Mission:Tip - 'This is How she Dies'

'This is How She Dies' (40-50)

The signal on your radio goes in and out for a moment and then you hear the following:

'She's been causing too many problems, that Overdrive. I want her whacked, got it? The Family will pay big. Do the job and get your money. Or maybe even a place in our cozy little family. Just make sure you drop a tulip next to her so we know it was you, got it? She's currently investigating one of our warehouses in the Rogue Isles.'

This is exactly the kind of lead you've been looking for. The Family is so far beneath you any reward they could offer would be laughable. However, the opportunity to go face to face with a real hero--this Overdrive--gets your blood pumping. The look on Overdrive's face as you crush her beneath your boot will be reward enough.

The Family doesn't have much that interests you, however you definitely see an opportunity here. You could let Overdrive know that the Family is gunning for her, you could always use more contacts in Paragon City should you need someone to watch your back.

Villain Acceptance

Briefing

It's hard to pass up a situation like this. Overdrive is practically being given to you thanks to the Family tipping you off that she was in the Rogue Isles. There's the small matter of dealing with her bodyguards, but you figure a warmup is in order before taking on Overdrive.

• Take out Overdrive!

Overdrive is currently investigating an abandoned office for Family activity with a lasrge group of Longbow. Now's your chance to swoop in and take her out.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Overdrive is investigating an abandoned office nearby. Now's your chance! Get in there and take out Overdrive.

Mission Objective(s)

You can hear the echoes of voices from deep within the warehouse.You hear a woman arguing with someone else.

• Take out Overdrive!
  • Defeat Desdemona

You took down both Overdrive and Desdemona. It was a hero two for one sale!

Enemies

Longbow

Notable NPCs

• Overdrive
• Desdemona

Debriefing

That was unexpected! You managed to not only take out Overdive, but Desdemona as well. When word gets around, the Rogue Isles will fear your name even more than usual.

Random chatter

Mission Start

Longbow Flamethrower: Positron vouched for her personally. I think she'll be a great help.

Longbow Rifleman: I'm not so sure I trust her.

Longbow Rifleman: I know, but still, I mean she summons de--wait,what was that.

Upon approach

Overdrive: Okay,look guys

Overdrive: You need to trust me on this. Desdemona is our ally.

Overdrive: I sent her away so we could talk ab--did you hear something?

Overdrive dialogue

Overdrive: Character?

Overdrive: You've got quite the reputation in the Rogue Isles,Character

Overdrive: I got sloppy, I should have prepared for this.

Overdrive: I admit,you're powerful.

Overdrive: I-I can't give up!

Desdemona dialogue

Desdemona: Overdr--

Desdemona: OVERDRIVE! No!

Desdemona: How could you?

Desdemona: I know your kind.

Desdemona: I was like you once.

Desdemona: I won't let you get away with this.

Desdemona: You're a lot stronger than the Longbow reports made out.

Desdemona: Overdive I'm sorry

Rogue Acceptance

Briefing

The Family wants Overdrive killed. They themselves would have a heck of a time doing that, though; she's no joke. They'll likely hire mercenaries and other villains--like yourself--to do so. Your hope is that by warning her you might earn a favor that you'll be able to call in.

• Warn Overdrive!

The Family has a lot of resources to throw at their problems. It would be out of the question to expect other big hitters there. You're hoping she's grateful enough to owe you a favor.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Overdrive has to be warned of the Family's plot to kill her.

Mission Objective(s)

You fear it might be too late. You overhear Arachnos troops patrolling the place. They must have overheard the Family message as well!

• Warn Overdrive
  • Recruit Desdemona (Optional)
  • Find Overdrive
  • Lead Overdrive to safety
  • Deal with Mangle

You rescued Overdrive and now she owes you a favor.

Enemies

Arachnos

Notable NPCs

• Desdemona (Boss, Ally)
• Operative Wilkins (Arachnos Fortunata Misstress)
• Overdrive (Boss, Escort Hostage)
• Hollow Point (Boss)
• Mangle (Boss)

Random chatter

Mission Start

Bane Spider Commando: Nothing on the horizon... so far.

Fortunata: Their bounty on the hero was laughable!

Bane Spider Commando: Hah! The Family, what a joke!

Bane Spider Commando: Lord Recluse will be pleased when we present him with both Overdrive and Desdemona!

Upon approach

Bane Spider Commando: Character!

Fortunata: We won't let you steal our glory!

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After Desdemona's rescue

Fortunata: Character is getting away with our prize! Attack!

Rescuing Desdemona

Upon approach

Desdemona: You are making a horrible mistake.

Operative Wilkins: A mistake? No. I think not.

Desdemona: Now you see what I mean?

Operative Wilkins: This is our lucky day.

Desdemona: Character is here and they're not likely to go easy on you.

Operative Wilkins: We nab Overdrive, Desdemona and Character!

Operative Wilkins: Lord Recluse might even make me a patron!

After Desdemona's rescue

Well done, Character. Thank you.

You're here to warn Overdrive?

A bit late for that, but I think we can still help her.

Be carefull though, Arachnos has hired some mercenaries to help bring in Overdrive.

Rescuing Overdrive

Upon approach

Overdrive: Look, Hollow Point. It doesn't have to be this wa-

Hollow Point: No! You look!

Hollow Point: It does have to be this way. You've interfered with my plans too many times.

Hollow Point: Lord Recluse wants you alive, but I can't take that risk.

Attacking the guards

Hollow Point: Any last words?

Overdrive: Character!

Hollow Point: Character?

Hollow Point: Odd last wo--wait a minute!

Hollow Point: It's really Character! To arms! To arms!

After Overdrive's rescue

Character, I'm truly surprised to see you here. You're here to warn me?

A little late, but you timing on saving me couldn't be better.

I'm exhausted and pretty beat up. I'm afraid I won't be much use to you in a fight.

Get me out of here and I'll put in a good word for you, should you ever decide to come to Paragon City.

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Fight with Mangle
Upon approach

Mangle: Ah! We're in luck!

Mangle: She's in here.

Combat start

Mangle: I'll rip you to shreds, Character!

75% health:

Mangle: After I'm done with you, I'll deliver Overdrive to Lord Recluse.

50% health:

Mangle: Lord Recluse has promised to consider making me a patron if I bring him both Overdrive and Desdemona.

Mangle: Once I defeat you, I'll definitely be made patron!

25% health:

Mangle: No! No! I must win.

Upon defeat

Mangle: Must. Succeed.

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Rescuing Overdrive
Upon leading Overdrive to the mission exit

Overdrive: As I promised, Desdemona and I will spread the word. Keep doing good things, Character!

Overdrive: It's not too late to turn over a new leaf.

Desdemona's Warning

Desdemona tells you that she's been working with Overdrive and Longbow to investigate a Family crime spree that began in Paragon City. They found themselves in the Rogue Isles, stepped on some toes, and now Arachnos and the Family are actively hunting them down.

Debriefing

You managed to wade through the mess that was created when the call went out to kill Overdrive. You managed to save her life, which is something you'll bring up if she ever tries to take you to the slammer.

Surely that's something those do-gooders will keep in mind, right?