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== Overview ==
== Overview ==


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== Introductions ==
== Introductions ==
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=== Contact Introduces ===
=== Contact Introduces ===
I know just how you can contact the Magician, Rusty!
''I know just how you can contact the Magician, Rusty!''


{{NewContact The Dark Watcher (Praetorian)}}
{{NewContact The Dark Watcher (Praetorian)}}
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'''Hospital Patient'''
'''Hospital Patient'''


Penelope Yin, daughter of [[Wu Yin]], was 'enrolled' in the Mother of Mercy Psychiatric Hospital some time ago. This has caused Wu Yin to embark on a crusade to get his daughter back. Some PPD who stand guard in the hospital whisper rumors that Penelope Yin may be the most powerful psychic within the hospital; even more powerful than Praetor Tilman, though Yin's time in the hospital has possibly driven her mad.
Penelope Yin, daughter of [[Wu Yin (Praetorian)|Wu Yin]], was 'enrolled' in the Mother of Mercy Psychiatric Hospital some time ago. This has caused Wu Yin to embark on a crusade to get his daughter back. Some [[Praetorian Police Department|PPD]] who stand guard in the hospital whisper rumors that Penelope Yin may be the most powerful psychic within the hospital; even more powerful than [[Mother Mayhem|Praetor Tilman]], though Yin's time in the hospital has possibly driven her mad.


=== Prior to Introduction ===
=== Prior to Introduction ===
{{Missing Prior}}
''None''


=== Initial Contact ===
=== Initial Contact ===
{{color|darkorange|You hear the voice of a young woman in your head, her tone kind and light-hearted.}}
{{darkorange|You hear the voice of a young woman in your head, her tone kind and light-hearted.}}


Rusty! It's been so long since I've seen you, there's so much to say. I see all the Stars in the Mirror Kingdom. Some of them glow brighter than the others! Mother tells me I need to be careful about looking at the Stars, or else my brain will go poof! But you're a special Star, Rusty, because you're my Star! And because you're the Star that's going to save us all.
Rusty! It's been so long since I've seen you, there's so much to say. I see all the Stars in the Mirror Kingdom. Some of them glow brighter than the others! Mother tells me I need to be careful about looking at the Stars, or else my brain will go poof! But you're a special Star, Rusty, because you're my Star! And because you're the Star that's going to save us all.
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=== Too Busy ===
=== Too Busy ===
{{Missing Too Busy}}
Rusty, you're too busy playing in other people's imaginations!


=== Too Low Level ===
=== Too Low Level ===
{{Missing Too Low}}
''None''


=== No More Missions ===
=== No More Missions ===
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=== My Best Friend, Rusty ===
=== My Best Friend, Rusty ===
{{MeritAward|2}}
{{ArcAward|m=9}}


==== Souvenir ====
==== Souvenir ====
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'''Memory of Penelope Yin'''
'''Memory of Penelope Yin'''


When you look at the Clockwork in Praetoria, you sometimes can't help but think of them as 'teddy bears'. Penelope Yin referred to them in this manner during an experience you call...  
When you look at the [[Praetorian Clockwork|Clockwork]] in [[Praetoria]], you sometimes can't help but think of them as 'teddy bears'. Penelope Yin referred to them in this manner during an experience you call...  


'''My Best Friend, Rusty '''
'''My Best Friend, Rusty '''


Your time with Penelope Yin started with her calling you Rusty and asking you to stop the monster Glowball and the Dark Knights helping him to destroy the Mirror Kingdom. If you thought some of the members of the Resistance were bad with their way of speaking, Penelope Yin did them one better. After working with Penelope, you eventually found out what was happening; Metronome was working together with the Syndicate to increase his own power in the hopes of freeing Penelope Yin and making a 'perfect world'.  
Your time with Penelope Yin started with her calling you Rusty and asking you to stop the monster Glowball and the Dark Knights helping him to destroy the Mirror Kingdom. If you thought some of the members of [[the Resistance]] were bad with their way of speaking, Penelope Yin did them one better. After working with Penelope, you eventually found out what was happening; [[Metronome]] was working together with the [[Syndicate]] to increase his own power in the hopes of freeing Penelope Yin and making a 'perfect world'.  


The Syndicate were helping Metronome kidnap Seers to rip their souls out of their bodies and into the Clockwork, causing Metronome's own power to increase exponentially. You tried to stop this process, but were only able to bring the Seer Clockwork to the Resistance, where they would be well taken care of. You were able, however, to defeat the leader of this Syndicate cell with the help of Aaron Walker. The man's name was Gregory Vega. The Dark Watcher revealed to you that this man was part of a group named Malta. They were from Primal Earth and believed that super powered beings would lead to a tyrannical government.
The Syndicate were helping Metronome kidnap [[Seers]] to rip their souls out of their bodies and into the Clockwork, causing Metronome's own power to increase exponentially. You tried to stop this process, but were only able to bring the Seer Clockwork to the Resistance, where they would be well taken care of. You were able, however, to defeat the leader of this Syndicate cell with the help of [[Aaron Walker]]. The man's name was Gregory Vega. [[Dark Watcher (Praetorian)|The Dark Watcher]] revealed to you that this man was part of a group named [[Malta Operatives|Malta]]. They were from [[Primal Earth]] and believed that super powered beings would lead to a tyrannical government.


With the Syndicate out of the way, you faced off against Metronome's remaining Clockwork with the Noble Savage. The two of you stopped Metronome's ascension to power while learning a terrible secret; Cole had a massive army built and was preparing to invade Primal Earth! You saw some of the models of his 'War Walkers' in the lab with Metronome; if Cole had more of those, it would be the end of Primal Earth and the Resistance for sure.  
With the Syndicate out of the way, you faced off against Metronome's remaining Clockwork with the [[Noble Savage]]. The two of you stopped Metronome's ascension to power while learning a terrible secret; [[Tyrant|Cole]] had a massive army built and was preparing to invade Primal Earth! You saw some of the models of his '[[Imperial Defense Force#War Walker|War Walkers]]' in the lab with Metronome; if Cole had more of those, it would be the end of Primal Earth and the Resistance for sure.  


You returned to Penelope, who told you that she had Metronome in a safe place, for now. It was now time for you to go on your new 'tale' as she said. Perhaps one day, the two of you will get to meet face to face, if she ever brings down Praetor Tilman and escapes from her prison.
You returned to Penelope, who told you that she had Metronome in a safe place, for now. It was now time for you to go on your new 'tale' as she said. Perhaps one day, the two of you will get to meet face to face, if she ever brings down [[Mother Mayhem|Praetor Tilman]] and escapes from her prison.


==== Part One: The Legion of Black Knights ====
==== {{UL|Part One: The Legion of Black Knights}} ====


Rusty, the Mirror Kingdom is going to be in chaos if all the teddy bears are stolen away! The evil Glowball wants to use them for his own evil deeds. Glowball used to be like you, Rusty, he used to be my bestest friend! But now... Glowball thinks he knows what's best. He's become like the Shadowlord!  
Rusty, the Mirror Kingdom is going to be in chaos if all the teddy bears are stolen away! The evil Glowball wants to use them for his own evil deeds. Glowball used to be like you, Rusty, he used to be my bestest friend! But now... Glowball thinks he knows what's best. He's become like the Shadowlord!  
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{{green|Who... what? Glowball?}}
{{green|Who... what? Glowball?}}


''You see several images flash before you. One of Metronome, another of possessed Clockwork. The last is an image of members of the Syndicate. It would appear Penelope is trying to encode a message to you. The Syndicate are helping Metronome possess more Clockwork. While it does hurt Cole, Metronome also seeks to steal away Clockwork that the Resistance have. The Syndicate helping Metronome can only lead to something bad for both Cole and the Resistance. ''
''You see several images flash before you. One of [[Metronome]], another of possessed [[Praetorian Clockwork|Clockwork]]. The last is an image of members of the Syndicate. It would appear Penelope is trying to encode a message to you. The Syndicate are helping Metronome possess more Clockwork. While it does hurt [[Tyrant|Cole]], Metronome also seeks to steal away Clockwork that [[the Resistance]] have. The Syndicate helping Metronome can only lead to something bad for both Cole and the Resistance. ''


The Black Knight West is one of the knights that are helping Glowball, Rusty! You need to hurry and find him, Glowball's evil influence is spreading by the minute. If you don't stop him, he'll wipe out everyone in Mirror Kingdom!
The Black Knight West is one of the knights that are helping Glowball, Rusty! You need to hurry and find him, Glowball's evil influence is spreading by the minute. If you don't stop him, he'll wipe out everyone in Mirror Kingdom!
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|Additional=|Completion=You found some disturbing information from Master West's dossier.}}
|Additional=|Completion=You found some disturbing information from Master West's dossier.}}


{{Ambush|Failing to defeat the Syndicate communicator will result in at least four waves of incoming Syndicate.}}


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''
* Syndicate
* Master West (Syndicate Sword Master)


{{NPC Text|title=Penelope Yin dialogue|text=Rusty, watch out for the Black Knights, they know you're here!<br />
{{enemy Syndicate}}
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The Good King would've never let the Black Knights help Glowball. I just wish Glowball would go back to being my bestest friend again...<br />
'''Notable NPCs'''
The Black Knights don't care if Glowball hurts my Playtime Friends, Rusty. But Glowball doesn't realize the monster he's turning into!<br />
 
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* Master West {{Named|Faction=Syndicate|Type=Sword Master}} (Boss)
'''End of Mission:'''<br />
 
Way to go, Rusty! You're the best! Just don't turn evil, okay? Power can do that to people. Just look at Glowball. I miss talking to him, he used to be so nice. The Black Knights have an evil plan to use poor Glowball. They even know what Glowball is doing to my Playtime Friends. That's what Glowball wants to do to me, even though I tell him that it isn't a good thing. <br />
 
Those Black Knights don't care about Glowball at all, Rusty. They just want to use him for their own evil quest to take over Mirror Kingdom! But we'll stop them, that's what the heroes do!}}
 
{{Ambush|
 
'''After entering the mission''' you will be ambushed by '''Syndicate thugs'''}}
 
{{Ambush|
 
Failing to defeat the Syndicate communicator will result in at least four waves of incoming Syndicate.}}
 
{{divbox|lavender| |
''Rusty, watch out for the Black Knights, they know you're here!''}}
{{divbox|lavender| |
''The Good King would've never let the Black Knights help Glowball. I just wish Glowball would go back to being my bestest friend again...''<br />
''The Black Knights don't care if Glowball hurts my Playtime Friends, Rusty. But Glowball doesn't realize the monster he's turning into!''}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Syndicate Dialogue|text=
'''Syndicate 1:''' ''What about overseas? I heard there's some cities being rebuilt. ''<br />
'''Syndicate 2:''' ''With power divided, we need to focus on taking Praetoria. The rest will fall just as easily. ''<br />
}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Ambush Dialogue|text=
'''Ambush:'''
:''We've got a [[Powers Division]] on the premises! ''
:''Corner the Powers Division! ''
:''This is our territory. You are not allowed in here! ''
:''Stay out of our business! ''
}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Master West Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:''' ''What's that? Yes, I've had the others deliver the [[Seers]] to the proper place. We've gotten the Clockwork there too. All according to plan. ''<br />
'''Combat start:''' ''Powers Division? You don't know what you're walking into! ''<br />
}}
 
{{Mission Clue|Name=Syndicate branching|Text=You found some documents dealing with the Syndicate and their group splitting. Ever since [[Wu Yin|Mr. Yin]] defected to the Resistance, the Syndicate have been in a major power struggle. There's been rumors of a concrete faction growing more and more powerful, led by a man whose name is known  only to those closest to him. Other, more disturbing rumors are that this man intends to use Metronome to throw the Resistance and [[Tyrant|Cole]] into chaos, allowing he and his group to gain a foothold of power within [[Praetoria]].}}
 
{{Mission Clue|Name=Syndicate and Metronome|Text=You found a dossier on Master West outlining the Syndicate's plan with Metronome. It has very detailed information on how Metronome operates; whoever found this must have been observing Metronome for quite some time.
 
Metronome has been gathering Seers and killing them, in a sense. He uses his power to transfer their souls into that of the Clockwork, allowing them to live 'freely' inside of their bodies. The more Seers that are around Metronome, , either in their Clockwork bodies or in their normal bodies, the more powerful he becomes. There is a disturbing note at the end of the dossier:
 
'Get him enough Seers and he will have more than enough power to spread unbrided chaos through the city and the tunnels. Cole, the Resistance, Metronome, they'll all be wiped out, and then we move in. Yin was too soft, he lacked the courage to make a move. Things will change now. I promise.'}}
 


'''Debriefing'''
'''Debriefing'''


(See Penelope Yin dialogue)
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''Way to go, Rusty! You're the best! Just don't turn evil, okay? Power can do that to people. Just look at Glowball. I miss talking to him, he used to be so nice. The Black Knights have an evil plan to use poor Glowball. They even know what Glowball is doing to my Playtime Friends. That's what Glowball wants to do to me, even though I tell him that it isn't a good thing.'' <br />
''Those Black Knights don't care about Glowball at all, Rusty. They just want to use him for their own evil quest to take over Mirror Kingdom! But we'll stop them, that's what the heroes do!''}}
 
==== {{UL|Part Two: The Princess in the Tower}} ====


==== Part Two: The Princess in the Tower ====
===== {{UL|Rescue Penelope's 'Playtime Friends'}} =====


Did you hear what one of the Black Knights said, Rusty? They've kidnapped some of my Playtime Friends for Glowball to put into the Teddy Bears! I didn't know that me and my friends made Glowball more powerful... do you think that's why he's turned evil? Mommy said that's what happened to the Shadowlord, that he used to be a White Knight until his power made him go bad!  
Did you hear what one of the Black Knights said, Rusty? They've kidnapped some of my Playtime Friends for Glowball to put into the Teddy Bears! I didn't know that me and my friends made Glowball more powerful... do you think that's why he's turned evil? Mommy said that's what happened to the Shadowlord, that he used to be a White Knight until his power made him go bad!  
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{{green|Right. I think. Where are your friends?}}
{{green|Right. I think. Where are your friends?}}


''You see an image flash before your eyes of an office within Neutropolis. ''
''You see an image flash before your eyes of an office within [[Neutropolis]]. ''


There it is! You can just -  
There it is! You can just -  


Uh oh, Rusty. Mother is coming! We'll talk later on once you're done saving all the princesses from all the castles!
Uh oh, Rusty. [[Mother Mayhem|Mother]] is coming! We'll talk later on once you're done saving all the princesses from all the castles!


'''Unsolicited Contact'''
'''Unsolicited Contact'''
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=While seeing Cole defeated by his Clockwork ''would'' be poetic justice, the price of hundreds of innocent lives is too steep to pay. You'll have to put a stop to Metronome and the Syndicate, starting with rescuing the Seer in this building!|Primary=Rescue Penelope's 'Playtime Friends'|Secondary=Track down the kidnapped Seer|Additional=|Completion=It was too late to rescue this Seer, but you can still find them in their Clockwork bodies if you hurry.}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=While seeing Cole defeated by his Clockwork ''would'' be poetic justice, the price of hundreds of innocent lives is too steep to pay. You'll have to put a stop to Metronome and the Syndicate, starting with rescuing the Seer in this building!|Primary=Rescue Penelope's 'Playtime Friends'|Secondary=Track down the kidnapped Seer|Additional=|Completion=It was too late to rescue this Seer, but you can still find them in their Clockwork bodies if you hurry.}}


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''
* Syndicate
* Rogue Clockwork


{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Dead Seer|Text=''This Seer is dead, killed by Metronome's Clockwork. It looks like Metronome ensured she did not suffer. An image flashes in your mind from Penelope. It's of the tunnels in Neutropolis. The Clockwork that contain this and other seers are located there.''}}
{{enemy Syndicate}}
{{enemy Rogue Clockwork}}
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
 
* Dead Seer (NPC, deceased)
 
 
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Dead Seer|Text=''This Seer is dead, killed by [[Metronome]]'s Clockwork. It looks like Metronome ensured she did not suffer. An image flashes in your mind from Penelope. It's of the tunnels in Neutropolis. The Clockwork that contain this and other [[seers]] are located there.''}}


{{NPC Text|title=Penelope Yin dialogue|text=Pssst, Rusty. Mother is dealing with a new Playtime Friend, so I get to come back to play with you!<br />
(Near the entrance)
{{divbox|lavender| |
''Pssst, Rusty. Mother is dealing with a new Playtime Friend, so I get to come back to play with you!''}}
 
(Some time later)
{{divbox|lavender| |
''Glowball used to be so lonely, wandering around by himself. But then I found him and brought him back to people! He was so happy, Rusty!''<br />
''We used to talk all the time... I think I was his only friend. He was so lonely, Rusty. So lonely and so sad...''}}
 
(When looking at the Dead Seer)
{{divbox|lavender| |
''But then... R-rusty? Is that... one of my Playtime Friends...? No... Glowball...!'' }}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Syndicate Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:'''
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Is it done? ''
:'''Syndicate 2:''' ''We've got them moved already. Brandt will have what he needs.''
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Why do you call him that? He's not Brandt anymore.''
'''Combat start:'''
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''How did you find out about this? ''
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'''Syndicate 1:''' ''My son is turning ten today, you know.''<br />
'''Syndicate 2:''' ''I don't want to know.  You know the rules, private life is kept out of affairs. [[Wu Yin|Yin]] made that mistake.''
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Glowball used to be so lonely, wandering around by himself. But then I found him and brought him back to people! He was so happy, Rusty!<br />
'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Rumor has it that Cole has some of the new world leaders coming into town.''<br />
We used to talk all the time... I think I was his only friend. He was so lonely, Rusty. So lonely and so sad...<br />
'''Syndicate 2:''' ''That's why this plan is so important. Do you think they'll support him after seeing more chaos?''
}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Clockwork Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:''' ''...all for Penelope... why won't she speak with me anymore...? ''<br />
'''Combat start:''' ''...you... I can see it... YOU! Why does she speak to YOU! ''<br />
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'''When looking at the Dead Seer:'''<br />
'''Clockwork 1:''' ''I'm the only one... Who can be called Rusty...''<br />
But then... R-rusty? Is that... one of my Playtime Friends...? No... Glowball...! }}
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...she has lost her way... Because of her frail human body... That can be fixed...''
}}
 
===== {{UL|Retrieve the Clockwork Seers}} =====


{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Within these tunnels are the Seers that Metronome has forced into the cold, mechanical bodies of the Clockwork.|Primary=Retrieve the Clockwork Seers|Secondary=3 Seers to recover|Additional=|Completion=You've rescued all the Clockwork Seers in the underground!}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Within these tunnels are the Seers that Metronome has forced into the cold, mechanical bodies of the Clockwork.|Primary=Retrieve the Clockwork Seers|Secondary=3 Seers to recover|Additional=|Completion=You've rescued all the Clockwork Seers in the underground!}}
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''You can't seem to get in touch with Penelope.''
''You can't seem to get in touch with Penelope.''
[[File:ClockworkSeer1.jpg|right|thumb|100px|{{center|Clockwork Seer}}]]


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''
* Syndicate
 
* Neuron's Clockwork
{{enemy Syndicate}}
* Rogue Clockwork
{{enemy Neuron's Clockwork}}
{{enemy Anti-Matter's Clockwork}}
{{enemy Rogue Clockwork}}
 


'''Notable NPCs'''
'''Notable NPCs'''
* 3 x Clockwork Seers (Resistance Clockwork, Hostages)


:'''''Clockwork Seer:''' You can hear the sound of Seer souls trapped within this mechanical body. It appears Metronome's process of transference isn't foolproof.''
* {{Named|Faction=Syndicate|Type=Sword Master}} (Boss) x3 (One guarding each Seer)
* [[Resistance Clockwork#Clockwork Seer|Clockwork Seer]] x3 (NPC Hostages, non-escort)
 
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Metronome Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:'''
:'''Clockwork 1:''' ''...They will all see... the power that awaits... ''
:'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...she will see, that I can protect her... ''
 
'''Combat start:'''
:'''Clockwork 1:''' ''You! You do not deserve...''
:'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...to be called Rusty!''
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'''Clockwork 1:''' ''I can hear their voices... echo in the suits of my Clockwork... ''<br />
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''No longer... will I be alone... ''<br />
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'''Clockwork 1:''' ''I will stop [[Tyrant|Cole]]... stop [[Calvin Scott (Praetorian)|Scott]]... stop them all... ''<br />
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...all with the Syndicate... changing their ways to aid me... ''<br />
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'''Clockwork 1:''' ''We will live forever... no more wars... ''<br />
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...just one more... you bring peace and life to us all... and to Penelope... ''<br />
}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Clockwork Seers Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:''' '' ''<br />
:'''Clockwork Seer:''' ''I can't feel my skin... What am I? ''
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Look, this is how it has to be, for us to gain control. I'm sorry. ''
'''Combat start:''' '' ''<br />
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Just back off, {{Character}}! There's no room for you in our vision of a new world!''
 
'''Once free:''' ''Thank you. Ill find where the Resistance stay. That's... the only place for me to go now, isn't it?''
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'''Before combat:''' '' ''<br />
:'''Clockwork Seer:''' ''It... hurts... can't feel anything... ''
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''I think i preferred it when they were seers.At least then they were a little quieter. ''
'''Combat start:''' '' ''<br />
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''You've gotten in our way for too long, {{Character}}!''
:'''Clockwork Seer:''' ''Please... help me...''
 
'''Once free:''' ''Thank you...I-I don't know where to go. Can the Resistance help me?''
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'''Before combat:'''
:'''Clockwork Seer:''' ''What has happened to me? Where am I? All I remember is a woman... telling me to call her Mother... ''
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''We're taking you somewhere safe. Don't worry. Just keep following us.''
'''Combat start:''' '' ''<br />
:'''Syndicate 1:''' ''{{Character}}, I don't know how you keep finding us, but it ends today! ''
'''Once free:'''
:''Where should I go to now?''
:''The Resistance?''
:''Will they be able to tell me who I am?''
}}
 


'''Debriefing'''
'''Debriefing'''
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I think that's when Glowball decided he had to save me from Mother and my tower. But I don't need saving, Rusty! I'm a grown woman, I can handle it. But Mirror Kingdom, my Playtime Friends, the Blue Fishes, they all need to be saved, and you're going to do it, Rusty!
I think that's when Glowball decided he had to save me from Mother and my tower. But I don't need saving, Rusty! I'm a grown woman, I can handle it. But Mirror Kingdom, my Playtime Friends, the Blue Fishes, they all need to be saved, and you're going to do it, Rusty!


==== Part Three: A Prince and the Magician ====
==== {{UL|Part Three: A Prince and the Magician}} ====
 
===== {{UL|Speak with Aaron Walker}} =====


We've got to figure out who is leading the Black Knights and stop him before they make Glowball do something horrible, Rusty. I think I know someone who can help us! I call him the Prince, he's a funny man, but he's kinda mean. They say he fought against Mr. Raspberry once, but I dunno about that. Mr. Raspberry is real mean and nasty, I don't think the Prince could fight him. The Prince is kind of mean like Mr. Raspberry, but he has a heart of gold, Rusty, I swear! If anyone can help us save the Teddy Bears, it'll be the Prince!  
We've got to figure out who is leading the Black Knights and stop him before they make Glowball do something horrible, Rusty. I think I know someone who can help us! I call him the Prince, he's a funny man, but he's kinda mean. They say he fought against Mr. Raspberry once, but I dunno about that. Mr. Raspberry is real mean and nasty, I don't think the Prince could fight him. The Prince is kind of mean like Mr. Raspberry, but he has a heart of gold, Rusty, I swear! If anyone can help us save the Teddy Bears, it'll be the Prince!  
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Speak with Aaron Walker|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Speak with Aaron Walker|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=}}


{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Aaron Walker|Text=Hey what's up, {{Character}}? You working with that weird chick who was tapping in my brain? Gotta say, not a fan of that, not a fan of that at all. Last time someone was in my brain, it was Neuron and he messed it all up. So you gotta excuse me if I'm a little protective of this precious area around here.  
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Aaron Walker|Text=Hey what's up, {{Character}}? You working with that weird chick who was tapping in my brain? Gotta say, not a fan of that, not a fan of that at all. Last time someone was in my brain, it was [[Neuron]] and he messed it all up. So you gotta excuse me if I'm a little protective of this precious area around here.  


She still all kind of crazy talking on you? Me, I think it's all an act, but that's just me. I'm kinda not so groovy on her, on account that she just keeps on trying to bug me! I'll be hacking into something and I'll hear this little blip of a voice, totally distracts me from what I'm doing.
She still all kind of crazy talking on you? Me, I think it's all an act, but that's just me. I'm kinda not so groovy on her, on account that she just keeps on trying to bug me! I'll be hacking into something and I'll hear this little blip of a voice, totally distracts me from what I'm doing.


{{green|(Let Aaron continue to rant)}}
{{green| '''1''' - (Interrupt Aaron's rant with the request)<br />
'''2''' - (Let Aaron continue to rant)}}
 
 
''1 - (Interrupt Aaron's rant with the request)''
 
What? [[Syndicate]] working together with [[Metronome]]? That's some serious bad news. Syndicate, for one thing, are backstabbing good for nothings. I'm not saying that out of spite, I'm saying that out of all the stuff I've seen them working on. Second thing, Metronome, crazy guy who thinks humanity is dying or something. I don't like hacking into his stuff, not one bit.
 
But you're going after both of them huh? Should've figured you'd be up to something like that. Sure, I'll help you out. Why not?
 
I actually already got something for you. Just did it two seconds after you mentioned the whole problem. Don't be surprised. You're surprised, right? Right, don't be. So, I can't get you the exact information on who is leading this band of Syndicate, but I know how. There's a warehouse nearby full of Clockwork that this Metronome guy has taken over. You bust them up, I'll gather the data on them, put the puzzle together, and figure out who exactly is pulling Metronome's strings.
 
If you want an easier way, take this here virus of mine. You just gotta upload it onto any computer in that warehouse. It'll stream into all the Clockwork and short-circuit 'em, while I get the info. I know, I'm that good.


It's like, you know, I'm in the middle of doing a lot of things, I got my mind hacking something, while also looking up info on what's going on with rebuilding stuff in Tokyo, don't even get me started on the big news about Cole's big plan. I've got all my hacks on pins and needles and then BAM, some sort of giggle in my mind and someone calling me 'the Prince' and everything just goes out of whack!  
{{green|Alright, thanks Aaron}}
 
 
''2 - (Let Aaron continue to rant)''
 
It's like, you know, I'm in the middle of doing a lot of things, I got my mind hacking something, while also looking up info on what's going on with rebuilding stuff in Tokyo, don't even get me started on the big news about [[Tyrant|Cole]]'s big plan. I've got all my hacks on pins and needles and then BAM, some sort of giggle in my mind and someone calling me 'the Prince' and everything just goes out of whack!  


It's enough to make a guy wanna hack into someone's mind, but that's off limits, I ain't doing that. Why? 'cause I'm better than Neuron, that's why.
It's enough to make a guy wanna hack into someone's mind, but that's off limits, I ain't doing that. Why? 'cause I'm better than Neuron, that's why.
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{{green|Okay, Aaron. I need your help.}}
{{green|Okay, Aaron. I need your help.}}


What? Syndicate working together with Metronome? That's some serious bad news. Syndicate, for one thing, are backstabbing good for nothings. I'm not saying that out of spite, I'm saying that out of all the stuff I've seen them working on. Second thing, Metronome, crazy guy who thinks humanity is dying or something. I don't like hacking into his stuff, not one bit.  
What? [[Syndicate]] working together with [[Metronome]]? That's some serious bad news. Syndicate, for one thing, are backstabbing good for nothings. I'm not saying that out of spite, I'm saying that out of all the stuff I've seen them working on. Second thing, Metronome, crazy guy who thinks humanity is dying or something. I don't like hacking into his stuff, not one bit.  


But you're going after both of them huh? Should've figured you'd be up to something like that. Sure, I'll help you out. Why not?  
But you're going after both of them huh? Should've figured you'd be up to something like that. Sure, I'll help you out. Why not?  
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{{green|Alright, thanks Aaron}}}}
{{green|Alright, thanks Aaron}}}}
===== {{UL|Retrieve Clockwork info for Aaron}} =====


{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You're here.|Primary=Retrieve Clockwork info for Aaron|Secondary=Destroy all the Clockwork OR enter Aaron Walker's virus to disable them|Additional=|Completion=You've gotten the data you need for Aaron Walker to track down the Syndicate leader!}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You're here.|Primary=Retrieve Clockwork info for Aaron|Secondary=Destroy all the Clockwork OR enter Aaron Walker's virus to disable them|Additional=|Completion=You've gotten the data you need for Aaron Walker to track down the Syndicate leader!}}


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''
* Neuron's Clockwork
 
{{enemy Neuron's Clockwork}}
 
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Metronome Dialogue|text=
'''Clockwork 1:''' ''Penelope... can you hear me? It's Rusty... speak to me... I'm near my victory... ''<br />
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...I will free you from that prison of yours... you will not be bound by anything ever again... ''<br />
----
'''Clockwork 1:''' ''...so many gathered... soon, I will open up the misteries... ''<br />
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''... of what [[Tyrant|Cole]] has gathered beneath [[Neutropolis]]... ''<br />
----
'''Clockwork 1:''' ''...the pain of death... ''<br />
'''Clockwork 2:''' ''...sliping away from life... never again... will face that... never... Again... ! ''<br />
}}
 
===== {{UL|Take down Gregory Vega}} =====


{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You see nearby in the lab a figure in a black trenchcoat. That must be the man named Dark Watcher.|Primary=Take down Gregory Vega|Secondary=Speak with Dark Watcher
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You see nearby in the lab a figure in a black trenchcoat. That must be the man named Dark Watcher.|Primary=Take down Gregory Vega|Secondary=Speak with Dark Watcher
** Take down Gregory Vega  
** Take down Gregory Vega
** Defeat Gregory Vega
** Defeat Gregory Vega
|Additional=|Completion=You defeated Gregory Vega, the head of the Syndicate cell!}}
|Additional=|Completion=You defeated Gregory Vega, the head of the Syndicate cell!}}
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'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''


''You're unable to reach Penelope. It's likely that 'Mother' is around her at the moment.''
''You're unable to reach Penelope. It's likely that '[[Mother Mayhem|Mother]]' is around her at the moment.''
[[File:GregoryVega1.jpg|thumb|100px|{{center|Gregory Vega}}]]
 


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''
* Syndicate
* Gregory Vega (Syndicate)


:''Gregory Vega is the man behind the Syndicate plot to aid Metronome. Putting him down will scatter the Syndicate and slow down Metronome's plans!''
{{enemy Syndicate}}
 


'''Notable NPCs'''
'''Notable NPCs'''
* [[Syndicate#Gregory Vega|Gregory Vega]]
* Dark Watcher (Contact NPC))
* Dark Watcher (Contact NPC))
{{clr}}


{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Dark Watcher|Text=Hello, {{Character}}. Allow me to introduce myself. I am Dark Watcher. I shall be upfront with you, as you deserve to know this. I am not from your dimension. I am from a place called Primal Earth. Perhaps you've heard of it.  
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Dark Watcher|ContactLink=Dark Watcher (Praetorian)|Text=Hello, {{Character}}. Allow me to introduce myself. I am Dark Watcher. I shall be upfront with you, as you deserve to know this. I am not from your dimension. I am from a place called [[Primal Earth]]. Perhaps you've heard of it.  


I ''was'' here in this lab today to handle a situation before it grew too out of control... but with your presence here, I believe I can take my leave. It's somewhat dangerous, you could say, for me to be out and about like this.
I ''was'' here in this lab today to handle a situation before it grew too out of control... but with your presence here, I believe I can take my leave. It's somewhat dangerous, you could say, for me to be out and about like this.
''(Those who have worked with Robert Flores in the past will find a different introduction:)''
Hello, {{Character}}. I've been following your exploits ever since your work with a one Robert Flores. I appreciated the information you gave me regarding Edward Polstra. Rest assured, that information is in the right hands. I'm grateful to see that you are here. It is rare that I must make an appearance in 'public' like this, but this... was a matter that someone had to attend to.
''(Those who met Dark Watcher in Anti-Matter's Arc will find a different introduction:)''
{{Character}}, good to see you again. I have to say, I'm a little surprised to see you working with the Resistance now. I had thought, given your previous actions, you were someone who was on the side of the Loyalists. I must say, this is a very... interesting development, to say the least.


{{green|Why were you here?}}
{{green|Why were you here?}}


I am here because of Gregory Vega, the man heading this group of the Syndicate. If you are here, you are no doubt aware that he is behind the plot to power Metronome to the point where he becomes too powerful for anyone to deal with. There is something important you should know about Gregory Vega, {{Character}}. Much like myself, Vega is not from this world. He is from Primal Earth and is part of a group called Malta.  
I am here because of Gregory Vega, the man heading this group of the Syndicate. If you are here, you are no doubt aware that he is behind the plot to power [[Metronome]] to the point where he becomes too powerful for anyone to deal with. There is something important you should know about Gregory Vega, {{Character}}. Much like myself, Vega is not from this world. He is from Primal Earth and is part of a group called [[Malta Operatives|Malta]].  


They are a group who seek to wipe out super powered beings, believing that they... well, we, have the capability of controlling and bending the people to our will.  
They are a group who seek to wipe out super powered beings, believing that they... well, we, have the capability of controlling and bending the people to our will.  
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{{green|So, Malta is trying to attack Praetoria?}}
{{green|So, Malta is trying to attack Praetoria?}}


Exactly. They've been careful about sending agents through. They can't risk a full scale invasion, even though one is coming. This particular agent made his move after the Syndicate Corporation Wars. It seems he believes that this will weaken all the factions within Praetoria.  
Exactly. They've been careful about sending agents through. They can't risk a full scale invasion, even though one is coming. This particular agent made his move after the Syndicate Corporation Wars. It seems he believes that this will weaken all the factions within [[Praetoria]].  


Of course, without the backing of the main group of Malta, he has only the allies he has made in the Syndicate to rely on. That is why it is up to you, {{Character}}, to handle this situation. I must ensure that my presence is kept as best a secret as possible. When you've finished with them, the girl, Penelope, will be able to tell you where to find Metronome's main base of operations.  
Of course, without the backing of the main group of Malta, he has only the allies he has made in the Syndicate to rely on. That is why it is up to you, {{Character}}, to handle this situation. I must ensure that my presence is kept as best a secret as possible. When you've finished with them, the girl, Penelope, will be able to tell you where to find Metronome's main base of operations.  


Do try to show some patience around the girl, {{Character}}. Penelope entered Tilman's 'hospital' some time ago in an effort to destroy Tilman from the inside out. She puts on a front to try to conceal herself from Tilman, though I am afraid she has been doing it for so long that she is starting to blur the line between who she is and who she is pretending to be.
Do try to show some patience around the girl, {{Character}}. Penelope entered [[Mother Mayhem|Tilman]]'s 'hospital' some time ago in an effort to destroy Tilman from the inside out. She puts on a front to try to conceal herself from Tilman, though I am afraid she has been doing it for so long that she is starting to blur the line between who she is and who she is pretending to be.


{{green|Alright, I'll do my best with the situation at hand.}}
{{green|Alright, I'll do my best with the situation at hand.}}
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{{green|You too, Dark Watcher.}}}}
{{green|You too, Dark Watcher.}}}}


{{NPC Text|title=Penelope Yin dialogue|text=''(Soon after sighting the Dark Watcher:)''<br />
(Soon after sighting the Dark Watcher:)
It's the Magician! I KNEW he rode here on his horse!<br />
{{divbox|lavender| |
''It's the Magician! I KNEW he rode here on his horse!''}}
 
(Some time later:)
{{divbox|lavender| |
''The Magician's words about what I'm doing is true, Rusty! I love Mother very much and want to see her get what she deserves!''
}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Syndicate Dialogue|text=
'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Do you think this is really a good idea? [[Metronome]] using [[Tyrant|Cole]]'s army? ''<br />
'''Syndicate 2:''' ''Would you rather Cole used it? ''<br />
----
'''Syndicate 1:''' ''How did we not know about this? About Cole's plans? ''<br />
'''Syndicate 2:''' ''Just calm down. We remain calm and we will handle the situation. ''<br />
----
----
''(Later:)''<br />
'''Syndicate 1:''' ''Vega says that he knows exactly how to deal with this situation. ''<br />
The Magician's words about what I'm doing is true, Rusty! I love Mother very much and want to see her get what she deserves!}}
'''Syndicate 2:''' ''The more he talks, the more I think he knows something we don't... ''<br />
}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Gregory Vega Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:''' ''I'll just need to build time until the message is ready... I knew this was all for something. I -knew- it. ''<br />
'''Combat start:''' ''{{Character}}. I've dealt with plenty of MHIs in the past. You'll be no different ''<br />
}}
 
{{Mission Clue|Name=The Malta Guard|Text=You were able to intercept the transmission that Gregory Vega was making. You play it back from the beginning to hear what he was going to say...
 
'With the help of this Metronome, I have discovered that our worst case scenario is coming true. Marcus Cole has created a massive army, the likes of which we have never seen before. He intends to launch everything he has at [[Primal Earth]]. I've seen the schematics of some of his machines. They make ours look like [[Council]] toys. I'm making a full recommendation to-'
 
The message cuts off there.}}
 


'''Debriefing'''
'''Debriefing'''
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We have no time though, Glowball found where Shadowlord is making some of his most powerful weapons. He's become so powerful that he's going to use all the teddy bears he has to become one BIG teddy bear that the Shadowlord made! If Glowball does that... I don't even want to think about what's going to happen!
We have no time though, Glowball found where Shadowlord is making some of his most powerful weapons. He's become so powerful that he's going to use all the teddy bears he has to become one BIG teddy bear that the Shadowlord made! If Glowball does that... I don't even want to think about what's going to happen!


==== Part Four: On the Brink of Power ====
==== {{UL|Part Four: On the Brink of Power}} ====


The final battle is here, Rusty! Are you ready to stop Glowball before he becomes consumed by the evil power? Please, don't hate Glowball, Rusty. He was a good person once, until... until he lost his faith in humanity! He doesn't think us humans are strong enough to fight, he thinks that we can only be at our best if we're all teddy bears, but I say he's wrong! I say that maybe we can be weak, but together we can take the fight to the Shadowlord and free the Mirror Kingdom! And to do that, we need to save Glowball from himself!  
The final battle is here, Rusty! Are you ready to stop Glowball before he becomes consumed by the evil power? Please, don't hate Glowball, Rusty. He was a good person once, until... until he lost his faith in humanity! He doesn't think us humans are strong enough to fight, he thinks that we can only be at our best if we're all teddy bears, but I say he's wrong! I say that maybe we can be weak, but together we can take the fight to the Shadowlord and free the Mirror Kingdom! And to do that, we need to save Glowball from himself!  
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** Three minutes until all Clockwork are fully activated
** Three minutes until all Clockwork are fully activated
|Additional=|Completion=You've stopped Metronome's rise to power.}}
|Additional=|Completion=You've stopped Metronome's rise to power.}}
[[File:PraetorianArmy1.jpg|thumb|250px|right|{{center|Cole's Army, Metronome's Army}}]]


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''
* Metronome Clockwork (Neuron's Clockwork)
 
{{enemy Neuron's Clockwork}}
(Metronome Clockwork)  
 


'''Notable NPCs'''
'''Notable NPCs'''
* Noble Savage (Failed Experiments Elite Boss, Ally)


{{NPC Text|title=Penelope Yin dialogue|text='''At end of mission:'''<br />
* [[Failed Experiments#Noble Savage|Noble Savage]] (Elite Boss, Ally)
You're the hero of all the stories, Rusty! I've got Glowball contained in one of the Teddy Bears, but I don't know how long I can hold him, given the... well, the Magician told you the fairy tale that I'm in, so you know. I wish... I wish that Glowball would become good again. I would like that a lot. Maybe then, you and him could find the Good King and mommy and we can all stop the Shadowlord and... the others. <br />


But that's just me thinking of the next fairytale, Rusty. Right now, I have to go off on my own tale, and you need to go off on yours! But there's one last thing I need you to do. The Magician wants to meet with you for an audience in his castle!}}
(Beginning of mission)
{{divbox|goldenrod| |
''You are too late to stop me, {{Character}}.''<br />
''I shall soon assume my final body, the body of Cole's War Walker!''<br />
''No one will stop me from freeing Penelope!''<br />
''Then... I will end all this war in Praetoria! [[Tyrant|Cole]], [[the Resistance]], the [[Syndicate]]...''<br />
''I... will make this world what it was supposed to be. A utopia!''}}
 
(Upon defeating last Clockwork)
{{divbox|goldenrod| |
''I was going to save everyone... Penelope... stop... don't do this... no... no...!''}}
{{divbox|goldenrod| |
''No... what have you done... what have you done?!''}}
 
{{NPC Text|title=Noble Savage Dialogue|text=
'''At the mission entrance:'''
:''{{Character}}, it is good to see you again. ''
:''I will not allow Metronome to take control of one of these war machines. Let us move forward and protect the people of [[Praetoria]]!
'''Once countdown starts:''' <br />
:''We had best hurry, there's little time! ''
'''At the end of mission:'''<br />
:''We have done a great thing today.''
:''The people of Praetoria can rest easy once again.''
}}


{{NPC Text|title=Metronome dialogue|text='''Beginning of mission'''<br />
:You are too late to stop me, {{Character}}.<br />
:I shall soon assume my final body, the body of Cole's War Walker!<br />
:No one will stop me from freeing Penelope!<br />
:Then... I will end all this war in Praetoria! Cole, the Resistance, the Syndicate...<br />
:I... will make this world what it was supposed to be. A utopia!<br />
----
'''Upon defeating last Clockwork:''' <br />
:I was going to save everyone... Penelope... stop... don't do this... no... no...!<br />
'''Final words:'''<br />
:No... what have you done... what have you done?!}}


'''Debriefing'''
'''Debriefing'''


''(See Penelope Yin dialogue)''
{{divbox|lavender| |''You're the hero of all the stories, Rusty! I've got Glowball contained in one of the Teddy Bears, but I don't know how long I can hold him, given the... well, the Magician told you the fairy tale that I'm in, so you know. I wish... I wish that Glowball would become good again. I would like that a lot. Maybe then, you and him could find the Good King and mommy and we can all stop the Shadowlord and... the others.'' <br />
 
''But that's just me thinking of the next fairytale, Rusty. Right now, I have to go off on my own tale, and you need to go off on yours! But there's one last thing I need you to do. The Magician wants to meet with you for an audience in his castle!''
}}
 
== Penelope Mayhem ==
 
{{red|See [[Mr. G (Primal Earth)]] for more info on this aspect of her story arc.}}

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This article is about the Praetorian contact. For other contacts, see Penelope Yin (Faultline) or Penelope Yin (Freedom Phalanx).

Overview

Penelope Yin
Contact Small Penelope Yin (Praetorian).jpg
Hospital Patient
Zone Neutropolis
Level Range 14-20
Introduced By == Level 14 ==
Aaron Walker
Introduces == Level 15 ==
Dark Watcher (Praetorian)
Enemy Groups
v • d • e

Penelope Yin is a Praetorian contact in Neutropolis . Her level range is 14-20.


Introductions

Contact Introduced By

Contact Introduces

I know just how you can contact the Magician, Rusty!

Not many on Praetoria know that the Dark Watcher exists, let alone what his true purpose is here. If he wants to meet with you, it can only mean that there is important matters to settle.

Good luck with the Magician, Rusty! Mother's coming now, I think I'm going to go see some more of my Playtime Friends now!

Information

Hospital Patient

Penelope Yin, daughter of Wu Yin, was 'enrolled' in the Mother of Mercy Psychiatric Hospital some time ago. This has caused Wu Yin to embark on a crusade to get his daughter back. Some PPD who stand guard in the hospital whisper rumors that Penelope Yin may be the most powerful psychic within the hospital; even more powerful than Praetor Tilman, though Yin's time in the hospital has possibly driven her mad.

Prior to Introduction

None

Initial Contact

You hear the voice of a young woman in your head, her tone kind and light-hearted.

Rusty! It's been so long since I've seen you, there's so much to say. I see all the Stars in the Mirror Kingdom. Some of them glow brighter than the others! Mother tells me I need to be careful about looking at the Stars, or else my brain will go poof! But you're a special Star, Rusty, because you're my Star! And because you're the Star that's going to save us all.

Today, Rusty, we're going to go on a quest to save all the people and teddy bears in Mirror Kingdom!

Greeting

  • Come on, Rusty, we have a kingdom to save!
  • You're the brightest Star I know, Rusty!

Too Busy

Rusty, you're too busy playing in other people's imaginations!

Too Low Level

None

No More Missions

We've closed our book, Rusty. We stopped the evil Glowball and his Black Knights. But it's up to you to travel across the streams to help defeat the Shadowlord!

Store

No character ever meets Penelope — she communicates telepathically — so there is no store.

Story Arc

My Best Friend, Rusty

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Souvenir

Memory of Penelope Yin

When you look at the Clockwork in Praetoria, you sometimes can't help but think of them as 'teddy bears'. Penelope Yin referred to them in this manner during an experience you call...

My Best Friend, Rusty

Your time with Penelope Yin started with her calling you Rusty and asking you to stop the monster Glowball and the Dark Knights helping him to destroy the Mirror Kingdom. If you thought some of the members of the Resistance were bad with their way of speaking, Penelope Yin did them one better. After working with Penelope, you eventually found out what was happening; Metronome was working together with the Syndicate to increase his own power in the hopes of freeing Penelope Yin and making a 'perfect world'.

The Syndicate were helping Metronome kidnap Seers to rip their souls out of their bodies and into the Clockwork, causing Metronome's own power to increase exponentially. You tried to stop this process, but were only able to bring the Seer Clockwork to the Resistance, where they would be well taken care of. You were able, however, to defeat the leader of this Syndicate cell with the help of Aaron Walker. The man's name was Gregory Vega. The Dark Watcher revealed to you that this man was part of a group named Malta. They were from Primal Earth and believed that super powered beings would lead to a tyrannical government.

With the Syndicate out of the way, you faced off against Metronome's remaining Clockwork with the Noble Savage. The two of you stopped Metronome's ascension to power while learning a terrible secret; Cole had a massive army built and was preparing to invade Primal Earth! You saw some of the models of his 'War Walkers' in the lab with Metronome; if Cole had more of those, it would be the end of Primal Earth and the Resistance for sure.

You returned to Penelope, who told you that she had Metronome in a safe place, for now. It was now time for you to go on your new 'tale' as she said. Perhaps one day, the two of you will get to meet face to face, if she ever brings down Praetor Tilman and escapes from her prison.

Part One: The Legion of Black Knights

Rusty, the Mirror Kingdom is going to be in chaos if all the teddy bears are stolen away! The evil Glowball wants to use them for his own evil deeds. Glowball used to be like you, Rusty, he used to be my bestest friend! But now... Glowball thinks he knows what's best. He's become like the Shadowlord!

I miss how Glowball used to be, it hurts me a lot to see him like this. That's why I need your help, Rusty! Glowball is working together with those Black Knights now, they want to make him really powerful. These aren't the Black Knights that the Good King leads though. That's why we need to find out why the Black Knights have allied themselves with Glowball!

Who... what? Glowball?

You see several images flash before you. One of Metronome, another of possessed Clockwork. The last is an image of members of the Syndicate. It would appear Penelope is trying to encode a message to you. The Syndicate are helping Metronome possess more Clockwork. While it does hurt Cole, Metronome also seeks to steal away Clockwork that the Resistance have. The Syndicate helping Metronome can only lead to something bad for both Cole and the Resistance.

The Black Knight West is one of the knights that are helping Glowball, Rusty! You need to hurry and find him, Glowball's evil influence is spreading by the minute. If you don't stop him, he'll wipe out everyone in Mirror Kingdom!

Unnecessary Solicitation

You're unable to hear Penelope.

Mission Objective(s)

You follow the images in your mind that Penelope left to this office building. You'll have to track down a man named West to find out what the Syndicate are doing with Metronome.

  • Defeat West, the Black Knight
    • Recover information on the new Syndicate leader
    • Defeat the Syndicate communicator to stop Syndicate back up from arriving (Optional) - 2:00
    • Track down Master West

You found some disturbing information from Master West's dossier.


Enemies

Syndicate

Notable NPCs


Ambush!

After entering the mission you will be ambushed by Syndicate thugs

Ambush!

Failing to defeat the Syndicate communicator will result in at least four waves of incoming Syndicate.

Rusty, watch out for the Black Knights, they know you're here!

The Good King would've never let the Black Knights help Glowball. I just wish Glowball would go back to being my bestest friend again...

The Black Knights don't care if Glowball hurts my Playtime Friends, Rusty. But Glowball doesn't realize the monster he's turning into!
Syndicate Dialogue
Ambush Dialogue
Master West Dialogue
Clue
Syndicate branching

You found some documents dealing with the Syndicate and their group splitting. Ever since Mr. Yin defected to the Resistance, the Syndicate have been in a major power struggle. There's been rumors of a concrete faction growing more and more powerful, led by a man whose name is known only to those closest to him. Other, more disturbing rumors are that this man intends to use Metronome to throw the Resistance and Cole into chaos, allowing he and his group to gain a foothold of power within Praetoria.

Clue
Syndicate and Metronome

You found a dossier on Master West outlining the Syndicate's plan with Metronome. It has very detailed information on how Metronome operates; whoever found this must have been observing Metronome for quite some time.

Metronome has been gathering Seers and killing them, in a sense. He uses his power to transfer their souls into that of the Clockwork, allowing them to live 'freely' inside of their bodies. The more Seers that are around Metronome, , either in their Clockwork bodies or in their normal bodies, the more powerful he becomes. There is a disturbing note at the end of the dossier:

'Get him enough Seers and he will have more than enough power to spread unbrided chaos through the city and the tunnels. Cole, the Resistance, Metronome, they'll all be wiped out, and then we move in. Yin was too soft, he lacked the courage to make a move. Things will change now. I promise.'


Debriefing

Way to go, Rusty! You're the best! Just don't turn evil, okay? Power can do that to people. Just look at Glowball. I miss talking to him, he used to be so nice. The Black Knights have an evil plan to use poor Glowball. They even know what Glowball is doing to my Playtime Friends. That's what Glowball wants to do to me, even though I tell him that it isn't a good thing.

Those Black Knights don't care about Glowball at all, Rusty. They just want to use him for their own evil quest to take over Mirror Kingdom! But we'll stop them, that's what the heroes do!

Part Two: The Princess in the Tower

Rescue Penelope's 'Playtime Friends'

Did you hear what one of the Black Knights said, Rusty? They've kidnapped some of my Playtime Friends for Glowball to put into the Teddy Bears! I didn't know that me and my friends made Glowball more powerful... do you think that's why he's turned evil? Mommy said that's what happened to the Shadowlord, that he used to be a White Knight until his power made him go bad!

I talk to the Teddy Bears that some of my Playtime Friends live in. They don't like it at all, Rusty. They say it... it feels cold, that they miss being able to touch things...

That's why you're going to go save my Playtime Friends from being turned into Teddy Bears, right Rusty?

Right. I think. Where are your friends?

You see an image flash before your eyes of an office within Neutropolis.

There it is! You can just -

Uh oh, Rusty. Mother is coming! We'll talk later on once you're done saving all the princesses from all the castles!

Unsolicited Contact

Penelope is unresponsive to your thoughts.

Mission Objective(s)

While seeing Cole defeated by his Clockwork would be poetic justice, the price of hundreds of innocent lives is too steep to pay. You'll have to put a stop to Metronome and the Syndicate, starting with rescuing the Seer in this building!

  • Rescue Penelope's 'Playtime Friends'
    • Track down the kidnapped Seer

It was too late to rescue this Seer, but you can still find them in their Clockwork bodies if you hurry.


Enemies

Syndicate
Rogue Clockwork

Notable NPCs

  • Dead Seer (NPC, deceased)


Dead Seer
Briefing

This Seer is dead, killed by Metronome's Clockwork. It looks like Metronome ensured she did not suffer. An image flashes in your mind from Penelope. It's of the tunnels in Neutropolis. The Clockwork that contain this and other seers are located there.

(Near the entrance)

Pssst, Rusty. Mother is dealing with a new Playtime Friend, so I get to come back to play with you!

(Some time later)

Glowball used to be so lonely, wandering around by himself. But then I found him and brought him back to people! He was so happy, Rusty!

We used to talk all the time... I think I was his only friend. He was so lonely, Rusty. So lonely and so sad...

(When looking at the Dead Seer)

But then... R-rusty? Is that... one of my Playtime Friends...? No... Glowball...!
Syndicate Dialogue
Clockwork Dialogue
Retrieve the Clockwork Seers

Mission Objective(s)

Within these tunnels are the Seers that Metronome has forced into the cold, mechanical bodies of the Clockwork.

  • Retrieve the Clockwork Seers
    • 3 Seers to recover

You've rescued all the Clockwork Seers in the underground!

Unnecessary Solicitation

You can't seem to get in touch with Penelope.

Clockwork Seer


Enemies

Syndicate
Neuron's Clockwork
Anti-Matter's Clockwork
Rogue Clockwork


Notable NPCs


Metronome Dialogue
Clockwork Seers Dialogue


Debriefing

My Playtime Friends are with the Blue Fishes now. I can hear their thoughts and they all wish they had their bodies back. They're so cold and so scared, Rusty. I hope that never happens to me. I wish I could do something to save Glowball... do you think it's impossible to change him? I just want my bestest friend back, Rusty.

Do you think it was wrong, Rusty, that I brought him back? Glowball fought against the Shadowlord once, I think, but then Shadowlord and his demons beat up Glowball real bad. I saved Glowball's spirit before it was all gone. He used to come by for tea in my mind all the time. Glowball was such a nice person to talk to, until he began to talk about me leaving the tower. I can't leave the tower, not until I've... talked with Mother.

I think that's when Glowball decided he had to save me from Mother and my tower. But I don't need saving, Rusty! I'm a grown woman, I can handle it. But Mirror Kingdom, my Playtime Friends, the Blue Fishes, they all need to be saved, and you're going to do it, Rusty!

Part Three: A Prince and the Magician

Speak with Aaron Walker

We've got to figure out who is leading the Black Knights and stop him before they make Glowball do something horrible, Rusty. I think I know someone who can help us! I call him the Prince, he's a funny man, but he's kinda mean. They say he fought against Mr. Raspberry once, but I dunno about that. Mr. Raspberry is real mean and nasty, I don't think the Prince could fight him. The Prince is kind of mean like Mr. Raspberry, but he has a heart of gold, Rusty, I swear! If anyone can help us save the Teddy Bears, it'll be the Prince!

Who is the Prince?

You see several images of Aaron Walker flash before you.

The Prince is real smart, Rusty, if you tell him what we're looking for, I'm sure he can find out! Tell him that I sent you, I try to talk to him a lot but his head is so busy that it's impossible to get a word in!

Unnecessary Solicitation

You're unable to reach Penelope. It's likely that 'Mother' is around her at the moment.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Speak with Aaron Walker

Briefing

Hey what's up, Character? You working with that weird chick who was tapping in my brain? Gotta say, not a fan of that, not a fan of that at all. Last time someone was in my brain, it was Neuron and he messed it all up. So you gotta excuse me if I'm a little protective of this precious area around here.

She still all kind of crazy talking on you? Me, I think it's all an act, but that's just me. I'm kinda not so groovy on her, on account that she just keeps on trying to bug me! I'll be hacking into something and I'll hear this little blip of a voice, totally distracts me from what I'm doing.

1 - (Interrupt Aaron's rant with the request)
2 - (Let Aaron continue to rant)


1 - (Interrupt Aaron's rant with the request)

What? Syndicate working together with Metronome? That's some serious bad news. Syndicate, for one thing, are backstabbing good for nothings. I'm not saying that out of spite, I'm saying that out of all the stuff I've seen them working on. Second thing, Metronome, crazy guy who thinks humanity is dying or something. I don't like hacking into his stuff, not one bit.

But you're going after both of them huh? Should've figured you'd be up to something like that. Sure, I'll help you out. Why not?

I actually already got something for you. Just did it two seconds after you mentioned the whole problem. Don't be surprised. You're surprised, right? Right, don't be. So, I can't get you the exact information on who is leading this band of Syndicate, but I know how. There's a warehouse nearby full of Clockwork that this Metronome guy has taken over. You bust them up, I'll gather the data on them, put the puzzle together, and figure out who exactly is pulling Metronome's strings.

If you want an easier way, take this here virus of mine. You just gotta upload it onto any computer in that warehouse. It'll stream into all the Clockwork and short-circuit 'em, while I get the info. I know, I'm that good.

Alright, thanks Aaron


2 - (Let Aaron continue to rant)

It's like, you know, I'm in the middle of doing a lot of things, I got my mind hacking something, while also looking up info on what's going on with rebuilding stuff in Tokyo, don't even get me started on the big news about Cole's big plan. I've got all my hacks on pins and needles and then BAM, some sort of giggle in my mind and someone calling me 'the Prince' and everything just goes out of whack!

It's enough to make a guy wanna hack into someone's mind, but that's off limits, I ain't doing that. Why? 'cause I'm better than Neuron, that's why.

Okay, Aaron. I need your help.

What? Syndicate working together with Metronome? That's some serious bad news. Syndicate, for one thing, are backstabbing good for nothings. I'm not saying that out of spite, I'm saying that out of all the stuff I've seen them working on. Second thing, Metronome, crazy guy who thinks humanity is dying or something. I don't like hacking into his stuff, not one bit.

But you're going after both of them huh? Should've figured you'd be up to something like that. Sure, I'll help you out. Why not?

I actually already got something for you. Just did it two seconds after you mentioned the whole problem. Don't be surprised. You're surprised, right? Right, don't be. So, I can't get you the exact information on who is leading this band of Syndicate, but I know how. There's a warehouse nearby full of Clockwork that this Metronome guy has taken over. You bust them up, I'll gather the data on them, put the puzzle together, and figure out who exactly is pulling Metronome's strings.

If you want an easier way, take this here virus of mine. You just gotta upload it onto any computer in that warehouse. It'll stream into all the Clockwork and short-circuit 'em, while I get the info. I know, I'm that good.

Alright, thanks Aaron

Retrieve Clockwork info for Aaron

Mission Objective(s)

You're here.

  • Retrieve Clockwork info for Aaron
    • Destroy all the Clockwork OR enter Aaron Walker's virus to disable them

You've gotten the data you need for Aaron Walker to track down the Syndicate leader!


Enemies

Neuron's Clockwork


Metronome Dialogue
Take down Gregory Vega

Mission Objective(s)

You see nearby in the lab a figure in a black trenchcoat. That must be the man named Dark Watcher.

  • Take down Gregory Vega
    • Speak with Dark Watcher
    • Take down Gregory Vega
    • Defeat Gregory Vega

You defeated Gregory Vega, the head of the Syndicate cell!

Unnecessary Solicitation

You're unable to reach Penelope. It's likely that 'Mother' is around her at the moment.

Gregory Vega


Enemies

Syndicate


Notable NPCs



Briefing

Hello, Character. Allow me to introduce myself. I am Dark Watcher. I shall be upfront with you, as you deserve to know this. I am not from your dimension. I am from a place called Primal Earth. Perhaps you've heard of it.

I was here in this lab today to handle a situation before it grew too out of control... but with your presence here, I believe I can take my leave. It's somewhat dangerous, you could say, for me to be out and about like this.

(Those who have worked with Robert Flores in the past will find a different introduction:)

Hello, Character. I've been following your exploits ever since your work with a one Robert Flores. I appreciated the information you gave me regarding Edward Polstra. Rest assured, that information is in the right hands. I'm grateful to see that you are here. It is rare that I must make an appearance in 'public' like this, but this... was a matter that someone had to attend to.

(Those who met Dark Watcher in Anti-Matter's Arc will find a different introduction:)

Character, good to see you again. I have to say, I'm a little surprised to see you working with the Resistance now. I had thought, given your previous actions, you were someone who was on the side of the Loyalists. I must say, this is a very... interesting development, to say the least.

Why were you here?

I am here because of Gregory Vega, the man heading this group of the Syndicate. If you are here, you are no doubt aware that he is behind the plot to power Metronome to the point where he becomes too powerful for anyone to deal with. There is something important you should know about Gregory Vega, Character. Much like myself, Vega is not from this world. He is from Primal Earth and is part of a group called Malta.

They are a group who seek to wipe out super powered beings, believing that they... well, we, have the capability of controlling and bending the people to our will.

What an odd idea, don't you agree?

So, Malta is trying to attack Praetoria?

Exactly. They've been careful about sending agents through. They can't risk a full scale invasion, even though one is coming. This particular agent made his move after the Syndicate Corporation Wars. It seems he believes that this will weaken all the factions within Praetoria.

Of course, without the backing of the main group of Malta, he has only the allies he has made in the Syndicate to rely on. That is why it is up to you, Character, to handle this situation. I must ensure that my presence is kept as best a secret as possible. When you've finished with them, the girl, Penelope, will be able to tell you where to find Metronome's main base of operations.

Do try to show some patience around the girl, Character. Penelope entered Tilman's 'hospital' some time ago in an effort to destroy Tilman from the inside out. She puts on a front to try to conceal herself from Tilman, though I am afraid she has been doing it for so long that she is starting to blur the line between who she is and who she is pretending to be.

Alright, I'll do my best with the situation at hand.

Good luck, Character.

You too, Dark Watcher.

(Soon after sighting the Dark Watcher:)

It's the Magician! I KNEW he rode here on his horse!

(Some time later:)

The Magician's words about what I'm doing is true, Rusty! I love Mother very much and want to see her get what she deserves!

Syndicate Dialogue
Gregory Vega Dialogue
Clue
The Malta Guard

You were able to intercept the transmission that Gregory Vega was making. You play it back from the beginning to hear what he was going to say...

'With the help of this Metronome, I have discovered that our worst case scenario is coming true. Marcus Cole has created a massive army, the likes of which we have never seen before. He intends to launch everything he has at Primal Earth. I've seen the schematics of some of his machines. They make ours look like Council toys. I'm making a full recommendation to-'

The message cuts off there.


Debriefing

Take that, you evil Black Knight! Rusty the powerful will never let you win! With Black Knight Vega done for, the Good King can try to get more of his Knights back under his banner. This is great! But we still have Glowball to deal with. I miss what I used to call Glowball, back when he was... someone different, a Star like you, Rusty!

We have no time though, Glowball found where Shadowlord is making some of his most powerful weapons. He's become so powerful that he's going to use all the teddy bears he has to become one BIG teddy bear that the Shadowlord made! If Glowball does that... I don't even want to think about what's going to happen!

Part Four: On the Brink of Power

The final battle is here, Rusty! Are you ready to stop Glowball before he becomes consumed by the evil power? Please, don't hate Glowball, Rusty. He was a good person once, until... until he lost his faith in humanity! He doesn't think us humans are strong enough to fight, he thinks that we can only be at our best if we're all teddy bears, but I say he's wrong! I say that maybe we can be weak, but together we can take the fight to the Shadowlord and free the Mirror Kingdom! And to do that, we need to save Glowball from himself!

But don't worry, Rusty, you won't have to do it alone!

Who is going to help me?

The Blue Fish are sending the Faithful Lion to help you, he doesn't want Glowball or the Shadowlord to get away with any of this!

I can see what Glowball sees, Rusty. He's gathered all the Teddy Bears that are powering him up to focus their energy, while he has my Playtime Friends underground increasing his power! The Magician said he's going to rescue my Playtime Friends, but you need to stop the Teddy Bears from making Glowball into a big monster Teddy Bear! There's eighty teddy bears in total, you'll only have three minutes before they all become monsters!

If you can destroy them all with the Faithful Lion, I can seal Glowball in one of them! Maybe with his power gone, Glowball will go back to being a good person!

Unsolicited Contact

Penelope Yin is unresponsive.

Mission Objective(s)

You're greeted by James Noble, or as Penelope Yin calls him, the 'Faithful Lion'.

  • Stop Metronome's Ascension to Power
    • 80 Clockwork to destroy
    • Three minutes until all Clockwork are fully activated

You've stopped Metronome's rise to power.

Cole's Army, Metronome's Army


Enemies

Neuron's Clockwork

(Metronome Clockwork)


Notable NPCs

(Beginning of mission)

You are too late to stop me, Character.
I shall soon assume my final body, the body of Cole's War Walker!
No one will stop me from freeing Penelope!
Then... I will end all this war in Praetoria! Cole, the Resistance, the Syndicate...

I... will make this world what it was supposed to be. A utopia!

(Upon defeating last Clockwork)

I was going to save everyone... Penelope... stop... don't do this... no... no...!
No... what have you done... what have you done?!
Noble Savage Dialogue


Debriefing

You're the hero of all the stories, Rusty! I've got Glowball contained in one of the Teddy Bears, but I don't know how long I can hold him, given the... well, the Magician told you the fairy tale that I'm in, so you know. I wish... I wish that Glowball would become good again. I would like that a lot. Maybe then, you and him could find the Good King and mommy and we can all stop the Shadowlord and... the others.

But that's just me thinking of the next fairytale, Rusty. Right now, I have to go off on my own tale, and you need to go off on yours! But there's one last thing I need you to do. The Magician wants to meet with you for an audience in his castle!

Penelope Mayhem

See Mr. G (Primal Earth) for more info on this aspect of her story arc.

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