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[[File:OSIC letter.png|thumb|213x213px|OSIC letter addressed to [[Dynamo]]]]
{{Quotation|[[Seven]]|Better to die at my hands than end up with the OSIC!||Gigawatt_kill_familiar_04.mp3}}

A secretive "Black Box" [[United States of America|United States]] government organization, the '''Occult Security and Investigation Commission''' ('''OSIC''', for short) specializes in keeping the country safe from sinister and supernatural forces.<ref name=":1">{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s background</ref>

== Summary ==
The Occult Security and Investigation Commission works hard to ensure supernatural threats that are too big for local law enforcement to handle are taken care of.<ref name=":1" /> The OSIC keeps files on many notable persons,<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Holliday|number=1|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=I've read your file, sheriff. You seem competent.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=I have a file?|hero_quote3=Haze|quote3=We're the OSIC. Of course there's a file.}}</ref> and once a threat to national security has been identified, a Sandman is sent to neutralize the threat.<ref name=":2">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Graves|number=3|hero_quote1=Graves|quote1=Surprised you're not trying to take the hand.|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=Curators care about things, Sandmen care about people. So until you become a threat to national security you're not my problem.}}</ref>

The OSIC has warned [[New York]] citizens to stay indoors for the duration of the [[Maelstrom]].<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|file=newscaster_headline_17.mp3|transcription=The OSIC has issued a warning to the city of New York recommending that citizens stay indoors for the duration of the celestial event.}}</ref> {{HeroIcon|Haze}} has been sent to fight in the [[Maelstrom|ritual]] by the OSIC, although the details of her mission is currently unknown.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (Select): ''"I'm here on OSIC business."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Pre-Game|voice line]] (Pre-Game Ping): ''"This assignment keeps getting weirder."''</ref>

The OSIC wants {{PageRef|name=Calico}} and {{PageRef|name=Seven}} dead.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Calico|number=1|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=I'm going to kill you before the day is out, so making small talk seems a little pointless.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Seven): ''"You hid yourself from me for the last time."''</ref> They seem to know that Seven is in New York, as Seven is hiding from them in New York's subway tunnels.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Seven|hero2=Mo & Krill|number=2}}</ref> The OSIC is also keeping an eye on {{PageRef|name=Wraith}} and {{PageRef|name=Yamato}},<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Wraith|number=1|hero_quote1=Wraith|quote1=You're not here for me, right?|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=The OSIC isn't concerned with your little casino, Wraith.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Yamato|number=2|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=We're going to win today, Yamato, and when we do, you'll use the Patrons to make the Seventh Moon strong. But know this: we're watching you.|hero_quote2=Yamato|quote2=[Scoffs], I don't care.|hero_quote3=Haze|quote3=If you step out of line, you will.}}</ref> although they haven't been considered worth allocating resources to take out yet. Haze mentions that if the [[Seventh Moon]] becomes a cartel, then her superiors would likely send her to kill Yamato.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Yamato|hero2=Haze|number=3|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=Right now, your operation is small enough that the OSIC wouldn't waste allocating resources on you. (...) Well, if it gets big enough, it stops being a gang and starts being a cartel... That's usually when my superiors start thinking about having me kill you in your sleep.}}</ref> The OSIC doesn't seem to be after {{PageRef|name=Drifter}}.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Drifter|hero2=Haze|number=1|hero_quote1=Drifter|quote1=OSIC finally coming for me?|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=No, we're using you. If we were coming for you, you'd already be dead.}}</ref>

The OSIC is implied to be worried about creatures of [[The Deep]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Viscous): ''"To think the OSIC was worried about your kind."''</ref> They seem to know about the [[The Deep|Adversary]] and are aware of how dangerous it is.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Viscous|hero2=Haze|number=3|hero_quote1=Viscous|quote1=Thanks for your help, Haze. Not everyone takes the problems of the Deep seriously.|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=We don't live in a vacuum. If there's a problem in the Deep, it's only a matter of time before it's a problem on land.}}</ref> Once the ritual is over, Haze wants {{PageRef|name=Viscous}} to tell her everything about the Adversary so the OSIC can prepare in case any more creatures like it come through The Deep's [[Astral Gates|Astral Gate]].<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Viscous|hero2=Haze|number=1|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=Viscous, after the ritual, I need you to tell me about the Adversary.|hero_quote2=Viscous|quote2=But after the ritual, the Adversary will be gone!|hero_quote3=Haze|quote3=Yes, but there may be others, and the OSIC needs to be prepared.}}</ref>

The OSIC's main office is not local to New York. Instead, they've set up a temporary base of operations in the area, although Haze believes that the OSIC will open a permanent office after the ritual due to all the activity going on in the area.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=McGInnis|number=1|hero_quote1=McGinnis|quote1=After the ritual, you think the OSIC is gonna pack up shop?|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=No. I think they'll open a permanent office. With all the activity going on, I'm shocked they haven't sooner.}}</ref>

Haze acknowledges that the OSIC is flawed and that they don't have enough people "who care what doors are getting kicked down".<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Vindicta|number=2|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=I'm not a zealot. The OSIC isn't perfect and neither is the world. You of all people should understand that the ends justify the means.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Abrams|number=2|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=You should consider working for the OSIC.|hero_quote2=Abrams|quote2=I think you guys have enough people who can kick down doors.|hero_quote3=Haze|quote3=We do. We don't have enough guys who care what doors are getting kicked down.}}</ref> That said, she is still loyal to her job and believes that the ends justify the means.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (Select): ''"I dedicated my life to the OSIC. I won't fail them."''</ref> Haze works for the OSIC because she "loves her country".<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Vindicta|number=2|hero_quote1=Vindicta|quote1=How can you work for them?|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=I love my country.}}</ref>

{{HeroIcon|Lady Geist}} is worried she will be sent to an OSIC oubliette if she caters to [[Oathkeeper]]'s demands.<ref>[[The Binding of Oathkeeper|''The Binding of Oathkeeper'']] - [[The Binding of Oathkeeper/Transcription#3b - Hunger Strike|Chapter 3B]] - {{PageRef|name=Lady Geist}}: ''"What good is eternal life if I spend it in an OSIC oubliette? And we both know that's exactly where I would end up if I gave in to your every whim."''</ref> Haze warns her the OSIC will have to intervene if "the Oathkeeper issue isn't resolved".<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Lady Geist|number=1|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=The Oathkeeper issue needs to be resolved, Lady Geist.|hero_quote2=Lady Geist|quote2=It will be.|hero_quote3=Haze|quote3=Good. If it's not, the OSIC will have to intervene.}}</ref>

The OSIC is interested in {{HeroIcon|Kelvin}}'s condition as a revenant.<ref name=":0">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Kelvin|number=2}}</ref> They also show some interest in {{PageRef|name=Celeste}} being a unicorn.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Celeste): ''"The OSIC is gonna want an autopsy."''</ref>

The OSIC has released a report about hexes.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|file=newscaster_headline_85.mp3|transcription=Expecting parents have long kept the names of their babies secret. But now, a new OSIC hex report has some families questioning about ever revealing their children's true name. Readers weigh in with their thoughts in today's New York Oracle.}}</ref>

The OSIC limits expeditions to the North Pole.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|file=newscaster_seasonal_headline_08.mp3|transcription=The OSIC has issued a statement reminding citizens that North Pole expeditions are illegal without a permit.}}</ref>

== Members ==

* {{PageRef|name=Haze}} - OSIC agent in the Sandman Division
* Marlowe - OSIC agent

=== Agent Marlowe ===
Marlowe is an agent for the OSIC. While his exact role in the organization is unknown, he's noted as someone who "spins stories" and seems to be one of Haze's superiors.<ref name=":3">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Venator|number=1|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=I think I work with a friend of yours.|hero_quote2=Venator|quote2=Marlowe's been spinnin' stories? (...) Tell the bastard I said hi.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Apollo): ''"This is gonna be tough to explain to Marlowe."''</ref>

Haze mentions that Marlowe made "a good offer" to {{PageRef|name=Dynamo}}. While the details of the offer are unclear, Dynamo refuses it, although Marlowe told Haze that the offer still stands in case Dynamo changes his mind.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Dynamo|number=1}}</ref> Dynamo carries a letter from the OSIC addressed to him in his bag.

{{PageRef|name=Venator}} is a friend of Marlowe and calls him a "bastard".<ref name=":3" />

Haze believes Marlowe would want to know about {{PageRef|name=The Doorman}}'s involvement in the ritual.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed The Doorman): ''"Marlowe is going to want to hear about this."''</ref>

Marlowe makes an appearance in {{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s [[Holliday's visual novel|visual novel]], where he tells Holliday and [[Captain Murphy]] that the OSIC is taking over the investigation into the Troubadour. He asks Holliday to either help him or get out of his way.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s visual novel - [[Holliday's visual novel/Transcription#Chapter 2a - Jurisdiction|Chapter 2A]]</ref> While his role in the story past chapter 2 is unclear, Holliday's conversations with Seven imply that his goal was to hire the Troubadour.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Seven|number=6|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=I can't believe the OSIC wanted to recruit that thing.|hero_quote2=Seven|quote2=You're too smart to be that naive.}}</ref>

== Divisions ==
The OSIC has multiple divisions. Known divisions include:

* The Sandman Division
* The Curator Division
* The Medium Division

=== Sandman Division ===
A division specialized in infiltrating dreams. {{HeroIcon|Haze}} is a notable member of this division; seeking out the dreams of "persons of interest" to investigate them. If necessary, members of the Sandman Division have clearance to "eliminate" significant detected threats.<ref name=":1" />

The OSIC's Sandmen rarely work together.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Ivy|number=3|hero_quote1=Ivy|quote1=How often do you work with a partner?|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=Assassination is rarely a team sport.}}</ref> It's unknown how many Sandmen there are, but Haze says that there's enough of them to call themselves a division.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Dynamo|number=2}}</ref>

The OSIC has not confirmed or denied the existence of the Sandman Division.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|file=newscaster_headline_58.mp3|transcription=An OSIC spokesman has refused to confirm or deny the existence of the notorious Sandman Division. For this story and more read The New York Oracle.}}</ref>

The Sandman Division has released a holiday calendar to "soften their image", but it only made them seem "more terrifying".<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|file=Newscaster_seasonal_haze_unlock_01_comp.mp3|transcription=Hoping to soften their image, the OSIC Sandman division released a holiday calendar this year! It only made them more terrifying.}}</ref>

=== Curator Division ===
The Curator Division deals with magical objects like {{PageRef|name=Pocket}}'s case or {{PageRef|name=Graves}}' lich hand.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Pocket|number=1}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Graves|number=1}}</ref> According to {{HeroIcon|Haze}}, "Curators care about things and Sandmen care about people".<ref name=":2" /> 

Haze believes {{HeroIcon|Paige}} would be a good Curator.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Haze|quotes=Haze/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Paige)|transcription=A shame. She would've made a good curator.}}</ref> {{HeroIcon|Paradox}} wants Haze to put in a good word with the Curator Division for her.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Paradox|number=1|hero_quote1=Paradox|quote1=I don't suppose you could put in a good word with the Curator Division for me?|hero_quote2=Haze|quote2=Afraid not.}}</ref>

=== Medium Division ===
Not much is known about the Medium Division. {{HeroIcon|Haze}} recommends a job as an OSIC medium to {{HeroIcon|Graves}}, asking her to consider the offer and call her if she's interested.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Graves|number=2|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=We have multiple divisions… and I think you might like being a Medium.|hero_quote2=Graves|quote2=That might not suck.|hero_quote3=Haze|quote3=Think about it. You can give me a call later.}}</ref>

== Trivia ==
[[File:Osic.png|thumb|230x230px|OSIC door in the work-in-progress Hideout map]]
* The initialism OSIC is pronounced "oh-ess-i-see".
* {{HeroIcon|Haze}}'s background compares the OSIC to the [[wikipedia:Central_Intelligence_Agency|CIA]], which was founded in 1947 in the real world. The CIA is also mentioned in [[Wrecker]]'s background.
* In an older work-in-progress version of the [[Hideout]] map, a door labeled "O.S.I.C. Restricted Area" could be found.
* A removed {{HeroIcon|Dynamo}} voiceline suggested that Sandmen were considered a conspiracy theory.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Dynamo|quotes=Dynamo/Quotes#Removed/Unused lines|transcription=I should probably stop telling my students that "OSIC Sandmen" was just a conspiracy theory...}}</ref>

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