Lord Clyde
Age: 72
Background
In 2017, Lord Clyde of OMAR, also known as Slick, was the most powerful man of the century. He was not only the CEO of the largest global corporation controlling all of oil production outside the United States, but also, covertly, the leader of the Coyote Cartel - an expansive underworld organization. Of course, Clyde wouldn't be in that position if he were a man of principles or integrity. On the contrary, he was the most calculating and ruthless person the world had ever seen.
While Clyde was never a saint, he wasn't always such a monster. His cruelty and blind devotion to OMAR were first triggered by an electronic adornment he had found in an Arizona roadside restroom in 1975. It was Houston's forlorn armband, one of the first mind-control devices designed by OMAR. Though not entirely functional, it changed Clyde forever. Now, the path of his lifelong quest for supremacy was littered with countless broken lives, bankrupt companies and ruined economies. The United States, however, managed to withstand OMAR's repeated attempts to monopolize its oil trade, thanks to its early adoption of nuclear power and other alternative sources. By the early 21st century America was stronger than ever, and was quickly becoming a major threat to OMAR's dominance.
By 2016, Clyde's health was deteriorating and it appeared that the world would soon be rid of the tyrant. Clyde, however, was not intent on leaving until his dream was fulfilled. In his most desperate move yet, he acquired a time-travel device to send himself back to the days when OMAR still had a chance of putting America out of business-the '70s. But first, he would have to eliminate Convoy - the legendary Vigilante leader who spoiled OMAR's plans once before?
Quotes
When Selected
I've come through time to claim what's mine!
Victorious
Defeated
Firing Special
Vehicle
Excelsior Stretch
- Speed -- 260 / 400
- Armour-- 280 / 400
- Avoidance -- 74 / 400
- Average -- 295 / 400
Don't be put off by the size of the limo as Clyde is actually quite nippy. Because of its length, navigating narrow corridors can be a bit dodgy, but apart from that, this a great choice.
Special
Chain Lightning
One of the most effective weapons in the game, Clydes lightning can be used in a variety of ways. Once fired on a targeted car, it fires a bolt of electricity which raises the enemy into the air. At this point, you want to really let rip with other weapons, preferably the Interceptor 'Missile Swarm' move, as this lets you pull of a very destructive whammy! Secondly, if there are are other vehicles nearby a)Clydes car or b) cars currently being electrocuted, then the lighning will chain off and hit the other cars. This is fantastic when you want to take on a bunch of other vehicles - in fact, it's usually worth waiting till they're all nearby before firing the lightning.