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This mainly applies to the faction leader position, and they're ability to manage the faction. All I ask is that we have free reign on how we promote, demote and remove other crews.

As the leader of a faction, if they ever came a time that I needed to demote a Rank 1 crew, I am unable too because due to the current mechanics, they are the same rank as me, even though I am the leader. The leader should have their own seperate rank, so they can promote, demote and remove as they see fit. As of right now, once a crew is promoted to Rank 1, they are there to stay, which is kind of strange.

Now, the most obvious would be: "Oh, you should be most trusting of who you promote." This is true, however - it doesn't erase the fact that later on that particular Captain may do something that you don't find trusting in your eyes, and you don't want to kick them out of the faction, but rather just demote back to Rank 2 for a while.

It's not a pressing issue, just something I think would help give faction leaders a bit more flexibility in managing their factions' ranks.

We request the honor of your presence at our 1st annual Winter Formal and Military Ball.
Planning for a good time, we would like to invite all of our allies, friends and the entire community to show what SOCA is, and show our class and humbleness to all.
Along with our co-hosts The Vixens, it promises to be a blast.

Required Attire
Males
*Basically anything dressy, but what follows are several examples:
-Machello Jacket and Tie
-System Suit
-Valshamir Suit
-Machello Avero Vest Combo
-Tenatively, the new vests coming out for the Winter event this year.

All of these will include matching slacks and shoes. Accessories, such as gloves, fedoras and the formal hats are optional and at the discretion of individual goers.

Females
-Masseli Moon V-Neck Dress
-Sif Snakeskin Dress
-Svanhild's Dress

Again, matching shoes are a must, but gloves, fedoras, formal hats and such are optional.

All members attending are welcome to bring their dates or 'spouses'. Obviously, they can be outra-faction or even outra-org.

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We hope to see you there, and wish you the best this Christmas and holiday season.

Cordially yours,
S.O.C.A Leadership

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We request the honor of your presence at our 1st annual Winter Formal and Military Ball.
Planning for a good time, we would like to invite all of our allies, friends and the entire community to show what SOCA is, and show our class and humbleness to all.
Along with our co-hosts The Vixens, it promises to be a blast.

Required Attire
Males
*Basically anything dressy, but what follows are several examples:
-Machello Jacket and Tie
-System Suit
-Valshamir Suit
-Machello Avero Vest Combo
-Tenatively, the new vests coming out for the Winter event this year.

All of these will include matching slacks and shoes. Accessories, such as gloves, fedoras and the formal hats are optional and at the discretion of individual goers.

Females
-Masseli Moon V-Neck Dress
-Sif Snakeskin Dress
-Svanhild's Dress

Again, matching shoes are a must, but gloves, fedoras, formal hats and such are optional.

All members attending are welcome to bring their dates or 'spouses'. Obviously, they can be outra-faction or even outra-org.

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We hope to see you there, and wish you the best this Christmas and holiday season.

Cordially yours,
S.O.C.A Leadership

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Done.

According to the error message, the patch servers are down. If they are up, I've tried disabling firewall, and reconnecting to the internet.
I only get this message on my main launcher, however, my -clone launcher that I use for my 2nd account, works fine. Any suggestions?

SOCA, or The Special Operations Crisis Agency is a clandestine organization of Machinists dedicated to protecting the simulation, preserving the life of the sleepers, defending ourselves and our fellow man from harm, and dealing swiftly with those who would disrupt the tranquility and the reach for peace that we all wish for.

Established as a mobile, and responsive faction for investigation and combat operations - we, like many of our fellow Machine factions, uphold the will of the Machines and carry out our orders to the best of our ability. We aim for total balance and peace through the chaos that engulfs all of us; it is common to see us opposing any and all criminal elements and terrorists that plague the simulation and the Real.

Our operatives stand on the frontlines, our hopes and dreams we hold close. Never forget your honor, and remember: Without dreams and hopes, there is no point in fighting.
We sincerely hope you'll give us a look over and that our requirements, should you meet or exceed them, that your career with us will be a long, envigorating experience.

Requirements:

- We are an all around faction and active and deep into the Machinist scene and politics.

- Be willing to promote at all times, a friendly, courteous and mature manner.

- No specific level requirement, but we do ask that you have at least a basic understanding of the game.

- Last, but certainly not least, willing to have fun and enjoy this game for all it's worth.

Please visit our forums here, and if interested, fill out an application. We will review and get back with you as soon as possible.

Sincerely,
MysticTravi
Director of SOCA

Female RSI Hair Pill 8.

1 million.

Title says it all: Ooo stability/purity

8 million each.

EDIT: Fixed gender.

It's just around the corner, so what's everyone's thoughts on this years race to the Super Bowl?

I'll do what I do every year, bid for the ~~Bengals~~ Bungles to actually win games.

I think it'll be a good season this year, as a lot of teams had roster revamps. I see the Eagles, Chargers and Browns all making a run for the playoffs this year. Patriots of course, but I don't know if the Giants would be able to repeat last year's run. The Cowboys should be solid this year, as should the Jags.

So, thoughts?

I'm not sure if this was by design or is a fluke in the system, but it is a real issue. I've bugged this problem numerous times, but now I'd just like an answer.

Ok, I've had:
-SSR guards, level 40, using Wrist Throw(a level 42 Karate move.)
-Unlimits, level 35, using Machine Gun Kick (a level 36 Karate move)
-Gunslinger NPCs, level 45, using Dual Pistol Execution (a level 46 Handguns move)
-EPN Crusaders, level 36, level 26, using Sucidal Butterfly, Pistol Barrage, (levels 36, 27, Kung Fu, Handguns respectively)
-Commandos, level 26, level 45 using Pistol Barrage and Dual Pistol Execution (level 27 and 46 respectively, Handgun moves)
-Tengu, levels 30 and 45 respectively, using Aerial Takedown and Tomo Nage (level 39 and 46 respectively Aikido moves)

That's just to name a few. All I'd like to know is if this is by design: Are the NPCs supposed to exploit and use specials above their levels? Or is it just a fluke in the system that needs to be looked at. It is really quite annoying that the NPCs have this kind of advantage over the players, especially when it comes to the likes of farming Captain Dernick, and his level 45 using Dual Pistol Execution that he is NOT supposed to use.

It's not the fact that the NPCs are too difficult in this perspective, but it's just the fact that it makes for a very unbalanced fight at times, especially in this combat system when the NPC can use specials that are two to even nine levels above them.

So, as I said: By design for exploiting NPCs? Or is this just a glitch in the system?

Completed.

My first attempt at a graphic novel, so forgive the amateurish artwork and layout, hehe. I'm working on my style as I go.

Crisis Code is a graphic novel in the making of about 3 months now, and just now got the layout how I want it. It starts slow, but a deep storyline will begin to unveil itself as the novel carries on. I will post more as they are shot and shopped by me.

I hope you all enjoy.

Credits and thanks too: (will be updated as necessary)
Duffie
Mirmaker
ArchDuke
Tetrahelix
Kasiandra

Ooo or Oo is fine.
Reasonable price on both.

The ones with the ballistic accuracy 2%, and level 48ish I believe.
Name price.

This is just a small suggestion that I thought up with a few people, could there potentially be a way to change your trait? (True Believer, Suspecious Cynic etc.)

It can be a multiple time thing like the stat hacks, or maybe just a one shot pop. As an MA, I suffer severely because my base Belief is 5 (as a Fanatic Self Improver). Unfortunately, back in the original combat, this trait was actually very good - as it gave much more health and such. However, in CR2 - I don't receive anything except Max Health and Intiative bonuses, both of which don't help a whole lot (minus using Desperation when near death) and I have to burn through at LEAST 20 of my points for each of my main traits; thus leaving me with very little in the way of customization and defenses against other classes. Having the extra 6 points in Belief or Focus could go a long way in helping me, and others could benefit when using their chosen class.

Rerolling a character aside, could it be possible to implement a system to do this? Or are your traits locked into your character to where they cannot be changed?

Pretty simple game I used to play with friends back when we all played Dynasty Warriors together.

Concept is you think of a song name and artist, then the person below you posts any MxO or Matrix character(s) they could see singing that particular song. Be creative and use a little imagination.
Once that person states their choice, they ask the same question.
So:

(Example:
Person 1: Bon Jovi - It's my Life
Person 2: The Kid, Nelly - Air Force Ones)
and so on.

So, I'll start.

Red Hot Chili Peppers - Otherside.

I have accumulated after a couple trips to Yuki, a total of 3 Yuki Masks (2 of which I'm keeping on my alt), but I'm willing to trade one to someone if they have an extra Male bandana, or a female RSI with a bandana.
Can be negotiable.
Reply here, or /t me in game at MysticTravi or MysticJad1a.

Currently seeking out interested players looking for a independent, Machine aligned crew. We operate as a solo unit, specializing in special tactics, PvP, PvE and even RP. Current nine slots available.
Based on the response I get to this thread, I may consider making a forums for our cause.
In the meantime, please PM me with a brief description of yourself, including:
Handle in game:
Level:
Main Discipline:
Main fortes (PvE, RP, PvP, hanging out etc.)
Short description of yourself in terms of personality.

I am a level 50 Machine operative, and a veteran of 2.5 years. I have extensive knowledge of the game mechanics, and know many other veterans of who can assist us if I am unable to answer a question. If you wish to chat in game to lay down terms or meet me in person before discussing recruitment, just PM me or send me /t MysticTravi in game.
Alts are accepted under certain circumstances.

Looking forward to working with any interested parties.

-MT

Forget it. Lock and delete please.

I've been looking for a way to make a crisper, less rough-edged screenshot. I've enabled anti-aliasing, but it only seems to help in a minor way.
What's the best way to get more 'realistic' edges that are not as rough.
Thanks.

I do have the MxOconfig file, and it has a way to increase anti-aliasing, but I don't want to try something and it totally screw something up.

Disregard, managed to obtain one.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/severe_weather

Just in today, after the barrage of severe weather, which is being associated with La Nina, which does affect global weather with it's temperature differences in the Pacific. Believe it not, while a storm of this magnitude is unusual for Feburary, the peak tornado season begins at the end of Feb. though Aug. - Sept.

So was anyone caught in the blast of this storm? I was, I'm in Kentucky. Luckily, we dodged the tornadoes, but we still had plenty of damage from straightline winds.
Discuss.
And to those who lost loved ones, property etc. in the storms, I pray for all you.

Not quite, though the thought crossed my mind.
Anyhow, it's time for me to hang it up for a bit, place the old stripes to the side and take a breather. My time in the game is limited at the moment due to my lack of free time to even jack into the game.
I hope this will not be a permanent absence, but with things looking they are in the Real for me, it's not out of the question either.
Things have been hellishly busy for me, and haven't had a chance to really jack in all that much, along with my recuperating wrist injury, dealing with my medical disability claims from such injury as well as, back to the normal grind at my work, it's wearing me out.

So for now, it's goodbye to everyone. I'll try to jack in ever so often until my subscription is up. But if not, see you all on the other side and take care. I hope to return one day, but it's looking grim at the moment.
For those that wish to keep in touch with me, I have several avenues of contact that I will gladly give to people I know ingame via PM.

Machines, keep pushing for absolute victory!

/twofingersalute
Adieu.

Quoted from the Nvidia GeForce 8800 thread by art.

After installing Vista I totally got rid of indoor lag. Though, as was expected, I have the following Vista bugs now:

Face Details (even with shadow turned off)
Texture issues with multiple weapons, NPC's and fem cloth items
everything gets messed up when I alt+tab

But hey, at least im able to run missions! From now on I will post in the Vista Issue thread.

-art

I am not running Vista and recently upgraded from an Nvidia GeForce 7900 GS 256 mb card, to an ATI Radeon HD 2600 512 mb card. Under the GeForce, most everything worked except for artifacting occasionally, or pixel pulling, or totally sending polygons on my screens to totally locking up and freezing my system.
To remedy this problem, I tried many things, new drivers, factory drivers etc. Nothing worked.
MxO was not the only one having issues, it was most all of my games - so I decided it was my card.

Enter this beauty of a card: ATI Radeon 2600 HD, 512 mb.
Artifacting, pixel pulling etc. all fixed.

Now...
I have to deal with non loading textures, such as the issues art is having. Most of my FM-1100 type weapons are totally black, I mean - no texture at all, just a black blob shaped like an FM-1100, 900 etc. Kessay type weapons are the same, totally black frame with no detailed textures.
All clothing has a burnt look to them, and lost their 'shiny' luster. Widow's Moor Glasses are burnt, and most textures on buildings (even entire buldings sometimes) fail to render. I.E being the church in Mara - it takes a while.

If you all need the dxinfo and such, let me know - I'll post it with screenshots as well.

Male, will offer 5 mil for a decent pair.
Price is somewhat negotiable...

This occurred only a few moments ago.
I was signed out of MxO due to some lag issues and was going to reboot my machine after it told me that:
Error: Could not initialize internet connection. You must be connected to play. The Application will now close.
At first, I thought it was a hiccup in my modem because it did spaz out earlier and I had to unplug and reconnect my Ethernet cable in order to resume game play.
But now that this occurred, I rebooted my machine and still the same thing. I have tried unplugging and disconnecting my modem entirely, waiting about a min. then reconnecting it. Still nothing.
It's befuddling though because I have surf the net and go to websites, but can't use MxO, MSN or anything.
It's annoying really...

Any help is appreciated.

Hopefully never to my topic title, but it would be interesting to see what other people think will happen once the game's storyline comes to end, if it ever does. (God Forbid it please...)

I personally believe it will become just another PvP game, but I have a feeling with no storyline, more content inducing quests will come to the surface for new items and such.
What's everyone else think?

Please no flaming, all opinions are valid.

This only began occurring after my most recent video card update to build 162 of NVIDIA. Strange little strips of graphics, mainly something that looks like a woman's lips show up in random strips on the playing field outdoors.
Only occurs on high texture detail, not on medium or low.
And only at certain angles of the camera. They appear and disappear while running like LOS prop objects do.
DXinfo and MSinfo to follow.

Ever wonder what it's like to work for the Machines and still fight for what YOU believe in?
Ever wonder what it's like to fight for your family, comrades, the betterment of us all...and still do it how you think it should be done?

Then, you need to look no further than our own regiment: The Rogue Unit.

T.R.U is a Machinist faction dedicated to upholding order and maintaining peace and balance, no matter what must be done. By many, we are considered Rogue in our actions - hence our name.
If you wish to work for the Machines, but not be tied down by protocol and logic that some other Machine factions follow so blindly, then we are for you.

Join us, and find out what it's like to be a Rogue fighting for the Machines.
We specialize in all forms of operations for your complete freedom in what you do.
PvP, RP, PvE, or just general socializing. We welcome quality members that will help us through the now reborn war against our Zion counterparts.

-MysticTravi
Chief//The Rogue Unit

Mystic awoke from his bunker, a coughing attack had overcome his lungs. Violent, swift and exhausting, he dropped to his knees trying to overcome it. After a small ordeal, he cleared his throat and coughed up blood, spraying it all over his quarter's floor. After gasping for air for a few seconds, he looked down at his reflection in the glistening blood. Reaching for his handkerchief, he wiped his mouth off, removing some trickles of blood from the sides of mouth. After very wearily standing up, and wobbling to the door, he slowly opened it. Gripping his chest with his arms from the immense pain he felt, he trotted through the quiet corridor. Arriving at the operator's stations, he noticed his operator, Hunter, there staring at the screens.

"H...Hunter?" Mystic said, weakly. Hunter turned around, and in one move, throw his headphones off and rushed over to his fallen captain.

"Mystic! You alright? What're you doing out of bed??" Hunter asked.

"It was too quiet...had to check on things." Mystic answered. He let a few internal coughs escape his mouth, covering his mouth with his handkerchief in the process.

"Things are fine, boss. You need to get back to sleep..." Hunter replied. He couldn't stand to see his captain this way. "We're gonna rendezvous with 01 in a few, but you need you're rest if you're gonna be fit to talk to the Agents." He slung Mystic's arm around his neck and helped him back to his quarters. He opened the door and noticed the splattered blood on the floor.

"S...Sorry." Mystic said, through a small coughing fit. Hunter shook his head at his captain.

"Don't worry about it, I'll clean it up. You lay back down over there." he reconciled, reaching for a few towels to place on the floor. Mystic sat down on the bed, and immediately had another coughing attack.

"I...can't stop coughing." Mystic managed to say in between the hacks. After a small ordeal, he managed to lay down again, still gripping his chest. "I'm in so much pain..." he said in a weak and frail voice.

Hunter finished his clean up duty, and wishes his captain a good sleep. He closed the door and sighed. He knew Mystic didn't have long to live, and even if he did survive this....he would be severely weakened.
"I hope....01 will have an answer." he walked back to the operator station and sat down at the console. He tapped a few keys and pull his mic boom to his mouth.
"01, please come in. Priority transmission from Hovercraft The Trust." he waited a moment, and soon the dial tone began. "01...someone, please pick up." Hunter began, explaining the ordeal to the person on the other end of the line...

Mods, you can remove this now. I found one.

There aren’t many in this world who understands what true pain and agony is. Not many can see the damage that just a simple pen *CENSORED* can do is it’s out of context with the rest of the environment. There are those who never experience pain, those that are so well off in life that they don’t know what pain is, what suffering is.

To know these emotions
Is to know what hell is…
Is to know what death is…
Is to know what life is really about…

Let me tell you a story about these emotions, one of betrayal, one of deception, war, pain and death.
However, let me also tell you a story about love, heart, healing, trust and wishes fulfilled. Will you let me tell this story? Yes?
Excellent.

Have you ever had a conflict so great that it shakes the very foundations of your core? Ever heard of one? The story I’m about to tell you will show you what it’s like. But first, can you please tell me about yourself? Only if you can relate to this…will you understand…

Coming soon… FoxHound Legends

Despite the efforts to deter such a thing, it can still be done. Since only Group Repairs and Restore Group were placed on the same 4 second timer, the loophole is Group Heal 1.0 from the Force Enhancer Tree. Therefore, you can cast this ability (whether or not it has a reuse timer of it's how is yet to be tested, someone can confirm). However, it's still making for very unproductive, taking the fun away from the game in PvP and can be quite the annoyance to people who have sluggish computers, or with the lag that is currently present in Mara server side.

My fix is this, all area heals should be placed on the same family timer, with the same reuse timer. This would prevent spamming of them. All orgs are guilty of it, not just one side. I'm personally sick of it, and for those of you who decide to flame me, spare me. It will do no good, go ahead and stroke your e-egos.

I don't want to hear anything like: "Learn to live with it", or "Get used to it", or "OMGWTFBBQSTFU with teh nerfz!" I hate calling for changes as much as the new person, but this seriously need to be addressed.
I will test this out this evening and provide an update on this. However, if someone can confirm before I can, all the better.

/discussconstructively

Though it's been real, and it's been fun, it hasn't be real fun - j/k

It's been a great two years, and I just fear that it must draw to a close. It's been a great time, but lately...my interest has dropped below optimal levels to continue on this journey in the Matrix. It will have to be upgraded quite a bit before I decide to make a return. For now, Mystic is going into recluse someone in the Matrix or the Real World, and I will probably try to have a small event to explain it all RP wise. But for now, it's farewell to all my fellow players.
I could do shoutouts, but it would be a very long list and I just don't have the energy to do that.
But my good friends know who they are, and they know I will miss them. My account is open until Feb. 9th, so if you want some contact details outside MxO, let me know through PM.

In the meanwhile, good faith and fortune to all and happy gaming. This is Mystic, signing out.

Only in Megacity could one find a way to appropriate a Bradley Sniper Rifle, take a sniper shot at 500m, and kill with one shot to the side of the head. No witnesses, no words, only the deathly silence that followed.
After an extensive search for clues, it was only natural to find out several twists and turns into the murder.
A recap of that operation will come once it's filled...
The operation continues now, and we're close to finding the culprit..
It's no longer personal...
It's a vendetta...
One with...
Dire Consequences...

- Digital Reality Special Forces

((Event recap soon, this is just to set the stage.))

((This is a very impromtu RP story that I'm currently working on. It runs parallel to the MxO, in the ways, I use the names of people I know, (with permission of course), but it focuses on my character Mystic, in his own trials and tribulations. They may seem all 'Neoish' in the fact he is rather strong, but that is not the case, he's not 'the One'. He is just a very strong character who has seen alot in the Matrix and knows how to deal with certain situations quickly and efficiently. At any rate, this is not a reflection of my actual character in MxO, but rather just a story I'm making for the fun and joy of it. It will be presented in parts as I write it, so please be patient. And, please no flaming, but enjoy the story SMILEY

))

Prologue

    MysticTravi was one of discernment, honor and valor within everything he did. A young, dynamic young man, Mystic was awakened at the age of 18 by Ghost of the Zion organization within the Matrix, but his peace with Zion would only last a short while as he was betrayed and nearly killed by a group of assassins a few months into his service. After wondering around on his own in the Matrix after recovering my the near fatal wounds he had incurred from the battles against the assassins, Mystic was found sitting on a bench alone in Midian Park when he was approached by a pair of women, both within one or two years in age and form. He was devoid in his own thoughts that he never saw them approaching.
    “Hello?” the older of the two girls spoke, leaning down with her hands on her knees. Maneuvering her head to find his eyes, she repeated. “Hello??”
That snapped Mystic out of his trance, almost making him jump out of the bench.
    “Huh? Oh…” he felt a little stupid with his ‘huh’ in front of this lovely looking gal. “I apologize, was just reflecting upon some past events.” He stood up, and gave a small bow to the two gals. “Good evening.”
    The older of the two, the same one that spoke to him giggled a bit and smiled.
    “That’s quite alright. My sis and I…” she motioned to the other girl, standing slightly behind her and to the left. “…were just out walking and saw you out here by yourself.” She examined his trench carefully, noticing a few torn threads were a faction patch used to be. “Are you…a deserter?” she asked, almost nervously.
    He knew what she was referring too and shook his head sadly.
    “No, my faction was recently…destroyed by a group of exile assassins. I can’t bear myself to wear the insignia anymore.” He replied, using his right arm to rub the spot on his left where the patch once sat.
    “That’s terrible…” the younger girl replied, her face clearly in concern.
    Mystic finally composed himself, and shook his head; he had completely forgotten his manners.
    “So sorry…I’m MysticTravi. Since that’s a mouthful, you can call me Mystic or Travi, or…something.” He said, chuckling a bit.
    The true fact was that Mystic had a lot of nicknames: Mystic, Travi, Trav, Mysti, MT…he associated with all of them to make things easier for those around him.
    The girls giggled a bit, and bowed their heads slightly, as the older girl addressed him.
    “Very nice to meet you…” she put a hand on her chest. “I’m Rikhu, and this…” she pointed to the younger gal, whom stomped her foot.
    “I can introduce myself, Rikhu!” she protested. Rikhu giggled and replied.
    “Ok, sis…have at it.” She stepped aside.
    “I hate being the youngest…” she sighed. “I’m Emi, so good to meet you Mystic.” She smiled, and gave a small curtsey. Rikhu rolled her eyes at her kid sister.
    “You’re such a dork.”
    “Shut up!” Emi replied, sticking her tongue out at her elder sister.
    “Forgive my sister, Mystic. She’s a bit strange sometimes.” She giggled again, looking Mystic in the eyes afterwards.
    “It’s no problem at all, Rikhu. Very nice to meet both of you…” he paused for a second, glancing at the org insignia that was plastered on her sleeve. “You work for the Merovingian?” he asked after his observation.
    “Why yes we do. We’re part of a faction called TheWolfpack; we tend to serve the needs of the…shall we say, exiles of the Merovingian? Namely, the lupines are whom we associate with.”
    Mystic knew what she was talking about; he had fought lupine hoards in his time in Zion. The amount of silver bullets that he had placed into their code streams, the amount of punishment he had to bring onto them before they could do the same. He knew about lupines…
    “I see…” he replied, softly.
    “But don’t worry; we’re not aggressive against bystanders such as you. In fact, being factionless…have you considered employment under The Merovingian?” Rikhu finally replied, inquiring very enthusiastically. She motioned to the place on the bench next to him. “May I?”
    “Please do; Emi…would you like my seat?” he offered, standing up. She blushed a little bit at his offer.
    “T…thank you.” She stammered, obviously shy at such offers. Mystic stretched his legs out a bit while Rikhu waited patiently for his answer.
    “The thought has crossed my mind, I will be honest. I don’t think I will ever go back to Zion…too many atrocities, too many incidents…too many deaths.” He sighed softly, trying to not be audible.
    “Yes, I understand completely. At the risk of being rude, you’re first mistake is serving them for so long.” She said, being careful not to offend him. She stared longingly at Mystic, expecting a reply in his defense, but instead; received nothing except his blank silence. She kind of shivered, hoping she hadn’t struck a nerve.
    “Oh I know that now…blind promises, lost causes…oh yes, I know all too well now.” He admitted, sinking his head a bit. He stretched his arms out and looked around, hoping to find some comfort from the environment. Rikhu poked her sister in the ribs, pointing to Mystic; she mouthed something to her kid sister. Emi shrugged, and turned her gaze back on the young man. Mystic seemed to have gone into a trance, almost point blank stare into nothing.
    Mystic, ever since his near death not two weeks ago still haunted him, seeing his friends killed, injured, maimed…it was all too much for him to take sometimes, that he even contemplated his own death. Rikhu and Emi decided they should leave him be, for he seemed to have forgotten they were there.
    “Mystic?” Rikhu’s gentle voice asked. He quickly snapped out of his trance and turned around.
    “I’m sorry…I seem to have –“
    “Don’t be, you seem to have a lot of on your mind. Emi and I will continue on our walk.” Rikhu stood up, which in turned queued Emi following suit. “Do take care of yourself, Mystic. It was very nice to meet you.” She walked forward and put her arms around him, embracing him. “We shall meet again.” She whispered into his ear, pushing herself gently away from his body. Emi stepped forward, still a little shy. She put her hand out; Mystic took it gently, dropped on one knee and kissed it. She visibly blushed and took refuge behind her sister.
    “Take care, was very nice meeting you two.” Mystic said, giving a slight bow once again. Rikhu returned it, waving to him as Emi took the lead in their walk. Mystic watched as the two gals walked off, the distance between them increasing greatly with each passing second. After the pair disappeared into the horizon, he took his seat back on the bench, recounting some of the thoughts that Rikhu has returned to his being.
    Mystic knew what betrayal and heartache were, he knew the pain and torture he was forced to endure on a daily basis. The thoughts, the emotions, the feelings, the hatred, the force of wanting a better tomorrow…but none of it ever could ever come to be known.
    The pain, of knowing he was powerless to help his friends on that fateful day. Pain of knowing he couldn’t do anything about it now, that he was just as powerless to exact revenge now as he ever was.
    The torture of knowing he was responsible, he was the sole responsible person for not preparing for such an attack. But, how was he to know? The attack was so sudden, so anti-climatic that nothing could be done. And who would have known that Zion was capable of betrayal of that magnitude?
It was multitude of feelings he just sometimes have trouble dealing with, being alone, with no comfort except that coming from his operator and the dog they kept onboard his hovercraft. The dog, one of Mystic’s pets from Zion, was named Paul, and was a loyal companion to the two crewmates, giving them company and something to look forward too in the turmoil of it all. Paul was still a puppy, something Mystic managed to grab as he fled Zion. It was his only good memory about Zion, his little puppy that he now cared for, and watched over for the sake of a new life that was looking for guidance.

After reviewing, hearing about and looking over Vector's successes with a PET, I've been tossing the idea around to begin a Syntax PET...this of course, would require some planning, probably a lot of dedication, time etc. However, I've noticed (of course, I can't be everywhere) a waning RP scene on Syntax. So, begin discussion...if this sounds like a good idea, then we should put our heads together and start cranking out ideas. So, the lure is the thrown now, who wants to bite?

I have opened my extensive ability making coding knowledge to the general public and will start accepting orders for abilities to be made at reasonable prices. The actual prices depends on the abilities being made, and whether or not red frags are used in the process. For more information, please check: www.thecodemasons.net/forums. Go to the marketplace and click on: Abilities 'R Us. While you are there, please check out Nelks and his growing popularity with Pimp my RSI and Tzahrkiya with his Armorama. We've got your needs covered!

Abilities R' Us, where victory is always on sale.

Please place your orders in game if at all possible, through email or /tell. I also check the codemason forum on a daily basis, where you can leave orders in the Abilities R' Us thread.

-Mystic

Message Edited by Travi on 04-08-200610:06 PM

Alright! MrVash has been banned for absolutely nothing! Anyone who believe MrVash was banned for no good reason, sign this. He is accused of spamming with macros. The true story? His macros glitched, and created an uncontrollable spamming effect. Therefore, he was pulled and banned for a fault within the game! If you want MrVash back, sign this! We all do!

IF YOU ARE NOTHING MORE THAN AN IGNORANT, SARCASTIC HUMAN BEING WITH NOTHING BETTER TO DO THAN TO PUT OTHER PEOPLE DOWN, DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT RESPONDING. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER, AND YOUR PEANUT GALLERY IS NOT APPRECIATED! UNDERSTAND?

Message Edited by Travi on 09-22-2005 09:05 PM