Dispatch Episode 1 Walkthrough: All Choices and Outcomes

Welcome to the world of Dispatch, where your choices as Robert shape not only relationships but the entire superhero ecosystem around you. Episode 1 throws you into a web of moral decisions, hero management challenges, and the complex transition from active superhero to behind-the-scenes dispatcher. Every choice you make carries weight, influencing how characters perceive you and setting the foundation for future episodes.

What Makes Episode 1 Your Foundation?

Episode 1 serves as your crash course in Dispatch's core mechanics while establishing Robert's character arc. You'll experience the Pivot from superhero to dispatcher, learning the ropes of hero management while navigating personal relationships and moral dilemmas. The episode introduces the dispatching system through Blonde Blazer's VR training, giving you hands-on experience with matching hero abilities to emergency requirements.

All Choices in Episode 1 Pivot in Dispatch

Apartment Interrogation

Your first major decision occurs during the apartment interrogation scene with the Soothing Goon. When he's dangling from the building, you face a crucial moral crossroads:

Pull Him Back vs. Let Him Drop

Pulling him back demonstrates restraint and compassion, showing Robert's commitment to heroic principles even in retirement. This choice:

• Establishes you as merciful
• Gains information through cooperation
• Sets a positive tone for future interactions

Letting him drop reveals Robert's darker, more pragmatic side. While the goon survives thanks to a conveniently placed mattress, this choice:

• Shows ruthless efficiency
• Creates fear-based respect
• Influences how other characters view your methods

Combat Decisions

The Punt vs. Stomp Dilemma

When confronting Toxic (the enhanced Soothing Goon), your attack method matters:

Punting creates a spectacular, almost cartoonish moment where Toxic flies across the room. This flashy approach:

• Demonstrates creative problem-solving
• Provides comic relief
• Shows confidence in your abilities

Stomping delivers brutal efficiency with a more serious tone:

• Emphasizes raw power
• Creates intimidation
• Reflects a no-nonsense approach

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Street Fight: Left vs. Right Hand Strategy

During the street confrontation with crowbar-wielding thugs, your punch selection has immediate consequences:

• Right Hand Punch: Results in getting countered and struck with the crowbar
• Left Hand Punch: Successfully knocks out the attacker

The Superhero Bar Scene

The bar sequence with Flambae presents one of Episode 1's most memorable choice moments. When he shows off his fire powers, you can respond with:

Water vs. Alcohol Response

Throwing Water:

• Extinguishes his flames immediately
• Causes him to slip and lose teeth on the counter
• Creates a more subdued but painful outcome

Throwing Alcohol:

• Amplifies his fire powers dramatically
• Sets his hair ablaze, causing panic
• Creates chaos that Blonde Blazer remembers

Both choices result in bar ejection, but the alcohol option leaves a stronger impression on witnesses and demonstrates your willingness to escalate situations for dramatic effect.

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Romance and Relationships

Your interaction with Blonde Blazer on the billboard overlooking Hollywood creates a pivotal relationship moment:

Kiss vs. Pass Decision

Choosing to Kiss:

• Creates an awkward moment when she doesn't reciprocate
• Opens future romance possibilities
• Shows Robert's vulnerability and hope

Letting the Moment Pass:

• Maintains romantic tension without pressure
• Demonstrates emotional intelligence
• Keeps options open for natural development

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Mastering the Dispatch Training System

Blonde Blazer's VR training introduces the core gameplay loop you'll use throughout the series. Understanding hero-to-emergency matching is crucial for success.

Hero Ability Categories

The training presents five key ability types:

• Vigor: Physical strength and endurance
• Combat: Fighting skills and tactical awareness
• Speed: Quick movement and reaction time
• Charisma: Social skills and public speaking
• Intelligence: Problem-solving and investigation

Emergency Matching Strategy

Each emergency call displays specific requirements. Success depends on matching hero strengths to mission needs:

Advanced Dispatching Techniques

Multi-Hero Deployment

The training escalates to simultaneous emergencies requiring strategic resource management:

High Speed Chase: Deploy heroes with Speed + Combat (recommended: Pom Pom + Equilibrium)

Hospital Attack: Requires high Vigor + Combat (optimal choice: Phenomaman)

Monster Attack: Needs team coordination with Vigor + Charisma (suggested team: Pom Pom, Sweetalker, Brainbook)

Timer Management

Emergency calls operate on countdown timers, forcing quick decision-making. Prioritize:

1. Calls with shortest timers
2. High-impact situations (hospital, hostage scenarios)
3. Routine calls when resources allow

Pro Tip: During multi-emergency scenarios, don't panic. Read each situation carefully and match your available heroes to the most critical calls first.

Choice Consequences and Character Development

Episode 1 establishes the foundation for Robert's character development through your decisions. Key relationship impacts include:

Blonde Blazer remembers your:

• Response to her drinking challenge
• Motivation for helping people
• Romantic choices on the billboard

Civilian Reactions depend on your:

• Interrogation methods
• Street fight approach
• Public behavior

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Playthrough Strategy

For players seeking the best outcomes in Episode 1:

1. Show restraint during interrogations (pull him back)
2. Choose tactical efficiency in combat (left hand punch)
3. Create memorable moments at the bar (alcohol choice)
4. Build relationships carefully (consider long-term romance goals)
5. Master dispatching fundamentals during training

Episode 1 of Dispatch brilliantly balances character development with gameplay introduction, ensuring every choice feels meaningful while teaching essential mechanics. Whether you choose the path of compassionate leadership or pragmatic efficiency, your decisions in Pivot set the stage for Robert's journey from retired superhero to master dispatcher.

Remember, there's no single "correct" way to play Dispatch. The beauty lies in how your choices reflect your vision of Robert's character and leadership style. Each playthrough offers new perspectives on familiar situations, encouraging multiple runs to explore different relationship dynamics and story outcomes.