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starfleetscheat) wrote2012-02-14 10:03 pm
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Information Packet
"Welcome to Aliunde."
That's what the man in the white coat says to you when you wake inside of the hospital. He doesn't offer any explanations or give you any answers so this here is a guide that will hopefully answer all of your questions.
You're no longer where you thought you were, in fact, you're probably a long way from wherever you called 'home'. There's no need to panic because you're not the only one who's been brought here though that doesn't mean you'll find someone you know.
Where
Aliunde is a planet outside of the Milky Way Galaxy. Scanners show that outside of this tiny city the atmosphere of the entire planet is covered with poisonous gases that are quite un-breathable to oxygen-based species. How the city is not effected by these gases has yet to be discovered. There are three satellites orbiting the planet and they can be seen at night when they hang in the sky. Lunar cycles have yet to be determined but it seems this planet functions on an Earth-based calendar.
We are not limited to staying in the city as there are teleporters located around the city that can take you to various Earth-based climates. These are currently offline which means we're currently stuck inside the city. There's been no way discovered on how to return home at this point in time but any and all suggestions would be welcome.
The Message & Pictures
So far we have no reason to believe that this is true, however Mayor Wilby would have us believe it. There are three pictures that display the destruction of what appears to be everyone's home world tucked in with all of the other things you're given upon arrival.
Departure
Leaving is possible but it appears to be at random and not at all logical seeing as how we have no world to return to according to the residents of Aliunde. We have no control over when someone will leave and it's almost as if they've just disappeared completely without any sign of how it's done.
The Barrier and Atmosphere
Some of you may question why we don't just leave the city to search for help outside. There is some kind of barrier protecting the city from the atmosphere. According to scans done by newcomers it's harmful to anything that breathes oxygen and can kill instantly. Weakening of the barrier results in a sickness called Izafol by a scientist from the city of Vaid. While they did find an antidote for the early stages that they named zenatosamine which we have replicated but it's only for very mild exposure. Stepping outside of the barrier without protection is not a good idea if you do find a way to puncture through it as it exposes the rest of the city to the harmful gases.
Basic Information
"Events"
From time-to-time there are events that occur that disrupt our daily lives. Some are harmless such as an appearing and disappearing carnival or candies that temporarily change your appearance but there are deadly ones as well. Both original residents and newcomers have lost their lives to these "events".
The Terraformed Areas
There are six available locations where you may find yourself if you visit one of these areas. The country, the beach, the rainforest, the forest, the arctic and the desert. Most of these places provide dangers if you should stay too late. Only the country and the beach seem safe after night has fallen. Note: As of June 12th 2132 there are two new areas to visit, the first being the arena which is much like the coliseum of ancient Rome and the second is a space track or that's how it appears with its space background. Rest assured that other than the natural dangers that come from a race track you are perfectly safe in this area despite the appearance. Note: As of October 19th 2132 all of the terraformed areas have been unavailable. It is unknown if they will be restored or if they will even be the same areas.
"Original" Residents
Now you may notice that there are people running around the city who don't ever appear on the network and if you talk to them they don't seem to show any sign that they don't belong here. These people are actual residents of the city just like Mayor Wilby seems to be. Getting answers from them is impossible such as with the doctor you woke up to.
Laws & Criminal Acts
-- No murder.
-- No rape.
-- No theft.
-- No destruction of property.
-- Any questionable acts will be evaluated.
Most of the police force can be found around the city in the form of robotic sentries, however they seem to be immobile so long as you obey these laws. Aliunde's current sheriff, Emma Swan is not a native to this planet. Her office is located in the Market District should you need to visit.
Starfleet's Sanctuary
An organization ran by Captain James T. Kirk and his first officer Commander Spock that supplies both room and other provisions for beings who may find what the city provided inadequate for their everyday survival. We will also do our best to help those who might have issues when their abilities return. Starfleet Sanctuary is located in the Southwest area of the city next to The Enterprise.
Jobs
As of yet there is no reliable source to help you locate a job in the city but there are a wide assortment of places to inquire about. Some are run by the "original" residents of the city but we do have businesses run by those of us who have come from various worlds. There are empty buildings around the city to start your own business but they aren't free.
Takeovers
Monster Invasions
Unrevealed Secrets
If anyone has anything to add to this let me know here and I'll put it in.
That's what the man in the white coat says to you when you wake inside of the hospital. He doesn't offer any explanations or give you any answers so this here is a guide that will hopefully answer all of your questions.
You're no longer where you thought you were, in fact, you're probably a long way from wherever you called 'home'. There's no need to panic because you're not the only one who's been brought here though that doesn't mean you'll find someone you know.
Where
Aliunde is a planet outside of the Milky Way Galaxy. Scanners show that outside of this tiny city the atmosphere of the entire planet is covered with poisonous gases that are quite un-breathable to oxygen-based species. How the city is not effected by these gases has yet to be discovered. There are three satellites orbiting the planet and they can be seen at night when they hang in the sky. Lunar cycles have yet to be determined but it seems this planet functions on an Earth-based calendar.
We are not limited to staying in the city as there are teleporters located around the city that can take you to various Earth-based climates. These are currently offline which means we're currently stuck inside the city. There's been no way discovered on how to return home at this point in time but any and all suggestions would be welcome.
The Message & Pictures
"Welcome to Aliunde, my dear friend. As you can tell by the pictures, your beautiful home world has been destroyed. We managed to save as many people from your world as we could. This city is your new home. As our technology works to retrieve people from different worlds, they will be sent here. Eventually, we will have as many people from your world as possible."
So far we have no reason to believe that this is true, however Mayor Wilby would have us believe it. There are three pictures that display the destruction of what appears to be everyone's home world tucked in with all of the other things you're given upon arrival.
Departure
Leaving is possible but it appears to be at random and not at all logical seeing as how we have no world to return to according to the residents of Aliunde. We have no control over when someone will leave and it's almost as if they've just disappeared completely without any sign of how it's done.
The Barrier and Atmosphere
Some of you may question why we don't just leave the city to search for help outside. There is some kind of barrier protecting the city from the atmosphere. According to scans done by newcomers it's harmful to anything that breathes oxygen and can kill instantly. Weakening of the barrier results in a sickness called Izafol by a scientist from the city of Vaid. While they did find an antidote for the early stages that they named zenatosamine which we have replicated but it's only for very mild exposure. Stepping outside of the barrier without protection is not a good idea if you do find a way to puncture through it as it exposes the rest of the city to the harmful gases.
Basic Information
Communicator
The device in your hand is a communicator. It allows you to speak with anyone over a long distance and comes with a variety of features such as text, voice, video and holographic means of communication. This also gives you a contact list so you can check to see if anyone you know may be on the planet. To learn more click here about the many features your device can accomplish.
The City
It's not a fairly big city with a calculated diameter of 200 miles however the teleporters are a quick fix for anyone who needs to get from point A to point B. Not only that but it's filled with what are considered the natives who run quite a few of the shops. Bombarding them with questions is of no use as they all believe that this is quite normal and it may well be to them. Several of us newcomers have set up and own business around the city if you know where to look. Your device provides a map of the city if you should find yourself lost.As of October 2132 the city was rearranged in what appears to be a matter of two months span. All of the newcomer inhabits were unconscious during those two months and are unsure of how this happened or if the coma-like state affected the natives of Aliunde.
Currency
That's right, just like any other civilization this city nothing is free. One of the foreign items you were given upon your arrival serves as a currency card which is how all funds exchange hands. There is some money already on the card but it's not much and getting a job is advised to live off of.
Residence
Alongside your other items there is a card with a number printed onto it. This is an apartment assigned to you that is rent-free. All newcomers are welcome to stay in these apartments for as long as they wish but it is not the only accommodations on the planet. However, moving out of the apartment generally requires monthly payments.
Weapons
All weapons are taken upon arrival and it may be some time before you see them again. If you don't have supernatural abilities then there's a good chance that you may see your weapon in one month.
Abilities/Magic
These too have been taken, although we're unsure as to how, but they will return with time. One ability every month until either you're sent home or until you have them all.
"Events"
From time-to-time there are events that occur that disrupt our daily lives. Some are harmless such as an appearing and disappearing carnival or candies that temporarily change your appearance but there are deadly ones as well. Both original residents and newcomers have lost their lives to these "events".
The Terraformed Areas
There are six available locations where you may find yourself if you visit one of these areas. The country, the beach, the rainforest, the forest, the arctic and the desert. Most of these places provide dangers if you should stay too late. Only the country and the beach seem safe after night has fallen. Note: As of June 12th 2132 there are two new areas to visit, the first being the arena which is much like the coliseum of ancient Rome and the second is a space track or that's how it appears with its space background. Rest assured that other than the natural dangers that come from a race track you are perfectly safe in this area despite the appearance. Note: As of October 19th 2132 all of the terraformed areas have been unavailable. It is unknown if they will be restored or if they will even be the same areas.
"Original" Residents
Now you may notice that there are people running around the city who don't ever appear on the network and if you talk to them they don't seem to show any sign that they don't belong here. These people are actual residents of the city just like Mayor Wilby seems to be. Getting answers from them is impossible such as with the doctor you woke up to.
Laws & Criminal Acts
-- No murder.
-- No rape.
-- No theft.
-- No destruction of property.
-- Any questionable acts will be evaluated.
Most of the police force can be found around the city in the form of robotic sentries, however they seem to be immobile so long as you obey these laws. Aliunde's current sheriff, Emma Swan is not a native to this planet. Her office is located in the Market District should you need to visit.
Starfleet's Sanctuary
An organization ran by Captain James T. Kirk and his first officer Commander Spock that supplies both room and other provisions for beings who may find what the city provided inadequate for their everyday survival. We will also do our best to help those who might have issues when their abilities return. Starfleet Sanctuary is located in the Southwest area of the city next to The Enterprise.
Jobs
As of yet there is no reliable source to help you locate a job in the city but there are a wide assortment of places to inquire about. Some are run by the "original" residents of the city but we do have businesses run by those of us who have come from various worlds. There are empty buildings around the city to start your own business but they aren't free.
Takeovers
GLaDOS -- Year: 2131
According to the Head Doctor this AI poisoned her and seized control of the city. More information is needed on this hostile takeover.
"M" -- Year: 2131 - 2132
November of last year an individual known only as "M" took control of a weakened city. He isolated GLaDOS onto her own grid to prevent her from causing any more mayhem and restored the power to city. "M" did not seem all that interested in fixing up the damaged city and seemed to have his own agenda. Barely any evidence of his brief stint in control has remained. His reign ended in January of this year when the Head Doctor came back claiming that the monsters that "visited" since her disappearance were the result of the device going without her constant supervision.
Loki -- Year: 2132
Early in the month of March of this year the city once again experienced an exchange of hands. This time by Loki who has not yet described how he gained control. However, unlike "M" or GLaDOS he has done much to improve the city by fixing all the damage that had been done in the last few months. He has recruited people to search for the doctor and her machine, along with creating some dragon-type creatures to protect us. Currently he is still in control. As of April 2nd the creatures have started to attack, those who didn't openly oppose Loki find themselves safe while others must fight for their lives. This ended on April 11th when the monsters were defeated and Loki removed from the seat of power. The Head Doctor was quick to take over once it was done and she claims that all of this is a game - has been confirmed. Loki and the rest of us were all used by the Doctor.
Monster Invasions
General
How these monsters make it into the city has yet to be discovered. Any other information on this section has been erased, it will be updated when more information has been gathered.
Mutated Zombies -- Year: 2131
In October, during the blackout after GLaDOS' takeover, the city became overrun with monsters. These looked like mutated versions of humans and animals. According to those present during these times they could appear anywhere and were violent. A head-shot would kill them but there was no end to them.
Weeping Angels -- Year: 2132
Early January the creatures known as Weeping Angels came. They were stone statues, all females, with large wings protruding from their back. When you looked away or blinked these statues moved and they were fast. Weapons were no good against them as they seemed to regenerate even when a body part was broken off. If they got a hold on you they either did physical damage or could physically change your age. While they didn't go inside any of the buildings it's possible they could have and they did seem to be pack hunters.
Loki Monsters -- Year: 2132
Early April these creatures turned on the citizens of Aliunde and many were killed though I believe some still lurk in the one of the climate zones. It is advised to stay away unless you're looking for a fight. They are almost Eastern dragon-like in appearance and touching them will instantly freeze part of your body.
Unrevealed Secrets
Vaid City -- Year: 2132
In late April a team hacked one of Aliunde's teleporters and were granted access to another city called Vaid. It was massive and capable of housing 160,000 people, however all of the residents were dead. From the information gathered it seems as though the barrier protecting the city weakened (or the machine malfunctioned) and the poisonous atmosphere of the planet leaked in. There is a cure for the symptoms so long as it doesn't progress too far and since then the city has been blocked off to us. No more attempts to hack the teleporter system has been made as of yet. For more details on this subject please contact Captain James T. Kirk as any further information is too gruesome for a public feed.
New Aliunde City -- Year: 2132
In August of this year all of the non-natives were put into what seemed like a deep sleep that lasted a total of two months according to the devices given to us. When we awoke it was as if it was a brand new city. Some knew that we had forgotten things although as of yet no one can remember what they were, even all of the information collected on electronic devices had been wiped clean.
If anyone has anything to add to this let me know here and I'll put it in.