Provost Marchand (Primal Earth)

This information contains features that were to be implemented in Issue 24 and was current as of the game's shut down date.

Overview

Provost Marchand
Former Provost General of Praetoria
Zone	Nova Praetoria
Level Range	30-50
Introduced By	None
Introduces	None
Enemy Groups	None

Provost Marchand is a hero contact in [[]]. His level range is 30-50.

For the missions that he gives to Praetorians, see Provost Marchand.

Introductions

Contact Introduced By

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Contact Introduces

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Information

Former Provost General of Praetoria

Provost Marchand owed his life to the regime of Emperor Cole. His 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 was to ensure the peace and prosperity of Praetoria; however, he and Emperor Cole had a falling out due to the invasion of Primal Earth.

Vanguard has given Provost Marchand a chance to prove that he is different than the Praetors of Emperor Cole's regime; Marchand does not intend to let this opportunity be wasted.

Prior to Introduction

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Contact Unlocked

You've received a message from Provost Marchand. He wishes to speak to you about further opportunities within the Loyalists.

You can call up Provost Marchand by opening your Contacts window and clicking on the Call button to the right of his portrait.

Initial Contact

Character. I am Gerard Marchand, the former leader of the Praetorian army.

Emperor Cole is now in Vanguard custody and will be going on trial for the crimes he has committed against humanity.

In the meantime, Vanguard is finishing their evacuation of Praetoria. The citizens of Praetoria are being integrated into society, but there are a few who are being considered... special cases.

At any rate, I want to talk to you today about an initiative that I'm working on.

• What's the initiative?

I'm forming a supergroup, Character, called the New Praetorians. They're going to be supers who are from Praetoria, as the name suggests. The people of Primal Earth need to see that Praetoria can be a force for good.

You're well known here in Primal Earth, and as such, I want you to be the one to help me form this group. People respect you and your power, and right now we need that to find potential recruits.

I know a few people who might be willing to help us out, and I am talking with the authorities in Primal Earth about some others.

If you're willing to accept this responsibility, we can begin with a slightly dangerous mission, which involves rescuing one man who has everything to gain by joining the New Praetorians.

• What's our first task?

• What happened to those who were part of Cole's administration?

Emperor Cole and Praetor Duncan are currently in a high security Vanguard prison. They are being guarded by Dark Watcher himself.

The two will be put on trial for their crimes against humanity, although there is talk about some mercy being shown to Duncan for her aid in Dark Astoria and the Magisterium.

Praetor Berry, Anti-Matter, and Praetor Sinclair are all MIA. I fear the three of them may have been killed by the Hamidon.

Bobcat is currently in Vanguard custody, although she was never really much of a threat to begin with. Praetor White... well, we'll get to Praetor White in a moment.

• Are we just abondoning Praetoria?

Not just yet. The Hamidon has full control over the city of Praetoria, but there are still pockets of fighting throughout the world.

Cole's city is lost, both from nuclear fallout and from the Hamidon. Vanguard has one of their top scientists, a man by the name of Number Six working on contacting other areas of civilization within Praetoria.

The fight against Cole is done, Character, but the fight against Hamidon is a different story.

• Alright, let's get started.

• What about you? You were part of Cole's administration as well.

I was, Character. I believed in the world that Cole wanted. A world without war, a world where the strong protected the weak. I never stopped believing in that; I worked every day in the administration for that.

Unfortunately... Praetoria became the 'cult of Cole', where we worshipped the man, not the ideal. I, myself, was guilty of that in some moments. All of us have things in the past that we wish we could undo. All we can do is move forward and try to give back to the world.

The New Praetorians are my way of giving back, both to the people of Primal Earth and to the people of Praetoria. It is not just something I choose to do, it is something that I must do, an act that every fiber of my being is directing me to do.

• I understand. Let's get started

Greeting

Let's get to work, Character. Primal Earth could use some hope.

Too Busy

Missing Too Busy Dialogue

Too Low Level

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No More Missions

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Store

Provost Marchand does not sell Inspirations or Enhancements.

Story Arc

Part 1: The Top Dog of Praetoria

Mission Briefing

Our first task is to rescue Praetor Michael White. I've had several arguments with members of the Phalanx and Vanguard, but I believe he can be of use. White has done many things in the past, actions that he and I have talked about for a long. I know that he wants to atone for his past, that is why he took the position as head of security for Praetoria. He fought for the good of Praetoria and for what he believed in - we just need him to fight for us.

Doctor Orts of Vanguard has informed me that they have a location of where Praetor White is, but it isn't good. He's in the outskirts of Imperial City, but he doesn't seem to be moving.

We need to recover Praetor White before the Devouring Earth find him and make him into one of their own.

• Alright, how can I get there?

Portal Corp has developed a smaller, more compact portal to use, thanks to the research done by one Emil Christie. Steven Sheridan can help get you to the location; he helped Emil Christie with the development of the new technology.

I must warn you, Character, that you will be going into an extremely dangerous zone. The Hamidon is running rampant there. Vanguard has agreed to send in reinforcements with you, and soldiers loyal to myself have also agreed to provide cover fire for you once you're in.

Speak with me once you've recovered Praetor White. Marchand out.

Unnecessary Solicitation

We must act fast, Character, we can't keep this portal open for long.

Steven Sheridan

Briefing

Character, Marchand has briefed me. We've got the portal open for a little longer, but you'll need to hurry.

It's a huge risk keeping this open in the first place!

• (Go to Praetoria)

Mission Objective(s)

Map: IOM_IMPERIAL_HAMIDON

You step through the portal and into the ruins of Imperial City. You can hear the monstrous roar of the Hamidon in the distance as its monsters rampage through the city.

• Rescue Praetor White
  • Save Praetor White!

You've recovered Praetor White, although it seems he's not going to be much help to the cause without his powers.

Enemies

Devouring Earth
The Infested

Notable NPCs

• Marauder
• Vanguard Sword (Allies)
• Imperial Defense Force (Allies)

Praetor White

Briefing

You... Character... I remember you, back in the fight for Lambda sector. Heh... wish I had some of them War Walkers here right about now. Sure would be helpful.

My girl's dead. She died tryin' to protect me, even admitted that she was in the Resistance this entire time. Not that it mattered. She died fightin' off those monsters, while I stood there like some sorta broken dog!

That damn Berry... his super serum made me into a weakling! Look at me, it's pathetic! I can barely walk without gettin' tired, let alone fight.

So, what the hell are you doing here? You a rescue squad or somethin'?

• I'm here on behalf of Marchand. We're getting you out Praetor White.

Praetor White wheezes out a laugh.

I ain't Praetor White, I'm just Marauder now. I shoulda known Marchand would still want me, he was always the one arguin' with big bad Marcus.

I guess I don't got much of a choice, eh? It's either stay here and become one of these Devoured, or go work with Marchand.

Suppose I could have worse options, then again, I ain't exactly sure that Primal Earth won't just lock me up in a cell.

Dammit... to fall so far, Character! Just... slap me with your fancy teleporter and get me outta here. Let me reflect on my situation when I ain't got a Hamidon staring at me like I'm dinner.

• (Teleport Marauder out)
• Why should we trust you to help us?

You got some guts bringin' this up with Hamidon right around the corner. I respect that, so let's do this.

You know why they called me Marauder? It was 'cause I led a war band in the Mid-West after the Hamidon came knockin' at our door. There were monsters everywhere; me and the boys I rolled with did everything we could to survive; keep the strong, kill the weak. The world that I lived in was Hell, Character, pure and simple. We were abandoned by everyone. No one wanted to help us, so someone had to be the strong man and take matters into their own hands.

I sided with Cole 'cause I believed in him and what he was doing. It wasn't until I was together with... together with Cleo that I realized somethin'.

• What did you realize?

That call I made to kill the weak and take the strong... That was the call of a weak man. I didn't take those people 'cause I was afraid they'd slow us down, that it would mean the end of everyone.

If I had been stronger, if I had been a better man, I woulda taken those people with us, found a way to make it all work.

I ain't gonna tell ya what else happened when I came to that realization, 'cause it ain't pretty. But you asked if you could trust me, and I'm tellin' you that you can.

If I ever get my strength back, I'm gonna use it to protect the weak. That's what I did in Praetoria, and that's what I'm gonna continue to do.

I'm gonna do it for all those people I killed, for the boys in the Destroyers... and for Cleo.

• Fair enough. (Teleport Marauder)

Debriefing

Good work, Character. I should've known that Praetor Berry's serum would have adverse effects. The man was an imbecile and bad for Praetoria as a whole. I remember he swore that the serum would last for White. I can only hope that wherever Berry is he is paying for the terrible things he's done.

Vanguard is currently holding White in its custody. They want to make sure he really is powerless before releasing him under my care. Even without his powers, White can be a great help to all of us as another tactician. He fought back in the Hamidon Wars and against the Resistance; if there's a battle to be fought, he'll know how to win it.

Now, Character, we should move on to our next recruit.

Part 2: Refugees

Mission Briefing

The people of First Ward have been relocated to an island near Paragon City. Vanguard wants to give the people from First Ward time to recuperate and get the help they need, and I agree. These people have been fighting for their lives day in and day out for years. They won't be able to just easily adjust to being in a normal society.

The Carnival of Light, outside of TUNNEL assistance, have also been relegated to the area until Vanguard can be sure of what will happen if this world's Carnival of Shadows gets near them. Our next possible recruit is on the island, but you won't be going there alone. There is another who is there. He has already agreed to help our cause.

• Who is there at the island? And who is this person helping me?

My friend's name is Grant Creston. He was a former commander in the IDF who went rogue to help the people of First Ward. He has agreed to helping our cause by joining the New Praetorians. His experience will help us greatly, and he's no stranger to being seen as an outcast, even to those who he's trying to help.

Our other recruits are going to be Desdemona, Noble Savage, and Aurora Pena, the former Mother Mayhem. All three are very powerful and will be useful to our cause.

Desdemona has the psychic power of Vanessa DeVore and her own demon summoning powers and will be eager to help us out. Noble Savage is a dear friend of mine as well; he will no doubt lend his power to our group. Finally, I'm well aware that Aurora has something to prove to the world. Tilman used her body to do terrible things, and Aurora wants to make up for all of it. We're going to give her the chance to do just that.

Travel to the Refugee Island and speak with Desdemona first. She will know where Noble Savage and Aurora are.

Rescue Desdemona

Unnecessary Solicitation

Noble Savage was once a dear friend of mine, Character. I have no doubt that he'll be willing to help us.

Mission Objective(s)

Map: IOM_CARNIVAL_ISLAND

The ferry drops you off at what has been called 'Refugee Island'. You see up ahead several Paragon citizens protesting the very existence of this island.

• Rescue Desdemona
  • Speak with Desdemona
  • 9 groups of Devouring Earth to defeat

You need to hurry if you're going to rescue the Praetorians from the Council!

Enemies

Devouring Earth

Notable NPCs

• Grant Creston (NPC Ally)
• Pendragon (NPC Ally)

NPC Ally Dialogue

Upon Entrance: Grant Creston: Cheers, Character. Let's get this show on the road. During Battle with Devouring Earth: Grant Creston: It's a little odd, fighting the Devouring Earth when they're so... contained. Grant Creston: It's good to be fighting as a true hero for once. First Ward was... unkind to me in that respect. Grant Creston: Reminds me of the initial IDF training. They told us we'd just be fighting Hamidon. They lied. During Battle with Devouring Earth: Pendragon: My brother, Bedwyr, used to fight these monsters with me. Before he passed into the Black Knights, into undeath. Pendragon: I was trained to use my skills to fight the Devouring Earth and other monstrosities. However, it wasn't enough to save Praetoria... Pendragon: It was in a cave like this that I lost many to the Devouring Earth. It feels like it happened so long ago.

Protestor

Briefing

We're here to protest the Praetorians being locked away like this! Vanguard doesn't have the right to keep them here, it's a prison! What do you say, Character?!

• The Praetorians need to be protected, first.

• I'll see what I can do about the situation.

• I don't have time for this at the moment.

Nadia Dialogue
Nadia: I'll be stayin' here 'till those soldiers give us the okay to head out. This is tons better than First Ward, at least.

Nadia

Briefing

Ah, greetin's Character, I've heard all about you. My name's Nadia, member of the Carnival of Light in Praetoria.

The world of Primal Earth is very different from ours, and yet the same. I can feel great evil here, but a different kind, a magical kind. But I also feel an immense good, altruism, that flows through this world.

I'm lookin' forward to leavin' this Vanguard base and going out and about, but for now I'll be stayin' here 'till those soldiers give us the okay to head on out. Tons better than it was in First Ward, at least.

Blind Makwa Dialogue
Blind Makwa: This camp was made with good intentions. I just hope the road that it is paving is not leading to a terrible place once again.

Blind Makwa

Briefing

Blue skies overhead, the ocean covered by walls of civilization, walls that are hard, built upon good intentions. They are walls that are here to protect and to keep, much like the walls of Praetoria.

I have heard of your heroics, Character, I trust that you know what you are doing. I know that this current situation is not permanent, and that it is done out of... good intentions. Let us just hope the road that is being paved with them leads to a better place.

Anna Palatine Dialogue
Anna Palatine: All the people in First Ward could use some time to rest and get used to this new world.

Anna Palatine

Briefing

Character, it's good to meet you, I've heard all about your work here on Primal Earth. I am Anna Palatine, leader of the survivors from First Ward.

I am still considered the leader of the survivors, even during this time. Vanguard spoke with me about this situation and I agreed to it. We could all use some time to rest, and some time to get used to this new world.

Katie Douglas Dialogue
Katie Douglas: We've been through a bit together, Character, but in the end, it all worked out, huh? I'm looking forward to a long, relaxing vacation.

Katie Douglas

Briefing

Hey, Character, I know that... things have been tough, between the two of us. We both had to do a lot in order to save the day.

This time here in the island has been... nice, it's given me a chance to reflect on everything. I know I've said some bad things... but I want to say that there's no more animosity between the two of us. Everything turned out for the best, and that's what counts, right?

I think I'm done with this whole saving the day gig, though. I'm just looking forward to a nice, relaxing rest of my life. Sounds good, doesn't it?

• You deserve it, Katie. See you around.

Desdemona Dialogue
Desdemona: Vanguard is taking great care of us, Character, the people of First Ward are finally able to relax. What can I help you with today? Desdemona: Forming the New Praetorians? I'm afraid I can't help you. Aurora and Noble Savage are out right now, but there is someone who can help.

Desdemona

Briefing

Character. It's always good to see you. Vanguard is taking very good care of the denizens of First Ward, though, as you see, some citizens of Primal Earth aren't very... happy about our situation. However, the people of First Ward are relieved to finally have some peace.

What can I do for you today?

• (Explain Marchand's New Praetorians)

Hrm... that's an interesting proposal, but I'm afraid I will have to decline. The people here require my aid, especially after we discovered Calvin Scott's insanity.

Aurora and Noble Savage may be interested. The two of them, along with some Carnival of Light, were taken on a tour of Paragon City. I'm sure you could ask them when they're back.

However... there is someone else who may be able to help you.

• Who else could help me?

• Do you know what happened to Calvin Scott?

Unfortunately, I do not. We lost him during the chaos of the Magisterium fight. I know that Vanguard is trying to track him down, as they have reason to believe he still has loyal followers in the Resistance and even a number of turncoats within the Loyalists.

• I see. Who is this other person who could help me?

Pendragon Dialogue
Pendragon: I would aid you. I have seen much within Primal Earth, and I would give you my sword to wield it against those who would seek to cause the world injustice.

Pendragon

Briefing

That would be me, Character. I never had the chance to apologize about what happened in Night Ward. You... saw me at a low point, as a man who was desperate to prove himself. Now, however, I have seen what I must do, the man who I can be.

Your New Praetorians group sounds like a noble cause, one that I would be glad to lend my stained sword to, should you allow me.

Your communicator lets out several beeps - it's an urgent message from Provost Marchand.

• Hold on, Pendragon. Marchand, go ahead.

Provost Marchand

Briefing

We have two problems, Character. The Council have attacked and kidnapped Noble Savage, Aurora Pena, and the Carnival of Light.

We're also getting readings of a large Devouring Earth presence beneath the Refugee Island. Apex is on his way, but he won't get there in time. We need someone on sight to handle it discreetly; we can't have the people here attacked by our Hamidon.

Marchand out.

You could handle both situations yourself, or you could put Pendragon to the task and have him deal with the Devouring Earth here.

• Pendragon, we have a problem. You're with me.

You have my sword, Character.

• Let's go!

Editor's Note: At this point the mission continues underground where you fight the Devouring Earth.

• Pendragon, there's a situation. I need you to stay here and handle it.

You explain the situation to Pendragon, who nods slightly.

Understood. I've fought the Devouring Earth back in Praetoria, I'll be able to handle things here.

You take care of Aurora and Noble Savage!

• Good luck, Pendragon.

Editor's Note: At this point the mission ends.

• Stay here, Pendragon. Grant and I need to handle a problem.

... Alright, Character, good luck.

Badge

After speaking to Nadia, Blind Makwa, Anna Palatine, and Katie Douglas, you will be awarded the Chatterbox Badge.

Chatterbox You were sent in to handle things on Refugee Island, but you decided to catch up with some old friends from First Ward.

Rescue the Carnival of Light

Unnecessary Solicitation

Good work on the island, Character. Praetor White and I will monitor your progress from here.

Mission Objective(s)

Map: COUNCIL_BASE

Aurora Pena and Noble Savage are somewhere in this warehouse, along with the other members of the Carnival of Light.

• Rescue the Carnival of Light
  • Find Aurora Pena
  • Find Noble Savage
  • Rescue the Carnival of Light

You saved the Carnival of Light from the Council!

Enemies

Council

Notable NPCs

• Aurora Pena (The New Praetorians Ally)
• Noble Savage (Independent Ally)

Council Dialogue

Vortex Cor Leonis Marksman: I still can't believe it, everything that happened in Dark Astoria. Why weren't we ordered to help? Galaxy: The Center knew that the assembled could handle it. Vortex Cor Leonis Sonic: Did you ever fight those War Walkers? During the invasion? Darkwolf: I did, I sent a full report to the Center the first time I saw them in action. Our technology doesn't come close to those things. Darkwolf: I heard the Center is very interested in Kallisti Wharf, even though it's still under construction. Vortex Cor Leonis Fire: It's all just rumors at this point. We can't act on anything. Vortex Cor Leonis Grenade: What are we planning to do with the Carnival of Light? Wouldn't the Forlorn be more useful to kidnap? Vortex Cor Leonis Grenade: The Center says we need the Carnival, for now. Equinox Parasite: Do you know what the status is? On Praetoria? Vortex Cor Leonis Sonic: No idea, I know all our agents returned from the place. Vortex Cor Leonis Grenade: Vandal, Maestro, Nosferatu, Burkholder, AND Arakhn are all locked up. How are we supposed to work without the heads of the Council? Galaxy: We still have the Center. I know I believe in him, why don't you?

Aurora Pena Dialogue

Before Combat: Aurora Pena: I am NOT to be taken lightly! I will show you all the power of a Praetorian! Combat Start: Galaxy Archon: Great, it's Character! Aurora Pena: Character! I heard you'd show up! Upon Rescue: Aurora Pena: They're planning on doing some sort of experiments on the Carnival of Light, we have to stop them! During Battle with Council: Aurora Pena: Urgh... I'm not done yet...! Aurora Pena: I have a debt to the Carnival, and I intend to repay it. Provost Marchand may have my aid afterwards. Aurora Pena: I've spent too long trapped inside of my own body. The atrocities that Mother Mayhem did... they still haunt my dreams. Aurora Pena: I thought I was helping the world by saving Tilman's life. How could I have known that I was bringing it closer to its doom?

Noble Savage Dialogue
Before Combat: Noble Savage: You have made an unwise decision, making an enemy of myself and the Forlorn! Combat Start: Noble Savage: And now here is Character to help finish you off! Galaxy Archon: Great, Character here! Upon Rescue: Noble Savage: We must save the Carnival that are trapped here, then I need to return to my people.

Ascendant Archon and Final Dialogue

Before Combat: Ascendant Archon: Yes sir, we've got her and the others. We picked up the beast, we'll dispose of him. Combat Start: Ascendant Archon: Sir, we've got hostiles. Let him know the plan has failed. Upon Defeat: Noble Savage: I must return to the Forlorn, Character. I'm sorry I cannot go with you, but they need me now more than ever. Aurora Pena: That's a relief. I'll report to Provost Marchand, Character. It's the least I can do. Carnival of Light Hostage: Thank you, Character! Noble Savage: Give me just a moment, Character! Aurora Pena: Hold on...!

	Odd Communication
	You overheard the Council Ascendant speaking to someone over a walkie talkie. You assume by his reverent tone that it was the Center, but the Ascendant referred to a third, unknown party.

Call Provost Marchand

Provost Marchand

Briefing

Good work out there, Character. No one on the Refugee Island knew about the Devouring Earth. Gaussian has assured me another Devouring Earth attack will not happen again. In the meantime, I've spoken with Pendragon, and I believe that he'll make a fine addition to the New Praetorians.

It's a shame about Desdemona, and Noble Savage seems determined to stay with the Forlorn. Aurora, however, is also on board. This is very good, Character, we already have a strong team.

• What's next?

This selection loops to another branch of this conversation which is already documented.

• Someone planted those barrels in the island, Marchand.

Yes, I'm aware of that. I spoke with Gaussian about it, who believes that someone from the outside managed to smuggle those barrels in.

It's disturbing, to say the least. He's undergoing a full investigation into the matter to see who had contact with moving resources in and out of the island.

• Alright, what's next in our plan?

This selection loops to another branch of this conversation which is already documented.

• The island needs to be shut down. It's too much of a risk.

I know your concerns, Character, I share them as well. The island is only a temporary solution, let me assure you.

The people of First Ward are used to a very different life, one of war and survival. They need help to be re-integrated back into normal society. This is the help that's being given to them.

I'm not concerned about what they might do to Primal Earth - I'm concerned about what people on Primal Earth will do to them. You've seen it already - the Council wasted no time in kidnapping the Carnival of Light. They need to be prepared for what's out here, and we need to be prepared to protect them properly.

• Fair enough, what's next in our plan?

This selection loops to another branch of this conversation which is already documented.

• If you insist. What's next?

This selection loops to another branch of this conversation which is already documented.

• Didn't Cole keep people imprisoned for similar reasons?

...

I know, Character, what it seems like. However, we are not walking down that road. The people will be freed soon, Lady Grey has assured me that there is a timeframe for releasing the refugees into Paragon and establishing therapy sessions for them.

Please, we must turn our attention to finding more members for the New Praetorians. They are exactly the ones who will help with the integration of the Praetorian populace into normal society.

• Alright, what's next in our plan?

Well, I'm concerned about whom that Council Ascendant was talking to. It's a reminder that what our team is lacking is an expert in technical forensics. Luckily, I know just the man who can help us.

• Who is it?

Part 3: The Last Recruits

Mission Briefing

Are you familiar with Alec Parson? He worked for the Ministry of Information Criminal Investigation and Research in Praetoria. He's absolutely brilliant when it comes to all things technological.

His skills have only gotten better during the Praetorian War; it was with his help that Vanguard was able to take down large numbers of Clockwork. The MICIR was one of the first organizations to turn and help in the attack on Praetoria.

He may not be the strongest candidate in a fight, but he'll be able to help us with anything related to technology.

• Where can I find Parson?

Parson is currently in a Longbow facility in Brickstown. He's been helping the organization develop their first Longbow Clockwork. Their goal is to put more robots to work to improve the quality of life in Primal Earth and to lower the number of human casualties in the war against Arachnos.

I believe he should be finishing up his work there. Go to the facility and speak with him about our initiative; with Parson's help, we could even track down that communication that we heard from the Council. Pendragon, Aurora, and Grant will go with you. I think it would be good for Parson to see what our current team looks like; I'm still working on the situation with White.

In the meantime, I'll be doing work on our last recruit. There's a bit of red tape around him, similar to Michael White, but I believe his skills as a soldier will prove useful to us.

Speak with Alec Parson

Unnecessary Solicitation

Provost Marchand's line is busy.

Mission Objective(s)

Map: LONGBOW_FACILITY

You enter the base to find that Arachnos is here!

• Speak with Alec Parson
  • 4 Longbow scientsts to rescue
  • 3 Raid Leaders to defeat

You rescued the Longbow facility! Time to save Parson from Arachnos!

Enemies

Arachnos

Notable NPCs

• The New Praetorians (Allies)
  • Aurora Pena
  • Grant Creston
  • Pendragon
• Arachnos Raid Leader
• Emil Christie (NPC Hostage)

New Praetorians Dialogue

At Entrance: Pendragon: This is Arachnos? Let's see what they're made of. During Battle with Arachnos: Aurora Pena: Arachnos... I'll need to find out more about them and their fortunatas. Grant Creston: They're good fighters, I'll give them that! A little bit above the DUST that I fought back in First Ward. Pendragon: I'm still not used to these Primal Earth groups... why are you all not focusing on the Hamidon? Grant Creston: I think I like Arachnos. There's no grey area when fighting them, at least from what I can see. Aurora Pena: I think I could get used to fighting alongside you all. Even a former member of the IDF. Pendragon: Desdemona cleansed me of my evil back in Night Ward. However, I still feel something odd, as if... it isn't fully gone. Aurora Pena: There was a time when Mother Mayhem actually did some rather just things. But it was all in the name of her own ego. Grant Creston: Hrm, they're stronger than DUST, but the DUST had plenty more tactics back in First Ward. I remember this one attack on the survivor compound... Pendragon: My brother, Bedwyr, would enjoy this battle! If only he could be here to see us in action. Grant Creston: I've had this IDF armor forever. It's seen more things than most people in First Ward could imagine. Pendragon: They have plenty of loyalty to this organization... do they think this Lord Recluse is a god? Aurora Pena: Robotic spiders, crab legs melded onto their soldiers... Arachnos is a truly frightening organization. Upon Defeat: Pendragon: Not yet... am I not powerful enough? Grant Creston: Hrmmph... Aurora Pena: This is not the end...! Upon Resting and Returning to Battle: Pendragon: I have too much to prove to be defeated here! Grant Creston: I'm not done yet, not by a longshot. Aurora Pena: I have too much to prove to be defeated here!

Arachnos Dialogue

Fortunata: Stay and take down Character. He / She has been a pain in our side for far too long. Fire Tarantula: Red Widow planned this attack perfectly. I'm surprised Black Scorpion was willing to work with her. Tarantula: I heard she's forming an alliance with him and Mako. Bane Spider Commando: Keep an eye out for that new portal technology. We could use it for Recluse's plans. Fire Tarantula: Hope it doesn't involve Praetoria. Did you hear what happened to that one operative who went in there? He was devoured by Hamidon! Crab Spider Slicer: Something's up with Dr. Aeon ever since Vernon von Grun revealed he cracked the genetic code for the Devouring Earth. Fortunata: I heard he might defect. Recluse wasn't happy with the amount of resources that Aeon put into that whole Architect program.

Arachnos Raid Leader Dialogue

Before Combat: Arachnos Raid Leader: Silver Mantis has the target. Finish cleaning up the rest, we can't have competition with Praetorian technology. Combat Start: Arachnos Raid Leader: Character, should've known. Silver Mantis warned us that you might be here! Before Combat: Raid Leader: We've plenty of Praetorian technology. We just need to make sure no one elses uses it! Combat Start: Raid Leader: You can't stop Recluse's new world, Character! Before Combat: Raid Leader: Keep it moving, people. Silver Mantis has us on a tight schedule. Combat Start: Raid Leader: We were warned about Character. For Arachnos!

Hostage Dialogue

Before Combat: Longbow Scientist: Leave us alone! Crab Spider Slicer: Lord Recluse is ushering in a new age of technology, fools! Combat Start: Longbow Scientist: You should've ran when you had the chance! Character won't let you go! Crab Spider Slicer: This is the end of the line, Character! Upon Rescue: Longbow Scientist: Thanks, Character! You're the best! Before Combat: Longbow Scientist: Why are you doing this?! Crab Spider Slicer: We would use this technology much better than Longbow. In fact, we already have! Combat Start: Longbow Scientist: Help! Character! Crab Spider Slicer: This is the end of the line, Character! Upon Rescue: Longbow Scientist: Thanks, Character! You're the best! Before Combat: Longbow Scientist: Why are you doing this?! Combat Start: Longbow Scientist: Help! Character! Crab Spider Slicer: This is the end of the line, Character! Upon Rescue: Longbow Scientist: Thanks, Character! You're the best! Before Combat: Emil Christie: Really, gentlemen! Don't you think this is all a little extreme? Can't we work together? Crab Spider Slicer: Someone shut this guy up! Combat Start: Emil Christie: Ah, Character! You're all in a lot of trouble now! Crab Spider Slicer: You never learn, do you, Character? Upon Rescue: Emil Christie: Brilliant work, Character! Oh, if only I had the plushie I bought of you! Grant Creston: That's all the scientists, except for Parson... Emil Christie: Parson, yes, Silver Mantis has already taken him! I bet you can still catch Arachnos if you hurry! Emil Christie: Ah... wow, Character, never thought I'd meet you face to face...

	Alec Parson Kidnapped
	You rescued a scientist named Emil Christie, who told you that Alec Parson was already gone. He believed that you could still catch Silver Mantis and her crew if you hurried. Emil Christie also mentioned that he bought a plushie someone made of you. Maybe next time you could autograph it for him.

Save Alec Parson

Unnecessary Solicitation

Character, you've got to hurry!

Mission Objective(s)

Map: IOM_BRICKSTOWN_ARACHNOS

You follow the trail of the Arachnos soldiers into this small part of Brickstown.

• Save Alec Parson
  • 3 officers to rescue
  • Get into the sewers
  • Find Alec Parson
  • Defeat Silver Mantis

You've stopped Arachnos from kidnapping Alec Parson!

Enemies

Arachnos
Hydra

Notable NPCs

• The New Praetorians (Allies)
  • Aurora Pena
  • Grant Creston
  • Pendragon
• Silver Mantis (Arachnos Boss)

Hostage Dialogue

Before Combat: PPD Officer: You won't get away with this! Crab Spider Slicer: You should've stayed out of our way. Combat Start: PPD Officer: We always have the heroes to back us up! Crab Spider Slicer: You'll never win! Upon Rescue: PPD Officer: I saw you on the news, Character. It's an honor to meet you in person. Before Combat: PPD Officer: I'm not afraid of you punks! Crab Spider Slicer: Annoying cops...! Combat Start: PPD Officer: You're through! Crab Spider Slicer: You'll never win! Upon Rescue: PPD Officer: I saw you on the news, Character. It's an honor to meet you in person. Before Combat: PPD Officer: I'm not afraid of you punks! Crab Spider Slicer: You should've stayed out of our way. Combat Start: PPD Officer: You're through! Crab Spider Slicer: You'll never win! Upon Rescue: PPD Officer: We'll handle things back here, Character.

New Praetorians Dialogue
During Outside Battle with Arachnos: Pendragon: Parson is one of us, we will not leave him to the vultures of Arachnos! Aurora Pena: I'm becoming more familiar with Arachnos now. I'm seeing some glaring weaknesses in their abilities... Grant Creston: We're on you, Character! Aurora Pena: That's the last of them, let's keep moving!

Arachnos Dialogue

Tarantula: We should be trying to get Darrin Wade from Vanguard! Doesn't he have all of the knowledge of Rularuu? Fortunata: I heard Recluse wants to strike a deal with Dream Doctor regarding Rularuu. Fortunata: Some of the Webmasters were talking about their tour in Dark Astoria. I've never heard stories like that before. Fire Tarantula: I'm just glad I wasn't chosen to go. I signed up to deal with heroes, not eldritch horrors. Before Combat: Fire Tarantula: Is this thing really going to listen to us?! Tarantula: It better, we need it to delay Character! Combat Start: Fire Tarantula: This is the end of the line, Character! Arachnos-Controlled Kraken: Graaaagh! Arachnos-Controlled Kraken: GRAAAOOOGHH! or Before Combat: Fortunata: von Grun is out of his mind! This thing isn't ready yet! Combat Start: Tarantula: You won't go any further, Character, Lord Recluse sent this specifically to stop you! Arachnos-Controlled Greater Devoured: Obey... Arachnos...! Arachnos-Controlled Greater Devoured: For... Lord... Recluse! Fortunata: The amount of new initiatives in foreign technology is massive. Recluse seems more focused than ever. Crab Spider Slicer: You can thank Red Widow for that. Something about her reminded Recluse about the old days, I think. Tarantula: We've got confirmation that Character is on the way. Bane Spider Commando: Then delay him / her! We've got strict orders, Recluse needs Parson for his new plans. Crab Spider Slicer: One of the Arbiters looked really out of it. What was his deal? Bane Spider Commando: He was chosen to use the revamped empowerment machine. I don't think it went very well, especially now that the machine is gone.

New Praetorians Dialogue

Inside Sewers: Pendragon: Come friends, let's strike fear into the hearts of Arachnos, the fear that we know from Praetoria! Aurora Pena: I'll give Mayhem some credit, her madness has given me great power, and I'll unleash it upon these spider soldiers! Grant Creston: Think I just came up with an interesting strategy. Aurora, we'll have to talk about it afterwards. Against Kraken: Aurora Pena: I've never seen anything like this before... and I've seen plenty, believe me! Pendragon: What in the world is that thing? Grant Creston: ... Huh. Against Devouring Earth: Pendragon: No... this science has gone too far! Grant Creston: They're CONTROLLING the Devouring Earth?! Aurora Pena: What the... this is wrong... this is very wrong! Upon Defeat: Pendragon: Alec Parson... I will not give up...! Grant Creston: A decent blow...! Aurora Pena: Arachnos fiends...! Upon Resting and Returning to Battle: Pendragon: I will not rest until Parson is safe and sound! Grant Creston: We will save Alec Parson! Aurora Pena: You will not take Alec Parson!

Silver Mantis: You're REALLY annoying, fishie, blowing up the submarine like that! Riptide: My name is Riptide, not 'fishie'. You're under arrest, Silver Mantis. Silver Mantis: Oh, this should be FUN! But sadly, little fishie, you're way outnumbered. Riptide: Oh, I'm just here to stall you, Silver Mantis. Character and the others should be here at any moment! Silver Mantis: Oh, this should be FUN!

Silver Mantis Battle
Combat Start: Riptide: All I have to do is hold you off, Silver Mantis! Upon Defeat: Riptide: Urgh... it's up to you to finish this off...! Upon Rescue: Alec Parson: Man! That was... my heart was racing! Pendragon: A vile woman, but we have shown her that even her kind cannot win.

Debriefing

I knew I could count on you, Character. Alec Parson has agreed to join the New Praetorians as our technological expert. As you saw, Riptide is our final member.

He's an honorable soldier who was fighting for a dishonorable man. I've vouched on his behalf to the Paragon authorities and to Vanguard that if he was given a chance, Riptide could show everyone that there were good people within Cole's regime, people who genuinely wanted to help and who believed that innocent Praetorians were at risk.

Riptide was eager to get out of his cell and put in the people who deserved to be there.