The Tablets are documents of present day setting which are scattered in the 4 floors of Abstergo Entertainment. They are emails in which Melany Lemay discusses various projects with several employees of the company.
You come highly recommended and I'm thrilled to have you in our studio. I'm putting you to work on a special project for me.
Your project is Arno Dorian. His story takes place during the French Revolution! I want you to explore every avenue of his life that you can.
The goal is to have a new blockbuster to present to Abstergo brass next year. As such, this is SUPER classified.
Your direct supervisor will be Aiden St. Claire (CC'ed). You can only discuss the project with Aiden or myself. As you'll be probably logging some overtime in your Animus, I've added a mandatory weekly meeting with our psychiatrist Dr. Bibeau (cc'ed) to make sure you're not suffering from any Bleeding Effect.
Welcome to Abstergo Entertainment! Don't let me down. :)
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 02
LOCATION: Floor 15 - CCO
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 07 Jul 2014
Subject: The Tragedy of Jacques de Molay
Hey, I just read the final text for the first episode:
"Last of the heroic Knignts Templar, Jaques the Molay was a man of principle, a towering intellect betrayed by the man he trusted most -- the corrupt King of France."
LOVE it. And I think our users are going to love it too! This is going to be the crown jewel of our Helix launch in the fall!
Great job everyone!
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 03
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: M.-O. Boudreault
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 09 Jul 2014
Subject: History’s Hitmen Altair
Hi M-O!
I understand your concerns, given that w already passed on several of these historical figures in previous market analyses. Having said that, I think we can use a lot of these data to present these people not as fictional action heroes, but as the focus of historical documentaries.
After a few interations, we’ve come up with this as our best angle:
“Amid the chaos of th Crusades, one man’s moral transgression tower above all others. Experience firsthand what it means to be remorseless killing machine in an age of philosophical turmoil.”
These could in a series, something like “History’s Hitmen”? haha, that’s turbo lame, but you get the idea. Or they could be standalone. Maybe this one can be “Murder in the Levant” or something like that.
We’re going to commission a few features using these controversial figures for Helix’s launch. Let’s see how they do and then we’ll discuss continuing the series or trying something else.
Thanks for your honest feedback, it’s always appreciated.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 04
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: M.-O. Boudreault
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 16 Jul 2014
Subject: Ezio
Hi M-O!
I agree that Ezio's shady character makes him unsuitable for a leading role. So maybe we can take him out altogether and create a virtual tourism feature?
Something like:
"Travel to italian Renaissance for a taste of good wine, free thoughts, and filthy hearts as Abstergo Entertainment shows you the true meaning of enlightenment. Attend wild parties, witness spectacles unseen for 500 years and rub elbows with the most famouus nerd the world has ever known, Leonardo da Vinci."
I'm also considering a series focusing on some notable serial killers of history. Ezio certainly qualifies. Anyway, have a think and let me know what you come up with!
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 05
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: M.-O. Boudreault
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 19 Jul 2014
Subject: Connor
Hi M-O!
I think we should focus on George Washington, rather than Connor. “Washington and the Wolf” has a nice ring to it.
“Take part in the unlikely friendship between America’s most revered hero, General George Washington, and a sullen Mohawk native named Connor -- a stirring tale of violence, revenge and betrayal set during the earliest years of the American Revolution,”
George Washington, we can franchise. I don’t know that we’d get more than one feature out Connor. Plus, don’t even get me started on his wife or the way he died. What a mess.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 06
LOCATION: Floor 15 - CCO
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 21 Jul 2014
Subject: Haytham Kenway
Just to keep you in the loop, I heard back from editorial this morning. The story itself is untouched, but this is going to be the menu text for the Haytham Kenway feature:
“Devoted patriot, celebrated scholar, loving father. Exclusive to Helix, witness the rise and martyrdom of one of the American Revolution’s least known heroes. A Helix exclusive!”
I think it fits perfectly with the title you’ve chosen, “The Lone Eagle”. Haytham is going to appeal to a wide audience, and his story is going to definitely give people a bad case of “THE FEELS” as those internet kids like to say.
Oh my God I’m old, aren’t I?
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 07
LOCATION: Floor 1 - Lobby
To: Christopher Darby
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 27 Jul 2014
Subject: Edward Kenway
We have Devils of the Caribbean taken from is genetic memories. But I think we can do more. Is there a way we can spin a cautionary tale around his actual life?
Alternatively, do we know anything about his life once he returned to England? I know his family had a big mansion in London somewhere. Is it still standing?
I don’t want to give the impression that the studio is just reusing the same genetic memories over and over. So while I want to recycle assets to save money, the experience has to be totally fresh.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 09
LOCATION: Floor 1 - Lobby
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 04 Aug 2014
Subject: Robert de Sable
I’m starting to have second thoughts about doing a feature on Robert de Sable. While he was a great leader, I just don’t know that there’s anything about a knight that faught and died during the Crusades that makes him stand out.
I’m wondering if we can leave him aside for now, and focus on Madeleine de L’Isle? A successful business woman in pre-colonial Louisiana is more of a feel-good success story.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 09
LOCATION: Floor 1 - Lobby
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 04 Aug 2014
Subject: Robert de Sable
I’m starting to have second thoughts about doing a feature on Robert de Sable. While he was a great leader, I just don’t know that there’s anything about a knight that faught and died during the Crusades that makes him stand out.
I’m wondering if we can leave him aside for now, and focus on Madeleine de L’Isle? A successful business woman in pre-colonial Louisiana is more of a feel-good success story.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 10
LOCATION: Floor 1 - Lobby
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 05 Aug 2014
Subject: Triumph of the Borgias
I think focusing on his dysfunctional family life is the wrong track to take. I’ve modified your initial pitch, and I would suggest going for something like this:
“Rodrigo Borgia’s quest to reform the irrational excesses and corruption of the Catholic Church from its highest office -- the Papacy. Experience firsthand his rise, his reforms, and his unlikely death.”
The program itself is top notch, though. Great work!
Give my best to your team! :)
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 11
LOCATION: Floor B - Servers
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 10 Aug 2014
Subject: Cesare Borgia
Hi,
After looking over the footage that you presented, I’ve decided that rather than dedicate an entire feature to the loathsome Cesare Borgia, we’ll use it to add some spice and conflict to the existing Rodrigo Borgia piece.
Cesare is just too much of an asshole to have his own show!
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 12
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: Jean-Francois Brunet
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 17 Aug 2014
Subject: Laureano Torres
I don’t know how to say this politely, so please don’t think this is anything personal or a reflection of you or your work. You’re a star!
But.
I think doing an entire virtual feature about Laureano Torres is the single most boring pitch that’s ever come across my desk.
Sorry! : (
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 13
LOCATION: Floor 1 - Lobby
To: Philippe Chartrand
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 21 Aug 2014
Subject: Giovanni Borgia
So, if I’m reading your reports properly, you’re saying Giovanni Borgia was born deformed, miraculously survived, but frequently hallucinated about past lives and associated with some of the biggest occultists f the Renaissance?
That’s AMAZING!
Our last supernatural movie, “They walk among us”, was met with really mediocre reviews.
If we can use these genetic memories to start a new occult thriller franchise, we might be able to win back some of those disgruntled fans!
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 14
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: Ajay Rana
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 24 Aug 2014
Subject: Dvija A.I.
Hello Ajay!
It's looking like we'll be able to use Animus tech to create a digital version of Monima Das to finish production of Dvija A.I.
My condolences again to your resilient cast and crew. If nothing else, we'll be able to give Monima the glamorous send-off she deserves!
When it's done, I'd like to talk about using MySore Tech to remaster other traditional forms of entertainment (concerts or sporting events, for example) into fully immersive Animus experiences.
Best,
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 15
LOCATION: Floor 15 - CCO
To: Kama Neron
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 25 Aug 2014
Subject: Shao Jun
We first got a glimpse of Shao Jun while in the Ezio Auditore section of Sample 17. With so much demand for “Strong Female Characters” right now, do you think we can focus some R&D into finding her genetic material?
There is some evidence connecting her to the Jiajing Emperor, who by all historical accounts, was a cruel jackass. Great villain potential. If memory serves, I think there was also a Mongol invasion around that time.
There is a lot of potential for a great new action franchise.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 16
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: Philippe Chartrand
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 01 Sep 2014
Subject: Fiora Cavazza
Hey Philippe,
You’re getting great data from Fiora Cavazza, but I just want to chime in now, adnd say that I don’t want to focus too much on her early life as a courtesan in the Rosa in Fiore. Rather, I want to focus on the intrigue and tension when she betrayes her gang.
I cannot stress enough how much I do not want Fiora to be perceived as a over-sexualized object, but rather as a cunning spy, who has to make difficult choices to overcame life-threatening ostacles.
I’m going to be on your ass about this, so always err on the side of good taste.
I believe in you!
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 17
LOCATION: Floor B - Servers
To: Kloe Lesney
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 08 Sep 2014
Subject: Nikolai Orelov
I like this take a lot!
“A psychotic Russia terrorist meddles in the affairs of a once proud monarchy. Now, for the first time in history learn the truth about Russia’s swift and brutal descent in to anarchy and chaos at the genesis of the 20th century. “
I am not sure about “White Death” as a name though. “Radical Reds?” “The Fall?” Haha, I suck at naming, but I think we need to sit down and hammer out a final title.
Coffee soon?
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 18
LOCATION: Floor 1 - Lobby
To: Philippe Chartrand
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 10 Sep 2014
Subject: Kyros of Zarax
I thought the fad would die out, but big budget historical epics are still a thing. I think it's time abstergo Entertainment showed everyone how it's really done.
A quick glance through some DDS files brought up the name of Kyros of Zarax. He was a renowned athlete, but also studied with Pythagoras. That's a well-educated slice of beefcake right there.
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 19
LOCATION: 2nd Floor - Helix Research
To: Jennifer Tam
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 17 Sep 2014
Subject: Animus combat sports
Hey you!
Remember when you said you wanted to see MMA events through an Animus? IIRC, what you “actually” said was “I want a cage-side seat to bathe in their man sweat” :p
Well, I took that idea to heart, and we’re working with our partners at MySore Tech in India to remaster some traditional entertainment as virtual features. We’re going to have concerts and histrorical tourism, but I made sure we got some combat sports, just for you, my dear.
We’re going to have a series called “The Best of Tomedo de Caombate”, Brazil’s biggest promotion. Their CEO was a bit of a dick, but the Abstergo name carries a lot of weight, so that definitely helped us out. :)
Volume 1 is going to include fighters like Guillherme Venancio, Erend Schut, and Luis Otavio Duris! Means nothing to me, but I hope you’re excited!
M.L.
TABLET DOCUMENT 20
LOCATION: Floor B - Servers
To: Evan Dean
From: Melanie Lemay
Date: 29 Sep 2014
Subject: Conspiracies
Hi Evan,
I want to diversify our programming a bit and attract a big of the fringe element in terms of customer base.
With that in mind, I thought a new series focused on crazy conspiracy shit might be right up your alley.
A few subjects to focus on:
Hermeticists
The Lost Civilization of Lemuria
Miracles in the Bible
Planetary consciousness
The Singularity
I’d like to see if we can get some big celebrities to narrate these things. Now, at first glance, they’ probably balk at the subject matter, but I bet if we feed them the script in chunks that are out of order, we can easily manipulate them into thinking they are participating in a proper science documentary.
Go nuts!
M.L.
When the player finds the 20 tablets, the game will unlock a final file that says:
"A painting of a remote area with a marked spot. Someone wanted to remember this location."
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