Difference between revisions of "Wavelength"

Briefing

Ah. Character. I see that Wavelength managed to get in contact with you.

• What's going on?

Positron nods towards the Phalanx's newest member.

Ms. Yin has been using her psychic powers to pull 'pranks' on her teammates. She does not seem to understand that mental domination is no laughing matter.

He turns his attention back to Penelope.

Responsible use of powers is what separates Heroes from our adversaries. Using them recklessly will only cause the people of Paragon to mistrust us.

• I... see.

Penelope Yin

Both of you need to calm down. We are the Freedom Phalanx, people. We need to be the ones to set an example. Bickering amongst ourselves is counterproductive.

Positron returns his attention to you.

I apologize for this, Character. Statesman's death has hit the group hard, and we're stretched pretty thin right now.

• Yes, Wavelength said as much.

Positron nods slowly.

The Phalanx is undergoing some... organizational restructuring, and we're not exactly at peak efficiency at the moment. We've put a call out to some of the more veteran heroes in Paragon for assistance during the transition. I've been following your work in Paragon for some time now, and you seemed an obvious choice.

Positron extends his hand to you.

Well, Character? What do you say? The Phalanx is in need of your help. Would you be willing to work with us?

• I would be honored, Positr--
• I'm sorry, but I work alo--

Briefing

Keep an eye out, people. Citadel, what's our security status?

• (Listen to Citadel)

Briefing

Patching into the system now.

All internal cameras and external sensors report no nearby hostiles. It appears we have repelled their assault. However, they have captured Penelope Yin, and I am currently unable to ascertain how the Clockwork managed to infiltrate this base.

• Why would the Clockwork have an interest in Penelope?

Positron

• Is there a way to track down the Clockwork King?

External sensors have tracked multiple groups of Clockwork exiting the base perimeter. Unfortunately, they seem to have taken divergent routes, most likely in an attempt to prevent pursuit.

• Great...

Briefing

We're going to need to split up, then. Brawler, you and Manticore follow the group headed for Perez. Citadel, Synapse, you've got Steel Canyon. Numina, you're with me - we're going to need flyers in Skyway if we want to cover ground quickly.

Positron turns to you.

Character, we could really use your help on this one. Can we count on you?

• I'm in.

Excellent. We've got enough people to pursue the Clockwork, but it occurs to me that these runners may be decoys. Make a run through Atlas Park and look for any suspicious Clockwork activity. With any luck, one of us will find where they took Penelope.

• Understood.

Briefing

Character, good to see you. Word is you've been working with the Phalanx lately. It's a good thing, too, given what they've been going through lately.

But you probably didn't come here for small talk. What can I do for you?

• I'm looking for any unusual Clockwork activity in the area.

Funny you should ask that, actually. I just got a call in from a local hero that was going to bust a Clockwork salvage operation, only to end up in the hospital. Now, this guy claims the Clockwork he was fighting were way beyond what you normally see in Atlas Park, but I wrote it off as wounded pride. A lot of the younger heroes will bite off more than they can chew, and then truss up their story to save face.

Still, if you think this guy was telling the truth, I can give you the coordinates to the warehouse.

• I appreciate it.

No problem, Character. I hope you find what you're looking for.

Good hunting.

• See you around, Rick.

• Maybe you should put more faith in the heroes of this city, Davies.

Whoa now, no need to get testy. I've been in the hero's shoes myself, so I know what it's like.

Tell you what, if this lead turns out to be solid, then my first stop will be to Chiron Medical to issue a formal apology. Cool?

• Fine. Thanks for the tip.

Briefing

Please, Penny. You have to understand... everything I've done, I've done for you! Why can't you appreciate that?

Those 'heroes' in the Phalanx will never be able to protect you like I can. You have to see that!

• (Allow the conversation to continue)

Penelope Yin

The Clockwork King hangs his... 'head'... in shame.

I don't want to lose you, Penelope. You're all I have left. My little... my little princess.

The Clockwork King turns to you.

I'm done, Character. I'll leave you and the Freedom Phalanx alone... for the moment. But I swear, if Penelope should come to harm while under your care, I will stop at nothing to avenge her.

But for now, I believe we have a truce.

• No harm, no foul, I suppose.

Penelope Yin

• Sorry, but you don't get to walk away from attacking a Phalanx facility.

Typical! You see, Penny? This is a the true nature of 'heroes'! You'll regret challenging me, Character!

• I don't find that likely.

	Clockwork Vengeance
	You showed no mercy to the Clockwork King. Even when he no longer wished to fight, you made sure he knew the consequences of attacking the heroes of Paragon City.

• I've heard enough. I'm bringing you in, King.

Typical! You see, Penny? This is a the true nature of 'heroes'! You'll regret challenging me, Character!

• I don't find that likely.

	Clockwork Vengeance
	You showed no mercy to the Clockwork King. Even when he no longer wished to fight, you made sure he knew the consequences of attacking the heroes of Paragon City.

Briefing

If you fought the Clockwork King
What are you DOING, Character? He already said he'd stop attacking the Phalanx. There was absolutely no reason for you to attack him!

• It was justice, Penelope. Attacking registered heroes is a crime.

or

• You may trust the Clockwork King, but I don't.

Of all the twisted, messed-up... UGH!

Penelope's words choke off as she tries to make sense of what has happened.

You are sick, you know that, Character? You may think you're justified in everything you do, but in this case, you're dead wrong.

Penelope turns from you in disgust.

Just leave me alone. I'll head back to HQ myself, after I've made sure Russell's ok.

• I'll make sure the proper authorities will be waiting for him.

Briefing

Are you prepared, Character?

• I'm ready, Wavelength. (Start Mission)

Briefing

Numina appears to be fading in and out of consciousness. You're not sure how the Trolls were capable of harming her, given her generally incorporeal nature. Still, somehow they were able to overpower her.

• (Activate Numina's Medi-porter)

Numina's eyes flutter open as you activate her medical teleporter. She looks at you and manages a weak smile before being transported to a safe location.

• Leave

Briefing

Positron looks battered, and sections of his armor appear to have been torn open.

Character... it's good to see you. We were ambushed... while pursuing the Clockwork. The Trolls far exceeded my predictions.

This is highly abnormal, Character. I've never known Superadine to grant this much power to a person. Something else appears to be affecting them... empowering them.

• We can address that later. You need medical attention.

Positron nods, and activates his medi-porter.

You're right, of course. I'll leave the Trolls to you, Character. Good luck.

• Leave

Briefing

If these energy signatures are appearing in Atlas Park, we're going to need someone to investigate.

Character, your prior success against the Trolls in Skyway suggests that you may be capable of handling whatever's up there. Still, I think the Phalanx should have an official presence as well, if there is an attack imminent.

If you don't mind, I'd like you to select a member of our team to accompany you on your patrol.

• Why not bring the whole team?

That would improve our odds were something dangerous to occur, true. However, given the relative frequency of these anomalies, I believe that holding the majority of the team in reserve is the most prudent course of action.

If more anomalies reveal themselves, I will send members to investigate. If not, then we may join you shortly to assist in your investigation.

• Very well. I'll select a partner then.

Thank you, Character. You've more than proven your capabilities to me, and I'm sure any of the Phalanx would be honored to work with you.

• (Leave)

• I think I can handle myself, if that's your concern.

Positron appears to ponder your response for a moment.

...Are you absolutely sure, Character? You're not an official part of the Phalanx, and I can't force you to work with us directly.

However, I worry that we are confronting a force that we have yet to understand. If something is capable of propelling the Trolls to such astronomical levels of strength...

• Hm, I see your point. I suppose I can take a partner.

Thank you, Character. You've more than proven your capabilities to me, and I'm sure any of the Phalanx would be honored to work with you.

• (Leave)

• No need to worry, Positron. I'll be fine.

Very well, then.

Positron nods to you solemnly.

We'll be watching your progress from here, Character. Good luck.

• (Leave)

• Agreed.

Thank you, Character. You've more than proven your capabilities to me, and I'm sure any of the Phalanx would be honored to work with you.

• (Leave)

• I work better alone, Positron.

Positron appears to ponder your response for a moment.

...Are you absolutely sure, Character? You're not an official part of the Phalanx, and I can't force you to work with us directly.

However, I worry that we are confronting a force that we have yet to understand. If something is capable of propelling the Trolls to such astronomical levels of strength...

• Hm, I see your point. I suppose I can take a partner.

Thank you, Character. You've more than proven your capabilities to me, and I'm sure any of the Phalanx would be honored to work with you.

• (Leave)

• No need to worry, Positron. I'll be fine.

Very well, then.

Positron nods to you solemnly.

We'll be watching your progress from here, Character. Good luck.

• (Leave)