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Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII    -   Mail FAQ
By Mason Rhudy, User Name: _Mace_
E-mail: scratchgamer@hotmail.com
FAQ started 4/22/08
Version: 1.0
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SPOILER WARNING
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You only get one.
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1) Legal stuff
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Given the nature of this FAQ, I allow any site who wishes to host it to do so,
but there are a few conditions.
-I will only manually update the FAQ on GameFAQs, other site should be
responsible for hosting the latest version.
-No site is to alter any of the information in this guide.
-This isn't a gigantic walkthrough or anything, but it's still my work, I
deserve the credit for it along with anyone I credit at the end.
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2) Version History
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Version 1.0 - Legal, intro, all Mail recorded into FAQ.
Next update - More specific "received" info (if made available).
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3) Introduction
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Pretty simple premise here.  I've taken the liberty of recording the info
found in Zack's mailbox in this FAQ. Similar to a Game Script FAQ, this does
not offer any new information, but it allows information to be easily
researched for any given reason.  The mail Zack receives throughout the game
allows for a greater insight about Shinra, Zack's friends, and even about
things taking place in the storyline.  Considering that SE crammed the UMD
almost to the brim and there wasn't a whole lot more room for extra scenes
or more conversation between characters, I think the Mail was a great feature
to include in the game.
Anyway, here it is!
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4) You've got mail!
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Mail Zack receives is placed into a folder after it has been read.  I'll be
dividing up the mail into those same categories to make it easier when
searching for a specific piece of mail, it also helps to keep things organized.
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Subject:  Congrats on your first mail!
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Kunsel here.
Now that you've got your mail account ready,
allow me, your loyal and well-connected pal,
to give you lots of insider info.  Why?  Because
I'm such a nice guy...and I know you and your
one-track mind don't know what I know!
Received: During Mail tutorial before Zack is sent to Wutai.
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Subject:  What I think about Angeal
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: It seems every SOLDIER 1st Class has a quirk
or three, but I think Angeal has a lot of
common sense and is a trustworthy fellow.
Let's face it: Genesis never found group
activities appealing, so Angeal is, in fact,
the spiritual leader of SOLDIER.
I've got a lot of respect for him, too.
And I envy you for getting to work with him
so often.
Received: After the scene in which Zack first meets Tseng.
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Subject:  Mmmm... Apples
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: You got an assignment in Banora, right?
How is the place?
I hear there are a lot of Shinra people there.
Apparently, the village's main source of income is the
production and processing of apples.  The rest of their
budget is made up of subsidies from Shinra.
Now, why would Shinra care about such a tiny village?
Could it have something to do with mako?  Or...
There's gotta be something fishy going on there.
I'm gonna look into it.
Received: Shortly after Zack and Tseng land in Banora.
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Subject:  Angel in white?
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Have you seen a guy wearing a white coat and
glasses, with dark hair and a ponytail?
That's Hojo, head of the Science Department.
He rose to the top when he established the method
of using Jenova cells to create SOLDIER operatives.
It was more than 20 years ago that scientists vying
for the top spot apparently had a mudslinging feud.
Hojo is in the training room now.
I wonder what he could be studying...
Maybe I'll sneak into the training room later.
Received: After Zack returns from Banora (Chapter 4).
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Subject:  Went to see LOVELESS
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Genesis, K.I.A?
Yeah, right.  Who do they think they're trying to fool?
Just got back from seeing the stage production of
LOVELESS in Midgar.  Genesis was a big fan, wasn't he?
I usually don't care for classic drama, but it was pretty
damned good.  The guy is the hero in the original, but
the play was more from the viewpoint of the girl who
helps the guy.  When I heard that last line:
"Of course... I'll come back to you.  Even if you don't
promise to wait.  I'll return knowing that you'll be here."
Aw, man, that's when I lost it and just started bawling.
Received: Shortly after Zack is promoted to 1st Class
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Subject:  Hollander's T-shirt
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: It seems Hollander's favorite T-shirt is the one
with a logo of Banora's famous canned apples.
Can a guy love apples that much?
Or do you suppose he has other ties to Banora?
Apparently, with all the confidential information
they handle, guys in the Science Department
aren't allowed to leave the company even if they
screw up or lose out in the rat race, and that puts
them under a lot of stress.  Maybe Hollander's
T-shirt helps him relieve some of that, huh?
Received: After entering Sector 5 Slum for the first time.
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Subject:  Sephiroth's whereabouts
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: You were complaining about not being able to get
in touch with Sephiroth, but he's in the data room.
It looks like he's going through all the research papers
on a series of experiments called "Project G," as well
as other experiments conducted around the same time.
But Project G took place over 20 years ago, and
Hollander has taken some of the data with him.
I even hear that the really important data isn't
even here, but hidden away in some other place.
I don't know if anyone is ever going to understand
the full scope of those experiments.
Received: Beginning of Chapter 6
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Subject:  From Luxiere
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From:     Luxiere
Contents: Hello Zack!
I'm Luxiere, SOLDIER 2nd Class.
We just met on the SOLDIER floor.
I'm the one who told you about Sephiroth.
I just wanted to say that I have a lot of respect for you.
Your strength in spirit comes through in the
way you never seem to lose your smile, and that's
why I want to assist you in any way I can.
Since you're always on the go, I thought you might
like to be filled in on the goings-on in Midgar!
Received: Just before meeting Aerith at the church in Chapter 6.
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Subject:  Snowy village
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: So now you're in Modeoheim, eh?
Isn't that near Icicle Inn, the permafrost area?
It must be freezing cold out there!
That area was once a candidate for mako excavation,
when it was abuzz with construction workers and
scientists around the Shinra facility.
But after the plans for a mako reactor were canned,
the village was deserted.  That is, until reports of
disturbing activity started popping up recently.
The seclusion and harshness of the environment must
make it a convenient location for anti-Shinra groups.
Received: After Zack enters Modeoheim.
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Subject:  Simultaneous attacks
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Zack, where are you?
SOLDIER operatives are being sent out because
we're getting attacked from all over the place.
I'm on a chopper myself, on my way to an assignment.
You were on vacation, weren't you?
Did it get cut short?
These recent attacks may spell real trouble for us.
What's worse, the chain of command is in shambles
since Director Lazard suddenly disappeared.
Nobody seems to know where anyone is!
Received: During the attack on Junon, second area.
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Subject:  How was your vacation?
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Haven't arrived at my post yet.
Could the director's absence be having this much
of an impact on the operation's lack of finesse?
By the way, how was the beach?
You looked awfully stressed out before you went.
Did the waves and the sun help ya at all?
Received: After defeating General's Tank in Junon
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Subject:  Your words
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From:     Luxiere
Contents: SOLDIER members are being deployed in response to
the simultaneous attacks that have been hitting
everywhere.
I'm mailing you from the helicopter that's taking
me to my assignment.
By the way, I just heard about what you told the rookies
on your first mission after you changed your hairdo.
"Embrace your dreams.  And, whatever happens,
protect your SOLDIER honor."
...I was so moved when I heard this,
it's been my personal motto ever since.
I'm following you until the end, Zack!
Received: After defeating General's Tank in Junon
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Subject:  I see everything
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Hmmm, I wonder where you might be.
Wait, let me guess...
You're hanging out with that Aerith girl again,
aren't you?
I bet you're wondering how I got that information.
See, I know everything about you,
even if you never tell me anything.
In other words, it's no use keeping secrets from me,
because I know how to get information.
So talk to me, Zack.  You can tell me anything.
Tell me about all the things that are wearing you down.
Received: Beginning of Chapter 8, in the church.
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Subject:  Falling apart
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Those copies Hollander made that attacked Shinra...
Did you know that Director Lazard financed Hollander
with money he embezzled from the company?
Seems revenge against the company was
the motivation for both of them.
I can understand Hollander wanting revenge, but why would Lazard?
He climbed up the ladder while he was still young.  And he was
always a decent guy.  What could he have had against the company?
I do remember him writing about "ill blood" in one of his mails.
Speaking of climbing up, the president's son's already made
vice president.  You think Lazard was after the VP's chair?
Received: On the way to Sector 8 during flower wagon mission in Chapter 8.
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Subject:  Change in chain of command
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From:     Luxiere
Contents: Zack, where are you?
Have you heard that Director Lazard passed away?
He was such a good man... May he rest in peace.
I wonder what's going to become of
SOLDIER's chain of command?
I'm actually a little worried about the future.
Who do you think I should follow?
I think you, with your sunny disposition, would be the man
to look up to for leadership in these uncertain times.
I'm following you until the end, Zack!
Received: On the way to Sector 8 during the flower wagon mission in Chapter 8.
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Subject:  A message for you
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Working hard at your assignment, I assume.
I guess it was longer than we thought it would be.
I thought I'd look after Aerith while you were gone,
but the Turks were already there guarding her.
I don't know why.
Anyway, she says the tire came off her flower
wagon, and now the thing's useless.
I offered to fix it for her, but she refused.
She's waiting for you to come back and fix it,
so hurry up and get back here already.
Received: On the way to Shinra mansion after Zack wakes up in Nibelheim Inn.
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Subject:  Working with Sephiroth
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From:     Luxiere
Contents: Hello again, Zack!
I heard you were on an assignment with Sephiroth.
I remember you were trying to get in touch with him,
so I'm guessing you can finally talk to him now!
I also heard Sephiroth hand-picked you for this assignment.
With the main SOLDIER 1sts gone missing, and Sephiroth
not being the type to look after subordinates,
I'm thinking it's you who's gonna lead us.
You're moving up the chain!
And I'm following you until the end, Zack!
Received: After entering Shinra mansion in search of Sephiroth.
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Subject:  Tell me they're lying
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Got an announcement from General Affairs
that you were killed in action.
But those announcements are never true, are they?
Where are you?  What are you doing?
What did you have to do for the company
to reclassify yourself as a dead man?
Let me help you if you're in a jam.
Talk to me, I'll be waiting.
Received: After Zack and Cloud return to the Shinra mansion to rest before
leaving Nibelheim.
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Subject:  You can't fool me
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Zack, where could you possibly be?
Let me know if you're reading this.
You've gone missing since your mission with Sephiroth.
Do you have anything to do with Sephiroth being
killed in action?
I heard rumors about something going down in Nibelheim.
Are you there right now?
Received: After Zack and Cloud leave the Shinra mansion the second time, before
leaving Nibelheim for good.
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Subject:  I have a plan
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From:     Luxiere
Contents: Zack, how have you been all this time?
I was so worried about you!
Please tell me where you are.  I'll come and get you.
In fact, let's put on an act for everyone, okay?
If you let me catch you, it would score me a
promotion for sure.  Then with my newfound authority,
I might be able to spare your life.  Please, just tell
me where you are!
Received: Just before leaving Nibelheim during the escape.
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Subject:  Just as I thought
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: I hear two research samples have escaped from Nibelheim.
And might you be one of them, Zack?
If you are, watch your back, because now a whole
battalion of infantrymen has been called in.
They're coming after you in crazy numbers.
Man, what in the hell did you do to deserve this?
I don't care if you've made an enemy out of Shinra.
I'll always be waiting for you to come back.
Just make it back alive, buddy.  Promise me.
Received: Shortly after arriving at Gongaga.
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Subject:  A SOLDIER legend, so they say
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From:     Kunsel
Contents: Someone apparently took care of this thing that's
been on the back burner forever.  All the bigwigs
and everyone in SOLDIER are freaking out that
it's the return of the SOLDIER legend.
The source of the problem was apparently more powerful
than a summon.  Its materia reaction was so beyond measure,
the gauge started to smoke.  In fact, the materia power
was so intense that other monsters, and even robots,
became overloaded with mako and started going berserk.
Anyway, I was thinking...This SOLDIER legend...
Could everybody be talking about...YOU?
Received: After defeating Minerva
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Subject:  Midgar Construction Project
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: Midgar is a city floating approximately 50 meters in the air,
linked to the ground by train and highway transit.
We utilize a total of eight mako reactors, sequentially numbered
starting with the #1 northern reactor, to supply electricity to
the city.
Construction continues smoothly; Shinra Company Headquarters
and Sector 4 are the last on the schedule to be completed.
The headquarters interior in Sector 0 is complete and already
in operation.  The exterior is slated for completion in two years,
while the surrounding city will be finished in seven years.
Reeve Tuesti, Director of City Planning
Received: After Kunsel's mail tutorial before Zack is sent to Wutai.
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Subject:  Situation with Wutai
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: We have received reports from the Security and
SOLDIER departments on the state of war with Wutai.
We have been in negotiations with Wutai for years in
order to peacefully resolve the long dispute regarding
mako extraction in the region.  However, Wutai's steadfast
refusal has resulted in aggravated tensions.
In order to break through this impasse, we have decided
to resume military action.  A special attack force of the
smallest size has been mobilized to keep the scale of
operations to a minimum.
Received: After entering the Fort Tamblin courtyard in Wutai.
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Subject:  Personnel Announcement 0012
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: Official Personnel Announcement
Effective today, Rufus Shinra has been appointed to
Vice President and Corporate Officer.
Additionally, Rufus Shinra has departed on a
long-term business trip, the details of which cannot
be disclosed for security reasons.
Received: After entering LOVELESS Avenue in Sector 8.
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Subject:  President's declaration
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: We hereby declare the end of the war with Wutai.
Worthy of note is Sephiroth, SOLDIER 1st Class, whose
contributions were instrumental in bringing about a
peaceful resolution with a minimum of casualties.
The end of this war marks the beginning of distribution
and further development of mako throughout all regions.
The Shinra Company is dedicated to these goals and
will continue to achieve them by any means possible.
President Shinra
Received: Beginning of Chapter 4
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Subject:  Personnel Announcement 0103
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: This is an official notification of the change
in status for the following personnel.
Angeal Hewley - SOLDIER 1st Class:
Killed in action
Genesis Rhapsodos - SOLDIER 1st Class:
Killed in action
Received: After Zack is promoted to 1st Class.
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Subject:  Personnel Announcement 0104
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: Official Personnel Announcement
Effective today, Zack Fair has been promoted to
SOLDIER 1st Class
Received: Once you leave the church after Zack first meets Aerith.
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Subject:  Analysis of the Midgar attacks
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: The recent attacks came in two stages.
The first stage was the attack on headquarters and
the entire Midgar region.  Our forces were dispersed
to respond to these initial attacks.
The second stage consisted of additional attacks on
headquarters as we attempted to recover.
Although the damage dealt was costly, its overall
impact on company operations is minimal.
Heidegger, Director of Security
Received: Chapter 6, after speaking with Angeal on the way to Sector 5.
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Subject:  Personnel Announcement 0207
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: This is an official notification of the change
in status for the following personnel.
Lazard Deusericus - Director of SOLDIER:
Killed in action
Hollander - Science Department:
Killed in action
Received: After finding Used Tools on the ground outside of the church in
Chapter 8.
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Subject:  Space development report
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: Space Development Status Report
Shinra fully plans to establish the rocket engine
as the next step in industrial development.
Manned rocket Shinra #26 is in full production,
with a projected launch within a few years.
The proposed model for Shinra #26 is on display
in the Exhibit Room in the Shinra Building.
Development is proceeding steadily, and our pilot,
Cid Highwind, has begun training.
Received: After entering Shinra building for the first time in Chapter 8.
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Subject:  Analysis of the simultaneous attacks
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: We have determined that the simultaneous attacks on five
locations, including Junon and Costa Del Sol, were the
criminal acts of an anti-Shinra organization.
Their goal was to release a group of their own activists
in Shinra captivity, and display a show of force--
but thanks to the quick response by SOLDIER operatives,
the situation was quickly brought under control,
Even in Junon, the target of the heaviest attacks,
damage was kept to a minimum.
Received: Before Zack departs for Nibelheim
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Subject:  Budget Report
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: After exhaustive engineering by the Arms Development Department,
prototypes of the next generation of weapons are feature-complete
and being tested in the slums.  Once mass production becomes
feasible, it would enable us to lower human resource costs by
drastically cutting down on the number of personnel.  With high
expectations for these new weapons, we announce the following
changes to the budget:
[Security Department]
7 billion gil (Original: 10 billion gil)
[Arms Dev. Department]
11 billion gil (Original: 8 billion gil)
Received: Before Zack departs for Nibelheim
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Subject:  Personnel Announcement 0210
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From:     Shinra News
Contents: This is an official notification of the change
in status for the following personnel.
Sephiroth - SOLDIER 1st Class:
Killed in action
Zack Fair - SOLDIER 1st Class:
Killed in action
Two infantrymen were also killed in action.
Received: Shortly after Zack and Cloud wake up in the Shinra mansion, four
years after the incident with Sephiroth in the reactor.
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Subject:  SOLDIER responsibilities
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From:     Lazard
Contents: SOLDIER members, I thank you for your daily hard work.
As you all well know, a great number of our comrades
have left the company.
There is now some concern within the company whether
this will lead to a decline in SOLDIER's combat abilities.
However, we can also take this pressure as a chance to
prove how indispensable we are to the company by proving
our strength as a small but elite group.
I hope you take advantage of this mission, where we
will be bringing an end to the war with Wutai,
to do your best and prove yourselves.
Received: After Angeal tells Zack about dumbapples during the mission
in Wutai, before you reach the first save point.
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Subject:  Our new direction
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From:     Lazard
Contents: SOLDIER members, I thank you for your daily hard work.
Upon receiving a report on an unspeakably tragic incident,
I find myself thinking about parental bonds.
Just as happiness can be found in non-biological ties,
parent and child can be unhappy even if tied by blood.
The difference is whether or not there are feelings of
respect and appreciation.  Without them, "ill blood" is born.
Ill blood is prone to lead to tragedy, and
ill blood sometimes affects our missions.
While SOLDIER must always execute our missions quickly,
we must also focus on risk prevention in the future.
Received: Just before Zack and Tseng enter the warehouse in Banora.
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Subject:  At the end of war
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From:     Lazard
Contents: SOLDIER members, I thank you for your daily hard work.
The long war has finally come to an end, all thanks to
the heroic efforts by Sephiroth and everyone in SOLDIER.
However, the air around Shinra remains tense.
Threats from powerful armed forces and anti-Shinra
elements are too numerous to list.
We could deem these "distortions" born out of Shinra's
meteoric rise to glory.  And we, as members of Shinra,
must always face these distortions with integrity.
I hope you keep this in your hearts as you continue
in your duties.
Received: Beginning of Chapter 4
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Subject:  Children in the slums
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From:     Lazard
Contents: SOLDIER members, I thank you for your daily hard work.
On the ground, beneath our aerial city of Midgar
and in the shadow of its plates, lie the slums.
They also symbolize one of Shinra's "distortions."
There are reports of children forming gangs in the
harsh environment they call home.
To look away from this will surely cast a
large shadow on Shinra's future growth.
It is my hope that we members of SOLDIER
can rise up to address this "distortion."
Received: Shortly after Zack's wallet is stolen in Sector 5 marketplace
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Subject:  Shinra's shadows
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From:     Lazard
Contents: SOLDIER members, I thank you for your daily hard work.
Shinra's rapid growth has given birth to
"distortions" in many parts of the world.
They are Shinra's shadows--dark entities that the
president and the vice president must confront.
That, in turn, may define us as victims of
Shinra's shadows.
However, we, as employees of the Shinra Company,
must act with accountability.  And I trust that you
will do just that, even without my leadership.
Thank you, and good luck.
Received: Shortly after Zack enters Modeoheim.
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Subject:  I'll give you a hint
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From:     Cissnei
Contents: If you can't get these "fans" of yours
out of your head, I suggest you visit headquarters.
Whoever knows the most about company goings-on
just might know something about a few of them.
Makes sense, doesn't it?
Received: After speaking with Cissnei during the attack on Junon.
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Subject:  You're not busy, are you?
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From:     Cissnei
Contents: I guess SOLDIER is in a state of utter chaos
without Director Lazard.
It's certainly more than the president can handle,
so now he gives us Turks all the work.
Even just the other day, I had to cut my vacation short.
Well, the last one... I guess you know all
along that I was on assignment.  I'm sorry.
How are you doing these days?  Still smoldering, I bet.
Why don't you try the beach again?
You need to take a break once in a while
if you want to put in quality work.
Received: Beginning of Chapter 8, in the church.
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Subject:  I wanted to tell you
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From:     Cloud
Contents: We've been on a few missions together, and
there's something I've been meaning to tell you.
I was thinking about telling you once we were
in my hometown, but it's a little embarrassing,
so I'm going to write it out and send it to you.
The day you changed your hair, when you wished us rookies
good luck before our sortie--I'll never forget your words.
Remembering what you said that day gives me the courage
to stay strong.
So...thanks, Zack.
Received: Once you enter the Nibelheim Inn.
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Subject:  If you'd like...
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From:     Cloud
Contents: Hey, do you want to come over to my house?
I want yout to try Mom's cooking.
The thing is, I haven't been home yet since
I've been here.  I hadn't been able to make up
my mind about it, but I decided that I should
show my face...but going home alone is a bit
uncomfortable, so I was hoping you could join me.
Received: Once Zack wakes up in Nibelheim Inn after the events with Genesis
and Sephiroth in the Mt. Nibel reactor.
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Subject:  Is he all right?
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From:     Tifa
Contents: Is that guy all right?  I'm a little worried,
because it looked like he got hurt pretty bad.
I'm glad you were there.  Thank you, Zack.
I had heard of SOLDIER and how tough they are.
I hope we can talk a little bit more about SOLDIER
one of these days, because there's something I want
to ask you.
Received: Once Zack wakes up in Nibelheim Inn after the events with Genesis
and Sephiroth in the Mt. Nibel reactor.
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Subject:  When you come back
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From:     Cissnei
Contents: Are you in Nibelheim now?
I've got business in another freezing locale myself.
By the way, I couldn't help but notice that you were
reading LOVELESS while you were in Costa Del Sol.
That was Genesis's favorite work, wasn't it?
So have you finished it yet?  I bet you got bored
of it in the middle and just tossed it away.
But there's a stage production of
LOVELESS now playing in Midgar.  Let's go see it
when you get back.  Who knows?  It might just give
you the hint you're looking for.
Received: On the way to Shinra manor after Zack wakes up in Nibelheim Inn.
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Subject:  I can fight, too
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From:     Tifa
Contents: Sephiroth--I don't get him at all.
Is everyone in SOLDIER like him?  Oh, and
are there any blond guys in SOLDIER?  Well,
it's just a dream... Any girl would love to have a
blond SOLDIER guy protect her when she's in a pinch.
Well, it's no good just waiting for my
blond knight in shining armor to show up,
so I've started learning how to fight, myself.
My teacher tells me I've got a knack for it.
Received: On the way to Shinra manor after Zack wakes up in Nibelheim Inn.
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Subject:  Don't tell anyone
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From:     Tifa
Contents: I almost forgot.
Please don't tell anyone in SOLDIER that
I asked about the blond guy.  Okay?
Received: After reaching second floor of Shinra manor while searching for
Sephiroth.
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Subject:  Where are you?
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From:     Cloud
Contents: Zack! Where are you?
Sephiroth set the whole village on fire!!!
Tifa and her dad went chasing after him.
You've got to stop them!
Received: On the Mt. Nibel Trail after Sephiroth sets Nibelheim ablaze.
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Subject:  The last wonder
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From:     Wonder Hunter
Contents: Hey, big guy. It's been a long time. How are you?
Me and my mom ran away from the village when the fire spread.
But when we came back after a really long time, everything
in the village was back to normal! How could that be after
such a nasty fire? But I didn't know anybody there.
Fake people and fake buildings... It's all Shinra's fault,
isn't it? I hate them! But you were always nice to me,
so I left you a thank-you gift. There's a treasure
hidden somewhere in the village. I hope you find it.
I guess we never got around to finding all seven wonders...
But we can call the village itself the last wonder, can't we?
Received: Complete the Wonders of Nibelheim sidequest
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Subject:  The truth about SOLDIER A!
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From:     Reporter
Contents: Two SOLDIER operatives reported as K.I.A. were spotted
alive.  Both Genesis and Angeal were seen entering the
apple processing factory in Banora.  In fact, my source
tells me he saw MORE than one Genesis appearing--one
after another in succession.  Hollander of the Science
Department was also present.
One can assume that Genesis and Angeal are involved in
clandestine experiments taking place at the factory.
I have since lost contact with my source, and I
can only pray that he is safe.
Received: After letting the reporter in Sector 8 go.
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Subject:  Investigation reveals Shinra's lies!
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From:     Reporter
Contents: It seems that SOLDIER Director Lazard, who was recently
reported as killed in action, simply vanished instead.
Sources say Lazard has been embezzling company
money to fund Hollander's attack on Shinra.
It is also believed that Hollander, who was held
captive in Junon, has fled with Lazard's aid.
An investigation has revealed that both men have
held ill feelings toward Shinra.  This comes as a
great shock to the parties involved, as members of
SOLDIER have had the utmost confidence in Lazard.
Received: After entering LOVELESS district in Chapter 8.
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Subject:  Hot on the trail of the missing pod!
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From:     Reporter
Contents: I had received word of recent activity in Modeoheim.
The area was once a candidate for mako excavation,
but now it's nothing but a deserted village.
This reporter actually found a piece of equipment--
a pod, to be exact--used in the experiments.  When
I revisited the facility at a later date for a more
thorough investigation, the equipment was gone.
A full-scale effort to follow the pod's trail revealed
that it made a stop at Nibelheim before it was carried
to another location.
Received: On the way to Shinra manor after Zack wakes up in the Nibelheim Inn.
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Subject:  Links to dead SOLDIER operative!
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From:     Reporter
Contents: The recent string of destruction has thus far been
pinned on an anti-Shinra group, but new findings
point to Genesis--the SOLDIER operative who was supposedly
killed in action--as being tied to all of the incidents.
First of all, the targets were not limited to
Shinra facilities.  Additionally, all of the targeted
locations have clues indicating that the perpetrator
was searching for something.
Genesis is known to have been a devotee of LOVELESS;
some believe LOVELESS may hold the key to solving the
mysteries behind this violent string of events.
Received: Shortly after Zack and Cloud escape from the tubes in Shinra manor.
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Subject:  Flying SOLDIER man: Dead or alive?
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From:     Reporter
Contents: Unidentified flying objects are being reported from every
town and borough. Witness accounts point to several common
traits--and lead to the conclusion that it is, in fact, Angeal.
Angeal's death was thought to be certain after Zack had
inherited Angeal's Buster Sword, so what could these
sightings mean?
Have reports of the highly-regarded SOLDIER member's
death been greatly exaggerated--or, perhaps, has
Shinra perfected the technology of bringing back the dead!?
This reporter is committed to bringing you the truth,
no matter how sinister it may be.
Received: While Zack and Cloud are escaping from Shinra manor.
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Subject:  The village: What they're not telling!
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From:     Reporter
Contents: Sephiroth is reported as killed in action,
but there has been no word on how or where he died.
When our investigative team went to "N," the village
rumored to be where Sephiroth died, it was in an
abnormally heightened state of alert.
We were finally able to sneak in, only to be faced with
residents who seemed to know absolutely nothing about the
incident.  Their blank expressions did not indicate they
were lying, but the speech and accents indigenous to the
region were oddly missing.
What could these changes to the village signify?
Received: After leaving the Shinra mansion the second time during the escape,
just before leaving Nibelheim for good.
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Subject:  SOLDIER man too weak to fight dog!?
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From:     Reporter
Contents: Angeal sightings continue to pop up, but many
are suspect--such as the most recent one,
which claims he was taken down by a stray dog.
Assuming Shinra does have the technology to raise the
dead, is this technology actually reliable?  Or could
illness or injury be responsible for the SOLDIER
hero being subdued by a mangy mutt?
Or could these be nothing but groundless rumors?
This reporter shall stop at nothing to get to the
bottom of this mystery.
Received: Shortly after arriving at Gongaga.
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Subject:  Angeal Fan Club Newsletter 311
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From:     Keepers of Honor
Contents: Hello, fan club members!
Let's take another peek into Angeal's "unauthorized" profile!
Favorite hobby: Doting over dogs
The bigger the hassle, the cuter the dog.
Favorite read: "Famous Gardens Monthly"
A magazine on various flora, published by Shinra.
Now, isn't that just like the noble,
nature-loving man we all know and love?
That's all for this update.
We'll let you know when we have more to share with you!
Received: Immediately after joining the Angeal fanclub, the Keepers of Honor.
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Subject:  Angeal Fan Club Newsletter 312
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From:     Keepers of Honor
Contents: Hello, fan club members!
Let's take another peek into Angeal's "unauthorized" profile!
Most valued possession: His camera
A gift from his mother, he uses it to take shots of
the scenery whenever he goes on a mission.
Most valued skill: Cooking with leftovers
Self-catering is essential in frugal living.
Housewives in our readership should take note!
That's all for this update.
We'll let you know when we have more to share with you!
Received: After speaking with Angeal fan in Sector 8 after returning
from Banora.
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Subject:  Angeal Fan Club Newsletter 313
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From:     Keepers of Honor
Contents: Today's update features a conversation between Angeal and Genesis.
G: You'd better do something about those plants in your room.
A: Those plants represent nature. Some of us converse with
nature to hone our spirit and honor.
G: And some of us are getting bugs in our rooms because of those
blasted things.
A: Come on.  Don't you remember?  We used to have bugs in our
rooms all the time when we were kids.
G: That's why I hate them. And the past? It can stay there.
We're in Midgar.  We're not supposed to have nature here.
City-born Genesis, and nature-lover Angeal: so completely
different, yet friends all the same.
Received: Chapter 4
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Subject:  Angeal Fan Club Newsletter 314
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From:     Keepers of Honor
Contents: Dear fan club members:
We have some very sad news to share with you today.
We have decided to dissolve "Keepers of Honor" upon
receiving word that Angeal was killed in action.
We sincerely thank you for your membership.
Our last event as a fan club will be a memorial service
near the church, organized by club volunteers.
This will be an opportunity for us to gather one last
time and pray that he rests in peace.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Received: Once you reach the Street of Sector 5 Slums for the first time.
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Subject:  Sightings
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From:     Keepers of Honor
Contents: We continue to receive reports of Angeal sightings.
contained in this update is the most credible
information we can deliver to our former club members.
A large man believed to be Angeal was spotted in the
church near the slums.
Seen alongside him was a woman wearing a white
one-piece dress.
Could it be that our Angeal is seeking sanctuary
with a mysterious girl?
We wish he would show us that he is alive and well.
Received: While Zack and Cloud are escaping from Shinra manor.
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Subject:  Sightings: Continued
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From:     Keepers of Honor
Contents: Angeal sightings keep pouring in, but the previously
reported Angeal near the church turned out to be a
large animal with a pattern on its hide that looked
like Angeal.  The woman at the church tells us that she is
looking after the creature, which seems to have settled there.
Our latest credible source tells us that Angeal was
attacked by a pack of wild dogs.  Perhaps he is very weak,
but not at death's door yet...
Then again, it could be an entirely different person.
Stay tuned for updates!
Received: Shortly after arriving at Gongaga.
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Subject:  An invitation to LOVELESS
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From:     Study Group
Contents: LOVELESS on stage is as popular as ever.
This year's production retains the love story from
the female point of view, with the focus on
Acts II and III, as usual.  This interpretation features
additional scenes of the two friends, making it
closer to the original text.
Acts II and III of LOVELESS have become famous
thanks to the plays, but pundits agree that the
story's true value lies in Act IV.
Could this year's production make up for it?
Join us at the theatre as we decide for ourselves.
Received: After joining the Genesis Fanclub, the Study Group.
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Subject:  Genesis Fan Club Newsletter 666
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From:     Red Leather
Contents: This issue is for the newcomers to Red Leather.  As a welcome
gift, here is some basic information about Genesis.
Hobby: Reading.  He happened upon a copy of LOVELESS
in his parents' study.  It has been his favorite work
ever since.
Why he joined SOLDIER: The heroics of Sephiroth, who
is the same age as Genesis, inspired him to work for the
good of the world.
We will update you on any new information as it
becomes available.
Received: Immediately after joining the Genesis fanclub, Red Leather.
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Subject:  Genesis Fan Club Newsletter 667
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From:     Red Leather
Contents: We have received word that our dear Genesis has
been killed in action.
Though we still find this report hard to believe,
members are planning a get-together for one last
farewell at the foot of the bridge in Sector 8.
During the event, we will be selling apple jewelry,
created as an homage to Genesis.
Please buy the apple-shaped accessory, wear it,
and let us always feel Genesis inside our hearts.