Apprehension of a Criminal: TranqueThePhilosophe

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Hello?....Is...is this thing working?

Hello?...

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Greetings Machine Operatives, this is (former) Agent Barnsley requesting assistance with a matter of most importance, the apprehension of a dangerous and crazed Merovingian Operative known as Tranque Bourdeaux (Aka TranqueThePhilosope) for the killing of an Agent of this System and for implicating a former Agent in said killing.

: Code Capture of TranqueThePhilosophe:

Unfourtunatly i can not apprehend him alone as he is sneaky and has many bodyguards. And as the Machinst Operatives of the Recursion Instance (a new concept i haven't quite gotten my head round yet) seem to have all taken a long hiatus, i am requesting that Operatives from all Instances help me in the apprehension of this criminal and any of his associates who stand in the way.

Any Operative assisting will be looked upon highly by both myself and Agent Gray (if i can ever get hold of him) and any code captures or reports of your progress can be placed here.

Good luck Operatives, let us bring this dangerous Merovingian to justice and protect the stability of the System.

(Former) Agent Barnsley Out.

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This should be quite an interesting show. Now to see who takes up arms while I lounge and laugh.

Tranque101 wrote:

This should be quite an interesting show.

Nah. im sure it wont.

More from the "Watching Barnsley try and spur an Angry Mob" perspective I mean. If anything it is an interesting observational study for me to watch in any case.

Barnsley you are a waste of space and useless why would anyone listen to a broken Agent.

You really do amuse me

I'll kill him, everytime I go to Camon I smell the smell of unchanged Depends... this must end, Tranque is as good as dead.

While I would relish the opportunity to smack some sense into the old man.  But really, to do it for such an inept Agent would just take the fun out of it.

I think it'll actually be more fun to protect the guy just so I can kick him later on, er, I mean because I'm that kind of nice guy.

Ebola, as cypheritic law dictates you simply *must* take up any "request" the machines throw at you, even if it is by a malfunctioning Agent.

Hm? I believe I hear Agent Pace requesting a new pair of shoes.. Chop chop!

Funny, Barnsley wouldn't dare attack Tranque while I was around.

Guess the malfunctioning piece of suit has some pretty strong survival routines still in tact. 

Regardless, those of you who choose to follow this fried circuitboard will find me in your way.

I'll have to look into this.

Illyria

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Greeting Operatives, it appears the criminal Tranque has gone into hiding. Fortunatly i have learned that he has been moving between Instances frequently and have sent a Simulacrum to the Syntax Instance to catch him.

I have since learned that he has indeed been spotted around the area known as Tabor West, one Machine Operative by the name of Ripin4 even assisted him onto a train if you can believe such a thing. Other Machine Operatives i have encountered have been equally unhelpful...i am not sure where they getting these people but it is lucky i am around.

However i have just made contact with an Operative known as xWarAngelx who seems to appreciate working for the good of the System and has assured me of her help. Hopefully more Machine Operatives of her kind will come forward to bring this terrorist to justice.

(Former) Agent Barnsley out.

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:: Growls:: Why does everyone want a piece of my co-leader? What have we done to deserve this besides existing?!

If anyone wonders why I haven't been jacking in much, this is one of the reasons why. Because I'm tired of everyone riding our rears when I just want to our family to have some peace and quiet.

Dont worry Sieges.  I am ready to help fend off any attacks.  The family has always been helpful to me.

I had a run in with this dolt the other night.  It appears that he's looking for Tranque because he killed an Agent. 

I have no love for the Family ((IC, of course)), but I don't like this fried circuit, and I don't like that he thinks he can just walk up to me and demand information.

QuiDormit wrote:

I had a run in with this dolt the other night. It appears that he's looking for Tranque because he killed an Agent.

I have no love for the Family ((IC, of course)), but I don't like this fried circuit, and I don't like that he thinks he can just walk up to me and demand information.

What do they say about the enemy of my enemy is my friend? Good to have an ally, even if we aren't on the same page.

(( S'all good. Any time when I get frazzled OOC with in-game stuff and it starts to bleed back into the character, generally means I've been having a rough time at work with customers being abusive gits, and the already frayed synapses in my social skills parameters are having a hard time handling the new stimuli and thus start mis-reading IC stuff as in-coming hostiles to be warded off.))

I'm with Tygrius on this.

And Tranque's offenses are killing Agents? C'mon! Any Agent that redpills can kill is a joke anyway. And identifying redpills that can kill Agents is just identifying allies.

I'll do what I can to preserve the good doctor as we have had several mutually beneficial dealings in the past and I look forward to the future.

Might one enquire as to the nature of this Agent's death? Standard methods of 'killing' an Agent only result in killing the bluepill host. If a specific Agent Killcode was used then I'm sure the system has enough resources to replace the Agent. Thus the nature of the crime changes from killing an Agent to the killing of a bluepill.

Quite frankly, what interests me more is what system given purpose does this 'former Agent Barnsley' have now? If he is not receiving instructions from the System then he is not acting on behalf system and this apprehension of a criminal seems more like a personal vendetta, I would assume he is required to return to the source for analysis and recompiling. A rogue Agent can be just as dangerous, if not more so than an exile. Looks like I'll be submitting some information requests to Gray to find out the this 'former Agent's' status with the system.

From what I understand failure to comply to return to the source would mean his forced removal from the Simulation or a choice to go into hiding from actual System Agents. Thus he would become an Exile.

Identification of the Exile: TranqueThePhilosophe on the Syntax instance is to be reported to the System.

Response Action Priority: Medium (Exile standard priority).

Identification of the Rogue Agent presumed Exile: Barnsley on the Syntax instance is to be reported to the System.

Response Action Priority: Medium-High.

Barnsley likes to think he has a purpose.  Hence his blundering into situations he doesn't understand.  Darn fool nearly cost us some intel.  Don't think I'll be forgetting that quickly.

A good Agent is a dead Agent.

GreyMountain wrote:

A good Agent is a dead Agent.

I could say the same about EPN operatives. Regardless, until I get notice of otherwise from the system, Barnsley is no longer an Agent of the System and as such needs to return to the source. At this moment in time TranqueThePhilosophe is inconsequential.

I would Like to point out Im not a machine opperative.  I'm zion to the bone baby.

((and as for this.. its getting interesting.))

Yes! Come join the rest of you, Barnsley!!!

Vinia wrote:

I could say the same about EPN operatives. Regardless, until I get notice of otherwise from the system, Barnsley is no longer an Agent of the System and as such needs to return to the source. At this moment in time TranqueThePhilosophe is inconsequential.

Well, I'm not going to argue.  Whether he is a true Agent or not I'm still going to look forward to kicking his arse.  Even if it is only to make me feel better.

Vinia wrote:

Might one enquire as to the nature of this Agent's death? Standard methods of 'killing' an Agent only result in killing the bluepill host. If a specific Agent Killcode was used then I'm sure the system has enough resources to replace the Agent. Thus the nature of the crime changes from killing an Agent to the killing of a bluepill.

Quite frankly, what interests me more is what system given purpose does this 'former Agent Barnsley' have now? If he is not receiving instructions from the System then he is not acting on behalf system and this apprehension of a criminal seems more like a personal vendetta, I would assume he is required to return to the source for analysis and recompiling. A rogue Agent can be just as dangerous, if not more so than an exile. Looks like I'll be submitting some information requests to Gray to find out the this 'former Agent's' status with the system.

From what I understand failure to comply to return to the source would mean his forced removal from the Simulation or a choice to go into hiding from actual System Agents. Thus he would become an Exile.

Identification of the Exile: TranqueThePhilosophe on the Syntax instance is to be reported to the System.

Response Action Priority: Medium (Exile standard priority).

Identification of the Rogue Agent presumed Exile: Barnsley on the Syntax instance is to be reported to the System.

Response Action Priority: Medium-High.

Interesting how you assume I am an exile. Machine technology at its finest.

If you nosy fellows *must* know I had a run in with a spot of radiation in the real, and it hasn't been doing this old body any good. I find when I jack into the matrix it interrupts my signal e'ery so often therefore I am very sporadic in its usage as of late.

Regardless, I will be in and out in the upcoming days to take care of some patients, and to have Seville manage some assets.

-Dr. Bourdeaux

Tranque101 wrote:

Interesting how you assume I am an exile. Machine technology at its finest.

Interesting how you assume my assumption was down to technology, Machine technology at that. I have not even looked up any files on you, I don't feel it's worth my time. 

The way I see it, I heard from this former Agent that you work for the Merovingian and, in my opinion, regardless of being Human or Program, that brings you under the umbrella term of Exile, at least for me. It's not a derogatory term, at least it doesn't have the intent of being so, it's just easier to bunch you all together. Easier but not accurate or efficient, then again, I'm only Human.

Barnsley, Barnsley. That's how you pay for the enlightment that Tranque provided you? Is it that how you're wasting the favour Tranque said he owes you? By attacking him? Being that I'm in charge of his security and that I want to think of myself as more than a simple bodyguard, you have to apprehend me first. That if I don't hack your shell to the bits and left you floating like the last time we meet.

Former Agent Barnsley?  Is that like the equivalent of a disgraced, failed ex-cop working as a security guard for Toys R Us on the graveyard shift for minumum wage?

Anyways, please pay us a visit on Vector at your earliest convenience.   I'm sure many of us would be most pleased to make your aquaintance!

TranquethePhilosophe: The most hardened criminal I have EVER laid eyes upon.

He'll cut you for looking at him funny.  Srs.

~V

EDIT: Wait, I just realized: why is this so threatening?  And how did he kill an Agent?  Agents of the System cannot be destroyed without a kill-algorithm specifically tuned to deleting that individual program.  This is like the Systemic equivalent of not only spitting at passing cars on the highway but also missing.

TekMon wrote:

Barnsley, Barnsley. That's how you pay for the enlightment that Tranque provided you? Is it that how you're wasting the favour Tranque said he owes you? By attacking him? Being that I'm in charge of his security and that I want to think of myself as more than a simple bodyguard, you have to apprehend me first. That if I don't hack your shell to the bits and left you floating like the last time we meet.

You're the one in charge of his security?  Is this a recent development, because I've seen him more than a few times somewhat unguarded. 

Just be glad my desire to have fun was put aside for more important matters.

Vanil wrote:

TranquethePhilosophe: The most hardened criminal I have EVER laid eyes upon.

He'll cut you for looking at him funny. Srs.

~V

EDIT: Wait, I just realized: why is this so threatening? And how did he kill an Agent? Agents of the System cannot be destroyed without a kill-algorithm specifically tuned to deleting that individual program. This is like the Systemic equivalent of not only spitting at passing cars on the highway but also missing.

You can at least kill the Bluepill host the Agent has jumped into, if not the actual program. Two words, from Trinity: "Dodge this."

MatrixRefugee wrote:

Vanil wrote:

TranquethePhilosophe: The most hardened criminal I have EVER laid eyes upon.

He'll cut you for looking at him funny. Srs.

~V

EDIT: Wait, I just realized: why is this so threatening? And how did he kill an Agent? Agents of the System cannot be destroyed without a kill-algorithm specifically tuned to deleting that individual program. This is like the Systemic equivalent of not only spitting at passing cars on the highway but also missing.

You can at least kill the Bluepill host the Agent has jumped into, if not the actual program. Two words, from Trinity: "Dodge this."

That was my point.  Why is this at all important in any way?  Why is there so much special attention being granted to someone who does something what people concievably do all the time in the Matrix?  It's basically like having the police waylay you and saying "you're under arrest for... well, not a whole lot".

~V

Well for one, he aided me in the dispatching of the Agent. And I didnt quite kill it moreso I disabled the shell and stole the investigative materials. It was an Agent investigating my activities, and I wouldn't have been able to enter the radius unless I had it look like another "agent" was escorting me there. He would have fled and the data gone.

GreyMountain wrote:

TekMon wrote:

Barnsley, Barnsley. That's how you pay for the enlightment that Tranque provided you? Is it that how you're wasting the favour Tranque said he owes you? By attacking him? Being that I'm in charge of his security and that I want to think of myself as more than a simple bodyguard, you have to apprehend me first. That if I don't hack your shell to the bits and left you floating like the last time we meet.

You're the one in charge of his security?  Is this a recent development, because I've seen him more than a few times somewhat unguarded.

Just be glad my desire to have fun was put aside for more important matters.

That's why I said I'm not just a bodyguard. There're plenty of ways to secure a person without being disruptive of his/her regular activities. Business' image is all and Tranque doesn't need to show his power with poor displays of strength. When the need arises, he calls for support and that's it.

GreyMountain wrote:

... I've seen him more than a few times somewhat unguarded.

Just because you don't see me doesn't mean I don't see you.

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Greetings again Operatives, reports have indicated that target: Tranque has come out of hiding, although i have as of yet to come across him in the Simulation and it seems that the rest of you dedicated Machine Operatives are having the same trouble also. I believe the reason for this is quite simple, fear. The Merovingian Terrorist is afraid of us just like the Exiles he protects and is hiding away with the rest of his kind out of terror.

That is why after a conversation with two Operatives on the Syntax instance, two dedicated followers of the System, Tekee and Gien i have thought of a new approach. It seems the only way to get to Tranque is using infiltration techniques, fool him into believing that we are infact one of his precious exiles.

The Operative Gien supplied me with some startling new technology, the RSI Capture Device. I strongly suggest Operatives make use of this new tool and quickly bring this Merovingian to justice. And although many of you will no doubt be disgusted by the notion of swapping your regulation System shirt and tie, i assure you it is for the greater good.

                                             :Code Capture of RSI Capture Device in operation:

Good luck Operatives....lets hope we catch him soon.

(Former) Agent Barnsley.

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Barnsley wrote:

Good luck Operatives....lets hope we catch him soon.

You should instead hope that you and I don't cross paths.

Barnsley, I would like to inform you that if you are going to even remotely try to kill me, take heed that posting publically the methods will alert me. And second, I don't deal with local gang riffraff, but I wish you luck in getting past my Security with a cheap RSI Change.

What ever happened to the surprise assassination, tsk tsk tsk.

Tranque101 wrote:

Barnsley, I would like to inform you that if you are going to even remotely try to kill me, take heed that posting publically the methods will alert me. And second, I don't deal with local gang riffraff, but I wish you luck in getting past my Security with a cheap RSI Change.

What ever happened to the surprise assassination, tsk tsk tsk.

No wonder thise guy is an ex-Agent. The Architect must have been facepalming every time he read one of Barnsley's reports.

And that Demon Army mask? Bad move. Very bad move.

*laughs*

Oh Barney, what have you gotten yourself into?

Noxton wrote:

GreyMountain wrote:

... I've seen him more than a few times somewhat unguarded.

Just because you don't see me doesn't mean I don't see you.

I've never considered you a threat Noxton.  And now is not the time to change my mind.

Nevertheless, I have no beef with Tranque (currently).  Though he does seem persistent in his accusation that I stole a book (or several) from Griel.

I'm not saying I'll back you up, but if Barnsley pops up, and the oppurtunity arises... lets just say more if him may be making its way to Nothing.

Hm? Oh I care not for you stealing Mr. Griels possessions.

Overheard on the audio feed from the mainframe where a small, deadly Exile lives:

"Okay, grill's fired up. Where did I put my absinthe-honey glaze?" :: Noises like someone rummaging in a refrigerator full of bottles and cans ::

Mr. Barnsley, please come to the Vector iteration at your earliest convienience.  I would be more than happy to give you an auidience and hear your grievences.  When you arrive, please send me a tell.  I am Villemar of Les Enfants Terribles.  Let me know where you'd like to meet.  Keep in mind, however, there is a nasty virus infecting players on our iteration affecting levels 1 to 15.  So when we do meet, it would be best if you were at least level 16.  Be assured, I am looking forward to our little meeting!

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/open file 01-1334-02245.1002

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Oh Barnsley...  Two gentlemen were looking for you earlier today...  *laughs heartily*

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Morraeon: I can has ex-agentburger?

Noooo, tehy cant tak mi ex-agentburger!

Noxton wrote:

/TRANSMISSION BEGIN

Oh Barnsley...  Two gentlemen were looking for you earlier today...  *laughs heartily*

/TRANSMISSION END

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I am always looking for Barnsley, if you ever get a location on him please do not hesitate to contact me, I will remove this inefficient and broken program myself.

Hm, I actually reccomend you keep him alive... he amuses me.

Tranque101 wrote:

Hm, I actually reccomend you keep him alive... he amuses me.

Morraeon: You're no fun.

Sieges: I'm with Tranque, sort of: watching you bicker is fun, plus Barnsley is like the Agent equivalent of Barney Fife in the "Andy Griffith Show".

//Incoming Transmission//

Greetings Operatives,

The RSI Capture Device Strategy i devised was eh...a..a roaring success. Yesterday i was able to easily infilltrate the highest ranks of the target's terrorist cell and gain access to the Merovingian's private construct.

:Code Capture of Infilltration Operation::Above Operatives Designated: Kreis, Akunin, Noxton and LiMinou:

That being said....and eh, the Operation was a huge success i assure you...perhaps it best that we not use the RSI Capture Devices in future, for eh...unspecified reasons....

I will not go into the Operation in too much detail, needless to say i gained valuable information and taught those Merovingians a costly lesson. However, Operatives designated: Kreis, Akunin, Noxton and LiMinou have been identified and verified as High Ranking Lieutenants of the target and are to be considered hostile and to be dealt with with extreme prejudice.

It's only a matter of time now Operatives, good luck and remember the System is counting on you to apprehend their leader.

(Former) Agent Barnsley Out.

...I do hope someone is reading this...

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Hm.  I wonder which part was the "roaring success."

The part where we lead him into one of the torture chambers in the Merovingian's den, or the part where he cried.