Notes

Notes can carry various information or lore and can be found in most missions in Terminator: Resistance and the Annihilation Line DLC.

## Terminator: Resistance

### Warehouse District

#### Welcome to Big Jeff's

Big Jeff's

"The home of the Big Bun Burger"

Check number: 00081

Server: Nancy

Burly-Beef with fries 4.95

Chili Beef Deluxe 5.75

Iced Tea (S) 0.89

Orange Juice (M) 1.15

Gratuity: No thanks. You smell like an ashtray

Total: 12,74

#### LA Pulse

Friday, August 29, 1997

World News

When a spokesman for Russia's Ministry of Atomic Energy was asked about the origin of the seismic event that took place at a Russian nuclear test site two weeks ago, he responded by saying "I don't know what seismic activity they are talking about. Russia has voluntarily discontinued any nuclear testing and has stuck to this decision."

#### Departing Gift

There's a shotgun in the trunk of that police car, in front of the building. I left it there for you. Take it and learn how to use it.

The Annihilation Line's coming, so more and more Terminators will start to show up. The shotgun won't kill them, but you'll at least be able to knock them down and escape. Oh, and make sure to reload after every shot, that's a thing with shotguns.

One other thing... I swiped the gun from the Resistance. Save me the speech... Those asshole keep all the guns to themselves, but we need to protect ourselves too! Saviors of humanity, MY ASS.

#### Creepy Lil' Dolls

Some douchebag came up with the bright idea to use mannequins for target practice. It's fucked up, if you asked me. I just don't like the idea of shooting something with a face... plus they creep me the fuck out.

Me and Joker were keeping watch yesterday. It was so dark we couldn't even tell the difference between one of the mannequins or a Terminator. They look to much like humans... I'm always on guard around these fuckers. Joker said "Now you know how me and the guys feel. You gingers are blurring the line between man and machine. You have no soul and you're rusty all over". What a fucking comedian.

#### Bird of Prey

They came by again. Ever since Skynet arrived in Pasadena, everyone's gotten more violent, desperate and hungry. I don't know how long I'll be able to protect my babies... But I'll fight to the death if I have to!

#### Mission Update

We've made it to the rendezvous point but we haven't had any contact with Commander Baron. Why would she send us here? This day is getting weirder and weirder.

With zero radio communication this place is getting lonely. Goddammit, Gomer. How long does it take for you to piss?

### Hide Out

#### See You Later

I know I promised to stay awake, but I'm getting tired. Wake me up when you get back from the hospital. I'm just going to close my eyes for a moment...

#### Stranger Danger

A man came by earlier. I don't know him nor have I seen him before. If he's one of your buddies you can tell him that he's not welcome here. You can tell a guy is up to no good when he's hiding his face like that.

#### Food for Thought

The world before Judgment Day was MUCH different than I imagined. Jennifer's reaching me math with whatever she can find lying around, like metal scraps and chemical parts.

But I found an old book and it looks like the people in the past used food to learn math. It said this guy, Mike, wanted to buy 30 "watermelons." Never seen a "watermelon" in my life but it looks really good. Anyhow, he only had money for 28 of them, but that's still A LOT. There was also this girl, I forgot her name, but she had like 10 chocolate bars! And ate 4 of them! AND She still has like 6 chocolate bars left for later... Can you imagine having all that FOOD!

...math problems from the past make me hungry.

### Medical District

#### Fuck!

Fuck, fuck, fuck, fuck. Where the FUCK did they all come from? If I don't get Frank some Adrenaline he's not going to make it though the night. But there are so many of them. What the fuck should I do? This would be easier if I at least had a shotgun.

#### Dear Maria

This might be my last letter to you.

Until recently the machines have tried to keep us alive. They were treating us like some sort of test subjects. We were valuable to them. But all they've been doing lately is exterminating entire cages. I don't know why, but it's like we're no longer of any use to them. Like they found what they've been looking for. And now...

They're coming.

#### Prognosis

Symptoms: Depression, anxiety, tendency for violence, persecutory delusions.

Diagnosis: Acute schizoaffective disorder

Prognosis: The delusional architecture is fairly unique, but it shows signs of deterioration. I am very much interested to see how the patient will react when nothing occurs on the morning of the supposed "end of the world," which is a scenario imagined by the patient. This is a significant event in the patient's cognitive history and the patient should be treated with special care during this time. There is a strong possibility of delusion withdrawal, which I consider an improvement, since tendency for violence has increased drastically as of late.

Signed: Dr. Silberman

### Pasadena

#### They're Taunting Me

It's just standing there taunting me. It survived Judgment Day, stood up against the acid rains, atomic dust, the Terminators and HKs. And I broke my fucking knife trying to carve my name on that goddam thing.

Everyday I walk pass it, no walls supporting it, but it won't even fucking budge. I refuse to believe that there's nothing on the other side of that door. I bet this war would end if I could open it. No more Skynet, no more scavenging for food, no more suffering.

#### Billy Bob's an Asshole

You remember that Pipe Grenades are the ones that go \*poof\* and that Can Grenades go \*KABOOM\*, right? It's pretty easy to understand. But for Billy Bob it ain't. You've probably already noticed that our little hideout is missing a wall. It has something to do with a Skynet crawler getting inside and Billy Bob's trigger happy demeanor.

With all the talks of the Annihilation Line coming and the fact that we literally don't have a roof over our fucking heads, we decided to head South. If you ever get back I want you to look for us there. No one's blaming you for what happened... We still think of you as a part of this group. I need you to remember that... Billy Bob's an asshole.

#### Southern Hospitality

If you're reading this then you must have gotten past my security system. Congrats! You must be as sharp as a sack of marbles. But as you've already noticed, I'm very protective of my stuff. So if you have any senses, you'll put back whatever you tried to take and go on 'bout your merry way.

But if you're one of them Terminators and you're reading this, then good for you! I didn't even know y'all could do that. And since we're actually communicating and all, I gotta favor to ask. Could you let me know "why do y'all need teeth?" That's something that's been on my mind for a while now. I mean y'all don't eat, don't chew, and I assume y'all don't brush either, so why the chompers?

#### Dear Jennifer

I was afraid to bring up this topic again, so I have decided to leave you this letter. I hope it finds you.

I don't think it's safe for you and your brother to stay at the house anymore. Something broke inside Ed and we're scared he might do something to one of you. He is not the same man he used to be. We are leaving tomorrow and I really think you should reconsider coming with us. We will be waiting for both of you until sundown.

I am writing this with only the best of intentions, I hope you understand. Be safe.

Rose

#### Things Are Lookin' Up

Morale in our community hasn't been so great since Ed decided to lock up the sanctuary. A new addition to our group should liven things up a bit. At least I hope so.

Her name's Erin and I think we have a lot in common. She's a doctor and I think of myself as some sort of a... spiritual healer, so I believe we're gonna get along just fine.

I have to remember to ask her about what she did when those bombs hit. I bet she has a great story about it.

#### Resting Place

Peter, it turns out there are still people out here. And you thought that we were the only ones who survived. I've decided I'm going to stay with them for a while. I don't think it's particularly safe here, but I am tired of running. You know we're not getting any younger...

There's this guy, Ryan, an old guy like us, who reminds me of how much we've aged. All of them think they have a story to tell since they'd lived through Judgment Day. You know what he asked me? He asked me if I'd remembered coffee? Quite an icebreaker, don't you think?

I think you'd like him, you guys would have quite the time annoying me. My watch is ending soon. I miss you... and I miss real coffee.

### Resistance Shelter

#### Memorandum - John Connor

Commander Baron,

I was very pleased to read the mission report from Pasadena. You are probably aware of this, but it is essential that we mobilize all the troops in your area and abandon all level three outposts. I understand the consequences and will take full responsibility for this.

As for Private Rivers, I believe he deserves recognition for his actions. Perhaps a promotion is in order. I will leave that decision to you. I want you to keep him close.

Signed

John Connor

#### Research Log - Dr. Alvin Scott

After careful analysis, I've come to the conclusion that, under a microscope, the Infiltrator's skin is indistinguishable from that of a human epidermis. They have approximately the same amount of nerve endings as humans, the skin is covered with hair follicles and sweat glands are functional.

For all intents and purposes, the Terminator skin could be categorized as a "living tissue" It is advised that we learn more about how the skin reacts to various forms of stimuli. Perhaps the results could provide us with an idea of how to distinguish between Terminators and humans.

What is even more impressive is it's cardiovascular system. Or should I say the vascular system, considering the Infiltrators do not possess an organic heart. The pumping of blood is carried out by a mechanical circulatory system which is also responsible for filtering the blood. The cell count is nearly identical to that of humans. It's blood is a form o bio-fluid and should be handled with care. It it imperative that we avoid contaminating the sample.

#### Request Form

Date: April 13th, 2026

Name: Field Commander Jessica Baron

Pattern: Rose

Color: No

Position on body: Chest

Comments from the requestor: -

#### A Rose for Jessica

I just got back from Pasadena. I found something special, something I thought I'd never see again. A wild rose. It was brightest red, with prickly green thorns. Can you even imagine something growing and living in that wasteland... It made me realize that this Earth can still produce such beauties. I didn't want to pick it, because it was so precious.

It made me think of you. Beautiful and wild. I want you to see. It'll remind you of your reason for fighting, because sometimes I feel that you forget.

When you get back from your mission find me, I'll take you there.

Love,

Perry

#### 4 Hours

It's been only four fucking hours since teams Alpha and Bravo left. We can only sit in front of our radios and wait for news. I ask the scouts coming in and out, but they all say everything's been quiet.

There's nothing else left to do but wait and it's killing me. I don't ever remember the Shelter being so quiet...

And now that I mention how quiet it is, the dogs started howling like something bit their ass off. Great...

### Hollywood Hills

#### Gimme Shelter

No raid alarms... No warnings... We're just now starting to understand what just happened... Apparently we've been attacked... Not by a country, not by terrorists but by a computer program...

Today is the first day that it's safe to leave the Shelter. They say the initial radiation has finally cleared...

#### Type Magazine

Will we ever appreciate art created by a machine? If you are a frequent visitor to the Los Angeles Modern Art Museum, chances are you have seen its works.

Recent instillation held by MAM titled "Colours of the Abstract" was created in its entirety by a computer program called Ines. Ines has been painting since the early 1970's

Gale Wisher, Ines's creator, never imagined that a simple algorithm that she wrote would eventually become autonomous. "It no longer needs me" said Wisher.

#### Recipe for Disaster

3 Metal scraps

2 Chemicals

2 Fabrics

1 Electric part

1 Energy cell

3 Explosives

= Shitload of fun!

### Downtown

#### My Promise with You

You know that I've been trying my hardest not to break your Law's but the tests that you've been putting me through have become more and more difficult. And you've made the devil so much more powerful.

He's here... I've seen him. A ravenous wold disguised as an Angel, exactly as you described him. He's here on a prowl looking to devour the innocent. But I will not let him, because I know the truth. He will not deceive me and lead me astray. I will conquer him. That I can promise you.

#### Time to Leave

...the skin was peeled off revealing its horrid metal skull. Was there ever a better indicator that it's time to leave... I'm just gonna help myself to some of these weapons the soldiers left, and I'm getting the hell out of here.

#### Coming Home

I've got everything I need. If the Resistance can fight Skynet using these weapons, why can't we? We'll just have to learn how to use them... But let's not worry about that right now...

You don't have to worry anymore. Momma's coming home.

#### What Goes Around...

...may come around.

I hope that someday someone does the same for me.

#### Haywire

Something went terribly fucking wrong... After we immobilized the Tank, the soldiers started shooting each other out of the fucking nowhere... And before you know it, everyone's pointing their guns everywhere...

I think I'm bleeding... But there's so much blood around, I can't even tell if it's mine...

### Mack's Laboratory

#### Journal Entry - Weak Spot

They have a weak spot. They are tirelessly dedicated to carrying out the mission they were programmed to do. They will give themselves away if there's even a slight chance that they will get what they want. They never miss or let go of opportunities. And when they do, they stand there exposed for what they truly are; heartless killing machines.

## Annihilation Line

### Reseda High School

#### School Purchase Order

Principal Ward, I've found an issue with the new Purchase Order. I wonder if you'll pick up on it too:

[QTY: 05] Globes

[QTY: 25] Molecular models

[QTY: 15] Microscopes

[QTY: 05] Projectors

[QTY: 01] Anatomical Skeleton

What's missing? COMPUTERS! I think it's high time that you and the other teachers realized that computers are the future. In a few years, they will be an integral part of our lives. It's our duty to prepare students for that. And to do this...we need to actually HAVE some computers!

I hope there is still time to rectify this.

#### These kids are up to something...

Ms. Roberts, I confiscated these notes during my last class. It sounds pretty concerning to me. You know these kids better than I do, maybe you'll be able to figure out what the little shits are up to. Whatever it is, it doesn't sound good.

Come on Tim. I know you know. I heard hes going to do something about this stupid time capsule to get back at his mom

Janelle? He doesnt care what she thinks

His REAL mom moron! Do't act dumb, just tell me. I'll keep it a secret

### Resistance Shelter

#### Ryan's Letter

Jen,

I slipped this note in your bag because I do have one thing I'd like to tell you, but I'll be damned if I couldn't find the nerve to say it out loud. It's about Patrick.

When I was about his age, I was pretty mouthy. I wasn't a big or strong kid, but I knew that nobody would mess with me because of my brother. But one day, he stopped protecting me. Just out of the blue, it seemed. I got the shit beat out of me every day for a month straight. I was mad at my brother for that, but I quickly stopped throwing my weight around - and shortly after, I realised why he did what he did. To let me forge my own path, instead of just being an extension of him.

I really hope you don't take this the wrong way. You are the most incredible sister to Patrick, but he needs to become his own person.

Ryan

### Northridge

#### Feeling Lucky

If you're looking for our rifle, I had to hide it in the elevator shaft. I'm tired of these constant lectures about conserving ammo - we need to blow off steam somehow! But don't let anyone we're doing this or we'll be in deep shit.

I don't even know why you bother, though. You'll never beat my score. 23 drones drowned and only 1 miss!

#### Ferro's Diary #1

I never understood why you bothered with this diary, Brooks. You'd always have to sit with your pen before you joined us at the fire. But now, reading through it... I get it.

This diary is us. It's our team. The laughs we had, the shit we got each other through. Every little thing, down to our arguments about who's going to ride shotgun! Shit, it's a record of our fucked-up little family. It's partly a record of me.

I can't bear the thought that you'll never fill it. So many blank pages... would probably have been easier to just burn the thing and forget it all... But I need a new damn flint for my Zippo, so instead... I'll try to continue on where you left off. Starting now.

#### Giving to the Needy

To all it may concern -

I would like to remind you that helping our hermit "friend" outside the shelter is something you do at your own disecration. It was his choice to live outside. Don't think you can tempt him in here to live with us.

He has been seen with explosives and some of us consider him to be dangerous. So, if you must interact with him, please follow these rules:

* leave supplies well away from the hideout (and out of sight)
* avoid direct contact where possible

#### Hermits Diary

I've got to keep you a secret, Cindy. They don't know how special a rat you are! One sniff is all you need to tell a human from a tin can. That's what they're always trying to lure you away from me with food!

But we can see them for what they really are. The human faces, the Resistance uniforms. They're taking the people that were set up in the Galleria. Oh sure, this might look like your average evac job. But there hasn't been EVEN ONE drone flying over is since they've been here. It's as is Skynet knows what's going on already. How would that be, eh?

But they won't get you. They won't take you away from me, even if I'm not there to protect you myself! I've set up our hideout nicely to give them a very warm welcome.

### Bakersfield

#### Memo

DATE: August 6th, 1977

TO: All Staff

FROM: Brian Martinez, Public Relations Manager

Subject: Concerns and Speculation

In light of the media we have experienced since the launch of Skynet, we would like to assure everyone that Mr. Dyson's motivational speech will go ahead as planned on August 18th.

We would also like to forewarn you regarding contact with the press. Recently, the public scrutiny surrounding our company has risen dramatically, and many unsubstantiated rumors are being bandied about.

In the next few days, you will receive a separate memo detailing our press relations procedures.

#### Go No Further

Take this as a warning - get out of this place. Skynet has control over everything.

The sky is full of Aerials. they must have a refueling station somewhere near. I tried to find it, but I ran into a T-800 group. They have a ton of equipment, and they're using it to dig a huge hole in the earth. Seems like they're trying to make it all the way back to hell where they came from...

As for me, I have to keep searching until I find little Abby. I know her chances out here are next to nothing, but I can't tell her mother that. I have to be sure. But I'm warning you. If you don't need to be in this place, turn around and leave.

There's nothing left here.

#### Health and Safety Notice

Brad, may I direct your attention to the boards above? Perhaps, if it's note too much trouble, you might see your way to fixing them before someone breaks their back? unless you're worried about getting a splinter, that is.

### City Hideout

#### Ferro's Diary #2

You've just cleaned the shit from your shoe, and then you immediately step in another pile. Is this just bad luck, or is it the universe trying some sort of fucked-up balance?

Why am I even asking. We're finally starting to get some answers for why we're out of here, but now we're going even deeper into hell, and any chance I had to find a replacement for my flint drops to zilch.

I can hear you guys now: "Haven't you got slightly bigger things to worry about than your Zippo?" Shit, it's the night before we cross the Annihilation Line. What would Rivers say if he knew what I was thinking about right now?

Christ, I need to sleep. But how can I when this silence is so loud it feels like it's drilling into my ears? Another night of this and I'll be begging to hear Johnson's snoring again.

### Last Hideout

#### Ferro's Diary #3

I can't sleep again. I offered to take Reese's watch, but he seems to be an insomniac too. So now we're both awake and sitting in silence. It's a friendly silence though.

Ah shit, I've stained the page. Lighter fluid, gonna make the pahes stink. Oh, yeah, you don't know - Evans managed to scrounge up a flint for me! Took it from a shitty lighter he found, and it fit. But when I was filling mine up again, I spilled fluid everywhere, like a total klutz. The balance of the universe again, right? Thing I'm wondering is, how did Evans know I even needed a flint?

Honestly, our little bunch of misfits is finally starting to feel like a real team. We had to go through hell to get there. But damn, it was worth it to feel part of something again.