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Overview

Temporary powers are powers that a hero or villain may only use for a short time. The three main types of temporary powers are powers that last for a designated amount of time, a designated amount of uses, or until a specific action is accomplished. Some temporary powers may fall into more than one category; for example, powers that run out when either a specific action is accomplished or a certain amount of time, whichever is sooner.

Powers

The following are temporary powers obtainable in City of Heroes and City of Villains.

Amy's Ward

This small amulet, given to you by the young witch Katie, will allow you to summon the astral projection of Amy Jonsson five times. You may only manifest one projection of Amy at a time. If you try to summon a second while the first is still active, the amulet will fail and loose a charge.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the final mission in Katie Hannon's Task Force.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Summon Amy Jonsson

Arachnoid Gas

This gas is highly toxic, and is specifically designed to overcome Arachnoid resistances.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Clear out Arachnoid tunnels mission assigned by Terrence Dobbs.

Duration	Ten uses
Effects	Targeted AoE Toxic

Biological Mutagens

This strike widely disperses beneficial mutagens. Friendly characters in the area of effect gain an increase in regeneration and damage abilities. You may only use this ability once.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Missile Launch Mission in Warburg.

Duration	One use
Effects	Point Blank Area of Effect
	Ally +Regeneration, +Damage (+150%)

Blackwand

This is the Blackwand, a foul magical artifact created by the Archmage Tarixus. This black metal wand feels cold in your hand, and glows with dark arcane energies. The Blackwand may be used 10 times before it is exhausted.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Forge the Blackwand mission assigned by Archmage Tarixus.

Duration	Ten uses
Damage	Negative
Effects	Ranged
	High Damage (Negative)

Bow and Arrow

Given to you by Waylon McCrane, this bow is crafted of a fine metal alloy. You have 75 arrows.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Save Waylon McCrane from the Tuatha mission assigned by Kelly Nemmers.

Duration	75 uses
Damage	Lethal
Effects	Ranged
	Moderate Damage (Lethal)

Build Snow Beast

Creates one Snow Beast to do your bidding. Snow Beasts desire nothing more than to freeze everything they come into contact with. You only have 1 Snow Beast and he will last for 5 minutes before melting. You cannot bring your snow beast across zones.

This temporary power is a rare prize gained by opening presents during the Winter Event 2005.

Duration	One use
Effects	Summon Snow Beast

Chemical Burn

The toxins released in this strike lower the accuracy and damage resistance of all hostile targets over a considerable area of effect. You may only use this ability once.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Missile Launch Mission in Warburg.

Duration	One use
Effects	Ranged Area of Effect
	Foe -Resistance (All), -Defense

Combat Invisibility

You blend into your environment and can only be seen at extremely close range. Even if discovered, you are hard to see and have a bonus to defense to melee and ranged attacks. If, however, you attacke while using this power, you will be discovered and will loose your Invisibility and some of your defense bonus. Combat Invisibility has a total of 30 minutes usage time.

To obtain this power, complete the Patrol Siren's Call mission from Warzone Agent Brinson or Warzone Operative Massey

Duration	30 minutes
Effects	Toggle: Self Stealth
	+Defense

Confiscated Beanbag

You confiscated this weapon from a Freakshow base. It fires a single, non-lethal beanbag that can seriously disorient a target. You have 50 beanbags.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Retrieve the stolen weapons from the Freakshow mission assigned by Andrew Fiore, Claire Childress, Jake Kim, Lt. Col. Hugh McDougal, Vic Garland or Wilma Peterson

Duration	Fifty uses
Effects	Ranged
	Minor Damage (Smashing)
	Foe Disorient

Coral Amulet

This amulet of living coral is formed from a piece of the Eye of the Leviathan, a gargantuan creature in the Temple of the Waters. This coral amulet can be used to summon coral guardians to fight for you.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Operative Renault Strike Force. It is one possible reward.

Duration	Three days from time of attainment
Effects	Summon Coralax Guardian

Coral Hammer

This hammer of living coral is formed from a piece of the Eye of the Leviathan, a gargantuan creature in the Temple of the Waters. This coral hammer can be used to smite your enemies with devastating effect. You can use the Coral Hammer for three days.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Operative Renault Strike Force. It is one possible reward.

Duration	Three days from time of attainment
Damage	Smashing
	Lethal
Effects	Melee Smash
	Medium Damage

Coral Shards

These shards of living coral are taken from the Eye of the Leviathan, a gargantuan creature in the Temple of the Waters. These magical coral shards can be hurled at your enemies with devastating effect. You can use the coral shards for three days before the magic fades from them.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Operative Renault Strike Force. It is one possible reward.

Duration	Three days from time of attainment
Effects	Cone Lethal
	Foe Knockback

Crey Narcotic

The Crey scientists have injected you with a narcotic that slows your movement speed, attack speed, and endurance recovery! After completing your mission, you should seek help from your contact. If you cannot reach your contact, the effect should wear off.

To obtain this temporary power, obtain the Defeat all forces in lab mission assigned by Janet Kellum in the Revanant Hero Project story arc.

Duration	Until mission completed
Effects	Self -Regeneration, -Recovery, -Health, -Endurance

Cryonite Armor

As a thank you, the company has given you the opportunity to be the first to test this technology in the field. You have enough power to operate the Cryonite Armor for 1 hour of on time.

This power is obtained by returning to the contact after completing the Stop the Sky Raiders before they can make off with Balsim's designs mission from Barry Gosford, John Strobel, Justin Greene, Oswald Cuthbert, Rondel Jackson, or Wilson Eziquerra.

Duration	One hour of usage
Effects	Self +Defense (Smashing, Lethal) +Resistance (Cold)

Divining Rod

It's hard to believe this flimsy device can be as powerful as Skipper LeGrange claims. According to him, it measures the paranormal qualities of it's subjects, often with dramatic results. The Divining Rod has 20 charges.

Duration	Twenty uses
Effects	Ranged
	Minor Damage (Energy)
	Special vs. Ghosts

Electromagnetic Grenades

These Electromagnetic Grenades, found in a Council base, generate a massive pulse of electromagnetic energy that is especially effective against robots. You have 30 grenades.

This temporary power is obtained by completing the Seek hidden Council supply depots mission from Lars Hansen, or by completing a raid secondary mission in a mayhem mission.

Duration	Thirty uses
Effects	Ranged (Targeted Area of Effect)
	Minor Damage (Energy)
	Special Damage vs. Robots

EMP Glove

This glove can deliver a high power, focused Electromagnetic Pulse to a target. Deals good damage and can drain Endurance from the target. Very effective against machines of all types. The EMP Glove has 30 charges.

Duration	Thirty uses or upon return to contact after mission
Effects	Ranged Energy Damage
	Foe -Endurance

Empowered Center of the Wheel

This metal rod has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you can summon a Sword of Flame.

This temporary power is obtained by opening one of the treasure chests in the Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual mission assigned by Andrea Mitchell, Cain Royce, Dr. Cheng, Josef Keller, Oliver Haak, or Piper Irving.

Duration	90 Minutes in game or upon return to contact
Effects	Melee
	Moderate Damage (Fire/Lethal)

Empowered Linchpin of the Wheel

The linchpin of the Wheel of Destruction has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you can summon a cloak of flames to protect you from harm. While active, you take less damage from Smashing, Lethal, Energy, and Negative Energy attacks.

This temporary power is obtained by opening one of the treasure chests in the Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual mission assigned by Andrea Mitchell, Cain Royce, Dr. Cheng, Josef Keller, Oliver Haak, or Piper Irving.

Duration	90 Minutes in game or upon return to contact
Effects	Toggle: Self +Resistance (Smash, Lethal, Energy, Negative)

Empowered Piece of the Wheel

This broken piece of an ancient artifact has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you hvae the power to launch a torrent of flames at your opponents.

This temporary power is obtained by opening one of the treasure chests in the Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual mission assigned by Andrea Mitchell, Cain Royce, Dr. Cheng, Josef Keller, Oliver Haak, or Piper Irving.

Duration	90 Minutes in game or upon return to contact
Effects	Ranged
	Moderate Damage (Fire)

Empowered Shard of the Wheel

This broken piece of an ancient artifact has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you can scorch your enemies with your hands.

This temporary power is obtained by opening one of the treasure chests in the Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual mission assigned by Andrea Mitchell, Cain Royce, Dr. Cheng, Josef Keller, Oliver Haak, or Piper Irving.

Duration	90 Minutes in game or upon return to contact
Effects	Melee
	Minor Damage (Fire)

Enchantment of Serafina

You have been enchanted by the Crystal of Serafina, granting you amazing powers of the mind. You may use this power to protect those around you from psychic damage, and to add psychic damage to their attacks. You may use this power 10 times before it fades.

This temporary power is obtained by completing Ice Mistral's Strike Force and defeating Archus.

Duration	10 uses
Effects	Player Based Area of Effect
	Ally +Resist(Psionic), +Damage(Psionic)

Extinguisher

The Fire Fighter 3000, developed by Positron, uses a potassium bicarbonate powder to smother flames. It has 15 charges.

To obtain this temporary power, visit Chief Williams standing next to a burning building in Steel Canyon during the Hellion Arson zone event.

Duration	Fifteen uses
Effects	Fire Extinguisher (Special)

Flashbang Grenades

These military issue non-lethal grenades explode with a concussive force that leaves all affected targets very vulnerable. Their Accuracy and Defense will be severely reduced. You have 6 grenades.

Heroes can obtain this temporary power by accepting the Find Source of Skulls' Money and Supplies mission from Juan Jimenez, Linda Summers, or Ron Hughes.

Duration	Six uses
Effects	Ranged (Targeted Area of Effect)
	Foe -Accuracy, -Defense

Freakshow Disguise

This suit can cause you to look like a member of the Freakshow without actually undergoing the hazardous cybernetic surgery. You can pass completely unnoticed by the Freakshow. However, if you take any aggressive actions, your cover will be blown, and the diguise will no longer be effective. Disables the use of Stealth related powers while worn. This disguise will last one hour of real time.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Recover Stolen Chameleon Suit mission assigned by Wilma Peterson. Note that the mission description incorrectly states that the temporary power lasts only 15 minutes, but that the power description contains the correct time of one hour or until you talk to your contact after completing the mission. Also note that the stealth is effective against all enemies, not just Freakshow.

Duration	One hour
Effects	Auto: Self Stealth

Genetic Restabilizer

This device can stop mutations and even begin a reversal of the process in certain cases. The effect, however, can temporarily render a victim helpless and unable to defend himself. The Genetic Restabiliser has 12 charges.

To obtain this power, accept the Test the Genetic Restabilizer on the Lost mission from Kirsten Woods or Polly Cooper.

Duration	Twelve uses or upon return to contact after mission
Effects	Ranged
	Foe Hold

Ghostslayer Bomb

This is a special anti-spirit bomb used to destroy ethereal entities like ghosts and spirits. You have enough for 6 charges.

This temporary power is obtained by completing the Follow Rauscher to the spirit world mission from Veluta Lunata.

Duration	Six uses
Effects	Targeted Area of Effect Lethal/Smash
	Special vs. Ghosts

Ghostslayer Rifle

This is an assault rifle with special ammo. The bullets are specially made to affect ethereal entities like ghosts and spirits. 50 bursts can be fired before the ammo is exhausted.

This temporary power is obtained by completing the Follow Rauscher to the spirit world mission from Veluta Lunata.

Duration	Fifty uses
Effects	Ranged
Effects	Moderate (Lethal)
	Special vs. Ghosts

Goldbricker Rocket Pack

This is a stolen rocket pack you stole as evidence that Dr. Aeon has modified them on the sly. It has enough fuel for 90 minutes of flight.

This temporary power is obtained by completing the Steal a Goldbrickers Rocket pack mission from Marshal Brass.

Duration	90 Minutes
Effects	Toggle: Self Fly

Holiday Rocket Pack

This jet pack allows you to fly for a short period. If you attack a target while this pack is on, your flight speed will be temporarily reduced to Hover speed. This Rocket Pack will last for 30 days.

This power is awarded with the Longbow Reservist Badge for the Winter Event 2005.

Duration	Thirty days from time of issue
Effects	Self Fly

Holy Shotgun Shells

Tobias Hansen gave you these holy shotgun shells to aid you in your efforts against the Banished Pantheon. These blessed shotgun shells do extra damage to Undead villains. Use them wisely, for you have only 75 shells.

To obtain this power, you must accept the Rid the mausoleum of the Banished Pantheon mission from Tobias Hansen. The additional damage against Banished Pantheon does not apply to the Shamens or Totums.

Duration	Seventy-five uses
Effects	Ranged (Cone)
	Moderate Damage (Lethal)
	Special Damage vs. Banished Pantheon
	Foe Knockback

Hyper Phase

You can phase shift to become out of sync with normal space. Although you do not become completely invisible, you are translucent and hard to see. You are intangible, and cannot affect or be affected by those in normal space. While hyper phased, your run and flight speed are increased. Cannot be used with rest. Hyper phase has a total of 30 minutes usage time.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Patrol 6 waypoints in Warburg mission.

Duration	30 minutes
Effects	Toggle: Self Intangible
	Self +Speed

Hyper Stealth

You blend into your environment and can only be seen at very close range. Even if discovered, you are hard to see and have a bonus to Defense to melee and ranged attacks. If, however, you attack while using this power, you will be discovered and will lose your Stealth and some of your Defense bonus. While Stealthy, your movement is Slowed. Hyper Stealth has a total of 30 minutes usage time.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Patrol Bloody Bay mission.

Duration	30 minutes
Effects	Toggle: Self Stealth
	Self +Defense, -Speed

Infected Anti-Serum

This dispenser is filled with an Infected Anti-Serum created by Doctor Creed. When used on an Infected, it causes an explosive chemical reaction. The Anti-Serum lasts only 15 minutes before the chemicals become inert.

To obtain this temporary power, start the Doctor Creed's Field Test mission from Doctor Creed.

Duration	15 minutes
Effects	Special (Infected)
	Melee

Iron Blade

According to Buck Salinger, it's a well known fact that Fey creatures such as the Fir Bolg, Red Caps and Tuatha fear iron more than any other substance. This Iron Blade you recovered may be of some use against them. You may carry it for 3 days before returning it to the village.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Recover the Red Cap's iron hoard mission from Buck Salinger.

Duration	3 days
Effects	Melee, Moderate Damage(Lethal), Foe -Defense

Large Extinguisher

The Fire Fighter 4000 has a longer range than the 3000, Positron's earlier model. It also puts out flames faster. Unfortunately, it only has 9 charges.

To obtain this temporary power, visit the fire chief, Chief Williams standing next to a burning building in Steel Canyon.

Duration	Nine uses
Effects	Fire Extinguisher (Special)

Lethargy Inducer

This invention can cause a target to feel tired and worn down, reducing the speed of their attacks. The Lethargy Inducer has 20 charges.

Heroes can obtain this temporary power by accepting the Take some territory back from the Tsoo mission from Cho Ge, Karen Parker, Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard, or Warren Trudeau. (Levels 15-19)

Duration	20 uses
Effects	Ranged, Foe: -Recharge -Speed

Loa Bone

You have received this magic wand as a reward from Mr. Bocor for your assistance. It has the power to summon undead minions to serve you. It may be used 5 times before its magical energies are exhausted.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Retrieve Loa Bone mission assigned by Mr. Bocor.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Summon Zombie

Manifold Resonator

After Teleporting, you will remain intangible for a while. During this time, you cannot activate any other powers. As you slowly phase into normal space, you will remain partial visible for a brief time. If you attack while partially visible, your accuracy will be reduced, but your defense will be improved.

To obtain this power, you must click on the Vault glowie in the Stop the Council from stealing Rikti Technology mission from Ashwin Lannister or Laurie Pennington.

Duration	Ten uses or upon return to contact
Effects	Self Teleport +Special

Med Kit

This Med Kit allows you to heal ¼ of your hit points. The Med Kit has 8 uses.

To obtain this power, you must rescue the paramedic hostage in the Stop the Trolls from hitting the party from Jake Montoya.

Duration	Eight uses or until mission end
Effects	Self Heal

Nectar

Eros has fashioned a version of Ambrosia from the waters of the Well of the Furies, which he has dubbed 'Nectar'. Eros' Nectar can be used up to 20 times on opponents to beguile them, effectively placating and confusing them

To obtain this temporary power, you had to complete the Bring the girdle of Aphrodite back to Ganymede mission assigned by Ganymede and the Get a hero to the cauldron and destroy it mission assigned by Scratch.

Duration	Twenty uses
Effects	Ranged Targeted Area of Effect
	Foe Confuse, Placate

Nemesis Staff

You confiscated this strange, steam-powered staff from a Freakshow hideout. The staff shoots a bolt of energy that deals damage, knocks back foes, and may stun them. You should test the weapon in the field, then return it to the DATA labs for study within 24 hours.

To obtain this temporary power, heroes have to complete the Find out who's supplying the Freakshow with the new weapons mission assigned by Tina Chung or Neal Kendrick for levels 30-34.

Damage	High Damage(Smash)
Duration	Twenty uses
Effects	Ranged
	Foe: Knockback, Disorient

Nictus Absorption

This is a power granted by the Nictus inhabiting your body, giving you a certain degree of damage resistance. This power lasts 2 hours.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Retrieve Nictus from Council mission assigned by Dr. Shelly Percey.

Duration	Two hours or until Nictus is extracted
Effects	Auto: Self +Resistance (Energy, Negative)

Nictus Fragment

This Nictus Fragment allows you to tap the primal forces of your Nictus power to create an essence draining conduit between a foe and yourself. This will transfer hit points from your enemy to yourself. Foes drained in this manner have their attack and movement speed reduced. The fragment will allow you to perform this attack about 50 times before becoming useless.

This temporary power is given to the person who delivers the Nictus fragment flask to Stephanie Peebles in the Confirm Moonfire's suspicions mission during Moonfire's Task Force: The Kheldian War.

Duration	Fifty uses
Damage	Moderate
Recharge	Slow
Effects	Melee
	Moderate Damage (Negative)
	Foe -Recharge, -Speed
	Self +Hit Points

Nictus Gravitic Emanation

This is a power granted by the Nictus inhabiting your body, allowing you to emit a cone attack on your enemies. This power lasts two hours.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Retrieve Nictus from Council mission assigned by Dr. Shelly Percey.

Duration	Two hours or until Nictus is extracted
Damage	Minor
Effects	Ranged (Cone)
	Minor Damage (Negative)
	Foe Disorient, Knockback, -Recharge, -Speed

Nictus Shadow Step

This is a power granted by the Nictus inhabiting your body, allowing you to teleport short distances. This power lasts two hours.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Retrieve Nictus from Council mission assigned by Dr. Shelly Percey.

Duration	Two hours or until Nictus is extracted
Effects	Ranged (Location)
	Self Teleport

Nuclear Blast

This unleashes a devastating EMP strike over a wide area of effect, draining endurance from foes. Robotic units are especially vulnerable to this effect. You may only use this ability once.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Missile Launch Mission in Warburg.

Duration	One use
Effects	Ranged Area of Effect
	Extreme Damage over Time (Energy)
	Foe -Endurance, -Recovery

Nullifier Gun Prototype

This futuristic looking rifle has energy readings on its side, but appears to be jury-rigged with all manners of cables and dials. It can be used to nulify superpowers for a short duration. It can be used 5 times before the energy pack is depleted.

To obtain this temporary power, accept the Defeat Lt. Krieg and crew mission from Lt. Demitrovich. This power will vanish after the mission is over.

Duration	Five uses or until mission is completed
Effects	Foe: -Endurance, -Recovery, Detoggle

Nullifier Gun Mk I

This futuristic looking rifle has energy readings on its side, but appears to be jury-rigged with all manners of cables and dials. It can be used to nulify superpowers for a short duration. It can be used 5 times before the energy pack is depleted.

To obtain this temporary power, accept the Deliver Nullifier Gun to Arachnos mission from Lt. Demitrovich. Unlike the prototype, this temporary power will not vanish upon mission completion.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Foe: -Endurance, -Recovery, Detoggle

Ore Extractor

This stainless steel tool allows you to safely collect and store fragments of the Shiva meteors. Once collected, you'll need to take the shards to a processing station and transform them into Shiva samples. These are then taken to the contact who gave you the extractor. You must be in close proximity to the meteorite to extract the ore. Extracting the ore is interruptible, so if you are hit, you will need to try again.

To obtain this temporary power, talk to the Shiva Strike Mission Shiva Strike contact in Bloody Bay. For heroes, that contact is the Scientist close to the helicopter. For villains, it is the Evil Scientist near the hovercraft.

Duration	Until samples collected or player zones
Effects	Extract Ore

Particle Cannon

The Particle Cannon is a heavy Rikti weapon that can reverse the polarity of of an entity brought through a dimensional rift, sending it back to its own universe. Against other targets, it has no effect. the particle cannon can send the Hydra Head back to its dimension. The particle beam is slow, and must be held on the target for a long time. The Particle Cannon has limited charges, so use it wisely.

This temporary power can be found in the Abandoned Sewers Trial assigned by Maren MacGregor.

Duration	unknown
Effects	Ranged Special vs. Hydra Head

Plasmatic Taser

This non-lethal plasma device is more effective than a normal stun blaster. It unleashes a cone of energy that knocks foes back. The Plasmatic Taser has 45 charges.

To obtain this temporary power, accept the Find out the Plans of the Lost mission assigned by Fareed Abdullah.

Duration	Forty-five uses
Effects	Cone Energy/Smashing Damage
	Foe Knockback

Psionic Activator

This high-tech device was given to you by Psimon Omega. When used on victims of Rikti experimentation it activates their latent psychic powers but causing them to fly into a blind rage and attack your nearest enemy. This device has 20 charges.

To obtain this temporary power, accept the Defeat Aurora Borealis and allies mission from Psymon Omega.

Duration	Twenty uses
Effects	Foe Stun

Psychic Cleaver

After drinking Cadao Kestrel's magic draught, you have the ability to destroy the Madame of Mystery, the psychic projection of Madeleine Casey. This is the only way to free Madeleine's soul from the carnival's hold.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Take tomes to Cadao Kestrel mission from Madeleine Casey.

Duration	500 charges
Recharge	Fast
Effects	Ranged moderate damage (psychic) special
	Only does damage vs. Madame of Mystery

Resonance Disrupter

The Resonance Disrupter bends light around you to make you completely Invisible. While this power is active, you are all but impossible to detect. If you attack while Invisible, you will be detected, although you will still have a huge bonus to defense. This technology is unstable, and you will take damage over time as long as it is active. Will not work with other self-targeted concealment related powers such as Stealth or Invisibility.

To obtain this power, you must click on the Vault glowie in the Stop the Council from stealing Rikti Technology mission from Ashwin Lannister or Laurie Pennington.

Duration	30 minutes of use or upon return to contact
Effects	Toggle: Self Stealth, +Defense, -Hit Points

Ring of Pain

The Ring of Pain is a dark device. It can severely reduce a target's defense at the cost of the owner's health. As the target's defense is lowered, you will continue to lose hit points until you deactivate the ring. The Ring of Pain can remain active for about 10 minutes before it is exhausted of its negative energy.

This temporary is acquired as an artifact in the Recover Outcast Artifacts mission assigned by Olivia Chung.

Duration	Ten minutes
Effects	Ranged
	Foe -Defense
	Self Damage over Time

Rock

You got a rock.

The rock was a treat that was given out 2004 Halloween special event. It is a ranged attack that does a small amount of smashing damage.

Duration	One use
Damage	Smashing
Effects	Ranged Smashing Damage

Rune of Warding

After you rescued the village's Book of Runes from the Fir Bolg in the Retrieve the book mission from Skipper LeGrange, Mayor Gordon Bower asked you to study the Rune of Warding. It should help you battle the strange creatures of Croatoa, but knowledge of the rune will fade after 3 days.

Duration	Three days
Effects	Ranged
	Minor Damage (Energy)
	Special Damage vs. Fey

Sands of Mu

You recovered this strange black sand from the Circle of Thorns hideout. While carrying it, you have the ability to deal a flurry of punches charged with the Negative Energy of the Netherworld. The sands must be returned to the MAGI vault within 24 hours

This power can be obtained by clicking on the Urn glowy in the Investigate the lost city of Oranbega mission from Laura Brunetti or Miriam Bloechl.

Duration	24 hours of in-game time
Effects	Melee (Cone)
	High Damage over time (50% Smashing/50% Negative)
	Foe -Accuracy

Scroll of Ruin

This incantation will drastically reduce the defense of all foes in the affected area. The affected foes become vulnerable and incredibly easy to hit. This scross possesses powerful dark magics, and its effects are almost impossible to resist or avoid. The Scroll of Ruin can only be used once.

This temporary is acquired as an artifact in the Recover Outcast Artifacts mission assigned by Olivia Chung.

Duration	One use
Effects	Ranged (Targeted Area of Effect)
	Foe -Defense

Shivan Shard

Using this weird 'Shiva Shard' while near the ground allows you to summon forth a powerful Shivan Decimator to fight at your side. The Shivan can be buffed and healed, but is an unwilling companion and will not follow you through doors or into new zones. The shard can summon 5 Shivans before it is drained.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Shiva Strike Mission in Bloody Bay.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Summon Shivan Decimator

Sky Raider Flight Pack

This high-tech device looks like a backpack with wings and a harness. It allows you to fly for the duration of the air assault. It has enough fuel for 60 minutes of flight.

To obtain this temporary power, open a crate in the Help the Sky Raiders fight off Longbow mission from Lt. Chalmers.

Duration	60 minutes
Effects	Self Fly, -Accuracy

Snowball

Can be used on friend and foe alike. Although there are no lasting effects when these frozen missiles are hurled, who doesn't love throwing a snowball? Snowballs should last 12 days. Happy Holidays!

This temporary power was granted by defeating members of the Winter Horde during the Winter Event 2004 and when opening a few rare gifts spread around Paragon City and the Rogue Isles during the Winter Event 2005.

Duration	Twelve days
Effects	Ranged Special

Soul Essence

This essence was taken from a Circle of Thorns altar, revitalizing you. This power lasts for 15 minutes.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Offer Akarist's Soul mission assigned by Archmage Tarixus.

Duration	Fifteen minutes
Effects	Self +Recovery
	Foe Hold

Soul Trap

This spherical device can drain the soul away from the living, and tear apart the souls of the undead. 10 uses left.

This temporary power can be found on the following missions from Mage-Killer Zuhkara:

Duration	Ten uses
Damage	Moderate Damage(Energy)
Effects	Ranged, Foe: -Endurance
	Special vs. undead

Spirit Potion

Within this gourd carved with various runes is an acrid-smelling concoction which allows an imbiber to become a spirit for a short period of time. The imbiber cannot attack or be attacked while in spirit form. There are 3 doses in the flask, lasting 60 seconds each.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Deliver Puzzle Box mission assigned by Archmage Tarixus.

Duration	Three uses, sixty seconds per use
Effects	Toggle: Self Intangible

Stolen SMG

This is a sub-machine gun stolen from a create that was part of an arms shipment. You may fire 10 bursts from the SMG before it is exhausted.

To obtain this temporary power:

Complete Recover Cage's stolen arms mission assigned by Vince Dubrowski
Complete Steal the arms shipment mission from Captain Petrovich
Open one of the crates in the Retrieve Weapons mission from Strike Force Operative Renault.

Duration	10 uses
Effects	Ranged Foe: -Defense

Summoning Amulet

This is a gold amulet with various mystic symbols etched in silver. After saving his life from his former Hellion allies, Billie gives you this amulet that was the source of all the contention. It allows you to summon a Fire Imp for a short duration. This may be done 5 times before it is exhausted.

To obtain this temporary power, complete Defeat 3K Kelvin and guards mission assigned by Billie Heck.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Summon Fire Imp

Thermite Cannon

The Thermite Plasma Cannon is a Rikti weapon. The Plasma is relatively cool, and only moderately dangerous. However, it has be discovered that Thermite Plasma is deadly to the Hydra. It is best to save the weapon's limited charges for defeating the Hydra.

This temporary power can be found in the Abandoned Sewers Trial assigned by Maren MacGregor.

Duration	unknown
Effects	Ranged Cone
	Moderate Damage over Time (Plasma)
	Special Damage vs. Hydra

Vahzilok Wasting Disease

You have been infected with the Vahzilok Wasting Disease. This disease, introduced by the Vahzilok, is slowly wasting you away. Find a cure, quick! Your Max Hit Poits, Endurance, Regeneration, and Recovery have all been reduced.

This temporary power is imposed on you when you accept the Take the diseased blood samples to Professor St. John-Smythe for final processing mission from Dr. Ann-Marie Engles, Juliana Nehring Olivia Chung, or Pavel Garnier.

Duration	Until mission completed
Effects	Self -Regeneration, -Recovery, -Hit Points, -Endurance

Undead Slaying Axe

This massive weapon was specifically crafted by MAGI to slay the undead. The Undead Slaying Axe can be used 75 times before MAGI will recall it magically.

This power can be obtained at the start of the Track down the Pantheon and rescue the mystics mission from Laura Brunetti or Miriam Bloechl.

Duration	75 uses or until return to contact
Effects	Moderate Damage (Lethal)
	Special Damage vs. True Undead

Void Hunter Rifle

This sleek rifle was taken from a Void Hunter, those mysterious beings that hunt the Kheldians and Nictus. The rifle has 10 shots before it runs out of ammo.

Obtain this power by completing the Interrogate troops, steal weapon mission assigned by Psymon Omega.

Duration	Ten uses
Damage	Negative
Effects	Ranged
	Foe -Recharge, -Speed

Warwolf Whistle

Stephanie Peebles has granted you the ability to call forth a might Warwolf to fight at your side. The Warwolf can be buffed and healed, but is an unwilling companion and will not follow you through doors or into new zones. You may summon five wolves, one at a time.

To obtain this power, complete the first part of the mission to Retrieve Tobias' heirloom from Vampyr Mountain.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Summon Warwolf

Wave Scrambler

This device was built to interfere with Clockwork's energy signals within it's conical area of effect. The Wave Scrambler has 30 charges.

The wave scrambler emits a Psychic Scream, causing psychic damage. Against Clockworks it causes addition damage.

Duration	Thirty uses or upon return to contact
Effects	Cone Special Damage
	Foe -Recharge

Wedding Band

This ring contains the power of Stephanie Peebles' lvoe for her late husband, Stephen. When invoked, this power will partially protect you from all damage types, including Psionics. After about two hours of on time, Stephanie will recall the ring magically.

To obtain this temporary power, complete the Recover wedding band mission assigned by Stephanie Peebles.

Duration	Two hours of use
Effects	Toggle: Self +Resistance (All)

Arena Powers

There are six powers that can be purchased at the arena stores, each costing 10,000 influnce. These powers can only be used within the arena.

Jaunt Initializer

You can teleport long distances. Jaunt Initializer has no recharge time, and can be reactivated without pause. The Jaunt Initializer has 5 charges. You can only carry 1 Jaunt Initializer at a time.

Duration	Five uses
Effects	Self Teleport

Low-G Pack

The Low-G Pack allows you to leap great distances and heights, easily jumping over buildings and from rooftop to rooftop! The Low-G Pack will burn out after 2 minutes of use. You can only carry 1 Low-G Pack at a time.

Duration	Two minutes of use
Effects	Self Long Jump

Raptor Pack

This backpack grants any person the ability to fly for a short period. If you attack a target while this pack is on, your flight speed will be temporarily reduced to hover speed. The Raptor Pack will burn out after 2 minutes of use. You can only carry 1 Raptor Pack at a time.

Duration	Two minutes of use
Effects	Self Fly

Stealth Suit

Stealth Suit blends into your environment and can only be seen at very close range. If you attack while using this power, you will be discovered and lose your defense bonus. While invisible, your movement is slowed. The Stealth Suit will burn out after 2 minutes of use. The Stealth Suit will not work with any other form of self-targetted concealment power. You can only carry 1 Stealth Suit at a time.

Duration	Two minutes of use
Effects	Self Stealth, +Defense

Stun Grenade

This Stun Grenade can disorient all foes around the target. You can only carry a max of 6 Stun Grenades at a time.

Duration	Six uses
Effects	Ranged Targeted Area of Effect
	Foe Disorient

Web Grenade

Upon impact, the Web Grenade expels a strong, tenuous, and very sticky substance that can immobilize most targets. This non-lethal device deals no damage and does not prevent targets from attacking, although their attack rate is slowed. The web can bring down flying entities and holts jumping. You can only carry a max of 6 Web Grenades at a time.

Duration	Six uses
Effects	Ranged
	Foe Immobilize, -Recharge, -Fly

Dimension Drop Powers

With the Valentine's Day special event of 2006, two vendors, Chilly and Dram were added to Pocket D and then removed when the event ended. They sold the following temporary powers.

Drop of Power

Dimension Drop of Power is a special conconction created by DJ Zero to celebrate the opening of the new Pocket D. This dimensional energy can increase one's potential. In keeping with his club's theme it must be given to someone else to be effective and giving it to a hero/villain increases their potential to near god-like proportions! This version of Dimension Drop buffs damage and accuracy. Dimension Drop can only be used on teammates.

Heroes can purchased this power from Chilly and villains can purchase it from Dram for 1,000 influence/infamy.

Duration	Four uses
Effects	Teammate +Damage, +Accuracy (Special)

Drop of Resistance

Dimension Drop of Vitality is a special conconction created by DJ Zero to celebrate the opening of the new Pocket D. This dimensional energy can increase one's potential. In keeping with his club's theme it must be given to someone else to be effective and giving it to a hero/villain increases their potential to near god-like proportions! This version of Dimension Drop buffs damage resistance to all damage. Dimension Drop can only be used on teammates.

Heroes can purchased this power from Chilly and villains can purchase it from Dram for 1,000 influence/infamy.

Duration	Four uses
Effects	Teammate +Resistance (All) (Special)

Drop of Vitality

Dimension Drop of Vitality is a special conconction created by DJ Zero to celebrate the opening of the new Pocket D. This dimensional energy can increase one's potential. In keeping with his club's theme it must be given to someone else to be effective and giving it to a hero/villain increases their potential to near god-like proportions! This version of Dimension Drop heals the target and recovers their endurance. Dimension Drop can only be used on teammates.

Heroes can purchased this power from Chilly and villains can purchase it from Dram for 1,000 influence/infamy.

Duration	Four uses
Effects	Teammate Heal, +Endurance (Special)

Player vs. Player Zone Powers

In Siren's Call, you may buy a selection of temporary powers for 10,000 influence each if your side (heroes/villains) is in control of the zone.

Cryonite Armor

As a thank you, the company has given you the opportunity to be the first to test this technology in the field. You have this power for 30 minutes after purchase.

Duration	Thirty minutes
Effects	Self +Defense (Smashing, Lethal)
	Self +Resistance (Cold)

EMP Glove

This glove can deliver a high power, focused electromagnetic pulse to a target. Deals good damage and can drain endurance from the target. Very effective against machines of all types. The EMP Glove has 10 charages.

Duration	Ten uses
Damage	Energy
Effects	Ranged Energy Damage
	Foe -Endurance

IR Goggles

IR Goggles greatly improve your chances to spot stealthed or invisible players. You have this power for 30 minutes after purchase.

Duration	Thirty minutes
Effects	Self +Perception

Jaunt Initializer

You can teleport long distances. Jaunt Initializer has no recharge time, and can be reactivated without pause. You have this power for 30 minutes after purchase. You can only carry 1 Low-G Pack at a time.

Duration	Thirty minutes
Effects	Self Teleport

Low-G Pack

The Low-G Pack allows you to leap great distances and heights, easily jumping over buildings and from rooftop to rooftop! You have this power for 30 minutes after purchase. You can only carry 1 Low-G Pack at a time.

Duration	Thirty minutes
Effects	Self Long Jump

Raptor Pack

This backpack grants any person the ability to fly for a short period. If you attack a target while this pack is on, your flight speed will be temporarily reduced to hover speed. You have this power for 30 minutes after purchase. You can only carry 1 Raptor Pack at a time.

Duration	Thirty minutes
Effects	Self Fly, -Accuracy

Stealth Suit

Stealth Suit blends into your environment and can only be seen at very close range. If you attack while using this power, you will be discovered and lose your defense bonus. While invisible, your movement is slowed. You have this power for 30 minutes after purchase. The Stealth Suit will not work with any other form of self-targetted concealment power. You can only carry 1 Stealth Suit at a time.

Duration	Thirty minutes
Effects	Self Stealth, +Defense

Stun Grenade

This Stun Grenade can disorient all foes around the target. YOu can only carry a max of 6 Stun Grenades at a time.

Duration	One use
Effects	Ranged Targeted Area of Effect
	Foe Disorient

Web Grenade

Upon impact, the Web Grenade expels a strong, tenuous, and very sticky substance that can immobilize most targets. This non-lethal device deals no damage and does not prevent targets from attacking, although their attack rate is slowed. The web can bring down flying entities and holts jumping. You can only carry a max of 6 Web Grenades at a time.

Duration	One use
Effects	Ranged
	Foe Immobilize, -Recharge, -Fly

Mayhem Missions Powers

Temporary powers granted during Mayhem missions

Completion Rewards

Temporary powers are granted after completing Mayhem Missions.

Raptor Pack

This backpack grants any person the ability to fly for a short period. If you attack a target while this pack is on, your flight speed will be temporarily reduced to hover speed. You have this power for a total of 2 hours usage time. You can only carry 1 Raptor Pack at a time.

This temporary power is awarded to villains that complete the Atlas Park Mayhem Mission for the first time.

Duration	2 hours of usage
Effects	Toggle: Self Fly

Jump Pack

The Jump Pack allows you to leap great distances and heights, easily jumping over buildings and from rooftop to rooftop! The Jump Pack will last for a total of 2 hours usage time. You can only carry 1 Jump at a time.

This temporary power is awarded for villains that complete the Kings Row Mayhem Mission for the first time.

Duration	2 hours of usage
Effects	Toggle: Self Long Jump

Resuscitation

If you are defeated, you may resuscitate yourself where you have fallen, rather than transport to the hospital or your base. After each use, you may not use this effect again for another hour. This effect lasts for 2 days of gameplay.

This temporary power is awarded for villains that complete the Skyway City Mayhem Mission for the first time.

Duration	48 hours of game time
Effects	Self Rez, Debt Protection

Summon Teammates

This power allows you to teleport all of your teammates to your location. This effect lasts for 1 day of gameplay.

This temporary power is awarded for villains that complete the Steel Canyon Mayhem Mission for the first time.

Duration	24 hours of gameplay
Effects	Zone-Range: Teleport Teammates

Health Increase

Your maximum health is increased slightly. This effect lasts for 1 day of gameplay.

This temporary power is awarded for villains that complete the Brickstown Mayhem Mission for the first time and that are at least level 35.

Duration	24 hours of game time
Effects	Self Auto: +Max Health

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Any debt you incur is reduced. This effect lasts for 2 days of gameplay.

This temporary power is awarded to villains that complete the Founders Falls Mayhem Mission for the first time.

Duration	48 hours of game time
Effects	Debt Protection

Raid Side Mission Rewards

These Temporary Powers are awarded during Raid Side Missions.

EMP Glove

This glove can deliver a high power, focused Electromagnetic Pulse to a target. Deals good damage and can drain endurance from the target. Very effective against machines of all types. The EMP Glove has 10 charges.

Duration	10 uses
Effects	Ranged Energy Damage, Foe: -Endurance

Flamethrower

This is a Flamethrower. It sets enemies on fire. It may do so 15 times.

Duration	15 uses
Effects	Damage over Time(Fire)

Kinetic Shield

Kinetic Shield creates a harmonic Energy Aura that can deflect physical attacks. Your defense to smashing and lethal attacks is increased as weapons and powers like bullets, blades and punches tend to deflect off the shield. The energy based nature of Kinetic Shield also offers soe minimal defense to energy attacks. You may use this power for a total of 30 minutes usage time.

Duration	30 minutes usage
Effects	Toggle: Self: +Defense(Smashing, Lethal, Energy)

Long Bow

This bow is crafted of a fine metal alloy. You have 30 arrows.

Duration	30 uses
Damage	Moderate Damage(Lethal)
Effects	Ranged

Shotgun

Good at close range. Fires a cone of Buckshot pellets and can knock some foes down.

Duration	15 uses
Recharge	Moderate
Damage	Moderate Damage(Lethal)
Effects	Ranged (Cone), Foe: Knockback

Stealth Suit

Stealth Suit blends into your environment and can only be seen at very close range. If you attack while using this power, you will be discovered and lose your defense bonus. While invisible, your movement is slowed. You may use this power for a total of 30 minutes usage time. The Stealth Suit will not work with any other form of self-targeted concealment power. You can only carry 1 Stealth Suit at a time.

Duration	30 minutes of usage
Effects	Toggle: Self Stealth, +Defense

Tear Gas

A Tear Gas grenade leaves foes in the effected area choking and helpless. You have 12 grenades.

Duration	12 uses
Effects	Ranged (Targeted Area of Effect), Foe: Hold

Wave Scrambler

This device was built to interface with Clockwork's energy signals within its conical area of effect. The Wave Scrambler has 30 charges.

Duration	30 uses
Effects	Cone Special Damage, Foe: -Recharge

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Contents

Overview

Powers

Amy's Ward

Arachnoid Gas

Biological Mutagens

Blackwand

Bow and Arrow

Build Snow Beast

Chemical Burn

Combat Invisibility

Confiscated Beanbag

Coral Amulet

Coral Hammer

Coral Shards

Crey Narcotic

Cryonite Armor

Divining Rod

Electromagnetic Grenades

EMP Glove

Empowered Center of the Wheel

Empowered Linchpin of the Wheel

Empowered Piece of the Wheel

Empowered Shard of the Wheel

Enchantment of Serafina

Extinguisher

Flashbang Grenades

Freakshow Disguise

Genetic Restabilizer

Ghostslayer Bomb

Ghostslayer Rifle

Goldbricker Rocket Pack

Holiday Rocket Pack

Holy Shotgun Shells

Hyper Phase

Hyper Stealth

Infected Anti-Serum

Iron Blade

Large Extinguisher

Lethargy Inducer

Loa Bone

Manifold Resonator

Med Kit

Nectar

Nemesis Staff

Nictus Absorption

Nictus Fragment

Nictus Gravitic Emanation

Nictus Shadow Step

Nuclear Blast

Nullifier Gun Prototype

Nullifier Gun Mk I

Ore Extractor

Particle Cannon

Plasmatic Taser

Psionic Activator

Psychic Cleaver

Resonance Disrupter

Ring of Pain

Rock

Rune of Warding

Sands of Mu

Scroll of Ruin

Shivan Shard

Sky Raider Flight Pack

Snowball

Soul Essence

Soul Trap

Spirit Potion

Stolen SMG

Summoning Amulet

Thermite Cannon

Vahzilok Wasting Disease

Undead Slaying Axe

Void Hunter Rifle

Warwolf Whistle

Wave Scrambler

Wedding Band