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This Task Force can be completed solo, but due to the difficulty, a team is recommended. | This Task Force can be completed solo, but due to the difficulty, a team is recommended. | ||
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Mender Silos is found inside the building in Ouroboros, up the stairs. | Mender Silos is found inside the building in Ouroboros, up the stairs. | ||
| + | {{EdNote|note= This story was originally published in issues #10 - 12 of the City of Heroes comic book. Enjoy.}} | ||
__TOC__ | __TOC__ | ||
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== Missions == | == Missions == | ||
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The question I put before you, {{Character}}, is: would you give yourself to [[Ouroboros]]? | The question I put before you, {{Character}}, is: would you give yourself to [[Ouroboros]]? | ||
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{{color|orange|Note: This series of mission is recommended for group play. You're welcome to try it as a solo player, but it'll be tough. Consider yourself warned and good luck either way.}} | {{color|orange|Note: This series of mission is recommended for group play. You're welcome to try it as a solo player, but it'll be tough. Consider yourself warned and good luck either way.}} | ||
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'''Mission Acceptance''' | '''Mission Acceptance''' | ||
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Stepping through to this time and seeing [[Manticore]], you remember back when Manticore was kicked out of the [[Freedom Phalanx]] by [[Statesman]]. This must be when you are.|Primary=Investigate this 'Man of Conflict'|Secondary=2 Raid Leaders to Defeat|Additional=|Completion=Perhaps this is the 'Man of Conflict' Mender Silos told you to look for.<br />You aided Manticore in his path against Arachnos.}} | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=Stepping through to this time and seeing [[Manticore]], you remember back when Manticore was kicked out of the [[Freedom Phalanx]] by [[Statesman]]. This must be when you are.|Primary=Investigate this 'Man of Conflict'|Secondary=2 Raid Leaders to Defeat|Additional=|Completion=Perhaps this is the 'Man of Conflict' Mender Silos told you to look for.<br />You aided Manticore in his path against Arachnos.}} | ||
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'''Enemies''' | '''Enemies''' | ||
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{{Ambush|There will be an ambush of [[Arachnos]] moments after starting the mission. There will also be another ambush of [[Arachnos]] after defeating each Raid Leader.}} | {{Ambush|There will be an ambush of [[Arachnos]] moments after starting the mission. There will also be another ambush of [[Arachnos]] after defeating each Raid Leader.}} | ||
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'''Patrol 1:''' | '''Patrol 1:''' | ||
| − | :'''Arachnos soldier 1:''' ''"What are we doing here again?"''<br> | + | :'''Arachnos soldier 1:''' ''"What are we doing here again?"''<br /> |
:'''Arachnos soldier 2:''' ''"You never read the briefings, do you?" | :'''Arachnos soldier 2:''' ''"You never read the briefings, do you?" | ||
'''Patrol 2:''' | '''Patrol 2:''' | ||
| − | :'''Arachnos soldier 1:''' ''"Did you hear? I'm getting moved up to the Jade Spider division."''<br> | + | :'''Arachnos soldier 1:''' ''"Did you hear? I'm getting moved up to the Jade Spider division."''<br /> |
| − | :'''Arachnos soldier 2:''' ''"Yeah, good luck with that."''<br> | + | :'''Arachnos soldier 2:''' ''"Yeah, good luck with that."''<br /> |
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You learned from Manticore, that Arachnos also planned an attack on Striga.|Primary=Fight Against Arachnos in Striga|Secondary=3 Raid Leaders to Defeat | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=You learned from Manticore, that Arachnos also planned an attack on Striga.|Primary=Fight Against Arachnos in Striga|Secondary=3 Raid Leaders to Defeat | ||
** 20 Arachnos to Defeat|Additional=|Completion=You've aided Manticore in his path against Arachnos.}} | ** 20 Arachnos to Defeat|Additional=|Completion=You've aided Manticore in his path against Arachnos.}} | ||
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{{NPC Text|title=Manticore Dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|title=Manticore Dialogue|text= | ||
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{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Patrolling Bane Spider Commandos Dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Patrolling Bane Spider Commandos Dialogue|text= | ||
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| + | '''Bridge Guards:''' | ||
| + | :'''Before combat:''' ''"No one gets past without mu authorization. No one."'' | ||
| + | :'''Combat start:''' ''"Your head on the line if they get through!"'' | ||
'''Patrol 1:''' | '''Patrol 1:''' | ||
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'''Patrol 4:''' | '''Patrol 4:''' | ||
| − | :'''Before combat:''' | + | :'''Before combat:''' ''Yeah, we're clear here, but not for long. Those meddling heroes always get into everything''<br /> |
:'''Combat start:''' ''"See? Meddling heroes!"'' | :'''Combat start:''' ''"See? Meddling heroes!"'' | ||
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{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Bane Spider Executioner Dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Bane Spider Executioner Dialogue|text= | ||
| − | '''Before combat:''' ''Break time in 20 minutes, not a minute sooner. ''<br> | + | '''Before combat:''' ''Break time in 20 minutes, not a minute sooner. ''<br /> |
| − | '''Combat start:''' ''Man, I hate you, guys! ''<br> | + | '''Combat start:''' ''Man, I hate you, guys! ''<br /> |
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{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Arachnos Raid Leader 2 Dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Arachnos Raid Leader 2 Dialogue|text= | ||
| − | '''Before combat:''' ''"We got reports that Manticore and {{Character}} have teamed up."''<br> | + | '''Before combat:''' ''"We got reports that Manticore and {{Character}} have teamed up."''<br /> |
''"Keep your eyes open."''<br /> | ''"Keep your eyes open."''<br /> | ||
'''Combat start:''' ''"When I return with your head, Lord Recluse is sure to give me a promotion."''}} | '''Combat start:''' ''"When I return with your head, Lord Recluse is sure to give me a promotion."''}} | ||
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'''Before combat:''' ''"We've got trouble here. Stay alert."''<br /> | '''Before combat:''' ''"We've got trouble here. Stay alert."''<br /> | ||
'''Combat start:''' ''"That's trouble with a capital 'M'."''}} | '''Combat start:''' ''"That's trouble with a capital 'M'."''}} | ||
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| + | ''You've defeated an Arachnos raid leader.'' | ||
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Narcotics Shipment|Text=During your battle with Arachnos in [[Striga Isle|Striga]], you didn't notice what was in all those crates around you. It wasn't until afterwards when Manticore was covering the crime scene did they stand out. | ||
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| + | They're crates full of pharmaceutical grade chemicals. Manticore's analysis shows that they're used in most prescription anti-depressant medication. 'But it's in its purest form,' Manticore tells you. 'Uncut and undiluted.' | ||
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| + | What would Lord Recluse want with heavy grade mind stimulants?}} | ||
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| + | ''You've found something in this box.<br />You've found a hand written letter addressed to {{Character}}.'' | ||
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Dear Character...|Text=While time traveling into the past, you visit Striga and in an empty cardboard box you find a handwritten letter addressed to {{Character}}... | ||
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| + | Again, I apologize for my inability to meet with you in person. You may find these clandestine letters frustrating, but it is the safest way for both of us to communicate until we are ready to act. Silos and Ouroboros are dangerous beyond measure and while I have asked you to be vigilant regarding their intentions, I still do not know which side will you choose. | ||
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| + | On the topic of Mender Silos, I will say only this: | ||
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| + | He is a silver-tongued serpent in a garden full of innocents with an orchad of apples at his disposal. Do not trust him; he will have you cast out. Do not raise a hand to him; he will strike you down before you can react. Play your part in their garden and claim your innocents, but keep your eyes open to the truth. | ||
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| + | {{Character}}. I pray you have found my letters and you have taken them to heart. It is my hope that you remain quiet and patiently await the appropiate moment to strike. If you have not found my other letters, please search for them. Hopefully, they will reveal the truth behind Ouroboros and guide you towards my path.<br /> | ||
| + | Ultimately, the choice will be yours. | ||
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| + | As always, look for me in the Pillar. I will make myself known when the time is right.}} | ||
==== {{UL|Aid Manticore in Kings Row}} ==== | ==== {{UL|Aid Manticore in Kings Row}} ==== | ||
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{{Ambush|There will be an ambush of [[Arachnos]] after defeating each Raid Leader.}} | {{Ambush|There will be an ambush of [[Arachnos]] after defeating each Raid Leader.}} | ||
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| + | :'''Soldier 1:''' ''"I grew up around here."''<br /> | ||
| + | :'''Soldier 2:''' ''"I'd keep that to yourself."'' | ||
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| + | :'''Soldier 1:''' ''"When Recluse takes over Paragon, he'll clean this place up."''<br /> | ||
| + | :'''Soldier 2:''' ''"Nothin' anyone can do to clean this place up."''<br /> | ||
| + | :::''"It's Kings Row."''}} | ||
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Arachnos Raid Leader (Bane Spider Executioner) Dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Arachnos Raid Leader (Bane Spider Executioner) Dialogue|text= | ||
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''"Shh! You hear that?"''<br /> | ''"Shh! You hear that?"''<br /> | ||
'''Combat start:''' ''"Attack!"''}} | '''Combat start:''' ''"Attack!"''}} | ||
| + | ''You've defeated an Arachnos raid leader.'' | ||
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Manticore's Warning|Text=After you've defeated the Arachnos in [[Kings Row]], [[Manticore]] approached you... | ||
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| + | 'You must leave me alone. I do not know who you are or where you come from. At first I thought [[Statesman]] had sent you, but now I see that is not the case. You've just gotten yourself mixed up in something that you best leave alone. I'm sorry, but you can't follow me down this path... no hero can.'}} | ||
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'''Debriefing''' | '''Debriefing''' | ||
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Manticore has called Ms. Liberty, Mynx and Swan to Siren's Call. You need to question him to find out what else he knows about Recluse's plans.|Primary=Question Manticore|Secondary=25 Arachnos to Defeat|Additional=|Completion=You've defeated Manticore, but it looks as if his teleportation to the hospital has been redirected somewhere else.<br />Manticore has changed sides. He now appears to be working for Arachnos.}} | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=Manticore has called Ms. Liberty, Mynx and Swan to Siren's Call. You need to question him to find out what else he knows about Recluse's plans.|Primary=Question Manticore|Secondary=25 Arachnos to Defeat|Additional=|Completion=You've defeated Manticore, but it looks as if his teleportation to the hospital has been redirected somewhere else.<br />Manticore has changed sides. He now appears to be working for Arachnos.}} | ||
| − | + | [[File:SirensCall1.jpg|thumb|300px|right|{{center|Sirens' Call}}]] | |
'''Enemies''' | '''Enemies''' | ||
{{Enemy Arachnos}} | {{Enemy Arachnos}} | ||
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* [[Swan]] ([[Hero]], Ally) | * [[Swan]] ([[Hero]], Ally) | ||
* [[Manticore]] ([[Hero]], Enemy) | * [[Manticore]] ([[Hero]], Enemy) | ||
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{{NPC Text|title=Ms. Liberty dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|title=Ms. Liberty dialogue|text= | ||
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''"So, Manticore sent for you too, {{Character}}."''<br /> | ''"So, Manticore sent for you too, {{Character}}."''<br /> | ||
''"Well, let's go find him and ask him why he wanted us here."''}} | ''"Well, let's go find him and ask him why he wanted us here."''}} | ||
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:''I expect your defeat to be used as proof to [[Lord Recluse|Recluse]] of my TRUE loyalties.''}} | :''I expect your defeat to be used as proof to [[Lord Recluse|Recluse]] of my TRUE loyalties.''}} | ||
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{{NPC Text|title=Manticore dialogue|text= | {{NPC Text|title=Manticore dialogue|text= | ||
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'''Defeated:''' ''"You have not defeated me. Only hastened my role in Arachnos"''<br /> | '''Defeated:''' ''"You have not defeated me. Only hastened my role in Arachnos"''<br /> | ||
'''Defeats a hero:''' {{orange|needs data}}}} | '''Defeats a hero:''' {{orange|needs data}}}} | ||
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'''Debriefing''' | '''Debriefing''' | ||
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{{Mission Clue|Name=Trading Places|Text=It wasn't until you went to Siren's Call and met up with the Vindicators did you see why Silos had sent you back in time to those three other events. The whole time you were teaming up with Manticore, he was gathering intel not to take out Arachnos, but to join them. You managed to defeat him in Siren's Call with the help of the Vindicators, but all it did was make it easier for Lord Recluse to believe Manticore had indeed changed sides.}} | {{Mission Clue|Name=Trading Places|Text=It wasn't until you went to Siren's Call and met up with the Vindicators did you see why Silos had sent you back in time to those three other events. The whole time you were teaming up with Manticore, he was gathering intel not to take out Arachnos, but to join them. You managed to defeat him in Siren's Call with the help of the Vindicators, but all it did was make it easier for Lord Recluse to believe Manticore had indeed changed sides.}} | ||
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=== {{UL|Agree to Mender Silos' mission}} === | === {{UL|Agree to Mender Silos' mission}} === | ||
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You need to go through the portal to Siren's Call. Aid [[Statesman]] and the others in their defense against [[Arachnos]]. It is my current belief that the heroes must win this battle. | You need to go through the portal to Siren's Call. Aid [[Statesman]] and the others in their defense against [[Arachnos]]. It is my current belief that the heroes must win this battle. | ||
| − | + | [[File:SirensCall1.jpg|thumb|300px|right|{{center|Sirens' Call}}]] | |
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=As you step out of the Ouroboros portal, you can feel the ground shaking under your feet.|Primary=Stop Arachnos Assault|Secondary=13 Phalanx & Vindicators to Aid | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=As you step out of the Ouroboros portal, you can feel the ground shaking under your feet.|Primary=Stop Arachnos Assault|Secondary=13 Phalanx & Vindicators to Aid | ||
| − | **Defeat the Jade Spider|Additional=|Completion=You've defeated the Jade Spider and helped saved Paragon City... this time.<br />You've saved Paragon City from Lord Recluse's attack.}} | + | ** Defeat the Jade Spider|Additional=|Completion=You've defeated the Jade Spider and helped saved Paragon City... this time.<br />You've saved Paragon City from Lord Recluse's attack.}} |
'''Enemies''' | '''Enemies''' | ||
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'''Allies:''' | '''Allies:''' | ||
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* [[Synapse]] (Ally, Hostage) | * [[Synapse]] (Ally, Hostage) | ||
| + | [[File:Jade Spider Model Two.jpg|thumb|300px|right|{{center|The Jade Spider}}]] | ||
'''Enemies:''' | '''Enemies:''' | ||
* Jade Spider Battalion x 7 {{Named|Faction=Arachnos Soldier|Type=Bane Spider Executioner}} (Boss) | * Jade Spider Battalion x 7 {{Named|Faction=Arachnos Soldier|Type=Bane Spider Executioner}} (Boss) | ||
| − | * [[Black Scorpion]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding Synapse) | + | * [[Black Scorpion]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding [[Synapse]]) |
| − | * [[Captain Mako|Mako]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding Citadel) | + | * [[Captain Mako|Mako]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding [[Citadel]]) |
| − | * [[Ghost Widow]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding Positron) | + | * [[Ghost Widow]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding [[Positron]]) |
| − | * [[Lord Recluse]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding Statesman) | + | * [[Lord Recluse]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding [[Statesman]]) |
| − | * [[Scirocco]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding Ms. Liberty) | + | * [[Scirocco]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding [[Ms. Liberty]]) |
| − | * [[Silver Mantis]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding Mynx) | + | * [[Silver Mantis]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Guarding [[Mynx]]) |
* [[Jade Spider]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Spawns once all heroes have been rescued) | * [[Jade Spider]] ([[Archvillain]]) (Spawns once all heroes have been rescued) | ||
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| + | :Note: ''Though each Vindicator and Freedom Phalanx character is presented as a [[Hero]], his or her Hit Points and attacks are those of a [[Pet (NPC)|Pet]]-class ally, regardless of difficulty. Citadel is the only exception to this rule, and he spawned as an [[Elite Boss]].'' | ||
{{Ambush|After rescuing each Freedom Phalanx member, you will be ambushed by [[Arachnos]].<br /> | {{Ambush|After rescuing each Freedom Phalanx member, you will be ambushed by [[Arachnos]].<br /> | ||
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{{Ambush|After rescuing each Vindicator member, you will be ambushed by [[Arachnos]].<br /> | {{Ambush|After rescuing each Vindicator member, you will be ambushed by [[Arachnos]].<br /> | ||
''"{{Character}} is with the Vindicators!"''}} | ''"{{Character}} is with the Vindicators!"''}} | ||
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{{Cutscene|Text=[[File:Jade Spider Cutscene.jpg|thumb|300px|{{center|The Jade Spider attacks Siren's Call.}}]]'''Arachnos Fortunata Mistress:''' | {{Cutscene|Text=[[File:Jade Spider Cutscene.jpg|thumb|300px|{{center|The Jade Spider attacks Siren's Call.}}]]'''Arachnos Fortunata Mistress:''' | ||
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The Jade Spider has fallen, and with it Recluse's plans for domination of Paragon City. You would not believe the world that unfolded from Recluse's successful assault. I believe even he would not want such a world to rule. | The Jade Spider has fallen, and with it Recluse's plans for domination of Paragon City. You would not believe the world that unfolded from Recluse's successful assault. I believe even he would not want such a world to rule. | ||
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=== Souvenir === | === Souvenir === | ||
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'''Trading Places''' | '''Trading Places''' | ||
| − | Your head still rings at the thoughts [[Lord Recluse]] pushed into it through his [[Jade Spider]]. The psychic machination was powered by [[Kalinda|an unfortunate Fortunata]] and designed to take complete and total control of | + | Your head still rings at the thoughts [[Lord Recluse]] pushed into it through his [[Jade Spider]]. The psychic machination was powered by [[Kalinda|an unfortunate Fortunata]] and designed to take complete and total control of humanity's intellect. |
| − | Thankfully, [[Manticore]] got wind of the project fairly early on. With the help of [[Statesman]] the two of them concocted a plan that got Manticore closer to the project and gave Lord Recluse a false sense of security. | + | Thankfully, [[Manticore]] got wind of the project fairly early on. With the help of [[Statesman]] the two of them concocted a plan that got [[Manticore]] closer to the project and gave [[Lord Recluse]] a false sense of security. |
| − | You remember back to your battle with Manticore, hopefully never to happen again. You realize it was all a set up on behalf of Manticore. He needed Lord Recluse to believe he had changed sides. What better way to do that than to have his own turned against him. You smile at the thought of it all. | + | You remember back to your battle with [[Manticore]], hopefully never to happen again. You realize it was all a set up on behalf of [[Manticore]]. He needed [[Lord Recluse]] to believe he had changed sides. What better way to do that than to have his own turned against him. You smile at the thought of it all. |
| − | But that final battle, the one at [[Siren's Call]] against the Jade Spider was nothing to smile about. Your head still rings at the thoughts... | + | But that final battle, the one at [[Siren's Call]] against the [[Jade Spider]] was nothing to smile about. Your head still rings at the thoughts... |
== Reward == | == Reward == | ||
| − | Unlike the larger [[Task | + | Unlike the larger [[Task Force]]s, "Trading Places" is more like a [[Story Arc]], and can be completed in about an hour. Completing this Task Force earns each member of the team 14 [[Merit Rewards|merits]]. |
[[Category:Trials and Task Forces]] | [[Category:Trials and Task Forces]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:09, 21 August 2018
- This article is about the hero Task Force. For the villain Strike Force, see Mender Silos Strike Force.
Overview
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| Contact | Mender Silos |
| Zone | Ouroboros |
| Minimum Size | 1 player |
| Level Range | 46-50 |
| Merits | 14 |
| Enemy Groups |
 Arachnos |
The Mender Silos Task Force is the third of three Ouroboros Task Forces. The other two Ouroboros Task Forces are started by Mender Lazarus and Twilight's Son.
This Task Force can be completed solo, but due to the difficulty, a team is recommended.
Unlike normal Task Forces, Archvillains/Heroes will spawn as Elite Bosses according to Notoriety and number of players in the team.
Mender Silos is found inside the building in Ouroboros, up the stairs.
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Editor's Note: This story was originally published in issues #10 - 12 of the City of Heroes comic book. Enjoy. |
Contents
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Merit Rewards: This activity awards 14 Reward Merits. |
Missions
Agree to form a task force
Investigate this 'Man of Conflict'
Trading Places
Part One
Exemplar Level: 46-50
Briefing
Greetings, Character. I hope you appreciate the gravitas of our mission. Too often humanity squanders its potential on the petty and the inconsequential. Even my own past is one quixotic venture after another. I was bellicose and prone to conflict. In a manner of speaking, those times are well past me, but in a very real way they now surround me.
You see, I was key to this world's destruction, a destruction that saw the rest of the universe crumble in its wake. I always knew my methods were heterodox, but I had no idea the damage I would cause. Now I return to correct my mistake, make amends for my past, and mend time itself.
The question I put before you, Character, is: would you give yourself to Ouroboros?
Note: This series of mission is recommended for group play. You're welcome to try it as a solo player, but it'll be tough. Consider yourself warned and good luck either way.
Mission Acceptance
Very well, Character. There is a man of your time, shrouded in mystery and deception, born from strife with a skill for death. He walks a line that is neither good nor evil, yet divergent from both. This man is put in question, his loyalties tested and his beliefs challenged. He sways leaders to war, bringing the most powerful forces of your time into direct conflict.
Humanity, oblivious and unconcerned, did not witness this event, but were once again unknowingly pulled away from the brink. However, for Ouroboros nothing is obfuscated. There are merely events we have yet to focus upon. I would like you to focus on this 'Man of Conflict'. Observe, even aid him in his path. We know very little about what happened, but my hypothesis is that a man of this caliber will play a crucial role in the coming storm.
Unnecessary Solicitation
Find the man divided through the Pillar of Ice and Flame. Follow his path, for it is a path of either utter salvation or complete decimation.
Mission Objective(s)
Stepping through to this time and seeing Manticore, you remember back when Manticore was kicked out of the Freedom Phalanx by Statesman. This must be when you are.
- Investigate this 'Man of Conflict'
- 2 Raid Leaders to Defeat
Perhaps this is the 'Man of Conflict' Mender Silos told you to look for.
You aided Manticore in his path against Arachnos.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Manticore (Ally) (Hero, actually Boss-class)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Tarantulas Toxic Tarantula)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Tarantulas Tarantula Queen)
- Note: Though Manticore is presented as a Hero, his Hit Points and attacks are more like those of a Boss class ally.
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Ambush! There will be an ambush of Arachnos moments after starting the mission. There will also be another ambush of Arachnos after defeating each Raid Leader. |
You've defeated an Arachnos raid leader.
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The Jade Spider |
| The Arachnos Raid Leader you defeated in Croatoa let slip something about a Jade Spider. However, even after further questioning with the aid of Manticore, you were unable to get more information regarding it. What is Lord Recluse planning? |
Fight against Arachnos in Striga
Trading Places
Part Two
Unnecessary Solicitation
Manticore has left the Freedom Phalanx for reasons that are currently irrelevant. Yet, he still continues to fight what he considers to be the good fight. Go to him. Find out what he's doing and why.
Mission Objective(s)
You learned from Manticore, that Arachnos also planned an attack on Striga.
- Fight Against Arachnos in Striga
- 3 Raid Leaders to Defeat
- 20 Arachnos to Defeat
You've aided Manticore in his path against Arachnos.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Manticore (Ally) (Hero, actually Boss-class)
- (Bane Spiders Bane Spider Executioner) (Boss)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Mu Mystics Mu Guardian)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Arachnos Widow Fortunata Mistress)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Tarantulas Tarantula Queen)
- Note: Though Manticore is presented as a Hero, his Hit Points and attacks are more like those of a Boss class ally.
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Ambush! There will be an ambush of Arachnos moments after starting the first mission. There will also be another ambush of Arachnos after defeating each Raid Leader. |
You've defeated an Arachnos raid leader.
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Narcotics Shipment |
| During your battle with Arachnos in Striga, you didn't notice what was in all those crates around you. It wasn't until afterwards when Manticore was covering the crime scene did they stand out.
They're crates full of pharmaceutical grade chemicals. Manticore's analysis shows that they're used in most prescription anti-depressant medication. 'But it's in its purest form,' Manticore tells you. 'Uncut and undiluted.' What would Lord Recluse want with heavy grade mind stimulants? |
You've found something in this box.
You've found a hand written letter addressed to Character.
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Dear Character... |
| While time traveling into the past, you visit Striga and in an empty cardboard box you find a handwritten letter addressed to Character...
Again, I apologize for my inability to meet with you in person. You may find these clandestine letters frustrating, but it is the safest way for both of us to communicate until we are ready to act. Silos and Ouroboros are dangerous beyond measure and while I have asked you to be vigilant regarding their intentions, I still do not know which side will you choose. On the topic of Mender Silos, I will say only this: He is a silver-tongued serpent in a garden full of innocents with an orchad of apples at his disposal. Do not trust him; he will have you cast out. Do not raise a hand to him; he will strike you down before you can react. Play your part in their garden and claim your innocents, but keep your eyes open to the truth. Character. I pray you have found my letters and you have taken them to heart. It is my hope that you remain quiet and patiently await the appropiate moment to strike. If you have not found my other letters, please search for them. Hopefully, they will reveal the truth behind Ouroboros and guide you towards my path. As always, look for me in the Pillar. I will make myself known when the time is right. |
Aid Manticore in Kings Row
Trading Places
Part Three
Unnecessary Solicitation
You need to find Manticore in Kings Row. He is getting closer to revealing the truth behind his motivations and his connection to the Jade Spider.
Before you leave, I want you to be aware of my gratitude.
Mission Objective(s)
Of all the places you thought Arachnos could assault, Kings Row was not one of them.
Lord Recluse is building up to something big. But what?
- Aid Manticore in Kings Row
- 4 Raid Leaders to Defeat
you have saved Kings Row from Arachnos. Return to Mender Silos for further instruction.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Arachnos Soldier Bane Spider Executioner)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Arachnos Soldier Bane Spider Executioner)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Arachnos Widow Fortunata Mistress)
- Arachnos Raid Leader (Arachnos Widow Fortunata Mistress)
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Ambush! There will be an ambush of Arachnos after defeating each Raid Leader. |
You've defeated an Arachnos raid leader.
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Manticore's Warning |
| After you've defeated the Arachnos in Kings Row, Manticore approached you...
'You must leave me alone. I do not know who you are or where you come from. At first I thought Statesman had sent you, but now I see that is not the case. You've just gotten yourself mixed up in something that you best leave alone. I'm sorry, but you can't follow me down this path... no hero can.' |
Debriefing
Did you speak with Manticore? What did he tell you? Ah yes, it was a warning for you to stay away from him. Where do you think he is going? What do you think he is doing?
Only time will tell.
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Trading Places |
| Mender Silos is an odd man, prone to talk down to you like a child, rather than a peer, however his knowledge is second to none. He sent you out to investigate Manticore of all people, trying to show you a deeper current in seemingly unconnected events. What they were, you were oblivious to... at first. |
Meet up with Vindicators
Trading Places
Part Four
Briefing
Manticore summoned a group of Vindicators to meet up with him in Siren's Call. It is possible that this is the moment when a man's fate will decide a world's future.
Go there and aid these young Vindicators. Witness the unraveling of history as a single string of fate's cloth is pulled to the point of breaking.
Mission Acceptance
Ms. Liberty will be leading them at this time. Join up with her and her little gang of heroes. I believe Manticore will make himself known to them and perhaps reveal his true intentions regarding Arachnos.
Unnecessary Solicitation
You need to go back to the point in history when Ms. Liberty meets up with Manticore in Siren's Call. This point in time is crucial.
Mission Objective(s)
Manticore has called Ms. Liberty, Mynx and Swan to Siren's Call. You need to question him to find out what else he knows about Recluse's plans.
- Question Manticore
- 25 Arachnos to Defeat
You've defeated Manticore, but it looks as if his teleportation to the hospital has been redirected somewhere else.
Manticore has changed sides. He now appears to be working for Arachnos.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
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Manticore:
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Debriefing
Ah, so that's what happened? We were lead to believe something along those lines, but honestly, did you expect anything less? Manticore has always walked the line from Hero to Villain. I myself have witnessed multiple timelines where he was in fact the right hand man to Lord Recluse. It may horrify you to know that in almost all of those worlds, Recluse and Manticore ruled without question.
Lazarus was right about you. We did come to the correct time.
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Trading Places |
| It wasn't until you went to Siren's Call and met up with the Vindicators did you see why Silos had sent you back in time to those three other events. The whole time you were teaming up with Manticore, he was gathering intel not to take out Arachnos, but to join them. You managed to defeat him in Siren's Call with the help of the Vindicators, but all it did was make it easier for Lord Recluse to believe Manticore had indeed changed sides. |
Agree to Mender Silos' mission
Trading Spaces
Part Finale
Briefing
Lord Recluse is poised to strike Paragon City. I've found the key temporal node where this event takes place. I would like to send you there to determine if the 'greater good' is actually brought about.
Mission Acceptance
Recluse assaults Siren's Call to use it as a staging ground to assault Paragon City. Heroes and Villains clashed at that harbor, each fighting for what they believed in. Neither side knew that this battle could play a part in the events of the future. Even Lord Recluse himself would have difficulty comprehending the full measure of his actions.
Go to Siren's Call and aid the heroes of your time. Make sure they succeed where so often they have failed.
Unnecessary Solicitation
You need to go through the portal to Siren's Call. Aid Statesman and the others in their defense against Arachnos. It is my current belief that the heroes must win this battle.
Mission Objective(s)
As you step out of the Ouroboros portal, you can feel the ground shaking under your feet.
- Stop Arachnos Assault
- 13 Phalanx & Vindicators to Aid
- Defeat the Jade Spider
You've defeated the Jade Spider and helped saved Paragon City... this time.
You've saved Paragon City from Lord Recluse's attack.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
Allies:
- Back Alley Brawler (Ally, Hostage)
- Citadel (Elite Boss Ally, Hostage)
- Infernal (Ally, Hostage)
- Manticore (Ally, Hostage)
- Malaise (Ally, Hostage)
- Ms. Liberty (Ally, Hostage)
- Mynx (Ally, Hostage)
- Numina (Ally, Hostage)
- Positron (Ally, Hostage)
- Statesman (Ally, Hostage)
- Sister Psyche (Ally, Hostage)
- Swan (Ally, Hostage)
- Synapse (Ally, Hostage)
Enemies:
- Jade Spider Battalion x 7 (Arachnos Soldier Bane Spider Executioner) (Boss)
- Black Scorpion (Archvillain) (Guarding Synapse)
- Mako (Archvillain) (Guarding Citadel)
- Ghost Widow (Archvillain) (Guarding Positron)
- Lord Recluse (Archvillain) (Guarding Statesman)
- Scirocco (Archvillain) (Guarding Ms. Liberty)
- Silver Mantis (Archvillain) (Guarding Mynx)
- Jade Spider (Archvillain) (Spawns once all heroes have been rescued)
- Note: Though each Vindicator and Freedom Phalanx character is presented as a Hero, his or her Hit Points and attacks are those of a Pet-class ally, regardless of difficulty. Citadel is the only exception to this rule, and he spawned as an Elite Boss.
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Ambush! After rescuing each Freedom Phalanx member, you will be ambushed by Arachnos. "Character is with the Freedom Phalanx!" |
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Ambush! After rescuing each Vindicator member, you will be ambushed by Arachnos. "Character is with the Vindicators!" |
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Arachnos Fortunata Mistress:
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Debriefing
The Jade Spider has fallen, and with it Recluse's plans for domination of Paragon City. You would not believe the world that unfolded from Recluse's successful assault. I believe even he would not want such a world to rule.
Souvenir
Trading Places
Your head still rings at the thoughts Lord Recluse pushed into it through his Jade Spider. The psychic machination was powered by an unfortunate Fortunata and designed to take complete and total control of humanity's intellect.
Thankfully, Manticore got wind of the project fairly early on. With the help of Statesman the two of them concocted a plan that got Manticore closer to the project and gave Lord Recluse a false sense of security.
You remember back to your battle with Manticore, hopefully never to happen again. You realize it was all a set up on behalf of Manticore. He needed Lord Recluse to believe he had changed sides. What better way to do that than to have his own turned against him. You smile at the thought of it all.
But that final battle, the one at Siren's Call against the Jade Spider was nothing to smile about. Your head still rings at the thoughts...
Reward
Unlike the larger Task Forces, "Trading Places" is more like a Story Arc, and can be completed in about an hour. Completing this Task Force earns each member of the team 14 merits.
