ARG: The Black Web

((OOC: A few people have expressed their interest in ARG style story-telling so this will be my first attempt. Due to the nature of how ARGs work you are obviously encouraged to discuss it with other players but please be mindful of spoilers - don't just post how to get onto the next phase or answers to the puzzles. To keep RK-Buzz IC as it's intended any OOC discussion should take place over in the ARG discussion thread. Here you can get advice from other players if you're a bit stuck!))



An unidentified transmission is forced through your comm unit. You are unable to trace it's source but you should probably listen to it...

"What an archaic way to send a message..." Vinele said looking at his COM. He punches a few keys on his com searching for something to translate it.

Intrigued by the message and it's contents, when a second message comes through you eagerly check it.


*Please confirm you have received your assignment with HQ by sending your authentication code."

Sitting at his desk, sipping a cup of tea, Termin finds himself somewhat intrigued by the code that filters across his screen. "At least it is a novel approach to getting the attention of potential clients", but soon enough other matters take his attention....

((SPOILER - Answer for stage 2 provided in the link))

As you are still unable to find the hidden transmission in the second message, you finally ask a friend who shows you where it is so you can continue.