Provost Marchand

Overview

Provost Marchand
Provost General of Praetoria
Zone	Nova Praetoria
Coordinates	(-5871, 329, 709)
Level Range	4-20
Introduced By	None
Introduces	== Level 4 == Deputy Assistant of Information Chief Interrogator Washington == Level 9 == Mr. G Interrogator Kang == Level 15 == Dr. Hetzfeld IVy
Enemy Groups	None

Provost Marchand is a Praetorian contact in the Ellysian Avenue neighborhood of Nova Praetoria at coordinates (-5871, 329, 709).  His level range is 4-20. Provost Marchand is a referal contact for Loyalists, providing missions at levels 4, 8, and 15 to introduce other contacts.

Introductions

Contact Introduced By

None

Contact Introduces

Information about each contact is shown in Provost Marchand's missions, below.

Level 4

• Deputy Assistant of Information
• Chief Interrogator Washington

Level 8

• Mr. G
• Interrogator Kang

Level 15

• Dr. Hetzfeld
• IVy

Information

Provost General of Praetoria

Provost Marchand owes his life to the regime of Emperor Cole. His current power armor suit is what keeps Marchand alive - without it, he would live for only a few minutes before his entire body shut down. Marchand's main goal is to ensure the peace and prosperity of Praetoria and is willing to get his hands dirty to do so.

Prior to Introduction

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Initial Contact

Nice to talk with you, Character. My name is Marchand, Provost Marchand. You may have heard of me - I am one of the oldest members of the regime, having been around for all of the Hamidon Wars and even before.

The one thing I seek, above all else, is the safety of Praetoria. Sometimes that means rather... extreme measures. Other times it means ensuring the members of Powers Division get what they need to continue their work.

What exactly do you need?

Greeting

• Hello, Character. Let's make this conversation short.

Too Busy

Missing Too Busy Dialogue

Too Low Level

At the moment, I have nothing for you. But perhaps more will develop in the future.

No More Missions

At the moment, I have nothing for you. But perhaps more will develop in the future.

Store

Provost Marchand does not sell Inspirations or Enhancements.

Contact Missions

Meet with the Deputy Assistant of Information

Do you know about the Deputy Assistant of Information? He's an up and comer within the government. He has a lot of ambition and asked me to contact you. Normally, I wouldn't send you his way, but if you're looking for a chance to make a name for yourself here, the Deputy Assistant is the way to go. He has a habit of finding information on things that shouldn't be found.

Deputy Assistant of Information is the start of the Power storyline for the Loyalists. Those who are in Power use the law for their own benefit, whether it be to gain power, fame, or glory. If they do help the people of Praetoria, it's only because it happened to fit into their own plans. People who follow the Power path are often praised by the people as heroes while hiding their true agenda from the masses.

Meet with the Deputy Assistant of Information

Here's where the Deputy currently is. Be careful when you speak with him, the man can be somewhat...well, let's just say he has an air of desperation to him.

Mission Objective(s)

• Meet with the Deputy Assistant of Information

Deputy Assistant of Information

Briefing

It's an honor to meet a fine, upstanding member of the Powers Division such as yourself. No doubt that my good friend Marchand spoke with you? Yes, yes of course.

I'm pleased to begin our working relationship, just as much as you are, I imagine. Shall we get started?

Meet with Chief Interrogator Washington

Do you know about Chief Interrogator Washington? I'm sure he knows about you.

It's his job to keep various departments in Praetoria together and investigate any possible crimes.

He's heard of your work in the Powers Division and wants to start some cases with you.

Chief Interrogator Washington is the start of the Responsibility storyline for Loyalists. Those who follow the path of Responsibility seek to protect the people of Praetoria without oppressing them. They seek to enforce the law for the peace and safety of everyone, not for their own gain.

Meet with Chief Interrogator Washington

Be careful with Washington, he has the mind of a jackal and the body of a lion. If you have any thoughts of siding with the terrorists, he'll know right away.

Mission Objective(s)

• Meet with Chief Interrogator Washington

Chief Interrogator Washington

Briefing

Hello, Character. My name is Washington, I assume that Marchand has already given you the introductions.

I'll cut to the chase. If you're here talking to me, it means that you're out to help keep Praetoria safe. I can use more people like you by my side. There are too many show-offs in the Powers Division and even the PPD. You can see it reflecting in the state of Praetoria - Destroyers lounging around, even those 'Resistance' scum making their way to the surface.

Someone needs to enforce the law and keep the peace - that's going to be us.

Let's get started

Meet with Mr. G

Have you heard of a man called Mr. G, Character? He's a very powerful man within the government of Praetoria. He focuses his efforts on Imperial City, due to the fast paced nature of the area. You should speak with him if you want to further your career there.

Mr. G is part of the Power storyline for the Loyalists. Those who are in Power use the law for their own benefit, whether it be to gain power, fame, or glory. If they do help the people of Praetoria, it's only because it happened to fit into their own plans. People who follow the Power path are often praised by the people as heroes while hiding their true agenda from the masses.

Meet with Mr. G

You can find Mr. G near People's Park. He might seem unassuming, but don't let that fool you. He's a very powerful man.

Mission Objective(s)

• Meet with Mr. G

Mr. G

Briefing

Pleasure to meet you, Character, absolute pleasure. I've heard all about you, all about you. I think you and I will go very far in our business together, very far.

Perhaps we will.

Meet with Interrogator Kang

Imperial City has become a rat's nest of crime over the past few weeks. I'm assigning you to work with Ray Kang, an Interrogator who is working a case that has recently become one of TPN's top stories. Assist Kang in solving the case in a timely manner, public opinion is showing signs of wavering according to the latest data provided by Praetor Tilman.

Interrogator Kang continues the Responsibility storyline for Loyalists. Those who follow the path of Responsibility seek to protect the people of Praetoria without oppressing them. They seek to enforce the law for the peace and safety of everyone, not for their own gain.

Meet with Interrogator Kang

I trust you and Kang will be able to clean up Imperial City.

Mission Objective(s)

• Meet with Interrogator Kang

Interrogator Kang

Briefing

Marchand informed me that you might be lending me a hand on this case, Character. I appreciate it, really.

The boys in the PPD seem to forget that we're all in this mess together, and if we're going to make a real difference, it's going to happen because of teamwork. The bad guys seem to understand this, I just hope it isn't too late for our side.

Well, I don't aim to make this case a publicity stunt, but it may well just turn out that way. We've got ourselves a serial killer on the lose, and TPN is having a field day with it.

Let's get to work.

Agreed, let's get moving.

Meet with Dr. Hetzfeld

I've been contacted by a brilliant scientist in Neutropolis by the name of Dr. Hetzfeld. He's made no secret of his displeasure with Praetory Berry as head of the Science Academy, and honestly, I have to agree with him. Hetzfeld has decades of solid research under his belt, while Berry is more of a 'shoot from the hip' kind of guy. But before I blather on about politics, Hetzfeld asked for you specifically. He's been following your career and believes that you are exactly what he's been looking for in his latest research project.

Dr. Hetzfeld is part of the Power storyline for the Loyalists. Those who are in Power use the law for their own benefit, whether it be to gain power, fame, or glory. If they do help the people of Praetoria, it's only because it happened to fit into their own plans. People who follow the Power path are often praised by the people as heroes while hiding their true agenda from the masses.

Meet with Dr. Hetzfeld

Splendid. I'll let the good doctor know that you are on your way to meet him. Oh, as an aside, don't be alarmed by his, um, 'personal augmentations'. He believes that if Praetor Berry's neural enhancement were applied to a real scientist then the results would be phenomenal. As such, he has been pursuing just such a breakthrough on himself. It can be a little... unsettling.

Mission Objective(s)

• Meet with Dr. Hetzfeld

Dr. Hetzfeld

Briefing

Don't worry, unlike that butcher, Neuron, I believe in extensively testing my inventions before implementation. Do you think I'd rewire my own brain without testing the equipment first? Unlike Neuron, I actually have something to lose upstairs.

Good to know

Meet with android IVy

The state of Neutropolis has degraded over the past few months, mainly due to the behavior of Praetor Berry. He is a brilliant man, but never bothers to repair what he has created, preferring to move on to the next 'big project'. The people that live in Neutropolis send many of their requests to an android he created some time ago for such a purpose. Its name is IVy. If you want to do some good in Neutropolis, I would contact IVy to see what information she has. I doubt that Praetor Berry bothers to check her tasklist anymore; most likely she has a long backlog of people who could use your help.

IVy continues the Responsibility storyline for Loyalists. Those who follow the path of Responsibility seek to protect the people of Praetoria without oppressing them. They seek to enforce the law for the peace and safety of everyone, not for their own gain.

Meet with the android IVy

Praetor Berry programmed IVy with a peculiar personality. Be careful when you're dealing with it.

Mission Objective(s)

• Meet with IVy

IVy

Briefing

I am welcoming you to the utopia of Neutropolis. Praetor Berry has designated me to file all issues that the people of this prosperous city send to me! Please state in a clear and slow tone what you need.

I am hearing that you were sent here by Provost Marchand to aid in the clearing of my task list? Affirmative! I shall begin loading up said tasklist for you now.

Alright then.

Missions

The Rift Enclosure

Character, as I'm sure you're fully aware, Emperor Cole is planning on a massive invasion into Primal Earth.

As commander of the military, I would like to do my best to avoid any sort of conflict if we can. I know nearly every member of our military, at least the human ones, by name. If I can avoid putting them in harms way, all the better. It is why I want you to act as an ambassador of sorts for us in Primal Earth.

They all believe that all Praetorians are evil, that we seek to destroy them. With that mentality, it will be impossible for us to avoid any kind of war, which is exactly what Emperor Cole believes. However, if we can show them that not all of us are evil, that we are just simply concerned about their chaos, then perhaps peace can be made.

Completing this mission will send your character into Primal Earth and out of Praetoria. If you have any other business to finish in Praetoria, now would be the time to do it.

How would I get to Primal Earth?

Through the Rift Enclosure beneath Keyes Island. It is one of the many projects that Anti-Matter has been working on. We currently have two portals beneath there. One of them leads to a location in Paragon City, the other goes into the Rogue Isles. The choice of where you go is up to you, though I would heavily suggest going to Paragon City. They will be the ones that can be more easily convinced that we are on their side, that some of us here in Praetoria do not wish to wipe them all out.

The Rogue Isles, on the other hand, is a place where only scum and villainy live. Arachnos will not see any reason, not until they are destroyed. To go to the Rogue Isles would not help anyone but yourself; it is only a place where one would go to seek to increase their own power.

I implore you to make the right choice, Character, if you truly care for the safety of Praetoria and Primal Earth.

Unnecessary Solicitation

I cannot make the choice for you, Character. I can only hope you make the best choice possible.

Mission Objective(s)

You travel deep beneath the Keyes Island before you arrive to this room, the crossroads between the portal to Paragon City and the portal to the Rogue Isles.

• Go through the Rift Enclosure (Single Player)

Rift Enclosure Your time in Praetoria is coming to an end... ... and now, the choice of your new life in Primal Earth lays before you. You know now, that Cole intends to wipe out all supers in Primal Earth, believing it is for the safety of those in Praetoria. Will you go to Paragon City to try and prevent Cole's invasion? To try to ensure that no innocents in Praetoria or Primal Earth come to harm? Or will you go to the Rogue Isles to seek your own power and glory, allowing Cole to do as he wishes? Or, perhaps, to rival his own power?

Moral Choice

Players are presented with a moral choice: to go to Paragon City or go to the Rogue Isles.

• Go to Paragon City. Become a Hero. There may still be time to save the innocents of Primal Earth from Cole's invasion, if you can convince them that not all Praetorians seek to destroy their way of life. You'll have to go to Primal Earth and help the people there in any way, shape, or form in order to show them the goodness that resides within Praetoria. Perhaps then, Cole will see that an invasion doesn't have to happen, that the war effort can be used to help secure Praetoria from monsters like the Hamidon. (As your own story unfolds on Primal Earth, you will have opportunities to switch sides.)

• Go to the Rogue Isles. Become a Villain. Why would you want to go to help the people of Primal Earth when all they've shown is disdain and hatred towards Praetoria? If you go to the Rogue Isles, you can carve out your own destiny, your own path for power, for glory, for whatever you want. When the time comes that Cole invades, you'll either join alongside him, or fight him off using your new found power. (As your own story unfolds on Primal Earth, you will have opportunities to switch sides.)

Go to Paragon City

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Go to the Rogue Isles

Mission Objective(s)

• Go through the Rift Enclosure (Single Player)
  • Speak with the PPD Representative
  • Speak with whoever awaits through the portal

PPD Representative

Briefing

Character, I see you've chosen to go to the Rogue Isles. I'm with you in your thoughts, believe me. Primal Earth is full of nothing but chaos and destruction, but it doesn't mean that it isn't ripe for opportunity.

I'll give you a brief rundown of what you can expect when you go through to the Rogue Isles.

Alright then.

The Rogue Isles are 'ruled' by Arachnos. I use that term in the loosest sense possible, given how powerful our Emperor Cole is. You will, unfortunately, have to deal with them many times while you are in the Rogue Isles. Luckily, we have an agent on the inside, one you will meet shortly. But suffice to say, you will have to put up with a lot from this organization while you are in the Isles.

Just know, however, that they are all beneath you and every single Praetorian that inhabits this city.

I'll keep that in mind. What else?

If you find yourself lacking someone to... let's say, 'help you move forward', you can use the newspaper in the Rogue Isles to look for plenty of opportunities. These can range from simply beating down anyone who would seek to take you down to stealing valuable items to use for yourself. Doing enough of these tasks will lead you to people who you can properly use to further your own power within the Rogue Isles, though I would keep my eye on them. They all think like Primals and would try to take advantage of you just as soon as you'd take advantage of them.

So, I will have no allies in the Rogue Isles?

You may have some allies, yes. You can try to build your own base of power, but I would be careful. Many have tried, but only few have succeeded. Even if you do so, you may be seen by our great Emperor as a threat to be disposed of when the invasion happens.

I'll bear that in mind. Anything else?

That would be it. We have an ally of ours waiting on the other side of the rift. Proceed through to meet with them.

I'll do that.

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(Characters have an opportunity to say their goodbyes to some people they have met in Praetoria, before stepping through the Rift Enclosure; who you meet depends on what path and contacts you chose in Praetoria.)

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Mr. G

Mr G. Hello, Character. I'm pleased to see that you've made it this far in your journey through Praetoria, quite pleased. I'm here to wish you good luck in your trip to the Rogue Isles. I've heard much about the place, it sounds interesting, very interesting indeed. I do hope that you and I will be seeing each other again one day. That is all, Character, I'll be keeping this brief. Much to do, so much to do before this day is over. Goodbye, Mr. G

Stern

Stern I don't totally approve of you going to the Isles, Character. But I am sure you will eventually do something useful there. After all, you chose to save us instead of going after that girl in the Resistance. In the meantime, when we meet again, I shall have more of my parts replaced. Praetor White has enlisted me in one of Berry's new programs to enhance my combat abilities. Good luck with that, Stern.

Aria
Aria Good luck over in the Isles, Character. Ever since that close call with Reese, I've been keeping myself low-key in Nova Praetoria, doing small work with Praetor White. I still haven't gotten back to my full power since the attack, but perhaps one day I will. Once that day comes, maybe you and I can do some damage in the Rogue Isles, hm? We'll see about that, Aria.

Zane

Zane Can't say I envy you going over to the Rogue Isles, Character. Place seems like a dump compared to Praetoria. But, I guess it does have more opportunity than we do here. You can't exactly have your own base of operations here without Cole approving of it, can you? At least in the Rogue Isles, Arachnos and Recluse aren't too efficient at keeping people in line. That's one of its good points, I'll say

Riptide
Riptide Going to the Rogue Isles, huh? Wish I could go there with you, Character. I'm eager to prove myself against all those scum that walk around in there. Do me a favor and take a few down for me. Hopefully one day, I'll get the same chance you have now to go over there and carve out a path for myself. Maybe one day, Riptide.