Episode 1: Onboard - Complete Walkthrough Guide

Welcome to the comprehensive guide for Dispatch Episode 1: Onboard! This episode introduces you to the Z-Team, establishes key character relationships, and sets up critical story paths for the entire game.

📋 Episode Overview

Episode Name: Onboard
Focus: Introduction & Team Formation
Key Characters: Mecha Man, Blonde Blazer, Invisigal, The Streak
Major Themes: First impressions, trust building, establishing dynamics

🎯 Quick Navigation

• First Day Choices
• Meeting Blonde Blazer
• Team Introduction
• Initial Mission
• Character Interactions
• Consequences & Impact

🚀 First Day Choices

Scene 1: Arrival at Z-Team Headquarters

Choice: How do you introduce yourself?

💡 Pro Tip: Your introduction sets the tone for character relationships throughout the game. Choose based on which character you want to build early rapport with.

👱‍♀️ Meeting Blonde Blazer

Scene 2: First Conversation

Key Decision: How do you respond to Blonde Blazer's professionalism?

Option 1: Match her professionalism

• ✅ +10 Blonde Blazer trust
• ✅ Unlocks professional relationship path
• ℹ️ Maintains respectful distance

Option 2: Try to be friendly and casual

• ⚠️ +3 Blonde Blazer trust
• ℹ️ She appreciates the effort but prefers professionalism early on
• 📝 May affect romance availability later

Option 3: Show admiration for her skills

• ✅ +7 Blonde Blazer trust
• ✅ Opens compliment dialogue options
• ℹ️ Good balance between professional and personal

Best Choice Analysis

For most playthroughs, Option 1 (Match her professionalism) is recommended as it:

• Builds the strongest early foundation
• Doesn't lock you out of any paths
• Establishes mutual respect

🏃 Team Introduction

Scene 3: Meeting the Z-Team

You'll be introduced to key team members:

1. The Streak - Fast, impulsive, high mobility

   • First impression matters
   • Appreciates confidence

2. Invisigal - Mysterious, powerful, complex

   • Values authenticity
   • Dislikes fakeness

3. Mecha Man - Your character's alter ego

   • Identity management begins here
   • Critical for Episodes 5-6

Team Dynamics Choice

Decision: How do you present yourself to the team?

Recommendation: Team Player approach - It builds positive relationships with everyone without creating early conflicts.

🎖️ Initial Mission

Scene 4: First Dispatch Call

Mission Type: Rescue Mission (Easy Difficulty)
Required Stats: Vigor 40+, Charisma 30+

Team Selection:

• ✅ Recommended: Blonde Blazer + Invisigal
  • Combined vigor: 85
  • Relationship bonus: +5% (neutral start)
  • Success rate: ~92%

Choice: Who do you send?

💡 Success Tip: This is designed as a tutorial mission - any reasonable team will succeed. Use it to learn the dispatch mechanics.

Post-Mission Debrief

Decision: How do you handle the mission success?

💬 Character Interactions

Blonde Blazer Conversation

Optional Scene: After-mission coffee

• Appears if Blonde Blazer trust ≥ 10
• Discusses team dynamics
• Opportunity for personal connection

Dialogue Choices:

1. Ask about her background → Unlocks backstory
2. Discuss the mission → Builds professional rapport
3. Mention Mecha Man's identity → ⚠️ Not recommended yet

Invisigal Moment

Optional Scene: Late-night encounter

• Appears if you chose friendly approach
• First hint at her powers
• Sets up romance path if handled well

Best Response: Show genuine interest without pushing too hard

📊 Consequences & Impact

Episode 1 Ending Paths

Your choices in Episode 1 affect:

1. Character Trust Levels (10-15 points possible)
2. Relationship Foundations (3-5 relationships established)
3. Leadership Perception (Team views you as leader/peer/newbie)
4. Romance Availability (Blonde Blazer and Invisigal paths can begin)

Critical Choices Summary

🎯 Achievement Tips

"First Impressions" - Build +30 trust with any character in Episode 1

• Choose consistent friendly/professional options
• Focus on one character's dialogue choices

"Team Builder" - Maintain positive relationships with all team members

• Balance credit and recognition
• Avoid favoring one character too heavily

"Smooth Start" - Complete the episode with no relationship penalties

• Avoid contradictory dialogue choices
• Match energy levels (professional with Blonde Blazer, casual with Invisigal)

🔮 Looking Ahead

Your Episode 1 choices set up:

• Episode 2: Team dynamics solidify based on trust levels
• Episode 3: Romantic tensions emerge from initial chemistry
• Episode 4: Leadership decisions callback to your introduction
• Episodes 5-6: Identity management becomes critical

💡 Expert Strategies

Romance Path Setup

For Blonde Blazer Romance:

1. ✅ Match her professionalism initially
2. ✅ Show admiration for her skills
3. ✅ Build trust to 20+ by episode end
4. ✅ Take optional coffee scene

For Invisigal Romance:

1. ✅ Choose friendly casual approach
2. ✅ Show genuine interest in her powers
3. ✅ Take late-night encounter
4. ✅ Don't push too hard initially

Optimal Episode 1 Playthrough

For maximum flexibility in future episodes:

1. Introduction: Team Player approach
2. Blonde Blazer: Match professionalism
3. Team Meeting: Confidence with humility
4. Mission: Send recommended team
5. Debrief: Credit the entire team
6. Optional Scenes: Take all available

Expected Results:

• All characters at 10-15 trust
• No negative relationships
• All romance paths available
• Strong leadership foundation

📱 Related Tools

Use these tools to optimize your Episode 1 experience:

• Team Optimizer - Calculate best teams for the initial mission
• Story Tracker - Record your choices for future playthroughs
• Character Relationships - Understand initial relationship dynamics

❓ Common Questions

Q: Can I romance both Blonde Blazer and Invisigal?
A: Not in a single playthrough. Episode 1 choices don't lock you in, but Episode 3 will force a decision.

Q: What if I fail the first mission?
A: It's nearly impossible to fail if you follow recommendations. Failure is part of the tutorial if it occurs.

Q: How important are Episode 1 choices?
A: Moderately important. They set foundations but don't lock you into specific endings. You have flexibility through Episode 3.

Q: Should I max one character's trust or spread it evenly?
A: Depends on your goal. Romance paths need focused trust building. Leadership paths need balanced trust.

Next Episode: Episode 2: Pivot - Trust Building Guide

See Also:

• All 8 Episodes Overview
• Character Trust System Guide
• Mission Success Calculator