It takes more than a dozen Silverballer shots to the torso to kill each of them, and at long range they can even survive a pistol headshot. Along with Blake Dexter, the Praetorians are the most durable enemy units in Absolution.A hoplon, also called " aspis", was a kind of shield carried by Greek infantry.A scutum (Latin for "shield) was a kind of rectangular shield used by Roman soldiers.An aegis was a large cape worn to show that one was protected by a religious authority.The trio's names are apparently references to protective items in Ancient Greek and Roman culture:.Jack Aegis and John Hoplon are mistakenly represented as opposites of one another in-game.No information is given on this subject, but one possible explanation is that all three were created by The Franchise's cloning experiments, but with the organization's demise, were picked up by Travis.Ĭarey Scutum of the Praetorians in Absolution. These semi-invisible barriers provide a formidable defense, as well as offense.Ĭlose examination of their faces reveals that all 3 of them are albinos (as confirmed by their red eyes), and that their facial features are extremely similar, if not identical, also being arguably reminiscent to Mark Purayah II and Mark Parchezzi III. These lasers are usually deployed between small gaps the instant the laser line is disrupted, the explosives mounted on either side detonate. They had extensive training and are some of the most lethal adversaries 47 has had to face.Īdditionally, the Praetorians are known for deploying laser-triggered explosives on-site to establish controllable attack corridors. They move quickly, they use overlapping sweep patterns, their heads are constantly on a swivel, and they are quick to pull the trigger. The members of the Praetorians are extremely aggressive, and are typically under orders to shoot first and ask questions later. The Praetorians consist of three professional soldiers:
The Praetorians were also former SAS and Mossad operatives. After 47 eliminated Jade Nguyen - Travis' field assistant - this group of freelance, well-trained, and well-armed mercenaries was the last line of defense between 47 and Travis. As Travis grew increasingly paranoid after Agent 47 recovered Victoria, he employed the Praetorians to guard him in a last-ditch effort.
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