Overview[]
| Jake Kim | |
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| Zone | Independence Port |
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| Coordinates | (-2184, 0, -1268) |
| Level Range | 20-24 |
| Introduced by | Mark Freeman |
| Introduces | Collin Larson Marvin Weintraub |
| Enemy groups |  The Family Freakshow Tsoo Warriors Banished Pantheon |
| Badges |  Pwnz Badge
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Jake Kim is a City of Heroes contact located in the Crey Cove neighborhood of Independence Port at coordinates (-2184, 0, -1268). Jake Kim is a Technology origin contact. His level range is 20-24.
Introductions[]
Contact Introduced By[]
New Contact(s)[]
You should go see Collin Larson. He's a cybernetics expert and a real friend to heroes everywhere. He knows a great deal about the Freakshow and the Family. He also has Training Enhancements.
Collin is well suited to work with heroes like you.
There's a scientist named Marvin Weintraub who's quite the expert on advanced technologies, the Freakshow, and the Family. He also has training enhancements.
Marvin has done as much to help the heroes of Paragon City as anyone in the world.
Information[]
Weapons Proliferation Expert
The rapid and rampant spread of high-powered weaponry throughout Paragon City is a cause of some concern to government and civic groups alike. Jake Kim is one of the world's foremost experts on weapons proliferation, and he recently came to Paragon City to study the phenomenon up close. With so many criminal and paramilitary groups using high-powered weaponry, it is surprisingly easy for deadly weapons to fall into the wrong hands. Jake does what he can to advise both law enforcement officials and heroes about the best ways to combat this growing menace. He provides valuable information about possible arms proliferation sites and works closely with the defense industry to improve their internal security systems. He has already been credited with keeping hundreds of powerful weapons off the street, and as his network of contacts and helpful heroes grows he is becoming even more effective.
Initial Contact[]
Too many unregistered weapons are out there on the streets. I want your help tracking them down.
Store[]
Badge Mission[]
Retrieve the stolen weapons from the Freakshow[]
Briefing
There's been a great deal of chaos on the streets of the city, and a good deal of it has been started by a gang called the Freakshow. This highly factionalized group of nihilistic anarchists has become dangerous, fueled by a drug called Excelsior and their unwavering hatred of 'the system.' Their tenacity and wild abandon make them dangerous opponents. I just got a tip that the Freakshow have taken raided the Lockhart Aerotech weapons lab and made off with a mighty arsenal. Will you retrieve the stolen weapons from the Freakshow?
The Freakshow aren't just thugs with guns. They're well armed, well equipped, and crazy. With all of the Excelsior in their systems, many Freaks can barely feel pain. What's more, lots of them have undergone radical cybernetic surgery to turn themselves into walking death machines. So this isn't going to be easy.
Mission Objective(s)
Scientific notes litter the floor, each one detailing advances that are now part of the Freakshow's arsenal.
- Defeat Freak leader, his crew
- 6 weapons caches remaining
You have secured the weapons and defeated the Freakshow.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- The PwNxx0rz! (Tank)
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Advanced weapons |
| These weapons are all highly advanced, some of them bordering on the exotic. You can only imagine how much havoc the Freakshow could have wrought with them. |
Badge
The Pwnz badge is awarded upon mission completion.
Debriefing
You did everyone a big favor. The Freakshow get most of their technology through theft, and I'm sure you'll agree they don't need to get any more dangerous. Here, you should take some of the weapons you confiscated. I'm sure you'll make better us of them than the Freaks would.
Temporary Power
After the mission debriefing, the hero will earn the Confiscated Beanbag temporary power.
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Confiscated Beanbag Auto: Ranged, Minor Damage (Smashing), Foe Disorient You confiscated this weapon from a Freakshow base. It fires a single, non-lethal beanbag that can seriously disorient a target. You have 50 beanbags. |
Story Arc[]
Souvenir[]
Iron Hand's Badge
Detective Jackson gave you Iron Hand's badge after you apprehended the disloyal agent. It's a constant reminder that life in Paragon City can be treacherous, even to hardened professionals.
A Hand of Iron
Your routine missions against the Freakshow were going well. Perhaps too well. Your contact informed you that your constant thwarting of Freakshow schemes had put an undercover cop in danger! The Freaks suspected they had a mole.
You hit the streets, defeating Freak after Freak in an attempt to divert suspicion from the mole. If you could only make your actions seem random, not directed, perhaps the Freaks would let their suspicions slide. In one battle, you recovered a list of names from a defeated Freak. You took the list to Det. Rondel Jackson, who was dismayed to learn that his officer's name was among those listed. It seemed the Freaks' suspicions might be on the money.
Det. Jackson asked you to rescue his agent, Iron Hand. After an intense battle with the Freaks, you learned that Iron Had had indeed become one of them. His undercover persona had become his life.
Prevent Freakshow from making off with the electronics[]
Briefing
The Freakshow have broken into a warehouse full of electronic parts, which they no doubt plan to use for their cybernetic enhancements. If you get over there right now, you may be just in time to prevent the Freakshow from making off with the electronics.
Our informants are the only thing keeping us in step with the Freakshow.
Mission Objective(s)
- Smashed bottles and bad techno music betray the presence of the Freakshow.
- Bust electronics thief and his crew
You have defeated the Freakshow.
Enemies
Debriefing
With my information and your skill, we will certainly shut the Freakshow down.
Patrol the area and prevent the Freakshow assaults[]
Briefing
The Freakshow have increased their activity in one of my patrol zones. It seems they're targeting specific business folk for assault. I need you to patrol the area and prevent the Freakshow assaults.
This kind of activity hurts the economy of Paragon City.
Mission Objective(s)
- Patrol Talos Island for Freaks
- Visit 5 locations
Debriefing
Thanks for stopping those Freakshow assaults. If we let the Freaks intimidate Paragon City's business men, they may well achieve the anarchy they crave.
Hey, I got a message from a friend of mine, Detective Rondel Jackson. Your recent Freakshow encounters have put one of his undercover agents in jeopardy. It seems the Freaks are beginning to suspect they have a mole, simply because you often happen to be at the right place at the right time
Cull the numbers of the Freakshow[]
Briefing
We need to divert suspicion from that undercover agent who infiltrated the Freakshow. I want you to go cull the numbers of the Freakshow. If you start taking on Freaks at random, they may begin to realize that you don't have inside information about their activities.
If this doesn't work, Det. Jackson may have a hard time pulling his man out of their.
Mission Objective(s)
- Divert suspicion from mole
- Defeat 20 Freakshow
You found a list of names on one of the Freakshow you defeated.
Enemies
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List of names |
| You recovered this list of names from the body of one of the Freakshow members you defeated. |
Debriefing
One of the Freaks was carrying this list? Hmm. I don't recognize any of the names, but I'll ask Det. Jackson. Maybe the list has something to do with that undercover agent he placed among the Freakshow.
Take the list to Det. Rondel Jackson[]
Briefing
This list of names you found on the Freakshow may mean something to Det. Rondel Jackson. Would you take the list to Jackson? I need to hear his take on it.
Hopefully, Jackson will be able to make some sense of those names.
Mission Objective(s)
- Deliver list to Det. Jackson
| Debriefing
Hmm, it looks like the Freaks put together a list of possible moles in their operation. Wait a minute! This guy, that's our undercover cop! His code name is Iron Hand. Thanks, I will try to pull him out of their right away. |
Debriefing
So, the Freaks might be wise to that undercover agent? That doesn't sound good for this Iron Hand fellow. I'll see if there's anything else you can do to help.
Go talk to Det. Jackson[]
Briefing
You should go talk to Det. Jackson. He's concerned about Iron Hand, that undercover agent he placed with the Freakshow. It sounds like the agent's in danger, and Det. Jackson could really use your help.
Thanks. Please do anything Jackson asks of you.
Mission Objective(s)
- Talk to Det. Jackson
| Briefing
Thanks for meeting with me. I haven't heard from Iron Hand all day, and he's not responding to his pager. His last known location was a Freakshow hideout. Please get over there and see if you can find any sign of him. If you learn anything, report back to me. |
Mission Objective(s)
These sewers have been blocked off by piles of debris. It looks like the Freaks don't want to be found.
- Defeat base leader and his crew
After questioning the Freakshow gangers, you learn that Iron Hand has left the base. He's with a group of Freaks who are hell-bent on some secret objective.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Freezeek (Freakshow Tank Smasher)
Mission Objective(s)
- Take info to Det. Jackson
| Briefing
Iron Hand's with that group? Oh, man. Word on the street is that they're going to assault a Council base. I need you to head over there and get Iron Hand to safety. |
Mission Objective(s)
The sounds of battle ring out from the base. In this melee, it won't be easy to get Iron Hand out unscathed.
- Rescue Iron Hand
You have defeated the Freakshow and apprehended Iron Hand.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Iron Hand (Freakshow Tank Swiper)
Debriefing
Det. Jackson wanted me to pass this on to you. He said that Iron Hand was deep undercover for a while, but they never thought they'd lose him like that. It happens every once in a while, most frequently with the Freakshow. Their hedonistic lifestyle makes it easy for them to ferret out agents, and even easier for the agents to succumb to their self-indulgent ways. Jackson wanted to extend his thanks to you for your help, and your discretion.
Here, take Iron Hand's police badge. He won't be needing it, now that he's joined the Freakshow. And you should have a reminder of the price we all pay to make this city safe.
Missions[]
Deliver package to Stephanie Peebles[]
Briefing
Have you ever been to Striga Isle? There's a woman there named Stephanie Peebles who needs our help. She's got all she can do trying to hold Port Noble together against the onslaught of the Council. Will you take this package over to Stephanie? I'd appreciate it if you didn't look inside.
The Council has managed to entrench itself on Striga Isle but good. If you can give Stephanie any assistance against them, I'm sure she'll be grateful. Of course, I hope you won't forget about your old friends here in Paragon City. We'll always be grateful for your help too.
Mission Objective(s)
- Go see Stephanie Peebles
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Mysterious package |
| This package, intended for Stephanie Peebles, has a strange scent. Try as you might, you can't quite place it. |
| Debriefing
Thanks for the package, I'm grateful. So, what do you think of Port Noble? Doesn't look like much, maybe? Well, it's my home. I've been doing what I can to kick those Council goons out, but I need more help. I'd appreciate it if you could stick around. Otherwise, you can keep following leads from your other contacts. I'll always be here, and I'll always be grateful for assistance. |
Assist the Talos Island Security Chief[]
Briefing
The conflict between the Warriors and the Tsoo for dominance over Talos Island is endangering innocents. The Security Chief over there wants your help.
Both those bands of thugs need a lesson.
Mission Objective(s)
- Assist Security Chief
| Briefing
I need you to confront the Tsoo and the Warriors. Here are some basics about the area. If I were you, I'd look for the Tsoo in Helen Point or New Sparta. New Thebes and New Troy are typical Warrior hangouts. |
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Talos Island briefing |
| During the 1950's, the titanic hero Talos fought to save the city from a horrid beast called the Chimera. Talos wrestled the protean creature into the deepest waters of the bay, and their struggles somehow set off a volcano in the waters. Talos was killed, and the island created by the lava flow was named after him. Recently, a couple of gangs have been squaring off for Talos Island turf: the Warriors and the Tsoo. The Warriors have a fixation with gladiators; they carry swords and are often superb soldiers. The Tsoo seem to be a gang with some magical might behind them. |
Mission Objective(s)
- Discourage gang war
- Defeat 10 Tsoo and 10 Warriors
Debriefing
That should quiet things down for a bit. Talos Island is in for a long war, I'm afraid.
Investigate the warehouse and destroy any Superadine you find[]
Briefing
We have an opportunity to strike a powerful blow against the Family, but you'll have to act quickly. We have traced a significant portion of their Superadine operation through a warehouse in Independence Port. I need you to investigate that warehouse and destroy any Superadine you find. We think they may be aware of our surveillance. You only have 75 minutes to investigate the warehouse.
This could be big. We've been trying for years to get evidence on the Family's drug dealing.
An acrid chemical smell pervades this area.
Mission Objective(s)
- Investigate Family warehouse (Timed, 75 minutes)
- 4 Drugs, 2 Labs, 5 Chemicals, Evidence
Enemies
The Family
You're history, pal!
You're cruisin' for a bruisin'!
Notable NPCs
- None
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Family files |
| These files prove conclusively that the Superadine lab you destroyed was owned and operated by ranking Family members. This evidence, along with your testimony, should be enough to put these evildoers in jail. |
Debriefing
That was a Herculean effort. Shutting down that warehouse will put a huge dent in the Family's Superadine operation.
Stop the destruction[]
Briefing
I just got a call from the Paragon City Museum of Art and Antiquities. It seems the Freakshow just stormed into one of their storage warehouses, and they're busting up everything in sight. I need you to get over there and stop them from destroying those items. Can you do it?
The Freaks have been there for a while, so I don't expect you to save everything inside. But if you can't save at least one important item, we'll have to consider this mission a failure.
I don't know what the Freakshow's aim is here. Proceed with caution.
You hear a voice yell out, "When was the Ming Dynasty, anyway?"
Mission Objective(s)
- Defeat all Freaks, save any item
- 3 items in jeopardy
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Display Case x3
Debriefing
You saved a lot of important items from the Freakshow. You should be proud. As for the Freakshow's aim, well, I guess they didn't have one, apart from rampant destruction. That's how the Freaks entertain themselves. It's too bad it's the rest of society that pays the price.
See Dark Astoria Security Chief[]
Briefing
I need you to report to the Security Chief for Dark Astoria and help fight the Banished Pantheon. He didn't give me any details, but he sounded swamped.
Dark Astoria can get under your skin if you let it. Just focus on the job at hand.
Mission Objective(s)
- Assist the Dark Astoria Security Chief
| Briefing
The Pantheon is causing a lot of trouble around here, especially in Romero Heights and Raimi Arcade. Take this briefing and get out there. |
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Dark Astoria briefing |
| The maps say 'Astoria', but this place has always been 'Dark Astoria' to the people of Paragon City. The cemetery up there dates back to the prehistoric era, and there's sort of a spooky quality to it. Of course, very few people go in there anymore—not since the dead started crawling out of the ground! We're pretty sure it's the Banished Pantheon behind it all. They've got the magic to do it. You get rid of a few zombies, more come back. Even worse, there's a giant zombie in there. That's why the authorities have abandoned the place. Heroes should go in there only in small teams. |
Mission Objective(s)
- Keep the peace in Dark Astoria
- Defeat 20 Banished Pantheon
Missing Mission Completion Text
Enemies
Debriefing
You seem to have come through that all right. You have nerves of steel.
Stop the Tsoo attacks on the Family[]
Briefing
I hear the Tsoo are planning to attack a couple of key Family front business today. I need you to get over to Independence Port and stop the Tsoo attacks on the Family. We can't let innocent people get caught up in this gang war.
Just don't expect the Family to be grateful for your intervention.
The lock has been forced, and the door hangs dizzily on one hinge.
Mission Objective(s)
- Bust gang leaders, their crews
- Locate the office manager, 4 bombs to disarm
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Office manager (NPC Hostage)
Until today, I tought this was a legitimate bussiness. Obviously, I couldn't have been more wrong! If you want me to testify, it's the least I can do.
Qotes
The two mission's bosses will be fighting among them in the last room, and will say the following:
Capo Muscle: We're gonna make mincemeat outta you!
Sorcerer: We hear you. Chao-xing
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The office manager's story |
| When you rescued the office manager, he told you:
"Until today, I tought this was a legitimate business. Obviously, I couldn't have been more wrong! If you want me to testify, it's the least I can do!" |
Mission Objective(s)
You hear a spray of bullets ricochet off the walls
- Bust gang leaders, their crews
- 4 bombs to disarm
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- None
Quotes
This mission will have several groups of Tsoo and Family thugs fighting among them. They all say the following:
Tsoo Minion: You will fall before us!
Family Minion: These jokers don't know who they're messing with.
(aggroed)
Tsoo Minion: The Tsoo will not be stopped.
Family Minion: You're going down, punk.
Same as in the first half, the two bosses will be fighting each other when you enter:
Capo Muscle: Pound these suckers into the next week!
Ancestor Spirit: You cannot possibly stand before us.
(aggroed)
Capo Muscle: Hero leaves in a body bag!
Ancestor Spirit: All of them must fall!
Debriefing
That office manager you rescued is going to testify, that means a lot of Family bosses put in jail. Outstanding work. Just outstanding!
Infiltrate the Freakshow and recover the stolen Chameleon Suit[]
Briefing
The Freakshow are always on the lookout for new technology they can put to use causing mayhem. Their leader, a man called Dreck, recently ordered the Freakshow to steal a holographic disguise suit that was in development over at the university. They got away with one of the two prototypes, but the second one was saved by a quick-thinking student. That's where you come in. I want you to infiltrate the Freakshow and recover the stolen Chameleon Suit.
The Chameleon Suit only has a limited power supply. It should last about 15 minutes.
Temporary Power
Upon accepting this mission, a hero will receive the Freakshow Disguise temporary power.
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Freakshow Disguise Self Stealth This suit can cause you to look like a member of the Freakshow without actually undergoing the hazardous cybernetic surgery. You can pass completely unnoticed by the Freakshow. However, if you take any aggressive actions, your cover will be blown, and the diguise will no longer be effective. Disables the use of Stealth related powers while worn. This disguise will last one hour of real time. |
Mission Objective(s)
Nothing seems unusual to you about this sewer section, but you know that somewhere within lurks an army of dangerous Freaks.
- Recover stolen Chameleon Suit
You have recovered the stolen suit.
Enemies
Notable NPCs
- Trenton (Boss) (Tank)
I don't want that suit leaving these tunnels!
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Stolen Chameleon Suit |
| This version of the suit has been modified by the Freakshow to imitate specific members of the Paragon City government. |
Debriefing
If the Freakshow had used that disguise to infiltrate City Hall, I can't even imagine the chaos they could have caused. You have the city's gratitude.
Assist the Security Chief in Independence Port[]
Briefing
Time to take a bite out of crime. The Security Chief in Indy Port wants some help with those scumbags from the Family. Go lend him a hand.
If you get a chance, take a look at the Statue of Wavelength near the water. She was a speedster who fell in the Rikti War.
Mission Objective(s)
- Assist the Security Chief
| Briefing
Here's some information on the area. We've been having a lot of trouble with the Family, especially in Crey Cove and Bell Point. I really need you to lend a hand. |
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Independence Port briefing |
| This is where many brave heroes defended the city against an invading space armada back in the 50's. Paragon City renamed the area Independence Port, in honor of the heroes who died in that epic battle. You'll see the big statue of Cassiopeia by the bridge; she was one of the famous heroes who died in that fight. It's a shame that organized crime runs the docks nowadays. The Family pulls all the strings here, despite the best efforts of law enforcement. |
Mission Objective(s)
- Keep peace in Independence Port
- Defeat 20 Family
Enemies
Debriefing
Nice job helping clean up a historic zone!
Make it clear that the Freaks don't belong anywhere near the reactor[]
Briefing
The Terra Volta reactor powers the force fields that keep the civilized parts of the city safe, so it's become quite a target for extermist groups like the Freakshow. I need you to get over to Terra Volta and make it clear that the Freaks don't belong anywhere near that reactor. Reactor technicians have reported seeing Freakshow near the Challenger Technology Complex and the Raysun Petroleum facility. Maybe you should start in one of those areas.
Terra Volta's pretty scary these days. I'd recommend taking some allies with you.
Mission Objective(s)
- Combat Freakshow in Terra Volta
- Defeat 20 Freakshow
Missing Mission Completion Text
Enemies
Debriefing
It's heroes like you who keep Terra Volta running. You've done good work today.
Go to Independence Port and stop the Family protests[]
Briefing
I guess you've heard that a Family captain, Johnnie Two Shoes, is being tried tomorrow for murder and comspiracy? Well, I can assure you the thugs over in Independence Port are aware of it! They've been protesting by wreaking havoc on city property. Someone's got to get over to Independence Port and stop the Family protests. Can you do it?
Tempers are particularly high in Wave Landing and Crey Cove. I recommend starting in one of those neighborhoods.
Mission Objective(s)
- Fight Family in Independence Port
- Defeat 20 Family
Missing Mission Completion Text
Enemies
Debriefing
The Family hates to see one of their men put in jail. Thanks for keeping them from taking it out on the city.
Head off the Freaks' violence[]
Briefing
There are rumors around that the Freakshow is planning something in Talos Island to protest the capture of Upstart, one of their faction leaders. So far, they don't seem to have any plans, but if the number of Freaks reaches a critical mass, they won't need a plan to set the whole zone on fire. It would be a good thing if you could head off the Freaks' violence. I've heard that a lot of them are congregating near New Thebes and Argo Highway, but you can probably find Freakshow all over.
As I mentioned, the Freaks don't seem to have a plan, yet, so there's still time. A few public defeats by heroes such as yourself should cool them down.
Mission Objective(s)
- Defeat Freakshow in Talos Island
- Defeat 20 Freakshow
Missing Mission Completion Text
Enemies
Debriefing
You've reminded the Freakshow that the city's protectors are watching. The people of Paragon City owe you again.
Show the Family that extortion isn't welcome[]
Briefing
I've been hearing a lot of complaints about the Family lately. It seems those thugs think they can bully any business owner in town. I want you to hit the streets and show the Family that extortion isn't welcome in this town.
The Family has controlled the businesses in Independence Port for some time. I'd suggest starting your sweep around there.
Mission Objective(s)
- Combat Family menace
- Defeat 20 Family
Missing Mission Completion Text
Enemies
Debriefing
The Family may think they run things in this town, but they are sorely mistaken. Thanks for making that clear.
Take the fight back to the Freakshow[]
Briefing
Every faction of the Freakshow follows the word of one man, the leader they call Dreck. Dreck's latest edict is for the Freakshow to take every possible opportunity to defeat the city's heroes and prove that they have the power to rule the city. The city's heroes will just have to take the fight right back to them. I've heard that the Freaks are particularly active in Talos Island and Independence Port, but they'll most likely confront you anywhere you go.
The Freakshow can be tenacious, but I think you've got what it takes to beat them.
Mission Objective(s)
- Combat Freakshow menace
- Defeat 20 Freakshow
Missing Mission Completion Text
Enemies
Debriefing
I understand that Dreck has stepped back from his latest edict to the Freakshow. He hasn't mentioned you by name, but I think he was a little alarmed by the way you stepped up to the challenge.
Go to Independence Port and show the Family they don't own the docks[]
Briefing
It seems Independence Port is at the center of the Family's Superadine ring. I want to bust that ring wide open! Get over to Independence Port and show the Family that they don't run the docks.
Bell Point and Patriot Wharf are hotbeds for drug runners. You might want to start in one of those areas.
Mission Objective(s)
- Fight Family in Independence Port
- Defeat 20 Family
Missing Mission Completion Info
Enemies
Debriefing
The Family is at the very heart of the Superadine trade. If we can stop them, we may win Paragon City's war on drugs.