Mission:Destiny Follows - Part Three: Double Agent

Part Three: Double Agent

Briefing

Now that we know that Longbow's involved, we know what kind of budget is backing our friend Baron Zukor. I think an investigation is in order. We know the locations of some nearby Longbow outposts, but...

Ruben flips through a few pages in his notebook. After perusing the pages for a moment, he lets out an exasperated sigh.

The problem I have is that I'm a little low on personnel, lately. The base you hit was only one of many, Character. I've been getting intermittent reports of Destined One attacks all day. I simply don't have the resources to mount an incursion into a Longbow stronghold at the moment.

Now, we could have you go in there and investigate yourself, but that presents a whole slew of new problems.

• Foremost being, how do I do that without blowing my cover?

Exactly. My recommendation is that you assume the identity of an Arachnos agent. I'll see what I can scrounge up for you to wear.

This way, you'll have at least some freedom to investigate without immediately tipping your hand to Zukor.

Just... try to be discreet, if you can. They probably have an extensive file on you, and the disguise won't mask your powers. Get in, find whatever info you can, and get out.

Unnecessary Solicitation

We need to do this fast, Character. There's no telling when you'll get another summons from Zukor.

Mission Objective(s)

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Longbow shouldn't see you as anything more than a simple Arachnos agent.
...Hopefully.

• Investigate Zukor's Connection with Longbow
  • Access the Longbow database
  • Fend off the Longbow security teams!

You infiltrated the Longbow base and learned about the Suggestion Engine.

Arachnos Disguise Special Bane Spider Ruben provided you with this Arachnos uniform to ensure you are not held responsible for your actions. It's a bit uncomfortable, but it is a small price to pay for the chance to cause some mayhem!

Longbow Dialogue

Before Combat:

Longbow Rifleman: Do you really think this is going to work?

Longbow Warden: Zukor can be trusted. We just need to buy him enough time to succeed.

Combat Start:

Longbow Rifleman: That's time we might not have! Look alive!

Longbow Database

Briefing

It appears that one of the nearby Longbow has done you the favor of logging into this database for you. How considerate.

MISSION DATABASE MAIN PAGE

PLEASE ENTER QUERY

• (Search for anything related to Baron Zukor)

A number of pages appear after the search completes. A few contain snippets and references to Zukor from years past - apparently he originates from Paragon City - but one page in particular catches your eye:

MISSION ID #58329 - OPERATION DESTINY FOLLOWS

CONTRACTED AGENT - Baron Zukor

ASSETS PROVIDED - Suggestion Engine (PROTOTYPE); Squadron Epsilon-One-Nine (ROLE: SUPPORT/GUARD; PERIOD: 3 MONTHS)

MISSION GOALS:

1) Disruption of Arachnos Destined One program (FILE #07531)

2) Temporary Acquisition of Destined One forces as future assets for MISSION ID #54797 - OPERATION CAP D'ANGE

3) Disruption of Arachnos defenses, in support of MISSION ID #54797 - OPERATION CAP D'ANGE

• (Search the term 'Cap d'Ange')

The first page in your search appears to describe Longbow's long-term plans to occupy Cap au Diable:

MISSION ID #54797 - OPERATION CAP D'ANGE

PRIORITY: FUSCHIA

PHASE 1 - Disrupt Arachnos defenses and prepare forces for occupation

PHASE 2 - Advance occupation force; Removal of key Arachnos defenses; Occupation of Aeon City

PHASE 3 - Occupation reinforcement; Interface with local populace; Removal of all Arachnos defenses; Establish perimeter fortifications

• (Search the term 'Suggestion Engine')

The first page in your search appears to describe an interesting prototype mind-altering device:

ASSET ID #57331 - SUGGESTION ENGINE (PROTOTYPE)

FUNCTION:

Amplify and alter existing psychic emanations for the purpose of long-term, low-risk psychic coercion.

METHOD:

The Suggestion Engine absorbs psychic energy from a trained psychic and emanates that energy in the form of a low-yield wave pulse. Rather than affecting the target mind directly, it amplifies directives given to the target, making them more likely to follow instructions or believe fabricated statements.

LIMITATIONS:

While the Suggestion Engine's wave pulse can amplify the statements of any individual, it must be consistently recharged with psychic emanations in order to function properly. Furthermore, it must be calibrated to a specific individual psychic's wavelength, and cannot absorb emanations from any psychic it has not been previously calibrated for.

CURRENT STATUS:

On loan to Baron Zukor (CONTRACTED AGENT) for the purposes of field testing; implemented as part of MISSION ID #58329 - OPERATION DESTINY FOLLOWS.

• (Download all relevant pages and log off)

Ambush! Upon accessing the Longbow Database, you will be ambushed by one wave of Longbow that is different from the Longbow Security Teams.

Longbow Security Team Dialogue

Combat Start:

Longbow Warden: Find the intruder! We cannot let our operations be compromised!

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Combat Start:

Longbow Warden: It's just one agent! Take him / her out, NOW!

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Combat Start:

Longbow Warden: There's something odd about this one... he / she doesn't move like a normal agent...

Enemies

Longbow

Debriefing

Amazing find, Character. Thanks to the info you've gathered, we now have a clear picture of how Zukor is manipulating the Destined Ones.

To be honest, 'Operation Cap d'Ange' doesn't tell me anything new, other than the fact that Longbow is completely devoid of originality. We had already guessed what their plans were in Cap; it's essentially the same plan they implemented in Mercy Island.

This Suggestion Engine, though... it sounds like it's truly a remarkable device. It appears that it's currently calibrated to Zukor's psychic wavelength, so we're not going to be able to charge it ourselves. However, the schematics imply that once the Engine is charged, anyone can use it to 'persuade' their targets.

I think you know where I'm going with this.