Dispatch Prism System - Complete Guide & Tutorial
What is the Prism System?
The Prism system is an advanced late-game mechanic in Dispatch that fundamentally changes how you approach high-difficulty missions. Introduced in Episode 4, Prism allows you to analyze mission parameters in greater depth, revealing hidden synergies, optimal team compositions, and unlocking special mission modifiers.
🔮 Core Prism Benefits
- Mission Analysis: Reveals hidden objectives and optimal strategies
- Success Bonuses: +15-25% success rate on Prism-compatible missions
- Hero Synergies: Displays advanced relationship modifiers
- Special Missions: Unlocks exclusive late-game content
- Risk Mitigation: Reduces critical failure probability by 10%
How to Unlock Prism
Step-by-Step Unlock Requirements
Complete Episode 4 Main Story
Finish all mandatory missions in Episode 4, culminating in the "Nexus Point" finale.
Achieve Department Reputation 75+
Maintain high success rates on missions. Each successful mission grants +2-5 reputation. Failed missions reduce reputation by -3 to -8.
Complete "Fractured Light" Story Mission
This special unlock mission appears after meeting requirements 1 & 2. It requires a 3-hero team with balanced stats across all categories (minimum 6 in each skill).
Research Prism Technology (HQ Upgrade)
Costs 5,000 Credits. Navigate to HQ → Research → Advanced Systems → Prism Analysis.
💡 Pro Tip: Start saving Credits from Episode 3 onwards. You'll need 5,000 Credits for the Prism unlock, plus additional funds for hero upgrades to tackle Prism missions.
How Prism Works - Core Mechanics
🎯 Prism-Compatible Missions
Not all missions support Prism activation. Look for the purple Prism icon on mission briefings. These missions typically appear in:
- Episodes 5-7 (main story)
- High-difficulty side missions (Hard/Extreme)
- Special event missions
- Post-game challenge missions
📊 Prism Analysis Interface
When activated on a Prism-compatible mission, the analysis interface reveals:
Team Synergy Score
Real-time calculation showing how well your selected heroes work together (0-100 scale)
Hidden Objectives
Reveals bonus objectives that grant additional rewards and story branches
Optimal Hero Suggestions
AI-powered recommendations for hero selections based on mission parameters
Risk Assessment
Detailed breakdown of potential risks and how to mitigate them
⚡ Prism Charges System
Prism operates on a charge-based system. You start with 3 charges per episode and can earn additional charges through:
- Completing missions with 90%+ success rate (chance to refund 1 charge)
- HQ upgrades (Max Prism Charges +1 upgrade available for 3,000 Credits)
- Story progression (certain milestones grant permanent +1 charge)
Strategic Tip: Save Prism charges for missions with story consequences or extremely difficult parameters. Don't waste charges on routine missions.
Best Prism Strategies by Mission Type
⚔️ Combat Missions with Prism
Prism Bonus: +20% success, reveals enemy weaknesses
Recommended Team: 2 Strength heroes + 1 Speed hero
Hidden Objectives: Often include "Zero Casualties" or "Neutralize Leader"
Tip: Use Prism to identify which enemies to prioritize for faster mission completion.
🥷 Stealth Missions with Prism
Prism Bonus: +25% success, reveals patrol patterns
Recommended Team: 1-2 high-Stealth heroes (8+)
Hidden Objectives: "No Alarms Triggered" or "Gather Intel"
Tip: Prism shows optimal entry/exit points that significantly reduce detection risk.
💻 Tech Missions with Prism
Prism Bonus: +15% success, bypass security layers
Recommended Team: 1-2 high-Tech heroes (9+)
Hidden Objectives: "Extract Complete Database" or "No Trace Left"
Tip: Prism reveals which systems to hack first for cascade effects.
🤝 Negotiation Missions with Prism
Prism Bonus: +18% success, reveals subject psychology
Recommended Team: 2 Negotiation heroes + 1 backup
Hidden Objectives: "Peaceful Resolution" or "Extract Information"
Tip: Prism shows which dialogue options have highest success probability.
🚨 Common Prism Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Wasting Charges on Easy Missions
Prism charges are limited. Don't activate Prism on missions you can easily complete without it. Save charges for Hard/Extreme difficulty missions or story-critical objectives.
❌ Ignoring Synergy Scores
The Team Synergy Score is crucial. Scores below 60 indicate your team composition has issues. Rearrange heroes until you achieve 75+ synergy for optimal results.
❌ Skipping Hidden Objectives
Hidden objectives revealed by Prism often unlock unique story branches, rare equipment, or permanent stat boosts. Always attempt to complete them when possible.
❌ Not Upgrading Prism Capacity
The +1 Max Prism Charges upgrade (3,000 Credits) is one of the best investments in the game. It pays for itself within 2-3 episodes by enabling more high-reward mission completions.
📋 Prism Quick Reference
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Unlock Requirements | Episode 4 + 75 Reputation + 5,000 Credits |
| Starting Charges | 3 per episode (upgradable to 4) |
| Success Bonus Range | +15% to +25% depending on mission type |
| Compatible Missions | Episodes 5-7, Hard/Extreme difficulty, Special events |
| Key Features | Synergy scoring, Hidden objectives, Risk mitigation |
| Best Used On | Story missions, Extreme difficulty, Unlock missions |
Advanced Prism Strategies
🎯 Charge Management Strategy
With only 3-4 charges per episode, strategic allocation is critical:
- Episode Start: Scout early missions without Prism to identify critical paths
- Mid-Episode: Use 1 charge on the hardest side mission for maximum rewards
- Episode Finale: Reserve 2 charges for final story missions (often multi-part)
- Refund Farming: Attempt 90%+ success on Prism missions to occasionally refund charges
🔄 Synergy Score Optimization
Achieving high synergy scores (80+) unlocks additional Prism bonuses:
Related Resources
Complete Game Guide →
Master all game mechanics including advanced systems like Prism
Episode Walkthroughs →
See Prism strategies in action for each episode's critical missions
Mission Simulator →
Calculate success rates with and without Prism bonuses
Hero Database →
Find heroes with best Prism synergies for your team compositions