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The '''Incarnate System''' is the name of the end game content, first unveiled in [[Issue 19|Issue 19: Alpha Strike]].
The '''Incarnate System''' is the name of the end game content, first unveiled in [[Issue 19|Issue 19: Alpha Strike]].


The system features new content, abilities, and rewards for level 50 characters. As player characters work through the content, they will be given rewards to unlock special Incarnate slots and special [[Incarnate Component|salvage]] to craft boosts that will increase the capabilities of Level 50 characters. In turn, these characters will need the added abilities in order to work through subsequent and more difficult content.
The system features new content, abilities, and rewards for level 50 characters. As player characters work through the content, they will be given rewards to unlock special Incarnate slots and special [[Incarnate Component|salvage]] to craft boosts and powers that will increase the capabilities of Level 50 characters. In turn, these characters will need the added abilities in order to work through subsequent and more difficult content.


A purchase of the [[Going Rogue]] expansion is required for players to access the Incarnate System. Initially, the first Incarnate level (called the [[Alpha Slot]]) was to be available with implementation of the  [[Going Rogue]] expansion, but due to feedback from Beta Testers that unlocking the slot without new content made the system feel incomplete, it was pushed back[http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=229365].
A purchase of the [[Going Rogue]] expansion is required for players to access the Incarnate System.
 
[[Issue 19]] introduced the Alpha Slot and the first two tiers of Boosts, in addition to two task forces designed for characters who have unlocked the Alpha Slot. The Rare and Very Rare boosts are were released with the [[Strike Pack]].


== Incarnate System Mechanics ==
== Incarnate System Mechanics ==
* The effects of the Incarnate System Abilities function [[Sidekick#Exemplar/Malefactor|exemplared]] down to Level 45. Under that level, they stop working. At level 45 and higher, they work for all game content, not just [[Incarnate]] content.
* The effects of the Incarnate System Abilities function [[Sidekick#Exemplar/Malefactor|exemplared]] down to Level 45. Under that level, they stop working. At level 45 and higher, they work for all game content, not just [[Incarnate]] content.


== Boost List ==
== Ability List ==
All boosts can be seen in the Incarnate System window, though their effects and names could change before their release:
All Incarnate Abilities can be seen in the Incarnate Abilities window, though their effects and names could change before their release:
# '''[[Alpha Slot|Alpha]]:''' Strengthen a character's strengths or shore up weaknesses with direct enhancement.
# '''[[Alpha Slot|Alpha]]:''' Functions as a universal [[Enhancements|Enhancement]] that affects all applicable powers. Portions of its boosts bypass [[Enhancement Diversification|Enhancement Diminishing Returns]].
# '''Judgment:''' Grant characters new upgradeable multi-target attack powers, which can take the form of an AoE, Cone, Chain, or a PBAoE depending on what is chosen. Elements available for this power are Fire, Cold, Dark, and Electric. Damage is not affected by Archetype, nor by Alpha slot choice. Recharges in 90-120 seconds.
# '''Judgment:''' Will grant characters new upgradeable multi-target attack powers, which can take the form of an AoE, Cone, Chain, or a PBAoE depending on what is chosen. Elements available for this power are Fire, Cold, Dark, and Electric. Damage is not affected by Archetype, nor by Alpha slot choice. Recharges in 90-120 seconds.
# '''Interface:''' This Boost will provide the player with a Permanent Proc effect, that will affect enemies with each hostile attack. Base percentages of Procs firing is variable depending on choice chosen, with some allowing two procs going off at the same time.
# '''Interface:''' Will provide the player with a Permanent Proc effect, that will affect enemies with each hostile attack. Base percentages of Procs firing is variable depending on choice chosen, with some allowing two procs going off at the same time.
# '''Lore:''' The Lore Boost is a Very Long Recharge power that allows the user to Heal and Buff a large amount of companions and HP, In higher tiers, it allows resurrection of up to 2 comrades.  
# '''Lore:''' Will be a Very Long Recharge power that allows the user to Heal and Buff a large amount of companions and HP, In higher tiers, it allows resurrection of up to 2 comrades.  
# '''Destiny:''' The Destiny Boost is a Very Long Recharge power that allows the user to buff a large amount of team mates for 120 Seconds. Tier 4 powers allow for increasing of Resistances to 90% etc.
# '''Destiny:''' Will be a Very Long Recharge power that allows the user to buff a large amount of team mates for 120 Seconds. Tier 4 powers allow for increasing of Resistances to 90% etc.
# '''Hybrid:''' Nothing is known about this boost.
# '''Hybrid:''' Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
# '''Genesis:''' Nothing is known about this boost.
# '''Genesis:''' Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
# '''Stance:''' Nothing is known about this boost.
# '''Stance:''' Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
# '''Vitae:''' Nothing is known about this boost.
# '''Vitae:''' Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
# '''Omega:''' Nothing is known about this boost.
# '''Omega:''' Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.


=== Alpha Slot ===
=== Alpha Slot ===
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== Incarnate Abilities Window ==
== Incarnate Abilities Window ==
The Incarnate Abilities Window can be found by clicking on Powers over the Power Tray to open up the Powerlist Window. At the top of the Powerlist Window, click on Incarnate Abilities to open the Incarnate Window. Or, use the command '''''/toggle incarnate''''' to open and close the Incarnate Window.
The Incarnate Abilities Window can be found by clicking on Powers over the Power Tray to open up the Powerlist Window. At the top of the Powerlist Window, click on Incarnate Abilities to open the Incarnate Window. Or, use the command '''''/toggle incarnate''''' to open and close the Incarnate Window.
== Historical ==
{{Historical|reason=change}}
* Initially, the first Incarnate level (called the [[Alpha Slot]]) was to be available with implementation of the  [[Going Rogue]] expansion, but due to feedback from Beta Testers that unlocking the slot without new content made the system feel incomplete, it was pushed back[http://boards.cityofheroes.com/showthread.php?t=229365].
* [[Issue 19]] introduced the Alpha Slot and the first two tiers of Boosts, in addition to two task forces designed for characters who have unlocked the Alpha Slot. The Rare and Very Rare boosts are were released with the [[Strike Pack]].


== See Also ==
== See Also ==

Revision as of 19:47, 2 March 2011

Overview

The Incarnate System is the name of the end game content, first unveiled in Issue 19: Alpha Strike.

The system features new content, abilities, and rewards for level 50 characters. As player characters work through the content, they will be given rewards to unlock special Incarnate slots and special salvage to craft boosts and powers that will increase the capabilities of Level 50 characters. In turn, these characters will need the added abilities in order to work through subsequent and more difficult content.

A purchase of the Going Rogue expansion is required for players to access the Incarnate System.

Incarnate System Mechanics

  • The effects of the Incarnate System Abilities function exemplared down to Level 45. Under that level, they stop working. At level 45 and higher, they work for all game content, not just Incarnate content.

Ability List

All Incarnate Abilities can be seen in the Incarnate Abilities window, though their effects and names could change before their release:

  1. Alpha: Functions as a universal Enhancement that affects all applicable powers. Portions of its boosts bypass Enhancement Diminishing Returns.
  2. Judgment: Will grant characters new upgradeable multi-target attack powers, which can take the form of an AoE, Cone, Chain, or a PBAoE depending on what is chosen. Elements available for this power are Fire, Cold, Dark, and Electric. Damage is not affected by Archetype, nor by Alpha slot choice. Recharges in 90-120 seconds.
  3. Interface: Will provide the player with a Permanent Proc effect, that will affect enemies with each hostile attack. Base percentages of Procs firing is variable depending on choice chosen, with some allowing two procs going off at the same time.
  4. Lore: Will be a Very Long Recharge power that allows the user to Heal and Buff a large amount of companions and HP, In higher tiers, it allows resurrection of up to 2 comrades.
  5. Destiny: Will be a Very Long Recharge power that allows the user to buff a large amount of team mates for 120 Seconds. Tier 4 powers allow for increasing of Resistances to 90% etc.
  6. Hybrid: Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
  7. Genesis: Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
  8. Stance: Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
  9. Vitae: Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.
  10. Omega: Nothing is known about this Incarnate Ability.

Alpha Slot

The Alpha Slot can be unlocked by defeating foes at level 50. It used to be normally unlocked by completing Mender Ramiel's arc, which is still interesting since it introduces players to the Incarnate System by advancing the in-game story-line and lore, and explaining the mechanics of how the Incarnate System works.

A character can access their Incarnate Abilities Window even before any Incarnate Slots are unlocked, where they can manage all their Incarnate abilities.

Once the Alpha Slot is unlocked, the character:

More details can be found on the Alpha Slot Abilities page.

Incarnate Abilities Window

The Incarnate Abilities Window can be found by clicking on Powers over the Power Tray to open up the Powerlist Window. At the top of the Powerlist Window, click on Incarnate Abilities to open the Incarnate Window. Or, use the command /toggle incarnate to open and close the Incarnate Window.

Historical

This article or section contains information about changes that took place in City of Heroes/Villains. It is provided for historical purposes.

  • Initially, the first Incarnate level (called the Alpha Slot) was to be available with implementation of the Going Rogue expansion, but due to feedback from Beta Testers that unlocking the slot without new content made the system feel incomplete, it was pushed back[1].
  • Issue 19 introduced the Alpha Slot and the first two tiers of Boosts, in addition to two task forces designed for characters who have unlocked the Alpha Slot. The Rare and Very Rare boosts are were released with the Strike Pack.

See Also

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