Paradox

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| voice_actor = Elle Newlands<ref>[https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33268153/fullcredits/ Deadlock] on [https://www.imdb.com/ IMDb]</ref>
| release_date = April 16, 2024
| codenames = Chrono
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'''Paradox''' is a [[Hero]] in ''[[Deadlock]]''. She wields time manipulation with potent disruption and slowing abilities. With a charged Kinetic Carbine, she can threaten her enemies at any range while damaging and slowing them with thrown Pulse Grenades and well-placed Time Walls. At just the right moment, Paradox can activate her Paradoxical Swap to change places with her target, dropping them into a dangerous situation amongst her team.

Paradox is both the name of this Hero and the name of their Thieves' Guild, specializing in stealing the untouchable and breaking into ultra-secure facilities. Their motives are unclear, except for a certain level of delight that its members seem to take in snubbing the world's biggest corporations and governments.

== Abilities ==
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== Weapon Card ==
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== Update history ==
{{Main|Paradox/Update history|l1=Update history}}
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== Background ==
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=== Lore ===
Paradox's motive in the ritual is unknown, but there are dozens of possibilities according to the [[Patron|Patrons]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Amber Hand}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Paradox Start): ''"Paradox, your mind is ablaze with possibilities. I look forward to seeing what you claim as your reward for summoning me."''</ref> It's implied that one of Paradox's goals is to showcase the opposing Patron's carcass at the [[Paradox Museum]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Post-Game|voice line]] (Post-Game Ping): ''"This is going to make a hell of an exhibit in the museum."''</ref> Paradox also wants to show that she's fit to lead the [[Paradox Organisation]] by completing the ritual.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Amber Hand|file=Patron male ally chrono start 01.mp3|transcription=You'll show the other members of Paradox why you are fit to lead. Summon me.}}</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Amber Hand}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Paradox Start): ''"No one else in Paradox could dream of topping the glory that comes from completing the ritual."''</ref>

Paradox gave up her identity when she joined the Paradox Organisation.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (Select): ''"I gave up my name to join Paradox. And it's a choice I would gladly make again."''</ref> The helmet Paradox wears can be taken off (as it's just a mask),<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Holliday|number=3|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=How often do you take the mask off?|hero_quote2=Paradox|quote2=You think I keep this on all the time?}}</ref> but what Paradox does in her free time is unknown. She is, however, a "bored rich person".<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Lady Geist|number=3|hero_quote1=Lady Geist|quote1=I'm assuming your ilk likes to brag about what they stole.|hero_quote2=Paradox|quote2=We're a bunch of bored rich people, of course we brag about what we stole.}}</ref>

Paradox is playful and jokey, but takes the name of the Paradox Organisation very seriously. She drops the humor if Paradox gets threatened or disrespected.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Holliday|number=4|hero_quote1=Holliday|quote1=So, what's your story, lady? You fall in a vat of clocks?|hero_quote2=Paradox|quote2=It's not wise to mock Paradox.}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Seven|number=2}}</ref><ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Abrams|number=2}}</ref>

Paradox is nicknamed as "The Time Thief".<ref name=":1">{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s [[Paradox/Quotes#Other Characters|other character interactions]]</ref>

Paradox is currently trying to find a way to break into the [[The Baxter Society|Baxter Society]]'s manor house,<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Grey Talon|number=2}}</ref> the [[Baroness Hotel]],<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Doorman): ''"You can't keep me out of The Baroness forever, Doorman!"''</ref> and [[McGinnis]]' lab.<ref>{{PageRef|name=McGinnis}}' in-game [[McGinnis/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"Maybe Paradox will stop tryna raid my lab."''</ref>

Paradox is Scottish.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Haze|number=2|hero_quote1=Paradox|quote1=This may surprise you, Haze, but as a Scottish woman I don't particularly give a shit about American artifacts.}}</ref>

How the time manipulation Paradox uses works is a tightly held secret.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Dynamo|number=1}}</ref> Paradox says time travel "isn't a thing yet".<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Paradox|file=Chrono_select_04.mp3|transcription=Time travel isn't a thing... yet.}}</ref>

== Character interactions ==

* Other characters often call Paradox "clever".<ref name=":1" />
* Paradox is amazed by the craftsmanship used to create {{PageRef|name=Bebop}}.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Bebop|number=1|hero_quote1=Paradox|quote1=You're a marvel to behold, Bebop. Truly exquisite craftsmanship.}}</ref>
* Paradox is interested in doing business with {{PageRef|name=Wraith}}.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Wraith): ''"And here I thought we could do business."''</ref>
* Paradox knows exactly who {{PageRef|name=Pocket}} is.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Pocket): ''"So the heir to Fairfax Industries has graced us with their presence."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Pocket): ''"You can change your name, Arin, but I know who you really are."''</ref>
* Paradox loves messing with {{PageRef|name=Lady Geist}} and {{HeroIcon|Kelvin}}.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Lady Geist): ''"You really are fun to mess with, Lady Geist!"''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Kelvin): ''"I think I found a new favorite person to mess with!"''</ref>
* Paradox likes {{PageRef|name=Calico}}, {{PageRef|name=Mo & Krill}} and {{PageRef|name=Viscous}}.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Calico): ''"I thought she was rather charming! A shame it had to end this way..."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Mo & Krill): ''"It's a shame, I liked those two!"''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Viscous): ''"Ah, he was so adorable!"''</ref>
* Paradox loves {{PageRef|name=Warden}}'s conviction.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Warden): ''"Love the conviction, Warden!"''</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Kelvin}} is one of Paradox's targets.<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Kelvin|number=1|hero_quote1=Paradox|quote1=Goes to say, we definitely planned on robbing you during the ritual, but my colleague may or may not have broken into your home yet.}}</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Seven}} wants to commission Paradox for a job.<ref>[[Paradox/Quotes#Conversations|Paradox and Seven conversation]] - Seven: ''"Does Paradox take commisions?"''</ref> He also wants to take over the Paradox Organisation.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Seven}}'s in-game [[Seven/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"Your organization will be mine, Paradox."''</ref>
* {{HeroIcon|Lady Geist}} has an old grudge against Paradox.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Lady Geist|file=Geist_kill_paradox_04.mp3|context=(killed Paradox)|transcription=I've waited 50 years for this.}}</ref> Paradox has stolen one of her husband's paintings.<ref>[[Paradox/Quotes#Conversations|Paradox and Lady Geist conversation]]</ref><ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Lady Geist|file=Geist kill paradox 01.mp3|context=(killed Paradox)|transcription=First my husband. Now me. When will Paradox stay out of my life?}}</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Holliday}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s in-game [[Holliday/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"Time thief? Please, you're just a petty crook."''</ref> {{HeroIcon|Kelvin}},<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Kelvin|hero2=Paradox|number=1|hero_quote1=Kelvin|quote1=You have so many gifts and yet you waste them on petty theft and childish stunts.}}</ref> {{HeroIcon|Seven}}<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Seven|number=1|hero_quote1=Seven|quote1=For all the might your organization wields, you waste it on publicity stunts.|hero_quote2=Paradox|quote2=We don't need to explain ourselves to you.|hero_quote3=Seven|quote3=I would settle for you explaining it to anyone.}}</ref> and {{PageRef|name=Warden}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Warden}}'s in-game [[Warden/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"All your power... And you squander it on petty nonsense."''</ref> call out Paradox for wasting their power on petty crimes.
* {{PageRef|name=Drifter}},<ref>{{ConvoCite|hero1=Paradox|hero2=Drifter|number=2|hero_quote1=Drifter|quote1=What size jacket do you wear?|hero_quote2=Paradox|quote2=Why?|hero_quote3=Drifter|quote3=Well, it's a nice coat.}}</ref> {{PageRef|name=Ivy}},<ref>{{PageRef|name=Ivy}}'s in-game [[Ivy/Quotes#Allies|voice line]] (Pass Paradox on Zipline): ''"Love your coat, Paradox!"''</ref> {{PageRef|name=Paige}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paige}}'s in-game [[Paige/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"You know, they say never judge a book by its cover, but... You are running around in a trench coat, and a mask, and shooting at people, so I think it's pretty safe to make assumptions... You look great, though!"''</ref> and {{PageRef|name=Vyper}}<ref>{{PageRef|name=Vyper}}'s in-game [[Vyper/Quotes#Enemies|voice line]] (Killed Paradox): ''"Gotta say, she really makes the coat work."''</ref> like Paradox's trench coat.
* Both {{HeroIcon|Raven}} and Paradox claim to be in possession of the Tome of Anubis. {{HeroIcon|Wraith}} says she thought the Tome was at [[wikipedia:Metropolitan_Museum_of_Art|the Met]].<ref name=":0">{{VoiceLineCite|name=Raven|file=Operative select 04.mp3|transcription=I have the Canopic Jar, I have the Tome of Anubis. All I need to do now is summon the Patron.}}</ref><ref>[[Paradox/Quotes#Conversations|Paradox and Wraith conversation 3]]</ref>
** At some point, the Tome of Anubis was reportedly seen in New York's black market.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Newscaster|file=newscaster_headline_23.mp3|transcription=The Tome of Anubis, once thought lost to the sands of time, was reportedly spotted here in New York's black market. For this story and more pick up your copy of The New York Oracle today!}}</ref>

=== Thefts ===
Paradox has shown interest in stealing a wide variety of objects belonging to the other characters. Some of these objects include:

* {{PageRef|name=Abrams}}' Tome.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Abrams): ''"The tome will be mine, Abrams!"''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Holliday}}'s revolver.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Holliday): ''"That gun has history, Holliday, I want it!"''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=McGinnis}}' research and secrets she holds for Fairfax.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed McGinnis): ''"I want your research, McGinnis."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed McGinnis): ''"What secrets are you hiding for Fairfax, McGinnis?"''</ref>
* [[Nashala Dion|Nashala]].<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Mirage): ''"Tell you what Mirage: Give me the Djinn, and I'll let you walk."''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Paige}}'s rare books.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Paige): ''"Bet she has some rare books worth stealin'."''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Pocket}}'s suitcase.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Pocket): ''"I want that case, Pocket!"''</ref>
* {{PageRef|name=Yamato}}'s sword.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Paradox}}'s in-game [[Paradox/Quotes#Enemy|voice line]] (Killed Yamato): ''"I can't wait to steal that sword!"''</ref>

There are also some things Paradox has successfully stolen prior to the ritual, such as:

* {{HeroIcon|Seven}}'s safehouse location.<ref>[[Paradox/Quotes#Conversations|Seven & Paradox Conversation 2]] - {{PageRef|name=Paradox}}: ''"What is it worth it to you to have your safehouses location... Not exposed?"''</ref>

== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:Paradox card.png|Paradox portrait
File:Paradox MM.png|Paradox icon
File:Paradox Render.png|Paradox in-game render
File:Paradox winter.png|Paradox 2024 [[Seasonal events#Winter|Winter skin]]
File:Paradox Reference Sheet.png|Paradox reference sheet
File:Paradox name.png|Paradox name typography
File:Paradox concept art.png|Paradox concept art
File:Paradox Weapon.png|Paradox weapon - Trade Secret
File:Chrono card.png|Chrono portrait ([[Neon Prime]])
</gallery>

== Trivia ==
* Paradox was named '''Chrono''' in ''[[Neon Prime]]''.
* Paradox wears a [[wikipedia:Blue_rose|blue rose]] in her lapel, which do not exist in nature, and are only possible through genetic modification. In art, blue roses are a symbol for mystery and the unattainable.
* "Scheming in the Hideout" is displayed as one's status in the in-game Friends List when playing as Paradox in the [[Hideout]].

== See also ==

* [[Paradox Organisation|The Paradox Organisation]]
* [[Paradox Museum|The Paradox Museum]]

== References ==
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