crush on Norman for a while...  She talks about him all the
time.  Seems she's even taken to raiding my BOOKS to read up on
shamanism.  A sparse ammount in my private library, I'm afraid.
Though, I do have a good deal on the computer.  Amazing that she
hasn't touched that.  Guess she feels the computer logs a place of
privacy.  Odd, that.  Wish I knew where she went in such a huff...

Gonna have to check her old haunts.  Hope she's not down in hell
again. 

Gawk, et al:  I think that...  given the nature of the job...  We
may wait a few weeks to join you, if we join at all.  Life
experience is not something Sierra's short on...  And I don't
know...  I don't know...  I've just gotten her settled into
something approaching civilized behaviour...]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <17:25:40/5.8.54>

>>>>>[That's alright Brandywine, I understand.  Thank you
anyway.]<<<<< 
        -- Phoenix <18:28:07EDT/8-4-54>

>>>>>[FraterNay, I'm so glad we had that talk . . . It really cleared
up some things that were on my mind . . . So basicly, as per our
conversation, we go to Oulde Isle ASAP. Leave off on the magi-wrap.
It should be no problem. I made that call -- Gianni says that a Rome
to Oulde trip is easy to arrange. ***E*** Basicly, his gun smuggler
friends said they would forego their usual gun-run to Tel Aviv and
take us to Oulde for about 1500ny/person. The thing is a Chrysler
Valkyrie Stealth Aerodyne, so coming in low should be no problem.***

As for last night, I was throuroghly enchanted. You were, as always,
perfect. Between the music and the company I've never been quite so
pleased with an even ing. The dress was something right out of a
Szerzini Fashion Fax. You were the most gorgeous women there. I hope
the golden Bow-and-Arrow pendent was to your liking.  Its very
delicate, a Sandanierel collectible. Somehow it reminds me of you -
strength and elegance. I've never let my guard down that far. I WAS
very interested in the small hint of background you gave me -- I'm
sure that event- ually we'll know each other well enough so that you
will tell me more. The good night kiss still makes me tingle. It was,
all in all, a very good start.]<<<<< 
       -- KHANx (16:04:35/3.4.54)

>>>>>[Brandywine, aren't you a hermetic?  What are you doing with
books on shamanism?]<<<<<
        --  Ramirez <>

>>>>>[Burn, I did send a PaYen list, but here it is again.
5000ny/day per 'runner in Ultra Grade Ares -- to be unquestionably
reddemed for ANY product Ares or a subsidiary produces (including
Milspec gear) or Level Aplha-3 comp access to there search/sat
banks at 5000ny/hour.]<<<<< 
    -- NightShade (16:11:25/3.4.54)

>>>>>[Sure, I'm hermetic.  But...  It doesn't hurt to expand
knowledge. And beyond that, I work with shamens every now and
then...  knowing what they're talking about helps...]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <18:26:45 / 5.8.54>

>>>>>[I've been skimming the diary and found a passage about a statue
that had a golden horn on it's forhead and rubies for eyes.  Talked to
a friend at Renraku he says it sounds like an Oni. Know what that is?
It's a minor demon in Japanese mythology.  Know what that means? If
it's minor I really don't like to think of what the majors look
like.]<<<<< 
  -- Red (17:50:45/8.3.54)

>>>>>[ Really, Ramirez.  I though you would know that all hermetic
mages have books on shamanism.  They are not produced for shamans
because shamans feel their way through magic not think their
way.]<<<<< 
        -- Raven the Mage <17:54:27/08-04-54>

***ENCRYPTSUN*** 
>>>>>[Well Sun I'm still waiting for info on that job/partnership you
offered. Please respond soon]<<<<<
     -- Silver Tux (21:00:05/08-04-54)

>>>>>[Onyx, you might get better results asking for runners to work
with you if you moved your datestamp up to '54 -- '93 was a LONG time
ago, chummer!   Sheesh, some people -- atmo-craniums think it's still
1993, can't even post a message to the open ShadowTalk net... Too
many encounters with Black ICE, I guess...]<<<<<
        -- Wiz <21:16:34/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Milli: I haven't heard anything from you regarding the trip.
Is there a holdup?  Is there a problem with my offer?  The tobacco
will be stale by the time you arrive.

What is my dear FraterNay up to?  I know that she is alright, but
have not heard from her in many days.  It is unlike her to not
contact me unless she is very busy.  What do you have her doing??

I shall await your response.]<<<<<
        --  AMELIA <08:46:00/05 August 54>

*****ENCRYPT:KHANx=Only 
>>>>>[KHANx:  I had a delightful evening as well.  It was wonderful
to just relax for a while.  The gift was so thoughtful and lovely.
Did you say you tingled?  I don't beleive I've ever made a man tingle
pleasantly before, how delightful!  I didn't realize someone who is
usually such a brute could be undeceivingly gentlemanly.  You have
elevated my impression of your gender.

Back to business now Mister:  Regarding the trip arrangements you
mentioned.  I beleive the bourbon may have let slip from your mind
that which our benefactor has arranged for us.  Amelia has already
made trip arrangements for which she is paying the expenses.  She
has many contacts which could help ease our passage through
customs.  We certainly won't have to deal with the Drui upon
landing if we take her transport offering.  Was there some benefit
to your arrangements that the bourbon erased from my mind? You and
I should begin to assemble the crew and make plans.  I'm sure you
are aware of the weapons and magickal item restrictions of customs
upon our arrival.  We have to get everyone prepared for the trip. 
I'll see if I can arouse everyone.  It would seem I have that
covered with you!]<<<<< 
        --  FraterNay <22:49:07/04 Aug 54>

*****ENCRYPT:FocusBrine$1 
>>>>>[All Focus Crew:  After meeting last night KHANx and I decided,
if there are no reasonable objections, not to take the time to have
Gryphon make the questionably reliable material for our trip.  It is
therefore time we ventured to the Ould Isle to collect our due.

I need to know from all of you that we can meet at either Millhaus's
or Kendra's place (whichever volunteers, Millhaus, your place is
bigger) in 48 hours.  Please reply ASAP to confirm you can be there.

Millhaus and Kendra, please confirm we can meet at one of your flats
ASAP. 

Time is nuyen and dangerous.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <23:12:14/04 Aug 54>

>>>>>[Subterrean fiberlink made: Well, I'll be damned if they can
trace this with a million bits/msec to hide the signal, but wirthout
Matthias Its going to be a rough ride, I'm getting noise from other
channels. I don't know where I am, but I know I'm being drugged. I
can't sleep so I can't float, but I can't stay awake, so I don't know
what's going on. I don't know who got me, Its not EONPP like not to
try and probe me{zlk Jaez, the proper way to handle Matthias is like
a glove for you're thumb. Use it with your jack, it should be set on
you as a client if not playbackack (audio go; control code 6174 Jaez
Client.) The impoved fo|xD{s focus will 6r_o,';_g3impress sw uo you.
I'm getting more noise. I'd be happy to show the whole world how it
works, if I can ever stay alive and free long enough it field test it
and market it. Its a great product, and I'm __. ' breakuing up.
FOllow the breadcrumbs, Mattias knows. Don;t worry your safe, they
think I'm you and I'm me. Its confusinngm, but they can't find you
now.]<<<<< 
        -- William 6174 <timer 00:32:47.18>

>>>>>[ I would appreciate it Journey, as for your problems, well the
least I can do is call in a marker for a chummer. NF see if you can't
find something more important for those paladin's to do.  ]<<<<<
        --  Fenris <22:13:43/08-04-54>

>>>>>[ Ok D. Henry the bird's location along with an account number
should have been delivered by now, deposit 400K in the account and
the chopper's all yours. You wont find a Dragon in mint condition for
less than that, the thing ain't even hot. ]<<<<<
        -- SpotOn <22:30:21/08-04-54>

>>>>>[ I will, of course, notify my 'friends' I'm sure we can find
something else for those pesky paladin's to do. You owe me big for
this though Fenris. ]<<<<<
        --  NodeFaerie <22:43:01/08-04-54>

>>>>>[ Well Mercer, we haven't even been officially 'hired' yet, so
either this guys got serious problems, decided he doesn't need us or
is just plain incompetent. Hell maybe it's a combination of all
three!!! ]<<<<< 
        --  SpotOn <22:52:13/08-04-54>

>>>>>[Fenris, just let me know where we shall meet.  My doss in Old
Taos has a Medicine Lodge, which I keep warded.  I am I'm still in
Seattle, contact me at LTG# 9206 (74-3725).  I have my passes and
credsticks ready for entry into the NAN.

NodeFaerie, I appreciate the help, and if you could get word to
Professor Laferty, tell him I'm sorry I couldn't make the dinner
appointment, certain Tir Princes still hold grudges.

General buzz in Seattle chummers, the Ancients have changed thier
colors slightly to green and BLACK.  And they actually zeroed a
Uni. Brotherhood Chapterhouse.  Nasty Biz, lotta background count
there.]<<<<< 
         --Journey <02:02.16/08.05.54>

>>>>>[DOA, If you still need to get to Boston, I have a private jet
that will be taking me there.  If you would like to tag allong, you
are more than welcome to.]<<<<<
        --Cowboy <05:28:20/08-05-54>

>>>>>[ Ah Cerise my thanks go out to you for your most exquisite
company over the last few days.  We must do this more often if you
think you can stand the non stop babble of all those mages.  So are
you going to tell me now if they persuaded you to join ?  It's only
compulsory attendance 4 times a year.  Most of us are down there
quite a bit anyhow.  What did you think to Master My-Sung, I told you
he looked like a hamster didn't I :)  Actually he taught me an
intresting technique, up to now I believed that only spell tossers
like yourself could use centering but he showed me that by completely
clearing my mind of all thoughts and focusing on a single point that
I can excel in more in the physical arts.  I'm not too good at it yet
and it doesn't always work but Master My-Sung insisted that with time
I would be able to perform feats such as tightrope walking blindfold.
Personally I can't see myself getting that good but you never know.

Anyway after the buisiness that was talked about how about a weekend
away with me in Paris.  I've never been but I've heard that their
galleries are the best in the world.  Well worth seeing.  If we've
got time we could go over to Florence, Master My-Sung emphasised to
me that only by having as many experiences as possible can the mind
truely be harmony with the universe, and what better way to start
than to catch up on all those art lessons I missed while at school,
not to mention the fact that your company is a truely harmonious
experience that none other can match.  ]<<<<<
        -The Powerhouse (13:31:17/5.8.54)

>>>>>[ Sorry to get back to buisiness Cerise, but you know what was
talked about and how important it was.

Brandon Lowe, your involvement with wasp spirits has me slightly
worried I must admit.  In fact not only me but other runners may
feel nervous that a magician capable of commanding insect spirits
should have the trust of the shadow running community when the only
contact those runners have had with insects are bad ones.  Indeed
the shadow running community is one of the few bastions that have
not been infected with persons so possesed by these spirits, as
previous research by others can testify. 

However it is my duty to help ensure that magic is not to be used
against humanity, as has found to been the case several times. 
Indeed if it were not for the shadowrunning community many cases
where humans were being possesed by such spirits would have
continued unchecked.  So you can understand my involvment. 
Especially as I am sworn to help protect hummanity from such evils
with what powers I have. 

So Mr Lowe, I request a meeting either in person or a public
discussion through this medium, private or public, I don't mind.  I
need to know about your friends, Cerise seemed to think that you
were a mage and from what I understand only a shaman can conjure
wasp spirits.  Correct me if I am wrong, but had you previously
summoned those spirits or had someone summoned them for you and
given control to you ?  If it was not you who summoned the spirits
then I need to talk to the shaman who did.  I would also appreciate
a visit to your headquarters. 

Now please don't take these as demands, they are not, they are
requests.  I have been instructed to learn, not judge or to
attack.  Indeed it would be myself who would be going into danger
by going to your headquarters.  I ask you to consider my request
carefully, up to now the little that is known about insects is bad,
it is up to you Mr Lowe to persuade me otherwise but to do so you
must be open with me on every facet of your organization. 

I look forward to hearing from you Brandon Lowe. ]<<<<<
        -The Powerhouse (14:48:24/5.8.54)

>>>>>[ Well I just finish my request to Mr Lowe and think to myself,
"I fancy a pint", so nipping into my back room, behind the false
panel, I go.  The blast of cool air from the air conditioner hit's me
and the smell of hops wafts into the air as I scan the wall for my
favourite pint pot.  Reaching up to the wall I think to myself
"ello, there's a space here where there should be a keg", "Arrrggh",
I shout as I relaise I'm down a keg of Theakstons XB then drop by
favourite pot which smashes onto the floor.  "Some theiving little
bugger's nicked my beer" I scream.  Then turning around I notice
another keg is gone, "My Owd Rodger !!, no please not that".  After
ranting and raving for several minutes I fetch another pot and down a
few pints of Number 3.  Slightly calmed down I check the logs on my
computer for any entries, what do I find, the entire last weeks
entries are deleted !!!  I check the locks and escape route and find
nothing.  The only signs are the deleted records and missing beer.  I
go and check with Stan the door man downstairs to see if he remebers
anyone, "Nope, no one" he chimes, but I think he's lying, thats a new
suit and that aftershave is better than the one he normally wears.

So after a bit of cajoling he comes clean that a young girl
approached him several days ago with 100 Y in her hand and asked
him to take a walk round the block.  He says she persuaded him that
no crime was going to be committed but that Joe Thatcher (My
assumed name for times when the street name isn't suitable) wanted
to bring back a whole group of young girls that he'd just met and
seeing as this was against the housing association's rules he
didn't want Stan to get into trouble.  So Stan says he took the
money went on a walk for about 5 minutes and came back, nothing was
out of order, but he did say that he re ran the tapes so he could
see what sort of tottie (Stan's words not mine) I was picking up
(dirty old man).  Of course he didn't see me, because I was never
there but he didn't see anything else either.  So I get him to run
the tapes back, then after a few attempts I notice a clock in the
background, at one point it says 10:55 then it says 10:50 then
times ticks by as it goes to 10:55 again, then it jumps to 11:00. 

Armed with the pieces of this little burglary I can now see who was
responsible, a)  A decker was involved due to my security records and
the housing blocks records being tampered with.

b)  Someone knew exactly how to get past my security which unless
you know the backdoor codes is virtually impossible.

c)  Someone knew exactly where the secret panel was though they
didn't know anything about real ale or else they would have taken
the very best beer. 

d)  Someone has a bloody warped sense of humor by implicating me
into some kind of under age sex orgy.

Now I wonder who fits that description  ?

I.B.A.  your butt is mine.  You are going to pay BIG
time!!!!!!!]<<<<< 
        -The Powerhouse (15:26:14/5.8.54)

>>>>>[ I didn't honest.  I have no idea who it was and I resent
those accusations.  If you want to make something out it then it's
up to you.  But I haven't touched your stupid beer ]<<<<<
        -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**)

>>>>>[Diane: This is David Henry. Please credit SpotOn with 400K and
pick up the chopper. ReRun the Helicopter Ad in the paper.  Tell
Morrison that if he doesn't give me 200 on the 50 calibers, He can go
screw in a lightbulb. How are the Resumes for Azanara's position? Is
that little weasel fixer you sent me the best investment man you
could find? At least Azanara's hands were clean got to do better,
Diane. You know, Diane, I was never one to wonder if a tree made any
noise when it fell in the forest and there was no one around to hear
it. Please send a memo to all employees of Zeta Enterprises to the
effect that a tree will ALWAYS make noise when it falls in the
forest. I was kind of dissappointed that we still have not found a
new designer. If I can't find one by the 15th, call up Kawashima and
let him finish the job. Buy 10000 shares of Yoshida when it hits 100,
sell my EONPP bonds to that religious cult. Jesus Lopez, Diane, Don't
let me invest in power companies anymore until we _know_ that they
are power companies.  Increase the allowed winnings at Kyoto by 3%,
and run the "Get Lucky" spot. When is the new line of Sims coming
out? Fax Paris and tell them that the patterns are terrible and that
we'll go with the line from New Delhi. Mmmm, Injuns. Have we found a
more reliable source of fiber optics, how about in Seattle? Also,
armour plates, tell New Detroit to get stuffed, there is a great
supplier in Sacremento. Also, the arena site is a mess, hire some
leathernecks to clean up the area. That's all for now, Diane. Make
sure that you get my dossiers ready for the trip to Korea next week.
D. Henry out.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <10:00:00 8-5-54>

>>>>>[My name has been called. . .Who requests me?]<<<<<
        --  Tearchild <10:25:43/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Never mind Gawk, I'm sure if you pay someone they'll love you
*Grin*. Well you old fart, you might as well go out for a drink on
the Town together, since, if Phoenix is right, I'll be seein' alot of
your ugly mug for a time. 

'ere Blitzkrieg we haven't really met so howz'a about coming out
with me an' Gawk (if he ain't still sulking). I got this brilliant
guide to Boston that I.B.A. sent me. Meet me at the Criter Bar
about 21:30. It'll be an experience. 

Powerhouse - you can't get hold of anymore of that "stuff" can you ?
I'm gaspin' Totee ? you 'aven't got a Northern working for you 'ave
you 'cos he probably drank the stuff 'imself

Oh Norm, don't worry about Gawk - he's a nice lad .... or sa I'm
told ...]<<<<< 
  --WHAT(16:46:23/05-08-54)

>>>>>[ Not to worry you or anything, but Oni are definately NOT
minor demons.  They are the main demonic minions within the
Japanese Mythos. ]<<<<<
    -- Lightfinger <8-5-54/11:18:00>

>>>>>[ Well, I sure have had a little excitement these past few
days...

I went out near the Saader-Krupp warehouse near downtown Seattle.  A
little cozy spot...NOT. I was looking for that group of 6 shamans
who were supposed to be around in the area.  Boy, did I find them.

First, I was attacked by two spider spirits.  Rather low-powered, and
didn't take the end of a Spirit Bolt spell rather well.  I then got
nailed by the three insect shamans, along with a toxic water
elemental.  Let me tell you, chummers...Toxics are nasty.  Luckily, I
brought along a good friend of mine who just happened to be a
physical adept.  Sammy went after the toxic with his killing hands,
while I focused on defending ourselves against the insect shamans.

The calvary, if you consider it that, arrived about this time in the
form of a unit of Tir Tairngire paladins, under the control of
Saader-Krupp's boss, Lofwyr.  Combat was joined, and after about a
minute, everything was dead around us.  A few of the paladins took
some nasty bumps, as did our soaking wet physical adept.

Lone Star finally got their butts there right after Sammy and I
left. The paladins had to deal with them, thankfully.

Anyways, Sammy and I are resting up to go after the toxic shamans,
who escaped the carnage.  See you on the flip side... ]<<<<<
    -- Lightfinger <8-5-54/11:36:00>

>>>>>[SpotOn, in our relatively short communiques, I fear I've
perhaps missed your occupation. Both I and my credstick are getting
itchy for action, and I still want to know where ol' Flashfire
went. Nothin' like getting my hopes up...]
        -- Mercer [55:00:87|16-33-83]

>>>>>[D. Henry: I've heard some scuttlebutt about a new virtual
game. Being something of an arcade afficianado, I am naturally
interested in this. If you need beta-testing, VRG (virtual reality
game) hints and tips, or even some help designing this, I might be
interested. Perhaps you have need of a consultant? Here's a brief
resume. Graduated Case Western Reserve Univ. with high honors
(second in class) and a Master's in Matrix systems in 3 yrs. I'm
skilled in theory, design and use of computers. If you need any
other information, feel free to ask.]<<<<< 
        -- Mercer [25:97:06|32-14-98]

>>>>>[What happen after that then ?  did Lugh Surhand, turn up, push
Ehran out of the limmo, and say "Wow, your really great chummer! how
about I let you run Tir for me then I can go back to gardening".

Fragging BTL user - get a life, don't buy one !]<<<<<
  -- Torch (17:56:15/08-05-54)

>>>>>[Mercer:  I am still monitoring...I am underground right now,
however I will be running some time around Aug. 6.  If you need to
know anything from me just post and I will get back to you as soon as
possible.]<<<<<
        -- Flashfire <10:00:00/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Cowboy: I can't find DOA.  Been looking for her all day and all
night.  I fear that she has gone back to where I first met her.  I
don't /know/ what sparked that.  The imagined threat to Norm, I
think.  Though, there must be more.  Perhaps I've been pushing too
hard.  Oh, damn... I've been looking...  but her aura is so small.
Unique, yes...  but it's always been weak.  And if she's near tech...
hell, she blends right fragging in.  A few more hours, and I'm
transmitting a general discription of her.  Not wise for a young
runner, but damn... 

It's better than being knifed in the street.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <12:24:26 / 5.8.54>

>>>>>[To my dimwitted friend WHAT: 
        ha ha, nice line you had der
        WHATadork "Hi, is yer pop a thief?"
        two-ton-tricia "Why?"
        WHATawannabee "I think he stold a star and put it in yer
                eye!" 

Har, Har, get real dude, this isn't high school anymore!

I also did some work today.  The girl I picked up last night was a
secretary at Doc Jones place of employment.  Anyone have any
specific questions I should ask her?]<<<<<
        --  Gawk  <12:34:45 / 8-5-54>

>>>>>[Brandywine, I know where the kid is.  Assuming she did what she
said she'd do when the pressure got too much, she's in the Mt. St.
Helen's park area.  Once, many years ago, we went down there to get
out of the city for a while and she said that it was so tranquil that
she could just forget her troubles there.  I'll do an astral scan and
if she's in the area, get a chopper and fly down to get her.  Poor
kid.]<<<<< 
        --  Norman Yoshida <12:38:00 / 04-05-54>
            Executive Assistant
            Yoshida Technologies

>>>>>[Found her.  As I suspected, she's down in the park area.  I'll
grab a chopper off the roof and fly down there in a few minutes, just
have to file a bloody flight plan with the Yoshida Tower.  Looks like
I finally get to use those chopper lessons I've been getting.]<<<<<
        --  Norman Yoshida <12:48:45 / 08-05-54>
            Executive Assistant
            Yoshida Technologies

>>>>>[Let me see if I have this straight, Norm.  A Troll Eagle
Shaman who is not only pretty good in a firefight, but can also fly
a helicopter?]<<<<< 
        --  Ramirez <>

>>>>>[Don't forget I also have a datajack, so I could go decking if I
knew how.]<<<<<
        --  Norman Yoshida <12:51:23 / 08-05-54>
            Executive Assistant
            Yoshida Technologies

>>>>>[You big goofy Troll.]<<<<<
        --  Ramirez <>

>>>>>[*big sigh of relief* Thanks, Norman.  If she wants...  and if
you're willing...  maybe it would be a better idea to have her stay a
few days with you.  It might be something she needs.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <13:03:10 / 5.8.54>

>>>>>[She just needs someone to talk to.  Sierra gets kinda
withdrawn when she's stressed sometimes.]<<<<<
        --  Norman Yoshida <13:24:40 / 08-05-54>
            Executive Assistant
            Yoshida Technologies

>>>>>[Ok.  Again, thankyou, Norman.  Pheonix:  I want to thank you
also for the offers and understanding.  I think that, at least for
the next couple weeks, the trip is off.  I'm going to back off and
give Sierra some room.  It's not that she's a bad decker, or that I
fear for her safety in this matter.  She is well able to care for
herself.  I just want her to make her own decisions.  I fear that I
have not been giving her room to do that.]<<<<<
        --  Brandywine <13:26:30 / 5.8.54>

>>>>>[Mercer: Call Diane, my secretary, and she'll get you an
appointment to take a look at what we're working on, our last
designer left rather unexpectedly while working out the last design
flaws. If you love action and excitement, you'll like this. I need
a reference to some other work you might have done with arena
sports games, that I might check out. No promises or anything, but
if you have the skill and the will, you might be the one to take up
this dynamic project with Zeta Enterprises.]<<<<< 
        -- D. Henry <1:00:00/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Wanted: Hi Performance Combat Cabable Helicopters, Ares
Dragons or larger prefered. Will pay cash.

Wanted: 50 caliber vehicle mountable guns, will pay cash.

Wanted: Reliable fiber optics manufacturer to supply new Arena
sport, will give percent and free advertisement space.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <1:00:01/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Are you the best robotics deisigner around? Do you like
Virtual sports? 

Then you can be rolling in NuYen designing the vehicles for
OPTICLASH a Zeta Enterprises venture. ]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <1:00:02/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Wanted: Finacial genius to be right and make lots of money/
keep a fortune safe. Eccentric free-wheeling businessman promises a
provisional life of Riley. "Get the things money can't buy with
Zeta Enterprises."]<<<< 
        -- D. Henry <1:00:03/8-4-54>

>>>>>[Wanted: Zeta Enterprises is looking for security personnell to
handle a special commerical reknewal task. Fanatic loyality a must.
Knowledge of heavy weapons, hand-to-hand combat, and small
explosives prefered, on the job training available. Discretion
assured. 1923.08 NuYen/week + free equipment and uniform. Dental
Plan available.]<<<<<
        --  null

>>>>>[Amelia, I apologize for any confusion, but I had sent word to
you via courier that we would be arriving shortly. I should have also
posted that to this network, but did not know if you would be
monitoring such a mundane platform as this.

FraterNay and KHANx - have you both lost your minds? First, you're
dating. I don't understand this at all from FraterNay's point of
view, and KHANx obviously doesn't realize he's playing with a
little hellcat. And the part I don't understand is this sudden
decision to not employ Gryphon to make the fabric, and to just
stroll past the security guards at Gatwick with our little trinkets
stuffed into our suitcases. Gods, you've all gone crazy. 

Anyway, in case you wonder where I've been - and I'll point out that
no one has bothered to call or stop by to see if I've even been alive
- Gryphon, Ragman, and I have been working ourselves sick. We've got
enough of that fabric to cover most everything.  We'll need to carry
everything on board the suborbital and wrap it immediately before
touching down on the Isle. Getting it out of Seattle should be a
piece of cake. I believe Prophet still has a few favors he can call
in with the outgoing inspection officials????

So don't tell me we're going on some fly-by-night carrier, KHANx.
And don't tell me we're not using the fabric, Sister mine.

We're going with Amelia's tickets, with our goodies all packed
snuggly in our suitcases, and enough of that fabric to make a
kimono for a troll. In fact, that's exactly how we're getting it on
the plane without notice. 

You asked me to take care of the arrangements, Amelia, and I did.  We
leave Saturday morning. My apartment is now open should you all like
to begin filtering in sometime soon.

*grumble, moan, bitch* No calls. *rumble* No visits. *whine* Work
myself to death and what do they do. They change the plans.
Miserable ingrateful ...]<<<<<
        -- Millhaus <15:09:26/05-Aug-54>


>>>>>[ Brandywine:  If your so worried about DOA getting killed
everytime she takes off, you should consider convincing her to learn
some fighting skill. Doesn't matter if it's martial arts, melee
weapons, or firearms, NOBODY should be on the streets of Seattle
without a way to defend themselves. ]<<<<< 
        -- Cerise <13:29:29/08-05-54>

>>>>>[ D. Henry:  What type of novice sends corporate memos to
Shadowland?  I guess it's your type of novice.  Who let this twit in
here? ]<<<<< 
        -- Cerise <13:33:33/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Oh, I feel much better now]<<<<<
    -- Red <16:29:34/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Encrypt: Diane only

Diane- This is David Henry.y. Somebody has been decrypting my memos
again, find out who it is this time and seal it. I got no time for
this penny-annie corporate espionage nonsense. Also did you send out
the memo about the tree yet? I am looking forward to it. D. Henry
out]<<<<< 
        -- D. Henry <15:30:00/8-4-54>

>>>>>[I hardly see D Henry as a typical businessman, and wouldn't
neccesarily cal him a twit for posting want ads to Shadowland. After
all, some of the best and brightest representatives of the personnel
types that he seeks are on this board. I myself have had occasion to
inquire about help in my investigations from here for the same
reasons. 

Granted, Mr. Henry is unlikely to find actual applicants;
Shadowrunners are, after all, notoriously independent. But their
fixers and other contacts may learn of the information and be able
to put it to good use.]<<<<< 
        --  Cooper <15:40:21/8-6-54>
        
>>>>>[ I just can't stand the idea of compulsory attendance, even if
it's just 4 times a year.  I'm just to spontanteous for that.
However, I did mind talking to your mage friends, some of them are
cute.  As for Paris, I'll have to think about it.  I don't have a
passport and Cyberbrains might get jealous. ]<<<<<
        -- Cerise <13:57:57/08-05-54>

>>>>>[ Powerhouse, I can garentee you that Lowe is a hemertic mage.
I can also tell you that it was most definately I.B.A. who grabbed
your beer.  He's been selling it to somebody and doing a bad job of
keeping it a secret.  That girl was probably the way to young girl
he's been bragging about picking up.  Do me a favor and slap him
around really hard when you catch him. ]<<<<< 
        -- Raven the Mage <14:00:49/08-05-54>

>>>>>[ Gee, Cooper, I would have thought an important agent of the
F-B-I like you would be able to figure out that I was talking about
the memo to his secretary and not the want ads.  I beginning to
really doubt the usefulness of our government. ]<<<<<
        -- Cerise <14:14:14/08-05-54>

>>>>>[I would love to meet you at a bar, WHAT.  I would suggest that
Gawk come along as well for I got an idea.  While we are waiting for
things to get a little more stable like, the three of us, should pay
campus a visit, as . . . Well I'll wait for the discussion for
that.]<<<<< 
        -- Blitzkrieg <17:17:34EDT/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Brandywine, your welcome.  I hope everything works itself out
alright.]<<<<<
        -- Phoenix <17:18:30EDT/8-5-54>

>>>>>[SpotOn and Mercer-  Hey there chummers,  I heard ya'll
yammerin' about Flashfires ol' job. My name is Shocker, and I was in
on the ground level on this gig.  But, 'fore ya come a askin' NO,
Flashy did not lay the load on me.  I'm just sittin tight for the
16th.  If ya wanna meet somewheres just gimme a ring]<<<<<
        --  Shocker <16:25:01/6-5-54>

>>>>>[Gawk, do you something that Blitzkrieg and I don't.  Doc Jones,
has no employment here in Boston. In matter of fact the only
connections that we know of is through MIT&M, and she graduated from
there. 

Hmmmmm, I wonder if Shadowfox could shed some light on this.]<<<<<
        -- Phoenix <17:23:57EDT/8-5-54>

>>>>>[She wouldn't have a working place there unless she was paid a
lot of money.  She hated her time in Boston.  Which is why I found it
puzzling that Bruce, her ex, ended up at MIT&M.  As I recall, she
hated when I mentioned MIT&M to her at all.]<<<<<
        -- Shadowfox<15:25:43/8-5-54>

>>>>>[Perhaps, Cerise, the kind of novice that would post to
Shadowland is a thinking novice. Didja ever notice how the private,
small-business world (i.e. Shadowrunners who don't have nuyen oozing
out their ears) is a lot more cost-efficient and effective than most
corp types? And besides, we have lived life to the lees; if a game is
exciting for us, consider what it is for the average Joe! But enough
defense for now. If anyone cares, I just called Henry's sec, and
she's going to get back to me in a few minutes. D. Henry: the best
reference I can give you is the Seattle Timberwolves. I designed
their state-of-the-art virtual training facility a few years back.
Louis Andretti is the guy you want to call at their front office. If
you need more, I'll dig deeper into me memory.]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [09:77:45|89-14-55]

>>>>>[Flashfire: I can wait for the low-down on whatever it is you
have brewing. SpotOn and Shocker: Shocker had a good idea about
meeting. How 'bout Matchstick's tomorrow afternoon? Ought to be
pretty empty that time of day, and the bartender is a good friend of
mine. If you can make it, I'll see ya there, and if not, I'll hear
from ya later!]<<<<< 
        -- Mercer [25:39:90|08-05-99]

*****ENCRYPT:KHANx^Only 
>>>>>[KHANx, I told you that was what Millhaus was up too!  That was
why we hadn't heard from him lately.  And you said I had just had too
much bourbon .  Our truely beloved Millhaus is always, if nothing
else, overly cautious.  And you said our little announcement would
send him into hiding!  You underestimate my cunning.  I trust you
shan't make the same mistake again? See you at the appointed time at
Millhaus's flat.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <20:08:23/05 Aug 54>

*****ENCRYPT:Millhaus*Only+ 
>>>>>[Millhaus, how wonderful of you too have been so busy. I
suspected you were busy.  You know I would have known if anything had
happened to you my dear.  You are always present in my thoughts.
Thanks for the use of your flat.  I'm Sooooo looking forward to
seeing Amelia again.  You know what she means to me.  Oh, by the way,
the fact that I can BE a 'snake charmer' doesn't mean I wish to
partake of it's venom.  Kiss, Kiss.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <20:14:46/05 Aug 54>

>>>>>[ Journey, I am now able to travel, how about we get together at
Flittermouse's 'shindig' tomorrow. You implied that you had business
in the NAN, or would at least be travelling there, I would enjoy such
a trip, it would give me time to catch up with old chummers. ]<<<<<
        --  Fenris <19:21:43/08-05-54>

>>>>>[ Hey chummers, I finally managed to get rid of that bloody
Dragon, all you guys and gals from the dragonteam can pick your cut
up at the do, or send NF an account number. Hey Flitter, I'll bring
along my piece and see whether I can't convince you to start using
a good rifle instead of those wimpy pistols. ]<<<<<
        --  SpotOn <19:42:21/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Focus Fiends:  I'll be there at the designated place and time.
Millhaus, you little busybody!  I thought you had just found a new
boy toy to keep you busy.]<<<<<
        --  Kendra <20:18:17/05-08-54>

>>>>>[ Hey Mercer, I got a better idea, why don't you two turn up to
Flitter's do, everyone else is gonna be there. ]<<<<<
        --  NodeFaerie <20:21:32/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Mercer: I would love to be there, I will try to make it at or
around 17:00.  Minimal info, to touchy right now.  Tomorrow I have to
deal with Lone Star's DMV, so I might be running a little late, you
know red tape.]<<<<<
        -- Flashfire <18:55:00/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Dear Brothers and Sisters of our Universal Humanity.  While it
is truly a sad occurence that a group of misguided vandals should
raze our Puyallup Chapterhouse for some imagined slight.  Still, we
forgive these blinded elves, and welcome them as well as all others
into our arms. Join us, and we shall show you how to unleash your
inner abilities, and to reach your highest potential.  All races, all
professions, no one is turned away.  Join us, and find Universal
Love.]<<<<< 
        -- Jeremy Davidson 
           Seattle Chapter President
           Universal Brotherhood 
           <20:45.32/08.05.54>

>>>>>[Bunny Toulouse here with Seattle Newslink.  As of last night,
the governor still had no comments or leads as to the attack on the
Puyallup Chapterhouse of the Universal Brotherhood.  As she said "We
will spare no expense to find the perpetrators of this despicable
crime.  The thought that criminals would vandalize a group of such
generous and humane people is appalling."

Currently, Lone Star has no leads other than loose ties to the
go-gang known as the Ancients.  And now, back to our SeaHawks
game.]<<<<< 
        --Roving Reporter <21:00.25/08.05.54>

>>>>>[Hey guys! Did you get a load of that Drek?  Like the UB is
some nice girl scout troop....Oh, hey shut up, the telecom is
connecting... 

Fenris, I'll meet you at the party, will be good to meet some new
blood. I've had to deal with those stuffy Brits for the last 3
years.  Anyway, hope they have some good single malt, Glenmoirangie
or Glenlivet.  And maybe
-----BBBBZZZZZZZZZZZZZ________________----------------zZZZZZZZZZZ
HEY!!! WHAT THE FRAG IS THAT BUZZING??  JEEZ WHAT THE HELL IS
THAT??? OH DREK!!!! CONTACT!!!!!
$KSAJFDJA#@!%!%&!&KDSAJReq^q#ahbbbBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBZZZZZZZZZZ
____________________________________________________ If you would
like to make a call, please insert your credstick into the
convenient slot. __________________________  We're sorry, your call
cannot be completed as dialed, please check the number and try
again.  Thank you for using Seattle Telelink._______]<<<<< 
        --Journey <21:08.45/08.05.54>
>>>>>[Please note, your call cannot be refunded, and you will be
held responsible for any damage to this telecom system.  Once
again, thank you for using Seattle Telelink]<<<<<

>>>>>[...those fraggin, dragon loving, frog sucking, bulldrek
wizbugs....those mirrorshades cost me 5,000 =Y=.  Those FRAGGING BUGS
ARE GONNA PAY!!!! Oh, hey, this telecom is working, Sabre.

Fenris, where was I?  Oh yeah, see you at the party.  Be there soon.
Later Chummer.]<<<<<
        --Journey <21:16.50/08.05.54>

>>>>>[Fortunato, I think we should lay low for awhile.  We just got
hit by some bugs.  That shaman chummer of yours, he handle himself
o.k. for a wizboy.  But we got two more brothers to bury.  We're
running out of Ancients bro.]<<<<<
        --Sabre <21:20.15/08.05.54>

***** Encrypt: DoomCode305 
>>>>>[ Doomsday, I've found little so far in the Matrix on this
raid/kidnap. The only bit that has shown up so far is a rental van
that showed up with blood in the rear compartment when it was turned
in.  It was rented in that part of the city, at 10pm Thursday, and
turned in at 8am Friday.  The renter "dissapeared" before the rental
agency inspected the vehicle, having paid with a certified credstick.

*****[Include Full Data Filedump]

Hope this gives you some help in your search. ]<<<<<
        -- Wiz <16:12:23/8-5-54>

>>>>>[ Cerise -- Only NOW do you begin to doubt the usefulness of
our wonderful UCAS government? ]<<<<<
        -- Wiz <18:42:34/8-5-54>

>>>>>[FRAG!!!!!!!  I knew that I should have scrambled that message
on the bugs.  They have found me.  OK.  I want everyone out there to
know that if anyone is planning a run on the UB to let me know.  All
those fraggin bugs need to meet death with horrible nasty pointy
teeth.  I know I am just a samuria but, I have a mean streak a mile
wide.  Gimme the word and I will pick up my raid can, amo bag with
depleted raid rounds and my squirt gun with DMSO/Raid.  And just to
keep the pesty fraggers off my back, I will carry some Off.  These
things killed off a whole group of Spetznatz troopers that I was
runnin with.  I got many friends who will join in on any UB squishing
run.]<<<<< 
        --Cowboy <11:11:12/08-05-54>

>>>>>[Hoi Chummers!  This is Bunny Toulouse of Seattle Newsfeed, and
I am proud to announce an exclusive contract with Nexus to provide a
newsfeed to Shadowland for the Seattle area.  Of course, we will
always try to do our best to provide news which has bearing and
interest to you the runners of the world.

And our top story, The Beaux Arts neighborhood in Seattle was
shocked today when the manor house of Dr. Nicholas MacGregor
exploded in a fiery inferno.  Dr MacGregor, well known as a shaman
and participant of the Great Ghost Dance.  He was many times
connected to various Shadowruns against major corporations such as
Fuchi, Renraku and Ares Macrotechnology.  Preliminary reports have
confirmed that the body of an elven male was found on the
premises.  And further investigation has positivel identified the
DNA of Dr MacGregor.  He was best known as Mirage, Stormwind, and
many other affectionate and sometimes sinister aliases.  Many of
the shadowrunner community will sorely miss him.]<<<<< 
        --Roving Reporter <22:00.00/08.05.54>

>>>>>[Hahahahaha! And even the bugs that tried to ice me miss me.
Hahahaha! Boy, don't they think that I couldn't fake my own DNA
scan.  Jeez. 

Fortunato, I am sorry about Sabre.  He died bravely, and I am
indebted to his spirit, and his bravery.

As for biz, I understand that I might be able to find a buyer for
some land up in Beaux Arts.  Some demolition/reclamation may be
required.  Cost me 800,000 =Y=, but I'll take 500,000.  Any
offers.]<<<<< 
        --Journey <22:15.12/08.05.54>

>>>>>[Wyrm- I'm sorry about making you smell the data sewer, but they
locked up the sky. Whatever thgy're giving me is causing all this
lack of control~}}} They want the designs that EONNP lost in the
flood{. 

I don't understand it, they've shut down OCIS{ its like it was never
even there I don't know how l{n{ I4csa long I can hold out,{
I'm{slipping a little more every day. There are scars on my beautiful
body and I can't see so well anymore.

oh frag]<<<<
        -- William 6174 <00:04:45/5-8-54>

>>>>>[Mr. Onyx- Mr. Henry is in the market for another five Dragons
(or larger model) the going rate for Dragon in excellent condition
(such as Mr. Mercer's) is 400K, We will pick them up from wherever
in Seattle you have them, or if you want you can bring them to our
hanger. We will pay cash if it checks out.]<<<<<
        -- Diane <8:47:33/8-5-54>

>>>>>[ WHAT, yes I do have some more beer though I'm clean out of XB
and Owd Rodger right at this moment.  But as to a Northerner drinking
the stuff I seriously doubt it.  As far as I can tell IBA nicked the
stuff and Raven confirmed that for me (thanks Raven).  But when
you're in Seattle next if you fancy a drink one night then contact me
and I'll give you my address.  ]<<<<<
     -The Powerhouse (14:28:57/6.8.54)

>>>>>[ Oh I forgot to ask, Raven, why has IBA got you so ticked off ?
As to giving him a slapping don't worry, he'll be sorry when I catch
up with him. I see he hasn't changed though, still going for young
girls who don't know any better.  I can see he needs to be taught a
lesson. ]<<<<< 
     -The Powerhouse (14:31:59/6.8.54)

>>>>>[ Ah Cerise, a passport is no problem at all, all you need is a
fake credstick.  You do have one don't you ?  As to the old Scottie,
who cares, he'll be ok :) ]<<<<<
     -The Powerhouse (14:34:10/6.8.54)

>>>>>[ PH, I told you, I didn't take your beer, and if you so much
as come near me I'll shoot you ! ]<<<<<
     -I.B.A. (**:**:**/**.**.**) &!@#!.....[SIGNAL DISCONECT]

>>>>>[ Well, well.  IBA obviously didn't here me come into the room,
and when I saw your message PH and IBA's threat to shoot you I
thought I should do something.  Besides you're right he does need to
be taught a lesson, bedding 15 year olds is just not on.  We're over
at Speeds place recovering after a little run we made the other
night.  We could have used you there as fighting fire elementals with
a mono-whip is not my idea of fun.  IBA is trussed up and unconsious
and suffering from dump shock.  Raven if you would like to come over
and help teach IBA a lesson we'd be most grateful for the magical
touch.  As to shooting anyone, I disarmed him and moved all guns well
out of his reach when he comes round.  Oh I nearly forgot the place
is errmm, **SPEED-SpecialEncrypt Speed's Address**.  Good thing Speed
knows how to code or else everyone on the net would know that
address. ]<<<<< 
     -Punisher (14:42:57/8.6.54)

>>>>>[ Thanks Punisher, I don't take IBA's threats lightly
especially seeing as he's only slightly slower than I am. ]<<<<<
     -The Powerhouse (14:45:11/6.8.54)

>>>>>[Encrypt: Diane only

Diane- this is David Henry. Well this new encyrption better be okay.
Make sure that Davis kid never works again, if there is one thing I
hate, its some kid messing around with my memos. I liked your memo on
the Trees, you state my point eloquently. Sometimes I wonder why that
Japanese guy aksed me that question, oh well.  Divest from the
Stockholm group, they're piecing me off and put the capital in that
New York firm. That pistonhead Cooper is checking me out again. Why
doesn't UCAS chase criminals around like that asphalt LaRonde?
Anyway, if he starts bothering any of the board members get them an
order to have Cooper cease and desist. Yoshida has been looking
pretty firm, get me out of that risky wheat futures stuff and buy
another 20,000 shares, that should do until we hire a new Chief
Finacial Officer. With whatever's left over, invest in that
Sacremento steel company, that will really get New Detroit's goat.
Tell Ares that I don't give a shift what the contract says about not
taking documents, Tsechida left of his own free will and didn't steal
and company secrets. I need Tsechida for Opticlash, he's no fragging
greasemonkey and thats what these boys don't seem to understand. I
like the India lines I've seen. We'll go with that for our East coast
stims. How many more days until the end of August? Holy mojave, I
went to the Timberwolves training facility and played with that kid,
Mercer's toys, this stuff is smooth, get me his permanent record. If
he checks out, then have him come see me this afternoon or something,
I'll see if not a fork and if not then we got our genius. Have we
hired any thugs, er, security patrolmen to clean up my arena? I want
them whacking scum by Monday. That's all for now. D. Henry out.]<<<<<
        -- null

>>>>>[Cowboy, I have met only one samurai who DIDN'T have a streak a
mile wide.

I'm not posting the details of what I saw in the EONPP Matrix.
Suffice it to say there was nothing unusual, other than what
William warned us about. 

BTW, William, can you meet me realtime here in Tulsa? I know some
safe spots in the area so that you can explain this glove-thing. I
think I can arrange a ride.]<<<<<
        --  Jaez <10:37:21/8-6-54>

>>>>>[ Doomsday -- William 6174's physical location may soon become
irrelevant.  Information acquired from Alpha Unit suggests that Data
Spigot 3 is matrixlinked to 6174. 
...hon3!*[B n n 4] at [tjj]!Q\g[nBOQT'kgHQoQ3ou] Q#gwnw delta(pi^x)  y baBG#
gh Datastruture modeALPHA: Masking

Continue 'Not Me' execution?: Y
Continue 'Thataway' execution?: Y
Execute 'Wazzat'

KL: JH@(* lk ( TY* H%(PQ*Y IOQ Q(#&T(QVN( B()(NB_%&N IOP)*%^!)&NB_)N
%KGIU$Y#KDNGnoi<BYtpHTOIPNNT9n3b n8p9y35h;oNGb y8 Q*50  h.... Alpha
furthur reports that dissection of the five dataspigots goes as can
be expected, and cross-linking should begin within 15 seconds, in
order to balance the flow-rate.]<<<<<
        -- The (Dead) Wyrm Ouroboros/Kappa (11:59:59/8-6-54)

>>>>>[ William 6174 -- disconnect as soon as possible.  My claws dig
into everything, and nothing is as clean as it seems.  Info that
Delta Unit has recovered bears strong resemblance to the EONNP
designs.  OCIS will return online for brief moments; the sysops are
being particularly irritable, and are trying to flush several
Self-induced viruses that should keep them busy, at least for a
short while.  If my Trace works as well as designed, We should have
your location within some few moments. Hold on, and we'll see if we
can't send Doomsday. 

Doomsday, We hope you are ready for a quickstrike.]<<<<<
        -- The (Dead) Wyrm Ouroboros/Kappa (12:00:23/8-6-54)

>>>>>[ Shadowfox -- you are it.  Acquire transport at gridpoint
2.5443x3.4544/**gridlink included**.  You will be guided from there.
**TripleCode**.  You know your job. ]<<<<<
        -- Splicer (11:55:41/8-6-54)

>>>>>[D. Henry -- how much are you paying for the birds?  I may have
access to a number of different types.  You said combat-capable?  I
do indeed have several of those -- but your 400k offer to Onyx will
simply not suffice in light of the ... alternate modifications.
Please contact with craft specifications.

.50 calibers?  Pintle mount, or hardpoint?  Furthur info, please.

Fiber optics -- contact Crystech for optics and processing systems.
Some of their latest designs are efficient at levels exponentially
higher than the best designs outcompany.  We are trying to acquire
a line to their inside.

Robotics/virtual sports -- I suggest you check out the Zepplin
Arcade, Fort Lewis.  No robotics, but a virtual combat simulator
second to none. Talk to the owner, Reflex -- he designed most of
the system, and its interaction is rather precise.

Financial Genius, eh?  *snicker*  Aren't we all looking for them?

Please contact quickly; my stock moves rather rapidly. 
Alternatively, allow Ms. Diane to do so.

Incidentally, what .did. you mean by calling my name?]<<<<<
        -- J. Lopez, Comptroller, Clearing House Ltd
           (12:13:06/8-6-54)

>>>>>[You know, this D Henry guy's office leaks like a
collander.]<<<<< 
        --  Jaez <11:00:12/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Ah, Cerise, fellow hermetic, I was defending Mr. Henry's
previous ads for a Dragon, which I believe were meant for this and
other boards. His secretarial posts are most puzzling.

Mr. Henry, if you do find it within your heart to read this board,
be aware that my investigation is routine in every way. We are
suspicious of anyone who solicits the Shadow community for
equipment, especially for such large and rare items as an Ares
Dragon. You realize, of course, that as corporation you may legally
arm them with the proper permits. Why, in this amazing age of
computerized convenience, the process time should take only 6
months after registerring both the vehicle and weapons.]<<<<< 
        --  Cooper <11:07:21/8-6-54>

>>>>>[The call has been sent forth for my aid. Who requests it?

Young William, you are a troubled man. After reading all the related
posts, it has become apparent that you are toying with temporal
forces with powers that exceed you own. Be like the Eagle; be strong
and resist them, while keeping a sharp eye out for the right
opportunity. 
 
Fenris, I am an old man and cannot travel as often as I wish. if you
truly desire my aid in helping you follow your path, you must come to
me.]<<<<<
        --  Tearchild <11:10:21/8-6-54>

>>>>>[The Universal Brotherhood.  A greater den of disease and bile
never existed outside of Congress.... Gods and Goddesses above, who
babbled an 'exclusive contract' to Shadowland Seattle for a newsfeed?
RR, you ain't the only Pirate out there -- or even non-pirate.

Mr. Jeremy Davidson -- how's that Ant Queen of yours?  Inner
abilities, highest potential, by Panther's tail!  Of course nobody
is turned away -- one way or another, every body is useful for
bringing in another insect spirit.  And don't deny it, drekhead --
I've been there, I've seen it, I've had to peel one of your
diseased spirits out of a 'homo sapiens'.  I don't mind a little
predatory progress, but you go too far. 

I'm not surprised that the Governor's pushing for this.  It gets the
Ancients out of her hair, promotes her in the eyes of the public, and
probably increases her 'trust' inside the Octagon.  Didn't I see her
at last Thursday's meeting?]<<<<<
        -- Cat (Who:Walks/Through-All)

>>>>>[Hey y'all!  The decorations are up, the pinatas are stuffed and
the shooting gallery has been primed for the action.  I started the
coals for the barbeque this morning.  Grill time should be around
19:30 local time.

I see that a few of you are plannin' to stop by for some biz-chat.
Please do so!  So, far I've only met a small fraction of the shadow
crowd face-to-face and there will be PLENTY of food, guns, and
libation. 

There should be plenty of opportunity for private conversations (as
the Mariachi band that I hired should defeat any listening devices
within a two klick radius).  I am looking forward to making the meet.

Y'all be sure to where your best shit-kickers, hear?  Buzz 'til
later!]<<<<< 
   --  Flittermouse  <09:11:44PST/08-06-54>

>>>>>[That did it!  That did it!!  Beautiful!  Hot damn, William,
that's a pretty sight!  No wonder you liked working here.  Um,
unfortunately, well -- oh, alright, so it's not unfortunate.  EONNP
is currently running at 15% efficiency, their secrets are mine, and
their cutouts aren't working.  They'll have to turn the machine off
to keep from losing everything -- and I've already gotten what looks
to be the lion's share.  Um, Wil, I'm gonna sell this stuff to a corp
I know.  Don't worry, you'll get plenty -- I don't need ... cash ...
just now. 

Jaez, for a favor, I'll go wipe the Illuminati files on you. ]<<<<<
        -- The (Dead) Wyrm Ouroboros/Kappa (12:25:00/8-6-54)

>>>>>[ William, you're WHERE?!??  Drek, boy, how'd you get way the
frag out of .that. dodge?  There's no way.... waitaminnute. 
Time..... yeah, I guess you could have gotten that far.  Got any
wise ideas on how to get you out?]<<<<< 
        -- The (Dead) Wyrm Ouroboros/Delta (12:25:01/8-6-54)

>>>>>[ Fenris, sorry it took me so long to reply.  Regent and I have
been busy studying some new spells (I've got a wiz increase Strength
spell!).  I would love to join you (Me too), but your going to have
to put up with Regent (What do you mean?  I'm a good spirit).  You
better warn your friends too.  If their cute, male or female (I don't
understand this preoccupation you physical types have with sex), than
they might be the target of his advances.  I'll see you there. ]<<<<<
        -- Princess (and Regent) <09:59:03/08-06-54>

>>>>>[I've been wondering th' same thing, but I won't voice that
opinion openly 'cause everyone 'round here has this A) corp
mentatlity and B) endearing love that I find very unusual for such a
fragged up world such as that in which we live in.

So I'll just say that I find it rather unusual to see corp biz being
handled so frequently and openly on the nets...]<<<<<
        -- Onyx <07:21:46/06Aug54>

>>>>>[BEGINNING?  BEGINNING?  Geez Cerise, join th' club.  Most o'
us have BEEN doubting the use of the UCAS gov! ;) ]<<<<<
        -- Onyx <07:24:19/06Aug54>

>>>>>[ You sound alittle lonely, Onyx.  You should go get a date or
at least get laid. ]<<<<<
        -- Cerise <10:06:06/08-06-54>

>>>>>[ What did I.B.A. do?  He posted somemore of his sexist
propoganda and then had the gall to tease me about it.  Besides he
call me cutie.  And he's been bragging about picking up that
teenager. 

Punisher, thank you for taking care of I.B.A., but I don't what to
slap him around, especially since we'd have to fly back from Cuba
to do it.  Why don't you just tell him that if I find out he's been
picking up anyone who's not at least 18 that's I'll develop and
quicken a boils spell on him. ]<<<<< 
        -- Raven the Mage <10:11:49/08-06-54>

>>>>>[ I thought you guys were in Hawaii? ]<<<<<
        -- Cerise <10:12:12/08-06-54>

>>>>>[ We were on Tuesday and Wednesday, but then we flew to Cuba
for the rest of the week.  We'll probably be stopping by to see
Jaez tomorrow on our way back to Seattle. ]<<<<<
        -- Nightstalker <10:13:57/08-06-54>

>>>>>[ Oh.  Your really pulling out the stops on this trip.

Powerhouse, I guess I will join you for Paris.  Now which fake I.D.
should I use... ]<<<<<
        -- Cerise <10:15:15/08-06-54>

>>>>>[Crystech is a good find. They have just signed as the offical
supplier for opticlash. You will be paid the standard finders
fee.]<<<<< 
        -- Diane <12:00:00/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Mr. Cooper- Isn't there a crime you might be fighting right
now instead of bothering us entreuprener types? Oh I forgot, you
don't like Sims. Your some sort of meat and potatoes man. Listen,
make yourself useful and find out who is loitering on my Commerical
park. 

By the way, I have been registering the Dragons and when they are
ready for Opticlash, they will be fully liscensed so go wave you're
fragging papers at somebody else, you nibble (two-bit)
beauraucrat.]<<<<< 
        -- D. Henry<12:00:01/8-6-54>

>>>>>[ Well I got round to Speed's place not sometime this afternoon
and found Punisher waiting for me with a huge smile on his face.  It
seems that IBA had come round while I was traveling and was slightly
enraged at what Punisher said we were going to do to him.  Especially
when Punisher told him that Raven may pop in later on.  So I pop in
and myself, Speed and Punisher start trying to decide what physical
treatment we could give him.  First off I suggested humiliation so
while IBA is still tied up we strip off his clothes and dress him in
ladies undergarments and take a few pictures.  Then removing the
female undergarments making him naked once more we coat him in axle
grease and oil, then proceed to take more pictures.  By this time IBA
is getting most upset, shouting curses and threats about what he is
going to do when he gets out so I say to Punisher "You know I wonder
what would happen if that young girl saw pictures of the man of her
life trussed up like a turkey."  Hearing this IBA soon quientened
down, but I added "come to that I wonder how the whole runner
community would react to seeing pictures of you like this."  IBA
started cussing again and cursing so I said well you could tell me
where you stashed my beer ?  "I sold it" he cried, "oh yes" says I,
"and to whom", "Stormblade" he said.  Well eventually we found out
how much he sold it for, the XB for 200 and the Owd Rodger for 300
which just shows IBA's complete lack of knowledge about how much
decent real ale costs, he could have sold it for a lot more. "So what
do we do with him now Punisher ?" I said.  "Well we could still leave
him here till Raven gets here, then I'm sure she can teach him how to
show respect for ladies."  So out we go after placing some old
towels over IBA's middle so that Raven won't get a shock and relax
in the warm summers air feeling that justice has been done.  Poor
old IBA can still be heard crying out, he's started to plead now,
quite sad really. :) 

Well Raven, IBA is ready and waiting for you if you want to exact
your own revenge but we'll have to untie him by nightfall as
there's a problem with the ghouls out here.

Stormblade, I would like my beer back please.  We took the money
from one of IBA's certified credsticks so you will be
recompensed.]<<<<< 
        -The Powerhouse (18:11:14/6.8.54)

>>>>>[ Well it seems IBA gets to avoid the clutches of Raven.  Sorry
Raven I didn't realise you were out of town.  Well we released him
but he ain't too happy by far.  At the moment he's having a shower
but I think hes learn't his lesson. ]<<<<<
        -The Powerhouse (18:15:33/6.8.54)

>>>>>[Ready when you are matey, this 'otel bill is chewin' up me
cash, sa the sooner we move the better. I'll meet you folks at 10 o
clock at the same place. 

'ere Gawk the line you "heard" 'orf me, makes two in your repertoire
of chat up lines, an' the better one at that. Remember, stop drooling
over yourself, you'll look much better that way. See you tonight
bloater, an' bring a bib, we'll be eatin']<<<<<
        -WHAT(17:47:23/06-08-54)

>>>>>[Ta, Powerhouse, but it looks like we're gonna be out of town
(an' country) soon. There's a Decker named Stormblade that'll be
glad of the golden brew. Be seein' you mate.Ta again for your
offer.]<<<<< 
        -WHAT(17:56:23/06-08-54)

>>>>>[ Whoa, this machine is running too fast for me again, I nearly
missed your message about Paris Cerise.  Well you don't know how it
makes me feel to know that you have accepted, my heart races just at
the thought of you.  But alas though I am tempted to go straight away
I must contact Mr Lowe and find the truth behind his wasp spirits.
Prehaps you would care to join me on this quest for the truth,
having someone who can see into the astral is always most useful in
matters of this kind. 

P.S. You don't think we were too harsh on IBA do you ?  My consience
is saying that I was too hard, Punisher doesn't seem to think so
though, especially after the threat Raven made. ]<<<<<
        -The Powerhouse (18:35:28/6.8.54)

>>>>>[ I was just wondering how many ex pats we have here working the
shadows in Seattle.  There is myself, WHAT, Stormblade abd Highlander
(if you count Scotties :> ), any more ?   We should orgainse a big
booze up one night, I could have a word with Polish and my own beer
supplier in the UK, make it a night to remember.  ]<<<<<
        -The Powerhouse (18:45:04/6.8.54)

>>>>>[ Ahhhhhh ! just the though of it makes me eyes water ! Ph, your
a man of great heart and true gent. This short hop to Germany may be
fruitful in more ways than one. A couple of crates of their best may
escape into me hands. What a merry bit of hell raisin' we could do
then ! 

Folks - keep a bar stool warm for me !]<<<<<
        -WHAT(19:30:23/06-08-54)

>>>>>[ Sure, no problem, but don't let your heart race too much.
This isn't some exclusive thing I'm signing up for.  I'll help you
investigate Lowe, although I would be just as inclined to forget he
even exist. 

As for IBA, any man who get's a rise out of picking up little girls
deserves to be punished.  And did you think a guy who calls himself
"Punisher" would think anything was excessive? ]<<<<<
        -- Cerise <10:56:56/08-06-54>

>>>>>[Thanks for the compliment about the Timberwolves, Mr.  Henry.
That was a rather simple job, since the rules of combat biking are
not, how should I say, taxing? The VR facility is a good example of
what I can do with a decent credstick. I like to think that I am part
of the reason why the Timberwolves are #2 in the league at the
moment... Now, as to the rest of my resume. I fear that you will not
find much on me between the years 2045 and 2051.  Let's just say I was
honing my computing skills in private enterprises. I trust that you
will find my college transcript satisfactory, especially since I was
in the top 10% of my (extremely competitive) class. If I do get this
job, I would, um, appreciate the task of cleaning up your internal
computer security.  Seems like you have some nasty leaks coming
through to the Shadowland...]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [54:23:92|01-87-64]

>>>>>[Flashfire, I'll hopefully see you at Matchstick's around
17:30. We can have a bite to eat and discuss biz, and then perhaps
we could go to SpotOn's party at 19:30. I must admit that SpotOn's
friends are not, well, exactly my type, but I would like to meet
some of the Shadowlanders. Hey, KHANx, are you going to be there?
(Just so everyone knows, I'll be the one wearing black shorts,
tennis shoes, and a Case Western T-shirt. I'm also nat, 6'3" and
blonde. Ought to be enough to ID me...]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [Connection timed out]

>>>>>[ Hey chummers, Well, I see ya finnally unloaded that Dragon.  I
was beginin to wonder there SpotOn.  As for the =Y=, If good ol'
Nodeie can do the honors I would appreciate it  @@ACCT.  #@@.  I guess
it is finnally wrapped up, eh?  I sure as hell hope so.  I gotta
run.]<<<<< 
        -- Swift <14:00:01 / 6-8-54>

>>>>>[Flitty,  I gotta present for ya.  It'll be there REAL soon. 
Can you say APPLES!!!!!  Ha!  It was a pretty penny but you only
runn around on this crazy mudball once!!!   Oh,  I almost forgot
the REAL whip cream. Anywho,  ENJOY!!!!]<<<<<
       -- Swift <14:01:01 / 6-8-54>

>>>>>[ENCRYPT:***MERCER ONLY 456*** 
The following is a legal record.  This is an offical offer, filed
under the procedures required by UCAS law.

MERCER:
You're hired. Salary starts at 1 million =Y= a year, plus 1% of
Opticlash profits, Zeta Enterprises Group Health, Company car, New
deck equipment, free use of Zeta Enterprise Sim and Erotomagic
facilities, you're pension fund is 10K =Y= a month put into our
annuity, and every year you are entitled to differ that and put it
in Zeta Enterprises stock. 

You are required to share 50% of any patents you make with us. You
are required to register your thumb and retina print with out head
of security. Please meet me at the design lab on Monday, so I can
introduce you to the rest of the team. The only immediate design we
are working on is the robots for Opticlash game, we also need a
better game design. I want creative feedback on this, we want
excitement, and violence, prefereably with big explosions, I love
big explosions.]<<<<< 
        -- D. Henry <2:29:30/8-6-54>

>>>>>[This is David Henry. I am pleased to annouce that we have
taken on Mercer as our new head of computing and design. Effective
immediately he will take over design and lead the production of our
Opticlash project. Thank you, other applicants.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <2:30:00/8-6-54>

>>>>>[ENCRYPT: Diane ONLY **!@#**
Diane- This is David Henry. See to it, that Mr. Mercer has
everything he needs. We don't need another Yakamida incedent. Has
the damn memo thing been fixed yet? Some pistonhead is handing out
the damn encryptions and its cheezing me.]<<<<<
        -- D. Henry <3:00:00/8-6-54>

>>>>>[(Let's see, routers finessed, got it en-el-eyed, everything's
quiet... smooth!  Oh!  I'm on?  Ahem.)  Hi out there!  As you can
guess, I'm new 'here', and looking for anybody who'd like to chat.
With me is great, but I'll lurk if not.  Hope to hear!  Gotta run,
corp'ses buzzing.]<<<<<
        --  SierraFL < 13:07:50 / 2054 Aug 06 >

>>>>>[Flashfire, Mercer, and SpotOn,  I'll be at matchstick's also.
It'll be nice to meet you all face to face.  Anyway see ya there!

p.s.  Mercer-  Check your clock!!!]<<<<<
        --  Shocker <15:00:01/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Where is the child?]<<<<<
        --  Brave <15:25:32/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Just wanted to remind you all (because my dad did) that
today's a corp holiday for both MCT and Renraku, in light of the
bombing of Japan 109 years ago. For those of you in Seattle, there
ought to be a cool display in the Ark.]<<<<<
        --  Jaez <15:26:52/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Apples?  Swifty, you're a peach!  Well, I expect that you're
comin' to the shindig tonight, yes?  I'll see you there.]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <16:43:04PST/08-06-54>

>>>>>[Due to system up grade, putting in new programs, I will not be
able to meet today, maybe monday, sorry]<<<<<
        -- Flashfire <12:48:54/08-06-54>

>>>>>>[Brave:  I'm here.  Thanks...  I'm just...  hangin out for a
while. Staying in an apt. here.]<<<<<
        --  DOA <14:27:40 / 8-6-54>

>>>>>[It is good to hear you are safe, DOA. But you know I will not
stay in the fabricated confinement of the Euro and his infected
brethren of the Far East. I will tak my place under the eyes of the
Great Spirit, near the place called St. Helens by
He-Who-Defies.]<<<<< 
        --  Jaez <16:56:21/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Flitter-  I wouldn't miss it for the world.  I was just a
waitin' for my invitation.  See ya soon!!!

p.s.  Don't get to abusive though.  I know you like the whips and
chains stuff but there is only so much of that that I can take.  Ok
cutie?]<<<<< 
        --  Swift <16:10:01/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Powerhouse: I appreciate the courteous tone of your request,
even though I find the request itself deplorable.  I will not submit
myself to your-or anyone else's-scrutiny.  The answer is even moreso
for my organization: I am in enough trouble as it is admitting that
there is one, I will not subject them to prying eyes in order to
quell the fears of--forgive me--those who suffer from
narrow-mindedness.  I will adress a few of your questions, however;
this will have to do. 

I am not a shaman, I am an hermetic.  Control of the spirits was
given to me by my group.  I was reluctant to call them in, fearing
the usual reaction of the unenlightened.  When I did summon them,
it was to save all our lives.  I am sorry that all your previous
experiences with the insects have been bad; they are a very
difficult force to understand, and their thinking is not human.  It
takes a very open mind to deal with them.  They belong in this
world as much as you or I--maybe even more so, if you want to
compare populations.  You have no right to dictate who should
exist, and who shouldn't. 

I will close by saying that I bear no ill will to anyone on this
board.  We have no quarrel with you.  But, we will defend
ourselves.  We are a community, and we will fight for the good of
the whole. 
 
If you have any other questions, I will answer those that I can. 
However, I must refuse your other requests.  You will have to be
satisfied with that. 

Oh, I do have one question for you: who is this group you spoke of?
Since you expect full disclosure on my part, I will expect no less
from you.]<<<<< 
        -- Brandon Lowe (15:26:43/8-6-54)

>>>>>[By the way, how is Highlander doing?]<<<<<
        -- Brandon Lowe (15:27:42/8-6-54)

>>>>>[Highlander here.  Sorry for losing touch like that; I've needed
some time to myself the past few days.  I think I'm finally feeling a
little more at peace with myself.  I don't think I'll ever forgive
myself for Spectre's death, but he would kill me if he saw me moping
around about it.  So, I'm going to have a wee bit of a wake tonight
(yes, I know it's an Irish custom, but even they have a good idea
sometime).  I was thinking of inviting people who had known him, but,
besides the fact that a lot of them are out of town (or soon to be,
Paris, eh Cerise?  No accounting for taste...), I don't think I could
face any of them.  So, I'm going to break out a bottle of OLD scotch,
and say my farewells.  Then, after picking myself up off the floor
the next morning, I'll see about getting back into things.  Until
then....]<<<<< 
        -- Highlander (15:34:32/8-6-54)

>>>>>[Sierra, are you all right, lassie?  I hope things start
looking up soon. Norman, take good care of her (I'm sure you don't
need ME telling you that, but I had to say it anyway).  You take
care of you, to, lassie.  Hope to see you soon.]<<<<<
        -- Highlander (15:36:13/8-6-54)

>>>>>[Mr. Lowe: I hate spiders, I always have.  And I'm not to crazy
about any other insects, either.  But thank you.  I owe you, along
with everyone else, big time.  If you ever need a favor, laddie, just
ask.  The same holds true for everyone who helped me out of this
mess.  Thank you.  If you need something from me, just name it.]<<<<<
        -- Highlander (15:38:54/8-6-54)

>>>>>[Flitter', I'm glad the place is set up. I'll be over in time
for the party. It should be wonderful, and I'm looking forward to it.

As for the artifact team -- so this sounds like the parts of an Oni,
which is a Japanese demon. Well, that does make it more complicated.
The artifacts could be focuses, or something more. But it really
changes our job little. We just need to find these people sooner . .
. And be a little more wary doing it. Still waiting to hear on the
other research. I'll post my results now. 

***ENCODEARTIFACTFIND*** 
Essentially, after scoutiing some territory, I've found out that the
Outland area of the barrens has recently had a great deal of brutal
murders - cult style. The area itself is a slum for Asian SINless -
mostly Pakistani and Indian. Everybody in the neighborhood is
paranoid and the local populace is amutter with rumblings of evil.
Local holy men have been working overtime making good luck symbols. I
myself felt watched and paranoid while in the neigh borhood. Strange,
very strange.***

So Red, you still on board?]<<<<<
     -- NightShade (16:15:31/8.6.54)

>>>>>[FraterNay, you are quite right. The spirits must have dulled me
slightly -- Amelia's arrangements are more than appropriate. As for
you Milhaus, I feel quite sorry about neglecting you (as it is my job
to ensure your well-being during 'runs) but your enchanting friend,
FraterNay, had everything to do with that. We, of course, greatly
appreciate your tireless efforts on our behave. I'll be at Milhaus'
place soon. We should get going.

And FraterNay, you have bewitched me into accedeing to your request,
I will no doubt find it quite enjoyable-- unusual as it is. I must
also  follow up by saying that this should cement our relationship.
See you soon. 

***MILHAUSONLOVE*** 
Milhaus, you such and such, and so and so. I find I'm in great need
of your ser vices. Your special . . .uhmmm. .  .affinity for seeing
things in your . . . special way . . well I need advice !!!!!
FraterNay's combo of charm, humor, and . . . .physical presence has
got me running hot and cold. I'm locked up - but bad.  I need
serious, mucho, masterful, mondo, accurate advice. My mind is going
through .  . . well lets say chemically induced euphoria.  Gimme
advice. Soon.  Now. Good Advice. You know, sensitive advice.  Women
go for that kind of thing.***]<<<
   -- KHANx (16:36:28/8.6.54)

>>>>>>[Hoy, Chummer.  What's your line?  Perhaps we could have an
exchange of information (or just a conversation)...]<<<<<<
        --The Madman(06:42:27/08-06-54)

>>>>>[Silver Tux, sorry to have ducked out, but my place was under
corpscrutiny -- you know how it is. As for the gig and the
partnership, we're still on. 

As I said before. Our jod is to find out what's going on with these
suddenly ubiquitous catering trucks. ***PARTNERONLY*** We have to
start staking out these trucks -- see if they got regular stops,
regular customers, etc... I have a suspicion that they're more than
we even think -- notice that the second serv er always keeps his
hands out of sight, the refrigerator is unusually big, etc. .. Get me
a reply on a selected course of action.*** 

Someone a while ago asked if I knew a person named Papiyan. I'm
afraid the answer is know. New Orleans was not a hangout of mine.
Sorry.]<<<<< 
     -- Sun (16:40:37/8.6.54)

>>>>>[Who you talkin' to Madman ?]<<<<<
      -- KHANx (16:45:36/8.6.54)

***ENCRYPTSUN***
>>>>>[Well, it looks like it is time to get "down and dirty." Sun,
can you give me at least one known stop for the trucks? I'm going
to try to chat a but with the locals and see where it leads (here's
hoping that my cityspeak isn't too rusty. If the opening presents
itself I'll try to follow the trucks along their route (hope my
Westwind isn't too out of place). If you would rather do the street
work I could always have a chat with the company as a potential
client. Let me know what you think ASAP.]<<<<< 
     -- Silver Tux (19:09:32/08:06:54)

>>>>>[I'm still here. I think I'll take a walk through the Outland. I
may fit in better there, have to shred some clothes first though.
Anyway, did some more talking today and found out there was a member
of the dig team named Geoffery Taylor. Remember that name? Same one
that told Sam Coleridge the story of Xanadu. Is he the same one?
Related? Maybe, maybe not. Coincidence? I don't think so. Scares the
drek out of me just thinking about it. Did some more reading in the
diary, just stuff about narrowly escaping major traps ala
Indianapolis Jones style. Get in touch when I find more.]<<<<<
                --Red <20:35:27/08-06-54>

>>>>>[Woo!  Two Sierras on the same network.  That's gonna be a pain.
Ah well, guess I'll have to keep the designator to keep things clean.

Well, gosh, where to begin?  I'm corp, I guess, or at least that's
what it says on the label.  Beats sucking pavement nights.  Working
at a little place called VirtFun-- heard of it?  No?  Not
surprised.  Spawned off one of the big boys, just getting started. 
But you will, soon 'nuf. 

We're working on some great little full-sense vids here-- you know,
what Normal Boring People do with their free time?  Real class stuff,
fully interactive, and we even got brains to keep the soft models
from getting too predictable and/or easy.  That's my first job.
(Amazing, how the world can be overrun with elves, orks, and stranger
things, and people still want fantasy.  But I digress.)  We're even
Matrix-compatible, or will be when we get going.  But leave your
IC-crackers at the door; my other job's to keep out folks who want to
crack the DB and beat us to market. 

Anyway, like I said, we're still gearing up, and I'm stuck here in
the lab doing stuff.  Don't get out much, haven't in a few years. 
I've got uncapped Matrix access, though, so I can get 'out'
whenever the compile's running or the corp monitors aren't
watching.  Handy, that. 

So, you wanna tell me what's going on out there where sec guards
aren't shooting all the trouble?  Love to hear here.  Or you can
meet me in the Matrix at the front door.  Invitation only,
please.]<<<<< 
        --  SierraFL < 17:44:12 / 1993 Aug 06 >

>>>>>[SpotOn, let's meet fairly soon so I canna 'ave the money from
the run. I got bills to pay, and ammunition to buy as always.

Speaking of ammo, Wrym, should we organize a rescue party for our
missing employer?]<<<<<
        -- Doomsday <19:04:39/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Splicer, I have received the transmission and I am on the
way.]<<<<< 
        -- Shadowfox <19:18:03/8-6-54>

>>>>>[Dear friend KHANx: I have never been bronzed, gold plated,
glued, whip creamed, OR CEMENTED by any man.  I am a cave dweller, me
dear.]<<<<< 
        --  FraterNay <22:00:23/06 Aug 54>

>>>>>[Millhaus, though I do appreciate the use of your flat, and have
always known you to be a most gracious host, I must ask, "Where's the
bloody vodka????  Gin, Gin everywhere.  I know you must have some
around here somewhere, or shall I sleep on the sofa tonight?]<<<<<
        --  Kendra <20:04:59/06-08-54>

>>>>>[Kendra, jal'enedra, 
You know my compulsion for order. I have all the fluids in the house
sorted according to flavor. You will find the vodka immediately
behind the turpentine, right where it always lives.  As for sleeping
arrangements, I've already fluffed your pillow. No sofa for you. This
time.  With great expectations, as always ...]<<<<
        -- Millhaus <22:20:00/09-Aug-54>

>>>>>[Well, almost. Anyone seen Prophet, Bunker, and Nitro? I'm
ready to go except for them. Hope you're all enjoying the
"hospitality suite" I've prepared. All apologies accepted.]<<<<<
        -- Millhaus <22:22:22/06-Aug-54>

*****ENCRYPT: KHANxOnly *****
>>>>>[You poor child. What advice can I offer? You had your chance
to taste the forbidden fruits of my "kalokagothosic" world, but you
opted for running off with the bracelet instead. And now you come
to me for advice. Pity. 

All I can suggest is patience, my friend. You'll either be able to
say "Vine, vidi, vici", or, like Gaul itself, your heart shall be
"divisa in partes tres." Either way, you'll survive. And I'll be
there.]<<<<< 
        -- Millhaus <22:35:30/06-Aug-54>

*****ENCRYPT: KendraOnly *****
>>>>>[Jal'enedra, I have erred. My last posting to you I
inadvertently dated as 09-Aug-54 instead of 06-Aug-54.

I often confuse those two digits when thinking of you.

In the spirit of Freud, as always ...]<<<<<
        -- Millhaus <22:40:20/06-Aug-54>

>>>>>[Millhaus dear, I found the vodka right after the turpentine
and BEFORE the gin.  The only thing plebian I have noticed this eve
is your less than subtle attempts to draw me into your bed
chamber.  Regarding Freud, just what size cigar do you
smoke?.]<<<<< 
        --  Kendra <22:51:23/06 Aug 54>

>>>>>[Hello all.  Millhaus, it has been so long since I have been
inside your flat.  I love what you have done to the place, it's
so..... tasteful. I hope you have the usual bottle of dom lying
around which we share whenever I'm over.

I too am getting concerned about the whereabouts of Bunker, Prophet
and Nitro.  I was so looking forward to meeting Nitro in person. I
only know how she appears astrally.  Anyone heard from them?

Now Millhaus, I know better, why don't you and I go into the kitchen
and discuss this dom matter in private.  You know I am eager to
celebrate coming to, I mean going to see Amelia.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <23:00:00/06 Aug 54>

>>>>>[Uh,....Mill...mmm.....Milli,  you d do know that I onnnnly like
g g goose down pillows, don't cha???]<<<<<
        -- Kendra <23:10:23/06 Aug 54>

>>>>>[KHANx dear, what IS that you are drinking? (she said with a sly
grin and downward glance.)]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <23:20:07/06 Aug 54>

>>>>>[I'm receiving you clearly now, but I'm feeling confused.
Ouroboros, did you say you new wear I am? Did somebody from Seirra
Florida say it was 1993? That can drug me all they want, but I know
what was it I knew? I know my brains deteriorating with these
chemical connections. I'm floating tonight, the guards don't seem
to be tyring to hold me?/ DO you think its a trap. I guess they
dom't know who they're dealing with. I've got dangerous friends. Of
fragg here I go downm]<<<<< 
        --William 6173 <00:18:35/8-7-54>

>>>>>[ Haww!! Haww!! Caught ya'll messin' around, huh!?! {snicker}

Well, we finally got Chains' warehouse cleaned up enough for him to
work in there. He decided not to come with us to sunny old Hawaii. I
can't wait, myself.

Chains was pretty pissed at me and Prophet for what we done. I still
can't figger out what went wrong, exactly. I thought that we were
cuttin' a plain old piece of 6cm steel cable not a fraggin main power
feed... Oops. ]<<<<<
        --  Bunker <11:25:04/8-07-54>

>>>>>[ Hawaii!?!? Bunker, you drek-head, we're going to jolly old
England, not Maui! Geez what a moron. I'm glad you can shoot, cuz
you sure as hell can't think! Bunker... you stupid.
 
Millhaus, sorry about us bargin in like that. Won't happen again.
Promise. Cross my fingers. Stick a hypo in my eye. Hope to...
NOT!]<<<<< 
        --  Prophet <11:33:12/8-07-54>

>>>>>[ Sorry about Bunker busting in like that, Millhaus.  Poor guy
has no sense of style or manners whatsoever. Maybe you can teach him
some... 

Nitro and I are all packed and Bunker and Prophet have all their
toys. Word to the wise: don't sneak up behind Prophet. He just got
his wires upgraded and he's still a little jumpy. The Ragman said
that you know where he is, Millhaus, and that he'd be back shortly.
He doesn't talk on the matrix very often so we're not sure what
he's been doing lately. I just know that he's been working with
you. 

KHANx, when did your contact say to meet him over there? We should
probably get moving pretty soon. ]<<<<<
        --  Legion <12:13:47/8-07-54>

>>>>>[Swifty my chum, whips (monowhips, that is) are for business.  I
don't play rough when I'm not working.]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <08:13:46PST/08-07-54>

>>>>>[1993?  Say what?  Must be a time clock bug.  Fix fix.  And I'm
a Seattleite, Confused; FL's my job code.  (Retained to avoid
confustion with the *other* Sierra.

You don't sound so good, anyway.  That's what you get for messing
with drugs, unless of course the drugs mess with you.  It could
happen, I suppose.  Not that I need to worry about it; for my job,
my brain needs to be unfried, so corp won't turn pusher.  You wanna
talk about it?]<<<<< 
        --  SierraFL < 11:11:29 / 2054 Aug 07 >

>>>>>[OK, it's about 5:15 right now, so I'm going to head out to
Matchstick's. Flashfire, sorry you can't come. Shocker and SpotOn,
I'll see you for dinner. And to everyone else, see ya at the party
tonight! (And yes, I know my clock is screwed up - I made it that
way. Adds originality to the normal time-stamp evasion...)]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [34:15:96|09-54-39]

*****ENCRYPT: @D.HENRY#1@ 
>>>>>[The terms of the contract are agreeable. I will be at your
office Monday morning, say, 9:00? I have only one piece of business
left to attend to. I cannot work a 9-to-5 business day. I will work 8
hours a day (or maybe more), but my schedule will be different every
day. I fear I have bursts of creativity all around the clock, not
from 9 to 5. All I ask is that I be allowed to come into the office
at any time to work on the project. You will not be sorry you hired
me. I just thought of two more things. Assuming you are monitoring
the other posts to Shadowland, you will realize that I am currently
involved in another business venture. I know little about this
venture, but if it will interfere with my activities at Zeta, I will
back out. Last thing: where is the office?]<<<<<
        -- Mercer [77:90:43|14-52-12]

>>>>>[By the way Gawkie, the real-time video uplink was wiz
thinkin'.  I appreciate the effort you went to in order to show up at
the party even though you were on the east coast.  Keep it up (it's
these kind of stunts that will get you a rep as a lim-classy
operator [even though, in that regard, your age counts against
you]).]<<<<< 
   --  Flittermouse  <13:48:52PST/08-07-54>

>>>>>[Well chummeros, Eyestalk and I spent the morning cleaning up
after the bash.  The place was a total disaster (in hindsight, we
decided it might have been easier to torch the place than to clean
it), but I must say that it wouldn't be worth throwing a feista if it
wasn't done proper (and one of the requisites of a proper bash is
that it generally destroys/wrecks the bash-site).  Personally, I had
a blast.  I'd like to thank y'all for coming (and for all of the
food/beverages/handguns that you brought along).

I'm not certain if we resolved the best-heavy-pistol question, but
Gawk certainly deserves the prize for largest handgun.  SpotOn, I
agree, there are definite advantages to a sniper rifle (but you
can't very well tuck one under your pillow or anything short of a
trench-coat for that matter).  Nightshade, thanks for the flowers
(I'd say that you were sweet, but such statements could damage your
rep as a lim-vicious shadowrunner).  And Swift, my chum, fresh
apple pie IS truly a wonder (esp. in this day and age), thanks!

Well, chums, I'll see you in the shadows!  Again thanks to all! 
Buzz babies!]<<<<<
   --  Flittermouse  <13:23:19PST/08-07-54>

*****ENCRYPT:All*Foci*Crew!***** 
>>>>>[O.K. everyone, let's pay attention this time.  I running out of
both patience and Midol.  Legion: regarding KHANx's plans and
contacts, that is a DEAD ROUTE.  Our benefactor, Amelia, has ARRANGED
and PAID FOR our trip to SCOTLAND.  NOT england, hawaii, antarctica
or any other of the bloody sites everyone has mentioned.  Do you
REALLY think we would have to be concerned with the Drui in
Hawaii????   Millhaus has the tickets, passports , confirmation
numbers, bubble gum and everything else Amelia sent.  All anyone has
to do is be packed and have enough good sense to board the
suborbital.

WE LEAVE TONIGHT AT 22:00 HOURS.

WE WILL LEAVE MILLHAUS'S FLAT AT 21:00 HOURS.

ALL TRINKETS WILL BE PACKED IN THE WRAP MILLHAUS et al. PROVIDED
JUST PRIOR TO LEAVING THE FLAT.

Everyone WILL leave then or be left behind as a permanent addition
to Millhaus's decor courtesy of me.

KHANx, GET OVER HERE, I'M TENSE AGAIN.]<<<<<
        --  FraterNay <16:25:23/07 Aug 54>