User:Franc/Judas

Judas is a highly adept Mesmer Hero available in Guild Wars Nightfall. He was studying in Vabbi when he learned that his hometown, Chahbek Village was recently attacked by Corsairs. He has come back to Istan to join the Sunspears in a vow to make the Corsairs pay for what they had done.

Lore
Born without a father in a tiny a village on the island of Istan, Judas had shown exceptional aptitude even at an early age. After he had finished studies in Istan, he felt too confined on the island. He longed to see more of Elona and learn new things about the world. So, he set off towards Vabbi to become a scholar. There, Judas spent his free time in the Holdings of Chokhin under the guidance of his fellow scholars. He read hundreds of books and became a devoted follower Lyssa. Doing what he loved, he enjoyed his time in Vabbi, but that had to be cut short once news about a Corsair attack came from Istan. He learned that his home, Chahbek Village was being terrorized. He immediately headed towards Kourna's docks to catch a boat back to Istan with the thought of his mother never leaving his mind. After finding his home destroyed and his mother an unfortunate victim to the Corsairs, he joined the Sunspears to redeem himself and to avenge his mother's death.

Recruitment
Complete the primary quest A Final Wish, which is obtained from Castellan Puuba.

Characters of other campaigns unlock Judas during the primary quest Battle Preparations, obtained from Seamarshal Bendro.

Armor
Judas starts with his own unique version of Vabbian armor. Like most heroes, his headgear is hidden. His armor rating goes from 30 to 60 depending on his level.

The appearance of his armor can be upgraded to Elite Sunspear Armor using Stolen Sunspear Armor acquired during the Dajkah Inlet Challenge Mission.

The appearance of his armor can also be upgraded to Primeval Armor using Primeval Armor Remnants acquired in the Domain of Anguish and during The Ebony Citadel of Mallyx mission.

See also: Judas' Armor Gallery

Idle Quotes
Judas' idle quote changes as the player progresses along the missions:

Blacktide Den:
 * "Anyone who's doing business with a Corsair is definitely up to something suspicious."

Consulate Docks:
 * "Kormir is a great leader, but will that be enough to defeat Varesh's forces?"

Venta Cemetary:
 * "Surely there is some other way back to Istan? There is no way we can trust a Corsair."

Kodonur Crossroads:
 * "We're not going to be only two-legs here if Zhed keeps up his attitude."

Rilohn Refuge:
 * "Fighting Corsair, Kournans, and now Demons? What's next, a God?"

Pogahn Passage:
 * "Margrid again? Just don't expect us to play nice."

Moddok Crevice:
 * "Ah, back to Vabbi! I miss my books."

Tihark Orchard:
 * "Kehanni is going to attend? Now I wish I had an invitation, too. Er, you know, just to make sure you don't get too drunk."

Dzagonur Bastion:
 * "The Master of Whispers seems to know what he's doing. I just wish he'd fill us in so we did too."

Dasha Vestibule:
 * "I'm getting tired of being set on fire, aren't you?"

Grand Court of Sebelkeh:
 * "I hope Lyssa's blessing is still with us now that demons have defiled her temple. We will need it."

Jennur's Horde or Nundu Bay:
 * "These lands are decaying. We must find a way to stop Abaddon's influence from spreading any further."

Gate of Desolation:
 * "I heard it's a good thing to wash up for you get inside one of these beasts. If they smell food on you, they might just swallow you whole."

Ruins of Morah:
 * "I pity Morgahn. Having to kill someone you love is not an easy decision."

Gate of Pain:
 * "The Realm of Torment. This is definitely one hell of an adventure."

Gate of Madness:
 * "I am not going to sit and watch the events that affect me unfold to determine the course of my life. I'm going to take a stand. I'm going to defend it. Right or wrong, I'm going to defend it."

Abaddon's Gate:
 * "If the Gods really haven't forsaken us, then this should be a piece of cake, right? Right?"

After completion of Nightfall:
 * "I just wanted to kill some Corsair. Who knew I'd help you save the world and watch Kormir transform into a God?"

Battle Quotes

 * "Only the meek get pinched. The bold survive."
 * "You fight as well as Norgu can act!"
 * "Come here! Let me teach you a little thing called pain."
 * "I probably shouldn't of had ale this morning."
 * "Hurry up. I could kill ten Corsairs while you're fooling around!"
 * "You either kill, or you get killed. Guess which one you get to do."
 * "We can't stop here. This is bat country."
 * "Stop hitting yourself!"
 * "Go ahead, make my day."

Trivia

 * "Judas" is the English version of Hebrew name "Yehudah" which means "praised".
 * The name "Judas" may also be a reference to one of many characters in the Bible with the same name.