OOC NOTE
Since there are really very few technological or natural limitations to instant (maybe even retroactive) communication, The Mess presumably has more than its share of messaging networks. Oddly, access to these is rarely played out or even referred to on Puzzlebox. Is that an effect of character preference, in that such things lose their fascination in a world of immortals where nobody really has to be in a hurry? Or is it just the lack of an OOC method for delivering these messages?
This page is meant to simulate a hypothetical, presumably telepathic and instantaneous, public posting and messenging service available to all willing residents of the Mess. I hope it will be a useful method for players, especially newbies, to spread plot information and get involved with other players' plots without having to encounter one another "face-to-face" online. All messages here may be considered public knowledge. Feel free to add new categories. If enough players find this service distracting or abusable, we will definitely consider deleting it.
GOSSIP AND HEARSAY
- A long lost Zip has been spotted, though not confirmed, heading towards the Puzzlebox.
MISSING PERSONS
PUBLIC SERVICE MESSAGES
- Be safe, be healthy! The new threat of the Mess is upon us, and only you can prevent it! Click Here for details!
SERVICES AND ARTISANAL MATTER OFFERED
- Research services, intensive computational cycles, and engineering of unusual technologies offered. Will accept information, unusual technology, or appropriate services in trade. Data Exchange Guarantee of Quality in Services. Contact System via response to this board or via direct approach.
- Update Marriage ceremonies also performed, free of charge.
SERVICES AND ARTISANAL MATTER SOUGHT
- Seeking a discreet, unscrupulous individual capable of being unfailingly polite and patient - or feigning the same - upon demand, for several simple messenger, delivery, and research missions. Will pay handsomely in the form of otherwise unattainable craft items. Please respond via this channel. No Topwarp residents need apply.
- UPDATE Offer withdrawn; information obtained by other means. Same party now seeks procurement of rare artisanal fabrics in large lots. No questions asked; all offers accepted.
- REPLY The Architecture offers a great deal of fine goods at low prices. Please contact Diafeara, Besax, or Desmond for further information.
- REPLY Down with the Architecture! They have no sense of good color. Come to the Transia in Bottom! Contact Mareil for details!
- Someone has stolen an important book. Details on any Tome of Rites which originates in Topwarp may be sent to Angos Khonwyr via the mailbox next to the ferry for Mount Vinge. Once your information has been verified, a reward may be forthcoming.
- (OOC NOTE: This mailbox does exist.)
- Secretary - Position Vacant: Our current Secretary is out on Secondment. Impressive package plus attractive annual performance bonus. A great opportunity exists to experience this opportunity based in the heart of the city, as their Receptionist/Secretary. To be successful in this role you will have at least Timebooknotreturned experience in a similar role, have intermediate skills in hand writing, syzygy, discussion, dissemination, dusting, destruction, dest desting destiny, and a dictation speed of 90 wpm. You will also pride yourself on your impeccable presentation, have an excellent personal manner, superior communications skills, and radiate a confident enthusiastic nature.
TECHNICAL AND ACADEMIC DATA