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== Overview ==
{{Infobox Contact
|name=Brother Hammond
|image=Brother Hammond.jpg
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|zone=[[Cap au Diable]]
|x=-242|y=135|z=781
|levels=15-24
|introed={{missing}}
|intros={{missing}}
|enemies={{Enemy Arachnos}}
|badges=[[False Prophet]]
}}

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==Introductions==
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=== Information ===
Brother Hammond was one of Martin Henri's first converts, and has been a devoted follower ever since. While many of his brothers take up arms against those who would use technology - which his order proclaims is as sinful as making bargains with devils - he chooses instead to evangelize on the streets of Aeon City. He believes that, if he can spread the word of Truth to enough people, his brotherhood will grow to become a sizable force in Cap au Diable. So far, those efforts have proved fruitless.

=== Initial Contact ===
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=== Greetings ===
Greetings, {{GenderDialogue|male=Brother|female=Sister}} {{Character}}.

=== No More Missions ===
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== Store ==
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== Story Arc ==
=== {{UL|The Aeon Conspiracy}} ===
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==== Souvenir ====

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==== {{UL|Part One: A Web for the Spider}} ====
The Aeon Conspiracy
What Schemes May Come
Part One: A Web for the Spider

'''{{orange|The hooded man looks at you skeptically, but spreads his hands in a welcoming gesture.}}

I am here to spread the words of Truth to those that would hear it, no matter where they may come from. My name is Brother Hammond. Stay with me, and listen.

Soon the Chosen One will appear to lead us, risen from the shadows to save us from Aeon and his corruption. The prophecies say that she will enter the center of the corruption, the very heart of the darkness, and there she will face three great evils. With the might of the Truth, she shall strike down the corrupt, and will arise as the champion of the righteous. She will lead us to glory, and victory over Aeon and his dark works.

'''{{orange|You can't help but notice how... achievable Hammond's prophecy sounds. The Luddites aren't an especially capable force in the Rogue Isles, but having them at your beck and call could prove useful.}}

So, sister, you have heard a small part of the Truth. Will you be joining us in our crusade?

* {{green|Perhaps, brother. But I have something important to do first.}}

'''{{orange|Hammond nods solemnly.}}

Ours is a quest of sacrifice. If you wish to bid farewell to loved ones and break ties with your old ways, then do so. I will be here for some time, spreading the Truth. When you are ready, come see me once more.

'''{{orange|The prophecy mentioned that the Chosen One would enter the 'heart of the darkness' and face 'three evils'. If you assume the 'heart of darkness' is referring to Aeon City Square, then fulfilling the prophecy is a simple matter of setting a trap for Aeon's Arachnos flunkies.

And as everyone in the Rogue Isles knows, the best way to attract the attention of Arachnos is to humiliate them.}}

===== {{UL|Provoke Aeon's Lieutenants}} =====

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=All you have to do is get Arachnos's attention. Considering what you're capable of, that shouldn't be difficult at all.|Primary=Provoke Aeon's Lieutenants
|Secondary=|Additional=**Steal the Arachnos weapon prototype
**Ensure Arachnos knows what you did|Completion=You have provoked Arachnos, and set a time for them to 'ambush' you.}}

'''Enemies'''
* {{Enemy Arachnos}}

'''Notable NPCs'''
* None.

{{NPC Text|title=On security terminal|text=
{{orange|It looks like this terminal has direct access to every security system in the base. If you want to spread word of your recent theft to Arachnos, now would be the time to do it.}}

* {{green|(Turn on the announcement intercom)}}

{{orange|You turn on the intercom and cheerfully announce that you are in possession of the XF-9 Carbon Inverter. You name a time when Arachnos can meet with you in Aeon City Square if they want to purchase the prototype back from you. If that doesn't get Aeon's flunkies out in the open, nothing will.}}

* {{green|(Leave)}}}}

===== {{UL|Speak with Brother Hammond}} =====

'''Debriefing'''

{{orange|Hammond smiles at you as you approach.}}

You have returned to me, sister. Can I assume, then, that you have come seeking more of the Truth?

==== {{UL|Part Two: Choosing Oneself}} ====

{{orange|Hammond assumes a stuffy, condescending posture and begins pacing in front of you. }}

I believe it is time that I related to you the history of our order. When Martin Henri, the great prophet, was first visited by the spirit of his- 

{{green|I'm sorry to interrupt, brother, but I have something important to show you.}}

{{orange|Hammond stops short, and raises a curious eyebrow at you.}}

Do you now? I am intrigued, sister. Please explain. 

{{green|(Leave)}}

===== {{UL|Fulfull the Luddite Prophecy}} =====

What do you have in mind, sister?

{{green|I can show you, soon... can you gather together as many followers as possible?}}

If you believe it is necessary, then we can have tonight's sermon here, in the territory of the enemy. 

{{orange|Hammond's expression turns skeptical.}}

I do hope that whatever you plan on showing us is related to our struggle against Aeon. I would be displeased if we were wasting time on trivial matters.

{{green|Trust me, you'll like this. (Start Mission)}}

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Hammond has gathered his followers in Aeon City Square, and the area is swarming with Arachnos.  Time to show your stuff.|Primary=Fulfill the Luddite Prophecy
|Secondary=Speak with Brother Hammond|Additional=**Defeat Mu'Renar<br>Defeat Operative Ellefson<br>Defeat Blood Widow Beattrice<br>Convince Brother Hammond that you are the Chosen One|Completion=You've convinced Brother Hammond and his followers that YOU are the Chosen One!}}

'''Enemies'''
* {{Enemy Arachnos}}

'''Notable NPCs'''
* Mu'Renar [[Mu Guardian]]
* Operative Ellefson [[Wolf Spider Huntsman]]
* Blood Widow Beatrice [[Blood Widow]]

{{NPC Text|title=Brother Hammond Dialogue|text=
Alright, sister Scrawl. I have gathered our priory here, at your request. What is it that you wish us to see?

{{green|The forces of evil are here, brother. I plan to stand against them.}}}}

{{NPC Text|title=Arachnos Detail Dialogue|text=
'''Before Combat:'''

[NPC] Operative Ellefson: My squads are in position. No one moves through Aeon City without me knowing about it.
[NPC] Mu'Renar: Scrawl must be made an example. No one can cross Arachnos in such a brazen manner, and live.
[NPC] Blood Widow Beatrice: Don't worry. If she shows, we'll catch her. We came well-prepared.
[NPC] Operative Ellefson: Fan out and search. Scrawl has to be here somewhere.

'''Combat Start:'''

[NPC] Operative Ellefson: Scrawl has arrived. Engaging target.

'''Combat Start:'''

[NPC] Mu'Renar: Ah. The very worm I seek. Prepare to be crushed!

'''Combat Start:'''

[NPC] Blood Widow Beatrice: Bold, Scrawl. I didn't think you'd show.}}

{{NPC Text|title=Convincing Brother Hammond Dialogue|text=
{{orange|Brother Hammond looks at you quizzically.}}

Impressive, sister, but I don't understand why you called us out here. Your abilities are potent indeed, but they cannot stop Aeon's madness alone. Granted, you were able to defeat three of his lieutenants, but... 

{{orange|Hammond trails off as realization dawns on his face. His jaw drops and he stares at you incredulously.}} 

Three... three evils defeated...

{{green|Yes... ?}}

{{orange|Hammond looks around him in awe, then turns back to you.}}

In the ''very heart of darkness''. The center of the corruption! Here, Aeon City, the crowning achievement of the mad Dr. Aeon! I... I have a hard time believing this, sister, but... but it all makes sense! 

''Risen from the shadows...'' how could I have been such a fool? Of course the Chosen One would be one of your, ah...  questionable background. This... this is it! We are living in times long prophesied! 

You, Scrawl... great and humble sister of our order... I believe you are the Chosen One. 

{{orange|Brother Hammond bows his head to you solemnly.}}

{{green|Fantastic deduction, brother. I'm glad you have seen the... 'truth'.}}}}