ALT://Rundown 1.0 Logs

The following article details all of the logs, voice-overs, and other related lore that is found within ALT://Rundown 1.0 or released at the same time as the rundown. As these logs may have gone through revisions in subsequent updates to GTFO, this article represents the current version of the logs as found within the game.

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### 834-786-872

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D-Lock Block Cipher
alias:int_server.1024_ciph.tier5.phys_ops/DLockwoodA074.flagged

From: James Durant B255
To: Dean Lockwood A074
Date: June 13th 2054
Subject: Signal

Mr. Lockwood,

We can assert categorically that both NAM-V and Parasitidae Garganta are extraterrestrial in origin. There is no way of knowing for sure if they evolved in the same location (or even if they evolved at all), but we do know that the environmental conditions for both lifeforms was at least very similar as their structural framework share many features. It is highly likely they have the same origin, wherever that may be.

The progenitor of the relationship between the virus and the parasite is not clear, so I have been working under Dr. Dauda's theory that the virus happened upon the parasite at some point, found it to be an appropriate host, and evolved to manipulate the behavior of the parasite to ensure transmission. We have also discovered that the extent of viral mutation within the parasites is unusually high. Each infected parasite carries it's own mutation of the virus, which means that any host with multiple parasites will allow the mutated viruses to gene shuffle and create new strains. Many of the new strains lead to mutations of the host to varying degrees, resulting in the physical deformities we see in some hosts. This is almost certainly the cause of at least some of the abominations that have been uncovered as excavations towards the Inner continue.

However, I have also isolated hundreds of parasites that do not carry the virus and yet their behavior is identical to infected parasites, indicating the presence of collective intelligence. The parasites are highly social and will work together to ensure attachment to a host - using strategies that are far beyond the capability of an individual parasite. It is unlikely that these complex behaviors can all be attributed to implanted behaviors from the virus.

The relationship is certainly symbiotic. The virus triggers life-prolonging chemical production in the parasite, and the parasite provides a suspendable organic structure for the virus. The parasite transmits the virus to new hosts, and in turn the virus alters the behavior of the host to accept the presence of the parasite and inhibit the desire to remove it.

With so many mutations of NAM-V being created with each new host, there are potentially millions of strains of NAM-V that no longer require a parasite to transmit. This explains why Dr. Dauda's research shows such resilience in the virus. It evolves everywhere, in every way. This virus is an omnipotent force of nature.

The only method we have found of killing the virus is by stopping the biological functions of the host through hydrostasis (or death). Fortunately, the parasites have not yet found a way into the HSUs. However, after hydrostasis reinfection is possible. We continue to improve our sterilization and prophylaxis methods, but we are fighting a losing battle. I see no future for us if we do not seek the origin of these lifeforms and find an immune genome. If we are to survive NAM-V, we must turn to the nature that created it. Evolution has had millions of years to fight the virus. We have months.

James Durant B255

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### 834-786-873

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D-Lock Block Cipher
alias:int_server.1024_ciph.tier5.med_core/RStokesB162.flagged

Dr Stokes,

I have just collated the final post-launch report and I noticed something odd. I'm scratching my head on this one - maybe it makes sense to you?

During the scrub down of the jump site, we discovered a security officer mask jammed under the launch platform. We ran a forensic on it and the DNA came as KSO Bishop - the only operative who returned from EF-01. However, Bishop had all of his equipment when he returned - including his mask. The mask we found was also a different design to Bishop's mask, but at some point, Bishop must have been wearing the mask. It was covered in his DNA.

I followed up with Mr. Piros and explained the conundrum. Mr. Piros informed me that Bishop's equipment is all accounted for. I asked Mr. Piros if they had issued Bishop any new equipment after the expedition, but Mr. Piros told me Bishop is using the same equipment he was issued with when he was delivered to Garganta. Mr. Piros refused to give me any more information at that point and simply stopped responding to me. I don't think he was hiding anything; I think he just had nothing else to say.

So now we have this mask. I don't know if this means anything, but I'm stumped. I have secured the item in the artifact vault should you want us to run any further tests on it.

Let me know,

Nolan Connor

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### 3NY-798-65Y

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D-Lock Block Cipher
alias:int_server.1024_ciph.tier5.kds_ops/APirosA134.flagged

From: Dean Lockwood A074
To: Andre Piros A134
Date: July 2nd 2052
Subject: Re: Signal

What do you mean a "signal"? Whatever it is, it is not authorized.

Dean

D-Lock Block Cipher
alias:int_server.1024_ciph.tier5.kds_ops/DLockwoodA074.flagged

From: Andre Piros A134
To: Dean Lockwood A074
Date: July 2nd 2052
Subject: Signal

Mr. Lockwood,

We have intercepted a signal of unknown origin being broadcast from somewhere within the facility. An audio file of the broadcast is attached. If you are not responsible for this signal we will need to investigate.

Andre Piros A134

//audio file attached

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### LB2-4BK-902

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D-Lock Block Cipher
alias:int_server.1024_ciph.tier5.kds_ops/LHamsunA359.flagged

Mr. Hamsun,

Security footage shows the target left the facility at 23:46 on December 28th 2052. There is no record of him boarding official transport from the facility, and there were no air transports after 23:00 hours last night. This means he is likely in a private vessel. We have extensive patrols monitoring traffic along the Yucatan current, but we believe the target is heading east or north and will stay on the water for as long as possible.

Alert all coastal outposts as far east as Cancun and initiate a VS along both the Loop current and the Florida current. You are approved to use as many resources as necessary to fulfill this task.

The target is carrying extremely hazardous material which must be returned to the client at all costs. Ensure your operatives are wearing full protective gear at all times and follow the latest hazmat regulations.

Should the target make it to Cuba, we will be forced to station agents around the Gulf coast to monitor all points of ingress to the United States. This overt action could compromise the privacy of our client. The target must not escape the net.

Report back once you have initiated the search.

Andre Piros A134

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### 23G-B8E-MGK

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Category: Weekly Notes 12/08 - 12/14 2053
Reported by: Dr. Gallus Hammerstein B014
Created: December 14th 2053

# Book Title ideas:
- A Revised Origin of the Species
- The Hammerstein Principle
- Fount of Truth
- Genesis Deciphered
- The Gallus Theory - The Evolutionary of God's Monsters

## Abstract
This is the weekly report of Dr. Gallus Hammerstein, founder of Project Insight. I have been feeling under the weather. I have of course pushed through this and continued my exploration of the unknown, but it has been challenging. It is clear that many of my "comrades" are eager for an opportunity to take control of Project Insight, but none of them would dare directly challenge me - even in my weakened state. My underlings are sheep in wolf's clothing. They see themselves as capable leaders and yet their flaws are obvious and exploitable. Let them pine for my power. Non ducor, duco.

## Weekly Achievements
Despite my failing health, I have made some conceptual breakthroughs this week. Genome analysis of the creatures indicates many of them share no common ancestors at all. There are similarities between the genetic structure of the creatures, but their evolutionary paths are entirely unique. They are not branches; they are trees. This leads me to believe these creatures come from many different places. Has Gallus Hammerstein discovered not just life from other planets, but finally answered the question beyond the question? Not only is there life elsewhere, there is life everywhere? I think so, yes. My work speaks for itself.

The common factor between these creatures is the mutations, which are certainly caused by some process introduced by the parasite. The same mutations occur in compromised humans. Strangely the complexity and strength of the mutations increases the deeper we explore. We are even finding infested humans in some of the deep, unexplored chambers. It is as if they are drawn to something. Grubs to their queen perhaps?

## Goals
I need to complete the process of naming the parasites. I have instructed by staff to temporarily call them the Parasitidae Hammerstein, but I'm not sure if I like it yet.

Book title! Enough procrastinating.

Remove those clearly attempting to undermine me and upset the balance of power. I have been ignoring their snide remarks and sideways glances for too long. Next week, the culling begins. God have mercy on those that cross Gallus Hammerstein!

Get well.

Dr. Gallus Hammerstein
Project Insight Lead Researcher & Founder.

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### K94-5ER-ESF

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../BIOCOM
meta3.date_stamp(521229.143308)
validating files...

Adam Strauss D144 - Santonian Mining Company - Mining Team 3 Supervisor
Andrew Clinton B035 - Santonian Mining Company - Project Manager
Artus Chaparon D017 - Santonian Mining Company - Systems Engineer
August Teale B203 - Santonian Mining Company - Psychologist
Boris Stanovich C066 - Santonian Mining Company - Report Analyst
Bruce Keith C237 - Santonian Mining Company - Engineer
Edgar Soweta E105 - Santonian Mining Company - Mechanic
Gallius Hammerstein B013 - Santonian Mining Company - Geologist
Gianna Hilton D043 - Santonian Mining Company - Mining Team 5 Supervisor
Gus Addison E431 - Santonian Mining Company - Mining Engineer
Harriet Lorde B273 - Santonian Mining Company - Scheduling Department
Howard Stokes B341 - Santonian Mining Company - Geologist
Ian Glencoe B551 - Santonian Mining Company - Medical Research
Igor Rostok C122 - Santonian Mining Company - Engineer
John Masterson E162 - Santonian Mining Company - Sanitation
John Schaeffer C067 - Santonian Mining Company - Operations Lead
Jordy Fontella E257 - Santonian Mining Company - Mining Engineer
Kat Edison B062 - Santonian Mining Company - Geologist
Michel LeFavre B028 - Santonian Mining Company - Medical Director
Otto Richtofer B029 - Santonian Mining Company - Geologist
Phil Decker C085 - Santonian Mining Company - Engineer
Susan Greyson C222 - Santonian Mining Company - Medical Administrator
Vitori Molina C158 - Santonian Mining Company - Contractor Foreman

writing...
personnel files updated
../BIOCOM

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### K94-6ER-ESF

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This is State of Truth AM. I want to talk about something... personal today. You know, I can't very well call myself Mr. Truth if I'm not honest with you, can I? Well, for the last few months, I have been... experiencing things that I can't explain. I have memories, memories that I have been told are false. Memories that even Mrs. Truth tells me are in my imagination. These memories are fleeting, but they are clear, precise recollections of events, they are... emotional connections to a truth that on the face of it seems wrong. I recall moments of conversations I have had with people I have no recollection of meeting. I see images of buildings that I have never seen, yet I know the shape. Sometimes, I will know what the caller is about to say the second before they say it. Now, understand me: this is not Deja Vu. This is something that I know, in my gut, is truth - just not the truth of my present, or of this history. I... hmmm... how can I explain? I recall, very clearly, that the Merida quake happened on March 15th 2049. That date is precise and clear in my mind - and it's wrong. The quake happened in April, It's in all the papers, all of the reports, all of the books. The great Merida quake... of April, 2049. I even know what I was doing on the day it happened, and that day was in April, but in my gut, I know it happened in March. I can SEE it. Is there anyone else out there experiencing something similar? Are some things different as you remember them? Tell me I'm not alone in this. Something... has changed. You know the number. Call.

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### BNC-XUI-P59

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Mambo Media Services mail server

Science Weekly
December 15th, 2042

Selling History
Report from Lance Overmars, ESA correspondent, Kourou Spaceport

December 18th will be the biggest day in ESA history. The launch of Red Alpha will be broadcast live worldwide, and the expected audience will far exceed any live global event in history. Even this year's world cup final in Cairo, where an estimated 3.4 billion people were glued to their phones to watch an African team finally lift the Jules Rimet Trophy, will have to be content with second place (unlike Ghana - go Black Stars).

All eyes, and wallets, are on the ESA headquarters in Paris. Information is flowing thick and fast as the marketing team wrestles to suck every penny they can out of "Mars fever" - a phenomenon among the astronomical community that hasn't been seen since the Apollo 11 mission. The 12-astronaut team are already heroes. We want to know what they eat and drink, what they wear, what car they drive, what toothpaste they use - and we're willing to pay through the nose to feel like we're a part of humankind's biggest step. The world has gone Mars mad, and the ESA is banking on the madness continuing.

It's a much needed payout for them. For the last decade, politician after politician has called for a reduction in the ESA budget, which topped out at €24 billion in 2036. With so many social problems plaguing europe, the ESA has had to fight tooth and nail to keep the money rolling in, but it's been a losing battle. The budget has reduced every year, even with the launch day rapidly approaching. Earlier this year, their annual budget was reduced to €14 billion, less than half of the €30 billion they requested. They have scraped and saved wherever possible, and some say they have cut corners that shouldn't have been cut. They have become bedfellows with corporations in the private sector, despite outcry from international watchdogs. They have reduced the mission scope time and time again - the Mars base became the Mars station became the Mars outpost became the landing site. If we're lucky, they'll manage to at least pitch a tent.

In a few days all that tumult comes to a head when Red Alpha finally launches. The
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### TAB-GTG-YUM

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D-Lock Block Cipher
Sender:    Angela Klein A106
Receiver: Christopher Getz B488
Date:       August 12th 2054
Subject:   Field promotions

Christopher,

The following operatives have received field promotions. Please make sure the appropriate PRDMs are uploaded before their next shift.

PVT Holmes, Jacob O-5233 - new rank: Sergeant
CPL Meroz, Javier GO-1472 - new rank: Sergeant
CPL Hirsch, Natalia O-0922 - new rank: Sergeant
PVT Grimes, Anton O-3108 - new rank: Corporal
PVT Vicaro, Sanchez Go-084 - new rank: Corporal

We will be executing their next objective stack based on the assumption the work has been done.

Angela Klein A106

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## Logs found in the Lore channel of the Official GTFO Discord Server

This message was posted by The Warden on the October 18, 2022:

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D-Lock Block: unauthorized access... logging

WRDN: override

ACCESS -BIOCOM -29$525GVTHR2%456FS

Instantiating BIOCOM.net(CLI)...

ready:

authorized…

connecting...

\Root?

\Root\RETURN query “Alt” -root -lang -all -dict

Queries found (2)…

'''Alternate (noun, abbreviation)'''
A substitute designated to take the place of another.
A replacement of equal or greater value.

'''Alteration (noun, abbreviation)'''
A modification or adjustment of something, usually to improve suitability for a particular task or experience.
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