Game: NBA 2K23 (Release: September 9, 2022)

Location: Promenade, Silver Deck (The G.O.A.T. Boat)

Quest Giver: Sam

 

Quest 1: “SHOOTIN’ WITH SAM”

[START OF QUEST]

 

[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Yo, MP. What up's, my dude? Pippa sent you, right? I'm Sam. Nice to finally meet the superstar everyone's been talking about winning this thing! Still, I don't know, man… I'm a top-notch Shooting Guard and a pretty epic baller in general. So, you'd better be ready to throw down hardcore if you want to beat me. But first, how about showing me what everyone's raving about? Show me your sweet style on the court by slaying 2 Flashy Passes. Get on, git!

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 2 Flashy Passes in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and check out your competition.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

 

Quest 2: “FLASHY OR TRASHY”

[START OF QUEST]

 

[Journal Description]

Sam wants to test your passing skills. Make 2 Flashy Passes.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 2 Flashy Passes in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Yo, MP! It's me, Sam! Rumor on the street is you slammed those Flashy Passes. Come meet up with me. I've got a friendly challenge for you.

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[END OF QUEST]

 

Quest 3: “SWEET, SWEET FIRST IMPRESSIONS”

[START OF QUEST]

 

[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Hey, dude! Totally sweet passing game! My bud, Emily, got some sick pics she texted to me. Looks like that was almost too easy for you! Hmm… let's see if you can get 2 Mid-Range Shots or 2 Layups. Sometimes it's nice to have choices, am I right?

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 2 Mid-Range Shots or 2 Layups in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck, and tell her Pippa said, "Good luck!".

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

 

Quest 4: “SHOOT YOUR SHOT!”

[START OF QUEST]

 

[Journal Description]

Sam kicked up the rivalry with a new challenge and a choice. Make 2 Standstill Mid-Range Shots or 2 Layups.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 2 Mid-Range Shots or 2 Layups in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

It's me again! Sounds like I'm going a bit easy on you. Come meet me back on the Promenade. I've got another challenge for you.

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 5: “NO TEA, NO SHADE”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Okay, dude! Here's where it's gonna go down, for real! Decision time! Show me what you've got. Whatdaya think about trying for 2 3-Pointers, 5 Layups or 5 Dunks? You got a choice! Now let's see if you can manage to pull off any of them. No shade, dude! I'm just messin'!

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 2 3-Pointers, 5 Layups, or 5 Dunks in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck to spill some tea and maybe catch some shade.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 6: “WHAT’S YOUR BEST SHOT?”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam laid down another challenge with a simple question, "What's your best shot?". Make 2 3-Pointers, 5 Layups or 5 Dunks.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 2 3-Pointers, 5 Layups, or 5 Dunks in any games]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 7: “A FRIENDLY CHALLENGE”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Duuude! Am I just not challenging you enough? Sheesh, this guy! If you're ready for it, how bout you prove you can complete a game. Good luck, you're gonna need it - hah!

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[Quest Task Description]

Complete any game.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and see what she thinks of your decision.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 8: “SHIPSHAPE FOR SAM”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam wants you all warmed up for some reason. Get those muscles burning and complete any game.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Complete any game]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Hey yo! Me again. You know what time it is? It's time for me to show you who's boss on the court. Let's just say, I gave you a chance to train up so you'd stand a chance at throwing down against me. Meet me in MyCOURT! And let the smack talking begin! Hah!

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 9: “SLAM AGAINST SAM”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam's called you out again for another 1 on 1 battle. Win a Game against Sam at MyCOURT, Gold Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Win a game against Sam at MyCOURT, Gold Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 10: “SLAYING SAM’S SMACK TALK”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Holy cow! I went too easy on you, dude! But it's not over yet! While you're out there training up, I'll be doing the same! Speaking of "Holy Cow", that sweetheart was my favorite cow back home. I miss Puerto Rico sometimes! Sorry, I'm sure you don't care about my Boricua barnyard stories. Go on then! Pippa's looking for you!

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[Quest Task Description]

Talk to Pippa on the Promenade, Silver Deck

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[Journal Description]

See if your victory has silenced Sam's smack talk. Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 11: “CONGRATS? CONGRATS!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

PIPPA

Oh, darn! You beat Sam? Um, sorry. She just happens to be one of my best friends onboard, so I have to help cheer her on a bit. You know how it is, right? Sam loved playing against you, but you'll still have to beat her again to move up in the tourney. Tell her I said "Hi" and "Good luck"! Um, good luck to you too, of course!

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[Quest Task Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck

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[Journal Description]

Pippa wants to chat about your victory over Sam. Talk to Pippa on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Pippa on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 12: “SAM’S BACK WITH SMACK”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Pippa hit me up for a pep talk after hearing about your win. That's what friends are for, right? To build up your ego? Hah! This round I'm not going to take it so easy on you. Think you can score 4 Assists or Make 6 Layups? Yeah, we'll see...

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 4 Assists or 6 Layups in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck to see what challenges and smack talk she has for you.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 13: “ASSISTS OR UPS?”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

After a healthy ego boost from her friend, Pippa, Sam has a challenge for you. Get 4 Assists or make 6 Layups.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 4 Assists and 5 Layups in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Really? REALLY? Okay, I obviously need to come up with something harder for you. Headed back to the Promenade? Meet ya there?

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 14: “BACK IN A FLASH”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Alright, MP, dude, I don't know if I can come up with anything to take you down. Hrm... How's about 3 Flashy Assists. Maybe you'll be able to slay that flashy flashy, you did before. And remember to have some fun out there!

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[Quest Task Description]

Get 3 Flashy Assists in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck to see if she's run out of smack talk for you.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 15: “FLASHY FLASHY”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Get 3 Flashy Assists and show Sam you're not a flash in the pan.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Get 3 Flashy Assists in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Heard you overcame my challenge - joke's on you, I knew you'd get it! But I got more for you… so come on back!

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 16: “STRAIGHT UP STUNTIN’”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

I see… I see, MP! You're just stuntin' out there trying to make me look bad. Woo-boy! Okay, okay! It's on now! Check it! Whaddaya think about trying to score 3 Mid-Range Shots, 5 Layups or 5 Dunks? Bet that's got you shook!

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 3 Standstill Mid-Range Shots, 5 Layups, or 5 Dunks in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and see if your flashy moves passed her test.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 17: “SWISH! SWISH!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam's pushing the envelope with her challenges! Make 3 Standstill Mid-Range Shots, 5 Layups or 5 Dunks.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 3 Standstill Mid-Range Shots, 5 Layups, or 5 Dunks in any games.]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 18: “SHOTS FIRED!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Dang, dude! There's just nothin' you can't do! I better take a note from you and keep up with my training more. Let's both see if we can score 2 Dunks or get a Teammate Grade B or higher. Catch you on the flipside!

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 2 Dunks or get a Teammate Grade B or higher in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and show her you're unshakable.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 19: “MAKIN’ HOOPS AND GETTIN’ GRADES”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam is taking you back to school. Make 2 Dunks or finish a game with a Teammate Grade B or higher.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 2 Dunks or get a Teammate Grade B or higher in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Slayed it again? Of course you did. Ready for another throwdown-showdown with yours truly? Let's do it! Meet me in MyCOURT in two shakes of a lamb's tail… I won't be so easy on you this time!

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 20: “SHOWDOWN WITH SAM – ROUND 2”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam's called you out for another 1 on 1 battle. Win a game against Sam at MyCOURT, Gold Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Win a game against Sam at MyCOURT, Gold Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 21: “MP, FTW!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Good game, MP! You're sort of putting me through the ringer here! Hah! But no worries! It's all in good fun, right?! Pippa and I had a bit of a chat about you, and when I mean a bit, I mean, like five seconds! But anyhoo… she mentioned needing to touch base with you. Go catch up with her.

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[Quest Task Description]

Talk to Pippa on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Journal Description]

Have a post-victory chat with Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 22: “IT’S NOT OVER YET”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

PIPPA

Sam told me you won, which is really a shame… I mean, uh… nice job, MP! You can see what a great player she is, though, right? But it's not over yet! She has so much more to show you and I'm certain she'll school you this time… no offense.

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[Quest Task Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Journal Description]

Pippa wants to chat with you about your victory over Sam. Talk to Pippa on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Pippa on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 23: “QUALITY TIME WITH SAM”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

One more step up the bracket, eh? Well, don't think I'll just hand the competition over to you. I think there's still some moves you haven't mastered. Maybe I just need to see a bit more pizazz, if you will… how about you light up the court with 10 Flashy Passes and 5 Contact Layups?

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 10 Flashy Passes and 5 Contact Layups in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Sam is dying for some quality smack talk time. Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 24: “PIZAZZ AND PANACHE”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam still doesn't believe you're all that. Make 10 Flashy Passes and 5 Contact Layups.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 10 Flashy Passes and 5 Contact Layups in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Heard you were on fire on the court! Time to put that fire out with another challenge. You know where to find me!

[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 25: “TEARING UP THE COURT”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

MP, my man! You just don't quit, do ya! You are TEARING IT UP on the court! But, check it! You think you can do 5 Mid-Range Shots, 10 Layups, or 10 Dunks? Am I being too easy on you with all these options? Maybe a little too "world is your oyster"?

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 5 Standstill Mid-Range Shots, 10 Layups, or 10 Dunks in any games.

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[Journal Description]

After that performance, maybe someone will stop throwing shade. Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 26: “MP SHOOT! MP SCORES!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam is dead set on making you sweat! Make 5 Standstill Mid-Range Shots, 10 Layups or 10 Dunks.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 5 Standstill Mid-Range Shots, 10 Layups or 10 Dunks in any games.]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 27: “IT’S A DOOZY!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

And of course, you slayed it again! Oooh, oooh, hooo, hooo! But you just wait! This one's a doozy. Perform 5 Behind the Back Moves, 5 Crossover Moves, and Score 15 Points. Oh, what? That too much for you?

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[Quest Task Description]

Perform 5 Behind Back moves, 5 Crossover moves, and score 15 Points in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and show her you didn't even break a sweat.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 28: “MOVE IT, MOVE IT!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Show Sam you’ve got all the moves and perform 5 Behind Back moves, 5 Crossover moves, and score 15 Points.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Perform 5 Behind Back moves, 5 Crossover moves, and score 15 Points in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

My girl, Ems got some more good shots of you slaying on the court. Let's meet up for more fun. To the Promenade. Stat!

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 29: “MP – OG G.O.A.T.?”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

Man… I'm beginning to think you're the OG G.O.A.T. supreme! Forget all the rest… I mean, you know? Except me! I'm pretty freaking awesome. It's not over yet, though. Get to proving your worth and get 10 3-Pointers, 15 Layups, or 15 Dunks.

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[Quest Task Description]

Make 10 3-Pointers, 15 Layups, or 15 Dunks in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Visit Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and prove you're the G.O.A.T. on this G.O.A.T. boat!

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 30: “ALL-STAR SHOOTER”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Show Sam you've got the skills to be the best player on board! Make 10 3-Pointers, 15 Layups, or 15 Dunks.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Make 10 3-Pointers, 15 Layups, or 15 Dunks in any games]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 31: “MAN ON FIRE!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

You are straight fire, MP! Way to go, my bro! Okay, one final challenge before I dunk on your face again… go perform 5 Spin Moves, 5 Dunks or get a Teammate Grade A or higher.

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[Quest Task Description]

Perform 5 Spin Moves, 5 Dunks, or get a Teammate Grade A or higher in any games.

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[Journal Description]

Visit Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck and put any doubts she has to rest.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 32: “FUNKING AND DUNKING”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

Sam wants to see if you can make the spectators drool! Perform 5 Spin moves, make 5 Dunks, or finish a game with a Teammate Grade A or higher.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Perform 5 Spin moves, 5 Dunks, or get a Teammate Grader A or higher in any games]

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[Quest End Text Message]

SAM

Wow, MP! What a wild ride! It's been a blast, man. But this one is for all the eggs in the basket. Hope you're not scared… time to throw down against yours truly at MyCOURT again. I'm definitely going to take you down. See ya soon!

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 33: “FOR ALL THE GLORY!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Journal Description]

This one is for bragging rights! Win a Game against Sam at MyCOURT, Gold Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Win a game against Sam in MyCOURT, Gold Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 34: “HIGH FIVE!”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

SAM

What a trip it's been, MP! It's been a real pleasure playing around and throwing down on the court with you. You truly are fire, man! I'm sad to have lost the bracket to you. But I couldn't imagine a better guy to admit defeat to! Truly. Tomás will need a quick visit with you to wrap things up for our bracket. Don't be a stranger!

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[Quest Task Description]

Talk to Tomás near Trips, Platinum Deck.

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[Journal Description]

Visit Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck for a big High Five!

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Sam on the Promenade, Silver Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]

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Quest 35: “IMPRESSING THE BILLIONAIRE”

[START OF QUEST]

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[Quest Info Dialog]

TOMAS

Greetings, MP! Congratulations on your victory over Sam! I'm impressed but expected nothing less from you. Bear in mind that not all of the competitors are as friendly as Sam. The competition will only heat up from here! Sorry to chat and run, but I have an important deal to close. I expect great things, MP! Good luck!

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[Quest Task Description]

Defeat all of your Rivals in MyCOURT.

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[Journal Description]

Your victory over Sam has the billionaire beckoning you for a chat. Talk to Tomás near Trips, Platinum Deck.

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[Player Goals]

[Goal – Talk to Tomás near Trips, Platinum Deck]

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[END OF QUEST]