games-pc independence war 2-edge of chaos User Manual
EPILEPSY WARNING
A very small percentage of individuals may experience
epileptic seizures when exposed to certain light patterns
or flashing lights. Exposure to certain light patterns
of backgrounds on television screens while playing computer games
may induce an epileptic seizure in these individuals.
Certain conditions may induce undetected epileptic symptoms
in persons who have no history of prior seizures of epilepsy.
If you or anyone in your family has an epileptic condition,
consult your doctor prior to playing.
If you experience any of the following symptoms while
playing a computer game: dizziness, altered vision, eye
or muscle twitches, loss of awareness, disorientation,
any involuntary movement, or convulsions
– IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your doctor.
PACK CONTENTS
• 2 CD ROM Disks
• This Manual
• Edge of Chaos Control Guide
• Registration Card
• This Manual
• Edge of Chaos Control Guide
• Registration Card
CAUTION
Mishandling can damage the CD-ROMs that hold
INDEPENDENCE WAR 2: Edge of Chaos.
Please remember to fill in the questions on your registration card and return it.
The information will help us in developing future games you want to see.
Thank you.
INDEPENDENCE WAR 2: Edge of Chaos.
Please remember to fill in the questions on your registration card and return it.
The information will help us in developing future games you want to see.
Thank you.
QUERIES
If you should find either the program or the documentation
unsatisfactory in some way, please write and let us know.
unsatisfactory in some way, please write and let us know.
EDGE OF CHAOS On The Internet
To keep informed with all things related to the INDEPENDENCE WAR
universe visit Infogrames’ website at www.edgeofchaos.net.
Here you will find a wealth of information for pilots, heroes and rogues
of all abilities. For more information on the Independence War Universe, visit
Particle Systems website at www.independencewar.com.
universe visit Infogrames’ website at www.edgeofchaos.net.
Here you will find a wealth of information for pilots, heroes and rogues
of all abilities. For more information on the Independence War Universe, visit
Particle Systems website at www.independencewar.com.
Welcome to the Edge of Chaos
In the twenty-fourth century, the citizens of the Core Systems lead a life of
opulence and luxury. However, far from Earth and its notions of justice, powerful
corporations rule the Badlands Cluster with an iron fist. The brave few who were
prepared to make a stand have paid the ultimate price for their courage…
opulence and luxury. However, far from Earth and its notions of justice, powerful
corporations rule the Badlands Cluster with an iron fist. The brave few who were
prepared to make a stand have paid the ultimate price for their courage…
On the cold frontier of Known Space, the murder of one man will set in motion events that could
lead to freedom for the Badlands – or to the utter annihilation of humanity.
lead to freedom for the Badlands – or to the utter annihilation of humanity.
Cal Johnston
You are Cal Johnston, tough, smart and a born leader.
You were only 12 years old when you witnessed Caleb
Maas brutally murder your father, Felix. Now, 15 years
later, you may finally be able to exact your revenge.
You are Cal Johnston, tough, smart and a born leader.
You were only 12 years old when you witnessed Caleb
Maas brutally murder your father, Felix. Now, 15 years
later, you may finally be able to exact your revenge.
Jefferson Clay
Clay is a one-of-a-kind computer simulation of an ancient
war hero. When he died more than a century ago,
his personality and knowledge were preserved.
Clay serves as your mentor and guardian.
Jafs
A gifted smuggler and forger, Jafs is Cal’s best friend and
confidant. He is also a skilled cargo pilot and an adept negotiator.
A gifted smuggler and forger, Jafs is Cal’s best friend and
confidant. He is also a skilled cargo pilot and an adept negotiator.
Azraelle Takagi
Cool and enigmatic, little is certain about Azraelle.
However, she is an exceptional combat
pilot and was once a pirate of some considerable
renown. Az has never really revealed her
true reasons for joining Cal.
Lori Trieste
Young and idealistic, Lori is Az’s close friend and ally.
What she lacks in combat experience she makes up for
with dogged persistence.
Young and idealistic, Lori is Az’s close friend and ally.
What she lacks in combat experience she makes up for
with dogged persistence.
Lemuel Smith
Despite his towering stature and partially
cybernetic body, Smith is genial and popular.
A self-taught engineer, he has remarkable skill
in any field involving machinery.
Caleb Maas
Sadistic and cruel, Caleb is the recent heir to
the Maas Industries fortune. His keen instinct
serves him well in both starship combat
and the boardroom.
Sadistic and cruel, Caleb is the recent heir to
the Maas Industries fortune. His keen instinct
serves him well in both starship combat
and the boardroom.
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