Welcome new recruits (Late August)

Thank you Sean (strong with the light side of the force are you?) What are the Chronicles? Would you suggest going through the forum posts at all?

Yes, with the amulets and the letters. They have a nose, mouth, ear, etc.

Damn! I wish I had heard about this sooner. Looking forward then. I’m also curious about the language being used in the forums and facebook, but I’m guessing that will become more clear when I learn more about the story?

Maybe there is a chance that through this experience I will be able to find the light.

Yeah the forums seem like an undertaking, but I’m enjoying the podcast so far. I will definitely check out the Chronicles.

Got the puzzle! On to the next. Thanks for the hint

Um, I’m trying to figure out what the names are like BOS, Sentinal (those I’m guessing are more in the Timeline). Also Glory be; are there teachings or Chronicles that go into that?

Guess now is a better time than ever…

Hello Tension Community! Im Willy and so far I am having the time of my life trying to uncover as much as I can about The Tension Experience. I was introduced to Tension by the wonderful @darthzannah and so far I feel like every door Ive opened has led to more doors.

Im trying to locate the My Haunt Life Podcast for additional information but I just finished reading the timeline so far. Of course, any additional resources would be much appreciated.

@willythakiid

Hi Willy!!!!!! I’m very excited to have my closest friend by my side to start this experience together. Everyone on the forums has been incredibly kind and helpful. MHL podcasts are my favorite to listen to. If you start from the beginning, you can hear the hesitance in what exactly is going on, but as the podcast goes on (and the experience starts to bloom) they become more and more excited and ready for whatever is about to happen. I hope that eventually you and become a strong part in this community!

The chronicles are really helpful, but make sure you hunt down the documents that have been found by members – i.e last nights e-mail drop, Addison’s journal, organization chart, etc… They are posted on forums; some of the links can be found in this forum.

I feel like we are starting a very interesting journey, but at least we are doing this together!!

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@darthzannah – thank you so much for checking out (and dealing with) the podcast! I hope it was helpful to you on your _path

@willythakiid – thank you and sorry in advance for checking it out!

And of course, @thegilded , thank you for always recommending it for people to listen to. Thanks boo <3

@mike It’s been incredibly helpful. I’ve told some of my friends to check it out as well. Currently, I’m on episode 12 where they realized the van that picked them up is not part of the OOA. Unfortunately, I had to pause right there – which makes for an amazing cliff hanger. The way you both unveil the story is really exciting. Plus, I feel like I’m not alone when I geek out about all this. So, thank you!

@darthzannah – oh man! You’re at a really good spot based on some of the conversation over the last few days. You’ll understand what I mean after you listen to it

@darthzannah Hi, there! I am going to chime in with @mike and say “Thanks” for listening to the podcast and recommending to your friends. I laughed out loud when I read you ended up turning that story into a “cliffhanger,” what a great spot to do that! (Also, that weekend has been one of the highlights for me of the entire Tension Experience… because the twists and turns reveal things about the characters and made everything else that follows so much more intriguing. Tom’s story from that meeting has enhanced the entire experience for me!)

@rusty Thank you! It’s been a pleasure, really, listening to them. When I’m at work I have them on, but someone interrupted me to actually do work (rude). It just so happened to stop right there. I can’t wait to get back to the story!

I’m also curious; in one of the episodes where you talk about the first live experience ( on the side walk in DTLA, talking in front of the mirror) they had you sign a non-disclosure agreement. Do you think they will do that for Ascension? It’s going to be difficult for everyone on here to not say anything for those who are going later.

(I know I wasn’t asked but just thought I would jump in and help). The forums are part of indoctrination, and as DLB mentioned, indoctrination ends once Ascension starts, so we are not sure if the forums will still be available after next Thursday. As far as an NDA, only a waiver has been mentioned but it is not impossible. And it is awesome that you’re listening to MHL, I always recommended to people myself, that is the main reason why I got caught up.

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@AH-lay I hope they keep the forums going for the next chapter of this!! This is half the fun – theorizing, getting notes from the GKs, comparing new experiences. How long have you been involved?

@rusty I remember that podcast particular because of how someone got a phone call at the bar and it was the OOA telling not to forget what they promised to not speak until 9. So. Cool. Sorry, just geeking out over here

I’ve been participating since late June-ish (Maybe early July?), and have always regretted not finding Tension sooner.

@aleocotillo I know how you feel. I would have loved to been here from the very beginning. But, better late than never!

@blondiecamps Thanks for the welcome & the link to your blog. They called you in Wales! Having everyone share their experiences has been awesome. Encouraging to know that they reach out to people who are not just in Los Angeles. I look forward to see what you write about in the coming weeks

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@darthzannah A belated welcome from me! Geeking out is actively encouraged and if you love the MHL podcasts then you have impeccable taste It’s probably not much use as of yet but I have a little blog – there are a few links on there you might not have seen. It’s not much to look at yet, but gonna be rolling out lots of stuff over the next week so thought it was worth mentioning.

@darthzannah For the particular event you are referring to, there was an NDA that specified a time constraint. We were specifically told when we were free to discuss the event publicly. Several of us met at a nearby bar/restaurant to hang out before and after the event. We all felt that NDA and time restriction was simply a way to make sure nothing got spoiled for people who had times at the end of the day. The restriction ended that night… after the event was over. We all stayed at the bar until that time arrived, then we shared our experiences.

As far as Ascension, not sure what they will have us sign. It would not surprise me if an NDA were part of it, but no way of guessing.

@thegilded

Hi Sean! Thank you so much for that link to the podcast! Definitely gonna be listening religiously until I can make sense of everything. I’ve already solved the puzzle that shows the video of Ruth (I believe that was her name?) But I feel like that was just one of many secrets.

I’ve also already begun to follow on all social channels. Just waiting for something to come up!

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Ooh hi Willy! I’ve heard so much about you_____ (・ω・)ノ

@reaton: You are a kind and generous man, and I would certainly never seek to be your enemy. Like you, I understand the folly of delusion… I’ve always made my choices with the full understanding that I might go down in flames, but if I do, I’m dedicated to going down having lived this to it’s fullest, without regrets. Best of luck to us all.

Hallo, new recruit here, just lurking and playing catch up. Many questions, but the basics seem to be falling into place. As far as The One goes, is that a title in and of itself, or also in reference to GK1?

@summoningdark good question. The reference to The One has been used almost exclusively. The Gatekeepers have been counting down from 5 to now 2. It could be assumed that The One and Gatekeeper 1 are the same but maybe not…can never tell with Tension. In the emails just posted, the reference to “One” was made, as in “identity of One” by one of the Clockmasters. This would a short form of referring to a GK.

Ah, I see. Thank you!

I guess we will all be finding out soon as it seems like Ones Ascension starts on the 8th. This should be an interesting week for Tension. Hope I can make it to whatever Addison has planned next week.

One will bring about the change to bring good, then that leads the question why would OOA want to hide the One. Why wouldn’t they reveal The One’s identity to bring enlightenment? Is it a game of power? They really are corrupt and don’t want the change? They feel that we are still to be tested to see if we deserve know the truth of the One?

@darthzannah

I have my theory but you won’t like it:

-Refer to here, long ago Anoch began the countdown. My assumption is the countdown of Gatekeepers and when we reach to One it’s not going to be pretty. Anoch is enraged.

-Several people, including myself, entertain the idea that 242 and 1 are the same.

-And so when One comes, we may see very same enraged 242.

All assumptions have to be correct here for it to line up but let’s just say it’s correct: basically we’re facing doom? So is the ODSM here to stop this from coming true because they care? Or like you said, is this all one big test to see if we really deserve The Truth?

Also, to answer your question, clockmakers are one step below gatekeepers. See Org Chart.

@melissa

Thank you for the links. The more I found out about the OOA the more I’m intrigued and ,of course, I think of more questions. I can only imagine how those who have been here since the beginning felt while this was all unraveling.

You’re theory does make sense with the readings about Anoch. That if 242 was the first Gatekeeper, then in modern times he/she/they are known as The One.(?) The readings share that 242 was enraged by those who kept the light for themselves – selfish, greedy people keeping others distracted. Perhaps when The One is revealed, those who were hiding the light (corrupt OOA?) will be punished. Which is why they are trying to desperately to stop GK2 from revealing the identity?

@darthzannah — I like that “it’s the OSDM/corrupt OOA that’s screwed” theory a lot! So nice to have fresh eyes on so much information! Also, no problem!

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@mkarrett

I really like this theory. I’ve been trying to catch up on as much as I can and one question that stood out was if there were gatekeepers before 5 and how many. Reading the document you linked to made me immediately think there had been 241 gatekeepers previously, if we count gk2, which would then make gk1 become gatekeeper 242 and possibly the same person/entity. I love how important numbers are throughout the current narrative and it seems like too much of a coincidence for gk1 not to be “The One”. Sorry if this has all been discussed elsewhere 😅

@darthzannah I lean towards your theory of the OOA being the ones who may feel Anoch’s wrath, as they definitely appear to be keeping secrets. Shouldn’t we all be able to hear the word of Anoch without going through the various hoops of hierarchy?

I also wanted to thank @mike and @reaton for the extensive coverage on MHL. I was definitely a bit overwhelmed at first, trying to piece everything together, but once I started marathoning that podcast, the pieces began falling into place and the timeline made a lot more sense. Your enthusiasm is contagious so thank you.

Also, thank you @thegilded, we haven’t spoken but I’ve found all the information you’ve passed on to the other noobs to be very helpful and I appreciate the time you take to keep us all in the loop.

I can’t wait to dig deeper into this!

@summoningdark You could be on to something. If GK1 and 242 are the same and we are about to be revealed the one – not to mention indoctrination is ending soon – it may, in a way, ‘restart’? The page from the book of Anoch says that Anoch created 242 to essentially punish those who kept the light to themselves. It may come where Ascension is when the Countdown ends, GK1 is revealed and those who hide the truth from themselves (not necessarily just OOA or BOS like light or darkside, but just those who corrupted the word, twisted it for their own use) will be shown for what they are. Theories of course. Hopefully knew information will be leaked even before next week (agh the agony of waiting).

@darthzannah I’ve been thinking this recently as well – lots of talk about cycles, about a “new dawn” following dusk and darkness, cleansing and purification. It definitely feels like One and 242 are the same, and a sort of reset button.

And as an aside – I’m gonna pretend you’re referring to the OOA as the dark side, and BOS as the light Remember, we were always cheering for the rebellion to overthrow the Empire..

@addisonborn – I think it’s funny that you said this

Remember, we were always cheering for the rebellion to overthrow the Empire..

to someone who has “Darth” in their username 😉

Uhhhhh yes exactly @thegilded

Cycles, new dawn, reset button – almost like clockwork, eh @addisonborn ?

@thegilded

I see from the chart (http://thetensionexperience.com/forums/topic/echo-park-6162016/#post-10205 ) the Gatekeepers are directly from Anoch or speaks for him, where the OOA is underneath them. I believe where I was confused was I figured the Gatekeepers were merely heads of OOA -the ones who called the shots. The e-mails that GK2 left last night suggests that the Clockmakers lead OOA. Perhaps the Clockmakers are trying to take that step up to be higher on the totem pole. It may be one of the reasons they are trying to gain control over GK2 again – if they ‘brain wash’ her – so to speak – then she may become their mouth piece?

Thank you @thegilded. Kind words from someone who has been here from the beginning is very encouraging. Honestly, I heard about Tension… 2 days ago? Possibly 3. But, once I learned, read, and engaged I could tell this is something I want to soak up & experience as much as I can.

Until Wednesday then. I guess it’s possible that something will happen between now and then. For now, I will continue with my education and keep Wednesday very open.

@darthzannah you can find various discussion and mention of the clockmakers if you go into the main forum page and search clockmakers

I agree with @darthzannah on discussing the Clockmakers more.

I am trying to do my due diligence before posting any theories here – I’m way behind on podcasts, periscopes, and the like. But I feel like we aren’t quite talking about them enough. Sure, we’re all awaiting One being revealed, but why not look a little deeper on the Clockmakers who have now been exposed – 43, 16, 9, 34, 68, 75, 45, 14, 56, 5 ?

Also, since I’m spouting my nonsense here – I read the entire thing backwards when I first picked it up. Which means a plan is being carried out as we speak, and hopefully two avoided it, but if not – “hopefully she’s recovered on the seventh?” Meaning, if we do meet with her, will it be the same Addison?

Anyway, this may be painfully clear or completely wrong to some of you, and if you have any suggestions or places to do more research, I’m definitely asking for it. Otherwise, I’m going to keep listening to the podcast on my own, and catch up before posting everything that’s been swirling around in my brain lately.

Thanks for letting me rant, and hopefully I found the right forum to do so!

Out of curiosity, @gabzilla, since you point to that comment “hopefully she’s recovered on the seventh,” do you feel that OOA had something specific planned for the seventh that @gatekeeper2 blew apart by her actions? Maybe we were all going to learn something specific from the OOA on that date and her actions of breaking away ruined what was supposed to be a smooth process leading all of us up to Ascension?

Great point @reaton – I was just quoting the email.

I guess it’s just too much of a coincidence that she is bringing up the 7th as well as the clockmakers, that’s what is really throwing me off.

I admit, the role of the Clockmakers… their place in all of this… remain a mystery to me. But, I think you may be right to be connecting these dots. It just struck me that rather than Gatekeeper2 simply being disruptive, maybe she disrupted a very specific scheduled event of some kind. Just a theory… and she emphasized at one point that schedules were going to be kept and deadlines met… perhaps even then she had a calendar all her own she was following.

It’s possible that she knows whatever is about to happen to her by the OOA is inevitable.

At one point, on “Darkest Before Dawn” Periscope, @gatekeeper2 said “You asked for a lessson yet you don’t pay attention to the words I say. This is for you…I already know the end”. That could very well be an indicator that @gatekeeper2 knows exactly how this is going to go down.

@mkarrett In the Periscope, specially the most recent, she seems angered and frustrated, but in control. As if she is found out what the OOA’s plan is, but she is going to use if for her benefit. One thing is for her; she definitely has a plan.

Indeed. I’m just afraid what she’s going to do in order for this plan to come to fruition.