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=== New Contact(s) ===

* [[Inspirations]]

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=== {{UL|Souvenir}} ===

Then you had to empower them. You brought the Bands into contact with some [[Devouring Earth]] creatures to anchor them in this reality. Then you faced the [[Praetorians]] while wearing them, in order to give the Bands a taste of that which lies beyond this world. Lastly, you brought them to [[Sister Psyche]] to complete the ritual.

You had come to sympathize with Vanessa, but you knew she had to be stopped. You used the mental monocle to uncover her whereabouts, then went to her hideout and defeated her. Vanessa DeVore is currently serving time in the [[Ziggursky Prison]], under the watch of several talented telepaths. It is unknown whether her mental powers are strong enough to subvert their control.

=== {{UL|Find Ellie Weissman}} ===

 

=== {{UL|Ask Maria Jenkins about the secret library}} ===

According to this appointment calendar you found, Ellie met with a Percy Winkley right before she was kidnapped. Perhaps this Ms. Winkley can tell us more about the situation. Trouble is, the only address we have is 'secret library'. I think I know someone who may be able to clear up that mystery. Will you go ask [[Maria Jenkins]] about the secret library? She's been around the block a few times; she knows more than most people might guess.

=== {{UL|Question the carnies about the missing reporter}} ===

Thank heaven, you did it! You found out where the Carnival's keeping Ellie! Now you just have to go in there and get her out!

 

=== {{UL|Rescue Ellie}} ===

{{Mission Sidebar|Location=Kings Row}}

We've got all the information we need. It's time to stop pussyfooting around. I want you to get over to that [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] hideout and rescue Ellie. I'll be counting the minutes until you're back.

'Nobody takes the Tattler seriously, but sometimes we come up with some amazing stories. Like the Bands of Shu. Even the [[Midnight Squad]] didn't believe that they have the power to transport a human being to the psychic plane. But I did some checking, and it's all true! It's a complicated ritual, but I believe it can be done!'}}

 

* Twinkle Toes {{Named|Faction=Carnival of Shadows|Type=Ring Mistress}}

 

=== {{UL|Get the Bands of Shu from the Malta Group}} ===

You have my eternal gratitude for rescuing Ellie from the [[Carnival of Shadows]]. She's told me a lot about her investigation into the Bands of Shu, and, from what she says, there's a good chance the Bands could help us defeat the Carnival of Shadows. There's only one problem. The Bands are currently held by the [[Malta Operatives|Malta Group]]; they're among the many artifacts the group has locked up for study. I need you to go and get them.

The Malta Group wants to control anyone and anything with even the merest whiff of super powers. Don't underestimate them.

 

=== {{UL|Empower the Bands of Shu}} ===

I'm impressed. You managed to get the Bands of Shu away from those [[Malta Operatives|Malta]] goons. The trouble is, right now, they're useless. In order to take you to the psychic plane, the bands ave to be empowered. Ellie's researched the ritual involved, but it's going to be a toughie.

Good luck. This is a big task, but I think you're up to it.

Harvey Maylor:  The bands have been anchored in our reality.  Now you have to give them a taste of what's outside it.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=The [[Praetorians]] are an inexplicable lot to you.  Their embrace of tyranny is truly staggering.|Primary=Defeat all villains in area|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You have completed the second portion of the ritual.}}

* The Praetorians are Infernal's demons.

Now all you need is a powerful mind to wrap up the ritual. You know who's got the beefiest brain in town, don'tcha?

I knew you had it in you. You've empowered the bands of Shu. Now you can use them to take you to the Psychic plane and battle the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] there. Are you ready for that?

=== {{UL|Go to the psychic plane and learn whatever you can about the Carnival of Shadows}} ===

[[Sister Psyche]] explained to me; let's see if I've got it straight. [[Vanessa DeVore]] has been psychically dominating so many people for years, that her mind is spread out all across the psychic plane. In a way, you're going to be literally roaming around in her brain, batting her mental defenses. You're going to be a pioneer. Vanessa may be able to erect barriers to wall off some of her thoughts, but I need you to learn whatever you can about her and the [[Carnival of Shadows]].

Sister Psyche has set up what she calls a 'mental gateway' in a nearby office building. She says it's all about perception; all I know is, it'll get you where you're going.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You can't help doubting the effectiveness of Sister Psyche's mental gateway, but it seems to work like a charm.|Primary=Seek clues on psychic plane|Secondary=3 memories to uncover|Additional=|Completion=You have recovered some interesting memories from Vanessa DeVore's mind.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Books|Text=While adventuring on the psychic plane, you plucked the memory of these books from [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa DeVore's]] mind.  You were able to sense that they belonged to her when she was young, before she came into her awe-inspiring mental powers.  Several of the books are travel guides to Italy.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Pile of bones|Text=While adventuring on the psychic plane, you plucked the memory of this pile of bones from [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa DeVore's]] mind.  You were able to sense that the bones belong to someone named [[Giovanna Scaldi]], but you have no idea who she was.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Porcelain mask|Text=While adventuring on the psychic plane, you plucked the memory of this mask from [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa DeVore's]] mind.  The mask was of exquisite quality, far more delicate than those worn by the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival's]] rank and file.  You were able to sense that it was nearly four hundred years old.}}

'''Debriefing'''

Wow, it sounds like you learned a lot while you were adventuring on the psychic plane. I can't begin to understand the significance of all the memories you've uncovered. The one that really puzzles me is this [[Giovanna Scaldi]]. Who was she? Why are her bones rattling around inside Vanessa's head? I think she must be important to the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]], but it's impossible to say how. I think you're going to have to go back.

=== {{UL|Go back to the psychic plane}} ===

Your first journey on the psychic plane was fruitful. So fruitful that I'm sending you back. We need to know more about this [[Giovanna Scaldi]] you found traces of in [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa DeVore's]] memory. I couldn't find any mention of her in public records. I think there's only one way to find out who she really was.

[[Sister Psyche]] set up another mental gateway for you.  This one's in an old cave.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=As you enter the psychic plane, you feel a tingle on the back of your neck. Or rather, the psychic projection of the back of your neck.|Primary=Defeat all minions on plane|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You weren't able to learn anything from Vanessa's mind.}}

'''Notable NPCs'''

* Mistress of Memory {{Named|Faction=Carnival of Shadows|Type=Master Illusionist}}

'''Debriefing'''

You weren't able to learn anything on the psychic plane? It sounds like [[Vanessa DeVore]] found a way to shield her memories from you.  We'll have to see what can be done about that.

=== {{UL|Take the mental monocle to Sister Psyche}} ===

You remember that mental monocle Percy Winkley gave you, the one that helped you find my missing reporter, Ellie? Well, I hung onto it. I thought it might come in handy some day. Anyway, I just spoke with [[Sister Psyche]], and she thinks she can modify it for you. We know [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa DeVore's]] found some way to shield her memories from you. Perhaps with Sister Psyche's help, we can change that. Will you take the monocle to her?

'''Ambush'''

There is a Carnival ambush after you accept this mission.

{{Mission Clue|Name=Mental monocle|Text=This is the mental monocle that enabled you to read the thoughts of the carnies and locate the missing reporter, Ellie Weissman. Sister Psyche believes she can modify it, making it powerful enough to draw out the thoughts of [[Vanessa DeVore]].}}

{{Mission Briefing|Type=Briefing|Contact=Sister Psyche|Text=Is this the monocle? Ah, yes, how charming. It uses a lens of celestial quartz to allow you to see into the minds of those nearby. Weak, but serviceable. I believe I can boost the power.

There. Now the monocle should allow you to read minds much more effectively. When you think of a particular subject, you can cause those nearby to think of that subject as well. This should let you plumb Vanessa DeVore's mind for more on this strange [[Giovanna Scaldi]].}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Modified monocle|Text=Sister Psyche has modified this mental monocle. It is now strong enough to enable you to draw out the thoughts of Vanessa DeVore.}}

Great! Now that Sister Psyche's worked her special talents on that mental monocle, you can go back to the psychic plane. We should be able to learn a lot more about Giovanna Scaldi's connection to Vanessa DeVore.

 

=== {{UL|Go to the psychic plane and read Vanessa's thoughts}} ===

All right. [[Sister Psyche|Sister Psyche's]] done her thing, and that mental monocle is good to go. Once you get to the psychic plane, it should let you read [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa's]] thoughts. We need to find out more about this strange [[Giovanna Scaldi]] you found traces of within her memory. I really think she may be important.

All this psychic plane stuff is a bit confusing for a simple man like me.  I sure hope you're taking pictures.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You're becoming used to the tingling sensation that means you've entered Vanessa's psychic domain.|Primary=Investigate Vanessa's memories|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You uncovered Vanessa's memories of her younger days.}}

'''Notable NPCs'''

{{Mission Clue|Name=Vanessa's memory|Text=While journeying in the psychic plane, you found a memory of Vanessa's younger days. She told you:

'I had saved all year for my trip to Venice.  I thought it would be a wonderful experience: art, culture, the Tuscan sun!  I happened by a small antique shop, and that's where I found it. The mask.  I can't wait to put it on!'}}

'''Debriefing'''

I had no idea [[Sister Psyche]] could make that mental monocle so powerful!  You not only read Vanessa's mind, you actually summoned up an image of her younger self!  We have to know more!

=== {{UL|Go back to the psychic plane to learn more about Vanessa's past}} ===

We've learned a lot from your forays in the psychic plane. We've learned that, as recently as 1998, [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa]] was nothing more than a simple art student with barely enough cash to fun a trip to Venice. We've learned that the mask she wars is responsible for her rise to power, and we've also learned that this is somehow connected to the death of a woman named [[Giovanna Scaldi]]. It's a lot of information, but it still lacks cohesion. You've got to learn more.

While you're gone, I'm going to do some digging.  I've had no luck finding a local record of Giovanna Scaldi, but perhaps the Venetian authorities can be of help.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You were strangely affected by the vision of Vanessa's younger self you encountered on your last foray to the psychic plane.  In a way, you're hoping you see her again.|Primary=Investigate Vanessa's memories|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You uncovered Vanessa's memories of the mask that changed her forever.}}

'''Notable NPCs'''

{{Mission Clue|Name=Vanessa's memory|Text=While journeying in the psychic plane, you found a memory of Vanessa's younger days. She told you:

'I put the mask on once.  Only once. And when I did, her mind flooded into mine. [[Giovanna Scaldi|Giovanna's]]!  Her soul was stored within the mask, and her psychic powers nearly allowed her to obliterate me completely.  If I hadn't fainted, and dropped the mask from my face, that might have been the end of me!  I packed the mask away and returned to [[Paragon City]].  I haven't touched it since.}}

'''Debriefing'''

While you were gone, I got on the horn to a records keeper over in Venice.  It's true, [[Giovanna Scaldi]] was Venetian.  She died mysteriously in 1698, while awaiting execution for various crimes.  According to what you've recovered from Vanessa's memories, it sounds like she didn't die after all.  Somehow, she put her soul into that porcelain mask.  And when Vanessa put it on, three hundred years later, Giovanna nearly killed her.

There's still one thing I don't understand.  According to Vanessa's memory, she put the mask away and planned never to use it again. So what happened to change her mind?

'''Briefing'''

According to the memories you've uncovered, [[Vanessa DeVore]] never planned to be evil.  In fact, she sounds like a pleasant, innocent girl. What can I tell you, I'm a journalist. I have to see this story through to the end.  Will you go into the psychic plane once more?  There's more to learn here, we just have to figure out what!

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You've become sympathetic toward the young, hopeful Vanessa DeVore.  Just like Harvey Maylor, you have to know why she turned to evil.|Primary=Investigate Vanessa's memories|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You uncovered Vanessa's memories of her partnership with Giovanna Scaldi.}}

'''Notable NPCs'''

* Vanessa DeVore, 2002 (Hostage)

{{Mission Clue|Name=Vanessa's memory|Text=While journeying in the psychic plane, you found a memory of Vanessa's younger days.  She told you:

'I didn't plan to put the mask on again.  Not ever!  But then the [[Rikti]] came. I wanted to help fight them, and I knew that Giovanna had great psychic power.  

So I did it. I put the mask on. And I helped coordinate the soldiers in the battle against the Rikti.  Under my mental control, they were much more effective. I don't regret it, not one bit!  I helped save this planet!}}

'''Debriefing'''

So, Vanessa DeVore put the mask on because she believed that it would help her defeat the [[Rikti]].  And it did, but at a price.  She's unable to separate herself from the soul of [[Giovanna Scaldi]] who dwells within the mask.  If this doesn't rate a cover story, I don't know what does.

=== {{UL|Take the mental monocle back to Sister Psyche}} ===

Bear with me. I've got a theory. We know that [[Vanessa DeVore]] was just a humble art student, until she got mixed up with the mask containing the soul of [[Giovanna Scaldi]]. Well, what if we could defeat Giovanna herself, upon the psychic plane? Would Vanessa return to the way she used to be? It's a long shot, but I think it's worth trying. I'd like you to take that mental monocle back to [[Sister Psyche]]. Maybe she can figure out a way to make Giovanna appear.

Maybe I'm crazy to think that there's hope for Vanessa yet.  But it's the kind of crazy I want to be.

{{Mission Briefing|Type=Briefing|Contact=Sister Psyche|Text=Certainly, I can adjust the monocle, if that's what you like. But are you sure you wish to face Giovanna Scaldi on the psychic plane? I can assure you, she will be most vicious. The immortal often are.

Very well, if you are determined, I will do as you ask. The monocle will now allow you to summon forth the soul of Giovanna Scaldi. Go forth and battle her, but be prepared for the worst.}}  

{{Mission Clue|Name=Modified mental monocle|Text=Sister Psyche has altered your mental monocle once more. You can now use it to draw forth the psychic essence of Giovanna Scaldi.}}

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=You feel a hot puff of air on your face; you could almost swear it was the breath of an angry, malevolent goddess.|Primary=Defeat Giovanna & her defenses (although not stated, this mission is defeat all)|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You defeated Giovanna Scaldi!}}

* [[Giovanna Scaldi]] (Archvillain)

You did it! You did it! You defeated the soul of [[Giovanna Scaldi]]! I can hardly believe it's true. With Giovanna gone, I truly believe the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] will dissolve. There'll be nothing to make [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa]] be evil anymore, and she can go back to her own life! It's like a dream come true!

=== {{UL|Go to a carnie hideout and confirm that the Carnival is no more}} ===

You've defeated [[Giovanna Scaldi]], and with her, the evil seen that prompted the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival's]] creation. If my guess is correct, the Carnival is no more. I just need you to go to one of their warehouses and confirm that fact for me. Then we can start helping the displaced carnies put their lives back together. After years of being mentally dominated by Giovanna, they probably won't know where to start.

I'm going to speak to the City Council about a medal for you.  Really.  You deserve it.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=The moment you step through the door, you hear a high-pitched, hyena-like laugh. And you know that Harvey Maylor was wrong.|Primary=Stop all villains in warehouse|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You defeated the Carnival.}}

I guess I was wrong. Even with Giovanna defeated, the Carnival is still going strong. It makes me sad, to tell you the truth. After hearing your stories about the young [[Vanessa DeVore]], I really hoped we could save her. But I guess we've got one more villain to go after.

 

=== {{UL|Take the mental monocle back to the streets}} ===

[[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa's]] still out there somewhere, and we've got to take her down. I want you to take the mental monocle back to the streets. We need to learn Vanessa's location.

I really hoped we could save Vanessa DeVore.  I guess you'll have to defeat her instead.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=After romping around in Vanessa DeVore's mind, you feel as though you know her.  In some ways, you regret that you have to be the one to take her down.|Primary=Defeat Vanessa & her servants|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You defeated Vanessa DeVore!}}

'''Notable NPCs'''

* [[Vanessa DeVore]] (Archvillain)

Good work. I really thought that Vanessa could be saved. Based on what you gleaned from her memories, it seems that she really was a good person, once upon a time. She even gave up control of her mind to help fight the [[Rikti Invasion]]!

But I guess enough power can twist any heart, even one steeped in good intentions. With Vanessa in prison, perhaps we can put a stop to the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] for good.

=== {{UL|Rescue gallery patrons}} ===

I just heard that there's been an attack on the New Wave Art Gallery by the [[Carnival of Shadows]]. The gallery is premiering a new artist, Penelope Marx, so it's packed with people. I need you to get over there right away and stop the violence. If you can find out why the Carnival is interested in that gallery, that's be a big plus.

Penelope Marx just showed up on the art scene, but right now she's the hottest thing going.  People say she has some wealthy patron, but nobody knows who.

'''Enemies'''<br/>

You got another letter from [[Vanessa DeVore]]. She writes:

'I must thank you for your part in our little publicity stunt. As I predicted, the price for Marx's work has risen through the roof. <br />

It sounds like Vanessa DeVore is Penelope Marx's mysterious patron. I knew Vanessa had strong ideas about art, but I never thought she'd endanger people just for a publicity stunt!

There was a break in last night at the Paragon City Museum. Only one thing was taken: a priceless da Vinci codex.  The guards weren't harmed; they were found in their office, laughing it up while watching cilps from the elevator security tapes. Who do we know who has a sick sense of humor and a penchant for old Italian artists?  That's right, [[Vanessa DeVore]]. I'll bet you dollars to doughnuts she's got those paintings. Now someone has to get them back.

I have to admit, I've always been a da Vinci fan.  His journals are worth tens of millions these days; don't let this one slip away.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=A stunning blue and green Matisse hangs on the wall.  It looks as though this office has been fitted out as Vanessa DeVore's personal art gallery.|Primary=Defeat Ring Mistress & her crew|Secondary=Find the da Vinci codex|Additional=|Completion=You defeated the Carnival and recovered the da Vinci codex.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Da Vinci codex|Text=As you page through this ancient manuscript, you're charmed by da Vinci's eloquent illustrations. A drawing of a harlequin mask catches your eye.}}

'''Enemies'''<br/>

Well, let's have a look at that codex. What's the matter, surprised I speak Italian? Hey, I'm a Renaissance man.

Hmm, it looks like this passage describes a way to restore a soul from an inanimate object to its original body. Da Vinci was interested in just about everything, you know. I wonder whose soul the Carnival wants to restore? One of their victims? I've never known the carnies to show remorse for anything they've done.

I'm chasing down a story, and I could use your help. It seems that there's a new record company in town, Dominion Records, and it's grown to be a leader in the field overnight. Something about this doesn't seem right. I'd like you to sniff around their warehouse, see if you can find out if there's anything shady going on.

I've learned to smell corruption from a mile away.  Stick with me, kid, and you'll get a knack for it, too.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=These heavy bolts on the door tell you that Dominion Records values its privacy.|Primary=Defeat all villains in warehouse|Secondary=Seek clues|Additional=|Completion=You defeated the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] and found a valuable clue.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Dominion Records' business plan|Text=This business plan details [[Vanessa DeVore|Vanessa's]] efforts to firmly control the music industry, by influencing the tastes of everyone within reach of her psychic powers.  It is through these efforts that Dominion Records has grown so large in a short time.}}

'''Enemies'''<br/>

So, Vanessa DeVore was using her psychic powers to influence people's tastes? No wonder Dominion Records was so successful. I have to admit, it gives me chills. I never realized Vanessa could be so subtle.

The number of deaths by carnie have been increasing lately. I've had a few reporters scrounging for tips, and I think I've hit on something. It seems there's a [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] hideout over in [[Brickstown]] that's been a hotbed of activity over the last few days. It could be a clue to their next big plot. If you could check it out for me, I'd sure appreciate it.

I keep printing that [[Vanessa DeVore]] feeds on the souls of the Carnival's victims. Why doesn't anyone take me seriously?

{{Mission Clue|Name=Emerald necklace|Text=Each gem in this necklace seems to contain a human soul. They reach out to you, and it is all you can do not to slip the necklace around your throat.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Brass urn|Text=When you touch this urn, you can feel the presence of a soul named Ramiro Garza. It seems he was murdered at a ritzy party.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Statue of a horse|Text=From this elegant marble statue, you feel the presence of a school teacher name Jessilyn Drake. She was killed at a Carnival performance.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Jewelry case|Text=This mahogany case seems to contain the soul of a Realtor named Frederick Armstrong. He was killed when his office was invaded.}}

* Contessa of Clout (''Ring Mistress'', Boss)

'''Enemies'''<br/>

So, the Carnival was storing souls to deliver to Vanessa. Pretty scary. If Vanessa is trying to increase her power, it can only mean that the Carnival has big plans for the future. I'll get these artifacts over to [[MAGI]]; maybe they can figure out a way to release the souls trapped within them.

One of my sources just called in with a hot lead; several [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] minions were just seen dragging some large, heavy barrels into the sewers. The journalist in me likes the sound of that, but the humanitarian doesn't. I need you to get to the sewers and find out what the Carnival is up to. You only have 1 hour to deal with the Carnival plot.

Take this camera.  You never know when you'll need one.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=A liveral dose of air freshener does nothing to mitigate the sewer's stink.|Primary=Defeat all carnies in sewer - 60:00|Secondary=4 barrels to find|Additional=|Completion=You have foiled the Carnival's plan to drug the city.}}

{{Mission Clue|Name=Carnival drugs|Text=The Carnival planned to introduce this vast assortment of designer drugs to the city's water supply. It is unlikely that amount of drugs would have sent many Paragon citizens on a week-long bender. It might have even sent some of them to the hospital.}}

It is a good thing you were there to stop them! It's hard to say what effect those Carnival drugs would have had on people. We might have just gone a little crazy and started living it up Carnival-style. But there's a good chance that some people would have had bad reactions; after all, those designer drugs are dangerous stuff.

I've been hearing some strange rumors about the [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] mucking about in the old Shady Pines graveyard. I don't know how much can be credence we should give them; after all, people tend to see strange things when they get too close to Shady Pines.  But I'd like you to check the situation out.

Shady Pines hasn't been in active use for years, and everything's gone a little to seed.  But there's still a Light Rail stop nearby.  I'm calling for an emergency force field to keep the carnies from spreading chaos elsewhere.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=More than one person has told you that Shady Pines is an eerie place. You've never understood what all the fuss was about.|Primary=Rescue Carnival's victims|Secondary=3 ghosts to save|Additional=|Completion=You prevented the Carnival of Shadows from commanding the spirits of the dead.}}

'''Enemies'''<br/>

{{Enemy Carnival of Shadows}}

So, the Carnival was trying to control the spirits of the people buried in that graveyard?  Pretty eerie.  I wonder what would have happened if they had succeeded; from what we've seen of the [[Circle of Thorns|Circle]] and the [[Tsoo]], ghosts can be pretty powerful sometimes.

There's no time to waste on this one. Mark Grier, the well-known philanthropist, has been abducted from his home in [[Founders' Falls]]. Nobody on his staff could remember anything about the kidnapping, which leads me to believe that the culprits are none other than our old friends, the [[Carnival of Shadows]]. I need you to rescue Mark Grier from the Carnival. You only have 90 minutes to rescue him.

Grier made his fortune in the dot-com boom, then retired.  Since the [[Rikti War]], he's been incredibly generous with that fortune; several grammar schools and hospitals are still standing thanks to his donations.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=A giggle echoes from the darkness.|Primary=Save Mark Grier from Carnival - 1:30:00|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=You saved Mark Grier from the Carnival of Shadows.}}

'''Enemies'''<br/>

I just got word from the Grier household. You're not going to believe this, but Mark Grier just died! He made out a new will, leaving all his money to [[Vanessa DeVore]]. Then, without a word, he simply expired. I have a theory. Remember how the Soulless Strongmen don't seem to be alive, though they can move and fight just like the carnies? I think that's what happened to Mark Grier. I think the Carnival sucked out his soul, then continued to animate his body long enough to make him sign over his fortune.

I just got word of something very strange happening over in the Madison Place neighborhood. The [[Carnival of Shadows|Carnival]] is there in force, and they're terrorizing the citizens. I need you to stop that madness right away. If you can get some good quotes, well, that's just gravy.

Just hop on the Light Rail and get over there.  As always, I'll be putting your exploits on page one, above the fold.  We've got to get word out about the Carnival.

{{Mission Objective|Entrance=A voice yells, 'Hey, that's a point deduction!  No pinching allowed!|Primary=Save citizens from Carnival|Secondary=6 citizens to save|Additional=|Completion=You rescued the citizens from the Carnival of Shadows.}}

'''Dialog overheard during mission'''

Harlequin Juggler: "How many points for frightening that old guy?"<br/>

Harlequin Fencer: "Well, you nearly triggered a stroke. So, fifty."

You've made an old newsman speechless. The Carnival was violating those people's minds as part of a contest? Some sort of weird scavenger hunt for emotions? I'm going to call in some favors and get some crisis counselors down to that neighborhood. I've never been more determined to see the Carnival go up in flames.

There's a situation going on over in the Kaufman Heights office park. It's [[Marauder|Marauder's]] [[Praetorians]], fighting the [[Carnival of Shadows|carnies]]! The whole scene is a mad house, and innocent people are in danger. You've got to get over there and stop that battle! You only have 75 minutes to deal with the situation.

I don't know what triggered this little feud, but we can't let innocent civilians pay the price! We've got an emergency force field in place to contain the battle. All you need to do is take the Light Rail over to Kaufman Heights and mop it up.

'''Enemies'''<br/>

It sounds as though the Carnival exists on Praetorian Earth as well, but there, the carnies are the good guys. It's hard to believe, but it makes you wonder what Vanessa DeVore could have done with her gifts, if she'd chosen to use them for good. She's a powerful woman. I'm sure she could have helped millions.

Boy, am I glad you're available. Something terrible has happened! Several members of the [[Midnight Squad]] have been kidnapped by the [[Carnival of Shadows]]! My sources have a good lead on the kidnappers' whereabouts. Now I just need you to go in there and rescue those researchers. You only have 75 minutes to deal with the situation.

The Midnight Squad has had trouble with the Carnival before. I'd move quickly if I were you.

'''Enemies'''<br/>

You saved more lives that you know. If the Carnival had got their claws into the souls of those Midnight Squad members, they'd have access to all sorts of dangerous information.

"Don't you think it's time we met again, my dear? If you would like to see me, you have only to bring the enclosed amulet to the adress below. When the amulet glows warmly in your hand, you will know that you have found me."

I don't know if we can trust Vanessa, but are you willing to check this out? It could be that we'll learn something valuable.

Be on your guard. I wouldn't trust Vanessa any farther than I can throw her. And you know I've got a bad back.

''Here's the amulet. Kind of pretty, until you get a close look.''

{{Mission Clue|Name=Glowing amulet|Text=When you defeated Mistress Josephine, the amulet Vanessa sent you started to glow. When you hold it before you, the face on the cameo whispers: 'Josephine'.}}

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'''Debriefing'''

You got another note from Vanessa. It says:

'Thank you for exposing the traitor within my midst. I had sensed that one of my inner circle had found a way to hide her thoughts, but I could not uncover her identity. And so I enlisted your help. The amulet had to be carried by someone pure of heart, you see. Kisses,

V.'

I'm sorry. At least Mistress Josephine is safe in custody, not at Vanessa's mercy. There was simply no way you could have known.

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