John Strobel

Overview

John Strobel
File:Contact John Strobel 01.jpg Citizen Defense Coalition Organizer
Zone	Talos Island
Coordinates	(-1180, 160, 6550)
Level Range	20-24
Introduced By	== Level 15-19 == Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard Cho Ge Karen Parker Warren Trudeau == Level 20-24 == Jim Bell Dr. Cheng Claire Childress Polly Cooper Kevin Cordell Dennis Ewell Georgia Fields Andrew Fiore Tyler French Vic Garland Oliver Haak Piper Irving Josef Keller Justine Kelly Jake Kim Amanda Loomis Lt. Col. Hugh McDougal Andrea Mitchell Melanie Peebles Wilma Peterson Hinckley Rasmussen Cain Royce Lt. Manuel Ruiz Kirsten Woods
Introduces	== Level 20-24 == Jim Bell Dr. Cheng Claire Childress Polly Cooper Kevin Cordell Dennis Ewell Georgia Fields Andrew Fiore Tyler French Vic Garland Oliver Haak Piper Irving Josef Keller Justine Kelly Jake Kim Amanda Loomis Lt. Col. Hugh McDougal Andrea Mitchell Melanie Peebles Wilma Peterson Hinckley Rasmussen Cain Royce Lt. Manuel Ruiz Kirsten Woods == Level 25-29 == Christine Lansdale
Enemy Groups	Sky Raiders Council The Family

John Strobel is a hero contact in the New Troy neighborhood of Talos Island at coordinates (-1180, 160, 6550) John Strobel is a Natural origin contact. His level range is 20-24.

Introductions

Contact Introduced By

Level 15-19

• Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard
• Cho Ge
• Karen Parker
• Warren Trudeau

Level 20-24

• Jim Bell
• Dr. Cheng
• Claire Childress
• Polly Cooper
• Kevin Cordell
• Dennis Ewell
• Georgia Fields
• Andrew Fiore
• Tyler French
• Vic Garland
• Oliver Haak
• Piper Irving
• Josef Keller
• Justine Kelly
• Jake Kim
• Amanda Loomis
• Lt. Col. Hugh McDougal
• Andrea Mitchell
• Melanie Peebles
• Wilma Peterson
• Hinckley Rasmussen
• Cain Royce
• Lt. Manuel Ruiz
• Kirsten Woods

Contact Introduces

Multiple contact options

Several people I am connected with want an introduction to you.

Single contact option

Someone in my network wants to meet you.

Level 20-24

• Jim Bell

Have you ever read any of Jim Bell's articles in the paper? He's a great reporter who's been doing a lot of articles on the Tsoo and the Warriors. Jim has access to Training Enhancements.

Jim is outspoken and opinionated, but he is extremely well informed.

• Dr. Cheng

There's a wise old man named Dr. Cheng who knows just about everything there is to know about the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. He has access to Training Enhancements.

Dr. Cheng is very wise, Hero. Pay close attention to his words.

• Claire Childress

Claire Childress is as much a part of the spirit world as our own. Some say she's flighty, but there are few in Paragon City who can provide more aid to one who seeks to battle the Freakshow or the Family. Claire has access to Training Enhancements.

Listen closely to her words; they may contain more information than you realize.

• Polly Cooper

I'd love for you to meet Polly Cooper. She's a coordinator for the Civil Air Patrol, and she knows a lot about the Sky Raiders and the Lost. Polly has access to Training Enhancements.

Miss Cooper is very skilled at her job and should prove to be a valuable asset to you.

• Kevin Cordell

I know a guy named Kevin Cordell who runs a small security consulting business. He's heard about you and would like to talk sometime about the Sky Raiders and the Lost. Kevin used to be a hero, and he still has access to Training Enhancements.

Kevin is not easily impressed, but I think you will do just fine with him, Character.

• Dennis Ewell

Do you ever read Dennis Ewell's columns? He's quite a writer, and he told me he'd like your help taking out the Tsoo and the Warriors. Dennis has access to Training Enhancements.

Dennis isn't convinced that the heroes of Paragon City are much better than the villains, but he is coming around.

• Georgia Fields

I have to admit that Georgia Fields doesn't have the best reputation. No one really knows how she gets her information, but she's an excellent source on the Sky Raiders and the Lost. She is usually able to get her hands on training enhancements.

If you are careful, Georgia can be of great assistance to you.

• Andrew Fiore

I think you should meet Andrew Fiore. Not only can he sell you quality electronics, but he's got information about lots of less savory business deals. He's helped more than a few heroes, especially with information about the Freakshow and the Family. Andrew has a lot of sources that give him access to Training Enhancements.

Andrew is a businessman first, but it's in his best interest to keep the heroes he works with up to date on information.

• Tyler French

There's an amazing guy named Tyler French who runs a youth sports program; it keeps troubled teens off the streets. He hears a lot and likes to help heroes out, especially with the Tsoo and the Warriors. Tyler has access to Training Enhancements.

Tyler is really great for the kids, Character. Help him out however you can.

• Vic Garland

I think you should talk to Vic Garland. He's a civil rights activist who's doing some important work against the Freakshow. He's also more than a little curious about the Family. He could really use your help. Vic has access to Training Enhancements.

Vic is uncompromising and fiercely loyal.

• Oliver Haak

If you can gain his confidence, Oliver Haak is a rich source of information on the occult. Don't be put off by his demeanor, Character, I know that you will impress him. He can really help you out against the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. Oliver has access to Training Enhancements.

Your actions will speak for you with Oliver.

• Piper Irving

I'd like you to go see my friend Piper Irving. She's an anthropologist working here in the city. She knows a ton about the obscure beliefs of the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. Piper knows where to get Training Enhancements.

I am sure you will find Piper quite knowledgeable.

• Josef Keller

I have no doubt you will enjoy working with Professor Keller

Although he is a bit eccentric, Joseph Keller has a great deal of knowledge. He can greatly aid anyone who wishes to go up against the Banished Pantheon or the Circle of Thorns. Professor Keller has access to Training Enhancements.

• Justine Kelly

If you ever have a computer problem or want a lead on some computer related crime, you should talk to Justine Kelly. She's a whiz at technical stuff and a bit of an online hero in her own right. Lately she has been focusing her attention on the Sky Raiders and the Lost. Justine has access to Training Enhancements.

Justine is a very skilled young lady.

• Jake Kim

There's a noted weapons expert named Jake Kim who's in town trying to stop the spread of illegal weaponry. He is focusing his efforts on the Freakshow and the Family. Jake has access to Training Enhancements.

Jake has a very specific agenda, but he can still help you clean up Paragon City.

• Amanda Loomis

The INS has a woman named Amanda Loomis who works well with heroes. She is trying to keep the Tsoo situation from turning any uglier than it already has, and she also has a deep interest in the Warriors. Amanda should be able to get you Training Enhancements.

Amanda likes to use metaphors, but she understands the realities of Paragon City all too well.

• Lt. Col. Hugh McDougal

I've been asked to tell you that Lt. Colonel Hugh McDougal of the Pentagon's Hero Outreach Program would like to meet with you about the Freakshow and the Family. His military connections give him access to Training Enhancements.

This could provide excellent connections for you in the future, Character.

• Andrea Mitchell

If you are looking for a partner to help you take down the Banished Pantheon, Andrea Mitchell would be a great choice. She is very dedicated and her connections are top notch. She also has a lot of interest in the Circle of Thorns. Andrea has access to Training Enhancements.

I have a good feeling about you and Andrea.

• Melanie Peebles

Melanie Peebles has the power to see things through her dreams. Her most recent dreams have been about the Sky Raiders and the Lost. Melanie has access to Training Enhancements.

Do not dismiss Melanie's guidance lightly.

• Wilma Peterson

Have you ever heard of Wilma Peterson from the Department of Waste Management? She's one of the folks in charge of disposing of hazardous waste, like Rikti technology. You should stop by and see her sometime; she's got her eye on the Freakshow and the Family right now. Wilma has access to Training Enhancements.

Treat Wilma with respect and you will have a solid contact.

• Hinckley Rasmussen

I know a rather interesting fellow named Hinckley Rasmussen. He works as a researcher for the Midnight Squad and takes an interest in helping heroes like you fight the Tsoo and the Warriors. Hinckley has access to Training Enhancements.

He is a bit eccentric, but Hinckley knows his stuff.

• Cain Royce

Cain Royce is strongly committed to his crusade against the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. You would do well to have him as an ally. Cain can get you Training Enhancements.

Paragon City's evil-doers will soon feel the weight of this choice.

• Lt. Manuel Ruiz

I'd like you to meet Lt. Manuel Ruiz from the Gang Unit. He specializes in running undercover operations, and he's always looking for trustworthy individuals to help him out with the Tsoo and the Warriors. The department supplies Lt. Ruiz with Training Enhancements.

Lt. Ruiz has put a lot of gangers away himself; he can help you do the same.

• Kirsten Woods

I've been asked to keep this very quiet, but someone from the CIA wants to meet you. Her name is Kirsten Woods and she knows quite a bit about the Sky Raiders. She also thinks there may be more to the Lost than meets the eye. As a CIA operative, Agent Woods has access to Training Enhancements.

Keep a low profile when you are working with Kirsten.

Level 25-29

• Christine Lansdale

My friend Christine Lansdale is a military consultant who often helps heroes like you deal with the Sky Raiders and the Family. Through her military contacts, she has access to training enhancements.

Christine is efficient and easy to work with. I am sure you will find her a useful contact.

Information

Citizen Defense Coalition Organizer

John Strobel is a retired police officer and army veteran who has served his city and country for over 30 years. When he retired he decided that there was still much he could do for the city, and so he formed the Citizen Defense Coalition, a group of retired or otherwise inactive individuals from law enforcement, the military, and the costumed hero business. The Coalition's main goal is to provide expertise to those actively involved in fighting crime. Although they seldom go out on the streets to battle villains anymore, they do provide valuable intelligence about what's going on in their neighborhoods. Many still retain their old snitches, informants, and contacts. John himself focuses his efforts on trying to rehabilitate good guys who have gone bad. He believes that it's possible to redeem some of the city's criminals, especially those like the Sky Raiders who have decent, military backgrounds.

Prior to Introduction

I'm just too busy for such things right now. You should help out on Active Contact's beat.

Initial Contact

Violence is not always the best solution to problems in Paragon City. I acknowledge, however, that it often is.

Greeting

• We got ourselves a situation here.
• I need you to look into something for me.

Too Busy

It's the quality of work, not the quantity, that counts. You shouldn't take on more jobs than you can handle.

No More Missions

My jobs wouldn't do justice to your talents, Character. You better look for work elsewhere.

Store

• Inspirations (Luck, Catch a Breath, Enrage)

I am starting to be very glad you came to me, my friend. I think I can let you in on a few Enhancements the Coalition's been keeping under wraps.

• Inspirations (all)
• Level 20 Natural/Technology Dual Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)
• Level 25 Natural/Technology Dual Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)

Working with an hero like you gives me a great deal of hope, Character. My most powerful Enhacements are now yours for the taking.

• Level 25 Natural Single Origin Enhancements (150% base costs)

Story Arc

Merit Rewards: This activity awards 9 Reward Merits.

Missions

Assist the Security Chief in Independence Port (24)

Briefing

Time to take a bite out of crime, Character. The Security Chief in Indy Port wants some help with those scumbags from the Family. Go lend him a hand.

Mission Acceptance

If you get a chance take a look at the Statue of Wavelength near the water. She was a speedster who fell in the Rikti War.

Assist the Security Chief

Unnecessary Solicitation

Help out the Security Chief with those Family goons.

Mission Objective(s)

• Assist the Security Chief

Security Chief (In­de­pend­ence Port)

Briefing

Here's some information on the area. We've been having a lot of trouble with the Family, especially in Crey Cove and Bell Point. I really need you to lend a hand.

Independence Port briefing

This is where many brave heroes defended the city against an invading space armada back in the 50's. Paragon City renamed the area Independence Port, in honor of the heroes who died in that epic battle. You'll see the big statue of Cassiopeia by the bridge; she was one of the famous heroes who died in that fight. It's a shame that organized crime runs the docks nowadays. The Family pulls all the strings here, despite the best efforts of law enforcement.

Keep peace in Independence Port

Unnecessary Solicitation

Deal with the Family for the Security Chief.

Mission Objective(s)

• Keep peace in Independence Port
  • Defeat 20 Family

You have defeated 25 Family thugs.

Enemies

The Family

Debriefing

Nice job helping clean up a historic zone, Character! Template:Mission Common Decrease the Council presence in Independence Port

Deliver package to Stephanie Peebles

Briefing

Have you ever been over to Striga Isle, Character? There's a woman there named Stephanie Peebles who needs our help. She's got all she can do trying to hold Port Noble together against the onslaught of the Council. Will you take this package over to Stephanie? I'd appreciate it if you didn't look inside. Oh, you might want to take some friends. It can get pretty dicey over there.

Mission Acceptance

The Council has managed to entrench itself on Striga Isle but good. If you can give Stephanie any assistance against them, I'm sure she'll be grateful. Of course, I hope you won't forget about your old friends here in Paragon City. We'll always be grateful for your help, too.

Here's the package. It's for Stephanie's eyes only.

Mysterious package

This package, intended for Stephanie Peebles, has a strange scent. Try as you might, you can't quite place it.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Stephanie's waiting for that package.

Mission Objective(s)

• Go see Stephanie Peebles

Stephanie Peebles

Debriefing

Thanks for the package, Character; I'm grateful. So, what do you think of Port Noble? Doesn't look like much, maybe? Well, it's my home. I've been doing what I can to kick those Council goons out, but I need more help. I'd appreciate it if you could stick around.

Otherwise, you can keep following leads from your other contacts. I'll always be here, and I'll always be grateful for assistance.

Editor's Note:

There is no debriefing from your original contact for this mission and no experience is given for it. Additionally, the mission will drop off your mission list automatically and you are not required to return to your contact to remove it. This is because it is intended to be an introduction to the contact Stephanie Peebles, and the Striga Isle arcs by extension.

See Siren's Call Liaison

Briefing

I don't know if you realized this, but as we speak, Paragon City is under assault. Over in Siren's Call, Lord Recluse and his men are making every effort to get themselves a foothold. If we let them manage it, we'll be in serious trouble. I'd appreciate it if you'd go speak with the Longbow Warzone Liaison over in Steel Canyon. She could use the help of heroes like you.

Siren's Call is a PVP zone, where you may be killed by other players.

Mission Acceptance

The Warzone Liaison can help you get the right contacts in Siren's Call.

Unnecessary Solicitation

The Warzone Liaison wants to speak to you about Siren's Call.

Mission Objective(s)

• Talk to Warzone Liaison

Longbow Warzone Liaison

Debriefing

If you're ready to take on a real challenge, you can be a big help to Longbow here in Siren's Call. We have to push Arachnos out. If you're willling, you can talk to Agent Brinson. He's got a number of missions that will swing the battle in Longbow's favor. Or you can talk to the Security Chief at the Longbow Base; he can tell you all about bounties.

Siren's Call is a PVP zone. If you enter, you may be killed by other players. Do not enter if you are not willing to risk this.

Debriefing

I hope the Warzone Liaison gave you the info you need to help out in Siren's Call. It would be a shame to lose that zone to Arachnos. Template:Mission Common Show the Sky Raiders Terra Volta isn't their personal property Template:Mission Common Stop the Council bombing Template:Mission Common Stop the Sky Raider bombing Template:Mission Common Stop the Sky Raiders before they can make off with Balsim's designs

External Links

• John Strobel at Red Tomax's Guide to City of Heroes