Once Awake/Transcript

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This page contains transmissions done throughout the questline.

Introduction[]

Disturbing Intel

Tenno,

We have intercepted and partially decrypted a disturbing Grineer communication. A Grineer doctor by the name of Tengus claims to have uncovered some sort of new bio weapon. We have few details but the message originated out of M Prime.

You need to go there and investigate.

—The Lotus

Investigate the Bio Weapon (M Prime, Mercury)[]

Lotus: "I've identified several vulnerable data consoles on this base. Find them and hack in. We need to know the nature of their new bioweapon." (download, history)
Male Grineer: "The Tenno! Keep them away from the specimens." (download, history)
Female Grineer: "Destroy them. Doctor Tengus demands absolute secrecy." (download, history)
Lotus: "My scans are not detecting any known bio-chemical agents. What are they doing down here?" (download, history)

After Hacking Second Data Vault[]

(Infested units appear and start attacking Grineer and Tenno)

After Hacking Third Data Vault[]

On Orbiter[]

Lotus: "Tenno, we have an emergency situation developing. It's more Infested. Get to the node I've marked on your navigation console." (download, history)

Exterminate an Infestation (Terminus, Mercury)[]

Lotus: "This Grineer ship tried to flee the Infestation but was quickly overrun. Exterminate everything onboard before it reaches a more populated sector." (download, history)

Lotus: "The Grineer may have thought they could toy around with the Infested, but they are quickly learning how wrong they were." (download, history)

Lotus: "The Infestation predates the Orokin Era, with records of outbreaks dating back to before the Radiation Wars. We must prevent a new outbreak."

On Orbiter[]

We will use this to our advantage

Tenno,

This is from one of Doctor Tengus' reports:

"The additional test Marines have arrived. The specimens tore through the previous batch much faster than expected. It should be noted that Marines who survived the longest were using fire-based weapons."

The Infested are vulnerable to fire. I have sent a fire damage mod for you to install on your melee weapon. It should aid you in your coming mission.

—The Lotus

(Attachment: Molten Impact)

Ordis: "I must say, these Infested --scare the-- are very worrisome." (download, history)

Ordis: "The Lotus would like you to install that mod as soon as --NOW!--" (download, history)

Ordis: "You must install that new mod before you can attempt your next objective. Proceed to the arsenal at once." (download, history)

Cascade Bomb (Lares, Mercury)[]

Lotus: "We are going to attempt to use a Cascade Bomb to destroy all traces of Infested here. The bomb will take time to arm. Protect it until it's ready for detonation." (download, history)

After Wave 1[]

Lotus: "These creatures appear to be mindless monsters, but they know we're up to something and they're trying to stop it." (download, history)

After Wave 3[]

Lotus: "When this Cascade Bomb goes off, a wave of Void energy will tear through the complex, ripping the life force from all organic matter but leaving the structure intact. It's our only chance to stop this scourge before it starts." (download, history)

After Wave 6[]

Lotus: "The bomb is almost armed. You just have to hold out a little bit longer." (download, history)

After Wave 8[]

Lotus: "The bomb is armed. I'm extracting you now. Good job, Tenno." (download, history)

Aftermath[]

Infestation Eradicated

You have done well to contain the Infested outbreak, but I am troubled. Dr. Tengus was but one of many reckless Grineer eager to gain favor with his queens.

We have also received a message from Saya. I suspect it relates to these troubling events:

"Recently I have been plagued by strange visions of the Infestation. They are warnings from Koumei herself. I am sure of it.

Kruna metta, come see me in Cetus. Together, we can overcome a terrible fate.

Be well."

The Lotus

(Attachment: Heat Sword Blueprint)

INTERCEPTED MESSAGE: Quarantine Disrupted

My Queens,

It is my shame to report that Tenno interference has caused a breach of our Infested testing lab on M Prime. Acting immediately, I ordered the destruction of the facility, which has contained the outbreak. Tragically, I believe the Tenno have stolen spores with the intent to use the plague against us.

I will act at once to develop a countermeasure, I will not allow this unethical behavior by the Tenno to threaten our glorious cause.

For the Queens,

Doctor Tengus

Archived[]

Lines that were removed/altered prior to Update 37.0 (2024-10-02).

Lotus: "We thought the Infested died off with the Orokin. For hundreds of years there was nothing, now this. Where did the Grineer find these creatures?" (download, history)

Infestation Eradicated

Tenno,

The Cascade explosion worked and the asteroid has been purged of infestation, but I'm afraid this new threat cannot be so easily contained. Doctor Tengus' experiments with this plague are grossly irresponsible and have threatened the entire system. All that is needed is an infected ship to reach a populated area and we'll be unable to contain its spread. There's no controlling it; the Grineer will be in just as much peril as we are.

To prepare you for this new fight, I have sent you something that should prove effective against this menace. Let us hope you will not need to use it.

—The Lotus

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