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Flawed Clone powers need to be added, mission links need to be fixed, some dialog options are missing, and shadow simalcrum section needs work. This could also use a picture of the cloning lab, but that's optional.

Overview

There are a number of Doppelgangers or duplicates of themselves that a hero or villain may encounter in Paragon City or the Rogue Isles. Any individual encountering their Doppelganger will find themselves face to face with their own mirror image. This double will look and sound the same and will possess the same powers, but will have a mind entirely their own. The Doppelganger may be working toward the same end as their counterpart or may be pursuing an entirely different goal. Certain Doppelgangers may be clones or beings from alternate dimensions, but each considers itself to be the original and will view any other version as just another copy.

Spoiler warning: Plot and/or ending details follow.

The villain Protean, in connection with Praetoria, appears to be behind the cloned doppelgangers. He is heavily involved with the 5th Column and cloning labs. Furthermore, although at the end of both story arcs involving the doppelgangers they may appear to have been destroyed, a random NPC dialog would seem to indicate that at least one clone from Leonard's arc survived. Whether this is meant to refer to the dying clone if you leave it, or another clone entirely, is a matter of speculation.

NPC Passerby

Spoilers end here.

Appearance and Powers

A Doppelganger will spawn in the costume your character is wearing at the time it spawns, but it will not change costumes afterwards. Certain clones may have color variations, but will be wearing the same costume items. All clones' powers will have the default colors.

Doppelgangers share your power pools, but may exhibit specific powers you have not selected, especially if they are "flawed clones". They do not appear to have access to any Veteran Reward powers that you may own. Power sets appear to be derived from Mission Architect's Custom Critters - a melee power set lacking a range attack such as Martial Arts will have access to a heavy hitting ranged shuriken attack not normally seen in the power set.

If you are part of a supergroup, some clones will have your supergroup's name as their enemy faction. Otherwise, they will be part of the "Doppelgangers" faction.

NPC Types

Clones

From barely more than the goo scraped from the bottom of the cloning vat, to a version so flawless it could pass for you in your own mirror, clones are the result of what some call "forbidden" science.

Flawed Clones

Clones Gone Horribly Wrong

These clones use the same models as the Banished Pantheon husks and chambers, and are even labeled as part of the Banished Pantheon villain group. They can be found in Test out your clones from Leonard.

They include such specimens as:

Rancid Clone
Undeveloped Clone
Clone Gone Horribly Wrong
Destroyed Clone
Disgusting Clone
Putrid Clone
Walking Corpse
Horrific Clone

Description

This...isn't exactly a clone of yourself.

Levels

20-29

Powers

Banished Pantheon Zombie powers here

Flawed Clone

Encountered in Defeat Ajax from Dean MacArthur. If you are a member of a supergroup, this clone will have your supergroup labeled as its villain group. While this clone actually looks like you, there is still something not quite right. Perhaps with some better technology it could be improved?

Description

This clone is almost your exact replica, but it seems like something isn't quite right with it.

Levels

20-29

Powers

This clone spawns with a seemingly random set of powers. See this thread on the official forums for examples.

Perfected Clones

Perfected clones not only walk like you, talk like you, but they shoot flame/blast energy/pound things with their fists like you! If you are part of one, these clones will have your supergroup name as their enemy group.

Working Clones

These clones are encountered in Special Agent Jenni Adair's final mission. You can see them in a cutscene and in the final room, where they will have been defeated.

Test Clones

These clones have been created in your own personal cloning lab. You must face them in the first mission from Leonard, to ensure that the cloning process works correctly. Although they are stated to be "perfected," they may still have a few minor variations in power selection. They include:

Angry Clone (I will...tear...you...APART!!)
Serene Clone (I will show you what I am made of, Character.)
Rude Clone (You're just an old relic, Character! I'll show you who the REAL deal is!)
Profane Clone (#*!&)
Self-Absorbed Clone (There's no way that I could look like such a wretch, you've gotten me all wrong!)
Shy Clone (....)
Insane Clone (Hehe...ho...hoho...HAHAHAHA!)
Perfected Clone (You can't hope to defeat me, Character!)

Description

This is one of your perfected clones.

Levels

20-29

Powers

These clones have a selection of powers from your power sets. This includes powers that are too high level for you to have.

Badge

The Army of Me Badge is awarded upon defeating these clones when set to fighting eight test clones at once.

Army of Me

You don't understand the math behind it, but you're pretty sure you're equal to or greater than eight of yourself.

Dying/Recovered Clone

This clone can be encountered while running out of your cloning facility before it blows up, and in the next mission - if you choose to save it.

Dying Clone:

This clone of yours will die here in this lab unless you choose to do something!

Recovered Clone:

The clone that you saved seems to have some unfinished business!

This is the description if you rob the bank. If there is a different description when you do NOT rob the bank, please add it.

Levels

Powers

This clone has a selection of powers from your power sets.

Alternates

Mirror Self

In Field Agent Keith Nance and Special Agent Jenni Adair's arcs you will encounter a duplicate of yourself. This duplicate claims to come from another dimension. Its appearance will be the same as yours in every way.

Description 1

You see before you a strange doppelganger of yourself!

Description 2

This person seems to match you in every way, shape, and form.

Levels

Powers

This clone has a selection of powers from your power sets.

Your Evil Mirror

Encountered in Field Agent Keith Nance's arc, this clone is an evil version of you. It will spawn wearing your current costume, with the primary and secondary color choices switched. It is a good enough clone that it is able to fool many of your fellow heroes and a government agency into believing that it is you.

Description 1

It's...you! But...not you. Sort of. Whoever this person is, they must be the one responsible for ruining your name!

Description 2

This person appears to be your identical twin, however you can clearly see that they are your evil opposite!

Levels

Powers

This doppelganger has a selection of powers from your power sets.

Other Types

Nemesis Automaton

In the Hero acceptance version of Mission:Tip - Miss Thystle's Plea you encounter a Nemesis Automaton version of yourself. It is named Doppelganger and its villain group will be the name of your supergroup if you have one, UNKNOWN if you do not.

Description

This Nemesis automaton has similar powers to your own and looks just like you!

Doppelganger dialogue

Shadow Simulacrum

Summoned by powerful magic, these enemies look like you, but serve the will of their creator!

More info needed - apparently these appear in the new version of Positron's task force, and perhaps in Mr. G (Primal Earth)'s arc.

Difference between revisions of "Doppelgangers"

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Contents

Overview

Appearance and Powers

NPC Types

Clones

Flawed Clones

Clones Gone Horribly Wrong

Flawed Clone

Perfected Clones

Working Clones

Test Clones

Badge

Dying/Recovered Clone

Alternates

Mirror Self

Your Evil Mirror

Other Types

Nemesis Automaton

Shadow Simulacrum

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+{{incomplete|note=Flawed Clone powers need to be added, mission links need to be fixed, some dialog options are missing, and shadow simalcrum section needs work. This could also use a picture of the cloning lab, but that's optional.}}
-==Overview==
+== Overview ==
-Not much detail exists concerning '''{{PAGENAME}}'''.  Any individual encountering their Doppleganger will find themselves face to face with their own mirror image.  This double will look and sound the same and will possess the same powers, but will have a mind entirely their own.  The Doppleganger may be working toward the same end as their counterpart or may be pursuing an entirely different goal.  It is not certain whether Dopplegangers are clones or beings from alternate dimensions, but each considers itself to be the original and will view any other version as just another copy.
+There are a number of '''Doppelgangers''' or duplicates of themselves that a hero or villain may encounter in Paragon City or the Rogue Isles.  Any individual encountering their Doppelganger will find themselves face to face with their own mirror image.  This double will look and sound the same and will possess the same powers, but will have a mind entirely their own.  The Doppelganger may be working toward the same end as their counterpart or may be pursuing an entirely different goal.  Certain Doppelgangers may be clones or beings from alternate dimensions, but each considers itself to be the original and will view any other version as just another copy.
 {{Spoiler}}
-The villain [[Protean]], in connection with [[Praetoria]], appears to be behind the doppelgangers. Furthermore, although at the end of both story arcs involving the doppelgangers they all appear to have been destroyed, a random NPC dialog would seem to indicate that at least one clone from [[Leonard Silmon]]'s arc survived.
+The villain [[Protean]], in connection with [[Praetoria]], appears to be behind the cloned doppelgangers. He is heavily involved with the 5th Column and cloning labs. Furthermore, although at the end of both story arcs involving the doppelgangers they may appear to have been destroyed, a random NPC dialog would seem to indicate that at least one clone from [[Leonard]]'s arc survived. Whether this is meant to refer to the [[Doppelgangers#Dying/Recovered Clone|dying clone]] if you leave it, or another clone entirely, is a matter of speculation.
-== Differences ==
+{{NPC Text|title=NPC Passerby|text=I saw this weird thing walking around, it looked like {{Character}}, but it was burnt to a crisp!}}
-A Doppleganger will spawn in the costume your character is wearing at the time it spawns, but it will not change costumes afterwards.  Dopplegangers share your power pools, but may exhibit specific powers you have not selected, especially if they are "flawed clones".
+{{endspoiler}}
-== Villain Types ==
+== Appearance and Powers ==
+A Doppelganger will spawn in the costume your character is wearing at the time it spawns, but it will not change costumes afterwards.  Certain clones may have color variations, but will be wearing the same costume items. All clones' powers will have the default colors.
+Doppelgangers share your power pools, but may exhibit specific powers you have not selected, especially if they are "flawed clones". They do not appear to have access to any [[Veteran Reward]] powers that you may own.  Power sets appear to be derived from [[Mission Architect]]'s [[Custom Critter]]s - a melee power set lacking a range attack such as [[Martial Arts]] will have access to a heavy hitting ranged shuriken attack not normally seen in the power set.
+If you are part of a [[supergroup]], some clones will have your supergroup's name as their enemy faction. Otherwise, they will be part of the "Doppelgangers" faction.
+== NPC Types ==
 === Clones ===
-From barely more than the goo scraped from the bottom of the cloning vat, to a version so flawless it could pass for you inyour own mirror, clones are the result of what some call "forbidden" science.
+From barely more than the goo scraped from the bottom of the cloning vat, to a version so flawless it could pass for you in your own mirror, clones are the result of what some call "forbidden" science.
 ==== Flawed Clones ====
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 ===== Clones Gone Horribly Wrong =====
-These clones use the same models as the [[Banished Pantheon]] zombies, and are even labeled as part of the Banished Pantheon villain group.  They can be found in the {{red|first mission}} from [[Leonard Silmon]]. They include such specimens as: Rancid Clone, Undeveloped Clone, Clone Gone Horribly Wrong, Destroyed Clone, Disgusting Clone, Putrid Clone, Walking Corpse, and Horrific Clone.
+These clones use the same models as the [[Banished Pantheon]] husks and chambers, and are even labeled as part of the Banished Pantheon villain group.  They can be found in [[Leonard#Test out your clones|Test out your clones]] from [[Leonard]].
-''Description''
+They include such specimens as:
+'''Rancid Clone'''<br />
+'''Undeveloped Clone'''<br />
+'''Clone Gone Horribly Wrong'''<br />
+'''Destroyed Clone'''<br />
+'''Disgusting Clone'''<br />
+'''Putrid Clone'''<br />
+'''Walking Corpse'''<br />
+'''Horrific Clone'''
+''{{UL|Description}}''
 This...isn't exactly a clone of yourself.
-''Levels''
+''{{UL|Levels}}''
--29 {{orange|So far...}}
+-29
-''Powers''
+''{{UL|Powers}}''
-{{orange|Banished Pantheon Zombie powers here}}
+'''{{orange|Banished Pantheon Zombie powers here}}'''
 ===== Flawed Clone =====
-Encountered in [[Dean MacArthur]]'s last  mission. While this clone actually looks like you, there is still something not quite right. Perhaps with some better technology it could be improved?
+Encountered in [[Dean MacArthur#Defeat Ajax|Defeat Ajax]] from [[Dean MacArthur]]. If you are a member of a supergroup, this clone will have your supergroup labeled as its villain group. While this clone actually looks like you, there is still something not quite right. Perhaps with some better technology it could be improved?
-''Description''
+''{{UL|Description}}''
 This clone is almost your exact replica, but it seems like something isn't quite right with it.
-''Levels''
+''{{UL|Levels}}''
--29 {{orange|So far...}}
+-29
-''Powers''
+''{{UL|Powers}}''
-This clone spawns with a seemingly random set of powers. See [http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=219883 this thread] on the official forums for examples.
+This clone spawns with a seemingly random set of powers. See [http://web.archive.org/web/20120904174740/http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=219883 this thread] on the official forums for examples.
 ==== Perfected Clones ====
-Perfected clones not only walk like you, talk like you, but they shoot flame/blast energy/pound things with their fists like you! These clones will have your supergroup name as their enemy group.  {{orange|Please add what happens if you are not part of a supergroup}}
+Perfected clones not only walk like you, talk like you, but they shoot flame/blast energy/pound things with their fists like you! If you are part of one, these clones will have your supergroup name as their enemy group.
 ===== Working Clones =====
-These clones are encountered in [[Special Agent Jenni Adair]]'s final mission. You can see them in a cutscene and in the final room, where they will have been defeated.
+These clones are encountered in [[Special Agent Jenni Adair]]'s {{red|final mission}}. You can see them in a cutscene and in the final room, where they will have been defeated.
 ===== Test Clones =====
-These clones have been created in your own personal cloning lab. You must face them yourself, to ensure that they process went correctly. They include: Angry, Serene, Rude, Profane, Self-Absorbed, Shy, Insane, and Perfected Clone.
+These clones have been created in your own personal cloning lab. You must face them in the {{red|first mission}} from [[Leonard]], to ensure that the cloning process works correctly. Although they are stated to be "perfected," they may still have a few minor variations in power selection. They include:
-''Description''
+'''Angry Clone''' ''(I will...tear...you...APART!!)''<br />
+'''Serene Clone''' ''(I will show you what I am made of, Character.)''<br />
+'''Rude Clone''' ''(You're just an old relic, Character! I'll show you who the REAL deal is!)''<br />
+'''Profane Clone''' ''(#*!&)''<br />
+'''Self-Absorbed Clone''' ''(There's no way that I could look like such a wretch, you've gotten me all wrong!)''<br />
+'''Shy Clone''' ''(....)''<br />
+'''Insane Clone''' ''(Hehe...ho...hoho...HAHAHAHA!)''<br />
+'''Perfected Clone''' ''(You can't hope to defeat me, {{Character}}!)''
+''{{UL|Description}}''
 This is one of your perfected clones.
-''Levels''
+''{{UL|Levels}}''
--29 {{orange|So far...}}
+-29
-''Powers''
+''{{UL|Powers}}''
-These clones have a selection of powers from your [[powerset]]s.
+These clones have a selection of powers from your [[Power Set|power sets]].  This includes powers that are too high level for you to have.
-===== Your Evil Mirror =====
+======Badge======
-Encountered in [[Field Agent Keith Nance]]'s arc, this clone is an evil version of you. It will spawn wearing your current costume, with some minor color variations. It is a good enough clone that it is able to fool many of your fellow heroes and a government agency into believing that it is you.
+The [[Army of Me Badge]] is awarded upon defeating these clones when set to fighting eight test clones at once.
+{{BadgeBox|Army of Me}}
-''Description''
+===== Dying/Recovered Clone =====
-It's...you! But...not you. Sort of. Whoever this person is, they must be the one responsible for ruining your name!
+This clone can be encountered while running out of your cloning facility before it [[Leonard#Retake your Cloning Facility!|blows up]], and in the [[Leonard#Steal all of Protean's funds|next mission]] - if you choose to save it.
+''{{UL|Dying Clone:}}''
+This clone of yours will die here in this lab unless you choose to do something!
+''{{UL|Recovered Clone:}}''
+The clone that you saved seems to have some unfinished business!
+{{red|This is the description if you rob the bank. If there is a different description when you do NOT rob the bank, please add it.}}
+''{{UL|Levels}}''
-''Levels''
+''{{UL|Powers}}''
-''Powers''
+This clone has a selection of powers from your [[Power Set|power sets]].
-This clone has a selection of powers from your [[powerset]]s.
 === Alternates ===
-==== Doppelganger ====
+==== Mirror Self ====
-In [[Field Agent Keith Nance]] and [[Special Agent Jenni Adair]]'s arcs you will encounter a duplicate of yourself. This duplicate claims to come from another dimension. It's appearance will be the same as yours in every way.
+In [[Field Agent Keith Nance]] and [[Special Agent Jenni Adair]]'s arcs you will encounter a [[Mirror Self|duplicate of yourself]]. This duplicate claims to come from another dimension. Its appearance will be the same as yours in every way.
-''Description 1''
+''{{UL|Description 1}}''
 You see before you a strange doppelganger of yourself!
-''Description 2''
+''{{UL|Description 2}}''
 This person seems to match you in every way, shape, and form.
-''Levels''
+''{{UL|Levels}}''
+''{{UL|Powers}}''
+This clone has a selection of powers from your [[Power Set|power sets]].
+==== Your Evil Mirror ====
+Encountered in [[Field Agent Keith Nance]]'s arc, this clone is an evil version of you. It will spawn wearing your current costume, with the primary and secondary color choices switched. It is a good enough clone that it is able to fool many of your fellow heroes and a government agency into believing that it is you.
+''{{UL|Description 1}}''
+It's...you! But...not you. Sort of. Whoever this person is, they must be the one responsible for ruining your name!
+''{{UL|Description 2}}''
+This person appears to be your identical twin, however you can clearly see that they are your evil opposite!
+''{{UL|Levels}}''
+''{{UL|Powers}}''
+This doppelganger has a selection of powers from your [[Power Set|power sets]].
+=== Other Types ===
+==== Nemesis Automaton ====
+In the Hero acceptance version of [[Mission:Tip - Miss Thystle's Plea]] you encounter a Nemesis Automaton version of yourself.  It is named '''Doppelganger''' and its villain group will be the name of your supergroup if you have one, {{red|'''UNKNOWN'''}} if you do not.
+''{{UL|Description}}''
+This Nemesis automaton has similar powers to your own and looks just like you!
+{{NPC Text|title=Doppelganger dialogue|text=
+'''Before Combat:''' *klick* Once we stop that meddling duo, they too will have automatons crafted after them!
+'''Combat Start:''' <ERROR: CANNOT FIND MOCKINGLAUGHTER.TXT> A fitting end for you, {{Character}}! Torn apart by your mechanical better!
+'''75% Health:''' Soon all of Paragon's heroes will be replaced by Nemesis' automatons.
+'''50% Health:''' Impossible, I am your superior! *klick*
+'''25% Health:''' <ERROR: CRITICAL SYSTEM FAILURE>
+'''Upon Defeat:'''*klick* *bzzt* <ERROR ERROR ERROR>
-''Powers''
+'''Defeating a Player:''' {{missing}}
+}}
-This clone has a selection of powers from your [[powerset]]s.
+==== Shadow Simulacrum ====
+Summoned by powerful magic, these enemies look like you, but serve the will of their creator!
+{{red|More info needed - apparently these appear in the new version of [[Positron Task Force Part One|Positron's task force]], and perhaps in [[Mr. G (Primal Earth)]]'s arc. }}
-[[Category:NPC Allies]][[Category: Enemies]][[Category: NPCs]]
+[[Category:NPC Allies]]
+[[Category:Enemies]]
+[[Category:NPCs]]