Missions:The Lords of Death - Part Three: Deep Cover

Part Three: Deep Cover

Briefing

We need to find out where Veles and his Skulls are getting their Superadine and shut it down.

I'm afraid that squeezing gang bangers on the streets just isn't going to cut it this time. The Skulls have their back up against the wall here, and the only way we are going to learn who or where they're getting their supply from, is if they want to talk to you.

• So you need me to go deep under cover then...

That's the idea.

I've already talked to Paula Dempsey about outfitting you with just the right disguise to fit right in with The Skulls. She can give you more details on it.

All you need to do is get in with them and listen. If we can find Veles, then we'll find their supply. Until then, just follow your instincts.

I'll be monitoring you from afar in case you get into any trouble.

Talk to Paula Dempsey

Unnecessary Solicitation

Paula is a wiz when it comes to gadgets and things. I had her rig up a few items that should be able to keep The Skulls from recognizing you.

Mission Objective(s)

• Talk to Paula Dempsey

Paula Dempsey

Briefing

Hey, Character. Eagle Eye said you'd be coming by.

Let me tell you, I've had some strange requests before, but this one takes the cake. Are you sure you want to be going undercover into The Skulls? Sounds pretty risky to me, but then again, I'm no hero.

Here's your disguise. I've fitted it with a couple of experimental odds and ends that should be able to mask even the most eccentric hero from being recognized by the average street thug, just, be careful not to let it get shot or anything, that could be bad.

I've also got your disguise hooked up with a nano-mic and earpiece so you can keep in touch with Eagle Eye on the sly. Oh, I almost forgot!

Eagle Eye told me to give you this tracking beacon, you know, just in case things go sideways and he needs to swoop in and rescue you. Let me know when you are ready to suit up.

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You're all set. Are you ready to become a Skull?

• I'm ready to infiltrate The Skulls (Enter Mission)
• I'm not ready yet, I need a minute (Leave)

Infiltrate the Skulls

Unnecessary Solicitation

Talk to Paula, she'll get you all set up for your stint into deep cover. Just... Try not to kill anyone.

Mission Objective(s)

Map: SKULLS_HIDEOUT

After a few days masquerading as a Skull you find out about this hideout. Someone in here is bound to know a thing or two about Veles and the Superadine Lab.

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Listen to The Skulls' conversation for clues

Random Skulls Dialogue

Gravedigger Brawler: Man, Shatterjaw won't let me go upstairs. You overheard two Skulls talking about a guy named Shatterjaw guarding the elevators upstairs. Death Head Buckshot: You could try the Rib Cage, but if you lose... Gravedigger Brawler: Says I don't have what it takes to be a Death Head. Death Head Buckshot: Well, let's just say, there ain't no Death Head alive that's lost a fight in the Cage.

	The Rib Cage
	In order for a Skull to rise from the ranks of Death Head in the Skulls one must enter a fighting competition called The Rib Cage. Those who win the fight ascend, while those who lose die.

Mission Objective(s)

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Talk to Shatterjaw

Shatterjaw

Briefing

Hey, what's the hurry, chief? / what can I do for you, sexy?

• I want to go upstairs.

Nah, only fighters competing to become a Bone Daddy or Death Doll get to go upstairs, and you don't look like one of them.

• Not yet I don't.

Alright, alright. I'll let Bone Dust know we got some fresh meat coming upstairs...

• Head upstairs

Mission Objective(s)

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Go upstairs and talk to Bone Dust

Death Doll Dialogue

Death Doll: Morana told me she has a plan to get her brother out of jail, but it will cost a lot of money to do it. You overheard something interesting about Morana. Death Doll: That's why the lab's location remains a secret. Death Doll: If the cops busted any of us, we wouldn't be able to tell them where it is because we don't know. Death Doll: Soon, no one will be able to tell us what to do. Death Doll: Not the police, not The Family, not Character, not even Death!

Bone Daddy Dialogue
Bone Daddy: You ladies should come with me to Veles' party tonight. You overheard something interesting about Veres. Gravedigger Striker 1: Yeah? You really think so? Gravedigger Striker 2: We -really- want to meet him. Bone Daddy: Yeah, I think he'd like you. Gravedigger Striker 1: What can we do to convince you to take us to him? Bone Daddy: Oh, I can think of a few things...

	You overheard something about Veles
	You overheard a Bone Daddy inviting a pair of fresh Skull recruits to a rave that Veles is hosting later.

Bone Dust

Briefing

So, I hear you want to try and join the ranks of the Bone Daddies / Death Dolls.

• That's right, I'm ready.

Well, you sound ready, but only surviving the Rib Cage proves whether you are or not.

• I told you, I'm ready.

You know that if you lose you lose your life, right?

• A true Skull isn't afraid of Death.

Well said. Go and talk to the Fight Organizer, he'll set you up with a match.

Having second thoughts? C'mon, the Fight Organizer is waiting.

• Leave

Mission Objective(s)

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Talk to the Fight Organizer

Fight Organizer

Briefing

Bone Dust gave you his approval? Alright, I hope you kissed your girlfriend / boyfriend this morning, dude / babe, because today just might be your funeral.

• Hope makes you weak...

Easy, save some for your opponents. Step into the middle of the Rib Cage, and prepare for the fight of your life.

Mission Objective(s)

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Enter the Rib Cage
  • Defeat your opposition in the Rib Cage
  • Listen to Eagle Eye

Mission Objective(s)

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Listen to the Police

Mission Objective(s)

• Infiltrate the Skulls
  • Escape to the Sewers

You escaped from the PPD raid on the hideout and have convinced The Skulls that you are one of them. Time for them to lead you to Veles.

Enemies

Paragon Police Department

Skulls and Police Dialogue

During Police Warning: Death Head Soldier: What the? Death Head Soldier: It's the Police! After Police Warning: Bone Dust: Let's send those pigs a message! Bone Dust: Everyone get ready! Bone Dust: Ain't nobody taking me alive. We're Skulls, we aren't afraid of death! Fight Organizer: Let's go get 'em! Escaping Skulls: Gravedigger Striker 1: C'mon, Cherry, let's get outta here! Gravedigger Striker 2: Where's the exit? Bone Daddy: Shhh, ladies, follow me. Escaping Skulls at Exit: Bone Daddy: C'mon, we'll take these sewers outta here and meet back up at the rave later tonight. After escaping into the sewers you find your way back up onto the street and with an invitation to meet Veles at the rave tonight. Police and Skulls During Escape: Random PPD Detective: Police! Random PPD Detective: Everybody freeze! Random PPD Detective: Secure this place, now! Random PPD Detective: He's got a weapon, he's got a weapon! Random PPD Detective: Don't do it, buddy! Random PPD Detective: Make a move, scumbag! I dare you!

After escaping into the sewers you find your way back up onto the street and with an invitation to meet Veles at the rave tonight.

Confront Veles

Unnecessary Solicitation

I was worried that the police raid might blow your cover, lucky for us it didn't. Now that you've got an invite to meet Veles, it is time to take him down.

Mission Objective(s)

Map: VELES_RAVE

This is where The Skulls said that Veles was hosting a Rave. Time to crash the party.

• Confront Veles
  • Find Veles
  • Rescue the Ravers
  • Interrogate Back Breaker

Veles escaped, but you managed to plant your tracking beacon on one of The Skulls. When he regains consciousness he'll return to Veles to tell him what you told him and lead you right to him.

Enemies

Skulls

Skulls Dialogue

Before Combat: Death Head Buckshot: ...and so I told her, 'if you wanna be in The Skulls, you know what you gotta do'... Gravedigger Assailant: Oh man, don't tell me she did what I think she did? Death Head Buckshot: Yep. Gravedigger Assailant: You're such a pig. Death Head Buckshot: Oink, oink, baby! Combat Start: Death Head Buckshot: Wait... Isn't that Character!? Gravedigger Assailant: Don't stand there gawking! Waste him / her! Raver: Holy crap! That's Character!

Morana: We have a problem. Veles: I know... Veles: It's Character... Morana: It's not safe for you here. Veles: Life isn't safe, little sister, but your concerns for my safety are appreciated. Veles: Tell Back Breaker to lock up the warehouse after we've left and shoot anyone who tries to leave. Veles: Until Character is dead, nobody leaves here alive. Morana: It shall be done. Veles: Mr. Atta, if you'll accompany me, I believe you wanted to see my lab? Atta: Yes, Atta want very much.

Raver and Skulls Dialogue
Upon Entering Rave Room: Raver: Aiiieeee! Raver: Get down, they're shooting! Raver: Let us out! Raver: Help! Raver: Look out! Door Guard: Gravedigger Assailant: Welcome to the party, pal! Death Head Soldier: We told you, stay back! After Defeat of Door Guard: Raver: Thank you, Character! Raver: Character saved us! Raver: C'mon, everybody, let's go!

Back Breaker Dialogue
Before Combat: Back Breaker: Not so fast, Character! I've got a bone to pick with you! First Blood: Back Breaker: Once I take you down, Veles will reward me with unimaginable power! 75% Health: Back Breaker: You don't understand, Veles has a vision! 50% Health: Back Breaker: The Superadine is just a means to an end! 25% Health: Back Breaker: Enough! You are stronger than I am. I give up!

Back Breaker

Briefing

Heh, you're as strong as Veles. Maybe he does fear you after all...

• Where did Veles go?

He went to the lab with Atta, the leader of the Trolls. Ha ha ha ha ha... You have no idea how big this all is, do you?

• Where's the lab?

There isn't a damn thing in the world you can do to me that will make me tell you that.

• Tell me where the lab is, scumbag!

Ha ha ha ha ha...

Or what? You'll kill me?

Even if you had it in you, death doesn't scare me, hero.

Face it, you've got nothin'.

• Deliver a message to Veles for me.

What message is that?

• When you see him in hell tell him he underestimated Character. (Knock him out)

Wha...? Uff!

• (Plant your tracking beacon on Back Breaker)

• You're right, I'm not a killer like you and your buddies.

You'll never change a thing in this town if you aren't willing to kill for it. Think about it, zero, if what you're fighting for ain't worth killing for, why bother?

• Not everything is about life and death.

Of course it is. Everybody lives...

Back Breaker reaches for a knife in his boot.

...and everybody dies!

• (Knock him out)

Back Breaker collapses, the knife falling out of his hand and skittering across the floor. He's unconscious.

• (Plant your tracking beacon on Back Breaker)

	Your Tracking Beacon
	You planted your tracking beacon on one of Veles' trusted associates, a charming individual known as Back Breaker. With any luck, Back Breaker will regain consciousness and lead you right to Veles.

Debriefing

Character? What the? Your tracking device shows that you're at Royal Refinery, what are you doing here?

You planted it on one of The Skulls to lead you to Veles and the Superadine lab? Damn, son / girl, that's some smart thinking.