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MissingTeddyHanssen
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 		I figured that posting some update from the different accounts of the Encom's "big-wings" verbismail would kill the boredom out of me and instead of watching Spongebob Squarepants, so here goes:

For Alan Bradley (group 3):

Quote:
Sender: The best
Subject: San Fran
Saturday, March 27th, 2010, 11:09am

Good news - looks like my schedule is clearing up. I might (emphasis MIGHT) be able to join you at the press conference. Fingers crossed...
Get home soon - it's Saturday!

--You know who


Quote:
Sender: KH_EXEC_LVL
Subject: Speech
Monday, March 29th, 2010, 12:32pm

Hello Alan,

Getting nervous for your big appearance this Friday? Well, don't sweat it because I'm having our Communications Director line up the best speech writers money can buy. Since there isn't much time, I need you to get together with Celia right away - In fact, I've already scheduled it on both of your calendars. I'm sure you agree how imperative it is for us to be on the same page when it comes to messaging. Don't worry, we'll make sure you sound like a real pro!

Looking forward to it,

--Kurt




For Markus Grenwald (group 3):

Quote:
Sender: PJ_SALE_DEPT
Subject: Willa is your ticket in!
Friday, March 26th, 2010, 4:16pm

You've been buttering up Hardington like he's a pile of mashed potatoes, but I know you, Markus - you're not subtle. What you need is an ally on the inside, a woman's touch.

Oh, I'm not talking about myself. If I could bend KH's will, don't you think I'd be bucking for a few perks of my own? No, I'm referring to Willa. She's calm and reasonable (everything we're not) and Hardington seems to listen to her. He's already suspicious of goody-goody Alan Bradley, but he's going to need a nudge to take any sort of action. Willa could give him that nudge.

Just a thought.

--Pat


Quote:
Sender: WF_EXEC_LVL
Subject: RE: How was your weekend?
Monday, March 29th, 2010, 7:54pm

The weekend was nice - thanks for asking! Went antiquing with my cousin, Charlene (she found the cutest napkin rings for a VERY reasonable price). Also, I shot clay pigeons with my neighbors. It was a blast (pardon the pun)!

It's funny that you e-mailed me, Markus - I might just have an opportunity for you, as it turns out. We need someone to craft Alan Bradley's speech for the press conference this weekend, and who knows the marketing game better than you, right?




Patricia Jalardy (group 3):

Quote:
Sender: MG_MRKT_DEPT
Subject: RE: Willa is your ticket in!
Friday, March 26th, 2010, 4:16pm

Thanks, Pat. You've got a smart head on those shoulders... I guess that's why we get along so well.

I'll let you know how it goes.

--MG



Quote:
Sender: MG_MRKT_DEPT
Subject: RE: Willa is your ticket in!
Monday, March 29th, 8:01pm

OK, so I've greased the wheels and I think I can wedge my way into this project (as a speechwriter - weird, huh?).

Speaking of weird, Willa is flightier than those clay pigeons she shoots. Hope I don't have to be too friendly to her (might hurt my reputation as a total jerk).

Thanks again for the heads-up!

--MG




Willa Frewer (group 3):

Quote:
Sender: MG_MRKT_DEPT
Subject: How was your weekend?
Monday, March 29th, 2010, 9:45am

Hi, Willa! We never get to talk these days. How are you?

Just wanted to drop you a line and let you know how much I miss the old days - we should schedule more strategy meetings like we used to have.

Oh, and have you heard anything about the press conference? I was slated to be point person on this initiative, but it went to Alan Bradley instead (no hard feelings on this end, though - LOL!)

Talk soon (I hope),

--Marketing Markus (remember? That's what you used to call me! Soooo funny!)


Quote:
Sender: KH_EXEC_LVL
Subject: Who can we put on this?
Monday, March 29th, 2010, 11:02am

I've decided that we need to mitigate this Alan Bradley situation by exercising message control. Who are the best speechwriters we've used in the past couple of years?

Call me when you have someone lined up.

--Kurt



Kurt Hardington (group 1):

Quote:
Sender: CM_COMM_DEPT
Subject: You made the right call
Thursday, March 25th, 2010, 8:17pm

I understand that you were hesitant to give Bradley the press conference, but the response has been ideal. Gamers and bloggers will come out of the woodwork to hear what he has to say -expect a huge debut for your new release.

And now that I've earned your trust (tentatively, I'm sure), we should move on to our next point of order: message control. I've got a number of talented speechwriters who can keep Bradley focused on the company, the product, and the future - then, you won't have to worry about him going on and on about Kevin Flynn again (although, that's a name that also really draws the crowds - you might want to reconsider your stance on this issue).

Do you want me broach the speechwriting subject with Alan, or should you?

--Celia, Communications Director


Quote:

Sender: CM_COMM_DEPT
Subject: RE: You made the right call
Friday, March 26th, 2010, 10:22am

Yes, but you won't have your finger on the "edit" button in San Fran - remember, this is a live event.

>I keep Bradley on a short leash - did you see how I cut down that IGN interview before it got released?
>bradley_long.mov
>Don't worry about contacting Bradley - I'll inform him that we'll be writing the speech for him and that you'll be following up soon.
>BTW - keep Flynn out of it.

>--Hardington


Quote:
Sender: AB_EXEC_LVL
Subject: RE: Speech
Monday, March 29th, 2010, 3:47pm

Sure Kurt, I understand completely. I know exactly how much public perception means to you and Encom. I'll make sure to touch base with Ms. Melardin as soon as I can.

Thanks for all your help.

--Alan



Quote:
Sender: CM_COMM_DEPT
Subject: Alan's In!
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010, 8:06am

Good news. I sat down with Bradley this morning and went over the speech we wrote for him - Looks like he's going to play ball. He didn't even flinch when I brought up the fact that we're cutting out all mention of Kevin Flynn for the evening to focus on Encom's future and innovation.

--Celia, Communications Director


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 		hmm.. "cutting out all mention of flynn"...

sounds like it'll be a hoot. hope folks have fun... can't wait to watch the live stream..
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 		Just a request.

Please just QUOTE the emails from the characters. SPOILERS are traditionally used for puzzle solves (if some people want to try it themselves) and movie/book/tv plot points (to save it from people who haven't watched/read yet).

Thanks.
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enaxor wrote:
Forty-Two Entertainment, has taken the formula that was TDK, changed the names to fit the present campaign and proceeds by going down the checklist.

Does that mean there will be a bowling ball and cake? Very Happy
If so, you can have the bowling ball, I'd rather have the cake.
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Euchre wrote:
If so, you can have the bowling ball, I'd rather have the cake.
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too weak to resist...
Yeah me too, but I'd rather have the cake and eat it too *ducks*
Unless the cake is a lie. *runs*
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enaxor wrote:
Forty-Two Entertainment, has taken the formula that was TDK, changed the names to fit the present campaign and proceeds by going down the checklist. Is that wrong? Not really, but it's a bit boring and fairly predictable. Rolling Eyes

To quickly chime in on this meta discussion - I'm pretty sure this is down to increased participation. Can you imagine what the discussion forums would look like if they were open to public posting? Or how full a character's inbox would get instantly? There would be no possible way to keep up with an audience of the size these more modern, large franchise games are attracting.

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Agent Lex wrote:

Can you imagine what the discussion forums would look like if they were open to public posting? Or how full a character's inbox would get instantly? There would be no possible way to keep up with an audience of the size these more modern, large franchise games are attracting.


Like I said it's not really a bad thing, but in my opinion it isn't an ARG, and so far it's pretty predictable. Zach is the Joker or a member of CFB, with a different name, in a slightly different circumstance, but the goal is basically the same; a call to arms.

As for some interaction, sure there appears to be a large audience, but it's not like 42E is a one man show and it's not like it can't be done. To name a couple of campaigns that pulled it off, "Art of the Heist" and "Who Is Benjamin Stove". Granted they weren't as big as the sponsors wanted them to be, but they were willing to interact, no matter how big they got.
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 		Just de-spoilered my previous posts to make them easier to read.
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enaxor wrote:
Agent Lex wrote:

Can you imagine what the discussion forums would look like if they were open to public posting? Or how full a character's inbox would get instantly? There would be no possible way to keep up with an audience of the size these more modern, large franchise games are attracting.


Like I said it's not really a bad thing, but in my opinion it isn't an ARG, and so far it's pretty predictable. Zach is the Joker or a member of CFB, with a different name, in a slightly different circumstance, but the goal is basically the same; a call to arms.

As for some interaction, sure there appears to be a large audience, but it's not like 42E is a one man show and it's not like it can't be done. To name a couple of campaigns that pulled it off, "Art of the Heist" and "Who Is Benjamin Stove". Granted they weren't as big as the sponsors wanted them to be, but they were willing to interact, no matter how big they got.


I don't know what kind of interaction there will be, but the Iron Man Facebook page picked-up 1,500 followers in about 8 hours.

So, yeah. They can get big, fast.
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