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[[File:Atlas_Statue.jpg|right|thumb|100px|The Atlas Statue]]The '''Atlas statue''' is arguably the most recognizable landmark in all of [[Paragon City]]. It towers over Atlas Plaza and can easily be seen in almost any corner of [[Atlas Park]]. It was built in memory of the hero [[Atlas]].
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== Overview ==
[[File:Atlas_Statue.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The Atlas Statue in Atlas Park]]
The '''Atlas Statue''' is a massive statue that can be found in [[Atlas Park]] built as a memorial to the Hero [[Atlas]], depicting him carrying the world on his back. Arguably the most recognizable landmark in all of [[Paragon City]], it towers over Atlas Plaza and can easily be seen in almost any corner of Atlas Park. The space underneath the statue is often host to socializing and costume contests.


Many heroes gather under the Atlas statue to socialize, and it is not uncommon to see many boomboxes set up and idle chit-chat conversations taking place there. This is where most supergroup recruitment takes place. Many times each day, high level characters will host costume contests here on every server.
On top of the Atlas statue globe, one can obtain the [[Top Dog Badge|Top Dog]] [[Hero Exploration Badges|Exploration Badge]]. There is a [[Plaque]] commemorating his death in front of the statue. Contacts in Atlas Park send new heroes to read this plaque in order to learn about fallen heroes. Unlike most plaques, it is not related to any [[History Badges]].


On top of the Atlas statue globe, one can obtain the [[Top Dog Badge|Top Dog]] [[Hero Exploration Badges|exploration badge]]. The Atlas Park trainer, [[Ms. Liberty]], can be found in front of the statue. There is a [[Atlas Statue Plaque|Plaque]] in front of the statue commemorating Atlas' death.
== Plaque Inscription ==
{{Mission Briefing|Contact=Atlas Statue|Type=Inscription|Text=This statue commemorates the heroic death of the mighty Atlas. On December 7th, 1941, the Forces of the original [[5th Column]] launched a surprise attack on Paragon City. Atlas single-handedly fought back a large group of advancing 5th Column soldiers, and prevented them from gaining a foothold beyond [[Independence Port]]. His brave sacrifice held the area until the [[Freedom Phalanx]] arrived and drove back the invaders.}}
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== Images ==
 
<center>
<gallery>
Image:Atlas_Statue.jpg|Atlas Statue
Image:Atlas_Statue_Side.jpg|Atlas Statue (Side)
Image:Atlas_Statue_Old.jpg|Old Atlas Statue
Image:Atlas_Statue_Old_Side.jpg|Old Atlas Statue (Side)
Image:Atlas_Statue_Trailer.jpg|Atlas Statue (Trailer)
Image:Hyb01.jpg|Pre-Release Atlas Park Loading Screen
</gallery>
</center>


== Notes ==
== Notes ==
* In the CoH Beta, Atlas' globe was was a wire frame rather than solid.
* The Atlas Statue's model was changed as part of [[Issue 24]]. It's old model can still be found in [[Echo: Atlas Park]].
* During CoH's development Atlas' globe was a metal framework rather than a solid. This design can be seen in an [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eHB9zxtet4 early City of Heroes Trailer], an [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1NSF5oBkIQ early gameplay presentation] and a pre-release loading screen image.


[[Category:No-Badge Plaques]]
[[Category:Landmarks]]
[[Category:Landmarks]]

Latest revision as of 17:35, 5 November 2020

Overview

The Atlas Statue in Atlas Park

The Atlas Statue is a massive statue that can be found in Atlas Park built as a memorial to the Hero Atlas, depicting him carrying the world on his back. Arguably the most recognizable landmark in all of Paragon City, it towers over Atlas Plaza and can easily be seen in almost any corner of Atlas Park. The space underneath the statue is often host to socializing and costume contests.

On top of the Atlas statue globe, one can obtain the Top Dog Exploration Badge. There is a Plaque commemorating his death in front of the statue. Contacts in Atlas Park send new heroes to read this plaque in order to learn about fallen heroes. Unlike most plaques, it is not related to any History Badges.

Plaque Inscription

Inscription

This statue commemorates the heroic death of the mighty Atlas. On December 7th, 1941, the Forces of the original 5th Column launched a surprise attack on Paragon City. Atlas single-handedly fought back a large group of advancing 5th Column soldiers, and prevented them from gaining a foothold beyond Independence Port. His brave sacrifice held the area until the Freedom Phalanx arrived and drove back the invaders.


Images

Notes