Mission:Alexandra Sideris - Accept task to destroy shadow crystals

Accept task to destroy shadow crystals

Briefing

As you may know, Romulus had allied with the Dark Ones, creatures from the very depths of Hades. They lurk in the shadows of the surrounding caves, harnessing the power of their shadow crystals even now in his absence. If we can destroy these crystals we can gain a tactical advantage in the war against Romulus. I am told if they are allowed to grow, it could spell the end of times for all of us.

You must find these shadow crystals and destroy them, Character. I know not what foul manner of magic they contain, but I do know that they are a source of the Dark Ones' incredible power.

You have 60 minutes to complete this task.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Time is not on our side, Character. Not only do the Dark Ones use these crystals for power, but I believe that they may have the magical ability to move his men from one place to another!

Bug! Incarnate Shifts currently do not apply in this mission. It also may not be intentional for all three Dark Nova Alphas to have the same name.

Mission Objective(s)

These crystals cannot be allowed to grow, or it's doom for all mankind!

• Destroy the shadow crystals
  • 3 shadow crystals to destroy
  • 3 Crystal Guardians to defeat (Optional)

Success: You have completed your task successfully.
Failure: Your task has ended in failure. There is no honor, nor reward, in that.

Enemies

Cimeroran Traitors

Nictus

Notable NPCs

• Shadow Crystal x3 (Object)
• Boss Name x3 (Nictus Dark Nova Alpha)

Editor's Note:

Names for the Dark Nova Alphas seem to follow the pattern X Y, where X is a modifier and Y is a noun. Possibilities include: X = Abiotic, Protonic; Y = Parasite, Potential. For instance, "Abiotic Parasite" and "Protonic Potential" are possible names.

All three Alphas have the same name; the name changes on different runs of the mission.

Patrol Dialogue

Before Combat:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: The air has been disturbed. Someone is here.
Cimeroran Traitor 2: Let us investigate, then.

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Before Combat:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: I heard a noise further up. Will you join me?
Cimeroran Traitor 2: I shall. Together we will eliminate the intruder.

Crystal Guards Dialogue

Before Combat:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: I do not understand, how can this rock grow?
Cimeroran Traitor 2: It is not for us to understand, only to protect.
Combat Start:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: Protect the Dark Ones!

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Before Combat:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: I miss the sounds and smells of battle. I should be out there!
Cimeroran Traitor 2: I know how you feel, brother.
Combat Start:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: Battle has come to us! The Fates willed it so!

Crystal Guardians Dialogue

Before Combat:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: Boss Name has shown us the way.
Cimeroran Traitor 2: The future is for us, and us alone.
Combat Start:
Cimeroran Traitor 1: You fool! You dare challenge a god?

Debriefing

Mission Success: Thank you, Character. You have destroyed those foul crystals. I am most pleased.

Mission Failure: Those crystals are but one key to the Dark Ones' power, but a large one nonetheless. I am disappointed that you were not able to eliminate them. I hope for all of our sakes that you are willing to try again.