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ASSASSIN (PC Version 1.10) and all instructions are
Copyright 1990 - 1995 Kevin Macfarland ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.


ASSASSIN Docs  PART 1 ( Introduction )

       Lightning crackles through the the stormy skies, as screams are heard
in the distance.  War continues on between nobles, as they send their
soldiers and mercenaries to do their bidding, to gain more land and power.
The church watches quietly, patiently, waiting to take a chunk of the newly
won land.  Death covers the land, as another age of darkness approaches.
       Life is basically wretched for most.  They are not fulfilled, or not
even given enough to survive, most being the latter.  The standard of
life is worthless.  Many take second jobs as highwaymen, stealing from others
so that they can survive.  Others serve the war efforts, which proves only
slightly better, since most do not survive from skirmish to skirmish.  The
few survivors gain living wages.  A few elite warriors manage to make it
up the perilous ladder, only to lose their hard-won gains to a rival noble.
       There is a possible hope coming, which is known as magic, but some
believe this same life-restoring power is part of the problem.  A few smart
commoners have learned of another calling.  There is indeed need of people
to eliminate problems such as rival nobles, and power hungry clergy members.
Instead of fighting forces of insurmountable odds, they fight for the one
cause.  These wanted persons being Assassins...

       ASSASSIN is an online role-playing game that takes place in a time
similar to the dark ages, where assassins work to make their fortune.
       You, as a player, fight to gain experience, gold, and the control of
your own guild as you try to become the most powerful assassin in the city.
As the game progresses you will learn of other missions to complete.

       This program is SHAREWARE.  Therefore, if you enjoy it, compliment your
sysop on putting this game in their selection of door programs.  If you
don't like it, try it a couple more times, it may grow on you.


Quick Startup...

 The first screen after the Title screens looks like the following:

       ASSASSIN V. 1.10

       Scrolls and other Information

  1> Introduction and Starting Info      2> Details about the Assassin
  3> Places to go (and people to see)    4> Quick Help
  N> News of the City                    S> Scores of Assassins
  X> Exit to BBS

    Press appropriate key or hit RETURN to Enter ASSASSIN:


 Hit RETURN to play the game, or any of he other selections to get the
 appropriate information.


Creating a New Character...

      As you enter the game a man will approach you and ask if you have
      come to train.

    Answering NO will return you to the BBS.

    Answering YES will allow you to play the game, and go through the
        character creation process.

      If your sysop allows handles in game you will now be allowed to enter
    one (maximum of 20 letters).

      You will then be enrolled at the training grounds and given five
    training sessions to spend on the following skills:

    Light Weapons       \
    Heavy Weapons        > OFFENSIVE Skills
    Two Handed Weapons  /
    Blocking            \
    Slipping             > DEFENSIVE Skills
    Stealth             /
    Endurance           This increases your capability to take punishment

    All skills except stealth are usually used in combat situations,
      while stealth is a skill used throughout the game.

    New players to the game may wish to spend three sessions in ONE
      weapon skill and put the remaining two sessions in the defensive
      skills Slip and Block.

    As you progress through the game, your character will gain more training
      sessions in which to either hone the original or develop new skills.

      Now you will enter the actual city.

     Look around and explore, just be warned:

     Don't try an assassination until you get yourself a weapon and armour.

     Now here is where I shall leave you, to your own undoing... (Evil Grin)


BRIEF SUMMARY OF MAIN MENU COMMANDS

A) ASSASSINATE
      This command puts your assassin in the position to watch for a
    promising target, then strike.  If you are successful, you will
    gain experience, skill and money.  If not, you maybe lucky to escape
    with your life!!

B) BANK
      For your finacial needs the bank is here.  You can take out a loan,
    make a deposit to your account, check your current balances, as well
    as a few other interesting things.

G) GUILDS
      Guilds provide a fairly safe place to stay overnight, as well as
    opportunities to get paid for assassinations.  You can even begin
    recruiting the henchmen you will need later in the game.
      Each guild has different fees, but most usually go by an initiation fee
    which is paid to join, and a daily membership fee for all associated
    members of the guild.
      All new players are given a complimentary membership to the Master's
    Tavern.  This should be taken advantage of.  One advantage is that
    the job offerings provided give a good source of income rather than
    random asassination of passers by as in option 'A' which provides
    you with a rather small income.

I) INN
      After a hard day of assassinations and walking around the city, an
    assassin tends to get tired and worn out.  The Inn is here to serve
    your full needs for protection and privacy.  You can either nap to
    regain some lost endurance or spend the night and be well protected.
      Inns also provide a messenger service, along with the daily newspaper.

J) JAIL
      Take a look at all the Assassin's who've been caught in their illegal
    activities.  You can even BAIL them out!!

L) ALCHEMIST'S LABORATORY
      The lab is here for those that wish a speedy recovery after a
    long, grueling battle.  They currently are working on potions that
    will cause your system to heal quickly.  If you purchase a potion,
    you can either drink it there or take it along until you may really
    need it.  Be warned though, not all potions are beneficial.  Some can
    even be harmful.

O) OTHER ASSASSINS
      This will give you a list of all the living assassins that currently
    make their stay in the city and that you may encounter in the future.

P) PUB
      When you are hungry or thirsty, stop by the pub, it aims to please.
    You may also wish to indulge in listening to the rumors or by
    spreading a few of them.  For the really adventurous souls, try
    the All-night drinking challenge, definitely not for lightweights.

R) ROB SOMEONE
      If you need some money or weapons, you may prefer to steal it rather
    than fight for it or buy it.  Your methods are simple:
    Waylay an opponent, or Pick it from your opponent's holdings.
    Waylaying usually yields more than picking, but picking is far less
    dangerous.

S) SHOPPES
      More than likely you will visit here a good few times.  There are many
    places to shop, to satisfy many needs.  Window shopping is acceptable
    however stealing is quite punishable.

T) TRAINING GROUNDS
      Here's where you begin and should visit often during the game.  The
    training grounds offer courses in offensive and defensive skills by
    using your accumulated skill points for training sessions.

W) ALLEY
      The alley is where you will find other assassins that may wish or
    are forced to stay overnight.  You can challenge anyone that is
    there, and success usually yields the money they happen to carried
    with them.

Z) STATUS
      This will give you a list of your assassin's attributes including
    money, experience, skills, armour, weapons, and items.

X) EXIT THE GAME
      This is a quick way to exit the game instead of going to where you
    wish to stay the night.  This will leave you in the alley until you
    get back to the game.