Panic But Not At The Disco

HEADLINE: Panic! But Not At The Disco

Wed the 9th, 4:00pm, Convergence's own AdaNet went dark. Citizens experienced rolling blackouts, momentary connection drops, and an all around media block. As the city roils with the outages and confusion from vital information now coming forth by word of mouth, the robots of the city appeared to overwrite their protocols. At 5:00pm, they moved into the streets as a collective, and waited, seemingly for additional commands. 

Many people attempted to penetrate the commands, but to no avail. Then, after fifteen minutes of uneasy silence, violence erupted in the city. The robots struck, lashing out at everyone that was not one of their ranks. Not even pacifist robots are spared. 

Some, not content with violence to the citizens, erupt into riot-like activity and attack the buildings and infrastructure of the city itself. The carnage is perfectly timed, and brutal.

Numerous businesses of the city sustained damage. Some damage is extensive, while other businesses managed to endure only superficial damage to facades, windows, and doors. 

Looters filled various vocational buildings and took advantage of the situation. Reports on the estimated total for damage and theft is considered to be near one million. The only major structures that were reported to elude damage were the Nexus and the Library.  

The Silk District was not spared damage, as it is noted that many of the workers of the district were also robots.  The high surrounding wall and part of the side of the mansion, while still structurally sound, were the most badly damaged. 

The baths were a scene of extreme carnage. An employee of the Silk spoke to us recalling, "God, yeah, so, tin [redacted] cans everywhere. They started grabbing customers and just... God. We had to drain the Bath House. It's safe now, but... God."

There was reported minor damage to the side of the Bistro.  It was suggested that something of significant weight was thrown against the wall.  It is believed the bistro will need some brickwork, but otherwise, is still structurally sound.

The Nexus opened its doors for triage, and others, the lesser injured were tended in the streets. 

At 6:30pm, two large explosions tore into the sky. Later investigation revealed the locations to be the front of the City Library, and a small home located adjacent to the recently added greenhouse. The house is completely demolished and deemed unsafe. There were signs of looting discovered later at the scene.

At approximately 7:15pm, all of the robots returned to normal or fled.  Many of those who returned to normal began immediately bringing their brethren to repair stations or trying to repair one another in a strange display of fellowship that was entirely absent just moments before.

At 7:30pm, communications resumed, and a message was sent to all media and communication able devices which declared, "Timestamp: 4:00pm Main System. All systems under attack. Critical nature of attacks requires all citizens to get to safety. All systems under attack!!! [sic] Citizens please return to your homes or nearby shelter." 

The time stamp suggests that someone prevented ADA from being able to send out her warning.

For now, the city recovers, and prepares for what is tentatively assumed will be an additional attack.

Reporter: Alexi Alkaev

Smoking Man Holes

HEADLINE: Smoking Man Holes 

In the bright light of mid-day, the city of Convergence shuddered with a great force. Black, billowing plumes of acrid smoke burst from every man hole, heaving the heavy covers into the air. Mere seconds later, denizens of the underground emerged with an explosion of small rodents. Chaos broke out as portions of the Convergence underground collapsed, trapping many, and killing others. 

A man who frequents the underground, Mr. Vaduva, was quoted as saying, "<redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted>in his <redacted> <redacted> <redacted>then I'm going to <redacted> his <redacted> <redacted> on the <redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted><redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted><redacted> <redacted> <redacted> <redacted> pulo!" 

His statement is being evaluated and translated. 

Family of those effected by the terrorist act have not been without support. Groups of people came together, many of who would not typically be near one another,  in a show of solidarity and brotherhood. Differences were all set aside in a moving effort to aid. Food and water was kindly sent from the Factory, and many man and women of exceptional strength dug through the rubble, while hooded figures in black assisted where ever able.  One man was even sighted placing down a stereo at the scene to assist with morale. 

Those who frequent the underground wish to report that the beloved mascot, Dan, is alive and well. 

Some groups have come forward to claim responsibility. It is urged that the citizens of this city continue on and simply be careful; live well. 

Mr. Vaduva, who was reported to be at the scene, was unavailable for coherent interview. 

The chinchillas were also, not available for coherent interview. One, however, did respond with a squeal. This is being translated. We at the Convergence Chronicle have no <redacted> clue what it means, but it is <redacted> adorable.


Reporter: Alexi Alkaev

A Big Splash

HEADLINE: A BIG SPLASH

Late last month, all the citizens of Convergence endured the impact of the great red comet. The impact was oddly off trajectory, as if moved by a mysterious force. Some believe that a single man was the cause of this, but the method of which this could be done is still being debated. 

One man, Carver Wallace, gave only this, "Oh, maaaaan, it's all energy, man. It's all kinetic. We are all spirits, rising through the atmosphere, man. Like, cats... yeah... and poptarts." Mr Wallace has since been sedated and taken to the Nexus for evaluation.

On the day of the impact, the altered trajectory caused the comet to fall into the ocean off the island of Convergence. This subsequently caused a great tsunami from the displaced water. 

The tsunami, however, never made it to the city, save minor flooding. Some citizens claim it was through the efforts of a single woman with a girl at her side. This claim is sill under investigation, pending further information.

The floods were not nearly as dire as many had assumed. The library, Nexus and other areas were well prepared with constructed walls of earth, as well as sand bags placed strategically throughout the city and underground.   Some groups had moved to camp upon rooftops prior to impact, in anticipation.

Everyone banded together in the time of need. There was a lull in debates, and all, regardless of beliefs or homeland, rendered aid; offering transport, supplies, or shelter. It was a momentous moment for the citizens of Convergence.

Despite the low flooding, it was noted that the water did not ebb to the ocean, but lingered. Some suggested that the water was adding as much as it was subtracting. 

A small sortie decided to investigate the underground pumps. After drudging through the unpleasant underbelly, they discovered, and dispatched an obstruction, finally allowing the waters to flow. 

The city recovered, and moved forward, awaiting the next challenge. 

Let's all raise a poptart to the sky, Convergence will endure!

Reporter: Alexi Alkaev



This month's Convergence Chronicle is dedicated to Brom Thor aka The Haggler.  The players of Convergence were rocked to the core after the news of his IRL death.  At first we were going to place an Obituary, but this did not seem to satisfy the need of our sadness.  There are times that IC and OOC cross and we cannot help but be affected.  Haggler was not just a character within Convergence, he was also a person, an acquaintance, a husband...a friend.  He will be sorely missed.  Rest in Peace, Haggler.

Explosive Splinter Cell

HEADLINE:  EXPLOSIVE SPLINTER CELL

A booming rumble echoed through the lesser occupied alleyways of Convergence on Saturday, the fifth. 

Witnesses claimed that a group of people new to the city had been squatting in the area for the past month. 

At first it was merely rumor, but now the group has been positively identified as a splinter cell of Humans First, known as Human Vengeance. 

Witnesses also reported that the group occupying the building seemed to be collecting odd items such as scrap metal, wire, tubing, and pipes. 

“We kind of just assumed they were all <redacted> druggies, really. We went in during the early morning just before dawn, when most were passed the <redacted> out, and stole all their <redacted>,” a witness claimed. 

It was later that very night that the explosion occurred. 

A group of individuals, at least ten large, was reported to have entered the area. Convergence Marshals believe this incident to be gang related, as there was an apparent violent encounter. 

Later investigation suggest the attacking group, unidentified, only suffered minor injuries, while the terrorist group appeared to be routed. 

According to the Marshals, there appear to be no survivors. The leader of the cell, however, has yet to be found. “I honestly can’t say I care. If someone wants to clean out this new group, fine by me. It means fewer psychos to deal with.” 

When asked about this new group, the Marshal explained, “This is a group that call themselves Human Vengeance. They are an extremely violent cell that seems to have been turned away from the primary Humans First.”

This new threat to the denizens of Convergence is considered to be very dangerous. The recent late night murder of Cemetery Curator Rann Rannulfus is now considered to be linked with this cell. The crime is now under investigation with pending information. 

Citizens of Convergence are urged to be especially careful in the lesser affluent, outlying areas of the city, and to report any suspicious activity to the Marshals immediately.

Reporter: Alexi Alkaev