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==== {{UL|Defeat Crosscut}} ====
==== {{UL|Cross Purposes}} ====
'''Cross Purposes'''
 
'''Briefing'''
'''Briefing'''


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He is as mortal as any man. He has neither gone into hiding, nor has he prepared an elaborate trap for you. The way to him is open and clear.
He is as mortal as any man. He has neither gone into hiding, nor has he prepared an elaborate trap for you. The way to him is open and clear.


We have heard reports that he is currently residing in a warehouse in Cap au Diable. I can specify the location for you.
We have heard reports that he is currently residing in a warehouse in Cap au Diable. I can specify the location for you.  


* {{green|Sounds like this will be simple enough, then.}}
* {{green|Sounds like this will be simple enough, then.}}
'''Mission Acceptance'''


Simple, yes, but hardly easy. I would caution you not to underestimate Crosscut, {{Character}}. It is my belief that we have yet to see Crosscut's true skills in combat.
Simple, yes, but hardly easy. I would caution you not to underestimate Crosscut, {{Character}}. It is my belief that we have yet to see Crosscut's true skills in combat.
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Regardless of the risk, you must complete this task. If you can kill Crosscut, {{Character}}, then you may be strong enough to...
Regardless of the risk, you must complete this task. If you can kill Crosscut, {{Character}}, then you may be strong enough to...


{{orange|Dr. Graves stops abruptly, and stares at you for an uncomfortable amount of time.}}
'''{{darkorange|Dr. Graves stops abruptly, and stares at you for an uncomfortable amount of time.}}'''


I have said too much already. Go now. You know what you have to do.
I have said too much already. Go now. You know what you have to do.
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'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''
'''Unnecessary Solicitation'''


{{Missing}}
I can see why you would be hesitant, {{Character}}. Crosscut is formidable. If you'd rather opt out of this mission, I can tell our benefactor that you would like to withdraw. I'm sure that you will be awarded a quick and painless demise.


{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Ugh. Snakes again. Crosscut must be toying with someone new.|Primary=Defeat Crosscut|Secondary=|Additional=**Rescue Crosscut's latest victim
That is not to your liking? Then ''slay Crosscut as I have asked.''
 
{{Mission Objective|Entrance=Ugh. Snakes again. Crosscut must be toying with someone new.|Primary=Defeat Crosscut|Secondary=Rescue Crosscut's latest victim|Additional=
**Speak with Crosscut's victim
**Speak with Crosscut's victim
**Confront Crosscut with your lackey
**Confront Crosscut with your lackey
**Fight Crosscut
**Fight Crosscut
**Speak with Crosscut|Completion=You managed to convince Crosscut to help you take down Dr. Graves.}}
**Speak with Crosscut|Completion=You managed to convince Crosscut to help you take down Dr. Graves.|Map=ABANDONED_WAREHOUSE_30_LAYOUT_07_02}}


'''Enemies'''
'''Enemies'''


{{Enemy Snakes}}
{{Enemy Snakes}}
 
{{Enemy Hearts of Darkness}}
{{Enemy_Link|Image=V badge BattleDomeBadge.png|Faction=Hearts of Darkness|Size= {{{Size|22}}}}}


'''Notable NPCs'''
'''Notable NPCs'''
* Skull Thug {{Named|Faction=Skulls|Type=Bone Daddy|Text=Ally}}
* Skull Thug {{Named|Faction=Skulls|Type=Bone Daddy|Text=Ally}}
* Crosscut {{Named|Faction=Hearts of Darkness|Type=Crosscut|Text=Boss}}
* [[Crosscut]] {{Named|Faction=Hearts of Darkness|Type=Crosscut|Text=Boss}}


{{NPC Text|type=villain|title=Snakes & Skull Thug dialogues|text=
{{NPC Text|title=Snake & Skull Thug Dialogue|text=
'''Upon entering the mission'''
'''Before Combat:'''
:Skull Thug: Oh god, oh god! I'm going to die here... I don't want to die!
:'''Skull Thug:''' Oh god, oh god! I'm going to die here... I don't want to die!
:Enraged Cobra: Ssssilence, creature! I will end your sssscreaming!
:'''Enraged Cobra:''' Ssssilence, creature! I will end your sssscreaming!
'''Combat Start:'''
:'''Enraged Cobra:''' Another foot-walker! I detesssst the lot of you!
'''Upon Rescue:'''
:'''Skull Thug:''' AHHHHH-
:'''Skull Thug:''' Oh!
:'''Skull Thug:''' You're not Crosscut! Help me, please!}}


'''Upon approaching'''
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Skull Thug|Text=
:Enraged Cobra: Another foot-walker! I detesssst the lot of you!
Oh, man. I am glad to see you.
 
'''After defeating the Snakes guarding the thug'''
:Skull Thug: AHHHHH-
:Skull Thug: Oh!
:Skull Thug: You're not Crosscut! Help me, please!}}
 
{{NPC Text|title=Skull Thug conversation|text=Oh, man. I am glad to see you.


Well, I guess not you, specifically. Just anyone that's not Crosscut. That guy... that guy is bad news.
Well, I guess not you, specifically. Just anyone that's not Crosscut. That guy... that guy is bad news.
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I know, right? I think my karma's out of whack or something.
I know, right? I think my karma's out of whack or something.


look, man. I can't take these things, and I certainly don't want to tangle with Crosscut mano a mano. You eem like you can handle these snake-dudes, and you say you're looking for Crosscut...
Look, man. I can't take these things, and I certainly don't want to tangle with Crosscut mano a mano. You seem like you can handle these snake-dudes, and you say you're looking for Crosscut...


Mind take me with you?
Mind taking me with you?


* {{green|Ha, no. I don't need you weighing me down.}}
* {{green|Ha, no. I don't need you weighing me down.}}
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Think about it, man. You can get one of them distracted, and I can blast him from behind! We can be like partners, or-
Think about it, man. You can get one of them distracted, and I can blast him from behind! We can be like partners, or-


{{orange|At the word 'partners', you level a stare at the tug so withering that he stops short of finishing his sentence.}}
'''{{darkorange|At the word 'partners', you level a stare at the thug so withering that he stops short of finishing his sentence.}}'''


No no no, not partners. I misspoke! It would be more like, um...
No no no, not partners. I misspoke! It would be more like, um...
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* {{green|Ugh. Just don't get in my way.}}}}
* {{green|Ugh. Just don't get in my way.}}}}


{{NPC Text|title=Crosscut dialogues|text=
{{Mission Clue|Name=Lackeys and Malefactors|Text=When teaming up with other players of different levels, players can become Lackeys or Malefactors so that they can fight at similar combat levels.
'''After rescueing the Skull Thug'''
 
:Crosscut: Where aaaaaarrrreeeee yooooouuuu?
''Lackeying'' happens when a low-level player joins a high-level player's team. The low-level player becomes the team leader's ''Lackey'', and their combat level increases to the team leader's level minus one.<br />'''Example:''' A level 10 player that joins a level 30 team will become combat level 29 while they remain in that team.
:Crosscut: Come out and plaaaaaaayyyyyy...


'''Upon approach'''
''Malefactoring'' happens when a high-level player joins a low-level player's team. Essentially the opposite of sidekicking, the high-level player (or ''Malefactor'') has their combat level brought down to the team leader's level. Also, if the difference in levels is large enough, the Malefactor may temporarily lose acces to some of their high-level powers.<br />'''Example:''' A level 30 player joining a level 10 team will become combat level 10 while they remain in that team. They will also lose access to all powers they gained after level 15 while they are part of the team.
:Crosscut: {{Character}}? You are not part of the game.
:Crosscut: But, if you'd like, I could include you...
:Skull Thug: Yeah! With {{Character}} here, you're toast!


'''Upon defeat'''
Lackeying and Malefactoring can allow players of different levels to play play together as near-euqals. But remember, after the team is disbanded, everyone's level returns to normal. Make sure you're in a safe place before you leave your team!}}
:Skull Thug: Ha! How does it feel, chuckles? Not so tough now, are you?
:Crosscut: Ooh, my. It... it tickles.


'''After interacting with Crosscut'''
{{NPC Text|title=Crosscut Dialogue|type=villain|text=
'''Before Combat:'''
:'''Crosscut:''' Where aaaaaarrrreeeee yooooouuuu?
:'''Crosscut:''' Come out and plaaaaaaayyyyyy...
'''Combat Start:'''
:'''Crosscut:''' {{Character}}? You are not part of the game.
:'''Crosscut:''' But, if you'd like, I could include you...
:'''Skull Thug:''' Yeah! With {{Character}} here, you're toast!
'''25% Health:'''
:'''Skull Thug:''' Ha! How does it feel, chuckles? Not so tough now, are you?
:'''Crosscut:''' Ooh, my. It... it tickles.}}


{{orange|Crosscut is severely wounded, but doesn't seem to be registering a significant amount of pain.}}
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Crosscut|Text=
'''{{darkorange|Crosscut is severely wounded, but doesn't seem to be registering a significant amount of pain.}}'''


{{Character}}... You've been a naughty boy. You interfered with my game, and broke my toys. You even took my favorite one, and kept it for yourself.
{{Character}}... You've been a very naughty {{GenderDialogue|male=boy|female=girl}}. You interfered with my game, and broke my toys. You even took my favorite one, and kept it for yourself.


That doesn't make me smile, not one bit.
That doesn't make me smile, not one bit.
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* {{green|How would you like to play with Dr. Graves? I'd join in on the fun.}}
* {{green|How would you like to play with Dr. Graves? I'd join in on the fun.}}


{{orange|Crosscut recoils from you.}}
'''{{darkorange|Crosscut recoils from you.}}'''


You want to play with the Doctor? Why? He never smiles, not one bit!
You want to play with the Doctor? Why? He never smiles, not one bit!
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* {{green|I hear he can't be killed. You could play with him forever!}}
* {{green|I hear he can't be killed. You could play with him forever!}}


{{orange|Crosscut nods eagerly at you.}}
'''{{darkorange|Crosscut nods eagerly at you.}}'''


Ohhhhh, that does sound fun, {{Character}}! You think of the best games! I want to play with the doctor, too!
Ohhhhh, that does sound fun, {{Character}}! You think of the best games! I want to play with the Doctor, too!


But... before we play, I would like one favor from you. Please, {{Character}}? Pretty please?
But... before we play, I would like one favor from you. Please, {{Character}}? Pretty please?
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* {{green|W-what is it, Crosscut? I swear, if you try to-}}
* {{green|W-what is it, Crosscut? I swear, if you try to-}}


I just want my toy back, {{Character}}. He's my favorite toy ever, and I don't want to start a new game until I'm finished playing with him.
I just want my toy back, {{Character}}. He's my favoritest toy ever, and I don't want to start a new game until I'm finished playing with him.


{{orange|Crosscut giggles at you, his entire body shivering with delight.}}
'''{{darkorange|Crosscut giggles at you, his entire body shivering with delight.}}'''


I promise, it wont be long...
I promise, it won't take long...


* {{green|Oh, that's all? Sure, go ahead. Knock yourself out.}}
* {{green|Oh, that's all? Sure, go ahead. Knock yourself out.}}


{{orange|Crosscut immediately snaps his gaze to the Skull eccompanying you.}}
'''{{darkorange|Crosscut immediately snaps his gaze to the Skull eccompanying you.}}'''


Oh, thank you, {{Character}}. I won't be long...
Oh, thank you, {{Character}}. I won't be long...


* {{green|Right. I'll see you around.}}
* {{green|Right. I'll see you around.}}}}


'''After talking to Crosscut'''
{{NPC Text|title=Skull Thug Dialogue|text=
:Skull Thug: What? Oh no.
'''Skull Thug:''' What? Oh no.<br />
:Skull Thug: Not cool man, not cool!
'''Skull Thug:''' Not cool man, not cool!<br />
:Skull Thug: Aaiiiiiiieeeeeeee!}}
'''Skull Thug:''' Aaiiiiiiieeeeeeee!}}
 
{{Mission Clue|Name=Lackeys and Malefactors|Text=When teaming up with other players of different levels, players can become Lackeys or Malefactors so that they can fight at similar combat levels.
 
''Lackeying'' happens when a low-level player joins a high-level player's team. The low-level player becomes the team leader's ''Lackey'', and their combat level increases to the team leader's level minus one.
 
'''Example:''' A level 10 player that joins a level 30 team will become combat level 29 while they remain in that team.
 
''Malefactoring'' happens when a high-level player joins a low-level player's team. Essentially the opposite of sidekicking, the high-level player (or ''Malefactor'') has their combat level brought down to the team leader's level. Also, if the difference in levels is large enough, the Malefactor may temporarily lose acces to some of their high-level powers.
 
'''Example:''' A level 30 player joining a level 10 team will become combat level 10 while they remain in that team. They will also lose access to all powers they gained after level 15 while they are part of the team.
 
Lackeying and Malefactoring can allow players of different levels to play play together as near-euqals. But remember, after the team is disbanded, everyone's level returns to normal. Make sure you're in a safe place before you leave your team!}}


'''Debriefing'''
'''Debriefing'''
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I will be honest, I did not expect you to survive your encounter with Crosscut. He was a dangerous man - far more dangerous, I think, than the other contestants realized. I expected him to win the Killing Game by a wide margin.
I will be honest, I did not expect you to survive your encounter with Crosscut. He was a dangerous man - far more dangerous, I think, than the other contestants realized. I expected him to win the Killing Game by a wide margin.


And yet, you beat him in the contest, and you have beaten him in personal combat. I have underestimated you, {{Character}}. You are far more formidable than I originally estimated. You may be just the man I've been waiting for.<noinclude>[[Category:Dr. Graves Missions]]</noinclude>
And yet, you beat him in the contest, and you have beaten him in personal combat. I have underestimated you, {{Character}}. You are far more formidable than I originally estimated. You may be just the {{GenderDialogue|male=man|female=woman}} I've been waiting for.<noinclude>[[Category:Dr. Graves Missions]]</noinclude>

Latest revision as of 03:32, 18 August 2014

Cross Purposes

Briefing

Character, it is time for you to face Crosscut.

He is as mortal as any man. He has neither gone into hiding, nor has he prepared an elaborate trap for you. The way to him is open and clear.

We have heard reports that he is currently residing in a warehouse in Cap au Diable. I can specify the location for you.

  • Sounds like this will be simple enough, then.

Simple, yes, but hardly easy. I would caution you not to underestimate Crosscut, Character. It is my belief that we have yet to see Crosscut's true skills in combat.

He has a tendency to... play with his opponents, to satisfy his perverse and sadistic desires. I do not know how he will react if his life is truly threatened.

Regardless of the risk, you must complete this task. If you can kill Crosscut, Character, then you may be strong enough to...

Dr. Graves stops abruptly, and stares at you for an uncomfortable amount of time.

I have said too much already. Go now. You know what you have to do.

Unnecessary Solicitation

I can see why you would be hesitant, Character. Crosscut is formidable. If you'd rather opt out of this mission, I can tell our benefactor that you would like to withdraw. I'm sure that you will be awarded a quick and painless demise.

That is not to your liking? Then slay Crosscut as I have asked.

Mission Objective(s)

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Map: ABANDONED_WAREHOUSE_30_LAYOUT_07_02

Ugh. Snakes again. Crosscut must be toying with someone new.

  • Defeat Crosscut
    • Rescue Crosscut's latest victim
    • Speak with Crosscut's victim
    • Confront Crosscut with your lackey
    • Fight Crosscut
    • Speak with Crosscut

You managed to convince Crosscut to help you take down Dr. Graves.

Enemies

Snakes
Hearts of Darkness

Notable NPCs

Snake & Skull Thug Dialogue
Skull Thug
Briefing

Oh, man. I am glad to see you.

Well, I guess not you, specifically. Just anyone that's not Crosscut. That guy... that guy is bad news.

  • Yes, I know. I'm looking for him. Why are you here?

I don't know, man. I was smashing up some loser's car when I started to get a whiff of this smell. It was like window cleaner or something.

Next thing I know, I wake up here and this guy Crosscut is standing over me. Tells me I need to play some kind of game with him. Then he makes like a spook and all these snake-things show up... man, I just don't know what's going on.

  • Wow. Sounds like a blast.

I know, right? I think my karma's out of whack or something.

Look, man. I can't take these things, and I certainly don't want to tangle with Crosscut mano a mano. You seem like you can handle these snake-dudes, and you say you're looking for Crosscut...

Mind taking me with you?

  • Ha, no. I don't need you weighing me down.

I won't, man, I promise! I know these things are a bit much for me to handle, but I won't be fighting them by myself! I can support you, you know?

Think about it, man. You can get one of them distracted, and I can blast him from behind! We can be like partners, or-

At the word 'partners', you level a stare at the thug so withering that he stops short of finishing his sentence.

No no no, not partners. I misspoke! It would be more like, um...

I could be your lackey!

  • Ugh. Just don't get in my way.
Clue
Lackeys and Malefactors

When teaming up with other players of different levels, players can become Lackeys or Malefactors so that they can fight at similar combat levels.

Lackeying happens when a low-level player joins a high-level player's team. The low-level player becomes the team leader's Lackey, and their combat level increases to the team leader's level minus one.
Example: A level 10 player that joins a level 30 team will become combat level 29 while they remain in that team.

Malefactoring happens when a high-level player joins a low-level player's team. Essentially the opposite of sidekicking, the high-level player (or Malefactor) has their combat level brought down to the team leader's level. Also, if the difference in levels is large enough, the Malefactor may temporarily lose acces to some of their high-level powers.
Example: A level 30 player joining a level 10 team will become combat level 10 while they remain in that team. They will also lose access to all powers they gained after level 15 while they are part of the team.

Lackeying and Malefactoring can allow players of different levels to play play together as near-euqals. But remember, after the team is disbanded, everyone's level returns to normal. Make sure you're in a safe place before you leave your team!

Crosscut Dialogue
Briefing

Crosscut is severely wounded, but doesn't seem to be registering a significant amount of pain.

Character... You've been a very naughty boy / girl. You interfered with my game, and broke my toys. You even took my favorite one, and kept it for yourself.

That doesn't make me smile, not one bit.

  • I've got a new game for you, Crosscut. Much more fun than this one.

Oh, I don't know, Character. I've been having a lot of fun in here, and now you're here to play with me too!

If you'll stay with me, I'm sure we could have some wonderful times together...

Unless, of course, your game is as fun as you say.

  • How would you like to play with Dr. Graves? I'd join in on the fun.

Crosscut recoils from you.

You want to play with the Doctor? Why? He never smiles, not one bit!

It's no fun playing with someone that doesn't smile. And his eyes aren't pretty at all!

  • I hear he can't be killed. You could play with him forever!

Crosscut nods eagerly at you.

Ohhhhh, that does sound fun, Character! You think of the best games! I want to play with the Doctor, too!

But... before we play, I would like one favor from you. Please, Character? Pretty please?

  • W-what is it, Crosscut? I swear, if you try to-

I just want my toy back, Character. He's my favoritest toy ever, and I don't want to start a new game until I'm finished playing with him.

Crosscut giggles at you, his entire body shivering with delight.

I promise, it won't take long...

  • Oh, that's all? Sure, go ahead. Knock yourself out.

Crosscut immediately snaps his gaze to the Skull eccompanying you.

Oh, thank you, Character. I won't be long...

  • Right. I'll see you around.
Skull Thug Dialogue

Debriefing

So, Character. You are alive.

I will be honest, I did not expect you to survive your encounter with Crosscut. He was a dangerous man - far more dangerous, I think, than the other contestants realized. I expected him to win the Killing Game by a wide margin.

And yet, you beat him in the contest, and you have beaten him in personal combat. I have underestimated you, Character. You are far more formidable than I originally estimated. You may be just the man / woman I've been waiting for.

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