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| ==== {{UL|Stop the Warriors from stealing the museum's artifacts}} ====
| | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Stop the Warriors from stealing the museum's artifacts}} |
| | | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Take the artifact piece to Azuria}} |
| '''Briefing'''
| | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Get the relic fragment back from the Tsoo}} |
| | | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Collect the piece of the Wheel of Destruction}} |
| Looks like the [[Warriors]] are at it again. They've broken into the warehouse where the museum was storing next month's feature exhibit. Whatever they're looking for, we need to keep it out of their hands. {{Green|Please go stop the Warriors from stealing the museum's artifacts.}}
| | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Take the pieces to Azuria}} |
| | | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Patrol Independence Port}} |
| '''Mission Acceptance'''
| | {{Mission:The Wheel of Destruction - Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual}}<noinclude>[[Category:Hero Story Arcs|Wheel of Destruction]]</noinclude> |
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| I am not sure how long they will be there, so move as quickly as you can.
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| As far as I know, the Warriors are still hunting around in that warehouse. I need you to get over there.
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=The door shows signs of forced entry, and several crates seem to have been hastily searched.|Primary=Stop gang leader and his crew|Secondary=Rescue the artifact|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated the Warriors and recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.}}
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=This oddly shaped chunk of stone looks like it might be a part of a wheel or a disk. There are strange runes covering its surface.}} | |
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| '''Enemies'''
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| {{Enemy Warriors}}
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| '''Notable NPCs'''
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| * Anton {{Named|Faction=Warriors|Type=Slasher Elite}}
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| {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Warrior Patrols|text=
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| ''Before Combat''
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| :'''Warrior 1:''' Anton demands the Wheel of Destruction!
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| :'''Warrior 2:''' We shall find it, never fear.
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| {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Anton|text='''Before Combat:''' The piece of the Wheel of Destruction must be here somewhere.<br />'''Combat Start:''' Let's make this quick!}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| The Warriors said this was a piece of the Wheel of Destruction? Interesting. I wonder how many other pieces there are.
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| From the looks of it, there are at least two more pieces to this Wheel of Destruction. It is likely the [[Banished Pantheon]] will be searching for these pieces as well. This marking upon it is the symbol of Kali.
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| ==== {{UL|Take the artifact piece to Azuria}} ====
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| '''Briefing'''
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| One of my heroes found this broken piece of stone while he was stopping a [[Banished Pantheon]] plot. It looks familiar, and I need to find out more about it. {{Green|Can you take the artifact piece to [[Azuria]]?}} I'd really like to have her opinion.
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| '''Mission Acceptance'''
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| My instincts tell me that this thing is important. Watch out for trouble.
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| ''Here is the relic piece. See those strange markings? I bet Azuria can tell us about them.''
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=This stone wedge looks like it might be a part of a wheel or a disk. It is covered with strange runes.}} | |
| {{Ambush|Upon accepting this mission, a hero will be ambushed by a group of Tsoo.}}
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| Get that relic piece over to [[Azuria]] as fast as possible.
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Deliver artifact to Azuria|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=}}
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| {{Mission Briefing|Type=Debriefing|Contact=Azuria|Text=Where did you find this? It appears to be one of the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction! You are meant to keep this, {{Character}}. Do not question me; many villains in [[Paragon City]] would kill to have the fully assembled Wheel of Destruction.}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| If Azuria said you are meant to hold onto it, then that is what you should do. She is never wrong about things like that.
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| From the looks of it, there are at least two more pieces to this Wheel of Destruction. It is likely the Banished Pantheon will be searching for these pieces as well. This marking upon it is the symbol of Kali.
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| ==== {{UL|Get the relic fragment back from the Tsoo}} ====
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| '''Briefing'''
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| I just found out why the [[Tsoo]] tried to steal that piece of the Wheel of Destruction from you. They already have one of the other pieces! {{Green|We need to get that relic fragment back from the Tsoo.}}
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| '''Mission Acceptance'''
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| We both know they won't give it up without a fight, {{Character}}.
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| You have to get that last piece of the Wheel of Destruction away from the Tsoo!
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=A cloying smell of spices fills the air. The Banished Pantheon must be here somewhere.|Primary=Stop villain leaders and their crews|Secondary=Find the relic piece|Additional=|Completion=You defeated the villains and recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.}} | |
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| '''Note:''' There are no named leaders. Clearing the last room will fulfill the primary objective.
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| '''Enemies'''
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| {{Enemy Tsoo}}
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| {{Enemy Banished Pantheon}}
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| {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Banished Pantheon Patrol|text=
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| ''Before Combat''
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| :'''Pantheon Minion 1:''' We've got to find that piece!
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| :'''Pantheon Minion 2:''' Lughebu will be pleased!
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| {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Villain "Leaders"|text=
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| ''Before Combat''
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| :'''Pantheon Minion:''' You are pitiful weaklings.
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| :'''Tsoo Minion:''' Ooo. Scary.
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| ''Combat Start''
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| :'''Panthon Minion:''' You will not keep us from our prize!
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| :'''Tsoo Minion:''' I'm going to smash your face in.
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| }}
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| ''You recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.''
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=This rod bears the symbol of Kali, the Black Madness. It is undoubtedly the linchpin of the Wheel of Destruction.}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| The Wheel of Destruction is slowly coming together. Good work, {{Character}}. | |
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| ==== {{UL|Collect the piece of the Wheel of Destruction}} ====
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| '''Briefing'''
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| After calling around, I found another piece of the Wheel of Destruction. The CEO of Vorhight Industries is using it as a conversation piece in his office. I told him of its origin, and now he can't wait to get it out of his hands. I just need you to run over to the office and collect the piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
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| '''Mission Acceptance'''
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| If the [[Banished Pantheon]] caught wind of this, there's no doubt they'll be after that piece too.
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| Get over to Vorhight Industries and collect that piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=As you enter the office, you notice the scent of an exotic spice. It's a smell you associate with the Banished Pantheon Husks.|Primary=Defeat cult leader, his coven|Secondary=Obtain artifact|Additional=|Completion=You have defeated the Banished Pantheon and recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.}} | |
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| '''Enemies'''
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| {{Enemy Banished Pantheon}}
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| '''Notable NPCs'''
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| * T'Gaar {{Named|Faction=Banished Pantheon|Type=Storm Shaman}}
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| {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=T'Gaar|text='''Before Combat:''' I can sense the Wheel.<br />'''Combat Start:''' Slay all who oppose us.}}
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| ''You recovered another piece of the Wheel of Destruction.''
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=This small, cylindrical piece of metal looks like it might fit between the two pieces of stone you have. Stamped into its side is a the symbol of Kali, the Hindu goddess of destruction.}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| Thanks for keeping that piece of the Wheel of Destruction out of the Pantheon's hands. Yes, I can see how it fits with the other pieces you found. We are close to completing the entire Wheel of Destruction.
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| ==== {{UL|Take the pieces to Azuria}} ====
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| '''Briefing'''
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| Thanks to your hard work, we now have all four pieces of the Wheel of Destruction. {{Green|I'd like you to take the pieces to [[Azuria]].}} She can have the Wheel of Destruction analyzed and assembled.
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| '''Mission Acceptance'''
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| The [[Banished Pantheon|Pantheon]] may will make a last ditch attempt to get all the pieces. | |
| {{Ambush|Upon accepting this mission, a hero will be ambushed by a group of Banished Pantheon.}}
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| I would feel a lot better knowing the Wheel of Destruction is at [[MAGI]].
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Take artifact pieces to Azuria|Secondary=|Additional=|Completion=}}
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| '''Enemies'''
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| {{Enemy Banished Pantheon}}
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| {{Mission Briefing|Type=Debriefing|Contact=Azuria|Text=I will put some of our most talented mystics to work studying these pieces of the Wheel of Destruction. If we need further assistance from you, I will make sure you are contacted. You can rest assured that the Wheel of Destruction will be carefully warded against further incursions by the Banished Pantheon.}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| It's a relief to have the Wheel of Destruction in the hands of the experts at [[MAGI]]. You did a great job with this, {{Character}}.
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| I hope the Divinations group over at [[MAGI]] can unlock the secrets of the Wheel of Destruction.
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| ==== {{UL|Patrol Independence Port}} ====
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| '''Briefing'''
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| You look like you could use an easy task, {{Character}}. After all your work retrieving the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction, you deserve it. {{Green|Hey, could you patrol [[Independence Port]] for me?}} [[The Family]] has been extorting protection money out of the business owners over there.
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| '''Mission Acceptance'''
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| Thanks again for all the help you've been giving me, {{Character}}.
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| Some of those patrol boxes still haven't been checked.
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=|Primary=Patrol, stop Family extortion|Secondary= Visit 5 locations|Additional=|Completion=}} | |
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| '''Enemies'''
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| {{Enemy The Family}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| I just got a call from [[MAGI|MAGI's]] Divinations group. The [[Banished Pantheon]] broke into their vault and stole those artifact pieces you collected! According to the seers, the Pantheon plans to perform a ritual to empower and assemble the Wheel of Destruction. You have to stop the ritual!
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| I have MAGI scrying for the current location of the Wheel of Destruction.
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| ==== {{UL|Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual}} ====
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| '''Briefing'''
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| We have to recover those relic pieces the [[Banished Pantheon]] stole from [[MAGI]]. Otherwise, they'll assemble the Wheel of Destruction and empower it!
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| MAGI's seers have pinpointed the location where the Pantheon is trying to empower the pieces, under the direction of a cultist called Archos. I'm counting on you to prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing this ritual, {{Character}}.
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| {{Orange|'''You only have 90 minutes to stop the ritual.'''}}
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| '''Mission Acceptance'''
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| According to my sources, the ritual is taking place in the old {{Blue|'''Shady Pines Graveyard'''}}. I've called for an emergency force field to lock the situation down until you arrive. The Pantheon may have already empowered the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction, but the assembly should take a while. To stop them, all you need to do is find one piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
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| {{Orange|'''You're going to have to take the train to get there. Go to any train station and select Shady Pines Graveyard as your destination.'''}}
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| '''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
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| You've got to stop the ritual to empower the Wheel of Destruction!
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| {{Mission Objective|Entrance=You feel the presence of powerful otherworld entities looking down on you. Banished Pantheon missions always give you the creeps.|Primary=Defeat Archos and his coven - 1:30 timed|Secondary=Close portal, 4 artifact pieces to find|Additional=|Completion=You have succeeded in stopping the ritual. You now possess all the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction.}}
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| '''Enemies'''
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| {{Enemy Banished Pantheon}}
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| '''Notable NPCs'''
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| * Archos {{Named|Faction=Banished Pantheon|Type=Death Shaman}}
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| {{Cutscene|Char=Archos|Text=[[File:Archos.jpg|200px|thumb|right]]Soon we will roll destruction throughout this so-called city of paragons!}}
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| {{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Archos|text='''Before Combat:''' Soon we will roll destruction throughout this so-called city of paragons!<br />'''Combat Start:''' Nothing must stop the ritual!}}
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=This wedge of stone now glows with an eerie, purple light.}}
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=This large chunk of stone now bears the glowing, purple outline of a heart. It is painful to look at for more than a few seconds.}}
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=The metal cylinder you found has now turned to a dark rust color. It looks like dried blood and is hot to the touch.}}
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| {{Mission Clue|Name=Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction|Text=The linchpin is now very hot. It has darkened in color and hums faintly in your hand.}}
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| '''Temporary Powers'''
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| Clicking a treasure chest will give you the [[Empowered Center of the Wheel]].
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| {{PowerBox|Icon=Temporary_CenterOfTheWheel.png|Name=Empowered Center of the Wheel|Effect= Melee, Moderate Damage (Fire/Lethal)|Desc=This metal rod has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you can summon a Sword of Flame.}}
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| Clicking a treasure chest will give you the [[Empowered Linchpin of the Wheel]].
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| {{PowerBox|Icon=Temporary_LinchpinOfTheWheel.png|Name=Empowered Linchpin of the Wheel|Effect=Toggle: Self +Resistance (Smash, Lethal, Energy, Negative)|Desc=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.}}
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| Clicking a treasure chest will give you the [[Empowered Piece of the Wheel]].
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| {{PowerBox|Icon=Temporary_PieceOfTheWheel.png|Name=Empowered Piece of the Wheel| Effect=Ranged, Moderate Damage (Fire)|Desc=This broken piece of an ancient artifact has been empowered by the [[Banished Pantheon]]. While carrying it, you have the power to launch a torrent of flames at your opponents.}}
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| Clicking a treasure chest will give you the [[Empowered Shard of the Wheel]].
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| {{PowerBox|Icon=Temporary_ShardOfTheWheel.png|Name=Empowered Shard of the Wheel|Effect=Melee, Minor Damage (Fire)|Desc=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.}}
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| '''Debriefing'''
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| [[Azuria]] couldn't be more grateful. She's promised to personally take charge of warding the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction against further Banished Pantheon raids. You followed this one all the way through to the end, {{Character}}. Good work.
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| <noinclude>[[Category:Hero Story Arcs|Wheel of Destruction]]</noinclude> | |
The Wheel of Destruction (20-24)
Template:Souvenir Hub of the Wheel of Destruction
Start of Story Arc
The Wheel of Destruction may start with either the Stop the Warriors from stealing the museum's artifacts mission, or the Take the artifact piece to Azuria mission. Whichever mission didn't start the arc will be the second mission in the arc.
Additionally, the third and fourth mission can occur in either order.
Stop the Warriors from stealing the museum's artifacts
Briefing
Looks like the Warriors are at it again. They've broken into the warehouse where the museum was storing next month's feature exhibit. Whatever they're looking for, we need to keep it out of their hands. Please go stop the Warriors from stealing the museum's artifacts.
Mission Acceptance
I am not sure how long they will be there, so move as quickly as you can.
Unnecessary Solicitation
As far as I know, the Warriors are still hunting around in that warehouse. I need you to get over there.
Mission Objective(s)
The door shows signs of forced entry, and several crates seem to have been hastily searched.
- Stop gang leader and his crew
You have defeated the Warriors and recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Piece of the Wheel of Destruction
This oddly shaped chunk of stone looks like it might be a part of a wheel or a disk. There are strange runes covering its surface.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
Warrior Patrols
Before Combat
- Warrior 1: Anton demands the Wheel of Destruction!
- Warrior 2: We shall find it, never fear.
Anton
Before Combat: The piece of the Wheel of Destruction must be here somewhere.
Combat Start: Let's make this quick!
Debriefing
The Warriors said this was a piece of the Wheel of Destruction? Interesting. I wonder how many other pieces there are.
From the looks of it, there are at least two more pieces to this Wheel of Destruction. It is likely the Banished Pantheon will be searching for these pieces as well. This marking upon it is the symbol of Kali.
Take the artifact piece to Azuria
Briefing
One of my heroes found this broken piece of stone while he was stopping a Banished Pantheon plot. It looks familiar, and I need to find out more about it. Can you take the artifact piece to Azuria? I'd really like to have her opinion.
Mission Acceptance
My instincts tell me that this thing is important. Watch out for trouble.
Here is the relic piece. See those strange markings? I bet Azuria can tell us about them.
Piece of the Wheel of Destruction
This stone wedge looks like it might be a part of a wheel or a disk. It is covered with strange runes.
Ambush! Upon accepting this mission, a hero will be ambushed by a group of Tsoo.
Unnecessary Solicitation
Get that relic piece over to Azuria as fast as possible.
Mission Objective(s)
- Deliver artifact to Azuria
Debriefing
Where did you find this? It appears to be one of the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction! You are meant to keep this, Character. Do not question me; many villains in Paragon City would kill to have the fully assembled Wheel of Destruction.
Debriefing
If Azuria said you are meant to hold onto it, then that is what you should do. She is never wrong about things like that.
From the looks of it, there are at least two more pieces to this Wheel of Destruction. It is likely the Banished Pantheon will be searching for these pieces as well. This marking upon it is the symbol of Kali.
Get the relic fragment back from the Tsoo
Briefing
I just found out why the Tsoo tried to steal that piece of the Wheel of Destruction from you. They already have one of the other pieces! We need to get that relic fragment back from the Tsoo.
Mission Acceptance
We both know they won't give it up without a fight, Character.
Unnecessary Solicitation
You have to get that last piece of the Wheel of Destruction away from the Tsoo!
Mission Objective(s)
A cloying smell of spices fills the air. The Banished Pantheon must be here somewhere.
- Stop villain leaders and their crews
You defeated the villains and recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Note: There are no named leaders. Clearing the last room will fulfill the primary objective.
Enemies
Banished Pantheon Patrol
Before Combat
- Pantheon Minion 1: We've got to find that piece!
- Pantheon Minion 2: Lughebu will be pleased!
Villain "Leaders"
Before Combat
- Pantheon Minion: You are pitiful weaklings.
- Tsoo Minion: Ooo. Scary.
Combat Start
- Panthon Minion: You will not keep us from our prize!
- Tsoo Minion: I'm going to smash your face in.
You recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Piece of the Wheel of Destruction
This rod bears the symbol of Kali, the Black Madness. It is undoubtedly the linchpin of the Wheel of Destruction.
Debriefing
The Wheel of Destruction is slowly coming together. Good work, Character.
Collect the piece of the Wheel of Destruction
Briefing
After calling around, I found another piece of the Wheel of Destruction. The CEO of Vorhight Industries is using it as a conversation piece in his office. I told him of its origin, and now he can't wait to get it out of his hands. I just need you to run over to the office and collect the piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Mission Acceptance
If the Banished Pantheon caught wind of this, there's no doubt they'll be after that piece too.
Unnecessary Solicitation
Get over to Vorhight Industries and collect that piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Mission Objective(s)
As you enter the office, you notice the scent of an exotic spice. It's a smell you associate with the Banished Pantheon Husks.
- Defeat cult leader, his coven
You have defeated the Banished Pantheon and recovered a piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
T'Gaar
Before Combat: I can sense the Wheel.
Combat Start: Slay all who oppose us.
You recovered another piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
Piece of the Wheel of Destruction
This small, cylindrical piece of metal looks like it might fit between the two pieces of stone you have. Stamped into its side is a the symbol of Kali, the Hindu goddess of destruction.
Debriefing
Thanks for keeping that piece of the Wheel of Destruction out of the Pantheon's hands. Yes, I can see how it fits with the other pieces you found. We are close to completing the entire Wheel of Destruction.
Take the pieces to Azuria
Briefing
Thanks to your hard work, we now have all four pieces of the Wheel of Destruction. I'd like you to take the pieces to Azuria. She can have the Wheel of Destruction analyzed and assembled.
Mission Acceptance
The Pantheon may will make a last ditch attempt to get all the pieces.
Ambush! Upon accepting this mission, a hero will be ambushed by a group of Banished Pantheon.
Unnecessary Solicitation
I would feel a lot better knowing the Wheel of Destruction is at MAGI.
Mission Objective(s)
- Take artifact pieces to Azuria
Enemies
Debriefing
I will put some of our most talented mystics to work studying these pieces of the Wheel of Destruction. If we need further assistance from you, I will make sure you are contacted. You can rest assured that the Wheel of Destruction will be carefully warded against further incursions by the Banished Pantheon.
Debriefing
It's a relief to have the Wheel of Destruction in the hands of the experts at MAGI. You did a great job with this, Character.
I hope the Divinations group over at MAGI can unlock the secrets of the Wheel of Destruction.
Patrol Independence Port
Briefing
You look like you could use an easy task, Character. After all your work retrieving the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction, you deserve it. Hey, could you patrol Independence Port for me? The Family has been extorting protection money out of the business owners over there.
Mission Acceptance
Thanks again for all the help you've been giving me, Character.
Unnecessary Solicitation
Some of those patrol boxes still haven't been checked.
Mission Objective(s)
- Patrol, stop Family extortion
Debriefing
I just got a call from MAGI's Divinations group. The Banished Pantheon broke into their vault and stole those artifact pieces you collected! According to the seers, the Pantheon plans to perform a ritual to empower and assemble the Wheel of Destruction. You have to stop the ritual!
I have MAGI scrying for the current location of the Wheel of Destruction.
Prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing the ritual
Briefing
We have to recover those relic pieces the Banished Pantheon stole from MAGI. Otherwise, they'll assemble the Wheel of Destruction and empower it!
MAGI's seers have pinpointed the location where the Pantheon is trying to empower the pieces, under the direction of a cultist called Archos. I'm counting on you to prevent the Banished Pantheon from completing this ritual, Character.
You only have 90 minutes to stop the ritual.
Mission Acceptance
According to my sources, the ritual is taking place in the old Shady Pines Graveyard. I've called for an emergency force field to lock the situation down until you arrive. The Pantheon may have already empowered the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction, but the assembly should take a while. To stop them, all you need to do is find one piece of the Wheel of Destruction.
You're going to have to take the train to get there. Go to any train station and select Shady Pines Graveyard as your destination.
Unnecessary Solicitation
You've got to stop the ritual to empower the Wheel of Destruction!
Mission Objective(s)
You feel the presence of powerful otherworld entities looking down on you. Banished Pantheon missions always give you the creeps.
- Defeat Archos and his coven - 1:30 timed
- Close portal, 4 artifact pieces to find
You have succeeded in stopping the ritual. You now possess all the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
Archos:
Soon we will roll destruction throughout this so-called city of paragons!
Archos
Before Combat: Soon we will roll destruction throughout this so-called city of paragons!
Combat Start: Nothing must stop the ritual!
Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction
This wedge of stone now glows with an eerie, purple light.
Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction
This large chunk of stone now bears the glowing, purple outline of a heart. It is painful to look at for more than a few seconds.
Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction
The metal cylinder you found has now turned to a dark rust color. It looks like dried blood and is hot to the touch.
Empowered piece of the Wheel of Destruction
The linchpin is now very hot. It has darkened in color and hums faintly in your hand.
Temporary Powers
Clicking a treasure chest will give you the Empowered Center of the Wheel.
Melee, Moderate Damage (Fire/Lethal)
This metal rod has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you can summon a Sword of Flame.
Clicking a treasure chest will give you the Empowered Linchpin of the Wheel.
Toggle: Self +Resistance (Smash, Lethal, Energy, Negative)
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.
Clicking a treasure chest will give you the Empowered Piece of the Wheel.
Ranged, Moderate Damage (Fire)
This broken piece of an ancient artifact has been empowered by the Banished Pantheon. While carrying it, you have the power to launch a torrent of flames at your opponents.
Clicking a treasure chest will give you the Empowered Shard of the Wheel.
Melee, Minor Damage (Fire)
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.
Debriefing
Azuria couldn't be more grateful. She's promised to personally take charge of warding the pieces of the Wheel of Destruction against further Banished Pantheon raids. You followed this one all the way through to the end, Character. Good work.
Merit Rewards: This activity awards 14 Reward Merits.
