Okay, listen up you space-faring rogues! As a professional scoundrel who’s danced with more blasters than a Jawa at a podrace, let me tell you about the "False Flag" mission in Star Wars Outlaws. On paper? Simple. Crimson Dawn sends you to frame the Pykes by erasing their debt on an Imperial cruiser. But here’s the kicker – you can pull a classic double-cross and frame Crimson Dawn instead! And trust me, in this galaxy, reputation ain't just credits – it’s survival. Mess this up, and you’ll have more bounty hunters on your tail than Jabba has chins.
🕵️♀️ Choosing Crimson Dawn: Playing It "Safe" (Boring!)
Stick to the script like a good little errand runner? Frame the Pykes? Yawn. Here’s what happens:
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You free Bosnok (Thorden’s bookkeeper/prisoner) who wipes the Pyke debt.
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You report back to Eleera (Crimson Dawn’s rep) like a obedient tooka.
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Rewards:
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500 Credits (chump change!).
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Rep Boost with Crimson Dawn (Nice... if you like red).
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Intel on that pesky bounty hunter (Useful, I’ll admit).
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Consequence: Bosnok becomes Crimson Dawn’s pet. Pyke rep takes a massive hit. If you’re already on their naughty list? Big mistake. More goons shooting at Kay = more holes in your favorite jacket.
🎭 Choosing Pyke Syndicate: The Big Double-Cross (Now we’re talking!)
Betray Crimson Dawn? This is where the fun begins. Tell Bosnok to wipe Crimson Dawn’s debt instead, then spill the beans to Gorak (Pyke rep). Cha-ching!
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Rewards:
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500 Credits (still chump change, but hey).
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Rep Boost with Pykes (Smart move!).
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Same bounty hunter intel (Worth its weight in spice).
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Consequence: Crimson Dawn will want your head on a pike. But here’s the kicker – the Pykes pay out way better loot long-term.
💰 Reputation Rewards Showdown: Pykes FTW!
Let’s break down why burning Crimson Dawn is worth it:
| Syndicate | Good Rep | Excellent Rep | Max Rep (The Holy Grail!) |
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| Pykes | Imperial Coating | Pyke Crest + Ship Parts Bundle | Imperial Disguise Set + Imperial Chestbox |
| Crimson Dawn | Crimson Reign Coating | Crimson Crest + Speeder Parts | Crimson Reign Outfit + Satchel |
See that Imperial Disguise Set at Max Pyke rep? That’s your golden ticket! Walk into Imperial bases like you own the place. No sneaking, no alarms, no Death Troopers turning you into Swiss cheese. Crimson Dawn’s fancy red duds? Pfft. Looking pretty won’t save you from an AT-ST.
🎯 My Verdict: Betray Crimson Dawn (Seriously!)
Unless you’re already swimming in Crimson Dawn favors (and even then, think twice), side with the Pykes. Why?
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Imperial Disguise Set is OP: Saves you hours of tedious stealth. Worth more than all the credits in the Hutt vaults.
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Pyke rep is harder to earn: Crimson Dawn throws work at you like confetti. Pykes? More selective.
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Manage the fallout: If your Crimson Dawn rep is already in the gutter, who cares? But tanking low Pyke rep? That’s asking for a blaster bolt between the eyes.
Yeah, you’ll make an enemy of Crimson Dawn. Eleera might send a nasty hologram. But that Imperial disguise? Pure. Scoundrel. Gold. Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got some Imperials to bamboozle. May the Spice be with you! 😎
