Mission:The Emperor's Sword - Part One: Secret Police

Part One: Secret Police

Mission Briefing

The Resistance and Vanguard have managed to take part of Imperial City. We've pushed the forces of the IDF back, and even gained some support from several members of the PPD; most notably from MICIR, the Ministry of Information Criminal Investigation and Research.

As we speak, our forces have surrounded Praetor Sinclair's skyscraper. There's a small army of IDF inside, guarding, and probably destroying, all evidence that is within the building. Unfortunately, Sinclair's assistant, Tami Baker, is nowhere to be found.

We're currently at a stand off and can't risk a push inside. Our forces are too spread out throughout Imperial City.

• So you're asking me to go in to shift the balance.

Exactly. Your presence there can help sway the battle. We need to take this foothold in Imperial City if we're going to push through and take Nova Praetoria.

We can get you to our staging ground. From there, you'll need to recover whatever evidence you can find within Sinclair's tower, then find Sinclair himself. Don't kill him, though. I want that honor for myself.

We'll speak again once the skyscraper is taken. Vetrano out.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Belladonna's line is silent.

Mission Objective(s)

The business atmosphere of Imperial City has been replaced by one of war. Gun fire rings out in the city streets and smoke rises from the skyscrapers.

• Take Control of Sinclair's Skyscraper
  • 3 pieces of evidence to find.
  • Rescue Provost Marchand

Sinclair is gone, but you discovered what his next plot is; finding the sword, Excalibur!

Robert Flores

Chief Interrogator Washington

You've done a lot for Praetoria, Character. I know it wasn't easy for you to help me with Cleopatra, but it had to be done.

I believe Praetor White has recovered from the incident after speaking with Emperor Cole, though I tend to go not too close to him. You understand, I'm sure. At any rate, I wish you the best luck in Primal Earth. I hope that you can do what you can to prevent a war from breaking out. There are a lot of good men and women in the PPD. I wouldn't want to see their lives lost if there is a peaceful way around things.

Just remember, there may come a point where you can't do anything else to help those people.When that time comes, you'll need to do what's best for Praetoria.

I'll do my best, Washington.

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IDF Chatter

Ranger: Today is not Praetoria's last day. We will survive, we will flourish!

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Seeker: This is where we take back Praetoria!

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BCU: Never did I think I would see Imperial City burn like this... they will all pay!

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Seeker: We hold the line! Sinclair has a plan to stop all of this!

	The Excalibur
	You found a document detailing the existence of the sword, Excalibur. Sinclair's agents previously believed that there was no point in looking for the sword, as Emperor Cole had enough power as it was. However, recent events have caused Sinclair to open the case back up, stating that Excalibur must be found in order to help push back the 'chaos of Primal Earth'.

	The Destined Wielder
	You found a file that has information regarding a man who is destined to wield the sword, Excalibur. Sinclair states that a man named Pendragon may be the 'chosen' wielder of the sword. If he could be found, then perhaps he could be persuaded to wield the sword for Emperor Cole.

Black Swan

You were able to locate a dossier on Black Swan, one of Praetor Sinclair's aids. She has been kept out of the public light due to her shadowy nature. She has complete control over a 'shadow realm' and can also exert control over people or items who she is able to link to said realm. Sinclair believes that Black Swan could be a useful tool in the search for Excalibur and controlling Pendragon. The only issue would be finding Pendragon's location.

Provost Marchand Dialogue

Before Combat:

War Walker: Orders received. Eliminate Provost Marchand.

Provost Marchand: Sinclair has gone mad! He will NOT get away with this!

Combat Start:

War Walker: Interference detected by Character. Reporting issue to Sinclair.

Provost Marchand: You! Character! You must give me a hand!

Upon Rescue:

Provost Marchand: Thank you, Character. I had a feeling this day would come.

Provost Marchand: I knew that no good would come out of starting a war with Primal Earth... I regret that I could do nothing else to stop it.

Provost Marchand: I assume you found details on what Sinclair is up to. I shall relay what I found on my end. He must be stopped, for Praetoria.

Reviving Shadow Hunter

Provost Marchand told you what he discovered... 'Sinclair has gone mad. He has left with that witch, Black Swan, in order to revive Shadow Hunter! The 'man' was killed by Hamidon some time ago, but his spirit lingers in the Night Ward. Sinclair believes that Shadow Hunter can be used to track down both Pendragon and the sword, Excalibur. This is insanity, Character. The once proud state of Praetoria has turned to chasing fairy tales in order to win. I'm... ashamed of it all. You must travel to Night Ward and stop Shadow Hunter from being revived. The reign of insane super-powered individuals must come to an end. I will meet with the Resistance and see what I can do... there are still a few loose ends I wish to tie up.'

Enemies

Imperial Defense Force

Notable NPCs

• War Walker (Imperial Defense Force Boss)

Debriefing

This is ridiculous, Character. Sinclair and Black Swan are chasing after some sort of magical sword? Does he really believe that an ancient legend will help save Tyrant in these final moments?

I don't believe in such things, but if Sinclair does, then it can only mean he's desperate. Excalibur may or may not exist, but if he and Black Swan revive Shadow Hunter and gain control over Pendragon... it could cause us problems.