Dr. Cheng
Overview
Dr. Cheng is a hero contact in the Bell Point neighborhood of Independence Port Dr. Cheng is a Magic origin contact. His level range is 20-24. His primary story arc is the Wheel of Destruction story arc.
Introductions
Contact Introduced By
New Contact(s)
I know a guy named Kevin Cordell who runs a small security consulting business. He's heard about you and would like to talk sometime about the Sky Raiders and the Lost. Kevin used to be a hero, and he still has access to Training Enhancements.
Kevin is not easily impressed, but I think you will do just fine with him, Character.
Have you ever read any of Jim Bell's articles in the paper? He's a great reporter who's been doing a lot of articles on the Tsoo and the Warriors. Jim has access to Training Enhancements.
Jim is outspoken and opinionated, but he is extremely well informed.
Have you ever worked with Miriam Bloechl, the psychic? She's quite talented and enjoys helping heroes with the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns. She has Training Enhancements.
Miriam's talent is very impressive; you will learn much from her.
Information
Mystic
No one knows Dr. Cheng's first name, or even his real name. Like all wise mystics, he knows that names have power, and so he is careful to hide his. There has been a Dr. Cheng living in Paragon City since the 1840's, and, as far as anyone can tell, this is the same man. He neither confirms nor denies his reputed age. Dr. Cheng wiles away the hours of the day in local restaurants and teahouses, dispensing wisdom, advice, and aid to any who ask it of him. He is known to be a powerful magician who specializes in dealing with malevolent spirits, ghosts, and demons. Since the Rikti War, Dr. Cheng has become closely involved with the city's heroes, offering them help in their ceaseless pursuit of justice. He is particularly interested in the Banished Pantheon and the Circle of Thorns.
Initial Contact
I can sense great potential within you. Do no falter from the path you have chosen, difficult though it may be.
Store
Dr. Cheng sells
- Inspirations
- Level 20 Dual-Origin Natural/Magic enhancements
- Level 25 Dual-Origin Natural/Magic enhancements
- Level 25 Single Origin Magic enhancements
Badge Mission
Template:Mission Badge Spirit Warrior
Story Arc
Template:Mission StoryArc The Wheel of Destruction
Missions
Template:Mission Deliver Package to Stephanie Peebles Template:Mission Intro Assist the Talos Island Security Chief Template:Mission Common Recover Armadura del Sol Template:Mission Common Find the missing class
Find Suzanne Trent (20-23)
Briefing
In the wake of the Rikti War, there's been a resurgence of all kinds of mysticism. This has helped in some cases, even providing the city with new hope. But it has also caused a great deal of trouble. One new cult calls itself the Banished Pantheon. They have some sort of dark power; they can animate the dead and call spirits from beyond the grave! A reporter named Suzanne Trent was investigating them, but now she's gone missing. Please find Suzanne Trent as soon as possible.
Mission Acceptance
The creatures we have seen the most frequently have been dubbed Husks; they seem to be made from the animated bodies of the dead.
Unnecessary Solicitation
I am really counting on you to return Suzanne Trent to us safely.
Mission Objective(s)
Somewhere below, a woman's terrified screams echo in the darkness.
- Find Suzanne Trent
You have defeated the Banished Pantheon minions and rescued Suzanne Trent.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Suzanne Trent (NPC Hostage)
- Ventiir / A'Taar (Banished Pantheon Spirit of Pain)
Notes
- The name of the hostage varies. Possible names are Edith Frasier, Marion Ford and Suzanne Trent.
- Even though the name of the hostage can change, the name in the description of the temporary power received will be Suzanne Trent.
Temporary Power:
When you rescue Suzanne Trent, she will give you the Idol of Lughebu temporary power.
Melee, Moderate Damage, Negative, Self +Hit Points, Foe -Accuracy
When you rescued Suzanne Trent, she gave you this idol she found in the Pantheon's lair. While carrying it, you have the ability to drain the life from nearby foes, increasing your own Hit Points. The idol must be returned to the MAGI vault within 3 real days.
When you rescued Suzanne Trent, she said:
'I've seen a lot of horrible things since I started this investigation. This Banished Pantheon cult, they're inhuman! They worship some kind of lost god-like beings, horrible prehistoric entities that feed on pain. Their chief god is Lughebu, who demands that they learn about all beings of power. Here, take this idol I discovered. I have a feeling there's some sort of dark magic about it.
Debriefing
According to Suzanne Trent, the Banished Pantheon is investigating all beings of power. I must say, that phrase has an ominous ring to it. Depending on the definition, it could include heroes like yourself.
Hit the streets and defeat a few Pantheon cultists (20-24)
Briefing
The Banished Pantheon have been spreading their dark forces over the city. People are afraid, and I understand why. I need a hero to hit the streets and defeat a few Pantheon cultists. They've been seen often on Talos Island, and I've heard that they still mill around the Dark Astoria Hazard Gate. I would not go in there at your current power, though. Evil has taken root there.
Mission Acceptance
Thanks for taking this on, Character. Be careful. The Pantheon is a powerful adversary.
Unnecessary Solicitation
Those Pantheon cultists are still roaming the streets. I need you to take care of that.
Mission Objective(s)
- Combat Banished Pantheon menace
- Defeat 20 Banished Pantheon
You have decreased the number of Banished Pantheon cultists roaming the streets.
Enemies
Debriefing
The Pantheon cultists have grown fearsomely strong, Character. It's good that we have brave people like you who can fight them.
Take the fight to the Banished Pantheon in Dark Astoria
Briefing
Ever since Astoria became a hazard zone, few have dared to venture in there. Those that return report wandering hordes of Husks and Chambers animated by the dark powers of the Banished Pantheon. As long as they control the zone, it will be impossible for the city to retake that part of the city. I need you to take the fight to the Banished Pantheon in Dark Astoria.
Mission Acceptance
You could start in Romero Heights or Dido's View. Those neighborhoods are especially overrun.
Unnecessary Solicitation
+++ Missing Information +++
Mission Objective(s)
- Combat Pantheon in Dark Astoria
- Defeat 20 Banished Pantheon
You have lessened the Banished Pantheon's hold on Dark Astoria.
Debriefing
Through your efforts and those of other heroes like you, Dark Astoria may one day be restored to the city. Thank you, Character.
Clear the Banished Pantheon out of Dark Astoria
Briefing
Though no one lives in Dark Astoria any more, there are still reports coming in from the few brave souls who are willing to venture into that haunted place. One of the more disturbing reports is that much of the zone is now overrun with walking dead controlled by the Banished Pantheon. If the city is ever to retake Dark Astoria, we'll need heroes like you to clear the Banished Pantheon out. Raimi Arcade and Toffet Terrace are completely overrun, though I think you can find cultists in any section of the zone.
Mission Objective(s)
- Defeat X Banished Pantheon
Debriefing
It may take years to get the Pantheon out of Dark Astoria, but with heroes like you on the case, it'll happen someday.