StarCraft II: Nova Covert Ops quotations/Mission Pack Three

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After a lengthy investigation, Nova discovered that General Davis, a respected figure in the Dominion, is also the leader of the Defenders of Man. In this role, Davis was responsible for indoctrinating Dominion ghosts, including Nova herself, and orchestrating feral zerg and Tal'darim attacks against civilians.

Though publically loyal to Emperor Valerian, the general believed her actions would undermine his position and eventually remove him from power.

When Nova revealed her findings to the emperor, she expected him to order Davis's assassination. But he had other ideas. In the ensuing argument, Valerian insisted that they follow his own plan.

Alone aboard the Bucephalus, Valerian then contacted Davis, and told her he intended to step down as emperor of the Terran Dominion...

Before Mission
Defenders Adjutant: Psi-emitters have been augmented by technology recovered from the Moebius Foundation... If discovered, it will trace back to Valerian Mengsk.

Valerian: I've accepted that my father is beyond redemption and must be removed from power...

Davis: Yes?

Defenders Officer:' The emperor has arrived, general. He wants to make his announcement soon.

Davis: Does he? We'll be watching closely. If anything goes wrong, your orders are to kill that boy...

Horner: There's not much time left, emperor.

Valerian: I know. Everything must go exactly as we discussed. Davis's forces will be focused on my security escort, expecting us to try something. You need to infiltrate the facility while they're distracted, Nova.

Nova: I've got it covered.

Valerian: Take Davis into custody and bring her to the balcony before the end of my speech. Then I'll announce her arrest to the Dominion.

Nova: She's not going to go quietly.

Valerian: She won't have a choice after this. Nova, I'm counting on you.

Reigel: I've been running scans on Davis's compound. Unfortunately, their security appears to be quite thorough...

Nova: That's why they're sending me.

Reigel: Indeed... Davis's communications have revealed that she'll be watching the speech from inside her office. However, you will have to take a long route through the compound in order to reach her.

Nova: So it's either stealth or full force. I'll gear up accordingly. How do I get inside?

Reigel: Patrols are light in the sewers located below the building. You should be able to infiltrate the area without too much trouble.

Nova: No trouble at all...

Reigel: You will not be needing the assistance of your army in this mission, Nova.

Newscast
Lockwell: After a long silence, Emperor Valerian has announced a press conference on the core world of Vardona. This follows his evacuation from the Korhal Palace due to rising tensions during a protest. Some people believe the emperor is running from his responsibilities while others feel his departure is the first step to a peaceful resolution. We await his statement for more details.

The Mission
Nova: I'm in.

Reigel: Head toward these coordinates. They'll lead you into the rest of the compound.

Nova: All right. I'm counting on you to be my eyes down here.

Reigel: There's an interesting energy reading coming from this room. Take a moment to investigate it, if you can.

Nova: Hmm. It's a visor. I should be able to control one of the Defenders pretty easily with it.

Reigel: I get the feeling you've done this before.

Defenders Thor: Um... Where's the mechanics bay?

Defenders Scientist: The other way! You broke something again?

Reigel: Wait-There's a laser detector ahead of you. I believe a flashbang grenade could disable it.

(If no flashbangs equipped)

Nova: I don't have any. But I bet this visor will get one of the Defenders could do the job for me.

(Send dominated enemies to fight)

Reigel: Using your enemies against each other... An elegant solution.

Reigel: A sensor drone is near your position, Nova. You can destroy it, or keep your distance.

Reigel: You may need some additional equipment as you move forward, Nova. I've planted a storage locker near your current position.

Nova: I'm starting to think you're sneakier than I am.

Reigel: You're almost out of the sewers, Nova. The exit is just ahead.

(If thor is moved to the repair bay)

Defenders Thor: Can I get some repairs now? Don't ask me how it broke.

Nova: Ok, I've reached the inside of the compound.

Reigel: General Davis is still in her office. She's not taking any chances until the speech is finished. Two security rooms are monitoring the door's locking mechanism. You'll need to get to them and override the controls before the emperor finishes his speech.

Nova: On it.

Reigel: Here are the locations of the security rooms. Good luck, Nova.

Nova: I'm going to need it...

Reigel: The military research division here was well funded. My scans show they might be storing equipment in these locations.

Nova: That's worth looking into.

Reigel: These sonar drones are armed with EMP technology. Take caution not to disturb them, Nova.

Nova: No kidding.

(Find the first security room)

Nova: I see the security room, but I can't get into it.

Reigel: Try controlling the guards who are already inside, then.

(Deactivate first security room)

Nova: There, one of the control panels is set. Now for the other one.

(Find the second security room)

Reigel: Here's the second room. You know what to do next...

(Deactivate second security room)

Reigel: Davis's office is open. You are clear to make the arrest.

Nova: Wait... There's a psionic presence there. It seems familiar.

(Approach phase reactor suit)

Reigel: I've detected something in your area, Nova. I believe it's a suit.

Nova: That sounds like it could come in handy.

(Acquire phase reactor suit)

Nova: You should see this thing, Reigel. It's really impressive...

Reigel: Do test it out when you have the chance.

(Approach special ordinance)

Reigel: Davis's forces were conducting advanced weaponry tests in this sector. Let's have a look at their findings, shall we?

Nova: Can't wait.

(Find secret room)

Adjutant: Sit comfortably in a lotus position. When you breathe in, count to 10. Breathing out, count to 12. Imagine clouds, angels, the sun, and bunnies on your feet. Giggle internally and let your soul light shine. You are beautiful. You are meant to be in this world. You are not trash. Love yourself. Hug yourself. But don't let anyone see.

Nova: Is this weapon meant to be a gun or a sword? I think it's both!

(Acquire special ordinance)

Nova: Reigel, I've gotten ahold of the advanced weaponry, and there's a lot of it.

Reigel: That's what I was hoping for...

(Approach Davis's office before security rooms)

Reigel: Davis's office is still on lockdown. You'll need to visit both of the security rooms to open it.

(When discovered)

Defenders Trooper: We have a security breach, send reinforcements.

Defenders Trooper: Open fire!

Defenders Trooper: Kill her!

Defenders Trooper: Take out the ghost!

Defenders Ghost (male): There's our enemy.

Defenders Ghost (male): I see her!

Defenders Ghost (female): Engaging target!

Defenders Scientist: Help! There's someone here!

(Enemies lose sight of Nova)

Defenders Trooper: Enemy's gone.

Defenders Ghost (male): Target lost.

Defenders Ghost (female): Damn, she's out of range.

(Alert while cloaked)

Defenders Trooper: Someone's here!

Defenders Ghost (male): I sense something...

Stone Fight
(Approach final room)

Stone: I knew I'd see you again.

Nova: Stone... What happened.

Stone: You deserted me and sided with the Dominion to murder your former comrades. Guess I'm next.

Nova: They've altered your memories. This isn't you...

Stone: We are who we choose to be... And you chose this.

Nova: Damn it. I'm going to have to get him out of the way.

Nova: I don't want to kill him, but I'll have to weaken him until he can't fight anymore.

Reigel: That seems more than fair under the circumstances.

(First phase cycle)

Stone: You were the best of us, Nova. Why betray us?

Nova: It was your idea, actually.

Stone: More lies!

(Defeat Stone)

Nova: He's down... Reigel, you have to send someone to help him!

Reigel: Of course, for now you should focus on Davis.

After Mission
Nova: Davis, the emperor has requested your presence.

Davis: And if I refuse?

Nova: You won't.