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== Overview ==
Mirage's wish (which is moreso [[Nashala Dion|Nashala]]'s wish) is to help Nashala buy a piece of Wyoming to turn into a home for the Djinn.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (Select): ''"I will play my part, and in doing so build a home for the Djinn."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Killstreak|voice line]] (Killstreak): ''"Soon, Wyoming will be ours!"''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Patron}}s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Mirage Start): ''"The Djinn deserve to have a place to call their own, but birthing a nation is not easy. Summon me and let me help you."''</ref> 

=== Biography ===
Mirage has worked for Nashala for a few years after she approached him with a job offer.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Abrams|number=3|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=A few years. (...) One doesn't send out a CV to work for the Djinn, they... approach you, with an offer.}}</ref> 

Mirage believes the US Government will be willing to negotiate Wyoming because the Djinn can offer them money and power.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Holliday|number=1|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=You... really think the US is gonna sell Wyoming to the Djinn.|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=Well, I think the US is interested in money... and power. And the Djinn can offer both.}}</ref> The Djinn found that Wyoming was "the most sensible place" for their new home.<ref name=":1">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Vyper|number=2}}</ref>

Mirage and Nashala have arrived in [[New York]] shortly before the ritual,<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|quotes=The New York Oracle|transcription=Djinn ambassador Nashala Dion has arrived in New York as negotiations continue. But, is the US Government really okay with selling Wyoming? For this story and more pick up The New York Oracle today.}}</ref> and they are guests at the [[Baroness Hotel]].<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|file=Mirage kill doorman 01.mp3|context=(killed the Doorman)|transcription=Until today, our stay at the Baroness has been rather pleasant.}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|file=Mirage kill doorman 03.mp3|context=(killed the Doorman)|transcription=Nashala will be disappointed that we need to check out of the Baroness.}}</ref> They haven't had the chance to do much sightseeing, but are looking forward to seeing various locales.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Calico|number=2|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=I haven't had the chance to see much, but... what I have has been pleasant.}}</ref><ref name=":13">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Dynamo|number=3|hero_quote1=Dynamo|quote1=Which is your favorite part of New York you've seen?|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=We haven't had the opportunity to do much sightseeing. But the library was stunning.}}</ref> They have visited New York's Public Library,<ref name=":13" /> and intend to visit New Jersey and Columbia University.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Unselect|voice line]] (Unselect): ''"I can't. I'm supposed to take Nashala on a tour of New Jersey."''</ref><ref name=":22" /> Mirage also wants to try eating a hot-dog for the first time.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Unselect|voice line]] (Unselect): ''"Fate has other plans for me today. Today... I try a hot-dog."''</ref>

=== Personality ===
Mirage is normally calm and well-spoken, but also has a tendency to shout during combat.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#Djinn's Mark|context=(use Djinn's Mark; low)|transcription=FOR THE DJINN!}}</ref><ref name=":3" /><ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" /> 

Mirage is deeply dedicated to the Djinn. He believes serving them is an honor, and is willing to die and kill for Nashala.<ref name=":02" /><ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Killstreak|voice line]] (Killstreak): ''"I'm willing to die for Nashala-- and I am certainly willing to kill for her."''</ref> However, he doesn't think his devotion is blind, and doesn't agree with all of Nashala's decisions.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Warden)|transcription=Blind devotion isn't loyalty, it's ignorance.}}</ref><ref name=":6" /> He views the Djinn as people: some are "fascinating", while others are "assholes".<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Dynamo|number=1}}</ref> Most characters respect Mirage due to his conviction for the Djinn.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s [[Mirage/Quotes#Other Characters|other character interactions]]</ref>

In his free time, Mirage likes to play bowling and calls it "the sport of kings". He learned it in England.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Holliday|number=3|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=I do. When she's free of her vessel, she offers... scintillating conversation. When she rests... I get to go bowling.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=Bowling?|hero_quote3=Mirage|quote3=I learned about it in England, it is the sport of kings.}}</ref>

=== Appearance ===
Mirage is a brown-skinned Middle Eastern man with a sharp face, amber eyes, remarkable eyelashes, well-combed black hair with a front curl, and a full beard. He wears what seems to be a black 19th-century Imperial uniform jacket with a long coattail and a red sash, beige pants and gloves, brown boots, and a scarab pin on his chest. He has a mechanical device on his back attached to what seems to be a small speaker on his belt on one end, and an earpiece in his left ear on the other end.

He carries Nashala in a tall, elaborate bottle in his left hand, and she appears as a small pink and orange silhouette of a woman. His weapon is a flintlock pistol that is recharged by Nashala.
== Character Relationships ==

=== [[Nashala Dion]] ===
Mirage is very loyal to Nashala and the Djinn's plight.<ref name=":02">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Lady Geist|number=3|hero_quote1=Lady Geist|quote1=Good help is hard to find. Nashala is lucky to have you.|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=It's an honor to serve her.|hero_quote3=Lady Geist|quote3=Oh, I like you.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Djinn's Mark|voice line]] (use Djinn's Mar; low): ''"I won't fail the Djinn!"''</ref> 

While Mirage enjoys Nashala's company, he can find her frustrating to work with when she makes "impulsive, short-sighted" decisions (such as asking him to trust {{HeroIcon|Seven}}).<ref name=":6">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Seven|number=3}}</ref> 

While working for Nashala, Mirage has visited "fantastic locales" with her, although talking about these locations publically would be a major break of Nashala's trust.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Kelvin|number=2}}</ref> 

Mirage fights with Nashala by his side since he believes that's the safest place for her.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Bebop|number=1|hero_quote1=Bebop|quote1=Then why are you taking (Nashala) into a fight?|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=What would you have me do? Stick her in a dresser at her hotel? No. She's safer with me.}}</ref> 

Anyone who wants to talk to Nashala must have Mirage's approval,<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Lady Geist|number=2}}</ref> and anyone trying to steal or harm Nashala will be killed by Mirage.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Vyper|number=2|hero_quote1=Vyper|quote1=What d'ya say I throw her (Nashala) into the Hudson, so we can run off together? Ha...|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=Do not touch her if you value your life.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Drifter|number=3|hero_quote1=Drifter|quote1=What happens if I break that fancy bottle of yours?|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=I kill you.}}</ref>

Mirage believes that Nashala doesn't need a wish to pull off the deal for Wyoming.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Kelvin|number=1|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=Do you think Nashala has a chance at brokering a deal?|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=If there's anyone that can pull it off, it will be her.}}</ref>

=== {{HeroIcon|The Doorman}} ===
Mirage and The Doorman are familiar with each other from the [[Baroness Hotel]]. When on enemy teams, the Doorman feels sorry for killing Mirage,<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=The Doorman|quotes=The Doorman/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Mirage)|transcription=I'm sorry your stay at the Baroness was cut short.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=The Doorman|quotes=The Doorman/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Mirage)|transcription=I do hate killing the guests.}}</ref> and Mirage is upset for having to leave the Baroness.<ref name=":0" />

=== {{HeroIcon|Paradox}} ===
The [[Paradox Organisation]] are a sworn enemy of the Djinn (and by extension Mirage), and the Djinn want to dismantle them.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Paradox)|transcription=The Djinn's enemies are my enemies.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Paradox)|transcription=The Djinn won't rest until Paradox is dismantled.}}</ref> 

Paradox keeps trying to steal Nashala for the [[Paradox Museum]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"Nashala won't end up in one of your museums, Paradox."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"When will Paradox learn?"''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Mirage): ''"That bottle is going to look so pretty in the Paradox Museum."''</ref>

=== {{PageRef|name=Haze}} ===
Haze and Mirage respect each other's discipline.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Haze|hero2=Mirage|number=2|hero_quote1=Haze|quote1=It's nice to get to work with someone else with discipline.|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=The feeling's mutual.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Haze}}'s in-game [[Haze/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Mirage): ''"I respect you, Mirage."''</ref> However, she criticizes him for wanting to use the Patron's wish to get Wyoming, instead of negotiating through official channels.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Haze|quotes=Haze/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Mirage)|transcription=How dare the Djinn try to circumvent official channels?}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Haze|quotes=Haze/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Mirage)|transcription=This isn't the way for the Djinn to get what they want.}}</ref>

Mirage wonders if Haze is in the ritual by her own will or under the [[OSIC]]'s orders.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|context=(killed Haze)|transcription=The question remains-- was she acting alone or under orders?}}</ref>

== Character Interactions ==

* Mirage asks {{HeroIcon|Dynamo}} for a tour of Columbia University.<ref name=":22">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Dynamo|number=2|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=Professor, would you be willing to give Nashala and I a tour of Columbia?|hero_quote2=Dynamo|quote2=It would be my pleasure.}}</ref>
* Mirage calls out {{HeroIcon|Abrams}} and {{HeroIcon|Calico}} for valuing money over duty.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Abrams|number=1}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Calico|number=1}}</ref>
** {{HeroIcon|Calico}} once assassinated someone named "Siegfried" under Mirage's nose.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Calico|hero2=Mirage|number=3}}</ref>
* Mirage warns {{HeroIcon|Holliday}} that her blind quest for revenge will get her killed.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Holliday|hero2=Mirage|number=2|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=You're blinded by hatred, Holliday.|hero_quote2=Holliday|quote2=I'll keep that in mind.|hero_quote3=Mirage|quote3=That's the problem, you won't. And when you cling to that path... you'll die because of it.}}</ref>
* Mirage shows no mercy towards monsters like {{HeroIcon|Drifter}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Drifter): ''"I will always make time to stop men like you."''</ref> {{HeroIcon|Lady Geist}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Lady Geist): ''"New York is a safer place with her dead."''</ref> and {{HeroIcon|Seven}}.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Mirage}}'s in-game [[Mirage/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Seven): ''"Men like you have no place in this world."''</ref> 
* Mirage warns {{HeroIcon|Warden}} that his blind devotion to his cause isn't loyalty, but ignorance.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#enemies|context=(killed Warden)|transcription=Blind devotion isn't loyalty, it's ignorance.}}</ref>
* Mirage thinks Nashala would find {{HeroIcon|Viscous}} endearing and {{HeroIcon|Paige}} amusing.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#enemies|context=(killed Viscous)|transcription=I imagine Nashala would find him rather endearing.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Mirage|quotes=Mirage/Quotes#enemies|context=(killed Paige)|transcription=A pity... Nashala would find her amusing.}}</ref> 
* {{HeroIcon|Mina}}, {{HeroIcon|Silver}} and {{HeroIcon|Vyper}} want Mirage to "stop yelling about the Djinn".<ref name=":3">{{VoiceLineCite|name=Vyper|file=Viper kill mirage 03.mp3|transcription=Anything to stop that guy from yelling about the Djinn!}}</ref><ref name=":4">{{PageRef|name=Silver}}'s in-game [[Silver/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Mirage): ''"Won't have to hear that guy scream about the Djinn for a while."''</ref><ref name=":5">{{PageRef|name=Mina}}'s in-game [[Mina/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Mirage): ''"You don't have to yell everything, Jesus!"''</ref>
** {{HeroIcon|Billy}} likens Mirage to 'people who think having a dog is like having a personality' and also wants him to stop talking about the Djinn.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Billy}}'s in-game [[Billy/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (Select): ''"You know those people who think havin’ a dog is the same as havin’ a personality? That’s Mirage and the Djinn. I get it, you have a lady in a bottle, stop talking about it!"''</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Paige}} admires Mirage and says he "stepped out of every romance novel ever written".<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Paige|file=Bookworm ally mirage pass on zipline 01.mp3|context=(pass Mirage on zipline)|transcription=That man stepped out of every romance novel ever written.}}</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Paige|file=Bookworm kill mirage 01.mp3|context=(killed Mirage)|transcription=He was so noble.}}</ref> She thinks Mirage is better than {{HeroIcon|Shiv}}.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Paige|file=Bookworm kill shiv 02.mp3|context=(killed Mirage)|transcription=Eh, Mirage is better.}}</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Lady Geist}}, {{HeroIcon|Mina}} and {{HeroIcon|Seven}} respect Mirage for "knowing his place".<ref name=":03">{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Lady Geist|number=3|hero_quote1=Lady Geist|quote1=Good help is hard to find. Nashala is lucky to have you.|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=It's an honor to serve her.|hero_quote3=Lady Geist|quote3=Oh, I like you.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Mina}}'s in-game [[Mina/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (Pass Mirage on Zipline): ''"Now there goes a man who knows his place."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Seven|number=1|hero_quote1=Seven|quote1=So you are Nashala's pawn?|hero_quote2=Mirage|quote2=I serve at her pleasure, yes.|hero_quote3=Seven|quote3=It's so nice to work with someone who understands their place.}}</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Apollo}} respects Mirage's conviction and honor,<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Apollo|hero2=Mirage|number=3}}</ref> and gives his father's regards to Nashala.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Apollo}}'s in-game [[Apollo/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (killed Mirage): ''"My father sends his regards to Ambassador Nashala."''</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Apollo|hero2=Mirage|number=1}}</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Vyper}} attempts to flirt with Mirage,<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Vyper|number=1|hero_quote1=Mirage|quote1=You smell of cheap cigarettes and cheaper morals.|hero_quote2=Vyper|quote2=Keep talkin' to me like that and I'm gonna lead you to a cheaper motel.}}</ref> and suggests [[wikipedia:DeKalb,_Illinois|DeKalb]] as a new home for the Djinn.<ref name=":1" />
* {{HeroIcon|Paradox}} and {{HeroIcon|Vyper}} think Mirage needs to "lighten up".<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Mirage): ''"That guy needs to lighten up!"''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Vyper}}'s in-game [[Vyper/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Mirage): ''"That guy needs to lighten up!"''</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Billy}}, {{HeroIcon|Drifter}} and {{HeroIcon|Mo & Krill|l1=Krill}} compliment Mirage's appearance.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Billy|quotes=Billy/Quotes#Hero-Specific Voice Lines|transcription=Handsome prick.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Drifter|number=1|hero_quote1=Drifter|quote1=Ritual's starting, pretty boy.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Mirage|hero2=Mo & Krill|number=3|hero_quote1=Mo & Krill|quote1=Your beard is a thing of beauty.}}</ref>
* The {{PageRef|Soul Urn}} asks to be introduced to Nashala by Mirage.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Soul Urn|quotes=Soul Urn/Voice lines#Hero-Specific Voice Lines|context=(Mirage stalling)|transcription=Well? Are you going to introduce me to your lovely friend or not?}}</ref>

== Removed Lore ==
[[File:Mirage Unreleased model.png|thumb|201x201px|''Shadowline'' Mirage]]

=== Shadowline - Sandeep ===
In [[Shadowline|''Shadowline'']]'','' Mirage was named '''Sandeep'''. Sandeep's lore was the same as Mirage's.<ref>{{HeroIcon|Shiv}}'s removed [[Shiv/Voice lines#Enemies - Neon Prime|voice line]] (killed Sandeep): ''"Maybe 'bodyguard' isn't your calling, Sandeep."''</ref><ref>{{HeroIcon|Lady Geist}}'s removed [[Lady Geist/Voice lines#Enemies - Neon Prime|voice line]] (killed Sandeep): ''"How can you protect Nashala when you can barely protect yourself?"''</ref>
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