General Z
Overview
General Howard Aarons was the driving force in the creation of the military unit called VIGILANCE, but the unconventional end of the unit forced him to retire in disgrace, shortly after the Rikti War. Now, General Aarons investigates the Sky Raiders for his own personal reasons, providing the heroes investigating the villain group with whatever info he can offer. General Aarons also negotiates peace treaties all around the world, including the cease-fire between the Earth armies and the Traditionalist Rikti faction.
In game, he will show up as General Z or General Aarons, and is a Pet level ally with a faction of Soldier.
Heroes can find him:
- (As "General Z") during the mission Thwart the assassination attempt in the Mysterious General Z story arc from Christine Lansdale as a Pet and an Ally (Levels 25 - 29).
- (As "General Z") during the mission Rescue General Aarons in the Mysterious General Z story arc from Christine Lansdale as a Pet and an Ally (Levels 25 - 29).
- (As "General Aarons") during the mission Help with Conference Security, as a NPC.
- (As "General Aarons") during the mission Serpent Drummer's Rescue Captives from the Nemesis Army, as a Pet and an Ally.
Villains can find him:
- (As "General Aarons") during the mission Help with Conference Security, as a NPC.
- (As "General Aarons") during the mission Serpent Drummer's Rescue Captives from the Nemesis Army, as a Pet and an Ally.
- Note: Despite being presented as a Boss level ally, he is actually of class Pet.
Quotes
During the mission Thwart the assassination attempt in the Mysterious General Z story arc he will be found captured by the Sky Raiders:
Before combat:
- Genreal Z: I wouldn't hold a rifle like that if I were you.
- Sky Raiders soldier: Keep your mouth shut, old man, and you might live through this.
Combat start:
- Sky Raiders Captain: Supress this invader!
Once free: I can help you deal with these greenhorns.
During the mission Rescue General Aarons in the Mysterious General Z story arc he will be again in the clutches of the Sky Raiders:
Before combat:
- Sky Raiders soldier: You'll tell us anything we want to know, old man
- General Z: I don't intend to talk. So you can save your breath.
Combat start:
- Sky Raiders JumpBot: Orders confirmed. Neutralize all hostiles.
Once free: I can help you deal with these jokers.
During the mission Help with Conference Security, in the peace talks with the Rikti Traditionalists, he's the negotiator for the Earth side:
I am General Aarons, government liaison to these peace negotiations. Every time I think I've seen it all, something unbelievable happens.
Not too long ago we were invaded by these Rikti aliens. Worst day in history, worse than Brass Monday or even D-Day when the 5th Column blew the heck out of Independence Port. Sad... sad day.
But now, here I am standing across a table from a Rikti Traditionalist trying to sign a peace treaty. They seem like they mean it, like they want to stop the bloodshed, but if I've learned one thing in all my years, it's that you have to learn to expect the unexpected.
Good day, Character.
During the mission Rescue Captives from the Nemesis Army, he will have been captured by the Nemesis soldiers and must be saved:
Once free: C'mon. Let's get the others
If refound: Alright, quit grinning at the old man having a senile moment, and let's get cracking.
Ambush: Recapture the prisoners!
Information
The first time you meet General Z, his background info is:
- You're not exactly certain what General Z is doing at this meeting. The only thing you know is that the Sky Raiders seem to want him dead.
The second time you meet him, his background info is:
- The mysterious General Z has been revealed as General Aarons. His assistance has been invaluable to you, but if the Sky Raiders have their way, it may well cost him his life.
When you meet him in Serpent Drummer's story arc:
- Though General Aarons retired shortly after the Rikti War, he has since become a presence in the world community, negotiating cease-fires and peace treaties all around the world.
Powers
General Z has a couple attacks of his own, none of them too powerful:
Powers
Target Pistol Ranged, Lethal, Med Dam
This invention can cause a target to feel tired and worn down, reducing the speed of their attacks. The Lethargy Inducer has 20 charges.
(A note: Aarons' pistol has the Lethargy Inducer description and is tagged as ranged and energy, but actually deals lethal and does NOT do any of the Lethargy Inducer's effects)
Brawl Melee, Smash
When all else fails, use your own 2 fists.