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== Overview ==
== Overview ==
{{Infobox Contact
|name=Vitaly Cherenko
|image=Vitaly_Cherenko.jpg
|img_capt=
|zone=[[Skyway City]]
|x=1580|y=-84|z=-668
|levels=15-19
|introed='''== Level 10-14 =='''<br />[[Haley Philips]]<br />[[Hugo Redding]]<br />[[Dr. Trevor Seaborn]]<br />'''== Level 15-19 =='''<br />[[Fareed Abdullah]]<br />[[Wyatt Anderson]]<br />[[Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard]]<br />[[Tom Bowden]]<br />[[Olivia Chung]]<br />[[Guy Denson]]<br />[[Dr. Ann-Marie Engles]]<br />[[Mark Freeman]]<br />[[Pavel Garnier]]<br />[[Cho Ge]]<br />[[Maggie Greene]]<br />[[Jake Montoya]]<br />[[Juliana Nehring]]<br />[[Karen Parker]]<br />[[Colleen Saramago]]<br />[[Warren Trudeau]]<br />
|intros='''== Level 15-19 =='''<br />[[Fareed Abdullah]]<br />[[Wyatt Anderson]]<br />[[Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard]]<br />[[Tom Bowden]]<br />[[Olivia Chung]]<br />[[Guy Denson]]<br />[[Dr. Ann-Marie Engles]]<br />[[Mark Freeman]]<br />[[Pavel Garnier]]<br />[[Cho Ge]]<br />[[Maggie Greene]]<br />[[Jake Montoya]]<br />[[Juliana Nehring]]<br />[[Karen Parker]]<br />[[Colleen Saramago]]<br />[[Warren Trudeau]]<br />'''== Level 20-24 =='''<br />[[Dr. Cheng]]<br />[[Oliver Haak]]<br />[[Piper Irving]]<br />[[Josef Keller]]<br />[[Andrea Mitchell]]<br />[[Cain Royce]]<br />
|enemies={{Enemy Circle of Thorns}} {{Enemy Outcasts}} {{Enemy Trolls}} {{Enemy Tsoo}}
|badges=
}}


'''Vitaly Cherenko''' is a City of Heroes contact located in the Land of the Lost neighborhood of [[Skyway City]].  His coordinates are (1,580, -84, -668)
{{Contact Overview|Name=Vitaly Cherenko|City=H|Zone=Skyway City|x=1580|y=-84|z=-668|Pronoun=his|HoodYN=Y|Hood=Land of the Lost|OriginYN=Y|Origin=Magic|LevelYN=Y|Level=15-19}}
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== Introductions ==
== Introductions ==


=== Contact Introduced By ===
=== Contact Introduced By ===
 
==== Level 10-14 ====
* [[Haley Philips]]
* [[Hugo Redding]]
* [[Dr. Trevor Seaborn]]
==== Level 15-19 ====
* [[Fareed Abdullah]]
* [[Fareed Abdullah]]
=== New Contact(s) ===
* [[Wyatt Anderson]]
* [[Wyatt Anderson]]
 
* [[Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard]]
There's a great young historian you should talk to named Wyatt Anderson. He's an expert on the history of all things super-powered, and he can be a big help to new heroes like you.  He's especially interested in taking down the Clockwork and the Trolls.  Wyatt's research has him in Steel Canyon these days.
* [[Tom Bowden]]
 
* [[Olivia Chung]]
* [[Guy Denson]]
* [[Dr. Ann-Marie Engles]]
* [[Mark Freeman]]
* [[Pavel Garnier]]
* [[Cho Ge]]
* [[Maggie Greene]]
* [[Jake Montoya]]
* [[Juliana Nehring]]
* [[Juliana Nehring]]
* [[Karen Parker]]
* [[Colleen Saramago]]
* [[Warren Trudeau]]


Have you ever read Juliana Nehring's column? She's an Internet reporter who specializes in super-powered villains. She's always looking for new sources to help her investigate the latest Vahzilok and Outcase activities. Juliana files her stories in Skyway City.
=== Contact Introduces ===
 
; Multiple contact options
Juliana is tough as nails and is willing to do whatever it takes to get a story.
:''May I suggest some {{green|others}} who need your help?''
 
; Single contact option
* [[Piper Irving]]
:''There is {{green|another}} who could use your help.''
 
==== Level 15-19 ====
I'd like you to go see my friend Piper Irving.  She's an anthropologist working here in the city.  She knows a ton about the obscure beliefs of the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns.  Piper knows where to get Training Enhancements.
{{NewContact Fareed Abdullah}}
 
{{NewContact Wyatt Anderson}}
I am sure you will find Piper quite knowledgeable.
{{NewContact Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard}}
{{NewContact Tom Bowden}}
{{NewContact Olivia Chung}}
{{NewContact Guy Denson}}
{{NewContact Dr. Ann-Marie Engles}}
{{NewContact Mark Freeman}}
{{NewContact Pavel Garnier}}
{{NewContact Cho Ge}}
{{NewContact Maggie Greene}}
{{NewContact Jake Montoya}}
{{NewContact Juliana Nehring}}
{{NewContact Karen Parker}}
{{NewContact Colleen Saramago}}
{{NewContact Warren Trudeau}}
==== Level 20-24 ====
{{NewContact Dr. Cheng}}
{{NewContact Piper Irving}}
{{NewContact Oliver Haak}}
{{NewContact Josef Keller}}
{{NewContact Andrea Mitchell}}
{{NewContact Cain Royce}}


=== Information ===
=== Information ===
'''Mystic Healer'''


'''Mystic Healer'''
Vitaly Cherenko thinks of himself as a doctor, though he practices magic, not medicine. Vitaly is a powerful mystic who uses his prodigious healing powers to treat the homeless, free of charge. His standard of living is not much better than his clientele's, but he is fulfilled and happy. That is, until he runs across a problem he can't cure with his magic. Then he turns to the city's heroes. Heroes comprise a large portion of his patients as well, especially the younger ones just starting out. Vitaly is currently quite worried about the [[Tsoo]] and the amoral [[Circle of Thorns]], both of which threaten his homeless patients.


Vitaly Cherenko thinks of himself as a doctor, though he practices magic, not medicine.  Vitaly is a powerful mystic who uses his prodigious healing powers to treat the homeless, free of charge.  His standard of living is not much better than his clientele's, but he is fulfilled and happy.  That is, until he runs across a problem he can't cure with his magic.  Then he turns to the city's heroes.  Heroes comprise a large portion of his patients as well, especially the younger ones just starting out. Vitaly is currently quite worried about the Tsoo and the amoral Circle of Thorns, both of which threaten his homeless patients.
=== Prior to Introduction ===
I'm very sorry, but I have a number of patients to see right now. I think {{Active Contact}} has some time free, though.


=== Initial Contact ===
=== Initial Contact ===
This city is in need of a great deal of healing.
This city is in need of a great deal of healing.


== Story Arc ==
=== Greeting ===
 
These people need more help than I can provide.
'''Souvenir:''' Rage ampoule
 
You've kept this Rage ampoule as a reminder of your efforts to stop the Tsoo from poisoning the Trolls, in an adventure you've come to think of as:
 
'''The Tsoo Shenanigans'''
 
Concerned by the activities of the aggressive Tsoo, your contact sent you to Juliana Nehring for some data.  She provided the information and tipped you off to a possible connection between the Tsoo and the Trolls.  You went to an office building where the two groups were meeting in secret.  There, you recovered an ampoule of a drug you assumed to be Superadine.
 
You were also sent to an Outcasts hideout, where you encountered the Tsoo and recovered a strange bronze statue.


You took the drug you found to Wyatt Anderson for analysis, and learned that it was a new, Tsoo-manufactured drug called Rage. You took the artifact to Vitaly Cherenko, who told you that it was an extremely dangerous artifact that could consume the bearer's soul.  It seemed clear that the Tsoo were trying to weaken their rival gangs.  At Vitaly's suggestion, you hit the streets.  After defeating many Tsoo, you recovered a note written in code.
=== Too Busy ===
You should complete some of the work you've started. I can't afford to let this task get lost in the shuffle.


You learned the location of the Tsoo headquarters and went to shut it down. There you discovered another bronze statue, much like the first one.  Your contact then radioed you, to tell you the coded note had been deciphered. According to the note, the Tsoo were using Rage to poison the Trolls!  You hastened to the Rage lab and destroyed it, putting an end to the Tsoo's evil plot.
=== No More Missions ===
; Before introducing a higher-level contact
: It is with a heavy heart that I must send you to other sources of information.
; After introducing a higher-level contact
: Your great skills would be wasted around here, {{Character}}. You should ask one of your other contacts for a job.


== Store ==
== Store ==
* [[Inspirations]] {{3insp}}
''You have done a great deal to impress me, friend. Check out the {{green|new charms}} I have for you in my store. Call me whenever you can.''
* [[Inspirations]] (all)
* {{Store Nat Mag|Level=15|Price=200}}
''Your heroic actions prove you worthy of my trust. My most {{green|powerful spells}} are at your disposal.''
* {{Store Nat Mag|Level=20|Price=200}}


Vitaly Cherenko sells the following items:
== Story Arc ==
 
{{StoryArc Tsoo Shenanigans}}
* Inspirations
* Level 15 Natural/Magic Dual-Origin Enhancements
* Level 20 Natural/Magic Dual-Origin Enhancements


== Missions ==
== Missions ==
 
{{Mission:Common - Stop Circle from summoning a demon in Steel Canyon}}
=== Destroy Circle Portal ===
{{Mission:Common - Defeat Tsoo in Steel Canyon}}
 
{{Mission:Common - Hit the streets and stop the Circle of Thorns rituals}}
'''Briefing'''
{{Mission:Common - Defeat 15 Circle mystics}}
 
{{Mission:Common - Meet the hacker and get the file}}
We have located a Circle of Thorns lair under the control of Dimas, a specialist in magical transportation.  We think he's trying to set up a portal.  You've got to get in there and destroy the portal.  If you don't act quickly, it could become permanent.  You only have one hour to destroy the portal.
{{Mission:Common - Re-Capture the cursed weapons and defeat Lion Mane}}
 
{{Mission:Common - Destroy the portal}}
If they activate that portal, it will be one more way for them to move their foces within the city.
{{Mission:Common - Go to the sewers and clear the Circle out}}
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Defeat Dimas and his coven (Timed, 1:00)
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
With that portal gone, the Circle will have one less foothold in Paragon City.  Well fought.
 
=== Retrieve Tsoo Data ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
Hey there.  I've got a pretty simple task for you today.  My friend Juliana Nehring has some info on the Tsoo that I would very much like to hear.  Trouble is, she's kind of paranoid about using normal channels.  Could you go pick up the Tsoo data from Juliana?  I know I can count on you to keep it safe.
 
Thanks a lot; this will set Juliana's mind at ease.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Get Tsoo info from Juliana
 
'''Debreifing:''' Juliana Nehring
 
I'm so glad Vitaly Cherenko sent you.  My sources tell me that the Trolls have been meeting secretly with the Tsoo.  In fact, I just got word that some Tsoo were seen entering a Troll-occupied office building not far from here.  I think you should go check it out.
 
'''Clue:''' Conversation with Juliana Nehring
 
Juliana Nehring told you, 'My sources tell me that the Trolls have been meeting secretly with the Tsoo.  In fact, I just got word that some Tsoo were seen entering a Troll-occupied office building not far from here.  I think you should go check it out.'
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Bust gang leaders and their crews
* 3 office workers to rescue
 
'''Clue:''' Drug ampoule
 
You found this ampoule on a defeated Tsoo, in an office that had been taken over by the Trolls.  The white skull logo indicates that it is probably Superadine.
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
Thanks for taking on the Tsoo and the Trolls.  This ampoule you found probably contains Superadine, but I'll check it out to make sure.
 
=== Check out Warehouse of Tsoo ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
Good day.  I am hearing some troubling rumors today.  Could you check out a warehouse in Steel Canyon for me?  There have been reports of high-ranking Tsoo going in an out of there for days.
 
I have the feeling the Tsoo are planning something big.  Please see what you can find out.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Bust gang leaders and their crews
* Search for clues
 
'''Clue:''' Statue of falcon
 
While fighting the Outcasts, you recovered this bronze statue of a screaming falcon.  It seemed that the Tsoo were trying to sell it to the Outcasts, though you don't know what they expected in return.
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
That statue you found is exactly the kind of artifact the Outcasts crave.  It may be that the Tsoo were trying to sell it to them.  Now, if we only knew what they wanted in return.
 
I have a bad feeling that the Tsoo are planning something big.  We need to look further into their meetings with the Outcasts and the Trolls.
 
=== Take Drug Ampoule to Wyatt Anderson ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
I got a call about that drug ampoule you found at the meeting between the Trolls and the Tsoo.  My friend Wyatt Anderson is pretty interested in seeing it for himself.  Would you take the drug ampoule over to Wyatt?
 
I'm still trying to learn more about that artifact the Tsoo were trying to sell to the Outcasts.  The minute I hear anything, I'll let you know.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Take drug to Wyatt Anderson
 
'''Debriefing:''' Wyatt Anderson
 
You're right, this drug is packaged exactly like Superadine.  But it isn't.  It's Rage.
 
The Tsoo have been manufacturing Rage lately; they're hoping it will become the new drug of choice.  Let me tell you, you don't want to mix the two.  It would cause a massive chemical imbalance in the brain, turning you into a berserk killing machine.
 
Oh, I almost forgot; Vitaly Cherenko called me.  Apparently Vitaly Cherenko wants a look at some artifact you recovered from the Outcasts.  Vitaly Cherenko said you should get it to him without delay.
 
'''Ambush'''
 
Upon seeing Wyatt Anderson, you will be ambushed by a group of Tsoo.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Take artifact to Vitaly Cherenko
 
'''Debriefing:''' Vitaly Cherenko
 
You say the Tsoo were trying to sell this artifact to the Outcasts?  Well, that brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'buyer beware!'  This statue gives the bearer power all right, but it does so by eating away at his soul!
 
I think the Tsoo may be trying to sabotage the Outcasts.  Maybe you should hit the streets in Steel Canyon.  If you defeat enough Tsoo, you may convince one of them to tell us more about their plans.
 
'''Clue:''' Vitaly Cherenko's observations
 
Vitaly Cherenko told you:
 
'You say the Tsoo were trying to sell this artifact to the Outcasts?  Well, that brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'buyer beware!'  This statue gives the bearer power all right, but it does so by eating away at his soul!  I think the Tsoo may be trying to sabotage the Outcasts.'
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Interrogate Tsoo about plot
* Defeat 15 Tsoo
 
'''Ambush'''
 
Upon seeing Vitaly Cherenko, you will be ambushed by a group of Tsoo.
 
'''Clue:''' Coded note
 
You found this note on a Tsoo gangster.  It reads:
 
'R Y N P S K N G S E Q S R J T P D P J I R C J H L S I X J D R J Q Y A P J N I K A I N N P A I K S P N J L N P S R A I K S R 9 7 C S L S C A R X V N S Q F R Y S R H J P N Q X I R Y N Q A Z
N P Q E N S O O N O Q J V N C S I A I C P N S Q N L P J O T C R A J I H P L J'
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
So, one of the Tsoo you defeated was carrying this note?  Nice job.  I think I can get this decoded pretty quickly.  With any luck, it'll tell us more about the Tsoo's recent meetings with the Trolls and the Outcasts.
 
I've sent the note that Tsoo gangster was carrying to a cryptographer.  Hopefully he can give us some solid information to go on.
 
=== Keep Tsoo Out of Steel Canyon ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
The Tsoo have been seen more and more frequently in Steel Canyon lately.  Rumor is that they're looking for more territory to increase their power base, and are leaning on the Outcasts pretty hard.  I need a hero who's willing to help keep them out of Steel Canyon.  They've been spotted in Gimry Ridge and the Copper District, but I'm sure any neighborhood in the zone would welcome your assistance.
 
=== Clear Out Tsoo Headquarters ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
I've got a guy hard at work decoding that Tsoo you note you found, but I don't think we can wait for his translation.  I just got a tip on the location of the Tsoo headquarters; if we don't move quickly, they may have a chance to move.  I need you to clear out the Tsoo headquarters now.  Take this com unit so I can get in touch with you wherever you are.
 
The headquarters is under the control of a Tsoo known as Mr. Po.  Above all, I want Mr. Po in custody.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Defeat Mr. Po and his crew
 
'''Clue:''' Com unit
 
This waveband communications unit should allow your contact to get in touch with you anywhere in Paragon City.
 
'''Clue:''' Statue of deer
 
You recovered this bronze statue of a wounded deer in a Tsoo hideout.  It is similar in design to the dangerous artifact you found the Tsoo trying to sell to the Outcasts.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Defeat all Tsoo in Rage lab
* 12 Range synthesizers remaining
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
Great job.  The Tsoo won't be poisoning the Trolls with their Rage anytime soon.
 
The way I figure it, the Tsoo are trying to weaken all the other gangs in Paragon City.  They tried to poison the Trolls by giving the mRage, a drug that reacts badly with the Superadine that the Trolls regularly take.  And they tried to cripple the Outcasts by selling them artifcacts that consume the bearer's soul.  Who knows what they are doing to undermine the other gangs?
 
'''End of Story Arc'''
 
This mission concludes ''The Tsoo Shenanigans'' story arc and earns a hero the '''Rage ampoule''' souvenir.  It also award a hero a Level + 2 Dual-Origin enhancement of the hero's origin.
 
=== Investigate Disappearances in Faultline ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
There have been an number of disappearances reported in Faultline lately, and I think we both know who's behind them: the Circle of Thorns.  I want you to get over there and defeat as many mystics as you can find.  Maybe we can stop any more people from falling into the Circle's clutches.
 
Downfall and Dark Astoria are full of mystics.  Maybe you should start in one of those neighborhoods.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Combat Circle in Faultline
* Defeat 15 Circle of Thorns
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
Well, you stopped the kidnappings in Faultline, at least for a time.  Never forget, though, that the Circle is a persistent enemy.  I'm afraid they will be back to their old tricks all too soon.
 
=== Clear Circle of Thorns Out of Sewers ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
The Circle of Thorns has been spotted in a section of the sewers.  We have enough trouble down there without them adding to it.  Get down to the sewers and clear the Circle out.
 
Watch out for their mystic blasts.  They pack quite a punch.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Defeat all mystics in sewers
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
It sounds like the Circle nearly succeeded in casting a spell that would keep all of Paragon City asleep forever!  It's a good thing you went after them.  Otherwise, the lives you've worked so hard to protect would be nothing more than unending siestas!
 
=== Stop Circle Rituals ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
The Circle of Thorns is getting bolder by the day!  They're performing their arcane rituals right out in public, and it's causing panic among the civilians.  I need you to hit the streets and stop the Circle of Thorns rituals.  I don't want the citizens of this fair city living in terror.
 
Faultline is probably the best place for you to start.  Boomtown also has a large Circle population.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Combat Circle of Thorns menace
* Defeat 15 Circle of Thorns
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
You've done a good thing by pushing the Circle rituals back into the shadows.  People will feel a lot safe now, and I always consider that a victory.
 
=== Retrieve Tsoo Cursed Weapons ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
A new Tsoo boss called Golden Fist has been stockpiling cursed weapons he's had his men steal at a warehouse downtown.  I don't know what his plan is, but it cannot be good.  We need a hero to go in there before they can use them.
 
You'll have two objectives this time.  Your first objective is to re-capture the cursed weapons Golden Fist has gathered.  Your second objective is to defeat Golden Fist and make sure he doesn't try something like this again.
 
'''Mission Objective(s)'''
 
* Defeat Golden Fist and get weapons
* 4 artifacts remaining
 
'''Debriefing'''
 
It looks like you recaptured all of those cursed artifacts, and I heard you even beat Golden Fist himself.  You did better than I could have hoped for.
 
=== Meet with Computer Hacker ===
 
'''Briefing'''
 
A computer hacker I know claims that he got into a database filled with Tsoo smuggling records.  He wants to get them to the right people, but he's afraid the Tsoo are watching his office.  If the Tsoo are watching him, they'll certainly try to stop you.  Those files could reveal a lot about their smuggling operations.  I can understand why he might be nervious.  Can you meet with him and get the encrypted files and encryption key?
 
[[Category:CoH]][[Category:Contacts]][[Category:CoH Contacts]]

Latest revision as of 16:18, 19 December 2023

Overview

Vitaly Cherenko
Vitaly Cherenko.jpg
Zone Skyway City
Coordinates (1580, -84, -668)[Copy]
Level Range 15-19
Introduced By == Level 10-14 ==
Haley Philips
Hugo Redding
Dr. Trevor Seaborn
== Level 15-19 ==
Fareed Abdullah
Wyatt Anderson
Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard
Tom Bowden
Olivia Chung
Guy Denson
Dr. Ann-Marie Engles
Mark Freeman
Pavel Garnier
Cho Ge
Maggie Greene
Jake Montoya
Juliana Nehring
Karen Parker
Colleen Saramago
Warren Trudeau
Introduces == Level 15-19 ==
Fareed Abdullah
Wyatt Anderson
Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard
Tom Bowden
Olivia Chung
Guy Denson
Dr. Ann-Marie Engles
Mark Freeman
Pavel Garnier
Cho Ge
Maggie Greene
Jake Montoya
Juliana Nehring
Karen Parker
Colleen Saramago
Warren Trudeau
== Level 20-24 ==
Dr. Cheng
Oliver Haak
Piper Irving
Josef Keller
Andrea Mitchell
Cain Royce
Enemy Groups
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Vitaly Cherenko is a hero contact in the Land of the Lost neighborhood of Skyway City at coordinates (1580, -84, -668)[Copy] Vitaly Cherenko is a Magic origin contact. His level range is 15-19.

Introductions

Contact Introduced By

Level 10-14

Level 15-19

Contact Introduces

Multiple contact options
May I suggest some others who need your help?
Single contact option
There is another who could use your help.

Level 15-19

There's a technology expert named Fareed Abdullah you should talk to. He's a very interesting guy and knows a great deal about the Clockwork and the Lost. Fareed deals with folks out of Steel Canyon these days.

Fareed is very kind and courteous.

There's a great young historian you should talk to named Wyatt Anderson. He's an expert on the history of all things super-powered, and he can be a big help to new heroes like you. He's especially interested in taking down the Clockwork and the Trolls. Wyatt's research has him in Steel Canyon these days.

Wyatt has a wealth of information.

I suggest you go speak to Sgt. Suzanne Bernhard in the street crimes division. She's a good person to know, especially when you're dealing with the Tsoo or the Council. Sgt. Bernhard works the desk in Skyway City.

Suzanne always has her eyes on the streets.

You should meet Tom Bowden. He's an NSA agent recently assigned to Paragon City. His first assignment is trying to crack the Clockwork puzzle, but he also has a chip on his shoulder for the Lost. Tom's government connections have him in Steel Canyon these days.

Tom is very focused, and knows what he is doing.

Did you ever see that weekly paper, the Asian Paragon? Well, its publisher, Olivia Chung, is a great woman. She knows all about what's going on in the immigrant community and has helped more than one hero sort out a jam involving the Vahzilok or the Outcasts. Olivia has her offices in Steel Canyon.

You won't meet many people as good-hearted as Olivia.

I know a courier named Guy Denson who would like to meet you. He runs all over town delivering important packages, and he's helped lots of heroes with the Clockwork and the Lost. Guy's routes have him in Steel Canyon now.

Guy will steer you to the heart of trouble.

Dr. Ann-Marie Engles is a real expert in the field of cybernetics. She is fascinated with the technical aspect of the Vahzilok and the social impact of the Outcasts. Dr. Engles has set up shop in Skyway City.

You'll learn a lot from Dr. Engles; she's always happy to lend heroes a hand.

Mark Freeman is a mutant with the ability to communicate with machines. He has been focusing his attention on the Clockwork activity lately, altough he's also interested in the mysterious Lost. Mark makes his home in Skyway City.

Mark can be a little brusque, but he has a connection that no one else can possibly match.

Agent Pavel Garnier from the FBI asked me to send you to him. He thinks you could help him with some of his cases involving the Vahzilok and the Outcasts. Pavel is currently looking into something in Skyway City.

A positive connection with the FBI is a very good thing to have.

I know this guy, his name's Cho Ge. He's a little shady. He even used to be a gangster, but these days he's working for the good guys. He knows everything about the Tsoo and the Council. Cho Ge hangs out in Skyway City nowadays.

As long as you watch your step with Cho Ge, you will benefit from his knowledge.

Maggie Greene is a class act and a good reporter. She'll do good by you. Her investigations have led her to focus on the Clockwork and the Trolls. Maggie files her reports in Skyway City.

Maggie has better instincts than almost anyone I know. Listen to her and you will have plenty of action.

Did you ever hear of the Red Tiger? He retired right after the war, and now he's just Jake Montoya. He may not wear a costume anymore, but he can sure help those who do, especially with information on the Clockwork and the Trolls. Jake has retired to Skyway City.

Jake has his eye out for new blood to take up the mantle of heroism.

Have you ever read Juliana Nehring's column? She's an Internet reporter who specializes in super-powered villains. She's always looking for new sources to help her investigate the latest Vahzilok and Outcast activities. Juliana files her stories in Skyway City.

Juliana is tough as nails and is willing to do whatever it takes to get a story.

Detective Karen Parker has a great reputation as a tough but fair-minded cop. If you're respectful and show her you're competent, I'm sure she'll be happy to work with you on the Tsoo and Council. Detective Parker investigates crimes out of the Skyway City precinct.

Detective Parker can be harsh, but only when it's warranted.

Do you have any contacts with Hero Corps yet? Even if you do, you should really talk to Colleen Saramago. I think she'd be happy to give you some assignments dealing with the Clockwork and the Trolls. Hero Corps has stationed Colleen in Steel Canyon.

Hero Corps has a very good information network.

FBI Special Agent Warren Trudeau would like to have a word with you. He's particularly eager to work with new heroes like you in combating the Tsoo and the Council. Agent Trudeau is on special assignment to Skyway City.

I think you will find Agent Trudeau to be very helpful.

Level 20-24

There's a wise old man named Dr. Cheng who knows just about everything there is to know about the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. He has access to Training Enhancements.

Dr. Cheng is very wise, Hero. Pay close attention to his words.

I'd like you to go see my friend Piper Irving. She's an anthropologist working here in the city. She knows a ton about the obscure beliefs of the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. Piper knows where to get Training Enhancements.

I am sure you will find Piper quite knowledgeable.

If you can gain his confidence, Oliver Haak is a rich source of information on the occult. Don't be put off by his demeanor, Character, I know that you will impress him. He can really help you out against the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. Oliver has access to Training Enhancements.

Your actions will speak for you with Oliver.

I have no doubt you will enjoy working with Professor Keller

Although he is a bit eccentric, Joseph Keller has a great deal of knowledge. He can greatly aid anyone who wishes to go up against the Banished Pantheon or the Circle of Thorns. Professor Keller has access to Training Enhancements.

If you are looking for a partner to help you take down the Banished Pantheon, Andrea Mitchell would be a great choice. She is very dedicated and her connections are top notch. She also has a lot of interest in the Circle of Thorns. Andrea has access to Training Enhancements.

I have a good feeling about you and Andrea.

Cain Royce is strongly committed to his crusade against the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. You would do well to have him as an ally. Cain can get you Training Enhancements.

Paragon City's evil-doers will soon feel the weight of this choice.

Information

Mystic Healer

Vitaly Cherenko thinks of himself as a doctor, though he practices magic, not medicine. Vitaly is a powerful mystic who uses his prodigious healing powers to treat the homeless, free of charge. His standard of living is not much better than his clientele's, but he is fulfilled and happy. That is, until he runs across a problem he can't cure with his magic. Then he turns to the city's heroes. Heroes comprise a large portion of his patients as well, especially the younger ones just starting out. Vitaly is currently quite worried about the Tsoo and the amoral Circle of Thorns, both of which threaten his homeless patients.

Prior to Introduction

I'm very sorry, but I have a number of patients to see right now. I think Active Contact has some time free, though.

Initial Contact

This city is in need of a great deal of healing.

Greeting

These people need more help than I can provide.

Too Busy

You should complete some of the work you've started. I can't afford to let this task get lost in the shuffle.

No More Missions

Before introducing a higher-level contact
It is with a heavy heart that I must send you to other sources of information.
After introducing a higher-level contact
Your great skills would be wasted around here, Character. You should ask one of your other contacts for a job.

Store

You have done a great deal to impress me, friend. Check out the new charms I have for you in my store. Call me whenever you can.

  • Inspirations (all)
  • Level 15 Natural/Magic Dual Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)

Your heroic actions prove you worthy of my trust. My most powerful spells are at your disposal.

  • Level 20 Natural/Magic Dual Origin Enhancements (200% base costs)

Story Arc

Merit Rewards: This activity awards 28 Reward Merits.

Tsoo Shenanigans (15-19)

Souvenir

Rage ampoule

You've kept this Rage ampoule as a reminder of the efforts to stop the Tsoo from poisoning the Trolls, in an adventure you've come to think of as:

The Tsoo Shenanigans

Concerned by the activities of the aggressive Tsoo, your contact sent you to Juliana Nehring for some data. She provided the information, and tipped you off to a possible connection between the Tsoo and the Trolls. You went to an office building where the two groups were meeting in secret. There, you recovered an ampoule of a drug you assumed to be Superadine.

You were also sent to an Outcasts hideout, where you encountered the Tsoo and recovered a strange bronze statue.

You took the drug you found to Wyatt Anderson for analysis, and learned that it was a new, Tsoo-manufactured drug called Rage. You took the artifact to Vitaly Cherenko, who told you that it was an extremely dangerous artifact that could consume the bearer's soul. It seemed clear that the Tsoo were trying to weaken their rival gangs. At Vitaly's suggestion, you hit the streets. After defeating many Tsoo, you recovered a note written in code.

You learned the location of the Tsoo headquarters and went to shut it down. There you discovered another bronze statue, much like the first one. Your contact then radioed you, to tell you the coded note had been deciphered. According to the note, the Tsoo were using Rage to poison the Trolls! You hastened to the Rage lab and destroyed it, putting an end to the Tsoo's evil plot.

Editor's Note:

The first two missions, Check out the warehouse in Steel Canyon and Pick up the Tsoo data from Juliana Nehring can happen in either order.

Pick up the Tsoo data from Juliana Nehring

Briefing

Hey there, Character. I've got a pretty simple task for you today. My friend Juliana Nehring has some info on the Tsoo that I would very much like to hear. Trouble is, she's kind of paranoid about using normal channels. Could you go pick up the Tsoo data from Juliana? I know I can count on you to keep it safe.

Mission Acceptance

Thanks a lot, Character; this will set Juliana's mind at ease.

Get Tsoo info from Juliana

Unncessary Solicitation

I really need that info from Juliana Nehring.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Get Tsoo info from Juliana

Briefing

I'm so glad Vitaly Cherenko sent you. My sources tell me that the Trolls have been meeting secretly with the Tsoo. In fact, I just got word that some Tsoo were seen entering a Troll-occupied office building not far from here. I think you should go check it out.

Clue
Conversation with Juliana Nehring

Juliana Nehring told you, 'My sources tell me that the Trolls have been meeting secretly with the Tsoo. In fact, I just got word that some Tsoo were seen entering a Troll-occupied office building not far from here. I think you should go check it out.'

Bust gang leaders, their crews

Unncessary Solicitation

Juliana told you about a Tsoo meeting with the Trolls? You should definitely follow up on that.

Mission Objective(s)

This seems like an ordinary office building, but the unnatural hush tells you that no legitimate business is being conducted here.

  • Bust gang leaders, their crews
    • 3 office workers to rescue

On one of the defeated Tsoo, you found a drug ampoule.

Clue
Drug ampoule

You found this ampoule on a defeated Tsoo, in an office that had been taken over by the Trolls. The white skull logo indicates that it is probably Superadine.

Notable NPCs

NPC Text

Enemies

Trolls
Tsoo

Debriefing

Thanks for taking on the Tsoo and the Trolls. This ampoule you found probably contains Superadine, but I'll check it out to make sure.

I have a bad feeling that the Tsoo are planning something big. We need to look further into their meetings with the Outcasts and the Trolls.

Check out the warehouse in Steel Canyon

Briefing

Good day, Character. I am hearing some troubling rumors today. Could you check out a warehouse in Steel Canyon for me? There have been reports of high-ranking Tsoo going in an out of there for days.

Mission Acceptance

I have the feeling the Tsoo are planning something big. Please see what you can find out.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Have you checked out that warehouse yet? I need to know what the Tsoo are up to.

Mission Objective(s)

The scorch marks and patches of frost on the walls mark this building as an Outcasts hangout.

  • Bust gang leaders, their crews
    • Search for clues

You defeated the villains and recovered an artifact.

Clue
Statue of falcon

While fighting the Outcasts, you recovered this bronze statue of a screaming falcon. It seemed that the Tsoo were trying to sell it to the Outcasts, though you don't know what they expected in return.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Outcasts
Tsoo
NPC Text

Debriefing

That statue you found is exactly the kind of artifact the Outcasts crave. It may be that the Tsoo were trying to sell it to them. Now, if we only knew what they wanted in return.

Take drug ampoule to Wyatt Anderson

Briefing

I got a call about that drug ampoule you found at the meeting between the Trolls and the Tsoo. My friend Wyatt Anderson is pretty interested in seeing it for himself. Would you take the drug ampoule over to Wyatt?

I'm still trying to learn more about that artifact the Tsoo were trying to sell to the Outcasts. The minute I hear anything, I'll let you know.

Take drug to Wyatt Anderson

Unncessary Solicitation

Wyatt's probably getting worried about you; I told him you'd be there shortly.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Take drug to Wyatt Anderson

Briefing

You're right, this drug is packaged exactly like Superadine. But it isn't. It's Rage.

The Tsoo have been manufacturing Rage lately; they're hoping it will become the new drug of choice. Let me tell you, you don't want to mix the two. It would cause a massive chemical imbalance in the brain, turning you into a berserk killing machine.

Oh, I almost forgot; Vitaly Cherenko called me. Apparently Vitaly Cherenko wants a look at some artifact you recovered from the Outcasts. Vitaly Cherenko said you should get it to him without delay.

Ambush! After speaking to Wyatt Anderson, you will be ambushed by the Tsoo.

Take artifact to Vitaly Cherenko

Unncessary Solicitation

Hey, didn't Wyatt give you my message? Vitaly Cherenko wants to look at that artifact the Tsoo were trying to sell to the Outcasts.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Take artifact to Vitaly Cherenko

Briefing

You say the Tsoo were trying to sell this artifact to the Outcasts? Well, that brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'buyer beware!' This statue gives the bearer power all right, but it does so by eating away at his soul!

I think the Tsoo may be trying to sabotage the Outcasts. Maybe you should hit the streets in Steel Canyon. If you defeat enough Tsoo, you may convince one of them to tell us more about their plans.

Clue
Vitaly Cherenko's observations

Vitaly Cherenko told you:

'You say the Tsoo were trying to sell this artifact to the Outcasts? Well, that brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'buyer beware!' This statue gives the bearer power all right, but it does so by eating away at his soul! I think the Tsoo may be trying to sabotage the Outcasts.'

Interrogate Tsoo about plot

Unnecessary Solicitation

The Tsoo may be the best source of information available. See if you can find a clue on one of them.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Interrogate Tsoo about plot
    • Defeat 15 Tsoo

You found a coded note on one of the defeated Tsoo.

Ambush! After accepting this mission, you will be ambushed by Tsoo.

Clue
Coded note

You found this note on a Tsoo gangster. It reads:

'R Y N P S K N G S E Q S R J T P D P J I R C J H L S I X J D R J Q Y A P J N I K A I N N P A I K S P N J L N P S R A I K S R 9 7 C S L S C A R X V N S Q F R Y S R H J P N Q X I R Y N Q A Z N P Q E N S O O N O Q J V N C S I A I C P N S Q N L P J O T C R A J I H P L J'

Spoiler

Debriefing

So, one of the Tsoo you defeated was carrying this note? Nice job. I think I can get this decoded pretty quickly. With any luck, it'll tell us more about the Tsoo's recent meetings with the Trolls and the Outcasts.

I've sent the note that Tsoo gangster was carrying to a cryptographer. Hopefully he can give us some solid information to go on.

Clear Out the Tsoo Headquarters

Briefing

I've got a guy hard at work decoding that Tsoo you note you found, but I don't think we can wait for his translation. I just got a tip on the location of the Tsoo headquarters; if we don't move quickly, they may have a chance to move. I need you to clear out the Tsoo headquarters now. Take this com unit so I can get in touch with you wherever you are.

Mission Acceptance

The headquarters is under the control of a Tsoo known as Mr. Po. Above all, I want Mr. Po in custody.

Defeat Mr. Po and his crew

Unnecessary Solicitation

Get out there and find that Tsoo hideout.

Clue
Com unit

This waveband communications unit should allow your contact to get in touch with you anywhere in Paragon City.

Mission Objective(s)

Discarded tattoo needles testify to the Tsoo's unwavering allegiance to their gang.

  • Defeat Mr. Po and his crew

Do you copy? It's Vitaly Cherenko. I got that note decoded. It seems the Tsoo are using that Rage drug to poison the Trolls! The note you found reveals the location of their Rage lab. We need you to get over there and shut it down. Vitaly Cherenko over and out.

You found a strange bronze statue, similar to the one the Tsoo were trying to sell to the Outcasts.

Clue
Statue of deer

You recovered this bronze statue of a wounded deer in a Tsoo hideout. It is similar in design to the dangerous artifact you found the Tsoo trying to sell to the Outcasts.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Tsoo
Mr. Po's dialogue
Defeat all Tsoo in Rage lab

Unnecessary Solicitation

What are you doing here? I told you to get over to that lab and shut it down!

Mission Objective(s)

This high tech equipment wasn't purchased by a bunch of floundering gangsters. The Tsoo must have resources no one has guessed at.

  • Defeat all Tsoo in Rage lab
    • 12 Rage synthesizers remaining

You have defeated the Tsoo and destroyed the Rage synthesizers.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Tsoo

Debriefing

Great job. The Tsoo won't be poisoning the Trolls with their Rage anytime soon.

The way I figure it, the Tsoo are trying to weaken all the other gangs in Paragon City. They tried to poison the Trolls by giving them Rage, a drug that reacts badly with the Superadine that the Trolls regularly take. And they tried to cripple the Outcasts by selling them artifacts that consume the bearer's soul. Who knows what they are doing to undermine the other gangs?

Missions

Stop Circle from summoning a demon in Steel Canyon (14-17)

Briefing

I just got an urgent message from MAGI. It seems that Steel Canyon has recently become supercharged with a very dark mystical energy. Azuria thinks the Circle of Thorns may be trying to summon a great demon there. I need you to stop the Circle from summoning a demon in Steel Canyon. That zone has already seen enough trouble!

Mission Acceptance

Azuria believes you should concentrate your efforts on Gimry Ridge and the Copper District.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Steel Canyon is still suffused with mystical energy. If MAGI is right, the Circle could summon that demon any minute.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Combat Circle in Steel Canyon
    • Defeat 15 Circle of Thorns

You have prevented the Circle of Thorns from summoning a demon in Steel Canyon..

Enemies

Circle of Thorns

Debriefing

Thanks for dealing with those Circle mystics. I guess we'll never know whether they were really trying to summon a demon in Steel Canyon. Frankly, that's just fine by me.

Defeat Tsoo in Steel Canyon (15-17)

Briefing

The Tsoo have been seen more and more frequently in Steel Canyon lately. Rumor is that they're looking for more territory to increase their power base, and are leaning on the Outcasts pretty hard. I need a hero who's willing to help keep them out of Steel Canyon. They've been spotted in Gimry Ridge and the Copper District, but I'm sure any neighborhood in the zone would welcome your assistance.

Mission Acceptance

The Tsoo aren't a major force in Steel Canyon yet, but with their strength they could be a big player in the zone if they aren't stopped. Defeat about 20 of them and it should help to slow down their plans.

Unnecessary Solicitation

Go to Steel Canyon and defeat Tsoo.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Defeat Tsoo in Steel Canyon
    • Defeat 20 Tsoo

You have defeated enough Tsoo for now.

Enemies

Tsoo

Debriefing

The Tsoo will definitely be left hurting from that, Character. Good job.

Hit the streets and stop the Circle of Thorns rituals (15-19)

Briefing

The Circle of Thorns is getting bolder by the day! They're performing their arcane rituals right out in public, and it's causing panic among the civilians. I need you to hit the streets and stop the Circle of Thorns rituals. I don't want the citizens of this fair city living in terror.

Mission Acceptance

Faultline is probably the best place for you to start. Boomtown also has a large Circle population.

Unnecessary Solicitation

The Circle isn't going to stop performing those rituals unless you make them, Character. Get to it.

Notes

  • The mission briefing is incorrect in stating that there are Circle of Thorns in Boomtown.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Combat Circle of Thorns menace
    • Defeat 15 Circle of Thorns

You have discouraged the Circle of Thorns from performing their rituals in public.

Enemies

Circle of Thorns

Debriefing

You've done a good thing by pushing the Circle rituals back into the shadows. People will feel a lot safer now, and I always consider that a victory.

Defeat 15 Circle mystics (15-19)

Briefing

There have been a number of disappearances reported lately, and I think we both know who's behind them: the Circle of Thorns. I want you to defeat as many mystics as you can find. Maybe we can stop any more people from falling into the Circle's clutches.

Mission Acceptance

The Circle is quite strong in Steel Canyon. Perhaps that would be a good place to look?

Unnecessary Solicitation

I hope we can put an end to this menace.

Mission Objective(s)

  • Combat Circle of Thorns
    • Defeat 15 Circle of Thorns

You have battled a sufficient number of the circle.

Enemies

Circle of Thorns

Debriefing

Your efforts have put some pressure on the Circle. Hopefully, this will help slow down their activity.

Meet the hacker and get the file (15-20)

Briefing

A computer hacker I know claims that he got into a database filled with Tsoo smuggling records. He wants to get them to the right people, but he's afraid the Tsoo are watching his office. If the Tsoo are watching him, they'll certainly try to stop you. Those files could reveal a lot about their smuggling operations. I can understand why he might be nervous. Can you meet with him and get the encrypted files and encryption key?

Mission Acceptance

The hacker calls himself PyR4T. He could be in very serious trouble.

Unnecessary Solicitation

You need to make sure the hacker is safe and retrieve the files and encryption key.

Mission Objective(s)

A paper sign taped to the door outside says that this office is closed today. This is the address where you were supposed to meet the hacker, and the door is open. But you notice the lock has been forced.

  • Save hacker from Tsoo
    • Take hacker to computer

You have rescued the hacker and retrieved the files

Clue
Tsoo files

These computer files contain Tsoo smuggling record.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Tsoo

Debriefing

Thanks to you, the hacker is safe and we have his files. I'll make sure they get to the right people. This might be what we need to crack the Tsoo's smuggling operations. Good work, Character!

Re-Capture the cursed weapons and defeat Lion Mane (15-20)

Briefing

A new Tsoo boss called Lion Mane has been stockpiling cursed weapons he's had his men steal at a warehouse downtown. I don't know what his plan is, but it cannot be good. We need a hero to go in there,  before they can use them.

Mission Acceptance

You'll have two objectives this time. Your first objective is to re-capture the cursed weapons Lion Mane has gathered. Your second objective is to defeat Lion Mane and make sure he doesn't try something like this again.

Unnecessary Solicitation

You need to get those weapons and stop Lion Mane's operation

Mission Objective(s)

Something feels wrong in this place. A sense of dread permeates everything.

  • Defeat Lion Mane & get weapons
    • 4 Artifacts remaining.

You have re-captured all of the cursed artifacts and defeated Lion Mane

Notes

  • The enemy boss's name can vary. Possibilities are Crazy Phoenix, Golden Fist, Lion Mane, and Storm Strider.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Tsoo

Debriefing

It looks like you re-captured all of those cursed artifacts, and I heard you even beat Lion Mane himself. You did better than I could have hoped for, Character.

Destroy the portal (15-20)

Briefing

We have located a Circle of Thorns lair under the control of Dimas, a specialist in magical transportation. We think he's trying to set up a portal. You've got to get in there and destroy that portal. If you don't act quickly, it could become permanent. You only have 1 hour to destroy the portal.

Mission Acceptance

If they activate that portal, it will be one more way for them to move their forces within the city.

Unnecessary Solicitation

You need to destroy that Circle of Thorns portal.

Mission Objective(s)

The scent of dried herbs tells you the Circle has made themselves at home.

  • Defeat Dimas and his coven - 60:00

You have closed the portal and defeated Dimas.

Notes

  • The name of the Circle leader varies. Possible names include Dimas, Movian and Ravelar.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Circle of Thorns

Debriefing

With that portal gone, the Circle will have one less foothold in Paragon City. Well fought, Character.

Go to the sewers and clear the Circle out (15-20)

Briefing

The Circle of Thorns has been spotted in a section of the sewers. We have enough trouble down there without them adding to it. Get down to the sewers and clear the Circle out.

Mission Acceptance

Watch out for their mystic blasts. They pack quite a punch.

Unnecessary Solicitation

The Circle of Thorns is still entrenched in the sewers, Character!

Mission Objective(s)

The air smells of roses and jasmine. Magic is definitely being used here.

  • Defeat all mystics in sewers

You have cleared this sewer section of Circle of Thorns activities.

Notable NPCs

Enemies

Circle of Thorns

Debriefing

It sounds like the Circle nearly succeeded in casting a spell that would keep all of Paragon City asleep forever! It's a good thing you went after them, Character. Otherwise, the lives you've worked so hard to protect would be nothing more than unending siestas!

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