The Forsaken

For decades Disciples of Anu had practiced the exiling, or outcasting, of their members that were too weak to withstand the mutation gifts they acquired.

According to preliminary reports, ninety percent of them would die within a few weeks.

With time, tho, the survivors slowly grouped together forming bandit squads that would roam the world looking for food and resources.

Completely mutated and with no loyalty to The Exalted or anyone else, these outcasts banded together in their mind breaking dreams.

They appear to lack any hierarchy or command structure, yet are able to organize themselves to attack small targets.

Lately, their attacks have become bolder and better planned, as if they are somehow linked to each other.

At present, the outcast’s threat level remains low.

Old Enemy, New Enemy

Triggers when Anu Priest Class research is finished by the Disciples of Anu.

There have been increasing reports of severely mutated humans attacking patrols throughout the world.

These creatures, referred to as "The Forsaken", are rapacious and have already ambushed several New Jericho and Disciples of Anu patrols.

Extreme caution is advised when visiting Exploration sites.

Effect

The Forsaken start to appear on Tactical missions.

Forbidden Frequency

Triggers when Technician Development research is finished by New Jericho.

We’ve received an automated emergency transmission from a New Jericho science facility.

The message is composed of the word “Overrun” repeated in a loop.

Tracking down the location of the transmission has revealed some security footage.

Effect

Site added to Geoscape: Overrun. Cinematics 2 are played.

Overrun

Mission briefing:

It has been confirmed that the transmissions originated from the New Jericho Zayatz research facility. Based on initial reports the entire area has been overrun by the Forsaken.

The exact research conducted at the facility remains unknown, but based on satellite pictures there’s evidence that it’s linked to New Jericho’s new bionics program.

Analysis suggests that at least five New Jericho scientists have managed to survive by barricading themselves in the facility.

After mission:

In The Nick Of Time. The operation has been a success. Not only did we manage to rescue the scientists, but also managed to gather invaluable research data. All information has been successfully decrypted and available for further research and analysis.

Rewards:

New research available - Advanced Bionic Technology

New Jericho's attitude to Phoenix Project +10