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{{otheruses4|1=the signature character|2=the developer Sean "Manticore" Fish|3=Manticore (Developer)}} | {{otheruses4|1=the signature character|2=the developer Sean "Manticore" Fish|3=Manticore (Developer)}} | ||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
| + | [[File:Manticore-banner.jpg|left|350px]] | ||
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{{Infobox Contact | {{Infobox Contact | ||
|name=Manticore | |name=Manticore | ||
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|badges=[[File:Badge task force 05.png|30px]] [[Manticore's Associate Badge|Manticore's Associate]] | |badges=[[File:Badge task force 05.png|30px]] [[Manticore's Associate Badge|Manticore's Associate]] | ||
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| − | + | '''Manticore''' is a Hero, a [[Task Force]] organizer in Brickstown, and a member of the [[Surviving Eight]] and the [[Freedom Phalanx]]. | |
| − | '''Manticore''' is a Hero, a [[Task Force]] organizer in Brickstown, and a member of the [[Freedom Phalanx]]. | + | |
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* in [[Recluse's Victory]] as a Neutral [[Signature Heroes|signature hero]] | * in [[Recluse's Victory]] as a Neutral [[Signature Heroes|signature hero]] | ||
| − | * on the [[The Dark Watcher#Investigate Nemesis Base|Investigate Nemesis Base]] mission from [[The Dark Watcher]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) ''(Not the true Manticore, but a perfect copy of him)'' | + | * on the [[The Dark Watcher (Primal Earth)#Investigate Nemesis Base|Investigate Nemesis Base]] mission from [[The Dark Watcher (Primal Earth)|The Dark Watcher]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) ''(Not the true Manticore, but a perfect copy of him)'' |
* on the mission [[Mender Silos Task Force#Investigate this 'Man of Conflict'|Investigate this 'Man of Conflict']] during the [[Mender Silos Task Force]] as a Boss and an Ally (Levels 46-50) | * on the mission [[Mender Silos Task Force#Investigate this 'Man of Conflict'|Investigate this 'Man of Conflict']] during the [[Mender Silos Task Force]] as a Boss and an Ally (Levels 46-50) | ||
* on the mission [[Mender Silos Task Force#Fight against Arachnos in Striga|Fight against Arachnos in Striga]] during the [[Mender Silos Task Force]] as a Boss and an Ally (Levels 46-50) | * on the mission [[Mender Silos Task Force#Fight against Arachnos in Striga|Fight against Arachnos in Striga]] during the [[Mender Silos Task Force]] as a Boss and an Ally (Levels 46-50) | ||
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* in [[Recluse's Victory]] as a [[Signature Heroes|signature hero]] and an Enemy. | * in [[Recluse's Victory]] as a [[Signature Heroes|signature hero]] and an Enemy. | ||
* on the mission [[Westin Phipps#Capture Gally Ido and discover her benefactor|Capture Gally Ido and discover her benefactor]] from [[Westin Phipps]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) | * on the mission [[Westin Phipps#Capture Gally Ido and discover her benefactor|Capture Gally Ido and discover her benefactor]] from [[Westin Phipps]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) | ||
| − | * on the [[The Dark Watcher#Investigate Nemesis Base|Investigate Nemesis Base]] mission from [[The Dark Watcher]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) ''(Not the true Manticore, but a perfect copy of him)'' | + | * on the [[The Dark Watcher (Primal Earth)#Investigate Nemesis Base|Investigate Nemesis Base]] mission from [[The Dark Watcher (Primal Earth)|The Dark Watcher]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) ''(Not the true Manticore, but a perfect copy of him)'' |
* on the [[Lord Recluse Strike Force#Destroy Statesman and Freedom Phalanx|Destroy Statesman and Freedom Phalanx]] mission during the [[Lord Recluse Strike Force]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Level 45-50) | * on the [[Lord Recluse Strike Force#Destroy Statesman and Freedom Phalanx|Destroy Statesman and Freedom Phalanx]] mission during the [[Lord Recluse Strike Force]] as a Hero and an Enemy (Level 45-50) | ||
* on the [[Mender Silos Strike Force#Agree to form a Strike Force|Agree to form a Strike Force]] mission during the [[Mender Silos Strike Force]], as a Hero and an Ally (Levels 46-50) | * on the [[Mender Silos Strike Force#Agree to form a Strike Force|Agree to form a Strike Force]] mission during the [[Mender Silos Strike Force]], as a Hero and an Ally (Levels 46-50) | ||
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== Background == | == Background == | ||
| − | + | {{Infobox NPC | |
| + | | box_color = #800000 | ||
| + | | name = Manticore | ||
| + | | image = [[File:358px-Manticore.png|180px]] | ||
| + | | caption = Playboy by day, archer by night | ||
| + | | sd = Justin Sinclair | ||
| + | | gender = Male | ||
| + | | archetype = [[Defender]] | ||
| + | | affiliation= [[Freedom Phalanx]]<br />[[Wyvern]] | ||
| + | | age = Unknown | ||
| + | | romantic = [[Sister Psyche|Shalice Tilman]] (wife) | ||
| + | | family = Father (deceased)<br />Mother (deceased}<br />Virginia Bowman (nanny) | ||
| + | | pp = [[Trick Arrow]] | ||
| + | | sp = [[Archery]] | ||
| + | | loc = [[Brickstown]] | ||
| + | }} | ||
=== Description === | === Description === | ||
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Manticore's sidekick is [[Swan]] although she has become a full-fledged hero in her own right as a member of the [[Vindicators]]. She is helping him battle the [[5th Column]] in the search for her parents. | Manticore's sidekick is [[Swan]] although she has become a full-fledged hero in her own right as a member of the [[Vindicators]]. She is helping him battle the [[5th Column]] in the search for her parents. | ||
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=== Character Stats === | === Character Stats === | ||
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'''Other Powers:''' Maneuvers, Stealth<br /> | '''Other Powers:''' Maneuvers, Stealth<br /> | ||
'''Signature Powers:''' Teleport Arrow | '''Signature Powers:''' Teleport Arrow | ||
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| + | Manticore's signature power, ''Teleport Arrow'', does not require a line of sight to attack, and is auto-hit. | ||
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| + | === See Also === | ||
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| + | * Manticore's [[Freedom Phalanx#Manticore|Freedom Phalanx]] profile for a list of his powers | ||
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== Task Force == | == Task Force == | ||
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on [[Valentine's Day Event 2008|Valentines Day 2008]], the pair were wed in Ouroboros. After the vows, [[Lord Recluse]] and his minions arrived and the villains attempted to crash the wedding, but failed. | on [[Valentine's Day Event 2008|Valentines Day 2008]], the pair were wed in Ouroboros. After the vows, [[Lord Recluse]] and his minions arrived and the villains attempted to crash the wedding, but failed. | ||
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| + | {{BadgeBox|Dead-eye}} | ||
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| + | == Notes == | ||
* Manticore's [[Praetoria|Praetorian Earth]] counterpart is [[Chimera]]. | * Manticore's [[Praetoria|Praetorian Earth]] counterpart is [[Chimera]]. | ||
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* Previously, the backstory of Manticore said that a villain named [[Historical Heroes and Villains#Doppleganger|Doppleganger]] killed his parents rather than [[Protean]]. Manticore was unaware of this until he turned 18 when his nanny revealed his heritage to him. Manticore also used to be classified as a blaster rather than a defender. | * Previously, the backstory of Manticore said that a villain named [[Historical Heroes and Villains#Doppleganger|Doppleganger]] killed his parents rather than [[Protean]]. Manticore was unaware of this until he turned 18 when his nanny revealed his heritage to him. Manticore also used to be classified as a blaster rather than a defender. | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:21, 12 April 2020
- This article is about the signature character. For the developer Sean "Manticore" Fish, see Manticore (Developer).
Overview
| Manticore | |
|---|---|
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| Zone | Brickstown |
| Coordinates | (1084, 16.0, -1230) |
| Level Range | 30-35 |
| Introduced By | None |
| Introduces | None |
| Enemy Groups |
 Crey |
| Badges |
 Manticore's Associate |
Manticore is a Hero, a Task Force organizer in Brickstown, and a member of the Surviving Eight and the Freedom Phalanx.
Heroes find him:
- in Recluse's Victory as a Neutral signature hero
- on the Investigate Nemesis Base mission from The Dark Watcher as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) (Not the true Manticore, but a perfect copy of him)
- on the mission Investigate this 'Man of Conflict' during the Mender Silos Task Force as a Boss and an Ally (Levels 46-50)
- on the mission Fight against Arachnos in Striga during the Mender Silos Task Force as a Boss and an Ally (Levels 46-50)
- on the mission Meet up with Vindicators during the Mender Silos Task Force as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 46-50)
- on the Agree to Mender Silos' mission during the Mender Silos Task Force as an Ally (Levels 46-50).
Villains find him:
- in Recluse's Victory as a signature hero and an Enemy.
- on the mission Capture Gally Ido and discover her benefactor from Westin Phipps as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45)
- on the Investigate Nemesis Base mission from The Dark Watcher as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 40-45) (Not the true Manticore, but a perfect copy of him)
- on the Destroy Statesman and Freedom Phalanx mission during the Lord Recluse Strike Force as a Hero and an Enemy (Level 45-50)
- on the Agree to form a Strike Force mission during the Mender Silos Strike Force, as a Hero and an Ally (Levels 46-50)
- on the Determine the true depths of Manticore's evil ways. mission during the Mender Silos Strike Force, as a Hero and an Ally (Levels 46-50)
- on the mission Assault Siren's Call during the Mender Silos Task Force as a Hero and an Enemy (Levels 46-50).
Contents
Background
| Manticore | |
|---|---|
 Playboy by day, archer by night | |
| Details | |
| Real Name | Justin Sinclair |
| Gender | Male |
| Archetype | Defender |
| Affiliation |
Freedom Phalanx Wyvern |
| Age | Unknown |
| Romantic Associations | Shalice Tilman (wife) |
| Known Family |
Father (deceased) Mother (deceased} Virginia Bowman (nanny) |
| Primary Powers | Trick Arrow |
| Secondary Powers | Archery |
| Zone Locations | Brickstown |
Description
Justin Sinclair was raised in a huge mansion in the outskirts of Paragon City by his English nanny, Virginia Bowman. The sole beneficiary of a huge trust fund, Manticore received training in all manner of mental and physical pursuits, but excelled in archery. When he turned 18, Miss Bowman revealed to him his true heritage. Manticore's father had once been a costumed vigilante in England, until he and his wife died at the hands of a German villain called Protean. Deeply affected by the story, Manticore took up his father's mantle and vowed to bring the 5th Column down.
History
Manticore's parents were murdered by the arch-villain, Protean right in front of Justin when he was a boy. Justin's father was the original Manticore super hero and Protean was exacting revenge on him for interference with his plans. While growing up, Justin was angry at the world, often getting into trouble. Eventually, Michael White, aka Back Alley Brawler was called in to help shape up Justin and helped train him to be a super hero. Michael White was the only person that Justin respected and that respect came from the fact that Michael had killed Protean.
Manticore is a billionaire, the sole beneficiary of a huge trust fund. He has received training in all manner of mental and physical pursuits, but excelled at archery. At some point, he took up his father's title of the Manticore super hero. He is currently a member of the Freedom Phalanx and the secret founder and funder of Wyvern.
Manticore is one of the Surviving Eight, dedicated to helping Paragon City rebuild after the Rikti War.
Manticore's sidekick is Swan although she has become a full-fledged hero in her own right as a member of the Vindicators. She is helping him battle the 5th Column in the search for her parents.
Character Stats
Secret Identity: Justin Sinclair
Origin: Natural
Archetype: Defender
Primary Powers: Trick Arrow
Secondary Powers: Archery
Other Powers: Maneuvers, Stealth
Signature Powers: Teleport Arrow
Manticore's signature power, Teleport Arrow, does not require a line of sight to attack, and is auto-hit.
See Also
- Manticore's Freedom Phalanx profile for a list of his powers
Task Force
Publications
Comic Book
Manticore first appeared in Top Cow's City of Heroes #1. He has been featured prominently since Top Cow took over the comic. Manticore has a natural origin, but it is revealed in the comic that he gained the teleport arrow ability from Prometheus.
Novels
The Freedom Phalanx
Manticore appears in The Freedom Phalanx by Robin Laws.
Engagement and Wedding
In Issue 20 of the Top Cow imprint of the City of Heroes comic book, Manticore proposed to Sister Psyche, and on Valentines Day 2008, the pair were wed in Ouroboros. After the vows, Lord Recluse and his minions arrived and the villains attempted to crash the wedding, but failed.
Badges
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Dead-eye You have helped defeat Manticore in Recluse's Victory. |
Notes
- Manticore's Praetorian Earth counterpart is Chimera.
- Manticore teleports by tapping into Paragon City's emergency medical teleportation grid.
- Manticore was created by Sean Michael Fish who also uses the Manticore name on the official forums.
- Previously, the backstory of Manticore said that a villain named Doppleganger killed his parents rather than Protean. Manticore was unaware of this until he turned 18 when his nanny revealed his heritage to him. Manticore also used to be classified as a blaster rather than a defender.
