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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
| − | {{Contact Overview|City=V|Zone=Sharkhead Isle| | + | {{Infobox Contact |
| + | |name=Doc Buzzsaw | ||
| + | |image=Doc Buzzsaw.jpg | ||
| + | |img_capt=Freakshow Meat Doctor | ||
| + | |zone=[[Sharkhead Isle]] | ||
| + | |x=693.5|y=32|z=-1324.5 | ||
| + | |levels=25-29 | ||
| + | |introed=None, she is an [[Unlockable Contacts|Unlockable Contact]]. | ||
| + | |intros=None | ||
| + | |enemies={{Enemy Arachnos}} | ||
| + | {{Enemy Council}} | ||
| + | {{Enemy Freakshow}} | ||
| + | {{Enemy Legacy Chain}} | ||
| + | {{Enemy Slag Golems}} | ||
| + | {{Enemy Scrapyarders}} | ||
| + | {{Enemy The Family}} | ||
| + | }} | ||
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| + | {{Contact Overview|City=V|Zone=Sharkhead Isle|x=693.5|y=32|z=-1324.5|Pronoun=her|HoodYN=Y|Hood=Crush|OriginYN=Y|Origin=Technology|LevelYN=Y|Level=25-29}} | ||
__TOC__ | __TOC__ | ||
== Introductions == | == Introductions == | ||
=== Contact Introduced By === | === Contact Introduced By === | ||
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* None, Doc Buzzsaw is an [[Unlockable Contacts|Unlockable Contact]]. Doc can be unlocked by obtaining the [[Bling Badge]] and be between levels 25 and 29. | * None, Doc Buzzsaw is an [[Unlockable Contacts|Unlockable Contact]]. Doc can be unlocked by obtaining the [[Bling Badge]] and be between levels 25 and 29. | ||
| − | === | + | === Contact Introduces === |
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* None | * None | ||
=== Information === | === Information === | ||
| − | + | ''As seen in contact's information window'': | |
'''Freakshow Meat Doctor''' | '''Freakshow Meat Doctor''' | ||
| − | Doc Buzzsaw makes no secret that she was once a disciple of [[Dr. Vahzilok]], but had a falling out with her mentor some time ago. | + | Doc Buzzsaw makes no secret that she was once a disciple of [[Dr. Vahzilok]], but had a falling out with her mentor some time ago. Afterwards she journeyed to the Rogue Isles to continue her research, and rumor has it, escape the retribution of the [[Vahzilok]]. The [[Freakshow]] came to her looking for someone who understood both cybernetic machinery and human anatomy well enough to repair them, and she quickly formed an association with them. The Freaks love the improvements 'Doc' makes for them, and Buzzsaw sees her energetic new allies as the perfect mix of protectors and test subjects. The fact that both sides are completely deranged only makes the partnership work better. |
| − | + | ''As seen in [[Positron Task Force Part One]]'': | |
| − | I've heard so much about you. Please, call me Doctor Buzzsaw, or just 'Doc' if you prefer. My exuberant young friends within the Freakshow bequeathed the name to me following a small incident with my former fellows among the disciples of Dr. Vahzilok. Those times are behind me now, and so I chose to keep the colorful moniker to designate the start of my new life here, helping my allies. I hope that I will be able to count you amongst my associates as I continue my work. | + | Doc Buzzsaw is one of Dr. Vahzilok's most promising disciples. Her knowledge of cybernetics has proven invaluable to the Doctor's crusade to cure the human condition and bring humanity to the next stage of evolution. Recent difficulties with Paragon City's heroes have begun to strain their relationship, and it seems only a matter of time before Doc Buzzsaw buzzes off. |
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| + | === Prior to Introduction === | ||
| + | My dear {{Character}}, I accept only a certain caliber of clientele. You will have to earn your way into my good graces. | ||
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| + | ''When just beginning to earn infamy, you will get this message:'' | ||
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| + | You've earned scarcely any Infamy! I will not deal with you! | ||
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| + | ''After approximately 33% you will get this message:'' | ||
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| + | You have begun to earn more Infamy, but I still am not ready to accept you. | ||
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| + | {{missing}} | ||
| + | {{orange|need more info for other progress messages}} | ||
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| + | === Contact Unlocked === | ||
| + | {{Contact Unlocked|Contact=Doc Buzzsaw|Text={{yellow|Doc Buzzsaw has contacted you...}} | ||
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| + | Hello, {{Character}}. It's a pleasure to meet you. Please, when you get a spare moment, I would much like us to have a chat. Please come see me in the Sharkhead Isles. | ||
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| + | {{darkorange|This contact has now been added to the active tab of your Contact window.}}}} | ||
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| + | === Initial Contact === | ||
| + | Ah, you must be {{Character}}! I've heard so much about you. Please, call me Doctor Buzzsaw, or just 'Doc' if you prefer. My exuberant young friends within the Freakshow bequeathed the name to me following a small incident with my former fellows among the disciples of Dr. Vahzilok. Those times are behind me now, and so I chose to keep the colorful moniker to designate the start of my new life here, helping my allies. I hope that I will be able to count you amongst my associates as I continue my work. | ||
So without further ado, let us begin. | So without further ado, let us begin. | ||
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| + | === Greeting === | ||
| + | How are you doing, {{Character}}? Well, I hope? | ||
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| + | === Too Busy === | ||
| + | I do not mean to be rude, {{Character}}, but you seem rather busy at the moment. Perhaps later, when you've accomplished your other tasks, I can provide you with another opportunity, hmm? | ||
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| + | === No More Missions === | ||
| + | I'm afraid there's nothing else I need done, {{Character}}. It has been a delight to work with you, but there are no doubt other pressing concerns upon you. Go and attend them. I have much work of my own to do on my young exuberant friends. | ||
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| + | == Store == | ||
| + | * [[Inspirations]] | ||
| + | * {{Store Tec Sci|Level=25|Price=200}} | ||
| + | '' You have done quite well. It was quite a stroke of luck that we came into association. You will find items most wondrous in my {{green|store}}. Call me any time.'' | ||
| + | ''You've proven quite dependable, {{Character}}. I must say I've forgotten how nice it can be to have someone whose work I can count on. Please, look at my {{green|store}}. I insist.'' | ||
| + | * {{Store Tec|Level=25|Price=200}} | ||
| + | * {{Store Tec|Level=30|Price=200}} | ||
== Story Arcs == | == Story Arcs == | ||
| − | ===Die by the Freak!=== | + | === Die by the Freak! === |
| + | {{ArcAward|m=7}} | ||
'''Souvenir:''' SuperFreak Tracking Device | '''Souvenir:''' SuperFreak Tracking Device | ||
| − | + | This small device is useless now, but once you used it to track down Doc Buzzsaw's insane coral crystal powered creation, the [[SuperFreak]]. It was all a part of a little exploit you remember as: | |
| − | This small device is useless now, but once you used it to track down Doc Buzzsaw's insane coral crystal powered creation, the SuperFreak. It was all a part of a little exploit you remember as: | + | |
'''Die by the Freak!''' | '''Die by the Freak!''' | ||
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Doc needed a large shard of Coral Crystal in order to continue her work, and was willing to pay to get it. She asked you to find a leader among the [[Slag Golems]] the Freakshow had dubbed 'Big Rocky,' and take the red coral crystal shard at its heart. She also needed you to get some spare parts off of fallen Freaks. The Freaks on the scene didn't seem to mind, and even helped you on Buzzsaw's word. | Doc needed a large shard of Coral Crystal in order to continue her work, and was willing to pay to get it. She asked you to find a leader among the [[Slag Golems]] the Freakshow had dubbed 'Big Rocky,' and take the red coral crystal shard at its heart. She also needed you to get some spare parts off of fallen Freaks. The Freaks on the scene didn't seem to mind, and even helped you on Buzzsaw's word. | ||
| − | Doc Buzzsaw created her Superfreak, powered by the | + | Doc Buzzsaw created her Superfreak, powered by the mysterious energy of the Red Coral Crystal, and seemed to somehow be surprised when it went insane, vowed to destroy her and began building up an army of [[Slag Golems]] to do so. Lucky for her, she had you on retainer. Using a tracking device Buzzsaw had put in the Superfreak's chassis, you tracked him down and defeated him. |
Doc Buzzsaw seemed briefly chastened by the near disaster and decided to put off work on the Superfreak to pursue a less dangerous goal: Mass producing Tank Freaks. | Doc Buzzsaw seemed briefly chastened by the near disaster and decided to put off work on the Superfreak to pursue a less dangerous goal: Mass producing Tank Freaks. | ||
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| − | Doc Buzzsaw | + | ==== {{UL|Recover parts for Doc Buzzsaw}} ==== |
| + | ===== {{UL|Recover 1st item for Buzzsaw}} ===== | ||
| + | '''Briefing''' | ||
| − | + | I do a great deal of work, and not just for my friends within the [[Freakshow]]. Miners, workers, even members of groups such as the [[Sky Raiders]] and [[Arachnos]]; I give the aid of my skills to all. Unfortunately, often the desperate men who hire my services cannot afford to pay when the bill comes due. So sometimes I must recover my work from its current owners. Many of them are, understandably I think, reluctant to return the very valuable merchandise they now have, and so I like to employ the occasional freelancer to do this sort of work for me. {{green|All you will need to do is recover everything on my list from the current owners.}} | |
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| − | + | * {{green|Recover parts for Doc Buzzsaw}} | |
| − | + | There are five items I need returned. Defeat the current owners to recover them, or, in two separate and sad cases, recover the items from their perished bodies. The first item is a pair of cybernetic eyes I implanted in a Lt. Rafferty of the [[Council]]. | |
| − | + | I've tried to have my friends among the Freakshow do this sort of thing for me in the past, but in all their exuberance a simple collection all too often ends up as a firefight and then things get damaged. They are quite entertaining, but a bit too rambunctious. | |
| + | ''This is a list of all the specific parts and where they are located..'' | ||
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A Grisly List|Text=This is a list of all the items Doc Buzzsaw wants you to recover from her previous clients. The list describes what each item is, and where it can be found.}} | ||
| − | ''' | + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' |
| − | + | The first item is a pair of cybernetic eyes I installed for one of those Council fellows. I'm surprised he didn't pay. The Council are usually very good about that kind of thing. | |
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=Lt. Rafferty should be in here.|Primary=Recover 1st item for Buzzsaw|Secondary=Get eyes from Rafferty|Additional=|Completion=You got the first item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.}} | |
| − | + | '''Enemies''' | |
| − | + | {{Enemy Council}} | |
| − | + | '''Notable NPCs''' | |
| − | + | * [[Council#Ascendant Adjutant|Lt. Rafferty]] | |
| − | + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A light collection sack|Text=This sack contains the first item on Doc Buzzsaw's list: | |
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| − | + | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters.}} | |
| − | + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Lt. Rafferty dialogue|text= | |
| + | '''Combat start:''' <br /> | ||
| + | :Tell Buzzsaw that I don't need to pay. I'm an Ascendant now!}} | ||
| − | + | ===== {{UL|Recover 2nd item for Buzzsaw}} ===== | |
| + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | ||
| − | ' | + | It is unfortunate, but the second item I need is no longer of any use to it's previous owner. |
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=Apparently, this guy died before he could pay. Time to recycle!|Primary=Recover 2nd item for Buzzsaw|Secondary=Search body for part|Additional=|Completion=You got the second item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.}} | |
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| − | ''' | + | '''Enemies''' |
| − | + | {{Enemy Scrapyarders}} | |
| − | + | ''You found the part Buzzsaw needed!'' | |
| − | + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A hefty collection sack|Text=This sack contains a couple of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list: | |
| − | + | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters,<br /> | |
| + | And a robotic spinal column, braced for heavy lifting.}} | ||
| − | + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Random chatter|text= | |
| − | + | '''Before combat:'''<br /> | |
| + | Scrapyarder 1: ''"Little Bill didn't deserve this."''<br /> | ||
| + | Scrapyarder 2: ''"Deserve had nothing to do with it."''<br /> | ||
| + | Scrapyarder 1: ''"You know he was building a house?"''<br /> | ||
| + | Scrapyarder 2: ''"Yeah."''<br /> | ||
| + | Scrapyarder 1: ''"But I tell ya, he wasn't much of a carpenter."''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:'''<br /> | ||
| + | Scrapyarder 1: ''"We won't let you defile his corpse!"''}} | ||
| − | ''' | + | ===== {{UL|Recover 3rd item for Buzzsaw}} ===== |
| + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | ||
| − | + | Sometimes even my Freaks forget, as in the case of one Mr. W@nG0-T@nG0. Such a colorful moniker. It's unfortunate that he was unable to pay on time. | |
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=You're kind of surprised Buzzsaw is sending you to collect from the Freakshow, but, that's just business.|Primary=Recover 3rd item for Buzzsaw|Secondary=Get arm from Mr. W@nG0-T@nG0|Additional=|Completion=You got the third item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.}} | |
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| − | ''' | + | '''Enemies''' |
| − | + | {{Enemy Freakshow}} | |
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| − | ''' | + | '''Notable NPCs''' |
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| + | * [[Freakshow#Tank Swiper|Mr. W@nG0-T@nG0]] | ||
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| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A heavy collection sack|Text=This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list: | ||
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| + | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters,<br /> | ||
| + | A robotic spinal column, braced for heavy lifting.<br /> | ||
| + | And a cybernetic arm with heavy hydraulics.}} | ||
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| + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Mr. W@nG0-T@nG0 dialogue|text= | ||
| + | '''Before combat:''' ''"I gotta pull another job quick before Buzzsaw sends someone for the new arm."''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:''' ''"Can't you tell Doc I'll get her the money?"''}} | ||
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| + | ===== {{UL|Recover 4th item for Buzzsaw}} ===== | ||
| + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | ||
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| + | I next need a pair of legs, currently attached to a lovely young nightwidow named Shaderix who felt a need for enhancement. You can tell the dear girl that I still have her old legs, if she wants them. | ||
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| + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=The next item on the list is a pair of cybernetic legs, currently attached to a Nightwidow called 'Shaderix'.|Primary=Recover 4th item for Buzzsaw|Secondary=Get legs from Shaderix|Additional=|Completion=You got the fourth item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.}} | ||
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| + | '''Enemies''' | ||
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| + | {{Enemy Arachnos}} | ||
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| + | '''Notable NPCs''' | ||
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| + | * [[Night Widows#Night Widow|Shaderix]] | ||
| − | This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list: | + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A bulging collection sack|Text=This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list: |
| − | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters,<br> | + | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters,<br /> |
| − | A robotic spinal column, braced for heavy lifting,<br> | + | A robotic spinal column, braced for heavy lifting,<br /> |
| − | A cybernetic arm with heavy hydraulics,<br> | + | A cybernetic arm with heavy hydraulics,<br /> |
And a shapely pair of cybernetic legs, modified for stealth and combat. | And a shapely pair of cybernetic legs, modified for stealth and combat. | ||
| + | }} | ||
| − | ''' | + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Shaderix dialogue|text= |
| + | '''Before combat:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"My Tarantula Mistress application was rejected again?"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Impossible!"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"I'm already a cyborg, what more do they want?"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Please realize that I'm not hurting you to be mean,"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"just to work out my own stress."''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"But don't think that I won't enjoy it, anyway."''}} | ||
| − | + | ===== {{UL|Recover last item for Buzzsaw}} ===== | |
| − | + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | |
| − | + | I find myself rather intrigued that the Legacy Chain took the cybernetic heart I had custom built for a late client, but discovering the reason for their interest is not as important as getting that heart back at this time. | |
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=Doc's list says this last one is more a recovery than a collection. Seems the last part, a cybernetic heart, was stolen by the Legacy Chain after the previous owner died.|Primary=Recover last item for Buzzsaw|Secondary=Get heart from Reliquary|Additional=|Completion=You got the last item on Doc Buzzsaw's list}} | |
| − | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters,<br> | + | '''Enemies''' |
| − | A robotic spinal column, braced for heavy lifting,<br> | + | |
| − | A cybernetic arm with heavy hydraulics,<br> | + | {{Enemy Legacy Chain}} |
| − | A shapely pair of cybernetic legs, modified for stealth and combat,<br> | + | |
| − | And an artificial heart with a red coral fragment embedded in it. Though the heart has no power, its motors hum and its valves contract. | + | ''You found the part Buzzsaw needed!'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A bulging collection sack|Text=This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list: | ||
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| + | Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters,<br /> | ||
| + | A robotic spinal column, braced for heavy lifting,<br /> | ||
| + | A cybernetic arm with heavy hydraulics,<br /> | ||
| + | A shapely pair of cybernetic legs, modified for stealth and combat,<br /> | ||
| + | And an artificial heart with a red coral fragment embedded in it. Though the heart has no power, its motors hum and its valves contract.}} | ||
'''Debriefing''' | '''Debriefing''' | ||
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You return at last, my collector. Excellent! Let me see what you've recovered. | You return at last, my collector. Excellent! Let me see what you've recovered. | ||
| − | I was wondering where these had gotten to. | + | I was wondering where these had gotten to.<br /> |
| − | + | Ah, this one should be quite useful.<br /> | |
| + | A bit of cleaning, and this will be ready for re-sale and re-use.<br /> | ||
| + | Now I see where the design flaw was on this. I'll have to repair and improve that. So much to do.<br /> | ||
Now what's this? A shard of red crystal, impaled through this artificial heart. Yet it still works, even after its power supply has long gone dead. If you'll excuse me, I'll have to take some time to examine this. Speak to me again shortly, I may have some more work based on this. | Now what's this? A shard of red crystal, impaled through this artificial heart. Yet it still works, even after its power supply has long gone dead. If you'll excuse me, I'll have to take some time to examine this. Speak to me again shortly, I may have some more work based on this. | ||
Absolutely fascinating... | Absolutely fascinating... | ||
| − | === Get cybernetic parts and a large coral crystal for Doc Buzzsaw's project === | + | ==== {{UL|Get cybernetic parts and a large coral crystal for Doc Buzzsaw's project.}} ==== |
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'''Briefing''' | '''Briefing''' | ||
| − | I tell you, I have discovered something astonishing! It seems that many of the items you recovered had microscopic fragments of red coral crystals embedded within them. No doubt, from exposure to red coral crystal found within the mines, or from battling with the unnatural '[[Slag Golems]]' that infest certain parts of the island. Well, what I discovered was that the crystals were amplifying the power of those parts. Isn't it fantastic? It put me in mind of a new project, but in order to complete it, I will need both more cybernetic parts and a very large fragment of red coral crystal. Fortunately, I know where both can be obtained. | + | {{Character}}, I tell you, I have discovered something astonishing! It seems that many of the items you recovered had microscopic fragments of red coral crystals embedded within them. No doubt, from exposure to red coral crystal found within the mines, or from battling with the unnatural '[[Slag Golems]]' that infest certain parts of the island. Well, what I discovered was that the crystals were amplifying the power of those parts. Isn't it fantastic? It put me in mind of a new project, but in order to complete it, {{green|I will need both more cybernetic parts and a very large fragment of red coral crystal. Fortunately, I know where both can be obtained.}} |
| − | + | '''Mission Acceptance''' | |
| − | The Slag Golems are massing to attack the HellForge, led by one of their number whom my energetic Freakshow friends have termed 'Big Rocky.' I strongly suspect that this 'Big Rocky' may contain a massive fragment of red coral in order to hold such a great sway over others of its kind. I want you to retrieve this crystal for me. Also, it is likely that several Freakshow have fallen in the fighting. If you run across any, please use this list to gather the components I'm going to need. They won't miss them any longer, and each piece you find will get a second chance at life in my next project: The crystal powered SuperFreak! | + | Very good! With your assistance, my [[SuperFreak]] will be ready in no time at all! Now, to business: |
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| + | The Slag Golems are massing to attack the HellForge, led by one of their number whom my energetic [[Freakshow]] friends have termed 'Big Rocky.' I strongly suspect that this 'Big Rocky' may contain a massive fragment of red coral in order to hold such a great sway over others of its kind. I want you to retrieve this crystal for me. Also, it is likely that several Freakshow have fallen in the fighting. If you run across any, please use this list to gather the components I'm going to need. They won't miss them any longer, and each piece you find will get a second chance at life in my next project: The crystal powered SuperFreak! | ||
Oh, excuse me. I got a bit excited there. Most uncharacteristic. My apologies. I will warn the Freaks there that you will be on scene, and request that they consider you a friend during the battle. That should help to lower the degree of interruption. | Oh, excuse me. I got a bit excited there. Most uncharacteristic. My apologies. I will warn the Freaks there that you will be on scene, and request that they consider you a friend during the battle. That should help to lower the degree of interruption. | ||
| − | '' | + | ''This list has all the Freakshow parts you need.'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A list of Freak components|Text=This is a list from Doc Buzzsaw of specific components she needs to complete her 'SuperFreak.' Most of these parts can be found on fallen members of the Freakshow.}} | ||
| − | + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | |
| − | ''' | + | You'll likely have to destroy 'Big Rocky' in order to get the crystal. |
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=You can feel the oppressive heat of the Hellforge even from here.|Primary=Recover Parts for Doc Buzzsaw|Secondary=5 Freak parts to collect | |
| − | + | ** Defeat 'Big Rocky'|Additional=|Completion=You got all the parts Doc Buzzsaw needs.}} | |
| − | * Defeat 'Big Rocky' | + | |
| − | ''' | + | '''Enemies''' |
| − | + | {{Enemy Slag Golems}} | |
| − | ''' | + | '''Neutral''' |
| − | + | {{Enemy Freakshow}} | |
| − | ''' | + | '''Notable NPCs''' |
| − | + | * [[Slag Golems#Slag Golem|'Big Rocky']] | |
| − | === | + | ''You found some of the parts on Doc Buzzsaw's list'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Collection Sack|Text=This sack contains components Doc Buzzsaw will need to complete her 'SuperFreak.'}} | ||
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| + | ''You defeated 'Big Rocky' and took the massive red coral crystal shard that was in his heart.'' | ||
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name='Big Rocky's crystal heart|Text=This large red crystal used to be the central core of the Slag Golem called 'Big Rocky'. Doc Buzzsaw wants to use it to power her 'SuperFreak'.}} | ||
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| + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Battling Freakshow and Slag Golems|text= | ||
| + | '''Combat start:'''<br /> | ||
| + | Slag Heap: ''"Slag Crush!"''<br /> | ||
| + | Freakshow: ''"And I thought we were weird."''<br /> | ||
| + | Freakshow: ''"Hey, {{Character}}! Buzzsaw said you were coming."''<br /> | ||
| + | Freakshow: ''"Care to join in the violence?"''}} | ||
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| + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title='Big Rocky' dialogue|text= | ||
| + | '''Before combat:''' ''"I, Rocky!"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:''' ''"Crush!"''}} | ||
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| + | {{Ambush|When 'Big Rocky' is defeated, there will be '''three''' ambushes by [[Slag Golems]].<br />''"We're Slag Golems, and we're attacking!"''}} | ||
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| + | '''Debriefing''' | ||
| − | + | Excellent! I've been quite busy working on my latest creation while you were out. With all that you've gathered, I should be able complete my 'SuperFreak' post-haste. If you'll excuse me, I must finish my creation while the genius of inspiration is still upon me. | |
| + | ==== {{UL|Destroy the SuperFreak}} ==== | ||
'''Briefing''' | '''Briefing''' | ||
| − | Ah. Well. You see, there's been a minor set-back. My test subject, my first SuperFreak, has cruelly betrayed my work and my trust. He has gone renegade, and even now, he gathers together the Slag Golems to destroy me! I fear that he's no longer himself. Perhaps the Coral shard itself has taken control? Oh, what has science wrought? I sought only to turn a man into a metal-encased | + | Ah. Well. You see, {{Character}}, there's been a minor set-back. My test subject, my first [[SuperFreak]], has cruelly betrayed my work and my trust. He has gone renegade, and even now, he gathers together the [[Slag Golems]] to destroy me! I fear that he's no longer himself. Perhaps the Coral shard itself has taken control? Oh, what has science wrought? I sought only to turn a man into a metal-encased juggernaut of destruction powered by the unknown properties of a mysterious living crystal. How could this have all gone wrong? Regardless, the necessary solution is clear: {{green|{{Character}}, my SuperFreak must be destroyed!}} |
It will be difficult to destroy my creation. I don't mean emotionally, I mean it will be physically quite challenging. I'd suggest gathering some cronies to assist you. | It will be difficult to destroy my creation. I don't mean emotionally, I mean it will be physically quite challenging. I'd suggest gathering some cronies to assist you. | ||
| − | I thank you for your assistance, and assure you that you will be compensated. Fortunately, I emplaced a tracking device within my creation's | + | '''Mission Acceptance''' |
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| + | I thank you for your assistance, and assure you that you will be compensated. Fortunately, I emplaced a tracking device within my creation's chassis, and so I know his approximate location. You must destroy my SuperFreak, and put an end to this madness. | ||
By the way, if you are planning on charging into this without a small to medium sized group of rogues, I was wondering if you'd thought of what you'd like to have happen to your internal organs once the SuperFreak has ripped them out? I don't want to be rude, but I could make sure that whatever remains of your body finds one or more new uses through my experiments. Well, think about it, won't you? | By the way, if you are planning on charging into this without a small to medium sized group of rogues, I was wondering if you'd thought of what you'd like to have happen to your internal organs once the SuperFreak has ripped them out? I don't want to be rude, but I could make sure that whatever remains of your body finds one or more new uses through my experiments. Well, think about it, won't you? | ||
| − | ''' | + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' |
| − | + | I fear none of us will be safe until the SuperFreak is destroyed. | |
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| + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=The sound of crashing rocks and mad laughter echo over this desolate place.|Primary=Destroy the SuperFreak|Secondary=Defeat the Superfreak|Additional=|Completion=You defeated the Superfreak.}} | ||
| + | |||
| + | '''Enemies''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Enemy Slag Golems}} | ||
'''Notable NPCs''' | '''Notable NPCs''' | ||
| − | * [[ | + | * [[t3h S00p4rFr34k!]] ([[Elite Boss]]) |
| + | |||
| + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=t3h S00p4rFr34k! dialogue|text= | ||
| + | '''Before Combat:''' <br /> | ||
| + | :''"1 h4v3 b3c0m3 l33t, b3y0nD l33t." (I have become elite beyond elite.)''<br /> | ||
| + | :''"d0 j0u d4r3 t0 ch4l13ng3 t3h p0w4r 0f t3h S00p4rFr34k?!" (Do you dare to challenge the power of the SuperFreak?!)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat Start:''' ''"j0ur d3ztRuCt10n w1ll b3 mY c0r0n4t10n." (Your destruction will be my coronation.)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''First Blood:''' ''"1 w1L1 R0x0R j00, n00b! d13!" (I will rock you, noob! Die!)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''At 75% Life:''' ''"j0u 4r3 l1k3 4 bUg t0 m3!" (You are like a bug to me!)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''At 50% Life:''' ''"Ph3@r M3!" (Fear me!)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''At 25% Life:''' ''"1 4m 1nv1nz1bl3! 1 4m t3h S00p4rFr34k!" (I am invincible! I am the SuperFreak!)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Defeated:'''<br /> | ||
| + | :''"1m..." (Im...)''<br /> | ||
| + | :''"p0ss..." (poss...)''<br /> | ||
| + | :''"1bl3..." (ible...)''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Defeats player:'''<br /> | ||
| + | :''"h4h h4h h4h! Pwn3d!" (Hah hah hah! Owned!)''<br /> | ||
| + | :''"P4th3tlc!" (Pathetic!)'' | ||
| + | }} | ||
'''Debriefing''' | '''Debriefing''' | ||
| − | + | She who lives by the cybernetic monstrosity powered by living coral, all too often dies by the cybernetic monstrosity powered by living coral. Fortunately, you have helped me to avoid this fate. I think I shall shelve my plans for the Superfreak for a time, and instead concentrate on another project. Perhaps mass-producing an army of Tank Freaks? Yes, that would likely be much safer, and far more useful. | |
| + | |||
| + | |||
| + | === Heavy Metal Doctoring === | ||
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| + | {{ArcAward|m=7}} | ||
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| + | '''Souvenir:''' A Freakstarter | ||
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| + | It's out of power now, but you once used this device to give several [[Freakshow#Bosses|Tank Freaks]] the jump-start they needed during an escapade you remember as | ||
| + | |||
| + | '''Heavy Metal Doctoring''' | ||
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| + | With his plan to build a [[SuperFreak]] behind him, Doc Buzzsaw decided to start building regular Tank Freaks locally, instead of bringing them over from [[Paragon City]] as the [[Freakshow]] had been doing. In order to build his first batch to prove it could be done, he needed certain supplies, which is when you came in. Doc Buzzsaw asked you to steal medical supplies from the [[The Family|Family]] for her, so he could begin. | ||
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| + | With the medical supplies secured, Doc Buzzsaw still needed some more robotic parts. Fortunately, the [[Council]] had just shipped in a a new batch of robotic spare parts for their own machines. Once you had acquired them, Doc was ready to begin. | ||
| − | + | Unfortunately, the Family and the Council had taken some exception to the thefts, and had captured Doc's first three prototypes. Doc needed all three of them back in order to make his presentation to the other [[Freakshow#Meat Doctor|Meat Doctors]]. You were able to manage it, and for that Doc thanked you and paid you in full. That was the last time you worked for Doc Buzzsaw, as he soon became overwhelmed with requests for new Tank Freaks. | |
| − | + | ''Note:<br />'' | |
| + | ''There seems to be confusion among the scriptwriters of this storyarc, as Doc Buzzsaw's gender seems to change randomly in mission and souvenir descriptions.'' | ||
| + | ==== {{UL|Help Doc Buzzsaw get what she needs to start building Tank Freaks.}} ==== | ||
'''Briefing''' | '''Briefing''' | ||
| − | Ah, | + | Ah, {{Character}}! A pleasure to see you, as always. In point of fact, it's most opportune timing. I've decided to put all of the unpleasantness with the [[SuperFreak]] behind me and concentrate my efforts on something much more practical:<br /> |
| + | I've decided to start producing Tank Freaks of my own. You see, most of the Tank Freaks here in the islands came over from [[Paragon City]], and this puts my exuberant young friends in the [[Freakshow]] at rather a disadvantage. By building Tank Freaks here, I can correct this imbalance. {{green|However, I will need the assistance of a dependable individual to help me get what I'll need in order to begin.}} | ||
| − | + | '''Mission Acceptance''' | |
| − | '' | + | Excellent! I knew I could rely on you for able assistance! Well, to begin, the first thing I will need is more medical supplies. Fortunately, I've located a supplier. Unfortunately, the supplier will likely not be willing to part with the supplies I need. To further compound the poor fortune, the current owner of the supplies is [[the Family]]. I'll leave up to your talents as to how best to procure what I need. |
| − | This long list of medical supplies has everything that Doc Buzzsaw needs for major surgeries. | + | ''This list should have all the supplies I'm looking for.'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Medical Suppply List|Text=This long list of medical supplies has everything that Doc Buzzsaw needs for major surgeries.}} | ||
| − | ''' | + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' |
| − | + | I suppose those medical supplies were intended for the miners. It seems sad, but then, they can always receive aid from me. | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=This warehouse is being watched closely. Any patrols that report trouble may be re-enforced.|Primary=Steal medical supplies|Secondary=4 medical supplies to steal|Additional=|Completion=You got the medical supplies Doc Buzzsaw wanted.}} | |
| − | All of these stolen medicines should be just what Doc Buzzsaw needs for | + | '''Enemies''' |
| + | |||
| + | {{Enemy The Family}} | ||
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| + | ''You found some of the medical supplies you're looking for.'' | ||
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Stolen Supplies|Text=All of these stolen medicines should be just what Doc Buzzsaw needs for his work.}} | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Family patrol 1 dialogue|text= | ||
| + | Family 1: ''"You keep your eyes open."''<br /> | ||
| + | Family 2: ''"I'll holler if I spot anything."''}} | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Family patrol 2 dialogue|text= | ||
| + | Family 1: ''"Did you see something?"''<br /> | ||
| + | Family 2: ''"I thought I saw something."''}} | ||
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| + | {{Ambush|Defeating a patrol will trigger two waves of ambushes by [[The Family]].<br />''The patrol called re-enforcements!''<br />''"A patrol's spotted something! Let's go!"''}} | ||
'''Debriefing''' | '''Debriefing''' | ||
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With all of these supplies, I am almost ready to begin. Now all I need is a great deal of robotic parts, some control circuitry, and several energetic and power-mad young fools willing to throw their bodies away to become my armor-plated cybernetic experiments. The latter is surprisingly easy, but the former may present another opportunity for gainful work for you. | With all of these supplies, I am almost ready to begin. Now all I need is a great deal of robotic parts, some control circuitry, and several energetic and power-mad young fools willing to throw their bodies away to become my armor-plated cybernetic experiments. The latter is surprisingly easy, but the former may present another opportunity for gainful work for you. | ||
| − | === Steal robotic tech for Doc Buzzsaw === | + | ==== {{UL|Steal robotic tech for Doc Buzzsaw}} ==== |
'''Briefing''' | '''Briefing''' | ||
| − | I've secured some volunteers, now all I need is a few critical parts. Fortunately, the Council is shipping in some new robotic supplies that match nicely. I need them, and would like you to procure them for me. I suppose I should use stolen Crey technology components for the classic Tank Freak, but one must make do with local 'ingredients', as it were. | + | I've secured some volunteers, now all I need is a few critical parts. Fortunately, the [[Council]] is shipping in some new robotic supplies that match nicely. {{green|I need them, and would like you to procure them for me.}} I suppose I should use stolen [[Crey]] technology components for the classic Tank Freak, but one must make do with local 'ingredients', as it were. |
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| + | '''Mission Acceptance''' | ||
The Council's shipment is just about to come into port. Now, I don't need everything, just a few key components that I haven't been able to fabricate myself. Get them for me, and I'll reward you well, as always. | The Council's shipment is just about to come into port. Now, I don't need everything, just a few key components that I haven't been able to fabricate myself. Get them for me, and I'll reward you well, as always. | ||
| − | ''' | + | ''This list has all the specific components I'm looking for.'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=A list of robotic components|Text=This is a short but very detailed list of the robotic components Doc Buzzsaw needs in order to build Tank Freaks.}} | ||
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| + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | ||
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| + | The Council has been so busy lately, I doubt they'll miss a few extremely expensive pieces of robotics. I doubt they'll even be that upset. They'll probably only shoot at you a little, instead of hunting you down and planting explosives all around you in your sleep. | ||
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| + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=The Council must have heard about your robberies and stepped up security. The Patrols are certain to call for back-up if they get in trouble.|Primary=Steal parts for Doc Buzzsaw|Secondary=4 parts to take|Additional=|Completion=You got the robotic parts for Doc Buzzsaw}} | ||
| + | |||
| + | '''Enemies''' | ||
| + | |||
| + | {{Enemy Council}} | ||
| + | |||
| + | '''Notable NPCs''' | ||
| − | + | * Archon Adlai ([[Council]] [[Vortex Outer Band#Vortex Cor Leonis Archon|Vortex Cor Leonis Archon]]) ([[Boss]]) | |
| − | '''Mission | + | ''You found some of the parts'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Tank Parts|Text=Doc Buzzsaw will need all of these robotic components in order to build his own Tank Freaks.}} | ||
| − | + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Council patrol dialogue (there is two patrols with same text)|text= | |
| − | + | Council 1: ''"Patrol here. Nothing to report."''<br /> | |
| + | Council 2: ''"Patrol checking in."''}} | ||
| − | ''' | + | {{Ambush|Defeating a patrol will trigger two waves of ambushes by the [[Council]].<br />''The patrol called re-enforcements!''<br />''"A patrol's spotted something! Let's go!"''}} |
| − | + | {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Archon Adlai dialogue|text= | |
| + | '''Before combat:''' ''"We must hurry. They need these supplies over on Striga Island!"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:''' ''"Your thievery stops here!"''}} | ||
'''Debriefing''' | '''Debriefing''' | ||
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With these final components, my Tank Freaks will soon be ready! Now all I have to do is prepare them, install these remaining parts, and hope that the Council doesn't show up to destroy them before they're at full power. As if such an unlikely event could possibly come to pass! | With these final components, my Tank Freaks will soon be ready! Now all I have to do is prepare them, install these remaining parts, and hope that the Council doesn't show up to destroy them before they're at full power. As if such an unlikely event could possibly come to pass! | ||
| − | === Recover the | + | ==== {{UL|Recover the 3 Tank Freaks}} ==== |
'''Briefing''' | '''Briefing''' | ||
| − | Well, you see, there has been a minor setback. The Council and the Family seem to have realized that I was at the root of their mutual losses, and have taken over my lab before my new Tank Freaks were complete. Now those ruffians will destroy my beautiful creations! I will pay you handsomely to recover all | + | Well, {{Character}}, you see, there has been a minor setback. The [[Council]] and the [[The Family|Family]] seem to have realized that I was at the root of their mutual losses, and have taken over my lab before my new Tank Freaks were complete. Now those ruffians will destroy my beautiful creations! {{green|I will pay you handsomely to recover all 3 of the Tank Freaks I've already built.}} If you recover all 3, I'll make certain to provide you a tidy bonus. But if even one is destroyed, well, it shall be reflected appropriately in your pay. |
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| + | '''Mission Acceptance''' | ||
Remember, you must recover all three of them! If you lose even one, my presentation to my fellow meat doctors will be ruined, and your pay will be reduced. I hate to be so harsh, but you must succeed at this task. | Remember, you must recover all three of them! If you lose even one, my presentation to my fellow meat doctors will be ruined, and your pay will be reduced. I hate to be so harsh, but you must succeed at this task. | ||
| − | ''' | + | ''This will effectively 'jump start' a deactivated Tank Freak.'' |
| + | {{Mission Clue|Name=Tanker Booster|Text=This odd-looking device can 'Jumpstart' Doc Buzzsaw's prototype Tank Freaks. Once active they should be able to help you, but Doc Buzzsaw will be upset if they're damaged.}} | ||
| − | + | '''Unnecessary Solicitation''' | |
| − | + | Remember, you must recover all three of my creations! If you lose even one, my presentation to my fellow meat doctors will be ruined, and your pay will be reduced. I hate to be so harsh, but you must succeed at this task. | |
| − | + | {{Mission Objective|Entrance=Rescuing all three of the Tank Freaks won't be easy. Once they've been activated, they'll be targets for the enemy.|Primary=Rescue all 3 Tank Freaks|Secondary=1 Freak to recover | |
| − | * | + | *** 1 Freak to lead out |
| + | ** 1 Freak to recover | ||
| + | *** 1 Freak to lead out | ||
| + | ** 1 Freak to recover | ||
| + | *** 1 Freak to lead out|Additional=|Completion=Failure - You allowed one of the Tank Freaks to be destroyed.<br />Success - You recovered all 3 of the Tank Freaks!}} | ||
| − | ''' | + | '''Enemies''' |
| − | The | + | {{Enemy Council}} |
| + | {{Enemy The Family}} | ||
| − | + | '''Notable NPCs''' | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | ||
| − | + | * [[Galaxy Soldiers#Galaxy Archon|Galaxy Archon]] ([[Boss]], guarding Prototype Tank 1) | |
| − | + | * [[The Family#Underboss|Underboss]] ([[Boss]], guarding Prototype Tank 2) | |
| + | * [[Ascendants#Ascendant Archon|Ascendant Archon]] ([[Boss]], guarding Prototype Tank 3) | ||
| + | * Prototype Tank Freak 1 {{Named|Faction=Freakshow|Type=Tank Smasher}} (Ally, Pet) | ||
| + | * Prototype Tank Freak 2 {{Named|Faction=Freakshow|Type=Tank Swiper}} (Ally, Pet) | ||
| + | * Prototype Tank Freak 3 {{Named|Faction=Freakshow|Type=Shadow Tank Freak}} (Ally, Pet) | ||
| + | {{EdNote|note=Tank Freak 3 cons +1 or +2 levels to enemies around him.}} | ||
| − | :'' | + | {{NPC Text|title=Prototype Tank Freak 1 dialogue|text= |
| − | : | + | '''Before combat:'''<br /> |
| + | ''"Aw, man. What a party last night. Aw, what the?"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"I'm a Tank Freak now?"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"When did that happen?"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Well, that ain't so bad. Now why can't I move?"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Hey!"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Hey {{Character}}!"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Don't suppose you could give me a jump start or something?"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Upon being rescued:''' ''"Ah, that hits the spot. Hey, wanna crack some heads?"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Upon being led out:''' ''"Well, it's been fun. I think I need to go break something. You know, express my generic inner rage and stuff."''}} | ||
| − | :''Prototype Tank Freak 2 | + | {{NPC Text|title=Prototype Tank Freak 2 dialogue|text= |
| − | + | '''Before combat:'''<br /> | |
| − | + | Family minion: ''"I think this one ain't working.''<br /> | |
| + | '''Combat start:'''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 2: ''"Unit 2 requesting assistance."''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 2: ''"Power is at critical level."''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 2: ''"Unit 2 status downgraded to:"''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 2: ''"'Kinda funky'."''<br /> | ||
| + | Family minion: ''"It's working! Don't let {{Character}} activate it!"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Upon being rescued:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 now operating at functional power level."''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 expresses mission imperative to kick tail."''<br /> | ||
| + | '''If lost:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 unable to attain positional lock on designation: {{Character}}"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 reports status declining to:"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unloved;"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unwanted."''<br /> | ||
| + | '''If refound:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 expresses thankful attitude towards {{Character}}."''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 upgrades evaluation of {{Character}} from:"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"'Awesome' to:"''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"'Totally Radical'."''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Upon being led out:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 expresses appreciation of assistance provided."''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"Unit 2 projects offer of a thankful hug would make things awkward at this time."''}} | ||
| − | :''Prototype Tank Freak 3, | + | {{NPC Text|title=Prototype Tank Freak 3 dialogue|text= |
| − | + | '''Before combat:'''<br /> | |
| − | + | Council minion: ''"Can you understand anything this one's saying?"''<br /> | |
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 3: ''"0nC3 4 [[T3h S00p4rFr34k!|s00p3rF34k]]..." ("Once a SuperFreak...")''<br /> | ||
| + | Ascendant Archon: ''"This one seems to have an N-Fragment in it. Fascinating."''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 3: ''"0nC3 4 s00p3rF34k..." ("Once a SuperFreak...")''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Combat start:'''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 3: ''"{{Character}}! 1 k0nw j0u!" ("{{Character}}! I know you!")''<br /> | ||
| + | Prototype Tank Freak 3: ''"Gr4n7 m3 p0w4r, n4d 1 Sh4l1 j01n j0u N b4t713!" ("Grant me power, and I shall join you in battle!")''<br /> | ||
| + | Ascendant Archon: ''"Do not let {{Character}} restore power to this one!"''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Upon being rescued:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"d0c bZz4w h4s r3b1lT m3, 4pP4r3nT1y Us1nG 4 n1cTuz Fr4gm3n7." ("Doc Buzzsaw has rebuilt me, apparently using a [[Nictus]] Fragment.")''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"1 m4y n0 1onG3r b3 t3h s00p4rFr34k, bt 1 w1l1 s71l1 f1gH7 b3s1d3 j0u!" ("I may no longer be the SuperFreak, but I will still fight beside you!")''<br /> | ||
| + | '''If lost:''' ''"{{Character}}! W3 w1l1 fGh1t b3t7r3 F1 w3 ts4y t0g3t3hR!" ({{Character}}! We will fight better if we stay together!")<br /> | ||
| + | '''If refound:''' ''"t4hnX, {{Character}}. T3hy 4lm0tS h4d m3!" ("Thanks, {{Character}}. They almost had me!")''<br /> | ||
| + | '''Upon being led out:'''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"j0u Hv4e ym t4hnX, {{Character}}." ("You have my thanks, {{Character}}.")''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"1t h4z b33n 4 Pr1v1l3g3 b07h t0 f1hG7 4g41nZt j0u," ("It has been a privilege both to fight against you,")''<br /> | ||
| + | ''"n4d t0 f1hG7 b3s1d3 j0u." ("and to fight beside you.")''}} | ||
| − | + | {{Ambush|Upon rescuing Prototype Tank 2, there will be two ambushes by the [[Council]].<br />''"They've activated the second tank freak! ATTACK!"''}} | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | ||
| − | '' | + | {{Ambush|Upon rescuing Prototype Tank 3, there will be two ambushes by the [[Council]].<br />''"ATTACK!"''}} |
| − | + | '''Debriefing''' ''Mission Failure'' | |
| − | + | I knew what occured as I watched the status lights. Now, do not worry. I assign you no particular blame. The odds were against you, and you were facing dangerous foes. However, that does not mean that I won't dock your pay. I had hoped to end our partnership on better terms, but it is not to be. I still wish you well, {{Character}}, and hope you find the destiny you seek. | |
| − | + | ||
| − | + | '''Debriefing''' ''Mission Successful'' | |
| + | |||
| + | I congratulate you on a job well done, {{Character}}! With all three of my new Tank Freaks, I will be ready to make a stunning presentation to my fellow Meat Doctors. And I have you to thank! Please, accept your rewards.<br /> | ||
| + | But alas, this must be my final payment to you. I'm afraid that I will soon be so busy with building more Tank Freaks out of my exuberant young allies that I won't have the time for the sort of field work you've helped me with so much. Let us part on this happy note, then. I wish you will in your future endeavors, and hope you find the destiny you seek. | ||
[[Category:Unlockable Contacts]] | [[Category:Unlockable Contacts]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Scientists]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:16, 12 April 2020
Overview
| Doc Buzzsaw | |
|---|---|
 Freakshow Meat Doctor | |
| Zone | Sharkhead Isle |
| Coordinates | (693.5, 32, -1324.5) |
| Level Range | 25-29 |
| Introduced By | None, she is an Unlockable Contact. |
| Introduces | None |
| Enemy Groups |
 The Family |
Doc Buzzsaw is a villain contact in the Crush neighborhood of Sharkhead Isle at coordinates (693.5, 32, -1324.5). Doc Buzzsaw is a Technology origin contact. Her level range is 25-29.
Contents
Introductions
Contact Introduced By
- None, Doc Buzzsaw is an Unlockable Contact. Doc can be unlocked by obtaining the Bling Badge and be between levels 25 and 29.
Contact Introduces
- None
Information
As seen in contact's information window:
Freakshow Meat Doctor
Doc Buzzsaw makes no secret that she was once a disciple of Dr. Vahzilok, but had a falling out with her mentor some time ago. Afterwards she journeyed to the Rogue Isles to continue her research, and rumor has it, escape the retribution of the Vahzilok. The Freakshow came to her looking for someone who understood both cybernetic machinery and human anatomy well enough to repair them, and she quickly formed an association with them. The Freaks love the improvements 'Doc' makes for them, and Buzzsaw sees her energetic new allies as the perfect mix of protectors and test subjects. The fact that both sides are completely deranged only makes the partnership work better.
As seen in Positron Task Force Part One:
Doc Buzzsaw is one of Dr. Vahzilok's most promising disciples. Her knowledge of cybernetics has proven invaluable to the Doctor's crusade to cure the human condition and bring humanity to the next stage of evolution. Recent difficulties with Paragon City's heroes have begun to strain their relationship, and it seems only a matter of time before Doc Buzzsaw buzzes off.
Prior to Introduction
My dear Character, I accept only a certain caliber of clientele. You will have to earn your way into my good graces.
When just beginning to earn infamy, you will get this message:
You've earned scarcely any Infamy! I will not deal with you!
After approximately 33% you will get this message:
You have begun to earn more Infamy, but I still am not ready to accept you.
+++ Missing Information +++ need more info for other progress messages
Contact Unlocked
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 Doc Buzzsaw Doc Buzzsaw has contacted you... Hello, Character. It's a pleasure to meet you. Please, when you get a spare moment, I would much like us to have a chat. Please come see me in the Sharkhead Isles. This contact has now been added to the active tab of your Contact window. |
Initial Contact
Ah, you must be Character! I've heard so much about you. Please, call me Doctor Buzzsaw, or just 'Doc' if you prefer. My exuberant young friends within the Freakshow bequeathed the name to me following a small incident with my former fellows among the disciples of Dr. Vahzilok. Those times are behind me now, and so I chose to keep the colorful moniker to designate the start of my new life here, helping my allies. I hope that I will be able to count you amongst my associates as I continue my work.
So without further ado, let us begin.
Greeting
How are you doing, Character? Well, I hope?
Too Busy
I do not mean to be rude, Character, but you seem rather busy at the moment. Perhaps later, when you've accomplished your other tasks, I can provide you with another opportunity, hmm?
No More Missions
I'm afraid there's nothing else I need done, Character. It has been a delight to work with you, but there are no doubt other pressing concerns upon you. Go and attend them. I have much work of my own to do on my young exuberant friends.
Store
- Inspirations
- Level 25 Technology/Science Dual Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)
You have done quite well. It was quite a stroke of luck that we came into association. You will find items most wondrous in my store. Call me any time. You've proven quite dependable, Character. I must say I've forgotten how nice it can be to have someone whose work I can count on. Please, look at my store. I insist.
- Level 25 Technology Single Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)
- Level 30 Technology Single Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)
Story Arcs
Die by the Freak!
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Merit Rewards: This activity awards 7 Reward Merits. |
Souvenir: SuperFreak Tracking Device
This small device is useless now, but once you used it to track down Doc Buzzsaw's insane coral crystal powered creation, the SuperFreak. It was all a part of a little exploit you remember as:
Die by the Freak!
The first thing Doc Buzzsaw asked of you was innocuous, if a bit grizzly. Doc needed some cybernetic parts from old patients who were no longer using them, and sent you to get them for her. After you delivered the pieces, she seemed very interested in one piece in particular. An artificial heart that was now drawing power from a shard of red crystal embedded in it.
Doc needed a large shard of Coral Crystal in order to continue her work, and was willing to pay to get it. She asked you to find a leader among the Slag Golems the Freakshow had dubbed 'Big Rocky,' and take the red coral crystal shard at its heart. She also needed you to get some spare parts off of fallen Freaks. The Freaks on the scene didn't seem to mind, and even helped you on Buzzsaw's word.
Doc Buzzsaw created her Superfreak, powered by the mysterious energy of the Red Coral Crystal, and seemed to somehow be surprised when it went insane, vowed to destroy her and began building up an army of Slag Golems to do so. Lucky for her, she had you on retainer. Using a tracking device Buzzsaw had put in the Superfreak's chassis, you tracked him down and defeated him.
Doc Buzzsaw seemed briefly chastened by the near disaster and decided to put off work on the Superfreak to pursue a less dangerous goal: Mass producing Tank Freaks.
Recover parts for Doc Buzzsaw
Recover 1st item for Buzzsaw
Briefing
I do a great deal of work, and not just for my friends within the Freakshow. Miners, workers, even members of groups such as the Sky Raiders and Arachnos; I give the aid of my skills to all. Unfortunately, often the desperate men who hire my services cannot afford to pay when the bill comes due. So sometimes I must recover my work from its current owners. Many of them are, understandably I think, reluctant to return the very valuable merchandise they now have, and so I like to employ the occasional freelancer to do this sort of work for me. All you will need to do is recover everything on my list from the current owners.
- Recover parts for Doc Buzzsaw
There are five items I need returned. Defeat the current owners to recover them, or, in two separate and sad cases, recover the items from their perished bodies. The first item is a pair of cybernetic eyes I implanted in a Lt. Rafferty of the Council.
I've tried to have my friends among the Freakshow do this sort of thing for me in the past, but in all their exuberance a simple collection all too often ends up as a firefight and then things get damaged. They are quite entertaining, but a bit too rambunctious.
This is a list of all the specific parts and where they are located..
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A Grisly List |
| This is a list of all the items Doc Buzzsaw wants you to recover from her previous clients. The list describes what each item is, and where it can be found. |
Unnecessary Solicitation
The first item is a pair of cybernetic eyes I installed for one of those Council fellows. I'm surprised he didn't pay. The Council are usually very good about that kind of thing.
Mission Objective(s)
Lt. Rafferty should be in here.
- Recover 1st item for Buzzsaw
- Get eyes from Rafferty
You got the first item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
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A light collection sack |
| This sack contains the first item on Doc Buzzsaw's list:
Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters. |
Recover 2nd item for Buzzsaw
Unnecessary Solicitation
It is unfortunate, but the second item I need is no longer of any use to it's previous owner.
Mission Objective(s)
Apparently, this guy died before he could pay. Time to recycle!
- Recover 2nd item for Buzzsaw
- Search body for part
You got the second item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.
Enemies
You found the part Buzzsaw needed!
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A hefty collection sack |
| This sack contains a couple of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list:
Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters, |
Recover 3rd item for Buzzsaw
Unnecessary Solicitation
Sometimes even my Freaks forget, as in the case of one Mr. W@nG0-T@nG0. Such a colorful moniker. It's unfortunate that he was unable to pay on time.
Mission Objective(s)
You're kind of surprised Buzzsaw is sending you to collect from the Freakshow, but, that's just business.
- Recover 3rd item for Buzzsaw
- Get arm from Mr. W@nG0-T@nG0
You got the third item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
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A heavy collection sack |
| This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list:
Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters, |
Recover 4th item for Buzzsaw
Unnecessary Solicitation
I next need a pair of legs, currently attached to a lovely young nightwidow named Shaderix who felt a need for enhancement. You can tell the dear girl that I still have her old legs, if she wants them.
Mission Objective(s)
The next item on the list is a pair of cybernetic legs, currently attached to a Nightwidow called 'Shaderix'.
- Recover 4th item for Buzzsaw
- Get legs from Shaderix
You got the fourth item on Doc Buzzsaw's list.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
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A bulging collection sack |
| This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list:
Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters, |
Recover last item for Buzzsaw
Unnecessary Solicitation
I find myself rather intrigued that the Legacy Chain took the cybernetic heart I had custom built for a late client, but discovering the reason for their interest is not as important as getting that heart back at this time.
Mission Objective(s)
Doc's list says this last one is more a recovery than a collection. Seems the last part, a cybernetic heart, was stolen by the Legacy Chain after the previous owner died.
- Recover last item for Buzzsaw
- Get heart from Reliquary
You got the last item on Doc Buzzsaw's list
Enemies
You found the part Buzzsaw needed!
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A bulging collection sack |
| This sack contains many of the items on Doc Buzzsaw's list:
Two cybernetic eyes with infra-red and low-light filters, |
Debriefing
You return at last, my collector. Excellent! Let me see what you've recovered.
I was wondering where these had gotten to.
Ah, this one should be quite useful.
A bit of cleaning, and this will be ready for re-sale and re-use.
Now I see where the design flaw was on this. I'll have to repair and improve that. So much to do.
Now what's this? A shard of red crystal, impaled through this artificial heart. Yet it still works, even after its power supply has long gone dead. If you'll excuse me, I'll have to take some time to examine this. Speak to me again shortly, I may have some more work based on this.
Absolutely fascinating...
Get cybernetic parts and a large coral crystal for Doc Buzzsaw's project.
Briefing
Character, I tell you, I have discovered something astonishing! It seems that many of the items you recovered had microscopic fragments of red coral crystals embedded within them. No doubt, from exposure to red coral crystal found within the mines, or from battling with the unnatural 'Slag Golems' that infest certain parts of the island. Well, what I discovered was that the crystals were amplifying the power of those parts. Isn't it fantastic? It put me in mind of a new project, but in order to complete it, I will need both more cybernetic parts and a very large fragment of red coral crystal. Fortunately, I know where both can be obtained.
Mission Acceptance
Very good! With your assistance, my SuperFreak will be ready in no time at all! Now, to business:
The Slag Golems are massing to attack the HellForge, led by one of their number whom my energetic Freakshow friends have termed 'Big Rocky.' I strongly suspect that this 'Big Rocky' may contain a massive fragment of red coral in order to hold such a great sway over others of its kind. I want you to retrieve this crystal for me. Also, it is likely that several Freakshow have fallen in the fighting. If you run across any, please use this list to gather the components I'm going to need. They won't miss them any longer, and each piece you find will get a second chance at life in my next project: The crystal powered SuperFreak!
Oh, excuse me. I got a bit excited there. Most uncharacteristic. My apologies. I will warn the Freaks there that you will be on scene, and request that they consider you a friend during the battle. That should help to lower the degree of interruption.
This list has all the Freakshow parts you need.
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A list of Freak components |
| This is a list from Doc Buzzsaw of specific components she needs to complete her 'SuperFreak.' Most of these parts can be found on fallen members of the Freakshow. |
Unnecessary Solicitation
You'll likely have to destroy 'Big Rocky' in order to get the crystal.
Mission Objective(s)
You can feel the oppressive heat of the Hellforge even from here.
- Recover Parts for Doc Buzzsaw
- 5 Freak parts to collect
- Defeat 'Big Rocky'
You got all the parts Doc Buzzsaw needs.
Enemies
Neutral
Notable NPCs
You found some of the parts on Doc Buzzsaw's list
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Collection Sack |
| This sack contains components Doc Buzzsaw will need to complete her 'SuperFreak.' |
You defeated 'Big Rocky' and took the massive red coral crystal shard that was in his heart.
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'Big Rocky's crystal heart |
| This large red crystal used to be the central core of the Slag Golem called 'Big Rocky'. Doc Buzzsaw wants to use it to power her 'SuperFreak'. |
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Ambush! When 'Big Rocky' is defeated, there will be three ambushes by Slag Golems. "We're Slag Golems, and we're attacking!" |
Debriefing
Excellent! I've been quite busy working on my latest creation while you were out. With all that you've gathered, I should be able complete my 'SuperFreak' post-haste. If you'll excuse me, I must finish my creation while the genius of inspiration is still upon me.
Destroy the SuperFreak
Briefing
Ah. Well. You see, Character, there's been a minor set-back. My test subject, my first SuperFreak, has cruelly betrayed my work and my trust. He has gone renegade, and even now, he gathers together the Slag Golems to destroy me! I fear that he's no longer himself. Perhaps the Coral shard itself has taken control? Oh, what has science wrought? I sought only to turn a man into a metal-encased juggernaut of destruction powered by the unknown properties of a mysterious living crystal. How could this have all gone wrong? Regardless, the necessary solution is clear: Character, my SuperFreak must be destroyed!
It will be difficult to destroy my creation. I don't mean emotionally, I mean it will be physically quite challenging. I'd suggest gathering some cronies to assist you.
Mission Acceptance
I thank you for your assistance, and assure you that you will be compensated. Fortunately, I emplaced a tracking device within my creation's chassis, and so I know his approximate location. You must destroy my SuperFreak, and put an end to this madness.
By the way, if you are planning on charging into this without a small to medium sized group of rogues, I was wondering if you'd thought of what you'd like to have happen to your internal organs once the SuperFreak has ripped them out? I don't want to be rude, but I could make sure that whatever remains of your body finds one or more new uses through my experiments. Well, think about it, won't you?
Unnecessary Solicitation
I fear none of us will be safe until the SuperFreak is destroyed.
Mission Objective(s)
The sound of crashing rocks and mad laughter echo over this desolate place.
- Destroy the SuperFreak
- Defeat the Superfreak
You defeated the Superfreak.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
Debriefing
She who lives by the cybernetic monstrosity powered by living coral, all too often dies by the cybernetic monstrosity powered by living coral. Fortunately, you have helped me to avoid this fate. I think I shall shelve my plans for the Superfreak for a time, and instead concentrate on another project. Perhaps mass-producing an army of Tank Freaks? Yes, that would likely be much safer, and far more useful.
Heavy Metal Doctoring
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Merit Rewards: This activity awards 7 Reward Merits. |
Souvenir: A Freakstarter
It's out of power now, but you once used this device to give several Tank Freaks the jump-start they needed during an escapade you remember as
Heavy Metal Doctoring
With his plan to build a SuperFreak behind him, Doc Buzzsaw decided to start building regular Tank Freaks locally, instead of bringing them over from Paragon City as the Freakshow had been doing. In order to build his first batch to prove it could be done, he needed certain supplies, which is when you came in. Doc Buzzsaw asked you to steal medical supplies from the Family for her, so he could begin.
With the medical supplies secured, Doc Buzzsaw still needed some more robotic parts. Fortunately, the Council had just shipped in a a new batch of robotic spare parts for their own machines. Once you had acquired them, Doc was ready to begin.
Unfortunately, the Family and the Council had taken some exception to the thefts, and had captured Doc's first three prototypes. Doc needed all three of them back in order to make his presentation to the other Meat Doctors. You were able to manage it, and for that Doc thanked you and paid you in full. That was the last time you worked for Doc Buzzsaw, as he soon became overwhelmed with requests for new Tank Freaks.
Note:
There seems to be confusion among the scriptwriters of this storyarc, as Doc Buzzsaw's gender seems to change randomly in mission and souvenir descriptions.
Help Doc Buzzsaw get what she needs to start building Tank Freaks.
Briefing
Ah, Character! A pleasure to see you, as always. In point of fact, it's most opportune timing. I've decided to put all of the unpleasantness with the SuperFreak behind me and concentrate my efforts on something much more practical:
I've decided to start producing Tank Freaks of my own. You see, most of the Tank Freaks here in the islands came over from Paragon City, and this puts my exuberant young friends in the Freakshow at rather a disadvantage. By building Tank Freaks here, I can correct this imbalance. However, I will need the assistance of a dependable individual to help me get what I'll need in order to begin.
Mission Acceptance
Excellent! I knew I could rely on you for able assistance! Well, to begin, the first thing I will need is more medical supplies. Fortunately, I've located a supplier. Unfortunately, the supplier will likely not be willing to part with the supplies I need. To further compound the poor fortune, the current owner of the supplies is the Family. I'll leave up to your talents as to how best to procure what I need.
This list should have all the supplies I'm looking for.
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Medical Suppply List |
| This long list of medical supplies has everything that Doc Buzzsaw needs for major surgeries. |
Unnecessary Solicitation
I suppose those medical supplies were intended for the miners. It seems sad, but then, they can always receive aid from me.
Mission Objective(s)
This warehouse is being watched closely. Any patrols that report trouble may be re-enforced.
- Steal medical supplies
- 4 medical supplies to steal
You got the medical supplies Doc Buzzsaw wanted.
Enemies
You found some of the medical supplies you're looking for.
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Stolen Supplies |
| All of these stolen medicines should be just what Doc Buzzsaw needs for his work. |
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Ambush! Defeating a patrol will trigger two waves of ambushes by The Family. The patrol called re-enforcements! "A patrol's spotted something! Let's go!" |
Debriefing
With all of these supplies, I am almost ready to begin. Now all I need is a great deal of robotic parts, some control circuitry, and several energetic and power-mad young fools willing to throw their bodies away to become my armor-plated cybernetic experiments. The latter is surprisingly easy, but the former may present another opportunity for gainful work for you.
Steal robotic tech for Doc Buzzsaw
Briefing
I've secured some volunteers, now all I need is a few critical parts. Fortunately, the Council is shipping in some new robotic supplies that match nicely. I need them, and would like you to procure them for me. I suppose I should use stolen Crey technology components for the classic Tank Freak, but one must make do with local 'ingredients', as it were.
Mission Acceptance
The Council's shipment is just about to come into port. Now, I don't need everything, just a few key components that I haven't been able to fabricate myself. Get them for me, and I'll reward you well, as always.
This list has all the specific components I'm looking for.
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A list of robotic components |
| This is a short but very detailed list of the robotic components Doc Buzzsaw needs in order to build Tank Freaks. |
Unnecessary Solicitation
The Council has been so busy lately, I doubt they'll miss a few extremely expensive pieces of robotics. I doubt they'll even be that upset. They'll probably only shoot at you a little, instead of hunting you down and planting explosives all around you in your sleep.
Mission Objective(s)
The Council must have heard about your robberies and stepped up security. The Patrols are certain to call for back-up if they get in trouble.
- Steal parts for Doc Buzzsaw
- 4 parts to take
You got the robotic parts for Doc Buzzsaw
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Archon Adlai (Council Vortex Cor Leonis Archon) (Boss)
You found some of the parts
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Tank Parts |
| Doc Buzzsaw will need all of these robotic components in order to build his own Tank Freaks. |
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Ambush! Defeating a patrol will trigger two waves of ambushes by the Council. The patrol called re-enforcements! "A patrol's spotted something! Let's go!" |
Debriefing
With these final components, my Tank Freaks will soon be ready! Now all I have to do is prepare them, install these remaining parts, and hope that the Council doesn't show up to destroy them before they're at full power. As if such an unlikely event could possibly come to pass!
Recover the 3 Tank Freaks
Briefing
Well, Character, you see, there has been a minor setback. The Council and the Family seem to have realized that I was at the root of their mutual losses, and have taken over my lab before my new Tank Freaks were complete. Now those ruffians will destroy my beautiful creations! I will pay you handsomely to recover all 3 of the Tank Freaks I've already built. If you recover all 3, I'll make certain to provide you a tidy bonus. But if even one is destroyed, well, it shall be reflected appropriately in your pay.
Mission Acceptance
Remember, you must recover all three of them! If you lose even one, my presentation to my fellow meat doctors will be ruined, and your pay will be reduced. I hate to be so harsh, but you must succeed at this task.
This will effectively 'jump start' a deactivated Tank Freak.
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Tanker Booster |
| This odd-looking device can 'Jumpstart' Doc Buzzsaw's prototype Tank Freaks. Once active they should be able to help you, but Doc Buzzsaw will be upset if they're damaged. |
Unnecessary Solicitation
Remember, you must recover all three of my creations! If you lose even one, my presentation to my fellow meat doctors will be ruined, and your pay will be reduced. I hate to be so harsh, but you must succeed at this task.
Mission Objective(s)
Rescuing all three of the Tank Freaks won't be easy. Once they've been activated, they'll be targets for the enemy.
- Rescue all 3 Tank Freaks
- 1 Freak to recover
- 1 Freak to lead out
- 1 Freak to recover
- 1 Freak to lead out
- 1 Freak to recover
- 1 Freak to lead out
- 1 Freak to recover
Failure - You allowed one of the Tank Freaks to be destroyed.
Success - You recovered all 3 of the Tank Freaks!
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Galaxy Archon (Boss, guarding Prototype Tank 1)
- Underboss (Boss, guarding Prototype Tank 2)
- Ascendant Archon (Boss, guarding Prototype Tank 3)
- Prototype Tank Freak 1 (Freakshow Tank Smasher) (Ally, Pet)
- Prototype Tank Freak 2 (Freakshow Tank Swiper) (Ally, Pet)
- Prototype Tank Freak 3 (Freakshow Shadow Tank Freak) (Ally, Pet)
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Editor's Note: Tank Freak 3 cons +1 or +2 levels to enemies around him. |
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Ambush! Upon rescuing Prototype Tank 2, there will be two ambushes by the Council. "They've activated the second tank freak! ATTACK!" |
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Ambush! Upon rescuing Prototype Tank 3, there will be two ambushes by the Council. "ATTACK!" |
Debriefing Mission Failure
I knew what occured as I watched the status lights. Now, do not worry. I assign you no particular blame. The odds were against you, and you were facing dangerous foes. However, that does not mean that I won't dock your pay. I had hoped to end our partnership on better terms, but it is not to be. I still wish you well, Character, and hope you find the destiny you seek.
Debriefing Mission Successful
I congratulate you on a job well done, Character! With all three of my new Tank Freaks, I will be ready to make a stunning presentation to my fellow Meat Doctors. And I have you to thank! Please, accept your rewards.
But alas, this must be my final payment to you. I'm afraid that I will soon be so busy with building more Tank Freaks out of my exuberant young allies that I won't have the time for the sort of field work you've helped me with so much. Let us part on this happy note, then. I wish you will in your future endeavors, and hope you find the destiny you seek.
