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'''Briefing'''
 
'''Briefing'''
  
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Lastri's almost finished with her preparations, {{Character}}. As soon as you're ready, the expedition's gonna head out.
 
Lastri's almost finished with her preparations, {{Character}}. As soon as you're ready, the expedition's gonna head out.
  
{{Mission Objective
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Lastri's team, professional as always, managed to get you into the lost city of Oranbega without incident. The rest is up to you.|Primary=Search Oranbega for The Key|Secondary=Talk with Harvan|Additional=**Search for the Antikythera
|Entrance= Lastri's team, professional as always, managed to get you into the lost city of Oranbega without incident. The rest is up to you.
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|Primary=Search Oranbega for The Key
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|Secondary=Talk with Harvan
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|Additional=**Search for the Antikythera
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** Defeat Lilitu
 
** Defeat Lilitu
** Defeat Fusionette
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** Defeat Fusionette|Completion=You have defeated Lilitu, and retrieved the Antikythera.|Map=COT_ANTIKYTHERA}}
|Completion=You have defeated Lilitu, and retrieved the Antikythera.
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|Map=COT_ANTIKYTHERA}}
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'''Enemies'''
 
'''Enemies'''
* {{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
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* {{Enemy Vanguard Shield}}
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{{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
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{{Enemy Vanguard Shield}}
  
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
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* [[Lilitu]] {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Rank=Archvillain|Role=Enemy}}  
 
* [[Lilitu]] {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Rank=Archvillain|Role=Enemy}}  
  
{{Mission Briefing
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{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Lastri Kayumanis|Text=
|Contact=Lastri Kayumanis
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Welcome to the lost city of Oranbega, sir. My men will attempt to fortify this position, to ensure that Dr. Harvan is well protected.
|Text=Welcome to the lost city of Oranbega, sir. My men will attempt to fortify this position, to ensure that Dr. Harvan is well protected.
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I suggest you confer with him about this artifact he's looking for. I doubt conditions in the rest of the city will be safe enough for him to accompany you.
 
I suggest you confer with him about this artifact he's looking for. I doubt conditions in the rest of the city will be safe enough for him to accompany you.
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*{{green|Leave}}}}
 
*{{green|Leave}}}}
  
{{Mission Briefing
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{{Mission Briefing|Contact=James Harvan|Text=
|Contact=James Harvan
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{{darkorange|Harvan is examining the structure of the city carefully.}}
|Text={{darkorange|Harvan is examining the structure of the city carefully.}}
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Amazing... judging by the sediment, I'd say this structure must be thousands of years old... but it clearly wasn't built this far underground, and it has hardly any structural damage...  
 
Amazing... judging by the sediment, I'd say this structure must be thousands of years old... but it clearly wasn't built this far underground, and it has hardly any structural damage...  
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Oh my! Oh... {{Character}}. I apologize. I find myself quite taken with this place. Simply fascinating.
 
Oh my! Oh... {{Character}}. I apologize. I find myself quite taken with this place. Simply fascinating.
  
* {{green|We're here for a reason, doctor. The Key...?}}
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*{{green|We're here for a reason, doctor. The Key...?}}
  
 
Ah, yes, the Key! Well, not strictly a key, per se, but I found that to be the best way to describe it to your mercenary friend. It's really more of a... focus. At least, that's what my father's research implies.  
 
Ah, yes, the Key! Well, not strictly a key, per se, but I found that to be the best way to describe it to your mercenary friend. It's really more of a... focus. At least, that's what my father's research implies.  
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The object is called the Antikythera. I'm not entirely sure on its history or origins. It could have been created to work in tandem with Pandora's Box, or perhaps it was made afterwards, in order to manipulate it... regardless, it is a tool of incredible potential, and I believe it is integral to locating Pandora's Box.
 
The object is called the Antikythera. I'm not entirely sure on its history or origins. It could have been created to work in tandem with Pandora's Box, or perhaps it was made afterwards, in order to manipulate it... regardless, it is a tool of incredible potential, and I believe it is integral to locating Pandora's Box.
  
* {{green|So, what am I looking for, exactly?}}
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*{{green|So, what am I looking for, exactly?}}
  
 
:{{dialogueLoop}}
 
:{{dialogueLoop}}
  
* {{green|Your... father's research?}}
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*{{green|Your... father's research?}}
  
 
:{{darkorange|Harvan nods studiously.}}
 
:{{darkorange|Harvan nods studiously.}}
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:The only obstacle I've encountered in my studies has been the lack of appropriate funding and manpower to track down the components of my father's work... but thanks to you, that is no longer a problem, now, is it?
 
:The only obstacle I've encountered in my studies has been the lack of appropriate funding and manpower to track down the components of my father's work... but thanks to you, that is no longer a problem, now, is it?
  
:* {{green|So, what am I looking for, exactly?}}
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:*{{green|So, what am I looking for, exactly?}}
  
 
:The Antikythera's humble appearance belies its potential, {{Character}}. It is small, small enough to carry under one arm, and resembles an ancient measuring device. Which, I suppose, is true, though few know what the Antikythera truly measures.  
 
:The Antikythera's humble appearance belies its potential, {{Character}}. It is small, small enough to carry under one arm, and resembles an ancient measuring device. Which, I suppose, is true, though few know what the Antikythera truly measures.  
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:If you can retrieve the device, I can begin using it to locate Pandora's Box. I wish you luck, {{Character}}. In this hunt, our goals are one and the same.
 
:If you can retrieve the device, I can begin using it to locate Pandora's Box. I wish you luck, {{Character}}. In this hunt, our goals are one and the same.
  
* {{green|I'll be back shortly}}}}
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*{{green|I'll be back shortly}}}}
  
{{Cutscene
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{{Cutscene|Text=[[File:Experts in the Field Lilitu Captures Fusionette.jpg|thumb]]
|Text=[[File:Experts in the Field Lilitu Captures Fusionette.jpg|thumb]]
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{{divbox|lilitu| |You poor, ignorant thing... blessed with such power, and unable to use it.}}
'''Lilitu:''' You poor, ignorant thing... blessed with such power, and unable to use it.<br />
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'''Lilitu:''' {{Text-Lilitu|You don't even understand where your newfound strength comes from, do you?}}<br />
'''Lilitu:''' You don't even understand where your newfound strength comes from, do you?<br />
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'''Lilitu:''' {{Text-Lilitu|Soon, your power will be mi-}}<br />
'''Lilitu:''' Soon, your power will be mi-<br />
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'''Lilitu:''' {{Text-Lilitu|What? WHO DARES?!?}}<br />
'''Lilitu:''' What? WHO DARES?!?<br />
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'''Lilitu:''' {{Text-Lilitu|Ah... {{Character}}. This trap was not meant for you, but...}}<br />
'''Lilitu:''' Ah... {{Character}}. This trap was not meant for you, but...<br />
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'''Lilitu:''' {{Text-Lilitu|I would be most delighted to play with you anyway!}}}}
'''Lilitu:''' I would be most delighted to play with you anyway!}}
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{{NPC Text
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{{NPC Text|title=Fusionette Dialogue|type=villain|text=
|title=Fusionette dialogue
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'''Combat Start:'''
|text=&nbsp;
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:'''Fusionette:''' No offense, {{Character}}, but I can't let you have this artifact either.
''combat start''<br />
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:'''Fusionette:''' I can, however, offer you a nice, comfy jail cell...}}
Fusionette: No offense, {{Character}}, but I can't let you have this artifact either.<br />
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Fusionette: I can, however, offer you a nice, comfy jail cell...
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&nbsp;}}
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{{Cutscene
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{{Cutscene|Text=[[File:Experts in the Field Epilogue 02.jpg|thumb]]
|Text=[[File:Experts in the Field Epilogue 02.jpg|thumb]]
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'''James Harvan:''' Remarkable... simply remarkable!
 
'''James Harvan:''' Remarkable... simply remarkable!
  
'''Lastri Kayumanis''': This is hardly the time, Doctor.<br />
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'''Lastri Kayumanis:''' This is hardly the time, Doctor.<br />
'''Lastri Kayumanis''': We've found the Antikythera for you. It's time you upheld your end of the bargain.
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'''Lastri Kayumanis:''' We've found the Antikythera for you. It's time you upheld your end of the bargain.
  
'''James Harvan:''' You're right, of course. My apologies.<br />
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'''James Harvan:''' You're right, of course. My apologies.
'''James Harvan:''' The Antikythera's primary purpose is to measure and track power emanations, specifically tuned to Pandora's Box.<br />
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{{divbox|white| |The Antikythera's primary purpose is to measure and track power emanations, specifically tuned to Pandora's Box.<br />
'''James Harvan:''' I've been examining its readings ever since we left Oranbega, and what I've found is... well, it's unexpected.<br />
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I've been examining its readings ever since we left Oranbega, and what I've found is... well, it's unexpected.<br />
'''James Harvan:''' I'll need more time to study it, make sure I'm reading it correctly-
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I'll need more time to study it, make sure I'm reading it correctly-}}
  
'''Lastri Kayumanis''': Doctor, I understand your desire to be certain, but we are operating on a strict timetable here...
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'''Lastri Kayumanis:''' Doctor, I understand your desire to be certain, but we are operating on a strict timetable here...
  
'''James Harvan''': Well... since we departed Paragon, the signal I've been reading has only gotten weaker.
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'''James Harvan:''' Well... since we departed Paragon, the signal I've been reading has only gotten weaker.
  
'''Lieutenant Harriman''': Hold on, doc. Are you sayin'...
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'''Lieutenant Harriman:''' Hold on, doc. Are you sayin'...
  
 
'''James Harvan:''' I'm afraid so. At this moment, Pandora's Box lies somewhere...<br />
 
'''James Harvan:''' I'm afraid so. At this moment, Pandora's Box lies somewhere...<br />

Latest revision as of 01:02, 17 August 2014

Finale: The Key To Power

Briefing

Okay, boss. I think we're starting to close in, here. Lastri's already pumping Harvan for info, and we got something big. Harvan pointed us to something he called, 'The Key'. It's related to Pandora's Box somehow, and Harvan's convinced that if he can get his hands on it, then he can locate Pandora's Box for you. Sweet deal, right?

There's a catch, though. This key, it's a powerful artifact in its own right, and the Circle of Thorns have their grubby hands all over it. Lastri's in the middle of setting up an excursion to Paragon, and she asked me to send you to the Mitscher as soon as you're ready.

  • I'll head out, then.

Right. I'd lend you the support of some of my boys, but... frankly, I'm not sure they'd be much help. Subterranean caverns aren't exactly our strong suit. We're called the Sky Raiders for a reason, you know.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Lastri's almost finished with her preparations, Character. As soon as you're ready, the expedition's gonna head out.

Mission Objective(s)

Map: COT_ANTIKYTHERA

Lastri's team, professional as always, managed to get you into the lost city of Oranbega without incident. The rest is up to you.

  • Search Oranbega for The Key
    • Talk with Harvan
    • Search for the Antikythera
    • Defeat Lilitu
    • Defeat Fusionette

You have defeated Lilitu, and retrieved the Antikythera.

Enemies

Badge villain cot.png Circle of Thorns
V badge Vanguard.png Vanguard Shield

Notable NPCs

Briefing

Welcome to the lost city of Oranbega, sir. My men will attempt to fortify this position, to ensure that Dr. Harvan is well protected.

I suggest you confer with him about this artifact he's looking for. I doubt conditions in the rest of the city will be safe enough for him to accompany you.

  • Leave


Briefing

Harvan is examining the structure of the city carefully.

Amazing... judging by the sediment, I'd say this structure must be thousands of years old... but it clearly wasn't built this far underground, and it has hardly any structural damage...

Harvan finally notices you near him, and turns to you with a start.

Oh my! Oh... Character. I apologize. I find myself quite taken with this place. Simply fascinating.

  • We're here for a reason, doctor. The Key...?

Ah, yes, the Key! Well, not strictly a key, per se, but I found that to be the best way to describe it to your mercenary friend. It's really more of a... focus. At least, that's what my father's research implies.

The object is called the Antikythera. I'm not entirely sure on its history or origins. It could have been created to work in tandem with Pandora's Box, or perhaps it was made afterwards, in order to manipulate it... regardless, it is a tool of incredible potential, and I believe it is integral to locating Pandora's Box.

  • So, what am I looking for, exactly?
This selection loops to another branch of this conversation which is already documented.
  • Your... father's research?
Harvan nods studiously.
My life has been devoted to finding and studying Pandora's Box, but much of my research is actually based on my father's work. He obsessed over locating the Box, simply to prove its existence. Most of his work was disregarded by his peers, but his research has helped me immensely in my search.
The only obstacle I've encountered in my studies has been the lack of appropriate funding and manpower to track down the components of my father's work... but thanks to you, that is no longer a problem, now, is it?
  • So, what am I looking for, exactly?
The Antikythera's humble appearance belies its potential, Character. It is small, small enough to carry under one arm, and resembles an ancient measuring device. Which, I suppose, is true, though few know what the Antikythera truly measures.
You must be careful, Character. I do not know if the Circle of Thorns know the Antikythera's true purpose, but they are most certainly aware of the power inherent in the device. You will likely find the object to be well-guarded.
If you can retrieve the device, I can begin using it to locate Pandora's Box. I wish you luck, Character. In this hunt, our goals are one and the same.
  • I'll be back shortly


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Experts in the Field Lilitu Captures Fusionette.jpg

Lilitu: You don't even understand where your newfound strength comes from, do you?
Lilitu: Soon, your power will be mi-
Lilitu: What? WHO DARES?!?
Lilitu: Ah... Character. This trap was not meant for you, but...
Lilitu: I would be most delighted to play with you anyway!

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Experts in the Field Epilogue 02.jpg

James Harvan: Remarkable... simply remarkable!

Lastri Kayumanis: This is hardly the time, Doctor.
Lastri Kayumanis: We've found the Antikythera for you. It's time you upheld your end of the bargain.

James Harvan: You're right, of course. My apologies.

Lastri Kayumanis: Doctor, I understand your desire to be certain, but we are operating on a strict timetable here...

James Harvan: Well... since we departed Paragon, the signal I've been reading has only gotten weaker.

Lieutenant Harriman: Hold on, doc. Are you sayin'...

James Harvan: I'm afraid so. At this moment, Pandora's Box lies somewhere...
James Harvan: ...inside Paragon City.

Debriefing

Smooth operation as usual, boss. The more this goes on, the more it feels like we're holding all the cards. We've got Harvan and the Antikythera, and all anyone else has are bruises for getting in our way. That's the kind of M.O. I can get behind.

Still, I think we're at a point where I'm not gonna be of much use. My boys and I will keep your operations secure, but the search for this thing is way beyond our area of expertise. People like Lastri and Harvan are good at wrapping their heads around cosmic power, but I'm just not.

At the point when you start using one crazy artifact to track down another, well, that's when my brain checks out, and frankly, I kinda like it that way.