Beneath A Steel Sky - Manual SECURITY MANUAL --------------- PAGE 1 ++++++ CONTENTS -------- CHAIRMANS FOREWORD.............2 REICH S. COMMANDER.............3 BRIEFING NOTES.................4 OBSERVATION LIST...............6 SUSPECTS LAMB, GILBERT..................7 EINBECK, ANITA.................8 COLSTON, VIC...................9 HOBBINS, HOWARD................10 BONNEVIALLE, VINCENT...........11 BURKE, SURGEON.................12 GODDARD, KIT...................13 GILLATT, JEROME................14 PIERMONT, DANIELLE.............15 ERHARD, BEVERLEY...............16 LIFELY, PAMELA.................17 WARD, HUTCH....................18 RATGIRL........................19 DODDS, DINGO...................20 KEARNS, KIPPER.................21 WHIM, DOUGLAS..................22 KOPPISS, HANNAH................23 WERNER, KAREN..................24 SANTINI, JOEL..................25 EVANS, GINGER..................26 OPERATION "STEEL SKY"..........27 REVOLUTION SOFTWARE LIMITED....28 CREDITS........................30 PAGE 2 ++++++ FORWARD BY THE CHAIRMAN OF THE UNION SECURITY COUNCIL The council is proud of the achievement of the security forces in promoting the interests of the Union Group. It is your fight against subversion that has allowed continued recovery. Over the last year market share has again increased despite production restrictions due to mineral shortages. The acquisition of Asio City makes the Union Group the second largest of the six remaining city states and represents the capitulation of the last non corporate city. The quality of the air being re-cycled within the protection dome that encases the city continues to improve. The predictions made last century about deteriorating public health due to ecological poisoning has been proved to be untrue. Even the toxic air outside the dome in "the Gap" has not deteriorated beyond the point of supporting human life. Security in the Gap has been a top priority. After pre-emptive strikes against random Gap villages, there has been a marked increase in community taxation receipts and a reduction in economically damaging "scavenging" raids. The Hobart corporation continues the abhorrent market policies eradicated decades ago in the Union Group. Their discredited policies of labour representation and social benefits for the "needy" contradicts the basic neo democratic principles agreed on cessation of hostilities of the Great Euro American War. Since the LINC computer system was assigned control of all city functions twenty years ago, a determined economic war has been waged, and is being won, against Hobart which has consistently sought to undermine the foundations of our success. We can congratulate ourselves on another successful year. And, as always, be vigilant, be alert. PAGE 3 ++++++ NAME: REICH S. COMMANDER ADDRESS: BELLE VUE GARDENS, EYRIE 2291 AGE: 36 YEARS LINC STATUS: 5 SPECIAL OPERATIVE NO: UO88/H2 This Security Manual is to be carried by you at all times. It provides you with rules and guidelines to which you should adhere. Areas and suspects currently under surveillance are listed. Additions to the lists will be made via the special code files in your LINC directory. Ensure that you check your files daily using your Special Operative card for new information and special mission orders. You will report to Chief Blazer through LINC communiques. You will be based at Security headquarters in Granville Heights Room 1030. PAGE 4 ++++++ BRIEFING NOTES: As Senior LINC Security Officer you are responsible for the protection of all Union City personnel from external espionage. It is known that Hobart personnel have attempted to infiltrate Union City and their identification and elimination is a top priority. This manual includes a list of blocks, with their reference number in which Hobart activities are suspected. You should liaise closely with your counterparts in these blocks. You have security clearance in the Industrial sector of Eyrie Tower and the suburban sector, Belle Vue. Special status clearance may be requested for operations outside immediate jurisdiction. Briefing documents for your orders are included. Further details and updates are available from your LINC directory. A list of individuals under investigation has been included. These suspects require continuous surveillence. The Security Services Welfare Fund is sponsored by the companies advertised throughout this security manual. Their generosity should be remembered and borne in mind in the course of your duties. PAGE 5 ++++++ PRIORITY BRIEFING NOTES REF: O2/OSS LINC status High - to be executed immediately. Reconnaissance mission to gap to return Robert Overmann to Union City. Suspect to be returned alive. Repeat alive. Read the following background information carefully. Subject Robert Overmann known to have been taken by mother Ref: VP06/N9 Pierro in bid to defect to Hobart. Engine sabotaged and flight terminated in Gap Ref: F9/367, S23/820. Initial inspection at crash site revealed a Shallow grave containing the remains of Pierro. Presume subject Pierro buried by Gap people. No infant remains found in or around the crash site. Robert Overmann survival assumed. Crash site at location 01312 north 23100 west. Take a squadron to the grave site and carry out a full inspection. Proceed to search surrounding area for possible leads to Robert Overmann. Once DNA match has been confirmed, return Overmann to Union City without delay. Remove all trace of Overmann Gap existence. On return to Union Citv report to Chief Blazer using your LINC card for further instruction. GOOD LUCK ! PAGE 6 ++++++ THE FOLLOWING BLOCKS ARE CURRENTLY UNDER HIGH SECURITY OBSERVATION ASTORIA................. 293 EYRIE....................520 FAIRHAVEN................284 GRANVILLE HEIGHTS........704 HIGH GREEN...............113 NORTHBRIDGE TOWER........386 OTOMO JUNCTION...........257 PACIFIC..................180 TERMINUS TERRACE.........492 TURNVALE TOWER...........305 UNION GENERAL............815 THE WALKWAYS.............127 PAGE 7 ++++++ SUSPECT: LAMB, GILBERT ADDRESS: EYRIE 520 Suspect has turbulent childhood history. Found at age of 13 in tyre factory. Parents not identified but suspected as D-LINC`s. Lamb joined the New Youth League and championed the elimination of animal preservation rights and Union City conservation laws. Recently promoted to supervisor without LINC approval. It is suspected that infiltrator has illegally amended LINC records. LEVEL 3 SURVEILLANCE CURRENTLY IN OPERATION --------------------------------------------- | AMRITA COLA COMPANY | | Granville Heights 723 | | | | We are proud to be the No 2 | | Cola producer in Union City. | | | | Using the original recipe which to this day | | remains a closely guarded secret. | | | | Amrita cola tastes as good today as it did | | when your grandfathers drank it. | --------------------------------------------- PAGE 8 ++++++ SUSPECT: EINBECK, ANITA ADDRESS: FAIRHAVEN 666 Admitted to illegally entering LINC space using counterfeit software. On conviction, subject transferred from social services to D-LINC position in Keating Pipe factory. POSSIBLE CHANCE OF CONTACT BY HOBART AGENTS. LEVEL 2 SURVEILLANCE TO BE MAINTAINED. ----------------------------------------------------- | ANCHOR INSURANCE | | Eyrie 228 | | Our policy is to secure a policy to suit your needs | ----------------------------------------------------- PAGE 9 ++++++ SUSPECT: COLSTON, VIC ADDRESS: HIGH GREEN 476 Colston has a history of heavy drinking and gambling and has been taken into custody on several occasions for disorderly behaviour. He is the manager of St. James Club, which employs "The Hot Club Quartet", a band whose futuristic music is suspected of aggravating the high level of West Block delinquency. Suspected of anti-corporate activities. ---------------------------------- | BEAUDIN | | BEAUTY SALON | | | | ASTORIA 852 | | | | Pamper yourself or treat your | | loved one to a day of relaxation | | and revitalisation at our salon. | | | | Try our new Denticure | | service | ---------------------------------- PAGE 10 +++++++ SUSPECT: HOBBINS, HOWARD ADDRESS: GRANVILLE HEIGHTS 338 Hobbins shows utter contempt for authority. Numerous complaints have been made against him for attitude maladjustment and anti- social behaviour, but never pursued by the council. Several ongoing cases pending. Possible case for social indoctrination bio-lobotomy. Serious threat not suspected maintain surveillance and report any further behavioural abnormalities. ------------------------------------ | BLAYDE`S EMPORIUM | | Astoria 944 | | | | All your shopping under one roof. | | Hurry 50% discount off everything. | | OFFER ENDS THIS WEEKEND | ------------------------------------ PAGE 11 +++++++ SUSPECT: BONNEVIALLE, VINCENT ADDRESS: OTOMO JUNCTION 509 Highly technical - known to be in possession of advanced technology. As a prime target for Hobart recruitment, Bonnevialle should be encouraged to enrol on Piermont Junior Security Training Course with view to graduating to Security Services. -------------------------------- | CELESTIAL SANDWICH SUSHI BAR | | OTOMO JUNCTION 303 | | | | YOU WANT FAST FOOD - COME HERE | | GOOD EATING - BUSY EPICURE! | -------------------------------- PAGE 12 +++++++ SUSPECT: BURKE, SURGEON ADDRESS: THE WALKWAYS 222 Despite impeccable record with no evidence of subversion. Burke is under surveillance due to recent reports of organ trading in the city. Corpses being held for examination should be checked and results reported as a matter of urgency to Chief Blazer. DO NOT, AT ANY COST, ALERT THE SURGEON TO YOUR ACTIVITIES. ---------------------------------------------------------- | COLE BROTHERS CATERING | | HIGH GREEN 668 | | | | Indulge in the culinary delights enjoyed by those in the | | level below you at prices enjoyed by those above you. | | | | COLE - EXOTIC CATERERS EXTRAORDINAIRE | ---------------------------------------------------------- PAGE 13 +++++++ SUSPECT: GODDARD, KIT ADDRESS: NORTHBRIDGE TOWER Expelled from the Security Services on grounds of corruption. Known for his neo deus fundamentalist tendencies, the self proclaimed "pastor" concentrates on providing religious instruction to the under classes in Union City. An ex-criminal, he now devotes all his efforts to converting the delinquent element on our walkways. It is reported that the juveniles are considerably more disruptive after the conversion, then they have been previously. KEEP A CLOSE EYE ON ALL HIS ACTIVITIES. ------------------------------------------------- | DREAMYTIME IMPORTS | | The Walkways 813 | | | | Dreamytime suit fully Schriebermann compatible. | | Loose your mind to the latest oriental erotica. | ------------------------------------------------- PAGE 14 +++++++ SUSPECT: GILLATT, JEROME ADDRESS: ASTORIA 345 Complaints have been received again regarding his smoking habits. Having been repeatedly cautioned for public air pollution offences and good neighbour code violations, the council has decreed that further breaches of these laws will result in enforced basbitocite treatment at the Otomo rehabilitation Unit --------------------------------------- | FRANK`S FISHERIES | | TERMINUS TERRACE 132 | | | | . The best plaice for genetic fish | | . Mullet over before going elsewhere. | --------------------------------------- PAGE 15 +++++++ SUSPECT: PIERMONT, DANIELE ADDRESS: TURNVALE TOWER 642 Widow of the Late Professor Piermont, she now runs the Piermont Foundation. Despite excellent health, Professor Piermont suffered a chronic coronary while attending a council meeting. Official cause of his death was high stress levels experienced as head of Piermont Foundation. Security Service investigations however suggest that external forces may have been responsible. Mrs Piermont must be protected as a top priority for the Security Services. Her well being is of vital importance to us. -------------------------------------------------------- | HAMMONDS DRUG STORE | | HIGH GREEN 322 | | | | Surprise your partner. Special trial offer on our new | | range of revitalising product to really get you going! | | | | Synthetic rhino horn available to those with | | special requirements | -------------------------------------------------------- PAGE 16 +++++++ SUSPECT: ERHARD, BEVERLEY ADDRESS: NO FIXED ABODE Travel writer by profession, but under suspicion of spying. Lived with father until he failed to return from business trip in Hobart. It is suspected that he has defected. Ms Erhard makes weekly trip to Hobart City. Possible prime contact for Hobart agents. Her hobbies include virtual globe trotting. MAINTAIN SURVEILLANCE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. --------------------------------- | HVENGELMIR HEATING COMPANY | | Pacific 400 | | | | MONOXIDE FUEL COMBUSTIBLES | | FOR ALL YOUR ANTIQUE APPLIANCES | --------------------------------- PAGE 17 +++++++ SUSPECT: LIFELY, PAMELA ADDRESS: UNION GENERAL 500 There is very little on file currently regarding this subject. She has been under suspicion for a series of recent thefts in the Belle Vue Level. Lifely may be linked to the mobile appliance laundering circle operating in the city. THIS CASE WILL REQUIRE UNDERCOVER SECURITY WORK ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | KEATING MEMORIAL | | PIPE COMPANY | | EYRIE 394 | | | | You have worked hard to attain your status. If you`ve got it flaunt it | | with Keatings aluminium replacement pipes in a wide range of | | colours. Also available in stone clad. Contact: Gilbert Lamb at the | | above address (D-LINC`s need NOT apply) | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ PAGE 18 +++++++ SUSPECT: WARD, HUTCH ADDRESS: UNION GENERAL 765 Has repeatedly violated the restrictive language laws. Ward`s file contains damning evidence of past anti Security Service behaviour including the removal of the Security symbol from outside two of our branch offices, defacing the memorial to chief Reilly and, more recently, responsibility for the graffiti on our flag at Security headquarters. So far Ward has eluded the Security Trackers. Bring him back to the Interrogation Unit for questioning before termination. --------------------------------------------------------------- | MARTELLO`S WINE AND WINKLE BAR | | The Walkways 174 | | | | Complement a glass of wine with a selection of fresh seafood, | | reared in our hydroponic garden | | | | Martello where both the music and food is ALIVE | --------------------------------------------------------------- PAGE 19 +++++++ SUSPECT: RATGIRL ADDRESS: UNKNOWN A precocious young lady. Ratgirl earned her name after repeatedly escaping from security custody. We are unable as yet to ascertain the girl`s real name. Although a juvenile, she has already earned herself quite a reputation and could prove helpful to the Security Service in the future. It is imperative that she is closely watched and guarded against any enemy contact. ------------------------ | MUDD`S MEAT | | BY-PRODUCTS | | TURNVALE TOWER 662 | | | | MECHANICALLY RECOVERED | | MEAT A SPECIALITY | | | | IT`S THICK, MEATY AND | | 98% TUMOUR FREE | ------------------------ PAGE 20 +++++++ SUSPECT: DODDS, DINGO ADDRESS: NORTHBRIDGE TOWER 879 Dodds has been campaigning against the introduction of the new pavement and parks litter laws. Foul play is suspected on his part. Ensure that all his movements are tracked and report to the Chief. Make every effort to collect any solid evidence to convict him. ------------------------------------------------------- | NONESUCH DATA SYSTEMS | | NORTHBRIDGE TOWER 253 | | | | .Want to know your neighbours very personnal details? | | .We can provide information on any aspect - YES - we | | mean any aspect. | | .With over 100m files on system | | .No questions asked. Very competitive rates. | ------------------------------------------------------- PAGE 21 +++++++ SUSPECT: KEARNS, KIPPER ADDRESS: NORTHBRIDGE 662 Escaped from custody last month during special leave to visit his late mothers grave. He made off while his guard made an enquiry regarding the location of the grave. He was serving a twelve month sentence for attempted theft of ancient religious artefacts. Kearns was last seen limping through Lampton Cemetery wearing his prison uniform and ankle chains. He was carrying a plastic bag containing a relic of Saint Jude and a photograph of his mother. IT IS BELIEVED THAT HE IS STILL AT LARGE IN UNION CITY. --------------------------------------------- | PEEJAYS BAKERY | | FAIRHAVEN 764 | | | | Finest breads made only with wheat from the | | environmentally controlled Neo-Praries | --------------------------------------------- PAGE 22 +++++++ SUSPECT: WHIM, DOUGLAS ADDRESS: GRANVILLE HEIGHTS 567 Renowned as the instigator of the "Peepy Tom" phenomenon which led to changes in the laws governing voyeurism. Whim is back. He operates from a double glazing company in Hurd heights, believed to be a front for the banned Church of Inward Contemplation. Whim possesses psycho combat skills and should ON NO ACCOUNT be tackled single handedly. ---------------------------------------------- | RICHY`S | | METAL HEAVEN | | NORTHBRIDGE TOWER 651 | | | | BROKEN G-STRING FROM ROCKING TOO HARD? | | DON`T FRET! | | WE HAVE EVERYTHING FOR THE SERIOUS GUITARIST | ---------------------------------------------- PAGE 23 +++++++ SUSPECT: KOPPISS, HANNAH ADDRESS: ASTORIA 332 Unemployed journalist believed to be responsible for subversive broadcast. It`s your life, isn`t it ?. Analysis of literary style indicates pretension factor of 68% Subject considered for post of romantic fiction writer for LINC PR channel. Determine whereabouts and approach with a view to recruitment. --------------------------- | SECURITY SERVICES | | SOCIAL CLUB | | UNION GENERAL 931 | | | | COMING SOON | | BRUNO AND HIS FUNNY SONGS | --------------------------- PAGE 24 +++++++ SUSPECT: WERNER, KAREN ADDRESS: THE WALKWAYS 555 Suspected member of the outlawed Social Services. Wanted on numerous charges of campaigning for the rights of D-LINCS. TO BE TERMINATED ON SIGHT. ---------------------------------------------- | SQUAWK | | SECURITY SYSTEMS | | FAIRHAVEN 291 | | | | Don`t become another statistic | | secure an appointment with us. | | | | We can secure your home and family. | | | | Don`t waste this opportunity to avail of our | | Personal Organ Marking Service proved to be | | a sound deterrent against organ grabbers | ---------------------------------------------- PAGE 25 +++++++ SUSPECT: SANTINI, JOEL ADDRESS: TURNVALE TOWER Professional pianist, a.k.a Surreal Mccoy. Regular engagement at St James Club as leader of cult band. "The Hot Club Quartet". Following an accident in a Security raid on the club. Santini made an astounding comeback despite having three fingers bitten off from his right hand. Granted a life long appeal for protection. Santini is under constant security scrutiny -------------------------------------------------- | THE PIERMONT FOUNDATION | | GRANVILLE HEIGHTS 417 | | | | Prepare your progeny for the problems of puberty | | Applications are now being considered for the | | Junior Security Core | | | | Self-defence, armed combatand advanced | | interrogation classes | -------------------------------------------------- PAGE 26 +++++++ SUSPECT: EVANS, GINGER ADDRESS: TERMINUS TERRACE 223 One of the main instigators of the Great Industrial Riots. He served three years in Cullinagh Prison. After his release he became involved in the Community Rehabilitation Scheme for ex criminals. Evans was last seen by one of our agents in Hobart city. SUSPECT SHOULD BE ELIMINATED. --------------------------- | ULTARS EATERY | | OTOMO JUNCTION 925 | | | | EAT LIKE A BARBARIAN | | LARGE PORTIONS GUARANTEED | | PIG OUT COMPETITION | | EVERY SATURDAY | --------------------------- PAGE 27 +++++++ NOTES ----- Operation "Steel Sky" 1.26pm - Reached grid location 01312 N, 23100 W. Temperature 109oC. Radiation levels high. Craft debris identified. Full inspection of grave site Ref: 0P06/NP. Pierro. Exhumed body identified as Pierro. Confirm no infant remains found. 4.03pm - Investigated rock outcrop in which heat source was revealed. Discovered group of twenty subhuman dwellers who appeared to be suffering from Gap plague. No physical contact made for fear of contamination. Dwellers were unable to provide any information. 8.44pm - Encountered a small encampment after many hours of searching. Tribe leader indicated knowledge of someone resembling Robert Overmann`s description living with a group of migrants located due west. Despite further interrogation he was unable to provide any details. 10.23pm - Located tribal camp. Positive identification of subject achieved using DNA scanners. 10.45pm - Subject taken into custody and began return flight to Union City 11.00pm - Carried out final mission orders. Prisoner showed signs of aggression and had to be temporarily restrained. 05.32am - Passed first guidance beacon. Automatic landing sequence initiated. PAGE 28 +++++++ REVOLUTION SOFTWARE LIMITED --------------------------- The following information was extracted under considerable duress from a reluctant subversive. This group should be identified and kept under close surveillance. Revolution Software started life three years ago above a fruit shop in Kingston upon Hull. Born into the harsh world of entertainment software development, the fledgling company devised a system called "Virtual Theatre". The system created a real world with real characters allowing unique features to be designed into graphic adventures "Virtual Theatre" would change the face of graphic adventures forever. Impressed by the system, Mirrorsoft - the publisher owned by Robert Maxwell signed their first product, "Lure of the Temptress". A yachting accident put paid to Mirrorsoft but not to Revolution or Virtual Theatre. Revolution jumped ship and then re-licensed "Temptress" to Virgin games. The success of their first project convinced Revolution to further expand their ambitions. Working with top comic book artist Dave Gibbons, it was decided to embark on designing a new generation of graphic adventure. The blueprint for "Beneath a Steel Sky" was thus conceived. Two years later they are proud to present their work a significently enhanced Virtual Theatre system, driving a game that is six times larger than "Lure of the Temptress". PAGE 29 +++++++ Revolution is again planning what the next generation of computer gamers can expect. State of the art graphics technology is being used to produce images to be displayed using advanced cinematic techniques. With support from the British Department of Trade and Industry, leading edge Artificial Intelligence is being written to be incorporated into future games. BE VIGILANT! THE REVOLUTION HAS ONLY JUST BEGUN PAGE 30 +++++++ You should be aware that the following Hobart Agents are believed to have written software that casts Union City and her Security Services in an unfavourable light. THEY ARE: Game Design - Charles Cecil,Dave Cummins, Dan Marchant & Dave Gibbons Script - Dave Cummins VT System Concept - Charles Cecil,Tony Warriner, Dave Sykes and Dan Marchant VT System Design - Tony Warriner VT System 2.O implementation - Dave Sykes & Tony Warriner Programming - David Sykes, Tony Warriner & James Long Comic - Dave Gibbons Background Screens - Dave Gibbons Background paintings - Les Pace and Steve Ince Computer graphics & animation - Stephen Oades, Adam Tween, Paul Humphreys & Steve Ince Music - Dave Cummins Music conversion & sound effects - Tony Williams Quality Assurance - D Marchant, J Wright, P Coppins, R Hewison, A Phelan J Martin Assistant Producers - Aron Phelan, Peter Hickman Manual - Noirin Carmody, Dave Cummins and Charles Cecil Produced - Daniel Marchant Directed - Charles Cecil Packaging Design - Root Associates Logistics - Catherine Spratt, Robert Mc Grath, Rosemarie Dalton, Riz Khan, Matthew Walker. --- Typed by SHARD - N&B