Front Lines Communications

Over the last six months, Project: Ascension have led research into the cause of atavism. On behalf of the talented group of researchers who worked tirelessly on this project, I would like to announce our findings.

We have identified and isolated the gene that causes atavism in humans. That is to say, atavism is genetic and therefore passed down the genetic line. It lies dormant within human DNA until activation. How much of the population has the potential for atavism is currently unclear.

If the potential for atavism is never activated, the gene is still carried. This means the children of atavists or those with the atavism gene are more likely to carry it than those who do not.

Furthermore, two atavists of blood relation are more likely to have related abilities. This can be attributed to similar patterns in the sequence of their DNA. It is not certain, and the connection may not be obvious, but extensive research has identified clear links.

These findings would not have been possible if not for the residents of New York, atavist volunteers who came forward to take part in testing. Their time and assistance is of great value. Project: Ascension are proud to work with our fellow atavists, and we are pleased to be able to share this information with you as we move closer to unlocking some of the mysteries of atavism.

More research must be done, and Project: Ascension will endeavour to inform the public of updates as soon as possible.

More details will be published in a paper shortly.

[Mentees]

[...] I’ll keep this short, now the dust has settled. This is a difficult time for everyone. I want you to know if you need to talk, I will make myself available. If you need anything, I will do what I can to make it happen. You became agents to help people, and we will continue to do that as best we can in the circumstances.

And if none of these things will be helpful, there is a stocked drinks cabinet at my GI apartment. Just ask for the key. May as well drink it at some point.

[Mae]

How are you?

[Gordon]

Hello.

[...]If you have told the people that you care about about your atavism, I hope it has gone well. Or at least, you have gotten what you need from it.

If you haven’t, and have no plans to, that decision is your own. Nobody should be permitted to take that from you. Not even the government Seek the help and support you need to. There aren’t many of us, in a broader sense of population. This is new ground. [...] This is the time to come together and help each other however we can.

And this is from a fellow atavist. Not Project: Ascension.

[Project: Ascension]

I'll keep this brief. Agents Elliot Conley, Neron Decorso, Dionisio Pérez, Annette Russo and Parvaneh Shahidi are currently in what appears to be a coma, and are under observation in the infirmary. We are monitoring their conditions and will update you further when information arises.

We have identified the suspected cause of the incident in Times Square and it has been isolated.

[...] The President of the United States has announced to fucking everyone atavism to the national news. We will update you further, again, as soon as we can.

Due to the nature of these incidents I must remind you that all information contained within these filters is classified. There may be reporters who try to speak to you after the president's statement. Do not engage.

From a medical standpoint, check in as soon as you can if you have not already seen us. A list of casualties will be provided when we get a moment to breathe.

[Project: Ascension Leadership]

Pardon my language. What the fuck is the president doing? Someone put together a better statement than above.

[Project: Ascension Medical]

Hang in there. We're over the worst. I'll head to Chrysler Building soon for a full report, currently on GI.

[...] Attention atavists, a message from P:A medical; if you need help, contact us. I can't stress it enough. Contact Project: Ascension should you need our help, we are not asking questions today, it's what we're here for.

[Parvaneh]
I slept. [...] Once all patients are completely stable and we anticipate no more issues, I'm going to take a few days leave, if that would be acceptable. Going to Chicago.

[P:A]
To update: visitors to the medbay will be accepted for patients, but remember this is a working hospital of sorts and only three people visitors to a bed at a time. Set up a rota. Any questions, I'll be in my office or around.

[Medical]
If you need to take a break, take a break, please.

We have a new starter beginning in two weeks. Gordon will introduce you when he joins us.

[icly in separate places]

[MAL Darknet: Filtered to Leadership]

My sister (Mae) has been atavized. We're en route to Governor's Island. Discretion would be appreciated.

[Texts]

To: Karo
From: Dax

[1] Mae's been atavized. We're on our way there.
[2] Stay away from her.


[later]
To: Peyton
From: Dax

[1] I'm sorry our talk will have to wait.
[2] Just let yourself in.

[Kincaid]
I have a potential recruit. She's expressed an interest at least. Her name is Audra Livingston, she's a medical examiner, and if possible I would like her on my team.

[Dax]
so your ex is
peyton is
Correct me if I'm wrong, and I could be, but was that Peyton Russo, new atavist, an ex of yours?

It is currently Majówka in Poland. Despite the fact my parents have lived in this country for over thirty years and have been retired for a few years now, they still insist on celebrating this holiday and taking a vacation. So I am getting selfies from New Orleans from my elderly parents, because my nephews thought it was a good idea to first purchase and then to teach them how to use smartphones. I don't think they know what they've done. This was a terrible mistake.

Does anyone know how to let them down gently that one picture is enough?

Does anyone have any recommendations for a crafts project for people who aren't artistic? I'm determined to do at least one, but I am apparently terrible at knitting, scrapbooking, cross-stitch and anything involving a hot glue gun.

I also have quite a lot of craft supplies to give away, if anybody would like them.

[ACHIEVING INNER PEACE & EMERGENCY FIRST AID]

Achieving Inner Peace: Tomorrow night, as mentioned previously by email. Let me know if your address was taken incorrectly, and whether that time is difficult for you. Bring something to class that makes you happy (legal, appropriate, you're adults and I shouldn't need to tell you this).

Emergency First Aid: You don't get a choice on times or dates, apologies, but this is a working infirmary. Saturday morning, wear clothes you don't mind ruining this week.

I hope it's rewarding for you.

[MENTEES - Kaya, Christian]

What classes are you both taking?

Kaya, stop by the infirmary at some point. Christian, I see you enough, I know you're alive.

[P:A]
A number of things:

Snoring in meetings is an irritant. Animal noises are worse. Use the coffee machine and pay attention or get more sleep.
If you insist on smoking, I am obliged to direct you to pamphlets on how to quit.
Rocks floating past my office door can be deeply unnerving without warning.
Baiting your fellow agents for violence in an attempt to steal powers is neither big nor clever.
If someone could go on a Sephora run on the mainland, it would be appreciated. Allegedly if you order in store I will get free shipping.

Thank you.