Characters Guide

Dispatch Voice Cast

Robert Robertson III / Mecha Man

Background

Robert Robertson III is the protagonist of Dispatch and the third generation to bear the Mecha Man mantle. After inheriting the legendary Mecha Man suit from his late father, who inherited it from Robert’s grandfather (the original Mecha Man), Robert served as a frontline superhero until complications with his suit forced him into retirement from active duty.

Role in the Story

Former Hero: Struggling with the loss of his active hero identity
Dispatcher: Now coordinates the Z-Team from headquarters via the Superhero Dispatch Network
Mentor: Guides reformed villains on their journey to heroism
Leader: Makes critical decisions affecting the team and city

Character Development

Throughout the eight episodes, Robert:

Adjusts to his new role behind the desk
Builds relationships with the Z-Team
Confronts his legacy and family history
Makes choices that define his leadership style
Potentially pursues romance with team members

Voice Actor

Voiced by Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad, Bojack Horseman)

The Z-Team

The Z-Team consists of former villains who joined the Phoenix Program to rehabilitate and become heroes. Each member brings unique abilities, personalities, and troubled pasts.

Blonde Blazer

Overview

Blonde Blazer (BB) is a Supergirl-type hero and one of the Superhero Dispatch Network’s branch heads. She serves as Robert’s boss and was instrumental in hiring him for the dispatcher role.

Stats & Role

Primary Stats: Strength, Speed, Durability
Role: Leader, Branch Head, Powerhouse
Type: Traditional superhero

Background

One of the most powerful heroes in the SDN
Has a complicated romantic history with Dumpy
Serves as a mentor figure and authority in the organization
Represents the traditional hero establishment

Relationship Dynamics

Professional Superior: Robert’s direct boss
Potential Romance: Can be romanced in Episode 3 (permanent choice)
Team Leader: Commands respect from the Z-Team
Complex Past: History with other SDN heroes

Invisigal (Courtney)

Overview

Invisigal (real name: Courtney) is a former villain previously known as Invisibitch. She joined the Phoenix Program to reform and become a hero, bringing exceptional combat skills and mobility to the team.

Starting Stats

Combat: 4
Intellect: 3
Charisma: 1
Mobility: 3
Vigor: 1

Abilities

En Pointe: Position-based bonuses for first deployment slot A la Seconde: Position-based bonuses for second deployment slot Pirouette: Automatic mission retry if initial attempt fails Wolf Pack: When dispatched solo, doubles XP rewards for entire team

Strengths

Top-tier combat effectiveness
Excellent for solo missions
High mobility for time-sensitive operations
XP farming through solo deployments
Shadow-based weaponry with supernatural accuracy

Weaknesses

Low Charisma (1) - struggles with social missions
Low Vigor (1) - vulnerable to extended operations
Not ideal for crowd control or negotiations

Best Uses

Solo missions (Wolf Pack XP bonus)
Combat-heavy operations
Speed-critical rescues
Precision strikes
Chase sequences

Build Recommendations

Primary: Maximize Combat (5+) and Mobility (4-5) Secondary: Boost Intellect to 4 for tactical versatility Optional: Small Vigor investment (2-3) for survivability

Character Arc

Struggles with her villainous past
Seeks redemption through heroic acts
Develops relationships with team members
Potential romance option (Episode 3 choice)
Major story role in trust/betrayal scenarios

Synergies

Pairs Well With: Punch Up (combat coverage)
Complements: Prism (tactical support)
Avoid Pairing: Low-Charisma heroes on social missions

Prism

Overview

Prism is an illusion master who can create duplicates and manipulate perceptions, making them one of the most versatile heroes on the Z-Team.

Starting Stats

Combat: 4
Intellect: 2
Charisma: 4
Mobility: 1
Vigor: 1

Abilities

Duplicate Creation: Creates copies of adjacent heroes with half their stats Illusion Mastery: Exceptional versatility in combat and social situations Tactical Support: Enhances team effectiveness through duplication

Strengths

Excellent Combat (4) and Charisma (4)
Duplication ability effectively doubles team power
Versatile for both combat and social missions
Natural leader and communicator
Can compensate for missing team members

Weaknesses

Low Mobility (1) - slow response times
Low Vigor (1) - vulnerable to extended ops
Duplication creates weaker copies (half stats)

Best Uses

Multi-hero coordinated missions
Social missions requiring leadership
Combat operations with tactical planning
Missions where you can duplicate high-stat heroes

Build Recommendations

Primary: Maintain Combat and Charisma balance (both to 5) Secondary: Boost Intellect to 3-4 for well-rounded capability Optional: Slight Vigor increase for survivability

Strategy Tips

Use duplication on your strongest adjacent hero
Deploy Prism in slot 2 for maximum duplication options
Pair with high-stat specialists to double their effectiveness
Excellent for missions requiring 2+ stats

Punch Up

Overview

Punch Up is an incredibly resilient hero who cannot be permanently downed and actually grows stronger when injured.

Starting Stats

Combat: 3
Intellect: 1
Charisma: 3
Mobility: 1
Vigor: 4

Abilities

Unkillable: Cannot be permanently downed Grows Stronger When Injured: Damage increases combat effectiveness Extra Mission Slots: Provides additional positions when fewer than 4 slots available Immunity to Injury Debuffs: Cannot be injured or suffer injury penalties

Strengths

Exceptional Vigor (4) - ultimate tank
Cannot die or be removed from roster
Gets better as fights continue
Inspiring presence (Charisma 3)
Reliable for dangerous missions

Weaknesses

Low Intellect (1) - poor at technical missions
Low Mobility (1) - slow to respond
Limited tactical flexibility

Best Uses

High-risk combat missions
Extended operations
Monster attacks
Frontline tanking
Missions where you expect casualties

Build Recommendations

Primary: Max out Vigor (5+) and Combat (4-5) Secondary: Boost Charisma to 4 for leadership Avoid: Intellect investment unless building versatility

Synergies

Pairs Well With: Invisigal, Coupe (covering mobility/intellect gaps)
Excellent With: Golem (double tank composition)

Coupe

Overview

Coupe is a former assassin who brings precision, combat expertise, and tactical intelligence to the Z-Team.

Starting Stats

Combat: 4
Intellect: 3
Charisma: 1
Mobility: 3
Vigor: 1

Abilities

High combat efficiency combined with tactical intelligence and swift movement, making Coupe ideal for precision operations.

Strengths

Top-tier Combat (4)
Good Intellect (3) for technical missions
High Mobility (3) for rapid deployment
Assassin background provides unique tactical advantages
Excellent for solo operations

Weaknesses

Low Charisma (1) - poor social skills
Low Vigor (1) - vulnerable to damage
Limited endurance for long missions

Best Uses

Precision strikes
Combat missions requiring intelligence
Solo assassination-style operations
Chase sequences with combat elements
Technical raids

Build Recommendations

Primary: Maximize Combat (5+) Secondary: Balance Mobility and Intellect (both to 4) Optional: Minimal Vigor investment for basic survivability

Character Background

Former assassin with a troubled past, seeking redemption through the Phoenix Program.

Golem

Overview

Golem is an earth-based hero with exceptional durability and versatile abilities that adapt to different situations.

Starting Stats

Combat: 3
Intellect: 1
Charisma: 3
Mobility: 1
Vigor: 4

Abilities

Diamond in the Rough: Slot-based stat modifications Spread Thin: Boosts stats when deployed in empty mission slots Earth Powers: Situational stat flexibility based on mission type

Strengths

Exceptional Vigor (4) - great tank
Decent Combat (3) and Charisma (3)
Versatile earth-based powers
Adaptable to various mission types
Good team player

Weaknesses

Low Intellect (1) - struggles with technical missions
Low Mobility (1) - slow response
Requires strategic positioning for optimal ability use

Best Uses

Endurance missions
Flexible multi-stat operations
Team coordination requiring Charisma
Defense operations
Missions where positioning matters

Build Recommendations

Balanced Build: Boost all stats evenly for versatility Tank Build: Max Vigor and Combat Support Build: Focus on Charisma and situational bonuses

Malevola

Overview

Malevola is a master manipulator with exceptional intellect and charisma, making her perfect for social engineering and strategic missions.

Starting Stats

Combat: 2
Intellect: 4
Charisma: 3
Mobility: 2
Vigor: 1

Abilities

Strong in social manipulation and intellectual challenges. Can adapt her approach to various mission types through clever use of her high mental stats.

Strengths

Top Intellect (4) - best for technical missions
High Charisma (3) - excellent social skills
Versatile build options
Strategic thinker
Good for healing/support roles

Weaknesses

Low Combat (2) - struggles in physical fights
Low Vigor (1) - fragile
Not ideal for action-heavy missions

Best Uses

Hacking and technical operations
Hostage negotiations
Social engineering missions
Investigations
Support and healing roles

Build Recommendations

Primary: Max Intellect (5+) and Charisma (4-5) Flexible: Can build in any direction but prioritize mental stats Note: Continue upgrading Charisma for optimal support abilities

Sonar

Overview

Sonar is a unique hero with transformation abilities that allow them to swap stat configurations between missions.

Starting Stats (Form-Dependent)

Standard Form:

Combat: Varies
Intellect: Varies
Charisma: 3-4
Mobility: 2
Vigor: 1-2

Abilities

Form Transformation: Swaps Combat/Intellect with Charisma/Vigor between missions Healing Specialist: Strong support and healing capabilities Tactical Versatility: Can fill different roles based on current form

Strengths

Incredible flexibility through transformation
Strong healing support
Can adapt to team needs
Good Charisma for coordination
Fills multiple role niches

Weaknesses

Form-dependent effectiveness
Cannot change form mid-mission
Requires planning for optimal deployment
Lower stats in non-primary areas

Best Uses

Healing and support missions
Flexible deployment when team needs vary
Social missions in appropriate form
Backup for missing specialists

Build Recommendations

Primary: Focus on Charisma and Vigor Strategy: Plan transformations around upcoming mission types Versatility: Keep both forms viable through balanced upgrades

Strategic Note

Sonar is dependable but requires knowing mission types in advance. Strong pick for adaptive team compositions.

Phenomenon

Overview

Phenomenon is a hero with an exceptional ability that drastically reduces rest time, allowing for rapid redeployment.

Abilities

Two-Second Rest Time: Only requires 2 seconds of cooldown between missions Rapid Deployment: Can be used for multiple consecutive missions Blessing and Curse: Low cooldown but may have other limitations

Strengths

Almost no cooldown period
Can handle multiple emergencies in succession
Excellent for mission-heavy episodes
Reduces need for deep roster rotation

Weaknesses

Other stats may be lower to balance rapid deployment
Risk of fatigue buildup if overused
May sacrifice power for speed

Best Uses

Back-to-back emergencies
When other heroes are on cooldown
Mission-heavy scenarios
Filling gaps in rotation

Other Notable Characters

Dumpy

Background: Formerly in a relationship with Blonde Blazer, fell into depression after their breakup.

Recovery: Found strength through friendship with Robert and rejoined hero duties.

Stats: Exceptionally strong in raw power, speed, and durability.

Chase

Background: Former youngest member of the Brave Brigade who rapidly ages due to his powers.

Story: Retired early from frontline work, returned as dispatcher and hero.

Notable Moment: Famously saved Fizzy from Shroud, possibly dying in the process.

Flambae

Role: Fire-based combat specialist

Primary Stat: Combat (high specialization)

Best For: High-damage combat operations and fire-related emergencies

Team Composition Considerations

Balanced Core Team

Tank: Punch Up or Golem
DPS: Invisigal or Coupe
Support: Prism or Malevola
Flex: Sonar

Specialist Rotation

Combat: Invisigal, Coupe, Flambae, Punch Up
Intellect: Malevola, Invisigal, Coupe
Charisma: Prism, Malevola, Sonar
Mobility: Invisigal, Coupe, Phenomenon
Vigor: Punch Up, Golem

Relationship Management

Build positive relationships by:

Pairing compatible heroes together
Having heroes work with teammates they trust
Avoiding negative relationship pairings
Engaging in office conversations

Strong relationships provide:

Team synergy bonuses
Better mission success rates
Unlocked dialogue and story moments
Improved endings

Character Progression Tips

Specialize Early: Focus each hero’s primary stats first
Fill Gaps: Build heroes to cover team weaknesses
Synergy Focus: Upgrade heroes who work well together
Story Consideration: Some heroes have major story roles - keep them viable
Romance Planning: If pursuing romance, keep those heroes strong
Rotation Ready: Maintain at least 6-7 viable heroes for cooldown management

Understanding each character’s strengths, weaknesses, and story role is crucial for both gameplay success and narrative satisfaction in Dispatch.

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