Vindicators

Overview

History

The Vindicators believe in second chances and are willing to see the good in heroes that might have previously strayed from the path. This can be seen most recently when they recruited Malaise into their ranks.

Villain types

Minions

Demon

These vicious creatures serve Infernal only because he forces them to. By subverting their will through the use of ancient mystic rituals he creates permanent servants. If his control begins to wane over a particular demon, he performs another ceremony and binds it permanently into his weapons or armor to increase their strength.

Powers

Flares Ranged, Moderate Damage (Fire), Damage over Time (Fire)
A quick attack that throws Flares at the target. Little damage, but very fast.

Fire Smash (Melee) Moderate Damage (Smash) Foe Knockback
Behemoth fire punch attack.

Scorch Melee, Moderate Damage over Time (Fire)
The Demon hands are engulfed in flames, igniting the target.

Fire Sword (Melee) Moderate Lethal (Fire, Lethal)
The Demon can summon a fire sword that sets foes ablaze. Sucessful attacks will also do a slight damage over time.

Invincibility Foe +Defense +Accuracy (special)
Your close proximity to the Infernal Demon is increasing it´s Defense and Accuracy. Get away if you can.

Resistance Minor Resistance (Fire)

Vulnerability Vulnerability (Cold)

Super Leap

Heroes

Aurora Borealis

Main Article: Aurora Borealis

Before the war, Aurora Scott was just a fledgling hero doing her best for the city she loved. Afterwards, she was something else entirely. Aurora played host to Sister Psyche's mind after the Freedom Phalanx heroine was injured in the war. After gladly sacrificing her autonomy so that Sister Psyche could continue to serve, Aurora's just now returning to her own life. And she's got a few bones to pick with the villains who flourished in her absence.

Powers

Flight Self flight
Aurora Borealis can fly!

Subdue Ranged, Psionic, Foe Immobilize
Subdue deals moderate damage and may leave the targeted foe Immobilized for a brief time. Immobilized foes can not move but can still attack.

Psychic Scream (Ranged) Cone, Moderate Damage (Psionic), Foe -Recharge
The howl of Psionic energy resonates in the mind of all foes within its conical area of effect.

Telekinetic Blast Ranged, Moderate Damage (Smash/Psionic), Foe Knockback
You can use Telekinesis to Blast a targeted foe with the power of your mind. This attack deals Smashing and Psionic damage, and can knock your opponent back. Damage: Moderate. Recharge: Moderate.

Will Domination (Ranged) Moderate Damage (Psionic), Foe Sleep (high)
This powerful attack is so painful, it usually renders its target inconscious. The victim is asleep, but will awaken if disturbed.

Scramble Thoughts (Ranged) Minor Damage (Psionic), Foe Stun (Moderate)
Painfully scrambles the synapses of a targeted foe, leaving him dramatically Disoriented for a short duration. Deals a little Psionic Damage. Damage: Minor, Recharge: Slow.

Psychic Wail (only level 32+) Point Blank Area of Effect, Extreme Damage (Psionic), Foe -Recharge
Psychic Wail is a devastating Psionic attack that wracks the minds of all nearby foes. Those that survive will have a severely reduced attack rate and may be left Disoriented. This power leaves you drained of Endurance and unable to recover Endurance for a time.

Light Torrent (Ranged) Cone Area of Effect, Moderate Damage (Energy/Smash), Foe Knockback
Unleashes a cone of light that knocks foes back.

Light Explosion (Ranged) Targeted Area of Effect, Moderate damage (Smash/Energy), Foe Knockback
Hurls a blast of charged light that violently explodes on impact, damaging all foes near the target.

Resistance Archvillain resistance

Infernal

Main Article: Infernal

A master of demon binding and summoning from another dimension, Infernal's boundless willpower allows him to control the many fiends he has forced into his service. As a member of the Vindicators, he often assists Numina of the Freedom Phalanx.

Powers

Fire Aura Minor Damage(Fire)

Flares Ranged, Minor Damage, Fire, Damage over Time, Fire
A quick attack that throws Flares at the target. Little damage, but very fast.

Fire Blast Ranged, Moderate Damage, Fire, Damage over Time, Fire
Sends a blast of fire at a targeted foe and sets the target on fire for a short period of time. Slower recharge rate than Flares, but more damage.

Fire Ball Ranged, Targeted Area of Effect, Moderate Damage, Fire/Smash, Damage over Time (Fire)
A Fireball consumes a targeted foe, and any other enemy in a tight radius. Anyone in that area is burned and damaged over a short period of time.

Fire Breath Cone, Moderate Damage over Time, Fire
Infernal breaths forth a cone of fire that burns all foes within it's narrow cone. Very accurate and very deadly at medium range.

Gash Melee, Moderate Damage (Lethal), Moderate Damage over Time (Fire), Foe Knockdown
Gashes your opponent with your Battle Axe. This attack is fairly quick for such a large weapon, and can knock down foes.

Chop Melee, High Damage (Lethal), Moderate Damage over Time (Fire), Foe Knockdown
The Chop deals heavy damage with your Battle Axe, although it is much slower than the Gash. This attack can knock down a target.

Beheader Melee, Superior Damage (Lethal), Moderate Damage over Time (Fire), Foe Knockdown
This is an attempt to remove your opponent's head from his neck with your Battle Axe. This attack is very slow, but can deal a lot damage and knock the target down.

Whirling Axe Melee, Point Blank Area of Effect, Moderate Damage, Lethal, Damage over Time (Fire), Foe Knockback
You spin your Battle Axe in a huge arc, attacking all nearby foes. This attack deals moderate damage to any foe it hits, and can knock them down.

Pendulum Melee, High Damage (Lethal), Moderate Damage over Time (Fire), Foe Knockback
This attack swings your Battle Axe in an arc directly in front of you. Foes struck by this attack are dealt heavy damage, and are knocked back.

Demon Summoning Summon 4-5 Demons
Infernal can summon demons if there is trouble.

Resistance +Resistance (Lethal, Smashing, Energy, Fire, Cold)

Resistance Archvillain Resistance

Luminary

Main Article: Luminary

The current Luminary is an android built by Positron to replace the original Luminary who retired in 1995. Far from being a cold machine, Luminary has developed a strong personality under the watchful gaze of the android Citadel of the Freedom Phalanx. Armed with powerful energy blasts, Luminary has become a shining example of heroism and progress for Paragon City.

Powers

Fly
Luminary can fly.

Power Bolt Ranged, Minor damage (Energy/Smash), Foe Knockdown
A quick attack that rapidly hurls small bolts of energy at foes, sometimes knocking them down. Fast, but little damage.

Power Blast Ranged, Moderate damage (Energy/Smash), Foe Knockback
A much more powerful, yet slower version of power bolt, Power Blast sends a focused beam of energy at a foe that can knock him back.

Energy Torrent Ranged (Cone), Moderate damage (Energy/Smash), Foe Knockback
Unleashes a cone of energy that knocks foes back.

Power Burst Close, High damage (Energy/Smash), Foe Knockback
A short range, but devastating attack. Power Burst unleashes a massive amount of energy dealing very high damage at short distances. The impact from this burst often knocks back most foes.

Explosive Blast Ranged (Targeted Area of Effect), Moderate damage (Smash/Energy), Foe Knockback
Hurls a blast of charged energy that violently explodes on impact, damaging all foes near the target.

Nova PBAoE, Extreme damage (Energy/Smash), Knockback, Self: -Recovery

Power Thrust Melee, Minor damage (Energy/Smash), Foe Knockback
A focused attack that violently shoves the target and sends him flying. Deals minimal damage, but can be very effective. Damage: Minor, Recharge: Moderate.

Energy Punch Melee, Moderate damage (Smash/Energy), Foe Disorient
Powerful focused punch that may Disorient your opponent!

Bone Smasher Melee, High damage (Smash/Energy), Foe Disorient
The Bone Smasher is a slow attack, but makes up for it with a greater damage. Has a greater chance to Disorient than Energy Punch.

Whirling Hands Point Blank Area of Effect, Melee, Moderate damage (Smash/Energy)
Launches a dizzying attack against everything in a nearby area.

Total Focus Melee, Extreme damage (Energy/Smash), Disorient
You have been disoriented.

EM Pulse PBAoE, Hold, -Endurance, -Regen, Special vs. Robots, Self: -Recovery

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high),Smashing, Lethal, Psionic Resistance (moderate)

Malaise

File:Malaise 01.jpg

Malaise

Main Article: Malaise

Jean-Pierre Lourdin was not always a hero. He began his career as a villain in Europe, using the twisted images in his mind to commit robberies. With INTERPOL hot on his trail he landed in Paragon City, where his broken thoughts were detected by Sister Psyche. She confronted him and after an intense battle was able to subdue him.

She spent months healing the damage to his mind and has taught him more productive uses of his abilities. Sister Psyche vouched for him with the authorities and he has been allowed to help with the current crisis in Paragon City. Many are keeping a watchful eye on Malaise, however, for signs of his madness returning.

Powers

Spectral Wounds Ranged, high damage (Psionic), +Special

Blind Ranged (targeted AoE), moderate damage (Psionic), Hold/Sleep

Deceive Ranged, Confuse

Flash PBAoE, Hold

Spectral Army Summon 3 Spectral Soldiers

Spectral Terror Summon Terror: Ranged Fear

Spectral Servant Summon Spectral Servant

Transfusion Ranged, -Endurance, -Regeneration, Team: Heal

Siphon Power Ranged, -damage, Team: +damage

Tenebrous Tentacles Ranged (Cone), moderate damage(Negative/Smash), Immobilize, -Accuracy

Night Fall Ranged (Cone), moderate damage (Negative), -Accuracy

Torrent Ranged (Cone), minor damage (Smashing), -Accuracy, Knockback

Resistance Energy and Negative Energy Resistance (moderate)

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high)

Ms. Liberty

Main Article: Ms. Liberty

Megan is the daughter of the original Miss Liberty from the Golden Age. She has taken up the mantle to fight for freedom, in this specific case to free Paragon City from its villain infestation. She has heightened strength and endurance as well as the power of the Liberty Belt, which was passed on to her by her grandmother.

Powers

Thunder Kick Melee, minor damage(Smash), minor Disorient

Storm Kick Melee, moderate damage(Smash)

Cobra Strike Melee, minor damage(Smash), Disorient

Crane Kick Melee, high damage(Smash), Knockback

Crippling Axe Kick Melee, moderate damage (Smash), Immobilize, -Speed, -Fly

Eagle’s Claw Melee, superior damage(Smash), minor Disorient, +Special

Temp Invulnerability Self +Resistance(Smash, Lethal)

Dull Pain Self Heal, +Max Health

Unstoppable Self, +Resistance(Disorient, Sleep, Hold, Immobilize, Knockback, all damage but Psionics)

Lightning Bolt Ranged, high damage (Energy), -Endurance

Thunder Strike Melee high damage (Smash), Disorient, Knockback

Super Leap

Resistance Resistance: Smashing, Lethal

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high)

Mynx

Main Article: Mynx

Katherine Stevens was a young college student who was transformed against her will by cruel Crey experimentation. After escaping from Crey, she was discovered on the streets by Synapse, of the Freedom Phalanx, who helped her regain control and recover her memory. Now she uses her superhuman reflexes and implanted battle claws to hunt crime in the urban jungle of Paragon City.

Powers

Strike Melee, Moderate Damage (Lethal)
You perform a Strike with your claws. This is a basic attack that deals a moderate amount of lethal damage.

Slash Melee, Moderate Damage (Lethal), Foe -Defense
You perform a Slash with your claws, dealing a good amount of lethal damage, but with a longer recharge rate than Swipe or Strike. This attack can reduce a target's Defense, making him easier to hit.

Spin Melee, Point Blank Area of Effect, Moderate Damage (Lethal)
Mynx spins around with claws extended, slicing up all the nearby enemies

Follow Up Melee, Moderate Damage (Lethal), Self +Damage
You perform a feint attack that deals moderate damage. After this attack hits, it gives you a large bonus to Accuracy and Damage for a brief time.

Focus Ranged, High Damage (Lethal), Foe Knockback
Mynx can project a burst of focused power. Focus only travels a short distance, but it can also knock down foes.

Shockwave Melee (Cone), Moderate Damage (Lethal), Foe Knockback
Projects a Shockwave of focused power that can travel a short distance. Shockwave travels in a wide arc in front of you dealing moderate lethal damage and possibly knocking back foes

Focused Fighting Self +Defense (Melee), +Resistance (Confuse, Defense Debuff)
You become more evasive to melee, ranged and area of effect attacks. Your Focus also offers you resistance to Confuse effects and allows you to perceive stealthy foes.

Feral Flurry Melee, Moderate Damage over Time (Lethal), Foe -Defense
Unleashes a super fast Flurry of claws to slash your foe.

Super Leap
Mynx can jump real high.

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high)

(Levels 46–54 only)

Eviscerate Melee (Cone), Superior damage (Lethal), +Special

Quickness Auto Self +Recharge, +Speed, Resistance(Slow)

Elude Self +Defense, + Speed, +Recovery, +Resistance(Defense Debuff), +Special

Swan

Main Article: Swan

Lena Elliot was touched by magic from the moment she was born on the Vernal Equinox. Both her parents were powerful mystics, and performed a ceremony to bless Lena’s birth. Shortly after her 21st birthday, Lena’s parents were caught in the middle of a battle between the Circle of Thorns and the 5th Column. The groups were seeking a pair of rings that had been in the Elliot family for generations. Lena’s powers manifested, and she instinctively protected herself and her parents. Manticore had been following the 5th Column group and came to the Elliots’ aid. The battle was going poorly, when Lena lashed out with her psychic abilities, stunning many of the villains. Manticore mopped up the rest, but not before the 5th Column managed to escape with Lena’s parents. Manticore offered Lena the chance to fight at his side, and she jumped at the opportunity. As Swan, she aids him in his relentless war against the 5th Column, in the hopes that one day she will find her parents alive.

Powers

Subdue Ranged, Moderate damage(Psionic), Immobilize

Psionic Lance Ranged, minor damage (Psionic), target -Recharge

Psychic Scream Ranged (Cone), moderate damage (Psionic), -Recharge

Telekinetic Blast Melee, minor damage(Psionic/Smash), Knockback

Will Domination Ranged, high damage(Psionic), Sleep

Scramble Thoughts Ranged, minor damage (Psionic), Disorient

Repel Self AoE Knockback

Siphon Power Ranged, -damage, team: +damage

Siphon Speed Ranged, -Speed, self: +Speed, +Recharge

Fulcrum Shift Ranged (AoE), -damage, team: +damage

Psychic Shockwave Close (AoE), high damage (Psionic), Disorient, -Recharge

Fly

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high), Negative Energy Resistance (low), Psionic Resistance (moderate)

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high)

Valkyrie

Main Article: Valkyrie

Valerie Kellum was an archeologist who discovered what she first took for an ancient spear. A more careful examination led to the realization that the spear had a technological component. She traveled around Europe looking for ideas about its origin and ended up in a local Crey facility. When a Crey security team tried to take the weapon from her, it activated and injected Valerie with advanced nanites that transformed her into Valkyrie, an extraordinary warrior with a completely different personality. She broke free and traveled to Paragon City where Positron is helping her come to terms with her new identity.

Powers

Exploding Spear Ranged AoE Lethal (high), Smashing (low), Knockback

Hack Melee, high damage (Lethal), -Defense
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Slash Melee, moderate damage(Lethal), -Defense
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Slice Melee (Cone), moderate damage(Lethal), -Defense
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Parry Melee, minor damage (Lethal), Self +Def (Melee, Lethal)
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Flying Swords Ranged Lethal (high), Defense Debuff (high)
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Whirling Sword PBAoE Melee, moderate damage (Lethal), -Defense
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Disembowel Melee, Superior damage (Lethal), Knockup, -Defense
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Head Splitter Melee, Extreme damage (Lethal), Knockback, -Defense
Valkyrie has lowered your defense with her Broad Sword.

Rise of the Valkyrie Resurrect
Should you fall in battle, you can Revive yourself from the brink of death. You will revive with most of your Hit Points and half your Endurance and be protected from XP Debt for 20 seconds.

Once Rise of the Valkyrie is activated, Moment of Glory will be automatically activated.

Moment of Glory Self +Resistances (All Damage but Psionics), -Hit Points
When you activate this power, you lose almost all of your Hit Points and can no longer Regenerate Hit Points, However, you become Resistant to all damage types except Psionics, recover Endurance more quickly, and are highly resistant to Sleep, Disorient, Immobilization, and Hold effects.

Moment of Glory is only used after Rise of the Valkyrie is activated.

Resistance Lethal Resistance (moderate), Smashing Resistance (low)

Resistance Protection against Stun, Hold, Fear, Confuse, Knockback (high), Resistance to all debuffs (high)

Woodsman

File:The Woodsman.jpg

Woodsman

Main Article: Woodsman

The Woodsman was once a renowned hero who helped keep the world of mankind in balance with the forces of nature, fighting against those who would destroy or corrupt nature for their own ends. He came to a tragic end when he was captured by the Devouring Earth, who used his link with the earth to destroy Woodvale and carve out their own territories. Though the Woodsman's physical body perished at the hands of the Devouring Earth, his spirit was freed through the actions of the city's heroes. Now he lives on as a spirit of nature, at one with the wild places of the Earth, helping heroes carry on the fight for the safety of the world.

Powers

Entangle Ranged, moderate Damage over Time (Smashing, Lethal), Immobilize