Anges Sans Ailes

2006-08-16T22:06:00.000-07:00

One month. One month can make a large change in a person, in a situation, in a war, in world events. I have spent the last month reorganizing and updating the Anges Sans Ailes website to what I call v2.0, and it is almost ready. New features include an updated menu tree, a new inline text interface, a searchable database for clothing, a donation page to support the website, and a comments section.

Version 3.0 will feature member login spaces, personalized profiles, photo gallery, and more! Stay tuned!

Jacbenimble's Corruption

2006-07-17T12:34:00.000-07:00

Anges Sans Ailes:

Jacbenimble has been compromised by a viral infestation, and should be considered both agressive and dangerous. The symptoms of his infection include garbled communication (base64 encoded), and erratic and emotional behavior including multiple personality disorder and extreme depression. Contact with him is not believed to spread the virus, but I recommend caution and distance - one of the predominant virii infesting Jac is an assassin program known as 104. All of the information you need to know is available in the reports that he sent to me. I've put them below including his most recent e-mail (decrypted).

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[07.11.06] - Update e-mail from Jacbenimble
At 4:00 AM EST an individual came to Tabor Park west called 522. I have recieved many CYPH emails concerning such program. It seems in the email it never explained what to do if we were to meet such program seeing all of it's friends were deleted and that it would probably be deleted soon, too. Well 522 also known as "Fuzzy" is looking for his friends which are still alive. It seems all that take a locating pill in the next 48 hours will be tracked by all of his friends and the people that take the pill will have to shelter and protect his friends- forever. If the person does protect 522's friends the person will gain "Ultimate Power" while 522's friends are still alive. If they some how die or are seperated from the protector the protector will not get to keep the "Ultimate Power" supposedly there is no catch to this but I actually have no idea. Oh and supposedly 522 is related to the Joker in some way. Really beats me. If the picture goes through then yay, if it doesn't you'll have to get one yourself. Anyway here's the profile on 522.

P.S. This Ultimate Power supposedly let's kill Agents. We may just be able to meatwad everything in our path LOL the picture may need to be cropped. I didn't have time to really do anything I just took one got through the lag and sent it. I hope this is what you meant by writing a report. Remember I'm still a noob to this faction.

[07.12.06] - Update e-mail from Jacbenimble
Jevex [has] not been on alot because that "virus" really screwed him up. We still don't have any information but I'm actually starting to think this has something to do with "Fuzzy"(522). Fuzzy some how "put" a... tracking device in me, seems all of his program friends will find me with the tracking device. Anyway. I'm pretty clueless with Jevex. Right now I'm tracking 522.

[07.14.2006] - Update from ZurielSeven
129 got in contact with me, letting me know that Jacbenimble had recommended me to work for him. I attempted to feel the offer out, hoping to get some information and leave, but was unable to learn anything beyond what Jac had told me. I left the meeting forcibly, leaving 129 sitting in Tabor Park by himself.

[07.15.06] - Update from ZurielSeven
During the Faction meeting, Jac showed up and acted rather ill at times. After the faction meeting, Jac took off to do some more work for Fuzzy and company, taking a few other people with him. Unfortunately, though the power of the pills that he took are well documented (images of multiple agents on the ground), word of how it screws you up is not very well publicized... DON'T TAKE THOSE PILLS!

[07.17.2006] - Update from ZurielSeven
Jac's latest e-mail to me was in base64, indicating he'd been taken over, and wouldn't have long before he was either irrevocably mentally disabled or dead. The message was "MTA0IGhhcyBiZWNvbWUgb3Zlcmx5IHBvd2VmdWwuIEhlJ3MgdGFrZW4gb3ZlciBteSBSU0kgYW5kIGRp ZmZyZW50IHZpcnVzZXMgYXJlIGRvaW5nIGhvcnJpYmxlIG90aGVyIHRoaW5ncy4uLiBJZiBJIGV2ZXIgY29tZ SBvbiBhZ2FpbiBtb3JlIHRoYW4gbGlrZWx5IGl0IHdvbid0IGJlIG1lLg0KDQoxMDQgaXMgYW4gQXNzYXNzaW 4gc3VicHJvZ3JhbSBtYWtpbmcgaGltIHN0cm9uZ2VyIHRoYW4gZXZlciBiZWZvcmUuLiBiZSBjYXJlZnVsLi4="

which translates as:

"104 has become overly poweful. He's taken over my RSI and diffrent viruses are doing horrible other things... If I ever come on again more than likely it won't be me. 104 is an Assassin subprogram making him stronger than ever before.. be careful..."

Again, Anges - I urge you to be careful around Jac. If any others of you have taken one of those pills from the group he was working with, let me know now so we can prepare to help you with what's going to happen. We'll keep in touch by e-mail.

ZurielSeven
Captain of the Arcangelos Malacias
Second-in-command, Anges Sans Ailes

MEETING! This coming Saturday, 07-08-2006

2006-07-07T13:37:00.000-07:00

Attention, Anges Sans Ailes!

We will have a mandatory meeting on Saturday, July 8, 2006 at the Headquarters in the International district. Please let Cinetique or ZurielSeven know if you are not able to attend. Members of affiliate and allied factions are welcome to come. Thank you.

The Website is live!

2006-07-05T15:57:00.000-07:00

Our website is now live! Check it out at http://www.angessansailes.com!

2006-06-19T12:12:00.000-07:00

Consider this your official invitation!

Where: Club Avalon in Midian Park [Midian Park West Hardline]

When: Friday, June 30, 2006

Time: 7:30 pm PST

Hosted by Faction Anges Sans Ailes

Make sure your abs are ripped and tight, 'cause there will be a fight tournament with $info prizes (pending an acceptable number of registrants).

Register (by ingame e-mail or in person) with ZurielSeven listing your level and preferred ability, faction [if any], and $10,000 [Lv. 11-30] or $50,000 info [Lv. 31-50] info to have a chance to win one of the the grand fight prize!

There will also be a joke contest (no registration required) with $info prizes.

Everyone is welcome (no unauthorized dueling, please), and new recruits for the Anges Sans Ailes may apply - see any faction member during the party!

Siradio.fm is the preferred station of the Anges Sans Ailes, so you know the jamz will be bumpin! Be sure to join us June 30 for the "Summer Jamz '06" party, hosted by the Anges Sans Ailes!

PeterForee's heart

2006-06-18T15:56:00.000-07:00

I e-mailed PeterForee today, and recieved a rather cryptic response. There is another way to get in contact with him.

"We only know that here it lies."

The last line of Henry David Thoreau's Epitaph on the World. The "key" to PeterForee's heart. What kind of key is it? What does it unlock? How do we utilize it? Any and all speculation is welcome.

Mrs. Elizabeth Foree mentioned, during the time she spent in Uriah, that Peter was an uncommon man, that he was trying to make a difference. She believes that he died because of that. She also mentioned that she recieved a call from a female unknown who suggested "He [Peter] is out there. You can hear him by changing the goggles through which you view the world."

View a sample movie of what such an attempt looks like here...

We will keep you posted on our progress. As always, comments & questions are welcome. If you're a new visitor to our faction blog, leave a "Hello"!

The Vice President's Speech

2006-06-16T11:07:00.000-07:00

The Vice President, RichPaddock, gave a speech last night at Tabor City Hall (just north of the Tabor [West] hardline. Cinetique, Desaigon, Xievier, Daevalia, MagusAlpha, and I were present, and we did a bit of scouting before settling down with about 200-250 others to hear the following:

RichPaddock: Citizens of MegaCity! Fear not, we must be vigilant, and we must remain strong! This great city has been through some tough times, and I'm going to be here with you to see that this city is clean once more. We will stop the gangs, the spread of dangerous drugs and intoxicants, the horrible violence that I have seen first hand. Megacity will soon be a place where you can come to raise your children! You can come here and have a family, earn a good living at a safe, reliable job!

RichPaddock: When I was a young boy, we used to go to the park and enjoy the fresh clean sand, water fountains that never seemed to rust, and jungle gyms that were always perfect. We always had such a beautiful blue sky, clean water and air to die for. As I look around today, no one goes to the parks anymore because they are infested with these intolerable childish gangs and the spread of drugs and illegal substances.

RichPaddock: I ask you to resist the urge, stop taking and distributing these awful pills as you are accomplishing nothing but shrouding our good citizens in a veil of pain. These are not your Kid's jellybeans. Do not make Megacity a land of Exile, make our city a paradise!

RichPaddock: You must be asking yourselves, how will this be accomplished? How will Megacity rise above all else? I will tell you. As part of the "Step Forward" program, the government has allocated millions of dollars to the refurbishing of the city and the distribution of new military and security forces to help clean up our streets! Fear not, citizens. The city will soon be yours again, the gangs and violence will stop! Megacity will return to its previous shine!

RichPaddock: Let Megacity be a role model to the rest of the world. Join me in the struggle to make our city great again! Will you join me Citizens!

[Q & A]

KateAdie [local press] : The government's program, regarding the new allocation of resources, militaristic and civil to help "clean up" the city... is it just a masked form of a new subdued marshall [sic] law?

RichPaddock: Marshall [sic] law? Of course not! Such a harsh word. The new allocation of resources will simply help with the current law enforcement proceedures [sic].

KateAdie [local press]: Umm... erm... okay. Thank you!

RichPaddock: [in response to another question] About the explosions on the docks, we are still investigating...

VanessaHall [PR Assistant]: The Vice President cannot answer any questions pertaining to the Uriah investigation.

RichPaddock: Who asked the question about David Beatts? And a sarah edmontons? I'm afraid I can't discuss that.

[general bedlam ensues as various redpills challenge the authority of RichPaddock's personal security]

VanessaHall [PR Assistant]: Thank you all for coming, ladies and gentlemen.

What are your thoughts on what the Vice President had to say, and didn't say?

The Life and Death of PeterForee

2006-06-15T13:38:00.000-07:00

Desaigon and I were in the Matrix just last evening when we came across news of something strange happening downtown. We split up and began a systematic search for a guy by the name of PeterForee, hearing that he had been experiencing... symptoms - what kind, we did not know. I was the first to find PeterForee - in fact, one of the first people on the scene. Maribeau -429,1,-249... I changed out of my SWAT uniform and began to process what was going on at the scene.

By the time De arrived, Peter had been trying to communicate for a while. His speech was sporadic at best, and his motions were rather wild. Those in the area urged Peter to try to relax, but he would not calm down. He asked "Why is this happening?", and pointed everywhere. Peter soon dropped to the ground before any patchers could arrive, and mumbled an encoded phrase.

Experts suggest the translation of the phrase to be "If you can still hear me, help me. I hear voices, they tell me I'm dead... but I'm not dead. I can feel them out there, but I can't feel anything. Tell my mother I'm sorry, and I love her" 64-bit encryption. Once Peter's RSI faded, a debate sparked regarding his ultimate fate. Some suggested that Peter was dead, but the general concensus was that not only was PeterForee alive, but awake in his pod. Another example of self-substantiation, like Michael Karl Popper, but with more elements similar to Neo's awakening and discovery of his powers.

Through this discussion, there was another more disturbing vein. Someone mentioned the fact that the Machines are responsible for designing, creating, and ultimately installing the implants that allow bluepills to be born into the Matrix and redpills to jack in at will. A few of us, after realizing the track that the conversation was taking, suggested that the wireless connection used by each hovercraft (at broadcast depth) may be reproduced by specialized hardware inside of each pod-born, allowing us to be in the Matrix from the REAL without jacking in. This would, however, take a source of power great enough to allow the wireless connection to be accurately recieved at a broadcast antenna. Such a phenomena (the Uriah blast?), combined with the fact that PeterForee had been awake in his pod for a full day prior to this event, might have been responsible for what we witnessed.

From what I understand, PeterForee was the last survivor of the Uriah incident - the bluepill-killing blast instigated by Anome and the General. Some think that PeterForee was mind-wiped to forget his role in the event, and that his awakening occurred as a result of the shock he recieved in that industrial center of the slums. Desaigon, MagusAlpha, and myself returned there following Peter's deresolution to try to obtain more information. We will post more info here as it becomes available.

Niobe's Plight

2006-06-12T12:47:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Romav for posting these mission summaries...

Zion Mission
Tyndall: Warrior, of course you know about the tragedy that has struck Zion. Who could have foreseen that Anome would turn on Niobe herself? We have indications that Niobe survived his treachery, but remains in critical condition. We must reach her! Unfortunately, something is preventing us from accessing the area of the building where she was struck down. We’re still trying to determine what’s going on there. We’ve located an operative who was on guard outside the meeting place. Talk to him and see what you can find out.

Tyndall’s operative promptly rendezvous with the survivor guard operative.

Guard Operative: Hey. Yeah, I was there –well, I was stationed on the ground floor. Anome and his buddies shot their way out of the other side of the skyscraper with the case. They were already out of sight by the time I got over there. The other guards were dead... I jumped in the elevator to get to the meeting room, and find Niobe, but the elevator wouldn’t go to her floor. I tried the stairs, and they just... ended. It’s totally bizarre—like the building swallowed her up! This is horrible... What are we going to do without Niobe? We’ve got to get to her!

Tyndall, fully worried about the situation, sends her operative onwards to a Zion scanning outpost which is busy monitoring the area in Ueno where the meeting occurred. Tyndall instructs her operative to determine if they have any useful information yet.

Scan Technician: Ah, yes, Tyndall notified us that you were coming. We’ve got some data from the Ueno site, but it’s...garbled. I was about to recalibrate our scanners to make sure the problem isn’t on our end, but we’ve never had a problem with this equipment. If you want the data we’ve picked up before, go ahead and get it from the computer over there. I’ve given you access.

The operative retrieves the data from the computer before leaving to contact Tyndall.

Tyndall: Warrior, by now you’ve noticed attacks from redpills calling themselves part of “Niobe’s Group.” These are operatives who have always been closely affiliated with Niobe and Anome’s group in Zion in particular, and who are now following Anome, perhaps lured by the promises of being rewarded cheat codes. Get the data you’ve collected over to our analysis center ASAP. We’ve got to get to the bottom of the Ueno situation.

The operative is ambushed by some of Anome’s goons. They’re no match for the determined operative, who despite the attacks still makes it to the analysis center alive. The analysis center is abuzz with Zion operatives confused in the situation. Some contemplate Anome’s nature, expressing their concerns that they always thought he wasn’t very bright. Others wonder what happened to the building itself, how it’s code had been warped in such a way to hide Niobe.

The operative feeds the data into a computer terminal.

Tyndall: I’m afraid that things aren’t looking good, Warrior. The data readings have our analysts baffled for now. I’ve arranged for you to touch base with a Machine representative. Commander Lock thinks that they should be willing to help us with this problem, since they won’t want to see Zion destabilized by Niobe’s loss. See if they’ve been able to find out anything about her situation.

The operative heads straight to the location Tyndall indicates, once again closesly avoiding death by Anome's operatives, and meets with an Agent to discuss the situation.

Agent: We are still analysing the data from the Ueno incident. Several floors of the building in which the incident occurred are still inaccessible to our sensors, which is... unusual. It is as if they have been removed from the simulation. However, speculation is inefficient. We will inform you if we learn more. Our primary objective at this juncture is the neutralization of your rogue controller, Anome. Your cooperation is appreciated, operative.

The operative leaves and reports the meeting back to Tyndall.

Tyndall: From what you’ve told me, it sounds as though event the Agent was perplexed by what’s happened at the meeting place. This is a grave situation for Zion, Warrior. Rest assured that Commander Lock and the Council will put every effort into formulating a solution. I’ll get back to you as soon as we have something. Thank you.

Machine Mission

Agent Gray: Recent events require that you be apprised of some background information. We are on a very high level of alert, and we are indeed concerned for the future of the simulation.
As she is so... fond of dealing with humans, I will have Agent Pace conduct your briefing. You will find her at the indicated location.

The operative efficiently proceeds to the location indicated, and greets Agent Pace, who is surrounded by her usual entourage of Agents.

Agent Pace: Ciao, tesoro! I am so happy to see one of my operatives; if only it could be under better circumstances. Purtroppo, I must give you some explanation regarding these vials. You see, in a previous version of the Matrix, our Agents were given some... amazing powers to allow them to carry out their jobs. Powers you have never witnesses within the Matrix, I can assure you. Powers that would astound you. And indeed, powers that would astound anyone, including the bluepills who witnessed them. It soon became apparent that such powers were... I suppose you might say counterproductive. The codes for these powers were put into storage, never to be touched again. Apparently, we once again underestimated the amount of chaos present in this little system of ours. And so, we have a situation on our hands. Tesoro, I trust that you will make me proud, si? We need the best from all of our people, and all of our programs as well, if we are to come out of this without further disaster.

The operative takes their leave, and is contacted by Agent Gray upon departure.

Agent Gray: I hope you see now why we are so concerned. Agents of the Machines, using those powers, caused enough problems to warrant the end of the program. Now imagine those same powers in the hands of the unpredictable, willful... humans... Now you must conduct some data collection. The current location of Anome and his crew is unknown. I am sending you to meet a Zion representative. Get any information they have regarding Anome, his ship, his crew; anything that can facilitate his apprehension.

The operative meets with the Zion representative, who is entirely bitter from Anome’s actions. The representative informs the Machine operative that they can have access to all the information on Anome they currently hold, as they need all the help they can get to bring Anome down. The representative also informs the Machinist that they’re currently busy trying to pinpoint Niobe’s location to bring her home.

The data Zion holds is downloaded onto a disk, and taken by the Machine operative. Agent Gray calls to inform the operative they need to analyse the data obtained from Zion. Agent Gray forwards his operative to a Machine science outpost to deliver the disk to one of their scientists.

The operative completes the objective, and the scientist runs it through his computer. He explains that it doesn’t look too promising.

Computer
Analyzing: personnel information
Locking in Hovercraft tracking signal... NULL
Locking in RSI tracking signals... NULL
No matching data found.
➢ _

Before leaving, the Machine operative checks out another computer on the location. After a little hacking through the security measures, the Machine operative examines a little document.

Computer
Topic ID SE235-TA532
Sighting correlation report:
No verifiable witnesses.
No actionable data.

We have no reason to pursue these sightings any further. The subject is presumably a figment of some human's imagination, fulfilling some sort of role; perhaps giving them hope. Certainly no living human individual could mask their existence the way she supposedly has. Investigation closed.

Agent Gray: This information is not promising. Anome and his crew seem to have disappeared from both the Matrix and the Real. Through our contacts in Zion, we have learned that he has also managed to perform some sort of feat involving the entire floor of the building where Niobe and her associates were assaulted. The influence of the vials can already be felt. Our task becomes ever more urgent. I will speak with you soon.

Merovingian Mission

Flood: I can’t tell you how long it’s been since I’ve been this happy. I’m sure that bu now, even you’ve heard about this whole little Anome escapade? Delightful, isn’t it? The greed, the betrayal... I almost get a little choked up just thinking about it. And poor, poor Niobe, struck down bu one of her so-called allies. I can’t think of anything to make this predicament any better. Well... maybe one thing. I want to know more! More details, more eyewitness accounts! And I know just the person to get them for me. I’m sending you to snoop through some Zion computer records. Be discreet.

The Merovingian operative follows the orders and proceeds to a Zion outpost indicated by Flood.

The operative enters the Zion outpost, and quickly eliminates the guards within, allowing free access to the target computer holding Zion’s records.

Computer
ZionOS operations records
Entry#2634-Tyn:
Warrior, of course you know about the tragedy that has struck Zion. Who could have foreseen that Anome would turn on Niobe herself? We have indications that Niobe survived his treachery, but remains in critical condition. We must reach her! Unfortunately, something is preventing us from accessing the area of the building where she was struck down. We’re still trying to determine what’s going on there. We’ve located an operative who was on guard outside the meeting place. Talk to him and see what you can find out.
Location notes: Sector 32A, subsection D
➢ _

After reviewing Zion’s records, the Merovingian operative makes haste to report back to Flood.

Flood: My, my, my! Now Niobe is trapped, and Zion can’t reach her! I take back my previous statement. This could get better. It could get a lot better. I think you’d better go pay this guard a little visit. I do hope he proves to be talkative.

The Merovingian operative arrives at the Zion Guard’s location discovered by Flood and confronts him in the guise of a Zion operative.

Zion Guard Operative: Hey, I already talked to somebody about this. The elevator wouldn’t go to her floor, the stairs just ended, what more do you need? Who are you, anyway? Tyndall didn’t really mention you.

With the further information in knowledge, the Merovingian operative leaves the guard’s location.

Flood: Elevators won’t go to the floor, stairs just end; I wouldn’t be surprised if a black cat walked by as well. It sounds just like some trick the Machines might pull, but why? What do they stand to gain from shutting Niobe off from the world? Time to extend your eavesdropping to the Toasters. I’ve picked out a nice little location for you; take a look at their communication logs and see what they’re up to in all this.

The Merovingian encounters light security who quickly fall before their attacker. The operative begins searching through the computer terminals in the location to search for the communication logs requested by Flood.

Computer
➢ srch * Anome
Searching all transmissions...
➢ Transmit to operatives:
➢ This information is not promising. Anome and his crew seem to have disappeared from both the Matrix and the Real. Through our contacts in Zion, we have learned that he has also managed to perform some sort of feat involving the entire floor of the building where Niobe and her associates were assaulted.
➢ The influence of the vials can already be felt. Our task becomes ever more urgent. I will speak with you soon.
➢ _

➢ srch * Anome
Searching all transmissions...
➢ Transmit to all operatives:
➢ This activity has reached an intolerable level. I have requested a meeting with a Zion representative to discuss this conduct.
➢ You will meet with the Zion controller, Anome. We must have clarification on where Zion stands.
➢ _

➢ srch * Anome
Searching all transmissions...
➢ Transmit from operator:
➢ That guy gives me the creeps. You can get out of there now.
➢ _

Flood: Looks like a mixed bag there; an obvious statement of fact, some sort of old message, but that one about the vials? Very interesting. No wonder the Machines wanted that case back so bad – think what someone with more imagination than that fool Anome could do with them! I would insult you, but I’m simply too happy right now to care. Call me later. I’m sure I’ll be able to muster up some sort of abuse.

As you all can see from the above reading - anyone looking for Anome and/or his crew is going to have to contend with abilities and powers that even the Machines have kept locked away for quite some time. This bodes worse than poorly for those seeking the bounty, and indeed provides a grim plight for all who are loyal to Zion. Our numbers are temporarily weakened as it is, and help from an unlikely ally could provide the turning point for this conflict... or exacerbate it... Once we have achieved our objective and freed Niobe, the Machines could turn on us and finish most of us off... but until then, we are honor-bound to uphold our pact with them.

It may be worthwhile to consult the Oracle on this - if we can find her. Keep a sharp eye out for anything out of the ordinary...

Niobe and the Oracle

2006-06-07T08:25:00.000-07:00

Desaigon mentioned seeing the Oracle for a little while. Apparently, she let De and Epy in on a few things with regards to the fate of Niobe, and took the opportunity to let plenty of other people in on the answers to whatever questions they could ask her.

For those of you who have not met her yet, check out the transcript on Niobe's kidnapping here. I believe that it is worth our time and effort to see what we can do to organize toward solving this mystery. For many of you in the faction, this may be the first live event available to you, and I believe that it would do us all some good to work together as a faction, form one or two mission teams, and set about to find more information on this event.

If you have any comments or suggestions on what the Oracle has posted, leave them here, and we will discuss them... we may be able to find a resolution to this situation that satisfies the goals of Zion.

Real $info

2006-06-05T12:24:00.000-07:00

Few things are worse than hearing lvl50's complain while standing around the Mara Central hardline that the NPC's are too easy. "Greyheads", they complain, "are just too easy." Well, then - get your butt out of Richmond and into Downtown!

I think the same can be said for our faction. Everybody hangs around Richmond because its safe, populated, and the projects. However, if we are to be successful and powerful as a faction, we must dare to go where the powerful go, do what they do, and move in the circles that they move. Now I'm in no way suggesting that we get a group of fifteen lvl 6's to case Merv's favorite hiding spots... but I do think that there should be more exposure to the Matrix as a whole.

I will be planning tours of Lower Richmond, Westview, Downtown, and the International areas (by subway for all, and on foot for those Lvl 10 and above with Infiltrator capabilities) so that we can learn to quickly navigave and stay alive in these areas where more powerful programs have control. We will also be able to coordinate mission teams and groups using macros and command codes so that we provide the maximum in defensive and offensive strength.

I have scoured the Web, and compiled an 18 page document on some topics which I feel are critical to our survial and growth as a faction. The subjects in here are not private information, but aren't widely known either. This "Real $info" document contains:

Anges Sans Ailes combat macro setup procedures:

These custom hotbar buttons allow us to change entire abilities loadouts with the touch of one key whenever we are near a hardline - no more standing still, no more accessing abilities screens and clicking for five minutes. This is critical information for everyone level 6 and above!

List of all Vendors and coordinates (Tiers One, Two, Three, and Four):

No more running around the Matrix wondering if so-and-so sells what you're looking for. This way you can know BEFORE you go!

Access Node Key Drops:

This list provides a list of where access keys can be found for each restricted district, including the gang member types that you'll have to face to gain the key and the boss exile name and location. I will be organizing mission teams to secure access node keys for some of the outlying Westview districts including Sobra Shores and Stamos.

XP chart:

This chart lists the amount of total XP needed to achieve each level, as well as the amount of XP to advance to the next level.

Emotes and moods:

This section lists most of the emotes and moods available in the game as well as the level necessary to access each mood.

Exile Hideouts and Loot Drops:

This handy list gives you information on all of the Exile hideouts in the game, including complete stats on any specialized loot that may be dropped by high-ranking NPCs and bosses.

Hardlines:

The final list in the document is a comprehensive list of all of the hardlines in the Matrix and their coordinates. No more running from agents or enemies and getting stuck!

I have made this document available in three formats that should suit everyone's needs.

Click here for Microsoft Word document format [461 KB]

Click here for Adobe Acrobat PDF format [182 KB]

Click here for PostScript file format [1,999 KB]

Send me an ingame e-mail if you're interested in a tour or in assisting with the access node key collection msisions!

Whoo-hoo!

2006-06-03T22:28:00.000-07:00

Wow! What a wonderful time we had! Thanks to all the Anges Sans Ailes faction members who came out to support and have a great time with us!

The very first thing I did was to jack in a few minutes early to make sure my RSI was well groomed and very well dressed. It's okay to look like a fool on a mission. As long as you're busy kicking tail and taking names, who cares what you dress like - the combat upgrades tell the whole story. I changed clothes into something more coordinated and suave, and hightailed it to Kedemoth to scope the scene. Evening was just falling as I got there.

Although it was getting late, evening wasn't the only thing falling when I made it to the 25th floor. Cinetique (captain of the HvCFT La Bande de Sorcieres, and leader of Anges Sans Ailes) showed up in a white Masseli Moon V-Neck Dress with a plunging neckline that would even crack the Architect's composure.

The music was going, the party was bumpin', and there was even a contest or two! The radio station we all tuned in to had a joke contest, and so we all e-mailed our best joke to DJMcBain, in hopes of winning a prize! Congratulations to Cinetique who took second place, winning 11 million $info in the contest!

Tonight's attendees were: Cinetique, ZurielSeven, Desaigon, GreatPook, Xievier, Zariabeth, and Epyone. Everyone had a great time (at least I didn't hear any complaints), and although a shirt or two did get lost in the shuffle, it was a clean party. I thought I saw Apexed around (perhaps working on his abs), although he didn't join in the fun. Perhaps next time.

And there will be a next time! Big ups to my man Desaigon for helping me with this party. Of course, I have to acknowledge my friend and captain, Cinetique. Thanks also to Zariabeth for her assistance, and in fact to everyone who invited someone, even if they were not able to make it.

Boy, that music just sticks in your head... doesn't it. Here I am, chillin' at a hardline, about to jack out, and just can't stop going. It was fun. A lot of fun. I'm thinking we might have to do it again, say, in about two weeks or so. Let me know - leave a comment or two and tell me what you thought, and when you think we should have our next get-together.

The Party is Tonight!

2006-06-03T08:50:00.000-07:00

La Bande de Sorcieres threw an informal party at Club Sphinx the other night. Unfortunately, I was unable to spend time there, as my computer was suffering from VDT's, and I had to have it tested... I managed to get away from battling the Unclean - long enough to have a vision... and what i did get to see between the lag and the chop was quite nice. A vision of a wingless angel, clothed in pearl, surrounded by a halo.

I just had to post this pic... it's not the most descriptive, but I think it sums up what goes down in Dannah Heights. Once you've spent 2 hours whipping Uncleans, feel free to wash your hands, kick back order a few, and lean on the bar for support like De.

The next party will be Saturday, June 3, at 7:30 pm PST at Club Duality (21st floor) in Kedemoth. (Take Kedemoth Central hardline or Yellow Subway line to get there). New faction members [Anges Sans Ailes] are welcome. (The password is "Trinity's Laces".) LOL.

As always, comments and contact is welcome!

Anges Sans Ailes

2006-06-01T19:13:00.000-07:00

A big big shout-out to the coolest faction in the Matrix - Anges Sans Ailes!

Anges Sans Ailes, or the "Wingless Angels", is dedicated to upholding the principles of Zion and promoting life, liberty, and peace for the denizens of the Matrix... and we don't mind opening a can or two on those who want to challenge that peace. We are seeking members who are loyal, helpful, willing to fight, and don't mind having fun while taking names.

Contact Cinetique or ZurielSeven for more detailed faction information, or any faction member for information on joining!

"I remember chasing you was like chasing a ghost."

Further Information is Available Here

2006-06-01T19:05:00.000-07:00

The Matrix Online Vault is the place to find good information on locations, hardlines, radio stations, FAQ's, and other useful things for those new to the faction. If you are level 5 or below, I highly recommending the Newbie's Guide to The Matrix Online. It can even help those who have been in the game a while. By the way, we've been newly listed on the Matrix Online Vault's "Factions" page, so feel free to drop by and check it out.

Information on Exile Hideouts

2006-06-01T12:10:00.000-07:00

Exile Hideouts – where to find them and what they give

Exile Hideouts are dungeons. They are filled with different ranks of a certain exile gang. The include numerous amounts of floors, with the ending boss lair. Special loot can be found on the bosses in these hideouts.

Richland

All Casinos (Camon Heights, Eshean Projects, Mara, Zia)

Exile Types:

Uncleans

(Levels 5-10)

Boss

Zero

(Level 12)

Loot
Surefoot Sneakers Movement Speed (4%) Ballistic Damage Bonus (1%) Evade Interlock Bonus (1%) MinLevel 10	Steady Sneakers Movement Speed (6%) Ballistic Damage Bonus (1%) Evade Interlock Bonus (1%) MinLevel 10	Solid Sneakers Movement Speed (10%) Ballistic Damage Bonus (1%) Evade Interlock Bonus (2%) MinLevel 10

Floors
5

Old Hammerville High (Dannah Heights)

Exile Types:

Covens

(Levels 13-18)

Boss

Morbiel

(Level 20)

Loot
Ravenswing Ballistic Damage Resistance (6pts) Viral Damage Bonus (1%) Viral Accuracy Bonus (1%) MinLevel 18	Ravenstail Ballistic Damage Resistance (8pts) Viral Damage Bonus (2%) Viral Accuracy Bonus (2%) MinLevel 18	Ravensfeather Ballistic Damage Resistance (10pts) Viral Damage Bonus (2%) Viral Accuracy Bonus (2%) MinLevel 18

Floors
4

Mars Industrial Storage (Uriah)

Exile Types:

Uncleans

(Levels 1-6)

Boss

Zero

(Level 8)

Loot
Corrupt Hands Melee Damage Bonus (1%) Force Combat Bonus (1%) MinLevel 6	Defiled Gloves Melee Damage Bonus (1%) Force Combat Bonus (4%) MinLevel 6	Fighters Gloves Melee Damage Bonus (1%) Force Combat Bonus (9%) MinLevel 6

Floors
4

Westview

Old Talbot Building (Gracy Heights)

Exile Types:

Ethereals

(Levels 18-22)

Boss

Ethereal 1

(Level 25)

Loot
Euphoricap Innerstrength Cost Modifier Bonus (1%) Viral Resistance (10pts) Viral Defense Bonus (1%) MinLevel 23	Hygenicap Innerstrength Cost Modifier Bonus (1%) Viral Resistance (12pts) Viral Defense Bonus (1%) MinLevel 23	Asepticap Innerstrength Cost Modifier Bonus (2%) Viral Resistance (15pts) Viral Defense Bonus (2%) MinLevel 23

Floors
3

Rawlins Corner (Lucero Point)

Exile Types:

Ethereals

(Levels 24-28)

Boss

Ethereal 2

(Level 31)

Loot
Project Shoes Ballistic Damage Bonus (1%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (1%) Movement Speed (5%) Evade Interlock Bonus (1%)	Section Shoes Ballistic Damage Bonus (2%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (2%) Movement Speed (7%) Evade Interlock Bonus (1%) MinLevel 29	Etherial Shoes Ballistic Damage Bonus (2%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (3%) Movement Speed (10%) Evade Interlock Bonus (2%) MinLevel 29

Floors
3

Rawlins Corner (Lucero Point)

Exile Types:

Ethereals

(Levels 24-28)

Boss

Ethereal 2

(Level 31)

Loot
Project Shoes Ballistic Damage Bonus (1%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (1%) Movement Speed (5%) Evade Interlock Bonus (1%)	Section Shoes Ballistic Damage Bonus (2%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (2%) Movement Speed (7%) Evade Interlock Bonus (1%) MinLevel 29	Etherial Shoes Ballistic Damage Bonus (2%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (3%) Movement Speed (10%) Evade Interlock Bonus (2%) MinLevel 29

Floors
3

Abandoned Subway (Rogers Way)

Exile Types:

Project Nines

(Levels 21-25)

Boss

Colonel Strong

(Levels 28)

Loot
Dark Shadow Jacket Max Health Bonus (1%) Stealth (12pts) MinLevel 26	Black Shadow Jacket Max Health Bonus (2%) Stealth (18pts) MinLevel 26	Deep Shadow Jacket Max Health Bonus (3%) Stealth (24pts) MinLevel 26

Floors
3

Ole Miller Projects (Stamos)

Exile Types:

Watchers

(Levels 26-31)

Boss

Watchman

(Levels 34)

Loot
Detection Shades Concealment Detection (22pts) Stealth Detection (25%) Sneak Attack Detection (40%) Initiative Bonus (1%) MinLevel 32	Perception Shades Concealment Detection (34pts) Stealth Detection (30%) Sneak Attack Detection (50%) Initiative Bonus (2%) MinLevel 32	Watcher's Shades Concealment Detection (45pts) Stealth Detection (40%) Sneak Attack Detection (60%) Initiative Bonus (3%) MinLevel 32

Floors
4

International

Orchid Public Bath (Kaede)

Exile Types:

Ethereals

(Levels 11-16)

Boss

Ethereal 1

(Level 19)

Loot
Lionskin Wrap Melee Damage Resistance (5pts) Inner Strength Regen Rate (5%) Max Inner Strength (5pts) MinLevel 16	Tigerskin Wrap Melee Damage Resistance (10pts) Inner Strength Regen Rate (10%) Max Inner Strength (9pts) MinLevel 16	Dragonskin Wrap Melee Damage Resistance (15pts) Inner Strength Regen Rate (15%) Max Inner Strength (15pts) MinLevel 16

Floors
5

White Lotus Hotel (Shinjuku)

Exile Types:

Spinnerettes

(Levels 21-23)

Boss

Black Widow

(Level 24)

Loot
Widow's Gi/Dress Force Combat Bonus (1%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (1%) Melee Damage Resistance (10pts) Movement Speed (5%) MinLevel 24	Spider Gi/Dress Force Combat Bonus (2%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (2%) Melee Damage Resistance (15pts) Movement Speed (10%) MinLevel 24	Black Widow's Gi/Dress Force Combat Bonus (3%) Ballistic Defense Bonus (3%) Melee Damage Resistance (20pts) Movement Speed (15%) MinLevel 24

Floors
3

Downtown

Creston Heights Museum (Creston Heights)

Exile Types:

Ravenous

(Levels 50-51)

Boss

Gruesome

(Level 52)

Loot
Dark Forest Shirt / Helen's Raiment Viral Resistance (13pts) Ballistic Defense Bonus (1%) Melee Defense Bonus (1%) Thrown Defense Bonus (1%) Viral Defense Bonus (1%) Initiative Bonus (1%) Ballistic Damage Resistance (13pts) Melee Damage Resistance (13pts) MinLevel 40	Evergreenskin Shirt / Black Widow's Threads Viral Resistance (15pts) Ballistic Defense Bonus (2%) Melee Defense Bonus (2%) Thrown Defense Bonus (2%) Viral Defense Bonus (2%) Initiative Bonus (2%) Ballistic Damage Resistance (15pts) Melee Damage Resistance (15pts) MinLevel 40	Troll's Hide / Emma's Vengeance Viral Resistance (18pts) Ballistic Defense Bonus (3%) Melee Defense Bonus (3%) Thrown Defense Bonus (3%) Viral Defense Bonus (3%) Initiative Bonus (3%) Ballistic Damage Resistance (18pts) Melee Damage Resistance (18pts) MinLevel 40

Floors
2

Hampton Green Hotel (Hampton Green)

Exile Types:

St. Negas

(Levels 31-33)

Boss

Mr. Jones

(Level 34)

Loot
Lancet (Revolver) Reuse time: 4.5secs Base Damage: 11-11pts Armor Piercing Range: 16m Ballistic Accuracy Bonus (3%) Ballistic Accuracy (5pts) States: (5% Chance) Causes Stun: 8secs MinLevel 35	Needler (SMG) Reuse time: 2secs Base Damage: 11-11pts Armor Piercing Range: 16m Ballistic Accuracy Bonus (4%) Ballistic Accuracy (5pts) States: (5% Chance) Causes Stun: 8secs MinLevel 35	Stinger (Shotgun) Reuse time: 4secs Base Damage: 11-11pts Armor Piercing Range: 16m Ballistic Accuracy Bonus (5%) Ballistic Accuracy (5pts) States: (5% Chance) Causes Stun: 8secs MinLevel 35

Floors
4

South Vauxton Apartments (South Vauxton)

Exile Types:

Packs

(Levels 26-28)

Boss

Lupin

(Level 29)

Loot
Blackwolf Coat Max Health (250pts) Health Regen Rate (10%) Melee Damage Bonus (1%) MinLevel 30	Greywolf Coat Max Health (300pts) Health Regen Rate (15%) Melee Damage Bonus (2%) MinLevel 30	Direwolf Skin Max Health (350pts) Health Regen Rate (20%) Melee Damage Bonus (3%) MinLevel 30

Floors
5

Please feel free to post comments and suggestions, or contact me (zurielseven@hotmail.com) for further information.