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== Overview ==
== Overview ==


{{Infobox TF
{{Infobox TF
|name=The Rule of Three
|name=The Rule of Three
|image=[[File:Positron.png|120px]]
|image=[[File:Positron.jpg|120px]]
|contact=[[Positron]]
|contact=[[Positron]]
|zone=[[Steel Canyon]]
|zone=[[Steel Canyon]]
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|z=-501
|z=-501
|size=3
|size=3
|levels=10-15
|levels=8-15
|merits=11
|merits=11
|enemies={{Enemy Vahzilok}}{{Enemy Clockwork}}{{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
|enemies={{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}{{Enemy Clockwork}}{{Enemy Vahzilok}}
|badge=[[File:Badge PositronRevampPart1.png|22px]] {{BadgeLink|Rule of Three}}
|badge=[[File:Badge PositronRevampPart1.png|22px]] {{BadgeLink|Rule of Three}}
}}
}}


The '''Positron Task Force''' is the first of six [[Freedom Phalanx]] Task Forces, and the completion of all six grants the [[Task Force Commander Badge]]. The other five task forces are started by [[Synapse]], [[Sister Psyche]], [[Citadel]], [[Manticore]], and [[Numina]].
The '''Positron Task Force''' is the first of six [[Freedom Phalanx]] Task Forces, and the completion of all six grants the [[Task Force Commander Badge]]. The other five task forces are started by [[Synapse]], [[Penelope Yin]], [[Citadel]], [[Manticore]], and [[Numina]].


In order to get the [[Positron's Ally Badge]], a player must complete both [[Positron Task Force Part One|Part One]] and [[Positron Task Force Part Two|Part Two]], which each grant their own unique badges as well (meaning the revamped Positron Task Force awards ''three'' badges).
In order to get the [[Positron's Ally Badge]], a player must complete both [[Positron Task Force Part One|Part One]] and [[Positron Task Force Part Two|Part Two]], which each grant their own unique badges as well (meaning the revamped Positron Task Force awards ''three'' badges).
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{{MeritAward|11}}
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== Introductions ==
== Introductions ==
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{{Character}}, What can I do for you?
{{Character}}, What can I do for you?


[[#Defeat Epidural!|Discuss events in Steel Canyon.]]
[[#Agree to form a Task Force.|Discuss events in Steel Canyon.]]


[[Discuss events in the rest of the city.]]
[[Positron Task Force Part Two|Discuss events in the rest of the city.]]


== Missions ==
== Missions ==
'''Souvenir'''
[[Azuria's Thank You Card]]
You received a thank you card from [[Azuria]] when she was released from the hospital in [[Atlas Park]]. Reading it over, it reminds you of an experience you know as...
'''The Rule of Three'''


=== {{UL|Agree to form a task force.}} ===
=== {{UL|Agree to form a task force.}} ===
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part One: Dead Lead'''
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part One: Dead Lead'''


'''Briefing'''
'''Briefing'''


{{Character}}, I'm glad you're interested in what's going on around here. I've heard a lot about what you've been doing around the city - I think I can trust you to have my back in this current situation. We're getting odd movements all over by the {{yellow|Clockwork}}, {{yellow|Circle of Thorns}}, and {{yellow|Vahzilok}}. I could use the help of you and your team in finding out what they're all up to. Are you in?
{{Character}}, I'm glad you're interested in what's going on around here. I've heard a lot about what you've been doing around the city - I think I can trust you to have my back in this current situation. We're getting odd movements all over by the '''{{yellow|Clockwork}}''', '''{{yellow|Circle of Thorns}}''', and '''{{yellow|Vahzilok}}'''. I could use the help of you and your team in finding out what they're all up to. Are you in?
 


'''Mission Acceptance'''
'''Mission Acceptance'''
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Glad to hear it. You're going to need a name I can refer to your group by, let's use {{Task Force}}, shall we?
Glad to hear it. You're going to need a name I can refer to your group by, let's use {{Task Force}}, shall we?


First things first. The Vahzilok recently tried to poison the water of Paragon City. I've done a little recon in the area, searching for Vahzilok who were involved in that caper, and I came across a nest of Vahzilok led by an Eidolon that goes by the monicker 'Epidural'. There's also another group of Vahzilok that I've picked up in the sewers here beneath Blyde Square.  
First things first. The Vahzilok recently tried to poison the water of [[Paragon City]]. I've done a little recon in the area, searching for Vahzilok who were involved in that caper, and I came across a nest of Vahzilok led by an Eidolon that goes by the monicker 'Epidural'. There's also another group of Vahzilok that I've picked up in the sewers here beneath Blyde Square.  


We'll split up and take both groups down. I'll handle the group here in Blyde Square, {{green|I need you to go track down Epidural!}}
We'll split up and take both groups down. I'll handle the group here in Blyde Square, {{green|I need you to go track down Epidural!}}


'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance=The noxious air forms an oily vapor that sticks to everything. Even your own costume, unfortunately.|Primary=Defeat Epidural and guards|Secondary=Find any evidence|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated Epidural and recovered a clue to the Vahzilok's next plot.}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=The noxious air forms an oily vapor that sticks to everything. Even your own costume, unfortunately.|Primary=Defeat Epidural!|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated Epidural and recovered a clue to the Vahzilok's next plot.}}
 
 
'''Enemies'''
 
{{Enemy Vahzilok}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Epidural dialogue|text=
'''On spawn:'''  ''This plan will be even greater than the doctor's last!''<br />
'''Combat start:'''  ''Don't let them escape!''<br />
''Kill them all!''<br />
'''At 25% Life:'''  ''The doctor won't let ME be taken in by you!''}}


'''Notable NPCs'''
'''Notable NPCs'''
* Epidural {{Named|Faction=Vahzilok|Type=Eidolon}}


'''Enemies'''
* Epidural {{Named|Faction=Vahzilok|Rank=Boss|Type=Luminous Eidolon}}
 
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Minions Dialogues|text=
'''Before Combat:'''
:''Vahzilok Minion 1:'' What went wrong with the last chemicals to go into the water supply?
:''Vahzilok Minion 2:'' Doctor said nothing went wrong, was just some sort of test plan.
 
'''Combat Start:'''
:''Vahzilok Minion 1:'' More heroes, more parts to use! I'll take the arm!
:''Vahzilok Minion 2:'' Spare parts just walking up to us, I'll use your leg!
----
'''Before Combat:'''
:''Vahzilok Minion 1:'' The doctor said we'll be getting much more in soon.
:''Vahzilok Minion 2:'' The new body parts are working better than those old ones.
 
'''Combat Start:'''
:''Vahzilok Minion 1:'' It's always easier when the parts come straight to us!
}}


{{Enemy Vahzilok}}
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Epidural Dialogue|text=
'''Before Combat:'''
:''This plan will be even greater than the doctor's last!''<br />
'''Combat start:'''
:''Don't let them escape!''<br />
:''Kill them all!''<br />
'''At 25% Life:'''
:''The doctor won't let ME be taken in by you!''}}


{{Mission Clue|Name=Vahzilok Chemical|Text= You took this sample from Epidural a Vahzilok lair. Positron's analysis can tell you whether it is poisonous.}}


'''Debriefing'''
'''Debriefing'''
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Good to see you're back, {{Task Force}}. The lead I chased after came up empty - how did you do?  
Good to see you're back, {{Task Force}}. The lead I chased after came up empty - how did you do?  


Ah...I see. Interesting. I'll have a look at that sample you recovered to see what's in there. It's concerning to hear that Dr. Vahzilok might have something else planned for the city, but what else is new?  
Ah...I see. Interesting. I'll have a look at that sample you recovered to see what's in there. It's concerning to hear that [[Dr. Vahzilok]] might have something else planned for the city, but what else is new?  


I'm sure that we'll be able to stop whatever he's planning - once we figure it out. In the meantime, we have a problem cropping up with the Clockwork.  
I'm sure that we'll be able to stop whatever he's planning - once we figure it out. In the meantime, we have a problem cropping up with the [[Clockwork]].  


Here {{Task Force}}, use this signal to contact me from anywhere in Paragon.
Here {{Task Force}}, use this signal to contact me from anywhere in Paragon.


=== {{UL|Find a piece of Clockwork that is still functioning}} ===
=== {{UL|Stop the Clockwork Operations in Steel Canyon!}} ===
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part Two: Gears in a Clock'''
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part Two: Gears in a Clock'''


My scanner indicates that the sample you brought me is a 98% match to that previously used by the Vahzilok, but the other 2% is... hmmm, this will take some time to isolate the unknown variables...<br />
'''Briefing'''


I'm sorry, there I go rambling again. Thank you for this curious sample. <br />
My scanner indicates that the sample you brought me is a 98% match to that previously used by the Vahzilok, but the other 2% is... hmmm, this will take some time to isolate the unknown variables...


Anyway, regarding the Clockwork. We've got a major situation on our hands. There are reports that the Clockwork are building a massive army right here in the heart of Steel Canyon! I need you all to get to the location of their warehouse and put a stop to them!<br />
I'm sorry, there I go rambling again. Thank you for this curious sample.
 
Anyway, regarding the Clockwork. We've got a major situation on our hands. There are reports that the Clockwork are building a {{yellow|massive army}} right here in the heart of [[Steel Canyon]]! I need you all to get to the location of their warehouse and put a stop to them!


While you're there though...
While you're there though...


Can you find me a piece of Clockwork that is still functioning? Everyone else that I ask tends to bring in pieces that are battered, melted, frozen, slashed, gashed, and shot to pieces. I just need some pieces that aren't totally destroyed.<br />
{{color|#80e080|Can you find me a piece of Clockwork that is still functioning?}} Everyone else that I ask tends to bring in pieces that are battered, melted, frozen, slashed, gashed, and shot to pieces. I just need some pieces that aren't totally destroyed.
 


'''Mission Acceptance'''
'''Mission Acceptance'''
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Word on the street has been that an Assembler Prince by the name of Gearteeth has been running a clockwork manufacturing operation in Steel Canyon for some time. My calculations support the hypothesis that a part from an Assembler Prince has the greatest chance of remaining functional after deactivation - as long as you're careful not to destroy it.
Word on the street has been that an Assembler Prince by the name of Gearteeth has been running a clockwork manufacturing operation in Steel Canyon for some time. My calculations support the hypothesis that a part from an Assembler Prince has the greatest chance of remaining functional after deactivation - as long as you're careful not to destroy it.


Take down Gearteeth and bring me back some of his parts. Also, see what he's really up to, the clockwork don't build a small army for nothing.
{{color|#80e080|Take down Gearteeth and bring me back some of his parts.}} Also, see what he's really up to, the clockwork don't build a small army for nothing.
 


'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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{{Mission Objective|Entrance= The grinding of Clockwork gears is almost deafening. It seems you have stumbled onto a major operation. What exactly constitutes a 'major operation' from a group composed of makeshift miniature robots is something you'll have to find out.|Primary=Search for clues to Gearteeth's plans|Secondary=Defeat Gearteeth|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated the Clockwork prince, Gearteeth. Unfortunately, no working Clockwork pieces could be salvaged. You did, however, discover something that Gearteeth was working on.}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance= The grinding of Clockwork gears is almost deafening. It seems you have stumbled onto a major operation. What exactly constitutes a 'major operation' from a group composed of makeshift miniature robots is something you'll have to find out.|Primary=Search for clues to Gearteeth's plans|Secondary=Defeat Gearteeth|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated the Clockwork prince, Gearteeth. Unfortunately, no working Clockwork pieces could be salvaged. You did, however, discover something that Gearteeth was working on.}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Assorted Clockwork NPC dialogue|text=
''Clockwork Princess in danger!''<br>
''King will save her! King always has plans to save her.''<br>
''Clockwork King needs this hurried along, Princess is at stake.''<br>
''Positron's looking into matters too deeply!''<br>
''Clockwork King needs them dead!''<br>
''{{Task Force}}!''<br>
''Clockwork Princess in danger!''<br>
''{{Task Force}} doesn't care about the Princess!''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Clockwork NPC dialogue|text=
'''Enemies'''
''Piece removed! Piece removed! Retrieve, retrieve!''<br>
 
''Her palace will be built on the ruins of Paragon, no one will harm her then.''<br>
{{Enemy Clockwork}}
''Clockwork Princess will be safe forever soon.''<br>
 
''Kill them! Kill them! They cannot stop us from getting to Faultline!''<br>
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
 
* Gearteeth {{Named|Faction=Clockwork|Rank=Boss|Type=Assembler Prince}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Assorted Clockwork NPC Dialogue|text=
''King will save her! King always has plans to save her.''<br />
''Clockwork King needs this hurried along, Princess is at stake.''<br />
''Positron's looking into matters too deeply!''<br />
''Clockwork King needs them dead!''<br />
''{{Task Force}}!''<br />
''Clockwork Princess in danger!''<br />
''{{Task Force}} doesn't care about the Princess!''<br />
''Her palace will be built on the ruins of Paragon, no one will harm her then.''<br />
''Clockwork Princess will be safe forever soon.''<br />
''Kill them! Kill them! They cannot stop us from getting to [[Faultline]]!''<br />
''{{Task Force}} will make good foundation for Princess' palace!''}}
''{{Task Force}} will make good foundation for Princess' palace!''}}
{{Mission Clue|Name=Strange Parts|Text=You found these heavy steel components in a Clockwork nest, but they're clearly not from any Clockwork construct. The robots defended them with vigor, so the parts must mean something to them.}}
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Clockwork Ambush|text=
''Piece removed! Piece removed! Retrieve, retrieve!''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Gearteeth dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Gearteeth dialogue|text=
''Orders from King - move forward with Faultline plan.''<br>
''Orders from King - move forward with Faultline plan.''<br />
''Orders also include killing anyone in {{Task Force}}!''}}
''Orders also include killing anyone in {{Task Force}}!''}}
{{Mission Clue|Name=Strange Parts|Text=You found these heavy steel components in a Clockwork nest, but they're clearly not from any Clockwork construct. The robots defended them with vigor, so the parts must mean something to them.}}


{{Mission Clue|Name=Worthless Scrap Metal|Text=After you smashed Gearteeth, the metal automaton collapsed into a pile of rusted metal. The once animated killing machine instantly transformed into nothing but worthless scrap.}}
{{Mission Clue|Name=Worthless Scrap Metal|Text=After you smashed Gearteeth, the metal automaton collapsed into a pile of rusted metal. The once animated killing machine instantly transformed into nothing but worthless scrap.}}
'''Notable NPCs'''
* Gearteeth {{Named|Faction=Clockwork|Type=}}
'''Enemies'''
{{Enemy Clockwork}}




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And he mentioned Faultline? Hrm...I wonder what he could be up to.  
And he mentioned Faultline? Hrm...I wonder what he could be up to.  


This combined with Dr. Vahzilok's plans worry me, {{Task Force}}. The city is faced with threats daily, but we may have some problems if two major villains are planning two plots at the same time.  
This combined with [[Dr. Vahzilok]]'s plans worry me, {{Task Force}}. The city is faced with threats daily, but we may have some problems if two major villains are planning two plots at the same time.  


I'll worry about that. For now, we have another problem to handle - the Circle of Thorns.
I'll worry about that. For now, we have another problem to handle - the [[Circle of Thorns]].


=== {{UL|Recover the Book}} ===
=== {{UL|Recover the Book}} ===


'''The Rule of Three<br />'''
'''The Rule of Three:<br />Part Three: Elder Magic'''
'''Part Three: Elder Magic'''


'''Briefing'''
'''Briefing'''


Azuria contacted me regarding the Circle of Thorns. When I asked her why she contacted me, the scientist of the Phalanx, she said it was because, {{orange|'Numina told me that my path and the path of {{Task Force}} were destined to cross.}}' So I hope you all don't mind looking into this, or else I'll never hear the end of it from Numina.
[[Azuria]] contacted me regarding the [[Circle of Thorns]]. When I asked her why she contacted me, the scientist of the [[Freedom Phalanx|Phalanx]], she said it was because, {{orange|'Numina told me that my path and the path of {{Task Force}} were destined to cross.}}' So I hope you all don't mind looking into this, or else I'll never hear the end of it from [[Numina]].


Anyway, some of the MAGI mystics have divined that the Circle are in possession of the {{yellow|Book of T'Jer'imikanu}}.  
Anyway, some of the [[MAGI]] mystics have divined that the Circle are in possession of the '''{{yellow|Book of T'Jer'imikanu}}'''.  


According to Azuria, it's a very powerful spell book that contains {{yellow|Elder Magic}}. From what Azuria has said, this is the same kind of magic wielded when the Mu first fought against the people of Oranbega thousands of years ago.
According to Azuria, it's a very powerful spell book that contains '''{{yellow|Elder Magic}}'''. From what Azuria has said, this is the same kind of magic wielded when the [[Mu]] first fought against the people of [[Oranbega]] thousands of years ago.


Their mystics within MAGI indicated that the Circle of Thorns have it somewhere inside their magical city of Oranbega.
Their mystics within MAGI indicated that the Circle of Thorns have it somewhere inside their magical city of Oranbega.


'''Mission Acceptance'''
'''Mission Acceptance'''
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Now get on over to MAGI and talk to Azuria, she'll get you where you need to go.
Now get on over to MAGI and talk to Azuria, she'll get you where you need to go.


==== {{UL|Teleport Assault into Oranbega}} ====


'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''


I have no idea how to get into Oranbega. Azuria over at MAGI said she could teleport you to where the MAGI diviners located the Book of T'Geronimo... The Book.
I have no idea how to get into Oranbega. Azuria over at MAGI said she could teleport you to where the MAGI diviners located the Book of T'Geronimo... The Book.
==== {{UL|Send me into Oranbega}} ====


{{Mission Briefing|Type=Briefing|Contact=Azuria|Text={{Character}}, with {{Task Force}}, correct? I'm glad you came.
{{Mission Briefing|Type=Briefing|Contact=Azuria|Text={{Character}}, with {{Task Force}}, correct? I'm glad you came.
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* {{green|Send me into Oranbega}}}}
* {{green|Send me into Oranbega}}}}


{{Mission Objective|Entrance= Azuria's translocation magic leaves you disoriented for a moment, but when your senses clear you find yourself in the mythical city of Oranbega, home to the Circle of Thorns.|Primary=Find the Book of T'Jer'imikanu|Secondary=3 Obelisks to destroy, 2 Chief Mages to defeat|Additional=|Completion=You found the Book of T'Jer'imikanu!}}
{{Mission Objective|Entrance= Azuria's translocation magic leaves you disoriented for a moment, but when your senses clear you find yourself in the mythical city of Oranbega, home to the Circle of Thorns.|Primary=Teleport Assault into Oranbega|Secondary=Find the Book of T'Jer'imikanu
**3 Obelisks to destroy
**2 Chief Mages to defeat|Additional=|Completion=You found the Book of T'Jer'imikanu!}}
 
'''Enemies'''
 
{{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
 
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
 
* Tarses {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Rank=Boss|Type=Madness Mage}}
* [[Rollister]] {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Rank=Boss|Type=Madness Mage}}
 


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Assorted NPC dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Assorted NPC Dialogue|text=
''Alert the others!''<br>
''Rollister says that the book will go far in summoning the Lance of Storms''<br />
''What?! Intruders within the city?!''<br>
''Excellent. No one will be able to stop us now with the elder magic in hand!''<br />
''This is...surprising.''<br>
''Alert the others!''<br />
''Several points throughout the city. Terra Volta, Faultline, perhaps even the Ziggurat...''<br>
''What?! Intruders within the city?!''<br />
''Do we have the proper spot picked out?''<br>
''Can we not have a moments peace?!''<br>
''Hopefully Tarses will master the Simulacrum spell in time.''<br>
''The obelisk glows - we have intruders.''<br>
''Perhaps that Azuria woman is meddling in our affairs again.''<br>
''A rather irritating woman that Azuria...''<br>
''We will not lose the book, not when we've come so far!''<br>
''We will end her soon, now that she has become too confident.''<br>
''MAGI cannot hope to stop our plans. Did they really believe they could keep this book from us?''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Tarses dialogue|text=
''Azuria will pay for this!''<br />
'''Before combat:''' ''"With the Lance of Storms we shall finally have the power to destroy our ancient enemies!"''<br />
 
'''Combat start:''' ''"Intruders?!"''<br />
''Hopefully Tarses will master the Simulacrum spell in time.''<br />
''MAGI cannot hope to stop our plans. Did they really believe they could keep this book from us?''<br />
''We will not lose the book, not when we've come so far!''<br />
''This is...surprising.''<br />
 
''Several points throughout the city. [[Terra Volta]], [[Faultline]], perhaps even the [[Ziggurat]]...''<br />
''Do we have the proper spot picked out?''<br />
''Can we not have a moments peace?!''<br />}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Obelisk Defenders|text=
''The obelisk glows - we have intruders.''<br />
''Perhaps that Azuria woman is meddling in our affairs again.''<br />
''Ah, heroes. We'll send your heads back to Azuria!''<br />
 
''Prepare the spell - we can finally use this to assault MAGI!''<br />
''No interruptions!''<br />
 
''A rather irritating woman that Azuria...''<br />
''We will end her soon, now that she has become too confident.''<br />
''First we shall deal with these heroes!''}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Tarses Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:''' ''"With the Lance of Storms we shall finally have the power to destroy our ancient enemies!"''<br />
'''Combat start:''' ''"Intruders?!"''<br />
''"This far into our inner sanctum?"''<br />
''"This far into our inner sanctum?"''<br />
''"Guards! Seize them!"''<br />
''"Guards! Seize them!"''<br />
'''At 75% Life:''' ''"You must know by now that you cannot kill us."''<br />
'''At 75% Life:''' ''"You must know by now that you cannot kill us."''<br />
'''At 50% Life:''' ''"Curse this feeble body! Guards!"''<br />
'''At 50% Life:''' ''"Curse this feeble body! Guards!"''<br />
'''At 25% Life:''' ''"Enjoy your victory now, but vengeance shall return to you three-fold! Mark my words!"''<br />
'''At 25% Life:''' ''"Enjoy your victory now, but vengeance shall return to you three-fold! Mark my words!"''<br />
'''Defeated:'''  ''"Aaaaaaaauuuuugh!"''<br />
'''Defeated:'''  ''"Aaaaaaaauuuuugh!"''<br />
'''After defeating a player:'''  ''"When I've finished with you I will take your body as my vessel."''}}
'''After defeating a player:'''  ''"When I've finished with you I will take your body as my vessel."''}}
{{Mission Clue|Name=The Lance of Storms|Text=The Circle Mages you encountered deep in Oranbega mentioned something called 'The Lance of Storms'.}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Rollister dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Rollister dialogue|text=
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:''"It seems we have uninvited guests."''
:''"It seems we have uninvited guests."''
:''"Destroy them!"''
:''"Destroy them!"''
'''Damage Taken'''
:''"How original."''


'''At 75% Life:'''
'''At 75% Life:'''
:''"How original."''
:''"You think far too one-dimensionally."''
:''"You think far too one-dimensionally."''


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:''"Let me see who you are..."''
:''"Let me see who you are..."''
:''"Ah, {{Character}}."''
:''"Ah, {{Character}}."''
:''"I shall remember that for our next encounter."''


'''Defeated:'''
'''Defeated:'''
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'''After defeating a player:'''
'''After defeating a player:'''
:''"{{orange|missing text}}"''}}
:''"Prepare the ritual, we have been gifted with a new sacrifice."''}}


'''Notable NPCs'''
{{Mission Clue|Name=Blueprints|Text=These blueprints are for the Paragon City Dam. You recovered them from the body of Rollister, a Circle of Thorns mage you encountered in the depths of Oranbega, but you don't know why they would want them.}}
* Tarses {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Type=Madness Mage}}
* Rollister {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Type=Madness Mage}}


'''Enemies'''


{{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
{{Mission Clue|Name=This ancient text|Text=This ancient text is written in a language you don't understand. This book, the last of its kind, was presumed lost in the Chicago fire of 1871.}}


{{Mission Clue|Name=Blueprints|Text=These blueprints are for the Paragon City Dam. You recovered them from the body of Rollister, a Circle of Thorns mage you encountered in the depths of Oranbega, but you don't know why they would want them.}}
==== {{UL|Deliver the Book to Azuria Atlas Park}} ====


{{Mission Clue|Name=The Lance of Storms|Text=The Circle Mages you encountered deep in Oranbega mentioned something called 'The Lance of Storms'.}}
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''


{{Mission Clue|Name=This ancient text|Text=This ancient text is written in a language you don't understand. This book, the last of its kind, was presumed lost in the Chicago fire of 1871.}}
I believe Azuria and the mystics working at MAGI would do greater good with that book than I.


===={{UL|Deliver the Book to Azuria Atlas Park}}====


{{Mission Briefing|Type=Briefing|Contact=Azuria|Text=The Book of T'Jer'imikanu! You've found it! It is in superb condition... I don't know how to thank you.
{{Mission Briefing|Type=Briefing|Contact=Azuria|Text=The Book of T'Jer'imikanu! You've found it! It is in superb condition... I don't know how to thank you.
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As for those blue prints, I think Positron could help you decipher those schematics better than I. I'll get in touch with you if I discover anything about that lance.}}
As for those blue prints, I think Positron could help you decipher those schematics better than I. I'll get in touch with you if I discover anything about that lance.}}
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
I believe Azuria and the mystics working at MAGI would do greater good with that book than I.




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What's this? Blue prints? Interesting...  
What's this? Blue prints? Interesting...  


These blue prints are detailed schematics of the Faultline Dam. I wonder what the Circle of Thorns were doing with these? Hrm...Clockwork and the Circle of Thorns, both connected to Faultline in some manner...I'll look into this for you, {{Task Force}}. For now, we have to deal with the Vahzilok. I've made a breakthrough on that chemical you found earlier.
These blue prints are detailed schematics of the Faultline Dam. I wonder what the Circle of Thorns were doing with these? Hrm...[[Clockwork]] and the Circle of Thorns, both connected to Faultline in some manner...I'll look into this for you, {{Task Force}}. For now, we have to deal with the Vahzilok. I've made a breakthrough on that chemical you found earlier.


==={{UL|Check out the fake company.}}===
=== {{UL|Check out the fake company.}} ===
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part Four: Two Percent'''
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part Four: Two Percent'''
'''Briefing'''


It turns out that chemical from the Vahzilok is a complex bonded molecular compound with twisted valences. Very high tech stuff. I was intrigued by their ability to... oh, sorry. Alright, here's some information you can use now.  
It turns out that chemical from the Vahzilok is a complex bonded molecular compound with twisted valences. Very high tech stuff. I was intrigued by their ability to... oh, sorry. Alright, here's some information you can use now.  


One of the chemicals in the compound was {{yellow|polyfluidic morscarpium}}. Pretty specialized. Only two distributors in the area even make it. I checked their shipments for the past couple weeks, and traced one to a company here in Steel Canyon that shouldn't exist. [yellow]
One of the chemicals in the compound was '''{{yellow|polyfluidic morscarpium}}'''. Pretty specialized. Only two distributors in the area even make it. I checked their shipments for the past couple weeks, and traced one to a company here in [[Steel Canyon]] that ''shouldn't'' exist.


What's more is that I still can't identify that mystery two percent of the compound. Maybe you can find some answers in that distribution facility.  
What's more is that I still can't identify that mystery two percent of the compound. Maybe you can find some answers in that distribution facility.  


'''Mission Acceptance'''
'''Mission Acceptance'''
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And {{Task Force}}, stay sharp, it's likely that the Vahzilok have found out about the raid on Epidural's hideout, so they might be expecting someone to come looking.
And {{Task Force}}, stay sharp, it's likely that the Vahzilok have found out about the raid on Epidural's hideout, so they might be expecting someone to come looking.


'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
You should be checking out Dr. Morben's operation.
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=A chemical odor burns your nasal passage, but not thoroughly enough to make you immune to the stink of the Vahzilok and their walking corpses.|Primary=Investigate Dr. Morben's Company|Secondary=Find a blood sample
**Rescue any Vahzilok victims
**Arrest whoever is in charge|Additional=|Completion=You have stopped the Vahzilok operation and recovered some evidence.}}
'''Enemies'''
{{Enemy Freakshow}}
{{Enemy Vahzilok}}
'''Notable NPCs'''
* [[Doc Buzzsaw]] {{Named|Faction=Vahzilok|Rank=Elite Boss}}


'''Unnecessary Solicitiation'''


You should be checking out Dr. Morben's operation.
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Assorted Vahzilok Dialogue|text=
''Keep your eyes open, we lost part of the Excelsior chemical already.''<br />
''The doctor will have enough for his plans, at least.''<br />
''You die today!''<br />
 
''Focus, we're still far from completion of the plan.''<br />
''Legs...arms...new heads...better torsos...''<br />
''Hero!''<br />


''They move forward too fast, we're not even done here.''<br />
'' We need to get moving to meet the others.''<br />
''It's {{Task Force}}! Harvest them!''<br />


{{Mission Objective|Entrance=A chemical odor burns your nasal passage, but not thoroughly enough to make you immune to the stink of the Vahzilok and their walking corpses.|Primary=Find a blood sample|Secondary=Rescue any Vahzilok victims
'' This will greatly reduce the amount of failures we've been having.''<br />
* Arrest whoever is in charge|Additional=|Completion=You have stopped the Vahzilok operation and recovered some evidence.}}
''This latest plan will solve the issues we're having with parts.''<br />}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Assorted Vahzilok dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Vahzilok Ambushes|text=
''This latest plan will solve the issues we're having with parts.''<br>
''Intruders!''<br />
''Hero!''<br>
''{{Task Force}} can't be allowed to live!''
''You die today!''<br>
''Don't let them through!''<br />}}
''Intruders!''<br>
''Don't let {{Task Force}} through!''<br>
''Focus, we're still far from completion of the plan.''<br>
''Legs...arms...new heads...better torsos...''<br>
''They move forward too fast, we're not even done here.''<br>
'' We need to get moving to meet the others.''<br>
''It's {{Task Force}}! Harvest them!''<br>
''{{Task Force}} can't be allowed to live!''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Guards and Vahzilok Victim dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Guards and Vahzilok Victim Dialogue|text=
'''Reaper''' ''Fresh body parts! Let's test the serum and see how it goes!''<br />
'''Reaper''' ''Fresh body parts! Let's test the serum and see how it goes!''<br />
'''Vahzilok Victim''' ''H-help! Please! Don't do this!''<br />
'''Vahzilok Victim''' ''H-help! Please! Don't do this!''<br />
'''Reaper''' ''No more interruptions from {{Task Force}}!''<br />
'''Reaper''' ''No more interruptions from {{Task Force}}!''<br />
'''Vahzilok Victim''' ''I-it's {{Task Force}}!''}}
'''Vahzilok Victim''' ''I-it's {{Task Force}}!''


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Doc Buzzsaw dialogue|text=
'''On Rescue:'''
:'''Vahzilok Victim''' ''T-thank you! I need to get out of here!''
:'''Vahzilok Victim''' ''If it helps, I overheard them saying something about the Faultline Dam and Excelsior!''}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Doc Buzzsaw Dialogue|text=
'''Before combat:'''  ''"Tell him that I need to gather more test subjects for the serum before we can proceed to phase three."''<br />
'''Before combat:'''  ''"Tell him that I need to gather more test subjects for the serum before we can proceed to phase three."''<br />
'''Combat start:'''  ''"Ah, Positron's lackeys! You'll be perfect samples to prepare for the Faultline project!"''<br />
''"Well perhaps you can tell me how Positron's lackeys found Epidural in the first place..."''<br />
''"Well perhaps you can tell me how Positron's lackeys found Epidural in the first place..."''<br />
''"I know he is unhappy."''<br />
''"I know he is unhappy."''<br />
''"Listen, just get me the Excelsior and I'll handle the rest!"''<br />
''"Listen, just get me the [[Excelsior]] and I'll handle the rest!"''<br />
'''Defeated:'''  ''"Listen, just get me the Excelsior and I'll handle the rest!"''<br />
'''Combat start:'''  ''"Ah, Positron's lackeys! You'll be perfect samples to prepare for the Faultline project!"''<br />}}
'''After defeating a player:'''  ''"{{orange|Needs text.}}"''}}
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
*[[Doc Buzzsaw]]
**''Doc Buzzsaw is one of Dr. Vahzilok's most promising disciples. Her knowledge of cybernetics has proven invaluable to the Doctor's crusade to cure the human condition and bring humanity to the next stage of evolution. Recent difficulties with Paragon City's heroes have begun to strain their relationship, and it seems only a matter of time before Doc Buzzsaw buzzes off.''


'''Enemies'''
{{Enemy Freakshow}}
{{Enemy Vahzilok}}


{{Mission Clue|Name=Blood Sample|Text=You received this blood sample from the unfortunate test subject of a Vahzilok poisoning experiment.}}
{{Mission Clue|Name=Blood Sample|Text=You received this blood sample from the unfortunate test subject of a Vahzilok poisoning experiment.}}
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At any rate, this blood sample is a great step forward. Hopefully I can work out a counter-agent to the Vahzilok poison before they get to phase three.
At any rate, this blood sample is a great step forward. Hopefully I can work out a counter-agent to the Vahzilok poison before they get to phase three.


Wait, what was that about Excelsior?  
Wait, what was that about [[Excelsior]]?  


Of course! Now it all makes sense! That 2% of the formula! I knew I'd seen it somewhere before. It's Excelsior! Or rather, small traces of it.
Of course! Now it all makes sense! That 2% of the formula! I knew I'd seen it somewhere before. It's Excelsior! Or rather, small traces of it.
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{{orange|Positron's communicator goes off with an SOS signal.}}
{{orange|Positron's communicator goes off with an SOS signal.}}


==={{UL|Save Atlas Park!}}===
=== {{UL|Save Atlas Park!}} ===
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part Five: Reflection'''
'''The Rule of Three<br />Part Five: Reflection'''


{{Task Force}}, we've got a serious problem! I was just contacted by {{yellow|Ms. Liberty}}. Somehow the Circle of Thorns have attacked the very heart of Atlas Park and are now on a mad rampage throughout the city!
'''Briefing'''
 
{{Task Force}}, we've got a serious problem! I was just contacted by '''{{yellow|Ms. Liberty}}'''. Somehow the Circle of Thorns have attacked the very heart of [[Atlas Park]] and are now on a mad rampage throughout the city!


She doesn't know how it happened but she needs help, fast!  
She doesn't know how it happened but she needs help, fast!  


I need you all to get down to Atlas Park and get the situation under control with Ms. Liberty! In the meantime I'm going to head to Faultline to make sure this isn't some sort of distraction by the Circle!  
I need you all to get down to Atlas Park and get the situation under control with [[Ms. Liberty]]! In the meantime I'm going to head to [[Faultline]] to make sure this isn't some sort of distraction by the Circle!  
 


'''Mission Acceptance'''
'''Mission Acceptance'''
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If I need your backup at the dam, I'll be sure to send you a message.
If I need your backup at the dam, I'll be sure to send you a message.


'''Ambush!'''
{{Ambush|After accepting this mission you will be ambushed by [[Circle of Thorns]].}}
 
After accepting this mission you will be ambushed by [[Circle of Thorns]]].


'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Snow Maiden's group dialogue|text=
'''Enemies'''
 
{{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
{{Enemy Doppelgangers}}
 
 
'''Notable NPCs'''
 
* [[Snow Maiden]]
* [[The Ranger|Ranger]]
* [[Strongheart]]
* [[The Dragon's Tail|Dragon's Tail]]
* [[Azuria]]
* Tarses {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Rank=Boss|Type=Madness Mage}}
* [[Rollister]] (Cutscene only)
* Shadow Simulacrum x number of players {{Named|Faction=Doppelgangers|Rank=Boss|Type=Shadow Simulacrum}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Snow Maiden's group Dialogue|text=
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"Absorb her essence and then dump the husk."''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"Absorb her essence and then dump the husk."''<br />
'''Snow Maiden''' ''"It's not going to end like this...not when I can still fight...!"''<br />
'''Snow Maiden''' ''"It's not going to end like this...not when I can still fight...!"''<br />
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'''Snow Maiden, upon rescue:''' ''"Thanks {{Task Force}}. I'll go help the others in Atlas!"''}}
'''Snow Maiden, upon rescue:''' ''"Thanks {{Task Force}}. I'll go help the others in Atlas!"''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Ranger's group dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Ranger's group Dialogue|text=
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:''' ''"Pathetic!"''<br>
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:''' ''"Pathetic!"''<br />
'''Ranger''' ''"I have too much to settle to be put down here!"''<br />
'''Ranger''' ''"I have too much to settle to be put down here!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:''' ''"Have we not KILLED {{Task Force}} yet?!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:''' ''"Have we not KILLED {{Task Force}} yet?!"''<br />
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'''Ranger, upon rescue:''' ''"You have my thanks. I will go secure the perimeter."''}}
'''Ranger, upon rescue:''' ''"You have my thanks. I will go secure the perimeter."''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Strongheart's group dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Strongheart's group Dialogue|text=
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"Finish this fool off, we don't need more heroes in our way."''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"Finish this fool off, we don't need more heroes in our way."''<br />
'''Strongheart''' ''"You'll never put me down, Circle!"''<br />
'''Strongheart''' ''"You'll never put me down, Circle!"''<br />
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'''Strongheart:''' ''"Right behind you Ms. Liberty!"''}}
'''Strongheart:''' ''"Right behind you Ms. Liberty!"''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Dragon's Tail's group dialogue|text=
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Dragon's Tail's group Dialogue|text=
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"There's some power in this one. Take it!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"There's some power in this one. Take it!"''<br />
'''Dragon's Tail''' ''"Is this...all I could do?"''<br />
'''Dragon's Tail''' ''"Is this...all I could do?"''<br />
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'''Dragon's Tail, upon rescue:''' ''"I'm in your debt, {{Task Force}}"''}}
'''Dragon's Tail, upon rescue:''' ''"I'm in your debt, {{Task Force}}"''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Tarses dialogue|text=
{{Ambush|After rescuing the fourth hero, you spawn several ambushes upon reaching the doors of City Hall.}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Ambush Dialogue|text= <br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"This is where you die, {{Task Force}}!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"You were fools to think that we couldn't break Azuria's magic!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"You can't stop us at the peak of our victory!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"Rollister and Tarses have won, {{Task Force}}, you're too late!"''<br />}}
 
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Tarses Dialogue|text=
'''On spawn''' ''"So, {{Task Force}}, you've gotten this far have you? Well it ends here!"''<br />
'''On spawn''' ''"So, {{Task Force}}, you've gotten this far have you? Well it ends here!"''<br />
'''Combat''' ''"The book is long gone by now, {{Task Force}}! We've got what we wanted!"''<br />
'''At 75% Life:''' ''"The book is long gone by now, {{Task Force}}! We've got what we wanted!"''<br />
''"The book is ours, and you will die because of it!"''<br />
'''At 50% Life:'''''"The book is ours, and you will die because of it!"''<br />
'''Upon Defeat''' ''"Impossible!"''}}
'''Upon Defeat''' ''"Impossible!"''}}
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Azuria's group dialogue|text=
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"You'll be perfect for the first sacrifice, Azuria!"''<br />
'''Azuria''' ''"Let go of me!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:''' ''"{{Task Force}}! Eliminate them!"''<br />
'''Azuria''' ''"{{Task Force}}! Help!"''<br />
'''Azuria, upon rescue:''' ''"{{Task Force}}, thank you!"''<br />
''"The Circle have made off with the book!"''<br />
''"I'm just glad you came in time before...oh I don't even want to think about it!"''}}
'''Ambush!'''
After rescuing the fourth hero, you spawn several ambushes upon reaching the doors of City Hall.
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Ambush dialogue|text= <br>
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"This is where you die, {{TaskForce}}!"''<br>
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"You were fools to think that we couldn't break Azuria's magic!"''<br>
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"You can't stop us at the peak of our victory!"''<br>
'''Circle of Thorns NPC''' ''"Rollister and Tarses have won, {{TaskForce}}, you're too late!"''<br>}}


{{Cutscene|Text=[[File:Rollister Threatens Azuria.jpg|thumb|300px|{{center|Rollister Threatens Azuria}}]]
{{Cutscene|Text=[[File:Rollister Threatens Azuria.jpg|thumb|300px|{{center|Rollister Threatens Azuria}}]]
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:''We'll be sure to make you pay for your interference...''
:''We'll be sure to make you pay for your interference...''
:''And now, one final annoyance to deal with.''
:''And now, one final annoyance to deal with.''
:''My Shadow Simulacrum will destroy {{Task Force}}!''}}


'''Shadow Simulacrum:'''  
{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Shadow Simulacrum Dialogue|text=
:''Destroy the interlopers!''}}
'''Shadow Simulacrum:''' ''Destroy the interlopers!''}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Azuria's group Dialogue|text=
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:'''  ''"You'll be perfect for the first sacrifice, Azuria!"''<br />
'''Azuria:''' ''"Let go of me!"''<br />
'''Circle of Thorns NPC:''' ''"{{Task Force}}! Eliminate them!"''<br />
'''Azuria:''' ''"{{Task Force}}! Help!"''<br />
'''Azuria, upon rescue:''' ''"{{Task Force}}, thank you!"''<br />
''"The Circle have made off with the book!"''<br />
''"I'm just glad you came in time before...oh I don't even want to think about it!"''}}


'''Notable NPCs'''
{{Mission Clue|Name=Shadow Simulacrum|Text=These shadowy doubles of you and your team were summoned by Rollister, the Circle Mage responsible for the theft of the Book of T'Jer'imikanu. If this magic were done to someone like [[Statesman]], the devastation would be immense!}}
* Snow Maiden
* Ranger
* Strongheart
* Dragon's Tail
* Azuria
* Tarses {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Type=Madness Mage}}
* Rollister {{Named|Faction=Circle of Thorns|Type=Madness Mage}}
 
 
'''Enemies'''
 
{{Enemy Circle of Thorns}}
{{Enemy Doppelgangers}}
 
{{Mission Clue|Name=Shadow Simulacrum|Text=These shadowy doubles of you and your team were summoned by Rollister, the Circle Mage responsible for the theft of the Book of T'Jer'imikanu. If this magic were done to someone like Statesman, the devastation would be immense!}}
 




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City Hall may be safe, but it seems we've got an even larger problem looming on the horizon. The Clockwork, Vahzilok, and Circle of Thorns are all planning something with the Faultline Dam. If this isn't contained, one of them will succeed - or they'll all destroy each other and the dam in the process! When you're ready, come speak to me again. We have a dam to save!
City Hall may be safe, but it seems we've got an even larger problem looming on the horizon. The Clockwork, Vahzilok, and Circle of Thorns are all planning something with the Faultline Dam. If this isn't contained, one of them will succeed - or they'll all destroy each other and the dam in the process! When you're ready, come speak to me again. We have a dam to save!


== Souvenir ==


'''Azuria's Thank You Card'''
Completing this mission will award characters the [[Rule of Three Badge]].
{{BadgeBox|Rule of Three}}


You received a thank you card from Azuria when she was released from the hospital in Atlas Park. Reading it over, it reminds you of an experience you know as...
== History ==
{{Historical|type=section|reason=change}}


'''The Rule of Three'''
* In [[Issue 17]], the Positron Task Force was updated and split into two task forces, like it was originally planned. The [[Old Positron Task Force|original incarnation]] was a single task force because the [[developer]]s could not figure out how to make a contact give two task forces. This made it long, arduous, and often painful for a large number of players, and it was one of the least liked task forces in the game.
* In [[Issue 26 Page 1|Issue 26, Page 1]], the minimum level to participate in this Task Force was lowered to 8. Positron's dialogue still incorrectly lists the minimum level as 10.


Positron sought out you and your team to help out with some issues around Steel Canyon. Your first investigation was into the Vahzilok. You went into one of their lairs within the sewers and arrested Epidural, one of Dr. Vahzilok's lieutenants. You found on him some odd chemicals, which Positron took to analyze.
While Positron was working on his analysis, you investigated an army of Clockwork being formed in a warehouse within Steel Canyon. You defeated an Assembler Prince named Gearteeth and found some odd parts lying around the warehouse. They weren't parts that belonged to the Clockwork, however. You also overheard the Clockwork speaking about some operation they were planning in the Faultline Dam.
You gave the parts to Positron, who had another task for you. Numina had contacted Azuria, saying that she was destined to work with your team. Your presence was requested by Azuria to recover the Book of T'Jer'imikanu from deep within Oranbega. You were able to storm Oranbega and make it out safely with the book.
Now that Azuria had her book and Numina was appeased, it was time to get back to business. Positron located another Vahzilok cell within Steel Canyon. He asked you to storm it and find out anything you could about the chemical you recovered earlier. You did so and discovered that part of the chemical was Excelsior, used mainly by the Freakshow to make it easier to graft their parts onto their bodies. Positron proposed that perhaps Dr. Vahzilok was trying to make the bodies of ALL the people in Paragon like this. But why?
Before that question could be answered, Positron received an SOS call from Ms. Liberty. The Circle of Thorns had attacked the very heart of Atlas Park! Your team went in to fight them off, saving the trapped heroes that were there as well as the heart of city hall itself. You all had fought a shadow version of your very task force as well! Unfortunately, the Circle of Thorns had made off with the Book of T'Jer'imikanu. Despite that loss, your team had single-handedly saved Atlas Park and MAGI from the Circle of Thorns. For that, you'll all always be remembered.
Like all good things though, your time for victory would be short. The Vahzilok, Clockwork, and the Circle of Thorns all had plans for Faultline's Dam, and there was only one team who could stop them - yours.
== History ==
In [[Issue 17]], the Positron Task Force was updated and split into two task forces, like it was originally planned. The [[Old Positron Task Force|original incarnation]] was a single task force because the [[developer]]s could not figure out how to make a contact give two task forces. This made it long, arduous, and often painful for a large number of players, and it was one of the least liked task forces in the game.


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Latest revision as of 04:18, 25 September 2024

This article is about the first part of the revamped Positron Task Force. For other parts & versions, see Positron Task Force.

Overview

Task Force
The Rule of Three
Positron.jpg
Contact Positron
Zone Steel Canyon
Suggested Team Size 3 players
Coordinates (-3136, -80, -501)[Copy]
Level Range 8-15
Merits 11
Badge Badge PositronRevampPart1.png Rule of Three
Enemy Groups
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The Positron Task Force is the first of six Freedom Phalanx Task Forces, and the completion of all six grants the Task Force Commander Badge. The other five task forces are started by Synapse, Penelope Yin, Citadel, Manticore, and Numina.

In order to get the Positron's Ally Badge, a player must complete both Part One and Part Two, which each grant their own unique badges as well (meaning the revamped Positron Task Force awards three badges).

This task force is not designated as a Signature Task Force. As such, missions will spawn at the level of the star holder, but no higher than level 15.



Merit Rewards: This activity awards 11 Reward Merits.

Introductions

Initial Contact

Character, What can I do for you?

Discuss events in Steel Canyon.

Discuss events in the rest of the city.

Missions

Souvenir

Azuria's Thank You Card

You received a thank you card from Azuria when she was released from the hospital in Atlas Park. Reading it over, it reminds you of an experience you know as...

The Rule of Three

Agree to form a task force.

The Rule of Three
Part One: Dead Lead

Briefing

Character, I'm glad you're interested in what's going on around here. I've heard a lot about what you've been doing around the city - I think I can trust you to have my back in this current situation. We're getting odd movements all over by the Clockwork, Circle of Thorns, and Vahzilok. I could use the help of you and your team in finding out what they're all up to. Are you in?

Mission Acceptance

Glad to hear it. You're going to need a name I can refer to your group by, let's use Task Force Name, shall we?

First things first. The Vahzilok recently tried to poison the water of Paragon City. I've done a little recon in the area, searching for Vahzilok who were involved in that caper, and I came across a nest of Vahzilok led by an Eidolon that goes by the monicker 'Epidural'. There's also another group of Vahzilok that I've picked up in the sewers here beneath Blyde Square.

We'll split up and take both groups down. I'll handle the group here in Blyde Square, I need you to go track down Epidural!

Unnecessary Solicitation

You need to look into that Vahzilok nest!


Mission Objective(s)

The noxious air forms an oily vapor that sticks to everything. Even your own costume, unfortunately.

  • Defeat Epidural!

You have defeated Epidural and recovered a clue to the Vahzilok's next plot.


Enemies

Vahzilok


Notable NPCs


Minions Dialogues
Epidural Dialogue
Clue
Vahzilok Chemical

You took this sample from Epidural a Vahzilok lair. Positron's analysis can tell you whether it is poisonous.

Debriefing

Good to see you're back, Task Force Name. The lead I chased after came up empty - how did you do?

Ah...I see. Interesting. I'll have a look at that sample you recovered to see what's in there. It's concerning to hear that Dr. Vahzilok might have something else planned for the city, but what else is new?

I'm sure that we'll be able to stop whatever he's planning - once we figure it out. In the meantime, we have a problem cropping up with the Clockwork.

Here Task Force Name, use this signal to contact me from anywhere in Paragon.

Stop the Clockwork Operations in Steel Canyon!

The Rule of Three
Part Two: Gears in a Clock

Briefing

My scanner indicates that the sample you brought me is a 98% match to that previously used by the Vahzilok, but the other 2% is... hmmm, this will take some time to isolate the unknown variables...

I'm sorry, there I go rambling again. Thank you for this curious sample.

Anyway, regarding the Clockwork. We've got a major situation on our hands. There are reports that the Clockwork are building a massive army right here in the heart of Steel Canyon! I need you all to get to the location of their warehouse and put a stop to them!

While you're there though...

Can you find me a piece of Clockwork that is still functioning? Everyone else that I ask tends to bring in pieces that are battered, melted, frozen, slashed, gashed, and shot to pieces. I just need some pieces that aren't totally destroyed.

Mission Acceptance

Excellent, I knew you'd be up for it Task Force Name. I scanned the area, and I found an abandoned warehouse that's infested with Clockwork.

Word on the street has been that an Assembler Prince by the name of Gearteeth has been running a clockwork manufacturing operation in Steel Canyon for some time. My calculations support the hypothesis that a part from an Assembler Prince has the greatest chance of remaining functional after deactivation - as long as you're careful not to destroy it.

Take down Gearteeth and bring me back some of his parts. Also, see what he's really up to, the clockwork don't build a small army for nothing.

Unnecessary Solicitation

I know if anyone can do this, it'll be Task Force Name.


Mission Objective(s)

The grinding of Clockwork gears is almost deafening. It seems you have stumbled onto a major operation. What exactly constitutes a 'major operation' from a group composed of makeshift miniature robots is something you'll have to find out.

  • Search for clues to Gearteeth's plans
    • Defeat Gearteeth

You have defeated the Clockwork prince, Gearteeth. Unfortunately, no working Clockwork pieces could be salvaged. You did, however, discover something that Gearteeth was working on.


Enemies

Clockwork


Notable NPCs

Assorted Clockwork NPC Dialogue
Clue
Strange Parts

You found these heavy steel components in a Clockwork nest, but they're clearly not from any Clockwork construct. The robots defended them with vigor, so the parts must mean something to them.

Clockwork Ambush
Gearteeth dialogue
Clue
Worthless Scrap Metal

After you smashed Gearteeth, the metal automaton collapsed into a pile of rusted metal. The once animated killing machine instantly transformed into nothing but worthless scrap.


Debriefing

You didn't find a working piece, eh? That's too bad, but this unusual part you found more than makes up for it. I'd like to examine this; it isn't like anything I've seen the Clockwork King use before.

And he mentioned Faultline? Hrm...I wonder what he could be up to.

This combined with Dr. Vahzilok's plans worry me, Task Force Name. The city is faced with threats daily, but we may have some problems if two major villains are planning two plots at the same time.

I'll worry about that. For now, we have another problem to handle - the Circle of Thorns.

Recover the Book

The Rule of Three:
Part Three: Elder Magic

Briefing

Azuria contacted me regarding the Circle of Thorns. When I asked her why she contacted me, the scientist of the Phalanx, she said it was because, 'Numina told me that my path and the path of Task Force Name were destined to cross.' So I hope you all don't mind looking into this, or else I'll never hear the end of it from Numina.

Anyway, some of the MAGI mystics have divined that the Circle are in possession of the Book of T'Jer'imikanu.

According to Azuria, it's a very powerful spell book that contains Elder Magic. From what Azuria has said, this is the same kind of magic wielded when the Mu first fought against the people of Oranbega thousands of years ago.

Their mystics within MAGI indicated that the Circle of Thorns have it somewhere inside their magical city of Oranbega.

Mission Acceptance

Great, I knew I could count on you.

When you find the Book of T'Gerima... T'Geruni... the magic book, be really careful with it. It's the only known copy. According to MAGI It was thought to be destroyed in the Chicago fire of 1871.

Now get on over to MAGI and talk to Azuria, she'll get you where you need to go.

Teleport Assault into Oranbega

Unnecessary Solicitation

I have no idea how to get into Oranbega. Azuria over at MAGI said she could teleport you to where the MAGI diviners located the Book of T'Geronimo... The Book.

Briefing

Character, with Task Force Name, correct? I'm glad you came.

I have the spell ready to send you into Oranbega.

Along with retrieving the book, you'll need to defeat the chief mages within and also destroy any obelisks you find. The obelisks...are key to the Circle empowering other magical spells that they have.

Are you ready?

  • Send me into Oranbega

Mission Objective(s)

Azuria's translocation magic leaves you disoriented for a moment, but when your senses clear you find yourself in the mythical city of Oranbega, home to the Circle of Thorns.

  • Teleport Assault into Oranbega
    • Find the Book of T'Jer'imikanu
    • 3 Obelisks to destroy
    • 2 Chief Mages to defeat

You found the Book of T'Jer'imikanu!

Enemies

Circle of Thorns


Notable NPCs


Assorted NPC Dialogue
Obelisk Defenders
Tarses Dialogue
Clue
The Lance of Storms

The Circle Mages you encountered deep in Oranbega mentioned something called 'The Lance of Storms'.

Rollister dialogue
Clue
Blueprints

These blueprints are for the Paragon City Dam. You recovered them from the body of Rollister, a Circle of Thorns mage you encountered in the depths of Oranbega, but you don't know why they would want them.


Clue
This ancient text

This ancient text is written in a language you don't understand. This book, the last of its kind, was presumed lost in the Chicago fire of 1871.

Deliver the Book to Azuria Atlas Park

Unnecessary Solicitation

I believe Azuria and the mystics working at MAGI would do greater good with that book than I.


Briefing

The Book of T'Jer'imikanu! You've found it! It is in superb condition... I don't know how to thank you.

What is this about a Lance of Storms? I'm afraid I'm not familiar with such a thing. Perhaps T'Jer'imikanu wrote of it. I shall look into it immediately!

As for those blue prints, I think Positron could help you decipher those schematics better than I. I'll get in touch with you if I discover anything about that lance.


Debriefing

Excellent job with fighting the Circle of Thorns, Task Force Name.

What's this? Blue prints? Interesting...

These blue prints are detailed schematics of the Faultline Dam. I wonder what the Circle of Thorns were doing with these? Hrm...Clockwork and the Circle of Thorns, both connected to Faultline in some manner...I'll look into this for you, Task Force Name. For now, we have to deal with the Vahzilok. I've made a breakthrough on that chemical you found earlier.

Check out the fake company.

The Rule of Three
Part Four: Two Percent

Briefing

It turns out that chemical from the Vahzilok is a complex bonded molecular compound with twisted valences. Very high tech stuff. I was intrigued by their ability to... oh, sorry. Alright, here's some information you can use now.

One of the chemicals in the compound was polyfluidic morscarpium. Pretty specialized. Only two distributors in the area even make it. I checked their shipments for the past couple weeks, and traced one to a company here in Steel Canyon that shouldn't exist.

What's more is that I still can't identify that mystery two percent of the compound. Maybe you can find some answers in that distribution facility.

Mission Acceptance

The name on the lease is Dr. Morben, but I'm betting he's either dead, or working with the Vahzilok. I'd like you to arrest him or whoever is operating there now.

And Task Force Name, stay sharp, it's likely that the Vahzilok have found out about the raid on Epidural's hideout, so they might be expecting someone to come looking.

Unnecessary Solicitation

You should be checking out Dr. Morben's operation.


Mission Objective(s)

A chemical odor burns your nasal passage, but not thoroughly enough to make you immune to the stink of the Vahzilok and their walking corpses.

  • Investigate Dr. Morben's Company
    • Find a blood sample
    • Rescue any Vahzilok victims
    • Arrest whoever is in charge

You have stopped the Vahzilok operation and recovered some evidence.


Enemies

Freakshow
Vahzilok


Notable NPCs


Assorted Vahzilok Dialogue
Vahzilok Ambushes
Guards and Vahzilok Victim Dialogue
Doc Buzzsaw Dialogue


Clue
Blood Sample

You received this blood sample from the unfortunate test subject of a Vahzilok poisoning experiment.

Clue
Phase 3

You overheard Doctor Buzzsaw talking to someone on the phone about 'phase 3'. You couldn't get any more answers out of Buzzsaw, but whatever the Vahzilok are up to, it sounds like it is big.

Clue
Excelsior

Doctor Buzzsaw mentioned that she needed someone to get her some Excelsior and then she would handle the rest. What good could possibly be done with such a potent and frightening drug?


Debriefing

Good job in bringing in Doc Buzzsaw!

Phase three...and the Faultline project? This doesn't bode well, Task Force Name.

At any rate, this blood sample is a great step forward. Hopefully I can work out a counter-agent to the Vahzilok poison before they get to phase three.

Wait, what was that about Excelsior?

Of course! Now it all makes sense! That 2% of the formula! I knew I'd seen it somewhere before. It's Excelsior! Or rather, small traces of it.

The Vahzilok must be experimenting with mixing their chemical compound with Excelsior in order to increase the success rate of grafting different tissues together. Or worse yet, grafting cybernetics to their walking corpses.

I'll have to study this blood sample and see how it has reacted with the victim's blood. Only then will I be able to figure out what the Vahzilok are aiming to do. This can't be good though if it has to do with Faultline as well.

We should see about that Clockwork lead of -

Positron's communicator goes off with an SOS signal.

Save Atlas Park!

The Rule of Three
Part Five: Reflection

Briefing

Task Force Name, we've got a serious problem! I was just contacted by Ms. Liberty. Somehow the Circle of Thorns have attacked the very heart of Atlas Park and are now on a mad rampage throughout the city!

She doesn't know how it happened but she needs help, fast!

I need you all to get down to Atlas Park and get the situation under control with Ms. Liberty! In the meantime I'm going to head to Faultline to make sure this isn't some sort of distraction by the Circle!

Mission Acceptance

Take the trolley, Task Force Name, it'll get you straight there! Once you arrive, seek out Ms. Liberty at once.

If I need your backup at the dam, I'll be sure to send you a message.

Ambush! After accepting this mission you will be ambushed by Circle of Thorns.

Unnecessary Solicitation

There's no time to waste, Task Force Name!


Mission Objective(s)

You're here... And so are the Circle of Thorns!

  • Save Atlas Park!
    • 4 Heroes to Rescue
    • Defeat the incoming Circle of Thorns!
    • Speak with Azuria

City Hall is safe, but the Circle have gotten away with the book and Azuria has been hospitalized due to the attack. You should get back to Positron to see what he has found on his end.


Enemies

Circle of Thorns
Doppelgangers


Notable NPCs

Snow Maiden's group Dialogue
Ranger's group Dialogue
Strongheart's group Dialogue
Dragon's Tail's group Dialogue

Ambush! After rescuing the fourth hero, you spawn several ambushes upon reaching the doors of City Hall.

Ambush Dialogue
Tarses Dialogue
Rollister Threatens Azuria

Rollister:

You were foolish to steal the book from us, Azuria.
We'll be sure to make you pay for your interference...
And now, one final annoyance to deal with.
My Shadow Simulacrum will destroy Task Force Name!
Shadow Simulacrum Dialogue
Azuria's group Dialogue
Clue
Shadow Simulacrum

These shadowy doubles of you and your team were summoned by Rollister, the Circle Mage responsible for the theft of the Book of T'Jer'imikanu. If this magic were done to someone like Statesman, the devastation would be immense!


Debriefing

I heard all about what happened in Atlas Park, Task Force Name. I'm glad you were able to save Azuria and City Hall from the Circle of Thorns. The theft of the book of...of that book helps put together the last piece of the puzzle in this.

The Circle want that book to power what they call 'The Lance of Storms'. To do this, they need a large amount of electricity - something that's generated by the Faultline Dam! Looking over the blueprints you found from the Circle, that object you found from the Clockwork is actually a demolition device - set to destroy the foundations of the Faultline Dam!

City Hall may be safe, but it seems we've got an even larger problem looming on the horizon. The Clockwork, Vahzilok, and Circle of Thorns are all planning something with the Faultline Dam. If this isn't contained, one of them will succeed - or they'll all destroy each other and the dam in the process! When you're ready, come speak to me again. We have a dam to save!


Completing this mission will award characters the Rule of Three Badge.

Badge
Hero
You've joined the Freedom Phalanx's Task Force Program. In the process of proving yourself to Positron, you uncovered three villainous plots involving the Faultline Dam.
Villain
You've ditched the Freedom Phalanx's Task Force Program. You proved yourself to Positron by uncovering the Faultline Dam plots, but then turned your back on him.

History

This section contains information about changes that took place in Homecoming: City of Heroes/Villains. It is provided for historical purposes.

  • In Issue 17, the Positron Task Force was updated and split into two task forces, like it was originally planned. The original incarnation was a single task force because the developers could not figure out how to make a contact give two task forces. This made it long, arduous, and often painful for a large number of players, and it was one of the least liked task forces in the game.
  • In Issue 26, Page 1, the minimum level to participate in this Task Force was lowered to 8. Positron's dialogue still incorrectly lists the minimum level as 10.


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